english department - fjuhsd

ENGLISH MATH

Sunny hills high schoolH O N O R S / A P / I B C O U R S E E X P E C T A T I O N S

SOCIAL SCIENCE

English 1 HEnglish 2 H

English Language &Composition AP

English Literature &Composition AP

English IB HL 1English IB HL 2

Biology HBiology AP

Biology IB SLChemistry H

Environmental Science APChemistry AP

Physics AP

Geometry HAlgebra 2 H

Pre-Calculus HStatistics AP

Calculus AB APCalculus BC AP

Math IB SL

Computer SciencePrinciples AP

Computer Science A AP

AP Art HistoryDrawing and Painting APVisual Arts IB SL/ HL 1&2

Human Geography APEuropean History AP

Psychology APU.S. History AP

Macro Economics APAmerican Government AP

Economics IB HL 1/ HL 2History of the Americas HL 2

Theory of Knowledge IB

World Languages APWorld Languages IB

Spanish H

SCIENCE BUSINESS

ART

WORLDLANGUAGE

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ENGLISH DEPARTMENTE N G L I S H 1 H O N O R S

Qualify for honors/Pre-IB throughplacement testA or B in Grade 8 English H or an A inGrade 8 EnglishDemonstration of higher-level writing andthinking skills

Familiarity with and expertise in a varietyof writing modesUse of higher order thinking skills –analysis, synthesis, and evaluationActive and voluntary participation inclass/group discussionObservable commitment to and love oflearning, self-motivatedAbility to read considerable amounts ofchallenging literature closelyMaturity to work independently and askfor help when neededResponsibility to prepare and to deliverpresentations in the class

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Complete extensive, rigorous homeworkassignments and independent readingand studying (1+ hour/night)

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PREREQUISITES

GENERAL COURSEEXPECTATIONS

COURSE EXPECTATIONSOUTSIDE OF CLASS

ENGLISH DEPARTMENTE N G L I S H 2 H O N O R S

A or B in English 1H or an A in English 1Recommendation of former EnglishteacherWriting portfolio or sample thatdemonstrates higher-level writing andthinking skills

Familiarity with and expertise in a varietyof writing modesUse of higher order thinking skills—analysis, synthesis, and evaluationActive and voluntary participation inclass/group discussionObservable commitment to and love oflearning, self-motivatedAbility to read considerable amounts ofchallenging literature closelyMaturity to work independently and askfor help when neededResponsibility to prepare and deliverpresentations to the class


Complete extensive, rigorous homeworkassignments and independent readingand studying (2-3 novel chapters/nightand sometimes weekends and 2-3projects)

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RECOMMENDATIONS/PREREQUISITES



ENGLISH DEPARTMENT A P E N G L I S H L A N G U A G E & C O M P O S I T I O N

A or B in English 2H or an A in English 2 or anA or B English 3Recommendation of former English teacherWriting portfolio or sample thatdemonstrates higher-level writing andthinking skills

Familiarity with and expertise in a varietyof writing modesUse of higher order thinking skills—analysis, synthesis, and evaluationActive and voluntary participation inclass/group discussionObservable commitment to and love oflearningAbility to read considerable amounts ofchallenging literature closelyMaturity to work independentlyResponsibility to prepare and deliverpresentations to the class


Complete extensive, rigorous homeworkassignments and independent readingevery night (1-2 hours/night or 3-5hours/week)

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ENGLISH DEPARTMENTA P E N G L I S H L I T E R A T U R E & C O M P O S I T I O N

A or B in AP English Language &Composition

Familiarity with and expertise in a varietyof writing modesUse of higher order thinking skills—analysis, synthesis, and evaluationActive and voluntary participation inclass/group discussionObservable commitment to and love oflearningAbility to read considerable amounts ofchallenging literature closelyMaturity to work independentlyResponsibility to prepare and deliverpresentations to the classCommit to take the AP exam


Complete extensive, rigorous homeworkassignments and independent readingand studying (3-5 hours/week)

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E N G L I S H H L 1

A or B in English 2H

Familiarity with and expertise in a variety ofwriting modesUse of higher order thinking skills—analysis,synthesis, and evaluationActive and voluntary participation inclass/group discussionObservable commitment to and love oflearningAbility to read considerable amounts ofchallenging literature closely, including WorldLiterature works studied in translationMaturity to work independentlyResponsibility to prepare and deliverpresentations to the class


Complete extensive, rigorous homeworkassignments and independent reading andstudying (3-5 hours/week)Participate in conferences with teachers aboutwriting assignments in preparation for IB internalassessmentsPrepare for the Oral Presentation component ofIB assessment.

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ENGLISH DEPARTMENT

IB diploma candidate

Familiarity with and expertise in a variety ofwriting modesUse of higher order thinking skills—analysis,synthesis, and evaluationActive and voluntary participation inclass/group discussionObservable commitment to and love oflearningAbility to read considerable amounts ofchallenging literature closely, including WorldLiterature works studied in translationMaturity to work independentlyResponsibility to prepare and deliverpresentations to the classCommitment to prepare to take the AP/IBexaminations


Complete extensive, rigorous homeworkassignments and independent readingParticipate in conferences with teachers aboutwriting assignments in preparation for AP/IBexaminationsPrepare for Oral Commentary component of IBassessment

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ENGLISH DEPARTMENTE N G L I S H H L 2

B I O L O G Y H

Qualify for honors/Pre-IB throughplacement testUnderstanding that this course isextremely rigorous

Follow the prescribed Biology courseoutlineUse higher order thinking skills includinganalysis, synthesis and evaluation ofbiological conceptsMaster laboratory skills and concepts andbe able to express them in laboratoryreports

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Complete nightly reading, homework andstudying (1-1 ½ hours/night)

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SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

B I O L O G Y A P

Recommendation of former Science teacherCompletion of Biology H, with a grade of A orB and Completion of Chemistry H with agrade of A or BCompletion of Geometry, Geometry H,Algebra 2 or Algebra 2 H with a grade of A orB

Follow the prescribed Biology AP courseoutlinePerform at a level consistent with anintroductory college biology courseMaster laboratory skills and knowledgeCommit to take the AP exam

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Complete outside reading assignmentsEngage in rigorous, independent study (1-1 ½ hours/night)

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SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

B I O L O G Y I B S L

IB diploma candidate plus successfulcompletion of Biology and Chemistrycontent areas

Follow the prescribed Biology IB courseoutlineCommit to take the IB examComplete a group project consistent withthe guidelines of the IB Program

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Engage in rigorous, independent studyincluding nightly reading homework andstudying (1-1 ½ hours/night) andcomplete 2 large internal assessmentprojects

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SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

C H E M I S T R Y H

Completion of Biology with a grade of Aor completion of Biology H with an A or BConcurrent enrollment or completion ofAlgebra 2 or higher level math

Perform at a level consistent with anaccelerated Chemistry courseMaster laboratory skills and knowledge ofthe Chemistry worldDemonstrate laboratory conductconsistent with safe laboratoryprocedures

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Complete laboratory reports and projectsComplete supplementary reading projectsas assignedEngage in rigorous, independent study(up to 1 hour/night)

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SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

E N V I R O N M E N T A L S C I E N C E A P

Completion of Chemistry CP or H with agrade of A or BCompletion of Algebra 2 with a grade of Aor B

Follow the prescribed AP EnvironmentalScience outlineExhibit unusually high levels ofcommitment, motivation, and academicmaturityClaim the responsibility for his or her ownlearningPerform at a level consistent with ageneral environmental science collegecourseExpress environmental science conceptsverbally and in writing with clarity andlogicCommit to take the AP exam

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Commit to unsupervised individual study,reading and homework

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SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

C H E M I S T R Y A P

Completion of Chemistry H with a gradeof A or BCompletion of Algebra 2 with a grade of Aor B

Follow the prescribed AP Chemistry outlineExhibit unusually high levels of commitment,motivation, and academic maturityClaim the responsibility for his or her ownlearningPerform at a level consistent with a generalchemistry college course, not introductorychemistryAttain a depth of understanding offundamentals and competence in dealingwith chemical problemsExpress chemistry concepts verbally and inwriting with clarity and logicPerform meaningful laboratory work byplanning and preparing for it in advanceCommit to take the AP exam

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Commit to unsupervised individual studyComplete laboratory reports, projects, andadditional laboratory activitiesComplete supplementary reading andproblem sets as assigned, including thesummer assignments

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SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

P H Y S I C S A P

Grade of A or B in Chemistry H or an A inPhysics CPCompletion Algebra 2 with a grade of A orB

Follow the prescribed Physics AP courseoutlinePerform at a level consistent with anintroductory college physics courseParticipate actively in all facets of thecourseMaster laboratory skills and knowledge ofthe physical worldDemonstrate laboratory conductconsistent with safe laboratoryproceduresCommit to take the AP or IB exam

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Engage in rigorous, independent reading,homework and studying (1- 1½hours/night)Complete 1-2 projects/semester

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SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

G E O M E T R Y H

Qualify for honors/Pre-IB throughplacement testHave a final grade of A or B in Algebra 1

Commit to spend the time and effortnecessary, both inside and outside ofclass, to successfully complete allassignments, reading, studying, andreviewBe diligent in participating in all classactivities without distracting others fromthis task

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Engage in rigorous, independent study (1hour/night)

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MATH DEPARTMENT

A L G E B R A 2 H

Have a grade of B or better in Geometry Hor A’s in Geometry and A’s in Algebra 1A &1B


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Engage in rigorous, independent study (1-1½ hours/night)

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MATH DEPARTMENT

P R E - C A L C U L U S H

Have a final grade of B or better inAlgebra 2HHave a final grade of A in Algebra 2


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Engage in rigorous, independent study (1-1½ hours/night)

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MATH DEPARTMENT

S T A T I S T I C S A P

Have a grade of B or better in Algebra 2or Algebra 2 HHave a thorough knowledge of collegepreparatory mathematics, includingalgebra

Commit to spend the time and effortnecessary, both inside and outside ofclass, to successfully complete allassignments, reading, studying, andreviewBe diligent in participating in all classactivities without distracting others fromthis taskTake the AP exam

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Engage in rigorous, independent studyComplete nightly homework

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MATH DEPARTMENT

C A L C U L U S A B A P

Have a final grade of A or better in Pre-calculus, or a B or better in Pre-Calculus H

Commit to spend the time and effortnecessary, both inside and outside ofclass, to successfully complete allassignments, reading, studying, andreviewBe diligent in participating in all classactivities without distracting others fromthis taskCommit to take the AP exam

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Engage in rigorous, independent studyand complete night homework

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MATH DEPARTMENT

C A L C U L U S B C A P

Have a final grade of A or better in Pre-Calculus H and teacher recommendation


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Complete nightly homeworkEngage in rigorous, independent study

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MATH DEPARTMENT

M A T H I B S L

IB diploma candidate with teacherrecommendation

Each student will Commit to spend thetime and effort necessary, both inside andoutside of class, to successfully completeall assignments, reading, studying, andreviewBe diligent in participating in all classactivities without distracting others fromthis taskCommit to take the IB exam

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Engage in rigorous, independent studyEach student will -




MATH DEPARTMENT

C O M P U T E R S C I E N C E P R I N C I P L E S A P

Have a grade of B or better in Algebra 1or higher


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BUSINESS DEPARTMENT

C O M P U T E R S C I E N C E A A P

Have a grade of B or better in Geometry Hor an A in Geometry


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BUSINESS DEPARTMENT

H U M A N G E O G R A P H Y A P

As a 9th grader, qualfy thought honorsplacement exam Current 10-12th, Grade of A or B in WorldHistory and Grade of A or B in English 1 Hor an A in English 1

Use of higher order thinking skills—analyze, synthesis, and evaluationBe active and participate in class/groupdiscussionsBe able to work independently and ingroupsCommit to take the AP examSucessful completion of this course willmeet the world history requirement forgraduation

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SOCIAL SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

E U R O P E A N H I S T O R Y A P

Student should have successfullycompleted World History with a grade ofB or better

Demonstrate levels of understanding andcompetence through written essays,regular examinations, oral presentations,and projectsParticipate in oral discussions in class andsmall groupsRead and analyze primary sourcedocumentsCommit to take the AP exam

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P S Y C H O L O G Y A P

Grade of A or B in World History Grade of A or B in English 1 H or an A inEnglish 1

Use of higher order thinking skills—analyze, synthesis, and evaluationBe active and participate in class/groupdiscussionsBe able to work independently and ingroupsCommit to take the AP examSubmit a report on the replication of anote-worthy psychological experiment

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U N I T E D S T A T E S H I S T O R Y A P

Student should have successfullycompleted AP Human Geography with agrade of B or better or an A in WorldHistoryEarn B or higher in English 2 H or an A inEnglish 2

Master basic competency in U. S. Historyfrom 1600-present dayAnalyze primary and secondary sources inU.S. HistoryMaster essay and document based essayexaminationsMaster basic skills necessary for multiplechoice section of Advanced PlacementExamCommit to take the AP exam

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Engage in rigorous, independent reading,studying and homework (1 ½ hours/night)

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A M E R I C A N G O V E R N M E N T A P

Teacher recommendation: signature ofU.S. History AP teacherGrade of A or B grade in U.S. History AP

Demonstrate understanding throughessay and/or short answer examinationsand assigned projectsParticipate in mock trials, oralpresentations, and examinationsParticipate in leadership, preparation, andpresentation of Executive, Legislative, andJudicial Branch assignmentsComplete 5 in class essays

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Engage in rigorous, independent reading,studying and homework (1- 1½hours/night)Complete 5 writing assignments

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E C O N O M I C S A P & E C O N O M I C S I B H L 1 & 2

Recommended completion or concurrentenrollment in a Calculus course

Complete assignments according to theestablished time scheduleBe informed and prepared to discusscurrent events related to economicsMaster essay examinations in preparationfor the AP and IB ExamsCommit to take the AP or IB exam

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Engage in rigorous, independent readingand homework (1 - 1½ hours/night)Complete 1 project and/or 1 semesterresearch paper

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H I S T O R Y O F T H E A M E R I C A S H L 2

IB diploma candidate with teacherrecommendation

Master basic competency in History of theAmericas HL 2Analyze primary and secondary sources in20th Century HistoryMaster essay and document based onessay examination questionsTake and pass a Civics examination andcomplete a local government projectBe able to write a research paperUnderstand proper historical citationswhen writing a research paperCommit to take the IB exam

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T H E O R Y O F K N O W L E D G E I B

IB diploma candidate and teacherrecommendation

Use of higher order thinking skills—analyze, synthesis, and evaluationActive and voluntary participation inclass/group discussionsAbility to work independentlyResponsibility to prepare and deliverpresentations to the class

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Complete summer/winter assignmentEngage in rigorous, independent study

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W O R L D L A N G U A G E : L A N G U A G E & C O M P O S I T I O N

Completion of Level 3 with a grade of B orbetterTeacher recommendation

Prepare thorough and punctualassignmentsPrepare for regular and meaningful oralparticipation in the language under studyduring all class discussions and groupactivitiesOrganizational skills including neatlywritten notes maintained in anotebook/portfolio and use of a dictionaryin the language under study/English

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WORLD LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT

Completion of Spanish 4 or AP SpanishLanguage & Composition AP with B or betterCompletion of French 4 or AP FrenchLanguage & Composition with grade of B orbetterTeacher recommendation

Regular and punctual attendance, with sixabsences per semester consideredexcessiveThorough and punctual preparations ofassignmentsRegular and meaningful oral participationin the language under study during allclass discussions and group activitiesOrganizational skills including neatlywritten notes maintained and use of adictionary in the language understudy/EnglishCommit to take the AP exam

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W O R L D L A N G U A G E : L A N G U A G E & C O M P O S I T I O N A P

WORLD LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT

A P A R T H I S T O R Y

Grade of A or B in World History H or astrong A in World HistoryGrade of A or B in English 1 H or an A inEnglish 1

Use of higher order thinking skills—analyze, synthesis, and evaluationBe active and participate in class/groupdiscussionsBe able to work independently and ingroupsCommit to take the AP exam

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ART DEPARTMENT

Engage in rigorous, independent reading,studying and homework (1- 1½ hours/night)Research report on museum, includingvisit to site.

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D R A W I N G A N D P A I N T I N G A P A N D

V I S U A L A R T S I B H L 1 & 2

Successful completion of special studiescourseTeacher recommendation

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