8th grade
Grade 8th
Length Semester
Fees None
Description
This course is a foundation to the digital world that provides a broad understanding of key applications, computing fundamentals, and living online. Students will have opportunities to use technology and develop skills that promote creativity, critical thinking, productivity, and collaboration.
9th grade
Grade 9th
Length Semester
Credit CTE or Elective
Fees None
Description
Students will be exposed to the fundamental concepts of business and marketing. Skills include basic business concepts, organizational communication, human resources management, entrepreneurship, accounting, finance, and leadership. Students will be exposed to courses within the Business and Marketing Career Pathways and leadership organizations, such as FBLA and DECA.
Grade 9th
Length Semester
Credit CTE or Elective
Fees None
Description
Exploring Computer Science is designed to introduce students to the breadth of the field of computer science through an exploration of engaging and accessible topics. The course focuses on the conceptual ideas of computing and helps students understand why certain tools or languages might be utilized to solve particular problems. The goal of Exploring Computer Science is to develop in students the computational thinking practices of algorithm development, problem solving, and programming within the context of problems that are relevant to the lives of today's students. Students will also be introduced to topics such as artificial intelligence, web development, programming, and physical computing.