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Upper Darby

High School

Course Selection Guide

School Year 2011-2012


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Course Selection Guide20112012 EditionPage 2

COURSE ACCESSIBILITY AND AVAILABILITY

No student will be denied access to courses offered at Upper Darby High School because ofrace, gender, physical handicap, religion, national origin, ancestry, or culture.

The courses described in the following pages will only be scheduled if there is adequatestudent enrollment and teacher availability in each course offered. If enrollment is notsufficient or staff is unavailable, the administration reserves the right to cancel the course.Students affected by cancellation of courses will be contacted to make substitutions.

The master schedule for the school is newly developed each year, based on the needs andwishes of the student body at large. The construction of the master schedule is conductedin such a way as to fulfill the requests of the maximum number of students. While everyeffort is made to minimize course conflicts, there is no guarantee, expressed or implied,that every student will be able to roster every request that he or she makes.

Students who fail courses in the first semester can remediate them in either summerschool, at a state accredited school, or during the next full school year. Failed coursesfrom semester one cannot be rostered during semester two. This is due to the fact thatclass sizes for second semester will have already been set.


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PRINCIPALS FOREWORD

Dear Students and Parents,

Upper Darby High School is the oldest high school in Delaware County and one rich in tradition andhistory. We celebrate over 116 years of educating the youth of our fine community. There is a program

for every student at UDHS, the largest high school in the county and one of the largest in theCommonwealth of Pennsylvania.

The Upper Darby High Schools mission is to empower all learners to acquire the knowledge and skills

necessary to achieve their full potential. The Upper Darby faculty, administrators, and staff arecommitted to providing an environment that fosters a respectful community of learners and supports

our comprehensive and challenging educational program.

Upper Darby High School demonstrates commitment to academic excellence and dedication to

improving student achievement. Our rigorous and rich curriculum features traditional academiccourses and the widest variety of elective offerings found in the county. Our comprehensive program

has proven effective in preparation for college, for trade or vocational schools, for the military, and forthose going directly into the work force. We pride ourselves in providing a variety of educational

experiences to meet the needs of a diverse student population.

This course selection guide will allow you to make informed decisions about the classes you intend to

take next year. This details all of the opportunities we offer in each of our departments as they relateto graduation requirements and student-selected courses of study. Students should carry a class load

of four instructional blocks each day. To establish a strong learning dynamic and to meet our goal tohave all students achieve proficiency, we have improved core instruction in several areas. Algebra 2 is

a full block, full year course for all students to ensure mastery of skills and knowledge in Mathematics.Literacy courses are provided each year for students to engage in rigorous skill development and make

significant progress towards proficiency in Reading.

Please take the time to read this guide thoroughly. Parents are encouraged to read this with their

children to make informed decisions regarding their childrens high school career. Please do nothesitate to contact either your childs current counselor or Assistant Principal to help guide you through

this process.

We are Upper Darby High SchoolWhere Everyone is Royalty!

Sincerely,

Christopher Dormer, Principal


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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Choosing Courses and NCAA Guidelines...................................... 5

Guidelines for College Bound Students ...................................... 6

Career and Technical Education.............................................. 7

Senior Graduation Project ..................................................... 8

Graduation Requirements...................................................... 9

Graduation Requirements by Grade Level ..................................10-11

Choosing Your Electives ........................................................12-13

Ability Grouping and Course Weight (for Grades 10-12) .................. 14

How to Read and Use Course Descriptions ..................................15

Departmental Course Offerings ............................................... 16-64Art ........................................................................... 16Business..................................................................... 18Computer Science.........................................................22English ...................................................................... 24English Language Learners (ELL)........................................ 28Family and Consumer Science...........................................30World Languages .......................................................... 33Health and Physical Education..........................................39Mathematics ............................................................... 40

Music ........................................................................ 42Literacy..................................................................... 44Science ..................................................................... 46Service Learning and Special Opportunities ..........................50Social Studies .............................................................. 52Special Education ......................................................... 54Technology Education .................................................... 56Vocational Education (Diversified Occupations, Vo-Tech)..........60-64

Sample Course Cards (10th grade p. 65 & 66, 11th & 12th grade p.67 & 68) ...... 65-68

Student Notes.................................................................... 69

Course Card Checklist .......................................................... 70


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CHOOSING YOUR COURSES

One of the most important decisions you will face each year in high school is whichcourses to select for the following year. What you decide affects not only an entireyear of your high school life, but also your extended future as a student and memberof the work force. Please choose your courses wisely, considering four crucial areas:

Graduation requirements and the required courses for your grade level.

The recommended and required courses for your post-high school career andeducational plans. Prerequisites (courses you must have successfully completed before taking a specific

course) and co-requisites (courses you must take at the same time as a specificcourse).

The level of difficulty of the courses you select. See the explanation of levels in thisbook; each major subject area also includes expectations for levels, following thecourse descriptions for that subject.

Pay careful attention to the sequencing of courses through grades 9 to 12.

IT IS IMPORTANT TO PICK YOUR COURSES CAREFULLY. ROSTER CHANGES NEXT YEARWILL BE STRICTLY LIMITED TO ONLY THOSE DEEMED ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL. NOPREFERENTIAL CHANGES WILL BE MADE TO YOUR COURSE REQUESTS FOR NEXTYEAR AFTER THE END OF THIS SCHOOL YEAR. PREFERENTIAL CHANGES INCLUDEALL COURSES.

Although you will receive help from your parents, teachers, and counselor in selectingcourses that best suit your needs and abilities, the responsibility for these choices isultimately yours. It is your life; take advantage of the power you have to shape yourfuture.

NCAA GUIDELINESAll students considering participating in intercollegiate sports at the Division I or IIlevel during their Freshman year of college must meet initial eligibility requirements.Student athletes should understand that Achievement level courses are currently notapproved as Core Courses and will not be accepted by the NCAA Clearinghouse for thepurpose of determining initial eligibility. Therefore, any prospective college athletesshould consider registering for academic or accelerated courses to avoid potentialproblems with their Core Courses as accepted by the NCAA Clearinghouse. A list ofacceptable courses according to NCAA guidelines is kept by every guidance counselorand can be referred to upon request. Please ask your counselor for advice in these

matters, as some of our courses are not listed with a particular level but are indeedremedial (e.g. Achievement Math Series). For more information regarding core courserequirements, consult the NCAA Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athleteavailable in the Guidance Directors office, or refer to the NCAA website,www.ncaa.org.


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GUIDELINES FOR COLLEGE-BOUND STUDENTS

Colleges and universities differ considerably in their admissions requirements. Therefore, it isdifficult to specify exactly what you should take to qualify for admission to any particular college.The type of schools you are applying to and what you intend to major in can greatly influence yourchances for admission to certain colleges. There are, however, some general recommendations thatcan be made for all college-bound students. It is always advisable to schedule as rigorous a programas you can handle successfully. Taking the most academically demanding courses you can handle isexcellent for further study. In college, you will be asked to work at an even greater level of

independence than in high school. Very often, self-discipline sets apart those who are successful fromthose who are not.

ENGLISHPick your junior and senior electives carefully, paying close attention to their level. AP, Honors,Accelerated or Academic courses are recommended.

SOCIAL STUDIESCourses in the Social Studies department prepare you for many fields of college study. In eleventhgrade, plan on taking Accelerated or Academic American Studies or US History. AP US History andHonors American Studies are also available. In twelfth grade, AP or Accelerated European History, APPsychology, Accelerated or Academic Economics, or Accelerated or Academic Human Behavior would

be appropriate.

MATHEMATICSEvery student should complete Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2 prior to graduation. Studentsintending to pursue careers in mathematics, science or engineering after graduation should scheduleas much mathematics as possible. College Algebra or Pre-Calculus is recommended for admission intoengineering programs, as well as for many business administration programs.

SCIENCEA strong foundation in Biology, Physics, and Chemistry is recommended for college. Anatomy &Physiology and/or Environmental Science are useful additional courses of interest, but should not besubstituted for the three basic science courses. Students interested in studying science, medicine,engineering or nursing should consider the second level of each course or the AP level, if qualified, fortheir program of study.

WORLD LANGUAGESMany colleges have an entrance requirement of two years of world languages. Even if not required, aworld languages can only help your chances for college admission. The most selective schools requirelanguage through the fourth year.

INFORMATION PROCESSING/COMPUTER SCIENCESince most college writing assignments must be typed, Information Processing is recommended forcollege-bound students. At least one course in computer science can also strengthen the applicationof students considering study in the fields of science, engineering or medicine.


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CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION

In todays high-tech society, the possession of just a high school diploma no longer guarantees a job that pays well.Your income and success after high school will depend on many factors including technical skills, the ability tocommunicate effectively, and the ability to work well with others. While these are skills that are taught in all coursesat Upper Darby High School, courses of study related to specific careers and designed to provide instruction intechnical areas can also open the door for future training, career advancement, greater responsibility, and theacquisition of marketable job skills.

Upper Darby High School has six state approved Career and Technical Programs. The Carl D. Perkins Vocational andTechnical Education Act of 1998 supports these programs. The Career and TechnologyAcademy offers six different

programs in which a student can earn the Pennsylvania SkillsCertificate of achievement by completing the requiredcourse work and by demonstrating above average skills on the NOCTI (National Occupational Competency TestingInstitute) test, which is sponsored by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The skills certificate can be placedinto a students portfolio, demonstrating to a future employer or an institution of higher learning that a studentpossesses the needed skills for employment or knowledge for enrollment in future academic work.

Course work can be taken starting in 10th grade. The six approved programs at Upper Darby High School are:Accounting, Office Assisting, Marketing, Horticulture, Diversified Occupations and Child Care & GuidanceWorkers. For more information about which UDHS courses count toward these programs and to fill out anapplication, please see your counselor or Mr. Fortunam, in room 225.

Upper Darby High School has articulation agreements with Delaware County Community College and TempleUniversity that will allow Upper Darby students to be dually enrolled in certain programs in which they can earn highschool credit along with college credit at the same time through the Community College and Temple University.Students in courses with these articulation agreements earn college credits by earning a grade of83 or better in their

high school course. This two year high school/college course of study is made up of subjects that integrate academicand technical skills through applied, hands-on activities. Students taking these special course offerings will helpprepare themselves for direct entry-level positions into the world of work after graduation or they may continue theireducation in a certificate program or an associates or bachelors degree program at college.

Specifically, there are three technical programs taught at Upper Darby High School that offer dual enrollment status.Through coursework in Upper Darbys Technology Education Department, students can enroll in the AppliedEngineering Program (2+2+2) and earn up to 16 college credits. Upon high school graduation the student will havethe option to continue in this program at Delaware County Community College. Upon graduation from DCCC, studentscould then choose to complete their applied engineering degree at Drexel University, Widener University, CaliforniaUniversity of Pennsylvania or Penn State University. Students have the option to transfer their community collegecredits directly to one of the four-year schools mentioned.

Students can enter the work force at any point in the program using their entry-level certificate or skill specializationcertificates from high school, their associates degree from the Community College, or after completion of theirbachelors degree. Students can also earn up to 19 college credits from Delaware County Community College bytaking the following articulated classes and earning a grade of 83 or better: Academic Algebra I & II, Geometry,Conceptual Physics, Pre-School Practicum, Accounting I & II, Microsoft Core, Excel and Microsoft Expert Word andExcel, Introduction to Foods, and Regional and Gourmet Foods. Upper Darby High School has an articulationagreement with Temple University Ambler Campus in the field of horticulture. Students entering this field of studyat Temple Ambler can earn up to 13 credits while here at Upper Darby. All of Upper Darbys articulation programsthrough our Career and Technical Education program earn free college credits.

Upper Darby High School currently has additional agreements with Delaware County Community College, which allowstudents to enhance skills beyond those that would normally be acquired in our curriculum. Through coursework in theBusiness Education Department, students are offered instruction in Microsoft Outlook, Quicken, and QuickBooks.Students travel to DCCC to learn these skills through classroom experiences scheduled during the school day.

Other departments have courses that prepare students for high-tech careers. The Business Education Department also

offers industry certification at three different levels (Certified, Master, and Expert) in Microsoft Word, MicrosoftExcel and Microsoft Power Point. In the Technology Department, students are offered instruction in A+ Networkingand Automated Manufacturing.


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SENIOR GRADUATION PROJECT

In response to a Pennsylvania Department of Education mandate requiring all graduating seniors tocomplete a project in one or more areas of concentrated study, the faculty and staff of Upper DarbyHigh School have developed a five-component Graduation Project. The project is an assessmentrequired by law for all graduating seniors.

The Graduation Project is an exciting, culminating exit program which demonstrates a studentsability to write, speak, apply knowledge and skills, problem solve, and practice the life skills of timemanagement, organization, and risk taking. The five components of the project include a proposal,

an experience, a seminar class, a process paper, and an oral presentation.

Early in a students junior year, he or she is assigned a faculty coach, and attends a coaching sessionto develop a proposal for his or her project. Completed proposals must be turned in by the end ofthe first semester. If the student does not receive an approval on his/her proposal, he/she mustrevise the proposal and resubmit it. The deadline for final approval is April 15th. Once a proposal isapproved, the student may begin the experience phase of the project. Students who complete theproposal process will receive one credit.

The experience must consist of at least 30 hours of activity above and beyond the curricular andextracurricular activities of the high school. The experience can take the form of communityservice, a creative product, or personal growth. As the student undertakes his or her experience, heor she must maintain a Verification Log and an Experience Journal. The student is responsible for

providing an additional form of documentation (such as photographs, etc.). The experience phasemust be completed by the beginning of the students senior year. Verification logs and a double-entry journal documenting the experience will be collected at that time.

During one of the quarters of their senior year, each student will take a seminar class in which theywill write a 5- to 8-page process paper which identifies the reasons for their selection of theexperience, describes the experience, draws conclusions regarding the intrinsic value of the project,explores future possibilities, and assesses ways in which the experience fostered new learning.During the seminar, students will conduct research about the area selected for the experience,prepare audio-visual materials, practice speaking before a group, observe classmates presentations,and learn to rate oral presentations using scoring guides. A final aspect of the seminar class will beto present the portfolio each student developed over the years leading up to their senior year.Therefore, it is imperative that each student obtain and maintain a portfolio, which will beperiodically checked throughout the students career at Upper Darby High School.

The final phase of the project will take place at the end of the graduation project seminar. Thestudents will present an eight- to ten-minute oral summation and reflection to an evaluation panel.As part of this summation, references to the experience as well as the students development of theportfolio must be included. Students will be able to use a multitude of resources, includingappropriate audio-visual aides, for their presentation. At the conclusion, students will respond toquestions from the panel. Students who successfully complete the Seminar/ProcessPaper/Presentation phase of the project will receive 1.5 credits.

This Graduation Project is the culmination of innumerable hours of work by the high school facultyand staff. It is hoped that it will be an opportunity for Upper Darby students to showcase theirabilities in a manner that differs from the traditional paper-and-pencil test.


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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSGeneral Overview by Department

ENGLISHFour Courses Minimum

English 9 ....................................................................................................10 creditsEnglish 10................................................................................................... 5 creditsEnglish Electives 11 & 12 ................................................................................10 credits

SOCIAL STUDIESFour Courses MinimumGlobal Studies (grade 9) .................................................................................5 creditsGovernment & Law (grade 10) ..........................................................................5 creditsUS History (grade 11) ..................................................................................... 5 creditsSocial Studies Elective (grade 12) ......................................................................5 credits

MATHEMATICSFour Courses Minimum

Algebra 1 ...................................................................................................10 creditsGeometry...................................................................................................5 creditsAlgebra 2 ...................................................................................................10 creditsMathematics Elective.....................................................................................5 credits

SCIENCEFour Courses Minimum

Science Electives.......................................................................................... 20 credits

HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATIONFour Years/Courses Minimum

Health/PE 9 ................................................................................................5 creditsHealth/PE 10...............................................................................................5 creditsHealth/PE 11...............................................................................................5 creditsHealth/PE 12............................................................................................... 2.5 credits

ADDITIONAL ELECTIVES or LITERACY CLASSESFour Courses Minimum

Electives or Literacy Classes (see information on following pages)............................... 10 creditsArts & Humanities Electives (see information on following pages) ............................... 10 credits

SENIOR GRADUATION PROJECTOne Course Minimum

Graduation Project (proposal-grade 11; seminar & presentation-grade 12).....................2.5 credits total

TOTAL MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION ..................................................135 credits


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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSGeneral Overview by Grade

GRADE 9

ENGLISH ............................................................................................................ 10 creditsEnglish 9 (0101, 0102)ELL English 1410/1411

SOCIAL STUDIES ................................................................................................... 5 creditsGlobal Studies 9 (0201, 0202)ELL Global Studies (1405)

MATHEMATICS ..................................................................................................... 10 creditsHonors Algebra 2 (0320)requires Algebra 1 in 8th gradeHonors Prep Algebra 2 (0321)requires Algebra 1 in 8th gradeAlgebra 1 (0311, 0312)

SCIENCE ............................................................................................................ 5 creditsHonors Biology (0430)requires Accelerated General Science in 8th gradeHonors Prep Biology (0431P)requires Accelerated General Science in 8th gradeGeneral Science (0401, 0402)ELL General Science (1412)

FOUNDATIONS OF LITERACY (0609, 0610, 0611) (if necessary)10 creditsOR

PHYSICAL EDUCATION ........................................................................................... 5 credits

*PE/Health 9 (0509)

AND

ELECTIVE* .......................................................................................................... 5 credits

TOTAL (minimum) ............................................................................................... 40 credits

* Students scheduled for Foundations of Literacy and Learning (full year) are exempt from PE/Health 9

GRADE 10

ENGLISH ........................................................................................................... 5 creditsEnglish 10 (0110, 0111, 0112)

SOCIAL STUDIES .................................................................................................. 5 creditsGovernment & Politics AP (0220)Government & Law (0211, 0212,)ELL US History (1435)

MATHEMATICS .................................................................................................... 5 creditsGeometry (0330, 0331,0332)

SCIENCE ............................................................................................................ 5 creditsBiology (0431, 0432, 0413)Anatomy Honors (0460), Chemistry Honors (0450), Physics Honors (0440)Chemistry 1 (0451), Physics 1 (0441)ELL Biology (1413

)

PHYSICAL EDUCATION ........................................................................................... 5 creditsPE/Health 10 (0510)ELECTIVES (minimum)............................................................................................ 15 credits

Literacy and Learning A or B (if necessary) would take the place of 5 elective creditsTOTAL (minimum) ............................................................................................... 40 credits

* See more information about electives and options on pages 12 and 13.


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CHOOSING YOUR ELECTIVES

All students must complete 15 credits of electives in the Arts & Humanities. Students can fulfillArts &Humanities requirements by taking any course(s) in any of the following departments: Art, ForeignLanguage, Family & Consumer Science, Technology Education, Music, or Vo-Tech Programs.

ELECTIVE COURSESSee information on following pages about descriptions of these courses

ArtSemester Blocks

Studio Art (1101) (1101L)Visual Arts (1102)3-D Sculpture Studio (1111)Advanced Sculpture Studio (1112)Ceramics (1113)Advanced Ceramics (1114)Computer Generated Art (1121)Advanced Computer Art (1122)Art Major 1 (1181)Art Major 2 (1182)Art Major 3 (1183)

Year courses2 semester BlocksAdvanced Art (1191)Advanced Placement Art (1190) (with

seminar second semester)Book Arts (1103L) Full Year, BlockStudio Art (1101L) Full Year, BlockArt Major 1 (1181L) Full Year, Block

BusinessSemester Blocks

Introduction to Accounting (0801)Accounting 1 (0802)Accounting 2 (0803)Automated Accounting (0815)Information Processing (0804)Microsoft OfficeCore Level Training

(0805)Microsoft OfficeExpert Level

Training (0806)Introduction to Business (0814)Business Office Procedures (0810)Marketing (0834)Marketing 2 (0836)Co-op in Marketing (0835)Co-op in Accounting (0831)Co-op in Office Assistant (0820)Entrepreneurship (0812)Business Law and Management (0813)Travel and Tourism (0850)Personal Finance and Investing (0841)

Computer ScienceSemester Blocks

Achievement Programming (1301)Accelerated Programming (1302)AP Computer Science (1320)

Full Year BlockIT ACADEMY-Web Design (1373)IT ACADEMY-Robotics Programming (1374)

English ElectivesSemester Blocks (no graduation credit)

Broadcast Journalism (0183) & (0184)Print Journalism (0186)Reading and Writing in the Digital Age

(0154)Shakespeare Studies (0132)


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World LanguagesSemester Blocks

Beginning Spanish (0733), (0734)Spanish 1 (0731, 0732)Spanish 2 (0735, 0736)Spanish 3 (0741, 0742)Spanish 3 Honors (0740)Spanish 4 (0748)Spanish 4 Honors (0747)

Spanish 5 AP (0749)Spanish 6 (0750)

Beginning French (0713), (0714)French 1(0711, 0712)French 2(0715, 0716)French 3 (0721)French 3 Honors (0720)French 4 (0728)French 4 Honors (0727)French 5 AP (0729)

Beginning German (0753)

German 1 (0751, 0752)German 2 (0755, 0756)German 3 (0761)German 3 Honors (0760)German 4 (0768)German 4 Honors (0767)German 5 AP (0769)

Beginning Mandarin (0770)Mandarin 1 (0771)Mandarin 2 (0772)

After school programs

Accelerated Beginning Italian (0790)

Family & Consumer SciencesSemester Blocks

Pre-School Practicum (1000)Child Development (1001)Introduction to Foods (1011)Nutrition and Wellness (1010)Regional and Global Foods (1012)Foods and Hospitality (1013)Baking and Confections (1014)Contemporary Clothing and Fashion I (1021)Contemporary Clothing and Fashion II (1022)

Interior Design (1031)Adult Roles & Relationships (1041)Gerontology (1060)

Professional Field ExperienceHospital Component (1051)Education Component (1053)Diversified Component (1055)

Technology EducationSemester Blocks

Introductory Drafting and Design(0913)

Architectural Drafting and Design 1(0914)Architectural Drafting and Design 2(0915)Engineering Drawing & Design 1 (0917)Engineering Drawing & Design 2(0918)Computer Assisted Design (CADD)(0920)Woodworking Technology (0921),(0921L)Wood & Materials Technology (0922),Construction (0923)

Energy, Power, and Transportation(0926)Engines Technology (0931), (0931L)Home Mechanics (0932)Engines Technology 2 (0933)Basic Electronics 1 (0946)Intro to Graphics (0936)Desktop Publishing (0937)Manufacturing Technology (0948)Technical Photography (0950)

MusicYear course (no audition required)

Chorus (1225)Semester Block (no audition required)

Piano Keyboard and Theory (1200)

Year courses (audition required)Band (1205)Wind Ensemble (1206)Orchestra (1208)Concert Choir (1235)Encore Singers (1238)

Semester Blocks (audition required)Jazz Fundamentals (1212)

Jazz Ensemble (1213)

FRESHMEN MAY TAKE ONLY THE FIRST COURSE IN ANY ELECTIVE SEQUENCE.


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COURSE LEVELING

In all of the major required subjects, courses are designated according to level of ability in that subject. Courselevels are indicated next to their description. The appropriate level of a course for a student is determined bythe recommendation of current teachers in that subject area using achievement in class and standardized testscores. Teachers make leveling recommendations late in the first semester and again early second semester.All levels and leveling recommendations are then re-examined late in the spring.

In order to select courses that are appropriate to ability, please refer to the information below.

GENERAL DESCRIPTIONTHESE STUDENTS DISPLAYMOST OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWINGCHARACTERISTICS:

AP/HONORS(AP/H)

Students in AP and Honors courses are expected tobe highly motivated, able to meet the demands ofcollege-level work, and achieve above averagegrades. Students should display a curiosity andmotivation that drive them beyond meetingrequirements.

AP and Honors students will use primary sourcematerial, complete extensive outside reading,conduct independent study exercises, writeresearch papers and reports, and complete a

variety of activities and projects. A high level ofcritical thinking, and writing skills, are required.

Very strong reading and communication(written and verbal) skills

Very strong problem solving ability andcritical thinking skills

High engagement in the learning process Ability to work independently and with

groups Above grade-level performance on

classroom assessments

Advanced or Proficient PSSA scores

HONORS PREP

Students in Honors Prep/Accelerated courses areexpected to be well motivated, achieve aboveaverage grades, and read and write above gradelevel. Critical thinking and writing skills areemphasized.

In addition to reading in their text, students shouldexpect outside reading, independent studyexercises, activities, papers, reports, research andprojects.

Strong reading and communication(written and verbal) skills

Strong problem solving ability and criticalthinking skills

High engagement in the learning process Ability to work independently and with

groups Frequently at or above grade-level

performance on classroom assessments Advanced or Proficient PSSA scores

ACADEMIC(Acad)

Students in Academic courses are expected to bemotivated learners and read and write at or abovegrade level. Reading, thinking and writing skills areemphasized.

In addition to reading in their text, students shouldexpect additional guided reading, activities,papers, reports, research and projects.

Adequate reading and communication(written and verbal) skills

Adequate problem solving and criticalthinking ability

Some engagement in the learning process The ability to work independently and

with groups-may require assistance orstructure

Generally at or above grade-levelperformance on classroom assessments

Proficient or Basic PSSA scores

ACHIEVEMENT

(Ach)

Grades 11-12

Students in Achievement level courses are expectedto be engaged in the learning process anddeveloping their reading and writing skills. Focus isgiven to the skills that are necessary for academic

success. Greater teacher guidance is provided.

In addition to reading in their text, students shouldexpect additional activities, papers, reports,research and projects.

Developing reading and communication(written and verbal) skills

Developing problem solving and criticalthinking skills

Generally relies on or needs assistancefrom teachers

Works best in a structured environment Generally at or below grade-level

performance on classroom assessments Basic or Below Basic PSSA scores

*AP students areexpected to meetthe demands of

college-level workand are encouraged

to take theAP exam in May

for college credit.


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HOW TO READ AND USE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Course descriptions in this guide are designed to provide students, parents, and UDHS staff with all ofthe information required to make informed decisions about course selection. The various parts of thecourse description and the information are illustrated with the example course offering below:

ACCOUNTING 2 0803Semester Block, 5 CreditsAccel/Acad; Weight 2Grades 10-12Prerequisite: Accounting 1Prepares the student for entry-level accountingpositions and provides a foundation for further study.Course work includes departmental accounting,adjustments, partnerships, budgetary controls,corporate accounting, inventory costing methods, plantassets, and depreciation. Spreadsheet programs,

Internet activities and automated business simulationswill provide the students with the necessary technology.Students will travel to DCCC for an introduction toQuickBooks. Students selecting this course are requiredto provide partial payment for an accounting workbook.

GLOSSARY

Semester--Upper Darby High Schools school year is semester based. A semester is of a school year. Generally,fall semester is September through January. Spring Semester is February through June.

Block ---Each school day is divided into 5 blocks. Generally, students have 4 blocks each semester with classes,with the 5th block devoted to lunch and graderoom.

Seminar--Some courses are offered as a Semester Block + Seminar. A seminar is one period ( of a block) inlength and typically is scheduled in the middle of the day (block 3 or block 4). Often, seminars replacegraderoom and/or lunch in a students schedule.

Credit--Each course is worth a certain number of credits. Generally, semester-block courses are worth 5 credits.Courses that are scheduled differently may carry different numbers of credits. During each school year,most students are required to roster 40 credits worth of courses.

Level--Some courses are offered at different levels of academic difficulty and are designed for students ofdifferent abilities. This is most common in major courses of English, Social Studies, Science,Mathematics, and Foreign Language. Where elective courses include level designations (like theexample above), the level indicates the overall difficulty and intensity of the course. Students who havemajor classes that are below the level designated in the description should consult with theircounselors to make sure that the course is appropriate.

Unleveled--A course not offered in different ability groups. Not all courses are appropriate for all students,however. Your counselor can help you choose courses that are appropriate for you.

Weight - Each course in our curriculum is assigned a weight, which represents the academic challenge of thecourse. The higher the courses weight, the more quality points a student receives for his/her final gradein the course.

Prerequisite--A prerequisite is a course that a student must have COMPLETED before being eligible for anothercourse.

Co-requisite--A co-requisite is a course that does not necessarily have to be completed before a student is eligibleto enroll in a course, but must be rostered in the same academic year if not already completed.

Courseschedulingconfiguration

and creditvalue

Academic Level (if assigned or suggested) andClass Rank Weight assigned to this course (seeglossary below)

Other important notes appearafter the course description andare printed in italics.

Grade restrictions (ifany), prerequisite andco-requisite information(see glossary below),and other importantinformation appears in

italics before the coursedescription.

Course descriptionUsefulinformation about the

content of the course iscontained here. Be surethat elective choices areinteresting to you and willserve you in your future.

Course name and course number appear inbold at the beginning of the course description.(Course number is used primarily for

scheduling purposes.)


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DEPARTMENTAL COURSE OFFERINGS

ART DEPARTMENT COURSE OFFERINGS

The Art Department course curriculum is organized in a two-year rotation. Each time a student takes a course,individual projects and areas emphasized will vary. An asterisk (*) will indicate a course that can be taken ONLY ONCE,two asterisks (**) will indicate a course that may be taken TWICE to provide greater depth of study.

STUDIO ART 1101** 1101LSemester Block, Lunchtime elective, 5 CreditsUnleveled; Weight 3This course uses the elements and principles of art asthe basis of instruction. Fundamental techniques ofdrawing, painting, printmaking, construction andsculpture, lettering, and art appreciation are presentedas they relate to an art history timeline. Odd-numberedyears will cover ancient art history to the Renaissance.Even-numbered years will cover the Renaissance to thepresent. The historical content studied addresses majorworld cultures and art forms. Students may elect thiscourse twice during high school, but not during thesame year.

VISUAL ARTS 1102**Semester Block, 5 CreditsUnleveled; Weight 3Using a variety of different cultures and time periods inArt History, this course explores the creative process, aswell as the importance of art in the world. Projects indrawing, painting, ceramics and other materials willfocus on developing the hands-on skills needed tocreate it. Students may elect this course twice during

high school, but not during the same year.

BOOK ARTS 1103 L*Full Year lunchtime elective, 5 CreditsUnleveled; Weight 3The Book Arts Course is designed to cover variousperiods in Art History related to the Art of Bookmaking.Students will be keeping a sketchbook/journal whileexploring printmaking and other surface techniques tovisually produce their own manuscript. In addition,students will engage in the art of bookbinding andmaking narrative art, in order to visually interpretcurrent events that impact their daily lives.

3D SCULPTURE STUDIO 1111**Semester Block, 5 CreditsUnleveled; Weight 3This course will use the elements and principles of artand design as they apply to three-dimensional art (3D)or work in the round. Fundamentals of additive andsubtractive sculptural techniques and constructionforms will be explored. Students may elect this coursetwice during high school, but not during the sameyear.

ADVANCED SCULPTURE STUDIO 1112*Semester Block, 5 CreditsUnleveled; Weight 2Prerequisite: 3D Sculpture StudioTeacher recommendation requiredThis course expands on the foundation skills learned in3D Sculpture Studio. An in-depth exploration of agreater variety of media and techniques will be used.The emphasis will be on production of portfolio-qualityceramic and sculptural works.

CERAMICS 1113*Semester Block, 5 Credits

Unleveled; Weight 3Students with a serious interest in ceramics have theopportunity to work in clay for a full semester,developing basic hand building, casting, and throwingskills. Students will investigate surface decorationusing glazes and color slips. Project ideas will comefrom exploration into ceramic history, form, andfunction.


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BUSINESS EDUCATION DEPARTMENT COURSE OFFERINGS

INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING 0801Semester Block, 5 CreditsAcad/Ach; Weight 3This course introduces students to many of the financialskills necessary to successfully run a household, as well

as basic business skills. Topics include: writing andrecording checks for both business and personal accountsincluding reconciling checking accounts; banking,including selecting an account, and depositing andwithdrawing funds; budgeting for individuals, familiesand businesses; and activities encountered in cashiering,retail sales, purchasing and payroll. The course providesan excellent foundation for Accounting I and may not betaken by students who have passed Accounting I. Asupplemental fee will be charged for the workbookused in this course. This is an introductory course; it isstrongly recommended that Accelerated students andstrong Academic students enroll in Accounting I ratherthan Introduction to Accounting.

ACCOUNTING 1 0802Semester Block, 5 CreditsAccel/Acad; Weight 2Grades 10-12This course provides an understanding of basicaccounting concepts in preparation for employment orfurther study. The student learns to classify and recordfinancial information. Upon completion of the course,the student should be able to maintain a set of books fora service business organized as a proprietorship and for amerchandising business organized as a partnership.

The student should also have acquired life skills forpersonal business use. The course will also includespreadsheetapplications and Internet activities.

ACCOUNTING 2 0803Semester Block, 5 CreditsAccel/Acad; Weight 1Grades 10-12Prerequisite: Accounting 1Prepares the student for entry-level accountingpositions and provides a foundation for further study.Course work includes departmental accounting,adjustments, partnerships, budgetary controls,corporate accounting, inventory costing methods, plantassets, and depreciation. Spreadsheet programs,Internet activities and automated business simulationswill provide the students with the necessary technology.

Students may travel to DCCC for an introduction toQuickBooks. Students selecting this course are requiredto provide partial payment for an accounting workbook.3 Credits from DCCC may be obtained upon completionof this course.


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MARKETING 0834Semester Block, 5 CreditsAcad/Ach; Weight 2Grades 10-12This course is designed to offer students an opportunityto gain an understanding of the many positions availablein marketing. Students will gain a business backgroundwhile studying the various areas of marketing: fashionmerchandising; financial services marketing; hospitalityand tourism; advertising and visual merchandising; retailmerchandising; and entrepreneurship. Computer-basedlearning activities in database, spreadsheet, word-processing and multimedia presentations including theInternet will be applied to marketing material. Studentswill also have the opportunity to explore careers anddevelop leadership training through participation inDECA, an association of marketing students. DECAparticipation provides an opportunity to travel forleadership conferences and competitions. This course isrequired for participation in Business Co-op in order tobe placed in a marketing job.

MARKETING 2 0836Semester Block, 5 CreditsAccel/Acad; Weight 1

Grades 11 and 12 onlyPrerequisite: Marketing (0834)Advanced study for serious marketing students inmarketing functions of buying, selling, finance,management, promotion, product and service planningand distribution as they relate to careers inMerchandising, Finance, Sports & EntertainmentMarketing, Hospitality/Tourism, Services Marketing andManagement. Students will gain a comprehensiveunderstanding of marketing and business in order topursue post-secondary studies in business administration.Computer technology in database, spreadsheet, word-processing and multimedia presentations along with theInternet will be applied to marketing material. Studentswill also have the opportunity to explore careers and

develop leadership training through participation inDECA, an association of marketing students. DECAprovides an opportunity to participate in Marketingconferences and competitions on the local, state andnational level. 3 Credits from DCCC may be obtainedupon completion of this course.

PERSONAL FINANCE AND INVESTING 0841Semester Block, 5 CreditsAccel/Acad; Weight 1Grades 11-12Grade 10 needs approval from teacherThis course helps prepare both college- and non-college-bound students for the challenges they willface, living in our complex capitalistic society afterhigh school. This course, with its major emphasis onfinancial planning, saving, and investing, teachesstudents how to prepare for their financial future nowat an early age. Some of the topics covered include:saving for the future, managing investments, investing

in stocks, bonds, mutual funds, real estate, futuresand options, as well as retirement and estateplanning. Using the Business Education Departmentscomputer labs, students will also learn how to investin their own childrens future as parents. Personalfamily budgeting and investment analysis will beaided by the use of Microsoft Excel and variousfinancial Internet sites including Yahoo Finance.com.Students in this course will have the option ofpurchasing the paperback textbook used in thecourse. This challenging course is recommended forall students regardless of future educational andcareer plans. Sophomores will be considered aftercounselor recommendation and teacher approval. 3Credits from DCCC may be obtained upon completionof this course.

HOSPITALITY MARKETING: TRAVEL AND TOURISM0850Semester Block, 5 CreditsAcad/Ach; Weight 2Grades 11 and 12 onlyPrerequisite: Strongly recommendedMarketing IThis course is designed as an introduction to theexciting hospitality industry. Students will be

introduced to various segments of the hospitalityindustry including hotels and resorts, airlines,restaurants, convention centers, sports, travel agencies,and more. Marketing, management, and pricingstrategies required for success in the travel and tourismindustry will be examined. Guest speakers mayenhance this course with information about the industryand possible careers. Students will regularly use theInternet as a resource tool to explore the exciting worldof hospitality. Additionally, computer-based learningactivities in spreadsheet, database, and word processingwill be applied to hospitality lessons.

INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS 0814Semester Block, 5 Credits

Acad/Ach; Weight 2Grades 9-10 onlyPrerequisites: None (students enrolled in Marketing Ishould not take this class)This course is designed to introduce students to manydifferent areas of business. The fundamentals ofentrepreneurship, management, marketing and thegeneral economy will be introduced. Additionally,money management and risk management will be taughtin order to help students become educated and awareconsumers. Word processing, spreadsheets, and theInternet will be used as resources to explore the ever-changing world of business. Students considering acareer in business will learn about the various careerpaths available to them. While many of the subjectsoffered through the Business Education Department arereserved for 11th and 12th graders, this is an opportunityto learn about business early in high school.


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BUSINESS EDUCATION CO-OP PROGRAM

The Business Education Co-op Program gives students the opportunity to receive hands-on experience by working ina paid position related to their career interest. Students should take as many business courses as possible toprepare for Co-op. The faculty coordinator arranges all Co-op job placements. Students in Co-op are required towork a minimum of 18 hours per week at their approved workplace and may go to work only if they are present inschool that day. Students are dismissed after period 7 each day to go to work in a local business. Application for Co-op requires parent, coordinator, and administrative approval.

All Co-op CoursesFull-Year Course, 20 Credits, Blocks 4 and 5 full year, includes period 7 classGrade 12 onlyWeight 2Co-op application required

Office Assistant Co-op 0820Prerequisites: Information Processing and Business Office ProceduresCo-requisite: Business Office Procedures, Microsoft Office Core or Expert Level

Marketing Co-op 0835Prerequisite: Information Processing and Marketing 1Co-requisite: Marketing 2 highly recommended

Accounting Co-op 0831Prerequisites: Accounting 1, Information Processing, and Business Office Procedures

Co-requisites: Accounting 2 or Automated Accounting, and Business Office Procedures

In each of the Co-op programs, the student will interview for employment and demonstrate skills required forsuccessful performance in a business position. The student will learn how to perform job tasks accurately andefficiently and to communicate effectively both on the job and in the classroom. Integration of classroom trainingwith on-the-job experience will allow the student to relate more meaningfully to professional careers. Emphasis isplaced on workplace skill development, attendance, proper work habits, and attitudes, as well as learning how tobudget earnings, open a savings account, and file a federal income tax return. Creating computer directedpresentations, workplace safety, business ethics, and working as a team member are among the many topics studiedin these programs.


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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) ACADEMY

The coursework is designed to provide students with the opportunity to develop a skill set that includes design,implementation, design and maintenance of websites, and design and control of robotic systems. Students successfullycompleting certain courses have the option of taking a series of standardized certification exams providing credentialsfor entering the IT job market.

FUNDAMENTALS OF WEB DESIGN 1373Semester Block Equivalent, 5 CreditsAccel/Acad; Weight 2Prerequisite: Algebra 1Teacher recommendation requiredFundamentals of Web Design will focus on the overallproduction processes surrounding website design withparticular emphasis on design elements involvinglayout, navigation, and interactivity. NetworkingAcademy students will learn Web Design inpreparation for higher education or the job market.Hands-on Web Design exercises will be taught usingprofessional software products.

ROBOTICS PROGRAMMING 1374Semester Block, 5 creditsAccel/Acad; Weight 1Prerequisite: Algebra 1A course designed to incorporate robot design andprogramming using the LEGO Mindstorms, LEGO NXT,and VEXsystems. Students will explore thelimitations of robot design, i.e. mechanical physics,torque and gear ratios, and focus on programmingrobots to accomplish set design challenges. Thecourse will use the Easy C language and explore theapplication of sensors such as touch, rotational,optical and ultrasonic. Students will also write andtest code for autonomous programming of a robot.Students are encouraged to join the FIRST Robotics

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ENGLISH DEPARTMENT COURSE OFFERINGS

English plays a very significant role in your high school curriculum. It is very important that you consider and chooseyour English courses carefully. Be sure to read the Guidelines for College-Bound Students as well as the section onNCAA guidelines in the beginning of this booklet. Your language skills in reading, writing, and speaking are critical toyour future success. Challenge yourself. Take advantage of the wide range of course offerings available to you.

Note that students are required to participate in the high schools READ program. In the spring of each year a list ofrequired reading will be published. Students will be tested on their assigned book when they return to school in thefall. Further assignments will be covered in each of the sponsoring departments.

HONORS PREP ENGLISH 9 0101Full-Year Block, 10 creditsTeacher recommendation required.This extended course is for freshmen who have beenrecognized as having the characteristics of a high-achievingstudent: enthusiasm, capability, and performance.Reading assignments will be frequent and demanding.Students response to the literature will be expected to gobeyond the literal or the emotional. Assignments of aformal nature, i.e. literary analysis, should be expected.Several major literary periods will be featured: the epicpoetry of the ancient Greeks, to the realistic novels of thetwentieth century, poetry, short fiction, and drama.Nonfiction selections will be read and will occasionallyserve as prompts for composition. Various forms of writing,especially those forms prominently featured in the PSSAtests, will be assigned periodically. Formal researchtechniques and practice will be integrated into thecurriculum as well. Language study and vocabularybuilding will be major components of the acceleratedcoursework. Nightly homework should be expected. Theaccelerated student should be prepared for the academicchallenges of a rigorous curriculum.

ACADEMIC ENGLISH 9 0102Full-Year Block, 10 creditsThis extended course is of paramount importance to theincoming high school student. A good foundation in thisfreshman course will help the student beyond theEnglish curriculum. A variety of literary forms will bestudied: the epic, the drama, the short story, the novel,the poem, as well as a series of nonfiction selections.Appropriate personal and analytical responses will beassigned. Special emphasis will be given to the fivedomains of effective writing: focus, content,organization, style, and mechanics. Students will begiven practice in the different essay forms found in thePSSA tests. Students will be presented with ample workin grammar, usage, and punctuation. Vocabulary studywill be an integral part of their coursework as well. Thecourse will also require that students learn effectiveresearch techniques as they prepare a research paper.Oral presentations will give the students an opportunityto develop good speaking and listening skills. Homeworkshould be expected.


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HONORS ENGLISH 10 0110Semester Block, 5 CreditsLevel H; Weight AP/HPrerequisite: English 9 Accel. with a grade of 90%Teacher recommendation requiredThis course is for highly motivated and capablesophomores seeking enriched academic work. Theemphasis is on writing skills and interpretive reading ofall major literary forms: the short story, biography,novel, essay, poetry, and drama. Literature is drawnfrom works of both American and European authors.Students are also required to complete and present adetailed research project. Nightly homework should beexpected.

ENGLISH 10 0111, 0112Semester Block, 5 CreditsAccel (0111), Acad (0112) Weight = LevelStudents develop the language skills covered in English9, with an emphasis on improving the quality of theirwriting as well as their understanding and appreciationof all literary forms. These literary forms include theexploration of novels, plays, short stories, and poemsaround a variety of themes. Required course for allstudents. Homework should be expected.

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JUNIOR-SENIOR ENGLISH COURSESThese electives have been designed to continue theEnglish skills development begun in grades 9 and 10,while giving students an opportunity to correctdeficiencies and pursue individual interests. Althoughcourse content may vary, each course will stress thebasic English skills of reading comprehension, clear andcorrect composition, vocabulary development, oralexpression, and research techniques. In courses basedon the study of literature, students should expectreading assignments each night, the number of pagesvarying with the level of the course. Juniors arerequired to take either American Literature orAmerican Studies. Juniors may take other Englishelectives in addition to this requirement.

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HONORS ENGLISH 11 0120Semester Block, 5 CreditsLevel H; Weight AP/HTeacher recommendation requiredPrerequisite: English 10 Honors with a grade of 85% orEnglish 10 Accel. with a grade of 90%.This challenging course is for high ability juniors,focusing on American Literature from the ColonialPeriod to the present. Students will learn to organizeideas and express them clearly and correctly through

work on analytical papers, a major research paper, andselected creative writing assignments. Oralassignments, class discussions, and group projects willform an integral part of the course. Nightly homeworkshould be expected.

AMERICAN LITERATURE 0121, 0122, 0123Semester Block, 5 CreditsAccel (0121), Acad (0122), & Ach (0123); Weight = LevelPrerequisite: Successful completion of English 10Note: Students who have taken American Studies maynot take American Literature, as material overlapsThis course satisfies the junior English requirement.This course is a chronological look at American writingsfrom the Puritan period to the present. Students wilexamine how American writers have represented andinterpreted the American experience through theirworks. Accelerated is an appropriate course focollege-bound juniors and includes a critical analysisterm paper assignment. Academic is appropriate fostudents planning to go on to a 4year or communitycollege experience, trade- or technical-school and whomay need additional research and writing skillsAchievement is appropriate for students who needpractice with remedial reading and writing skillsHomework should be expected.

HONORS AMERICAN STUDIES 0237ENG and 0237SSSemester Block, 10 credits, 2 blocks/dayLevel Honors; Weight AP/HPrerequisite: A minimum grade of 85% in both

Government and Law Honors and English 10 Honors or90% in both Accelerated Government and Law andAccelerated English 10Teacher recommendation requiredSatisfies Junior Year US History and Englishrequirements.This interdisciplinary course is designed to challenge theacademically talented and motivated student. Thicourse will cover the same material as AmericanStudies, but in greater depth and detail with anemphasis on writing. The required reading in bothEnglish and Social Studies is extensive and challengingNightly homework should be expected.

AMERICAN STUDIES 0221ENG-0221SS, 0222ENG-0222

0223ENG-0223SSSemester Block, 10 credits, 2 blocks/dayAccel (0221), Acad (0222), & Ach (0223); Weight = LevelPrerequisites: English 10, Government and LawSatisfies Junior Year US History and Englishrequirements.This course provides an interdisciplinary study ofAmerican life, incorporating cultural, social andpolitical history with literature and the fine arts. Ateam of teachers conducts this course using both athematic and a chronological approach. An emphasis isplaced on the writing process and the integration ofskills into content material. Homework should beexpected.


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AP ENGLISH 12 0130Semester Block + seminar, 7.5 creditsLevel AP; Weight AP/HPrerequisite: An 85% in English 11 Honors or a 90% in aAccel American Literature/Studies.Teacher recommendation required.This course is a preparation for the Advanced Placement(AP) English exam taken in the first week of May. It alsoprepares seniors for college-level thinking, speaking,and writing. The curriculum focuses on the literature ofGreat Britain and Ireland from the English Renaissanceto the modern day. All discussions and assignments arerelated to a survey of nine novels, three Shakespeareplays, and four major units of poetry study. During thisyear long course, AP English students will complete twoindependent reading/research assignments in additionto the regular monthly writing assignments. Specific APtest preparation will be done throughout the year aswell. In addition, students will be introduced to thekind of literary theory commonly held and debated incollege English departments. AP students should befully prepared to be challenged by the rigorous demandsof this course.

BRITISH LITERATURE 0131Semester Block, 5 CreditsAccel/Acad; Weight 1Prerequisite: American Literature/StudiesThis course is appropriate for college-bound studentswho want to study English literature from its beginningsto the present. Students will be expected to read,discuss, and respond in writing to the works of Englishwriters in the Anglo-Saxon, Medieval, Renaissance,Classical, Romantic, Victorian, and Modern literaryperiods. This course satisfies English credit orHumanities elective.

MODERN LITERATURE 0141,0142(Acad/Ach Level)Semester Block, 5 Credits

Accel (0141), Acad/Ach (0142); Weight = LevelPrerequisite: English 10Modern Literature is an examination of works thatreflect social, political and economic trends in theworld community. This course uses works with themessuch as family, love, and adversity to develop criticalthinking in class and in life. The literary selections usehistoric and contemporary events as a back-drop whichexplains the inspiration and intellectual shaping ofmodern authors. In turn, students use the literature todevelop their reading comprehension, writing, listeningand verbal communication skills. Students in all levelsshould expect nightly reading and writing assignmentsdesigned to increase their proficiency articulating thethemes through written and verbal expression.Accelerated recommended for college bound students.Academic and Achievement generally consider thesame novels as Accelerated, but with less of anemphasis on literary critique and conventions.

HUMANITIES 0171Semester Block, 5 CreditsAccel/Acad; Weight 1Prerequisite: English 10Satisfies graduation requirements in Humanities orEnglish.This challenging course provides students theopportunity to explore our worlds rich culturalheritage. The students will study the great worldthemes through an integrated curriculum of literature,fine arts, music, history, and philosophy. The works ofsignificant writers, artists, and thinkers throughout theages will be examined from the Classical period throughthe Middle Ages and the Renaissance to the modern era.This course is a college preparatory course formotivated students. Students selecting this class shouldbe prepared for a variety of challenging assignments,including: a rigorous reading schedule of classicalliterature, listening to and examining great works ofmusic, and examining fine art, all in an historicalcontext.

RESEARCH AND WRITING 0181Semester Block, 5 Credits

Accel/Acad; Weight 1Prerequisite: American Lit or American StudiesThis course is designed for college bound students whowant to prepare themselves for the writing and speakingdemands that await them in their academic and careerpursuits. Students will be instructed in the most recentresearch techniques and will be closely supervised asthey prepare several analytical and persuasive essays,as well as a research paper. Students will also read,discuss and analyze nonfiction through the use ofcurrent magazines and newspaper articles. Otherwriting exercises include a biography unit and an in-depth analysis of a major literary genre; both of thesewill reinforce the students ability to research a subjectefficiently and to communicate their feelings

effectively.

ENGLISH SKILLS AND COMPOSITION 0152, 0153Semester Block, 5 CreditsAcad (0152) & Ach (0153); Weight = LevelPrerequisite: American Literature/StudiesThis course is structured in thematic units. Each unitwill be comprised of selections from novels, shortstories, poetry, literary reviews, magazines, andnewspapers. An essay and an objective test willaccompany the units. The essays will involve the use ofinformational, persuasive, and narrative forms ofwriting. Students will work on complete, clear, andcorrect expression. Communication skills will be taughtwith the goal of improving personal writing styles in the

context of college writing requirements as well as inclass presentations. Development of readingcomprehension skills will be achieved in response toassigned readings in literary texts and critical readingson contemporary issues. There will be a comprehensivebusiness unit in which students will be instructed in thecreation of cover letters and rsums, job search skills,and interviewing techniques. The student will hearpresentations by several area post-secondary schools,and will participate in mock interviews with volunteermembers of the Upper Darby business community.


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SPECIAL INTEREST ENGLISH ELECTIVESThese courses are designed to satisfy individual studentneeds and interests, but does not fulfill a studentsjunior or senior English requirement for graduation.Students who want a strong background in English maytake them in addition to standard courses.

BROADCAST JOURNALISM 0184, 01830184Semester Block, 5 Credits, 0183Year course, 10

CreditsAccel/Acad; Weight 1Prerequisite: English 9Note: This course counts purely as an elective. Englishteacher recommendation required. This course is runin conjunction with the Media Services Dept under thedirection of Mr. Bosch, whose recommendation is alsorequired.This class is for the motivated and active learner.Students will apply extensive writing skills as they learnhow to gather, record, revise, and edit news stories,press conferences, editorials, features, and sportsstories and tailor their reporting for the broadcastingarena. Students will analyze selected radio andtelevision programs. They will also investigate the

history of broadcasting and its effects on modernsociety. A final project replaces the traditional exam.The students will participate in the actual production ofthe daily school broadcast of Upper Darby Update.

READING AND WRITING IN THE DIGITAL AGE 0154Semester Block, 5 CreditsUnleveled for seniors; Weight 1Prerequisite: American Lit or American StudiesNote: This course counts purely as an elective

A course appropriate for students of all academicbackgrounds coming into twelfth grade, Reading andWriting in the Digital Age is comprised of an in-depthanalysis of selected novels exploring issues related to theinformation age. Students will conduct research using avariety of online and print sources, including, but notlimited to, web sites, online databases, wikis,newsfeeds, etc. There will be a concentrated emphasison finding reliable information in the digital age andunderstanding intellectual property rights so thatstudents will be able to produce high quality, academicwriting including a formal research paper. Throughoutthe semester, students will utilize a variety ofmultimedia software to create dynamic and informativepresentations on topics exploring educationalexperiences in the digital age. In addition, a career skillsunit will help students understand how to seekemployment and thrive in the work places of the 21 st

century.

SHAKESPEARE STUDIES 0132Semester Block, 5 CreditsUnleveled for Seniors/Accel/Acad for Juniors: Weight 1Prerequisite: American Lit or Am. Studies for seniors andsuccessful completion of Eng 10 Accel or Acad plusteacher recommendation.Note: This course counts purely as an elective. A courseappropriate for students of all academic backgroundscoming into 12th grade and for high ability juniorsShakespeare Studies is comprised of an in-depth analysisof selected plays and sonnets written by WilliamShakespeare. Students will consider socialpsychological, and philosophical issues within each play,as well as the historical context in which it was writtenThere will be a concentrated emphasis on the languageof Shakespeare, so that students will gain the ability tounderstand difficult text. Throughout the semesterstudents will read, discuss, perform, and write aboutseveral plays in order to gain valuable insight into coreliterary elements such as characterization, plot, setting,and language. Plays will be selected from ShakespeareComedies, Histories and Tragedies, as well as selectedsonnets. Instruction and assessment will mainly be basedon a students performance and participation. Themajority of the courses analysis and interpretation wil

be approached in this manner, ensuring that students areconstantly participating in the class and interacting withthe text on a number of levels. The writing componenof this course requires that all students have prioknowledge of essay structure and basic grammaticaconventions.


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ELL Reading: 1465A/1465B

(A for smester1 and B for semester 2)Full-Year Block, 10 Credits for semester A and B

This course is for lower ability level ELL students (1-2) who

need more assistance than can be provided in a

mainstreamed Reading course.

CONTENT AREAELL PRE-ALGEBRA 1414ASemester Block course, 5 CreditsThis course is designed for identified ELL students. Thiscourse will complete the development of the studentsfundamental mathematical background, preparing them toenter the core, high school math courses. This course willfocus on mastery of fundamental skills and concepts neededto enter Algebra 1.

ELL ALGEBRA 1 1414BSemester Block course, 5 CreditsThis course concentrates on linear mathematics as well asformal conceptual development of linearity, slope,

intercepts, and linear functions. It also includes theintroduction of concepts, such as quadratic functions, thatwill be further developed in Algebra 2. This courseemphasizes learning by doing as classrooms are designed tobe student centered with students working collaboratively tosolve problems and analyze situations. This course integratesthe use of graphing calculators and computers to supportstudents as they master the algebraic tools to solve problems.

ELL BIOLOGY 0413Semester Block course, 5 CreditsFor students who are not ready to be in Biology classes. Theclass focuses on basic skills and concepts associated withBiology. Students will practice taking notes in the content

area, while also doing lab experiments to provide more of ahands-on approach.

ELL US HISTORY 0235Semester Block course, 5 CreditsDesigned for beginning ELLs who do not possess language orfluency skills to enter US History. Students are provided withthe opportunity to work on computers to complete workunder the guidance of teachers. ELL teachers push into thisclass to provide support.

PEER TUTORING

ELL PEER TUTORING FOR FUNDAMENTALS OF LEARNING0698, 0699Semester Block (0698), 5 Credits, Graderoom Option(0699), 5 credits, period 6 full year No Weight, Grade P/FAs a volunteer tutor, you will help students who have hadlimited formal education and are often unfamiliar withAmerican customs, expressions, and schoolbehavior/requirements. You will be helping to reinforcevocabulary, concepts, and comprehension skills they will havelearned in class. Depending on the block assignment, youmay be assisting in Language Arts or Math. You will work withstudents individually or in small groups, design teachingmaterials, and serve as a teachers aide in classes for thesestudents.

ELL PEER TUTORING 1499Semester Block, 5 Credits, Unleveled, Weight 2Instructor recommendation requiredAs a volunteer English Language Learners tutor, you wilhelp newly arrived foreign students learn to speak Englishand become acquainted with American customs andculture, will design teaching materials, and will serve asthe teachers aide in ELL. See the ELL instructor in Room214 with your course card for the teachers signature.

ELL SEMINAR: 1480A / 1480B(A for smester1 and B for semester 2)

This period is specifically for ELL students who take all

mainstreamed courses, but have not yet exited the ELL

program by scoring higher than a 4.6 on the ACCESS test.

Students enrolled in ELL courses can also be scheduled for

ELL Seminar if needed, but the purpose of this period is to

provide ELL service for students in the program that do not

receive ELL specific instruction during their day. These

courses are scheduled during the Grade Room periods only.

ELL GRAD PROJECT: 1999AQuarter Block course, 1.5 Credits

This course is for ELL seniors that need more assistance

than can be provided in a mainstreamed Graduation

Project class. Students who successfully complete the

Seminar/Process Paper/Presentation phase of the project

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FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE COURSE OFFERINGS

The Family and Consumer Sciences department offers and provides an opportunity for students to manage with reason andcreativity the challenges across the life span of living and working in a global society. The department goals are to help

students to become independent in order to balance work and family. Emphasis is on teaching life skills, career exploration,and preparation of marketable skills.

INTRODUCTION TO FOODS 1011Semester Block, 5 CreditsUnleveled; Weight 3Basic food preparation skills are learned, applied andsampled in a laboratory setting. The focus is oncurrent nutrition information as it relates to healthyeating. Consumer skills, environmental issues, foodscience, and career opportunities are explored.

NUTRITION AND WELLNESS 1010Semester Block, 5 CreditsUnleveled; Weight 3In this course students will learn about the nutritionand wellness needs of individuals and families.Students will analyze their individual dietary intakesand learn how to make food choices to best meet theirdietary needs. Classroom activities are designed tointegrate theory with hands-on practice in the foodlaboratory.

REGIONAL AND GLOBAL FOODS 1012Semester Block, 5 CreditsUnleveled; Weight 3Prerequisite: Introduction to Foods or NutritionThe customs and cuisine of many regions of the UnitedStates are investigated and sampled. In addition,appetizers, salads, soups, entrees, specialty yeastbreads, and fancy desserts are prepared using gourmettechniques and advanced culinary skills. Computerand Internet research will be incorporated. Thiscourse carries a laboratory fee of $20.


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FOODS AND HOSPITALITY 1013Semester Block, 5 CreditsUnleveled; Weight 3Prerequisite: Introduction to FoodsTeacher recommendation requiredMarketable skills are developed by the establishmentand operation of a gourmet food and food gift business.Students will learn about and prepare for careers in thefood service and hospitality industries, and for entranceto culinary schools and food establishments. A once-a-year partnership (second semester only) betweenDrexelbrook Catering and Upper Darby High Schoolentitled The Drexelbrook Project has beenestablished and will result in a culminating banquet.This course carries a laboratory fee of $20.

CONTEMPORARY CLOTHING AND FASHION I 1021Semester Block, 5 CreditsUnleveled; Weight 3Creativity and self-expression will be developed bymaking a variety of items both non sewing and sewing.Students will learn the history of crafts and complete astenciling and a decorative hand-stitching project. Inaddition other sewing skills will be learned includingbasic everyday hand sewing techniques, the operation

of both conventional and Serger sewing machines.Students will learn how to use a patter and its symbol toconstruct sewing projects. Other topics include naturaland man-made fibers, clothing purchasing and care, andcareers in the textile and apparel industry. Studentspurchase own fabric and notions for self-selectedprojects. For convenience, a fee will be collected byteacher to purchase materials for each student who isunable to purchase his/her own.

CONTEMPORARY CLOTHING AND FASHION II 1022Semester Block, 5 CreditsUnleveled; Weight 3Prerequisite: Successful completion of Clothing andFashion (1021)

This course is for the student who enjoys sewing andwants to learn advanced sewing techniques using avariety of patterns and fabrics. Students are given theopportunity to study color, line, and design in clothing.Fashion history, personal wardrobe planning, fabriccharacteristics and care, and clothing alterations areexamined. Individual study of fashion designers isincluded as a way of introducing students to the worldof fashion and design. This course is recommended forany student interested in fashion mechandizing, andfashion design careers. Students must provide andpurchase all their own materials for three sewingprojects. For convenience, a fee will be collected byteacher to purchase materials for each student who isunable to purchase their own.

INTERIOR DESIGN 1031Semester Block, 5 CreditsUnleveled; Weight 3Students will study and design the interior and exteriorof todays homes as they examine future housingtrends. The principles and elements of design areapplied through projects utilizing color, architecturaldesign, use of space, energy conservation, floor plans,and landscaping.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT 1001Semester Block, 5 CreditsUnleveled; Weight 3This course focuses on human growth and developmentfrom conception to age three. Topics studied includepregnancy, teen pregnancy, labor and delivery, birthdefects, parenting simulation and responsibilities,infants, toddlers, and adolescents, child safety,childrens art and literature, guidance, and discipline.Computer research will be used throughout this course.

PRESCHOOL PRACTICUM 1000Semester Block, 5 CreditsWeight 1Grades 11 and 12 onlyStudents who request this course are subject toadministrative approval.Teaching and providing positive guidance of preschoolchildren in an organized nursery school program arethe focus of this course. Students are required to planand present a themed lesson for the children.Parenting skills are learned in seminar classes andpracticed in the nursery school lab. This course helpsprepare students for future roles as parents and

teachers.

BAKING AND CONFECTIONS 1014Semester Block, 5 CreditsUnleveled; Weight 3Prerequisite: Introduction to FoodsTeacher recommendation requiredStudents will focus on basic methods and techniques to cvariety of baked products and confections including bpastries, plated desserts, and candies. Evaluating pquality, experiencing marketing skills that include advecost, profit management, packaging, computer accountingand distribution are practiced. Career opportunities aexplored. A once-a-year partnership (second semesterbetween Drexelbrook Catering and Upper Darby High

entitled The Drexelbrook Project has been established aresult in a culminating banquet. This course carries a labofee of $20.

ADULT ROLES AND RELATIONSHIPS 1041Semester Block, 5 CreditsUnleveled; Weight 3Grades 11 and 12 onlySkills for independent living and for developingwork and personal relationships are studied.Decision-making techniques are applied to careerchoice, housing, money management, car buying,dating, marriage, aging, and stress management.


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GERONTOLOGY 1060Semester Block, 5 CreditsWeight 2Grades 11 and 12 onlyStudents acquire basic knowledge of the physical,social, and psychological aspects of the agingprocess. Experience will be gained from interactingwith older citizens. Students will become aware oftechnology being developed that enhancesindependent living and prolonged health. Rapidlyexpanding career opportunities servicing the elderlyare explored and community service is included.

PROFESSIONAL FIELD EXPERIENCE 1051, 1053Semester Block, 5 CreditsWeight 1 and 2Grade 12 onlyProfessional Field Experience provides responsibleseniors with the opportunity to spend part of theirschool day as an unpaid intern/observer in theprofessional career area of their choice. Students alsoattend a weekly academic seminar run by theProfessional Field Experience coordinator. Varioustopics will be covered each week using the computer asa learning tool. Students must apply and be accepted

into this program. Good attendance, character, andacademic standing are essential. Weight 1 will requireadvance course work. The areas most commonlypursued by our students are:

Hospital Component 1051Weight 1 and 2Students interested in a future in allied health/healthcare (e.g. surgery, nursing, respiratory, physical oroccupational therapy, lab technician, radiology, orpharmacy) gain exposure by rotating as an unpaidparticipant/observer in various departments atDelaware County Memorial Hospital. Students must bein good health, purchase a uniform, and have healthinsurance, immunization records, a recent physical

exam, and a TB test prior to entry.

Education Component 1053Weight 1 and 2Students interested in the teaching profession, canserve as an intern in district elementary and middleschools. Preschool Lab and Child Development arerecommended but not required. Students must providetheir own transportation to and from the workexperience.


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WORLD LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT COURSE OFFERINGS

The World Languages Program is designed to develop a students proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading and writing alanguage that is not his/her native tongue.

The world languages sequence for students who completed the middle school program begins with French 1, German 1, orSpanish 1. Students without middle school experience must first take Beginning French, Beginning German, Beginning Spanishor Beginning Mandarin and then may continue with French 1, German 1, Spanish 1, or Mandarin 1.

ACCELERATED BEGINNING SPANISH 0733ACADEMIC BEGINNING SPANISH 0734Semester Block, 5 CreditsThis course is for students who have never studiedSpanish. Students who have satisfactorily completed

seventh and eighth grade Spanish may not take thiscourse.Students will learn to understand spoken Spanish, willspeak Spanish, and will read and write any Spanish thatcan be produced orally. The topics to be covered includetalking about oneself, school, leisure activities, food,family, shopping, and vacations. The present tense isfeatured.

ACCELERATED SPANISH 1 0731ACADEMIC SPANISH 1 0732Semester Block, 5 CreditsPrerequisite: a minimum grade of 75% in either8th grade Spanish or Beginning Spanish.

The listening, speaking, reading, and writing skillspreviously introduced will be briefly reviewed andthen further developed. The topics to be coveredinclude your home, health, your past, televisionand movies, going to a restaurant, ecology, andparties. The present and preterite tenses arefeatured.


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ACCELERATED SPANISH 2 0735ACADEMIC SPANISH 2 0736Semester Block, 5 CreditsPrerequisite: a minimum grade of 75% in Spanish 1Teacher recommendation requiredThis course is for students who have successfully completedSpanish 1. Students will begin to broaden and refine theirlistening, speaking, reading and writing skills through theexpansion of vocabulary, grammar, and cultural situations.The themes covered in Spanish 1 are revisited at a moreadvanced level and the following topics are added: dailyroutine, fashion and clothing, sports and other pastimes,growing up, and holidays. The preterite and imperfecttenses are featured. Spanish is used in the classroom.

HONORS SPANISH 3 0740Semester Block, 5 CreditsLevel H; Weight AP/HPrerequisite: a minimum g

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