#1350 ANATOMY-PHYSIOLOGY I (Next offered in 2025-2026)

Requirement(s) needed: Physical Science and Biology

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 11-12

Description: This course is designed for students planning on a career in the medical field or those who are interested in how their own body works. This semester will focus on the following four areas: integumentary system (skin, hair, nails and glands), skeletal system (bones and joints) vision, and hearing. All students will engage in the dissection of bones and eyeballs in order to gain a more thorough understanding of the material.  

This does not need to be taken before Anatomy II or III. 

#1351 ANATOMY-PHYSIOLOGY II (Next offered in 2025-2026)

Requirement(s) needed: Physical Science and Biology

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 11-12

Description: This course is designed for students planning on a career in the medical field or those who are interested in how their own body works. This semester will focus on the following systems: reproductive system, respiratory system, and the digestive system. Students will be required to dissect a cat during the second half of the semester. 

Anatomy/Physiology I is not a prerequisite for this course.

#1352 ANATOMY-PHYSIOLOGY III  (Not offered every year)

Requirement(s) needed: Physical Science and Biology

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 11-12

Description: This course is designed for students planning on a career in the medical field or those who are interested in how their own body works. This semester will focus on the following systems: muscular, cardiovascular and excretory.  Students will also dissect a heart and engage in labs using computer software. 

Anatomy/Physiology I and II are not prerequisites for this course. 

#1354 BRAIN ANATOMY/ PHYSIOLOGY (Not offered every year)

Requirement(s) needed:  Physical Science and Biology

Duration:  1 semester

Credit:  ½ credit 

Open to:  11-12

Description:  The brain is home to your personality, your memories, your hopes and desires and yet -- how much do you really know about it?  This class will take you through the process of brain development, discuss the unique functions of the brain, consider brain illnesses like Parkinson's and schizophrenia, look at differences between male and female brains, examine the effects of drug use and investigate case studies. 

#1360 FORENSIC SCIENCE

Requirement(s) needed: Physical Science and Biology

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 11-12

Description: This course is intended for students interested in the science behind the investigation of crime scenes.  Topics include fingerprinting, trace evidence, forensic anthropology, serology, forensic science careers and crime scene re-creation.  This class has a heavy lab component.

#1365 ECOLOGY

Prerequisites: Biology 

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 11-12

Description: This course is designed for the student who has an interest in the intricacies of ecosystems.  Some of the topics covered in this course are behavioral ecology, human ecology, lake ecology, and population ecology.  Discussions will scope from local to global ecological issues.  Students will also be given an opportunity to use sampling methods designed to estimate population sizes of wildlife including all types of game species. 

 #1307 CITS HEALTH SCIENCE TERMINOLOGY: UMD HLTH 1104 HEALTH SCIENCE TERMINOLOGY

Requirement(s) needed: Physical Science and Biology and for UMD credit, students must have a 3.0 cumulative GPA

Duration: 1 semester

GRHS Credit: ½ credit 

UMD Credit: 3 semester credits

Open to: 11-12 

Description: This course is required in most medical fields.  It has the following 3 focuses: Latin word parts and their application to the medical field, basic anatomy overview of the ten body systems, and understanding of medical conditions and procedures performed in the medical field.  It is a great way to combine the study of human anatomy and physiology with the medical world. 

#0300 CNA Into to Nursing

Requirement(s) needed: College eligible

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 11-12

Description: This course covers the Introductory Theory and Skills of Nursing. The Units include maintaining a safe and clean environment, communicating information, meeting basic human needs, obtaining/measuring Vital Signs, understanding mental health and social service needs, and caring for clients with special needs, equipment or procedures. The course teaches the students to be able to preform these skills in a healthcare facility or home setting. Instruction is provided through lectures (in person and/or web based), videos, assignments, and Instructor demonstration. The students are given practice time in the lab and subsequently must give return demonstrations application of the skills learned by practicing in client care in the skills lab and/or at the clinical site.

#1678 LARGE WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT 

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description:  This class examines the biology, management and hunting of Deer, Elk, Moose, Bear, and Wolves. This class also examines proper hunting ethics, food plot development, scouting, aging, and scoring of trophy deer. Plan your own North America

hunt.

FFA membership is available to students by taking this course

#1679 SMALL WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT 

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: This class examines the biology, management and hunting of upland game birds such as Turkey, Grouse, Pheasant, as well your common fur bearers such as beaver, muskrat, otter, and fisher. You will learn how to hunt, trap, and process MN small game.

FFA membership is available to students by taking this course 

#1625 OUTDOOR RECREATION AND CRAFTS

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: This class introduces students to hobbies commonly used in northern MN such as; canoeing, archery, geocaching, and disk golf as well as learning about our edibles. You will also get a chance to build wreaths, pine centerpieces, rods or do a mount. 

FFA membership is available to students by taking this course

#1685 RECREATIONAL PET MANAGEMENT

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: This class will introduce students to the identification, management and care of Dog, Cats, and other animals commonly used for companionship. This class has its own pet lab in which there is reproduction of cage animals.

FFA membership is available to students by taking this course

#1648 FORESTRY

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: This class introduces students to the identification, management, inventory, and utilization of trees in Minnesota. Students will spend a great deal of time outside identifying over thirty tree species. You will create a hundred year plan for the woodlot of your choice. 

FFA membership is available to students by taking this course

#1617 MINNESOTA FOODS

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: This is a lab based class that GRHS that will be focused on the processing, preserving, storing, and preparing of common foods in Minnesota of both cultivated and wild foods. Some of the foods of focus will include but not be limited to fruits, vegetables, dairy products, meats, and of course wild edibles and game meat. We will be learning about processes such as canning, dehydrating, smoking, baking, frying, boiling, and much more! 

FFA membership is available to students by taking this course

#1680 WIDE WORLD of ANIMALS (Next offered in 2026/2027)

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit 

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: This class examines all the various animals used for recreational purposes all around the world. We will examine how they are used in various cultures across the globe. We will examine how animals in that region impact the quality of life for people there and how we can in turn sustain those animals for generations to come. The class has a zoology flavor for animal enthusiasts. 

FFA membership is available to students by taking this course

#1681 FISHERIES and AQUATIC SYSTEMS

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: This class examines the biology, management and fishing of our Minnesota fish. They also examine our lakes and streams and how to keep them healthy and producing fish. We also cover waterfowl species such as geese and ducks found in MN.

FFA membership is available to students by taking this course

#1647 GREENHOUSE/ LANDSCAPING

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: In this class you will produce house plants, and vegetables to be used in a plant sale that is put on by the class. This class will also draw up a landscape design, install or maintain landscapes, and floral arrangements. This class fulfills a ½ credit of an art required.

FFA membership is available to students by taking this course

#1626 VETERINARY ANIMAL SCIENCE (Not offered every year)

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description:

This advanced level course is designed to challenge students who have interest in basic scientific fundamentals of veterinary animal production, including feeding and nutrition, reproductive physiology, selective breeding, health, management, and marketing of major and minor species as well as practical commercial applications, such as ration formulation, disease prevention, artificial insemination, genetic selection, and crossbreeding systems. Veterinary skills such as first aid, disease identification, vaccination recommendations, and animal recovery will be covered as well. Successful completion in previous science and animal management classes is recommended. 

FFA membership is available to students by taking this course

#1634 GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (Not offered every year)

Prerequisite for: Advanced GIS

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: This class is a computer based class that uses aerial maps and global positioning systems to track fish and wildlife populations and movement. This technology will help analyze hunting land, ponds, and fishing lakes. This class carries ICC credit possibilities. An advanced class is available for those who have already taken GIS.

FFA membership is available to students by taking this course

#1607 ADVANCED GIS

* See Mr. Linder if interested

Requirement needed: Geographic Information Systems

This course is an extension of the GIS course for students interested in expanding their experience. This is an opportunity to enhance your GIS skills in an advanced class.  Potential to earn college credit at ICC.

Advanced GIS MAY be available upon request.

ICC will give credit for the Collegiate Introduction Geographic Information Systems with a “B” or better and/or a test out option is available.

#1682 PERSONAL LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT SKILLS

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: In this class students will learn how to effectively communicate, problem solve, and work together as a team. You will gain experience in developing presentations, resumes and develop your own portfolio to promote yourself.

FFA membership is available to students by taking this course

#TP1650GR WOODLAND STEWARDSHIP

Prerequisite for: Woodland Stewardship Leadership

Duration: 1 semester (2 hours)

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: 10-11-12 – Teacher permission required.

Description: The crown jewel of this department in which you actually go out every day and harvest timber using chainsaws, ASV loader, forwarder, truck, and 14 foot dump trailer. New for next year is the purchase of a 2021 RT75 ASV. This class is by teacher invite only with preference going to students taking a class in this series. 

FFA membership is available to students by taking this course 

#1758 DRAWING 1

Prerequisite for: Drawing 2

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description:  This course will emphasize drawing strategies and techniques which encourage working in a naturalistic manner.  Line, shape, form, value and scale will be utilized for full development of the picture plane.  We will work through major subjects including:  still life, portraiture/figure drawing, landscape, and interiors.

Media explored in this course:  Pencils, chalk pastels, oil pastels, charcoals, conte, colored pencils, ink marker, India ink, various paper. 

#1759 DRAWING 2

Requirement needed: Drawing 1

Duration: 1 semester 

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 10-11-12

Description:  This course is designed to build upon 2D art experiences.  Emphasis will be placed on the development of original imagery.  This course will expose young artists to the rigors of studio production based on a combination of teacher designed projects and student driven ideas.  Students will be required to keep a sketchbook of ideas, concepts, strategies and research.

Media explored in this course: Pencils, chalk pastels, oil pastels, charcoals, conte, colored pencils, ink marker, India ink, various paper, and drawing surfaces. 

#1764 PAINTING 1

Prerequisite for: Painting 2

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: Painting 1 is a class designed to introduce the fundamentals of painting. This course will emphasize color, composition and respect for the mediums and craftsmanship.  We will explore color theory along with the various painting styles throughout history. 

Media explored in this course:  Tempera and Acrylic paint.

#1766 PAINTING 2

Requirement needed: Painting 1

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to:  10-11-12

Description:  This course is designed to build upon previous painting experiences.  Emphasis will be placed on the development of original imagery.  This course will expose young artists to the rigors of studio production based on a combination of teacher designed projects and student driven ideas.  Students will be required to keep a sketchbook of ideas, concepts, strategies and research.

Media explored in this course: Acrylic and oil paint. 

#1501 KEYBOARDING & BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to:  9-10-11-12

Description: This is an entry course to the Business Career Pathway in which students will learn the necessities that they will use throughout their lifetime, both personally and on the job. This course will focus on developing skills in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation. It will help students prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist exams in Word and Excel. Students will develop production pieces such as emails, social media profiles and posts, announcements, research reports, resumes, and business letters. Students will create worksheets with formulas and functions, and graphical charts. Employability skills are integrated into activities, tasks, and projects throughout the course standards to demonstrate the skills required by business and industry. 

#1824 PC TECHNOLOGY (Not offered in 2024-2025)

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: Have you ever wondered about how computers work or like fixing them? In PC Technology you will explore the world of IT and learn about hardware and software.  Through hands-on activities and virtual labs, you will learn how to assemble a computer, install operating systems and troubleshoot problems. You will also have an introduction to security and networking basics.

#1570 PERSONAL LAW

Prerequisites: None

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: 1/2 credit

Open to: 10-11-12

Description: Are you interested in learning about our laws and legal system?  Perhaps you are interested in a law-related career such as becoming an attorney or going into law enforcement. In this class, you will learn about relevant issues about criminal law, civil law, contract and family law. Students will also learn about court and trial procedures while conducting a mock trial.  Local attorneys and law enforcement speakers enhance and deepen learning and a field trip to Itasca and St. Louis County Courthouses are taken to help deepen the knowledge of our court systems.

#1515 EXPLORING THE WORLD OF BUSINESS

Duration:  1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to:  9-10-11-12

Description: This course is learning the basics of the business world and will include exciting field trips to businesses in the Northland.  Students will obtain knowledge about being an informed consumer, understanding the work world, and will be taught about 21st Century ethics and social responsibilities.  This exploratory class is the introductory course for our business pathway.

#1629 GRAPHIC DESIGN USING ADOBE INDESIGN®

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: Learn the exciting world of graphic design while learning how to use one of the most used graphic designing software - Adobe InDesign. Through the projects you will complete; you will learn the parts of common design layouts and patterns, the relationship of the parts of a design, and how to create designs that are eye-catching.  The world of marketing and business is promoted through this work.  We will be collaborating with a local - nationally known marketing firm in town to give you professional-grade insights and ideas. Students can use this as a 1/2 credit towards the ARTS requirement.

#1554 MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: This class is a project-based class that is fun and hands-on.  Students will learn and expand their knowledge of various multimedia mediums and will create and manage different digital media.  Flash, Photoshop, Audacity, iMovie, Garage Band, and more will be used to create projects such as Podcasts, Vlogs, Movie Trailers, Public Service Announcements, Animation, Manipulated Photos, and much more.

Students can use this as a 1/2 credit towards the ARTS requirement.

#1552 WEBSITE DESIGN

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: Learn how to code using HTML! HTML is the coding language for creating web documents. In this class you’ll learn the basics of HTML that will lead you right into being able to use Adobe Dreamweaver.  You’ll have fun learning how to add color, graphics, hyperlinks, backgrounds, spry bars, and much more to make your web sites really stand out. Students can use this as a ½ credit towards the ARTS credit requirement. 

#1506 PYTHON CODING AND APP

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 10-11-12

Description: Technology at its core is meant to help people and make lives better.  The world will continue to evolve around knowledge of computers, coding, app development, and computer science.  In this hands-on and collaborative project-based introductory course you will get a solid foundation in app development, coding, and computer science.  Students will be coding a series of small apps. Students can use this as a 1/2 credit towards the ARTS requirement. 

#1800 TEAM SPORTS

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: The curriculum focuses on cooperation and participation through physical activity. Each student will enhance their skill level as well as their understanding of sportsmanship, fair play and the need to work with others of varying abilities. These components are essential to earning your credit. Appropriate workout attire, including tennis shoes, is mandatory. Activities may include, but are not limited to:  basketball, bowling, floor hockey, football, soccer, softball, speed-ball and volleyball. 

#1801 INTENSE TEAM SPORTS

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: Looking for some competition? Here is your chance. If you enjoy rigorous (but safe) games of basketball, floor hockey, ultimate Frisbee, and touch football, this is the right place for you. You will enhance your physical fitness level as well as your knowledge of the activities. This class is centered on sportsmanship and fair play while working as a team. Wanting to stay active and play hard is a requirement for those of you thinking of joining this class. Are you ready for this? 

#1819 DODGEBALL

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: Remember all the games of dodgeball you have played in the past? Well here is your opportunity to play a variety of dodgeball games for one semester. We will be using a safe gator skin ball to ensure safety while we play.  Dodgeball offers the benefits of cardiovascular activity, hand-eye coordination, balance and agility to name a few. All ability levels are welcome. Team-work, cooperation, fair play, and sportsmanship are a necessity.

#1813 PICKLEBALL/RACQUET SPORTS

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: Pickleball anyone? This is it; your opportunity to learn more about and play all the pickleball you wanted to in our other classes, but did not have the time for. Here you will learn about other activities that use a racquet to play, such as badminton, but most of your time will be spent playing pickleball!  Are your skills ready to match those of our talented fitness department members? If you are just learning or are a self-proclaimed professional, we will make you better in all areas of the game. 

#1835 BACKYARD VOLLEYBALL

Duration:  1 semester

Credit:  ½ credit

Open to:  9-10-11-12

Description:  Do you want to play Volleyball?  If your answer is yes then this is where you will want to earn part of your physical education credit.  A variety of volleyball games, including games of 3 on 3, will be played along with lots of regulation volleyball.  If you have a positive attitude and want to spend a semester bumping, setting, and spiking your way to fitness, we will see your name on the backyard volleyball roster for next fall or spring. 

#1817 BODY SHAPING 1

Prerequisite for: Body Shaping 2, Fitness for Life 3

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 10-11-12 

Description: This course is designed to teach the components of total physical fitness so that you can design your own workout. You will enhance your knowledge of fitness, safety, techniques of training, and the applications of the benefits of fitness in improving lifetime activity and athletic performance.  We will explore various training programs and new fitness trends, and incorporate these into your own daily workout plan.  If you’re an athlete, you can start or continue a strength or conditioning program implemented by one of our GRHS sport coaches.  Students can choose between weight training, cardio training (exercise bikes and treadmills), stretching and exercises, aerobics, suspension training, and more.

#1820 BODY SHAPING 2 

Requirement(s) needed: Body Shaping 1, Fitness for Life 1 or Early Bird Fitness 1

Prerequisite for: Fitness for Life 3

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 10-11-12

Description: If you did not get buff enough in Body Shaping 1, and still want more, this is the class for you. Body Shaping 2 will take you to the next level in weight training. You will continue to strengthen and tone your muscles as you learned in Body Shaping 1. The basics you have learned in the first class, will be essential as you design your own self-made workout.  You have started to make a change within your body, now let’s keep moving forward and push yourself to be the best you can be.

#1807 FITNESS FOR LIFE 1

Prerequisite for: Fitness for Life 2

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: If you like going to a fitness center or weight room, this is the class for you. You will gain knowledge in fitness, safety, techniques of training, and the benefits of lifetime fitness and athletic performance. You will quickly design your own daily workouts and choose between weight training, cardio training (exercise bikes and treadmills). Stretching and exercises, aerobics, suspension training, resistance training, sport specific skill training like stickhandling (hockey), dribbling (basketball), and much more.  We explore various new trends in fitness to keep you up to date.  If you are an athlete here at GRHS, this is the perfect class to do your team workouts, whether set by your coach, our GRHS strength and conditioning coach, or a program designed by you and I.

#1803 EARLY BIRD FITNESS 1

Prerequisite for: Fitness for Life 2, Early Bird Fitness 2, Fitness for Life 3

Duration: 1 semester (7:00 a.m.-7:50 a.m.)

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 10-11-12

Description: If you like going to a fitness center or weight room, this is the class for you. You will gain knowledge in fitness, safety, techniques of training, and the benefits of lifetime fitness and athletic performance. You will quickly design your own daily workouts and choose between weight training, cardio training (exercise bikes and treadmills). Stretching and exercises, aerobics, suspension training, resistance training, sport specific skill training like stickhandling (hockey), dribbling (basketball), and much more.  We explore various new trends in fitness to keep you up to date.  If you are an athlete here at GRHS, this is the perfect class to do your team workouts, whether set by your coach, our GRHS strength and conditioning coach, or a program designed by you and I. 

#1808 FITNESS FOR LIFE 2

Requirement(s) needed: Fitness for Life 1, Body Shaping 1 or Early Bird Fitness 1

Prerequisite for: Fitness for Life 3

Duration: 1 semester 

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: This course is designed for the serious student who would like to take his or her fitness to a higher level. Students will work toward a higher level of fitness and will design and implement a health enhancing fitness plan for themselves. 

#1806 EARLY BIRD FITNESS 2

Requirement(s) needed: Fitness for Life 1, Body Shaping 1 or Early Bird Fitness 1

Prerequisite for: Fitness for Life 3

Duration: 1 semester (7:00-7:50 a.m.)

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 10-11-12

Description: This course is designed for the serious student who would like to take his or her fitness to a higher level.  Students will work toward a higher level of fitness and will design and implement their own fitness plans.  Athletes can also continue to follow their workout plans scheduled by a GRHS sport coach. 

#1811 FITNESS FOR LIFE 3

Requirement(s) needed: Completion of Fitness for Life 1 & 2, Body Shaping 1 & 2 or Early Bird Fitness 1 & 2.  (Seniors do not need a prerequisite)

Duration: 1 semester 

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 10-11-12

Description: This course is designed for the serious fitness fanatic who wishes to take their personnel conditioning to the highest level. Cardiovascular and strength training techniques will be implemented into your daily routines. Student oriented programs will drive each individual towards achieving their personal bests in all areas of fitness. 

#1776 MARCHING BAND

Requirement(s) needed: Participation in 8th Grade Band or permission from instructor to start in the program.

Duration: Students must be a member of a band for a Full Year (first and second semester) to receive credit. Credit: 1 credit

Open To: 9-10-11-12

This course is for anyone participating in the Marching Band.  For course details, please see an instructor.  This course does include outside of the school day rehearsals and performances.

ALL MUSIC COURSES MEET THE ARTS ELECTIVE CREDIT REQUIREMENT

Students must be a member of choir or a band for a FULL YEAR to receive credit.

All students, grades 9-12, using school equipment will be assessed an instrument use fee of $100.00.

#1779 VARSITY/NON-MARCHING BAND

Requirement(s) needed: Participation in 8th Grade Band or permission from instructor to start in the program. 

Duration: Students must be a member of a band for a Full Year (first and second semester) to receive credit. Credit: ½ credit  

Open to: 9-10-11-12 

Description: The band will consist of instrumental music students in grades 9-12 who do not participate in the fall Marching Band season.  Students will perform 2-3 concerts per year.  This group focuses on a high caliber of music from many different time periods and styles. Normal concert and pep band requirements do apply to this course.

ALL MUSIC COURSES MEET THE ARTS ELECTIVE CREDIT REQUIREMENT

Students must be a member of choir or a band for a FULL YEAR to receive credit.

All students, grades 9-12, using school equipment will be assessed an instrument use fee of $100.00.

#1796 COLOR GUARD

Requirement(s) needed: Participation in 8th Grade Band or permission from instructor to start in the program.

Duration: 1 quarter

Credit: ¼ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: This course is for Color Guard students who do not play a band instrument.  These students will participate in the marching band program until the end of first quarter.  At that time they will be transferred to a study hall.  Must be in Color Guard for 2 consecutive years to receive 1/2 credit.

ALL MUSIC COURSES MEET THE ARTS ELECTIVE CREDIT REQUIREMENT

Students must be a member of choir or a band for a FULL YEAR to receive credit.

All students, grades 9-12, using school equipment will be assessed an instrument use fee of $100.00.

#1794 CLASSICAL GUITAR 

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description:  Class Guitar is a performance class, focusing on the learning and playing of beginning note reading, chord reading and musical theory.  You will learn as individuals as well as be assigned ensembles to perform with.  We will focus on a variety of musical styles from classical to rock and roll.  Students are expected to be in class on time and ready to play the guitars daily.  Students will use school owned guitars during the semester in the classroom.  These guitars will not be able to go home with you so I encourage you to have a guitar outside of the school to practice at home.  1-2 concerts in the semester will be a required component of the class. 

#2783 CONCERT BAND 

Requirement(s) needed: Selection to this group is determined by an audition as well as the director’s and band’s needs.

Duration: Students must be a member of a band for a Full Year to receive credit.

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 10-11-12

Description:  The Concert Band is a select group of musicians with a very high demand of musicality and technical skill placed on the members. The Concert Band performs at State/Region Large Group contest and at least 2 concerts per year.

ALL MUSIC COURSES MEET THE ARTS ELECTIVE CREDIT REQUIREMENT

Students must be a member of choir or a band for a FULL YEAR to receive credit.

All students, grades 9-12, using school equipment will be assessed an instrument use fee of $100.00.

#2784 SYMPHONY BAND 

Requirement(s) needed: Selection to this group is determined by an audition as well as the director’s and band’s needs.

Duration: Students must be a member of a band for a Full Year (first and second semester) to receive credit.

Credit: ½ credit 

Open to: 10-11-12

Description: The Symphony Band is a select group of musicians with a very high demand of musicality and technical skill placed on the members. The Symphony Band performs at State/ Region Large Group contests and at least one concert this semester.

ALL MUSIC COURSES MEET THE ARTS ELECTIVE CREDIT REQUIREMENT

Students must be a member of choir or a band for a FULL YEAR to receive credit.

All students, grades 9-12, using school equipment will be assessed an instrument use fee of $100.00.

#1784 & #2786 JAZZ ENSEMBLE ONE

Requirement(s) needed: Must be a member of Symphonic Band or Concert Band. 

Duration: Students must be a member of a band for a Full Year (first and second semester) to receive credit. Credit: 1 credit

Open To: 10-11-12

Description: Jazz Band Lab meets as a class every day. The music performed will be highly creative in nature and demands technical skill. The students will also spend time studying music theory, jazz history and work on skills related to Jazz Performance.

ALL MUSIC COURSES MEET THE ARTS ELECTIVE CREDIT REQUIREMENT

Students must be a member of choir or a band for a FULL YEAR to receive credit.

All students, grades 9-12, using school equipment will be assessed an instrument use fee of $100.00.

#1797 & #2797 CITS Intro to Music

Requirement(s) needed: Must be a member of Band or Choir 

Duration: 1 year

GRHS Credit: ½ credit per semester

UMD Credit: 3 semester credits

Open to: 11-12

Description: This course will focus on music theory, musical performance and musical composition.  Students will be required to analyze, perform and compose in various settings, music genres and must be a member of another performing ensemble at GRHS such as Band or Choir. 

ALL MUSIC COURSES MEET THE ARTS ELECTIVE CREDIT REQUIREMENT

Students must be a member of choir or a band for a FULL YEAR to receive credit.

All students, grades 9-12, using school equipment will be assessed an instrument use fee of $100.00.

#1798 & #2798 TREBLE CHOIR

Requirement(s) needed: Open to all treble singers

Duration: Students must be a member of a choir for a Full Year (first and second semester) to receive credit

Credit: 1 credit 

Open to: 9 & all treble singers

Description: Treble Choir is a performing ensemble for any ninth grade treble voice (soprano/alto) interested in singing. Rehearsals occur daily and focus on the fundamentals of singing, and achieving full control of the voice. Many different types of music are explored from popular to classical choral literature. The group performs at least four concerts per year.

ALL MUSIC COURSES MEET THE ARTS ELECTIVE CREDIT REQUIREMENT

Students must be a member of choir or a band for a FULL YEAR to receive credit. 

#1777 & #2777 TENOR-BASS CHOIR

Requirement(s) needed: Open to all tenor-bass singers

Duration: Students must be a member of a choir for a Full Year (first and second semester) to receive credit.

Credit: 1 credit 

Open to: 9 & all tenor-bass singers

Description: Tenor Choir is a performing ensemble for any ninth grade tenor-bass interested in singing. Rehearsals occur daily and focus on the fundamentals of singing, and achieving full control of the voice. Many different types of music are explored from popular to classical choral literature. The group performs at least four concerts per year.

ALL MUSIC COURSES MEET THE ARTS ELECTIVE CREDIT REQUIREMENT

Students must be a member of choir or a band for a FULL YEAR to receive credit.

#1786 & #2788 A CAPPELLA CHOIR

Requirement(s) needed: Acceptance by audition

Duration: Students must be a member of choir for a Full Year (first and second semester) to receive credit

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: 10-11-12

Description: A Cappella Choir members are chosen according to vocal ability and voicing needs by audition. This is a select group that performs difficult choral literature, mostly A- Cappella. The choir performs at least three main concerts a year, tours annually, and fulfills community obligations and special events. 

ALL MUSIC COURSES MEET THE ARTS ELECTIVE CREDIT REQUIREMENT

Students must be a member of choir or a band for a FULL YEAR to receive credit. 

#1788 & #2790 JAZZ CHOIR

Requirement(s) needed: Member of A Cappella Choir by audition

Duration: Students must be a member of choir for a Full Year (first and second semester) to receive credit

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: 10-11-12

Description: Jazz Choir is a select group of singers from Concert Choir and A Cappella Choir. This choir performs vocal jazz literature and madrigals. At least four main concerts a year are given, and many community appearances are performed.

ALL MUSIC COURSES MEET THE ARTS ELECTIVE CREDIT REQUIREMENT

Students must be a member of choir or a band for a FULL YEAR to receive credit. 

#1622 DESIGN & PRINT 1

Prerequisite for: Design & Print 2

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: 1/2 credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: Students will learn how to create distinctive, vector artwork using Adobe Illustrator, AND how to screen print their designs onto t-shirts!  This course will start out with learning about the basics and several tools in the software, an exploration of typography followed by the printing of single and two color screen prints.  This is a “hands on” class with a mixture of computer and lab assignments for those who don’t mind getting their hands dirty!  Students receive ½ art credit with this course. 

#1623 DESIGN & PRINT 2 (May not be offered every year, plan accordingly)

Requirement(s) needed: Design & Print 1

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: If you enjoyed Design & Print 1, you will want to continue on with this course!  We will continue to explore vector graphics, vinyl cutting, laser engraving/cutting of various materials, and heat press techniques, the basics of design and layout, and package design using Adobe Illustrator. Students receive ½ art credit with this course.  

#1645 GAME: IT 1

Prerequisite for: Game: IT 2

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description:  Aside from playing games and having fun, this course will introduce you to technical skills related to software development, computer programming and graphic design, utilizing creative, innovative and critical thinking skills.  Students will learn to use engineering, physics and mathematical concepts critical to game development through building 4 games using Construct 3, and explore post-secondary education and career options in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math.  

#1646 GAME: IT 2 (May not be offered every year, plan accordingly)

Requirement(s) needed:  Game:  IT 1

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description:  If you found out that you enjoyed using Construct 3 to develop and create games, Game: IT 2 is the next course in game design and development that engages you in a real life game development company. Students will build 3 guided games that build on some of the functionality required in their own unique team game. Then, students act as a game development company to craft a game following the process of actual game development. Teams are required to form an idea, come up with a marketing plan, outline various roles, develop a proposal, provide weekly status reports and much more.  

#1630 & #2630 ADOBE ® PHOTOSHOP

Duration: 1 year 

Credit: ½ credit per semester

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description:  Discover the most famous digital photo editing software – Adobe Photoshop!  Students will create cool projects while learning to manipulate images, retouch photographs, design gradients & backdrops, as well as how to make selections and more.  

#1604 WOODWORKING

Prerequisite for: Advanced Woodworking

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: Do you like working with wood? Do you want to make projects which you can select? This course will introduce the students to careers and power & hand tools operations used in the Woodworking Trades. Machine operation and safety will be emphasized and basic cabinets such as desks and nightstands can be constructed.  Wood turning techniques will also be included.  Fees: Cost of materials beyond the required. 

#1613 ADVANCED WOODWORKING

Requirement(s) needed: Woodworking or Teacher approval

Duration: 1 semester 

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description:  Advanced Woodworking is a course to further expand students' understanding of woodworking.  This course will introduce students to cabinet making techniques.  Students will learn advanced uses of materials, machines, CNC machining and other processes.  Machine operation and safety will be emphasized with the highest priority in class.  This class is designed to accommodate a larger student project that requires attention to detail. 

#1614 BASIC MACHINING/METALS

Prerequisite for: Manufacturing Career Internship

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 10-11-12

Description: This course is designed to introduce the student to the Machine Trades and careers related to the Metalworking Industry.  The student will be exposed to Machining (i.e. lathes, mill, and grinders), Foundry, Forging, Heat Treating, Metallurgy, Sheet Metal, Blueprint Reading, and Precision Measurement.  This is primarily a hands-on class and no experience is necessary.  

#1605 AUTO MECHANICS

Requirement(s) needed: Small Engines or Introduction to the Automobile (Welding and Basic Electricity are also recommended)

Duration: 1 semester (2 hour block class)

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: 11-12 (10th with Driver’s License)

Description: Auto Mechanics expands a student's knowledge learned in Introduction To The Automobile. This course is more lab based with more advanced electrical and mechanical concepts. Students will learn more about diagnostics, advanced scan tool strategies, alignment, suspensions, drivelines, cylinder head repairs, and some engine rebuilding. This is an excellent course for students who enjoy this as a hobby or future career. Introduction To The Automobile is the prerequisite to this course. 

#1606 ADVANCED AUTO MECHANICS

Requirement(s) needed:  Auto Mechanics and Small Engines or Intro to Auto/Intro to Auto for Beginners

Duration:  1 semester (2 hour block class)

Credit:  1 credit

Open to:  11-12

Description:  Students in the Advanced Auto Mechanics course will be challenged to explore other areas of automotive mechanics.  General areas of study include but are not excluded to: engine rebuilding, advanced computer diagnostics, front and rear suspension service, automotive drive trains and performance. 

#2604 AUTO BODY

Duration: 1 semester (2 hour block class)

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: 11-12

Description:  If you have wondered how those paint jobs you see on TV or at car shows are done, then this class is the beginning step to entering the world of automotive refinishing.  In this class we will study the basic principles of metal straightening, plastic filler repair, block sanding and priming, single stage paints, base coat clear coat paints, paint matching, basic custom painting techniques, airbrushing techniques, and plastic repair/refinishing.  Completion of this course will give you the basic skills needed to pursue a career in the Auto body world or enjoy a rewarding hobby.  After completion of the required course work there will be time for Instructor approved Auto body projects. Students receive 1 art credit with this course. 

#1644 BASIC ELECTRICITY

Prerequisite for: Auto Mechanics (recommended)

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit

Open to: 10-11-12

Description: This is the starting place for any student interested in electricity or electronics. Electricians, computer technicians, engineers, auto mechanics and many other career fields need an education in electronics. This is a hands-on course that covers the basics of electricity as well as residential wiring. Students will build two different electronics projects. 

#1674 WELDING

Prerequisite for: Welding/Fabrication (Advanced Welding), Manufacturing Career Internship

Duration: 1 semester (2 hour block class)

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: 10-11-12

Description: This covers basic techniques used in the welding industry: oxyacetylene welding and cutting, shielded metal, gas metal, gas tungsten arc welding, and plasma arc cutting.  Students will spend considerable time in lab developing these skills while being exposed to basic shop practices and career exploration. Welding is a prerequisite for Welding/Fabrication.