Curriculum and Instruction
- Art
- Business
- Career Education
- Counseling
- Driver Education
- ELA
- Family & Consumer Science
- Library
- Mathematics
- Music
- Science
- Social Studies
- STEM
- Technology
- Wellness & Fitness
- World Language
- Graduation Requirements
Art
Grades 1 - 8
Grade 1
Grade 2
Grade 3
Grade 4
Grade 5
Grade 6
Grade 7
Grade 8
High School
At the high school level, students interested in further studies in art may choose from the following elective courses. Choosing from this list can also fulfill part of the graduation requirement of two courses in the Arts and Humanities. Some courses have a pre-requisite. Students are advised to check with their school counselor for more information.
Art 1
Art 2
Art 3
Art 4
Computer Animation 1
Computer Animation 2
Digital Art and Design
Digital Art and Painting
Fine Art Photography and Film 1
Fine Art Photography and Film 2
Business
The following course meets the Practical Arts requirement for graduation.
Career Skills
At the high school level, students interested in further studies in business may choose from the following elective courses. Choosing from this list can also fulfill part of the graduation requirement of two courses in the Practical Arts. Some courses have a pre-requisite. Students are advised to check with their school counselor for more information.
Accounting 1
Accounting 2
Business 1
Career Skills
Computer Applications Level 1
Computer Applications Level 2
Computer Applications Level 3
Entrepreneurship
Game Programming and Design
Introduction to Business (College in the High School)
Keyboarding Techniques and Computer Applications
Principles of Accounting 1 (College in the High School)
Publishing
Rise Up Certification
Specialized Marketing - Sports and Entertainment
Web 2.0 Tools
Web Page Design
Career Education
At the high school level, students interested in further studies in career education may choose from the following elective courses. Some courses have a pre-requisite. Students are advised to check with their school counselor for more information.
Career Exploration Internship
Diversified Occupations
Diversified Occupations - Work Release
Empire School of Beauty Cosmetology Program
Harrisburg Area Community College - Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate Program
Harrisburg Area Community College Automotive Technology
Harrisburg Area Community College Introduction to Manufacturing
Counseling
Driver Education
ELA
Grades 1 - 8
English Language Arts - Kindergarten
English Language Arts - Grade 1
English Language Arts - Grade 2
English Language Arts - Grade 3
English Language Arts - Grade 4
English Language Arts - Grade 5
English Language Arts - Grade 6
English Language Arts - Grade 7
English Language Arts - Grade 8
HIGH SCHOOL
Ninth grade students must choose one course from the following selections.
English 9
College Prep English 9
College Prep English 9 Honors
Tenth grade students must choose one course from the following selections.
English 10
College Prep English 10
College Prep English 10 Honors
Eleventh grade students must choose one course from the following selections.
College Prep English 11
College Prep English 11 Honors
English 11
Twelfth grade students must choose one course from the following selections.
Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition
College Prep English 12
English 12
English Composition I - College in the High School
High school students interested in further studies in English Language Arts may choose from the following elective courses. Some courses have a pre-requisite. Students are advised to check with their school counselor for more information.
Advanced Video Journalism
Advanced Video Journalism 2
Creative Writing
Creative Writing II
Drama
Journalism I
Journalism II
Journalism III
SAT Preparation
Family & Consumer Science
Grade 7
Grade 8
At the high school level, students interested in further studies in family and consumer sciences may choose from the following elective courses. Choosing from this list can also fulfill part of the graduation requirement of two courses in the Practical Arts.
Child Care
Child Development
Clothing and Textiles I
Clothing and Textiles II
Creative Foods
Culinary 1 - Fundamentals of Food Preparation
Culinary 2 - Menu Planning and Meal Construction
Edible Arts - Cakes, Pastries, and More
Fashion Marketing and Merchandising
Housing and Interior Design
Introduction to Creative Foods
Introduction to Culinary Art
Lifestyles for the Future
Multicultural Cuisine
Real World Skills: Careers in Family and Consumer Science and Food Preparation
Skills for the 21st Century: Nurturing Children and Sewing as a Resource
Stitchery Crafts
Library
Mathematics
Grades K-6
Mathematics - Kindergarten
Mathematics - Grade 1
Mathematics - Grade 2
Mathematics - Grade 3
Mathematics - Grade 4
Mathematics - Grade 5
Mathematics - Grade 6
Pre-Algebra - Grade 6
MATHEMATICS CURRICULUM (Required and/or Elective Courses)
Grades 7-12
All students are required to take Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry at some point during their middle/high school career. Please refer to the Graduation Requirements for more details.
Mathematics - Grade 7
Pre-Algebra - Grade 7
Algebra 1
Innovation Workshop 7
Innovation Workshop 8
Pre-Algebra - Grade 8
Algebra 1A
Algebra 1B
Algebra 1 Concepts
Algebra 2
Algebra 2 Concepts
Algebra 2 Honors
College Algebra (College in the High School)
Applied Trades Mathematics
Basic Introductory Statistics
Calculus
Cyber Defense Principles and Practices
Geometry
Geometry Concepts
Geometry Honors
Trigonometry
Trigonometry Honors with Precalculus
Advanced Placement Calculus AB
Advanced Placement Calculus BC
Advanced Placement Computer Science
Music
Essential Music - Grade 1
Essential Music - Grade 2
Essential Music - Grade 3
Essential Music - Grade 4
Beginning Band (Optional)
Elementary Orchestra (Optional)
Essential Music - Grade 5
Essential Music - Grade 6
Intermediate Band (Optional)
Intermediate Chorus (Optional)
Intermediate String Orchestra (Optional)
Essential Music - Grade 7
Essential Music - Grade 8
Girls' Chorus (Optional)
Middle School Concert Band (Optional)
Middle School Jazz Band (Optional)
Middle School String Orchestra (Optional)
Mixed Chorus (Optional)
At the high school level, students interested in further studies in music may choose from the following elective courses. Choosing from this list can also fulfill part of the graduation requirement of two courses in the Practical Arts. Some courses have a pre-requisite. Students are advised to check with their school counselor for more information.
Advanced Placement Music Theory
American Popular Music History
Chorus
Concert Choir
High School Jazz Ensemble
Introduction to Broadway Musicals
Introduction to Music Technology
Modern Band Level 1
Modern Band Level 2
Music Appreciation: The Enjoyment of Listening (Edgenuity Course - SGFlex Cyber Academy)
Select Modern Band
Songwriting
Stage Band
String Orchestra
Symphonic Band
Science
Science - Kindergarten
Science - Grade 1
Science - Grade 2
Science - Grade 3
Science - Grade 4
Science - Grade 5
Science - Grade 6
Science - Grade 7
Science - Grade 8
Ninth grade students must choose one course from the following selections.
Science 1
Biology Honors
Tenth grade students must choose one course from the following selections.
Biology
General Biology
Physics I
Eleventh grade students must choose one course from the following selections.
Chemistry I
Chemistry 1 Honors
Environmental Science
Science 2
High school students interested in further studies in science may choose from the following elective courses. Some courses have a pre-requisite. Students are advised to check with their school counselor for more information.
Advanced Placement Biology
Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Physics 1
Advanced Placement Physics 2
Applied Physics - Aerospace Engineering
Enhanced Biology
Environmental Science 2
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Human Anatomy and Physiology 2
Organic Chemistry 1
Science Independent Study
Science Lab Assistant
Wildlife Studies
Social Studies
Kindergarten
Grade 1
Grade 2
Grade 3
Grade 4
Grade 5
Grade 6
Grade 7
Grade 8
Ninth grade students must choose one course from the following selections.
United States History 1
United States History Honors
Tenth grade students must choose one course from the following selections.
Advanced Placement United States History
United States History 2
United States History 2 Honors
Eleventh grade students must choose one course from the following selections.
Advanced Placement European History
Advanced Placement World History
Comparative Politics
Global Studies
Global Studies Honors
Western Civilization 1 (College in the High School)
Twelfth grade students must choose one course from the following selections.
American Society
American Society Honors
Introduction to American Government - College in the High School
High school students interested in further studies in social studies may choose from the following elective courses. Some courses have a pre-requisite. Students are advised to check with their school counselor for more information.
Advanced Placement Art History
Advanced Placement Human Geography
Anthropology and Archaeology
Comparative Politics (College in the High School)
Criminal Justice
Economics
Fiction, Film, and History
Introduction to Ethics and Philosophy
Mock Trial
Modern World Issues
Psychology of Human Behavior
Psychology of Human Development
Sociology
Western Civilization I - College in the High School
STEM
Technology
Grades 7 - 8
Computer and Information Technology - Grade 8
Computer and Information Technology - Grade 7
TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION CURRICULUM
Grades 9-12
At the high school level, students interested in further studies in technology may choose from the following elective courses. Choosing from this list can also fulfill part of the graduation requirement of two courses in the Practical Arts. Some courses have a pre-requisite. Students are advised to check with their school counselor for more information.
Computer Aided Design 1
Computer Aided Design 2
Electricity and Electronics
Engineering 1
Engineering 2
Home Maintenance
Informational Technology Essentials: PC Hardware and Software
Introduction to Small Engine Repair
Machine Automation
Materials Design
Materials Fabrication
Power Technology
Pre-Apprenticeship Class / Commercial & Industrial Trades
Robotics
Robotics 2
Technology Education Independent Study
Wellness & Fitness
Grade 1
Grade 2
Grade 3
Grade 4
Grade 5
Grade 6
Health - Grade 7
Physical Education - Grade 7
Health - Grade 8
Physical Education - Grade 8
Introduction to Sports and Fitness Education is a required course for students in the ninth grade.
Introduction to Sports and Fitness Education
Health Education is a required course for students in the tenth grade.
Health Education
At the high school level, students interested in further studies in physical education may choose from the following elective courses. Choosing from this list can also fulfill part of the graduation requirement for Physical Education/Health Education. Please refer to the graduation requirements.
Adventure Curriculum
Aquatics
Fitness Fusion
Independent Study Athletic Performance Training
Lifetime Sports and Recreation
Personal Fitness and Strength Training - Level 1
Personal Fitness and Strength Training - Level 2
Strength Training for Sports - Level 1 Fall
Strength Training for Sports - Level 1 Spring
Strength Training for Sports - Level 2 Fall
Strength Training for Sports - Level 2 Spring
Strength Training for Sports - Level 3
Team Aerobic Games
Yoga
World Language
At the middle school level, students interested in an introduction to world langage may choose the following elective course.
World Language Experience
At the high school level, students interested in further studies in world language may choose from the following elective courses. Choosing from this list can also fulfill part of the graduation requirement of two courses in the Arts and Humanities. Some courses have a pre-requisite. Students are advised to check with their school counselor for more information.
Advanced Placement German Language and Culture
Advanced Placement Spanish Language and Culture
American Sign Language Introduction (Edgenuity Course - SGFlex Cyber Academy)
French 1
French 2
French 3
French 4
German 1
German 2
German 3
German 4
Panorama of German Culture
Panorama of Spanish Culture
Spanish 1
Spanish 2
Spanish 3
Spanish 4
World Language Experience
Graduation Requirements
As established by the Board of Directors of the Spring Grove Area School District and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, each candidate for graduation shall have earned at least 25 required credits. Spring Grove Area High School will follow all state mandates regarding assessments and graduation requirements. All students must successfully complete the following minimum requirements to qualify for a diploma:
The minimum requirements for graduation will include:
- Four (4) non-elective courses of Social Studies, which will include American Society or approved college/university equivalent.
- Four (4) non-elective courses of English
- Three (3) non-elective courses of Mathematics
- Three (3) non-elective courses of Science
- Four (4) courses in Health/Wellness, which will include Health Education and three elective Physical Education courses
- Four (4) courses in any combination of the Arts and Humanities and Practical Arts (Art, Business, Family and Consumer Science, Music, Technology Education, World Language), which will include Career Skills for the Future.
*Students who score "Basic" or "Below Basic" on the Keystone Literature Assessment are required to take the course Enhanced Reading Skills 12 during the senior year.
**Students who score "Basic" or "Below Basic" on the Keystone Algebra 1 Assessment are required to take the course Enhanced Math Skills 12 during the senior year.
Keystone Performance Levels and Pennsylvania Academic Standards
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has established academic standards that define what students should know and do in a core set of subjects. Standards give students a solid foundation in the basics and provide consistent targets for students, teachers, and parents. Four proficiency levels illustrate students' achievement of Pennsylvania's Academic Standards as measured by the Keystone Assessments. The four proficiency levels are as follows:
- Advanced: superior academic performance
- Proficient: satisfactory academic performance
- Basic: marginal academic performance
- Below Basic: inadequate academic performance
As mandated by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, beginning with the Class of 2022, students must demonstrate success in one of the five Graduation Pathway Options per Act 158.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Keystone Assessment was not administered in Spring 2020. Spring Grove Area School District declined to schedule the make-up exam for the entire Spring 2019-2020 cohort of students. This action was approved by the Spring Grove Area School District Board of School Directors at the June 22, 2020, meeting.