program of studies 2013-14 - Hilton Central School District

PROGRAM OFSTUDIES2013 – 2014MISSION STATEMENTWe of the Hilton Central School Systemwill engage and support all studentsacademically and socially in becomingself-directed, life-long learners who thinkcritically and creatively, and function ascaring, productive citizens.Hilton High SchoolCounseling Office400 East AvenueHilton, New York 14468Phone: 392-1000 ext. 22402

TABLE OF CONTENTSAdvanced PlacementBusiness DepartmentCollege CreditCooperative Work Experience ProgramCounseling DepartmentDiploma RequirementsEnglish DepartmentFamily & Consumer SciencesFine ArtsMusicArtGraduation RequirementsHealth EducationHonor RollInternational BaccalaureateIntroductionLanguages Other Than English (Second Language Dept.)Mathematics DepartmentNew Visions ProgramPhysical EducationSchool-To-Work ProgramsScience DepartmentSocial Studies DepartmentTechnology DepartmentTime Line for Course Selection ProcessWEMOCOWork Experience, Work Study, YearbookCover designed by Olivia Culbertson10439, 38, 44, 4948, 58461349313465310114282455 - 575348191637459 - 6248, 583

**If Geometry was completed in 8 th grade***If Earth Science was completed in 8 th gradeElectives: The remainder of your schedule iscompleted with electives. Electives are reallythe only courses you can choose from as a 9 thgrader.L.O.T.E. (Language Other Than English):Students are required to have completed 2years of study in L.O.T.E. by the end of their9 th grade year and earn 1 unit of credit bypassing the proficiency exam in Grade 8 or thecourse in Grade 9, in order to receive aRegents Diploma. Students wishing to earn aRegents Diploma with Advanced Designation,must have 3 L.O.T.E. credits* and pass aRegents L.O.T.E. exam.**Students who desire a Regents Diploma withAdvanced Designation may acquire 5 units inArt, Music, Business, Technology, Family andConsumer Science or WEMOCO to substitutefor the L.O.T.E. requirement.COURSE SELECTION PROCESS FOR8 th 9 th TRANSITIONDecember Academic Planning Night at Hilton HighSchool (December) Students/parents will review Program ofStudies and Course Selection Sheet. Students/parents review any questionswith teachers and counselors. Students return completed CourseSelection Sheets, with parent/guardiansignature, to the School Counseling Office.January High School and Middle School Counselorsexplain course selection and schedulinginformation to 8th grade students.Graduation requirements and generalinformation about the high school isreviewed as well.COURSE SELECTION DIRECTIONSFOR UPCOMING 10 TH , 11 TH , & 12 THGRADERSThe process of choosing your courses isextremely important. Choose your coursescarefully because you are expected toremain in those courses. Now is the time toread your handbook and gather allinformation necessary to make sounddecisions.5Please follow these steps in choosing yourcourses: Read the entire Program of StudiesHandbook with particular emphasis ongraduation requirements.Course Load Requirements:It is recommended that all students will signup for at least 6 courses plus PE.Teacher Recommendations:For proper course placement, it is importantto ask for advice and guidance from yourteachers. This is especially important whenadvancing from courses with more than onelevel, prerequisite or requiring arecommendation. Your current teachers willmake specific course recommendations.You are expected to bring your planningworksheet to class when told to do so byyour respective teachers.Course Selection:When you and your parents have decidedupon a course, complete your planningworksheet, listing all courses: full year,1 st semester and/or 2 nd semester.Parent Approval:After you have discussed your courseoptions with your teachers, parents &counselors, you must get your parentswritten approval on your CourseSelection Sheet and return it to theCounseling Office prior to your meetingwith your counselor.Your planning worksheet must be completedprior to your scheduled counseling meeting. Itis imperative that you bring a completedworksheet with you to your meeting. Allteachers will be devoting some class time toassist you in this decision-making process bymaking specific recommendations for futurecourses. Be sure to have teachers sign or initialall courses that are multi-level, haveprerequisites or require a teacherrecommendation. Planning worksheets must besigned by a parent/guardian and brought withyou to your scheduled meeting.Upcoming Seniors Please Note: You mustcarry a minimum of 5.5 credits during senioryear in order to be in good standing (i.e.eligible for senior events). Exceptions to thispolicy (i.e. 5 th year senior) must haveAdministrative approval.

DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTSREGENTS DIPLOMARequired CoursesREGENTS DIPLOMA WITHADVANCED DESIGNATIONRequired CoursesEnglish 4 English 4Social Studies 4 Social Studies 4Math 3 Math 3Science 3 Science 3*L.O.T.E. *1 **L.O.T.E. 3Art/Music 1 Art/Music 1Health .5 Health .5Phys. Ed. 2 Phys. Ed. 2Electives 3.5 Electives 1.5Total Credits 22 Total Credits 22REGENTS DIPLOMARequired Exams(passing score of 65 or above)Comprehensive EnglishRegents Global HistoryRegents U.S. HistoryOne Regents MathOne Regents ScienceREGENTS DIPLOMAWITH ADVANCED DESIGNATIONRequired Exams(passing score of 65 or above)Comprehensive EnglishAlgebraGeometryAlgebra 2/TrigonometryRegents Global HistoryRegents U.S. History***Two Regents Science**Regents L.O.T.E.*Students are required to have completed two years of study in LOTE (Language Other ThanEnglish) by the end of their freshman year and earn 1 unit of credit by passing theProficiency Exam in Grade 8 or the course in Grade 9.**Students may substitute a 5 unit sequence in Art, Music, Business, Technology, Familyand Consumer Science or Career & Technical Education for LOTE.***Must pass the Living Environment and one of the physical setting (Earth Science,Chemistry or Physics) examsI.B. Diploma – see page 11 for requirements6

COURSES WITH A COLLEGE CREDIT OPTIONDepartment Course Name College No. ofNotesAffiliation CreditsTECHNOLOGYPrinciples ofEngineeringRIT 4 Minimum score required on atest designed by RITAdvanced Electronics MCC 3Digital Electronics RIT/MCC 4/3Intro to Engineering RIT 4Design-DDDP/PLTWComputer Integrated RIT 4Manufacturing (CIM)Photography MCC 3Technical Drawing & MCC 3 Must take both coursesAutoCADAdvanced AutoCAD MCC 3Civil Engineering &ArchitectureRIT 4FACS Child Development II MCC 6MATHEMATICS Intermediate Algebra GCC 3BUSINESS Accounting MCC 4Fundamentals of Law MCC 3Keyboarding/BusinessCommunications (full MCC 3year)Principles of Marketing MCC 3Web Design/MicrosoftOfficeMCC 3 This meets the computer literacyrequirement at many collegesLOTE French 4French 5Spanish 4Spanish 5MCCMCCMCCMCC5555Students sign up for 5 credits inthe fall, they earn 3 credits in thefall and 2 credits in the spring.Students sign up for 5 credits inthe fall, they earn 3 credits in thefall and 2 credits in the spring.SOCIAL STUDIES Advanced Economics MCC 3 Minimum grade of 70 requiredSCIENCE EMT-D MCC 6 Students need to be 18 prior toSeptember 1 st of the year theytake the course to gain collegecredit9

GENERAL COURSEINFORMATION1. REQUIRED COURSESStudents must enroll in certain requiredcourses each year and may take additionalelectives as desired. Students are reminded toselect courses, which complete their sequencerequirements (if required).Explanation of term Prerequisite: A course orcourses that a student must complete beforetaking the next course in subject area, i.e.,Global I, then Global II; English 9, then English10. Indicated prerequisites must be met beforeproceeding to the next course.2. HONOR STUDENT DESIGNATIONHonor designations are computed for studentseach quarter. To be recognized, students mustbe considered “full-time” students (carrying aminimum of 5 ½ credits) and have no“incompletes”. All courses taken for creditexcept Independent Study are used incomputing the Honor Roll and all averages are“rounded up”.The Honor Roll Categories are:Honor 84.5-89.4%High Honor 89.5-94.4%Academic Merit 94.5-100%3. DISTRICT PROCEDURES FOROBTAINING COURSE CREDIT BYEXAMINATIONSection 100.5-(d) (1) of the CommissionersRegulations (Regents Action Plan) allows astudent to earn course credit by examination inthe following manner:1. The principal of the school must approve ofthe student being able to benefit academicallyby exercising this alternative. Such approvalshould be based ona. the student having earned a final gradeof 90% or higher in the previous courseof the subject area in which theexamination is to be given, andb. two recommendations from teachers ofthe subject area indicating the student‟sability, skill level, and knowledge aresufficient to attempt and succeed viathis alternative.102. Upon being approved to obtain coursecredit by examination, a student must:a. Score at least an 85% on a Statedeveloped or State approvedexamination (This requirement mayrestrict this alternative to Regentscourses).b. Pass an oral exam or successfullycomplete a special project todemonstrate proficiency. Both ofthese requirements are to becomprehensive, developed by thestaff involved, and approved by theprincipal. If the exam is in a sciencecourse which requires a lab and labreports, the student must alsodemonstrate proficiency in thenecessary laboratory skills.3. Any approved student not being successfulin obtaining credit by examination as describedherein must then schedule the course andproceed through it to completion in the regularmanner in order to gain that credit.4. No more than 6 1/2 credits can be earnedin this manner towards graduation for either aRegents or local diploma.5. A student must indicate his/her request forapproval to earn credit by examination andwithout attending class prior to the school yearcommencing. It is not an option for a studentwho wishes to drop a course after the coursehas commenced.4. ADVANCED PLACEMENTHilton High School presently offers advancedplacement courses to students in: English,Calculus, Statistics, Chemistry, ComputerScience, Physics, Biology, European History,Participation in Government, American Historyand World History. These courses involve moredepth and breadth of content than theequivalent regent‟s course. The coursesthemselves are different from the Regentsofferings in that the students must draw upontheir entire store of knowledge and organizerelevant information into a unified andcoherent solution to problems.A valuable benefit to students taking APcourses is their introduction to college levelwork, both in terms of quality and quantity. Ithas been reported that students returning aftera year in college have indicated AP courses

helped them with both subject understandingand study habits. These courses may beawarded three to six credits, depending uponthe college and grade on the AP exam (usually3 or above).In May, Advanced Placement exams are givenin: English, Calculus, Statistics, ComputerScience, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, EuropeanHistory, Music Theory, Participation inGovernment, American History, and WorldHistory. The exam fee is approximately $90.00.Students enrolled in the AP courses areexpected to take the AP exam.INTERNATIONALBACCALAUREATEThe International Baccalaureate Program is arigorous pre-university course of study. It is acomprehensive, balanced curriculum thatincorporates high standards of assessments.With a strong emphasis on internationalunderstanding, this program meets the needsof highly motivated students during their juniorand senior year of high school. Students caneither earn an IB Diploma or individual IBcourse certificates.What are the benefits of taking IB classes? IB classes stress critical thinking andanalysis IB prepares students for college levelwork IB is looked at favorably by collegeadmissionsIB DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTSThe IB diploma student studies six subjectareas concurrently. The six areas are:Language A1, Second Language, Individualsand Societies, Experimental Science,Mathematics, and Arts and the Electives.Diploma candidates must select one subjectfrom each of the six groups; however, thestudent can substitute an extra class fromgroups 1-5 for a course in group 6 (Arts andthe Electives). At least three (3) and not morethan four (4) of the courses are taken at thehigher level (HL), the other courses arestandard level (SL). HL courses represent aminimum of 240 teaching hours and SLcourses cover no less than 150 hours.Additional Requirements forIB Diploma CandidatesIn order to earn an IB Diploma, the studentmust fulfill the following requirements:Creativity, Action, and ServiceCAS requires 50 hours in each area for a totalof 150 hours. A CAS coordinator will help thestudent make appropriate choices. CAS occursoutside the school day – it is not a scheduledcourse.Extended EssayThe extended essay is a 3000-4000 wordresearch essay under the guidance of a mentor.The student can meet with his/her extendedessay mentor before, during and/or afterschool – the extended essay does not occurduring a scheduled course.IB CoursesMany IB classes are two years long. As with AP Classes, any student taking an IB Class is expected tosit for the exam. The exams are approximately $90 each. The chart below indicates how long the IBclass is (one or two years) and when payment for the exam is due.IB Class Junior Year Senior YearIB English LiteratureTwo year courseIB English Literature11IB English Literature12IB Language &LiteratureTwo year courseNo payment due Exam payment due inSeptemberIB Language & Lit 11 IB Language and Lit 12No payment dueExam payment due inSeptember11

IB FrenchOne year course,always in the senioryearIB SpanishOne year course,always in the senioryearFrench 4Spanish 4IB FrenchExam payment due inSeptemberIB SpanishExam payment due inSeptemberIB History of theAmericasTwo year courseIB PsychologyTwo year courseIB ChemistryTwo year courseIB BiologyOne year courseStudents pay for thecourse the year it istakenIB Math StudiesOne year courseStudents pay for thecourse the year it istakenIB MathematicsNote that it is stillpossible for a junior totake IB Math Calc 12 ifthey are advancedIB History of theAmericas 11No payment dueIB History of theAmericas 12Exam payment due inSeptemberIB Psychology 11 IB Psychology 12No payment due Exam payment due inSeptemberIB Chemistry 11 IB Chemistry 12No payment dueIB BiologyExam payment due inSeptemberIB Math StudiesExam payment due inSeptemberExam payment due inSeptemberIB BiologyExam payment due inSeptemberIB Math StudiesExam payment due inSeptemberIB Math Pre-Calc 11 IB Math Calc 12No payment dueExam payment due inSeptemberIB Visual ArtsTwo year course IB Visual Arts 11 IB Visual Arts 12No payment dueExam payment due inSeptemberIB MusicOne year courseStudents pay for thecourse the year it istakenMusic is offered everyother year2013 - 2014IB MusicExam payment due inSeptember2014 - 2015IB MusicNot offeredExam payment due inSeptember12

Theory of KnowledgeWhen can you trust your senses? Is there evera time we can rely on emotion over reason?What is art? Is imagination important to ahistorian? Is math invented or discovered?How do we judge whether our behavior ismorally correct? How can we know theanswers? These are the types of questionsstudents will investigate in this discussionbasedcourse that focuses on critical reflectionon knowledge. It is a one year course for non-IB diploma students and a two year course forIB diploma students. The course is open tojuniors and seniors.IB CertificatesStudents may elect to take one or more IBcourses in order to earn an IB certificate. Thestudent is not required to complete theadditional requirements.ENGLISH DEPARTMENTStudents in Hilton ELA classes will uselanguage as a means to better understandthemselves and the human condition. Theywill explore other ways of thinking, becomecritical, literate, creative, and lifelongreaders, writers, listeners, and speakers.All English 9, 10, and 11 courses are taught atthe Regents level of instruction and follow theNew York State Language Arts‟ standards forreading, writing, listening, and speaking. Allstudents in English 11 will take the New YorkState English Comprehensive Regent‟sExamination.1. The student MUST pass English 9 beforetaking English 10, English 10 before takingEnglish 11, and English 11 before takingEnglish 12.2. Students failing an English course mustrepeat the course the following year unless thecourse has been successfully repeated insummer school. Students may not double upin English.3. Students enrolled in English 9, English 10,English 11, English 12 IB or AP English arerequired to take the final exam at the end ofthe spring semester. Students repeating anyone of these courses must repeat the entirecourse.4. Early graduates who plan to take four yearsof English in three years should plan to takeone year of English in summer school as a“new course” because four years are required tocomplete the mandated four units of Englishcredit. Students may not double up inEnglish.5. Students are required to take and pass:English 9English 10English 11(w/Regents Exam)English 12 or IB/AP English1 credit1 credit1 credit1 creditENGLISH 9This course is designed for all ninth gradeEnglish students. Students will be exposed toa variety of genres that span many ages andcultures. These works include classicliterature ranging from Shakespeare‟s andSophocles‟ tragic dramas to modern novels,short stories, and poems. Students willcomplete writing tasks such as literatureessays, reports, and synthesis essays that aredesigned to parallel the tasks required on theNYS Comprehensive English Examinationusually given in 11 th grade. Students will beexpected to complete a research paper followingthe MLA format. Assessments and unit tasksare aligned to prepare students to meet thedistrict and New York State ELA Standards.Full Year Course9 TH GRADE10 TH GRADE1 creditENGLISH 10Students will learn to use multiple types ofmaterials to explore a variety of concepts such asintegrity, strength, justice and truth. A typicalunit might have students working with aquestion like: how do we discover more aboutourselves and the people around us or „what doesit mean to be fair?‟ To better understand thisquestion, students will be presented with avariety of materials designed to show themvarious perspectives of these questions.13

Students will also work on a variety of speakingand writing assignments throughout the yeardesigned to improve their ability to communicateeffectively. Assessments are designed to preparestudents to meet the NYS and district ELAstandards.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: English 91 creditENGLISH 11: IB LANGUAGE & LITERATUREThis course is designed to work with students tohelp them look at literature and a variety ofmaterials and analyze them from multipleperspectives. An important part of the course isthe examination of work produced in otherlanguages and cultures which will encouragestudents to reflect on and address their owncultural assumptions. Along with this, issuedranging from gender, power and identity and howthey figure into political pressure andcensorship, or the role of the individual andfamily in society, will be considered throughoutthe year.This course gives the opportunity for students toimprove their critical skills as well as becomemore literate, critical life-long thinkers, readers,and speakers. Assessments will include a varietyof written and verbal tasks designed to preparestudents for success beyond high school as wellas meet NYS and district ELA standards.Part of the benefit of this course is that it is thefirst part of a two year sequence. By taking bothyears of this course, students are eligible to takethe IB Language and Literature exam and ifsuccessful, earn an IB certificate for the course.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: English 1011 TH GRADE1 creditand address their own cultural assumptions isan important part of this course.Students will work on improving their ability toexpress themselves verbally as well as inwriting, with persuasive writing focusing onelements of purpose, audience, argumentation,and style.This course gives the opportunity for studentsto improve their critical skills as well as becomemore literate, critical life-long thinkers,readers, and speakers. Assessments willinclude a variety of written and verbal tasksdesigned to prepare students for successbeyond high school as well as meet NYS anddistrict ELA standards.Part of the benefit of this course is that it is thefirst part of a two year sequence. By takingboth years of this course, students are eligibleto take the IB Language and Literature examand if successful, earn an IB certificate for thecourse.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: English 101 creditTHEORY OF KNOWLEDGE 1 11 or 12Theory of Knowledge (ToK) is a discussionbased class that examines how we know whatwe know. In class, we look at how emotion,reason, language, and sense perception affectwhat and how we know things in art, history,math, science, and ethics. Students will learnto create and refine arguments, analyzeinformation from multiple perspectives, andappreciate different points of view. They willalso review how their learning in differentclasses connects to each other ToK ismandatory for IB Diploma students and does notcount for English credit.Full Year Coursel creditENGLISH 11: IB LITERATUREIn this more traditional literature-based course,students focus on literary analysis of a varietyof genre ranging from novels and plays topoetry and non-fiction. During the year we willdiscuss literary periods, styles, thematic,historical, and philosophical connectionsbetween the works. The inclusion of workproduced in other languages and culturesdesigned to encourage students to reflect on14

12 TH GRADEENGLISH 12: IB LANGUAGE & LITERATUREThis course is a continuation of the English 11course of the same name. This course willprovide students with a broad and balancedprogram of study. Throughout the coursestudents will work with a variety of texts andmedia to consider concepts such as identityand culture in order to develop their criticalthinkingand reflective skills, research skills,and independent learning skills.THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE 2 12IB Diploma Students onlyStudents in ToK 2 will continue to refine theirskills from ToK 1, revisit their externalassessments prior to submission, work on theirExtended Essays, and focus on their CASreflections. The course is designed to enhanceand strengthen the skills and knowledgeneeded to be successful IB Diploma candidate.ToK 2 is mandatory for IB Diploma studentsand does not count for English credit.Full Year Course1 creditPart of the benefit of this course is that it is thesecond part of a two year sequence. By takingboth years of this course, students are eligibleto take the IB Language and Literature examand if successful, earn an IB certificate for thecourse.This IB course has an exam in May; in order tohave IB designation on one’s transcript thestudent is required to sit for the IB examination.The exam fee for this course is $90. Paymentplans are available and the fee for students onthe free/reduced lunch is waived by New YorkState.Prerequisite: successful completion of IBLanguage & Literature 11ENGLISH 12: IB LITERATUREThis course encourages the investigation of thevariety of connections present in the worksread. Students are taught to recognize andexplore these connections. In this second yearof the two year sequence, students continue towork on improving the skills necessary toinvestigate, develop, and communicate avariety of ideas through reading and writing; allof which are intended to prepare students foruniversity-level study. Assessments aredesigned to provide students with a variety ofchallenging yet interesting ways to demonstratetheir abilities.This IB course has an exam in May; in order tohave IB designation on one’s transcript thestudent is required to sit for the IB examination.The exam fee for this course is $90. Paymentplans are available and the fee for students onfree/reduced lunch is waived by New YorkState.Prerequisite: successful completion of IBLiterature 1115ENGLISH 12: AP ENGLISHLiterature and Composition course engagesstudents in the careful reading and criticalanalysis of imaginative literature. Through theclose reading of selected texts, students deepentheir understanding of the ways writers uselanguage to provide both meaning and pleasurefor their readers. As they read, studentsconsider a work‟s structure, style, and themesas well as such smaller-scale elements as theuse of figurative language, imagery, symbolism,and tone. Must pay for exam senior year.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: Recommendation of 11 th GradeEnglish Teacher, 90% or above on EnglishRegentsENGLISH 12: TECHNICAL READING &WRITINGThe focus of the course is to prepare studentsfor the technical reading and writing materialthey will encounter as high school students,college students, and in today‟s technologicallybased workplace. Students will producedocuments such as instructional brochures,manuals, and presentations giving them achance to learn and apply a variety of technicalreading and writing skills and strategies as wellas have an opportunity to gain an in-depthknowledge in a field of interest. Career/Course

the Global History graduation requirement.Students must meet the prerequisites.Juniors (11 th grade)‣ US History & GovernmentOr‣ AP US HistoryOr‣ IB History of the Americas (first of 2 yearcourse)Seniors (12 th grade)‣ Participation in Government ANDEconomics (1/2 year courses)Or‣ AP Government and Advanced Economics(1/2 year courses)Or‣ IB 20 th Century World History (completesthe 2 nd year requirement for IB Historydiploma or certificate and the New YorkState requirement for Government &Economics)Please see course descriptions for specificinformation related to each course.GLOBAL HISTORY & GEOGRAPHY I 9This required course is offered to all 9 th gradestudents as the first year of a two-yearsequence in the regional study of historicaldevelopments in various areas of the world.Events will be examined in relationship to othersocial sciences including geography, economicsand political science. This program will focuson the historical process and global themes byutilizing primary sources and documents. Theregions emphasized in Global History I are theMiddle East, Africa, Latin America, India,China, Japan and South-East Asia. GlobalHistory and Geography I and II are designed toprepare students to become active citizens in arapidly and ever changing world.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: none1 creditGLOBAL HISTORY & GEOGRAPHY II 10This required course is the second year of a two-yearsequence in the regional study of historicaldevelopments in various areas of the world. GlobalHistory II students will study Europe and Russiaand develop skills to help them understand majorthemes that have helped shape today‟s world.Events will be examined in relationship to othersocial sciences including geography, economics andpolitical science. This course culminates with aState exam encompassing the entire two-yearsequence that must be passed to meet graduationrequirements. Students are required to take theGlobal History Regents Examination at the end ofthis course.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: Global History & Geography IAP WORLD HISTORY 9, 10This 2 year course meets the State‟srequirement for Global History and Geography I& II. Students are required to take the GlobalHistory Regents exam in June of 10 th grade.This is a chronological study of world historyfrom early civilization to the present and willemphasize critical thinking, analysis of primarysource documents and writing. All students inAP World History will be expected to take theAP exam in May. College credit may beobtained based on this examination andstudents will be better prepared for the rigorsof college level course work. (10 th gradestudents must also take the Global HistoryRegents exam in June.)Full Year Course1 creditRecommended for students contemplating the IBprogram or other AP courses.Prerequisite to AP World History 9:Recommendation from 8 th grade teacher, overall90% average, self-motivated learner.Prerequisite to AP World History 10: Successfulcompletion of AP World History 9.17AP EUROPEAN HISTORY 10, 11, 12This is a college credit bearing class offered tohighly motivated students. The class is an indepthchronological study of European history.This class meets the State requirements forGlobal History II, but upper classmen are alsoencouraged to take this class as an elective. Allstudents in AP European History will beexpected to take the Advanced Placement examin May. College credit may be obtained basedon this examination and students will be betterprepared for the rigors of college level coursework. (10 th grade students must also take theGlobal History Regents exam in June.)

Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: Global History & Geography I withat least an 90% average in Global I and teacherrecommendationUNITED STATES HISTORY & GOVERNMENT11This required class is the chronological study ofmajor events in the history of the United Statesand the development of the political structureofour government. This class also culminateswith a State exam that must be passed to meetgraduation requirements.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: Global History & Geography IIThis is the second year of a rigorous two-yearcourse to prepare students for the required IBassessments while meeting New York State andDistrict standards. In grade 12 students willstudy Twentieth Century World History Topics:#1 Causes, Practices and Effects of War and #2The Cold War within the context of theprescribed IB subject: Communism in Crisis1976-1989. Their studies and research willprovide students with the analytical skills andfactual knowledge necessary to interpret andevaluate historical events and to pursueadditional advanced studies. Comparativestudies of Canada, North America and LatinAmerica and the use of primary sourcematerials will enable students to develop aglobal perspective and understand the impactof regional events on world politics andeconomics.This IB course has an exam in May; studentsare required to sit for the IB examination. Theexam fee for this course is $90. Payment plansare available and the fee for students onfree/reduced lunch is waived by New YorkState.Full Year Course1 creditCompletion of IB History of the Americas(11) and IB 20 th Century World HistoryTopics (12) meets the NYS graduationrequirements for Government & Economics.IB HISTORY OF THE AMERICAS 11The History of the Americas is the first of a two yearrigorous course of study. We will conduct achronological examination of United States andCanadian history, including some aspects of LatinAmerican history. Students will identify thepolitical, economic, social and geographic influenceson the development of these three regions from themid-18 th century to 1995. Some of the areas ofextended examination include: characteristics ofcolonial rule; achievement of independence; slaveryand its effects; evolution and changes ingovernments; causes and effects of the GreatDepression; industrialization; and foreign policies ofthe region. The rigor of this course will furtherdevelop students‟ ability to gather factualinformation, analyze, and interpret history frommultiple perspectives.Full Year Course1 creditRecommended for students who havesuccessfully completed AP World History or APEuropean History.IB 20 th c. WORLD HISTORY TOPICS 12AP AMERICAN HISTORY 11, 12This is a college credit bearing class offered tohighly motivated students. The class is an indepthchronological study of the United States.This class meets the State requirement forAmerican History & Government. All studentsin AP American History will be expected to takethe Advanced Placement test in May. Collegecredit may be obtained based on thisexamination and students will be betterprepared for the rigors of college level coursework. (11 th grade students must also take theAmerican History & Government Regents examin June.)Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: Global History & Geography II withat least an 90% average in Social Studies andteacher recommendationPARTICIPATION IN GOVERNMENT 12This required class is the examination of thefunction of the Government of the UnitedStates and the role of the citizen in that18

government. Students are required to takepart in various forms of community service toenhance their awareness of civic responsibility.½ Year Course½ creditPrerequisite: United States History &GovernmentOffered both semestersADVANCED ECONOMICS 12This class is offered to highly motivatedstudents who want an in-depth study ofeconomic systems and problems in today‟sworld. This course will be offered in the firstsemester and meets the State‟s requirement forEconomics. Successful completion ofAdvanced Economics is a prerequisite fortaking AP Government.½ Year Course 1 st Semester Only ½ creditPrerequisite: AP US History or US History &Government with teacher recommendation.NOTE: Dual credit through MCC availablethe main focus of this course. This course willlay the foundation for further study within thefield of Psychology.½ Year course½ creditPlease Note: Psychology and IB Psychologycannot be taken concurrentlySOCIAL AWARENESS 11, 12This ½ year elective is offered to juniors andseniors and will provide a broad overview ofsocial issues facing modern society. Studentsexamine social problems in the community,nation and the world. Some topics include butare not limited to: discrimination, poverty andviolence. Students will research a variety ofprograms and solutions to address modernsocial problems.½ year course½ creditAP GOVERNMENT 12This is a college credit bearing class offered tohighly motivated students. The class is an indepthexamination of the government of theUnited States and its functions. This coursewill be offered in the second semester andmeets the State‟s requirement for ParticipationIn Government. All students are expected totake the AP Government test in May. Collegecredit may be earned based on thisexamination and students will be betterprepared for the rigors of college level work.½ Year Course 2 nd Semester only ½ creditPrerequisite: Successful completion of AdvancedEconomicsECONOMICS 12This required course is the examination ofvarious economic systems and their functions.Students will study the relationships betweenproducers, consumers and governmentagencies in modern American society.½ Year Course½ creditPrerequisite: United States History &GovernmentOffered both semestersPSYCHOLOGY 11, 12This ½ year elective is offered to juniors andseniors and will provide a broad overview of thefield of Psychology including main theories,research and current applications. The roots ofPsychology and Abnormal Psychology will beSCIENCE DEPARTMENTThe goal of K-12 science instruction is forstudents to experience, understand anddevelop a curiosity of the natural world.This will be accomplished throughdevelopment of science skills such asinquiry, experimentation, observation,research and exploration. Students willuse scientific knowledge to understand theworld around them and make informeddecisions.REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL STUDENTSREGENTS DIPLOMA‣ Successful completion of three Scienceunits, one of which must be from aLiving Environment course‣ Minimum of 65% on at least oneRegents Science examREGENTS DIPLOMA WITH ADVANCEDESIGNATION‣ Successful completion of three Scienceunits 2 of which must be Regentscourses‣ Minimum grade of 65% on the LivingEnvironment Regents exam and aminimum grade of 65% on one otherRegents exam, Earth Science,Chemistry or Physics.19

REGENTS LAB REQUIREMENTPlease note: It is a New York StateEducation requirement that no student beallowed to take a Regents ScienceExamination unless the laboratoryrequirement has been met:‣ All students must complete 1200minutes of lab time‣ All students must complete writtenlab reports with a minimum grade of65%.The Science Department recommends:1. Students planning to attend college areadvised to take four Regents ScienceCourses.2. Students should seek advice from pastscience teachers, counselors, andparents, concerning the best choice forthem.3. It is a requirement that a student whofails a course must retake the wholecourse (labs included). A student whopasses the course but fails the exammay choose to only retake the exam.EARTH SCIENCE 9, 10, 11, 12This Regents course includes the study of thestructure and changes of earth‟s surface,weather, astronomy, and ecology with anemphasis on process. Students should possessaverage to above average math skills and aboveaverage vocabulary and reading skills. Inaddition to a traditional Regents exam, thestudent will be assessed on lab concepts, along-term project and lab performance tasks.Regents laboratory requirement applies.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: None1 creditSPACE AND WEATHER 11, 12This advanced one-half year course is dividedinto two ten-week topics. The first topic,“Space” allows the student to discover thewonders of the universe through a telescope.Students will learn to use some of the tools andmethods used by astronomers. Students willbe expected to find stars, planets,constellations and other objects of interest,with the use of the naked eye and telescope.The second half of the semester will investigatethe weather. The main objectives will deal withobservational weather phenomena, forecasting,violent weather and analysis of local andregional data.First semester only½ creditPrerequisite: Regents Earth Science + RegentsLiving EnvironmentROCKS, FOSSILS & GEOLOGYOF NEW YORK STATE 11, 12This advanced one-half year course will be aproject-oriented study of the physical geology ofWestern New York. Students will collect,identify and display rocks and fossils foundlocally. They will develop explanations for thephysical appearance of local landforms.Second semester only½ creditPrerequisite: Regents Earth Science + RegentsLiving Environment20THE LIVING ENVIRONMENT 9, 10, 11, 12This course is organized around five unifyingthemes: Interaction and Interdependence,Maintaining a Dynamic Equilibrium, Geneticsand Molecular Biology, Evolution andReproduction and Development. Students areassessed by demonstrating their knowledgeand understanding of the biological contentand concepts by laboratory work, projects and

activities as well as traditional tests throughoutthe year. The Regents laboratory requirementapplies.Full Year Course1 creditAP BIOLOGY 11, 12Advanced Placement Biology is an introductory,college level, freshman course. Thischallenging course explores the three majorlevels of modern biology: molecular, geneticsand evolution, organisms and populations.There is a rigorous laboratory requirement. Allstudents in AP Biology will be expected to takethe AP exam in May. Many colleges awardcredit on the basis of this examination. Thiscourse involves a great deal of reading forinformation and a strong Chemistrybackground. Students should be skilled inthese areas.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisites: Earth Science R, The LivingEnvironment, and Chemistry RIB BIOLOGY 11, 12This one year course looks at theinterconnectedness of biology. The goal of thecourse is to focus on a limited body of facts andat the same time develop a broad, generalunderstanding of the principles of the subject.Focus is on four major themes: Structure andFunction, University versus Diversity,Equilibrium within systems and Evolution. Itincludes several long term projects includingthe Group IV Project, an interdisciplinaryproject with the IB Chemistry class. Studentswill write the external assessment. Manycolleges award credit on the basis of thisexamination.This IB course has an exam in May; studentsare required to sit for the IB examination. Theexam fee for this course is $90. Payment plansare available and the fee for students onfree/reduced lunch is waived by New YorkState.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: 2 Regents Sciences + currentteacher’s recommendationCHEMISTRY IN THE COMMUNITY 11, 12This course ties core concepts of chemistry, thecomposition, structure and properties ofmatter, with key societal issues. Students willlearn chemical facts, concepts, and laboratory21skills in the context of real world settings.Topics of study will focus around supplying ourwater needs and conserving chemicalresources.First semester only½ creditRecommended Prerequisite: Two years ofScience & MathCONTEMPORARY CHEMISTRY 11, 12Contemporary Chemistry is a laboratory-basedcourse in which students will study thecomposition, structure and properties ofmatter. In particular, students will study theaffects of chemistry on their lives. Currentchemical issues such as radiation, disposal ofhazardous materials, energy sources, andenvironmental toxicology will be taught withemphasis on understanding the chemistryunderlying current issues. First semestercourse is recommended but not required.Second semester only½ creditRecommended Prerequisite: Two years ofScience & MathFORENSIC SCIENCE 11, 12Forensics is the study and application ofscientific methods to legal matters concerningcrimes. This course applies students‟ priorknowledge of the scientific method to realisticcrime scenes and other related crime scenarios.Students will learn how painstaking attentionto detail and deductive reasoning coupled withknowledge of all four sciences are used byforensic scientists. Techniques on surveying acrime scene and collecting and analyzingevidence will be addressed. The course issuggested for juniors and seniors interested inpost-secondary study in the area of criminaljustice and/or forensic science.½ Year Course½ creditPrerequisite: Regents Earth Science + RegentsLiving EnvironmentChemistry in the Community & ConsumerChemistry OR may be taken concurrently withRegents ChemistryCHEMISTRY REGENTSThis course covers the structure and propertiesof matter. Extensive laboratory activityemphasizes observations and data collectionfrom which conclusions are drawn. Topicsinclude Atomic Theory, Gas Laws, KineticTheory, Equilibrium, Reaction Rates, Acids andBases, Oxidation-Reduction, and OrganicChemistry. The final grade is determined by aRegents exam. The Regents laboratoryrequirement applies. This course involves agreat deal of reading for information and

algebra. Students should be skilled in theseareas.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: Regents Earth Science + RegentsLiving Environment2 units of MathAP CHEMISTRY 11, 12Advanced Placement Chemistry covers manytopics in freshman college chemistry andincludes required lab work. Topics coveredinclude atomic theory, acid-base theory,kinetics and ionic equilibria. All students in APChemistry will be expected to take the AP examgiven in May. Many colleges award credit onthe basis of this examination.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: Chemistry R and current teacher’srecommendation, Course III MathCo-requisite: Pre or AP CalculusIB CHEMISTRY 11, 12This two-year course is an in depth study ofchemical theories, their application andlaboratory procedures that follows the IBsyllabus. Students can use IB chemistry tofulfill the group IV requirement of the full IBdiploma. The course is designed for highlymotivated students with scientific aptitude andinterest. Included is an in depth study of thestructure of matter, the atomic theory,chemical bonding, stoichiometry, energetics,kinetics, equilibrium, acid and base behavior,electrochemistry, organic chemistry. Thecourse also has the flexibility to offer twoadditional topics such as further organicchemistry, modern analytical chemistry,environmental chemistry, drugs and medicine,food chemistry, chemistry in industry orhuman biochemistry. Students will take theRegents examination as the first yearassessment. The regents laboratoryrequirement applies.This IB course has an exam in May of the 2 ndyear; students are required to sit for the IBexamination. The exam fee for this course is$90. Payment plans are available and the feefor students on free/reduced lunch is waived byNew York State.2 Year Course 1 credit per yearPrerequisite: 2 Regents Science credits + 2Regents Math credits + current teacher’srecommendation22APPLIED PHYSICS I 11, 12Applied Physics I is an independent onesemestercourse which provides a basicintroduction to the topics of motion, forces, andenergy. Instructional emphasis is on labinvestigation and student projects.Understandings are based on graphing andlogical analysis.First Semester Only½ creditRecommended Prerequisite: 2 units of Scienceand 2 units of MathAPPLIED PHYSICS II 11, 12This is an independent course but the newstudent may need a review of the earliercourse. The topics of electricity, magnetism,and sound and light waves will be covered. Thestudent will demonstrate understandingthrough projects and labs that use skills andknowledge to solve problems.Second Semester Only½ creditRecommended Prerequisite: 2 units of Science +2 units of MathPHYSICS REGENTS 10,11, 12Physics is the study of matter and energy andhow they are related. This course includes thefollowing topics; mechanics, waves, electricity,magnetism, and modern physics. Concepts aredeveloped using mathematics as the languageof physics. Students will take notes, observedemonstrations, solve word problems andparticipate in labs and small group activities.Physics is highly recommended for any studentwho plans to pursue the IB program, attendcollege or postsecondary training in any sciencerelated field, or who wants to be able to makeinformed decisions in an increasinglytechnological world. The Regents Laboratoryrequirement applies. The Regents Physicsexamination serves as the final exam for thecourse. This course involves a great deal ofreading for information, algebra andtrigonometry, so students should be skilledin these areas.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: 2 Regents Science + 2 units ofMath + current teacher’s recommendationAP PHYSICS 10, 11, 12Advanced Placement Physics is a first-year,non-calculus, college physics course. Topicscovered include mechanics, waves and light,electricity and magnetism, atomic and nuclear

physics. All students in AP Physics will beexpected to take the AP exam in May. Manycolleges award credit on the basis of thisexamination. Target Audience: Highlymotivated students who excel in Math andScience, but have not take Regents Physics.Full Year CoursePrerequisite:1 credit‣ 2 Regents Science Units with a minimumof 85% on each Regents exam‣ 3 Regents Math Units with a minimum of85% on each Regents examor‣ 2 Regents Math Units with a minimum of85% on each Regents exam while takingTrigonometry concurrently + currentteacher’s permissionINVESTIGATING SCIENCE 12This one credit, full year course offered to 12 thgraders applies scientific principles to developmeaningful science activities that will be usedat the primary (K-2) levels. Participants willcomplete field experience working withelementary students and teachers. This courseis designed for students with an interest inscience and those who plan to work withpreschool and elementary school children.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: Three Science credits1 creditEMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAL-DEFIBRILLATION (EMT-D) 12This course covers the administration ofemergency medical care to patients of medicalemergencies. Main topic areas include: basicanatomy and physiology; patient assessment;control of bleeding and shock; evaluation andtreatment of tissue, muscular, skeletal, andinternal injuries; cardiac arrest; defibrillation;emergency childbirth; environmentalemergencies; lifting and moving, extrication,and transportation of patients. Uponsatisfactory completion of this course,applicants (who must be at least 18 as ofAugust 2010) can take the written NYSexamination and practical skillsperformance for EMT certification.Recommended for students interested in healthcare professions.Full Year Course6 credit hours availablethrough MCC upon completionPrerequisite: 3 Science credits including theLiving Environment.Permission from current science teacher & Mr.McDowell23

as consumers, investors, and planners. Thiscourse will develop fundamental principlesand operations as they pertain to adultsituations such as personal finance,budgeting, banking, and investments.½ Year Course½ creditPrerequisite: Geometry A & teacher/counselorrecommendationCREATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING 12This course is for seniors only, who will beprovided with basic problem solving strategiesthat can be applied to other courses or real lifesituations. Students will also developwritten/oral communication skills and workcooperatively with peers.½ Year Course½ creditPrerequisite: Geometry A & teacher/counselorrecommendationSAT MATH PREP 11, 12This course will allow kids to take the time tobecome better problem solvers and test takers.The students will learn general problemsolving strategies and techniques to help themon standardized tests such as SAT, SAT II(math), and ACT. Cannot count toward 3math credits.½ Year CoursePrerequisite: Geometry½ credittopics will be assessed through the completionof a portfolio. AP Calculus may also bechallenged in the second year of this course.Math requirement for IB diploma will besatisfied or IB certificate will be awarded uponcompletion of IB Mathematics: Precalculus andCalculus. The TI-83/84 Plus or TI-NSpire withtouchpad calculator is required for the course.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: Trigonometry1 creditIB MATH STUDIES 11, 12This course is intended for students who areinterested in preparing for college levelmathematics for a liberal arts/non math relatedmajor. It involves the study of Algebra, Logic,Probability, Functions, Geometry, Trigonometry,Statistics, Introduction to Calculus, andFinancial Mathematics. Math requirement forIB diploma will be satisfied or IB certificate willbe awarded. The TI-83/84 Plus or TI-NSpirewith touchpad calculator is required for thecourse.This IB course has an exam in May; students arerequired to sit for the IB examination. The examfee for this course is $90. Payment plans areavailable and the fee for students onfree/reduced lunch is waived by New York State.Full Year Course IB Certificate/DiplomaPrerequisite: Trigonometry1 creditIB MATHEMATICS: CALCULUS 12This course is the second of two intended forthose students pursuing an IB diploma orcertificate that are very strong in math and areinterested in pursuing a math/science relatedfield. This rigorous math course involvesmathematical investigation and problem solvingthrough the in depth study of sequences/series,integration, and applications. AP Calculus mayalso be challenged at the end of this course.Math requirement for IB diploma will besatisfied or IB certificate will be awarded uponcompletion of IB Mathematics: Precalculus andCalculus. The TI-83/84 Plus or TI-NSpire withtouchpad calculator is required for the course.IB MATHEMATICS: PRECALCULUS 11, 12This course is for students who are very strongin math and are interested in pursuing amath/science related field. This rigorousmath course involves mathematicalinvestigation and problem solving through thein depth study of algebra, matrices, functions,limits, derivatives, and applications. SomeThis IB course has an exam in May; students arerequired to sit for the IB examination. The exam fee forthis course is $90. Payment plans are available andthe fee for students on free/reduced lunch is waivedby New York State.Full Year Course IB Certificate/DiplomaPrerequisite: IB Precalculus1 credit26

AP STATISTICS 10, 11, 12This course is a rigorous mathematics courserequired in many different programs at college.The course covers the theory and applicationof statistics. It can be taken in conjunctionwith Precalculus or AP Calculus. Students areexpected to take the AP exam in May and mayreceive college credit depending on theirscores. The TI-83/84 Plus or TI-NSpire withtouchpad calculator is required for the course.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: Trigonometry or Intro to Statswith teacher recommendationAP CALCULUSThis is a rigorous mathematics courseintended for the students interested instudying college-level calculus. Topics includedifferential and integral calculus and theirapplication with algebraic, graphical andnumerical approaches. Students are expectedto take the AP exam in May and may receivecollege credit depending on their scores. TheTI-83/84 Plus or TI-NSpire with touchpadcalculator is required for the course.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: IB Precalculus1 creditINTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING I9, 10, 11, 12In the Introduction of Programming I course,students will explore and solve mathematical andlogical problems using the Visual BasicProgramming language. Assignments aredifferentiated to support students at variousmathematical levels. Programming topics includeform design, input/output, conditionals, looping,counting, and timers. Cannot count toward 3math credits.½ Year CoursePrerequisite: Algebra½ creditINTRO TO PROGRAMMING II9, 10, 11, 12Introduction to Programming II is acontinuation of Introduction to Programming I.Programming topics include arrays, sequentialfiles, sorting, searching, and control arrays.Completion of this course leads toIntermediate Programming for studentsinterested in pursuing a sequence in computerscience. Cannot count toward 3 mathcredits.½ Year Course½ creditPrerequisite: Introduction to Programming IINTERMEDIATE PROGRAMMING 10, 11, 12This course will concentrate on the Javaprogramming language. This is an excellentcourse for college-bound students who plan onmajoring in science, math, technology, orengineering. Topics will include input/output,conditionals, looping, arrays, sorting, functions,files, strings and Object Oriented Programming.Java is a powerful industry standardprogramming language required by mostuniversities, of its students, in the above fields.Cannot count toward 3 math credits.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: Algebra & Introduction toProgramming or Algebra & permission fromComputer Science teacher. You do not need totake Introduction to Programming if you arecurrently in Geometry or above.AP COMPUTER SCIENCE A 11, 12This course is designed for students wishing topursue careers in computer science,mathematics, science, or engineering. Thecourse emphasizes programming methodology,problem solving and algorithm development. Italso includes the study of object oriented datastructures and abstraction. The currentprogramming language for the course is Java.AP Computer Science is equivalent to a firstsemestercollege course in computer science.Students are expected to take the AP exam inMay. Cannot count toward 3 math credits.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: Intermediate Programming &teacher recommendationIB COMPUTER SCIENCE 12IB Computer Science students will study topicsincluding the systems and software life cycles,software development, the social significance ofcomputers, and computing systemfundamentals such as computer architectureand networking. The students will also utilizetheir knowledge of the Java programming tocreate a large scale real-world, useablecomputer program for their internalassessment. There are two 1.5 hour externalassessment exams taken in May.This IB course has an exam in May; students arerequired to sit for the IB examination. The exam fee forthis course is $90. Payment plans are available andthe fee for students on free/reduced lunch is waivedby New York State.Full Year Course IB Certificate/DiplomaPrerequisite: AP Computer Science 1 credit27

LANGUAGES OTHER THANENGLISH (L.OT.E.)Through the development of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills, HCSD LOTEstudents will communicate effectively in the target language fostering life-long learners whoquestion the work around them and seek a deeper understanding of other cultures.Furthermore, students will develop the skills attitudes and perceptions necessary in becomingglobal citizens. This development of global awareness will allow our students to view theworld as collective rather than fragmented by borders.PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONSuccess in our world requires clear communication abilities and a strong confidence in being able torelate effectively to others. By focusing on communication in French and Spanish and by providingaccess to the minds and spirit of people in an obviously interdependent world, the intent is that thereality of success in the world for each student is increased.Focusing on such practical topics as personal identification, house and home, family, education,sports and leisure, travel, and the physical environment, students are encouraged to play an informedand constructive role in shaping a peaceful and secure world. Individual creativity and the capacityfor critical thinking will be supported in each unit as we build the foundation for individual and groupsuccess.An authentic communication emphasis occurs in all courses, giving students an opportunity toexamine their own language patterns while learning a second language and studying other cultures.L.O.T.E. Specific Graduation/Diploma RequirementsIn order to fulfill the LOTErequirement for the RegentsDiploma:‣ Students must successfullypass the French or Spanish1A and 1B courses and thefinal assessment (usuallycompleted at the middleschool).OR‣ Students must take Frenchor Spanish 1 at the highschool level, and must passthe course, and the finalassessment.In order to fulfill the LOTErequirement for the RegentsDiploma with AdvancedDesignation:‣ In addition to earning onehigh school credit forFrench or Spanish 1, thestudent must continue on inthat language to complete asequence (both levels 2 and3). Students must pass thecourse in level 2, in additionto the course andComprehensive RegionalAssessment uponcompleting level 3.Beyond fulfilling requirementsfor the Regents and Regentswith Advanced Designation:‣ Levels 4 & 5 are offered inboth French and Spanish.‣ Those students wishing toearn their IB Diplomasmust complete levels 4 &5.‣ Opportunities are availablefor level 4 & 5 students toearn up to 10 college creditsthrough Monroe CommunityCollege.‣ Spanish students who havecompleted level 3 may alsochoose to take the ½ yearelective courses CommercialSpanish/Spanish in theCommunity.28

FRENCH 1 9, 10, 11, 12This course is designed for students with noprior second language experience or studentswho did not successfully complete the level 1Bcourse and/or for those high school studentswanting to study a third language. Emphasisis placed on the four areas of: listening,speaking, reading, and writing. Thecommunication approach is stressed withemphasis on real life situations and the abilityto communicate meaningfully.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: None1 creditFRENCH 2 9, 10, 11, 12This course is designed to use the Frenchlanguage studies during levels 1A and 1B orlevel 1. The emphasis is placed on using thelanguage for communication. Reading, writingand listening skills are also enhanced.Thematic units related to house and home,family, personal identification and others aretaught with the use of role playing, videotaping,educational games, hands on projects andtechnology.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: French 1B or French 11 creditFRENCH 3 10, 11, 12This course is designed to develop intermediatecommunication, reading, writing, and speakingskills through a variety of methods. Thiscourse will also foster a greater understandingand appreciation of cultures and peoples of theworld. Opportunities may include skitvideotaping, cooking, guest speakers, roleplaying,educational games and technology.The comprehensive Regional exam is given atthe end of this course.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: French 21 creditFRENCH 4 11, 12This course is designed for students that havecompleted the Regents sequence in secondlanguage and have the desire to further developtheir speaking, reading, writing and listeningabilities in the second language. The focus ofthe course is to prepare students for thetransition from high school to college with anemphasis on advanced oral and writtenlanguage. The content of the class draws uponcultural aspects from the various Francophoneregions of the world as well as the advancedgrammar and vocabulary necessary to explorethese topics. In addition, students will alsohave the opportunity to enroll in MonroeCommunity College dual credit program to earnup to 5 college credits. This course satisfiesmost college entry requirements.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: French 31 creditFRENCH 5 12This course is designed for students that havecompleted level 4 and have the desire to furtherdevelop their speaking, reading, writing andlistening abilities in the second language. Thefocus of the course is to prepare students forthe transition from high school to college withan emphasis on advanced oral and writtenlanguage. The content of the class draws uponcultural aspects from the various Francophoneregions of the world as well as the advancedgrammar and vocabulary necessary to explorethese topics. In addition, students will alsohave the opportunity to enroll in MonroeCommunity College dual credit program andearn to an additional 5 college credits.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: French 41 creditIB FRENCH 12French 5 students will explore cultural unitsbased upon the various Francophone regions ofthe world. Teachers and students will explorea variety of subtopics relating to areas such ashistory, cultural similarities/differences,cinema, politics, fine arts, geography of theFrancophone world, current events,immigration and cultural events. Students willalso explore Francophone literature throughreading poetry, short stories, novels, and plays.In addition, grammatical points will bereviewed and new concepts introducedthroughout the course.Students enrolled in the IB diploma programwill complete this course to satisfy theLanguage B requirement. Students notenrolled in the IB diploma program maycomplete this course for an IB certificate. Theoral portion of the IB exam takes place inFebruary and students will sit for the writtenportion of the exam in May.This IB course has an exam in May; studentsare required to sit for the IB examination. Theexam fee for this course is $90. Payment plansare available and the fee for students onfree/reduced lunch is waived by New YorkState.29

In addition students will also have theopportunity to enroll in Monroe CommunityCollege dual credit program and earn up to anadditional 5 college credits.Full Year Course IB Certificate/Diploma 1 creditPrerequisite: French 4SPANISH 1 9, 10, 11, 12This course is designed for students with noprior second language experience, studentswho did not successfully complete the Level 1Bcourse, or for those high school studentswanting to study a third language. Emphasisis placed on the four areas: listening,speaking, reading, and writing. Thecommunication approach is stressed withemphasis on real life situations and the abilityto communicate meaningfully.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: None1 creditcourse will also foster a greater understandingand appreciation of cultures and peoples of theworld. Opportunities may include skitvideotaping, cooking, guest speakers, roleplaying,educational games and technology.The comprehensive Regional exam is given atthe end of the course.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: Spanish 21 creditSPANISH 4 11, 12This course is designed for students that havecompleted the Regents sequence in secondlanguage and have the desire to further developtheir speaking, reading, writing and listeningabilities in the second language. The focus ofthe course is to prepare students for thetransition from high school to college with anemphasis on advanced oral and writtenlanguage. The content of the class draws uponcultural aspects from the various Hispanicregions of the world as well as the advancedgrammar and vocabulary necessary to explorethese topics. In addition students will have theopportunity to enroll in Monroe CommunityCollege dual credit program to earn up to 5credits.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: Spanish 31 creditSPANISH 2 9, 10, 11, 12This course is designed to use the Spanishlanguage studied during levels 1A and 1B orlevel 1. The emphasis is placed on using thelanguage for communication. Reading, writing,and listening skills are also enhanced.Thematic units related to house and home,family, personal identification and others aretaught with the use of role playing, videotaping,educational games, hands on projects andtechnology.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: Spanish 1B or Spanish 1SPANISH 5 12This course is designed for students that havecompleted level 4 and have the desire to furtherdevelop their speaking, reading, writing andlistening abilities in the second language. Thefocus of the course is to prepare students forthe transition from high school to college withan emphasis on advanced oral and writtenlanguage. The content of the class draws uponcultural aspects from the various Hispanicregions of the world as well as the advancedgrammar and vocabulary necessary to explorethese topics.In addition students will also have theopportunity to enroll in Monroe CommunityCollege dual credit program and earn up to anadditional 5 college credits.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: Spanish 41 creditSPANISH 3 10, 11, 12This course is designed to develop intermediatecommunication, reading, writing, and speakingskills through a variety of methods. This30IB SPANISH 12Spanish 5 students will explore cultural unitsbased upon the various Spanish-speakingregions of the world. Teachers and students

will explore a variety of subtopics relating toareas such as fine arts, politics, current issues,history, geography, literature, language, andspecial events. In addition, grammatical pointswill be reviewed and new concepts introducedthroughout the course.Students enrolled in the IB diploma programwill complete this course to satisfy theLanguage B requirement. Students notenrolled in the IB diploma program maycomplete this course for an IB certificate. Theoral portion of the IB exam takes place inFebruary and students will sit for the writtenportion of the exam in May.This IB course has an exam in May; studentsare required to sit for the IB examination. Theexam fee for this course is $90. Payment plansare available and the fee for students onfree/reduced lunch is waived by New YorkState.In addition students will also have theopportunity to enroll in Monroe CommunityCollege dual credit program and earn up to anadditional 5 college credits.Full Year Course IB Certificate/Diploma 1 creditPrerequisite: Spanish 4SPANISH IN THE COMMUNITY 11, 12This course is designed for students who havesuccessfully completed their Regents sequencefor Advanced Designation in Spanish, and havethe desire to increase their knowledge of theSpanish language. This course will concentrateon specialized Spanish vocabulary and culturalconcepts in the following careers where theknowledge of Spanish is highly beneficial:Medical fields, Law/Police enforcement,Government/Court system and HumanServices/Social Work.20 Week Course 1 st Semester ½ creditPrerequisite: Spanish 3COMMERICAL SPANISH 11, 12This course is designed for students who havesuccessfully completed their Regents sequencefor Advanced Designation in Spanish, and havethe desire to increase their knowledge ofSpanish by focusing on a course whichconcentrates on the use of Spanish in variouscareers. This course will concentrate onspecialized vocabulary and cultural concepts inthe following careers where the knowledge ofSpanish is highly beneficial:Business/Technology, Marketing, TechnicalReading/Writing, Communications, and Traveland Tourism.20 Week Course 2 nd Semester ½ creditPrerequisite: Spanish 3MUSIC DEPARTMENTAs participants in the Hilton MusicProgram, students will be prepared as lifelonglearners in the musical arts.Students will engage in musicalexperiences through performing, listening,and creating. These experiences fosterstudents’ musical development, creativity,self-expression, critical thinking, selfdisciplineand appreciation for thepreservation of cultural history.A 5-credit Music sequence may replace theLOTE requirement for a Regents withAdvanced Designation diploma.A major and minor in music may be earned bysuccessfully completing the requirementsoutlined (below).MUSIC SEQUENCE:3 units of Band or ChorusAnd2 credits of any of the following music electives:1 credit of` Basic Piano I/IIOr1 credit Music Theory/HistoryOr1 credit of IB MusicOr1 credit of AP MusicAll concerts of Jazz Ensemble, SymphonicBand, Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, MixedChorus, Da Capo Singers, Women‟s Chorusand Chorale are mandatory. Concerts areequivalent to test grades and cannot be missedwithout prior approval of the director.Unauthorized absence from a concert may begrounds for a recommendation to theadministration for dismissal from theorganization.31

Students in the performance classes (band andchorus) are eligible to participate in the NewYork State and Monroe County Solo andEnsemble festivals for a small fee.DA CAPO SINGERS 9Da Capo Singers is a chorus for freshmen.Instruction includes the basics of choralsinging, from posture and breathing toresonance and proper vowel formation as wellas the basics of sight-reading. Students arerequired to attend all in-school voicelessons with assigned Hilton music staff.Students are also required to attend allconcerts and performances.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: None1 creditMIXED CHORUS 10, 11, 12Mixed Chorus will provide the opportunity forany students in grades 10-12 participate in achoral performing group. Fundamentals ofproper singing will be taught throughout allareas of this course as well as the basics ofsight-reading. Students are required toattend all in-school voice lessons withassigned Hilton music staff. Students mustalso attend all concerts and performances.Full Year Course1 creditWOMEN’S CHORALE 10, 11, 12Women‟s Chorale provides the opportunity forwomen to work on advanced literature andvocal technique. Areas covered are sightreading,historical and biographical informationnecessary for the performance of music andvocal techniques of different styles and genres.Students are required to attend all in-schoolvoice lessons with assigned high schoolmusic staff. Students must also attend allconcerts and performances (includingin/out of town adjudications).Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: Successful audition on a NYSSMALevel IV or V solo recommended. Annualaudition required or director’s recommendation.CHOIR 10, 11, 12Choir is designed for the serious singer withthe desire to develop excellence in his or herown voice. Development of the vocalinstrument is the main emphasis of thiscourse. Other areas covered are sight-reading,32historical and biographical informationnecessary for the performance of music andvocal techniques of different styles. Choir willbe expected to perform publicly throughout theyear in large and small ensembles. Studentsare required to attend all in-school voicelessons with assigned Hilton music staff.Students must also attend all concerts andperformances (including in/out of townadjudications).Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: Successful audition on a NYSSMALevel V/VI solo recommended. Annual auditionrequired or director’s recommendation.SYMPHONIA 9 (10-12)Symphonia is a large performing ensemble forfreshmen and select upperclassmen. Theensemble will study works written fortraditional band instruments. During the dailyrehearsals, students learn about music byperforming pieces in the standard concert bandrepertoire. The group performs regularly atschool music functions, and area events.Students are required to attend all in-schoolinstrumental music lessons with assignedHilton music staff. Participation in allconcerts and performances are required.Incoming freshmen that have scored aNYSSMA rating of A or higher (93-100) ontwo level 6 solos throughout 7 th and 8 thgrade are eligible to audition for WindEnsemble.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: Approval by High SchoolInstrumental staff and successful audition forgrades 10-12. Prior experience required.WIND ENSEMBLE 10-12 (9)The Wind Ensemble is a select ensemblecomposed of instrumentalists who exemplify ahigh level of maturity and demonstratesuperior musicianship. Incoming freshmenthat have scored a NYSSMA rating of A orhigher (93-100) on two level 6 solosthroughout 7 th and 8 th grade are eligible toaudition for participation in Wind Ensemble.Many students in this ensemble also pursuemusical activities outside of the schoolcurriculum. Students will study musicalselections from various time periods andliterature listed in the NYSSMA MANUAL.Students will also have the opportunity tostudy with guest conductors and to participatein competitions/performances. Outsidemusical activities are also encouraged.

Students are required to attend all in-schoolinstrumental lessons with assigned Hiltonmusic staff. Students are required to attendall concerts and performances. This grouptravels to compete; therefore, all studentsare expected to participate in trip functions.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: Successful audition for grades 10-12 on a NYSSMA solo selected by your schoollesson teacher. Recommendation/Applicationfrom school music teacher. Private instructionencouraged.JAZZ ENSEMBLE 9-12The Jazz Ensemble is a group dedicated to theperformance of music in the “Big Band”tradition. Students learn to play improvisedsolos, as well as participate in the performanceof modern jazz/rock/pop music arrangedespecially for the jazz ensemble medium. Theensemble participates in school musicconcerts, local fundraising events andcompetitions/festivals in our area and beyond.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: By audition only and theinstrumental needs of the ensemble, enrollmentin Concert Band, Symphonic Band or WindEnsemble is required.MARCHING BAND7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12The Marching Band carries with it a longtradition of excellence dating back 50 years!This excellence is due to the nature of thecommitment required of its members. Throughhard work and pursuit of excellence, the groupcombines musicianship with precisionmovements in both parade and field settings.This group performs at numerous communityevents, including concerts, parades, varsityfootball games, competitions and importantlocal events. The Marching Band is available toall instrumental students, with auditionsutilized to determine appropriate instrumentaland performance rosters. The group meetsoutside of the school day with after school andevening rehearsals. Participation in ALLperformances is required.1 Year Course 1 creditPrerequisite: Audition, Director/Parent Meeting,Enrollment in 7 th Grade Band, 8 th Grade Band,High School Concert Band, Symphony Band orWind Ensemble (exlcluding Color Guard and nontraditional“band” instruments, such as electricguitar, keyboard, bass, etc.)33PRIMARY PIANO 10, 11, 12This course teaches the basic skills on how toplay the piano. It covers basic theory, readingof music, counting chord structure, etc. Thiscourse is not for the person who has hadprevious piano lessons as it will start at abeginning level.½ Year CourseMaximum enrollment: 12 students½ creditSECONDARY PIANO 10, 11, 12This course continues the development ofmusic theory, reading of music, counting chordstructure and other fundamental keyboardskills that are sequential from Primary Piano.½ Year Course½ creditMaximum enrollment: 12 studentsPrerequisite: Successful completion of PrimaryPiano and teacher recommendationBASIC MUSIC THEORY/HISTORY9, 10, 11, 12Is a course designed to offer students the basicknowledge of how music is written. Thiscourse will cover reading clefs, key signatures,chords/triads, basic part of writing, eartraining and sight singing. Students will workwith Finale (a music writing computer program)to learn and refine their music knowledge.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: 9 th grade students must be in anensembleAP MUSIC THEORY 11, 12This course covers the basics of music fromnote reading, to scales and triads, to four partvoice writing, to basic modulations, toadvanced ear training. Students in this classwill be expected to take the AP Music TheoryExam in May.Full Year Course1 creditOffered every other year (2012-2013)Prerequisite: Completion of two years of anensemble or completed BASIC THEORY/HISTORYIB MUSIC 11, 12IB Music is a course designed to listen andanalyze music. The student will learn thebasics of music theory as well as general musichistory. Throughout the course students willwork to hear music and analyze the differentmusical components that make up the work.This analysis will be done both with aural skills

as well as score study. In addition to the testgiven in May students will be expected to writea musical investigation paper that comparestwo different cultures of music. Theperformance aspect of this class can be chosenfrom performing in ensembles, performancesolo or writing original compositions.This IB course has an exam in May; studentsare required to sit for the IB examination. Theexam fee for this course is $90. Payment plansare available and the fee for students onfree/reduced lunch is waived by New YorkState.Full Year Course1 creditOffered every other year (2013-2014)Prerequisite: Completion of two years of anensemble and is a current member of anensembleART DEPARTMENTThe Hilton Central School District Visual ArtProgram strives to develop characteristics thatcultivate life-long participants in the visual arts.Our students will demonstrate aestheticawareness by interpreting human experiencethrough the visual language of art. Throughexploration of, and participation in the artisticprocess, students will refine personalcommunication by developing originality andself-expression. By engaging in creative inquiry,students will develop critical and conceptualsolutions with a variety of tools and media.PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONThe Art Program at Hilton High School isorganized to offer all students maximumsuccess as they learn about and create worksof art. The program is sensitive to the varyingdegrees of skill, interest, and art education thatstudents bring to it. Helping all students togrow in their ability to appreciate and to createart is a core goal of the Art Department.While only one credit in art is required by thestate for graduation, many students who enterthe art program to fulfill this requirement are34so impressed with their accomplishments andgrowth that they continue in a 3 or 5-creditsequence to further develop their knowledge ofart. We encourage and nurture full sequenceparticipation by all students in the ArtProgram.Fulfilling the Graduation Requirement – Thefollowing two courses will fulfill theart/music requirement:Studio In ArtDigital MediaPrerequisite Requirement – The Studio inArt course is a prerequisite for most artclasses in the department. Students maytake as many credits in art as their scheduleallows, however, a 5-credit Art sequencemay replace the LOTE requirement for aRegents with Advanced Designationdiploma.There are sequences of courses offered inthe department in both 2-D and 3-D media.A sequence implies that an advanced level isachieved in a specific area. There are manygroupings of courses that can be taken as asequence. The samples given below are justa few:SAMPLE 2-D SEQUENCESample I: (5 credits)Studio in Art (1)Drawing & Painting (1)Advanced Drawing & Painting (1)IB Visual Arts 11 & 12 (2)Sample II: (5 credits)Studio in Art (1)Digital Media (1)Advanced Digital Media (1)Studio in Photography (1)Portfolio (1)SAMPLE 3-D SEQUENCESample I: (5 credits)Studio in Art (1)Ceramics (1)Advanced Ceramics (1)IB Visual Arts 11 & 12 (2)Sample II: (5 credits)Studio in Art (1)Sculpture (1)Ceramics (1)Advanced Ceramics (1)Portfolio (1)

ART/TECHNOLOGY SEQUENCEOFFERINGVISUAL COMMUNICATIONSVisual Communications is a five-unitintegrated sequence that teaches and providespractice with Art and Technology principles.The intent of the Visual Communicationssequence is to provide for students a selectionof Art and Technology courses that will preparethem for entry-level employment or for furtherstudy in areas of Art or Technology.the Elements and Principles of Art. It beginswith drawing and focuses upon the basictechniques used in realistic drawing andpainting, such as shading and color.Additional units taught include pastels,ceramics, acrylic painting, perspective, andprintmaking. This course satisfies the highschool Art/Music requirement and is aprerequisite to a 3 or 5 credit sequence in art.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: None1 creditCourses in this program are developmental.Each learned skill or course componentprovides a foundation for continued in-depthlearning. Students pursing a five-unitsequence in Visual Communications mustfollow the guidelines below.Students must take the following course as aprerequisite course:Studio in Art – 1 creditStudents must then choose two credits fromthe Art Department course list and twocredits from the Technology Departmentcourse list shown below.ART DEPARTMENTDigital Media – 1 creditAdvanced Digital Media – 1 creditDrawing & Painting – 1 creditStudio in Photography – 1 creditSculpture – 1 creditPortfolio – 1 creditTECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENTDesign & Drawing for Production – 1 creditCommunication Systems - .5 creditPhotography - .5 creditGraphic Communications 1 - .5 creditGraphic Communications 2 - .5 creditAdvanced Graphics/Communications - .5 creditArchitectural Drawing I - .5 creditArchitectural Drawing II - .5 creditCAD - .5 creditNOTE: Combinations of courses should beapproved by the Art and Technologydepartment’s Program Coordinators.STUDIO IN ART 9, 10, 11, 12Students are taught to see and think creativelyand artistically. The course is heavily based in35DIGITAL MEDIA 9, 10, 11, 12Students are taught to see and think creativelyand artistically. The course is heavily based inthe Elements and Principles of Art. Studentswill demonstrate their knowledge of theseelements of art and principles of design whileexploring the areas of graphic design andlayout; fine art and art movements; selfexpression;and animation. Reading isrequired for this course since much of thesoftware, tools and techniques are taughtthrough tutorials on the computer.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: None1 creditADVANCED DIGITAL MEDIA 10, 11, 12This course focuses on the creation of originalartwork produced using digital mediaprocesses. It will provide an opportunity forupper level students to develop a more in depthunderstanding of the programs used and theirapplication in the artistic process. Studentswill study the principles of design in developingprofessional level work in the areas ofadvertising; fine art; animation; and videoproduction.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: Digital Media1 credit

expected to work toward a high degree ofcraftsmanship in their chosen clay-buildingfocus. Students will create a body of workworthy of an Art Portfolio.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: Ceramics1 creditDRAWING & PAINTING 10, 11, 12Fundamentals learned in Studio in Art areemployed in the creation of advanced levelartwork. Pencil, ink, acrylic painting, canvasconstruction, pastels and portraits are amongthe units explored. Mastery in manipulation ofmedia and technique as well as use of creativethinking will be a focus.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: Studio in Art1 creditADVANCED DRAWING & PAINTING 11, 12All work done in this class will be based uponoriginal composition. Students will learn ideageneration for adding content in their work; thesuccessful steps in the artistic process; andnew techniques and processes in a variety ofmediums. Students are expected to createartwork suitable for use in their personal artportfolio.SCULPTURE 10, 11, 12Sculpture is an advanced course, which may beelected after the student has successfullycompleted a full year of Studio in Art. Studentswill learn to develop skills through which theywill explore three-dimensional design.Students will work with a variety of sculpturematerials including: plaster, wood, foundobjects, clay, stone and metals, while alsolearning about sculptors in Art History.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: Studio in Art1 creditSTUDIO IN PHOTOGRAPHY 10, 11, 12This full-year course focuses on usingphotography as an art form. The course willcover the basics of black and white filmphotography as well as teach its creativeprocesses. Students will research, explore andproduce images that show artistic expressionthrough the use of subject matter, composition;the elements of art and principles of design.Work produced can be used to increase andstrengthen a student‟s visual art portfolio.Students are expected to supply their own35mm camera, film and photo paper. Thiscourse is based on the NYS Art Curriculum forPhotography.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: Drawing & Painting1 creditFull Year CoursePrerequisite: Studio in Art1 creditCERAMICS 10, 11, 12This course is the foundation course for claywork. The student will learn to use the basicsof two-dimensional design, taught in Studio inArt, in a sculptural or three-dimensional way.Hand-building techniques include pinch, slaband coil. Students learn to use the potter‟swheel, various glazing techniques, as well ashow to create original sculpture. This classfocuses upon mastery of one or more buildingtechniques.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: Studio in Art1 creditADVANCED CERAMICS 11, 12This is an advanced level course in whichstudents will learn to develop an individualexpression of style in their work. Students are36PORTFOLIO 12This course is designed to help studentscompile a presentation of advanced level workfrom various courses of study. Students will beexpected to produce a thesis which bestrepresents this area of artistic expertise. Thecourse includes career exploration and collegeresearch on portfolio requirements. The coursewill culminate in the compilation of a portfolioincluding at least 15 pieces of advanced levelwork.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: Must have taken at least oneadvanced level course/or have a recommendationfrom the Art Department Staff

TECHNOLOGY EDUCATIONDEPARTMENT5 CREDIT TECHNOLOGYEDUCATION SEQUENCEFollow the steps below to create a sequenceIB VISUAL ARTS SLA/SLB & HL11, 12IB Visual Arts Standard or Higher Level isdesigned to provide visual arts students withopportunities to create meaningful artworkthrough research, analysis, and evaluation.Students will work independently in astructured studio environment where they willcomplete specified hours of study anddemonstrate mastery on internal and externalassessments. Students are required tomaintain a research workbook and produce aportfolio of studio work.This IB course has an exam in May; studentsare required to sit for the IB examination. Theexam fee for this course is $90. Payment plansare available and the fee for students onfree/reduced lunch is waived by New YorkState.Higher Level: 2 Year Course, 240 hoursStandard Level: 2 Year Course, 150 hoursNOTE: Students are required to pay for the IBVAexam in October of their senior year.RequiredCareer & Financial Management↓Choose 2 coursesBasic Electronics*Design & Drawing for Production*Graphic Communications IMaterials Processing*Technical Drawing↓Choose 1 courseCommunications SystemsComputer Integrated ManufacturingConstruction Systems↓1 credit.5 credit1 credit.5 credit.5 credit.5 credit.5 credit1 credit.5 creditFrom the following courses choose enoughcredits to complete a minimum 5 creditsequence*Graphic Communications I .5 credit*Graphic Communications II .5 credit*Design & Drawing for Production 1 creditAdvanced Graphics/Communications.5 creditPhotography.5 creditCivil Engineering & Architecture 1 creditBasic Electronics.5 creditAdvanced Electronics.5 creditDigital Electronics & Robotics 1 creditComputer Integrated Manufacturing 1 creditPrinciples of Engineering1 creditMaterials Processing.5 creditCommunications Systems.5 creditConstructions Systems.5 credit*Auto CAD.5 credit*These courses may be used to eitherpartially or completely fulfill the Art/Musicrequirements.37

A 5-credit Technology Education sequencemay replace the LOTE requirement for aRegents with Advanced Designationdiploma.Technology Education is committed todeveloping student’s insights andunderstandings of the application oftechnological concepts, processes, and systems.We engage students to become creative problemsolvers and critical thinkers through meaningfulhands-on activities that connect academicconcepts to real-world applications.CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATIONENDORSEMENT (CTE)PRE-ENGINEERINGStudents who are interested in careers relatedto engineering of any type; mechanical design,mechanical technology, robotics, CNCmachining, rapid prototyping, architecture orcomputer aided design may receive anendorsement on their diploma aftersuccessfully completing certain requirements.They are:Required courses:Career & Financial ManagementDigital Electronics & RoboticsPrinciples of EngineeringComputer Integrated ManufacturingTechnical Reading & WritingPLUS choose 1 credit of drawing:Design and Drawing for ProductionAutoCAD/Engineering DrawingAdvanced Auto CADCivil Engineering & Architecture1 credit1 credit1 credit1 credit1 credit1 credit.5 credit.5 credit1 credit● Complete a work based learning experience(Internship, Co-op, or Volunteer Activity) –credit varies● Complete a portfolio (this requirement ismet as students progress through thecourses)● Pass a nationally certified exam in Pre-Engineering.This endorsement will meet the requirement foran Advanced Designation diploma.DUAL ENROLLMENT PROGRAMTHROUGH MCCStudents enrolled in the following courses mayregister with MCC for college credit. Uponsuccessful completion, students will receive bothhigh school and college credit. Credit may betransferred to most colleges/universities withinthe state. Students pay approximately one-thirdthe MCC tuition.Students enroll in this program within thefirst few weeks of class. Enrollment ishandled by the classroom teachers and MCCwill bill parents directly.Classes within the Technology Department thatare presently approved by both Hilton and MCCare: PhotographyAdvanced ElectronicsDigital ElectronicsRochester Institute of TechnologyPROJECT LEAD THE WAYPATHWAY TO ENGINEERINGProject Lead the Way is a four year, 5 creditsequence of courses which, when combinedwith college preparatory mathematics andscience courses in high school, introducesstudents to the scope, rigor and discipline ofengineering and engineering technology prior toentering college. These full year courses are:*Design & Drawing for Production 1 creditDigital Electronics1 credit*Principles of Engineering1 creditComputer Integrated Manufacturing 1 credit**Engineering Design & Development 1 creditCivil Engineering & Architecture 1 creditThese courses will allow students, while still inhigh school, to determine if engineering is thecareer they desire. Our partnership is withRIT, but that does not limit students as to whatcollege they will attend. Students may takeany course as an individual elective. To meetAdvanced Designation CFM is required.*Required foundation courses for the sequence**Required capstone course for the sequenceStudents may earn RIT college credit for any ofthe above courses except Engineering Design &Development. To earn college credit studentswho have a class average of 85% or higher, and38

have achieved a score of 70% on the combinedhigh school/college final exam are eligible toapply for transcripted college credit. The cost isapproximately 1/10 th of the regular RIT tuition.DESIGN & DRAWING FOR PRODUCTION(DDP) 9, 10, 11, 12Ever tried to design something new or draw upan idea you wanted to share with your friendsand wondered how you could communicateyour idea? Or, have you wondered howsomeone designed the latest cell phone? ThenDesign and Drawing for Production is thecourse for you. The major focus of the courseis learning how to take an idea through adesign process. As you learn about variousaspects of engineering and engineering design,such as how engineers communicate throughdrawing, you will apply what you learn throughvarious activities, projects, and problems.In addition, you will use Inventor, which is astate of the art 3-D design software packagefrom AutoDesk, to help you design solutions todifferent design projects. Working in teams,you will learn about documenting yoursolutions, solving problems, andcommunicating your solutions to otherstudents and members of the professionalcommunity of engineering and engineeringdesign.Design and Drawing for Production is intendedto serve as a foundation course within theProject Lead the Way® course sequence. All ofthe topics learned in this course will be used infuture Project Lead the Way courses.This full year, one credit course satisfies thehigh school Art/Music requirement. Thiscourse may also be used toward an Art orTechnology sequence.cell phones, and the compact disc player.Digital electronics is an important course ofstudy for a student exploring a career in anyengineering or technical field.Full Year Course1 creditStudents may earn dual credit for this coursethrough RIT or MCCCOMPUTER INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING(CIM) 9, 10, 11, 12The purpose of the Computer IntegratedManufacturing course is to expose students tothe fundamentals of computerizedmanufacturing technology. The course is builtaround several key concepts:‣ Computer Modeling - using a threedimensional,solid modeling softwarepackage with mass property analysis.‣ CNC Equipment – understanding themachine, tools and its operating andprogramming aspects.‣ CAM Software – converting computergenerated geometry into a program todrive CNC machine tools.‣ Robots – using a robot for materialshandling and assembly operations.‣ Flexible Manufacturing Systems –students working in teams to designmanufacturing workcells and table topfactory simulations.The course will be taught using demonstrationand discussion combined with individual andteam-centered project based learning. In eachof the learning sections students will be taughta different set of performance objectives.Full Year Course1 creditStudents may earn dual credit for this coursethrough RITFull Year Course1 creditStudents may earn dual credit for this coursethrough RITDIGITAL ELECTRONICS & ROBOTICS(DE) 9, 10, 11, 12Digital Electronics is a fascinating course ofstudy in applied digital logic. It follows theexciting, fast moving, and constantly changingdigital world; fusing the latest computer digitallogicmodeling technology with hands onexperiments and robot design. Digitalelectronics is a key element of most moderntechnologies. It is the “brains” of productssuch as the personal computer, video games,39

PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING(POE) 10, 11, 12Principles of Engineering is an advanced leveltechnology course for those students who areconsidering engineering as a college major. Itis organized around the major concepts ofengineering, including statics, dynamics,material testing, quality control, mechanicaldesign and engineering ethics. Students willapply Science, Technology, Engineering andMathematics concepts to the solution of realworldproblems through the use of casestudies. Additional emphasis is placed on theengineering profession and college through theuse of guest speakers. It is recommended thatstudents take this course at the same time asPhysics or after successfully completingPhysics.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: Geometry and 2 Science coursesStudents may earn dual credit for this coursethrough RITof a utility shed, a card structure of acommercial building, design structural steelbeams, and determine the viability of acommercial project and prepare a projectschedule.Full Year Course1 creditStudents may earn dual credit for this coursethrough RITENGINEERING DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT(EDD) 12This is an engineering research course in whichstudents work in teams to research, design andconstruct a solution to an open-endedengineering problem. Students apply Science,Technology, Engineering and Mathematicsprinciples developed in the four precedingcourses and are guided by a communitymentor. They must present progress reports,submit a final written report and defend theirsolutions to a panel of outside reviewers at theend of the school year.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: 4 of the following:*Design & Drawing for ProductionDigital Electronics & RoboticsComputer Integrated Manufacturing*Principles of EngineeringCivil Engineering & Architecture*PLTW foundation coursesART/TECHNOLOGY SEQUENCEOFFERINGCIVIL ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE(CEA) 10, 11, 12This course provides an overview of the fields ofCivil Engineering and Architecture, whileemphasizing the interrelationship anddependence of both fields on each other.Students use state of the art software to solvereal world problems and communicatesolutions to hands-on projects and activities.Students complete various activities andprojects related to the history of civilengineering and architecture, the principlesand elements of design, architectural styles,careers in civil engineering and architecture,residential wall, roof, and framing systems andgreen and sustainable building technology,commercial building renovation, and sitedesign. Students will: create a model of anarchitectural feature, a 3D architectural modelVISUAL COMMUNICATIONSVisual Communications is a five-unitintegrated sequence that teaches and providespractice with Art and Technology principles.The intent of the Visual Communicationssequence is to provide students a selection ofArt and Technology courses that will preparethem for entry-level employment or for furtherstudy in areas of Art or Technology.Courses in this program are developmental.Each learned skill or course componentprovides a foundation for continued in-depthlearning. Students pursing a five-unitsequence in Visual Communications mustfollow the guidelines below.40

Students must take the following course as aprerequisite course:Studio in Art1 creditStudents must then choose two credits from theArt Department course list and two credits fromthe Technology Department course list shownbelow.ART DEPARTMENTDigital Media1 creditAdvanced Digital Media1 creditDrawing & Painting1 creditStudio in Photography1 creditSculpture1 creditPortfolio1 creditTECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENTDrawing & Design for Production 1 creditCommunication Systems.5 creditPhotography.5 creditGraphic Communications 1 .5 creditGraphic Communications 2 .5 creditAdvanced Graphics/Communications .5 creditCivil Engineering & Architecture 1 creditAutoCAD.5 creditNOTE: Combinations of courses should beapproved by the Art & Technology department’sProgram CoordinatorsCAREER & FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT9, 10, 11, 12This is a full year course. One semesterconsists of Career and Financial Managementmodules which cover topics in Businesssystems, Career Planning, Career selectionprocess, Career Success and Financial literacy.The second semester is an exploration oftechnology areas with the emphasis placed ondesign and problem solving. Students aregiven a problem statement and are expected tofollow the problem solving steps to develop asolution. The solution will be applied to adesign that is constructed and tested. Theresults are then compiled and put into apresentation. The course is designed to be a“hands-on” activity based student experience.This course is necessary for any student that isplanning to complete an Occupational orTechnology sequence.BASIC ELECTRONICS 9, 10, 11, 12Basic Electronics is an introductory coursewhich covers a wide variety of topics dealingwith electricity and electronics. The coursefocuses on hands-on activities which engagethe student in electricity/electronics problemsolving. It is intended to give students a basicbackground in electronics/electricity thatclosely relates to the needs of industry. Itprovides the hands-on instructions required byindustry along with the required theory.Students fabricate several basic projects thatthey may keep. Students will performnumerous experiments that require assemblyof several test circuits.½ Year CoursePrerequisite: None½ creditOffered both semestersADVANCED ELECTRONICS 9, 10, 11, 12Advanced Electronics continues where BasicElectronics left off. Each topic will bediscussed in greater detail and more complexproblems will be addressed. Some areas thatwill be covered are: amplifiers, power supplies,radios, optoelectronic devices, andelectromechanical devices. An emphasis will beplaced on design and trouble shooting. Testequipment such as oscilloscopes and signalgenerators will be used. Experimentation,hands-on design and construction of projectswill be continued. This course may be used forMCC dual credit.½ Year Course 2 nd semester only ½ creditPrerequisite: Basic ElectronicsGRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS I9, 10, 11, 12This course will fulfill ½ of the Regents artand/or music requirement for graduation. Thisis a basic course about the printing industry.The class is set up with 80% hands-onactivities and geared to introduce the studentto successful work habits. Major units includecomputer graphics, graphic photography, offsetprinting, screen-printing, heat transfer, reliefprinting and the use of the Internet. Thebinding and finishing process is covered aswell. Special emphasis is given to careers inthe printing industry. The course requires thesuccessful completion of projects, worksheets,presentations, interviews and quizzes.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: None1 credit½ Year CoursePrerequisite: None½ creditOffered both semesters41

GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS II9, 10, 11, 12This class explores the field of printing ingreater detail than in Graphic CommunicationsI. The class will be 75% hands-on activity and25% class instruction. The subjects coveredwill be layout and design, digital andconventional photography, printing in multicolor,computer graphics, and relatedtechnologies. Careers and qualities to besuccessful in their career choice will becovered. The course requires a portfolio ofwork, quizzes, worksheets and a finalpresentation of their portfolio.½ Year Course 2 nd semester only ½ creditPrerequisite: Graphic Communications ICOMMUNICATION SYSTEMS9, 10, 11, 12This course deals with digital video editing,audio, packaging, design, digital photography,computer graphics, printing processes, webpages and the Internet. The student will learnthrough the use of the system model. Theconcept of input, process, resources, outputand feedback will be incorporated. The entirecourse will be based on approximately 80%hands-on type activities. Evaluation is donethrough presentations and interviews. Therequirements are a series of activitiescompleted in teams.½ Year CoursePrerequisite: None½ creditOffered 1 st semester onlyADVANCED GRAPHICS/COMMUNICATIONS10, 11, 12This course is designed for the student whodesires to explore further any aspect of thegraphics or communications industries. Thecourse will be done on a contract basis and thestudent will decide on the subject matter anddevelopment of the course content. Therequirements will be a portfolio of work,resume, presentation of work, goal setting andfulfillment of the contracted activities that areagreed upon by teacher and student by theinterview process.½ Year Course 2 nd semester only ½ creditPrerequisite: Graphics Communications I and II,or Communication Systems or with specialpermission from instructorMATERIALS PROCESSING 9, 10, 11, 12A 20 week course that offers students anopportunity to increase their understanding ofmanufacturing processing. Emphasis will beplaced on enhancing the student‟s knowledgeand use of machine tools to produce finishedproducts from materials such as wood, metaland plastics. Students will learn about qualitymethods, how to budget time, materials, andmoney. Students will examine and appraiseindustrial products and processes. They willlearn to be responsible for their own work, fortools, equipment, and for the facility – traitsnecessary to successful future employment.The instructor will select an initial projectactivity. Upon successful completion of theproject, students will be given the opportunityto produce projects of their own design.½ Year CoursePrerequisite: None½ creditOffered both semestersCONSTRUCTION SYSTEMS 9, 10, 11, 12This course is designed to look at theConstruction aspect of production, includingresidential, commercial, and other types ofgeneral construction. Students will be involvedwith constructing house models and relatedbuilding sub-structures. Other concepts ofconstruction that will be studied are siteselection, materials, tools and equipment, andthe environmental impacts. There may beconstruction site visits, weather and42

transportation permitting. Approximately 60%of the course is “hands-on” activities. Thiscourse may be selected as one of the requiredcourses for a Technology sequence or it may betaken as an elective.½ Year Course 2 nd semester only ½ creditPrerequisite: NoneAUTOCAD 9, 10, 11, 12This course will provide students anopportunity to use a powerful CAD system(AutoCAD) to create technical drawings. Thesoftware will be taught by drawing severaldrawings that are skills based. When thedrawing skills are mastered we will teach thefiner points of engineering drawing. The typesof drawings that we will learn to draw are:multiple view, orthographic view, section views,and 3-D solid drawings. A study of careers inCAD will be explored.½ Year Course 2 nd semester only ½ creditPrerequisite: NoneNOTE: This course, when combined withTechnical Drawing, qualifies for college credit atMCC.PHOTOGRAPHY 10, 11, 12Have you ever wondered what all the settingson your digital camera do? Have you wanted toimprove your picture taking to better preserveyour memories or to enjoy photography as anart form? Are you interested in Photography asa career? If you answered yes to any of thesequestions then Photography is for you. Youwill learn to properly expose your photos bymanipulating ISO, f/stop, shutter speed andthe lenses on your camera. You will also learnhow to perform basic enhancement inPhotoshop as well as develop an appreciationfor Photography as an art form and ajournalistic medium. Emphasis is on the useof digital cameras but students will alsodevelop film and prints in the darkroom. Thiscourse may be used for MCC credit.½ Year CoursePrerequisite: None½ creditOffered both semestersTECHNICAL READING & WRITING 12The focus of the course is to prepare studentsfor the technical reading and writing materialthey will encounter as high school students,college students, and in today‟s technologicallybased workplace. Students will producedocuments such as instructional brochures,manuals, and presentations giving them achance to learn and apply a variety of technical43reading and writing skills and strategies as wellas have an opportunity to gain an in-depthknowledge in a field of interest. Career/Courselinks: graphics, broadcast media, technicalcareers, journalism, marketing, business, andelectronic media.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: English 111 creditBUSINESS EDUCATIONDEPARTMENTThe Hilton High School Business Department iscommitted to student learning as a self-directedinnovative process and strives to incorporaterelevant career exploration into the many facetsof business. By providing rigorous coursesdesigned to challenge students’ critical thinking,we introduce business principles, strategies,and social precepts that leads students to besuccessful in the highly competitive, world ofbusiness.5 CREDIT BUSINESS EDUCATIONSEQUENCEFollow the steps below to create a sequenceRequired CoursesCareer & Financial ManagementWeb Design/Microsoft OfficeKeyboarding/BusinessCommunications↓1 credit1 credit1 creditFrom the following courses chooseenough credits to complete a minimum 5credit sequenceAccounting1 creditFundamentals Of Law1 creditPrinciples of Marketing.5 creditSports & Entertainment Marketing .5 creditWork Experience.5 – 1 creditCriminal Justice I.5 creditCriminal Justice II.5 creditCriminology.5 creditMedia Presentations.5 creditIB: Information Technology in aGlobal World1 creditCyber Ethics & Law.5 credit

A 5-credit Business Education sequence mayreplace the LOTE requirement for a Regentswith Advanced Designation diploma.CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATIONENDORSEMENT (CTE)BUSINESS MARKETINGStudents who are interested in careers relatingto Business, Marketing, Accounting, Finance orSports Management may receive a prestigiousendorsement on their diploma after meetingcourse requirements and passing an exam.Required courses:Career & Financial ManagementPrinciples of MarketingSports & Entertainment MarketingWeb Design/Microsoft OfficeAccountingTechnical Reading and Writing1 credit.5 credit.5 credit1 credit1 credit1 creditPlus:• Complete a work based learning experience• Complete a portfolio (this requirement is metas students progress through the courses)• Pass a nationally certified exam inBasic AccountingStudents enroll in this program within thefirst few weeks of class. Enrollment ishandled by the classroom teachers and MCCwill bill parents directly.BUSINESSEDUCATIONBusiness is the #1 college major, so whynot start now?CAREER & FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT9, 10, 11, 12Career and Financial Management teachesstudents life skills. This full year introductorybusiness course is designed to help studentsexplore careers, how to find a job, and how toproperly manage their finances. The firstsemester consists of career exploration careermanagement, time management, the jobprocess from writing a resume to accepting ajob, and work-related issues. The secondsemester allows students to develop personalfinancial management skills as they learnabout: wage calculation, financial planning,budgeting, credit management, insurance,taxation, and saving and investing. As aculminating project, students are expected tocomplete a job portfolio (which will becompleted in class) and take a finalexamination, administered in class.Full Year Course1 creditDUAL ENROLLMENT PROGRAMTHROUGH MCCStudents enrolled in the following courses mayregister with MCC for college credit. Uponsuccessful completion, students will receive bothhigh school and college credit. Credit may betransferred to most colleges/universities withinthe state. Students pay approximately one-thirdthe MCC tuition.AccountingWeb Design/Microsoft OfficeFundamentals of LawKeyboarding/Business Communications44COMPUTER KEYBOARDING 9, 10, 11, 12In today‟s society, what occupation does notrequire an employee to use the computer? Thishalf year computer course is designed to teachstudents how to communicate with today‟sadvancements in information technology.Students will learn to use the keyboard to type

accurately and efficiently while learning to typebasic business documents (memorandums,tables, letters, MLA reports, outlines, agenda,and meeting minutes). Computer Keyboardingis a must for using a computer and will helpstudents succeed in high school and furtheringtheir education.are available and the fee for students onfree/reduced lunch is waived by New YorkState.Full Year Course1 credit½ Year Course½ creditPrerequisite: None Offered both semestersNOTE: Students may not receive credit for bothComputer Keyboarding and ComputerKeyboarding/Business Communication.COMPUTER KEYBOARDING/BUSINESSCOMMUNICATION 9, 10, 11, 12This full year computer course is required byall students majoring/sequencing in business.Using Microsoft Word and a computerkeyboarding program, students will master thekeyboard with speed and accuracy. Whilekeying accurately, students will learn tocompose business-related documents such astables, reports, letters, and memorandums.Upon completion of this course, students willunderstand the basic aspects of the businessenvironment as it relates to computertechnology and the essentials of using acomputer to communicate in a businesssetting. The course concludes with teachingstudents specific oral and writtencommunication skills needed to enter theglobal marketplace not only as a consumer, butalso as an employee.Full Year Course1 creditNOTE: Students may not receive credit for bothComputer Keyboarding and ComputerKeyboarding/Business Communication. DualCredit through MCC availableIB INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYIN A GLOBAL SOCIETY (ITGS) 11, 12Are you interested in learning about ethicaland controversial societal issues that deal withthe computer and Internet? This full yearcourse allows students to delve deep into theissues that face our society in regards toinformation technology. Through discussion,projects, written responses, and presentations,students will explore and evaluate issues wedeal with today and the issues we will contendwith in the future from around the world. Incompletion of ITGS, students will becomemasters of multimedia skills and will haveastute knowledge of the IT world.This IB course has an exam in May; studentsare required to sit for the IB examination. Theexam fee for this course is $90. Payment plans45PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING 10, 11, 12Are you interested in learning the ins and outsof how products are devised, developed, andsold? Are you interested in learning how tocreate the next innovative product and marketit to the public? Well Marketing is the class foryou! This half year course is jam-packed withinformation on how products and brandssucceed, fail, or become the next innovativeand sought-after product. During the firstsection of this course, students will learn thefour functions of marketing (product, price,place, and promotion). Students are then giventhe opportunity to design and market apparelfor the Cadet Trading Post.1/2 Year Course 1/2 creditPrerequisite: None Offered both semestersSPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING10, 11, 12Did you ever wonder what it would be like toown your own sports team or manage yourfavorite entertainer? This specializedmarketing course is designed to take astudent‟s passion for sports and entertainmentand to develop skills in the areas of facilitydesign, merchandising, advertising, publicity,event marketing, sponsoring, ticketdistribution, and career opportunities as they

elate to the sports and entertainmentindustry.½ Year Course½ creditPrerequisite: None Offered both semestersNOTE: Principles of Marketing is recommended.For CTE Endorsement students in BusinessMarketing, Principles of Marketing should betaken before Sports & Entertainment Marketing.CYBER ETHICS & LAW 9, 10, 11, 12Cyber Ethics and Law is a semester course that willteach students to use technology to enhance theireducational experience and everyday life, whileprotecting them from thieves and predators. In thiscourse, students will learn how cyber issues relate tosocial networking sites, cyberbullying, sexting,education, cyber spams and hoaxes, and copyrightinfringement. Students will also learn how to usenew media and online sources to enhance daily lifeand school.½ Year CoursePrerequisite: None½ creditOffered both semestersWEB DESIGN/MICROSOFT OFFICE10, 11, 12This full year course is designed for studentsinterested in a business sequence or a career inthe business field. In Web Design/MicrosoftOffice, students will gain the foresight toidentify business situations and use theMicrosoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)to solve those everyday business problems.The course begins by examining the evolutionof information technology and how this shapedconsumer decision-making. This project-basedcourse allows students to go beyond the basicsand venture deeper into the understanding ofhow computers have shaped our globalenvironment. Students will then take an indepthlook at how to develop web pages forbusiness purposes using Microsoft FrontPage.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: Computer Keyboarding/BusinessCommunication is recommendedNOTE: Dual Credit through MCC available.MEDIA PRESENTATIONS 10, 11, 12Excellent course for any student to take to helpthem prepare for their future, regardless of thecareer choice! Students will utilize typing skillsto help them create high-quality presentationusing Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint,and Windows Movie Maker. Students will learnbasic public speaking skills and use digitalphotography, digital video, CD‟s, Internet, andother information technology to enhancepresentations. Students will then utilize theirskills to complete flyers, brochures, and other46publication documents using MicrosoftPublisher. This course is highly recommendedto enhance Senior Project preparation andpresentations.½ Year Course½ creditACCOUNTING 10, 11, 12Accounting, one of the most sought afterprofessions, introduces students to the“language of business.” Students will learn torecord basic business transactions and how tocomplete financial statements. Students willmaster the basic accounting skills andconcepts of double-entry accounting, while alsolearning useful personal recordkeeping,banking, maintaining checkbook records,income tax, and budget preparation. Onceentry recording is mastered, students will thenuse the most up-to-date accounting software sothey will be able to be employed as an entrylevelbookkeeper. Accounting is a must for anystudent looking to pursue a degree in BusinessAdministration/Management, Accounting, orFinance.Full Year Course1 creditNOTE: Dual Credit through MCC available.FUNDAMENTALS OF LAW 11, 12This full year practical, yet relevant, courseexamines law from a personal standpoint.Fundamentals of Law provides an opportunityfor students to explore legal rights andresponsibilities of citizens. Students will learnthe foundations of law, which include: theorigins of law, constitutional law, civil andcriminal law, consumer law, family law, lawsrelating to minors, landlord/tenant law, andestate planning. Mock trials are conducted, afield trip to the Monroe County Court System,and a variety of guest speakers adds to theatmosphere of this course. This course ishighly recommended for any student looking topursue a sequence in business or a legalcareer.Full Year Course1 creditNote: Dual Credit through MCC availableCRIMINAL JUSTICE 11, 12Do you enjoy watching the television showsCSI, NCIS, or Law and Order? If so, learn moreabout the criminal justice system, its laws,procedures, and issues relating to crimes inCriminal Justice. Students will learn aboutvarious crimes, victim rights, and the role ofpolice in criminal matters. Examination of

criminal cases and juvenile justice will also beexplored. A variety of guest speakers from thelegal filed will bring real world connections tothis interesting classroom. Criminal Justice issuggested for students interested in pursuing acareer in law or criminal justice.½ Year CoursePrerequisite: None½ creditOffered both semestersCRIMINAL JUSTICE II 11, 12Criminal Justice II, an extension of CriminalJustice, teaches students about various policeconcepts, such as vehicle stops and search andseizure. Students will also examinecorrectional institutions, rehabilitationfacilities, booking, and capital punishment.Crime prevention strategies will also beexamined. Criminal Justice II is suggested forstudents interested in pursuing a career in lawor criminal justice.½ Year Course Offered both semesters ½ creditPrerequisite: Criminal JusticeCRIMINOLOGY 11, 12Criminology, the sociological study of crime, isa half year course that teaches students thesocio-cultural response to criminal and deviantbehavior. Throughout this course, studentswill examine the historical development ofcriminality, as well as current theories that tryto explain criminal behavior. Students willlearn how criminologists measure and studycrime by examining research methodscommonly used by researchers. Issues such asthe rule of law and the political, social, andeconomic institutions that generate crime willalso be investigated.CLERICAL ASSISTANT 9, 10, 11, 12This program provides students with in-housebusiness training with various clerical staffthroughout the building. Students willexperience hands-on instruction by theirsupervisor in such offices as the principal‟soffice, assistant principal‟s office, programcoordinators office, the library, the duplicatingroom, security, etc. Students are to apply forthis course at the beginning of each semester.½ Year Course½ - 1 creditPrerequisite: Students must be in, or have beenenrolled in a business course with the exceptionof Fundamentals of Law, Principles of MarketingCriminal Justice I & II, and Criminology.TECHNICAL READING & WRITINGThe focus of the course is to prepare studentsfor the technical reading and writing materialthey will encounter as high school students,college students, and in today‟s technologicallybased workplace. Students will producedocuments such as instructional brochures,manuals, and presentations giving them achance to learn and apply a variety of technicalreading and writing skills and strategies as wellas have an opportunity to gain an in-depthknowledge in a field of interest. Career/Courselinks: graphics, broadcast media, technicalcareers, journalism, marketing, business, andelectronic media.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: English 111 credit½ Year CoursePrerequisite: None½ creditOffered both semestersNOTE: This course cannot be used toward abusiness sequence. Enrollment is completed inSeptember of each new school year.47

SCHOOL-TO-WORKPROGRAMSWORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM 10, 11This school-to-work program enables studentsto obtain school credit while earning money attheir part-time job. Students will participate inan educational program that will teach themtransferable skills learned in school, to beapplied in the workplace. The student‟sperformance is evaluated by the instructor andthe employer.½ - Full Year Course½ - 1 creditPrerequisite: Students must be enrolled in aBusiness, Family and Consumer Science, orTechnology course and be employed part-timeworking 10 - 15 hours per week.NOTE: This program credit may not be usedtowards an occupational sequence. Enrollmentstarts within the first two (2) weeks at the startof each semester.COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCEPROGRAM 12Co-op is a partnership of Hilton seniors, theiremployers, and the cooperative supervisorworking together to connect curriculum andthe workplace. Students will meet weekly in aseminar class. Through the seminar, studentswill discuss questions encountered in theworkplace and how to solve those issues andturn them into new opportunities.½ - Full Year coursePrerequisite: None½ - 1 creditNOTE: Students pursuing a five-credit sequencein Business, FACS, or Technology may use thisprogram towards that sequence. Enrollment iscompleted within the first two (2) weeks at thestart of each semester.INTERSHIP PROGRAM 11, 12The Internship Program is a validated programby the New York State Education Departmentdesigned to enable students to explore areas ofcareer interest over a ten-week period. Internssee the connection between courses taken andreal-world applications, making their educationmore valuable. As a result of the internship,students are able to make more informedcareer and college decisions. A final project atthe end of the internship period is required.10-40 Week Course ¼ - 1 creditPrerequisite: NoneHILTON HIGH SCHOOL BUSINESS DEPARTMENTSCHOOL TO WORK PROGRAMSPlease see Business Department members for necessary applicationsProgramTypeClericalAssistantWorkExperienceInternshipCo-opGrade Level 9 – 12 10 – 11 11 – 12 12EligibilityMust have taken abusiness course(excluding CFM, Law,Criminal Justice,Criminology orMarketing)Must be enrolled ina Business, FACS,or TechnologycourseAvailable to allstudentsCredit Received ½ to 1 ½ to 1Instructor helpsstudent find a job.Student finds hisown job.Available to allstudents¼ to 1 ½ to 1Requires finalportfolioInstructor helpsstudent find a job.Student finds hisown job.Student/TeacherContactLogs checked andturned in quarterly.Weekly log &reflections turned into instructor.Meet with teacher asneeded during freeperiods or afterschool.Seminar requiredonce a week duringspecific times ofschool day.48

FAMILY &CONSUMERSCIENCESThe Family and Consumer Sciences Departmentis committed to empowering students to becomeconfident, resourceful, self-directed, responsible,productive citizens. Through meaningful handsonactivities students become creative problemsolvers and critical thinkers, applying what theylearn to real world applications.Please remember the following when planningfor a sequence in Family and ConsumerSciences.a. Career & Financial Management, Foodand Nutrition, and Lifespan Studiesmust be taken by students desiring anysequence in Family and ConsumerSciences; except the CTE sequence.b. Fashion and Clothing and/or Housingand Environment may be used towardsthe completion of the 1 credit art ormusic graduation requirement.c. All courses are approved for Regents orRegents with Advanced Designationdiploma.d. Students taking Child Development IImay register with MCC for 6 collegecredits.5 CREDIT FAMILY & CONSUMERSCIENCES SEQUENCEFollow the steps below to create a sequence*These courses may be used to eitherpartially or completely fulfill the Art/Musicrequirements.A 5-credit FACS sequence may replace theLOTE requirement for a Regents withAdvanced Designation diploma.CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATIONENDORSEMENT (CTE)EARLY CHILDHOOD/ELEMENTARYEDUCATIONStudents interested in working with youngchildren or pursuing a degree in education mayreceive an endorsement on their diploma aftermeeting certain requirements. They are:Required courses:Career & Financial Management 1 creditChild Psychology & Development .5 creditIntroduction to Teaching.5 creditInvestigating Science (meets 3 rd yr. Sciencerequirement)1 creditTechnical Reading & Writing (meets English 12requirement)1 creditChild Development II (dual credit) 1 creditPlus:• Complete a work based learning experience• Complete a portfolio (this requirement is metas students progress through the courses)• Pass a nationally certified exam inEarly ChildhoodRequired CoursesCareer & Financial ManagementFood & NutritionLifespan Studies↓1 credit.5 credit.5 creditFrom the following courses choose enoughcredits to complete a minimum5 credit sequenceInternational & Regional FoodsFood & Fitness*Fashion & ClothingFashion & Clothing II*Housing & EnvironmentIndependent LivingChild Psychology & DevelopmentChild Development II.5 credit.5 credit.5 credit.5 credit.5 credit.5 credit.5 credit1 credit49DUAL ENROLLMENT PROGRAMTHROUGH MCCStudents enrolled in Child Development II mayregister with MCC for college credit. Uponsuccessful completion, students will receive bothhigh school and college credit. Credits may betransferred to most colleges/universities withinthe state. Students pay approximately one-thirdthe MCC tuition.Students enroll in this program within thefirst few weeks of class. Enrollment ishandled by the classroom teachers and MCCwill bill parents directly.

FOOD & NUTRITION 9, 10, 11, 12This course is required for all sequences inFamily & Consumer Sciences. Studentsbecome proficient in a wide range of foodpreparation techniques and culinary arts skillsthrough weekly labs. In addition to eating thefruits of their labor, they learn nutritionconcepts and complete a personalized nutritionanalysis of their own dietary habits. Asampling of what students prepare in groups oftwo includes, but is not limited to, quickbreads, pizza, apple pie, quiche, milk, meat andvegetable dishes. This course is a prerequisitefor International & Regional Foods and Foodand Fitness.½ Year CoursePrerequisite: None½ creditOffered both semestersINTERNATIONAL & REGIONAL FOODS9, 10, 11, 12Students select four regions of the UnitedStates and the six countries of the world thatare studied during the semester. Students willcreate a complete meal, rotating the courses tobe made amongst the student pairs for eachregion or country. Typical foods and customsof the area are studied in conjunction with thecooking. Family roots are celebrated whenfamily heritage recipes are shared and studentshost a Food Faire for faculty.½ Year Course½ creditPrerequisite: Food & NutritionOffered both semestersFOOD & FITNESS 10, 11, 12Students will study the role of diet inrelationship to a healthy life style. Recipes areprepared experimenting with and altering levelsof sugar, fat, and sodium. Assessments aremade on texture, taste and appearance as aresult of modifying recipes and making themhealthier. Meals as well as individual disheswill be prepared that meet special dietrequirements as the students plan theirindividual wellness plan.½ Year CoursePrerequisite: None½ creditOffered 2 nd semester onlyFASHION & CLOTHING 9, 10, 11, 12Students will study the elements and principlesof design, color, machine parts, pattern layout,fibers, and weavers. Students will alsoparticipate in figure analysis to determinewhich styles look best on them. Students workat their own speed and construct one or moreprojects of their choice. Career skills aregained through operation of a mending clinicand participation in the fashion show. May beused in place of ½ credit of the art or musicrequirement.½ Year CoursePrerequisite: None½ creditOffered both semesters50

FASHION & CLOTHING II 9, 10, 11, 12This course begins where Fashion & Clothingleft off. Students will review basic constructionskills and then build on these skills to learnmore advanced techniques including creativedesign opportunities. Some of thesetechniques may include linings, special fabrics,welt pockets or bound buttonholes, tailoringtechniques, outerwear or redesign of acommercial pattern. Computerized patternmaking will also be an option that can beexplored. Students will also learn wearable artskills, use of the embroidery machine andheirloom sewing to develop skills and possibleresources for future projects. Students willparticipate in the already established FashionShow with a division for the Fashion &Clothing II class. Students will also participatein the Mending Clinic taking on the moredifficult repair jobs.½ Year Course 2 nd semester only ½ creditPrerequisite: Fashion & Clothingexamine the family life cycle and theindividual‟s role as they progress from thebeginning of life to death. The goals is todevelop strategies for understandingthemselves and dealing with change, helpingstudents manage the challenges of living intoday‟s world. The process skills ofcommunication, management and decisionmaking are applied throughout the course.Students with these skills are more likely to beinvolved in positive relationships in the family,school, community, and eventually theworkplace. This course is required for allsequences in Family and Consumer Sciences.½ Year Course 1 st semester only ½ creditINDEPENDENT LIVING 10, 11, 12It covers the skills needed to live on your own.The students will work on projects to help themdevelop the skills necessary to apply for a job,rent and furnish an apartment, buy insurance,purchase and prepare food, understand moneymanagement, clothing maintenance and repair,and prepare their taxes. A community serviceproject is also included. Students will work ingroups and individually on projects. Outsideresources are brought in to offer expertise in allof the above areas.HOUSING & ENVIRONMENT 9, 10, 11, 12This course is designed to familiarize studentswith housing design and personal andenvironmental factors, which must beconsidered when making housing decisions.Students will learn about exterior and interiordesign and how to care for the home. Studentslearn color theory and design concepts throughactive participation and practice. This coursemay also be used in place of ½ credit of the artor music requirement.½ Year CoursePrerequisite: None½ creditOffered both semestersLIFESPAN STUDIES 9, 10, 11. 12Lifespan Studies focuses on relationshipsacross the lifespan. Students have theopportunity to explore common issues facingthem, including societal influences. They51½ Year Course½ creditPrerequisite: None Offered both semestersThe following courses are needed for theCTE Diploma Endorsement in EarlyChildhood/Elementary Education.All of these courses may also be takenseparately as electives by students notpursuing the CTE Endorsement.CAREER & FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT/FACS9, 10, 11, 12This course is required for all sequences inFamily & Consumer Sciences. It includes onerequired twenty-week module, “Career andFinancial Management” with emphasis oncareer selection planning, interviewing and jobapplication. Students also learn budgetingtechniques, money management and basiceconomics through group and individualprojects. Students participate in a holidayselling project that incorporates skills ofadvertising, marketing, economics and careeropportunities. The course also includes onetwenty-week module that is an exploratoryintroduction to other Family & ConsumerSciences courses. Areas of study include:foods, human development, housing, fashion

and clothing, and parenting. This course isrequired for any student that is going to receivea Family & Consumer Sciences sequence.Full Year CoursePrerequisite: None1 creditCHILD PSYCHOLOGY & DEVELOPMENT9, 10, 11, 12This course studies the physical, emotional,intellectual, and social development of infants,toddlers, and preschoolers. Students workwith children at each age level and organizeand run a preschool for preschoolers at the endof the course. The course also covers otherspecial topics such as child abuse, toys,discipline, parenting, handicapped children,and day care. Needed as a prerequisite forChild Development II.½ Year CoursePrerequisite: None½ creditOffered both semestersCHILD DEVELOPMENT II 11, 12This course, offered to juniors and seniors only,explores the physical, intellectual, emotionaland social development of young children. Itstresses the importance of developmentallyappropriate practice, the observation andrecording of the development of young children,the importance of play, preschool curriculums,and care giver/child interactions. Students willbe required to volunteer or work in a child caresetting/school and be observed in that setting.Students will be required to prepare aprofessional resource file. This resource fileplus experiences students receive working in achild care setting/school plus classroominstruction will allow them to work toward aChild Development Associate Certificate (CDA).A CDA certificate is a nationally recognizedcertificate required by accredited child carecenters. Students who are interested inworking with preschool children, futureelementary teachers or those interested inworking with young children in other areas willbenefit from taking this course. Students areable to apply to Monroe Community College for6 college credits.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: A grade of 80% or above in ChildPsychology & Development or teacherrecommendationINVESTIGATING SCIENCE 12This one credit, full year course offered to 11 thand 12 th graders applies scientific principles todevelop meaningful science activities that willbe used at appropriate levels. Participants willcomplete field experience working withelementary students and teachers. This courseis designed for students with an interest inscience and those who plan to work withpreschool and elementary school children.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: Two Regents Science creditsINTRODUCTION TO TEACHING 10, 11 or 12Introduction to Teaching is a semester longcourse that is offered as an elective. Studentswill be exposed to the field of teaching as apossible career choice. This course willintroduce students to the methods andstrategies involved in teaching. Students willexplore the nature of teaching, instructionalplanning, designing unit and lesson plans,interdisciplinary approaches, and assessment.This course will also provide opportunities forstudents to clarify their goals in pursuit of ateaching career and will require them toconstruct a personal statement of educationalphilosophy.½ Year CoursePrerequisite: None½ creditOffered both semestersTECHNICAL READING & WRITING 12The focus of the course is to prepare studentsfor the technical reading and writing materialthey will encounter as high school students,college students, and in today‟s technologicallybased workplace. Students will producedocuments such as instructional brochures,manuals, and presentations giving them achance to learn and apply a variety of technicalreading and writing skills and strategies as wellas have an opportunity to gain an in-depthknowledge in a field of interest. Career/Courselinks: graphics, broadcast media, technicalcareers, journalism, marketing, business, andelectronic media.Full Year Course1 creditPrerequisite: English 1152

HEALTH/PHYSICALEDUCATION DEPARTMENTHealth Education builds the foundation forlifelong health and wellness. Students willbecome effective communicators, decisionmakers and self advocates while practicingprevention strategies and promoting personalhealth. Students will use these skills to adapt tocultural and environmental changes throughouttheir lives. Students will understand thatwellness is always changing and willcontinuously research and evaluate currenthealth information to make informed decisions.communication skills (i.e. how tonegotiate, be assertive, resolve conflicts,etc.).2. Disease Prevention with an emphasison behaviors and skills needed toreduce personal risk as much aspossible. This unit will include sexuallytransmitted diseases with specialemphasis on HIV/AIDS.3. Safe and Healthy Relationships withan emphasis on what formulates ahealthy relationship, benefits ofabstinence, signals of abuse, and waysto reduce the risks of rape and sexualassault. Communication and decisionmakingskills are revisited in this unit.4. Tobacco, Alcohol and Drugs with anemphasis on healthy choices.5. First Aid and Safety - students willreceive training and practice in lifesaving first aid and CPR skills foradults, children and infants.6. Nutrition with an emphasis on healthyeating habits and choices, healthyweight management and benefits ofphysical activity.½ Year CoursePrerequisite: None½ creditOffered both semestersHEALTH EDUCATION 10, 11, 12Health Education is a graduation requirementand is generally offered in the 11 th or 12 thgrade. The objective of health education is toexpose students to many health-related issues,presented in a manner that will encourage andmotivate each student to acquire the knowledgeand skills to become more balanced physically,mentally and socially. Students will engage inmany class activities and projects that willencourage the development of both interactiveand independent learning skills. The criticaltopics that will be included are:1. Introduction to Health with anemphasis on personality development,stress management, and53PHYSICAL EDUCATION 9/10, 11/12A physically educated student is committed tomaintaining lifelong physical fitness. Studentswill understand the physical, social andemotional benefits of physical activity throughparticipation in a variety of lifetime activities.

Leadership, teamwork, communication andproblem solving skills will be demonstrated andapplied to everyday life. Students will achieveand sustain a health-enhancing level of physicalfitness as a foundation for a productive andfulfilling life.Physical Education RequirementPhysical Education is a mandated course for allstudents in public schools of New York Stateand is a requirement for graduation from HiltonHigh School. Students will receive a ½ creditper year for successful completion of PhysicalEducation for a total of 2 credits upongraduation.Physical Education Program SummaryPhysical Education prepares students with theknowledge, skills and attitudes essential forleading a physically active lifestyle. Lack ofphysical activity has been identified as a majordisease risk factor in our sedentary society,making physical education an increasinglyimportant contribution to the education of the“whole” child. It is the subject area whoseprimary focus centers on the physicaldimension of human development. Curriculaare based on developmentally appropriateprogression of activities that nurture thephysical, social and emotional development ofall students. Regardless of the activity, theself-reliance, social skills, cooperative skills,work ethic, respect for others and integrity ofeach student can be observed, taught,monitored, modeled and assessed.Physical Education are as follows:Students will:‣ Demonstrate competency in selectedphysical activities.‣ Demonstrate responsible personal andsocial behavior while engaged inphysical activities.‣ Participate regularly in physical activity.‣ Perform safely with respect to others,property, and equipment.‣ Exhibit the skills and knowledge toindependently maintain an activelifestyle throughout one‟s life.‣ Transfer the knowledge of rules,positions, and complex strategies tocreate an individualized fitnessprogram.HEALTH/PHYSICAL EDUCATIONDEPARTMENT ELECTIVESThe Health and Physical EducationDepartments are extending their offeringsbeyond the Health/PE curriculum to includethe elective courses listed below. Students willreceive a ½ credit for taking one of thesecourses. The ½ credit will be in addition to theNew York State requirements for Health (1/2credit) and Physical Education (2 credits).The Physical Education curriculum has acombination of required units and electiveunits that are offered to students in order tomeet the New York State Standards for PhysicalEducation. The program offers a wide varietyof units, such as: cooperative games, yoga,pilates, indoor soccer, table tennis, weighttraining, water games, team handball, archery,pickleball, badminton, tennis, recreationalgames and personal fitness.Students complete The President‟s ChallengePhysical Fitness Test in the fall and spring ofevery year to assess their health-related fitnesslevels in five areas: cardiovascular endurance,muscular endurance, muscular strength,flexibility and body composition. Students areexpected to demonstrate competency in selfevaluationof health-related fitness andpersonal goal-setting and fitness planning.9 – 12 Course Standards for54ADVENTURE CHALLENGE9, 10, 11, 12Adventure Challenge is a semester long coursethat will be offered in the spring semester as anelective that provides a ½ credit in addition tothe required physical education credit.Students will use cooperative based activities tolearn and develop interpersonal, decision-

making and problem solving skills. Studentswill be encouraged to challenge themselves andtake risks as well as discover their ownleadership potential. Students will learnessential skills needed for the high ropescourse including belaying and knot tying.Students will utilize both the low and high ropeelements on the outdoor course at the highschool. Students will develop many life-longskills as they participate in cooperative groupgames, trust building activities and problemsolvingchallenges.½ Year CoursePrerequisite: None½ creditOffered 2 nd semesterEXPLORING HEALTH CAREERS9, 10, 11, 12Exploring Health Careers is a semester longcourse that is offered as an elective. Thiscourse will assist students interested inpursuing health careers. Students will beacquainted with a variety of health professions(ie: biomedical sciences, chiropractics,dentistry, dietetics/nutrition, health studies,massage therapy, medicine, nursing,occupational therapy, paramedic, pharmacy,physical therapy, pre-med, radiologictechnology and sports medicine). An overviewof the health care system and the currentsupply and demand for health careprofessionals will be provided.Training/licensing requirements, jobresponsibilities, entry-level salaries, etc. will beresearched.Students will assess their own interests,values, personality and abilities as they relateto health careers. This course will helpstudents decide if a career in the healthprofessions is a good fit for them. Students willintegrate the knowledge acquired in this courseto develop goals and an action plan to pursuetheir career choice.½ Year CoursePrerequisite: None½ creditOffered both semestersINTRODUCTION TO TEACHING10, 11 or 12Introduction to Teaching is a semester longcourse that is offered as an elective. Studentswill be exposed to the field of teaching as apossible career choice. This course willintroduce students to the methods andstrategies involved in teaching. Students willexplore the nature of teaching, instructionalplanning, designing unit and lesson plans,55interdisciplinary approaches, and assessment.This course will also provide opportunities forstudents to clarify their goals in pursuit of ateaching career and will require them toconstruct a personal statement of educationalphilosophy.½ Year CoursePrerequisite: None½ creditOffered both semestersSPECIAL COURSE OFFERINGS& PROGRAMS“NEW VISIONS” INTERDISCIPLINARYIMMERSION PROGRAM“New Visions” is an exciting approach to anintegrated program delivery for the senior yearof high school. It provides students with aunique insider‟s study of a broad professionalfield. The program places students in theactual working environment of the career areathey are most interested in pursuing. Thepurpose of “New Visions” is to give students asense of closure to their high school educationand a directed transition to their next level ofcollegiate professional development.The key objectives of the program are forstudents to be able to:‣ Expand their career focus throughexperience-based learning.‣ Speak and write in-depth about theconnection between schoolwork and theworkplace.‣ Expand their career plans based on theknowledge gained through integratedapplied learning.‣ Begin preparation forprofessional/technical careers – two orfour years of postsecondary education.‣ Demonstrate their socialization in theworkplace.‣ Apply previously learned academicknowledge and skills to professionaltasks/problems.‣ Receive dual credit (high school/college)for their career learning experiences.Program design for student access:1. Classrooms: “New Visions” studentsare located at the hub of activities of thefields they study.2. Interdisciplinary Approach: studentsstudy English, social studies and careerarea simultaneously in this five-creditoffering. They learn to relate their

academic and career skills and applythese relationships to diversesituations.3. Broad-based Professional Curriculum:students develop competencies useful ina wide range of careers within their fieldof interest.4. Credit: 1 credit of English, 1 credit ofsocial studies, and up to 3 credit hoursoccupational education (elective and/orsequence) will be granted for successfulcompletion of the program. Healthcredit may be granted to HealthProfessions students if needed. Each ofthese four programs allows students toearn a minimum of 10 college credits.5. Class Time: The “New Visions”program allows students to stay at theirschool for P.E. and two other classesand return before the end of the day.Students will arrive at the site by 10:30a.m. About three hours later, studentsare on their way back to school in timeto participate in sports, clubs, etc.Students may drive or taketransportation provided by the schooldistrict.Business ManagementPre-EngineeringVeterinary ScienceEducation Professions located at SUNYCollege at Brockport allows students tonetwork at local school districts, communityagencies and area day care centers. Thecareers can be Education, Psychology,Counseling, Special Education, Elementary andSecondary teaching.The specific program:Justice Systems Professions located at theMonroe County Hall of Justice with access tolocal and federal courts, the Rochester andTownship Police Departments, divisions ofprobation and corrections, Monroe CountyJustice Center, and District Attorney‟s Office.Health Professions located at MonroeCommunity Hospital with access to all hospitaloperations, including administration, socialwork, pharmacology, medical technology, andsurgery, as well as other hospital facilities inthe Rochester area.Emerging Professions located at SUNYBrockport (this unique offering would providestudents with the new visions concept ofintegrated 12 th grade English and social studiesinto a career major field where studentsinterested in selected career fields are not in alarge self-contained group). Career majorsunder the category of Career Exploration are:PharmacyRetail sales/marketing– fashion/merchandisingSocial work/human servicesCommunications – journalismTravel/tourism – hotel technologyJournalism56

NEW VISIONSA Unique Senior Year OpportunityNew Visions provides seniors with a unique insider‟s study of a broad professional fieldthrough classroom and an integrated internship experience in the chosen field of study.Students participate for part of the school day and can earn 1 credit of English, 1 credit ofSocial Studies, and up to 3 credits for Electives, and Health (if necessary). Each programallows students to earn a minimum of 10 college credits. The program is by applicationonly (due March 1, 2013). Find out more at: www.monroe2boces.org (See Career andTechnical Eduction→New Visions)HEALTHProfessionsEDUCATIONProfessionsEMERGINGProfessionsJUSTICEProfessionsUnity HospitalSUNYCollege at BrockportSUNYCollege at BrockportMonroe CountyHall of JusticeExplore Opportunitiesand Career Networkat…Explore OpportunitiesAnd Career Networkat…Explore Opportunitiesand Career Networkat…Explore Opportunitiesand Career Networkat…● Hospitals● Outpatient Clinics● Health RelatedAgencies● Area Schools● Child Care Centers● CommunityAgencies● New Agencies● Animal Hospitals● Local Corporations● Family Court● Police Agencies● Dist. AttorneyOfficeAreas of ProfessionalInquiry:Suggested but notlimited to…Areas of ProfessionalInquiry:Suggested but notlimited to…Areas of ProfessionalInquiry:Suggested but notlimited to…Areas of ProfessionalInquiry:Suggested but notlimited to…● Nurse Practitioner● OccupationalTherapist● Physician● Physician‟sAssistant● Physical Therapist● Early Childhood● ElementaryEducation● AdolescentEducation● Special Education● Reading Specialist● TESOL● Administration● BusinessManagement● Green EnergyTechnologies● Computer/IT● Finance/Accounting● Journalism● Theatre/Dance/Art● Veterinarian● Comm. Corrections● Drug & AlcoholCounselor● Lawyer● Police Officer● Social WorkerFor moreInformation call:Candie Adamczyk(585) 760-6288Todd Pschierer(585) 392-5985For moreInformation call:Paul Root(585) 392-5800For moreInformation call:Pamela Suess(585) 392-5973For moreInformation call:Marc Ouzer(585) 777-672257

WORK STUDY 9-12The Work Study program is offered to studentswho are in the Special Education programs.Students are placed in a variety of worksettings in the local community andthroughout the school district based onstudent needs and interests. The goal of theWork Study Program is to help students gainwork experience and explore career interestareas through real life work experiences andvocational training. Students are required tobe in regular attendance in both school andwork study, show a positive attitude towardswork, develop positive work habits, followsupervisor directions, participate in all careeractivities, keep a journal and maintain biweeklytime sheets.½ or 1 creditPrerequisite: Students must be enrolled inSpecial EducationWORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM10, 11This school-to-work program enables studentsto obtain school credit while earning money attheir part-time position. Area businessesparticipate in this program and cooperate withthe school to provide an educational experiencefor the student employee. Through thisprogram students have an opportunity totransfer life skills learned in school to theworkplace. The student‟s performance isevaluated jointly between the school and theemployer.½ to 1 creditPrerequisite: Student must be enrolled in abusiness, family & consumer science ortechnology course and employed in a part-timeposition 10 to 15 hours per week.Note: This program credit may not be usedtoward an occupational sequence. Enrollmentis completed in September and January of eachschool year.COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCEPROGRAM 12Co-op is a partnership of Hilton seniors, theiremployers, and the cooperative supervisorworking together to connect curriculum andthe workplace. Students enrolled in thisprogram will receive one credit at thesuccessful completion of one school year‟sparticipation.Students meet weekly in a seminar class.Through this seminar, students discuss andproblem-solve workplace issues. Life skills forsuccess in the world of work are emphasized.Prerequisite: None½ to 1 creditNote: Student pursuing a five-unitoccupational sequence may use this programtoward that sequence. Other students may usethis program as an elective credit.YEARBOOK 10, 11, 12Yearbook is a full year course open to studentsin grades 10-12. Students are responsible forcreating the pages in the yearbook usingindesign [CS4] and book keeping all financialrecords. Students need to be independent andself-motivated. Students need to go through aselection process to be on the staff. Selection isbased on a student application which includes:3 letters of recommendation, grades,attendance and a personal letter. Experiencein photography, photo shop and digital mediais necessary.1 credit58

WE-MO-COOCCUPATIONAL/TECHNICALPROGRAMSStudents who plan on attending WEMOCO must circle WEMOCO on the course selection sheet,and must also complete a separate WEMOCO enrollment form. Some WEMOCO programs havewaiting lists. Contact your counselor to be sure your registration is complete.Detailed descriptions of the WEMOCO Occupational School courses are available online at:http://www.monroe2boces.org/ >Career and Technical Education > CoursesCourses available to be started in the junior year are 2 year courses; senior year are 1 year courses.Course credit – 3 units per year – AM session4 units per year – PM sessionStudents using any WEMOCO program as a substitute for the LOTE requirement for the AdvancedDiploma must also take the full year course Career and Financial Management at any time duringhigh school at their home school or through WeMoCo. This course is not a prerequisite.TWO YEAR PROGRAMSAutomotive Collision Repair Technology(AM or PM)Automotive Technology(AM or PM)Carpentry(AM or PM)Certified Nurse AssistantJuniors (PM) 2 year programSeniors (AM) 1 year programComputer TechnologyI-PM, II-PMCosmetology(AM or PM)Culinary Arts(I-PM, II-AM)Engineering & Fabricating AcademyI-PM, II-AM)Heavy Equipment Operation & Maintenance(I-PM, II-AM)Industrial/Residential Electricity(I-PM, II-PM)Lab Technician(PM)Multimedia Academy-Advertising Design& Digital Communications(I–PM, II-AM)Outdoor Power & Marine Technology(I-PM, II- AM)ONE YEAR PROGRAMSBaking(AM)Certified Personal Trainer(AM)Dental Assisting(PM)Early Childhood EducationAM & PMHeating & Air Conditioning(AM)Plumbing & Heating(PM)Many programs require purchasingsupplies; financial assistance and paymentplans are available.AUTOMOTOVE COLLISION REPAIRTECHNOLOGY11, 12 2 YearsStudents learn to repair and refinish damagedvehicles. In addition, they learn thefundamentals of metal straightening, MIGwelding,plastic fillers, flexible bumper repair,major collision repair, hardware repair andservice, detailing, painting and refinishing.Students will study and demonstratecompetency in writing collision estimates andcustomer work orders.AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY11, 12 2 YearsStudents learn to repair and maintain a varietyof vehicles. They learn to locate mechanical,59

electronic and computer problems throughcareful diagnosis. They perform the necessaryrepairs using state of the art equipment. Unitsof study are delivered in 8-10 week modules.Students will rotate every 10 weeks betweentwo instructors. Hands-on-experience isattained by working on customer vehicles.Successful completion of this course preparesstudents for the NYS certified automobileinspector exam.BAKING11 or 12 1 yearStudents learn the fundamentals of baking,food handling, sanitation, and customerrelations. Students operate a retail bakery inclass that serves students, staff and thegeneral public. Students also prepare bakedgoods for daily meals, special luncheons anddinners served in conjunction with theCulinary Arts class. Practical baking skills arereinforced by theory instruction in safety,sanitation and mathematics/measuring skillsthat are needed for large scale bakingoperations. Units of study include: GeneralFactors in Production, Yeast Dough Production,Fried Products and Production, Desserts andPastry Production and Confectionery Arts.CARPENTRY11, 12 2 YearsStudents learn the basics of residentialcarpentry via an outdoor, on-site houseconstruction where they will work cooperativelywith students from other trades. During thetwo-year period, students will spend one yearon rough framing skills: framing, roofing,siding, and hanging of windows and doors. Theother year, students concentrate on finishwork: drywall, kitchens & bath, trim, andpainting. Students will also hone their skills byworking on other related projects such asfurniture, sheds, decks, etc.Please consider that students will be workinginside/outside and at heights. Students will beworking with hand and power tools andstudents work independently and as a teammember.CERTIFIED NURSE ASSISTANT11, 12 2 YearsUnits of study are focused on preparingstudents for the New York State Nurse Aidecertification exam. Students learn thefundamentals of patient care and skillsnecessary for entry level employment in healthcare facilities such as nursing homes, hospitalsand home health care. Students spend the first20 weeks of the first year in a simulatedhospital setting, participating in lab and60theory. Students participate in role playactivities as patients and caregivers for theirfellow classmates. Students spend part of thethird marking period directly working withpatients in a clinical setting. Second yearstudents return to the class for two weeks andthen go out on clinic starting week three ofschool. They will rotate between clinic andclass/lab until half way through the thirdmarking period. Students can sit for the CNAlicensing exam, once their clinic and theoryhours are met.CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER11 or 12 1 yearStudents will be able to design, implement,modify, track and update training programsbased on individual needs. Students will beable to design appropriate exercise programs tomeet the goals and needs on of individualsand/or groups. Students will earn First Aid,CPR, and AED Certification. Upon completionstudents will be prepared to take the AmericanCouncil on Exercise Certification Examination(ACE). The curriculum is a basic foundation topost-secondary studies in physical education,exercise physiology, athletic training, andsports management. Students must have acomplete physical on file prior to startingclass.COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY11, 12 2 YearsStudents learn the fundamentals of digital andanalog electronics, computer hardware,software and networking. This skill setprepares students for entry level positions asComputer Technicians. Students whocomplete Computer Technology will be able toassemble computer systems, install operatingsystems and troubleshoot computers, networksand peripherals via system tools and software.First year students will learn and practice theanalog and digital electronic principles thatunderlie the computer technology industry.Second year students will learn how to set upand support individual PC‟s and PC networks.COSMETOLOGY11, 12 2 YearsA state regulated program of 1,000 hours thatprepares students for the New York StateCosmetology licensing exam (theory andpractical). Extensive class time is spentstudying concepts and terminology relevant tocosmetology. Students learn the basics of hairdesign, chemical services and the elements ofnail and skin care. Theory utilizes basic math,chemistry and anatomy and physiology tosupplement the extensive practical work.

Students are required to participate as modelsas well as operators. In order to achieve1, 000 hours, students need to attend sixweeks of summer school between 1 st and 2 ndyears.CULINARY ARTS11, 12 2 YearsStudents study the service industry as itrelates to travel and tourism, hospitality andhotels, and culinary skills. Students areintroduced to marketing, accounting, food costcontrols, customer relations, and restaurantand food service. Students learn the essentialsof food production, preparation and diningroom service.DENTAL ASSISTING11 or 12 1 yearDental Assisting students learn the skillsnecessary to become qualified chair-sideassistants. Skills included:sterilization/disinfecting techniques, laboratoryskills, record keeping, hygiene and oral health,x-ray, dental anatomy, patient relationshipskills and knowledge of current dentalprocedures. Units of study include: UniversalFoundation Skills, Basic Dental Sciences, PreclinicalDental Skills, Clinical Dental Skills,Radiology, Dental Specialties and DentalPractice Management.EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION1 yearStudents in Early Childhood Education developskills to work with young children of varyingabilities and backgrounds. Students studychild development including social, emotional,and physical and cognitive growth. Guidance,safety, health and professionalism are alsocovered. Students work in an integrated preschoolprogram with typically developing andspecial education three and four-year olds.HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING11 or 12 1 yearRecommended 2 nd year2 year program w/Plumbing & Heating - PMStudents learn the fundamentals of airconditioning, refrigeration, heating and pipingprinciples for residential and commercialapplications. Students explore energyefficiency, green technology, sustainable andrenewable energy systems. Students readblueprints, drawings, and schematics andunderstand building codes for the installationof heating and cooling systems. Students applytheir knowledge by installing, servicing andtroubleshooting heating, air conditioning and61refrigeration units that utilize state of the art,green technologies.HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATION &MAINTENANCE11, 12 2 YearsStudents learn the operations & maintenanceof earth moving equipment. These machinesrely on two main principles: hydraulics (usingthe power of fluids to move earth) and dieselcombustion engines (to transport the vehicleand its contents). Students apply learned skillsthrough the continued development of PinewayPonds Park in the Town of Ogden.INDUSTRIAL/RESIDENTIAL ELECTRICITY11, 12 2 YearsStudents receive instruction in electricaltheory, residential wiring, and commercialwiring. Instruction in these three areas isapplied through work on wiring new houses,upgrading existing residential wiring, blueprintreading, industrial branch circuits, 3-phasemotor controls, fire and security systems,process controls and programmable logiccontrollers. Students are involved inconstruction of a modular home along withCarpentry and Plumbing & Heating students.LAB TECHNICIAN11, 12 2 YearsStudents learn how to carry out fundamentaltests as part of a scientific team and furthertheir skills in scientific analysis andinvestigation. Units of study include: preparingspecimens and samples and performing labtests in order to produce reliable data.Students will also learn how to record andinterpret results, operate standard laboratoryequipment such as centrifuges and titrators,and follow strict safety procedures and safetychecks. Successful completion of this courseprepares students for entry level LabTechnician jobs in a variety of fields.OUTDOOR POWER & MARINE TECHNOLOGY11, 12 2 YearsStudents are introduced to the basic repair andmaintenance of air-cooled engines used inrecreational vehicles including: motorcycles,ATV‟s, snowmobiles, push/riding lawn mowersand marine engines. Students work onvehicles from a community customer base andlearn relevant customer service skills tosupplement classroom theory. Units of studyinclude: safety, careers, engineassembly/disassembly, ignition systems, fuelsystems, cooling systems, drive systems,brakes and marine mechanics.

PLUMBING & HEATING11 or 12 1 yearRecommended 1 st year2 year program w/Heating & Air - AMStudents learn the fundamentals of residentialplumbing and heating installation. Studentsread blueprints, drawings, and schematics.Students learn to fit, assemble and preparepiping for a variety of distribution systems(drain, waste, vent and hot/cold water).Students learn about solar and greentechnologies. Students participate in theconstruction of a modular home in conjunctionwith the Carpentry and Industrial &Residential Electricity classes.The ENGINEERING & FABRICATIONACADEMY will be comprised of PrecisionMachining and Welding. Students will learnthe essence of metal fabrication to includeblueprint reading; OSHA certification; design,prototyping, and production of an end product;Solidworks and Matercam for CAD/CAM; metalfabrication to include various cutting and metaljoining processes. Second year students willthen choose an area of concentration.Students can have exceptional opportunities inindustry in the greater Monroe County area theaugmented curriculum affords moreopportunities for employment. College credit incertain areas is also available to interestedstudents. Students pursuing secondaryeducation also benefit by the increasedbackground knowledge in numerousconcentrations including engineering,machining, and welding.The MULTIMEDIA ACADEMY – ADVERTISINGDESIGN & DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS iscomprised of Commercial Art and DigitalCommunications. Students will learn theessence of advertising design and mediaproduction to include graphics/illustration viaIllustrator/Photoshop; animation and visualliteracy; print design; lighting principles andpractices; video productions to include preproduction,editing; digital photographs; webdesign.OTHER PROGRAMS(By Recommendation Only)INTRODUCTORY MULTI-OCCUPATIONSIntroduction to Building Trades (AM or PM)Introduction to Business & Retail (AM or PM)Introduction to Food Service (AM)Introduction to Power Technology (AM or PM)PRIMO(Primary Multi Occupational Education)Building Services (AM or PM)Personal Services (AM or PM)MULTI-OCCUPATIONSINTRODUCTION TO BUILDING TRADESStudents learn the basic skills necessary forworking in the building trades. Students areexposed to skills in carpentry, electricity andplumbing. Across these areas, students applysafety, tool care and customer relation skills.INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS & RETAILStudents learn the basic skills necessary forworking in a retail setting. Skills includecomputer operation, cash register skills,stocking and inventory and customer relations.Students operate the school store at WEMOCO.INTRODUCTION TO FOOD SERVICEStudents learn the basic skills necessary forworking in a food service environment. Skillsinclude food preparation, receiving orders,customer relations, operation of foodpreparation equipment and sanitation.INTRODUCTION TO POWER TECHNOLOGYStudents learn the basic skills necessary tomaintain motor vehicles. Skills include enginemaintenance, body care, proper tool usage,customer relations and safety.PRIMOEBUILDING SERVICESThrough activities in the classroom andsupervised worksite experiences students areexposed to the basic elements of buildingservices. Within the curriculum students willlearn basic safety, communication skills,technical math, and fundamental computerskills as they relate to the field of buildingservices.PERSONAL SERVICESThrough activities in the classroom andsupervised worksite experiences students areexposed to the basic elements of serviceoccupations. Within the curriculum studentswill learn basic safety, communication skills,technical math, and fundamental computerskills as they relate to the service industries.62

GRADUATION PLAN WORKSHEETName: _________________________________________ Diploma Type: _____________9 th GradeEnglish 9Global IScienceMath10 th GradeEnglish 10Global IIScienceMathP.E.8 th GradeAlgebra ______ ______Spanish 1 or French 1 ______ ______Earth Science ______ ______Total Credits ______ ______11 th GradeEnglish 11U.S. HistoryScienceMathP.E.Total Credits12 th GradeEnglish 12Government/Economics__________P.E.P.E.Total Credits__________Total Credits__________Regents ExamsEnglish__________Global __________U.S. History ______Science _________Math (Alg) ______F.L.Prof. ________63Advanced Regents ExamsEnglish____________Global ____________U.S. History ________Math (Alg) _________Math (Geom) _______Math (Alg 2/Trig) ____Living Env. _________Physical Science _____(Earth, Chem, Physics)LOTE ______________

HILTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRCIT225 West AvenueHilton, NY 14468Phone: (585) 392-1000HILTON BOARD OF EDUCATIONDaniel Wellington, PresidentAggie Seneway, Vice PresidentThomas AbbottMichelle AmesSteve BeauvaisBarbara CutronaTim GagnonSuperintendent of SchoolsDavid DimblebyNOTICE OF COMPLIANCE WITHTITLE IX REGULATIONSThe Hilton Central School District, Hilton, New York, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educationalprograms or activities which it operates, and it is required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 notto discriminate in such a manner. This policy of non-discrimination includes the following areas: recruitment,appointment and promotion of employees, employment pay and benefits, counseling services for students, accessby students to educational programs, course offerings, and student activities.The district official responsible for the coordination of activity relating to compliance with Title IX is: DavidDimbleby, Superintendent of Hilton Central Schools225 West AvenueHilton, New York 14468(585) 392-1000This official will provide information, including complaint procedures, to any student or employee who feels thathis or her rights under Title IX may have been violated by the district or its officials.64