Bow High School 2014 2015 Program of Studies

Bow High School 2014 -2015 Program of Studies and Course Selection February 4, 2014

Administrative Team • John House-Myers, Principal • Linda Frost, Assistant Principal • Colleen Des. Ruisseaux, Director of School Counseling • Don Gage, Dean of Math, Science, Technology & Business • Jacqueline Coe, Dean of Humanities

Mission The mission of our school community is to develop knowledgeable, inquiring and caring young people who become confident life long learners.

EXPECTATIONS FOR STUDENT LEARNING n n n Students will embrace responsibility for their education by challenging themselves to take risks. Students will effectively analyze and synthesize information from diverse sources. Students will be confident and effective communicators through written, verbal, digital and creative expression. Students will exhibit mastery application of problem solving and critical thinking skills. Students will demonstrate collaborative and adaptive capabilities. Students will show evidence of personal, social, civic and global responsibility.

Principles on which the curriculum was built 1. Interdisciplinary - the curriculum will allow students to see the connection between areas of study. 2. Active Learning - the curriculum will require students to be actively involved in their education. 3. Relevance - the curriculum will show students how what they learn in school relates to life in the “real world. ” 4. High Standards - students in all classes will be held to high standards of performance and effort.

Tonight’s Meeting n Graduation Requirements n Course Registration Process n Important Dates

BHS Graduation Requirements Humanities – includes English, Social Studies, Fine and Performing Arts n 8 credits ( minimum requirements: 4 English, 2. 5 Social Studies) n Math, Science, Technology and Business (minimum requirements: 3 credits of Mathematics, 2 credits of Science) 8 credits

BHS Graduation Requirements Continued n B. E. S. T. (Building Essential Skills for Tomorrow) 2. 5 credits includes a 2. 5 year program of : Physical Education, Health/Wellness, Social Development, Nutrition. n Electives Total 5. 5 credits 24 credits

BHS Graduation Requirements Continued n n Senior Project/Presentation - All students must successfully complete and present a senior project in order to graduate from Bow High School. Digital Portfolio – demonstrates the proficient, ethical, and responsible use of 21 st century tools within the context of core subjects and will include examples of student work and reflections about his/her progress.

BHS Graduation Requirements Continued n n Career Exploration Requirement - 20 hours minimum (to be completed during their four years at Bow High School). Community Service - 20 hours minimum (to be completed during their four years at Bow High School).

Course Registration Worksheet

Course Selection Process 1. Distribution of Program of Studies and course registration materials 2. Parent Information Night (you are here) 3. Consultation between parents and current teachers 4. Consultation with BHS counselors (9 th, 10 th, 11 th) 5. Eighth graders hand in course selection sheets to homeroom teacher on Monday, Feb. 17 6. Build Master Schedule 7. Distribution of preliminary schedules (June ‘ 14) 8. Distribution of final schedules ( First day of school ‘ 14)

Required Courses n Freshmen must select: • • • Studies in the Humanities 2 cr. IST I 1 cr. BEST 9 1 cr. Math (teacher’s rec. ) 1 cr. Electives 1 to 3 cr. Typical load = 6 to 8 cr. • We suggest students have 7 credits and one free period. • Students may not sign up for more than eight (8) credits total.

Important Dates Course selection worksheets must include parent and student signature and at least 3 alternate electives. Sheets are due: For BMS 8 th graders - To homeroom teacher by Monday, Feb. 17 For MVMS 8 th graders–Mailed to BHS Guidance by Monday Feb. 17

Modified Block Schedule TEAM Courses Off TEAM Courses Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Period 1 Period 2 Period 3 Period 4 Period 5 Period 6 Period 7 Period 8 Period 2 Period 3 Period 4 Period 5 Period 6 Period 7 Period 8

Typical Four Year Plan Grd. 9 Grd. 10 Grd. 11 Grd. 12 Studies in Hum. Am Studies World Studies IST 9 IST 10 Sci. Elective BEST 9 BEST 10 BEST 11 Elective Math W. L. Elective Elective Senior Seminar English elec.

Concurrent Enrollment n n n College classes in high school Adjunct College Faculty teaching courses Credit is awarded on college transcript from cooperating college or university Credits are portable Offering 56 College Credits through 17 courses.

Concurrent Enrollment College Courses in the High School 4 Credit Courses 3 Credit Courses Advanced Engineering Design n Digital Electronics n Advanced Engineering n AP Calculus n College Composition n n n Intro. To Hospitality & Tourism Advanced Music AP Macroeconomics Intro to Sports Management Team Sports & Society Accounting Business Marketing Finance II Public Presentation AP US History (two 3 credit courses)

Math, Science, Technology, Business Don Gage – Dean of Math, Science, Technology, and Business

Math Courses n n n Integrated Algebra I Integrated Geometry Mathematical Modeling Integrated Algebra II Pre Calculus n n Calculus AP Calculus Probability and Statistics Foundations of Math 3 credits of Mathematics are required for graduation

Integrated Math Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 Integrated Algebra I Integrated Geometry Integrated Algebra 2 Integrated Geometry Pre-Calc Integrated Algebra 2 Pre-Calc Pre-calculus, Math Modeling Probability & Statistics AP Calculus, Math Modeling or Probability and Statistics

Science Courses n n Integrated Science & Technology 9 Integrated Science & Technology 10 n Chemistry n AP Chemistry n Physics n AP Physics n n AP Biology Human Anatomy & Physiology Environmental Science Biotechnology I & II 2 credits of Science are required for graduation – IST 9 and IST 10.

Computer Courses Classes for students who wish to expand their knowledge of computers include: (Asterisk indicates ICT credit) n n n Computer Applications Business Computer Applications Advanced Computer Applications Programming in C++ AP Computer Science Interactive Virtual Environments –Intro to Gaming These classes fulfill MST Requirements

Business Applications Courses n n n n n Accounting (fulfills math credit) Business International Business Personal Finance & Investing Finance II Marketing AP Macroeconomics Yearbook Intro to the Hospitality & Tourism Industry

Internships n A semester-long elective which offers an experiential learning opportunity in an approved business, government agency, or non-profit agency. (. 5 credit)

Sample Internships n n n n n Grappone Automotive Arch Equipment & Truck, LCC Strings & Things Music SHA Improving Earth Lincoln Financial NH Lodging & Restaurant Association CATCH Neighborhood Housing NHTI Nobis Engineering NH Fish and Game n n n Options Northeast Performance NH Dept. of Transportation – IT, Aeronautics Capital Area Veterinary Emergency Services NH Fisher Cats Everett Sports

Project Lead The Way Engineering Design n. Advanced Engineering n. Engineering Principles n. Advanced Engineering Principles n. Digital Electronics n

Jacqueline Coe– Dean of Humanities

Humanities Requirements for Freshmen n Freshmen are required to take a 2 credit course called Studies in the Humanities • Studies in the Humanities is a team-taught, interdisciplinary course which will combine areas of English, Social Studies, and the Fine and Performing Arts.

Humanities: World Languages n Freshmen may choose to take any of the following world languages: • • Spanish I or II Chinese I or II French II Latin I

Humanities Electives Freshmen may choose to take any of the following ½ credit Humanities electives: n • • • Creative Writing Blended Creative Writing College Composition Media Studies Poetry Workshop Public Presentations Film Critique Science Fiction/Fantasy Classical Mythology Contemporary Fiction Food & Literature Art & Writing • • • 20 th Century European History Psychology Child Psychology Sociology Law & Ethics Contemporary Issues Founding a Nation Civil War Cultural Geography Topics in History It is strongly recommended that students take at least one writing class while at BHS.

Humanities Visual Arts Electives n Freshmen may choose to take any of the following ½ credit Fine Arts electives: • • • Studio Art Drawing & Painting Jewelry Photography Pottery Sculpture MAKE Filmmaking Art Talk

Humanities Performing Arts Electives Freshmen may choose to take any of the following performing arts electives: • • • Concert Band Concert Choir Music Theory Guitar Piano History of Rockin’ Roll Advanced Musi Acting Workshop Technical Theatre • Movement & Dance • Instrumental Music Lessons • String Orchestra (meets Wednesday nights)

B. E. S. T. (Building Essential Skills for Tomorrow) n n n B. E. S. T. is a required 2. 5 year integrated Health, Wellness, Physical Education, and Career Exploration curriculum. B. E. S. T. fulfills the state requirements for Health and Physical Education. The goal of the B. E. S. T. program is to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle into adulthood.

B. E. S. T. (Building Essential Skills for Tomorrow) The integrated “active” components of B. E. S. T. are: n n Team Sport Activities (Basketball, Flag Football, etc. ) Adventure Based Education (Ropes Course, Climbing Wall, Initiative Games) n Individual/Dual Sports (Fishing, Tennis, etc. ) n Personal Fitness (Strength Training, Yoga, Aerobics)

B. E. S. T. (Building Essential Skills for Tomorrow) Health/Wellness Components of B. E. S. T. : n Grade 9 Personal Planning and Goal-setting Basic First Aid/CPR Certification Understanding Bullying Laws/Rules/Impact n Grade 10 Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Anatomy, Physiology, and Human Sexuality n Grade 11 (. 5 credit) Nutrition Components of Physical Fitness/Planning Post Secondary Planning

B. E. S. T. Electives n n n Team Sports and Society Intro to Sports Management Individual Fitness and Health Contemporary Issues in Health & Wellness B. E. S. T. 12

Family and Consumer Sciences Family and Consumer Science classes include: n Introduction to Foods n Creative Cooking n Interior Design n Child Development

Co-Curricular Activities n n n Athletics Performing Arts Clubs and Activities

Athletics Fall Cross Country(B&G) Field Hockey Football Golf (B&G) Soccer (B&G) Spirit Bass Fishing (B&G) Winter Basketball (B&G) Skiing, Alpine(B&G) Skiing, Nordic(B&G) Spring Baseball Lacrosse (B&G) Softball Ice Hockey Swimming (B&G) Wrestling Indoor Track (B&G) Unified Basketball (B& G) Track & Field(B&G) Tennis (B&G)

Athletics Physicals Student athletes must have a physical examination by a physician certifying that they can participate in interscholastic athletics after February 1 st of their 8 th grade year to participate in BHS Athletics.

Athletics Jim Kaufman, Athletic Director Meeting for 8 th Grade Students and Parents regarding Bow High School Athletics April 2, 2014 7 p. m. Bow High School Auditorium

The Performing Arts Concert Band String Ensemble Jazz Band Choir Drama Pep & Marching Band Theatre

Clubs and Activities Student Senate Spanish Club Interact French Club Gaming Club Class Government Math Team Snowboarding Hood and Jesses Youth & Government Latin Club Life is Beautiful Club Machinimation Club Drama Granite State Challenge Grilling Club Environmental Club Peer Outreach National Honor Society Literary Magazine Ping Pong Club Newspaper Club Garden Club Young Democrats/Republicans Color Guard Venturing Club

Thank You for Coming

If you have any questions, call the BHS Guidance Office at 228 -2210 or email the counselors at cdesruisseaux@bownet. org (A - Col) mhoberman@bownet. org (Com-Mas) jfarese@bownet. org (Mat-Z) Please refer to www. bownet. org/bhs for additional information