Career Explorations

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HALF-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE

This course covers all of the career clusters in the National Career Clusters Framework. You’ll explore the career pathways within each cluster, determine the academic and skill requirements for different career pathways, and learn about the jobs available in each pathway and the work these professionals do. This course will also guide you through the process of creating an academic and career plan based on you interests, abilities, and life goals.

Structure of Writing

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HALF-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE

This semester-long course focuses on building good sentences. Students will learn how to put words, phrases, and clauses together and how to punctuate correctly. They will start using sentences in short compositions. As an extra bonus, students will add some new words to their vocabulary, and they will practice spelling difficult words. Near the end of the course, students are to submit a book report. Early in the course, encourage students to start looking for the books they want to read for the book report. They might also preview the introduction to that lesson so they know what will be expected.

Women’s Studies

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HALF-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE

Women’s Studies is a one-semester course with 14 lessons that introduce students to women’s studies, gender studies, and gender roles. The course traces the history of feminism, analyzes feminist theories, and examines intersectionality. Students will learn about social and political movements for the rights of women and other vulnerable groups. Students will also learn about social and family structures and socialization, which includes identifying prejudices, biases, and stereotypes that exist in society, and how the media perpetuates some stereotypes about gender roles and identities. The course also covers social and family structures, different forms of oppression, ways to prevent oppression, and methods to help and empower victims. Students will learn about international activism for gender equality, legal rights, and the challenges in achieving equality for all citizens from every section of society. The course combines a variety of content types, including lessons, activities, discussions, and games to engage learners as they discover the significance of women’s studies.

Music Appreciation

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HALF-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE

In a time of an increasing emphasis on STEM courses and skills, it remains essential to provide your students with opportunities to explore the arts from both an informational and career-oriented perspective. In Music Appreciation, students will explore the history and evolution of music, learn the elements of music and musical notations, and the contributions of popular music artists and composers. A variety of lessons, activities, and discussions will help to develop an awareness and appreciation of music that will develop not only critical thinking skills, but life enriching skills as well.

Mythology and Folklore

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HALF-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE

Introduction to Mythology and Folklore is a one-semester course with 15 lessons that discuss myths, legends, and folklore from around the world. This course covers subjects such as Mythology, Legend, Folklore, Gods and the Goddesses, natural events, and wonders of the world.

Nutrition and Personal Wellness

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HALF-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE

Have you ever heard the phrase “your body is your temple” and wondered what it means? Keeping our physical body healthy and happy is just one of the many challenges we face, and yet, many of us don’t know how to best achieve it. Positive decisions around diet and food preparation are key to this process, and you will find the essential skills needed to pursue a healthy, informed lifestyle in Nutrition and Wellness. Making sure you know how to locate, buy, and prepare fresh delicious food will make you, and your body, feel amazing. Impressing your friends and family as you nourish them with your knowledge? That feels even better.

Revolutionary Ideas in Science

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HALF-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE

Ideas in Science is a one-semester course with 15 lessons that cover the discoveries and inventions in science from prehistoric to present times. This course covers subject areas such as: prehistoric science, technology, ancient and medieval science, the scientific revolution, thermodynamics and electricity, and many more.

Gothic Literature: Monster Stories

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HALF-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE

It was a dark and stormy night, and the vampires, ghouls, and undead were on the prowl… Gothic Literature is riddled with the spooky, but did you know that this genre is so much more than a scary form of entertainment? In Gothic Literature, you’ll learn about how some of the world’s greatest authors from the 19th century through today used Gothic elements to tackle issues that needed serious attention: the class system, gender norms, racism, social injustice, and more! Grab your monster gear and explore why Gothic literature has retained its appeal even with today’s audiences.

U.S. Government

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HALF-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
CREDIT RECOVERY AVAILABLE
HONORS OPTION
NCAA APPROVED

In this course, students will engage with U.S. government as an active, participatory process rather than just a static set of laws or ideologies. The course explores how governance encompasses not only legislation and administration but also the continuous actions and interactions of individuals and communities. The course begins with an overview of the U.S. government’s foundations, tracing its evolution from early governance to the Constitution’s ratification. Students will explore the federal government’s structure, including its three branches, and understand the roles of state, tribal, and local governments. The course emphasizes active citizenship, covering American citizenship requirements, civil liberties, civic rights, and citizens’ responsibilities. Students will examine the impact of political parties, interest groups, and media on elections and society, The course culminates with an overview of, and practice in, domestic and foreign policymaking processes. Through case studies, primary sources, and visual aids, the course aims to equip students with a deep understanding of U.S. Government and Civics, preparing them to be informed, active participants in democracy.

Physical Education

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HALF-CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
CREDIT RECOVERY AVAILABLE

This course’s three units include Getting Active, Improving Performance, and Lifestyle. Unit activities elevate students’ self-awareness of their health and well-being while examining topics such as diet and mental health and exploring websites and other resources. In addition to being effective as a stand-alone course, the components can be easily integrated into other health and wellness courses.