Program of Studies - Hunterdon Central Regional High School

number patterns, tables, and graphs through linear equations. Problem solving and HSPA preparation are themes
throughout the course. Students are placed in this section based upon recommendation by members of the ELL
committee.
#304 ESL – PRE-ALGEBRA 1B - 5 CREDITS (MTH 314 ESL PREALG 1B)
Grade: 9-11
Prerequisite: Must be a student in the ELL program
Recommendation: “Below Proficient” on the NJASK8
This course is the second in a three-course sequence designed to teach English Language Learning students who did
not meet proficiency on the NJASK8 and/or are in need of furthering their Algebra 1 readiness skills. This course
reinforces concepts covered on the HSPA as well as the core concepts expected to be mastered on the Algebra 1 End of
Course Exam. Problem solving, number sense, data analysis, and HSPA preparation are themes that are blended
within the core content that is focused on preparing students for success in Algebra 1. Students are placed in this
section based upon recommendation by members of the ELL committee.
#324 ESL - ACADEMIC GEOMETRY - 5 CREDITS (MTH 324 ESL ACD GEOM)
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: #304ESL Pre-Algebra 1B
This course is a continuation of #304 Pre-Algebra 1B. Topics studied include numerical operations, geometry and
measurement, patterns and algebra. Problem solving is a theme woven throughout the course in an effort to encourage
higher-level thinking skills, with an emphasis on the study of geometric topics. This course covers the topics from a
standard geometry course, especially as they pertain to the High School Proficiency Assessment (HSPA).
SOCIAL STUDIES
#101 ESL - UNITED STATES HISTORY 1 ESL FOUNDATIONS - 5 CREDITS (SOC 101ESL US HISTORY 1
ESL)
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite: Students seeking entrance in US History 1 ESL Foundations must be recommended by their ESL
teacher following successful completion of the English as a Second Language Port of Entry program and
demonstration of English language proficiency assessments.
This course is open to students who have completed the ESL Port of Entry course at Hunterdon Central Regional High
School and who require study of the cultural foundations of U.S. history and government before entering U.S. History
1. The only students who are eligible for entrance into this team-taught course are students recommended by the ESL
faculty following successful completion of English language proficiency assessments in their ESL Port of Entry class.
This course provides 5.0 elective credits in social studies, but does not satisfy New Jersey High School graduation
requirements in social studies.
#101 ESL2 - UNITED STATES HISTORY 1ESL- 5 CREDITS (SOC 101ESL2 USHIST 1)
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of U.S. History 1 ESL Foundation
This course is a team-taught class designed to provide intensive instruction in both English language and United States
History for students with limited English proficiency. The only students who will be placed in this class are those who
have successfully completed United States History 1 ESL Foundations. Students will investigate the history of the
United States from the period after the Civil War to 1920, emphasizing the improvement of oral and written
communication skills, research skills and social participation skills. Successful completion of this course will provide
5.0 credits towards meeting the 15.0 credit requirement in social studies for high school graduation in New Jersey.
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