Welcome Class 2021CHS Program Planning Night

Go Bulldogs!

SCHEDULE 17-18

• Rotating period schedule

• Students register for eight classes

• Unit lunch

• Students may enroll in one study hall each year during high school

High School Graduation Requirements

Subject H.S. Years Credits • English 4 20

• History 3 15

• Mathematics 3 15

• Science 3 15

• Wellness 4 20

• Visual /Performing Arts 1 5

• World Languages 2 10

• Practical Arts 1 5

• Economics/Financial Lit. ½ 2.5

High School Graduation Requirements (cont.)

• Meet the requirements outlined in the district attendance policy

• Total of 120 credits earned• 5 credits- Full year courses

• 2.5 credits- Half year courses

• 6 or 7 credits – Science courses with lab

• All final grades appear on the transcript

High School Graduation PARCC Testing Requirements

ELAGrade 10 (must take and pass)

If passing score is not met on PARCC ELA Grade 10 then the student must have taken

PARCC ELA Grade 9and

PARCC ELA Grade 10and

PARCC ELA Grade 11before they can meet the criteria of the NJDOE

Portfolio Appeal

High School Graduation PARCC Testing Requirements

MathematicsPARCC Algebra 1 (must take and pass)

If passing score is not met on PARCC Algebra 1 then the student must have taken

PARCC Algebra 1and

PARCC Geometryand

PARCC Algebra II (if eligible)before they can meet the criteria of the NJDOE

Portfolio Appeal

High School Graduation Testing Requirements

Students must sit for the End of Course (EOC) Biology test

Counseling ServicesDr. Christine Abrahams, Supervisor

Counseling Services Program Themes

• 9th grade: Transition support

• 10th grade: Career exploration

• 11th grade: College Admissions Process

• 12th grade:

• Applying to College

• Student and parent transition support

Counseling Services

• Counselors assigned to students in 9th grade and remain with student until graduation.

• Class of 2021 Counselor Assignments:

Mari Buono A - D’AvNicole Getman Dan - HulUna Hong Hun - LunFrank DeVone Lyn - SaraRachel Curran Sco - Z

Business, Family & Consumer Sciences,

Practical ArtsMr. Douglas Brower, Supervisor

BusinessPossible 9-12 Program Sequence

Grade 9 Options Follow-up in Grades 10, 11, 12

• Computer Essentials for College and Business (½ year)

• Inside Microsoft Office (½ year)

• Computer Graphics I and II - Photoshop• Personal Finance (including online option)• Introduction to Computer Science Java • Computer Science II• AP Computer Science Principles• Career & Technical (CTE) Work Exp.• Sports Marketing and Management• Entrepreneurship & Business Management• Business and Personal Law• Marketing Education I and II

• Accounting

• Intro. Financial Accounting (Honors)• Entrepreneurship & Business Management• Business and Personal Law• Marketing Education I & II

Consult the 2017-2018 CHS Program of Studies for specific course information or call Mr. Brower at 737-4000 x 3528 should you have any questions!

Also visit: http://www.hvrsd.org and click on Academics, Business

Family & Consumer Sciences

Courses Available for 9th Grade StudentsGrade 9 Follow-up in Grades 10, 11, 12

• Foreign Cuisine• Culinary Arts• Interior Design

• American Cuisine• Baking and Pastry Arts• Interior Design

Consult the 2017-2018 CHS Program of Studies for specific course information or call Mr. Brower at 737-4000 x 3528 should you have any questions!

Also visit: http://www.hvrsd.org and click on Academics, Practical Arts

Family and Consumer Sciences has a place for each student whether his or her interests lie in the area of foods and nutrition, clothing and textiles and/or interior design. To assist today's students in achieving success in tomorrow's jobs, Family and Consumer Science programs emphasize the development of skills and knowledge that are transferable to a wide variety of settings.

Possible 9-12 Program SequenceGrade 9 Follow-up in Grades 10, 11, 12

• Basic Automotive ServiceSmall Engine Rebuilding/Mechanics

• Television/Video Production I

• Introduction to Engineering Design (PLTW Engineering Program)

• Architectural Design I

• Intro. to Furniture Design & Construction

• Home Survival

• Small Engine Rebuilding/Mechanics• Basic Automotive Service• Automotive Technology

• Television/Video Production II, III

• Aerospace Engineering (PLTW)• Principles of Engineering (PLTW)• CIM/Robotics (PLTW)

• Architectural Design II, III

• Furniture Design & Construction• Adv. Furniture Design & Construction• Fine Woodworking

Consult the 2017-2018 CHS Program of Studies for specific course information or call Mr. Brower at 737-4000 x 3528 should you have any questions!

Also visit: http://www.hvrsd.org and click on Academics, Practical Arts

Wellness DepartmentMr. Tripp Becker, Supervisor

Wellness▪ Students are required to pass FOUR years of Wellness.

This includes ONE marking period of Health each year.

▪ Students are required to dress appropriately for activity classes.

▪ Our Physical Education and Health Curriculum can be found on our Department Webpage found on the High School Website.

Physical Education Activity

1st and 4th Marking periodFreshmen Only

Outdoor Adventure Course – 1st Marking Period

Lifetime Fitness Activities – 4th Marking Period

Individual/Team Sports – 4th Marking Period

Fitness Component2nd marking period

▪ Components of Fitness

▪ Muscle Groups of the Body

▪ Designing a Strength Training Program

▪ Measuring Body Strength

Health Component3rd Marking Period

•Illegal Drugs•Tobacco Use and Dangers•Drug Education•Adolescent Development•Sexually Transmitted Diseases•Eating Disorders•Harassment /Bullying/Dating Violence•Alcohol and Teens

AthleticsMr. Tripp Becker, Athletic Director

Important Tryout Information

• http://www2.hvrsd.org/Offices/Athletics/Pages/AthleticForms.aspx

• Fall: August 9th (Football Only) all other sports August 14th • B/G Soccer, Football, Field Hockey, B/G Cross Country,

Cheerleading, Girls Tennis and Girls Volleyball

• Winter: Monday before Thanksgiving• B/G Basketball, B/G Indoor Track, Wrestling and Cheerleading.

*B/G Swimming & Ice Hockey will have earlier tryout dates

• Spring: Friday March 2nd• Baseball, Softball, B/G Track, Golf, Boys Tennis, B/G Lacrosse and

Boys Volleyball

Forms Needed to Try Out

• Athletic Forms(Online) Medical Forms• 1. IMPACT Concussion Consent Physical Examination Form

• 2. NJSIAA Concussion Policy Health History Update Form

• 3. NJSIAA Steroid Testing Form

• 4. Athletic Participation Consent

• 5. Athletic Experience Questionnaire

• 6. Athletic Code of Conduct

• 7. Sudden Cardiac Arrest Form

• All forms are due by Friday, July 28th for all fall sports participants

Mathematics & Science

Dr. Vicky Pilitsis, Supervisor

MathematicsDr.Vicky Pilitsis, Supervisor

*implies that there is an honors level to the course

GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12

Algebra 2*

Pre-Calculus*Elective Options AP Calculus

CalculusElective Options

Calculus 2Calculus 3

Advanced Statistical Modeling HonorsElective Options

Geometry* Algebra 2* Pre-Calculus*

Elective OptionsAP Calculus

CalculusElective Options

Algebra Geometry* Algebra 2*

Algebra 3Pre-Calculus*

Elective Options

Year Long ElectivesCourse Prerequisite

AP Statistics Algebra 2

AP Calculus AB Pre-calculus

AP Calculus BC Pre-calculus

Advanced Statistical Modeling Honors

AP Statistics

Calculus 3- Syracuse UniversityCalculus 2- Syracuse University

AP Calculus

Semester Long Electives

Course Prerequisite

Statistical Reasoning inSports & Media

Algebra 2 or Fundamentals of Algebra 2

Applications in Advance Algebra

Algebra 2 or Fundamentals of Algebra 2

Game Theory &Recreational Math

Algebra 2

Special Notes for Mathematics

• 3 years required for Graduation

• State of New Jersey

• 4 years recommended

• District Recommendation

• AP courses

• Prerequisites, see the Program of Studies

• Repeated Courses

• Credit will only be awarded once

SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Biology* Chemistry* Physics AP Physics 1

Science Electives**

AP Science

Science Electives**

Life Science Chemistry in the Community

Conceptual PhysicsScience Electives**

Science Electives**

* Implies Honors Course Options** Not considered lab courses

Note: Some Science Electives are also available Junior year to be taken concurrently with the courses above.

Semester Long Electives

• Introduction to Ecology

• Pharmacology• Toxicology• Astronomy• Biochemistry• Bioethics

• Zoology• Human Anatomy &

Physiology

*Pre-requisites include biology and chemistry

Year Long Electives

Courses:

• AP Biology• AP Chemistry• AP Physics C• AP Environmental

Science

Pre-requisites*Please refer to Program of Studies- there are specific math and science courses that are required

SPECIAL NOTES

∙ Students must take the Biology Competency Test in May of the year they take Biology, Honors Biology, or Life Science.

∙ Students must take 3 years of inquiry/laboratory based Science to graduate: two years of physical science and one year of life science. Semester electives do not count toward this requirement.

SPECIAL NOTES:

Placement in Honors and AP classes is based on a combination of factors:

• Grades

• Previous math and science courses

Students can move from level to level at any point during their four years based on these criteria.

English & Social Studies

Ms. Sara Graja, Supervisor

English Department

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

English 1World Literature

English 2American Literature

English 3British Literature

“Electives”

English 1 HonorsWorld Literature

English 2 HonorsAmerican Literature

English 3 HonorsBritish Literature

“Electives”

AP Language & Composition

AP Literature

9-12 Program

SPECIAL NOTES

• Placement into the honors program is based on a qualifying grade in a student’s current English class.

• Students can move from standard level courses to honors level courses, and vice versa, at any point during their four years at CHS. For example, a student could take English II followed by AP English Language; or English III Honors followed by two semester offerings or AP Literature in senior year.

• Senior Elective options include:

Literature in Mixed Media 1 and 2

Survey of Poetry ShakespeareJournalism

Creative Writing 20th Century LiteratureHistorical Perspectives

in Literature(FULL YEAR)

Global Public Service

Backgrounds for Literature (Honors)

19th Century American Literature (Honors)

SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT

The Social Studies program for the class of 2021 is as follows:

● NJ State Requirement: Taken in Grade 10,11, or 12: 2.5 credits (one semester) of American Economics (Social Studies) or Personal Finance (Business)

Grade Courses Offered

9th Grade World HistoryWorld History HonorsAP World History

10th Grade U.S. History in the Global Context 1U.S. History in the Global Context 1 HonorsAP U.S. History 1

11th Grade U.S. History in the Global Context 2U.S. History in the Global Context 2 HonorsAP U.S. History 2

12 the Grade *The state of New Jersey only requires 3 years of social studies, however, we offer sever choices to those students who would like to continue their study of the social sciences

SPECIAL NOTES

• The state of New Jersey requires three years of social studies education in a student’s 9-12 experience. Two years must be in American Studies and one year in World History/Culture. A fourth year of social studies is recommended, but not required.

• Placement into Social Studies Honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses are determined by grade criteria.

12th grade electives, if students meet the requirements, include:

AP European History AP US History AP US Government

AnthropologySociology Holocaust & Genocide

Comparative World Religions Economics Global Issues & Awareness

Special EducationMrs. Paulette DiNardo, Special Education

Supervisor Pre K-12

Special Education

• In Class Support- general education class co-taught by a general education and special education teacher. Students are expected to be able to master the NJ Core Curriculum with minimal accommodations and modifications to instruction/assignments provided as needed.

• *Replacement Instruction - small group instruction following the student’s goals and objectives which correspond to the NJ Grade Core Curriculum. Instruction is available in language arts/reading, math, social studies.

• *Replacement Special Class Instruction - Academic Essentials - designed specifically to assist students with greater academic, communication, and/or social challenges. The goals and objectives, while related to the NJ Core curriculum , emphasizes application of the basic academic skills, transition issues, and the acquisition of social skills. Instruction is highly individualized based on the needs of the student.

Seminar 2017-2018

• Seminar

• Encouraged that all first year CHS students take this course in Fall

• Half-year course for credit (Pass/Fail).

• Designed for freshman to orient to the building, learn their IEP, develop self-advocacy, enhance study skills and project planning, provide support for exams(mid-terms or finals), strengthen executive functioning skills, organization skills, time management skills, etc.

World LanguagesMs. Sara Oliveira, Supervisor

World Languages Course Sequences9th 10th 11th 12th

Spanish Intro Spanish Lang & Culture Spanish 1 Spanish 2

Spanish 1Spanish 2Spanish 3Spanish 3 Honors

Spanish 2Spanish 3Spanish 4Spanish 4 Honors

Spanish 3Spanish 4Spanish 5Spanish 5 Honors

Spanish 4Spanish 5Spanish 6AP Spanish

French 2French 3French 3 Honors

French 3French 4French 4 Honors

French 4French 5French 5 Honors

French 5French 6AP French

German 3German 3 Honor

German 4German 4 Honors

German 5German 5 Honors AP German

Latin 1 Latin 2 Latin 3 Honors AP Latin

Mandarin I*

SPECIAL NOTES• Students must complete two years of world language study to

meet the district’s graduation requirement

• Students in regular courses may be eligible for honors if they earn a 90 in the preceding regular level course and receive teacher recommendation

• HVRSD Department of World Languages offers AP courses in each of the languages as well as a 6th level option in French and Spanish

• HVRSD Department of World Languages is part of the Biliteracy Seal initiative that honors students who demonstrate intermediate-mid proficiency in a second language.

New CoursesMandarin I

➔ This first year of Mandarin course introduces students to the structure and core vocabulary of Mandarin Chinese while building awareness about various aspects of Chinese civilization and culture.

➔ This course will provide students with another option in the study of world languages and serves as another point of entry for transfer students, students who wish to pursue an additional world language, or those who have a particular interest in non Indo-European languages.

➔ Instruction will focus on each of three modes of communication: interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational and reflects the New Jersey Department of Education’s recommendations regarding multiple points of entry for language learners.

Spanish Linguistics

➔ Spanish Linguistics is an elective course for students who are currently enrolled in in Spanish 5, Spanish 5, Honors, Spanish 6, and AP Spanish. The students will enroll in the course in conjunction with their academic Spanish class. This course will serve as a supplemental resource for those who wish to deepen their understanding of the Spanish language and who have demonstrated an interest in the advanced study of world languages.

➔ The course will cover phonetics, morphology, syntax, semantics, pragmatics, sociolinguistics, along with language variation and dialectal differences. It will be taught in English in order to ensure that students comprehend the instruction at hand, and will in turn enrich students’ knowledge and proficiency in the Spanish language.

Visual & Performing Arts

Mr. Richard Lang, Interim Supervisor

Visual Arts

Sequential courses in the Visual Arts include:Art I Ceramics IArt II* Ceramics IIFine Arts I Ceramics IIIFine Arts II Ceramics IVAdvanced Placement Art

*Art II is open to Freshmen who have successfully completed Art I in 8th Grade or through portfolio review

Visual Arts

Other courses in the Visual Arts include:World Arts: Africa, Middle East, AsiaWorld Arts: Oceania, North and South America

Sculpture:➢ Ceramic Sculpture (requires completion of Art I or Ceramics I)➢ Introduction to Sculpture (only grades 10, 11, 12)➢ Sculpture I (requires completion of Introduction to Sculpture)

Performing Arts - Music VOCAL MUSIC

9th Grade: Concert Choir (mixed choir) Extra-Curricular 10th-12th Grade Vox Central Jazz*

Concert Choir (mixed choir) A Cappella Groups Ragazze* (advanced women’s choir) Chamber Singers* (advanced mixed choir)

*Audition Required

Performing Arts - Instrumental Music 9th-12th Grade Extra-Curricular

Symphonic Band Jazz Band

Orchestra Marching Black & Gold

Indoor Percussion

Indoor Color Guard

Performing Arts - Elective Music

OTHER MUSIC ELECTIVES9th - 12th Grade Basic Piano Music Theory

Survey of Popular Music10th -12th Grade

Advanced Piano** AP Music Theory**** Successful Completion of Basic Piano/Music Theory Recommendation required.

Performing Arts - Dance

The Dance classes provide a sequential curriculum of study focusing on both performance and choreography.

Dance I (gr. 9-12)Dance II (10-12)Dance III (11-12)Dance IV Choreography Lab (12 - audition required)

Performing Arts - Theatre

The Performing Arts classes provide a sequential curriculum of study focusing a wide variety of topics related to the world of theatre, both onstage and off.

Courses Extra Curricular OpportunitiesPerforming Arts I (gr. 9-12) Fall Play*Performing Arts II (10-12) Winter Musical*Performing Arts III (11-12) Thespian SocietyAdvanced Scene Study and Directing (*participation determined by student audition)(12 - teacher recommendation required)

Performing Arts - Theatre

Technical TheatreIntro to Technical Theatre

Technical Theatre II*

*Requires instructor approval

Performing Arts Academy

• The Performing Arts Academy at Hopewell Valley Central High School is designed to provide curricula focused in dance, instrumental music, vocal music, and theatre arts, along with a college preparatory program. The Academy provides a unique, nurturing, and challenging learning environment for students who display an interest and passion in having a concentration in the performing arts during their high school career.

Performing Arts Academy Graduation Requirements

• Seminar in Performing Arts   2.5 credits

• Performing Arts Electives 30 credits

• Junior Recital 5 credits

• Senior Recital 5 credits

Performing Arts Academy Total Required:

145 Credits