Northglenn High School

601 West 100th Place Northglenn, CO 80260

Office: (720) 972-4600 Fax: (720) 972-4739
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School Year 2016-2017 Teacher Name Jennifer Braun Paliszewski

Room/Office room 230 (room 101) Website Braunpaliszewski.weebly.com
Phone 720-972-4444 ext 2664 Blog N/A
Email Address [email protected]
PBL Title TBD Panel Date TBD

Course Name AP Computer Science A

The AP Computer Science A course is an introductory course in computer science. Because the
design and implementation of computer programs to solve problems involve skills that are
fundamental to the study of computer science, a large part of the course is built around the
development of computer programs that correctly solve a given problem. These programs
should be understandable, adaptable, and, when appropriate, reusable. At the same time, the
Course Description
design and implementation of computer programs is used as a context for introducing other
important aspects of computer science, including the development and analysis of algorithms,
the development and use of fundamental data structures, the study of standard algorithms and
typical applications, and the use of logic and formal methods. In addition, the responsible use
of these systems is an integral part of the course
Course Text Online resources to be found on the course website
Unit of Study Grade Level Expectations/Content Standards Approximate Percent of
Time Spent
Part I
Program design
Object-Oriented 20%
Class design
Program Design
Part II Implementation techniques
Program Programming constructs 10%
Implementation Java library classes
Testing
Debugging
Understand and modify existing code
Part III Extend existing code using inheritance
10%
Program Analysis Understand error handling
Reason about programs
Analysis of algorithms
Numerical representations and limits
Simple data types
Part IV
Classes
Standard Data 15%
Lists
Structures
Arrays
Operations on data structures (traversals, insertions, deletions)
Part V
Searching 15%
Standard Algorithms
Sorting
System reliability
Part VI Privacy
15%
Computing in Context Legal issues and intellectual property
Social and ethical ramifications of computer use

Grading Scale Grade Percentages/Weights

A 90-100 Multiple Choice Summative Assessments 80%
B 80-89 Formative Assessments & Projects 20%
C 70-79
*Weekly progress grades are posted at
D 60-69
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F 59 or below
 Northglenn High School
601 West 100th Place Northglenn, CO 80260
Office: (720) 972-4600 Fax: (720) 972-4739
http://www.northglennhs.adams12.org

General Expectations
Grades are based upon the demonstration of proficiency on units associated with a standard given during each
formative or summative assessment. Formative grades in addition to summative unit assessments will be used to
holistically determine your grade.
Assessments will be graded based on teacher/district/state rubrics.
On group projects, students will receive a grade for individual work and a group grade.
Grades are based on achievement of Content Standards and Grade Level Expectations.
AP Preparedness Expectations
Mock Exam Participation
A mock exam will be given in the spring that will be graded by a team of AP Stats teachers. The intent of this exam
is to have a similar testing environment as the AP exam and to give accurate feedback on content that needs to be
reviewed before the actual exam is given.
The expectation is that ALL students take this during the time frame provided by the school. A formative grade
will be given for attendance and participation in the mock exam.
Structured Tutorials & Help Sessions
The students will be provided with many opportunities for additional learning and review of important concepts.
There will Saturday sessions in the spring and at least 1 hour per week provided by the instructor during each week
of school. Attendance at these sessions has been linked to success on the exam. Students are expected to attend
at least 10 hours of these additional sessions. A formative score will be given to reflect attendance and
participation in these sessions.
Class Expectations
Additional Help:
I will be available in room 101 Thursdays during lunch most days to give extra help. Please let me know if you plan
on stopping by. If those times do not work, please set an appointment.
Materials and Supplies Needed Daily
Paper and pencil.
Accommodations
A variety of teaching techniques are used to meet the diverse needs of students. I am available by phone or
appointment to discuss concerns or needs of students with special needs.
Assessments Used To Evaluate Student Progress
Assignments, Investigations, Observations, Participation, Presentations, Projects, Quizzes, and Tests
Motivation Used
A variety of hands-on techniques, investigations, real-world contexts and group work that engage and stimulate
students to think about math are a part of this curriculum.
Students are encouraged to be engaged and motivated in the completion of their assignments.
Make Up Work
Superintendent Policies 6280 Homework and 6281 Make-Up Work, will be followed for this course. Daily homework
not due to an excused absence will not be accepted for credit.
Student Behavior Expectations
Electronics (cell phones, game systems, tablets, etc.) are to be turned off and stored during class.
No food or drink (except water) in class.
You are expected to be in class, on time, every day. Tardiness will impact your ability to receive participation points.
Engagement in class activities is vital, be prepared to take risks and try new things.