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The Shelton High School community
believes that a safe, respectful atmosphere
must be established and maintained for all
students to achieve excellence and become
responsible citizens. Within this
environment, we expect all students to be
engaged learners and critical thinkers who
demonstrate technological literacy.
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A respectful, safe atmosphere must be established and
maintained for successful teaching and learning;
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Students, staff and parents, in cooperation with
community members, must share responsibility in the
teaching and learning process;
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A rigorous curriculum must be provided to
accommodate and challenge students in order to
prepare them to participate productively in a global
society;
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Instruction must provide students opportunities for all
students to work independently and collaboratively.
Academic, Social and Civic Competencies:
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Reads and writes effectively
Researches effectively to investigate
topics
 Thinks critically to solve problems
 Presents information and ideas
fluently
 Participates actively in civic life
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a student’s intellect at the
appropriate academic level
 Providing
opportunities to explore new
interests
 Allowing
students to make informed
career and post secondary choices
The SHS PTSO is committed to parent, teacher, and
student involvement in high school life and promotes
cooperation and conversation with all parties.
They support school activities and sponsor informative
programs pertinent to SHS students and parents such
as the:
 Post Prom
 College Fair
 PTSO Scholarships
 Science Fair
 Eighth Grade Open
 Conversations with the
House
Headmaster
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Headmaster – Dr. Beth A. Smith
Houses 1, 2, and 3
- Housemasters – Mr. John Skerritt, Mrs.
Carolyn Ivanoff , and Mr. James Colandrea
School Counselors
1 - Mrs. Barbara Clifford, Mrs. Lynn Giordano
2 - Mrs. Casey DeGennaro, Ms. Lisa Papa
3 - Mr. Erik Martire, Ms. Lisa Sapienza
Career Center-K-12 School Counselor Curriculum
Leader - Mrs. Kathleen Riddle
Athletic Office – Director of Athletics
-Mr. John Niski
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Headmaster
Housemasters
Certified Teachers
Curriculum Leaders
Advanced Placement Coordinator
Athletic Director
Library/Media Specialists
School Counselors
School Psychologists
Speech/Language Pathologists
Social Workers
Instructional Tutors
Paraprofessionals
Reading Consultant
Job Coaches
Security Guards
School Resource Officer
Nurses
Secretaries
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English
4.0 credits
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Mathematics
3.0 credits
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Social Studies
3.0 credits
1.0 in United States History I/AP US
History; and .5 in US History II and .5
Civics or 1.0 in AP Government
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Science
4.0 credits
at least 1.5 in Biology, plus an additional
lab science course and 1 additional credit
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Fine Arts/Career Tech Ed
Physical Education
Health Education
Additional Course Credits
Community Service
CAPSTONE Senior Project
1.0 credit
1.0 credit
.5 credit
7.5 credits
.4 credit
1.0 credit
Total credits required to obtain a SHS Diploma:
25.4 credits
Community Service
 Students will be required to complete 10 hours
of community service per year, a total of 40
hours prior to graduation.
CAPSTONE Project
 CAPSTONE is designed to be the culminating
experience of the students’ high school
education in Shelton, an opportunity for
him/her to demonstrate mastery of the key
skills and attributes that are the foundation of
the Shelton Public School System.
 25.4 credits required
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Full year course = 1 credit
1/2 year course = .5 credit
Lab Sciences = 1.5 credits
Work Experience Internships= 2 credits
CAPSTONE Project = 1 credit
 Community Service Requirements for the
Class of 2021 = .4 credit (.1 each year)
HONORS
 Honors courses are closely aligned with the academic demands of
most four-year colleges and require exceptional proficiency in all
areas. Honors courses demand in-depth study and significant time out
of class for completion of independent reading and research and
preparation of comprehensive papers, reports and other assignments.
Teacher recommendation is based on the following criteria:
 The student is highly self-motivated and capable of extensive
independent study.
 The student is willing to extend beyond specific assignments.
 The student shows continual willingness to be challenged
intellectually through the use of critical thinking and complex
problem solving.
 Standardized test scores may be used to support placement as well.
COLLEGE PREPARATORY
 College Preparatory courses reflect the academic demands of
many four-year colleges and require proficiency in the skills
related to the field of study. Projects, reading and assignments
require a significant amount of time out of class to complete.
Teacher recommendation is based on the following criteria:
 The student demonstrates motivation and effort.
 The student demonstrates responsibility and promptly completes
independent reading and research.
 The student shows a willingness and ability to use critical thinking
and complex problem solving.
 Standardized test scores may be used to support placement as well.
ACADEMIC
 Academic courses offer students a solid foundation for a variety of
post-secondary options. Students who enroll in these courses are
taught strategies to further develop academic proficiency in the
subject area. Reinforcement of academic skills and motivation are
emphasized.
Teacher recommendation is based on the following criteria:
 The student shows a need to improve subject area proficiency.
 The student demonstrates a need to develop stronger academic
skills.
 The student demonstrates a need for reinforcement of problem
solving and critical thinking skills.
 Standardized test scores may be used to support placement as well.
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Advanced Placement (AP) is a rigorous academic program that
provides students with exposure to college-level work during
high school. Through these courses AP certified teachers assist
students to develop and apply the skills, abilities, and content
knowledge they will need later in college.
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AP courses culminate in a college-level assessment developed
and scored by college, university, and secondary school faculty.
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AP courses allows students to:
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Earn college credit while in high school.
Remain competitive in the college admission process.
Broaden intellectual horizons.
Build confidence in their readiness for college.
Gain a financial head start on college costs.
English: English Language and Composition,
English Literature and Composition
Mathematics: Calculus, Computer Science,
Statistics
Science: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental
Science, Physics I and II Algebra-Based
Social Studies: European History, Psychology, U.S.
Government & Politics, U.S. History, World
History
World Languages: Spanish Language
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UCONN ECE provides academically
motivated students the opportunity to:
 Take university classes while in high school
 Preview college work
 Build confidence in their readiness for
college
 Earn college credit
 Get a financial head-start on a college
degree
CTE: Engineering – 3 UCONN Credits
English: Seminar in Academic Writing- 4 UCONN Credits
Mathematics: Calculus I and II- 8 UCONN Credits
Music: Music Appreciation- 3 UCONN Credits; Fundamentals of
Music- 3 UCONN Credits
Science: General Physics I & II- 8 UCONN Credits
Social Studies: Principles of Macro Economics- 3 UCONN Credits;
Principles of Micro Economics- 3 UCONN Credits
World Languages: French - 3 UCONN Credits; Intermediate
Spanish Composition- 3 UCONN Credits; Spanish
Conversation: Cultural Topics- 3 UCONN Credits
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The CCP at HCC program provides students with an
enhanced program of study that prepares them for
careers in several fields.
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The goals are to have students develop the skills
needed for the work force of the twenty-first century,
to explore career options, and to pursue advance
study beyond high school.
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Students can earn college credits, which can be
applied toward the Associate Degree at any
Connecticut community college. The credits are also
transferable to other colleges at the discretion of the
college.
Business and Finance Education
 HCC Financial Accounting – H
 HCC Marketing – H
 English I
 Honors, College Preparatory, Academic, &
Special Education
English is a four year requirement at SHS.
Students must successfully complete English I,
II, III, IV in succession as a requisite for
graduation.
*Acting I, *Acting II, AP English Language and
Composition, AP English Literature and
Composition, *Classical Mythology, *Creative
Writing I, *Creative Writing II, English I, English II,
English III, English IV, English for Speakers of
Other Languages, *Fiction and Film, *Imaginary
Worlds, *Introduction to Theatre, Journalism I,
Journalism II, *Playwriting, *Reading Strategies,
*SAT Preparation, *Shakespeare’s Comedies,
*Speech & Communication, UCONN Seminar in
Academic Writing, *World Mythology, Yearbook
Journalism
 Modern World History - Honors, College
Preparatory, Academic
 AP World History
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Social Studies has a three credit requirement for
graduation, which must include 1.0 in United
States History I/AP US History; and .5 in US
History II and .5 Civics or 1.0 in AP Government
AP European History, AP Psychology, AP United
States Government & Politics, AP United States
History, AP World History, * Civics,
*Connecticut History, *Cultural Anthropology,
*Current World Events, *Forensic and Legal
Psychology, *Geography, *History Through
Film, *Modern Culture Through Hip Hop,
*Psychology, *Sociology, *UCONN Principles of
Macroeconomics, *UCONN Principles of
Microeconomics, United States History I,
*United States History II, Modern World
History, *You and the Law
 Algebra I – Honors, College Preparatory,
& Academic
 Algebra II – Honors, College
Preparatory, & Academic
 Integrated Math – Academic
Mathematics has a three credit
requirement for graduation.
Algebra I, Algebra II, Algebraic Topics for
Seniors, AP Calculus AB, AP Computer
Science, AP Statistics, Applied Math,
Calculus, Geometry, Integrated Math,
*Math Strategies for Success, Math with
Business Applications, Precalculus,
Probability and Statistics, Programming I,
*SAT Prep Math, *Sports and Statistics,
Trigonometry, UCONN Calculus
 Biology I/Lab
 Advanced Placement, Honors,
College Preparatory, Academic
Science has a four credit requirement
for graduation, which must include
Biology I/Lab and an additional lab
science plus one additional credit.
*Agricultural Systems from Global to Local,
Anatomy and Physiology/Lab, AP Biology, AP
Chemistry, AP Environmental Science, AP Physics 1
and 2 Algebra-Based, Applied Research, Biology
I/Lab, Biology II, Chemistry I/Lab, Conceptual
Chemistry/Lab, Conceptual Physics I/Lab,
*Environmental Science, *Forensic Science, Forensic
Science/Lab, Fundamentals of Health Science/Lab,
*Genetics, *Herpetology, *Human Body, *Marine
Science, *Meteorology/Weather, Physics I/Lab,
*Space Frontiers, UCONN Physics
 Shelton High School offers a continuum of Special Education
and related services to meet the individual needs of identified
students. In accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities
Education Act (IDEA), students receive their instruction in the
Least Restrictive Environment. Recommendation to all Special
Education classes is made via the Planning and Placement Team
(PPT) process.
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 Collaborative Classes
 Adjusted Curriculum
 Behavior Therapeutic Classes
 Life Skill Classes
 Additional services could include:
 Physical Therapy
 Occupational Therapy
 Speech and Language Therapy
 Counseling Services
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AP Spanish Language, Spanish I, Spanish II, Spanish
III, Spanish IV, Spanish for Native Speakers, UCONN
Intermediate Spanish Composition, UCONN Spanish
Conversation
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Italian I, Italian II, Italian III, Italian IV
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French I, French II, French III, UCONN French
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Although a student is not required to take a world
language as a graduation requirement, most colleges
and universities require a minimum of 2 years of the
same world language for admission.
Business and Finance: Computer Applications, *Computer
Applications I, *Computer Applications II, *Entrepreneurship,
*Global Business Studies, Introduction to Business, *Investing
and the Stock Market, *Marketing Style, *Principles of
Accounting, *Personal Financial Planning, *Sports and
Entertainment Marketing
Family and Consumer Sciences: *Foods and Nutrition I, *Foods
and Nutrition II
Technology Education: *3D Animation II, *Basic CAD (Computer
Aided Design), *Construction Technology, *Graphic Arts,
*Introduction to 3D Animation, *Introduction to Engineering
and Design/Production, *Intermediate Video Game Design,
*Introduction to Video Game Design, *Manufacturing
Technology, *Mechanical 3D CAD, *Video and Photography,
Video Production
Business and Finance: * Business Management, Cooperative
Work Experience, HCC Financial Accounting, HCC
Marketing, *Introduction to Economics, *Law Studies,
Marketing I, Marketing II , *Marketing Yourself
Family and Consumer Sciences: *Baking and Pastry Arts,
*Culinary Arts, *Culinary Arts II, Hospitality/Food Service
Careers, *Regional and Ethnic Cuisine
Technology Education: *Advanced Video Game Design,
*Architecture, *Designer’s Workshop, *Digital Art Using
Photoshop, Engineering Principles, *Intermediate CAD,
Principles of Managerial Accounting, *Robotics, UCONN
Engineering
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*Advanced 2D Art Techniques
*Advanced Pottery
*Art Appreciation
Art Career Internship
*Art Foundations
*Art Journaling
*Crafts
*Designing Spaces
*Designer’s Workshop
*Drawing
Fine Art Photography
*Painting I
*Painting II
*Pottery
*Studio Art
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Chorale
Concert & Marching Band
Concert Choir
*Introduction to Piano Keyboarding
*Fundamentals of Music
*History of Jazz and Rock
*Music Appreciation I
*Music Appreciation II
Music Theory I
*Music Theory II
*Piano Keyboarding II
*Piano Keyboarding III
UCONN Fundamentals of Music with Music Theory I
*UCONN Music Appreciation 1001
Physical Education
 Graduation requirement in physical
education is 1.0 credit. PE is a .5 credit
course. Two years of PE are taken.
Health Education
 Graduation requirement in Health
Education is .5 credit
Health electives open to ninth graders:
*Current Health Issues, *Nutrition for
Health, *Standard First Aid
 Fall Sports: Boys’ & Girls’ Cross Country, Field
Hockey, Football, Boys’ & Girls’ Soccer, Girls’
Swim, Girls’ Volleyball
 Winter Sports: Boys’ & Girls’ Basketball,
Cheerleading, Gymnastics, Boys’ Swim, Boys’ and
Girls’ Indoor Track, Wrestling, Unified
Basketball, Unified Cheerleading
 Spring Sports: Baseball, Softball, Golf, Boys’ &
Girls’ Lacrosse, Boys’ & Girls’ Tennis, Boys’ and
Girls’ Track and Field, Unified Track, Boys’
Volleyball
Requirements for participation in athletics:
 Students must maintain a cumulative average
of at least a 70
 Current physical exam
 Concussion baseline
At the SHS Library Media Center students will:
 Develop lifelong habits of reading for information
& pleasure
 Independently apply 21st Century Information,
Research & Technology Skills
Students have access to:
 200 onsite computers, over 20,000 books, 65
magazines
 24/7 access to student support materials, eBooks
& online databases via the Library Media Center
Website
 Accredited provider for online coursework
 Offers over 200 courses in English, Mathematics,
Science, Social Studies, World Languages, Life Skills,
Arts, Business, and Career and Technical Education
 One semester or a full year course delivered to
students around the United States and the world via
the Internet.
 Full year Advanced Placement courses (All AP VHS
students must take the AP exam.)
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Bridgeport Regional Aquaculture Science & Technology
Education Center
 Courses in marine and environmental sciences as well
as marine and science-related technology
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Regional Center for the Arts (RCA) - Trumbull
 Meets the needs of artistically talented high school
students wishing to pursue their interests in arts
training (dance, theatre, musical theatre, film/video
production, creative script writing)
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Participate in sports programs
Participate in co-curricular
activities
Volunteer
Explore other educational options
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After-Hours Chorus
American Patriot’s Club
Argus (yearbook)
Art Club
Band
Best Buddies
Book Club
Chess Club
Color Guard
DECA
Drama Club
Diversity Team
East Asian Club
Extraordinary Changes Club
Federal Challenge
French Club
Future Business Leaders of
America
Gay Straight Alliance
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Health Occupations Club
Italian Club
Junior Statesmen of America
Maker Club
Math Club
National Honor Society
Physics and Engineering Club
Polish Club
Pom Pons
Quill and Scroll Honor Society
Robotics
Science Club
SKIDS
Spanish Club
Student Council
Tribute to Tails Club
World Languages Honor Societies
Youth Ambassadors of Change
Youth 2 Youth
Students of the Month
Marking Period Recognition
National Honor Society
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Course selection materials will be distributed to
students Spring, 2017
Intermediate counselors will outline procedures to
8th grade students
Course selection sheets will be collected by Spring,
2017
Selections will be processed
Master schedule building begins
Classes are assigned in order of seniority: seniors
first, juniors second, sophomores third, freshmen
last
Schedules distributed to students toward the end of
the summer
Course Title
Course # (6 digits)
Level
Teacher
English I
1
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2
Mrs. Corris
Modern World 2
History
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1
1
1
2
Mr. Ayer
Algebra I
3
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1
4
3
Mrs. Robin
Biology I/Lab
4
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1
1
1
3
Mr. Wolf
Phys Ed
8
0
0
5
1
4
0
N/A
Spanish 2
1
5
2
1
1
4
0
Ms. Stowe
*Foods and
Nutrition I
5
0
5
0
1
4
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N/A
*Art
Foundations
7
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1
1
4
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N/A
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English I
Modern World History/ AP World History
Algebra I
Biology I/Lab
Lunch/Study Hall
Elective (2 half-year electives or 1 full-year)
Elective (2 half-year electives or 1 full-year)
Physical Education
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English I
Modern World History/AP World History
Algebra II
Biology I/Lab or AP Biology/Lab
Lunch/Study Hall
Elective (2 half-year electives or 1 full-year)
Elective (2 half-year electives or 1 full-year)
Physical Education
 Students must fill two full-year elective
slots in their schedule by selecting:
 Two full-year elective courses or;
 One full-year elective course and two
1/2 year elective courses or;
 Four 1/2 year elective courses
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Read the Course Selection Guide carefully
Course selections must be made
thoughtfully
 All graduation requirements and courses of
study are clearly outlined
 Use the Course Selection Guide to find your
answers
 Build you high school career on a solid
foundation which fits your needs, abilities,
and interests
For promotion to Grade 10,
students must earn 4.6 credits
through coursework. Students
must pass English I and earn
the required .1 credit for
community service.
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Mascot: the Gael
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News magazine: The Gael
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School colors: orange and black
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Televised announcements: Gael News
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Yearbook: Argus
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Technology: CAD Lab, 4 computer labs – Business Department, 5 computer labs
off Library, Math Lab, Science and Technology Lab, World Languages Lab, Argus
MAC Lab, The Gael Lab; 16 Chromebook carts, 10 laptop carts; Gael News TV
studio; Promethean Boards in every classroom
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STEM labs: 3D printers, CNC router and plasma cutter, CAD Autodesk software,
Construct II Gaming programs
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Student Success Plans: Naviance Platform follows students from Perry Hill to SIS
(SMART goals) to SHS
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Class of 2016: 88% enrolled in institutions of higher education (69% in four-year
colleges, 19% in community/technical or two-year colleges); SAT scores above
state average; college acceptance (Boston University, Northeastern University,
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, UCONN, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Yale
University); two students attended college in England and Canada
Class of 2017: members already accepted to Boston College, Dartmouth College,
Florida State, Fordham, Northeastern, Penn State, University of Chicago,
University of Michigan, Villanova
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We remain available to answer
any questions you may have.
Enjoy your building tour and
have a safe ride home.