2012-2013 BHS Program Studies Guide

Program Studies GuideBrockport High School

2012-2013

700 Central School DriveBrockport, New York 14420-2296

Information provided in this Guide is subject to change. Some elective courses, including AP, may be cancelled or offered on alternate years based on student enrollment and/or teaching staff. Students should consult their counselors regarding course availability.

Published by the Brockport Central School District

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Equal Opportunities: Title IX and Section 504 4Release of Directory Information 5Student Records 5Graduation Requirements 6General Academic Information 8Special Academic Programs 9Pupil Services 10School Health Services 11School Library Services 11Academic Intervention Services 12

Table of Contents

Course Descriptions

by Department

Art Department 13Business and Career Education Department 15English Department 21Languages Other Than English 24Health Education Department 25Math Department 26 Music Department 29Physical Education Department 32Science Department 33Social Studies Department 37Special Education Department 40Technology Department 41Technology Department: Project Lead-the-Way 43WEMOCO Career and Technical Education Center 45

Brockport High School Program Studies Guide

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Mrs. Martha Terilli Last Names A-Coo 637-1873Mrs. Kathy Kalua’u Last Names Cop-Gl 637-1873Mrs. Marcia Bartalo Last Names Gm-K 637-1870Mrs. Brenda Hamling Last Names L-Og 637-1870Mrs. Christine Howlett Last Names Oh-Sl 637-1973Mr. Peter Kramer Last Names Sm-Z 637-1973

Garry F. Stone, SuperintendentRob Banzer, Assistant Superintendent for Instruction

Jennifer Daniels-Fisher, Director of Pupil Personnel ServicesLynn Carragher, Coordinator of Special Education

Christopher Bourne, Director of Health, Physical Education and AthleticsDr. Dana Boshnack, High School Principal

Dr. Kate Avery, High School Assistant PrincipalTodd Hagreen, High School Assistant Principal

Leslie M. Wehner, High School Assistant Principal

Thomas Langelotti, PresidentMichael Andriatch, Vice President

Ray Gabriel, TrusteeRobert J. Iveson Jr., Trustee

Gerald Maar, TrusteeApril VanGelder, Trustee

Gary Zimmer, Trustee

Board of Education

Administrative Staff

School Counselors

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Brockport High School

Mission Statement

Education Program

Equal Education Opportunities:

Our diverse community will work to personalize our students’ education through open communication, modeling expectations, and providing a trusting environment that is tolerant of others. We will collaborate to provide the skills needed for our students to succeed in the 21st century. In doing so, we will prepare our students for post secondary education, the work force or military, and develop productive citizens who are critical thinkers and value life long learning. Additionally, we expect our students to meet or exceed New York State and National Academic Standards and to lead a healthy lifestyle.

To prepare our students for life after high school (college, the world of work), we offer a comprehensive educational program. It is the goal of our educational program to meet the academic needs of all students, support student skill development and facilitate identification of student interests. The 2012-2013 Program Studies Guide is an informative resource provided to the public. Specific questions should be first addressed to the student’s assigned counselor.

The Board of Education of the Brockport Central School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin or handicapping condition in the educational programs or activities which it operates, and is in full compliance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The Board’s policy of non-discrimination includes the following: recruitment and appointment of employees; employment pay and benefits; counseling services for students; access by students to educational programs; course offerings; and student activities.

The district official responsible for the coordination of activities relating to the above compliance is the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, Brockport, NY, 14420, (585) 637-1813. This official will provide information including complaint procedures to any student, employee or person who feels that his or her rights have been violated by the district or its officials.

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The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) limits access to certain student documents. As part of FERPA, certain information called “directory information”, is not considered confidential information and may be released to outside agencies under the Freedom of Information Act. Brockport Central School District considers a student’s name, address and telephone number as “directory information” and will release that information to colleges, military recruiters, and news media unless notified not to release by parents.

The District also uses directory information for publications such as newsletters and brochures, and in articles posted on the BCSD web site.

Parents and students age 18 or older have the right to tell us that any or all of the above directory information should not be released without prior consent. If you wish to exercise that right, please notify us in writing, telling us what information you do not want us to release without prior consent. Send letters to:

Registrar’s OfficeBrockport Central School District

100 Central School DriveBrockport, NY 14420

Release of Directory Information

The District has adopted Policy and Regulation 7240 regarding student records. Individual copies of that Policy and Regulation are available at each school or the Administration Office. Policy and regulation require that student records, with the exception of directory information, are not open to the general public without written consent. Records will be available to various persons, institutions or agencies, for specific reasons in accordance with BOE policy, related to the student or the school system.

Parents can inspect and review their children’s records. Students age 18 or older have the same right. If parents, or students 18 or over, believe that any record is wrong or misleading or violates the student’s rights, they may ask the district to amend the record and may have a hearing held to present evidence about the record if they wish. The district will provide copies of student records to the parent or student age 18 or over. Anyone who believes the district has violated the federal laws governing student records may file a complaint with the federal government by writing to: The Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-4605.

Student Records

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Graduation Requirements

The information provided above is based on current New York State Education guidelines and is subject to change.

Class of 2013 (Students entering Grade 9 in September 2009)Class of 2014 (Students entering Grade 9 in September 2010)

* In order to meet New York State graduation requirements for science, a student must successfully complete three units of science. Two of the units must be Regents level (one unit of credit must be Living Environment).

** Students are required to earn one unit of commencement-level credit in LOTE, which can be earned by passing the State second language proficiency examination in Grade 8 or the course in Grade 9 and/or State second language proficiency examination.

*** Students acquiring 5 units in art, music, business, technology or Career and Technical Education may be exempt.

➩ Students with disabilities, and students whose 504 plans specifically provide for the following accommodation, may utilize the “low-pass option” by scoring between 55-64 on any or all required Regents examinations. These students may also utilize the “safety net” by passing Regents Competency Test if they failed a required Regents exam.

Required Exams(passing score of 65 and above)


Comprehensive English Exam Comprehensive English Exam

One Math Regents ExamIntegrated Algebra

3 Commencement level Regents ExamsIntegrated Algebra,

Geometry, and Algebra 2 & Trig

Regents Global History Exam Regents Global History Exam

Regents U.S. History Exam Regents U.S. History Exam

One Regents Science Exam (Earth Science, Living Environment,

Chemistry, or Physics)

Two Regents Science Exams (Must pass Living Environment and either

Earth Science, Chemistry or Physics)

***Regents LOTE Exam or Regional LOTE exam

Regents Diploma Regents Diplomawith Advanced Designation

Required Courses Unit(s) of credit Required Courses Unit(s) of creditEnglish 4 English 4Social Studies 4 Social Studies 4Math 3 Math 3*Science 3 Science 3**LOTE 1 ***LOTE 3Art/Music 1 Art/Music 1Health .5 Health .5Physical Education 2 Physical Education 2Electives 3.5 Electives 1.5Total 22 Total 22

Please Note: Regional LOTE exam begins June 2012.


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The information provided above is based on current New York State Education guidelines and is subject to change.

* In order to meet New York State graduation requirements for science, a student must successfully complete three units of science. Two of the units must be Regents level (one unit of credit must be Living Environment).

** Students are required to earn one unit of commencement-level credit in LOTE, which can be earned by passing the Regional second language proficiency examination in Grade 8 or the course in Grade 9.

*** Students acquiring 5 units in art, music, business, technology or Career and Technical Education may be exempt.

➩ Students with disabilities, and students whose 504 plans specifically provide for the following accommodation, may utilize the “low-pass option” by scoring between 55-64 on any or all required Regents examinations.

Class of 2015 (Students entering Grade 9 in September 2011)Class of 2016 (Students entering Grade 9 in September 2012)



Comprehensive English Exam Comprehensive English Exam

One Math Regents ExamIntegrated Algebra

3 Commencement level Regents ExamsIntegrated Algebra,

Geometry, and Algebra 2 & Trig

Regents Global History Exam Regents Global History Exam

Regents U.S. History Exam Regents U.S. History Exam

One Regents Science Exam (Earth Science, Living Environment,

Chemistry, or Physics)

Two Regents Science Exams (Must pass Living Environment and either

Earth Science, Chemistry or Physics)

***Regional LOTE Exam

Regents Diploma Regents Diplomawith Advanced Designation

Required Courses Unit(s) of credit Required Courses Unit(s) of creditEnglish 4 English 4Social Studies 4 Social Studies 4Math 3 Math 3*Science 3 Science 3**LOTE 1 ***LOTE 3Art/Music 1 Art/Music 1Health .5 Health .5Physical Education 2 Physical Education 2Electives 3.5 Electives 1.5Total 22 Total 22

Graduation Requirements

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Alternative methods to obtainhigh school credit:

Credit By Examination As part of the Regents Action Plan, students may earn credit towards a diploma through the Credit by Examination alternative.

Steps to be followed:1. Parental permission2. Recommendations of your prior teacher in the subject

area in which the request is made.3. A score of at least 85% on a qualifying pretest.4. Completion of project or oral exam to demonstrate

proficiency in the subject matter.

The application form for credit by examination is available in the Counseling Office.

Independent StudyIndependent study, for credit, may be available to meet special individual needs of students in grades nine (9) through twelve (12) in those subject areas approved by the high school principal. Requests for independent study must be made to the teacher and receive approval from the department chair, the student’s counselor, parent, teacher and the high school principal in advance.

Dual Credit for College CoursesAll students who have demonstrated intellectual and social maturity may choose to take college level courses at accredited colleges or universities. Such opportunities may include early admission to college, collegiate-level work offered in the high school, or other means of providing advanced work. Review and approval by the administration are necessary before any college course may be taken during the school day. If interested, please see counselor for further information.

The Board shall not be required to pay tuition and other related costs for those high school students enrolled in college courses. Students who wish to enroll in college level coursework shall meet all academic, grade level and coursework requirements as set forth by administrative rules and regulations.

Transfer CreditTransfer Credit is awarded for work done outside the registered New York State high school awarding credit. If interested, please see counselor for further information.

Unit of CreditA unit is the measure of credit which a student earns for successfully completing a subject for one school year. Most courses offer one credit. These courses meet every other school day for the entire year for one class period (85 minutes). Some subjects meet once every fourth day for the school year; the student receives 1/2 unit of credit, such is the case with PE. Other courses meet every other school day for one period for half the year. The student receives 1/2 unit of credit.

Passing GradeIn order to earn course credit, either local or Regents, a student must attain a final grade average of at least 65%. Regents credit is earned by successfully completing the course with at least 65% and by passing the appropriate Regents examination with a 65%.

Promotion PolicyClasses will be organized in September of each year. Students who have earned at least 4.5 units shall be classified as sophomores. Students who have earned at least 10 units will be classified as juniors. A student who has earned enough credits to graduate either in June or August shall be classified as a senior.

Course LoadEach student must enroll with a full schedule.

Drop/Add Policy Process1. Students and parents are advised that they should consider

course selection carefully and the selection of courses at the time represents a firm commitment to scheduling decisions. Once the school year has begun, there is a period of four school days in which students have the opportunity to correct errors and change classes if he/she wishes to take a different course. They need to make an appointment to see their counselor to work out the change.

2. No drops or course changes will be permitted in the final two week period of any given quarter.

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Advanced Placement (AP) ProgramThe Advanced Placement Program is a program of college-level courses and exams for high school students. Many of the nation’s colleges give credit and/or advanced placement to students whose AP examination grades are considered acceptable. Each college uses the AP program in a unique manner; some colleges participate in the program less fully or not at all. Students who are interested in the Advanced Placement Program are urged to learn the policies at colleges they are considering by corresponding directly with appropriate officials there.

Brockport High School presently offers Advanced Placement courses in Art, Economics, English, French, Spanish, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science, Calculus, U.S. History, European History, Psychology, Government and Politics, and Music Theory.

English as Second Language (ESL)Limited English-proficient students are assigned to a small group setting. The primary focus of the program is to assist these pupils in the development of listening, speaking, reading and writing proficiencies in the English language. The ESL teacher assists students in making the cultural transition along with working cooperatively with selected content area teachers to reinforce language and content area skills. Individual cultural and academic needs are taken into consideration.

3-1-3 ProgramThe 3-1-3 Program is an alternative enrichment program for seniors who are planning to attend college upon graduation from high school. The Brockport Central School and the State University College at Brockport cooperate in offering a combined academic program for seniors who are academically motivated and want to bridge the gap between secondary education and higher education.

The 3-1-3 Program consists of three years of high school followed by a senior year during which a student takes at least two college credit-designated courses at the high school plus P.E. and enrolls in at least two college courses each semester. The program permits a student to meet all requirements for high school graduation and also complete the first year of a baccalaureate degree.

Students eligible for the 3-1-3 Program will be required to meet the following requirements:

1. Successfully complete their junior year of high school;

2. Be eligible to enroll in advanced placement courses or equivalent advanced-standing courses at the high school;

3. Meet the admission standards recommended by the State University College at Brockport.

An application process is required. The SUNY Admissions Office will review the credentials and will be responsible for making final admission decisision. See your school counselor for more information

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School CounselorsThe purpose of a counseling program in a school setting is to promote and enhance the learning process.

The school counselor is a certified educator who assists students, teachers, parents and administrators. School counselors organize their work schedules around the following basic activities: individual counseling, small group counseling, large group instruction, consultation and coordination.

In their day-to-day work the school counselors may help young people develop the coping skills necessary to manage the challenges of adolescence. Counselors help students develop more adequate and realistic concepts of themselves and make them aware of available educational and vocational opportunities. Counselors assist students in obtaining pertinent information used in the planning and decision-making processes. Counselors will help collect, interpret and provide information to parents, teachers and administrators, with the goal of helping each student successfully complete his or her program at Brockport High School.

School PsychologistThe school psychologist has specialized competencies in assessment, remediation strategies and research. Understanding of the learning process, interpersonal relationships and personality dynamics are areas in which they provide help. The school psychologists give direct help to students and assist parents and school personnel in their efforts to make school more beneficial for all children. Within the school, they serve as consultants and diagnosticians with respect to the behavior and educational management of the individual child’s learning situation. In addition to being a standing member of the district Committee on Special Education (CSE), the high school psychologist is also responsible for coordinating and chairing subcommittee onspecial education meetings at the building level..

School Social WorkerThe social worker is trained in the dynamics of human development, interpersonal relationships, and techniques of community organization and action. The social worker works with parents, students, school personnel and community agencies in helping students participate more fully in their school program. The social worker fosters communication between home and school and actively works with families to promote positive problem-solving skills. The school social worker may also assist in linking students and families to appropriate community agencies for assistance.

Special Education TeachersSpecial Education teachers are trained to work with students who have been identified by the Committee on Special Education (CSE) as having a disibility. A variety of special education programs, ranging from consultant-teacher classes to self-contained classes are available within the district. Special Education teachers work closely with parents, school administrators, counselors and other classroom teachers in order to develop individualized educational programs.

Student Assistance ProgramBrockport High School has developed a program for students who are struggling with such issues as depression, suicide and other mental health issues, drug, and alcohol use/abuse, divorce and other areas of concern. The Student Assistance Program provides the opportunity for school staff to reach young people who exhibit certain behaviors of concern and direct those students to professionals who can help. It is in the belief that if the school creates a caring atmosphere, one which responds to behaviors of concern with an offer of assistance rather than with punishment, constructive changes can be effected. The Student Assistance Program is led by staff members who have spent many hours in training for working with students around these issues.

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School Health Services

School Library Services

School NursesSchool nurses work with children, parents and other professional members of the pupil services team. Their responsibilities include the planning and supervision of activities related to health screening programs, emergency care, health appraisal of children, interpretation of healthneeds and resources and health records. They make referrals for health counseling and home visits.

The mission of the High School Library program is to ensure that students and staff are effective and critical users of ideas and information. Our goal is to support and enrich the educational program by providing instruction, materials and services to students and staff in the High School.

Resources include over 17,000 books, an extensive up-to-date reference collection, 20 current periodicals and two daily newspapers. The library staff also provides access to audiovisual equipment, AV supplies, videotaping services and the BOCES video/film library services.

The high school has web-based catalog, which allows students and staff to search for, and place holds on, books in our collection. In addition to a web-based catalog, the library also subscribes to several products through the Internet. These include reference and periodical databases such as ProQuest, Health Reference Center, and Magill’s OnlineLiterature. These programs provide students and faculty with access to thousands of full-text newspaper and magazine articles, television and radio transcripts, literary criticisms, ebooks and other reliable sources. These online resources allow for remote access so students may use these programs on their home computers. These remote options make the library resources are available 24 hours a day/7 days a week!

School PhysicianThe school physician is employed on a part-time consulting basis. He serves as an integral part of the school team, provides student physical assessments and sports physicals and consults with the staff. He provides medical direction for planning the health service program and the work of the nurses within the schools.

Teachers and students can also access the regional union catalog, 5 Systems, which searches five regional school library systems at once. It is accessed through the Internet. The High School Library uses the School Library System (BOCES 2) interlibrary loan service to borrow books for students and staff from academic, public, and school libraries. Our library also has on-line access to the Monroe County Library System and Drake Memorial Library at The College at Brockport.

Because of its access to this vast pool of resources, both on and off campus, the State of New York has recognized the Brockport High School Library as an Electronic Doorway Library.

The library currently has thirty-four student computer stations. All are Internet accessible. In addition, the computers have Microsoft Powerpoint, Publisher, Word and Excel. The library also has a scanner and digital cameras. These may be used by students with teacher supervision.

In order to provide students with ample opportunity to take advantage of these opportunities, library hours are extended until 5 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

As a member of the instructional staff, the Library Media Specialist provides individual and group instruction in the use of print and on-line resources to facilitate the research process.

Students are also encouraged to use and enjoy our resources for recreational reading. Collections of popular magazines, paperbacks, contemporary fiction and non-fiction books provide both students and staff with plenty of choices. This provides an added dimension to the role of the Library Media Center in the students’ total leaning experience.

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Academic Intervention Services (AIS)

Academic Intervention Services (AIS) are non-credit bearing services designed to help students achieve the learning standards in English language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science. These services include three components:• Additional instruction that supplements the general

curriculum (regular classroom instruction) • Student support services needed to address obstacles such

as attendance and social emotional issues and/or• Student preparation for NYS Regents exams.

AIS is a state-mandated support service designed to help students whose learning rates vary or who need additional time and/or instruction to achieve academic success as defined by the New York State standards. Students are identified as eligible for AIS if their performance is below the New York State or district-established standard on one or more of the required assessments. AIS services vary in intensity depending on student needs. Students with the most intense needs would receive scheduled services for a longer duration, and with more individualization.

High School Guidelines for AIS

• Students who scored at a level 1 on the 8th grade NYS assessment will receive the most intensive services. This could include service both in the class and as a pull out service that meets separately from class.

• Students who scored at a lower level 2 on the 8th grade NYS assessment will receive services – 1 in 4 days.

• Students who scored at an upper level 2 on the 8th grade NYS assessment will receive services at a monitor level or through push in services with the AIS teacher.

• Students who score below a 55 on any State Regents Exam(s) will receive exam remediation services to either receive RCT or Regents credit.

The Brockport Central School District is committed to providing a wide range of educational services in the regular education classroom in order to provide students the support services necessary to learn and achieve. The Instructional Support Team’s (IST) process at Brockport High School focuses on pre-referral intervention for at-risk students and identification of specific academic and/or behavioral difficulties.

Instructional SupportTeam

The Brockport Central School District has formed committees to conduct meetings and oversee student evaluation and progress. The members of the Instructional Support Team are:

• School Psychologist• Counselor • General Education Teacher(s)• Special Education Teacher(s)• Academic Instructional Support Teacher• Administrator


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Studio In Art Grades: 9-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: None Credit: 1.0 Examination: Local & Portfolio AssessmentStudio in Art is a comprehensive foundation course. It is designed to acquaint the art student with the scope of the entire art program. It provides the student with a range of art experiences emphasizing visual perception and the development of drawing and design skills in creating works of art. Students gain knowledge of art materials and resources, respond to and analyze works of art, and gain understanding of the cultural dimensions and contributions of art, and art history. Studio in Art meets the one unit of art or music requirement for graduation. It is the prerequisite for all other advanced level courses in the BHS Art program. A sketchbook journal is required and a portfolio is initiated.

Drawing & Painting I* Grades: 10-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Studio in Art Credit: 1.0 Examination: Portfolio AssessmentThis is a course designed to develop the student’s artistic skills in drawing and painting through the exposure to a variety of techniques and materials. There is a continued study of the cultural and historic influences on art-making as well as the development of critical thinking skills. A sketchbook is required of each student. Work must be saved for the portfolio as it is used for evaluation and assessment purposes.

Drawing & Painting II* Grades: 11-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Drawing and Painting I Credit: 1.0Examination: Portfolio Assessment Drawing & Painting II offers in-depth study of a wide variety of media and techniques. Students will study and be inspired by the art works of contemporary and master artists and art movements. Students are exposed to a wide array of visual experiences that encourage creativity and individuality. A sketchbook is required of each student. Work must be saved for the portfolio as it is used for evaluation and assessment purposes.

*Senior art majors may take Drawing & Painting II and Advanced Studio in Art or Portfolio Development simultaneously.

Advanced Studio in Art/Advanced Placement*Grade: 12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Drawing & Credit: 1.0 Painting I and II Examination: AP Portfolio AssessmentThis course is an opportunity for the art major to explore more advanced art techniques while fulfilling the Advanced Placement requirements for either the Drawing Portfolio or Two-Dimensional Design Portfolio. Students may earn up to six college credits by submitting a specific portfolio of work. (See instructor). Payment of AP exam is required. Registration in both Advanced Studio and Portfolio Development is recommended. Use of the computer as an artistic tool is incorporated into the course work. Conflicts with the 3-1-3 program may be worked out with the permission of the instructor.

Portfolio Development/Advanced Placement*Grade: 12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Drawing & Credit: 1.0 Painting I and II Examination: AP Portfolio AssessmentThe emphasis of this course is to complete the requirements necessary to receive Advanced Placement credit and develop a college art program admission portfolio. The course provides students with a learning experience equivalent to that of an introductory college course in studio art foundation. It allows art majors opportunity for additional studio time to develop mastery skills in concept, technique and composition of drawing, painting and design. Registration in both Portfolio Development and Advanced Studio in Art is recommended. Conflicts with the 3-1-3 Program may be worked out with the permission of the instructor.

All students are required to complete one (1) unit of Art or Music. A five-unit sequence is achieved by completing Studio in Art and additional courses that total four units of art. The submission of a portfolio is required by those students planning to use art as a sequence for their Regents diploma for Advanced Designation. Elective courses suggested for those art majors wishing to develop a college art program admission portfolio are marked with an*. Advanced Placement credit is available for students taking Advanced Studio in Art, Portfolio Development, and 3-D Design Portfolio.

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3-D Design Portfolio/Advanced Placement*Grade: 12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Studio in Art, Credit: 1.0 Studio in Ceramics I or Studio in SculptureExamination: AP PortfolioThe 3-D Design Portfolio course is intended to address a broad interpretation of sculptural issues in depth and space. Students will explore a variety of three-dimensional forms and techniques. Such approaches may be additive, subtractive and/or fabricated that may include traditional sculpture, ceramics or metalwork. Students will receive individualized instruction to successfully complete the 3-D Design Portfolio requirements for Advanced Placement credit and prepare a college art program admission portfolio.

Studio in Ceramics I Grades: 10-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: Studio in Art Credit: .5Examination: Portfolio AssessmentCeramics I is an introductory course that will acquaint the student with the processes and techniques of handcrafted clay construction. Students will be encouraged to create individual designs in clay and understand the relationships of form and function. This course includes experimentation with various methods of clay hand-building. Students will also be made aware of the historic and contemporary uses of clay as well as how rendering of clay objects employs the same basic elements of artistry and craftsmanship that are common to all forms of art.

Studio in Ceramics II Grades: 10-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: Studio in Ceramics I Credit: .5 Examination: Portfolio AssessmentThis course is designed for students interested in developing further clay construction and glazing skills. This course covers many advanced and sculptural approaches to working with clay. Students draw upon their knowledge of the historic and aesthetic aspects of clay construction, as they strive to create ceramic pieces of greater complexity.

Studio in Jewelry making/MetalsmithingGrades: 10-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: Studio in Art Credit: .5Examination: Portfolio Assessment The primary focus of this course is to acquaint students with the process of metalsmithing. Students will be expected to apply their knowledge of the basic principles and elements of art learned in Studio in Art to designing jewelry and small sculptural items. Students will study the historical and cultural significance of personal adornment. The use of alternate materials such as paper, plastic, and found objects will also be explored as materials for the creation of jewelry.

Photography I Grades: 10-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: Studio in Art Credit: .5 strongly recommendedExamination: Local and Portfolio AssessmentThis course is designed to give students an understanding of photography as both a means of communication and as an art form. Topics will include: the history of photography, use of a SLR camera, developing film, making quality prints, mounting photographs for display, careers in photography,and the critical evaluation of photographs using appropriate terminology. Students will create a portfolio of their photographic work.

Photography II Grades: 11-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: Photo I, Studio in Art Credit: .5 is strongly recommended Examination: Portfolio AssessmentThis course builds upon the traditional photographic processes learned in Photo I as well as the use of computer and digital technology, the use of a digital camera and digital imaging software into the making of photographic images. Students will complete a portfolio of work demonstrating their knowledge of these advanced skills.

Studio in Computer Art Grades: 11-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: Studio in Art Credit: .5Examination: Portfolio AssessmentComputers are widely used for the creation of illustrations, graphics applications, multimedia and design work. This course is designed to familiarize the student with computer graphics applications. Students will gain a basic understanding of the computer as a vital and unique artistic tool. Students will work with programs designed for drawing, painting, multimedia, and photo manipulation. A digital portfolio of artwork will be created.

Studio In SculptureGrades: 10-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: Studio in Art Credit: .5Examination: Portfolio Assessment This course will introduce students to the fundamental skills used to create three-dimensional design and sculptural works of art. With an emphasis on studio production, students will explore a variety of materials, sculptural processes and basic design concepts of form, mass and space in sculpture. Students will learn the proper and safe use of basic tools required to create three-dimensional forms. The course will include both traditional and contemporary approaches through an ongoing discussion of the history of sculpture and research of contemporary sculptor artists. .


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The Business and Career Education Department offers a wide variety of courses, both full year and semester to prepare students for learning and working in the 21st Century. *For students seeking a Regents Diploma with Advanced Designation, students may acquire 5 units in Business to be exempt from the LOTE requirement (please refer to graduation requirements located in the beginning of this guide).

Business and

Career Education

Department

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Corporate CommunicationsGrade: 12 Length: Full YearPrerequisites: Successful completion Credit: 1.0 of English III and the ELA exam.Examination: Portfolio AssessmentStudents in this course employ character education with Habits of Mind and engage in a hands-on, virtual corporation learning experience. Students are presented with an opportunity to value education and embrace a global vision while meeting state standards. Students will learn to manage effectively, communicate clearly, and reason in a complex workplace. The student becomes a knowledgeable leader, prepared to make decisions to solve problems. The course is learner-centered and involves both independent study and learning cooperatively with others. This course may be used as a fourth unit of English, or the course may be selected as a single elective business course.

Small Business Management -EntrepreneurismGrades: 11-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: None Credit: 1.0Examination: LocalDo you know someone who owns his or her own business? Do you want to be your own boss? Would you like to run a highly successful company in the future? These are only a few of the reasons why thousands of people in the US become entrepreneurs. In this class you will learn how to select products and services to sell, determine who your customers are, learn how to market and finance a business; manage employees and more. You will also learn how to put together a business plan and will create a complete plan by the end of the course. This class will be extremely hands on, requiring you, as a student and potential entrepreneur, to overcome challenges and think creatively to solve problems and accomplish numerous tasks. You will be required to work collaboratively with your classmates throughout the course and your effort will directly affect your success.

Full-Year Courses: AccountingGrades: 10-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: None Credit: 1.0Examination: LocalAccounting is designed as an introduction to bookkeeping and accounting systems with emphasis on the computer accounting cycle. The principal aims of this course are to prepare the students for successful participation in a variety of office and business occupations and to give students the necessary background for an entry level college accounting course. Accounting provides business and non-business majors with a basic understanding of business. Computer applications are incorporated in the course. This course may be used as a third unit of math credit depending upon individual graduation plans. Please refer to your counselor for further information.

College AccountingGrades: 11-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: GPA 85% Credit: 1.0 BHS Examination: Local /4.0 MCCThis course is Monroe Community College’s Accounting 101 and is designed for students in good academic standing who plan to attend college. We will survey aspects of both financial and managerial accounting from a user’s perspective. Topics examined include the accounting cycle and the preparation and analysis of financial statements. Students may earn four (4) college credits through Monroe Community College dependent upon total student enrollment requests. This course may be used as a third or fourth unit of math credit depending upon individual graduation plans. Please refer to your counselor for further information.

Business and Consumer LawGrades: 10-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: None Credit: 1.0Examination: LocalThis course emphasizes the role of law in the business, sports, and entertainment industries, as well as the personal rights and obligations of individuals. General areas of study include contracts, torts, and transactions. May be used as elective credit in Social Studies. *This course will be offered for 2012-2013.


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Introduction to MarketingGrades: 9-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: None Credit: 1.0Examination: Project Assessment and Local*This course will be offered for the 2013-2014 School year.

Microsoft Office with Keyboarding Communications Grades: 9-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: None Credit: 1.0 BHSExamination: Local 4.0 MCCIn the computer age, keyboarding is a necessary skill. This course is designed to teach students the touch system of typing. Proper documentation arrangement of memos, charts, tables, reports, outlines, and term papers will be introduced. This class will help students practice business writing and oral communication skills as they work on a variety of projects encountered in the business environment. Students will improve their nonverbal communication skills, as well as improve their listening and writing skills in a broad manner, including the basics of effective communication. Students will have extensive use of Microsoft Office 2007 applications such as MS Word and MS Powerpoint for presentations and have some exposure to MS Excel and MS Access. This course is extremely helpful to both the college-bound student and students entering the work force. This course may be used to earn four (4) college credits through Monroe Community College dependant upon total student enrollment requests.

Math and FinanceGrades: 10-12 Length: Full YearExamination: Local Credit: 1.0This interdisciplinary business course option is designed to meet the third unit of a Math sequence and/or be included in a Career and Technical Education sequence. This course encourages critical thinking, decision-making, and essential math skills in a practical, real-world environment. Topics include: loans/banking, annuities, credit, investment, payroll, interest, budgeting/depreciation, and financial statement analysis. This course may be used as a third unit of math credit depending upon individual graduation plans. Please refer to your counselor for further information.

Sports and Entertainment MarketingGrades: 10-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: None Credit: 1.0Examination: LocalThis is an exciting new course designed to teach marketing principles from a different angle. The sports industry continues to grow by leaps and bounds. In professional sports, marketing is used everyday. Players compete for higher salaries and their agents aim to find the highest bidder. Owners find ways to attract more fans, sell more merchandise, and increase the value of their teams. Fans travel to sporting events, watch sports on television and play sports on the amateur level. Marketing is essential to make all of this happen, and careers related to sports marketing are developing across the globe. The Entertainment marketing segment deals with the music and film industries, recreational activities like travel and tourism, and various other pastimes. The distribution, pricing, selling, and public relations of the entertainment and sports world keeps students interested and excited about the endless possibilities that marketing offers.

CIP: Career Internship Program (NYS Best Practices)Grade: 12 Length: Semester/ Prerequisite: Minimum GPA 83%, Full Year unofficial transcript, Credit:. 5 or 1.0 letter of recommendation, interview and application submitted by last Friday in May (for fall) and November (for spring) semesters. Examination: LocalREQUIREMENT: Student must be in good academic standing and maintain a minimum GPA of 83%. This NYS Best Practices program is a non-paid practical career studies program whereby students participate in the real world of work. Students choose an internship where they receive hands-on experience for their specific career interest. This is particularly helpful in applying to colleges and the world of work. For one full unit of credit, students must receive 108 hours at their approved internship site, and 20 scheduled seminar days. CIP Credit will appear on Brockport’s official school transcript as a locally approved course. (See brochure for details about application forms.) Examples of previous internships: cardiology, genetic lab work, surgical intensive care unit, education, veterinarian medicine, law, etc. Students must provide their own transportation.

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General Work ExperienceGrade: 12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Students must be Credit: 1.0 employed previous to applying for this program. Employment must be maintained throughout the course of the program to be eligible for continued early release.Examination: LocalThis is a NYSED approved work-based learning program. Seniors who are employed part-time are eligible for this program. Students attend weekly class seminars in conjunction with their part-time work hours to accumulate necessary program hours for diploma credit. Topics of study include state and federal labor laws, work force changes and trends, taxes, employment benefits and employer/employee relationships and responsibilities. Students are required to maintain employment throughout the duration of the course and submit necessary information for program records. Employers are also required to comply with program records and requirements. This course may be used to earn three (3) or six (6) college credits through Monroe Community College dependant upon total student enrollment requests.

Semester Courses:Career and Financial ManagementGrades: 9-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: None Credit: .5This course is required of all students seeking a sequence in technology, Project Lead the Way or business. The course introduces the student to the career selection process and the realities of the working world. Students learn how to complete a number of self assesments, explore career options, and create career plans, as they plan for post-secondary education and their career goals. In addition to resume writing and interview preparation students will learn to select, apply for, and maintain employment. In the financial planning units, topics will cover financial planning, budgeting, investing, using credit wisely and insurance. Focus is also placed on managing personal financial resources such as savings and checking accounts.

Introduction to BusinessGrades: 9-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: None Credit: .5 This course is designed to make students aware of economic systems, sources, resources and how each individual contributes to the economic system both nationally and globally. We will investigate how businesses are affected by economics and how business decisions are made. In addition, this course allows students to examine the different organizational forms of business as well as the functions of production, financing and marketing. After taking this course you will gain beneficial knowledge of the business world and understand important concepts necessary for life. Students may also choose to use this course for dual-credit, and receive three (3) college credits through Monroe Community College dependant upon total student enrollment requests.

Keyboarding with Microsoft WordGrades: 9-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: None Credit: .5Examination: LocalThis course is a half-year course designed to present the fundamental operating techniques and keyboard mastery necessary to type personal-use material. Students will acquire the touch method of typing using many of the useful features of MS Word 2007. Students learn to format a variety of personal and business documents such as term papers, outlines, manuscripts, letters and memos. Upon completion of this class, students are familiar with many word processing commands including: headers, footers, footnotes, cut/paste, columns, clip art, word art, and mail merge. This course is extremely helpful to college-bound students. This course may be used to earn three (3) college credits through Monroe Community College dependant upon total student enrollment requests.


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Criminal JusticeGrades: 11-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: None Credit: .5Examination: LocalThis course explores current issues teenagers face today in our criminal justice system. Topics include; youthful offender status, criminal responsibility, school violence, prosecution of teenage offenders, teenagers as victims, and the growing concern of street gangs in our society. This course may be used as elective credit in Social Studies.

College Criminal JusticeGrades: 11-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: GPA 80% Credit: .5 BHSExamination: Local 3.0 MCCThis course examines all three segments of the criminal justice system: law enforcement, courts, and prisons. Topics for this course include the evolution of law, law enforcement agencies, social and psychological issues, structure, and career opportunities. Current issues and cases are examined extensively. This course may be used to earn three (3) college credits through Monroe Community College dependant upon total student enrollment requests. This course may be used as elective credit in Social Studies.

Desktop Publishing Grades: 9-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: Knowledge of the PC, Credit: .5 keyboard and mouse is strongly recommended Examination: LocalThis half-year fun filled computer course introduces students to the personal computer and provides them with hands-on experience in designing and producing modern business forms including, but not limited to, letterheads, flyers, brochures, calendars and newsletters. Students will use Microsoft Word, Microsoft Publisher, Photoshop Elements and the Internet to produce professional looking documents for personal and business use. Topics will also include use of the digital camera and scanning images. Guest speakers from area businesses will be invited to discuss design techniques and marketing strategies.

Advanced Desktop PublishingGrades: 9-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: Desktop Publishing Credit: .5Examination: LocalThis half-year fun filled computer course is designed to build on skills learned in Desktop Publishing. Students will complete a comprehensive project that encompasses fun, strategy and creativity that will promote real-world practice and reinforcement in page layout and design of business and personal documents. Students will develop advanced skills using MS Publisher and will be introduced to Adobe PageMaker. Guest speakers from area businesses will be invited to discuss design techniques and marketing strategies.

College Preparation 11Grade: 11 Length: Spring Prerequisite: College-bound semester Juniors Exam: Portfolio Credit: .5This class will help you get started on your college planning. Some students have never been on a college campus nor have any idea what to ask college representatives. We will take you to Buffalo to visit with Admissions Representatives to talk about their college and give you an opportunity to ask questions, see classrooms, dorm rooms and college life. Last year we were able to see University of Buffalo, Daemen College, Medaille College, Canisius College and Buff State. (Medaille even treated us to lunch!) Learn what you need to know before you start visiting college campuses on your own. Get ready to start planning for your “SENIOR YEAR” and the college admissions process.

Before you send in a college application you need to get ready for the SAT or ACT tests. Which would you rather do…spend all your free time at home studying for the SAT/ACT tests you will need to take in the Spring of your Junior year or sign up to take a class that gives you time to practice online SAT tests and earn a ½ unit of credit while doing so? Students asked for a class to give them time to practice test taking strategies, and now we are providing this opportunity for you. Earn credit while you study! And when you are finished worrying about your SAT, start researching colleges and set up summer visits.

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College Preparation 12Grade: 12 Length: Fall Prerequisite: College-bound Seniors semester Exam: Portfolio Credit: .5

THIS CLASS IS NOT THE SAME AS COLLEGE PREP 11! Here it is, your SENIOR year! Do you know where you are going to college? Have you spent your summer vacation researching and visiting college campuses? Do you have your reference letters in order? Do you know where you are going to get your financial aid from? Do you know how much aid you will need? Do you know what major you want to pursue in college? Do you know the difference between Early Decision, Early Action, or Early Notification? Have you research money for scholarships? What is a grant? When is your college’s deadline for the FAFSA form to be submitted? Do you know what a FAFSA form is? What is the Common App? The SUNY App?

Would you like to take a field trip to Rochester Area colleges? Last year we toured the University of Rochester, St. John Fisher College, Nazareth College, Rochester Institute of Technology and Monroe Community College. This year we would like to add Roberts Wesleyan College and SUNY Brockport to our list.

Were you happy or unhappy with your SAT or ACT scores? We can also provide you time to study in class for those tests. We have an excellent SAT online course which explains all your answers to you. Don’t miss out on an opportunity to have structured class time for us to work closely with you every other day for an entire semester on perfecting your college applications. There is so much to do, and such little time to get everything done. This course is designed for the serious minded student, who is looking forward to researching many colleges. This course is not designed for students seeking to go into military service

College OnlineGrade: 12 Length: Fall/ Prerequisite: Seniors in good Spring Semester academic standing Credit: .5Deadline for applying: June 1/December 1 Requirement: Student pays all costs for online college registration, textbook(s), etc. Course selection must be pre-approved. Accredited courses through SUNY Learning Network System (SLN) which includes community colleges: www.sln.suny.edu. Having trouble finding a high school elective that fits your needs and wants? Would you like to get a jump start on your college education while still in high school? Why not sign up to take an online college course that will help you get started on your degree? When you sign up for an approved online course, you will receive your elective credit at the same time. This new class will allow you to work on your online course during the school day. It will give you an opportunity to appreciate what college level coursework involves, as well as to help you work on your time management skills. In addition to your online class work, you will work on improving your study and communication skills which are necessary in all college coursework.

Look at the SUNY SLN website at www.sln.suny.edu to see what course selections are available to you. All courses must be approved prior to enrollment. Only after you have been given course approval, may you make your payment arrangements with your online college. See Mrs. VanDenburg for further details on the application process.* SLN Campus Online Course & Degree Programs are

accredited by State University of New York campuses - your online course is a SUNY course!

* Students are responsible for checking the SUNY Academic Course Transfer Site to check course transferability between SUNY Campuses

Sport ManagementGrades: 10-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: None (1 in 4) Examination: Portfolio Assessment Credit: .5As the sports industry has grown, the need has increased for sports managers with specialized business skills and training. This course is designed for students who would like to pursue careers in the sports industry. The focus of this program is on business application in the key areas of product, people and information management, legal and ethic issues, leadership, facility management, sport finance and accounting, and sport law.


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English I (Regents) Grade: 9 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: None Credit: 1.0Examination: LocalThrough all of the literary works studied, the student will become familiar with particular literary concepts which are emphasized through the writer’s craft. In addition to the basic text, all classes read a minimum of two novels chosen from a large variety of classic and contemporary world literature. A dramatic work during the year is Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Emphasis is placed on the formation of literary analysis skills with the writing process as the primary emphasis of expression of these analyses. Appropriate vocabulary development, chosen from the literary works, is conducted throughout the year. State standards are addressed, as in all English classes.

English I (Honors) Grade: 9 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: English 8 - 89% or Credit: 1.0 higher and teacher recommendationExamination: LocalEnglish I-H is designed for the academically-oriented student who is interested in the challenge of great literature and welcomes the opportunity to test his or her talents for literary interpretation and both creative and analytical writing, while developing higher-level thinking skills.The Honors class is characterized by a more rapid pace, more frequent opportunities for written expression and a challenging reading schedule. Students should be motivated to face a more rigorous reading load and writing expectations. Vocabulary development is an on-going process throughout the year. State standards are addressed, as in all English classes, and preparation for the New York State Regents in English is begun.

Four years of English credit are required to graduate from Brockport High School. All courses follow the New York State guidelines that suggest an integrated approach to the teaching of language arts. All students must demonstrate competency in Reading and Writing. This requirement must be satisfied by passing the Language Arts Assessment.

English II (Regents) Grade: 10 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: English I Credit: 1.0Examination: LocalThis course is designed to provide more development in thinking, writing, reading, speaking and listening skills. Variety in literature will include classics, novels, plays, short stories, articles, essays, poetry and other selected non-fiction. Students are required to write a research paper which develops investigative, analytical and organizational skills. State standards continue to be addressed, as in all English classes.

English II (Honors) Grade: 10 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: English I - 89% or Credit: 1.0 higher and teacher recommendationExamination: Local This course is designed to challenge students who have demonstrated a high level of proficiency in both reading and writing. The reading is substantial and the writing requirements are rigorous. In addition to the literature assigned in class, students read independent selections of either fiction or non-fiction from a list of choices supplied by the teacher. Assessments challenge students to use higher order thinking skills, creativity, and to prepare oral presentations for the class. Students become familiar with and practice strategies required for success on the ELA they will take at the completion of their junior year. State standards continue to be addressed, as in all English classes.

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English III (Regents) Grade: 11 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: English II Credit: 1.0Examination: Comprehensive English RegentsIn this course, students will study American literature. The study will include poetry, essays, short stories, novels and classic drama. Students will also write poems, various types of essays (including interpretative), and original stories. The use of correct mechanics, spelling, and appropriate use of vocabulary are emphasized. Students will participate in class discussions and the oral presentations of various writings (personal and professional). Considerable attention will be given to preparation for the NYS Regents assessment in Language Arts.

AP English III: Language & CompositionGrade: 11 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: English II Honors Credit: 1.0 - 89% or higher and teacher recommendationExamination: AB English Language & Composition The purpose of this course is to help students write effectively and confidently in their college courses across the curriculum and in their professional and personal lives. Students are expected to read critically a variety of expository, analytical, and argumentative writing, which appropriately will serve as models for the types of writing expected throughout the course. The focus of a thoughtful, analytical, and rigorous academic approach to understanding writing is maintained through reading and analyzing a variety of nonfiction materials and making students attentive to author’s purpose, audience, and the tools of the language, such as syntax, word choice, and tone. Students will be responsible to study and synthesize primary and secondary source materials with appropriate and accurate MLA citation, write in a variety of rhetorical modes, and use the writing process with special focus on editing, drafting, and reflection, to gain understanding of writing, personal growth, and language.

English IV (Regents) Grade: 12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: completion of Credit: 1.0 English III Regents Examination: LocalEnglish IV is a reading and writing intensive course which focuses on independent analysis, extensive research, creative thinking, and formal communication skills in preparation for commencement. Students will read a variety of literature and be engaged in learning activities including research, debates, creative writing, and film study. Students will complete a Senior Growth Portfolio which emphasizes creating a meaningful learning experience in their senior year of study.

3-1-3 English Honors 12 Grade: 12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Enrollment in Credit: 1.0 the 3-1-3 program Examination: LocalEnglish 3-1-3 is a two-semester (full year) world literature and writing course. Students will read literature from the Ancient Near East, Greece and Rome, India, the Medieval Arab world, Medieval China, Europe and Central America. The class will focus on comparative essay composition and analysis with many opportunities to connect and respond constructively to a wide range of topics based on the literature read throughout the course. Students enrolled in this course will be expected to recognize some of the literary traditions that carry themes and ideas from one time and place to the next, creating an intellectual history of human civilization

AP English IV Literature Composition Grade: 12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: English III Credit: 1.0Examination: AP Exam Literature and CompositionAP English IV is a college-level, introductory course in literature and composition leading to proficiency in college English, perceptions and skills. The year’s study will provide students with a broad outline of British literature, history and philosophy beginning with Beowulf and culminating with Beckett’s Waiting for Godot. The course content emphasizes quality of perception. Therefore, the homework load is designed to be challenging, but not oppressive. Students are encouraged to take the College Entrance Examination Board Advanced Placement Exam in May.

Corporate CommunicationsGrade: 12 Length: Full YearPrerequisites: Successful completion Credit: 1.0 of English III and the ELA exam.Examination: Portfolio AssessmentStudents in this course employ character education with Habits of Mind and engage in a hands-on, virtual corporation learning experience. Students are presented with an opportunity to value education and embrace a global vision while meeting state standards. Students will learn to manage effectively, communicate clearly, and reason in a complex workplace. The student becomes a knowledgeable leader, prepared to make decisions to solve problems. The course is learner-centered and involves both independent study and learning cooperatively with others. This course may be used as a fourth unit of English, or the course may be selected as a single elective business course.


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Creative Writing Grades: 10-12 Length: Semester Prerequisite: Completion of English I Credit: .5Examination: LocalCreative Writing is an elective course for students who want to develop their writing skills in fiction, creative non-fiction, poetry and drama. Basic writing techniques will be practiced through the use of creativity exercises, writing and reading assignments and constructive and supportive feedback from the instructor and student peers. As students develop their own style of writing and find their own “voice,” they will be encouraged to contribute to the BHS online literary magazine, The Quill and/or literary publications outside of school. Writing markets for teens will be explored, and students will be encouraged to submit their best work for possible publication. Students may repeat Creative Writing for an additional .5 credit (as Creative Writing II) but must submit a portfolio.

Film Study Grades: 11-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: Completion of English I Credit: .5*Examination: LocalFilm is a form of literature. It has its own vocabulary, its own form and its own multi-sensory impact. Like any literature, it bears the potential to entertain, educate, illuminate, and also manipulate. By considering the form, function, development and potential impacts of the film medium, students can become more discerning viewers.

In this course, students will view approximately 16 feature-length motion pictures. After becoming familiar with film vocabulary, students will see a visual history of film, learn about its technical and thematic development, and study different film genres, directors and time periods. Students will discuss and write about the films they view. In place of a final exam, students in small groups will develop a scenario, storyboard and shooting script for an original film.

Science Fiction and Fantasy LitGrades: 10-1 Length: Full Year or Half YearPrerequisite: English I Credit: .5Students will be exposed to a variety of sci-fi titles, ranging from the canonized classics to modern award-winning novels. Emphasis will be placed on the connections sci-fi makes to the real world. Students will explore the essential questions: Who am I? How do I relate to others? What kind of a world do I want to live in? The course is reading-intensive, but will also feature a variety of short papers, ranging from research to creative. Students will be expected to discuss the literature at length, engage in a variety of activities, and use their imaginations on a daily basis.

Public Speaking Grades: 10-12 Length: Full Year (1 in 4)Prerequisite: English I Credit: .5Examination: LocalFor some students, speaking in public is an easy, enjoyable experience. For others, it is a frightening ordeal. This class will accommodate both types of students. Participants will learn strategies to use their abilities persuasively and to accommodate their concerns cleverly. They will build confidence and experience and enhance their public speaking potential. Students will learn to catch and hold the attention of their audience. Students will encounter various speech situations from persuasion to oral interpretation. They will present personal ideas and specialized knowledge through demonstration, interactive lecture, group process and a personalized final presentation.

Journalism Grades: 11-12 Length: Full Year or Half YearPrerequisite: English I/II Credit: .5 Examination: Local This course is designed to give students an opportunity to explore investigative reporting and informative writing. Lessons will include instruction and hands-on training in all areas of putting a paper to press. Students will learn proper interview techniques, receive instruction and practice in writing informative articles and editorials, revise and edit articles, and take an active part in creating our BHS Herald.

Improvisational Theatre Grades: 10-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: English I (1 in 4)Examination: Local Credit: .5Improvisational Theater is an introduction to acting techniques, focusing on spontaneity and concentration. Despite the lack of written material, improvisation is a skill that can be increased through learning and practice. By experimenting in various improvisational settings, and by studying some historical types of improvisation from 16th century Commedia dell’arte to Saturday Night Live, students will gain greater fluency in the art of improvisation and transfer that learning to a scripted performance.

Please be advised the Brockport High School English Department is changing course content at each grade level to reflect College and Career readiness standards as dictated by the Common Core Curriculum and Race to the Top Legislation.

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Languages Other Than English -

Level 1: French Grade: All levels Length: Full YearPrerequisite: None Credit: 1.0Examination: Local/Proficiency examLevel 1 is designed for students who have never had any prior language experience in French. Students must pass this course or the proficiency exam in the High School in order to graduate. French I will be offered annually for students needing the LOTE credit for graduation or for students interested in starting French.

Level 2: French and SpanishGrades: 9-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Level 1 or proficiency Credit: 1.0 exam credit Examination: LocalLevel 2 is designed for students who want to continue the study of a foreign language and are pursuing a sequence in this area. It continues the development of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. More vocabulary is acquired, further grammatical structures are presented, and the study of culture is integrated throughout.

Level 3: French and Spanish Grades: 9-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Level 2 Credit: 1.0Examination: LocalLevel 3 continues to advance all communication skills and the study of culture in preparation for the comprehensive exam. In order to receive a Regents Diploma with Advanced Designation, students must pass the comprehensive exam and the level 3 course.

*Level 4: French and Spanish Grades: 11-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Level 3 Credit: 1.0Examination: LocalLevel 4 is designed for students who choose to continue the study of a foreign language. Spontaneity and fluency in the target language are developed through small conversational groups, writing samples, oral presentations and by reading short literary works.

*Level 5: French and Spanish Grade: 12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Level 4 Credit: 1.0Examination: Local Level 5 is designed for students who choose to study language in a college-type setting. It is a continuation of the skills begun in Level 4. Culture study continues through the readings that are chosen. Senior students may receive 3-1-3 credit if they are enrolled in the 3-1-3 program through the College at Brockport.* In addition to one high school credit, students not in 3-1-3 may enroll in a Monroe Community College Program for a reduced tuition fee and earn three college level credits. This would be a total of six credits for taking both level 4 and 5.

In order to graduate, students must have completed a unit of a foreign language by the end of 12th grade (most students will accomplish this by the end of 8th grade). Three (3) units of a foreign language are the minimum requirement for a diploma with Advanced Designation. For students who plan to attend college, Levels 4 and 5 are recommended.

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Health Education is a course designed for students in grades 9, 10, 11, or 12. All students must successfully complete 1/2 credit of Health as a state requirement in order to graduate from Brockport High School.

Health Grades: 9-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: None Credit: .5Examination: LocalHealth is a NYS graduation requirement course for all students. It is designed to teach beneficial knowledge and skills that encourage students to think critically about how the decisions they make will affect their lives today and in the future. Topics included are: wellness, nutrition, stress management, suicide prevention, conflict resolution, healthy relationships, STD prevention, CPR, and much more. It is a highly interactive class that you will enjoy…because it is about you!

Advanced Health –Health, Family and Society Grades: 11-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: State Mandated Credit: .5 Health Course College Credit: 2The focus of this course is to understand the societal influences and apply the concepts of wellness and holistic health within our families. Specific issues will include multiple dimensions of health, prevention of lifestyle diseases, and exploring choices that promote family and individual health and wellness. Students are not required to enroll for Dual Credit. This is an opportunity for students that we offer through MCC.

Responding To Emergencies: First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional RescuerGrades: 11-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: None Credit: 0.5 Health Course Examination: LocalCertifications: ARC RTEFA (3 year), CPR/AED Pro Rescuer (1 year)Provide the student responder with the knowledge and skills necessary to help sustain life and minimize the consequences of injury or sudden illness until advanced medical help arrives. To teach professional rescuers (those with a duty to act and provide care) the skills needed to respond appropriately to breathing and cardiac emergencies, including the use of an automated external defibrillator for victims of sudden cardiac arrest. This program contains the following components: First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (Adult CPR, Adult AED, Child CPR, Child AED, Infant CPR).

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Grade

9 Algebra 1A Algebra 1* Regents Geometry R/H**

10 Algebra 1B* Regents Geometry** Algebra 2/TrigRegents H***

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Regents Algebra 2/Trig*** or Local Algebra 2/Trig

Pre-Calculus H

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AP Calculus AB

Math DepartmentStudents will be required to obtain three credits in mathematics and will have two types of diploma options. All students will have to pass the Integrated Algebra Regents in order to obtain a Regents Diploma. Those students wishing to pursue a Regents Diploma with Advanced Designation will also have to pass both the Geometry and Algebra 2/Trig Regents.

Possible progressions of math courses at Brockport High School:

* Students will take the Integrated Algebra Regents in June of Algebra I and Algebra IB. This exam is required for graduation.

** Students will take the Geometry Regents Examination in June of the Geometry Regents course.

*** Students will take the Algebra 2/Trig Regents Examination in June of the Algebra 2/Trig Regents class.

Algebra IA Grade: 9 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: See course description Credit: 1.0Examination: Local in JuneThis course is designed for the student whose background indicates a need for a slower-paced presentation of math topics. Indicators include receiving a Level I or II on the Math 8 State Assessment and/or counselor/teacher recommendation. This class is the first of two courses covering algebraic and statistical structure, application, and problem solving. Extended time on task and exposure to alternative methods of solution will be an integral part of this course. It is the goal that students placed in the Algebra IA/Algebra IB courses will be better prepared for Geometry and the Integrated Algebra Regents Exam.

Algebra IB Grade: 10 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Successful completion Credit: 1.0 of Algebra IA Examination: Integrated Algebra Regents in JuneThis course is designed for the student whose background indicates a need for a slower-paced presentation of math topics. It is the second of two courses covering algebraic and statistical structure, application, and problem solving. Extended time on task and exposure to alternative methods of solution will be an integral part of this course. It is the goal that students placed in the Algebra IA/Algebra IB courses will be better prepared for the Integrated Algebra Regents. Typically these students will loop with their teacher from Algebra IA.

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Algebra I Grade: 9 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: See course description Credit: 1.0Examination: Integrated Algebra Regents in JuneThis is the first course of a three-year Regents sequence in mathematics. It covers algebraic and statistical structure, application, and problem solving. Alternative methods of solution and application will be an integral part of this course. Due to the pace and rigor of this course it is recommended that students receive a Level 3 or 4 on the Math 8 State Assessment. It is the goal that students placed in this course will be prepared for success in the Regents Geometry course and the Integrated Algebra Regents Exam.

Local Geometry Grades: 10-11 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Successful completion Credit: 1.0 of Algebra 1B or Algebra 1Examination: Local in JuneThis course could be used as the third year of high school math. This course is designed for the student who benefits from additional time spent on topics. Topics include: transformational geometry, coordinate geometry, congruent and similar triangles, and properties of triangles, quadrilaterals and circles. A major emphasis of this course is to allow students to investigate geometric situations.

Regents Geometry Grades: 9-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: 75% or above final average Credit: 1.0 in Algebra 1, 75% or above on Int. Algebra RegentsExamination: Geometry Regents in JuneThis is the second course of the three-year Regents sequence. Students will have the opportunity to make conjectures about geometric situations and prove in a variety of ways, both formaland informal, that their conclusion follows logically from their hypothesis. This course is meant to employ an integrated approach to the study of geometric relationships. Topics include: Euclidean geometry, transformational geometry, coordinate geometry, and circular functions.

Regents Geometry H Grades: 9-10 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: 85% or above final average Credit: 1.0 in Algebra I; 85% or above on Integrated Algebra Regents Exam; Teacher recommendation. Examination: Geometry Regents in JuneThis is a course designed for advanced Geometry students. The entire Geometry curriculum will be covered with mastery on the Geometry Regents expected. Topics include: Euclidean geometry, transformational geometry, coordinate geometry, and circular functions. Enrichment of all topics will be integrated throughout the course.

Local Algebra 2/Trig Grades: 11-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Successful completion Credit: 1.0 of Local Geometry or Regents GeometryExamination: Local in JuneThis is a course designed for the motivated Math student who plans on continuing math in high school or in college. It is a skills-based course with an emphasis on extending algebra skills. A focus of the course is to explore connections between algebraic and graphical solutions to problems. Topics include algebra; coordinate geometry and a study of linear, quadratic, trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential functions.

Regents Algebra 2/Trig Grades: 10-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Successful completion Credit: 1.0 of Regents Geometry or Local Algebra 2/Trig and teacher recommendation (data has shown that students who are not recommended for this level are typically unsuccessful in earning credit and passing the Algebra 2/Trig Regents.)Examination: Algebra 2/Trig Regents in JuneThis is the third of the three-year Regents sequence. Topics include: complex numbers, relations and functions, circular functions, trigonometry, probability and statistics. Students will prepare for and take the Algebra 2/Trig Regents exam in June. A minimum cumulative average of 80 in Algebra 1 and Regents Geometry is recommended.

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Regents Algebra 2/Trig H Grades: 10-11 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: 85% or above final average Credit: 1.0 in Regents Geometry; 85% or above on Geometry Regents Exam; 85% or above on Integrated Algebra Regents Exam; and teacher recommendation.Examination: Algebra 2/Trig Regents in JuneThis course consists of an enrichment of the topics studied in Algebra 2/Trig. Greater emphasis and depth of study will be pursued in the areas of: algebraic techniques for complex numbers and radicals, factoring, trigonometric proofs, composite functions, complex fractions and matrices. Students will prepare for and take the Algebra 2/Trig Regents exam in June.

College Prep Math Grade: 12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Local Algebra 2/Trig or Credit: 1.0 Regents Algebra2/TrigExamination: Local in JuneThis full year course is designed to give the college bound student a fourth year of math. It will enhance their math skills to allow them to be successful in a college level math class. Course topics will include SAT/ACT preparation, advanced algebra skills, trigonometry review, statistics, and business math. This coure is intended for the student who has struggled with past regents courses and needs to focus on building a solid mathematical foundation, prior ro entering college.

Pre-Calculus Grades: 11-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Successful completion Credit: 1.0 of Regents Algebra 2/Trig Examination: Local in JuneThis is a full-year course designed for students who intend to pursue a math or science career in college. This course consists of the study of functions and their application. Functions and models investigated include linear, polynomial, logarithmic, exponential and trigonometric. This is a pre-calculus course totally integrated with a graphing calculator. A minimum cumulative average of 80 in Algebra I, Regents Geometry, and Regents Algebra 2/Trig is recommended.

Pre-Calculus Honors Grades: 11-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: 85% or above final average Credit: 1.0 in Regents Algebra 2/Trig; 85% or above on Algebra 2/Trig Regents exam; teacher recommendation.Examination: LocalThis is a pre-calculus course designed for the serious math student who intends to pursue the study of calculus. Functions and their models and applications will be studied in depth. Finite mathematics topics studied include matrices and linear programming. All topics are presented using a graphing calculator.

Advanced Placement Calculus ABGrade: 12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Passing Pre-Calculus Credit: 1 unit or Pre-Calculus Honors; (Possible college credit) a minimum cumulative average of 80% in Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra 2/Trig, and Pre-Calculus is recommended.AP Calculus AB is a college-level course concerned with developing the students’ understanding of the concepts of calculus and providing experience with its methods and applications. The course emphasizes a multi-representational approach to calculus with concepts, results, and problems being expressed geometrically, numerically, analytically, and verbally. A graphing calculator is used as a tool for exploration and discovery and as a problem-solving tool to execute complicated computations, to visualize theoretical concepts, and to verify results. Topics include limits and continuity; derivatives of sums, products, quotients, powers, trig functions, inverse trig functions, logarithmic functions, and exponential functions; chain rule; implicit differentiation; anti-derivatives, indefinite integrals, and definite integrals. Techniques of integration will include the following methods: substitution, integration by parts, trig substitutions, partial fractions, and improper integrals. Applications include curve sketching, optimization problems, velocity and acceleration problems, related rates, area between curves, volumes of surfaces of revolution, volumes with known cross sections, length of a curve, average value of a function, growth and decay, and slope fields. Students will prepare for the Advanced Placement Calculus AB examination given in May. (Colleges may grant advanced placement or credit based on the student’s score on this exam.) A local final examination is given in June.

Interdisciplinary Course Options (Businessand Career Ed. Dept.)

• Accounting - 3rd unit of Math• College Accounting - 3rd or 4th unit of Math• Math and Finance- 3rd unit of Math credit


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Explorations in Music Grades: 9-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: None Credit: 1.0Examination: LocalThis course covers all aspects of music, including music technology, basic recording techniques, music writing skills, music history, and the history of Rock ‘N’ Roll. Students will have an opportunity to learn these skills through active participation and involvement with hands-on activities using pianos, computers, guitars, and drums. This course fulfills the New York State art/music requirement.

Guitar Class Grades: 9-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: None Credit: .5Examination: LocalNote: This course does not fulfill the New York State art/music requirement for graduation. This course covers introductory through advanced guitar skills, including rhythm, open and Barre chords, tab reading, note reading, picking techniques, palm muting, blues techniques, and various styles of playing and musicianship. The course also includes a history of the guitar, guitar players, and guitar music.

Piano Class Grades: 9-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: None Credit: .5Examination: Local

Note: This course does not fulfill the New York State art/music requirement for graduation. This course covers beginning through advanced piano skills, including reading music, playing by ear, learning chords, playing traditional songs and popular music. It includes a history of the piano, piano players, and piano music. Students will be able to try out different styles of playing including jazz, rock, classical, and blues.

African Drumming Grades: 9-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: None Credit: .5Examination: LocalNote: This course does not fulfill the New York State art/music requirement for graduation. This course will provide an opportunity for experiences in playing African drums and other world percussion instruments. Students will perform traditional African rhythms and learn how they are used throughout the African culture. Activities will emphasize aural learning by ear.

Music Theory Grades: 10, 11 and 12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: None Credit: 1.0Examination: LocalThis course teaches the basics of music in depth. First semester studies include the structure of music: notation, melody, rhythm, scales, triads, intervals, sightsinging, rhythmic and melodic dictation. Second semester includes an introduction to harmony, basic keyboard skills and beginning composition.

AP Music Theory Grade: 11-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Music Theory Credit: 1.0Examination: AP and LocalAP Music Theory is an extension of Music Theory I. In AP Theory, the concepts of rhythm, melody and harmonic structure are extended through listening, analysis, sightreading and composition. Units of study include: Secondary Dominants, Modulation, Altered Chords, Counterpoint, Score Analysis, Conducting and Arranging.

All students are required to complete one (1) unit in Art or Music. Courses fulfilling this required unit are

• Band• Chorus• Explorations in Music• Orchestra

A five-unit sequence in Music may also be obtained by taking three years of chorus/orchestra/band and two years of Theory courses. Students are able to participate in two performing ensembles, one instrumental and one vocal.Chorus, Orchestra and Band meet B/D days for 85 minutes. Additional requirements for these large groups include class lessons (40-minute weekly classes rotate throughout the school day) and concerts. Students are excused from lessons to attend announced tests in their other academic classes.

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Independent Study in Music Grade: 12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Interview with Credit: 1.0 instructor and approval of plan of study. Examination: LocalAvailable to music students who desire an in-depth study of musical topics.

BandGrades: 9-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite for Band Ensembles: Examination: LocalPrior study of a band instrument and/or demonstrated proficiency through the audition process.Brockport High School offers two credit-bearing large ensembles: the Wind Ensemble and Concert Band. These groups are divided by experience levels of those students participating. Both groups present public performances at least three times per year. Repertoire consists of music from all periods of music history. Lessons are organized in groups of like instruments and comparable achievement. All students involved with the band form the marching band, which is part of the requirement for band, not an extracurricular activity.

Choruses Grades: 9-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Chorus - None Credit: 1.0 Choir: Successful completion of ChorusExamination: LocalBrockport High School has two credit-bearing choruses: Choir and Chorus. These groups are divided by the experience levels of students participating. Repertoire consists of music from all periods of music history. Students will learn to read music and to use their individual voice in performances. Vocal music lessons are organized in groups by experience/achievement level.

Orchestra Grades: 9-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: None Credit: 1.0Examination: LocalThe Senior High Orchestra is the culmination of the years of study of an orchestral-stringed instrument which traditionally starts in the fourth grade. Repertoire is selected from early classical through the music of today. Orchestra lessons are organized in groups by experience/achievement level.

Symphonic Orchestra Grades: 9-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisites: Participant must be a band or orchestra member in good standing.Examination: NoneAll members of the string orchestra combine with select members from the band for this ensemble. The Symphonic Orchestra provides students with an opportunity to perform orchestral literature. This group rehearses during the activity and Advisement periods.

Blue Notes Grades: 9-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Membership in band, audition, students who are not Band members that play guitar, piano, bass may be considered for membership Examination: LocalNote: This course does not fulfill the New York State art/music requirement for graduation. This course will provide proficient players the opportunity to showcase their talent while increasing their knowledge in the performance practices of jazz idioms. The learning will be performance based with a number of concerts taking place during the school year. Rehearsals will be 2:25-2:55 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Jazz Ensemble Grades: 9-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Membership in band; students who are not Band members that play guitar, piano, bass may be considered for membership Examination: LocalNote: This course does not fulfill the New York State art/music requirement for graduation. This course will provide participants with an interpretive experience of jazz styles and performance practices in the ensemble setting. Instruction in jazz idioms and improvisation geared toward concert performance will be the main focus of the course. Rehearsals will be 2:25-2:55 Tuesday, Wednesday and and Thursday.


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Handsome Devils Grades: 9-12 Length: Full Year Prerequisite: Membership in chorus/choirNote: This course does not fulfill the New York State art/music requirement for graduation. This course will provide participants with an experience of a variety of styles of men’s a cappella music, including barbershop harmony, in the ensemble setting. Instruction in unaccompanied settings geared toward concert performance is the main focus of the course. Rehearsals will be 2:20-3 p.m. Monday and Wednesday.

Triple Voices Grades: 9-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Membership in chorus/choir, audition Examination: LocalNote: This course does not fulfill the New York State art/music requirement for graduation. This course will provide participants with an experience of a variety of in singing women’s choral styles and performance practices in the ensemble setting. Instruction in many idioms from traditional to jazz to pop in acappella and accompanied settings geared toward concert performance will be the main focus of the course. Rehearsals will be 2:20-3:10 p.m. Monday and Wednesday.

MadVocals Grades: 9-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Membership in chorus/choir, audition Examination: LocalNote: This course does not fulfill the New York State art/music requirement for graduation. This course will provide participants with an interpretive experience of madrigal and jazz styles and performance practices in the ensemble setting. Instruction in jazz idioms and improvisation and singing madrigals in acappella settings geared toward concert performance will be the main focus of the course. Rehearsals will be 2:20-3:10 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday.

Swing Choir Grades: 9-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Membership in chorus/choir Examination: LocalNote: This course does not fulfill the New York State art/music requirement for graduation. This course will provide participants with an experience in singing popular music arranged for male and female voices with choreography in the ensemble setting. Instruction in accompanied settings geared toward concert performance will be the main focus of the course. Rehearsals will be 2:20-3 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday.

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Physical Education Grades: 9-12 Length: Full Year Prerequisite: None (1 in 4)Examination: None Credit: 0.5Physical Education at Brockport High School is based upon the following goals: acquiring the knowledge to develop and maintain an optimal level of personal fitness; developing a higher level of competence in skills and knowledge of movement and sport; developing and maintaining a positive attitude toward fitness, movement and sport. The Physical Education curriculum is based on a selective program, whereby students may choose from a number of activities in order to meet the above-stated goals. Each student must take fitness and dance. Required activities: fitness and dance.

Selective Activities Available:

Team Sports:touch football, soccer, volleyball, basketball, softball, floor hockey, nitroball, rugby, kickball, wiffleball, handball, and ultimate frisbee.

Lifetime Activities:badminton, tennis, archery, fitness swimming, weight training, fitness walking, circuit training, resistance training, cooperative games, water games, adventure activities, table tennis, pickleball, frisbee, dance, golf, self defense, ice skating, yoga, pilates, cross country skiing, inline skating, mountain biking and rock climbing.

Physical Education is a mandated course for all students in the public schools of New York State and is a requirement for graduation from Brockport High School. Students receive 1/2 credit per year for the successful completion of Physical Education for a total of two credits upon graduation.

“To dream anything that you want to dream–that is the beauty of the human mind. To do anything you want to do–that is the strength of the human will. To trust yourself to test your limits–that is the courage to succeed.”

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Science

Department In order to meet New York State graduation requirements for science, a student must successfully complete three units of science. Two of the units must be Regents level (one being Living Environment). In addition, a student is required to pass at least one Regents exam.

Mission StatementThe Brockport High School Science Department fosters an understanding of science as both a learned knowledge and a process to investigate the universe with each individual student.The High School Science Department believes that all students should have some exposure to each of the four major disciplines in science: Biology, Earth Science, Chemistry and Physics. The Science Department will provide exposure to the various disciplines by offering a variety of courses.By engaging students in the sciences, they learn how to gather information, solve problems and make conscientious choices regarding real world issues. The Science Department of Brockport strives to see our graduates become responsible, decision-making members of society by applying those skills acquired from the science program to their future.

Foundations in Science (LE, PS)Grade: 9 Length: Full Year Prerequisite: Recommendation from 2 out of 4 days 8th grade teacher/ Credit: 1.0 counselor, score on 8th grade science assessment. Examination: LocalThis one-year course examines the connections between biology, chemistry, earth science, and physics. Systems will be studied that demonstrate these connections. This course will provide a solid foundation for students who will enroll in Regents Earth Science and Regents Living Environment courses. Emphasis will be on developing lab skills, graphing, problem solving, and other skills necessary for success in the Regents courses.

Earth Science (PS) Grade: 9 Length: Full Year,Prerequisite: None 3 out of 4 daysExamination: Regents Credit: 1.0This course investigates the earth and earth processes. Content areas include measurement, motions of the earth in space, energy and moisture in earth processes, erosion and deposition of rocks, structure and movement of the earth’s crust and interior and geological history. Students are required to successfully complete a minimum of 1,200 minutes of lab work with write-ups in order to take the NYS Earth Science Regents Exam.

Living Environment (LE) Grade: 10 Length: Full Year,Prerequisite: Regents Earth Science 3 out of 4 daysExamination: Regents Credit: 1.0Biology includes the study of the chemical nature of biological processes in cells and organisms such as respiration and photosynthesis, the functioning of the whole organism, including humans, ecology, reproduction, genetics, evolution and classification. Students are required to successfully complete a minimum of 1,200 minutes of lab work with write-ups in order to take the NYS Regents in Biology.

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Chemistry Honors (PS)Grades: 10-12 Length: Full Year,Prerequisite: Earth Science, Honors 3 out of 4 days Living Environment, Credit: 1.0 Algebra, Geometry, enrolled in Algebra 2/TrigonometryExamination: RegentsA chemistry course designed with the science/engineering student in mind. This course will not only prepare students to challenge the Physical Setting/Chemistry state exam, but will also prepare the students for advanced science courses. In-depth coverage will be given in the areas of Atomic Theory, Bonding, Stoichiometry, Kinetics and Equilibrium. Students must demonstrate mastery of lab safety requirements before participating in laboratory activities. Students will be required to successfully complete a minimum of 1,200 minutes of lab work with write-ups (or equivalent) in order to take the NYS Regents Chemistry exam.

Physics A - Local (PS)Grades: 11-12 Length: Fall Prerequisite: Earth Science and Living Semester, Environment, Algebra 2 out of 4 daysExamination: Local Credit: .5Physics A is a half-year, independent course that introduces students to the basic ideas of physics. Physics A, offered in the fall, includes the study of forces, vectors, Newton’s Laws, properties of matter, and energy.

Physics B - Local (PS)Grades: 11-12 Length: Spring Prerequisite: Earth Science and Semester, Living Environment 2 out of 4 days Algebra Credit: .5Examination: LocalPhysics B is a half-year, independent course that introduces students to the basic ideas of physics. Physics B, offered in the spring, includes topics in sound, light, electricity, magnetism and nuclear physics.

Living Environment Honors (LE) Grade: 9-10 Length: Full Year, Prerequisite: 85% or higher on 3 out of 4 days Regents Earth Science Credit: 1.0 Exam, 85% final average in Regents Earth Science, and teacher recommendation. Examination: RegentsThis course is based on the New York State Living Environment Core Curriculum. Topics covered will expand on this basic core and will cover fields of biochemistry, human physiology,reproduction and development, genetics, evolutionary theory and ecology. Greater depth of discussion and detail in materials is covered, instruction is at a higher level and projects and laboratory assignments are more intense. Successful completion of the laboratory program is a prerequisite for taking the Living Environment Regents Examination at the end of the course.

Local Chemistry (PS)Grades: 11-12 Length: Full Year, Prerequisite: Earth Science, Living 2 out of 4 days Environment, Algebra Credit: 1.0. Examination: LocalChemistry in the Community textbook is used as a basis for the course. Chemical concepts are explored within an environmental framework. Topics include water usage, petroleum, air quality, and chemistry of food. Laboratory experiences are an integral part of the course.

Chemistry (PS) Grades: 10-12 Length: Full Year,Prerequisite: Earth Science, Living 3 out of 4 days Environment, Algebra, Credit: 1.0 Geometry, enrolled in Algebra 2/TrigonometryExamination: RegentsThe course is designed for college-bound students seeking a science sequence. This course emphasizes problem solving skills as well as the application of mathematical skills learned in Algebra and geometry. Topics covered include the properties of matter, chemical and physical changes, and energy changes during reactions. Real world applications of chemical principles are emphasized. Students must demonstrate mastery of lab safety requirements before participating in laboratory activities. Students will be required to successfully complete a minimum of 1,200 minutes of lab work with write-ups (or equivalent) in order to take the New York State Regents Chemistry Exam


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Physics (PS)Grades: 11-12 Length: Full Year,Prerequisite: Two years of Regents 3 out of 4 days Science, completion of Credit: 1.0 Integrated Algebra and Geometry Regents is required; completion or concurrent enrollment in Algebra 2/ Trigonometry recommended.Examination: Regents This course, designed for students with average and above average science and math ability, emphasizes fundamental concepts of Physics. Major units of study include: mechanics, energy, electricity and magnetism, wave phenomena, and modern physics. Algebra and some trigonometry skills are used in problem solving. The course will include required lab periods. The student will be required to successfully complete a minimum of 1,200 minutes of lab work with write-ups in order to take the New York State Regents Physics exam.

Environmental Science (LE)Grades: 11-12 Length: Full Year Prerequisite: Earth Science, 2 out of 4 days Living Environment Credit: 1.0 (Chemistry preferred) Examination: Local Final (cumulative) and/or Final ProjectThis course includes the study of natural ecosystems. Students will gain an understanding of the characteristics of natural systems through the identification of basic environmental concepts. Areas of study may include: Population studies, forestry, energy alternatives, aquatic environments, human impacts on the environment, resource management, and environmental careers.

Horticulture (LE)Grades: 11-12 Length: Full Year Prerequisite: Earth Science, 1 out of 4 days or Living Environment half year, Spring (Chemistry preferred) only Credit: .5Examination: Local (cumulative) and/or Final Project This is a one-semester course designed for the student who wishes to learn the proper care and successful propagation of house and garden plants. This course provides an opportunity to develop skills in the greenhouse and gain knowledge about many common plant types. Students learn about basic botanical concepts, cultural requirements of plants, methods of propagation, and landscape and gardening (outside and on the computer).

Forensic Science (LE / PS)Grades: 11-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisites: Regents Earth Science 1 out of 4 days Living Environment Credit: .5 and a credit of Chemistry is preferredExamination: LocalThis course is designed for students with a background in Living Environment and Chemistry. Students taking Forensics will apply chemistry and biology laboratory skills to real-life criminal investigations. Students will use higher-level thinking skills to piece together the written information with lab results and form logical conclusions.

GLOBE Science - Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment (LE/PS)Grades: 11-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisites: Earth Science, (1 out of 4 days) Living Environment 3rd period only (Chemistry preferred) Credit: .5Examination: LocalIn this hands-on science course, students will collect environmental data and report their findings via the Internet along with 12,000 other high schools from around the world. Students will spend a majority of class time outdoors monitoring the air, water, soil and vegetation with simple to sophisticated equipment. Visit www.globe.gov to learn more.

Astronomy (PS)Grades: 11-12 Length: Full Year,Prerequisite: Earth Science, Living 1 out of 4 days Environment, and a Credit: .5 credit of Physics is preferredExamination: Local Astronomy will give students a greater awareness of our place in the universe and the laws that govern the movement of celestial objects. Content includes an historical overview of the science of Astronomy, earth phenomena such as season, eclipses and tides. It also involves a comprehensive study of our sun and stars in general. Students should be prepared to engage in some simple math procedures in order to calculate, for example, diameter of sun and sunspots, and star distances. Activities will include the use of spectroscopes, planispheres, astrolabs, etc. to perform outside projects.

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Human Anatomy and Physiology (LE)Grades: 11-12 Length: Full Year,Prerequisite: Earth Science, (1 out of 4 days) or Living Environment Half Year (2 out ofCorequisite: Chemistry 4 days)Examination: Local (Cumulative) Credit: .5 This one-semester course is an introduction to the fundamental structure and function of the body. It covers the systems of the body in detail, and shows how these systems interact as one unit. Students should be prepared for a moderate degree of memorization of facts, have good reading skills, be able to manipulate scientific data (i.e., graphs), and be comfortable with the dissection of specimens. Field trips and guest speakers are planned occasionally. Students who plan a career in medicine such as a nurse, physician, physical therapist, or medical secretary, are encouraged.

Advanced Placement Course Electives

Biology - Advanced Placement (LE)Grades: 11-12 Length: Full Year,Prerequisite: Earth Science, Living 3 out of 4 days Environment & Regents Credit: 1.0 ChemistryExamination: AP and LocalAP Biology is designed as a college-level introductory course so that a student will be eligible for college credit, advanced standing or both. Major areas covered are biochemistry, cells, photosynthesis, respiration, cell division, heredity, molecular genetics, evolution, classification, ethology, ecology, experimental design and analysis. Students can obtain college credit through the AP Examination offered by the College Board or through the 3-1-3 program at The College at Brockport.

Chemistry - Advanced Placement (PS)Grades: 11-12 Length: Full Year,Prerequisite: Earth Science, Living 3 out of 4 days Environment & Regents Credit: 1.0 ChemistryExamination: AP and LocalAP Chemistry is a college-level course for students with a strong interest in science. The course covers the topics presented in the usual college introductory chemistry program. Topics include stoichiometry, reactions, properties of the elements, gas theory, solutions, equilibrium, and electrochemistry. Students can obtain college credit through the AP examination offered by the College Board.

Environmental Science–Advanced Placement (PS) Placement (LE)Grades: 11-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Earth Science, Living 3 out of 4 days Environment, Regents Credit: 1.0 Chemistry, concurrent enrollment in or successful completion of Trigonometry, or by permission of instructorExamination: AP and LocalAP Environmental Science is designed as a college-level introductory course so that a student will be eligible for college credit, advanced standing or both. The goal of this course is to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving or preventing them.

Physics - Advanced Placement (PS)Grades: 11-12 Length: Full Year,Prerequisite: Earth Science, Living 3 out of 4 days Environment, Credit: 1.0 Trigonometry, Regents Chemistry or Regents Physics, or permission of instructor Examination: AP and LocalAP Physics is a college-level course that uses algebra as the primary tool for problem solving. The course covers topics in mechanics, energy, wave motion, thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, optics, relativity, quantum theory, and nuclear physics. Students can obtain college credit either through the AP examination offered by the College Board or through the 3-1-3 program at SUNY Brockport.


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Global History & Geography I (Regents)Grade: 9 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: None Credit: 1.0Examination: LocalThis is Part I of a state-mandated, two-year course. The content will be taught chronologically and the topics include an Introduction to Global History, The Ancient World, Expanding Zones of Exchange and Encounter, and Global Interactions and First Global Age. The content will begin with the River Valleys and end with the Enlightenment. Because the assessments have changed at the State level, the course will concentrate on document analysis, document-based questions and thematic essays.

World History - Advanced Placement Grades: 9-10 Length: Two YearsPrerequisite: Teacher recommendation Credit: 2.0Examination: Local/APThe two-year course is for highly-motivated students who possess strong reading and writing skills and a strong work ethic. The scope and sequence includes a study of world history from about the Neolithic Revolution to the late 1900’s, focusing on the evolution of global processes and contacts, in interaction with different types of human societies. The course will prepare students for an Advanced Placement examination in May of the sophomore year. If completed successfully, students may receive college credit.

Global History and Geography II (Regents)Grade: 10 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Global History Credit: 1.0 and Geography I Examination: NYS Regents in Global History and GeographyThis is Part II of the two-year, state-mandated course. Students will be looped into Global II (students will have the same teacher for both years of Global History). The content will continue where the previous year concluded and will include: An Age of Revolution, Crisis and achievements, The 20th Century Since 1945, and Global Connections and Interactions.

United States History & GovernmentGrade: 11 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Global History and Credit: 1.0 Geography I & II Examination: NYS RegentsThe course will examine the social, economic, and political history of the United States in chronological order in an effort to determine the extent to which the basic principles set forth in the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution have been achieved and maintained in a culturally diverse country. The course requires students to develop and practice skills of critical thinking, reading, writing, listening, speaking and processing information from a variety of media, and working with others.

United States History – Advanced PlacementGrades: 11 or 12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Summer Project Credit: 1.0Examination: NYS Regents/AP Exam/ Recommendation of Summer Reading ProjectThe Advanced Placement U.S. History course is designed to provide students with the analytical skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with the problems and issues in United States History. The program prepares students for intermediate and advanced college courses by initiating demands upon them equivalent to those made by full-year introductory college courses. Students will learn to assess historical materials–their relevance to a particular event in history, their reliability, and their importance–and to weigh the evidence and various interpretations of events presented in historical academia. The course will thus focus on developing the skills necessary to arrive at conclusions on the basis of an informed judgment and to present findings and evidence clearly and persuasively in essay format. The course will follow chronology beginning with the arrival of Europeans to America and ending with the year 1980. Students will take the AP exam in early May (for which they may receive college credit) and the U.S. History and Government Regents Exam in June.

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All students are required to take four years of Social Studies. The State of New York also requires that students demonstrate competency in both Global History and Geography and United States History and Government. The requirement in both courses may be satisfied by passing a Regents exam. The Global History Regents Exam is offered at the conclusion of the two-year course (at the end of the sophomore year). The U.S. History and Government course ends the 11th year with a Regents Exam. Students are also required to take one semester of economics, and one semester of Participation in Government. Both courses are offered senior year and end with a local exam or a project-based assessment.

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Economics and Economic Decision-MakingGrade: 12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: U.S. History Credit: .5 & Government Examination: Local/ProjectThis semester course is mandated for all seniors. Topics of study include: basic economic concepts such as supply and demand, scarcity; the Capitalist Economic system of the U.S. and how it operates; the interdependence of today’s Global Economy; and the fundamental differences between diverse economic systems utilized throughout the world and their operations.

Microeconomics-Advanced PlacementGrade: 12 Length: 1 in 4Prerequisite: None Credit: .5Examination: Advanced PlacementThe purpose of this microeconomics course is to provide a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to the functions of individual decision makers, both consumers and producers, within the larger economic system. It places primary emphasis on the nature and functions of product markets, and includes the study of factor markets and of the role of government in promoting greater efficiency and equity in the economy.

Participation in GovernmentGrade: 12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: U.S. History Credit: .5 & Government Examination: Local/ProjectThis mandated course emphasizes the interaction between citizens and government at all levels: local, state and national. The development of student participation in the processes of government is encouraged. Topics of study include: an analysis of public policies, issues and problems; a unit on making political decisions; and the implementation of these decisions.

3-1-3 Honors EconomicsGrade: 12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: None Credit: .5Examination: Local/ProjectThis course enriches the study of economics. Topics of study include: basic economic concepts, economic system of the U.S., economic interdependence and differing economic systems.

3-1-3 Honors GovernmentGrade: 12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: None Credit: .5Examination: Local/ProjectThis course will focus on the structure and function of American government. In addition students will be expected to participate in a variety of activities: debates, board visitations, simulations to better understand how the U.S. political system works.

U. S. Government and Politics –Advanced PlacementGrade: 12 Length: 1 in 4Prerequisite: None Credit: .5Examination: Advanced Placement/ProjectThis course will give students an analytical perspective on government and politics in the United States. This course involves both the study of general concepts used to interpret U.S. politics and the analysis of specific case studies. It requires familiarity with the various institutions, groups, beliefs and ideas that constitute U.S. political reality.

Modern European History –Advanced Placement Grades: 11 and 12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: None Credit: 1.0Examination: Advanced Placement/Local examThe course will demand that students demonstrate an understanding of basic chronology of major events and trends from approximately 1450 to the present; that is, from the High Renaissance to the very recent events that have shaped the European Union. In addition to providing a basic narrative of events and movements, the goals of the AP European History Program are to develop: (a) an understanding of some of the principal themes in Modern European History; (b) an ability to analyze historical evidence, and (c) an ability to analyze and express historical understanding in writing.

General PsychologyGrades: 11-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: None Credit: .5Examination: LocalThe intent of this semester course is to provide an introduction to the terms and concepts psychologists use to illustrate the special fascination of the topics that draw people to the field of psychology, and to explain the significance of psychological findings for the student’s own life. Experiments, activities and discussions will be used to help achieve the course goals. The academic outline includes the following topics: history of psychology; classical and operant conditioning; developmental psychology; personality theories and abnormal psychology.


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Psychology–Advanced PlacementGrades: 11-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: None Credit: 1.0Examination: Local and APIn this course, students will study the history, development, and various fields of Psychology. The course of study will cover a range of topics in detail and will culminate in May with the AP Examination. General Psychology, the one semester course, is NOT a prerequisite for the AP course. Psychology has an important and broad role in dealing with many issues we face: aggression, child-rearing, mental health and illness, learning, product design, stress, neurobiology, and others. The issues to which we can apply psychology are limitless. This course will give students a better understanding of why people behave as they do, and will provide insights into your own attitudes and reactions.

SociologyGrades: 11-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: None Credit: .5Examination: Local/ProjectThis semester course strives to give students insight into how their social environment influences their lives. The course demands that students complete outside readings, projects, writing assignments, and participate in seminar- type classroom discussions. Topics covered include: culture, behavioral patterns, socialization, social institutions and contemporary social issues including war, euthanasia, AIDS, types of abuse, and domestic violence and Roe vs. Wade andits implications.

Violence in AmericaGrades: 10-12 Length: Semester Prerequisite: None and/or 1 in 4Examination: Final Project Credit: .5This semester course examines groups that have faced racism, discrimination, and/or violence in American history - such as violence against women; hate crime; gangs in America – why they are popular, how they work, who they target and why the target certain people; the genocide against Native American tribes and their current attempts to climb out of poverty; lack of opportunities in America & reverse discrimination; war and loss of civil rights; and concluding with a focus on Jonathon Kozel’s Savage Inequalities (the disparity of education in various school systems throughout the country).The course provides opportunities to detail explanations of the groups that have been targeted, who benefitted from the attacks, discrimination and/or violence, why it was or is accepted by the mainstream society, how the suffering ended (if at all), or further examine why the injustices continue to plague our society.

* A minimum of 12 registrations is required.

CPR- Crime, Punishment and Rights:Grades: 10-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: None course and/or 1 in 4Examination: Local Credit: .5This is an exploratory course in the law as it pertains to young adults in our country. Contemporary hot button issues will be discussed such as illegal drug use, freedom of speech on the Internet, and social networking and the law among other student directed topics. The course is discussion based with very little written work required. There will be no outside of class work assigned. The course uses video, news stories, and movies to guide instruction. Anyone looking to improve their GPA will find this course useful.

Mock TrialGrades: 11 – 12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: None Credit: .5Examination: PresentationThis course consists of criminal and civil courtroom procedures. Mock Trial will utilize complex fact patterns and affidavits. Students will actively participate in various roles such as a witness, attorney, or as a juror in a series of civil and criminal mock trials. The class benefits any student interested in a study of law, criminal justice, or even for employment in law enforcement. The course is designed to improve public speaking skills and strategies as well. Examples of mock trials are cases involving a car accident as a result of a high school party; student suing school district for lack of protection in a hostile environment, unlawful search and seizures, endangerment of a child, cyber stalking, to students charged with criminal computer trespassing for erasing internet history files, etc.

Interdisciplinary Course Options (Businessand Career Ed. Dept.)

• Business and Consumer Law - 1 elective credit• Criminal Justice - .5 elective credit• College Criminal Justice - .5 elective credit

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I.D.E.A.Brockport High School students with disabilities receive “an appropriate education” in the “least restrictive environment” in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Each student has an Individualized Education Program (IEP) that clearly states services, accommodations, adaptations, and supportive services.

TeamworkTo best meet our students’ needs, our special education teachers consult and collaborate with related-services personnel such as the school psychologist, pupil services staff, physical and occupational therapists, ESL and bilingual teachers, speech and language specialists, school counselors, school social workers, teachers in the mainstream and teacher aides. Parental involvement, as well as student self-advocacy, are also important factors that contribute to our students’ academic and social progress.

Appropriate Learning Environments“Least restrictive environments” at BHS include two self-contained classrooms, several classes where the student with special needs/teacher ratio is 15:1, resource room, mentoring, and many full-inclusion models where our students attend a regular classroom with support from a special education consultant.

Individualized Education ProgramsThe student IEP is both a process and a product which contains several elements that are required by law. They include:

• A summary of the student’s present performance level• Long-term educational goals• Short-term objectives for meeting each goal• A list of special education and support services, materials

and interventions to be provided, including timetable and personnel.

Individualized Transition PlansStudents also have an Individualized Transition Plan (ITP) which is required by law when the student reaches age 14. The ITP helps students prepare for careers, employment, post-secondary education and other aspects of adult life.

Our students play the most important role in this process as they practice goal-setting and decision-making skills with our transition counselor.

ReferralsWhen a teacher suspects a learning deficiency in a non-identified student, a referral is made to the BHS Instructional Support Team. The IST is comprised of teachers, one administrator and the school psychologist and is the pre-referral team responsible for reviewing individual student’s progress that may indicate a need for a more comprehensive evaluation. Pre-assessment interventions may be designed and implemented, further testing may be indicated, and health issues may also be addressed. When tests and interventions indicate a possible disability, a referral to the Committee on Special Education (CSE) is made.

Consultant Teacher ServicesConsultant teacher services are provided for students with mild handicapping conditions. Special Education teachers go into the student’s content class(es) to assist with instruction and make necessary modifications to help the student succeed in the class. Special Education consultant teachers work as a team with the student’s classroom teachers to see that his/her individual needs are met.

Resource RoomThe Resource Room provides those pupils with handicapping conditions specialized supplementary instruction in an individual or small-group setting for a portion of the school day.

OtherIn addition to the services already noted, there are other special class programs offered to meet the academic/cognitive, emotional, social and behavioral needs of our students with disabilities.

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Advanced Video ProductionGrades: 9-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: A/V Communications Credit: .5Examination: LocalA 1/2 unit course providing study in the evaluation, appreciation, and production of media-assisted presentations. Electronic and graphic communication systems are explored through hands-on media learning activities. Topics covered include: proposal development and approval, message production, editing, and presentation. Students will have access to a variety of analog and digital equipment for individual and large group activities. Equipment to be utilized during the problem-solving activities includes: personal computers, audio/video recorders, audio/video edit controllers, graphic artist supplies, electronic still video photography, and related output systems.

Aerospace Grades: 9-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: None Credit: .5Examination: LocalAreas of study will include: history of flight, navigation, communication, propulsion, space technology, and careers in Aerospace. A variety of hands-on activities will accompany each unit of study.

Architectural DrawingGrades: 10-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: Design Drawing Credit: .5 Drawing for Production Examination: LocalStudents will study and evaluate the basic principles of building, style, and structure. Existing floor plans will be analyzed and modified. Students will create their own floor plans and construct scaled models of their plans. Computer programs will be used to generate a virtual home, complete with furniture and appliances, that can be “walked through”.

Audio ElectronicsGrades: 10-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: Basic Electronics Credit: .5Examination: LocalAudio Electronics covers transistor amplifiers, integrated audio circuits, and microphones. In addition, the class will use computer software to digitally record music, edit the music, and “burn” their music onto a CD-ROM. Class projects: (1) PreAmp/Mixer; (2) Use Digital Recording Studio to record commercials and music; (3) FM wireless microphone; and (4) 20 watt amp.

Audio/Visual CommunicationsGrades: 9-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: None Credit: .5Examination: LocalAV Communications explores the basic methods of communication in a technological world. Students will have access to video recording equipment, TV studio editing equipment and multimedia software. Students will tape, edit, and produce video sports and information segments.

Basic Electronics Grades: 9-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: None Credit: .5Examination: LocalBasic Electronics involves the study of the use and operation of electronic components and test equipment. Students will study circuit theory and apply their knowledge to create electronic projects and complete lab experiments such as: a continuity tester, a strobe light, and house wiring circuits.

Video Game DesignGrades: 10-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: None Credit: .5Examination: LocalThis course explores the creation of cartoon animation, 3D virtual reality worlds, and video logos used to introduce TV shows. Students will create examples of each using our state of the art Software.

Computer Assisted Drawing (CAD)Grades: 10-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: None Credit: .5Examination: LocalComputers are used as an electronic drawing board. Autocad software and Inventor software is used to analyze and improve designs through modeling and simulation.

Creativity and InnovationGrades: 9-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisites: None Credit: .5Examination: LocalThis course teaches the students how to write HTML web pages. Students will learn to design animated GIF, add Java Scripts to web pages, create forms and tables and add sound to their web site. Each student will create his own web site on the High School’s Web Server. Students will also study roller coaster physics and design their own roller coaster.

The Technology Department offers many practical courses that students can use throughout their lives. Many people think that these courses are only for students entering the work force directly after graduation. While this is the case for some, it is certainly not true of all students enrolled in Technology courses. For students pursuing a career in the many and varied areas of engineering, architecture, electronics, construction and building, this department offers courses that will form the foundation for more advanced study in college. Participation in these courses at Brockport will give students a head start in those widely diversified areas.

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42Design Drawing for Production (DDP)Grades: 9-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisites: None Credit: 1.0Examination: LocalDDP is a full year course offered to Freshman Technology Education Students. It is divided into creative design and technical drawing. Students solve design problems by creating technical drawings and utilizing a Computer terminal. DDP can be used to fulfill a student’s ART/MUSIC requirement.

Digital ElectronicsGrades: 10-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: Basic Electronics Credit: .5Examination: LocalDigital Electronics covers Logic gates, truth tables, and Flip Flop circuits, clock timers, counters, and shift registers. Students will use the Electronic Workbench computer program to simulate the operations of digital circuits on a computer. Students will breadboard some of the circuits. Class projects include: Logic probe and Sound Switch (the clapper).

EnergyGrades: 9-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisites: Production Credit: .5Examination: LocalThis is an elective course that studies the present and future forms of energy. Students will utilize their knowledge of energy sources by producing several models that include an energy converter, windmill, and solar home. Pre Engineering Courses

Robots & MachiningGrades : 10-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisites: Production or Credit: .5 Teacher Approval Examination: LocalThe main objective of this class is to expose students to the fundamentals of Computerized Manufacturing, Machining, and Production Technology. Students will utilize a Computer Numerically Controlled Milling Machine called a CNC and a Computer Controlled Robotic Arm to machine and manufacture various projects. Computer Simulation software will also be a large component of the course for both the CNC and the Robot. Students will use G & M codes and CAM software to perform the programming and operation of the CNC. Students will use software to program to operation of the robotic arm. Through hands-on learning students will also learn about Prototyping techniques, Precision Measurement, Quality Control, and various Production Management Systems.

ProductionGrades: 9-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: None Credit: .5Examination: LocalThis is a required Freshman course in Technology education. It is an excellent course for students who enjoy hands-on activities involving design and production of a product. Students will use tools and equipment found in the manufacturing and construction industries.

Site PreparationGrades: 9-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisites: None Credit: .5Examination: LocalStudents will become familiar with the various methods of preparing a site for construction, including surveying, footings, foundations, and basement construction. Landscaping and slope design will also be studied, and a lot created for their home from Architecture class. These two courses are taken together. The Architectural class will study home design and develop plans for a house. The Site Prep class will learn how to develop a plot of land into a street with utilities and proper drainage.

Stagecraft & ConstructionGrades: 9-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: None Credit: .25/.5Assessment: Student performance/participation (pass/fail) Independent Study (after school/weekends). Designed for students interested in the technical aspects of theater. Students may concentrate on set design and construction, lighting, audio, photography, safe use of all equipment, business and finance, etc. Students will complete an independent study contract with the Theater Technical Director for up to one year. Whenever the student accumulates 30 hours of participation, he/she will receive a grade for that marking period worth 1/4 credit at the end of the year. Consequently, students can earn as little as 1/4 credit or as much as 1 full credit during the school year. This course does not meet any New York State requirements for graduation.

Structural SystemsGrades: 10-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisite: Production Credit: .5Examination: LocalThis is a 1/2 unit course dealing with residential, commercial and industrial construction processes. This offering is geared toward students interested in any construction trade. This course will explore old and new building techniques, materials and equipment. Concentration will be in the areas of substructure and superstructure design and construction. Included will be the exploration of the various mechanical systems past and present. Students will have access to a variety of tools and equipment used in the construction industry today. They will gain experience in the hands-on, bookkeeping, and safety aspects involved with these careers.

TransportationGrades: 9-12 Length: SemesterPrerequisites: Due to the nature of Credit: .5 this course, it is recommended that students take Production first.Examination: LocalThis course explores the entire transportation industry, including land, sea, and air transportation. Typical projects include: CO2 racer and Boat Hull Design.


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Project Lead-the-WayThe mission of PLTW is to forge a dynamic and on-going partnership among school districts, colleges, universities and industry that will establish and support a pre-engineering education career cluster program in America’s high schools, exciting students about engineering careers and strengthening the link between traditional academic programs with hands-on learning experiences. Suggested course sequence follows.

Project Lead the Way – 5 Unit Sequence

Design Drawing for ProductionGrade – 9 Freshman Year (Required)

Principles of EngineeringGrade – 10 Sophomore Year (Required)

Digital ElectronicsGrade 11 – Junior Year (Required)

Computer IntegratedManufacturing

Grade 11 – Junior Year (Optional)

Civil Engineering andArchitecture

Grade 11 – Junior Year (Optional)

Engineering Design and DevelopmentGrade – 12 Senior Year (Required)

Design Drawing for Production (DDP)Grade: 9 Length: Full YearPrerequisites: Concurrent enrollment Credit: 1.0 in Math I or higher Examination: Project Lead the WayThe Project Lead-the-Way version of Design and Drawing for Production is designed for the freshman-level student who has a strong interest in becoming an engineer or technician, and is willing to make a commitment to the Project Lead the Way Five-Unit Sequence. DDP is an introductory course which develops students problem-solving abilities and gives them the skills necessary to successfully complete the upper-level pre-engineering courses (CIM, POE and EDD). Topics of study include: basic measurement, sketching, two-dimensional and three-dimensional CAD systems, technical drawing standards, the design process, visual design principles and elements, graphic design, the history of technology, inventors and inventions of the last 1500 years.• Meets the Art/Music high school graduation requirement• Course may be taken for college credit

Principles of Engineering (POE)Grade: 10 or 11 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Successful completion Credit: 1.0 of the DDP class/current enrollment in college preparatory mathThe POE class focuses on the development of students’ problem solving, teamwork, math/science and communication skills. Topics of study include: engineering fields, processes, power transfer methods (simple machines, linkages, gears, pneumatics, hydraulics, and motors), industrial applications of statistics, and applied physics (material strength, projectile motion, thermodynamics and statistics). This course relies heavily upon the technical drawing standards, two-dimensional and three-dimensional CAD modeling skills developed in the DDP class. This course may be taken for college credit and/or third unit of science credit or third unit of math credit.

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Digital Electronics (DE) Grade: 10 or 11 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Concurrent enrollment Credit: 1.0 in college preparatory math Examination: Project Lead the WayDigital Electronics is a course study in applied digital logic. The course is patterned after the first semester course in Digital Electronics taught in two and four year colleges. Students will study the application of electronic logic circuits and devices and apple Boolean logic to the solution of problems. Such circuits are found in watches, calculators, video games, computers and thousands of other devices. The use of smart circuits is present in virtually all aspects of our lives, and its use is increasing rapidly, making digital electronics an important course of study for a student exploring a career in engineering/engineering technology. Using Electronic Workbench software, the industry standard, students will test and analyze simple and complex digital circuitry. Students will design circuits (using Electronic Workbench) and export their designs to a printed circuit layout program, generate the printed circuit board, and then construct the design on the PC board using IC chips and other components. Course may be taken for college credit and/or third unit of math credit.

Computer-Integrated Manufacturing (CIM)Grade: 11 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Successful completion Credit: 1.0 of the DDP class/current enrollment in college preparatory mathExamination: Project Lead the WayThe purpose of the CIM course is to expose students to the fundamentals of computerized manufacturing technology. Topics of study include: shop math, 2D and 3D CAD, G & M code programming, computer numerical control (CNC) equipment, computer aided manufacturing (CAM) software, automation control, industrial robotics, simulation softwares, and CIM systems. This course relies heavily upon the technical drawing standards, two-dimensional and three-dimensional CAD modeling skills developed in the DDP class.

Civil Engineering and ArchitectureGrades: 10-12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: DDP, PLTW Credit: 1.0Examination: Project Lead-the-WayA one unit course dealing with an overview of the fields of Civil Engineering and Architecture, emphasizing their interrelationship and dependence upon each other. Students use state of the art software to solve real world problems and communicate solutions to hands-on projects and activities. This course covers topics such as: The Roles of Civil Engineers and Architects, Project Planning, Site Planning, Building Design, Project Documentation and Presentation.

* All PLTW courses will be comparable to honor courses. (weighted 1.03)

Engineering Design and Development(EDD)Grade: 12 Length: Full YearPrerequisite: Successful completion Credit: 1.0 of the DDP, DE, POE and CIM classes/current enrollment in college preparatory mathExamination: PortfolioThis course relies heavily upon the technical skills learned in DDP, DE, POE and CIM. The EDD course is the most open-ended and most challenging of all the PLTW classes. It offers the serious student the opportunity to apply all of the skills learned in the four prerequisite courses. Working as a team, the EDD class identifies a quarter- or semester- based problem/project and breaks up into sub-teams of two to three students to research the problem from different angles. Design, building, and testing follow a timeline developed by the class. Assistance from engineers and other professionals is often utilized. Each sub-team is responsible for delivering progress reports to the group. Students will maintain a journal as part of a portfolio of their work. The completed projects are followed by formal presentations/critiques of each sub-team’s work.


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Career and Technical Education CoursesSuccessful completion of Career and Technical Education courses results in credits toward a Regents diploma. Courses are offered in the following Career Majors:

• Arts/Humanities • Manufacturing Technologies

• Engineering Technologies • Health and Human Services

• Trades and Services • Mechanical Technologies

Programs combine theory and applied academics, career development and occupational studies as well as hands-on experiences. Students also receive school-to-career counseling and can participate in internship and co-op work experiences. Students registered in selected Career and Technical Education courses may also receive credit from Monroe Community College.

Trades and ServicesDesigned for students with special needs including but not limited to those identified by Committees on Special Education. Trades and Services Occupational Education courses help more needy students develop skills beyond those acquired in the Work Activities Center (a sheltered workshop of the Special Education Program). These courses prepare students for supported employment or more advanced studies. In addition, these courses explore a variety of occupational areas, providing assessment, individual instruction, hands-on training, and career counseling leading to work study options or more advanced career and technical education courses.

New Visions ProgramCollege bound high school seniors explore professional career interests, while accruing high school and college credits. New Visions students intern in their chosen profession. Students receive credits in 12th grade English and Social Studies through integrated instruction and can earn dual credit at area colleges. New Visions students engage in relevant curriculum with purposeful activities and authentic assessments. Students participate in rigorous content related academic instruction and post-secondary/career planning combined with realistic learning experiences in professional situations. An application process is required during the Fall of the student’s junior year for entry into New Vision courses. See your school counselor for more information.New Visions Courses:• Emerging Professions• Education Professions

WEMOCOCareer and Technical Education CenterThe BOCES 2 Career and Technical Education Center is located in neighboring Spencerport. The Center provides students a hands-on opportunity to explore a variety of career fields in preparation for meaningful employment or post-secondary education.The Center offers juniors and seniors a number of one-year and two-year courses and other unique career and college preparation programs. For more complete information on course offerings, students should ask their high school counselor for the Career and Technical Education Center Catalog. Students interested in enrolling in any of the Center’s programs may make an appointment with their school counselor to discuss options.

Arts and Humanities• Multimedia Academy: Advertising and Digital

Comm/Media

Engineering Technologies• Carpentry• Heating & Air

Conditioning• Heavy Equipment

Operation and• Industrial & Residential

Electricity• Plumbing and Heating• Computer Technology

Mechanical Technologies• Automotive Collision

Repair Technology • Automotive Technology• Outdoor Power & Marine

Technology

Manufacturing Technologies• Engineering and

Fabrication Academy (welding and machining)

Health and Human Services• Baking• Certified Nurse Assistant • Cosmetology• Culinary Arts• Dental Assisting• Early Childhood

Education• Certified Personal Trainer

Trades and Services• Building Trades• Business & Retailing• Food Service• Power Technology• Building Services• Personal Services

• Health Professions• Justice Professions

Career and Technical Education Center

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Documents

2012-2013 BHS Program Studies Guide