Technology education courses teach students how to deal with real life situations of a technical nature. Course offerings in areas such as Design and Drawing for Production, Civil Engineering, Principles of Engineering, Video Production and Residential Construction all stress the application of skills and knowledge acquired in other curricular areas, while presenting new and challenging material specific to technical subjects. Students participate in experiences that provide a practical outlet for the use of math, science, art, social studies and communication. Part of this experience involves learning how tools, machines, materials and processes are important to everyday life. Students learn how products are designed, manufactured and constructed and also examine the impacts these products have on the natural and social environment. Another important facet of this curriculum is that students can explore possible occupational interests, which may lead to fulfilling careers. The courses in technology may be taken as electives by any student and would be of particular benefit to those who are considering a technical career in fields such as architecture or engineering. Some students may choose to complete a 5-unit Career & Technical Education (CTE) sequence to achieve a Regents Diploma with Advanced Designation in lieu of the LOTE requirement.

Students who complete 2 .5 credits in a Technology Academy strand receive a Technology Academy Seal on their diplomas. Students who complete Project Lead The Way (PLTW) courses may receive college credit at the Rochester Institute of Technology. In addition, Project Lead The Way students who complete 3 PLTW electives including the senior project capstone course Engineering Design and Development will receive a graduation distinction.

English 9H and 10H are rigorous courses developed to prepare students for the demands of higher level English study. Both courses compress and accelerate the ninth and 10th grade ELA Regents curriculum in order to further develop close reading, analytical thinking and writing skills. While all ninth and 10th grade English courses offer a challenging and worthwhile academic curriculum, the honors level incorporates interdisciplinary learning and long-term assignments that focus on understanding global perspectives. Students who enroll in English 9H or 10H must be highly motivated and self-disciplined. The Honors program is open enrollment. Students considering the honors level should seek the recommendations of their current English teacher and school counselor, have maintained a quarterly average of 90 or above in English and be interested in pursuing IB or SUNY coursework in the future. Summer assignments required.

The World Language Department utilizes a communicative-based language approach. The development of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills is based upon useful situations in practical settings. Active class participation and responsible completion of assignments contribute to success in the Queensbury program. A minimum of 1 credit of World Language is required for Local and Regents Diplomas, while 3 credits are required for the Advanced Regents Diploma.

• Mixed Chorus – 1 Credit

• Sinfonietta Orchestra – 1 Credit

• Concert Choir – 1 Credit

• Mixed Chorus/Symphonic Band – 1 Credit

• Symphonic Band – 1 Credit

• Concert Choir/Concert Band – 1 Credit

• Concert Band – 1 Credit

• Mixed Chorus/String Orchestra – 1 Credit

• String Orchestra – 1 Credit

• Concert Choir/Sinfonietta Orchestra – 1 Credit