Reasons to Attend Northeast Range High School New state of the art technology center that will include computer labs, audio & visual broadcasting/ recording equipment, green screens and much more Newly remodeled chemistry, physics and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) labs Interactive white board technology in every classroom Certified Nursing Assistant lab Performance auditorium with state of the art lighting and sound systems Remodeled locker rooms, weight room and swimming pool Two art rooms Remodeled Home Economics kitchen labs Updated biology lab Seven industrial arts education labs Mechanics, Masonry, Woods, Metals, Construction Welding, Lecture Facility College level graphics arts computer lab Band instrumental lessons offered Spanish I, II & III available College classes offered through ALI Graphic Arts Industrial Maintenance, Drafting/Blueprints, Mechanics, Masonry/Carpentry, Intro to Computers, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Certified Nursing Assistant College classes offered through CEP College Writing I & II, History, Algebra, Trigonometry, Public Speaking, Novels, Biology, Environmental Science, Psychology, Sociology, Government, Economics Be part of a new school that merges the BEST Home of the Nighthawks Northeast Range High School 2011 2012 Course Registration Catalog
Northeast Range High School Home of the Nighthawks Dear Parents, Guardians, and Students: Welcome to an exciting opportunity to become part of creating your own future by enrolling and registering at Northeast Range High School! At Northeast Range you will find a diverse selection of highinterest electives as well as challenging core courses by which to develop your own path to future success. We are determined to assist you not only in mastering the standards necessary to graduate from high school but also in developing a Personalized Learning Plan through which to pursue your passion for that which interests you most. At Northeast Range we have the facilities, programming, and staff necessary to provide a personalized learning experience aimed at preparing you for success in a future career that matches your interests, aptitude, and personal goals. Take the time to look over the variety of high-interest courses we offer that could set you on the path to fulfilling your career goals and dreams. There is no better time than the present to begin taking the steps necessary to create your own successful future! We welcome and encourage you to register and enroll at Northeast Range High School where your future is in your hands! Respectfully, Gary Friedlieb Principal ISD # 2142 Graduation Requirements Grades 9-12 ---------- 4 English Credits 4 Social Studies Credits 3 Mathematics Credits 3 Science Credits 1 Physical Education Credit ½ Health Credit 1 Fine Arts Credit 7 Elective Credits Total of 24 Credits 4 Year College Bound Students ---------- 4 English Credits 4 Social Studies Credits 4 Mathematics Credits 4 Science Credits (a minimum of 2 lab sciences) 2 Foreign Language Credits 1 Physical Education Credit ½ Health Credit 1 Fine Arts Credit 3 Elective Credits Total of 24 Credits
Personal Learning Plans Each student at Northeast Range High School will have a Personal Learning Plan (PLP). A student s PLP will provide the format for students, parents and teachers to develop specific goals for each student in the areas of academics, behavior, attendance and life/career readiness. The PLP will also provide the means for communication between students, parents and teachers. Advisory Groups Each student at Northeast Range High School will be assigned to an Advisory Group. Advisory Groups will meet each Wednesday. A small group of students will be assigned to a faculty member and will provide individual support to students. The advisor will also be the case manager of their students PLP. Tutoring on Flex Wednesday Math instructors will provide remedial math instruction on Wednesdays though individual tutoring and small group instruction. English and Social Studies teachers will provide remedial reading/writing tutoring and small group instruction on Wednesdays as well. Participation in tutoring and small group instruction will be based on the goals in the PLP and MCA assessment data. Tutoring and small group remediation will be available grades 7 12. Complete course descriptions are available in the B-E & T-S high school offices and on each school s website. www.isd2142.k12.mn.us Math English 7 th & 8 th Grade Curriculum Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday - 6 classes Pre Algebra (7 th grade) Algebra I (8 th grade) Math Fundamentals (7 th & 8 th grades) Language Arts 7/8 Social Studies American History World History Science & Computer Applications Life Science Earth Science Physical Education & FACS or Health Elective Junior High Band (alternating days) Junior High Choir (alternating days) STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) FLEX WEDNESDAY Students will participate in an integrated science program that includes a rotation of science lab, art class and industrial arts lab each Wednesday. Topics will relate to earth and life sciences.
Math English 9 th & 10 th Grade Curriculum Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday - 6 classes Geometry (9 th grade) Algebra Topics (9 th & 10 th grades) Geometry Topics (9 th & 10 th grades) Algebra II (10 th grade) Language Arts 9/10 Social Studies Science World Geography World History Physical Science (9 th grade) Biology (10 th grade) Human/ Environmental Biology (10 th grade) Physical Education & Health or Art Electives Choose from elective course offerings FLEX WEDNESDAY Choose one from Flex Wednesday Course Offerings Art Electives Drawing & Painting Glass & Silk/Acrylic Painting Textiles & Print Making Photography & Web Design Ceramics & Sculpture Photography & Print Communications I & II (ALI -- college credit) Industrial Arts Electives Introduction to Industrial Arts Mechanics & Electricity Cold Metals & Hot Metals Woods I & II Real Life Encounters Industrial Maintenance (ALI college credit) Two hour block Introduction to Computers (ALI college credit) Math Electives College Algebra & College Trig Calculus Applied Math
Physical Education Electives Team/Individual Sports Life Sports Foreign Language Electives Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Music Electives Senior High Choir Senior High Band English Electives Adventures in Communication & Journalism Monsters, Myths & Mysteries/Best Sellers to the Big Screen Creative Writing & Poetry/Writing Skills for Life Science Electives Chemistry or Applied Chemistry Physics College Biology/ College Environmental Science Human Anatomy/Medical Terminolgy STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) Social Studies Electives Psychology/Sociology 11 th & 12 th Grade Curriculum Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday - 6 classes Math English Advanced Algebra Topics Statistics/Probability & Algebra III or Math Elective Language Arts 11/12 College Writing I & II (CEP) College Public Speaking/Intro to Novels (CEP) Social Studies Science Electives Economics/American Government American History College American History (CEP) College Economics/American Government (CEP) College Psychology/Sociology (CEP) Select from science electives Choose from elective course offerings FLEX WEDNESDAY Choose one from Flex Wednesday course offerings
Flex Wednesday Grades 9-12 (pick one) Introduction to Dramatic Arts Drama, Comedy, Music, Set Design, Costuming, Make-up & Dance Forestry & Natural Resources ALI College Credit -- Forest Field Skills & Mammal Tracking Sports Communications & Management Communication of Coaching, Anatomy & Management of Sports Injuries, Sports Casting/Writing, Front Office, Agents STEM & Projects (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) A wide variety of FUN hands-on projects something for every interest and ability Mock Trial & Mock Congress/ Life & Career Exploration Conduct Civil and Criminal Trials & Write Bills and See the Bills through the Legislative Process Foreign & Gourmet Foods/Sewing, Knitting & Quilting Plan, Prepare & Enjoy Meals from the Far Corners of the World & Explore Your Crafty Side The Business of being a Musician/Music Technology Learn & discuss how the music industry can provide you a career & use computer software to record, edit and write music Electro Mechanical Welding Basic Arc & Oxy-acetylene Welding Forensic Science Flex Wednesday Grades 9-12 (pick one) Blood typing, hair/fiber analysis, trace evidence and basic crime scene investigation Health Careers/Certified Nursing Assistant ALI College Credit -- Medical Terminology, Basic Anatomy & Physiology, CNA certification is a prerequisite for nursing Destination Imagination Creative Problem Solving in a team of seven where there are no right or wrong answers just problems & solutions! The Business of Being an Artist Artist Statements, Portfolio Development, Marketing Manufacturing Technologies Market analysis, product development, manufacturing, marketing and sales with products selected by the class Construction Trades ALI College Credit -- Masonry, Framing, Basic Plumbing & Electrical Historical Topics/ Current Global Issues Has a time in history caught your attention? We will explore your interests through lectures, films, research and historiography Jazz Band & Percussion (drum) Ensemble/Make & Play your own Folk Instruments Play your music in an ensemble setting