High School Course of Study Night
Introduction of Staff & Students
High School West Administration
Principal: Dr. John Burns
Assistant Principals: Ms. Genene Barnes Mr. Aaron Burt
Mrs. Donean Chinn Parker
Mrs. Elisa Lomon
Ms. Carole Roskoph
Athletics: Mr. Mike Beirao
Special Education Supervisor: Mr. Marc Wiseley
Counselors:
High School East: Darren Gamel, Carli Clements, Yolanda McClain High School West: Christie Robertson, Todd Powers, Cynthia Snowden
High School West Student Speakers:
Benjamin Manns
Gabrielle Creighton
Freshmen Registration Information
HS Course Selection Booklet
▸ Go to www.chclc.org
▸ Click on the Academics tab at the top
▸ Click on High School Course Selection Booklet
Course Requirements for Graduation
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Subject |
Credits |
Years |
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English |
20 |
4 years |
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Social Studies (World Civilization, US History I & II) |
15 |
3 years |
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Mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry, 1 additional) |
15 |
3 years |
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Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) |
15 |
3 years |
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Physical Education and Health |
20 |
4 years |
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World Language |
5 |
1 year |
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Visual and Performing Arts |
5 |
1 year |
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21st Century Career and Life Skills |
5 |
1 year |
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Financial Literacy |
2.5 |
½ year |
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African American Studies |
2.5 |
½ year |
CORE COURSES
English Math Science
Social Studies
World Language
ADDITIONAL COURSES
Health and Physical Education*
Elective
Elective (or Study Hall)
Lunch (fixed for all students)
Total: 35 or 40 credits
- Required every year a student is enrolled in school
Course Levels
AP Advanced Placement
H Honors
A Accelerated
R Regular (Math and English only)
*additional levels and programs are available based on IEP determination
Rotating Daily Schedule (Traditional)
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PERIOD |
DAY 1 |
DAY 2 |
DAY 3 |
DAY 4 |
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1 |
A |
D |
C |
B |
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2 |
B |
A |
D |
C |
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3 |
C |
B |
A |
D |
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LB 1 |
lunch/break |
lunch/break |
lunch/break |
lunch/break |
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LB 2 |
lunch/break |
lunch/break |
lunch/break |
lunch/break |
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4 |
E |
H |
G |
F |
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5 |
F |
E |
H |
G |
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6 |
G |
F |
E |
H |
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PERIOD |
DAY 5 |
DAY 6 |
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1 |
A |
C |
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2 |
B |
D |
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LB 1 |
lunch/break |
lunch/break |
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LB 2 |
lunch/break |
lunch/break |
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4 |
E |
G |
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5 |
F |
H |
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Course Sequence Note: Students can move across levels. |
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Grade 12 |
French 5A Spanish 5A |
AP French AP Spanish |
AP German AP Italian AP Latin AP Chinese |
Level 4 (H, A) Chinese, French, German, Italian, Latin, or Spanish |
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Grade 11 |
Level 4 (H, A) Spanish or French |
Level 3 (H, A) Chinese, French, German, Italian, Latin or Spanish |
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Grade 10 |
Level 3 (H, A) Spanish or French |
Level 2 (H, A) Chinese, French, German, Italian, Latin or Spanish |
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Grade 9 |
Level 2 (H, A) Spanish or French |
Level 1 (H, A) Chinese, French, German, Italian, Latin or Spanish |
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Continue Spanish or French |
Start a new language |
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Languages Offered |
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Chinese (East only) French German (East only) Italian (West only) Latin Spanish Spanish for Heritage Speakers |
New Jersey Seal of Biliteracy
Students can earn the Seal of Biliteracy by demonstrating proficiency in a World Language and English. The seal appears on student transcripts
as a recognition of achievement
In language study.
Electives
▸ Elective courses are worth either 2.5 or 5 credits
▸ Students are requested to select two alternates for every elective chosen. When choosing two alternate electives for each first elective choice, choose those that correspond to either 2.5 or 5 credits.
▸ Elective courses may not run due to insufficient enrollments and alternate selections will be used to fill a schedule. Upperclassmen may be given preference in elective classes.
▸ Base elective choices on the courses, not teachers or periods.
New Courses in the Course of Study
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Quantitative Reasoning |
Math |
9-12 |
5 credits |
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Data Science |
Math |
9-12 |
5 credits |
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Production and Media: Broadcasting III |
English |
10-12 |
5 credits |
Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC)
Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC)
▸ designed to develop citizens of character
▸ dedicated to serving their nation and community
▸ provides citizenship training
▸ includes aerospace, science and leadership classes
Athletics
www.chclc.org/athletics
▸ Multiple sports offerings
▸ Physicals (required)
▸ Online registration
▸ Activity fee
▸ Athletic schedules
▸ All athletic registrations are done through the Genesis Parent Portal
NCAA Eligibility
▸ Core course eligibility requirements for Division I & II athletics
▸ Guidance counselors are available to support students and families through this process
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Open Enrollment
▸ Done through Genesis
▸ Please indicate your home-school
▸ Add school choice on the registration form
▸ Electronic parent signature required
▸ Due February 28th to the Guidance Department
Cherry Hill High School East
Thursday, February 1, 2024 (In-person)
Snow Date: Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Cherry Hill High School West
Wednesday, January 24, 2024 (In-person)
Snow Date: Thursday, January 25, 2024
Evenings begin at 7:00PM
Course Selection at the Middle School
High School Guidance Counselors
Visit the Middle Schools
Rosa – Friday, January 5, 2024
Carusi – Thursday, January 11, 2024
Beck - Friday, January 12, 2024
Camden County Technical Schools
8th Grade Registration for 2024-2025 closed January 1st Open Houses For Current 7th grade students: Gloucester Township Campus (MUST BE PRE-
REGISTERED - Portal will open in April)
May 2, 2024 - Session 1 at 6:00 pm Session 2 at 7:00 pm
Pennsauken Campus (Must BE PRE_REGISTERED -
Portal will open in April)
May 9, 2024 - Session 1 at 6:30om
Questions and Answers
Our panelists are available to answer any questions that you have.
If you have additional questions please reach out to your child’s guidance counselor.