Windham High School
21st Century Learning
for a 21st Century World
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WHS Mission and Student Expectations
NH and WHS Graduation Requirements
A/B Scheduling
Advisory
Academic and Directed Study
One-to-One Learning
Interdisciplinary Instruction
Humanities
Mathematics, Science, and Technology
Arts
Health and Wellness
Athletics and Co-curricular Offerings
Media Center
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Mission Statement
We recognize our students have unique talents, gifts, and
challenges. We empower each student to be an active
learner who understands the interconnectedness of
knowledge. We commit to a safe learning environment of
individual responsibility, respectful action, and appreciation
of diversity. We engage each student with dynamic
instruction enhanced by collaboration, co-curricular
opportunities, and 21st century technology. We aspire to
be an exemplary school community wherein all students
master lifelong skills to succeed as purposeful citizens of
Windham and the world.
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Adopted by the Windham School Board October 7, 2008
Expectations for Student Learning
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Academic – Students will:
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Civic – Students will:
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demonstrate literacy and numeracy across the curriculum
be critical thinkers who make informed judgments
read fluently, write expressively, and communicate effectively
develop problem solving skills and understand concepts
demonstrate creative expression and kinesthetic awareness
integrate 21st century technology into their educational experience
contribute to the school and the greater community
understand their responsibilities as citizens in a democracy
Social – Students will:
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exhibit civility
respect persons and property
 develop cooperative relationships and make sound decisions
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Adopted by the Windham School Board October 7, 2008
NH Graduation Requirements
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English
US and NH history
US and NH government/civics
Economics
World history, global studies, or geography
Mathematics (including 1.0 credit in Algebra)
Physical science
Biological science
Information & communication technology
Arts education
Health education
Physical education
Open electives
4.0 credits
1.0 credit
0.5 credit
0.5 credit
0.5 credit
3.0 credits
1.0 credit
1.0 credit
0.5 credit or digital portfolio
0.5 credit
0.5 credit
1.0 credit
6.0 credits
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TOTAL
20 credits
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Source: New Hampshire Department of Education
WHS Graduation Requirements
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English
Social Studies
Mathematics
Science
Information & Communication Technology
Arts
Wellness
Human Performance
Restricted electives
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1.0 credit
Includes required Personal Learning Portfolio and required senior project
Open electives
Service
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World Language, Career & Technical Education, Business, Applied & Materials Technology
Advisory (0.25 credit per year)
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4.5 credits
3.0 credits
3.0 credits
3.0 credits
0.5 credit
1.0 credit
0.5 credit
1.0 credits
2.0 credits
8.5 credits
40 hours
Includes 20 community service, 10 school service, and 10 cultural enrichment
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28 credits
A/B Scheduling
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Recommended by the original Curriculum Committee
Instruction is taught over the course of the full school year on an everyother-day basis
Preferred with sequential courses (mathematics, world languages)
Preferred in performing arts classes which perform year round
Salem High School operates a “4x4” schedule
Modified A/B Block Schedule
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All eight classes meet for 45 minute* periods each Monday
Four classes meet for 90 minute* periods each Tuesday and Thursday
Four classes meet for 90 minute* periods each Wednesday and Friday
Each class meets three times per week throughout the academic year
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* Times are approximate.
Why an A/B Schedule?
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Schedules should be “flexible enough to accommodate teaching strategies
consistent with the ways students learn most effectively and that allow for
effective teacher teaming and lesson planning.”
Source: Breaking Ranks II, 2004
Standards for Accreditation
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“The schedule shall be driven by the school’s mission and expectations for
student learning and shall support the effective implementation of the
curriculum, instruction, and assessment.”
Source: New England Association of Schools and Colleges,
Standard Five, Leadership and Organization
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“We engage each student with dynamic instruction…”
- WHS Mission Statement
Daily Schedule
Monday
(All classes meet)
Tuesday
(A-day)
Wednesday
(B-day)
Thursday
(A-Day)
Friday
(B-day)
1A
1B
1A
1B
2A
2B
2A
2B
3A
3B
3A
3B
4A
4B
4A
4B
1A
1B
2A
2B
3A
3B
4A
4B
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(excluding lunch and advisory)
Sample 9th Grade Schedule
Monday
(All classes meet)
Tuesday
(A-day)
Wednesday
(B-day)
Thursday
(A-Day)
Friday
(B-day)
Algebra I
Spanish II
Algebra I
Spanish II
Human Performance/
Wellness
Integrated Science
Human Performance/
Wellness
Integrated Science
Concert Band
Foods/Drawing
Concert Band
Foods/Drawing
Western Humanities
Western Humanities
Western Humanities
Western Humanities
Algebra I
Spanish II
Human Performance/
Wellness
Integrated Science
Concert Band
Foods/Drawing
Western Humanities
Western Humanities
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Sample 10th Grade Schedule
Monday
(All classes meet)
Tuesday
(A-day)
Wednesday
(B-day)
Thursday
(A-Day)
Friday
(B-day)
French II
AP European History
French II
AP European History
Honors American
Studies
Honors American
Studies
Honors American
Studies
Honors American
Studies
Honors Choir
Honors Algebra II
Honors Choir
Honors Algebra II
Honors Biology
Writing/Human
Performance II
Honors Biology
Writing/Human
Performance II
French II
AP European History
Honors American
Studies
Honors American
Studies
Honors Choir
Honors Algebra II
Honors Biology
Writing/Human
Performance II
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Advisory
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Meets for 15 minutes, 4 times per week
Monitors students’ Personal Learning Portfolios, community service, senior
projects, and overall well-being
Covers a range of student matters: transition to high school, career and college
planning, conflict resolution, diversity, equity, and community
Every student has an adult advocate
Standards for Accreditation
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“There shall be a formal, ongoing program through which each student has an
adult member of the school community in addition to the school guidance
counselor who personalizes each student’s educational experience and assists
the student in achieving the school-wide expectations for student learning.”
Source: NEASC Standards of Accreditation, Leadership and Organization
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“We aspire to be an exemplary school community…”
- WHS Mission Statement
Academic Study
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Assigned to students who do not enroll in eight courses
Offers students the opportunity to visit the Math Lab, Writing Lab,
the Media Center, work on special projects, or meet with their
teachers or guidance counselor
Directed Study
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Offers individualized instruction or assistance to students with
individualized needs and/or individualized education plans
Staffed by teachers and instructional assistants who assist students
in developing and achieving academic goals
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“…unique talents, gifts, and challenges.”
- WHS Mission Statement
One-to-One Learning
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All Windham students are issued laptops
The technology is brought to the students
Instruction and research incorporates 21st
century learning skills
Students are engaged learners
24-7 access to information
Student-centered learning
Complements interdisciplinary instruction well
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“We engage each student with… 21st century technology.”
- WHS Mission Statement
Interdisciplinary Instruction
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“Interdisciplinary instruction is organized in such a way
that it cuts across subject matters… is holistic and
reflects the real world… is interactive…”
Source: Interdisciplinary Teaching at the High School Level,
A Case Study, University of North Carolina, 2001
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“Avoids the fragmented acquisition of isolated facts…
[the] strength of interdisciplinary approach is in
developing students’ ability to make connections and
solve multi-faceted problems….”
Source: Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation for High School Redesign,
Breaking Ranks II, 2004
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“…an active learner who understands the
interconnectedness of knowledge.”
- WHS Mission Statement
Humanities Requirements
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Western Humanities (9th) 2.0 credits
American Studies (10th)
2.0 credits
Global Perspectives (11th) 1.0 credit
Note: The class of 2012 will transfer English 9 (1.0 credit) and
Global Studies (1.0 credit) from Salem High School. These
students will enroll in American Studies (2.0 credits) in grade
10 and Foundations of Western Society (1.0 credit) in grade
11 at Windham High School.
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English Electives
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Popular Reading
Planned Future Offerings
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Poetry and Fiction
Classical Mythology
Debate and Persuasion
Journalism
Film Studies
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Literature and the Land
AP Language and Composition
Honors British Literature I & II
AP Literature and Composition
Social Studies Electives
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Economics
AP European History
Planned Future Offerings
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Law and the American Legal System
Psychology
AP U.S. History
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Middle Eastern Studies
Asian Studies
AP Economics
World Language
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Mandarin Chinese I
French I – III
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Latin I & II
Spanish I – III
Planned Future Offerings
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American Sign Language I & II
Mandarin Chinese II & III
Honors Mandarin Chinese IV
Honors French IV & V
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Latin III & Honors Latin IV
Honors Spanish IV
AP Spanish V
Mathematics
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Pre-Algebra
Applied Algebra Arts
Algebra I
Honors Algebra I
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Applied Geometry Arts
Geometry
Honors Geometry
Algebra II
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Honors Algebra II
Honors Precalculus
Planned Future Offerings
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Precalculus
Discrete Mathematics
Honors Mathematical
Logic
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Probability and
Statistics
Problem Solving and
Game Theory
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AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC
Science
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Integrated Science
Honors Integrated Science
Biology
Honors Biology
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Chemistry
Honors Chemistry
Meteorology
Planned Future Offerings
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Physics
Honors Physics
Zoology
Bioethics
Forensics
Biotechnology
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Botany and Horticulture
Honors Anatomy and
Physiology
Environmental Science
Honors Environmental Science
Honors Molecular and Cellular
Biology
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Astronomy
AP Environmental
Science
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
AP Physics
Information & Communication
Technology
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Web Design
Introduction to C++ Programming
Planned Future Offerings
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Web Programming
Advanced C++ Programming
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Applied & Materials Technology
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Introduction to Technology
Introduction to Product
Design
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Video Production
Computer Aided Design and Drafting
Robotics I
Planned Future Offerings
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Alternative Energy Systems
Electronics
Robotics II
The Automated Workspace
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Computer Numerical Control and Shop
Practice
Design and Development Project
Business
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Computer Applications
Advanced Computer Applications
Introduction to Business and Marketing
Accounting
Yearbook
Personal Finance
Planned Future Offerings
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Principles of Business Management
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Music
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Concert Choir
Honors Choir
Concert Band
Jazz Band
Orchestra
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Keyboard Lab/Music Theory I & II
Perspectives of Music from Classical to Rock
Guitar
Music and the Media
Percussion and World Music Drumming
Planned Future Offerings
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Jazz Choir
Marching Band
Wind Ensemble
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Music Production and Engineering
AP Music Theory
Theatre
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Theatre Studies
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Acting
Technical Theatre and Set Design
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Family & Consumer Sciences
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Foods and Nutrition I & II
Fashion Design and Textiles I & II
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Human Relations
Parenting and Child Development
Planned Future Offerings
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Interior Design
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Visual Arts
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Fundamentals of Art
Drawing I & II
Painting I & II
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Ceramics and Pottery I & II
Graphic Design
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3D Design and Sculpture I & II
Commercial Art I & II
Digital Photography I & II
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Art History and Appreciation
AP Portfolio Design
Human Performance and
Wellness
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Human Performance I & II
Recreational Sports
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Wellness
Planned Future Offerings
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Indoor Team Sports
Outdoor Team Sports
Individual Sports
Personal Cardio Fitness
Advanced Strength and Weight
Training
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Safety and First Aid
Outdoor Fitness
Dance and Movement
Personal Training
Intro to Coaching and Officiating
Athletic Training/Sports Medicine
Athletic Program
FALL
BOYS
GIRLS
WINTER
SPRING
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Soccer
Alpine Skiing
Basketball
Gymnastics
Ice Hockey (Co-ed)
Indoor Track
Swimming
Wrestling (Co-ed)
Baseball
Lacrosse
Tennis
Track & Field
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Soccer
Volleyball
Alpine Skiing
Basketball
Cheerleading
Gymnastics
Ice Hockey (Co-ed)
Indoor Track
Swimming
Wrestling (Co-ed)
Lacrosse
Softball
Tennis
Track & Field
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Co-Curricular Offerings
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Yearbook
Theatre
Newspaper
Pep Band
A cappella Club
Dance Team
Literary Magazine
Speech/Debate
Chess Club
Math Team
Intramural Sports
Robotics/FIRST
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TV Production
Computer Club
Art Club
Student Government
Orchestra
Outing Club
Key Club
Mock Trial
Spanish Club
French Club
Theatre Tech Crew
Cosmology Club
“We engage each student with dynamic instruction
enhanced by… co-curricular opportunities…”
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Media Center
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Fiction
Non-fiction
Databases
Internet
CD-ROM
Audio Books
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E-Books
PlayAway
Newspapers
Magazines
Journals
Electronic Resources
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NH State Library - Free Access Databases
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Newspapers
Magazines
Literature
Business
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Genealogy
History
Biography
Health Resources
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Licensed Databases
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GALE
EBSCO
ABC-CLIO
Grolier
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