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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.

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MARKETING A/B

Course Length:  Yearlong Course

Credit:  1.0 credit

Grades: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description:  Have you ever wondered how a product makes it to market? Do you know how a business decides what type of advertising to use, and who the ideal customer is? Marketing is the study of the business activities that direct the flow of goods and services from producers to consumers. In this course, you will learn how marketers can satisfy consumer needs and wants, determine which markets the business can best serve, and decide which products and services can best serve these markets. Topics include buyer behavior, marketing research principles, demand analysis, distribution, financing, pricing, product management, and social media marketing. 

Note:  Students will prepare for the *ASK Marketing Certification. Dual Credit can be earned through Madison College.

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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

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Microsoft Office 2: Excel & Outlook  

Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5 credit

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): None

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, 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.

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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.

NUCLEAR CHEMISTRY

Course Length:  6 weeks

Credit: 0.25 

Grades: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): None 

Description:   This quarter-long course will give students the opportunity to investigate how a milk-gallon-sized amount of uranium could destroy a city, and we ask ourselves whether and how this energy might be used for good and whether it should be used at all. This course covers investigations of fission within a nuclear chain reaction, stable and unstable isotopes, and the role of the strong force within the nucleus in binding protons and neutrons together. The unit ends with how nuclear chain reactions are controlled in nuclear power plants and explores radiation associated with both enrichment of uranium and waste from nuclear reactors.

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OSHA 10 

Course Length: Quarter Course

Credit: 0.25 credit

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description: This course offers students the opportunity to become OSHA 10 certified, which is an excellent addition to any resume! Upon completion of the CareerSafe program, you will have a better understanding of the safety needs while working in a career within the construction industry. This program is designed to prepare you for the safety measures and needs within any job site. It will also prepare you for how to handle situations where safety is a concern.

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PERSONAL FINANCE (Asynch/FlexLab) *NEW*

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.

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:

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