District Approved Resource(s): Algebra I , McDougal Littell, 2011 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Algebra 1H course is a freshman year course and is offered to the student who has demonstrated above average mathematical abilities and/or skills at the 8th grade level. Students will engage in more rigorous content and scope and cover 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. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Algebra IZ Teacher of Mathematics/ Bilingual Certification 411NZ 9 Full Year 5 June 14, 2018 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): Algebra I , McDougal Littell, 2011 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Algebra IZ course description is the same as that of Algebra I. This course however is taught by a certified bilingual mathematics teacher. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Geometry Teacher of Mathematics 413N 9-10 Full Year 5 August 25, 2016 Prerequisites Algebra I District Approved Resource(s): Geometry. McDougal Littell, 2011 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Geometry course is a freshman or sophomore year course offered to students who have successfully completed Algebra 1/Algebra 1H. In this course, students will focus 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. 100
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Geometry H Teacher of Mathematics 413NH 9-10 Full Year 5 August 25, 2016 Prerequisites Algebra I Honors District Approved Resource(s): Geometry. McDougal Littell, 2011 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Geometry H course is a freshman or sophomore year course offered to students who have successfully completed Algebra IH or students who have excelled in Algebra I 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 Board Approval Geometry Z Teacher of Mathematics/ Bilingual Certification 413NZ 10 Full Year 5 August 25, 2016 Prerequisites Algebra IZ District Approved Resource(s): Geometry. McDougal Littell, 2011 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Geometry Z 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 Board Approval Algebra II Teacher of Mathematics 412N 10-12 Full Year 5 August 30, 2018 Prerequisites Algebra I, Geometry District Approved Resource(s): Algebra 2, McDougal Littell, 2011 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None 101
Description The Algebra II course is a sophomore, junior, or senior year course and is a required course in mathematics and designed to build on concepts and skills covered in Algebra 1, Geometry, and Trigonometry. Students will expand their knowledge of mathematics and be provided 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 Board Approval Algebra IIZ Teacher of Mathematics/ Bilingual Certification 412NZ 10-11 Full Year 5 August 30, 2018 Prerequisites Algebra IZ, Geometry Z District Approved Resource(s): Algebra 2, McDougal Littell, 2011 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Algebra IIZ course description is the same as that of Algebra II. This course however is taught by a certified bilingual mathematics teacher. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Teacher of Mathematics 447NH 10-11 Full Year 5 August 25, 2016 Prerequisites Algebra I/IH, Geometry H District Approved Resource(s): ● Algebra 2, McDougal Littell, 2011 ● Trigonometry Jersey City Edition, © 2009 Pearson Education, Inc. Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors course is sophomore or junior course and is a required course in mathematics and designed to build on concepts and skills covered in Algebra 1. Geometry and Trigonometry. Students will be provided 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 102
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 Board Approval Algebra II/Precalculus Teacher of Mathematics 415TH 10-11 Full Year 10 Credits August 25, 2016 Prerequisites Algebra I/IH, Geometry/Geometry H District Approved Resource(s): ● Algebra 2, McDougal Littell, 2011 ● Trigonometry Jersey City Edition, © 2009 Pearson Education, Inc. Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Algebra II/Precalculus course is a sophomore or junior year course and 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 as a fast track course for students looking to take AP Calculus AB or BC in their senior year. Students will be provided 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 Board Approval Precalculus Teacher of Mathematics 419N 11-12 Full Year 5 August 25, 2016 Prerequisites Algebra II District Approved Resource(s): Pre-Calculus With Limits, Houghton Mifflin, 2007 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Precalculus course is a junior or senior year course offered to students who have successfully completed Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra 2. In this course, students will be provided with a foundation for further 103
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 Board Approval Statistics Teacher of Mathematics 422N 11-12 Full Year 5 August 26, 2021 Prerequisites Algebra II, Algebra II/Trig H or Algebra II/Precalculus District Approved Resource(s): Statistics and Probability with Applications (High School), BFW Publishing, (Fourth Edition) 2021 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Statistics course is a junior or senior year elective offered 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. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Foundations of Mathematical Web Design Teacher of Mathematics 431N 11-12 Full Year 5 August 26, 2021 Prerequisites Algebra I/IH, Geometry/H District Approved Resource(s): Web Development & Design Foundations with HTML5, Felke-Morris (2019) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Foundations of Mathematical Web Design course is a junior or senior year elective with the purpose of providing students with an opportunity to develop the skills and concepts addressed by the NJSLS. While building a solid foundation in multimedia technology it is designed as an introduction to the creation and maintenance of web pages and websites by using mathematical ideas, concepts and skills to determine the area of webpages, number of lines for text and manipulation of pages. The course will apply sequences, iterations, and mathematical logic in all presentations. The course will foster the development of skills and project based experiences in planning and designing web pages. It will provide insights into the use of strategies and tools necessary to create websites for teaching and learning. Emphasis is on creating 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 hands-on instruction to the extensible hyper-text markup language (xhtml) as well as introduce students to the basics of the dream weaver 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. 104
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Statistics Teacher of Mathematics 422TAP 11-12 Full Year 10 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites Algebra II District Approved Resource(s): Understandable Statistics, Houghton Mifflin, 2008 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The AP Statistics course is a junior or senior year course and 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 students explore concepts like variation and distribution; patterns and uncertainty; and data-based predictions, decisions, and conclusions. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Statistics Teacher of Mathematics 422NAP 11-12 Full Year 5 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites Algebra II District Approved Resource(s): Understandable Statistics, Houghton Mifflin, 2008 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The AP Statistics is a junior or senior year course and 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 students explore concepts like variation and distribution; patterns and uncertainty; and data-based predictions, decisions, and conclusions. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Calculus AB Teacher of Mathematics 420TAP 11-12 Full Year 10 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites Precalculus District Approved Resource(s): Calculus: Graphical, Numerical & Algebraic AP Edition, Prentice Hall, 2007 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None 105
Description The AP Calculus AB course is a junior or senior year introductory college-level calculus course. Students cultivate their understanding of 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 conclusions as students explore concepts like change, limits, and the analysis of functions. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Calculus AB Teacher of Mathematics 420NAP 11-12 Full Year 5 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites Precalculus District Approved Resource(s): Calculus: Graphical, Numerical & Algebraic AP Edition, Prentice Hall, 2007 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The AP Calculus AB course is a junior or senior year introductory college-level calculus course. Students cultivate their understanding of 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 conclusions as students explore concepts like change, limits, and the analysis of functions. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Calculus BC Teacher of Mathematics 421TAP 12 Full Year 10 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites Precalculus District Approved Resource(s): Calculus: Graphical, Numerical & Algebraic AP Edition, Prentice Hall, 2007 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The AP Calculus BC course is a senior year course and 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. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Calculus BC Teacher of Mathematics 421NAP 12 Full Year 5 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites Precalculus District Approved Resource(s): Calculus: Graphical, Numerical & Algebraic AP Edition, Prentice Hall, 2007 106
Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The AP Calculus BC course is a senior year course and 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. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval PSAT 10 Teacher of Mathematics 417N 10 Half or Full Year 5 August 26, 2021 Prerequisites Algebra I District Approved Resource(s): Not Textbook Based / College Board Materials Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The PSAT 10 course is designed to prepare students to take the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). The content of the mathematics section will involve operations with integers, decimals, 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 Board Approval PSAT 10 Teacher of Mathematics 417S 10 Half or Full Year 2.5 August 26, 2021 Prerequisites Algebra I District Approved Resource(s): Not Textbook Based / College Board Materials Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The PSAT 10 course elective course is a sophomore year course designed to prepare students to take the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). The content of the mathematics section will involve review of Algebra and Geometry topics: linear equations and inequalities, systems of equations, statistics, polynomials, graphical representations, parallel/perpendicular lines, similar triangles, Pythagorean Theorem, right triangle trigonometry, polygons, circles, surface area and volume of three dimensional shapes. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval SAT Math Teacher of Mathematics 418N 11 Half or Full Year 5 August 26, 2021 Prerequisites Algebra I and Geometry 107
District Approved Resource(s): Not Textbook Based / College Board Materials Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The SAT Math 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, decimals, 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 Board Approval SAT Math Teacher of Mathematics 418S 11-12 Half or Full Year 2.5 August 26, 2021 Prerequisites Algebra I and Geometry District Approved Resource(s): Not Textbook Based / College Board Materials Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The SAT Math 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, decimals, 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 Board Approval AP Computer Science A Teacher of Mathematics 430NAP 10-12 Full Year 5 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites Pre-Calculus District Approved Resource(s): Absolute JAVA, Prentice Hall, 2006 Project Stem Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The AP Computer Science A course is an introductory college-level computer science course. Students cultivate their understanding of coding through analyzing, writing, and testing code as students explore concepts like modularity, variables, and control structures. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Computer Science Principles Teacher of Mathematics 432NAP 10-12 Full Year 5 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites None 108
District Approved Resource(s): Codio Project Stem Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The 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 computer science to solve problems through the development of algorithms and programs. Students incorporate 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 contribute to a computing culture that is collaborative and ethical. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Drone No specific certification required 424S 10-12 Full Year 2.5 June 2016 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): njdroneacademy.com Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Technology course is a sophomore, junior, or senior year elective course designed to provide students with an interactive approach to applied science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The course is project based and focuses on collaboration among team members to accomplish a stated goal. The course includes safety/liability considerations and FAA/AMA regulations and 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 of drones and operation of drones using simulators and in real time. Students will be introduced to the 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. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Drone No specific certification required 424N 10-12 Full Year 5 June 2016 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): njdroneacademy.com Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None 109
Description The Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Technology course is a sophomore, junior, or senior year elective course designed to provide students with an interactive approach to applied science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The course is project based and focuses on collaboration among team members to accomplish a stated goal. The course includes safety/liability considerations and FAA/AMA regulations and 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 of drones and operation of drones using simulators and in real time. Students will be introduced to the 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. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Introduction to Computer Science No specific certification required 427N 10-12 Full Year 5 August 30, 2018 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): Curriculum from Code.org Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Introduction to Computer Science course is a sophomore, junior, or senior year elective course that engages and 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 being taught. This course advocates a "hands-on" learning approach in which students' primary means of learning is through discovery, experimentation, and application. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval College Algebra Teacher of Mathematics 450S 11-12 Half Year 2.5 May 26, 2022 Prerequisites Algebra I and Geometry District Approved Resource(s): College Algebra: CalcChat and CalcView, Cengage Learning, 2022 (11th Edition) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The College Algebra course is a junior or senior year course for students who need to strengthen their skills or need a deeper understanding of algebra before progressing to other credit mathematics courses offered in college. Topics include solving linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, absolute value equations and inequalities, graphs of linear and quadratic equations, equations of lines, systems of equations, introduction to functions, quadratic functions, polynomials functions, rational functions, radical functions, rational exponents and applications. 110
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval College Algebra Teacher of Mathematics 450N 11-12 Full Year 5 May 26, 2022 Prerequisites Algebra I and Geometry District Approved Resource(s): College Algebra: CalcChat and CalcView, Cengage Learning, 2022 (11th Edition) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The College Algebra course is a junior or senior year course for students who need to strengthen their skills or need a deeper understanding of algebra before progressing to other credit mathematics courses offered in college. Topics include solving linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, absolute value equations and inequalities, graphs of linear and quadratic equations, equations of lines, systems of equations, introduction to functions, quadratic functions, polynomials functions, rational functions, radical functions, rational exponents and applications. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Precalculus Teacher of Mathematics 419NAP 11-12 Full Year 5 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites Algebra 2, Algebra 2/Trigonometry Honors, or Algebra 2/Precalculus District Approved Resource(s): AP Classroom Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The AP Precalculus course is a junior or senior year elective. Students will apply the mathematical tools they require by examining scenarios, conditions, and data sets and determine and validate an appropriate function model. Students will examine functions through multiple representations by examining them graphically, numerically, verbally, and analytically.AP Precalculus gives students the opportunity to earn college credit and/or placement. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Introduction to Networks Teacher provided by Cisco Networking Academy 10101S 9-11 Half Year 2.5 May 25, 2023 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): Online resources are embedded in the Cisco Networking Academy (CCNA) Curriculum Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None 111
Description The Introduction to Networks course is a course where students develop workforce readiness skills and build a foundation for success in networking-related careers and degree programs. With the support of video and rich interactive media, participants learn, apply, and practice CCNA knowledge and skills through a series of in-depth hands-on experiences and simulated activities that reinforce their learning. This course teaches comprehensive networking concepts and skills, from network applications to the protocols and services provided to those applications. Learners will progress from basic networking to more complex enterprise and theoretical networking models later in the curriculum. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Introduction to Networks Teacher provided by Cisco Networking Academy 10101N 9-11 Full Year 5 May 25, 2023 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): Online resources are embedded in the Cisco Networking Academy (CCNA) Curriculum Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Introduction to Networks course is a course where students develop workforce readiness skills and build a foundation for success in networking-related careers and degree programs. With the support of video and rich interactive media, participants learn, apply, and practice CCNA knowledge and skills through a series of in-depth hands-on experiences and simulated activities that reinforce their learning. This course teaches comprehensive networking concepts and skills, from network applications to the protocols and services provided to those applications. Learners will progress from basic networking to more complex enterprise and theoretical networking models later in the curriculum. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials Teacher provided by Cisco Networking Academy 10104S 10-12 Half Year 2.5 May 25, 2023 Prerequisites Introduction to Networks District Approved Resource(s): Online resources are embedded in the Cisco Networking Academy (CCNA) Curriculum Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials course is a course where students develop workforce readiness skills and build a foundation for success in networking-related careers and degree programs. With the support of video and rich interactive media, participants learn, apply, and practice CCNA knowledge and skills through a series of in-depth hands-on experiences and simulated activities that reinforce their learning. This course teaches comprehensive networking concepts and skills, from network applications to the protocols and services provided to those applications. Learners will progress from basic networking to more complex enterprise and theoretical networking models later in the curriculum. 112
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials Teacher provided by Cisco Networking Academy 10104N 10-12 Full Year 5 May 25, 2023 Prerequisites Introduction to Networks District Approved Resource(s): Online resources are embedded in the Cisco Networking Academy (CCNA) Curriculum Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials course is a course where students develop workforce readiness skills and build a foundation for success in networking-related careers and degree programs. With the support of video and rich interactive media, participants learn, apply, and practice CCNA knowledge and skills through a series of in-depth hands-on experiences and simulated activities that reinforce their learning. This course teaches comprehensive networking concepts and skills, from network applications to the protocols and services provided to those applications. Learners will progress from basic networking to more complex enterprise and theoretical networking models later in the curriculum. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation Teacher provided by Cisco Networking Academy 10108N 11-12 Full Year 5 May 25, 2023 Prerequisites Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials District Approved Resource(s): Online resources are embedded in the Cisco Networking Academy (CCNA) Curriculum Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None X Description The Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation course is a course where students develop workforce readiness skills and build a foundation for success in networking-related careers and degree programs. With the support of video and rich interactive media, participants learn, apply, and practice CCNA knowledge and skills through a series of in-depth hands-on experiences and simulated activities that reinforce their learning. This course teaches comprehensive networking concepts and skills, from network applications to the protocols and services provided to those applications. Learners will progress from basic networking to more complex enterprise and theoretical networking models later in the curriculum. Upon completion of all three course offerings, learners will be prepared to take the Cisco CCNA Unified certification exam. Link to table of contents 113
Science Required Science Credits for Graduation 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 Diploma (Dickinson, Ferris, Liberty, Innovation, Snyder & Lincoln) 15 Credits Biology, Chemistry Physics or Environmental Science Credits Required for Graduation/Attainment of JCPS HS Diploma (McNair & Infinity) 20 Credits Biology, Chemistry Physics or Environmental Science Plus 1 more lab course Required Science Course Sequence Grade(s) General Honors Bilingual/ESL Grade 8 Advance Placement* 9 Biology 511N - 5 Credits Biology H 511NH - 5 Credits Biology 511NZ - 5 Credits Biology H 511NH - 5 Credits 10-12 Physics 513N - 5 Credits Chemistry H 514NH - 5 Credits Chemistry 514NZ - 5 Credits Chemistry H 514NH - 5 Credits Chemistry 514N - 5 Credits Environmental Science H 515NH - 5 Credits **Physical Science 516NZ - 5 Credits Environmental Science H 515NH - 5 Credits Environmental Science 515N - 5 Credits Physics H 513NH - 5 Credits Physics 513NZ - 5 Credits Physics H 513NH - 5 Credits **Physical Science 516N - 5 Credits AP Environmental Science 515NAP - 5 Credits Environmental Science 515NZ - 5 Credits AP Environmental Science 515NAP - 5 Credits Total Credits 15 15 15 15 Reminder Choose two from grade level 10-12. ** For special Needs (Departmentalized) / Bilingual Students only (Not an inclusion class.) 114
Grades General Electives Honors Electives 9-12 Introduction to Research 530N - 5 Credits Forensic Science H 534NH - 5 Credits Independent Research 1 531N - 5 Credits AP Biology 511TAP - 10 Credits Independent Research 2 532N - 5 Credits AP Biology 511VAP - 7 Credits Independent Research 3 533N - 5 Credits AP Chemistry 514TAP - 10 Credits Forensic Science 534N - 5 Credits AP Chemistry 514VAP - 7 Credits Anatomy and Physiology 572N - 5 Credits AP Physics 1 513NAP - 5 Credits Bioethics 553N - 5 Credits AP Physics 1 513VAP - 7 Credits AP Physics C 513NAPC - 5 Credits AP Capstone: Research 535NAP - 5 Credits The table below outlines the criteria for admission to an AP Science course for the 2023-2024 school year. District Criteria for Placement in an AP Science course Consideration 1 A minimum grade requirement for placement in AP Science Courses should be considered to ensure that students are adequately prepared for the rigor of an AP course. ● A student moving from a general education class to an AP class would need a final average of 90 or above in the previous course. ● A student moving from an honors course to an AP course would need a final average of 85 or above in the previous course. Consideration 2 A standardized test requirement of either PSAT or NJSLA is a consideration for placement in an AP course. ● PSAT Benchmark score of 500 is required ● NJSLA score of 230-260 or above Consideration 3 A previous teacher recommendation is highly recommended for placement in an AP course based on qualifying traits needed to be successful in an AP course. Possible areas to consider include: ● High effort/determination/completes all assignments ● Can perform data analysis and evaluation of evidence ● Can engage in scientific questioning to extend thinking or to guide investigations ● Uses representations and models to communicate scientific phenomena and solve scientific problems. 115
SCIENCE Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Biology Biological Science 511N 9-12 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): Miller & Levine Biology, Savvas Learning Company (2020) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Biology course is a freshman year introductory course that is an essential introduction to the study of life and provides a foundation for further study in biology and related fields . Students will engage in a variety of activities, including lectures, laboratory experiments, discussion and projects. The expectation for this course is for students to read and critically analyze scientific literature, as well as write and present their own scientific research. Biology course will prepare students for college-level biology courses, as well as careers in medicine, biotechnology, ecology and other related fields. This course is aligned to newly adopted 2020 NJSLS standards. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Biology Honors Biological Science 511NH 9 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): Miller & Levine Biology, Savvas Learning Company (2020) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Biology Honors course is a freshman year advanced course that provides a rigorous and challenging introduction to the study of life and prepares students for further study in biology and related fields. Students will engage in a variety of activities, including lectures, laboratory experiments, discussion and projects. The expectation for this course is for students to read and critically analyze scientific literature, as well as write and present their own scientific research. This course is an excellent foundation for college level biology courses, as well as for careers in medicine, biotechnology, ecology and other related fields.This course is aligned to newly adopted 2020 NJSLS standards. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Biology Z Biological Science Bilingual Certification 511NZ 9-12 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): Miller & Levine Biology, Savvas Learning Company (2020) 116
Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Biology Z course is a freshman year introductory course for Bilingual students that is an essential introduction to the study of life and provides a foundation for further study in biology and related fields . Students will engage in a variety of activities, including lectures, laboratory experiments, discussion and projects. The expectation for this course is for students to read and critically analyze scientific literature, as well as write and present their own scientific research. Biology course will prepare students for college-level biology courses, as well as careers in medicine, biotechnology, ecology and other related fields. This course is aligned to newly adopted 2020 NJSLS standards. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Biology Biological Science 511TAP 10-12 Full Year 10 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites Biology or Biology Honors District Approved Resource(s): Campbell Biology, Savvas Learning Company (2021) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Advanced Placement Biology course is a junior year introductory college-level biology course. Throughout the course, students will develop their scientific inquiry skills, design and conduct experiments, analyze data and communicate scientific findings. AP Biology course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of biology and prepares them for further study in the life sciences. All students completing this course must take the AP exam to receive credit for the course. The course framework is aligned with the college board. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Biology Biological Science 511VAP 10-12 Full Year 7 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites Biology or Biology Honors District Approved Resource(s): Campbell Biology, Savvas Learning Company (2021) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Advanced Placement Biology course is a junior year introductory college-level biology course. Throughout the course, students will develop their scientific inquiry skills, design and conduct experiments, analyze data and communicate scientific findings. AP Biology course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of biology and prepares them for further study in the life sciences. All students completing this course must take the AP exam to receive credit for the course. The course framework is aligned with the college board. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Chemistry Chemistry/Physical Science 514N 10-11 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites Biology and Algebra 1 117
District Approved Resource(s): Experiencing Chemistry, Savvas Learning Company (2021) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Chemistry course is a sophomore year introductory course that provides an essential introduction to the study of matter and provides a foundation for further study in Chemistry and related fields. Throughout the course, students will engage in a variety of activities, including lectures, laboratory experiments, discussion and projects. The expectation of the course is that students read and critically analyze scientific literature and present their scientific research. The mathematical skills required for this course include an understanding of ratios, percent and solving problems by substitution. Chemistry course will students for college-level chemistry courses, as well as for careers in chemistry, medicine, engineering and other related fields. This course is aligned to newly adopted 2020 NJSLS standards. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Chemistry Honors Chemistry/Physical Science 514NH 10-11 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites Biology Honors and Algebra 2 Honors District Approved Resource(s): Experiencing Chemistry, Savvas Learning Company (2021) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Chemistry Honors course is a sophomore year course that provides a rigorous and challenging introduction to the study of matter and prepares students for further study in chemistry and related fields. Throughout the course, students will engage in a variety of activities, including lectures, laboratory experiments, discussion and projects. The expectation of the course is that students read and critically analyze scientific literature and present their scientific research. The mathematical skills required for this course include an understanding of ratios, percent and solving problems by substitution. Chemistry Honors course is an excellent foundation for college-level chemistry courses, as well as careers in chemistry, materials science, engineering and other related fields. This course is aligned to newly adopted 2020 NJSLS standards. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Chemistry Z Chemistry/Physical Science Bilingual Certification 514NZ 10-11 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites Biology and Algebra 1 District Approved Resource(s): Experiencing Chemistry, Savvas Learning Company (2021) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Chemistry Z course is a sophomore year introductory course that provides an essential introduction to the study of matter and provides a foundation for further study in Chemistry and related fields. Throughout the course, students will engage in a variety of activities, including lectures, laboratory experiments, discussion and 118
projects. The expectation of the course is that students read and critically analyze scientific literature and present their scientific research. The mathematical skills required for this course include an understanding of ratios, percent and solving problems by substitution. Chemistry course will students for college-level chemistry courses, as well as for careers in chemistry, medicine, engineering and other related fields. This course is aligned to newly adopted 2020 NJSLS standards. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Chemistry Chemistry/Physical Science 514TAP 11-12 Full Year 10 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites Chemistry or Chemistry H District Approved Resource(s): Chemistry: A Molecular Approach, 6th Edition, Savvas Learning Company (2023) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Advanced Placement Chemistry course is a junior or a senior level course. Throughout the course, students will develop their scientific inquiry skills, design and conduct experiments, analyze data, critical thinking, problem-solving skills and communicate scientific findings. All students completing this course must take the AP exam to receive credit for the course. The course framework is aligned with the college board. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Chemistry Chemistry/Physical Science 514VAP 11-12 Full Year 7 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites Chemistry or Chemistry H District Approved Resource(s): Chemistry: A Molecular Approach, 6th Edition, Savvas Learning Company (2023) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Advanced Placement Chemistry course is a junior or a senior level course. Throughout the course, students will develop their scientific inquiry skills, design and conduct experiments, analyze data, critical thinking, problem-solving skills and communicate scientific findings. All students completing this course must take the AP exam to receive credit for the course. The course framework is aligned with the college board. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Environmental Science Biological/Physical/ Chemistry/Physics 515N 11-12 Full Year 5 August 26, 2021 Prerequisites Biology District Approved Resource(s): Environmental Science: Your World, Your Turn, Savvas Learning Company (2021) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None 119
Description The Environmental Science course is a junior level course. Environmental Science Course explores the complex relationships between human societies and the natural world. Throughout the course, students will engage in a variety of activities, including lectures, laboratory experiments, discussion and projects. Students will be expected to read and critically analyze scientific literature and present their own scientific research. Students will also study the social, political and economic factors that influence environmental decision-making, and explore the different approaches to managing and mitigating environmental problems. This course provides a solid foundation for further study in the sciences and related fields. This course is an essential foundation for careers in environmental science, environmental policy, sustainability, and conservation, as well as for individuals who seek to make informed decisions about their own impact on the natural world. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Environmental Science Honors Biological/Physical/ Chemistry/Physics 515NH 10-12 Full Year 5 August 26, 2021 Prerequisites Biology, Chemistry, Algebra District Approved Resource(s): Environmental Science: Your World, Your Turn, Savvas Learning Company (2021) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Environmental Science Honors course is a junior level course. Environmental Science Course explores the complex relationships between human societies and the natural world. Throughout the course, students will engage in a variety of activities, including lectures, laboratory experiments, discussion and projects. Students will be expected to read and critically analyze scientific literature and present their own scientific research. Students will also study the social, political and economic factors that influence environmental decision-making, and explore the different approaches to managing and mitigating environmental problems. This course provides a solid foundation for further study in the sciences and related fields. This course is an essential foundation for careers in environmental science, environmental policy, sustainability, and conservation, as well as for individuals who seek to make informed decisions about their own impact on the natural world. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Environmental Science Z Biological/Physical/ Chemistry/Physics Bilingual Certification 515NZ 11-12 Full Year 5 August 26, 2021 Prerequisites Biology District Approved Resource(s): Environmental Science: Your World, Your Turn, Savvas Learning Company (2021) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Environmental Science Z course is a junior level course. Environmental Science Course explores the complex relationships between human societies and the natural world. Throughout the course, students will engage in a variety of activities, including lectures, laboratory experiments, discussion and projects. Students will be expected to read and critically analyze scientific literature and present their own scientific research. Students will also study the social, political and economic factors that influence environmental decision-making, and explore the different approaches to managing and mitigating environmental problems. This course provides a 120
solid foundation for further study in the sciences and related fields. This course is an essential foundation for careers in environmental science, environmental policy, sustainability, and conservation, as well as for individuals who seek to make informed decisions about their own impact on the natural world. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Environmental Science Biological/Physical/ Chemistry/Physics 515NAP 10-12 Full Year 5 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites Biology. Chemistry, Algebra District Approved Resource(s): Environment: The Science Behind the Stories, 7th Edition, Savvas Learning Company (2021) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Advanced Placement Environmental Science course is a junior or senior level course. Throughout the course, students will engage in laboratory investigations, field studies, and data analysis activities to deepen their understanding of environmental concepts and principles. Students also will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills as they analyze environmental issues and evaluate potential solutions. All students completing this course must take the AP exam to receive credit for the course. The course framework is aligned with the college board. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Physical Science Physical/Chemistry/ Physics 516N 10-11 Full Year 5 August 26, 2021 Prerequisites Biology District Approved Resource(s): Inspire Physical Science, McGraw-Hill Education (2021) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Physical Science course is a sophomore or junior level course in which students are exposed to major topics of Chemistry and Physics. Students will employ 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 throughout the course. It is recommended for students who will not be able to take Chemistry or Physics classes. This course is aligned to newly adopted 2020 NJSLS standards. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Physical Science Z Physical/Chemistry/ Physics/Bilingual Certification 516NZ 10-11 Full Year 5 August 26, 2021 Prerequisites Biology District Approved Resource(s): Inspire Physical Science, McGraw-Hill Education (2021) 121
Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Physical Science Z course is a sophomore or junior level course in which students are exposed to major topics of Chemistry and Physics. Students will employ 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 throughout the course. It is recommended for students who will not be able to take Chemistry or Physics classes. This course is aligned to newly adopted 2020 NJSLS standards. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Physics Physics/Physical Science 513N 11-12 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites Algebra I District Approved Resource(s): Experiencing Physics, Savvas Learning Company (2022) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Physics course is a junior or senior level course that provides an introduction to the fundamental principles of physics. Throughout the course, students will engage in a variety of activities, including lectures, laboratory experiments, discussions and projects. The expectation for the course is that students will be able to read and critically analyze scientific literature , as well as write and present their own scientific research. This course is an essential foundation for further study in the sciences, as well as for careers in engineering, medicine and other related fields. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Physics Honors Physics/Physical Science 513NH 11-12 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites Algebra I District Approved Resource(s): Experiencing Physics, Savvas Learning Company (2022) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Physics Honors course is a junior or senior level rigorous course that provides a more in-depth and challenging exploration of the principles of physics than a general physics course. Throughout the course, students will engage in a variety of activities, including lectures, laboratory experiments, discussions and projects. The expectation for the course is that students will be able to read and critically analyze scientific literature , as well as write and present their own scientific research. This course is designed to challenge students and prepare them for more advanced study in physics, engineering and related fields that require deep understanding of physics. 122
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Physics Z Physics/Physical Science Bilingual Certification 513NZ 11-12 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites Algebra I District Approved Resource(s): Experiencing Physics, Savvas Learning Company (2022) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Physics Z course is a junior or senior level course that provides an introduction to the fundamental principles of physics. Throughout the course, students will engage in a variety of activities, including lectures, laboratory experiments, discussions and projects. The expectation for the course is that students will be able to read and critically analyze scientific literature , as well as write and present their own scientific research. This course is an essential foundation for further study in the sciences, as well as for careers in engineering, medicine and other related fields. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Physics 1 Physics/Physical Science 513NAP 11-12 Full Year 5 Credits June 15, 2023 Prerequisites Geometry and presently taking Algebra 2 District Approved Resource(s): College Physics: A Strategic Approach, Savvas Learning Company (2023) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Advanced Placement Physics 1 course is a junior or senior level course that provides an in-depth study of the fundamental principles of physics. AP Physics 1 course focuses on the fundamental principles of physics, including kinematics, dynamics, work, energy, and momentum. Students will explore the principles of physics in greater depth and complexity with emphasis on mathematical analysis and problem-solving. Students will also develop their experimental and analytical skills through laboratory activities and projects. All students completing this course must take the AP exam to receive credit for the course. AP Physics 1 is a rigorous course that prepares students for college-level study in physics and related fields. It is an essential foundation for further study in the sciences as well as for careers in engineering, medicine, and other related fields that require a deep understanding of physics. The course framework is aligned with the college board. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Physics 1 Physics/Physical Science 513VAP 11-12 Full Year 7 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites Geometry and presently taking Algebra 2 District Approved Resource(s): College Physics: A Strategic Approach, Savvas Learning Company (2023) 123
Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Advanced Placement Physics 1 course is a junior or senior level course that provides an in-depth study of the fundamental principles of physics. AP Physics 1 course focuses on the fundamental principles of physics, including kinematics, dynamics, work, energy, and momentum. Students will explore the principles of physics in greater depth and complexity with emphasis on mathematical analysis and problem-solving. Students will also develop their experimental and analytical skills through laboratory activities and projects. All students completing this course must take the AP exam to receive credit for the course. AP Physics 1 is a rigorous course that prepares students for college-level study in physics and related fields. It is an essential foundation for further study in the sciences as well as for careers in engineering, medicine, and other related fields that require a deep understanding of physics. The course framework is aligned with the college board. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Physics C: Mechanics Physics/Physical Science 513NAPC 11-12 Full Year 5 Credits June 15, 2023 Prerequisites Physics H or AP Physics 1 and Presently taking Calculus AB or Calculus BC District Approved Resource(s): Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics, 5th Edition, Savvas Learning Company (2022) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Advanced Placement Physics C: Mechanics course is a junior or senior level calculus-based, college-level physics course. Students will develop their in-depth knowledge acquired in AP Physics 1 class and explore circular motion, oscillations, and gravitation. Students will engage in a variety of activities, including lectures, laboratory experiments, discussions and projects. AP Physics C: Mechanics is a rigorous course that prepares students who plan to major in physics or engineering in college. All students completing this course must take the AP exam to receive credit for the course. The course framework is aligned with the college board. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Introduction to Research Biological, Physical, Physics, Chemistry, Environmental 530N 9 Full Year 5 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): Students and Research: Practical Strategies for Science Classrooms and Competitions, 4th ed., J. Cothron, R. Giese and R. Rezba, Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company ©2006. Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Introduction to Research course is a freshman year course. This course aims to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to the research process. Students will learn how to identify research problems, develop research questions, and design and implement research projects. They will also learn how to collect and analyze data using a range of quantitative and qualitative research methods and communicate their research findings effectively through written reports, presentations and other means. This course is aligned to NGSS standards. 124
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Research Seminar College Board Certification 535NAP 11 Full Year 5 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites College Board Materials District Approved Resource(s): Students and Research: Practical Strategies for Science Classrooms and Competitions, 4th ed., J. Cothron, R. Giese and R. Rezba, Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company ©2006. Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The AP Research Seminar course, the second course in the AP Capstone experience, taken in junior or senior year, 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. The course framework is aligned to the College Board. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Independent Research 1 Biological, Physical, Physics, Chemistry, Environmental 531N 10 Full Year 5 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): Students and Research: Practical Strategies for Science Classrooms and Competitions, 4th ed., J. Cothron, R. Giese and R. Rezba, Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company ©2006. Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Independent Research 1 course is a sophomore year course designed for students who are interested in conducting independent research in a particular field of study. This course provides students to explore a topic of interest in -depth, develop research skills and gain experience in scientific inquiry. Throughout the course, students will work independently on their research projects with guidance and feedback from their instructor. By the end of the course, students will have gained a solid understanding of the scientific research process and be able to apply this knowledge to future research projects. They will also have developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills that are essential for success in scientific research.This course is aligned to NGSS standards. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Independent Research 2 Biological, Physical, Physics, Chemistry, Environmental 532N 11 Full Year 5 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites Independent Research 1 125
District Approved Resource(s): Students and Research: Practical Strategies for Science Classrooms and Competitions, 4th ed., J. Cothron, R. Giese and R. Rezba, Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company ©2006. Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Independent Research 2 course is a junior year course that builds upon the skills and knowledge developed in Independent Research 1. In this course students will continue to work on independent research projects in their chosen field of study, with a focus on more advanced research methods and data analysis techniques. Throughout the course, students will work independently on their research projects with guidance and feedback from their instructor. By the end of the course, students will have gained an in-depth understanding of the scientific research process, advanced research methods and statistical analysis, and effective communication skills that are essential for success in scientific research. They will also have developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills that are transferable to a variety of fields. This course is aligned to NGSS standards Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Independent Research 3 Biological, Physical, Physics, Chemistry, Environmental 533N 12 Full Year 5 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites Independent Research 1, 2 District Approved Resource(s): Students and Research: Practical Strategies for Science Classrooms and Competitions, 4th ed., J. Cothron, R. Giese and R. Rezba, Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company ©2006. Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Independent Research 3 course is a senior year course that builds upon the skills and knowledge developed in Independent Research 1 and 2. In this course, students will work on independent research projects that will culminate in a presentation at a research symposium, publication in a peer-reviewed journal or submission to a national/international science fair. Throughout the course, students will receive guidance and feedback from their instructor and peers as they work on their independent research projects. By the end of the course, students will have gained an in-depth understanding of the scientific research process, advanced research methods and statistical analysis, and effective communication skills that are essential for success in scientific research. They will also have developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills that are transferable to a variety of fields. This course is aligned to NGSS standards Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Forensic Science BiologicalScience / Physical Science 534N 11 Full Year 5 August 26, 2021 Prerequisites Biology, Chemistry District Approved Resource(s): Forensic Science: An Introduction, 4th Edition, Savvas Learning Company (2022) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Forensic Science course is a junior or senior year course designed for students who are interested in learning about the scientific methods used to investigate crimes and analyze evidence. This course provides opportunity 126
for students to explore a variety of forensic techniques and gain a foundational understanding of the criminal justice system. Throughout the course, students will work on simulated crime scenes and conduct experiments to learn about forensic techniques. By the end of the course, students will have gained a solid understanding of the scientific methods used in forensic investigations and be able to apply this knowledge to future investigations. They will also have developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills that are essential for success in forensic science and other scientific fields. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Forensic Science Honors Biological Science/Physical Science 534NH 11 Full Year 5 August 26, 2021 Prerequisites Biology, Chemistry District Approved Resource(s): Forensic Science: An Introduction, 4th Edition, Savvas Learning Company (2022) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Forensic Science Honors course is a junior or senior year course designed for students who are interested in learning about the scientific methods used to investigate crimes and analyze evidence. This course provides opportunity for students to explore a variety of forensic techniques and gain a foundational understanding of the criminal justice system. Throughout the course, students will work on simulated crime scenes and conduct experiments to learn about forensic techniques. By the end of the course, students will have gained a solid understanding of the scientific methods used in forensic investigations and be able to apply this knowledge to future investigations. They will also have developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills that are essential for success in forensic science and other scientific fields. Students will also have the opportunity to pursue independent research projects in forensic science and present their findings to their peers and instructors. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Bioethics Biological Science 553N 11-12 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites Biology District Approved Resource(s): PDF of book. https://bit.ly/3tWCYN0 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Bioethics course is a junior or senior year course that explores the ethical issues that arise in the field of biology and medicine. This course provides an opportunity for students to explore the intersection of biology, medicine, and ethics, and to develop an understanding of how to navigate complex ethical dilemmas. The course covers topics such as introduction to bioethics, ethics and genetics, ethics and reproduction, ethics and research, ethics and end-of-life cae and contemporary ethical issues. Throughout the course, students will analyze case studies and engage in discussions to explore ethical dilemmas and potential solutions. By the end of the course, students will have gained an understanding of the ethical principles that underpin the field of bioethics and be able to apply this knowledge to real-world ethical dilemmas. They will also have developed critical thinking and communication skills that are essential for success in the field of bioethics and other fields that require ethical reasoning. This course is aligned to newly adopted 2020 NJSLS standards. 127
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Anatomy and Physiology Biological Science 572N 11-12 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites Biology District Approved Resource(s): Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology, 13th Edition, Savvas Learning Company (2022) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Anatomy and Physiology course is a junior or senior level course that provides an in-depth study of the structure and function of the human body. The course is designed to prepare students for further study in the sciences, particularly in the fields of biology, medicine and related health sciences. Topics covered in this course typically include cellular anatomy & Physiology, histology, musculoskeletal system, the nervous system, endocrine system, circulatory system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system. The course emphasizes the integration of structure and function, and the analysis of relationships between organ systems. This course is a rigorous course that provides a solid foundation for further study in the sciences, particularly in biology, medicine, and related health sciences. It provides a foundation for careers in medicine, nursing, physical therapy, and other related fields that require a deep understanding of the structure and function of human body. This course is aligned to newly adopted 2020 NJSLS standards. Link to table of contents 128
Social Studies Required Social Studies Credits for Graduation Credits Required for Graduation/Attainment of NJ HS Diploma 15 Credits* Credits Required for Graduation/Attainment of all JCPS HS Diplomas 15 Credits* *2 Years of seat time in US History and one year of seat time in World History Required Social Studies Course Sequence Grade(s) General Honors Bilingual/ESL Advance Placement 9-10 World History and Cultures 214N - 5 Credits World History and Cultures Honors 214NH - 5 Credits World History and Cultures Z 214NZ - 5 Credits AP Modern World History 214 NAP - 5 Credits AP Modern World History 214 TAP - 10 Credits 10-11 US History I 212N - 5 Credits US History I H 212NH - 5 Credits US History I Z 212NZF - 5 Credits AP US History 1 215NAP - 5 Credits (Students will receive Honors AP US History 1 credit) 215NAP - 5 Credits 11-12 US History II 213N - 5 Credits US History II H 213NH - 5 Credits US History II Z 213NZ - 5 Credits AP US History II 216NAP - 5 Credits AP US History II 216NAP - 5 Credits AP US History 281TAP - 10 Credits Total Credits 15 15-20 15 15 HS Grade Course All High Schools 9-12 Financial Literacy 277S - 2.5 Credits Please Note: Financial Literacy Course #277S is a NJDOE graduation requirement for ALL students HS Grade Course LHS 9 Introduction to the Foundation of Law 250N - 5 Credits 10 The Great Trials of History 256N - 5 Credits Credits 10 129
Social Studies Electives Grades General Electives 9-12 Black Voices and the American Story 272S - 2.5 Credits Black Voices and the American Story 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 Contemporary Social Justice 275S - 2.5 Credits Contemporary Social Justice 275N - 5 Credits Credits 2.5-5 Grades Honors Electives 9-12 International Relations Honors 274NH - 5 Credits 11-12 AP Human Geography 288NAP - 5 Credits AP US Government And Politics 283NAP - 5 Credits AP Microeconomics 282NAP - 5 Credits AP Macroeconomics 285NAP - 5 Credits AP African American Studies 287NAP - 5 Credits Credits 5 130
The table below outlines the areas of consideration for admission to AP Humanities courses for the 2023-2024 school year. District Criteria for Placement in an AP Social Studies Course Consideration 1 ● A student going from a General Education class to an AP class should have an 85 or above in the previous course. A student moving from an honors course to an AP course should have an 80 or above in the previous course. Consideration 2 ● Evaluate the student’s PSAT score (if available): The Evidence-Based Reading and Writing score of at least 500 is the first indicator that the course is a good fit. Consideration 3 ● If a student is slightly less than a PSAT score of 500, check the student’s NJSLA scores (if available) 750 or above for the NJSLA score in language arts. Consideration 4 ● If both NJSLA scores and PSAT scores are just below the benchmark, PSAT 480- 500 and the NJSLA score is 725-750, 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 VP and/or the School Counselor has a documented conference with the child to outline expectations. A clear plan for support should be outlined and reviewed with the student and parent/guardian. Consideration 5 ● District teacher recommendation checklist is provided. Criteria for an AP Social Studies course: AP US History, AP Modern World, AP Government and Politics, AP Micro and Macro, AP Human Geography, AP African American Studies Below Average (1) Average (2) Good (3) Excellent (4) Academic AchievementThe student has a strong work ethic. Disciplined Work Habits-The student exhibits good time management and organization. The student can keep- up with multiple education platforms. Maturity- The student is accepting of alternate points of view and diverse perspectives.The student is prepared for the level of academic 131
rigor, content and course expectations. Initiative and Independence -The student shows initiative for learning beyond course requirements and assignments. Ex. Taking advantage of enrichment, using supplemental materials, following current events, independent reading, gaining background knowledge contained in course material. The student is receptive to feedback and the views of others. The student is productive in academic class discussions. Quality of writing (ability to analyze text) Students can move beyond paraphrase, literal meaning, reading comprehension toward analysis, elaborating, and forming original, defensible arguments. 132
SOCIAL STUDIES Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval US History I Teacher of Social Studies 212N 10-11 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): ● HMH Social Studies American History, 2018 ● Newsela (online resource) ● Choices (online resource) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The US History I 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 Industrialization through World War II. 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 Board Approval US History I Honors Teacher of Social Studies 212NH 10-11 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): ● HMH Social Studies American History, 2018 ● Newsela (online resource) ● Choices (online resource) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The US History I Honors 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 Industrialization through World War II. 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 Board Approval US History I Z Teacher of Social Studies/Bilingual 212NZ 10-11 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites None 133
District Approved Resource(s): ● HMH Social Studies American History, 2018 ● Newsela (online resource) ● Choices (online resource) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The US History I Z 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 Industrialization through World War II. 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. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval US History II Teacher of Social Studies 213N 11-12 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites US History 1 District Approved Resource(s): ● HMH Social Studies American History, 2018 ● Newsela (online resource) ● Choices (online resource) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The US History II course 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 Cold War 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 Board Approval US History II Honors Teacher of Social Studies 213NH 11-12 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites US History 1 District Approved Resource(s): ● HMH Social Studies American History, 2018 ● Newsela (online resource) ● Choices (online resource) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None 134
Description The US History II course Honors 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 Cold War 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 Board Approval US History II Z Teacher of Social Studies/Bilingual 213NZ 11-12 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites US History 1 District Approved Resource(s): ● HMH Social Studies American History, 2018 ● Newsela (online resource) ● Choices (online resource) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The US History II Z course 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 Cold War 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 Board Approval World History and Cultures Teacher of Social Studies 214N 9-10 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites US History 1, 2 District Approved Resource(s): ● HMH Social Studies World History, 2018 ● Newsela (online resource) ● Choices (online resource) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The World History and Cultures 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. 135
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval World History and Cultures Honors Teacher of Social Studies 214NH 9-10 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites US History 1, 2 District Approved Resource(s): ● HMH Social Studies World History, 2018 ● Newsela (online resource) ● Choices (online resource) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The World History and Cultures Honors 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. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval World History and Cultures Z Teacher of Social Studies/Bilingual 214NZ 9-10 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites US History 1, 2 District Approved Resource(s): ● HMH Social Studies World History, 2018 ● Newsela (online resource) ● Choices (online resource) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The World History and Cultures Z 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. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Modern World History Teacher of Social Studies 214NAP 9-10 Full Year 5 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites AP US History, US History Honors, World Cultures Honors 136
District Approved Resource(s): Ways of the World , Strayer, Nelson, 2019 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The AP Modern World History course is for students to investigate significant events, individuals, developments, and processes from 1200 to the present. Students develop and use the same skills, practices, 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 over time. The course provides six themes that students explore throughout the course in order to make connections among 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. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Modern World History Teacher of Social Studies 214TAP 9-10 Full Year 10 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites AP US History, US History Honors, World Cultures Honors District Approved Resource(s): Ways of the World , Strayer, Nelson, 2019 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The AP Modern World History course is for students to investigate significant events, individuals, developments, and processes from 1200 to the present. Students develop and use the same skills, practices, 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 over time. The course provides six themes that students explore throughout the course in order to make connections among 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. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP US History I Teacher of Social Studies 215NAP 10-11 Full Year 5 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites AP Criteria District Approved Resource(s): Give Me Liberty, Eric Foner, 2019 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The AP U.S. History I course is for students to 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 137
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. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP US History II Teacher of Social Studies 216NAP 11-12 Full Year 5 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites AP Criteria District Approved Resource(s): Give Me Liberty, Eric Foner, 2019 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The AP U.S. History II course is for students to 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. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP US History Teacher of Social Studies 281TAP 11-12 Full Year 10 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites AP Criteria District Approved Resource(s): Give Me Liberty, Eric Foner, 2019 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The AP U.S. History course is for students to 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. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Human Geography Teacher of Social Studies 288NAP 11-12 Full Year 5 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites AP Criteria 138
District Approved Resource(s): Cultural Landscape, The: An Introduction to Human Geography, 11th EditionJames M. Rubenstein, 2020 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The AP Human Geography course introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of Earth’s surface. Students employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine socio economic organization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their research and applications. The curriculum reflects the goals of the National Geography Standards (2012). Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP US Government and Politics Teacher of Social Studies 283NAP 11-12 Full Year 5 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites AP Criteria District Approved Resource(s): American Government Institutions and Policies by James Q. Wilson published by Cengage, 2018 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The AP U.S. Government and Politics course provides a college-level, nonpartisan introduction to key political concepts, ideas, institutions, policies, interactions, roles, and behaviors that characterize the constitutional system and political culture of the United States. Students will study U.S. foundational documents, Supreme Court decisions, and other texts and visuals to gain an understanding of the relationships and interactions among political institutions, processes, and behaviors. They will also engage in disciplinary practices that require them to read and interpret data, make comparisons and applications, and develop evidence-based arguments. In addition, they will complete a political science research or applied civics project. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Microeconomics Teacher of Social Studies or Business 282NAP 11-12 Full Year 5 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites AP Criteria District Approved Resource(s): Krugman's Economics for the AP® Course, 3e, Anderson, Ray, 2019 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The AP Microeconomics course is a college-level course that introduces students to the principles of economics that apply to the functions of individual economic decision-makers. The course also develops students’ familiarity with the operation of product and factor markets, distributions of income, market failure, and the role of government in promoting greater efficiency and equity in the economy. Students learn to use graphs, charts, and data to analyze, describe, and explain economic concepts. 139
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP Macroeconomics Teacher of Social Studies or Business 285NAP 11-12 Full Year 5 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites AP Criteria District Approved Resource(s): Krugman's Economics for the AP® Course, 3e, Anderson, Ray, 2019 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The AP Macroeconomics course is a college-level course that introduces students to the principles that apply to an economic system as a whole. The course places particular emphasis on the study of national income and price-level determination. It also develops students’ familiarity with economic performance measures, the financial sector, stabilization policies, economic growth, and international economics. Students learn to use graphs, charts, and data to analyze, describe, and explain economic concepts. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Introduction to the Foundation of Law Teacher of Social Studies 250N 9 Full Year 5 December 15, 2011 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): Street Law: Understanding Law and Legal Issues, McGraw Hill, 2011 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Introduction to the Foundation of Law course introduces students to the evolution of our legal system by examining the history of rules, codes, and laws. The student is also expected to recognize the philosophical concepts of authority, justice and responsibility as related to our legal system. The methodology of legal research will be taught and students will utilize this knowledge to complete term projects. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval The Great Trials of History Teacher of Social Studies 256N 10 Full Year 5 December 15, 2011 Prerequisites Introduction to the Foundation of Law District Approved Resource(s): Combination of open-sources and curated texts. Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Great Trials of History course is a project-based course that examines dramatic courtroom cases. These trials, however, were more than just drama. In some cases, such as the case of Socrates, they underscored important ethical issues which transcend time and place. Other trials covered in this curriculum reflect periods of crisis in history. In some instances, they foreshadowed what was to come. One example is that of John Brown. In this 140
curriculum we have used a project-based methodology. In keeping with the Grant Wiggins maxim, “Two of our most important goals as educators and curriculum writers are to develop important transferable skills and to foster students’ autonomy.” To that end, we have suggested that teachers use a variety of project designs that will achieve noteworthy objectives. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Black Voices and the American Story Teacher of Social Studies 272S 9-12 Semester 2.5 June 14, 2018 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): ● Black History 365, Freeman, Milton, 2020 ● Combination of open-sources and curated texts via google drive. Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Black Voices and the American Story course examines the struggle for civil rights and equal opportunity by African Americans, from the start of WWII to the present day. It examines the historical context in which the most visible activists for change, African Americans, made gains against disenfranchisement, lynching, de facto and de jure discrimination, and the lack of economic opportunity. Initially African Americans used organization, litigation, and nonviolent tactics to confront the South’s policies of segregation and racial equality. Civil rights activists broke down numerous racial barriers through continued social protest and prompting of landmark legislation. Frustrated with the slow pace of change in the South and the North, the Civil Rights Movement changed, with new leaders, different agendas, including more militant strategies. Blacks were not alone. Women, Latinos, immigrants, gays, and others pushed for greater freedoms and rights in this period. While all of these groups have made clear gains, there are still barriers to equality and opportunity today. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Black Voices and the American Story Teacher of Social Studies 272N 9-12 Full Year 5 June 14, 2018 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): ● Black History 365, Freeman, Milton, 2020 ● Combination of open-sources and curated texts. Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Black Voices and the American Story course examines the struggle for civil rights and equal opportunity by African Americans, from the start of WWII to the present day. It examines the historical context in which the most visible activists for change, African Americans, made gains against disenfranchisement, lynching, de facto and de jure discrimination, and the lack of economic opportunity. Initially African Americans used organization, litigation, and nonviolent tactics to confront the South’s policies of segregation and racial equality. Civil rights activists broke down numerous racial barriers through continued social protest and prompting of landmark legislation. Frustrated with the slow pace of change in the South and the North, the Civil Rights Movement changed, with new leaders, different agendas, including more militant strategies. Blacks were not alone. Women, Latinos, immigrants, gays, and others pushed for greater freedoms and rights in this period. While all of these groups have made clear gains, there are still barriers to equality and opportunity today. 141
Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Introduction to Human Behavior Teacher of Social Studies 218S 9-12 Semester 2.5 June 14, 2018 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): Thinking about Psychology, Blair-Broeker, Ernst, 2019 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Introduction to Human Behavior course is the systematic study of the human condition. The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the content, terminology, methodology, and application of the discipline. This course contains an introduction followed by four units based on the physiological, cognitive, behavioral, and affective domains of psychology. Moreover, the course stresses the application of academic content to the student’s life. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Introduction to Human Behavior Teacher of Social Studies 218N 9-12 Full Year 5 June 14, 2018 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): Thinking about Psychology, Blair-Broeker, Ernst, 2019 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Introduction to Human Behavior course is the systematic study of the human condition. The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the content, terminology, methodology, and application of the discipline. This course contains an introduction followed by four units based on the physiological, cognitive, behavioral, and affective domains of psychology. Moreover, the course stresses the application of academic content to the student’s life. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Philosophy Teacher of Social Studies 217S 9-12 Semester 2.5 March 15, 2018 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): Combination of open-sources and curated texts via google drive. Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None 142
Description The Philosophy course is for students to participate in an introductory study of philosophy. They examine the concepts of thinking, how we know what we know, ethics, the mind body connection and participate in structured seminars. Students are introduced to philosophers and their beliefs. This course challenges students to engage with deep thinking as well as writing. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Philosophy Teacher of Social Studies 217N 9-12 Full Year 5 March 15, 2018 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): Combination of open-sources and curated texts via google drive. Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Philosophy course is for students to participate in an introductory study of philosophy. They examine the concepts of thinking, how we know what we know, ethics, the mind body connection and participate in structured seminars. Students are introduced to philosophers and their beliefs. This course challenges students to engage with deep thinking as well as writing. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Women’s Studies Teacher of Social Studies 273S 9-12 Semester 2.5 December 15, 2011 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): Combination of open-sources and curated texts via google drive. Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Women’s Studies course is for students to engage with “herstory,” the history of American Women and their experiences. Students learn the history of feminism and grasp the concepts and history of both first and second wave feminism. Students study both the well known and lesser known leaders in the women’s suffrage and equal rights movements. Through research and project based assessment, students demonstrate their ability to work with complex text and lesser known history in the United States. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Women’s Studies Teacher of Social Studies 273N 9-12 Full Year 5 December 15, 2011 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): Combination of open-sources and curated texts via google drive. Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None 143
Description The Women’s Studies course is for students to engage with “herstory,” the history of American Women and their experiences. Students learn the history of feminism and grasp the concepts and history of both first and second wave feminism. Students study both the well known and lesser known leaders in the women’s suffrage and equal rights movements. Through research and project based assessment, students demonstrate their ability to work with complex text and lesser known history in the United States. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval AP African American Studies Teacher of Social Studies 287NAP 11-12 Full Year 5 June 15, 2023 Prerequisites AP Criteria District Approved Resource(s): TBD Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The AP African American Studies course is an interdisciplinary course that examines the diversity of African American experiences through direct encounters with authentic and varied sources. Students explore key topics that extend from early African kingdoms to the ongoing challenges and achievements of the contemporary moment. Given the interdisciplinary character of African American studies, students in the course will develop skills across multiple fields, with an emphasis on developing historical, literary, visual, and data analysis skills. This course foregrounds a study of the diversity of Black communities in the United States within the broader context of Africa and the African diaspora. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval International Relations Honors Teacher of Social Studies 274NH 9 - 12 Full Year 5 May 25, 2023 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): The Choices (online resource) Program Newsela (online resource) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The International Relations Honors course is a modern world history course that will focus on skills of debate, policy proposal and case studies to prepare students to participate in Model United Nations. Students will learn about the establishment of the contemporary world following World War II and the creation of the United Nations. The course focuses on national sovereignty and independence movements, economic interdependence and humanitarian issues. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Contemporary Social Justice Teacher of Social Studies 275S 9 - 12 Semester 2.5 May 25, 2023 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): The Choices (online resource) Program Newsela (online resource) 144
Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Contemporary Social Justice course is a modern history course with both a United States and world perspective. In this course, students will focus on media literacy, human rights, racial justice, migration, and environmental justice. This course will focus on case studies of current events to help students better understand our country and the world. Students will have the opportunity to engage with contemporary issues that require civic action and reform. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Contemporary Social Justice Teacher of Social Studies 275N 9 - 12 Full Year 5 May 25, 2023 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): The Choices (online resource) Program Newsela (online resource) Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Contemporary Social Justice course is a modern history course with both a United States and world perspective. In this course, students will focus on media literacy, human rights, racial justice, migration, and environmental justice. This course will focus on case studies of current events to help students better understand our country and the world. Students will have the opportunity to engage with contemporary issues that require civic action and reform. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Financial Literacy Teacher of Business, Mathematics & Social Studies 277S 9-12 Semester 2.5 May 25, 2023 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): Online resources are embedded in Next Gen Personal Finance Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Financial Literacy course offers students an overview of behavioral economics, financial planning, and investing. Students will study financial planning objectively, requiring them to regard all aspects of financial planning as relevant to a potential client. Students will address the importance of financial planning in helping people reach their life goals, setting personal financial goals and a budget, the ethical code of certified financial planners, time-and-money relationships, and tax-reduction strategies. The course includes lessons on saving, borrowing, credit, and all types of insurance. It covers various types of investments, including income and growth investments, and discusses retirement and estate planning. Link to table of contents 145
Visual & Performing Arts Required Visual & Performing Arts Credits for Graduation Credits Required for Graduation/Attainment of NJ HS Diploma 5 Credits Credits Required for Graduation/Attainment of JCPS HS Diploma (Dickinson, Ferris, Liberty, Innovation, Snyder & Lincoln) 5 Credits Credits Required for Graduation/Attainment of JCPS HS Diploma (McNair & Infinity) 10 Credits Required Visual & Performing Arts - Dance Course Sequence HS SLC Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade12 Snyder Dance Foundations Dance Foundations 1 801N - 5 Credits Dance Foundations 2 802N - 5 Credits Dance Foundations 3 803T - 10 Credits Dance Foundations 4 804T - 10 Credits Credits 5 5 10 10 Visual and Performing Arts Courses to Meet VPA Graduation Requirements Grades General Advance Placement 9-12 Ceramics 966N - 5 Credits AP Art History 965NAP - 5 Credits Creative Development in Visual Art 960N - 5 Credits AP Music Theory 990NAP - 5 Credits Drawing and Printmaking 962N - 5 Credits Fine Arts & Technology 1 825N - 5 Credits Fine Arts & Technology 2 826N - 5 Credits Mural Design 980N - 5 Credits Painting Fundamentals 963N - 5 Credits Sculpture 964N - 5 Credits Exploring Music 973N - 5 Credits 146
Keyboard Methods 976N - 5 Credits Guitar Methods 979N - 5 Credits Music Technology and Communication 927N - 5 Credits Band 1 977N - 5 Credits Band 2 935N - 5 Credits Band 3 936N - 5 Credits Band 4 937N - 5 Credits Choral Music 1 978N - 5 Credits Choral Music 2 939N - 5 Credits Choral Music 3 940N - 5 Credits Choral Music 4 888N - 5 Credits Introduction To Dance 805N - 5 Credits Dance Ensemble 806N - 5 Credits 147
VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Creative Development in Visual Art Teacher of Art 960N 9-12 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): ● Gardner's Art Through the Ages, 16th Ed. Fred Kleiner, Ph.D. c. 2020 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Creative Development in Visual Art course is offered to students in grades 9-12 with no prerequisite.This studio based course incorporates art history, diverse cultural representations, influences and implications, art criticism and aesthetics to establish a greater comprehension of the elements and the principles of design conceptually and skillfully. The studio component focuses on the utilization of drawing, painting, and three-dimensional and digital works of art to better understand and apply the elements and principles of design. This course addresses the 2020 NJSLS for Visual and Performing Arts (NJSLS-VPA) through the four artistic processes: creating, performing/presenting/producing, responding, and connecting. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Drawing and Printmaking Teacher of Art 962N 9-12 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): ● Experience Printmaking by Donna Anderson, c. 2010 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Drawing and Printmaking course is offered to students in grades 9-12 with no prerequisite.This is an introductory course for students to learn drawing and printmaking techniques. Students are exposed to printmaking techniques such as silk screening, two-color relief printing, and monotype. Students will also experience an array of drawing media and techniques to help facilitate their artwork production. This course addresses the 2020 NJSLS for Visual and Performing Arts (NJSLS-VPA) through the four artistic processes: creating, performing/presenting/producing, responding, and connecting. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Painting Fundamentals Teacher of Art 963N 9-12 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): ● Experience Painting by John Howell White, c. 2015 148
Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Painting Fundamentals course is offered to students in grades 9-12 with no prerequisite. Students learn traditional painting techniques in direct methods of application. Acrylics, oils, pastels, and watercolor are the media being explored. Students will be instructed in a variety of painting techniques including but not limited to: traditional glazing, impostor, textured painting, direct painting, contemporary methods of acrylic and watercolor applications. This course addresses the 2020 NJSLS for Visual and Performing Arts (NJSLS-VPA) through the four artistic processes: creating, performing/presenting/producing, responding, and connecting. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Sculpture Teacher of Art 964N 10-12 Full Year 5 June 23, 2022 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): ● Beginning Sculpture, Arthur Williams, c. 2005 Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Sculpture course is offered to students in grades 9-12 with no prerequisite. This course is designed to explore and create a variety of three dimensional projects. Students integrate aesthetics, art criticism, studio production, and art history to create form, space, and function in a variety of media. This course addresses the 2020 NJSLS for Visual and Performing Arts (NJSLS-VPA) through the four artistic processes: creating, performing/presenting/producing, responding, and connecting. Course Name Certification Course # Grade Term Credits Board Approval Fine Arts and Technology 1 Teacher of Art 825N 9-12 Full Year 5 May 26, 2022 Prerequisites None District Approved Resource(s): ● Procreate Course Type Career & Technical Education (CTE) National Academy Foundation (NAF) Perkins Dual Enrollment Certificate None None None None None Description The Fine Arts and Technology 1 course is offered to students in grades 9-12 with no prerequisite. Fine Art is the core approach to using digital platforms. Students will use a variety of art applications such as Procreate and various Adobe apps. Students will be afforded the opportunity to explore the fundamentals of fine arts through powerful digital drawing and painting applications. For anyone considering a future in the visual arts, or simply enjoys visual technology, they will find this course to be invaluable. Students will meet the graduation requirement for visual arts as they explore technological art tools and relate it to the elements of art and principles of design and master an understanding of aesthetics, art history, art criticism and studio production. This course addresses the 2020 NJSLS for Visual and Performing Arts (NJSLS-VPA) through the four artistic processes: creating, performing/presenting/producing, responding, and connecting. 149