Prerequisite/Course Fee:
AP Testing Fee - TBD
This one-year course is designed with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles examination. This college-level curriculum emphasizes essential ideas of computer science with a focus on how computing can impact the world. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. This course may count towards the College and Career Ready Flex Credit requirements for the Standard Diploma. It is required that students will take the AP exam in May. See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship.
AP Expectations for this course
Weekly Reading: 15-20 pages
Weekly Study Time: 120-240 minutes
Tests/Essays: 1-2 per month
Projects: 2-3 per week
Summer Work: None
This one-year course is designed to provide the student with a survey of contemporary technological and career choices as related to musical fields. This course utilizes various music technology software including Music Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) notation, sequencing, and music production software. Students examine the fundamentals of live sound including transducers, mixing boards, and mastering with production software along with basic music theory. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities/CTE credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.
Prerequisite/Course Fee:
C or better in Music Technology I
This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed Music Technology I and wish to further develop their understanding of Music Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) technology as it relates to music composition. This course engages students with a survey of the contemporary composition, performance, and career choices as related to technological fields. A variety of lab experiences, utilizing and developing technical and compositional skills using MIDI technology, including midi notation and sequencer software. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities/CTE credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.
This one-year course is designed to focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) concepts which include engineering and robotic technologies as influenced by manufacturing and society. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation.
Prerequisite/Course Fee:
C or better in STEM Robotics I
This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Robotics I. Areas of emphasis include engineering and robotic technologies as influenced by manufacturing and society. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation, and may be repeated.
Prerequisite/Course Fee:
Instructor Approval
This introductory year-long course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of video production. Areas of emphasis include elements of video production technology, script writing, video recording and editing, and publication of news and entertainment through video. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the Arts/Humanities/CTE credits required for high school graduation.
Prerequisite/Course Fee:
C or better in Video Production I and
Instructor Approval
This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed Video Production I. Students increase skill with the elements of video production technology. Emphasis is on script writing, video recording and editing, and publication of news and entertainment through video. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation.
Prerequisite/Course Fee:
C or better in Video Production II and
Instructor Approval
This one-year course is designed to allow students who have completed Video Production II to advance their knowledge and skills in media production. Areas of emphasis include the development of various media and video productions for a variety of audiences. Project-based learning, collaboration, and project management are essential elements of this course. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation.