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 Jan19­ March 20 March 21­ March 29 March 30 May 27 (Wednesday) June 3 (Wednesday) June 4 (Thursday) June 5 (Friday) June 8 (Monday) June 26 (Friday) June 29 ­ July 3 July 6 (Monday) July 24 ( Friday) On­Line Academic and Athletic Registration begins at 10:00 a.m. for current Niles North and Niles West freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Incoming freshmen may begin registering in early February once they have met with their counselor and received their log­in and password. On­Line registration will be closed from 12:00 p.m. on March 13 until 10:00 a.m. on March 30 On­Line registration resumes and payment for all registered classes/camps begins at 10:00 a.m. NOTE: Beginning on March 30th, all registrations must be paid within 4 school days of registering or the student will be dropped from any unpaid enrollments. On­Line Athletic Summer Camp registration begins at 10:00 a.m. for elementary students and students that do not attend Niles North or Niles West. Last day for full course refund (less registration fee) On­Line Academic registration ends at 10:00 p.m. In­Person Academic Registration and Textbook Pickup Niles West High School, 5701 Oakton Street, Skokie IL – 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. In­Person Academic Registration and Textbook pickup Niles West High School, 5701 Oakton Street, Skokie IL – 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. FIRST DAY of Summer School 1st Semester Ends ­ Final Exams NO SCHOOL 2nd Semester Begins LAST DAY of Summer School – Final Exams http://summer.niles219.org NOTE: THIS BROCHURE IS UPDATED PERIODICALLY PLEASE CHECK CLASS/CAMP INFORMATION FOR CHANGES BEFORE YOU REGISTER! 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS General 4 Textbook Pick­Up/Return 6 Driver Education 7 Summer School Rules 8 Final Exams 10 COURSE OFFERINGS 11­15 APPLIED SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY 16 DRIVER EDUCATION 17 ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNER (ELL) 17­18 HUMANITIES (English & Social Studies) 18­19 FINE ARTS 19­20 HEALTH 20 MATHEMATICS 20­21 PHYSICAL WELFARE 21 SCIENCE 22 WORLD LANGUAGES 23 READINESS COURSES 24 OAKTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE 25 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 26 The Mission 27 2 Christopher Powell Summer School Principal 847­626­3065 [email protected] January, 2015 A Note from the Principal Thank you for your interest in the Niles Township High School District 219 Summer School Program for 2015. The information contained in this on­line Summer School Brochure outlines general information about our Summer School program, helps you to complete the registration process, and provides a list of the Summer Academic course offerings and Athletic Summer Camps.
All courses offered during Summer School will have the same grade weight and prerequisites as those offered during the regular school year, unless otherwise noted. Courses with low enrollment may be cancelled, and a full refund will be issued. It is the expectation that all students attend school daily and promptly. Please remember that the attendance policy for Summer School differs from the regular school year. Be sure that you read the Summer School attendance policy before enrolling your son or daughter in Summer School. As a reminder, students are prohibited from leaving the building between classes. We are committed to ensuring that all of our students have a successful Summer School experience. If we can be of further assistance, please contact the Summer School office at 847­626­3060. Sincerely, Christopher Powell Summer School Principal 3 GENERAL INFORMATION General All courses (including Drivers’ Ed) will be held at: NILES WEST HIGH SCHOOL 5701 W OAKTON STREET SKOKIE, IL The start of Summer School, June 8th, is tentative, based on the occurrence of snow days that must be made up during the 2014­20115 school year. Academic students may enter the building through the Auditorium entrance at the north side of the building. Year­long classes (2 credits) are divided into two semesters that meet for four hours per day. First semester classes end on June 26th and second semester classes begin on July 6th. Beginning on page 15, you will find a description of each course offered. One semester classes (1 credit) meet every day for two hours from June 8 through July 24, 2015, unless otherwise noted. Information Resource Center The Niles West IRC and the Computer Lab will be available for students during the Summer School session from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Class Hours Period 1 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Period 2 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Periods 1 & 2 8:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. (Includes a 15 minute break) Period 3 12:45 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. Students must leave the building and grounds by 3:00 p.m. Students are not allowed to leave the building between sessions. Important Summer School Phone Numbers Summer School Office: 847­626­3060 Principal: Chris Powell: 847­626­3065 Deans: 847­626­3066, or 847­626­3067, or 847­626­3068 Summer School Bookkeeper: Barb Giannelli at 847­626­2505 for Niles West and Robyn Caplan at 847­626­2172 for Niles North Registration for Academic Classes Seats in first semester courses will not be reserved for failures. Students who fail first semester courses during the regular school year must register during regular registration dates. Registration for Students Who Failed Second Semester Registration for Niles North and Niles West students will take place at Niles West High School, 5701 W Oakton Street, Skokie, IL, on Friday, Thursday June 4th, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Friday, June 5th, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Payment will be due at time of registration along with any outstanding fees or fines. 4 Course Selection Refer to your current Student Coursebook or pages 15 ­ 24 in this brochure to review course descriptions and prerequisites. All course requirements apply during Summer School. ● All students planning to enroll in Summer School are urged to consult with their counselor regarding course selection. ● Niles North and Niles West students: If a course is listed “for remediation”, then only students who have failed the course may enroll. ● All students are required to take a Mathematics course and a Science course during their 9th, 10th and 11th grade Academic School Year, irrespective of summer enrollment. The Summer School registration staff does not have the authority to make course recommendations for students. Special Education Courses Enrollment is open only to students enrolled at Niles Township High School District 219. Please call the Special Education Department for information regarding dates and times for these courses. Niles North: Ms. Page Powell, 847­626­2341 Niles West: Dr. Lanee Walls, 847­626­2880 Niles Central: Dr. John Frampton, 847­626­3120 Textbook Fee Students who do not attend Niles Township High School District 219 during the regular school year will be charged an additional textbook deposit of $60.00 per course. A $50.00 per course refund check will be mailed within four to six weeks if books are returned on the last day of Summer School in good condition. Transportation Fee Bus transportation will be available at a cost of $100.00 for a 60­ride bus pass, $50.00 for a 30­ride bus pass, $30.00 for an 18­ride bus pass, and $14.00 for an 8­ride bus pass. An 8­ride bus pass is the minimum pass that can be purchased; however, you may purchase multiple combinations of passes, as needed. If a bus pass is lost, students are responsible for the cost of a replacement pass. Bus routes will be available on our Summer School website and at textbook pick­up on Wednesday, June 4th and June 5th. Additional bus passes can be purchased in the Summer School office (Room 1105) during school hours. Buses arrive at Niles West at 7:45 a.m. and depart Niles West at 12:25 p.m. Bus routes and stops are not necessarily the same as during the regular school year. For your student athlete’s convenience, there will be an express bus provided from Niles West to Niles North at 12:20 p.m. A bus pass is required. For possible transportation options, you may want to check with Pace at www.pacebus.com or call (847) 364­7223. Registration and Payment for District 219 Students On­line registration will begin for all current Niles North and Niles West students on January 12th at 10 a.m. Incoming freshmen will be able to register once they have met with their counselor in February. You are encouraged to pay on­line by using Visa, MasterCard, or Discover credit/debit card. Be sure to print out your paid receipt confirming your enrollment. This will be your only proof of registration. A receipt or class schedule will not be mailed home. If you are unable to pay on­line, a check or money order payable to Niles Township High School District 219, indicating the student’s ID number in the memo portion of the check, may be deposited in the drop box located in the Main Office at Niles West or Niles North. Payment by mail will not be accepted. In accordance with Board Procedure 6:180­AP2, ‘students who owe fines or fees must pay them before being allowed to register for summer school. Checks that are returned from the bank will be charged a $25.00 fee and must be cleared immediately by cash or money order, or the student will be dropped from the class. 5 Cancellations Courses with low enrollment may be cancelled, and a full refund will be issued. Students cancelling their registration prior to 3:30 p.m. on Friday, May 29th, will be eligible for a tuition refund less the registration fee of $50 (including second semester courses). Once classes start, no refund will be issued. Students who withdraw without completing course work or who are withdrawn due to absences, tardiness, behavior or failure, forfeit all tuition, fees and credit (refer to pages 8 & 9). Audit To audit a class, the student must complete an Audit Request form, which will be available in the Summer School office on the first day of class. All audit requests must be approved by the Summer School Principal. If the audit student’s absences exceed the maximum number of allowed absences, a grade of “Audit” will not be recorded on the student’s transcript. Audit students pay the same tuition as students taking courses for credit. TEXTBOOK PICK­UP AND RETURN Textbook Pick­Up/Return Textbooks will be distributed at Niles West High School on Wednesday, June 4th, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Thursday, June 5th, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00p.m. Students must have their 2014­2015 school I.D. cards to receive their books. Incoming freshmen and students from other schools will receive a temporary I.D. at textbook pick­up. All students are required to return their books in good condition on the last day of Summer School; those who do not will be charged for lost or damaged books. Grades will not be mailed until textbooks are returned in good condition and fines, if any, are paid. There will be a $2.00 book return fine for any books returned after July 24th for all Niles North and Niles West students 6 DRIVER EDUCATION INFORMATION Driver Education Driver Education is only open for registration to students residing in the District 219 attendance area. Location Driver Education will be held at NILES WEST HIGH SCHOOL. Driver Education students may enter at the south entrance of Niles West, just off of Gross Point Road. Driver Education classes begin on Monday, June 8th, and end on Thursday, July 23th. There is no bus service to Niles West for Driver Education. You may want to consider using PACE ( (www.pacebus.com 847) 364­7223.) Note: There will be no class on the 3rd of July; therefore, Driver Education class will be held on Friday, July 10th to make up for the July 3rd class. Driver Education Schedule Students may choose from three sections. In each section, students will attend classroom instruction, range and behind­the­wheel. Although students must be available for the five (5) hour and twenty (20) minute period Monday through Thursday, they will not be in class for five (5) hours and twenty (20) minutes each day. Students will have classroom instruction daily, but their behind­the­wheel times will vary. Driver Education packets, containing the permit application and general schedule information, will be distributed during homeroom classes in May. Textbooks and the student’s detailed schedule will be distributed on the first day of attendance, Monday, June 8th. Driver Education books will not be distributed on June 11th. Section 1 7:00a.m. to 12:20 p.m. Section 2 8:00 a.m. to 1:20 p.m. Section 3 12:30 p.m. to 5:50 pm Driver Education Tuition The cost is $450.00 which includes a non­refundable $50.00 registration fee. The fee includes both classroom and behind­the­wheel instruction. Students must be fifteen years of age and have a driver’s permit by the first day of class. Niles Township High School District 219 Driver Education curriculum meets the Illinois requirements to obtain a driver’s license. For further information, see www.cyberdriveillinois.com. Note: In accordance with Illinois State law, all Niles Township students taking Driver Education during Summer School must have passed eight courses in the previous two semesters and have a social security card to obtain a driver’s permit. 7 SUMMER SCHOOL RULES STUDENT CONDUCT Summer School students are required to follow the conduct guidelines outlined in the District 219 Student Handbook, since Summer School constitutes the third semester of the school year. Attendance Attendance is mandatory. Parents/Guardians must notify the Summer School Office or their child’s Dean if the student will be absent. If a student requires an extended absence due to serious illness or death in the family, the parent must immediately call the Summer School Principal at 847­626­3065. Students in this situation may be allowed to continue in the course provided they have the potential to make up missed work on their own, without falling behind. Rules for Absences Four­Hour Class: In a four­hour class, students are allowed only one (1) absence. “Unused” absences may not be “carried over” to the following semester. During each fifteen (15) day semester of Summer School, on the FIRST day the student is absent, a telephone call of warning will be made to the parent. On the SECOND day the student is absent, the dean will call home again, and the student will be dropped from the class. Two­Hour Class: In a two­hour class, students are allowed a total of two (2) absences. On the FIRST and SECOND day the student is absent from Summer School, a telephone call of warning will be made to the parent. On the THIRD day the student is absent from Summer School, the dean will call home again and the student will be dropped from the class. Hybrid Class: In a two­hour hybrid class, students are allowed only one (1) absence from the face­to­face classes. On the FIRST day the student is absent, a telephone call of warning will be made to the parent. On the SECOND day the student is absent, the dean will call home again, and the student will be dropped from the class Rules for Tardies Classes in Summer School begin promptly at 8:00 a.m., 10:15 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. If a student accumulates two (2) tardies in one class, this constitutes a half (1/2) day absence from the class. If a student is more than fifteen (15) minutes late for a class, this constitutes an EXTENDED TARDY and counts as a half (1/2) day absence. Students who accumulate excessive tardies as outlined above will be subject to the consequences of the absence policy. Note: Students may be dropped from Summer School for excessive tardiness. Discipline Upon referral to the Summer School Dean, a student will be warned or dismissed without a refund. If a student is sent home due to a dress code violation, the time missed will count as an absence. Student Drops When a student is dropped due to absence or discipline issues, no refund will be made, no credit will be issued, and transcripts will reflect a grade of Withdrawn Failing (WF). See Withdrawn Passing (WP) and Withdrawn Failing (WF) below for more information. Note: Absences or continued disciplinary problems in a class will result in the student being withdrawn from the class prior to the end of the semester and receiving a Withdrawn Failing (WF) grade. 8 Withdrawn Passing (WP) / Withdrawn Failing (WF) If a student is withdrawn from a class before the end of the semester, the student will receive a Withdrawn Passing (WP) or Withdrawn Failing (WF) grade on his/her transcript, and no refund will be issued. A grade of "WP" on the permanent transcript indicates that the student was passing the class at the time he/she was withdrawn. A grade of "WF" on the permanent transcript indicates that the student was failing the class at the time he/she was withdrawn and that failing grade is included in the student’s weighted and unweighted grade point averages. Progress Reports Parents or guardians will receive a progress report during the second and fifth week of Summer School for a 3­week class. Students taking a 6­week class will receive a progress report after the third week of class. Incomplete Grades Permission to issue a grade of "incomplete" will only be granted by the Summer School Principal in special circumstances. If a student receives a grade of “Incomplete” for any reason, the make­up work must be arranged with the teacher and completed prior to the end of the first grading period of the next school year, or the student will fail the class Homework Guidelines Due to the highly concentrated nature of the Summer School program, the amount of homework that a student will be required to complete per night should be nearly equivalent to the number of hours spent in the classroom. Therefore, a student who takes a 2­hour course should spend approximately 2 hours on homework and related preparation work for the class. A student taking a 4­hour course should spend 3 to 4 hours preparing and doing homework assignments for the class. Report Cards Report cards will not be issued at mid­term. All grade reports will be mailed within two weeks of the close of Summer School. Report cards will not be mailed until all textbooks are returned and all fines are paid. Student I.D. Cards Students currently in attendance at Niles North or Niles West must use their 2014­2015 school I.D. cards for Summer School. Incoming freshmen and students from other schools will be issued a temporary I.D. card at textbook pick­up. Students will not be allowed in the school building or on the school grounds without their I.D. card. Students must carry their I.D. card at all times during Summer School. If an I.D. card is lost, a new card can be obtained at the Summer School Office (Room 1105). Emergencies Before we release a student to go home because of illness, we must receive consent to do so from the parent/guardian. Telephone messages will be delivered to students only in an emergency situation. Computer Access Students must use District 219 computers for the purpose of education or research consistent with the objectives of District 219. All users must sign and adhere to the Authorized Use Policy (AUP). Cell Phones and Electronic Devices Cell phones and all electronic devices must be turned off and put away during class time. Noncompliance will result in confiscation, and a parent/guardian must come to the Summer School Office to retrieve the item. 9 Traffic and Parking Rules Buses will deliver and pick up students at the South parking lot. Anyone delivering or picking up students is to use the North parking lot. Security will be present and every effort will be made to ensure the safety of students and faculty. Students who drive to school must park ONLY in the student designated area of the Oakton Street parking lot near the tennis courts. No parking permit is required. Visitors Visitors are NOT permitted in Summer School under any circumstances. Visiting friends or relatives may not accompany a student to class. Visitors will be sent home. Parents/guardians or others who are picking up students must wait for them outside of the building and should observe the traffic and parking rules. Bicycles Bicycles should be secured to the bike racks located at the north (front) of the building; students must take only one space. Dress Code “Students may not wear clothing that would endanger a student's health and welfare or that would cause damage to the school building or furnishings. Students attending classes in the Industrial Technology area must have their feet fully covered. Bare feet are not permitted at any time in the building. Furthermore, students may not wear clothes that distract students or teachers from the conduct of educational activities. The following are examples of prohibited clothing: sleeveless undershirts, lifter shirts, tube tops without a shirt over them, visible underwear, uncovered midriffs, clothing with holes in inappropriate places. Since hats can be considered to be disruptive to the educational process, hats are not permitted to be worn in class or within the school during the school day. The wearing of coats and other outer garments including rainwear is prohibited during the school day, except in special cases.” (Board Policy 7:160­AP) Final Exams All Summer School final exams will be given on the last day of each semester, and all students are required to take the final exam. 1st Semester Finals are on Wednesday, June 26, 2015 This will be a shortened day and students will be released early. The Final Exam schedule is below. 4­Hour Course 8:00 a.m. – 9:20 a.m. 2­Hour Course 8:00 a.m. – 9:20 a.m. (Session 1) 2­Hour Course 9:40 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (Session 2) 2­Hour Course 11:10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (Session 3) 2nd Semester Finals are on Friday, July 24, 2015 This will be a shortened day and students will be released early. The Final Exam schedule is below. 4­Hour Course 8:00 a.m. – 9:20 a.m. 2­Hour Course 8:00 a.m. – 9:20 a.m. (Session 1) 2­Hour Course 9:40 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (Session 2) 2­Hour Course 11:10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (Session 3) 10 Course Offerings Please refer to the Summer School course descriptions and prerequisites on pages 15 ­ 24 in this brochure or in the current Student Coursebook. The grade level refers to your grade as of Fall 2014. Be sure to indicate both semester course numbers if you need credit for a full year. “For Remediation Only” classes are for students who have previously failed this course. APPLIED SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
APPLIED SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Dates Time BU1B09 Business & Technology 1 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 9­10 $200.00 BU1B10 Business & Technology 2 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 9­10 $200.00 BU1C00 Consumer Education 6/8­6/26 8:00 – 12:15 1 10­12 $200.00 BU2C00 Consumer Education 7/7­7/24 8:00 – 12:15 1 10­12 $200.00 BU1C01 Consumer Education 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 10­12 $200.00 BU1C01 Consumer Education 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 10­12 $200.00 BU1C01 Consumer Education * 6/8­7/24 12:45 – 2:45 1 10­12 $200.00 FC1C02 Chefs Course ** 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 9­12 $245.00 FC1C02 Chefs Course ** 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 9­12 $245.00 Credit Fall ’15 Grade Cost BU1T13 Broadcast Production 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 9­12 $200.00 BU1T13 Broadcast Production 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 9­12 $200.00 ET1R01 Robotics * 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 9­12 $220.00 ET1R01 Robotics * 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 9­12 $220.00 6/8­6/26 8:00 – 12:15 1 10­12 $200.00 Advanced Manufacturing* DRIVER EDUCATION
DRIVER EDUCATION (Must be 15 years of age and have obtained a driver’s permit by June 15, 2015) Includes Classroom, Behind­the­Wheel and Range (Monday through Thursday ­ NO CLASS ON FRIDAYS, except July 10th.). Open only to students residing in District 219 attendance area. This class is held at Niles West High School, and there is no bus service available. Dates Time Credit Fall ’15 Grade Cost DE2D61 Driver Education 6/16­7/24 7:00 – 12:20 None 9­12 $450.00 DE2D62 Driver Education 6/16­7/24 8:00 – 1:20 None 9­12 $450.00 DE2D64 Driver Education 6/16­7/24 12:30 – 5:50 None 9­12 $450.00 11 ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNER (ELL)
ELL (Open to students enrolled in District 219 only) These courses are for L.E.P students who have been recommended by their counselors BU1X01 ELL Consumer Education * 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 10­12 ­­­ BU1X01 ELL Consumer Education * 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 10­12 ­­­ HT1X01 ELL Health Education * 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 9­12 ­­­ HT1X01 ELL Health Education * 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 9­12 ­­­ EN1X13 ELL Public Speaking * 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 9­12 ­­­ EN1X13 ELL Public Speaking * 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 9­12 ­­­ EN1X51 ELL Summer Review * 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 None 9­12 ­­­ EN1X51ELL Summer Review * 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 None 9­12 ­­­ SO1X07 ELL Western Civilization * 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 10­12 ­­­ SO1X07 ELL Western Civilization * 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 10­12 ­­­ * A government grant will be provided for this course, including registration fee and bus pass free of charge, for eligible Niles Township High School District 219 enrolled students only. FINE ARTS Dates Time Credit Fall ’15 Grade Cost AR1A01 Art Foundations * 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 9­12 $245.00 AR1A01 Art Foundations * 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 9­12 $245.00 AR1T03 Digital Photography 1 ** 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 9­12 $220.00 AR1T03 Digital Photography 1 ** 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 9­12 $220.00 MU1S07 Guitar 1 ** 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 9­12 $220.00 MU1S07 Guitar 1 ** 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 9­12 $220.00 * A $45 fee for materials is included in the cost ** A &20.00 fee for materials included in the cost 12 HUMANITIES
Dates Time Credit Fall ’15 Grade Cost EN1G06 Creative Writing 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 9­12 $200.00 EN1G06 Creative Writing 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 9­12 $200.00 EN1G06 Creative Writing * 6/8­7/24 12:45 – 2:45 1 9­12 $200.00 ENC13 Public Speaking 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 9­12 $200.00 ENC13 Public Speaking 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 9­12 $200.00 ENC13 Public Speaking * 6/8­7/24 12:45 – 2:45 1 9­12 $200.00 Psychology 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 10­12 $200.00 Psychology 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 10­12 $200.00 Sociology 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 10­12 $200.00 Sociology 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 10­12 $200.00 Law Law 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 10­12 $200.00 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 10­12 $200.00 (For Remediation) EN1F03 Fr. English 12 (Sem.1) 6/8­6/26 8:00 – 12:15 1 10­12 $200.00 EN2F03 Fr. English 22 (Sem. 2) 7/7­7/24 8:00 – 12:15 1 10­12 $200.00 EN1S03 So. English 32 (Sem. 1) 6/8­6/26 8:00 – 12:15 1 11­12 $200.00 EN2S03 So. English 42 (Sem. 2) 7/7­7/24 8:00 – 12:15 1 11­12 $200.00 EN1J07 Amer.Lit & Comp. (Sem. 1) 6/8­6/26 8:00 – 12:15 1 12 $200.00 EN2J07 Amer. Lit & Comp. (Sem. 2) 7/7­7/24 8:00 – 12:15 1 12 $200.00 EN2G02 Senior English 6/8­6/26 8:00 – 12:15 1 12 $200.00 EN1F50 Preparation for Honors English for Incoming Freshmen 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 9 $200.00 EN1F50 Preparation for Honors English for Incoming Freshmen 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 9 $200.00 Elective Courses EN1G14 News Production (Sem. 1) 6/8­6/26 8:00 ­10:00 1 10­12 $200.00 EN1G14 News Production (Sem. 1) 7/7­7/24 10:15 ­ 12:15 1 10­12 $200.00 SU1A02 Reading Readiness 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 ½ 9 ­­­ SU1A02 Reading Readiness 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 ½ 9 ­­­ (For Remediation) Modern World History (Sem 1) 6/8­6/26 8:00 – 12:15 1 10­12 $200.00 Modern World History (Sem 2) 7/7­7/24 8:00 – 12:15 1 10­12 $200.00 Western Civ 6/8­6/26 8:00 – 12:15 1 10­12 $200.00 Western Civ 7/7­7/24 8:00 – 12:15 1 10­12 $200.00 US History (Sem 1) 6/8­6/26 8:00 – 12:15 1 12 $200.00 US History (Sem 2) 7/7­7/24 8:00 – 12:15 1 12 $200.00 * Bus service is not provided for this period ** Course is offered for remediation only 13 MATHEMATICS Dates Time Credit Fall ’15 Grade Cost SU1A01 Algebra Readiness * 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 ½ 9 ­­­ SU1A01 Algebra Readiness * 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 ½ 9 ­­­ MA1A30 Algebra Proficiency * 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 ½ 9 ­­­ MA1A30 Algebra Proficiency * 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 ½ 9 ­­­ MA1A03 Algebra 1 (Sem. 1) 6/8­6/26 8:00 – 12:15 1 9­12 $200.00 MA2A03 Algebra 1 (Sem. 2) 7/7­7/24 8:00 – 12:15 1 9­12 $200.00 MA1A52 Algebra 2 Readiness * 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 10­12 ­­­ MA1A52 Algebra 2 Readiness * 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 10­12 ­­­ MA1G03 Geometry (Sem. 1) 6/8­6/26 8:00 – 12:15 1 10­12 $200.00 MA2G03 Geometry (Sem. 2) 7/7­7/24 8:00 – 12:15 1 10­12 $200.00 MA1G07 Geometry Advanced (Sem. 1) 6/8­6/26 8:00 ­ 12:15 1 10­12 $200.00 MA2G07 Geometry Advanced (Sem. 2) 7/7­7/24 8:00 ­ 1215 1 10­12 $200.00 MA1A05 Algebra 2 Advanced (Sem.1) 6/8­6/26 8:00 – 12:15 1 10­12 $200.00 MA2A05 Algebra 2 Advanced (Sem.2) 7/7­7/24 8:00 – 12:15 1 10­12 $200.00 * These courses do not carry Mathematics credit, but will count as a general elective credit. HEALTH & PHYSICAL WELFARE
Course/Title HEALTH Dates Time Credit Fall ’15 Grade cost HT1H00 Health Education* 6/8­6/26 8:00 ­ 12:15 1 10­12 ­­­ HT2H00 Health Education* 7/7­7/24 8:00 ­ 12:15 1 10­12 ­­­ HT1H01 Health Education* 6/8­7/24 8:00 ­ 10:00 1 9­12 ­­­ HT1H01 Health Education* 6/8­7/24 10:15 ­12:15 1 9­12 ­­­ HTHH01 Health Education (Hybrid)** 6/8­7/24 12:45 ­ 2:45 1 9­12 ­­­ Physical Welfare For Remediation PE1C00 Physical Education 8:00 ­ 12:15 1 PE2C00 Physical Education 8:00 ­ 12:15 1 10­ 12 10 ­12 200 200 * Niles Township High School District 219 students are being offered Health at no charge during 2015 Summer School. Free bus service will be included in the registration of the Health class. **Niles Township High School District 219 students are being offered Health at no charge during 2015 Summer School. Bus service is not provided for this period 14 SCIENCE
SCIENCE (Note: If enrolling for advancement, both semesters must be taken.) NOTE: All students are required to take a Science course during their 9th, 10th and 11th Grade Academic year, irrespective of summer enrollment. Dates Time Credit Fall ’15 Grade Cost SC1B03 Biology (Sem. 1) 6/8­6/26 8:00 – 12:15 1 9­12 $215.00 SC2B03 Biology (Sem. 2) 7/7­7/24 8:00 – 12:15 1 9­12 $215.00 SC1C03 Chemistry (Sem. 1) 6/8­6/26 8:00 – 12:15 1 10­12 $215.00 SC2C03 Chemistry (Sem. 2) 7/7­7/24 8:00 – 12:15 1 10­12 $215.00 SC1D01 Introduction to Life Science (Sem. 1) * 6/8­6/26 8:00 – 12:15 1 10­12 $215.00 SC2D01 Introduction to Life Science (Sem. 2) * 7/7­7/24 8:00 – 12:15 1 10­12 $215.00 SC1B50 Preparation for Biology (12­22) for Incoming Freshmen (Hybrid) * 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 9 $215.00 SC1B50 Preparation for Biology (12­22) for Incoming Freshmen (Hybrid) * 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 9 $215.00 SCIENCE SC1C50 Preparation for AP Chemistry (Hybrid) ** 8:00 – 10:00 SC1P50 Preparation for AP Physics 1 and AP Physics C (Hybrid) ** 8:00 – 10:00 1 11 $215.00 SC1D10 ILS for Advancement (Sem. 1) * 6/8­6/26 8:00 – 12:15 1 9 ­­­ SC2D10 ILS for Advancement (Sem. 2) * 7/7­7/24 8:00 – 12:15 1 9 ­­­ SC1D11 ILS for Advancement 6/8­7/24 8:00 – 10:00 1 9 ­­­ SC1D11 ILS for Advancement 6/8­7/24 10:15 – 12:15 1 9 ­­­ 10 $215.00 1 * Course is offered for remediation only. ** These courses do not carry Science credit, but will count as a general elective credit. World Language
Dates Time Credit Fall ’15 Grade Cost LA1F50 Preparation for French 4 (Honors) and French AP (Hybrid) 8:00 – 10:00 1 11­12 $200.00 LA1S03 Spanish 1 (Sem. 1) 8:00 – 12:15 1 9­12 $200.00 LA2S03 Spanish 1 (Sem. 2) 8:00 – 12:15 1 9­12 $200.00 (Note: If enrolling for advancement, both semesters must be taken.) 15 APPLIED SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
BU1T13 Broadcast Production Grade Weight: General This course is a skill­level course designed to provide students with the foundation skills needed for a career in the video and technical aspects of television broadcasting. Instruction and projects will include video camera operation, non­linear video editing, pre­production, production, and post­production processes, lighting, sound, shot composition, camera movement, and working as a production crew. Students will write, direct, announce, and assemble raw footage into a polished production meeting broadcast industry technical standards. In addition to creating the video morning announcements, students will also create and edit commercials, news packages, short movies, and other student produced projects. Prerequisite: None Note: ● This course meets the Public Speaking graduation requirement beginning with the class of 2016. ● Open to students enrolled in District 219 only ET1R01 Robotics Grade Weight: General The Robotics course is designed to explore the current and future use of automation technology in industry and everyday use. The students will receive a comprehensive overview of robotic systems and the subsystems that comprise them. With curriculum provided by VEX and Carnegie Mellon University, the students will program several robots using RobotC and EasyC. There will be several class competitions with varying objectives using the radio controlled VEX robotic system. Careers in robotics, programming, and engineering will be discussed. Prerequisite: None Note: A $20.00 materials fee is included in the cost. BU1B09 Business & Technology 1 Grade Weight: General This course will cover core business education concepts including finance, accounting, marketing, management, entrepreneurship, as well as computer applications and general technology skills including Web 2.0, Google Apps, Word Processor, Spreadsheets, Presentation Software, Databases, etc. Prerequisite: None BU1B10 Business & Technology 2 Grade Weight: General This course will cover core business education concepts including finance, accounting, marketing, management, entrepreneurship, as well as computer applications and general technology skills including Web 2.0, Google Apps, Word Processor, Spreadsheets, Presentation Software, Databases, etc. Prerequisite: Business & Technology 1 Note: Meets the State of Illinois Consumer Education graduation requirement if taken for two semesters. FC1C02 Chefs Course Grade Weight: General This course is a combination of lab and classroom experiences that introduces students to food preparation. Students will begin to develop culinary skills including recipe reading and scaling, basic knife and equipment skills, and proper safety and sanitation in a kitchen. Prerequisite: None Note: A $45.00 materials fee is included in the cost. BU1C00/BU2C00 ­ 3 Weeks BU1C01 ­ 6 Weeks Consumer Education Grade Weight: General This course covers concepts on management of personal business affairs including consumer law, checking and banking services, credit, loans, installment buying, budgeting, housing, informed and skillful buying, consumer protection, and the role business and government play in our economy. Emphasis is placed on developing personal economic decision­making competence. Prerequisite: None Note: Meets the State of Illinois Consumer Education graduation requirement. 16 DRIVER EDUCATION Open to Students Residing in District 219 only
HT1X01 ELL Health Education Grade Weight: General This is an ELL sheltered course designed to provide limited English proficiency students with the knowledge which will lead to competency in assuming adult responsibilities as a member of a family and as a citizen of the community. The curriculum includes extensive instruction in physical fitness concepts and units on nutrition, mental health/mental illness, substance abuse, human sexuality/reproduction, communicable diseases, and death and dying. Prerequisite: L.E.P. students who read below the fourth grade level. Note: A government grant will be provided for this course, including registration fee and bus pass free of charge, for eligible Niles Township High School District 219 enrolled students only. EN1X13 ELL Public Speaking Grade Weight III This is an ELL sheltered course designed to improve limited English proficiency students’ communication skills and to develop self­confidence in group interaction. During the semester, a wide range of activities is covered. Basic speech skills including organization, audience analysis, effective delivery presentation, and speech preparation are learned primarily through practice with informative speeches drawn from students’ experience and knowledge. Both extemporaneous (impromptu) and prepared speeches will be made. This course will actively address the need for reducing or modifying student fears associated with speaking in public. Student listening strategies will be addressed with on­going emphasis. Prerequisite: L.E.P. students who read below the fourth grade level. Note: ● A government grant will be provided for this course, including registration fee and bus pass free of charge, for eligible Niles Township High School District 219 enrolled students only. ● This course meets the Public Speaking graduation requirement beginning with the class of 2016. DE2D61; DE2D62; DE2D64 Driver Education The classroom and behind­the­wheel phases of Driver Education are offered in an integrated program. Students will complete the state­mandated six­hour behind­the­wheel requirement. Content includes: existing and proposed rules of the road; physical, social, and mental factors affecting the driver; concepts necessary for safe motoring; understanding the functions of a motor vehicle; teaching of motor skills, visual skills, and application of laws; driving emergencies; accurate judgments; and properly­timed correct responses. Prerequisite: Meet age requirement (student must be 15 years of age and have obtained a driver’s permit prior to June 16, 2014) and has passed a minimum of eight (8) courses during the previous two semesters. Note: ­ Driver's Ed will meet Mondays through Thursdays for 5 hours and 20 minutes. No class on Fridays, except for July 11th. ­ The Driver Education fee must be paid to the bookkeeper prior to receiving the permit packet. No grace period is in effect. ­ If, for some reason, a student decides not to take Driver Education, he/she must return the entire permit application packet in order to receive a refund less registration fee. ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNER (ELL) Open to students enrolled in District 219 only BU1X01 ELL Consumer Education Grade Weight: General This is an ELL sheltered course designed to provide limited English proficiency students with concepts on management of personal business affairs, including consumer law, checking and banking services, credit, loans, installment buying, budgeting, housing, informed and skillful buying, consumer protection, and the role business and government play in our economy. Emphasis is placed on developing personal economic decision­making competence. Prerequisite: L.E.P. students who read below the fourth grade level. Note: A government grant will be provided for this course, including registration fee and bus pass free of charge, for eligible Niles Township High School District 219 enrolled students only. ­ This course meets the State of Illinois Consumer Education graduation requirement. 17 EN1X51 ELL Summer Review This is an ELL sheltered course designed to emphasize beginning reading and writing skills, vocabulary development and application, and exposure to high school content area vocabulary. Class will be organized around themes including school, transportation, food, community services, hobbies and high school content class preview. Prerequisite: L.E.P. students who read below the fourth grade level. Note: A government grant will be provided for this course, including registration fee and bus pass free of charge, for eligible Niles Township High School District 219 enrolled students only. SO1X07 ELL Western Civilization Grade Weight: General This is an ELL sheltered course designed to provide limited English proficiency students with an opportunity to develop the reasoning skills associated with the study of social studies. This course examines European History from the age of democratic revolutions to the era of globalization. Special attention is paid to those 19th Century events which have helped to shape the modern world: liberalism, nationalism and imperialism. Emphasis is also given to the two World Wars, European democracy, socialism, and totalitarianism. Appropriate accommodations are made to meet varied language abilities, learning styles, and reading levels. Prerequisite: ELL Global Studies; Recommendation of ELL teacher or counselor. Note: A government grant will be provided for this course, including registration fee and bus pass free of charge, for eligible Niles Township High School District 219 enrolled students only. ENGLISH EN1G06 Creative Writing Grade Weight: General This course is designed to enhance composition skills through the writing of poetry, plays and short stories. The course develops students’ powers of observation and broadens their critical and aesthetic perceptions. Students should have a good command of the mechanics of written English and be willing to share their writing with others in a workshop fashion. Class activities include pre­writing exercises, reading, peer editing, and discussion of both professional and student writing and reading one’s own work aloud. Students may also be required to maintain a journal. Prerequisite: None EN1L09 Literature of Sports & American Culture Grade Weight: General Employing nonfiction and film, this one­semester course examines how the written and cinematic literature of sports not only chronicles the games we play but also how those games are woven into the fabric of the historical, social and political landscape of American culture. Assessments include guided discussion, reports, journaling, individual and collaborative projects and analytical essays. Prerequisite: None EN1C13 Public Speaking Grade Weight: General This course is designed to improve students’ communication skills and to develop self­confidence in group interaction. During the semester, a wide range of activities is covered. Basic speech skills including organization, audience analysis, effective delivery presentation, and speech preparation are learned primarily through practice with informative speeches drawn from students’ experience and knowledge. Both extemporaneous (impromptu) and prepared speeches will be made. This course will actively address the need for reducing or modifying student fears associated with speaking in public. Student listening strategies will be addressed with on­going emphasis. Prerequisite: None Note: This course meets the Public Speaking graduation requirement beginning with the class of 2016. ENGLISH – For Remediation EN1F03 (Sem. 1) EN2F03 (Sem. 2) Freshman English 12­22 Grade Weight: General This course focuses on the integration of writing and reading skills, vocabulary development, and mastery of English conventions. In each semester, instruction is based on mythology, the Bible as literature, fiction and selected poetry. In second semester, the study of Shakespearean drama is also integrated. Throughout the year, students are introduced to a variety of literary terminology and are taught how to read both for meaning and appreciation of assigned works and in selected outside reading. Prerequisite: D or F in Freshman English 18 EN1S03 (Sem. 1) EN2S03 (Sem. 2) Sophomore English 32­42 Grade Weight: General This course focuses on close reading of literature as a point of departure for persuasive and critical writing, emphasizing multi­paragraph essays, development, organization, and usage. The essays that the students read will serve as models for their compositions. In addition, the course includes the systematic study of vocabulary and usage, each of which is integrated into student writing. Throughout the year, students are introduced to a variety of literary terminology. Prerequisite: D or F in Sophomore English EN1J07 (Sem. 1) EN2J07 (Sem. 2) American Literature & Composition Grade Weight: General This course uses a thematic approach to the study of American literature and culture. It emphasizes the development of a variety of critical reading skills and a familiarity with significant American authors. Students will write for a variety of purposes such as literary analysis and personal narrative. Use of thesis and supportive evidence, as well as consideration of audience, is emphasized. Prerequisite: D or F in American Literature & Composition EN2G02 Senior English Grade Weight: General The course is designed to improve students’ reading, writing, and thinking skills. Both fiction and non­fiction works will be used as points of inquiry for a variety of relevant themes, which may include heroism, gender roles, racism, and career exploration. In addition, students will learn to defend their points of view both orally and in writing. Note that successful completion of a research paper is a requirement of this course. Prerequisite: D or F in Senior English ENGLISH General Elective Courses These courses do not carry English credit, but will count as a general elective credit. EN1F50 Preparation for Honors English for Incoming Freshmen Grade Weight: General In this six­week course, students will receive preparation in advanced reading, writing, and critical thinking strategies that will enhance their transition to Freshman Honors English. Students will read a variety of texts and receive intensive training in writing based on the Toulman model of claim, evidence, and warrant. Critical thinking skills will be emphasized through close reading and argumentative writing. Prerequisite: Placement recommendation EN1G14 News Production (Sem. 1) Grade Weight: Honors In this course, students produce the online and/or print student newspapers, Niles West News and North Star. Students report, write, and edit news, features, sports, reviews and opinion pieces. They also learn how to run an online newspaper that is updated daily, including managing photo galleries, videos, polls, notices, and reader comments. In addition, students learn how to market the newspaper via social media outlets, contest, and advertising. Prerequisite: Journalism FINE ARTS AR1A01 Art Foundations Grade Weight: General Art Foundations is a beginning course designed for students interested in exploring art and developing their art making skills. This course introduces the beginning art student to the basic elements and principles of design. Projects may include work in the following areas: drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, and functional art. The class is open to students of all skill levels, and no previous art experience is necessary. Prerequisite: None Note: A $45.00 materials fee is included in the cost. AR1T03 Digital Photography 1 Grade Weight: General Digital Photography is an introductory course to digital photo. Students will explore the basic concepts of photography from pinhole cameras to today's digital systems. Emphasis will be on the production of artistic images using digital cameras, Adobe Photoshop and the elements of art and principles of design. Prerequisite: None Note: A $20.00 materials fee is included in the cost. MU1S07 Guitar 1 Grade Weight: General Guitar 1 is for the beginning guitar student who has no prior musical experience. The student will learn to read music, play melody lines, play chords with various strums and set chords to music. Prerequisite: None Note: A $20.00 materials fee is included in the cost. 19 FINE ARTS General Elective Courses This course does not carry Fine Arts credit, but will count as a general elective credit. DR1A21 Shakespeare for Actors (CANCELED) Grade Weight: General Shakespeare’s work was meant to be brought to life on the stage, not reverently read in silence! The shroud of cobwebs will be wiped away as the beauty, clarity, and violent passion of the playwright is revealed to students through this hands­on approach to Shakespeare. The First Folio Technique and stage combat skills will be employed in the study of the dramatic work of the greatest playwright of the English language. Students will experience in­depth exploration of the tools of the actor: the voice, imagination, and body. This course will be offered in an intensive workshop schedule. Tentative dates and times: Friday, June 6 3 pm – 9 pm Saturday, June 7 8 am – 6 pm Sunday, June 8 12 pm – 9 pm Monday, June 9 8 am – 6 pm Tuesday, June 10 8 am – 6 pm Wednesday, June 11 8 am – 11 pm Prerequisite: Requires the approval of the Drama Instructor: Tim Ortmann (Niles North) at 847­626­2117 or Andrew Sinclair (Niles West) at 847­626­2638 Note: ● Meets at Niles North High School ● There will be no bus service available for this class ● A $125.00 additional field trip fee is included in cost. HEALTH HT1H00/HT2H00 ­ 3 Weeks HT1H01 ­ 6 Weeks HTHH01 ­ Hybrid Health Education Grade Weight: General This course offers knowledge which will lead to competency in assuming adult responsibilities as a member of a family and as a citizen of the community. The curriculum includes extensive instruction in physical fitness concepts and units on nutrition, mental health/mental illness, substance abuse, human sexuality/reproduction, communicable diseases, and death and dying. Prerequisite: None Note: ● Niles Township High School District 219 students are being offered Health at no charge during the 2014 Summer School. Free bus service will be included in the registration, except as noted. ● The three­week Health Course is fast paced, and students must be prepared to spend a minimum of four hours per night on assignments and homework. ● Enrollment is not offered to incoming freshmen. ● The 12:45 section of this course is a virtual (hybrid) blended course and will have 2­hour face­to­face sessions on each of the following dates: 6/13, 6/17, 6/20, 6/24, 6/27, 7/1, 7/8, 7/11, 7/15, 7/18, 7/22, 7/24. MATHEMATICS All students are required to take a Mathematics course during their 9th, 10th and 11th grade Academic Year, irrespective of summer enrollment. NOTE: If a course is taken for advancement, student must enroll in both semesters. MA1A03 (Sem. 1) MA2A03 (Sem. 2) Algebra 1 Grade Weight: General This is a first­year algebra course. Topics include: the number systems; algebraic symbols and formulas; arithmetic operations with algebraic expressions; equations and inequalities; coordinate systems and mathematical graphing; systems of equations; factoring; algebraic fractions; exponents and radicals; functions; quadratic equations; and elementary probability and statistics concepts. A graphing calculator (typically a TI­83 or TI­84) will be used – see the teacher’s rules and procedures for exact recommendations and requirements. Prerequisite: Placement Recommendation OR D or F in Algebra 1 20 MA1A11 (Sem. 1) MA2A11 (Sem. 2) Algebra 2 Grade Weight: General This course includes the advanced topics from the first two semesters of algebra handled in greater depth. New topics include linear systems in three dimensions; rational, exponential, radical, and polynomial functions; matrices; logarithms; and complex numbers. This course is primarily for students with at least average grades in Algebra 1 and Geometry. A graphing calculator (typically a TI­83 or TI­84) will be used – see the teacher’s rules and procedures for exact recommendations and requirements. Prerequisite: First Year Algebra and Geometry OR D or F in Algebra 2 MA1A05 (Sem. 1) MA2A05 (Sem. 2) Algebra 2 Advanced Grade Weight: Honors Students enrolling in Algebra 2 Advanced should expect to move at an accelerated pace as well as in a more mathematically sophisticated manner than they would experience in Algebra 2. Topics include: a review and extension of fundamental algebraic manipulations, systems of equations, complex numbers, conic sections, permutations, combinations, the binomial expansion, matrices and topics of trigonometry. A graphing calculator (typically a TI­83 or TI­84) will be used – see the teacher’s rules and procedures for exact recommendations and requirements. Prerequisite: Successful completion of first year Algebra, Advanced Geometry and placement recommendation. Note: This course is offered for advancement only. MA1GO3 (Sem. 1) MA2GO3 (Sem. 2) Geometry Grade Weight: General This is a course in Euclidean geometry, using both inductive and deductive reasoning. It includes an informal introduction to solid geometry. Students are expected to learn through discovery by conducting investigations and constructions by hand or with computer software. Topics include congruency, similarity, parallel lines, circles, polygons, constructions, areas, volumes, and coordinate geometry. A graphing calculator (typically a TI­83 or TI­84) will be used – see the teacher’s rules and procedures for exact recommendations and requirements. Prerequisite: Algebra 1 OR D or F in Geometry MA1G07 (Sem. 1) MA2G07 (Sem. 2) Geometry Advanced Grade Weight: Honors This is a course in Euclidean geometry which includes proofs by deductive reasoning. Topics include congruency, similarity, parallel lines, planes, circles, polygons, constructions, areas, surface areas and volumes of solids, and coordinate geometry. Second year Algebra knowledge is expected for students to be successful in this course. A graphing calculator (typically a TI­83 or TI­84) will be used – see the teacher’s rules and procedures for exact recommendations/requirements. Prerequisite: B or better in First Year Algebra, 1st Sem. MATHEMATICS General Elective Courses This course does not carry Mathematics credit, but will count as a general elective credit. MA1A52 Algebra 2 Readiness Grade Weight: General This course is intended to increase a student’s preparedness to be successful in Algebra 2. This course will pre­teach concepts and skills of Algebra 2. Prerequisite: First Year Algebra and Geometry Note: ∙ Open to students enrolled in District 219 only ∙ This course is offered at no charge, including registration fee and bus pass free of charge. PHYSICAL WELFARE – For Remediation PE1C00 ­ 3 Weeks PE2C00 ­ 3 Weeks Physical Education Grade Weight: None This is a coeducational, all grade­level class. Each student will receive instruction in a wide variety of fitness activities, team sports and individual sports. Personal fitness is the primary emphasis throughout the curriculum with a focus on leading healthy lifestyles. Student should come prepared to exercise by wearing proper clothing and shoes. Prerequisite: Credit needed to meet Physical Education graduation requirement of a course for each semester of attendance at District 219 21 SCIENCE SC1D01 (Sem. 1) SC2D01 (Sem. 2) All students are required to take a Science course during Introduction to Life Science (ILS) their 9th, 10th and 11th grade Academic Year, irrespective Grade Weight: General of summer enrollment. The purpose of ILS is twofold: (a) to stimulate an interest NOTE: in Physical Science while providing a solid background ∙ These lab courses require a total of fifteen (15) for future science courses; and (b) to give students a additional hours of lab time beyond the regular class foundation in laboratory technique, use of the scientific time. Every effort is made to fit these hours into the method, measurement, and data collection and afternoon at the convenience of the instructor and the interpretation. The use of technology and laboratory students. activities is integrated within the course. Units in the ∙ If a course is taken for advancement, student must course will be taught thematically, integrating topics from enroll in both semesters. earth science, physics, chemistry, biology and astronomy. SC1B03 (Sem. 1) Prerequisite: D or F in Integrated Laboratory Science SC2B03 (Sem. 2) Biology Note: This course is offered for remediation only. Grade Weight: General This is a laboratory course which introduces students to SCIENCE General Elective Courses the study of living things. The course stresses the nature Open to students enrolled in District 219 only of life processes of organisms in their environment. All These courses do not carry Science credit, but will count levels of biological organization are examined from as a general elective credit. molecules and cells to populations and ecosystems. During a typical unit, students are involved in numerous NOTE: A $15.00 fee for materials is included in the cost learning activities including reading, writing, note taking, of these classes. discussions, observation, experimental design, and projects, both independent and collaborative. Laboratory SC1B50 investigations are based on guided inquiry and are Preparation for Biology (Honors) for Incoming intended to provide students with a relevant and Freshmen (HYBRID CLASS) experiential view of the nature of biology. Homework and Grade Weight: General in­class assignments are frequently given. This virtual hybrid (blended) course will provide students Prerequisite: Students with grade level reading skills and with an opportunity to enhance and develop many of the completion of or concurrent enrollment in Algebra 1 or a skills necessary to transition easily into honors level higher level mathematics class OR D or F in Biology classes. Reading and note taking, lab skills, research projects and Science Fair and report writing, testing SC1C03 (Sem. 1) strategies and various management skills associated with SC2C03 (Sem. 2) the Honors Biology course will be explored. Students Chemistry can expect to further develop and hone their current Grade Weight: General skills, abilities and knowledge base such that their Chemistry is an introductory course covering freshman experience in Honors Biology will be stoichiometry, atomic structure, gas laws, kinetics, challenging, but manageable. This blended course will equilibrium and oxidation­reduction. These topics will be allow students to meet face to face with their classmates approached from both qualitative and quantitative and instructor for a specified number of days and class perspectives. Laboratory experiments illustrating many of periods throughout the summer session. In addition to the topics covered are included. It is strongly this traditional approach to learning, the remainder of recommended that students have excellent 1st year instruction will take place in an on­line environment algebra skills, but completion of or concurrent enrollment where students will use available technology to engage in a 2nd year Algebra course is preferred. A graphing with their instructor and classmates as appropriate. calculator is recommended. Prerequisite: Placement recommendation Prerequisite: Completion of Biology or Honors Biology OR a D or F in Chemistry. Completion of Advanced Note: The class will have 2­hour face­to­face sessions Geometry or Honors Geometry with a grade of “C” or on each of the following dates: 6/8, 6/17, 6/19, 6/24, better, OR Algebra 1 with a grade of “B” or better. 6/26, 7/1, 7/8, 7/10, 7/15, 7/17, 7/22, 7/24. 22 SC1C50 Preparation for AP Chemistry (HYBRID CLASS) Grade Weight: General This virtual hybrid (blended) course will provide students with an opportunity to enhance their knowledge of primary Chemistry concepts and to develop the skills necessary to transition into AP Chemistry. Chemistry content which parallels topics typically covered in first semester Honors Chemistry and appropriate lab experiences and skills necessary for success in AP Chemistry will be explored. Students can expect to further develop their current skills, abilities and knowledge base such that their experience in AP Chemistry will be challenging, but manageable. This blended course will allow students to meet face to face with their classmates and instructor for a specified number of days and class periods throughout the summer session. In addition to this traditional approach to learning, the remainder of instruction will take place in an on­line environment where students will use available technology to engage with their instructor and classmates as appropriate. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology Honors AND Advanced Geometry or higher SOCIAL STUDIES
SO1G03 (Sem. 1) SO2G03 (Sem. 2) Global Studies Grade Weight: General Global Studies is the foundation course of the Social Studies program. It is intended to strengthen students’ skills as well as provide the background necessary to better understand the histories of both the United States and Western thought in general. Attention is also given to the five major religions and Eastern philosophies. Thus, it is hoped that students will leave the class with a strong understanding of the world and their place in it. The major civilizations of China, India and the Middle East will be studied in­depth; the course culminates with the study of the rise of western European civilization. Prerequisite: D or F in Global Studies. Note: This course is offered for remediation only. SO1L01 Law Grade Weight: General This course is designed to offer insight into the American criminal and justice systems. This class offers a variety of topics including crime statistics, American prison system, alternatives to prison, factors of crime (reasons and solutions), the death penalty, the philosophy of justice, the American court system, Bill of Rights, civil rights, and due process of law. Prerequisite: Global Studies SO1P07 Psychology Grade Weight: General Psychology is an introductory course in the study of human behavior as it relates to both the individual and groups. This course offers a variety of study topics often new to the student. Possible topics of study include: perception, abnormal psychology, personality, psychology theory, development, research concepts, the nervous system, learning, and intelligence. Prerequisite: Global Studies SO1S01 Sociology Grade Weight: General This course is designed to offer insight into our complex and dynamic social environment. Students who take this course will look not only into themselves, but into their classmates and the world around them to learn about a variety of areas of inquiry. Some of these topics include the nature of culture (both locally and globally), conformity and deviance, social structure, and socialization. This course also includes a study of selected social problems such as prejudice and discrimination, crime and poverty. Prerequisite: Global Studies 23 SO1U03 (Sem. 1) SO2U03 (Sem. 2) United States History Grade Weight: General This course is a study of the people and forces that have shaped American History. The focus in this class is placed on the 20th Century and stresses the development of American institutions and the problems arising from the diversity of values and interests that are inherent in our society. This course satisfies the state requirement that United States History be taught in all accredited high schools and prepares the student for the state­required test on the American Declaration of Independence, the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Illinois. Prerequisite: D or F in US History Note: This course is offered for remediation only. SO1W03 Western Civilization Grade Weight: General This course examines European History from the age of democratic revolutions to the era of globalization. Special attention is paid to those 19th century events which have helped to shape the modern world: liberalism, nationalism and imperialism. Emphasis is also given to the two World Wars, European democracy, socialism and totalitarianism. Prerequisite: Modern World History OR D or F in Western Civilization Note: This course is offered for remediation only. WORLD LANGUAGES LA1F50 Preparation for French 4 Honors and French AP (HYBRID CLASS) Grade Weight: General This course is designed for any student who wants to prepare for either French 4 Honors or French AP. The French 3 curriculum will be reviewed, and course activities will reinforce critical study skills, grammatical concepts and vocabulary necessary for success. Exceptional performance in this course may qualify a student for a placement change when school convenes in the fall. Prerequisite: French 3, French 3 Honors or placement recommendation Note: The class will have 2­hour face­to­face sessions on each of the following dates: 6/8, 6/17, 6/19, 6/24, 6/26, 7/1, 7/8, 7/10, 7/15, 7/17, 6/262, 6/264. LA1S03 (Sem. 1) LA2S03 (Sem. 2) Spanish 1 Grade Weight: General The course treats all language learning skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students learn to manipulate structural patterns of Spanish with the primary goal being the understanding and production of the written and spoken language. Class activities include preparation of dialogues, question/answer exchanges, oral proficiency sessions, and the completion of written exercises. Audio­visual materials and computer software reinforce the linguistic and culture outcomes of the course. Cultural topics focus both on Latin America and Spain. This course prepares students for Spanish 2. Prerequisite: No prior instruction in Spanish OR the equivalent of one or more years of junior high Spanish with a grade of “C” or lower Note: If the course is taken for advancement, student must enroll in both semesters. 24 The D219 High School Readiness Program is specifically designed to help students prepare for success in high school and beyond. Student test scores are used as an indicator as to the need to attend summer school in order to attain High School Readiness benchmarks. Summer School will also serve to better prepare incoming freshmen for success in meeting grade­level expectations over the next four years and achieving College Readiness Benchmarks as summer course work can dramatically increase a student’s chances for success in the fall. READINESS COURSES (Open to incoming freshmen enrolled in District 219 only) These courses are offered at no charge, including registration fee and bus pass free of charge, and will count as a general elective credit. Your student has already been enrolled in any required summer courses based on placement recommendations. MA1A30 Algebra Proficiency Grade Weight: General This course is designed to provide additional support in attaining proficiency in high school Algebra. Upon successful completion of this course, which includes demonstration of proficiency in high school Algebra, the student will be able to take Geometry in the fall. Prerequisite: Placement Recommendation SC1D10 (Sem. 1) SC2D10 (Sem. 2) ILS for Advancement Grade Weight: General The purpose of ILS for Advancement is to give students a foundation in labora​
tory technique, use of the scientific method, measurement, and data collection and inter​
pretation. The use of technology and laboratory activities is integrated within the course. Units in the course will be taught thematically, integrating topics from earth science, physics, chemistry, biology and astronomy. Prerequisite: Placement recommendation Note: Students are required to take both semesters. SC1D11 ILS for Advancement Grade Weight: General This course is designed to prepare a student for successful completion of high school Biology during freshman year. The purpose of ILS for Advancement is to give students a foundation in laboratory technique, use of the scientific method, measurement, and data collection and interpretation. The use of technology and laboratory activities is integrated within the course. Units in the course will be taught thematically, integrating topics from earth science, physics, chemistry, biology and astronomy. Prerequisite: Placement recommendation Note: Students must be enrolled in another Readiness course to qualify to take this course. SU1A01 Algebra Readiness Grade Weight: General This course is designed to prepare a student for successful completion of high school Algebra during freshman year. Prerequisite: Placement Recommendation SU1A02 Reading Readiness Grade Weight: General This course is designed to prepare a student for successful completion of high school English during freshman year. Prerequisite: Placement Recommendation 25 OAKTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE Open to: Current Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors Dates: June 15th – July 2nd, 2015 (Please note that this may differ from your district’s summer school dates) Hours: 8:00 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. Credit: ½ elective credit (For grade or pass/fail option, consult your individual school) Career Exploration Courses are three­week programs that introduce students to challenging careers. They offer students the opportunity Fees: $200 (Payment is required to hold student’s space and the to explore a variety of related career options, providing them with check should be made payable to: Niles Township High Schools; realistic perspectives about the skills needed for success in the submit check to: Niles North students see Mrs. Edelson, Education workplace while emphasizing the connections between academics To Careers Coordinator, 847­626­2062, Room #1505, and Niles and careers. West students see Mrs. Tado, AS&T Executive Secretary, 847­626­2541, Room #1310). Three summer courses are offered: Careers in Engineering and Nanotechnology, Careers in Business and Law, and Careers in Note: Healthcare. The courses incorporate classroom activities, Students and parents will be asked to attend an evening orientation lab activities, and field trips focused on careers in these clusters, meeting which will be held at Oakton Community College’s Des affording students the opportunity to talk to professionals in their Plaines campus prior to the classes. field of interest. Emphasis is placed on career skills, leadership, problem solving, team activities, and observation of the workplace. Classes will meet at Oakton Community College, Des Plaines campus, 1600 E Golf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016. Transportation to and from each district is provided by NSERVE (Bus will leave from Niles West). Career exploration courses are open to students from Evanston, Glenbrook, Niles, Maine, and New Trier Townships. SUMMER CAREER EXPLORATION COURSES for High School Students 2015 Sponsored by: NSERVE and OAKTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE in conjunction with Niles Township High School District 219. COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Careers in Business and Law Students will gain an overview of American business today, including first­hand knowledge of entrepreneurship, information systems, finance, marketing, management, and legal careers. They will gain competencies in investment strategies, business processes and planning, communication, collaboration, resource management and leadership skills. In addition, students will visit sites such as The Chicago Board of Trade, Manifest Digital, the Circuit Court of Cook County, and sports marketing sites, meeting with a variety of professionals Careers in Healthcare Students will perform patient assessments, utilize medical laboratory and physical therapy techniques, and apply medical ethics in problem solving. They will travel to a variety of healthcare­related sites, which may include Lutheran General Hospital, Museum of Surgical Sciences, and an emergency and critical care center, meeting with professionals in a wide variety of healthcare careers. Careers in Engineering and Nanotechnology Students will explore the exciting fields of engineering, electronics, robotics, high­tech manufacturing, and nanotechnology through hands­on lab assignments, team building, and problem solving exercises. Students will build and program robots, observe material properties, observe nanolithography techniques for work at the nanoscale. Field trips in the past have included Winzeler Gear, Illinois Science + Technology Park, Big Kaiser, Buhrke­Olsen and Avon Products to meet with a variety of professionals in science, technology, engineering and math. For more information about the course particulars contact: Martha Eldredge Stark Executive Director, NSERVE 847­692­8023, [email protected] 26 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Only students who have fulfilled District 219’s graduation requirements and have paid all current and past due school fees and fines (unless eligible for a waiver of school fees) may participate in the graduation ceremony and receive a diploma. Graduation requirements for District 219 are not to be interpreted as meeting college or university admission requirements. Parents and students are responsible for investigating college admission requirements. The Niles North and Niles West guidance counselors and college/career counselors are available to assist in the interpretation of college admission requirements. Subject # Credits Required Comments Consumer Education 1 Consumer Education or 2 semesters of Business and Technology will satisfy this requirement. English 8 2 in Freshman English, 2 in Sophomore English, 2 in American Literature & Composition, and any option of 2 credits in Senior English Skills, 2 in College Preparatory English, 2 in AP English, or 1 credit in College Preparatory English along with 1 credit in an English elective. Applied/Fine Art 2 Consumer Education will not count toward this requirement. Math 6 2 credits must be in a 1st year Algebra course or a course for which 1st year Algebra is a prerequisite and 2 credits must be in a course that contains Geometry content or a course for which Geometry is a prerequisite. Physical Education and 1 for each Health semester in D219 For most students, this will be 8 credits plus meeting the health proficiency. The Health Graduation Requirement is embedded in Sophomore PE. Public Speaking 1 Beginning with the class of 2016, one semester of public speaking is required. This requirement may be fulfilled by taking one of the following classes: Public Speaking, Theatre Workshop, Broadcasting Production, or Introduction to Debate. Reading 4 credits of reading may be required for those students who score at or below District expectations on a standardized test, as defined in administrative procedures. Science 6 (starting with the 2 credits in Biology and 4 credits in the physical sciences (Chemistry, or Physics) class of 2017) Social Studies 6 2 credits in Global Studies, 2 credits in U.S. History, 1 credit in Western Civilization, and 1 credit in a Social Studies elective; both semesters of AP European History satisfy the Western Civilization and Social Studies elective requirement. Electives 9 Additional credits not used to satisfy the above requirements. Writing All Seniors must successfully write a research paper. Of the 36 required academic credits, 4 must be in writing intensive courses as designated in the Student Coursebook directly underneath the titles of selected English and Social Studies courses. PSAE All students must take the Prairie State Achievement Exam. U.S. Constitution Exam All students must pass the U.S. Constitution Exam which is part of the U.S. History course. Total 44 36 academic credits plus 8 PE credits if enrolled in District 219 for eight semesters. 27 BOARD OF EDUCATION Robert Silverman, President Sheri B. Doniger, Vice President Carlton D. Evans, Secretary Jeffrey D. Greenspan, Secretary Pro Tem Ruth Klint David Ko Eileen Valfer The Mission Of the District 219 Board of Education is to ensure a student‐focused learning environment where every student succeeds. The Goal is to improve the academic achievement of every student through the following Interventions: 1. Advancing and integrating science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and 21st Century Literacies. 2. Ensuring a guaranteed and rigorous curriculum and common final exam. 3. Engaging students in anywhere/anytime learning by providing laptop computers to expand their learning opportunities. 4. Committing to a five‐year comprehensive capital improvement plan. 5. Establishing and enhancing partnerships with parents, community organizations and outside agencies to strengthen our community of learners. 28