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English I
Time
Technology
Techniques
On Level
15-30 minutes of vocab.
practice and completing
any work not completed
in class.
This class uses technology often. Internet and
computer access are helpful but not necessary
to complete school work at home.
PAP
1 to 2 hours per week.
Heavy workloads with
projects/essays: in-class
time is given, but
homework may be
required as well.
Internet is necessary at home
Some English I classes
use the standard based
grading model and the
Active Grade gradebook.
30-45 min. per week
We are a digital classroom, so most
assignments are created and submitted digitally
through Google Classroom. Internet access is
definitely beneficial to completing work outside
of class, but when it is not an option I will work
with those students to find solutions.
I use the Standards Based
Learning gradebook
Active Grade and assess
students based on their
learning and performance
in the various skills of
English I
GT/Global
Studies
English II
Time
On Level 60-90 minutes per week
PAP
3-5 hours plus Membean
practice; Heavier during
novel study
GT/ World 1 ½ - 2 hours per week
Studies
Technology
Techniques
Yes, Internet is necessary unless
they can complete online
assignments and Membean
before/after school in the library.
Google Classroom and Membean are
both used regularly. Computer
access at home is recommended.
This is a digital class meaning we will
be using technology for vocabulary
development, turning in assignments
and completing projects. It is helpful
to have access to a computer at
home.
This classroom does two Project
Based Learning Assignments. The fall
project is done mostly in the
classroom and is entirely the student's
choice of topics. The spring project is
a community based project with a
research element combined.
English III
Time
Technology
On Level Approximately 2 hours a week The classrooms are all digital and use
Techniques
outside of class on average.
technology. While internet access is not
necessary, it is helpful.
-Project Based Learning
-Standards Based Grading
-Iindependent reading
No more than 1 to 2 hours per
week.
Our classes use technology nearly everyday.
Internet access at home is not necessary for
student success.
-Standards based grading.
-Collaborative work on
projects
AP
1-3 hours a week of
homework which includes
reading novels
Technology is used regularly. Internet at home
is not necessary for student success.
GT/
American
Studies
Students should expect to
have an average of 30
minutes per day outside of
class.
American Studies will be a digital classroom.
All classwork will be conducted through online
portals.
PAP
-Project-based class.
-Individual and teams.
-A greater emphasis on
research skills and
processes.
English IV
Time
Technology
On Level
Approximately 1 hour per
week outside of class
The class is digital and
computer access is
recommended but not
necessary for student
success.
AP/GT
Approximately 2 hours per
week. Sometimes it is
more than this, and
sometimes less.
Internet access is required
for Membean. Otherwise,
the technology load is not
heavy.
Techniques
The central focus of the
class is reading literature,
like novels and dramas,
and writing college-level
analytical essays.
Algebra I
Time
Technology
Techniques
On Level
30 minutes daily (time
given in class)
Most classes are digital
classrooms
Graphing calculator
Daily work, quizzes,
and tests
PAP
30-60 minutes daily
Most classes are digital
classrooms
Graphing calculator
Daily work, quizzes,
and tests
Geometry
Time
Technology
Techniques
On Level
30-60 minutes daily
Graphing calculator
Daily work, quizzes,
and tests
PAP
2 hours a week/on
average
Some classrooms are
digital some are not
Calculator use in all
variety of techniques for
learning, projects
Math Models
On Level
Time
Technology
Techniques
30-60 minutes daily
Graphing calculator
(provided)
Daily work, quizzes,
and tests
Algebra II
Time
Technology
Techniques
On Level
45-60 minutes daily
(Some topics 2nd
semester 60-90
minutes)
Graphing Calculator
Internet access to view
the website
Daily work, quizzes,
and tests
PAP
3-4 hours per week
Additional time on
weeks of tests
Graphing Calculator
Internet access to view
the website/google
classroom
Remind 101
Variety of instructional
techniques
Homework, Quizzes &
Tests
Advanced Algebra
On Level
Time
Technology
Techniques
Class time + whatever
the student deems
necessary for
understanding.
Homework is minimal
currently.
-Graphing Calculator
-Access to Google
classroom
This is a College
Algebra curriculum.
Pre-Calculus
Time
Technology
Techniques
On Level
2-3 hours per week
Additional time on
week of tests
Internet access to view
district website
Graphing Calculator
Projects requiring use of
technology/applications
Variety of instructional
techniques
Homework, Quizzes &
Tests
Projects
PAP
3-4 hours per week
Additional time on
weeks of tests
Internet access to view
website/GoogleClassroom
Graphing Calculator
Variety of instructional
techniques
Homework, Quizzes &
Tests
Statistics - must choose only
one level over 4 years
(PreAP is NOT a prerequisite for AP)
Time
Technology
Techniques
PreAP
3 hours per week/on
average
We use a variety of
technology both in and
outside the classroom
Flexible learning styles
and approaches with
emphasis on real world
statistics.
AP
4 hours per week/on
average
We use a variety of
technology both in and
outside the classroom
Flexible learning styles
and approaches.Many
hands on experiments.
Focus on AP
curriculum.
AP Calculus
Time
Technology
Techniques
AB
4 hrs/week on avg
Additional time closer
to AP test
Internet to access
website
Graphing calculator
Variety of techniques
3 Tests per 9 wks
BC
3-4 hours/week
More time closer to
AP Test
Graphing Calculator
Internet access
Variety of techniques
used. Tests, quizzes,
homework, AP
practice.
Science Course Options:
9th Grade 2016-2017
8th Grade Science Class
8th Grade Math Class
2016 - 2017 Options
8th Grade Science
Pre-Algebra
PAP or OL Biology
Biology
Pre-Algebra
PAP IPC
Biology
Algebra 1
PAP Chemistry
Biology
Time
Technology
Special Techniques
On Level
1 Hour Per Week
Digital Classrooms
(Depending on the
teacher) and online
textbooks
None
PAP
1 - 1.5 Hours Per Week
Digital Classrooms
(Depending on the
teacher) and online
textbooks
None
IPC (Integrated Chemistry & Physics)
Time
Technology
Techniques
On Level
1 Hour Per Week
Digital Classrooms
(Depending on the
teacher)
To Be Determined
PAP
1 - 2 Hours Per Week
Digital Classrooms
(Depending on the
teacher)
To Be Determined
Science Course Options:
10th Grade 2016-2017
9th Grade Science Class
9th Grade Math Class
2016 - 2017 Options
Biology
Algebra 1
PAP or OL Chemistry
Algebra 1
OL Physics, Forensics, Anatomy and
Physiology, Astronomy, Aquatic
Science
Algebra 1
AP Environmental Science
AP Biology
Forensics, Anatomy and Physiology,
Astronomy, Aquatic Science
Geometry
OL Physics or AP Physics 1
(Concurrent or Previous Enrollment in
Algebra 2 is required)
OL Chemistry
PAP Chemistry
PAP or OL Chemistry
Chemistry
Time
Technology
Techniques
On Level
1 Hour Per Week
Digital Classrooms
(Depending on the
teacher) and online
textbooks
Objective Mastery
PAP
1 - 2 Hours Per Week
Digital Classrooms
(Depending on the
teacher) and online
textbooks
Objective Mastery
Science Course Options:
11th Grade 2016-2017
10th Grade Science Class
10th Grade Math Class
2016 - 2017 Options
On-Level Chemistry
Geometry
On-Level Physics
Geometry
On-Level Physics,
AP Physics 1
(Concurrent or Previous
Enrollment in Algebra 2 is
required.)
Algebra 2 or higher
All Science Courses
are available.*
PAP Chemistry
AP Physics 1
*AP Physics C: Mechanics and AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism require concurrent or
previous enrollment in Calculus. AP Physics 2 is recommended for enrollment in AP Physics C: E&M
Physics
Time
Technology
Techniques
On Level
1 Hour Per Week
Digital Classrooms
(Depending on the
teacher) and online
textbooks
Project Based Learning
and
Objective Mastery
AP1
2-3 Hours Per Week
Digital Classrooms
(Depending on the
teacher) and online
textbooks
Inquiry Based
Curriculum and
Objective Mastery
AP Sciences
(Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental)
Time
Technology
Techniques
AP Biology
4 Hours Per Week
None
Inquiry Based
Curriculum
AP Chemistry
1-2 Hours Per Week
Digital Classroom
Inquiry Based
Curriculum
Physics (AP 2, AP C:
Mechanics, and
AP C:Electricity and
Magnetism)
2-4 Hours Per Week
Digital Classrooms
(Depending on the
teacher) and online
textbooks
Inquiry Based
Curriculum and
Objective Mastery
AP Environmental
Science
2-4 Hours Per Week
Digital Classroom
Online access from
home strongly
recommended
Inquiry Based
Curriculum
Science Course Options:
12th Grade 2016-2017
All courses are available dependant upon student’s math level
and previous science classes.
Aquatic Science
Astronomy
Anatomy & Physiology
Microbiology (1 semester)
Pathophysiology (1 semester)
Forensics
Physics, Chem, Bio if needed
AP Chemistry
AP Physics 1
AP Physics 2
AP Physics C: Mechanics
AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism
AP Biology
AP Environmental Science
Advanced Chemistry Research
4th Year Sciences
(Forensics, Aquatics, Astronomy)
Time
Technology
Techniques
On Level
.5 - 1 Hours Per Week
Digital Classrooms
(Depending on the
teacher)
All classes are lab
focused and “hands on”
as much a possible.
Anatomy and
Physiology
2 Hours Per Week
None
Multiple Dissections
and a large amount of
memorization required
World
Geography
Time
Technology
Techniques
1 Hour per week
Chromebooks
BYOD
Access to teacher
website
Some projects
Class discussions
Some group work
AP
3-5 Hours Per Week
Homework assigned 2
weeks in advance
Summer Assignment
Chromebooks
BYOD
Access to teacher
website
Some projects
Class discussions
Some group work
Essay Writing
Cornell Notes
AP / GT
3-5 Hours Per Week
Homework assigned 2
weeks in advance
Summer Assignment
Chromebooks
BYOD
Access to teacher
website
Some projects
Class discussions
Some group work
Essay Writing
Cornell Notes
On Level
PAP
World History
Time
Technology
Techniques
1 hour (this would be
used for test prep
when needed)
May BYOD to use,
but not mandatory
Cornell Notes,
Interactive McGrawHill material,
Occasional projects usually completed in
class
PAP
1-2 hours
Digital: Chromeboks
provided, BYOD,
Daily use
Interactive learning,
Cornell Notes,
Projects, Multimedia
projects
AP
3-5 Hours Per Week
2 Chapters per week
Chromebooks
BYOD
Access to teacher
website
Document Analysis
Socratic Seminar
Class Discussion
essay writing
AP / GT
3-5 Hours Per Week
2 Chapters per week
Chromebooks
BYOD
Access to teacher
website
Document Analysis
Socratic Seminar
Cass Discussion
essay writing
On Level
Time
US History
2-4 hours
On Level
Technology
Techniques
occasional cell use in
Chapter quizzes,
class (quiz games); chromebook projects,
some chromebook
released STAAR
cart days; need
questions, primary
internet access
sources
PAP
2-4 hours, possibly
more
Digital Classrooms.
Need internet access
outside of class
Chapter Quizzes, unit
tests, projects,
collaborative and
project learning
AP
4-6 Hours
Digital Classrooms.
Need internet access
outside of class
Chapter Quizzes, unit
tests, projects,
collaborative and
project learning
AP / GT
4-6 Hours
Digital Classrooms.
Need internet access
outside of class
Chapter Quizzes, unit
tests, projects,
collaborative and
project learning
Government / Economics
Time
Technology
Techniques
On Level
1-2 hours per week
Digital classrooms will
use google classroom
and digital textbook.
Google Classroom,
McGraw-Hill
textbooks online,
quizzes, projects and
tests
PAP
None
None
None
AP/GT
3-5 hours per week
Internet used daily on College style lecture,
phones and/or laptops discussion, research,
outside work, quizzes,
exams
Social Studies Electives
Time
Technology
Techniques
On Level Psychology
30 min / week
web access / Moodle
labs, demos,
application
On Level Sociology
30 min / week
web access / Moodle
project based in
teams / discussion
AP Psychology
2 / week
more on test weeks
web access / Moodle
labs, demos,
application,
discussion and
Lecture
AP European History
2 hours/ week
more of test weeks
Chromebooks
lectures, student
presentations,
discussion, guided
readings