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Program of Studies

2011-2012

EAST PROVIDENCE HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM OF STUDIES

Message from Guidance

Welcome to East Providence High School. You are about to participate in and become part of a long and honored tradition known as "Townie Pride.” We hope that in the next four years you will grow to achieve your full educational potential. As a comprehensive high school, East Providence offers its students a wide range of academic opportunities. Take full advantage of everything East Providence High School has to offer so that your education will be productive and fulfilling. We encourage you to participate in the many extracurricular activities that are available. As you become involved in these activities, you will have a more enjoyable educational experience. This handbook includes information relating to all course offerings, sports, clubs, and services available at our school. This information plus other rules, regulations and procedures will assist you in making informed decisions while at East Providence High School.

COUNSELING AND GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT INTRODUCTION All students are assigned a school counselor, who will provide individual and group counseling and guidance for each student. DEPARTMENT SERVICES The school counseling program provides the following services in the areas of academic, career, and personal/social development:

Individual and group counseling

Coordination of services

Consultation with parents, teachers, and outside agencies

Leadership to improve school and student achievement

Student advocacy

Teaming and collaboration within the learning community COURSE SELECTION Students should always select those courses that will offer the greatest challenge and fulfill all requirements for graduation. College bound students also need to consider those specific requirements for their post-secondary education. Courses in levels Honors (H) and College Preparatory (CP) are college level courses while Standard (S) courses are career, technical/trade, or two-year college level. Only English, mathematics, science, social studies, and foreign language courses will contain H, CP, or S level labels. All other courses do not have a level and will not be computed in a student‟s weighted average. Students take courses according to their ability in each particular academic area. Past performance, standardized test results, teacher recommendations, and academic goals will be considered when selecting courses of study.

LEVEL CHANGES In the spring of each academic year, students may select courses of higher or lower levels than they are presently taking for the following academic year. If a student is receiving a failing or a low passing grade in a particular level, it is recommended that he or she should select courses at a more appropriate level. If a student is receiving a grade of “A” in a course, the student may consider selecting courses at a higher level with a teacher recommendation. In all cases, students should select courses following discussions with their counselors, teachers, and parents. Courses will be changed during the academic year only in the most extreme circumstances; therefore, careful consideration must be given to the proper selection of courses in the spring selection period. POLICY FOR PROMOTION AND RETENTION OF STUDENTS A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 1. A student is required to earn a minimum of five (5) credits each year (Each course is worth one credit.). In addition, a student must accumulate a total of twenty-four (24) credits to meet the minimum requirements for graduation.

2. Seniors, in addition to fulfilling all other requirements for graduation, must

accumulate a minimum of five (5) credits during their senior year to qualify for a diploma. 3. Attendance – students are required to be in class each day. Attendance is taken during first period, parents will be notified and tardiness may result in detention or a meeting with the assistant principal. If a student is absent his/her parent should call school and send in a note the following day. 4. Participation – twenty percent of each student‟s grade will be based on class participation. Class participation is defined as active student involvement. This includes: arriving to class on time, taking notes, possessing the correct materials, participating in group activities, or anything the teacher deems appropriate.

B. RETENTION 1. A student will be retained in a grade if he/she does not earn the necessary five (5) credits to advance.

2. The opportunities afforded through summer school to eligible students provide a means by which pupils can make up courses that they have failed. A student will be considered ineligible for summer school if he/she fails to earn at least a sixty (60) cumulative average in a course. A student can make up a maximum of two (2) courses in summer school. Students with excessive absences will not be allowed to attend summer school. C. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 1. Students must successfully complete the following minimum requirements:

4 credits English 4 credits Mathematics 3 credits Science (Found. for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) 3 credits Social Studies (Civics or World History and US History)

4 credits Physical Education/Health 1+ course Visual Art 1+ course Technology 4 credits Additional Courses

2. Every student is required to complete a Portfolio and a Senior Project. The portfolio is a compilation of three years of academic study (grades 9-11) and a Senior Project component. The Senior Project includes a research paper, internship, product/project, and an exhibition. Students at EPHS are currently using the Rhode Island Electronic Portfolio System (RIEPS) which supports State of Rhode Island‟s Proficiency Based Graduation Requirements. This online system allows students to open, work and save graduation portfolio assignments on a secure electronic portfolio site. The RIEPS is available from any computer that has internet access. Students can login to RIEPS through the high school website [www.eastprovidencehighschool.com] by selecting the PORTFOLIO LOGIN using their assigned username and password. 3. Beginning with the class of 2011, each student is required to complete a minimum of 6 hours annually in service to the community. After school activities, including sports and clubs, as well as, community service hours will be acceptable to meet this requirement (see activities available at the end of this document). 4. Grade 11 students are required to complete the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) state test in ELA, mathematics, and science and achieve “partially proficient,” “proficient,” or “proficient with distinction.” If the student does not meet this requirement, additional evidence may be necessary to achieve proficiency. 5. All students must demonstrate proficiency in ELA, mathematics, science, social studies, art, and technology. D. CLASS RANK Class rank is determined by use of a weighted ranking system. Final averages are multiplied by the weight of each subject; this weighted average is then used to compute the student‟s rank in class. The weights are assigned as follows: AP Four (4) year College: Advanced Placement 2.2 H Four (4) year College: Honors Level 2.0 CP Four (4) year College Level 1.6 S Two (2) year College Level 1.3 These weights are used only to determine class rank; they are used for no other purpose. Only core academic courses are weighted, all non-academic electives are not weighted.

GRADING SYSTEM The grade point average (GPA) is cumulative beginning with first quarter freshman grades. A = 90 – 100 Exceeds Proficiency B = 80 – 89 Proficient C = 70 – 79 Nearly Proficient D = 65 – 69 In Progress F = 64 – 0 Failing P = Passing (For Senior Project Seminar) F = Failing (For Senior Project Seminar) I = Incomplete (classwork must be completed

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REPORT CARDS Report cards are handed out every ten weeks. Progress reports are distributed after the first five weeks of each quarter. Report cards and progress reports are to be signed by a parent/guardian and returned to school. While it is a student‟s responsibility to bring progress reports and report cards home, parents are encouraged to call the student‟s guidance counselor with academic concerns.

HONOR ROLL

Standards for Honor Roll recognition are as follows: Summa Cum Laude - All A's Magna Cum Laude - All A's and B's Cum Laude - All A's, B's and no more than one C

HONOR SOCIETIES NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY In order to be considered for membership in the National Honor Society, a student must fulfill the following criteria:

1. Average of 89.5% or better for 2.5 years 2. High moral character, leadership, and community involvement 3. Fifteen hours of documented community service 4. Selection by faculty and administration during second 5. semester junior year and first semester senior year 6. Application process

RHODE ISLAND HONOR SOCIETY In order to be considered for membership in the Rhode Island Honor Society, a student must fulfill the following criteria:

1. Maintain a cumulative average of 85 or better in all courses. (They may not receive a failing grade in any course.)

2. A student is ineligible for membership if he/she has dropped a subject after receiving a failing grade at the quarter or semester marking period.

3. No failing cumulative averages. 4. No failing grades during the 4

th quarter of senior year.

A transfer student from a school in the Honor Society whose record entitled him/her to membership will be eligible in the receiving school. The principal shall certify the list of eligible candidates.

PARENT CONFERENCES

Parents may make appointments for conferences with all school personnel by calling the main office at 435-7806 x 100 or the Career and Technical Center office at 435-7815.

SCHOOL PERSONALIZATION

ADVISORY

Every student at EPHS is assigned to an advisory that meets daily with approximately fourteen other students and a teacher. The objective of advisory is to personalize our school and ensure each student is known well by at least one adult. Teacher advisors provide information, facilitate discussions, and provide assistance for students when making course and career/college selections. Graduation Portfolios are compiled and stored in advisory locations. SENIOR PROJECT COACH PROGRAM The Senior Project Coach Program is designed to provide students with another adult within the school community, in addition to their senior project seminar teacher, to support and encourage them throughout the senior project experience. Every Faculty member and Administrator is assigned a maximum of three (3) seniors through this program. Students are encouraged to meet with their coach a minimum of once monthly throughout the academic year.

CURRICULUM ALIGNMENT

COURSE ALIGNMENT All English Language Arts, mathematics, science, and social studies course curriculums are aligned to the Grade Span Expectations (GSE) as required by the Rhode Island Department of Education.

ENGLISH DEPARTMENT CURRICULUM The English Language Arts Standards Curriculum focuses on literacy skills (reading, writing, speaking and listening), which reflect the Grade Span Expectations and are essential for effective communication. To read and write competently requires knowledge of vocabulary, grammar, and spelling as well as the ability to interpret and to analyze information. The ability to speak and to listen requires the skill to discriminate substance from rhetoric, to focus on the core of the subject matter, to interpret the information, and to respond concretely. The structure of the English curriculum is based upon a belief that instruction in these skills should be based upon the individual needs of the students. Techniques of literary criticism are developed through both oral and written responses to the reading material offered in the classroom. Correct use of literary terms, as well as a mastery of the rudiments of expository writing, is a required tool in the achievement of this goal. In collaboration with the school librarians, all students receive orientation in basic library skills, including the use of the online public access catalog and specialized guides to periodical literature. This forms the foundation of research necessary to the term paper and to other assignments incorporating these needs. The technological aspects of literacy are addressed through basic word processing techniques as well as manuscript forms, research paper formats and the incorporation of graphs and charts into regular word processing projects. Further, the scope and sequence of the writing program enables students of all levels to proceed with writing techniques such as topic limitation, outlining, organization, sentence structuring, proofreading and revising. The English program is divided into three categories: honors, college preparatory and standard.

COLLEGE PREPARATORY PROGRAM

HONORS ENGLISH English Honors is a class for those students who have demonstrated excellence in understanding and applying basic literacy skills. Students in Honors English express a desire to attend a competitive four-year college or university and attain a level of academic achievement that indicates success on the college level. Reading selections, writing topics and discussions are challenging with an emphasis on critical thinking, analysis and drawing inferences. A willingness to read outside the classroom, as well as to pursue excellence in writing through revision is a necessity for the honors student. Students are expected to read THREE books from the summer reading list to be assessed during the second full week of school. In order to remain in the honors program, a student should maintain an average of at least 85 or have a recommendation from the current teacher.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE:C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4 SCE: O-3

Applied Learning Standards: ALS: A4a, A4b, A4c, A5a.

COLLEGE PREPATORY ENGLISH College preparatory English is for students who demonstrate a proficient level of literacy. These students will experience intensive vocabulary work, basic grammar (mechanics, usage, etc.) primarily as it applies to writing, creative and expository writing, and analysis of literature. College preparatory students are expected to read THREE books from the summer reading list, which will be assessed during the second full week of school. Further, college prep English requires the independent reading of at least one work of literature per quarter accompanied by a written assessment in addition to nightly homework. Most students in the College Preparatory program take the Scholastic Aptitude Test and plan to attend a four-year college or university. In order to remain in the college preparatory program, a student must maintain at least a 75 average or receive a recommendation from the current teacher.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4 SCE: O-3 Applied Learning Standards: ALS: A4a, A4b, A4c.

STANDARD ENGLISH Standard English is for students who have a fair command of the basic literacy skills, learn at a slower rate, and need more time and individual help understanding the material. The study of English will include: vocabulary work, spelling, basic grammar, writing, reading and discussion of stories, plays, and poems. Students are expected to read TWO books from the summer reading list for assessment the second full week of school. Further, students are required to complete some guided reading outside the classroom in addition to their nightly homework. The Standard English program prepares the student for a community college, a technical or trade school, the armed forces or the workforce.


LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY PROGRAM (LEP) Students who are not native English speakers are evaluated and placed in either level one or two LEP classes. Transitional English classes provide additional oral, written and basic-skills work. Students who successfully complete these courses are then scheduled into an appropriate level of English study.


ADVANCED PLACEMENT ENGLISH Students, who do exceedingly well in Honors English during their sophomore year, may be recommended for Advanced Placement I in the eleventh grade. In order to be considered, students must demonstrate a command of reading and writing techniques, as well as the ability to express themselves orally. The Advanced Placement classes are for those students who have an avid interest in the analysis of varied genres of literature and a desire to reach new heights in writing. Completion of an extensive summer project is expected prior to both Advanced Placement I and II. Senior year, the class culminates with the Advanced Placement Examination, which can result in the award of college credit.



URI WRITING/BRITISH LITERATURE HONORS and COLLEGE PREPARATORY Senior College Preparatory students may elect this course to fulfill their senior English requirement. One semester of the class will follow the syllabus of the University of Rhode Island Composition I course. Successful completion of this class will result in three college credits. The second semester will focus on the British Literature of the senior English curriculum. Students in URI Writing must read THREE books from the summer reading list, which are assessed in the fall. Grade 12



INTRODUCTION TO COLLEGE WRITING COLLEGE PREPARATORY Writing, revision and finalization are the main themes of this course. Students improve their composition work through frequent writing. All compositions are considered to be works in progress until they have gone through multiple stages of revision, culminating in a final printed piece. The grade for the course is based upon a portfolio that the student is required to present at the end of each quarter. Grade 12


PUBLIC SPEAKING/RESEARCH This course has two components each spanning one semester. The public speaking course is designed to help students develop self-confidence in making an oral presentation. The research course is designed to help students develop an organized approach to researching and writing of a research paper, as well as, complete the Senior

Project. Grade 11


DRAMA Drama is an introductory course which requires students to participate in all aspects of theatre and reflect upon each assignment. Students write and adapt scripts, act, direct and perform rehearsed, extemporaneous, and impromptu scenes. They become familiar with the roles and responsibilities of the director, stage manager, costume designer, scenic designer and lighting designer through lecture followed by an authentic experience in each realm. In addition, students are required to do some research in theatre history, deliver oral presentations and create parallel activities in order to share their research with the class. Work from this course may be used towards reaching the arts proficiency.


MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT Note: The use of calculators and various manipulatives are encouraged throughout mathematics courses. Starting in Summer of 2010 All Mathematics Courses will require summer assignments. See EPHS website for details. FOUNDATIONS I STANDARD This course is designed to prepare high school students for everyday life as well as success in future mathematics courses. This course presents fundamental algebra and geometry ideas that are the foundation for later study. Some topics include working with data, communicating mathematics, patterns, and equations.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: . AE: C-1, C-4, PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4, SCE: O-1 Applied Learning Standard: A2a, A3c, A3e

FOUNDATIONS II STANDARD This course is designed to apply the principles learned in Foundations 1. The students will continue their study of the fundamentals of algebra and geometry. Some topics include spatial relations, ratio and proportion, probability and decision-making, and relations and functions. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 70 or above in Foundations I.


FOUNDATIONS III STANDARD This course is designed to prepare high school students for everyday situations in money management. Some topics covered are checking accounts, savings accounts, loans, taxes, consumer shopping, buying a car, and map skills. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 70 or above in Foundations I and Foundations II.


TOPICS IN MATHEMATICS STANDARD This course is designed to expose the students to the strands of algebra and functions, statistics and probability, geometry and measurement, and discrete mathematics. These strands are unified by such ideas as patterns of change, patterns in space and visualization, and data collection and analysis. Some topics covered are solving linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, graphing functions, exponents and radicals, measures of central tendency and variation, and probability. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 70 or above in Foundations I, Foundations II, and Foundations III or Algebra Part I, Algebra Part II, and Geometry. This course is restricted to juniors and seniors.


ALGEBRA COLLEGE PREPARATORY This course has a scope far wider than that of most other algebra courses. Some topics covered include uses of variables and algebraic operations as related to real numbers and sets, writing and solving linear equations and inequalities, and usage of exponents and graphing of linear systems. Other topics covered are relations and functions, quadratic equations and inequalities, solving and graphing linear and quadratic systems, exponential growth and compound interest. Statistics and geometry are settings for work with linear expressions and sentences. Probability provides a context for algebraic fractions and set ideas. Each example covered includes examples modeled from real-life situations.


ALGEBRA Part I (first course in two-year sequence) STANDARD This course has a scope far wider than that of most other algebra courses. Applications motivate all topics. Some topics covered include uses of variables and algebraic operations as related to real numbers and sets, writing and solving linear equations and inequalities, usage of exponents and graphing of linear systems. Each example covered includes examples modeled from real-life

situations.


ALGEBRA Part II (second course in two-year sequence) STANDARD This course is a continuation of material covered in Algebra (Part I). It is a continuation of an integrated series, which presents statistics, probability, and geometry within the Algebra concepts. Applications motivate all topics. Some topics covered include relations and functions, quadratic equations and inequalities, solving and graphing linear and quadratic systems, exponential growth and compound interest. Statistics and geometry are settings for work with linear expressions and sentences. Probability provides a context for algebraic fractions and set ideas. Each example covered includes examples modeled from real-life situations. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 70 or above in Algebra Part I.


GEOMETRY HONORS This course is designed to develop relationships between points, lines, and planes; to discuss plane figures with emphasis on congruency and similarity; to integrate coordinates and transformations; and to work extensively with measurement formulas and three-dimensional figures. The students will be introduced to formal proofs as a means of teaching the process of deductive reasoning. Some topics covered are angles, perpendicularity, parallelism, triangles, quadrilaterals, circles, areas and coordinate and spatial geometry. Two semester projects are required. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 80 or above in Algebra H (grade 8) or a 93 or above in Algebra CP. A summer project is required.


GEOMETRY COLLEGE PREPARATORY This course is designed to develop relationships between points, lines, and planes; to discuss plane figures with emphasis on congruency and similarity; to integrate coordinates and transformations; and to work extensively with measurement formulas and three-dimensional figures. The students will be introduced to formal proofs as a means of teaching the process of deductive reasoning. Some topics covered are angles, perpendicularity, parallelism, triangles, quadrilaterals, circles, areas and coordinate and spatial geometry. One semester project is required. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 80 or above in Algebra CP.


GEOMETRY STANDARD

This course is designed to present all of the geometric concepts usually presented in a formal geometry course in an investigative and application-oriented format. This course emphasizes the hands-on approach to learning geometric skills without the rigor of formal proof. It is an alternative to the traditional high school geometry course. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 70 or above in Algebra CP, or Algebra Part I and Algebra Part II.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: . AE: C-1, C-4, PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4,

SCE: O-1 Applied Learning Standard: A2a, A3c, A3e

ADVANCED ALGEBRA HONORS This course is designed to give an extension of ideas discussed in Algebra and Geometry. This course emphasizes facility with both linear and quadratic algebraic expressions and forms, powers and roots, and functions based on these concepts. In addition, logarithmic, trigonometric, and polynomial functions will be discussed for both their abstract properties as well as their modeling of real-world situations. Two semester projects are required. Graphing calculators will be used throughout the course. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra H, and Geometry H with a grade of 80 or better. A summer project is required. This course targets the following Learner Expectations: . AE: C-1, C-4, PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4, SCE: O-1 Applied Learning Standard: A2a, A3c, A3e

ADVANCED ALGEBRA COLLEGE PREPARATORY This course is designed to give an extension of ideas discussed in Algebra and Geometry. This course emphasizes facility with both linear and quadratic algebraic expressions and forms, powers and roots, and functions based on these concepts. In addition, polynomial functions will be discussed for both their abstract properties as well as their modeling of real-world situations. One semester project is required. Graphing calculators will be used throughout the course. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 70 or above in Algebra CP, and Geometry H or CP.


TRIGONOMETRY/STATISTICS HONORS This course is designed to expose the students to the strands of algebra and functions, statistics and probability, and geometry and trigonometry at an honors level. These strands are unified by such ideas as patterns of change, patterns in space and visualization, and data collection and analysis. Some topics covered are solving linear, quadratic, and rational equations and inequalities, graphing functions, exponents and radicals, angular measure and trigonometric functions and their applications, solving right and oblique triangles, measures of central tendency and variation, and probability. This course requires extensive use of a graphing calculator. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 70 or above in Algebra H, Geometry H, and Advanced Algebra H. This course is restricted to juniors and seniors.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: . AE: C-1, C-4, PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4,

SCE: O-1 Applied Learning Standard: A2a, A3c, A3e

TRIGONOMETRY/STATISTICS COLLEGE PREPARATORY This course is designed to expose the students to the strands of algebra and functions, statistics and probability, and geometry and trigonometry at a college preparatory level. These strands are unified by such ideas as patterns of change, patterns in space and visualization, and data collection and analysis. Some topics covered are solving linear, quadratic, and rational equations and inequalities, graphing functions, exponents and radicals, angular measure and trigonometric functions and their applications, solving right and oblique triangles, measures of central tendency and variation, and probability. This course requires extensive use of a graphing calculator. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 70 or above in Algebra CP, Geometry H or CP, and Advanced Algebra H or CP. This course is restricted to juniors and seniors.


INTRODUCTION TO COLLEGE MATH COLLEGE PREPARATORY This course is designed to prepare students for a required placement test at the college level. Topics will include a thorough review of basic arithmetic skills without a calculator, ratio, proportion, percent, geometry and measurement. Also included will be algebra skills including, but not limited to solving linear equations and inequalities, graphing lines, solving quadratic equations, polynomials and factoring. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to take the placement test for CCRI at no cost. Students will be required to purchase the textbook for this course. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 70 or above in Algebra CP and Geometry CP. This course is restricted to seniors


PRE-CALCULUS HONORS This course is designed to enrich and broaden the student‟s background in Algebra and Trigonometry. This course is also designed to prepare for Calculus I or freshman college mathematics courses. Some topics to be covered are functional notation and the theory of functions, limit theory, matrices, vectors, polar graphing, analytical geometry, logarithms, sequences and series, mathematical induction, and the binomial theorem. This course requires extensive use of a graphing calculator. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 80 or above in Algebra H, Geometry H, and Advanced Algebra H. A personal interview and a summer project are required. The student must have received a B or better Advanced Algebra and Trigonometry and Statistics.


MATHEMATICAL ANALYSIS HONORS This course is designed to enrich and broaden the student's background in Algebra and Trigonometry. This course is also designed to help prepare the student for college level mathematics. Some topics to be covered include polynomial functions and inequalities, rules of exponents and logarithms, and trigonometric functions and equations. If time allows, there will be an introduction to limits. One semester project is required. This course requires extensive use of a graphing calculator. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 70 or above in Algebra CP, Geometry H, Advanced Algebra H, and Trigonometry and Statistics H.


MATHEMATICAL ANALYSIS COLLEGE PREPARATORY This course is designed to enrich and broaden the student's background in Algebra and Trigonometry. This course is also designed to help prepare the student for college level mathematics. Some topics to be covered include polynomial functions and inequalities, rules of exponents and logarithms, and trigonometric functions and equations. If time allows, there will be an introduction to limits. One semester project is required. This course requires extensive use of a graphing calculator. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 70 or above in Algebra CP, Geometry H or CP, Advanced Algebra H or CP, and FST H or CP.


CALCULUS HONORS This course is designed to cover the fundamental concepts and application of both differential and integral calculus. Some topics to be covered are rates of change of variables and functions, limits, continuity, derivatives, and integrals. Two semester projects are required. This course requires extensive use of a graphing calculator. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 70 or above in Algebra H, Geometry H, Advanced Algebra H, FST H and Pre-Calculus H. A summer project is required.


AP CALCULUS

ADVANCED PLACEMENT This course is designed to cover the concepts and applications of both differential and integral calculus. Some topics to be covered are rates of change of variables and functions, limits, continuity, derivative, and integrals. This course requires extensive use of a graphing calculator. This course requires the student to take the AP exam in the spring. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 70 or above in Algebra & Geometry H, Advanced Algebra H, Tri/Stat H and Pre-Calculus H. A summer project is required.


AP STATISTICS ADVANCED PLACEMENT The course is designed 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: Describing patterns and departures from patterns, Sampling and Experimentation: Planning and conducting a study, Anticipating Patterns: Exploring random phenomena using probability and simulation, Statistical Inference: Estimating population parameters and testing hypotheses. This course requires the student to take the AP exam in the spring.

Prerequisite: Passing grade of 70 or above in Algebra & Geometry H, Advanced Algebra H,Trig/Stat H. A summer project is required.

SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

The East Providence School Department has implemented Physics First in the secondary science curriculum. This program will follow a sequence of 9

th grade Foundations for Physics, 10

th

grade Chemistry, and 11th grade Biology for all students. This curriculum will provide the

framework and basic understanding of concepts for further studies in science and better prepare our students for Grade Span Expectations in science and state-wide assessments. FOUNDATIONS FOR PHYSICS HONORS, COLLEGE PREPARATORY, and STANDARD This course will explore the concepts of physics through scientific inquiry while enhancing literacy skills through problem solving, data collection, and analysis. Topics of study will include energy, forces, motion, properties of matter, sound and light, electricity and magnetism, and atomic structure. All students are required to keep a scientific notebook. For Honors Foundations of Physics, there is a mandatory summer independent study project (preceding the start of the course). Grade 9.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: . AE: PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4, SCE: O-1, SCE: O-2 Applied Learning Standard: A1b, A2a, A3a, A3e, A4a, A5a

CHEMISTRY HONORS, COLLEGE PREPARATORY, and STANDARD This course will explore the concepts of matter and energy through scientific inquiry while building

on math preparation through dimensional analysis. Mathematical skills will focus on scientific notation, exponential computations, scientific communication (including observations, graphing tables), and metric measurement. Chemistry concepts of density, temperature, pressure, heat calculations, chemical symbols, writing formulas, learning names for compounds, atomic theory, percent composition and the periodic table of elements will be studied in detail. The preceding will be supplemented with the writing of term papers, class projects, extensive laboratory work and optional activities designated by the instructor. All students are required to keep a scientific notebook. For Honors Chemistry, there is a mandatory summer independent study project (preceding the start of the course). Prerequisite: Successful completion of Foundations for Physics; Grade 10.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4, PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4, SCE: S-1, S-2 Applied Learning Standard: A2a, A2c, A3a, A3c, A3e, A4a

BIOLOGY HONORS, COLLEGE PREPARATORY, and STANDARD This course is designed to follow the Foundations for Physics and Chemistry courses. Students will explore living systems through scientific inquiry. Expectations of independent student work and team oriented explorations will be combined to study key domains of life science including ecology, genetics, cellular and molecular studies, and evolution. Contemporary knowledge and laboratory practices will be used to reinforce basic concepts in the key domains studied. The course is also supplemented with activities and laboratory study deemed appropriate by the instructor to show the relevance of biology outside the classroom. All students are required to keep a scientific notebook. For Honors Biology, there is a mandatory summer independent study project (preceding the start of the course). Prerequisite: Successful completion of Foundations for Physics and Chemistry; Grade 11.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4, PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4, SCE: S-1, S-2, O-1, O-2 Applied Learning Standard: A1b, A1c, A2a, A2b, A2c, A3a, A3c, A3e, A4a, A4b, A4c, A5a

AP BIOLOGY ADVANCED PLACEMENT This course is designed to follow the Foundations for Physics and Chemistry courses and will be a first year Biology course option for highly motivated Honors students. It is designed to be the equivalent of a college introductory course usually taken by biology majors during their first year of undergraduate study. The course aims to provide students with the conceptual framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills necessary to deal critically with the rapidly changing science of biology. After showing themselves to be qualified on the College Board

® AP examination, some

students, as college freshmen, are permitted to undertake upper level courses in biology or register for courses where biology is a prerequisite. Other students may have fulfilled a basic requirement for laboratory science. Enrollment in this course is a serious commitment. Students are expected to sign an enrollment contract of academic commitment in the spring, prior to entering the course. Students will be issued their textbooks and summer assignments in the spring before departing for summer recess. Students will not be allowed to drop the course after September 30

th.

There is a mandatory summer independent study project (preceding the start of the course). Prerequisites: Successful completion of Honors Foundations for Physics and Honors Chemistry.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4, PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4, SCE: S-1, S-2, O-1, O-2 Applied Learning Standard: A1b, A1c, A2a, A2b, A2c, A3a, A3c, A3e, A4a, A4b, A4c, A5a

PHYSICS HONORS This course emphasizes the use of observation, analysis, and conjecture in studying the physical world. Students take measurements of physical quantities, find patterns and experience the development of the laws of mechanics, simple harmonic motion, acoustics, optics magnetism and direct-current electricity. Topics will include velocity, acceleration, force, motion, harmonic motion, circular motion, momentum, and kinetic and potential energy. Techniques include scientific measurement and vector arithmetic, videos, textbooks, individual and group projects and other activities deemed necessary by the instructor. There is a mandatory summer independent study project (preceding the start of the course). Prerequisites: Successful completion of required three-course science sequence of Foundations for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Honors or CP levels required. Successful completion or concurrent course: FST and successful completion of Advanced Algebra.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4, PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4, SCE: S-1, S-2, O-1, O-2 Applied Learning Standard: A1b, A1c, A2a, A2b, A2c, A3a, A3c, A3e, A4a, A4b, A4c

ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY HONORS and COLLEGE PREPARATORY The course is designed to introduce students to the essentials of anatomy and physiology, with emphasis on homeostasis and the structure and function of systems of the human body. Laboratory exercises, virtual dissections and computer technologies supplement classroom instruction. For Honors Anatomy & Physiology, there is a mandatory summer independent study project (preceding the start of the course). Prerequisite: Successful completion of required three-course science sequence of Foundations for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Honors or CP levels required.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4, PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4, SCE: S-1, S-2, O-1, O-2 Applied Learning Standard: A1b, A1c, A2a, A2b, A2c, A3a, A3c, A3e, A4a, A4b, A4c

HUMAN DEVELOPMENT HONORS and COLLEGE PREPARATORY This class is the study of the interrelationships of human genetics and the psychological and physical development of humans. Major areas of study include: developmental theories, basic learning processes (classical and operant conditioning), genetic disorders, pedigree and karyotype analysis. All students will research one human genetic disorder. For Honors Human Development, there is a mandatory summer independent study project (preceding the start of the course).

Prerequisite: Successful completion of required three-course science sequence of Foundations for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Honors or CP levels required.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4, PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4, SCE: S-1, S-2, S-3, O-1, O-2, O-3 Applied Learning Standard: A1b, A1c, A2a, A2b, A2c, A3a, A3c, A3e, A4a, A4b, A4c

SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT

CIVICS HONORS, COLLEGE PREPARATORY, and STANDARD This course prepares students to be knowledgeable, responsible, and participating citizens in our democratic form of government. The relationship among the federal, state, and local governments will be explored. Emphasis will be placed on the Constitution, Bill of Rights, pertinent documents, and the three branches of U.S. Government--legislative, executive, and judicial, which foster an understanding of democratic principles for the twenty-first century. Grade 9

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4; SCE: S-1; SCE: O-2, O-3 Applied Learning Standards: A2a, A2b, A2c, A3a, A4b, A4c

WORLD HISTORY HONORS, COLLEGE PREPARTORY, and STANDARD This class will provide the student with an opportunity to examine in a systematic way: historical events, personages, institutions, philosophies and religions that have shaped the world in which we live today. To achieve this, the student will be introduced to the historical process which will stress critical analysis of continuity and change as a way of understanding the variety and diversity of human experience. Grade 10

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4; SCE: S-1, S-2; SCE: O-3 Applied Learning Standard: A2a, A2b, A2c; A3a; A4a, A4b, A4c; A5a

MODERN EUROPEAN HISTORY HONORS This course traces the development of the major European countries and their expanding influence--politically, socially, economically, and culturally--from 1500 to the present. Attention is given to the major "revolutions," both peaceful and violent, which have shaped the modern world, such as the Renaissance, the Reformation, the French Revolution, and the national rivals which culminated in the conflicts of the twentieth century. Primary sources are

used to provide an awareness of the similarities and diversities among men as freedom and knowledge increase. Grades 10-12

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4; SCE: O-3 Applied Learning Standard: A2a, A2b, A2c, A3a, A4a, A4b, A4c, A5a

ECONOMICS HONORS This course focuses on a study of the way in which individuals, households, businesses, and the government participate in the operation of the economy. The primary objective of this course is to teach students the basic tool kit of economic concepts that will enable them to make better choices in the marketplace and the voting booth and therefore become better consumers and citizens. Consumer education, the Rhode Island economy and career exploration units are integrated into the course. Grades 10-12

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-2, C-3,C-4 Applied Learning Standard: A2a, A2b, A2c, A3a, A3b, A4a, A4b, A4c, A5a

ECONOMICS AP: MACROECONOMIC and MICROECONOMIC THEORY

ADVANCED PLACEMENT Students study the problems of scarcity and of choices. Topics include supply and demand, markets, business firms, competition, labor, agriculture, monopolies, and government policy. An analysis of contemporary economic problems like social welfare, competition in the market place and profit will be emphasized. This course also studies how economic decisions are made in the marketplace. Through a variety of exercises, students analyze how firms use the forces of economics to compete and earn a profit. The course leads to the Advanced Placement Examination for college credit. Prerequisite: Economics H or with department head approval, an A average in either Honors Foundations for Physics or Chemistry

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-2, C-3,C-4 Applied Learning Standard: A2a, A2b, A2c, A3a, A3b, A4a, A4b, A4c, A5a

UNITED STATES HISTORY I H-II H HONORS United States History I H-II H is a two-year course designed for the academically talented student. Students selected for this course should be prepared to handle college level work. This course is an intense survey of America from the colonial period to the present. Supplementary reading and research papers will play an integral role. Students must learn to read historical material analytically and critically, to weigh historical evidence and interpretations, and to arrive at conclusions on the basis of informed judgment. PARTICIPATION IN BOTH YEARS IS REQUIRED. Grades 11 & 12


UNITED STATES HISTORY COLLEGE PREPARATORY and STANDARD This course gives the student an opportunity to examine the major concepts which have shaped our country, starting with the contributions made by explorers and immigrants from various countries and by the American Indians. Using as their central theme, "What Is An American?" students will investigate various recurring influences such as: (1) values which have molded the American character; (2) the struggle to realize the freedom expressed in the Declaration of Independence; (3) the rise of big business and the accompanying shift from farming to an industrial society; (4) how our government works; and (5) America's expanding position in world affairs, especially in its relation with the communist nations and the emerging Third World countries. Emphasis is placed on the role played by the people in creating the ideals and institutions of modern-day America. Grade 11


AP US HISTORY ADVANCED PLACEMENT This course is a one-year course designed for selected students who are chosen for their intellectual ability and intellectual curiosity. Students selected must be willing to work on a college level. After intensive study, which includes lectures, reading, and research, the student will take the advanced placement examination in the spring. If a student scores well on the examination, he or she may receive college credit. Grade 12


AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY COLLEGE PREPARATORY African-American History will seek to provide a general history of African-Americans from their beginnings to the American present. It will explore the experience of black citizens with both knowledge and understanding to ascertain what happens to a dream deferred. Class approach will involve a mixture of lecture, group discussion, and presentations. Occasionally documentary films, music, and other forms of audiovisual materials may be employed to supplement lectures. Grade 12


RHODE ISLAND HISTORY COLLEGE PREPARATORY and STANDARD This course will seek to synthesize old and new research, to treat social, economic, and cultural as well as political development, and to delineate the broad outlines of Rhode Island History. It will provide students of all ability levels with a collective account that should help them understand the broad foundation on which the future history of their

state rests. In larger perspective, the history of Rhode Island will seek to remind today's generation of its earliest heritage as a contribution to and understanding of its contemporary purpose. Grade 12


EXAMINING CONTEMPORARY ISSUES THROUGH THE MEDIA COLLEGE PREPARATORY and STANDARD The News Media curriculum introduces students to issues that influence our life in this global, multicultural society. Students will explore current economic, political, social, and cultural problems, and explore how ongoing conflicts affect groups as well as individuals. Emphasis is upon America as a dynamic society in the 21

st century, witnessing changes involving community,

state, nation, and the world. Critical thinking skills and technological related research are emphasized. Speaking and listening skills are reinforced through class discussions and oral presentations. The study of interdisciplinary connections relates current events to history using a variety of media sources. Grades 11- 12

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4; AE: PS-1, PS-2; SCE: S-1, O-1, O-2, O-3 Applied Learning Standard: A2a, A2b, A2c, A3a, A4a, A4b, A4c, A5a

FAMILY LAW COLLEGE PREPARATORY and STANDARD This course is designed to indicate basic skills and competencies in how law may be applied to real life family problems. For example, the student will learn about subjects like marriage, divorce, child and spouse abuse. This course should help the student become better able to recognize and deal with family and real life. For optimal use, the course should utilize community resources such as lawyers, police, and court officials. Grade 12

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-4; SCE: S-1,S-2,S-3; SCE: O-1, O-2, O-3 Applied Learning Standard: A2a, A2b, A2c, A3a, A4a, A4b, A4c, A5a

WORLD LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT CURRICULUM The World Language Curriculum is developed around the American Association of the Teachers of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) National Standards of Foreign Language Learning. Language classes incorporate 5 principal standards – communication, culture, connections, comparisons, and communities. Learning a new language not only provides students with the skills to communicate and experience a new language and culture, but also enhances a student‟s understanding of her own language and culture. Students planning on attending college are strongly encouraged to complete at least three years of a language. Through the Rhode Island College Early Enrollment Program, students have the option to receive, for a fee, college credit for the fourth and fifth year language classes offered through the department.. There are both college preparatory and honors language courses.

FRENCH, PORTUGUESE, AND SPANISH LEVEL I COLLEGE PREPARATORY and HONORS (French only) This introductory course initiates the study of a World Language through a variety of activities that inter-relate the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will have ample practice in listening comprehension and speaking activities to enable them to communicate basic needs and information. Authentic materials, including videos and cultural readings, will be used to reinforce the five “C’s”.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: . AE: C-2, SCE: O-3 Applied Learning Standard: A2c, A3a, A4c, A5a

LEVEL II HONORS and COLLEGE PREPARATORY Level I materials will be reviewed and reinforced. The continuation of the four learning

skills will be further developed. More advanced grammar will be introduced to enable students to communicate using a variety of tenses. Reinforcement of the 5 “C’s” will continue. The honors program is a fast paced program that challenges the motivated student. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 70 or above in Level I.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: . AE: C-2, AE: C-4, SCE: O-3 Applied Learning Standard: A2c, A3a, A4b, A4c, A5a

LEVEL III HONORS and COLLEGE PREPARATORY Level I and II materials will be reviewed and reinforced with greater emphasis on speaking and writing. Students will be introduced to literature in the target language. Reinforcement of the 5 “C’s” will continue. The honors program is a fast paced program that challenges the motivated student. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 70 or above in Level II.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: . AE: C-1, AE: C-2, AE: C-3, AE: C-4, SCE: O-3 Applied Learning Standard: A2c, A3a, A4b, A4c, A5a

LEVEL IV HONORS Level I, II and III materials will be reviewed and reinforced with a much greater emphasis on speaking and writing. The finer points of grammar, including the subjunctive, will be emphasized. Literature, art and history will be studied in the target language. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 70 or above in Level III.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: . AE: C-1, AE: C-2, AE: C-3, AE: C-4, SCE: O-3 Applied Learning Standard: A2c, A3a, A3c, A4b, A4c, A5a

LEVEL V HONORS Grammar will be reviewed in level V. Literature, art, and history of the French-, Portuguese- or Spanish- speaking world will be studied. Students will read from a selection of novels, poetry, plays and/or short stories. Communication skills will be emphasized. Reinforcement of the 5 “C’s” will continue. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 70 or above in Level IV.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: . AE: C-1, AE: C-2, AE: C-3, SCE: O-3 Applied Learning Standard: A2c, A3a, A4b, A4c, A5a

CLASSICAL LANGUAGES LATIN I

HONORS Fundamentals of classic Latin, including declensions of nouns and adjectives, conjugations of verbs, elementary grammatical principles, and basic vocabulary are the essentials of this course. Derivation of English and Romance languages and words is stressed from the outset, with an eye to increasing the student‟s working English and modern language vocabularies. Fundamentals of English grammar are constantly reviewed and are absolutely essential to the study of Latin. Students will complete elementary reading and writing exercises. Only serious hardworking students with superior motivation and self-discipline should select this course. Homework will be assigned every night.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: . AE: C-1, AE: C-2, AE: C-3, SCE: O-3 Applied Learning Standard: A2c, A3a, , A3c, A4b, A4c, A5a

LATIN II HONORS In the first semester, this course provides a short, intensive review of Latin I. Emphasis is placed upon further expanding each student‟s Latin and English vocabularies and developing his/her abilities to read, translate, and understand Latin of intermediate difficulty. Near the end of the year, reading in Caesar‟s Commentaries on the Gallic Wars may commence insofar as time allows. Only the same type of students described in Latin I should select this course. Homework will be assigned every night.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: . AE: C-1, AE: C-2, AE: C-3, AE: C-4, SCE: O-3 Applied Learning Standard: A2c, A3a, , A3c, A4b, A4c, A5a

BUSINESS EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

The objective of the Business Department is to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for economic success. This program offers course selections to prepare students for the accelerated changes taking place in the competitive business world. The classes also assist students in meeting graduation proficiency in technology and math-related courses. The course curriculums are aligned to the Grade Span Expectations (GSE) in English and Mathematics as required by the Rhode Island Department of Education. RECORDKEEPING Emphasis in this course is on skills and activities that apply to both personal and business recordkeeping. Topics range from budgeting concepts and checking account maintenance to payroll records and processing. This course provides the student with the opportunity to develop habits of responsibility and accountability for work. The successful completion of this course will meet the RIDE criteria as a math-related course.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-3; AE: PS-1. Applied Learning Standard: A4b

ACCOUNTING I

Accounting I introduces the financial systems adequate for a small, service-oriented business. Once competence has been achieved, the students develop the systems further to meet the needs of a large merchandising business with multiple owners. The successful completion of this course will meet the RIDE criteria as a math-related course.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-3; AE: PS-1. Applied Learning Standard: A3e.

ACCOUNTING II Accounting II provides the student with the opportunity to develop a deeper knowledge of accounting procedures and techniques utilized in solving business problems. Mini simulations completed via the computer are employed throughout the year. Concepts related to management and marketing are also presented. The successful completion of this course will meet the RIDE criteria as a math-related course.. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 70 or above in Accounting I.


ACCOUNTING III Accounting III presents in depth systems associated with corporate accounting. Computer generated reports and simulations are an integral part of this course. The curriculum addresses such topics as Notes, Accruals, and Cost Accounting concepts and practices. The successful completion of this course will meet the RIDE criteria as a math-related course. Prerequisite: Passing grade of 70 or above in Accounting II.


PERSONAL FINANCE Students will learn principles of sound financial management and security. Content will include the individual‟s role and financial responsibilities as student, citizen, consumer, and employee, and help the student develop an appreciation of the importance of personal financial management. Topics include maximizing earning potential, developing and indentifying strategies for managing their resources, explore skills for the wise use of credit, and gain insight into the different ways of investing money. Students will also study current research, laws, technology, investment strategies, and stock market analysis. Students will be expected to read one young adult book related to finance. In addition, students will learn to complete individual federal tax returns. The successful completion of this course will meet the RIDE criteria as a math-related course.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-2, C-3, C-4; AE: PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4. Applied Learning Standard: A3b

MICROSOFT OFFICE I Students will learn/enhance the basic techniques of operating a computer for personal, business and academic use. The focus will be on the software applications in the Microsoft Office Program. Hands-on activities will concentrate on the basics of Word, Excel, Access, and

PowerPoint. In addition the students will utilize the internet to operate web browsers, search engines, compose and send emails with attachments, and understand related terminology. An overview of the procedures necessary to access and submit electronic portfolio assignments will be introduced. This course is meets technology proficiencies for the graduation requirements.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-3, C-4; AE: PS-1, PS-2 Applied Learning Standard: A1a, A3a, A3b, A3c, A3e

MICROSOFT OFFICE II This course is designed to review the concepts presented in Microsoft I. The student will also be introduced to the advanced personal and business use of the Microsoft Office suite software. The curriculum will continue to address technology proficiencies by using technology tools and applications to support, facilitate, and enhance their learning and work. The software package includes advanced instruction in Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. The students will continue to use the Internet as an advanced search tool.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-3, C-4; AE: PS-1, PS-2; Applied Learning Standard: A1a, A3a, A3b, A3c, A3e

COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY/WEB DESIGN This is an advanced and aggressive course focused on the following four areas: Web Design and creation HTML: Hypertext Markup Language for web page design Advanced use of presentations and graphics Desktop Publishing

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-3, C-4; AE: PS-1, PS-2; Applied Learning Standard: A1a, A2c, A3a, A3b, A3e

SENIOR PROJECT SEMINAR This course is a curriculum ensuring uniformity of instruction for the Senior Project. It will focus on computer skills required to produce such items as the research paper, letters, a resume, and other documents needed to complete their Senior Project portfolio binder. In addition, attention will be given to the organizational and presentation skills needed to facilitate the successful completion of all phases of Senior Project. Students will be required to spend additional time beyond their seminar class to complete their senior project. Students will be expected to input supplemental time working at the following: a minimum of 15 hours with an approved Mentor, The East Providence High School and public libraries, and at home. The instruction and grading of the “research paper” component of the Senior Project will be part of the English curriculum.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-2, C-4; AE: PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4; SCE: S-1, Applied Learning Standard: A1a, A1c , A2a, A3a, A3b, A3c, A4b

FINE and PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT (see Fine Arts Proficiency Handbook for proficiency guidelines) Visual Arts ART I Art I is an introductory course in art for a student in any grade, offering instruction in a wide variety of media; it gives the student a chance to experiment with all kinds of materials and projects. It covers the basics, such as drawing, painting, design, color theory, and perspective, plus projects in printmaking, lettering, and some form of sculpture. A project in sculpture might be paper mache or plaster carving. Art I enables the student to learn what skills he has and how to improve them. ARCHITECTURE AND SCULPTURE Architecture and sculpture is a course for students who have completed Art 1 successfully, have an interest in architecture and would like to learn more about it. The studio projects offered in this course usually involve buildings or architectural details as subject matter. The student will spend one half of the school year designing and building a model house to scale, including the floor plan and elevations. The student will also work with clay, wood, plaster and other three-dimensional materials to make sculpture, often with an architectural motif. Prerequisite: successful completion of Art I. CERAMICS AND SCULPTURE Ceramics and Sculpture is a course open to students who have successfully completed their Art 1 course and have found that they would like to work in clay and other three-dimensional materials in greater depth and on a more advanced level. This class offers a concentration of projects such as ceramic sculpture which is fired and glazed, clay sculpture cast in plaster, pottery made by use of the potters wheel, wood carving, mosaics and enameling on copper. Although a full range of subject matter is available to the student, special emphasis is placed on modeling the head and figure. The selection of projects varies according to the choice of the individual teacher. Prerequisite: successful completion of Art I. DRAWING AND PAINTING Drawing and Painting is a course for the student who has completed Art 1 successfully and hopes to experiment with drawing and painting media in greater depth and on a more advanced level. The basic principles of design, color and composition are taught in this class. It offers a variety of materials and subject matter. Materials will include regular and colored pencils, poster paint, watercolor, acrylic paint, pen and ink, charcoal and pastel, and sometimes oil paint or clay. A variety of interesting subject matter is offered, ranging from observable objects to imaginary or fantastic subjects. Portraiture, figure drawing and nature drawing are also taught in this class. Students are encouraged to find their own original approach to lessons. Also, work done outside of class is encouraged. Prerequisite: successful completion of Art I. Music MUSIC HISTORY This course will examine the trends in music, style, social institutions, and cultural events that defined the nature of Early, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and twentieth century

music. The lives and works of important composers will be studied along with those of individuals whose careers had a significant influence on the music and musical culture of the era. There is no prerequisite music training necessary to take this course. Grades are not based on musical ability, but on the students' interest, enthusiasm, class participation, and completion of all class and homework assignments. Homework is assigned in this class on a regular basis. CHORUS Freshman Chorus is the entry-level chorus for all 9th grade students who are interested in singing. Members of Freshman Chorus will learn the fundamentals of vocal production and the basics of good choral ensemble singing. Students will also learn basic sight-reading and music theory. Students will explore music from a variety of musical periods and styles. Grade 9 THE MEISTERSINGERS The Meistersingers is a mixed choir of male and female voices selected from the 10th, 11th and 12th grades. As a member of the Meistersingers, the young vocalist has an opportunity to learn fundamental voice production, the artistry of solo and ensemble performance as well as basic music theory. Meistersingers explore music of different musical periods ranging from the Renaissance to the 21st century. As a Meistersinger you will also have the opportunity to perform many different styles of music ranging from "classical" arrangements to pop/jazz arrangements. The Meistersingers are called upon for many concerts during the school year. Sophomores must arrange an audition to try out for the Meistersingers. CHORALEERS As a member of the Choraleers, the young female singer is instructed in vocal production, the artistry of solo and ensemble singing and basic music theory. Choraleers perform music from many different periods that range from the earliest forms of music to forms of the 21st century. Styles of singing range from a cappella (without instrumental accompaniment) arrangements to standard pop/jazz arrangements. The Choraleers present many concerts during the year and have in recent years made several concert tours including the British Isles, Europe and Hawaii. Sophomores must arrange an audition in order to try out for Choraleers. Grades 10-12 CONCERT BAND Membership in the Concert Band is based on a taped or live audition conducted by either or both of the directors, or through the recommendation of one of the middle school directors. Literature studied in the Concert Band will be used to develop the necessary skills and musical concepts for advancement into the Symphonic Band or Wind Ensemble. As with the Symphonic Band, advancement will be based on diligent practice and a positive attitude. Like all other performing groups, the Concert Band performs four concerts each year, and performs at the state band festival. Additional festivals may be scheduled throughout the year (trips, etc.) at the discretion of the instrumental music faculty. Grade 9 SYMPHONIC BAND Membership in the Symphonic Band is based on a taped or live audition conducted by either or both of the directors. Literature studied in the Symphonic Band will not be as technically demanding as that of the Wind Ensemble, but the same musical concepts will be explored. It is the goal of the Symphonic Band to prepare those students with the desire and attitude to move into the Wind Ensemble the following year. This goal can be achieved through diligent practice and a positive attitude. Like all other performing groups, the Symphonic Band performs four concerts each year, and performs at the state band festival. Additional festivals may be scheduled throughout the year (trips, etc.) at the instrumental music faculty.

WIND ENSEMBLE Wind ensemble is the premiere performing group at EPHS. Membership is based on taped or live auditions conducted by the directors. The goal of the Wind Ensemble is to study and perform the standard band literature as well as new works for wind ensemble. Topics will include studying the pieces based on their historical perspective, and their impact on other cultures and disciplines. Also included will be a study in compositional techniques as well as arranging and improvising within specified guidelines. The Wind Ensemble performs four concerts each year, and performs at various band festivals including the state festival. Audition required. PIANO/KEYBOARD LAB Piano class gives the student an opportunity to develop his/her ability at the keyboard. A piano lab enables students at different levels of ability to work independently and cooperatively, if desired. Music fundamentals are included in the course content. With twelve pianos available for student practice, the student is able to spend each day at the keyboard. MUSIC THEORY This course is designed for the serious music student. Topics will include the study of primary and secondary chords, inversions of chords, four-part voice leading, scales, and non-chord tones. Exercises will include the composition and harmonization of melodies, four-voice part writing, harmonic analysis, and analysis of musical form. Exercises will include the composition and harmonization of melodies, four-voice part writing, harmonic analysis, and analysis of musical form. Also included will be the development of basic musical skills through sight singing and ear training. Ear training topics will include tonal sight-reading of melodies with “solfege” syllables in treble and bass clefs. These melodies will be in major and minor keys. Also included in the course will be the study of rhythm with respect to meter (both simple and compound) and the division and subdivision of the beat. GUITAR This class will introduce the student to beginning guitar instructions. The course will cover tuning, playing simple melodies, primary chords and ensemble experience. Students will also gain knowledge of reading and understanding musical notation in both treble and bass clefs. This course will be limited to twelve students. Students must supply their own acoustic guitars. No electric guitars are allowed in this class.

EXTRA CURRICULAR CHORAL ENSEMBLE East Providence High School Choral Ensemble is a mixed a cappella choir of male and female voices. Auditions are required. Choral Ensemble works on music of a very high level. They participate in All State Festival, Solo, and Ensemble and various festivals around New England. Students involved will travel to various functions to perform. Members of Choral Ensemble have participated in the Providence College Choral Festival, Hartt School of Music Invitational Chorus Festival, RIMEA All State Festival and have traveled extensively in the United States and abroad. JAZZ ENSEMBLE The Jazz Ensemble typically meets every Monday from 2:00 - 4:00 PM with other rehearsals scheduled as needed. Performers are drawn from members of the Music Department whenever possible. The Jazz Ensemble performs four or five times a year. They also perform for adjudication at Festivals such as: the RIMEA Jazz Festival and the Berklee Jazz Festival. Auditorium required.

PRIVATE INSTRUMENTAL INSTRUCTION One on one private instruction on most wind instruments and concert percussion is offered on an after-school basis. Outstanding specialized private instrumental teachers are drawn from the New England area to work with students for a 30-minute lesson, once per week. Lessons run from October to May and may be scheduled through the director. The fee is usually $10 to $12 per week. ENSEMBLES Flute quartets, clarinet quartets, mixed clarinet quartet, brass quintet, woodwind ensemble, percussion ensemble, etc., meet to enter the solo and ensemble festival. Occasionally, they perform during concerts. "PRIDE OF EAST PROVIDENCE, TOWNIE MARCHING BAND" The Marching Band consists of all the members of the Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and the Wind Ensemble. Rehearsals begin during early summer months and intensify as the school year approaches. A "pre-season" is scheduled Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM the last week of August. This "pre-season" is an intense training and organizational time, to teach and prepare movement and music for half-time before football games begin. The Marching Band appears at all football games, home and away, and has performed in various parades including the Bristol 4th of July Parade, New York's St. Patrick's Day Parade, Disney World Main Street Parade, EPCOT Center parades, Woonsocket Autumn Fest Parade, and the East Providence Memorial Day Parade. This course is mandatory for all band members not involved in school-sponsored fall sports. Marching band rehearsals are held after school on Tuesday and Thursday from 2:00-4:00 PM during the football season.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION / HEALTH DEPARTMENT

CURRICULLUM The Health and Physical Education curriculum at East Providence High School is designed to promote student health as well as introduce students to activities and information that promote healthy lifestyle choices and patterns for living. Our top priority for our students is to foster in them an appreciation for physical activity and cultivate their abilities to make good health related decisions long after they leave East Providence High School. HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS

PHYSICAL EDUCATION Selected activities serve two essential purposes. First, to ensure that every student has regular opportunities to maintain a healthful and physically fit lifestyle. Secondly, that every student acquires the knowledge, attitudes, and skills that will allow them to live a long healthful and physically fit lifestyle. The Physical Education / Health Department has adopted a Fitness First Initiative which ensures that all physical education classes have a fitness component. Students will be introduced to a variety of ways to meet four dimensions of the fitness formula: Flexibility, Cardiovascular Fitness, Muscular Strength and Muscular Endurance. Physical Education activities offered include: Aerobic Exercise, Badminton, Basketball, Dance, Flag Football, Recreational Games, Weight and Resistance Training, Soccer, Softball, Swim, Tennis, and Volleyball. Additionally a comprehensive Adaptive

Physical Education program is in place for students with special needs.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-2, PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4, SCE: S-1, S-2, S-3, O-1, O-2, O3 Applied Learning Standard: A3a, A4a, A4b, A4c

SWIM Swim is a required course for all freshman and sophomore students. Others may elect with permission of the instructor. The classes are separated by gender. The objectives of the swimming program are to improve waterman-ship and water safety skills while promoting cardiovascular endurance and health. At the conclusion of the course the students will have a non-mandatory portfolio entry.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-2, PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4, SCE: S-1, S-2, S-3, O-1, O-2, O3 Applied Learning Standard: A3a, A4a, A4b, A4c

DANCE

The physical education department in collaboration and coordination with the Fine and Performing Arts department provides courses in Dance that meet the overarching goals of the physical education curriculum. Additionally, the Dance Program provides an opportunity for students to complete evidence towards proficiency in the arts (see Fine and Performing Handbook).

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-2, PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4, SCE: S-1, S-2, S-3, O-1, O-2, O3 Applied Learning Standard: A1c, A3a, A3c, A4a, A4b, A4c

HEALTH EDUCATION A comprehensive sequential curriculum is presented at all grade levels. The objective of the curriculum is to provide instruction that will lead to personal lifelong health and wellness through good decision making. The American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course and instruction in the use of an Automated Electronic Defibrillator (AED) is incorporated into the sophomore curriculum and students can become CPR and AED certified within the structure of the class. Additionally instruction in First Aid is provided. Occasionally material of a sensitive nature is presented in class. When this occurs parents will be notified and have the opportunity to have their children opt out of the presentation.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-2, C-3, PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4, SCE: S-1, S-2, S-3, O-1, O-2, O3 Applied Learning Standard: A2a, A2b, A2c, A3a, A3c, A4a, A4b, A4c

MEDICAL EXCUSES Students with short or long term medical limitations are urged to participate in a modified activity in Physical Education class, within the limitations prescribed by his/her physician. If no activity is allowed, the student will be assigned research papers, projects, and article analyses.

ACTIVITY SELECTION PROCESS

All students will be assigned to health classes for one quarter each year. Freshmen and sophomores will be assigned to one quarter of swim. All other selections will be made by the students. Seniors have first choice if they have a passing grade in the previous quarter. Students who have shown a definite lack of effort in the previous quarter lose their privilege to choose.

GRADING

At East Providence High School students must pass Physical Education/Health each year. Each student is required to attend Health class for one quarter annually. A student‟s final grade is determined by a cumulative average of 3 quarters of Physical Education and one quarter of Health. A student‟s Physical Education grade is based on preparedness (changing clothes for class) and participation.

Welcome to the East Providence Career and Technical Center

The Career and Technical Center serves students from Barrington, Bristol/Warren, and East Providence. In addition, students from outside our region are accepted to the Center if their program of choice is not offered at their regional Career Center. In an effort to offer all students a safe, nurturing, and fun learning environment, we make every effort to accept students that have displayed the academic ability and level of maturity required to succeed both in school and in the world of work. Every student attending the career center is assigned to one of our guidance counselors trained specifically to assist the student in an academic and career pathway by developing a four-year individual learning plan (ILP). This plan is a „road map‟ that will enable each student to design a challenging yet attainable course of study in her or his chosen career field. We believe that a student‟s high school education must be a joint planning effort that includes the student, parents or guardian, counselor, building administrator, and anyone else considered a „stake holder‟ in the student‟s education. With this in mind, please visit each of our Skill Area‟s listed on these pages to find out more about what each program offers, who the teacher is, and what will be required of you as a student in a particular discipline within our Career Center. Before completing your application, please visit the U.S. Department of Labor website, (online.onetcenter.org) where you can explore tens of thousands of jobs people work at every day in America. A visit to this web site will help you make an informed choice as to which career path you should pursue at the Career Center.

Please contact us at 401-435-7815 if you have further questions or would like to schedule a visit.

East Providence Career and Technical Center Application Procedure East Providence Career and Technical Center (EPCTC) offers the programs listed within, all of which can be pursued at the post secondary level to earn an associate or baccalaureate degree. Interested students should apply through the guidance office in their school. All applications must be complete and signed by the district superintendent. Counselors should mail applications to East Providence Career and Technical Center, 1998 Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence RI, 02914. Enrollment is determined by many factors such as: date of application, attendance, academic grades and maturity level. All CTC students must take their courses in the sequence (order) that they are offered. If this student fails to successfully complete any of the courses in the sequence, she/he will not be allowed to enroll in the next course until the failed course is passed. This usually results in the student being dropped from the program because the only way a student may repeat a course is if there is room in that class after „first-timers‟ are enrolled. First year courses are reserved for 9th grade students, the second course in the sequence for 10th grade students, and so on. In event that an 11th grade student decides to enroll in the Construction Trades Program (or any other CTC program) for the first time, she/he will, without exception, be enrolled in the first year course with other first year students. In other words, students entering the Career and Technical Center are scheduled according to “occupation-specific” knowledge and not grade level. Finally, the application procedure is as follows:

1. Notify your school counselor of your intention to attend the 2. Career and Technical Center as soon as possible (sometime in February) and

plan your academic schedule (9th grade) with this in mind. 3. Complete an application with all of the required signatures and recommendations

as indicated on the application. 4. Make sure that all additional requested forms and information are attached to the

application. 5. Complete the “Career Assessment Inventory” administered by the CTC staff. 6. Submit the application to the CTC principal‟s office prior to March 1st. 7. Students accepted into a CTC Program will be notified before June 1

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SUPPORTIVE SERVICES:

THE COUNSELING COMPONENT The Career Center maintains its own counseling staff that works in conjunction with the staff in the main building of the high school. The counselors work as outreach representatives in the recruitment of students from both the East Providence School system and the sending communities of Barrington, Bristol, and Warren. This arrangement allows the counselors the unusual advantage of being able to interact with most of their students on a daily basis. School-to-career, job search, SAT preparation, college applications, and financial aid planning are all part of the counseling experience. The counseling and guidance interaction usually takes place in both the guidance offices

and in the training areas themselves. East Providence Career and Technical staff counselors seek to make each student‟s tenure here a fulfilling, profitable, and enjoyable experience.

Cooperative Education

The opportunity for a co-op experience is available to each career and technical senior student provided they meet the criteria coupled with the current availability of employment opportunities in their chosen career path. The co-op job allows the student to leave school early in order to work for the purpose of obtaining on-the-job experience in her/his career path as well as earning graduation credits. This criteria requires that she/he must maintain passing grades in her/his academic as well as career and technical program, maintain excellent attendance, exhibit a positive work ethic and have the recommendation of her/his career and technical program teacher.

SkillsUSA Organization

Each student that is enrolled in a Career and Technical Program is automatically enrolled as a member of SkillsUSA. The SkillsUSA organization is a local, state and national student organization serving over 300,000 vocational, technical, and health occupation students throughout the United States and Puerto Rico. SkillsUSA students are eligible to receive leadership training, compete with other students in various contests, and enjoy many social events. The purpose of the SkillsUSA organization is to provide its student members with information, representation, channels for training, and the professional contacts, which are important to anyone‟s career. This organization‟s major goal is to help students become fully prepared for the world of work. SkillsUSA is more than a school club, its activities are co-curricular which means it provides connecting activities for each career and technical program. This is accomplished by providing students the opportunity to perform their career and technical training in the presence of business and industry leaders in the state and nation. During the winter months of February and March, SkillsUSA members have the opportunity to compete in the Rhode Island SkillsUSA Olympics contests, which include skill and leadership competitions. Visit their web site to find out more: www.skillsusari.org

AUTO COLLISION REPAIR / REFINISHING

The Collision Repair and Refinishing industry is in constant change, not only with all the different manufacturers of automobiles, but also the materials used to complete the various types of auto body and painting repairs. Technicians need to be knowledgeable of both American and foreign made automobiles. Students are trained in the use of basic hand tools, oxygen/acetylene, welding, expanding and shrinking metals, Mig welding, Plazma cutting, dent repair, frame straightening, repairing suspension, steering systems, painting and refinishing vehicles, mixing and matching colors using all types of automotive refinishing materials. The Auto Body Repair Technician has to be a person who can accept challenge and change on a day-to-day basis. Using the tools and other industry specific technical training, students restore damaged

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vehicles of various makes and models. The collision repair process consists of repair and/or replacement of automobile body parts, frame straightening, alignment spray painting, touch up and glass replacement. Students in this program also have the opportunity to learn plastic, and sheet metal fabrication, mixing and matching of paints. Career Opportunities: Reconditioner/Detailer, Welder; Sheet Metal Fabricator, Glass Repair and Replacement Technician, Body and/or Frame Repair Technician, Painters, Painters Helper, Body Shop Foreman Manager

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-2, C-3, PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4, SCE: S-2, O-2 Applied Learning Standard: A3a, A4b, A4c

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

This program prepares students to diagnose, repair and maintain modern automobiles and light trucks. Systems included Brakes, Steering & Suspension, Electrical, and Engine Performance. Regular maintenance items such as oil changes and transmissions are equally stressed as well. All aspects of the program prepare students to take the ASE service technician test after meeting work experience requirements. Young people seeking a career in this field should be mechanically inclined, have good reading comprehension and basic math skills, and enjoy working on cars and trucks. The Auto Technology program supports student participation in the Auto Dealers Association competition, SkillsUSA competitions, and AAA Skills challenge, as well as community service through various charity projects. Career Opportunities: Automotive Service Technician, Repair Service Estimator, Bus and Truck Technicians, Diesel Engine Specialists

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-2, C-3, PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4, SCE: S-2, O-2 Applied Learning Standard: A3c, A4b

OFFICE TECHNOLOGY

This program is designed to prepare students, both male and female, for entry-level corporate work in the world of business entrepreneurship. Through the inclusion of business conditions in both the curriculum content and working environment, students will receive training in everything from filing procedures to data base computer work. They will complete Microsoft Word documents including memos, letters, multi-page reports (using MLA format), legal documents, and an array of various other corporate documents like purchase and supply orders, inventory control forms, applications, and a formal resume with references. Training in the process of job interviewing will also be taught. Through the use of electronic calculators, business simulation packets, and Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, the students will learn various accounting practices, such as payroll, banking, discounting, budgeting, and inventory and supply ordering. Upon completion of this program, students with a three or four-year certificate can

continue on to a two- or four-year business college. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, “Lifetime earnings for a full-time worker with strong business skills and a post-secondary degree from a two-or-four year college will be more than a quarter million dollars more than a worker with only a high school diploma.” The Business & Entrepreneurial program is devoted to helping students become a well-rounded and savvy business student, ready for any entry-level position within the corporate world of work, as well as providing long-term life skills for personal success. Career Opportunities: Accounting, Management, Administration marketing/Sales, Entrepreneurships

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-2, PS-3, PS-4, SCE: S-1, O-1 Applied Learning Standard: A3a, A3c, A3e, A4a, A4b, A4c

CONSTRUCTION This program is designed to include a variety of training and hands-on experiences related to the construction trade. Students will learn the safe and proper use of hand, electrical, and machine tools common to the construction industry. The curriculum will include blueprint reading, estimating, building layout and design, wall, floor and roof framing, interior and exterior finish, surveying and cabinetmaking. All construction classes will be involved in a hands-on project at the conclusion of each year of the program. Also, students may be provided with the opportunity to participate in site-based construction projects involving new construction, remodeling, and cabinetmaking. The site-based experience has included working with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, the East Providence Recreation Department, various non-profit organizations and local homeowners. This course will meet the math related course when the student has completed Level III. Career Opportunities: Carpenter‟s Apprentice, Electrician‟s Apprentice, Plumber‟s Apprentice, HVAC Worker, Roofer, Cabinet and/or Furniture Maker, Rough and/or Finish Carpenter, Cement Form Worker, Construction Materials Sales, Tool Sales

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4, SCE: O-2, O-3 Applied Learning Standard: A1b, A1c, A2a, A2b, A2c, A3a, A3c, A3e, A4a, A4b, A4c

CULINARY ARTS

This program is based around industry standards of job-related skills. This program helps students to build the foundations required for future long-term success in the culinary field. The curriculum was developed in concert with Johnson & Wales University, and has been implemented from the basics through classical French and international cuisine. Along with industry standards and expectations, the instructor also focuses on professionalism, attitude, responsibility and application of practical problem solving skills with activities like planning their own restaurant. Culinary students are required to research and write term papers and give oral presentations to their classmates. The program also includes a variety of guest speakers, ranging from established professionals from the hospitality industry, culinary instructors from Johnson & Wales University and many local restaurants. Career Opportunities: Chef; Sous-Chef Executive, Chef Restaurant Manager, Food and Beverage Manager, Nutritionist, Pastry Chef, Baker, Restaurant Product and Research & Development, Institutional Food Service Management, Dining Room Managers, Bar Managers, Convention & Group Planning, Corporate Restaurant Trainer, Airline or Cruise Ship Chef

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-4, PS-1, PS-2, SCE: S-1, S-2, Applied Learning Standard: A1a, A1b, A3a, A4b

GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS The Graphic Communications program provides and prepares students for a career in the graphics and print industry. Students will be exposed to a multitude of areas: Offset Printing, Pressroom Techniques, Layout and Design, Plate making, Finishing/bindery Operations, Press Operations, Workplace Employability Skills The areas of advertising, public relations, and entrepreneurship will also be covered. The use of current techniques, processes, tools, and materials will provide the students with marketable and transferable skills plus provide for a solid foundation to pursue a graphics career and/or begin a post-secondary education. This program is nationally certified through PrintEd. PrintEd is a national accreditation program based on industry standards. Graduates of the PrintEd program can bring to the workplace an equivalent of six months on-the-job training. Career Opportunities: Graphic Designer, Web Designer, Advertising Animator/Illustrator, Web Page Developer, Video Game Designer, Offset, Press Operator, Bindery/Finishing Technician, Design Layout Assistant, Managerial and/or Salesperson

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-4, PS-1, PS-2,SCE: S-2, O-1, Applied Learning Standard: A1b, A1c, A2a, A2b, A2c, A3a, A3c

LANDSCAPE/GREENHOUSE MANAGEMENT

The landscaping/greenhouse program prepares students for careers in greenhouse management, landscape businesses, garden centers, nurseries and other related areas. Landscape design, tree and shrub planting, pruning, plant propagation, landscape construction and ground maintenance skills are also developed. Hand tools, power tools and landscape equipment are used in this program. Greenhouse products are sold to the general public, providing students an opportunity to demonstrate a variety of technical skills, develop competencies related to retail businesses and practice leadership skills. All products and plants sold in the greenhouse are made and grown by students in the program. Students completing the landscaping/greenhouse program have the option of securing gainful employment, continuing formal studies at the post-secondary level or pursuing a combination of both. Career Opportunities: Greenhouse Managers; Plant Growers, Landscape Architects, Agricultural Educators, Sales Representatives, Turf Management, Golf Course Managers, Lawn Care Workers, Crew Leaders, Landscape Foreman, Arborists, Owner of Landscape Companies

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-1, C-4, PS-1 SCE: S-1, O-3, Applied Learning Standard: A1b, A1c, A2a, A2b, A2c

Pre-Engineering

Project Lead The Way (PLTW) offers a dynamic high school program that provides students with real-world learning and hands-on experience. Students interested in engineering, biomechanics, aeronautics, and other applied math and science arenas will discover PLTW is an exciting portal into these industries.

Students will…

Solve problems

Participate as part of a team Lead teams Speak to a public audience Conduct research Understand real-world impacts Analyze data Learn outside the classroom

Introduction to Engineering Design An introductory course, this is usually the first taken in the PLTW sequence of courses in High School. Introduction to Engineering Design encourages students to be creative and apply decision--making and problem solving skills to specific design problems, using powerful computer hardware and software (Inventor) to develop 3-D models or solid renderings. Using a CAD (computer aided design) system, students explore the design

process through creating, analyzing, rendering, and producing model. R-10-2.1 R-10-7.1 W-10-9.1 W-10-9.4 M(DSP)-10-1 M(DSP)-10-4 Digital Electronics Usually the second course (and purposely the most difficult) in the PLTW sequence, this provides students with computer lab and hands-on experience applicable to the profession of an electrical engineer. Digital Electronics is a course in applied logic. Students will explore the digital circuits found in video games, watches calculators, digital cameras, and thousands of other devices. They will investigate digital logic and how digital devices can control automated equipment and use industry standard, electronic design software to build circuits and to export designs. R-10-3.2 R-10-4.2 W-10-6.4 W-10-7.3 M(DSP)-10-6 M(N&O)-10-2 Principles of Engineering Principles of Engineering is designed to help students understand career possibilities in engineering and engineering technology. Exploring engineering systems and manufacturing processes, students will continue to develop the problem solving skills used on the college level and in the work place. In addition, students will learn how engineers address concerns about the social and political consequences created by technological change. R-10-7.2 R-10-8.6 W-10-11.2 W-10-1.4 M(DSP)-10-6 M(N&O) -10-7 Computerized Intergrated Manufacturing Computerized Integrated Manufacturing builds on the solid modeling skills developed in Introduction to Engineering Design of prototyping, robotics, and automation. CIM provides students with the ability to mill out designs drawn on Autodesk Inventor and programmed using software such as EdgeCAM on a CNC. They will also explore the fundamentals of robotics, learning how this technology functions in an automated manufacturing environment. Career Opportunities: CAD Designer, Engineering Assistant, Marketing Consultant, Engineer

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: AE: C-2, C-4, PS-1, PS-2, SCE: S-2, O-1, O-2, O-3 Applied Learning Standard: A1b, A1c, A2a, A2b, A2c, A3a, A3c

Environmental and Life Science This program is created for students interested in pursuing a career in science. Course design mirrors the high school mandates for science. The Environmental and Life Science career pathway is based on real-world experiential training. Students enrolled will be exposed to many different aspects of science through computer modeling, laboratory experimentation and inquiry. The program offers three levels of science-based training. During year four, students will have choice to internships and job shadowing in a science-based career of their choice. Upon graduation, students may choose to seek employment or go on to post-secondary education. Students enrolled in this course will receive CP Science credit. Career Opportunities: Nurse, Clinical laboratory, Pharmacy, Bio-technology, Physical therapy. Occupational therapy, Chemist, Allied health sciences to include: Radiology, Respiratory therapy,

Licensed practical nurse, Pharmacy technician, Occupational and Physical therapy assistant.

This course targets the following Learner Expectations: . AE: PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, PS-4, SCE: O-1, SCE: O-2 Applied Learning Standard: A1b, A2a, A3a, A3e, A4a, A5a

Cosmetology

Cosmetology students pursue the art and science of beauty care. Students develop ability to create and design using hair, skin and nails as their creative medium. This includes the styling, shaping, and coloring of hair, the use of skin care products and makeup and the care of nails. There is in-depth instruction in personal and professional health, decontamination and infection control, properties of the hair and all aspects of caring for hair, including cutting, coloring, and permanent waving. Students completing the program will be eligible to sit for the RI Department of Health State board examination for Cosmetology.


Robotics The objective of this course is to use a hands-on approach to introduce the basic concepts in robotics, focusing on mobile robots and illustrations of current state of the art research and applications. Course information will be tied to lab experiments; students will work in teams to build and test increasingly more complex LEGO-based mobile robots. Students will be introduced to concepts in robotics including coordinate transformations, sensors, path planning, kinematics, feedback and feed-forward control, stressing the importance of integrating sensors, effectors and control. These topics will be exemplified with LEGO Robot Kits. This course is intended for students with interests in robotics.


Extra Curricular Activities and Sports

CLUBS SPORTS

Academic Decathalon Football/Freshman Football

Band (marching, concert, jazz) Boy‟s/Girl‟s Soccer

Chess Club Boy‟s/Girl‟s Cross Country

Choraleers Boy‟s/Girl‟s Tennis

Crimson Yearbook Boy‟s/Girl‟s Volleyball

Flag Corps Cheerleading (Football, soccer, basketball, hockey, competition)

French Club Boy‟s/Girl‟s Basketball

Freshman Chorus Freshman Boy‟s/Girl‟s Basketball

Freshman Class Committee Wrestling

Gay, Straight Alliance Swimming

International Club Hockey

Junior Class Committee Boy‟s/Girl‟s Indoor track

Meistersingers Baseball/Freshman baseball

Multicultural Club Softball

Musical Boy‟s/Girl‟s Outdoor track

National Honor Society Golf

Nursing and Allied Health Fields Club Special Olympics

Photography Club Boy‟s/Girl‟s Lacrosse

Portuguese Club

Rhode Island Honor Society

Rhode Island Skills USA

Senior Class Committee

Sophomore Class Committee

Spanish Club

Student Council

The Townie Newspaper

Youth Alive

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