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NOTRE DAME PREPARATORY SCHOOL

UPPER LEVEL COURSE CATALOG

2017-2018

815 Hampton Lane

Towson, Maryland 21286

410.825.6202

www.notredameprep.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Mission Statement ................................................................................................................... 3

Academic Program ................................................................................................................ 3

Graduation Requirements ...................................................................................................... 3

Fine Art Requirements............................................................................................................ 3

Advanced Placement Information .......................................................................................... 4

Of Note ................................................................................................................................... 4

STEAM Information .............................................................................................................. 5

Humanities Information ......................................................................................................... 6

Courses .................................................................................................................................... 7

Religion ............................................................................................................................. 7 English .............................................................................................................................. 8 Humanities ..................................................................................................................... 11 Social Studies .................................................................................................................. 12 U.S. History .................................................................................................................... 13 Computer and Engineering (STEAM) ........................................................................... 15 Engineering (STEAM).................................................................................................... 16 Mathematics ................................................................................................................... 17 Science ............................................................................................................................ 21 Language ........................................................................................................................ 24 Art ................................................................................................................................... 29 Performing Arts .............................................................................................................. 31 Physical Education and Health ...................................................................................... 33

Online Registration ............................................................................................................... 34

MISSION STATEMENTWhere Girls Become Women Who Transform The World

Notre Dame Preparatory School educates and empowers girls to become women who transform the world. As a Catholic, independent, college preparatory school for girls in grades 6 through 12, Notre Dame Prep inspires students to pursue academic excellence, spiritual growth, and the practice of justice. Infused with the spirit of the School Sisters of Notre Dame and rooted in the teachings of the Catholic Church, the NDP community strives to answer God’s call “…to act justly, to love tenderly, and to walk humbly with God.” (Micah 6:8)

Notre Dame Preparatory School is a Catholic, independent, college preparatory school rooted in the tradition of the School Sisters of Notre Dame.

Academic excellence remains the key component of Notre Dame’s mission. The 21st-century learning skills of collaboration, communication, creativity, and critical thinking are central to our program. Our girls challenge themselves and succeed in a rigorous and exciting program of study. Students are enriched by the experience and commitment of NDP’s outstanding faculty and staff.

Notre Dame Prep has an amazing array of opportunities available to our girls both in the Middle Level and the Upper Level.

Our NDP Middle Level serves adolescent girls who possess both the motivation and the ability to succeed in a rigorous academic curriculum while immersed in the spiritual and extracurricular life of the school. The program of study follows a pattern that is developmentally appropriate, featuring engaging and active learning that spans all disciplines. Our girls complete the Middle Level experience prepared for high school and having become more loving, just, and wise.

NDP’s Upper Level is college preparatory on all levels and includes all classes required for admission into the nation’s leading colleges and universities. The breadth and depth of the core program is enhanced by the large choice of elective opportunities in art, music, writing, economics, social issues, drama, and major subject areas. More than 360 sections of 170 courses are available to our girls in the Upper Level, including 21 Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Unique to NDP is a multi-phased approach to learning. The phasing system enables each student to work at her own level of ability in each subject.

Each year, 100% of NDP seniors gain admission to the country’s most competitive colleges and universities, are inducted into 12 honor societies, receive National Merit recognition and attain high scores on both SAT and AP exams. In addition to their academic achievements, they win awards in drama, art, essay writing, and music, demonstrating that Notre Dame Preparatory School students are as well-rounded as they are well prepared.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

English

Mathematics (including Algebra II and Geometry)

Science (including Biology and Chemistry)

History/Social Studies

Foreign Language

Religion

Physical Education/Health

Fine Arts

Electives

Social Service

4 credits

4 credits

3 credits

3 credits (including 2 US History credits)

3 credits (three sequential levels)

2 credits (1/2 credit each semester)

2 credits

1 credit

2 1/2 credits

60 hours+college prep seminar for juniors and seniors

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

FINE ART REQUIREMENTS:The following qualify as a fine art

• Creative Communications • Theater Experience • Exploring Art • Digital Media I • String Orchestra • Concert Band • Concert Choir • Guitar • Piano • Handbells • Dance

ADVANCED PLACEMENT INFORMATION

Several of the academic disciplines offer Advanced Placement (AP) Courses to sophomores, juniors, and seniors who have demonstrated through past academic achievements that they are able to handle college-level courses in high school. Candidates must meet all established criteria for placement into these courses. Students are asked to discuss their participation in these classes with their teachers, parents, and counselors. Students are required to complete summer assignments and reading prior to the start of some AP courses. Therefore, no student may transfer in September to an AP course which requires summer assignments and readings. Students not enrolled in an AP course at NDP may not sit for that exam at our school.

Once enrolled in an AP course, students are expected to fulfill all course requirements including sitting for the AP exam in May. AP exams are administered at NDP for a fee set by the College Entrance Exam Board. The exams are administered by the College Board. Colleges may grant credit based upon a student’s AP score. If the student is not achieving in the course, the teacher may recommend that the student be withdrawn from the AP exam, and thus the student would need to take a final exam. Students who for any reasons do not take the AP exam on the designated date must take the designated AP exam make-up on the date and time determined by the College Board.

21 ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES:

• Art History • Biology • Calculus AB • Calculus BC • Chemistry • English Language & Composition • English Literature & Composition

• Environmental Science • French Language & Culture • Human Geography • Microeconomics • Music Theory • Physics B • US Government & Politics

Students are encouraged to take no more than three AP classes in any one year except with Counseling Department advisement and permission from the principal.

OF NOTE

PHASING SYSTEM: • PHASE 5: Advanced Honors and all Advanced Placement course work • PHASE 4: Honors Level • PHASE 3: College Preparatory • PHASE 2: College Preparatory, emphasizes strengthening in specific areas

SCIENCE-TECHNOLOGY-ENGINEERING-ARTS-MATH (STEAM): an interdisciplinary approach providing age-appropriate, gender-specific, hands-on learning to research, engineering, design, and problem solving; dual credit option for college-level computer programming course through Towson University

THE BETTE ELLIS O’CONOR HUMANITIES PROGRAM: an alternative, interdisciplinary curriculum exploring the ways in which the world has been and continues to be interconnected

SOCIAL SERVICE PROGRAM: longest-running service program of any Baltimore-area school; service trips to Ignacio Ellacuria, El Salvador (sister school), Virginia and Mississippi (Habitat for Humanity), and Costa Rica (National Sloth Sanctuary)

FINE & PERFORMING ARTS: • two annual musical productions, one annual drama production • band, choral, orchestral programs • dance • fine arts including digital photography and design, painting, drawing, architectural drawing

• US History • Studio Art: 2-D-Design • Studio Art: Drawing • Spanish Literature & Culture • Spanish Language & Culture • Statistics • Chinese

HONOR SOCIETY MEMBERSHIP: • Cum Laude Society, a national organization recognizing outstanding scholastic achievement • Science National Honor Society • Mu Alpha Theta, the National Mathematics Honor Society • International Thespian Society • Tri-M National Music Honor Society • National Art Honor Society • National Forensics League • Sigma Tau Delta, International English Honor Society • La Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica, Spanish Honor Society • La Société Honoraire de Français, French Honor Society • Chinese Language Honor Society • Rho Kappa Social Studies National Honor Society

TECHNOLOGY: NDP is a laptop school; faculty members use technology to help students develop meaningful 21st-century skills, such as communication, collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving.

ATHLETICS: NDP participates in all 14 sport championships conducted by the Interscholastic Athletic Association of Maryland (IAAM). More than half of the Upper Level student body participates on one of 30 teams (Varsity, JV, Third Squad).

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: More than 30 student clubs and organizations, including Student Council, Athletic Association, Christian Community Awareness Program, Robotics, Speech and Debate, Cultural Awareness Club, Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD), Youth in Government, and many others.

STEAM INFORMATION

Providing age-appropriate, gender-specific learning for girls, NDP’s STEAM program creates awareness, sparks interest, and builds confidence in girls for STEAM subjects. Students can pursue STEAM courses while enjoying a comprehensive, liberal arts, college preparatory curriculum, rather than a singular track of classes. With NDP’s mod schedule and unique phasing system, students study in areas that are interesting to them and that appropriately challenge their abilities.

A sampling of STEAM courses include:

• Information Literacy, Technology, Study Skills Explore Class (for sixth graders)

• Forensic Science and Digital Magazine Design Explore Classes (for seventh graders)

• Digital Technologies and Engineering and Architecture Explore Classes (for eighth graders)

• Technology (for freshmen)

• Introduction to Engineering (for sophomores)

• Design/Build Engineering (for juniors and seniors)

• Computer Programming

• Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Advanced Placement (AP) Science Courses

• Algebra II, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Statistics, and AP Mathematics Courses

• Digital Media I, II, and III

• Architecture, Photography, and AP Art Courses

NDP graduates serve as online mentors for engineering students, and visiting engineer lecturers complement coursework, leading Middle and Upper Level students in design/build activities as well as providing a glimpse of the opportunity STEAM professions hold for women. Extracurricular activities, such as the Robotics Club and Student Technology Advisors (STArs), offer hands-on, engaging activities in which students can apply STEAM learning. Each year, the Science Department sponsors a Summer Science Internship Program for students, who travel anywhere from Baltimore to Boston to pursue STEAM learning.

HUMANITIES INFORMATION

The Bette Ellis O’Conor Humanities Program comprises a community of scholars at Notre Dame Preparatory School dedicated to intellectual pursuit that transcends the boundaries of usual study. The program integrates curricula that are normally separated, allowing students to study in a collegial and dynamic environment that elicits passion for ideas and learning. An exciting alternative course of study in which interdisciplinary connections are the goal, the Humanities Program allows students to explore the relationships between disciplines, particularly Art, English, Music, Religion, and Social Studies. Examining critical issues and ideas, the program encourages dialogue and diversity of perspective.

FRESHMAN PRE-HUMANITIES:During freshman year, all students are introduced to interdisciplinary study in their World Cultures classes. Art enrichment activities demonstrate the rich possibility of investigating a topic from multiple disciplinary perspectives, thereby allowing students to choose whether the program is the right choice for their learning styles.

SOPHOMORE HUMANITIES:Sophomore students in the program embark on a journey of American studies. Joining Social Studies and English curricula, the course challenges students to consider the nature of America and how the relationship among art, literature, history, music, and religion has shaped both the nation and its inhabitants.

JUNIOR HUMANITIES:Shifting to a focus on the world, the junior year couples a study of world religions with an emphasis on world literature. Students study the global society in which they live, seeking the knowledge and wisdom such a global view provides.

SENIOR YEAR CAPSTONE:The Humanities Capstone course is a senior elective for participants of the program. Students collectively choose a focus of study, giving them the power to shape their own intellectual path. Whether the topic is the nature of evil, the purpose of art, the role of fear, or the experience of time, students explore deeply a concept of particular interest to the class. All students complete a capstone project which allows them to incorporate their specific interests in responding to the key elements of the course topic. Paired with a faculty mentor for the project, each student challenges the holistic faculties she has developed throughout the program and encourages the kind of scholarship and collaboration that is normally reserved for college courses.

CULMINATION OF HUMANITIES PROGRAM:There is an evening presentation in May to which parents, administrators and the benefactors of the program are invited. Students present a summary of their projects and display them in the lobby for viewing. At that time, students are given certificates of participation in the program.

NDP STEAM CERTIFICATERequirments:

• Science – Four years including Physics • Technology – One class in 9th Grade Technology, Digital Media 1, 2, or 3, or Computer Programming • Engineering – One class in Introduction to Engineering, Design/Build Engineering, or Fundamentals of Architecture • Art – One class in Exploring Art, Photography, Studio, Digital Media, Architecture, or Advanced Placement Studio or Art History • Mathematics – Four years including Pre-Calculus • STEAM Club Membership – Two years of active membership in Architecture/Engineering, Photography, STArs, Robotics, Theatre Tech, Environmental, Habitat, Science National Honor Society, Math National Honor Society, or National Art Honor Society. • STEAM Summer Experience – Two weeks of approved internships, college courses, or camps before senior year. • STEAM Mentor – Two years of regular contact with a mentor associated with the NDP community. • STEAM Service – Completion of STEAM-related service. • STEAM Digital Portfolio – Students must maintain documentation for all of the above requirements and apply for the NDP STEAM Certificate during the fall semester of their senior year.

2017-2018 COURSE CATALOG

RELIGION

011 CATHOLIC IDENTITY/HEBREW SCRIPTURES GRADE: 9 PHASE: 3 MODS: 6This course is designed to introduce students to the study and the practice of religion examined primarily through the lens of Catholicism. This will be accomplished through an analysis of the characteristics of religion, a thematic overview of the Hebrew Scriptures and an introduction to Jesus Christ and the Christian Scriptures. (This course also includes a unit on human sexuality.)

020 JESUS CHRIST AND CHRISTIAN SCRIPTURES GRADE: 10 PHASE: 3 MODS: 6The course is divided into two separate but intrinsically connected semesters. The first semester will discuss the life and ministry of Jesus Christ and his call upon our lives as recorded in the Christian Scriptures. The second semester will examine the way in which the early Church responded to that call and consequently determine how the Church continues Jesus’ mission in the contemporary world. (This course also includes a unit on human sexuality)

030 THE CHURCH AND WORLD RELIGIONS GRADE: 11 PHASE: 3 MODS: 6This course offers students an opportunity to study, discuss and critique the wisdom of the world’s major religions through an analysis of both primary and secondary sources. The students will also evaluate the insights and importance of their own religious experience in order to compare and contrast how that experience relates to other faith traditions. Finally, students will appraise Huston Smith’s understanding of ‘religion alive’ as a ‘calling of the soul to the highest adventure it can undertake. (This course also includes a unit on human sexuality.)

031 RELIGION 11 HUMANITIES GRADE: 11 PHASE: 3 MODS: 6Junior students will study the global society in which we live. They will have the opportunity to discuss and evaluate the reciprocal relations between religion and literature in the 20th and 21st century global historical and current events. The events move beyond Eurocentric literature to an appreciation of literature from around the world. They will gain an awareness of and facility with c ross-curricular connections in world culture, including but not limited to connections between English and Religion as well as History, Art and Music. This course should help students to become informed and concerned citizens of the world, prepared for the future which awaits them.

040 DECIDING GRADE: 12 PHASE: 3 MODS: 6This course offers an opportunity for the student to achieve an academic understanding of the nature and meaning of Catholic Christian morality, both personal and social, so that she can make wise and loving moral judgments and live according to her moral convictions. Topics range from bioethics to the Holocaust. Students are invited to choose a social moral issue and put their convictions into action. In the fourth quarter our focus shifts to exploring a greater understanding of the relationships pertinent to the students’ lives. Topics include friendship, love, dating sexuality, gender roles and vocations. (This course also includes a unit on human sexuality.)

046 INVITATION TO PHILOSOPHY GRADE: 12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8Philosophy encourages us to wonder, to seek wisdom and to pursue truth. To engage in this challenge, students will discuss and critique the insights of the great philosophers such as Socrates, Aristotle, Plato, Kierkegaard, Dostoevsky, Nietzsche, Sartre, etc. While exploring different philosophical schools of thought, students will have an opportunity to review and critique contemporary movies in order to assess and evaluate their philosophical contribution to society. The course aims at developing the student’s critical thinking through reading primary and secondary sources, analyzing arguments, and engaging in seminar discussions.

NOTRE DAME PREPARATORY SCHOOL 2017-2018 Upper Level Course Catalog

063 SOCIAL SERVICE GRADE: 12 UNPHASED MODS: 2+Social Service is a non-credit course required for graduation. Facilitated and approved by the Director of Social Service students will complete at least 60 hours of direct service. Social service students will meet twice a month for two mods to discuss their placements and reflect upon their experience. Seniors are also required to keep a journal of their service experience.

ENGLISH

112 ENGLISH 9 GRADE: 9 PHASE: 2 MODS: 10This course is designed to encourage the progress of college preparatory students who need to review language skills. The course introduces the student to the short story, drama, novel, mythology, and poetry as literary genres with emphasis on reading comprehension and the application of literary terminology. Students also concentrate on essential grammar and vocabulary. Writing skills range from paragraph development through introductory essay writing and include creative writing as well as controlled research projects.

113 ENGLISH 9 GRADE: 9 PHASE: 3 MODS: 10Phase 3 introduces the college preparatory student to specific literary genres including the short story, novel, drama, mythology, and poetry with emphasis on reading comprehension and interpretation. Students receive guided practice in stretching from literal to abstract/figurative thinking about literature. Grammar and vocabulary are stressed and enriched through a focus on spoken and written communication skills. While students are required to engage in creative as well as research-based writing, effective paragraph construction and the introduction of the formal essay will be the principal writing objectives at this level.

114 ENGLISH 9 GRADE: 9 PHASE: 4 MODS: 10Phase 4 introduces the college preparatory student to specific literary genres with emphasis on interpretation and analysis. Students in this phase have already demonstrated the ability to engage in independent abstract/figurative thinking about literature. Both verbal and written communication skills are taught, beginning with paragraph development and continuing with various types of informal and formal essays, including creative and research-based writing. The writing process, from pre-writing through drafting and editing to the final draft, is emphasized; vocabulary and grammar study enhance student communication. The literary genres studied include novels, short stories, drama, poetry, and myths.

115 ENGLISH 9 GRADE: 9 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10This course introduces the college preparatory student of superior ability and motivation to an appreciation of specific literary genres including short stories, novels, mythology, poetry, drama, and non-fiction with an emphasis on interpretation, analysis, evaluation and synthesis. Enrichment in communication skills stresses vocabulary expansion and composition development. A review of effective paragraph construction leads to an emphasis on formal essay composition. This course also includes controlled research and both creative and reportorial independent projects.

122 ENGLISH 10 GRADE: 10 PHASE: 2 MODS: 10Phase 2 American Literature is designed for students who need individual attention in improving reading, writing and grammar skills. Students study examples of American novels, poetry, drama and prose. Writing focuses on further practice with the expository essay and introduces the literary analysis essay. Grammar study emphasizes correct usage. Students continue to expand vocabulary through direct study and by using context clues.

123 ENGLISH 10 GRADE: 10 PHASE: 3 MODS: 10Phase 3 American Literature is a college preparatory course in the study of language and literature. Using a chronological approach, students examine American poetry, drama, and prose, including several novels. Writing includes review of the comparison/contrast essay and serious study of the critical analysis essay. Grammar focuses on aspects of usage; vocabulary development is provided through both literary content and separate study.


124 ENGLISH 10 GRADE: 10 PHASE: 4 MODS: 10Phase 4 American Literature is for students with above-average ability and motivation in the study of language and literature. The course is a chronological approach to the study of American prose and poetry, including intensive interpretation and analysis of several classic American novels. Student writing focuses on both persuasive and literary analysis essays, with emphasis on the study of literary criticism and the application of its lenses. Vocabulary and grammar study is continuous and extensive.

125 ENGLISH 10 GRADE: 10 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10Phase 5 World Literature is for students who have an exceptional grasp of the English language. They must think critically and independently as they demonstrate their AP level skills in both speaking and writing. They must be highly motivated to read extensively and analyze the prose, poetry, and drama of major world authors, as well as additional critical sources. Students hone their research, communication, and leadership skills by creating frequent multi-modal class presentations, both individually and in cooperative learning teams. A formal college-level research paper written according to MLA standards is required. Grammar and vocabulary study is continuous and extensive. NOTE: COURSE 126 AND 127 CAN BE FOUND IN THE HUMANITIES SECTION.

133 ENGLISH 11 GRADE: 11 PHASE: 3 MODS: 9This course acquaints students with masterpieces of British literature and the historical circumstances surrounding each. Students are guided in the development of their critical thinking through class discussion and written assignments. Studies include readings from a variety of authors, literary analyses of their ideas and techniques, and an introduction to writing a college-level research paper according to MLA standards.

134 ENGLISH 11 GRADE: 11 PHASE: 4 MODS: 9This course surveys the major works of Britain’s greatest writers. Studies include a chronological treatment of the major literary and historical periods from the Anglo-Saxon to modern times. Students are challenged to exhibit critical thinking through class discussion and written assignments. An original college-level research paper written according to MLA standards is required.

135 ENGLISH 11 PARALLEL AMERICAN LITERATURE/US HISTORY GRADE: 11 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10Students who have completed English 10, Phase 5 and U.S. History I, Phase 5 are given priority for enrollment. Students not currently enrolled in English 10-5 must earn a grade of 93 or above in English 10-4, provide a recommendation from her current English teacher, and successfully complete a placement exam in order to earn a place in this course. Advanced Placement Test fee: $95. NOTE: COURSE 136 AND 137 CAN BE FOUND IN THE HUMANITIES SECTION.

141 ENGLISH 12 (OVERVIEW) GRADE: 12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 9The Phase 4 Senior English curriculum requires that all students · read and analyze challenging literature · refine their critical thinking skills as they respond to the literature · hone their writing skills in response to literature and to life · refine their collaboration and speaking skills through class discussion and group projects · research thoroughly and ethically and present the results of their research in professional MLA format · engage in activities designed to foster their creativity in response to the literature being studied.

Within this curriculum, seniors will explore literature of interest by participating in two semester-long courses, one to be taken in the fall semester and the other in the spring. Each course will be taught by a different teacher. All courses require close reading of all assigned works and include quizzes, tests, short essays, an independent literary analysis paper, and a 6-8 page research paper in MLA format or a project of comparable scope and value. Each semester course must be passed independently of the other in order to receive English 4 credit.


ENGLISH 12: MYTHS AND MONSTERS GRADE: 12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 9Spend part of your senior year in the fanciful worlds, where heroes are larger than life, witches are real, and all manner of creatures go bump in the night. This course examines the role of fairy tale, myth and legend in creating cultural consciousness. By analyzing themes such as marginalization and otherness, gender roles, and the role of religion, students will strive to understand how these genres have shaped our society. Whether an analysis of Gothic monsters or the bizarre world of fairy tales, this course will stretch your imagination and challenge your perspective on the world.

ENGLISH 12: SHAKESPEAREAN DRAMA GRADE: 12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 9This senior elective uses both a literary and a performance approach to Shakespeare’s plays. The course will help students begin to understand why these plays have fascinated audiences for more than four hundred years and why Shakespeare is admired by many as the greatest writer of the English language. The course will make use of video as well as vertical close reading. Students will study plays which may include Hamlet, Much Ado About Nothing, The Tempest, Othello, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

ENGLISH 12: ROMANCE IN THE NOVELS OF JANE AUSTEN GRADE: 12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 9Enter the world of early nineteenth century England, of empire-waist gowns, dances, and proper etiquette, where the main goal of the daughters of the gentry is to marry well. Although all of Austen’s heroines struggle with this basic situation, students discover through a close reading of the texts that the protagonists’ unique personality traits affect the development of their romantic relationships in different ways. Although set in an age seemingly far removed from our own, Jane Austen’s novels are delightful and humorous portraits of young women who might be able to suggest ways for modern young women to find happiness.

163 CREATIVE COMMUNICATION GRADE: 9 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8This course helps students gain an understanding of the communication process so that they can function confidently in verbal and non-verbal situations. Creative drama, speech, listening and media projects provide a wide range of communication experiences. Students write and deliver different kinds of speeches and receive feedback from both their teacher and their peers. In addition, the students explore media techniques used often in popular culture and learn to be critical evaluators of information and technology. Group projects teach critical thinking and leadership skills. Students develop skills that enable them to interact successfully in groups and to become poised speakers. Class section size is limited to 14 students.

164 THEATRE EXPERIENCE GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8This course provides an introduction to the world of the stage! It is an excellent follow-up to Creative Communications for students who enjoy creative drama. It may be taken by students during any year. In addition to improvisation and theatre games, students will receive an introduction to character analysis, scene study and stagecraft. Although previous theatre experience is helpful, any student is welcome to choose this elective. Plays studied may include The Glass Menagerie, The Odd Couple, Steel Magnolias, A Streetcar Named Desire, and Love Letters. Students will perform twice before small, friendly audiences at the CCAP Christmas Party and in the spring during Library Week.

171 CREATIVE WRITING I GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8This multi-grade level, introductory course develops the student’s ability to express herself through writing poetry and prose. Moreover, in the process of revision the student heightens her sensitivity to language. These goals are achieved in part by sharing work, maintaining a portfolio, and publishing the school literary magazine Esprit. Although prior writing experience and phase designation are not prerequisites, aspiring writers should be prepared to demonstrate a high degree of self-motivation as they participate in class and work independently.


195 ADVANCED PLACEMENT ENGLISH GRADE: 12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 11This course provides in-depth study of major works of British literature in preparation for the Advanced Placement Test in English Literature and Composition. This course completes the World Lit/American Lit/British Lit triangle designed for English Phase 5 students. AP English Literature requires independent reading and close analysis, seminar presentations, frequent essays, and both researched and independent literary analysis papers. Prerequisites: Approval by the English Department. Approval of the 11-4 English teacher and successful completion of a placement exam is required for a student not currently enrolled in English 11-5 Parallel. Advanced Placement test fee: $95.

HUMANITIES

126 ENGLISH 10 HUMANITIES GRADE: 10 PHASE: 3 MODS: 11Sophomore students in the Humanities program embark on a journey of American studies. Joining Social Studies and English curricula, the course challenges students to consider the nature of America and how the relationship among art, literature, history, music and religion has shaped both the nation and its inhabitants. NOTE: Students taking this class are required to take the 226 U.S. History-Humanities class.

127 ENGLISH 10 HUMANITIES GRADE: 10 PHASE: 4 MODS: 11Sophomore students in the Humanities program embark on a journey of American studies. Joining Social Studies and English curricula, the course challenges students to consider the nature of America and how the relationship among art, literature, history, music and religion has shaped both the nation and its inhabitants. NOTE: Students taking this class are required to take the 227 U.S. History-Humanities class. Students taking this class are required to take the 227 U.S. History-Humanities class.

226 US HISTORY I—HUMANITIES GRADE: 10 PHASE: 3 MODS: 11227 US HISTORY I—HUMANITIES GRADE: 10 PHASE: 4 MODS: 11In the US History 1-Humanities course, students will study American history from colonization to the modern era. The course examines major threads of American culture from the Colonial Period up until the eve of World War II. The course takes a thematic approach, exploring such themes: The Land; A Gradual Awakening: Women in America; Immigrants and Native Americans; American Conflict; the American Dream, and the African-American Experience in America. In addition to traditional tests, essays, and quizzes, students will also participate in weekly seminar-style discussions, and complete a joint assessment project after each unit. Students will be asked to go on one field trip outside of school each quarter. NOTE: Students registered for the US History 1-Humanities course will also be enrolled in the Humanities Program.

136 ENGLISH 11 HUMANITIES GRADE: 11 PHASE: 3 MODS: 9Phase 3 World Literature is a college preparatory course in language and literary study in which students explore such topics and units as African Literature, Indian Literature, Dystopian Literatures, Medieval Literature, Renaissance, Literature and Women’s Literature. Students will study an eclectic mix of literature, including William Shakespeare, Geoffrey Chaucer, Albert Camus, Chinua Achebe, Thrity Umrigar, Aldous Huxley, Jean-Paul Sartre, and Henrik Ibsen along with Latin American short stories and African proverbs. They will gain an awareness of and facility with cross-curricular connections in world culture, including but not limited to connections between English and Religion as well as History, Art, and Music. Student assessment will include tests, quizzes, and traditional essay writing leading to a formal research paper in MLA style. In addition, students will create several multi-media projects throughout the year.


137 ENGLISH 11 HUMANITIES GRADE: 11 PHASE: 4 MODS: 9Phase 4 World Literature, for students with above-average ability and motivation in the study of language and literature, explores such topics and units as African Literature, Indian Literature, Dystopian Literatures, Medieval Literature, Renaissance Literature and Women’s Literature. Students will study an eclectic mix of literature including William Shakespeare, Geoffrey Chaucer, Albert Camus, Chinua Achebe, Thrity Umrigar, and Aldous Huxley, along with Latin American short stories and African proverbs. They will gain an awareness of and facility with cross-curricular connections in world culture, including but not limited to connections between English and Religion as well as History, Art, and Music. Student assessment will include tests, quizzes, and traditional essay writing leading to a formal research paper in MLA style. In addition, students will create several multi-media projects throughout the year.

236 US HISTORY II—HUMANITIES GRADE: 11 PHASE: 3 MODS: 11237 US HISTORY II—HUMANITIES GRADE: 11 PHASE: 4 MODS: 11In the US History 2-Humanities course, students will study American history in the twentieth century looking at America’s relationship to the world through the study of major historical events, topics and themes. Such topics and events include World War I, the period between the two world wars, international causes of World War II, World War II, and origins of the Cold War and its aftermath, Times of Upheaval, Hope and Tragedy (1960-1968), The World Becomes Small (1968-1980), the Republican Era, the Middle East as well as present day events. Student assessment will include traditional tests, quizzes and essay writing, leading to a formal research paper in MLA style. In addition, students will participate in seminar-style discussions and will create several multi-media projects during the year.

199 HUMANITIES CAPSTONE COURSE GRADE: 12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 7The senior humanities class is a student-centered, interdisciplinary exploration of a topic the students chose at the end of junior year. The first semester will consist of mini-courses on that topic taught by teachers from various departments explaining how their particular discipline looks at that question. In the second half of the year, each student will choose a question pertaining to that topic to research and create a project for presentation at the end of senior year.

SOCIAL STUDIES

212 WORLD CULTURES GRADE: 9 PHASE: 2 MODS: 9This course leads the student to an understanding of the broad sweep of historical forces that have shaped the world today. It draws on all academic disciplines in order to present the geographic, cultural, economic and political background of the Ancient and Medieval world to help the student better understand the modern social world. Primary source readings are assigned in addition to the text requirement. Skills such as the interpretation of maps and charts, the preparation of oral and written reports, technology projects, and essay writing will be emphasized.

213 WORLD CULTURES GRADE: 9 PHASE: 3 MODS: 9Course Description (see above for Phase 2). In addition to mastering the course material, students will be required to read historical works and prepare additional projects.

214 WORLD CULTURES GRADE: 9 PHASE: 4 MODS: 9Course description (see above for Phase 3). In addition to mastering the course material, students will be required to read historical novels. More comprehensive testing is part of the course.

215 WORLD CULTURES GRADE: 9 PHASE: 5 MODS: 9Course Description (see above for Phase 4). In addition, students are required to do considerable supplementary reading and independent research. Students must be capable of independent learning, possess above average communication skills, and have the desire for in-depth learning.


WORLD CULTURES INTERDISCIPLINARY COMPONENTIn addition to the historical curriculum, all of the World Cultures sections have an interdisciplinary component. The units in this class will be enriched by material taken from areas not traditionally included in a history class. Students will read primary source literature of the cultures we study. They will also study some of the mathematical, scientific, and artistic accomplishments of these cultures. This part of the class both enriches the curriculum and it provides students with an introduction to interdisciplinary study. This introduction is the first part of Notre Dame’s Humanities Program, which continues as a three year program of interdisciplinary core courses. A student can choose to join this program after her freshman year if it turns out she is intrigued and helped by the interdisciplinary study she experiences in World Cultures.

U.S. HISTORYGENERAL All courses are based on a two-year American History/U.S. Government Program. U.S. History I will be taught during the sophomore year and U.S. History II is taught during the junior year.

Sophomores will start the year with the colonization of the American continent. The first semester covers independence, revolution and the creation of a constitutional government. The second semester focuses on the growth of American sectionalism, the Civil War, and the Gilded Age. Juniors will begin with the Progressives and continue to the present with special focus on current issues.

222 U.S. HISTORY I & GOVERNMENT GRADE: 10 PHASE: 2 MODS: 9The emphasis in this Phase 2 course is on developing better reading, writing, research, and map-reading skills to ensure that students are at full college preparatory level. (This phase ends with the completion of this course when students are expected to be fully prepared for Phase 3 or higher.)

223 U.S. HISTORY I & GOVERNMENT GRADE: 10 PHASE: 3 MODS: 9(See course description under “General.”) The student is expected to master the contents of the text, to further develop reading, writing, oral and social studies skills.

224 U.S. HISTORY I & GOVERNMENT GRADE: 10 PHASE: 4 MODS: 9See description for Phase 3, above. In addition to mastering the text material, students are expected to do supplementary reading and share the results both in writing and orally with the class. There will be a specific quarterly written project or report.

225 U.S. HISTORY I & GOVERNMENT GRADE: 10 PHASE: 5 MODS: 9It is expected that students selecting this course are committed to continue in the A.P. U.S. History II/American Literature Parallel course or AP USII in their junior year; therefore, they should also elect to be in Phase 5 English this year (if planning on taking Parallel in the junior year). Students will meet objectives for Phase 4, in both history and government. In addition, students are required to do considerable supplementary reading and independent research. Students must be capable of independent learning, possess above average communication skills, and have the desire for in-depth learning. Written essays, oral reports, book reports and informed class discussions are expected. NOTE: COURSE 226 AND 227 CAN BE FOUND IN THE HUMANITIES SECTION.

233 U.S. HISTORY II & GOVERNMENT GRADE: 11 PHASE: 3 MODS: 8A continuation of U.S. History I, the student is expected to master text material, complete additional reading assignments, further develop skills in the reading and interpretation of maps and charts, and to prepare written and oral reports using research with primary and secondary material. This course will be taught with an emphasis on clear connections between literature, history, economics and cultural movements. Current events will be emphasized.


234 U.S. HISTORY II & GOVERNMENT GRADE: 11 PHASE: 4 MODS: 9See description for Phase 3 above. This course combines an historical and literary approach to the study of late 19th and 20th century America with additional emphasis on research, writing and oral presentations.

235 A.P. U.S. HISTORY II/AMERICAN LITERATURE PARALLEL GRADE: 11 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10This course is team-taught by the History/English Departments and will cover 19th-century literature but will concentrate on 20th-century authors such as Fitzgerald, Dreiser, O’Neill, Miller, Hemingway and Eliot. Students are expected to do outside reading, take part in class discussions and write reports requiring independent research. As the Advanced Placement course in U.S. History, it will include an in-depth study of Reconstruction to the present, a review of colonization through 1865, and a study of government. Students will take the U.S. History Advanced Placement exam in May. Students must also sign up for English 135. Prerequisites: rising juniors with an average of 85% or better in phase 5 social studies, or 90% or better in phase 4 social studies, in addition to current teacher recommendation. Prerequisites: rising juniors with an average of 85% or better in phase 5 social studies, or 90% or better in phase 4 social studies, in addition to current teacher recommendation. Advanced Placement Test fee: $95 NOTE: COURSE 236 AND 237 CAN BE FOUND IN THE HUMANITIES SECTION.

238 A.P. U.S. HISTORY II GRADE: 11 PHASE: 5 MODS: 9As the Advanced Placement course in U.S. History, it will include an in-depth study of Reconstruction to the present, a review of colonization through 1865, and a study of government. Students will take the Advanced Placement history exam in May. Prerequisites: rising juniors with an average of 85% or better in phase 5 social studies, or 90% or better in phase 4 social studies, in addition to current teacher recommendation. Advanced Placement Test fee: $95

241 CIVIL LIBERTIES/WOMEN’S STUDIES GRADE: 12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8Civil Liberties: This course will examine the Bill of Rights and research various challenges to these amendments today and throughout modern history. This course will analyze various Supreme Court cases in order to understand Court decisions to either uphold or change the interpretation of these amendments. Students will write summaries of the cases researched and keep a journal in which they will record the impact of these rights on their own lives. Women’s Studies: The second semester of this course provides for an interdisciplinary approach to the study of women and contemporary issues. It will probe the specific questions addressing the role of women today in matters of moral and societal decision-making, health concerns and business issues, and their unique voice as artists and musicians. Course requirements will include a daily journal and a final paper.

243 CONTEMPORARY WORLD ISSUES GRADE: 12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8This senior elective will focus on learning about and discussing world events and activities of the later 20th century and today. The course is organized by dividing the world into seven geographic regions. Using group discussion, readings, and other resources the class will investigate nations of the world “In the News” or of interest to the class. A current news journal is required reading. Concepts of life style are discussed for each nation. The course goal is to provide a greater global awareness for today and the future. Contemporary World Issues is a fantastic course for students who want to know more about world issues and desire guidance in understanding these events.

246 BASED ON A TRUE STORY (B.O.A.T.S) HISTORICAL RESEARCH GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8Historical Research is designed to investigate the creation of historical fiction. The student and teacher will explore the way that historical facts become the novels and movies we love today. The class will first focus on how history is recorded and then on how it is applied to historical fiction. The topics that the class studies will be decided upon by the students. It will start with a focus on history and how our notions of the past are created, and then move to a study of historical fiction. We will investigate both movies and novels in an attempt to see how popular culture is shaped by and shapes our notion of history.


247 A.P. U.S. GOVERNMENT & POLITICS GRADES: 10-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 8This course will give students an analytical perspective on government and politics in the U.S. This course includes both the study of general concepts used to interpret U.S. politics and the analysis of specific examples. It also requires familiarity with the various institutions, groups, beliefs, and ideas that constitute U.S. politics. Prerequisites: rising juniors and seniors with an average of 85% or better in phase 5, 90% or better in phase 4. Rising sophomores with an average of 93% or better in phases 4 or 5. Additionally, current teacher recommendation is needed. Prerequisites: rising juniors with an average of 85% or better in phase 5 social studies, or 90% or better in phase 4 social studies, in addition to current teacher recommendation. Advanced Placement Test fee: $95

254 APPLIED ECONOMICS GRADE: 12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8 This economics course introduces micro-macro concepts in a practical, business-like approach. Topics discussed are basic supply and demand, economic systems, business organization, the stock market, government taxing and spending, and the Federal Reserve. The course includes practical applications of these concepts through a student-run company often with advice from consultants in the business world.

255 AP MICRO ECONOMICS: PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 9Course content includes basic economic concepts, the nature and functions of product markets and factor markets, and the study of the efficiency, equity and the role of government in the economy. Included in the course content is discussion on topics such as: macroeconomics, measurement of economic performance, national income and price determination, and international economics and growth. Students take the Advanced Placement exam at the end of the course for college credit. Advanced Prerequisites: Rising juniors and seniors (phase 4 and 5) with an average of 90% or better. Current teacher recommendation needed for all students. Prerequisites: rising juniors with an average of 85% or better in phase 5 social studies, or 90% or better in phase 4 social studies, in addition to current teacher recommendation. Prerequisites: Rising juniors and seniors (phase 4 and 5) with an average of 90% or better. Current teacher recommendation needed for all students. Prerequisites: rising juniors with an average of 85% or better in phase 5 social studies, or 90% or better in phase 4 social studies, in addition to current teacher recommendation. Advanced Placement Test fee: $95

258 AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY GRADES: 10-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 9The AP Human Geography course is equivalent to an introductory college-level course in human geography. The course introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of the Earth’s surface. Students employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine socioeconomic organization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their research and applications. The curriculum reflects the goals of the National Geography Standards. Prerequisites: Rising juniors or seniors with an average of 85% or better in phase 5, or 90% in phase 4. Rising sophomores, (phase 4 and 5) with an average of 93% or better. Current teacher recommendation required. Advanced Placement Test fee: $95

COMPUTER AND ENGINEERING (S.T.E.A.M.)

2380 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY GRADE: 9 UNPHASED MODS: 2This required course for freshmen is a follow-up to Laptop Camp and coordinates instruction with technology projects for freshman core classes. First semester topics include how computers and networks work, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and an information literacy component addressing ethical use of written, visual and audible works, copyright infringement and plagiarism. Several online modules have been built into the curriculum in order to expose students to blended teaching environments common in universities. In second semester, students will further develop their skills in digital photography, digital media video creation, visual communications with website design and also will be introduced to Java code-writing and the logic of computer programming.


2381 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER PROGRAMMING GRADES: 12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 5This hybrid-online course, run in partnership with Towson University (www.towson.edu/splash) and specifically developed for high school girls, will be taught by Dr. Blair Taylor, a professor in TU’s Department of Computer and Information Sciences. Upon successful completion, students will receive 4 college credits for this course from Towson University, as well as fulfill one elective requirement for NDP. A parallel enrollment form and a dual credit contract will need to be completed by parents and students. Students will be accepted based on PSAT scores, GPA and teacher approval.

This is an introductory college-level course in structured programming logic. Students will learn to analyze problems; define data using simple data types and arrays; and create algorithmic solutions using basic control structures (sequence, selections, & loops) and functions. Students will also compile, execute, and run simple programs (in C++) and understand the importance of secure programming.

This course will include videotaped sessions, online notes, and assignments, proctored exams, and monthly on-site meetings with the students. Additionally, Dr. Taylor will be using security injection modules from the Security Injections @ Towson project to ensure that students are introduced to important secure coding concepts.Students will be allotted 5 mods per week for independent study and online class time and will be required to meet with an NDP mentor for 2 mods per week.

COURSE REGISTRATION FEE: $350; Students will receive 4 College Credits for successful completion. The actual cost of this 4 credit course is over $1300 for in-state students; most of the cost is covered by a grant from Intel Corporation. For further information, please contact Ms. Nicole Acaso, at [email protected] or 410-825-6202 Ext. 1107.

2382 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SCIENCE GRADES: 10-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 9Major areas of study, or big ideas, are Creativity, Abstraction, Data and Information, Algorithms, Programming, The Internet, and Global Impact. Students will use computational tools to analyze and study data, and work with large data sets to analyze, visualize, and draw conclusions from trends. The teacher will select the most appropriate programming language for the class. For 2017-2018, this course will be offered to 10th, 11th, and 12th graders. Students should have completed Algebra I and have a foundation on basic linear functions and composition of functions, as well as problem solving strategies that require multiple approaches and collaborative efforts

ENGINEERING (STEAM)

2390 INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING GRADE: 10 PHASE: 4 MODS: 9This hands-on elective course for sophomores will expose students to the field of engineering and allow them to experience what engineers really do on a daily basis. Group and individual activities will engage students in creating ideas, developing innovations, and engineering practical solutions to given problems in classroom and laboratory settings. Technology content, resources, and activities will apply science, mathematics, and other core subjects in authentic engineering situations. Students will learn what education paths they may take for various engineering fields and careers, such as Chemical, Civil, Bio-Medical and Aerospace. Partnerships with engineering corporations will offer real-life opportunities for our students, including the possibility of summer internships.

2391 DESIGN/BUILD ENGINEERING GRADE: 10-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 9No prerequisites: Completion of Introduction to Engineering not required.

This project-based elective presents students with opportunities to plan, design, build, test, and evaluate practical solutions to problems. The hands-on approach to this elective allows students to use their creativity to develop designs and complete the process by actually building their designs. Students will use math, science, technology, engineering analysis, and common sense to solve real problems.


MATHEMATICS

312 ALGEBRA I GRADE: 9 PHASE: 2 MODS: 10The student will study the basic structure of algebra and the real number system. The course will highlight essential algebraic skills and ideas to understand the structure of algebra. The student will apply algebraic skills to solve and graph equations as well as solving word problems. Laptop computers provide students experience with interactive applications of various concepts. Graphing calculators (TI-84+ preferred) are required for classroom and home use.

313 ALGEBRA I GRADE: 9 PHASE: 3 MODS: 10The student will study the structure of algebra which investigates the properties of the real numbers and recognizes the techniques of algebra as reflections of the structure. The student develops facility in applying algebraic concepts and skills in solving and graphing equations and solving word problems. Laptop computers provide students experience with interactive applications of various concepts. Graphing calculators (TI-84+ preferred) are required for classroom and home use.

314 ALGEBRA I GRADE: 9 PHASE: 4 MODS: 10The student will study the structure of algebra and investigate, in greater depth, the properties of the real number system and the use of these properties. The student develops facility in applying algebraic concepts and skills in solving and graphing equations and solving a wide variety of word problems. If time allows, irrational numbers are studied. Laptop computers provide students experience with interactive applications of various concepts. Graphing calculators (TI-84+ preferred) are required for classroom and home use.

316 ALGEBRA II GRADE: 9-10 PHASE: 3 MODS: 10After reviewing the basic properties of algebraic expressions and emphasizing arithmetic skills, the student will solve and graph linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, study their applications, and learn operations with matrices, rational expressions and equations and irrational and complex numbers, as well as concepts of sets and probability. Graphing calculators (TI-84+ preferred) are required for classroom and home use to develop a better understanding of the relationships between equations and graphs. Laptop computers provide students experience with interactive applications of various concepts. Prerequisite: Successful performance on the HSPT and Algebra I placement test, 85% or better average in Geometry phase 3, approval of department.

317 ALGEBRA II GRADE: 9-10 PHASE: 4 MODS: 10Following a review of basic properties of algebraic expressions, the student will study linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, their graphs and applications, matrices, rational expressions and equations, and operations with irrational and complex numbers, as well as concepts of sets and probability. Graphing calculators (TI-84+ preferred) are required for classroom and home use to develop both an algebraic and geometric understanding of the relationships between equations and graphs. Laptop computers provide students experience with interactive applications of various concepts. Prerequisite: High performance on the HSPT and Algebra I placement test, 85% or better average in Geometry phase 4, approval of department.

318 ALGEBRA II GRADE: 9-10 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10 The course quickly reviews the concepts and skills of Algebra I with an appreciation of the need for precision of language. Graphing techniques, as they apply to linear, quadratic, and absolute value functions, are studied. The graphing calculator (TI-84+ preferred) is used to enhance the understanding of transformation patterns common to these functions. There is a heavy emphasis on application and modeling. Skill in operations and properties of matrices and rational, irrational and complex numbers is developed. Laptop computers provide students experience with interactive applications of various concepts. Prerequisite: High performance on the HSPT and Algebra I placement test, 85% or better average in Geometry phase 5, approval of department.


322 GEOMETRY GRADE: 9-10 PHASE: 2 MODS: 10This course provides the student with an understanding of the concepts and relationships needed to understand the postulates of Euclidean geometry. The emphasis is on the applications of geometric principles, such as congruence, parallelism, similarity and area. Simple geometric proofs are studied and written. Some algebra skills, such as solving linear equations and coordinate geometry, are applied to geometry problems. While two-dimensional geometry is the main focus of the course, there is some discussion of three-dimensional geometry. Computer software is used to help students discover many of the theorems and postulates. Prerequisite: Completion of the HSPT and Algebra I placement test. Approval of the mathematics department.

323 GEOMETRY GRADE: 9-10 PHASE: 3 MODS: 10The course provides the student with an understanding of the concepts and relationships needed to understand the postulates of Euclidean geometry. The emphasis is on the applications of geometric principles such as congruence, parallelism, similarity and area, using algebra skills and mathematical proofs. While two-dimensional geometry is the primary focus of the course, there is some discussion of three-dimensional geometry. Computer software is used to help students discover many of the theorems and postulates. Prerequisite: Completion of the HSPT and Algebra I placement test. Approval of the mathematics department.

324 GEOMETRY GRADES: 9-10 PHASE: 4 MODS: 10This course provides the student with an understanding of the concepts and relationships needed to understand the postulates of Euclidean geometry. The emphasis is on the applications of geometric principles such as congruence, parallelism, similarity and area, using algebra skills and mathematical proofs. While two-dimensional geometry is the main focus of the course, three-dimensional geometry is also investigated. Computer software is used to help students discover many of the theorems and postulates. Prerequisite: High performance on the HSPT and Algebra I placement test and approval of the mathematics department.

325 GEOMETRY GRADES: 9-10 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10This course provides the student with an understanding of the concepts and relationships needed to understand the postulates of Euclidean geometry. The emphasis is on the applications of geometric principles such as congruence, parallelism, similarity and area, using algebra skills and mathematical proofs. While two-dimensional geometry is the main focus of the course, three-dimensional geometry is also investigated. Computer software is used to help students discover many of the theorems and postulates. Prerequisite: Exceptional performance on the HSPT and Algebra I placement test and approval of the mathematics department.

332 ALGEBRA II GRADE: 11 PHASE: 2 MODS: 10Following a review of the basic properties of simple algebraic expressions, the student will reinforce her knowledge concerning the operations and factoring of polynomials and rational algebraic expressions. These operations are extended to the real number system and are applied to solving and graphing linear and quadratic equations. Students will also explore the imaginary number system, use of matrices, concepts of sets, and probability. Graphing calculators (TI-84+ preferred) are required for classroom and home use to develop a better understanding of the relationships between equations and graphs. Laptop computers provide students experience with interactive applications of various concepts. Prerequisite: Department approval.

333 ALGEBRA II GRADE: 11 PHASE: 3 MODS: 10After reviewing the basic properties of algebraic expressions, the student will solve and graph linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, study their applications, and learn operations with matrices, rational expressions and equations, and irrational and complex numbers. Students will also explore concepts of sets, and probability. Graphing calculators (TI -83+/TI-84+ preferred) are required for classroom and home use to develop a better understanding of the relationships between equations and graphs. Laptop computers provide students experience with interactive applications of various concepts. Prerequisite 85% in Algebra I, phase 3, or the equivalent, and Algebra I teacher approval.


334 ALGEBRA II GRADES: 10-11 PHASE: 4 MODS: 10Following review of the basic properties of algebraic expressions, the student will study linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, their graphs and applications, rational expressions, and operations with matrices, irrational and complex numbers. Students will also explore concepts of sets, and probability. Graphing calculators (TI-84+ preferred) are required for classroom and home use to develop both an algebraic and geometric understanding of the relationships between equations and graphs. Laptop computers provide students experience with interactive applications of various concepts. Prerequisite: For juniors, 85% in Algebra I, phase 4, or equivalent. For sophomore elective, 90% in Algebra I, phase 4.

341 PRE-CALCULUS/TRIGONOMETRY GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 3 MODS: 10The student strengthens and extends previously learned math concepts through the study of advanced algebra topics. In the first semester, the course includes linear functions, maximum/minimum problems, polynomial functions and inverses, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions. The second semester is devoted to the graphing, solution and application of trigonometric functions and their inverses. Graphing calculators (TI-84+ preferred) and computer technology are used to study and apply these concepts to science and the real world. This course must be taken before Pre-Calculus Pt II/ Analytic Geometry. Laptop computers provide students experience with interactive applications of various concepts. Prerequisite: 80% in Algebra II, phase 3, or equivalent, and teacher approval.

342 PRE-CALCULUS/ANALYTIC GEOMETRY GRADE: 12 PHASE: 3 MODS: 10Course topics will include sequences and series, systems of equations and inequalities, matrices and determinants, types of variations, mathematical induction, and conic sections. Graphing calculators (TI-84+ preferred) are used to enhance student understanding. The emphasis is on the application of the topics to practical situations. Laptop computers provide students experience with interactive applications of various concepts. Prerequisite: 80% in Pre-Calculus Pt. I/ Trigonometry, and teacher approval.

345 STATISTICS GRADE: 10-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 10This course introduces the main concepts and techniques of collecting, displaying, analyzing and reaching conclusions from data. Students will observe patterns and departures from patterns in data, make decisions about what and how to measure in a study, use probability and simulation to produce mathematical models, and make inferences from those models. Computers and graphing calculators (TI-83+/TI-84+ required) will be integrated throughout the course. Prerequisite: 85% in Algebra II, phase 4, or equivalent, and department approval.

346 AP STATISTICS GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10This course introduces the main concepts and techniques of collecting, displaying, analyzing and reaching conclusions from data. Students will observe patterns and departures from patterns in data, make decisions about what and how to measure in a study, use probability and simulation to produce mathematical models, and make inferences from those models in preparation for the AP Statistics exam. Computers and graphing calculators (TI-84+ required) will be integrated throughout the course. Prerequisite: Presently enrolled in: Calculus Pre-Calculus Phase 4 90% 95% Phase 5 85% 85% and AP Statistics teacher approval. Advanced Placement Test fee: $95.


353 INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS AND MATH MODELING GRADE: 12 PHASE: 3 MODS: 10In this course, the student will investigate various applications of mathematics. In the first semester, the student will study statistics, including collecting statistical data, graphing and summarizing data, calculating probability and investigating normal distributions. Topics in the second semester may include some or all of the following: financial mathematics, the mathematics of voting and apportionment, and the mathematics of circuits and networks. Graphing calculators (TI-84+ preferred) are used to enhance student understanding. The emphasis is on the application of the topics to practical situations. Laptop computers provide students experience with interactive applications of various concepts. Prerequisite: 75% in previous math courses and teacher approval.

355 DISCRETE MATHEMATICS WITH APPLICATIONS AND CONNECTIONS GRADE: 11-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 10This course is comprised of several disconnected topics in mathematics. Course topics will include set theory, sequences and series, complex numbers, Euler circuits and graph theory, linear programing, data collection and modeling as well as calculator coding. Graphing calculators (TI 84+ preferred) are used to enhance student understanding. The emphasis is on the application of the topics to practical situations. Prerequisite: 85% in Algebra II, phase 4, or equivalent, and department approval.

364 PRE-CALCULUS GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 10The course includes a study of the algebra of functions. Polynomial, rational and algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, and, trigonometric functions as well as conic sections are studied, applied and graphed. Problems are solved using numerical, algebraic and graphing approaches. Graphing calculators (TI-84+ preferred) are integrated throughout the course as an aid in interpreting and predicting results and as a tool to supplement and support algebraic findings. Data analysis techniques are used to determine regression equations, appropriate for the situation. Laptop computers provide students experience with interactive applications of various concepts. Prerequisite: 85% in phase 4 of previous math courses, including Algebra II, and teacher approval.

365 PRE-CALCULUS GRADES: 10-11 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10This course includes a detailed study of graphing both in Cartesian and polar planes. The graphs of polynomials, rational and algebraic functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, and conic sections and their applications are emphasized. Also included is work with vectors, sequences, and series as time allows. Graphing calculators (TI-84+ preferred) are required for classroom and home use to develop a better understanding of the relationships between equations and graphs, to support algebraic findings and to facilitate computational work. Laptop computers provide students experience with interactive applications of various concepts. Prerequisites: a minimum of 85% in Algebra II, phase 5, and Geometry, phase 5, and department approval.

374 CALCULUS I GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 10The student studies the definitions, methods and applications of limits, derivatives, differentiability, continuity, integration, transcendental functions and differential equations. Applications include rate problems, extrema problems, and exponential growth problems, as well as area and volume. Graphing calculators (TI-84+ preferred) are required for classroom and home use to develop a better understanding of the relationships between equations and graphs. Laptop computers provide students experience with interactive applications of various concepts. Prerequisites: 85% in Pre-Calculus, phase 4, or equivalent and department approval.

375 AP CALCULUS I GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 11The student studies the definitions, methods and applications of limits, derivatives, differentiability, continuity, integration, transcendental functions and differential equations in depth in preparation for the AP Calculus AB exam. Applications include rate problems, extrema problems, and exponential growth problems, as well as area and volume. The student must be able to solve problems both without any calculator and with a graphing calculator (TI-84+ preferred). Laptop computers provide students experience with interactive applications of various concepts. Prerequisite: 85% in Pre-Calculus, phase 5, or 95% in Pre-Calculus, phase 4, and AP Calculus teacher approval. Advanced Placement Test fee: $95


376 AP CALCULUS II GRADE: 12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10In this course, the student who has completed Calculus phase 4 or AP Calculus in her junior year continues her study in preparation for the AP Calculus BC exam. Topics include: advanced integration techniques, improper integrals, differential equations, infinite series, parametric equations, polar coordinates, and vectors. The student must be able to exhibit competence in solving problems both without any calculator and with a graphing calculator (TI-84+ preferred). Laptop computers provide students experience with interactive applications of various concepts. Prerequisite: 85% in AP Calculus I, or 90% in Calculus I, phase 4, and AP Calculus teacher approval. Advanced Placement Test fee: $95

SCIENCE NOTE: In all science courses, prerequisites should be considered guidelines. Each student is accepted into the course and phased with departmental approval.

416 BIOLOGY GRADE: 9 PHASE: 3 MODS: 11Biology-3 is a topical approach to biology using laboratory inquiry, text reading, discussion and project work. An in-depth study of the cell, genetics, ecology, evolution and taxonomy are pursued. The lab work involves microscopy, biochemical analysis, and display and analysis of lab data.

417 BIOLOGY GRADE: 9 PHASE: 4 MODS: 11Biology-4 is a topical approach with strong emphasis on evaluation and application of information. Lab work is inquiry-based aimed at developing ability in the formulation and evaluation of hypotheses. Interpretation of data is emphasized. A high level of reading comprehension is a necessity.

418 BIOLOGY GRADE: 9 PHASE: 5 MODS: 11Biology-5 is an accelerated course concentrating on the “unity of life,” that is, what all living things have in common. Independent and critical thinking is stressed throughout the course. Lab work is inquiry based aimed at developing ability in the formulation and evaluation of hypotheses. This course is designed to prepare students for upper level phase 5 science courses such as Advanced Placement Biology.

426 CHEMISTRY GRADE: 10 PHASE: 3 MODS: 11This course provides students with a broad background of general chemistry which prepares them for college. Topics include: atomic structure and chemical bonding, chemical quantities, and phases of matter. The students perform laboratory exercises which illustrate the above concepts. This course seeks also to develop two-step chemistry problem solving, retrieving information from long-term memory, comparing and contrasting chemical behavior, identifying relationships and patterns in chemical systems.

427 CHEMISTRY GRADE: 10 PHASE: 4 MODS: 11This course is designed for students who are science-oriented and highly motivated. It covers all topics covered in the Phase 3 course but in greater depth and detail. It also develops four-step chemistry problem solving and critical thinking skills, the ability to predict chemical behavior, and the ability to generalize chemistry knowledge as it applies to our world. Students are also assigned additional papers and/or projects on chemistry topics. Phase 4 math must be taken concurrently with chemistry 4. Prerequisites: Bio phase 3 90 Bio phase 4 85 Math phase 3 95 Math phase 4 85


428 CHEMISTRY GRADE: 10 PHASE: 5 MODS: 11This course is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a science-related major in college. Topics covered in addition to those in the Phase 4 course are acid-base chemistry, electrochemistry, kinetics, and chemical equilibrium. This course seeks to develop multi-step chemistry problem-solving and independence in learning. Students are assigned independent work and are introduced to inquiry-based learning in the lab component of the course.Prerequisites: Bio phase 4 90 Bio phase 5 85 Algebra II* phase 4 90 Algebra II* phase 5 85 (*Must be completed or taken concurrently)

443 HUMAN ANATOMY/PHYSIOLOGY GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 3 MODS: 11The structure and function of the human body is examined in depth through the use of text and laboratory. Systems included are: skin, muscular, nervous, endocrine, skeletal, digestive, respiratory, circulatory, excretory, and reproductive. These systems are covered at a fast pace, and a high level of reading comprehension is a necessity. Dissections will be required of each student. Prerequisites: Biology phase 3 80 Chemistry phase 3 75

444 HUMAN ANATOMY/PHYSIOLOGY GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 11This course includes all the topics listed in phase 3 Anatomy. However, a more in-depth understanding is expected as well as supplemental research outside the text. Dissections and an independent project relating to health and medicine will be required of each student. Prerequisites: Biology phase 4 85 Biology phase 3 90 Chemistry phase 5 75 Chemistry phase 4 80 Chemistry phase 3 85

445 HUMAN ANATOMY/PHYSIOLOGY GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 11This course is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a science related major in college and who anticipate taking AP Biology in the 12th grade. Topics covered are the same as phase 4, however, additional topics will be covered. A more in-depth understanding is expected as well as supplemental research outside the text. An independent project/paper relating to health and medicine will be required of each student. Dissection will be required of each student.Prerequisites: Biology phase 5 85 Biology phase 4 90 Chemistry phase 5 85 Chemistry phase 4 90

453 PHYSICS GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 3 MODS: 11This course gives the student an understanding of the basic principles of physics. This Phase 3 course covers a subset of topics such as: motion, forces, energy, thermodynamics, waves, sound, light, electricity, magnetism, nuclear and modern physics. Many of these topics are investigated in the laboratory. Solution of problems demands a good understanding of algebra, but trigonometry is not necessary. Prerequisites: Algebra II phase 4 80 or 75 with concurrent Pre-Cal Algebra II phase 3 90 or 80 with concurrent Pre-Cal Chemistry phase 4 75 Chemistry phase 3 85

454 PHYSICS GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 11This course covers a subset of topics such as: motion, forces, energy, thermodynamics, waves, sound, light, electricity, magnetism, nuclear and modern physics. However, a more rigorous mathematical approach is taken (as compared to Phase 3) and the student should not only have a good understanding of algebra, but basic trigonometry is also needed. Regular laboratory investigations are part of each major unit.Prerequisites: Completion of Algebra I and Algebra II Algebra II phase 4 85, or Pre-Cal Phase 4 85 Algebra II phase 3: 95, or Pre-Cal Phase 3 90 Chemistry phase 5 80 Chemistry phase 4 85 Chemistry phase 3 95


460 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 11This course is designed to involve students in current issues concerning the environment. The basics of ecological systems will lead to studies of energy, natural resources, climate changes, pollution, habitat destruction, population pressures and economic influences on environmental decision making. The format will include lecture, lab, research and group assignments and presentations. This class is open to all phases.

463 FORENSIC SCIENCE GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 11In this elective course, students act as crime scene investigators and forensic scientists to evaluate evidence and solve crimes. Students learn the methodology required to process a crime scene and the proper lab techniques needed to analyze evidence. Topics explored include: forensic science and the law, crime scene preservation and documentation, evidence collection, fingerprint analysis, hair and fiber analysis, forensic toxicology, trace evidence, ballistics, forensic serology, blood spatter analysis, DNA fingerprinting, and forensic anthropology. Activities include: crime scene evaluation, laboratory work, research projects, presentations, and examinations.Prerequisites: Biology phase 5 80 Biology phase 4 85 Biology phase 3 85 Chemistry phase 5 80 Chemistry phase 4 85 Chemistry phase 3 85

464 BIOTECHNOLOGY GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 11This course introduces students to the principles and lab techniques involved in biotechnology while also investigating new biotech developments and the related ethical debates surrounding these developments. Interspersed throughout the course are opportunities to consider current advances in the science of biotechnology as well as state-of-the-art applications of biotechnology principles in biological, biochemical, and biomedical engineering. Students cover topics such as: electrophoresis and DNA; protein function, structure, and production; spectrophotometry; genetics and genomics; recombinant DNA; cloning; pharmaceuticals; the development of biotechnology products. The format will include lecture, lab work, research, group assignments and presentations, and in-class discussions. This class is open to all phases.

465 ADVANCED PLACEMENT BIOLOGY GRADE: 12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 11The Advanced Placement program is designed to encourage students of superior ability to undertake a college-level course providing opportunities for advanced work in biology. Satisfactory completion of the course may provide eligibility for advanced placement in the first year of college. Activities include: reading, discussion, laboratory work, simulations and examinations. AP exam is required for credit in this course. *AP Biology teacher must formally accept students by signing course selection sheet. Advanced Placement Test fee: $95Prerequisites: Biology phase 5 88 Biology phase 4 90 Biology phase 3* 92 Chemistry phase 5 88 Chemistry phase 4 92 Other Science phase 5 88 Other Science phase 4 92 (*Students in Biology phase 3 may be considered for AP Biology if they transition to higher science phases for their sophomore and junior years.)

466 ADVANCED PLACEMENT CHEMISTRY GRADE: 11-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 11This course is designed to be equivalent to the general chemistry course taken during the first year of college. Topics covered in this college-level course include atomic structure and bonding, kinetic theory of gases, electrochemistry, chemical equilibrium, acid-base chemistry, chemical kinetics and the basic concepts of thermodynamics. An integral part of this course is the laboratory component, including guided inquiry-based laboratory experiments. The AP exam is required for credit in this course. *AP Chemistry Teacher must formally accept students by signing course selection sheet. Advanced Placement Test fee: $95Prerequisites: Chemistry phase 5 90 Pre Cal 5 90 Chemistry phase 4 95 and/or teacher approval Pre Cal 4 90


468 ADVANCED PLACEMENT ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 11This course is intended 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 man-made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them. The course will involve field and laboratory studies, experimental design and data analysis. The AP exam is required for credit in this course. *AP Environmental Science teacher must formally accept students by signing course selection sheet. Advanced Placement Test fee: $95Prerequisites: Biology phase 5 88 Chemistry phase 5 88 Biology phase 4 90 Chemistry phase 4 90

471 ADVANCED PLACEMENT PHYSICS 1 GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 11This course is equivalent to the first-semester algebra-based college physics course required of students in biology, pre-medicine, architecture, technology and other fields, but is designed to be taught over a full academic year. Having a full year enables students to develop deep understanding of the content and focus on applying that knowledge through inquiry-based labs. The course covers Newtonian mechanics (including rotational dynamics and angular momentum); work, energy and power; mechanical waves; and sound. It also introduces electric circuits. A rigorous mathematical approach is taken, and students are expected to have strong skills in algebra and trigonometry, and a little geometry. Students are routinely asked to solve problems dissimilar to their prior experience while applying a common constellation of basic knowledge. In the laboratory, students are challenged to design their own experiments, and to improve lab skills learned in previous years.Prerequisites: Pre-Calculus phase 5 90 Calculus Phase 4 90* AP AB 85* AP BC 85* Chemistry Phase 4 90 Phase 5 85*May be taken concurrently

472 ADVANCED PLACEMENT PHYSICS 2 GRADE: 12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 11This course is equivalent to the second-semester algebra-based college physics course required of students in biology, pre-medicine, architecture, technology and other fields, but is designed to be taught over a full academic year. Having a full year enables students to develop deep understanding of the content and focus on applying that knowledge through inquiry-based labs. The course covers fluid mechanics; thermodynamics; electricity and magnetism; optics; and atomic and nuclear physics. Mathematical skills are regularly exercised up to but not including the level of introductory calculus. Students are routinely asked to solve problems dissimilar to their prior experience while applying a common constellation of basic knowledge. In the laboratory, students are challenged to design their own experiments, and to improve lab skills learned in previous years.Prerequisites: Physics phase 5 85 OR Physics phase 4 90 Pre-Cal phase 5 85 OR Pre-Cal phase 4 90

LANGUAGE

501 CHINESE I GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10Chinese I offers an introduction to Chinese language and culture. Students learn basic verbal communication in Mandarin Chinese, the official language of China. Spoken language is supplemented with an introduction to Kanji, the Chinese written character system. Classroom communication will be facilitated with computer software which will allow students to produce the Chinese characters. Chinese art will be introduced to students. This course is designed for a student with a high aptitude in language learning. NDP’s grade 8 students may enroll in Chinese I upon approval of the Middle Level Director and the Language Chair. A personal laptop with Windows operating system is required.


502 CHINESE II GRADES: 10-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10This course offers a continued development of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills with further study of the Chinese culture and customs. Emphasis will be on oral communication and character recognition. Students will move from writing less in pinyin (writing Chinese using the Latin alphabet) to writing more with Chinese characters. Proficiency in recognition, and speed in typing characters will also increase. Students will learn more about Chinese art, comparing and contrasting it with Western art.

503 CHINESE III GRADES: 10-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10The course further develops the four communication skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing through the exploration of a variety of topics. Proficiency levels improve through the use of classroom discussions, selected readings, and paragraph writing. Skill levels improve with greater comprehension of Chinese and with the recognition of Chinese characters without Pinyin. Learning about the Chinese culture continues through use of art, short stories, poems, lyrics, idioms, and sayings in the target language, and it is integrated with the discussion topics. Chinese is used almost exclusively in the classroom. Students will participate in an art project which includes a field trip experience.

504 CHINESE IV GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10This course is designed to further the student’s four skill development in the Mandarin language. Emphasis will be placed on using the practical usage of the language. Course activities require students to expand the Mandarin they have learned in the previous three years, and to improve their proficiency. Students will participate in projects that will explore traditions, customs, and other aspects of the Chinese culture; and they will compare this with their experience of Western cultures. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Chinese III.

510 AP CHINESE LANGUAGE AND CULTURE GRADE: 12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10This course is designed for the student who would like the challenge of advanced work and for those who might choose to take the AP test for college credit. Previously mastered skills are employed in this study of Chinese which interweaves language and culture. Advanced Placement Test fee: $95.00 Prerequisites: successful completion of Chinese IV

513 FRENCH I GRADES: 9-10 PHASE: 3 MODS: 10Introduction to the French language through exploration of culture, vocabulary and grammar structures in order to develop an emphasis on the four skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. Supplementary quarterly projects.

514 FRENCH I GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 10Introduction to the French language through exploration of culture, vocabulary and grammar structures in order to develop an emphasis on the four skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. Supplementary quarterly projects. Emphasis is on listening and speaking, using dialogues and pattern practice; reading and writing of materials that have been mastered orally. More rapid progression within text stressing creative use of language skills through quarterly projects.

515 FRENCH I GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10Introduction to the French language through exploration of culture, vocabulary and grammar structures in order to develop an emphasis on the four skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. This course is designed to present an introduction to the French language at a rapid pace. This class is structured for students who are highly motivated and have an aptitude for second language. Supplementary quarterly projects.

523 FRENCH II GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 3 MODS: 10The second-year course works to expand the proficiency in the four language skills which was attained in the first level. Students begin with a review of basic elements and then proceed to more complex oral and written structures. Weekly lab sessions and oral and written practice at home required. In addition, supplementary quarterly projects are required in which the student learns the rudiments of writing a research paper in French. Students will read Le Comte de Monte Cristo.


524 FRENCH II GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 10Optional review of basics. Expansion and development of the four language skills with emphasis on oral proficiency and brief original compositions. Weekly lab sessions, daily home sessions are required. In addition, supplementary quarterly projects are required in which the student learns the rudiments of writing a research paper in French. Students will read Le Comte de Monte Cristo.

525 FRENCH II GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10Continuation and intensification of skills mastered in French I with increased emphasis on extemporaneous speaking. Weekly lab sessions, daily home sessions are required. In addition, supplementary quarterly projects are required in which the student learns the rudiments of writing a research paper in French. Students will read Le Comte de Monte Cristo.

533 FRENCH III GRADES: 10-11 PHASE: 3 MODS: 10Continued development of listening, reading, and writing skills through grammar study and cultural presentations. The development of writing skills will be stressed. Enriched reading in culture. Students will read Les Misérables.

534 FRENCH III GRADES: 10-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 10This course aims to complete the study of all but the most advanced grammar with a view toward preparation for achievement tests. Continued emphasis on oral proficiency, complex readings, original compositions and quarterly projects in French. Students will read Les Misérables.

535 FRENCH III GRADES: 10-11 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10Mastery of advanced grammar with composition as a foundation for AP French. Advanced level projects. Introduction to literature. Extensive practice in conversation. Students will read Les Misérables.

543 FRENCH IV (CONVERSATIONAL) GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 3 MODS: 10A course designed to give students an enjoyable exposure to contemporary French through conversation and to put into practical use previously taught vocabulary, grammar and culture. Prerequisite: Successful completion of French III, phase 3.

544 FRENCH IV GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 10This course is designed to carry the student further in the development of the four language skills while deepening her insight into French culture. Emphasis will be placed on group activities, discussions and projects, in order to improve student proficiency. Final assessment is through class discussions and multimedia presentations that apply to topics under consideration. Prerequisite: Successful completion of French III phase 4 or teacher approval. ics under consideration. Prerequisite: Successful completion of French III phase 4 or teacher approval.

545 AP FRENCH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10This Advanced Placement French Language and Culture course is designed to prepare students for the successful completion of the College Board Advanced Placement Examination. The course covers the equivalent of a third-year college advanced French course. It is intended for the students who wish to develop proficiency and integrate their language skills using authentic materials and sources. Students who enroll should already have a basic knowledge of the language and culture of the French-speaking world and should have attained a reasonable proficiency in aural/oral skills, reading comprehension, grammar and composition. The exclusive use of French is required in both written and oral forms. Prerequisites: Successful completion of French III-5 93 or above in French III-4 89 or above in French IV-4


546/547 FRENCH V GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 3/4/5 MODS: 10This course is designed to address the interests and needs of the students enrolled. Discussions are based on selections from French Literature including prose, poetry and drama. Conversational and written skills are reinforced and expanded with an emphasis on practical communication through dialogue development, role-playing, films and compositions. Final assessment is through class discussions and multimedia presentations that apply to topics under consideration. Prerequisite: Successful completion of French III phase 4 or teacher approval.

552 SPANISH I GRADE: 9 PHASE: 2 MODS: 10This introductory course is designed to instruct the student at a pace that is acceptable for mastery of specific objectives in the rudiments of the Spanish language. Emphasis is placed on developing listening and speaking skills, drills on vocabulary, verb tenses and structure. Reading and writing are used as a reinforcement of the listening and speaking skills and as a means of introducing Spanish culture. Special techniques developed from the Orton-Gillingham method of instruction are utilized.

553 SPANISH I GRADES: 9-10 PHASE: 3 MODS: 10Introduction to the Spanish language through grammar discoveries and exposure to Hispanic culture with emphasis on developing functional language skills, i.e., listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will submit quarterly projects and lab assignments.

554 SPANISH I GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 10See Phase 3 description. Rapid progression and performance and supplementary quarterly projects and lab assignments are required of this phase.

555 SPANISH I GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10This phase is designed to present an introduction to the Spanish language at a more rapid pace. This class is structured for students who are highly motivated and have a good aptitude for foreign language. Supplementary quarterly projects and lab assignments are required. Emphasis is placed on the skills necessary to write a three-paragraph essay. Reading comprehension is developed through the use of a reader. A significant amount of independent study is also necessary.

563 SPANISH II GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 3 MODS: 10This course continues the development of speech patterns and structure of the Spanish language. A great deal of emphasis is given to the oral presentation and writing of pre-selected topics. Supplementary quarterly projects requiring research integrate the cultures of Spain and Latin America into this curriculum. The reader Un Grabado de Goya will be used to investigate Hispanic art and culture, and is used to improve student reading comprehension.

564 SPANISH II GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 10Emphasis on the reading and writing skills along with continued development of speaking skills. Free conversation is advocated and Spanish is spoken extensively in the classroom. The culture of Latin America and Spain is explored. Supplementary quarterly projects are required in which the student learns the rudiments of writing a research paper in Spanish. Students will read the literary readings in the text: Quijote, Versos sencillos, Marianela.

565 SPANISH II GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10This course is designed for the student who has successfully completed Spanish I phase 5. A heavy emphasis is placed on the completion of all required grammar and syntactical studies. Some independent study is required. The culture of Latin America and Spain is an integral part of this course. Supplementary projects are required in which the student learns the rudiments of writing a research paper in Spanish. Spanish is used exclusively in the classroom with a strong emphasis on free conversation. Students will read an adaptation of Lazarillo de Tormes.


573 SPANISH III GRADES: 10-12 PHASE: 3 MODS: 10This course offers a continuation of the development of oral skills (listening and speaking) with drill of grammar and vocabulary to develop comprehension and the ability to read and write acceptable original compositions. Spanish is integrated with the above presentations through selected excerpts from cultural and famous literary readings in the target language. Spanish is used almost exclusively in the classroom.

574 SPANISH III GRADES: 10-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 10Skills in written and oral expression continue, with an emphasis on grammar mastery. The principal thrust in this phase is toward greater comprehension through reading. Quarterly projects center around the literary selections Fuenteovejuna, and Pepita Jimenez. Spanish used exclusively in class.

575 SPANISH III GRADES: 10-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10In-depth introduction to Hispanic culture and civilization with emphasis on student involvement in the development of Hispanic literature including El Sombrero de Tres Picos and Don Quijote de la Mancha. Spanish is used exclusively in the classroom. Mastery of advanced grammar as a foundation for AP Spanish. Library research required.

583 SPANISH IV CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 3 MODS: 10This course is designed to put into practical use previously taught vocabulary, grammar and culture. The focus of the course is verbal communication, both speaking and listening. Conversational topics will include current issues which are relevant to today’s youth. Final assessment is through class discussions and multimedia presentations that apply to topics under consideration. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish III phase 3.

585 SPANISH IV CULTURE & CIVILIZATION GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 10This course is designed to carry the student further in the development of the four language skills while deepening her insight into Hispanic culture through an exposure to the works of modern writers of the Spanish-speaking world. Vocabulary and structure are taught through contextual exercises stimulated by the reading selections. The development of oral proficiency is emphasized throughout the course. Final assessment is through class discussions and multimedia presentations that apply to topics under consideration. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish III phase 4 or teacher approval.

587 SPANISH V EXPLORING HISPANIC CULTURE THROUGH FILM GRADES: 12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 10This course is designed to help students continue to develop their proficiency in Spanish and to acquire more practical and meaningful relevant knowledge of current Hispanic culture. Spanish-language films are the principal materials and resources. The films are organized to address specific themes significant for understanding the Hispanic world today. The purpose of the course is two-fold: 1. To enhance student awareness of multicultural issues in the Spanish speaking world and 2. To broaden student experience of film as a form of literature. Assessment is through class and lab discussions, and both formal and informal presentations. Prerequisite: Successful completion of any Spanish IV or any AP Spanish class.


591 AP SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10This Advanced Placement Spanish Language course is designed to prepare students for the successful completion of the College Board Advanced Placement Examination. The course covers the equivalent of a third-year college advanced Spanish course. It is intended for the students who wish to develop proficiency and integrate their language skills using authentic materials and sources. Students who enroll should already have a basic knowledge of the language and culture of the Spanish-speaking world and should have attained a reasonable proficiency in aural/oral skills, reading comprehension, grammar and composition. The exclusive use of Spanish is required in both written and oral forms. Prerequisites: Successful completion of Spanish III-5 93 or above in Spanish III-4 89 or above in Spanish IV-4Advanced Placement Test fee: $95

593 AP SPANISH LITERATURE AND CULTURE GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10This survey course of Peninsular and Latin-American Literature provides students with the tools to perform in-depth oral and written analysis of Hispanic literary themes and techniques. The syllabus prepares students for the Advanced Placement Spanish Literature examination for which college credits may be earned. The Required Reading List includes unabridged works from the Medieval period, the Golden Age, and the 19th, 20th and 21st Centuries. The list may be obtained from the College Board’s website Prerequisites: Successful completion of Spanish III-5 93 or above in Spanish III-4Advanced Placement Test fee: $95

594 SPANISH VI: 20TH CENTURY IBEROAMERICAN LITERATURE GRADE: 12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10This sixth level course is designed for the student who enjoys the challenge of reading Hispanic Literature and who is able to discuss literary themes and techniques, to conduct research, and to write critical essays. The works of the following writers will be investigated in depth: Ana María Matute, Federico García Lorca, Miguel de Unamuno, Jorge Luis Borges, and Gabriel García Márquez. Prerequisites: Successful completion of AP Spanish Language or AP Spanish Literature.

ART

730 EXPLORING ART GRADE: 9-12 PHASE: 3 MODS: 8Students will be introduced to a variety of art media, including drawing, printmaking, digital photography, photo editing software, painting, and mixed media sculpture. Art history and art criticism components are incorporated into the course. Students are required to visit a museum independently. No prerequisite. Fee: $125.00

734 BASIC STUDIO GRADE: 10-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8This course builds upon the basics learned in Exploring Art. Students will engage in assignments that promote creative problem solving and higher level thinking, such as: expressive self-portraits, altered books as art, narrative still life and perspective of interior and exterior spaces. Students will explore a variety of new media, including conte crayon, watercolor, pastel, intaglio and relief printmaking, oil paints, and mixed media and will continue to use graphite, charcoal and acrylic paints. Art history and art criticism components are incorporated into the course. Students are required to visit a museum independently. Prerequisite: Completion of Exploring Art and permission of the instructor. Fee: $150.00


735 INTERMEDIATE STUDIO GRADE: 11 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8 Intermediate Studio is a course that builds upon the basics learned in Exploring Art and Basic Studio. This course continues to explore new media, techniques, and ideas, which challenge students to present their work in a variety of formats. Students will engage in assignments that stress creative problem solving and higher level thinking, such as plein air landscape painting, realistic portraiture, the figure in interior and exterior settings, and assignments that prepare students for breadth and concentration work in Senior and AP Studio. Finally, individual focus on self-expression will be encouraged. Art history and art criticism components are incorporated into the course. Students are required to visit a museum independently. Prerequisite: Completion of Basic Studio with a 90 average or higher and permission of the instructor. Fee: $165.00

745 ARCHITECTURAL FUNDAMENTALS GRADES: 11-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8Architectural Fundamentals provides a skill set for hand drafting, three-dimensional model building, 3-D printing, and computer aided design. This course complements the Engineering I and II courses. Throughout the entire year, students will read from an architecture text. Each student will create a cumulative project reflecting her field of interest and the media covered. An architectural history component and art criticism components are incorporated into the course. Students are required to visit a museum independently. Prerequisite: 90 average or higher in art classes and permission of the art instructor OR with recommendation by the Mathematics Department. Fee: $150

756 DIGITAL MEDIA I GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 7Students will be introduced to the Digital Media Arts Lab and learn the basics of digital photography, Photoshop CC and the Wacom tablet in order to create digital art images and other media productions. Art history and art criticism components are incorporated into the course. Students are required to visit a museum independently and will complete relevant independent research as assigned. Digital SLR cameras with manual settings are required for shooting assignments each quarter. No prerequisite. Fee: $125.00

757 DIGITAL MEDIA II GRADES: 10-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 7Students will continue to build upon the basics from Digital Media I, incorporating more advanced Photoshop CC techniques and the use of the Wacom tablet. Students will also be introduced to Illustrator CC. Elements of design and concepts behind the design are stressed. Students will complete independent, multimedia project-based assignments with 2D design software, digital photography, and the 3D printer. Students are required to complete relevant independent research as assigned. Digital SLR cameras are required for shooting assignments each quarter. Prerequisite: 90 average or above in Digital Media I and permission of the instructor. Fee: $125.00

758 DIGITAL MEDIA III GRADE: 11-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 7Students will produce electronic portfolios of their digital art work from the previous two years appropriate for college applications. Students will continue to use Adobe CC software, including Photoshop and Illustrator and will explore InDesign to complete independent multimedia design projects. Students are required to visit a museum independently and will complete relevant independent research as assigned. Digital cameras are required. Various additional electronic tools to collect digital imagery will be explored. Prerequisite: 90 average or above in Digital Media II or permission of the instructor. Fee: $125.00

760 AP STUDIO ART GRADE: 12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 11AP Studio with WE ServiceThis course is designed for the highly commitment art student who plans to major or minor in Art/Design in college. Through the course each student will prepare a portfolio for AP submission. Service Learning, a major component of the course, occurs throughout the year through working with community partners and engaging in the AP with WE Service curriculum module. Art history and art criticism components are incorporated into the course. Submission of the AP portfolio and an independent museum visit are required. Prerequisites: portfolio submission, a written personal statement, successful completion of prior art class with a 90 average or above, permission of the art teachers, and the completion of summer art assignments. Lab Fee: $100 & Advanced Placement Test Fee: $95


761 SENIOR STUDIO GRADE: 12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8Senior Studio with WE ServiceThis course is designed for the student who wishes to prepare a senior art portfolio and who has a strong commitment to her artwork. Service Learning, a major component of the course, occurs throughout the year through working with community partners and engaging in the AP with WE Service curriculum module. Art history and art criticism components are incorporated into the course. Students are required to visit a museum independently. Prerequisites: submission of a portfolio and written personal statement, successful completion of prior art classes with a 90 average or above, permission of the Art Department, and completion of summer art assignments. Lab Fee: $100

770 AP ART HISTORY GRADES: 10-12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 9AP Art History is designed to provide the same benefits to secondary school students as those provided by an introductory college course in art history. Students cultivate an understanding of architecture, sculpture, painting, and other art forms within historical and cultural contexts. In the course, students examine major forms of artistic expression from the past and present and from a variety of cultures. Students are required to visit a museum independently. Students are required to take the AP Art History exam. Prerequisites: Permission of the AP Art History instructor and a 90 average or above in phase 4 or 5 Social Studies and English the previous year. Advanced Placement Test fee: $95

780 YEARBOOK GRADE: 10-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8This course teaches yearbook production skills in the areas of journalism, photography, layout design and computer publishing techniques. The course will be taught by a member of the Art Department. The students in this course will collaborate with their classmates to produce the yearbook by the spring. Class size is limited to 15 students.

PERFORMING ARTS

801 STRING ORCHESTRA GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8The String Orchestra is a performing group for students who have played violin, viola, cello or bass for at least three years and have a basic knowledge of fingerboard geography. Repertoire from many periods and styles of music is studied with the understanding that students will practice their individual parts outside of class. Students have significant performing commitments at NDP, including Open House, as well as performance opportunities in the Baltimore community. In addition to the classes there is a full rehearsal every Friday morning before school.. Fee: $75 (plus a $60 one-time fee for performance gown)

802 CONCERT BAND GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8The Concert Band encourages the participation of any student who plays and has access to a “band” instrument (woodwind, brass or percussion). Band students are coached and guided in improving their technical and musical skills that are required to be a successful high school musician while giving her the opportunity to perform and experience the joy of making music with others. Students will perform at our Open House and in public performances for the NDP and Baltimore communities throughout the school year. Students must have previous playing experience on their instrument (contact the Director of Bands for more information). Fee: $75 (plus a $60 one-time fee for performance gown)

803 BEGINNING GUITAR GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 3 MODS: 8Beginning Guitar enables the student to learn the basics of the art of playing guitar while meeting her individual learning goals. Beginning guitarists will learn tuning, basic chords, strumming patterns, finger picking, barre chords. The class will give students an opportunity to learn ensemble skills and fundamentals of music theory and will prepare students for advancement to intermediate guitar class. Fee: $75


804 INTERMEDIATE GUITAR GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8Students will continue content of the Beginning Guitar class and master progressively guitar techniques with emphases on ensemble playing. Students will perform and record themselves during the class and will have opportunity to perform at the other school-related events. Prerequisite: Beginning Guitar or permission of instructor. Fee: $75

805 ADVANCED GUITAR GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8Advanced guitar is designed to build on skills developed in the Intermediate guitar class. In a master class setting that meets four times a week, students learn new songs, ranging from contemporary to standards, and also trade songs with each other to expand their repertoire. Students keep a repertoire notebook in order to catalogue their song lists. Jazz chord development is also emphasized. Prerequisite: Intermediate Guitar or permission of instructor. Fee: $75

813 CONCERT CHOIR GRADES: 9-10 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8Students of all grade levels are encouraged to participate in this vocal ensemble. In this course, students rehearse and perform a wide variety of music, ranging from classical to gospel and everything in between. Through the performance repertoire, students will hone their vocal skills in the areas of breath control, intonation, diction and musicianship. Rehearsals will culminate with several performances throughout the school year, including the Fall, Christmas and Spring Concerts and the annual adjudication trip. Fee: $75 (plus a $60 one-time fee for performance gown)

820 HANDBELLS GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8The Handbells Class will be open to all Upper Level students. It will involve learning the proper techniques for effective ringing as well as being introduced to all of the available bells. The class is meant to become a performance ensemble and will be limited to 11 students. Musical experience is preferred but mandatory. Depending on the number of students who enroll, an interview with the instructor might become necessary to determine the makeup of the class. Fee: $75

830 BEGINNING PIANO CLASS GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 3 MODS: 8Beginning pianists are those who have never studied piano, or who have completed less than one year of piano study. In this course, students will learn basic skills used to play the piano including the location and names of keys on the piano as well as note reading through mastery of easy pieces in a variety of musical styles. The lab facilitates ensemble playing, communication with the teacher and classmates through headsets, and offers the opportunity for creativity through different “voices” on the keyboards. The atmosphere of the classroom is cooperative, and non-competitive so that each student may develop a joyful sense of music making. Fee: $75

832 INTERMEDIATE PIANO CLASS GRADES: 9-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8Intermediate pianists will build on beginning basic skills used to play the piano by performing classical, popular, folk, and holiday pieces in various major and minor keys with more complex rhythms and harmonies, and will learn to improvise with chords in different bass styles. Emphasis will be placed on good technique and expressive playing. The lab facilitates ensemble playing, communication between students and/or the instructor, and provides an outlet for creativity with the different voices on the keyboards. The class and instructor will strive for a cooperative, non-competitive classroom atmosphere in which each student may develop a joyful sense of music making. Prerequisite: Beginning Piano or permission of the instructor. Fee$75.

834 ADVANCED PIANO CLASS GRADES: 10-12 PHASE: 4 MODS: 8Working with minimal assistance and using skills developed at the intermediate level, students select music based on their interests or for a particular purpose. Student learn how to prepare music for informal and formal performances with technical proficiency and expression. Musical styles from different social, cultural and historical contexts are explored. At this accomplished level, students gain skills for a life time of piano performance and personal enjoyment. Prerequisite: Intermediate Piano or permission of the instructor. Fee: $75


840 AP MUSIC THEORY GRADE: 12 PHASE: 5 MODS: 10This course will develop the student’s ability to recognize, understand, and describe the basic materials and processes of music that are heard or presented in a score. The course will instill mastery of the rudiments and terminology of music, including: notation, intervals, scales and keys, chords, metric organization and rhythmic patterns. An integrated approach to the student’s development of aural, sight-singing, written, compositional, and analytical skills will be used to develop the student’s musicianship. Prerequisite: Must be in senior year, currently enrolled in an Upper Level performance class at NDP and permission of the Music Department Chair. Advanced Placement Test fee: $95 + $105 fee for text book and program

870 DANCE GRADE: 9-12 PHASE: 3 MODS: 8Dance class is offered to students who have in interest in dance performance. Units of study include ballet, modern and jazz dance technique with further study of cultural and social dance forms. Also included are dance history, anatomy, health and injury prevention, improvisation and composition. Students will have written/reading assignments, in class evaluations and a final exam. Students will choreograph pieces to be included in the required performances. Students are required to perform in the winter and spring dance concerts. Fee: $75

PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH

950 HEALTH GRADE: 9 MODS: 3This course will familiarize the student with the aspects of health. Components of Health, Stress and Depression, Human Sexuality, Relationships, Alcohol and Drugs, Body Image and Eating Disorders, Nutrition and Fitness. Throughout the year students learn healthy decision-making strategies. Current events involving health issues are also key topics of discussion.

960 PHYSICAL EDUCATION 9/10 GRADES: 9-10 MODS: 2The objective of this course is to introduce the student to the concepts and skills of fitness-based activities. Principles of exercise and fitness training will be introduced and practiced in class. Active games will also be taught periodically throughout the year. The objective of the course is to help students improve total fitness, including cardio-vascular endurance as well as strength and flexibility.

962 PHYSICAL EDUCATION 11/12 GRADES: 11-12 MODS: 2In this course students will continue to use exercise principles learned in 9th and 10th grade to further their individual fitness level. Active individual and team sport activities will also be included throughout the year. The objective of the course is to help students improve total fitness, including cardio-vascular endurance as well as strength and flexibility.

964 GROUP EXERCISE GRADES: 11-12 MODS: 2Elective—In this course, students will participate in various group exercise formats: aerobics, step aerobics, yoga, Pilates, and dance based work-outs. Students will model teacher’s demonstration of all moves/poses. The objective of the course is to help students improve total fitness, including cardio-vascular endurance as well as strength and flexibility. The class will meet in the SAC Activity Room.

966 FITNESS GRADES: 11-12 MODS: 2The objective of this course is to teach and execute the aspects of total fitness including stretching, exercises for muscle toning, options for aerobic activity and the formation of an individual program with attainable goals. The program is designed to meet the needs of the individual and is monitored and adjusted when needed. The objective of the course is to help students improve total fitness, including cardio-vascular endurance as well as strength and flexibility. The class will meet in the Fitness Center. Approval by Ms. Bartel.


981 SWIMMING LEVELS 4 AND 5, STROKE DEVELOPMENT AND REFINEMENT GRADES: 9-12 MODS: 2This course provides the student with the opportunity to learn a variety of swimming strokes. Prerequisite: Completion of Level 1, 2 and 3

983 SWIMMING LEVELS 6 AND 7, ADVANCED SKILLS AND SKILL PROFICIENCY GRADES: 9-12 MODS: 2The objective of this course is to provide the student with additional strokes and miscellaneous water skills that will develop an all-around swimmer. Prerequisite: Pass through level 5.

984 AQUATICS ACTIVITIES GRADES: 10-12 MODS: 2A different activity will be offered each quarter. The activities include: water aerobics, synchronized swimming, fitness (lap swimming) and games. Prerequisite: must pass through level 5.

987 POOL LIFEGUARD TRAINING GRADES: 10-12 MODS: 3 The objective of this course is to familiarize the student with water safety and rescue techniques. In order to gain certification as a pool lifeguard, the student must pass a series of physical tests and must be certified in CPR and first aid before the completion of this course. Prerequisites: Teacher approval; completion of Red Cross swimming through level 7, ability to swim 20 laps of the pool without stopping and 15 years of age before completion. Fee: $60.00

988 WATER SPORTS AND GAMES GRADES: 11-12 MODS: 2The objective of this course is to introduce the student to sports and games that are played in the water. Prerequisite: Pass through level 7.

ONLINE REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS

STUDENTS: ONLINE COURSE REQUESTS AND ENROLLMENTThis provides a sample tutorial for students using NetClassroom to enter course requests and enroll in classes.

ENTERING COURSE REQUESTSYou can enter requests for 2017-2018 from February 13, 2017 to February 18, 2017 1. Go to NetClassroom 2. On the NetClassroom login screen, enter your user ID and password. 3. From the CLASSES menu, select REGISTRATION. If you do not see Registration on the Classes menu, contact Mr. Quinn.

On the Registration page, any requests already entered appear in a grid.

4. Review your requests in the grid.

5. To add or edit course requests, click EDIT REQUESTS.

6. The page provides instructions for you to enter certain requests.

7. To enter a request, click the down arrow to select a course. If you do not see the correct courses, contact Mr. Quinn.

8. When you have finished entering requests, click SUBMIT. If no exceptions are found, you return to the Registration page. If exceptions are found, an explanation of each exception appears in red by the request or in the EXCEPTIONS (these are course which cannot be taken multiple times) column of the grid and you cannot request that course. If you cannot request a course you think you are supposed to request, contact Mr. Quinn.

9. After you have resolved the exceptions, click SUBMIT again.

10. Review your requests to make sure the correct requests have been saved.

11. Those taking Parallel need to request both 135 and 235. The stand-alone AP History is #238.

12. Humanities students need to register for their paired courses as well (126/226, 127/227 for rising Sophomores, and English and Religion for Juniors, 136,137 with 031)

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