9th Grade
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
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.
Credit-by-Exam (CBE)
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
9th Grade Timeline
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. |
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. |
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. |
November |
__Start thinking about your dream career. |
December |
__Go to career day at your school or elsewhere. |
January |
__Determine when course selection for 10th grade will be on your campus. __Select courses that will prepare you for your career goals. |
February |
__Start a savings account. |
March |
__Learn the difference between dual credit, AP and CTE articulated and dual creditcourses |
April |
__Do your best onthe state asessement tests. |
May |
__Determine which graduation plan is right for you |
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. |