WINSTON CHURCHILL HIGH SCHOOL

WINSTON CHURCHILL HIGH SCHOOL This is a supplement to the Montgomery County Public Schools High School Course Bulletin. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Dr. Joan C. Benz, Principal (30) 469 00 Ms. Doreen Brandes, Assistant Principal (30) 469 00 Ms. Jan Fisher, Assistant Principal (30) 469 00 Mr. John Taylor, Assistant Principal (30) 469 00 Ms. Brandi Richardson, (30) 469 00 Assistant School Administrator COUNSELING STAFF Mrs. Beverly Lubenetski, Resource Counselor (30) 469 Mr. Robert Bean (30) 469 Mr. Gary Carter (30) 469 Ms. Debra Josefchak (30) 469 Ms. Angela Mastromatteo (30) 469 Ms. Robin Moore (30) 469 Mrs. Jennifer Oristian (30) 469 Mrs. Christine Pellicoro (30) 469 Ms. Susan Parket, Counseling Office Secretary (30) 469 Mrs. Wendy Tilles, Scheduling Secretary (30) 469- Mrs. Denise Fabrizio, Registrar (30) 469 0 Mrs. Luana Zimmerman, (30) 469 4 Career/College Information Coordinator RESOURCE TEACHERS AND DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSONS Bridge Ms. Jan Shapiro (30) 469 3 English Ms. Emily Goldberg (30) 469 7 Fine Arts Mr. Paul Dermont (30) 469 7 World Languages Ms. Stacye Steele Yue (30) 469 4 Computer Science/Technology Mr. Paul Dermont (30) 469 7 Mathematics Mr. Curtis Southworth (30) 469 4 Physical Education Mr. Don Higgins (30) 469 36 Resource Ms. Tishya Soni (30) 469 35 Science Mr. Clint Brown (30) 469 64 Signature Programs Ms. Barbara Blazer (30) 469 054 Social Studies Mr. Rodney Van Tassell (30) 469 66

REGISTRATION INFORMATION AND GUIDELINES. REGISTRATION CONTINGENCY: Courses listed in this Churchill bulletin will be included in the curricula for 03-04 dependent upon sufficient student enrollment and availability of staffing.. COURSE LOAD: A full and regular schedule consists of seven (7) program selections, five (5) of which should be chosen from courses in English, social studies, mathematics, science, and world languages. Students are encouraged to select a program of studies that will not only satisfy diploma requirements but also further college admission and/or career objectives. Students and parents are requested to carefully consider a student s overall workload and extracurricular commitments when choosing AP and honors courses that require more homework. Courses may not be available to change a schedule and move to another level once the master schedule is finalized. Carefully consider the HW hours indicated for each course and complete a time management sheet along with the registration sheet. 3. FULL-DAY ATTENDANCE: Students should be enrolled in a full-day program composed of seven periods or a comparable period of time in an alternative program or activity approved by the student's parent or guardian, and principal. Exceptions to a full-day program may be granted for the following: Educationally related programs outside the school. Example: concurrent registration at a college/university, volunteer work or community service. Medical exceptions. EMT recommended exceptions. Financial need exceptions to be employed. All applications for an exception to full-day attendance must be made using MCPS Form 80-98 ("Request for Approval of Part-time Daily Attendance") and be approved by the principal. 4. SCHEDULE CHANGE POLICY: Students may make sound educational schedule changes for semesters and from the time of registration during February until Friday, March 9. After March 9, due to staffing constraints, schedule changes will be permitted for the following reasons only:. Master schedule conflicts. Incorrect level placement 3. Completion of summer school course 4. Failure to complete a prerequisite course REQUESTS TO CHANGE TEACHERS OR TO KEEP A FIRST SEMESTER TEACHER WILL NOT BE HONORED. NOTE: The schedule change policy will be strictly enforced. Consequently, students are cautioned to give consideration to choosing courses and alternates for both semesters. A schedule change request that is not based on sound educational reasons will not be honored. 5. AIDES: Any student who wishes to serve as an aide for a teacher, department or office should see his/her counselor. These positions do not provide units of credit. 6. AP COURSES A student who registers for an AP course is expected to take the AP exam. Students need to carefully consider the amount of homework hours that accompany each course. If a student wants to change his/her course selections after Friday, March 9, space may not be available in the new course, and the student must remain in the original course.

INTRODUCTION (03 04 MCPS High School Course Bulletin) MARYLAND DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS The state of Maryland authorizes one diploma for all high school graduates, based upon successful fulfillment of four categories of requirements: enrollment, course credit, student service learning (SSL), and Maryland assessments. All requirements are summarized in the table below. MCPS requirements that extend state requirements are designated with a double asterisk (**). Enrollment Students must satisfactorily complete four years beyond Grade 8, unless the principal approves a waiver of the fourth year. (See the school counselor first.) Course Credits Students shall be enrolled in a Montgomery County Public School and have earned a minimum of credits that include the following: English Fine Arts Health Education Mathematics Physical Education Science Social Studies Technology Education MCPS GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS AT A GLANCE 4 credits credit (Selected courses in art, dance, drama/theater, and music that satisfy the fine arts requirement are designated FA) 0.5 credit 4 credits** ( full-year algebra credit, geometry credit) Students who successfully complete a calculus course may be exempted from this 4-credit requirement. credit** 3 credits ( biology credit, physical science credit, and other) 3 credits ( U.S. History credit; World History credit; and National, State, and Local Government credit) credit (Specific courses are approved by the state for this credit. See the MCPS course bulletin or your school counselor.) OPTION OPTION OPTION 3 Electives: The additional credits required for graduation may be fulfilled by one of the following three options. credits in a world language OR credits in American Sign Language AND.5 credits in elective courses credits in advanced technology education AND.5 credits in elective courses 4 credits in a stateapproved Program of Study AND 0.5 credit in electives courses Student Service Learning (SSL) High School Assessments 75 service-learning hours Assessment Requirements Students must meet the Maryland High School Assessments requirements for English, algebra/data analysis, biology, and government (entered 9 th grade in the fall of 0). 3

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. Total Credits in Required Courses End of Total Credits Needed for Promotion to Next Grade Math English Science Social Studies Other Courses See Options Required for Graduation Grade 9 5 0 0 3 Grade 0 0 4 Grade 5 3 3 5 Maryland High School Assessments (HSA) Maryland High School Assessments are end-of-course tests related to the MCPS courses Algebra, Biology, English 0 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. The Maryland High School Assessments for Algebra/Data Analysis and English also serve to meet the Maryland School Assessment (MSA) math and reading requirements of the federal No Child Left Behind Act (ESEA). For details visit the MSDE website www.marylandpublicschools.org/. For more information about the HSA or MSA, visit http://hsaexam.org/about.html, contact your local high school or contact the MCPS Office of High School Instruction and Achievement, 30-57-5007. Maryland High School Certificate This certificate is awarded to students with disabilities who do not meet the requirements for a diploma but who meet one of the following criteria:. The student is enrolled in a special education program for at least four years beyond Grade 8, or its age equivalent. The student is determined to have developed appropriate skills for the individual to enter the world of work, act responsibly as a citizen, and enjoy a fulfilling life by an Individualized Educational Program (IEP) Team with agreement of the student s parents/guardians. The world of work includes, but is not limited to, gainful employment, work-activity centers, supported employment, or sheltered workshops.. After being enrolled in a special education program for four years beyond Grade 8, or its age equivalent, the student reaches age. Montgomery County Public Schools Certificate of Merit (CM) In addition to the Maryland high school diploma, students who meet the following requirements may be awarded the Montgomery County Public Schools Certificate of Merit, a diploma endorsement: Advanced Courses At least credits must be earned in advanced courses identified by MCPS as applicable to the Certificate of Merit. A CM appears in the course listings in this bulletin to designate courses that satisfy this requirement. All courses to be counted toward the Certificate of Merit must be taken for a letter grade. Mathematics Requirement Students must successfully complete and receive credit for the MCPS Algebra course. Cumulative Grade Point Average Students must obtain at least a 3.0 unweighted cumulative grade point average. 4

Courses and Credits Each MCPS high school provides a comprehensive program of studies that enables all students to earn required graduation credits. All high school courses are one semester in length. All courses satisfying graduation requirements must be taken for a letter grade. Upon completion of each semester s work, students earn credit in each course taken 0.5 credit for successful completion of a single-period course, credit for a double-period course, and so on. Yearlong courses usually have the same name for the two semesters with the title of the first semester followed by A or and the second by B or. In general the first semester of a course is a prerequisite for the second semester. Technology Education Requirement for Graduation To satisfy MSDE high school graduation requirements, students are required to take a state-approved technology education course. MCPS technology education courses that meet this requirement are designated TE in the MCPS course bulletin. Note that MCPS elearning offers Foundations of Technology A/B in an online format during the summer. Advanced Technology courses satisfying graduation requirements for electives, Option, must also meet state approval. Courses meeting these requirements are designated AT in the MCPS course bulletin. 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 60 or more SSL hours receive a Certificate of Meritorious Service at the time of graduation. Preparation, action, and reflection are the three phases of service learning that distinguish SSL from traditional volunteering and community service efforts. Service learning hours are earned through the following: School Courses Successful completion of specific courses identified in this course bulletin where the three phases of SSL achieve curricular objectives School Clubs Fully participating and completing the three phases of service learning in activities promoted by schoolsponsored clubs and organizations Community Organizations and Opportunities must be preapproved for SSL Fully participating with community organizations tagged as Approved SSL MCPS and opportunities tagged MCPS SSL Approved at the website http://mcpsssl.org or by having MCPS Form 560-50, Request for Student Service Learning Preapproval granted prior to earning hours with organizations and opportunities that are not tagged as MCPS SSL approved at the website All activities for which SSL hours are desired must occur in a public place, be secular in nature, and be supervised by an adult representative from a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization. Parents and relatives may not directly supervise a student. One SSL hour is awarded for every one hour of service outside of the instructional day with a maximum of 8 hours in a 4-hour period. MCPS Form 560-5, Student Service Learning Activity Verification, is required to document all activities for which SSL hours are desired. More information is available at the MCPS SSL site, http://mcpsssl.org, or the SSL FAQ pages at www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/ssl/faqs/faq.shtm. For individual SSL questions, contact the SSL coordinator in any middle or high school. High School Credit for Middle School Students High school credit is awarded to students who complete yearlong high school courses while in middle school after the student has passed both semesters of the course and passed the semester B high school final examination. The credit and grade are recorded on a student s transcript during the first year of high school. Grades 6 8 students may retake a high school course taken in middle school and receive the higher grade earned. Honors, Advanced-Level, Advanced Placement, and International Baccalaureate Courses Honors, advanced-level, Advanced Placement (AP), and International Baccalaureate (IB) courses provide opportunities for students to pursue rigorous and challenging studies. Students enroll in individual honors, advanced-level, and AP courses. Those students seeking an IB diploma or participating in local school certificate programs must meet the requirements of the program in addition to the requirements for graduation in MCPS. The table on pages 3 through 5 list all MCPS Advanced Placement, advanced-level, and IB courses. Students in honors, AP, and advanced-level courses are expected to maintain at least a C average. Students who receive a grade of D or E over two consecutive marking periods should be counseled and supported. 5

Students should consult school counselors for the courses offered at individual high schools. Honors Courses Honors courses provide expectations and opportunities for students to work at an accelerated pace, to engage in more rigorous and complex content and processes, and to develop authentic products that reflect the student s understanding of key concepts. The curriculum in each honors course includes appropriate adaptations for accelerated and enriched learning for pursuing in-depth studies that require abstract and higher-order thinking skills. Advanced-Level Courses Advanced-level courses are based upon previous achievement in a sequence of study. Advanced-level courses include appropriate adaptations for accelerated and enriched learning for pursuing in-depth studies that require abstract and higher-order thinking skills. Advanced Placement Courses MCPS has developed courses that meet College Board guidelines to accompany the Advanced Placement examinations. A qualifying score on an AP exam may earn the student college credit or advanced standing in the subject in college. All MCPS Advanced Placement courses have met the requirements of and been approved by the College Board Audit Committee and include concepts and skills that help students prepare for the AP exams. Criteria for Enrollment in Honors, Advanced Placement, and Advanced-level Courses Principals ensure that all students who have the capability, motivation, or potential to accept the challenge of honors, advanced-level and/or AP courses will be accorded an opportunity to do so. Each semester the principal will convene his or her school s Honors/AP Review Committee to review the participation of students in honors, advanced-level, and AP courses to ensure consistent implementation of the MCPS Gifted and Talented Education Policy (IOA), www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/policy/pdf/ioa.pdf, and the accompanying regulation (IOA-RA), www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/policy/pdf/ioara.pdf. The Honors/AP Review Committee ensures that each school provides responsible open enrollment in honors, advancedlevel, and AP courses for every student who is capable of or motivated to pursue a rigorous program and higher-level course work. The committee documents the strengths that each student brings to honors, advanced-level, and AP work and recommends a plan for outreach, nurturing, and support of potential candidates. A profile of student strengths can be determined by conducting a thorough review of the following multiple criteria: Mastery of course prerequisites (grades of A, B, or C) Parent/guardian recommendations Standardized test scores, as appropriate Willingness to complete challenging assignments Student interest or motivation Work samples and portfolios Teacher/counselor recommendations Schools will evaluate multiple criteria for each student as no single criterion is to be used to exclude a student from pursuing honors, advanced-level, and AP course work. Prior to the start of each semester, school counselors notify all candidates for honors, advanced-level, and AP courses regarding their enrollment. Review Process for Enrollment in Honors, Advanced Placement, and Advanced-Level Courses Students who are not recommended for enrollment, but who still wish to be considered for honors, advancedlevel, or AP course placement should appeal in writing to the principal for a special review within 0 school days of notification. COURSE-RELATED INFORMATION Student Withdrawal from a Course A student-initiated withdrawal may occur when the student and parents/guardians determine that withdrawal will be beneficial to the student. The student s withdrawal request must be approved by parents/guardians in writing, reviewed by the counselor, and discussed with the student to ensure that there is understanding that withdrawing from the course may result in a possible delay in meeting graduation requirements. The counselor s recommendation is forwarded to the principal for approval. If a student withdraws from a course before the end of the 5 th permanent record card or report card. school day, no notation is made on the student s 6

If the student withdraws after 5 school days of the course, the date of the withdrawal and the achievement attained at the time of withdrawal will be entered on the report card and permanent record. Withdrawal grades are not used in computing GPA or WGPA. Withdrawal grades are included when determining student academic eligibility for participation in extracurricular activities. Alternative Provisions for Earning Credit In addition to earning credits during the regular school day and year, credits may be earned through summer school, extended-day learning opportunities, work experience programs, online courses, and college courses. Permission from the principal or designee is required in advance in all cases involving alternative provisions for earning credit. Specific provisions govern the use of each of these programs. It is critical that students and parents consider these programs carefully and consult school counselors in advance to obtain full information about any alternative means of earning credit and its advisability. Online courses must be approved by MSDE and MCPS. The content of an online course must meet MCPS content standards to be considered for credit. The list of online courses approved by MCPS for credit towards graduation is at www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/onlinelearning. Alternative provisions for earning credit are discussed in MCPS regulation High School Graduation Requirements, ISB- RA, found at www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/policy/pdf/isbra.pdf. Alternatives to Four-Year Enrollment Specific provisions governing the use of alternatives to four-year enrollment are delineated in the MCPS regulation High School Graduation Requirements, ISB-RA, found at www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/policy/pdf/isbra.pdf. Advice from counselors is critical and should begin far in advance. The principal s permission is required and must be obtained in advance. The alternatives include early college admission programs, early admission to an approved vocational, technical, or other postsecondary school, or the General Educational Development (GED) testing program. Attendance A commitment to school attendance on the part of both students and parents/guardians is an essential component of a high-quality learning experience. Parents and school personnel are expected to do everything possible to ensure each student s regular attendance. Students should attend all scheduled classes and approved educational activities and are responsible for completing all assigned work on time. Students should be enrolled in a full-day program or spend a comparable period of time in an alternative program or activity approved by the student s parent/guardian and principal. Grading and Reporting Basis for Grading Grades reflect student achievement based on what the student knows and is able to do, as defined by the MCPS curriculum. Students receiving services for limited English proficiency, special education, or 504 disabilities will be afforded all accommodations and modifications as documented by English Language Learner (ELL) plans, individualized education programs (IEPs), or Section 504 plans. Procedures for Grading Grading procedures will be applied consistently within and among schools. Grading practices must include clear and timely communication, alignment with curriculum, accurate reflection of student achievement, and fair representation of student performance. Grading practices must be fair and manageable, and support effective teaching and learning. Grades on report cards reflect academic achievement in relation to course expectations as outlined in the Montgomery County Public Schools curriculum. Extra credit may not be used. Course-specific procedures for grading are defined, used consistently, and explained clearly to students and parents in writing at the beginning of a semester or school year. A final evaluation activity is required at the conclusion of all courses. Semester examinations in specified courses are computed as 5% of the final grade for the semester and reported separately on the report card. Reporting Student Progress Teachers will provide students and parents with information about achievement throughout the marking period. This feedback may take several forms, including the following: Report cards Interims/progress reports Online grade reports (Edline) Parent conferences Informal methods of communication Teacher feedback Credit/No Credit Grading Option The Credit/No Credit grading option may be used only in courses not specifically required for graduation by MSDE or MCPS. Credit/No Credit cannot be applied to a Certificate of Merit course. 7

Grade Point Average (GPA) and Weighted Grade Point Average (WGPA) Only final course grades and credit reported on high school transcripts are used in determining GPA and WGPA in accordance with the procedures set forth in MCPS Regulation IKC-RA: Grade Point Averages and Weighted Grade Point Averages, www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/policy/pdf/ikcra.pdf. To determine WGPA, an additional quality point is added to grades of A, B, and C in all honors, advanced-level, and Advanced Placement courses only. A Marking Period Average (MPA), used in determining academic eligibility, is shown on student report cards. The MPA is not cumulative and is not used to establish the GPA or WGPA. (The GPA and WGPA are on the student s transcript, not his/her report card.) MCPS does not rank students. Additional information about grading and reporting is available on the MCPS website at www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/info/grading/. Academic Eligibility for Participation in Extracurricular Activities Students must maintain a.0 marking period average (MPA), with not more than one failing grade in the previous marking period in order to participate in extracurricular activities during the next marking period. The MPA is not the same as the GPA. Further information can be found in MCPS Regulation IQD-RA: Academic Eligibility for High School Students Who Participate in Extracurricular Activities, www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/policy/pdf/iqdra.pdf. National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Eligibility Center The National Collegiate Athletic Association established the NCAA Eligibility Center to serve as the authorizing group for the final review and approval of core courses for freshmen college students who want to participate in intercollegiate athletics in NCAA Division I-A, I-AA, and II colleges and universities. In the course bulletin, NCAA Center Approved Core Courses are designated NCAA. In all cases, the list of eligible courses available at the NCAA Eligibility Center website represents the final determination of acceptable core courses. To learn more about NCAA Approved Core Courses or about NCAA Freshmen Eligibility Standards, contact the local school resource counselor and visit the NCAA- IEC website at https://web.ncaa.org/eligibilitycenter/common/. Taking Courses Not Available at the Home School Students wishing to attend a neighboring school for a course not available at the home school must apply through the home school counseling office. Courses are open to students on a space-available basis. Students/parents must provide transportation. MCPS COUNTY-WIDE PROGRAMS The 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. The program is designed to encourage lifelong learning, provide practical experience, and develop global citizenship. Up to fifteen students are selected and will earn two honors credit hours per semester in the senior year by devoting fifteen hours per week to a professional internship and participating in class projects. Students benefit by learning how to manage projects, overcome challenges, make decisions, and operate as independent leaders and members of teams. The interactive online application is available through the MCPS website www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/superintendent/leadership. Applicants must have a 3. 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. The deadline for completed applications and supporting materials is March 5. Significant program components include the following: Internships with top-level industry partners Field trips to meet with industry executives and community leaders Didactic seminars facilitated by executives, officials, and community leaders Research and writing assignments Class projects and team activities Examination of global leadership issues 8

For more information or an application, please contact: Superintendent s Leadership Program Montgomery County Public Schools 850 Hungerford Drive, Room 5 Rockville, MD 0850 (30) 79-3546 kim_d_jones@mcpsmd.org www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/superintendent/leadership Programs of Study (POS) Programs of Study (POS) are state-approved programs that satisfy the career-development graduation requirement and are designated as POS in this bulletin. Each of these programs is designed to help students acquire the specialized knowledge, skills, attitudes, and work habits required for employment and postsecondary education. Each MCPS high school offers career development programs. Students seeking to enroll in a POS that includes a work-based learning component may be required by the employer or sponsoring organization to provide appropriate documentation that may include a social security number and/or proof of citizenship/green card. Please review program applications and POS requirements carefully for specific work-based learning component guidelines. Extensive information about MCPS Programs of Study is available at the website www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/curriculum/careerprograms/. Program Options Schools not offering a particular POS may request placement of a student in that program at another school. Efforts will be made to fulfill reasonable student requests for transportation. Students and counselors must ensure that the proper amount of transportation time is allocated in the student schedule. Form 565-6: Student Application for Career Development Programs is available through the MCPS website www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/materials/books/form_ordering_page.shtm. Thomas Edison High School of Technology Thomas Edison High School of Technology (TEHST) provides all MCPS students the opportunity to co-enroll in advanced academic, technical, and career programs. The mission of TEHST is to provide students with state-of-the-art technological, academic, and interpersonal skills needed to achieve excellence in their chosen fields of study. The variety of career-development programs offered at TEHST allows students to explore and experience traditional and nontraditional career options and to prepare for a wide range of expanding and challenging postsecondary options. Students enroll in Thomas Edison programs through their home school and take courses at both the home school and at Thomas Edison. Bus transportation is provided. All programs offered at TEHST are state-approved and most meet the career-development graduation requirement for students. Registration packets are available from Thomas Edison, from local school counselors, and at www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/edison/. College Credit Available at Montgomery College for MCPS Students Who Complete Programs of Study MCPS graduates who successfully complete one of 38 programs of study may earn free college credit when receiving grades of A or B in courses articulated with Montgomery College (MC). Earned credits may be used toward an associate s degree at MC. For more information regarding the MC-articulated credit for programs of study, contact your school counselor. MC offers financial aid to help pay tuition and fees for qualifying students. If you have questions about the 38 MCPS career pathway programs, visit the website at www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/curriculum/careerprograms/. Call 30-79-5000 at MC for college-related information, including information from the financial aid office, and an application packet. Foundations Office Programs The Foundations Office provides programs in partnership with three separate non-profit educational foundations: automotive, construction, and information technology. Each provides a liaison between the business/professional community and MCPS to promote and advance student education, training, and preparation for college and a full range of careers within the automotive, construction, and information technology industries. Additional information may be found at www.foundationsoffice.org. All Foundation student programs provide opportunities to earn industry-recognized credentials and also provide entrepreneurial experiences. 9

Automotive Trades Foundations Programs Automotive Trades Foundation Programs are located at Damascus, Edison, Gaithersburg, and Seneca Valley high schools. Three student-run car sales per school year are held, selling over 000 renovated vehicles to date. Students donate one renovated vehicle yearly to a deserving Montgomery County organization. Construction Trades Foundations Program Construction Trades Foundation Programs are located at Edison high school. Students design, construct, and market student-built houses; 38 houses have been built and sold thus far in Montgomery County. Information Technology Programs Information Technology Programs in computer repair and networking are located at Clarksburg and Thomas Edison high schools. Valuable industry-standard CompTIA certifications and college credits may be earned. Students renovate, market, and sell donated computers to the community during three yearly sales. Students also donate a refurbished computer lab yearly to a deserving Montgomery County non-profit organization. The Visual Art Center (VAC) at Albert Einstein High School The Visual Art Center (VAC) is a challenging and rigorous portfolio development program with a competitive application process consisting of an interview, portfolio assessment, scholastic achievement record, review, and teacher recommendations. Through studio activities, group critiques, assigned research, lectures, demonstrations, slide presentations, and gallery visits, students develop a broader perspective of the fine arts and a greater awareness of opportunities in art careers. An important outcome of the program is the assembly of a strong portfolio for Advanced Placement (AP) studio exams, college admissions, and scholarship applications. Grades 9 and 0 students attend the VAC for a double-period morning session 90 minutes each day. Grades and students may choose to attend the morning or afternoon session for a triple period, 35 minutes each day, to pursue the AP studio art curriculum. Students may choose to transfer to Einstein High School full-time once they have been accepted into the program. Students/parents must provide transportation. For more information contact go to www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/vac/index.htm. High School Science/Mathematics/Computer Science Magnet Program at Montgomery Blair HS and Poolesville HS Recognizing that education is an individual experience that depends on the unique talents and interests of each person, the mission of the MCPS High School Science/Mathematics/Computer Science Magnet Program is to provide an environment in which each student s education is maximized by emphasizing the interrelationships among the disciplines, developing a repertoire of problem-solving techniques, and pursuing both independent and collaborative research projects. To realize this mission, the staff nurtures the special talents of its academically able students challenging those students through a unique, diversified curriculum fostering individualism, independent thinking, and self-confidence. Students participate in constructing their own knowledge base, learn problem-solving strategies that foster a multidisciplinary approach, and develop the ability to think precisely and creatively. The curriculum is designed to enable each student to build a solid foundation in Grades 9 and 0. Core courses in these first two years include physics, chemistry, earth science, biology, two years of computer science, two years of mathematics, and an interdisciplinary course entitled Research and Experimentation for Problem Solving. During their junior and senior years, students may pursue more than 5 special courses and independent research projects. Program descriptions, brochures, and applications can be found at the MCPS website www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/curriculum/specialprograms/high/magnets/science_math_compsci.shtm. Blair/Poolesville Magnet Courses Blair/Poolesville magnet courses are listed at the end of each departmental listing in the county bulletin. Courses unique to the IB and Blair/Poolesville magnet programs are included in the Interdisciplinary and Research Courses section within the departmental listings. The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programs in MCPS The IB Diploma program is offered at the following schools: Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School (for students in the B-CC HS area) Einstein High School (for students in the Downcounty Consortium) Richard Montgomery High School (for students who are selected through a competitive county-wide application and selection process during their eighth-grade year) Rockville High School (for students in the Rockville HS area) Seneca Valley High School (for students in the Seneca Valley area) Springbrook High School (for students in the Northeast Consortium) Watkins Mill High School (for students in the Watkins Mill HS area) 0

The IB county-wide program at Richard Montgomery High School (RMHS) is designed for highly gifted students in Montgomery County and has an application process that occurs in Grade 8. The MCPS International Baccalaureate Program website, www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/curriculum/specialprograms/high/ib.shtm, contains links to each school s program and admission process. Each MCPS high school offering the IB has individualized its program by providing unique selections in the IB electives and languages. Local school course listings will indicate those courses available at a given school. International Baccalaureate Courses IB courses are listed at the end of each departmental listing in the county bulletin. Courses unique to the IB and Blair/Poolesville magnet programs are included in the Interdisciplinary and Research Courses section within the departmental listings. Montgomery County Public Schools, Montgomery College and The University System of Maryland Partnership Programs Programs for College-Ready MCPS High School Students Several MCPS high schools offer early college access programs in which college-ready high school juniors or seniors may take college courses while in high school. Students may enroll in college courses offered at the home high school or on a college campus. Credits for these courses are fully transferable to the providing institution. Students must check with the college of their choice to ensure transferability at other institutions of higher education. Limited financial aid is available through the institutions financial aid offices to help pay tuition and fees. For information about early collegeaccess programs, contact your school counselor. MC Ensembles Partnership Program The MC Ensembles Partnership gives talented MCPS high school instrumental music students the opportunity to participate in the MC Symphony Orchestra or MC Wind Ensemble. For additional information, speak with your school s instrumental music teacher. ADDITIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES George B. Thomas, Sr. Learning Academies Twelve Montgomery County Public Schools host free Saturday morning programs providing enrichment, tutoring, and mentoring for students in Grades. The George B. Thomas, Sr. Learning Academies programs are also known as Saturday Schools. The George B. Thomas, Sr. Learning Academy, Inc. was established in 986 by the Mu Nu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity as an outgrowth of the Saturday School Initiative of Blacks United for Excellence in Education. Saturday Schools are open to all students regardless of their home schools. High school sites include Montgomery Blair, Albert Einstein, Gaithersburg, John F. Kennedy, Magruder, Northwest, Paint Branch, Rockville, Sherwood, Springbrook, Watkins Mill, and Wheaton. For more information about Saturday Schools tutoring and the George B. Thomas, Sr. Learning Academies, contact your local school or check the MCPS website, www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/gbtla/. Student Online Learning/eLearning MCPS elearning provides an opportunity for students to take selected high school courses outside of the traditional classroom setting. At the elearning website, students can learn more about elearning, review the titles of all courses approved by MCPS and MSDE for credit towards graduation, read the Frequently Asked Questions, and take a tour of an online course. For more information or to enroll in an online class, see your counselor or visit the elearning website, www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/ departments/onlinelearning/. SUMMER SCHOOL 03 The Regional Summer School Program provides an alternative for students to receive credit for select courses during the summer. The courses taught follow the same curriculum guidelines as those during the regular school year. Brochures for the 03 Regional Summer School Program will be available in all schools by the last week of April 03. Registration forms, tuition-reduction waiver vouchers, and a copy of the summer school brochure will also be available on the MCPS website. Summer School Sites and Schedules Summer School site locations and schedules will be advertised as soon as they are available. The sites for the Regional Summer School Program are selected based upon serving the needs of all students. All high schools can also develop their

own Local School Program (LSP) to serve the needs of their specific population. The LSP operates independently of the Regional Summer School Program. Contact Information Questions regarding Local School Programs should be directed to individual schools. Questions regarding the Regional Summer School Program should be directed to 30-79-30. Regional Summer School Program Carver Educational Services Center Rockville, MD 0850 Fax: 30-57-5957

MCPS ADVANCED PLACEMENT AND ADVANCED-LEVEL COURSES 633/634 Advanced Studio A/B 66/66 French 6 A/B 376/376 Anatomy and Physiology A/B (BC) 635/636 French Language, Advanced Placement A/B 36/36 Applied Science A/B (SC) 965/975 German 5 A/B 899/900 Arabic 3 A/B 966/976 German 6 A/B 6456/6457 Art History, Advanced Placement A/B 3/45 Government, Comparative Government and Politics A/B, Advanced Placement 364/364 Biology, Advanced Placement A/B (BC) 365/365 Biology, Advanced Placement A/B (DP) (BC) 345/3453 Calculus AB, Advanced Placement, A/B 349/349 Calculus BC, Advanced Placement, A/B 04/05 Government, United States and Politics with NSL, Advanced Placement A/B 3 Government, United States Government and Politics, Advanced Placement 6/7 History, European, Advanced Placement A/B 4/4 History, United States, Advanced Placement A/B 3356/3357 Calculus with Applications A/B 40/4 History, World, Advanced Placement A/B 6385/6386 Ceramics/Sculpture 3 A/B 33/333 Human Geography, Advanced Placement A/B 375/375 Chemistry, Advanced Placement A/B (DP) (PC) 374/374 Chemistry, Advanced Placement A/B (PC) 794/795 Italian 5 A/B 843/844 Japanese 5 A/B 879/880 Chinese 5 A/B 89/830 Japanese 6 A/B 88/88 Chinese 6 A/B 539/540 Japanese Language and Culture, Advanced Placement A/B 99/930 Chinese Language and Culture, Advanced Placement A/B 89/80 Latin, Vergil, Advanced Placement A/B 8854/8855 Computer Programming A/B 3657/3658 Molecular Biology A/B (BC) 90/90 Computer Programming, Advanced Placement Computer Science A/B 965/966 Computer Programming 3 Advanced Topics in Computer Science A/B 35 Economics, Macroeconomics, Advanced Placement 36 Economics, Microeconomics, Advanced Placement 07/08 English Literature and Composition, Advanced Placement, A/B 3653/3654 Molecular Biology A/B (DP) (BC) 3048/3049 Multivariable Calculus and Differential Equations A/B 6547/6548 Music Theory and Composition, Advanced Placement 430/43 Network Engineering and Management, Advanced A/B 3837/3838 Physics B, Advanced Placement A/B (PC) 3

MCPS ADVANCED PLACEMENT AND ADVANCED-LEVEL COURSES 3659/3660 Environmental Science, Advanced Placement A/B (SC) 3674/3675 Environmental Science, Honors A/B (DP) (SC) 3676/3677 Environmental Science, Honors A/B (SC) 3839/3840 Physics C, Advanced Placement A/B (PC) 3657/3658 Molecular Biology A/B (BC) 3653/3654 Molecular Biology A/B (DP) (BC) 3864/3865 Forensic Science A/B (SC) 3048/3049 Multivariable Calculus and Differential Equations A/B 65/65 French 5 A/B 6547/6548 Music Theory and Composition, Advanced Placement 385/385 Physics, Advanced Placement A/B (DP) (PC) 384/384 Physics, Advanced Placement A/B (PC) 330/33 Statistics, Advanced Placement, A/B 6486 Studio Art -D, Advanced Placement 3350/335 Precalculus, Honors A/B 6487 Studio Art -D, Advanced Placement 550/55 Principles of Engineering A/B 6305/6306 Studio Art 3 A/B 330/33 Psychology, Advanced Placement A/B 6488 Studio Art 3-D, Advanced Placement 53 Publications Editing, Layout, and Business Management 6489 Studio Art 3-D, Advanced Placement 98/98 Research Project A/B 648 Studio Art Drawing, Advanced Placement 859/860 Russian 5 A/B 6484 Studio Art Drawing, Advanced Placement 86/86 Russian 6 A/B 789 Superintendent s Leadership Program 5 Seminar in Peace Studies 7830 Superintendent s Leadership Program 75/75 Spanish 5 A/B 783 Superintendent s Leadership Program 76/76 Spanish 6 A/B 783 Superintendent s Leadership Program 759/760 Spanish Language, Advanced Placement A/B 76/76 Spanish Literature, Advanced Placement A/B 5 Techniques of Advanced Journalism 6490/649 Visual Art Center A/B 4

MCPS INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA COURSES 0/03 MCPSPIB English 9 A/B 865/866 IB Russian 4 A/B 04/05 MCPSPIB English 0 A/B 007 Theory of Knowledge 06/07 IB English A/B 008 Theory of Knowledge 08/09 IB English A/B 0/0 IB Theory of Knowledge /Extended Essay A/B 030 IB Extended Essay 33/34 MCPSPIB Government A/B 609/60 MCPSPIB French A/B 30/3 IB History A/B 67/68 MCPSPIB French 3 A/B 3/33 IB Psychology A/B 69/60 IB French 4 A/B 34/35 IB Economics A/B 67/68 IB French 5 A/B 403/404 IB History A/B 69/630 IB French 6 A/B 405/406 IB Information Technology in a Global Society A/B 647/648 MCPSPIB Chinese A/B 308/309 MCPSPIB Geometry A/B 649/650 MCPSPIB Chinese 3A/B 3306/3307 IB Analysis and Applications of Functions A/B 65/65 IB Chinese 4 A/B 340/348 IB Math Studies A/B 653/654 IB Chinese 5 A/B 340/344 IB Precalculus A/B 655/656 IB Chinese 6 A/B 3496/3497 IB HL Mathematics A/B 657/66 IB Chinese 7A/B 3606/3607 IB Biology A/B 658/66 IB French 7A/B 3634/3635 MCPSPIB Biology A/B 660/664 IB Spanish 7A/B 3744/3745 MCPSPIB Chemistry A/B 77/78 MCPSPIB Spanish 3A/B 3746/3747 IB Chemistry A/B 755/756 IB Spanish 6 A/B 3757/3758 IB Environmental Systems A/B 863/864 IB Russian 3 A/B 3844/3845 IB Physics A/B 3846/3847 IB Physics A/B 70/703 IB Film Studies A/B 60/603 IB Visual Arts A/B 704/705 IB Film Studies A/B 607/608 IB Visual Arts A/B 8073/8074 IB Theater A/B 6567/6568 IB Advanced Music A/B 807/807 IB Theater A/B 5

A RT D EPARTMENT Refer to the 03-4 MCPS High School Course Bulletin at www.mcpscourses.org for course descriptions. These courses satisfy the fine arts requirement. Each equals 0 minutes of daily homework.. Each equals 5 minutes. COURSE TITLE GRADES SEM. CODE PREREQUISITE Foundations of Art A 9-6055 Foundations of Art B 9-6056 Foundations of Art A Ceramics/Sculpture A 9-638 Ceramics/Sculpture B 9-639 C/S A recommended Ceramics/Sculpture A 0-6383 C/S A and B Ceramics/Sculpture B 0-6393 C/S A Ceramics/Sculpture 3A Ceramics/Sculpture 3B 0-0- 6385 6386 C/S A and B C/S 3A Advanced Studio A (Ceramics) 0-633 Advanced Studio B (Ceramics) 0-634 Adv. Studio A (Ceramics) Advanced Studio A (Fashion Illustration and Construction A) Advanced Studio B (Fashion Illustration and Construction B) Advanced Studio A (Fashion Illustration and Construction A) Advanced Studio B (Fashion Illustration and Construction B) 9-63350 9-63450 63350 recommended 0-63360 63350/63450 recommended 0-63460 Photography A 9-6345 Photography B 9-6346 Photo A Photography A 0-6347 Photo A/B Photography B 0-6348 Photo A Advanced Studio A (Photography Concentration) Advanced Studio B (Photography Concentration) 0-6330 semesters of photography courses 0-6340 Adv. Studio (Photo) A Commercial Art A (Graphic Design) 0-640.5 credit in Foundations of Art Commercial Art B (Graphic Design) 0-64 Comm. Art A Commercial Art A (Graphic Design) 0-6403 Commercial Art A/B Commercial Art B (Graphic Design) 0-643 Commercial Art A Digital Art A 9-6496 Digital Art B 9-6497 Digital Art A Advanced Studio A (Digital Art A) 0-63370 Digital Art A/B Advanced Studio B (Digital Art B) 0-63470 Adv. Studio A (Digital Art A) Painting A 0-6365 Foundations of Art A/B or 0.5 credit Foundations and 0.5 credit in any other art course Painting B 0-6366 Painting A 6

Studio Art A 0-605 credit of Foundations of Art or 0.5 credit in Foundations and 0.5 credit in any other art course Studio Art B 0-606 Studio Art A Studio Art A 0-605 Studio Art A/B Studio Art B 0-606 Studio Art A Advanced Studio A (Studio Art Concentration A) Advanced Studio B (Studio Art Concentration B) - 6330 Attainment of the outcomes of semester art courses. In-depth study may be repeated for credit. - 6340 Attainment of the outcomes of semester art courses. In-depth study may be repeated for credit. AP Art History A 0-6456 AP Art History B 0-6457 AP Art History A Art History A 9-645 Art History B 9-645 Art History A AP Portfolio Development Courses AP Studio Art A Drawing - 6480 credits including Foundations of Art and Studio Art A/B, may be repeated for credit. AP Studio Art B Drawing - 6480 AP Studio Art A AP Studio Art D Design AP Stu. Art D Design Photo AP Studio Art D Design AP Stu. Art D Design Photo - 64860 648603-64860 648604 credits including Foundations of Art and Studio Art A/B, may be repeated for credit. credits including Foundations of Art and Studio Art A/B, may be repeated for credit. AP Studio Art 3D Design - 64880 Ceramics/Sculpture A/B & A/B, may be repeated for credit. AP Studio Art 3D Design - 64880 Ceramics/Sculpture A/B & A/B, may be repeated for credit. Visual Arts Center - 649094 (By application, triple period) (Einstein High School) Visual Arts Center - 64994 (By application, triple period) (Einstein High School) BUSINESS ELECTIVE Refer to the 03-4 MCPS High School Course Bulletin at www.mcpscourses.org for course descriptions. COURSE TITLE GRADES SEM CODE PREREQUISITE Personal Finance 0-4580 Personal Finance 0-4580 7

COMPUTER SCIENCE DEPARTMENT Refer to the 03-4 MCPS High School Course Bulletin at www.mcpscourses.org for course descriptions. Each equals 0 minutes of daily homework. Each equals 5 minutes. COURSE TITLE GRADES SEM CODE PREREQUISITE Software Applications by Design A 9-903 (Leads to MOS Core Certification) Software Applications by Design B 9-904 Software Applications by (Leads to MOS Core Certification) Design A Adv. Software Applications by 9-905 Software Applications by Design A Design A/B recommended (Leads to MOS Expert Certification) Adv. Software Applications by 9-906 Adv. Software Applications Design B by Design A (Leads to MOS Expert Certification) Website Development A 9-99 Software Applications or Discov. Programming Concepts Website Development B 9-99 Website Dev. A Computer Programming A 9-989 Concurrent enrollment in Hon. Geometry or Geometry Computer Programming B 9-990 Comp. Programming A AP Computer Programming A 0-90 Computer Programming A/B AP Computer Programming B 0-90 AP Computer Programming A Computer Programming 3A Advanced Topics in Computer Science Computer Programming 3B - Advanced Topics in Computer Science - 965 Computer Programming A/B - 966 Computer Programming 3A Honors Credit 8

ENGLISH DEPARTMENT Refer to the 03-4 MCPS High School Course Bulletin at www.mcpscourses.org for course descriptions. Each equals 0 minutes of daily homework. Each equals 5 minutes. COURSE TITLE GRADES SEM CODE PREREQUISITE English 9A 9 3 English 9B 9 3 Honors English 9A 9 33 Honors English 9B 9 34 English 0A 0 3 English 9 English 0B 0 3 English 9 Honors English 0A 0 33 English 9 Honors English 0B 0 34 English 9 English A 33 English 0 English B 33 English 0 Honors English A 333 English 0 Honors English B 334 English 0 AP English Language/Composition A AP English Language/Composition B 05 English 0 06 English 0 English A 34 English English B 34 English Honors English A 343 English Honors English B 344 English AP English Literature/Composition A AP English Literature/Composition B 07 English 08 English 9

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS ELECTIVES Refer to the 03-4 MCPS High School Course Bulletin at www.mcpscourses.org for course descriptions. Each equals 0 minutes of daily homework. Each equals 5 minutes. COURSE TITLE GRADES SEM CODE PREREQUISITE Journalism A 9-0 50 (Newspaper A) Journalism B 9-0 5 Newspaper A (Newspaper B) Techniques of Adv. Journalism A 0-5 Newspaper B (Honors Newspaper A) Techniques of Adv. Journalism B 0-53 Newspaper A (Honors Newspaper B) Publications Editing, Layout A - 53 Newspaper B (Honors Newspaper 3A) Publications Editing, Layout B - 533 Newspaper 3A (Honors Newspaper 3B) Publications Editing, Layout A 534 Newspaper 3B (Honors Newspaper 4A) Publications Editing, Layout B 535 Newspaper 4A (Honors Newspaper 4B) Journalism A (Yearbook A) Journalism B (Yearbook B) 9-0 500 9-0 50 Yearbook A Techniques of Advanced 0-50 Yearbook B Journalism A(Honors Yearbook A) Techniques of Advanced 0-503 Yearbook A Journalism B(Honors Yearbook B) Publications Editing, Layout A - 530 Yearbook B (Honors Yearbook 3A) Publications Editing, Layout B - 5303 Yearbook 3A (Honors Yearbook 3B) Publications Editing, Layout A 5304 Yearbook 3B (Honors Yearbook 4A) Publications Editing, Layout B 5305 Yearbook 4A (Honors Yearbook 4B) Advanced Composition A (Literary magazine) Advanced Composition B (Literary magazine) 9-9- 30 35 Advanced Composition A (Real- World Writing A) Advanced Composition B (Real- World Writing B) 0-300 0-350 0

Informative and Argumentative Speaking Oral Interpretation and Media Study 0-46 English 0B 0-46 English 0 B College Prep. Literacy 0-880 College Pre. Literacy 0-880 College Test Preparation 0-40 Geom. Recommended College Test Preparation 0-40 Geom. Recommended Developmental Reading 0-43 Special Placement

MATHEMATICS Refer to the 03-4 MCPS High School Course Bulletin at www.mcpscourses.org for course descriptions. Each equals 0 minutes of daily homework. Each equals 5 minutes. COURSE TITLE GRADES SEM. CODE PREREQUISITE Algebra A 9-3 Algebra B 9-3 Algebra A Related Math A 9-33 Concurrent enrollment in Algebra A Related Math B 9-33 Concurrent enrollment in Alg. B Geometry A 9-30 Algebra Geometry B 9-30 Geometry A Honors Geometry A 9-303 Algebra Honors Geometry B 9-304 Honors Geometry A Bridge to Algebra A 0-3053 Algebra, Geometry Bridge to Algebra B 0-3054 Algebra, Geometry Algebra A 9-330 Algebra, Geometry Algebra B 9-330 Algebra A Honors Algebra A 9-330 Algebra, Geometry Honors Algebra B 9-33 Honors Algebra A Precalculus A 9-3489 Algebra Precalculus B 9-3490 Precalculus A Honors Precalculus A 9-3350 Algebra Honors Precalculus B 9-335 Honors Precalculus A Calculus w/ Appls. A (Honors) - 3356 Precalculus Calculus w/ Appls. B (Honors) - 3357 Calculus w/applications A AP AB Calculus A 0-345 Precalculus AP AB Calculus B 0-3453 Calculus A (AP:AB) AP BC Calculus A 0-349 Honors Precalculus B AP BC Calculus B 0-349 Calculus A (AP:BC) Quantitative Literacy A (Financial Literacy A) Quantitative Literacy B (Financial Literacy B) - 3 Alg or Bridge to Alg - 3 Quantitative Literacy A AP Statistics A - 330 Algebra. Hon. Alg. or Precalculus recommended AP Statistics B - 33 AP Statistics A Statistics and Math. Modeling A 33 Algebra Statistics and Math. Modeling B 333 Statistics and Math. Modeling A Statistics and Math. Modeling A 33 Algebra Statistics and Math. Modeling B 333 Statistics and Math. Modeling A College Test Preparation 0-40 Geometry recommended College Test Preparation 0-40 Geometry recommended

MUSIC DEPARTMENT Refer to the 03-4 MCPS High School Course Bulletin at www.mcpscourses.org for course descriptions. These courses satisify the fine arts requirement. Each equals 0 minutes of daily homework. Each equals 5 minutes. COURSE TITLE GRADE SEM. CODE PREREQUISITE CHORAL MUSIC Chorus A (Voices of a Generation A) 9-67 Chorus B (Voices of a Generation B ) 9-67 Chorus A (Simply Irresistible) 0-67 Voice/dance audition required Chorus B (Simply Irresistible) 0-67 Voice/dance audition required Concert Choir A (Jazz Ambassadors 3A) 0-673 Audition required Concert Choir B (Jazz Ambassadors 3B) 0-673 Audition required Honors Concert Choir A (Honors Jazz Choir 3A) 0-6733 With instructor s approval Honors Concert Choir B (Honors Jazz Choir 3B ) 0-6734 With instructor s approval Honors Chamber Singers A(Showstoppers) 0-6743 Vocal/dance audition required Honors Chamber Singers B (Showstoppers) 0-6744 Vocal/dance audition required Chamber Choir A 0-674 Vocal audition required Chamber Choir B 0-674 Vocal audition required Music Perspectives A (Musical Theater) 9-6565 Music Perspectives B (Musical Theater) 9-6566 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC Students are expected to be enrolled in both semesters. Concert Orchestra A (9 th ) 9-685 Previous orchestra (string) experience Concert Orchestra B (9 th ) 9-685 Previous orchestra experience Honors Symphonic Orchestra A 0-68680 Audition required Honors Symphonic Orchestra B 0-68690 Audition required Honors Symphonic Orchestra A (Chamber) 0-68680 Audition required Honors Symphonic Orchestra B (Chamber) 0-68690 Audition required Concert Band A (9 th ) 9-68 Previous band experience Concert Band B (9 th ) 9-68 Previous band experience Honors Symphonic Band A 0-6880 Audition required Honors Symphonic Band B 0-6890 Audition required Hon.Symphonic Band A (Wind) 0-6880 Audition required Hon.Symphonic Band B (Wind) 0-6890 Audition required Honors Jazz Ensemble A 0-6873 Audition required Honors Jazz Ensemble B ` 0-6874 Audition required 3

GENERAL MUSIC Guitar A (Beginning) 9-6585 Guitar B 9-6586 Guitar A or tchr. rec. Guitar A 0-659 Guitar B Guitar B 0-659 Guitar A or tchr. rec. Music Theory A 9 6545 Music Theory B 9 6546 Music Theory A AP Music Theory A 0-6547 Music Theory B or permission of instructor AP Music Theory B 0-6548 AP Music Theory A 4

PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH Refer to the 03-4 MCPS High School Course Bulletin at www.mcpscourses.org for course descriptions. Each equals 0 minutes of daily homework. Each equals 5 minutes. COURSE TITLE GRADES SEM CODE PREREQUISITE General P.E. 9-770 Interest in a varied selection of individual, team General P.E. 9-77 and personal development activities Aerobics/Fitness 9-77450 Interest in developing total body fitness Aerobics/Fitness 9-77450 Basketball 9-774 Interest in developing skills to a higher level Basketball 9-774 Wrestling and Conditioning 9-77530 Interest in developing wrestling skills and fitness Soccer 9-77480 Interest in developing skills to a higher level Soccer 9-77480 Volleyball 9-7750 Interest in developing skills to a higher level Volleyball 9-7750 Weight/Strength Training and Conditioning (Body Toning/ Strength Training and Conditioning) Weight/Strength Training and Conditioning (Body Toning/Strength Training and Conditioning) 9-7750 Interest in developing body toning, muscular strength & conditioning 9-7750 Interest in developing body toning, muscular strength & conditioning Net Sports Net Sports 9-9- 77370 77370 Interest in tennis, badminton, table tennis, and pickle ball. Health 0 78350 Health 0 78350 Honors Health 0 7840 Honors Health 0 7840 5

N OTE: SCIENCE DEPARTMENT C HECK A COLLEGE S SCIENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION CAREFULLY, PARTICULARLY # OF LAB. SCIENCES REQUIRED! Refer to the 03-4 MCPS High School Course Bulletin at www.mcpscourses.org for course descriptions. Codes for the prerequisite column: (P) prerequisite; (CR) co-requisite; (HR) highly recommended for student success. *Satisfies biology credit requirement; **Satisfies physical science credit requirement Each equals 0 minutes of daily homework. Each equals 5 minutes. COURSE TITLE GRADE SEM. CODE PREREQUISITE Physical Science A ** 9 394 Physical Science B ** 9 394 Honors Matter & Energy A ** 9 3764 (CR) Geometry Honors Matter & Energy B ** 9 3765 (HR) Honors Matter & Energy A Hon. Chemistry A 9 th Grade** 9 3704 (CR) Geometry or Honors Geometry (HR) completion of Honors Geometry Hon. Chemistry B 9 th Grade** 9 3704 (P) 9th grade Hon. Chemistry A Biology A* 0-363 (HR) Matter & Energy or Chemistry Biology B* 0-363 (HR) Biology A Honors Biology A * 0-36 (HR) Honors Matter & Energy or Chemistry Honors Biology B * 0-36 AP Biology A * (double pd.) - 365 (P) Biology A/B (CR) Chemistry A/B AP Biology B * (double pd.) - 365 (P) AP Biology A AP Environmental Science A - 3659 (P) Biology, (CR) Chemistry AP Environmental Science B - 3660 AP Environmental Science A Anatomy & Physiology A Honors* (Dissection required) - 376 (P) Biology, (CR) Chemistry Anatomy & Phys. B Honors* - 376 (P) Anatomy & Physiology A Honors Molecular Genetics A Honors** (double pd., eligible for college credit) Molecular Genetics B Honors** (double period, eligible for college credit) - 3997 (P) Biology A/B, Chemistry A/B - 3998 (P) Molecular Genetics A Honors Chemistry A ** 0-37 (P) Algebra (CR) Geometry Chemistry B ** 0-37 (P) Chemistry A 6

Each equals 0 minutes of daily homework. Each equals 5 minutes. Honors Chemistry A** 0-37 (P) Algebra or concurrent enrollment in Geometry (H) Honors Geometry Honors Chemistry B** 0-37 (P) Chemistry A Honors AP Chemistry A** (double period) AP Chemistry B** (double period) - 375 (P) Chemistry and Algebra, (H) Honors Chemistry, Physics, Honors Algebra - 375 (P) Chemistry AP A Astronomy A** 0-3856 (HR) Biology A/B Astronomy B** 0-3857 (HR) Astronomy A Physics A** 0-383 (CR) Geometry (HR) Algebra Physics B ** 0-383 (P) Physics A Honors Physics A** Honors Physics B** 0-0- 38 38 (CR) Geo. (HR) Hon. Alg. (CR) Geo. (HR) Hon. Alg. (P) Hon. Physics A AP Physics A** AP Physics B** - - 384 384 (P) Physics, Precalculus (HR) Hon. Physics & concurrent Calculus (P) AP Physics A 7

SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT Refer to the 03-4 MCPS High School Course Bulletin at www.mcpscourses.org for course descriptions. Each equals 0 minutes of daily homework. Each equals 5 minutes. COURSE TITLE GRADES SEM CODE PREREQUISITE Honors U.S. History A 9- Honors U.S. History B 9-3 AP U.S. History A 9-4 AP U.S. History B 9-4 AP US History A Honors NSL Government A 0-7 Honors NSL Government B 0-8 AP NSL Government A 0-04 AP NSL Government B 0-05 AP NSL Government A AP Comparative Gov t. A - 3 AP Comparative Gov t. B - 45 AP Comp. Government A Modern World History A - Modern World History B - Honors Modern World History A - 3 Honors Modern World History B - 4 AP World History A - 40 AP World History B - 4 AP World History A Honors Ancient History 0-558 Honors Medieval History 0-559 AP European History A AP European History B - - 6 7 Modern World History recommended. AP European History A Psychology Psychology - - 304 33 AP Psychology A AP Psychology B - - 330 33 AP Psychology A AP Human Geography A 0-33 AP Human Geography B 0-333 AP Human Geography A Student Leadership A 0-339 Student Leadership B 0-340 Honors Cultural Anthropology A (Asian Studies A) Honors Cultural Anthropology B (Asian Studies B) 0-56 0-56 8

Note: If a course has the same 4-digit code, it is a one-semester course. The 0 indicates semester ; 0, sem.. COURSE TITLE GRADES SEM CODE PREREQUISITE Economics Economics 0-0- 3030 3030 Law Law 0-0- 30 30 Sociology - 305 Sociology - 34 Global Issues of the 0-347 st Century A Global Issues of the 0-348 st Century B AP Economics A - 35 Concurrent enrollment in Precalculus recommended AP Economics B - 36 AP Economics A African-American History 0-03 Latin-American History 0-04 Comparative Religion Comparative Religion 0-0- 300 300 Philosophy Philosophy 0-0- 30 30 Honors Peace Studies Honors Peace Studies 0-0- 50 50 Model United Nations A Model United Nations B - - 8 9 Social Studies Humanities A Social Studies Humanities B - - 38 39 9

TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT Refer to the 03-4 MCPS High School Course Bulletin at www.mcpscourses.org for course descriptions. Each equals 0 minutes of daily homework. Each equals 5 minutes. COURSE TITLE GRADE SEM. CODE PREREQUISITE #Foundations of Technology A 9-56 #Foundations of Technology B 9-56 #Design Technology Solutions A #Design Technology Solutions B 9-9- 8 83 Completion of Algebra suggested Completion of Algebra suggested +Advanced Design Appls. A +Advanced Design Appls. B +Advanced Tech. Appls. A +Advanced Tech. Appls. B 0-0- 0-0- #Satisfies.0 regular technology credit graduation requirement. +Satisfies advanced technology requirements for program completer. 808 809 80 8 A student must complete one basic technology credit before taking an advanced tech. course. A student must complete one basic technology credit before taking an advanced tech. course. THEATRE, TELEVISION PRODUCTION, FILM Refer to the 03-4 MCPS High School Course Bulletin at www.mcpscourses.org for course descriptions. These courses satisfy the fine arts requirement, except for TV Production. Each equals 0 minutes of daily homework. Each equals 5 minutes. COURSE TITLE GRADES SEM CODE PREREQUISITE Theatre A 9-696 Theatre B 9-697 Theatre A Theatre A (Theatre Performance and Improvision A) Theatre B (Theatre Performance and Improvision B) Advanced Studio A (Filmmaking A) Advanced Studio B (Filmmaking B) Advanced Studio A (Filmmaking A) Advanced Studio B (Filmmaking B) 0-698 Theatre 0-699 Theatre A 9-63330 9-63430 0-63340 Filmmaking A 0-63440 Filmmaking A Advanced Acting (Advanced 0-69 Theatre and Theatre) Stage Design/Play Directing 0-693/694 Theatre and TV Production * 9-7860 TV Production * 9-786 TV Production * This course does not give fine art credit. 30

WORLD LANGUAGES Refer to the 03-4 MCPS High School Course Bulletin at www.mcpscourses.org for course descriptions. Note: Check a college s requirements to make sure American Sign Language qualifies as a world language for admission. Each equals 0 minutes of daily homework. Each equals 5 minutes. COURSE TITLE GRADE SEM. CODE PREREQUISITE American Sign Language A 9-596 American Sign Language B 9-597 American Sign Language A American Sign Language A American Sign Language B 9-9- 593 594 American Sign Language B American Sign Language A French A 9-6 French B 9-6 French A French A French B 9-9- 6 6 French B French A French 3A 9-63 French B French 3B 9-63 French 3A French 3A Honors 9-633 French B French 3B Honors 9-643 French 3A Honors French 4A Honors 0-634 French 3B French 4B Honors 0-644 French 4A Honors French 5A (Honors) - 65 French 4B Honors French 5B (Honors) - 65 French 5A (Honors) AP French Language A 0-635 French 5B Honors AP French Language B 0-636 AP French Lang A Spanish A 9-7 Spanish B 9-7 Spanish A Spanish A 9-7 Spanish B Spanish B 9-7 Spanish A Spanish 3A 9-73 Spanish B Spanish 3B 9-73 Spanish 3A Spanish 3A Honors 9-733 Spanish B Spanish 3B Honors 9-743 Spanish 3A Honors Spanish 4A Honors 0-734 Spanish 3B Spanish 4B Honors 0-744 Spanish 4A Honors Spanish 4/5A Honors 0-750 Honors Spanish 3 Spanish 4/5B Honors 0-750 Spanish 4/5A Honors AP Spanish Language A AP Spanish Language B - - 759 760 Spanish 4A/5B or Spanish 5 AP Span. Lang. A 3

AP Spanish Literature A - 76 Successful completion of the previous course AP Spanish Literature B - 76 AP Spanish Lit. A Spanish 7A (Honors) (Conversational Spanish focusing on current events and literature) Spanish 7B (Honors) (Conversational Spanish focusing on current events and literature) - 757-758 Concurrent enrollment in AP Spanish Lit. A Concurrent enrollment in AP Spanish Lit. B Chinese A 9-87 Chinese B 9-87 Chinese A Chinese A 9-873 Chinese B Chinese B 9-874 Chinese A Chinese 3A Honors 9-95 Chinese B Chinese 3B Honors 9-96 Chinese 3A Honors Chinese 4A Honors 0-97 Chinese 3B Honors Chinese 4B Honors 0-98 Chinese 4A Honors Chinese 5A (Honors) Chinese 5B (Honors) - - 879 880 Chinese 4B Honors Chinese 5A (Honors) Chinese 6A (Honors) - 88 Chinese 5B (Honors) Chinese 6B (Honors) - 88 Chinese 6A (Honors) (Introduction to Chinese Classical Literature) AP Chinese Language and Culture A Successful completion of the previous - 99 course AP Chinese Language and Culture B - 930 AP Chinese Lang. and Culture A STUDENT AIDES Students interested in serving as an aide must seek approval from teacher/supervisor and complete the student aide form available in the counseling office. Note: Students may serve as aides for teachers or in any of the offices throughout the school. 3

INTERNSHIPS THROUGH MCPS Refer to the 03-4 MCPS High School Course Bulletin at www.mcpscourses.org for course descriptions. COURSE TITLE GRADES SEM. CODE PREREQUISITE Superintendent s Leadership or apply See counselor Program CAREER INTERNSHIPS I NTERNSHIPS AT W INSTON C HURCHILL H IGH S CHOOL* COURSE TITLE GRADES SEM. CODE PREREQUISITE HOSTS Tutors - 783 See WCHS Internship HOSTS Tutors - 786 Coordinator OUT OF SCHOOL INTERNSHIPS* COURSE TITLE GRADES SEM CODE PREREQUISITE Internship A SP - 78300 See WCHS Internship Coordinator Internship B SP - 78600 Internship A DP - 78800 See WCHS Internship Coordinator Internship B DP - 78900 Internship A TP - 7800 See WCHS Internship Coordinator Internship B TP - 78300 *The Career Internship Program is available during both the regular-school day and the extended-school day. COLLEGE/CAREER RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM OF S TUDY (4 CREDITS REQUIRED) Placement in these courses is determined by the student s case manager or by the transition teacher. COURSE TITLE GRADES SEM. CODE PREREQUISITE College/Career Research and Development A 0-809 College/Career Research and 0-8093 Development B Career Seminar A Career Seminar B Site-Based Career/College Experience A (double pd.) Site-Based Career/College Experience B (double pd.) - - - - 8065 8066 544 544 CCRD A/B, co-requisite Site- Based Work Experience CCRD A/B, co-requisite Site- Based Work Experience CCRD A/B, co-requisite Career Seminar A CCRD A/B, co-requisite Career Seminiar B 33

RESOURCE/LAD/ARS DEPARTMENT Placement in these courses is determined through the meeting and recommendation of the IEP committee. Each equals 0 minutes of daily homework. Each equals 5 minutes. COURSE TITLE GRADES SEM. CODE PREREQUISITE Resource 9 793395 Special Placement Resource 9 793495 Special Placement Resource 0 793396 Special Placement Resource 0 793496 Special Placement Resource 793397 Special Placement Resource 793497 Special Placement Resource 793398 Special Placement Resource 793498 Special Placement Developmental Reading 9-43 Special Placement HSA Prep. Workshop 0-46 Special Placement English 9A 9 395 English 9B 9 395 English 0A 0 396 English 0B 0 396 English A 3397 English B 3397 English A 3498 English B 3498 MAPS A 33 MAPS B 34 Algebra A Related Math A Algebra B Related Math B 395 3395 395 3395 Geometry A 3096 Algebra Geometry B 3096 Algebra Bridge to Algebra A 3053 Algebra, Geometry Bridge to Algebra B 3054 Algebra, Geometry Honors US History A 9 95 Honors US History B 9 395 Honors NSL Govt. A 0 796 Honors NSL Govt. B 0 896 Mod. World Hist. A - 97 Mod. World Hist. B - 97 34

COURSE TITLE GRADES SEM. CODE PREREQUISITE Physical Science A (9 th ) 9 39495 Physical Science B (9 th ) 9 39495 Biology A 0 36396 Biology B 0 36396 Astronomy A - 385697 Astronomy B - 385797 35

THOMAS EDISON HIGH SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY Program Offerings *** 03-04 Students may elect to take the first year of a two-year program if they are not using the course as a program completer. All TEHST programs offer.5 credits per semester. Some courses have prerequisites. Most courses are career development completer programs, but not all (i.e. our Interior Design course is currently an elective). As a general rule, we do not enroll Grade 9 students. Grade and students have program placement priority, except Cosmetology. Students must begin the Cosmetology course as a 0 th grader. In most other programs, Grade 0 students are typically considered if space is available in the course. Advanced Technology courses are marked with a *. Biotechnology is an advanced level course with science credit and is offered in the PM only. Medical Careers is offered in the PM only. Courses articulated with Montgomery College for college credit are in italic type. Course Grades First Year Second Year Foundations of Automotive Technologies (TP) 0-50459 A 50469 B Auto Body Repair Technology (TP) 0-55539 A 55549 B 55559 A 55569 B Automotive Technology (TP) 0-5069 A 5069 B 50679 A* 50689 B* Biotechnology w/ Science credit & Adv Level (DP) - 38679 A 38689 B 38699 A (SP) 38699 B (SP) Special Topics in Biotechnology w/ Adv Level (SP) 3879 A 3879 B (Biotech internship required for pc)** Cosmetology (3 year program) 0-55839 A (TP) 55849 B (DP) 56439 A (DP) 56449 B (DP) Related Math A # 339 A (SP) Applied Science 3659 A (SP) 3669 B (SP) Third Year 55879 3A (TP) 55889 3B (DP) Related Math B # 339 B (SP) # Students who have already taken Related Math may be scheduled instead for Maps A / Maps B ---- 339 (SP) / 349 (SP) Principles of Architecture (TP) - 5039 A 5049 B 5069 A* 5079 B* and CAD Technology (Drafting) Print Technologies & Digital Graphics (TP) - 589 A 599 B 59 A* 59 B* Academy of Hospitality and Tourism (SP) - 53989 A 53999 B 5709 A 5709 B (SP) Hospitality for Academy of Hospitality/Tourism (SP) 5409 A (AOHT internship required for pc)** Systems for Academy of Hospitality/Tourism/ 5409 B Travel Geography for Academy of Hospitality/Tourism (SP) 54039 A 54079 B Foundations of Building (TP) 0-5569 A 5569 B and Construction Technologies Carpentry (TP) 0-5009 A 509 B 56399 A 56409 B Heating/Air Conditioning (TP) 0-539 A 599 B 579 A* 589 B* Masonry (TP) 0-55679 A 55689 B 55659 A 55669 B Electricity (Construction) (TP) 0-5099 A 509 B 55959 A* 55969 B* Plumbing (TP) 0-56079 A 56089 B 56059 A 56069 B Medical Careers (DP) - 58339 A 58349 B 5459 A 5459 (SP) B Science (SP) 39959 A 39969 B (Medical internship req d for pc)** Nail Technology (TP) - 5679 A 5679 B Network Operations (TP) - 409 A* 4039 B* Professional Restaurant Mgmt. (TP) - 48349 A 48359 B 48379 A 48389 B Interior Design (TP) 0-47859 46459 849 859 47869 46469 489 489 53949 53959 48059 48069 **Students in Biotechnology or Medical Careers who are not interested in the required.0 internship can pursue.0 credit AP Bio or AP Chem at their home school to complete the requirements for a program completer.** *** As of /9/09 36

Program Specific OJT / Internship Codes Single Period,.5 credits, repeatable (unlimited) Architecture & CAD Technology 57079 Auto Body 5709 Auto Technology 57039 Carpentry 57059 Electricity 57089 Graphics Art Media 5779 Heating, Ventilation, & A/C 579 Masonry 5749 Nail Technology 4869 Network Operations 4879 Plumbing 5769 Prof Rest Mgmt 7839 (A) 786 9(B) Academy of Hospitality (NAF Intern) 5709 (A & B) Medical Careers Internship 5459 (A & B) Double Period,.0 credit, repeatable (unlimited) Foundations of Automotive Technology 5709 (A & B) Prof. Rest. Mgmt. Internship (DP) 7889 (A) 7899 (B) Triple Period,.5 credit repeatable (unlimited) Prof. Rest. Mgmt. Internship (TP) 789 (A) 7839 (B) Guided Research,.5 credits, Biotech Guided Research (SP) no repeats for credit 38759 (A) 38769(B) Network Operations Guided Research (SP) 4889 EDISON SSL HOURS - Automatic w/ Passing Grade 5 per semester Auto Technology Foundations of Auto Tech (ASAP) Auto Body Carpentry Electricity Graphics HVAC Plumbing Masonry Network Operations Restaurant Management Hospitality and Tourism Hotel/Travel 0 per semester Medical Careers Other - Automatic Cosmetology 70 SSL total for 3 years broken down as follows: Year - 5 for S and 0 for S, Year 0 for S and 0 for S, Year 3 5 for S and 0 for S Interior Design 0 SSL in first semester only PLEASE NOTE: Students in Foundations of Building and Construction, Nails, Architecture/Drafting, Biotechnology, and OJT / Internship will NOT receive automatic SSL hours. Students are responsible to complete MCPS Form 560-5 MCPS Student Service Learning Verification Form and submit it to their Edison teacher. Once completed by their Edison teacher, students are responsible to submit MCPS Form 560-5 to their home school service learning coordinator. *** As of 6/8/0 37

The Signature Program THE ACADEMY OF MATHEMATICS, TECHNOLOGY, AND SCIENCE The Academy of Mathematics, Technology, and Science at Winston Churchill High School provides all students with the opportunity to participate in academically challenging courses through multidisciplinary curriculum in mathematics, technology, and science. One of the primary expectations of the MTS Academy is that Academy members will strengthen personal responsibility, initiative, and commitment to the program. The academic challenges and personal growth opportunities presented to Academy members require motivation, selfdirection, and independence. This special program has been designed to offer an enriched opportunity for Academy members to explore and experience a career interest through the MTS Academy lecture series, extracurricular coursework, independent experiment, poster sessions, and internship. Students who wish to graduate with MTS Academy distinction must fulfill the following program requirements. ACADEMY REQUIREMENTS MCPS graduation requirements Three additional credits in Mathematics, Technology, or Science One additional Technology credit One Summer Symposium class in Mathematics, Technology, or Science Extracurricular coursework after school in Experimental Design and Statistics; and Scientific Literary Research and Scientific Writing during freshman and sophomore years Attend MTS Lecture Series and complete reaction papers Complete an independent scientific inquiry Complete culminating projects such as Lab Reports, Poster Sessions, and Presentations Participate in an internship in Mathematics, Technology, or Science Enter in a contest or competition in Mathematics, Technology, or Science Maintain the grade requirements, including a cumulative weighted 3.75 grade point average in Academy courses Students in the Academy of Mathematics, Technology, and Science are encouraged and expected to challenge themselves in honors and Advanced Placement level classes. Students may indicate their interest in the MTS Academy to their counselor and submit an application for admission into the program to Ms. Barbara Blazer, Signature Program coordinator, during 8th grade when registering for 9 th grade. The MTS Academy is a four-year program and must be joined at the beginning of 9 th grade. For more information and an application, visit Churchill s website, www.churchillhs.org, under departments. 38

The Signature Program THE ACADEMY OF CREATIVE AND PERFORMING ARTS The Academy of Creative and Performing Arts at Winston Churchill High School will provide students in the creative and performing arts with academically and artistically challenging coursework and will provide the student body with the opportunity to develop an enhanced appreciation of the arts. One of the primary goals of the Academy of Creative and Performing Arts is that Academy members will strengthen personal responsibility, initiative, and commitment to the program. The academic and artistic challenges and personal growth opportunities presented to Academy members require motivation, self-direction, and independence. This special program has been designed to offer an enriched opportunity for Academy members to explore the various career possibilities in the performing arts arena and the creative arts professions as an artist, journalist, publisher, poet, performer, or photographer. All students are invited to participate. Students will select a focus area during their freshman year and complete four credits in one of the following focus areas: Art, Choral Music, Instrumental Music, Journalism, or Theatre. Students who wish to graduate with the Creative and Performing Arts Academy distinction must fulfill the following program requirements. ACADEMY REQUIREMENTS MCPS graduation requirements Four credits of coursework in Academy focus area: Art, Choral Music, Instrumental Music, Journalism or Theatre One additional credit in another Academy of Creating and Performing Arts focus area An approved summer or school year enrichment program Portfolio development and/or capstone production An internship experience recommended Maintain an unweighted 3.5 grade point average in Academy courses Students in the Academy of Creative and Performing Arts are encouraged and expected to challenge themselves in honors and Advanced Placement level classes. Students may indicate their interest in the Academy of Creative and Performing Arts to their counselor and submit an application for admission into the program to Ms. Barbara Blazer, Signature Program coordinator, during registration. For more information and an application, visit Churchill s website, www.churchillhs.org, under departments. 39