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Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  1.0 credit

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): Computer Literacy or placement exam

Course Description:  Understanding numbers and analyzing data is vital. Learn the functionality of Excel with our Microsoft certification course. This certification course moves swiftly using project-based learning to simulate the time management and professionalism of the workplace environment. To be successful in the course, students need to commit to the course timelines and procedures. Students will learn advanced skills used by every business to create budgets, utilize data analysis tools, functions, pivot tables, automation with macros to create charts in graphs and many more features. Students will take the Microsoft Certification Exam for Excel.

Platform(s):  Students in this course will be expected to access multiple “outside” platforms including GMetrix or TestOut Software, MSi, Certiport (for certification), and Madison College platforms, to name a few.

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 Microsoft Excel. 

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Course Length:  Semester Course

Credit:  .5 credit (Pathway or Social Studies credit)

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description:  Students explore complex social issues in a variety of social settings—from families and schools to global cultures.  Real-world application is the centerpiece of this course, as students complete projects to develop and apply their knowledge. 

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Course Length:  Semester Course

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description:   In this capstone course, students develop a deep understanding of the functions and structures of the United States Government by examining political issues and campaigns, the Constitution, the lawmaking process, and the court system.  There is the option to complete supplementary coursework to prepare for the AP US Government and Politics Exam for students enrolled in this course.

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Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 9-12 

Prerequisite(s): None 

Course Description:  Is a career in criminal justice right for you?  This course explores issues facing the criminal justice system and criminal justice professionals while introducing students to a variety of criminal justice career options and skills. 

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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

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Course Length:  Semester Course

Credit:  .5 credit (Pathway or Science credit)

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): Biology

Course Description:  Are you crazy about CSI?  Want to learn how real crime scenes are processed and the role of science in solving crimes?  This is the course for you!  Begin your exploration here.  We learn about evidence collection, fingerprints, impression evidence, and sketching crime scenes.  For each category of evidence. we also review case studies to see how these types of evidence have been applied to real-life cases. We wrap up the semester by looking at Forensic Science career options and sub-specialties.  Worried it'll be too gross?  We stick with pretty "clean" types of evidence in this class, though our case studies and discussions do cover serious crimes including murders.

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Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  .67 credit

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite(s):  Computer Literacy or placement exam

Course Description:  Unlock the full potential of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint with our Microsoft certification course. The course moves swiftly using project-based learning to simulate the time management and professionalism of document creation in a workplace environment. To be successful in the course, students need to commit to the course timelines and procedures.

Platform(s):  Students in this course will be expected to access multiple “outside” platforms including GMetrix or TestOut Software, MSi, Certiport (for certification), and Madison College platforms, to name a few.

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 Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint. 

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Be sure to register for both semesters.

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

Credit: 1.0

Grade Level: 11-12

Course Description: AP® Psychology provides an overview of current psychological research methods and theories. Students will explore the therapies used by professional counselors and clinical psychologists and examine the reasons for normal human reactions: how people learn and think, the process of human development and human aggression, altruism, intimacy, and self-reflection. They will study core psychological concepts, such as the brain and sense functions, and learn to gauge human reactions, gather information, and form meaningful syntheses. The course exposes students to facts, research, appropriate terminology, and major figures in the world of psychology. The equivalent of a 100-level college survey course, AP Psychology prepares students for the AP Exam and for further studies in psychology and life sciences.