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CDL Prep (Qtr 2)
with Brent Johnson
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CDL PREP
Course Length: Quarter Course
Credit: 0.25 credit
Grades: 12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Description: Instructs students in the basics of heavy equipment operation licensure requirements, followed by professional skill building and employment readiness. Note: This course does not provide behind-the-wheel instruction nor completion of the Commercial Drivers License exam. The exam must be scheduled to be taken at a local DMV.
Child & Family Development (2nd Quarter)
with Alana Blechl
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2nd Quarter
CHILD & FAMILY DEVELOPMENT
Course Length: 9 weeks
Credit: 0.25 Pathway credit
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Description: This course explores how children and families grow across different stages of life. We will examine the interactions between children and family systems, learn about the various stages and concepts of childhood development, and evaluate the cost of having a child. Through simple examples and real-life situations, students will gain a clearer understanding of how families work and what children need to grow up healthy and supported.
Creative Writing (2nd Quarter)
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2nd Quarter
CREATIVE WRITING
Course Length: 6 weeks
Credit: 0.25
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Description: In this course, students will write original essays, prose, short stories/dramas, and descriptive non-fiction. Students will analyze works of literature to critique, evaluate, and refine their own creative writing skills. The reading, analyzing, and discussing of published works of fiction will be used as a springboard to original pieces of writing. In this course, we will focus on the craft of finding one’s voice through writing.
Graphic Novel Explorations
with Katie Mertz
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GRAPHIC NOVEL EXPLORATIONS
Course Length: 6 weeks
Credit: 0.25
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Description: In Graphic Novel Explorations, students will apply the three enduring outcomes within an English course to the specific genre of graphic novels: read with intent, write with purpose, and speak with clarity. This short course will provide a deeper analysis of the elements used within different types of graphic novels and the examination of a graphic novel’s structure. Asynchronous lesson content will contain examples of contemporary and classic graphic novels. Course is pass/fail as determined by three assessments aligned to the enduring outcomes.
Landscape Design
with Mindy Brickley
LANDSCAPE DESIGN
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Course Length: Quarter
2nd Quarter Nov 2 to Jan 8
Credit: 0.25
Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
OSHA 10
with Luke Steffen
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OSHA 10
Course Length: Quarter Course
Credit: 0.25 credit
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Description: This course offers students the opportunity to become OSHA 10 certified, which is an excellent addition to any resume! Upon completion of the CareerSafe program, you will have a better understanding of the safety needs while working in a career within the construction industry. This program is designed to prepare you for the safety measures and needs within any job site. It will also prepare you for how to handle situations where safety is a concern.
Photography
with Nikki Billings
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PHOTOGRAPHY - Short Course
Course Length: 9 Weeks
Grade Level: 9th-12th Grade
Credit: 0.25
Course Description: In this independent learning class, students will learn basics of photography, including building an understanding of aperture, shutter speed, lighting, and composition. Students are introduced to the history of photography and basic camera functions. They use the basic techniques of composition and camera functions to build a portfolio of images, capturing people, landscapes, close-ups, and action photographs. Students need to have access to a smartphone with a working back camera or a digital camera.
Podcasting
with Katie Mertz
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PODCASTING
Course Length: 6 weeks
Credit: 0.25
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Description: In Podcasting, students will apply the three enduring outcomes within an English course to the specific platform of podcasting: read with intent, write with purpose, and speak with clarity. This short course will provide the foundation to learning about the “behind the scenes” when developing a podcast. The course will highlight elements and skills necessary for integrating successful podcasts. Asynchronous lesson content will contain examples of contemporary and popular podcasts. Course is pass/fail as determined by three assessments aligned to the enduring outcomes. Providing audio clips of one’s voice when answering these assessments is a requirement.