English Learners (EL)
Ridgewood High School is dedicated to supporting English Learners (EL) through comprehensive English Language programming that includes a range of services and bilingual education options. Upon enrollment, every new student is required to complete a Home Language Survey, which helps identify potential English Learners. Those who qualify are then screened and provided with tailored EL services to support their language development per ISBE regulations. To monitor progress, all EL students must take the annual English language proficiency assessment, ACCESS, which informs placement decisions and instructional adjustments. Our commitment is to ensure that each EL student receives the necessary support to achieve proficiency and succeed academically, with annual placement evaluations based on ACCESS scores guiding their ongoing educational journey.
Music
Students enrolled in music at Ridgewood High School will understand and demonstrate how music functions in and reflects patterns in history, society, our community, and everyday life. Students will understand the basic language of music, including reading, writing, theory, history, style trends, organizational structures, and creative expression through composition and performance. Students will have the experiences necessary to continue to enjoy and perform music into adulthood as a hobby or career.
Art
Art is a means of communication, self-expression, and a great way to strengthen and hone creative thinking and problem-solving skills! Students are strongly encouraged to explore individual creativity and demonstrate original ideas.The Art Department endeavors to teach the fundamental building blocks of art and to foster the understanding of art as it relates to technology, careers, history and world cultures.
World Language
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The World Language team, through the study of other languages, aspires to equip students with an understanding of world cultures and to develop skills to communicate in another language and improve literacy skills in their native language. We aim to have students apply what they learn to understand and work in the real world and broaden their professional preparation.