Character Education (SALC)
This course is designed to provide students a thorough understanding of the value of ethics in society the consequences of unethical behavior and the qualities of leadership. Students will be engaged in cooperative learning activities as well as be expected to perform research and present arguments (affirmative and negative) to support their conclusions as it relates to ethical conduct.
College/Career Skills
This course is designed to provide students skills needed for preparation to enter secondary education and the workforce. Skills include organization, time management, leadership,
Academic Internship
Prerequisite: None
A work-based internship allows for additional development of career and college readiness competencies within a general career field. Internships allow students to observe and participate in daily operations, develop direct contact with job personnel, ask questions about particular careers, and perform certain job tasks. This activity is exploratory and allows the student to get hands-on experience
in a number of related activities. The teacher, student, and the business community jointly plan the organization, implementation, and evaluation of an internship, regardless of whether it is an unpaid or paid internship. The student must document a minimum of 135 contact hours and complete assignments, including a journal and a capstone project. A confirmed placement is required before enrolling in a semester internship.
Cadet Teaching I Honors
Using an exemplary 21st Century curriculum and hands-on teaching field experiences, the program gives students a positive but realistic view of the educational profession. Students who complete the program develop a passion for the teaching profession and become strong educational advocates. Even if a student elects to not pursue education as a career choice, the individual is better informed, more apt to engage in positive public education initiatives, and overall be a more engaged citizen of North Carolina.
Cadet Teaching II Honors
This course is a continuation of Cadet Teaching I with increase of hands-on teaching field experience and varied grade levels throughout semester.