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PLANT SCIENCE/BOTANY *NEW*

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Calendar Sep 8, 2026

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PLANT SCIENCE/BOTANY *NEW*

Course Length: Semester

Credit: 0.5

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite(s):   None

Course Description: – Do you have a green thumb or struggle to keep plants alive? No matter your level of plant expertise, this class is a great fit for those wanting to grow their plant knowledge. Throughout the class, students will dig into the science of plants, learning about their parts and structures, how they grow and function, what’s happening at the cellular level, their life cycle, and the ways they reproduce. Students will engage in interactive activities and hands-on labs designed to bring concepts to life and help make the science of plants tangible.

 

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Pre-Algebra A/B

Free
Calendar Sep 8, 2026

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PRE-ALGEBRA A/B

Course Length: Yearlong Course

Credit: 1.0 credit

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Course Description: In this course, students take a broader look at computational and problem-solving skills while learning the language of algebra. Students extend their understanding of order of operations, equations and inequalities, linear relationships, functions, properties of exponents, polynomials, representing data, irrational numbers, and the pythagorean theorem.

 

Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry (1st Semester of a 2-semester course)

Free

with Alex Riddle

Calendar Sep 8, 2026

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PRE-CALCULUS/TRIGONOMETRY

Course Length: Yearlong Course

Credit: 1.0 credit

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Prerequisites: Geometry and Algebra II (or equivalents)    

 

Psychology

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Calendar Sep 8, 2026

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PSYCHOLOGY

Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5 credit Pathway or Social Studies credit

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description: In this one-semester course, students investigate why human beings think and act as they do. This is an introductory course that broadly covers several areas of psychology. Instructional material presents theories and current research for students to critically evaluate and understand. Each unit introduces terminology, theories, and research that are critical to the understanding of psychology and includes tutorials and interactive exercises. Students learn how to define and use key psychology terms and how to apply psychological principles to their own lives.

 

READING, WRITING AND SPEAKING FOR COLLEGE AND BEYOND

Free
Calendar Sep 8, 2026

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READING, WRITING AND SPEAKING FOR COLLEGE AND BEYOND

Course Length: Semester

Credit: 0.50

Grades: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description: In Reading, Writing and Speaking for College and Beyond, students will expand on the linguistic skills they nurtured in American Cultural Studies and/or Global Cultural Studies by analyzing how the language is incorporated in both professional and collegiate settings. Students will look at how to artfully employ English in a career setting and strategically prepare for the rigors of academic work after high school. 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.

 

SAFETY & TOOLS OF THE TRADES *NEW*

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Calendar Sep 8, 2026

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SAFETY & TOOLS OF THE TRADES *NEW*

Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5 credit

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): Skilled Trades Explorations is RECOMMENDED

Course Description: This course prepares students for entry into the construction trades by introducing common tools and materials used on construction sites and emphasizing proper handling and safety procedures. Students develop skills in safe tool operation, jobsite awareness, and industry-standard practices, including flagging. Instruction prepares students to take and pass the OSHA 30 certification exam while reinforcing responsibility, communication, and workplace professionalism. Through applied activities and assessments, students build foundational safety knowledge essential for construction careers.

FlexLab Component: This course is offered asynchronously. No live instructional classes will be provided. The teacher will be available for support, as needed. FlexLab courses contain two required components - failure to complete both will result in failure of the course: Online Coursework: Students will complete coursework independently online with milestones and deadlines built within the course. Course content will include digital lessons, video instruction and lectures, readings, and interactive assignments delivered through our learning management system and CareerSafe Program. Virtual Lab Sessions: Students will participate in ONE of three lab sessions. Each session will last up to three (3) hours. Labs may include simulations, real-world issues, and/or group problem solving. Students will submit lab reports or reflective journals after each lab session.

 

Science Literacy

Free
Calendar Sep 8, 2026

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SCIENCE LITERACY

Course Length: Semester

Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Description: Fake news or good science? In a world where we have access to unlimited information, it is hard to sift through the echo chamber of opinions fueled by emotions and personal biases, rather than scientific evidence. Science Literacy will teach you about the process of science, how to think critically, how to differentiate science from pseudoscience, how indigenous wisdom can inform science, how to understand and design a scientific study, and how to critically evaluate scientific communication in the media. Every module will build your new skill-base with real life examples, and at the end of each module you will have to apply these skills to scientific questions, talking points and controversies in the world. Warning: this course requires an open mind and the ability to self-reflect.

 

Sociology

Free

with Kaitlin Gasser

Calendar Sep 8, 2026

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SOCIOLOGY

Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5 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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