EIGHTH GRADE ORIENTATION PROGRAM

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1 EIGHTH GRADE ORIENTATION PROGRAM Science Math English Social Studies World Languages Health & Physical Education Fine, Practical and Performing Arts Business Education

2 Science Curriculum Richard W. Shevalier III Science Supervisor

3 Graduation Requirements To graduate from our high school the students are required to pass 3 years (15 credits) of science. Successful completion some type of Science Examination(s) will be required of all N.J. high school graduates, eventually.

4 Recommended Sequence At Voorhees we recommend the 3 years of science be Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in that order.

5 Physics First Freshman Year

6 So what level Physics should my child take? The level of Physics that you sign up for is closely tied to the level of mathematics (specifically Algebra) in which your children are capable of being successful. Here is the pattern that the Guidance Counselors follow:

7 661 Physics (5 Credits) Minimum Math requirement: Concurrent Supplemental Algebra and Algebra I

8 662 Physics (CP) (5 credits) Recommend Math Level: Algebra 1Advanced Algebra 1 (CP) or Geometry (CP)

9 663 Physics (H/Wt) (7.5 Credits - Weighted) Recommended Math Level: Geometry (CP) or Geometry (Honors)

10 668 AP Physics 1-2 (10 Credits - Weighted) Recommended Math Level: Honors Geometry or Higher

11 Science in 10 th, 11 th, and 12 th Grade 10 th Grade will be Chemistry (General, CP, Honors or AP) 11 th Grade will be Biology (General, CP, Honors or AP) Over 90% of students take a 12 th grade Science elective or two, like: Human Anatomy and Physiology, Earth Science, Astronomy, Forensic Science, AP Environmental Science, Organic Chemistry, or Behavioral Ecology.

12 A word about the Future New Jersey has adopted the NextGen Science standards. They have an official start of September We will be phasing them in starting next year. Please know that we are actively articulating with the sending districts on this issue.

13 Math Curriculum Heather L. Hacker Math Supervisor

14 Graduation Requirements 15 credits of Mathematics These 15 credits include Algebra 1, Geometry, and a third year of math that builds on the concepts and skills of Algebra and Geometry.

15 Math Course Selections Supplemental A1 Lab Algebra 1 Advanced Algebra 1(CP) Geometry (CP) Geometry (H/wt.)

16 Supplemental Algebra 1 Lab Currently enrolled in pre-algebra, doing below average work. Is not confident in their basic skills and needs to master these skills in order to be successful in Algebra 1 This course is taken concurrently with the Algebra 1 (510) course. Learns better with a hands-on approach.

17 Algebra 1 Currently enrolled in pre-algebra, doing average work. Currently enrolled in an algebra class, having extreme difficulty. PARCC-tested course.

Currently enrolled in an algebra class, testing at a C not completely

18 Advanced Algebra 1 (CP) Currently enrolled in pre-algebra; Doing above average work. Currently enrolled in an algebra class, testing at a C not completely mastering the content. Currently enrolled in algebra, doing fine, but the class will not complete the entire algebra 1 curriculum. PARCC-tested course.

19 Warning!!! Move on to Geometry only when you are CERTAIN you have mastered Algebra! Algebra is

20 Geometry CP Currently enrolled in algebra course which will complete the required curriculum. Doing okay; Testing at the B level; Quizzing at the A or B level. Confident with their Algebra skills. PARCC-tested course.

21 Honors Geometry (Weighted) Doing excellent; Testing consistently at the A or B level. Enjoys the challenges of projects. Capable of doing independent work. Currently enrolled in an Algebra course which will complete the required curriculum. PARCC-tested course.

22 MATH ELECTIVES Introduction to Computer Programming Semester Course Receives Practical Arts Credit Computer Science Basics Through Gaming Semester Course Receives Practical Arts Credit

23 Remember With the incoming PARCC assessments, it is now more important than ever to be conservative in your math placement

24 English Curriculum Richard Broan English Supervisor

25 Graduation Requirements Students must pass a minimum of 20 credits in English 5 credits each school year in order to graduate high school. 2.5 credits in Communications and Digital Literacy is also a graduation requirement.

26 Graduation Requirements (continued) All New Jersey students are required to demonstrate proficiency in language arts in order to graduate high school. PARCC assessment

27 Freshman English options English I English I CP (College Prep) English I Honors

28 Freshman English All freshman English courses are full-year courses (5 credits) Core works for all levels include the following:

29 The Tempest or Julius Caesar (Shakespeare)

30 Great Expectations (Dickens)

31 King Arthur

32 and Homer s Odyssey

33 Freshman English Placement criteria: - marking period grades (1/3) - standardized test scores (1/3) - teacher recommendation (1/3)

34 Social Studies Curriculum

35 Overview of the Social Studies Requirements Three year requirement of Social Studies courses in order to meet graduation requirements... Two years of United States History One year of World History

36 Overview of the Social Studies Requirements Additionally all students must take Financial Literacy in order to graduate State mandated course Targeted student population is 9 th grade Half year course, worth 2.5 credits

37 Freshman Course Selections There are three levels of freshmen Social Studies courses to choose from. They are: Early American History Early American History College Prep Early American History Honors

38 Frequently Asked Questions How do I know which level to choose? What is the difference in the workload expected of students in the various levels? After my freshmen year, am I locked into a specific track for future History/Social Studies course selections?

39 A Last Word Schedule your child for the level where they will enjoy success! Considerations Motivation Is history a subject they enjoy Have they mastered the content American History from the colonial period to 1900 Testing Writing ability ability to read and decode text

40 Social Studies Electives Social Studies Electives Wide variety of electives Grades 10-12

41 Questions or Concerns.. Please feel free to contact me should you have any questions regarding the Social Studies program at Voorhees High School. Magaly Reluzco ,ext

42 World Language Curriculum Magaly Reluzco World Language Supervisor , ext

43 World Language Requirement To graduate a student must pass 5 credits of a language. Chinese French German Latin Spanish

44 Chinese Chinese 1 CP Chinese 2

45 French French Foundations French 1 Grade 9-12 French 2 Grade 9-12 French 3 Grade French 4 H Grade French 5 AP Grade 9-12 Honors - Weighted

German German 1 - Grades 9-12 German 2 Grades 10-12

46 German German 1 - Grades 9-12 German 2 Grades German 3 Grades German 4 H Grade AP German Language

Latin Latin 1 Grades 9-12 Latin II Grades 9-12 Latin III Grades 10-12

47 Latin Latin 1 Grades 9-12 Latin II Grades 9-12 Latin III Grades Honors - Weighted Latin IV Grades Advanced Latin/AP Honors - Weighted

48 Spanish Spanish Foundations Spanish 1 CP Grades 9-12 Spanish 2 CP Grade 9-12 Spanish 3 CP/3 Honors Grades Spanish 4 Honors Grades Spanish 5 Honors AP Spanish Language AP Spanish Literature

49 Options Think about how proficient you want to be in a language when you leave high school? Continue with Spanish Begin a new language (French, German or Latin) Be conservative and talk with your current teacher, they know what level will best match your child s skills LASTLY-THINK GLOBALLY- Knowing a second or a third language opens doors and prepares young people to succeed in an increasingly complex global community!!! Thank you!

50 Health & Physical Education Curriculum Anthony Nanni Physical Education Supervisor (908)

51 4 Year Graduation Requirement All students must pass 4 years of Health and Physical Education in order to Graduate.

52 Health 9 18 week course 2.5 credits Freshman health is designed to help the student deal with the emotional and physical changes that take place during adolescence.

53 Physical Education 9 18 week course 2.5 credits Physical Education 9 is an introductory program designed to develop students physical abilities through a wide variety of team activities, including Introduction to Project Adventure.

54 Physical Education 10 Physical Education Focus on tumbling, fitness & team sports Driver Education How to operate an automobile and prep for NJ State DMV test.

55 Physical Education Physical Education Grades 11 and 12 are combined with a focus on both team and individual lifetime sports. Health 11 Body systems, disease prevention, CPR certification, fitness.

56 Physical Education Health 12 Careers, relationships, childbirth, parenting and living well and living long.

57 Physical Education - Grades High Performance PE - open to 11th and 12 grades. Must be recommended by previous teacher. Fitness and Wellness - Grades Focus is on personal fitness and wellness throughout the course.

58 Adaptive Physical Education (V) 18 week course 2.5 credits

59 Visual, Performing & Practical Arts Departments MaryJo Rosania-Harvie Supervisor ext Graduation Requirements: 5 credits in Fine and/or Performing Arts 5 credits in Practical Arts

60 Choosing Electives from Big Future by the College Board Taking elective classes can give you a chance to: Explore your interests. Lighten a demanding class schedule. Have fun studying something you love. Show colleges your interests and skills. Tips for Choosing Electives Pursue Your Passions Maintain Balance Try Something New College-Application Benefits Choosing your electives well can also help you when you apply to college. Show Colleges Who You Are The electives you choose tell colleges something about you. If you take several electives in a certain area, for example, you can show your interest and skills in that subject. Or your electives can show that you have wide-ranging interests or that you like to tackle challenging work. Strengthen Your Transcript One of the most important pieces of your college application is your high school transcript. Admission officers want to see that you ve earned strong grades in challenging classes. If you choose electives in areas you re excited about and will work hard in, that interest and effort will show in your grades.

61 Fine & Performing Arts Music Visual Arts

62 Music Courses for Incoming 9 th Grade Students Performance program Instrumental Music Vocal Music Non-Performance program

63 Music Department INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC Freshman Band - 5 credits For all students who play a band instrument String Ensemble - 5 credits For all students who play a string instrument The following supplemental courses can be added above 40 max: Jazz Ensemble credits (by audition) Instrumental Lessons - 1 credits - student must be enrolled in freshman band or jazz ensemble to sign up for a lesson

64 Music Department MARCHING BAND The award winning Voorhees Viking Marching Band and Band Front are Extracurricular Activities. Students enrolled in Freshman Band or Jazz Band will be contacted in the Spring to learn about this opportunity. Band Director: Aidan Giannelli

65 Music Department VOCAL MUSIC Freshman Choir - 5 credits For all students who want to sing and/or develop skills for the theater program. All males interested in participating in a choir should sign up for Concert Choir - #610 Voice Lessons (with teacher approval) - 1 credit

66 Music Department NON-PERFORMANCE PROGRAM Electronic Music I cr Electronic Music cr (with Electronic Music 1 pre-requisite) Beginning Guitar cr Guitar II 2.5 cr (with Guitar 1 pre-requisite) The History of Rock and Roll cr Music Theory 2.5 cr Piano Lessons (with teacher approval) 1 cr

67 Summer Arts Camp Two weeks in July 8AM-3PM Courses Performing Arts Visual Arts (drawing, painting and ceramics) Camera Arts (video and photo) Grades Current 6 th, 7 th and 8 th grade students Registration Will Begin in February

68 Fine/Visual Art Department Drawing Painting Video Ceramics Photography AP courses (Drawing, Design and Art History)

70 Art Courses for Incoming 9 th grade students All courses are 2.5 credits Color and Design 1 & 2 (new course, 2015) Drawing 1 & 2 Painting 1 & 2 Ceramics 1 & 2 Photography 1 & 2 Video 1 & 2

71 Practical Arts Department Family and Consumer Sciences Technology Education Business Education

72 Family & Consumer Sciences Classes for incoming 9 th grade students All courses are 2.5 credits: Food Survey Food and Fitness Cooking for Singles International Foods* Gourmet Cuisine* Sewing for Fashion 1 & 2* Fashion Design & Merchandising Interior Design Child Care Child Development (* these courses require a pre-requisite) Courses in Black are pre-reqs

73 Technology Education Classes for incoming 9 th grade students All courses are 2.5 credits: Drafting & Design Graphic Communication Technology 1 Webpage Design/Animation Engineering/CAD 1* Architectural Drafting & Design 1* *these courses have Drafting & Design as a pre requisite.

74 Business Education Classes for incoming 9 th grade students All courses are 2.5 credits: Introduction to Business Business & Sports Management Computer Applications

Junior Scheduling Assembly. February 22, 2017

Junior Scheduling Assembly. February 22, 2017 Junior Scheduling Assembly February 22, 2017 Graduation Requirements State Assessments Assessment Requirements New Jersey Biology Competency Test Taken when enrolled in Biology course PARCC English Language