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Integrated Math 3 (1st Semester of a 2-semester course)

Free

with Holly Gould

Calendar Sep 8, 2025

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course   1st Semester of a 2-semester course

Credit: 1.0

Recommended Grade Level: 10-12

Course Description:   Integrated Mathematics III, a third-year high school math course, introduces students to polynomials, including the factoring of polynomials, before moving onto quadratics equations and quadratic functions. The course also covers probability, including conditional probability. There are many geometry topics in the course, including transversals, similarity, volume, and circles. Students solve problems using right triangle trigonometry and special right triangles, and use the tools of analytic geometry to describe circles and parabolas in the coordinate plane.


                                                                                                                                    

 

Introduction to Computer Science (1st Semester of a 2 Semester Course)

Free

with Nikki Billings

Calendar Sep 8, 2025

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

Credit:  1.0 credit

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): Computer Literacy and IT Explorations

Course Description:   Introduces students to the broad field of computer science. Students will be better equipped for continuing studies in computer science beyond the scope of this course. It will broaden students’ awareness of the computing tools they use and rely on every day and encourage them to start thinking about the decisions and processes that go into the creation of these technologies. Topics covered: computational thinking, programming in block-based and text-based languages, digital media processing with mathematical manipulation, data mining, and the evolution and current uses of everyday technology.

Note:  This course prepares students for the AP Computer Science Principles exam.

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Introduction to Networking

Free

with Abigail Timmerman

Calendar Sep 8, 2025

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Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 10-12 

Prerequisite(s): None 

Course Description:    

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of computing. Students will learn about setting up hardware and networks while experiencing how to maintain and connect to them. Understanding CyberSecurity and digital citizenship is another focus for students to learn about in a technology-dominated world.

Note:  This course prepares students to earn the CompTia ITF+ Certification.

IT Explorations

Free

with Cherie LaGree

Calendar Sep 8, 2025

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Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 9-12 

Prerequisite(s): Computer Literacy

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.

Javascript/Gamification (1st semester of a 2 semester course)

Free

with Nikki Billings

Calendar Sep 8, 2025

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course 

Credit:  1.0 credit 

Grades: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): IT Explorations and Intro to Computer Science

Course Description:  Thisvideo game and web interactive design curriculum teaches the foundations of creating video games in JavaScript. While this course is introductory, its curriculum teaches the foundations of computer science and basic programming, with an emphasis on helping students develop logical thinking and problem-solving skills. Once students complete the course, they will have learned material equivalent to a semester college introductory course in Computer Science and be able to program in JavaScript.

Life Unleashed: Bridging Biology & Innovation (formerly Intro to Biotechnology)

Free

with Olivia Jardas

Calendar Sep 8, 2025

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Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 10-12 

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description:   

What is biotechnology and how is it changing the way we live?  Is it possible nature can provide all of the answers to some of science’s most pressing concerns?  In this course, you will learn the basics of biotechnology and evolutionary theory, explore the various ways we grow, store and preserve food, and discover the process of fermentation and microbiology.  This course will also cover the importance of breeding plants, hybridization, and how early breeding programs led to the study of genetics and an understanding of the function of genes.

Math Reasoning-Dual Credit (1st Semester of a 2-semester course)

Free

with Traci Terrell

Calendar Sep 8, 2025

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course   1st Semester of a 2-semester course

Credit: 1.0

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Prerequisites: Passing with a “C” or better in Geometry or Integrated Math 2 (and/or ACT of 17 or better)

Course Description: All college students, regardless of their college major, need to be able to make reasonable decisions about fiscal, environmental, and health issues that require quantitative reasoning skills. An activity-based approach is used to explore numerical relationships, graphs, proportional relationships, algebraic reasoning, and problem solving using linear, exponential and other mathematical models. Students will develop conceptual and procedural tools that support the use of key mathematical concepts in a variety of contexts. This course may be used as the first of a two part sequence that ends with Quantitative Reasoning as the capstone general education math requirement.

MEDFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT ONLY Basic Equipment Fundamentals (2025-2026, Sem 1)

Free

with Davey Sapinski

Calendar Sep 8, 2025

Medford School District Only

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Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 10-12 

Prerequisite(s): None 

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 Mobile 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.

 





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