RHS Business
Hello everyone! This site will contain information for all of my classes. Please make sure you look under the heading for the proper class. Your assignments are listed in PowerSchool, so please make sure to download the app and check it regularly. If you have any questions you can email me at m.brazeau@sau33.com.
Hello everyone! This site will contain information for all of my classes. Please make sure you look under the heading for the proper class. Your assignments are listed in PowerSchool, so please make sure to download the app and check it regularly. If you have any questions you can email me at m.brazeau@sau33.com.
Accounting
Accounting
Accounting I ‐ Introduction to Principles .50 credit 1 semester Grades 9‐12This is an introductory course designed to teach students the basic concepts applied in financial record keeping. The emphasis is on precision and deductive reasoning as students learn skills such as how to record monthly business transactions and how to summarize and report financial information for a service business organized as a proprietorship. Students spend much of their time working cooperatively on accounting problems and they will gain experience that will help them to be successful in demanding college accounting courses, in office work, and in managing their own small businesses. These skills are necessary for any student planning to major in any business concentration in college.
Accounting II Corporate Accounting .50 credit 1 semester Prerequisite: Accounting I Grades 10‐12This course is a continuation of the Accounting I course and is meant to increase competency in the keeping of books for the more complicated organizations of a merchandising business. Students will continue to explore the accounting cycle as it relates to a merchandising business organized as a corporation. The emphasis is on using special journals, subsidiary ledgers, payroll records, dividends, and taxes. This course will further prepare students choosing to enter a business major at the college level.
Accounting III ‐ Advanced Concepts .50 credit 1 semester Prerequisite: Accounting II Grades 11‐12This course is a continuation of the Accounting II course with emphasis on advanced accounting topics such as uncollectible accounts, plant assets, depreciation, inventory, notes and interest, and accrued revenue and expenses. This course is extremely valuable for anyone thinking of entering into the field of accounting as a career choice.
Accounting IV – Business Simulations .50 credit 1 semester Prerequisite: Accounting III Grade 12This course is a continuation of the Accounting I‐III curriculum with emphasis on real world application of learned skills. Students will complete multiple business simulations related to sole‐proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations in both the service and retail fields. This course is extremely valuable for anyone thinking of entering into the field of accounting as a career choice.
Accounting II Corporate Accounting .50 credit 1 semester Prerequisite: Accounting I Grades 10‐12This course is a continuation of the Accounting I course and is meant to increase competency in the keeping of books for the more complicated organizations of a merchandising business. Students will continue to explore the accounting cycle as it relates to a merchandising business organized as a corporation. The emphasis is on using special journals, subsidiary ledgers, payroll records, dividends, and taxes. This course will further prepare students choosing to enter a business major at the college level.
Accounting III ‐ Advanced Concepts .50 credit 1 semester Prerequisite: Accounting II Grades 11‐12This course is a continuation of the Accounting II course with emphasis on advanced accounting topics such as uncollectible accounts, plant assets, depreciation, inventory, notes and interest, and accrued revenue and expenses. This course is extremely valuable for anyone thinking of entering into the field of accounting as a career choice.
Accounting IV – Business Simulations .50 credit 1 semester Prerequisite: Accounting III Grade 12This course is a continuation of the Accounting I‐III curriculum with emphasis on real world application of learned skills. Students will complete multiple business simulations related to sole‐proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations in both the service and retail fields. This course is extremely valuable for anyone thinking of entering into the field of accounting as a career choice.
For our online activities and quizzes, go to the following companion website: www
Yearbook Publishing
Yearbook Publishing
.50 credit 1 semester Fall Semester Grades 9‐12This is a unique course that gives high school students an on‐the‐job learning experience in producing a published book and in running a small business. Creating Raymond’s yearbook, The Pynecone, takes a great deal of enthusiasm and dedication. Students will learn and practice all parts of publication production including: page layout and design, writing and revising copy, editing, proofing, taking photographs, cropping copy, advertising, and use of publication computer software. Students will also become aware of the responsibilities of running a small business including working within a budget, meeting deadlines, and being part of a team effort throughout the process.
The website we use to create the book is: www.yearbookavenue.com
Our job number is: 38220
Your username and password should be the same ones you use to access the school computers.
Personal Finance
Personal Finance
.50 credit 1 semester Grades 9‐12This course will help you learn how to plan and manage your personal finances, live a financially successful life, and take financial responsibility as a citizen. The personal focus of this course makes it relevant and meaningful to all; in particular, those just starting down the path to personal financial independence. Topics include the banking system, checking accounts, savings accounts, the use of credit, investing, insurance, budgeting, and money management.
In this class we follow the teachings of financial guru Dave Ramsey.
His 7 Baby Steps to financial freedom are:
Baby Step 1 – $1,000 to start an Emergency Fund
Baby Step 2 – Pay off all debt using the Debt Snowball
Baby Step 3 – 3 to 6 months of expenses in savings
Baby Step 4 – Invest 15% of household income into Roth IRAs and pre-tax retirement
Baby Step 5 – College funding for children
Baby Step 6 – Pay off home early
Baby Step 7 – Build wealth and give!
Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship
.50 credit 1 semester Grades 9‐12This course gives students a basic knowledge of business and takes them step‐by‐step through the entire process of planning and owning their own fictitious business. The creation of a business plan is covered extensively and students will then create a plan for a business of their choice. Real‐world context, individual and group projects, math, communication, and history are used throughout the course to enhance the students’ learning experience and give them valuable hands‐on experience needed to manage a successful business.
Insert business plan template here
Sports & Entertainment Marketing
Sports & Entertainment Marketing
50 credit 1 semester Grades 9‐12In this course students will explore the intriguing world of sports and entertainment from the perspective of marketing. Key marketing concepts and core standards of marketing are presented using real examples from sports and entertainment. This field is rapidly growing, and many colleges now offer specializations in this subject. Students will learn how and why a product, service, or idea gets from where it is produced or created to where it is consumed. Knowledge of marketing is indispensable to anyone who is planning a business career.
Our projects for this class are as follows:
- market segmentation
- sports camp brochure
- the history of video rentals
Business Math
Business Math
1 credit 1 semester Grades 9‐12This course teaches basic math skills for financial situations. Students will learn how to manage their money and their expenses while making financial and business decisions. Topics include calculating income; maintaining checking and savings accounts; understanding charge accounts, credit cards, and loans; vehicle costs; housing costs; insurance; and investments. This course will be of great value to both students who are interested in pursuing a college degree in business, and those who just want to gain a better understanding of how math will play a part of their everyday life.