PERSONAL FAMILY FINANCE (713031 ) Length: YearAvailable for: 10 - 12 This class may have a fee This course helps prepare students for the choices and challenges of being financially stable throughout life. In this course, students will come to a better understanding of personal and family finance that will help sustain them throughout their lives. Topics include income, money management, spending, consumer protection, risk management, credit, savings and investing. This is a great course for anyone who is interested in learning how to be money smart both now and in the future.
INDIVIDUAL & FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS (713041 ) Length: SemesterAvailable for: 10 - 12 This class may have a fee This course is formally known as Adult Roles. This class prepares students to understand the nature, function, and significance of individual and family relationships. Topics include decision making to set and implement goals, values, communication skills, self-awareness, families, career preparation, dating, marriage, money management and parenting.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT (703001) Length: SemesterAvailable for: 9 - 12This class may have a fee This class is for anyone who enjoys children or who is interested in learning more about them. This class is filled with fun activities and practical information on children that will be beneficial for students throughout life! This course provides students with an understanding of the aspects of human growth and development from birth to toddlers. Learning activities include the Real Care Baby Experience which allows students to see some of the hardships of parenting. This class qualifies students for Early Childhood Education I.
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 1 & 2 (703051 & 703061) Length: YearAvailable for: 11 & 12 This class may have a fee Prerequisite:Child Development Students will learn how to teach preschool age children and will discover some of the job opportunities involved with working with children. Students will teach in the onsite Cougar Cub Preschool. Students will acquire skills that are beneficial for teaching young children. Students will also begin their CDA portfolio! Previous completion of the Child Development course is required.
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 3 (703071) Length: YearAvailable for: 11 & 12 This class may have a fee Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education 1 and Child Development. The primary focus of this class is to complete steps to apply for the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential through hands on, on-site early childhood education experience. This course prepares individuals for careers opportunities in early childhood education. Students will develop lesson plans and implement them as the lead teacher with the preschool students! Experiences include: Program planning and management, resource and facility management, peer mentoring, supervising recreational and play activities, and preparing, implementing and evaluating learning experiences for children.
SEWING CONSTRUCTION & TEXTILES 1 (701501) Length: SemesterAvailable for: 9 - 12 This class may have a fee This course introduces students to basic apparel design and construction skills. These skills prepare students for the exciting global apparel industry, entrepreneurial opportunities, as well as project management in any field. Students will sew apparel and accessory projects. This is a great place for the beginner or someone with a few or no sewing skills. You will learn new techniques as you construct your own projects
SEWING CONSTRUCTION & TEXTILES 2 (701521) Length: SemesterAvailable for: 10 - 12 This class may have a fee Prerequisite:Sewing Construction and Textiles 1 Students will strengthen and broaden apparel design, production, and project management techniques. In this course students will design and construct intermediate level projects using various construction techniques. Preparing students for industry and entrepreneurial opportunities.
FASHION DESIGN STUDIO (701591) Length: SemesterAvailable for: 9 - 12 This class may have a fee This course explores how fashion influences everyday life and introduces students to the fashion industry. Topics covered include fashion fundamentals, elements and principles of design, textiles, consumerism, and fashion related careers, with an emphasis on personal application.
INTERIOR DESIGN1 (700941) Length:SemesterAvailable for: 10 - 12 This class may have a fee This course enables students to explore their creativity in the field of Interior Design. Identification of the elements and principles of design are emphasized. Other topics included are furniture arrangement, floor plan evaluation, area planning, and kitchen design. Talk with your counselor, this course may count towards a fine art graduation requirement.
INTERIOR DESIGN2 (700951) Length: SemesterAvailable for: 11 & 12 This class may have a fee Prerequisite: Interior Design 1 This course enables students the opportunity to develop skills in applying the elements and principles of design to interiors. Projects are integrated throughout the course to provide applications as the student’s study: architecture, furniture styles and constructions, surface treatments and backgrounds, design and function of space and lighting. Field trips are part of this course.
FOOD & NUTRITION (700401) Length: SemesterAvailable for: 9 - 12 This class may have a fee This class is a great way to learn basic cooking skills and good nutrition. You will have the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge by participating in several food preparation labs. You will gain understanding and knowledge to help you meet individual and family food needs.
CULINARY 1 (704701) Length: SemesterAvailable for:9 - 12 This class may have a fee Prerequisite: Food & Nutrition This class is designed to increase your culinary skills. You will discover the relationship of nutrition to good health and well-being. Your understanding of food preparation, consumer economics, and foundational cooking skills will be enhanced. You will also have the opportunity to participate in several food preparation labs
Health Education/Sciences
HEALTH II (607801) Length: SemesterAvailable for:9 - 12 Required class for graduation. The purpose of this course is to provide students with information and skills, which will improve quality of life and help them, develop a healthier lifestyle physically, socially, and mentally. Students register for & take course during their sophomore year. (Recommended)
INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (704001) Will NOT count as a Health II credit Length: Semester Available for: 9 -12This class may have a fee This year long course is a class for students who may want to pursue a health related career. Students will be introduced to a wide variety of careers in health sciences along with information on human anatomy and physiology and consumer health. At the conclusion of this course students should be able to decide if they want to continue the Health Science Career Pathway. Classes to be taken next for the health science pathway are: Medical Terminology, Medical Anatomy and Physiology, Behavioral Health Science, Emergency Medical Responder and the more technical field courses such as: CNA, EMT, Pharmacy Tech, Medical Assisting. This class fills both the .50 Health II required credit as well as .50 CTE credit. Students need to stay in this class for the entire year and pass all 4 quarters to earn the health credit. Students entering late or leaving early will still receive CTE credit but may not receive health credit. A 3.0 GPA and a willingness to work are recommended for this course.
INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY/Health II (704000) Length: YearAvailable for:9 - 12This class may have a fee This is a class for students who may want to pursue a health- related career. Students will be introduced to a wide variety of careers along with information on human anatomy and physiology. Consumer health issues will also be addressed in this year-long class. At the conclusion of this course students should be able to decide if a health career appeals to them, and which classes to take next. Students interested in a more technical field could take nurse aide, EMT, pharmacy tech, or a variety of health science classes. This class earns ½ year of health credit. Students need to stay in this class for the entire year. Students entering late or leaving early will still receive CTE credit but may not receive health credit. A 3.0 GPA and a willingness to work are recommended for this course. The student must pass all 4 quarters to earn the health credit. This class fills both the .50 Health credit as well as .50 CTE credit.
INTRODUCTION TO BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (713001) Length: SemesterAvailable for:9 - 12 This course is an introduction to the Behavioral Health industry. Topics that will be introduced in this foundational level course include understanding self-concept, effective communication, healthy relationships, addictive behaviors, mental health disorders, and protective laws and rights of patients and practitioners. *This course is not designed for the student to diagnose themselves, friends, or family. It is an introduction to the growing behavioral health career field only. Careers found in this pathway include such areas as: counseling, social work, psychology, and marriage and family counseling.
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY (710860 for CE) (704020 non-CE) MA 1100 CE-SLCC Option available Length: YearAvailable for: 10 - 12 Fee: $25.00 book and lab fee + $40.00 SLCC registration fee (optional). If you are interested in going into the medical field or just want to be more knowledgeable when you visit a doctor, this class is a must. Learn the special vocabulary and abbreviations used by healthcare professionals. A variety of teaching methods will enable you to remember familiar words and understand new ones. These methods involve breaking each word into its component parts, learning the meaning of these parts, and recognizing them when they appear in different words and contexts. (CE optional; 9th graders cannot earn concurrent enrollment credit).
MEDICAL ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY (704030) ONE PERIOD BLOCK Length: YearAvailable for: 10- 12 Fee: $15 Health occupations are the fastest growing nationwide employment field. The KHS MAP course is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in Health Science and/or medicine. Using the body systems as a foundation, we will explore human anatomy, physiology, diseases and disorders, as well as explore careers and opportunities in health science. The course will also include hands-on labs, guest speakers, and clinical experiences. Students will also achieve competency in medical terminology, and ethics. This course WILL fill a third-year science requirement.
CE MEDICAL ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY /ADV. HEALTH CASE STUDIES (710830 and 710840) CE WEBER STATE (HTHS 1120) TWO PERIOD BLOCK Length: YearAvailable for:11 & 12 Fee: $60.00 ($30.00 Weber State registration fee.) This MAP course is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in Health Science and/or medicine. Students will explore human anatomy, physiology, diseases and disorders, while creating models of human systems. There will be exploration through dissections and hands-on activities, as well as exploration of careers available in the Health Sciences and Medical fields. This course provides an exciting in-depth experience of the human body that includes specific patient case studies, medical terminology and medical ethics. Discover your future as a health care professional through job shadowing and service-learning experiences. This course will prepare you for success in a variety of health sciences programs. This course WILL fill a third-year science requirement.
EXERCISE SCIENCE/SPORTS MEDICINE (710940 CE) (704300 NON-CE) CE WEBER STATE (RHS 2175)Length: YearAvailable for:11 & 12 Fee: $15 Presents the duties and functions of the certified athletic trainer and their relationship to other allied health care and sports medicine professionals. The course will focus on the fundamental causes, prevention, recognition, care, reconditioning of athletic injuries/illnesses, and program organization and administration. The course will include curriculum involving sports psychology, nutrition, injuries and how they heal, performance enhancement and therapeutic modalities and rehabilitation
EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDER- EMR (704201) Length: SemesterAvailable for:10, 11, & 12 Fee: $30 + American Red Cross Certification American Red Cross Certification This semester course prepares the EMR student to provide prehospital assessment and care for patients of all ages with a variety of medical conditions and traumatic injuries. Areas of study include an introduction to emergency medical services systems, roles and responsibilities of EMRs, medical emergencies, trauma, and special considerations for working in the prehospital setting. Students will earn CPR and First Aid Certifications if Red Cross Certification Exams Passed. Prerequisite: Must have taken one of the following courses and passed before taking this class. Introduction to Health Science, Medical Anatomy and Physiology, CNA Course, MA Course, EMT, Exercise and Sports Science.
Business and Marketing
ACCOUNTING 1 (702101) Length: SemesterAvailable for:9 - 12 This class may have a fee This is an introductory course which helps students learn the skills necessary to run their own business. Students will develop an understanding of the principles and procedures in handling cash, recording in journals and posting entries. Students are introduced to the use of computers for accounting procedures. Additionally, accounting is a highly useful and marketable skill that will help students get jobs after high school.
ACCOUNTING 2(702171) Length: SemesterAvailable for:9 - 12 This class may have a feeStudents will develop advanced skills that build upon those acquired in Accounting I. Additional accounting skills such as reconciling uncollectible accounts, calculating depreciation on assets, interpreting financial information, tax forms, and calculating notes and interest will be developed. Computerized accounting will again be incorporated as an essential tool where resources are available. Prerequisite: Accounting 1.
BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS(702041) Length: SemesterAvailable for:9 - 12 This introductory course will teach students to communicate in a clear, courteous, concise, and correct manner on both the personal and professional levels. Competency will be developed in oral, written, social, technological, employment, and organizational communication. Listening skills will be incorporated throughout the semester. The overriding goal is to provide students with a solid communication base in order to communicate effectively.
DIGITAL BUSINESS APPLICATIONS(702021) Length: SemesterAvailable for:9 - 12 This class may have a feeThe business world is progressively more reliant on digital technologies. The Digital Business Applications course is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills to be an asset to the collaborative, global, and innovative business world of today and tomorrow. Concepts include the overall digital experience, digital communications with audio and video, and the exploration of career choices. This course also provides an understanding of business concepts and professional development in today’s global office. This course meets the Computer Literacy Requirement.
DIGITAL MARKETING(702321) Length: SemesterAvailable for:9 - 12 This course is designed to give students a general background in digital marketing and an introduction to the rapidly growing and evolving career field. Students will be exposed to the fundamental concepts and principals of the digital experience, focus on the learning tools and skills necessary for solving business problems, and developing marketing opportunities. The course will provide practical experience in, but not limited to ecommerce, media planning, branding, online advertising, display advertising, digital campaigns, social media marketing, and mobile media.
ECONOMICS(702261) Length: Semester Available for:9 - 12 This course focuses on the study of economic problems and the methods by which societies solve them. Characteristics of the market economy of the United States and its function in the world and methods of applying economics to one’s life will be explored. This course is a wonderful introduction to a topic that is required for graduation in most university majors.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP(702211) Length: SemesterAvailable for:9 -12 This class may have a fee This course helps students gain an understanding of the business/marketing principles necessary to start and operate a business. Students will first learn basic economic principles related to business ownership. They will identify and assess common traits and skills found in entrepreneurs, explore business opportunities, and compare the risks and rewards of owning a business. The primary focus of the course is to help students understand the process of analyzing a business opportunity, determining feasibility of an idea utilizing research, developing a plan to organize and promote the business and its products/services, and finally, to understand the capital required, the return on investment desired, and the potential for profit.
FINANCIAL LITERACY(690801) Length: SemesterAvailable for:11 & 12 This class may have a fee THIS SEMESTER COURSE FULFILLS A GRADUATION REQUIREMENT! It is recommended that juniors take this class; however, if a student cannot fit it in the junior year, it may be taken in their senior year. This course is perhaps the most important your student will take in high school and helps to prepare students for the choices and challenges of today’s financial markets. A better understanding of personal finance will help students move into adulthood making more informed monetary decisions, realizing a greater potential for personal wealth, and fostering a stronger state and national economy. Topics include income, money management, spending and credit, saving and investing, consumer protection, and risk management.
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT(702201) Length: SemesterAvailable for:9 - 12 This Business Management course seeks to develop sound management concepts within students, as management plays a role in any future employment opportunity. Students can analyze, synthesize, and evaluate data from the other functional areas of business (e.g., marketing, finance, and production/operation). Effective management requires decision-making abilities, long-range planning knowledge, human relations expertise, and motivational skills. Students learn the four basic functions of management: planning, organizing, directing, and controlling.
EXPLORING COMPUTER SCIENCE 1 (702421) Length: SemesterAvailable for:9 - 12 Exploring Computer Science 1 is designed to introduce students to the breadth of the field of computer science through an exploration of engaging and accessible topics. Rather than focusing the entire course on learning software tools or programming languages, the course is designed to focus the conceptual ideas of computing and help students understand why certain tools or languages might be utilized to solve problems. The goal of Exploring Computer Science is to develop in students the computational thinking practices of algorithm development, problem solving and programming within the context of problems that are relevant to the lives of today’s students. Students will also be introduced to topics such as interface design, limits of computers, and societal and ethical issues.
MARKETING(702301) Length: SemesterAvailable for:9 - 12 This class may have a fee This is an introductory course tailored for 9th and 10th grade students, though all grades are welcome, which will teach concepts of entry-level business and marketing functions. The student in Marketing will learn about marketing and business fundamentals and will learn how to create, plan, and produce a new product, how to decide on pricing for the product, where and how to sell this product and how to promote it, using various advertising, publicity, and sales promotions. This is a fast paced and fun course that will be extremely valuable to any student s they move into the career field. With many activities and projects this class is a great introduction to our marketing courses and will help the student be prepared for more advanced marketing classes.
SPORTS MARKETING(702381) Length: SemesterAvailable for:9 - 12 This class may have a fee Why are Super Bowl Ads so expensive? What makes having your company name on an arena worth so much? Who’s the best athlete when it comes to be a corporate spokesperson? Is LeBron James the “king of endorsements”? This course is designed for the student who wants to work in the college or professional sports arenas! An introduction on how to sell advertising, properly display signs, coordinate speakers and activities during athletic contests, and the organization and promotion of the overall sporting activities at Kearns High School. Finally, students will design their own professional sports team from the ground up
Skilled and Technical
AUTO MECHANICS I (705421) Length: SemesterAvailable for:9 - 12 This class may have a feeThis class is intended to teach the student working skills in the use of hand tools found in the automotive and auto body industries. This course familiarizes the students with the proper procedure of disassembly, cleaning, inspection, repair, and assembly of small engine units. These learned skills will prepare the students for Auto 1-2 and Auto Body 1-2. Students will be required to master the skills taught. As with all other auto classes, safety glasses, protective clothing or work clothes are required for shop work. “Used” shop clothing is acceptable and lockers in the shop are available. Approximately 75% of the time will be class work and demonstration and 25% in supervised shop work. Approximately one term will be spent on mechanics and one term on auto body. Auto repair projects will be permitted only if directly related to the current class instruction. Grades will be based on a notebook of class and shop assignments submitted several times each term.
AUTO MECHANICS I(705420- full year) Length: Year Available for:9 - 12 This class may have a feeThis beginning automotive class is designed to teach working skills in the use of automotive hand tools. It will familiarize students with the proper procedures of diagnosing and repairing mechanical units of the automobile. Students will work on some school equipment, but for most shop work, students must provide their own vehicles. These cars or trucks will be used for laboratory exercises like removing and replacing brakes & tune-ups. All student vehicles must be roadworthy by the end of the period. Major repairs (longer than one hour) are beyond the scope of the class. “Emergency” repairs that will take longer than the student’s assigned class period to repair will not be allowed. These projects should be referred to a commercial shop. Appropriate work clothes, and safety glasses are required. The class time will be divided with approximately 2/3 class work and 1/3 hands-on shop work and demonstrations. Grades will be based on a notebook of class and shop assignments.
ADVANCED AUTO REPAIR(705440- Advanced Auto- Chassis) (705480- Advanced Auto- Engine) Length: YearAvailable for:10 - 12 This class may have a feePrerequisite: ASE General Service TechThis course prepares individuals to engage in the servicing and maintenance of all types of automobiles. It includes instruction in the diagnosis of malfunctions and the repair of engines, fuel, electricity/electronics, cooling, brake systems, drive trains, and suspension systems. Instruction is also given in the adjustment and repair of individual components and systems. This course is based on the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) task list. Work ethics and productivity are an integral part of the classroom and lab activities.
WELDING TECH ENTRY(705200) Length: SemesterAvailable for:9 - 12 This class may have a feeStudents will be introduced to oxyacetylene cutting (OFC), plasma cutting (PAC), arc welding (SMAW), and wire feed welding (GMAW). Students will learn through in class lecture, presentations, and lab experiences. Once assigned welds are passed, personal projects may be constructed at the student's own expense.
WELDING TECH INTERMEDIATE(705220) Length: YearAvailable for:10 - 12 This class may have a feeStudents will continue to practice skills learned in the Welding Tech Entry course. In addition, students will learn and practice the following welding processes: flux core arc welding (FCAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), and carbon air arc cutting (CAC). Blueprint reading, including weld symbols, will also be studied. Once assigned welds are passed, personal projects may be constructed at student’s own expense. Prerequisite: Welding Tech Entry.
WELDING TECH ADVANCED(705240) Length: YearAvailable for:11 & 12 This class may have a feeStudents will continue to improve their welding skills learned in previous courses. More advanced techniques will be taught, and students will practice advanced welding. Students can work at their own pace in a differential learning environment. Students will learn advanced blueprint reading and design. Once assigned welds are passed, personal projects may be constructed at student’s own expense. Prerequisite: Welding Tech. Intermediate
WELDING TECH. CE (WLD 1005) (7711921) 2pd. Length: YearAvailable for:11 & 12 This class may have a feeConcurrent enrollment credit available through SLCC. Students will study and practice the following welding processes: oxyacetylene welding (OAW), oxyacetylene cutting (OFC), plasma cutting (PAC), arc welding (SMAW), wire feed welding (GMAW), flux core arc welding (FCAW). Basic blueprint reading, including weld symbols, will also be studied. Once assigned welds are passed, personal projects may be constructed at student’s own expense. Prerequisite: Welding 1-2. SLCC registration fee and credit hour fee.
INTRO/NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING (NDT 1110)(711901) Length: SemesterAvailable for:11 & 12This class may have a feeAn introduction to the five major non-destructive testing methods, certifications requirements, inspector responsibilities, visual testing and the use and operation of gauges.
WOODS 1(705100- semester) (705101-year) Length: Semester/Year Available for:9 - 12 This class may have a feeThis course is the first in a series of woodworking courses. Students will focus on proper and safe use of hand tools, power tools, and machinery. Students will learn layout and design and will complete a project using wood joinery, finishing, and elements of construction. In this year-long course, students will have more opportunity to work in the shop and will be able to complete additional projects over the semester long course. The class fee will cover the cost of the basic projects; additional projects and add project upgrades are available for an additional fee that must be paid by the student.
WOODS 2(705120) Length: YearAvailable for:10 - 12 This class may have a feeThis course builds upon the knowledge and skills learned in Woods 1. Emphasis will be placed on cabinetmaking and case goods (dressers, shelving, etc.). CNC machining and Lean Manufacturing production principles will bel earned and practiced in class. The class fee will cover the cost of the basic projects; additional projects and project upgrades are available for an additional fee that must be paid by the student. Prerequisite: Woodwork 1.
WOODS 3(705140) Length: YearAvailable for:10 - 12 This class may have a feeThis course builds upon the knowledge and skills learned in Woods 1. Students will be able to build project(s) of their own design following approved plans and procedures. They will apply technical knowledge and skills to assemble and finish their project(s). There will be an emphasis on CNC programming as used in the furniture industry. The class fee will cover the cost of the basic projects; additional projects and project upgrades are available for an additional fee that must be paid by the student.
WOODWORKING PERSONAL PROJECTS CE (CMGT 1200) (711701) Length: Year/SemesterAvailable for:11 & 12 This class may have a fee Prerequisite: Woodwork Entry or Woodworking Entry/Intermediate. SLCC registration fee and credit hour fee. This course explores the basic principles of woodworking. Safety will be discussed in depth. Topics include the theory and hands-on application of joinery, design, cut-lists, stock preparation and assembly. An assigned skill building project utilizing techniques such as frame and panel construction. Includes an introduction to use wood veneers as a sustainable practice. Student must register with Salt Lake Community College. Concurrent enrollment 4 credits available through SLCC.
STAGE CREW 1 (691050)Length: Year Available for: 9 - 12 This class may have a fee Prerequisite: Passing grade in Junior High Stage Crew or get approval from KHS Stage Crew teacher. Stage Crew 1 is a year-long technical theater course where you will learn by running the assemblies, musicals, performances & school events here at Kearns High. You will learn through real-life hands-on experience & by providing professional audio/visual support to the Performing Arts, SBO’s, clubs, & sports teams. You will learn to repair, setup & run audio & lighting equipment. You will design, construct & paint sets, & learn proper stage management & maintenance. All students will be required to work after-school on rehearsals & performances. Join us “In Back In Black” to gain amazing skills & serve KHS.
Arts, Audio/Visual Tech & Communications
DIGITAL MEDIA & PHOTOSHOP (CE ART 1080) (710420) Length: Year (4 credits) Available for: 9 - 12 This class may have a feeIn place of the Digital Photo, Logo & Design & the Digital Audio, Video, & Animation courses, you can take this year-long class & earn both high school graduation credits as well as 4 hours of college credits. This course provides you the opportunity to become an intermediate user of professional level photo, graphic, audio, video & animation programs. You will gain the skills to create, produce, & publish all forms of digital media at a high level, for personal, educational, & professional needs. This course will focus on learning the skill of photo editing, graphic design, design concepts, audio, animation, & video creation, & putting them all together in a web portfolio. Great fun, Great skills, College credit.
DIGITAL PHOTO, LOGOS & DESIGN (701321) Length: Semester Available for: 9 - 12 This class may have a feeDigital Photo, Logos, & Design is a semester course that introduces you to the amazing world of digital imagery. You will learn to edit digital photos, create digital drawings, & design graphic art. You will also learn to apply the elements of design in your work & create a personal/professional digital portfolio. You will learn to use professional level visual software as you create your projects. This class is essential to help you gain the skills needed to create impressive digital visual art that you can share with your family & friends, publish for school & college, & use in your future jobs. Cool photos, Fun memes, & Great designs ALSO SEE: Digital Media & Photoshop - CE ART 1080
DIGITAL AUDIO, VIDEO, & ANIMATION (701331) Length: Semester Available for: 9 - 12 This class may have a feeDigital Audio, Video, & Animation is a semester course that introduces you to the exciting & fast-paced field of audio, animation, & video production. You will learn to edit & create music, design sound effects & Podcasts. You will create engaging & entertaining animations & produce short films. You will also create & develop a personal/professional online web portfolio. You will learn to use professional level production software as you create your artwork. This class is essential to help you develop the skills needed to create & share your own amazing audio, animation, & video projects with your family, friends, & followers. Sweat sounds, Amazing animation, & Viral Videos. ALSO SEE: Digital Media & Photoshop - CE ART 1080
DIGITAL MEDIA - ADVANCED PROJECTS (701340) Length: Year Available for: 10 - 12 This class may have a fee Prerequisite: DMPS (CE Art 1080), or Both DPLD & DAVA, or Both Video 1 & 2 Digital Media - Advanced Projects is an advanced media course where you will produce self-directed professional level projects to enhance your digital skills. The projects will include digital imagery (photos & drawings), graphic designs (logos & graphics), audio mixes (musical scores, sound effects, & Podcasts), 2D animation (models & movies), & video productions (short films & music videos). There is also a 3D modeling & animation section in this class. This course is essential for those who want to make digital media a central focus of their educational development, professional career, or personal creative pursuits. Personal projects, Great skills, & More. ALSO SEE: 3D Animation/Computer Graphic Essentials - CE ART 1630
DIGITAL MEDIA 2 - ADVANCED PROJECTS(701330) Length: Year Available for:10 - 12 This class may have a feePrerequisite: DM-Visual Arts & DM-Production Art, or Video Productions 1 & 2 Digital Media 2 is an advanced media course where you will produce self-directed high-quality projects to improve your skills and techniques. The projects will include digital imagery (photos & drawings), graphic designs (logos & marques), audio mixes (musical scores & sound effects), 2D/3D animation (models & movies), and video productions (short films & music videos). This course is excellent for those students who really want to make digital media central part of their educational pursuit, professional career or personal expression.
3D ANIMATION ESSENTIALS/CG (CE Art 1630)(640281) Length: SemesterAvailable for:9 - 12 This class may have a fee Prerequisite: Digital Media Production Arts, Video Productions 1. You can take this semester long concurrent enrollment course as a standalone college level class or in place of the first half of Digital Media 2. You will earn both high school graduation credits as well as 3 hours of college credits. This college level course is an introduction to the theory, design techniques, and computer skills required to properly create 3D images, models, and animation. Hand-drawn style/2D animation principles will be covered as a foundation, but the focus will be creating 3D projects using industry level computer software. It focuses on exploring the fundamentals of scripting, modeling, texturing, lighting, rendering, animation, and compositing while applying the basic and advanced principles of storytelling and design.
TV BROADCASTING (KCTV Live News) (701050)Length: Year Available for: 9 - 12 This class may have a fee TV Broadcasting (KCTV Live) is a year-long news broadcasting course designed to help you become a skilled news broadcast technician & producer. You will be part of a team that produces the live KHS News Broadcast every day. You will learn & work in a real-world fast-paced Newsroom environment as you write news reports, film events, create graphics, & edit audio. You will run studio & control room equipment such as cameras, mics, lights, & switchers. You will work with others to develop & produce engaging stories, creative commercials, entertaining highlight reels, & important News reports. Make a real impact on the school’s environment every day.
VIDEO PRODUCTIONS 1 (Film Making) (701001) Length: SemesterAvailable for: 9 - 12 This class may have a fee Video Productions 1 (K-Town Films) is a semester course designed to introduce you to the world of video/film making. You will learn the skills of storytelling, storyboarding, camera operations, audio/lighting equipment, video editing, & visual effects. You will create several challenging, yet fun videos that will help you develop the skills needed to become a good videographer. You will work to develop your story ideas, analyze plot impact, & produce short films. In this course you will start a video portfolio & gain the skills to create engaging & entertaining videos that you can be proud of. Share films with family, friends, & followers. ALSO SEE Video & Film Production - CE FLM 1045
VIDEO PRODUCTIONS 2 (Film Making) (701011) Length: Semester Available for: 9 - 12 This class may have a fee Video Productions 2 (K-Town Films) is second semester course designed to increase your skills as a videographer, director, & producer. You will produce additional videos such as highlight reels, commercials, music videos, comedies, & short films. You will increase your films production value skills by developing your storytelling abilities, preparing shoot locations, directing your actors, manually controlling your camera/audio/lighting equipment, & employing advanced editing techniques & visual effects. You will increase your ability to produce high quality videos that you can share with others & enter in film festivals. Tell your story, Film the moment, Impress your followers. ALSO SEE Video & Film Production - CE FLM 1045
Video & Film Production (CE FLM 1045) (708280)Length: Year (4 credits) Available for: 11 & 12 This class may have a fee In place of Video Productions 1 & 2, you can as a junior or senior, can take this year-long class & earn both high school graduation credits, as well as 4 hours of college credit. This course will give you the skills to be an effective crew member in any technical area of videography. You will develop the skills of pre-production planning, complete on-site production setup of lights, sound, & filming, & master the post-production work of editing on each video project. This course is essential/required for all film majors & to allow you to express your personal creativity, share your stories, & have a professional career in film. Film the moment, Tell your story, College credit.
GRAPHICS PRINT DESIGN 1 (701140) Length: Year Available for: 9 - 12 Fee: $15 per semester This course is designed to be a continuation of Introduction to Graphics. The course prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge in the areas of shop safety, printing processes, finishing & binding, and professional skills. The course includes instruction and hands-on projects in printing, printing equipment and operation, computer hardware, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, digital imaging, print preparation, and electronic prepress.
GRAPHICS PRINT DESIGN 2 (701150)Length: Year Available for: 10 - 12 Fee: $15 per semester This course is designed to be a continuation of Graphics Print Design 1. Create, produce, and reproduce visual graphics that communicate to an audience. Develop knowledge and skills relative to the graphic design & printing industries. This course prepares students to begin a career in the graphic design and printing industries by applying effective principles and techniques to project designs and printing various hands-on projects for themselves and customers.
GRAPHICS PRINT DESIGN 3 (701161) Length: Year Available for: 10 - 12 Fee: $15 per semester This course is designed to be a extension of Graphics Print Design 2. Create, produce, and reproduce visual graphics that communicate to an audience. Develop knowledge and skills relative to the graphic design & printing industries. This course prepares students to begin a career in the graphic design and printing industries by applying effective principles and techniques to project designs and printing various hands-on projects for themselves and customers.
WEB DEVELOPMENT 1 Length: Semester Available for: 9 - 12 This class may have a fee Students who desire an introduction to web development pages using HTML5, tables, frames, input forms and cascading style sheets. Prior web development is not a requirement for this course. During the successful completion of class assignments students will build their own personal websites and maintain their on-going structure and design changes.
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LAW ENFORCEMENT(704801) Length: Semester Available for:11 & 12 This class may have a fee This course is designed as a general introduction into the criminal justice system. Law enforcement is just one aspect of this system but will be the focus of the course. Students will be introduced to professionals in law enforcement and be given a proper perspective of police work and what motivates officers to conduct themselves the way they do. Gain a better understanding of our laws, how they work, and how they affect each of us daily.
TAP Teaching as a Profession 1(703121) Length: Semester Available for:9- 12 This class may have a fee This course is designed to introduce students to the role and positive influence of an effective educator. Students will explore various careers in education and develop employability skills to become a successful professional. Students will understand the value of multiculturalism and diversity in the classroom and how it enhances individual student learning. Students will identify instructional strategies and understand the role of technology and feedback in student engagement.