Language Arts
English 9A Grade 9
Description: Students will participate in a career research project, in the study of poetry, and in the study of grammar as it relates to the written word. Writing and project assignments will focus on various methods for the delivery of a person’s message including voice and writing style.
English 9B Grade 9
Description: Students will be introduced to the study of classic literature and will complete both individual and group novel studies. Students will also complete a research project on the topic of their choosing.
*Honors English 9* A Grade 9
Description: Students will participate in a career research project, in the study of poetry, and in the study of grammar as it relates to the written word. Writing and project assignments will focus on various methods for the delivery of a person’s message including voice and writing style. Students cover the same material as in English 9 but at an advanced level, moving into more depth of curriculum.
*Honors English 9* B Grade 9
Description: Students will be introduced to the study of classic literature and will complete both individual and group novel studies. Students will also complete a research project on the topic of their choosing. Students cover the same material as in English 9 but at an advanced level, moving into more depth of curriculum.
*Honors English 10* A Grade 10
Description: English 10 strengthens students’ reading and writing skills. Literature study explores both theme and form through drama, poetry, the novel, myth, fable and the short story with a focus on character analysis, plot, theme and other literary elements. Some independent reading is required. In addition, conventions of traditional grammar, sentence structure, and paragraph structure are stressed. Speaking, listening, and study skills are reinforced through note taking, class discussion and individual/group presentations. Vocabulary and spelling skills are covered as well. Students will complete an independent / small group novel study.
*Honors English 10* B Grade 10
Description: Students will explore Informative, Explanatory, and Persuasive Writing styles. Focus on identifying Primary vs. Secondary sources, planning, writing, and organizing ideas and text evidence into paragraphs, gathering and citing text evidence, reading for information (Close-Reading Strategies) and making Connections (self, text, world).
English 10 Grade 10
Description: English 10 strengthens students’ reading and writing skills. Literature study explores both theme and form through drama, poetry, the novel, myth, fable and the short story with a focus on character analysis, plot, theme and other literary elements. Some independent reading is required. In addition, conventions of traditional grammar, sentence structure, and paragraph structure are stressed. Speaking, listening, and study skills are reinforced through note taking, class discussion and individual/group presentations. Vocabulary and spelling skills are covered as well.
English 11A Grade 11
Description: This course is designed to do an in-depth study of the American experience beginning with poetry and stories, and moving on through the various periods of American literature and how those genres shaped the writing of those times.
English 11B Grade 11
Description: Students are challenged to study how various genres of writing and speaking transformed over time as Americans spread across the continent. Students will focus on historical as well as literary themes. Students will be expected to understand the writing process, reading for information as well as reading for literature.
Honors English 11 A Grade 11
Description: This course is designed as an in-depth study of American literature over the years beginning with Native American myths, and including a look at the literature produced throughout America's history. It will include a study of all types of genres including poetry, essays, stories, and novels.
Honors English 11 B Grade 11
Description: Students are challenged to study how various genres of writing and speaking transformed over time as Americans spread across the continent. Students will focus on historical as well as literary themes. Students will be expected to understand the writing process, reading for information as well as reading for literature. Students in the honors class will also be assigned in depth critical writing assignments and an independent novel study.
English 12A Grade 12
Description: This course features a study of works from the time of Beowulf to present time. Emphasis is given to one major work from each period of time. Examples of other works to be studied include: Canterbury Tales, and Shakespeare’s Macbeth and Hamlet.
English 12B Grade 12
Description: This course is designed for the college bound student. It will prepare students to conduct research in libraries in addition to writing research papers. Students will be required to complete a research-debate paper. Activities: library research, writing and discussions.
*College Writing* Grade 11-12
Description: This course focuses on preparing and expanding the 11th & 12th grade students writing abilities to prepare them for real life writing situations and college level writing. Students will learn technical, research, APA and/or MLA writing standards. Beginning the 2016-17 school year, this course will be taught at an advanced level and will be graded on a weighted 5.0 scale.
Great Novels (currently not offered) Grade 10-12
Description: Students will examine fiction and non-fiction texts that have become best sellers and some that have won prestigious literary awards. This course will provide high school students the opportunity to read authors dealing with timeless issues. In addition to the reading of the literature, students will be given both creative and critical writing assignments. Students will have the opportunity to strengthen their reading skills and improve their vocabulary. Novels will be read together as a class, in small groups, and as individual books.
Journalism (currently not offered) Grades 9-12
Description: This class is a media and broadcasting class designed to provide students with a groundwork in various forms of media, including writing, videography, broadcasting, or public speaking. This course will have two focuses. The first is to develop the skills necessary to run a news broadcast and will cover topics such as journalistic laws and ethics, interviewing, videography, photography, and familiarity with U.S. and world news. The second is to use editing software to create creative videos with a variety of topics.
Pop Culture Grades 11-12
Description: This is the study of popular cultural literature during the modern era (1970-2012). Students will spend time studying various other literary genres including short stories, editorials, critical reviews, famous blogs, and movies based on literary works.
Teen Leadership (currently not offered) Grades 9 - 12
Description: This is a course in which a student will develop leadership, professional, and business skills. They learn to develop a healthy self-concept, healthy relationships, and learn to understand the concept of personal responsibility. Students will develop skills in public speaking and communication and an understanding of personal image. They will develop an understanding of the effects of peer pressure, will develop skills to counteract those effects, and will develop problem solving skills.
MultiMedia (currently not offered) Grades 9-12
Students will receive an introduction in broadcast production focused on audio production, video production, interviewing/copywriting skills, news production, and Adobe Suite editing, which will be utilized when producing student announcements/broadcasts (Spring Semester).
Yearbook (currently not offered) Grades 9-12
Description: In this course students will develop print, video, and audio production skills including, but not limited to page design, copy writing, editing, and photography while producing a creative, innovative yearbook which records school memories and events.
Social Studies
World History A Grade 9
This course is the first segment of the two-part World History Sequence. In combination with World History B, the course is designed to meet the State of Michigan’s World History requirement for high school graduation. This exciting and engaging course will range from Basics to Ancients, Rise & Fall of Empires, World Religions, Medieval Transformations, Worldwide Exploration & Trade, and finally the Renaissance! Understanding change over time, patterns, and how our world is shaped are critical aspects of history. Using traditional, interactive, and innovative methods, students will learn where we come from and where we might venture into the future.
World History B Grade 9
This course is the continuation of the two-part World History Sequence. In combination with World History A, the course is designed to meet the State of Michigan’s World History requirement for high school graduation. This exciting and engaging course will range from the Enlightenment, Revolutions, Industrialization, World Wars, the Cold War, Globalization and Beyond! Understanding change over time, patterns, and how our world is shaped are critical aspects of history. Using traditional, interactive, and innovative methods, students will learn where we come from and where we might venture into the future.
U.S. History A Grade 10
Description: The course will study US History from the time of Reconstruction up to World War II following a review of the American Revolution and American Civil War eras. Special emphasis will be given to America’s expansion and dominance in the Western Hemisphere, the Great Depression and Roosevelt’s New Deal, and emergence as a global military and political power.
U.S. History B Grade 10
Description: This class is the companion and continuation of US History A. This course will start with WWII and go to the post-9/11 period. Primary attention will be given to America’s victory over the Axis Powers in WWII, US-Soviet relations during the Cold War, the civil rights movement, and the changing global scene following the events of 9/11.
Government / Civics Grade 11/12
This course is the first segment of the two-part Social Studies sequence for citizenship and economic literacy. In combination with Economics, the course is designed to meet the State of Michigan’s Social Studies requirement for high school graduation. This exciting and engaging course will explore the following: Conceptual Foundations, American Constitutional Government, Structure & Function of Government, World Affairs, and Citizenship! Understanding change over time, patterns, and how our world is shaped are critical aspects of civics. Using traditional, interactive, and innovative methods, students will learn the nature of civic life, the role of government, and their necessary interaction with it.
Economics Grade 11/12
This course is the second segment of the two-part Social Studies sequence for citizenship and economic literacy. In combination with Government, the course is designed to meet the State of Michigan’s Social Studies requirement for high school graduation. This exciting and engaging course will explore the following: The Market Economy, National Economy, Individual Business, Role of Government, International Systems & Interdependence, Trade, and Personal Finance! Understanding change over time, patterns, and how our world is shaped are critical aspects of economics. Using traditional, interactive, and innovative methods, students will learn the importance of the economic market system and their own interaction with it.
Intro to Psychology Grade 9-12
Description: This course focuses on individual behavior and why an individual thinks, feels, and reacts to certain stimuli. An introduction to how the brain works (memory, motivation, emotion, sensation, and perception), levels of consciousness, psychological testing, psychological disorders, and stress. This course also provides instruction on how to apply psychological principles into your life.
Psychology(not currently offered) Grade 10-12
Description: Advanced Subjects will cover the subject of psychology in detail, taking time to explore the science and how it is connected to how we behave. Students will also learn how to connect current research to the topic. Students will also learn how to write about psychology and make connections across the material. This course is for students who want a deeper dive into the subject
Sociology(currently not offered) Grade 10-12
Description: Students learn about how individuals are impacted by groups and external factors, behaviors and traits that are learned from others, and how people interact and behave in society.
W. Contemporary Issues Grade 10-12
Description: This course is designed to provide a framework for understanding the global connections that affect relationships within world regions, while also recognizing that the events that take place locally can have an impact on a global scale."
History in Sports A (not currently offered) Grades 9-12
Descriptions: Students will learn about the origin of sports followed by history of the Olympics, football, hockey, and boxing. Historical and cultural impacts of athletes, teams, and major events will be covered in each sport along with discussions about modern topics and issues.
History in Sports B (not currently offered) Grades 9-12
Descriptions: Students will continue the coursework of History in Sports A by learning the history of basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, tennis, and golf. Historical and cultural impacts of athletes, teams, and major events will be covered in each sport along with discussions about modern topics and issues.
Michigan History A Grades 9-12
Description: Students will learn about the geography and population of Michigan along with the history of the state from prehistoric times, Native Americans of the region, colonization, statehood, and continuing up to Michigan's role during the Civil War.
Michigan History B Grades 9-12
Description: Students will continue coursework regarding the history and geography of the state starting with Reconstruction and continuing into present day Michigan. Special emphasis will be made in learning about the history of the automobile industry, Michigan's history during Prohibition and the Great Depression eras, and current issues. End of the year material will also focus on the history of White Cloud and Newaygo County.
US History through Film Grades 9-12
Description: Welcome to US History through Film! This two part, 18 week, elective course is an effort to focus on historical events, people, and places through the lens of film. History and film-making are both types of storytelling, and students will engage in a comparative study of those forms. This course is not simply a course for watching movies. The central theme of this course is discovering exaggerations, inaccuracies, and perhaps truths contained within film. Students will watch a selection of films in order to participate in historical investigations on real and authentic content. Major points of emphasis will be on the Colonial Period, American Revolution, Civil War, Westward Expansion, WW II, Vietnam and More!
World History through Film Grades 9-12
Description: Welcome to World History through Film! This two part, 18 week, elective course is an effort to focus on historical events, people, and places through the lens of film. History and film-making are both types of storytelling, and students will engage in a comparative study of those forms. This course is not simply a course for watching movies. The central theme of this course is discovering exaggerations, inaccuracies, and perhaps truths contained within film. Students will watch a selection of films focusing on World History in order to participate in historical investigations on real and authentic content. Major points of emphasis will be on Classical Greece and Rome, Medieval Times, Early Modern Period, the World Wars, and Beyond!
Fine Arts
Art 1 Grade 9-12
Description: This is a course in the fundamentals of drawing and design. Use of pencil, pen, ink, markers, pastels, paint and charcoal will be explored. Students will learn to apply techniques in perspective, value, composition, and color theory and design concepts.
Advanced Art Grade 10-12
Description: Advanced techniques in drawing, painting and sculpture will be explored using artists of the past and present for guidance. Students will develop skills in their interest areas. This course is for the serious minded students only. Students must be self-motivated.
Band Grade 9-12
Description: Students will perform on traditional wind band instruments, and will be in both the Marching Band(Fall) and the Concert band(Winter/Spring). The Marching Band holds a one week required band camp during the summer, as well as after school rehearsals during the year. Performances for the Marching band include Varsity home football games, competitions and festivals. Performances and rehearsals are required. At the conclusion of the marching season all students will audition for placement in the Wind Symphony. The Wind Symphony is the primary performing organization in the instrumental music department. Students will be performing grade III-IV literature. Performances include 4-5 concerts and festivals throughout the school year, including graduation. Students will also be part of the Pep Band that will perform at select home basketball games. This is a year-long course.
*Honors Band* Grade 9-12
Description: Students selected for Honors Band will receive a grade based on the 5.0 gpa scale. Students will be challenged with a faster pace, more in depth study of the regular band curriculum. Students in the Honors Band will pursue the highest level of performance in both Marching Band and Wind Symphony.
HS Theater Art A & B (Not Currently Offered) Grade 9 - 12
In this course students will gain an understanding and appreciation for the art of theater through classroom instruction, discussion, and performance. Students will study an overview of history, appreciation, and interpretation of appropriate theater. Such topics covered will include the following: improvisation, overcoming stage fright, acting techniques, performance critiques, and an overview of technical aspects of producing a production. Students will learn how to write and analyze a script, to better understand and develop their character, solo and ensemble building, and give a more realistic performance.
Music A & B Grade 9-10
Description: If you like everything music, this is the class for you. In this year-long course we will look at everything involved with playing, making, listening to, and appreciating music. The hope is that you will leave this class with a deeper understanding and appreciation of music that you enjoy, and even music you don't. We will introduce you to music reading, music theory, music history and certain composers and time periods so that you can understand where music comes from and how we got to where we are today. Whether you are a fan of classical, jazz, metal, or country, we will look at it all.
In addition to studying different kinds of music, this class will also introduce some performance mediums, such as, choir, percussion ensemble/drumline, and possibly other mediums that students are interested in. You should come to this class with a plan for what you want to get out of it. The class will be very student centered, making sure to focus on what is important to you as the student in terms of music education.
Science
*Honors Biology A* Grade 9-12
Description: The model-based class covers unity and diversity, natural selection, population dynamics, chemical reactions, biosynthesis, photosynthesis, feedback loops, and matter cycles. The rigor and pace of instruction is increased on these topics. Labs and audio-visuals will supplement the class. A student must have the recommendation of a science teacher to enroll in this course. This class is weighted and graded on the 5.0 scale.
*Honors Biology B* Grade 9-12
Description: This course is a continuation of Adv. Biology A. The rigor and pace of instruction is increased on these topics that will be covered include an in-depth look at energy flows, sexual selection, meiosis, classic genetics, DNA structure and Function, Growth and Development, population variation, and speciation. A student must have the recommendation of a science teacher to enroll in this course. This class is weighted and graded on the 5.0 scale.
*Anatomy and Physiology A* Grade 11-12
Description: This course studies human anatomy and physiology through lab activities and the topics of chemistry, cells, tissues, skin, skeleton and muscles. This class is graded on a 5.0 scale.
*Anatomy and Physiology B* Grade 11-12
Description: This course is a continuation of Anatomy and Physiology B, covering topics of the nervous systems, cardiovascular system, endocrine system and reproductive system. This class is graded on a 5.0 scale.
Biology A Grade 9-12
Description: The model-based class covers unity and diversity, natural selection, population dynamics, chemical reactions, biosynthesis, photosynthesis, feedback loops, and matter cycles. Labs and audio-visuals will supplement the class.
Biology B Grade 9-12
Description: This course is a continuation of Adv. Biology A. Topics that will be covered include an in-depth look at energy flows, sexual selection, meiosis, classic genetics, DNA structure and Function, Growth and Development, population variation, and speciation.
Botany (offered every other year) Grade 10-12
Description: This course covers bacteria and viruses, protists and fungi and the plant Kingdom. Lab experiences, web-based activities and project-driven assessments are used.
*Honors Chemistry* A (Not Currently Offered) Grade 11-12
Description: Covers the concepts of the chemical make-up of matter through lab activities and the study of matter through lab activities and the study of energy storage and transformation, molecular structure of matter, chemical reactions, radioactivity, fusion and fission. Students must have successfully completed Algebra I or take concurrently to take this class.
*Honors Chemistry* B (Not Currently Offered) Grade 11-12
Description: A continuation of Chemistry A. this class covers the concepts of the chemical make-up of matter through lab activities and the study of atomic structure, periodic table trends, biological macromolecules, and chemical equilibrium. Students must have successfully completed Algebra I or take concurrently to take this class.
Earth Science Grade 11-12
Description: This course is an overview of earth systems and processes, including rock formation, earthquakes, plate tectonics, earth history, severe weather, oceans, climate change, environmental challenges & resources, cosmology, and stars.
Forensic Science A Grade 10-12
Description: This course covers the topics and techniques of crime scene investigation in the areas of observation skills, evidence collection, hair and fiber analysis, pollen and spore examination, fingerprints, DNA fingerprinting, blood and blood spatter. Related videos and lab activities are utilized to coordinate with these topics.
Forensic Science B Grade 10-12
Description: This semester is a continuation from semester one into the topics of drug ID and toxicology, handwriting analysis, forgery and counterfeiting, death: meaning and matter, mechanism, cause, time, soil examination, forensic anthropology, glass evidence, casts and impressions, and ballistics.
Michigan Ecology (offered every other year) Grade 10-12
Description: This is a science elective that will be studying the following topics and how they affect Michigan directly. An introduction to environmental science, ecology, populations, water, air, land, mineral and energy resources, health, and our future. In addition to book work, students will complete various projects and outdoor activities. Students will also be required to memorize all 83 Michigan counties.
Physical Science Grade 10
Description: A year long class that introduces students to scientific concepts such as matter, energy, and the interactions between the two. This class will help prepare students for the higher level courses of Physics and Chemistry.
Physics A Grade 10-12
(Currently not offered)
Description: This course is a study in certain aspects of the world around them, and how it relates to physics. These topics include energy transformations, motion, dynamics, momentum, periodic motion, & gravity. Labs and audio-visuals will supplement the course. Students must have successfully completed Algebra I to take this course.
Physics B Grade 10-12
(Currently not offered)
Description: This course is a continuation of Physics A, and is a study in certain aspects of the world around them, and how it relates to physics. These topics include mechanical energy, mechanical waves, electromagnetic waves, visible light, optics, electric forces, electric current, and nuclear physics. Students must have successfully completed Algebra I to take this course.
Zoology (offered every other year) Grade10-12
Description: This course covers the animal kingdom, including Invertebrates and Vertebrates. This class includes lab experiences, web-based activities and project-driven assessments.
Foreign Language
Spanish 1A and 1B Grade 9-12
Description: This course is designed to help students develop beginning proficiency in the four basic language skills: listening comprehension, speaking, reading and writing. This class also enriches students’ understanding of the Hispanic world, people and culture. Students must pass Spanish 1A before going on too Spanish 1B.
Spanish 2A and 2B Grade 9-12
Description: This course is designed to build on the four language skills learned in Spanish 1A and 1B. Many grammatical tenses are learned this year. Hispanic literature and contemporary culture are also studied.
*Spanish 3/4 * Grade 10-12
Description: Students are challenged to expand their knowledge even further in Spanish. They will cover, in depth; comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Students will also delve into what it means to be immersed in a foreign language. This is a weighted course and is factored on a 5.0 scale.
American Sign Language(offered through Edmentum) Grade 9 – 12
Description: This course is designed to cover the basics of American Sign. Students will learn basic signs and skills to be able to communicate in American Sign.
American Sign Language II(offered through edmentum) Grade 10-12
Description: This course will expand upon the skills taught in ASL. Students will expand their vocabulary and learn advanced signing skills.
Physical Education
Beginning PE Grade 9-12
Description: This course offers team and individual sports activities. Strength training and cardiovascular fitness is incorporated throughout this class. Basic skills, strategy, and knowledge of rules will be emphasized.
Health Grade 9-12
Description: This course covers personal hygiene, stress management, substance abuse (drugs, alcohol, and tobacco), first aid, safety, and CPR. In addition, nutrition, exercise and rest, communicable diseases, environmental health, emotions, human growth and development, human relations and major health problems today will be covered.
Advanced PE Grade 10-12
Description: This course emphasizes overall fitness. Running, P90X, yoga, pilates, plyometrics, free weights could all be apart of your class. This class teaches you how to maintain good physical condition throughout your life.
Personal Fitness Grade 10-12
Description: This Physical Education personal fitness unit is designed to improve students in many physical as well as mental aspects when dealing with exercise. The content of this unit is designed to teach students how to become safe and effective no matter what their goal of using weights is. Specific steps are designed to help the student whether their training for tone, bulk, in season or out. Knowing and incorporating these concepts will increase their healthy lifestyle way of life. The methods taught will help each student become efficient and safe when exercising.
Mathematics
Algebra 1A Grade 9-10
Description: This course covers the basic concepts of Algebra including the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of numbers and variables. Linear sentences will be covered. Students will use calculators to solve problems.
Algebra 1B Grade 9-10
Description: This is the companion course to Algebra 1A. Students will continue their study of algebraic principles including lines, exponents and powers, polynomials, systems of equations, parabolas and quadratic equations, and functions.
Geometry A Grade 9-11
Description: A large portion of the class is devoted to using deductive reasoning in formal proofs. This course combines approximately 90% plane (two-dimensional) with 10% devoted to solid (three-dimensional) geometry. Students will also integrate proportion and similarity.
Geometry B Grade 9-11
Description: Students will learn to solve problems involving geometric areas, volumes and ratios, right triangles and trigonometry, and to solve non-right triangles, circles, coordinate geometry and loci and coordinate transformations.
Algebra 2A Grade 11-12
Description: This second year course in Algebra emphasizes thorough study of real numbers with emphasis on attaining both skills and understanding.
Algebra 2B Grade 11-12
Description: This is a continuation of Algebra 2A. Students will continue to add and build upon skills learned and presented in Algebra 2A.
Personal Finance (not currently offered) Grade 12
Description: The purpose of this course is to educate students on personal finance concepts and to help them realize the benefits of responsible money management and to understand the credit processes. Students will complete both online and in class assignments during this course.
*Pre -Calculus A* Grade 11-12
Description: This course combines third year Algebra with solid geometry and trigonometry. The course is graded on a 5.0 scale.
*Pre-Calculus B* Grade 11-12
Description: This is a continuation of Advanced Math A. Students will build on skills learned in the first semester to solve problems involving algebra, plane geometry and trigonometry. The course is graded on a 5.0 scale.
Miscellaneous
AP Computer Science Principles Grade 10 – 12
AP Computer Science Principles course is designed to be equivalent to a semester introductory college computing course. Students will learn computational tools to analyze and study data. Students will develop communication and collaboration skills by working individually and collaboratively to solve problems. Students will have the option to take the AP CollegeBoard test at the end of the year. Seniors who take this course in the Senior year can also count this as the Senior math credit.
Internship Grade 12
Description: This is a school-to-work experience for Senior’s only. Students are required to be on track for graduation, have a “C” or better GPA, have excellent attendance, and they must be able to provide their own transportation. The Student’s will be placed in the community based on their career goals.
Dual Enrollment Grade 8-12
Description: This opportunity is for students earning a 3.0 GPA or better, and they must meet certain State of MI testing requirements. Once the students are determined to be eligible by the school guidance counselor, they will be placed in college courses during the regular school day. Courses are CR/NC on the High School transcript.
Independent Study Grade 11-12
Description: An Independent study class is at the discretion of the guidance counselor, Teacher, and the school principal. Students must have exhausted all other learning opportunities in the subject that they wish to do an independent study, or have it determined that the subject will not fit into the student’s schedule any other way.
PRIDE Time Grade 11-12
Description: This is a time for students to work on homework, meet with advisors, and receive extra help with their academics.
PLATO/Edmentum -
Description: All PLATO online courses match our “in class” courses in description and rigor. All PLATO courses are approved by our school board and meet MME requirements. PLATO offers a multitude of elective options for students as well to explore college and career options.
Peer to Peer Links Grade 9-12
The Peer to Peer program is a strategy for providing ongoing support and modeling by a peer to peer support student (called a LINK for the purposes of this document) to a student with an Individualized Education Program (IEP). Peer to Peer programming is considered an evidence-based practice in supporting students with ASD and other disabilities and often are mutually beneficial to the student with the IEP and the LINK. These experiences can provide fulfilling and meaningful experiences to the LINK and student with an IEP by offering diverse social and learning opportunities within school activities, academic settings, and outside of school.
The Peer to Peer program allows the LINK student to receive elective credit for learning about and providing support to a student with an IEP. These are approved Peer to Peer Credit course Programs, which are recognized by the Michigan Department of Education in the Pupil Accounting Manual. Clarifications were made to the Pupil Accounting Manual in August 2018.
Newaygo County Career Tech Center
Agri Science Grades 11-12
Explore career areas related to agriculture, food, and natural resources.
Study topics in animal, plant, and food science, as well as natural resources and energy.
Obtain certification in pesticide application, livestock insemination, and landscape management.
Automotive Technology Grade 11-12
? Train in a NATEF-certified program
? Learn using the latest technical equipment used in the industry
? Earn State of Michigan certification in brakes, engine performance, electrical, and suspension and steering
Business Applied Technology Grade 11-12
? Great preparation for anyone considering a business career.
? Choose accounting/finance, management support, or entrepreneurship.
? Earn national certificates in Word, Access, Excel, and PowerPoint
? Become a member of our Business Professionals of America student club. Participate in business-related competitions and community service.
? Participate in an award winning entrepreneurship program for those interested in starting their own business in the future.
Construction Trades Grade 11-12
? Build a house from foundation to finish
? Obtain valuable home repair and maintenance skills
? Learn the skills necessary to work in the construction industry
? Learn to work safely both individually and in a crew setting
Cosmetology Grade 12
? Gain the basic knowledge and skills necessary to successfully complete the State of Michigan examination for licensure with 1500 hours of theory and practical instruction.
? Work on manikins and customers performing services such as hairstyling, cutting, perms, coloring, and manicuring
? Instruction includes individual work, small or large group instruction, lectures, textbook/theory work, demonstrations, videos, field trips, and guest speakers
? Learn components of extraordinary customer service and employability skills
? Prior knowledge of Biology, Chemistry and Math helpful.
Criminal Justice Grade 11-12
? Dual enroll as a West Shore Community College (WSCC) student 0
? Earn 12 college credits towards a Criminal Justice Degree for FREE.
? West Shore Community College classes include:
Introduction to Criminal Justice
Introduction to Corrections
Juvenile Delinquency
Client Relations in Corrections: Investigating Differences
? Gain a solid foundation in criminal justice and law concepts
? Learn from a Michigan State Police Trooper/WSCC Instructor
Students receive a CR/NC for this course on the High School transcript.
Culinary Arts Grade 11-12
? Work and operate a restaurant and hospitality center which is open to the public
? Job experiences include dining room attendant, cook, cashier, waiter/waitress, and visitor center information clerk
Instruction includes preparing and serving quality food, safety and sanitation, equipment operation and maintenance, management, researching and gathering promotion information for the hospitality center
Early Childhood/Future Educators Grade 11-12
Participate in field experience working in actual classroom settings in preschool, kindergarten, elementary, and middle school levels.
Work towards/earn a Child Development Associate (CDA)
Earn American Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certification
Read current newspaper articles, professional journals, books, and other printed materials related to education and teaching
Learn about various employment opportunities in the K-12 system and explore teaching, including potential job openings, areas of teacher shortages, potential earnings, advancement options, licensing requirements, expectations, applicable law, etc.
Graphic Communications Grade 11-12
? Learn illustration, design, web design, digital photography, video production, and computer graphics
? State-of-the-art computers, software and other specialized equipment
? Simulated and live production jobs
? Opportunities to compete in various local, state, and national contests
? Instruction and practice in all areas of offset lithography and screen printing
? Experience and training using the Adobe Creative Suite
? Learn to use pre-press equipment, offset printing presses, four-color screen printing press, and post-press bindery equipment
? Operate a real printing business
Health Science Grade 11-12
? Explore a variety of health and medical careers
? Receive certified Nurse Aide training, earn a certificate in CPR/First Aid, and college credit
? Participate in work-based learning and job shadows
? Students may earn dual-enrolled college credit
Heavy Equipment Grade 11-12
? Train to troubleshoot and repair heavy equipment, farm equipment, trucks, and stationary gas and diesel engines
? Develop mechanical skills by working on actual customer equipment
? Earn certification in heavy duty gas or diesel engines, transmissions, electrical, or brakes
? Gain a solid foundation for further education in a college or trade school and/or entry-level skills for employment
MFG Engineering Grade 11-12
? Train in Mechanical, Electrical, systems.
? Hands on projects uniting the principles of design, mechanics, electronics, and computing to produce real world applications, like underwater robotics, flashlights, and electric cars.
? Gain basic skills required to utilize software applications including SolidWorks, and Microsoft Office Suite.
? Work with alternative energy, electronics, a design, computers, mechanical components, and critical thinking/problem solving skills.
Networking Technology 11-12
? Explore areas in networking, cyber Security, Programming, and more
? Learn skills in small enterprise networking, networking security and customer service.
? Earn a CISCO certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) certicifation
Engineering 11-12
Hands on projects uniting the principles of design, mechanics, electronics, and computing to produce real world applications, like underwater robotics, flashlights, and electric cars.
? Gain basic skills required to utilize software applications including SolidWorks, and Microsoft Office Suite.
? Work with alternative energy, electronics, a design, computers, mechanical components, and critical thinking/problem solving skills.
Welding Grade 11-12
? Develop skills and welding techniques in gas metal arc (mig), stick electrode, oxyacetylene, dual shield, gas tungsten arc (tig), and plasma
? Learn to read diagrams, blueprints, and written specifications
? Work on customer projects and repairs
? Learn safety, housekeeping, quality workmanship, and teamwork
Special Education Classes
Categorical Room English- IEP ONLY
Description: Students are responsible for daily assignments individualized to the students’ needs. Areas covered include: grammar, vocabulary, punctuation, and reading with a strong emphasis on writing and reading novels. Students are responsible for daily work, daily journals, and tests.
Categorical Social Studies- IEP ONLY
Description: This class combines the main areas of Social Studies; Geography, US History and Government with local government. The students learn about the constitution, the 5 main themes of world geography, the history of our country’s government, and local government. Students are responsible for completing assigned work, notes, and tests.
Categorical Science- IEP ONLY
Description: The categorical science class is designed to meet the individual needs of the students. The class works on a rotation. The Earth Science portion of the class gives the students information about the principles, theories, and assumptions that guide our understanding of the Universe. The Biology portion of the class studies the scientific method. The course also studies organisms, plants, invertebrates, vertebrates, and humans. The Physical Science portion of the course studies the principles of physical science. The students are responsible for completing daily work, notes, and tests.
Categorical Math- IEP ONLY
Description: This math course is designed to meet the individual needs of each student. Students will develop math skills, in whole numbers, problem solving, fractions, decimals, percents, ratios, proportions, graphs, measurements, equations and some pre-algebra skills. Students are responsible for daily assignments and tests.
Categorical Skills
Description: This is a course where the student may learn personal care skills, skills to be used in daily living, and how to be successful in the community.
Team Taught Geometry – IEP only
Description: This course follows the classroom content of Geometry as listed earlier in the catalog. It is personalized by the student’s individual IEP.
Team Taught Algebra I or II– IEP only
Description: This course follows the classroom content of Algebra I or II as listed earlier in the catalog. It is personalized by the student’s individual IEP.
Team Taught English – IEP only
Description: This course follows the classroom content of English 9, 10, 11, 12 as listed earlier in the catalog. It is personalized by the student’s individual IEP.
Workshop – IEP only
Description: the workshop hour is only for students with an IEP, and is used for relearning material, and utilizes the accommodations a student may have for extended time on assignments, or having tests read to them.