Course Offering
Course Offering

At T&P, we take great pride in our team of four school counselors who are committed to providing comprehensive academic counseling for every student.

These resources are designed to ensure that all students graduate from high school fully prepared for college and equipped for careers in the 21st century.

To obtain a Regents diploma, students must accumulate a minimum of 44 credits across the following subject areas:

  • 8 credits in core English
  • 8 credits in Social Studies, which includes:
    • 4 credits in Global History
    • 2 credits in U.S. History
    • 1 credit in Participation in Government
    • 1 credit in Economics
  • 6 credits in Mathematics, which must include:
    • at least 2 credits in advanced mathematics
      (such as Geometry or Algebra II)
  • 6 credits in Science, comprising:
    • 2 credits in any life science
    • 2 credits in any physical science
    • 2 credits in either life science or physical science
    • 2 credits in World Languages
  • 4 credits in Physical Education
  • 1 credit in Health Education
  • 2 credits in arts education
    • Which can include Visual Arts, Music, Dance, and Theater
  • 7 credits in electives
    • such as AVID
    • Future Ready
    • PGC
    • Psychology
    • Among others

Course 1

Introduction
to Teaching.

Introduction to Teaching is a course for students interested in learning more about becoming a teacher, school counselor, librarian, or community educator. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will gain knowledge in the history of education in the United States, careers in education, and the influence of human development on learning.

Course 2

Child Development
and Learning.

Child Development is a course that covers the components of instruction,child development and related teaching strategies, types of assessments, student learning, special populations, and educational technology. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will have a fundamental understanding of instructional strategies needed for becoming an educator as well as an understanding of child development across the lifespan

Course 3

Instructional
Practices.

Instructional Practices is an applied-knowledge course that covers classroom management, concepts of higher order thinking, scaffolding instruction, and strategies of effective classroom planning. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be prepared to take the capstone Teaching Practicum course and further their studies at the postsecondary level.

Course 4

Teaching
Practicum

Teaching Practicum is a capstone course for students interested in applying the knowledge and skills learned in previous courses toward becoming a teacher, school counselor, trainer, librarian, or community educator. The course covers classroom professionalism, ethics, policies, communications, and career requirements in education and training fields. In addition, students will complete an internship as a part of the course. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be prepared to pursue advanced training at a postsecondary institution.