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DEPTFORD TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL

COURSE BULLETIN

2020-2021

Program of Studies

Grades 9 – 12

Deptford Township High School 2020 – 2021 Course Bulletin

PROGRAM OF STUDIES – GRADES 9 – 12

Contents Page Administration 1

Letter – Superintendent

School Choice

2-3

4

Graduation Requirements 5-7

Progress Towards Graduation 8

Promotion Requirements 9

Developing Your Schedule 9

Guidelines for Course Selections 10

Guideline for Student Advancement 10

Grading System 11

Summer School 12

Class Rank and Grade Point Average Calculation 13

Change of Course Policy 14

Dual Credit Agreement 15

Banking College Credits 15

Option II 15

AVID 16

Credit Requirement for Eligibility for Activities 16

College-Bound Student Athletes 17-18

Course Offering Matrices by Department 19-27

English Language Arts

English As A Second Language (ESL)

28-36

36

Mathematics 37-44

Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) 45-46

Personalized Learning Opportunities:

Apprenticeship Training for Career

College Course(s)

Teacher Assistant Program

Online RCGC Courses

Senior Instructional Leadership

AVID Instructional Leadership

Volunteerism/Community Service

47

47

48

48

49

49

50

50

Physical Education and Health 51-52

Academy of Engineering and Computer Science

Academy of Biomedical Sciences and Nursing/Allied Health

STEAM Track

53-60

61-66

67-68

Science 69-77

Social Studies 78-83

Special Education 84-85

Spartan School of Business 86-87

21st Century Life and Careers/Career-Technical Education

Business Education

Computer Technology

Family & Consumer Science

Industrial Technology Education

DTHS Vocational-Technical Education

88

88-90

91-92

93-94

95-98

99

Visual and Performing Arts:

Art

Music

Theater

100

100-105

106-110

111

World Language 112-114

Gloucester County Institute of Technology (GCIT) 115

http://www.deptford.k12.nj.us

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ADMINISTRATION Mr. Arthur Dietz Superintendent of Schools

Mr. Kevin Kanauss Chief Academic Officer

Mr. Todd Reitzel School Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Mr. Michael Nicely Director of Special Education & Special Programs

Ms. Johanna Vicchairelli Assistant Director of Special Education

DEPTFORD TWP. HIGH SCHOOL Mr. Jeff Lebb Principal

Ms. Kristen Reid Vice-Principal

Mr. Robert Rambo Vice-Principal

Mr. Irvin McFarland, III Vice-Principal

Ms. Reminka Williams Counselor

Mr. Graham Hall Counselor

Mrs. Melissa Nicely Counselor

Mrs. Lauren Pallies Counselor

Ms. Amanda Donisi Counselor

MONONGAHELA MIDDLE SCHOOL Mr. Jonathan Collins Principal

Ms. Sharon Mesmer Vice-Principal

Ms. Maureen Bilda Vice-Principal

Mrs. Dawn Marsan Counselor

Ms. Carolann Newman Counselor

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Arthur Dietz Superintendent

Kevin Kanauss Chief Academic Officer

Todd Reitzel Business Administrator/Board Secretary

February 2020

Dear Students and Parents of Deptford Township Schools,

Deptford Township School’s mission is to foster an environment of high expectations which

empowers all students to succeed and contribute in a rapidly changing and competitive global

community. This is evident in the excellent selection of courses available to our students at

Deptford High School.

The guidance department and administration at Deptford Township Public Schools will be

working closely with your scholars to support them in selecting courses to become college and

career ready. We offer a variety of opportunities for all students to be successful with a focus on

transferable skills that prepare each student to participate in our global society upon graduation

from high school. Skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, organization, time

management, and the use of technology are embedded into the content of each course. It is our

duty to ensure that all students are able to learn and are capable of being successful by

considering a broad range of learning styles that address unique skills, attitudes, interests, and

appreciations. A broad, relevant curricula is followed that encompasses the needs of the students

and the community in an environment that develops and nurtures the interests and talents of each

student.

We offer several academies including STEM’s Biomedical Sciences and Allied Health/Nursing

Academy and the Engineering and Computer Science Academy. We also have the Spartan

School of Business, Spartan School of Music, and Spartan School of Carpentry, and Spartan

School of Art. Programs such as Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) provide a

scaffolded support for our students to be college and career ready. In addition to this, we have

the Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program for our students showing interest in serving

our country. There’s a diverse selection of classes that include general education, advanced, and

Advanced Placement (AP) options. We also have a Teacher Assistant Program, a Senior

Instructional Leadership Program, apprenticeship opportunities, and a School-to-Careers option.

In addition to this, we are very excited to share with our community the growing partnership

with Rowan College of South Jersey. We offer Dual Credit options with RCSJ where students

can earn college credits while engaging in specific high school classes. Students are able to

participate in the High School Options Program (HSOP) where they can take college courses at

RCSJ beginning the summer following their freshman year. There are also online elective

options that can be taken while on the Deptford campus. Finally, in the fall of 2019, we opened

the Deptford Collegiate High School allowing our students to earn free college credits in our

classroom on the RCSJ campus.

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Deptford Township Schools will continue to challenge our students by setting high expectations

with diverse, rigorous curricula. Please contact your scholar’s guidance counselor should you

have any questions about how to best support their future success.

Respectfully,

Arthur Dietz

Arthur Dietz

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DEPTFORD HIGH SCHOOL

A New Jersey Choice School

Deptford High School will be a New Jersey choice district for the 2019-2020

school year. The New Jersey Inter-district School Choice program provides the

opportunity for non-resident students to attend Deptford High School at no cost to

their parents/guardians. The School Choice program covers grades nine through

twelve.

DEPTFORD HIGH SCHOOL OFFERS:

Deptford High School has met all of its state academic targets for ELA and

Math

A nationally recognized, award winning Jazz and Marching Band

AVID

A full Academy program including an Academy of Engineering, Spartan

Business Academy, Modeling Science and an Academy of Biomedical

Science and Nursing/Allied Health, Spartan School of Carpentry, Spartan

School of Music, and Spartan School of Art

Deptford Collegiate High School, a classroom on Rowan College of South

Jersey’s campus where DHS seniors can earn 12 free college credits

Rigorous curriculum taught by 100% high qualified, outstanding teachers

A variety of AP/Advanced courses with available college credits

NJROTC

A variety of sports and extra-curricular activities

An intervention/tutoring period built into the school day

For more information or to make an appointment to shadow the school, please call

Mr. Kevin Kanauss, Chief Academic Officer at 856-232-2700 ext. 2660

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Requirements for Graduation from Deptford Township High School

Credit Requirement:

Credits are awarded on the basis of how many times per week a class meets. For example: If a

class has a lab and meets for a total of six periods per week, 6.0 credits are awarded; a regular

five days a week course receives 5.0 credits. A semester course that meets five days a week is

awarded 2.5 credits and a semester course that meets four days a week is awarded 2.0 credits.

All students must be enrolled in a minimum of 30 credits per year.

The required number of credits for graduation is listed below for each of the next four graduating

classes:

Subjects Class of 2021 Class of 2022 Class of 2023 Class of 2024

English Language Arts 20 20 20 20

Mathematics 151 151 151 151

U. S. History 10 10 10 10

World History and Global

Studies

5

5

5

5

Science 20+2 20+2 15-182 15-182

Physical Education/Health 16-20 16-20 16-20 16-20

Visual & Performing Arts 5 5 5 5

21st Century Life and

Careers/Career-Technical

Education

5 5 5 5

World Language 5* 5* 5* 5*

Financial, Economic,

Business, and

Entrepreneurial Literacy

2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5

Electives 12.5-13.5 12.5-13.5 12.5-13.5 12.5-13.5

Total Credits 120 120 130 130

*Students’ demonstration of proficiency will meet the graduation requirement in lieu of the

credit requirement.

1 Members of the Classes of 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 must pass 15 credits including

Algebra I content (Course 001314 or 001316), Geometry content (Course 001333 or

001338), AND a third year of math that builds upon Algebra I and Geometry and

prepares students for college and 21st century careers.

2. Members of the classes of 2021, 2022 and 2023, 2024 will need to follow the graduation

guidelines set forth by the NJDOE and the NJSLS for Science to successfully complete

the science graduation requirements. This includes coursework teaching standards in

Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental, and Earth standards. Please see the science

section for the course sequences.

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Requirements for Graduation from Deptford Township High School (Cont’d.)

High School Graduation Assessment Requirements

Updated June, 2019

On June 5, 2019, the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) updated the high school

graduation assessment requirements in both English Language Arts/Literacy (ELA) and

mathematics for the Classes of 2019 through 2022, pursuant to an amended Consent Order from

the Appellate Division of the Superior Court of New Jersey.

The high school assessment graduation requirements that are in place for the Classes of 2021 and

2022 are:

In English Language Arts/Literacy, students must demonstrate proficiency:

1) On NJSLA/PARCC ELA 10; or

2) By meeting the designated cut score on an alternative assessment such as other high

school-level NJSLA/PARCC assessments, the SAT, ACT, or ACCUPLACER as defined

in the following chart; or

3) By submitting, through the district, a student portfolio appeal to the New Jersey

Department of Education.

In mathematics, students must demonstrate proficiency:

1. On NJSLA/PARCC Algebra I; or

2. By meeting the designated cut score on an alternative assessment such as other high

school-level NJSLA/PARCC assessments, the SAT, ACT, or ACCUPLACER as defined

in the following chart; or

3. By submitting, through the district, a student portfolio appeal to the New Jersey

Department of Education.

Each school year the NJDOE will determine the proficiency level needed on the assessments

to meet the requirements. It is important to note that our students have always been able to meet

graduation requirements through an alternative assessment or pathway to graduation throughout

New Jersey’s forty-year history with a statewide assessment program, and will continue to be

able to do so.

In this document, you will find charts containing the list of assessment requirements in both ELA

and mathematics for the high school graduation Classes of 2021 through 2022.

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ELA and Math Assessment Requirements for the Class of 2021 and 2022

Three Pathways

Available

English Language Arts (ELA) Mathematics

First

Pathway Demonstrate proficiency

in the high school end-of-

course NJSLA/PARCC

assessments in ELA 10

and/or Algebra I

NJSLA/PARCC ELA Grade 10

NJSLA/PARCC Algebra I

Second

Pathway

Demonstrate proficiency

in English language arts

and/or mathematics by

meeting the designated

cut score on one of the

alternative assessments


or


or

SAT EBRW Section

or

SAT Reading Test

or

ACT Reading or ACT PLAN* Reading

or

Accuplacer WritePlacer

or

Accuplacer WritePlacer ESL

or

PSAT10 or PSAT/NMSQT Reading

or

ACT Aspire Reading*

or

ASVAB-AFQT Composite

NJSLA/PARCC Geometry

or

NJSLA/PARCC Algebra II

or

SAT Math Section

or

SAT Math Test

or

ACT or ACT PLAN* Math

or

Accuplacer Elementary Algebra

or

Accuplacer Quantitative Reasoning,

Algebra, and Statistics (QAS)

or

PSAT10 Math or PSAT/NMSQT Math

or

ACT Aspire Math*

or

ASVAB-AFQT Composite

Third

Pathway

Demonstrate proficiency

in English language arts

and/or mathematics

through Portfolio

Appeals

Meet the criteria of the NJDOE

Portfolio Appeal for ELA

Meet the criteria of the NJDOE

Portfolio Appeal for Math

* Test is no longer administered but can be used for the graduating year. *** The NJDOE is providing flexibility to

meet the math assessment requirement for students in the Classes of 2020 and 2021 who completed an Algebra I

course prior to the September 6, 2016 effective date of the new high school assessment regulations.

Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, ELA 9, ELA 10, and ELA 11. ** The NJDOE is providing

flexibility to meet the math assessment requirement for students in the Classes of 2020 and 2021

who completed an Algebra I course prior to the September 6, 2016 effective date of the new high

school assessment regulations.

https://homeroom5.doe.state.nj.us/broadcasts/2017/JAN/24/15884/Updated%20Clarification%20on%20the%20High%20School%20Graduation%20Mathematics%20Assessments%20Requirements.pdf



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Progress Towards Graduation

Name: __________________________________________

English Language Arts 21st Century Life and Careers/Career-Technical

Education

1. __________________________________ 1. ___________________________________

2. __________________________________ 2. ___________________________________

3. __________________________________ (1 year, 5 credits required)

4. __________________________________

(4 years, 20 credits required) World Language

1. ___________________________________

Mathematics 2. ___________________________________

(1 year, 5 credits required, or Proficiency Demonstration)

1. __________________________________

2. __________________________________ Financial, Economic, Business, & Entrepreneurial Literacy

3. __________________________________ 1. ___________________________________

(3 years, 15 credits required) (½ year, 2.5 credits required)

U.S. History

1. __________________________________

2. __________________________________

(2 years, 10 credits required)

World History & Global Studies

1. __________________________________ Electives (1 year, 5 credits required) (Credits in elective courses plus required courses are to

equal total credits needed for graduation)

Science 1. _______________________________________

1. __________________________________ 2. _______________________________________

2. __________________________________ 3. _______________________________________

3. __________________________________ 4. _______________________________________

4. __________________________________ 5. _______________________________________ (3 years, 15-18 credits required – Class of 2023 and beyond)

(4 years, 20+ credits required – Class of 2021 - 2022) 6. _______________________________________

7. _______________________________________

8. _______________________________________

PE/Health/Driver Education 9. _______________________________________

1. __________________________________ 10. ______________________________________

2. __________________________________ 11. ______________________________________

3. __________________________________ 12. ______________________________________

4. __________________________________ 13. ______________________________________

(4 years, 20 credits required) 14. ______________________________________

15. ______________________________________

Visual & Performing Arts

16. ______________________________________

17. ______________________________________

1. __________________________________

2. __________________________________

3. __________________________________ Total Credits for Graduation – (See pg. 6) 4. __________________________________ Credits Earned: _____________

(1 year, 5 credits required) Credits Needed: _____________

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Promotion Credit Requirements

For Promotion To: Class of 2021 Class of 2022 Class of 2023 Class of 2024

Grade 10 30 Credits 30 Credits 30 Credits 30 Credits



Steps in Developing Your Schedule

Step 1

A group presentation by a counselor gives each student the required information necessary for

the student and parents to request courses for the following school year’s schedule. For

incoming grade 9 students an evening orientation meeting at the high school is scheduled with

the students and parents. (January – February)

Step 2

Teachers will complete recommendation forms in all subject areas that are sequential. These

recommendations will be in accordance with the “Recommendations for Student Advancement”

and with course prerequisites. (January – February)

Step 3

Individual conferences will be scheduled between each student and counselor to complete

scheduling with students. Parent conferences will be scheduled upon request or as deemed

necessary. (January – March)

Eighth grade students are counseled in groups for course selection process, not individually.

Step 4

The school master schedule is developed and student schedules generated. Conflicts are resolved

individually with a counselor prior to the opening of school. (Beginning April)

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Guidelines for Course Selection

The following guidelines are intended to provide the information necessary to best meet the

academic needs of our students:

Previous academic performance of a student in specific subject disciplines is to be given

the highest priority in the selection of courses to be taken. See the section entitled

“Recommendations for Student Advancement.”

The selection/recommendation of a course level in one subject discipline is independent

of the selection/recommendation of a course level in a different subject discipline. For

example, a student may select an Advanced course in English Language Arts and an

Advanced Placement (AP) course in Mathematics.

Students who fail a course may achieve a passing grade by attending summer school

provided that the course is offered, and thus be eligible for advancement to the next grade

level course. Note: Both the failing grade and the summer school grade become part of

the student’s academic record/transcript, and thus are included in the calculation of a

student’s GPA (Grade Point Average).

Electives cannot be dropped. Students are cautioned to make certain to only choose

elective courses that they are willing to take.

Students should discuss elective choices with their parents and guidance counselors in a

conscientious manner.

Guideline for Student Advancement

The following is recommended for student advancement through the academic programs

offered at Deptford Township High School. It is intended to provide for the academic

success of our students. Teacher recommendations should be based upon the following

guideline:

In order for advancement in grades 9, 10, and 11, students must have an average

grade of a 91 or higher as well as meet all prerequisites.

Students currently enrolled in Advanced and/or Advanced Placement courses must

maintain an 85 average, in order to remain in the Advanced and/or Advanced

Placement courses, along with teacher recommendation.

If a student does not maintain the required average for all four marking periods, the

recommended course(s) may change.

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Grading System

Please sign up for Parent Access so that you will be able to review your child’s grades on a

consistent basis. Numerical grades are defined as follows:

Exceptional Performance 100 – 90

Above Average Performance 89 – 80

Average Performance 79 – 70

Below Average Performance 69 – 60

No Credit 59 – 0

Year Course Value Semester Course Value

Quarter Grade 22.5% Quarter Grade 50% each

Final Exam 10%

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Summer School

Deptford Township High School students enroll in a state accredited summer school program for

make-up credits of subjects not passed. All such arrangements must be made with the Guidance

Office prior to enrollment. Deptford Township High School does not operate an academic

summer school. Students who fail a required subject, and who do not attend summer

school, must contact the Guidance Office by the end of June to be rescheduled. Students

may be scheduled without consultation if this is not accomplished.

Students may also opt to take summer school courses from any New Jersey State accredited

program in consultation with the Guidance Department.

A grade earned in summer school is included in the calculation of a student’s Grade Point

Average (GPA). The failing grade earned during the regular school year is also included in the

student’s GPA.

Students must earn a 55 to qualify for summer school recovery. Students are limited to

only two courses.

If Students Do Not Attend Summer School

If a student does not attend summer school due to failure of course work, then he/she will not be

able to enroll in any course for which the failed course was a prerequisite. Courses for which

these are prerequisites cannot be taken concurrently. For example, if a student fails English

Language Arts 9, then he/she cannot enroll in English Language Arts 10 until a passing grade is

earned in English Language Arts 9 either in summer school or the school year. Also, English

Language Arts 9 and English Language Arts 10 cannot be taken at the same time. All courses

with prerequisites are listed in the annually published Course Bulletin. Students may be able to

take English Language Arts 11 and English Language Arts 12 in their last year of high school if

they passed English Language Arts 10 in the preceding year.

Note: Failure to attend summer school may affect eligibility for participation in co-curricular

programs, which includes activities and sports.

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Class Rank and Grade Point Average Calculation

All courses are included in the calculation of a student’s grade point average. There are courses

that are weighted according to their academic challenge. For GPA calculation, the following

system applies:

Types of Courses Weight

Accelerated 2.5%

Advanced 5%

Academy of Engineering 10%

Academy of Biomedical Sciences 10%

Advanced Placement 10%

College Courses 10%

The weighted grade will be used for ranking purposes only and will not appear on the student’s

transcript or report card.

Sample Calculation – Hypothetical Student End-of-Year Grades

Subject Actual

Grade

Weighted

Grade

Credit

Cumulative

Product

Computer Art I 94 94 2.5 235.0

Health 11 – Lab 90 90 2.0 180.0

Physical Education

Lab

92 92 2.0 184.0

AP ELA 11 85 x 1.10 = 94 x 5.0 = 470.0

Accelerated

Algebra II

84 x 1.025 = 86 x 5.0 = 430.0

Adv. World History

& Global Studies

93 x 1.05 = 98 x 5.0 = 490.0

Spanish III –

Advanced

89 x 1.05 = 94 x 5.0 = 470.0

Cooking and

Nutrition

95 95 2.5 237.5

Adv. Chemistry I 87 x 1.05 = 91 x 6.0 = 546.0

35.0 3242.5

3242.5 divided by 35 equals a GPA of 92.6

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Change of Course Policy

If there is a legitimate reason for a student to change one’s class schedule, he/she must first see

their counselor. Dropping or adding a course for legitimate reasons after the term begins,

including changing levels of a course, must be done according to the following schedule.

Course Length Last Day to Drop or Add

First Semester Course 7th Day of the First Marking Period

Second Semester Course Last Day of the First Marking Period

Year Long Course 15th Day of the First Marking Period

Any course dropped after this schedule will result in a grade of WF (Withdrawal Fail) in the

course. Students are not permitted to attend summer school for a course assigned a WF since the

student has not completed the course. Also, a student cannot drop a class with a WF that would

result in having less than 30 credits a year.

Note: A grade of WF is equivalent to a 0 in numerical average. This is calculated in a student’s

GPA (Grade Point Average) and would significantly decrease a student’s GPA and rank

in class.

Once the course selection process for the following school year has started, the Guidance

Department will allow changes in course selections until the end of the school year. Once you

receive your schedule in the mail, schedule changes will only be made if the following occurs:

1. A course was omitted.

2. A required course was missing from the student’s schedule.

3. Two courses were scheduled at the same time.

4. There is a desire to add a course in lieu of study hall, provided there are available seats in

that particular course.

5. An incorrect level of a course was scheduled.

6. A course requested was canceled due to low enrollment.

7. A student passed a course in summer school and needs to add another course to his/her

schedule.

8. A student has registered for a sequence course and has failed the prerequisite course. The

student will be contacted to determine if he/she will repeat the failed subject or select

another course.

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Dual Credit Agreement

Deptford Township High School has allowed our students to receive college credits for courses

taken through HSOP (High School Options Program) at Rowan College at South Jersey. Also,

Advanced Placement courses taken at Deptford can result in college credit based on the AP exam

score which is taken in May of the school year. College credit may be awarded by the post-

secondary institution that the student applies to.

Currently, Deptford offers AP courses in Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, English Language and

Composition, English Literature and Composition, U.S. Government and Politics, Modern

European History, Psychology, Music Theory, Physics, Statistics, US History I, US History II,

World History and Spanish that are dual credit approved.

Students participating in these courses will receive application information. It should be noted

that the transferring credits would be at the discretion of the particular college or university.

Advanced Placement students are to pay testing fees in order to take AP tests. Note: AP test

scores are graded on a scale of 1 (lowest) through 5 (highest).

Banking College Credits

Underclassmen may be awarded high school credits toward meeting the graduation requirements

by earning credits in courses at local colleges. Credit may be applied to meet elective course

requirements or to meet courses required for graduation if the course is deemed comparable.

Each case will be evaluated on an individual basis.

OPTION II

NJAC6A:8-5.1(a)/ii is commonly known as “Option II”. Option II serves as an alternative

choice to traditional high school courses. It involves in-depth experiences that may be

provided by the appropriate school district personnel or qualified instructors not employed by

the school district. Option II may include, but is not limited to, one or more of the

following: interdisciplinary or theme-based programs, independent study, student exchange

programs, distance learning, internships, community service, co-curricular or extra-curricular

programs, and/or other approved structured learning experiences. Students must fill out the Option

II application packet and receive it back, approved by the administration, prior to beginning their

program. Option II application packets are available in the guidance office.

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AVID

AVID is a national and worldwide educational program whose mission is to close the

achievement gap by providing students in the middle the necessary supports and strategies to

prepare all of them for college readiness and success in our global society. AVID –

Advancement Via Individual Determination www.avid.org.

The AVID elective class prepares selected students for four-year college eligibility. AVID has a

proven track record in bringing out the best in students and in closing the achievement gap by

preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society. The AVID program

supports these students attending Deptford Township High School who want to go to college.

Selected students are placed in (pre-AP/AP) classes with an AVID elective class to support them

during the school day. Additional support from the AVID site team and tutoring by college

students is provided.

The AVID Program targets eligible students who have the desire to go to college and the

willingness to work hard. Typically, they will be the first in their families to attend college, and

many are from low-income or minority families. AVID pulls these students out of their

unchallenging courses and puts them on the college track: acceleration instead of remediation.

AVID is designed to put eligible students in upper level courses on a college track.

The AVID Elective Student – not only are students enrolled in their school's toughest classes,

such as advanced, honors and Advanced Placement, but also in the AVID elective. For one

period a day, they learn organizational and study skills, work on critical thinking and asking

probing questions, get academic help from peers and college tutors, and participate in enrichment

and motivational activities that make college more attainable. Their self-images improve, and

they become academically successful leaders and role models for other students.

Eligible students wishing to participate in AVID will be required to go through a recruitment

process as outlined by AVID. Students will be notified of their eligibility and be asked to attend

a meeting outlining the criteria for the selection process. Students will complete the necessary

requirements for recruitment and once the recruitment process has been completed they will

receive a letter identifying if they have or have not been accepted into the AVID program.

This is a selective process.

Credit Requirement for Eligibility for Interscholastic and Co-Curricular Activities

1. To be eligible for fall or winter sports in the 2019-2020 school year, a student in grades

9-12 must pass 30 credits in the previous school year.

2. To be eligible for spring sports in the 2019-2020 school year, a student must have a

passing numerical average in at least 15 credits. Credits are determined as follows:

7.5 credit course: 3.75 credits

6 credit course: 3.0 credits

5 credit course: 2.5 credits

2.5 credit course: 2.5 credits

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College-Bound Student Athletes

D I V I S I O N I A C A D E M I C R E Q U I R E M E N T S College-bound student-athletes will need to meet the following academic requirements to practice,

receive athletic scholarships, and/or compete during their first year.

ENGLISH

MATH (Algebra I or

higher)

NATURAL/

PHYSICAL

SCIENCE (One year of

lab, if offered)

ADDITIONAL

ENGLISH,

MATH OR

NATURAL/

PHYSICAL

SCIENCE

SOCIAL

SCIENCE

ADDITIONAL

COURSES (Any area listed

to the left, foreign

language or

comparative

religion/philosophy)

4 years 3 years 2 years 1 year 2 years 4 years

Full Qualifier Complete 16 core courses.

Ten of the 16 core courses must be completed before the seventh semester (senior year) of high school.

Seven of the 10 core courses must be in English, math or science.

Earn a core-course GPA of at least 2.300.

Earn the ACT/SAT score matching your core-course GPA on the Division I sliding scale.

Graduate high school.

Academic Redshirt Complete 16 core courses.


Earn the ACT/SAT score matching your core-course GPA on the Division I sliding scale.


Full Qualifier:

College-bound student-athletes may practice,

compete and receive athletics scholarships

during their first year of enrollment at an

NCAA

Division I school.

Academic Redshirt:

College-bound student-athletes may receive

athletics scholarships during their first year of

enrollment and may practice during their first

regular academic term, but may NOT

compete during their first year of enrollment.

Non-qualifier:

College-bound student-athletes cannot

practice, receive athletics scholarships or

compete during their first year of enrollment

at an NCAA

Division I school.

Test Scores When a student registers for the SAT or ACT, he or she can use the NCAA Eligibility Center

code of 9999 so his or her scores are sent directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center from the

testing agency. Test scores on transcripts will NOT be used in his or her academic certification.

For additional information please go to:

http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/eligibility_center/Important_New_Rules/2016_DI_Academic_Requireme

nts.pdf

http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/eligibility_center/Important_New_Rules/2016_DI_Academic_Requirements.pdf

http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/eligibility_center/Important_New_Rules/2016_DI_Academic_Requirements.pdf

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2 0 1 8 D I V I S I O N I I N E W A C A D E M I C R E Q U I R E M E N T S College-bound student-athletes f i r s t enro l l ing a t an NCAA Divis ion I I school on or

a f te r Augus t 1 , 2018 , need to meet new academic rules to practice, compete and receive

athletics scholarships during their first year.

ENGLISH

MATH (Algebra I or

higher)

NATURAL/

PHYSICAL

SCIENCE (including one

year of lab

science, if

offered)

SOCIAL

SCIENCE

ADDITIONAL (English, math, or

natural/physical

science)

ADDITIONAL (English, math,

natural/physical

science, social

science, foreign

language,

comparative

Religion or

philosophy)

3 years 2 years 2 years 2 years 3 years 4 years

Full Qualifier Complete 16 core courses.


Earn the ACT/SAT score matching your core-course GPA on the Division II full qualifier sliding scale.


Academic Redshirt Complete 16 core courses.


Earn the ACT/SAT score matching your core-course GPA on the Division II partial qualifier sliding scale.


Full Qualifier: College-bound student-athletes may practice, compete

and receive athletics scholarships during their first year

of enrollment at an NCAA

Division II school.

Partial Qualifier: College-bound student-athletes may receive athletics

scholarships during their first year of enrollment and

may practice during their first regular academic term,

but may NOT compete during their first year of

enrollment.

Non-qualifier: College-bound student-athletes may not practice,

compete or receive athletics scholarships during their

first year of enrollment at an NCAA

Division II school.

Test Scores When a student registers for the SAT or ACT, he or she can use the NCAA Eligibility Center

code of 9999 so his or her scores are sent directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center from the

testing agency. Test scores on transcripts will NOT be used in his or her academic certification.

For additional information please go to: http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/eligibility_center/Important_New_Rules/2018_DII_New_Academic_Req

uirements.pdf

Please note that DTHS will not assume responsibility for determination of a student’s core

GPA. This is calculated by the NCAA.

http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/eligibility_center/Important_New_Rules/2018_DII_New_Academic_Requirements.pdf

http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/eligibility_center/Important_New_Rules/2018_DII_New_Academic_Requirements.pdf

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2019-2020 COURSE OFFERINGS

GRADES 9 – 12

COURSE WEIGHT CRS LENGTH GRADE OFFERED NCAA

CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE

#

ACC

ADV

ACAD

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

ELA 9 Advanced

001133

X

X

X

X

5

ELA 9

Accelerated

001143

X

X

X

X

5

ELA 9

001142

X

X

X

5

ELA 10 Advanced

001134

X

X

X

X

5

ELA 10

Accelerated

001146

X

X

X

X

5

ELA 10

001145

X

X

X

5

ELA 11 AP

001138

X

X

X

X

5

ELA 11 Advanced

001135

X

X

X

X

5

ELA 11 Accelerated

001148

X

X

X

X

5

ELA 11

001147

X

X

X

5

ELA 12 AP

001137

X

X

X

X

5

ELA 12 Advanced

001136

X

X

X

X

5

ELA 12 Accelerated

001150

X

X

X

X

5

ELA 12

001149

X

X

X

5

Creative Writing

001120

X

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Mythology

001126

X

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Public Speaking

and Debate

001129

X

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

SAT Prep

001113

X

X

X

X

2.5

ELA Lab

001108

X

X

2.5

ELA Senior

Portfolio

001109

X

X

2.5

Functional ELA

001107

X

X

X

X

X

5

English As A

Second Language

300003

X

X

X

X

X

5 Pass/Fail

English As A

Second Language

(High Intensity)

300006

X

X

X

X

X

0

20


CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE#

ACC

ADV

ACAD

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

MATHEMATICS

Advanced

Algebra I

001316

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Accelerated

Algebra I

001318

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Algebra I

001314

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Advanced

Geometry

001338

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Accelerated

Geometry

001339

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Geometry

001333

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Advanced

Algebra II

001320

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Accelerated

Algebra II

001321

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Algebra II

001315

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Trigonometry/

Advanced

Mathematics

001332

X

X

X

X

X

5

Advanced

Pre-calculus

001322

X

X

X

X

X

5

AP Calculus

(AB)

001327

X

X

X

X

5

Advanced

Calculus

001326

X

X

X

X

5

College Math

001342

X

X

5

AP Statistics

001345

X

X

X

X

X

5

SAT Prep

001113

X

X

X

X

2.5

Foundational

Algebra

001305

X

X

X

X

X

5.0

Math Lab

001307

X

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Math Senior

Portfolio

001308

X

X

2.5

Functional Math

001369

X

X

X

5.0


CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE

#

ADV

ACAD

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

NAVY JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICERS TRAINING CORPS (NJROTC)

Naval Science I

002003

X

X

X

X

X

5

Naval Science II

2020-2021

002004

X

X

X

X

5

Naval Science III

2021-2022

002005

X

X

X

X

5

Naval Science IV

002006

X

X

5

21


CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE

#

ADV

ACAD

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

PERSONALIZED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Apprenticeship/

Training for Career

002051

X

X

2.5

Pass/Fail

College Courses AP

002060

X

X

X

5

Teacher Assistant

Program

002025

X

X

X

7.5

Senior Instructional

Leadership

002052

X

X

2.5

Pass/Fail

Volunteerism/ Community

Service

002050

X

X

2.5

Pass/Fail

AVID Instructional

Leadership

002070

X

X

2.5

Pass/Fail

RCGC

Online Class

002069

X

X

X

5


CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE

#

ADV

ACAD

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

PHYSICAL EDUCATION – HEALTH – DRIVER EDUCATION

Phys Ed Cycle A

2020-2021

001009

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Phys Ed Cycle B

2022-2023

001010

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Phys Ed Cycle C

2023-2024

001011

Phys Ed Cycle D

2024-2025

001012

Health 9

001031

X

X

2.5

Driver Ed

Health 10

001008

X

X

2.5

Health 11

001032

X

X

2.5

Health 12

001036

X

X

2.5

22


CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE

#

ADV

ACAD

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING

Introduction to

Engineering

Design (IE)

001880

X

X

X

X

5

Principles of

Engineering

(POE)

001881

X

X

X

X

X

5

Digital Electronics (DE)

001882

X

X

X

X

X

5

Environmental

Sustainability (ES)

001884

X

X

X

X

X

5

Civil Engineering

and Architecture

(CEA)

001885

X

X

X

X

5

Computer Science

Principles (CSP)

001886

X

X

X

X

X

5

Automated/

Computer Aided Design (CAD)

001874

X

X

X

X

X

5


CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE

#

ADV

ACAD

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

ACADEMY OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES and NURSING/ALLIED HEALTH

Principles of the

Biomedical

Sciences (PBS)

001480

X

X

X

X

X

5

Human Body

Systems (HBS)

001481

X

X

X

X

X

5

Medical Interventions (MI)

001482

X

X

X

X

X

5

Biomedical Innovation (BI)

001483

X

X

X

X

5

Medical

Terminology

(MT)

001484

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Biomedical Ethics

001487

X

X

X

X

X

2.5


CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE

#

ADV

ACAD

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

STEAM Track

Computer Generated

Modeling Fundamentals

001676

X

X

X

X

X

5

23


CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE

#

ADV

ACAD

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

SCIENCE

Physical Science

001446

X

X

X

X

5

AP Biology

001425

X

X

X

X

6

Advanced Biology

001423

X

X

X

X

X

5

Biology

001420

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

AP Chemistry

001422

X

X

X

X

X

6

Advanced Chemistry with

Lab through

Modeling

001415

X

X

X

X

5

Advanced Chemistry

001413

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Chemistry I

001417

X

X

X

X

X

5

AP Physics (Calculus Based)

001440

X

X

X

X

X

6

Advanced Physics with Lab

through Modeling

001444

X

X

X

X

5

Advanced Physics

001442

X

X

X

X

X

5

Physics

001443

X

X

X

X

5

Advanced Human Anatomy &

Physiology

001431

X

X

X

X

X

5

Human Anatomy

& Physiology

001432

X

X

X

X

5

Environmental

Science

001421

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Advanced

Environmental Science

001429

X

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Functional

Science

001469

X

X

X

X

X

5

24


CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE

#

ADV

ACAD

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

SOCIAL STUDIES

US History I

Advanced

001215

X

X

X

X

5

US History I

001214

X

X

X

5

US History II

Advanced

001218

X

X

X

X

5

US History II

001217

X

X

X

5

Advanced World

History & Global

Studies

001256

X

X

X

X

5

World History &

Global Studies

001255

X

X

X

5

Advanced

Placement World

History

001257

X

X

X

5

Advanced

Placement US History I

001216

X

X

X

X

X

5

Advanced

Placement

US History II

001219

X

X

X

X

X

5

AP American

Government &

Politics 2021-22

001247

X

X

X

X

X

5

AP Modern

European History

2020-21

001260

X

X

X

X

X

5

Introduction to

Behavioral

Science

001233

X

X

X

X

5

Introduction to

Sociology

001234

X

X

X

X

5

American

Minorities

001223

X

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Holocaust

001230

X

X

X

X

X

X

2.5


CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE

#

ADV

ACAD

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

BUSINESS EDUCATION

Advanced

College Accounting

001604

X

X

X

X

5

Accounting I

001602

X

X

X

X

X

5

Business Law

001605

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Business

Management

001606

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Professionalism

001610

X

X

X

2.5

Microsoft Office

Applications

001612

X

X

X

X

X

5

Personal Finance,

Economics and

Business Literacy

001632

X

X

X

X

2.5

25


CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE

#

ADV

ACAD

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY

Creating Web

Pages

001966

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Desktop

Publishing

001963

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Multimedia

Presentations

001962

X

X

X

X

X

2.5


CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE

#

ADV

ACAD

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE

Child

Development &

Family Living

001812

X

X

X

X

2.5

Cooking and

Nutrition

001811

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Gourmet &

International

Cooking

001820

X

X

X

X

2.5


CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE

#

ADV

ACAD

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION

Automated

/Computer Aided

Design (CAD)

001874

X

X

X

X

X

5

Introduction to Engineering

001873

X

X

X

X

X

5

Introduction to

Woodworking Technology

001850

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Carpentry I

001851

X

X

X

X

2.5

Carpentry II

001853

X

X

X

5

Carpentry III

(beginning

2021-2022)

001854

X

X

5

Robotics

001872

X

X

X

X

X

5


CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE

#

ADV

ACAD

A

P

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

DEPTFORD HIGH SCHOOL VOCATIONAL – TECHNICAL EDUCATION

Landscaping

001974

X

X

X

X

5

School to

Careers

002053

X

X

15

Pass/Fail

26


CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE

#

ADV

ACAD

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

VISUAL ARTS

Exploration of Art

001561

X

X

X

X

X

2.5.

Drawing &

Design I

001654

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Drawing & Design II

001655

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Drawing &

Design III/IV-

Advanced Art/Portfolio

Preparation

001656

X

X

X

X

X

5

3D Studio Art I

001670

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

3D Studio

Art II

001671

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Painting I

001650

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Advanced

Painting II/III

001675

X

X

X

X

X

5

Computer Art I

001666

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Computer

Art II

001667

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Animation I

001672

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Animation II

001673

X

X

X

X

2.5

Computer Photography

& Graphic

Design

001652

X

X

X

X

5

27


CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE

#

ADV

ACAD

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12


PERFORMING ARTS

Music Theory I

001555

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Music

Theory II

001557

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

AP Music Theory

001556

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Piano I

001580

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Piano II

001581

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Concert Band

001553

X

X

X

X

X

5

Stage Band

001566

X

X

X

X

X

5

Jazz Ensemble

001558

X

X

X

X

X

5

Wind Ensemble

001559

X

X

X

X

X

5

Instrumental

Lessons

001564

X

X

X

X

X

1

Chorus

0015541

X

X

X

X

X

5

Mixed Choir

001554

X

X

X

X

X

5

Concert Choir

001552

X

X

X

X

X

5

Vocal Lessons

001563

X

X

X

X

X

1

THEATER

Acting I

2020-21

001572

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Acting II

2021-22

001574

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Theatrical

Design I

2020-21

001573

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Theatrical Design II

2021-22

001575

X

X

X

X

X

2.5


CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE

#

ADV

ACAD

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

WORLD LANGUAGE

French I

001511

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

French II

001512

X

X

X

X

X

5

French III/IV Advanced

001513

X

X

X

X

X

5

Spanish I

001541

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Spanish I Advanced

001546

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Spanish II 001542 X X X X X 5

Spanish II

Advanced

001547

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Spanish III Advanced

001543

X

X

X

X

X

5

Spanish IV

Advanced

001544

X

X

X

X

5

AP Spanish 001545 X X X X 5

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT The English Language Arts department meets the needs of all students through a flexible and

varied program. Our aim is to provide the opportunity for all students to become independent

learners. It is our goal to establish a balance between reading and writing, and to integrate these

skills with speaking and listening skills. A core curriculum in reading has been established

which includes Anglo-American classics as well as those of other cultures. Students’ reading

will be utilized as a catalyst for expository, imaginative, and critical writing, as well as for

speaking and listening activities.

PROGRAM OF STUDIES The study of English Language Arts each year is a requirement for every high school student in

New Jersey. Students completing the Deptford Township High School English Language Arts

program will read from diverse literature. They will write frequently, for different purposes,

using a process approach, including revision and editing for grammatical conventions. Students

will also continue to develop their vocabulary, speaking and listening skills.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

001133 – ADVANCED ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 9 Course Length: Year

Credits: 5 (Advanced)

Grade Level: 9

This course offers students a challenging preview to Advanced English Language Arts 10. A

review of grammar usage and mechanics with an emphasis on improved sentence construction is

infused throughout the year. An introduction to semantics provides students with a greater

understanding of language enabling them to think, speak and write with greater insight and

clarity. Contemporary, thought-provoking issues are explored through literature and expository

writing. All literary genres are studied, enabling students to increase their understanding of the

elements of form (plot, characterization, setting, tone and theme). Literary works are chosen that

will appeal to students and provide them with the opportunity for introspection and reflection on

the meaning of life.

Prerequisites: Student Advancement Recommendations

001143 – ACCELERATED ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 9

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5 (Accelerated)

Grade Level: 9

This course offers students a balanced literacy approach to reading, grammar, composition, and

vocabulary studies. This course moves at a faster pace than English Language Arts 9. Study

skills and effective communication are an integral part of this course. Research skills necessary

for high school and college are introduced and developed.


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001142 – ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 9 Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9

This course offers students a balanced literacy approach to reading, grammar, composition, and

vocabulary studies. Study skills and effective communication are an integral part of this course.

Research skills necessary for high school and college are introduced and developed.

Prerequisites: None



Grade Level 10

Literary studies will consist of a chronological sequence of American literature from 1600 to the

present, and will make students skilled readers capable of handling the most demanding mature

reading matter. Composition and grammar units will develop skills in expository, descriptive,

narrative, and persuasive writing needed for college.

Prerequisites: English Language Arts 9; Student Advancement Recommendations


Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 10

The course is made up of four sections: (1) basic writing and usage, which will improve your

writing and grammar skills, (2) speech communications, which will develop your skills in clear

and effective communication, (3) vocabulary development, which is intended to improve your

command of words on various levels, and (4) literature and reading skills, which will help you to

improve your skills in ordinary reading as well as in reading works of literary merit. This course

moves at a faster pace than English Language Arts 10. The selections for study will include a

novel, a play, non-fiction selections, short stories, and science fiction. Research skills necessary

for college are further developed.



Credits: 5

Grade Level: 10

This course is required of all sophomores who are not in the Accelerated or Advanced Program.

The course is made up of four sections: (1) basic writing and usage, which will improve your

writing and grammar skills, (2) speech communications, which will develop your skills in clear

and effective communication, (3) vocabulary development, which is intended to improve your

command of words on various levels, and (4) literature and reading skills, which will help you to

improve your skills in ordinary reading as well as in reading works of literary merit. The

selections for study will include a novel, a play, non-fiction selections, short stories, and science

fiction. Research skills necessary for college are further developed.

Prerequisites: English Language Arts 9

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001138 – ADVANCED PLACEMENT LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION Course Length: Year

Credits: 5 (AP)

Grade Level: 11

Advanced Placement English: Language and Composition is an introductory college-level

course for the advanced, self-motivated student. Depending on the results of the AP Test,

administered during the month of May, college credits may be earned. Through the reading and

analysis of prose written in a variety of periods, disciplines, and contexts, the goal of the course

is to develop students into skilled readers and writers, functioning at a college level. Both

reading and writing will increase the awareness and sensitivity of the interaction between

authorial purpose, audience, and subject, along with the conventions and the resources of

language. The Language and Composition course emphasizes rhetorical analysis along with

expository, analytical, argumentative, and research-based writings; active discussion and

participation are expected. In addition, writings and class discussions will demonstrate the

recognition of how authors from across time periods, cultures, and disciplines strategically use

rhetoric. Students are strongly recommended to participate in the Advanced Placement

College Credit Exam.




Grade Level: 11

Advanced ELA 11 will examine diverse composition techniques and theories and include writing

argumentative, creative, expository, persuasive, and reflective essays; a selection of the most

influential British literature of the past millennium will be read. Daily writing, nightly reading,

weekly quizzes, papers, projects, presentations, and HSPA-preparatory activities will be

required.



Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 11

This course is designed to develop skills in expository writing, proper grammar and usage,

literature and reading skills, spelling and vocabulary development, and oral communication and

expression. This course moves at a faster pace than English Language Arts 11.


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Credits: 5

Grade Level: 11

This course is required of all juniors who are not in the Accelerated or Advanced Program. This

course is designed to develop skills in expository writing, proper grammar and usage, literature

and reading skills, spelling and vocabulary development, and oral communication and

expression.


001137 – ADVANCED PLACEMENT LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION Course Length: Year

Credits: 5 (AP)

Grade Level: 12

Advanced Placement English: Literature and Composition is an introductory college-level

course for the advanced, self-motivated student. Depending on the results of the AP test,

administered during the month of May, college credits may be earned. This course will develop

each student’s ability to become a skilled reader of British, American, and World prose and

poetry written in a variety of periods. Beginning with the Greeks then to be the sixteenth century

through contemporary times, students will read, analyze, and write about the novels, short

stories, drama, essays, and poetry, making clear the interaction between authorial purpose,

audience need, subject matter, generic conventions, and the resources of language: diction,

syntax, tone, organization, and figurative language. The course emphasizes analytical and

research-based writing. Annotation and explication of texts are required and will inform a

requirement of any college-level course: active discussion and participation. In addition, each

student will demonstrate, both in writing and through discussion, the recognition of how authors

from different periods, cultures, and disciplines suite their rhetorical and figurative choices to

particular aims. Students are strongly recommended to participate in the Advanced

Placement College Credit Exam.


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Grade Level: 12

The primary purpose of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to seek their own

answers to the great philosophical questions which give meaning to life. The course is organized

on the basis of questions, relating to truth, justice, greatness, fate and free will, nature, good and

evil, love and hate, and self identity. The course materials, which represent an interdisciplinary

approach to these questions, are selections from social documents, literature, art, and music of

the world in general and of two representative urban societies, Golden Age Athens and

Renaissance Florence. The principal course outcomes for the student include the following: 1)

greater ability to think and solve problems from his/her use of the process of inquiry; 2) greater

awareness of and a (possible) change in his/her values from his/her exposure to values different

from his/her own; and 3) greater understanding of humanity from his/her experiences with the

great ideas of all time.



Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 12

This course is designed to develop skills in expository, narrative, descriptive, and persuasive

writing; proper grammar and usage; literature and reading skills; spelling and vocabulary

development; and oral communication and expression. This course moves at a faster pace than

English Language Arts 12.



Credits: 5

Grade Level: 12

This course is required of all seniors who are not in the Accelerated or Advanced Program. This

course is designed to develop skills in expository, narrative, descriptive, and persuasive writing;

proper grammar and usage; literature and reading skills; spelling and vocabulary development;

and oral communication and expression.


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001120 – CREATIVE WRITING Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

In this course, students are expected to read, discuss, write about, and create works of fiction and

nonfiction. Students will complete homework reading assignments in the course textbook,

complete quizzes and tests based on textbook material, and write a minimum of 8-10 pages per

week of fiction, poetry, drama, and creative nonfiction, depending on the unit of study, plus a

daily journal that will be graded periodically for usage. Students will be encouraged to

participate in Calliope, the high school’s literary magazine, as contributors and/or editors.

Prerequisites: Students must have earned at least a B average in their previous year’s ELA

course. This course is open to students who have expressed a strong interest in writing.

001126 – MYTHOLOGY Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

It’s said that man must have his myths in order to survive in this world. Mythology will

emphasize the classic Greek and Roman myths as well as those of Asiatic, African, and Native

American origin. And who’s to prevent you from talking about modern-day myths? They’re still

around; only the names have been changed to keep pace with the times.

Prerequisites: None

001129 – PUBLIC SPEAKING AND DEBATE Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Debate offers you the chance to participate in an organized form of argument. It involves

working in teams, taking opposing views on controversial topics, researching these topics, and

finally, by following the rules of a formal debate, convincing others that your point of view is

better. You’ll find that debating means not only thinking and speaking, but also listening, for it

is not always what the opposing team says, but rather what it fails to say that can win the

argument for you. Are you tired of arguing without winning? Take debate and learn to argue

sensibly; then watch as people pay attention to what you say. Get the point?

Prerequisites: None

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001113 – S.A.T. PREPARATION Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12

The S.A.T. Preparation course is for any student who plans to attend an institution of higher

learning. The curriculum includes a diagnostic pre-test to assess weaknesses, individualized

practice using a computer, group practice of verbal and mathematics skills, and a post-test. The

course should enable students to reduce test anxiety, increase their confidence and achieve higher

scores.

Prerequisites: Language Arts Literacy 9, Algebra I, Geometry and currently enrolled in or

completed Algebra II

001108 –ELA Lab

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 10

The purpose of this course is to prepare 10th grade students to pass the English Language

Arts/Literacy section of the NJSLA Assessment in grade 10, and to strengthen the necessary

skills to be proficient in ELA core class assessments. The focus of this course is to strengthen

the ELA skills of our students in critical reading and writing. Composing, editing and revising

skills will be emphasized within the context of the writing component, with a focus on narrative,

explanatory and argumentative writing styles. The reading component will focus on the literal

and inferential comprehension of narrative, workplace, argumentative, and informal texts.

Academic vocabulary, test taking strategies, study skills and goal setting will also be

emphasized.

Prerequisites: State/District Assessment Scores & ELA Teacher Recommendation

Credits in this course do not fulfill the English Language Arts requirement for graduation.

001109 – ELA SENIOR PORTFOLIO Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 12

The purpose of this course is to prepare 12th grade students to pass the English Language

Arts/Literacy section of a state mandated test to meet the current high school graduation

requirement. The successful completion of a state mandated test is a graduation requirement for

the state of New Jersey. Along with building a strong foundation in test taking strategies, the

course will also provide enrichment to strengthen a student’s writing skills and their critical

analysis ability. The course will also aide in strengthening the necessary skills to be proficient

in ELA core class assignments and assessments. Composing, editing and revising skills will be

emphasized within the context of the writing component, with a focus on narrative, explanatory

and argumentative writing styles. The reading component will focus on the literal and inferential

comprehension of narrative, workplace, argumentative, and informal texts. Academic

vocabulary, test taking strategies, study skills and goal setting will also be emphasized.

Prerequisites: ELA Teacher Recommendation, ELA NJSLA proficiency & District Assessment

Scores

Credits in this course do not fulfill the English Language Arts requirement for graduation.

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001107 – FUNCTIONAL ELA

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5.0

Grade Level: 9,10,11,12

One of the main goals of this class is to provide opportunities for students to apply their reading

and writing skills in everyday situations. Topics include literacy techniques, professionalism,

writing resumes, applying for a job, and interview skills.

Pre-requisites: Recommendation Only

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300003 – ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

ESL I is designed for students meeting the description of WIDA English Language Proficiency

Levels 1 and 2. Students engage in listening, speaking, reading, and writing English through an

integrated language arts curriculum using core curriculum materials for English Language

Acquisition (ELA) and other supplemental materials. Building both on their prior knowledge

and on newly introduced material, they prepare to meet the demands of their academic content

classes. They become familiar with the culture and structure of an American high school and the

community. Placement is made following assessment by the ESL teacher. This course may be

used as one world language requirement. This course may be repeated.

Prerequisites: English Language Proficiency Test/Teacher Recommendation

300006 – ENGLISH AS SECOND LANGUAGE (High Intensity)

Course Length: Year

Credits: 0

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

ESL High Intensity is designed for students that need further English Language support.

Students continue to engage in listening, speaking, reading and writing English using core

curriculum materials for ELA and other supplemental materials. Using an integrated approach to

language study, students increase their vocabulary and understanding of the structure of English.

This course may be continued throughout high school as needed based on ESL teacher

recommendations and Access for ELL’s score.

Prerequisites: English Language Proficiency Test/Teacher Recommendation

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MATHEMATICS

PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT The objective of the Mathematics Department is to prepare all students for their present and

future educational as well as practical mathematical needs. The Mathematics Department strives

to develop students’ ability to problem solve and reason, communicate and represent

mathematical ideas, perform computational processes and make connections while seeing the

value of mathematics as a useful and worthwhile area of study.

PROGRAM OF STUDIES The mathematics curriculum consists of courses designed to help the students learn to think in an

analytical fashion. Provisions are made for instruction to meet the basic and specialized

mathematics needs of the students. All students will be required to successfully complete a

minimum of three years of mathematics as a requirement for graduation which should include

Algebra I and Geometry prior to any course such as College Math, Trigonometry/Advanced

Mathematics or higher.

Courses are recommended as follows:

SCIENCE, MATH, ENGINEERING LIBERAL ARTS AND BUSINESS Advanced Algebra I Algebra I

Advanced Geometry Geometry

Advanced Algebra II Algebra II

Advanced Pre-calculus Trigonometry/Advanced Math

Advanced or AP Calculus (Level AB) College Math

AP Statistics

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FOR MATHEMATICS

001316 – ADVANCED ALGEBRA I Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Advanced Algebra I provides the students with more depth into the topics of Algebra I, including

a faster pace and more difficult problems. Advanced Algebra I is for those students who are

above average in the math abilities. Advanced Algebra I is generally offered to freshmen who

have demonstrated an accelerated ability in previous grade level math scores, and standardized

test scores.

Prerequisites: Advanced Algebra I is generally offered to freshmen who have demonstrated an

accelerated ability in previous grade level math scores and standardized test scores.

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001318 – ACCELERATED ALGEBRA I

Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

The key content involves writing, solving, and graphing linear and quadratic equations, including

systems of two linear equations in two unknowns. Quadratic equations are solved by factoring,

completing the square, graphically, or by application of the quadratic formula. The course also

includes study of monomial and polynomial expressions, inequalities, exponents, functions,

rational expressions, ratio, and proportion. Algebraic skills are applied in a wide variety of

problem-solving situations. This Algebra course dives deeper and at a faster pace than the

Algebra I (001314) course.

The next courses in the math sequence are Geometry and Algebra II.

Prerequisites: 91 in Foundational Algebra or Student Advancement Recommendations from

Math 8

001314 – ALGEBRA I Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

The key content involves writing, solving, and graphing linear and quadratic equations, including

systems of two linear equations in two unknowns. Quadratic equations are solved by factoring,

completing the square, graphically, or by application of the quadratic formula. The course also

includes study of monomial and polynomial expressions, inequalities, exponents, functions,

rational expressions, ratio, and proportion. Algebraic skills are applied in a wide variety of

problem-solving situations.

Prerequisites: Successful Completion of Foundational Algebra or Student Advancement

Recommendations

001305 – FOUNDATIONAL ALGEBRA Course Length: Full Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9 - 12

The Foundational Algebra course emphasizes the language of algebra and problem solving with

emphasis on the concepts necessary to be successful in Algebra I and II. Various approaches

will be used including properties and operations within the real number system, proportional

reasoning with similarity, rates and ratios, algebraic expressions, equations and inequalities.

Students will solve real-world and mathematical problems utilizing formulas for two- and three-

dimensional figures. This course will serve as an introduction to the foundations and concepts

found in Algebra I.

Prerequisites: Previous level math grade/assessment performance, teacher recommendations,

standardized test and benchmark results in mathematics.

001338 – ADVANCED GEOMETRY Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

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Advanced Geometry is a course in mathematical logic and deductive reasoning. Topics in two

and three dimensions will be covered. All the material in Geometry will be included, in addition

to constructions, coordinate geometry, transformations, and mathematical proofs of theorems.

Prerequisites: Algebra I/Student Advancement Recommendations

001339 – ACCELERATED GEOMETRY

Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This is a college prep course in mathematical logic that develops a student’s ability to use

deductive and inductive reasoning. Each general topic starts by introducing the special

terminology that is the groundwork for everything that follows. Basic assumed truths are

developed, using the special terminology, and are used to prove theorems. A strong background

in Algebra I is needed to be able to solve problems applying geometric concepts. By focusing on

abilities to create strategies for problem solving, the student is better prepared for the SATs. This

Geometry course dives deeper and at a faster pace than the Geometry (001333) course.

Prerequisites: Algebra I

001333 – GEOMETRY Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This is a college prep course in mathematical logic that develops a student’s ability to use

deductive and inductive reasoning. Each general topic starts by introducing the special

terminology that is the groundwork for everything that follows. Basic assumed truths are

developed, using the special terminology, and are used to prove theorems. A strong background

in Algebra I is needed to be able to solve problems applying geometric concepts. By focusing on

abilities to create strategies for problem solving, the student is better prepared for the SATs.

Prerequisites: Algebra I

001320 – ADVANCED ALGEBRA II Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Advanced Algebra II goes into more depth than Algebra II, with more difficult problems and a

faster pace. It is recommended for students who have excelled in Algebra I and who desire to

complete the advanced mathematics program (Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus) and those

who plan to continue academic studies in college. The course further develops the skills

introduced in the first year of algebra, with an emphasis on speed, accuracy, and content theory.

It then proceeds to more advanced topics, including radicals, and complex numbers and

logarithms. Advanced Algebra II provides students with foundation for Pre-Calculus and

Calculus.


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001321 – ACCELERATED ALGEBRA II

Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Algebra II is an essential part of preparing students who are going to college. It is recommended

for students who have successfully completed Algebra I and Geometry with a B or higher, and

who are planning to further their education. The course further develops the skills introduced in

the first year of algebra, with an emphasis on deeper procedural knowledge, content theory, and

problem solving skills. Students then proceed to more advanced topics, including radicals,

complex numbers and logarithms. Algebra II provides students with the opportunity to improve

the mathematical skills needed for many fields of study. This Algebra II course dives deeper and

at a faster pace than the Algebra II (001315) course.

Prerequisites: B in Algebra I and Geometry unless taking Geometry and Algebra II

concurrently/Teacher Recommendation

001315 – ALGEBRA II Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Algebra II is an essential part of preparing students who are going to college. It is recommended

for students who have successfully completed Algebra I with a C or higher, and who are

planning to further their education. The course further develops the skills introduced in the first

year of algebra, with an emphasis on deeper procedural knowledge, content theory, and problem

solving skills. Students then proceed to more advanced topics, including radicals, complex

numbers and logarithms. Algebra II provides students with the opportunity to improve the

mathematical skills needed for many fields of study.

Prerequisites: Successful Completion of Algebra I and Geometry

001332 – TRIGONOMETRY/ADVANCED MATHEMATICS

Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 11, 12

The first semester of the course will provide an in-depth study of trigonometric functions and

their applications. The topics covered will help students prepare for success in both Precalculus

and Calculus. The second semester of this course will cover topics that will be beneficial to

students in a college algebra course. Beginning with a review of algebra, the course progresses

to power, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions, while also covering basic

matrix operations.

Prerequisites: Algebra II

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001322 – ADVANCED PRECALCULUS Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 11, 12

The goal of Precalculus is to further prepare students for upcoming Calculus courses. Topics

include all types of functions and their graphs and important characteristics, sequences, series,

counting methods and probability as well as trigonometry, matrices, systems of equations and

conic sections. Throughout the course emphasis is placed on learning notation and proper ways

to express mathematical concepts while synthesizing information. A graphing calculator is

required.

Prerequisites: 91 or higher in Algebra II/Student Advancement Recommendations

001327 – ADVANCED PLACEMENT CALCULUS (LEVEL AB) Course Length: Year

Credits: 5 (AP)

Grade Level: 12

This course is intended for students who have a thorough knowledge of college preparatory

mathematics – algebra, axiomatic geometry, trigonometry, and analytic geometry (rectangular

and polar coordinates, equations and graphs, lines, and conics). The Advanced Placement

Calculus course is comparable to courses taken in college and universities. It is expected that

students who take an AP course in Calculus will seek college credit or placement, or both, from

institutions of higher learning. Students are strongly recommended to participate in the

Advanced Placement College Credit Exam. Prerequisites: Precalculus and Student Advancement Recommendations

001326 – ADVANCED CALCULUS Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 12

The study of calculus involves three distinct stages of mathematics: precalculus, the limit

process, and new calculus formulations (including derivatives and integrals). The course is

designed for students with interests in engineering, economics, life sciences, mathematics, and

the physical sciences. Students completing this calculus course will have a strong background in

the subject area, allowing them to be successful in calculus courses taken at institutions of higher

learning.

Prerequisites: Algebra II/Precalculus/Student Advancement Recommendations

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001113 – S.A.T. PREPARATION Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5


The S.A.T. Preparation course is for any student who plans to attend an institution of higher

learning and has to take the College Boards. The curriculum includes a diagnostic pre-test to

assess weaknesses, individualized practice using a computer, group practice of verbal and

mathematics skills, and a post-test. The course should enable students to reduce test anxiety,

increase their confidence, and achieve higher scores on the College Boards.

Prerequisites: Language Arts Literacy 9, Algebra I, Geometry, and currently enrolled in or

completed Algebra II

001307 – Math Lab Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9 - 12

This course is designed for students in grades 9 – 12 who are in need of basic math instruction in

Algebra I based upon performance on the NJSLA Algebra I assessment and multiple criteria

developed by the Deptford Township School District and the New Jersey Department of

Education. Students receive an adaptation of the Algebra I curriculum after they have taken the

Algebra I curriculum and NJSLA Algebra I exam. The goal is for students to receive

remediation and review of the algebra skills learned in Algebra I and to retake the NJSLA

Algebra I exam upon the completion of the NJSLA Algebra course.

Prerequisites: Basic skills considerations, previous level math grade/assessment performance,

teacher recommendations, standardized test results in mathematics (NJSLA).

001342 – COLLEGE MATHEMATICS Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 12

This is a course designed to help prepare the students for the Accuplacer for a graduation

requirement and/or for attendance at a community college. The course reviews the fundamentals

of basic mathematics and basic college-level algebra beginning with a review of some essential

computational skills with signed numbers and fractions and moving on to the fundamentals of

algebra. Students will be provided with the necessary preparation to demonstrate proficiency on

college mathematics entrance exams through the review of many core skills and mathematical

processes. Calculators will not be used in this course.

Prerequisites: This course is reserved for students who have not yet met their graduation

requirements.

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001345 – ADVANCED PLACEMENT STATISTICS

Course Length: Year

Credits 5 (AP)

Grade Level: 11, 12

The purpose of the AP course in Statistics is to introduce students to the major concepts and

tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four

broad conceptual themes: Exploring Data, Sampling and Experimentation, Anticipating

Patterns, and Statistical Inference. It is expected that students who take an AP course in

Statistics will seek college credit or placement, or both, from institutions of higher learning.

Students are strongly recommended to participate in the Advanced Placement College

Credit Exam.

Note: AP Statistics also has a strong focus on reading and writing skills. Students will apply

these skills to analyze and interpret data and translate information into written reports and

narratives of results.

Prerequisites: Algebra II and Student Advancement Recommendations

001369 – FUNCTIONAL MATH Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 11, 12

One of the main goals of this class is to provide opportunities for students to apply their math

and critical thinking skills in everyday situations. Topics include instruction in the areas of

calculator skills, tables, graphs, charts, using money, maintaining a checking account, time

concepts, time cards, paychecks, shopping, and measurements.

Pre-requisites: Recommendation Only

001308 – SENIOR MATH PORTFOLIO

Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 12

The purpose of this course is to prepare 12th grade students to pass the Mathematics section of a

state mandated test to meet the current high school graduation requirement. The successful

completion of a state mandated test is a graduation requirement for the state of New Jersey.

Along with building a strong foundation in test taking strategies, the course will also provide

enrichment to strengthen a student’s mathematics skills and their critical analysis ability. The

course will also aide in strengthening the necessary skills to be proficient in mathematics core

class assignments and assessments. Academic vocabulary, test taking strategies, study skills and

goal setting will also be emphasized.

Prerequisites: Mathematics Teacher Recommendation, Mathematics NJSLA proficiency &

District Assessment Scores

Credits in this course do not fulfill the math requirement for graduation.

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NAVY JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICERS TRAINING CORPS (NJROTC)

PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT The NJROTC program is designed to build leadership, scholarship and citizenship in

participating cadets. This is intended to be done through a broad social-science academic

approach and practical, guided leadership experience in naval organization and administration of

the unit.

PROGRAM OF STUDIES The curriculum consists of four courses emphasizing leadership, service, citizenship, and the

relationship of the seas to American History, world geography, technology, international

relations, and economics.

INFORMATION OF NOTE The Navy provides cadets with uniforms, books and training aides. Cadets are required to wear

their uniform to school one day each cycle. Although not a requirement, participation in

extracurricular activities such as color guard, drill teams, air rifle team, and academic and

physical fitness teams is encouraged.

There is no military obligation associated with this program.

Successful completion of a NJROTC course meets the 5 credit requirement for 21st Century Life

and Careers/Career-Technical Education.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FOR NJROTC

002003 – NAVAL SCIENCE I Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This first-year course within the NJROTC program is designed to provide students with basic

information based on current Chief of Naval Education and Training instructions. All students

will learn military drill and ceremonies, uniform regulations, physical fitness, orienteering,

principles of health, first aid, and survival. Character development, citizenship, and moral ethics

are core to the unit and facilitated throughout the year.

Prerequisites: None

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002004 – NAVAL SCIENCE II Course Length: Year

Credits: 5


This course is designed to provide a sound appreciation for the heritage and traditions of

America, with a firm knowledge of maritime geography and recognition of the historical

significance of sea power. It also further enhances leadership and citizenship skills. The second

year in NJROTC develops in each cadet a growing sense of pride in his/her organization,

associates, and self.

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Naval Science I

Note: Naval Science II and Naval Science III are offered in alternate years.

Naval Science II in 2020-2021

Naval Science III in 2021-2022

002005 – NAVAL SCIENCE III Course Length: Year

Credits: 5


This course covers the topics of Military Justice, International Law and the Sea, and some

National Strategy. Also covered are Naval Weapons: Gunnery, Guided Missiles, and Mines.

This year in NJROTC is designed to broaden the understanding of leadership and discipline, the

concept and significance of teamwork, the intrinsic value of good order and discipline in the

accomplishments of objectives.

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Naval Science I

Note: Naval Science II and Naval Science III are offered in alternate years.

Naval Science II in 2020-2021

Naval Science III in 2021-2022

002006 – NAVAL SCIENCE IV Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 12

This course covers the development of practical leadership on both the individual and group

level. The students will study various philosophies, theories, and models of leadership. They

will develop goals, motivational techniques, and activities for groups. The seniors involved in

the course will be in leadership roles and will analyze their decisions and successes throughout

the year. Classroom activities will include seminars, reading assignments, presentations,

practical work with young cadets, and above all else, lead by example.

Prerequisites: Completion of Naval Science I, II, and III and Teacher Recommendation

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PERSONALIZED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES (PLO)

PLO is designed for students who want the opportunity to earn credits outside of Deptford

Township High School. Seniors accepted into the PLO are dismissed for the day once their class

requirements for graduation are fulfilled. PLO activities take place on the student’s own time,

after leaving school. PLO is a semester program that can be taken one or both semesters of the

senior year. The student’s guidance counselor oversees their progress in PLO.

Seniors apply for PLO during their junior year. Students who wish to apply for PLO must meet

the following criteria:

Meet or exceed graduation requirements (to date) at the end of their junior year

Miss 10 or fewer school days during their junior year

Maintain good student standing at the end of their junior year

Submit an application available from the high school website or the guidance department

Provide documentation showing intended participation in the program by May 15th of

their junior year

Provide documentation showing successful completion by June 1st of their senior year

Provide their own transportation

Indicate interest in PLO during course selection process

Students must choose from the six options below to participate in the PLO:

002051 – APPRENTICESHIP/TRAINING FOR CAREER


Credits: 2.5 (Pass/Fail)

Grade Level: 12

Interested in starting your career early? Learn on-the-job skills needed to succeed in your chosen

field. This is not co-operative education (co-op). Students cannot be paid for their time. To

qualify for this part of the Senior Option program, students must find a skilled technician willing

to take them as an apprentice. Sixty hours of training per semester will earn students 2.5 high

school credits. Training must take place during the student’s own time, and the student must

provide his/her own transportation. Students must submit documentation that they will be

working as an apprentice or trainee in their chosen field by May 15th of their junior year.

Students must also submit a log of apprenticeship hours signed by their trainer at the high school

interim and the end of each marking period. Students submit these logs to their guidance

counselors. Apprenticeship/training is assessed on a pass/fail basis.

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002060 – COLLEGE COURSES


Credits: 5 (AP)

Grade Level: 12

Do you want to get a jump-start on your college career? Are you not sure what field you want to

pursue when you “grow up?” Are you interested in a subject not offered at Deptford High

School? Take a college course. Courses must meet on the student’s own time. Three-credit

college courses are worth five high school credits. Students are responsible for their expenses

(tuition, books, etc.) and transportation. Students must submit documentation of registration in a

college course by May 15th of their junior year. Students must submit documentation of passing

the college course to receive 5 high school credits. The college grade will be transferred to

the high school transcript, with the weight of an AP course. Students can take as many

college courses as they choose.

Prerequisites: A cumulative grade point average of 88 or higher after the midway point of 11th

grade year

002025 –TEACHER ASSISTANT PROGRAM Course Length: Year

Credits: 7.5

Grade Level: 11, 12

This course is for students interested in a career in education. Students in this program will be

placed in a supervised early childhood, elementary, and high school classroom, in the Deptford

School District. Students will be transported to the school to work under the direction of a

certified teacher. Students will develop an understanding of teaching and learning styles.

Students will develop skills in lesson planning, the use of multiple instructional strategies, and

assessment of learners. Through classroom observation and hands-on experience, students will

develop classroom management skills and their own philosophy of teaching. This course is an

excellent transition into the teaching profession. Students will apply knowledge about and

engage in the process of career awareness, exploration, and preparation in order to navigate the

globally competitive work environment of the information age.

Prerequisites: Students must complete an application with two letters of recommendation, with

their course selection form to turn in to their counselor. Students must have satisfactory grades,

good attendance, and excellent disciplinary record

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002069 - ONLINE RCGC COURSES


Credits: 5 (AP)

Grade Level: 11, 12

Explore your options or fill academy requirements. The choice is yours. This course is for

students that need to take Nutrition, Patient Care, or Pharmacology for the Allied Health

Academy OR for students who want to try an RCGC online course at their own pace. You will

have space in your schedule and at the school to do just that. Three-credit college courses are

worth five high school credits. Students are responsible for their expenses (tuition, books, etc.).

Students must submit documentation of registration in a college course by May 15th of their

sophomore or junior year. Students must submit documentation of passing the college course to

receive 5 high school credits. The college grade will be transferred to the high school transcript,

with the weight of an AP course. Students can take as many college courses as they choose.

Prerequisites: A cumulative grade point average of 88 or higher after the midway point of 10th

and 11th grade year.

002052 – SENIOR INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP

Course length: Semester


Grade Level: 12

Thinking of becoming a teacher? Excel in a particular subject? Enter into an instructional

leadership agreement with a certified teacher to work under their direction within their

classroom. Students who choose this option will serve as a peer tutor for students who need help

in a particular subject. Serving as a peer tutor will enable instructional leaders to begin to

develop an understanding of teaching and learning styles as well as their own philosophy of

teaching. This course is an excellent transition into the teaching profession. Students will apply

knowledge about and engage in the process of career awareness, exploration, and preparation in

order to navigate the globally competitive work environment of the information age. Senior

Instructional Leadership is assessed on a pass/fail basis.

Prerequisites: Seniors who choose this option must submit a completed Senior Instructional

Leadership application to the Guidance Office with their course selection form. They must also

include a letter of recommendation from the teacher they wish to assist. Students must have

satisfactory grades, good attendance, an excellent disciplinary record, passed all state tests

required for graduation and earned a grade of A or B in the course they wish to act as an

instructional leader.

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002070 - AVID INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP

Course length: Semester


Grade Level: 12

Do you have good communication skills? Are you a strong leader that can effectively

collaborate? Then you should enter into an instructional leadership agreement with a certified

AVID teacher to work under their direction within their classroom. Students who choose this

option will have the opportunity to support AVID’s mission of closing the achievement gap by

preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society. Students will serve

as a peer tutor for students who need help in a particular subject during tutorology. Serving as a

peer tutor will enable instructional leaders to begin to develop an understanding of various levels

of questioning within Costa’s levels and deepen their critical thinking skills. This course is an

excellent transition into the collaboration style of college. AVID Instructional Leadership is

assessed on a pass/fail basis.

Prerequisites: Student must either be (1) a current AVID student enrolled for at least two years

with a cumulative GPA of at least an 85 or above OR (2) a student with academic excellence and

in good student standing who has completed at least trigonometry or pre-calculus. Students who

choose this option must submit a completed AVID Instructional Leadership application to the

Guidance Office with their course selection form. They must also include a letter of

recommendation from the teacher. Students must have good attendance, an excellent

disciplinary record, and passed all state tests required for graduation.

002050 – VOLUNTEERISM/COMMUNITY SERVICE



Grade Level: 12

Enjoy helping people? Looking for a way to make a difference in the lives of others? Find

something you love to do, and volunteer. Possible volunteer organizations include local

hospitals, churches, homeless shelters, or animal shelters. Students must volunteer a minimum

of 60 hours to earn 2.5 high school credits for the semester. Volunteer hours must be scheduled

on the student’s own time, and the student must provide his/her own transportation.

Volunteerism cannot be paid work. It is the student’s responsibility to submit documentation

that he/she will be volunteering with a local charity or non-profit organization. The student must

submit a log of volunteer hours signed by an official of their sponsoring organization. This log

must be turned in to the student’s guidance counselor at the high school interim and the end of

each marking period. Volunteerism is assessed on a pass/fail basis.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION

HEALTH AND DRIVER EDUCATION

PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT It is the philosophy of this department to present a variety of topics and activities that will

encourage each student to take an active interest in their own health and welfare. We recognize

our responsibility to provide the opportunities and learning environment that will nurture self-

esteem, and provide a strong effort from each student for the purpose of investing their time and

energy now for a satisfactory quality of life in the future.

PROGRAM OF STUDIES Students are required to select Physical Education courses which are appropriate to their grade

level for the coming school year. These courses will combine team, individual, dual, and

recreational activities which will afford the student many varied activities during his/her years at

Deptford. A rigorous physical fitness program will also be administered in all levels and the

Presidential Physical Fitness Award Program will be used to determine levels of fitness in the

following areas: Curl-ups, Pull-ups, Shuttle Run, One-Mile Run/Walk and V-Sit Reach or Sit

and Reach. A series of optional tests may be included.

INFORMATION OF NOTE According to New Jersey State law, students are required to enroll and pass Physical Education

and Health for every year of enrollment in a New Jersey public high school.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION/

HEALTH/AND DRIVER EDUCATION

001009 – PHYSICAL EDUCATION/CYCLE A


Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This course has been designed to provide a variety of individual and team sports. Cycle A will

include Soccer, Softball, Tumbling, Volleyball I, Weight Training, and Physical Fitness Testing.

Prerequisites: None

001031 – HEALTH 9 Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9

Topics on personality development and human relationships, school health services, diseases,

ecology and addictive drugs will be covered. This course is required of all ninth grade students.

Prerequisites: None

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001008 – DRIVER EDUCATION/HEALTH 10 Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 10

The Theory of Driver Education will be taught in the classroom. It includes a practical study of

driving maneuvers and procedures. Also included is a comprehensive unit on the use and abuse

of drugs, alcohol, and tobacco; their physical and psychological effects in general, and their

adverse effects on the ability to drive in a safe manner. This course is required of all tenth grade

students.

Prerequisites: None


Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 11

This course is devoted to the study of human anatomy with emphasis placed on structure,

function, disorders of the body and their treatments. A unit on drugs and alcohol will also be

taught. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation instruction will be given. This course is required of all

eleventh grade students.

Prerequisites: None


Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 12

This course will include a study of the effects of drugs, alcohol, and narcotics. Also covered are

problems involving family living and adult life. This course is required of all twelfth grade

students.

Prerequisites: None

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A Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Curriculum

About PLTW and the Engineering Academy The PLTW Pathway to Engineering Program is a curriculum that is designed to encompass all four years of high school. Foundation courses are supplemented by a number of electives to create rigorous, relevant, reality-based courses.

Activities are hands-on and project-based. Students learn how to use the same industry-leading 3D design software that’s used by companies like Intel, Lockheed Martin and Pixar. They explore aerodynamics, astronautics and space life sciences. Hello, NASA. They apply biological and engineering concepts related to biomechanics – think robotics. Students design, test, and actually construct circuits and devices such as smartphones and tablets, and work collaboratively on class culminating projects.

Since PLTW believes engineering and technology are exciting careers, teachers will be trained in a teacher-friendly approach that involves students in the same team problem-solving activities used in college and industry. In addition, the skills learned in this program are applicable to any career field. If, however, a student decides engineering is not for him or her, the decision is made during high school and not later in college.

Students who complete the academy will have a multitude of choices for careers in the science,

technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.

Benefits of the academy include:

The opportunity to learn math, science, and technology in a hands-on, relevant way and explore

engineering and STEM careers before college.

The ability to receive college credit and admission as an increasing number of universities are

becoming affiliated with PLTW.

Increased analytical, problem solving, and team building skills to succeed in the 21st century.

Confidently incorporate Mathematics, Science, English/Language Arts, Public

Speaking/Presentation and Technology skills needed for personal and career success.

At the beginning of their junior year, students can select a track of engineering electives that are most

interest to them. We offer the following tracks for our 11th and 12th grade engineering students (12th

grade students get precedence for courses):

Digital/Computer Track Civil/Environmental Track

Digital Electronics (DE) Environmental Sustainability (ES)

Computer Science/Software Engineering (CSE) Civil Engineering and Architecture (CEA)

Biomedical Engineering Track

Principles of Biomedical Science

Medical Interventions

Biomedical Innovation

Environmental Sustainability

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Selection to the Academy

Due to the intense mathematics and science rigor of the curriculum, student selection to the academy is

competitive and based on several factors. Student selection is based on (but not limited to) the following

criteria:

District and State Standardized Test Scores

GPA (especially in Algebra I and Science)

Teacher Recommendations

Advanced Completion of Algebra I

Strong interests in: Math, Science, Technology, Design (especially Computer Design), and Art

Be able to: Work independently and in groups, think critically, work hard and dedicate time to

projects, SUBMIT WORK ONLINE.


Core Engineering Courses

001874 - Automated/Computer Aided Design (CAD)

Length of Time: Full Year

Number of Credits: 5 (Academy of Engineering weight)

This course is designed to provide first year students with basic skills in drafting. Students will

learn the basics of an interactive computer graphics system (C.A.D.) for preparing drawings and

plans and will be exposed to Revit software of Autodesk.

Students enrolled in the Engineering Academy must take this class as an elective since

the technology skills learned in this course will prepare them for future engineering

courses in the academy and in college.

Students enrolled in this course also have the option of earning AutoCAD (Autodesk)

certification at the end of the course. This certification can enhance the competitive edge

and reputation of individuals that adopt its use, while providing an industry-accepted

credential that students and professionals can use to achieve academic success and

advance their careers. Employers want to attract and retain well-qualified, ambitious

professionals who not only work hard, but also help them win new projects and gain

industry recognition. Certification will help students gain an industry-recognized

credential that helps prove their skill level.

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001880 – INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN (IED) Course Length: Year

Credits: 5 (Academy of Engineering weight)

Grade Level: 9 & 10

This course emphasizes the development of a design. Students use computer software to produce,

analyze and evaluate models of project solutions. They study the design concepts of form and

function, and then use state of the art technology to translate conceptual design into reproducible

products.

This course teaches students to:

Understand and apply the design process to solve various problems in a team setting;

Apply adaptive design concepts in developing sketches, features, parts and assemblies;

Interpret their own sketches in using computer software to design models;

Understand mass property calculations-such as volume, density, mass, surface area, moment

of inertia, product of inertia, radii of gyration, principal axis and principle moments-and how

they are used to evaluate a parametric model;

Understand cost analysis, quality control, staffing needs, packing and product marketing;

Explore career opportunities in design engineering and understand what skills and education

these jobs require; and

Develop portfolios and engineer’s notebooks to display their designs and present them

properly to peers, instructors and professionals.

Prerequisites: Selection to Engineering Academy.

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001881 – PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING (POE) Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 10 & 11

This course provides an overview of engineering and engineering technology. Students develop

problem-solving skills by tackling real-world engineering problems. Through theory and

practical hands-on experiences, students address the emerging social and political consequences

of technological change.

The course of study includes:

Overview and Perspective of Engineering. Students learn about the types of engineers and their

contributions to society.

Design Process. Students learn about problem solving and how products are developed to

include how engineers work in teams.

Communication and Documentation. Students collect and categorize data, produce graphic

representations, keep and engineer’s notebook and make written and oral presentations.

Engineering Systems. Students learn about the mechanical, electrical, fluid and pneumatic and

control systems.

Statics. Students learn about measurement, scalars and vectors, equilibrium, structural analysis,

and strength of materials.

Materials and Materials Testing. Students learn the categories and properties of materials, how

materials are shaped and joined, and material testing.

Thermodynamics. Students will learn about units and forms of energy, energy conversion, cycles,

efficiency and energy loss, and conservation techniques.

Engineering Quality and Reliability. Students will use precision measurement tools to gather and

apply statistics for quality and process control. Students will also learn about reliability,

redundancy, risk analysis, factors of safety, and liability and ethics.

Dynamics. Students will be introduced to linear and trajectory motion.

Prerequisites: Selection to Engineering Academy, successful completion (80% or better) of IED.

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Deptford High School Academy of Engineering Specialty Track *PLTW Specialty Courses*

Track: COMPUTER SCIENCE

001882 – DIGITAL ELECTRONICS (DE) Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 11 or 12

This course introduces students to applied digital logic, key elements of careers in engineering

and engineering technology. This course explores the smart circuits found in watches,

calculators, video games, and computers. Students use industry standard computer software in

testing and analyzing digital circuitry. They design circuits to solve problems, export their

designs to a printed circuit auto-routing program that generates printed circuit boards, and use

appropriate components to build their designs. Students use mathematics and science in solving

real-world engineering problems.

This course covers several topics including:

Analog and digital fundamentals;

Number systems and binary addition;

Logic gates and functions;

Boolean algebra and circuit design; and

Decoders, multiplexers and demultiplexers.

Prerequisites: Selection to Engineering Academy, successful completion (80 or better) of IED &

POE.

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001886 – COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES (CSP) Course Length: Year

Credits: 5 (AP)


Open doors in any career with computer science! In CSP, students create apps for mobile

devices, automate tasks in a variety of languages, and find patterns in data. Students collaborate

to create and present solutions that can improve people’s lives, and weigh the ethical and societal

issues of how computing and connectivity are changing the world. This course aligns with the

AP Computer Science Course.

CSP does not aim to teach mastery of a single programming language but aims instead to

develop computational thinking, to generate excitement about the field of computing, and to

introduce computational tools that foster creativity. CSP also aims to build students’ awareness

of the tremendous demand for computer specialists and for professionals in all fields and related

STEM fields who have computational skills. Each unit focuses on one or more computationally

intensive career paths. The course also aims to engage students to consider issues raised by the

present and future societal impact of computing.

Students practice problem solving with structured activities and progress to open-ended projects

and problems that require them to develop planning, documentation, communication, and other

professional skills. Problems aim for ground-level entry with no ceiling so that all students can

successfully engage the problems. Students with greater motivation, ability, or background

knowledge will be challenged to work further.

**Students are encouraged to take the AP Computer Science Principles exam at the end of

the course (but are not required to).

Prerequisites: Selection to Engineering Academy, successful completion (80 or better) of IED &

POE and other previous Academy of Engineering Courses.

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Track: Civil/Environmental Engineering

001884 – ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY (ES) Course Length: Year



In ES, students investigate and design solutions in response to real-world challenges related to

clean and abundant drinking water, food supply issues, and renewable energy. Applying their

knowledge through hands-on activities and simulations, students’ research and design potential

solutions to these true-to-life challenges.

ES is a relatively new and rapidly developing discipline that involves manipulating living

organisms or parts of living organisms to create products useful to humans. Bioengineering is a

sensitive and complicated type of engineering due to the moral and ethical decisions related to

using living organisms. It is different from other traditional engineering disciplines, which

primarily utilize non-living materials and processes.

In this course students will specifically look at how environmental and biological engineering of

organisms can be used to provide environmentally friendly and sustainable solutions to ensure

food security for a growing world population; provide affordable, renewable energy; and provide

clean, safe drinking water.

This course of study includes:

Environmental Sustainability for a Better Tomorrow

Insuring Safe and Abundant Water

Food Security

Renewable Fuels

Prerequisites: Selection to Engineering Academy, successful completion (80 or better) of IED.

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001885 – CIVIL ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE (CEA) Course Length: Year



The major focus of the Civil Engineering and Architecture (CEA) course is a long-term project

that involves the development of a local property site. As students learn about various aspects of

civil engineering and architecture, they apply what they learn to the design and development of

this property. The course provides freedom to the teacher and students to develop the property as

a simulation or to students to model the real-world experiences that civil engineers and architects

experience when developing property.

The CEA course is intended to serve as a specialization course within the PLTW sequence. The

course is structured to enable all students to have a variety of experiences that will provide an

overview of both fields. Students work in teams, exploring hands-on projects and activities to

learn the characteristics of civil engineering and architecture.

In addition, students use Rivet, which is a state of the art 3-D design software package from

AutoDesk, to help them design solutions to solve their major course project. Students learn about

documenting their project, solving problems, and communicating their solutions to their peers

and members of the professional community of civil engineering and architecture.

The course of study includes:

The Roles of Civil Engineers and Architects

Project Planning

Site Planning

Building Design

Project Documentation and Presentation

Prerequisites: Selection to Engineering Academy, successful completion (80% or better) of IED &

POE and other previous Academy of Engineering Courses.

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Academy of Biomedical Sciences and NURSING/Allied Health

About PLTW and the academy

The PLTW Biomedical Sciences (BMS) Program is a sequence of courses,

all aligned with appropriate national learning standards, which follows a

proven hands-on, real-world problem-solving approach to learning. Students explore the

concepts of human medicine and are introduced to topics such as physiology, genetics,

microbiology and public health. Through activities, like dissecting a heart, students examine the

processes, structures and interactions of the human body – often playing the role of biomedical

professionals. They also explore the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease, working

collaboratively to investigate and design innovative solutions to the health challenges of the 21st

century such as fighting cancer with nanotechnology.

Throughout BMS, students acquire strong teamwork and communication practices, and

develop organizational, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills. Along the way students

investigate a variety of careers in biomedical sciences. During the first year of implementation,

schools are required to offer at least one of the foundation courses and ultimately implement all

three foundation courses. The capstone course is optional.

BMS courses complement traditional science courses and can serve as the foundation for

STEM-centered or specialized academies. The program is designed to prepare students to pursue

a post-secondary education and careers in the biomedical sciences. Students selected for the

Deptford Academy of BMS will take advanced courses in all major subject areas and be placed

on a biology/life sciences track with their science courses – in order to prepare for college and

careers in the biomedical sciences.

Students who complete the academy will have a multitude of choices for careers in the science,

technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.

Nursing/Allied Health Track

Starting in 10th grade of the Academy of Biomedical Sciences and Nursing/Allied Health,

students can begin taking a track of Nursing/Allied Health courses to prepare for careers in

nursing and other areas in allied health. Non-Academy students will have this opportunity based

on availability. Students will be able to apply skills and concepts learned in their biomedical

science courses in conjunction with their courses in nursing and allied health to apply for nursing

and allied programs right out of high school. Partnerships have been developed with the Rowan

College of South Jersey (RCSJ) School of Nursing and Nemours DuPont Pediatrics to provide

students with opportunities to take courses in nursing/allied health and participate in field

experience opportunities. Students will also be given the opportunity to take courses on their

own at RCGC in nursing and allied health and will also be given the opportunity to take the

HESI (nursing entrance) exam between their 11th and 12th grade year! At the conclusion of this

track, Medical Assistant Certification can be obtained for a job placement through the American

Medical Certification Association (AMCA.)

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Nursing/Allied Health Courses at DHS Nursing/Allied Courses at RCGC

Medical Terminology (Dual Credit) Patient Care

Biomedical Ethics (Dual Credit) (Additional classes may be taken)

Nutrition (RCSJ Online course)

Pharmacology (RCSJ Online course)

(Additional classes may be added)

Biomedical Engineering Track

Introduction to Engineering Design

Principles of Engineering

Environmental Sustainability

Selection to the Academy Due to the intense science rigor of the curriculum, the placement in advanced courses for all major subject

areas, and the restrictions of pending funding, student selection to the academy will be on a limited basis

for the time being. Student selection will be based on (but not limited to) the following criteria:

Standardized Test Scores

Link It! Test Scores

Overall GPA

GPA in Science and Mathematics classes

Teacher Recommendations

Attendance and Behavior

Strong interests in: Sciences – especially the life sciences, health and medicine, medical

technology,

Be able to: Work independently and in groups, think critically, work hard and dedicate time to

projects, make critical decisions when needed, SUBMIT WORK ONLINE.

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Academy of Biomedical Sciences and Nursing/Allied Health

PLTW Courses

001480 – PRINCIPLES OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES (PBS) Course Length: Year

Credits: 5 (Academy of Biomedical Sciences weight) Grade Level: 9 & 10

Students investigate the human body systems and various health conditions. They determine the factors

that led to the death of a fictional person, and investigate lifestyle choices and medical treatments that

might have prolonged the person's life. The activities and projects introduce students to human

physiology, medicine, research processes and bioinformatics. Key biological concepts including

homeostasis, metabolism, inheritance of traits, and defense against disease are embedded in the

curriculum. Engineering principles including the design process, feedback loops, and the relationship of

structure to function are also incorporated. This course is designed to provide an overview of all the

courses in the Biomedical Sciences program and lay the scientific foundation for subsequent courses.

Prerequisites: Selection to Biomedical Sciences Academy.

001481 – HUMAN BODY SYSTEMS (HBS) Course Length: Year

Credits: 5 (Academy of Biomedical Sciences weight)


Students examine the interactions of human body systems as they explore identity, power, movement,

protection, and homeostasis. Students design experiments, investigate the structures and functions of the

human body, and use data acquisition software to monitor body functions such as muscle movement,

reflex and voluntary action, and respiration. Exploring science in action, students build organs and tissues

on a skeletal manikin, work through interesting real world cases and often play the roles of biomedical

professionals to solve medical mysteries.

Prerequisites: Selection to Biomedical Sciences Academy, successful completion (80% or better) of

PBS and Advanced Biology, and teacher recommendation.

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001482 – MEDICAL INTERVENTIONS (MI) Course Length: Year



Students investigate the variety of interventions involved in the prevention, diagnosis and

treatment of disease as they follow the lives of a fictitious family. The course is a "How-To"

manual for maintaining overall health and homeostasis in the body as students explore: how to

prevent and fight infection; how to screen and evaluate the code in human DNA; how to prevent,

diagnose and treat cancer; and how to prevail when the organs of the body begin to fail.

Through these scenarios, students are exposed to the wide range of interventions related to

immunology, surgery, genetics, pharmacology, medical devices, and diagnostics. Each family

case scenario introduces multiple types of interventions and reinforces concepts learned in the

previous two courses, as well as presenting new content. Interventions may range from simple

diagnostic tests to treatment of complex diseases and disorders. These interventions are

showcased across the generations of the family and provide a look at the past, present and future

of biomedical science. Lifestyle choices and preventive measures are emphasized throughout the

course as well as the important roles scientific thinking and engineering design play in the

development of interventions of the future. This course is laboratory experiment intensive.

Students will learn the latest lab techniques that are usually taught in college lab courses.

Prerequisites: Selection to Biomedical Sciences, successful completion (80 or better) of PBS and

HBS.

001483 – BIOMEDICAL INNOVATION (BI) Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 12

In this capstone course, students apply their knowledge and skills to answer questions or solve problems

related to the biomedical sciences. Students design innovative solutions for the health challenges of the

21st century as they work through progressively challenging open-ended problems, addressing topics

such as clinical medicine, physiology, biomedical engineering, and public health. The following units of

study may be covered:

Design of an Effective Emergency Room

Exploring Human Physiology

Design of a Medical Innovation

Investigating Environmental Health

Combating a Public Health Issue

Molecular Biology in Action

Forensic Autopsy

Throughout the course, students are expected to present their work to an adult audience that may include

representatives from the local business, and healthcare, and school community.

Prerequisites: Selection to Biomedical Sciences, successful completion (80% or better) of PBS, HBS,

and MI, and teacher recommendation. Seniors may take BI concurrently with MI.

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Nursing and Allied Health Track Courses

001484 - MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY (MT) Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5 (Academy of Biomedical Sciences weight)

Grade Level: 10 – 12

Dual credit course with RCSJ.

Required for students in the Biomedical Academy Nursing Tract.

Recommended for any student interested in the field of medicine.

Since every piece of paper that a person in any medical field touches is considered a legal

document, the correct use of medical terminology is essential. Medical Terminology is a quick

paced course that requires intensive memorization. Medical Terminology covers the basic

elements of a medical word, suffixes and prefixes. The course follows the systems of the body

with the appropriate terminology, abbreviations, symbols and

pharmacology. Clinical, laboratory and imaging procedures will be covered.

The assessments for each topic will be homework, spelling quizzes, abbreviation quizzes and

content tests.

Medical Terminology is a rapid paced course that requires study time almost daily. Medical

Terminology is a dual credit course with RCGC and will be taught at the college level. Students

must be prepared to work and study at the college level. Students must have final grade of B or

better, pay a fee, and complete paperwork early in the course in order to receive credit from

RCGC. Paperwork for the process will be provided by the instructor.

Prerequisites: Selection to Biomedical Science and Nursing/Allied Health track or strong interest in

the medical field after high school/teacher recommendation

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001487 - BIOMEDICAL ETHICS


Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 11 – 12

Dual credit course with RCSJ. This is a college course, taught at the college level. Students are

expected to study and work at the college level.

This course is designed to introduce the student to classic and contemporary methods and

theories of bioethics and to use those concepts to analyze and explore a variety of current

biomedical and health - care related issues. This course will provide the framework for ethical

decisions that will need to be addressed in medical careers.

Assessments will include meaningful contributions to class discussions as well as online

discussions, homework, quizzes, tests and a project.

Biomedical Ethics is a dual credit course with RCGC and will be taught at the college level.

Students must have final grade of B or better, pay a fee, and complete paperwork early in the

course in order to receive credit from RCGC. Paperwork for the process will be provided by the

instructor

Prerequisites: Selection to Biomedical Science and Nursing/Allied Health track or strong

interest in the medical field after high school/teacher recommendation.

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STEAM Track for the STEM Academies

The STEM Academies have partnered with the Visual and Performing

Arts Department to develop an arts track to the STEM academies to

produce a unique “STEAM” Track for students participating in the STEM

Academies (Engineering and Biomedical Sciences).

STEAM represents the Sciences, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics fields and a

progression of art classes has been added to the STEM academies to enhance students’

appreciation and skills in the arts. The purpose of the STEAM track is to enrich students in the

arts that correspond to the STEM academy that they are a part of and to prepare students for

college and careers that involve the artistic and technical skills of STEM.

*All students enrolled in the STEM academies will take the first level course of the STEAM

track to get a breadth of the arts and to fulfill their Visual and Performing Arts requirement (5

credits). From there, students can decide for themselves if continuing in the STEAM track is

appropriate for them.

STEAM Track

Academy of Biomedical Sciences Academy of Engineering

Students will gain skills and experience in line Students will gain skills and experience

with medical illustration. in line with animation and gaming

design.

9th – Drawing and Design I & II 10th / 11th–– Computer Generated Modeling

(*required of all Biomedical Sciences students) Fundamentals/Game Design

10th – Drawing and Design III & IV (*required of all Engineering students)

11th – Advanced Painting I & II

12th – Optional – Student choice

During the second and third year of the STEAM tracks, students will complete a portfolio of 5-

10 pieces within their STEAM concentration (Biomedical – Medical Illustrations, Engineering –

Animation and Gaming Design) that will prepare them for entrance into art school or college

majors that require a portfolio.

* Students enrolled in a STEM academy and the band/chorus courses will not follow this track.

They fulfill their visual and performing credits in those respective courses. Students enrolled in

naval science (ROTC) will take their visual and performing arts elective during their senior year

(or through other means other than the STEAM track).

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001676 – COMPUTER GENERATED MODELING FUNDAMENTALS

Course Length: Year



Computer Generated Modeling Fundamentals is a year-long visual art and design course with a

concentration in everything that is represented as a 3-dimensional computer generated image.

Students will learn the modern concepts of 3D design, surface modeling with polygons and NURBS

based geometry, and paint texture maps in a computer graphics application called Autodesk Maya.

This software is fun and user friendly. In addition to Maya, Photoshop is used to paint a variety of

textured images for use with 3D material. Students are expected to follow the traditional and digital

production methods in making 3D objects and environments fully rendered as spectacular art. The

work in this course can encourage many students to explore visual fields such as 3D illustration,

architectural visualization, package and product design, medical visualization, transportation design,

and web graphics. This course seeks to enhance the learning experience for art, animation, design,

science, mathematics, and physics.

Prerequisites: STEAM Track for Academy of Engineering

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SCIENCE

PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT In our ever changing society where space age technology and computer simulated data is a part

of everyday life, the philosophy of the Science department is to acquaint the science students

with the processes, ideas, and challenges of a constantly changing technological world. The

department provides a curriculum that is based on making science meaningful in terms of student

experiences and needs. Safe, nontoxic experiments and classroom activities are employed to

develop in students inductive and deductive reasoning skills.

PROGRAM OF STUDIES Students are required to successfully complete course work in the major areas of science in order

to graduate high school. The New Jersey Student Learning Standards (NJSLS) for Science and

the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) require students learn the different science

topics in physics, chemistry, biology, environmental, and earth science standards. The following

is the schedule of courses students need to take based on their desired level of science instruction

and/or based on their academy/program of choice:

Class of 2021-2022

College Prep (CP) Advanced

9th – Physical Science 9th – Biology

10th – Biology 10th – Chemistry

11th – Chemistry 11th – Physics

12th – Environmental Science 12th – Environmental Science (sem.)

Engineering/Modeling Biomedical Sciences (Advanced)

9th – Modeling Physics 9th – Biology

10th – Modeling Chemistry 10th – Anatomy and Physiology*

11th – Advanced Biology 11th – Chemistry

12th – Environmental Science (sem.) 12th – Physics and Env. Science(sem.)

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Class of 2023 and beyond

College Prep or College Prep or Advanced

9th – Physical Science 9th - Biology 9th – Advanced Biology

10th – Biology 10th – Chemistry 10th - Advanced Chemistry

11th – Environmental 11th – Physics 11th - Advanced Physics

Science/Chemistry

Engineering/Modeling Biomedical Sciences (Advanced) 9th – Modeling Physics 9th – Advanced Biology

10th – Modeling Chemistry 10th –Advanced Anatomy and Physiology**

11th – Advanced Biology 11th – Advanced Chemistry

12th – Environmental Science** (sem.) 12th – Advanced Physics

**Optional

Electives - *these courses will not count towards fulfilling the NJDOE and NJSLS (HS

graduation requirements but will count as elective credits)

Anatomy and Physiology (Adv. and CP)*

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS IN SCIENCE

001446 – PHYSICAL SCIENCE Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10

This year-long course is designed to introduce students to Chemistry and Physics. Students

taking this course will:

Relate concepts learned to answer higher level, critical thinking problems.

Use mathematical/algebraic concepts and formulas in problem solving to explain the

nature of the universe.

Work individually and in collaborative groups to collect and analyze data/graphs in

laboratory experiences.

This class is designed to help students succeed in higher level sciences such as Chemistry and

Physics. This class is also designed to meet the NJSLS for Science Standards.

Prerequisites: Completed or enrolled in Algebra I or Foundational Algebra

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001425 – ADVANCED PLACEMENT BIOLOGY Course Length: Year

Credits: 6

Grade Level: 11, 12

AP Biology is designed to provide students with an introductory college level Biology

foundation. Building from Advanced Biology, the course is fast-paced, intense, and requires

both time and dedication. AP Biology focuses on four main concepts: 1) The process of

evolution drive the diversity and unity of life. 2) Biological systems utilize free energy and

organic molecules to grow, reproduce, and to maintain homeostasis. 3) Living systems store,

retrieve, transmit, and respond to information essential to life processes. 4) Biological systems

interact, and these systems and their interactions possess complex properties. While considered

a difficult class, the number of analogies, opportunities to model, inquiry activities, and creative

demonstrations of learning also make the class interesting and enjoyable. Students are strongly

recommended to participate in the Advance Placement College Credit Exam. Prerequisites: If taken as a junior, a minimum grade of 92 in all previous math and advanced

science courses. If taken as senior, a minimum grade of 85 in all previous math and advanced

science courses.

001423 – ADVANCED BIOLOGY Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 9, 10

The Advanced Biology course is designed to cover topics in greater depth than the Biology

(001420) course. There is an increased emphasis on analysis and problem solving. Students’

reading level should be above grade level due to the reading required. Students should show

initiative and be self-motivated. Cell biology, biochemistry, bioenergetics, molecular and

organism databases, spreadsheets, graphs, and laboratory applications will be areas of special

emphasis. A willingness to do research beyond the classroom will help ensure success.

Prerequisites: Student Advancement Recommendations/Minimum grade of 85 in previous

science class.

001420 – BIOLOGY Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Students will study the diversity of life at the molecular and cellular level. Chemical compounds

and processes necessary for life, cell structure and function, cell processes, genetic structure and

transmission of traits, and biotechnology are just some of the topics covered, which offer an

excellent background or foundation for other secondary science courses. Each area covered is

accompanied with hands-on lab experiences to further enhance the learning process. This course

has been geared to students planning to continue their studies in science and/or higher education.

Prerequisites: None

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001422 – ADVANCED PLACEMENT CHEMISTRY Course Length: Year

Credits: 6 (AP)

Grade Level: 11, 12

The AP Chemistry course is designed as an introductory college course in Chemistry. Students

shall attain a depth of understanding of fundamentals and a reasonable competence in dealing

with chemical problems. Emphasis will be placed on chemical calculations and the

mathematical formulation of principles. A laboratory experience equivalent to that of a typical

college course will be offered. Students are strongly recommended to participate in the

Advanced Placement College Credit Exam. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of an 85 in Advanced Chemistry (001413)/Modeling

Chemistry (001415) or a minimum grade of 95 in Chemistry (001417) and a minimum grade of

an 85 in all math classes and Student Advancement Recommendations

001415 – ADVANCED CHEMISTRY WITH LAB THROUGH MODELING

Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 10

Advanced Chemistry with Lab through Modeling is a laboratory science course designed for

tenth grade students as the recommended course sequence for ninth graders who have

successfully completed Advanced Physics with Lab through Modeling. The instruction in this

course develops conceptual understanding in chemistry. Advanced Chemistry with Lab through

Modeling incorporates advanced mathematical applications and discourse to describe the

physical world, and develops essential scientific reasoning skills. The Modeling method of

instruction is consistent with recommendations from the College Board, the National Science

Foundation, the American Chemical Society, and major research studies.

Prerequisites: At least an 80 in Advanced Physics with Lab through Modeling and Student

Advancement Recommendations

001413 – ADVANCED CHEMISTRY Course Length: Year



Advanced Chemistry is designed as a precursor to Advanced Placement Chemistry. Students

shall attain a basic understanding of fundamental chemical principles and a competence in

solving chemical problems. A laboratory experience focusing on qualitative and quantitative

technique is offered. Critical thinking skills will be emphasized throughout the course.

Prerequisites: A minimum grade of an 85 in Advanced Biology (001423) or a 91 in Biology

(001420) and a minimum grade of an 85 in Algebra I and Student Advancement

Recommendations

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001417 – CHEMISTRY Course Length: Year

Credits: 5


Chemistry has been designed to increase your knowledge and understanding of chemistry in

today’s world. An in-depth study is conducted of the atom’s role in chemistry, the states of

matter and the changes matter undergoes. The atomic theory and the kinetic molecular theory

will be used to help explain the chemical nature and behavior of the phases of matter. Basic

laboratory skills and laboratory safety regulations will be taught to make it possible to safely

conduct a variety of labs to emphasize the concepts taught in class. This course has been geared

to students planning to continue their studies in science and/or higher education.

Prerequisites: Minimum grade of a 74 in Biology (001420) and a minimum grade of a 74 in

Algebra I and Student Advancement Recommendations

001440 – ADVANCED PLACEMENT PHYSICS (CALCULUS BASED) Course Length: Year

Credits: 6 (AP)

Grade Level: 11, 12

AP Physics is a full year, six credit course designed to immerse students into the world of

calculus based mechanical physics. This course will discuss in great depth all of the topics

covered in an introductory level college physics course. Students in AP Physics will learn about

Kinematics, Newton’s Laws of Motion, Work, Energy, Power, Systems of Particles, Linear

Momentum, Circular Motion and Rotation, Oscillations, and Gravitation. The AP Physics

course is designed to be taken by the high-achieving student after the completion of high school

Calculus or Calculus must be taken concurrently. AP Physics facilitates a higher understanding

of the natural world, and how complex mathematics can be used to describe natural

phenomenon. This course not only provides students with an opportunity to place out of their

introductory level physics course at college, but it will also prepare them for the academic and

mathematical rigor of any science, technology, or engineering career. Students are strongly

recommended to participate in the Advanced Placement Physics Mechanics College Credit

Exam. Prerequisites: All of the following criteria must be met:

1) Completion and teacher recommendation from Advanced Chemistry, AP Chemistry, AP

Biology, or Advanced Physics.

2) Completion of Calculus or taken concurrently is also required.

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001444 – ADVANCED PHYSICS WITH LAB THROUGH MODELING

Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 9

This is a laboratory science course that incorporates advanced mathematical applications, relying

on multiple representations to describe the physical world and more extensive algebraic

representations. The appropriate NJ State Standards will be addressed so as to raise the level of

student discourse and develop essential scientific reasoning skills. This physics course will

initiate a theme of energy that will continue in chemistry, followed by biology. The course will

address the many topics in mechanics including linear motion, circular motion, forces, and

Newton’s Laws using an increased level of mathematical complexity and reduction of in-class

guided practice.


001442 – ADVANCED PHYSICS Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 11, 12

Physics is a natural science which explores the workings of our universe. The most

mathematically oriented science, Physics deals with such diverse topics as gravity, heat,

magnetism, subatomic particles and motion. This traditionally challenging course requires sound

mathematical skills as well as mandatory projects and experimentation. This course is essential

for aspiring engineers, doctors, scientists or other highly technical fields.

Prerequisites: Algebra II/Chemistry I/Student Advancement Recommendations

001443- PHYSICS

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 11,12

Physics is a natural science which explores the workings of our universe. The most

mathematically oriented science, physics deals with diverse topics such as gravity, kinematics,

energy transformation, and motion. This course requires a solid understanding of Algebra I. It

will contain mandatory projects and experimentation. This course is designed to give students an

introductory view of the scientific workings of the world in which we live.

Prerequisites: Algebra I and Chemistry

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001432 – HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY

(This course is an elective. It DOES NOT count toward the high school graduation

requirement for science, but will serve as elective credits.)

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5


Recommended for students who are interested in the study of the human body but not necessarily

interested in the field of medicine. This is not a lab course.

This course studies the anatomy of the human body as well as the physiology. The course will

cover Body Organization, Transport of Materials and the Cell Membrane, Histology, the

Integumentary System, the Skeletal System, the Muscular System, the Digestive System, the

Respiratory System, the Circulatory System, the Endocrine System, the Central Nervous System,

the Peripheral Nervous System, the Renal System and the Reproductive System.

Prerequisites: Biology

001431 – ADVANCED HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY

(This course is an elective. It DOES NOT count toward the high school graduation

requirement for science, but will serve as an elective credit.)

Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 10,11, 12

Required course for students in the Academy of Biomedical Science and Nursing/Allied Health.

Dual credit course with RCGC. Students will receive credit for RCGC Anatomy and Physiology

I and Anatomy and Physiology II.

This course requires that the student already has a working knowledge of the cell, its organelles

and their functions, osmosis and diffusion, cell energetics, mitosis and meiosis as well as basic

microscope skills and laboratory skills.

This is an advanced course that is quick moving and rigorous. It requires memorization of the

anatomy of the human body as well as physiology. The course will use the dissection model of

either the cat or fetal pig. The course will cover Body Organization, Transport of Materials and

the Cell Membrane, Histology, the Integumentary System, the Skeletal System, the Muscular

System, the Digestive System, the Respiratory System, the Circulatory System, the Endocrine

System, the Central Nervous System, the Peripheral Nervous System, the Renal System and the

Reproductive System.

Assessments are quizzes, tests and lab practicals along with classwork and lab experiments and

reports.

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Advanced Anatomy and Physiology is a dual credit course with RCGC and will be taught at the

college level. Students must have a final grade of B or better, pay a fee, and complete paperwork

early in the course in order to receive credit from RCGC. Paperwork for the process will be

provided by the instructor.

Prerequisites: Minimum of a C in Advanced Biology, Biomedical Academy students must have

an 80% or better and teacher recommendation.

NOTE: THIS COURSE REQUIRES DISSECTION TO BE COMPLETED IN THE

LABORATORY SETTING. ACCORDING TO NEW JERSEY STATE LAW (C18A:35-4.24 &

18A:35-4.25), STUDENTS WHO ARE NOT WILLING AND

ABLE TO DISSECT MAY CHOOSE TO OPT-OUT DISSECTION FOR

ALTERNATIVE ASSIGNMENTS/ASSESSMENTS (PROVIDED THE

STUDENTS AND PARENTS SIGN THE “PERMISSION TO BE EXCUSED

FROM DISSECTION” FORM).

001421 – ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Environmental/Earth Science is a course that will provide for understanding and transfer of

knowledge in topics such as: Chemistry of the Universe, Planetary Motion, Physics of the Earth

System, Dynamic Earth Systems, Human Activity & the Climate System, Human Activity &

Sustainability, Human Activity & Energy. Students will be able to apply knowledge of topics

learned through inquiry-based lessons and hand-on lab activities.

Prerequisites: None

001429 – ADVANCED ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Environmental/Earth Science is a course that will be a capstone course for students and extend

knowledge in standards that were taught in biology, chemistry, and physics. This course moves

at a faster rate than the full year course and students will be given learning activities to transfer

knowledge in topics such as: Chemistry of the Universe, Planetary Motion, Physics of the Earth

System, Dynamic Earth Systems, Human Activity & the Climate System, Human Activity &

Sustainability, Human Activity & Energy. Students will be able to apply knowledge of topics

learned through inquiry-based lessons and hand-on lab activities.

Prerequisites: Minimum grade of B in previous science class and Student Advancement

Recommendation.

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001469 – FUNCTIONAL SCIENCE

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5.0

Grade Level: 9,10,11,12

One of the main goals of this class is to provide opportunities for students to apply their science

skills in everyday situations. Topics include biology, earth science, chemistry, and physical

science.

Prerequisites: Recommendation Only

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SOCIAL STUDIES

PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT Courses within the Social Studies department provide learning experiences that are essential to

the development of the students to ensure they are college and career ready. Students will also

gain experiences that will allow them to become more engaged in citizenship in the 21st century.

There are courses within the Social Studies department that are set up as survey courses while

others offer more detailed insights to particular topics. Social Studies courses will challenge

students’ reading, writing, thinking and presentation skills in order to meet the challenges of

today’s society.

PROGRAM OF STUDIES There is an array of courses available for students to take in grades 9-12. Core courses serve as

survey courses where certain elective courses are set up to offer a more in depth study of a

particular field within the social studies discipline. Deptford Township School District has a

three-year requirement for Social Studies. Ninth graders will take World History, while tenth

graders will take United States History I and eleventh graders will take United States History II.

Students are encouraged to take elective offerings that suit their interests. There are also

Advanced Placement offerings students may select to enroll in pending recommendation.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS IN SOCIAL STUDIES

001215 – ADVANCED UNITED STATES HISTORY I Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 10

Advanced United States History will cover the U.S. History I program. However, the course will

offer a more in-depth study. Critical thinking, advanced readings, analysis, research, and

accompanying written assignments such as Document-Based Questioning will be a major portion

of the course.


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001214 – UNITED STATES HISTORY I Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 10

United States History I is a required course that will give students the opportunity to acquire the

knowledge and skills to think analytically about the past and its interactions of people, cultures,

environment and politics that shape the lives of Americans. The course will cover the following

eras: Colonization, Revolution and Constitution; Expansion and Reform; Civil War and

Reconstruction; The Development of the Industrial United States; The Emergence of Modern

America.

The integration of civics, economics, geography and global content will be addressed in this

course. Students will gain an understanding of the cause-and-effect relationship between events,

recognize patterns of interactions and understand the impact of events in an interconnected

world. Students will acquire the skills necessary to be active and informed citizens who value

diversity and promote cultural understanding.

Prerequisites: None

001218 – ADVANCED UNITED STATES HISTORY II Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 11

Advanced United States History II will be centered on the United States in the Twentieth

Century. Major themes will include World War II, Vietnam, and the Cold War. The inquiry

method of learning will be used as well as a multi-text approach. Emphasis will be placed on

“National Priorities,” “Humanism,” and the place of the United States in the future.


001217 – UNITED STATES HISTORY II Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 11

United States History II is a required course built on the foundations of history already taught in

United States History I. This course will take the student on a journey through recent American

History from 1938 U.S. Foreign Policy to the present. Highlights will include the Roaring

Twenties, The Great Depression, World War II, The Korean War, The Cold War, Vietnam, and

The New America: Prospects for the Future.

Prerequisites: United States History I

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001256 – ADVANCED WORLD HISTORY AND GLOBAL STUDIES Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 9

Students in this course will be expected to acquire geographic knowledge and skills to think

analytically and systematically about how past interactions of people, cultures and environment

affect issues across time and cultures. Such knowledge and skills will enable students to make

decisions as socially and ethically responsible world citizens in the 21st century. The course will

include The Beginnings of Human Society, Early Civilizations, The Classical Civilizations of the

Mediterranean World, India, China, Africa, Global Interactions and Colonialism, Renaissance,

Reformation, Scientific Revolution/Age of Enlightenment, Age of Revolution, The New

Imperialism, Challenges for the Modern World, and Contemporary Issues. Students will be

required to do research projects at various times during the course.


001255 – WORLD HISTORY AND GLOBAL STUDIES Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9

World History and Global Studies is a year-long course that will provide students an opportunity

to learn about the geographic, economic, political, religious and social developments that created

Western Civilization. The course will include The Foundations of Civilization, Ancient Middle

East, Ancient India, Ancient China, Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, African Kingdoms and

Trading States, The Renaissance and Reformation, The Enlightenment, The Industrial

Revolution, The New Imperialism, Regional Conflicts and The World Today. Students will be

required to do a research paper during the course.

Prerequisites: None

001257 – ADVANCED PLACEMENT WORLD HISTORY Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 9

This course has students investigate the content of World History (from 8000 B.C.E.) for

significant events, individuals, developments, and processes in six historical periods, and

develop and use the same thinking skills and methods (analyzing primary and secondary sources,

making historical comparisons, chronological reasoning, and argumentation) employed by

historians when they study the past. The course also provides five themes (interaction between

humans and the environment; development and interaction of cultures; state building, expansion,

and conflict; creation, expansion, and the interaction of economic systems; and development and

transformation of social structures) that students explore throughout the course in order to make

connections among historical developments in different times and places encompassing the five

major geographical regions of the globe: Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania.

Prerequisites: Grade of 91 or better in 8th grade US History

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001216 – ADVANCED PLACEMENT UNITED STATES HISTORY I Course Length: Year

Credits: 5 (AP)

Grade Level: 10, 11

Advanced Placement United States History I is the beginning of a two year US History program

for academically motivated students who have demonstrated proficient and advanced proficient

reading and writing skills. The first course in the AP US History program will follow the same

historical eras as the other United States History Courses. The pace and depth to which the

course is covered is more comprehensive. Major emphasis is placed on the various historical

thinking skills along with reading, writing, presentation and analytical skills in order to prepare

students for the AP Exam that will occur at the end of AP US History II.

The Advanced Placement program in United States History is designed to provide students with

the analytic skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with the problems and

materials in United States History. Students will learn to assess historical evidence and

interpretations presented in historical scholarship. This course will develop the skills necessary

to arrive at conclusions on the basis of an informed judgment and to present reasons and

evidence clearly and persuasively. Students are strongly recommended to participate in the

AP US History II course the following year where they will be recommended to participate

in the Advanced Placement College Credit Exam.

Prerequisites: Student Advancement Recommendations from World History CP or Advanced

Courses.

001219 – ADVANCED PLACEMENT UNITED STATES HISTORY II

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5 (AP)

Grade Level: 11, 12

Advanced Placement United States History II is the continuation of a two year US History

program for academically motivated students who have demonstrated proficient and advanced

reading and writing skills. The second course in the AP US History program will follow the

same historical era of the other United States History II course. This course is a continuation of

AP United States History I with further emphasis placed on the various historical thinking skills.

The topics covered include: The World Wars, The Great Depression, Postwar Prosperity and

Contemporary issues. Students are strongly recommended to participate in the Advanced

Placement College Credit Exam at the end of the course.

Prerequisites: Student recommendations from Advanced Placement US History I.

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001247 – ADVANCED PLACEMENT AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS Course Length: Year

Credits: 5 (AP)

Grade Level: 11, 12

This course is the traditional, college-level survey elective in the study of American government.

The major emphasis is placed on the study of American political ideology and the evolution of

its democratic institutions. Students will be able to evaluate the role of the national government

and American society. The course structure includes readings from notable American writers,

use of the inquiry method, developed writings and the ability to use data to support an intelligent

argument. Students are strongly recommended to participate in the Advanced Placement

College Credit Exam. Prerequisites: US History I CP & US History II CP & Student Advancement Recommendations

Note: Advanced Placement American Government and Politics and Advanced Placement

Modern European History are offered in alternate years.

Advanced Placement American Government and Politics in 2021-22

Advanced Placement Modern European History in 2020-21

001260 – ADVANCED PLACEMENT MODERN EUROPEAN HISTORY Course Length: Year

Credits: 5 (AP)

Grade Level: 11, 12

Modern European History AP is designed for the academically motivated student. The course

studies the time period from the High Renaissance to the Rise of New Europe. The course

studies and analyzes the intellectual-cultural, political-diplomatic, and social-economic trends in

Modern European history. Topics include: Europe in the High Renaissance, the Age of Louis

XIV, the Age of the Enlightenment, The French Revolution and Napoleon, the Age of

Liberalism and Nationalism, Pre-World War I, World War I and its aftermath, World War II and

its aftermath, and the Cold War to the Fall of Communism. Students are strongly

recommended to participate in the Advanced Placement College Credit Exam. Prerequisites: Student Advancement Recommendations

Note: Advanced Placement American Government and Politics and Advanced Placement

Modern European History are offered in alternate years.

Advanced Placement American Government and Politics in 2021-22

Advanced Placement Modern European History in 2020-21

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001233 – INTRODUCTION TO BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 11, 12

Behavioral Science is an integral part of most university core curriculums. This course will

highlight the study of individual personality and development. The course will include studies of

how we learn behaviors and the impact these behaviors have on human growth. Topics studied

will include: learning, problem solving, growth, stress, and mental illness problems.

Prerequisites: None

001234 – INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 11, 12

This course will introduce the students to the study of human group interaction. Students will

learn how to cope with problems associated with group behaviors, family, education, religion

and government, as well as personal development. Sociology is also a part of most university

core curricula.

Prerequisites: None

001223 – AMERICAN MINORITIES Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

American Minorities is a course designed to give the student an appreciation for the “melting

pot” heritage of the United States. Special emphasis will be placed on the contributions of Black

Americans, American Indians, Hispanic Americans, and the American Woman.

Prerequisites: None

001230 – HOLOCAUST Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

The Holocaust should never be forgotten. This course will focus on genocide as it was practiced

against the Jewish people during World War II. There will be a field trip to the Holocaust

Museum offered each semester on a non-school day.

Prerequisites: None

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SPECIAL EDUCATION

In order to address the needs of students with disabilities, the Special Education Program offers a

continuum of services.

Students identified as having educational disabilities are placed to the greatest extent possible in

a general education program without discrimination due to their disabilities. When students are

placed in a mainstreamed class, he/she is expected to meet the approved proficiencies and

requirements of each course unless otherwise specified within the Individualized Education

Program (IEP).

Programs (from least restrictive environment to more restrictive environment)

Mainstreamed into general education classes taught by highly qualified grade level or

content area teacher.

Mainstreamed into general education classes with accommodations and/or modifications

- Accommodations do not reduce expectations. An example would be to provide

the student with additional time to perform a task.

- Modifications change, lower or reduce expectations. An example would be to

expect the student to do fewer problems than students without modifications.

Mainstreamed into general education classes with supplemental aids and services such as

staff support, specialized equipment and materials, pacing, presentation, behavior

management, and/or social interaction management.

In-class support resource classes of both general education and special education students

taught by both a highly qualified special education and general education teacher.

Special education students may still be provided with accommodations, modifications,

and supplemental aids and services.

Self-Contained classes of only special education students in all major subjects taught by a

highly qualified special education teacher. These classes typically are small group

settings. These students have the greatest educational needs.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS IN SPECIAL EDUCATION

002510 – FUNCTIONAL SKILLS (CBI) Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This course is designed for a select number of students who have been identified through their

IEP. This course provides students with the basic functional and life skills needed for everyday

living and related job skills.

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002511 – TRANSITIONAL AND VOCATIONAL TRAINING (CBI) Course Length: Year

Credits: 10

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This course is designed for a select number of students who have been identified through their

IEP. This program provides supervised school based and community based work experiences,

along with related instruction in functional life skills and functional academics. Activities focus

on developing appropriate communication and social skills as preparation for eventual

competitive or supported employment. It will also focus on the transitions into work based and

other adult services.

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Spartan School of Business (Business Academy)

Overview: Spartan School of Business is a career, technical and academic academy at DTHS that develops

students for further study and careers in business and finance. The academy is built upon three

pillars for success; Academics, Enrichment, and Opportunity. Academics consists of a structured

track of business, finance and computer courses. Enrichment attending conferences,

competitions, community involvement and social networking via membership in FBLA.

Opportunities to earn college-credits via an agreement with Rowan College at Gloucester County

and marketable internships/work experience with local employers or Deptford Public Schools.

Benefits: Business, finance and computers are a back-bone to every career.

Business provides lucrative career opportunities

Business is consistently among the most popular college majors

Develop a marketable transcript and life skills

Nationally recognized organization (FBLA)

Competitions and Conferences

Awards, scholarships

Networking

Earn college-credits (partnership with Rowan College at GC)

Recognition at graduation.

Value: ACADEMICS: Students will develop a transcript of business courses

demonstrating their academic preparation for success in a college-level business program;

ENRICHMENT: a portfolio of experiences, networking, certificates and awards in

nationally recognized business conferences and competitions hosted by FBLA;

OPPORTUNITY for marketable internships/work experience with local employers or

here at DTHS

OPPORTUNITY to earn college-credits via an academy agreement with Rowan College

of GC

Spartan approved and recommended

RCGC offerings:

BUS 101 – Introduction to Business

BUS 221 – Principles of Marketing

BUS 224 – Social Media and Internet

Marketing

CIS 102 – Computer Information Systems

CIS 110 – Fundamentals of Programming

CIS 120 – Spreadsheets, Excel

COM 104 – Business Communications

ECO 100 – Introduction to Economics

ECO 101 – Principles of Economics 1

(Macro)

Deptford High’s Business Education

course offerings: Professionalism *SSB (2.5 cr.)

Business Management *SSB (2.5 cr.)

Microsoft Office Applications *SSB (5 cr.)

Business Law *SSB (2.5 cr.)

Personal Finance, Economic & Business

Literacy

(2.5 cr. and NJ requirement)

Advanced College Accounting *SSB (5 cr.)

Accounting 1 (5 cr.)

Creative Web Pages (2.5 cr.)

Desktop Publishing (2.5 cr.)

Multimedia Presentations (2.5 cr.)

Senior Instructional Leadership (w/bsns

teacher)

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Course Sequence and Requirements:

REQUIREMENTS Satisfied Comments

Freshman (at least 5 cr.):

Professionalism *SSB (2.5 cr.) sem.1 _________________________

Business Management *SSB (2.5 cr.) sem.2 _________________________

FBLA Membership _________________________

SSB Points (40) _________________________

Sophomore: (at least 7.5 cr.)

Microsoft Office Applications *SSB (5 cr.) _________________________

Business Ed. Elective- Desktop Publishing (2.5 cr.) _________________________

FBLA Membership _________________________

SSB Points (40) _________________________

Junior: (at least 7.5 cr.)

Personal Finance... (2.5 cr)*NJ Req. _________________________

Business Law *SSB (2.5 cr.) _________________________

Business Ed. Elective-Creating Web Pages (2.5 cr. ea) _________________________

FBLA Membership _________________________

SSB Points (40) _________________________

Option: Summer Pathway – 1 RCGC approved _________________________

summer course (2.5 cr.)

Senior (at least 10 cr.)

Advanced College Accounting *SSB (5 cr.) _________________________

Internship/School-to-Careers Coop (5cr.) –or- _________________________

Any combination earning 5 total credits of

a) RCGC approved college courses (2.5 cr. ea) –or

b) general Business Ed. Electives (2.5 cr. ea)

FBLA Membership _________________________

SSB Points (40) _________________________

NOTE: A minimum GPA of 3.5 in 30 business education

credits and an overall GPA of 3.0 required upon graduation.

*SSB = Spartan School Business student only section of

course

General Business Ed. Electives include:

Creating Web Pages

Desktop Publishing

Multimedia Presentations

Apprenticeship (senior)

Volunteerism/Community Service

*Senior Instructional Leader

(*LIMITED: Sr. year only with

business teacher)

** One Business Ed. Elective may

be substituted with any

21st/Career&Tech. Ed. Elective (i.e.

Landscaping, Cooking …)

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21ST CENTURY LIFE AND CAREERS/CAREER-TECHNICAL EDUCATION

BUSINESS EDUCATION

PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT Business Education must be an integral part of a balanced program of study in the

comprehensive high school. Through the business education program, students experience the

practical applications of basic skills to real world and real work situations. Business occupations

represent the area of greatest potential for most communities in terms of both employment

demand and student interest. The public demand for students to have improved competencies

can be met through comprehensive business education programs where 21st century skills,

communication, computation, and computer skills are applied.

PROGRAM OF STUDIES

Courses in the Business Education Department provide a strong foundation for students who

plan to pursue an advanced degree in business or plan to enter a career in business. These

courses develop within students a proficiency in the use of computers and applications; an

understanding of the various business content areas and how they interrelate; and the ability to

manage their personal finances. Students also learn effective decision making techniques,

financial management, business communication skills, human resource management, problem

solving, teamwork, and networking skills.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS IN BUSINESS EDUCATION

001604 – ADVANCED COLLEGE ACCOUNTING Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 11, 12

This is a college level course that will cover what is taught in Accounting I at a two- or four-year

college. A college text will be used and an accelerated pace maintained. It is designed for

students who are planning to major in Accounting, Business Administration, Marketing or

Economics at either a two or four year college. Some colleges will give advanced placement

credit for students who successfully complete this course in high school. Accounting is

recommended for all students as the course covers information necessary for keeping personal

financial records as well as records for a business. It is strongly recommended for college-

bound students interested in pursuing a degree in Accounting, Business Administration or

Finance. Likewise, it is useful for students who wish to pursue an entry-level job in the

accounting field after high school graduation.

Prerequisites: Not available to students who had Accounting I

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001602 – ACCOUNTING I Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Accounting is often called “the language of business” because it is a systematic way of keeping

financial records. During the first year of Accounting the accounting cycle is covered from the

recording of transactions in a journal to financial statements and period-end closing. During the

second half of the course, accounting software will be introduced for completion of a realistic

simulation on the computers. Accounting is recommended for all students as the course covers

information necessary for keeping personal financial records as well as records for a business. It

is strongly recommended for college-bound students interested in pursuing a degree in

Accounting, Business Administration or Finance. Likewise, it is useful for students who wish to

pursue an entry-level job in the accounting field after high school graduation.

Prerequisites: None

001605 – BUSINESS LAW Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Business Law is a dramatic and challenging topic growing from human conflicts of a personal

and business nature. Knowing more about the law can help you avoid legal conflicts in your

personal and professional life. Personal topics of law involving such areas as consumer

protection, marriage, divorce, and employment will be explored. Professional topics will include

areas such as entering contracts, criminal law, tort law, and exploring law as a career. The

culmination of knowledge will allow for an exciting mock-trial to be performed in class. This

course is recommended for all students – college bound as well as business.

Prerequisites: None

001606 – BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Business Management is an exciting semester elective that explores the many facets of business

and our economic system. Students will learn how current society and ethics affect business.

Among the topics covered: business ownership, international business, marketing, product

development/planning, human resources, and taxes. Students will actively participate in

planning a company, stock research, and discuss current business events.

Prerequisites: None

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001612 – MICROSOFT OFFICE APPLICATIONS Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Microsoft Office Applications will guide students through an intermediate course of the most

widely used software programs used by businesses today: The Microsoft Office Suite (Word,

Excel, PowerPoint, and Access). The course will provide advanced word processing skills in

Word; knowledge of formulas, functions and formatting to create Excel spreadsheets; and

editing, formatting and presentation skills to produce PowerPoint presentations. Finally, students

will manipulate data in Access to setup, maintain, and analyze databases. In addition, a variety

of fonts, graphics, images and tools will be applied to produce desktop publications and

presentations that will fulfill a year long company project. The skills obtained in this class will

allow students to market themselves as an asset to any company or organization, as well as

benefit their future education.

Prerequisites: None

001632 – PERSONAL FINANCE, ECONOMICS AND BUSINESS LITERACY Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5


A very important course for every student – this course will provide the study of personal

financial management techniques. All students will develop skills and strategies that promote

personal and financial responsibility related to income, careers, financial planning, savings,

investment, credit/debit management, insurance, charitable giving and more in the global

economy.

Prerequisites: None

001610 – PROFESSIONALISM


Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9

The Professionalism course will serve as the introductory course for students entering Deptford

Township High School’s Business Academy. During this course, students will learn concepts

and skills that will prepare them for success in the Business Academy, high school, college/post-

secondary education, and a career in the business world. Some of the topics covered include:

self & time management, the workplace, ethics, building professional relationships, and career

planning.

Prerequisites: Admission into Spartan School of Business

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COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY

PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT The use of the computer through all facets of life increases every year. In order to be successful

in school and in later life, a student should be knowledgeable of the many tasks that a computer

can perform. Computer Technology is a branch of the Practical Arts department.

PROGRAM OF STUDIES The courses offered in Computer Technology allow the students to acquire the ability to operate

a computer, to understand what a computer is, how it works, and the many ways in which it can

be used. Through these courses, students will gain skills and knowledge that will help them

through the rest of their lives.

INFORMATION OF NOTE There currently exists in the United States a shortage of qualified computer programmers and

computer software specialists. The Computer Technology Department is committed to providing

the instruction that will give our students a head start in a high-paying computer science career.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS IN COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY

001966 – CREATING WEB PAGES Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Current software will be used to design and create layouts and Web pages. The goal of this

course is to enable students to create web pages with headers, hyperlinks, various lists, tables,

images, frame pages, shared borders and other web page components.

Prerequisites: None

001963 – DESKTOP PUBLISHING Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This is a semester course in which students will create a variety of projects such as booklets, tri-

folds, business cards, invitations and newsletters, etc. Students will begin the course using

Microsoft Publisher and advance to Adobe PageMaker. Graphic and page layout skills will be

taught. Students will also learn to use a scanner and digital camera.

Prerequisites: None

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001962 – MULTIMEDIA PRESENTATIONS Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This is a semester course that will provide an incremental series of lessons that will get students

up and running with the Microsoft PowerPoint presentation software. Students will be able to

create multimedia presentations that include text, graphics, sound and video. Students will also

learn to use a scanner and digital camera.

Prerequisites: None

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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE

PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT The curriculum in Family and Consumer Science Education provides learning situations and

experience to enable students to acquire the fundamental skills needed to function in society, and

in practical out-of-work situations. Family and Consumer Science Education is a branch of the

Practical Arts department.

GENERAL PROGRAM FOODS PROGRAM Child Development and Family Living Cooking and Nutrition

Gourmet and International Cooking

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS IN FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE

001812 – CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND FAMILY LIVING Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5


Are you interested in learning how one’s life is shaped by heredity, environment, and

experiences? If so, then this course is for you. This course will help the young adult plan for the

future. The student will become familiar with the physical and emotional development of

children. Topics to be explored include: considerations before pregnancy, prenatal development,

contemporary roles of men and women, problem situations for children, careers related to child

care, and parenting skills. Students will not only understand children better but themselves as

well.

Prerequisites: None

001811 – COOKING AND NUTRITION Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Get close and smell what we have cooking. During this semester course you will learn the

fundamentals of food preparation. You will prepare dishes that can be replicated and innovated

at home or kept in your recipe book for later usage. Host a dinner party without the worry of

where does the bread plate belong or where to place the fork. Even your friends will be shocked

by your ability to budget while food shopping. Do not shy away from an opportunity that keeps

giving.

Prerequisites: None

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001820 – GOURMET & INTERNATIONAL COOKING Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5


Bienvenue (welcome) to the international tour of gourmet cuisine. This semester voyage

(course) will not only entice your taste buds but also enhance your palate. You will employ your

skill and develop your global awareness and cultural influences that shaped food as we know it.

Food has different meanings throughout the World. Food brings people together, even for a

moment. So, join us on this enlightening food adventure and leave your passports at home.

Prerequisites: Cooking and Nutrition

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INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION

PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT Industrial Technology Education seeks to provide the student with material manipulation and

drafting experiences. The student learns cooperative work skills and safe working procedures.

They also gain knowledge of material goods and structures, their value and comparable worth.

Industrial Technology Education is supported by general subject matter learning, which includes

math and reading in the scientific and technical language of industry. The Industrial Technology

Education student will be able to solve problems related to general material manipulation, design

and construction. Through these programs students will develop skills and knowledge that will

make them more productive workers and better consumers.

PROGRAM OF STUDIES The Industrial Technology Education department is divided into three major areas:

woodworking, drafting, and engineering. Woodworking starts with the basic use of hand tools

and concludes with the use of electric power equipment to complete a variety of projects.

Drafting consists of designing, measuring, dimensioning and creating the final blueprint detail

drawings. Engineering includes courses in design, presentation, and robotics.

WOODWORKING DRAFTING Introduction to Woodworking Technology Automated/Computer Aided Design (CAD)

Carpentry I

Carpentry II

Carpentry III*

ENGINEERING Introduction to Engineering

Robotics

SPARTAN SCHOOL OF CARPENTRY

The goal of The School of Carpentry is to prepare students for a career in the trades. Though the

platform of the course is a woodworking shop, the skills taught will be beneficial for any trade.

Each course builds on the lessons and experience of the prior course.

Requirements

9th Grade -Introduction to Woodworking Technology and Business Management (001606)

10th Grade - Carpentry I and Automated/Computer Aided Design(CAD)(001874) or

Introduction to Engineering(001873)

11th Grade - Carpentry II*

12th Grade - Carpentry III** and RCGC class or School to Careers

**Carpentry III will begin to be offered in the 2021-2022 school year.

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FOR INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION

001874 – AUTOMATED/COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN (CAD)

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This course is designed to provide first year students with basic skills in drafting. Students will

learn the basics of an interactive computer graphics system (C.A.D.) for preparing drawings and

plans.

Students enrolled in the Engineering Academy must take this class as an elective since

the technology skills learned in this course will prepare them for future engineering

courses in the academy and in college.

Students enrolled in this course also have the option of earning AutoCAD (Autodesk)

certification at the end of the course. This certification can enhance the competitive edge

and reputation of individuals that adopt its use, while providing an industry-accepted

credential that students and professionals can use to achieve academic success and

advance their careers. Employers want to attract and retain well-qualified, ambitious

professionals who not only work hard, but also help them win new projects and gain

industry recognition. Certification will help students gain an industry-recognized

credential that helps prove their skill level.

Prerequisites: None

001873 – INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Engineering is using your creativity and innovation based on a good technical background to

solve challenges that make our world a better place. This “intro” course will help you

understand how mathematics, sciences, and computing capability can be used to solve problems.

In this year long course students will have the opportunity to work on projects that are relevant to

the many facets of engineering including electrical, mechanical, and computer topics. This

course will help you understand what you will be equipped to do if you major in electrical

engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, computer engineering, or computer

science. In addition to the use of parametric design software, the course also hones the students’

skills in design portfolio development and the applications of public speaking for oral defense of

their solution selection. During the span of two semesters students will also receive computer

experience that includes electronic research and information portfolios.

Drexel University will assign 3 transfer credits for DHS students who have successfully

completed the Engineering Related Technology Program and who are admitted to Drexel

University’s Engineering Technology major. Students will have the opportunity to receive

certification in AutoCAD upon successfully completing the AutoCAD Certification Exam.

Prerequisites: None

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001850 – INTRODUCTION TO WOODWORKING TECHNOLOGY Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

In this course, students will be introduced to the traditional "shop." Students will be taught how

to work safely in a woodshop. Students will be expected to build from written directions and

shop drawings. Mastery of the tape measure will be crucial to create a variety of projects with

standard machinery and hand tools.

Prerequisites: None

001851 – CARPENTRY I Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5


The focus of this course will be custom design and finish of teacher-led projects. Creativity,

vision and planning will be highly stressed. Students will be required to manage personal

schedule to meet deadlines. This course will challenge students to use the most effective tool for

the safest creation of the most aesthetic and functional product.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Woodworking Technology

001853 - CARPENTRY II

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 11

Shop Construction:

Instruction on the phases of shop construction. Students will take a project from conception to

completion.

· Client Interaction and Vendor Relationships

· Read and create shop drawings

· Creating bill of materials, cut lists and production schedules

· Design and construct cabinetry, countertops, exhibits, prototypes

· Packaging and shipping

Prerequisites: Carpentry I and Admission into Spartan School of Carpentry

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001854 - CARPENTRY III

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 12

On Site Construction

Instruction on the many phases of residential construction. Students will build sheds to simulate

the steps and process necessary to build a house.

· Blueprints

· Layout

· Foundation

· Framing

· Sheathing

· Insulation

· Interior/exterior doors

· Sheetrock

· Base/Window/Door Trim

· Windows

· Roofing

· Siding

· Flooring

· Cabinets

· Permits and Inspections

· Preparation for the carpenter’s union test

Prerequisites: Carpentry II and Admission into Spartan School of Carpentry

001872 – ROBOTICS Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This course is designed to assist students in the following areas: continued career exploration for

technology related employment opportunities, application of computer programming skills with

computer controlled devices, introduction of robotics technology and robot project construction,

identification of high tech skills needed for today’s changing workplace, and to develop the team

work concept to problem solving.

Prerequisites: None

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DEPTFORD HIGH SCHOOL VOCATIONAL – TECHNICAL EDUCATION

PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT The Vocational-Technical Education curriculum provides the basic educational skills and

knowledge needed to function in the world of work and society in general. It provides learning

situations and experiences to enable the student to acquire the basic skills needed in a skilled or

semi-skilled trade. Vocational-Technical Education is a branch of the Practical Arts department.

PROGRAM OF STUDIES Vocational-Technical Education is offered to give the student an opportunity to develop entry-

level skills for employment in a specific trade or occupation. Instruction is given to Deptford

Township students either at Deptford Township High School or at the Gloucester County

Institute of Technology. Courses at Deptford Township High School include Landscaping,

Broadcasting and TV Production, and School to Careers.

See page 83 for other program offerings and details at Gloucester County Institute of

Technology.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS IN VOCATIONAL-TECHNICAL EDUCATION

001974 – LANDSCAPING Course Length: Year

Credits: 5


This course is designed to provide students with a basic background in the landscape industry.

All students will learn basic landscaping techniques. Students will learn methods of landscape

maintenance and establishment of new landscapes. All students will learn basic botany,

horticulture techniques, greenhouse management, turf management, tree care and plant

production. Students will also learn methods of patio and fish pond construction. Students will

be instructed in the use and operation of agriculture machinery and implements. Everything

from tractors to computers is used to round out the students’ learning experience.

Prerequisites: None

002053 – SCHOOL TO CAREERS (STC)

Course Length: Year

Grade Level: 12

Credits: 15

One-year School to Careers (STC) is a vocational education course which provides an

opportunity for 12th grade students to gain industrial and/or trade experience in skilled or semi-

skilled occupations through school supervised on-the-job training. The course is divided into

two (2) parts: 1) Related information class which is held each week; and 2) On-the-job training.

(A minimum of 15 hours per week/not to exceed 40 hours per week). Students will be graded

on Pass/Fail. Students must choose STC during the course selection period. No students

will be accepted into the STC Program after the end of the current school year. Numbers

are limited.

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PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT Visual and Performing Arts are basic subjects within the curriculum. Courses in Art, Music, and

Theater contribute to the development of the basic academic competencies that each individual

student needs in order to have a successful, productive and happy life. The study of the Arts,

while training students to understand and value the qualitative dimension of life, also develops a

number of skills that the student will retain throughout his or her entire life. It is our philosophy

that these opportunities to study the Arts and develop these qualities be available to every student

in Deptford High School.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS IN VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

ART

PROGRAM OF STUDIES The Deptford High School Art Program seeks to accommodate students with different art

interests. The learning and practice of art help the student to develop ways of working and

problem solving that are best suited to that student’s personality. In the process, the student

develops self-confidence and self-knowledge to help guide his or her life. Students have a

choice of four basic courses depending upon their particular area of interest and expertise. In

addition, those students who wish to work on a more in-depth level can then choose from the

four classes which offer advanced levels.

BASIC COURSES ACCELERATED COURSES Color Workshop and Painting Drawing and Design II

Drawing and Design I Drawing and Design III/IV - Advanced

3D Studio Art I 3D Studio Art II

Computer Art I Computer Photography/Graphic Design-Advanced

Animation I Computer Art II

Animation II

Advanced Painting I/II

Spartan School of Art

Fine Art

9th - Drawing and Design I and II*

10th- Drawing and Design III and Painting I

11th - Painting II and Computer Photography & Graphic Design

12th- Drawing and Design IV and Painting III

*Upon the completion of Drawing and Design I and II, Fine Art students will have to submit a

portfolio for approval in order to remain in the Spartan School of Art.

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Digital Art

9th - Drawing and Design I and Computer Art I*

10th - Animation I and Computer Art II

11th - Computer Photography/Graphic Design

12th - Computer Generated Modeling Fundamentals

****Upon the completion of Drawing and Design I and Computer Art I, Digital Art students will

have to submit a portfolio for approval in order to remain in the Spartan School of Art

Academy students will be required to participate in National Art Honor Society or Art Club each

year. Students must also participate in the annual district art show and provide a senior exhibit in

the art show.

001561 – EXPLORATION OF ART


Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This course is designed to explore Visual Art while meeting the NJ State requirements for Visual

and Performing Arts. Students will gain an appreciation for the Arts while acquiring knowledge

and skills that increase aesthetic awareness. The process of critique will also be a focus via

identification of various historical, social and cultural influences in the arts.

**NOTE: Students enrolled in this course will be required to purchase basic drawing supplies. A

list will be given on the first day of class.

Prerequisites: None

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001650 –PAINTING I Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This course is an introduction to painting using a variety of mediums with an emphasis on both

the mastery of skills and also an understanding of the conceptual basis behind painting. Students

will explore basic color theory, composition, paint mixing, as well as be exposed to various

techniques, periods, styles, and painting methods.



Prerequisites: Drawing and Design I

001675 – ADVANCED PAINTING II/III

Course Length: Year



Advanced Painting II/III is an upper level course designed for the art student who has the desire

to strengthen their painting skills. Students will continue to build on methods and practices from

Color Workshop and Painting. They will experiment with watercolor, chalk pastel and oil with a

focus on broadening their understanding of art history, criticism, aesthetics and production that

leads to the creation of portfolio-quality work.



Prerequisites: Color Workshop & Painting or Drawing & Design III, Teacher Recommendation

001666 – COMPUTER ART I Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This course is an introduction to computer generated art using the program “Adobe Photoshop

Elements”. Students will learn basic program operations by creating original graphics and

manipulate digital images. They will also gain an understanding of the Elements and Principles

of Design and incorporate them in their computer generated art projects.

Prerequisites: None

001667 – COMPUTER ART II Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This course is a continuation of Computer Art I wherein students will build on the skills

previously learned as well as master advanced features of “Adobe Photoshop Elements”. The

Elements and Principles of Design will be emphasized while creating original graphic designs.

Prerequisites: Computer Art I

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001654 – DRAWING AND DESIGN I Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Drawing is a natural expressive activity. It is also a skill which can be learned. Each person has

his/her own personal means of expression which can be heightened by the development and

practice of drawing and design skills. Students will learn techniques with a variety of materials,

such as pencils, charcoal, pen and ink, pastels, and colored pencils. A variety of subject matter

will be explored.



Prerequisites: None

001655 – DRAWING AND DESIGN II Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This is a course designed for those students who have a stronger inclination toward drawing.

Students will continue to build on Drawing and Design I skills, adding more experiences and

choices with a variety of mediums including pastels, charcoal, watercolor, printmaking, metal,

etc. Several portfolio pieces will be produced, and Graphic Arts will be introduced. The use of

image editing programs will be utilized to create and manipulate images.




001656 – DRAWING AND DESIGN III/IV – Advanced Art/Portfolio Preparation

Course Length: Year



Drawing and Design III is an advanced level course designed for the motivated art student who

has the desire to strengthen the drawing and design skills that were developed in the prerequisite

courses. Students will continue to build on methods and practices learned in these courses with

an emphasis on observational drawing as well as unique and creative uses of the principles of

design. Enjoy experimenting with various media, including but not limited to, graphite, colored

pencil, charcoal, pastels, paint, mixing media, printmaking, airbrush, paper sculpture, digital

photography, screen printing, etc. Students will begin to develop their own style of artwork in

order to prepare a portfolio suitable for review by art schools and art departments around the

country.



Prerequisites: Drawing and Design II

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001652 – COMPUTER PHOTOGRAPHY AND GRAPHIC DESIGN Course Length: Year



Students will work closely with yearbook editors to create amazing headline graphics and special

artwork that may be included in the yearbook! This course is an excellent choice for a student

who would like to get involved in yearbook production for DHS. Use the full version of the

industry standard software program Adobe “Photoshop” to create and manipulate high resolution

photos using a scanner and a digital camera. Merge these images with vector graphics you create

in “Illustrator” using various tools including a Wacom pressure sensitive tablet. Combine the

use of these two programs to create fantastic logos, commercial package designs, illustrations,

web pages, web sites, and several professional quality publications such as the actual Deptford

DORIAN yearbook. Opportunities for portfolio-quality, original artwork will be available.


001672 – ANIMATION I Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

In this course, modern day animators will be introduced to the productions process of short

animation film making. Students will gain production experience in the artistic planning,

storyboarding, and developing of ideas for traditional and digital hand-drawn animation.

Computer animation software will be explored to produce full color animation with sound. The

12 Principles of Animation will be enforced and history of animation will be explored. Students

will use the latest technology to render finished animation via computer software and/or a digital

pencil test machine that has capabilities to transfer image media to a computer for specific

playback formats.

Prerequisites: None

001673 – ANIMATION II Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5


Animation II allows students to explore the creation of a comic book animation, while learning

its unique method of storytelling for both comics and animation. Implementation of drawing,

cultural, and computer art techniques will be utilized to create the visual components of

storytelling. The modern day styles of comics, including animation styles, will be reflected in

the design of characters, props, and scene layouts. Various projects include story layout,

traditional/digital inking pencil drawings, coloring scanned line art, illustrating action and

emotions, and ultimately producing an animated sequence in a comic book style format.

Prerequisites: Animation I

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001670 – 3D STUDIO ART I Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This course is an overview of basic skills used to create three-dimensional works of art.

Exploration of problems designed to investigate the relationship of form to function, building

processes to materials, and transformations of space will be the focus of the introductory course.

Projects may include: Mosaics, foam board construction, wire sculpture, and plaster/paper

mache sculpture. Students will experiment with different art techniques including painting.

Each student is encouraged to find his or her own way of working to achieve the best results.

Prerequisites: None

001671 – 3D STUDIO ART II Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This course allows students to explore different areas of sculpture in greater depth with more

independence. Emphasis will be placed on utilization of tools and techniques and developing

critical, formal analysis of three-dimensional objects and their relationship to space. Different

projects will include: clay construction, plaster carving, wire sculpture, weaving and tile. Each

student will be encouraged to develop his or her own independent projects to deepen and develop

skills learned in 3D Studio Art I.

Prerequisites: 3D Studio Art I

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MUSIC

PROGRAM OF STUDIES The Deptford Township Schools have a fine music program. Our music groups are well known

for their numerous awards. High School music is an extension of the musical training students

receive within the Deptford Schools as well as through private lessons. Distinctive programs

operate in Grades 9 – 12. These are shown below.

PROGRAM: GRADES 9 – 12

BASIC COURSES ACCELERATED COURSES Chorus Concert Choir

Concert Band Wind Ensemble

Stage Band Jazz Ensemble

Music Theory I AP Music Theory

Vocal Lessons

Instrumental Lessons

SPARTAN SCHOOL OF MUSIC (Vocal or Instrumental)

Program Requirements

9th Grade - Musical Ensemble, Piano II, Lessons, Jury

10th Grade - Musical Ensemble, Secondary Ensemble, Lessons, Jury

11th Grade - Musical Ensemble, Music Theory II, Lessons, Jury

12th Grade - Musical Ensemble, Senior Performance, Lessons, Jury

INFORMATION OF NOTE Students must be enrolled in an instrumental performance group in order to enroll in

Instrumental Lessons. Students should select only Basic music performance courses (Chorus,

Concert Band, and Stage Band). They will be assigned to the appropriate advanced courses

based on auditions.

001580 - PIANO I


Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This course consists of a basic piano curriculum that reflects the goals consistent with those of

NJ core curriculum. It encourages the student to develop the skills necessary to increase their

technical awareness of piano music; provides opportunity to produce artistic performances;

develops the ability of the student to critique artistic performance and develops their aesthetic

awareness to recognize the relevance of music in society

Prerequisites: None

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001581 - PIANO II


Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This course is designed to explore piano instruction while meeting the NJ State requirements for

Performing Arts. Students will gain an appreciation for the Arts while acquiring knowledge and

skills that increase aesthetic awareness in the area. The process of critique will also be a focus

via identification of various performance based piano repertoire, use of basic recording software

and intermediate level music notation. There is a basic piano curriculum that reflects the goals

consistent with those of NJ core curriculum. It encourages the student to develop the skills

necessary to increase their technical awareness of piano music; provides opportunity to produce

artistic performances; develops the ability of the student to critique artistic performance and

develops their aesthetic awareness to recognize the relevance of music in society.

Prerequisites: Spartan Academy student or teacher recommendation

001555 – MUSIC THEORY I Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Music Theory I is for students interested in pursuing an in-depth analytical study of the art of

music. This course establishes a fundamental understanding of the principles associated with the

creation of music. Students will develop musicianship skills through the study of elemental

Music Theory concepts such as basic rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic analysis, composition,

arrangement, and aural skills. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be

eligible to take Advanced Placement Music Theory.

Prerequisites: Previous musical interest or experience is helpful, but not required

001557 – MUSIC THEORY II


Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Music Theory II is for students interested in continuing an in-depth analytical study of the art of

music composition and structure. In this course, students will expand on previous knowledge of

basic music fundamentals in areas such as rhythm, key signatures, melodic writing, harmonic

writing, composition and arranging techniques, and aural training.

Prerequisites: Selection to Spartan School of Music Academy/Teacher Recommendation

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001556 – ADVANCED PLACEMENT MUSIC THEORY Course Length: Year

Credits: 5 (AP)


This course is for students interested in pursuing an in-depth study of the complex theoretical

concepts associated with Music Theory such as rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic analysis,

composition, arrangement, and aural skills. Fundamental knowledge of musicianship skills

established in Music Theory I will be refined and augmented. Students are strongly

recommended to participate in the Advanced Placement College Credit Exam. Prerequisites: Music Theory II and Student Advancement Recommendations

001553 – CONCERT BAND Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

The Concert Band offers high school musicians an opportunity to perform band literatures from

various time periods. The band rehearses daily to improve musicianship skills, and to learn

music for various public performances. Musical growth and improvement will be emphasized,

and students will be given an overall appreciation of music. A student may audition for the

Concert Band if he or she plays a brass, woodwind, or concert percussion instrument. Auditions

will be held in the spring for the following school year. Auditions will be coordinated through

the band director.

Prerequisites: Student Advancement Recommendations/Audition

001566 – STAGE BAND Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

The purpose of Stage Band is to bring the medium of jazz to interested students. The band

performs at various public performances throughout the year. Jazz material from various style

periods will be covered throughout the course, as well as jazz harmony, improvisation, and jazz

history. Students will be selected for Stage Band by the general audition in the spring. Eligible

students must play one of the following instruments: trumpet, trombone, saxophone, drums,

piano, bass, or percussion.


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001558 – JAZZ ENSEMBLE Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

The purpose of Jazz Ensemble is to bring the medium of jazz to more advanced students. The

band performs at various public performances throughout the year. Jazz material from various

style periods will be covered throughout the course, as well as jazz harmony, improvisation, and

jazz history. Students will be selected for Jazz Ensemble by a general audition in the spring.

Eligible students must play one of the following instruments: trumpet, trombone, saxophone,

drums, piano, bass, or percussion.


001559 – WIND ENSEMBLE Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

The Wind Ensemble offers an advanced musical alternative to Concert Band. The Wind

Ensemble is a select band and students will be appointed by director audition. Auditions will be

held in the spring for the following school year. The Wind Ensemble will perform band music

on a university or professional level. Students will be selected according to a set instrumentation

list, which will be determined by the conductor each school year. Students will be required to re-

audition for Wind Ensemble each school year.


001564 – INSTRUMENTAL LESSONS Course Length: Year

Credits: 1

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Instrumental Lessons will utilize method books and small ensemble materials. The material

taught will cover basic and advanced instrumental techniques, rhythm, scales, musicianship,

phrasing, sight-reading, and listening skills. Lessons will be held on a rotating schedule one

class period per week. All students scheduled for either Concert Band, Stage Band, Wind

Ensemble, or Jazz Ensemble will be automatically scheduled for Instrumental Lessons.

Prerequisites: Student must be scheduled in Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, Stage Band or Jazz

Ensemble

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001554 – CHORUS, CONCERT CHOIR, MIXED CHOIR

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Any student with an interest in singing may audition for a vocal ensemble. There are three

ensembles: Chorus, Concert Choir and Mixed Choir. Chorus is an all-female group. Concert

Choir and Mixed Choir are different level ensembles utilizing both male and female voices.

Each ensemble performs music from a wide variety of styles. Music fundamentals such as note-

reading, rhythm and sight-reading will be stressed throughout the year. While no prior

experience is necessary, students must possess a desire and interest for the course. Every student

must pass a placement audition in the spring to be placed in the appropriate ensemble for the

following school year.

Prerequisites: Audition for correct placement

001563 – VOCAL LESSONS Course Length: Year

Credits: 1

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Vocal lessons will utilize method books, as well as large and small ensemble materials. The

material taught will cover basic and advanced vocal techniques, vocalizes, tone quality,

intonation, diction, foreign languages, solfeggio, rhythm, notation, phrasing, sight-singing,

scales, standard choral literature and repertoire, and basic musicianship skills. Lessons will be

held on a rotating schedule one-class period per week. All students scheduled for either Chorus

or Concert Choir will be automatically scheduled for Vocal Lessons.

Prerequisites: Student must be scheduled for a vocal ensemble or pass an audition.

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THEATER

PROGRAM OF STUDIES

An education in theater is essential to human, social, and economic growth. The course offerings

are also designed to empower students to create, reshape, and fully participate in the community,

as well as improve one’s quality of life.

COURSE DESCRIPTION IN THEATER

001572 – ACTING I

001574 – ACTING II


Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

In this course, students are expected to read, discuss, write about, memorize, and perform plays.

Students will complete homework reading assignments in the course textbook, complete quizzes

and tests based on textbook material, and study acting methodology through improvisation,

movement, and performance projects.

Prerequisites: This course is open to students in grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 who have expressed a

strong interest in theatrical productions as a member of the cast. Previous theatrical experience

is recommended.

Note: Acting I and Acting II are offered in alternate years. Acting I in 2020-2021

Acting II in 2019-2020

001573 – THEATRICAL DESIGN I

001575 – THEATRICAL DESIGN II Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

In this course, future theater technicians learn the fundamentals of scenic design, lighting, sound,

makeup, and costumes through a hands-on approach involving drafting and manipulating stage

equipment. Students will spend part of the course working in the auditorium to build the Fall

Play set. Students will also read plays and musicals ranging from classical to contemporary

theater, using these as the basis for the designs. Written assignments, quizzes, and tests will be

assigned based on information gathered from the textbook and daily participation.

Prerequisites: This course is offered during the fall semester and is open to all students,

including those who have taken Theater Production

Note: Theatrical Design I and Theatrical Design II are offered in alternate years. Theatrical Design I in 2020-2021

Theatrical Design II in 2019-2020

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WORLD LANGUAGES

PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT It is the objective of the World Language department to provide, in a four-year sequence, courses

that offer a general educational background in the target language which will prepare students for

more advanced study or for work in related areas. The overall goals in World Language are

effective communication and cultural understanding. We also aim to develop self-reliance and

personal responsibility through a variety of experiences within the program, such as individual

and group work, social functions, pupil-teacher planning, research, and creative projects in

related areas.

PROGRAM OF STUDIES Students can enter any of the language programs offered at any grade level. All languages have

rich traditions. Generally speaking, no one language is any better preparation for college than

any other. A number of students today take a World Language just to be able to know and

appreciate how people from other countries talk!

FRENCH PROGRAM SPANISH PROGRAM French I Spanish I

French II Spanish II

ADVANCED COURSES ADVANCED COURSES Advanced French III Advanced Spanish I

Advanced French IV Advanced Spanish II

Advanced Spanish III

Advanced Spanish IV

Advanced Placement Spanish

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS IN WORLD LANGUAGE

001511 – FRENCH I Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

French I emphasizes achievement of a working vocabulary, basic grammar and sufficient

background material to implement elementary usage. Short reading selections are utilized.

Daily dialogues and writing exercises aim at increasing fluency and ease of usage.

Prerequisites: None

001512 – FRENCH II Course Length: Year

Credits: 5


French II further develops the reading, writing and oral skills introduced in French I. The

student reads easy selections from current native periodicals and authors. Grammar is reinforced

through writing exercises concerning the reading materials. Oral emphasis is on longer

dialogues implementing new vocabulary.

Prerequisites: French I

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001513 – ADVANCED FRENCH III/IV Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 11, 12

The course material in French III & IV is a two-year program; therefore, the course may be

repeated for credit. Students are exposed to both classical and modern French literature, history,

and general culture. Grammar points and vocabulary are reviewed daily through brief oral and

written exercises which aim at smoothness of expression and increased understanding of

advanced usage. One unit in each year’s study consists of individual student research projects

and written and oral presentations of findings. Emphasis is placed on student comprehension

and discussion of literary and historical aspects of the French heritage.

Prerequisites: French II

001541 – SPANISH I Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This course is an introduction to the language and culture of the Spanish-speaking people.

Vocabulary and grammar necessary for everyday conversation are learned. Hispanic customs

and culture are introduced.

Prerequisites: None

001546 – ADVANCED SPANISH I

Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This course is an introduction to the language and culture of the Spanish-speaking people.

Vocabulary and grammar necessary for everyday conversation are learned. Hispanic customs

and culture are introduced. This class will move at a faster pace than Spanish I and will place

more emphasis on oral and aural language skills. Students will be expected to converse with the

teacher and peers in the target language. Requirements of the course include oral interviews,

independent projects, and a written and oral component of the midterm and final exams.

Prerequisites: A 91 average in 8th grade Literacy class; must be proficient on the 8th grade

ELA portion of the NJSLA-ELA; teacher recommendation

001542 – SPANISH II Course Length: Year

Credits: 5


This is a continued study of the language and culture with an emphasis on increasing vocabulary.

Speaking and listening skills are improved and basic grammar study is further developed.

Prerequisites: Spanish I

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001547 – ADVANCED SPANISH II

Course Length: Year



This course is a continued study of the language and culture of the Spanish-speaking people.

Speaking and listening skills are improved and basic grammar study is further developed. This

class will move at a faster pace than Spanish II and will place more emphasis on oral and aural

language skills. Students will be expected to converse with the teacher and peers in the target

language. Requirements of the course include oral interview, independent projects, and a written

and oral component of the midterm and final exams.

Prerequisites: A 91 average in Spanish I, teacher recommendation

001543 – ADVANCED SPANISH III Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 11, 12

Close examination of Spanish grammar and composition comprises the emphasis for third-year

Spanish. Selections from the Spanish classics in literature will be read.

Prerequisites: A 91 average in Spanish II, an 85 average in advanced Spanish II

001544 – ADVANCED SPANISH IV Course Length: Year

Credits: 5 (Honors)

Grade Level: 12

This course offers the opportunity for students to increase their proficiency in Spanish.

Advanced work in conversation will be included and Spanish literature will be studied.

Prerequisites: A 91 average in Spanish III, an 85 average in advanced Spanish III

001545 – ADVANCED PLACEMENT SPANISH Course Length: Year

Credits: 5 (AP)

Grade Level: 12

This course focuses on mastery of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in Spanish.

Major units of study include: vocabulary building, frequent Spanish composition writings,

listening comprehension of narratives, long/short dialogues in Spanish on non-technical topics,

and the usage of all verb tenses and moods, especially the subjunctive. Students are encouraged

to speak in class in Spanish. International career opportunities are also studied. Students are

strongly recommended to participate in the Advanced Placement College Credit Exam. Prerequisites: Advanced Spanish III and teacher recommendation

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GLOUCESTER COUNTY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

VOCATIONAL PROGRAM

PROGRAM OF STUDIES Regardless of the location at which a student studies, the programs are offered on a shared-time

basis. This means that a student spends about half his/her time in the Gloucester County Institute

of Technology Vocational Program and the other half in classes leading to graduation from

Deptford Township High School.

INFORMATION OF NOTE 15 credits will be awarded for the shared time programs. These GCIT Vocational courses are

offered in the afternoon session only.

101825 – EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND FIRE SCIENCE

Grade Level: 12

One-Year Program This one year occupation program, with an internship component as required for Fire Fighter 1,

is for high school seniors only. The Emergency Response and Fire Science program will prepare

students for careers in the field of fire protection, technology and the wide range of services

provided by the modern fire department. Also included will be emergency medical services,

understanding hazardous materials, basic communications officer, emergency medical dispatch

and incident management training. This program will run from September to June (180 days) in

the afternoon for a total of 450 hours of classroom-based instruction. The program will be

combined with a summer internship with local fire departments for completion of the Fire

Fighter I certification. Students must be 18 years of age to participate in internship. The

internship requirement will be waived should the student demonstrate prior volunteer experience

with local fire departments to the standard required for certification.

201934 – LAW ENFORCEMENT

Grade Level: 12

One-Year Program The Law Enforcement program has been developed to better prepare students for work in the

future through the linking of public law enforcement and private security services, a community-

based organization, and community college. Students will participate in classroom and career

related experiences at “on-site” locations. Learning will occur in the classroom and the

community as students actively participate in various aspects of law enforcement and Private

Security. Upon completion, students will be prepared for employment in private security, cadet

status with a municipal police department or sheriff’s office, higher education and military

careers in Law Enforcement.

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