Grades 9-12 Digital Course Content Catalog
Selecting your courses...
A successful high school experience requires careful planning. The purpose of this catalog is to outline the many courses offered at Massapequa High School - Main Campus and Massapequa High School - Ames Campus. It should be read carefully by every student and his/her parents.
Each year the Digital Course Content Catalog is revised and updated to reflect the latest course offerings and opportunities. The information contained herein is designed to clearly explain the many options that are available. Parents and students are urged to set aside the time for an appointment with the student's guidance counselor. It is only through having all questions answered that a schedule will truly reflect what is best for the student.
The decisions students make as they proceed through senior high school will significantly affect their future. They should be made wisely and with careful consideration. The administration, guidance staff, and teachers are ready to assist.
To get started with selecting courses we recommend reviewing the Important Academic Information section first. When ready to select courses, review the Course Content Catalog by Subject section below. There you will find links to each subject's digital course content catalog page with complete details on course objectives, the specific course titles offered, detailed course descriptions, number of credits earned and videos with past students speaking about their experiences.
Step 1: Review Important Academic Information
Step 2: Planning Student Program Schedules
Step 3: Review Course Offerings by Subject
Course Explanations
Electives: An elective is a course chosen by students which may be applied toward the diploma requirements. Electives may be taken in a variety of academic subject areas.
Prerequisites: Some courses have prerequisites listed with the course description. A prerequisite means a previous course is required before you may enroll. It is advised that students set for themselves a minimum grade of 70 or better to enroll in a sequential course. Experience has shown that students who do not receive a minimum grade of 70 in a first level course, have difficulty experiencing success in advanced level courses.