ELA 1: Inspired by the guiding question, “Who am I?”, ELA 1 curriculum will apply the CCSS Standards to investigate the theme of identity through reading novels, short stories, and non fiction prose. Students will use philosophical inquiry skills such as discussion as the leading method of deepening thoughts while processing multiple perspectives. Students will also master foundational grammar and mechanical writing skills.
Geometry: Students will develop an understanding of geometry through deductive reasoning; utilize formulas and examine relationships between geometric figures and apply geometric knowledge in guided activities. Topics include congruence; similarity; right triangles and simple trigonometry; circles; expressing geometric properties with equations; geometric measurement and dimensions; and modeling in geometry. Students will engage in cooperative learning experiences, and lessons are teacher-led and discovery-based. Students will complete projects to help them understand the concepts and see relevant applications.
Ethnic Studies & Philosophy:
Transition to High School & Career and Life Planning:
Biology: This is a laboratory course that emphasizes biological themes and concentrates on the development of science processes and inquiry skills. The Biology 1 End of Course (EOC) Exam is a requirement for the course and will count as a portion of their final grade.
Physical Education & Life Time Fitness:
PTP/L: This multidisciplinary program will assist each individual student in developing an individualized plan of action for transitioning successfully from high school to post secondary and/or career venues. The courses will cover and build upon topics consistent with the Hawaii Department of Education’s “Vision of a Public School Graduate,” the Career Technical Education (CTE) Model, and the Hawaii Comprehensive Student Support System (CSSS) Model. Students are assigned a mentor teacher and remain with the same teacher over the course of four years, thereby developing consistent and positive relationships.
Geometry: Students will develop an understanding of geometry through deductive reasoning; utilize formulas and examine relationships between geometric figures and apply geometric knowledge in guided activities. Topics include congruence; similarity; right triangles and simple trigonometry; circles; expressing geometric properties with equations; geometric measurement and dimensions; and modeling in geometry. Students will engage in cooperative learning experiences, and lessons are teacher-led and discovery-based. Students will complete projects to help them understand the concepts and see relevant applications.
Ethnic Studies & Philosophy:
- Ethnic Studies: It examines the dynamic, and sometimes controversial, interactions among various groups in American society today through the lens of self exploration (who am I) and discovery (what is my role and where is my place in this world). Class discussions, service learning and inquiry will be major components for this course.
- Philosophy: Students will continue to utilize the lens from Ethnic Studies of self exploration (who am I) and discovery (what is my role and where is my place in this world) to examine the five indicators of violence, potential controversial topics, and how the choices they make now impact their futures through class discussions, and inquiry.
Transition to High School & Career and Life Planning:
- Transitions to High School: This course is designed to assist 9th grade students’ transition into the high school setting. It develops study habits, employability skills, self-image, basic skills of reading, writing, computer literacy, and general learner outcomes. The course guides students in the establishment of a student portfolio designed to highlight the students’ accomplishments throughout their high school career.
- Career and Life Planning: This course is designed to support students in career development and guidance. It provides students knowledge and skills in learning about themselves, exploring life goals, careers/occupations, relating school subjects to future career needs, and making tentative long and short-range educational and/or career plans.
Biology: This is a laboratory course that emphasizes biological themes and concentrates on the development of science processes and inquiry skills. The Biology 1 End of Course (EOC) Exam is a requirement for the course and will count as a portion of their final grade.
Physical Education & Life Time Fitness:
- Physical Education: This standards based course is designed to build on intermediate or middle school Physical Education course experiences. This course introduces the fundamental relationship between physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle. Students will learn and apply the components of fitness, principles of training, basic techniques and safety guidelines that should be followed when exercising, an individual pre/post assessment and a variety of physical activities that give the student practical experiences with the ultimate goal of becoming a self-directed individual who will value and practice lifelong fitness.
- Lifetime Fitness: This is a 1⁄2 credit course that will meet the basic elective PE requirement for graduation. This course develops and strengthens physical movement forms, concepts, principles, and skills. The student will engage in a variety of team and individual activities and games, pre/post assessments, will learn and apply. The content of this course should empower learners to actualize a vision of themselves as competent movers with the skills, knowledge and desire to become life-long participants in physical activities.
PTP/L: This multidisciplinary program will assist each individual student in developing an individualized plan of action for transitioning successfully from high school to post secondary and/or career venues. The courses will cover and build upon topics consistent with the Hawaii Department of Education’s “Vision of a Public School Graduate,” the Career Technical Education (CTE) Model, and the Hawaii Comprehensive Student Support System (CSSS) Model. Students are assigned a mentor teacher and remain with the same teacher over the course of four years, thereby developing consistent and positive relationships.
