9-12 Curriculum

PREREQUISITE(S): None / Student must qualify with MS Data Points

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

QUALIFICATIONS: MS/HS administrators/teachers will identify students who Did Not Meet expectations on at least two of the following three assessments: 5th, 6th, and 7th grade Georgia Milestones End of Grade Assessments and/or showed little progress in their mathematics classes in 6th – 8th grade. These are students who may have significant gaps in their mathematics achievement.

Foundations of Algebra is a first-year high school mathematics course option for students who have completed mathematics in grades 6– 8 yet will need substantial support to bolster success in high school mathematics. The course is aimed at students who have reported low standardized test performance in prior grades and/or have demonstrated significant difficulties in previous mathematics classes. The course will provide many opportunities to revisit and expand the understanding of foundational algebra concepts, will employ diagnostic means to offer focused interventions, and will incorporate varied instructional strategies to prepare students for required high school mathematics courses. The course will emphasize both algebra and numeracy in a variety of contexts including number sense, proportional reasoning, quantitative reasoning with functions, and solving equations and inequalities. This course precedes GSE Algebra I. It is recognized as a math credit for graduation.  It will be recognized by some four-year universities as meeting minimum admission requirements, but not all. Please visit any potential post-secondary institutions for admission requirements.  (This course does have qualifying criteria.)

PREREQUISITE(S): None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

The fundamental purpose of this course is to extend the mathematics that students learned in the middle grades. The critical areas of study are linear and exponential relationships, applying linear models to data, and analyzing, solving, and using quadratic functions. At the end of the course each student will be required to take the Georgia Milestones Algebra I End of Course assessment.  The EOC counts as 20% of the final grade; students that fail to take the EOC will receive an incomplete and no credit for the course.

PREREQUISITE(S): None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

THIS COURSE IS AN ELECTIVE AND DOES NOT COUNT TOWARD CORE MATH. ONLY CERTAIN QUALIFYING STUDENTS WILL TAKE MATH SUPPORT.   Students recommended for GSE Algebra Support will complete this course concurrently with GSE Algebra. The contents of this course supplement the GSE Algebra curriculum and provide students with additional review of basic math skills. It serves as a medium for preview and review of material. This course is strongly suggested for students not meeting the standards set forth on the eighth-grade math EOG. It is also encouraged for students who narrowly met the standards, and for students who have historically struggled in the math classroom.

(Student must qualify according to GCA’s Advanced Student Placement)

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

The fundamental purpose of this course is to extend the mathematics that students learned in the middle grades. The critical areas of study are linear and exponential relationships, applying linear models to data, and analyzing, solving, and using quadratic functions. Students will explore concepts at a greater depth in Honors Algebra I and may participate in an Honors project. At the end of the course each student will be required to take the Georgia Milestones Algebra I End of Course assessment.  The EOC counts as 20% of the final grade; students that fail to take the EOC will receive an incomplete and no credit for the course. 

PREREQUISITE(S): Algebra I

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

The course builds on the geometry covered in middle school to explore more complex geometric situations and deepen students’ ability to explain geometric relationships, moving towards formal mathematical arguments. Specific topics include similarity and congruence, analytic geometry, circles, the Pythagorean Theorem, right triangle trigonometry, analysis of three-dimensional objects and geometric modeling. At the end of the course each student will be required to take the Georgia Milestones Geometry End of Course assessment. The EOC counts as 20% of the final grade; students that fail to take the EOC will receive an incomplete and no credit for the course.

PREREQUISITE(S): Algebra I Honors (Student must qualify according to GCA’s Advanced Student Placement)

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

The course builds on the geometry covered in middle school to explore more complex geometric situations and deepen students’ ability to explain geometric relationships, moving towards formal mathematical arguments. Specific topics include similarity and congruence, analytic geometry, circles, the Pythagorean Theorem, right triangle trigonometry, analysis of three-dimensional objects and geometric modeling. Students will explore concepts at a greater depth in Honors Geometry and may participate in an Honors project. At the end of the course each student will be required to take the Georgia Milestones Geometry End of Course assessment. The EOC counts as 20% of the final grade; students that fail to take the EOC will receive an incomplete and no credit for the course.

PREREQUISITE(S): Algebra I and Geometry

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Building on their work with linear, quadratic, and exponential functions, students extend their repertoire of functions to include polynomial, rational and radical functions. Students also expand their abilities to model situations and solve equations, including solving quadratic equations over the set of complex numbers and solving exponential equations using the properties of logarithms. The course covers sequences and series, probability distributions, and more advanced data analysis techniques.

PREREQUISITE(S): Algebra I Honors and/or Geometry Honors (Student must qualify according to GCA’s Advanced Student Placement)

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Building on their work with linear, quadratic, and exponential functions, students extend their repertoire of functions to include polynomial, rational and radical functions. Students also expand their abilities to model situations and solve equations, including solving quadratic equations over the set of complex numbers and solving exponential equations using the properties of logarithms. The course covers sequences and series, probability distributions, and more advanced data analysis techniques.  Students will explore concepts at a greater depth in Honors Algebra II and may participate in an Honors project.

PREREQUISITE(S): Algebra II or Algebra II Honors

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Students will build upon their understanding of Geometry and Algebra II.  They will understand and use matrices; investigate and use conic sections; use probability to evaluate outcomes and to calculate expected value; analyze and use trigonometric functions, their graphs, and their inverses; use trigonometric identities to solve problems and verify equivalence statements; solve trigonometric equations analytically and with technology; find areas of triangles using trigonometric relationships; understand and use vectors.

PREREQUISITE(S): Accelerated Geometry B / Algebra II Honors OR Algebra II Honors(Student must qualify according to GCA’s Advanced Student Placement)

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Accelerated Pre-Calculus is the third in a sequence of mathematics courses designed to ensure that students are prepared to take higher‐ level mathematics courses during their high school career, including Advanced Placement Calculus AB, Advanced Placement Calculus BC, and Advanced Placement Statistics.

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

PREREQUISITE: Algebra II, Algebra II Honors, Accelerated Geometry B / Algebra II Honors, Pre-Calculus or Accelerated Pre-Calculus Honors

The AP Statistics course is equivalent to a one-semester, introductory, non-calculus-based college course in statistics. The course introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. There are four themes in the AP Statistics course: exploring data, sampling and experimentation, anticipating patterns, and statistical inference. Students use technology, investigations, problem solving, and writing as they build conceptual understanding. Moreover, all students enrolled in AP classes are recommended to take the AP Examination in May if they are passing this course prior to the AP Examinations. With the assistance of the Advanced Learner Program Coordinator, Rebekah Cooper, students must secure their own testing site

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

PREREQUISITE: Pre-Calculus or Accelerated Pre-Calculus Honors

AP Calculus AB is roughly equivalent to a first semester college calculus course devoted to topics in differential and integral calculus. The AP course covers topics in these areas, including concepts and skills of limits, derivatives, definite integrals, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. The course teaches students to approach calculus concepts and problems when they are represented graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally, and to make connections amongst these representations. Students learn h ow to use technology to help solve problems, experiment, interpret results, and support conclusions. Moreover, all students enrolled in AP classes are recommended to take the AP Examination in May if they are passing this course prior to the AP Examinations. With the assistance of the Advanced Learner Program Coordinator, Rebekah Cooper, students must secure their own testing site.

PREREQUISITES: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Focuses on preparing students to take the Critical Reading, Mathematics, and Writing portions of the SAT and ACT

PREREQUISITE(S): Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

College Readiness Mathematics focuses on key content and practice standards to ensure that students will be ready for post-secondary academic courses and career preparation in non-STEM fields. The course will revisit and expand the understanding of content standards introduced in earlier mathematics courses and will emphasize numeracy, algebra and functions, geometry, and statistics in a variety of contexts.

PREREQUISITE(S): Algebra II

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

The course provides experiences in statistics beyond the GSE sequence of courses, offering students opportunities to strengthen their understanding of the statistical method of inquiry and statistical simulations. Students will formulate statistical questions to be answered using data, will design and implement a plan to collect the appropriate data, will select appropriate graphical and numerical methods for data analysis, and will interpret their results to make connections with the initial question.

(TCH010 Computer Literacy)

Semester 1: 11.4150001

Semester 2: 11.4150002

PREREQUISITES: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

This course is designed for high school students to understand, communicate, and adapt to a digital world as it impacts their personal life, society, and the business world. A foundational knowledge in hardware, software, programming, web design, IT support, and networks are all taught with hands-on, project-focused tasks. Students will not only understand the concepts but apply their knowledge to situations and defend their actions/decisions/choices through the knowledge and skills acquired in this course. 

(TCH 030 Image Design and Editing)

Semester 1: 11.4510001

Semester 2: 11.4510002

PREREQUISITE: Intro to Digital Technology (TCH010 Computer Literacy)

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Using web design as the platform for product design and presentation, students will create and learn digital media applications using elements of text, graphics, animation, sound, video and digital imaging for various format. The digital media and interactive media projects developed and published showcase the student skills and ability. Emphasis will be placed on effective use of tools for interactive multimedia production including storyboarding, visual development, project management, digital citizenship, and web processes.

(TCH040 Web Design)

Semester 1: 11.4520001

Semester 2: 11.4520002

PREREQUISITES: Intro to Digital Design (TCH010 Computer Literacy) and Digital Design (TCH030 Image Design and Editing)

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

This course will provide students with essential web page planning and development skills. Students will learn to write code manually and use graphical authoring tools. Students will also learn to work with web page layout and graphical elements, including images, hyperlinks, tables, forms, and frames. Class activities are project-based and give students an opportunity to practice web design fundamentals while learning technical skills including Hyper Text Markup Language (HTML) coding and web design software.

(TCH036 Computer Science)

Semester 1: 11.4710001

Semester 2: 11.4710002

PREREQUISITE: Intro to Digital Design (TCH010 Computer Literacy)

This course emphasizes the content, practices, thinking and skills central to the discipline of computer science. Through both its content and pedagogy, this course aims to appeal to a broad audience. The focus of this course will fall into these computational thinking practices: connecting computing, developing computational artifacts, abstracting, analyzing problems and artifacts, communicating, and collaborating.

(TCH071 Game Design)

Semester 1: 11.4290001

Semester 2: 11.4290002

PREREQUISITES: Intro to Digital Design (TCH010 Computer Literacy) and Computer Science Principles (TCH036 Computer Science)

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Students completing this course will gain an understanding of the fundamental principles used at every stage of the game creation process, including exploring game genres, modes of play, concept drawing using 2D and 3D art, level design, storytelling and the development of a virtual gaming world.   

Semester 1: 11.0160051

Semester 2: 11.0160052

PREREQUISITES: Intro to Digital Design (TCH010 Computer Literacy), Computer Science Principles (TCH036 Computer Science)

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

The AP Computer Science Course conforms to the College Board syllabus for the Advanced Placement Computer Science Examination. Over the course of the year, the class will cover programming methodology, features of programming languages, fundamental data structures, algorithms, and computer systems. This course meets fourth science or fourth mathematics or world language requirement; Two computer science courses from the same pathway will satisfy two years of sequenced foreign language courses. All students enrolled in AP classes are recommended to take the AP Examination in May if they are passing this course prior to the AP Examinations. With the assistance of the Advanced Learner Program Coordinator, Rebekah Cooper, students must secure their own testing site.

(BUS060 Intro to Marketing I)

Semester 1: 08.4740001

Semester 2: 08.4740002

PREREQUISITE: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Marketing Principles addresses all the ways in which marketing satisfies consumer and business needs and wants for products and services. Students develop a basic understanding of: Employability, Foundational and Business Administration skills, Economic s, Entrepreneurship, Financial Analysis, Human Resources Management, Information Management, Marketing, Operations, Professional Development, Strategic Management, and Global Marketing strategies. Students will have an opportunity to use and develop various marketing tools for theoretical businesses, as well as, for well-known businesses of their choice.

(BUS040 Intro to Entrepreneurship I)

Semester 1: 08.4410001

Semester 2: 08.4410002

PREREQUISITE: Marketing Principles (BUS060 Intro to Marketing I)

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Marketing and Entrepreneurship is the second course in the Marketing and Management Career Pathway. This course may be taken as a part of a student’s Marketing Pathway or may serve as a stand-alone course for students in other disciplines wishing to explore business ownership.  The Marketing and Entrepreneurship course builds on the theories learned in Marketing Principles by providing practical application scenarios and writing a marketing plan for a small business. Entrepreneurship is an imperative component of a strong economy and is based on individuals who are creative thinkers and risk takers. Therefore, students in this course focus on recognizing a business opportunity, starting a business based on the recognized opportunity, and operating and maintaining that business effectively. Preparation of a business plan allows students to apply the functional areas of accounting, finance, marketing, and management to the planned business, as well as to the legal and economic environments in which a new small business operates.

(BUS070 Intro to Marketing II)

Semester 1: 08.4420001

Semester 2: 08.4420002

PREREQUISITES: Marketing Principles (BUS060 Intro to Marketing I) and Marketing and Entrepreneurship (BUS040 Intro to Entrepreneurship I)

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Students assume a managerial perspective by applying economic principles in marketing, analyzing operation’s needs, examining channel management and financial alternatives, managing marketing information, pricing products and services, developing product/service planning strategies, promoting products and services, purchasing, and professional sales. This course also includes global marketing where students analyze marketing strategies employed in the United States versus those employed in other countries.

(CS Teaching I)

Semester 1: 13.0110001

Semester 2: 13.0110002

PREREQUISITES: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Examining the Teaching Profession prepares candidates for future positions in the field of education. Teaching Profession candidates study, apply, and practice the use of current technologies, effective teaching and learning strategies, the creation of an effective learning environment, the creation of instructional opportunities for diverse learners and students with special needs, and plan instruction based on knowledge of subject matter, students, community, and curriculum performance standards. Candidates will be prepared to practice their skills and knowledge at a variety of elementary and secondary education sites. Mastery of standards through project-based learning, technical skills practice, and leadership development activities of the career and technical student organizations will provide students with a competitive edge for either entry into the education global marketplace and/or the post- secondary institution of their choice to continue their education and training.

(CS_Teaching II)

13.0120000

PREREQUISITES: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Year-long (Semester A/Semester B)

This course engages the candidate in observations, interactions, and analyses of critical and contemporary educational issues.  The candidate will investigate issues influencing the social and political contexts of educational settings in Georgia and the United States and actively examines the teaching profession from multiple vantage points both within and outside of the school. Against this backdrop, the candidate will reflect on and interpret the meaning of education and schooling in a diverse culture and examine the moral and ethical responsibilities of teaching in a democracy. Mastery of standards through project-based learning, technic al skills practice, and leadership development activities of the career and technical student organization Future Educators of America (FEA) will provide students with a competitive edge for either entry into the education global marketplace and/or the post-secondary institution of their choice to continue their education and training.

(CS_Teaching III)

Semester 1: 13.0130001

Semester 2: 13.0130002

PREREQUISITES: Examining the Teaching Profession, Contemporary Issues in Education

LENGTH OF COURSE: Year-long (Semester A/Semester B)

The practicum offers a candidate in the Teaching as a Profession career pathway a field experience under the direct supervision of a certified teacher (mentor teacher). The practicum stresses observing, analyzing and classifying activities of the mentor teacher and comparing personal traits with those of successful teachers. The candidate intern will develop a portfolio of their skills, plan and teach a lesson or lessons, understand and practice confidentiality as it pertains to the teaching profession, meet the needs of students with special needs, maintain the safety of the students, practice professionalism, and demonstrate ethical behavior. Mastery of standards through project-based learning, technical skills practice, and leadership development activities of the career and technical student organization Future Educators of America (FEA) or Family, Career & Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) will provide students with a competitive edge for either entry into the education global marketplace and/or the post-secondary institution of their choice to continue their education and training.

Independent Course not currently part of a pathway

(BUS030 Personal Finance)

Semester 1: 07.4260001

Semester 2: 07.4260002

PREREQUISITE: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Students need to be informed about their financial responsibilities today and to prepare for the real choices ahead. In this course they will learn about career decisions, money management, financial security, credit management, resource management, risk management, and consumer rights and responsibilities. Business partnerships with financial companies, guest speakers, and many, many other learning activities can be incorporated in this course. Want to know how to buy your own car? Open a checking account? Apply for a credit card? Learn to do your taxes? All this and much more will be explored as you develop an awareness of financial responsibilities with an emphasis on banking, credit, consumer rights, investing, taxes, and budgeting.

Independent Course not currently part of a pathway

(OTH080 Nutrition and Wellness)

Semester 1: 20.4161001

Semester 2:  20.4161002

PREREQUISITE: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Year-long (Semester A/Semester B)

Food, Nutrition and Wellness is an essential course in understanding nutritional needs and food choices for optimal health of individuals across the lifespan. Interrelationships with wellness are explored. This course helps develops a basic knowledge and the skills necessary to maintain a healthy diet.  Cooking labs coordinate with some of the individual topics. 

(TCH020 Business Fundamentals)

Semester 1: 07.443001

Semester 2: 07.4413002

PREREQUISITES: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Year-long (Semester A/Semester B)

Introduction to Business & Technology is the foundational course for several business-centered pathways. Emphasis is placed on developing fundamental computer skills required for all career pathways. Students will learn essentials for working in a business environment, managing a business, and owning a business. Employability skills are integrated into activities, tasks, and projects throughout the course. Various forms of technologies will be highlighted to expose students to the emerging technologies impacting the business world. Professional communication skills and practices, problem-solving, ethical and legal issues, and the impact of effective presentation skills are taught in this course as a foundational knowledge to prepare students to be college and career ready. Introduction to Business & Technology is a course that is appropriate for all high school students. After mastery of the standards in this course, students should be prepared to earn an industry recognized credential: Microsoft Office Specialist for Word Core Certification.

(OTH010 Health)

Semester 1: 17.0110001

Semester 2: 17.0110002

PREREQUISITES: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: One Semester (1/2 unit of credit)

This course introduces personal health and decision-making skills, mental health, emotions, stress, alcohol, drug and tobacco use/abuse, cancer, first aid and sex education.

(OTH020A Physical Education)

Semester 1: 36.0510001

Semester 2: 36.0510002

PREREQUISITES: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: One Semester (1/2 unit of credit)

This course will offer instruction in the importance of Physical Fitness. It will encourage the student’s participation in weekly physical activities. It will educate the student on a variety of lifetime fitness activities and sports. Students fulfill the course’s exercise requirement by completing 30 minutes of exercise five days a week and taking weekly quizzes after completing this physical activity. Students will complete a Pre-Test, a Post-Test/Final Exam, Unit Quizzes, Interim Assessment and constructive response questions to check their understanding of the curriculum. Throughout the semester videos and readings will be assigned which will introduce students to different Lifetime Sports.

(OTH020B Physical Education)

Semester 1: 36.0220001

Semester 2: 36.0220002

PREREQUISITES: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: One Semester

This course introduces fundamental skills, strategies, and rules associated with lifetime sports such as bowling, golf, tennis, racquetball, baseball, badminton, roller skating, and skiing.

(WLG100 Spanish I)

Semester 1: 60.0710001

Semester 2: 60.0710002

PREREQUISITE: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Students begin their introduction to Spanish with fundamental building blocks in four key areas of foreign language study: listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Students master common vocabulary terms and phrases; comprehend a wide range of grammar patterns; instigate and continue simple conversations, and respond appropriately to basic conversational prompts; generate language incorporating basic vocabulary and a limited range of grammar patterns; analyze and compare cultural practices, products, and perspectives of various Spanish-speaking countries; and regularly assess progress in proficiency through quizzes, tests, and speaking/writing submissions. Each unit consists of an ongoing adventure story, a new vocabulary theme and grammar concept, numerous interactive games reinforcing vocabulary and grammar, reading and listening comprehension activities, speaking and writing activities, and multimedia cultural presentations covering major Spanish-speaking areas in Europe and the Americas.

(WLG200 Spanish II)

Semester 1: 60.0720001

Semester 2: 60.0720002

PREREQUISITE:  Spanish I

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Students expand vocabulary and use new grammar concepts through reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Interactive activities solidify vocab and grammar in context. Strong emphasis is placed on student production of speaking and writing when responding to given prompts and communicating with others in class. The online platform offered by GCA allows many students to produce language in tandem. Students will become global learners by analyzing the cultural practices, perspectives, and products of various Spanish-speaking countries.

(WLG300 Spanish III)

Semester 1: 60.0730001

Semester 2: 60.0730002

PREREQUISITE: Spanish II

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

In this expanding engagement with Spanish, students deepen their focus on four key skills in foreign language acquisition: listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. In addition, students read significant works of literature in Spanish, and respond orally or in writing to these works. Students master common and some specialized vocabulary terms and phrases; comprehend a wide range of grammar patterns; instigate and continue increasingly involved conversations, and respond appropriately to increasingly involved or open conversational prompts; generate language incorporating basic and some specialized vocabulary and a range of grammar patterns; recognize and respond to significant works of literature in Spanish; analyze and compare cultural practices, products, and perspectives of various Spanish-speaking countries; and regularly assess progress in proficiency through quizzes, tests, and speaking/writing submissions. Continuing the pattern and building on what students encountered in the first two years, each week consists of a new vocabulary theme and grammar concept, numerous interactive games reinforcing vocabulary and grammar, reading and listening comprehension activities, speaking and writing activities, and multimedia cultural presentations covering major Spanish- speaking areas in Europe and the Americas. The course has been carefully aligned to national standards as set forth by ACTFL (the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages)

 (WLG400-AVT Spanish IV)

Semester 1: 60.0740001

Semester 2: 60.074002

PREREQUISITES: Spanish III

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

The focus will be to increase the facility to speak on a wide range of topics, to develop a greater vocabulary, to develop listening skills, and to enhance communication skills. The students will gain insight into Hispanic cultures and civilizations. This fourth year of Spanish is a continuation of the first three years.  The student will continue to sharpen listening, speaking, reading and writing skills through activities that are based on pedagogically proven methods of foreign language instruction.  Throughout the five units of material, students learn to express themselves using an ever-increasing vocabulary, present-tense verbs, past-tense verbs, articles, and adjectives.  Grammar is introduced and practiced in innovative and interesting ways with a variety of learning styles in mind. Culture is sprinkled throughout the course to help the learner focus on the Spanish speaking world and their culture, people, geographical locations and histories. The course is aligned to the national Foreign Language standards.

(WLG110 French I)

Semester 1: 60.0110001

Semester 2: 60.0110002

PREREQUISITE: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Parlez-vous français? Learn to communicate in French and explore the Francophone world! In Level I, students develop the four skills of language learning: understanding, speaking, reading, and writing, while learning about the culture of Francophone countries. Students master common vocabulary terms and phrases; comprehend a wide range of grammar patterns; instigate and continue simple conversations, and respond appropriately to basic conversational prompts; generate language incorporating basic vocabulary and a limited range of grammar patterns; analyze and compare cultural practices, products, and perspectives of various Francophone countries; and regularly assess progress in proficiency through quizzes, tests, and speaking/writing submissions.

(WLG210 French II)

Semester 1: 60.0120001

Semester 2: 60.0120002

PREREQUISITE:  French I

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Family...Occupations...Weekend activities...Food...Sports. Health...House...Shopping

This course is a continuation of the four skills plus further concentration on reading short articles, basic writing, and cultural awareness. Technology is integrated into the curriculum.

(WLG310 French III)

Semester 1: 60.0130001

Semester 2: 60.0130002

PREREQUISITE:  French II

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Describing people...Chores...Environment...Shopping...Travel...Hotels

Further development of the language skills as well as reading of literary selections, viewing of authentic films, journal writing, and technology is covered.

(ART010 Fine Arts)

Semester 1: 50.0211001

Semester 2: 50.0211002

PREREQUISITES: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Introduces art history, art criticism, aesthetic judgment and studio production- Emphasizes the ability to understand and use elements and principles of design through a variety of media, processes and visual resources. Explores master artworks for historical and cultural significance.

(CS Intro to Drawing)

Semester 1: 50.0311001

Semester 2: 50.0311002

PREREQUISITES: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Drawing 1 is a skill-based course in which we discuss and learn the fundamentals of design. It is intended to introduce students to the basic visual vocabulary and develop basic drawing skills. The emphasis of the course will include the elements and principles of design and focus on the improvement of visual composition through various drawing media and techniques. Aesthetic questions and lateral thinking exercises will be incorporated to enhance critical thinking skills.

(TCH101 Digital Photography)

Semester 1: 50.0711001

Semester 2: 50.0711002

PREREQUISITES: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Introduces photography as an art form; covers the historical development of photography, design elements and its cultural influences. Emphasizes digital photography and web and digital editing. Covers proper photography techniques and use of camera equipment. Students are required to have access to a digital camera for participation in the course. A digital camera will not be provided.

(TCH010 Computer Literacy)

Semester 1: 11.4150001

Semester 2: 11.4150002

PREREQUISITES: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

This course is designed for high school students to understand, communicate, and adapt to a digital world as it impacts their personal life, society, and the business world. A foundational knowledge in hardware, software, programming, web design, IT support, and networks are all taught with hands-on, project-focused tasks. Students will not only understand the concepts but apply their knowledge to situations and defend their actions/decisions/choices through the knowledge and skills acquired in this course. 

(TCH 030 Image Design and Editing)

Semester 1: 11.4510001

Semester 2: 11.4510002

PREREQUISITE: Intro to Digital Technology (TCH010 Computer Literacy)

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Using web design as the platform for product design and presentation, students will create and learn digital media applications using elements of text, graphics, animation, sound, video and digital imaging for various format. The digital media and interactive media projects developed and published showcase the student skills and ability. Emphasis will be placed on effective use of tools for interactive multimedia production including storyboarding, visual development, project management, digital citizenship, and web processes.

(TCH040 Web Design)

Semester 1: 11.4520001

Semester 2: 11.4520002

PREREQUISITES: Intro to Digital Design (TCH010 Computer Literacy) and Digital Design (TCH030 Image Design and Editing)

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

This course will provide students with essential web page planning and development skills. Students will learn to write code manually and use graphical authoring tools. Students will also learn to work with web page layout and graphical elements, including images, hyperlinks, tables, forms, and frames. Class activities are project-based and give students an opportunity to practice web design fundamentals while learning technical skills including Hyper Text Markup Language (HTML) coding and web design software.

(TCH036 Computer Science)

Semester 1: 11.4710001

Semester 2: 11.4710002

PREREQUISITE: Intro to Digital Design (TCH010 Computer Literacy)

This course emphasizes the content, practices, thinking and skills central to the discipline of computer science. Through both its content and pedagogy, this course aims to appeal to a broad audience. The focus of this course will fall into these computational thinking practices: connecting computing, developing computational artifacts, abstracting, analyzing problems and artifacts, communicating, and collaborating.

(TCH071 Game Design)

Semester 1: 11.4290001

Semester 2: 11.4290002

PREREQUISITES: Intro to Digital Design (TCH010 Computer Literacy) and Computer Science Principles (TCH036 Computer Science)

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Students completing this course will gain an understanding of the fundamental principles used at every stage of the game creation process, including exploring game genres, modes of play, concept drawing using 2D and 3D art, level design, storytelling and the development of a virtual gaming world.   

Semester 1: 11.0160051

Semester 2: 11.0160052

PREREQUISITES: Intro to Digital Design (TCH010 Computer Literacy), Computer Science Principles (TCH036 Computer Science)

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

The AP Computer Science Course conforms to the College Board syllabus for the Advanced Placement Computer Science Examination. Over the course of the year, the class will cover programming methodology, features of programming languages, fundamental data structures, algorithms, and computer systems. This course meets fourth science or fourth mathematics or world language requirement; Two computer science courses from the same pathway will satisfy two years of sequenced foreign language courses. All students enrolled in AP classes are recommended to take the AP Examination in May if they are passing this course prior to the AP Examinations. With the assistance of the Advanced Learner Program Coordinator, Rebekah Cooper, students must secure their own testing site.

(BUS060 Intro to Marketing I)

Semester 1: 08.4740001

Semester 2: 08.4740002

PREREQUISITE: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Marketing Principles addresses all the ways in which marketing satisfies consumer and business needs and wants for products and services. Students develop a basic understanding of: Employability, Foundational and Business Administration skills, Economic s, Entrepreneurship, Financial Analysis, Human Resources Management, Information Management, Marketing, Operations, Professional Development, Strategic Management, and Global Marketing strategies. Students will have an opportunity to use and develop various marketing tools for theoretical businesses, as well as, for well-known businesses of their choice.

(BUS040 Intro to Entrepreneurship I)

Semester 1: 08.4410001

Semester 2: 08.4410002

PREREQUISITE: Marketing Principles (BUS060 Intro to Marketing I)

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Marketing and Entrepreneurship is the second course in the Marketing and Management Career Pathway. This course may be taken as a part of a student’s Marketing Pathway or may serve as a stand-alone course for students in other disciplines wishing to explore business ownership.  The Marketing and Entrepreneurship course builds on the theories learned in Marketing Principles by providing practical application scenarios and writing a marketing plan for a small business. Entrepreneurship is an imperative component of a strong economy and is based on individuals who are creative thinkers and risk takers. Therefore, students in this course focus on recognizing a business opportunity, starting a business based on the recognized opportunity, and operating and maintaining that business effectively. Preparation of a business plan allows students to apply the functional areas of accounting, finance, marketing, and management to the planned business, as well as to the legal and economic environments in which a new small business operates.

(BUS070 Intro to Marketing II)

Semester 1: 08.4420001

Semester 2: 08.4420002

PREREQUISITES: Marketing Principles (BUS060 Intro to Marketing I) and Marketing and Entrepreneurship (BUS040 Intro to Entrepreneurship I)

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Students assume a managerial perspective by applying economic principles in marketing, analyzing operation’s needs, examining channel management and financial alternatives, managing marketing information, pricing products and services, developing product/service planning strategies, promoting products and services, purchasing, and professional sales. This course also includes global marketing where students analyze marketing strategies employed in the United States versus those employed in other countries.

(CS Teaching I)

Semester 1: 13.0110001

Semester 2: 13.0110002

PREREQUISITES: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Examining the Teaching Profession prepares candidates for future positions in the field of education. Teaching Profession candidates study, apply, and practice the use of current technologies, effective teaching and learning strategies, the creation of an effective learning environment, the creation of instructional opportunities for diverse learners and students with special needs, and plan instruction based on knowledge of subject matter, students, community, and curriculum performance standards. Candidates will be prepared to practice their skills and knowledge at a variety of elementary and secondary education sites. Mastery of standards through project-based learning, technical skills practice, and leadership development activities of the career and technical student organizations will provide students with a competitive edge for either entry into the education global marketplace and/or the post- secondary institution of their choice to continue their education and training.

(CS_Teaching II)

13.0120000

PREREQUISITES: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Year-long (Semester A/Semester B)

This course engages the candidate in observations, interactions, and analyses of critical and contemporary educational issues.  The candidate will investigate issues influencing the social and political contexts of educational settings in Georgia and the United States and actively examines the teaching profession from multiple vantage points both within and outside of the school. Against this backdrop, the candidate will reflect on and interpret the meaning of education and schooling in a diverse culture and examine the moral and ethical responsibilities of teaching in a democracy. Mastery of standards through project-based learning, technic al skills practice, and leadership development activities of the career and technical student organization Future Educators of America (FEA) will provide students with a competitive edge for either entry into the education global marketplace and/or the post-secondary institution of their choice to continue their education and training.

(CS_Teaching III)

Semester 1: 13.0130001

Semester 2: 13.0130002

PREREQUISITES: Examining the Teaching Profession, Contemporary Issues in Education

LENGTH OF COURSE: Year-long (Semester A/Semester B)

The practicum offers a candidate in the Teaching as a Profession career pathway a field experience under the direct supervision of a certified teacher (mentor teacher). The practicum stresses observing, analyzing and classifying activities of the mentor teacher and comparing personal traits with those of successful teachers. The candidate intern will develop a portfolio of their skills, plan and teach a lesson or lessons, understand and practice confidentiality as it pertains to the teaching profession, meet the needs of students with special needs, maintain the safety of the students, practice professionalism, and demonstrate ethical behavior. Mastery of standards through project-based learning, technical skills practice, and leadership development activities of the career and technical student organization Future Educators of America (FEA) or Family, Career & Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) will provide students with a competitive edge for either entry into the education global marketplace and/or the post-secondary institution of their choice to continue their education and training.

Independent Course not currently part of a pathway

(BUS030 Personal Finance)

Semester 1: 07.4260001

Semester 2: 07.4260002

PREREQUISITE: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Students need to be informed about their financial responsibilities today and to prepare for the real choices ahead. In this course they will learn about career decisions, money management, financial security, credit management, resource management, risk management, and consumer rights and responsibilities. Business partnerships with financial companies, guest speakers, and many, many other learning activities can be incorporated in this course. Want to know how to buy your own car? Open a checking account? Apply for a credit card? Learn to do your taxes? All this and much more will be explored as you develop an awareness of financial responsibilities with an emphasis on banking, credit, consumer rights, investing, taxes, and budgeting.

Independent Course not currently part of a pathway

(OTH080 Nutrition and Wellness)

Semester 1: 20.4161001

Semester 2:  20.4161002

PREREQUISITE: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Year-long (Semester A/Semester B)

Food, Nutrition and Wellness is an essential course in understanding nutritional needs and food choices for optimal health of individuals across the lifespan. Interrelationships with wellness are explored. This course helps develops a basic knowledge and the skills necessary to maintain a healthy diet.  Cooking labs coordinate with some of the individual topics. 

(TCH020 Business Fundamentals)

Semester 1: 07.443001

Semester 2: 07.4413002

PREREQUISITES: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Year-long (Semester A/Semester B)

Introduction to Business & Technology is the foundational course for several business-centered pathways. Emphasis is placed on developing fundamental computer skills required for all career pathways. Students will learn essentials for working in a business environment, managing a business, and owning a business. Employability skills are integrated into activities, tasks, and projects throughout the course. Various forms of technologies will be highlighted to expose students to the emerging technologies impacting the business world. Professional communication skills and practices, problem-solving, ethical and legal issues, and the impact of effective presentation skills are taught in this course as a foundational knowledge to prepare students to be college and career ready. Introduction to Business & Technology is a course that is appropriate for all high school students. After mastery of the standards in this course, students should be prepared to earn an industry recognized credential: Microsoft Office Specialist for Word Core Certification.

(OTH050 Achieving your College and Career Goals)

Semester 1: 35.0670001

Semester 2:  35.0670002

PREREQUISITES: None

 LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Students explore their options for life after high school and implement plans to achieve their goals. They identify their aptitudes, skills, and preferences, and explore a wide range of potential careers. They investigate the training and education required for the career of their choice and creates a plan to be sure that their work in high school is preparing them for the next step. They also receive practical experience in essential skills such as searching and applying for college, securing financial aid, writing a resume and cover letter, and interviewing for a job. This course is geared toward students new to virtual education and guiding them in using the tools at their disposal for future success.

(CS ACT Prep)

Semester 1: 35.0660001

Semester 2: 35.0660002

PREREQUISITES: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

Focuses on preparing students to take the Critical Reading, Mathematics, and Writing portions of the SAT

Year 1 - 35.8510000 (OTH090-AVT Life Skills)

Year 2 - 35.8520000 (OTH090-AVT Life Skills)

PREREQUISITES: None

LENGTH OF COURSE: Yearlong (Semester A/Semester B)

THIS COURSE IS AN ELECTIVE AND DOES NOT COUNT TOWARD CORE ELA. ONLY CERTAIN QUALIFYING

STUDENTS WILL TAKE SOCIAL SKILLS.

Social skills are those communication, problem-solving, decision making, self-management, and peer relations abilities that allow one to initiate and maintain positive social relationships with others. Social skills include far more than the ability to communicate with other people. They’re crucial to making friends, succeeding in school and, later in life, getting and keeping a job. During class, students are exposed to real life experiences through practice following directions, turn taking behavior, role playing and positively supporting peers during our class sessions. Desired behavior is modeled.