Band

All band courses meet the Fine Arts requirement of the Core 40 Diploma with Academic Honors

*INTERMEDIATE CONCERT BAND               0817

(Freshman Concert Band)

2 Semesters   2 Credits        Grade: 9

Prerequisite: Currently enrolled in a band class or by permission of the instructor

Fee: $45

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4168]  This developmental course is open to all freshmen students who play a band instrument at an intermediate level. Emphasis is placed on tone, technique development and sight reading. Participation in the ISSMA Solo/Ensemble contest is encouraged. Interested students may audition (in January) for the marching band. The band performs several times during the year.

*INTERMEDIATE CONCERT BAND               0819

(Concert Band)

2 Semesters   2 Credits        Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Currently enrolled in a band class or by permission of the instructor

Fee: $45

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4168]  This concert band class is open to all Penn students who play a band instrument at an intermediate proficiency or better. Emphasis is placed on tone, technique development and sight reading. Participation in the ISSMA Solo/Ensemble contest is encouraged. Interested students may audition (in January) for the marching band. The band performs several times during the year.

*ADVANCED CONCERT BAND                      0839

(Symphonic Band)

2 Semesters   2 Credits        Grade: 10-12

Prerequisite: Audition or permission of the instructor.

Fee: $45

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4170]  This advanced concert band class is available by audition to Penn students who play a band instrument at an upper intermediate to advanced level. Emphasis is placed on tone, technique development and sightreading. Advanced performance techniques are emphasized. Participation in the ISSMA Solo/Ensemble contest is encouraged. Serious band literature is selected from a variety of periods in music history. Private lessons are highly encouraged.

*ADVANCED CONCERT BAND                      0841

(Symphonic Winds)

2 Semesters   2 Credits        Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite: Audition or permission of the instructor

Fee: $45

This course is weighted on a 4.5 scale.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4170]  This advanced band is considered the top concert band at Penn High School. The band represents Penn High School in public performances and competitions. Advanced performance techniques are emphasized. Serious band literature is selected from a variety of periods of music history. Private lessons are required. All State Band participation is highly encouraged. This ensemble typically performs more concerts than other Penn Concert Bands.

*PERCUSSION STUDIES                            0823

2 Semesters   2 Credits        Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of three years in Middle School band as a percussionist or currently enrolled in Percussion Studies

Fee: $45

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4162]  The percussion studies class is comprised of students who have completed three years of middle school band as a percussionist or have successfully completed previous years of percussion studies. Students meet as a separate class to learn percussion techniques and reading skills for a wide variety of percussion instruments and literature. All students will perform with one of three concert bands (817, 819 or 839) for all concerts and contests. There will be 4-5 required performances throughout the year.

*ADVANCED PERCUSSION STUDIES        0825

2 Semesters   2 Credits        Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite: Audition or by permission of the instructor

Fee: $45

This course is weighted on a 4.5 scale.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4162]  The advanced percussion studies class is comprised of students who have completed three years of middle school band as a percussionist or have successfully completed previous years of percussion studies. Students meet as a separate class to learn percussion techniques and reading skills for a wide variety of percussion instruments and advanced literature. All students will perform with one of two concert bands (839 or 841) for all concerts and contests. There will be several required performances throughout the year. Private lessons are required.

*INTERMEDIATE JAZZ ENSEMBLE               0827

2 Semesters   2 Credits        Grades: 9-12

Prerequisites: Must be enrolled in Symphonic or Concert Band and permission of instructor

Fee: $20

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4164]  This course is open to students also enrolled in an Intermediate or Advanced Concert Band. Pianists, guitarists, and bassists may audition into the ensemble without participation in a concert band. Emphasis is placed on tone and technique development and sight-reading skills. Jazz theory and improvisation are included in the course of study. The group performs several times each year.

*ADVANCED JAZZ ENSEMBLE                     0829

2 Semesters   2 Credits        Grades: 10-12

Prerequisites: Must be enrolled in Symphonic or Concert Band and approved by audition

Fee: $20

This course is weighted on a 4.5 scale.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4164]  This course is available by audition to students also enrolled in an Intermediate or Advanced Concert Band. Pianists, guitarists, and bassists may audition into the ensemble without participation in a concert band. Emphasis is placed on tone and technique development and sight-reading skills. Jazz theory and improvisation are included in the course of study. The group performs several times each year. Students with previous instrumental study may enroll.

*INSTRUMENTAL CHAMBER MUSIC            0849

2 Semesters   2 Credits        Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite: Must be also enrolled in an appropriate band or orchestra class

Fee: $20.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4162]  This course is designed to offer advanced instrumental performers an opportunity to study and perform chamber music literature. String Quartet, wind/string combinations, and other chamber literature will be studied, arranged, rehearsed, and performed. These groups could perform many times per year at various places in the community.

*Attendance at concert performances is required.

Orchestra

All orchestra courses meet the Fine Arts requirement of the Core 40 Diploma with Academic Honors

*STRING ORCHESTRA                                0831

2 Semesters   2 Credits        Grades: 9-11

Prerequisite: Must be currently enrolled in an orchestra class or by permission of the instructor

Fee: $45.00 (includes a 12-month subscription to SmartMusic software)

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4172] String Orchestra is for Penn students who play a string instrument at an intermediate level.  Emphasis is placed on tone, technique development and sight-reading. Participation in ISSMA Solo/Ensemble contest is highly encouraged. This orchestra performs several times during the year.  Music is selected from classical, popular, folk, and new string literature. Private lessons are highly encouraged.

*CONCERT ORCHESTRA                                       0847

2 Semesters   2 Credits        Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite: Audition or by permission of the instructor

Fee: $45 (includes a 12-month subscription to SmartMusic software)

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4172] Concert Orchestra is for Penn students who play a string instrument at an intermediate proficiency or better.  Emphasis is placed on tone, technique development and sight-reading. Participation in ISSMA Solo/Ensemble contest is highly encouraged. This orchestra performs several times during the year.  Music is selected from classical, popular, folk, and new string literature. Private lessons are highly encouraged.

*SYMPHONIC ORCHESTRA                       0833

2 Semesters   2 Credits        Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite: Audition or by permission of the instructor

Fee: $45 (includes a 12-month subscription to SmartMusic software)

This course is weighted on a 4.5 scale.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4174] This advanced orchestra class is available by audition to Penn students who play a string instrument at an upper intermediate to advanced level. The Symphonic Orchestra represents Penn High School in public performances and competitions. Emphasis is placed on tone, technique development and sight-reading.  Advanced performance techniques are emphasized. Participation in ISSMA Solo/Ensemble contest is encouraged. Serious string and full orchestra literature is selected from a variety of periods in music history. Private lessons are highly encouraged.

INSTRUMENTAL CHAMBER MUSIC                     0849

2 Semesters     2 Credits      Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite: Must be also enrolled in an appropriate band or orchestra class

Fee: $20

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4162] This course is designed to offer advanced instrumental performers an opportunity to study and perform chamber music literature. String Quartet, wind/string combinations, and other chamber literature will be studied, arranged, rehearsed, and performed. These groups could perform many times per year at various places in the community.

*Attendance at concert performances is required.

Elective Music

All elective music courses meet the Fine Arts requirement of the Core 40 Diploma with Academic Honors.

ELECTRONIC MUSIC I & II                                                  0843/0844 (3038)

2 Semesters   2 Credits        Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite: Piano keyboard experience is helpful, but not necessary.

Fee: $32

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4202] This course will take an in-depth look at the growth of the synthesizer and other electronic instruments that have so greatly changed our contemporary music. Students will study the development of sound reinforcement and electronic music, and gain experience in MIDI, programming, sequencing, and audio recording. Computer technology will be recognized as the fast changing foundation of recording arts.

INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC THEORY                                           0821

1 Semester     1 Credit          Grades: 10-12

Workbook Purchase: $2

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4208] This one semester course is introductory course to our music theory curriculum.  It includes the study of the elements in music including aural and visual concepts in notation. This course is designed for the student who may be considering the further study of music after high school or for the student who desires an in-depth knowledge of the structure of music. Computers and software are utilized in the classroom.

MUSIC THEORY AND

COMPOSITION I & II                                                             0815/0816 (3039)

2 Semesters   2 Credits        Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite: Enrollment in an appropriate band, orchestra, or choir class, or have equivalent music instruction.*

*Subject to instructor approval

Fee: $2

Textbook Purchase:  TBD Approx. $109.06

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4208] This course is a study of the elements in music including aural and visual concepts in notation. This course is designed for the student who may be considering the further study of music after high school or for the student who desires an in-depth knowledge of the structure of music. Computers and software are utilized in the classroom.

AP MUSIC THEORY I & II                                                     0845/0846 (3040)

2 Semesters     2 Credits      Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite: Music Theory I 7 II (0815/0816) or pass the Final Exam for Music Theory I & II

Fee: $2  

Textbook Purchase: TBD Approx. $109.06

AP Fee: TBD by College Board, approx. $85.00

This course is weighted on a 5.0 scale.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4210] Advanced Placement Music Theory is designed for the able and ambitious high school student who is committed to the close study of music structure and who has the desire and determination to gain college credit or advanced placement in music while still in high school. To qualify to enroll to AP Music Theory, the student must successfully complete Music Theory I (course numbers 815 & 816), or possess a solid background in the skill areas of rhythm and notation reading (bass clef and treble clef) as well as scales and major key signatures. The focus of study is centered on techniques for aural and written analysis of music literature. All students enrolled in the course will take the Advanced Placement Music Theory exam in the spring.

DANCE

All dance courses meet the Fine Arts requirement of the Core 40 Diploma with Academic Honors

*DANCE PERFORMANCE I & II                                                             0835/0836

 (Beginning Level)                                                                                                    (3044)

2 Semesters 2 Credits        Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

Fee: $5     

Additional Cost:  Student must supply own dance apparel and shoes, approximately $80.00

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4146] This course is designed to introduce and develop understanding of dance concepts and terminology, and to develop beginning skills in ballet, jazz, modern and tap dance technique. Beginning choreographic elements and principles will be introduced. Student will participate in a performance as a culminating activity at the end of the course.

*DANCE CHOREOGRAPHY I & II                                                          0837/0838

(Intermediate Level)                                                                                                  (3045)

2 Semesters 2 Credits        Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite: Dance Performance I-II

Fee: $5     

Additional Cost:  Student must supply own dance apparel and shoes.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4142] This course is designed to continue development and application of ballet, modern, jazz, and tap techniques, concepts, and terminology. Intermediate choreographic elements and principles will be studied. Students will create and perform original choreography. They will participate in a concert performance as a culminating activity at the end of the course. Student choreography will be presented at this time.

*DANCE CHOREOGRAPHY III & IV                                          0853/0854 (3069)

(Intermediate Advanced)      

2 Semesters 2 Credits        Grades: 11-12

Prerequisite: Dance Performance I/II, Dance Choreography I/II

Fee: $5     

Additional Cost:  Student must supply own dance apparel and shoes.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4142] This course is designed to continue development at an intermediate advanced level of ballet, modern, tap and jazz.  This course will continue the development of dance composition while making connections to visual arts as well as dramatic and literacy arts.  Students will explore texture and tone color, create and play with rhythms and syncopation, explore emotion and character discovery.  Several performance opportunities will be given throughout the year to increase the student's appreciation of the role of a choreographer as well dance as a form of art.

*ADVANCED DANCE I/II                                                               0850/0851(3056)

(Advanced Level)

2 Semesters 2 Credits        Grades: 11-12

Prerequisites: Dance Performance I/II, Dance

Choreography I/II, Audition Required

Fee: $75   

Additional Cost:  Student must supply own dance apparel and shoes.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4146] This course is designed to continue the advanced development of ballet, modern, jazz and tap techniques. This course includes the study dance anatomy, dance nutrition, the elements of dance choreography as well as advanced dance terminology.  Students will create and perform original choreography. This course provides for more performance opportunities at school and in the community. They will participate in a concert performance as a culminating activity at the end of the course. Student choreography will be presented at the time.

*Attendance at concert performances is required.

CHORAL MUSIC

All choral music courses meet the Fine Arts requirement of the Core 40 Diploma with Academic Honors

*BEGINNING CHORUS                                            0801

(Singing Kingsmen)

2 Semesters     2 Credits      Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

Fee: $30

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4182] This boys’ course is designed to introduce and develop basic singing techniques, sight-reading skills and basic music theory concepts. Activities in this class create the development of quality repertoire in the diverse styles of choral literature appropriate in difficulty and range for the students. Students develop the ability to understand and convey the composer’s intent in order to connect the performer with the audience. Students must participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend learning in the classroom. No audition is required.

*BEGINNING CHORUS                                0803

(Bel Canto Chorus)

2 Semesters               2 Credits     Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

Fee: $30

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4182] This course is designed to introduce and develop basic singing techniques, sight-reading skills and basic music theory concepts. Activities in this class create the development of quality repertoire in the diverse styles of choral literature appropriate in difficulty and range for the students. Students develop the ability to understand and convey the composer’s intent in order to connect the performer with the audience. Students must participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend learning in the classroom. No audition is required.

*INTERMEDIATE CHORUS                         0805

(Singing Kingsmen)

2 Semesters               2 Credits     Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite: Beginning Chorus (Singing Kingsmen) or permission of instructor

Fee: $30 – Student must supply own performance shirt and shoes

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4186] This intermediate men's choir is designed to develop intermediate level singing techniques, sight-reading skills and music theory concepts. Activities in this class create the development of quality repertoire in the diverse styles of choral literature appropriate in difficulty and range for the students. Students develop the ability to understand and convey the composer’s intent in order to connect the performer with the audience. Students must participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend learning in the classroom. No audition is required.

*INTERMEDIATE CHORUS                                     0807

(Cantabile Chorus)

2 Semesters               2 Credits     Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite: Beginning Chorus or permission of instructor

Fee: $30

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4186] This intermediate choir is designed to develop intermediate level singing techniques, sight-reading skills and music theory concepts. Activities in this class create the development of quality repertoire in the diverse styles of choral literature appropriate in difficulty and range for the students. Students develop the ability to understand and convey the composer’s intent in order to connect the performer with the audience. Students must participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend learning in the classroom. No audition is required.

*ADVANCED CHORUS                         0809

(Bella Voce)

2 Semesters    2 Credits       Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite: Audition or Permission of Instructor

Fee: $35

This course is weighted on a 4.5 scale.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4188] This advanced choir studies advanced level singing techniques, sight-reading skills and music theory concepts. Activities in this class create the development of quality repertoire in the diverse styles of choral literature appropriate in difficulty and range for the students. Students develop the ability to understand and convey the composer’s intent in order to connect the performer with the audience. Students must participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend learning in the classroom. *Students meet as a class on alternate study hall periods.

*ADVANCED CHORUS                              0811

(Concert Choir)

2 Semesters               2 Credits     Grades: 11-12

Prerequisite: Audition or permission of instructor

Fee: $35

This course is weighted on a 4.5 scale.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4188] This advanced mixed choir studies advanced singing techniques, sight-reading skills and music theory concepts. Activities in this class create the development of quality repertoire in the diverse styles of choral literature appropriate in difficulty and range for the students. Students develop the ability to understand and convey the composer’s intent in order to connect the performer with the audience. Students must participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend learning in the classroom. *Students meet as a class on alternate study hall periods.

*ADVANCED CHORAL                                0813

(Rhapsody)                                                   

2 Semesters    2 Credits       Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite:  Audition and enrollment in Bella Voce or Concert Choir

Fee:  $120

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 4180] This group of advanced singers performs show, folk and swing music. The group is available for civic and community functions and makes numerous appearances during the year.  Students develop the ability to understand and convey the composer’s intent in order to connect the performer with the audience.  Students must participate in performance opportunities outside of the school day that support and extend learning in the classroom.

*VIVA VOCE                                                  0814

2 Semesters     2 Credits      Grades:  10-12

Prerequisites:  Audition and enrollment in Singing Kingsmen (Men) or Treble Choir (Women)

Fee:  $75

COURSE DESCRIPTION:  [IDOE 4180] This advanced-level choir is a group of 24-36 auditioned singers that also must be enrolled in Concert Choir and/or Women’s Chorale.  This choir specializes in early/Renaissance music and contemporary music of living composers.  Each year, this choir will commission music from composers to write music specifically for this ensemble.  Music literacy skills, including sight-singing and rhythmic reading, will be taught alongside music repertoire.

*Attendance at concert performances is required.

ENGLISH 9                                               0301
2 Semesters   2 Credits        Grade: 9
Prerequisite: None
Paperback Purchase: $29
Supplemental Fee: $5

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 1002] The focus of this course is to increase student understanding of our common humanity through literature and to develop reading, writing and speaking skills. A synthesis of all the components of language arts is emphasized: literature, composition, research, grammar, usage, mechanics, public speaking, and vocabulary. Assessments include narrative writing, summary writing, thesis-based essays, and journal writing. Students will study novels, short stories, poetry and drama and informational texts. English 9 students will complete multiple writing requirements including process papers and timed writing.

ENGLISH 9 HONORS              0305    

2 Semesters     2 Credits     Grade: 9

Supplemental Fee: $5
Paperback Purchase: $31

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 1002] This course is designed for the highly motivated student who has demonstrated a high reading level and a reasonable mastery of written and spoken English. The focus of this course is to increase student understanding of our common humanity through literature and to continue communication and skill development. A synthesis of all the components of language arts is emphasized: literature, composition, research, grammar, usage, mechanics, public speaking, and vocabulary. Assessments include narrative writing, summary writing, thesis-based essays, and journal writing. Students will study novels, short stories, poetry, drama and informational texts. Students will be expected to complete independent reading and writing, both in the summer and during the school year. English 9 Honors students will complete multiple writing requirements including process papers and timed writing.

BIOLOGY I                                              0905

2 Semesters      2 Credits     Grade: 9           

Prerequisite: None

Fees:  $8.00

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 3024] The course highlights how biology has both personal and global implications in human lives.  To help students develop into productive and responsible citizens, they will make connections between biological concepts and real life applications. Through regular laboratory investigations, projects, reading, research, group discussion, computer simulations, and videos, Biology I provides a study of four major themes:

·         Biochemistry and Cells –organic molecules, cellular components and functions

·         Ecology – the study of relationships between living organisms and the environment

·         Genetics – the study of heredity and inheritance of traits

·         Evolution- the mechanism for change over time and the diversity of life

This course fulfills a science requirement for Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors. Students taking this course will be required to participate in any state mandated exams.

BIOLOGY I (HONORS)                              0907

2 Semesters     2 Credits     Grades: 9

Prerequisite: Recommendation of guidance counselor/teacher and "B+" or better in the previous science course.

Recommendations: This course is recommended for students who will invest time outside of class studying, have strong study skills, and are motivated by challenging work.

Fees: $8

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 3024] The course highlights how biology has both personal and global implications in human lives.  To help students develop into productive and responsible citizens, they will make connections between biological concepts and real life applications. Through regular laboratory investigations, projects, reading, research, group discussion, computer simulations, and videos, Biology I Honors provides a study of four major themes:

·         Biochemistry and Cells –organic molecules, cellular components and functions

·         Ecology – the study of relationships between living organisms and the environment

·         Genetics – the study of heredity and inheritance of traits

·         Evolution- the mechanism for change over time and the diversity of life

This course will be much more challenging than any previous middle school course.  Students are expected to ask questions and participate in all class discussions and activities.  Strong reading, writing, organization, and study skills are required. This course fulfills a science requirement for Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors.  Students taking this course will be required to participate in any state mandated exams.

GEOGRAPHY AND HISTORY OF THE WORLD                                                    1105

2 Semesters   2 Credits        Grade: 9
Prerequisite: None
Supplementary Fee: $5

Geography and History of the World is a required course for graduation.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 1570] Students develop and use the six elements of geography to better understand current events and issues facing the world today. These elements are: The World in Spatial Terms, Places and Regions, Physical Systems, Human Systems, Environment and Society, and the Uses of Geography. Students will demonstrate an understanding of these elements of geography in the context of world history, primarily from 1450 to the present. This geographic and historical framework provides students a unique insight. This course will focus on fundamental questions, such as “Where is something? Why is it there? How did it get there? How does it interact with other things? What does it mean for the future? How does geography shape the past, present and future?” The primary subject matter is the Earth’s surface and the processes that shape it; the historical context connecting people and environments; the skills necessary to read maps, graphs and other geographic data; and the skills required to conduct research and improve writing skills.

HONORS GEOGRAPHY                         1169

2 Semesters   2 Credits        Grade: 9
Prerequisite: None
Supplementary Fee: $5

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 1570] Honors Geography focuses on integrating the spatial and ecological geographic perspectives. Using critical thinking, analysis and pre-AP style assessments the course aims to allow students to study the inter-dependency of the Earth’s physical and human systems, putting humans and the earth in context. The course supplements these perspectives with historic, economic, civic and cultural perspectives to frame a distinctly geographic way of looking at the world.

ALGEBRA I                                             0717

2 Semesters     2 Credits     Grade: 9

Prerequisite:  None                         

Fee:  $6

COURSE DESCRIPTION:  [IDOE 2520]     The Mathematics standards for Algebra I are made up of 5 strands: Real Numbers and Expressions; Functions; Linear Equations, Inequalities, and Functions; Systems of Equations and Inequalities; Quadratic and Exponential Equations and Functions; and Data Analysis and Statistics.  Algebra 1 is a required course for graduation.

ALGEBRA II HONORS                          0713

2 Semesters    2 Credits      Grade: 9

Prerequisite:  Algebra I and Geometry H with a “B” average or higher

Fee: $3

COURSE DESCRIPTION:  [IDOE 2522] The Mathematics standards for Algebra II are made up of 5 strands: Complex Numbers and Expressions; Functions; Systems of Equations; Quadratic Equations and Functions; Exponential & Logarithmic Equations and Functions; Polynomial, Rational, and Other Equations and Functions; and Data Analysis, Statistics, and Probability. This course is for students with superior performance in math.  Compared to Algebra II, the pace of this course is accelerated and topics are covered in greater depth. Students will gain experience using the graphing calculator.  A scientific calculator is required and a graphing calculator is highly recommended.

GEOMETRY ACCELERATED                      0725

2 Semesters     2 Credits      Grade:  9

Prerequisite:  Algebra I with an A or B in middle school.

Fee: $4

COURSE DESCRIPTION: [IDOE 2532]    This course is for students who completed Algebra I in middle school with an A or B.  The Mathematics standards for Geometry are made up of 5 strands: Logic and Proofs; Points, Lines, Angles, and Planes; Triangles; Quadrilaterals and Other Polygons; Circles; Transformations; and Three-dimensional Solids.   Algebra Skills will be reviewed in this course.   A scientific calculator is required.

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GAPP is a three-week study program in Germany that requires the students to speak German with their German partner/counterpart. American students stay at their German partner’s house, go to school (in the summer), and reciprocate in the fall when the Germans come to the United States. This is an exchange program, not a tour/travel program.
 
Eligibility Requirements: German II & III – sophomores and juniors (will not take Freshmen or Seniors).
 
Sponsor/Coach Name: Elizabeth Dix.
 
Meets When: Approximately once every 3 weeks for about 2 hours. After selection, there are periodic meetings in the fall and then once every 2-3 weeks in the spring until the trip.  
 
 Where:   German Classroom.
 
Membership Limit: 18.
 
Procedure for Joining:   Fill out application in the fall of 10th or 11th grade, take German, be a good student/citizen, and cross your fingers.
 
ALL EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITY INITIAL MEETINGS AND SIGN UP TIMES ARE ANNOUNCED IN THE WRITTEN ANNOUNCEMENTS AND PNN EVERYDAY. YOU CAN SEE THE DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS ON THE PENN HIGH SCHOOL WEBSITE ON THE UPPER LEFT CORNER – “TODAY’S ANNOUNCEMENTS”. 
 

Sponsor: Polly Corpe.

Meets When: Gold 2 on Gold Mondays.

Meets Where: Room 256.