Live English Electives

Gothic Literature

Credits: 0.5 English
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester long course is designed to help students explore a unique genre of literature. 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.

Mythology & Folklore

Credits: 0.5 English
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester long course is designed to help students explore a unique genre of literature. Mythology and folklore have been used since the first people gathered around the fire as a way to make sense of humankind and our world. This course focuses on the many myths and legends woven into cultures around the world. Starting with an overview of mythology and the many kinds of folklore, the student will journey with ancient heroes as they slay dragons and outwit the gods, follow fearless warrior women into battle and watch as clever animals outwit those stronger than themselves. They will explore the universality and social significance of myths and folklore, and see how they are still used to shape society today.

Creative Writing

Credits: 0.5 English
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester long course is designed to teach students how to discover their creative thoughts and turn those ideas into dually realized pieces of creative writing. For many hundreds of years, literature has been one of the most important human art forms. It allows us to give voice to our emotions, create imaginary worlds, express ideas, and escape the confines of material reality. Through creative writing, we can come to understand ourselves and our world a little bit better. This course provides students with a solid grounding in the writing process, from finding inspiration to building a basic story to using complicated literary techniques and creating strange hybrid forms of poetic prose and prose poetry.

Live Math Electives

Consumer Math

Credits: 1.0 Math
Level: Recommended Grades 10 - 12
Prerequisites: Geometry
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This year long course is designed to further a student’s knowledge of the many ways in which math can be used in everyday life. The course gives practical advice on how to handle situations that involve money and math principles. Consumer Math focuses on the basic skills and methods of arithmetic and provides students the opportunity to develop experience with algebraic techniques of evaluating variables and equations, including geometric formulas and interest equations. Topics covered include personal finance, taxes and insurance, banking services and investments, retirement, and statistics.

Pre-Calculus

Credits: 1.0 Math
Level: Recommended Grades 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Algebra II
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This year long course is designed to investigate how advanced mathematics concepts are used to solve problems encountered in operating national parks. As students venture from algebra to trigonometry, they analyze and articulate the real-world application of these concepts. The purpose of this course is to study functions and develop skills necessary for the study of calculus. This course includes algebra, analytical geometry, and trigonometry.

Dual Credit College Algebra

Credits: 1.0 Math High School / 3.0 Collegiate
Level: Recommended Grades 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Algebra II
Dual Credit: Yes
Attendance: Daily Attendance Required
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This year long course covers those skills needed for success in Calculus and many application areas on a baccalaureate level. Topics include the real and complex number systems, polynomials, exponents, radicals, solving equations and inequalities (linear and nonlinear), relations and functions, systems of equations and inequalities (linear and nonlinear), matrices, graphing, conic sections, sequences and series, combinatories, and the binomial theorem. This course has limited earned flexibility and daily attendance is required.

Dual Credit Algebra II

Credits: 1.0 Math High School / 4.0 Collegiate
Level: Recommended Grades 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Geometry
Dual Credit: Yes
Attendance: Daily Attendance Required
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This year long course offers algebra content with applications. Topics include properties of real numbers, order of operations, algebraic solution for linear equations and inequalities, operations with polynomial and rational expressions, operations with rational exponents and radicals, algebra of inverse, logarithmic and exponential functions. This course has limited earned flexibility and daily attendance is required.

Live Science Electives

Chemistry

Credits: 1.0 Science
Level: Recommended Grades 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Physical Science
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This year long course is designed as an interactive, 21st century course focusing on Chemistry. Topics include the composition, properties, and changes associated with matter and their applications. This course is designed to serve as a foundation for the study of Chemistry. Students will demonstrate a vast understanding of the importance of Chemistry in the world around them; enabling them to apply these properties to their everyday lives.

Dual Credit Medical Terminology

Credits: 0.5 Science High School / 3.0 Collegiate
Level: Recommended Grades 11 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: Yes
Attendance: Daily Attendance Required
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester long course focuses on the component parts of medical terms: prefixes, suffixes and word roots. Students practice formation, analysis and reconstruction of terms. There is an emphasis on spelling, definition, and pronunciation. Students will be introduced to operative, diagnostic, therapeutic and symptomatic terminology of all body systems, as well as systemic and surgical terminology. This course has limited earned flexibility and daily attendance is required.

Dual Credit Body, Structure, & Functions

Credits: 1.0 Science High School / 3.0 Collegiate
Level: Recommended Grades 11 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: Yes
Attendance: Daily Attendance Required
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This year long course focuses on the structures and functions of the human body. It also integrates and correlates applicable principles and concepts of cell biology and histology. This course has limited earned flexibility and daily attendance is required.

Anatomy & Physiology

Credits: 1.0 Science
Level: Recommended Grades 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Biology
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: In this year-long course students explore the organization of the human body and how it works. They will acquire the knowledge necessary to understand what the body is doing and how they can help the body cope with many different situations. Body systems will be studied in order to understand how their structure, location, and function allow for interaction with other parts of the body.

Forensic Science I

Credits: 0.5 Science
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester long course is designed to explore science in action! Fingerprints. Blood spatter. DNA analysis. The world of law enforcement is increasingly making use of the techniques and knowledge from the sciences to better understand the crimes that are committed and to catch those individuals responsible for the crimes. Forensic science applies scientific knowledge to the criminal justice system. This course focuses on some of the techniques and practices used by forensic scientists during a crime scene investigation (CSI). Starting with how clues and data are recorded and preserved, the student will follow evidence trails until the CSI goes to trial, examining how various elements of the crime scene are analyzed and processed.

Forensic Science II

Credits: 0.5 Science
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: Forensic Science I
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester long course is designed to further explore Forensic Science. Although the crime scene represents the first step in solving crimes through forensic science, the crime laboratory plays a critical role in the analysis of evidence. This course focuses on the analysis of evidence and testing that takes place within this setting. We will examine some of the basic scientific principles and knowledge that guides forensic laboratory processes, such as those testing DNA, toxicology, and material analysis. Techniques such as microscopy, chromatography, odontology, entomology, mineralogy, and spectroscopy will be examined.

Forestry & Natural Resources

Credits: 0.5 Science
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: Forests and other natural resources play an important role in our world, from providing lumber and paper products to providing habitat for birds and animals. In the Introduction to Forestry and Natural Resources course, you'll learn more about forest ecology, management, and conservation. You'll explore topics such as environmental policy, land use, water resources, and wildlife management. Finally, you'll learn more about forestry related careers and important issues facing forestry professionals today.

Astronomy

Credits: 0.5 Science
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester long course is designed to introduce students to a unique science topic. Included are topics such as astronomy's history and development, basic scientific laws of motion and gravity, the concepts of modern astronomy, and the methods used by astronomers to learn more about the universe. Further knowledge is gained through the study of galaxies, stars, and the origin of the universe.

Veterinary Science

Credits: 0.5 Science
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester long course is designed to introduce students to a unique science topic. As animals play an increasingly important role in our lives, scientists have sought to learn more about their health and well-being. Taking a look at the pets that live in our homes, on our farms, and in zoos and wildlife sanctuaries, this course will examine some of the common diseases and treatments for domestic animals. Toxins, parasites, and infectious diseases impact not only the animals around us, but at times...we humans as well! Through veterinary medicine and science, the prevention and treatment of diseases and health issues is studied and applied..

Live Social Studies Electives

Dual Credit Introduction to Sociology

Credits: 1.0 Social Studies High School / 3.0 Collegiate
Level: Recommended Grades 11 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: Yes
Attendance: Daily Attendance Required
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This year long course introduces students to the basic concepts of sociology: culture, socialization, social stratification, multi-culturalism, and the five institutions, including family, government, economics, religion, and education. Other topics include demography, deviance, technology, environment, social issues, social change, social organization, and workplace issues. This course has limited earned flexibility and daily attendance is required.

Dual Credit Introduction to Psychology

Credits: 1.0 Social Studies High School / 3.0 Collegiate
Level: Recommended Grades 11 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: Yes
Attendance: Daily Attendance Required
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This year long course is a survey of the multiple aspects of human behavior. It involves a survey of the theoretical foundations of human functioning in such areas as learning, motivation, emotions, personality, deviance and pathology, physiological factors, and social influences. It directs the student to an insightful understanding of the complexities of human relationships in personal, social, and vocational settings. This course has limited earned flexibility and daily attendance is required.

Dual Credit Cents & Sensibility

Credits: 0.5 Social Studies High School / 1.0 Collegiate
Level: Recommended Grades 11 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: Yes
Attendance: Daily Attendance Required
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester long course is a practical study of consumer problems and consumer choice. This course has an emphasis on developing the skill of consumer decision-making. Selected topics include: budgeting and family resource management, sources of consumer information, help in solving consumer problems and consumer decision-making in such areas as transportation, insurance, financial institutions, consumer goods and services, housing and credit. This course has limited earned flexibility and daily attendance is required.

Personal & Family Finance

Credits: 0.5 Social Studies
Level: Recommended Grades 11 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: How do our personal financial habits affect our financial future? How can we make smart decisions with our money in the areas of saving, spending, and investing? This semester course introduces students to basic financial habits such as setting financial goals, budgeting and creating financial plans. Students will learn more about topics such as taxation, financial institutions, credit, and money management. The course also addresses how occupations and educational choices can influence personal financial planning, and how individuals can protect themselves from identity theft.

Criminology

Credits: 0.5 Social Studies
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester long course introduces students to the field of criminology, the study of crime. Student’s will look at possible explanations for crime from psychological, biological, and sociological standpoints, explore the various types of crime and their consequences for society, and investigate how crime and criminals are handled by the criminal justice system. Why do some individuals commit crimes but others don't? What aspects in our culture and society promote crime and deviance? Why do individuals receive different punishments for the same crime? What factors shape the criminal case process, from arrest to punishments?

Law & Order: Introduction to Legal Studies

Credits: 0.5 Social Studies
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester long course introduces students to the legal studies. Every society has laws that its citizens must follow. Laws help provide society with order and structure. Consumer laws help protect us from faulty goods; criminal laws help to protect society from individuals who harm others; and family law handles the arrangements and issues that arise in areas like divorce and child custody. By understanding the workings of our court system, as well as how laws are actually carried out, we become more informed and responsible citizens in our communities and of our nation.

Social Studies & Swords

Credits: 0.5 Social Studies
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Daily Attendance Required
Camera On: Required

Description: Do you have what it takes to be a hero? Are you interested in having so much fun in a class that you forget you’re learning? If that sounds up your alley, this is the class for you! Swords & Social Studies is a jack-of-all trades course designed to cover educational standards from many different subjects while developing their social, emotional, and leadership skills, all while playing a semester-long role playing game. Over the course of the semester, students will let their creativity run wild by developing and playing as characters who work together as a group of new recruits at the Righteous Vanguards Academy: a school for heroes who are called on to solve problems throughout the land. They will work together to tackle situations in a fantasy setting which are based on problems we face in the real world today. Since students will be playing a cooperative game together in this class, they will be expected to attend live classes in-person and to have cameras on and use their microphones during gameplay. Join us for the adventure of your educational career!

Archeology: Detectives of the Past

Credits: 0.5 Social Studies
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester length course of archeology helps us to better understand the events and societies of the past that have helped to shape our modern world. This course focuses on this techniques, methods, and theories that guide the study of the past. Students will learn how archeological 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.

History of the Holocaust

Credits: 0.5 Social Studies
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester long course explores the history of the Holocaust. 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 its beginnings through liberation 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.

Native American Cultural Studies

Credits: 0.5 Social Studies
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Required
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester long course is an introductory survey of Native American culture and history. Topics explored include Wisconsin’s Indigenous Peoples, language, oral history, art, and more! This course is for any students wishing to enrich their understanding and awareness of the Native American culture.

Personal Psychology I

Credits: 0.5 Social Studies
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester-length course explores self-knowledge as the key to self-improvement! More than 800,000 high school students take psychology classes each year. Among the different reasons, there is usually the common theme of self-discovery! Sample topics include the study of infancy, childhood, adolescence, perception and states of consciousness. Amazing online psychology experiments dealing with our own personal behavior are featured within this course.

Personal Psychology II

Credits: 0.5 Social Studies
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester-length course looks at enriching the quality of your life by learning to understand the actions of others! Topics include the study of memory, intelligence, emotion, health, stress and personality. This course features exciting online psychology experiments involving the world around us.

A History of Piracy - Terror on the High Seas

Credits: 0.5 Social Studies
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester long course is an introductory survey of a unique genre of history. Throughout history, the open seas and waterways have served as a vital means of transportation for human society. Since humans gained the means to sail they have used boats for travel and to transport goods. For just as long, people have used this knowledge to plunder and profit, both legally and illegally. This course will dive into the history of theft by boat, aka piracy. You will learn that there is a lot more to pirates than peg legs and Tricorn hats. The course will span from Ancient Times to the modern-day.

Social Studies Through Comics

Credits: 0.5 Social Studies
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: The goal of this course is to understand and comprehend the major historical events through a popular, but often overlooked, medium: comic books. This semester long course will look at several fields of social studies through the lens of comic books including psychology, US and world history, political science, and world culture. Religion, economics, government, politics, geography, ethnicity, art and philosophy are just a few of the areas of social studies that will be utilized and explored to aid discussions involving major events. All students will be expected to participate in class discussions, read primary and secondary source documents, research topics independently, and complete several in-depth projects related to the material covered in the graphic novels. The medium of comics will be used to generate discussion and increase comprehension, understanding, and engagement of the students.

Dual Credit Introduction to Diversity Studies

Credits: 1.0 Social Studies High School / 3.0 Collegiate
Level: Recommended Grades 11 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: Yes
Attendance: Daily Attendance Required
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This year-long course introduces learners to the study of diversity from a local to a global environment using a holistic, interdisciplinary approach. Encourages self-exploration and prepares the learner to work in a diverse environment. In addition to an analysis of majority/minority relationships in a multicultural context, the primary topics of race, ethnicity, age, gender, class, sexual orientation, disability and religion are explored. This course has limited earned flexibility and daily attendance is required.

Live PhyEd Electives

Comprehensive Physical Education

Credits: 0.5 Phy-Ed
Level: Recommended Grades 11 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: Description: This semester long course is designed to have students explore concepts involving personal fitness, team sports, dual sports, and individual and lifetime sports. Students will focus on health-related fitness as they set goals and develop a program to improve their fitness level through cardio, strength, and flexibility training. In addition, they will learn about biomechanics and movement concepts, as they enhance their level of skill-related fitness. Students will learn about game play concepts and specifically investigate the rules, guidelines, and skills pertaining to soccer, softball, volleyball, tennis, walking and running, dance, and yoga. Students take a pre- and post-fitness assessment. Throughout this course students also participate in a weekly fitness program involving elements of cardio, strength, and flexibility, as well as participating in a variety of dual, individual, and group sport activities.

Strength Training

Credits: 0.5 Phy-Ed
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester long course focuses on the fitness components of muscular strength and endurance. Throughout this course students establish their fitness level, set goals, and design their own resistance training program and cross-training. They study muscular anatomy and learn specific exercises to strengthen each muscle or muscle group. Students focus on proper posture and technique while training.

Performance Training

Credits: 0.5 Phy-Ed
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Daily Attendance Required
Camera On: Required

Description: No weight room? No problem! Performance Training is a course for self-motivated students who are serious about improving their overall fitness, mental toughness, and leadership skills. This interactive course focuses on personal development through our complete training regimen and class discussions. Our weekly workout schedule includes dedicated speed and power work, at-home strength and hypertrophy development, and full-body stability and coordination. Additionally, Performance Training includes coursework aimed at cultivating mentally tough and resilient leaders. If you are looking to reach your full potential and take your performance to the next level, then Performance Training is the course for you!

Fitness, Nutrition, Results

Credits: 0.5 Phy-Ed
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Daily Attendance Required
Camera On: Yes

Description: This program is designed to help you get stronger, lose weight, have more energy, or simply to look and feel better. We teach you how to make healthy food and exercise choices to achieve whatever your goals are. This program works for everyone, even if you haven’t exercised in years, as long as you are willing to put in the effort. This program is different from a traditional gym or fitness class in that every workout is instructor led, group fitness experience. Your instructor will always be right there to help you stay motivated and to push you to reach your goals. Each day will consist of one of many different workouts to address every aspect of fitness. The different workouts include; plyometrics, kettlebells, circuit training, upper body strength, lower body strength, honey badger, and tabata. The workouts will always be changing to keep it fun and exciting. We will also have nutrition classes and discussions. We will help you clear up any confusion you may have around food and nutrition!

First Aid & Safety

Credits: 0.5 Health
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: In this semester length course, students learn and practice first aid procedures for a variety of common conditions, including muscular, skeletal, and soft tissue injuries. In addition, students learn how to appropriately respond to a variety of emergency situations. They also learn the procedures for choking and CPR for infants, children, and adults. In addition to emergency response, students will explore personal, household, and outdoor safety, and disaster preparedness.

Individual Sports

Credits: 0.5 Phy-Ed
Level: Recommended Grades 11 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester long course provides students with an overview of individual sports. Students learn about a variety of sports, yet do an in-depth study of running, walking, hiking, yoga, dance, swimming, biking, and cross-training. Students learn not only the history, rules, and guidelines of each sport, but practice specific skills related to each sport. Students also learn about the components of fitness, benefits of fitness, safety and technique, and good nutrition. Students conduct fitness assessments and participate in weekly physical activity.

Live Enrichment Electives

Work Experience

Credits: 1.0 - 2.0 Elective(s)
Level: Recommended Grades 11 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Required at Job Site
Camera On: Not Required

Description: The Work Experience Program provides students an opportunity to meet their graduation requirements while gaining valuable work experience. Through this experience, students will build the knowledge, skills, and self-­confidence to be successful in their post high school pursuits including higher education, in the workplace, and in life. Students in grades 11 & 12 can earn up to two credits per academic year through Work Experience. Students may earn 0.5 credit for each 90 hours of work/training per semester to a maximum of 1 credit per semester, up to 2 credits total per school year. This program is not offered during the summer. Only hours completed during the academic year will count for credit. Placement in this program is dependent on work site availability. Students are responsible for finding their job placement. All job placements must be approved by RVA administration prior to enrollment in the Work Experience Program. Work Experience is assessed on a Pass/Fail basis. Consortium students enrolled in the RVA should request work experience through their resident school.

Youth Apprenticeship

Credits: 2.0 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 11 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Required at Job Site
Camera On: Not Required

Description: The Youth Apprenticeship Program is a one- or two-year elective statewide program that combines academic and technical instruction with mentored, paid, on-the-job learning that makes a real world connection for students. Youth Apprentices work a minimum of 450 hours at their YA worksite each year of their program and take related high school or college classes to enhance their worksite experiences. Consortium students enrolled in the RVA should request work experience through their resident school.

Skills for Success

Credits: 0.5 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 10
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This course is designed to familiarize students to the demands of high school and examines factors that underlie learning, success, and personal development to be successful in high school and beyond. Topics covered include goal setting, motivation, educational and career planning, and learning styles. Techniques of study such as time management, listening and note taking, preparing for examinations, and utilizing learning resources are covered.

Spanish I

Credits: 1.0 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: In this year-long course, students learn basic grammar and vocabulary skills to build fluency and language proficiency. Students explore the culture of Spanish-speaking countries through engaging interactive games, videos, and audio recordings and apply what they learn through written practice, listening, and speaking exercises. Students will be immersed in the beauty of the Spanish language and the richness of its diverse cultures throughout this course.

Advanced Spanish I

Credits: 1.0 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: Middle School Spanish 8
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This year-long course is for students who have demonstrated proficiency in Middle School Spanish 8 and are prepared for a more rigorous Spanish 1 course. This fast paced class will prepare students for Spanish 3. In Advanced Spanish 1, students begin by reviewing basic grammar and vocabulary skills taught in MS Spanish 8. Then, students will continue to grow their Spanish production and comprehension skills through interactive games, videos, and audio recordings.

Spanish II

Credits: 1.0 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: Spanish I
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: In this year-long course, get ready to embark on the next leg of your journey to Spanish fluency. In Spanish II students continue building listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills as well as increasing their cultural awareness of Spanish-speaking countries through audio recordings, engaging images, interactive games, readings, and videos. Apply learning through written practices and listening and speaking exercises to take your Spanish language skills to the next level!

Spanish III

Credits: 1.0 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: Spanish II or Advanced Spanish I
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: In this year-long course, students dive into the rich diversity of Hispanic culture across the globe by exploring the tastes, sights, and sounds of this dynamic language that reflects triumph, struggle, celebration, and so much more. During this cultural journey, students improve conversational, vocabulary, and writing skills through authentic tasks. Short of obtaining a passport, there is no better way to discover new lands, peoples, or experiences as students take their Spanish language abilities to the next level.

Spanish IV

Credits: 1.0 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: Spanish III
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This year-long course, will certainly expand your language skills. However, it will also take you on a fascinating cultural journey. You’ll experience the language’s rich traditions and superstitions. Through exploring the past, you’ll come to understand the importance of community, family, and personal relationships. You will be immersed in culture—movement, art, music, literature. Meeting real people and hearing their stories will allow you to gain new vocabulary, have better command of the language, and understand your role as a global citizen.

History of Rock & Roll I

Credits: 0.5 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester-long course is a guided tour through the background and history of popular music from the early-mid 20th Century through the mid 1970’s. It will mainly focus on the rock and roll genre of music, but will also touch on other genres as they impact rock and roll. The goal is for students to get an appreciation of past music and cultures, to discover music they haven’t been introduced to yet, and to open their minds to discover music in the world.

History of Rock & Roll II

Credits: 0.5 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester-long course is a guided tour through the background and history of popular music starting with the mid 1970’s through the present day. The course will mainly focus on the rock and roll genre of music, but may also touch on other genres as they impact rock and roll. This course is a fun survey of popular music through the generations. The goal is for students to get an appreciation of past music and cultures, to discover music they haven’t been introduced to yet, and to open their minds to discover more music in the world.

Art for Absolute Beginners

Credits: 0.5 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester-long course is an introduction to art. Have you always wanted to learn how to draw, paint, or sculpt, but never had the time in your schedule? Do you feel self-conscious about creating art? If so, this is the class for you. We will start with the basic fundamentals and begin to grow our skills and confidence. Subjects studied may include but are not limited to drawing nature, basic painting skills, and overall development of how to approach artistic endeavors.

Digital Photography I

Credits: 0.5 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester-long course introduces students to digital photography and covers the basic concepts of digital photography. We will learn the basic uses of the camera and address aesthetic principles as they relate to elements and principles of design and art such as composition, space, exposure, light, and color. Students will also learn the basics of photo editing and manipulation.

Digital Photography II

Credits: 0.5 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: Digital Photography I
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester-long course builds on the prior prerequisite course, further develops your photography skills by learning more professional tips, tricks, and techniques to elevate your images. Explore various photographic styles, themes, genres, and artistic approaches. Learn more about photojournalism and how to bring you photos to life. Using this knowledge, build a portfolio of your work to pursue a career in this field!

Introduction to Graphic Design with Canva

Credits: 0.5 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This course is designed to introduce high school students to the fundamentals of graphic design using the online platform Canva. Students will learn how to create visually appealing graphics, presentations, posters, and other digital media using a variety of design elements and tools available in Canva. Through hands-on projects and activities, students will develop their creativity, critical thinking, and digital literacy skills while exploring the principles of design and visual communication.

Drawing & Painting I

Credits: 0.5 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester-long course introduces students to the various tools used for drawing and painting. Students are taught about the basics of composition as well as drawing and painting strategies. Students begin by learning basic drawing foundation skills and then building upon those skills as well go into more complex ideas. Students will go through units about perspective, proportion, and accuracy. Each unit corresponds with projects that the students will complete at home. Emphasis is placed on personal growth!

Drawing & Painting II

Credits: 0.5 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester-long course builds upon a student’s 2D Art skills. Students expand on their knowledge of the basics of composition as well as drawing and painting strategies. Students review the basic drawing foundation skills and then building upon those skills as well go into more complex ideas. Each unit corresponds with projects that the students will complete at home.

Sculpture & 3D Art

Credits: 0.5 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester-long course introduces students to sculpture and 3 dimensional art. Students will be introduced to sculpture techniques with various kinds of media. Students will work with polymer and air dry clay to create 3-dimensional art that does not need a kiln to complete! Projects will include basic sculpture and hand-building techniques and will progress to more intermediate skills such as building functional art and mixed media.

Design for Beginners: Create Your Own Business

Credits: 0.5 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: In this semester-long course students will discover a passion, hobby or interest and then develop the design skills to create a business website for it with supporting marketing assets such as a logo, brand guide, photography, videography, and a marketing strategy and more!

Yearbook

Credits: 0.5 Elective / 1.0 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Daily Attendance Required
Camera On: Not Required

Description: In this semester-long or year-long course students will work to create and publish the school’s yearbook. Students will learn basic skills including layout, page design, photography, and editing. The final project of this class will be a yearbook that will provide students with memories to last a lifetime!

Life Skills: Navigating Adulthood

Credits: 0.5 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester long course will encourage you to learn more about yourself and help you to prepare for the future. You will explore goal setting, decision making, and surviving college and career. You will also discover how to become a valuable contributing member of society. Now is the time to take action. It's your life, make it count!

Driver’s Education

Credits: 0.5 Elective
Level: Recommended for Ages 14.5 or Older
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Daily Attendance Required
Camera On: Required

Description: This semester-long course is designed to help students get their Driver’s License! Driver’s Ed teaches teens who are looking at getting their driver’s license the facts, theories, and techniques of safe driving in a classroom setting. This class will satisfy the “classroom” component. Students wanting to get their license will need to complete the “behind the wheel”’ course on their own. This course has limited earned flexibility and daily attendance is required.

Basic Web Design

Credits: 0.5 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: In this semester-long course students will learn how to design a beautiful and functional website. Students will understand design components of websites, including the use of color, layout and when to use different techniques, typography rules, and the importance of imagery.

Game Design for Chromebooks

Credits: 0.5 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester-long course introduces students to the fundamentals of game design including scripting in JavaScript, game mechanics, audio editing, storytelling, and game world development.

Dual Credit Marketing Principles

Credits: 0.5 Elective High School / 3.0 Collegiate
Level: Recommended Grades 10 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: Yes
Attendance: Daily Attendance Required
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester-long course introduces a basic understanding of marketing principles. The students will explore consumer demographics, lifestyles and decision making; evaluate product distribution; promotions and price planning. Students will create a Strategic Marketing Plan combining the components listed and develop a presentation.

Principles of Business, Marketing, Finance Pt I

Credits: 0.5 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: Gain fundamental knowledge that will help you pursue a career in business! You will explore the different types of businesses and ownership forms, the impact of governments on business, and the marketing of goods and services. You will also engage with the principles of globalization, free trade, and various economic systems. Finally, the impact of technology on business, business ethics, and social responsibility are discussed, providing you with a foundational knowledge of business.

Principles of Business, Marketing, Finance Pt II

Credits: 0.5 Elective
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: Principles of Business, Marketing, Finance Pt I
Dual Credit: No
Attendance: Earned Flexibility
Camera On: Not Required

Description: Building on the prior prerequisite course, you will expand your knowledge of the basics to explore advanced topics, such as marketing strategy, banking, and investments. Finally, examine employability skills and careers in business, finance, and marketing as well as various entrepreneurship opportunities.

Dual Credit Computer Keyboarding

Credits: 0.5 Elective High School / 1.0 Collegiate
Level: Recommended Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None
Dual Credit: Yes
Attendance: Daily Attendance Required
Camera On: Not Required

Description: This semester-long course introduces keyboarding techniques (proper finger usage and body position) through hands-on touch typing. Learners are introduced to the QWERTY keyboard (alphabet, number and symbol keys). Learners will be expected to touch-type at a minimum of 27 wpm by the end of the course.