Your browser is not optimized for viewing this website.

More information »

Destinations Career Academy of Wisconsin



Our Classes

Communication and Media Studies

Free

with Stephanie Shaw

Calendar Sep 9, 2024

Register for Free. Please have the correct billing details available to provide during registration.

Course Length: Semester

Credit: 0.50 credit

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description: In this course, students will learn about the principles of print and online storytelling as they relate to our communities and current events. The course defines what it means for students to become conscious media consumers. Students will learn investigative skills, responsible and ethical documentation, and writing techniques that focus on the introductory skills of journalism. In alignment with our three enduring outcomes of reading with intent, writing with purpose, and speaking with clarity, students will critically read news stories, write their own feature articles, and conduct interviews.

Computer Literacy 1st Semester of 2 semester course

Free

with William Brazier

Calendar Sep 9, 2024

Register for Free. Please have correct billing details available to provide during registration.

Be sure to register for both semesters

Course Length:  Yearlong Course (1st semester of a 2 semester course)

Credit:  1.0 credit (.5 credit for 1st semester)

Grades: 9-12 

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description:  Using project-based learning, students will explore the basics of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.  Students will create documents that will enhance introductory skills such as manipulating text and images to create effective projects in both programs.  Students will understand the social and ethical issues surrounding the internet, information, and security. To be successful, students need to commit to the course timelines and guidelines.  Students will take the IC3 Certification.  This certification consists of three exams: Living Online, Computing Fundamentals, and Key Applications.

Personal Computers:  It is strongly recommended that students in this course use a Stride K12 issued computer exclusively for content in this course.

Note:  Dual credit can be earned for IT Security Awareness

Construction Exploration (2024-25,Sem 1)

Free

with Danielle Krueger

Calendar Sep 9, 2024

Register for Free. Please have correct billing details available to provide during registration.

 

Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 9-12 

Prerequisite(s): None 

Course Description:  This course provides students with an introduction of the basic equipment used in the construction industry. Students learn about basic equipment operations and job responsibilities. Students will also explore the related Skilled Trades in the construction field.  This course prepares students for entry level requirements and to use concepts pertaining to safety, maintenance, mathematics and communication that Skilled Trades employees may experience.

Will run

Consumer Behavior

Free

with Cherie LaGree

Calendar Sep 9, 2024

Register for Free. Please have correct billing details available to provide during registration.

Course Length:  Semester Course

Credit:  0.5 credit 

Grades: 11-12 

Prerequisite(s): None 

Course Description:   This course draws key concepts from marketing, psychology, sociology, and anthropology to present a strong foundation and highly practical focus on real-world applications for today’s global business environment. This course incorporates current business practices, including extensive coverage of social media influences, increased consumer power, and emerging neuroscience findings. Students also examine controversies in consumer decision-making involving money, goals, emotions, charity, health, materialism, and sustainability. 

Consumer Math 1

Free

with Traci Terrell

Calendar Sep 9, 2024

Register for Free. Please have the correct billing details available to provide during registration.

Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Course Description: In Consumer Math, students study and review arithmetic skills they can apply in their personal lives and in their future careers. Consumer Math 1 begins with a focus on occupational topics; it includes details on jobs, wages, deductions, taxes, insurance, recreation and spending, and transportation. Narrated slideshows help illustrate some of the more difficult content. Throughout the course, students participate in online discussions with each other and their teacher.

 

Culinary Arts 1

Free

with Karen Ogier

Calendar Sep 9, 2024

Register for Free. Please have the correct billing details available to provide during registration.

Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5

Grades: 9-12

Course Description: Thinking of a career in the food service industry or looking to develop your culinary skills? This introductory course will provide you with basic cooking and knife skills while preparing you for entry into the culinary world. Discover the history of food culture, food service, and global cuisines while learning about food science principles and preservation. Finally, prepare for your future by building the professional, communication, leadership, and teamwork skills that are critical to a career in the culinary arts.

 

Current Events

Free

with Luke Johnson

Calendar Sep 9, 2024

Register for Free. Please have the correct billing details available to provide during registration.

Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 10-12

Course Description: – This semester-long course incorporates the use of various media platforms to enhance students’ historical thinking skills, as applied to events that have happened in the recent past. Students will gain the ability to think critically about the cause-and-effect of events, to understand them from multiple perspectives, and use inquiry to deepen their overall understanding. Direct instruction includes historical context to current events being analyzed and assessment will be a range of tools to determine a student's level of proficiency.

Digital Photography

Free

with Abigail Timmerman

Calendar Sep 9, 2024

This course is free to register.  Please have current billing information ready upon checkout.

Course Length:  Semester Course 

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description:  This course focuses on the 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.

Will run





Forgot password?
Staff Log In