Credit: 0.5 (semester) - Elective: AC, BCS, HS - Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite Recommendation: None

The course is designed to provide students with analytic skills and an opportunity to use skills learned in various subject areas within a practical community setting.  Students will be engaged in significant, genuine service learning activities in the school environment to learn through reflection about the experience of serving others.  In addition to volunteer activities, subjects covered within the course will include knowing yourself, leadership, team building (including teamwork and collaboration), goals, planning, decision making, problem solving, breaking down stereotypes, and careers in service. 

Credit: 0.5 (semester) - Elective: AC, BCS, HS - Grade Level(s): 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite Recommendation: None

This course will further expand upon the topics and volunteer opportunities and connections gained in the first level of the course.  This class will focus more on the student having opportunities to assume responsibilities for planning meaningful activities for not only the class, but for the LSS class as well.  There will be an emphasis on leadership, communication, accountability, and self-reflection.  Students will work closely with the LSS classroom and Special Olympics, but may have the opportunity for service elsewhere in the community. 

Credit: 0.5 (semester) - Requirement: All Pathways - Grade Level(s): 10, 11

Prerequisite Recommendation: None

Students will begin the process of analyzing all of the elements of their personality, abilities, aptitudes, etc. and connecting them with possible careers.  While in the class, students will also address topics such as plan for success, influences on career choices, goals setting, career preparation options, as well as planning for the next step.  Additionally, students will work with a wide variety of online resources to help them with personalized future career and college planning information. Successful completion of this course satisfies the Career Education graduation requirement. 

Credit: Dual Enrollment (semester) - Requirement: All Pathways - Grade Level(s): 10 (Open to 11 and 12)

Prerequisite Recommendation: Minimum 85.000 GPA

This course engages you in transitioning to an appropriate major through active exploration of occupational and educational opportunities. By participating in experiential activities, you will practice critical thinking, improve your self-knowledge, and construct conceptual frameworks during the process of selecting a major. You will formally assess your personal characteristics, research possible major choices, and examine associated programs of study.

Credit NCAA: 0.5 (semester) - Requirement: All Pathways - Grade Level(s): 12

Prerequisite Recommendation: None

This course will focus on the fundamental principles upon which our capitalist system is based.  Economic concepts dealing with supply and demand, the global economic structure, and common economic problems will be examined.  In addition, the role of the consumer will be studied with emphasis on budget construction, credit and insurance.  Students will compare the different types of businesses and determine the advantages and disadvantages of each.  The stock market and other investments will be covered along with calculating taxes, completing tax forms, and learning the banking system. Students will be responsible for meeting the requirements outlined in “Project Independence.” Successful completion of this course satisfies the Economics/Personal Finance graduation requirement. 

Credit NCAA: 1.0 (year long) - Weight: 0.15 -  Elective: BCS/HS - Grade Level(s): 12

Prerequisite Recommendation: None

Emphasis of this course will be placed on test preparation for the AP Macroeconomics and AP Microeconomics exams.  The Macro portion of this course explores the principles of economics that apply to an economic system as a whole. The Micro portion of this course will study the principles of economics that apply to the behavior of individuals within an economic system.  Students will use graphs, charts, and data to analyze, describe, and explain economic concepts.  Students will practice higher-level problem-solving and explore topics such as basic economic concepts, nature and functions of product markets, factor markets, market failure and the role of government, measurements of economic performance, national income and price determination, financial sector, stabilization policies, and the open economy. Students will be provided an opportunity to take practice exams to measure individual readiness for the exam.  Successful completion of this course satisfies the Economics/Personal Finance graduation requirement. 

Credit: 0.5 (semester) - Elective: BCS - Grade Level(s): 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite Recommendation: None

Anyone who has plans of majoring in Business in college should make sure they take Introduction to Accounting.  In college if you are majoring in Accounting, Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or any other business-related field, you will be required to take Accounting classes.  It is to your advantage to learn Accounting in high school where the pace is slower, and you will learn the fundamentals first.  You will learn journals, ledgers, reports, and other important basic knowledge that will help you be successful in a future business career.  A practice set, projects and computer experience will simulate work commonly found in Accounting.  If you are planning on going out into the workforce directly from high school, Accounting will be a great benefit to you.  Students will also find personal applications for their own record keeping. 

Credit: 0.5 (semester) - Elective: BCS - Grade Level(s): 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite Recommendation: Algebra II

How can you turn $10 into a million dollars? Would you rather have $1000 today or $1100 a year from now? Is Google a "good" company to invest in? These questions, and many others, are answered through the study of finance. This introductory course examines financial markets and investment analysis from a consumer perspective. Topics covered may include: present discounted value, stock markets, bond valuations, mutual funds, futures, options, derivatives, real estate, and portfolio construction. The final project will involve students creating an investment strategy for a client.    

Credit: 0.5 (semester) - Elective: AC, BCS, HS - Grade Level(s): 11, 12

Prerequisite Recommendation: None

Students will examine many aspects of Marketing and learn how marketing is a vital component in the success of any business venture.  Topics covered include: promotion, advertising media, print advertisements, visual merchandising and display, publicity and public relations, marketing research, and careers in marketing.  Additionally, the students will do a weekly case study in all aspects of marketing and will take on community marketing projects as they become available.  Past projects have included marketing for the spring musical, Americhoice, and fundraising for the LSS classroom. 

Credit: 0.5 (semester) - Elective: BCS, HS - Grade Level(s): 11, 12

Prerequisite Recommendation: None

Students can apply this course either on a personal or on a business level to enhance other business courses.  This one-semester course provides for topics in consumer law, as they apply to employment, property, wills and trusts, and sole proprietorships.  Students debate current legal issues, study cases, and participate in a mock trial.

Credit: 0.5 (semester) - Elective: BCS - Grade Level(s): 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite Recommendation: None

Entrepreneurship is an elective class that walks students through the process of starting a business and gives them information about current business trends. To start the class, we discuss the characteristics that make a good entrepreneur and practice communication and math skills needed to be successful.  Students will explore the various avenues for acquiring a business and generating their own ideas. Lastly, students develop a business plan for a business of their choice. Topics include the importance of a business plan, what goes into a business plan, financing and marketing your business, hiring employees and meeting market needs.  Everything from creating a floor plan to advertising is included in the business plan.  Students will also participate in a business simulation program where they control all aspects of running a company. 

Students must complete at least 0.5 credits of Computer Science before graduation.

Credit: 0.5 (semester) - Elective: All Pathways - Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite Recommendation: None

The concepts taught in this course will cover the Microsoft Office Suite, a widely used software package across all careers.  Students will become familiar with using basic techniques within the following Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.  Also, students will learn how to effectively search the Internet and learn safety tips to apply to their daily life.  Students will also practice their keyboarding skills to become experts at the computer.  All the new concepts and techniques will be introduced and practiced with hands on examples and projects.  After the completion of this course, students will have the ability to apply concepts learned within their professional careers. Also, they will have computer skills to add to their resumes which mostly all professions are requiring. Successful completion of this course satisfies the Computer Elective graduation requirement. 

Credit: 0.5 (semester) - Elective: AC, BCS - Grade Level(s): 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite Recommendation: Microsoft Office I

The concepts taught in this course will expand the students’ existing knowledge, from Microsoft Office I, of the Microsoft Office Suite.  Students will become familiar using advanced skills such as using the mail-merge wizard, generating templates, using presentation action buttons, creating a self-running presentation containing animation, and working with financial functions, within the Microsoft Office suite.  Students will acquaint themselves with the proper procedures to create and enhance documents, presentations, and worksheets suitable for coursework, professional purposes, and personal use.  This course offers an exercise-oriented approach that allows students to learn by doing. After the completion of this course, students will have the ability to apply concepts learned within their professional careers. Also, they will have computer skills to add to their resumes which mostly all professions are requiring. 

Credit: 0.5 (semester) - Elective: AC, BCS - Grade Level(s): 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite Recommendation: Microsoft Office III

The concepts taught in this course will expand beyond the advanced Microsoft Office skills taught within the Microsoft Office II course. Students will become familiar with using post-advanced skills such as creating a blog post, using Microsoft Graph, working with master documents, creating a template for an online form, adding digital signatures, using Macros, using slide masters, and creating a photo album, within the Microsoft Office Suite. Similar to Computer Applications II, students will acquaint themselves with the proper procedures to create and enhance documents, presentations, and worksheets suitable for coursework, professional purposes, and personal use.  This course offers an exercise-oriented approach that allows students to learn by doing. After the completion of the course, students will have the ability to apply concepts learned within their professional careers. Also, they will have computer skills to add to their resumes which mostly all professions are requiring. 

Credit: 0.5 (semester) - Elective: AC, BCS - Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite Recommendation: None

The concepts taught in this course will help develop a student’s understanding of commonly used desktop publishing applications, especially Canva and Adobe InDesign, to create attractive business-related publications. The concepts studied are important because today’s businesses use many different applications to create their own publications, which help in business promotion. Students will take part in a real-world simulation to help establish a new and upcoming business designing publications such as brochures, newsletters, T-shirt designs, flyers, tickets, business cards, posters, and more. Prior to performing the simulation, proper designing principles and concepts will be discussed and practiced. Well-designed publications start with learning the process behind producing wellorganized, understandable, and best of all creative designs. Successful completion of this course will ensure that students can utilize software applications effectively, thus giving them the opportunity to enhance their professional resumes. Also, students will be provided with designing practices and strategies that eventually can be implemented into individual or business-related needs. Successful completion of this course satisfies the Computer Elective graduation requirement.

Credit: 0.5 (semester) - Elective: AC, BCS - Grade Level(s): 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite Recommendation: None

The concepts taught within this course will review basic Internet knowledge along with web page development. HTML5, XHTML, CSS, and Adobe Dreamweaver will be taught to students in order to understand how web pages are created. The students will be creating from scratch their own web pages using coding concepts discussed throughout the course. Overall, the students will be gaining a real-life view of what the web designing profession entails. After the completion of this course, students will have several technological experiences to add to their professional resumes. Successful completion of this course satisfies the Computer Elective graduation requirement.

Credit: 0.5 (semester) - Elective: AC, BCS - Grade Level(s): 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite Recommendation: Web Page Design I

This is a continuation of the Web Page Design and Development course. The same coding languages, HTML5, XHTML, CSS3, and the software program, Adobe Dreamweaver, will be used to create web pages and web sites. However, more advanced coding techniques and web page elements will be taught. Also, the addition of using multimedia content within a web site will be discussed. Overall, the students will be gaining a real-life view of what the web designing profession entails. After the completion of this course, students will have additional technological skills to add to their resumes.

Credit: 1.0 (full year) - Elective: BCS, EIT - Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite Recommendation: Completion of Algebra I or concurrent enrollment in Algebra I Part A, Algebra I Part B, or Algebra I Academic

In this introductory course, students will use visual, block-based programming and seamlessly transition to textbased programming with languages such as Python and Java Script to create apps and develop websites, and learn how to make computers work together to put their design into practice. Students will apply computational thinking practices, build their vocabulary, and collaborate just as computing professionals do to create products that address topics and problems important to them. Successful completion of this course satisfies the Computer Elective graduation requirement. 

Credit: 0.5 (semester) - Elective: AC, BCS - Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite Recommendation: None

Audio/Visual Production courses provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for television, online and streaming video, film, podcast, and/or radio production. Writing scripts, camera operation, use of graphics and other visuals, lighting, audio techniques, editing, production principles, and career opportunities are typical topics covered within production courses. Students will be introduced to the art and discipline of video production, including basic non-linear video editing, story structure, shooting, audio design, script writing, lighting, mobile journalism techniques, film as art, soundtrack, and more. Students will work in teams on broadcasting and filmmaking projects that will be viewed by real audiences. Due to the demands of video editing, time outside of normal class hours may be required.  Successful completion of this course satisfies the Computer Elective graduation requirement. 

Credit: 0.5 (semester) - Elective: AC, BCS - Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite Recommendation: Audio/Visual Production I

Students who completed Video Production I will form their own student film companies with the purpose of applying their video production skills to assist with the student news program, creating special features, and creating short films and/or documentaries. Students will rotate through the various roles of broadcasting, with an emphasis on experiential learning through the production of the student news program. Students should expect to spend some time outside of class planning and completing projects. 

Credit: 0.5 (semester) - Elective: AC, BCS - Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, and 12

Prerequisite Recommendation: Audio / Visual Production I

Be a part of the EPTV Live morning announcements team as you learn the basics of broadcasting and live streaming. In this class, you will learn industry best practices through a completely hands-on learning experience as you manage and produce a live broadcast every day. Fill a role on the team as an anchor, a livestream technician, a graphics artist, a script writer, a teleprompter operator, a video editor, and more. Take your skills outside of the classroom and be a part of livestreaming EP Panthers sporting events. Learn what it takes to work as a team, troubleshoot problems, and engage your creativity as you put your mark on EP Media productions.