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Earth Science (2nd semester of 2 semester course)
with Olivia Jardas
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EARTH SCIENCE A/B
Course Length: Yearlong
Credit: 1.0
Grade Level: 10-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Description: This comprehensive Earth Science course provides students with an in-depth understanding of the Earth’s systems and the universe around it. Start our journey by exploring the Earth’s formation, its geological history, and the processes that have shaped its surface over billions of years. Follow the fundamentals of map reading, interpretation, and the use of topographic maps to understand landforms. Investigate the dynamic forces that govern Earth’s natural phenomena, such as volcanoes, earthquakes, weather patterns, and natural disasters. Finalize our journey by delving into the study of the Earth’s place in the universe while learning about the solar system, the lifecycle of stars, space exploration, and the relationship between Earth and other celestial bodies.
Engineering Explorations
with Tim Callahan
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ENGINEERING EXPLORATIONS
Course Length: Semester Course
Credit: 0.5 credit
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Description: This course introduces the concept of engineering to students. Starting with the history of engineering, students will learn how engineering has evolved and understand that the past plays a critical role in product improvement. Students will also be introduced to the Engineering Design Process to understand how it plays a vital role in the world of engineering. Lastly, students will investigate different focus areas of engineering to decide which subdiscipline could be of future interest to them.
Ethics Across Pathways (3rd Quarter)
with Kaitlin Gasser
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ETHICS ACROSS PATHWAYS
Course Length: 9 weeks
Credit: 0.25 Pathway Credit
Grades: 9-12
ETHICS ACROSS PATHWAYS
Course Length: 9 weeks
Credit: 0.25 Pathway Credit
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Description: Put your communication, ethical decision-making, and professional conduct to the test. With real-world scenarios that bring concepts to life, this class will strengthen your knowledge and will help you to lead with integrity. This course also prepares students for the ASK Fundamentals of Ethics Certification.
Forensic Science 2 (ES)
with Kaitlin Gasser
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FORENSIC SCIENCE 2 (ES)
Course Length: Semester Course
Credit: 0.5 credit Pathway or Science credit
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite(s): Pass Biology and Forensic Science 1 with a C or better
Course Description: Have you taken Forensic Science 1 and want to dig even deeper into Forensic Science/CSI? Expand your learning with Forensic Science 2. This class picks up where Forensic Science 1 leaves off. We explore additional evidence types, including some of the "grosser" ones, like decomposition, entomology, and blood spatter. Additional topics include DNA, blood spatter, toxicology, and physical trauma. As in Forensic Science 1, we also tie these topics to real-world cases through our case studies.
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Global Cultural Studies B (2nd semester of a 2 semester course)
with Stephanie Shaw
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GLOBAL CULTURAL STUDIES
Course Length: Yearlong
Credit: 1.0 English +1.0 Social Studies
Grades: 10
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Description: This course fosters an interdisciplinary approach to studying world history, social life, literature, politics, arts, and popular culture in global contexts. Our curriculum is directly aligned with fostering students’ critical, ethical, and global thinking. At the core, our courses explore the question, “What does it mean to explore how the past shapes our world today?” We will focus on the three enduring outcomes of English: reading with intent, writing with purpose, and speaking with clarity. We will also focus on the three enduring outcomes of Social Studies: thinking critically, engaging civically, and communicating clearly.
Health Sciences 2 (ES)
with Alana Blechl
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Course Length: Semester Course
Credit: .5 credit
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of Health Sciences 1 or teacher recommendation
Course Description: This course provides students with an understanding of human behavior and lifespan development from a healthcare perspective utilizing the five health science pathways. Course coverage spans a broad range of important mental health and human development topics and addresses them alongside their significance for healthcare professionals. Presenting both client and caregiver perspectives, students will explore the behaviors, emotions, physical changes, and coping mechanisms encountered in a variety of healthcare situations and settings while maintaining responsibilities and patients' rights.
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Healthcare Explorations
with Alana Blechl
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HEALTHCARE EXPLORATIONS
Course Length: Semester Course
Credit: 0.5 credit
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Description: This course is designed as an exploration of the healthcare career pathways. Students will get an introduction to healthcare careers so that they can better assess which pathway to pursue. In this course, students explore basic concepts in the broad areas of healthcare, as well as career options in each area. Students study the concepts of disease prevention, personal health management, and emergency preparation, in addition to other common health-related functions. Students complete projects to develop a deeper understanding of the roles these healthcare functions play.
Heavy Equipment Explorations
with Tadhg Barrett
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Course Length: Semester Course
Credit: 0.5 credit
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Description: This semester-long course introduces students to four key skilled trades: Operating Engineer (Heavy Equipment Operator), Electrician, Pipefitter/Plumber, and Welder. The course emphasizes career exploration, hands-on learning through skill-based activities, and reflective portfolio development culminating in a student-choice capstone project. Students will build foundational knowledge of each trade, practice essential skills such as safety, math, communication, and blueprint reading, and engage in community-building activities. Throughout the course, students will document their learning, reflections, and career insights in a Career Exploration Portfolio that supports skill mastery and career planning.