Practical Arts

Practical arts teachers aspire to prepare students for their college experience as well as their eventual entrance into the workforce. Teachers will provide students with an opportunity to develop skills which will serve them for the rest of their lives, including but not limited to, effectively utilizing computer technology, managing personal and family finance, and developing their leadership potential.

This course is intended to develop the student’s knowledge and skills in four separate areas. During the first quarter, child development from the prenatal period to age five is studied. The second quarter introduces the student to basic sewing skills and includes the use of the sewing machine and the construction of a simple garment. Students will be responsible for purchasing additional sewing supplies during this quarter. In the third and fourth quarters, nutrition, eating patterns, meal planning, and food preparation are studied. Practical lab experiences to develop cooking skills are included.

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE 1

604

PREREQUISITE: Freshmen only

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE 2

605

PREREQUISITE: Juniors and seniors only One semester of this course is designed to help students understand basic principles of nutrition as well as the selection, storage, and preparation of food, including regional and foreign foods. The other semester is designed to introduce students to the management of personal finances. Students will explore budgeting, checking, banking, managing charge accounts, insurance, and consumer rights/responsibilities. Students will participate in simulation projects to provide them with real-life situations in which the management of finances is critical.

JOURNALISM 1 NEWSPAPER

141

PREREQUISITES: Juniors and seniors only; a minimum of an 80 average in previous English course This course provides students with a general knowledge of journalism, including all facets of newspaper writing: news, features, sports, and editorials. In addition, students will study journalism in terms of its historical importance and development. Students must sell advertisements as part of each quarter’s grade. This course is time intensive; students must be willing to work outside designated class time to complete assignments.

JOURNALISM 2 NEWSPAPER HONORS

168

PREREQUISITES: Journalism 1and consent of the instructor This course reinforces the students’ knowledge of journalism, including all facets of newspaper production: design, editing, layout and finance. Students will learn to use desktop publishing software and Photoshop to produce each issue. Students must sell advertisements as part of each quarter’s grade. Journalism 2 Honors students serve as the editor-in-chief, managing editor, section editors, and business manager. They are responsible for overseeing the work of the individual reporters, editing articles, and making decisions concerning content and layout. This course is time intensive; students must be willing to work outside designated class time to complete assignments.

142

PREREQUISITES: Juniors and seniors only; a minimum of an 80 average in previous English course This course offers students a hands-on learning experience in the creation of a quality yearbook. Journalism 1 Yearbook introduces students to the many facets of yearbook production: photography, design, page layout, copy and caption writing, financing, and selling the publication. Students must sell advertisements as part of their grade. This course is time intensive; students must be willing to work outside designated class time to complete assignments. Students may have the opportunity to attend journalism conferences.

JOURNALISM 2 YEARBOOK HONORS

169

PREREQUISITES: Journalism 1 Yearbook and consent of the instructor Journalism 2 Yearbook Honors offers students an opportunity to make yearbook production decisions. This course reviews, reinforces, and applies all facets of yearbook production: photography, design, page layout, copy and caption writing, desktop publishing, financing, and selling the publication. Students must sell advertisements as part of their grade. Qualified students will act as editors and staff team leaders. This course is extremely time intensive; students must be willing to work outside designated class time. Students may have the opportunity to attend journalism conferences

MULTIMEDIA JOURNALISM

150

PREREQUISITE: Sophomores only Today’s multimedia specialists must be able to take photographs, shoot video, write, edit, produce and distribute features and news stories. Multimedia Journalism offers students hands-on experience in five major disciplines of journalism: photography, videography, broadcasting, journalistic reporting, and print design/layout. In addition to serving as an introduction to multimedia, photography, newspaper and yearbook courses, this project-based class will provide students with opportunities to work with classmates on a variety of print design and video products.

MULTIMEDIA DESIGN VIDEOGRAPHY 1

831

PREREQUISITE: Juniors and seniors only This course is designed to instruct students in the fundamentals of videography, storytelling, and entertainment features. In addition to studying broadcasting history and journalism ethics, students will develop and utilize photography, videography, and journalism skills to produce story packages and entertainment videos. Students will create an electronic portfolio via the development of a website, which will allow them to display, comment, and reflect upon their work. In addition, they may have the opportunity to contribute story packages to Crusader Coverage, the school’s news show.

MULTIMEDIA DESIGN VIDEOGRAPHY 2 HONORS

835

PREREQUISITES: Creative Photography or Multimedia Design Videography 1 and consent of the instructor This course is designed to further develop and enhance the skills learned in Multimedia Design Videography 1 and/or Creative Photography. In addition to producing news stories for Crusader Coverage, the student will also produce short films, documentary videos, training videos and educational media for classroom use. Students will continue to explore and develop the use of still photos, video, audio and the written word as a storytelling tool. Students will also be responsible for the development, production, and broadcast of Crusader Coverage as well as the continued development of the online student media website. Students may have the opportunity to attend journalism conferences.

Practical Arts

Practical Arts

864

PREREQUISITE: Freshmen only Naval Science 1 is designed to introduce the freshman NJROTC cadet to the Navy and to its program for youth in American high schools. The curriculum is structured in such a manner as to stimulate an enthusiasm for scholarship as a foundation for higher citizenship and leadership goals, and engender a sound appreciation for the heritage and traditions of America with recognition that the historically significant role of sea power will be increasingly influential in America’s future. The curriculum, as well as the entire NJROTC program, strives to initiate in each cadet a growing sense of pride in his or her organization, associates, and self. Study habits, responsibility, personal accountability, conduct, and courtesy are stressed in order to lay the foundation for sound leadership and citizenship growth of individual cadets. Students are required to meet for 75 minutes of company drill (practical laboratory) after school, once per semester.

Note: Successful completion of Naval Science 1 and Naval Science 2 will satisfy the Health Education /Fitness (704) requirement. Successful completion of two years of NJROTC will satisfy the Practical Arts requirement.

NAVAL SCIENCE 2 (NJROTC)

863

PREREQUISITES: Sophomores with consent of the instructor Naval Science 2 emphasizes the historical, political, and economic impact of the Navy and the oceans on the United States through the study of maritime history from early Western civilization through the present. Areas of study in the nautical sciences include maritime geography, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy. The student is also introduced to the physical sciences through the study of motion, force and aerodynamics, buoyancy, basic electricity, electronics and sound, and sonar. All Naval Science students begin work on College Planning and SAT/ACT prep. The lab portion of the course emphasizes armed basic and exhibition drill, color gaurd, Manual of the Sword, and teamoriented physical fitness activities. Students enrolling in this class will be required to participate in at least one NJROTC sanctioned competition (nonpostal) per semester.

Note: Successful completion of Naval Science 1 and Naval Science 2 will satisfy the Health Education /Fitness (704) requirement. Successful completion of two years of NJROTC will satisfy the Practical Arts requirement.

NAVAL SCIENCE 3 (NJROTC)

862

PREREQUISITE: Juniors with consent of the instructor Naval Science 3 emphasizes the significance of sea power from the geopolitical viewpoint to include naval operations, naval weapons and aircraft as well as shipboard construction organization and navigation. Naval Science 3 also provides a study of the military justice system, international law of the sea and the laws of war. In addition, students are given an introduction to basic seamanship. An online ACT/SAT preparatory course is also part of the academic syllabus that students are required to complete. The lab portion will emphasize armed basic and exhibition drill, color guard, Manual of the Sword and team-oriented physical fitness activities. Students enrolling in this class will be required to participate in at least oneNJROTC sanctioned competition (non-postal) per semester.

Successful completion of two years of NJROTC will satisfy the Practical Arts requirement.

NAVAL SCIENCE 3 - UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLES (NJROTC)

869 This one-year introductory course in the Principals of Aeronautical Science and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) is designed to provide the student with a broad-based aviation orientation in flight-related areas appropriate to all non-Aeronautical Science degree programs. The fall semester material includes historical developments in aviation and the airline industry, theory of flight, airport operations, aircraft systems and performance, elements of air navigation, and others. The spring semester offers the opportunity to master material of the Unmanned Safety Institute’s Small UAS Safety Certification. The certification covers 11 major competencies of UAS technology. Cadets learn how to safely operate drones within the National Airspace System, and they are introduced to real world job opportunites within the drone industry. The Safety Certification prepares students for the FAA Part 107 exam and shows future employers that students have a solid foundation in safe drone operations. It is a nationally recognized exam, and everyone who passes the practice exams within the training modules can sit for the Part 107 exam (two attempts to pass).

Successful completion of two years of NJROTC will satisfy the Practical Arts requirement.

NAVAL SCIENCE 4 (NJROTC)

861

PREREQUISITE: Seniors with consent of the instructor Naval Science 4 combines both the study of text materials and practical leadership situations. Practical leadership will be accomplished by carrying out duties as staff officers, departmental officers, and other billets in the unit. Academic course work includes grand strategy, United States Strategy, Naval Logistics, communications, Research and Development, as well as damage control, firefighting, and chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) warfare. The lab portion will emphasize armed basic and exhibition drill, color guard, Manual of the Sword and team-oriented physical fitness activities. Students enrolling in this class will be required to participate in at least one NJROTC sanctioned competition(non-postal) per semester.

Successful completion of two years of NJROTC will satisfy the Practical Arts requirement.

NAVAL SCIENCE 4 - UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLES (NJROTC)

870 This one-year introductory course in the Principals of Aeronautical Science and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) is designed to provide the student with a broad-based aviation orientation in flight-related areas appropriate to all non-Aeronautical Science degree programs. The fall semester material includes historical developments in aviation and the airline industry, theory of flight, airport operations, aircraft systems and performance, elements of air navigation, and others. The spring semester offers the opportunity to master material of the Unmanned Safety Institute’s Small UAS Safety Certification. The certification covers 11 major competencies of UAS technology. Cadets learn how to safely operate drones within the National Airspace System, and they are introduced to real world job opportunites within the drone industry. The Safety Certification prepares students for the FAA Part 107 exam and shows future employers that students have a solid foundation in safe drone operations. It is a nationally recognized exam, and everyone who passes the practice exams within the training modules can sit for the Part 107 exam (two attempts to pass).

Practical Arts

Practical Arts

906

PREREQUISITE: Juniors and seniors only

This introductory course teaches the entire accounting cycle using the dual entry system for single proprietorships and partnerships, with advanced corporate procedures for bond interest, dividends and amortizing depreciation. Special journals, subsidiary ledgers, accounting on computers (with various formats in Excel), and two major case studies teach the student how to work through realistic situations from beginning to end. Personal use units include building skill on the 10-key computer pad, checking account control, and maintaining payroll records.

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & LAW

911

PREREQUISITE: Juniors and seniors only

This is an introductory business course designed to provide the student with the basic requirements for the formation and legal operation of an enterprise in the American economy. Business skills that will be developed include, but are not limited to, communication, budgets, job application, human relations, management, and entrepreneurship. Students will develop a business plan as well as a business website.

DIGITAL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

920 This course is designed to provide a basic overview of current systems and trends in business and information technology. It introduces students to fundamental skills required for environments in today’s academic and technology-based careers. Emphasis is placed on developing fundamental computer skills, including the exploration and use of databases, the Internet, spreadsheets, presentation applications, cloud-based data management, word processing and document manipulation, fundamental coding, web page design, and the integration of these programs using software that meets industry standards.

AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES

923

PREREQUISITES: Sophomores, juniors and seniors only and current math teacher’s recommendation

This course will introduce students to the creative aspects of programming, abstractions, algorithms, large data sets, cyber security concerns, and computing impacts. Students will apply technology to design innovative and creative solutions to problems. Tasks will include, but are not limited to, accessing the world of web applications, problem solving using computational widgets, and collaborating with peers as they complete multidisciplinary projects investigating solutions to real-world issues. No required knowledge of programming is necessary. Students are required to take the AP Exam which requires students to submit one performance task demonstrating developed skills along with taking a multiple choice exam. Students in AP courses are required to complete the national AP Exam. College Board Exam fees will be billed via FACTS Financial at the end of the fi rst quarter. (see page 2)

AP COMPUTER SCIENCE A

950

PREREQUISITES: Algebra 2 and BK honors criteria applied to current math course AP Computer Science A is equivalent to a first-semester, college-level course in computer science. The course introduces students to computer science with fundamental topics that include problem solving, design strategies and methodologies, organization of data (data structures), approaches to processing data (algorithms), analysis of potential solutions, and the ethical and social implications of computing. The course emphasizes both object-oriented and imperative problem solving and design using Java language. These techniques represent proven approaches for developing solutions that can scale up from small, simple problems to large, complex problems. Prior completion of Digital Information Technology or AP Computer Science Principles is recommended, but not required. Students may be required to attend afterschool sessions scheduled throughout the year. Students in AP courses are required to complete the national AP Exam. College Board Exam fees will be billed via FACTS Financial at the end of the fi rst quarter. (see page 2) 40