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Curriculum Standards

Beginner Second Language Portfolio

Standard 1 ~ Communication

Uses the target language to engage in conversations, express feelings and emotions, and exchange opinions and information

  1. 

Uses the target language to express likes, dislikes, and personal preferences (e.g., objects, people, events, favorite activities, food, celebrations) in everyday environments

  2. 

Uses basic vocabulary to describe assorted objects (e.g., toys, dress, types of dwellings, foods) in everyday environments

  3. 

Uses vocabulary for a wide range of topics (e.g., basic subject area terms, such as story elements, animals, weather, geographical concepts; categories such as numbers, shapes, colors, size)

  4. 

Gives and follows simple instructions in the target language (e.g., in games, with partners or groups, giving commands suggested by a picture)

  5. 

Uses and responds to culturally appropriate nonverbal cues and body language (e.g., to clarify a verbal message, to engage a listener's attention, to express humor, for social interactions)

  6. 

Uses the target language to exchange information about general events (e.g., classes, meetings, concerts, meals) and transportation (e.g., place, date, time)

  7. 

Uses appropriate vocabulary, gestures, and oral expressions for greetings, introductions, leave takings, and other common or familiar interactions (e.g., exchanging name, address, phone number, place of origin, general health/state of being; giving and as

  8. 

Uses the target language to express needs, feelings, and ideas related to everyday situations (e.g., enjoyment while playing a game, personal response to a movie, agreement or disagreement on a topic)

  9. 

Asks and answers questions in the target language (e.g., clarifies word meaning, asks for assistance, answers questions about self or family)

Standard 2 ~ Connections

Understands and interprets written and spoken language on diverse topics from diverse media

  1. 

Understands the basic ideas of oral messages and short conversations based on simple or familiar topics appropriate at this developmental level (e.g., favorite activities, personal anecdotes, simple instructions)

  2. 

Understands the main ideas in ability-appropriate, highly illustrated texts that use many words that are similar to those in one's native language (e.g., stories, newspaper articles, advertisements)

  3. 

Understands the main ideas of ability-appropriate video or television programs on familiar topics

  4. 

Understands the main ideas and basic literary elements (e.g., principal characters, sequence of events, simple themes) in written poems, short folk tales, fairy tales, or illustrated stories that are appropriate at this developmental level

  5. 

Understands brief written messages and personal notes on familiar topics (e.g., everyday school and home activities)

  6. 

Understands common phrase groupings and voice inflection in simple spoken sentences

  7. 

Understands common cognates and expressions in the target and native languages

  8. 

Understands oral and written descriptions of people and objects in the environment

Standard 3 ~ Communities

Presents information, concepts, and ideas to an audience of listeners or readers on a variety of topics

  1. 

Presents simple oral reports or presentations about family members and friends, objects present in the everyday environment, and common school and home activities

  2. 

Recites poetry, songs, proverbs, or short anecdotes or narratives that are commonly known by same-age members of the target culture

  3. 

Writes in a variety of forms (e.g., short, informal notes or messages, lists, letters, e-mail) to describe or provide information about oneself, friends and family, or school activities

  4. 

Uses audio tapes and video tapes to present information about family, school events, and celebrations

  5. 

Uses language conventions and style (e.g., phrases, structures, grammar, spelling, mechanics, commands, vocabulary, dialect, slang, idioms, humor, pronunciation, intonation, tone, stress) appropriate for different audiences (e.g., peers, adults) and setti

Standard 4 ~ Culture

Understands traditional ideas and perspectives, institutions, professions, literary and artistic expressions, and other components of the target culture

  1. 

Knows various age-appropriate cultural activities practiced in the target culture (e.g., games, songs, birthday celebrations, story telling, dramatizations, role playing)

  2. 

Knows simple patterns of behavior and interaction in various settings in the target culture (e.g., school, family, community) and how these patterns compare to those in one's native culture

  3. 

Knows familiar utilitarian forms of the target culture (e.g., toys, dress, types of dwellings, typical foods, currency) and how they compare to those in one's native culture

  4. 

Knows basic expressive forms of the target culture (e.g., children's songs, simple selections from authentic children's literature, types of artwork or graphic representations enjoyed or produced by the peer group in the culture studied, dances) and how t

  5. 

Knows basic cultural beliefs and perspectives of people in both native and target cultures relating to family, school, work, and play

  6. 

Knows professions that require proficiency in the target language

  7. 

Knows distinctive contributions made by people in the target culture

  8. 

Knows basic geographical aspects of countries where the target language is spoken (e.g., major cities, rivers, mountains, climate)

Standard 5 ~ Comparisons

Understands that different languages use different patterns to communicate and applies this knowledge to the target and native languages

  1. 

Knows words that have been borrowed from one language to another and how these word borrowings may have developed

  2. 

Knows basic elements of the sound and writing systems of the target language and how these elements differ from the same elements of one's native language

  3. 

Understands that an idea may be expressed in multiple ways in the target language



Intermediate Second Language Portfolio


Standard 1 ~ Communication

Uses the target language to engage in conversations, express feelings and emotions, and exchange opinions and information

  1. 

Uses verbal and written exchanges to share personal data, information, and preferences (e.g., events in one's life, past experiences, significant details related to topics that are of common interest, preferred leisure activities, likes, dislikes, needs)

  2. 

Uses the target language to plan events and activities with others (e.g., using authentic schedules, budgets)

  3. 

Uses vocabulary and cultural expressions to express the failure to understand the message or to request additional information (e.g., requests that the speaker restate the message, asks appropriate questions for clarification)

  4. 

Uses appropriate verbal strategies and cues (e.g., rephrasing, circumlocution, repetition, tone, stress, intonation) to communicate spoken messages and maintain listening comprehension

  5. 

Uses and responds to culturally appropriate nonverbal cues (e.g., gestures, physical distance, eye contact) to communicate spoken messages and maintain listening comprehension

  6. 

Gives and follows oral and written directions in the target language (e.g., for travel, for other tasks, for a recipe, for a word maze)

  7. 

Uses appropriate vocabulary to acquire goods and services through basic negotiation of procedures and exchange of monies (e.g., shopping in a supermarket)

  8. 

Uses verbal and written exchanges to express opinions in the target language (e.g., concerning current events, about topics of personal or community interest)

Standard 2 ~ Connections

Understands and interprets written and spoken language on diverse topics from diverse media

  1. 

Understands the main ideas, themes, and basic details from diverse, authentic, ability-appropriate spoken media (e.g., radio, television, film, live presentation) on topics of personal interest or interest to peers in the target culture

  2. 

Understands the content of ability-appropriate primary sources on familiar topics (e.g., personal letters, pamphlets, illustrated newspaper and magazine articles, advertisements)

  3. 

Understands spoken announcements and messages from peers and adults on a variety of familiar topics or topics of personal interest (e.g., favorite activities, popular events, school subjects)

  4. 

Understands nonverbal and verbal cues when listening to or observing a user of the target language

  5. 

Understands various phrase groupings and structures in spoken forms of the target language (e.g., expressions, questions, polite commands)

  6. 

Uses context clues (e.g., known language, diagrams, text features, graphics) to decode unfamiliar words and phrases in complex messages or texts

  7. 

Understands the main ideas, themes, principal characters, and significant details of ability-appropriate authentic literature (e.g., narratives, shorts stories, poems, plays)

Standard 3 ~ Communities

Presents information, concepts, and ideas to an audience of listeners or readers on a variety of topics

  1. 

Presents information in the target language on topics of shared personal interest in one's daily life at home or school (e.g., brief reports to the class, tape or video recorded messages)

  2. 

Presents cultural and literary works in the target language that are appropriate at this developmental level (e.g., presents short plays and skits, recites selected poems and anecdotes, performs songs)

  3. 

Writes in the target language in a variety of formats (e.g., notes, short letters, e-mail, business letters, thank you letters, descriptions, narrations, personal essays, poems, short stories, plays, songs, journals)

  4. 

Writes to peers on topics of shared personal interest (e.g., everyday events, activities at home or in school)

  5. 

Summarizes the plot and provides brief descriptions of characters in selected poems, short stories, folk tales, and anecdotes

  6. 

Uses repetition, rephrasing, and gestures effectively to assist in presenting oral reports or presentations

  7. 

Uses language conventions and style (e.g., complex grammatical structures, slang, humor, idioms, small talk, polite forms and status indicators, vernacular dialects, content area vocabulary) appropriate to different audiences and settings (e.g., formal, i

Standard 4 ~ Culture

Understands traditional ideas and perspectives, institutions, professions, literary and artistic expressions, and other components of the target culture

  1. 

Knows various age-appropriate cultural activities practiced in the target culture (e.g., adolescents' games such as card games, board games, and outdoor games; sports-related activities; music; television)

  2. 

Knows cultural traditions and celebrations that exist in the target culture and how these traditions and celebrations compare with those of the native culture (e.g., holidays, birthdays, "coming of age" celebrations, seasonal festivals, religious ceremoni

  3. 

Knows patterns of behavior or interaction typical of one's age group in various settings in the target culture (e.g., dating, telephone usage, etiquette)

  4. 

Knows a variety of age-appropriate utilitarian forms of the target culture (e.g., educational institutions or systems, means of transportation, various rules as they apply to the peer group in the culture being studied), their significance, and how these

  5. 

Knows a variety of age-appropriate expressive forms of the culture (e.g., popular music and dance; appropriate authentic texts, such as children's magazines, comic books, children's literature, folktales; the use of color; common or everyday artwork such

  6. 

Understands the general relationship between cultural perspectives and expressive products (e.g., music, visual arts, literature) in the target and native cultures

  7. 

Understands the general relationship between cultural perspectives and practices (e.g., holidays, celebrations, work habits, play) in the target and native cultures

  8. 

Knows how "local" opinions of various aspects of the native culture compare with the views of peers from the target culture

  9. 

Knows how various community members use the target language in their work

  10. 

Knows historical and cultural figures from the target culture and their contributions

  11. 

Knows chronological order and significance of important historical events in the target culture

  12. 

Knows the location(s) and major geographic features of countries where the target language is/was used

Standard 5 ~ Comparisons

Understands that different languages use different patterns to communicate and applies this knowledge to the target and native languages

  1. 

Understands how idiomatic expressions have an impact on communication and reflect culture (e.g., anticipates larger units of meaning rather than individual word equivalencies)

  2. 

Draws conclusions about the relationship among languages (e.g., based on cognates and idioms)

  3. 

Understands that languages have critical sound distinctions that convey meaning



Technology Standards


Nature of Technology

1.      characteristics and scope of technology

2.      core concepts of technology

3.      relationships among technologies and the connections between technology and other fields

4.      talents, aptitudes, and interests of individual related to technical pursuits

5.      career opportunities and requirements needed to make informed and meaningful choices in education/employment in technical occupations

 

Technology and Society

6.      cultural, social, economic, and political effects of technology

7.      effects of technology on the environment

8.      role of society in the development and use of technology

9.      influence of technology on history

 

Design

10.  attributes of design

11.  engineering design

12.  role of troubleshooting, research and development, invention and innovation, and experimentation in problem solving

13.  applications of design process

 

Designed World (minimum of two)

14.  Medical technologies

15.  Agricultural and related technologies

16.  Energy and power technologies

17.  Information and communication technologies

18.  Transportation technologies

19.  Manufacturing technologies

20.  Construction technologies



Math Standards


PRE ALGEBRA

Numbers

Examine numbers, ways of representing numbers, relationships among numbers, number systems, and operations.

* Perform operations with signed (positive and negative) numbers, including decimals, ratios, percents, and fractions.

* Exhibit the properties of rational and irrational numbers.

* Employ the basic properties and laws of exponents and scientific notation.

* Perform operations with radicals such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of two or more irrational numbers and express as the square root of a positive integer or as the product of a rational number and the square root of a positive integer.

 

Variables

Represent situations that involve variable quantities with expressions, equations, and inequalities.

* Use variables in expressions such as 4x, x+2, and 2x-1, solve for the variable, and know how to represent expressions such as "twice the number" or "four more than the number" using variables.

* Represent the solution set of an open sentence (e.g., x<-1) on a number line.

 

Proportions

* Find the solution of proportions with monomial and binomial terms (e.g., x/(x-2)=6/5, therefore, x=12).      

* Use the technique of dimensional analysis to convert units of measure (e.g., convert km/hr to m/min) including drawing to scale and applying ratios. Understand and use various techniques for estimating, making and converting measure; and using these to perform dimensional analysis.

 

GEOMETRY

2D & 3d Space

Analyze characteristics and properties of two- and three-dimensional geometric shapes and develop mathematical arguments about geometric relationships.

* Illustrate the characteristics and applications of the undefined terms of geometry (i.e., point, line, and plane).

* Examine the properties and classification of polygons (e.g., triangle, quadrilaterals, pentagon, hexagon, etc.) as well as knowledge of geometric shapes.

* Examine the properties and classification of quadrilaterals by orientation (e.g., parallelogram, rectangle, rhombus, square, and trapezoid).

* Compute the area and perimeter of two-dimensional figures.

* Examine the classification and properties of solid figures such as prisms, rectangular solids, pyramids, right circular cylinders, cones, and spheres.      

* Compute the volume of three-dimensional figures.

 

Triangles

* Examine the properties and classification of triangles by sides (i.e., scalene, isosceles, and equilateral).

* Compute the perimeter and area of two-dimensional figures.

* Determine the characteristics and terminology of angles, e.g., degree measure, classification of angles by measure (acute, right, obtuse, and straight), supplementary and complementary angles, and vertical angles. 

* Identify the angle relationships in triangles (i.e., acute, obtuse, right, interior, and exterior).

* Use the Pythagorean Theorem to compute side lengths of right triangles.

* Manipulate the basic trigonometric functions and ratios.

 

Circles

* Examine the properties of circles (e.g., radius, arc, diameter, chord, secant, tangent, etc.).

* Measure circle quantities (e.g., area, angle formed by two secants, circumference, length of segments, etc.).

 

Similarity & Congruence

Apply transformations and use symmetry to analyze mathematical situations.

* Use geometric methods (e.g., an unmarked straightedge and compass) to complete basic geometric constructions (e.g., perpendicular bisector of a line segment, angle bisector, etc.).

* Illustrate the concepts of symmetry and transformations and graphically apply line reflections, rotation, translations, and dilation.        

* Apply transformation concepts to understand and create congruent and similar figures.

* Identify the concepts of direct and opposite isometries (i.e., transformations that preserve shape such as reflections, rotations, translations, and glide reflections, and be able to graphically apply them.)

 

 DATA

Statistics

Select and use appropriate statistical methods to analyze data.

* Identify the best procedures for statistical data collection, organization, and display including making estimates and predictions and drawing inferences.

* Explain the characteristics of measures of central tendency (i.e., mean, median, and mode).

* Exhibit the concepts and applications of quartiles (i.e., distributing groups into four equal frequencies) and percentiles (i.e., distributing individuals into one hundred groups of equal frequency). 

* Examine the characteristics of measures of dispersion (i.e., range, mean deviation, variance, and standard deviation).

           

Probability

Examine and apply basic concepts of probability.

* Identify the characteristic differences between theoretical and empirical probability (e.g., the theoretic probability of rolling a six and a die is 1/6; empirical probability is derived from repeated experimentation or accumulated statistics).

* Determine the probability of single and compound events using the basic premise that the probability of an event is equal to the number of ways it can occur divided by the total number of outcomes.

* Use the Counting Principle to determine the probability of events occurring jointly (e.g., if one activity can occur in any of m ways and another in any one of n ways, then the total number of ways both activities can occur is mn).

* Determine combinations (i.e., the various grouping a set may be arranged in without regard to order).

* Determine permutations (i.e., arrangements of a set where order matters).

 

ALGEBRA 

Functions

Distinguish patterns, relations, and functions.

* Present appropriate terminology used to define relations and functions and their properties (e.g., domain, range, function composition, inverses, etc.).   

* Express a linear function (e.g., y=1/3x+5) using the functional notation f(x)=1/3x+5, and determine the ordered pairs.

 

Graphing Lines

Specify locations and describe spatial relationships using coordinate geometry and other representational systems.

* Illustrate the components and properties of the rectangular coordinate system, (i.e., x - y axis, origin, quadrants, abscissa (x-coordinate) and ordinate (y-coordinate), and the general representation of a point (x, y)).

* Identify the equation for the slope of a line and compute slope given the coordinates of two points.

* Compute the midpoint of a line segment between two points on a coordinate plane.       

* Compute the distance between two points (i.e., length of a line segment) on a coordinate plane.

* Examine the characteristics and uses of vectors (e.g., representations of velocity and force) and perform basic operations on vectors (e.g., vector addition and scalar multiplication). A vector is a physical element possessing magnitude and direction.

 

Linear Equations and Inequalities

Solve linear inequalities and equations.

* Present the equation of a line and interpret graphically using the slope-intercept form (i.e., y=mx+b), and the point-slope form (i.e., y-b=m(x-a)).

* Examine the characteristics of parallel, perpendicular, and intersecting lines.

* Find the graphic solution of systems of linear equations (e.g., find the point(s) common to a quadratic-linear pair).

* Find the graphic solution of systems of linear inequalities (e.g., graph the solution set or region of the coordinate plane common to both inequalities).

 

Simplifying and Solving

Identify the logic of algebraic procedures.

* Apply basic algebraic properties (i.e., commutative: ab=ba; associative: (ab)c=a(bc); and distributive: a(b+c)=ab+ac).   

* Carry out the correct order of operations for performing algebraic computations.

* Use addition and multiplication to simplify an algebraic expression by identifying the order of operations and techniques necessary to carry out the operations (e.g., 5-3(x-2)=5-3x+6=11-3x).

* Find the solution of linear equations and inequalities where the variable appears on both sides and in which one or both sides must be simplified before solving the equation (e.g., solve x+2(x-3)=-4x+5 for x).

 

Polynomials

* Perform addition of polynomials to express them in their simplest form (e.g., (2a+2)+(3a-1)=5a+1).

* Factor a composite number into its prime factors, and find the largest monomial factor of a polynomial to write the polynomial as the product of the monomial and a polynomial.

* Perform multiplication of polynomials by understanding the meaning of a positive, integral exponent, and using exponents correctly when multiplying powers with like bases.  

* Perform division of a polynomial by a monomial by knowing how to divide powers with like bases, use integral exponents to express decimal numbers in scientific notation, use the rules for the division of powers with like bases to simplify fractions with monomial denominators, and reduce fractions to lowest terms.



English Language Arts Standards


A.  In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by…

1.   Applying rules of standard English usage to correct grammatical errors and applying capitalization rules

2.     Applying appropriate punctuation to various sentence patterns to enhance meaning

3.     Correctly spelling grade appropriate, high-frequency words and applying conventional and word derivative spelling patterns/rules

 

B.  Uses a Writing Process

4.    Students use pre-writing, drafting, revising, editing, and critiquing to produce final drafts of written products.

 

C.  Demonstrates the habit of writing extensively by…

5.      Writing with frequency, including in-school, out-of-school, and during the summer

6.      Sharing thoughts, observations, or impressions

7.     Writing in a variety of genres and generating topics for writing

 

D.  Demonstrates command of the structures of sentences,  paragraphs, and text by…

8.      Using varied sentence length and structure to enhance meaning (e.g., including phrases and clauses)        

9.      Using the paragraph form: indenting, main idea, supporting details and using paragraph structures appropriately (e.g., block or indented format)     

10.     Recognizing organizational structures within paragraphs or within texts

11.     Applying a format and text structure appropriate to purpose, audience, and context

 

E.  In reflective writing, students explore and share thoughts, observations, and impressions by…

12.    Engaging the reader by establishing context

13.    Analyzing a condition or situation of significance or developing a commonplace, concrete occasion as the basis for the reflection

14.    Using an organizational structure that allow for a progression of ideas to develop and using a range of elaboration techniques (i.e. questioning, comparing, connecting, interpreting, analyzing, or describing) to establish a focus

15.    Making connections between personal ideas and experiences and more abstract aspects of life, leading to new perspectives or insights

16.    Providing closure - leaving the reader with something to think about

 

F.  In written narratives, students organize and relate a story   line/plot/series of events by…

17.        Creating a clear and coherent (logically consistent) story line

18.        Establishing context, character motivation, problem/conflict/challenge, and resolution, maintaining point of view, maintaining theme, and providing a sense of closure

19.        Using a variety of effective transitional devices (e.g., ellipses, time transitions, white space, words/phrases) and a variety of effective literary devices (i.e., flashback or foreshadowing, figurative language, imagery) to enhance meaning

 

G.  Students demonstrate use of narrative strategies by…

20.        Creating images, using relevant and descriptive details, dialogue, and sensory language to advance the plot/story line

21.        Developing characters through description, dialogue, actions, and relationships with other characters, when appropriate

22.        Using voice appropriate to purpose, maintaining focus, and controlling the pace of the story

23.        Choosing conventional or alternative text structures and selecting vocabulary according to purpose to achieve impact

24.      Selecting and manipulating words, phrases or clauses, for connotation/shades of meaning and impact

 

H.  In informational writing, students organize ideas/concepts by …

25.        Using a text structure appropriate to focus/controlling idea or thesis (e.g., purpose, audience, context)

26.        Selecting appropriate and relevant information (excluding extraneous details) to set context

27.        Using transition words or phrases appropriate to text structure to enhances ideas

28.        Synthesizing information from multiple sources to draw conclusions beyond those found in any single source

29.        Listing and citing sources using standard MLA format

 

I.  In informational writing, students effectively convey purpose by…

30.        Stating and maintaining a focus/controlling idea/thesis using precise and descriptive language that clarifies and supports intent and enhances meaning

31.        Selecting and using formal, informal, literary, or technical language appropriate to audience and context and establishing an authoritative voice 

 

J.  In informational writing, students demonstrate use of a range of elaboration strategies by …

32.    Including sufficient details or facts for appropriate depth of information: naming, describing, explaining, comparing, contrasting, or using visual images to support intended purpose

33.    Addressing readers’ concerns (anticipating and addressing counter arguments, potential problems, mistakes, or misunderstandings that might arise for the audience)

34.    Commenting on the significance of the information (in reports, throughout the piece in procedural or persuasive writing, as appropriate)

 

K.  In response to literary or informational text, students show understanding of plot/ideas/concepts by…

35.        Selecting and summarizing key ideas to set context, appropriate to audience and purpose

36.        Connecting what has been read (plot/ideas/concepts) to prior knowledge, other texts, or the broader world of ideas, by referring to and explaining relevant ideas, themes, motifs, or archetypes

37.        Explaining the visual components of the text (when appropriate)

 

L.  In response to literary or informational text, students make and support analytical judgments about text by…

38.        Stating and maintaining a focus (purpose), a firm judgment, or point of view when responding to a given question

39.        Establishing an interpretive claim in the form of a thesis and making inferences about the relationship(s) among content, events, characters, setting, theme, or author’s craft

40.        Using specific details and references to text or relevant citations to support thesis, conclusions, or interpretations 

41.        Organizing ideas, using transition words/phrases and drawing a conclusion by synthesizing information

 

M.  In oral communication, students demonstrate interactive listening by …

42.        Following verbal instructions, to perform specific tasks, to answer questions, or to solve problems

43.        Summarizing, paraphrasing, questioning, or contributing to information presented to advance understanding

44.        Identifying the thesis of a presentation, determining the essential elements of elaboration, and interpreting or evaluating the message

45.        Participating in large and small group discussions showing respect for a range of individual ideas

46.        Reaching consensus to solve a problem, make a decision, or achieve a goal

47.        Maintaining a consistent focus and exhibiting logical organization and language use, appropriate to audience, context, and purpose

48.        Including smooth transitions, supporting thesis with well-chosen details, and providing a coherent conclusion

49.        Effectively responding to audience questions and feedback

50.        Using a variety of strategies of address (e.g., eye contact, speaking rate, volume, articulation, enunciation, pronunciation, inflection, voice modulation, intonation, rhythm, and gesture) to communicate ideas effectively

51.        Using tools of technology to enhance message

 

Source: Adapted from Field Review draft NH and RI Writing and Oral Communication GSEs version1.0 June 2004



MC2 Science Power Standards and Electives


HUMAN ORGANISM (1 credit - 10 power standards)

Brain Learnin'

ND stuff

Hemisphericity/style/modality

Challenges and strategies

 

Mental Health

Life stress??

Relationship between physical/mental

Relationships between people

Disorders and abuse

 

Physical Health

Human body systems and homeostasis

Disease and abnormality

Treatment and prevention

 

CHEMISTRY (1/2 Credit - 6 power standards)

Atomic Structure & Matter - Explain how the atomic model affects elemental properties.

McRel Science Topic 2. Atomic structure:  Understands the general structure of the atom and how its properties determine elemental and molecular properties.

McRel Science Topic 3. Atoms and molecules: Understands relationships between atoms in a molecular structure.

McRel Science Topic 33. Properties of substances: Understands the configuration of the periodic table and relationships between elements

Electron config & bonding: Knows that atoms may be bonded together into molecules or crystalline solids, and compounds are formed from chemical bonds between two or more different kinds of atoms

states of matter and ideal gas: Knows that matter has different states (i.e., solid, liquid, gas) and that each state has distinct physical properties; some common materials such as water can be changed from one state to another by heating or cooling

 

Interactions/Reactions-Determine hypothetical outcomes of atomic interactions. 

chemical equilibrium

mol

compounds and molecules

Chemical reactions and the role electrons play

 

BIOLOGY (1 Credit - 17 power standards)

Ecosystems - Analyzes and predict how an ecosystem will respond to a disturbance.

Describes the conditions that enable the earth to support life.

Understands how matter and energy cycle in a living system.

Understands and analyze how the amount of life an environment can sustain is limited.

Understands and analyze how humans impact their environment.

 

Evolution-Analyzes the diversity and unity of past and present life forms on Earth

Understands the concept of natural selection, and how an organism's inherited characteristics can influence its survival.

Understands significance of DNA similarity.

Understands how organisms are classified in a hierarchy of groups and subgroups.

Understands theories leading up to and contradicting the theory of evolution.

 

Heredity-Predicts possible and probable outcomes of genetic combinations

Understands the chemical and physiological properties of DNA, including the relationships between DNA and chromosomes and DNA and genes.

Understands and represents concepts of Mendelian genetics.

Knows features of human genetics

Understands how new characteristics are inherited (genetic recombination, mutation, deletion) and the impact these new inherited characteristics can have.

 

Cells-Connect the model of a cell as the building of life to relevant topics

Understand and explain how cells regulate for homeostasis, including cellular structure and function.

Understand the process of cell division (mitosis, meiosis) and differentiation, including an understanding of specialized cells, tissues, organs and systems.

Understand how cells produce and use energy.

Understand the evolution of the idea of the cell as a building block of life.

 

PHYSICS (1/2 Credit - 8 power standards)

Kinematics? (need a name)

McRel Science Topic 18. Forces and motion

McRel Science Topic 32. Position and motion

McRel Science Topic 9. Conservation of matter and energy

Momentum and Inertia

 

Waves

Knows the range of the electromagnetic spectrum.

Understands the concept of energy transmission via waves.

McRel Science Topic 54. Vibrations and waves

changes in wave characteristics (doppler)

Movement and behavior of waves

 

ELECTIVES (2 electives required (1/2 credits each) keeping in mind what careers/colleges require)

Environmental Science General      

Earth geology

classification and physiology of living material

plant biology

human interactions, pollution, conservation

 

Electricity & Magnetism

McRel Science Topic 14. Electricity and Magnetism

moving electrons - current - magnetic fields

Emag induction

electric potential

circuits

 

Nuclear Chem

Fission/Fusion

Quanta and wave/particle duality

McRel Science Topic 28. Nuclear reactions and forces

Particle penetration

Natural and artificial radiation and decay

 

Thermo

Entropy

Heat and temperature

McRel Science Topic 47. States of matter

Thermal equilibrium and laws

expansion, specific heat and internal energy

 

Astronomy

McRel Science Topic 52. The Sun and other stars

McRel Science Topic 51. The Solar System

McRel Science Topic 53. The universe   

McRel Science Topic 26. Motion of the Earth and Moon

McRel Science Topic 1. Ability to support life   

McRel Science Topic 21. Gravity    

 

Anatomy & Physiology

Material Science

Computer Science

Fluids

Plant Biology

Animal Biology

Marine Biology



Social Studies Power Standards


 

American Studies

Discuss the impact of the United States’ contributions to the ideals of democracy and representative government on world affairs.

Analyze the roots and application of the federal system of government by examining key documents and events.

Explore attitudes toward diversity held by groups and individuals.

Examine the impact of social class on life in the U.S.

* One additional standard of personal choice

 

Civics

Investigate how knowledgeable and engaged citizens have acted to preserve and extend their liberties.

Examine how institutions and individuals make, apply, and enforce rules and laws.

Analyze the evolution of the United States Constitution as a living document.

 

Economics

Conceptualize how events in the business cycle impact individual lives.

Explain how the economy over time has shaped the distribution of wealth.

Explain how the allocation of resources impact productivity and ultimately economic growth.

Recognize the economic indicators that create or reflect changes in the business cycle.

 

World Studies

* 5 standards from the elective list, applied to global perspectives

 

Standards from http://www.nheon.org/

 

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