ACCOUNTING 1
BUS100 (Semester)
Credits: .5
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Equivalency: .5 credit Personal Finance
Course Description:
Learn to manage financial records for business and personal activities such as financial reporting and reconciling bank statements. Accounting is highly recommended for all students interested in a career in Business or Marketing. College credit available.
ACCOUNTING 2
BUS200 (Semester)
Credits: .5
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisite: Accounting 1
Course Description:
Learn to manage financial records for a corporation by recording business transactions, preparing financial statements, managing payroll, calculating taxes and operating a computerized accounting system. College credit available.
BUSINESS LAW
BUS334 (Semester)
Credits: .5
Grade Level: 10 – 12
Course Description:
Learn about ethics, our legal system and your personal rights and responsibilities. Topics will include criminal and civil law, contracts, insurance, real property, and employment rights.
DIGITAL TOOLS
COM116 (Semester)
Credits: .5
Grade Level: 9 – 12
Course Description:
This course provides students with hands-on experience using today’s technology. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate an entry-level proficiency using the Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Access), Internet use and misuse, digital design, career exploration, and an introduction to HTML. Students will become more efficient and effective utilizing the skills necessary to be academically and professionally successful.
IT ACADEMY 1
COM100 (Semester)
Credits: .5
Grade Level: 9 – 12
Course Description:
Develop proficiency with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint software for school and workplace. Students may earn Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification upon successful completion of Microsoft exam. College credit available.
IT ACADEMY 2
COM200 (Semester)
Credits: .5
Grade Level: 10 – 12
Course Description:
Develop proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Access software for school and workplace. Students may earn Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification upon successful completion of Microsoft exam. College credit available.
COMPUTER SCIENCE FOUNDATIONS
COM180 (Semester)
Credits: .5
Grade Level: 9 – 12
Course Description:
Learn how computers operate and how new computing technologies are invented. Explore the roles we play as consumers, users and developers of technology. Try out computer tools to create games and animations.
AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES
COM195/196 (Year)
Credits: 0.5
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Equivalency: 1.0 credit 3rd Year Math
Course Description:
Use current technology for self-expression and problem solving: programming, abstractions, algorithms, large data sets, the Internet, and cybersecurity concerns will be covered. Students prepare for the AP Computer Science Principles exam. College credit available.
AP COMPUTER SCIENCE A
COM206/207 (Year)
Credits: 0.5 per semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Equivalency: 1.0 credit 3rd Year Math or 1.0 credit Science
Course Description:
Engage in a progression of programming instruction and challenges including common software development and engineering practices. Investigate fundamental programming concepts then focus on object-oriented programming using the Java programming language. Students prepare for the AP Computer Science A exam. College credit available.
MARKETING ESSENTIALS
MAR410 (Semester)
Credits: .5
Grade Level: 9 – 12
Course Description:
Learn about the role marketing plays in our free enterprise system, and why some companies are successful while others fail. Make yourself a valuable employee by learning the Steps to Selling, advertising and public relations skills. DECA participation is recommended. College credit available.
RETAIL STORE
MAR460 (Semester)
Credits: .5, may be repeated for credit
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Marketing Essentials
Course Description:
Gain valuable experience by managing and operating the school store and learn how a business can increase profit and sales productivity. Students plan, organize and implement all components of the student store including ordering, bookkeeping, and personnel management and supervision. May be repeated for credit. College credit available.
SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING
MAR465 (Semester)
Credits: .5
Grade Level: 9 – 12
Course Description:
Learn the basic principles of Marketing and Economics with a special emphasis on sports and entertainment. Create a sample Press Kit to use when applying for Sports and Entertainment positions. College credit available.
PERSONAL FINANCE
HEC315 (Semester)
Credits: .5
Grade Level: 12
Course Description:
Gain the skills and knowledge needed to confidently approach the challenges of managing personal finances. Topics include financial responsibility and decision making, personal income, taxes, savings, investments, banking, credit, debt, insurance, and purchasing goods and services. Students also complete a career exploration and develop employment seeking skills. Fulfills district graduation requirement
FINANCIAL ALGEBRA/BUSINESS MATH (CHS)
MAT368/369 (Year)
Credits: 0.5 per semester
Grade Level: 11 – 12
Equivalency: 1.0 credit 3rd Year Math
Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra 1 and Geometry OR concurrent enrollment in Geometry.
Equipment needed: A graphing calculator (TI-83 Plus, or better).
Course Descriptions:
This class may fulfill the third year math requirement needed for graduation if parent/guardian and school approval are obtained. College credit may be available. In this math course, students increase their math understanding and skills by working with real-world financial situations and problems.. Financial Algebra engages students as they grow in mathematical maturity and expertise throughout their high school years which will help them to succeed in the new global economy. Topics include: Stock Market, Banking Services, Income Taxes, Independent Living, Consumer Credit, Preparing Budgets, and Employment Basics. This class offers College Credit through Edmonds College as a College in High School course.
