Several new course offerings are on the way for Hampton High School students.

Changes to the curriculum were discussed during the school board’s Jan. 8 work session as part of a presentation on the high school’s program of studies for 2024-25. The board is expected to approve the program at its voting meeting on Jan. 15.

“Once the program of studies is board-approved, parents and students will receive an electronic copy. Our counselors work closely with our students and families to help students choose classes based on their interests and career goals,” Marguerite Imbarlina, high school principal, said. “Additionally, the counselors meet with students in their social studies classes to explain changes to help them schedule.”

Among the course offerings will be:

• College in High School General Chemistry (University of Pittsburgh), replaces Honors Chemistry I

• CHS Cybersecurity (Robert Morris University), replaces Honors Cybersecurity and the Law

• CHS Introduction to Engineering (Robert Morris University), new

• CHS Academy College Programming and Computer Science, replaces Honors Applied Computer Science

• Honors Biotechnology Research (not CHS, but in partnership with University of Pittsburgh)

“Prior to adding courses, we surveyed our students to identify courses that will interest them,” Imbarlina said. “It is important to make changes to our program of studies to include courses that engage our students in learning and also prepare our students for possible career opportunities.”

The high school curriculum is reviewed yearly, and countless hours are poured into discerning any changes that need made for the future.

“We propose changes to the program of studies every year at the January board meeting, prior to students scheduling in February for the next school year,” Imbarlina explained. “We begin researching, planning with teachers, meeting with college representative and preparing our changes as early as the spring prior to the board presentation.”

Hampton teachers maintain a strong focus on preparing students for life after high school, according to the principal, and with that focus comes the development of applicable coursework.

“Our educators play a pivotal role in the development of innovative course offerings designed to provide students engaging and meaningful experiences, facilitating their readiness for the transition to higher education or a profession of their choice,” she said.

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