Grade:  12

Course # :   7267

Length:   Full Year, 2 periods

Credits:   4

Diploma:  Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all Diplomas

Dual Credit Availability

Required Prerequisite: Principles of Teaching and  Child and Adolescent Development

Co-Requisites: Teaching & Learning will be taken concurrently with this course.

The Education Professions Capstone provides an extended opportunity for field experience to further apply concepts that have been presented through the pathway.  Students will also have the opportunity to explore the topics of The Exceptional Child and Literacy Development through Children’s Literature.  Students will gain a deeper understanding of inclusive teaching techniques along with policies, theories, and laws related to special education.  Students interested in pursuing a career in elementary education are encouraged to also study the benefits of using children’s literature in the classroom.  Before the capstone is finalized for the  school year, this course will be further developed to include specific content for students interested in pursuing a career in secondary education.  This course has been approved to be offered for dual credit.  Students pursuing this course for dual credit are  required to meet the minimum prerequisites for the course and pass the course with a C or better in order for dual credit to be awarded. 

Grade Level: 12

Course #: 7162 

Length:    2 Semesters

Credit(s): 1credit per Sem., 2 credits maximum

Diploma:  Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all Diplomas

Dual Credit Availability

Required Prerequisite: Principles of Teaching and Child and Adolescent Development

Co-Requisite: Education Professions Capstone will be taken concurrently with this course.

Teaching and Learning provides students the opportunity to apply many of the concepts that they have learned throughout the Education Professions pathway. In addition to a focus on best practices, this course will provide an introduction to the role that technology plays in the modern classroom. Through hands-on experience with educational software, utility packages, and commonly used microcomputer hardware, students will analyze ways to integrate technology as a tool for instruction, evaluation, and management. This course has been approved to be offered for dual credit.  Students pursuing this course for dual credit are still required to meet the minimum prerequisites for the course and pass the course with a C or better in order for dual credit to be awarded.

CTE Concentrator B -  Education Professions Pathway

Grade Level: 11

Course #: 7157 

Length:     2 Semesters

Credit(s):  1credit per Sem., 2 credits maximum

Diploma:   Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all Diplomas

Dual Credit Availability

Co-requisite: Principles of Teaching, will be taken concurrently

Child and Adolescent Development examines the physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and moral development of the child from birth through adolescence with a focus on the middle years through adolescence. Basic theories of child development, biological and environmental foundations of development, and the study of children through observation and interviewing techniques are explored. The influence of parents, peers, the school environment, culture and the media are discussed. An observation experience of up to 20 hours may be required for completion of this course. This course has been approved to be offered for dual credit. Students pursuing this course for dual credit are still required to meet the minimum prerequisites for the course and pass the course with a C or better in order for dual credit to be awarded.

CTE Concentrator A -  Education Professions Pathway

Grade Level:  11

Course #:  7161 

Length:     2 Semesters

Credit(s):  1credit per Sem., 2 credits maximum

Diploma:  Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all Diplomas

Dual Credit Availability

Co-requisite: Child & Adolescent Development, will be taken concurrently

This course provides a general introduction to the field of teaching. Students will explore educational careers, teaching preparation, and professional expectations as well as requirements for teacher certification. Current trends and issues in education will be examined.  A volunteer experience of a minimum of 20 hours is required for successful completion of this course. This course has been approved to be offered for dual credit. Students pursuing this course for dual credit are still required to meet the minimum prerequisites for the course and pass the course with a C or better in order for dual credit to be awarded.

Grade Level:  10-12

Course #:  7169 

Length:      2 Semesters

Credit(s):   1 credit per Sem., 2 credits maximum

Diploma:   Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all Diplomas

Required Prerequisite: Principles of Culinary and Hospitality and Nutrition, may be taken concurrently

Culinary Arts teaches students how to prepare the four major stocks, the five mother sauces (in addition to smaller sauces) and various soups. Additional emphasis is placed on the further development of the classical cooking methods. This course will also present the fundamentals of baking science including terminology, ingredients, weights and measures, and proper use and care of equipment. Students will produce yeast goods, pies, cakes, cookies, and quick breads.

CTE Concentrator B - Culinary Arts – Baking and Pastry Pathway

Grade Level:  10-12

Course #:  7171 

Length:     2 Semesters

Credit(s):  1 credit per Sem., 2 credits maximum

Diploma:  Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all Diplomas

Required Prerequisite: Principles of Culinary and Hospitality, may be taken concurrently

Nutrition students will learn the characteristics, functions and food sources of the major nutrient groups and how to maximize nutrient retention in food preparation and storage. Students will be made aware of nutrient needs throughout the life cycle and to apply those principles to menu planning and food preparation. This course will engage students in hands-on learning of nutritional concepts such as preparing nutrient-dense meals or examining nutritional needs of student athletes.

CTE Concentrator A - Culinary Arts – Baking and Pastry Pathway

Grade Level: 9-12

Course #:  7173 

Length:     2 Semesters

Credit(s):  1 credit per Sem., 2 credits maximum

Diploma:  Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all Diplomas

Prerequisite: None

Principles of Culinary and Hospitality is designed to develop an understanding of the hospitality industry and career opportunities, and responsibilities in the food service and lodging industry. Introduces procedures for decision making which affects operation management, products, labor, and revenue. Additionally, students will learn the fundamentals of food preparation, basic principles of sanitation, service procedures, and safety practices in the food service industry, including proper operation techniques for equipment.

Grade Level:  11-12
Course #:  5340
Length:     1 Semester
Credit(s):  One
Diploma:   Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

Prerequisite:   Nutrition and Wellness

Advanced Nutrition and Foods is a course that incorporates more complex concepts in nutrition and foods.  Proper food handling, advanced food preparation skills and meal management are emphasized.  Nutrition wellness for individuals and families across the life span is stressed.  Students learn to evaluate information about foods and recipes.  Food service careers are explored.  Many preparation and tasting opportunities are provided in this course. Students will be expected to participate in kitchen organization and clean-up as needed. Foods labs may include: creating recipes, regional foods, healthy meals, snacks, and a wide variety of additional lab.

Grade Level:  9-12
Course #:  5342
Length:     1 Semester
Credit(s):  One
Diploma:   Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

Prerequisite:   None

In this one semester class nutrition is the foundation for food preparation.  Basic principles of food preparation, menu planning, and time management in the kitchen are emphasized.  Safety of food is stressed including the use of sanitary procedures in preparation, service, and storage of food.  Understanding what is being eaten, developing moderation in eating patterns, and establishing lifelong healthy eating choices are the focus of this class.  The impact of daily food choices and the importance of exercise are stressed through the study of USDA Dietary Guidelines and My Plate.  Fat and calorie reduction methods are used to improve the nutritional value of some recipes.  Dining out choices are evaluated and discussed.  Many preparation and tasting opportunities are provided in this course.  Food labs may include: healthy snacks and desserts, using vegetables and fruits in recipes, breads, pasta, holiday cooking, Italian and Oriental cooking, and creating new recipes.  A wide variety of additional labs are included in Nutrition and Wellness.  Careers and career pathways will also be discussed.  Students will be expected to participate in kitchen organization and clean-up as needed.

Grade Level:  10-12
Course #:  5364
Length:     1 Semester
Credit(s):  One
Diploma:   Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all Diplomas

Prerequisite:   None

Interpersonal Relationships addresses knowledge and skills needed for positive and productive relationships in career, community, and family settings.  Major course topics include communication skills, teamwork, and collaboration, conflict prevention, resolution, and management; building and maintaining relationships; and individual needs and characteristics and their impacts on relationships.  Citizenship and community awareness are explored.  Specific techniques taught in this course include assertive behavior, stress and anger management and sexual decision-making.  Lifelong healthy choices are encouraged in this class.  This course is especially relevant for students interested in careers that involve interacting with people both inside and outside of a business/organization, including team members, clients, patients, customers, and the general public.

Grade Level: 10-12
Course #:  5366
Length:     1 Semester
Credit(s):  One
Diploma:   Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all Diplomas

Prerequisite:   None

Students in this one semester course address development and wellness of individuals and families throughout the life cycle.  Emphasis is placed on the significance of serious dating patterns, mate selection, and readiness for marriage.  Personality traits conducive to functional family living are examined.  The engagement period is explored in detail considering life-long commitment.  The following concepts are discussed: tasks and relationships in the family as it functions within society and culture, communication within the family setting, identification of the roles of children and adults as family members, changing needs of family members throughout the life cycle, contemporary family issues, including ethics, change, stress, and family crisis-abuse and violence.  Exploration of human and family services careers will also be included.  

Grade Level:  10-12
Course #:  5350
Length:     1 Semester
Credit(s):  One
Diploma:   Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

Prerequisite:   None

Introduction to Housing and Interior Design is an introductory course essential for those students interested in academic enrichment or a career within the housing, interior design, or furnishings industry.  This course addresses the selection and planning of designed spaces to meet the needs, wants, values, and lifestyles of individuals, families, clients, and communities.  Housing decisions, resources, and options will be explored including factors affecting housing choices and the types of housing available.  Developmental influences on housing and interior environments will also be considered.  Basic historical architectural styling and basic furniture styles will be explored as well as basic identification of the elements and principles of design.  Design and space planning involves evaluating floor plans and reading construction documents while learning to create safe, functional, and aesthetic spaces.  Presentation techniques will be practiced to thoroughly communicate design ideas.  Visual arts concepts will be addresses.  Direct, concrete mathematics proficiencies will be applied.  A project based approach will be utilized requiring higher-order thinking, communication, leadership, and management processes as housing and interior design content is integrated into the design of interior spaces while meeting specific project criteria.  This course provides the foundation for further study and careers in the architecture, construction, housing, interior design, and furnishings industries.

Fulfills a Fine Arts requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma

Grade Level:  10-12
Course #:  5380B
Length:     1 Semester
Credit(s):  One
Diploma:  General, Core 40, Academic Honors, Technical Honors

Required Prerequisite:   Fashion and Textiles  I

Fashion and Textiles Il is a course for those students interested in academic enrichment or a career in the fashion, textile, and apparel industry. This course addresses knowledge and skills related to design, production, acquisition, and distribution in the fashion, textile, and apparel arena. The course includes the study of personal, academic, and career success; careers in the fashion, textile, and apparel industry; factors influencing the merchandising and selection of fashion, textile, and apparel goods and their properties, design, and production; and consumer skills. A project-based approach integrates instruction and laboratory experiences including application of the elements and principles of design, selection, production, alteration, repair and maintenance of apparel and textile products; product research, development, and testing; and application of technical tools and equipment utilized in the industry. Visual arts concepts will be addressed. Direct, concrete mathematics proficiencies will be applied. Laboratory experiences and service learning are part of the curriculum for this course. This course provides the foundation for continuing and post-secondary education in fashion, textile, and apparel-related careers. Portfolio activities are required.

Fulfills a Fine Arts Requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma

Grade Level:  9-12
Course #:  5380A
Length:     1 Semester
Credit(s):  One
Diploma:   Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all Diplomas

Prerequisite:   None

Fashion and Textiles I is a course for those students interested in academic enrichment or a career in the fashion, textile, and apparel industry.   This course addresses knowledge and skills related to design, production, acquisition, and distribution in the fashion, textile, and apparel arena.   The course includes the study of personal, academic, and career success; careers in the fashion, textile, and apparel industry; factors influencing the merchandising and selection of fashion, textile, and apparel goods and their properties, design, and production; and consumer skills.  A project-based approach integrates instruction and laboratory experiences including application of the elements and principles of design; selection, production, alteration, repair and maintenance of apparel and textile products; product research, development, and testing; and application of technical tools and equipment utilized in the industry.  Visual arts concepts will be addressed.  Direct, concrete mathematics proficiencies will be applied.  Laboratory experiences and service learning are part of the curriculum for this course.   This course provides the foundation for continuing and post-secondary education in fashion, textile, and apparel-related careers. Portfolio activities are required.  

Fulfills a Fine Arts Requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma

Grade:  10-12

Course # :   7302

Length:   Full Year

Credits: 1 credit per semester, 2 credits maximum

Diploma:  Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all Diplomas

Possible Dual Credit through Ball State University 

Required Prerequisite: Principles of Fashion & Textiles

Textiles, Apparel, and Merchandising provides a comprehensive overview of the textiles, apparel and merchandising industry specific to fashion-related goods including the nature of fashion, raw materials and production, designers, retailers, and supporting services.

CTE Concentrator A – Fashion and Textiles Pathway

Grade Level:  9-11

Course #:   7301 

Length:      2 Semesters

Credit(s):   1 credit per sem., 2 credits maximum

Diploma:   Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all Diplomas

Possible Dual Credit through Ball State University

Prerequisite: None

Principles of Fashion and Textiles prepares students for occupations and higher education programs of study related to the entire spectrum of careers in the fashion industry. This course builds a foundation that prepares students for all aspects of the fashion creation process. Major topics include: Basic clothing construction techniques, pattern alterations, and use of commercial patterns.

Grade Level: 10-12
Course #:  5360
Length:     1 Semester

Credit(s):   One

Diploma:   Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

Prerequisite:    Child  Development

Advanced Child Development is for students interested in life foundations, academic enrichment, and/or careers related to knowledge of children, child development, and nurturing of children.  The focus of this course addresses issues of child development from age 4 through adolescence.  It builds on the Child Development course, which is a prerequisite.  Advanced Child Development includes the study of professional and ethical issues in child development; child growth and development; child development theories, research, and best practices; child health and wellness; teaching and guiding children; special conditions affecting children; and career exploration in child development and nurturing.  A project-based approach that utilizes higher order thinking, communication, leadership, management, and fundamentals to college and career success is recommended in order to integrate these topics into the study of child development.  This course provides a foundation for continuing and post-secondary education in all careers and areas related to children, child development, and nurturing of children.  

Grade Level:  10-12
Course #:  5362
Length:     1 Semester
Credit(s):  One
Diploma:   Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

Prerequisite:   None

The focus of this course is on research-based nurturing and parenting practices and skills that support positive development of children.  Topics include consideration of the roles, responsibilities and challenges of parenthood; human sexuality; adolescent pregnancy; prenatal development; preparation for birth; the birth process; meeting the physical, social, emotional, intellectual, moral and cultural growth and development needs of infants and children; impacts of heredity, environmental, and family and societal crisis on development of the child; meeting children’s needs for food, clothing, shelter, and care giving; caring for children with special needs; parental resources, services, and agencies; and career awareness.  

Grade Level:  10-12
Course #:  5330
Length:     1 Semester
Credit(s):  One
Diploma:   Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all Diplomas

Prerequisite:   None

Adult Roles and Responsibilities builds knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviors students will need as they prepare to take the next steps toward adulthood in today's ever changing society.  The development of positive relationships and communication skills for acquiring and maintaining a job, for dating and marriage and for the role of parenting are also stressed.  Making healthy lifestyle choices and protecting yourself through personal safety is covered.  The focus is on becoming independent, contributing to society, and being responsible participants in family, community, and career settings.  Consumer choices and decision making related to nutrition and wellness, clothing, housing and finances are covered.  Students will also learn laundry skills.  Careers and career pathways will also be discussed.

Grade Level:  9-12
Course #:  5394
Length:     1 Semester
Credit(s):  One
Diploma:   General, Core 40, Academic Honors, Technical Honors

Prerequisite:   None

Preparing for College & Careers addresses the knowledge, skills, and behaviors all students need to be prepared for success in college, career, and life.  The focus of the course is the impact of today’s choices on tomorrow’s possibilities.  Topics to be addressed include twenty-first century life and career skills; higher order thinking, communication, leadership, and management processes; exploration of personal aptitudes, interests, values, and goals; examining multiple life roles and responsibilities as individuals and family members; planning and building employability skills; transferring school skills to life and work; and managing personal resources.  This course includes reviewing the 16 national career clusters and Indiana’s College and Career Pathways, in-depth investigation of one or more pathways, reviewing graduation plans, developing career plans, and developing personal and career portfolios.  A project based approach, including computer and technology applications, cooperative ventures between school and community, simulations, and real life experiences, is recommended. 

* Required for graduation