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Deptford Township Public Schools

DEPTFORD TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL

COURSE BULLETIN

2017-2018

Program of Studies

Grades 9 12

Deptford Township High School 2017 2018 Course Bulletin

PROGRAM OF STUDIES GRADES 9 12

Contents

Page

Mission Statement

1

Administration

2

Letter Superintendent

School Choice

3-4

5

Graduation Requirements

6-7

Progress Towards Graduation

8

Promotion Requirements

9

Developing Your Schedule

9

Guidelines for Course Selections

10

Guideline for Student Advancement

10

Grading System

11

Summer School

12

Class Rank and Grade Point Average Calculation

13

Change of Course Policy

14

Dual Credit Agreement

15

Banking College Credits

15

Option II

15

AVID

16

Credit Requirement for Eligibility for Activities

16

College-Bound Student Athletes

17-18

Course Offering Matrices by Department

19-27

English Language Arts

English As A Second Language (ESL)

28-34

34

Mathematics

35-40

Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC)

41-42

Personalized Learning Opportunities:

Apprenticeship Training for Career

College Course(s)

Teacher Assistant Program

Senior Instructional Leadership

Volunteerism/Community Service

43

43

44

44

45

45

Physical Education and Health

46-47

Academy of Engineering and Computer Science

Academy of Biomedical Sciences and Nursing/Allied Health

STEAM Track

48-55

56-61

62-63

Science

64-72

Social Studies

73-79

Special Education

80-81

Spartan School of Business

82

21st Century Life and Careers/Career-Technical Education

Business Education

Computer Technology

Family & Consumer Science

Industrial Technology Education

DTHS Vocational-Technical Education

83

83-86

87-88

89-90

91-94

95

Visual and Performing Arts:

Art

Music

Theater

96

97-100

101-104

105

World Language

106-108

Gloucester County Institute of Technology (GCIT)

109

http://www.deptford.k12.nj.us

Deptford Township Public Schools

Our Vision

Deptford Township High School

Improved Ship on an Enhanced Course, Impacting All!

Our Mission

The reality of this educational environment can be a daunting one. There are days when the way is crystal clear without a storm in sight and then there are days when there are tumultuous storms ongoing or on the horizon. Envision Deptford Township High School as a large ship navigating these unpredictable seas.

Like a ship, Deptford Township High School has a projected course that is to have all functions of the ship work together to arrive at a place where all students learn, value their education and succeed. The mission of Deptford Township High School is to develop, cultivate, guide, and mature young individuals for the rigors of today's society and to be productive citizens in the 21st century.It is the mission of Deptford Township High School to foster learning through rigorous curriculum, creative teaching, and the use of data to create the necessary conversations and corresponding actions to redefine the expectations for the students in DTHS. The task is large but the workers are many, from the teachers, to the parents, to the administration, we are the caretakers for the students that walk through the doors of Deptford Township High School. It is our responsibility to take all the students who walk the hallways of DTHS, and prepare them to be the best they can in their post high school endeavors.

In our technology rich society, the student population is ever changing. In order to provide the best educational experience for all students, we as educators must be on the cutting edge also. DTHS strives to be state of the art in its facilities providing top of the line resources for all stakeholders involved in the running of the building. It is essential to show the community that DTHS is "the place to be," in all facets of the educational environment. In order to allow the winds of change to propel our sails, we must release the anchors of ideas inherited from the past in order to soar into the twenty first century.

The ship is large but the direction is clear. As with a huge cruise liner, a 180 degree rotation would take an enormous amount of time and energy. However, the slightest change in course impacts where the ship ends up over time. Like the cruise liner, Deptford Township High School will continue to adjust its course to make a difference and impact ALL!

ADMINISTRATION

Dr. Charles Ford

Superintendent of Schools

Mrs. Carolyn Morehead

Assistant Superintendent of Schools

Mr. Michael Griggel

School Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Mrs. Sherry McAteer

Director of Curriculum & Instruction

Mr. Nathanael Barnes

Director of Special Education & Special Programs

Mr. Michael NicelyAssistant Director of Special Education

DEPTFORD TWP. HIGH SCHOOL

Mr. Melvin Allen

Principal

Mrs. Janet Wilbraham

Vice-Principal

Ms. Meredith Alexander

Vice-Principal

Mr. Mark Petito

Director of Student Personnel Services/Guidance/K-12

Ms. Maureen Bilda

Vice-Principal

Ms. Reminka Williams

Counselor

Mr. Graham Hall

Counselor

Mrs. Melissa Nicely

Counselor

Mrs. Lauren Pallies

Counselor

MONONGAHELA MIDDLE SCHOOL

Mr. Arthur Dietz

Principal

Mr. Jonathan Collins

Vice-Principal

Mrs. Nina Lamb

Vice-Principal

Mr. Frank Hentz

Counselor

Mrs. Dawn Marsan

Counselor

DEPTFORD TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION

2022 Good Intent Road Deptford, New Jersey 08096

Board Office: (856) 232-2700 Fax: (856) 227-7473

http://www.deptford.k12.nj.us

Dr. Charles R. Ford, Jr.

Superintendent Carolyn Morehead Assistant Superintendent Michael Griggel

Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Kelly Brazelton

Assistant Business Administrator

Dear Students and Parents of Deptford Township,

The Deptford Township Public Schools staff has worked extremely hard to ensure we are providing our students with a quality education. We strive to educate all students that graduate from Deptford High School as college prepared and career ready. We have an outstanding staff that is dedicated to the success of every student.

Deptford High School Academies have incorporated a Computer Science track and a Civil/Environmental track within the Academy of Engineering to provide our students with the unique opportunity to choose the engineering electives that will help cultivate their interests. We have also infused Medical Terminology, Essentials of Nutrition and Biomedical Ethics into the Nursing and Allied Health track to the Academy of Biomedical Sciences and Nursing/Allied Health that provides our students with the personal and health care aspects to biomedical science. Additionally, we have introduced Human Anatomy and Physiology for the Biomedical Science that mimics the curriculum being taught in the School of Nursing at Rowan College at Gloucester County. The addition of these various courses has strengthened our nationally recognized Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) academies for our students. With the addition of these courses, and our flourishing Spartan School of Business, Deptford students continue to flourish academically and attract students from neighboring districts through our School Choice Program.

Deptford High School maintains a commitment and culture of college readiness while focusing on 21st century skills necessary in both the college and career path. These skills focus on higher levels of thinking and challenge our students to become analytical thinkers, with the ability to draw inferences and conclusions, support arguments and solve complex problems. These skills are infused in our curriculum for students in our academies, Advanced Placement Track, Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program, and general education courses. Our high school offers a variety of opportunities to all students to be successful and show their Spartan Pride.

(Building Spartan Pride through the Educational Process to Develop a Spartan Proud Community"

We take great pride in the academic achievements of our students. As a result, the Class of 2016 received over 13 million dollars in scholarships and grants. We will continue to challenge our students and provide the guidance for them to achieve whatever they set their minds to. As we continue to develop our relationship with Rowan College, more opportunities will present themselves to expand our programs and put more opportunities in front of the Deptford Students. We are always looking to develop internships for our students so they can have hands on experiences with the learning they are engaged in on a regular basis. Deptford Township Schools will continue to strive to be the best in Gloucester County while challenging our students to set a high academic bar.

Please contact a Guidance Counselor should you have any questions so we can work together to map out the best education experience for your child.

With Sincere Spartan Pride,

Dr. Charles R. Ford Jr.

(Building Spartan Pride through the Educational Process to Develop a Spartan Proud Community"

DEPTFORD HIGH SCHOOL

A New Jersey Choice School

Deptford High School will be a New Jersey choice district for the 2017-2018 school year. The New Jersey Inter-district School Choice program provides the opportunity for non-resident students to attend Deptford High School at no cost to their parents/guardians. The School Choice program covers grades nine through twelve.

DEPTFORD HIGH SCHOOL OFFERS:

Deptford High School has met all of its state academic targets for ELA and Math

A nationally recognized, award winning Jazz and Marching Band

AVID

A full Academy program including an Academy of Engineering, Spartan Business Academy, Modeling Science and an Academy of Biomedical Science and Nursing/Allied Health

Rigorous curriculum taught by 100% high qualified, outstanding teachers

A variety of AP/Advanced courses with available college credits

NJROTC

A variety of sports and extra-curricular activities

An intervention/tutoring period built into the school day

For more information or to make an appointment to shadow the school, please call Mr. Mark Petito, Guidance Director, at 856-232-2713 ext. 2508

Requirements for Graduation from Deptford Township High School

Credit Requirement:

Credits are awarded on the basis of how many times per week a class meets. For example: If a class has a lab and meets for a total of six periods per week, 6.0 credits are awarded; a regular five days a week course receives 5.0 credits. A semester course that meets five days a week is awarded 2.5 credits and a semester course that meets four days a week is awarded 2.0 credits.

All students must be enrolled in a minimum of 30 credits per year.

The required number of credits for graduation is listed below for each of the next four graduating classes:

Subjects

Class of 2018

Class of 2019

Class of 2020

Class of 2021


20

20

20

20

Mathematics

151

151

151

151

U. S. History

10

10

10

10

World History and Global Studies

5

5

5

5

Science

16-182

16-182

20+2

20+2

Physical Education/Health

16-19

16-19

16-19

16-19

Visual & Performing Arts

5

5

5

5


5

5

5

5

World Language

5*

5*

5*

5*

Financial, Economic, Business, and Entrepreneurial Literacy

2.5

2.5

2.5

2.5

Spartan Service

5

5

Electives

17.5-18.5

17.5-18.5

12.5-13.5

12.5-13.5

Total Credits

120

120

120

120

*Students demonstration of proficiency will meet the graduation requirement in lieu of the credit requirement.

1Members of the Classes of 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 must pass 15 credits including Algebra I content (Course 001314 or 001316), Geometry content ( Course 001333 or 001338), AND a third year of math that builds upon Algebra I and Geometry and prepares students for college and 21st century careers.

2 Members of the classes of 2018 and 2019, must receive a passing grade in Biology (Course 001420 or 001423) AND a passing grade in two additional lab-inquiry based courses.

Members of the classes of 2020, and 2021 will need to follow the graduation guidelines set forth by the NJDOE and the NJSLS for Science to successfully complete the science graduation requirements. This includes coursework teaching standards in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental, and Earth standards. Please see the science section for the course sequences.

Requirements for Graduation from Deptford Township High School (Contd.)

Testing Requirements:

All students must pass assessments as specified by the New Jersey Department of Education. The assessment system is changing.

Members of the graduating Class of 2017 must pass the testing requirement from the State of New Jersey.

Students who are at risk of failing the state assessments will be required to enroll in courses designed to provide support.

Attendance Requirements:

All students must be in compliance with the requirements of the districts attendance policy.

Progress Towards Graduation

Name: __________________________________________



1. __________________________________

1. ___________________________________

2. __________________________________

2. ___________________________________

3. __________________________________

(1 year, 5 credits required)

4. __________________________________

(4 years, 20 credits required)

World Language

1. ___________________________________

Mathematics

2. ___________________________________

(1 year, 5 credits required, or Proficiency Demonstration)

1. __________________________________

2. __________________________________

Financial, Economic, Business, & Entrepreneurial Literacy

3. __________________________________

1. ___________________________________


( year, 2.5 credits required)

U.S. History

Electives

(Credits in elective courses plus required courses are to equal total credits needed for graduation)

1. __________________________________

2. __________________________________

1. _______________________________________


2. _______________________________________

3. _______________________________________

4. _______________________________________

World History & Global Studies

5. _______________________________________

1. __________________________________

6. _______________________________________


7. _______________________________________

8. _______________________________________

9. _______________________________________

Science

10. ______________________________________

1. __________________________________

11. ______________________________________

2. __________________________________

12. ______________________________________

3. __________________________________

13. ______________________________________

(3 years, 16-18 credits required)

14. ______________________________________

15. ______________________________________

16. ______________________________________

PE/Health/Driver Education

17. ______________________________________

1. __________________________________

18. ______________________________________

2. __________________________________

19. ______________________________________

3. __________________________________

4. __________________________________

(4 years, 16-19 credits required)

Visual & Performing Arts

1. __________________________________

2. __________________________________

3. __________________________________

Total Credits for Graduation (See pg. 4)

4. __________________________________

Credits Earned: _____________


Credits Needed: _____________

Promotion Credit Requirements

For Promotion To:

Class of 2018

Class of 2019

Class of 2020

Class of 2021

Grade 10

30 Credits 30 Credits 30 Credits 30 Credits

Grade 11


Grade 12


Steps in Developing Your Schedule

Step 1

A group presentation by a counselor gives each student the required information necessary for the student and parents to request courses for the following school years schedule. For incoming grade 9 students an evening orientation meeting at the high school is scheduled with the students and parents. (January February)

Step 2

Teachers will complete recommendation forms in all subject areas that are sequential. These recommendations will be in accordance with the Recommendations for Student Advancement and with course prerequisites. (January February)

Step 3

Individual conferences will be scheduled between each student and counselor to complete scheduling with students. Parent conferences will be scheduled upon request or as deemed necessary. (January March)

Eighth grade students are counseled in groups for course selection process, not individually.

Step 4

The school master schedule is developed and student schedules generated. Conflicts are resolved individually with a counselor prior to the opening of school. (Beginning April)

Guidelines for Course Selection

The following guidelines are intended to provide the information necessary to best meet the academic needs of our students:

Previous academic performance of a student in specific subject disciplines is to be given the highest priority in the selection of courses to be taken. See the section entitled Recommendations for Student Advancement.

The selection/recommendation of a course level in one subject discipline is independent of the selection/recommendation of a course level in a different subject discipline. For example, a student may select an Honors or Advanced course in English Language Arts and an Advanced Placement (AP) course in Mathematics.

Students who fail a course may achieve a passing grade by attending summer school provided that the course is offered, and thus be eligible for advancement to the next grade level course. Note: Both the failing grade and the summer school grade become part of the students academic record/transcript, and thus are included in the calculation of a students GPA (Grade Point Average).

Electives cannot be dropped. Students are cautioned to make certain to only choose elective courses that they are willing to take.

Students should discuss elective choices with their parents and guidance counselors in a conscientious manner.

Guideline for Student Advancement

The following is recommended for student advancement through the academic programs offered at Deptford Township High School. It is intended to provide for the academic success of our students. Teacher recommendations should be based upon the following guideline:

To be eligible for Advanced or Advanced Placement courses in grades 9, 10, 11, and 12, students must have an average grade of 85 in the current years course(s) as well as meet all prerequisites.

Grading System

Please sign up for Parent Access so that you will be able to review your childs grades on a consistent basis. Numerical grades are defined as follows:

Exceptional Performance

100 91

Above Average Performance

90 83

Average Performance

82 74

Below Average Performance

73 68

No Credit

67 0

Year Course

Value

Semester Course

Value

Quarter Grade

25%

Quarter Grade

50% each

Minimum Grade Assignment

For the first marking period in year-long courses, a grade of 50 will be assigned on the report card for any average of 50 or lower.

Summer School

Deptford Township High School students enroll in a state accredited summer school program for make-up credits of subjects not passed. All such arrangements must be made with the Guidance Office prior to enrollment. Deptford Township High School does not operate an academic summer school. Students who fail a required subject, and who do not attend summer school, must contact the Guidance Office by the end of June to be rescheduled. Students may be scheduled without consultation if this is not accomplished.

Students may also opt to take summer school courses from any New Jersey State accredited program in consultation with the Guidance Department.

A grade earned in summer school is included in the calculation of a students Grade Point Average (GPA). The failing grade earned during the regular school year is also included in the students GPA.

Students must earn a 50 to qualify for summer school recovery. Students are limited to only two courses.

If Students Do Not Attend Summer School

If a student does not attend summer school due to failure of course work, then he/she will not be able to enroll in any course for which the failed course was a prerequisite. Courses for which these are prerequisites cannot be taken concurrently. For example, if a student fails English Language Arts 9, then he/she cannot enroll in English Language Arts 10 until a passing grade is earned in English Language Arts 9 either in summer school or the school year. Also, English Language Arts 9 and English Language Arts 10 cannot be taken at the same time. All courses with prerequisites are listed in the annually published Course Bulletin. Students may be able to take English Language Arts 11 and English Language Arts 12 in their last year of high school if they passed English Language Arts 10 in the preceding year.

Note: Failure to attend summer school may affect eligibility for participation in co-curricular programs, which includes activities and sports.

Class Rank and Grade Point Average Calculation

All courses are included in the calculation of a students grade point average. There are courses that are weighted according to their academic challenge. For GPA calculation, the following system applies:

Types of Courses

Weight

Advanced

5%

Modeling

10%

Academy of Engineering

10%

Academy of Biomedical Sciences10%

Advanced Placement

15%

College Courses at RCGC

10%

The weighted grade will be used for ranking purposes only and will not appear on the students transcript or report card.

Sample Calculation Hypothetical Student End-of-Year Grades

Subject

Actual Grade

Weighted Grade

Credit

Cumulative Product

Computer Art I

94

94

2.5

235.0

Health 11 Lab

90

90

2.0

180.0

Physical Education Lab

92

92

2.0

184.0

AP ELA 11

85

x 1.15 =

98

x

5.0

=

490.0

Honors Pre-Calculus

84

x 1.05 =

88

x

5.0

=

440.0

Adv. World History & Global Studies

93

x 1.05 =

98

x

5.0

=

490.0

Spanish III Advanced

89

x 1.05 =

94

x

5.0

=

470.0

Cooking and Nutrition

95

95

2.5

237.5

Adv. Chemistry I

87

x 1.05 =

91

x

6.0

=

546.0

35.0

3272.5

3272.5 divided by 35 equals a GPA of 93.5

Change of Course Policy

If there is a legitimate reason for a student to change ones class schedule, he/she must first see their counselor. Dropping or adding a course for legitimate reasons after the term begins, including changing levels of a course, must be done according to the following schedule.

Course Length

Last Day to Drop or Add

First Semester Course

7th Day of the First Marking Period

Second Semester Course

Last Day of the First Marking Period

Year Long Course

15th Day of the First Marking Period

Any course dropped after this schedule will result in a grade of WF (Withdrawal Fail) in the course. Students are not permitted to attend summer school for a course assigned a WF since the student has not completed the course. Also, a student cannot drop a class with a WF that would result in having less than 30 credits a year.

Note:A grade of WF is equivalent to a 0 in numerical average. This is calculated in a students GPA (Grade Point Average) and would significantly decrease a students GPA and rank in class.

Once the course selection process for the following school year has started, the Guidance Department will allow changes in course selections until the end of the school year. Once you receive your schedule in the mail, schedule changes will only be made if the following occurs:

1. A course was omitted.

2. A required course was missing from the students schedule.

3. Two courses were scheduled at the same time.

4. There is a desire to add a course in lieu of study hall, provided there are available seats in that particular course.

5. An incorrect level of a course was scheduled.

6. A course requested was canceled due to low enrollment.

7. A student passed a course in summer school and needs to add another course to his/her schedule.

8. A student has registered for a sequence course and has failed the prerequisite course. The student will be contacted to determine if he/she will repeat the failed subject or select another course.

Dual Credit Agreement

Deptford Township High School has allowed our students to receive college credits for courses taken through HSOP (High School Options Program) at Rowan College at Gloucester County. Also, Advanced Placement courses taken at Deptford can result in college credit based on the AP exam score which is taken in May of the school year. College credit may be awarded by the post-secondary institution that the student applies to.

Currently, Deptford offers AP courses in Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, U.S. Government and Politics, Modern European History, Psychology, Music Theory, Physics, Statistics, US History I, US History II, AP World History and Spanish that are dual credit approved.

Students participating in these courses will receive application information. It should be noted that the transferring credits would be at the discretion of the particular college or university.

Advanced Placement students are to pay testing fees in order to take AP tests. Note: AP test scores are graded on a scale of 1 (lowest) through 5 (highest).

Banking College Credits

Underclassmen may be awarded high school credits toward meeting the graduation requirements by earning credits in courses at local colleges. Credit may be applied to meet elective course requirements or to meet courses required for graduation if the course is deemed comparable. Each case will be evaluated on an individual basis. Please see the Director of Student Personnel Services/Guidance/K-12.

OPTION II

NJAC6A:8-5.1(a)/ii is commonly known as Option II. Option II serves as an alternative choice to traditional high school courses. It involves in-depth experiences that may be provided by the appropriate school district personnel or qualified instructors not employed by the school district. Option II may include, but is not limited to, one or more of the following: interdisciplinary or theme-based programs, independent study, student exchange programs, distance learning, internships, community service, co-curricular or extra-curricular programs, and/or other approved structured learning experiences. Students must fill out the Option II application packet and receive it back, approved by administration, prior to beginning their program. Option II application packets are available in the guidance office.

AVID

AVID is a national and worldwide educational program whose mission is to close the achievement gap by providing students in the middle the necessary supports and strategies to prepare all of them for college readiness and success in our global society. AVID Advancement Via Individual Determination www.avid.org.

The AVID elective class prepares selected students for four-year college eligibility. AVID has a proven track record in bringing out the best in students and in closing the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society. The AVID program supports these students attending Deptford Township High School who want to go to college. Selected students are placed in (pre-AP/AP) classes with an AVID elective class to support them during the school day. Additional support from the AVID site team and tutoring by college students is provided.

The AVID Program targets eligible students who have the desire to go to college and the willingness to work hard. Typically, they will be the first in their families to attend college, and many are from low-income or minority families. AVID pulls these students out of their unchallenging courses and puts them on the college track: acceleration instead of remediation. AVID is designed to put eligible students in upper level courses on a college track.

The AVID Elective Student not only are students enrolled in their school's toughest classes, such as advanced, honors and Advanced Placement, but also in the AVID elective. For one period a day, they learn organizational and study skills, work on critical thinking and asking probing questions, get academic help from peers and college tutors, and participate in enrichment and motivational activities that make college more attainable. Their self-images improve, and they become academically successful leaders and role models for other students.

Eligible students wishing to participate in AVID will be required to go through a recruitment process as outlined by AVID. Students will be notified of their eligibility and be asked to attend a meeting outlining the criteria for the selection process. Students will complete the necessary requirements for recruitment and once the recruitment process has been completed they will receive a letter identifying if they have or have not been accepted into the AVID program.

This is a selective process.

Credit Requirement for Eligibility for Interscholastic and Co-Curricular Activities

1. To be eligible for Fall or Winter sports in the 2017-2018 school year, a student in grades 9-12 must pass 30 credits in the previous school year.

2. To be eligible for Spring sports in the 2017-2018 school year, a student must have a passing numerical average in at least 15 credits. Credits are determined as follows:

7.5 credit course:

3.75 credits

6 credit course:

3.0 credits

5 credit course:

2.5 credits

2.5 credit course:

2.5 credits

College-Bound Student Athletes

DIVISION I ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS College-bound student-athletes will need to meet the following academic requirements to practice, receive athletic scholarships, and/or compete during their first year.

ENGLISH

MATH

(Algebra I or higher)

NATURAL/

PHYSICAL SCIENCE

(One year of lab, if offered)

ADDITIONAL ENGLISH,

MATH OR NATURAL/

PHYSICAL SCIENCE

SOCIAL SCIENCE

ADDITIONAL COURSES

(Any area listed

to the left, foreign language or comparative religion/philosophy)

4 years

3 years

2 years

1 year

2 years

4 years

Full Qualifier

Complete 16 core courses.

Ten of the 16 core courses must be completed before the seventh semester (senior year) of high school.

Seven of the 10 core courses must be in English, math or science.

Earn a core-course GPA of at least 2.300.

Earn the ACT/SAT score matching your core-course GPA on the Division I sliding scale.

Graduate high school.

Academic Redshirt



Earn the ACT/SAT score matching your core-course GPA on the Division I sliding scale.


Full Qualifier:

College-bound student-athletes may practice, compete and receive athletics scholarships during their first year of enrollment at an NCAA

Division I school.

Academic Redshirt:

College-bound student-athletes may receive athletics scholarships during their first year of enrollment and may practice during their first regular academic term, but may NOT compete during their first year of enrollment.

Nonqualifier:

College-bound student-athletes cannot practice, receive athletics scholarships or compete during their first year of enrollment at an NCAA

Division I school.

Test Scores

When a student registers for the SAT or ACT, he or she can use the NCAA Eligibility Center code of 9999 so his or her scores are sent directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center from the testing agency. Test scores on transcripts will NOT be used in his or her academic certification.

For additional information please go to:

http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/eligibility_center/Important_New_Rules/2016_DI_Academic_Requirements.pdf

2018 DIVISION II NEW ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS College-bound student-athletes first enrolling at an NCAA Division II school on or after August 1, 2018, need to meet new academic rules to practice, compete and receive athletics scholarships during their first year.

ENGLISH

MATH

(Algebra I or higher)

NATURAL/

PHYSICAL SCIENCE

(including one year of lab science, if offered)

SOCIAL SCIENCE

ADDITIONAL (English, math, or natural/physical science)

ADDITIONAL

(English, math, natural/physical science, social science, foreign language, comparative

Religion or philosophy)

3 years

2 years

2 years

2 years

3 years

4 years

Full Qualifier



Earn the ACT/SAT score matching your core-course GPA on the Division II full qualifier sliding scale.


Academic Redshirt



Earn the ACT/SAT score matching your core-course GPA on the Division II partial qualifier sliding scale.


Full Qualifier:

College-bound student-athletes may practice, compete and receive athletics scholarships during their first year of enrollment at an NCAA

Division II school.

Partial Qualifier:

College-bound student-athletes may receive athletics scholarships during their first year of enrollment and may practice during their first regular academic term, but may NOT compete during their first year of enrollment.

Nonqualifier:

College-bound student-athletes may not practice, compete or receive athletics scholarships during their first year of enrollment at an NCAA

Division II school.

Test Scores

When a student registers for the SAT or ACT, he or she can use the NCAA Eligibility Center code of 9999 so his or her scores are sent directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center from the testing agency. Test scores on transcripts will NOT be used in his or her academic certification.

For additional information please go to: http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/eligibility_center/Important_New_Rules/2018_DII_New_Academic_Requirements.pdf

Please note that DTHS will not assume responsibility for determination of a students core GPA. This is calculated by the NCAA.

2017-2018 COURSE OFFERINGS

GRADES 9 12

COURSE WEIGHT

CRS LENGTH

GRADE OFFERED

NCAA

CORECRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE #

ADV

H

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

ELA 9 Advanced

001133

X

X

X

X

5

ELA 9

001142

X

X

X

5

ELA 10 Advanced

001134

X

X

X

X

5

ELA 10

001145

X

X

X

5

ELA 11 AP

001138

X

X

X

X

5

ELA 11 Advanced

001135

X

X

X

X

5

ELA 11

001147

X

X

X

5

ELA 12 AP

001137

X

X

X

X

5

ELA 12 Advanced

001136

X

X

X

X

5

ELA 12

001149

X

X

X

5

Creative Writing

001120

X

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Journalism

001121

X

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Mythology

001126

X

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Public Speaking and Debate

001129

X

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

SAT Prep

001113

X

X

X

X

2.5

Literacy Foundations I

001108

X

X

X

X

2.5

Literacy Foundations II

001109

X

X

X

X

2.5

English As A Second Language (ESL) I

300003

X

X

X

X

X

5 Pass/Fail

English As A Second Language (ESL) II

300004

X

X

X

X

X

5 Pass/Fail

COURSE WEIGHT

CRS LENGTH

GRADE OFFERED

NCAA

CORECRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE#

ADV

H

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

MATHEMATICS

Advanced

Algebra I

001316

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Algebra I

001314

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Advanced Geometry

001338

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Geometry

001333

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Advanced Algebra II

001320

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Algebra II

001315

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Trigonometry/ Advanced Mathematics

001332

X

X

X

X

X

5

Advanced Precalculus

001322

X

X

X

X

X

5

AP Calculus (AB)

001327

X

X

X

X

5

Advanced Calculus

001326

X

X

X

X

5

Math Concepts

001313

X

X

X

X

5

College Math

001342

X

X

5

AP Statistics

001345

X

X

X

X

5

SAT Prep

001113

X

X

X

X

2.5

Foundations in Algebra

001305

X

X

X

2.5

Foundations in Geometry

001306

X

X

X

2.5

Functional Math

001369

X

X

X

5.0

COURSE WEIGHT

CRS LENGTH

GRADE OFFERED

NCAA

CORECRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE#

ADV

H

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

NAVY JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICERS TRAINING CORPS (NJROTC)

Naval Science I

002003

X

X

X

X

X

5

Naval Science II

2018-2019

002004

X

X

X

X

5

Naval Science III

2017-2018

002005

X

X

X

X

5

Naval Science IV

002006

X

X

5

COURSE WEIGHT

CRS LENGTH

GRADE OFFERED

NCAA

CORECRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE #

ADV

H

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

PERSONALIZED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Apprenticeship/

Training for Career

002051

X

X

2.5 Pass/Fail

College Courses AP

002060

X

X

X

5

Teacher Assistant Program

002025

X

X

X

7.5

Senior Instructional Leadership

002052

X

X

2.5 Pass/Fail

Volunteerism/

Community Service

002050

X

X

2.5 Pass/Fail

COURSE WEIGHT

CRS LENGTH

GRADE OFFERED

NCAA

CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE #

ADV

H

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

PHYSICAL EDUCATION HEALTH DRIVER EDUCATION

Phys Ed Cycle A 2020-2021

001009

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Phys Ed Cycle B 2017-2018

001010

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Phys Ed Cycle C 2018-2019

001011

Phys Ed Cycle D 2019-2020

001012

Health 9

001031

X

X

2.5

Driver Ed

Health 10

001008

X

X

2.5

Health 11

001032

X

X

2.5

Health 12

001036

X

X

2.5

Prevention & Care of Athletic Injuries

001021

X

X

X

X

2.5

COURSE WEIGHT

CRS LENGTH

GRADE OFFERED

NCAA

CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE #

ADV

H

Mod/

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING

Introduction to Engineering Design (IE)

001880

X

X

X

X

6

Principles of Engineering (POE)

001881

X

X

X

X

6

Digital Electronics (DE)

001882

X

X

X

X

6

Environmental Sustainability (ES)

001884

X

X

X

X

6

Civil Engineering and Architecture (CEA)

001885

X

X

X

X

6

Computer Science Principles (CSP)

001886

X

X

X

X

6

Automated/

Computer Aided Design (CAD)

001874

X

X

X

X

X

5

COURSE WEIGHT

CRS LENGTH

GRADE OFFERED

NCAA

CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE #

ADV

H

Mod/

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

ACADEMY OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES and NURSING/ALLIED HEALTH

Principles of the Biomedical Sciences (PBS)

001480

X

X

X

X

6

Human Body Systems (HBS)

001481

X

X

X

X

6

Medical Interventions (MI)

001482

X

X

X

X

6

Biomedical Innovation (BI)

001483

X

X

X

6

Medical Terminology (MT)

001484

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Biomedical Ethics

001487

X

X

X

X

2.5

Essentials of

Nutrition

001488

X

X

X

X

2.5

COURSE WEIGHT

CRS LENGTH

GRADE OFFERED

NCAA

CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE #

ADV

H

Mod/

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

STEAM Track

Computer Generated Modeling Fundamentals

001676

X

X

X

X

X

5

Game Design

001677

X

X

X

X

5

COURSE WEIGHT

CRS LENGTH

GRADE OFFERED

NCAA

CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE #

ADV

H

Mod/

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

SCIENCE

Advanced Physical Science

(class of 2018 and 2019 only)

001448

X

X

X

X

X

6

Physical Science

001446

X

X

X

X

5

AP Biology

001425

X

X

X

X

6

Advanced Biology

001423

X

X

X

X

X

6

Biology

001420

X

X

X

X

X

X

6

Biology II

001411

X

X

X

X

X

6

Advanced Biology with Lab through Modeling

001426

X

X

X

X

X

6

AP Chemistry

001422

X

X

X

X

X

6

Advanced Chemistry with Lab through Modeling

001415

X

X

X

X

6

Advanced Chemistry

001413

X

X

X

X

X

X

6

Chemistry I

001417

X

X

X

X

X

6

AP Physics (Calculus Based)

001440

X

X

X

X

X

6

Advanced Physics with Lab through Modeling

001444

X

X

X

X

6

Advanced Physics

001442

X

X

X

X

X

6

Advanced Human Anatomy & Physiology

001431

X

X

X

X

X

6

Human Anatomy & Physiology

001432

X

X

X

X

5

Environmental/

Earth Science

001421

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Advanced

Environmental/

Earth Science

001429

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Forensic Science

001430

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

COURSE WEIGHT

CRS LENGTH

GRADE OFFERED

NCAA

CORECRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE #

ADV

H

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

SOCIAL STUDIES

US History I Advanced

001215

X

X

X

X

5

US History I

001214

X

X

X

5

US History II Advanced

001218

X

X

X

X

5

US History II

001217

X

X

X

5

Advanced World History & Global Studies

001256

X

X

X

X

5

World History & Global Studies

001255

X

X

X

5

Advanced Placement World History

001257

X

X

X

5

Advanced Placement

US History I

001216

X

X

X

X

X

5

Advanced Placement

US History II

001219

X

X

X

X

X

5

AP American Government & Politics

001247

X

X

X

X

X

5

AP Modern European History

001260

X

X

X

X

X

5

AP Psychology

001261

X

X

X

X

X

5

Introduction to Behavioral Science

001233

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Introduction to Sociology

001234

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

American Minorities

001223

X

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Holocaust

001230

X

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

COURSE WEIGHT

CRS LENGTH

GRADE OFFERED

NCAA

CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE #

ADV

H

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

BUSINESS EDUCATION

Advanced College Accounting

001604

X

X

X

X

5

Accounting I

001602

X

X

X

X

X

5

Accounting II

001603

X

X

X

X

5

Business Law

001605

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Business Management

001606

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Professionalism

001610

X

X

X

2.5

Microsoft Office

Applications

001612

X

X

X

X

X

5

Personal Finance, Economics and Business Literacy

001632

X

X

X

X

2.5

COURSE WEIGHT

CRS LENGTH

GRADE OFFERED

NCAA

CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE #

ADV

H

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY

JavaScript for the Web Advanced

001964

X

X

X

X

X

5

Creating Web Pages

001966

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Desktop Publishing

001963

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Multimedia Presentations

001962

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

COURSE WEIGHT

CRS LENGTH

GRADE OFFERED

NCAA

CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE #

ADV

H

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE

Child Development & Family Living

001812

X

X

X

X

2.5

Cooking and Nutrition

001811

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Gourmet & International Cooking

001820

X

X

X

X

2.5

COURSE WEIGHT

CRS LENGTH

GRADE OFFERED

NCAA

CORE

CRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE #

ADV

H

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION

Basic Computer Drafting

001870

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Basic

Drafting

001869

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Automated

/Computer Aided Design (CAD)

001874

X

X

X

X

X

5

Introduction to Engineering

001873

X

X

X

X

X

5

Introduction to Industrial Arts

001850

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Industrial Technology

001851

X

X

X

X

5

Robotics

001872

X

X

X

X

X

5

COURSE WEIGHT

CRS LENGTH

GRADE OFFERED

NCAA

CORECRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE #

ADV

H

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

DEPTFORD HIGH SCHOOL VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL EDUCATION

Landscaping

001974

X

X

X

X

5

School to

Careers

002053

X

X

15

Pass/Fail

COURSE WEIGHT

CRS LENGTH

GRADE OFFERED

NCAA

CORECRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE #

ADV

H

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

GENERAL

Exploration of Art & Music

001560

X

X

5

COURSE WEIGHT

CRS LENGTH

GRADE OFFERED

NCAA

CORECRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE #

ADV

H

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12


VISUAL ARTS

Drawing & Design I

001654

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Drawing & Design II

001655

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Drawing & Design III/IV-Advanced Art/Portfolio Preparation

001656

X

X

X

X

X

5

3D Studio

Art I

001670

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

3D Studio

Art II

001671

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Color Workshop & Painting

001650

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Advanced Painting I/II

001675

X

X

X

X

X

5

Computer

Art I

001666

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Computer

Art II

001667

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Animation I

001672

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Animation II

001673

X

X

X

X

2.5

Computer Photography & Graphic Design

001652

X

X

X

5

COURSE WEIGHT

CRS LENGTH

GRADE OFFERED

NCAA

CORECRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE #

ADV

H

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12


PERFORMING ARTS

Music

Theory I

001555

X

X

X

X

X

5

AP Music Theory

001556

X

X

X

X

X

5

Concert Band

001553

X

X

X

X

X

5

Stage Band

001566

X

X

X

X

X

3

Jazz Ensemble

001558

X

X

X

X

X

5

Wind Ensemble

001559

X

X

X

X

X

5

Instrumental Lessons

001564

X

X

X

X

X

1

Chorus

001554

X

X

X

X

X

5

Mixed Choir

001554

X

X

X

X

X

5

Concert Choir

001552

X

X

X

X

X

5

Vocal Lessons

001563

X

X

X

X

X

1

THEATER

Acting I

2018-19

001572

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Acting II

2017-18

001574

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Theatrical Design I

2018-19

001573

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

Theatrical Design II

2017-18

001575

X

X

X

X

X

2.5

COURSE WEIGHT

CRS LENGTH

GRADE OFFERED

NCAA

CORECRS

CREDITS

SUBJECT

COURSE #

ADV

H

AP

SEM

YEAR

9

10

11

12

WORLD LANGUAGE

French I

001511

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

French II

001512

X

X

X

X

X

5

French III/IV Advanced

001513

X

X

X

X

X

5

Spanish I

001541

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Spanish I Advanced

001546

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Spanish II

001542

X

X

X

X

X

5

Spanish II Advanced

001547

X

X

X

X

X

X

5

Spanish III Advanced

001543

X

X

X

X

X

5

Spanish IV Advanced

001544

X

X

X

X

5

AP Spanish

001545

X

X

X

X

5

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT

The English Language Arts department meets the needs of all students through a flexible and varied program. Our aim is to provide the opportunity for all students to become independent learners. It is our goal to establish a balance between reading and writing, and to integrate these skills with speaking and listening skills. A core curriculum in reading has been established which includes Anglo-American classics as well as those of other cultures. Students reading will be utilized as a catalyst for expository, imaginative, and critical writing, as well as for speaking and listening activities.

PROGRAM OF STUDIES

The study of English Language Arts each year is a requirement for every high school student in New Jersey. Students completing the Deptford Township High School English Language Arts program will read from diverse literature. They will write frequently, for different purposes, using a process approach, including revision and editing for grammatical conventions. Students will also continue to develop their vocabulary, speaking and listening skills.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

001133 ADVANCED ENGLISH Language Arts 9

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5 (Advanced)

Grade Level: 9

This course offers students a challenging preview to Advanced English Language Arts 10. A review of grammar usage and mechanics with an emphasis on improved sentence construction is infused throughout the year. An introduction to Semantics provides students with a greater understanding of language enabling them to think, speak and write with greater insight and clarity. Contemporary, thought-provoking issues are explored through literature and expository writing. All literary genres are studied, enabling students to increase their understanding of the elements of form (plot, characterization, setting, tone and theme). Literary works are chosen that will appeal to students and provide them with the opportunity for introspection and reflection on the meaning of life.

Prerequisites: Student Advancement Recommendations

001142 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 9

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9

This course offers students a balanced literacy approach to reading, grammar, composition, and vocabulary studies. Study skills and effective communication are an integral part of this course. Research skills necessary for high school and college are introduced and developed.

Prerequisites: None

001134 ADVANCED ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 10

Course Length: Year


Grade Level 10

Literary studies will consist of a chronological sequence of American literature from 1600 to the present, and will make students skilled readers capable of handling the most demanding mature reading matter. Composition and grammar units will develop skills in expository, descriptive, narrative, and persuasive writing needed for college.

Prerequisites: English Language Arts 9; Student Advancement Recommendations


Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 10

This course is required of all sophomores who are not in the Advanced Program. The course is made up of four sections: (1) Basic Writing and Usage, which will improve your writing skills and give you correct usage of the English Language Arts language, (2) Speech Communications, which will develop your skills in clear and effective communication when speaking with people, (3) Vocabulary Development, which is intended to improve your command of words on various levels, and (4) Literature and Reading Skills, which will help you to improve your skills in ordinary reading as well as in reading works of literary merit. The selections for study will include a novel, a play, non-fiction selections, short stories, and science fiction. Research skills necessary for college are further developed.

Prerequisites: Language Arts Literacy 9

001138 ADVANCED PLACEMENT LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5 (AP)

Grade Level: 11

Advanced Placement English: Language and Composition is an introductory college-level course for the advanced, self-motivated student. Depending on the results of the AP Test, administered during the month of May, college credits may be earned. Through the reading and analysis of prose written in a variety of periods, disciplines, and contexts the goal of the course is to develop students into skilled readers and writers, functioning at a college level. Both reading and writing will increase the awareness and sensitivity of the interaction between authorial purpose, audience, and subject, along with the conventions and the resources of language. The Language and Composition course emphasizes rhetorical analysis along with expository, analytical, argumentative, and research-based writings; active discussion and participation are expected. In addition, writings and class discussions will demonstrate the recognition of how authors from across time periods, cultures, and disciplines strategically use rhetoric. Students are strongly recommended to participate in the Advanced Placement College Credit Exam.



Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 11

Advanced ELA 11 will examine diverse composition techniques and theories and include writing argumentative, creative, expository, persuasive, and reflective essays; a selection of the most influential British literature of the past millennium will be read. Daily writing, nightly reading, weekly quizzes, papers, projects, presentations, and HSPA-preparatory activities will be required.



Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 11

This course is designed to develop skills in expository writing, proper grammar and usage, literature and reading skills, spelling and vocabulary development, and oral communication and expression.

Prerequisites: English Language Arts 10

001137 ADVANCED PLACEMENT LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5 (AP)

Grade Level: 12

Advanced Placement English: Literature and Composition is an introductory college-level course for the advanced, self-motivated student. Depending on the results of the AP test, administered during the month of May, college credits may be earned. This course will develop each students ability to become a skilled reader of British, American, and World prose and poetry written in a variety of periods. Beginning with the Greeks then to be the sixteenth century through contemporary times, students will read, analyze, and write about the novels, short stories, drama, essays, and poetry, making clear the interaction between authorial purpose, audience need, subject matter, generic conventions, and the resources of language: diction, syntax, tone, organization, and figurative language. The course emphasizes analytical and research-based writing. Annotation and explication of texts are required and will inform a requirement of any college-level course: active discussion and participation. In addition, each student will demonstrate, both in writing and through discussion, the recognition of how authors from different periods, cultures, and disciplines suite their rhetorical and figurative choices to particular aims. Students are strongly recommended to participate in the Advanced Placement College Credit Exam.



Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 12

The primary purpose of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to seek their own answers to the great philosophical questions which give meaning to life. The course is organized on the basis of questions, relating to truth, justice, greatness, fate and free will, nature, good and evil, love and hate, and self identity. The course materials, which represent an inter-disciplinary approach to these questions, are selections from social documents, literature, art, and music of the world in general and of two representative urban societies, Golden Age Athens and Renaissance Florence. The principal course outcomes for the student include the following: 1) greater ability to think and solve problems from his/her use of the process of inquiry; 2) greater awareness of and a (possible) change in his/her values from his/her exposure to values different from his/her own; and 3) greater understanding of humanity from his/her experiences with the great ideas of all time.

Prerequisites: Student Advancement Recommendations


Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 12

This course is designed to develop skills in expository, narrative, descriptive, and persuasive writing; proper grammar and usage; literature and reading skills; spelling and vocabulary development; and oral communication and expression.

Prerequisites: English Language Arts 10

001120 CREATIVE WRITING

Course Length: Semester

Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Writing will be explored as a means of amusing and entertaining readers by using experience and imagination. You will plan, write, and revise your own short fiction and nonfiction works such as short stories, essays, poems, and plays. The course will offer opportunities for writing vivid descriptions, lively dialogue, and suspenseful narratives. You may keep a personal journal to develop concepts for future writings and work in small groups to brainstorm ideas and offer constructive criticism to fellow writers. Some of your works may be submitted to publications or entered in competitions.

Prerequisites: None

001121 JOURNALISM


Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

You can now fine-tune your writing skills by learning how to write for the print and electronic news media. You will interview sources, organize information, write articles, and then edit your writings for possible publication in the school newspaper. Assignments will not be limited to news stories; they will also include features on newsworthy subjects, columns and editorials on controversial issues, reviews of music and movies, and coverage of sports. You can also produce and perform your own TV news broadcast.

Prerequisites: None

001126 MYTHOLOGY


Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Its said that man must have his myths in order to survive in this world. Mythology will emphasize the classic Greek and Roman myths as well as those of Asiatic, African, and Native American origin. And whos to prevent you from talking about modern-day myths? Theyre still around; only the names have been changed to keep pace with the times.

Prerequisites: None

001129 PUBLIC SPEAKING AND DEBATE


Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Debate offers you the chance to participate in an organized form of argument. It involves working in teams, taking opposing views on controversial topics, researching these topics, and finally, by following the rules of a formal debate, convincing others that your point of view is better. Youll find that debating means not only thinking and speaking, but also listening, for it is not always what the opposing team says, but rather what it fails to say that can win the argument for you. Are you tired of arguing without winning? Take debate and learn to argue sensibly; then watch as people pay attention to what you say. Get the point?

Prerequisites: None

001113 S.A.T. PREPARATION


Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12

The S.A.T. Preparation course is for any student who plans to attend an institution of higher learning. The curriculum includes a diagnostic pre-test to assess weaknesses, individualized practice using a computer, group practice of verbal and mathematics skills, and a post-test. The course should enable students to reduce test anxiety, increase their confidence and achieve higher scores.

Prerequisites: Language Arts Literacy 9, Algebra I, Geometry and currently enrolled in or completed Algebra II

001108 Literacy Foundations I

001109 Literacy Foundations II


Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 10 & 11

The purpose of this course is to prepare 10th & 11th grade students to pass the English Language Arts/Literacy section of the PARCC Assessment in grade 11, and to strengthen the necessary skills to be proficient in ELA core class assignments. The focus of this course is to strengthen the ELA skills of our students in critical reading and writing. Composing, editing and revising skills will be emphasized within the context of the writing component, with a focus on narrative, explanatory and argumentative writing styles. The reading component will focus on the literal and inferential comprehension of narrative, workplace, argumentative, and informal texts. Academic vocabulary, test taking strategies, study skills and goal setting will also be emphasized. Credits in this course do not fulfill the English Language Arts requirement for graduation.

Prerequisites: State/District Assessment Scores & ELA Teacher Recommendation

300003 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE I

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

ESL I is designed for students meeting the description of WIDA English Language Proficiency Levels 1 and 2. Students engage in listening, speaking, reading, and writing English through an integrated language arts curriculum using core curriculum materials for English Language Acquisition (ELA) and other supplemental materials. Building both on their prior knowledge and on newly introduced material, they prepare to meet the demands of their academic content classes. They become familiar with the culture and structure of an American high school and the community. Placement is made following assessment by the ESL teacher. This course may be used as one world language requirement. This course may be repeated.

Prerequisites: English Language Proficiency Test/Teacher Recommendation

300004 ENGLISH AS SECOND LANGUAGE II

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

ESL II is designed for students meeting the description of WIDA English Language Proficiency Levels 3 and 4. Students continue to engage in listening, speaking, reading and writing English using core curriculum materials for ELA and other supplemental materials. Using an integrated approach to language study, students increase their vocabulary and understanding of the structure of English. Placement in this course may be used as one world language requirement. This course may be repeated.

Prerequisites: English Language Proficiency Test/Teacher Recommendation

MATHEMATICS


The objective of the Mathematics Department is to prepare all students for their present and future educational as well as practical mathematical needs. The Mathematics Department strives to develop students ability to problem solve and reason, communicate and represent mathematical ideas, perform computational processes and make connections while seeing the value of mathematics as a useful and worthwhile area of study.

PROGRAM OF STUDIES

The mathematics curriculum consists of courses designed to help the students learn to think in an analytical fashion. Provisions are made for instruction to meet the basic and specialized mathematics needs of the students. All students will be required to successfully complete a minimum of three years of mathematics as a requirement for graduation which should include Algebra I and Geometry prior to any course such as Math Concepts, College Math, Trigonometry/Advanced Mathematics or higher.

Courses are recommended as follows:

SCIENCE, MATH, ENGINEERING

LIBERAL ARTS AND BUSINESS

Advanced Algebra I

Algebra I

Advanced Geometry

Geometry

Advanced Algebra II

Algebra II

Advanced Precalculus

Trigonometry/Advanced Math

Advanced or AP Calculus (Level AB)

College Math

AP Statistics

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FOR MATHEMATICS

001316 ADVANCED ALGEBRA I

Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Advanced Algebra I provides the students with more depth into the topics of Algebra I, including a faster pace and more difficult problems. Advanced Algebra I is for those students who are above average in the math abilities. Advanced Algebra I is generally offered to freshmen who have demonstrated an accelerated ability in previous grade level math scores, and standardized test scores.

Prerequisites: None

001314 ALGEBRA I

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Algebra I is the prerequisite course upon which all other courses in our department build. It is the entry level course in our Mathematics curriculum intended for freshmen. The next courses in the math sequence are Geometry and Algebra II.

Prerequisites: None

001338 ADVANCED GEOMETRY

Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Advanced Geometry is a course in mathematical logic and deductive reasoning. Topics in two and three dimensions will be covered. All the material in Geometry will be included, in addition to constructions, coordinate geometry, transformations, and mathematical proofs of theorems.

Prerequisites: Algebra I/Student Advancement Recommendations

001333 GEOMETRY

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This is a college prep course in mathematical logic that develops a students ability to use deductive and inductive reasoning. Each general topic starts by introducing the special terminology that is the groundwork for everything that follows. Basic assumed truths are developed, using the special terminology, and are used to prove theorems. A strong background in Algebra I is needed to be able to solve problems applying geometric concepts. By focusing on abilities to create strategies for problem solving, the student is better prepared for the SATs.

Prerequisites: Algebra I

001320 ADVANCED ALGEBRA II

Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Advanced Algebra II goes into more depth than Algebra II, with more difficult problems and a faster pace. It is recommended for students who have excelled in Algebra I and who desire to complete the advanced mathematics program (Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus) and those who plan to continue academic studies in college. The course further develops the skills introduced in the first year of algebra, with an emphasis on speed, accuracy, and content theory. It then proceeds to more advanced topics, including radicals, and complex numbers and logarithms. Advanced Algebra II provides students with foundation for Pre-Calculus and Calculus.

Prerequisites: Algebra I/Student Advancement Recommendations

001315 ALGEBRA II

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Algebra II is an essential part of preparing students who are going to college. It is recommended for students who have successfully completed Algebra I with a C or higher, and who are planning to further their education. The course further develops the skills introduced in the first year of algebra, with an emphasis deeper procedural knowledge, content theory, and problem solving skills. Students then proceed to more advanced topics, including radicals, complex numbers and logarithms. Algebra II provides students with the opportunity to improve the mathematical skills needed for many fields of study.

Prerequisites: Algebra I

001332 TRIGONOMETRY/ADVANCED MATHEMATICS

Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 11, 12

The first semester of the course will provide an in-depth study of trigonometric functions and their applications. The topics covered will help students prepare for success in both Precalculus and Calculus. The second semester of this course will cover topics that will be beneficial to students in a college algebra course. Beginning with a review of algebra, the course progresses to power, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions, while also covering basic matrix operations.

Prerequisites: Algebra II

001322 ADVANCED PRECALCULUS

Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 11, 12

The goal of Precalculus is to further prepare students for upcoming Calculus courses. Topics include all types of functions and their graphs and important characteristics, sequences, series, counting methods and probability as well as trigonometry, matrices, systems of equations and conic sections. Throughout the course emphasis is placed on learning notation and proper ways to express mathematical concepts while synthesizing information. A graphing calculator is required.

Prerequisites: Algebra II/Student Advancement Recommendations

001327 ADVANCED PLACEMENT CALCULUS (LEVEL AB)

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5 (AP)

Grade Level: 12

This course is intended for students who have a thorough knowledge of college preparatory mathematics algebra, axiomatic geometry, trigonometry, and analytic geometry (rectangular and polar coordinates, equations and graphs, lines, and conics). The Advanced Placement Calculus course is comparable to courses taken in college and universities. It is expected that students who take an AP course in Calculus will seek college credit or placement, or both, from institutions of higher learning. Students are strongly recommended to participate in the Advanced Placement College Credit Exam.

Prerequisites: Precalculus and Student Advancement Recommendations

001326 ADVANCED CALCULUS

Course Length: Year


Grade Level: 12

The study of calculus involves three distinct stages of mathematics: precalculus, the limit process, and new calculus formulations (including derivatives and integrals). The course is designed for students with interests in engineering, economics, life sciences, mathematics, and the physical sciences. Students completing this calculus course will have a strong background in the subject area, allowing them to be successful in calculus courses taken at institutions of higher learning.

Prerequisites: Algebra II/Precalculus/Student Advancement Recommendations

001313 MATH CONCEPTS

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 11, 12

Math Concepts will provide instruction in a variety of fundamental math skills. Topics covered include Geometry, Algebra, Probability, Statistics, and Trigonometry. This course helps prepare students for the PARCC and Accuplacer Exams.

Prerequisites: Algebra I, or Geometry.

001113 S.A.T. PREPARATION


Credits: 2.5


The S.A.T. Preparation course is for any student who plans to attend an institution of higher learning and has to take the College Boards. The curriculum includes a diagnostic pre-test to assess weaknesses, individualized practice using a computer, group practice of verbal and mathematics skills, and a post-test. The course should enable students to reduce test anxiety, increase their confidence, and achieve higher scores on the College Boards.

Prerequisites: Language Arts Literacy 9, Algebra I, Geometry, and currently enrolled in or completed Algebra II

001305 Foundations in Algebra


Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9 - 12

This course is designed for students in grades 9 12 who are in need of basic math instruction in Algebra I based upon performance on the PARCC Algebra assessment and multiple criteria developed by the Deptford Township School District and the New Jersey Department of Education. Students receive an adaptation of the Algebra I curriculum after they have taken the Algebra I curriculum and Algebra I PARCC exam. The goal is for students to receive remediation and review of the algebra skills learned in Algebra I and to retake the Algebra I PARCC exam upon the completion of the Foundations in Algebra course

Prerequisites: Basic skills considerations, previous level math grade/assessment performance, teacher recommendations, standardized test results in mathematics.

001306 Foundations in Geometry


Credits: 2.5

Grade Level: 9 - 12

This course is designed for students in grades 9 12 who are in need of basic math instruction in Geometry based upon performance on the PARCC Geometry assessment and multiple criteria developed by the Deptford Township School District and the New Jersey Department of Education. Students receive an adaptation of the Geometry curriculum after they have taken the Geometry curriculum and Geometry PARCC exam. The goal is for students to receive remediation and review of the geometry skills learned in Geometry and to retake the Geometry PARCC exam upon the completion of the Foundations in Geometry course

Prerequisites: Basic skills considerations, previous level math grade/assessment performance, teacher recommendations, standardized test results in mathematics.

001342 COLLEGE MATHEMATICS

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 12

This is a course designed to help prepare the students for the Accuplacer for a graduation requirement and/or for attendance at a community college. The course reviews the fundamentals of basic mathematics and basic college-level algebra beginning with a review of some essential computational skills with signed numbers and fractions and moving on to the fundamentals of algebra. Students will be provided with the necessary preparation to demonstrate proficiency on college mathematics entrance exams through the review of many core skills and mathematical processes. Calculators will not be used in this course.

Prerequisites: Teacher Recommendations

001345 ADVANCED PLACEMENT STATISTICS

Course Length: Year

Credits 5 (AP)

Grade Level: 11, 12

The purpose of the AP course in Statistics is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes: Exploring Data, Sampling and Experimentation, Anticipating Patterns, and Statistical Inference. It is expected that students who take an AP course in Statistics will seek college credit or placement, or both, from institutions of higher learning. Students are strongly recommended to participate in the Advanced Placement College Credit Exam.

Note: AP Statistics also has a strong focus in reading and writing skills. Students will apply these skills to analyze and interpret data and translate information into written reports and narratives of results.

Prerequisites: Algebra II and Student Advancement Recommendations

001369 FUNCTIONAL MATH

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 11, 12

One of the main goals of this class is to provide opportunities for students to apply their math and critical thinking skills in everyday situations. Topics include instruction in the areas of calculator skills, tables, graphs, charts, using money, maintaining a checking account, time concepts, time cards, paychecks, shopping, and measurements.

Pre-requisites: Recommendation for course per IEP only.

NAVY JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICERS TRAINING CORPS (NJROTC)


The NJROTC program is designed to build leadership, scholarship and citizenship in participating cadets. This is intended to be done through a broad social-science academic approach and practical, guided leadership experience in naval organization and administration of the unit.

PROGRAM OF STUDIES

The curriculum consists of four courses emphasizing leadership, service, citizenship, and the relationship of the seas to American History, world geography, technology, international relations, and economics.

INFORMATION OF NOTE

The Navy provides cadets with uniforms, books and training aides. Cadets are required to wear their uniform to school one day each cycle. Although not a requirement, participation in extra-curricular activities such as color guard, drill teams, air rifle team, and academic and physical fitness teams is encouraged.

There is no military obligation associated with this program.

Successful completion of a NJROTC course meets the 5 credit requirement for 21st Century Life and Careers/Career-Technical Education.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FOR NJROTC

002003 NAVAL SCIENCE I

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This first-year course within the NJROTC program is designed to provide students with basic information based on current Chief of Naval Education and Training instructions. All students will learn military drill and ceremonies, uniform regulations, physical fitness, orienteering, principles of health, first aid, and survival. Character development, citizenship, and moral ethics are core to the unit and facilitated throughout the year.

Prerequisites: None

002004 NAVAL SCIENCE II

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5


This course is designed to provide a sound appreciation for the heritage and traditions of America, with a firm knowledge of maritime geography and recognition of the historical significance of sea power. It also further enhances leadership and citizenship skills. The second year in NJROTC develops in each cadet a growing sense of pride in his/her organization, associates, and self.

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Naval Science I

Note: Naval Science II and Naval Science III are offered in alternate years.

Naval Science II in 2018-2019

Naval Science III in 2017-2018

002005 NAVAL SCIENCE III

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5


This course covers the topics of Military Justice, International Law and the Sea, and some National Strategy. Also covered are Naval Weapons: Gunnery, Guided Missiles, and Mines. This year in NJROTC is designed to broaden the understanding of leadership and discipline, the concept and significance of teamwork, the intrinsic value of good order and discipline in the accomplishments of objectives.

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Naval Science I

Note: Naval Science II and Naval Science III are offered in alternate years.

Naval Science II in 2018-2019

Naval Science III in 2017-2018

002006 NAVAL SCIENCE IV

Course Length: Year

Credits: 5

Grade Level: 12

This course covers the development of practical leadership on both the individual and group level. The students will study various philosophies, theories, and models of leadership. They will develop goals, motivational techniques, and activities for groups. The seniors involved in the course will be in leadership roles and will analyze their decisions and successes throughout the year. Classroom activities will include seminars, reading assignments, presentations, practical work with young cadets, and above all else, lead by example.

Prerequisites: Completion of Naval Science I, II, and III and Teacher Recommendation

PERSONALIZED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES (PLO)

PLO is designed for students who want the opportunity to earn credits outside of Deptford Township High School. Seniors accepted into the PLO are dismissed for the day once their class requirements for graduation are fulfilled.

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