Semester Exams
Semester Exams may not be taken early and must occur only on the scheduled days and times. Each
semester exam is a maximum of 50 minutes. Absent first semester exam students, with pre-approval from
administration, must take missed semester exam(s) on January 2, 2013 at 9 am. Absent second semester
exam students, with pre-approval from administration, must take missed Semester Exam(s) on June 4,
2013 at 9 am.
First Semester
North Pointe's Semester Exam Week features content review, test preparation, and final exams.
Monday, December 17, 2012 - Semester Overview
Class Time - Teachers will review information that students should know from the first and second quarters.
Tuesday, December 18, 2012 - Semester Exam Content Review
Class Time - Teachers will review information that will appear on the semester exam.
Wednesday, December 19, 2012 - Semester Exam Format and Sample Questions
Class Time - Teachers will explain the exam format and provide practice opportunities for all types of
questions/problems that appear on the exam. For example: multiple choice, essay, fill in the blank, etc.
Thursday, December 20, 2012 - Semester Exams
Periods 1, 2, 3 - 11:00 am release for all students.
Friday, December 21, 2012 - Semester Exams
Periods 4/5, 6, 7 - 11:00 am release for all students
Second Semester
North Pointe's Semester Exam Week features content review, test preparation, and final exams.
Thursday, May 23, 2013 - Semester Overview
Class Time - Teachers will review information that students should know from the third and fourth quarters.
Friday, May 24, 2013 - Semester Exam Content Review
Class Time - Teachers will review information that will appear on the semester exam.
Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - Semester Exam Format and Sample Questions
Class Time - Teachers will explain the exam format and provide practice opportunities for all types of
questions/problems that appear on the exam. For example: multiple choice, essay, fill in the blank, etc.
Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - Semester Exams
Periods 1, 2, 3 - 11:00 am release for all students
Thursday, May 30, 2013 - Semester Exams
Periods 4/5, 6, 7 - 11:00 am release for all students.
Preliminary SAT
October 17, 2012
The PSAT/NMSQT test will be administered to all North Pointe Sophomores and interested Juniors on
Wednesday, October 17, 2012. Unlike the SAT test, the PSAT/NMSQT is only given once a year and
measures critical thinking skills that are important for success in college. The test, which includes critical
reading, math problem-solving, and writing skills, is an important first step in the college admissions
process. It enables students to get feedback about critical academic skills, seek information from colleges,
enter scholarship competitions, prepare for the SAT Reasoning Test and initiate the college-planning
process. Sophomores take the test to help prepare them for taking the SAT test their Junior and Senior
years. Taking the SAT test in their Junior year, allows an opportunity for scholarships as well as more
practice for the SAT. The scores of Juniors are entered into the National Merit Scholarship program. In
addition, many companies that give financial aid to children of employees use the PSAT scores as one of
the factors in determining the aid given to students.
State Testing - Fall 2012
Testing for Juniors who have not met or want to exceed State standards and Seniors who have not met
State standards. Students register in August during their English and Math classes.
Tuesday, October 23rd - AIMS High School Writing
Wednesday, October 24th - AIMS High School Reading
Thursday, October 25th - AIMS High School Math
SAT's
May 4, 2013 and June 1, 2013
The SAT is a globally recognized college admission test that lets students show colleges what they know
and how well they can apply that knowledge. It tests knowledge of reading, writing and math — subjects
that are taught every day at the Prep. Most students take the SAT during their Junior or Senior year of High
School, and almost all colleges and universities use the SAT to make admission decisions. Taking the SAT
is the first step in finding the right college — the place where you can further develop your skills and pursue
your passions. But SAT scores are just one of many factors that colleges consider when making their
admission decisions. High School grades are also very important. In fact, the combination of high school
grades and SAT scores is the best predictor of academic success in college. Most students take the SAT
during their Junior or Senior year in High School. At least half of all students take the SAT twice - in the
Spring of their Junior year and in the Fall of their Senior year. Most students also improve their score the
second time around.
Advanced Placement Testing - Spring 2013
Tuesday, May 7th - Spanish Language - 8 am
Wednesday, May 8th - Calculus AB - 8 am
Thursday, May 9th - English Literature and Composition - 8 am
Friday, May 10th - United States History - 8 am
Monday, May 14th - Biology - 8 am
Monday, May 14th - Physics B - 12 pm
Tuesday, May 14th - United States Government/Politics - 8 am
Wednesday. May 15th - English Language and Composition - 8 am
Thursday, May 16th - World History - 8 am
Friday, May 17th - Human Geography - 8 am
State Testing - Spring 2013
Testing for all Sophomores and Juniors who have not met or want to exceed State standards and Seniors
who have not met State standards. Students register in January during their English and Math classes.
Monday, February 25th - AIMS High School Writing
Tuesday, February 26th - AIMS High School Reading
Tuesday, April 9th - AIMS High School Math
Wednesday, April 10th - AIMS High School Science
Testing for all Freshmen
Tuesday - April 9th - Stanford 10
Wednesday - April 10th - Stanford 10
Testing for all 7th and 8th Graders
Monday - April 15th - AIMS Writing 7th Grade and AIMS Science 8th Grade
Tuesday-Thursday - April 16th-18th - AIMS Reading 1-3 and AIMS Math 1-3 - 7th and 8th Grade
Semester Exams may not be taken early and must occur only on the scheduled days and times. Each
semester exam is a maximum of 50 minutes. Absent first semester exam students, with pre-approval from
administration, must take missed semester exam(s) on January 2, 2013 at 9 am. Absent second semester
exam students, with pre-approval from administration, must take missed Semester Exam(s) on June 4,
2013 at 9 am.
First Semester
North Pointe's Semester Exam Week features content review, test preparation, and final exams.
Monday, December 17, 2012 - Semester Overview
Class Time - Teachers will review information that students should know from the first and second quarters.
Tuesday, December 18, 2012 - Semester Exam Content Review
Class Time - Teachers will review information that will appear on the semester exam.
Wednesday, December 19, 2012 - Semester Exam Format and Sample Questions
Class Time - Teachers will explain the exam format and provide practice opportunities for all types of
questions/problems that appear on the exam. For example: multiple choice, essay, fill in the blank, etc.
Thursday, December 20, 2012 - Semester Exams
Periods 1, 2, 3 - 11:00 am release for all students.
Friday, December 21, 2012 - Semester Exams
Periods 4/5, 6, 7 - 11:00 am release for all students
Second Semester
North Pointe's Semester Exam Week features content review, test preparation, and final exams.
Thursday, May 23, 2013 - Semester Overview
Class Time - Teachers will review information that students should know from the third and fourth quarters.
Friday, May 24, 2013 - Semester Exam Content Review
Class Time - Teachers will review information that will appear on the semester exam.
Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - Semester Exam Format and Sample Questions
Class Time - Teachers will explain the exam format and provide practice opportunities for all types of
questions/problems that appear on the exam. For example: multiple choice, essay, fill in the blank, etc.
Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - Semester Exams
Periods 1, 2, 3 - 11:00 am release for all students
Thursday, May 30, 2013 - Semester Exams
Periods 4/5, 6, 7 - 11:00 am release for all students.
Preliminary SAT
October 17, 2012
The PSAT/NMSQT test will be administered to all North Pointe Sophomores and interested Juniors on
Wednesday, October 17, 2012. Unlike the SAT test, the PSAT/NMSQT is only given once a year and
measures critical thinking skills that are important for success in college. The test, which includes critical
reading, math problem-solving, and writing skills, is an important first step in the college admissions
process. It enables students to get feedback about critical academic skills, seek information from colleges,
enter scholarship competitions, prepare for the SAT Reasoning Test and initiate the college-planning
process. Sophomores take the test to help prepare them for taking the SAT test their Junior and Senior
years. Taking the SAT test in their Junior year, allows an opportunity for scholarships as well as more
practice for the SAT. The scores of Juniors are entered into the National Merit Scholarship program. In
addition, many companies that give financial aid to children of employees use the PSAT scores as one of
the factors in determining the aid given to students.
State Testing - Fall 2012
Testing for Juniors who have not met or want to exceed State standards and Seniors who have not met
State standards. Students register in August during their English and Math classes.
Tuesday, October 23rd - AIMS High School Writing
Wednesday, October 24th - AIMS High School Reading
Thursday, October 25th - AIMS High School Math
SAT's
May 4, 2013 and June 1, 2013
The SAT is a globally recognized college admission test that lets students show colleges what they know
and how well they can apply that knowledge. It tests knowledge of reading, writing and math — subjects
that are taught every day at the Prep. Most students take the SAT during their Junior or Senior year of High
School, and almost all colleges and universities use the SAT to make admission decisions. Taking the SAT
is the first step in finding the right college — the place where you can further develop your skills and pursue
your passions. But SAT scores are just one of many factors that colleges consider when making their
admission decisions. High School grades are also very important. In fact, the combination of high school
grades and SAT scores is the best predictor of academic success in college. Most students take the SAT
during their Junior or Senior year in High School. At least half of all students take the SAT twice - in the
Spring of their Junior year and in the Fall of their Senior year. Most students also improve their score the
second time around.
Advanced Placement Testing - Spring 2013
Tuesday, May 7th - Spanish Language - 8 am
Wednesday, May 8th - Calculus AB - 8 am
Thursday, May 9th - English Literature and Composition - 8 am
Friday, May 10th - United States History - 8 am
Monday, May 14th - Biology - 8 am
Monday, May 14th - Physics B - 12 pm
Tuesday, May 14th - United States Government/Politics - 8 am
Wednesday. May 15th - English Language and Composition - 8 am
Thursday, May 16th - World History - 8 am
Friday, May 17th - Human Geography - 8 am
State Testing - Spring 2013
Testing for all Sophomores and Juniors who have not met or want to exceed State standards and Seniors
who have not met State standards. Students register in January during their English and Math classes.
Monday, February 25th - AIMS High School Writing
Tuesday, February 26th - AIMS High School Reading
Tuesday, April 9th - AIMS High School Math
Wednesday, April 10th - AIMS High School Science
Testing for all Freshmen
Tuesday - April 9th - Stanford 10
Wednesday - April 10th - Stanford 10
Testing for all 7th and 8th Graders
Monday - April 15th - AIMS Writing 7th Grade and AIMS Science 8th Grade
Tuesday-Thursday - April 16th-18th - AIMS Reading 1-3 and AIMS Math 1-3 - 7th and 8th Grade
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Academic Blog
Follow the Academic Decathlon and Robotics Teams as well as
classroom activities at North Pointe's Academic Blog. User friendly
category links identify specific subject areas while an extensive
search engine connects to posts about a specific student. There is
also a complete listing of students who received Academic Awards
for Principal's List and Honor Roll. Academic Blog
Academic Schedules
Utilize the Academic Schedules link for times, dates and locations of
academic extra curricular events. Academic Schedules
Academic Photos and Videos
Relive the moments by viewing images of academic classroom and
extra curricular activities. Photo Galleries Videos
Follow the Academic Decathlon and Robotics Teams as well as
classroom activities at North Pointe's Academic Blog. User friendly
category links identify specific subject areas while an extensive
search engine connects to posts about a specific student. There is
also a complete listing of students who received Academic Awards
for Principal's List and Honor Roll. Academic Blog
Academic Schedules
Utilize the Academic Schedules link for times, dates and locations of
academic extra curricular events. Academic Schedules
Academic Photos and Videos
Relive the moments by viewing images of academic classroom and
extra curricular activities. Photo Galleries Videos
HS Graduation Requirements
The Prep continues to attract High School students who desire a
challenging academic experience that will prepare them for college.
To graduate from High School, students must complete and receive
a passing grade in 24 credits of High School course work. Transfer
credit is assessed based upon previous course content,
completion, and mastery level. Each incoming Freshmen receives
an individual four year Education Career Action Plan (ECAP).
The Prep continues to attract High School students who desire a
challenging academic experience that will prepare them for college.
To graduate from High School, students must complete and receive
a passing grade in 24 credits of High School course work. Transfer
credit is assessed based upon previous course content,
completion, and mastery level. Each incoming Freshmen receives
an individual four year Education Career Action Plan (ECAP).
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Testing Information
| English - 4.5 units Literature and Composition I Literature and Composition II Literature and Composition III Literature and Composition IV Speech (.5) Mathematics - 4 units Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Statistics and Probabilities Pre-Calculus Calculus AB Calculus BC Science - 3 units Biology Chem/Physics Chemistry Physics Anatomy & Physiology Social Studies - 4 units Geography World History United State History American Government/Economics International Language - 2 units Spanish I Spanish II Electives - 7.5 units Any available course including dual enrollment and core subject courses not used to meet above requirements. At least one elective must be in the area of Fine Arts. |
Jr. High Promotion Requirements
Jr. Highers must earn at least six credits in order to be promoted to
the next grade. Each class is worth half a credit (.5) per semester.
Jr. Highers must earn at least six credits in order to be promoted to
the next grade. Each class is worth half a credit (.5) per semester.
| 7th Grade Literature and Composition 7 Math 7 Life Science American/Arizona History Elective Elective 8th Grade Literature and Composition 8 Math 8 Earth Science American/Arizona Government Elective Elective |
Subject Pathways/Course Catalogs
| English Classes Math Classes Science Classes Social Studies Classes Athletic Elective Classes Art Elective Classes International Language Elective Classes Leadership Elective Classes |
For the second year in a row, US News and World Report has ranked
North Pointe as one of the Best High Schools in America and #4
among all Phoenix public high schools. The Prep came in at #13 for
all valley high schools and #22 out of the 514 high schools in the
state. North Pointe was also ranked as the top charter high school in
the Northwest Valley. Unlike the State's school ranking, which is
based upon a bell curve (only a certain number of schools can be an
'A', 'B', etc) and primarily reflects Sophomore AIMS scores (10
classes out of over 130 offered at the Prep each day) and a
complicated, questionable growth score, the US News & World
Report rankings are based on AIMS Reading and Math scores as
well as Advanced Placement (AP) college readiness testing (which
includes freshmen-seniors in all core subjects).
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North Pointe as one of the Best High Schools in America and #4
among all Phoenix public high schools. The Prep came in at #13 for
all valley high schools and #22 out of the 514 high schools in the
state. North Pointe was also ranked as the top charter high school in
the Northwest Valley. Unlike the State's school ranking, which is
based upon a bell curve (only a certain number of schools can be an
'A', 'B', etc) and primarily reflects Sophomore AIMS scores (10
classes out of over 130 offered at the Prep each day) and a
complicated, questionable growth score, the US News & World
Report rankings are based on AIMS Reading and Math scores as
well as Advanced Placement (AP) college readiness testing (which
includes freshmen-seniors in all core subjects).
more