Download Graduation Requirements - West Morris Mendham High School

West Morris Mendham HS
th
8
Grade
Curriculum Night
January 23, 2013
West Morris Mendham HS
Graduation Requirements
To earn a diploma, a student shall be required to:
 Complete 130 credits.
 Satisfactorily complete the following full-year required
courses:
 English - 4 years
 History - 3 years (World History, US History I & II)
 Mathematics - 3 years
 Modern Language - 2 years
 Science - 3 years
 Phys. Ed./Health - All yrs. in school
 Fine/Performing and Practical Arts - 2 years
(1 Yr Fine/Performing Art, 1 Yr Practical Art Required)
 Financial Literacy – 1 semester
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Visual/Performing Arts:
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Art 1, Intro to Ceramics (Semester),
Sculpture (Semester), Art Appreciation
(Semester).
Band, Choir, Orchestra, Wind Ensemble,
Intro Piano (Semester), Piano Applications
(Semester), Instrumental Music Lab
(Semester).
Introduction to Theatre Arts
West Morris Mendham HS
Career Education/Consumer, Family
& Life Skills:
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Tech Applications (S) , CAD (S), Robotics (S), Engineering
Robotics (S), 3-D Modeling (S), Architecture (S), Digital
Video (S)
Computer Applications (S), WWW Workshop (S), Publishing
& Web Apps (S), Google Applications (S) NEW.
Culinary Arts (S), Gourmet Foods (S).
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(S) = Semester course
Financial Literacy
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Beginning with the class of 2014, all students
must fulfill 2.5 credits (1 semester) of a basic
finance course:
Financial Literacy (S)**
 Entrepreneurship (S) **
 Economics (Full Year Course)—Available in 11th
and 12th grades only
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** = can be used for EITHER financial literacy requirement OR
practical art requirement—not both!
(S) = Semester course
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Scheduling Process
January: Middle schools mail teacher
recommendation forms home.
January 23rd : The 8th Grade Curriculum Night at
Mendham High School, 7-9 p.m.
February - March : Scheduling Conferences with
High School Guidance Counselors.
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Black River: February 7, 8, 13, 14
Mountain View: February 20-21
Mendham Township: February 26, 27, 28
St. Joseph’s: February 12
West Morris Mendham HS
Sample Course Offerings
MUSIC DEPARTMENT
65020
65120
65420
66220
66320
Band (AC)
Orchestra (AC)
Choir (AC)
Introductory Piano (AC) ………..….S
Piano Applications (AC) ………..….S
Key:
…..S = Semester Course
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Selection Form
West Morris Mendham High School 2012-2013 Freshman Course List
Student Name:_________________________ Home Telephone_________________
Parent Signature_________________ Student Signature ________________________
Circle one course per department. *** There will be no course
changes accepted after May 1, 2013.
ENGLISH DEPARTMENT
Code
Course
10150
10130
10120
English 1 (HN/Pre-IB)
English 1 (AV)
English 1 (AC)
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Art
Suggested Course Sequence
Art 1
Academic
Art 2 ***
IB, Adv.
Painting***
IB, Adv.
Graphic
Design ***
IB, Adv.
Semester Courses
Introduction to Ceramics (Acad)
Sculpture (Acad)
Junior Art
IB-HL
Studio Art/Design
IB/AP
Introductory Drawing (Acad)
Digital Photography (Acad)
Art Appreciation (Adv., Acad.)
*** Differentiated Proficiencies
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Semester Courses
Computer Applications
(Adv.,Acad.)
Entrepreneurship***
(Adv., Acad.)
Financial Literacy***
(Adv./Acad.)
Business
***Differentiated Proficiencies
Accounting
Principles
Adv
Principles of
Business***
Adv, Acad
Google Applications
(Adv, Acad.) NEW
Marketing &
Advertising***
(Adv., Acad.)
Publishing & Web
Applications***
(Adv./Acad.)
World-Wide Web
Workshop
(Acad.)
Business &
Management
IB-SL
Principles of
Law***
Adv, Acad
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English
Suggested Course Sequence
English 1
Honors/Pre IB
English 1
Advanced
English 1
Academic
English 1
Studies
Grade 10
English 2
Honors/Pre IB
English 2
Advanced
English 2
Academic
English 2
Studies
Grade 11
English 3
IB/AP
English 3
Advanced
English 3
Academic
English 3
Studies
Grade 12
English 4
IB/AP
English 4
Advanced
English 4
Academic
English 4
Studies
Grade 9
ELECTIVES: Creative Writing (Adv)
Intro. To Theatre Arts (Adv, Acad)
Public Speaking (Adv)
Western Theatre (Adv, Acad)
Journalism: Yearbook 1, 2/3 (Adv)
Theatre Arts I & II (IB, Adv.)
Journalism: Communications 1, 2, 3 (Adv) Theory of Knowledge (Adv)
ENGLISH
Grade 9
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Reading
 classical and contemporary literature
 summer reading
Writing
 responding to literature
 taking a position
Speaking
 articulating points of view
Listening
 learning from others
Studies English 1
Guidelines for Grouping
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Middle School Performance
 has difficulty
Reading
 below grade level
Writing
 has difficulty
Class atmosphere
 guided learning
 small class
Academic English 1:
Guidelines for Grouping
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Middle School Performance
 Average
Reading
 Mastery of literal meaning of literature; some
inferential understanding expected
Writing
 Writing both in and out of class; class time spent on
grammar and vocabulary
Class Atmosphere
 Less competitive atmosphere; guided learning
Advanced English 1:
Guidelines for Grouping
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Middle School Performance
 Good - excellent; A’s and B’s
Reading
 Literal and most inferential understanding expected
Writing
 Most writing skills mastered; some review of
grammar and vocabulary. A’s and B’s
Class Atmosphere
 Competitive atmosphere
Honors English 1:
Guidelines for Grouping
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Middle School Performance
 Excellent with recommendation ; A student
Reading
 Challenging literature; inferential understanding
expected.
Writing
 Essays demonstrating understanding; independent study
of grammar, usage and vocabulary; A’s in writing
Class Atmosphere
 Competitive atmosphere
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Family & Consumer Science
Semester Courses
Culinary Arts
Academic
Creative Cooking
and Baking
Academic
Essentials of
Culinary Nutrition
World Cuisine
Gourmet Foods
Academic
Academic
Academic
FULL YEAR COURSE
Design Technology: Food Science & Technology IB
West Morris Mendham HS
History and Social Science
Suggested Course Sequence
World History
Honors/Pre IB
World History
Advanced
World History
Academic
World History
Studies
Grade 10
U.S. History I
Honors/Pre IB
U.S. History I
Advanced
U.S. History I
Academic
U.S. History I
Studies
Grade 11
US History II
IB/AP
U.S. History II
Advanced
U.S. History II
Academic
U.S. History II
Studies
Grade 9
Grade 12
Economics IB
European History/20th Century History IB
European History AP
Psychology IB
Research Methods in Psychology IB
US Govt. & Politics AP
Electives (Advanced)
American Legal System (Sem.)
Economics
Western Civilization
Sociology (Sem.)
Anthropology (Sem.)
Contemp. World Issues (Sem.)
Human Behavior and Development
“Names, facts and dates: this is what
history has become for a lot of
students. But the funny thing is that
when you ask historians what they
do, an entirely different picture
emerges. They see themselves as
detectives searching for clues to a
puzzle that can never entirely be
solved.”
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Sam Wineburg, Professor of Education,
Stanford University
Students as Historians
What the classroom should look like
Analyzing Primary sources
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All Levels:
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What are the origins of this document? When
was it written? What type of source is it? Who
created it?
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What is the purpose of this document?
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What value does this document have for us as
students of history? What are the limitations
of this document?
World History
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Study of major ideas and concepts found in
the study of global history.
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Students participate in problem solving,
critical analysis, and reflective thinking.
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The course requires students to take greater
responsibility for their learning.
Analyzing Historical
Documents
The Common Core
Literacy
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Building knowledge through content-rich nonfiction
and informational texts
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Reading and writing grounded in evidence from text
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Regular practice with complex text and its academic
vocabulary
Develop & defend
a point of view.
Do original research.
Create effective
arguments in debate
& in writing.
Consider multiple
points of view.
Seek relevant
evidence in
research.
Understand & use
the habits of mind
in history.
Appreciate
the tentative nature
of history.
Use visuals, projects,
& technology to
demonstrate learning.
Develop a broad body of history knowledge.
Develop an
appreciation for
differences.
Analyze
primary
sources.
Understand that history is
a “foreign place.” They
did things differently there.
West Morris Mendham HS
Mathematics
Suggested Course Sequence
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
Algebra 1
Geometry
Algebra 2
Acad, Studies
Acad, Studies
Acad, Studies
Found. of
College
Mathematics
Academic
Algebra 1
Geometry
Algebra 2
Pre-Calculus
Advanced
Advanced
Advanced
Geometry
Algebra 2
Pre-Calculus
Advanced
Advanced
Geometry
Algebra 2
Pre-Calculus
Honors/Pre
IB
Honors/Pre
IB
IB/Honors
Advanced
Elective Courses
Computer Science
IB-SL
Statistics AP
Advanced
Discrete Math
IB-SL,
Calculus (Adv.)
Further Mathematics
Honors / IB-SL
Calculus IBSL,
Probability &
Statistics
Advanced
Calculus AB AP,
Calculus BC
AP/IB-HL
Mendham High School Mathematics
Where e and x become something more than
mere letters and where pi becomes
something more than a sweet treat.
Math Department Objectives
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To develop conceptual understanding of fundamental
math topics
To develop procedural fluency in mathematical
computations
To develop strategic competence in problem-solving
strategies
To utilize adaptive reasoning techniques as a means
of problem-solving
To maintain a productive disposition for positive
classroom experiences
Department
Expectations
Enhance Problem Solving Skills
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Promote Critical Thinking and
Analysis
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Create awareness of mathematics
and its purpose in everyday life
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Instill Confidence
Four Levels of Mathematics
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Honors Level
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Advanced Level
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Academic Level
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Studies Level
Honors Level Progression
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Honors Geometry
(Grade 9)
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Honors Algebra II
(Grade 10)
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Honors Pre-Calculus
(Grade 11)
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Honors Calculus
AP/IB
(Grade 12)
Homework ≈ 45 - 60 minutes per class
Students have a natural love
and/or gift in the area of
mathematics. Students are
highly motivated, mature and
thrive on problem-solving
and critical analysis.
Students are prepared for
college level-classes
involving and/or focusing on
complex mathematical
processes.
Advanced Level Progression
(Sequence #1)
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Advanced Geometry
(Grade 9)
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Advanced Algebra II
(Grade 10)
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Advanced Pre-Calculus
(Grade 11)
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Advanced Calculus or
IB Discrete Math
(Grade 12)
Homework ≈ 45 minutes per class
Students possess strong
algebraic skills
particularly in factoring
and simplification. In this
course sequence, students
will develop strong
analytic mathematical
skills. They will become
well-prepared for college
level-classes involving
advanced mathematical
processes.
Summer Assignments
Honors Algebra II
Honors Geometry
Advanced Level Progression
(Sequence #2)
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Advanced Algebra I
(Grade 9)
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Advanced Geometry
(Grade 10)
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Advanced Algebra II
(Grade 11)
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Advanced Pre-Calculus
or IB Discrete Math
(Grade 12)
Homework ≈ 30-45 minutes per class
Students are prepared to
successfully perform on
the SAT’s and the HSPA.
Students will be primed to
take a math class at the
collegiate level. Students
will have developed solid
mathematical and
reasoning skills in this
course sequence.
Academic Level Progression
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Academic Algebra I
(Grade 9)
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Academic Geometry
(Grade 10)
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Academic Algebra II
(Grade 11)
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Academic Foundations
of College Math
(Grade 12)
Homework ≈ 30 minutes per class
Students are prepared to
adequately perform on
SAT’s, the HSPA, and
college entrance exams.
Students will be exposed
to various topics to
broaden their
understanding of
fundamental mathematics
concepts.
Studies Level Progression
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Studies Algebra I
(Grade 9)
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Studies Geometry
(Grade 10)
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Studies Algebra II
(Grade 11)
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Foundations of College
Math (Grade 12)
Homework ≈ 30 minutes per class
Students will be exposed to
various topics to broaden
their understanding of
fundamental mathematics
concepts. Students will
develop firm problemsolving skills and will be
able to successfully
perform basic
mathematical processes.
Contact Info
Mrs. Barbara Pagnotta
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 973 – 543 – 2501 x 4250
West Morris Mendham HS
Modern and Classical Languages
Suggested Course Sequences
Grade 9/10
French 1
Advanced
Grade 9/10
French 2
HN/Pre IB,
Advanced
Grade 10/11
French 3
HN/Pre IB,
Advanced
Grade 11/12
Grade 12
French 4
IB/HN, Adv.
French 5
IB/AP
Intro Spanish 1
Studies
Spanish
1
Adv/Acad
Latin 1
Advanced
Intro Spanish 2
Studies
Spanish 2
HN/Pre IB,
Advanced,
Academic
Spanish 3
HN/Pre IB,
Advanced,
Academic
Latin 2
Advanced
Latin 3
Adv., IB
Spanish 4
IB/HN, Adv
Spanish 5
IB/AP, Advanced
Latin 4
Advanced, IB
Chinese 1
Advanced
Chinese 2
Advanced
Chinese 2
Honors
Chinese 3
Advanced
Chinese 3
Honors
West Morris Regional
High School District
2013-2014
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To gain proficiency in a spoken language
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To COMMUNICATE with others
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To gain an understanding of other cultures
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To gain an understanding of our own culture
through comparisons with other cultures
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All students will be able to use a World
Language in addition to English to engage in
meaningful conversation, to understand and
interpret spoken and written language, and to
present information, concepts, and ideas, while
also gaining an understanding of the
perspectives of other cultures. Through
language study, they will also make
connections with other content areas, compare
the language and culture studies with their
own, and participate in home and global
communities.
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Novice –mid (characterized by word level)
Novice –high (characterized by sentence level)
Intermediate –low (sentence level +)
Intermediate –mid (strings of sentences)
Intermediate – high (connected sentences and
paragraphs)
Advanced – low (paragraph level discourse at
an independent level)
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Languages connect us to other people
Speaking another language helps us to
understand other cultures
Speaking another language helps with the
college admission process
Speaking another language helps us to be
successful in the modern workforce
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How much of the target language will you hear
in class?
 About 90% of the class will be conducted in the target
language at all levels, starting at level I
 At the higher levels, you may hear 100% target
language use
 ALL STUDENTS will be required to speak in the target
language
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A student at WMRHSD must take two years of
world language instruction in order to
graduate
A student can take more than one language at
the same time (ex., Chinese I and French II)
Studying more than one language is not
confusing; it is actually easier.
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CHINESE
SPANISH
FRENCH
LATIN (Mendham only)
Modern and Classical Languages
Suggested Course Sequences
Grade 9/10
French 1
Advanced
Grade 9/10
French 2
HN/Pre IB,
Advanced
Grade 10/11
French 3
HN/Pre IB,
Advanced
Grade 11/12
Grade 12
French 4
IB/HN, Adv.
French 5
IB/AP
Intro Spanish 1
Studies
Spanish
1
Adv/Acad
Latin 1
Advanced
Intro Spanish 2
Studies
Spanish 2
HN/Pre IB,
Advanced,
Academic
Spanish 3
HN/Pre IB,
Advanced,
Academic
Latin 2
Advanced
Latin 3
Adv., IB
Spanish 4
IB/HN, Adv
Spanish 5
IB/AP, Advanced
Latin 4
Advanced, IB
Chinese 1
Advanced
Chinese 2
Advanced
Chinese 2
Honors
Chinese 3
Advanced
Chinese 3
Honors
West Morris Mendham HS
Music
Semester Courses
(Academic)
Introductory Piano
Suggested Course Sequence
IB Music Option
Band
Piano Applications
Choir
Instrumental Music
Lab
Orchestra
Jazz Lab
Wind Ensemble
Band ***
IB, Adv, Acad
Wind
Ensemble
IB, Advanced
Choir***
IB, Adv, Acad
Orchestra ***
IB, Adv, Acad
*** Differentiated
Proficiencies
Fundamentals
of Music
Theory
Advanced
Music Theory
AP
West Morris Mendham HS
Science
Elective Offerings
Suggested Course Sequence
Anatomy & Physiology
Adv
Biology IB/AP
Biology 2 IB
Grade 9
Biology
Studies
Biology
Honors/Pre IB,
Advanced, Academic
Chemistry IB/AP
Chemistry 2 IB
Environmental Issues AV
Grade 10
Physical Science
Studies
Chemistry
Honors/Pre IB,
Advanced, Academic
Environmental Science IB/AP
Integrated Earth Systems Acad
Physics 2 IB
Grade 11
Integrated
Earth Systems
Academic, Studies
Physics
IB/Honors,
Advanced, Academic
NEW!
Physics “B” AP
Physics “C” AP
Sports, Exercise & Health Science IB
* West Morris Central only
** West Morris Mendham only
Science
Elective Offerings
Anatomy & Physiology
Considerations:
Grade 9
Biology
Studies
Adv
Biology: DNA Adv*
Biology 1 IB
1.8th Grade Science Teacher’s
Biology
Biology
1 APMath
Recommendation
Based on
BOTH
Honors/Pre IB,
and Science
Advanced,
Academic Performance Biology 2 IB
Chemistry:
Forensic
Science Adv*
2.NJBCT(New Jersey
Biology
Competency
1 IB
Test) for all students takingChemistry
a first year
biology course- Given in May
Chemistry AP
Grade
10
Physical Science
Studies
Chemistry
Honors/Preand
IB, District
3.State
Advanced, Academic
Science
Lab 2 IB
Chemistry
Requirements for Graduation – 3 years
Environmental Issues Adv
Grade 11
Integrated Earth Systems
Academic, Studies
4.Rutgers Recommendation
for
Business
Environmental
Systems
& Societies IB
Environmental
Sciencecore
AP
andPhysics
Science Majors: have
a science
Forensic Science Stud/Ac*
IB/Honors,
background(
Biology, Chemistry
and
Advanced,
Academic
Physics 2 IB
Physics)
5.IB/AP Demands
Physics “B” AP
Physics “C” AP
Sports, Exercise & Health Science
IB
BIOLOGY CHOICES
STUDIES
ACADEMIC
ADVANCED
HONORS
LEVEL DESCRIPTION
REQUIRED SKILLS
FOUND ON-LINE
STUDIES
ACADEMIC
ADVANCED
HONORS
READING EXPECTATIONS
Below grade level
At grade level
At/above grade level
Above grade level
WORK INDEPENDENTLY
Very Little
Little
Average
Extensive
DEPTH OF COVERAGE
Basic Info:
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Scientific Process
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Organization and
Development
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Matter and Energy
Transformation
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Inter Dependence
/ Ecology
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Heredity and
Reproduction
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Evolution and
Diversity
Overall view:
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Scientific Process
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Organization and
Development
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Matter and Energy
Transformation
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Inter Dependence
/ Ecology
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Heredity and
Reproduction
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Evolution and
Diversity
Overall view in moderate
depth:
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Scientific Process
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Organization and
Development

Matter and Energy
Transformation

Inter Dependence
/ Ecology
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Heredity and
Reproduction

Evolution and
Diversity
Specialized view in detail:

Scientific Process
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Organization and
Development

Matter and Energy
Transformation

Inter Dependence
/ Ecology
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Heredity and
Reproduction

Evolution and
Diversity
Algebra I Studies
Academic Algebra
*Metric system
*Basic math
*Basic statistics and
probability
Academic or Advanced
Algebra
*Metric system
*Basic Math
*Basic statistics and
probability
*Formula and algebraic
computations
Minimum level of Advanced
Algebra I
*Metric system
*Basic Math
*Basic statistics and
probability
*Formula and algebraic
computations
Approx. 1/4 -1/2 of class
time
Approx. 1/3-1/2 of class time
Approx. 1/2-3/4 of class time
Approx. 1/2-all of class time
*Daily
*Daily
*Daily
Varies (3-4/wk)
30 minutes/class
Varies (4-5/wk)
30-45 minutes/class
Varies (4-5/wk)
30-60 minutes/class
All levels will address the New Jersey Core
Content Standards (NJCCS)
CONCURRENT MATH COURSE
METHOD OF INSTRUCTION:
LECTURE AND INTERACTIVE
DISCUSSION
*GROUP WORK
*HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES
*LABORATORIES
*Daily
TYPICAL HOMEWORK LOAD:
Varies (1-2/wk)
Minimal
STUDIES
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EXPLORING LIFE SCIENCE
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Teaches the fundamental
concepts of biology
Based on constructivism
Inquiry Based Labs
Highly structured
Close monitoring of
student organization skills
Collaborative teacher
support
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ACADEMIC BIOLOGY
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MILLER & LEVINE
BIOLOGY:
FOUNDATIONS
EDITION
CELLULAR &
ORGANISM LEVEL
APPROACH
BASED ON
CONSTRUCTIVISM
INQUIRY BASED/ LABS
MODERATE DEPTH OF
CONTENT COVERAGE
SOME
COLLABORATIVE
SECTIONS
ADVANCED BIOLOGY
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MILLER AND LEVINE
BIOLOGY
MOLECULAR &
CELLULAR LEVEL
APPROACH
BASED ON
CONSTRUCTIVISM
INQUIRY BASED/
LABS
COLLABORATIVE
GROUP WORK
DETAILED DEPTH OF
CONTENT
HONORS BIOLOGY
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CAMPBELL BIOLOGY:
CONCEPTS AND
CONNECTIONS
INTENSIVE
MOLECULAR
APPROACH
INQUIRY BASED LABS
INDEPENDENT
PROJECTS/ WRITING
ASSESSMENTS REQUIRE
MOST APPLICATION
Approaches to
Learning
Focuses on:
Listening for Understanding & Note-taking
Organization Skills &Time Management
Meta-Cognition & Self-Efficacy
Assessment Preparation
Work
smarter
not
harder
Reflective on
Learning
West Morris Mendham HS
Technology
Digital Video***
Adv, Acad
Technology
Applications
Academic
Pre-Engineering
Advanced
Structural
Design***
Intro to
Robotics***
Adv., Acad.
Adv., Acad.
3-D Modeling***
Architecture***
Adv., Acad.
Adv., Acad.
Engineering
Robotics***
Computer
Aided Design
Academic
S
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m
e
s
t
e
r
Adv., Acad.
3-D Rendering
& Animation
Advanced
Architecture 2
Design Technology
Advanced
IB-SL
Y
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West Morris Mendham HS
IB Diploma Program
Group 1
First Language
Group 2
2nd Language
*Extended Essay
(4,000-word research
paper)
Group 3
Individuals &
Societies
*Theory of
Knowledge
(T.O.K.)
Group 4
Experimental
Sciences
*Creativity
Action
Service
(C.A.S.)
Group 6
The Arts &
Electives
Group 5
Mathematics
West Morris Mendham HS
Two Ways To Participate In The IB Program:
Option A: The Diploma Program
 Participate in and complete internal/external assessments for
six IB subjects:
 3 Higher Level subjects
 3 Standard Level subjects
 Complete Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
 Submit an original Extended Essay
 Complete a Creativity, Action, Service (CAS) Plan
West Morris Mendham HS
Two Ways To Participate In The IB Program:
Option B: Individual Subject Certificates
 All students are invited to participate in IB classes. A
non-diploma student participating in an IB course
completes all internal and external assessments for
that course. Therefore, it is strongly suggested that
student should sit for the IB exam in that subject.
West Morris Mendham HS
Reminders:
 Complete the scheduling form with your parents, based
on teacher recommendations, prior to your
appointment.
 Consult the Program of Studies (available on the high
school website: www.wmmhs.org) for course
descriptions.
 Be sure to include alternates for elective courses.
 Student and parent must sign the selection form.