Electives for grade 10 students
Computer Science 110
This course is an introduction to Computer Languages using Python. Students will explore how to instruct computers to: input/output data, do math, and a follow a series of steps. By learning how to express commands using logical operators and conditional statements students will work toward creating their own animation and game projects. The acquired skills will provide a foundation for further studies in computer science or related fields. This course is challenging but can benefit any student regardless of whether they intend to pursue academic studies in a Computer related field by helping them to develop persistence, problem solving skills, and logic.
Need more information? Email Mr. Perrin.
Cybersecurity & Tech Support 110
This course deals with the basics in topics of Hardware, Operating Systems, Cybersecurity, and Networking. Student’s will have the opportunity to explore cybersecurity case studies and pursue a personal interest project (this could be something you want to build, try, fix, or learn more about). Every student will have the opportunity to take apart and put together a full desktop computer.
Need more information? Email Mr. Perrin.
Early Childhood Services 110
Early Childhood Services 110 helps students understand the role of the caregiver as well as the parents in a child's development. The theory in Early Childhood Services 110 best applies to the age group infancy to two years old. It prepares students for entry-level jobs in the childcare profession through knowledge of physical, social, emotional and intellectual development. This course will focus on the skills to prepare young people to work with children. This is a "how to" program applying basic theory to hands on activities including laboratory and/or observation time with children.
Entrepreneurship 110
Entrepreneurship education provides learning with experiences that accelerate the need for students to accept greater responsibility to acquire knowledge, skills, and attitudes that will contribute to their future success. The entrepreneurial process, as outlined in this course, encourages a strong connection between theory and action. This course promotes experiential learning and recognizes the importance of nurturing an entrepreneurial spirit for personal and group success in and beyond the context of entrepreneurship.
FI Modern History 112
Modern History 112 is a rigorous study of the evolution of the peoples of the west during the nineteenth and twentieth century and their widening involvements in global issues. The course describes the rise of nationalist and socialist movements, the international connections growing out of the World Wars and the Cold War era, and the widening global contacts of the contemporary world.
FI Modern History 113
Modern History 113 is designed to provide an understanding of the main events of the twentieth century, as well as some familiarity with basic skills used to interpret historical accounts. A survey approach is given to the following topics: Basic World Geography, Industrialization, Life in the 1920's and 30's, World War I, World War II, and the Cold War.
Need more information? Send an email to Ms. Rogers.
Genre Studies in Film 110
This course serves to give students an understanding of Science Fiction in film and introduces the understanding and critiquing of cinema. Students will learn how Science Fiction has evolved overtime and how it has been influenced from different perspectives. We will watch approximately 17 films. This course gives students an opportunity to expand their knowledge in cinematic communication. The specific subgenres that will be studied are Extra-terrestrial, Dystopian, Space Travel and Artificial Intelligence. To be successful you just need to enjoy watching, learning about and discussing movies.
Need more information? Email Mr. Biggs.
Hospitality and Tourism 110
The Hospitality and Tourism industry is a rapidly growing industry. This course will provide students with lifelong learning skills that are transferable to future learning and/or the hospitality and tourism industry. The student will acquire career information, skill development and the talents for employment. This course relies on resource- based learning, practical experiences, and access to resource people and information that will help the individual in his/her career choice. Topics include the four main sectors of the tourism industry, influences on the tourism industry, personal and interpersonal skills regarding career opportunities available, travel industry and marketing strategies.
Information Technology 120
This course prepares students for the electronic office by teaching the manipulation of applications software. Data base management, spreadsheets, file handling, printer manipulation, word processing, electronic accounting, and electronic storage and dissemination of information are included.
Modern History 112
Modern History 112 is a rigorous study of the evolution of the peoples of the west during the nineteenth and twentieth century and their widening involvements in global issues. The course describes the rise of nationalist and socialist movements, the international connections growing out of the World Wars and the Cold War era, and the widening global contacts of the contemporary world.
Modern History 113
Modern History 113 is designed to provide an understanding of the main events of the twentieth century, as well as some familiarity with basic skills used to interpret historical accounts. A survey approach is given to the following topics: Basic World Geography, Industrialization, Life in the 1920's and 30's, World War I, World War II, and the Cold War.
Transportation & Exploration 110
This is a business course that relates to imports and exports.
Writing 110
Writing 110 is intended to encourage students to practice and experiment with the language in written form. The course offers students opportunities to reinforce and enrich their writing skills through processes where exploring, drafting, revising, editing, sharing and reflecting are encouraged. Students will enter the course with varying skill level; participation in class and individual growth in writing will be considerations in evaluation.