Newmark High School’s student population requires flexibility in terms of content and pace so our academic curriculum is designed to serve as a general guideline.
We recognize that our teachers will make adaptations that are necessary to create learning conditions which are
appropriate for individual student needs. Our curriculum is designed to meet individual student goals. We have the rigor required for the college-bound student, as well as the modifications and assistive technology necessary to help close educational gaps due to specific learning disabilities and lost school time. All students will receive a comprehensive transition plan to help them prepare for life after graduation.
Throughout our program, the New Jersey Student Learning Standards & College and Career Readiness Standards are addressed. Individual Education Plans (IEP) are developed using these standards, which includes a comprehensive transition plan.
Instructional Focus
Newmark High School provides a curriculum linked to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. These state standards are implemented in all subject areas.
Life Skills Training in Studio Apartment for both independent living and dorm life
Post Graduate (5th Year) Program to bridge skill development for college or workplace readiness
Transition Workshops/Education for parents
Parent Resources
Newmark High School provides each student with an appropriate education based upon his/her Individualized Education Program (IEP), developed by his/her school district in accordance with New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14, the New Jersey Student Learning Standards and Workplace Readiness Standards. It is the goal of Newmark High School that each student work within and meet these standards.
IP - Independent Practice
Independent Practice is given nightly. Independent Practice is important because it helps students develop and refine intellectual skills, develop into independent learners and nurture an identity as successful learners. The purpose of Independent Practice is to check whether the student understands a concept or skill; to practice a skill learned in class; to preview something he/she will learn in class soon and to review for a test or quiz. Research recommends the 10-minute rule for IP, which means that for whatever grade the student is in, they will receive 10 minutes of practice. Newmark High School students will receive no more than 90-120 minutes of Independent Practice per night. Although Independent Practice is an informal assessment for feedback, all assignments are reviewed with an Independent Practice rubric and included within the course grade as a percentage of the grade for data tracking purposes. The IP rubric is discussed with students to provide guidance on assignment completion. Parents can view the IP rubric within the student’s Schoology courses in the parent resource folder.
Students continue on to prominent colleges and universities, county colleges, and trade schools, and find meaningful employment that allows them to function at their full potential.
Recent graduates attend:
Beacon College
Brookdale Community College
Caldwell University
Centenary University
The College of St. Rose
County College of Morris
Drexel University
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Hudson County Community College
Ithaca College
Kean University
Manhattan College
Marshall University
Middlesex County College
Mitchell College
Montclair State University
NJ Institute of Technology
New York University
NY Institute of Technology - Vocational Independence Program
Norwich University
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Ramapo College
Raritan Valley Community College
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rollins College
Rutgers University
Sacred Heart University
Saint Peter's University
School of Visual Arts, NYC
Seton Hall University
Stevens Institute of Technology
Syracuse University
The College of New Jersey
Union County College
Union County Vocational Technical Schools
U.S. Military
University of Connecticut
What our parents are saying
"We just have to tell you what an incredible impact the NYC summer program had on Joe.
Basil and I have marveled all summer on how much Joe grew up this summer and we think the NYC program had a lot to do with his growth. Truthfully we have not seen this much evident growth in him in many years.
Joe, on his own, chose to walk almost every day since the program ended. He got himself up and out of the house and walked for as long as 2 hours on some days. He walked to the park, around our neighborhood, to a local deli to get himself lunch and even walked by himself to the barber to get a haircut (including paying and tipping the barber). He is now helpful around the house; willingly helping with whatever we need. His ability to make decisions and especially his ability to deal with life when it doesn't go as he had expected has increased significantly. And maybe one of the most significant changes we have seen is his ability to deal with Alyssa and her needs. He has become sensitive and empathetic to her needs and struggles and goes out of his way to do things that he thinks may help her or knows to stay away when that is the best answer in a given situation.
We just want to thank you for putting together such an awesome program, we are keenly aware that you went above and beyond to make this program successful for Joe and his peers.
We look forward to a great school year for Joe and working with you as we look to prepare Joe for college.
