CURRICULUM PHILOSOPHY

Mahwah High School provides a comprehensive educational program offering a wide variety of learning experiences for all students. The curriculum is the means to attain the established educational goals of the Mahwah Township Public School district. More specifically, the curriculum is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required for:

• ensuring success in college/university level studies, in the military, or in the workplace

• meeting the challenges of the global economy

• practicing responsible citizenship and family life

• becoming life-long learners

• completing the NJ State Assessment requirements successfully

Full-year and half-year courses are offered in eleven content areas. Some courses are required to meet district and NJ State Department of Education mandates, while others provide students with electives to fulfill individual interests and needs. Courses are aligned with the NJ Student Learning Standards and most incorporate technological components. It is expected that college-bound students will experience college-level work by 12th grade through advanced placement courses, college enrichment courses, dual enrollment courses, virtual courses, or partial early-college enrollment.

Career Pathways are opportunities for students to design an educational program aligned with possible post-secondary college or career interests. Elective course clusters are sequenced for students to follow a career path. Students can select their rigorous required courses and electives to create a concentration of courses that will be helpful as they pursue post-secondary opportunities. Please note that students may opt to choose a variety of elective courses to explore potential opportunities.

The career pathways are suggested courses based on career interest. Students are not locked into one pathway and may select any course as long as they have met all requirements and prerequisites.

Career Pathways

Option-Two Programs Option-Two Programs are designed to give juniors and seniors the opportunity to explore valuable topics, careers, and experiences outside of the normal Mahwah High School Program of Study in real- world settings. Each option has its own requirements, and students should speak to their guidance counselors about which option is best for their goals.

BCC Prep Students have the opportunity to enroll in courses at Bergen Community College and earn up to 18 college credits. Day or evening classes are available.

Community Service Students will be able to receive high school credit by participating in a project that is designed to enhance and augment some aspect of the Mahwah community. Educational experiences will take place outside the school building during and/or after the regular school day or as determined by the representative of the community that is responsible for overseeing the project.

Teaching Mentorship This is a program of study that includes supervised practical training in an educational setting. Students develop workplace-readiness skills, professionalism, and independence. Students will also have an opportunity through observation, interview, and study to develop an understanding of the teaching profession.

Structured Learning Experience (SLE) The school provides classroom training in developing business knowledge, workplace skills, and occupational information, while the business community provides the employment where the students practice these skills and acquire experience that can only be gained on the job.

T3 Innovations and Inventions The main goal of this course is to provide 11th and 12th grade students with an opportunity for a student-driven, teacher-guided, semi-structured project/problem-based learning experience.

Honors Independent Research Capstone This course provides students with a rigorous learning experience tailored to their individual needs and talents. Students in the honors independent study will present their project/results locally, or at regional/national conferences and competitions.

Professional Internship This is a program of study that includes supervised practical training. Students develop workplace readiness skills, professionalism, and independence. Students will also have an opportunity through observation, interview, and study to develop an understanding of specific occupations.

Dual Enrollment Students in grades 11 and 12 studying various courses have the opportunity to participate in dual enrollment programs sponsored by Seton Hall University, Fairleigh Dickinson, and/or Bergen Community College.

Community Based Internship (CBI) This experience will develop skills to educate students and prepare them for the transition from school to the world of work. Students will develop skills and strategies that promote personal responsibility related to employment.

Science Technology Engineering Art Mathematics Electives

Visual and Integrated Design

Advanced Furniture Design Advanced Interior and Structural Design Animation AP Art History AP Studio Art AP Three Dimensional Design Computer Modeling Digital Photography Graphic Design Honors 3D Portfolio Development Honors Studio Portfolio Development Interior and Structural Design Intermediate Furniture Design Intro to Furniture Design Painting and Drawing Technology and Engineering Principles Three Dimensional Design Visual Arts World Language

Engineering and Technology

Advanced Interior Structural Design AP Chemistry

AP Physics

AP Statistics

Computer Modeling Computer Programming and Design Entrepreneurship Honors STEAM Capstone: Research and Internship Honors STEAM Design and Research Humanoid Robotics Interior and Structural Design Intro to Future Problem Solving T3 Innovations and Inventions Technology and Engineering Principles World Language

Information and Computer Science Technology

Animation AP Computer Science A AP Computer Science Principles Computer Modeling Computer Programming and Design Data Structures Honors STEAM Capstone: Research and Internship Humanoid Robotics Intro to Future Problem Solving T3 Innovations and Inventions Technology and Engineering Principles World Language

Biotechnology Research and Health Science

Anatomy and Physiology AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Psychology or Practical Psychology AP Statistics Biotech Engineering Environmental Science Forensic Science and Microbiology Honors Sociology Honors STEAM Capstone: Research and Internship Honors STEAM Design and Research Intro to Future Problem Solving Marketing and Advertising Mindfulness, Resilience, and Wellness World Language

Government and Social Sciences

AP Art History AP Economics AP European History AP Psychology AP US Government and Politics Contemporary Issues Education as a Career Film: Historical Perspectives Honors Case Studies in Constitutional Law Honors Sociology Political Science Practical Psychology Racism, Genocide, and the Holocaust The Big History Project War and American Society World Language

Business Administration

Accounting I AP Economics Business and Personal Law Economics for the 21st Century Entrepreneurship Honors Accounting II International Business Marketing and Advertising Social Media Marketing Sports & Entertainment Mgmt. World Language

Performing and Communication Arts

Advanced Play Production Animation AP Music Theory Broadcast Journalism Choir/Lessons Creative Writing Digital Film Production Digital Photography Effective Communication Evolution of American Music Film as Literature Graphic Design Intro FPS/Honors FPS/Honors CPS Jazz Band Journalism Marching Band/Color Guard Music Theory New Media Play Production String Orchestra/Lessons Symphonic Band/Lessons Theater Arts Fundamentals Elements of Advanced Acting Visual Arts World Language

Career Cluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics

Recommended Course Plan Required Core Science and Mathematics Courses

Biotechnology and Health Pathway Occupations Related to this Pathway

4 years English Language Arts 4 years Social Studies 4 years Science 4 years Mathematics 4 years World Languages 4 years Physical Education/Health 1 year Visual/ Performing Arts 1 year Business/Practical Arts 1 Semester Financial Literacy Freshman Advisory Note: The career pathways are suggested courses based on career interest. Students are not locked into one pathway and may select any course as long as they have met all co-requisites and prerequisites.

Biology Algebra 1/Geometry/Algebra 2 Chemistry Geometry/Algebra2/Pre-calc Physics Algebra 2/Pre-calc/Hon Calculus

(9,10,11) Mindfulness, Resilience and Wellness Technology and Engineering Principles Intro to Future Problem Solving (10,11,12) Computer Modeling Honors Future Problem Solving Honors STEAM Design and Research (11,12) Anatomy and Physiology AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Psychology or Practical Psychology AP Statistics Biotech Engineering Environmental Science Honors Sociology (12) Forensic Science/Biotech Engineering Honors STEAM Capstone:

Research/Internship

T3 Innovations and Inventions

Animal Services Technician,

Animal Services Technologist,

Data Entry Clerk, Lab

Assistant-Genetics Lab

Technician, Maintenance and

Instrument Technician,

Process Technician, Quality

Assurance Technician, Quality

Control Technician,

Biochemist, Bioinformatics

Associate, Bioinformatics

Scientist, Bioinformatics

Specialist, Biomedical

Chemist, Biostatistician, Cell

Biologist, Clinical Trials

Research Associate, Clinical

Trials Research Coordinator,

Geneticist, Microbiologist,

Molecular Biologist,

Pharmaceutical Scientist,

Regulatory Affairs Specialist,

Research Assistant, Research

Associate, Research Scientist,

Toxicologist, Applied

Researcher, Epidemiologist,

Ethicist, Health Care

Administrator, Health

Educator, Medical

Librarian/Cybrarian, Public

Health Educator, Risk

Manager, Utilization Manager

Pathway: Biotechnology Research and Health Science

Career Cluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics

Recommended Course Plan Required Core Science and Mathematics Courses

Engineering and Technology Pathway Occupations Related to this Pathway

4 years English Language Arts 4 years Social Studies 4 years Science 4 years Mathematics 4 years World Languages 4 years Physical Education/Health 1 year Visual/ Performing Arts 1 year Business/Practical Arts 1 Semester Financial Literacy Freshman Advisory Note: The career pathways are suggested courses based on career interest. Students are not locked into one pathway and may select any course as long as they have met all co-requisites and prerequisites.

Biology Algebra 1/Geometry/Algebra 2 Chemistry Geometry/Algebra2/Pre-calc Physics Algebra 2/Pre-calc/Hon Calculus

(9,10,11) Technology and Engineering Principles (10,11,12) Computer Modeling Computer Programming and Design Entrepreneurship Humanoid Robotics Interior and Structural Design Honors CPS/Honors FPS Honors STEAM: Design and Research T3 Innovations and Inventions (11,12) Advanced Interior & Structural Design AP Chemistry AP Statistics (12) AP Physics Honors STEAM Capstone: Research/Internship T3 Innovations and Inventions

Aeronautical Engineer,

Aerospace Engineer,

Agricultural Engineer,

Agricultural Technician,

Application Engineer,

Architectural Engineer,

Automotive Engineer,

Biomedical Engineer,

Biotechnology Engineer,

CAD Technician, Chemical

Engineer, Civil Engineer,

Communications Engineer,

Computer Engineer,

Computer Programmer,

Construction Engineer,

Electrical Engineer,

Electronics Technician,

Geothermal Engineer,

Industrial Engineer,

Manufacturing Engineer,

Manufacturing Technician,

Marine Engineer,

Mechanical Engineer,

Metallurgist, Mining

Engineer, Nuclear Engineer,

Petroleum Engineer,

Product/Process Engineer,

Survey Technician, Systems

Engineer, Transportation

Engineer

Pathway: Engineering and Technology

Career Cluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics

Recommended Course Plan Required Core Science and Mathematics Courses

Information and Computer Science Technology Pathway

Occupations Related to this Pathway

4 years English Language Arts 4 years Social Studies 4 years Science 4 years Mathematics 4 years World Languages 4 years Physical Education/Health 1 year Visual/ Performing Arts 1 year Business/Practical Arts 1 Semester Financial Literacy Freshman Advisory Note: The career pathways are suggested courses based on career interest. Students are not locked into one pathway and may select any course as long as they have met all co-requisites and prerequisites.

Biology Algebra 1/Geometry/Algebra 2 Chemistry Geometry/Algebra2/Pre-calc Physics Algebra 2/Pre-calc/Hon Calculus

(9,10,11) Computer Programming and Design Intro Future Problem Solving Technology and Engineering Principles (10,11,12) Animation AP Computer Science Principles Computer Modeling Honors CPS/Honors FPS Humanoid Robotics Interior & Structural Design T3 Innovations and Inventions (11,12) AP Computer Science A AP Statistics (12) Data Structures Honors STEAM Capstone:

Research/Internship T3 Innovations and Inventions

Applications Analyst,

Applications Engineer,

Business Analyst, Computer

Engineer, Data Modeler, Game

Developer, Operating System

Designer/ Engineer, Program

Manager, Programmer,

Programmer Analyst, Project

Lead Software Applications

Specialist, Software

Applications Tester, Software

Design Engineer, Systems

Administrator, Systems

Analyst, Test Engineer, Tester,

Account Manager, Applications

Integrator, Call Center Support

Representative, Customer

Service Representative, Data

Systems Designer, Database

Administrator, Database

Analyst, E-Business Specialist,

Help Desk Specialist,

Information Systems Architect,

Instructional Designer,

Maintenance Technician, PC

Support Specialist, PC Systems

Coordinator, Product Support

Engineer, Support Engineer,

Systems Analyst, Technical

Communicator, Testing

Engineer

Pathway: Information and Computer Science Technology

Career Cluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics

Recommended Course Plan Visual Arts Pathway Integrated Design Pathway Occupations Related to this Pathway

4 years English Language Arts 4 years Social Studies 4 years Science 4 years Mathematics 4 years World Languages 4 years Physical Education/Health 1 year Visual/ Performing Arts 1 year Business/Practical Arts 1 Semester Financial Literacy Freshman Advisory Note: The career pathways are suggested courses based on career interest. Students are not locked into one pathway and may select any course as long as they have met all co-requisites and prerequisites.

(9) Visual Arts (Core Course) (10,11,12) Animation Computer Modeling Graphic Design Painting & Drawing Three Dimensional Design (11,12) AP Art History Digital Photography Honors 3D Portfolio Development Honors Studio Portfolio Development (12) AP Studio Art AP Three Dimensional Design

(9,10,11) Technology and Engineering Principles (Core Course) (10,11,12) Computer Modeling Interior and Structural Design Intro to Furniture Design (11,12) Advanced Interior & Structural Design Intermediate Furniture Design (12) Advanced Furniture Design

Architect, Building Code

Official, Building Designer,

Civil Engineer, Code Official,

Cost Estimator, Drafter, Interior

Designer, Landscape Architect,

Materials Engineer, Mechanical

Engineer, Regional and Urban

Planner/ Designer, Safety

Director, Specification Writer,

Structural Engineer, Surveying

and Mapping Technician,

Carpenter Code Official,

Construction Engineer,

Construction Foreman/Manager,

Construction Inspector,

Contractor, Design Builder,

Drywall Installer, Electrician,

Electronic Systems Technician,

Equipment and Material

Manager, General

Contractor/Art Director, Artist,

Commercial Artist, Commercial

Photographer: Digital, Still,

Video, Film,

Commercial/Residential and

Home Furnishing Coordinator,

Computer Animator, Curator and

Gallery Manager, Fashion

Designer, Fashion Illustrator,

Graphic Designer, Illustrator,

Interior Designer, Textile

Designer

Pathway: Visual and Integrated Design

Career Cluster: Business Administration and Management

Recommended Course Plan Required Core Business Courses

Business Administration Pathway Occupations Related to this Pathway

4 years English Language Arts 4 years Social Studies 4 years Science 4 years Mathematics 4 years World Languages 4 years Physical Education/Health 1 year Visual/ Performing Arts 1 year Business/Practical Arts 1 Semester Financial Literacy Freshman Advisory Note: The career pathways are suggested courses based on career interest. Students are not locked into one pathway and may select any course as long as they have met all co-requisites and prerequisites.

Financial Literacy (11)

(9,10,11,12) Accounting 1 Business and Personal Law Social Media in Business Sports and Entertainment Management Marketing and Advertising (10,11,12) Economics for the 21st Century Entrepreneurship Graphic Design Honors Accounting II International Business (11,12) AP Macro-economics AP Micro-economics AP Statistics Digital Photography Honors Sociology

Administrative Assistant, Advertising Sales Person, Auditor, Business Consultant, Certified Public Accountant, Corporate Trainer, E-Commerce Analyst, Entrepreneur, Facilities Manager, Finance Director, Human Resources Manager, Investment Executive, Marketing Analyst, Medical Transcriptionist, Office Manager, OSHA/ADA Compliance Officer, Personnel Recruiter, Public Relations Manager, Sales Representative, Wholesale and Retail Buyer, Administrative Assistant, Communications Equipment Operator, Computer Operator, Court Reporter, Customer Service Assistant, Data Entry Specialist, Desktop Publisher, Dispatcher, Executive Assistant, Information Assistant, Legal Secretary, Library Assistant and Order Processor, Medical Front Office Assistant, Medical Transcriptionist, Office Manager, Paralegal, Receptionist, Records Processing Assistant, Shipping and Receiving Clerk, Stenographer, Typist, Word Processor

Pathway: Business Administration

Career Cluster: Government and Social Sciences

Recommended Course Plan Required Core Social Studies Courses

Government and Social Sciences Pathway

Occupations Related to this Pathway

4 years English Language Arts 4 years Social Studies 4 years Science 4 years Mathematics 4 years World Languages 4 years Physical Education/Health 1 year Visual/ Performing Arts 1 year Business/Practical Arts 1 Semester Financial Literacy Freshman Advisory Note: The career pathways are suggested courses based on career interest. Students are not locked into one pathway and may select any course as long as they have met all co-requisites and prerequisites.

World History (9) US History I (10) US History II (11) AP US History II

Effective Communication (9,10,11,12) (10,11,12) The Big History Project (11,12) AP Art History AP Economics AP Government and Politics AP Psychology Contemporary Issues Education as a Career Film: Historical Perspectives Honors Case Studies in Constitutional Law Honors Sociology Political Science Practical Psychology Racism, Genocide, and the Holocaust War and American Society AP European History (12)

Assistant Deputy or Chief of Staff, Cabinet Level Secretary, Commissioner (County, Parish, City), Commissioner (State Agency), Congressional Aide, Governor Legislative Aide, Legislative Assistant, Lieutenant Governor, Lobbyist, Mayor Policy Advisor, President Representative (Fed/State), Senator (Fed/State), Specialist Vice President, lawyer, educator, human relations, social worker, psychologist, public relations manager

Pathway: Government and Social Sciences

Career Cluster: Performing and Communication Arts

Recommended Course Plan Required Core English Courses

Performing* and Communication Arts Pathway

Occupations Related to this Pathway

4 years English Language Arts 4 years Social Studies 4 years Science 4 years Mathematics 4 years World Languages 4 years Physical Education/Health 1 year Visual/ Performing Arts 1 year Business/Practical Arts 1 Semester Financial Literacy Freshman Advisory Note: The career pathways are suggested courses based on career interest. Students are not locked into one pathway and may select any course as long as they have met all co-requisites and prerequisites.

English 9 English 10 English 11 AP English Language English 12 AP English Literature

(9,10,11,12) Visual Arts Effective Communication Evolution of American Music Intro FPS /Honors FPS Journalism Music Theory Theater Arts Fundamentals (10,11,12) Animation AP Music Theory Creative Writing Graphic Design Honors Community PS New Media Elements of Advanced Acting (11,12) Broadcast Journalism Digital Film Production Digital Photography Education as a Career Film as Literature Play Production Adv. Play Production (12)

Choir 9 Jazz Band 9 Marching Band and Color Guard 9 String Orchestra 9 Symphonic Band 9 Choir 10 Jazz Band 10 Marching Band and Color Guard 10 String Orchestra 10 Symphonic Band 10 Choir 11 Jazz Band 11 Marching Band and Color Guard 11 String Orchestra 11 Symphonic Band 11 Choir 12 Jazz Band 12 Marching Band and Color Guard 12 String Orchestra 12 Symphonic Band 12 *Meets Before/After School

Actor, Composer, Conductor, Costume Designer, Dancer, Director and Coach, Film/Video Editor, Lighting Designer, Makeup Artist, Music Instructor, Musician, Performer, Performing Arts Educator, Playwright, Production Manager: Digital, Video and Stage, Scenic Designer, Scenic Painter, Sound Designer, Art Director, Audio-Video Operator, Broadcast Technician, Control Room Technician, Design Director, Editor, Journalist, Light Director, Producer, Publisher, Radio and Television Announcer, Reporter, Researcher, Station Manager, Writer, Audio Systems Technician, Audio-Video Designer and Engineer, Audio-Video System Service Technician, Technical Computer Support, Technician: Film, Video, and DVD, Videographer: Special Effects and Animation, Video Systems Technician

Pathway: Performing and Communication Arts

Career Cluster: All

Recommended Course Plan Option-Two Programs Occupations Related to this Pathway

4 years English Language Arts 4 years Social Studies 4 years Science 4 years Mathematics 4 years World Languages 4 years Physical Education/Health 1 year Visual/ Performing Arts 1 year Business/Practical Arts 1 Semester Financial Literacy Freshman Advisory Note: The career pathways are suggested courses based on career interest. Students are not locked into one pathway and may select any course as long as they have met all co-requisites and prerequisites.

(9,10,11,12) Bergen County Technical Schools AM/PM Community Based Internship Community Service Virtual High School (MA) Electives (11, 12) Bergen Community College Prep Online College Course Teaching Mentorship (12) Bergen Prep Program Capri Institute Eastwick College Honors STEAM Capstone: Research/Internship Independent Study Professional Internships Structured Learning Experience T3 Innovations and Inventions

This option allows students to integrate unique experiences that may lead to a career outside of our pathways.

OPTION-TWO PROGRAMS

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