High School Program of Studies

Grade 9

• English/Language Arts
  • Language 
  • Reading-Exploring Literature 
  • Composition 
• Mathematics – Algebra I 
• Social Science – U.S. History I (1763-1877)
• Science – Earth & Environmental Science 

Grade 10

• English/Language Arts
  • Language
  • World Literature 
  • Composition 
• Mathematics – Geometry 
• Social Science – U.S. History II (1877-present)
• Science – Biology 

Grade 11—Standard & College Preparatory

• English/Language Arts
  • Language 
  • American Literature 
  • Composition 
• Mathematics – Algebra II OR Integrated High School Mathematics I (including Geometry and Algebra Concepts)
• Social Science – World History II (1800-present)
• Science – Chemistry 

Grade 11—General Studies & Living Skills Path

• English/Language Arts (American Literature (basic survey), Composition)
• Mathematics – Practical Math Skills – Consumer Math I
• Social Science – World History II (1800-present)
• Science – Chemistry

Grade 12—Standard & College Preparatory

• English/Language Arts – English/European Literature (advanced survey)
• Mathematics – Precalculus OR Integrated High School Mathematics II (focus:  Advanced Algebra & Geometry Concepts)
• Social Science – ELECTIVE (Teacher Choice:  Economics, Psychology, and/or Government/Civics)
• Science – Physics [Algebra-based and Conceptual are both offered] 

Grade 12—General Studies & Living Skills Path

• English/Language Arts – English/European Literature (basic survey) OR
  English for the World of Work – Practical Reading & Writing; Newspapers; Composition 
• Mathematics – Practical Math Skills – Consumer Math II
• Social Science – Current Events, Civics & Government, Media Communications
• Science – Nutrition & Personal Healthy Living

Other required classes:

• Physical Education
• Health & Wellness (three levels)
• Visual Arts (two levels)
• Spanish (three levels)
• Standardized Testing Preparation (specifically MCAS, SAT, ACT and/or state- or district-determined testing) – offered as part of Study Skills class or as an after school program
• Study & Organizational Skills for Success
• Social Skills
• Automotive Technology – Auto Life Skills course for all students 

Transition Planning & Services: 

• Natural Environment Experiences (community, recreational, social, therapeutic activities)
• Class Curriculum (proposed formal course offered if there is sufficient student interest)
• Apprenticeship Program (work experience & skill development in practical settings)