Course Number 7th:  N/A
Course Number 8th:  80950B
Course Name:  Fundamentals of Computer Science
Credit: 0.5; high school credit
Grade:  - 8th only
Prerequisite(s): None

Fundamentals of Computer Science is intended as a first course for those students just beginning the study of computer science. Students will learn to code a computer program using both blockbased and text Python programming language. Students will collaborate and use computer science concepts to access, analyze, and evaluate information needed to solve problems. Students will learn the problem-solving and reasoning skills that are the foundation of computer science. Students will gain anunderstanding of the principles of computer science through the study of technology operations and concepts. Students will receive high school credit and high school grade points.

Course Number 7th:  N/A
Course Number 8th:  80927B
Course Name:  Gateway to Technology: Design & Modeling/Automation & Robotics (PLTW)
Credit: 0.5; high school credit
Grade:  - 8th only
Prerequisite(s): None

In this hands-on course, students learn how technology is used in engineering to solve everyday problems. This math, science,engineering, and technology integrated program relates technology to student’s daily lives. Design and Modeling will introduce students to the design process and use that process to show how solid modeling has influenced their lives. Students will also explore the history and development of automation and robotics while learning about structures, energy transfer, machineautomation, and computer control systems. This mathematics, science, engineering, and technology curriculum helps students develop and hone skills that enable them to enter high school with a foundation of the knowledge and skills necessary for success in pre-engineering. PLTW is a nationally recognized program that promotes pre-engineering courses at the middle and high school/senior high level. Students will receive high school credit and high school grade points.

Course Number 7th:  70915B
Course Number 8th:  80915B 7
Course Name:  Investigating Audio Visual, Arts, and Communications
Credit: 0.5
Grade: 7 - 8
Prerequisite(s): None

While doing fun and engaging activities, students will discover the skills needed for college and career readiness, learn about the labor market, and develop skills for success in the workplace. Students will also investigate how computers can be used to create and manipulate computer graphics using SimCity, work with multimedia, and design using Google Sketchup, a 3D modeling software.Different opportunities will be provided to use Photoshop, develop successful cities in simulated environment, and explore effective communication through various multimedia outlets.

Course Number 7th:  70900B
Course Number 8th:  80900B 7
Course Name:  Exploring Information and Computer Technology
Credit: 0.5
Grade: 7 - 8
Prerequisite(s): None

Students will explore the technology behind computer software and hardware, using No Limits Roller Coaster, a 3D simulation software to design, build and ride virtual roller coasters, create web pages using HTML, build and program Lego robots, learn to program computers to make animations and interactive games with Game Maker, and learn how to effectively use presentation software to communicate your ideas.While doing fun and engaging activities, students will also discover the skills needed for college and career readiness, learn about the labor market, and develop skills for success in the workplace.

Course Number 7th:  70850B
Course Number 8th:  80850B 7
Course Name:  Skills and Career Readiness
Credit: 0.5
Grade: 7 - 8
Prerequisite(s): None

This CTE course is designed to encourage students to start the process of becoming career ready. They will complete personal assessments, explore career clusters, and develop skills for personal, academic, and professional success. Students will research and create a presentation on a career that aligns with their interests.Students will learn and utilize effective employability skills such as teamwork, problem solving, time management, plus goal setting. Labs put the previously mentioned skills into action while teaching quality food preparation and nutrition. The design and construction unit stresses basic hand and machine sewing skills ending with a machine sewn project.Wise consumer principles and elements of design are also incorporated. Students will gain skills for becoming self-reliant and career ready.

Course Number 7th:  70840B
Course Number 8th:  80840B 7
Course Name:  Life and College Readiness
Credit: 0.5
Grade: 7 - 8
Prerequisite(s): None (Skills and Career Readiness is recommended, but not required)

This CTE course is designed to encourage students to start the process of becoming career ready. They will complete personal assessments, explore career clusters, and develop skills for personal, academic, and professional success.Students will research and create a presentation on a career that aligns with their interests. Students will learn and utilize effective employability skills such as teamwork, problem solving, time management, plus goal setting. Labs put the previously mentioned skills into action while teaching quality food preparation and nutrition.The design and construction unit stresses basic hand and machine sewing skills ending with a machine sewn project. Wise consumer principles and elements of design are also incorporated. Students will gain skills for becoming self-reliant and career ready.