10th Grade Academies

CAREER ACADEMIES AT HOOVER HIGH SCHOOL

Aerospace Leadership and Flight- HHS

Aerospace Leadership and Flight Academy

NOTE: There is absolutely no military commitment involved with taking AFJROTC, and the

Instructors are not recruiters. The mission of AFJROTC is to “develop citizens of character.” The objectives of AFJROTC are to educate and train high school cadets in citizenship, promote community service, instill responsibility, character, and self-discipline, and provide instruction in air and space fundamentals. The program at Hoover High School is designed to be a 4-year program. AFJROTC cadets MUST adhere to organization’s standards for dress code, fitting standards, and personal grooming standards which include, but are not limited to: haircuts, no extreme hairstyles, no unnatural hair or nail colors, and clean shave in accordance with Air Force Instruction 36-2903, Dress and Personal Appearance. Students are required to wear the clothing the organization provides, such as the unit’s polo shirt or any of the military-issued clothing options, one day each week for the entire school day, and the physical training clothing one day each week during their AFJROTC class, once the clothing items have been issued to the student.

Curriculum: JROTC curriculum consists of Aerospace Science (40%), Leadership Education (40%), and Health and Wellness Studies (20%). Students who successfully complete the classes are granted credit toward graduation. Aerospace Science acquaints students with the elements of aerospace and the aerospace environment. It introduces them to the principles of aircraft flight and navigation, the history of aviation, development of air power, contemporary aviation, human requirements of flight, cultural and global awareness, geography, the space environment, space programs, space technology, rocketry, propulsion, the aerospace industry, and survival. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math is curriculum-based subject areas designed for students to better understand science and math related curriculum, improve critical thinking skills, and to help cadets be competitive in the emerging technological workplace. AFJROTC has established partnerships with organizations such Air Force Association (AFA), Civil Air Patrol (CAP), National Association Rocketry (NAR), and Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) to include STEM opportunities with AS curriculum. Leadership Education is the portion of the AFJROTC curriculum that develops leadership skills and acquaints students with the practical application of life skills. The leadership education curriculum emphasizes discipline, responsibility, leadership, followership, citizenship, customs and courtesies, cadet corps activities, study habits, time management, communication skills, career opportunities, life skills, financial literacy, management skills, and drill and ceremonies. The Wellness/Physical Fitness portion incorporates the Cadet Health and Wellness Program (CHWP). The CHWP is an exercise program focused upon individual baseline improvements with the goal of motivating JROTC cadets to lead active, healthy lifestyles beyond program requirements and into their adult lives. Hoover AFJROTC uses a “blended” class concept which allows 9th-12th graders to be in the class together and allows more students to be able to enroll. Blended classes offer the opportunity to consolidate curriculum instruction such as teaching all cadets the same curriculum each year. Blended classes in which first-year cadets are enrolled must contain portions of the LE 100 curriculum such as chapter one, to teach the fundamentals of the AFJROTC program. Students would have all four classes over the student’s 4-year career with JROTC. This effort began with the 2024-2025 academic year, and students were enrolled in JROTC I. For 2025-2026, the course option will be JROTC II.

Co-curricular and Extra-curricular Activities: To reinforce the curriculum, cadets are encouraged to participate in activities outside the classroom called Leadership Development Requirements (LDRs). Common activities include Archery, Unmanned Aircraft Systems, CyberPatriot, Rocketry, Academic Bowl, Drill Team, and Color Guard teams. However, the list of activities varies by unit and school. Through these LDRs, cadets continue to refine their leadership skills and followership skills while bringing credit to their self, unit, school, and community.

Scholarships and Benefits: There are multiple scholarships and benefits available through association with AFJROTC. One option is the Flight Academy Scholarship Program. Through this program, AFJROTC cadets are competitively selected to attend a summer aviation program at an accredited university, earning their Private Pilot’s License while receiving college credit. Cadets who choose to continue their education may receive special consideration for Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) scholarships. Many of these scholarships will pay for two, three, or four years of tuition, books, and fees at numerous universities and colleges and allow cadets to pursue studies in various technical and non-technical majors.

Cadets have the opportunity to earn multiple credentials for successful completion of JROTC. The AFJROTC program confers a Certificate of Training, based on two years of JROTC, and a Certificate of Completion, based on three or more years of JROTC. Cadets electing to enter the military immediately after graduating from high school are eligible to enlist in the Services (Active Duty, Guard, and Reserve Components) at one to two pay grades higher than other enlistees, earned via the previously mentioned credentials. Students completing three years in AFJROTC are eligible to enter the Air Force two pay grades higher than other enlistees and are automatically enrolled into the Community College of the Air Force, to receive college credit toward an associate college degree. The State of Alabama offers a Career and Technical Education (CTE) credential based on meeting certain standards and requirements. The new option is a National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) JROTC CTE credential for "Leadership and Employability Skills."

Completion of the second year AFROTC will earn 1.0 credits for Career Preparedness.

AFJROTC I: A JOURNEY INTO AVIATION HISTORY

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Prerequisite: None
This is the recommended first course for all new cadets. It is an aviation history course focusing on the development of flight throughout the centuries. It starts with ancient civilizations, then progresses through time to modern day. Throughout the course, there are readings, videos, hands-on activities, and in-text and student workbook exercises to guide in the reinforcement of the materials. Its accompanying course is Leadership I (LE-100). The LE-100 course introduces cadets to the AFJROTC program providing a basis for progression through the rest of the AFJROTC program while instilling elements of good citizenship, character, individual self-control, proper attitude, and respect and leadership principles. Wellness is the third component of the program teaching the importance of a lifelong approach to physical fitness, proper nutrition, and mental well-being. AFJROTC I class can count as the Beginning Kinesiology PE credit or a CTE credit.

AFJROTC II: THE SCIENCE OF FLIGHT

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Prerequisite: JROTC I
The second year is a science course designed to either acquaint the student with global cultures or to expand upon the aerospace environment, the human requirements of flight, principles of aircraft flight, and the principles of navigation. The culture course studies focuses upon the World’s History, Geography and varying cultures divided into global regions and societies. The alternative aerospace environment course begins with a discussion of the atmosphere and weather then moves to a discussion of the key principles of flight and airmanship. Its accompanying course is Leadership II (LE-200). The LE-200 leadership course introduces cadets to communication, awareness, and leadership interactions, stressing communication skills and cadet corps activities. Wellness is the third component of the program teaching the importance of a lifelong approach to physical fitness, proper nutrition, and mental well-being.

Fall semester: The Science of Flight (Units 1 & 4)The Science of Flight: The second/third year Aerospace Science course is designed to acquaint the student with the aerospace environment, the human requirements of flight, principles of aircraft flight, and principles of navigation. Unit 1 (Principles of Aircraft flight) includes sections studying the principles of flight, purpose & function of aircraft parts, aircraft motion and control, and flight power. In Unit 4 (Principles of Navigation) students learn basic navigation, including navigational elements & aids, flight instrumentation, and navigation technology.

Spring semester: Cultural Studies-An Introduction to Global Awareness (Chapters 1, 2, 4)This is a customized course about the world’s cultures, specifically designed for USAF JROTC programs. It introduces students to the world’s cultures through the study of world affairs, regional studies, and cultural awareness. The course delves into history, geography, religions, languages, culture, political systems, economics, social issues, environmental concerns, and human rights. It looks at major events and significant figures that have shaped each region. Chapter one covers the Middle East, chapter two covers Asia, and chapter 4 covers Russia and the former Soviet Republics.

Leadership Education: Communication, Awareness, and Leadership: This course stresses communications skills and cadet corps activities. Information is provided on communicating effectively, understanding groups and teams, preparing for leadership, solving conflicts and problems, and personal development. Written reports and speeches complement the academic materials. Corps activities include holding positions of greater responsibility in the planning and execution of corps projects. Weekly uniform inspections and unit drill are also incorporated into the leadership curriculum, and a drill evaluation is included as part of both the fall and spring final examination process

Aerospace Science (Fall Spring semester): The Science of Flight (Units 2 & 3)

The second/third year Aerospace Science course is designed to acquaint the student with the aerospace environment, the human requirements of flight, principles of aircraft flight, and principles of navigation. Unit 2 covers the atmosphere, aviation weather/forecasting/effects of weather on aircraft. Unit 3, Flight and the human body is a survey course on human physiology, including human physiology & air flight and protective equipment & aircrew training.

Business and Entrepreneurship- HHS

Business and Entrepreneurship Academy

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Business and Entrepreneurship Academy (or “Business Academy”) offers students the choice of two exciting pathways for learning business: Finance or Marketing. Each Business Academy Business Communications student will determine his/her pathway by the spring semester of freshman year. Visit the HvrBiz website for more information.

BUSINESS ACADEMY: BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS

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Grade Level: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

Business Communication is an exciting introductory course for first-year Business Academy students that focuses on how professionals communicate in real-world settings. Students learn how professionals in all fields (not just business) work to achieve organizational goals. Students develop strong oral, written, and digital communication skills while exploring key topics such as business ethics, teamwork, leadership, and conflict resolution. Through hands-on, project-based learning, students use industry-standard word processing and presentation software to create professional documents and multimedia presentations. Enrollment in the course also makes students eligible to join the award-winning Hoover DECA chapter (optional), providing opportunities for leadership development, competition, and valuable college and career preparation.

AP BUSINESS WITH PERSONAL FINANCE

Grade Level: 10-12

Prerequisite: None

Advanced Placement Business with Personal Finance is an exciting, college-level yearlong course open to any student who wants to gain real-world knowledge of how businesses operate and how to manage money wisely. This course combines core business principles -- entrepreneurship, marketing, management, and finance -- with essential personal financial literacy, giving students the tools to make confident decisions about careers, money, and everyday life. Students engage in project-based learning and case studies that reflect authentic business challenges and explore topics such as budgeting, saving, investing, accounting, and business strategy.

This course is ideal for students who want to build practical skills in communication, decision-making, collaboration, and leadership that are valued in college and the workplace. Through hands-on projects like the Business Canvas Project and financial planning activities, students practice entrepreneurial thinking and financial analysis as they prepare for future success.

As a bonus, enrollment in AP Business with Personal Finance makes you eligible to join the award-winning Hoover DECA chapter (optional), where you can develop leadership, compete in business events, and expand your professional network.

BUSINESS ACADEMY: MARKETING PRINCIPLES

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Grade Level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Career Prep/Business Communication

Dive into the dynamic world of marketing where creativity meets strategy! Marketing Principles is an engaging, hands-on course that shows students how ideas become brands and how businesses connect with consumers in today’s fast-paced world. Students explore how products are created, priced, promoted, and delivered while uncovering what motivates customers to buy. From eye-catching advertising and social media marketing to branding, entrepreneurship, and global business trends, this course brings real-world marketing to life. Through interactive projects, team challenges, and real business scenarios, students build creativity, communication, and problem-solving skills that prepare them for careers in marketing, business, and beyond. Whether students dream of running their own business, managing a brand, or influencing consumer trends, this course puts them at the center of the action! Taking Marketing Principles makes you eligible to join our award-winning DECA chapter (optional) -- an association of emerging leaders and entrepreneurs -- where you can develop leadership, compete in business events, and expand your professional network.

BUSINESS ACADEMY: ACCOUNTING 1

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Grade Level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Career Prep/Business Communication

Why Accounting?

Did you know that accounting is consistently a highly sought-after profession, and that accounting graduates tend to make more than their peers upon graduation? That’s because accounting is the “language of business.” Companies need accountants to analyze their financials so they can make smart decisions (as an added bonus, accounting also helps individuals make smart decisions with their personal finances). Former students who took accounting at Hoover High School have expressed how their high school accounting experience made their college coursework much more understandable. Why not take a class that gives you a jumpstart AND a solid foundation? Business Academy: Accounting 1 students will also prepare for their 120 hours required internship. Lessons in soft skills, interviewing, preparing a resume, dressing for success and creating an online portfolio will also be integrated in this class. Business Academy 3 Accounting students will also prepare to take the Microsoft Office Specialist exam for Excel or Excel Expert.

Engineering- HHS

Engineering Academy

Hoover EA Website | Instagram: @hooverhighengineering | Program Video

The Engineering Academy (EA) courses are advanced elective courses designed to prepare students to study engineering and other STEM fields in college. These courses do not count as a math or science credit and cannot be applied toward the four math or science credits necessary for graduation. The program offers two options for Career Preparedness graduation requirement:

Students who enroll in EA1 Foundations course take three consecutive EA courses, by taking EA1 courses in either 9th or 10th grade.
Students (in any grade) pass CAD (CSWA) certification while being enrolled in the EA1 course.

EA 1 (all grade levels)

Engineering Academy 1: Foundations of Engineering and Technology

EA 2 (10th, 11th, or 12th grade)

Engineering Academy 2: Applications of Engineering and Technology

EA 3 (11th or 12th grade)

Engineering Academy 3: Basic Programming for Engineers

EA 4 (12th grade)

Engineering Academy 4: Capstone of Engineering and Technology

Career credentials are possible in the Engineering Academy:

CAD certification (CSWA)*

(* Career Ready Indicator)

ENGINEERING ACADEMY 1 : FOUNDATIONS OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

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Grade Levels: 9, 10, 11, 12

Pre/Corequisite: Rising 9th grade students must have successfully completed Advanced 7th and Advanced 8th Math OR Students must agree to take Geometry and Algebra 1 concurrently in 9th grade. No pre/Corequisite applies to students in grades 10, 11, and 12.

The Foundations course introduces students to the real work of engineers: solving user-focused problems, iterating designs, and bringing ideas to life. Students spend half of the year learning industry-standard CAD to model parts and create assemblies, skills that translate directly into careers and higher-level STEM courses. Students can attempt the SolidWorks CSWA certification, an industry credential that meets a College and Career Readiness Indicator (CCRI), a graduation requirement.

Students lead hands-on projects that teach the complete Engineering Design Process: research, ideation, prototyping, and testing.

Project Examples:

Design your own LEGO piece in CAD and print it with a 3D printer.
Create, build and race a sail car powered by wind.
Bring to life (through coding) a Smart Toy Pet capable of interactive behavior.
Design and build a solar energy system.

Reasons to take the course:

You are a rising 9th grader interested in exploring a STEM career direction.
You are a rising 10th, 11th, or 12th grader who has not taken an engineering class and wants to learn CAD, earn a CSWA certificate (a CRI option!), is considering engineering for college, or craves to try something new.
If you want to include Engineering Academy classes as one of your CCRIs (three consecutive CTE classes in the same focus area), you can take this class as a 9th or 10th grader.

ENGINEERING ACADEMY 2 – APPLICATIONS OF ENGINEERING & TECH

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Grade Levels: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Algebra I or Advanced 7th and Advanced 8th Math

Corequisite: Chemistry and Algebra II or Precalculus

Recommendation: It is strongly recommended that students have maintained an average grade of at least 75 in the Engineering Academy 1 course.

This course offers an investigative perspective on the engineering profession and the fundamental skills used across the field. This course is the most essential component of the engineering program for any student serious about exploring engineering as a career, as it provides a comprehensive understanding of the specific work engineers perform across the most common disciplines. Students will increase their understanding of STEM principles by applying the engineering design process to research and hands-on design projects.

The curriculum covers several key areas:

Civil and Materials Engineering: Students perform vector analysis of forces in Excel and utilize SolidWorks for 3D modeling to design, build, and test truss structures.
Electrical Engineering: Coursework includes the study of circuits, digital processing, digital imaging, and the analysis and design of circuits.
Mechanical Engineering: Students investigate the principles of energy transfer through the modeling of projectile motion and fluid mechanics.

Emphasis is placed on effective communication; students will learn to effectively communicate the results of their work through technical writing and public speaking. Collaborative projects are utilized to expand leadership, teamwork, and critical thinking skills. This class is open to all 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students; completing the EA1 course is not required.

Family and Consumer Sciences- HHS

Family and Consumer Sciences Academy

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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES- Foundation Course for All Family and Consumer Sciences pathways

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Grade Level: 9-12

A one-credit course that provides students with core knowledge and skills in the areas of marriage and family, parenting and caregiving, consumer sciences, apparel, housing, food and nutrition, and technology. A school-based laboratory is required for this course. This course does not satisfy the Career Prep Requirement.

SPORTS NUTRITION

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Grade Level : 10-12

Prerequisite: Family and Consumer Sciences

Sports Nutrition is designed for students interested in health, fitness and sports performance. We will examine the relationship between nutrition, physical performance and overall wellness, and engage in career related exploration. We will study the metabolic process and students will develop personal fitness and nutrition plans. There will be nutritional food lab experiences that focus on enhancing endurance and strength needed during athletic activities.

Interior Design Pathway

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES- Foundation Course for All Family and Consumer Sciences pathways

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Grade Level: 9-12

ARCHITECTURE & INTERIOR DESIGN 1

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Grade Level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Family and Consumer Sciences

If you like color, fabric and decorating; this class is for you! You will create several Design Boards including floor plans and furniture layouts with floor and paint samples.

Fashion Pathway

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES- Foundation Course for All Family and Consumer Sciences pathways

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Grade Level: 9-12

FASHION FUNDAMENTALS

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Grade Level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Family and Consumer Sciences

Do you enjoy planning outfits from clothing and shoes to accessories and hairstyles? If so, Fashion is the course for you! Fashion students will plan clothing designs that meet the needs of various body types by analyzing current trends and implementing the elements and principles of design. Students will also construct various sewing projects that highlight individual style and creativity. This course is for beginner sewers-No experience, no problem!

International Foods Pathway

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES- Foundation Course for All Family and Consumer Sciences pathways

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Grade Level: 9-12

CULTURAL FOODS

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Grade Level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Family and Consumer Sciences

This one-credit course is designed to introduce students to the foods and cultures of Africa, Asia, Central and South America, Europe, and the Southern Pacific. Course content provides opportunities for students to explore the impact of geography, climate, culture, religion, and socioeconomic factors on food, intending to improve global competency and cultural appreciation through diverse cuisines.

Fine Arts Academy-HHS

The Hoover High School Fine Arts Academy exists to provide a pathway for young artists to develop their talents in music, theatre, dance and/or visual art. By implementing a rigorous and comprehensive curriculum, real life experiences and collaborative learning, the FAA prepares students for further study at the collegiate level or a career in the arts.

To complete the Fine Arts Academy at Hoover High School students must:

Fill out the online application and be accepted via email
Choose a concentration (Band, Choir, Theatre, Dance or Visual Art)
Complete six (6) Fine Arts courses, not including Fine Arts Academy Career Prep
- At least 4 of those 6 credits must be in your chosen concentration

FINE ARTS ACADEMY 1: CAREER PREPAREDNESS

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Prerequisite: Students must apply and be admitted into the Fine Arts Academy to register for this course.

The Fine Arts Academy Career Preparedness course focuses on academic planning, career development, financial literacy and technology from the Fine Arts(visual and performing) perspective. Students will investigate and explore a broad spectrum of careers in the arts. In addition, students will gain skills in leadership, collaboration, administration and planning. This class satisfies the requirement for Career Preparedness.

Law Academy- HHS

Law Academy is a four-year academy designed for students who have an interest in the legal profession. Emphasis is placed on the development of critical thinking skills that serves students well whether or not they pursue a legal career. Law Academy courses focus student attention on career studies pertaining to the practice of law, the courts system, philosophy and ethics, and constitutional law. Law Academy students have the opportunity to participate in interscholastic competitions both at the state and national levels.

YEAR 1

Law Academy I: Introduction to Law

YEAR 2

Law Academy II: Philosophy and Ethics

YEAR 3

Law Academy III: Constitutional Law

YEAR 4

Law Academy IV: Practical Law

LAW ACADEMY 1: INTRODUCTION TO LAW

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Grade Level: 9

This entry level course is designed to introduce students to the legal system of the United States and explore careers in the legal profession. This class satisfies the requirement for Career Preparedness.

LAW ACADEMY II: PHILOSOPHY AND ETHIC

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Grade Level: 10

Prerequisite: Law Academy I or permission of the Program Director

This course is designed to introduce students to different schools of philosophical thought and the resulting ethical dilemmas. Students are encouraged to develop their own set of personal philosophical and ethical standards. There will be considerable reading and discussion of classical philosophical works and study and application of ethical principles.

LAW ACADEMY III: CONSTITUTIONAL LAW

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Grade Level: 11

Prerequisite: Law Academy II or permission of the Program Director

This course is designed to explore the meaning and application of constitutional principles. Students will more deeply explore the legal system and its operations. There will be considerable reading and discussion of Supreme Court decisions.

LAW ACADEMY IV: PRACTICAL LAW

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Grade Level: 12

Prerequisite: Law Academy III or the permission of the Program Director

This course focuses on the day to day practice of law and the application of critical thinking skills developed through both in-class and competitive interscholastic experiences. Students will participate in Mock Trial and Moot Court competitions to further develop analytical, public speaking, responsive/reactive thinking, preparation, practice and performance skills.

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