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Rocks & Minerals

Free

with Craig Lebakken

Calendar Nov 2, 2026

ROCKS & MINERALS

Course Length:  6 weeks

Credit: 0.25 

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): None 

Description:    This quarter-long course will give students the opportunity to investigate the rock cycle and rock identification; what is a mineral and mineral identification; and weathering and erosion principals.  The unit ends with the opportunity to apply gained knowledge to a real-world investigation of The Sphinx in Giza, Egypt, and the Statue of Liberty in New York City.

Using AI Effectively Second Quarter

Free
Calendar Nov 2, 2026

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Using AI Effectively 

Course Length: Quarter Course

Credit: 0.25 credit

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description:  TBA

Voices of the Trades

Free

with Luke Steffen

Calendar Nov 2, 2026

VOICES OF THE TRADES 

Course Length:  Semester Course

Credit: 0.25 credit 

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): Skilled Trades Explorations is RECOMMENDED

Course Description: This course examines the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the construction industry and its impact on the workforce and worksites. Students explore the historical and social roots of underrepresentation of women and minorities, identify barriers to building a diverse and equitable construction workforce, and examine the role of cultural competence in individuals and organizations. Instruction addresses equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination rights while analyzing why gender matters in construction, including how health and safety issues are affected by gender-specific concerns. Students learn strategies to protect themselves and their co-workers and to promote equitable health and safety practices and policies in the workplace.

Who has the Power? 2nd Quarter

Free

with Sadie Johnson

Calendar Nov 2, 2026

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Who has the Power? 

Credit .25 Independent 

Course Description: TBA


AHA Heartsaver First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification

Free

with Alana Blechl

Calendar Jan 25, 2027

FIRST AID/CPR/AED

Course Length: Quarter Course

Credit: 0.25 credit

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description: Be prepared, not scared to provide care at home, work, or in your community by learning the appropriate care to provide first aid, breathing, and cardiac emergencies. Within this course you will learn basic first aid knowledge in treating different types of injuries, heatstroke, choking, allergic reactions, asthma, and more. You will learn how to respond to and care for people who may be going through a medical crisis. By becoming familiar with Adult First Aid/CPR/AED, you will learn skills to offer quick treatments, prevent victim’s conditions from becoming worse, and help preserve life.  

*Note: This course requires you to demonstrate skill proficiency to a certified instructor in-person to meet the requirement for certification. 50% of the course is self-paced online and 50% is in-person skills that include discussion, practical application, and skills testing. Before students can attend the in-person course, the online course must be completed. Potential locations for the in-person skills session include Green Bay, Madison, Milwaukee, La Crosse, and/or Eau Claire. Dates and locations to be determined.

CDL Prep (Qtr 3)

Free

with Brent Johnson

Calendar Jan 25, 2027

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CDL PREP

Course Length: Quarter Course

Credit: 0.25 credit

Grades: 12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description: Instructs students in the basics of heavy equipment operation licensure requirements, followed by professional skill building and employment readiness. Note: This course does not provide behind-the-wheel instruction nor completion of the Commercial Drivers License exam. The exam must be scheduled to be taken at a local DMV.

 

CIVICS (6 Weeks)

Free
Calendar Jan 25, 2027 , runs for 6 weeks

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CIVICS 

Course Length:  6 weeks

Credit:  0.25 

Prerequisite(s): None 

Course Description:   Prepare yourself to do your civic duty! In this short course, students work asynchronously through several lessons to learn about the framework of the United States government. Games and activities in iCivics will also be used to teach students about the roles of different government officials and agencies. Building one's knowledge and skills is critical to creating an educated citizenry. The class culminates in taking the Civics test. Passing this assessment is required to graduate from high school in Wisconsin. This course will help get you prepared; you've got this!

Computer Basics - Q3 Independent

Free
Calendar Jan 25, 2027

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Computer Basics -  Independent course

Course Length: Quarter Course

Credit: 0.25 credit



Third Quarter 

Course Description: TBA





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