Audio & Video Technology & Film: This course prepares students for employment or entry into a post-secondary education program in the audio and video technology career field. Topics covered may include, but are not limited to: terminology, safety, basic equipment, scrip writing, production teams, production and programing, lighting, recording and editing, studio production, and professional ethics.
Foundations of Engineering & Technology: This course provides students the opportunity to develop fundamental technological literacy as they learn about history, systems, invention, and innovation.
Introduction to Culinary Arts: Introduction to Culinary Arts is a course designed to introduce students to fundamental food preparation terms, concepts, and methods in Culinary Arts where laboratory practice will parallel class work. Fundamental techniques, skills, and terminology are covered and mastered with an emphasis on basic kitchen and dining room safety, sanitation, equipment maintenance and operation procedures. Course also provides an overview of the professionalism in the culinary industry and career opportunities leading into a career pathway to Culinary Arts.
Examining the Teaching Profession: Prepares candidates for future positions in the field of education. Teaching Profession candidates study, apply, and practice the use of current technologies, effective teaching and learning strategies, the creation of an effective learning environment, the creation of instructional opportunities for diverse learners and students with special needs, and plan instruction based on knowledge of subject matter, students, community, and curriculum performance standards. Candidates will be prepared to practice their skills and knowledge at a variety of elementary and secondary education sites.
Introduction to Digital Technology: Students enrolled this course will participate in active, hands on curriculum exposing them to the digital worlds of audio, video, and imaging. Students will gain experience in multimedia authoring. Work in this course will be done using a variety of instructional strategies, including individual, small group, and whole group work.
AFJROTC: This course begins with early legends of flight and continues with contributions of flight through World War II. It continues with the importance of aviation in shaping the world in the post-World War II era to include air power in the Berlin Airlift, Korean War, Cuba, Vietnam, and desert Shield/Desert Storm. This course also covers current developments in civilian and military aviation in support of our national objectives. Military customs and courtesies, flag etiquette, proper wear and use of the uniform, respect for authority, time management, drug and alcohol abuse, study habits, first aid, and allegiance to our country are all covered in the course. Special attention is given to student's participation and practicing air Force drill and ceremonies.
Visual Arts: This class is the prerequisite for the production-based art courses /this course is designed to provide experiences with the basic elements of art and principles of design. These experiences will offer students the opportunity to solve problems in a review of the elements of art and principles of design. Students acquire new skills in the use of art materials and equipment and grow in an understanding of the nature of art.
The AP Human Geography: course is equivalent to an introductory college-level course in human geography. The course introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of Earth’s surface. Students employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine socioeconomic organization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their research and applications. The curriculum reflects the goals of the National Geography Standards (2012).
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Pathways: Students follow pathways consisting of three consecutive classes for three years. Career pathways are programs in which the student follows a defined sequence of related classes that usually start in the ninth grade. During their fourth year, students may select work-based learning programs and/or courses that allow on-the-job training, wages, or dual high school/college credit.
The Teaching as Profession Pathway offers students coursework that will enable them to provide a range of services from providing care to babies in daycare centers to teaching students in elementary, middle and high schools. Teachers must have a strong understanding of many content areas. They must be able to communicate, inspire confidence and motivate learners to do their best. Teachers are life-long learners -- they continue to take courses to keep up with changes and provide the best experience for their students. Sample occupations include teacher, principal and educational researcher.
The Culinary Arts Pathway offers coursework in food preparation and presentation, spices and flavorings, proper temperatures and food storage. In class, students prepare soups, snacks, salads, entrees, side dishes and desserts. Students can find jobs in restaurants, gourmet grocery stores, hotels and spas, schools and religious organizations, and military and government facilities. Sample careers include executive chef, baker and cook.
The Visual Arts Pathway includes coursework in drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, architecture, art history and the modern visual arts of graphics, folk crafts, video and filmmaking. Workers may design clothing, paint abstract or realistic painting, or photograph the world around them. Work in this pathway may include animators, art directors, prepress technicians, advertising layout designers, artists and fashion designers.
The Air Force JROTC Pathway program is to motivate young people to become better citizens and leaders in the community. The program is dedicated to the growth of individual participants as students and as people. The JROTC program further aims to prepare students for life by providing a framework for building qualities (skills, knowledge and positive attitudes), which will help them succeed.
The Engineering Pathway provides students with an opportunity to develop fundamental technological literacy as they learn about the history, systems, and processes of invention and innovation. In engineering concepts, students learn about areas of specialization within engineering, and apply engineering tools and procedures as they complete hands-on instructional activities. Students will also apply mathematics and science to predict the success of an engineered solution and complete hands-on activities with tools, materials and processes as they develop working drawings and prototypes. As a member of a design team, students use research strategies, prototype testing and evaluation, and communication skills. Career opportunities in this area include -- but are not limited to -- engineers, engineering technologists and engineering technicians. Career options may include manufacturing engineers, electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, industrial engineers, design engineers, aerospace engineers and a host of others.
The Foreign Language Pathway offers students a wide range of coursework that will provide numerous opportunities in the world of work. Currently Georgia offers courses in Romance languages, German, Slavic and classical languages, Asian languages, African and Semitic languages, and American Sign Language. Students studying in this pathway have career opportunities in a variety of fields, such as travel and tourism, therapeutic services, foreign services, governance, and banking and related services. Specific occupations may include translator, interpreter, language teacher or linguist.
The Computing Pathway is a high growth field. In the computing pathway, students will learn about computer programming, computer safety measures, as well as business practices. Students will have the opportunity to learn skills that can help them become game designers, computer software engineers or computer programmers.
Fine Arts -The Performing Arts Pathway will offer students a wide variety of coursework including drama, choral and instrumental music, dance, and broadcast and video production. Workers in this pathway may act on stage or screen, design sets for plays, create dance moves and perform dances, play musical instruments or decide on the scenes that appear in movies. Students in this pathway will develop skills to design, produce, exhibit, perform, write and publish multimedia content, including visual and performing arts and design, and entertainment services.
The Foreign Language Pathway offers students a wide range of coursework that will provide numerous opportunities in the world of work. Currently Georgia offers courses in Romance languages, German, Slavic and classical languages, Asian languages, African and Semitic languages, and American Sign Language. Students studying in this pathway have career opportunities in a variety of fields, such as travel and tourism, therapeutic services, foreign services, governance, and banking and related services. Specific occupations may include translator, interpreter, language teacher or linguist.
The Web & Digital Communications Pathway (Interactive Media Pathway) instructs students on the basics of programming a web page and leads to 3-D animation advanced web design. Web design can be found in every area of business and industry, as well as in individuals’ personal lives. Students will have the opportunity to learn skills that will help them create web pages, gaming and other digital media features.