Passion Courses

business

Turn Wages into Wealth (Q)

Learn personal financial preparedness and develop a plan for making and attaining financial goals as a young adult.

Consumer Insights (Q)

How and why do people consume products, services, and experiences? Increase your knowledge of marketing and the psychology that influences consumer influence and behavior.

Conscious Capitalism - Ethics (Q)

Think like a business leader by learning the four pillars of Conscious Capitalism (Ethics) and learning the role of a company in the interdependent global marketplace.

Computer Science

Python Programming (Q)

Learn computer programming in Python, a fun and easy coding language that is great for first-time learners.

Intro to Web Development 1 (Q)

Learn how to use HTML and CSS to develop webpages while mastering basic web development concepts and the importance of art and creativity in the design.

Data Mining 1 (Q)

Use Problem-Based Learning to practice methods of research and use tools such as Excel to analyze, discover patterns, make predictions, and propose potential solutions to problems.

Cybersecurity: Linux (Q)

Master the functionality of Linux by completing cybersecurity challenges. Build skill sets to address needs in both offensive and defensive cybersecurity. (Course available online only.)

Scratch (Q)

Create interactive stories and games with this visual programming language, which is a fun and exciting way to learn fundamental programming concepts.

Essential Computing (Q)

Prepare for college and career by sharpening your keyboarding and software application skills using Google Suite and Microsoft Office applications.

English

PSAT/SAT/ACT Prep (Verbal) 🍎 (Q)

Students in grades 10-12 prepare for the PSAT and the SAT by developing and applying strategies to strengthen critical reading, writing, and test-taking skills through focused instruction, practice with actual test items, and independent activities. Prerequisite: Algebra 1 

Health/ MINDFULNESS 

Stretch And Flow 🍎 (Q)

Participants will build upon their knowledge of the core yogic principles, components of mindfulness, and connections to how yoga and mindfulness promotes lifelong wellness through the analysis of specific yogic styles and unique mindfulness practices. Prerequisite(s): Stretch Your Wellness

Stretch And Restore🍎 (Q)

This course will build upon the project-based assessment approach in Foundations of Stretch Your Wellness as you synthesize two different yogic practices through real life simulation opportunities.  Prerequisite(s): Stretch Your Wellness

Mathematics

Introduction to Logic: Networks & Algorithms 🍎 (Q)

Develop deeper thinking and reasoning skills through Encryption Algorithms, Cryptography and Conversion of Bases and by exploring logic puzzles and games. Prerequisites: Algebra 1 and Geometry.

Introduction to Logic: Game Theory & Boolean 🍎 (Q)

Develop deeper thinking and reasoning skills through introductory Boolean Logic and Graph Theory as well as logic puzzles and games. Prerequisites: Algebra 1 and Geometry.

PSAT/SAT/ACT Prep (Math) 🍎 (Q)

Students in grades 10-12 prepare for the PSAT and the SAT by developing and applying strategies to strengthen mathematical abilities and test-taking skills through focused instruction, practice with actual test items, and independent activities. Prerequisite: Algebra 1  and Geometry; Algebra 2 recommended

Science

Growing Organically (Q)

 Students will test soil samples and create a nutrient management plan to maintain an organic garden on site at NCHS. 

Cleaner Energy Through Plants for a Cleaner World (Q)

Explore technology and innovation to address their community's growing energy needs through clean renewable sources.

Technology & Engineering

Engineering Design (Q)

Use a project-based approach to solve engineering challenges with emphasis on the Engineering Design Process, Universal Design, hydraulics, structures and forces, and lab safety.

Designing & Prototyping (Q)

Design and create a prototype of a product that can be packaged and advertised, after learning sketching, modeling, and photo editing to explore design elements.

Design for Manufacturing (Q)

Learn the manufacturing process, explore its components, and use this knowledge to re-design a current product to be stronger, less expensive, and/or more sustainable.

Flight in Action (Q)

Gain an understanding of aeronautics and in-atmosphere flight. Design and build aircraft parts to test various principles.

Practical Programming (Q)

Build and test working models of real-world robotic challenges with ‘drag and drop’ programming software.

Mobile Apps (Q)

Design, develop, test, and debug your own App creation.

Renovation DIY—Carpentry (Q)

Learn and practice DIY skills in a hands-on environment which can enhance your understanding of how these skills are beneficial to home ownership.

Renovation DIY—Plumbing and Electricity (Q)

Use tools and machines to make minor repairs to everyday components of a home and learn how basic plumbing and electricity are integrated into home construction.