four-year course of study
Principles and Goals
In Developing Courses and Course Work, SLJ Seeks to:
- cultivate a culture of inquiry, reflection and collaboration, where students think critically and communicate clearly
- create a nurturing child-centered environment where students learn through relevant, real-world experiences
- recognize the interconnections of subject matter across academic disciplines
- cultivate a technology-rich environment that effectively integrates educational technology into classroom instruction
- build a connected community of learners, composed of parents, student, teachers and the community at large
- address the academic, physical and emotional needs of our students, so they are able to develop a sense of well-being, self discovery, and a respect for and appreciation of their own culture and those of their classmates
Course Outlines
In the first week of school, teachers provide students with a course outline, containing the following information:
- Course description, objectives, and guiding question
- Grading criteria
- Books and other materials needed/required
- Classroom rules and expectations
- Contact information
| Course of Study | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9th Grade | 10th Grade | 11th Grade | 12th Grade | |
| Language Arts | Reading & Writing Workshop | American Literature | World Literature | AP English |
| Social Studies | Participation in Government/Economics | U.S. History & Constitutional Law | Global History | U.S. History Elective |
| Math | Algebra or Pre-Algebra | Geometry or Algebra | Advanced Algebra or Geometry | AP Economics or Pre-Calculus |
| Science | Forensics | BioChemistry | BioChemistry | Physics |
| Foreign Language | French | Advanced French Elective | ||
| Physical & Health Education | Dance/Sports/Health | Dance/Sports/Health | ||
| Enrichment | Art/Music | Art/Music | Art/Music | Internships |
| Advisory | Cornerstone Project | College Connections | CSI: Community Service Initiative | Applying to College/Identifying Scholarships |
Standardized Assessments
Regents Requirements
- 9th Grade: Algebra
- 10th Grade: Geometry, Integrated Algebra, Living Environment, U.S. History
- 11th Grade: Global History, English, Chemistry
- 12th Grade: French
A.P. Exams
Language & Composition, Calculus, Microeconomics
College Admissions
PSAT, SAT, SAT II, ACT