Programs of Study
Math/Science-
Those who choose careers in the Science and
Mathematics program of study apply essential mathematics and science content
and skills in a real world context. Science and mathematics occupations
include those in physical, environmental, and human endeavors. Career
possibilities range from teachers of science and mathematics to lab
technicians to NASA astronauts. Preparation for such occupations requires
the following: 1. Understanding the process and applying the skills
necessary to engage in discovery. 2. Recognizing the need to obtain a broad
education in science and mathematics and share (communicate) this knowledge
with the world. 3. Understanding the role of gathering, creating, processing
and sharing data in science and mathematics.
Humanities- The
Humanities curriculum includes disciplines that study the human condition
and the self-expression of human beings. These disciplines include all
language arts and social studies classes. While all students are required to
earn credit in nine humanities courses in high school (English I, II,
Agriculture
Animal Systems- Production Animals-
People who work in the Animal Systems/Production
Animals program of study work to develop better, more efficient ways of
producing and processing meat, poultry, eggs and dairy products. They study
genetics, nutrition, reproduction, growth and development of domesticated
farm animals. Some individuals inspect and grade livestock food products,
purchase livestock or work in technical sales or marketing. Others advise
agricultural producers on how to upgrade animal housing facilities properly,
lower mortality rates, handle waste matter or increase production of animal
products, such as milk or eggs.
Carpentry
Construction Carpentry-
Students will learn basic skills and knowledge related to residential and commercial
carpentry. Topics covered include wood, metal, and concrete building
materials; fasteners; hand and power tools; fabrication based on
construction plans; and framing of platform and post-and-beam structures, in
both wood and metal. This course gives students an introduction to the skill
and knowledge base typically required for apprentice carpenters.
Construction Welding-
Students will learn basic skills and knowledge related to welding. The
students will learn skills and knowledge related to a fabrication process
that joins materials, usually metals or thermoplastics. Welding employs
pinpointed, localized heat input that can be used in repair or construction
of new elements. Topics covered include safe practices as well as skills
taught that are needed to produce many different types of welds in a safe
environment. This course gives students an introduction to the skill and
knowledge base typically required for apprentice welders
Health Science
Therapeutic Services-
When you were a young child did you dream of becoming
a doctor, nurse, dentist or pharmacist? Then you need to take a look at the
careers in the Therapeutic Services program of study. These careers are
focused primarily on changing the health status of the patient over time.
Health professionals in this program of study work directly with patients;
they may provide care, treatment, counseling and health education
information.
Business Technology
Interactive Multimedia-
Careers in Interactive Multimedia involve creating,
designing and producing interactive multimedia products and services,
including development of digitally-generated or computer-enhanced media used
in business, training, entertainment, communications and marketing.
Organizations of all types and sizes use digital media (the World Wide Web,
CD-ROM,
Family and Consumer Science
Family and Community Services-
Employees with careers in family and community
services assist individuals such as the homeless, housebound, and infirm
cope with circumstances of daily living; counsel troubled individuals and
individuals with emotional difficulties; train or retrain the unemployed or
underemployed; care for the elderly and the physically and mentally
disabled; help the needy obtain financial assistance; and solicit
contributions for various social services organizations.
Interior Design-
In the Interior Design program, students will study the design, safety, and
usability issues of creating the spaces where we live, work, and play.
Course work focuses on space, traffic patterns, and the colors, surfaces and
furnishings that make surroundings comfortable and livable.
Fine Arts- The Fine Arts curriculum is composed of courses developed to help students find new ways to perceive their world, to appreciate art forms for beauty’s sake (aesthetics), and to develop confidence in their own self-expression through self-discovery. The study of the fine arts promotes the understanding of culture and the differences in individuals and naturally motivates students in all their learning. While all students can benefit from this study, students planning careers in art, art education, music, music education, theater, or film making are encouraged to participate in this program of study.
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