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Semester 2 - All Categories

Chemistry (2nd Semester of a 2-semester course)

Free
Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Be sure to register for both semesters.

Course Length:  Yearlong Course   2nd Semester of a 2-semester course

Credit: 1.0

Recommended Grade Level: 10-12

Course Description: This course provides a comprehensive survey of all key areas: atomic structure, chemical bonding and reactions, solutions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, and more. The course uses a storyline structure that connects to real-world phenomena, and answers questions like: How can we slow the flow of energy on Earth to protect vulnerable coastal communities?; What causes lightning and why are some places sager than others when it strikes?; How could we find and use the resources we need to live beyond Earth?; Why are oysters dying, and how can we use chemistry to protect them?; and Which fuels should we design our next-generation vehicles to use?

    

 

College Reading – Dual Credit Course

Free
Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length: Semester II

Credit: 1 (Based on 3-credit college course)

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Course Description: Introduction to College Writing, while assuming competence in basic paragraph and essay structure, reinforces principles of composition that employ critical thinking in reading and writing and develops students' grammatical competence and writing style. Through multiple revisions and workshops, students acquire writing process awareness, self-advocacy skills for understanding and managing assignments, and information literacy skills to prepare them for college writing.

Note: Dual credit can be earned for College Writing.

Computer Literacy 2nd Semester of 2 semester course

Free
Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course (2nd semester of a 2-semester course)

Credit:  1.0 credit (.5 credit for 2nd semester)

Grades: 9-12 

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description:  Using project-based learning, students will explore the basics of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.  Students will create documents that will enhance introductory skills such as manipulating text and images to create effective projects in both programs.  Students will understand the social and ethical issues surrounding the internet, information, and security. To be successful, students need to commit to the course timelines and guidelines.  Students will take the IC3 Certification.  This certification consists of three exams: Living Online, Computing Fundamentals, and Key Applications.

Personal Computers:  It is strongly recommended that students in this course use a Stride K12 issued computer exclusively for content in this course.

Note:  Dual credit can be earned for IT Security Awareness

Construction Exploration (2024-25,Sem 2)

Free

with Danielle Krueger

Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 9-12 

Prerequisite(s): None 

Course Description:  This course provides students with an introduction of the basic equipment used in the construction industry. Students learn about basic equipment operations and job responsibilities. Students will also explore the related Skilled Trades in the construction field.  This course prepares students for entry level requirements and to use concepts pertaining to safety, maintenance, mathematics and communication that Skilled Trades employees may experience.

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Consumer Math 2

Free
Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course   2nd Semester of a 2-semester course

Credit: .5

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Prerequisites: None

Course Description: In Consumer Math, students study and review arithmetic skills they can apply in their personal lives and in their future careers. In Consumer Math 2, students learn about personal finances, checking and savings accounts, loans and buying on credit, automobile expenses, and housing expenses. Narrated slideshows help illustrate some of the more difficult content. Throughout the course, students participate in online discussions with each other and their teacher.

 

Criminology

Free
Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length:  Semester Course

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): Pass Sociology with a C or better OR by teacher recommendation.

Course Description:  Every society has laws that its citizens must follow.  This course focuses on the creation and application of laws in various areas of society. By understanding the workings of our court system and how laws are carried out, students become more informed and responsible citizens.

Culinary Arts 3 - Baking & Pastry

Free
Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5

Grades: 9-12

Culinary Arts 3: Baking & Pastry - Next Offered in 2024-25 School Year

Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite: Culinary Arts 2

Course Description: Whether you aspire to be a world-class chef or just want to learn the skills needed to create your own dishes, Culinary Arts 3 will help you build a strong foundation and grow your knowledge of this exciting industry. In this course, you will explore baking and desserts, learn how to prepare proteins, and study nutrition and safety in the kitchen. You will also enhance your understanding of sustainability in the food industry, learn to prepare meals from a global perspective, and dissect the business of cooking, from managing a kitchen to successfully running a catering company. Discover the delights that await you on this delicious culinary adventure!

 

Cybersecurity

Free
Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length:  Semester Course

Grades: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): IT Explorations and Intro to Networking

Course Description:  Students will learn the essentials of network security, including compliance and operational security; threats and vulnerabilities; risk management; application, data, and host security; access control and identity management; cryptography, mobile device security, and virtualization. The use of live virtual machines and case studies allows students to explore real-world security scenarios and allow students to apply what they have learned.  





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