Franklin High School

Program of Studies

2015-2016

Summary of Changes

Seeking to continually provide rich, engaging 21st century learning experiences for all students…

● Addition of extension classes to promote further study within content areas● Development of wellness courses for our special needs students ● Revision to course level recommendations to promote equitable access● Development of +1 model to support incoming English Language Learners

Link to Program of Studies: http://bit.ly/1CMPAJO

Art, Theatre and Design

New CourseTelevision Production II (10-12)Description: Television Production II is a semester course, which follows Television Production I. Students undertake advanced projects, including a monthly magazine-style show, and other real-world assignments related to the broadcasting needs of Franklin High School. Students should expect to be on air at some point in the class and for their work to be broadcast over the school and town.

BusinessNew CourseDesktop Publishing II (9-12)Description: Desktop Publishing II is an expansion of coursework done in Desktop Publishing I. Students will learn advanced design and layout concepts and skills related to print software applications. Projects will include brochures, newsletters, pamphlets and culminate in the layout and design of complex multi-page documents.

Modified CourseRemoving Marketing I and Marketing II as well as DECA

Marketing (11-12)Description: Marketing focuses on the application of business/marketing skills learned in the first year of the program. Students will demonstrate these skills in the operation of the school store, through the research and the creation of a marketing plan, and through the presentation of the marketing plan. Topics discussed include the components of advertising and its function within the total marketing function, buyer behavior, channels of distribution, promotion, pricing and social issues in marketing.

EnglishNew CourseStranger than Fiction (12)Description: This course explores how historical events, movements, and figures have been represented through various texts and mediums. Throughout the course, students are guided by three essential questions:

● Whose stories are told and whose are not? ● What does this reveal about society, culture, and issues of power? ● How can examining reinterpretations of historical events influence the way we see current events?

The course focuses on reading comprehension, textual analysis, inference, research, narrative, and deconstruction through critical lenses.

Health and PENew CoursesExercise Physiology (11-12)Description: Exercise physiology is a branch of physiology that deals with the functioning of the human body during exercise. Emphasis on bioenergetics as well as the circulatory, respiratory, and neuromuscular responses to the physical stress of exercise will be explored. The objective of this course is for students to gain an understanding and working knowledge of how the body responds to exercise so that they may apply this knowledge in their chosen field.

Everyday Nutrition II (10-12)Description: Everyday Nutrition II is designed to be an extension of the learning from Everyday Nutrition 1. Students will take a more in-depth look at diets, dieting, hydration, nutrition for athletes, nutrition through the life cycle, and consumer issues. In the test kitchen and lab, students will prepare foods and participate in experiments that connect content knowledge to authentic applications.

Yoga and Fitness II (9-12)Description: Students will expand upon their foundational yoga practice learned in Yoga and Fitness 1 and participate in regular yoga flows to strengthen their yoga practice. Students will study yoga postures in more depth and learn advanced postures as they continue their practice. Students will continue to practice meditation, breathing, and fitness techniques that promote overall personal health and wellness.

Adaptive Wellness

New Courses Providing wellness education to our special needs students through peer modeling

Adaptive Wellness I (9-12)Description: This course is designed to teach students developmentally appropriate content about health issues and hygiene. In addition, we will focus on increasing physical fitness and gross motor skills through movement. The class will provide opportunities to learn about and play some popular sports. Students with disabilities will work with general education peers in the classroom and gymnasium in a modified Wellness class. Note: Students with disabilities will take this course for a full-year (5.00 credits); general education students (grades 11-12) can take it one or two semesters depending on schedule.

Adaptive Wellness II (up to age 22)Description: This course is designed to teach students developmentally appropriate content about health issues and hygiene. In addition, we will focus on increasing physical fitness and gross motor skills through movement. The class will provide opportunities to learn about and play some popular sports. Students with disabilities will work with general education peers in the classroom and gymnasium in a modified Wellness class. Note: Students with disabilities will take this course for a full-year (5.00 credits); general education students (grades 11-12) can take it one or two semesters depending on schedule.

Mathematics

New Course Discrete Mathematics (11-12)Description: Discrete Mathematics is a college-level course which introduces students to the elements of logic, set theory, number theory, combinatorics, graph theory and other discrete topics. Discrete mathematics has applications in higher level mathematics, computer science, and engineering. Success in this course requires strong and sound foundation in Algebra II concepts, in addition to persistent, effective effort. A graphing calculator is required.

Science

New CourseForensic Science - Full Year (10-12)Description: Forensic Science (full year) will focus on the analysis of evidence collection, crime scenes, skeletal remains, ballistics, toxicology, and document validity. Case studies and crime scenarios will be used to help students understand the implications and issues which emerge as the science of forensics continues to develop. Emphasis on biology, chemistry and physics concepts will be utilized with laboratory investigations in order to illustrate the concepts and principles under an inquiry-based instructional model.

Course Level Recommendations

Previous Wording

FHS Grade Requirements to Maintain Course Level

● A final grade of “C” must be earned in an honors course to remain in an honors course to remain in an honors course.

● A final grade of “B+” must be earned to advance from a College Prep course to an honors course

● A final grade of “B+” must be earned to advance from an Honors course to an Advanced Placement course. The current teacher’s recommendation is also required.

Revised WordingFHS Recommendations for Course Levels

● Suggested final grade of “C” from previous Honors level course and/or teacher recommendation to remain in Honors

● Suggested final grade of “B” to move from a College Prep course to an Honors course and/or teacher recommendation

● Suggested final grade of “B” (College Prep) or “C” (Honors) to enroll in an Advanced Placement course and/or teacher recommendation.*

*In addition, data from PSATs may also be used in the recommendation for enrollment into an Advanced Placement course

FHS English Language Learner Pathway

Over the course of the last two academic years, our ELL population at FHS has increased exponentially. Many of these students speak little to no English and as a result, the degree to which they are able to successfully complete content coursework is limited.

Additionally, according to Federal and State law, the following laws are applicable:

● English Language Development instructional time G.L c. 71A● ELL Instructional Grouping Title VI; EEOA; G.L. c.71A § 4● Instructional Age Restrictions 603 CMR 28.06 (6)

ELL Plus One Pathway

Overview:● Year 1

○ Develop English language academic vocabulary

● Year 2 - Year 5○ Continue to develop English language academic vocabulary○ Access traditional high school curriculum (with support)

Student Profile

Year 1 Pathway● ACCESS Levels 1 and 2

○ Little to no English language

Year 2 - Year 5 ● ACCESS Levels 3+

○ Developing to Advanced English language

Year 1 CoursesACCESS

LevelCourse (click course title for full description) Level Periods/ Cycle Credits

1 or 2 English Language Development I CP 12 10.00

1 or 2 ELD in Life Sciences CP 6 5.00

1 or 2 ELD Concepts in Math CP 6 5.00

1 or 2 ELD Survey of US Government CP 6 5.00

Year 2 - Year 5ACCESS

LevelCourse (click course title for full description) Level Periods/ Cycle Credits

3+ English Language Development II CP 6 5.00

● Students will enroll in traditional high school content courses supported by a certified SEI (Sheltered English Immersion) content instructor

● Students will participate in MCAS