Course Offerings

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Course offerings change on a semester basis. Our schedule is driven by student needs.

 

English Courses(also count as elective credits):

• Women in Lit-This course is designed for female students and will examine the various roles played by female characters in literature.  Current issues and topics surrounding females today will also be explored.  Students will be expected to write papers, read various works by and about women, participate in class discussion, and make class presentations.

        Mrs. Shank - Women in Literature Syllabus

• Horror Lit-This course is designed to introduce students to Horror Literature by pinpointing the five key components( suspense, fear, violence, gore and supernatural)  of Horror embedded in the Stephen King Novel Cujo and various films. Mrs. Burne- Horror Literature Syllabus

• Portfolio Writing- This course is an online, Google Classroom, course facilitated and supported by an English teacher. The writing portfolio consists of 30 pieces of writing selected from a list of 42 provided prompts. This is an autobiographical digital portfolio providing students with an opportunity to enrich their writing skills. 

        Various Instructors- Portfolio Writing Syllabus

• Modern Lit and Film- In this class, we will pair literature from the modern and contemporary periods - short stories, novel excerpts, graphic novels, and nonfiction texts - with 21st century films and TV shows. We will define the elements of different genres and consider how these elements translate into film. We will analyze film in the same way we analyze literature, and we will learn to interrogate different forms of media. Our class will culminate in a final creative project that will allow you to harness your strengths and pursue your interests.

        Ms. Hoffman- Modern Lit and Film Syllabus

• Dystopian Literature- This course is designed to provide an overview of both teacher and student selected short stories, novels, poems.  Writing skill development will be incorporated into everyday assignments.  You will learn skills to look at a piece of writing that is yours or was selected for you. 

        Ms.Burne- Dystopian Lit Syllabus 

• Mass Media-This course is designed to help students comprehend various types of mass media and how they help shape our thinking. Students will study various convincing media, such as the newspaper, magazine, radio, television, film, and video. Oral and written assignments are required, as well as a lengthy, in-depth project as a final activity.

        Mrs. Shank- Mass Media

• Writing in the Real World-This course is designed for students to engage in a variety of real-life experiences. Everything from creating a budget to drafting a resume to planning a large event will be explored. We will explore real life scenarios, tour job opportunities, and prepare for a future after graduation. Participation is expected during class time. Students will culminate their class experience with a final project reflective of the semester.

       Mrs. Shank and Mrs. Borgatti- Writing in the Real World Syllabus

• Everyday English- This course is designed for students interested in exploring a variety of texts, writing styles, and discussion as it pertains to them personally. We will explore various poetic styles, creative writing activities, and literature regarding hopes and dreams. Participation is expected both personally and in class. Students will culminate their class experience with a final project reflective of the semester. 

        Mrs. Shank- Everyday English Syllabus

• Contemporary Lit- In this class, we will look at literature and media from the 21st century and explore current issues. Because we live in a diverse, dynamic world, we will consider not only our own perspectives, but the perspectives of those around us. Our goal will be to interrogate what we believe about ourselves and others and why we believe those things.

        Ms. Hoffman- Contemporary Lit Syllabus  

• Writing Workshop-This course is designed for those students who desire to express their ideas and feelings creatively through disciplined writing. Emphasis is placed on developing previously learned skills through weekly writing assignments in the genres of short story, poetry, and essay writing. Students will improve their writing skills through peer conferencing, peer editing, class workshopping, and teacher evaluation. 

        Mrs. Shank- Writing Workshop Syllabus

• Media Studies-

LAE Lab In-person assistance with online Odysseyware course

 

Social Studies Courses-

• Psychology-This course is designed to help students satisfy their curiosity about human behavior and prepare them for careers and/or college after graduation by gaining a better understanding of human behavior and interactions. 

         Mrs. Prough- Psychology Syllabus

• Civics/Economics- This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of civics and economics.   For a half of the semester, students will learn about America’s government, its parts, its powers, and their role and responsibilities within the system. Afterwards, students will learn about economics, the study will encompass an overview, followed by a look at American capitalism, how it works, and affects them as in their roles as purchasers, workers and potentially business owners.

        Mr. Choquette-Civics/ Economics Syllabus 

        Mrs. Cohen- Civics/Economics Syllabus

• U.S. History-This is a survey course focusing on American History during the Cold War. Emphasis will be placed on the political, social and economic events that have affected our country. Learning will take place through discussions, projects, analysis of primary and secondary sources, writing, text readings, etc. The course aims to help students become more informed and educated citizens.

         Mr. Nalezinski- US History Syllabus

• Criminology-This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of criminology, which is the study of criminal behavior. Students will learn about the different types of crime, why and who usually commits them, and the social reaction to crime and criminal behavior. 

        Mrs. Radford- Criminology Syllabus

 

Math Courses:

• Algebra I Semester I-

LAE Lab In-person assistance with online Odysseyware course

• Algebra II Semester II-

LAE Lab In-person assistance with online Odysseyware course

• Foundations of Personal Finance- Students learn how to handle their personal finances. They will study how debt has affected society over the past 100 years, guidelines for giving, saving and spending, and how to create a budget. They will also look at investing and how to save for the future using Dave Ramsey’s financial guidance. 

        Mr. Ciccarello- Foundations Syllabus

• Consumer Math- 

LAE Lab In-person assistance with online Odysseyware course

 

Science Courses:

• Earth Science-

LAE Lab In-person assistance with online Odysseyware course

• Biology- 

LAE Lab In-person assistance with online Odysseyware course

 

IT Courses- 

• Business Computer Information Systems-

LAE Lab In-person assistance with online Odysseyware course

• Keyboarding and Applications- 

LAE Lab In-person assistance with online Odysseyware course

 

Elective Courses/ Alternative Credit Options:

• Any of our core subject courses can count towards elective credits if not otherwise assigned.

• Odysseyware Courses-

LAE Lab In-person assistance with online Odysseyware courses.

Offerings include but are not limited to:

Personal and Family Living, Music Theory, Personal and Financial Literacy, Media Studies, Digital Literacy, Art History, Forensics, Introduction to Law and Public Safety, French, Spanish, Career Explorations, Essentials of Communication, Health, Physical Education, Music Appreciation, Vietnam Era, Animal Systems, Introduction to Agriculture and Engineering and Design.  

Full list of Course offerings

• Work Study- Students can earn one credit for working while taking classes in Adult Education. 

• ELO- Extended Learning Opportunities are credits awarded to students based on the Learn Anywhere Act. Students must facilitate a plan to complete a task that aligns with the Portrait of a Graduate in an area that interests them. Students must acquire a mentor and complete the associated documentation in order to complete and show competence for this credit.

Extended Learning Opportunity Documentation

• College Courses/ Trade Courses