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Plumbing Exploratory
RHS offers an Exploratory Course in Plumbing and Pipefitting through a partnership with the Northeast Metropolitan Vocational Technical School in Wakefield. We will offer RHS Juniors and Seniors the opportunity to take a 2.0 credit course, taught by a teacher from the Voke @ RHS, that will engage you in learning these plumbing competencies. As the program grows, we will offer opportunities for internships and other work-based learning experiences.
Economics 1 semester 1 credit
Microeconomics focuses on the supply and demand for products, the labor markets, and the role competition plays in a free-market system, consumer decisions, opportunity costs, and many household decisions. This course is ideal for the student who has an eye toward a future in business. The student will be provided with the knowledge of basic fundamental accounting principles and practices of proprietorships, corporations, and partnerships. Students will participate in a stock market competition in order to fully understand the world of finance and its role in the economy. Open to juniors and seniors. Covers the financial literacy requirement. Macroeconomics focuses on the economy as a whole, including economic measures, economic growth, fiscal policy, monetary policy, and international economics. This course is ideal for the student who has an eye toward a future in business. The student will be provided with the knowledge of basic fundamental accounting principles and practices of proprietorships, corporations, and partnerships. Students will participate in a stock market competition in order to fully understand the world of finance and its role in the economy. Open to juniors and seniors. Covers the financial literacy requirement.
Accounting B0508QC 1 quarter .5 credit
This is an accelerated and fast-paced course for juniors or seniors who have no accounting background. This course is strongly recommended for students who plan on taking accounting in college or plans to enter the business field. The focus of this course will center on the accounting cycle for a service and a merchandising business. The course will cover the three types of businesses: Proprietorship, Partnership and Corporation. Students will also be introduced to computerized accounting. Peachtree Accounting will be used as the accounting software. Peachtree is the most widely used accounting package in business today. Open to juniors and seniors. Covers the financial literacy requirement.
Business Law B0505QC 1 quarter .5 credit
In this course open to juniors or seniors, students will be introduced to a variety of topics in national and international business law including contracts, consumer protection rights, and legal procedures in both civil and criminal courts. To provide background for classroom discussions, students will read current articles from financial publications such as the Wall Street Journal, The Economist, and The New York Times. The case studies will constitute much of the class’s study, and students will also participate in a mock trial involving a current business law case to learn firsthand the various roles and issues in this branch of our legal system. Open to 11th/12th. Covers the financial lit req.
Intro to Business B0536QC 1 quarter .5 credit
This course is open to juniors. Students will examine such business topics as distribution of wealth, competition in a global market, ethics, entrepreneurship, leadership, management, marketing, advertising, and financial responsibility. Students will be staying abreast of all domestic and global business issues through readings of such periodicals as the Wall Street Journal, Business Week and Investor’s Business Daily, as well as relevant websites. Open to juniors and seniors. Covers the financial literacy requirement.
Introduction to Marketing B0537QC 1 quarter .5 credit
This course for juniors is an overview of the important role that marketing plays in our daily lives and in the economic system. Topics to be covered include planning, target markets, marketing strategies, understanding customers, distribution and promotion. The course work will allow students to create a marketing plan for a product or idea they would like to implement. Upon completion of the course, students will have a basic understanding of marketing principles. Open to juniors and seniors. Covers the financial literacy requirement.
Intro to Digital Literacy & Computer Science B0527FC 1 quarter .5 credit
This required freshman year course will address the skills students need to organize and engage with their high school curriculum as well as progress to higher-level technology applications in the future. Students will create a website, code multimedia applications, discuss cyberbullying, learn effective online search skills, implement Google Drive applications, evaluate digital resources, study digital citizenship, and practice citing sources.
Computer Programming B0519FC 2 quarters 1 credit
This course will explore the coding, logic, and rationale used to enable operating systems and application programs to run in the operating system environment. Students will learn the basic techniques in software programming such as algorithms, data structures, and recursion through the use of Java. Java is the programming language of choice in the technology industry. This course is equivalent to the beginner level software programming Computer Science requirement offered at most CP 1s and universities. Only juniors and seniors may take this course.
Web and Mobile App Design B0600FC 2 quarters 1 credit
This course is First a Computer Science course that offers invaluable experiences for any student that wants to pursue Computer Science beyond High School. . . In this class, you will Develop your coding skills with new coding languages (HTML, CSS, Javascript -React Native). You will use the tools that the pros use (such as Github and VSCode) and you will develop important programming skills (such as how to use the Command Line) . . . Please note: this course may also appeal to students that are not necessarily interested in Computer Science but have “Math Smarts” and like the idea of designing web-pages and apps for a phone.
Engineering B0521FC 2 quarters 1 credit
Survey of Engineering is an exciting course during which students will learn about various aspects of engineering including Robotics and Architectural Design. Students will use Lego-Dacta kits to build a robotic arm and program numerous vehicles. During the Architectural Design section, students will use a professional-level CAD program to develop floor plans, elevations, sectional views and material lists to design a 3-D model of a house. This course is well suited for any student who wishes to know more about real-world technology applications. It is particularly helpful to those students who are considering future course work or a career in engineering or technology.
Video Production and Media Literacy B0503FC 2 quarters 1 credit
Media is a powerful tool that influences our understanding of the world and the way the world functions. It affects how we perceive others and ourselves. Media culture permeates the fabric of our daily lives. This course will ask students to critically examine and analyze media that they find in the world around them. Through in-class screenings, interactive media projects, and discussions, this course will help students make sense of their media environments, as well as develop a critical approach to understanding and creating media. Students will use Adobe Premiere and Adobe after Effects to edit videos.
Architecture B0501FC 2 quarters 1 credit
Buildings are all around us and serve diverse purposes. Whether residences, places of business, medical centers, educational facilities, or recreation and leisure structures, each day we interact with many pieces of architectural design. What many of us don’t realize, however, is the extent to which mathematics is used in determining both the aesthetics and structurally sound nature of these buildings. The goal of this course is for students to explore how the principles of mathematics are closely related to the principles of design. Students will examine material failure, sustainability, energy use, and mathematically-themed design, eventually culminating in a scale-drawing project including plan, section, elevation, and perspective drawings.
Computer Science Essentials B0355FC 2 quarters 1 credit
This course will introduce students to the concepts and habits of mind students will need to study computer science. Students in this course will learn about key ideas related to computers and computing, as well as, the basics of algorithmic problem-solving, web design, programming, data analysis, and robotics. This course will be a good introduction of many topics which could lead to further exploration in this area. While this course is not a prerequisite for AP Computer Science, it will provide students with a background in this area.
Cybersecurity 2 quarters 1 credit
This elective gives students a broad exposure to the many aspects of digital and information security, while encouraging socially responsible choices and ethical behavior. It inspires algorithmic thinking, computational thinking, and especially, “outside-the-box” thinking. Students explore the many educational and career paths available to cybersecurity experts, as well as other careers that comprise the field of information security.
AP Computer Science A B0609FC 4 quarters 2.4 credits
This course is an introductory college-level course in computer science. A large part of this course is built around the development of computer programs that correctly solve a given problem. The programs that students write will be understandable, adaptable, and when appropriate, reusable. Further, students will learn to code fluently using the programming language Java. Also, during this course students will develop an understanding of the ethical and social implications of computer use.
AP Computer Science Principles B0610FC 4 quarters 2.4 credits S
The AP Computer Science Principles course provides an introduction to the basic principles of computer science (CS) from the perspective of mobile computing, including programming in App Inventor, a graphical programming language for Android mobile devices. The lessons and materials used by students incorporate programming while also integrating all other AP CSP big ideas: creativity, abstraction, data and information, algorithms, the internet and global impact. The curriculum engages students and supports the development of problem solving skills honing in on the computational thinking practices as indicated in the AP CSP curriculum framework. Students learn to create socially useful computational artifacts using App Inventor as well as connect computing and learn about abstracting as they develop and analyze their programs. The curriculum also emphasizes communication and collaboration in a project-based approach and classroom environment.
RHS INTERNSHIP B0538FC 1 quarters .5 credit
REQURED TO FILL OUT INTERNSHIP APPLICATION. Students will NOT be able to choose this course when requesting in the PowerSchool Portal. It will be added prior to the next school year.The Revere High School Internship program provides opportunities for eligible students to learn and develop on-the-job skills related to their intended careers. Students enter a partnership with a business and/or organization for an on-site, educational experience related to their career interest. Students will be scheduled for the equivalent of one 80 minute block per day, five days a week for a quarter (.5) and/or semester (1) and earn RHS College Prep credit. RHS quarter and semester attendance policy applies. Interns are expected to communicate with ELO coordinator and site coordinator should they be absent from school/internship. Non-traditional internships but may not have space in their schedule during the traditional school day should work with the External Learning Opportunities (ELO) Coordinator in order to arrange the non-traditional internship. Non-traditional internships may run before/after school hours or on weekends and will be equivalent to the quarter/semester hours. Non-traditional interns will be required to complete the same expectations (see below) as traditional school day interns. Student’s program eligibility is dependent upon academic history, required, and/or conflicting coursework, disciplinary history, Assistant Principal recommendation, attendance record, internship site availability, statement of interest, completed resume worksheet, and needs of the internship host site. Students are responsible for transportation to and from the internship site. Course expectations include: prompt daily attendance, communication with ELO coordinator and internship site coordinator, meet bi-weekly with ELO coordinator to discuss internship expectations, and final project.
DUAL ENROLLMENT
REQURED: MUST COMPLETE OUT DE APPLICATION Students will NOT be able to choose this course when requesting in the PowerSchool Portal. It will be added prior to the next school year. Revere High School is committed to offering increasing numbers of dual enrollment opportunities where students earn high school and college credit as part of the CDEP program. The Commonwealth Dual Enrollment Partnership (CDEP) provides opportunities for Massachusetts high school students to take college-level courses at a discounted price*and earn credit toward high school completion and their future college degrees. CDEP eases the transition from high school to college, allows students to get a head start on their college careers, and provides meaningful and challenging academic experiences to qualified students who otherwise may not have access to an early college experience. The ultimate goal of CDEP is to increase the population of high school graduates who are college ready.
Student participation in CDEP is at the discretion of the participating institution of higher education, subject to capacity constraints and state appropriation.
Eligibility Criteria: Students must meet the following eligibility criteria:
Be enrolled in a Massachusetts public secondary school or nonpublic school, including home school;
Meet all course prerequisites per the policies of the participating campus;
Be a Massachusetts resident;
May not have earned a GED or high school diploma; and
Each college has a different requirement for academic proficiency for general acceptance as well as proficiencies for specific courses.
Students who meet eligibility guidelines are not guaranteed participation. Participation is at the discretion of the participating institution of higher education, subject to capacity constraints and state appropriation.
Students may enroll in one or more courses per the discretion of the participating institution of higher education. Because colleges and universities are required to expand dual enrollment opportunities to as many students as possible, you may be limited to the number of courses you may take. Students must receive college and high school credit, documented on their college and high school transcripts, for the courses that they successfully complete. Students may be asked to collect signatures of college and high school administrators for this purpose. Revere High School may count the CDEP course either as an elective or a required course. Approval of DE courses replacing required RHS courses must be approved by the content director. CDEP courses are configured into the high school GPA and weighted the same as AP courses. Additional private institutes may offer dual enrollment opportunities at reduced fees to RHS students. Students will be eligible based on the requirements of the college. Transportation to and from all dual enrollment partners is the sole responsibility of the student for those courses being taken at the college(s).
Restorative Practices Fellowship B0094050 2 quarters 1 credit
This course is designed for juniors and seniors interested in taking on a leadership role and developing their speaking and listening skills. In the initial weeks of the course, fellows will study restorative best practices, including circles, conflict mediation, peer mentoring, and anti-bias and cultural diversity work. Supported by training from the Suffolk University Institute for Restorative Justice, fellows will study restorative practices as both an academic discipline and as a tool for building school culture. After the initial training period, fellows will conduct their own circles to repair harm, build community, discuss difficult topics, and offer support with students of all academic and grade levels.
APEX VIRTUAL LEARNING SCHOOL
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APEX offers a catalog of prescriptive courses in the Arts, Foreign Language, language Arts, Life Skills, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Technology to students. Courses that are offered are in the subjects of: Art, Business, Foreign Language, Language Arts, AP, Science, Social Studies and Technology. APEX offers students opportunities to gain proficiency in online collaboration and accessing and processing data in an online environment. APEX can be taking IN your schedule for ONE QUARTER if you meet eligibility requirements. Contact guidance to check yor eligibility.