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The Barack Obama Academy for Academic & Civic DevelopmentIndividualized Program Plan

School Year: 2012-2013 An Individualized Program Plan shall be prepared annually for each student enrolled in the Barack Obama Academy for Academic and Civic Development. The IPP provides the student, guardian, and teacher with an overall program plan for guiding the implementation of the agreed-upon educational experiences and program activities that satisfy the credit year and curriculum proficiency requirement.

I. IDENTIFYING INFORMATION

STUDENT PROFILE

Name: Gender: Date of Birth:

School: The Barack Obama Academy for Academic & Civic Development ID:

Current Grade: School Year: 2012-2013

Date of Enrolled:

II. ASSESSMENT DATA

List relevant educational, medical/health and behavioral assessment Information Source Date(s) Summary of Results

Teacher Observation(s) & Conferences w/ Student

September 14, 2011/October 2011/November 2, 2011/January 11, 2012/February 27, 2012/ March 30 & April 2, 2012/ May & June

Cereniti has difficulty starting conversations, entering groups and connecting with people. Additionally, she has difficulty persisting on challenging or tedious tasks.

III. PROGRAM OPTION

The above-named student has been recommended for placement in the alternative program/school indicated below.

Program/School Name:

The Barack Obama Academy o f Academic and Civic Development Location: 1200 Myrtle Avenue Plainfield, New Jersey 07063

The Barack Obama Academy for Academic & Civic Development

Individualized Program Plan

A. Provide a Brief Program Description: The Barack Obama Academy for Academic and Civic Development is a school within the Plainfield Public School District. It is the goal of the BOAACD that all students who participate do so in pursuit of life long learning, which include but is not limited to, graduation from high school, continuing education at a college or university, and continuing education in the pursuit of a master’s degree and/or doctoral work. In order to ensure that students take an appropriately diverse distribution of courses to meet the goals listed above; courses of study at BOAACD are diverse, comprehensive and rigorous.

B. Provide a rationale which supports the recommendation of the above named student in the program:

C. Please the list the Strengthens and Weaknesses of the Student

Student’s strengths are in the following areas:

1. 2. 3.

Student’s weaknesses are in the following areas:

1. 2.

Support Services and/or Special Accommodations Required: Yes (X)__ No _____ If yes, Please indicate the services needed or the department to consultant with regarding the student (i.e. Special Services, Health/Personnel Support Service).

1. 2. 3.

CURRICULAR PLAN

The Barack Obama Academy for Academic & Civic Development Individualized Program Plan

Standardized Test Scores

Date of Test Test Reading Writing Math Science Language

Arts Other

March 2012 NJ/HSPA 182 194

(*Replace the word other with the appropriate information/title)

CURRENT STATUS OVERVIEW

Number of Current Credits: Graduation Credit Requirements: State Requirements: Note where earned and number of credits. Please refer to N.J.A.C.6A:8-5.1

All credits m u s t be included ( optional Transcript and other documents can be imported from the district’s data collection system)

Course Grade Credit School of Record

Humanities English 9 Plainfield/BOAACD English 10 Plainfield/BOAACDEnglish 11 (2011-2012) Plainfield/BOAACDEnglish 12 (2012-2013) Plainfield/BOAACD

Journalism & Mass Media I* Plainfield/BOAACD Images of Women in Modern Literature* BOAACD Health/Physical Education 9 Plainfield/BOAACD10 Plainfield/BOAACD11 (2011-2012) Plainfield/BOAACD12 (2012-2013) Plainfield/BOAACD

History World History Plainfield/BOAACDU.S. History I Plainfield/BOAACDU.S. History II (2011-2012) Plainfield/BOAACDAfrican American History* Plainfield/BOAACD

Civics BOAACD Economics BOAACD Sociology* BOAACD BOAACD Mathematics Algebra I Plainfield/BOAACDAlgebra II Plainfield/BOAACDGeometry (2011-2012) Plainfield/BOAACDPre-Calculus Plainfield/BOAACD



Course Grade Credit School of Record Sciences Urban Ecology (Earth/Physical) Plainfield/BOAACD Biology (2011-2012) Plainfield/BOAACD Chemistry (2012-2013) Plainfield/BOAACD Anatomy & Physiology* Plainfield/BOAACD World Language

Spanish I (2011-2012) Plainfield/BOAACD Spanish II (2012-2013) Plainfield/BOAACD

Fine/Performing/Practical Arts

Drawing Plainfield/BOAACD Painting Plainfield/BOAACD Sculpting Plainfield/BOAACD Elective Courses*

21st Century Life Skills* BOAACD Computer Applications (2011-2012) Plainfield/BOAACD Plainfield/BOAACD Plainfield/BOAACD Plainfield/BOAACD Plainfield/BOAACD


Humanities

The curriculum that will be met by satisfactory completion of the program goals and objectives through the following methods: [ ] Regular Course Completion – Indicate the specific curriculum proficiencies that will be met for

each aspect of the educational experience(s) included in the plan and the number of credits earned in each curricular area:

[ ] Repeater Completion Option – Indicate the specific curriculum proficiencies that will be met for

each aspect of the educational experience(s) included in the plan and the number of credits earned in each curricular area.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

ENGLISH 9-STANDARD (Credits: 5.00) Student consistently demonstrated proficiency in the area of language arts orally and/or in written communication compe tenc ie s and in reading skills necessary for comprehension, d i s c r i m i n a t i o n , and enjoyment. Teachers design lessons that address the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards of the five language-arts areas: speaking, listening, reading, writing, and viewing. Students continue to refine their skills in speaking, listening, reading, writing, and viewing as they encounter n e w l i t e r a tu r e . In this course students complete a research project according to established standards that will prepare them for future research. Student portfolios will continue to add their finish pieces of writing to their personal portfolios.

COURSE PROFICIENCIES/OBJECTIVES REQUIRED:

Teaching Methods:

Course Requirements: The students will be required to develop a research project that is relevant to the course content.

Procedures for Evaluation:

Documentation: Portfolio



Humanities

The curriculum that will be met by satisfactory completion of the program goals and objectives through the following methods:


[ ] Regular Course Completion – Indicate the specific curriculum proficiencies that will be met for




COURSE DESCRIPTION ENGLISH 10-STANDARD (Credits: 5.00)

Building upon the competencies developed in English 9 courses, English 10 Standard is designed to meet the needs of tenth graders who have consistently demonstrated average levels of proficiency in the area of language arts and who have the potential to continue education beyond high school. To maintain these acceptable levels, concentrated instruction is given in oral and written communication competencies and in reading skills necessary for comprehension, discrimination, and enjoyment. Individual abilities and needs are addressed. Teachers des ign lessons that address the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards of the five language-arts areas: speaking, listening, reading, writing, and viewing.

COURSE PROFICIENCIES OBJECTIVES REQUIRED:

Teaching Methods:





Humanities


[ X ] Regular Course Completion – Indicate the specific curriculum proficiencies that will be met for




COURSE DESCRIPTION ENGLISH 11-STANDARD (Credits: 5.00) Student completed and passed this course during the 2011-2012 academic year. Building upon and reinforcing the competencies developed in English 9 and 10 courses, English 11 Standard is designed to meet the needs of students who have consistently demonstrated average levels of proficiency in the area of language arts and who have the potential to continue education beyond high school. To maintain these acceptable levels, additional instruction and practice in reading, writing, speaking, and listening areas are given. Special emphasis is placed on representative literary genres. Teachers design lessons that address the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards of the five language-arts areas: speaking, listening, reading, writing, and viewing.

COURSE PROFICIENCIES/ OBJECTIVES REQUIRED:

Teaching Methods:






Humanities






COURSE DESCRIPTION ENGLISH 12-STANDARD (Credits: 5.00)

Building upon and reinforcing the competencies developed in English 9, 10, and 11 courses, English 12 Standard is designed to meet the needs of students who have consistently demonstrated average levels of proficiency in the language arts and who have the potential to continue education beyond high school. To maintain these acceptable levels, this course provides opportunities for pupils to sharpen their verbal skills and to cultivate reading skills and tastes appropriate for adult life. Teachers design lessons that address the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards of the five language-arts areas: speaking, listening, reading, writing, and viewing.

COURSE PROFICIENCIESOBJECTIVES REQUIRED:

Teaching Methods:





Humanities The curriculum that will be met by satisfactory completion of the program goals and objectives through the following methods:



[ ] Repeater Completion Option – Indicate the specific curriculum proficiencies that will be me t for


COURSE DESCRIPTION

JOURNALISM & MASS MEDIA I (Credits: 5.00)

This course is designed to offer humanities elective to students, particularly freshmen and sophomores, interested in continuing their studies in writing and photography and who are interested in learning the basics of journalism. Students will learn one or more software programs that facilitate the layout and printing of newsletters, bulletins, etc., and develop and understanding of how the media affects listeners and viewers.

COURSE PROFICIENCIES/OBJECTIVES REQUIRED: Teaching Methods: Course Requirements: The students will be required to develop a research project that is relevant to the course content. Procedures for Evaluation: Documentation: Portfolio



Humanities The curriculum that will be met by satisfactory completion of the program goals and objectives through the following methods:





COURSE DESCRIPTION

IMAGES OF WOMEN IN MODERN LITERATURE (Credits: 5.00)

This course is designed to offer humanities elective to students, particularly juniors and seniors. The objective of this course is to study the portraits of women in modern literature drawn mostly by women. It examines the various roles women have engaged in literature and the ways in which race, class, and ethnicity shape the works. Additionally, an emphasis is applied to the diverse ways in which contemporary American women writers of color address issues of history, social deviance, resistance, self-revision and assertion.


Teaching Methods:


Procedures for Evaluation: Documentation: Portfolio


Health/Physical Education






COURSE DESCRIPTION PHYSICAL EDUCATION/HEALTH (Credits 5.00) During the class, students learn techniques to help resolve conflicts in a healthy and non-violent way by: recognizing conflict; active and passive listening, creation of me statements, identification of feelings, cool down techniques, and decision making. These topics are introduced, discussed, and applied through individual and group problem solving activities that can be “brought inside the school” and used throughout life. Develop practices and attitudes of safe and healthful living through the introduction and understanding of facts related to family life, relationships, drugs and alcohol, first aid and safety, human reproduction and childbirth. The ultimate goal is for each student to have a sense of responsibility about choices in life. Students will also look at the knowledge and skills necessary to self-assess, create, conduct, evaluate, and redesign personal fitness programs. It is required of all students and there are no substitutions, including participation in athletics. Fitness for Life may be taken anytime during grades nine through twelve, but it is strongly recommended that students take the class in either the ninth or tenth grade year. The course is a combination of classroom and activity-based learning activities with a focus on proper nutrition and the mastery of skills and concepts necessary for students to become accomplished monitors of their personal lifetime fitness. Through participation, students learn to compare the fitness benefits in a variety of individual and team activities. COURSE PROFICIENCIES/ OBJECTIVES REQUIRED:

Teaching Methods:






History The curriculum that will be met by satisfactory completion of the program goals and objectives through the following methods:





COURSE DESCRIPTION WORLD HISTORY (Credits: 5.00)

World history is the first ninth grade required course, the first in a three year required course sequence in social studies, that surveys world history, geography, traditions and political institutions that have shaped our world. Students will be involved in a broad spectrum of activities, investigation of the cultural, social and historic background of the contemporary world and addresses the New Jersey Core Curriculum Standards.


Teaching Methods:

Course Requirements:

The students will be required to develop a research project that is relevant to the course content.



The Barack Obama Academy of Academic and Civic DevelopmentIndividualized Program Plan

History






COURSE DESCRIPTION UNITED STATES HISTORY I (Credits: 5.00) United States History I is the second in a three year required course sequence in social studies, designed to help students become knowledgeable citizens and thoughtful voters through a study of the past and present problems of American democracy. The course surveys the important historical events that occurred from the colonial period until the late nineteenth centuries with emphasis on African American and Latino studies. The main emphasis centers on the constitution and civic responsibilities for encouraging good citizenship and addresses appropriate New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards. COURSE PROFICIENCIES/ OBJECTIVES REQUIRED:

Teaching Methods:

Course Requirements: Students will be responsible for researching and writing a term paper along with quizzes and essays Procedures for Evaluation:








COURSE DESCRIPTION UNITED STATES HISTORY II (Credits: 5.00) United States 2 is the third required course in the social studies sequence that concentrates on important political, social and cultural events from 1900 to the present. In addition, the U.S. position in the international community is studied. There is continued emphasis on African-American and Latino interests. The New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards are addressed and emphasized. COURSE PROFICIENCIES/OBJECTIVES REQUIRED: Teaching Methods: Course Requirements: Students will be responsible for researching and writing a term paper along with quizzes and essays Procedures for Evaluation: Documentation: Portfolio


History






COURSE DESCRIPTION AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY (Credits: 5.00) African American History is an elective available to eligible students who have successfully completed the basic requirements for history. It is for students who want a deeper perspective of African American History and traditions. Students will read a variety of books and supplemental materials and actively and actively participate in thoughtful talks is seminar format. Students will explore the early civilizations of Africa, the Diaspora and the early effects of the early transatlantic slave trade on American people and discussions on the developments of rich traditions and culture. Students will also explore the historical struggle for full freedom and equality of various African American communities. COURSE PROFICIENCIES OBJECTIVES REQUIRED: Teaching Methods: Course Requirements: Students will be responsible for researching and writing a term paper along with quizzes and essays. Procedures for Evaluation: Documentation: Portfolio



[ ] Regular Course Completion – Indicate the specific curriculum proficiencies that will be met for each aspect of the educational experience(s) included in the plan and the number of credits earned in each curricular area:

[ ] Repeater Completion Option – Indicate the specific curriculum proficiencies that will be met for each aspect of the educational experience(s) included in the plan and the number of credits earned in each curricular area.

COURSE DESCRIPTION SOCIOLOGY (Credits: 5.00) Sociology is an elective course offered to students in grade 11 and 12. The first marking period will give students a sociological perspective for considering social problems in their community, the nation and the world. It will place a great deal of emphasis on social interaction. The second marking period will give students a basis of thinking about their goals and plans for the future. Sociology will help students to better relate to their environment and to improve their skills and abilities so that they may adequately cope. COURSE PROFICIENCIES/OBJECTIVES REQUIRED: Teaching Methods: Course Requirements: Students will be responsible for researching and writing projects, along with quizzes and essays. Some projects will be community based. Procedures for Evaluation: Documentation: Portfolio





COURSE DESCRIPTION CIVICS (Credits 2.50) This course explores what it means to be an informed, participating citizen in a democratic society. Students will learn about the elements of democracy in local, national, and global contexts, about political reactions to social change, and about political decision-making processes in Canada. They will explore their own and others’ ideas about civics questions and learn how to think critically about public issues and react responsibly to them. COURSE PROFICIENCIES/OBJECTIVES REQUIRED: Teaching Methods: Course Requirements: Students will be responsible for researching and writing projects, along with quizzes and essays. Some projects will be community based. Procedures for Evaluation: Documentation: Portfolio


History




COURSE DESCRIPTION ECONOMICS (Credits 2.50) This course investigates the nature of the competitive global economy and explores how individuals and societies can gain the information they need to make appropriate economic decisions. Students will learn about the principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics, apply economic models and concepts to interpret economic information, assess the validity of statistics, and investigate marketplace dynamics. Students will use economic inquiry and communication skills to analyze current economic issues, make informed judgments and present their findings. COURSE PROFICIENCIES/OBJECTIVES REQUIRED: Teaching Methods: Course Requirements: Students will be responsible for researching and writing projects, along with quizzes and essays. Some projects will be community based. Procedures for Evaluation: Documentation: Portfolio


Mathematics The curriculum that will be met by satisfactory completion of the program goals and objectives through the following methods:




COURSE DESCRIPTION ALGEBRA I (Credits: 5.00) Algebra I is the first course in the high school mathematics sequence. Students learn to represent relationships using numbers, variables, expressions, equations, and formulas; and they use equations and inequalities to solve problems. They collect, organize, and analyze data; and learn to translate among graphs, tables, and symbolic statements algebra I work focuses on understanding mathematical principles and concepts, and communication mathematical thinking. COURSE PROFICIENCIES OBJECTIVES REQUIRED: Teaching Methods: Lecture, Discussion, Projects, Term Paper, Technology, Collaborative Learning, Guided Practice and Peer Tutoring Course Requirements: The students will be required to develop a research project that is relevant to the course content. Procedures for Evaluation: Documentation: Portfolio


Mathematics The curriculum that will be met by satisfactory completion of the program goals and objectives through the following methods:




COURSE DESCRIPTION

GEOMETRY (Credits: 5.00) Geometry is the second course in the high school mathematics sequence. Students learn properties of plane (two-dimensional) and solid (three-dimensional) figures, and use those properties to find various quantities, including length, area, perimeter, volume, and angle measurements. They apply geometric concepts to solve everyday problems, and learn to communicate and justify their mathematical thinking. COURSE PROFICIENCIES/OBJECTIVES REQUIRED: Teaching Methods: Course Requirements: The students will be required to develop a research project that is relevant to the course content. Procedures for Evaluation: Documentation: Portfolio


Mathematics





COURSE DESCRIPTION

ALGEBRA II (Credits: 5.00)

Algebra II is the third course in the high school mathematics sequence. Juniors will study typical Algebra II topics as listed, and will also engage in an extensive refresher course in HSPA-tested mathematical concepts. The focus of the Algebra II component is an extensive study of functions, graphs, and transformations on the coordinate plane. Students study linear equations and inequalities, nonlinear functions, and systems of linear and nonlinear functions. Conics are introduced, with emphasis on the relationship between graphs and equations of conic sections. The HSPA refresher component includes in-depth study of rational numbers and operations coordinate geometry and principles of measurement, algebraic thinking, probability and statistics, and discrete mathematics topics.


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Sciences The curriculum that will be met by satisfactory completion of the program goals and objectives through the following methods:




COURSE DESCRIPTION URBAN ECOLOGY (Credits: 5.00) This freshman course is designed to develop the student’s understanding of the Earth and its surroundings through the study of topics in meteorology, geology, astronomy, climatology, and oceanography. Earth Science provides the student a framework for the understanding of everyday life. Weather forecasting, volcanic activity, earthquakes, storms, polar caps, the atmosphere, and plate tectonics are some of the topics covered that relate directly to students’ everyday lives. The Physical Science component provides an introduction to the composition, structure and properties of matter and energy. Lab activities and hands-on assignments reinforce student understanding of material presented. COURSE PROFICIENCIES/OBJECTIVES REQUIRED: Teaching Methods: Course Requirements: Demonstrate an understanding of the scientific processes students use “habits of the mind” within the content areas of Earth Science and Physical Science. Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between science and society. Recognize the cultural contributions and historical perspectives within the cultural area. Demonstrate an understanding between Earth Science and Physical Science and society. Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between mathematics to explain scientific principles. Procedures for Evaluation: Documentation: Portfolio


Sciences





COURSE DESCRIPTION BIOLOGY (Credits: 5.00) Biology, the study of life on Earth, includes an understanding of: diversity, complexity and interdependence. Organisms evolve, and adapt to their environments. Study about the environment which is a system of interdependent components affected by human activity and natural phenomenon are explored. Biology is a laboratory based science emphasizing the process of scientific investigation through the study of living things. This course exposes students to a wide range of biological science topics: the study of the nature of the cell through DNA and heredity – genetics, molecular logy. The relationship of these biological processes to human body systems will be explained. Laboratory experiences will reinforce the understanding of material. COURSE PROFICIENCIES/OBJECTIVES REQUIRED: Teaching Methods: Course Requirements: Demonstrate an understanding of the scientific processes students use “habits of the mind” within the content area of biology and environmental studies. Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between science and society. Recognize the cultural contributions and historical perspectives within the cultural area. Demonstrate an understanding between science of biology and society. Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between science and mathematics. All students will be able to use a compound microscope. Procedures for Evaluation: Documentation: Portfolio


Sciences The curriculum that will be met by satisfactory completion of the program goals and objectives through the following methods:




COURSE DESCRIPTION CHEMISTRY (Credit 5.00) Chemistry is a laboratory-oriented course designed to enable all students to acquire an understanding of how chemical theory is developed and how a chemist thinks and works. Students investigate the composition, properties and reactions of matter. The approach is inductive and mathematical, as well as conceptual. Students will be taught that chemistry is an integral part of society and is therefore relevant to their lives. Laboratory experiments and demonstrations will be used to reinforce fundamental concepts. The nature of energy of matter and energy is essential to an understanding of the physical universe. This will lead students from their experiences with the states and properties of matter to the development of models of the atom and the underlying principles of chemistry. COURSE PROFICIENCIES OBJECTIVES REQUIRED: Teaching Methods: Course Requirements: Calculators are needed during instruction and assessment. Students will write laboratory reports. Procedures for Evaluation: Documentation: Portfolio


Sciences The curriculum that will be met by satisfactory completion of the program goals and objectives through the following methods: [ ] Regular Course Completion – Indicate the specific curriculum proficiencies that will be met for




COURSE DESCRIPTION ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY (Credits: 5.00) Human Anatomy and Physiology concerns the major external-internal structure and function of the human body. The course intends to develop a basic knowledge of man’s normal and abnormal physiology as represented by the latest advance in the various areas of the subject. It is designed for students with a comprehensive science background. The course will be of special interest for those contemplating some aspect of the medical profession. COURSE PROFICIENCIES/OBJECTIVES REQUIRED: Teaching Methods: Course Requirements: Participation in team designed projects and/ or individual projects are required. Extensive independent research Extensive Reading and Writing Procedures for Evaluation: Documentation: Portfolio


World Language The curriculum that will be met by satisfactory completion of the program goals and objectives through the following methods:

[ ] Regular Course Completion – Indicate the specific curriculum proficiencies that will be met for each aspect of the educational experience(s) included in the plan and the number of credits earned in each curricular area.


COURSE DESCRIPTION SPANISH I (Credits: 5.00) This is the first course designed for beginner learners of Spanish. It will focus on the four functions of language: listening, speaking, reading and writing. It is designed to improve basic interpersonal communication in Spanish as well as teach the basics of Spanish grammar and pronunciation. It will also introduce various Hispanic cultures and make comparisons to American culture. The major concepts will be Hispanic culture, school, friendship, sport/leisure activities, food, family, clothing, vacations, home, health and community. Each unit will include appropriate vocabulary and grammar to be able to read, write and converse in the language. COURSE PROFICIENCIES OBJECTIVES REQUIRED: Teaching Methods: Course Requirements: Students will be expected to listen and respond to dialogues, read and respond to short passages and write grammatically correct sentences to describe situations using appropriate vocabulary. Procedures for Evaluation: Documentation: Portfolio


World Language


[ ] Regular Course Completion – Indicate the specific curriculum proficiencies that will be met for each aspect of the educational experience(s) included in the plan and the number of credits earned in each curricular area.


COURSE DESCRIPTION SPANISH II (Credits: 5.00) This is the second course designed for low intermediate learners of Spanish. It will focus on the Four functions of language: listening, speaking, reading and writing. It is designed to continue to improve basic interpersonal communication in Spanish and improve the students’ Spanish grammar and pronunciation. It will continue to explore Hispanic cultures and make comparison to American culture. The major concepts will be Hispanic culture, daily routines, school, clothing, leisure activities, childhood, celebrations, choices, shopping, movies, and accidents. Each unit will include appropriate vocabulary and grammar to be able to read, write and converse in the language. COURSE PROFICIENCIES/OBJECTIVES REQUIRED: Teaching Methods: Course Requirements: Students will be expected to listen and respond to dialogues, read and respond to passages and write to give opinions and describe situations using appropriate vocabulary and grammar. Procedures for Evaluation: Documentation: Portfolio


21st Century Life Skills




COURSE DESCRIPTION 21ST CENTURY LIFE SKILLS (Credits 5.00) The purpose of this course is to increase student knowledge and ability in skills necessary for everyday living. Topics included will be self-assessment, relating to others, post-secondary education, careers, employment, consumerism, money management, housing, food, marketing and preparation, clothing choices and care. There is special emphasis on using the community as a classroom. This course gives the type of knowledge needed by everyone for everyday living. COURSE PROFICIENCIES/OBJECTIVES REQUIRED: Teaching Methods: Course Requirements: Students will be expected to listen and respond to dialogues, read and respond to various life issues and write to give opinions and describe situations using appropriate vocabulary and grammar. Procedures for Evaluation: Documentation: Portfolio


Fine Arts The curriculum that will be met by satisfactory completion of the program goals and objectives through the following methods:



COURSE DESCRIPTION VISUAL ARTS (Credits: 5.00) The purpose of this course is to develop an understanding of what the Visual Arts has to offer our students, to accomplish this task they will be introduced to three foundation disciplines that are essential to the achieve- ment goals of our high school core curriculum content standards. This will include the following components of Drawing, Painting and Sculpture as our main focus to produce a portfolio of work suitable for college educational pursuits, personal fulfillment and professional careers. COURSE PROFICIENCIES/OBJECTIVES REQUIRED: Teaching Methods: Course Requirements: Procedures for Evaluation: Documentation: Portfolio


III. PLANNING TEAM List below the individuals that planned the alternative education program option for the above named student: Name Title ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ The program descried in this plan has been discussed with the student and reviewed and accepted by the parent(s) or guardian(s)

Student’s Name Date Signature

Parent’s/Guardian’s Name Date Signature I hereby certify that the academic program option indicated above been reviewed and approved by me for the above-named student and that the number of credits for the curricular area(s) indicated is acceptable in pursuance of the District’s state-endorsed high school diploma.

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