As a result of participation in a variety of aerobic and anaerobic activities, students will realize an improvement in their personal fitness. Fitness testing techniques will also be discussed and practiced. In aquatics, students will realize an improvement in cardiovascular fitness as well as an improvement in muscular strength and…

While maintaining a focus on personal fitness, students will have the opportunity to develop skills and techniques in a variety of sports and physical activities with the goal of adding variety and cross training to their personal fitness plans. General rules and basic game strategies will also be addressed as…

Application of the skills and techniques gained in ninth and tenth grades to both individual and group lifetime fitness activities will be the focus of this course. Students will be offered the opportunity to participate in activities with a focus on application of skills within the framework of the rules…

Application of the skills and techniques gained in ninth and tenth grades to both individual and group lifetime fitness activities will be the focus of this course. Students will be offered the opportunity to participate in activities with a focus on application of skills within the framework of the rules…

This course, which is offered in the tenth grade and is a required course, emphasizes sound principles of highway safety, students` responsibility in the operation of a motor vehicle, and shows students the effect of physical, mental, and emotional traits on safety. This course includes presentations and discussions on defensive…

Prerequisites: The American Red Cross Skill Evaluation, which requires students to successfully complete the following: 1. Swim-Tread-Swim Sequence – 150 yd swim using front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination of the two, immediately entering a 2-minute tread without the use of one’s arms, followed by a 50 yd swim utilizing…

In this advanced course, students will learn principles of strength training such as flexibility training, muscular strength development, muscular endurance, overload principle, program development, and injury prevention. The focus will be based on correct technique, safety, self-paced training, and application of the strength-training principles. Students will be expected to demonstrate…

In this advanced PE elective course, students can learn more about the field of Personal Training, which is growing in popularity as a career across the country. Through a combination of classroom instruction, interactive activities, and modeling, students will obtain the necessary skills to become certified as a Personal Trainer.…

Recommended Prerequisite: Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in Biology. This elective is designed for students who are interested in health and human services careers such as: physical therapy, occupational therapy, personal training, athletic training, nursing, medicine (MD or PA), and physical education. In addition, students who are presently working…

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries, Pt. 1. This course builds on the concepts taught in part 1 and provides students with a more in-depth experience, using labs and hands-on opportunities to explore different prehab techniques, rehabilitation modalities, and treatments. A large emphasis is placed on…

Recommended Prerequisites: Based on standardized test results, previous performance, teacher evaluation, interest in and enthusiasm about the subject. The 9th grade Honors English course focuses on literature and expository composition development based on literature, research skills, the grammar continuum, and SAT vocabulary study skills. To improve and refine higher critical…

The 9th grade Gifted/High Potential English program is designed to be more challenging than the College Preparatory program. The Gifted/High Potential program uses the College Preparatory program as a foundation; however, the Gifted/High Potential program differs in content, resources, processes, activities, and products of the course. The Gifted/High Potential program…

This course is centered on the study of literature, composition, grammar, and SAT vocabulary development skills. In order to develop an appreciation and understanding of the various types of American literature through 1900, this course will critique and analyze a range of genres, including short stories, novels, mythology, poetry, drama,…

NOTE: Students who select this course must also be enrolled in the Lehigh Career & Technical Institute (LCTI). This course will combine traditional academic education with a concentration on career preparation. It will provide an opportunity for academic growth, specifically in the areas of reading comprehension, critiques, and analysis of…

Through studies in literature and composition, English 1 Seminar emphasizes both career and college preparatory standards. The literature component of the course emphasizes reading comprehension, vocabulary development, literary critiques, and literary terminology. The composition component of the course focuses on grammar and effective communication through constructed responses, resumes, letters, discussion…

Prerequisite: English 1 Honors teacher recommendation. This in-depth course is a survey of American literature since 1900 and a study of literary form and style with a major emphasis placed on expository writing and vocabulary study. Participation in this course opens the way for the student to enter AP English:…

Prerequisite: English 1 GHP teacher recommendation. The content of this course is the same as that of the CP English course; however, activities and resources that require higher level thinking skills and some differentiated content are used to challenge the capabilities of these students. A research paper is required in…

Recommended Prerequisite: English 1 CP. The tenth-grade English program centers on literature, composition, grammar, speech, and vocabulary. In order to develop an appreciation and understanding of the various types of literature, the course focuses on American literature since 1900. Literature is the basis for composition. The program also reviews basic…

NOTE: Students who select this course must also be enrolled in the Lehigh Career & Technical Institute (LCTI). This course will combine traditional academic education with a concentration on career preparation. It will provide an opportunity for academic growth, specifically in the areas of reading comprehension, critiques, and analysis of…

This course follows an integrated format that aligns American Studies and English topics in a team-taught classroom environment as they prepare for post-secondary study, work, and life in the 21st Century. Both career and college preparatory standards will be emphasized. The English component of this class will provide an opportunity…

Prerequisite: English 2 Honors teacher recommendation. Students who enroll in AP English: Language & Composition must be eager to learn about the complexities of the English language. While students will examine some major works of fiction including novels, dramas, and poetry, this college-level course focuses more on nonfiction texts and…

Prerequisite: English 2 GHP teacher recommendation. The content of this course is the same as that of the CP English course. However, activities and resources that require higher level thinking skills and some differentiated content are used to challenge the capabilities of these students. Final grade of “C” or better…

Recommended Prerequisite: English 2 CP. This is a survey of British and World literature for college preparatory students. A major emphasis is placed on theme writing, and this emphasis is supplemented with a term paper. The purpose of this course is to teach students to express themselves clearly and logically…

NOTE: Students who select this course must also be enrolled in the Lehigh Career & Technical Institute (LCTI). The teaching of English on this level must be as personalized as possible because of the varied interest levels of the students and the wide range of their abilities. Because of these…

Prerequisites: Successful completion of AP English: Language & Composition and teacher recommendation. This course will analyze literature from the point of view of the writer as well as the reader to determine how literature affects its readers and in what ways. Students will “measure” literature against the history of philosophy…

Prerequisite: English 3 GHP teacher recommendation. The content of this course is the same as that of the C.P. English course. However, activities and resources that require higher level thinking skills and some differentiated content are used to challenge the capabilities of these students.

Prerequisite: English 3. The focus of this course is a survey of modern World Literature with emphasis placed on literary analysis and personal reflection. Students will continue to develop their skills in reading, vocabulary, writing, research and disc and discussion.

NOTE: Students who select this course must also be enrolled in the Lehigh Career & Technical Institute (LCTI). The content in this course is structured on career preparation focusing on comprehension and communication skills. Professionalism, teamwork, reliability, leadership, and responsibility are stressed in all aspects of the course. A professional…

The purpose of the course is to acquaint the student with a basic understanding of Greek and Roman mythology. The focus will be on reading the myths and legends themselves, as related by ancient authors and/or summarized by the course text. A variety of motifs will be identified.

The course brings a new category of American Literature to life through the dramatic and personal aspects of sports. It includes a variety of genres for anyone interested in sports, including novels, stories, essays, poetry, and biographies. Students will understand that sports are not just contests, but a metaphor for…

Recommended Prerequisites: Interest in yearbook activities. Highly motivated students who have sophisticated writing skills are encouraged to sign up for Par Key. In addition to writing, students will learn yearbook design and online yearbook production, Photoshop. The course provides the staff with in-school time to work; however, students will be…

Recommended Prerequisite: Journalism elective with English teacher recommendation and writing sample. This class will cover the reporting, writing, business, and computerized production skills necessary to publish the school newspaper. The staff will meet every day and contribute after school as necessary during deadline weeks. Seniors who have been members of…

This course is designed for those who want to improve their public speaking skills and to become more effective communicators. Students will present a series of informal and formal speeches utilizing the various modes of speech. The activities are designed for students to acquire competence in two-person, small group, and…

This course is designed as an introduction to the fundamentals of theatre, including the history of theatre, the language of theatre and basic stage direction. The course focuses on multiple performance styles including pantomime and improvisation, dramatic structure, individual and group performances.

Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of Theatre Arts 1 or equivalent in experience and departmental recommendation. This is an introductory course in musical theatre that focuses on production, performance, musical theatre literature and history. Students will examine the history and evolution of the Broadway musical, one of America`s great indigenous art forms.…

Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of Theatre Arts 1 or equivalent in experience and departmental recommendation. This course is designed to provide further studies to the fundamentals of acting. Students will learn various styles, techniques, and approaches to acting as well as script analysis. Areas of study include improvisation, voice and diction,…

Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of Theatre Arts 2A and/or 2B. Students will enhance their performance skills as well as increase their knowledge of the world and history of the theatre. The course examines periods and styles of drama, and cultivates this research into a living work of art. Other areas of…

Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of Theatre Arts 3. This course is designed for students who wish to investigate possible career options and/or post-secondary study in the performing arts, including all areas of acting, producing, marketing, advertising, casting, development, and administration. Through individual meetings, we will best determine each individual`s academic and…

The course will explore all design and construction aspects of the modern theatre. It will integrate the technical components of theatre with the artistic, including scenic design, style and composition, lighting and sound. Students will be assessed using traditional quizzes, tests and essays, along with production projects. A highly interactive,…

Creative Writing offers students opportunities to express themselves in a creative and original manner. During the semester the class examines representative works by various authors of different genres. After studying components of each genre, students, through a sequence of pre-writing, drafting, revising, and peer-editing, produce their own poems, essays, a…

Prerequisite: Creative Writing 1 Creative Writing 2 is an advanced course for students who have completed Creative Writing 1 and wish to further develop their writing abilities.

This elective emphasizes interviewing, reporting, and writing for publication. It also focuses on newspaper and magazine production skills. After introductory training in journalistic writing style, students will write news stories, features, sports stories, and editorials. Each student will attempt to have at least one article printed in the school newspaper,…

From the basic concepts of broadcast TV, video, and film production, to the science behind effective communication skills, this class gets students started in the world of communication. This hybrid, hands-on theory course allows students to develop the interpersonal communication skills needed in today`s corporate world as well as to…

Prerequisite: Introduction to Mass Communication. This course explores the creative development of video concepts and introduces students to basic production techniques as they relate to the development of video geared for the internet, streaming services and television distribution. This course is production-oriented, implementing the knowledge and skills learned from Intro…

Prerequisites: Introduction to Mass Communication (formerly Broadcasting I) or the equivalent in experience as evidenced by evaluation of a demo reel and/or demonstration of practical knowledge of film/video technique and equipment. From basic cinematography, to set lighting, lens choices, camera choices, and so many other cinematic concepts, Producing and Directing…

Prerequisite: Successful completion of one of the following courses: Intro. to Mass Communication (162), Video in the Digital Age (163), Producing and Directing Film and Video (164), or at the discretion of the instructor with a video demo reel. Admission to class by invitation only. This course is designed for…

Prerequisite: Successful completion of one of the following courses: Intro. to Mass Communication (162), Video in the Digital Age (163), Producing and Directing Film and Video (164), or at the discretion of the instructor with a video demo reel. Admission to class by invitation only. This course is a student-run…

Recommended Prerequisites: Based on standardized test results, previous performance, teacher evaluation, interest in and enthusiasm about the subject. This course is a study of American history from the Age of Exploration through the end of the 19th century. In addition to the GHP curriculum requirements, the Honors American Studies Program…

This course is a study of American history from the Age of Exploration to the end of the 19th century. The Gifted/High Potential level includes the political, economic, geographical, and institutional viewpoints of historical events. This course has been designed for students who have a strong interest in history and…

This course is a study of American history from the Age of Exploration to the end of the 19th century. The college preparatory course includes the political, economic, geographical, and institutional viewpoints of historical events. There is an effort to relate past events to current trends in America, and to…

NOTE: Students who select this course must also be enrolled in the Lehigh Career & Technical Institute (LCTI). This course will combine traditional academic education with a concentration on career preparation. The academic focus is a study of America history from the Age of Exploration to the end of the…

This course follows an integrated format that aligns American Studies and English topics in a team-taught classroom environment as they prepare for post-secondary study, work, and life in the 21st Century. Both career and college preparatory standards will be emphasized. The American Studies component is a study of American history…

Recommended Prerequisite: Honors American Studies 1. This course is designed to provide students with the analytical skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with the problems and materials of US history. The course prepares students for intermediate and advanced college courses by making demands upon them equivalent to those…

Recommended Prerequisites: Honors or GHP American Studies 1 teacher recommendation. This course, the second of a two-year sequence, focuses on 20th-century and recent American history. It will be built on the skills introduced in Honors American Studies 1 as well as emphasize an analytical approach to history. Students will be…

Prerequisites: Invitation to gifted students; high potential student invitation based on standardized and previous performance, teacher evaluation, interest in and enthusiasm about the subject. The content of this course is the same as that of the CP American Studies 2 course. However, activities and resources that require higher level thinking…

Recommended Prerequisites: CP American Studies 1. This course, the second of a two-year American Studies sequence, begins with the 20th century America and proceeds to the present day. Students study the nation`s transformation into an industrial power and the impact of this change on the social, cultural, economic and political…

NOTE: Students who select this course must also be enrolled in the Lehigh Career & Technical Institute (LCTI). This course will combine traditional academic education with a concentration on career preparation. The academic focus covers the historic period between 1877 and the present and allows students to survey this period…

This course follows an integrated format that aligns American Studies and English topics in a team-taught classroom environment as they prepare for post-secondary study, work, and life in the 21st Century. Both career and college preparatory standards will be emphasized. The American Studies component of this course covers the historic…

Recommended Prerequisite: Tenth grade Honors, AP or GHP American Studies teacher recommendation. World History AP emphasizes non-western history from 1200 C. E. to the present, relying on college-level texts, primary and secondary sources, analytical and writing skills. Political, social, economic, and religious developments will be covered. Attention will be given…

Prerequisites: Honors or GHP American Studies 2 teacher recommendation. This course focuses on the people and events that have shaped the modern world. The course begins with ancient civilizations and concludes with an analysis of contemporary issues dealing with war and peace, human rights, world health issues, and terrorism. World…

Recommended Prerequisite: American Studies 2. This course explores the significant events and people that make up world history: the story of the human community. It begins in the 1300’s and connects to life today by examining the culture, common ideas, beliefs and behavior patterns of societies. The course includes the…

NOTE: Students who select this course must also be enrolled in the Lehigh Career & Technical Institute (LCTI). This course will combine traditional academic education with a concentration on career preparation. Selected world cultures are explored. The emphasis is on the cultures as they are today, but the present is…

Recommended Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. AP Economics is a yearlong study of Micro and Macro Economics. The study begins with the production possibilities open to any society. Next, price theory is developed, using traditional supply and demand models. The several market models are studied in some detail: perfect competition, oligopoly, monopoly,…

The content of this course is the same as Economics CP; however, activities and resources that require higher level thinking skills and some differentiated content are used to challenge the capabilities of these students. The course broadly covers concepts of both micro and macroeconomics. Microeconomic topics include scarcity, and the…

This course broadly covers concepts of both micro and macroeconomics. Microeconomic topics include the study of scarcity and the political, economic, and social choices that are required to allocate resources. The concepts of demand and supply are investigated as they relate to prices. Market structures are defined and a company’s…

NOTE: Students who select this course must also be enrolled in the Lehigh Career & Technical Institute (LCTI). Economics CEW explores the subject of economics from the practical perspective of the student as a consumer and producer. Specific topics include consumer and career decision-making, taxes, personal saving, investing and budgeting,…

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation. Through work in a college level text and regular consideration of current media, this course exposes students to the current political systems in six core countries – Britain, China, Iran, Mexico, Nigeria, and Russia- and, provides the content for conceptual and thematic analysis. Students will consider the…

Recommended Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. This course is designed to give students an analytical perspective on government and politics in the United States. It involves the study of democratic ideas and the balance of power and tensions between the practical and ideal in national policy making. Students will become acquainted with…

Prerequisites: GHP World Studies teacher recommendation. The content of this course is the same as that of the CP Government courses. However, activities and resources that require higher level thinking skills and some differentiated content are used to challenge the capabilities of these students.

Prerequisites: American Studies 2; Eleventh-grade Social Studies. American National Government is based on a beginning analysis of the Federal Constitution and how it influenced possible the development of democratic institutions. Separate study is given to the divisions of the Federal Government, Congress, the Presidency, and the Courts. The overall emphasis…

Prerequisites: American Studies; Eleventh-grade Social Studies. The American Government CEW course shares the information and ideas studied in CP Government. Special emphasis is placed on the practical aspects of citizenship: voter registration, elections, public opinion, the rights and duties of citizens. Students who select this course must be enrolled in…

NOTE: If enough requests are made for this course, it may run as an online, asynchronous course. It will not run as an in-person course. This course examines European history since 1450 and introduces students to cultural, economic, political, and social developments that played a fundamental role in shaping the…

AP African American Studies is an interdisciplinary elective course that explores the diversity of African American experiences, from early African kingdoms to contemporary challenges and achievements. Organized into four thematic units, the course follows a chronological flow and engages students with a wide range of texts and sources. Through this…

This course is intended to provide students with a systematic study of the earth and its inhabitants; students will be discovering how humans use and impact the earth. Using geographic methods of observation, data gathering and reporting, interpreting maps, and employing spatial concepts students will study a variety of global…

The AP Psychology course introduces students to the systematic scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. While considering the studies that have shaped the field, students explore and apply psychological theories, key concepts, and phenomena associated with major units of study, including biological bases of behavior, cognition, development, learning,…

The course deals with the science of behavior. The student is introduced to the environmental reasons for personal activity by examining the founding theories and methods used by psychologists to categorize and explain behavior. Subject matter will include the processes of sensation and perception, learning and conditioning, personality and methodology.

The course acquaints the student with the basics of human relations. This is accomplished through an examination of what is culture, how the individual absorbs it and relates to it, the purpose of social institutions, and the real problems that arise from the socialization process. Students are encouraged to observe…

The course reviews the full spectrum of the criminal justice system. The five primary elements of the system – police, criminal courts, probation, prisons, and parole – are studied. Interrelationships are stressed and problem areas discussed, particularly with respect to Constitutional guarantees. This is a Dual Enrollment course that meets…

Principles of criminal investigation are studied. The crime scene search, interview and interrogation, surveillance, and records are stressed. The techniques used in special investigations, collection and preservation of evidence, and preparation for police cases in court are also covered. This is a Dual Enrollment course that meets twice a week…

This course examines the multifaceted roles that law enforcement plays in today’s society along with the concept of community policing. An examination of police officer’s roles in getting and maintaining public support is reviewed along with therecognition and understanding of community problems, community action programs, methods of coping with crisis…

This course examines the historical background, traditions, and legal principles that underlie the courts as an integral component of the American system of Criminal Justice. The differences and similarities inherent within the state and federal court processes are analyzed. Additionally, the procedures through which the criminal courts uphold the basic…

NOTE: THIS COURSE IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS WHO HAVE COMPLETED ALGEBRA 1. This course introduces students to fundamental math concepts needed for success in Principles of Algebra. Through ongoing data collection, students will receive individualized instruction designed to challenge them within their current skillsets and to provide remediation and/or…

NOTE: THIS COURSE IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS WHO HAVE COMPLETED ALGEBRA 1. This course will prepare students with the skills needed for success in Algebra 1. For this course, students should possess a strong foundation of Pre-Algebra concepts such as operations with real numbers, order of operations, and solving…

In this course, students will study operations with expressions, equations, inequalities and absolute value, percentages and proportions, graphing, systems of equations and inequalities, exponents, radicals, polynomials and quadratics, analyzing graphs, and statistics. Various strategies will be used to deliver instruction, including the use of technology.

Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra I; It is recommended that students scored Proficient or Advanced on the Keystone Algebra Exam. This is the second course in the Algebra sequence. Topics introduced in Algebra 1 are expanded and new algebraic concepts will be introduced. These include: Number Systems, Non-Linear Expressions and Equations,…

Prerequisite: Algebra 1 CP. This is the second course in the Algebra sequence. Various topics introduced in Algebra 1 are expanded and reviewed. New algebraic concepts will be introduced. These new concepts include non-linear expressions and equations, applications of functions, rational expressions, variation, radical equations, and complex numbers.

Prerequisites: Algebra 1 CP. This is the second course in the Algebra sequence. Various topics introduced in Algebra 1 are expanded and reviewed. New algebraic concepts will be introduced. These new concepts include non-linear expressions and equations, applications of functions, rational expressions, variation, radical equations, and complex numbers.

Prerequisites: Invitation based on standardized and local test information, teacher evaluation, and Algebra 2 GHP grade. Geometry enables a student to study relationships between geometric figures using deductive reasoning. The course develops a logical mathematical system using definitions, assumptions, properties, and theorems. Included are topics such as congruent and similar…

Prerequisites: Invitation to gifted/high potential students based on standardized and local test information, teacher evaluation, and Algebra 2 GHP/CP grade. Geometry enables a student to study relationships between geometric figures using deductive reasoning. The course develops a logical mathematical system using definitions, assumptions, properties, and theorems. Included are topics such…

Prerequisite: Algebra 2 CP. Geometry enables a student to study relationships between geometric figures using deductive reasoning. The course develops a logical mathematical system using definitions, assumptions, properties, and theorems. Included are topics such as congruent and similar triangles, parallel lines, ratio and proportion, areas, circles, and polygons.

Prerequisites: Honors Geometry completion and teacher recommendation. This course is geared to the advanced student in mathematics. It is designed to introduce students to the nature of Algebra as a logical system, emphasizing theory as well as application. The course begins with a review and extension of the fundamental concepts…

Prerequisites: Invitation to gifted/high potential students based on standardized and local test information, teacher evaluation, and Geometry GHP “C” or higher average. College Algebra GHP is a full year course that continues the study of the concepts presented in Algebra 2. These include algebraic expressions, linear and non-linear equations and…

Prerequisites: Algebra 2 GHP/CP and Geometry GHP/CP. College Algebra CP is a full year course that continues the study of the concepts presented in Algebra 1 and Algebra 2. These include studies in algebraic expressions, linear and non-linear equations and inequalities, relations and functions, graphing, systems of equations and inequalities,…

Prerequisite: Algebra 2 GHP/CP and Geometry GHP/CP. College Algebra CP, Grade 12 is a full year course for seniors who wish to continue their mathematical careers in preparation for college. This course continues the study of the concepts presented in Algebra I and Algebra II. These include the study of:…

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1. Transitional College Math is a course designed to strengthen students’ mathematical skills as they prepare for their goals beyond graduation. In partnership with Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC),e coursework satisfies LCCC’s requirements for placing out of their remedial mathematics courses. Students will utilize the…

Prerequisites: Honors College Algebra completion and teacher recommendation. Honors Precalculus is organized into units comprised of the content and conceptual understandings that colleges and universities typically expect Precalculus students to master to qualify for college credit and/or placement. Topics of study include Polynomial and Rational Functions, Exponential and Logarithmic Functions,…

Prerequisite: College Algebra GHP/CP. This course is geared to the student who needs to prepare for a future course in Calculus. Topics will include logarithmic and exponential functions, sequence, series and limits. This course will investigate the six trigonometric functions, the six inverse trigonometric functions and their many applications. Students…

Prerequisites: Completion of GHP or Honors College Algebra. Grade weighted upon successful completion of course. Advanced Placement Statistics consists of four main topics: exploring data, planning a study, probability as related to distributions, and inferential reasoning. The full-year, college level course blends the rigor, calculations, and deductive thinking of mathematics…

Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra 2. Statistics is a full year course for seniors that focuses on the science of interpreting data. This course will deal with the collection, classification and use of numerical facts (data) with respect to a specific subject or matter. This course will blend calculations and the…

Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra 2.This course is designed to give a junior or senior student an introduction to the basic concepts of both Trigonometry and Statistics.The first half of the course will be built around the six trigonometric functions which are defined from previously learned algebraic and geometric concepts. These…

Prerequisites: Honors College Algebra, Honors Precalculus, and teacher recommendations. This course is geared to the advanced student who will encounter higher mathematics in college in specialized fields such as engineering, science and mathematics. Differential and integral calculus, and a review of analytical geometry related to calculus are included. Students are…

Prerequisites: Precalculus Honors/CP. This course is geared to the advanced student in mathematics. Basically, the course is for the student who will encounter higher mathematics in college work. Material found in the course includes differential and integral calculus, and a review of analytical geometry related to calculus. Students are introduced…

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Calculus AP, Level AB and teacher recommendation. This course is geared toward the advanced mathematics student who will encounter higher mathematics in college in specialized fields such as engineering, science and /or mathematics. Differential and Integral Calculus and their applications will be reviewed and extended. Transcendental…

Prerequisites: Successful completion of both AP Calculus AB (340) and AP Calculus BC (343). Students taking this course will move beyond the AP Calculus sequence and will explore the concepts of vector analysis, three-dimensional analytic geometry, vectors in space, partial differentiation, double and triple integrals, and integral vector calculus. Students…

This course explores the fundamentals of game design and development. It will focus on the core features of the Unity3D game engine. Students will work on all aspects of game design which includes level design, texturing and materials, terrain, physics, animation, 2D & 3D rendering, and user interface. Students will…

Prerequisite: “B” or better in any GHP or Honors level math course beyond Algebra 2. Math Interns work in the library and/or classrooms to assist students during the school day OR before/after school based on the tutoring needs of students in our various math support programs. Interns will be assigned…

Prerequisites: Application and Teacher Recommendation. This option is available to students who complete an application and show strong leadership, technology skills and ethical practices. The Technology Internship involves participation in the Trojan Tech Team. This team of students will receive hands-on experience solving computer-related issues for students and teachers at…

Prerequisites: Algebra 1. Based on standardized test results, previous performance, teacher evaluation, interest in and enthusiasm about the subject. This course includes the study of the formation of common rocks and minerals, the structure of the earth’s interior, the geologic and biological evolution of the earth, and the processes that…

The Earth Science GHP course presents the student with an Earth systems approach to scientific inquiry. This lab-oriented course is designed to introduce students to the interdependence of the Earth’s major sub-systems: lithosphere, biosphere, hydrosphe, atmosphere, and cryosphere. An emphasis will be placed upon classroom activities and computer applications that…

The college preparatory course presents students with an Earth Systems approach to scientific inquiry. This lab-oriented course is designed to introduce the interdependence of the Earth`s major sub-systems: lithosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere and cryosphere. An emphasis will be placed upon classroom activities and computer applications that promote the development of…

Prerequisites: Successful completion of both Algebra 1 and Biology. This one-semester lab course is an introduction into the ecology and geology of the National Parks and other natural areas of the US. Students will become familiar with ecological and geological concepts through examples drawn exclusively from our National and State…

Prerequisites: Successful completion of both Algebra 1 and Biology. This laboratory-oriented course will provide an introduction to the marine sciences with an emphasis on the physical features of ocean basins, shoreline processes, the physical and chemical nature of seawater, and natural resources of the ocean. Field trips, computer applications, and…

Prerequisites: Successful completion of both Algebra 1 and Biology. Meteorology is the study of the atmosphere and weather conditions. This course will acquaint students with earth processes that create weather patterns and systems. Students will explore concepts through laboratory work, outdoor labs, computer investigations, and research, as well as mapping…

Prerequisites: Successful completion of both Algebra 1 and Biology. Astronomy is the study of the universe. This course will acquaint students with the history of astronomy, the fundamentals of astronomical theory, including the evolution of stars, the structure of galaxies, and the history and future of space exploration. Students will…

This course emphasizes the interrelationships between humans and their environment. Major units include human population problems, water resources and pollution, air resources and pollution, soil resources, wildlife habitats, energy and mineral resources, and relationships between society and the biosphere. Learning is accomplished through the use of reading text, lecture notes,…

Prerequisites: This course is designed for students who have a strong interest in science, have demonstrated outstanding previous performance in the sciences, and have received the appropriate teacher recommendation. Honors biology follows a molecular approach to the understanding and appreciation of living things and their environment and is aligned to…

GHP biology follows a molecular approach to the understanding and appreciation of living things and their environment and is aligned to the PA State Standards. The course sequence follows the 8 anchors assessed on the PA Biology Keystone Exam, and students are required to take the Keystone Exam at the…

CP Biology follows a molecular approach to the understanding and appreciation of living things and their environment and is aligned to the PA State Standards. The course sequence follows the 8 anchors assessed on the PA Biology Keystone Exam, and students are required to take the Keystone Exam at the…

Prerequisites: Successful completion of full year Biology and Chemistry courses at either GHP or Honors level. The AP Biology course is designed to be the equivalent of a two-semester college introductory biology course. The aim is to provide students with the conceptual framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills necessary to…

Recommended Prerequisites: Successful completion of Earth Science, Biology, and Chemistry. This course emphasizes the interrelationships between humans and the environment. Major units include human population problems, water resources and pollution, air resources and pollution, soil resources, wildlife habitats, energy and mineral resources, and relationships between society and the biosphere. Learning…

Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in Biology and teacher recommendation; It is recommended that students take this course prior to enrolling in Anatomy and Physiology (452). This course is designed for students who would like to expand their knowledge of the human body. An integrated approach is taken to…

Recommended Prerequisites: Grade of “B” or better in Biology and teacher recommendation; It is recommended that students complete Human Biology (438) prior to enrolling in this course. This is an advanced biology elective emphasizing the structures and functions of the human body. The course is designed for those students considering…

Recommended Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in last science course. This course emphasizes the interrelationships between humans and their environments. Topics include biomes, pollution, populations, plant and animal identification, and sampling techniques

Recommended Prerequisite: Biology. This course uses laboratory, text, and field investigations to study the plant kingdom. Areas of concentration include the classification of plants, the structure and function of plant tissues and organs, and the importance of plants to humans. Each student will complete a major botany project as well…

Recommended Prerequisite: Biology. This course uses laboratory, text, and field investigations to study the animal kingdom. Dissection is a required part of this course. Areas of concentration include the classification of animals, comparative anatomy and physiology, and field identification of local animals. Dissection of a vertebrate such as a dogfish…

This course is an elective that utilizes a cross-curricular approach to examine the practice of firefighting. The class will focus on many different aspects of an emergency: fire behavior, building construction, hazardous materials, and teamwork. History, language skills, law, technology, and scientific theory will be addressed. Instruction will include a…

Prerequisite: Students must be 16 years of age by the end of May of the school year. In addition, all interested students must complete and submit an application, which is reviewed to determine eligibility for the course. Mr. Gopen, the course instructor, will distribute the application electronically to all who…

Prerequisites: Student must have earned an “A” in Algebra 2. Honors Biology teacher recommendation. This course is designed for students who are planning a career in the sciences and have a strong background in physical science. A solid math foundation is necessary to participate in this theoretically oriented, in-depth study…

Prerequisites: Student must have earned a “B” or better in Algebra 2. GHP or Honors Biology teacher recommendation. The content of this course is more demanding than the CP Chemistry course. Activities, resources and assessments that require higher level thinking skills and some differentiated content are designed to challenge the…

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology and a grade of “C” or better in Algebra II or must be taking Algebra II concurrently. This course is designed for students whose career plans recommend a required high school chemistry course. Note that a strong algebraic foundation is the backbone of success in…

Prerequisite: Final grade of “B” or better in Chemistry 1 Honors. This is a laboratory-oriented course for those students planning a career in the sciences desiring a strong background in chemistry. A solid math foundation is necessary to participate in this theoretically oriented in-depth study of selected topics. The course…

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Earth Science and Biology. This class will use a hands-on approach to investigate the concepts of chemical reactions, the structure of matter, and its periodic qualities. This course meets in a single period for one semester and must be taken in conjunction with # 445 Physical…

This class will use a hands-on approach to investigate the concepts of motion, forces, and energy. This class meets in a single period for one semester and must be taken in conjunction with # 435 Physical Science Investigations: Chemistry in order to meet the graduation requirement.

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Earth Science, Biology, and a grade of “C” or better in Algebra 1 OR concurrent enrollment in Algebra 1. This course, which meets daily for a single period, will cover broad concepts in chemistry. Students will explore scientific measurement, the periodic table, physical and chemical changes,…

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Earth Science, Biology, and a grade of “C” or better in Algebra 1 OR concurrent enrollment in Algebra 1. This course, which meets daily for a single period, is an introductory course in physics and will be developed through lab activities,demonstrations and various hands-on experiences. Topics…

Prerequisites: Final Grade of “B” or better in Algebra 2 and Geometry. The content of this course is the same as that of the Physics CP course; however, activities and resources that require higher level thinking skills and some differentiated content are used to challenge the capabilities of these students.

Recommended Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in Algebra 2 and Geometry. Students interested in expanding their level of scientific literacy and their knowledge of how physics can be integrated into various career fields should consider this course. Areas that will be studied are motion, force, momentum, energy, special relativity,…

Prerequisite: Final grade of “B” or better in Honors or GHP College Algebra. The content of this course is highly theoretical and in depth. Areas studied are translational and rotational motion, force, momentum, energy, gravitation, waves, sound, elestatics and DC circuits. Computer-based laboratories, demonstrations, and many real-life applications are an…

Prerequisite: Final grade of “B” or better in Physics 1 AP. This course is appropriate for students who wish to pursue careers in mathematics, physics, architecture, engineering, actuary, medicine, pharmacy, life sciences, geology, meteorology, environmental science, agriculture, construction management, and much more. AP Physics 2 is an algebra-based, introductory college-level…

Prerequisites: A final grade of “B” or better in Physics 1 AP. Must be taking or have taken Calculus. This course covers the physics of motion, force, energy, and momentum. Engineering and science applications are studied and include the design and control of spacecraft, airplanes, trains and roller coasters, road…

Prerequisites: A final grade of “B” or better in AP Physics C: Mechanics. Must be taking or have taken Calculus. This course explores topics such as electrostatics, conductors, capacitors and dielectrics, electric circuits, magnetic fields, and electromagnetism. Introductory differential and integral calculus is used throughout the course. This course helps…

The emphasis in this course is directed toward the four basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The target language is spoken in the classroom to develop comprehension and conversation. These two skills are reinforced through the use of audio, video, and technology. Reading and writing skills are developed…

Prerequisite: Spanish 1 CP The emphasis in this course is continued development of the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. The target language is spoken in the classroom to develop the skills of comprehension and conversation Proficiency and cultural awareness are strengthened in the classroom by using the…

Prerequisites: Final grade of 90% in Spanish 1 CP and/or teacher recommendation. The target language is spoken extensively in the classroom to develop the skills of comprehension and conversation. The rigor of this course is designed for students who demonstrate a strong interest and motivation in language study. The emphasis…

Prerequisite: Spanish 2 Honors/CP The emphasis in this course is continued development of the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Communication in the target language is expected and the instructor will use the target language extensively to develop the skills of comprehension and conversation. Other objectives include using…

Prerequisites: Final grade of 85% in Spanish 2 Honors and/or teacher recommendation. The target language is spoken exclusively in the classroom to develop the skills of comprehension and conversation. The rigor of this course is designed for students who demonstrate a strong interest and motivation in language study. The emphasis…

Prerequisite: Spanish 3 Honors/CP Students continuing their language study in this level should have a strong interest and motivation to increase their proficiency level. The emphasis in this course is continued development of the four language skills listening, speaking, reading and writing. Communication in the target language is expected and…

Prerequisites: Final grade of 85% in Spanish 3 Honors and/or teacher recommendation. The target language is spoken exclusively in the classroom to develop the skills of comprehension and conversation. The rigor of this course is designed for students who demonstrate a strong interest and motivation in language study. The emphasis…

Prerequisite: Spanish 4 Honors/CP Students continuing their language study in this level should have a strong interest and motivation to increase their proficiency level. The emphasis in this course is continued development of the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Communication in the target language is expected and…

Prerequisites: Final grade of 85% in Spanish 4 Honors and/or teacher recommendation. The target language is used exclusively in the classroom. The syllabus for this course has been College Board approved and students are expected to have a strong interest and motivation for language study. The AP College Board themes…

Prerequisites: Final grade of 85% in Spanish 4 Honors and/or Spanish AP Language & Culture and/or teacher recommendation. The target language is used exclusively in the classroom. The syllabus for this course has been College Board approved and students are expected to have a strong interest in literature and motivation…

Prerequisite: Final placement in this course is determined by a placement test that focuses on students’ reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. This course is designed for students who have experience speaking Spanish in a home and/or community setting. It is designed for students to expand and build upon their…

Prerequisite: Heritage Spanish 1 or final placement in this course is determined by a placement test that focuses on students’ reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. This course is designed for students who have experience speaking Spanish in a home and/or community setting and seek to further develop academic skills…

The emphasis in this course is directed toward the four basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The target language is spoken in the classroom to develop comprehension and conversation. These two skills are reinforced through the use of audio, video, and technology. Reading and writing skills are developed…

Prerequisite: French 1 CP The emphasis in this course is continued development of the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. The target language is spoken in the classroom to develop the skills of comprehension and conversation. Proficiency and cultural awareness is strengthened in the classroom by using the…

Prerequisites: Final grade of 90% in French 1 CP and/or teacher recommendation. The target language is spoken extensively in the classroom to develop the skills of comprehension and conversation. The rigor of this course is designed for students who demonstrate a strong interest and motivation in language study. The emphasis…

Prerequisite: French 2 Honors/CP The emphasis in this course is continued development of the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Communication in the target language is expected and the instructor will use the target language extensively to develop the skills of comprehension and conversation. Other objectives include using…

Prerequisites: Final grade of 85% in French 2 Honors and/or teacher recommendation. The target language is spoken exclusively in the classroom to develop the skills of comprehension and conversation. The rigor of this course is designed for students who demonstrate a strong interest and motivation in language study. The emphasis…

Prerequisite: French 3 Honors/CP Students continuing their language study in this level should have a strong interest and motivation to increase their proficiency level. The emphasis in this course is continued development of the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Communication in the target language is expected and…

Prerequisites: Final grade of 85% in French 3 Honors and/or teacher recommendation. The target language is spoken exclusively in the classroom to develop the skills of comprehension and conversation. The rigor of this course is designed for students who demonstrate a strong interest and motivation in language study. The emphasis…

Prerequisite: French 4 Honors/CP Students continuing their language study in this level should have a strong interest and motivation to increase their proficiency level. The emphasis in this course is continued development of the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Communication in the target language is expected and…

Prerequisites: Final grade of 85% in French 4 Honors and/or teacher recommendation. The target language is used exclusively in the classroom. The syllabus for this course has been College Board approved and students are expected to have a strong interest and motivation for language study. The AP College Board themes…

The emphasis in this course is directed toward the four basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The target language is spoken in the classroom to develop comprehension and conversation. These two skills are reinforced through the use of audio, video, and technology. Reading and writing skills are developed…

Prerequisite: German 1 CP The emphasis in this course is continued development of the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. The target language is spoken in the classroom to develop the skills of comprehension and conversation. Proficiency and cultural awareness is strengthened in the classroom by using the…

Prerequisites: Final grade of 90% in German 1 CP and/or teacher recommendation. The target language is spoken extensively in the classroom to develop the skills of comprehension and conversation. The rigor of the course is designed for students who demonstrate a strong interest and motivation in language study. The emphasis…

Prerequisite: German 2 Honors/CP The emphasis in this course is continued development of the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Communication in the target language is expected and the instructor will use the target language extensively to develop the skills of comprehension and conversation. Other objectives include using…

Prerequisites: Final grade of 85% in German 2 Honors and/or teacher recommendation. The target language is spoken exclusively in the classroom to develop the skills of comprehension and conversation. The rigor of this course is designed for students who demonstrate a strong interest and motivation in language study. The emphasis…

Prerequisite: German 3 Honors/CP Students continuing their language study in this level should have a strong interest and motivation to increase their proficiency level. The emphasis in this course is continued development of the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Communication in the target language is expected and…

Prerequisites: Final grade of 85% in German 3 Honors and/or teacher recommendation. The target language is spoken exclusively in the classroom to develop the skills of comprehension and conversation. The rigor of this course is designed for students who demonstrate a strong interest and motivation in language study. The emphasis…

Prerequisite: German 4 Honors/CP Students continuing their language study in this level should have a strong interest and motivation to increase their proficiency level. The emphasis in this course is continued development of the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Communication in the target language is expected and…

Prerequisites: Final grade of 85% in German 4 Honors and/or teacher recommendation. The target language is used exclusively in the classroom. The syllabus for this course has been College Board approved and students are expected to have a strong interest and motivation for language study. The AP College Board themes…

NOTE: This course is only available in an online format through Parkland’s Virtual Academy. This course presents the phonological, grammatical, and semantic systems of Latin, the mother language of today’s Romance languages (French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese and Romanian). Instruction stresses Latin’s influence upon the English language, particularly in the area…

NOTE: This course is only available in an online format through Parkland’s Virtual Academy. Prerequisite: Final grade of 70% in Latin 1 CP and/or teacher recommendation. This course is a continuation of Latin I. It is a more intensive study of the Latin language. Students will continue to expand their…

This beginning language course will provide an introduction to the signed alphabet and basic sign language. New Vocabulary and language patterns will be provided for expressive and receptive practice. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to communicate in a limited degree with the deaf and hard-of-hearing…

Prerequisite: Sign Language 1 CP This course is a continuation of the Sign Language 1 course. More advanced vocabulary and expressions will be introduced and basic skills will be reinforced to produce a greater proficiency of communication. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have a solid foundation in…

Prerequisite: Sign Language 2 CP This course will review and build upon vocabulary from Sign Language 2. Emphasis will be placed on receptive and expressive skills to produce greater proficiency in the language. Many interpreting skills will be used. Classroom interaction in Sign Language is expected. This is also a…

Prerequisite: Sign Language 3 CP The purpose of this course is to enable students to further develop advanced skills in American Sign Language through a linguistic, communicative, and cultural approach to language acquisition. Emphasis is placed on receptive and expressive signing, applied grammar, cross-cultural understanding, and real-life applications.

This is a beginning level course that will introduce students to Mandarin Chinese. In this course, students will learn listening, speaking, reading and writing skills through activities that are designed for students who are just starting their studies of this language. Students will learn to express themselves using an ever-increasing…

Prerequisite: Chinese 1 CP This course builds on the listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills taught in Chinese 1. The course includes a study of the Chinese phonetic system, character writing, sentence structure, and expanded knowledge of Chinese culture. Further acquisition of language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing…

This course is designed for students as an introduction to Arabic script and letter pronunciation, basic conversation skills, and gradual building of reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills at a beginning level. Aspects of Arab culture/history will also be introduced. This course is offered for dual enrollment for 3 credits…

Prerequisite: Arabic 1 CP Arabic 2 is the continuation of Arabic 1. This course will help students to develop basic skills in aural comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Basic grammatical concepts will be reviewed, and more complex grammatical and sentence structures will be presented. Students will also be introduced to…

Note: Successful completion of this course is a prerequisite for Entrepreneurship (649), Marketing Principles (657), and Business Management (656). This course will introduce the student to the exciting and challenging world of business. It will help students become knowledgeable consumers, well-prepared employees, and effective citizens in our economy. It will…

This course will help to develop skills that will give students an edge on applying for college or for a job. Students will learn strategies for lifelong learning including proper note taking, and effective testing strategies. In addition, personal learning styles will be identified, and the multiple intelligence theory will…

As our world relies more on computers to handle everyday work and leisure activities, the art of accurate keyboarding is necessary. Whether you’re emailing a friend, developing a class presentation, or downloading map directions, keyboarding knowledge can make the job easier. This course is designed to develop touch-typing skills on…

This course empowers students to explore various career paths in information technology by offering a selection of industry-recognized certifications. Students can choose from certifications such as IT Fundamentals Pro, PC Pro, Network Pro, Security Pro, Ethical Hacking, and more. With the flexibility to pursue different certifications each semester, students can…

This course combines HTML coding and web design, allowing students to build and customize websites while learning foundational coding and design skills. By integrating HTML, CSS, and coding principles into real-world projects, students gain practical, hands-on experience and create tangible results, making learning more engaging. The course culminates in a…

Prerequisite: Introduction to Business (600). Marketing introduces students to the fundamentals of marketing and management within the hospitality and tourism industries, covering essential topics such as food service, lodging, travel, and tourism. Emphasizing real-world applications, students will develop products and promotional strategies for local businesses, gaining practical insights into marketing…

Sports Administration provides students with a holistic understanding of the sports industry by combining essential marketing and management concepts into one comprehensive course. This integrated approach allows students to efficiently learn about marketing functions, event planning, facility management, and ethics within a single semester. Through hands-on experiences such as guest…

Prerequisite: Introduction to Business (600) This exciting, non-traditional course provides a basic foundation for individuals who are considering a career in business. Students will gain an understanding of topics such as economics, legal, and social aspects along with information on organizing, businesses, marketing products and services, financing operations, managing and…

Business Law introduces students to key legal principles that shape the business world, providing a comprehensive foundation from contract law to corporate law. The course examines the formation and enforcement of contracts, explores sales and employment law, and clarifies the rights and responsibilities of businesses and employees. Students will also…

NOTE: Starting with the Class of 2028 and beyond, all students must take Personal Finance (652) OR Independent Living (839) to fulfill PDE’s mandate to complete a personal finance course. This course is intended to give students background in all aspects of dealing with personal finances. It provides them with…

Recommended Prerequisite: Personal Finance (652) Americans today are more responsible than ever for their financial futures. Yet, many Americans, adults, and children alike know little about the basic principles and facts of money management, saving and investing. This course introduces students to the world of investing, its benefits and risks,…

Prerequisite: Introduction to Business (600) and Marketing Principles (657) or Business Management (656). This course will prepare students for small business ownership as well as for the workforce of the future. Seven out of ten high school students want to own and operate their own business. Throughout the semester students…

This course will provide students with an understanding of the importance of accounting principles in both society and the business world. Accounting I covers a complete accounting cycle for a service business organized as a proprietorship. Online computer access at home is expected as students will utilize Aplia for online…

Prerequisite: “C” or better in Accounting 1 (632). This course studies the accounting cycle for a merchandising business organized as a corporation. Students will apply accounting principles by completing an automated accounting simulation. Online computer access at home is expected as students will utilize Aplia for online working papers that…

This course challenges the honors student with completing both levels of accounting in one semester. The business cycle for service and merchandising businesses is learned as well as the differences in accounting for sole proprietorships, partnerships, and small corporations. Automated accounting software is used. Grade weighted upon successful completion of…

Prerequisites: Employment application and at least three previous Business courses. Application must be picked up in the store and returned with course request form. Students get first-hand experience in the operation and management of a small retail establishment. They are involved in all aspects of running the store from promotions,…

This is an introductory course in the fundamentals of painting incorporating color theory, design, application techniques, composition, and overall technique. Activities that reinforce these elements will be used throughout the course. Beginning as well as more advanced students should take this course either as an extension in further understanding color…

Prerequisite: Grade of “B” or better in Painting 1 This course builds upon experiences from Painting 1. Design, composition and technique will be emphasized. Review of methods and techniques will precede each painting activity. Opportunities for continued painting time as well as experimentation are included. Study of specific media may…

This is an introductory course in the fundamentals of drawing. Beginning as well as more advanced students should take this course. Design and composition principles are an integral part of the instruction. Projects will help students understand the concepts of linear perspective, spherical and cylindrical forms, value, shading, form, and…

Prerequisite: Grade of “B” or better in Drawing 1 This is a course that carries Drawing 1 experiences to a higher level. Exercises will include experimenting with drawing materials including mixed media. Design and composition concepts will still be emphasized as an integral part of the lessons. The possibility of…

Prerequisite: A grade of “A” or better in Drawing 2 and/or teacher recommendation. This course is an advanced studio class designed as an introductory college level drawing course. The AP course framework presents an inquiry-based approach to learning about drawing. Students are expected to conduct an in-depth, sustained investigation of…

Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in Drawing 1, Painting 1, and/or teacher recommendation. This course is designed for students who are preparing advanced level portfolio quality work in order to pursue art studies after graduation. It is expected that these students be highly motivated and committed to their…

Prerequisite: Grade of “B” or better in Drawing 1, Painting 1, and/or teacher recommendation. This course is an introductory college-level two-dimensional design course. Students refine and apply skills and ideas they develop throughout the course to produce two-dimensional art and design. Students will create a portfolio of work to demonstrate…

Prerequisite: Grade of “B” or better in Ceramics 2, Jewelry and Metals 2, and/or teacher recommendation. AP 3-D Art and Design is an advanced studio course for students interested in creating three-dimensional art while developing their own artistic voice. Building on skills from Ceramics 1 and 2 and Jewelry and…

This is a foundation course for students who have an interest in learning photography as an art form. Students will create digital images and collages in Photoshop while learning the functions of a 35mm Digital Single-Lens Reflex (SLR) camera. The history of photography will act as a catalyst for contemporary…

Prerequisite: Completion of Photography 1 with a grade of “B” or better. Photography 2 will focus on building image capturing skills through the use of a 35mm film camera. Traditional darkroom techniques, processing negatives, digital cameras, scanner and Photoshop/Lightroom procedures will be discussed. Students will learn to take black and…

Prerequisite: Completion of Photography 2 with a grade of “B” or better. Photography 3 will focus on new lighting techniques and incorporate the dynamics of studio and environmental portraiture. Students will be introduced to the 4X5 view camera and impact on the history of photography. Each student will focus on…

This is an introductory course that focuses on using the computer and digital media as a means to create and design art projects. The course will include a variety of drawing, painting, photography, and design projects using exciting art programs through the Adobe Creative Cloud. Apple pencils and iPads are…

Prerequisite: Grade of “B” or better in Computer Art 1. Computer Art 2 is an advanced class that builds upon the skills and programs learned in Computer Art 1. It will also introduce students to 2D animation techniques. Additionally, students will learn new Photoshop techniques and complete large-scale graphic design…

Prerequisite: Grade of “B” or better in Computer Art 1 or Drawing 1. Computer Animation is an introductory course that will allow students to explore the principles of animation. A history of animation will provide a foundation to explore technological advancements in programs such as Adobe Animate, Adobe Character Animator,…

This is an excellent course for the college bound student since Art History is often required or taken as an elective at the university level. At the completion of this course, students may elect to take the Advanced Placement Art History examination, which can be used at many colleges for…

Ceramics 1 is a foundation course focusing on the structural techniques of hand-building, coiling, slab, pinch, and integrated with the sculptural technique of modeling. Students can expect to complete pieces utilizing these techniques centering on functional as well as non-functional concepts and finalized with various glazes and/or finishing approaches. Students…

Prerequisite: Grade of B or better in Ceramics 1. The skill of throwing on a potter’s wheel will be the goal of student concentration in the beginning stages of Ceramics 2. All assignments will involve advanced hand-building and the potter’s wheel in some fashion. Traditional pieces are to include vessels,…

Jewelry and Metals 1 is a metal working class aimed at building jewelry (functional and sculptural) and to explore the enameling process. Students will have the opportunity to design jewelry and to build that design using fabrication. A studio fee of approximately $45 will be expected to help defray the…

Prerequisite: Grade of “B” or better in Jewelry and Metals 1. This course involves advanced techniques for hand building and lost wax casting. Advanced hand building techniques will involve multiple plate construction, surface manipulation and stone setting. The introduction to lost wax casting will center on functional as well as…

A sampling course designed for the student who does not wish to concentrate on a specific medium, but to experiment with a wide variety of traditional craft methods. Centering on three-dimensional design, areas of sampling may be mosaics, 3-D assemblages, sculpture, basketry, tye-dye, etc.

Prerequisite: Ability to match pitch. NOTE: This option is only available to students who also enroll in Band or Orchestra. Chorus rehearses three (3) periods per cycle. During class the student is provided an opportunity to develop the singing voice and to enhance the knowledge of music as applied to…

Prerequisite: Ability to match pitch. NOTE: This option is only available to students who also enroll in Band or Orchestra. Chorus rehearses three (3) periods per cycle. During class the student is provided an opportunity to develop the singing voice and to enhance the knowledge of music as applied to…

Prerequisite: Ability to match pitch. Chorus rehearses six periods per cycle. During class the student is provided an opportunity to develop the singing voice and to enhance the knowledge of music as applied to choral singing. There will be an emphasis on music literacy (including sight-singing skills) and continued development…

Prerequisite: Ability to match pitch. Chorus rehearses six periods per cycle. During class the student is provided an opportunity to develop the singing voice and to enhance the knowledge of music as applied to choral singing. There will be an emphasis on music literacy (including sight-singing skills) and continued development…

This group rehearses six periods per cycle. The ensemble is comprised of soprano and alto voices. During class the student is provided an opportunity to develop the singing voice and to enhance the knowledge of music as applied to choral singing. There will be an emphasis on music literacy (including…

NOTE: This option is only available to students who also enroll in Chorus. Band rehearses 3 times per cycle. This course involves the various members of the percussion, woodwind, and brass families used within the marching and concert bands. This course is taught through a practiced application of basic principles…

NOTE: This option is only available to students who also enroll in Chorus. Band rehearses 3 times per cycle. This course involves the various members of the percussion, woodwind, and brass families used within the marching and concert bands. This course is taught through a practiced application of basic principles…

Band rehearses 6 times per cycle. This course involves the various members of the percussion, woodwind, and brass families used within the marching and concert bands. The course is taught through a practiced application of basic principles laid down in elementary and middle school, plus the development of these skills…

Band rehearses 6 times per cycle. This course involves the various members of the percussion, woodwind, and brass families used within the marching and concert bands. The course is taught through a practiced application of basic principles laid down in elementary and middle school, plus the development of these skills…

Wind Ensemble is a semester long course, rehearsing 6 days a cycle in the spring semester only. Students interested in performing in the Wind Ensemble must be enrolled in Concert Band and successfully pass an audition in January/February of the previous year or invitation by director. The group will be…

NOTE: This option is only available to students who also enroll in Chorus or Band. This class is offered for violin, viola, cello, and bass students for 3 periods per cycle, as a continuation for students with previous orchestral experience. Educational emphasis is placed on the advancement of instrumental technique,…

NOTE: This option is only available to students who also enroll in Chorus or Band. This class is offered for violin, viola, cello, and bass students for 3 periods per cycle, as a continuation for students with previous orchestral experience. Educational emphasis is placed on the advancement of instrumental technique,…

This course is offered for violin, viola, cello, and bass students for 6 periods per cycle, as an opportunity to study advanced small group ensemble music and symphonic orchestral literature. Symphonic Orchestra offers students great variety and challenge in musical performance with a full orchestra. Students will continue their development…

This course is offered for violin, viola, cello, and bass students for 6 periods per cycle, as an opportunity to study advanced small group ensemble music and symphonic orchestral literature. Symphonic Orchestra offers students great variety and challenge in musical performance with a full orchestra. Students will continue their development…

Admission to this class is by audition only. Students selected for the Honors Concert Choir program will meet all of the requirements of the Concert Choir course. Additionally, students will be an active member of the Parkland High School Chorale and perform with the Chorale at community events. Rehearsals take…

Admission to this class is by audition only. This option is only available to students who also enroll in Band or Orchestra. Students selected for the Honors Concert Choir (1/2 Credit Option) program will meet all of the requirements of the Concert Choir course. Additionally, students will be an active…

Admission to this class is by audition only. Students selected for the Honors Band program will meet all of the requirements of the Band course. Additionally, students will perform in the Parkland High School Jazz Band ensemble and attend area jazz festivals and other community events. Students who do not…

Admission to this class is by audition only. This option is available only to students who also enroll in Concert Choir. This class meets three times per cycle for band rehearsal. Students selected for the Honors Band (1/2 Credit Option) will meet all of the requirements of the Band course.…

Prerequisite: Audition with instructor and at least 1 credit in Orchestra (except 9th grade students). Students selected for the Honors Orchestra program will meet all of the requirements of the Orchestra course. Additionally, students will be active members of Parkland High School’s Strolling Strings and Chamber Ensembles and perform at…

Admission to this class is by audition only. this option is available only to students who also enroll in Concert Choir. Students meet three times per cycle for orchestra rehearsal. Students selected for the Honors Orchestra program will meet all of the requirements of the Orchestra course. Additionally , students…

This semester long course, which meets daily for a single period in the first semester, is designed for students who are interested in learning about the violin, viola, cello, and/or string bass. Students will learn note reading, basic fundamentals and techniques involved in sound production, and perform basic repertoire. No…

Prerequisite: Any of the following: 1- Intro. to Strings (771) or the equivalent, OR 2- basic, practical knowledge reading and performing written music notation (conventional or lead sheet) on some orchestra instrument (violin, viola, cello, string bass etc.), OR 3- Teacher recommendation for students who can demonstrate proficiency on an…

This class is designed for the beginning student who wishes to learn the fundamentals of keyboarding. The student will demonstrate adequate motor skill development through the performance of a variety of repertoire. The Yamaha Electronic Keyboard lab facilities will be used for both individual and group instruction. Students who have…

Prerequisite: Piano 1 or the equivalent of one year of private lessons. This course is a continuation of Piano 1. The student will continue to progress through more difficult repertoire. Pianos are available for student practice. Students with 1½ or more years of piano study should not take this course.

Recommended Prerequisites: Performing ability on an instrument or vocal music reading ability. Students become familiar with musical terminology, learn how to write musical manuscript, listen to and construct diatonic intervals, listen to and construct all of the major and relative minor scale forms, and listen to and construct the primary…

Recommended Prerequisites: Successful completion of Music Theory 1, or the equivalent skills, as approved by the instructor. Students continue their study of harmony using primary and secondary chords in root position and inversions, writing chord progressions in simple keyboard and four-part (SATB) textures. Non-harmonic tones and simple melodic form will…

Prerequisite: Music Theory 2 Students will be required to read, notate, compose, perform and listen to music. The further development of aural skills (sight-singing, dictation) is a primary objective, as well as continuing the study of harmony to include modes, secondary dominants, modulation, and more expressive formal structures. Students will…

Prerequisite: Any of the following: 1- Music Theory 1 or the equivalent, OR 2- basic, practical knowledge reading and performing written music notation (conventional or lead sheet) on some instrument (piano, guitar, trumpet, etc.), OR 3- Teacher recommendation for students who can demonstrate an alternative mode of musically expressing themselves…

Prerequisites: Grade of “B” or better in English and strong interest and theory background in subject area. Music Listening and Literature Honors is an intensive course in developing perceptive listening of music literature through study of structure and style of musical composition, score reading, social and historical context of music…

This course will explore the world of fashion by investigating fibers and textiles as well as constructing wearable garments or accessories. Clothing styles, fashion trends, and ways to enhance personal appearance will be explored. Instruction includes consumer hints for pattern and fabric choices, reading instructions with patterns, preparing the fabric…

The world of fashion is a glamorous one. The fast pace of fashion offers challenges to the person who is creative, flexible, and observant. In this course, students will explore careers available in the area of fashion design and merchandising. Multiple student projects incorporating current fashion and fashion history will…

This craft program is designed to allow each student to experience many different projects through various mediums such as wood, paper, fabrics, felt, yarn, and thread. Throughout the semester students will complete teacher-directed and guest crafter-directed projects. Each student is required to create a minimum of two independent projects that…

This course is designed for students interested in learning how to organize their present and future living space. Students will study housing designs, the elements and principles of design, and learn how to develop floor plans and elevations. Computer technology is incorporated into the course to create floor plans, elevations…

Prepare delicious foods, build your nutrition knowledge, learn about food safety, develop consumer knowledge, understand basic cooking terms in recipes, and taste test new foods in this introductory food course. Foods are prepared in a creative way following the USDA Dietary Guidelines. Special emphasis is given to the use of…

Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in Basic Foods or in LCTI’s Culinary Program. Learn how to plan and organize meals for different occasions, making cooking more efficient and enjoyable. Taste and understand the diverse flavors from various regions across the United States, and discover the rich culinary traditions and…

Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in Basic Foods or in LCTI’s Culinary Program. This course introduces you to the art of using spices, the variety of breads, and the deliciousness of Italian and Chinese cuisines.You’ll also undertake a hands-on project where you select a country of your choice, cook…

Recommended prerequisite: Successful completion of Basic Foods (834). This course explores the vital role of nutrition in enhancing overall fitness and well-being. We’ll dive into the six major nutrients—carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water—and their impact on physical performance, mental clarity, and social health. Through interactive lectures, group discussions,…

NOTE: Starting with the Class of 2028 and beyond, all students must take Personal Finance (652) OR Independent Living (839) to fulfill PDE’s mandate to complete a personal finance course. Independent Living is a course designed to give students a realistic view of life after high school and to explore…

This course investigates parenthood as a possible life goal and examines reasons for having or not having children. Emphasis is placed on pre-natal health, postpartum care and baby’s development during the first two years of life. Instructional techniques include observations, video case studies and interactions that simulate real life situations.…

Students who desire to know more about how children grow and develop will gain skills for working with preschool children in this course. During the semester, the students will learn theory, and be immersed in projects, observations, a field trip, and participation in a four-week Nursery School Laboratory. The Nursery…

Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in Child Development This course is designed as a follow up study to the Child Development Course. It is offered second semester to all students who want the experience of actually working in a nursery school pro. The Parkland nursery school laboratory is a…

Prerequisite: Grade of B or better in Child Development and Child Development Laboratory and teacher recommendation. This course is designed for the student who has completed both the Child Development and Child Development Laboratory courses. It is tailored for students who are seriously interested in the organization and management of…

Students should not take this course if they plan to take Introduction to Engineering Design (#991). Students will take a varied look into the many facets of technical and computer-aided design (CAD). This course will give students broad-based exposure to skills that will help them become future designers in various…

Prerequisite: Technical Drawing and CAD or Intro. To Engineering Design (PLTW). This course is a broad description of the architecture and construction of homes in our region. Students are given limited square footage constraints and a building lot to creatively design a functional, yet aesthetic home. They are asked to…

Prerequisite: Residential Architecture (902).This course expands upon concepts covered in 902. A similar problem-solving design approach will be employed. Expanded and new topics include structural details, beam and loading calculations, interior design, elevations, foundation systems, and alternative materials. Students will be asked to complete a fully workable set of plans…

Prerequisite: Technical Drawing & CAD (901) or Intro. to Engineering Design (PLTW) (991).This course expands upon the concepts and skills taught in Technical Drawing & CAD (901). 3D AutoCAD software will be used to apply geometric primitives with Booleanoperators to create designs from scratch. These designs will then be used…

Prerequisite: Intro to Drafting, Design, and CADD or Intro to Engineering Design (PLTW) Did you ever wonder how cars, roller blades, mag wheels and other products are manufactured? Through computer technologies, students will explore Robotics, Computer Numerical Control and Computer Design/Manufacturing processes. Gain hands-on exposure to a variety of manufacturing…

Prerequisite: Production Materials & Processes Use your skills from course #911 in combination with CNC, Robotics, and Quality Control to set up and manufacture products in a cooperative learning environment. This course will offer advanced topics extending beyond the scope of course #911 and is currently implementing a Science, Technology,…

Recommended Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1 This project-based course focuses on how electronics affects our lives and also on our dependence upon its constant development. Electricity drives all of the modern technology that we use at home and in school. Students will gain a better understanding of how electricity…

Prerequisite: Technical Drawing and CAD or Intro to Engineering Design (PLTW) In this course, students use the technological method to design and build models of transportation and energy systems. Creating working models of planes, boats, racecars and rockets enable students to apply math, science, and technology concepts as they compete…

Prerequisite: Technical Drawing and CAD or Intro to Engineering Design (PLTW) Students learn the Creative Problems Solving (CPS) method used in many of today’s competitive companies and organizations. The application of CPS techniques, along with machines, materials, and information resources, will result in the processes of invention and innovation to…

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1. In this introductory course of the PLTW Computer Science program, students learn fundamental computer science concepts using MIT App Inventor and Python. The first unit of the course utilizes MIT App Inventor to create basic apps that rely on the concepts of event-driven programming,…

Prerequisite: Computer Science Essentials Honors (980) This course aims to develop computational thinking, to generate excitement about the field of computing, and to introduce computational tools that foster creativity. Students practice problem solving with structured activities and progress to open-ended projects and problems that require them to develop planning, documentation,…

Prerequisite: Computer Science Essentials Honors (980) This course teaches students Java and authentic Android App development. Students will receive a primer in the basics of Java programming language and object-oriented programming using Eclipse and Android Studio. Students will be able to incorporate their own code into fully functioning apps. Students…

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Computer Science Essentials Honors (980). This course exposes high school students to the ever growing and far reaching field of cybersecurity through problem-based learning, where students role-play as cybersecurity experts and train as cybersecurity experts do. It also connects to the National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework (also…

Prerequisite: Concurrently taking Honors Biology (424) or full completion of Biology (421) with a “C” or better. This is the introductory course of the PLTW Biomedical Science program. Students will explore concepts of biology and medicine to provide foundational knowledge and skills in fields such as biology, anatomy & physiology,…

Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in Principles of Biomedical Science Honors (941). NOTE: Only 11th and 12th grade students may double-up in HBS (942) and MI (943). The HBS course provides foundational knowledge and skills in anatomy and physiology, clinical medicine, and laboratory research. Students explore science in action…

Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in Human Body Systems Honors (942). NOTE: Only 11th and 12th grade students may double-up in HBS (942) and MI (943).In Medical Interventions, students follow the life of a fictitious family as they investigate how to prevent, diagnose, and treat disease. Students explore how…

Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in all previous Biomedical courses, including Principles of Biomedical Science Honors (941), Human Body Systems Honors (942), and Medical Interventions Honors (943). In this final course of the PLTW Biomedical Science sequence, students build on the knowledge and skills gained from previous courses to…

Math Prerequisites: Completion of Algebra 1 with a high “B” or better; “B” or better in all other Algebra courses. This is the first course in the Project Lead the Way Engineering sequence. IED is an introductory look into the design and creation of modern products. Students develop an understanding…

Math Prerequisite: Currently taking or previously completed Geometry and a grade of “B” or better in Algebra 1 and all other Algebra courses taken at the high school level. Additional Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in Intro to Engineering Design Honors (991). This is the second course in the…

Math Prerequisite: Currently taking or previously completed Geometry and a grade of “B” or better in all Algebra courses taken at the high school level. Additional Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in Intro to Engineering Design Honors (991).The purpose of this course is to teach the fundamentals of computerized…

Math Prerequisite: Currently taking or previously completed Geometry and a grade of B or better in all Algebra courses taken at the high school level. Additional Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in Intro to Engineering Design Honors (991)This is a course in applied logic as it is used in…

Math Prerequisite: Currently taking or previously completed Geometry and a grade of “B” or better in all Algebra courses taken at the high school level. Additional Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in Intro to Engineering Design Honors (991) and in Principles of Engineering Honors (992).Students are introduced to the…

Math Prerequisite: Currently taking or previously completed Geometry and a grade of “B” or better in all Algebra courses taken at the high school level. Additional Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in Intro to Engineering Design Honors (991) or in Residential Architecture (902). This overview course emphasizes the inter-relationship…

Math Prerequisite “B” or better in Geometry. It is recommended that students concurrently enroll in Precalculus or Calculus. Additional Prerequisite: Grade of “B” or better in two or more of the following specialization courses- In Computer Science: 981,982, 983, and in Engineering: 992, 993, 994, 997, or 998. Note that…

This one semester program is designed for senior students who are seriously considering a career in elementary education or special education. The students will travel to an elementary school and serve in the capacity of a teacher’s aide in a classroom. High school and elementary faculty jointly supervise students. Students…

Students may enroll in DCO during the junior and senior year. Students who are in good standing academically and on track for graduation may be released from school for half days to work. The employer is required to provide students with job training and skills by following an Occupational Training…

The Allied Health Professions Program, approved by PDE and offered through LCTI, Penn State University, and Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network, provides highly motivated high school seniors with an opportunity to experience a variety of health care careers. While taking Penn State courses for college credit, students spend a…

Interested in a career in aviation? Then this is the course for you! Private Pilot Flight Theory is an introductory dual enrollment course through LCCC designed to help students work towards earning their Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Private Pilot Certificate. Study of the following topics within the FAA approved ground/flight…

NOTE: Students complete this course online and are not scheduled to take a live course during the school day. Through the process of self-exploration and career planning, students will learn how to match personal needs and expectations with satisfying career options. Students will learn self-assessment skills, research major and career…