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English 4 years (40 credits) College Prep Mathematics 2 years (20 credits) Social Studies 3 years (30 credits) Laboratory Science 2 years (20 credits) Health 1 semester (5 credits) Physical Education 2 years (20 credits) Applied Technology 1 year (10 credits) Visual and Performing Arts 1 year (10 credits)Total Credits-Core Curriculum 155 credits
Elective Credits Must total 75 credits
Total Credits 230 credits
Additional Requirements
Foreign Language 2 years of same foreign language for college
entrance
Community Service 50 hours (5 hours for 9th ,10 for 10th,
15 for 11th, 20 for 12th)
Transition Services\ 4 years
Service Learning
Class of 2016 and Beyond*
A. Social Studies 3 years (30 credits)
World History; US History; Government; Economics
B. English 4 years (40 credits) C. Mathematics 3 years (30 credits) (Algebra 1; Geometry; Algebra 2) D. Science 2 years (20 credits) Biology; Chemistry or Physics E. Language other than English 2 years (20 credits) F. Visual and Performing Arts 1 year (10 credits)
G. Advanced College Prep Core Electives 1 year (10 credits)
3rd-year Science, 3rd-year Language
Health 1 semester (5 credits)
Physical Education 2 years (20 credits)
Elective Credits 25 credits Total Credits 210 credits
Additional Requirements
Community Service 50 hours (5 hours for 9th ,10 for 10th,
15 for 11th, 20 for 12th)
Transition Services\ 4 years
Service Learning
*If your child resides within a district other than LAUSD, please consult with your district representative for detailed graduation requirements.
The most selective colleges in the United States have the expectation that students will take the “Magic 20” courses in high school, that is, four years of course work in each of the five major areas of study. These include English, foreign language, mathematics, science, and social studies. As a college preparatory school, North Hills Prep School believes that students should be aware of that expectation.
Electives
THG’s North Hills Prep’s electives change, but several are offered
regularly, including Culinary Arts; World Languages (American Sign and
Spanish); Guitar; Music Ensemble; Music Appreciation; Performance;
Photography; Computer Graphics and Animation; Art; Film Production; and
Desktop Publishing.
Developmental Reading
Our Developmental Reading program is designed to assist students whose
decoding and comprehension abilities fall below the norm for their grade
level. Since reading ability is central to student success, it is
important that this skill be addressed as early as possible. Students
referred to this program are assessed to determine skill level and areas
of need, then are placed in either one-period or two-period programs.
Tutoring
Tutoring is available at Nutrition,
Lunch, and under certain circumstances after school between 3 p.m. and 4
p.m.
Homework Page
THG’s North Hills Prep’s Homework Page is an invaluable tool for parents
to keep up with their student’s assignments. Accessed through a link
on the NHP website, it is updated at least weekly by teachers. Parents
can follow topics covered in class each week and view student’s
assignments.
Communication
THG’s North Hills Prep encourages communication between home and school.
In addition to the Website and homework page, teachers and staff are
available through email. THG’s North Hills Prep’s staff responds to
communication within 24 hours. In addition, the Director of
Administration & Enrichment, Head of School, and the Director of
Student Development are always available by phone.
Assessment
In addition to traditional Report Cards at the Quarter and Semester,
THG’s North Hills Prep provides parents with bi-weekly progress reports.
We have found this helps the school, the student, and parents monitor
student progress more closely and effectively, and gives the student
frequent feedback to help ensure that performance is leading towards
passing grades.