Business & Marketing
Do you have dreams of running your own business, working in finance, playing on Wall Street, or heading up a marketing department? Did you know Computer Science is more than just coding? How about being able to tell the world stories through Journalism? This pathway is full of courses that build skills necessary to become successful in business and in life.
Intro to Computer Science 1
Grades: 9-12
Credit: 0.5
Graduation requirement: CTE and Math (dual requirement)
Description: Want to better understand the technologies that surround us every day? Are you interested in learning about how computer technologies work and the ideas behind them? Introduction to Computer Science will provide the foundation for understanding computer graphics, robotics, algorithms, and artificial intelligence. You will learn to program and implement the ideas you learn into projects. Enrich your leadership, design, and innovation skills by actively participating in the student leadership organization TSA (Technology Student Association). Interested students should check out this course video.
Not NCAA approved for math.
Intro to Computer Science 2
Grades: 9-12
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Computer Science 1 or previous coding recommended
Graduation requirement: CTE and Math (dual requirement)
Description: Computing has changed the world in profound ways: it has opened wonderful new ways for people to connect, design, research, play, create, and express themselves. However, using the computer is just a small part. This course is introductory programming, using Python, a text-based programming language, that helps prepare students for more advanced programming courses. Students will enrich leadership, design, and innovation skills by actively participating in the student leadership organization TSA (Technology Student Association).
Not NCAA approved for math.
AP Computer Science Principles
Grades: 9-12
Credit: 1.0
Prerequisite: Intro to Computer Science 1 and 2 recommended
Graduation requirement: CTE and Science (dual requirement)
Description: AP Computer Science Principles offers a multidisciplinary approach to teaching the underlying principles of computation. The course will introduce you to the creative aspects of programming, abstractions, algorithms, large data sets, the Internet, cybersecurity concerns, and computing impacts. AP Computer Science Principles will give students the opportunity to use technology to address real-world problems and build relevant solutions. This course will broaden and foster continued participation in computer science. Enrich your leadership, design, and innovation skills by actively participating in the student leadership organization TSA (Technology Student Association). Interested students should check out this course video.
NCAA approved for math.
AP Computer Science A
Grades: 9-12
Credit: 1.0
Indicator of success: Successful completion of Geometry
Graduation requirement: CTE and Math (dual requirement)
CTE dual college credit:
Introduction to Programming Bates TC SOFT 102 5 credits
Clover Park TC CPW 101 5 credits
Pierce College CSS 122 5 credits
Description: Equivalent to a first-semester college course, AP Computer Science introduces you to fundamental topics that include problem solving, design strategies and methodologies, organization of data, approaches to processing data, analysis of potential solutions, and the ethical and social implications of computing. The course emphasizes both object-oriented and imperative problem solving and design using Java language. These techniques represent proven approaches for developing solutions that can scale up from small, simple problems to large, complex problems. Enrich your leadership, design, and innovation skills by actively participating in the student leadership organization TSA (Technology Student Association). Interested students should check out this course video.
NCAA approved for math.
College, Career & Financial Exploration (CCFE)
Grades: 10-12
Credit: 0.5
Graduation requirement: CTE; fulfills CCFE graduation requirement*
Description: Do you know all of the opportunities that await you in and after high school? This course will help you build and clarify your aspirations with a plan for post-high school education and employment. You will also learn the practical and critical skills of financial planning.
* This requirement can be fulfilled with successful completion of Marketing III and/or the successful completion of three years of AVID (PHS).
Competitive Speech & Debate I
Located at GHHS campus
Grades: 9-12
Credit: 0.5
Graduation requirement: CTE and English (dual requirement)
Description: This course is designed for students who want to pursue competitive debate, speech, and interpretation events and also is helpful for those who want to learn how to be effective communicators–a skill that is useful in every career. You will learn the essentials of argumentation and organization in debate as well as complementary presentation skills. Additionally, the course offers instruction in the development of both prepared and extemporaneous speeches and humorous and dramatic interpretation. A principal focus of the class is preparation for the twelve WIAA speech and debate events for class presentation and tournament competition is strongly encouraged. Interested students should check out this course flier.
Competitive Speech & Debate II
Located at GHHS campus
Grades: 9-12
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Teacher permission and completion of Competitive Speech & Debate I
Graduation requirement: CTE and English (dual requirement)
Description: This course is designed for students who wish to further pursue the skills and the talents learned in the introductory class. The course instructs you in advanced techniques of debate case writing and presentation, speech writing and presentation, and oral interpretation. The principal focus of the course is preparation for, and participation in speech and debate tournaments. Tournament participation is integral to success in the class. Interested students should check out this course flier.
Entrepreneurship
Located at GHHS campus
Grades: 10-12
Credit: 0.5
Graduation requirement: CTE
Description: Have an idea that will solve a problem or help individuals/ businesses attain their goals? Learn how to foster your ideas through an understanding of business formation, ownership, capitalization, management, ethics, legal issues, and a variety of areas necessary to establish and maintain a business. You will take your ideas and create a business plan that would help you launch your business. Enrich your leadership, networking, and business skills by actively participating in the student leadership organization DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America).
AP Macro/Micro Economics
Grades: 11-12
Credit: 1.0
Indicator of success: "B" or higher in previous year's social studies course and teacher recommendation
Graduation requirement: CTE and Social Studies - Elective (dual requirement)
Description: Economics is about choice and the impact our choices have on each other. Thinking through the lens of economics can help foster better decisions in life and career. Macroeconomics gives us an understanding of the principles of economics that apply to an economic system as a whole. Microeconomics gives us an understanding of economics that apply to the functions of individual decision makers–both consumers and producers–within the economic system. This is a rigorous course designed to prepare students for both the AP Macroeconomics and AP Microeconomics tests administered in May of each year to earn college credit.
Journalistic Publishing: Newspaper
Grades: 9-12
Credit: 1.0
Graduation requirement: CTE and English (dual requirement - some universities might not recognize this as English)
CTE dual college credit:
Electronic Publishing & Layout Clover Park TC GTC 143 5 credits
Description: Be part of a team that writes, designs, edits, and publishes the award-winning student-run newspaper. Experiences include creative and journalistic writing, producing art, photography, image editing, and graphic design. You will develop greater responsibility, time management, teamwork, and communication skills. Students will also promote the newspaper through social media.
Journalistic Publishing: Yearbook
Grades: 9-12
Credit: 1.0
Graduation requirement: CTE
CTE dual college credit:
Electronic Publishing & Layout Clover Park TC GTC 143 5 credits
Description: This is the class where we make our school’s yearbook! Learn graphic design, photography, production, interviewing, marketing, editing, writing, recruiting, business management, and customer service. You will be given responsibility and expected to work both independently and as part of an effective team.
Marketing I
Grades: 9-12
Credit: 0.5
Graduation requirement: CTE
CTE dual college credit:
Customer Service Application Bates TC MARK 108 5 credits
Description: What are the possibilities in the world of business? What strategies do you need to understand to set yourself apart? Learn marketing functions, strategies, identification, channels of distribution, and the selling process. You will gain real world experience with these concepts,and begin to develop the human resource foundations critical for success by actively working with your peers in the Student Store. Enrich your leadership, networking, and business skills by actively participating in the student leadership organization DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America).
Marketing II
Grades: 9-12
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Marketing I or teacher permission
Graduation requirement: CTE
CTE dual college credit:
Creative Sales Bates TC MARK 124 5 credits
Description: Foster and grow your understanding of the world of business and marketing by learning management, accounting, types of business ownership, the relationship of business and society, and the role of promotion in business. In Marketing II you will expand your learning of human resource foundations critical for success. Enrich your leadership, networking, and business skills by actively participating in the student leadership organization DECA, (Distributive Education Clubs of America).
Marketing III
Grades: 10-12
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Marketing II or teacher permission
Graduation requirement: CTE; fulfills CCFE graduation requirement
CTE dual college credit:
Customer Relationship Management Pierce College MNGT 130 5 credits
Creative Sales & Customer Rel. Mgmt. Pierce College MNGT 182 5 credits
Description: Dive deeper into business opportunities by studying the nature and scope of inventory receiving, control, and physical distribution. How does Amazon get their products to the consumer so quickly? Why do they do it? Understand the purpose and importance of finance and credit in business, as well as the role and effects of E-Commerce. Students will further develop human resource foundations critical for success. Enrich your leadership, networking, and business skills by actively participating in the student leadership organization DECA, (Distributive Education Clubs of America)
Marketing IV
Grades: 10-12
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Marketing III or teacher permission
Graduation requirement: CTE
CTE dual college credit:
Principles of Marketing Pierce College MNGT 130 5 credits
Description: Dive deeper into business opportunities by studying the nature and scope of inventory receiving, control, and physical distribution. How does Amazon get their products to the consumer so quickly? Why do they do it? Understand the purpose and importance of finance and credit in business, as well as the role and effects of E-Commerce. Students will further develop human resource foundations critical for success. Enrich your leadership, networking, and business skills by actively participating in the student leadership organization DECA, (Distributive Education Clubs of America)
Financial Algebra
Grades: 11-12
Credit: 1.0
Prerequisite: Geometry or equivalent
Graduation requirement: CTE and Math Year 3 (dual requirement)
Description: Take control of your financial future with this engaging course covering topics from getting your first job to retirement and everything in between. Students will develop an understanding of wise credit use and learn the value of saving and investing. Topics include budgeting, paying for college, buying a house, getting a credit card and/or car loan, and much more. When included as a part of a student’s post-secondary plan, this course meets the third-year math graduation requirement.
Productivity Tools
Grades: 9-12
Credit: 0.5
Graduation requirement: CTE
Description: Explore computer productivity tools learning both Google Suite and Microsoft Office. Students will learn to access, manipulate, and present information using productivity tools while earning industry certifications.
Worksite Learning
Grades: 11-12
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Taken with or following a CTE course
Graduation requirement: CTE - students earn 0.5 credits for every 180 hours worked, up to 1.0 credit per year
Description: The purpose of Worksite Learning is to foster your skills and knowledge in a career-connected environment. In addition, the opportunity allows you to earn high school credit for working, helping you achieve your education goals. You must be employed in accordance with current labor laws. A training agreement and learning plan with learning objectives signed by the student; work-based learning coordinator, employer, and parent must be in place to be considered for the course. A consistent, weekly recording of hours is critical to your success in the course.