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WELCOME TO OUR PROGRAM OF STUDIES PRESENTATION

Purpose...Tonight’s WHY

School can feel like this

Emotions Matter

Attention, Memory, and Learning Decision Making Relationship Quality Physical and Mental Health Performance and Creativity

Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, Marc Brackett, PhD

Seeking Balance

STRESSED

ANXIOUS

HAPPY

BORED

TIRED

CALM

EXHAUSTED

DEPRESSED

OVERWHELMED

EXCITED JOYFUL SATISFIED FULFILLED Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence

Emotions Matter

Students who experience: Tend to Feel Positive Relationships Accepted & Connected Engaging Instruction Hopeful & Interested Relevance & Meaningfulness Happy & Respected

Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, Marc Brackett, PhD

Finding Flow

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi

School Counseling

Paula Panos

Wellness

Mike Santangeli Kristen Fallo

Special Education

Patty Roszko Dave DeAngelo

Introduction of Presenters

Humanities

Angela Staron

STEM

J.T. Schemm

Administration

Gina Pin Jennifer Desmarais - Classes 2020 & 2022 Julie McTague - Classes 2019 & 2021 (2023)

FOUR YEAR PLAN

• English

8 credits

• Math

6 credits

• Science

6 credits

• Social Studies

6 credits

• Fine & Applied Arts

4 credits

• Health/Physical Ed

5 credits

• Electives

13 credits Total = 48 credits

ADDITIONAL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrate competence in basic skills per

CT Public Act No. 01-166

• Connecticut Grade 11 SAT Test
• Next Generation Science Assessment in Grade 11
• Computer Proficiency
• Writing Portfolio

SCHEDULING PROCESS: 8TH GRADE SCHEDULING TIMELINE

• Course selection occurs in February
• High school counselors schedule at the middle

schools

• John Read - February 4th
• Helen Keller - February 6th
• Conflict resolution after budget is passed
• Schedules emailed home in July via Parent Portal

Seven-Day Rotating Schedule

Day in the life of a 9th grader at Barlow?

Sample Schedule: Joel Barlow, Grade 9

1 Wellness 9 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

WELLNESS

WELLNESS DIMENSIONS

WELLNESS STUDENT EXPECTATIONS

WELLNESS REQUIRED COURSES

WELLNESS ELECTIVES

WELLNESS ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Sample Schedule: Joel Barlow, Grade 9

1 Wellness 9 2 Science 3 4 5 6 7 8

SCIENCE COURSES

Goals:

• Science is learned by blending curiosity

determination, and experimentation. (doin’ science!)

• Build and expand student interest and confidence
• Scientifically literate and conversant students
• Developing reading and writing skills
• Success on standardized testing

(11th grade SATs and NGSS Assessment)

• Foundational knowledge and skills for future

coursework

SCIENCE COURSES

Honors Biology

• Motivated, self-directed, independent learners
• Strong reading and writing skills
• Strong critical thinking and abstract reasoning skills
• Strong ability to use higher orders of thinking
• Strong study skills
• Solid mastery and retention of middle school science concepts
• Require much less modeling and review
• A’s on chapter and unit tests
• Strong curiosity and interest in science

SCIENCE COURSES

Physical Science & Earth Dynamics

• Hands-on, student designed laboratory investigations
• Promotes reading strategies used at Barlow
• Develops note-taking and study skills for incoming 9th graders
• Develops critical thinking and abstract reasoning skills
• Students see evidence of cross-cutting concepts between

chemistry, biology, and physics ideas throughout the course

• Builds students’ confidence, skill levels, and knowledge base

for future science classes, as well as advancing to honors level

SCIENCE COURSES

Fundamentals of Physical Science & Earth Dynamics

• Develops inquiry-based learning skills, including lab skills
• Provides a greater degree of individualized instruction
• Provides a high level of direct teacher instruction and supports
• Develops critical thinking skills
• Develops reading and writing skills
• Develops note-taking and study skills

AP AND ELECTIVE COURSES

AP Offerings

• AP Biology
• AP Chemistry
• AP Physics
• AP Environmental

Science Full Year Electives

• Physics
• Environmental

Biology Semester Electives

• Astronomy
• Forensics
• Human Biology

SCIENCE ELECTIVES

Science Research

• Conduct an authentic science research project
• Develop your experimental design skills
• Develop your expertise with laboratory equipment
• Develop your problem-solving skills
• Develop your persistence and resolve
• Develop your presentation skills (writing and speaking)
• Work with other students interested in science
• Work with an out of school mentor – learn and network
• Explore your interest in science
• Set yourself apart from others

Sample Schedule: Joel Barlow, Grade 9

1 Wellness 9 2 Science 3 Math 4 5 6 7 8

MATHEMATICS COURSES

• JBHS Math Program
• Provides multiple entry points for 9th graders based on

level of knowledge and demonstrated prerequisite skills

• Student/Parents Lens
• College and Career Ready Assessments
• PSATs (8th, 9th, 10th) - Heart of Algebra (Algebra 1)
• SATs (11th) - Passport to Advanced Math (Algebra 2)
• GPA, Total Course Load, and Other Commitments
• What Math course in Senior Year?

STUDENTS IN 8TH GRADE ALGEBRA 1

• Before registering for a level of Geometry

ask – Have I mastered Algebra 1 ?

• B or better on unit tests
• B or better on Midterm
• B or better on Final (Revisit in June)
• If B- or lower...
• Take an Algebra Extension at JBHS
• Advanced Algebra 1 (Alg 1 ½)

TYPICAL FOUR-YEAR PROGRAMS

9TH GRADE STEM ELECTIVES

9TH GRADE STEM ELECTIVES

ADVANCED STEM ELECTIVES

MORE INFORMATION

2019-20 Program of Studies is Online

• Found on JBHS Website under School Resources
• Provides detailed descriptions for all courses
• Provides graduation requirements and course selection

guidelines

Math Placement - Things to Consider

• Math Level Expectations
• Student Self-Survey
• Four Year Program Pathways

THE HUMANITIES

• English
• Social Studies
• World Language
• Music
• Visual Arts

HUMANITAS

• Greek Origins
• Philanthropia : Love of that which makes us human
• Paideia : Education
• Roman Origins:
• Cicero; famous orator and prose stylist
• Active public life and fulfilling private life
• Human Nature, Civilization, Kindness

Sample Schedule: Joel Barlow, Grade 9

1 Wellness 9 2 Science 3 Math 4 English 5 6 7 8

ENGLISH

• Grade 9: English I or 9th Grade Humanities
• Grade 10: English II or Advanced English II
• Grade 11: English III and English elective
• r AP Language and Composition
• Grade 12: English IV and English elective
• r AP Literature and Composition

ENGLISH ELECTIVE COURSES

• Journaling: The Art of

Memoir

• Modern Multicultural

Literature

• Psychology and Literature
• Journaling: The Art of

Memoir

• Modern Multicultural

Literature

• Psychology & Literature
• Writing to Speak
• Children’s Literature

Sample Schedule: Joel Barlow, Grade 9

1 Wellness 9 2 Science 3 Math 4 English 5 Social Studies 6 7 8

SOCIAL STUDIES COURSES

REQUIRED:

• Grade 9: Our Western Traditions
• r 9th Grade Humanities
• Grade 10: American Government
• Grade 11: U.S. History or A.P. U.S. History
• One semester of non-western study

SOCIAL STUDIES COURSES, NON-WESTERN

Non-Western Requirement of one semester:

• World Geography (10)
• Debate (10-12)
• East Asian Cultures (10-12)
• A.P. Comparative Gov. and Politics (11-12)
• Cultural Anthropology (11–12)

SOCIAL STUDIES COURSES

Electives not yet mentioned:

• Madman as Hero (11-12) Semester
• A.P. Psychology (11-12) Full year
• Economics (11-12) Semester

Sample Schedule: Joel Barlow, Grade 9

1 Wellness 9 2 Science 3 Math 4 English 5 Social Studies 6 ELECTIVE: World Language, Music, Visual Arts, Tech & Graphic Arts, Computer Science, Engineering 7 ELECTIVE: World Language, Music, Visual Arts, Tech & Graphic Arts, Computer Science, Engineering 8

WORLD LANGUAGES

French Latin Spanish Virtual Language Study

FRENCH

• French I
• French II
• French III
• French IV: Regular and Advanced
• French V: Regular and Honors
• French VI: One or Two Semesters Senior Year
• Advanced Placement

SPANISH

• Spanish I
• Spanish II
• Spanish III
• Spanish IV: Regular and Advanced
• Spanish V: Regular and Honors
• Spanish VI: (full year and service)
• Advanced Placement

LATIN

• Latin II
• Latin III: Regular and Honors
• Latin IV: Regular and Honors
• Latin V: Regular and Honors

VIRTUAL LANGUAGE

Grades 11 and 12

• One credit per semester
• Independent, teacher facilitated study of languages

not included in the regular curriculum and for which we have supportive virtual language connections

• Two years recommended

FINE ARTS VISUAL ARTS

ART I is a prerequisite for all other art classes.

2-D Courses

• Painting, Drawing, Printmaking, Imaging and Photography

3-D Courses

• Ceramics, Sculpture, and Jewelry

AP Art (Concentration/ Grades 11 & 12)

FINE ARTS MUSIC

GENERAL

• Music Appreciation
• Music Theory
• Guitar
• Advanced Placement Music Theory (Full Year)

CHORAL

• Concert Choir (Full Year for Grade 9)
• Chamber Singers (Audition/Full Year)

INSTRUMENTAL

• Band (Full Year for Grade 9)
• String Ensemble (Full Year for Grade 9)
• Jazz Band (Audition and meets after school)

*These courses also satisfy the requirement for credit in fine and performing arts

Special Education Support: Per PPT Recommendation

Supported Courses

General education courses taught by general education teachers and supported by special education staff

Integrated Support

Small group instruction and support by a Special Education teacher

Remedial/Basic Skills Instruction

Small group courses taught by a Special Ed. Teacher designed to address IEP objectives and improve skills.

Content-Area Instruction

These courses are small group and taught by a Special education teacher

Transition Support Courses

Sample Schedule: Joel Barlow, Grade 9

1 Wellness 9 2 Science 3 Math 4 English 5 Social Studies 6 ELECTIVE: World Language, Music, Visual Arts, Tech & Graphic Arts, Computer Science, Engineering 7 ELECTIVE: World Language, Music, Visual Arts, Tech & Graphic Arts, Computer Science, Engineering 8 Lab / Study Hall / Instructional Support

Samples of SUPPORT

Finding Flow

Thank you!