Students in the ninth grade will take classes in English, math, social studies, and science. Some students, based onstate testscores, previous grades, and teacher recommendations, may take a reading course. Pre-AP and GT students who earned credit for Algebra I in 8th grade will take Geometry Pre-AP or GT.
Other required courses and electives include courses in PE,foreign languageand fine arts. Fall semester of band orcolor guard or two semesters ofathleticsor NJROTC may be substituted for PE credits.
If a student began the study of a language other than English in middle school, it is strongly recommended that the study continue in the ninth grade. If a student has not yet begun the study of a language other than English in middle school, the student must make a plan that will allow for the study of levels 1 and 2 in consecutive years.
Credits-by-exam (CBE) are available for those wanting to place out of Spanish, French, or German. Students may earn 1 credit per exam. There are 4 examinations in Spanish for levels 1-4, 3 examinations in French for levels 1-3, and 3 examinations in German for levels 1-3. See your counselor to get more information about these examinations.
Required classes: English I, Algebra or Geometry, IPC or Biology, World Geography
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August |
__Sign up to take challenging classes such as International Baccalaureate or Pre-AP courses. __Develop a four year high school plan if you have not already done so. __Register on Naviance to help you with career investigation and college planning. __Review yourPSAT results to help you identify areas of growth. |
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September |
__Talk to adults to see what they like/dislike about their jobs & what education is needed. __Volunteer in your community. __Check out career options using Naviance and other career websites. |
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October |
__Start keeping all of your report cards, certificates, etc.. __Challenge yourself in your courses and prepare yourself for post secondary education/training by doing research on the websites and by visiting college campuses. __Attend the district college fair. |
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November |
__Start thinking about your dream career. |
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December |
__Go to career day at your school or elsewhere. |
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January |
__Determine when course selection for 10th grade will be on your campus. __Select courses that will prepare you for your career goals. |
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February |
__Start a savings account. |
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March |
__Learn the difference between dual credit, AP and CTE articulated and dual creditcourses |
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April |
__Do your best onthe state asessement tests. |
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May |
__Determine which graduation plan is right for you |
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June |
__Learn the difference between PSAT/NMSQT and PLAN® Tests and begin to study for these. There are test prep programs on line that are available free of charge. |
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