Course Offerings for Course Offerings for Freshmen ~ Freshmen ~ 2014-20152014-2015

Cherry Hill High School Cherry Hill High School East and WestEast and West

Guidance DepartmentGuidance Department

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Middle School AwarenessMiddle School Awareness

All students enter middle school with the All students enter middle school with the potential to continue their education after potential to continue their education after high schoolhigh school

Youngsters sometimes make decisions in Youngsters sometimes make decisions in the early school years which limit their the early school years which limit their choiceschoices

Planning is important for every student; Planning is important for every student; especially those who aren’t yet thinking especially those who aren’t yet thinking about collegeabout college

Potential ProblemsPotential Problems

Limited Options may result from:Limited Options may result from:

~ poor grades~ poor grades

~ poor course planning~ poor course planning

~ poor attendance~ poor attendance

Keep Options OpenKeep Options Open Students who plan have choices:Students who plan have choices:

~ some may choose NOT to exercise them~ some may choose NOT to exercise them

~ not every student will be thinking about ~ not every student will be thinking about college/careerscollege/careers

~ each child deserves the opportunity to~ each child deserves the opportunity to make that choicemake that choice

How a College DecidesHow a College Decides♦♦ Courses takenCourses taken ♦♦ Legacy Legacy

♦♦ RecommendationsRecommendations ♦♦ Class rank Class rank

♦♦ GradesGrades ♦♦ Activities Activities

♦♦ EssaysEssays ♦♦ Major choice Major choice

♦♦ GeographyGeography ♦♦ Admission Admission TestingTesting

♦♦ GPAGPA ♦♦ Special Skills Special Skills

♦♦ InterviewInterview ♦♦ Ability to Ability to pay???? pay????

Freshmen Registration Freshmen Registration Information Information

CHPS Website:CHPS Website:www.cherryhill.k12.nj.us/www.cherryhill.k12.nj.us/

Cherry Hill High School East and West serve the varied needs and objectives

of students through a four-year comprehensive curriculum.

Please make your selections carefully by using the following outline

as a guide.

English 4 yearsWorld Civilization 1 yearUS History 2 yearsMathematics (Algebra I, Geometry, 1 Additional) 3 yearsScience (Biology, Chemistry/Env. Sci.) 3 yearsWorld Language 1 yearPhysical Education and Health 4 yearsFine & Performing Arts 1 yearCareer/Consumer Science 1 yearFinancial Literacy 1/2 year

CREDITS 120 TOTAL

Requirements for Graduation Requirements for Graduation Class of Class of 20182018

Typical Freshman (36 Typical Freshman (36 Credits)Credits) 41 41 CreditsCredits

EnglishEnglish World LanguageWorld Language Physical EducationPhysical Education MathMath ScienceScience World CivilizationWorld Civilization ElectiveElective Elective (Study Hall)Elective (Study Hall) Lunch (Fixed for all students)Lunch (Fixed for all students)

Underclass – With Study Hall Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4

1 – English 4 – Elective 3 – Science 2 – Science

2 – Science 1 – English 4 – Elective 3 – Study Hall

3 – Study Hall 2 – Science 1 – English 4 – Elective

Lunch/Break Lunch/Break Lunch/Break Lunch/Break

5 – Social Studies

8 – Math 7 – World Language

6 – Phys Ed/Health

6 – Phys Ed/Health

5 – Social Studies

8 – Math 7 – World Language

7 – World Language

6 – Phys Ed/Health

5 – Social Studies

8 – Math

Day 5 Day 6

1 – English 3 – Study Hall

2 – Science 4 – Elective

Lunch/Break Lunch/Break

5 – Social Studies 7 – World Language

6 – Phys Ed/Health 8 – Math

11

Single Science – 8 classesDay 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4

1 – Elective 4 – Math 3 – English 2 – Phys Ed/Health

2 – Phys d/Health 1 – Elective 4 – Math 3 – English

3 – English 2 – Phys Ed/Health

1 – Elective 4 – Math

Lunch/Break Lunch/Break Lunch/Break Lunch/Break

5 – Social Studies

8 – World Language

7 – Science 6 – Science

6 – Science 5 – Social Studies

8 – World Language

7 – Music

7 – Music 6 – Science 5 – Social Studies

8 – World Language

Day 5 Day 61 – Elective 3 – English

2 – Phys Ed/Health

4 – Math

Lunch/Break Lunch/Break

5 – Social Studies

7 – Music

6 – Science 8 – World Language

12

LevelsLevels

H = HonorsH = Honors

A = AcceleratedA = Accelerated

R = Regular (Math /LA)R = Regular (Math /LA)

Also Required for GraduationAlso Required for Graduation

The state and federal governments require that students take tests each year to determine proficiency at various grade levels.  As part of the Elementary Secondary Act, all students will eventually be tested in grades 3-8, and at the high school level in Math and English. 

Students must pass the HIGH SCHOOL PROFICIENCY ASSESSMENT (administered during the junior year) in order to graduate. According to the State of New Jersey, the Class of 2018 will not be affected by the new PARCC assessments for graduation.

Students must take an end-of-course competency assessment in Biology.

Each student will take a minimum of 30 credits per year.

Students are requested to choose two alternates for each elective.

Course LoadCourse Load

All Freshmen must take:

English I (H, A, R)

Grade 9Grade 9

All Freshmen must take:

World Civilizations (H, A)

Grade 9Grade 9

A minimum of three years of science.

Science ProgramScience ProgramClass of Class of 20182018

Freshman Science ChoicesFreshman Science Choices

Quantitative Physical Science (H) Conceptual Physical Science (A)

*These are not the same courses.

Mathematics SequenceMathematics Sequence

Typical 9th - Enriched Algebra 10th – Geometry A (H) 11th - Algebra II A 12th - Pre Calculus A

Advanced 9th - Geometry H or A 10th - Functions H 11th - Pre Calculus H 12th - Calculus AP

All students must take.

*Physical Education exemptions must go through

Physical Education/Health Supervisor.

Physical Education/HealthPhysical Education/Health

Beginning language options include:French IA, IH, 2A, 2H Spanish IA, IH, 2A, 2H,

Latin IA, IH German IA, IH (East)

Italian IA, IH (West)

 We encourage students to continue a language sequence through all four years and to add

additional languages to their program of study.

World LanguageWorld Language

WHERE DO I BELONG IN WORLD LANGUAGE? For Cherry Hill 9TH Graders – Class of 2018

2A9

3A

4A

5A

2H

3H

4AP

5AP

1 AN

2A

3A

4A

Option 1 Begin a new language this year: French, Spanish, German, Italian, or Latin Option 2

Continue in the same language (Spanish or French)

I’ve been successful so far, and I want to continue in the same language. I may even move up to an Honors Level course in the 10th grade:

My perform-ance and aptitude are excellent, and my teacher has recommen-ded me for honors.

I have studied Spanish or French for 3 years at Beck, Carusi, or Rosa.

2H*

3H*

4AP-4H** -4AP

*1H, 2H, 3H are offered in French, Spanish, Italian, Latin, German, and Italian.

**4AP is offered in French, Spanish, Italian, and Latin. 4H is offered in German. ***5AP is offered in French and Spanish

(Italian is offered at West ~ German is offered at East only)

9th Grade

10th Grade

11th Grade h

12th Grade

1 H*

My aptitude and motivation are excellent and, I would like to learn a new language at an accelerated pace.

Advanced Study

Selection based on the results of a state-approved English language placement test.

Students at levels I and II receive two periods a day of English instruction. Students at Level III receive one

period a day of English instruction.      

English as a Second Language English as a Second Language ProgramProgram

Other Programs/ServicesOther Programs/Services

In Class SupportIn Class Support

Replacement courses in Replacement courses in

English/History/Math/ScienceEnglish/History/Math/Science

Self containedSelf contained

- Functional (East and West)- Functional (East and West)

- Vocational (West Only)- Vocational (West Only)

All subjects are worth 5 credits (Science is 6) unless otherwise noted. Students are requested to choose two alternates

for every elective chosen. If it is a 5 credit elective, then two 5 credit

alternates should be chosen.

ElectivesElectives

Fine and Performing Arts Fine and Performing Arts ElectivesElectives

Art Workshop (W) (2.5)

Commercial Art

Foundations of Commercial Art

3-D Art

Graphic Design I and II

Introduction to Commercial

Photography (W)

Introduction to

Foundations of Commercial Art (W) (2.5)

Freshman Wind Ensemble

Symphonic Band (W)

Orchestra

Vocal Workshop

Music Theory

Living Theatre

Play Production

Journalism I (A) (H)Writing Workshop (A) (H)

Broadcasting I & IIPublic Speaking (Dual Credit)

English ElectivesEnglish Electives

Introduction to Applied Technology I or 2Basic Drafting

Computer GraphicsAdv. Computer Graphics

Computer-Aided Design (W)Adv. Computer-Aided Design (W)

Small Engines (E)

Technology ElectivesTechnology Electives

Intro. to Business 2.5

Financial Literacy 2.5 (Mandatory for Class of 2014 and beyond)

Business ElectivesBusiness Electives

NJ-781 AFJROTC, Cherry Hill HS West

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e

See the West website and click on our emblem for more information.

Senior Aerospace Science Instructor

Major Luis Then

Aerospace Science Instructor

Chief Al GargasCall 663-8006 Ext. 1118

*****************************************************A CHARACTER BASED PROGRAM TO:

Educate & Train High School Students In CitizenshipPromote Community Service

Instill Responsibility, Character, & Self-Discipline

Providing Instruction In The Fundamentals Of Air & Space Science

Cherry Hill High School East Cherry Hill High School East Guidance Office: Guidance Office:

(856) 424-2222, ext. 2538(856) 424-2222, ext. 2538

Cherry Hill High School WestCherry Hill High School WestGuidance Office:Guidance Office:

(856) 663-8006, ext. 1244(856) 663-8006, ext. 1244

NOTENOTE

The purpose of this announcement is to inform students The purpose of this announcement is to inform students and parents that there are core course eligibility and parents that there are core course eligibility

requirements for participation in requirements for participation in NCAA Division I & II athletics.NCAA Division I & II athletics.

Guidance counselors are available to counsel students Guidance counselors are available to counsel students on this concern.on this concern.

Information is contained in the Course Selection Booklet.Information is contained in the Course Selection Booklet.

Open EnrollmentOpen Enrollment

Please indicate your home-schoolPlease indicate your home-school

Add school choice on the registration Add school choice on the registration formform

Due in late February at your Middle Due in late February at your Middle SchoolSchool

Open HouseOpen House EastEast – Thursday ~ January 23, 2014 – Thursday ~ January 23, 2014 Snow Date: Tuesday ~ January 28, 2014Snow Date: Tuesday ~ January 28, 2014

WestWest – Wednesday ~ January 29, 2014 – Wednesday ~ January 29, 2014Snow Date: Thursday ~ January 30, 2014Snow Date: Thursday ~ January 30, 2014

******Evening begins at 7:00PMEvening begins at 7:00PM******

Counselor OrientationsCounselor Orientations Beck:Beck: Monday ~ January 13, 2014 Monday ~ January 13, 2014

Snow Date:Snow Date: Thursday ~ January 16, Thursday ~ January 16, 2014 2014

Carusi: Wednesday ~ January 15, Carusi: Wednesday ~ January 15, 2014 2014 Snow Date:Snow Date: Friday ~ Friday ~ January 17, 2014January 17, 2014

Rosa: Friday ~ January 24, 2014 Rosa: Friday ~ January 24, 2014

Snow Date:Snow Date: Monday ~ January 27, Monday ~ January 27, 20142014

Cherry Hill High SchoolsCherry Hill High SchoolsCHHS WEST STAFFCHHS WEST STAFF

Dr. Kwame R. Morton, Sr., PrincipalDr. Kwame R. Morton, Sr., PrincipalMr. Chuck Coligan, Assistant Principal, Grade 12, Business/Social Studies/Fine Mr. Chuck Coligan, Assistant Principal, Grade 12, Business/Social Studies/Fine

Arts/Related ArtsArts/Related ArtsMs. Kathy Gendelman, Assistant Principal, Grade 9, World Language/MathMs. Kathy Gendelman, Assistant Principal, Grade 9, World Language/Math

Ms. Rebecca Metzger, Assistant Principal, Grade 11, Special Education/Performing ArtsMs. Rebecca Metzger, Assistant Principal, Grade 11, Special Education/Performing ArtsMr. Lou Papa, Assistant Principal, Athletics/Science/ROTC/Health/PEMr. Lou Papa, Assistant Principal, Athletics/Science/ROTC/Health/PE

Ms. Allison Staffin, Assistant Principal, Grade 10, English/Community ServiceMs. Allison Staffin, Assistant Principal, Grade 10, English/Community ServiceMs. Carol Roskoph, Director of Student ActivitiesMs. Carol Roskoph, Director of Student Activities

Dr. John Burns, Assistant Principal, BudgetDr. John Burns, Assistant Principal, Budget

CHHS WEST GUIDANCE STAFFCHHS WEST GUIDANCE STAFF Mr. James Riordan, Director of GuidanceMr. James Riordan, Director of Guidance

Mr. Nick CaputiMr. Nick Caputi Mrs. Michelle PryorMrs. Michelle Pryor Mrs. Lisa Mrs. Lisa SafficiSaffici

Mrs. Melissa FranzosiMrs. Melissa Franzosi Mrs. Barbara Rakoczy (SAC)Mrs. Barbara Rakoczy (SAC) Mrs. Cynthia Mrs. Cynthia SnowdenSnowden

Ms. Brittany Gibbs Ms. Brittany Gibbs Mrs. Maggie StrimelMrs. Maggie Strimel Mr. Cigus Mr. Cigus VanniVanni

Cherry Hill High SchoolsCherry Hill High Schools

CHHS EAST STAFFCHHS EAST STAFFDr. Lawyer H. Chapman, Assistant Superintendent/Interim PrincipalDr. Lawyer H. Chapman, Assistant Superintendent/Interim Principal

Dr. John Burns, Assistant Principal, Grade 12, Athletics/Budget/Health/PEDr. John Burns, Assistant Principal, Grade 12, Athletics/Budget/Health/PEMr. Robert Hulme, Assistant Principal, Grade 11, Music/Drama/MathMr. Robert Hulme, Assistant Principal, Grade 11, Music/Drama/Math

Mrs. Betsi McLeester, Assistant Principal, Grade 10, World Language/Social Studies Mrs. Betsi McLeester, Assistant Principal, Grade 10, World Language/Social Studies Mr. Bernie O’Connor, Assistant Principal, Grade 9, Special Education/FacilitiesMr. Bernie O’Connor, Assistant Principal, Grade 9, Special Education/Facilities

Mrs. Marsha Pecker, Assistant Principal, English/Physical ScienceMrs. Marsha Pecker, Assistant Principal, English/Physical ScienceMr. CJ Davis, Director of Student ActivitiesMr. CJ Davis, Director of Student Activities

Mr. Chuck Coligan, Assistant Principal, Business/Fine Arts/Related ArtsMr. Chuck Coligan, Assistant Principal, Business/Fine Arts/Related Arts

CHHS EAST GUIDANCE STAFFCHHS EAST GUIDANCE STAFF Mr. James Riordan, Director of GuidanceMr. James Riordan, Director of Guidance

Mrs. Jennifer DiStefano (SAC) Mr. Roberto FigueroaMrs. Jennifer DiStefano (SAC) Mr. Roberto Figueroa Mrs. Margaret ReganMrs. Margaret ReganMs. Yolanda McClainMs. Yolanda McClain Mrs. Carly Friedman Mrs. Carly Friedman Mrs. Tish SchumanMrs. Tish SchumanMs. Cathleen EnderleMs. Cathleen Enderle Mr. Darren Gamel Mr. Darren Gamel Mrs. Tracye Mrs. Tracye

WalshWalshDr. Eileen LynchDr. Eileen Lynch Mrs. Laurie Grossman Mrs. Laurie Grossman

Cherry Hill Public SchoolsCherry Hill Public SchoolsBoard of EducationBoard of Education

2014 - 20152014 - 2015

Mrs. Kathy Judge, PresidentMrs. Kathy Judge, PresidentMrs. Carol Matlack , Vice PresidentMrs. Carol Matlack , Vice President

Mrs. Sherrie CohenMrs. Sherrie Cohen Mr. Seth KlukoffMr. Seth KlukoffMr. J. Barry DickinsonMr. J. Barry Dickinson Mr. Steven RobbinsMr. Steven RobbinsMr. Eric GoodwinMr. Eric Goodwin Mr. Elliott RothMr. Elliott RothMrs. Colleen HoriatesMrs. Colleen Horiates

Important Dates at CarusiImportant Dates at Carusi

January 15January 15thth – High School Counselors come to Carusi – High School Counselors come to Carusi to meet with all 8to meet with all 8thth graders to discuss scheduling. graders to discuss scheduling.

January 29January 29thth – High School Orientation @ West 7:00 PM – High School Orientation @ West 7:00 PM January 23January 23rdrd – High School Orientation @ East 7:00 PM – High School Orientation @ East 7:00 PM January 30January 30thth – Carusi Counselors will visit 8 – Carusi Counselors will visit 8thth grade grade

Science classes to introduce the scheduling process Science classes to introduce the scheduling process and distribute necessary forms.and distribute necessary forms.

February 5February 5thth Parent Workshop @ Carusi to assist Parent Workshop @ Carusi to assist students and parents with completion of course students and parents with completion of course selection sheet. Media Center @ 7:00 PMselection sheet. Media Center @ 7:00 PM

February 24February 24thth – – “Deadline” “Deadline” All scheduling forms are All scheduling forms are due in the Carusi Guidance Office.due in the Carusi Guidance Office.

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