App creators will expose students to computer science by computationally analyzing and developing solutions to authentic problems through mobile app development, and will convey the positive impact of the application of computer science to other disciplines and to society.

Students will customize their experience by choosing a problem that interests them from the areas of health, environment, emergency preparedness, education, community service, and school culture. Because problems in the real world involve more than one discipline, the unit will introduce students to biomedical science concepts as they work on solutions for the specific problems they choose to tackle.

Students discover the design process and develop an understanding of the influence of creativity and innovation in their lives. They are then challenged and empowered to use and apply what they’ve learned throughout the unit to design a therapeutic toy for a child who has cerebral palsy.

Students are given the opportunity to combine mechanisms with input and output devices to automate the mechanisms. Construction and programming skills are layered, and projects and the problem provide students the opportunity to connect their learning throughout the lessons in the unit. Students take on the role of interns, and work in teams to identify design requirements and create prototypes to meet the needs of clients. They also explore different aspects of automation and robotics, and experience how solving real-life problems involves the teamwork of mechanical engineers, software developers, and electrical engineers.

Innovators and Makers will allow students to discover computer science concepts and skills by creating personally relevant, tangible, and shareable projects. Throughout the unit, students will learn about programming for the physical world by blending hardware design and software development. They will design and develop a physical computing device, interactive art installation, or wearable, and plan and develop code for microcontrollers that bring their physical designs to life.

Physical computing projects will promote student awareness of interactive systems, including Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and broaden their understanding of abstract computer science concepts through meaningful and authentic applications.

Students will learn about Engineering through problem solving different projects. Different projects will be designed and built by each student, either individually or as part of a team of students. Problem solving techniques and the Design Process will be covered with each project.

This course is designed to provide students with the basic knowledge and skills for access to a physically active and healthy lifestyle. Cadets participate in activities that emphasize leadership development, positive self-esteem, teamwork and responsible patriotic citizenship. Cadets are taught professional courtesy, respect, discipline and basic leadership traits. Strong emphasis is placed on honesty, values, self-discipline, physical fitness and a desire to graduate from high school. Wellness is designed to introduce cadets to diet and exercise regimes and enhance individual fitness. Students enrolled in this course will receive Physical Education equivalent credit.

This course is designed to acquaint the student with the historical development and role of military branches in history throughout the centuries. Cadets participate in activities that emphasize leadership development, positive self-esteem, teamwork and responsible patriotic citizenship. Cadets are taught professional courtesy, respect, discipline and basic leadership traits. Strong emphasis is placed on honesty, values, self-discipline, physical fitness and a desire to graduate from high school. Wellness is designed to introduce cadets to diet and exercise regimes and enhance individual fitness. Students enrolled in this course will receive Physical Education equivalent credit.

AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination. The AVID and AVID Excel (ELL students) Programs are a system to prepare students in academics for four-year college eligibility and other postsecondary opportunities. It has a proven track record in bringing out the best in students, and in closing the achievement gap.  

Our students will use the AVID Binder system to develop learners who can self-direct, self-evaluate, self-monitor, and self-advocate. ALL STUDENTS WILL BE REQUIRED to maintain their school binder following the AVID Binder model.

What is the AVID Binder?

The AVID Binder is a system for keeping essential school materials and class assignments organized into one binder. A proper AVID Binder contains all the "required items" from the school supply list. Below, you can watch a short video on How to Organize Your AVID Binder.

AVID binder checks will be conducted once a month in predetermined classes. Teachers leading the monthly AVID Binder checks will be looking for “Required Items” and overall organization. Please review the AVID Binder model video so can help prepare your child at home for a successful binder check, and to learn more about AVID.

How can I support my child at home?

Regularly check your student's backpack and AVID Binder. All papers should be placed in binder rings in the proper class section. Remove unnecessary papers. Ensure all required materials are present. We encourage you to reference the video below.

For more information please see Avid Coordinator Taylor Carn.