This is a survey course of computer science topics. The target student is one who is not sure about CS but is interested in finding out. The course will cover blogging, network organization, HTML, website publishing, short introductions to programming in Scratch, and in Python, and robotics programming. The course will also include lessons in binary and hexadecimal number systems. There is no prerequisite for this course. After mastering this material, the student will be prepared to take AP Computer Science Principles or Java Programming.

This is an introductory course in programming. Students will learn by writing and executing programs using the Java programming language. This is the language used for the AP CS A course. The course will cover variables, arithmetic operations, conditionals, loops, arrays, methods, and classes. Students will use an API (free software) to write and execute their programs. The course will also cover Discrete Math topics including Binary and Hexadecimal number systems, matrices, graphs, Boolean Algebra, digital logic, and recursive functions. Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors because a solid mastery of Algebra I is a prerequisite. No programming experience is necessary. This course will serve as preparation for the AP Computer Science A course.

Prerequisites: B+ in Algebra II with teacher approval or a B in H Algebra II and completion of Java Programming. Students cultivate their understanding of coding through analyzing, writing, and testing code as they explore concepts like modularity, variables, and control structures. Open to juniors and seniors.Students taking this course are expected to take the College Board’s Advanced Placement exam in May

Prerequisite: Open to all students with an interest in computer science in grades 10-12. Students must have taken and had success in AP Computer Science A or Computing I @ UML.The cost of the course is approximately $630.00 per student. This is a Dual Enrollment course taught at RMHS within the student schedule. The cost of the course is approximately $630.00 per student. Computing II focuses on the implementation and applications of data structures, including arrays, linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, binary trees, binary search trees, heaps, graphs, and hash tables. Recursive approaches are used. Performance analysis is discussed. Attention is paid to programming style, documentation, and testing. Upon successful completion of the course students will earn 2 credits at RMHS and simultaneously 3 credits at the college level through UMass Lowell. *This offering is based on UMLs availability to offer the course at RMHS

Prerequisite: Open to all students with an interest in computer and cyber security in grades 10-12. Students must have also taken AP Computer Science A and Dual Enrollment Computing II and had success.The cost of the course is approximately $630.00 per student. This is a Dual Enrollment course taught at RMHS within the student schedule. The cost of the course is approximately $630.00 per student. This course introduces students to introductory concepts in cybersecurity. The course will cover generic topics such as introduction to networks, security vulnerabilities in networking protocols, the confidentiality, 

integrity and availability (CIA) triad, basic cryptography concepts, key management, cryptographic protocols and practical applications of cryptography. For topics in computer security, this course will cover an overview of operation systems security (particularly Linux), password security, access control mechanisms, patching, vulnerability analysis, intrusion detection, auditing, system hardening, virtualization, and security policies. For topics in Network Security, this course will cover major threats affecting networks such as Denial of Service (DoS), brute-force, malicious packets, etc. There will be a high-level overview on network specific attacks such as replay, reflection and MitM and how modern authentication and communication protocols like SSH and TLS prevent them. For topics in application security, this course will overview major threats affection application such as Buffer Overflows, Race Conditions, XSS, Injection attacks, etc. and techniques to prevent them. Upon successful completion of the course students will earn 2 credits at RMHS and simultaneously 3 credits at the college level through UMass Lowell. *This offering is based on UMLs availability to offer the course at RMHS.

Capstone or Internship (100-hrs) - Capstone takes place during senior year as a semester class (typically semester 2) OR internship with an industry partner term 4 of senior year.

This class is for the beginning piano student. Taking place in our music lab, each student will have access to their own digital piano keyboard. The class will focus on two primary areas, learning to play the piano and learning the technical side and features of operating a digital piano keyboard. On the piano playing side of things, you will learn to play melodies, chords, scales, and basic songs so that you are comfortable with your hands performing on the keys in various capacities and contexts. You will learn the basics of reading traditional sheet music, lead sheets, and chord charts. On the digital instrument side of things, you will learn the basics of operating your digital piano keyboard. We will explore things like: operating a variety of available sounds, doing splits and crossfades, operating independent sample synth layers, use of soft and bright filters, use of unison for richer ensemble sounds, and operation of vibrato controls. 

Prerequisites: Digital Piano 1 or successfully passing an “at or above playing level” playing assessment for instructor. This class picks up where Digital Piano 1 leaves off. Taking place in our music lab, each student will have access to their own digital piano keyboard. The class will focus on two primary areas, further refining basic piano playing skills and continuing to deepen fluency in the technical side and features of operating a digital piano keyboard. On the piano playing side of things, you will learn to play more complex melodies, chords, scales, and songs so that you are increasingly comfortable with your hands performing on the keys in various capacities and contexts. You will continue to deepen your skills in reading traditional sheet 

music, lead sheets, and chord charts. On the digital instrument side of things, you will dive deeper into the operations of your digital piano keyboard. We will explore things like: round robin for natural sounding repetitions, use of mono and legato modes with glide, operation of attack, decay/release and dynamic controls, functionality of polyphony features, incorporation of soft release, and making effective use of bright/dark mode.

If you are interested in learning how music is put together (music theory), how to begin songwriting for yourself (composition), and how to share your music with other potential performers of your music through the use of notation software (music technology), this is the class for you. This class will expose you to the conceptual, written, and aural (heard) aspects of music. Your learning will subsequently be applied to your own musical creations as you begin to learn the art of songwriting. Your songwriting will be preserved and able to be “played back” as you develop in your fluency with operating standard music notation software. Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Fall semester

This course is designed for the student who is new to music technology and has an interest in composing and creating music. The focus of this course is on MIDI basics hands-on exploration, skill development of electronic instruments, notation and sequencing, and using various types of music software. Historical developments in digital media are also covered.

Prerequisite: Open to all students with an interest in audio production in grades 10-12. The cost of the course is approximately $630.00 per student. This is a Dual Enrollment course taught at RMHS within the student schedule. Dual Enrollment Audio Production is an advanced, hands-on course designed for students interested in exploring the art and technical aspects of sound design and sound engineering, offering students 3 college credits through a partnership with the University of Massachusetts-Lowell. Students will gain proficiency in recording equipment, field recording, live sound event recording, and Adobe Audition and Premiere software. The course covers Foley sound effects, sound design for film/TV/theatre, and storytelling through sound. Students will also explore vocal performance techniques for voice-over work and narration. This dual enrollment course offers students a comprehensive foundation in audio production, preparing them for careers in the entertainment, media, and technology industries, and fosters an appreciation for the role of sound in the creative process. Upon successful completion of the course students will earn 2 credits at RMHS and simultaneously 3 credits at the college level through UMass Lowell. *This offering is based on UMLs availability to offer the course at RMHS.

Prerequisite: Open to all students with an interest in social media management in grades 10-12. The cost of the course is approximately $630.00 per student. This is a Dual Enrollment course taught at RMHS within the student schedule. The cost of the course is approximately $630.00 per student. The course is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and strategies for content creation and management on social media. Likewise, students will explore various components of social media use including psychology, ethics, and economics behind various existing formats. The course does not aim to prepare students for specific platforms but focuses on general strategies including social responsibility, storytelling methodologies, content creation and promotion, communication fluidity, data analytics and metrics, and understanding and growing of audiences. Through lectures, presentations, readings, formal exercises, case studies, and discussions the students will develop a solid practice in social media creation and management. Foundational skills in design are desired but not a requirement. Upon successful completion of the course students will earn 2 credits at RMHS and simultaneously 3 credits at the college level through UMass Lowell. *This offering is based on UMLs availability to offer the course at RMHS.

Prerequisite: Open to all students with an interest in media arts production in grades 10-12. The cost of the course is approximately $630.00 per student. This is a Dual Enrollment course taught at RMHS within the student schedule. This is a foundation-level Digital Media production course. The course gives a fast-paced overview of a broad range of topics in contemporary digital media creation. Students should expect to gain foundational level skills and with still image capture, video recording, sound recording, and editing. Students will be introduced to various equipment such as DSLR cameras, audio recorders and will also learn the basics of non-linear editing. A significant portion of the course is dedicated to in-the-field and in-the-studio hands-on experience. Upon completion of the course, students will have experience with a broad range of digital media production tools. No prior experience with the medium is necessary. Upon successful completion of the course students will earn 2 credits at RMHS and simultaneously 3 credits at the college level through UMass Lowell. *This offering is based on UMLs availability to offer the course at RMHS.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Music Production (formerly Introduction to Digital Media), Digital Piano 1 and 2, Technical 

Songwriting I, or permission of instructor. The cost of the course is approximately $630.00 per student. This is a Dual Enrollment course taught at RMHS within the student schedule. Intermediate audio production. Planning and executing recording sessions which involve a variety of musical ensembles under diverse recording conditions; liveperformance /concert recordings; multi-track recording, overdub, and remix procedures; and research in recording techniques. Upon successful completion of the course students will earn 2 credits at RMHS and simultaneously 3 credits at the college level through UMass Lowell. *This offering is based on UMLs availability to offer the course at RMHS.

Capstone or Internship (100-hrs) - Capstone takes place during senior year as a semester class (typically semester 2) OR internship with an industry partner term 4 of senior year.

This one-semester course will introduce you to the prevalent world of graphic design and its application to the commercial world of visual marketing. It will teach you how to generate original ideas to solve numerous design challenges. Using the industry-standard software Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, you will be required to complete professional projects, by means of effective solutions to real-world problems. Projects focus on the principles of design as well as risk-taking and the development of original ideas, and range from website design, posters, and logos to packaging design for brand-new products. Whether interested in web design/development, animation, marketing, or product development, begin cultivating your own visual voice in Graphic Design. You’ll be astonished at how much you will learn in just one semester! RMHS Graphic Design

This course introduces students to the art of animation. Using Adobe Animate and Photoshop, students will learn the basic principles, terminology and techniques needed to bring drawings and stories to life. Frame by frame, as well as digitally assisted methods of animation will be reviewed. Students will improve their drawing abilities on digital drawing tablets, and they will learn skills that prepare them for the final animation project, including character development, scripts, storyboards, walk cycles, and more

This one-semester course will introduce you to the prevalent world of graphic design and its application to the commercial world of visual marketing. It will teach you how to generate original ideas to solve numerous design challenges. Using the industry-standard software Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, you will be required to complete professional projects, by means of effective solutions to real-world problems. Projects focus on the principles of design as well as risk-taking and the development of original ideas, and range from website design, posters, and logos to packaging design for brand-new products. Whether interested in web design/development, animation, marketing, or product development, begin cultivating your own visual voice in Graphic Design. You’ll be astonished at how much you will learn in just one semester! RMHS Graphic Design

Prerequisites: Foundations in Art.This course is a great introduction to hands-on illustration techniques. Projects will combine drawing and painting with image transfer techniques, including cyanotype and jelli printing. Basic photoshop techniques will enable you to transfer imagery to paper, fabric, wood and even clay! We will create artist books, mixed media pieces and single works of art. The rich and playful history of collage will inspire our work as we learn about early collage artists, as well as contemporary approaches to illustration. The objective of this course is to teach students how to use digital media along with illustration methods to develop a body of illustration work. Photoshop will be used to alter photos for use in works of art. Digital media will be used to archive their process and finished work. Spring semester. Drawing/Illustration

Prerequisite: Open to all students with an interest in audio production in grades 10-12. The cost of the course is approximately $630.00 per student. This is a Dual Enrollment course taught at RMHS within the student schedule. Dual Enrollment Audio Production is an advanced, hands-on course designed for students interested in exploring the art and technical aspects of sound design and sound engineering, offering students 3 college credits through a partnership with the University of Massachusetts-Lowell. Students will gain proficiency in recording equipment, field recording, live sound event recording, and Adobe Audition and Premiere software. The course covers Foley sound effects, sound design for film/TV/theatre, and storytelling through sound. Students will also explore vocal performance techniques for voice-over work and narration. This dual enrollment course offers students a comprehensive foundation in audio production, preparing them for careers in the entertainment, media, and technology industries, and fosters an appreciation for the role of sound in the creative process. Upon successful completion of the course students will earn 2 credits at RMHS and simultaneously 3 credits at the college level through UMass Lowell. *This offering is based on UMLs availability to offer the course at RMHS.

Prerequisite: Open to all students with an interest in social media management in grades 10-12. The cost of the course is approximately $630.00 per student. This is a Dual Enrollment course taught at RMHS within the student schedule. The cost of the course is approximately $630.00 per student. The course is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and strategies for content creation and management on social media. Likewise, students will explore various components of social media use including psychology, ethics, and economics behind various existing formats. The course does not aim to prepare students for specific platforms but focuses on general strategies including social responsibility, storytelling methodologies, content creation and promotion, communication fluidity, data analytics and metrics, and understanding and growing of audiences. Through lectures, presentations, readings, formal exercises, case studies, and discussions the students will develop a solid practice in social media creation and management. Foundational skills in design are desired but not a requirement. Upon successful completion of the course students will earn 2 credits at RMHS and simultaneously 3 credits at the college level through UMass Lowell. *This offering is based on UMLs availability to offer the course at RMHS.

Prerequisite: Open to all students with an interest in media arts production in grades 10-12. The cost of the course is approximately $630.00 per student. This is a Dual Enrollment course taught at RMHS within the student schedule. This is a foundation-level Digital Media production course. The course gives a fast-paced overview of a broad range of topics in contemporary digital media creation. Students should expect to gain foundational level skills and with still image capture, video recording, sound recording, and editing. Students will be introduced to various equipment such as DSLR cameras, audio recorders and will also learn the basics of non-linear editing. A significant portion of the course is dedicated to in-the-field and in-the-studio hands-on experience. Upon completion of the course, students will have experience with a broad range of digital media production tools. No prior experience with the medium is necessary. Upon successful completion of the course students will earn 2 credits at RMHS and simultaneously 3 credits at the college level through UMass Lowell. *This offering is based on UMLs availability to offer the course at RMHS.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Music Production (formerly Introduction to Digital Media), Digital Piano 1 and 2, Technical 

Songwriting I, or permission of instructor. The cost of the course is approximately $630.00 per student. This is a Dual Enrollment course taught at RMHS within the student schedule. Intermediate audio production. Planning and executing recording sessions which involve a variety of musical ensembles under diverse recording conditions; liveperformance /concert recordings; multi-track recording, overdub, and remix procedures; and research in recording techniques. Upon successful completion of the course students will earn 2 credits at RMHS and simultaneously 3 credits at the college level through UMass Lowell. *This offering is based on UMLs availability to offer the course at RMHS.

Prerequisites: Two or more high school art classes, including Digital Photography. This is a demanding intro college-level course for experienced, highly-motivated, and dedicated photography students looking to develop a 2-D portfolio and earn college credit. Using an inquiry-based approach, you will create a two-part portfolio consisting of (1) selected works and (2) a sustained investigation. The selected works are five digital images that demonstrate skillful synthesis of materials, processes, and ideas with written responses clearly related to the images. The sustained investigation is comprised of 15 images united by a single guiding inquiry that demonstrates practice, experimentation, and revision. The portfolios are evaluated on written inquiries that guide the sustained investigation (20%) and written and visual evidence of practice, experimentation, and revision (30%). Selected works are evaluated on the synthesis of materials, process, and ideas (30%) that exhibit skillful execution of the medium (20%). Open to juniors and seniors. Students taking this course are expected to complete the AP Portfolio at the conclusion of the course in May. AP Photography 

Capstone or Internship (100-hrs) - Capstone takes place during senior year as a semester class (typically semester 2) OR internship with an industry partner term 4 of senior year.