Lincoln: Art Appreciation S1 
Lincoln: Art Appreciation S2 

Length: 2 Semesters, Credits: 1

In Art Appreciation, students explore visual art from the ancient world to the present day. Students investigate various topics such as the mysteries surrounding Stonehenge, the lives of famous Renaissance artists, the way celebrities influenced the Pop Art movement, and the reasons why public memorials are created. This course highlights the important connections between visual art, culture, and human history and allows students to analyze and interpret artworks. Art history comes alive as students emulate basic techniques used by well-known artists.

Course Topics:

• Foundations of Art
• Baroque
• Contemporary Art
• Degenerate Art
• Feminism
• Photography
• Street Art
• Visual Culture

Lincoln: Explore Art S1: VL.EART.S1

Lincoln: Explore Art S2: VL.EART.S2

Length: 2 Semesters, Credits: 1

Exploring Art introduces students to a variety of artistic media, techniques, and processes. Students will also be introduced to historical and traditional art forms, as well as contemporary and nontraditional approaches to making art. Students will create two-dimensional, threedimensional, and digital artworks. Project-based activities and hands-on lessons allow students to refine their skills and apply knowledge in meaningful ways. Students are encouraged to develop a personal connection to their artworks, reflect on how the arts fit into their daily lives and investigate the impact that the arts have on the global community. Exploring Art is designed for any student who loves to experiment and enjoys learning through creating and 81 application. This course is meant to build a strong foundation in the visual arts and to prepare students for more specific and rigorous studies of art in the future.

Course # Semester 1: VL.ELE216

Length: 1 Semester, Credits: 0.5

One Semester Course Exploring Jazz offers students an introduction to the world of jazz music. Students begin with an explanation of the elements of jazz to better understand how jazz music is constructed and defined. After being introduced to the jazz genre, students explore the history of jazz from its creation to today. Lessons explore the evolution of jazz music throughout the years by highlighting important artists, composers, and innovators who created new styles of music. Students complete various activities and projects to describe the development of jazz, music styles and subgenres, and important figures in jazz history. Exploring Jazz also examines the historical evolution of American popular music and the effects of specific events, culture, and technology.

Lincoln: Fashion Design

Length: 1 Semester, Credits: 0.5

Fashion Design is an advanced course for students interested in learning the intricate process of how the fashion system works. Students will study the fashion business in sequential order from concept to consumer. They will examine all of the processes involved in the industry from producing raw materials, apparel, and accessories to the retail stores that sell fashion merchandise to the public. Students learn that the decision-making process is complex and not just about the latest designers, styles, or trends of an era. In this course, students will explore the history of fashion, including the looks and creations at every era. They will discover the equipment, tools, and fabrics used to create fashion, and they will learn how technology is used in fashion. Students have an opportunity to express themselves and their style through the creation of their own fashion design sketches and mood boards. Students will learn fashion terminology and how to forecast new and upcoming fashion trends.

Lincoln: HS Music Appreciation S1
Lincoln: HS Music Appreciation S2

Length: 2 Semesters, Credits: 1

Music Appreciation stimulates personal growth when listening to music by exposing the student to a large variety of music with provided listening maps indicating applicable music terminology. Students will be able to explain personal music preference and identify how music is impacted by technology, social values, and daily life of the composers. Students develop an understanding of composer's intent and the ability to rationalize personal interpretation of music works. Similarities and contrasts in music throughout the eras are identified as well as how previous compositions impact future compositions. This course is well suited for advanced upper-level secondary students who plan to focus on music during their post-secondary studies.

Course Topics:

• Medieval Era
• Renaissance Era
• Baroque Era
• Classical Era
• Romantic Era
• Romantic Nationalism
• 20th Century
• Contemporary

Lincoln - Theatre 1 

Length: 2 Semesters, Credits: 1

Theatre I invites students to explore the history of theatre and the basic elements of stage production. The course highlights the technology used to create early and modern stage productions and the basic fundamentals of acting. Theatre I provides students with a look at production elements such as stage lighting, sound, costume, and makeup. Students learn to apply voice and gesture skills in pantomimed and improvised scenarios, and they receive an overview of the responsibilities of the producer, director, and technical crew of a theatre production. Students develop insight to the motivations of a playwright in the development of a story, and they explore the careers and works of famous playwrights. Theatre I provides a balanced educational experience for all students so that they can gain the inquiry and critical skills involved in clarifying theatrical perceptions and knowledge.

Course Topics:

• Makeup for the Stage
• Theatre Tech
• Defining Your Character
• Anatomy of the Stage
• Know Your Audience
• Birth of Theatre
• American Musical
• Production Budget

Lincoln: Health (VL.ELE128)

Length: 1 Semester, Credits: 0.5

In Health, students discover how to make conscientious decisions when attempting to improve their overall health and wellness. From healthy lifestyles, diets, and exercise to responsibilities within individual families and larger communities, topics within the health discipline are pertinent and applicable to all students. Throughout the course, students review concepts that promote safe, healthy, and active lifestyles.

Lincoln: Nutrition and Personal Fitness (VL.ELE129)

Length: 1 Semester, Credits: 0.5

High School Nutrition and Personal Fitness helps students to recognize the impacts that nutritional choices and personal fitness play within their lives. Students learn practical ways to control their health through nutrition, exercise, and stress management. Students discover that physical fitness will help them to feel good.

Lincoln: Physical Education 9 

Length: 1 Semester, Credits: 0.5

Physical Education 9 provides a comprehensive physical education course for students, focusing on teaching them how to live both healthy and active lives. Whether it is with nutrition, exercise, or general life choices, students are educated on the multiple facets of creating a healthy lifestyle. Students begin by learning about the required 72 hours of supervised physical activity and how to document their activity in a PE Log. Students can also track their activity by using a Move band fitness tracker. As they begin the course, students focus on different physical fitness components (including F.I.T.T.) in addition to various fun and challenging activities and exercise techniques. They receive instruction on the basic elements and the proper execution of each movement so that they can get the most benefits from the exercise. Regardless of the activity students are asked to do within a given day, they are encouraged to get up and move for a certain amount of time within each lesson. Students can be active by performing different exercises, engaging in different activities, or by using items from their grade-appropriate physical education kits, which are available to purchase. This kit, which is designed to work in conjunction with the course content, contains age-appropriate exercise and activity items. Students who participate in organized team practices, games, and/or matches can also document activity within the Sports Verification Log. Adaptive physical education activities are available for this course.

Course Topics:

• F.I.T.T. Principle
• Health Components
• Nutrition
• Jump Rope
• Fitness Ball
• Football
• Tennis
• Workout Regimen
• Anatomy
• Fitness Growth

Lincoln: Physical Education 10 

Length: 1 Semester, Credits: 0.5

Physical Education 10 offers a complete physical education experience for students. The course, which includes a mix of health-related information and physical fitness activities, focuses on teaching students how to live both healthy and active lives. Students begin the course by reviewing the requirement of 72 hours of supervised physical activity and learn to document their activity in a PE Log. They can also track their activity by using their Move band, an electronic fitness tracker. Next, students explore a variety of health and physical fitness components such as using fitness equipment and playing organized games. When students are asked to complete an exercise or activity, they receive instruction on the basic elements and the proper execution of each movement so that they can get the most benefits from the exercise. Regardless of what activity the student is asked to do within a given day, they are encouraged to get up and move for a certain amount of time in each lesson. Students can be active by performing different exercises, engaging in different activities, or by using items from their grade- appropriate physical education kits, which are available to purchase. This kit, which is designed to work in conjunction with the course content, contains age- appropriate exercise and activity items. Students who participate in organized team practices, games, and/or matches can also document activity within the Sports Verification Log. Adaptive physical education activities are available for this course.

Course Topics:

• Health Components
• Physical Fitness Components
• Nutrition
• Resistance Bands
• Fitness Ball
• Football
• Tennis
• Workout Regimen
• Anatomy
• Fitness Growth

Lincoln: Physical Education 11 

Length: 1 Semester, Credits: 0.5

Physical Education 11 provides students with a complete physical education course, which includes a mix of nutrition-related insight into physical fitness activities. Students begin by learning about the required 72 hours of supervised physical activity and how to document their activity in a PE Log. They can manually track activity or use their Movband, an electronic fitness tracker. Next, students explore a variety of health and physical fitness components such as using fitness equipment and playing organized games. When students are asked to complete an exercise or activity, they receive instruction on the basic elements and the proper execution of each movement so that they can get the most benefits from the exercise. Regardless of what activity the student is asked to do within a given day, they are encouraged to get up and move for a certain amount of time in each lesson. Students can be active by performing different exercises, engaging in different activities, or by using items from their grade-appropriate physical education kits, which are available to purchase. This kit, which is designed to work in conjunction with the course content, contains age-appropriate exercise and activity items. Students who participate in organized team practices, games, and/or matches can also document activity within the Sports Verification Log. Adaptive physical education activities are available for this course.

Course Topics:

• Health Components
• Physical Fitness Components
• Nutrition
• F.I.T.T. Principle
• Weighted Ball
• Stepper
• Pickleball
• Running a 5K Race
• Workout Regimen
• Anatomy
• Fitness Growth

Lincoln: Physical Education 12 

Length: 1 Semester, Credits: 0.5

Physical Education 12 delivers a comprehensive physical education experience for students. They receive a mix of instruction on nutrition and physical activities, in addition to information that will help them make better, more health-conscious decisions. The course will guide them in leading a more fit and active lifestyle. Students begin by learning about the required 72 hours of supervised physical activity and how to document their activity in a PE Log. They can manually track activity or use their Movband, an electronic fitness tracker. The course then moves into content ranging from the F.I.T.T. principle and nutrition to a variety of exercises and physical activities. When students are asked to complete an exercise or activity, they receive instruction on the basic elements and the proper execution of each movement so that they can get the most benefits from the exercise. Regardless of what activity the student is asked to do within a given day, they are encouraged to get up and move for a certain amount of time in each lesson. Students can be active by performing different exercises, engaging in different activities, or by using items from their grade-appropriate physical education kits, which are available to purchase. This kit, which is designed to work in conjunction with the course content, contains age-appropriate exercise and activity items. Students who participate in organized team practices, games, and/or matches can also document activity within the Sports Verification Log. Adaptive physical education activities are available for this course.

Course Topics:

• Health Components
• Physical Fitness Components
• Nutrition
• Jump Rope
• Push-Up Handles
• Weighted Ball
• Stepper
• Pickleball
• Running a 5K Race
• Workout Regimen
• Anatomy
• Fitness Growth

Lincoln: Advertising

Length: 1 Semester, Credits: 0.5

THIS COURSE IS NOT NCAA APPROVED

Throughout the Advertising course, students discover the various ways that advertisements touch their lives. This course presents a comprehensive introduction to the field of advertising, which includes its purpose and the theory behind it. In this course, students learn to identify target markets, distinguish different types of business, and interpret the information they gather to create a winning advertising plan. Students investigate the needs and wants of both the consumers to whom they are advertising and the companies for which they are creating the advertisement. Lessons will cover the basic skills and knowledge required to work in the advertising world and will guide students through the creation of a complete advertising plan. Students in this course are presented with a realistic idea of what a career in advertising entails.

Course Topics:

• Client Relationships
• Advertising Strategy
• Traditional Media
• Creating Print Media
• Designing Radio Advertisements
• Making Television Commercials
• Mobile Advertising
• Budgeting
• Advertising Campaign Plan

Lincoln: Business Applications 

Length: 1 Semester, Credits: 0.5
THIS COURSE IS NOT NCAA APPROVED

In Business Applications, students focus on business software and the corresponding skills required in the business world. The course begins with an overview of computers, including hardware, software, and operating systems. Students explore spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, and database software and discover how to fulfill a customer request using these skills. They also study web-based applications and additional software packages and learn about Internet technology. Students investigate common security concerns and discover how to prevent security issues. Finally, students experience the software development cycle where they learn how various professionals utilize business applications. They discover the importance of moral and ethical responsibility in an online community. Students must possess basic spreadsheet, word processing, and presentation software skills before entering this course. Additionally, students must be independent learners, and they must be comfortable learning new technology and researching software features and functions.
Requisite Software: Microsoft Office 2016 Suite

Course Topics:

• Computer Systems Overview
• Database Software
• Presentation Software
• Professional Considerations
• Security
• Web-Based Tools

Lincoln: Business Management 

Length: 1 Semester, Credits: 0.5
THIS COURSE IS NOT NCAA APPROVED

Business Management guides students through examples of their roles as wage earners, consumers, and citizens as they explore the wide, exciting world of business. Students examine topics ranging from extensive credit use to the role of government in the U.S. economy. Students are encouraged to take Introduction to Business as a prerequisite to Business Management, as Business Management dives deeper into the different aspects of managing a business successfully.

Course Topics:

• Project Management
• The Consumer
• Human Resource Management
• International Environment
• Managerial Roles & Skills
• Operations Management

Lincoln: Career Explorations
Length: Semester, Credits: 0.5
THIS COURSE IS NOT NCAA APPROVED

Career Explorations allows students to investigate the necessary steps to prepare for careers that match their interests, abilities, and aptitudes. Students research various careers, their roles in society, job duties, required education and qualifications, and salary and outlook. They acquire job-seeking skills such as resume writing, interviewing, and portfolio development skills. Students discover workplace dynamics, how to navigate challenging situations, and explore various techniques for advancing in their chosen career field. This course prepares students to manage the financial challenges they will face as they prepare for a career and future employment. Students apply newly acquired knowledge and skills in a real-world experience to further solidify future career plans.

Course Topics:

• Career Preparation
• Career Research
• Career Acquisition
• Understanding the Workplace
• Career Retention and Advancement
• Financial Literacy
• Job Shadowing

Course # VL.FINLIT1 - Grades 11-12

One Semester Course  

In Financial Literacy, students explore aspects of personal finance. The course focuses on ways of earning income, spending, saving, investing, managing credit, and managing risk using realworld applications. These concepts will help students prepare for their financial futures.

Length: Semester, Credits: 0.5
THIS COURSE IS NOT NCAA APPROVED

Students in the Human Development and Family Studies course explore the basic information about human development, parenting roles and strategies, and functioning effectively within the family in today’s changing and complex society. This course helps students to develop competencies related to genetics, family types, and effective communication. They investigate the ways in which humans develop over their lifespan, human relationships, child care, and child abuse. Students also learn the importance of creating a nurturing and caring home environment.

Course Topics:

• Parenting Styles
• Human Brain
• Effective Parenting
• Maternal Choices
• Life Span Development
• Emotional Factors
• Ethical & Legal
• Heredity & Environment

Length: Semester, Credits: 0.5

THIS COURSE IS NOT NCAA APPROVED

In the Introduction to Business course, students explore their roles as wage earners, consumers, and citizens as they discover the wide, exciting world of business. In this introductory course, students investigate topics pertaining to investment strategies and business communications that are vital for success in today’s economy. Students analyze the impact of marketing and the role of the government in the realm of business and economy.

Course Topics:

• Business Communication
• Human Resources
• Business Law
• Business Management
• Operations Management
• Finance
• Customer Relations
• Sales

Length: Semester, Credits: 0.5

THIS COURSE IS NOT NCAA APPROVED

Life Skills provides students with important information that will help them to lead independent and successful lives as adults. In this course, students focus on topics including personal finance, nutrition, and personal development. The useful skills students gain in this course will help them to become responsible and proactive young adults.

Course Topics:

• Personal Development
• Relationships
• Cultures
• Communication
• Career, Education, & Work
• Personal Finance

Length: 1 Semester, Credits: 0.5

THIS COURSE IS NOT NCAA APPROVED

Throughout the Marketing course, students discover the various ways marketing affects their lives. This course introduces students to the study and implementation of market analysis, which focuses on identifying customer needs and desires and supplying them with those exact requests. The course provides a solid foundation for students contemplating careers in marketing, advertising, or other business-related and commercial fields.

Course Topics:

• Demographics
• Branding
• SWOT Analysis
• Distribution
• Pricing
• The Customer
• Sales
• Advertising

Lincoln: Introduction to Digital Media S1: VL.IDM.S1 

Lincoln: Introduction to Digital Media S 2: VL.IDM.S2

Length: 2 Semesters, Credits: 1

Introduction to Digital Media provides students with a foundation in graphic arts, sound, and video media. Students explore production and portfolio generation while evaluating and analyzing other artists. Topics extend beyond the actual visual demonstrations, allowing students to review the editing processes for images, sound, and video. In this introductory course, students explore the vast possibilities of digital media, how they are used in everyday advertising and art, and where innovation exists within the field. Requisite Adobe Software: Audition, Bridge, Illustrator, Photoshop, Portfolio, Premiere

Imagine: HS Introduction to Art 

Length: 2 Semesters, 1 Credit

Covering art appreciation and the beginning of art history, this course encourages students to gain an understanding and appreciation of art in their everyday lives. Presented in an engaging format, Intro to Art provides an overview of many introductory themes: the definition of art, the cultural purpose of art, visual elements of art, terminology, and principles of design, and two- and three-dimensional media and techniques. Tracing the history of art, high school students enrolled in the course also explore the following time periods and places: prehistoric art, art in ancient civilizations, and world art before 1400.

Imagine: HS Introduction to Computer Science 

Length:  2 Semesters, 1 Credit

This course is designed for students in grades 9–10, although any students across grades 9–12 may enroll. This course introduces students to the foundational concepts of computer science and challenges them to explore how computing and technology can affect the world. Students have creative, hands-on learning opportunities to create computer programs, develop web pages, design mobile apps, write algorithms, and collaborate with peers while building strong foundational knowledge. This course provides a solid foundation for more advanced study as well as practical skills that students can use immediately.

Imagine: HS Art History I 

Length:  2 Semesters, 1 Credit

Introducing art within historical, social, geographical, political, and religious contexts for understanding art and architecture through the ages, this course offers high school students an in-depth overview of art throughout history, with lessons organized by chronological and historical order and world regions. Students enrolled in this course cover topics including early medieval and Romanesque art; art in the twelfth, thirteenth, and fourteenth centuries; fifteenth- century art in Europe; sixteenth-century art in Italy; the master artists; High Renaissance and baroque art; world art, which includes the art of Asia, Africa, the Americas, and the Pacific cultures; eighteenth-and nineteenth-century art in Europe and the Americas; and modern art in Europe and the Americas.

Imagine: HS Computer Science Principles

Length:  2 Semesters, 1 Credit

This course introduces students to a broad set of big ideas: creative development, data, algorithms and programming, computing systems and networks, and the impact of computing. Additionally, this course emphasizes the use of computational thinking practices for effective learning experiences and problem solving. In this course, students will learn to design and evaluate solutions and to apply computer science to solve problems through the development of algorithms and programs. They will incorporate abstraction into programs and use data to discover new knowledge. Students will also explain how computing innovations and computing systems, including the Internet, work, explore their potential impacts, and contribute to a computing culture that is collaborative and ethical. Students will need access to Python to complete this course.

Imagine: HS Contemporary Health

Length: 1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

This high-school health offering examines and analyzes various health topics. It places alcohol use, drug use, physical fitness, healthy relationships, disease prevention, relationships, and mental health in the context of the importance of creating a healthy lifestyle. Throughout the course, students examine practices and plans they can implement to carry out a healthy lifestyle, and the consequences they can face if they do not follow safe practices. In addition, students conduct in-depth studies to create mentally and emotionally healthy relationships with peers and family, as well as nutrition, sleeping, and physical fitness plans. Students also examine and analyze harassment and bullying laws. This course covers issues of sex and gender identity, same-sex relationships, contraception, and other sensitive topics. For a more conservative approach to health education, the Healthy Living course is also available in the Health Courses.

Imagine: HS Foundations of Personal Wellness

Length: 1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Exploring a combination of health and fitness concepts, this comprehensive and cohesive course explores all aspects of wellness. Offered as a two-semester course designed for high school students, coursework uses pedagogical planning to ensure that students explore fitness and physical health and encourages students to learn about the nature of social interactions and how to plan a healthy lifestyle. NOTE: This course contains content from both Healthy Living and Lifetime Fitness; to avoid duplication, students should take either those one-semester courses or this full-year course.

Imagine: HS Fitness

Length:  1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Exploring fitness topics such as safe exercise and injury prevention, nutrition and weight management, consumer product evaluation, and stress management, this course equips high school students with the skills they need to achieve lifetime fitness. Available as either a semester or year-long course, Lifetime Fitness encourages students to assess individual fitness levels according to the five components of physical fitness: cardiovascular health, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition. Personal fitness assessments encourage students to design a fitness program to meet their individual fitness goals.

Imagine: HS Online Learning and Digital Citizenship

Length: 1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

This course provides students with a comprehensive introduction to online learning, including how to work independently, stay safe, and develop effective study habits in virtual learning environments. Featuring direct-instruction videos, interactive tasks, authentic projects, and rigorous assessments, the course prepares students for high school by providing in-depth instruction and practice in important study skills such as time management, effective notetaking, test preparation, and collaborating effectively online. By the end of the course, students will understand what it takes to be successful online learners and responsible digital citizens.

Imagine: Personal Finance

Length: 1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

This introductory finance course teaches what it takes to understand the world of finance and make informed decisions about managing finances. Students learn more about economics and become more confident in setting and researching financial goals as they develop the core skills needed to be successful. In this one-semester course, students learn how to open bank accounts, invest money, apply for loans, apply for insurance, explore careers, manage business finances, make decisions about major purchases, and more. Students will be inspired by stories from finance professionals and individuals who have reached their financial goals.

Imagine: HS Strategies for Academic Success

Length: 1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Offering a comprehensive analysis of different types of motivation, study habits, and learning styles, this one- semester course encourages high school and middle school students to take control of their learning by exploring varying strategies for success. Providing engaging lessons that will help students identify what works best for them individually, this one-semester course covers important study skills, such as strategies for taking high-quality notes, memorization techniques, test-taking strategies, benefits of visual aids, and reading techniques.

Imagine: HS Agribusiness Systems (VI. CAAG)

1 semester 0.5 Credit

Agribusiness Systems is a semester-long high school course that introduces the business, management, marketing, and financial skills needed to successfully produce food, fiber, and fuel for domestic and global markets. Students learn about the components of the agribusiness system and how they interact to deliver food to our tables. They also learn about the key elements of a successful agribusiness enterprise: economics, financial management, marketing and sales, and government policies and regulations.

Imagine: HS Animal Systems (VI. CAAS)

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Animal Systems is a semester-long high school course that provides students with a wealth of information on livestock- management practices, animal husbandry, physiological systems, the latest scientific trends, veterinary practice, and innovations in food production. Changes in practices, regulations, and legislation for animal welfare continue as new research provides solutions to medical, ethical, and practical concerns. The course reviews current topics, such as advancements in technology and research, and defines areas of discussion while maintaining focus on best management practices. A student might use the knowledge gained from the course to further an interest in becoming a chef, researcher, doctor, wildlife-management professional, or any number of applicable careers.

Imagine: HS Banking Services Careers (VI. CABA)

1 semester, 0.5 Credit

Banking Services Careers is a semester-long high school course that provides an overview of how the banking system works, what the Federal Reserve is, and the technical and social skills needed to work in banking and related services. Students explore career paths and the required training or higher education necessary and gain an understanding of the basic functions of customer transactions (e.g., setting up an account, processing a loan, establishing a business), cash drawer activity, check collection processes, and other customer service–related transactions. This course also discusses how technology has changed banking in the 21st century. The banking industry is responsible for many of the products that we use daily, from checking and savings accounts to debit cards, credit cards, and loans.

Imagine: HS Business Computer Information Systems (VI. CABUC.1 )

1 semester, 0.5 Credit

Business Computer Information Systems is a year-long course that explores the use of technology applications in both business and personal situations. The course provides key knowledge and skills in the following areas: communication, business technology, word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications, telecommunications, desktop publishing, and presentation technology, computer networks, and computer operating systems.

Imagine: HS Business Law (VI. CABLA)

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

This semester-long high school course is designed to provide students with the knowledge of some of the vital legal concepts that affect commerce and trade, after first gaining some familiarity with how laws are created and interpreted. Students are then introduced to the types of businesses that can be created as well as the contractual and liability considerations that can impact a business. Laws that affect how a business is regulated are reviewed, particularly the impact of administrative rules and regulations on a business. Global commerce and international agreements, treaties, organizations, and courts are discussed to get a better sense of what it means to “go global” with a business. Dispute resolution strategies are also addressed.

Imagine: HS Careers in Logistics Planning and Management Services (VI. CACLP)

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Careers in Logistics Planning and Management Services is a semester-long course that provides high school students with the history of logistics and recent advances in the field. Units include supply chain management, inventory and transportation management, and safety in the workplace. Logistics is a high-growth industry and stable career choice. There is something for every career-seeker, ability, and experience level. The objectives of this course are to introduce the student to the field of logistics planning and management and to explain the career opportunities that are available in this field.

Imagine: HS Careers in Marketing Research (VI. CACMR)

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Marketing research is the foundation of all marketing activities because it provides the data needed to make key strategic decisions about products, promotions, pricing, and other key organizational decisions. Careers in Marketing Research is a semester long high school course that provides information about the process of investigation and problem analysis by using research to produce key marketing statistics that are communicated to management and used throughout the organization. This course concludes with the execution, interpretation, and presentation of marketing research.

Imagine: HS Career Management (VI. CACMA)

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Career Management is a semester high school course that assists students in their preparation for career selection. The course is designed to improve workforce skills needed in all careers including communication, leadership, teamwork, decision making, problem solving, goal setting and time management. Students complete activities that help identify personal interests, aptitudes, and learning styles. Students use results of self-assessments to determine careers that may prove personally satisfying.

Imagine: HS Career Planning & Development S1 (VI. CPDEV.1 )
Imagine: HS Career Planning & Development S2 (VI. CPDEV.2 )

2 Semesters, 1 Credit

Introducing high school students to the working world, this year-long course provides the knowledge and insight necessary to compete in today’s challenging job market. This relevant and timely course helps students investigate careers as they apply to personal interests and abilities, develop the skills and job search documents needed to enter the workforce, explore the rights of workers and traits of effective employees, and address the importance of professionalism and responsibility as careers change and evolve. This one-semester course includes lessons in which students create a self-assessment profile, a cover letter, and a résumé that can be used in their educational or career portfolio.

Imagine: HS Corrections: Policies and Procedures (VI. CACOR)

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Corrections is one of the three branches of the Criminal Justice System (CJS) in the United States. All three branches employ personnel who are authorized to uphold and enforce the law and are required to operate under the rule of law. Each branch works as part of the entire system to maintain the public safety and well-being and bring criminals to justice. Corrections facilities and programs are run by a complex system of policies and procedures, which uphold local, state, and federal laws. Corrections: Policies and Procedures gives high school students an introductory, yet thorough view of many aspects of corrections operations, legal background information as they study how prisons and prisoners have evolved into correctional facilities and programs for offenders. In this semester-long course duties, responsibilities, conduct, training, and special certification possibilities for corrections staff are explored. Many aspects of procedures in corrections are reviewed, giving students an in-depth look at what a variety of careers in this growing field encompass and require.

Imagine: HS Family and Community Services (VI. CAFCS)

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Family and Community Services is a high school semester- long course that introduces applications within professions related to family and community services. Students identify degree and credential requirements for occupations in this pathway and identify individual, social, historical, economic, and cultural context to increase awareness of family and community services. Students develop the abilities necessary to evaluate and identify a range of effective communication strategies and skills for establishing a collaborative relationship with others. Students also complete a variety of projects to apply their skills and knowledge. Units are divided among career fields: Social Workers, Emergency Management and Planners, Therapists and Treatment Specialists, Education and Childcare.

Imagine: HS Fire and Emergency Services (VI. CAFES)

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

components of a community. Fire and Emergency Services is a semester-long course that provides students with the basic structure of these organizations as well as the rules and guidelines that govern pre- employment education requirements. The vehicles, equipment, and emergency-mitigations strategies that are commonly used in the emergency- and fire-management field are also explored. Students gain an understanding of the goals of an emergency-management service and how they are implemented and managed, including personnel, budget, and labor-management challenges in the organization. Various preparedness plans are discussed as students explore typical characteristics and frameworks of modern emergency- and fire- management organizations.

Imagine: HS Food Products & Processing Systems (VI. CAFOO)

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Agriculture, food, and natural resources are central to human survival and civilization. The development, use, and stewardship of natural resources to create food products have a long and ever-changing timeline. This semester-length high school course explores the history and evolution of food products, along with the processing methods that have arisen to feed an ever- growing world population. Students study specifics in a wide spectrum of food product topics, from early methods of preservation to technological advancements in packaging, regulations in labeling, and marketing trends. Students learn industry terminology in each area of the overall system, from “farm to fork” to vertical integration to smart packaging.

Imagine: HS Food Safety and Sanitation (VI. CAFSS)

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

This comprehensive semester-long course covers the principles and practices of food safety and sanitation that are essential in the hospitality industry for the protection and well-being of staff, guests, and customers. The course provides a systems approach to sanitation risk management and the prevention of food contamination by emphasizing the key components of the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) food safety system. After successful completion of this course, students are prepared to meet the requirements of state and national certification exams.

Imagine: HS Forensics: Using Science to Solve a Mystery (VI. CAFORSC)

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Forensics: Using Science to Solve a Mystery is a semester- long high school course that overviews modern-day forensic science careers at work using science concepts to collect and analyze evidence and link evidence to the crime and suspects to present admissible evidence in courts of law. Projects in this course include simulated crime scene investigation, actual DNA separation, development of a cybersecurity plan, and the identification of specific forensic skills used during a very large murder case. The focus of this course is to assist students in making career choices. The overview of careers includes job descriptions and availability, educational and training requirements, licensing and certification, and typical annual salaries. Students who take this class will become equipped to make more informed career choices regarding the forensic, computer science and medical science fields. At the same time, students will survey the history and scope of present-day forensic science work.

Course #: VI. CAFUNCS

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Fundamentals of Computer Systems is a semester- long high school course that provides students with an understanding of computers and how they operate as well as a basic understanding of how to manage and maintain computers and computer systems. These skills provide students with the ability to configure computers and solve computer problems. Students learn details about the different elements of computers and computer systems, how to identify hardware devices and their functions, the role of operating systems as well as how to install and customize the Windows operating system. Students also learn about networking and the Internet, security issues, and current software applications, such as Microsoft® Office. In addition, students learn specifics about maintaining and troubleshooting computers, including managing files, backing up systems, and using the administrative tools in Windows operating system. Lastly, students learn the basics of customer service and working as a help desk support technician.

Course #: VI. CAFUNDM

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Fundamentals of Digital Media is a semester-long course that presents high school students with an overview of the different types of digital media and how they are used in the world today. This course examines the impact that digital media has on culture and lifestyle. The course reviews the basic concepts for creating effective digital media and introduces several different career paths related to digital media. Students learn about the tools used as well as best practices employed for creating digital media. In the course, students explore topics such as the use of social media, digital media in advertising, digital media on the World Wide Web, digital media in business, gaming and simulation, e-commerce, and digital music and movies. Students also review the ethics and laws that impact digital media use or creation.

Course #: VI. CAAGRI

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

This semester-length high school course introduces students to the basic scientific principles of agriculture and natural resources. Students recognize and research plant systems, animal systems, government policy, “green” technologies, agribusiness principles, and sustainability systems. In this course, students apply understanding of ecosystems and systems thinking to the management of natural resources to maximize the health and productivity of the environment, agriculture, and communities. Students also analyze community practice or policy development related to sustainability in agriculture, food, and natural resources. Finally, students apply adaptive ecosystem management to a common pool resource problem in a manner that addresses ecological, socioeconomic, and institutional contexts.

Course #: VI. CAIBUS

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

In this two-semester introductory course, students learn the principles of business using real-world examples— learning what it takes to plan and launch a product or service in today’s fast-paced business environment. This course covers an introduction to economics, costs and profit, and different business types. Students are introduced to techniques for managing money, personally and as a business, and taxes and credit; the basics of financing a business; how a business relates to society both locally and globally; how to identify a business opportunity; and techniques for planning, executing, and marketing a business to respond to that opportunity.

Course #: VI. CACAFI

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Introduction to Careers in Finance is a semester-long course that provides the fundamentals of the financial services industry in the United States and explores the jobs and career opportunities that the industry offers. Course units address a broad set of services in the industry including finance overview, financial services, securities analysis, investments, principles of corporate finance, banking services, risk management, and insurance.

Course #: VI. CAGOV

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

This semester-long course provides students with an overview of American politics and public administration, including how political institutions and public management systems at the local, state, and federal levels exercise supervisory authority and maintain accountability. Students explore the foundations of the U. S. government, the separation of powers, the federal civil service system, and the relationship between the government and state and local officials. Students learn about politics in the United States and the electoral process, political attitudes and opinions, and American political parties. Students explore the structure of U. S. federal governmental institutions, the nature of bureaucracy, and the functions of the three branches of government. Students also learn about policy making in American government, including discussions of foreign and defense policies.

Course #: VI.CAHGD

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

This semester-long course focuses on human growth and development over the lifespan, as well as careers that help people deal with various physical, intellectual, and socioemotional issues, such as physicians, nurses, nutritionists, substance abuse counselors, clergy, teachers, career counselors, psychologists, and psychiatrists. The course provides a background in human growth and development from before birth, through childhood, into adulthood, and through death and grief. It gives the student perspective and highlights where people in the caring professions are most needed. Students who take this course will come away with a broad understanding of all the careers that help people from birth to death.

Course #: VI. CACATDL

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

This semester-long course introduces students to the complicated world of commercial transportation. Students undertake an overview of the fields of transportation, distribution, and logistics, learning the differences between the fields and the primary services provided in each. Students learn how warehousing, inventory, and other associated businesses impact the economy, which includes the advantages and disadvantages of automation on employment. Students learn about the history of transportation including. Students examine the fields that serve to support and manage transportation systems. Lastly, the role of technology and technological development on transportation-related businesses is addressed.

Course #: VI. CAINCON

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

In this semester-long course, students analyze various career paths in terms of employment opportunities and educational requirements, such as hard and soft skills, certifications, and licensures for different pathways. Developing research, analytical, and presentation skills are key components. This course is designed as an overview to prepare students for a consumer services-related career and to introduce them to specialty areas. Emphasis is placed on the human services aspect (vs. corporate concerns) of consumer services. Social issues and advocacy, as well as ethics and legalities, are a recurring theme. Students gain knowledge of current issues affecting various consumer services professions, and the impact of local, state, national and global issues on consumer services.

Course #: VI. CAINHUS

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

This semester-long course introduces high school students to the possibilities for careers in the human services professions. Through anecdotes, lessons, and a variety of assignments and projects, students learn about the broad variety of jobs available in the human services. These begin with entry-level positions, such as associate social workers, that require a two-year Associate of Arts degree. Students also learn ethics and philosophies of the helping professions. The history of the profession, as well as the impact of the cultural, social, and economic environment on individual people, especially those who need social services assistance, is also explored.

Course #: VI. CAKEAPP

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Keyboarding and Applications is a semester-long course that teaches students keyboarding skills, technical skills, effective communication skills, and productive work habits. Students learn proper keyboarding techniques. Once students have been introduced to keyboarding skills, lessons include daily practice of those skills. Students gain an understanding of computer hardware, operating systems, file management, and the Internet. In addition, students apply their keyboarding skills and create a variety of business documents, including word processing documents and electronic presentations.

Required materials:

• Word-processing software (e. g., MS Word)

• presentation software (e. g., MS PowerPoint)

Course #: VI. CAIIT

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

This course introduces students to the essential technical and professional skills required in the field of Information technology (IT). Through hands-on projects and written assignments, students gain an understanding of the operation of computers, computer networks, Internet fundamentals, programming, and computer support. Students also learn about the social impact of technological change and the ethical issues related to technology. Throughout the course, instructional activities emphasize safety, professionalism, accountability, and efficiency for workers within the field of IT.

Course #: VI. CAINLSS

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

In this semester-long course, students learn about the many careers that exist within the fields of law, law enforcement, public safety, corrections, and security. In addition to learning about the training and educational requirements for these careers, students explore the history of these fields and how they developed to their current state. Students also learn how these careers are affected by and affect local, state, and federal laws. Finally, students examine the relationships between professionals in these fields and how collaborations between professionals in these careers help to create a safer, more stable society.

Course #: VI. CAINNET

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

This semester-long course introduces students to the fundamental technology and concepts that make networking systems possible. The most important concept introduced is that of the OSI reference model and its bottom four layers, which are most directly concerned with networking instead of computing. The course explores the software and hardware supporting LANs, WANs, and Wi-Fi networks. Students are introduced to the protocols in the TCP/IP stack that are used to communicate across a network, and to networking hardware, including hubs, switches, bridges, routers, and transmission media. Students explore questions of security, network management, and network operating systems.

Course #: VI. CALAWEN

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

This semester-long course introduces students to the field of law enforcement and the local, county, state, and federal laws that law enforcement personnel are sworn to uphold. The students also gain an understanding of the career options available in this field and the skills, education, and background experience needed to succeed. Students learn about the evolution of the role of law enforcement in the United States including key changes affecting law enforcement. Students learn about the interaction between local, county, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Finally, students learn about the types of crime that are commonly committed and the procedures, evidence collection techniques, and technological advances that law enforcement personnel use to investigate crimes.

Course #: VI. CALEG

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Legal Services is a high school semester-long course that provides students with an overview of the system of laws in the United States, the practice areas, and career options in the field. Students learn about how the legal system operates, the consequences to those who commit crimes, and how disputes are settled, as well as how criminal and civil cases reach court and are resolved. Students learn about the courtroom and the basics of a typical court case. Students explore constitutional rights 46 and legal safeguards, types of evidence, as well as how technology has changed the practice of law. They also learn about legal education and various careers in the legal field.

Course #: VI. CAMAT

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

This semester-long course is designed as an introduction to the study of tourism and hospitality marketing and sales. Students are introduced to marketing theory and the application of the basic principles of marketing as applied in hospitality and tourism. The relationship between marketing and other functions such as advertising, sales techniques, and public relations to maximize profits in a hospitality organization is addressed. Students have an opportunity to explore this multifaceted world, identifying multiple career paths and opportunities.

Course #: VI. CANETD

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Network System Design is a semester-long course that provides students with an understanding of computer networks and how they operate, as well as a basic understanding of how to manage and maintain computer networks. These skills provide students with the ability to design, configure, and troubleshoot networks of all sizes. Students learn the basics of network design, including how to identify network requirements and determine proper network architecture. Students are introduced to network models. Students also learn about internet protocol and the basics of routing data on a network. Students learn about network security issues and network management. Lastly, students learn about network operating systems and their role in connecting computers and facilitating communications.

Course #: VI. CAPERCA

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Personal Care Services introduces high school students to a variety of careers in the following areas: cosmetology (including hairstyling and haircutting, esthetics, manicuring, makeup, and teaching) and barbering (including cutting and styling of hair and facial hair and manicuring for men); massage therapy, teaching body mind disciplines (yoga, Pilates, and the martial arts), and fitness (general 47 exercise classes and acting as a personal trainer); and mortuary science (embalming and funeral directing). The semester- long course teaches students about what each career entails and the education and training they need to become credentialed in various career specialties. In addition, about half of the course is devoted to teaching knowledge associated with the various professions, so that students can get a feel for what they should learn and whether they would like to learn it.

Course #: VI. CAPLAN

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Planning Meetings and Special Events is a semester-long high school course designed as an introduction to the study of planning meetings and special events. Being a meetings and special events planner is both demanding and rewarding. According to The Bureau of Labor Statistics employment of meeting, convention, and event planners is projected to grow 7 percent from 2018 to 2028, faster than the average for all occupations. Job opportunities should be best for candidates with hospitality experience and a bachelor’s degree in meeting and event management, hospitality, or tourism management. It’s not all fun and parties because a meeting coordinator is responsible for every detail of an event. Planners must know how to communicate, be empathetic, and think of their clients. It’s crucial to remember that in some instances the event will be a once-in-a-lifetime occasion, so it’s important to get it right.

Course #: VI.CAPLASY

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Plant Systems is a semester-long high school course that introduces students to the basics of plant biology, soil science, agriculture, and horticulture, along with the environmental management practices involved in each, including integrated pest management, biotechnology, growth techniques, and crop management. Students learn the basic parts of a plant, how plants are scientifically classified, and how they interact with water, air, nutrients, and light to undergo the processes of photosynthesis and respiration. Plant reproduction, including pollination, germination, and dispersal of seeds, is also presented. The course concludes by looking at careers in the plant sciences which include agronomy, horticulture, or landscape design.

Course #: VI.CAPUBHE

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Public Health: Discovering the Big Picture in HealthCare is a semester-long high school course that discusses the multiple definitions of public health and the ways these definitions are put into practice The five core disciplines and ways they interact to reduce disease, injury and death in populations is explored. By understanding the roles of public health, students gain a greater appreciation for its importance and the various occupations one could pursue within the field of public health. Students explore the history, nature, and context of the public health system. Students also learn how to promote public health, and how to coordinate a response to a public health emergency. Students explore how diseases spread and learn about the roles of the Centers for Disease Control and the World Health Organization. By entering the field of public health, students play an integral part in improving the health and lives of many people.

Course #: VI. CASCDD

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Scientific Discovery and Development is a semester-long high school course that explores the history of clinical laboratory science, learning how clinical laboratories evolved and became professionalized, and how scientific discoveries and breakthroughs fueled the development of the laboratory while the subdisciplines in biology were advancing. Students learn about the circulatory system and about microbiology and the subfields within it. Cells and tissues, cell division and basic genetics is also addressed. This course covers the three major areas in bioresearch: biotechnology, nanotechnology, and pharmaceutical research and development. More than two dozen career fields are explored along the way including laboratory techs, phlebotomists, and pathologist assistants. Students learn what is necessary in the areas of education and credentialing with an idea of the job outlook and salaries.

Course # VI. CASCIRE

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Scientific Research is a semester-long high school course that describes activities from the point of view of a professional scientist. The lessons provide support, accessible ideas, and specific language that guide students through most of the steps, insights, and experiences eventually faced if continued through higher education toward a graduate degree. Knowing the practical, everyday basics of scientific thinking and laboratory activity serves as a necessary first step to a career as a technician or a lab assistant. While these jobs are hands-on and technical, the intellectual and historical background covered in the course provides an awareness that is essential to working in such an atmosphere.

Course # VI. CASEPS

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Security and Protective Services is a semester-long high school course that offers an overview of the security and protective services industry. Students will understand different types of security services and how they relate to one another. The distinction between the criminal justice system within the public sector and private security is addressed. The course begins with an introduction to the history of private security, with subsequent units focusing on a specific sector. The concluding unit focuses on the emerging challenges facing security services in the twenty- first century, including international terrorism. In addition, the course provides information about many different careers that are available to students who are interested in security and protective services.

Course #:
Semester 1: VI. CASBE.1
Semester 2: VI. CASBE.2

2 Semesters, 1 Credit

This full-year course is designed to provide the skills needed to effectively organize, develop, create, manage, and own a business, while exposing students to the challenges, problems, and issues faced by entrepreneurs. Throughout this course, students explore what kinds of opportunities exist for small business entrepreneurs and become aware of the necessary skills for running a business. Students become familiar with the traits and characteristics that are found in successful entrepreneurs, and see how research, planning, operations, and regulations can affect small businesses. Students also learn how to develop plans for having effective business management, financing, and marketing strategies.

Course # Semester 1: VI.BPicSpt

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Whether you are watching a famous athlete make an unbelievable play or witnessing a sensational singing performance, the world of sports and entertainment is never boring. Although it may seem impossible for you to be a part of this glittery world, it’s not! The Sports and Entertainment Marketing field offers careers that combine entertainment with traditional marketing, but with a whole lot more glamour. Explore basic marketing principles while delving deeper into the multibillion dollar sports and entertainment industry. Learn how professional athletes, sports teams, and famous entertainers are marketed as commodities and how the savvy people who handle these deals can become very successful. This course will show you exactly how things work behind the scenes of a major entertainment event and how you can be part of the act.

Course #: VI. CASFDEV

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

This semester-long course introduces students to a variety of careers related to programming and software development. Students gather and analyze customer software needs and requirements, learn core principles of programming, develop software specifications, and use appropriate reference tools to evaluate new and emerging software. Students apply IT-based strategies and develop a project plan to solve specific problems and define and analyze system and software requirements.

Course #: VI. CATEACH

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Teaching and Training Careers is a semester-long high school course that introduces students to the art and science of teaching. It provides a thorough exploration of pedagogy, curriculum, standards and practices, and the psychological factors shown by research to affect learners. In five units of study, lessons, and projects, students engage with the material through in-depth exploration and hands- on learning, to prepare them for teaching and training careers. Students are given many opportunities to be the teacher or trainer, and to explore the tasks, requirements, teaching strategies, and research-based methods that are effective and high-quality.

Course #:
Semester 1: VI. CATBU.1
Semester 2: VI. CATBU.2

2 Semesters, 1 Credit

This year-long course teaches students technical skills, effective communication skills, and productive work habits needed to make a successful transition into the workplace or postsecondary education. In this course, students gain an understanding of emerging technologies, operating systems, and computer networks. In addition, they create a variety of business documents, including complex word- processing documents, spreadsheets with charts and graphs, database files, and electronic presentations.

Course #: VI. CHLDS

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

In this course, students will learn what leadership looks like in a 21st-century world, how new generations are adapting to lasting principles and how to influence others and take on a leadership role in their own community. The course begins with providing students the opportunity to identify and write out their life vision, mission, and purpose and begin to understand the value of making memories, having adventures, and creating meaningful experiences. Upon completion of this course, students will have a clear understanding of what it takes to have an impact on their family, friends, and peers, as well as a personal action plan of practical steps they can take to reach their goals. 

Course #: VI. SELCCT

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Climate and Culture Transformation is a course designed to teach students the different aspects of health and safety, relationship support, social awareness, and equity, inclusion, and diversity. The climate and culture of a school, community or relationship are all based on mutual self-respect, perspective-taking, healthy communication, and positive values. In this course, students are challenged to reflect on and learn more about themselves and others, as well as how to advocate for safer and more supportive environments. Each lesson is packed with positivity and insight needed to envision a brighter future for all. 

Course #: VI.CCRdnes

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

The content in this course provides instruction on skills essential for students preparing for college and/or career, including how to build an effective resume, how to groom and dress in the workplace, the power of networking and how to develop disciplines that lead to success. Now, more than ever, students are told they must be prepared for higher education or a career in a skilled profession. 

Course #: VI. SELMHW

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Mental Health and Wellness is a course designed to reinforce and empower a student’s overall mental health, especially in times of crisis or trauma. This course is designed to help students cope with difficult situations, self-soothe, and manage conflicting emotions. It seeks to give students the tools they need to keep their mind and well-being sage and sound. By participating in this course, students build a framework for citizenship, embrace the value of diversity, and learn how to appropriately use their voice to fight against injustices. Upon completing this course, students will understand the value of resiliency and how to utilize a framework for working through life challenges, enabling them to lead a meaningful and fulfilling life. 

Course #: VI. SELPD

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Personal Development is a course designed to increase a student's success in school, at work and in their personal life. Each of the lessons in this course provide students with practical insights, stories, discussion questions, and activities designed to enhance self-awareness, boost self-esteem, and help develop the motivation it takes to overcome personal challenges. By participating in course activities and discussions, students build a valuable record of their goals, dreams, skills, interests, and values. Students will also develop the skills necessary to make informed and responsible decisions about their own well-being, as well as the well-being of others. 

Course #:VI. SELRPP

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

This course is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and tools to improve and repair relationships between people and communities. It seeks to build social behaviors and treat underlying causes that lead to antisocial behavior, rather than merely punish the misbehavior itself, and restore the trust and harmony in both individuals and relationships after harm is done. By participating in this course, students learn to evaluate the impact that their environment and experiences have on them, and then build purposeful, positive futures for themselves, regardless of their history, circumstance, or past mistakes. This course aims to instill the confidence, inspiration, and wisdom needed to break through any social stereotypes or barriers that stand in the way of reaching their full, best potential possible. 

Course #: VI. SELSES

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Social and Emotional Success is a course designed to strengthen a student’s social capacity and their emotional intelligence (EQ). Through a study of mindfulness, students develop a strong sense of self, enabling them to develop successful relationships, make healthy decisions, and achieve their goals. On top of developing EQ skills students will be equipped to handle trauma, developing coping skills, understand the consequences of drugs and how to find help when feeling vulnerable and abused. Upon completing this course, students will be empowered with the skills to identify problems, utilize critical thinking to evaluate and reflect on solutions, and engineer their own philosophy towards mindfulness. 

Course #: VI. SELVYP

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

In this course, students will investigate their why and identify the person they want to become. Yet, no matter how strong their self-awareness is, events will occur that will challenge them. This course allows students to examine what motivates them to keep pressing on and pushing through the pain of growth that is necessary to leading a fulfilling life. By participating in activities and discussions in this course, students will understand how to balance the principes of happiness and success, the importance of helping others, the connection between internal thoughts and external communication, and how to build and maintain healthy relationships. 

Course #: VI. SELTIL

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Trauma-Informed Living is designed to address common mental health issues, provide resources and techniques to healthily process, cope and heal our emotions, and reduce the stigma of mental health issues in society. There are many common, and normal, mental experiences that individuals face that are misunderstood, undiscussed, and/or treated, which may lead to long term and development problems of suicidal thoughts and behaviors. By participating in this course, students learn how to prevent, recognize and identify different mental health issues, how to navigate emotions involved, how to seek resources for help with mental health, and how to help other in need do the same. The topics discussed in this course include: personal safety and wellness, self-esteem, potential mental barriers, social-emotional trauma, childhood trauma, mental health disorders, and suicide prevention and awareness. 

Course#: VI.Archlgy

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

This course focuses on the techniques, methods, and theories that guide the study of the past. Students will learn how archaeological research is conducted and interpreted, as well as how artifacts are located and preserved. Finally, students will learn about the relationship of material items to culture and what we can learn about past societies from these items.

Course#: VI.Anthrp1

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

The aim of anthropology is to use a broad approach to gain an understanding of our past, present and future, and in addition address the problems humans face in biological, social and cultural life. This course will explore the evolution, similarity and diversity of humankind through time. It will look at how we have evolved from a biologically and culturally weak species to one that has the ability to cause catastrophic change. Exciting online video journeys to different areas of the anthropological world are just one of the powerful learning tools utilized in this course.

Course#: VI.Anthrp2

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Anthropology has helped us better understand cultures around the world and through different time periods. This course continues the study of global cultures and the ways that humans have made sense of their world. We will examine some of the ways that cultures have understood and gave meaning to different stages of life and death. This course will also examine the creation of art within cultures and examine how cultures 56 evolved and changed over time. Finally, we will apply the concepts and insights learned from the study of anthropology to several cultures found in the world today.

Course#: VI.Btech 1

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

There are so many mysteries that need unraveling in the world today that can help us grow better crops, cure diseases, combat pollution, solve crimes, and so much more. If you love the idea of solving problems to make the world a better place, a career as a biotechnician may be for you. In this course, you’ll learn the basics of lab safety, how to perform tasks crucial to experimentation, biological basics, and about the exciting careers available in the field of biotechnology.

Course#: VI.BTech 2

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

In this course, you will dive even deeper into the world of the biological technician to understand how genetic engineering works. You will explore managing a biotech laboratory, Microscopy and Spectroscopy, mammalian cell culture, what the day-to-day duties of a biotechnician involve, and more. You will also explore experimental design as it relates to genetic engineering to plan your own experiments.

Course#: VI.GLitMon

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

From vampires to ghosts, these frightening stories have influenced fiction writers since the 18th century. This course will focus on the major themes found in Gothic literature and demonstrate how the core writing drivers produce, for the reader, a thrilling psychological environment. Terror versus horror, the influence of the supernatural, and descriptions of the difference between good and evil are just a few of the themes presented. By the time students have completed this course, they will have gained an understanding of and an appreciation for the complex nature of dark fiction.

Course#: VI.Holocas

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Holocaust education requires a comprehensive study of not only times, dates, and places, but also the motivation and ideology that allowed these events. In this course, students will study the history of anti-Semitism; the rise of the Nazi party; and the Holocaust, from 57 its beginnings through liberations and the aftermath of the tragedy. The study of the Holocaust is a multi-disciplinary one, integrating world history, geography, American history, and civics. Through this in-depth, semester –long study of the Holocaust, high school students will gain an understanding of the ramifications of prejudice and indifference, the potential for government-supported terror, and they will get glimpses of kindness and humanity in the worst of times.

Course#: 

2 Semester, 1 Credit

This is a year-long course in which students will need to be enrolled separately for each semester.

If you’re the first to know what’s going on in your school or town, or the first person to post on Facebook or Instagram about your favorite TV shows or favorite celebrities, then you’re just he person that every online, in –print, and broadcast news outlet is looking for. And Journalism: Investigating the Truth is the perfect course for you! In this course, you’ll how to write a lead that grabs your readers, how to write engaging news stories and features, and how to interview sources. You’ll also learn abSEout the history of journalism, how to succeed in the world of social media news, and how to turn your writing, photography, and people skills into an exciting and rewarding career.

Course#: VI. MythFok

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Mighty heroes. Angry gods and goddesses. Cunning animals. Since the first people gathered around fires, mythology and folklore has been used as a way to make sense of humankind and our world. Beginning with an overview of mythology and different kinds of folklore, students will journey with ancient heroes as they slay dragons and outwit gods, follow fearless warrior women into battle, and watch as clever monsters outwit those stronger than themselves. They will explore the universality and social significance of myths and folklore, and see how these are still used to shape society today.

Course#: VI. SocPro1

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

Students will become aware of the challenges faced by social groups, as well as learn about the complex relationship among societies, governments, and the individual. Each unit is focused on a particular area of concern, often within a global context. Possible 58 solutions at both the structural level as well as that of the individual will be examined. Students will not only learn more about how social problems affect them personally, but also begin to develop the skills necessary to help make a difference in their own lives and communities, not to mention globally.

Course#: VI. SocPro2

1 Semester, 0.5 Credit

This course continues to examine timely social issues affecting individuals and societies around the globe. Students learn about the overall structure of social problems as well as how they impact their lives. Each unit focuses on a particular social problem, including racial discrimination, drug abuse, the loss of community, and urban sprawl, and discusses possible solutions at both individual and structural levels. For each issue, students examine the connections in the global arena involving societies, governments, and the individual.