PTHS Student Handbook 2024-2025
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.
Sophomore Required Courses of Study
Department
Courses
English
English I, English II, Rhet II
Science
Biology, Earth Science, Chemistry
Mathematics
Concepts in Algebra, Algebra, Plane Geometry, Geometry, Algebra II, Algebra II/Trig.
Physical Education
Activities or Weights (¼), Driver Education (¼), Health (½), Band PE Waiver
Sophomore Electives
Department
Courses
Social Studies
Illinois Studies (½), World Geography (½), AP US History w/Rhet II
Fine Arts/Foreign Language
Band, Chorus, Spanish I or II, Art I or II, Music Theory
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