School Grades Course
FHS 9
9 ESL for Newcomers
178NZ - 5 Credits
9-11
9-11 ESL Reading Lab
9-11 179NZ - 5 Credits
9-12
10-12 Language Arts Literacy/ ESL 1Z
11-12 171TZ - 10 Credits
11-12
Credits Language Arts Literacy/ ESL 2Z
172TZ - 10 Credits
Language Arts Literacy/ ESL 3Z
173TZ - 10 Credits
Language Arts Literacy/ ESL 4Z
174TZ - 10 Credits
Intermediate ESL
175NZ - 5 Credits
American Literature for ESL
180NZ - 5 Credits
World Literature for ESL
189NZ - 5 Credits
5-10
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BILINGUAL/ESL Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Course Name 5
English as a Second 178NZ 9 Full Year
ESL for Newcomers Language (ESL)
Prerequisites MIC English Language Assessment with an English Proficiency below Level
District Approved
Edge/Foundations, National Geographic, 2014
Textbook:
Description This course is designed for English Language Learners who recently arrived in this country. It provides
opportunities for students who use different alphabet systems to become acquainted with the English system. It
helps students acquire survival skills, learn basic skills and provides an orientation to school life in the USA. This
one marking period course will cover all areas addressed by the five-credit course. The five-credit course requires
more in-depth study and more comprehensive projects related to the topics and skills covered.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
ESL Reading Lab
English as a Second 179NZ 9 Full Year 5
Prerequisites Language (ESL)
District Approved ESL for Newcomers
Textbook: Note: To be given as the second semester course for the entering ninth graders who satisfactory finished the ESL
for Newcomers .
Edge/Foundations, National Geographic, 2014. Reading materials and resources in various genres compiled by the
Curriculum Committee.
Description This is a highly individualized reading course for English Language Learners whose native language is Spanish
and who has not passed the reading or writing section of the NJSLA. Vocabulary skills, reading comprehension,
reference and study skills are taught using graded materials to accommodate the increasing reading profile of each
student. The teacher will select these areas based on the student's performance in the high school graduation test or
other reading assessment instrument.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
9-12 Full Year 10
Language Arts English as a Second 171TZ
Literacy 1 /ESL 1Z Language (ESL)
Prerequisites MIC English Language Assessment
District Approved Edge, National Geographic, 2014
Textbook:
The English / ESL 1Z course has been designed for the newly arrived English Language Learners (ELLs) who
Description speak little English. The course provides developmental English instruction and supplemental English activities
that will enable students to communicate in English in the interpersonal, interpretive and presentational modes.
This course teaches students reading comprehension skills needed to understand narrative, informational,
persuasive/argumentative and everyday workplace text that are part of the high school graduation test. In order to
help the students pass the NJSLA, teachers use various instructional techniques such as demonstrations, group
discussions, and projects. ESL strategies, the writing process, and study skills are taught in the class using ESL
methodology. Students will learn survival cross-cultural skills to become productive members of our society.
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Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Language Arts Full Year 10
Literacy 2 /ESL 2Z English as a Second 172TZ 9-12
Prerequisites Language (ESL)
District Approved
English Language Placement Test ESL 1Z
Textbook:
Description Edge, National Geographic, 2014
Course Name The English/ESL 2Z course addresses the communication needs of the English Language Learners (ELLs) at an
Language Arts early production level of English proficiency. This course will also teach students the reading comprehension
Literacy 3 /ESL 3Z skills needed to understand narrative, informational, persuasive/argumentative and everyday workplace text which
Prerequisites are part of the high school graduation test. The students will understand and use more complex vocabulary and
District Approved grammatical structures in meaningful activities that will enable them to communicate in English in the
interpersonal, interpretive and presentational modes. ESL reading strategies, the writing process and public
Textbook: speaking skills are emphasized. This course also helps students acquire study, organizational and testing skills. In
Description addition to group discussions, oral presentations and projects, students will view video recordings, listen to tapes,
and use the Internet to access information. Emphasis is given to the learning of the English language in context
Course Name and across content areas. Textbooks include authentic literacy works.
Language Arts
Literacy 4 /ESL 4Z Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Prerequisites
District Approved English as a Second 173TZ 9-12 Full Year 10
Language (ESL)
Textbook:
Description English Language Placement Test ESL 2Z
Edge, National Geographic, 2014
The English/ESL 3Z course is designed for English Language Learners who possess a moderate degree of
proficiency with the English language. In this course, students will understand and use more complex vocabulary
and grammatical structures within the context of developmental English instruction and supplemental activities
that will enable them to communicate in English in the interpersonal, interpretive and presentational modes. This
course strengthens students’ reading comprehension skills needed to understand the texts included in the NJSLA.
ESL reading strategies, the writing process, and public speaking skills are explicitly taught and discussed in class.
In addition to group discussions, oral presentations, and projects, students will view video recordings, listen to
tapes, and use the Internet to access information. Emphasis is given to the learning of the new language in context.
Textbooks include authentic and multicultural literary selections and works from other content areas.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
English as a Second 174TZ 9-12 Full Year 10
Language (ESL)
English Language Placement Test ESL 3Z
Edge, National Geographic, 2014
British Literature, McDougall Littell, 2012
The English /ESL 4Z is designed for English Language Learners who have demonstrated proficiency in English in
the areas of listening comprehension and oral production but who need to develop their academic English to
function in monolingual classes. Students will understand and use more complex vocabulary and grammatical
structures within the context of developmental English instruction and supplemental activities that will enable
them to communicate in English in the interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational modes. This course will
continue to teach students the reading comprehension skills needed to understand narrative, informational,
persuasive/argumentative and everyday workplace text which are part of the required high school graduation
required text. ESL reading strategies, literary works, the writing process, and advanced public speaking skills are
explicitly taught and discussed in class. In addition to authentic literature readings, group discussions, projects,
and oral presentations, students view video recordings, listen to tapes and use the Internet for projects. Students
strengthen their communication skills by researching information on social issues, careers and content area topics.
This course fulfills one of the four JCPS required courses for Language Arts Literacy and English 4.
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Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Intermediate ESL 10-12 Full Year 5
English as a Second 175NZ
Prerequisites Language (ESL)
District Approved
None
Textbook:
Description Edge, National Geographic, 2014
Course Name This Intermediate ESL course addresses the communication needs of ELLs at an early production level of English
American Literature proficiency. Students will understand and learn to use complex vocabulary and grammatical structures within the
context of developmental English instruction, supplemental activities that enable students to communicate in
for ESL English in the interpersonal, interpretive and presentational modes will be provided.
Prerequisites
District Approved Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Textbook: English as a Second 180NZ 11-12 Full Year 5
Description Language (ESL)
Course Name ESL 2Z with an average of 80%
World Literature for
No Fear Shakespeare Graphic Novels (Various titles), Holt McDougal, 2012
ESL
Prerequisites This course aims to expose ELL’s to masterpieces of American Literature. Students will read, analyze and interpret
District Approved major themes and American texts in Early American Literature, Romanticism, Transcendentalism and Modern
Times. Through the study of fiction, short story, novel, drama and poetry the course emphasizes development
Textbook: skills in the areas of reading, composition, oral communication, and research.
Description
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
English as a Second 189NZ 11-12 Full Year 5
Language (ESL)
ESL 2Z with an average of 80%
No Fear Shakespeare Graphic Novels (Various titles), Holt McDougal, 2012
World Literature is a survey of literature from around the world designed to support a multicultural curriculum.
As students read and analyze works by authors from diverse ethnic backgrounds, they discover that universal
emotions and behaviors are the common threads that tie the multicultural curriculum of World Literature together.
Through the study of fiction and nonfiction, short story, novel, drama and poetry the course emphasizes
development skills in the areas of reading, composition, oral communication, and research.
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English Language Arts 20
20
Required English Language Arts Credits for Graduation
25
English Language Arts Credits
Credits Required for Graduation/Attainment of NJ HS Diploma
Credits Required for Graduation/Attainment of JCPS HS Diploma (DHS, FHS, Lib HS,
Innovation, SHS, LHS)
Credits Required for Graduation/Attainment of JCPS HS Diploma (MAHS, Infinity
Institute)
Required English Language Arts Course Sequence
Grade General* Honors* Bilingual/ESL** Grade 8 Advance
Placement*
English English Language Arts 1H English Language Arts/ESL1 Creative & Critical Writing
Language Arts 1 111NH-5 Credits 171TZ-10 Credits 120N-5 Credits
or
9 111N-5 Credits
Summit Learning at
Henry Snyder High
School
111SL-5 Credits
English English Language Arts 2H English Language Arts/ ESL2 English Language Arts 2H
Language Arts 2 112NH-5 Credits 172TZ-10 Credits 112NH-5 Credits
112N-5 Credits
10 APSeminar/ AP Seminar/
Capstone Program Capstone Program
116NAP-5 Credits 116NAP-5 Credits
English Language English Language Arts 3H English Language Arts/ ESL3 English Language Arts 3H
Arts 3 113NH-5 Credits 173TZ-10 Credits 113H-5 Credits
113N-5 Credits
11
AP Language and AP Language and
Composition Composition
113NAP-5 Credits 113NAP-5 Credits
English English Language Arts 4H English Language Arts/ ESL4 English Language Arts 4H
Language Arts 4 114NH-5 Credits 174TZ-10 Credits 114NH-5 Credits
114N-5 Credits
12
AP Literature and AP Literature and
Composition Composition
114NAP-5 Credits 114NAP-5 Credits
Total Credits 20 20 25-40 20
Reminder/ *Add electives based on grade level
Requirement **ELL/Bilingual specific- Students must have 4 consecutive years of language arts courses, with a range from 25-40
credits.
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English Language Arts Electives Recommended Sequence
Grades General Electives
9-12
10-11 Creative and Critical Writing
9-12 120N-5 Credits
9-12
9-12 SAT Prep
9-12 192S-2.5 Credits
9-12
Applied Journalism, Newspaper and Technology
Credits 184N-5 Credits
African American Literature
185N-5 Credits
World Literature
189N-5 Credits
Shakespeare’s Major Works
188N-5 Credits
Mythology
198N-5 Credits
5
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The table below outlines the mandatory criteria for admission to an AP Humanities course for the 2020-2021 school year.
District Criteria for Placement in an AP Humanities course
DATA benchmark:
STEP 1 - Evaluate the student’s PSAT score:
The Evidence-Based Reading and Writing score of at least (480)500 is the first indicator that the course is a good fit.
STEP 2- If a student is slightly less than a PSAT score of 500, check the student’s NJSLA scores.
750 or above for the NJSLA score in language arts.
STEP 3- If both NJSLA scores and PSAT scores are 480- 500 and the NJSLA score is 725-750 than the benchmark, but the student interest
level is still high and the student meets the grade requirement, you can place the student in the course provided the scheduling V.P has a
conference with the child to outline expectations. Student progress must be closely monitored by the scheduling VP, school counselor and
the teacher throughout the year providing support. A plan for support should be outlined.
STEP 4- A grade requirement is mandatory for placement in an AP course. A student going from a general ed class to an AP class must
have an 85 or above in the previous course. A student moving from an honors course to an AP course must have an 80 or above in the
previous course.
The table below outlines the criteria for admission to Grade 9 Language Arts Honors placement for the 2020-2021 school year.
(Revised on March 4)
District Criteria for Placement for Grade 9 Honors Language Arts
Please use the following rubric to place students in Grade 9th grade Honors Language Arts. Please make sure that students meet 2 out of
the 4 criteria points.
Criterion 1 - Evaluate the student’s PSAT score:
The Evidence-Based Reading and Writing score of at least 390 for an eighth grader entering 9th grade, is the first indicator that the Grade 9
Honors Language Arts course may be a good fit.
Criterion 2- If a student has successfully been taking Springboard in Middle School for an accelerated course, this student may be a good fit
for Grade 9 Honors Language Arts placement.
Criterion 3- If a student has an NJSLA score of a 720 on their NJSLA 7th grade language arts test, this student may be a good fit for a
Grade 9 Honors Language Arts placement.
Criterion 4-. If an eighth grader entering a ninth grade honors placement has a grade of 83 or above as a final Language Arts grade in 8th
grade, this 8th grade student may be a good fit for a Grade 9 Honors Language Arts placement. *Student progress must be closely
monitored by the scheduling VP, school counselor and the teacher throughout the year providing support if the students data points are
slightly less than meeting the criteria. A plan for support should be outlined.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
English Language Teacher of English 111N 9 Full Year 5
Arts 1
Prerequisites None
District Approved Literature, Holt McDougal Grade 9
Textbook:
Description Using an integrated, inquiry-based approach to the study of language and literature, English Language
Arts 1 focuses on developing sound strategies in the language arts. Through active engagement with text
and rich instructional opportunities, students will develop the content and process skills needed to become
critical thinkers and decision makers.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
English Language Teacher of English 111SL 9 Full Year 5
Arts 1
Summit Learning
(SHS)
Prerequisites None
District Approved Sumit Online Platform
Textbook:
Description Using an integrated, inquiry-based approach to the study of language and literature, English Language
Arts 1 focuses on developing sound strategies in the language arts. Through active engagement with text
and rich instructional opportunities, students will develop the content and process skills needed to become
critical thinkers and decision makers.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
English Language Teacher of English 111NH 9 Full Year 5
Arts 1H
Prerequisites None
District Approved Literature, Holt McDougal
Textbook: English 1 Honors takes a rigorously focused, inquiry-based approach to the study of language and
Description literature. It is targeted for a select group of students who have demonstrated above average ability in
reading and writing. The course focuses on developing the student’s critical literacy skills. Through active
Course Name engagement with text and rich instructional opportunities, students will develop the content and process
Language Arts skills needed to become critical thinkers and decision makers.
Literacy 1 /ESL 1Z
Prerequisites Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
District Approved
English as a Second 171TZ 9-12 Full Year 10
Textbook: Language (ESL)
MIC English Language Assessment
Edge, National Geographic, 2014
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Description The English / ESL 1Z course has been designed for the newly arrived English Language Learners (ELLs) who
speak little English. The course provides developmental English instruction and supplemental English activities
Course Name that will enable students to communicate in English in the interpersonal, interpretive and presentational modes.
English Language This course teaches students reading comprehension skills needed to understand narrative, informational,
persuasive/argumentative and everyday workplace text that are part of the high school graduation test. In order to
Arts 2 help the students pass the PARCC, teachers use various instructional techniques such as demonstrations, group
Prerequisites discussions, and projects. ESL strategies, the writing process, and study skills are taught in the class using ESL
District Approved methodology. Students will learn survival cross-cultural skills to become productive members of our society.
Textbook: Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Description
Teacher of English 112N 10 Full Year 5
Course Name
English Language English Language Arts 1
Literature, Holt McDougal Grade 10
Arts 2H
ELA 2 is a structured course designed to interrelate and integrate literature and composition. Emphasis is on
the organization of composition, integration of vocabulary, oral communications, and library research skills.
Through the reading of short stories, novels, drama, poetry, essays, and non-fiction selections, students will
become aware of the relevance of literature and the commonality of human values and concerns. This course
emphasizes analysis of literary works and will address academic support within the context of the course
work.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Teacher of English 112NH 10 Full Year 5
Prerequisites English Language Arts 1
District Approved Literature, Holt McDougal
Textbook: ELA 2 Honors is a structured course designed to interrelate and integrate literature and composition. It is
Description targeted for a select group of students who have demonstrated above average ability in reading and writing.
This course focuses on detailed analysis of literary works, but will address, as needed, academic support within
Course Name the context of the course work. Emphasis is on the organization of composition, integration of vocabulary, oral
Language Arts communication, and library research skills.
Literacy 2 /ESL 2Z
Prerequisites Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
District Approved
English as a Second 172TZ 9-12 Full Year 10
Textbook: Language (ESL)
Description
English Language Placement Test ESL 1Z
Edge, National Geographic, 2014
The English/ESL 2Z course addresses the communication needs of the English Language Learners (ELLs) at an
early production level of English proficiency. This course will also teach students the reading comprehension
skills needed to understand narrative, informational, persuasive/argumentative and everyday workplace text which
are part of the high school graduation test. The students will understand and use more complex vocabulary and
grammatical structures in meaningful activities that will enable them to communicate in English in the
interpersonal, interpretive and presentational modes. ESL reading strategies, the writing process and public
speaking skills are emphasized. This course also helps students acquire study, organizational and testing skills. In
addition to group discussions, oral presentations and projects, students will view video recordings, listen to tapes,
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and use the Internet to access information. Emphasis is given to the learning of the English language in context
and across content areas. Textbooks include authentic literacy works.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
AP Seminar/
Capstone Program Teacher of English 116NAP 10 Full Year 5
Prerequisites
District Approved English Language Arts 1 and Humanities Criteria
Textbook: AP Classroom
Description
AP Seminar is a foundational course that engages students in cross-curricular conversations that explore the
Course Name complexities of academic and real-world topics and issues by analyzing divergent perspectives. Students learn to
English Language investigate a problem or issue, analyze arguments, compare different perspectives, synthesize information from
multiple sources, and work alone and in a group to communicate their ideas.
Arts 3
Prerequisites Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
District Approved
Teacher of English 113N 11 Full Year 5
Textbook:
Description English Language Arts 1, 2
Holt McDougal, Grade 11 American Literature
English Language
Arts 3H Using American literature as the point of departure, teachers of English Language Arts 3 emphasize the skills
necessary for a student to understand the historic past of the nation and prepare for development of ideas and
values for the future. Library research, reading of novels, short stories, poetry and dramas, together with
directed study of periodicals, will be the instruments through which these skills will be reached. This course
focuses on developing the New Jersey Student Learning Standards for English Language Arts: reading, writing,
speaking, listening and media literacy as well as the Technological Literacy Standards as they apply to
Language Arts.
Teacher of English 113NH 11 Full Year 5
Prerequisites English Language Arts 1, 2
District Approved Holt McDougal, Grade 11 American Literature
Textbook: English 3 Honors is a course designed for a select group of students who have demonstrated abilities in
Description grammar, reading composition and literary aptitude, which are above grade level. Exposure to literature,
development of writing skills, and proficiency in expression are emphasized as well as independent projects.
Course Name Using American literature as the point of departure, teachers of English 3 Honors emphasize the skills
Language Arts necessary for a student to understand the historic past of the nation and prepare for the development of ideals
Literacy 3 /ESL 3Z and values for the future.
Prerequisites
District Approved Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Textbook: English as a Second 173TZ 9-12 Full Year 10
Language (ESL)
English Language Placement Test ESL 2Z
Edge, National Geographic, 2014
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Description The English/ESL 3Z course is designed for English Language Learners who possess a moderate degree of
proficiency with the English language. In this course, students will understand and use more complex vocabulary
Course Name and grammatical structures within the context of developmental English instruction and supplemental activities
AP Language and that will enable them to communicate in English in the interpersonal, interpretive and presentational modes. This
course strengthens students’ reading comprehension skills needed to understand the texts included in the NJSLA.
Composition ESL reading strategies, the writing process, and public speaking skills are explicitly taught and discussed in class.
In addition to group discussions, oral presentations, and projects, students will view video recordings, listen to
tapes, and use the Internet to access information. Emphasis is given to the learning of the new language in context.
Textbooks include authentic and multicultural literary selections and works from other content areas.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Teacher of English 113NAP 11 Full Year 5
Prerequisites English Language Arts 1, 2 and Humanities Criteria
District Approved The Language of Composition, Bedford/ST. Martin’s, 2018
Textbook: English Language and Composition Advanced Placement is designed for a select group of students who have
Description demonstrated strong writing skills and wish to continue improving those skills. This course is an introductory
college-level composition course. Students cultivate their understanding of writing and rhetorical arguments
Course Name through reading, analyzing, and writing texts as they explore topics like rhetorical situation, claims and
English Language evidence, reasoning and organization, and style. An emphasis on American Literature is embedded within the
fiction and nonfiction genres for this course.
Arts 4
Prerequisites Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
District Approved
Teacher of English 114N 12 Full Year 5
Textbook:
Description English Language Arts 1, 2 , 3
Holt McDougal, Grade 12 British Literature
Course Name
English Language Arts 4: British Literature is the final course required in the English Language Arts 4, high
school sequence. In this five-credit course, students will become adept at analyzing literature and using
elements of the writer’s craft to refine written, oral, and visual representations in response to British
literature. British literature encompasses a vast history of writing that documents changes in the English
language and culture. Within its extensive history, students will read, respond to, and recreate a wide body of
literature from its beginnings with the Anglo-Saxons to the present. Students will engage in readings,
writings, and discussions that will provoke a deeper appreciation of English Language Arts. Having studied
American Literature the previous year, students will continue to develop their understanding of literature
within a thematic, historical, and cultural context as well as their understanding of language and the writing
process.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
English Language Arts Teacher of English 114NH 12 Full Year 5
4H
Prerequisites English Language Arts 1, 2, 3
Holt McDougal, Grade 12 British Literature
District Approved
Textbook:
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Description English Language Arts 4 Honors takes a rigorously focused, inquiry-based approach to the study of language
and literature. It is targeted for a select group of students who have demonstrated above average ability in
Course Name reading and writing. Using primarily British literature as the base, teachers of 4 Honors emphasize the
Language Arts development of upper level skills of thinking and communicating. When necessary, the teachers provide
Literacy 4 /ESL 4Z academic support through the literature and writing program. The students will read and comprehend a variety
Prerequisites of literature, improve and enjoy the writing process, apply these writing skills in a variety of written activities,
District Approved and practice listening, speaking and viewing skills.
Textbook: Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Description
English as a Second 174TZ 9-12 Full Year 10
Course Name Language (ESL)
AP Literature and
English Language Placement Test ESL 3Z
Composition
Edge, National Geographic, 2014 British Literature, McDougall Littell, 2012
The English /ESL 4Z is designed for English Language Learners who have demonstrated proficiency in English in
the areas of listening comprehension and oral production but who need to develop their academic English to
function in monolingual classes. Students will understand and use more complex vocabulary and grammatical
structures within the context of developmental English instruction and supplemental activities that will enable
them to communicate in English in the interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational modes. This course will
continue to teach students the reading comprehension skills needed to understand narrative, informational,
persuasive/argumentative and everyday workplace text which are part of the required high school graduation
required text. ESL reading strategies, literary works, the writing process, and advanced public speaking skills are
explicitly taught and discussed in class. In addition to authentic literature readings, group discussions, projects,
and oral presentations, students view video recordings, listen to tapes and use the Internet for projects. Students
strengthen their communication skills by researching information on social issues, careers and content area topics.
This course fulfills one of the four JCPS required courses for Language Arts Literacy and English 4.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Teacher of English 114AP 12 Full Year 5
Prerequisites English Language Arts 1, 2, 3 and Humanities Criteria
District Approved Literature and Composition, Bedford/St. Martin, 2011 and Reading, Thinking, and Writing, Bedford/St. Martin,
Textbook: 2014
Description AP English Literature and Composition is an introductory college-level literary analysis course. Students
cultivate their understanding of literature through reading and analyzing texts as they explore concepts like
character, setting, structure, perspective, figurative language, and literary analysis in the context of literary
works. This course is a rigorously paced, intellectually challenging course that concentrates on the individual
student’s ability to comprehend and connect the historic, social, philosophical, and cultural relevance of works
of literary merit. Through critical reading, thematic analysis, and vigorous classroom discussion and debate, the
student will develop insight into the dynamics of our world and her/his own life. Through evaluation of literary
devices, exploration of characterization, and other academic techniques, the student will develop an
appreciation for an author’s talent in using language to convey vital observations, conclusions, and concepts.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Creative and Critical Teacher of English 120N 9-12 Full Year 5
Writing
Prerequisites None
District Approved Don't Forget to Write, Jossey-Bass, 2011 and The Art of Styling Sentences, Barron's Educational Series, 2012
Textbook:
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Description Creative Writing is a course for a select group of students who like to write, have demonstrated strong writing
skills, want to improve their skills, and understand that the only way to learn to write is to write, and write often. It
is a writing-intensive approach to improving written communication skills and discovering creative writing talents.
The rules of grammar and structure are reviewed and stressed. The techniques of writing are practiced, and the
writing process is repeated, and repeated and repeated. Students enrolled in this class write multiple drafts of short
stories and poetry, as well as reflective pieces where they consider their improvement, accomplishments, and
future goals for their writing. Creative and Critical Writing teaches students the writing skills necessary for college
and career success, with a primary focus on grammar and composition. We will engage in many writing centered
activities in this class, which will require the practice of: organization of ideas, sentence and paragraph
construction, vocabulary building, audience recognition, and revision tactics. Students will build on these basic
skills by planning, writing, and revising essays, and experiencing writing as a multi-step process.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Applied Teacher of English 184N 9-12 Full Year 5
Journalism/Newspaper
& Technology
Prerequisites None
District Approved Journalism Matters, Glencoe, 2018
Textbook:
Description This 5 credit course is intended to introduce students to the basic forms of journalistic writing with a goal of
improving writing and critical thinking skills. Students will become an educator consumer of newspapers and the
media and will be prepared to apply learned skills in the school news outlet and/or yearbook. This course will
enhance Language Arts skills and students’ knowledge of research and reference materials. Consequently, the
course will promote news literacy and provide students of a depth analysis and creation of mass media.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
SAT Preparation Teacher of English 192S 10-11 Semester 2.5
Prerequisites None
District Approved District Approved Digital Platforms: Shmoop, Khan Academy, and College Board
Textbook:
Description The SAT Preparation curriculum is designed to prepare students in grades ten or eleven for the PSAT and SAT
exams by the College Board. The curriculum consists of units aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning
Standards in reading, writing and language. Embedded in the curriculum are links to navigate through the online
bank of resources across different district-supported platforms such as: Shmoop, Khan Academy and College
Board, containing online drills and activities aligned to the curriculum standards. The curriculum also offers
diagnostic and benchmark assessments with answer keys included in the appendix. Teachers may modify and
adjust as needed to tailor instruction to the specific needs of individual students.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
African American Teacher of English 185N 9-12 Full Year 5
Literature
Prerequisites None
District Approved African American Literature, Holt, Rinehart and Winston 2009; Novel Selections
Textbook:
Description African-American Literature is at once culturally specific to the Black experience and a major contributor to the
American literary tradition in its reflection of universal themes. The course engages students with works from
various written and oral genres, such as short stories, folktales, proverbs, poems, novels, plays, songs, speeches
and autobiographical accounts. Students will trace the development of African-American Literature from the roots
of the African oral tradition to the present day. Course objectives and activities focus on the literary, cultural,
historical, rhetorical, aesthetic and political dimensions in the curated group of texts.
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Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
World Literature Teacher of English 189N 9-12 Full Year 5
Prerequisites None
District Approved World Literature, McGraw Hill - Glencoe, 2004
Textbook:
Description World Literature is a survey of literature from around the world designed to support a multicultural curriculum. As
students read and analyze works by authors from diverse ethnic backgrounds, they discover that universal
emotions and behaviors are the common threads that tie the multicultural curriculum of World Literature together.
Through the study of fiction and nonfiction, short story, novel, drama and poetry the course emphasizes
development skills in the areas of reading, composition, oral communication, and research.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Mythology Teacher of English 198N 9-12 Full Year 5
Prerequisites None
District Approved Classical Mythology, Oxford Press, 2014
Textbook:
Description The purpose of the course is to engage students in the wealth of Western cultural and literary heritage through
immersion in texts from antiquity. Understanding canonical works forms the foundation for success in
interpreting and creating works within the Humanities. Using abundant technology, students will explore,
analyze and discuss the nature of myth and archetype, build a working literacy of key narratives and decode
classical allusions in other literary traditions in order to deepen their understanding of the human experience.
Students will practice oral storytelling techniques, write narrative and expository pieces and perform plays in
the Greek dramatic tradition.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Shakespeare’s Major Teacher of English 188N 9-12 Full Year 5
Works
Prerequisites None
District Approved Folger Library and No Fear Shakespeare (Various Works)
Textbook:
Description This English elective is designed to ensure a student’s intensive encounter with at least four of Shakespeare’s plays
(other than the four core English curriculum plays, Romeo and Juliet, Julius Caesar, Macbeth, and Hamlet) be
dynamic and engaging. Students will learn by doing in a student-centered classroom that stresses language and
performance as the essential elements for success. There will be continual stress on how to respond to
Shakespeare’s language—which is commonly perceived as a barrier but which can be a window to great poetic
beauty and power.
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Mathematics
Required Mathematics Credits for Graduation 15 Credits
Mathematics Credits 15 Credits
Credits Required for Graduation/Attainment of NJ HS Diploma 20-25 Credits
Credits Required for Graduation/Attainment of JCPS HS Diploma (DHS, FHS, Lib
HS,Innovation, SHS, LHS)--Students are recommended to take 20 credits.
Credits Required for Graduation/Attainment of JCPS HS Diploma (MAHS, Infinity)
Required Mathematics Course Sequence
Grade General Honors Bilingual/ESL Grade 8 Advance Placement*
Algebra I Algebra IH Algebra 1Z Geometry
411NH-5 Credits 411NZ-5 Credits 413N-5 Credits
411N-5 Credits
Geometry H
9 413NH-5 Credits
Algebra I
411T-10 Credits
Geometry Geometry H Geometry Z Algebra II/Trig H
413N-5 Credits 413NH-5 Credits 413NZ-5 Credits 447N-5 Credits
10
Algebra II/Precalculus
415T-10 Credits
11 Algebra II Algebra II/Trig H Algebra IIZ Precalculus
412N-5 Credits 447N-5 Credits 412NZ-5 Credits 419N-5 Credits
Algebra II/Precalculus Statistics
415T-10 Credits 422N-5 Credits
AP Computer Science A
430NAP - 5 Credits
AP Computer Science Principles
432NAP-5 Credits
AP Statistics
422NAP - 5 Credits
AP Statistics
422TAP-10 Credits
AP Calculus AB
420NAP-5 Credits
AP Calculus AB
420TAP-10 Credits
Calculus BC
421TAP-10 Credits
Total 20-25 20-25 20 25
Credits
Reminder Algebra II/Trig 10 Credit (412T) is available on special circumstances recommended by School Counselor and Scheduling VP
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Mathematics Electives Recommended Sequence
Grades General Electives
10
11 PSAT 10
417N-5 Credits
11-12
PSAT 10
Credits 417S- 2.5 Credits
SAT Mathematics
418N-5 Credits
SAT Mathematics
418S-2.5Credits
Precalculus
419N-5 Credits
Statistics
422N-5 Credits
Foundations of Mathematical Web Development
431N-5 credits
2.5-5
Grades Math Honors Electives
11-12
Credits AP Statistics
422NAP-5 Credits
AP Calculus AB
420NAP- 5 Credits
AP Calculus BC
421TAP- 10 Credits
AP Computer Science A
430TAP- 10 Credits
AP Computer Science Principles
432NAP- 5 Credits
5-10
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The table below outlines the mandatory criteria for admission to a AP Mathematics course for the 2019-2020 school year.
District Criteria for Placement in an AP Mathematics course
DATA benchmark
STEP 1 - A grade requirement is mandatory for placement in an AP course. A student going from a general ed class to an AP class
must have a 90 or above in the previous course. A student moving from an honors course to an AP course must have an 85 or above in the
previous course.
STEP 2 - Evaluate the student’s PSAT score:
The Mathematics score of 550-600 is the first indicator that the course is a good fit.
STEP 3- If a student is slightly less than a PSAT score of 550-600, check the student’s NJSLA scores. A score in Level 4 or Level 5 on
NJSLA in Mathematics is preferred. Level 3 is allowed if support check-ins are put in place by classroom teachers and building
administrators.
STEP 4- If both NJSLA scores and PSAT scores are 500 - 600 and the NJSLA score is in the lower range of Level 3, but the student
interest level is still high and the student meets the grade requirement, you can place the student in the course provided the scheduling V.P
has a conference with the child to outline expectations. Student progress must be closely monitored by the scheduling VP, school counselor
and the teacher throughout the year providing support.
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MATHEMATICS Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Course Name 9 Full Year 5
Algebra I Teacher of 411N
Prerequisites Mathematics
District Approved None
Textbook:
Description Algebra I , McDougal Littell, 2011
Course Name Algebra 1 is a requirement for all ninth grade students who did not take or were not successful at Algebra 1 at
Algebra I the 8th grade level. The course is designed to meet all the requirements for the Algebra 1 End-of-Course Exam in
content and scope. This course concentrates on building capacity in students to solve problems related to
Prerequisites Number Sense; simplify, factor, perform algebraic operations on polynomials as well as work with radical
District Approved expressions. Students are introduced into linear and non-linear relationships and models and their associated
equations. The course also deals with Data Analysis and Elementary Probability Theory and concentrates on
Textbook: real-life applications with problem solving as a continuing process. Technology forms an integral part of the
Description course and students are encouraged to use technology to investigate and verify findings. Additionally, the course
emphasizes and builds connections between Algebraic methods, other mathematics courses and other disciplines.
Course Name
Algebra I Honors Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Prerequisites Teacher of 411T 9 Full Year 10
District Approved Mathematics
Textbook: None
Description
Algebra I , McDougal Littell, 2011
Algebra 1 is a requirement for all ninth grade students who did not take or were not successful at Algebra 1 at
the 8th grade level. The course is designed to meet all the requirements for the Algebra 1 End-of-Course Exam in
content and scope. This course concentrates on building capacity in students to solve problems related to
Number Sense; simplify, factor, perform algebraic operations on polynomials as well as work with radical
expressions. Students are introduced into linear and non-linear relationships and models and their associated
equations. The course also deals with Data Analysis and Elementary Probability Theory and concentrates on
real-life applications with problem solving as a continuing process. Technology forms an integral part of the
course and students are encouraged to use technology to investigate and verify findings. Additionally, the course
emphasizes and builds connections between Algebraic methods, other mathematics courses and other disciplines.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Teacher of 411NH 9 Full Year 5
Mathematics
None
Algebra I , McDougal Littell, 2011
Algebra 1H is offered to the student who has demonstrated above average mathematical abilities and/or skills at
the 8th grade level. This course is more rigorous in content and scope and covers all the topics in Algebra 1.
Additional topics on exponential and radical functions, Matrix algebra and Determinants are included in the
content. It is designed to meet all the requirements for the Algebra 1 End-Of-course Exam and provides the
student with the necessary foundation to be successful in Algebra 2 H and other advanced math courses.
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Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Algebra IZ 411NZ 9 Full Year 5
Teacher of
Prerequisites Mathematics/
District Approved
Bilingual
Textbook: Certification
Description
None
Course Name
Geometry Algebra I , McDougal Littell, 2011
Prerequisites This course description is the same as that of Algebra I. This course however is taught by a certified bilingual
District Approved mathematics teacher.
Textbook: Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Description
Teacher of 413N 9-10 Full Year 5
Course Name Mathematics
Geometry H
Algebra I
Prerequisites
District Approved Geometry. McDougal Littell, 2011
Textbook: This course is offered to students who have successfully completed Algebra 1/Algebra 1H. The course focuses
Description on building a strong foundation in measurement, reasoning and application of geometric theorems and
postulates. The course stresses the learning of geometry through a hands-on inductive approach which is based
on investigation and discovery, problem solving, collaborative and cooperative learning and creativity. This
course aims at developing visualization and pictorial representation and emphasizes the application of geometric
ideas to questions about natural, physical and social phenomena. Skills necessary for deductive reasoning are
carefully developed throughout the course.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Teacher of 413NH 9-10 Full Year 5
Mathematics
Algebra I Honors
Geometry. McDougal Littell, 2011
This course is offered to students who have successfully completed Algebra 1 H and have displayed above
average mathematical abilities to apply concepts and theorems. It is a more rigorous course that covers the
content of Geometry and provides in depth investigations into all theorems and postulates. It allows the student
to bridge the three aspects of geometry: measuring, reasoning, and applying geometric ideas through
instructional concepts and strategies as well as interactive activities. This course will develop skills in
visualization as well as emphasize the application of geometric concepts related to natural, physical, and social
phenomena. Skills necessary for deductive reasoning are developed throughout the course.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Geometry Z 413NZ 10 Full Year 5
Teacher of
Prerequisites Mathematics/
Bilingual
Certification
Algebra IZ
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District Approved Geometry. McDougal Littell, 2011
Textbook:
Description This course description is the same as that of Geometry. This course however is taught by a certified bilingual
mathematics teacher.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Algebra II Teacher of 412N 10-11 Full Year 5
Mathematics
Prerequisites Algebra I
District Approved Algebra 2, McDougal Littell, 2011
Textbook:
Description This is a required course in mathematics and designed to build on concepts and skills covered in Algebra 1,
Geometry, and Trigonometry. The course is designed to meet all the requirements for the Algebra 2
End-of-Course Exam in content and scope. The object of the course is to expand the knowledge of students in
mathematics and provide them with a solid foundation for Precalculus and Calculus. Students will use the
technology of graphing calculators and computers to solve real life problems through critical thinking, modeling
and group activities. The course content involves performing operations with rational, irrational and complex
numbers, simplifying all types of algebraic expressions, finding solutions to systems of linear and quadratic
equations, simplification of radicals, roots and powers, exponential and logarithmic functions, operations with
polynomials, rational functions, sequences and series, and probability and statistics. This course addresses all
skills and concepts pertaining to the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards. It is designed to provide a
solid analytical and conceptual understanding of intermediate algebra with strong emphasis on trigonometry
concepts. The applications in the course support skills and contents built in algebra and trigonometry and employ
rigorous but appropriate use of technology. The course provides relationships and connections to Geometry,
Algebra and Calculus and affords the student the opportunity of seeing mathematics as a whole instead of
fragments. It is intended to generate a desire and awareness in students as to the use of mathematics in all fields
of human endeavor.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Algebra II/Trigonometry Teacher of 447N 10-11 Full Year 5
Honors Mathematics
Prerequisites Algebra I
District Approved Algebra 2, McDougal Littell, 2011, Trigonometry Jersey City Edition, © 2009 Pearson Education, Inc.
Textbook:
Description This is a required course in mathematics and designed to build on concepts and skills covered in Algebra 1.
Geometry and Trigonometry. The course is designed to meet all the requirements for the Algebra 2
End-of-Course Exam in content and scope. The object of the course is to expand the knowledge of students in
mathematics and provide them with a solid foundation for Pre-Calculus and Calculus. Students will use the
technology of graphing calculators and computers to solve real life problems through critical thinking, modeling
and group activities. The course content involves performing operations with rational, irrational and complex
numbers, simplifying all types of algebraic expressions, finding solutions to systems of linear and quadratic
equations, simplification of radicals, roots and powers, exponential and logarithmic functions, operations with
polynomials, rational functions, sequences and series, and probability and statistics. This course addresses all
skills and concepts pertaining to the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards. It is designed to provide a
solid analytical and conceptual understanding of intermediate algebra with strong emphasis on trigonometry
concepts. The applications in the course support skills and contents built in algebra and trigonometry and employ
rigorous but appropriate use of technology. The course provides relationships and connections to Geometry,
Algebra and Calculus and affords the student the opportunity of seeing mathematics as a whole instead of
fragments. It is intended to generate a desire and awareness in students as to the use of mathematics in all fields
of human endeavor.
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Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Algebra II/Precalculus
Teacher of 415TAP 10-11 Full Year 10 Credits
Prerequisites Mathematics
District Approved
Algebra I
Textbook:
Description Algebra 2, McDougal Littell, 2011, Trigonometry Jersey City Edition, © 2009 Pearson Education, Inc.
This is a required course in mathematics and designed to build on concepts and skills covered in Algebra
1.Geometry and Trigonometry. The course is designed to meet all the requirements for the Algebra 2
End-of-Course Exam in content and scope. The object of the course is to expand the knowledge of students in
mathematics and provide them with a solid foundation for Precalculus and Calculus. Students will use the
technology of graphing calculators and computers to solve real life problems through critical thinking, modeling
and group activities. The course content involves performing operations with rational, irrational and complex
numbers, simplifying all types of algebraic expressions, finding solutions to systems of linear and quadratic
equations, simplification of radicals, roots and powers, exponential and logarithmic functions, operations with
polynomials, rational functions, sequences and series, and probability and statistics. Precalculus is a course
offered to students who have successfully completed Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra 2. This course provides a
foundation for further studies in higher mathematics and is designed for those students who have a strong interest
in mathematics. The course acquaints the students with the basic structure of trigonometry, analytic geometry.
common logarithms, sequences, series, the theory of limits, functional analysis and graphs.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Precalculus Teacher of 419N 11-12 Full Year 5
Mathematics
Prerequisites Algebra II
District Pre-Calculus With Limits, Houghton Mifflin, 2007
ApprovedTextbook:
Pre-Calculus is a course offered to students who have successfully completed Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra
Description 2. This course provides a foundation for further studies in higher mathematics and is designed for those students
who have a strong interest in mathematics. The course acquaints the students with the basic structure of
trigonometry, analytic geometry, common logarithms, sequences, series, the theory of limits, functional analysis
and graphs.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Statistics Full Year 5
Teacher of 422N 11-12
Prerequisites Mathematics
District Approved
Algebra II
Textbook:
Description Understandable Statistics, Houghton Mifflin, 2008
This course is offered as an elective in mathematics to students who have successfully completed Algebra 2 and
Geometry. The content of the course will focus on descriptive statistics, probability and inferential statistics.
Topics covered will include: measures of central tendency, measures of dispersion, normal distribution, binomial
distribution, Z scores, graphic representation of data, union of events, and success of events, Bayer's Theorem,
central limit theorem, correlation, regression, and analysis of variance.
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Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Foundations of 431N 11-12 Full Year 5
Mathematical Web Teacher of
Development Mathematics
Prerequisites
District Approved Algebra I/IH, Geometry/H
Not Textbook Based
Textbook:
Description The purpose of this course is to provide students with an opportunity to develop the skills and concepts
addressed by the NJCCCS. While building a solid foundation in multimedia technology it is designed as an
Course Name introduction to the creation and maintenance of web pages and websites by using mathematical ideas, concepts
AP Statistics and skills to determine the area of webpages, number of lines for text and manipulation of pages. The course will
Prerequisites apply sequences, iterations, and mathematical logic in all presentations. The course will foster the development
District Approved of skills and project based experiences in planning and designing web pages. It will provide insights into the use
Textbook: of strategies and tools necessary to create websites for teaching and learning. Emphasis is on creating
Description standards-based websites to be created by web access technologies. Website management and utilization of
multimedia technology are integral parts of the course. This course provides a hands on instruction to the
Course Name extensible hyper-text markup language (xhtml) as well as introduce students to the basics of the dream weaver
AP Statistics mx web development application, which generates (x)html. Furthermore, this course is designed as a strong
pre-requisite for the new phase of internet communication.
(MAHS)
Prerequisites Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
District Approved
Teacher of 422TAP 11-12 Full Year 10
Textbook: Mathematics
Description
Algebra II
Course Name
AP Calculus AB Understandable Statistics, Houghton Mifflin, 2008
Prerequisites AP Statistics is an introductory college-level statistics course that introduces students to the major concepts and
tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students cultivate their understanding of
statistics using technology, investigations, problem solving, and writing as they explore concepts like variation
and distribution; patterns and uncertainty; and data-based predictions, decisions, and conclusions.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Teacher of 422NAP5 11-12 Full Year 5
Mathematics
Algebra II
Understandable Statistics, Houghton Mifflin, 2008
AP Statistics is an introductory college-level statistics course that introduces students to the major concepts and
tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students cultivate their understanding of
statistics using technology, investigations, problem solving, and writing as they explore concepts like variation
and distribution; patterns and uncertainty; and data-based predictions, decisions, and conclusions.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Teacher of 420TAP 11-12 Full Year 10
Mathematics
Precalculus
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District Approved District Approved Textbook: Calculus: Graphical, Numerical & Algebraic AP Edition, Prentice Hall, 2007
Textbook:
Description AP Calculus AB is an introductory college-level calculus course. Students cultivate their understanding of
differential and integral calculus through engaging with real-world problems represented graphically,
Course Name numerically, analytically, and verbally and using definitions and theorems to build arguments and justify
AP Calculus AB conclusions as they explore concepts like change, limits, and the analysis of functions.
Prerequisites Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
District Approved
Teacher of 420NAP 11-12 Full Year 5
Textbook: Mathematics
Description
Precalculus
Course Name
AP Calculus BC District Approved Textbook: Calculus: Graphical, Numerical & Algebraic AP Edition, Prentice Hall, 2007
Prerequisites AP Calculus AB is an introductory college-level calculus course. Students cultivate their understanding of
District differential and integral calculus through engaging with real-world problems represented graphically,
numerically, analytically, and verbally and using definitions and theorems to build arguments and justify
ApprovedTextbook: conclusions as they explore concepts like change, limits, and the analysis of functions.
Description
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Course Name
PSAT 10 Teacher of 421TAP 12 Full Year 10
Mathematics
Prerequisites
District Approved Precalculus
Textbook: District Approved Textbook: Calculus: Graphical, Numerical & Algebraic AP Edition, Prentice Hall, 2007
Description
AP Calculus BC is an extension of AP Calculus AB: the difference between them is scope, not level of difficulty.
AP Calculus AB includes techniques and applications of the derivative, the definite integral, and the
Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. It is equivalent to a semester of calculus at most colleges and universities.
AP Calculus BC includes all topics in AP Calculus AB, plus others such as parametric, polar, and vector
functions, and series. It is equivalent to one year of calculus at most colleges and universities.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Teacher of 417N 10 Half or Full Year 5
Mathematics
Algebra I
Not Textbook Based / College Board Materials
This course is designed to prepare students to take the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). The content of the
mathematics section will involve operations with integers, decimal, fractions and percents. Topics will also
include a review concept in algebra and geometry as well as test taking techniques.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
PSAT 10 417S 10 Half or Full Year 2.5
Teacher of
Prerequisites Mathematics
Algebra I
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District Approved Not Textbook Based / College Board Materials
Textbook:
Description This course is designed to prepare students to take the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). The content of the
mathematics section will involve operations with integers, decimal, fractions and percents. Topics will also
include a review concept in algebra and geometry as well as test taking techniques.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
SAT Teacher of 418N 11 Half or Full Year 5
Mathematics
Prerequisites Algebra I and Geometry
District Approved Not Textbook Based / College Board Materials
Textbook:
Description This course is an elective offered to 11th grade students. It is designed to prepare students to take the Scholastic
Aptitude Test (SAT). The content of the mathematics section will involve operations with integers, decimal,
fractions and percents. Topics will also include a review concept in algebra and geometry as well as test taking
techniques.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
SAT Teacher of 418S 11 Half or Full Year 2.5
Mathematics
Prerequisites Algebra I and Geometry
District Approved Not Textbook Based / College Board Materials
Textbook:
Description This course is an elective offered to 11th grade students. It is designed to prepare students to take the Scholastic
Aptitude Test (SAT). The content of the mathematics section will involve operations with integers, decimal,
fractions and percents. Topics will also include a review concept in algebra and geometry as well as test taking
techniques.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
AP Computer Science A Teacher of 430NAP 10-12 Full Year 5
Mathematics
Prerequisites Pre-Calculus
District Approved Absolute JAVA, Prentice Hall, 2006
Textbook:
Description AP Computer Science A is an introductory college-level computer science course. Students cultivate their
understanding of coding through analyzing, writing, and testing code as they explore concepts like modularity,
variables, and control structures.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
AP Computer Science Teacher of 432NAP 10-12 Full Year 5
Principles Mathematics
Prerequisites None
District Not Textbook Based
ApprovedTextbook:
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Description AP Computer Science Principles is an introductory college-level computing course that introduces students to
the breadth of the field of computer science. Students learn to design and evaluate solutions and to apply
Course Name computer science to solve problems through the development of algorithms and programs. They incorporate
Unmanned Aerial abstraction into programs and use data to discover new knowledge. Students also explain how computing
innovations and computing systems—including the internet—work, explore their potential impacts, and
Vehicle (UAV) contribute to a computing culture that is collaborative and ethical.
Technology
Prerequisites Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
District Approved Teacher of 424N 10-12 Full Year 5
Textbook: Mathematics
Description
None
Course Name Not Textbook Based
Intro to Computer
The course is designed to provide students with an interactive approach to applied science, technology,
Science engineering and mathematics. The course is project based and focuses on collaboration among team members to
Prerequisites accomplish a stated goal. The course includes safety/liability considerations and FAA/AMA regulations and
District Approved guidelines. It deals with the assembling of pencil and multi rotor drones, the design and printing of parts using
3-D printers, the setup and installation of cameras, the physics and mathematics behind the designing and flying
Textbook: of drones and operation of drones using simulators and in real time. Students will be introduced to the
Description Transmitter and Reception set-ups on multi rotor drones, and delve into "Ground Station'' monitoring of drones.
The course will involve computer programming and the setup of Fully Autonomous AutoPilot (APM) on multi
rotor drones. The students will acquire the skills to be successful in advanced college courses and/or related
careers.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
No specific 427N 10-12 Full Year 5
certification
required
None
Online materials from code.org
Introduction to Computer Science is an engaging course that explores a variety of basic computational thinking
and programming concepts through a project-based learning environment. Every unit culminates in a
comprehensive project and roughly 75% of student time is spent building projects and practicing the skills they
are learning. This course advocates a "hands-on" learning approach in which students' primary means of learning
is through discovery, experimentation, and application.
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Science
Required Science Credits for Graduation
Science Credits
Credits Required for Graduation/Attainment of NJ HS Diploma 15 credits
Biology and 2 Lab Sciences - choose 2 from the list
(Chemistry, Physics, or Environmental Science )
Credits Required for Graduation/Attainment of JCPS HS 15 credits
Diploma (DHS, FHS, Lib HS,Innovation, SHS, LHS) Biology, Chemistry
Physics or Environmental Science
Credits Required for Graduation/Attainment of JCPS HS 20 credits
Diploma (MAHS, Infinity Institute) Biology, Chemistry
Physics or Environmental Science
Plus 1 more lab course
Required Science Course Sequence
Grade General Honors Bilingual/ESL Grade 8 Advance
Placement*
Biology Biology NH Biology Biology H
511N-5 Credits 511NH-5 Credits 511NZ- 5 Credits
511NH- 5 Credits
Pre-AP Chemistry H Chemistry
9 Biology 514NH-5 Credits 514NZ-5 Credits Chemistry H
514NH- 5 Credits
(Innovation)
511 NPAP- 5 Credits
Biology
SUMMIT Learning (Snyder)
511NSL- 5 Credits
Physics
513N-5 Credits
Chemistry Environmental Science H **Physical Environmental Science H
514N- 5 Credits 515NH-5 Credits Science 515NH-5 Credits
10-12 516NZ- 5 Credits Physics H
513NH-5 Credits
Total Environmental Science Physics H Physics AP Environmental Science
Credits 515N- 5 Credits 513NH- 5 Credits 513NZ-5 Credits 515NAP-5 Credits
**Physical Science AP Environmental Science Environmental 15
516N- 5 Credits 515NAP-5 Credits Science
15 15 515TZ-10 Credits
15
Reminder Choose two from grade level 10-12.
** For special Needs (Departmentalized) / Bilingual Students only (Not an inclusion class.)
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Grade General Electives Honors Electives
9-12
Introduction to Research Forensic Science 1 H
530N- 5 Credits 534NH- 5 Credits
Science Fair Research 1 Forensic Science 2 H
525S -2.5 536NH- 5 Credits
Science Fair Research 1 AP Biology
525N- 5 Credits 511NAP- 5 Credits
Science Fair Research 2 AP Biology
526S- 2.5 Credits 511VAP7- 7 Credits
Science Fair Research 2 AP Chemistry
526N - 5 Credits 514NAP- 5 Credits
Science Fair Research 3 AP Chemistry
527S -2.5 514VAP7- 7 Credits
Science Fair Research 3 AP Physics 1
527N- 5 Credits 513NAP- 5 Credits
Independent Research 1 AP Physics 1
531S -2.5 513VAP7- 7 Credits
Independent Research 1 AP Physics C
531N- 5 Credits 513NAPC- 5 Credits
Independent Research AP Capstone: Research
2532S -2.5 535NAP- 5 Credits
Independent Research 2
532N- 5 Credits
Independent Research 3
533S -2.5
Independent Research 3
533N- 5 Credits
Forensic Science
534N- 5 Credits
Anatomy and Physiology
520N- 5 Credits
Science & Sustainability
550N- 5 Credits
Ecology
573N- 5 Credits
Astronomy
551N- 5 Credits
Bioethics
553N- 5 Credits
Earth Systems
555N- 5 Credits
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The table below outlines the mandatory criteria for admission to an AP Science course for the 2020-2021 school year.
District Criteria for Placement in an AP Science course
DATA benchmark:
STEP 1 - Evaluate the student’s PSAT score:
The Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW) and Math score of at least 500 or higher in both EBRW + Math is the first indicator that
the course is a good fit.
STEP 2- If a student is slightly less than a PSAT score of 500, check the student’s NJSLA scores.
750 or above for the NJSLA score in both Math and ELA
STEP 3- If both NJSLA scores and PSAT scores are 480- 500 and the NJSLA scores in ELA and Math are 725-750 than the benchmark,
but the student interest level is still high and the student meets the grade requirement, you can place the student in the course provided the
scheduling V.P has a conference with the child to outline expectations. Student progress must be closely monitored by the scheduling VP,
school counselor and the teacher throughout the year providing support. A plan for support should be outlined.
STEP 4- A grade requirement is mandatory for placement in an AP course. A student going from a general ed class to an AP class must
have an 85 or above in the prerequisite course. A student moving from an honors course to an AP course must have an 85 or above in the
prerequisite course.
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SCIENCE Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Course Name Full Year 5
Biology Biological Science 511N 9-12
Prerequisites
None
District Approved
Textbook: Glencoe Biology: McGraw-Hill Education, © 2017
Description
Biology is a one semester course for students who desire to learn about living things. The course consists of eleven
Course Name units covering basic biological and chemical principles, the study of the cell, continuity and change, and ecology.
Biology Honors A survey is made of all the major phyla of life forms from viruses to humans. Investigations are an integral
Prerequisites component of the course.
District Approved
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Textbook:
Description Biological Science 511NH 9 Full Year 5
Course Name None
Biology Z
Glencoe Biology: McGraw-Hill Education, © 2017
Prerequisites
District Approved Honors Biology is a course for students who desire to learn about living things. It is a course intended for students
who are interested and talented in science. The course consists of the same units as Biology. Basic biological and
Textbook: chemical principles, the study of the cell continuity and change, and ecology are covered. A survey is made of all
Description the categories of living things from viruses to humans. In each unit the material is studied with more depth and
complexity than in the regular Biology course. Laboratory investigations are an integral component of the course,
Course Name with individual open-ended experiments.
Biology Pre-AP
(Innovation HS) Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Prerequisites
District Approved Biological Science 511NZ 9-12 Full Year 5
Bilingual
Textbook:
Description Certification
None
Glencoe Biology: McGraw-Hill Education, © 2017
Biology is a one semester course for students who desire to learn about living things. The course consists of eleven
units covering basic biological and chemical principles, the study of the cell, continuity and change, and ecology.
A survey is made of all the major phyla of life forms from viruses to humans. Investigations are an integral
component of the course.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Biological Science 511NPAP 9 Full Year 5
None
College Board Resources
Pre-AP Biology helps students and teachers prioritize and focus deeply on four core areas: ecological systems,
evolution, cellular systems, and genetics. Pre-AP Biology students engage deeply with science practices to
construct and revise their biological knowledge as well as cross-disciplinary reading, writing, and data-analysis
skills.
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Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Biology Biological Science 511NSL 9 Full Year 5
(Summit Learning) None
SHS Summit Learning Resources
Prerequisites ology is a one semester course for students who desire to learn about living things. The course consists of eleven
District Approved units covering basic biological and chemical principles, the study of the cell, continuity and change, and ecology.
A survey is made of all the major phyla of life forms from viruses to humans. Investigations are an integral
Textbook: component of the course.
Description
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Course Name
Biology AP Biological Science 511TAP 10-12 Full Year 10
Prerequisites
Biology or Biology Honors
District Approved
Textbook: Inquiry into Life, Mader, S and Windelspecht, M.; McGraw-Hill, ©2017
Description
Advanced Placement Biology is a course which meets the objectives of a general biology course at the college
Course Name level. College textbooks are used and laboratory experiments and observations are an integral part of the
Biology AP course.The course content includes molecular and cellular biology, the study of plants and animals, and population
(McNair) biology. At the completion of the course, students take the examination administered by Educational Testing
Prerequisites Service. Participating colleges grant credit and/or appropriate placement to students who have achieved above a
certain level on the examination. All students completing this course must take the AP exam to receive credit
District Approved for the course.
Textbook:
Description Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Course Name Biological Science 511VAP7 10-12 Full Year 7
Chemistry
Biology or Biology Honors
Prerequisites Inquiry into Life, Mader, S and Windelspecht, M.; McGraw-Hill, ©2017
Advanced Placement Biology is a course which meets the objectives of a general biology course at the college
level. College textbooks are used and laboratory experiments and observations are an integral part of the course.
The course content includes molecular and cellular biology, the study of plants and animals, and population
biology. At the completion of the course, students take the examination administered by Educational Testing
Service. Participating colleges grant credit and/or appropriate placement to students who have achieved above a
certain level on the examination. All students completing this course must take the AP exam to receive credit
for the course.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Chemistry/Physical 514N 10-11 Full Year 5
Science
Biology and Algebra 1
District Approved Glencoe Chemistry: Matter and Change McGraw-Hill Education, © 2017
Textbook:
Chemistry is a course in which students develop a better understanding of the chemical nature of the physical
Description
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world. The course is presented in five units: organization of chemistry, chemical formulas, equations and gas laws,
phase of matter and chemical reactions. Each unit has been arranged with corresponding laboratory investigations
which are an integral part of the course. A separate introductory unit on safety instructs the student in correct
laboratory procedures and behavior.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Chemistry Honors
Chemistry/Physical 514NH 10-11 Full Year 5
Prerequisites Science
District Approved
Biology Honors and Algebra 2 Honors
Textbook:
Description Glencoe Chemistry: Matter and Change McGraw-Hill Education, © 2017
Course Name Chemistry Honors is a course for students with superior ability in science. It provides a comprehensive study of
Chemistry Z the chemical nature of the physical world. The course is presented in five units: organization of chemistry;
formulas; equations and gas laws, phases of matter; and chemical reactions. Each unit has been arranged with
Prerequisites corresponding laboratory investigations which are an integral part of the course. A separate introductory unit on
District Approved safety instructs the student in correct laboratory procedures and behavior. Individual student research is strongly
encouraged and supported.
Textbook:
Description Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Course Name Chemistry/Physical 514NZ 10-11 Full Year 5
AP Chemistry Science
Prerequisites Bilingual
District Approved
Certification
Textbook:
Description Biology and Algebra 1
Glencoe Chemistry: Matter and Change McGraw-Hill Education, © 2017
Chemistry is a course in which students develop a better understanding of the chemical nature of the physical
world. The course is presented in five units: organization of chemistry, chemical formulas, equations and gas laws,
phase of matter and chemical reactions. Each unit has been arranged with corresponding laboratory investigations
which are an integral part of the course. A separate introductory unit on safety instructs the student in correct
laboratory procedures and behavior.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Chemistry/Physical 514TAP 11-12 Full Year 10
Science
Chemistry or Chemistry H
Chemistry: The Molecular Nature of Matter and Change, Silberberg & Amateis, McGraw-Hill ©2016
Advanced Placement Chemistry seeks to meet the objectives of a general chemistry course at the college level.
College textbooks are used and laboratory experiments and observations are an integral part of the course. The
course content includes atomic theory and structure, chemical bonding, nuclear chemistry gases, liquids and solids,
solutions, kinetics, thermodynamics, reaction types, stoichiometry, and equilibrium. Descriptive chemistry is not
isolated but is taught throughout the course to illustrate and illuminate principles. At the completion of the course,
students take the examination administered by Educational Testing Service/ Participating colleges grant credit
and/or appropriate placement to students who score above a certain level. All students completing this course
must take the AP exam to receive credit for the course
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Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
AP Chemistry
Chemistry/Physical 514VAP7 11-12 Full Year 7
(McNair) Science
Prerequisites
District Approved Chemistry or Chemistry H
Textbook: Chemistry: The Molecular Nature of Matter and Change, Silberberg & Amateis, McGraw-Hill ©2016
Description
Advanced Placement Chemistry seeks to meet the objectives of a general chemistry course at the college level.
Course Name College textbooks are used and laboratory experiments and observations are an integral part of the course. The
course content includes atomic theory and structure, chemical bonding, nuclear chemistry gases, liquids and solids,
solutions, kinetics, thermodynamics, reaction types, stoichiometry, and equilibrium. Descriptive chemistry is not
isolated but is taught throughout the course to illustrate and illuminate principles. At the completion of the course,
students take the examination administered by Educational Testing Service/ Participating colleges grant credit
and/or appropriate placement to students who score above a certain level. All students completing this course
must take the AP exam to receive credit for the course
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Environmental Science Biological/Physical/ 515N 11-12 Full Year 5
Chemistry/Physics
Prerequisites Biology
District Approved Holt Environmental Science, ©2013
Textbook:
Description This interdisciplinary approach to our world emphasizes the history of environmental concerns; biomes; species
interactions with each other and their environment; air, water, soil and biological resources; population dynamics;
toxicology; energy sources; land use management; and other related topics. Principles of physics, chemistry and
biology are incorporated throughout the course.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Environmental Science Biological/Physical/ 515NH 10-12 Full Year 5
Honors Chemistry/Physics
Prerequisites Biology, Chemistry, Algebra
District Approved Living in the Environment, Miller, Holt McDougal, © 2014
Textbook:
Description Environmental Science is a one year course for students who have had two years of laboratory science and at least
one year of Algebra. The goal of the course is to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts and
methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze
environmental problems both natural and human-made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these
problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Environmental Science Biological/Physical/ 515NZ 11-12 Full Year 5
Z Chemistry/Physics
Bilingual
Certification
Prerequisites Biology
District Approved Holt Environmental Science, ©2013
Textbook:
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Description This interdisciplinary approach to our world emphasizes the history of environmental concerns; biomes; species
interactions with each other and their environment; air, water, soil and biological resources; population dynamics;
Course Name toxicology; energy sources; land use management; and other related topics. Principles of physics, chemistry and
AP Environmental biology are incorporated throughout the course.
Science Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Prerequisites
District Approved Biological/Physical/ 515NAP 10-12 Full Year 5
Chemistry/Physics
Textbook:
Description Biology. Chemistry, Algebra
Living in the Environment, Miller, Holt McDougal, © 2014
AP Environmental Science is a one year course for students who have had two years of laboratory science and at
least one year of Algebra. It is designed to be equivalent to a one semester, introductory college course in
Environmental Science. The goal of the course is to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts and
methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze
environmental problems both natural and human-made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these
problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them. All students completing this
course must take the AP Exam to receive credit for the course.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Physical Science 516N 10-11 Full Year 5
Physical/Chemistry/
Prerequisites Physics
District Approved
Biology
Textbook:
Description Glencoe Physical Science Mcgraw-Hill Education, ©2017
Course Name Physical Science is a course in which students are exposed to major topics of Chemistry and Physics. Students
Physics will use their mathematical skills and further their knowledge to analyze and solve the problems related to physical
science. It is laboratory intensive and utilization of technology and engineering design processes are stressed
Prerequisites throughout the course. It is recommended for students who will not be able to take Chemistry or Physics classes.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Physics/Physical 513N 11-12 Full Year 5
Science
Algebra I
District Approved Glencoe Physics: Principles and Problems; McGraw-Hill Education, ©2017
Textbook:
Description Physics is a science course which develops a better understanding of the laws of physics fundamental to all
sciences. Concepts of physics are introduced to the students through units on mathematics and measurement,
Course Name motion, force, work and energy, wave motion, light, and electricity. Career information is provided in a separate
Physics Honors unit. Laboratory experiences are an integral component of the course.
Prerequisites Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Physics/Physical 513NH 11-12 Full Year 5
Science
Algebra I
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District Approved Glencoe Physics: Principles and Problems; McGraw-Hill Education, ©2017
Textbook:
Description Physics Honors is an advanced science course for students with superior ability in science. The problems are
studied in greater depth than those in the basic physics course. All units of the basic physics course are included,
Course Name as well as modern physics, which investigates heat, magnetism and subatomic physics. Laboratory experiences are
Physics Z an integral component of the course. Enrolling in Algebra II concurrently is strongly recommended.
Prerequisites Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
District Approved
Physics/Physical 513NZ 11-12 Full Year 5
Textbook: Science
Description Bilingual
Course Name Certification
AP Physics “1”
Algebra I
Prerequisites
District Approved Glencoe Physics: Principles and Problems; McGraw-Hill Education, ©2017
Textbook: Physics is a science course which develops a better understanding of the laws of physics fundamental to all
Description sciences. Concepts of physics are introduced to the students through units on mathematics and measurement,
motion, force, work and energy, wave motion, light, and electricity. Career information is provided in a separate
Course Name unit. Laboratory experiences are an integral component of the course.
AP Physics “1”
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
(McNair)
Prerequisites Physics/Physical 513NAP 11-12 Full Year 5 Credits
District Approved Science
Textbook: Geometry and presently taking Algebra 2
Description
Physics: 3d Edition; Giambattista, Richardson, Richardson McGraw-Hill ©2016
Course Name
AP Physics C: AP Physics 1 is an algebra-based introductory college-level physics course. Students cultivate their
Mechanics understanding of Physics through inquiry-based investigations as they explore topics such as Newtonian
Prerequisites mechanics (including rotational motion); work, energy, and power; mechanical waves and sound; and
introductory simple circuits.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Physics/Physical 513VAP7 11-12 Full Year 7
Science
Geometry and presently taking Algebra 2
Physics: 3d Edition; Giambattista, Richardson, Richardson McGraw-Hill ©2016
AP Physics 1 is an algebra-based introductory college-level physics course. Students cultivate their
understanding of Physics through inquiry-based investigations as they explore topics such as Newtonian
mechanics (including rotational motion); work, energy, and power; mechanical waves and sound; and
introductory simple circuits.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Physics/Physical 513NAPC 11-12 Full Year 5 Credits
Science
Physics H or AP Physics 1 and Presently taking Calculus AB or Calculus BC
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District Approved Physics for Science and Engineers, 8th Edition Cengage Learning ©2010
Textbook:
Description AP Physics C: Mechanics is a calculus-based, college-level physics course. It covers kinematics; Newton’s laws of
motion; work, energy, and power; systems of particles and linear momentum; circular motion and rotation;
oscillations; and gravitation.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Introduction to Research Biological, Physical, 530N 9 Full Year 5
Physics, Chemistry,
Environmental
Prerequisites None
District Approved Students and Research: Practical Strategies for Science Classrooms and Competitions, 4th ed., J. Cothron, R.
Textbook: Giese and R. Rezba, Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company ©2006.
Description Introduction to Research is the first course in a three to four year program for academically talented students. It
provides the background students need to start a research project and to continue in the Independent Research
courses. Students must demonstrate a serious commitment to long term research. There are four areas of study:
library research, mathematics skills for research, investigations of problems using library and mathematics skills,
and research preparation to conduct projects.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Science Fair Research Biological, Physical, 525N 10 Full Year 5
1 Physics, Chemistry,
Environmental
Prerequisites Introduction to Research
District Approved Students and Research: Practical Strategies for Science Classrooms and Competitions, 4th ed., J. Cothron, R.
Textbook: Giese and R. Rezba, Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company ©2006.
Description Science Fair Research is a one, two or three year program which enables the student to continue the research
project begun in the prerequisite; "Introduction to Research." The program is for academically prepared and
committed students who have an interest in doing independent study in science. Students work at their own pace
on projects of individual interest under the guidance and supervision of a science teacher and, in some cases, a
college professor. Throughout the research, students are expected to present their work at science fairs, symposia
and conferences. Students must obtain the science teacher's permission to enter this course. Students are enrolled
for one full block in either the Fall or Spring semester. During the other semester, students are scheduled for the
class during either zero period or lunch period.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Science Fair Research Biological, Physical, 525S 10 Full Year 2.5
1 Physics, Chemistry, (After School)
(McNair) Environmental
Prerequisites Introduction to Research
District Approved Students and Research: Practical Strategies for Science Classrooms and Competitions, 4th ed., J. Cothron, R.
Textbook: Giese and R. Rezba, Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company ©2006.
Description Science Fair Research is a one, two or three year program which enables the student to continue the research
project begun in the prerequisite; "Introduction to Research." The program is for academically prepared and
committed students who have an interest in doing independent study in science. Students work at their own pace
on projects of individual interest under the guidance and supervision of a science teacher and, in some cases, a
college professor. Throughout the research, students are expected to present their work at science fairs, symposia
and conferences. Students must obtain the science teacher's permission to enter this course. Students are enrolled
for one full block in either the Fall or Spring semester. During the other semester, students are scheduled for the
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class during either zero period or lunch period.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Science Fair Research Biological, Physical, 526N 11 Full Year 5
2 Physics, Chemistry,
Environmental
Prerequisites Science Fair Research 1
District Approved Students and Research: Practical Strategies for Science Classrooms and Competitions, 4th ed., J. Cothron, R.
Textbook: Giese and R. Rezba, Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company ©2006.
Description Science Fair Research is a one, two or three year program which enables the student to continue the research
project begun in the prerequisite; "Introduction to Research." The program is for academically prepared and
committed students who have an interest in doing independent study in science. Students work at their own pace
on projects of individual interest under the guidance and supervision of a science teacher and, in some cases, a
college professor. Throughout the research, students are expected to present their work at science fairs, symposia
and conferences. Students must obtain the science teacher's permission to enter this course. Students are enrolled
for one full block in either the Fall or Spring semester. During the other semester, students are scheduled for the
class during either zero period or lunch period.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Science Fair Research Biological, Physical, 526S 11 Full YEar 2.5
2 Physics, Chemistry, (After School)
(McNair) Environmental
Prerequisites Science Fair Research 1
District Approved Students and Research: Practical Strategies for Science Classrooms and Competitions, 4th ed., J. Cothron, R.
Textbook: Giese and R. Rezba, Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company ©2006.
Description Science Fair Research is a one, two or three year program which enables the student to continue the research
project begun in the prerequisite; "Introduction to Research." The program is for academically prepared and
committed students who have an interest in doing independent study in science. Students work at their own pace
on projects of individual interest under the guidance and supervision of a science teacher and, in some cases, a
college professor. Throughout the research, students are expected to present their work at science fairs, symposia
and conferences. Students must obtain the science teacher's permission to enter this course. Students are enrolled
for one full block in either the Fall or Spring semester. During the other semester, students are scheduled for the
class during either zero period or lunch period.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Science Fair Research Biological, Physical, 527N 12 Full Year 5
3 Physics, Chemistry,
Environmental
Prerequisites Science Fair Research 1, 2
District Approved Students and Research: Practical Strategies for Science Classrooms and Competitions, 4th ed., J. Cothron, R.
Textbook: Giese and R. Rezba, Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company ©2006.
Description Science Fair Research is a one, two or three year program which enables the student to continue the research
project begun in the prerequisite; "Introduction to Research." The program is for academically prepared and
committed students who have an interest in doing independent study in science. Students work at their own pace
on projects of individual interest under the guidance and supervision of a science teacher and, in some cases, a
college professor. Throughout the research, students are expected to present their work at science fairs, symposia
and conferences. Students must obtain the science teacher's permission to enter this course. Students are enrolled
for one full block in either the Fall or Spring semester. During the other semester, students are scheduled for the
class during either zero period or lunch period.
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Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Science Fair Research Biological, Physical, 527S 12 Full Year 2.5
3 Physics, Chemistry
(McNair) Environmental
Prerequisites Science Fair Research 1, 2
District Approved Students and Research: Practical Strategies for Science Classrooms and Competitions, 4th ed., J. Cothron, R.
Textbook: Giese and R. Rezba, Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company ©2006.
Description Science Fair Research is a one, two or three year program which enables the student to continue the research
project begun in the prerequisite; "Introduction to Research." The program is for academically prepared and
committed students who have an interest in doing independent study in science. Students work at their own pace
on projects of individual interest under the guidance and supervision of a science teacher and, in some cases, a
college professor. Throughout the research, students are expected to present their work at science fairs, symposia
and conferences. Students must obtain the science teacher's permission to enter this course. Students are enrolled
for one full block in either the Fall or Spring semester. During the other semester, students are scheduled for the
class during either zero period or lunch period.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
AP Research Seminar College Board 535NAP 11 Full Year 5
(McNair) Certification
Prerequisites College Board Materials
District Approved Students and Research: Practical Strategies for Science Classrooms and Competitions, 4th ed., J. Cothron, R.
Textbook: Giese and R. Rezba, Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company ©2006.
Description AP Research, the second course in the AP Capstone experience, allows students to deeply explore an academic
topic, problem, issue, or idea of individual interest. Students design, plan, and implement a yearlong investigation
to address a research question. Through this inquiry, they further the skills they acquired in the AP Seminar course
by learning research methodology, employing ethical research practices, and accessing, analyzing, and
synthesizing information. Students reflect on their skill development, document their processes, and curate the
artifacts of their scholarly work through a process and reflection portfolio. The course culminates in an academic
paper of 4,000–5,000 words (accompanied by a performance, exhibit, or product where applicable) and a
presentation with an oral defense.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Independent Research Biological, Physical, 531N 10 Full Year 5
1 Physics, Chemistry,
Environmental
Prerequisites None
District Approved Students and Research: Practical Strategies for Science Classrooms and Competitions, 4th ed., J. Cothron, R.
Textbook: Giese and R. Rezba, Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company ©2006.
Description Independent Research is a one, two or three semester program, which enables the student to continue the research
project begun in the prerequisite "Introduction to Research." The program is for academically prepared and
committed students who have an interest in doing independent study in science. Students work at their own pace
on projects of individual interest under the guidance and supervision of a science teacher and, in some cases, a
college professor. Throughout the research, students are encouraged to present their work at science fairs,
symposia and conferences. Students must obtain the science teacher's permission to enter this course.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Independent Research Biological, Physical, 531S 10 Full Year 2.5
1 Physics, Chemistry, (After School)
(McNair) Environmental
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Prerequisites None
District Approved Students and Research: Practical Strategies for Science Classrooms and Competitions, 4th ed., J. Cothron, R.
Textbook: Giese and R. Rezba, Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company ©2006.
Description Independent Research is a one, two or three semester program, which enables the student to continue the research
project begun in the prerequisite "Introduction to Research." The program is for academically prepared and
committed students who have an interest in doing independent study in science. Students work at their own pace
on projects of individual interest under the guidance and supervision of a science teacher and, in some cases, a
college professor. Throughout the research, students are encouraged to present their work at science fairs,
symposia and conferences. Students must obtain the science teacher's permission to enter this course.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Independent Research Biological, Physical, 532N 11 Full Year 5
2 Physics, Chemistry,
Environmental
Prerequisites Independent Research 1
District Approved Students and Research: Practical Strategies for Science Classrooms and Competitions, 4th ed., J. Cothron, R.
Textbook: Giese and R. Rezba, Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company ©2006.
Description Independent Research is a one, two or three semester program, which enables the student to continue the research
project begun in the prerequisite "Introduction to Research." The program is for academically prepared and
committed students who have an interest in doing independent study in science. Students work at their own pace
on projects of individual interest under the guidance and supervision of a science teacher and, in some cases, a
college professor. Throughout the research, students are encouraged to present their work at science fairs,
symposia and conferences. Students must obtain the science teacher's permission to enter this course.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Independent Research Biological, Physical, 532S 11 Full Year 2.5
2 Physics, Chemistry, (After School)
(McNair) Environmental
Prerequisites Independent Research 1
District Approved Students and Research: Practical Strategies for Science Classrooms and Competitions, 4th ed., J. Cothron, R.
Textbook: Giese and R. Rezba, Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company ©2006.
Description Independent Research is a one, two or three semester program, which enables the student to continue the research
project begun in the prerequisite "Introduction to Research." The program is for academically prepared and
committed students who have an interest in doing independent study in science. Students work at their own pace
on projects of individual interest under the guidance and supervision of a science teacher and, in some cases, a
college professor. Throughout the research, students are encouraged to present their work at science fairs,
symposia and conferences. Students must obtain the science teacher's permission to enter this course.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Independent Research Biological, Physical, 533N 12 Full Year 5
3 Physics, Chemistry,
Environmental
Prerequisites Independent Research 1, 2
District Approved Students and Research: Practical Strategies for Science Classrooms and Competitions, 4th ed., J. Cothron, R.
Textbook: Giese and R. Rezba, Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company ©2006.
Description Independent Research is a one, two or three semester program, which enables the student to continue the research
project begun in the prerequisite "Introduction to Research." The program is for academically prepared and
committed students who have an interest in doing independent study in science. Students work at their own pace
on projects of individual interest under the guidance and supervision of a science teacher and, in some cases, a
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college professor. Throughout the research, students are encouraged to present their work at science fairs,
symposia and conferences. Students must obtain the science teacher's permission to enter this course.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Independent Research Biological, Physical, 533S 12 Full Year 2.5
3 Physics, Chemistry,
(McNair) Environmental
Prerequisites Independent Research 1, 2
District Approved Students and Research: Practical Strategies for Science Classrooms and Competitions, 4th ed., J. Cothron, R.
Textbook: Giese and R. Rezba, Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company ©2006.
Description Independent Research is a one, two or three semester program, which enables the student to continue the research
project begun in the prerequisite "Introduction to Research." The program is for academically prepared and
committed students who have an interest in doing independent study in science. Students work at their own pace
on projects of individual interest under the guidance and supervision of a science teacher and, in some cases, a
college professor. Throughout the research, students are encouraged to present their work at science fairs,
symposia and conferences. Students must obtain the science teacher's permission to enter this course.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Forensic Science Biological 534N 11 Full Year 5
Science/Physical
Science
Prerequisites Biology, Chemistry
District Approved Forensic Science: Fundamentals & Investigations, South-Western-Cengage Learning, ©2009
Textbook:
Description This course is designed to foster an appreciation of the tools available to modern police and medical science.
Topics to be covered are preservation and validity of evidence, physics and projectiles, modern laboratory
techniques, DNA evidence and analysis, autopsy evidence and analysis, and proper presentation of evidence in
court.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Forensic Science Biological 534NH 11 Full Year 5
Honors Science/Physical
Science
Prerequisites Biology, Chemistry
District Approved Forensic Science: Fundamentals & Investigations, South-Western-Cengage Learning, ©2009
Textbook:
Description This course is designed to foster an appreciation of the tools available to modern police and medical science.
Topics to be covered are preservation and validity of evidence, physics and projectiles, modern laboratory
techniques, DNA evidence and analysis, autopsy evidence and analysis, and proper presentation of evidence in
court.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Forensic Science 2 Biological 536NH 12 Full Year 5
Honors Science/Physical
Science
Prerequisites Forensic Science 1
District Approved Forensic Science: Fundamentals & Investigations, South-Western-Cengage Learning, ©2009
Textbook:
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Description This course continues to foster an appreciation of the tools available to modern police and medical science. Topics
to be covered are preservation and validity of evidence, physics and projectiles, modern laboratory techniques,
Course Name DNA evidence and analysis, autopsy evidence and analysis, and proper presentation of evidence in court
Science and
Sustainability Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Prerequisites
District Approved Biological Science 550N 9 Full Year 5
Textbook:
Description None
Course Name Textbook: District Approved Textbook: SEPUP: Science and Sustainability, Lawrence Hall of Science, University
Ecology of California at Berkeley, Lab-Aids, Inc. Ronkonkoma, NY. 2005
Prerequisites Science and Sustainability is an elective for those students in the Science SLC. It covers many science concepts
District Approved usually included in biology, chemistry, and physics, but also relates these concepts to issues of sustainability.
Sustainability refers to the ability of populations of living organisms to continue a healthy existence in a healthy
Textbook: environment “forever.” Students participate in many hands-on labs, current and historical readings, role plays, and
Description debates. Students analyze risks, assess trade-offs, and make decisions that are based on scientific data as they
explore the four themes related to sustainability: “Living on Earth,” “Feeding the World,” “Using Earth’s
Course Name Resources,” and “Moving the World.”
Astronomy
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Prerequisites
District Approved Biological 573N 10 Full Year 5
Science/Physical
Textbook:
Description Science
Course Name None
Earth Systems
Not Textbook Based
Prerequisites
District Approved Ecology is the study of the relationships among living things and between living things and their physical
environment. Field studies are an integral component of the curriculum. This course promotes an awareness of the
Textbook: global environment by exploring major ecological concepts and analyzing the problems resulting from increased
technological developments. The curriculum fulfills an urgent need to develop informed citizens who are aware of
and concerned about the total environment, an environment that is an inseparable part of our lives and is altered by
human impact.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Earth and Space 551N 10 Full Year 5
Science
None
Astronomy Today, Chaisson, McMillan; Pearson 2010
Students will study our solar system with emphasis on recent discoveries. They will learn to recognize the major
constellations and locate planets. This course will investigate the types of stars and other extra-terrestrial
phenomena.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Earth and Space 555N 9-12 Full year 5
Science
None
Not Textbook Based
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Description Earth Systems is designed to investigate the connections among Earth’s systems through Earth history. These
systems – the atmosphere, hydrosphere, geosphere, and biosphere – interact through time to produce the Earth’s
Course Name landscapes, ecology, and resources. This course develops the explanations of phenomena fundamental to the
Anatomy and sciences of geology and physical geography, including the early history of the Earth, plate tectonics, landform
evolution, the Earth’s geologic record, weather and climate, and the history of life on Earth. The course
Physiology culminates with a unit on astronomy.
Prerequisites
District Approved Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Textbook: Biological Science 572N 11-12 Full Year 5
Description
Biology
Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology, Pearson, © 2009
Anatomy and Physiology is offered as an elective for students who wish to explore the fields of science, medicine,
and health. The course surveys all the systems of the human body. Emphasis is placed on the normal structure and
function of the human body and the dynamic balance maintained by system interaction, but common abnormal
human structure and function is also investigated. Students gain knowledge about their bodies and learn how to
maintain proper health.
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Social Studies
Required Social Studies Credits for Graduation
Social Studies Credits 15 credits*
Credits Required for Graduation/Attainment of NJ HS Diploma 15 credits*
Credits Required for Graduation/Attainment of all JCPS HS Diplomas
*2 Years of seat time in US History and one year of seat time in World History
Required Social Studies Course Sequence
Grade General Honors Bilingual/ESL Grade 8 Advance
9-10 Placement*
US History I US History I H US History I Z
212N-5 Credits 212NH-5 Credits 212NZ-5 Credits AP US History 1
World History H 215NAP-5 Credits
214NH-5 Credits
AP US History 1 (Students will receive Honors credit
215NAP-5 Credits
10-12 US History II US History IIH US History II Z AP US History II
213N-5 Credits 213NH-5 Credits 213NZ-5 Credits 216NAP-5 Credits
9-12 World History/ AP US History WorldHistory/ AP Modern World History
Cultures 281TAP-10 credits Cultures 214 NAP-5 Credits
Total
Credits 214N-5 Credits AP US History II 214NZ-5 Credits AP Modern World History
216NAP-5 Credits 214 TAP-10 Credits
15 15
15-20 15
HS Grade Course
LHS 9
Introduction to the Foundation of Law
Credits 10 250N-5 Credits
The Great Trials of History
256N-5 Credits
10
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Grades Social Studies Electives
9-12
General Electives
Credits
Grades African American Studies
11-12 272S-2.5 Credits
Credits
African American Studies
272N-5 Credits
Women’s Studies
273S-2.5 Credits
Women’s Studies
273N-5 Credits
Philosophy
217S-2.5 Credits
Philosophy
217N-5 Credits
Introduction To Human Behavior
218S-2.5 Credits
Introduction To Human Behavior
218N-5 Credits
2.5-5
Honors Electives
AP Human Geography
288NAP-5 Credits
AP US Government And Politics
283NAP-5 Credits
AP Microeconomics
282NAP-5 Credits
AP Macroeconomics
285NAP-5 Credits
5
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The table below outlines the mandatory criteria for admission to an AP Humanities course for the 2020-2021 school year.
District Criteria for Placement in an AP humanities course
DATA benchmark:
STEP 1 - Evaluate the student’s PSAT score:
The Evidence-Based Reading and Writing score of at least (480)500 is the first indicator that the course is a good fit.
STEP 2- If a student is slightly less than a PSAT score of 500, check the student’s NJSLA scores.
750 or above for the NJSLA score in language arts.
STEP 3- If both NJSLA scores and PSAT scores are 480- 500 and the NJSLA score is 725-750 than the benchmark, but the student interest
level is still high and the student meets the grade requirement, you can place the student in the course provided the scheduling V.P has a
conference with the child to outline expectations. Student progress must be closely monitored by the scheduling VP, school counselor and
the teacher throughout the year providing support. A plan for support should be outlined.
STEP 4- A grade requirement is mandatory for placement in an AP course. A student going from a general ed class to an AP class must
have an 85 or above in the previous course. A student moving from an honors course to an AP course must have an 80 or above in the
previous course.
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SOCIAL STUDIES
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
US History 1 Teacher of Social 212N 9-10 Full Year 5
Studies
Prerequisites None
District Approved United States History, Pearson, 2016
Textbook: Reading Like a Historian
Description This course assists in the students’ investigation of the history of the United States. It provides a chronological and
topical outline of the nation’s experiences from the Reconstruction through the New Deal. Students will explore
the persons, events and issues that have influenced our national progress. During this course, students will
experience a variety of assessments in which they will demonstrate their mastery of the material. These
assessments will range from debates, and role-playing activities to traditional tests, research and writing
assignments. Through the efforts of both the instructor and the students, an environment will be created in which
the students will increase the scope of their appreciation for the people and events that have shaped our nation’s
growth and development.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
US History 1 Teacher of Social 212N 9-10 Full Year 5
(Liberty) Studies
Prerequisites None
District Approved United States History, Pearson, 2016
Textbook: Reading Like a Historian
Description This course assists in the students’ investigation of the history of the United States. It provides a chronological and
topical outline of the nation’s experiences from the Reconstruction through the New Deal. Students will explore
the persons, events and issues that have influenced our national progress. During this course, students will
experience a variety of assessments in which they will demonstrate their mastery of the material. These
assessments will range from debates, and role-playing activities to traditional tests, research and writing
assignments. Through the efforts of both the instructor and the students, an environment will be created in which
the students will increase the scope of their appreciation for the people and events that have shaped our nation’s
growth and development.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
US History 1 Honors Teacher of Social 212NH 9-10 Full Year 5
Studies
Prerequisites None
District Approved United States History, Pearson, 2016
Textbook: Reading Like a Historian
Description This course assists in the students’ investigation of the history of the United States. It provides a chronological and
topical outline of the nation’s experiences from the Reconstruction through the New Deal. Students will explore
the persons, events and issues that have influenced our national progress. During this course, students will
experience a variety of assessments in which they will demonstrate their mastery of the material. These
assessments will range from debates, and role-playing activities to traditional tests, research and writing
assignments. Through the efforts of both the instructor and the students, an environment will be created in which
the students will increase the scope of their appreciation for the people and events that have shaped our nation’s
growth and development.
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Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
US History 1 Honors Teacher of Social 212NH 9-10 Full Year 5
(LibHS, McNair HS, Studies
Infinity)
Prerequisites None
District Approved United States History, Pearson, 2016
Textbook: Reading Like a Historian
Description This course assists in the students’ investigation of the history of the United States. It provides a chronological and
topical outline of the nation’s experiences from the Reconstruction through the New Deal. Students will explore
the persons, events and issues that have influenced our national progress. During this course, students will
experience a variety of assessments in which they will demonstrate their mastery of the material. These
assessments will range from debates, and role-playing activities to traditional tests, research and writing
assignments. Through the efforts of both the instructor and the students, an environment will be
created in which the students will increase the scope of their appreciation for the people and events that have
shaped our nation’s growth and development.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
US History 1 Z Teacher of Social 212NZ 9-10 Full Year 5
Studies/Bilingual
Prerequisites None
District Approved United States History, Pearson, 2016
Textbook: Reading Like a Historian
Description This course assists in the students’ investigation of the history of the United States. It provides a chronological and
topical outline of the nation’s experiences from the Reconstruction through the New Deal. Students will explore
the persons, events and issues that have influenced our national progress. During this course, students will
experience a variety of assessments in which they will demonstrate their mastery of the material. These
assessments will range from debates, and role-playing activities to traditional tests, research and writing
assignments. Through the efforts of both the instructor and the students, an environment will be created in which
the students will increase the scope of their appreciation for the people and events that have shaped our nation’s
growth and development. This course is modeled for second language learners through the use of supplementary
materials. It is taught by a licensed bilingual teacher.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
US History 2
Teacher of Social 213N 10-11 Full Year 5
Prerequisites Studies
District Approved
US History 1
Textbook:
Description United States History, Pearson, 2016
Reading Like a Historian
Course Name
US History 2 US History 2 is designed to assist in students’ investigation of the history of the United States. It provides a
chronological and topical outline of the nation’s experiences from the prelude through World War II to
(Liberty) contemporary America. Students will explore the persons, events and issues that have influenced our national
progress. During this course, students will experience a variety of assessments in which they will demonstrate their
mastery of the material. These assessments will range from debates and role-playing to research, writing
assignments and a district-level end of course examination. Students will increase their scope of their appreciation
for the people and events that have shaped our nation’s growth and development.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Teacher of Social 213N 10-11 Full Year 5
Studies
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Prerequisites US History 1
District Approved United States History, Pearson, 2016
Textbook: Reading Like a Historian
Description US History 2 is designed to assist in students’ investigation of the history of the United States. It provides a
chronological and topical outline of the nation’s experiences from the prelude through World War II to
contemporary America. Students will explore the persons, events and issues that have influenced our national
progress. During this course, students will experience a variety of assessments in which they will demonstrate their
mastery of the material. These assessments will range from debates and role-playing to research, writing
assignments and a district-level end of course examination. Students will increase their scope of their appreciation
for the people and events that have shaped our nation’s growth and development.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
US History 2 Honors Teacher of Social 213NH 10-11 Full Year 5
Studies
Prerequisites US History 1
District Approved United States History, Pearson, 2016
Textbook: Reading Like a Historian
Description This course is designed to assist the student of above average ability in developing 8 critical understanding of U.
S. History from the post Civil War Reconstruction Era to the present This Honors course examines chronologically
and topically the history and culture of our country to give the student a sense of our past and an understanding of
the present. Special emphasis is given to the study of the experiences of African Americans and women as well as
other contributing groups in our population past and present. Knowledge of the history of New Jersey; its political
institutions, geography, and its diverse population are infused throughout the course. This course fulfills one of the
three New Jersey State required courses for Social Studies.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
US History 2 Honors Teacher of Social 213NH 10-11 Full Year 5
(Liberty, McNair, Studies
Infinity)
Prerequisites US History 1
District Approved United States History, Pearson, 2016
Textbook: Reading Like a Historian
Description This course is designed to assist the student of above average ability in developing 8 critical understanding of U.
S. History from the post Civil War Reconstruction Era to the present This Honors course examines chronologically
and topically the history and culture of our country to give the student a sense of our past and an understanding of
the present. Special emphasis is given to the study of the experiences of African Americans and women as well as
other contributing groups in our population past and present. Knowledge of the history of New Jersey; its political
institutions, geography, and its diverse population are infused throughout the course. This course fulfills one of the
three New Jersey State required courses for Social Studies.
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
US History 2 Z Teacher of Social 213NZ 10-11 Full Year 5
Studies/Bilingual
Prerequisites US History 1
District Approved United States History, Pearson, 2016 Reading Like a Historian
Textbook:
Description The course description for this bilingual offering is the same as that of U. S. History II. This course, however, is
taught bilingually [English/Spanish] by a bilingual social studies teacher. This course fulfills one of the three New
Jersey State required courses for Social Studies.
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Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
World History and Teacher of Social 214N 9-12 Full Year 5
Cultures Studies
Prerequisites US History 1, 2
District Approved World History, The Modern Era, Pearson, 2016
Textbook: The major goal of this course is for students to think about history from a global perspective. This course covers
Description topics which deal with interaction among people. We want students to think about how the interaction of peoples
and how decisions of a few can lead to drastic changes on a global scale. The identification and exploration of the
Course Name geopolitical links among civilizations will provide students with the opportunity to analyze multiple perspectives
World History and of world history, while paying particular attention to unique identities and contributions. The course examines the
various religions, philosophies, political and economic systems, and the renowned leaders of world civilization
Cultures and societies. The perspective is multicultural and multifaceted to allow for a more integrated understanding of
(Liberty) global development.
Prerequisites
District Approved Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Textbook:
Description Teacher of Social 214N 9-12 Full Year 5
Studies
Course Name
World History and US History 1, 2
Cultures Honors World History, The Modern Era, Pearson, 2016
Prerequisites The major goal of this course is for students to think about history from a global perspective. This course covers
District Approved topics which deal with interaction among people. We want students to think about how the interaction of peoples
and how decisions of a few can lead to drastic changes on a global scale. The identification and exploration of the
Textbook: geopolitical links among civilizations will provide students with the opportunity to analyze multiple perspectives
Description of world history, while paying particular attention to unique identities and contributions. The course examines the
various religions, philosophies, political and economic systems, and the renowned leaders of world civilization
and societies. The perspective is multicultural and multifaceted to allow for a more integrated understanding of
global development.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Teacher of Social 214NH 11 Full Year 5
Studies
US History 1, 2
World History, The Modern Era, Pearson, 2016
The major goal of this course is for students to think about history from a global perspective. This course covers
topics which deal with interaction among people. We want students to think about how the interaction of peoples
and how decisions of a few can lead to drastic changes on a global scale. The identification and exploration of the
geopolitical links among civilizations will provide students with the opportunity to analyze multiple perspectives
of world history, while paying particular attention to unique identities and contributions. The course examines the
various religions, philosophies, political and economic systems, and the renowned leaders of world civilization
and societies. The perspective is multicultural and multifaceted to allow for a more integrated understanding of
global development.
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Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
World History and 214NH 11 Full Year 5
Cultures Honors Teacher of Social
(Liberty, McNair, Studies
Infinity) US History 1, 2
Prerequisites World History, The Modern Era, Pearson, 2016
District Approved
The major goal of this course is for students to think about history from a global perspective. This course covers
Textbook: topics which deal with interaction among people. We want students to think about how the interaction of peoples
Description and how decisions of a few can lead to drastic changes on a global scale. The identification and exploration of the
geopolitical links among civilizations will provide students with the opportunity to analyze multiple perspectives
Course Name of world history, while paying particular attention to unique identities and contributions. The course examines the
World History and various religions, philosophies, political and economic systems, and the renowned leaders of world civilization
and societies. The perspective is multicultural and multifaceted to allow for a more integrated understanding of
Cultures Z global development.
Prerequisites
District Approved Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Textbook: Teacher of Social 214NZ 11 Full Year 5
Description Studies/Bilingual
Course Name US History 1, 2
AP Modern World
World History, The Modern Era, Pearson, 2016
History
Prerequisites The major goal of this course is for students to think about history from a global perspective. This course covers
topics which deal with interaction among people. We want students to think about how the interaction of peoples
and how decisions of a few can lead to drastic changes on a global scale. The identification and exploration of the
geopolitical links among civilizations will provide students with the opportunity to analyze multiple perspectives
of world history, while paying particular attention to unique identities and contributions. The course examines the
various religions, philosophies, political and economic systems, and the renowned leaders of world civilization
and societies. The perspective is multicultural and multifaceted to allow for a more integrated understanding of
global development.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Teacher of Social 214NAP 11-12 Full Year 5
Studies
AP US History, US History Honors, World Cultures Honors
District Approved Voyages, Cengage
Textbook:
Description In AP World History: Modern, students investigate significant events, individuals, developments, and processes
from 1200 to the present. Students develop and use the same skills, practices, and methods employed by
Course Name historians: analyzing primary and secondary sources; developing historical arguments; making historical
AP Modern World connections; and utilizing reasoning about comparison, causation, and continuity and change over time. The
course provides six themes that students explore throughout the course in order to make connections among
History historical developments in different times and places: humans and the environment, cultural developments and
interactions, governance, economic systems, social interactions and organization, and technology and innovation.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Teacher of Social 214TAP 11-12 Full Year 10
Studies
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Prerequisites AP US History, US History Honors, World Cultures Honors
District Approved Voyages, Cengage
Textbook:
Description In AP World History: Modern, students investigate significant events, individuals, developments, and processes
from 1200 to the present. Students develop and use the same skills, practices, and methods employed by
Course Name historians: analyzing primary and secondary sources; developing historical arguments; making historical
AP US History connections; and utilizing reasoning about comparison, causation, and continuity and change over time. The
course provides six themes that students explore throughout the course in order to make connections among
(APUSH 1) historical developments in different times and places: humans and the environment, cultural developments and
Prerequisites interactions, governance, economic systems, social interactions and organization, and technology and innovation.
District Approved
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Textbook:
Description Teacher of Social 215NAP 9-10 Full Year 5
Course Name Studies
AP US History
See AP Criteria
(APUSH 2)
Prerequisites Give Me Liberty, Eric Foner
District Approved
In AP U.S. History, students investigate significant events, individuals, developments, and processes in nine
Textbook: historical periods from approximately 1491 to the present. Students develop and use the same skills and methods
Description employed by historians: analyzing primary and secondary sources; developing historical arguments; making
historical connections; and utilizing reasoning about comparison, causation, and continuity and change. The course
Course Name also provides eight themes that students explore throughout the course in order to make connections among
AP US History historical developments in different times and places: American and national identity; work, exchange, and
technology; geography and the environment; migration and settlement; politics and power; America in the world;
(APUSH) American and regional culture; and social structures.
Prerequisites
District Approved Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Textbook: Teacher of Social 216NAP 9-10 Full Year 5
Studies
See AP Criteria
Give Me Liberty, Eric Foner
In AP U.S. History, students investigate significant events, individuals, developments, and processes in nine
historical periods from approximately 1491 to the present. Students develop and use the same skills and methods
employed by historians: analyzing primary and secondary sources; developing historical arguments; making
historical connections; and utilizing reasoning about comparison, causation, and continuity and change. The course
also provides eight themes that students explore throughout the course in order to make connections among
historical developments in different times and places: American and national identity; work, exchange, and
technology; geography and the environment; migration and settlement; politics and power; America in the world;
American and regional culture; and social structures.
Certification Course # Grade Term Credits
Teacher of Social 281TAP 10 Full Year 10
Studies
See AP Criteria
Give Me Liberty, Eric Foner
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