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Culinary Arts 2

Free

with Megan Cotter

Calendar Jan 25, 2027

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Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite: Culinary Arts 1

Course Description:  Did you know that baking is considered a science? Building on the prior prerequisite course, discover how to elevate your culinary skills through the creation of stocks, soups, and sauces, and learn baking techniques. Examine sustainable food practices and the benefits of nutrition while maintaining taste, plating, and presentation to truly wow your guests. The last unit in this course explores careers in the culinary arts for ways to channel your newfound passion!

 

Culinary Arts 3: Baking & Pastry

Free

with Megan Cotter

Calendar Jan 25, 2027

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Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite: Culinary Arts 2

Course Description:  Whether you aspire to be a world-class chef or just want to learn the skills needed to create your own dishes, Culinary Arts 3 will help you build a strong foundation and grow your knowledge of this exciting industry. In this course, you will explore baking and desserts, learn how to prepare proteins, and study nutrition and safety in the kitchen. You will also enhance your understanding of sustainability in the food industry, learn to prepare meals from a global perspective, and dissect the business of cooking, from managing a kitchen to successfully running a catering company. Discover the delights that await you on this delicious culinary adventure!

 

Digital Design with AI

Free

with Cherie LaGree

Calendar Jan 25, 2027

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DIGITAL Design with AI

 

More information to come!!!

Course Length: Semester

Credit: 0.50

Grades:  

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description

Digital Storytelling

Free

with Alison Gillespie

Calendar Jan 25, 2027

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DIGITAL STORYTELLING

Course Length: Semester

Credit: 0.50

Grades: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description: In this course, students will learn how to tell stories using a variety of different digital instruments. Students will analyze successful marketing campaigns and other forms of digital storytelling. Students will learn to identify common elements of digital stories. Students will also learn how to use images/videos/text together to tell a beautiful and compelling story. After studying different forms, students will use project-based learning to create their own various forms of digital stories.

 

Earth Science B (2nd semester of 2 semester course)

Free

with Olivia Jardas

Calendar Jan 25, 2027

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Be sure to register for both semesters.

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

Free

with Tim Callahan

Calendar Jan 25, 2027

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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.

 

Floral Design - 3Q Independent

Free

with Mindy Brickley

Calendar Jan 25, 2027

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FLORAL DESIGN 

Course Length:  Quarter
Available 3rd and 4th Quarter

Credit:  0.25  

Grade Level: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Description:   In this 9-week Floral Design course, students will explore the art of floral arranging while learning essential skills such as design principles, floral techniques, basic tools, and proper flower handling. Students will also gain insight into the business side of floral design, including working with customers, budgeting, and pricing arrangements. They will create their own floral arrangements and develop a deeper appreciation for the creativity and craftsmanship behind the floral industry.  

Food Science

Free

with Olivia Jardas

Calendar Jan 25, 2027

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 FOOD SCIENCE 

Course Length: Semester

Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Description: Students will explore the physical, chemical, and biological properties of food components. The course integrates concepts from chemistry, microbiology, and anatomy to explain how food is created, stored, and digested. Laboratory sessions emphasize measuring techniques, product testing, and sensory evaluation. Topics include: composition and structure of foods (proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, water), food chemistry, food microbiology & safety, preservation & processing methods, food additives & labeling, measurements & chemical reactions in food.

 

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