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PLTW Honors Computer Science Principles [STEP only] [Students may earn Articulated College Credit] Intended Audience: Grades 10, 11, and 12 Credit: One trimesters /two periods = 1.0 credit, meets arts requirement [1.0 credit] PLTW college credit can be earned Major Outcomes: • Introduce computational tools that foster creativity • Problem solving with structured activities and progress to open-ended projects and problems • Develop computational thinking Instructional Focus: Use programming to develop computational thinking, to generate excitement about the field of computing, and to introduce computational tools that foster creativity PLTW Honors Aerospace Engineering [STEP only] [Students may earn Articulated College Credit] Intended Audience: Grades 10, 11 and 12 Credit: One trimester/two periods = 1.0 credit, PLTW college credit can be earned, 0.5 credit in Physics can be earned Major Outcomes: • Introduction to aerodynamics design and testing • Flight systems and aerospace materials • Space life sciences and astronautics Instructional Focus: Experiments, project testing and field trips PLTW Honors Environmental Sustainability [STEP only] [Students may earn Articulated College Credit] Intended Audience: Grades 11 and 12 Credit: One trimester/two periods = 1.0 credit, PLTW college credit can be earned does not meet science requirement Major Outcomes: • Build models of natural water systems • Propose a genetic engineering solution to a global food security issue • Biomanufacturing of biofuels Projects, Activities, etc.: The growing market for jobs in biological engineering is playing a cen- tral role in energy and agricultural sustainability solutions. The BioE course develops students’ thinking skills and prepares them for emerging careers through topics such as genetic engi- neering, biofuels, and biomanufacturing. Instructional Focus: Experiments and field trips 84 FASHION MERCHANDISING CAREERS Advanced Fashion and Design Technologies [STEP only] [Students may earn Articulated College Credit] Intended Audience: Grades 10, 11, and 12 Credit: 1.0 credit Major Outcomes: • Career exploration in fashion and design industries • Advanced application of entry-level garment construction techniques • Reverse Engineering in Patterns (Lay Out, Cutting and Marking, Fabrics) • Implementation of industry current skills and technology Projects, Activities, etc.: Creating/Adjusting Patterns and Designs, Pressing techniques, Fashion Illustration, Recycled/Up-Cycled Design, Fashion Show Planning and Presentation Instructional Focus: Hands-on Skill driven learn- ing, Technology Tools, Industry Speakers, and Field Trips Co-Curricular Connections: FCCLA & SkillsUSA Meets arts credit [1.0 credit] HUMAN SERVICES CAREERS Salon, Spa, and Barbering Careers I [STEP only] [Students may earn Articulated College Credit] Intended Audience: Grades 10, 11, and 12 Credit: 1.0 credit Major Outcomes: • Introduction to the salon, spa, and barbering industries • Hands-on application of entry level salon, spa, and barbering concepts • Implementation of industry current skills and technology Projects, Activities, etc.: Hair, Skin, Massage, and Nail service application, Key Communica- tion, Customer Service Scenarios, Leadership Development, and Industry Connections Instructional Focus: Hands-on Skill driven learning, Technology Tools, Industry Speakers, and Field Trips Co-Curricular Connections: FCCLA & SkillsUSA Meets arts credit [1.0 credit] Salon, Spa, and Barbering Careers II [STEP only] [Students may earn Articulated College Credit] Prerequisite/Selection Process: Salon, Spa, and Barbering Careers I Intended Audience: Grades 10, 11, and 12 Credit: 1.0 credit Major Outcomes: • Career exploration salon, spa, and barbering industries • Advanced application of entry-level salon, spa, and barbering concepts • Implementation of industry current skills and technology Projects, Activities, etc.: Design theory and Hair Color Application Methods, moulage and special effects makeup, advanced skin care and facials, leading massage techniques, nail extension application, Business manage- ment, leadership development, and industry connections Instructional Focus: Hands-on Skill driven learning, Technology Tools, Industry Speakers, and Field Trips Co-Curricular Connections: FCCLA & SkillsUSA Meets arts credit [1.0 credit] FINANCE CAREERS Accounting and Financial Careers I [STEP only] [Students may earn Articulated College Credit] Prerequisite/Selection Process: Accounting I Intended Audience: Grades 11 and 12 [seeking an introductory college course] Credit: One trimester/two periods = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes: • A review of accounting and business finance • Analyzing and recording transactions for merchandising operations • Inventories and cost of sales • Cash and internal controls • Automated Accounting Projects, Activities, etc.: Career exploration, review and discussion of financial events past and present, group and individual projects that solidify learning Instructional Focus: Hands-on activities Co-curricular Connection: BPA, DECA Accounting and Financial Careers II [STEP only] [Students may earn Articulated College Credit] Prerequisite/Selection Process: Accounting and Financial Careers I and a GPA of 2.5 or above Intended Audience: Grades 11 and 12 [seeking an introductory college course] Credit: One trimester/two periods = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes: • Experience accounting operations of a mid-sized company • Automated Accounting Software • Analyze business transactions and under- stand their effect on financial statements Projects, Activities, etc.: Career projects and accounting simulation Instructional Focus: Hands-on activities Co-curricular Connection: BPA, DECA High School Registration Guide

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