PTHS Curriculum Guide 2026-2027

Freshman Grade Level Expectations

By the end of 9th grade, a PTHS freshman will be able to show proficiency in the ability to:

Adaptive Learners : ●​ Gather information and use it to make claims. ●​ Read, comprehend, and make inferences from texts. ●​ Analyze and interpret information.

●​ Practice various assessment strategies. ●​ Use models and tools to solve problems.

Global Thinkers : ●​ Write a five paragraph theme, using 8-11 sentences per paragraph. ●​ Complete a task collaboratively. ●​ Communicate a concept through written, visual, and verbal means. ●​ Identify connections between various disciplines. ●​ Identify academic strengths and areas for improvement. Responsible Citizens : ●​ Be aware of opportunities available to become engaged in the school community. ●​ Show awareness of their social and emotional learning.

Sophomore Grade Level Expectations

By the end of 10th grade, a PTHS sophomore will be able to show proficiency in the ability to:

Adaptive Learners : ●​ Read, comprehend, and make inferences from texts. ●​ Develop active listening, aural, and visual skills. ●​ Use explanations and models to evaluate a solution. ●​ Collect, analyze, and interpret data. ●​ Practice test taking strategies on assessments.

Global Thinkers : ●​ Research and use support in fully developed writings of approximately 2-3 pages. ●​ Communicate effectively through technical documents, verbal explanations, written reflections, or peer collaboration. ●​ Identify a problem and construct a solution to that problem using data. ●​ Understand connections between the various disciplines. Responsible Citizens : ●​ Engage in events and curriculum in the school community. ●​ Explore and understand ways to foster peer and self social and emotional growth. ●​ Plan, implement, and evaluate one’s participation in activities and organizations that improve school climate.

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