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AP ® Chemistry (2nd Semester of a 2-semester course)

Free
Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course   2nd Semester of a 2-semester course

Credit: 1.0

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Prerequisites: Success in Chemistry and Algebra II, and teacher/school counselor recommendation.

Course Description: Students solve chemical problems by using mathematical formulation principles and chemical calculations in addition to laboratory experiments. They build on their general understanding of chemical principles and engage in a more in-depth study of the nature and reactivity of matter. Students focus on the structure of atoms, molecules, and ions, and then go on to analyze the relationship between molecular structure and chemical and physical properties. To investigate this relationship, students examine the molecular composition of common substances and learn to transform them through chemical reactions with increasingly predictable outcomes. Students prepare for the AP Exam. The course content aligns to the sequence of topics recommended by the College Board.                            

 

AP ® Environmental Science (2nd Semester of a 2-semester course)

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Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course   2nd Semester of a 2-semester course

Credit: 1.0

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Prerequisites: Two years of high school laboratory science, including life science and physical science, along with at least one year of algebra    

Course Description: The AP Environmental Science course is designed to engage students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships within the natural world. The course requires that students identify and analyze natural and human-made environmental problems, evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and examine alternative solutions for resolving or preventing them. Environmental science is interdisciplinary, embracing topics from geology, biology, environmental studies, environmental science, chemistry, and geography. The AP Environmental Science course is designed to be the equivalent of a one-semester, introductory college course in environmental science.

 

Physical Education

Free
Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5

Grades: 9-12

Course Description: This course combines online instructional guidance with student participation in weekly cardiovascular, aerobic, muscle-toning, and other activities. Students fulfill course requirements by keeping weekly logs of their physical activity. The course promotes the value of lifetime physical activity and includes instruction in injury prevention, nutrition and diet, and stress management.

 

Accounting II (2nd semester of a 2 semester course)

Free

with Lisa Leutenegger

Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course (1st semester of two semester course)

Credit:  1.0 (.5 for Semester 1)

Grades: 10-12 

Prerequisite(s): None 

Course Description:  Accounting 1 is the first semester of a two-semester course. This course teaches accounting while placing emphasis on conceptual understanding and financial statement analysis to encourage students to apply accounting concepts to real-world situations and make informed business decisions. Topics include transactions and methods of accounting for a service business as a sole proprietorship.  During Accounting 2, students will continue their study of accounting through the lens of  a merchandising business organized as a partnership. They will  journalize transactions for purchases, prepare payroll records, and prepare statements for the partnership.  An accounting simulation will be completed which mimics keeping accounting records for an event planning business.  This will be mailed to students.  Students will prepare for the *ASK Finance Certification.

Adobe InDesign

Free
Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length:  Semester Course

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 11-12 

Prerequisite(s): None 

Course Description:  Graphic design professionals and design students alike have embraced Adobe InDesign as the industry standard for page layout software, and this course provides a solid foundation for those looking to learn this program. This course covers all the fundamental concepts, starting with the workspace and proceeding logically and intuitively to more advanced topics in graphic design. Topics covered include, working with text, setting up a document, working with frames, working with color, working with placed images, creating graphics, effects, working with tabs and tables, creating books, and preparing documents for print.

 

Adobe Photoshop

Free
Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length:  Semester Course

Credit:  .5 credit

Grades: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description:  Adobe Photoshop has long provided cutting edge technology for sophisticated digital editing, and this course provides a solid foundation for those looking to learn this industry-standard program. This course prepares students for the Adobe® Certified Associate Photoshop CC 2015 certification.  Real-world, practical examples and step-by-step instruction throughout offer well-rounded, comprehensive coverage of both artistic and technical features. Topics covered include working with layers, making selections, incorporating color, using type, using tools, special effects and filters, and transformation. Adobe® Photoshop software will be available for students via remote download. 

Agriculture Explorations

Free

with Mindy Smits

Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Agriculture Exploration

Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 9-12 

Prerequisite(s): None 

Course Description:  

This course is a Project Based Learning course (PBL). This course is designed as an exploration of the agriculture career pathways. Students will get an introduction to agriculture careers so that they can better assess which pathway to pursue. In this course students explore basic concepts in the broad areas of agribusiness and agriscience, as well as career options in each area. Students study the concepts of horticulture, natural resources, and livestock production, in addition to other common agriculture related topics. Students complete projects to develop a deeper understanding of the role of agriculture in our society.

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Algebra Readiness (2nd Semester of a 2-semester course)

Free
Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course   2nd Semester of a 2-semester course

Credit: 1.0

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Prerequisites: Teacher/school counselor recommendation only  

Course Description: Students build and reinforce foundational math skills which they have not achieved mastery. They progress through carefully paced, guided instruction and engaging interactive practice. Formative assessments identify areas of weakness and prescribe lessons to improve performance. Summative assessments track progress and skill development. If needed, students can move on to Pre-Algebra to further develop the computational skills and conceptual understanding needed to undertake high school math courses with confidence.                                                                   





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