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Freshman Seminar and Careers
Freshman Seminar and Careers
Course Number(s): BU3141, BU3142, BU3143
Credit(s): 1.5 Grade(s): 9
Course Type: Required
Prerequisite(s): None
*Meets every other day--opposite Phy Ed
This course will help students develop an educational/career plan that will guide them as they choose high school courses, careers, and post-secondary options. Students will interpret, use skills/abilities/values assessment results to prepare for college and/or careers. Students will learn how to efficiently use Office 2019 applications, be exposed to computer programming, and be introduced to the basics of business.
Accounting 1
Accounting 1
Course Number(s): BU3129, BU3130, BU3131
Credit(s): 3 Grade(s): 10-12
Course Type: Elective
Prerequisite(s): None
*College credit available
Accounting 1 touches the lives of everyone. Students will be involved in discussion and hands-on financial transactions and reports. This course introduces the basic bookkeeping cycle. Topics include the analyses of business transactions, recording transactions in a variety of journals, recording payroll, and preparing financial reports. The class content is appropriate for students interested in entering the business/accounting field, and also will help students understand personal finance. Strongly recommended for all Marketing, DECA, and BPA students or any student who plans to major in any area of business at the college level.
Accounting 2
Accounting 2
Course Number(s): BU3132, BU3133, BU3134
Credit(s): 3 Grade(s): 11-12
Course Type: Elective
Prerequisite(s): Accounting 1
*Strongly recommended for all Marketing, DECA, and BPA students or any student who plans to major in any area of business at the college level.
Advanced accounting is a second year course that builds upon what was learned in first-year accounting/bookkeeping and would apply toward your future career and/or personal use.
Students may elect to take this class as an online course—permission from the department and parent is required. Online students are required to maintain an 85% grade in the course to remain in the online status.
Business Law
Business Law
Course Number(s): BU3136
Credit(s): 1 Grade(s): 9-12
Course Type: Elective
Prerequisite(s): None
This one semester course provides students with a foundation of our legal system. Students will explore personal, business, and civil law while examining current legal issues.
Business Math
Business Math
Course Number(s): BU3137
Credit(s): 1 Grade(s): 10-12
Course Type: Elective
Prerequisite(s): None
Syllabus
Business Mathematics is a one-trimester course in which students learn to use mathematics effectively as a tool in their personal and business lives. After students have completed this course, they will be able to apply mathematical concepts in various personal and business situations.
Business Seminar (BPA)
Business Seminar (BPA)
Course Number(s): BU3138, BU3139, BU3140
Credit(s): 3 Grade(s): 12
Course Type: Elective
Prerequisite(s): None
*Required for enrollment in the Internship (Work) Program.
Topics covered include job searching strategies, preparing effective resumes/cover letters/ application, effective interview strategies. Students will also explore starting your own business, getting along with employers and employees, understanding the importance of good business procedures, and other areas necessary to operate a successful and profitable business. Students taking this class will be responsible for running the school store. The purpose of this class is to develop skills in the following areas: interpersonal skills, communication skills, management, leadership skills and teamwork strategies. Microsoft Office will be used in this course. BPA club activities will also be conducted through this class, therefore after school commitment is required. See the Activities Page (p. 71) for more information about BPA.
Internship (Work) Program
Internship (Work) Program
Course Number(s): BU3145, BU3146, BU3147 (one hour); BU3148, BU3149, BU3150 (two hours)
Credit(s): 3-6 Grade(s): 12
Course Type: Elective
Prerequisite(s): None
*This is the work program course for ALL Waseca High School internships.
*Students may earn 1-2 credits each trimester. (1 credit = minimum 5 hrs/week, 2 credits = minimum 10 hrs/week)
*Students MUST have proof of employment on the first day of class.
The Internship program is designed to strengthen student learning by engaging students in on-the-job learning opportunities and provide meaningful business experiences outside the classroom. Student work schedules will vary depending on where they choose to work. Students must also register for one of three required classes: Agribusiness, Business Seminar (BPA), or Marketing 2 (DECA).
Marketing 1
Marketing 1
Course Number(s): BU3151, BU3152, BU3153
Credit(s): 3 Grade(s): 10-12
Course Type: Elective
Prerequisite(s): None
Marketing explores the principles and practices at the retail and industrial levels and its
importance within the business world. Marketing includes a broad range of activities to create satisfying
exchange relationships in a dynamic environment through creation, distribution, promotion, pricing of
goods, product/service planning and financing.
Marketing 2 (DECA)
Marketing 2 (DECA)
Course Number(s): BU3154, BU3155, BU3156
Credit(s): 3 Grade(s): 11-12
Course Type: Elective
Prerequisite(s): Marketing 1
The marketing program provides training in a wide range of marketing activities, including skills for entry level, middle management, and the ownership and management of enterprises engaged in marketing. In the second year Marketing course, students are introduced to topics such as career development, market information management, distribution, buying, marketing management, entrepreneurship, sports and entertainment marketing, social media marketing, and travel and tourism marketing. Students will also complete a capstone project on a chosen area, which they will have the opportunity to compete with at the State DECA Conference if they choose to. See Activities Page (p. 71) for more information about DECA.
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Excel
Course Number(s): BU3157
Credit(s): 1 Grade(s): 10-12
Course Type: Elective
Prerequisite(s): None
Efficient operation of a computer and Office programs are life skills that are a necessity for anyone planning on continuing his or her education at a college or technical school. Using a project based approach, students are introduced to Microsoft Excel. This course walks students through basic to advanced features by experimenting with spreadsheet creation. Types of activities include, creating worksheets, charts, formulas, functions, what-if analysis, and financial functions. Students work through these hands-on projects to master skills in commonly used features of spreadsheets and charts.
Personal Finance
Personal Finance
Course Number(s): BU3158
Credit(s): 1 Grade(s): 10-12
Course Type: Elective
Prerequisite(s): None
This one trimester course is designed to help prepare you as a young adult to manage your money once you are on your own and will provide solid strategies for successful financial management. Do you want to travel? Or be able to retire early? This class covers topics such as banking and bank services, financial planning, budgeting, managing credit, insurance, preparing for retirement, and investing. All students are encouraged to take Personal Finance and learn how to make wise financial decisions.
Yearbook Production
Yearbook Production
Course Number(s): BU3160, BU3161, BU3162
Credit(s): 3 Grade(s): 11-12
Course Type: Elective
Prerequisite(s): None
*Recommended to have taken Digital Photography and Graphic Design 1
*Students are required to take all three trimesters
*Click here for the required application
*Instructor Permission Required
Each student will be completely involved in all aspects of creating a yearbook. Students will apply skills in journalism and editing, graphic design, photography, advertising and marketing, as well as computer technology. This course requires dedication, self-motivation, attendance at extracurricular activities, and time outside of class to meet deadlines and sell advertisements. Attendance is important and an application needs to be completed.
Youth Service and Leadership (YSL)
Youth Service and Leadership (YSL)
Course Number(s): BU3163, BU3164, BU3165
Credit(s): 1, 2, or 3 Grade(s): 11-12
Course Type: Elective
Prerequisite(s): None
*Scheduled for 7th Hour
*Students enrolled in this course MUST have their own transportation.
YSL is a class for juniors and seniors that will focus on students becoming active citizens in meeting the needs of our school and community through volunteer service. Young people are a tremendous resource - this is an opportunity to "make a difference" in your community.
*NEW* Media Arts Pathway
These classes will be taught by either Mrs. Popp from the Visual Arts Department or Mrs. Hodgkins from the Business Department. These courses can be taken in sequence to prepare students for a career in the Media Arts field. These classes are listed under the Visual Arts portion of the registration Course Request Form.
Digital Photography
Digital Photography
Course Number(s): BU3135
Credit(s): 1 Grade(s): 9-12
Course Type: Elective (Art Credit)
Prerequisite(s): None
* Must be able to provide your own camera
This trimester course introduces students to the digital camera as an art-making tool designed for students at the beginning level. The course will use digital photography to help students learn and apply the basic elements of art and the principles of design. This courses will also provide students with opportunities to extend their knowledge and skills in the field of photography and the use of Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. Digital Photography will familiarize the student with the digital photographic equipment, materials, methods, and processes. Visual problem solving skills are explored through the use of the computer as the main tool for creative expression and communication. Cellphone photography and editing with a variety of phone applications will be infused in the curriculum. Must be able to provide your own camera.
Graphic Design 1
Graphic Design 1
Course Number(s): VA3514
Credit(s): 1 Grade(s): 9-12
Course Type: Elective (Art Credit)
Prerequisite(s): None
*Art Fee: $10.00
This course introduces students to the use of the computer as a design tool. Using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, students will apply digital techniques to create artworks combining text and imagery. Students will also learn to be creative and imaginative thinkers, able to solve problems quickly and decisively through design software.
Graphic Design 2
Graphic Design 2
Course Number(s): VA3515
Credit(s): 1 Grade(s): 9-12
Course Type: Elective (Art Credit)
Prerequisite(s): Graphic Design 1
In this course students will combine text and graphics using a computer to create attractive documents and publications. This class is designed to provide the skills and knowledge necessary for students to use page layout software (Adobe InDesign), techniques and procedures to produce professional looking publications such as one page ads, poster designs, menus, and other print documents. Experience with Adobe Photoshop is helpful, but not required for this course.
Digital Drawing/Painting
Digital Drawing/Painting
Course Number(s): VA3538
Credit(s): 1 Grade(s): 9-12
Course Type: Elective (Art Credit)
Prerequisite(s): None
*Art Fee: $10.00
This course introduces students to drawing and painting using digital media Students will explore how to use Adobe Photoshop and Fresco to create artworks. Students will use drawing tablets to create sketches and work with drawing and painting tools in a digital format.
Computer Animation
Computer Animation
Course Number(s): VA3525
Credit(s): 1 Grade(s): 9-12
Course Type: Elective (Art Credit)
Prerequisite(s): Graphic Design 1 and 2 OR Graphic Design 1 and Digital Drawing/Painting
Syllabus
*Art Fee: $10.00
This course introduces students to digital animation using the Adobe Character Animation and Adobe Animate programs. Students will develop characters, storylines, and learn the tools needed to create a digital short with sound effects and prepare video for online distribution.
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