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Computer Applications

Grade: 9
Credits: 5
Students will learn how to touch type the alphabetic/numeric keyboard and the numeric keypad. At the completion of this course, students will be able to format research reports, tables and newsletters in Word; create spreadsheets, graphs, and charts in Excel; design academic and animated presentations in PowerPoint; and use advanced research techniques on the Internet. In addition, students will learn how to use Google Drive to manage documents and create Google documents, spreadsheets and presentations. The functions of digital cameras, basic photo editing in Photoshop, and sound editing in Audacity will also be taught.

Accelerated Computer Applications

Grade: 9
Credits: 5
Prerequisite: a passing score on the challenge test.
The purpose of this course is to expand the student’s technology experience with advanced applications. At the end of this class, students will be able to create and edit digital images in PhotoShop, record and edit their voice using Audacity, create web pages using HTML, design and create graphic documents such as covers, flyers, invitations, and more. Students will also learn the concepts of programming using Alice, a 3-D, an animated programming environment.

AP Computer Science A

Grade 10, 11, 12
Credits: 5
Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in an honors level math class and B- in Honors Geometry.
The AP Computer Science A course is an introductory course in computer science. Because the design and implementation of computer programs to solve problems involve skills that are fundamental to the study of computer science, a large part of the course is built around the development of computer programs that correctly solve a
given problem. These programs should be understandable, adaptable, and, when appropriate, reusable. At the same time, the design and implementation of computer programs is used as a context for introducing other important aspects of computer science, including the development and analysis of algorithms, the development and use of fundamental data structures, the study of standard algorithms and typical applications, and the use of logic and formal methods. In addition, the responsible use of these systems is an integral part of the course. The topic outline on pages 8–10 summarizes the content typically taught in the AP Computer Science A course.

Digital Video Production 1 (formerly Intro to DVP)

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credits: 5
Prerequisite: None
Students will learn how to create digital films with the Adobe Production Suite (Premiere CS4, Aftereffects, and Photoshop) and the use of digital cameras. Students will complete exercises demonstrating the entire production process: pre-production (scripting, storyboarding), Production (lighting, filming, producing), and post-production (editing and digital special effects.) Students will study the film industry and its history, as well as current events in the film and television industries.

Digital Video Production 2 (formerly Intermediate DVP)

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credits: 5
Prerequisite: Completion of Introduction to Digital Video Production with a C or better
Having mastered the basics in Introduction to Digital Video Production, students will be creating one mini feature in this class. Choosing to work in groups or individually, students will complete all phases of production (pre-production, production, and post-production) on one master project. Through the use of tutorials and field trips, students will expand their knowledge of the industry, the editing software, lighting techniques, and sound editing tools.

Graphic Design 1

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credits: 5
Prerequisite: None
The Graphic Design course will teach students to evaluate, research, and understand design features by creating special projects used in the design field. It is essential that students have a strong sense of concept development, layout composition, color theory and typography. They will be responsible for developing presentations, campaign flyers, product labels, calendars, brochures, advertisements, catalogs, direct mail pieces, logos, packaging, wedding invitations, and other printed materials. Focus will be on digital image making, electronic page layout and design concepts/methods. Students will learn to create, write, edit, proofread, design, illustrate, layout, and print their final projects on a variety of application software such as Adobe CS4 InDesign, PhotoShop, and Microsoft Publisher. Students will develop a working portfolio of their projects. This class has no prerequisite.

Graphic Design 2

This intermediate course will focus on expanding the knowledge and practice students have acquired in Graphic Design I. Students will learn intermediate technical skills and how to manage multi-page and client-driven design projects. Students will ultimately create a portfolio of their work that is suitable for college and career applications.

Intro to Computer Science: Java

Grade: 10, 11, 12
Credits: 5
Prerequisite: Completion of Geometry with a C grade or better AND Computer Applications or Accelerated Computer Applications with a C grade or better
In this entry-level college preparatory course, students will learn the fundamental concepts and methodologies of computer science, programming, and software engineering. Students will write logically structured, well-documented computer programs in a variety of languages, primarily in Java. Programming experience is not required.

Web Page Design

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credits: 5
Prerequisite: None
This class is for students who want to do exciting and challenging web site development. Students will create web pages using HTML, DreamWeaver, Flash, as well as, creating style sheets and coding in JavaScript for creating interactive content. Using Photoshop, students will edit photographs and create their own graphics for banners and buttons. Students will also use digital cameras to add personalized photos to their web pages. This class has no prerequisite.

Women & Money

Grade: 10, 11, 12
Credits: 5
Prerequisite: None
What every teenager should know about money. Would you like to learn how to use a checking account, apply for a college loan, open a credit card account, buy or lease a good car, the “real” cost of car insurance and car registration, plan a college budget, understand and sign an apartment lease, decipher my first pay check, understand the financial consequences from a divorce, find out how much I am worth financially, why and how much I have to pay in taxes, discover the financial impact of bankruptcy, and many other money matters? This course will prepare you to handle your financial encounters for life and at the same time help you save your money while in school. This class has no prerequisite.