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Octorara High School

Octorara High School. 9th Grade Technology Education. Woodworking – Mr. Mills Metal/Power – Mr. Barto Ag Construction – Mr. Wasco Graphics – Mr. Lauletta Drafting – Mr. Lefever. Tech Ed Format. Nine weeks per class. Select four of the five class possibilities.

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Octorara High School

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  1. Octorara High School

  2. 9th Grade Technology Education Woodworking – Mr. Mills Metal/Power – Mr. Barto Ag Construction – Mr. Wasco Graphics – Mr. Lauletta Drafting – Mr. Lefever

  3. Tech Ed Format • Nine weeks per class. • Select four of the five class possibilities. • Hands on project oriented activities. • Afternoon classes so students can be physically active. • Class selections are based on grades of the previous marking period as an incentive.

  4. Why Technology Education? • Assists students in career development. • Promote a positive self image. • Encourage students to learn how to work with their peers. • Promote pride in their work. • Promote a safe working environment. • Encourage problem solving.

  5. English Courses*Course Selection based on PSSA scores, Teacher Recommendations, and Post Secondary Student Goals* • 9th Grade: Honors, Academic, Applied • 10th Grade: Honors, Academic, Applied • 11th Grade: Honors, Academic, Applied • 12th Grade: AP, Academic, Applied

  6. English Faculty (Cugini)BA in English; MS in Library Science (Bankert) BA in English; MA in English (George) BA in English (Taylor) BA in Literature; BSED in English (Watson) BA in English; MA in English (Imms) BA in Journalism; MA in Education (Heller) BA in Communication and Rhetoric; MEd (Souders) BS in English/Secondary Ed; MEd (Mundy) BS in Education; MA in English; MA in Theology

  7. Electives and Extracurricular Activities Electives Public Speaking (9, 10, 11, 12) Journalism (9, 10, 11, 12) Yearbook (10, 11, 12) SAT Critical Reading (10, 11) SAT Grammar/Vocabulary (10, 11) Drama (9, 10, 11, 12) Philosophy (12) Extras Yearbook Club (Taylor) Newspaper Club (Watson) Debate Team (Bankert) Book Club (Cugini) Academic Team (Bankert) AP Great Book Symposiums (Mundy)

  8. Mathematics Your path to a great future…

  9. Your path starts here… • Fundamentals of Algebra A (then B), or • Algebra 1, or • Algebra 2

  10. Why algebra…?? • Next step after arithmetic… using the rules of arithmetic to manipulate terms • Interpret and display information in the form of graphs and data • Problem solving– applying the strategies to applications

  11. What next..? • Geometry • Applied math topics • Trigonometry • Calculus

  12. Course Sequence

  13. mechanical trades And then...? agriculture animal science law graphic design medicine construction

  14. Physical Education • Physical education establishes a foundation of life-long fitness through knowledge and practice. • Students are instructed on the 5 components of Physical Fitness: Flexibility, Muscular Strength, Muscular Endurance, Cardiovascular Endurance, and Body Composition. • The emphasis for activities is life-long fitness.

  15. Weight training and yoga are two activities which help improve physical fitness.

  16. Ping Pong, Archery, and Volleyball are examples of lifetime sports the students will participate in.

  17. Students will enjoy a variety of team sports including Soccer, Floor Hockey, and Handball.

  18. Conclusion • The goal of the health and physical education department is to empower our students with the skills necessary to be healthy and fit throughout life.

  19. Special Education Department • The Special Education department offers a full range of services and support for students with learning and emotion disabilities • Math • Reading • Writing • Interpersonal Relationships • 8th grade and high school teachers work together to create an individualized education program for each student as they transition to the high school.

  20. Department Highlights • Nine teachers in the department • 8 learning support • 1 emotional support • Six masters degrees • Two members currently enrolled in masters programs • Members of the department are also certified to teach reading, math, and social studies.

  21. Social Studies Faculty • Mr. Butch, BA • Mr. Chippendale, BS, MBA, MEd • Mr. Conaghan, BA, MEd • Mr. King, BA • Ms. Pulaski, BA • Ms. Sherman, BA • Mr. Udell, BA, BS, MA

  22. Social Studies Proposed Course Sequences 9th 10th 11th 12th Honors World History AP European History AP US History AP Government and Politics Academic World History Academic World Cultures Academic US History Academic Government and Politics Global Studies US History Am. Govt Econ or Psyc • Current Electives • Psychology (11th or 12th) • Economics (11th or 12th) • Philosophy (12th) Three years required Four years recommended for students planning on attending a 4-year college or university

  23. Academic Notes All members have been trained at AP seminars in using AP teaching techniques Four in Master’s Programs One member is finishing his Doctorate and has published two books Two members have professionally scored national exams. Other Involvement Student Council Advisory (Butch) Football Coaches (King and Conaghan) Track Coach (Conaghan) Gifted Program (Chippendale) National Honor Society (Udell and Sherman) Model UN (Chippendale) Senior Class Advisor and Graduation Coordinator (Udell) Department Highlights

  24. Social Studies College Credits Earned in 2007 213 College Credits in Social Studies Last Year • 13 sophomores earned 6 credits each in AP European History • 9 juniors earned 6 credits each in AP US History • 27 juniors/seniors earned 3 credits each in AP Government Seniors Graduated with a total of 147 College Credits • 6 students with 15 credits each • 2 students with 9 credits each • 13 students with 3 credits each

  25. Octorara Science

  26. Freshmen Science Experience All Freshmen will: Take Biology as Freshmen Honors Biology students will usually take • Chemistry as Sophomores • Physics or Earth Science as Juniors Non Honors Students will usually take • Exploring Science as Sophomores • Chemistry, Physics or Earth Science as Juniors

  27. Upper Classman Science Opportunity OAHS offers 4 AP science courses OAHS also offers forensic sciences, environmental science, anatomy, environmental issues, & Plant and Animal sciences. Advanced Placement Participation has increased by more than 200% over the last 4 years and average scores have improved by almost 2 points over that span.

  28. Art

  29. INTRO TO ART • 1.0 Credit Gr. 9, 10, 11, 12 • Information about INTRO TO ART • Likes Art, but do not plan to go on • Hard worker both in and out of the classroom • Overview of what art has to offer • Homework/report • Art History based projects

  30. ART 1 • 1.0 Credit Gr. 9, 10, 11, 12 • Information about ART 1 • Needs a “C” or better in 8th grade art or intro to Art with signature from teacher • Draws in sketchbook on a regular basis • Weekly out of class projects and reports • In-depth study in drawing and painting • Hard worker both in and out of the classroom • Plans on taking multiple years of art • Please see Ms. Hudock if you can not get into this class but are serious about art

  31. CERAMICS • 0.5 Credit Gr. 9, 10, 11, 12 • Information about CERAMICS • Needs a “C” or better in 8th grade art or High School Art class with signature from teacher • Needs to be able to attend help classes several times a marking period • Good with 3D modeling • Upperclassmen get first priority

  32. ATTENTION • Ceramics 1 is now available for 9th graders • Need permission slip signed from teacher to take Ceramics in high school • There is a $15 fee to take this class

  33. CAREERS IN ART • Cinematographer • Architect • TV director • Director • Design engineer • Jewelry Designer • And many, many more

  34. Teachers • Mrs. Hudock - rhudock@octorara.org • Miss Roenigk - sroenigk@octorara.org

  35. Business Education Department Stacey GrahamBachelor of Science AccountingMasters of Business AdministrationTeaching Certification from Shippensburg University Amber KarpathiosBachelor of Science Business and Office Information SystemsMasters in Career and Technical Education Andrew NapolitanoBachelor of Arts PhilosophyMasters of Business ManagementTeaching Certification from Gwynedd-Mercy College Picture here

  36. Any student going to work after high school – Our courses prepare you for jobs right out of high school. Any student going to college after high school – Our courses may count as college credits. Any student going to college as a business major after high school – Our courses are part of the college curriculum. Any student considering starting their own business after high school – Our courses prepare you to start your own business. Who Should Take Business Courses

  37. Career Pathways Accounting I & II Introduction to Business (Freshman only) Personal Computer Applications I & II Sports Entertainment Marketing and Management Financial Accounting III (DCCC Course) Business Management Business Documentation Web Site Management I & II Current Course Offerings Courses designated in Red are offered to Freshman

  38. Family Consumer and Sciences Virginia HartsfieldBS Family and Consumer Sciences Kay MinshallBS Human Resources Masters of Educational Leadership Certification in Consumer Sciences

  39. F.A.C.S. I Food and Nutrition Cooking with Food Early Childhood Development Toddlers and Beyond Creative Sewing I & II Foreign and Ethnic Foods Pastry Arts Culinary Arts Childcare Education Current Course Offerings All the courses designated in WHITEare available for incoming Freshman

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