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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.
Heavy Equipment Fundamentals (Basic Equipment Fundamentals)
with Luke Steffen
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HEAVY EQUIPMENT FUNDAMENTALS
(was Basic Equipment Fundamentals)
Course Length: Semester Course
Credit: 0.5 credit
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite(s): Heavy Equipment Explorations (or Construction Explorations if taken before the 2026-2027 school year)
Course Description: Introduces students to heavy equipment used in the construction industry. Students will also be instructed on basic safety, maintenance, and communication methods that operating engineers may be exposed to.
Notes: Completion of this course, along with Basic Grade & Construction Math and Basic Equipment Maintenance, at a C or better makes the student eligible for a Pre-Apprenticeship Certification endorsed by Local 139–International Union of Operating Engineers. / Completion of this course at a B or better can earn apprenticeship credit at Fox Valley Technical College.
Interpersonal Communications
with Josh Anderson
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INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS
Course Length: Semester Course
Credit: 0.5 credit English Credit
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Description: In this course, students will pursue a greater understanding and appreciation for cultures of various races, ethnicities, socio-economic classes, and genders by analyzing modern and classic literature. Students will practice using textual references, inferring, and critical thinking. This course continues to focus on applying the three enduring outcomes of: strengthening the ability to read with intent, write with purpose, and speak with clarity.
IT Explorations
with Nikki Billings
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Information Technology (IT) Explorations
Course Length: Semester Course
Credit: .5 credit
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Description: This course is designed as an exploration of the information technology career pathways. Students will get an introduction to information technology careers so that they can better assess which pathway to pursue. In this course students explore basic concepts in the broad areas of information technology, as well as career options in each area. Students study the concepts of networking information support, web and digital communications, and programming and software development.
Note: Dual credit can be earned for IT Career Exploration and IT Security Awareness through Madison College.
Language for Pathways (English)
with Josh Anderson
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LANGUAGE FOR PATHWAYS *NEW*
Course Length: Semester
Credit: 0.50
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Description: In Language for Pathways, students will elevate their reading, writing and speaking skills they worked on in American Cultural Studies and/or Global Cultural Studies by focusing on the scientific and business side of the communication arts. Among other skills, students will practice annotation, attention to detail in their writing, and vocal communication. This course continues to focus on applying the three enduring outcomes of: strengthening the ability to read with intent, write with purpose, and speak with clarity. The outcomes allow for student choice, whether it be by method of showing the skills or by topic. This course is appropriate for students of all skill levels who enjoy open-ended, skill-based assessments.
Medical Terminology (ES)
with Craig Lebakken
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MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY (ES)
Course Length: Semester Course
Credit: 0.5 credit Science Credit
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Description: This course is designed to provide students with a better understanding and working knowledge of medicine that is required for understanding medical terminology and simplifies the process of learning hundreds of these complex terms. The course helps students understand specialties, pathology, diagnostic techniques, and treatment procedures. The course includes critical thinking exercise scenarios that involve patients and pathology so students can apply their knowledge to the real world.
Equivalent Science
Mobile Equipment Maintenance
with Tadhg Barrett
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MOBILE EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
Course Length: Semester Course
Credit: 0.5 credit
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite(s): Heavy Equipment Explorations (or Construction Explorations if taken before the 2026-2027 school year)
Course Description: Instruct students in the basics of maintenance of heavy equipment. Students will learn about engines, hydraulic systems, powertrain systems, lubricants, and electrical systems. They will also be taught preventative maintenance, how to use parts and technical manuals, shop safety, and tools.Engin
Notes: Completion of this course, along with Basic Equipment Fundamentals and Basic Grade & Construction Math, at a C or better makes the student eligible for a Pre-Apprenticeship Certification endorsed by Local 139–International Union of Operating Engineers. / Completion of this course at a B or better can earn apprenticeship credit at Fox Valley Technical College.