PORTLAND HIGH
SCHOOL
Affirmative
Action Policy
It is the policy of the
Portland Public School System and Portland High School in particular to ensure
affirmative action and equality of educational and employment opportunities to
all students regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, marital status,
religion, age, sexual orientation or disability in accordance with all federal
and state legislation relative to discrimination.
This policy of non-discrimination applies to all student educational facilities, programs, and activities including, but not limited to the following: admission to programs and activities; access to course enrollment; access to and use of comparable school facilities; counseling and guidance programs and activities; student rules and regulations, student services, benefits, scholarships and employment assistance; treatment as married and/or pregnant student; and any school sponsored extra-curricular activities.
Any inquiries regarding this
policy can be made to Joline Hart, Affirmative Action Officer, Portland Public
Schools, 196 Allen Avenue, Portland, Maine 04103, Telephone (207) 874-8119, or
to the Maine Human Rights Commission, Augusta, Maine, or to the Office of Civil
Rights, Department of Education, Washington, D.C.
PORTLAND HIGH SCHOOL
COURSE SELECTION GUIDE
2007
2008
Portland High School,
located at the heart of the citys peninsula, is striding toward the future in
close step with the exciting growth and changes in Portland. It has a prime location and students have
access to many of the citys best cultural and commercial resources. These resources range from the modern
public library and art museum to the bustling waterfront and Old Port
area.
STUDENTS LEARN AND EARN
RESPECT
Portland High School is
committed to developing strong and mutual respect between students, teachers,
and the community. Discipline,
which is firm and consistent, teaches students respect for themselves and for
others. An extraordinary number of
outstanding teachers challenge students to strive for
excellence.
PHS HAS A PROUD
HISTORY
Portland High School, a
National Landmark, is the second oldest public high school in the United
States. It was first opened on
Exchange Street in 1821. In 1863,
the school moved into what is now only the middle wing of the massive building
on Cumberland Avenue. The newer
wings were added around 1917. The
school completed renovation and expansion in 1991 to better meet the needs of
its population.
Notable Portland High School
graduates include Admiral Robert E. Perry, who discovered the North Pole, Thomas
B. Reed, who was speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, and John Ford,
who was a giant among movie directors.
Extra-curricular awards and
high achievement are the rule rather than the exception at PHS. From math team victories and National
Merit Finalists to a bevy of athletic championships, PHS students consistently
represent their school with high caliber performances.
COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM
Portland High School offers
quality educational programs that are designed to meet the needs of all
students. Included are Advanced
Placement, Honors, College, Special Education, and Vocational Technical
programs. Students are encouraged
to become involved in the PHS community through participation in clubs and
various extra-curricular activities.
GRADUATION
REQUIREMENTS
To earn a Portland High diploma, a student must successfully complete a minimum of 41 credits. One credit is granted for a one-semester course, and two credits are granted for a year-long course.
|
English |
|
|
Mathematics |
6
credits |
|
Science
|
6 credits
|
|
Social
Studies |
6
credits |
|
Physical
Education |
2
credits |
|
Fine
Arts |
2
credits |
|
Health |
1
credit |
|
Electives |
10
credits |
College preparatory students
should take at least two years of foreign language.
Every Portland High School student must select six ( 6 ) courses each semester.
Exceptions are made for those students enrolled in PATHS, Cooperative Education, or Ballet.
Credit cannot be granted twice for the same course.
Courses for which Fine Arts
credit is granted:
Semester Courses for 1
Credit |
Year Courses for 2
Credits | ||
Course
# |
Course
Name |
Course
# |
Course
Name |
|
2151 |
Public
Speaking |
2601 |
Art
1 |
|
2158 |
Creative
Writing |
2602 |
Art
2 |
|
2159 |
Drama
Workshop-Fall |
2603 |
Art 3 Studio
Art |
|
2160 |
Drama
Workshop-Spring |
2604 |
Art 4 Advanced
Studio |
|
2161 |
Musical Theatre
Workshop |
2650 |
Orchestra |
|
2606 |
Art
Fundamentals |
2651 |
Band |
|
2613 |
Drawing |
2650 |
Chorus |
|
2617 |
Clay
1 |
2664 |
Chamber
Choir |
|
2618 |
Clay
2 |
|
|
|
2620 |
Sculpture |
|
|
|
2655 |
Intro to
Piano |
|
|
|
2657 |
Guitar |
|
|
|
2658 |
Guitar
2 |
|
|
|
2659 |
Enjoyment of
Music |
|
|
|
2880 |
Housing and Interior
Design |
|
|
|
2884 |
Folk
Art-Fall |
|
|
|
2885 |
Folk
Art-Spring |
|
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IMPORTANT THINGS TO NOTE
Students may
choose to take courses offered at PATHS (Portland Arts and Technology High
School) for two blocks each day.
Interested students should see their Guidance Counselors for more
information.
PATHS Course Listings:
Auto Collision Technology
Automotive Technology
Carpentry
Commercial Art
Culinary Concepts
Early Childhood Occupations
Electricity/Alternate Energy
Fashion Marketing
Fast Foods
Graphic Arts and Printing
Health Science Careers
Horticulture
Hospitality
Lodging Management Program
Manufacturing Technology
Masonry
Plumbing and Heating
Technology
Video Technology/Multi-Media
Web Programming Technologies
Welding/Metal Fabrication
Woodworking
The Arts Academy at
PATHS
Music
Dance
PORTLAND HIGH
SCHOOL
COURSE
SELECTION GUIDE
Table of
Contents
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Art...................................................................................................................................
...... Business
Education and
Technology
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.. Consumer
and Family
Living
................................................................................................ English
for Speakers of Other
Languages
........................................................................... Foreign
Language
................................................................................................................
Health.......................................................................................................................................
Language
Arts
English..........................................................................................................
English
Electives......................................................................................................
.. Mathematics............................................................................................................................. Music........................................................................................................................................ Physical
Education................................................................................................................... Science.................................................................................................................................... Social
Studies
Social
Studies Electives
.. Special
Education.................................................................................................
. Co-Operative
Education........................................................................................................... JMG
School to Work Program
Restricted
Electives: AEP - ACO -
CAL............................
...
. Portland
Arts and Technology High School Programs
PATHS.......................................
..
The Arts Academy at
PATHS
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Art
Elective
Courses
Course Title: Art Fundamentals
Course Number:
2606
Prerequisites:
None
Credit:
1 Fine Arts Credit, 1 semester
Open to:
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Description:
Art Fundamentals is a semester class which is an introduction to the
Art
program. Students will focus
on the elements of art and the principles
of design through drawing, painting, and design projects. This includes
required drawing of the human figure and self-portraits. Art Fundamentals
is a prerequisite for Drawing, Sculpture, and Clay.
Course
Title:
Drawing
Course Number:
2613
Prerequisites:
Completion of Art Fundamentals or Art 1.
Credit:
1 Fine Arts Credit, 1 semester
Open to:
Grades 10, 11, 12
Description:
Drawing is an in-depth class focusing on 2-D work in a variety of
media.
Students will use any or all of the following materials: pencil, conte,
pen
and ink, scratchboard, watercolor, charcoal, and pastels. The
curriculum includes figure drawing and
self-portraits.
Course
Title:
Clay 1
Course Number:
2617
Prerequisites:
Completion of Art Fundamentals or Art 1.
Credit:
1 Fine Arts Credit, 1 semester
Open to:
Grades 10, 11, 12
Description:
Students will be introduced to hand building techniques, such
as
pinch, coil, and slab, and learn how to work on the pottery wheel. Projects
include clay reliefs, vessels and sculpture.
Course
Title:
Clay 2
Course Number:
2618