Barnstable High School

School Profile 2016-2017

744 West Main St., Hyannis, MA 02601508-790-6455

221080

School Description

Barnstable High School is a five-year comprehensive high school of 1906 students in grades 8-12. Barnstable is accredited by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

The calendar year runs September through June. There are two semesters and four marking periods. All classes are a full year. Classes each meet for 60 minutes three times per week and 90 minutes one time per week. The maximum number of classes a student can take during the regular daily schedule is six.

Graduation Requirements 2017

English 4 Units

Social Studies 3 Units (including U.S. History 1 & 2)

Mathematics 3 Units

Science 3 Units (all lab-based)

Total Units22 Units

Numeric Equivalent for Letter Grades

98–100A+

93-97A

90-92A-

87-89B+

83-86B

80-82B-

77-79C+

73-76C

70-72C-

67-69D+

63-66D

60-62D-

59-0F

Weighted GPA and Interpreting Class Rank

Weighted GPA is calculated by assigning an additional 0.5 point to every honors level course and an additional 1.0 point to every AP level course. Class rank is figured by multiplying the value of the earned grade in a course (A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0) by the course level multiplier (AP=5, H=4, CP2=3, CP1=2, Basic (Special Education) =1) multiplied by the number of credits for the course, divided by the total sum of credits.

Weighted G.P.A. is based on 4.0 MA State College/University admissions standard.

Academic Levels

Barnstable High School has high standards and expectations for all students at all levels. Course level placement for students is determined based on the individual needs of each student taking into consideration: teacher recommendations, grades, test scores, student interest, parent input, and the school counselor’s professional guidance based on all factors. The academic levels available at Barnstable High School are listed below.

Advanced Placement (AP) –Intended for highly motivated students who wish to take challenging college-level courses while in high school. Students are expected to take the AP exam at the completion of the course.

Honors (H) – Designed for highly motivated college-bound students who have strong academic skills. These courses are fast-paced and rigorous and require consistent effort and the ability to work independently. Most courses at BHS have an honors option.

College Preparatory (CP) – Intended for college-bound students and for those students who wish to keep their post-secondary options open. Students in CP courses will develop a strong foundation of content and skills based on the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks. (To better support all students within the CP designation, some classes are designed to meet individual learning styles through smaller class sizes and more individualized teaching/learning strategies. These classes have the specific designation of CP1).

Standard/Basic – Students are enrolled in standard level courses based on their academic needs according to their Individual Education Plan (IEP).

Note: All first level language classes are only offered at the CP level.

Advanced Placement Courses Offered

Art History

Biology

Calculus AB

Calculus BC

Chemistry

Computer Science

Economics

English Language and Composition

English Literature and Composition

Environmental Science

French Language and Culture

Human Geography

Latin:Vergil

Physics 1

Physics 2

Psychology

Spanish Language and Culture

Statistics

Studio Art: Drawing 2D

United States Government

United States History

World History

Career Pathways

In addition to the traditional course sequence, students have the opportunity to complete high quality Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs that are aligned, not only with college and career readiness standards, but also with the needs of employers, industry, and labor. Barnstable’s programs offer students a rigorous curriculum coordinated with strategically designed opportunities that connect classroom instruction to real-life career choices. In some cases, students who successfully complete the requirements for their selected Pathways can graduate with industry certification and/or transferrable college credits. Career Pathways may culminate in a Senior Internship experience. The Career Pathways at Barnstable High School include:

Creative Economies
Early Education and Care
Engineering
Environmental Technology
Food Service and Hospitality
Health Care

Post-Secondary Plans – Class of 2016

Four Year College58%

Two Year College/Technical School26%

Employed12%

Gap Year2%

Military2%

College Matriculation of Barnstable High School Graduates2012-2016

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