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Course Offerings & Program Information

(2015-2016)

For Students in Grades 10, 11, & 12

Montgomery Blair High School 51 University Blvd, East Silver Spring, MD 20901

301-649-2800 www.mbhs.edu

Renay Johnson, Principal

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MBHS Course Offerings Bulletin (2015-2016)

For course descriptions, go to: www.mcpscourses.org

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Table of Contents

Counseling Department Information 4

Course Offerings List (2015-2016) 5

Course Offerings @ Off-Campus Locations

The Registration Process & Schedule Change Policy

Maryland High School Diploma Requirements & Promotion Regulation

Academies & Programs @ Blair

Academy of Entrepreneurship and Business Management (ENT)

Academy of Human Services Professions (HSP)

Academy of International Studies and Law (ISL)

Academy of Media, Music and the Arts (MMA)

Academy of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)

Communication Arts Program (CAP)

Science, Mathematics and Computer Science Magnet Program

ESOL Program

Sample Course Schedules

Course Expectations & Placement Recommendations

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Counseling Department Montgomery Blair High School

Phone Numbers

Counseling Office: 301-649-2810 Registrar’s Office: 301-649-2822 College/Career Center: 301-649-2819

Resource Counselor

Ms. Jane Godwin

Counselors Mr. Roland Hollins A – Bi Mr. Kirk Simms Bj – Coq Ms. Susanne Bray Cor – Fo Ms. Emily Putney Fp – He Dr. Daryl Howard Hf – La Ms. Evelyn Martinez Lb – Me Mr. Alphonso Burwell Mf – O Ms. LaShell Wilson P – Rom Ms. Charlain Bailey Ron – Te Ms. Jennifer Taylor Tf – Ya Ms. Jane Godwin Yb – Z Dr. Vilma Nadal METS 1 & 2 students

College/Career Center Coordinator Ms. Phalia West

Registrar

Ms. Marguerite Berardi

Secretaries Ms. Priscilla Shub Ms. Fran Conway

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Course Offerings & Program Information For Students in Grades 10, 11, & 12

Montgomery Blair High School (2015-2016)

KEY TO SYMBOLS FA Fine Arts Course

TE Technology Education Course AT Advanced Technology Course H Honors Level Course AL Advanced Level Course AP Advanced Placement Course BIO Science course that satisfies biology requirement PSC Science course that satisfies physical science requirement SC Science course that satisfies third science credit WL Course that satisfies the world language credit US History course that satisfies the US history credit WH History course that satisfies the world history credit GOV History course that satisfies the US government credit HE Course that satisfies the health education credit PE Course that satisfies the physical education credit ALG Math course that satisfies the algebra credit GEO Math course that satisfies the geometry credit SP Single Period DP Double Period TP Triple Period CB Career Cluster Business Management and Finance CE Career Cluster Education, Training and Child Studies CH Career Cluster Human and Consumer Services, Hospitality and Tourism CI Career Cluster Information Technologies CL Career Cluster Law, Government, Public Safety and Administration CW Career Cluster Work Based Opportunities, Career Education # Recommendation or audition required to take this course % Magnet & CAP class open to any 11th or 12th grader who meets the pre-requisite

$ Fees are required as a part of the course (see instructor for details)

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS English Courses English grade level courses require successful completion of the prior grade level’s English course. Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

1321 / 1322 English 10 A/B EN 10 English 9 132140 / 132240 English 10 A/B ESOL Bridge # EN 10 ESOL/RELL students. Must be

recommended for course 1323 / 1324 Honors English 10 A/B H EN 10 English 9 1331 / 1332 English 11 A/B EN 11 English 10 133140 / 133240 English 11 A/B ESOL Bridge # EN 11 ESOL/RELL students. Must be

recommended for course 1333 / 1334 Honors English 11 A/B H EN 11 English 10 1015 / 1016 AP Language and Composition

A/B AP EN 11 English 10

1341 / 1342 English 12 A/B EN 12 English 11 134140 / 134240 English 12 A/B ESOL Bridge # EN 12 ESOL/RELL students. Must be

recommended for course 1343 / 1344 Honors English 12 A/B H EN 12 English 11 134330 / 134430 English 12 American Studies

A/B # H EN 12 English 11 & Teacher recommendation

1017 / 1018 AP Literature and Composition A/B

AP EN 12 English 11

English Electives Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

114231 College Test Prep S1 9-12 114232 College Test Prep S2 9-12 1130 / 1135 Advanced Composition A/B,

Creative Writing 10-12 English 9

115231 / 115331 Advanced Composition 2 A/B, Creative Writing

AL 10-12 Advanced Composition

1150 / 1151 Journalism A/B 9-12 1152 / 1153 Silver Chips Print A/B AL 10-12 Journalism A/B 115230 / 115330 Silver Chips On-Line A/B AL 10-12 Journalism A/B 1167 / 1168 Yearbook A/B 9-12 1169 / 1170 Yearbook 2A/B # 10-12 Teacher Recommendation 6926 / 6927 Theater 1 A/B FA 10-12 6928 / 6929 Theater 2 A/B FA 11-12 Theater 1 6912 Advanced Acting FA 10-12 Theater 1 & 2 6913 Stage Design FA 11-12 Theater 1 & 2 6914 Play Directing FA 11-12 Theater 1 & 2 1462 Oral Interpretation/Shakespeare FA 11-12 English 10 7860 / 7862 TV Production 1 / 2 9-12 6906 Literature as Film 9-12 1050 African American Literature 11-12 1055 Lights Camera Literacy

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ESOL (ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES) ESOL English Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

1201 / 1211 ESOL Level 1 A/B EN 9-12 ESOL Level 1 students. Must be concurrently enrolled in ESOL Level 1 Elective A/B (121700/121800)

1217 / 1218 ESOL Level 1 Elective A/B 9-12 ESOL Level 1 students. Must be concurrently enrolled in ESOL Level 1 A/B (120100/121100)

1202 / 1212 ESOL Level 2 A/B EN 9-12 ESOL Level 2 students. Must be concurrently enrolled in ESOL Level 2 Elective A/B (121900/122000)

1219 / 1220 ESOL Level 2 Elective A/B 9-12 ESOL Level 2 students. Students must be concurrently enrolled in ESOL Level 2 A/B (120200/121200)

1203 / 1213 ESOL Level 3 A/B EN 9-12 ESOL Level 3 students. Must be concurrently enrolled in ESOL Lab A/B (120600/121600)

1206 / 1216 ESOL Lab A/B (Level 3) 9-12 ESOL Level 3 students. Must be concurrently enrolled in ESOL Level 3 A/B (120300/121300)

1204 / 1214 ESOL Level 4 A/B EN 9-12 ESOL Level 4 students 1205 / 1215 ESOL Level 5 A/B EN 9-12 ESOL Level 5 students 132140 / 132240 English 10 A/B ESOL Bridge # EN 10 ESOL/RELL students. Must be

recommended for course 133140 / 133240 English 11 A/B ESOL Bridge # EN 11 ESOL/RELL students. Must be

recommended for course 134140 / 134240 English 12 A/B ESOL Bridge # EN 12 ESOL/RELL students. Must be

recommended for course 1253 / 1254 METS ESOL Level 1 A/B 9-12 METS ESOL Level 1 students. Must be

concurrently enrolled in METS ESOL Level 1 Elective A/B (121735/121835)

121740 / 121840 METS ESOL Level 1 Elective A/B

9-12 METS ESOL Level 1 students. Must be concurrently enrolled in METS ESOL Level 1 A/B (125300/125400)

120140 / 121140 METS ESOL Level 2 A/B EN 9-12 METS ESOL Level 2 students. Must be concurrently enrolled in METS ESOL Level 2 Elective A/B (121935/122035)

121940 / 122040 METS ESOL Level 2 Elective A/B

9-12 METS ESOL Level 2 students. Must be concurrently enrolled in METS ESOL Level 2 A/B (120135/121135)

ESOL Math Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

3113 / 3114 MAPS A/B ESOL SP 9-12 ESOL students 311340 / 311440 MAPS A/B METS DP 9-12 ESOL METS students. Must be taken

concurrently with ESOL Lab A/B METS MAPS DP (120635/121635)

120640 / 121640 ESOL Lab A/B METS MAPS DP

9-12 ESOL METS students. Must be taken concurrently with MAPS A/B METS DP (311335/311435)

1243 / 1244 Language of Math 9-12 ESOL METS Students 311134 / 311234 Algebra 1 A/B ESOL L1 DP ALG 9-12 ESOL Level 1 students. Must be taken

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concurrently with Related Math ESOL L1 DP (323134/323234)

323134 / 323234 Related Math A/B ESOL L1 DP 9-12 ESOL Level 1 students. Must be taken concurrently with Algebra 1 ESOL L1 DP (311134/311234)

311140 / 311240 Algebra 1 A/B ESOL DP ALG 9-12 ESOL students. Must be taken concurrently with Related Math ESOL DP (323133/323233)

323140 / 323240 Related Math A/B ESOL 9-12 ESOL students. Must be taken concurrently with Algebra 1 ESOL DP (311133/311233)

320140 / 320240 Geometry A/B ESOL GEO 9-12 ESOL students who have completed Algebra 1. Must be taken concurrently with Geometry Support ESOL (305133 / 305233)

305140 / 305240 Geometry Support A/B ESOL 9-12 ESOL students who have completed Algebra 1. Must be taken concurrently with Geometry A/B ESOL (320133 / 320233)

ESOL Science Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

394140 / 394240 Physical Science A/B ESOL PSC 9-12 ESOL students 363140 / 363240 Biology A/B ESOL BIO 9-12 ESOL students 383140 / 383240 Physics A/B ESOL PSC 9-12 ESOL students who have completed

Algebra 1 and are enrolled in Geometry or higher level math

ESOL Social Studies Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

1246 / 1247 US Culture: Past and Present A/B

9-12 METS or ESOL Level 1 students

211040 / 211240 US History A/B ESOL Bridge US 9-10 210740 / 210840 NSL Government A/B ESOL

Bridge GOV 10-12 ESOL students

222140 / 222240 Modern World History A/B ESOL Bridge

WH 11-12 ESOL students

ESOL Reading Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

113934 / 114034 Academic Reading A/B METS 1 9-12 ESOL METS 1 students 113935 / 114035 Academic Reading A/B METS 2 9-12 ESOL METS 2 students 113931 / 114031 Academic Reading (Pre-Read

180) A/B # 9-12

113940 / 114040 Academic Reading (Read 180) A/B ESOL #

9-12 ESOL students

113932 / 114032 Academic Reading (Post-Read 180) A/B ESOL #

9-12 ESOL Students

113933 / 114033 Academic Reading ESOL 9-12 ESOL Students ESOL Electives Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

783540 Health Education ESOL HE 10-12 ESOL students

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652040 / 652140 Piano A/B ESOL FA 9-12 ESOL students FINE ARTS Visual Arts Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

6055 / 6056 Foundations of Art A/B $ FA 9-12 6454 / 6455 Art & Culture A/B $ FA 9-12 6381 / 6391 Ceramics & Sculpture A/B $ FA 9-12 Ceramics A is prerequisite for Ceramics B 6383 / 6393 Ceramics & Sculpture 2 A/B $ FA 10-12 Ceramics & Sculpture 1 6385 / 6386 Ceramics & Sculpture 3 A/B $ AL FA 11-12 Ceramics & Sculpture 2 631330 / 631430 Adv Studio Ceramics A/B $ AL FA 10-12 Ceramics & Sculpture 3 6496 / 6497 Digital Art 1 A/B $ FA 10-12 Foundations of Art 6498 / 6499 Advanced Digital Art A/B $ AL FA 10-12 Digital Art 1 6355 / 6356 Fashion Drawing/Design A/B $ FA 9-12 Fashion Drawing/Design A is prerequisite

for Fashion Drawing/Design B 6345 / 6346 Photography 1 A/B $ FA 9-12 Photography A is prerequisite for

Photography B 6347 / 6348 Photography 2 A/B $ FA 10-12 Photography 1 631331 / 631431 Adv Studio Photography A/B $ AL FA 10-12 Photography 1 & 2 6105 / 6106 Studio Art 1 A/B $ FA 10-12 Foundations of Art or Drawing/Design 6205 / 6206 Studio Art 2 A/B $ FA 11-12 Studio Art 1 6305 / 6306 Studio Art 3 A/B $ AL FA 12 Studio Art 1 & 2 Dance, Theater, & Media Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

6017 / 6018 Dance as Fine Art A/B FA 9-12 6926 / 6927 Theater 1 A/B FA 10-12 6928 / 6929 Theater 2 A/B FA 11-12 Theater 1 6912 Advanced Acting FA 10-12 Theater 1 & 2 6913 Stage Design FA 11-12 Theater 1 & 2 6914 Play Directing FA 11-12 Theater 1 & 2 1462 Oral Interpretation/Shakespeare FA 11-12 English 10 7860 / 7862 TV Production 1 / 2 9-12 Music/General Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

6520 / 6521 Piano 1 A/B FA 9-12 652040 / 652140 Piano 1 A/B ESOL FA 9-12 6535 / 6536 Piano 2 A/B FA 9-12 Piano 1 6585 / 6586 Guitar 1 A/B FA 9-12 6591 / 6592 Guitar 2 A/B FA 9-12 Guitar 1 6605 / 6607 Music Technology A/B FA 9-12 6545 / 6546 Music Theory & Composition

A/B FA 9-12

6547 / 6548 AP Music Theory & Composition A/B

AP FA 9-12 Music Theory or permission of instructor

Music/Choral Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

6701 / 6702 General Chorus 1 A/B FA 9-12 6743 / 6744 Chamber Choir A/B # H FA 9-12 Teacher recommendation

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6745 / 6746 Show Choir A/B # FA 9-12 Audition Music/Instrumental Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

6811 Beginning Band (World Drumming) Semester Elective

FA 9-12

6821 / 6822 Concert Band A/B FA 9-12 6851 / 6852 Concert Orchestra (Strings) A/B FA 9-12 6828 / 6829 Honors Symphonic Band A/B # H FA 9-12 Concert Band or audition 6868 / 6869 Honors Symphonic Orchestra

A/B # H FA 9-12 Concert Orchestra or audition

6871 / 6872 Jazz Ensemble A/B # FA 9-12 Concert Band, Concert Orchestra or audition

6873 / 6874 Honors Jazz Ensemble A/B # H FA 9-12 Audition HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

7835 Health Education HE 10-12 Grade 10 or above 7841 Honors Health Education H HE 10-12 Grade 10 or above 783540 Health Education – ESOL # HE 10-12 Grade 10 or above, current ESOL student 783591 Health Education – Inclusion # HE 10-12 Grade 10 or above, Must be designated in

IEP 7833 Family Life and Human

Development 11-12 Health Education

7720 / 7721 General Physical Education S1/S2

PE 9-12

774231 / 774232 Specialty PE Basketball S1/S2 PE 9-12 774331 / 774332 Specialty PE Dance S1/S2 PE 9-12 774531 / 774532 Specialty PE Fitness S1/S2 PE 9-12 774831 / 774832 Specialty PE Soccer S1/S2 PE 9-12 775231 / 775232 Specialty PE Wesight Training

S1/S2 PE 9-12

775233 / 775234 Specialty PE Advanced Weight Training

PE 10-12

773731 / 773732 Specialty PE Net Sports S1/S2 PE 9-12 774361 / 774632 Specialty PE Flag Football

S1/S1 PE 9-12

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MATHEMATICS Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

3111 / 3112 Algebra 1 A/B Single Period AL 9-12 311130 / 311230 Algebra 1 A/B Double Period AL 9-12 Double period Algebra must be taken with

Related Math A/B (323155/323255) 3231 / 3232 Related Math A/B 9-12 Must be taken in conjunction with Algebra

1 A/B DP (311155/311255) 311191 / 311291 Algebra 1 A/B Double Period

Special Education # AL 9-12 Double period Algebra Special Education

must be taken with Related Math Special Education A/B (323191/323291) Course Enrollment must be indicated in student IEP.

323191 / 323291 Related Math A/B Special Education #

Related Math Special Education must be taken with Algebra 1A/B Double Period Special Education (311191/311291) Course Enrollment must be indicated in student IEP.

3201 / 3202 Geometry A/B Single Period GE 9-12 Algebra 1 320191 / 320291 Geometry A/B Double Period

Special Education # GE 9-12 Algebra 1

Geometry A/B Double Period Special Education must be taken with Geometry Support A/B Special Education (305191/305291) Course Enrollment must be indicated in student IEP.

305191 / 305291 Geometry Support A/B Special Education #

9-12 Algebra 1 Geometry Support A/B Special Education must be taken with Geometry A/B Double Period Special Education (320191/320291) Course Enrollment must be indicated in student IEP.

3203 / 3204 Honors Geometry A/B H GE 9-12 Algebra 1 3053 / 3054 Bridge to Algebra 2 A/B 10-12 Algebra 1 & Geometry 305391 / 305491 Bridge to Algebra 2 A/B Special

Education # 10-12 Algebra 1 & Geometry

Course enrollment must be indicated in student IEP

3301 / 3302 Algebra 2 A/B 9-12 Algebra 1 & Geometry 330191 / 330291 Algebra 2 A/B Special

Education # 91-12 Algebra 1 & Geometry

Course enrollment must be indicated in student IEP

3310 / 3311 Honors Algebra 2 A/B H 9-12 Algebra 1 & Geometry 3121 / 3122 Quantitative Literacy A/B 11-12 Algebra 2 or Bridge to Algebra 2 3489 / 3490 Precalculus A/B 9-12 Algebra 2 3350 / 3351 Honors Precalculus A/B H 9-12 Algebra 2 3356 / 3357 Calculus with Applications A/B AL 9-12 Precalculus 3322 / 3323 Statistics and Mathematical

Modeling A/B 11-12 Algebra 2

3320 / 3321 AP Statistics A/B AP 9-12 Algebra 2 3452 / 3453 AP Calculus AB A/B AP 9-12 Precalculus 3491 / 3492 AP Calculus BC A/B AP 9-12 Honors Precalculus 3050 Applied Statistics % AL

AP 11-12 Magnet Analysis 1A or AP Calculus BC

3423 Discrete Mathematics % AL 11-12 Magnet Precalculus or Functions or AP Calculus BC AND Analysis of Algorithms

3426 Linear Algebra % AL 11-12 Magnet Analysis 1B

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3190 Origins of Math % AL 11-12 Magnet Analysis 1B or Ap Calculus BC 3429 Logic Math % AL 11-12 Magnet Analysis 1B or AP Calculus BC 3324 / 3325 Senior Seminar in Statistical

Research A/B AL 12 Applied Statistics or AP Statistics.

Semester A = Political Statistics, Semester B = Sports Statistics

READING Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

1188 / 118830 College Prep Literacy 1 A/B # 9-12 1189 / 118930 College Prep Literacy 2 A/B # 9-12 119031 / 119032 College Prep Literacy 3 A/B # 9-12 1139 / 1140 Academic Reading A/B # 9-12 113930 / 114030 Academic Reading (Read 180)

A/B # 9-12

113931 / 114031 Academic Reading (Pre-Read 180) A/B ESOL #

9-12 ESOL students

113940 / 114040 Academic Reading (Read 180) A/B ESOL #

9-12 ESOL Students

113932 / 114032 Academic Reading (Post-Read 180) A/B ESOL #

9-12 ESOL Students

113934 / 114034 Academic Reading A/B METS 1 9-12 ESOL METS 1 students 113935 / 114035 Academic Reading A/B METS 2 9-12 ESOL METS 2 students 113933 / 114033 Academic Reading ESOL 9-12 ESOL Students 114391 / 114392 Developmental Reading A/B # 9-12 Course Enrollment must be indicated in

student IEP. SCIENCE Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

3941 / 3942 Physical Science A/B PSC 9-12 394140 / 394240 Physical Science A/B ESOL PSC 9-12 ESOL students 3631 / 3632 Biology A/B BIO 9-12 363140 / 363240 Biology A/B ESOL BIO 9-12 ESOL students 3621 / 3622 Honors Biology A/B H BIO 9-12 3721 / 3722 Chemistry A/B PSC 9-12 Completion of or concurrent enrollment in

Algebra II 3711 / 3712 Honors Chemistry A/B H PSC 9-12 Completion of or concurrent enrollment in

Algebra II 3831 / 3832 Physics A/B PSC 9-12 Algebra 1 with concurrent enrollment in

Geometry or higher level math 383140 / 383240 Physics A/B ESOL PSC 9-12 ESOL students who have completed

Algebra 1 and are concurrently enrolled in Geometry or higher level math

3821 / 3822 Honors Physics A/B H PSC 9-12 Completion of or concurrent enrollment in Algebra II

3761 / 3762 Anatomy and Physiology A/B AL BIO 9-12 Biology with concurrent enrollment or completion of Chemistry

3864 / 3865 Forensics A/B AL SC 11-12 Biology and either Chemistry or Physics 3671 / 3672 Horticulture Science A/B SC 9-12 3766 / 3767 Environmental Chemistry A/B PSC 10-12 3579 / 3577 Honors Geoscience Exporations

and Paleontology A/B H PSC 9-12

3659 / 3660 AP Environmental Science A/B AP SC 9-12 Biology completion required, chemistry

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completion recommended 3641 / 3642 AP Biology A/B SP AP BIO 9-12 Biology with concurrent enrollment or

completion of Chemistry 3651 / 3652 AP Biology DP AP BIO 9-12 Biology with concurrent enrollment or

completion of Chemistry 3741 / 3742 AP Chemistry A/B SP AP PSC 9-12 Chemistry and Algebra 2 3751 / 3752 AP Chemistry A/B DP AP PSC 9-12 Chemistry and Algebra 2 3841 / 3842 AP Physics A/B SP-Mechanics AP PSC 9-12 Physics and Precalculus 3851 / 3852 AP Physics A/B DP –

Mechanics and Electricity & Magnetism

AP PSC 9-12 Physics and Precalculus

2977 / 2978 STEM Academy Guided Research A/B #

AL 11-12 Recommendation from STEM Academy Lead Teacher required

3553 Marine Biology % AL BIO 11-12 Honors/AP Biology and Honors/AP Chemistry or Advanced Science 2 & 4

3554 Intro to Genetic Analysis DP % AL BIO 11-12 Honors/AP Biology and Honors/AP Chemistry or Advanced Science 2 & 4

3551 Cellular Physiology % AL BIO 11-12 Honors/AP Biology and Honors/AP Chemistry or Advanced Science 2 & 4

3556 Quantum Physics % AL PSC 11-12 AP Physics or Advanced Science 1 3544 Thermodynamics % AL PSC 11-12 AP Physics or Advanced Science 1,

Honors/AP Chemistry or Advanced Science 2 recommended

3543 Optics % AL PSC 11-12 Advanced Science 1 or AP Physics and AP Calculus BC or Magnet Analysis 1

3614 Intro to Physical Chemistry % AL PSC 11-12 Advanced Science 2 or AP Chemistry 3545 Analytical Chemistry % AL PSC 11-12 Advanced Science 2 or AP Chemistry 3547 Advanced topics in Earth

Science (Plate Tectonics and Oceanography) %

AL PSC 11-12 Honors Biology and Honors Chemistry or Advanced Science 2 & 4

3856 Astronomy % PSC 11-12 AP Physics or Advanced Science 1 3546 Materials Science % AL PSC 11-12 AP Chemistry or Advanced Science 2 3557 Origins of Science % AL PSC 11-12 3866 Intro to Biochemistry % AL SC 11-12 AP Biology and Honors Chemistry or

Advanced Science 2 & 4 3619 Organic Chemistry % AL SC 11-12 AP Chemistry or Advanced Science 2 3569 Entomology % SC 11-12 Honors Biology or Advanced Science 2

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SOCIAL STUDIES Required Social Studies Courses Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

2110 / 2112 US History A/B US 9 2111 / 2113 Honors US History A/B H US 9 2107 / 2108 NSL Government A/B GOV 10 2127 / 2128 Honors NSL Government A/B H GOV 10 2104 / 2105 AP NSL Government A/B AP GOV 10-12 2221 / 2222 Modern World History A/B MW 11-12 2223 / 2224 Honors Modern World History

A/B H MW 11-12

2240 / 2241 AP World History A/B AP MW 11-12 Social Studies Electives (Full Year) Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

2304 / 2313 Psychology 1/2 11-12 Must take Psychology 1 before Psychology 2

2305 / 2314 Sociology 1/2 11-12 Must take Sociology 1 before Sociology 2 2347 / 2348 Global Issues in the 21st Century

A/B 10-12

2141 / 2142 International Human Rights S1/S2

11-12

2309 / 2329 Cultural Anthropology A/B 11-12 5148 / 5149 Intro to Justice, Law and Society

A/B CL 9-12

5146 / 5147 Law and the Administration of Justice A/B

CL 10-12 Intro to Justice, Law and Society

5144 / 5145 Contemporary Issues in Justice, Law & Society

CL 11-12 Law and the Administration of Justice

2114 / 2124 AP US History A/B AP US 11-12 2132 / 2145 AP Comparative Government

and Politics A/B AP 11-12

2315 AP Macroeconomics AP 11-12 2316 AP Microeconomics AP 11-12 2303 Economics 11-12 4131 / 4132 Economics & Business Law A/B CB 10-12 2332 / 2333 AP Human Geography A/B AP 11-12 2330 / 2331 AP Psychology A/B AP 11-12 2216 / 2217 AP European History A/B AP 11-12 2339 / 2340 Student Leadership A/B # 9-12 Teacher Recommendation (SGA) 2311 Philosophy 11-12 2103 African American History 11-12 2206 Africa South of the Sahara

History 11-12

2204 Latin American History 11-12 2226 Middle East History 11-12 2218 Eastern Asia History 11-12 2320 Comparative Religions 11-12 2225 Seminar in Peace Studies 11-12 7849 Intro to Media Literacy 9-12 2344 Media in Society 11-12 2228 / 2229 Model UN A/B 9-12

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STUDY SKILLS & RESOURCE Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

114231 / 114232 College Test Prep S1/S2 9-12 Can only take one semester for credit 031031 / 031032 Study Hall (Regular) A/B 9-12 032032 / 032033 Study Hall ESOL 9-12 ESOL students 7933 / 7934 Alt 1 Resource A/B # 9-12 Must be enrolled in Alt 1 Program 793393 / 793493 SpEd Resource A/B # 9 Must have resource indicated on

Individualized Educational Plan 793394 / 793494 SpEd Resource A/B # 10-12 Must have resource indicated on

Individualized Educational Plan 793395 / 793495 SpEd Adv Resource A/B # 9-12 Must have advanced resource indicated on

Individualized Educational Plan TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION, COMPUTER SCIENCE, & CAREER EXPERIENCES Technology Education Courses Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

5161 / 5162 Foundations of Technology A/B TE 9-12 516191 / 516291 Foundations of Technology A/B

Special Education TE 9-12 Course enrollment must be indicated in

student IEP 5080 / 5081 Foundations of Technology

Automotive A/B TE 9-12

5152 / 5153 Intro to Engineering Design A/B TE 9-12 Algebra 1 2808 / 2809 Advanced Design Applications

A/B AL AT 10-12 Completion of basic tech ed credit

2810 / 2811 Advanced Technological Applications A/B

AL AT 10-12 Completion of basic tech ed credit

2905 / 2906 Advanced Software Applications A/B

CB, CI 10-12

2989 / 2990 Computer Programming 1 A/B AL CI 9-12 Geometry or Honors Geometry 2901 / 2902 AP Computer Science,

Computer Programming 2 A/B AP CI 10-12 Computer Programming 1

2953 / 2954 Algorithms & Data Structures A/B %

AL 9-12 Computer Programming 1 and teacher recommendation or Fundamentals of Computer Science

2956 Analysis of Algorithms % AL 10-12 AP Computer Science or Algorithms and Data Structures

2957 Computer Graphics % AL 11-12 Analysis of Algorithms 297730 Guided Research: 3-D Computer

Graphics % AL 11-12 Computer Graphics

2958 Software Design % AL 11-12 Computer Graphics 2985 Intro to Artificial Intelligence

with LISP % AL 11-12 Analysis of Algorithms

2986 Computational Methods % AL 11-12 Analysis of Algorithms and Magnet Analysis 1A or AP Calculus BC

2959 Computer Modeling and Simulation %

AL 11-12 Analysis of Algorithms and Magnet Analysis 1A or AP Calculus BC

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Business Courses Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

5450 / 5451 Entrepreneurship A/B CB, CH 10-12 Software Applications by Design 5431 / 5432 Marketing A/B CB 10-12 5433 / 5434 Marketing 2 A/B CB 11-12 Marketing 4111 / 4112 Accounting A/B CB 10-12 4113 / 4114 Honors Advanced Accounting

A/B H CB 11-12 Accounting

547110 / 547120 Internship, Business Management and Finance S1/S2

CB 11-12 2 credits in business related study

Early Childhood Education Courses Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

4847 / 4848 Child and Adolescent Development 1 A/B

CE 9-12


AL CE 10-12 Child and Adolescent Development 1


AL CE 11-12 Child and Adolescent Development 2

488410 / 488420 Advanced-level Education, Training, and Child Studies Internship S1/S2

AL CE 11-12 2 credits in education and child development study

4878 / 4879 Teaching as a Profession CE 10-12 Child and Adolescent Development 1 Work Experience & Internship Courses Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

8092 / 8093 College/Career Research and Development A/B

CW 10-12

8065 / 8066 Career Seminar A/B CW 11-12 College/Career Research and Development. Must be concurrently enrolled in Site Based Work Experience (544100/544200)

5441 / 5442 Site Based Work Experience DP A/B

CW 11-12 College/Career Research and Development. Must be concurrently enrolled in Career Seminar (806500/806600)

7813 / 7816 Student Internship SP A/B CW 9-12 7818 / 7819 Student Internship DP A/B CW 9-12 7822 / 7823 Student Internship TP A/B CW 9-12 781334 / 781634 Student Internship BLISS A/B # CW 9-12 Teacher/admin recommendation 060031 / 060032 Student Assistant (no credit) S1

or S2 # 11-12 Teacher/counselor recommendation

0995xy Abbreviated Schedule (no credit) #

12 Counselor/admin recommendation. For xy, x=semester, y=period

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WORLD LANGUAGES Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

1589 / 1590 Arabic 1 A/B WL 9-12 1591 / 1592 Arabic 2 A/B WL 9-12 Arabic 1 1899 / 1900 Arabic 3 A/B AL WL 9-12 Arabic 2 1596 / 1597 American Sign Language 1 A/B WL 9-12 1611 / 1621 French 1 A/B WL 9-12 1612 / 1622 French 2 A/B WL 9-12 French 1 1633 / 1643 Honors French 3 A/B H WL 9-12 French 2 1634 / 1644 Honors French 4 A/B H WL 9-12 French 3 1615 / 1625 French 5 AL WL 9-12 French 4 1616 / 1626 French 6 AL WL 9-12 French 5 1635 / 1636 AP French Language A/B AP WL 9-12 French 6 or teacher recommendation 1831 / 1832 Japanese 1 A/B WL 9-12 1833 / 1834 Japanese 2 A/B WL 9-12 Japanese 1 1839 / 1840 Honors Japanese 3 A/B H WL 9-12 Japanese 2 1841 / 1842 Honors Japanese 4 A/B H WL 9-12 Japanese 3 1539 / 1540 AP Japanese Language A/B AP WL 9-12 Japanese 4 1811 / 1821 Latin 1 A/B WL 9-12 1812 / 1822 Latin 2 A/B WL 9-12 Latin 1 1815 / 1825 Honors Latin 3 /B H WL 9-12 Latin 2 1819 / 1820 AP Latin, Vergil A/B AP WL 9-12 Latin 3 1711 / 1721 Spanish 1 A/B WL 9-12 1712 / 1722 Spanish 2 A/B WL 9-12 Spanish 1 1733 / 1743 Honors Spanish 3 A/B H WL 9-12 Spanish 2 1734 / 1744 Honors Spanish 4 A/B H WL 9-12 Spanish 3 1715 / 1725 Spanish 5 A/B AL WL 9-12 Spanish 4 1759 / 1760 AP Spanish Language A/B AP WL 9-12 Spanish 5 or Span. for Spanish Speakers 3 1761 / 1762 AP Spanish Literature A/B AP WL 9-12 AP Spanish Language 1777 / 1778 Spanish for Spanish Speakers 1

A/B WL 9-12

1779 / 1780 Spanish for Spanish Speakers 2 A/B

WL 9-12 Spanish for Spanish Speakers 1

1781 / 1782 Spanish for Spanish Speakers 3 A/B

AL WL 9-12 Spanish for Spanish Speakers 2

CAP (COMMUNICATION ARTS PROGRAM) CAP Grade 10 (Required) Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

132330 / 132430 CAP English 10 A/B # H EN 10 Enrollment in the Communication Arts Program

210430 / 240530 CAP AP NSL Government A/B #

AP GOV 10 Enrollment in the Communication Arts Program

1155 / 1156 CAP Journalism A/B # H 10 Enrollment in the Communication Arts Program

7856 / 7857 CAP Writing News / TV Production #

H 10 Enrollment in the Communication Arts Program

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CAP Grade 11 (Required) Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

101532 / 101632 CAP AP Language and Composition A/B #

AP EN 11 Enrollment in the Communication Arts Program

224030 / 224130 CAP AP World History A/B # AP WH 11 Enrollment in the Communication Arts Program

2135 CAP Research Methodology S1 #

H 11 Enrollment in the Communication Arts Program

1173 CAP Junior Seminar S2 # AL 11 Enrollment in the Communication Arts Program

CAP Grade 12 (Required) Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

1174 CAP Senior Seminar S1 # AL 12 Enrollment in the Communication Arts Program

CAP (Electives) Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

297731 / 297831 Blair Netowrk Communications A/B #%

AL 11-12

MAGNET PROGRAM Mathematics Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

3045 / 3046 Magnet Precalculus A/B # AL 9-10 Magnet Geometry and enrollment in Magnet Program.

3047 / 3043 Magnet Precalculus C / Magnet Analysis 1A #

AL 10-11 Magnet Precalculus A/B and enrollment in Magnet Program

304330 / 304430 Magnet Analysis 1 A/B # AL 10 Magnet Functions and enrollment in Magnet Program

3044 Magnet Analysis 1B S1 # AL 11-12 Magnet Analysis 1A or AP Calculus BC and teacher recommendation

3048 / 3049 Magnet Analysis 2 A/B (Multivariable Calculus and Differential Equations) #

AL 11-12 Magnet Analysis 1

3050 Applied Statistics % AL 11-12 Magnet Analysis 1A or AP Calculus BC 3428 Complex Analysis # AL 11-12 Magnet Analysis 2 3423 Discrete Mathematics % AL 11-12 Magnet Analysis 1A or AP Calculus BC

and Analysis of Algorithms or AP Computer Science

3426 Linear Algebra % AL 11-12 Magnet Analysis 1 3324 Senior Seminar in Statistical

Research: Political Statistics S1 %

AL 11-12 Applied Statistics or AP Statistics

3325 Senior Seminar in Statistical Research: Sports Statistics S2 %

AL 11-12 Applied Statistics or AP Statistics

3190 Origins of Math % AL 11-12 Magnet Analysis 1B 3191 Advanced Geometry % AL 11-12 Magnet Analysis 1B 3429 Logic Math AL 11-12 Magnet Analysis 1A or AP BC Calculus

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Computer Science Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

2953 / 2954 Algorithms & Data Structures A/B %

AL 9-12 Computer Programming 1 and teacher recommendation or Fundamentals of Computer Science

2956 Analysis of Algorithms % AL 10-12 AP Computer Science or Algorithms and Data Structures

295430 / 295630 ADS B/Analysis of Algorithms #

AL 10 Enrollment in Magnet Program and selection for accelerated computer science track

2957 Computer Graphics % AL 11-12 Analysis of Algorithms 297730 Guided Research: 3-D Computer

Graphics % AL 11-12 Computer Graphics

2958 Software Design % AL 11-12 Computer Graphics 2985 Intro to Artificial Intelligence

with LISP % AL 11-12 Analysis of Algorithms

2986 Computational Methods % AL 11-12 Analysis of Algorithms and Magnet Analysis 1A or AP Calculus BC

2959 Computer Modeling and Simulation %

AL 11-12 Analysis of Algorithms and Magnet Analysis 1A or AP Calculus BC

Science Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

3541 Advanced Science 3: Earth Space Systems S1 #

AL PSC 10 Enrollment in Magnet Program

3539 / 3540 Advanced Science 4: Biology A/B #

AL BIO 10 Enrollment in Magnet Program

3553 Marine Biology % AL BIO 11-12 Honors/AP Biology and Honors/AP Chemistry or Advanced Science 2 & 4

3554 Intro to Genetic Analysis DP % AL BIO 11-12 Honors/AP Biology and Honors/AP Chemistry or Advanced Science 2 & 4

3551 Cellular Physiology % AL BIO 11-12 Honors/AP Biology and Honors/AP Chemistry or Advanced Science 2 & 4

3556 Quantum Physics % AL PSC 11-12 AP Physics or Advanced Science 1 3544 Thermodynamics % AL PSC 11-12 AP Physics or Advanced Science 1,

Honors/AP Chemistry or Advanced Science 2 recommended

3543 Optics % AL PSC 11-12 Advanced Science 1 or AP Physics and AP Calculus BC or Magnet Analysis 1

3614 Intro to Physical Chemistry % AL PSC 11-12 Advanced Science 2 or AP Chemistry 3545 Analytical Chemistry % AL PSC 11-12 Advanced Science 2 or AP Chemistry 3547 Advanced topics in Earth

Science (Plate Tectonics and Oceanography) %

AL PSC 11-12 Honors Biology and Honors Chemistry or Advanced Science 2 & 4

3856 Astronomy % PSC 11-12 AP Physics or Advanced Science 1 3546 Materials Science % AL PSC 11-12 AP Chemistry or Advanced Science 2 3557 Origins of Science % AL PSC 11-12 3866 Intro to Biochemistry % AL SC 11-12 AP Biology and Honors Chemistry or

Advanced Science 2 & 4 3619 Organic Chemistry % AL SC 11-12 AP Chemistry or Advanced Science 2 3569 Entomology % SC 11-12 Honors Biology or Advanced Science 2 384130 / 384230 032030 / 032031

Mathematical Physics # Related Activity (Must be taken with Mathematical Physics)

AP PSC 12 Enrollment by teacher recommendation only. Students must be enrolled in Related Activity as well.

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Interdisciplinary Program & Other Electives Course Code(s) Course Name Level Graduation

Credit Grade Level

Prerequisites

5150 Principles of Engineering A S2 # AL TE 10 Enrollment in Magnet Program 5151 Principles of Engineering B S1 # AL TE 11 Enrollment in Magnet Program 2981 Senior Research Project A S2 # AL 11 Enrollment in Magnet Program 2982 Senior Research Project B S1 # AL 12 Enrollment in Magnet Program,

completion of Senior Research Project A and summer internship, concurrent enrollment or completion of Applied Statistics

2975 Research and Experimentation:Engineering for Problem Solving (Robotics)

AL 11-12 Basic tech credit and Analysis of Algorithms

0310 / 031030 Study Hall (Magnet) A/B 9-12 Student must be enrolled in the Math, Science, Computer Science Magnet Program

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OFF-CAMPUS COURSE OFFERINGS

Students must apply and be accepted/approved for these off-campus programs, before they are registered for them. If you are interested in any of these programs, please speak to your counselor to learn more about them. THOMAS EDISON HS OF TECHNOLOGY The programs at Thomas Edison High School of Technology provide students with the opportunity to explore and experience traditional and non-traditional career options and prepares them for a wide range of post-secondary options. Students attending TEHST take classes at both the home school and Thomas Edison. Students can get applications in the Counseling Office or visit the website at www.mcps.k12.md.us/schools/edison. Programs at Thomas Edison High School of Technology are: Automotive Cluster

• Foundations of Automotive Technologies • Auto Body Repair Technology • Automotive Technology

Design and Computer Based Cluster

• Principles of Architecture & CAD Technology • Interior Design • Network Operations • Printing Technologies and Digital Graphics

Construction Cluster

• Carpentry • Electricity • HVAC • Masonry • Plumbing • Foundations of Building Construction Technology

Services Cluster

• Academy of Hospitality and Tourism • Cosmetology • Medical Careers • Restaurant Management • Nail Technology

CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT @MONTGOMERY COLLEGE The Concurrent Enrollment Program, at Montgomery College, allows students to take courses at the college level while attending high school. Students interested in this program should see their counselor or visit the Montgomery College website at http://cms.montgomerycollege.edu/ep/. _____________________________________________________ COLLEGE TECH PREP PROGRAM Through a partnership with MCPS and Montgomery College, students can earn college credits for certain courses taken in high school. Students have to successfully complete specific courses and pass exams, if required. Students should speak to their counselor for more information on College Tech Prep credits. See your counselor or go to the Montgomery College web site for more information. http://www.montgomerycollege.edu/Departments/academicevp/mcpspartners/techprep/intro.htm ___________________________________________________________ SUPERINTENDENT’S LEADERSHIP PROGRAM The Superintendent’s Leadership Program (SLP) is an honors career and leadership development program for high school seniors in the humanities. Students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and academic excellence are selected through a highly competitive process. Applicants must have a 3.2 GPA. Students accepted will be allowed up to four (4) morning classes. The program is open only to rising seniors enrolled in Montgomery County Public Schools. For more information and application information go to: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/superintendent/leadership Course codes: S1 783100 S2 783200 _____________________________________________________ VISUAL ARTS PROGRAM This art program, at Einstein High School, is open to all MCPS high school students. In this program, students concentrate on a variety of 2-dimensional art forms, including drawing, painting, and printmaking. Students will also assemble a portfolio for artwork. Visual Art Center A (DP) @ 6492 Visual Art Center B (DP) @ 6493 Visual Art Center A (TP) @ 6490 Visual Art Center B (TP @ 6491


The Registration Process December/January

Ø Teachers enter recommendations for English, math science, social studies, and world language courses. Recommendations are reflected in the on-line class registration system.

Ø Students will view a registration information video during an extended advisory period. Students will receive the Blair Course Offerings & Program Handbook and a copy of their high school transcript at this time.

Ø An evening Registration Information Meeting for parents will be held for the parents to review the registration process. February

Ø Students meet with their counselor through social studies classes to review course selections.

Ø Students and parents review the registration materials, complete the scheduling worksheet in the Blair Course Offerings & Program Handbook and register for courses, including alternates, in the on-line class registration system.

Ø Students return the signed scheduling worksheet and the registration printout from the on-line class registration system to the

Counseling Office by the designated date. The on-line registration system will be available to students from any computer with internet access during the registration window.

Ø Registration data that is entered into the on-line registration system is reviewed and staffing is determined based on courses

students have selected. March - April

Ø A Course Selection Form is mailed to all students, listing the courses that the student has signed up for. Students and parents can make necessary changes on the form and return to their counselor by May 1. Counselors will then make necessary changes that are requested by parents and students from the originally selected courses.

May-July

Ø Counselors review student schedules using report cards and transcripts. If there are conflicts and/or students need additional courses for graduation, students are notified. For questions or concerns about your student’s schedule during the summer, please contact the Counseling Office.

Schedule Change Policy The courses we offer, and the number of sections of each course we offer, are based on the initial registration of students. Student choices determine staffing and educational materials purchases that influence the operation of Blair for next year. Therefore, students and parents must consider their course selections, including honors level decisions, carefully before registering. All students will receive a list of their course selections in the spring. If a change is necessary, students should make the correction and return it to the Counseling Office by the designated date. Change requests after May 1 are not guaranteed and will be done for the following reasons:

1. Student has a class missing is from his/her schedule 2. Student is enrolled in a class he/she has already passed 3. Student is enrolled in a class where he/she has not met the pre-requisite 4. Student needs a course for graduation that is not in the schedule 5. Student needs to change a class due to health or special needs reason


23 Maryland High School Diploma Requirements

Montgomery County Public Schools

MCPS GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS AT A GLANCE

Students shall be enrolled in a Montgomery County Public School and have earned a minimum of 22 credits (unless a pre-approved MCPS alternative is satisfied) that include the following: English 4 credits

Social Studies 3 credits (1 U.S. History credit, 1 World History credit, and 1 National, State, & Local Government credit)

Mathematics

4 credits (1 full-year (A/B) algebra credit, 1 geometry credit) Students who successfully complete a calculus course may be exempted from this 4-credit requirement. NEW STATE REQUIREMENT FOR STUDENTS GRADUATING IN 2018 AND LATER: Students graduating in 2018 and later must be enrolled in a math course each year in grades 9 through 12.

Science 3 credits (Must include 1 biology credit and 1 physical science credit)

Fine Arts 1 credit (Selected courses in art, dance, drama/theater, and music that satisfy the fine arts requirement are designated FA)

Technology Education 1 credit (designated TE)

Physical Education 1 credit

Health Education 0.5 credit

Electives: The additional credits required for graduation may be fulfilled by one of the following three options

OPTION 1: 2 credits in a foreign language OR 2 credits in American Sign Language AND 2.5 credits in elective courses

OPTION 2: 2 credits in advanced technology education (AT) AND 2.5 credits in elective courses

OPTION 3 4 credits in a state-approved career and technology program AND 0.5 credit in electives courses

Student Service Learning/SSL 75 service-learning hours

High School Assessments

Students must meet the Maryland High School Assessments (HSA) and PARCC testing requirements for English, algebra/data analysis, US government and biology.


24 Maryland High School Diploma Requirements

Student Service Learning The Student Service Learning (SSL) program in MCPS promotes a culture of student involvement and student responsibility through civic engagement. Service learning is a graduation requirement in Maryland. MCPS students must complete a minimum of 75 service-learning hours for graduation. The specific SSL hour requirement and other SSL information are shown at http://mcpsssl.org. MCPS students may begin fulfilling this requirement the summer after Grade 5 and continue to accrue SSL hours through high school. Students who earn 260 or more SSL hours receive a Certificate of Meritorious Service at the time of graduation. Service learning hours are earned through school courses, school clubs, community organizations and opportunities pre-approved for SSL.

Maryland High School Assessments (HSA) and PARCC Testing Maryland High School Assessments are end-of-course tests related to the MCPS courses Biology and NSL Government. All students enrolled in an HSA course are required to take the appropriate HSA upon completion of the course. The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) has designed the tests to measure student achievement and school performance, providing valuable information to students, parents, and schools. Maryland high school students must meet the HSA requirements in order to receive a Maryland High School Diploma. As Maryland transitions to PARCC assessments for English and algebra/data analysis, the state is adjusting the test requirements for graduation. These tests will be required beginning in the 2016-17 school year. Asof October 28, the state had approved the following framework for the next two years:

• Students who have taken the Algebra I HSA-aligned course will have the opportunity to retake the exam in 2014-15. Because the HSA-aligned test ends after the 2014-15 school year, students who have not passed will not need to take a make-up test in 2015-16 in order to graduate. These students must still pass the course as part of their graduation requirements.

• Students who have taken the English 10 HSA-aligned course will have the opportunity to re-take the exam in 2014-15. Because the HSA-aligned test ends after the 2014-15 school year, students who have not passed will not need to take a make-up test in 2015-16 in order to graduate. These students must still pass the course as part of their graduation requirements.

• Students taking the Algebra I course aligned to PARCC in 2014-15 and 2015-16, and not passing the test, will not be required to pass the exam in order to graduate. These students must still pass the course as part of their graduation requirements.

• Students taking the English 10 course aligned to PARCC in 2014-15 and 2015-16, and not passing the test, will not be required to pass the exam in order to graduate. These students must still pass the course as part of their graduation requirements.

• As in the past, all students still must pass the government and biology High School Assessments – or successfully complete the Bridge Plan project-based assessment in those subjects – in order to graduate.

Promotion Regulation

MCPS Regulation JEB-RA, Placement, Promotion, Acceleration, and Retention of Students, http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/policy/pdf/jebra.pdf requires that high school students earn five credits each year in order to be promoted, including specific required credits in English, mathematics, science, and social studies as indicated in the chart below.

End of: Total Credits Needed for Promotion to Next Grade

Total Credits in Required Courses

Math English Science Social Studies

Other Courses-See Options Required for Graduation

Grade 9 5 1 1 0 0 3 Grade 10 10 2 2 1 1 4 Grade 11 15 3 3 2 2 5


25 ACADEMIES & PROGRAMS @ BLAIR

Academy of Entrepreneurship and Business Management (ENT)

The Academy of Entrepreneurship will teach students to think creatively and strategically about the skills needed to start their own businesses and to live a financially literate life. Using a hands-on approach to planning and building a business, students will acquire experience in marketing and advertising, finance and accounting, economics, law, human resources, organizational behavior, and profit-maximization. Students may use the Entrepreneurship Academy as a gateway to university Entrepreneurship programs (University of Maryland, Harvard, Penn State, etc.) or as the starting point to a career.

Academy of Human Services Professions (HSP) Students in the HSP Academy demonstrate the desire to enrich and support their communities. Advocating for others is an integral part of the HSP’s mission because it encourages students to consider a global perspective. This academy provides opportunities for students to develop their interpersonal relationship skills through experiential education and collaboration. Students will take classes related to a variety of service professions, including those dealing with child welfare, education, health, and civil and community service.

Academy of International Studies and Law (ISL) The Academy of International Studies and Law has two strands. The International Studies strand offers courses and experiences designed to help students grow as “global citizens” well versed in political systems, languages, cultures and economies of nations around the world. Students will interact with government and private agencies, foreign embassies, and businesses as they gather the skills and prepare to make contributions which positively impact our world in the areas of conflict resolution, economic issues and the environment. The Justice, Law and Society strand is designed for those students who wish to study and work in the many fields where knowledge of legal systems is required. Courses address the Constitution and Bill of Rights issues, the study of forensics, and criminal and civil law. Students will examine contemporary legal issues at they work with local private and public legal professionals as well as Blair debate and mock trial teams. There are many areas where the fields of international studies and the law overlap, and classes such as International Human Rights and other scheduled events provide exposure to issues of law in the spheres of international diplomacy, business and human rights.

Academy of Media, Music and the Arts (MMA) Students in the Academy of Media, Music and the Arts develop the ability to read, analyze, evaluate, and produce communications in written text, moving images, still images, and sound. Students will learn to read critically, interpret analytically, communicate effectively, and produce messages for both meaning and persuasion. Any field involving art, music, film, radio, video, television, theater, literature, journalism, or photography requires an understanding of effective communication. Because some careers favor a broad background and others demand specialization, the Media, Music and the Arts Academy courses will cover diverse areas. A student may create a program of courses spanning several areas, all relevant to a particular career path, or he/she may choose to explore one specific path in depth.

Academy of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Students in the Academy of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math will experience the connections among the three disciplines as they prepare for a career in this area. The emphasis will be on hands-on problem solving, analytical thinking, data analysis and research skills. Career goals include, but are not limited to, data base administrator, network specialist, software engineer, computer technician, surveyor, civil engineer, robotics specialist, genetic technologist, forensic scientist, physician, veterinarian, lab technician, mathematician, statistician, and researcher. Careers in this area span a broad spectrum from applied to theoretical.

Communications Arts Program (CAP) The Communication Arts Program is an application-only, four-year, honors-level program with an interdisciplinary approach designed for students who wish to develop their intellectual, creative, and communications skills in the fields of media and the humanities. Once admitted to the program, students must successfully complete twelve CAP courses, maintain a minimum 2.75 GPA, and complete the CAP portfolio to graduate with the CAP certificate. Students in CAP take an 8-period day schedule in grade 9, with the option of an 8-period day schedule in grades 10-12.

Science, Mathematics and Computer Science Magnet Program The Magnet Program is an application-only, four-year accelerated interdisciplinary program in science, mathematics and computer science for highly able students. After building a solid foundation in Grades 9 and 10, students are able to specialize in the areas of their choice. Students in the Magnet Program have an 8-period day schedule.

English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Program The English for Speakers of other Languages (ESOL) program provides high-quality English language instruction that assists students in acquiring basic interpersonal communication skills as well as essential academic language proficiency in order to function successfully in mainstream classrooms. Students develop competency in English in all four skill areas (listening, speaking, reading, and writing)


26 Academy of Entrepreneurship and Business Management

Academy Courses By Strand

Entrepreneurship Strand Management Strand Accounting Strand 10th

Recommended Elective Entrepreneurship A/B Adv Software Applications

Recommended Elective Entrepreneurship A/B Adv Software Applications

Recommended Elective Entrepreneurship A/B Adv Software Applications Accounting A/B

11th/ 12th

Recommended Electives Entrepreneurship A/B Accounting A/B Marketing Adv Software Applications Economics AP Economics AP Psychology AP Statistics

Recommended Electives Entrepreneurship A/B Accounting A/B Marketing Adv Software Applications Economics AP Economics AP Statistics AP Psychology Edison Programs

§ Academy of Hospitality and Tourism

§ Professional Restaurant Management

Recommended Electives Entrepreneurship A/B Accounting A/B Advanced Accounting-H A/B Adv Software Applications Economics AP Economics AP Statistics AP Psychology


27 Academy of Human Services Professions

Academy Courses By Strand Education and Child

Development Health and Fitness Psychology and

Counseling Customer Service

10th

Recommended Elective Child and Adolescent Development 1

Recommended Elective Health

Recommended Elective Health

Recommended Elective Cosmetology/Nail Technology (Edison) Hospitality and Tourism (Edison)

11th

or 12th

Recommended Elective Family Life and Human Development Child and Adolescent Development (1, 2, 3) Teaching as a Profession Internship, Ed, Training, and Child Studies

Recommended Elective PE Electives (Basketball, Dance, Fitness, Soccer, Weights) Anatomy and Physiology

Recommended Elective Psychology AP Psychology Cultural Anthropology Philosophy Comparative Religions Peace Studies Sociology International Human Rights

Recommended Elective 3D Computer Graphics Cosmetology/Nail Technology (Edison) Academy of Hospitality and Tourism (Edison) Interior Design (Edison)


28 Academy of International Studies and Law

Academy Courses by Strand

International Relations Justice, Law & Society 10th

Recommended Elective Global Issues for the 21st Century

Recommended Elective Intro to Justice, Law and Society

11th/ 12th

Recommended Electives East Asian Studies Latin American Studies The Middle East Seminar in Peace Studies African American History International Human Rights Comparative Religions Cultural Anthropology Psychology Economics Model UN AP World History AP Psychology AP Comparative Government AP European History AP Macroeconomics AP Microeconomics Spanish French Japanese Arabic

Recommended Electives Law & Administration of Justice Contemporary Issues Psychology AP Psychology Sociology Philosophy Media In Society Forensics Economics Model UN AP Government AP Comparative Government AP Macroeconomics AP Microeconomics


29 Academy of Media, Music and the Arts


Broadcast/Mass Media

Vocal & Instrumental Music Theater & Dance Visual Arts

10th

Recommended Electives Introduction to Media Literacy AND TV Production 1/2

Recommended Electives Introduction to Media Literacy AND Instrumental or Vocal Music Course

Recommended Electives Introduction to Media Literacy AND Theater 1 or Dance

Recommended Electives Introduction to Media Literacy AND (one of the following) Art & Culture A/B Foundations of Art Studio Art 1 Digital Photo 1 Digital Art 1 Ceramics/Sculpture 1

11th/ 12th

Recommended Electives Media in Society Literature as Film Blair Network Communications/BNC Creative Writing Literature As Film Journalism 1 Journalism/News/Print Journalism/News/Online Journalism/Yearbook Digital Art Computer Graphics Music Technology

Recommended Electives Instrumental or Vocal Music Courses Music Theory & Composition AP Music Theory & Composition Music & Its Technology Media in Society Guitar 1 & 2 Beginning Band Jazz Ensemble Piano 1 & 2 Concert Band Symphonic Band (H) Concert Orchestra Symphonic Orchestra Chorus 1 Chorus 2 Show Choir Chamber Choir

Recommended Electives Advanced Acting and Play Directing OR Dance 1 Stage Design Oral Interpretation Shakespeare Advanced Composition Literature as Film Psychology Media in Society Anatomy & Physiology Dance Fitness

Recommended Electives Studio Art 2 Photography 2 Ceramics/Sculpt 2 Ceramics/Sculpt 3 Media in Society Computer Graphics AP Art History Dance as a Fine Art Fashion Drawing Visual Arts Program @ Einstein HS Edison Programs

§ Principles of Architecture & Computer Assisted Drafting

§ Printing, Graphics, & Electronic Media

§ Interior Design


30 Academy of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math


Computer Maintenance,

Repair and Networking

(Not available in 2014-2015)

Computer Programming

Engineering Technology

College-Bound Engineering

10th

Recommended Elective Microcomputer Technologies/ Cisco 1+

Recommended Elective Computer Programming 1

Recommended Elective Intro to Engineering Design


11th/12th

Recommended Electives Network Engineering & Management /Cisco 2+ Intro to Engineering Design Accounting Entrepreneurship Edison Programs

§ Network Operations & Programming

Recommended Electives AP Computer Programming 2 Adv Design Applications Adv Tech Applications AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC Discrete Math Robotics Magnet Computer Science Courses Edison Programs

§ Network Operations & Programming

Recommended Electives Adv Design Applications Microcomputer Technologies/Cisco 1 Network Engineering & Management Accounting Adv Software Applications Entrepreneurship

Recommended Electives Pre-Calculus Algebra II AND Biology OR Physics (if Biology completed) AND Thermodynamics Honors Chemistry Quantum Physics Computer Programming Adv Design Applications Adv Tech Applications AP Physics AP Calculus


31 Academy of Science, Technology, Engineering & Math

Academy Courses By Strand (cont’d)

Skilled Trades Medicine Forensic Science Environmental Science

10th


Recommended Electives Biology OR Chemistry (Honors preferred)



11th/ 12th

Recommended Electives Entrepreneurship Edison Programs

§ Foundations of Automotive

§ Technology § Auto Body

Repair Technology

§ Automotive Technology

§ Foundations of Building Construction Technology

§ Carpentry § Heating/Air

Conditioning § Masonry § Electricity

Recommended Electives Anatomy & Physiology Cellular Physiology Genetics AP Biology AP Chemistry Biological Chemistry Cellular Physiology AP Environmental Science Marine Biology Origins of Science Research Methods Edison Programs

§ Biotechnology § Medical

Careers

Recommended Electives Biology Chemistry Forensics Biological Chemistry Cellular Physiology Marine Biology Origins of Science Anatomy/Physiology Research Methods

Recommended Electives Biology Chemistry Earth Science, Horticulture or Marine Biology Research Methods


32 Communication Arts Program (CAP)

Recommended Program Planner The Communication Arts Program is an application-only, four-year, honors-level program with an interdisciplinary approach designed for students who wish to develop their intellectual, creative, and communications skills in the fields of media and the humanities. Once admitted to the program, students must successfully complete twelve CAP courses, maintain a minimum 2.75 GPA, and complete the CAP portfolio to graduate with the CAP certificate. Students follow an 8 period schedule.

@ = Required Course

PLEASE NOTE All ninth graders are required to take eight courses. However, after ninth grade, taking eight courses is optional and

dependent on availability of the requested courses.

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

English

@CAP Honors English 9

English

@CAP Honors English 10

English

@CAP AP English Language and Composition

English

AP Literature 12 OR

Honors English 12

Social Studies

@CAP Honors

U.S. History

Social Studies

@CAP AP National, State &

Local Government

Social Studies

@CAP AP World History

Social Studies

Elective

@CAP Photography and

@CAP Creative Scriptwriting

@CAP Broadcast Journalism

and @CAP Studio Production

@CAP Research

Methods

@CAP Senior Research/

Senior Seminar and

General Elective

@CAP Drama

and @CAP Theater

@CAP Print Journalism

General Elective

General Elective

Mathematics

Mathematics

Mathematics

Mathematics

Science

Science

Science

Science

Foreign Language

Foreign Language

Foreign Language

Foreign Language

Required Electives

Technology Education OR

Physical Education OR

General Elective

Health and

Required Elective

Required Electives Technology Education

OR Physical Education

OR General Elective

General Elective


33 Science, Mathematics & Computer Science

Magnet Program Recommended Program Planner

The Magnet Program is an application-only, interdisciplinary, four-year accelerated program in science, mathematics and computer science for highly able students. After building a solid foundation in Grades 9 and 10, students are able to specialize in the areas of their choice.

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 Science

Magnet Physics

and Magnet Chemistry

Science

Magnet Earth Science and

Magnet Biology

Science

Magnet Electives

Science

Magnet Electives

Mathematics

Magnet Geometry A&B

or Magnet Precalculus A&B

or Magnet Functions A&B

Mathematics

Magnet Precalculus A&B

or Magnet Precalculus C/

Analysis I A or

Analysis I A&B

Mathematics

Magnet Precalculus C

C/Analysis I A or

Analysis I B/ Analysis II A

or Analysis II A&B

Mathematics Analysis I B/ Analysis II A

or Analysis II B/ Magnet

Elective* or

Magnet Elective*

Computer Science

Fundamentals of

Computer Science A&B Or

Fundamentals of Computer Science A &

Algorithms Data Structures A

Computer Science

Algorithms and Data

Structures A&B Or

Algorithms and Data Structures B/Analysis of

Algorithms

Computer Science

Magnet Electives

Computer Science

Magnet Electives

Interdisciplinary

Research and Experimentation 1

Interdisciplinary

Principles of Engineering A

Interdisciplinary

Principles of Engineering B &

Research Project A

Interdisciplinary

Research Project B & Elective

Honors English

Honors English

Honors or AP English

Honors or AP English

Social Studies Honors US History

Social Studies

Honors or AP NSL Government

Social Studies Honors or AP World

History

Social Studies or Elective

Foreign Language

Foreign Language

Foreign Language or Elective

Foreign Language

or Elective

Required Elective (choose one)

Fine Arts/Music Physical Education

Health/Required Elective

Required Elective (choose one)

Fine Arts/Music Physical Education

Elective


34 ESOL PROGRAM

METS METS ESOL ESOL (TIER 1) (TIER 2) LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 ___________ ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH METS 1 METS 2 ESOL LEVEL 1 ESOL LEVEL 2 SOCIAL STUDIES SOCIAL STUDIES SOCIAL STUDIES SOCIAL STUDIES NONE US Culture, Past & Present US Culture, Past & Present US History MATHEMATICS MATHEMATICS MATHEMATICS MATHEMATICS MAPS MAPS MAPS ESOL ALGEBRA 1and RELATED (DP) and and ESOL Lab ESOL Lab

SCIENCE SCIENCE SCIENCE SCIENCE NONE NONE None ESOL Matter & Energy

REQUIRED REQUIRED REQUIRED REQUIRED ELECTIVES ELECTIVES ELECTIVES ELECTIVES METS READING METS READING ESOL LAB FOUNDATIONS OF TECH 66 ESOL LAB ESOL ½ 2 ESOL ½ 1 ESOL ½ 2 ESOL ½ 1 PHYSICAL EDUCATION PHYSICAL EDUCATION PHYSICAL EDUCATION PHYSICAL EDUCATION Or Fine Arts Or Fine Arts Or FINE ARTS FINE ARTS

ESOL ESOL ESOL LEVEL 3 LEVEL 4 LEVEL 5 _________________________________________________________________________________________ ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ESOL LEVEL 3 ESOL LEVEL 4 ESOL 5 ENGLISH 12 BRIDGE _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SOCIAL STUDIES SOCIAL STUDIES SOCIAL STUDIES NSL GOVERNMENT MODERN WORLD HISTORY SPECIALTY CLASS Or US HISTORY

MATHEMATICS MATHEMATICS MATHEMATICS GEOMETRY BRIDGE TO ALG 2 SPECIALTY CLASS And/Or Or GEOMETRY SUPPORT (NC) ALGEBRA 2 Or Algebra

SCIENCE SCIENCE SCIENCE ESOL MATTER & ENERGY ESOL BIOLOGY ESOL BIOLOGY Or Or OR ESOL BIOLOGY ESOL CHEMISTRY ESOL CHEMISTRY OR ESOL PHYSICS

REQUIRED REQUIRED REQUIRED ELECTIVES ELECTIVES ELECTIVES HEALTH EDUCATION ACADEMY SELECTION* ESOL READING ACADEMY SELECTION* ESOL READING ESOL READING FOREIGN LANGUAGE FOREIGN LANGUAGE GENERAL ELECTIVE GENERAL ELECTIVE

*Selection of a Blair Academy can assist in the completion of the program completer


35 SAMPLE COURSE SCHEDULES

Sample 10th Grade Schedule

COURSE # (SEM1) Course Title Counselor Notes 1 132100 English 10 A 2 210700 NSL Govt A 3 783500 Health 4 Math 5 Science 6 Foreign Language 7 Elective COURSE # (SEM 2) Course Title Counselor Notes 1 132200 English 10B 2 210800 NSL Govt B 3 Math 4 Science 5 Foreign Language 6 Elective 7 Elective


COURSE # (SEM1) Course Title Counselor Notes 1 133100 English 11A 2 222100 Modern World History A 3 Math A 4 Science A 5 Foreign Language A 6 Elective 7 Elective COURSE # (SEM 2) Course Title Counselor Notes 1 133200 English 11B 2 222200 Modern World History B 3 Math B 4 Science B 5 Foreign Language B 6 Elective 7 Elective


COURSE # (SEM1) Course Title Counselor Notes 1 134100 English 12A 2 Math A 3 Science Elective A 4 Elective 5 Elective 6 Elective 7 COURSE # (SEM 2) Course Title Counselor Notes 1 134200 English 12 A 2 Math A 3 Science Elective A 4 Elective 5 Elective 6 Elective 7 Elective


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Course Expectations and Placement Recommendations

Montgomery Blair High School The Instructional Leadership Team of Administrators, Resource Teachers, students, and parents developed these guidelines for how to recommend students to high school courses at Montgomery Blair High School. There are some students who do not fall into these guidelines, and we trust that you will make sound educational decisions that are in the best interests of your students. Use these expectations and recommendations as a guide when choosing the appropriate course, and always refer to your student’s teacher and counselor for assistance.

English Expectations and Placement Recommendations On-Level/Regular English

• Student can write in sentences. • Student can write on assigned topics. • Student can read assigned literature but may need help with understanding reading selections with

sophisticated sentence structure or comprehending the abstract level of a work. • Student receives structure and support for improving reading comprehension. • Student receives scaffolding and prompting to get started on particular assignments.

Honors English Placement in honors class should be based on willingness and performance. Students who may not be ready for honors level work, will be recommended for on-level, with the understanding that they have the option to increase a level once they demonstrate they have the skill, as well as the desire and willingness to perform at the honors level. Students who have demonstrated great effort should be encouraged towards honors, and should have mastered basic skills and should be familiar with the workload and pace of an honors class. Likewise, students who have demonstrated the capacity to perform at honors level should remain in honors. For example, a student earning below a “C” in honors should not automatically be moved to an on-level class if that student possesses honors capacity. If it is a matter of work completion and ethic rather than meta-cognitive, all students should always be placed with their level of challenge. An honors student is: • Intellectually curious • Willing to try new approaches to learning • Anxious to do work correctly • Hard working • Eager to delve into literature • Demanding of self, classmates, and teacher • Eager to investigate ideas beyond assigned objectives • Willing to share new ideas • Attempting to write in complex, mechanically correct sentences and paragraphs • [Ideally] Reading above grade level


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English Expectations and Placement Recommendations Advanced Placement (AP) English Students enrolled in AP English should demonstrate all of the traits of an honors student and should also be willing to:

• spend 45 minutes to an hour on homework per night for each class period • prepare for and take a rigorous test in May that could earn college credit • practice writing timed essays that are graded according to a rigorous rubric • spend more time reading than in a traditional honors English class

Students who have successfully completed Honors English 10, 11, or AP Language and Composition have choices beyond honors English for next year. Rising juniors may sign up for AP Language and Composition or Honors English 11. Rising seniors may sign up for AP Literature, Honors English 12, or American Studies. You must secure a recommendation from your 11th grade English teacher to enroll in American Studies. Below is some information intended to help you make your decision about which course is right for you. Remember, schedule change requests are not guaranteed once the scheduling process is complete. This means that you may not have an opportunity to change your English class in the fall. So think carefully about what you want in your English class, read the following information, and share it and your decision-making process with your parents. Remember, being in an honors or an AP course is hard work; and though the work is rewarding, it requires a time commitment for you to do well. Please consider the balance of the workload when you make your choices. Advanced Placement, Honors English, and American Studies all demand the careful analysis of sophisticated and challenging short stories, plays, novels, and essays with special emphasis on relating the works to their historical, cultural, and philosophical backgrounds. Throughout the courses, students analyze primary sources; in addition, Honors provides practice in use of secondary sources and in applying and evaluating literary criticism. Both the literature and writing components of all courses stress the importance of analyzing style to foster a greater understanding and appreciation of the writer's craft. In addition to the above, the Advanced Placement English course is intended to replace a college level course and prepare students to take an examination in May. Students who do well on this examination may be granted both college credit and appropriate placement in college English or only one of these, depending on the practice of the college they choose. Some colleges accept credit for both AP Language and AP Literature; others only credit students with one test. In order to prepare students to take the AP examinations, the courses contain, in addition to the features already mentioned above, a substantial study of poetry [AP Literature], a rigorous examination of nonfiction works and essays [AP Language] and practice in writing essays requiring original thought under time constraints. Reading Classes (electives in addition to English) 1. A reading student usually reads 3 or more levels below grade level and may struggle with texts. 2. A reading student usually needs help with:

• comprehending what is read • structuring sentences • writing complete sentences • developing coherent paragraphs • organizing details in a logical pattern • remaining consistent on a given topic • generating content in writing


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Mathematics Expectations and Placement Recommendations On-level/Regular Algebra I and On-level Regular Algebra I and Related Mathematics

• Student regularly completes homework or needs additional practice of skills and support with homework, notetaking and test-taking skills.

• Student needs review of number sense such as fractions, decimals, %. • Student maintains an organized notebook. • Student knows basic arithmetic skills. • Student knows how to solve simple equations. • Student earned a passing grade in Math taken before Algebra 1 (Math C, Pre-Algebra, etc)

Regular Geometry • Student earned a passing grade in Algebra I. • Student has basic algebraic skills (solving equations, graphing linear equations, etc.). • Student has note-taking and organizational skills. • Student has critical thinking skills and a motivation to learn.

Honors Geometry

• Student earned at least a B in Algebra I. • Student has strong Algebra skills (solving linear and quadratic equations, graphing linear equations, solving

system of equations, etc.). • Student has strong arithmetic and note-taking skills. • Student is able to translate word problems or geometric diagrams to an equation. • Student comes prepared to class with paper, pencil and calculator. • Student comes well-prepared for tests and quizzes. • Student anticipates homework every night and completes assigned homework.

Bridge to Algebra II • Student passed Algebra I and Geometry but is not prepared for the course outline of Algebra II. • Student knows basic operations and understands how to work with fractions. • Student may need prompting to get started on assignments, but is able to complete a majority of assignments. • Student is able to do 15 minutes of homework nightly. • Student attends class daily and seeks help if struggling.

Algebra II

• Student has basic arithmetic skills and passed Algebra I and Geometry. • Student is able to set up and solve equations, solve linear equations, graph linear equations, solve system of

equations, factor and solve quadratic equations. • Student is able to graph quadratic equations. • Student is able to apply geometric concepts to Algebra problems, such as volume and perimeter. • Student is prepared for class with paper, pencil, graph paper and graphing calculator. • Student has good note-taking skills and good test and quiz preparation skills. • Student anticipates homework every night and completes assigned homework.


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Mathematics Expectations and Placement Recommendations Honors Algebra II

• Student earned at least a B in Honors Geometry. • Student displays strong algebraic skills and is able to do math computations without a calculator. • Student displays a strong work ethic and intrinsic motivation. • Student is able to complete 30 minutes of homework. • Student prepares for the class beyond the completion of homework.

Pre-Calculus

• Student shows signs of strong mathematical skills in Algebra II and Geometry. • Student is able to perform basic calculations without a calculator (especially fractions). • Student is able to tell the domain and range from a graph. • Student is familiar with special right triangles. • Student completes homework and comes to class with questions. • Student practices the problems consistently.

Honors Pre-Calculus

• Student earned at least a B in Honors Algebra II and Geometry. • Student demonstrates exemplary mathematics skills in Algebra and Geometry. • Student displays a strong work ethic and critical thinking skills. • Student is able to complete 30 minutes of homework. • Student values understanding and content more than the grade. • Student must have mastery of factoring, radicals and fractions.

Statistics and Math Modeling

• Student earned at least a C in Algebra II or Honors Algebra II. • Student displays competence in prior mathematic objectives, including number operations fluency (decimal,

fraction, percent) including roots, squares with and without the calculator. • Student displays competence in representations and understanding of all components of linear algebra. • Student displays competence in graphic representations in one/two variables and their meaning. • Student assumes responsibility for completing homework, class work, & group work with minimal teacher

prompting. • Student knows how to productively apply study strategies for mathematical success and seeks further

understanding or clarification from the teacher when appropriate. • Student is prepared for class with necessary materials. • Student is able to work independently and cooperatively with minimal prompting.

Quantitative Literacy

• Student earned at least a C in SAMM, Algebra II or higher course work. • Student displays competence in basic math skills, number operation fluency (decimal, fraction, percent)

including roots, squares, with and without a calculator; student understands graphs, tables and reading charts. • Student assumes responsibility for bringing materials to class. • Student is able to build good organizational skills. • Student completes homework, class work and group work with minimal teacher prompting. • Student knows how to use technology to access and retrieve data.


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Mathematics Expectations and Placement Recommendations Quantitative Literacy (cont’d)

• Student is prepared for class with necessary supplies. • Student is able to work independently and cooperatively with minimal prompting.

Calculus with Applications

• Student has earned at least a grade of C in Pre-Calculus. • Student possesses adequate Algebra II skills. • Student has the desire to do higher level mathematics. • Student is willing complete assignments on time and in detail. • Student is willing to seek help when needed.

AP Statistics

• Student earned at least a B in Pre-Calculus or a C in Honors Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus. • Student displays maturity and work ethic appropriate for a college-level course. • Student has intermediate skills in use of the graphing calculator. • Student is intrinsically motivated to gain an understanding of statistics as a branch of mathematics in

achieving success in the introductory concepts required, including usage of appropriate notation and communication skill necessary to demonstrate content mastery

• Student assumes responsibility for completing homework, class work, and group work with minimal teacher prompting.

• Student knows how to productively apply study strategies for mathematical success and initiates requests for clarification from the teacher when appropriate.

• Student is prepared for class with necessary materials. • Student is able to work independently and cooperatively with minimal prompting.

AP Calculus AB

• Student earned at least a B in Honors Pre-Calculus, Calculus with Applications or an A in Pre-Calculus. • Student demonstrates exemplary mathematics skills in all prior mathematics courses. • Student completes assignments on time. • Student is demanding of self and is intellectually curious. • Student is able and willing to explore topics on his/her own.

AP Calculus BC

• Student earned an A in Honors Pre-Calculus or Calculus with Applications. • Student demonstrates exemplary mathematics skills in all prior mathematics courses. • Student completes assignments on time. • Student is demanding of self and is intellectually curious. • Student is able and willing to explore topics on his/her own.


41 Social Studies Expectations and Placement Recommendations United States History US History On-Level

• Student receives structure and support for improving organizational skills and reading comprehension. • Student is given the opportunity to build academic skills while learning content • Student may not yet have demonstrated mastery in the middle school History course • Student reads 5-7 pages of assigned reading per week • Student can write on assigned topics

US History Honors

• Student possesses organizational skills to manage increased workload • Student takes initiative to bring questions to class discussions • Students is intellectually curious and is willing to take risks • Student is reading at or above grade level (or is willing to spend extra time to prepare) • Student is able to write a multi-paragraph essay • Student may spend forty-five minutes per night completing assignments

National, State and Local Government NSL Government On-level

• Student receives structure and support for improving organizational skills and reading comprehension. • Student is given the opportunity to build academic skills while learning content • Student may not yet have demonstrated mastery in US History course • Student can write a paragraph on assigned topics • Student reads 7-10 pages of assigned reading per week.

NSL Government Honors

• Student displays an interest and motivation to learn about Government • Student possesses organizational skills to manage increased workload • Student can analyze and synthesize information • Student is reading at or above grade level (or is willing to spend extra time to prepare) • Student is able to write multi-paragraph essays • Student will follow the news to stay informed about current events in government • Student may spend 3 to 4 hours per week completing assignments

AP NSL Government

• Student is expected to take the AP US Government exam in May • Student displays an interest and motivation to learn about Government • Student possesses organizational skills to manage increased workload • Student can readily analyze and synthesize information • Student is reading at the college level (or is willing to spend extra time to prepare) • Student is able to write in-class, multi-paragraph essays • Student will follow the news to stay informed about current events in government • Student may spend five or more hours per week completing assignments • Student has earned an A, B or C in Social Studies classes


42 Social Studies Expectations and Placement Recommendations Modern World History Modern World History On-level

• Student receives structure and support for improving organizational skills and reading comprehension. • Student is given the opportunity to build academic skills while learning content • Student may not yet have demonstrated mastery in Social Studies courses • Student reads 7-10 pages of assigned reading per week • Student can write a paragraph on assigned topics

MWH Honors Courses

• Student displays an interest and motivation to learn about World History • Student possesses organizational skills to manage increased workload • Student takes responsibility for attendance and participation in class • Student is self-disciplined and an independent learner • Student is able to identify main ideas • Student demonstrates higher level thinking and analytical skills • Student participates in class discussions and group activities • Student is able to take notes on material that is presented orally or visually • Student reads at grade level (or is willing to spend extra time to prepare) • Student is able to read, summarize and be prepared to discuss the textbook • Student will ask specific questions about assignments if they need help • Student is able to write clear thesis statements and defend a point of view in a well-developed essay • Student has earned an A, B or C in Social Studies classes

AP World History

• Student is expected to take the AP World History Exam in May • Student is willing to make a serious commitment to a college level course • Student displays an interest and motivation to learn about World History • Student possesses organizational skills to manage increased workload and meet deadlines • Student takes responsibility for attendance and participation in class • Student will regularly participate in independent study and review • Student will participate in analytical class discussions • Student has strong annotation and note-taking skills for lectures, films, and readings • Student is able to take notes on material that may not be presented visually on the board • Student is reading at the college level (or is willing to spend extra time to prepare) • Student can read and analyze a variety of primary sources Student is able to write clear thesis statements and

defend their point of view in well-developed essays. • Student will read one textbook chapter per week, readings will not be reviewed in class • Student is an independent learner who will come to class prepared with specific questions about a reading

assignment if they need help • Student has earned an A, B or C in honors or AP level classes


43 Social Studies Expectations and Placement Recommendations Advanced Placement Electives Advanced Placement US History

• Student is expected to take the AP US History Exam in May • Student is interested in a much more in-depth study of the content • Student has the motivation and discipline to prepare for class • Student is reading at the college level (or is willing to spend extra time to prepare) • Student will read 30-50 pages per week of textbook and related materials • Student is willing to develop the skills to analyze primary source documents • Student is familiar with expository writing and the multi paragraph essay • Student has earned an A, B or C in honors or AP level classes

Advanced Placement Psychology

• Student is expected to take the AP Psychology Exam in May • Student is willing to make a serious commitment to a college level course, spending time reviewing class notes,

outlines, additional study materials and attending study sessions • Student possesses organizational skills to manage increased workload • Student takes responsibility for attendance and participation in class • Student demonstrates motivation and responsibility for learning • Student is reading at the college level (or is willing to spend extra time to prepare) • Student is willing to spend at least 3-4 hours per week on psychology reading, outlining, projects and additional

assignments • Student demonstrates the courage to ask for help

Advanced Placement European History

• Student is expected to take the AP European History Exam in May • Student is willing to make a serious commitment to learning in a college level course. • Student demonstrates organizational skills and self-discipline to keep pace with class assignments, assessments,

and projects • Student possesses organizational skills to manage increased workload • Student takes responsibility for attendance and participation in class • Student demonstrates motivation and interest in learning about History • Student consistently participates in class discussions, ask questions, and work in groups • Student is able to take notes independently • Student is reading at the college level (or is willing to spend extra time to prepare) • Student will complete 20-30 pages of reading of historical text per week • Student will complete frequent writing assignments, including document analysis, multi-paragraph essays and

Document Based Questions using primary and secondary sources • Student will complete research and projects independently outside of class


44 Social Studies Expectations and Placement Recommendations Advanced Placement Human Geography

• Student is expected to take the AP Human Geography Exam in May • Student is reading at the college level (or is willing to spend extra time to prepare) • Student has earned a grade of A, B, or C in honors or AP classes and on final exams • Student demonstrates a willingness to complete challenging assignments • Student demonstrates an interest in the course and motivation to learn • Student demonstrates strong reading, writing and critical thinking skills

Advanced Placement Microeconomics/Macroeconomics

• Student is expected to take the AP Micro and Macro Economics Exams in May • Student is reading at the college level (or is willing to spend extra time to prepare) • Student has earned a grade of A, B, or C in honors or AP classes and on final exams • Student demonstrates a willingness to complete challenging assignments • Student demonstrates an interest in the course and motivation to learn • Student demonstrates strong mathematical, reading, writing and critical thinking skills

Advanced Placement Comparative Government

• Student is expected to take the AP Comparative Government Exam in May • Student is reading at the college level (or is willing to spend extra time to prepare) • Student has earned a grade of A, B, or C in honors or AP classes and on final exams • Student demonstrates a willingness to complete challenging assignments • Student demonstrates an interest in the course and motivation to learn • Student demonstrates strong reading, writing and critical thinking skills

Social Studies Electives

• Student takes personal responsibility for attendance and appropriate classroom behavior. • Student demonstrates an interest and motivation to learn in Social Studies • Student is prepared for assignments that require higher level thinking skills. • Student participates in class discussions and group activities • Student is able to write clear thesis statements and defend a point of view

• Psychology • Sociology • Cultural Anthropology • Economics • Economics and Business Law • Global Issues • Media Literacy • Media in Society • Model UN • Justice, Law and Society

• Law and the Administration of Justice

• The Middle East • Peace Studies • Comparative Religion • African-American History • East Asian History • International Human Rights • Latin American History • Student Leadership


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Science Expectations and Recommendations

Science Pathways For Recommendations 1st Year 2nd Year 3rd Year 4th year A C, D,

ESOL physical Science

ESOL level

ESOL Biology (Students must take

11th grade year if they have NOT!)

ESOL Physics or ESOL Chemistry

(Algebra 2 or Honors Algebra 2 co-req or

Physical Science

Average MS Math & Science scores

Math co-req: Algebra I

Biology Good reading

and writing skills Math co-req Hon

Geometry

Chemistry (Algebra 2 or

Honors Algebra 2 co-req or

completed Algebra 1)

Adv Science Electives: Environmental Chemistry

• Students should be in 11th or 12th grade and should have taken chemistry or a physical science prior

Anatomy & Physiology

• Students need strong writing skills and should have a B or higher in Biology

Forensics • Must have

completed and passed chemistry!!!

AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Physics AP Environmental Science (APES) Horticulture Marine Biology Biochemistry Genetics Research Methods *Geoscience exploration *a newly created physical science course that explores earth science.

Honors Biology (*HSA)

High Science, reading and writing

skills Math co-req: Hon

Geometry

Honors Chemistry or Chemistry

(Algebra 2 or Honors Algebra 2 co-req or

completed)

Honors Physics High math, science, reading, writing and

literacy skills Math co-req: Honors Algebra II, Honors geometry OR pre-

calculus

Honors Chemistry and/or

Honors Biology (Students on this path have a

lot of choice and can go directly to AP Biology without

taking biology first)


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World Languages Expectations and Placement Recommendations Learning a foreign language can be an exciting, enjoyable experience, but it also requires time, attention and dedication on the part of the students. Language is a habit, and, as such, requires daily practice for mastery. The teachers in our department strongly believe that all students can be successful if they put in the required effort. The four basic language skills are listening, speaking, reading and writing. We concentrate on all of them equally. In the upper levels, a study of the cultural, historical and literary aspects of the target civilizations is emphasized as a vehicle for learning. All Classes

• Student completes daily homework assignments that will require between 15-60 minutes of studying according to the level of the course.

• Student possesses good study and note-taking skills and maintains an organized binder. Levels I, II and III

• Student learns grammar and vocabulary necessary to communicate in the target language in the context of the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.

• Student displays the motivation to be a proactive learner and has the maturity to be a positive and eager contributor to class discussions and activities.

• Student is expected to pass the county examination in all four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

Level IV and Higher

• Student communicates solely in the target language (except for Latin). • Student actively participates in class discussions. • Student is a proactive learner and possesses the intellectual curiosity to learn in depth the language and culture

that he/she proposes to study. • Advanced Placement student takes the culminating AP exam offered by the College Board and recognized by

most universities as having the equivalent value of a minimum 3 credit college credits. • Student in multi-level classes (upper level French, Latin, Japanese and Arabic) are expected to have the

independent study skills of maturity, self-reliance and integrity that are necessary to complete the program requirements of their language program of studies.

Native Speakers (French, Spanish, and Immersion)

• Students who took Spanish or French Immersion in middle school (levels 1-3) are automatically placed into Honors level 4.

• Native speakers are expected to take a diagnostic test to determine level placement. • Spanish for Spanish Speakers (SSS) course - Student is fluent speaker of standard or nonstandard Spanish.

Fluency means that Spanish is the spoken language at home and student replies to parents in Spanish. • Spanish for Spanish Speakers (SSS) course - Student displays average to strong academic skills in English

and/or Spanish.

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