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Course Length: Semester Credit: 0.5 Grade Level: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Description:   Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary exploration of the natural world and the complex interactions between humans and the environment. This course introduces students to foundational concepts in ecology, earth systems, biodiversity, energy resources, and environmental change. Through scientific inquiry, case studies, and hands-on activities, students will examine current environmental challenges—including climate change, pollution, land use, and resource management—and evaluate evidence-based strategies for creating sustainable solutions.

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:

1. 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. 
2. Virtual Lab Sessions Students will participate in TWO of five lab sessions, each session will last up to THREE hours.  Labs may include dissections, data collection, chemical reactions, and/or group problem solving. Students will submit lab reports or reflective journals after each lab session.)

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ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (SYNCHRONOUS)

Course Length: Semester

Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Description:Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary exploration of the natural world and the complex interactions between humans and the environment. This course introduces students to foundational concepts in ecology, earth systems, biodiversity, energy resources, and environmental change. Through scientific inquiry, case studies, and hands-on activities, students will examine current environmental challenges—including climate change, pollution, land use, and resource management—and evaluate evidence-based strategies for creating sustainable solutions.

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INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP

Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5 credit

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): Business & Marketing Explorations

Fall or Spring Semester yet to be determined

Course Description: Do you dream of owning your own business someday, or working for a company in a leadership position? Wherever your path may lead you, having the essential knowledge of business types, requirements to start a business, understanding of finances, business law, marketing, sales, customer service, and more, will ensure you’re on the path to success. Let’s explore your passion for business in this course!

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PERSONAL FINANCE

Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5 credit

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description: This course covers the most current and relevant financial topics that impact today’s students. Topics include budgeting, identity theft, saving, investing, insurance/risk management, online banking, and careful use of credit. This course teaches students how to plan and manage their personal finances, how to live a financially successful life, and what their financial responsibilities are as citizens.

Note: Students will prepare for the W!SE Financial Literacy Certification.

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Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5

Grades: 9-12

Course Description: This course combines online instructional guidance with student participation in weekly cardiovascular, aerobic, muscle-toning, and other activities. Students fulfill course requirements by keeping weekly logs of their physical activity. The course promotes the value of lifetime physical activity and includes instruction in injury prevention, nutrition and diet, and stress management.

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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.

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ANIMAL SCIENCE CERTIFICATION PREP COURSE (Short Course - Second Quarter)

Course Length: Quarter 

Credit: 0.25 

Grades: 11-12

Prerequisite(s):  Animal Science 2 & Vet Science

Description:  Is your dream job to work with animals? Are you passionate about animals and excited to take the next step in your learning? Throughout this 9-week course, students will strengthen their prior knowledge while preparing to earn the Elanco Fundamentals of Animal Science Certification, a nationally recognized credential, that serves as an excellent resume and career builder. The class prepares students by reviewing key areas of the animal science industry, including animal health, nutrition, reproduction, and general management practices. This short course is the perfect next step for students who want to take their passion for animals to the next level and gain a valuable industry-recognized certificate for their future.

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Semester Schedules are yet to be determined.  This course may move to 2nd semester.

COMMUNICATION & MEDIA STUDIES

Course Length: Semester

Credit: 0.50

Grades: 11-12

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 a conscious media consumer. Students will learn investigative skills, responsible and ethical documentation, and writing techniques that focus on the introductory skills of journalism. In alignment to 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.