Information on College Credit Opportunities at CGHS

ACE Courses(English, Biology, Chemistry, Calculus I, Calculus II, Elementary Statistics, Art Essentials, Computer Literacy and Applications)

All ACE courses are through Corning Community College. Tuition is bill directly by CCC. Tuition for the 2015-2016 school year was $58 a credit hour; this price is set by CCC at 1/3 of their regular tuition and

will change as their tuition prices change. Students who take ACE courses at CGHS are responsible for all fees incurred to receive

college credit. All communication for college credit will be between the student and CCC. 

AP Courses(Environmental Science, World History, US History, European History,

American Government and Politics, Psychology, Studio Art)All AP courses are approved through the College Board to be taught

by teachers at CGHS. College credit may be earned through examination and is determined by each individual college – no

college credit is guaranteed. The cost of the exam in the 2015-2016 school year was $92; included in the $92 is a non-refundable $15 test

fee should a student chose not to take a test that was ordered on their behalf. Students who receive free/reduced lunch are eligible

for a fee reduction.

CLEP(Spanish IV)

The current cost to take a CLEP exam is $80 and has no fee reductions. Individual colleges determine the number of credits that

will be awarded based on the score obtained. Currently 2,900 colleges accept CLEP for college credit. The following link can help

you to determine if this is right for you. http://clep.collegeboard.org/overview/collegecredit

ART

ACE ARTS 1000 (ESSENTIALS OF ART)  The course is limited to Juniors and Seniors. This is a full year course receiving 3 credit hours available through the Accelerated College Education program.  The course fills a general education requirement in humanities.  An introduction to the visual arts emphasizing the understanding and appreciation of art through a review of the elements

and principles of art and design, as well as an examination of two and three dimensional art forms, methods, media and artists.   (1 Credit) (3 credits CCC)

ADVANCED ART: Advanced Art is a course designed to help you refine your current art skills and take your creativity to the next level. In this advanced class you will be able to explore more conceptual and personal expression through projects based on research and experimentation. In doing so, you will be able to see the relationship between your work and the work produced by professional, fine, and commercial artists. Many projects will involve lessons in art history, while incorporating contemporary, relevant concepts and social issues.Prerequisite: Studio Art(1 Credit)

AP STUDIO ART (2D Design):The AP Studio Art Portfolio course is designed for students who are seriously interested in the practical experience of art and wish to develop mastery in the concept, composition, and execution of their ideas. AP Studio Art is not based on a written exam; instead, students submit portfolios for evaluation at the end of the school year. Students are required to investigate all three aspects of the portfolio, which include Breadth, Concentration, and Quality.

Breadth 12 digital images of works demonstrating understanding of the principles of 2-D design and mastery of varied media.

Concentration 12 digital images of works showing an in-depth exploration of a particular 2-D design concept.

Quality 5 actual works, which demonstrate mastery of design in concept, composition and execution.

Prerequisite: Advanced Art with a class average of 90 or an acceptable portfolio.  (1 Credit)

ADVANCED CRAFTS : This course will explore the fine arts of traditional and contemporary crafts. Advanced pottery techniques, batik, decorative painting, printmaking, glass fusing and jewelry are some of the media that will be included. Prerequisite: Crafts 1 or 2, or Studio Art (1/2 credit)

CRAFTS: Crafts I and II: Each section of crafts is ½ credit and they are not sequential, so they may be taken individually for a half credit or in either order for a full credit. Separate assignments and projects differentiate I and II. The crafts curriculum uses a wide variety of materials, including wood, leather, clay and fiber. These materials are explored through areas of study such as printmaking, sculpture, pottery, jewelry making, leather craft and weaving. Classes are open to students in grades 9-12 with or without a previous art course and may be used to fulfill the one fine arts credit for high school. (Students cannot move from crafts to an advanced art course before taking Studio Art.) (1/2 credit per course)

FASHION, ADVERTISING, AND INTERIOR DESIGN:  This half year course introduces students to the elements and principles of design which apply to everything including the clothes you wear, the covers of magazines, and the rooms you spend time in.  The students will explore media including paint, sculpture, illustration, and digital art.  This course will teach students to notice how color, line, shape, balance, harmony and texture work together to create aesthetically pleasing designs. (Grade level: 10th-12th) (1/2 credit) 

BOOK ART/PRINTMAKING:  This half year course will teach students numerous traditional and contemporary bookmaking trends.  They will learn various ways to create handmade books and methods of altering books.  Students will discover the techniques to make woodcut prints, linocut prints, and screen prints. (Grade level: 9-12) (1/2 credit)

CERAMICS:  This 3-D course focuses on developing various ceramic skills in hand-building, as well as throwing on a pottery wheel.  They will learn about the history of ceramic art, while studying various ceramic artists.  Students will learn and refine sculpting and glazing techniques in order to create unique ceramic works of art. (Grade level: 11-12) Prerequisite: Studio Art or Crafts 1&2 (1/2 credit)

PHOTOGRAPHY I:  Creative Photography and artistic composition are the goals of Photo One.  Digital cameras and basic Adobe Photoshop operations are the main tools.  Students will start with point and shoot applications and

proceed to shutter speed and aperture operations with computer manipulations and creative studio settings.  (Grade level: 10-12) (1/2 credit)  

PHOTOGRAPHY II: Students will be introduced to film processing and darkroom procedures.  Advanced digital camera operations and Photoshop will also be explored.  Cultural and historical connections and study of famous photographers will accompany the technical aspects for reference and inspiration.  (Grade level: 10-12) Prerequisite: Photography I (1/2 credit)  

SCULPTURE AND THREE DIMENSIONAL ART: In this course, the student will be exposed to a broad range of creative possibilities within the spatial, static and moving arts. Techniques and constructive skills will be taught using various materials including CLAY, WOOD, FIBER AND FOUND OBJECTS. Project inspiration will originate in contemporary crafts and the fine arts sculpture of the 20th century. Prerequisite: Studio Art or Crafts 1&2(1/2 credit)

STUDIO ART: Studio art is a full year course providing the foundation for further art study in high school. The course will include an introduction to all media available in the high school curriculum, ceramics, computer use and crafts. Emphasis will be placed on drawing and painting, principles and elements of design, critique and connections with historical and cultural themes, specifically individual artists through a time line of styles as required by the New York State standards. (1 credit)

BUSINESS

Accounting and Business Law will each only be offered every other year; alternating between the two courses.  Business Law will be offered during the 2015-2016 school year; thus, Accounting will be offered during the 2016-2017 school year.  This will hopefully provide the opportunity for each course to have enough students enrolled in it every other year to run the course.  Students who wish to take one or both of these courses should take note of this procedure when planning their student schedules for high school.

ACCOUNTING: To know accounting is to know the financial structure of a business. After taking this course, you will have a skill employers are looking for. This course is a must for anyone considering college accounting. Some work will be done on the computers. Students will be prepared for many entry-level positions in business such as Cashier, Accounts Receivable Clerk, Accounts Payable Clerk, Inventory Clerk, Order Clerk, etc. Also included in this course of study are payroll procedures. (Recommended Grade Level: 11-12; Local Final Exam)(1 credit)

BUSINESS LAW:   Business Law is a full year course that covers basic laws in the areas of crime, contracts, credit, employment, insurance, real and personal property, and business organizations.  This is an excellent course for anyone pursuing a career in business management or for owning a business.  College bound students will find this course to be an introduction to college Business Law.  This course gives the student a practical knowledge of their legal rights and obligations as students, consumers, citizens, and future business people.     (Recommended Grade level: 10-12; 1 credit, Local Final Exam)(1 credit)

BUSINESS MATH:  This course is designed to help students develop the specific skills required to solve a variety of mathematical problems commonly found in everyday business situations.  This course will cover topics such as banking, payroll, commission, unit pricing, interest, installment buying, investments (stocks, bonds, and property), taxes, insurance, and retail math.  Upon successful completion of this course, a student may utilize the one unit of credit earned to satisfy the third unit of mathematics required for graduation or he/she may use the course to satisfy an “elective” credit towards his/her total credits requirement for graduation.  Prerequisite: Students must satisfy both requirements.

1. Students must have passed the Common Core Algebra Regents Exam.

2. Students must have passed the Algebra course or Math 2. (1 credit)

CAREER & FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT:   The purpose of this half-year course is to provide students with the opportunity to learn about the features of our economy, learn skills & competencies needed for success in the workplace, and to begin the process of becoming financially literate.   Students will be encouraged to

become familiar with the universal foundation skills (SCANS skills) that are needed to become successful citizens, employers, and employees.  (Grade Level:  9-12; Local Final Exam)(1/2 credit)

CAREERS EXPLORATION:  This half-year course is designed for students who wish to explore their career possibilities in more detail.   Students will use various Internet web sites and written activities to complete a variety of interest & personality surveys.  The results of these surveys will then be used to match students with careers.  Students may participate in a mock interview with area business professionals.  A field trip to the Workforce NY Career Center in Hornell, NY may also be an opportunity for students.  Each student will be responsible to maintain a Career Portfolio that will become part of his or her Final Project for the course, replacing a written final exam.   (Grade Level:  9-12; Final Project)(1/2 credit)

ACE COMPUTER LITERACY & APPLICATIONS (CSIT 1390): Students in this course will complete projects integrating spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and graphic presentations.  MS Office software and Windows operating system will be used throughout the course.  (Grade level:  11-12)(1 credit)(4 CCC credits)

KEYBOARDING: This is one skill employers like to see in their employees and everyone should have. This beginning course will familiarize you with the keyboard on a computer and provide you with an efficient method of operating the computer. Emphasis is on touch typing (not looking at the keys) and beginning word processing. Learn to use the computer for your benefit and at the same time start developing a skill you can use forever. You will learn to type letters, reports, and tables. (Grade level: 9-12; Local Final Exam)(1/2 credit)

LIFE SKILLS : Students graduating from high school should possess certain skills that will enable them to make a successful transition into the world of work and/or college.  This half-year course is designed to develop and reinforce the following skills & knowledge for our students:  banking (checking and savings), budgeting, college preparation, credit, insurances, identity fraud & theft, job preparation, savings & investing, and taxes.  A variety of simulations, games, & guest speakers give the

students a chance to experience first-hand knowledge of these areas.  (Grade Level 9-12; Local Final Exam)(1/2 credit)

ENGLISH

ACE ENGLISH 1010:  By the end of a semester of ACE English, students should demonstrate satisfactory college competency in these areas:  essay form, research essay, content, style, mechanics, and oral communications.  For ACE English, students incur no extra expenses for books or supplies, just tuition. (Grade level: 12)(1/2 credit)(3 credits CCC)

ACE ENGLISH 1020:  By the end of a semester of ACE English 1020, students should be able to demonstrate satisfactory college competency in the following areas:  expository writing skills, critical reading skills and analytical thinking.  For ACE English 1020 students incur no extra expenses for books or supplies, just tuition. (Grade level: 12)Prerequisite: ACE English 1010(1/2 credit)(3 credits CCC)

ENGLISH 8, 9, 10, 11 AND 12:  English in grades 8-12 will utilize the Common Core Standards at each grade level in order to prepare students for success in college and career readiness. At each grade level, students will focus on identifying and analyzing evidence to support claims, in order to become more proficient in the process of argumentation. At each level students will complete a research component following MLA guidelines. (1 credit)

*A grade of 65 or higher is required on the research paper during 12th Grade for passing English 12 and graduating.*

CREATIVE WRITING : This course is an individualized writing course, which focuses on the writing process, as well as the creative process used by professional writers. Students will keep a creative writing portfolio covering the various genres of writing addressed in the course.  Students will be required to submit this portfolio as a representation of their gained knowledge.  (Grade level: 9-12)(1/2 credit)

CINEMA STUDIES : The purpose of this class is for students to develop a more meaningful perspective on cinema. We will limit our survey to American film. Our study of American film will be guided by various themes, including genre, as well as the social influences on film. We will begin by looking at the history of the film industry, and then we will examine the changes to that industry that have, and continue to, shape the movies of today. (Grade level: 10-12)(1/2 credit) 

CONTEMPORARY LITERATURE: This course will survey popular literature and popular culture in the United States from 1980-present. The list of novels covered will be selected from the New York Times Bestseller list. This senior level elective will require two major papers as well as weekly written reader response journal writing. (Grade level: 11 – 12) (1/2 credit)

DRAMA 1 : Class will explore the world of drama as active members. The course will include improvisational techniques, body language, voice projection and knowledge of basic theatre terminology. Students will be engaged in various activities related to the field of drama, including the production of a class performance. (Grade level: 9-12)(1/2 credit)

DRAMA 2: Seeks to further the students understanding of the dramatic arts. This course delves deeper into areas of character development, theatrical production knowledge and improvisational techniques. Drama 1 is a prerequisite for Drama 2. (Grade level: 9-12)(1/2 credit)

English Department Doubling Policy: Each year of English requires successful completion of the

previous year’s course. For example, the English 10 prerequisite is a course average of 65 or higher in English 9.  The English 11 prerequisite is a course average of 65 or higher in English 10.  The English 12 prerequisite is a course average of 65 or higher in English 11.

In the instance that a student does not meet the prerequisite, he will need to either pass the course during summer school or repeat the failed course until it is passed.  Only then may the student move on to the next class in the sequence.

FOREIGN LANGUAGEEspañol

SPANISH I : This full year course is an introduction to Spanish skills including speaking, listening, reading and writing using Spanish vocabulary and grammar. It combines Spanish 1A and 1B (2 years of content) into one year. Students will also gain an understanding of the Hispanic culture. At the conclusion of the course, students participate in the Proficiency Exam. Passing scores for the class and the exam must be earned in order to have successfully completed this course’s requirements. Students experiencing a high degree of success in Spanish I are encouraged to continue their language study onto Spanish II. Those students who wish to fulfill the Regents diploma sequence must enroll in three years of Spanish: levels I, II and III.(1 credit)

SPANISH II:  This full year course is the sequel to Spanish I. Students will continue developing their speaking and listening skills, be exposed to more sophisticated reading passages and will expand their writing skills. This course expands basic grammar structures and previously learned vocabulary. A local final exam consistent with the format of the Proficiency and Comprehensive Regents examinations will be given in June. Students experiencing a high degree of success in Spanish II are encouraged to continue their language study onto Spanish III. Those students who wish to fulfill the Regents diploma sequence must enroll in three years of Spanish: levels I, II and III.Pre-requisite: Students must have successfully passed Spanish I and the Proficiency Exam in eighth grade or Spanish I as a freshman. (1 credit)

SPANISH III: This full year course is the sequel to Spanish II. It is also the final course required to complete the Regents diploma sequence. Students will develop their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills at a more advanced level. An emphasis is placed on improving natural conversational skills, expanding the vocabulary base and writing short stories, journal entries and letters. Students are encouraged to use Spanish as much as possible. A local Comprehensive Regents examination will be given in June. Pre-requisite: Students must have successfully passed Spanish II.(1 credit)

SPANISH IV: (Spanish Language Level 1):This college level course challenges students to further develop their speaking, reading, writing and listening skills while enhancing vocabulary. This advanced course is designed to coincide with a Spanish language college course at the 100 level. Instruction is given primarily in Spanish. Students are encouraged to speak Spanish as much as possible. Juniors or seniors are eligible to enroll in this course. CLEP (College Level Exam Program) offers an opportunity to earn college credit at various universities through participation in the Spanish exam at the conclusion of the course. Pre-requisite: Students must have successfully passed Spanish III and the Comprehensive Regents Exam.(1 credit)

MATHEMATICS

MATH 1 (2 year path):This is the first year of a two year course that will prepare students for the Common Core Algebra I Regents Exam; it is half of the Common Core Algebra I curriculum. This course is designed for the student that can benefit from a less rigorous pace of the Common Core Algebra I course. Students must pass the Common Core Algebra I Regents Exam to meet graduation requirements. Students will take the Common Core Algebra I Regents Exam at the conclusion of Math 2. Essential concepts that will be taught include solving algebraic equations/inequalities, applications of equations/inequalities, simplifying polynomials, factoring, graphing and modeling linear functions, and systems of equations. A department prepared final exam will be administered.(1 credit)

MATH 2 (2 year path):This course is designed for students that have completed Math 1; it is the second half of the Common Core Algebra I curriculum. Students must pass the Common Core Algebra I Regents Exam to meet graduation requirements. The fundamental purpose of this course is to formalize and extend the mathematics that students learned in Math 1. Essential concepts that will be taught include transformations, statistics, the modeling of functions, sequences, and quadratics. The Common Core Algebra I Regents Exam will be administered at the conclusion of the course.Prerequisite: Students must have passed the Math 1 course.(1 credit)

COMMON CORE ALGEBRA I (1 year path):This course is the first of the 3 year Common Core sequence (CC Algebra I, CC Geometry, CC Algebra II) required for a Regents with Advanced Designation Diploma. All students must pass the Common Core Algebra I Regents Exam to meet graduation requirements. This is a full year course that will deepen and extend understanding of linear and exponential relationships. Students will compare functions and apply linear models to data that exhibit a linear trend. Students will engage in methods for analyzing, solving, and using quadratic functions. The Common Core Algebra I Regents Exam will be administered at the conclusion of the course. (1 credit)

COMMON CORE GEOMETRY:This course is the second of the 3 year Common Core sequence (CC Algebra I, CC Geometry, CC Algebra II) required for a Regents with Advanced Designation Diploma. This is a full year course intended to formalize and extend students’ geometric experiences from the middle grades. Major concepts include congruence, similarity, triangles, trigonometry, coordinate geometry, modeling, and constructions. The course is centered on geometric relationships moving towards formal mathematical reasoning. The Common Core Geometry Regents Exam will be administered at the conclusion of this course. Prerequisite: Students must satisfy both requirements.

1. Students must have passed the Common Core Algebra I Regents Exam.

2. Students must have passed the Algebra I course or the Math 2 course.

(1 credit)

COMMON CORE ALGEBRA II:This course is the third of the 3 year Common Core sequence (CC Algebra I, CC Geometry, CC Algebra II) required for a Regents with Advanced Designation Diploma. This course is a full year course that builds and extends the students work with functions. Students will work closely with expressions and hone their abilities to model situations and to solve various equations. Equations will expand to include the complex number system and logarithms. The Common Core Algebra II Regents Exam will be given at the conclusion of this course. Prerequisite: Students must satisfy both requirements.

1. Students must have passed the Common Core Geometry course.

2. Students must have passed the Common Core Geometry Regents Exam.

(1 credit)

MATH APPLICATIONS: This course is designed as an alternative to the Regents with Advanced Designation Path. This course will cover the basic algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric concepts. The course content will include measurement, solving equations, graphing, surface area, volume, circumference, area, perimeter, Pythagorean Theorem, trigonometry, and systems of equations. A department prepared final exam will be administered at the conclusion of this course. Note: This course is NOT intended for students that have passed the

Common Core Geometry course. Students that have passed the Common Core Geometry course, and are seeking an alternative to Common Core Algebra II, should take Advanced Math Applications or Business Math.

Prerequisite: Students must satisfy both requirements.1. Students must have passed the Common Core Algebra I

Regents Exam.2. Students must have passed the Common Core Algebra I course

or Math 2. (1 credit)

ADVANCED MATH APPLICATIONS:This is a full year course designed to prepare students for the rigors of basic college mathematics. The course content includes polynomial equations, conics, trigonometry, vectors, complex numbers, logarithms, and exponential functions. A department prepared final exam will be administered at the conclusion of this course.Prerequisite: Students must satisfy both requirements.

1. Students must have passed the Common Core Algebra I Regents Exam.

2. Students must have passed the Math Applications course or the Common Core Geometry course.

(1 credit)

PRE-CALCULUS:This course is a full year course designed to assist math students in orientation and transition to college level math. Algebra is continuing from Common Core Algebra II with emphasis on advanced math topics. The course content includes rational expressions, polynomial equations, trigonometry, analytical geometry, vector analysis, matrices, conics, and the complex and polar number systems. A department prepared final exam will be administered at the conclusion of this course. Please Note: This course can be taken concurrently with ACE Statistics.Prerequisite: Students must have passed the CC Algebra II course. (1 credit)

ACE COLLEGE STATISTICS (MATH 1310-Elementary Statistics):This is an introductory course on Statistics: The science of collecting, describing and interpreting data. Students will learn how data is collected, how it can be described graphically and numerically, and how it can be interpreted to make decisions about a population of people or objects. Probability and probability distributions are also discussed. The statistical software Minitab and the TI-83 graphing calculator will be used extensively throughout the course. A department prepared final exam will be administered at the conclusion of this course. Please Note: This course can be taken concurrently with another

math course. Prerequisite: Students must have passed the Algebra

2/Trigonometry course. (1 credit)(4 credits CCC)

ACE COLLEGE CALCULUS I (MATH 1610-Calculus I):This course is a full year course designed to further enrich the student’s mathematical background with the possibility, if the student qualifies, to accelerate his or her college math courses. College Calculus I uses the direct, in-depth intuitive approach to absolute value, relations, functions, graphs, limits, continuity, differentiation and integration and their applications to algebraic and trigonometric functions. Students will be expected to complete computer based labs. A department prepared final exam will be administered at the conclusion of this course. Please Note: This course can be taken concurrently with ACE Statistics.Prerequisite: Students must satisfy either requirement.

1. Students must have passed the Pre-Calculus course.OR2. Students must have passed the Algebra 2/Trigonometry

course and the Algebra 2/Trigonometry Regents Exam as a sophomore.

(1 credit)(4 credits CCC)

ACE COLLEGE CALCULUS II (MATH 1620-Calculus II):This course is the second of a two course sequence. The course further investigates the concepts learned in College Calculus I in addition to exploring conic sectionalism (analytic geometry), infinite series, and exponential, transcendental, and logarithmic functions. Students will be expected to complete computer based labs. A department prepared final exam will be administered at the conclusion of this course.

Please Note: This course can be taken concurrently with ACE Statistics.Prerequisite: Students must have passed ACE College Calculus I.(1 credit)(4 credits CCC)

MUSIC

Concert dress for all ensembles is: black pants, white shirt and black shoes. 

HIGH SCHOOL ORCHESTRA: String orchestra has daily rehearsals, focusing on string orchestra literature. Students will gain experience in musical leadership skills, lis-tening skills, and expressive playing. There will be at least two performances in a school year.  Weekly group lessons are given and practice is required for this ensemble.  Prerequisite:  previous experience in a string ensemble or teacher’s permission.(1 credit) HIGH SCHOOL MIXED CHORUS: Students meet daily to rehearse.  This ensemble focuses on vocal literature from every genre of music history. (Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Twentieth Century)  Students will learn to read music, sight sing parts and perform in an expressive manner.  There will be at least two performances in a school year. (1 credit)

BAND: Students must have three years of prior instrumental lesson experience. Band will meet 1 period every day.  Students must also attend all scheduled lessons – these lessons are scheduled on a rotating basis with students missing the same class every 4 – 5 weeks. Students will perform in at least two concerts per year and must participate in pep-band and marching band. Pep-Band will take place during the football season and Marching Band will take place April - June. Marching Band will include one to two after school rehearsals each week from early May until mid-June. All students must wear marching band uniforms during the parade and competition season. (1 credit)

MUSIC THEORY:This course is for students who are interested in learning about the building blocks of music.  Starting with the basics and going through to upper level theory by the end of the year.  Rhythm, key signatures,

major/minor chords and scales, transposition, and composition are a few things that will be taught.  It is highly recommended that you have some musical experience before taking this class (band, chorus, orchestra, etc.).  (1 credit)

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

HEALTH: This is a half year course. It is designed to give the student some understanding and scientific background for health and wellness, to help students accept personal responsibility for lifelong health, and to enable students to meet those challenges which arise later in life.The major aims of this Health course are:

1. To improve the student’s self-esteem through a better understanding of health concepts.

2. To familiarize the student with the decision-making process as an aid to problem solving.

3. To provide basic information to enable the student to develop personality and character traits conducive to living a normal, healthy life in our society today.

4. To enhance the student’s understanding of the human body and promote those health practices which will be beneficial to physical health.

5. To promote the student’s understanding of disease prevention.6. To promote the student’s understanding of some major health

risks and to prevent the abuse of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.

7. To develop within the student a basic understanding of human sexuality and family life.

(1/2 Credit)

PHYSICAL EDUCATION: The secondary program provides more complex basic movement and body management opportunities than those offered in the elementary school. The program is diversified and offers a wide range of activities in which a student can experience vigorous activities and challenges in a comprehensive interscholastic program. As students progress, opportunities are presented for increased knowledge, strategies, fitness, proficiency, leisure activities, etc. Increasingly, the emphasis is on lifetime sport, lifetime fitness, leisure, and adventure sports activities.(1/2 credit)

SCIENCE

All students must pass Living Environment before taking any other science class. This is usually done during the freshman year.

REGENTS LIVING ENVIRONMENT:The course previously called Biology is designed to provide broad general understanding of the fundamental principles of biology and to provide an extension of understanding in selected areas. Topics for consideration include the following: study of life, maintenance in animals and plants, reproduction and development, transmission of traits, and evolution. *All students must meet the NYS lab requirements before being permitted to take the Regents Exam. This course will include 5 periods of instruction per week and 1 period of lab instruction every 4 days. (1 credit)

REGENTS EARTH SCIENCE:It is recommended that students take this course during their sophomore year. The following topics will be covered: measuring and mapping the earth; weathering and erosion; rocks, minerals and fossils; plate tectonics; geologic history; earth’s energy budget; weather and climate; and astronomy. This course will include five periods of instruction per week and one period of laboratory sessions every four days. The Earth Science Regents will be given for Regents credit. All students must meet the NYS lab requirements before being permitted to take the regents. (1 credit)

REGENTS CHEMISTRY:Chemistry is normally offered in the junior or senior year or for accelerated sophomores. This course includes: study of the structure of matter involving the motions of molecules, atoms, electrons, protons, and ions; a detail study of the common elements and compounds; a study of the periodic arrangement of the elements and its use in predicting chemical behavior; a study of chemical reactions including neutralization, hydrolysis, equilibrium, and oxidation-reduction reaction; a study of chemical calculations with formula derivation as applied to the kinetic molecular theory and the gas laws in general. It also includes a study of simple organic chemistry with emphasis upon structure and general nomenclature. * All students must meet the NYS lab requirements before being permitted to take the Regents Exam. (This course will include five periods of instruction per week and two periods of laboratory sessions every four days) (1 credit)

REGENTS PHYSICS:This course presents a modern view of physics with major emphasis on the fundamental concepts underlying this basic science. The objectives of the course in Physics should extend beyond a minimal comprehension of the basic facts and principles. This is a highly recommended, if not mandatory, course for students with above average ability in mathematics and science who are contemplating careers in engineering, mathematics or science. Successful completion of CC Algebra II is a recommendation for Physics. (1 credit)

Laboratory Sciences are required for students who are pursuing a Regents Diploma with Advanced Designation and are strongly recommended for

any student who plans on continuing their education.

GENERAL EARTH SCIENCE: It is recommended that students take this course during their sophomore year. This course will provide a basic understanding of the forces and processes that shape our Earth including weathering and erosion; rocks, minerals and fossils; plate tectonics; geologic time; weather and climate; and astronomy. This course will meet five times per week and does not include a separate lab period. A local final will be given for course credit. (1 Credit)

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE: Unlike biology, chemistry and physics, sciences that seek to establish general principles about how the natural world functions, environmental science is an applied science that has deep roots in problem solving. Environmental scientists search for viable solutions to environmental problems, solutions that are based as much as possible on solid scientific knowledge. The main focus will be to attempt to understand how the biosphere changes naturally and how human activities are altering it. For example industry, transportation, water and resource use, energy production, agriculture, waste production and expansion of cities all go on in a mostly non-sustainable way. Many of the environmental problems we face are due to excessive population growth and unsustainable system design. Students will have gained some insight into possible careers in the field of environmental studies. Prerequisite: Living Environment; targeted for grades 10-12(1 credit)

FORENSICS - MST (MATH SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY): This course is intended to meet the third year of the science requirement. There is no regents exam but will terminate with a final

exam. This course is lab based. We will cover analysis of consumer products, DNA, hair, fiber, fingerprints, blood and other trace evidence. (1 credit)

ACE BIOL 1510 - General Biology I: Emphasizes the modern aspects of biology and its techniques. BIOL 1510 includes biochemistry, cell structure and physiology, genetic mechanisms, a survey of the five kingdoms of organisms, and plant structure and physiology. This is a lecture/laboratory course for math/science students. Prerequisite: Regents Living Environment and Regents Chemistry (1 credit)(4 credits CCC)

ACE BIOL 1520 - General Biology II: Emphasizes animal diversity, reproduction, physiology and development, evolution, behavior, and ecology. This is a lecture/laboratory course for math/science students. Prerequisite: BIOL 1510 or instructor consent. (1 credit)(4 credits CCC)

ACE CHEM 1510: Principles of chemistry and its quantitative aspects: Stoichiometry, characteristics of matter, structure and bonding, elementary thermochemistry, solutions, equilibrium, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry. Descriptive chemistry is integrated throughout the course. Intended for, but not limited to, math/science students. It is recommended that students be familiar with algebraic and logarithmic calculations; high school physics is strongly suggested. Lecture/laboratory. Meets general education requirement in natural science.Prerequisite: 65% or higher on Chemistry Regents exam. (1 credit)(4 credits CCC)

ACE CHEM 1520:Principles of chemistry and its quantitative aspects. Stoichiometry, characteristics of matter, structure and bonding, elementary thermochemistry, solutions, equilibrium, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry. Descriptive chemistry is integrated throughout the course. Intended for, but not limited to, math-science majors. It is recommended that students be familiar with algebraic and logarithmic calculations; high-school physics is strongly suggested. Prerequisite: ACE Chem 1510

(1 credit)(4 credits CCC)

ADVANCED PLACEMENT ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE: The Advanced Placement Environmental Science course is designed to be the equivalent of a one-semester, introductory college course in environmental science. In both breadth and level of detail, the content of the course reflects what is found in many introductory college courses in environmental science. The examination is representative of such a course and therefore is considered appropriate for the measurement of skills and knowledge in the field of environmental science. The goal of the AP Environmental Science course is to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and human-made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them. Environmental Science is interdisciplinary; it embraces a wide variety of topics from different areas of study. Yet there are several major unifying constructs, or themes, that cut across the many topics included in the study of environmental science.

The following themes provide a foundation for the structure of the AP Environmental Science course.1. Science is a process.

Science is a method of learning more about the world. Science constantly changes the way we understand the world.

2. Energy conversions underlie all ecological processes. Energy cannot be created; it must come from somewhere. As energy flows through systems, at each step more of it becomes

unusable.3. The Earth itself is one interconnected system.

Natural systems change over time and space. Biogeochemical systems vary in ability to recover from

disturbances.4. Humans alter natural systems.

Humans have had an impact on the environment for millions of year.

Technology and population growth have enabled humans to increase both the rate and scale of their impact on the environment.

5. Environmental problems have a cultural and social context. Understanding the role of cultural, social, and economic factors is

vital to the development of solutions.

6. Human survival depends on developing practices that will achieve sustainable systems.Prerequisite: Algebra; Recommended: Earth Science (Grade level: 11-12)(2 credits)

SOCIAL STUDIES

GRADES 9 & 10 GLOBAL HISTORY & GEOGRAPHY: This is a two year course with a curriculum designed to focus on the five social studies standards, common themes that recur across time and place, and eight historical units. Each unit lists the content, concepts and themes, and connections teachers should use to organize classroom instruction and plan for assessment. This curriculum provides studentswith the opportunity to explore what is happening in various regions and civilizations at a given time. In addition, it enables students to investigate issues and themes from multiple perspectives and make global connections and linkages that lead to in-depth understanding. As students explore the five social studies standards, they should have multiple opportunities to explore the content and intellectual skills of history and the social science disciplines. The courses culminate with a Regents exam at the end of 10th grade. (1 credit per course)

AP WORLD HISTORY:AP World History is a two-year history course focusing on the interconnectedness of global history and world cultures and the progression of human society. As a broad, survey course, AP World History will cover human history from 8000 BC to the modern day between the two years, focusing on key case studies throughout the course. As an Advanced Placement (AP) course, AP World History will challenge students and prepare them for an advanced, college-level examination at the end of their second year. Students who exceed on their AP Examination may qualify for college credit from various colleges and universities. This course will fulfill (and exceed) the requirements of the NYS Global History and Geography course and prepare students for the corresponding Regents taken at the conclusion of the sophomore year. The course will prepare students for the AP Examination in World History in May.(1 credit per course) GRADE 11 US HISTORY & GOVERNMENT: Is a required course of study with advancement and graduation contingent on passage of the New York State Regents. This course will explore the development of North America and specifically the United

States. The course of study will include study of the U.S. Constitution and the operation of the government under this Constitution. 32 Landmark Supreme court cases will be viewed and discussed as well as all areas of the country’s development from Revolutionary War to contemporary times.Prerequisite: Global Studies 9 and 10 or AP World 1 and 2(1 credit)

AP US HISTORY: Is a full year survey course in United States History from its origins to present. The course seeks to explore major issues, turning points, and people in U.S. history. The introductory college level course will challenge students to develop their historical skills through reading, speaking, writing, debating, and presenting. There are high expectations for this course: students should expect a minimum of five hours of homework per week, as well as summer course work before the school year begins. This course will fulfill (and exceed) the requirements of the NYS US History and Government course and prepare students for the corresponding Regents taken at the conclusion of the junior year. The course will prepare students for the AP Examination in United States history in May.Prerequisite: Global Studies 9 and 10 or AP World 1 and 2(1 Credit)

GRADE 12 PARTICIPATION IN GOVERNMENT: This one semester course will provide a working knowledge of American Government at the National, State and Local levels. The course will emphasize the interaction between responsible citizens and their government. Throughout the course, key civic values and analytical concepts will be developed and reinforced. The ultimate goal is to prepare students to be effective participants in our democratic process. Activities include projects, community service, meeting attendance, essays and letters.(1/2 credit)

GRADE 12 ECONOMICS: This one semester course includes the basic economic concepts and understanding needed by all persons to function effectively and intelligently as citizens of the United States and the World. The major focus will be on the United States economic system and its interaction with government and society. This focus will include macro and micro economic models. Students will create their own budgets, keep track of stocks, and will be required to write essays on various topics.(1/2 credit)

AP GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS:The AP Government & Politics: United States course provides an analytical perspective on government and politics in the United States. This course involves both the study of general concepts used to interpret U.S. politics and the analysis of specific case studies. It also requires familiarity with the various institutions, groups, beliefs, and ideas that constitute U.S. political reality. This course will fulfill (and exceed) the requirements of the NYS Participation in Government and Economics courses. The course will prepare students for the AP Examination in American Government and Politics in May.(1 credit)

PSYCHOLOGY: A survey course in the basic principles and concepts of psychology. The main emphasis is given to the relationship of the individual to varied psychological theories. Lectures, cooperative learning group exercises, psychological research project simulations, material analysis and interpretations, and individual reading will be the teaching approaches. Students are evaluated using individual and group projects, objective and written tests, and class discussion. This course is typically taken by seniors, but underclassmen may take the course with permission from the teacher.(1/2 Credit)

“THE BUTTERFLY EFFECT”:This half year course will focus on how turning points in history and contemporary events are often the result of lesser known actions of long forgotten individuals, triggering a series of interconnected events. Students will examine this phenomena on an International, National, Local, and most importantly, family scope. An emphasis on authentic student research and discovery will be essential.(1/2 Credit)

TECHNOLOGY

FUNDAMENTALS OF ENGINEERING:Are you interested in math and science, how about solving problems, or building projects that test your ideas? Then you should sign up for this class! We will explore the different type of engineers such as mechanical, civil, and structural engineering. This class is lab heavy and focuses on the design process, problem solving, prototyping, and working as an engineer on a design team. (1/2 credit)

PRODUCTION SYSTEMS: Class activities in this course begin with a basic skills module, producing a project in woodworking. This traditional project will allow students to learn and use general woodworking skills and lab safety. Once acquired, these skills will be used to complete the second module. This module features a manufacturing enterprise in which the class designs, manufactures, and markets a product.(1/2 credit)

MATERIAL PROCESSING AND FABRICATION (Wood): Laboratory study of wood and processes involved in the production of consumer goods from wood and allied materials.(1/2 credit)

CONSTRUCTION SYSTEMS:Construction systems is a study of the contributions and impacts of the construction technologies on society and free enterprise through a study of its resources, processes, and systems. This course will provide an opportunity for students to better understand construction processes, materials, and practices through laboratory-based experiences.(1/2 credit)

MATERIALS PROCESSING: This class is designed to give the learner a wide overview of materials and processes used to transform them. The course focuses on the classifying, properties, and process of materials and the selection of those materials to be used in applications. Students will study wood, metal, ceramics, composites, and natural fibers. Major activities include reports, analysis of materials, hands on projects, and safe techniques used to process materials.(1/2 credit)

TEHCNICAL DRAWING:A study of engineering graphics as a medium for communication and problem solving. Course content will include a contemporary systematic process for the development of graphic representations to communicate ideas, objects, or systems. Instruction will address standards and practice accepted as universal language within the global society. Emphasis will be placed on skills development through hands-on laboratory experience.(1/2 credit)