Welcome to Career and Technical Education
The Renton School District strongly believes that career exploration, career planning, and high school transitional activities are necessary components of a comprehensive educational program.
Career and College Readiness
- Welcome
- Career and College Readiness
- Career Awareness & Exploration
- Make a Plan
- Graduate High School
- Successful Post-Secondary Transition
Welcome
Career and College Readiness
Today's students need to prepare for a future that is different from previous generations (see video below).
In 2018 Harvard University predicted that only 33% of all jobs will require a 4-year degree or higher, while the overwhelming majority (57%) will be middle-skilled jobs requiring training at the credential or associate degree level.
Follow these five steps to prepare for your future!
Career Awareness & Exploration
Career Preparation is the term used to describe a variety of activities that are available during students' education in order to prepare them for success beyond their K-12 experience. The Renton School District facilitates a variety of opportunities for students to become prepared for the future. A core value is to ensure that there is equity and access for all students.
Four steps you can take to explore career options:
- Become familiar with Career Cruising
- Visit your high school Career Center
- Enroll in CTE Courses
- Participate in Career Connected Learning opportunities
Make a Plan
Graduation Resources
After High School Resources
Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships offer benefits...
Modern apprenticeships...
How to Become a Skilled Tradesperson
Apprenticeship Options
College and University
WA State Community and Technical Colleges
Washington College Access Network
Job Market
Top 16 Jobs That Require Little or No Experience
Best Retailers To Work For
Opportunity Without a College Degree
Military
Today's Military
Military planning for high school students
Which Branch Of The Military Should I Join?
Completing a High School and Beyond Plan is required for high school graduation. But beyond that, what are the benefits of a dynamic and meaningful plan?
Keep your options open
- Start out with general ideas in middle school and gradually hone in on things as you progress through high school
- Don't rule out any particular after-high-school option. The careers that interest you in your Senior year may be different than those you thought were interesting in 8th or 9th grade.
Maximize your effort
- As you plan out the courses that interest you, consider
- Dual credit courses (high school courses that offer college credit)
- Cross-credit courses (courses that can satisfy different graduation requirements - for example, CTE requirement or science requirement)
- Courses that offer Industry Certification options
Avoid surprises
- Some courses may require a prerequisite (prior) course
- Colleges/Universities may require specific courses be taken in high school
Reduce stress
- Graduating high school into the wider world can be stressful. By starting your plan early and updating it as you progress through high school, you will be better prepared for the next stage of your life.
Exact requirements for your High School and Beyond Plan differ by high school. Check with your counselor or Career Center for details.
Graduate High School
- 1. Complete minimum credit requirements
- 2. Pass state tests (or approved alternatives)
- 3. Complete a High School and Beyond Plan
- 4. Complete at least of 20 Community Service hours
1. Complete minimum credit requirements
Graduating high school is universally accepted as a critical step to a bright future. Among other things, high school graduates*:
- are more likely to be employed, make higher taxable income, and aid in job generation
- earn a national average of $8,000 more annually compared to high school dropouts
The Renton School District requires 4 components for high school graduation.
1. Complete minimum credit requirements
- Because of the transition from semesters to trimesters, see minimum credits below
Subject |
Class of 2021 and beyond- Standard |
Class of 2021 and beyond Personalized Pathway* |
Class of 2018-2020 |
English |
4 |
4 |
4 |
Mathematics |
3 |
3 |
3 |
Science (including 1 lab credit) |
3 |
3 |
2 |
Social Studies |
3 |
3 |
3 |
Health and Fitness |
2 |
2 |
2 |
World Languages |
2 |
|
|
Personalized Pathway* |
|
3 |
|
Occupational Education |
|
|
1 |
Career & Technical Education |
1 |
1 |
|
Electives |
4 |
4 |
6 |
Any subject or additional elective |
2 |
2 |
|
Total High School Credit Requirements |
26 |
26 |
22 |
2. Pass state tests (or approved alternatives)
2. Pass state tests (or approved alternatives)
- English Language Arts - Students must pass the 11th grade Smarter Balanced ELA Test or a state-approved alternative.
- Math - Students must pass the 11th grade Smarter Balanced Math Test or state-approved alternative.
- Science (starting with Class of 2021) - Students must pass the Washington Comprehensive Assessment of Science or a state-approved alternative.
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3. Complete a High School and Beyond Plan
3. Complete a High School and Beyond Plan
- All students must develop a High School and Beyond Plan showing how they will meet the high school graduation requirements and what they will do following high school. A student’s plan starts in middle school and is revised as he/she moves forward through high school.
- Exact requirements differ by high school. Check with your counselor for details.
- Minimum required elements of the High School and Beyond Plan are:
- Begins in 7th or 8th grade
- Identification of career goals based on a career interest and skills inventory or assessment
- Identification of educational goals
- A four-year course plan that fulfills graduation requirements and aligns with career and educational goals
- A resume or activity log by the end of twelfth grade that provides a written compilation of student’s education, any work experience, and any community service
4. Complete at least of 20 Community Service hours
4. Complete at least of 20 Community Service hours
Successful Post-Secondary Transition
Congratulations! At this point, you have an idea of what sort of career you would like, you've made a plan, developed some transferable skills along the way, and have graduated high school.
This may be the first time that you are living apart from family and friends and common challenges such as money management, time management, how to ask for help, and where to find inspiration. See the tabs below for more information.
Successful Post-Secondary Transition
Money management
Money management
Even if you have taken a financial literacy course in high school, you may find your real life finances to be challenging. Explore this comprehensive directory of personal finance blogs, books, podcasts, etc.
Time management
Asking for help
And when you need some inspiration...
And when you need some inspiration...
CTE in the Renton School District
CTE in the Renton School District
- Welcome
- CTE in the Renton School District
- CTE Courses
- Career Pathways/Programs of Study
- Career Connected Learning
- Extended Learning
- Renton Community and Business Connections
- CTE Communications
Welcome
CTE in the Renton School District
Renton School District CTE programs utilize innovative learning models to deliver curriculum that is relevant to current workplace demands and in line with industry standards. One of the strengths of the program is the strong partnership between CTE staff, the business community, the City of Renton, and community-based organizations.
Our goal is to help students:
- identify their strengths
- explore a variety of career options
- connect instructional activities to areas of interest
- interact with the business community at large
- prepare for education beyond high school
Career and Technical Education courses, both at the middle school and high school level, challenge students to develop academic, technical and personal skills through relevant and integrated learning experiences.
CTE in the Renton School District integrates the following:
CTE TEACHER SPOTLIGHT
Tom Walker
Teaches at Hazen High School
Courses: Healthcare Career Exploration, Healthcare Core Skills, CERT, Emergency Medicine, Sports Medicine
CTSO advisor for HOSA
Recognition: 2019 Outstanding Secondary Teacher
Other: Outside of school, Mr. Walker is an active Volunteer Fire Fighter / EMT with Eastside Fire & Rescue.
Aerospace/Advanced Manufacturing Program
Teacher Academy Program
CTE Courses
CTE courses are rigorous instructional programs that expose students to a wide range of high-wage, high-demand careers. In additition to course-specific content, CTE courses include instruction in transferable skills and exposure to Career Connected Learning.
Below is an alphabetical list of CTE courses offered in the Renton School District. For course descriptions click on the course names. See COURSE NOTES for dual credit and cross-credit opportunities.
CTE Courses
High School CTE Courses
High School CTE Courses
- Accounting
- Aerospace/Advanced Manufacturing
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Art
- Ceramics
- Business Law
- CAD
- Career & College Prep
- Child Development
Accounting
ACCOUNTING A PVO070
Accounting A-D is a sequence of courses in which students learn principles, terminology, procedures and applications that will give them the basic skills necessary to perform bookkeeping and accounting functions. The second year study includes procedures and automated accounting on computers, simulations, and analysis of budget financial statements.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
ACCOUNTING B PVO071
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: PVO070 - ACCOUNTING A
ACCOUNTING C PVO020
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: PVO070 - ACCOUNTING A or PVO071 - ACCOUNTING B
ACCOUNTING D PVO021
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: PVO020 - ACCOUNTING C
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Aerospace/Advanced Manufacturing
AEROSPACE/ADVANCED MANUFACTURING A PVO013
Students work individually and collaboratively to explore the aerospace industry by utilizing Boeing CORE Plus curriculum as a foundation along with field trips and guest speakers, students learn the skills they will need to gain employment in an entry level aerospace / manufacturing position. Topics of study include safety, measurement, print reading, electricity, corrosion, FAA regulations, and work readiness. Students engage in hands-on learning experiences where they practice the topics taught in a variety of projects which simulate the environment of the production floor.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO014 - AEROSPACE/ADVANCED MANUFACTURING B
If you take this course, you must also take PVO015 - AEROSPACE/ADVANCED MANUFACTURING C
AEROSPACE/ADVANCED MANUFACTURING B PVO014
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO013 - AEROSPACE/ADVANCED MANUFACTURING A
If you take this course, you must also take PVO015 - AEROSPACE/ADVANCED MANUFACTURING C
AEROSPACE/ADVANCED MANUFACTURING C PVO015
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO014 - AEROSPACE/ADVANCED MANUFACTURING B
If you take this course, you must also take PVO013 - AEROSPACE/ADVANCED MANUFACTURING A
Go to the Skilled and Technical Sciences Pathway page to see related courses
Anatomy & Physiology
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY
All A&P courses will address medical terminology; anatomic organization; growth and development; response to stress, disease & injury, and some overlap of anatomy from other units to reinforce the dependency each of our body systems have with each other. The courses of the A&P sequence are designed to prepare students for both confidence and success in certificate-level healthcare programs through the collegiate zoology or human anatomy and physiology courses required for more advanced healthcare careers.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a 3rd science lab credit or CTE credit.
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY A PSC043
Anatomy & Physiology A focuses on the systems related to locomotion: skeletal and muscular systems. Emphasis on anatomy and function of the connective and muscular cells and tissues, bones and boney landmarks, joints and joint structures, and skeletal muscles. Course includes modeling, tissue and virtual lab experiences but does not include dissections.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 10
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY B PSC044
Anatomy & Physiology B focuses on the systems related to control & protection: nervous, endocrine, lymphatic & immune and integumentary systems. Emphasis is on anatomy and function of the brain, special sensory organs, disease & immune response, and the skin. Course includes modeling, sensory, dissection, and virtual lab experiences.CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 10
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY C PSC045
Anatomy & Physiology C focuses on the systems related to biological maintenance and energy transfer: cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. Emphasis is on anatomy and function of the heart & blood vessels, lungs, food & waste processing, and reproduction. Course includes modeling, dissection, live, and virtual lab experiences.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 10
Go to the Health Sciences Pathway page to see related courses
Art
AP STUDIO ART: 3-D DESIGN PORTFOLIO A PFA013
Expand your idea of what Art (and fashion) can be. Through the lens of fashion, students will develop portfolios that show quality design decisions, investigate a strong underlying visual idea, and demonstrate a range of abilities and versatility. This is 3D art, so you will create actual fashion pieces (not just drawings).
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take AP STUDIO ART: 3-D DESIGN PORTFOLIO B
AP STUDIO ART: 3-D DESIGN PORTFOLIO B PFA014
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take AP STUDIO ART: 3-D DESIGN PORTFOLIO A
ART I PFA041
Utilizing the broad categories of drawing and painting, emphasis is on developing basic techniques and understanding the elements of art and principles of design. Instruction also aims at enhancing appreciation of art and attitudes toward art in society. Art I and II may be taken in any order, as techniques, mediums and/or projects will be different.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
ART II PFA042
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
IB VISUAL ART HL A PFA001
First in a sequence of five courses. Students will develop analytical skills in problem-solving and divergent thinking, while working towards technical proficiency and confidence as art-makers. In addition to exploring and comparing visual arts from different perspectives and in different contexts, students are expected to engage in, experiment with and critically reflect upon a wide range of contemporary practices and media.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a Fine Arts credit or CTE credit. This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take IB VISUAL ART HL B, C, D and E
IB VISUAL ART HL B PFA002
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take IB VISUAL ART HL A, C, D and E
IB VISUAL ART HL C PFA003
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take IB VISUAL ART HL A, B, D and E
IB VISUAL ART HL D PFA004
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take IB VISUAL ART HL A, B, C and E
IB VISUAL ART HL E PFA005
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take IB VISUAL ART HL A, B, C and D
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Ceramics
CERAMICS I PFA043
Both courses focus primarily on hand building techniques, complimentary surface decoration methods and the glazing process/application. Courses may be taken in any sequence since different skills and techniques are taught in I and II. While many students choose to build functional items (ceramic pinch pots, mugs, coil pots, slab tiles & boxes, wall pockets), more sculptural options are available. Depending on student interest and time, basic wheel techniques will also be taught.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
CERAMICS II PFA044
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
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Business Law
BUSINESS LAW PVO041
This course covers the legal aspects of everyday life. Students will increase their awareness of the legal system in their lives by learning about civil and criminal law, contracts, employment, business organizations and other types of law.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
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CAD
COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING (CAD) PFA047
Have you ever wondered how to convert your imagination into creating products like automobiles, buildings, or even content for computer games? We can learn by starting at a basic level of drawing with traditional drafting tools and pencils on paper. Soon we will be using simplified step by step demonstrations to create cool computer aided drawings. Within weeks, through guided hands-on instruction we will be making three dimensional computerized models of products used in the construction and manufacturing industries.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
CAD ARCHITECTURE PFA048
Have you ever thought about how to design and build a house, maybe your dream home? In this course, we will use some very cool computer tools to create and furnish your own virtual three-dimensional residence in which you can simulate walk throughs. We’ll look at some exciting examples of modern buildings designed by the professionals and explore well-paid career opportunities in architecture, interior design, engineering, and construction management.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
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Career & College Prep
CAREER & COLLEGE PREP PVO040
What does it take to be successful in a career and/or college? Explore career pathways and the educational routes to get where you want to be. Learn about employability skills, human relations, workplace safety, leadership, and other skills that will help you progress up a career ladder. Personal finance skills, as they relate to managing your paycheck, are also explored. Field trips to work sites, community and technical colleges, and universities may be part of the instructional delivery.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
This course is suitable for all Career Pathways.
Child Development
CHILD DEVELOPMENT PVO063
This course explores the importance of understanding a child as an individual in regard to the child’s growth psychologically, socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. Students will learn about developmental theories, family structures, heredity, parenting styles, prenatal development, labor and delivery, and the needs of children from birth through age six. Students will care for a RealCare baby simulator (or complete an alternate assignment) in order to find out what it is really like to be the parent of an infant. Who should take this course: people who plan to work with children in any capacity (teacher, pediatrician, childcare, etc.), people who may work in business or marketing careers that deal with children or children’s products, and those who plan to be parents at some point in their lives.
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
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- Computer Technologies - Computer Science and Programming
- Computer Technologies - Cyber Security and Networking
- Computer Technologies - User Support
- Construction Technology
- Culinary
- Economics
- Emergency Medicine
- Entrepreneurship
- Environmental Science
Computer Technologies - Computer Science and Programming
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING I PMA147
These Computer Programming trimesters can be taken in any order and are designed for beginning programmers who want to gain introductory level experience in an object-oriented environment.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a 3rd year Math credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING II PMA148
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
AP COMPUTER SCIENCE A PMA138
AP Computer Science is a fast-paced course meant to replicate a college introductory programming class, it is designed for students who have an interest in computer related careers. Students need good problem solving skills and a willingness to work hard. Students will be learning JAVA, with emphasis on problem solving, computer science theory and program syntax.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a 3rd year Math credit or CTE credit. This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Algebra I-A, B.
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PMA139 - AP COMPUTER SCIENCE B and PMA140 - AP COMPUTER SCIENCE C: Java
AP COMPUTER SCIENCE B PMA139
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PMA138 - AP COMPUTER SCIENCE A and PMA140 - AP COMPUTER SCIENCE C: Java
AP COMPUTER SCIENCE C: Java PMA140
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PMA138 - AP COMPUTER SCIENCE A and PMA139 - AP COMPUTER SCIENCE B
CREDIT EQUIVALENTS: PMA155 - JAVA GAME PROGRAMMING is a similar course and you will not receive credit for taking both.
AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES A PMA144
Jumpstart your ability to secure a job! This class was created specifically to address the skills employers say are lacking in every industry. AP Computer Science Principles will give students the opportunity to use technology to address real-world problems and build relevant solutions. The course focuses on the innovative aspects of computing as well as the computational thinking practices that help students see how computing is relevant to many areas of their everyday lives. The course will introduce students to programming, abstractions, algorithms, large data sets, the Internet, cybersecurity concerns, and computing impacts. Bonus! This course will expose you to great jobs in computer science that you may not be aware of.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a 3rd year Math credit or CTE credit. This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PMA145 - AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES B
If you take this course, you must also take PMA146 - AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES C: JavaScript
AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES B PMA145
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PMA144 - AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES A and PMA146 - AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES C: JavaScript
AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES C: JavaScript PMA146
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PMA144 - AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES A and PMA145 - AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES B
JAVA GAME PROGRAMMING PMA155
This course is the optional, but recommended follow up course for AP Computer Science. Develop your Java skills while reviewing for the AP test through game-related projects. Expand your opportunities with this popular, cross-platform programming language.
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: AP Computer Science or teacher permission.
CREDIT EQUIVALENTS: PMA140 - AP COMPUTER SCIENCE C: Java is a similar course and you will not receive credit for taking both.
JAVASCRIPT PROGRAMMING PMA156
This course is the optional, but recommended follow up course for AP Computer Science Principles. Review for the AP test while learning this popular web programming language. JavaScript can be described as the language that makes up the behavior of a page. As most languages consist of being server side, the advantages of being front-end make it a much more interactive experience for the users.
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: AP Computer Science Principles A and B or teacher permission.
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Computer Technologies - Cyber Security and Networking
CYBER SECURITY PVO066
As the awareness of cybercrime and data breaches grows, professionals who can protect digital space are sought after in nearly every industry. In fact, information security jobs are expected to increase by 18 percent through 2024, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). That’s more than twice the 7 percent average growth rate for all occupations. Explore if this career field is for you through hands-on computer activities/projects.
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
NETWORKING TECHNOLOGY A PVO080
Who is this course for? This is a hands-on course intended for students with an interest in a career in computer information systems. This is a one or two trimester course that provides students with classroom and laboratory experience in current and emerging network technology. Instruction includes, network terminology and protocols, LANs, WANs, cabling, router programming, ethernet, TCP/IP, and network standards.
Students in the second trimester are introduced to: switches and virtual local area network (VLAN) design, configuration and maintenance. At the end of this course students will be prepared to take the CompTIA Net+ certification exam.
COURSE NOTE: Students planning on passing the certification exam should take two trimesters.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 10-12
NETWORKING TECHNOLOGY B PVO081
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 10-12
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Computer Technologies - User Support
STUDENT TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT A PVO078
In this class, students will participate in a technology support team going from classroom to classroom supporting teachers and students. Students will also learn about computer hardware that will prepare them to earn the CompTIA A+ industry certification. In this course the students will be helping teachers and other students to use new technology and software.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 10-12
STUDENT TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT B PVO079
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 10-12
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Construction Technology
CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY I PVO042
Students will focus on the construction industry and skill development will include safety, building foundations, framing, roofing, electrical, and finish work. Instruction will also include activities intended to develop leadership, teamwork, production and process skills. Students will be exposed to a variety of careers and provided the information necessary to make meaningful career and post-secondary training choices.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY II PVO043
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
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Culinary
CULINARY FOUNDATIONS PVO035
Culinary Foundations is a prerequisite for all other culinary courses. Culinary Foundations focuses on basic cooking knowledge and techniques, introduction to the food service industry, and food safety/and sanitation.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
BAKING & PASTRY PVO036
The baking and pastry course is an advanced culinary class that explores the science and art behind baking. Through classroom instruction and practical lab work, students will discover how to make quick and yeast breads, mousses, sauces, custards, cakes, cookies and confections. Decorating techniques with chocolate and sugar work, candies and plating will also be mastered.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: PVO035 - CULINARY FOUNDATIONS
GOURMET FOODS PVO037
Gourmet Foods explores advanced culinary techniques. Take this course to enhance knife skills, master different dry and wet cooking methods, and explore a variety of foods in numerous practice labs. Students will explore specialty techniques and ingredients used to create many dishes and improve skills in customizing recipes. Students will also practice garnishing techniques, and learn how to plate elegant and sophisticated foods. This course is one of the many pathways for students who are planning to pursue a degree in the culinary arts, as well as culinary enthusiasts.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: PVO035 - CULINARY FOUNDATIONS
INTERNATIONAL FOODS PVO038
This trimester course provides students with information about food customs, as well as the opportunity to prepare and taste foods of different ethnic groups. This course is for the student who wishes to prepare a variety of foods originating from all over the world. Various regions of the world will be covered including North America, Latin America, Europe, the Mediterranean, Asia, and the Middle-East, among others. Students will study patterns of family meals, current customs and food habits, and cooking techniques and equipment unique to those countries. Lab experiences will provide opportunities to prepare and taste foods from around the world.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: PVO035 - CULINARY FOUNDATIONS
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Economics
AP MACROECONOMICS PSS037
Macroeconomics is designed to give students a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to an economic system. Emphasis is placed on the study of national income and price determination, and developing familiarity with economic performance measures, economic growth, and international economics.
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 10-12
AP MICROECONOMICS PSS036
The Microeconomics course provides students with a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to the functions of individual decision makers, both consumers and producers, within the larger economic system. It places primary emphasis on the nature and functions of product markets, and includes the study of factor markets and of the role of government in promoting greater efficiency and equity in the economy.
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 10-12
INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS PSS038
Everyone has heard that we now live in a "global economy," but what exactly does that mean and how might it affect you? This course is the optional, but recommended follow up course for both AP Micro and Macro Economics. Make sure you are ready for the AP tests while learning about the pros and cons of a world economy.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: AP Economics or teacher permission.
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Emergency Medicine
CERT: COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM PVO067
CERT stands for Community Emergency Response Team, a FEMA-organized system designed to provide skills for local responders to disasters. While the skills and knowledge serve as a great foundation to those intending to pursue careers in emergency medicine and emergency / disaster management, they improve every healthcare provider’s ability to respond to emergencies when emergency services are delayed or not available. Students will learn disaster preparedness, fire & utilities safety, disaster medical operations, light urban search & rescue, disaster psychology, and emergency communications. Upon successful completion of training, students will receive certification in the incident management system used in both local and national emergency responses. While practice and assessment scenarios will be utilized in class, students may also have the opportunity to participate in opportunities outside of school hours in mock disaster drills, both as simulated patients and as rescuers.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
EMERGENCY MEDICINE A PVO022
The Emergency Medicine sequence introduces students to the knowledge and skills needed in careers related to emergency care such as: EMT/Paramedic, ski-patrol, search & rescue, and emergency room technicians / nurses / physicians. Emergency Medicine A is focused on patient assessment, cardiac & respiratory emergencies, prevention and treatment of shock, and the role of EMS in the healthcare system. Emergency Medicine B focuses on bleeding control, splinting & immobilization, non-cardiac medical emergencies, mass casualty incidents, and EMS operations. Completion of the 2-course sequence prepares students for success in the King County EMS, North Seattle College, or Green River College EMT programs. Mastery may allow participants more competitive access to these programs. Upon successful completion of training, students will receive certification in in basic life support, Bloodborne Pathogens, and emergency incident management.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 10-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO023 - EMERGENCY MEDICINE B
EMERGENCY MEDICINE B PVO023
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 10-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO022 - EMERGENCY MEDICINE A
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Entrepreneurship
ENTREPRENEURSHIP PVO062
According to the Global Entrepreneurship and Development Index, the United States provides the best environment for cultivating entrepreneurship, ranking 1st out of 138 countries. Is it a fit for you? Learn about what makes a successful entrepreneur and the pros/cons of starting your own business.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
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Environmental Science
AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE A PSC040
The goal of the AP Environmental Science course is to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and human-made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a 3rd science lab credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 11
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PSC041 - AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE B and PSC042 - AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE C
AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE B PSC041
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a 3rd science lab credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 11
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PSC040 - AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE A and PSC042 - AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE C
AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE C PSC042
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a 3rd science lab credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 11
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PSC041 - AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE B and PSC040 - AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE A
IB ENVIRO SYSTEMS & SOC SL A PSC034
IB Environmental Systems courses prepare students to take the International Baccalaureate Environmental Systems exam at the Standard level by providing them with the knowledge, methods, and techniques to understand the nature and functioning of natural systems, the relationships that affect environmental equilibrium, and human impact on the biosphere. Topics also include ecosystem integrity and sustainability, students' own relationships to the environment, and the nature of internationalism in resolving major environmental issues.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a 3rd science lab credit or CTE credit. This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PSC035 - IB ENVIRO SYSTEMS & SOC SL B and C
IB ENVIRO SYSTEMS & SOC SL B PSC035
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a 3rd science lab credit or CTE credit. This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PSC034 - IB ENVIRO SYSTEMS & SOC SL A and C
IB ENVIRO SYSTEMS & SOC SL C PSC036
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a 3rd science lab credit or CTE credit. This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PSC034 - IB ENVIRO SYSTEMS & SOC SL A and B
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- Exercise Science
- Financial Algebra
- Health
- Health Sciences Core Courses
- High School Success Seminar
- IB Business & Manangement
- Independent Living
- Industrial Technology
- IT Academy
Exercise Science
COMPONENTS OF FITNESS PPE003
This class provides the student with introductory skills and knowledge needed to pursue interests and careers in Exercise Science. This knowledge is used by personal trainers, coaches, strength and conditioning specialists, exercise physiologists, physical therapists, athletic trainers, and sports equipment designers. The coursework examines the foundations of exercise and physical activity needed for people to optimize their fitness and health. Students will examine their own abilities to determine plans for achieving their own fitness goals and learn to apply that understanding to create fitness programs for patients or clients based on individualized needs. Students will suit up and spend time in the gym, weight room, and fields in this course to the concepts of each component of fitness into practice.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a PE credit or CTE credit.
This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
CREDIT EQUIVALENTS: PPE007 - PE FOUNDATIONS A is a similar course and you will not receive credit for taking both.
SCIENCE OF EXERCISE PSC050
Ever wondered how science applies to what you do every day? Science of Exercise builds upon knowledge gained from fitness courses to allow students to explore how the body responds to physical activity. The course includes field-based scientific lab and virtual lab experiences to gain skills used by fitness and healthcare professionals working in exercise physiology, athletic training, cardiac rehabilitation, physical therapy, and even in the design of sports equipment.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a 3rd science lab credit or CTE credit.
This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Components of Fitness or Freshman PE.
IB SPORT, EXERCISE, HEALTH SL A PSC037
This course explores the study of the science that underpins physical performance. It incorporates the traditional disciplines of anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, psychology and nutrition. Students cover a range of topics and carry out practical (experimental) investigations in both laboratory and field settings.
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PSC038 - IB SPORT, EXERCISE, HEALTH SL B and PSC039 - IB SPORT, EXERCISE, HEALTH SL C
IB SPORT, EXERCISE, HEALTH SL B PSC038
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PSC037 - IB SPORT, EXERCISE, HEALTH SL A and PSC039 - IB SPORT, EXERCISE, HEALTH SL C
IB SPORT, EXERCISE, HEALTH SL C PSC039
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PSC037 - IB SPORT, EXERCISE, HEALTH SL A and PSC038 - IB SPORT, EXERCISE, HEALTH SL B
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Financial Algebra
FINANCIAL ALGEBRA A PMA151
Math that matters! Take your first step to financial freedom. Financial Algebra focuses on problem solving as related to: the stock market, modeling a business, banking, consumer credit, automobile ownership, employment basics, income taxes, planning for retirement, and preparing a budget. Learn math that will benefit you for the rest of your life!
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a 3rd year Math credit or CTE credit. This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PMA152 - FINANCIAL ALGEBRA B
FINANCIAL ALGEBRA B PMA152
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a 3rd year Math credit or CTE credit. This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PMA151 - FINANCIAL ALGEBRA A
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Health
HEALTH PPE001
Health is designed to prepare students for lifelong decision-making, problem solving, and health and wellness management. The focus is on helping students assume an active role in developing healthy lifestyles for themselves and others. Class topics include wellness, mental/emotional health, drug and alcohol prevention, nutrition, fitness, CPR/AED, and human reproduction.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a Health credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
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Health Sciences Core Courses
HEALTHCARE CAREER EXPLORATION PVO030
Explore the high-demand, high-wage career field of healthcare. Students will learn about all five health science strands: Diagnostic, Therapeutic, Health Informatics, Health Support Services, and Biotechnology & Research. You may be surprised to know that some healthcare careers require less than a year of post-secondary training. Discover certificate/degree “stacking” opportunities, where once you earn your first certificate/degree, you can begin working while progressing towards the next level of certificate/degree. Students will also study a variety of healthcare related topics such as ethics, confidentiality, safety regulations, licensure, and professional behavior.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
HEALTHCARE CORE SKILLS PVO028
Students will learn foundational skills and knowledge critical to success in nursing, sports medicine, emergency medicine, rehabilitation, and others. The content serves as a basis for those intending to pursue educational programs from single quarter certification programs through programs requiring 4-year degrees such as medical school. Students will have the opportunity to receive certification in: CPR/First Aid, HIV/AIDS Education, and Bloodborne Pathogens. Fees for individual certifications may apply.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY PVO029
Medical Terminology is designed to prepare students for further study and training in the field of healthcare. Students will study the fundamentals of medical terminology with emphasis on basic rules, vocabulary, pronunciation, and abbreviations related to body structure and anatomical systems. Students will also gain an understanding of pathologies, medical procedures, and medical specialties.
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Permission of Instructor.
Also see Anatomy & Physiology
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High School Success Seminar
HIGH SCHOOL SUCCESS SEMINAR PVO077
Through the use of various digital tools, students will explore a variety of topics that will contribute to their success in high school and beyond. Topics will cover four broad areas: Getting Along, Getting Work Done, Getting to Graduation, and Getting Connected. Students will learn specific skills in presentation, word processing and spreadsheet applications that they will use in their required math, science, language arts and social studies courses.Learning/studying/research/testing/collaborative strategies will also be covered.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
This course is suitable for all Career Pathways.
IB Business & Manangement
IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL A PVO000
IB Business and Management courses prepare students to take the International Baccalaureate Business and Management exam at either the Subsidiary or Higher level. In keeping with Individual and Society courses, IB Business and Management promotes problem-solving by identifying the problem, selecting and interpreting data, applying appropriate analytical tools, and recommending solutions by evaluating their quantitative and qualitative implications. These courses also equip students with knowledge and understanding of business terminology, concepts and principles.
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO001 - IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL B, PVO002 - IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL C, PVO003 - IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL D and PVO004 - IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL E
IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL B PVO001
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO000 - IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL A, PVO002 - IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL C, PVO003 - IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL D and PVO004 - IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL E
IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL C PVO002
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO000 - IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL A, PVO001 - IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL B, PVO003 - IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL D and PVO004 - IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL E
IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL D PVO003
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO000 - IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL A, PVO001 - IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL B, PVO002 - IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL C and PVO004 - IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL E
IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL E PVO004
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO000 - IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL A, PVO001 - IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL B, PVO002 - IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL C and PVO003 - IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL D
IB BUSINESS & MGMT HL F PVO005
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
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Independent Living
INDEPENDENT LIVING PMA153
This course will prepare young adults to competently make decisions for their future. The responsibilities of being independent and managing resources are strongly emphasized. Students will research the expenses of finding a place to live, choosing insurance companies, furnishing an apartment or home, buying a new car and more. This course will also explore maintaining checking and savings accounts, paying taxes and keeping a budget. The course emphasizes acquiring knowledge skills and attitudes to help ensure successful living on one's own.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a 3rd year Math credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
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Industrial Technology
INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY – INTRO PVO031
Industrial Technology explores the world of design while further emphasizing personal, shop, and group safety in an industrial setting. Students work in teams and are given a set of parameters and material specifications with which they then design and build simple machines that meet the design requirements. Students are guided through the research and development phase needed to meet design challenges including prediction of outcomes. Applied mathematics and physics are emphasized.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY – DESIGN PROCESS PVO032
Industrial Technology – Design Process provides students the opportunity to explore and develop fundamental knowledge and basic skills related to both personal and shop safety. Students explore these skills individually and collaboratively through a series of hands- on projects which are designed to build upon one another while increasing student proficiency with materials, tools, composites, 3D printing, assembly, and the building process. Applied math and physics are emphasized.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY – MANUFACTURING PVO033
Industrial Technology – Manufacturing continues the emphasis on safety (personal, shop and group) while students create a start-up manufacturing company and produce a series of products. Topics covered include market research, product research and development, materials analysis, design and manufacturing, and delivery/distribution. Applied math and physics are emphasized.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
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IT Academy
IT ACADEMY – POWERPOINT & PRESENTATIONS PVO050
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification is a qualification that colleges and employers look for. College admissions boards see certification as an indicator of motivation and digital literacy. Employers view it as a real-world, recognized credential that shows a comprehensive level of skill proficiency.
Love it or hate it, PowerPoint dominates the presentation software market. Learn how to avoid "death by PowerPoint" and earn Microsoft Office Specialist certification while polishing your presentation skills. Alternative presentation applications will also be covered.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
IT ACADEMY – WORD PVO051
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification is a qualification that colleges and employers look for. College admissions boards see certification as an indicator of motivation and digital literacy. Employers view it as a real-world, recognized credential that shows a comprehensive level of skill proficiency.
Everyone knows how to use Word, right? Well, yes… and no. Many of us limp along knowing the bare minimum and don't realize how much our productivity can improve with better use of this tool. Earn Microsoft Office Specialist certification while mastering the application used by over a billion users worldwide. Proper keyboarding technique will also be covered.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
IT ACADEMY – EXCEL PVO052
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification is a qualification that colleges and employers look for. College admissions boards see certification as an indicator of motivation and digital literacy. Employers view it as a real-world, recognized credential that shows a comprehensive level of skill proficiency.
No matter what industry you go into, understanding data, manipulating data, and presenting data is an essential skill that you need and one that employers are looking for. (Oh, and it will help you in high school and college, too.) Learn the ins and outs of Excel as you earn Microsoft Office Specialist certification.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
IT ACADEMY – MASTERY PVO053
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification is a qualification that colleges and employers look for. College admissions boards see certification as an indicator of motivation and digital literacy. Employers view it as a real-world, recognized credential that shows a comprehensive level of skill proficiency.
Continue on your Microsoft Office Specialist certification journey by earning Master certification. This requires an advanced level of certification in both Word and Excel and also one "elective" certification such as Outlook.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
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- JAG-WA
- Journalism
- Leadership
- Marketing
- Metal Design
- Multimedia
- Photography
- Pre-Engineering
- Psychology
JAG-WA
JAG-WA (JOBS FOR AMERICA’S GRADUATES) A PVO019
This course provides students with personal management skills, employability skills and connections to Career and Technical Education programs that give them technical skills leading to post-secondary education, apprenticeships and living wage careers. Students and instructor work together to identify barriers to both academic and personal success and then work to ultimately eliminate these barriers.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Counselor Referral and Instructor Permission.
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO074 - JAG-WA (JOBS FOR AMERICA’S GRADUATES) B and PVO075 - JAG-WA (JOBS FOR AMERICA’S GRADUATES) C
JAG-WA (JOBS FOR AMERICA’S GRADUATES) B PVO074
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Counselor Referral and Instructor Permission.
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO019 - JAG-WA (JOBS FOR AMERICA’S GRADUATES) A and PVO075 - JAG-WA (JOBS FOR AMERICA’S GRADUATES) C
JAG-WA (JOBS FOR AMERICA’S GRADUATES) C PVO075
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Counselor Referral and Instructor Permission.
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO019 - JAG-WA (JOBS FOR AMERICA’S GRADUATES) A and PVO074 - JAG-WA (JOBS FOR AMERICA’S GRADUATES) B
This course is suitable for all Career Pathways.
Journalism
JOURNALISM A PFA007
These courses cover the fundamentals of journalistic ethics, journalistic law, responsible journalism, news writing, copy editing, proofreading, make-up, caption writing, headline writing, features, editorials, columns, newspaper terminology, page layout planning and the background of the newspaper industry. Students will be responsible for production of the school paper including writing articles and editorials, designing layout, photojournalism, selling and advertising, and paper printing and circulation.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PFA008 - JOURNALISM B and PFA009 - JOURNALISM C
JOURNALISM B PFA008
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PFA007 - JOURNALISM A and PFA009 - JOURNALISM C
JOURNALISM C PFA009
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PFA008 - JOURNALISM B and PFA007 - JOURNALISM A
EDITOR PRACTICUM PLA048
Editor Practicum is primarily a newspaper production course. Students are expected to fill editorial staff positions and take on final responsibility for paper production: managing staff, planning, writing, producing and editing stories, writing headlines, layout, placement of advertising, copy editing, proofreading, and distribution of the school paper. .5 credit each semester (repeatable for credit). See Journalistic Writing course.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as English Language Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
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Leadership
LEADERSHIP A PVO016
This year-long course, which can be repeated for credit, focuses on building interpersonal relationships in the school and community through project based learning. Students learn the Eight Keys of Excellence, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People and a variety of leadership, relationship and team-building skills while participating in planning, organizing and implementing school and community projects.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO072 - LEADERSHIP B and PVO073 - LEADERSHIP C
LEADERSHIP B PVO072
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO016 - LEADERSHIP A and PVO073 - LEADERSHIP C
LEADERSHIP C PVO073
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO016 - LEADERSHIP A and PVO072 - LEADERSHIP B
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Marketing
MARKETING EXPLORATION PVO055
Why should you study Marketing? 1/4 to 1/3 of the entire civilian U.S. workforce performs marketing activities as it is a proven route up the corporate ladder, and it will help you become a better-informed consumer Explore marketing basics and become familiar with many different marketing-focused careers.
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
MARKETING MIX PVO056
Delve deeper into the four basic marketing strategies (otherwise known as the Marketing Mix) called the four P's: product, place, price, and promotion. Learn how to analyze each component to craft a Marketing Plan.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
MARKETING MANAGEMENT PVO058
Marketing management allows an organization to track, review and analyze their marketing resources and activities. Learn how to synthesize information gathered from all seven core marketing functions and use it to better align all aspects of the business.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
MARKETING – STORE OPERATIONS PVO059
This course focuses on the general process and techniques of direct wholesale and retail buying and selling operations and introduces individuals to related careers. Includes instruction in the principles of basic sales skills, distribution channels for goods and services, merchandising, inventory, customer service skills, etc. A supervised practical application experience utilizes the student store as a learning laboratory.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
MARKETING PRACTICUM PVO060
Designed for advanced career preparation in the marketing field, this course provides students an opportunity to further develop skills learned in other business and marketing courses. Students work individually with the instructor to design a course of study that may include opportunities related to Career and Technical Student Organizations (DECA, FBLA, FCCLA, FFA, FIRST Robotics, HOSA, SkillsUSA) or other extended learning opportunities. After-school and/or weekend hours are integral/required components of this course (workshops, meetings, conferences/competitions, work sessions, events). Speak with course instructor to familiarize yourself with these required components.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Instructor Permission.
SELLING PVO057
Whether you are selling a product, or selling yourself, learn why selling is considered the one skill everyone needs to succeed. What makes a successful sales professional? What are some of the finer points of the sales process? Take this class and find out more about this core marketing function.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING PVO061
The ability to use social media to get people’s attention, build an engaged audience and express a corporate personality is becoming an essential digital skillset in the 21st-century knowledge-based economy. Whether you want to investigate careers in this area or create your own as an entrepreneur, find out what social media marketing is and how to be good at it.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
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Metal Design
METAL DESIGN I PFA037
Whether you want to learn to make a ring, craft a chain, set stones, or carve wax, this course is for you. Course exposes students to the manufacturing process and develops the skills necessary to design, produce, and repair jewelry. Metal Design I and II may be taken in any order, as forming, joining and surface decorative techniques, and/or projects will be different.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
METAL DESIGN II PFA038
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
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Multimedia
MULTIMEDIA PFA034
Multimedia represents the convergence of text, pictures, video and sound into a single form. The power of multimedia lies in the way in which information is linked and students will use a variety of software applications to produce multimedia projects that explore different ways to communicate through technology. Projects students will complete include: image editing using Adobe Photoshop Elements, editing sound and audio files using Audacity, and video editing using Adobe Premiere Elements. In addition to working with the software several pieces of multimedia hardware will be utilized and explored including: digital cameras, digital camcorders, and scanners.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
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Photography
PHOTOGRAPHY I PFA033
Students will develop and expand their skills in producing both artistic and commercial photographs using digital DSLR cameras and equipment. Students learn to take artistic digital photos following rules of composition, light, exposure, elements of art and principles of design which also enhances their ability to produce quality commercial work. Adapting and updating student’s skill set to the ever-changing software and hardware technology is a constant goal of all the photography course.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PHOTOGRAPHY II PFA084
Provides more opportunities for students to expand their basic skills learned in Digital Photography I. Students will be provided more in-depth learning experiences in photographic composition, digital image capture and editing techniques and advanced digital camera controls and operation. Students will learn industry standard image editing software and lighting techniques, including use for artistic expression.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: PFA033 - PHOTOGRAPHY I
Go to the Skilled and Technical Sciences Pathway page to see related courses
Pre-Engineering
PRE-ENGINEERING A PVO026
Students will develop mastery of different technology through hands-on simulations and labs. Units include robotics, CAD, pneumatics, AC/DC, electrical controls, print reading, CNC, 3D printing and more. Students work collaboratively to master these engineering skills. Final projects include synthesizing knowledge and skills to build/manufacture unique designs which solve real-world problems. This course is a springboard for robotics, manufacturing, aerospace and other exciting career-based class.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a science lab credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO027 - PRE-ENGINEERING B
PRE-ENGINEERING B PVO027
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a science lab credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO026 - PRE-ENGINEERING A
Go to the STEM Pathway page to see related courses
Psychology
AP PSYCHOLOGY A PSS039
Students will study the history of psychology, research methods, the biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, states of consciousness, learning, cognition, motivation and emotion, developmental psychology, personality, testing and individual differences. This course will help prepare students to pass the College Board’s AP Psychology Exam. Successfully passing the AP exam may earn college credit for a course required at most universities.
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PSS040 - AP PSYCHOLOGY B and PSS048 - AP PSYCHOLOGY C
AP PSYCHOLOGY B PSS040
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a Social Studies credit or CTE credit.
This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PSS039 - AP PSYCHOLOGY A and PSS048 - AP PSYCHOLOGY C
AP PSYCHOLOGY C PSS048
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a Social Studies credit or CTE credit.
This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PSS039 - AP PSYCHOLOGY A and PSS040 - AP PSYCHOLOGY B
IB PSYCHOLOGY HL A PSS042
IB Psychology courses prepare students to take the International Baccalaureate Psychology exams at either the Subsidiary or Higher level. Course content includes developmental and social psychology, cognition and learning, and personality subject areas, which are approached from biological/physiological, behavioral, and humanistic points of view. These courses may include a study of research design and statistics and involve practical work in psychological research.
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PSS043 - IB PSYCHOLOGY HL B, C, D and E
IB PSYCHOLOGY HL B PSS043
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PSS042 - IB PSYCHOLOGY HL A, C, D and E
IB PSYCHOLOGY HL C PSS044
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PSS042 - IB PSYCHOLOGY HL A, B, D and E
IB PSYCHOLOGY HL D PSS045
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PSS042 - IB PSYCHOLOGY HL A, B, C and E
IB PSYCHOLOGY HL E PSS046
COURSE NOTE: This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: International Baccalaureate GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PSS042 - IB PSYCHOLOGY HL A, B, C and D
Go to the Human Services Pathway page to see related courses
- Robotics
- Sports Medicine
- Teacher Academy
- Technical Writing
- Video
- Visual Communications
- Web Design
- Welding & Plasma Cutting Arts
- Worksite Learning
- Yearbook
Robotics
ROBOTICS A PSC048
This course is for students interested in an introduction to robotics. The class is an interdisciplinary class which covers design, assembly, programming and testing of a robot. Students will learn how to write programs to make the robot do different tasks. Optionally, students can learn about using a variety of tools including 3D printers, laser cutters, or milling machines to make or modify parts used on the robot. At the end of the year, students are given the rules of a robot competition. Their job is to design a robot for that competition. The skills they learned throughout the course are applied to this robot. The competition robot allows the students an opportunity to use their creativity, knowledge and skill to come up with different solutions to the competition.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a science (non-lab) credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PSC049 - ROBOTICS B
ROBOTICS B PSC049
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a science (non-lab) credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PSC048 - ROBOTICS A
ROBOTICS PRACTICUM PSC051
Designed for advanced career preparation in the Robotics/Manufacturing field, this course provides students an opportunity to further develop skills learned in other Robotics, Industrial Technology, and/or Manufacturing courses. Students work individually with the instructor to design a course of study that may include opportunities related to Career and Technical Student Organizations (DECA FBLA, FCCLA, FFA, FIRST Robotics, HOSA, SkillsUSA) or other extended learning opportunities. After-school and/or weekend hours are integral/required components of this course (workshops, meetings, conferences/competitions, work sessions, events). Speak with course instructor to familiarize yourself with these required components.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Instructor Permission.
Go to the Skilled and Technical Sciences Pathway page to see related courses
Sports Medicine
SPORTS MEDICINE EXPLORATION PPE004
This class serves as an introduction to concepts within sports and rehabilitation medicine. Students explore the effects of injury and the environment on the body and their implications to physical performance. Specific emphasis is placed on the prevention of injury, assessment of function, initial injury treatments, and basic rehabilitation. Students will gain knowledge and skills regarding evaluating patient status and athletic injury taping. Students will suit up and spend some time in the gym, weight room, and fields in this course to practice and perform prevention & rehabilitation exercises. Students are encouraged to also take Healthcare Core Skills course for complimentary skill development.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a PE credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
SPORTS MEDICINE II PPE006
Students explore the role of sports injury prevention and rehabilitation. Students will learn how therapeutic modalities are used to promote healing and why rehabilitation creates the best opportunity for a full return to participation. It would be beneficial (but not required) to take Anatomy & Physiology A before taking this course. Students are also encouraged to take Healthcare Core Skills course for complimentary skill development.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as a PE credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: PPE004 - SPORTS MEDICINE EXPLORATION
Go to the Health Sciences Pathway page to see related courses
Teacher Academy
TEACHER ACADEMY A PVO007
APPLICANTS NEEDED! Because of Washington’s teacher shortage there is increased need and support for early teacher preparation, support, and retention. Learn the fundamentals of the education system and practice lesson-planning, instructional best-practices, and classroom management. Delve into cultural competencies and discover the impact that culturally responsive teaching can bring to a community. Participate in a weekly 2-3 hour internship in district elementary and middle schools. Prepare for the Para Educator Exam and earn your Para Educator certification upon high school graduation. Visit college campuses and experience classes and workshops taught by CWU professors. Earn college credits from CWU upon successful completion of this course.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO008 - TEACHER ACADEMY B and PVO009 - TEACHER ACADEMY C
TEACHER ACADEMY B PVO008
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO007 - TEACHER ACADEMY A and PVO009 - TEACHER ACADEMY C
TEACHER ACADEMY C PVO009
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO007 - TEACHER ACADEMY A and PVO008 - TEACHER ACADEMY B and
TEACHER ACADEMY D PVO010
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO009 - TEACHER ACADEMY C, PVO011 - TEACHER ACADEMY E and PVO012 - TEACHER ACADEMY F
TEACHER ACADEMY E PVO011
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO010 - TEACHER ACADEMY D and PVO012 - TEACHER ACADEMY F
TEACHER ACADEMY F PVO012
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PVO010 - TEACHER ACADEMY D and PVO011 - TEACHER ACADEMY E
Go to the Human Services Pathway page to see related courses
Technical Writing
TECHNICAL WRITING PLA043
Technical writers make complicated information easy to understand. Students will explore the field of Technical Writing as an exciting Career Pathway. Using clear explanations, graphic design principles, and real-life examples, the Technical Writing course solidifies the relationship between industry principles and written communications. Students will (1) learn about design and typographic choices, (2) learn how an industry’s objectives affect writing choices, (3) practice clarity in writing and speaking, and (4) develop techniques in grammar and structure.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
Go to the Arts & Communications Pathway page to see related courses
Video
VIDEO FOUNDATIONS PFA045
Video Foundations course focuses on introducing and developing skills in all aspects of video production, including hands-on experience in proper use of equipment, camera movement, framing, composition, lighting, audio and video editing. This course is required for all subsequent video production courses.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
VIDEO PRODUCTION PFA046
Video Production provides students the opportunity to develop a deeper knowledge and skills in video production, including hands-on experience in proper use of equipment, camera movement, framing, composition, lighting, audio and video editing. This course is repeatable for credit and subsequent trimesters allow for in-depth exploration of individual student interest area(s).
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: PFA045 - VIDEO FOUNDATIONS
Go to the Skilled and Technical Sciences Pathway page to see related courses
Visual Communications
VISCOM FOUNDATIONS PFA031
This course focuses on developing foundational skills in all aspects of graphic design. Areas of study include design principles, typography, illustration, computer graphics, photography, and print design. This course is repeatable for credit and subsequent trimesters.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
VISCOM DIGITAL DESIGN PFA032
Further explore the Visual Communications field and allow for in-depth exploration of individual student interest area(s).
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: PFA031 - VISCOM FOUNDATIONS
Go to the Skilled and Technical Sciences Pathway page to see related courses
Web Design
With other options, available for building websites such as WordPress, why learn HTML and CSS? Two reasons: Ultimate functionality and control you get by creating a website from scratch, without a solid basis in HTML and CSS you will find it more difficult to customize sites built on other web platforms.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
WEB DESIGN – WORDPRESS PFA036
Not just for blogs anymore, 29 percent of all sites across the web are built using WordPress, including Spotify, TIME.com, Disney, Mercedes-Benz and TED. Learn how to set up and customize websites using this popular, open source Content Management System (CMS).
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
This course has dual credit available, high school & college, please see instructor for more information.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
Go to the Skilled and Technical Sciences Pathway page to see related courses
Welding & Plasma Cutting Arts
WELDING & PLASMA CUTTING ARTS PFA040
Students in this course explore and develop fundamental knowledge and basic skills related to welding and plasma cutting processes. Students explore these skills individually and collaboratively through a series of hands-on art welding projects. These projects are designed to build upon one another while increasing student proficiency with design principles, material types, tools and the welding process.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
Go to the Skilled and Technical Sciences Pathway page to see related courses
Worksite Learning
WORKSITE LEARNING
.5 credit per 180 hours work experience.
This course offers the students the opportunity to integrate and apply what they have learned in a CTE class while working part-time outside of school. Under the supervision of a certified Worksite Learning Coordinator the student can acquire related employment or a volunteer position and receive high school credit for the experience. This activity is treated just like a classroom situation. Students must complete a minimum number of work hours and demonstrate competency progression consistent with a pre-developed learning plan to earn credit. The Worksite Learning Coordinator and the employer will complete regular evaluations and communicate with students in the program.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: At least 16 years of age.
This course is suitable for all Career Pathways.
Yearbook
YEARBOOK A PFA010
First year students develop and produce a yearbook, which reflects all aspects of the academic and extracurricular activities of the school. Class members do page layouts, write copy, take photos, edit, proofread and distribute the yearbook. A second credit will be given to students who take this course as they assume the prime responsibility of planning and producing the yearbook.
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PFA049 - YEARBOOK B and PFA050 - YEARBOOK C
YEARBOOK B PFA049
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PFA010 - YEARBOOK A and PFA050 - YEARBOOK C
YEARBOOK C PFA050
COURSE NOTE: This course can be taken as Fine Arts credit or CTE credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PFA049 - YEARBOOK B and PFA010 - YEARBOOK A
Go to the Skilled and Technical Sciences Pathway page to see related courses
Middle School CTE Courses
Middle School CTE Courses
Computing and Society
COMPUTING AND SOCIETY QVO753
Have you ever seen a problem in the world that could be solved with an app but didn't know how to create one? This course will explore ways to solve real-world problems for people using computers, data, and sensors. Then build, test, and improve your app to see how it works. We will also discuss the ethics and social impacts of collecting massive amounts of data on how people use their apps. What will you create and how will you change the world?
Explore-Design-Create
EXPLORE-DESIGN-CREATE QVO751
Every day you see problems that could be solved, if only someone would write an app, build an invention, or create a better tool. Now is your chance to be that problem solver. Come figure out how best to link two cities, keep a weather sensor in the air, or produce the perfect podcast. This is a project-based course with unique projects each term.
Family & Consumer Sciences
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES A QVO742
The first trimester of Family and Consumer Sciences introduces students to the basic elements of Family and Consumer Science which includes: Cooking, Character Development, & Financial Literacy. In addition, students will be introduced to careers in Family and Consumer Sciences that can be pursued further at the high school and post high school levels.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES B QVO743
The second trimester of Family and Consumer Sciences continues to build off the skills learned in first trimester with the addition of sewing. Students continue to explore careers in Family Consumer Sciences through cooking, sewing, and character development.
Food & Nutrition
FOOD & NUTRITION A QVO843
The first trimester of Food & Nutrition, students will have the opportunity to prepare a variety of foods along with conducting food experiments. Students will be introduced to careers in Food & Nutrition that can be pursued further at the high school and post high school levels.
FOOD & NUTRITION B
The second trimester of Food & Nutrition further develops the skills learned in the first trimester, preparing food along with conducting experiments. Students will continue to explore careers in Food & Nutrition that can be pursued further at the high school and post high school levels.
Program Highlight
Growing Our Own
Renton Teacher Academy
Teacher Academy
The Renton School District is working to engage our own students in becoming teachers through the Recruiting Washington Teachers (RWT) program, where diverse groups of high school students are assisted through the process to become future teachers who more closely reflect the population of today's children and youth.
Career Pathways/Programs of Study
Pathways are broad career areas that provide a useful framework to aid students in career exploration and can help students focus on programs of study based on personal interests. Students who have a pathway focus in high school understand how their chosen area of study will affect post-secondary education/training choices.
- Agricultural Sciences Pathway
- Business & Marketing Pathway
- Health Sciences
- Human Services Pathway
- Skilled & Technical Sciences Pathway
- STEM Pathway
Agricultural Sciences Pathway
Agricultural Sciences Pathway
In Agricultural Sciences classes, the topic is life. As long as human beings inhabit the planet, we will have a need for scientists and technicians to ensure that we are responsibly managing our food production and our natural resources consumption.
NATIONAL CAREER CLUSTER
Career Clusters are groupings of careers that have similar characteristics and employment requirements.
Includes Careers in:
Agribusiness systems
Animal systems
Biotechnology systems
Environmental service systems
Food products and processing systems
Natural resources systems
Plant systems
Power, structural and technical systems
See more information on this Career Cluster on the Washington State OSPI website.
RELATED COURSES
CTE Courses
AP Environmental Science
IB Environmental Systems and Society
General Education Courses
RESOURCES
Program of Study document
Personal Program of Study sample:
PDF | Word
Dual College Credits are available for the following courses
AP Environmental Science
IB Environmental Systems and Society
Career Exploration
Log in to your Career Cruising account.
Access Career Videos at the U.S. Department of Labor's careeronestop.org
Browse career profiles by Career Cluster at Washington Career Bridge and the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET site.
The following courses highlight knowledge and skills important for students in all Pathways
Career & College Prep
Environmental Science
Financial Algebra
Health
High School Success Seminar
JAG-WA
Worksite Learning
Business & Marketing Pathway
Business & Marketing Pathway
Since the exchange of goods and services happens everywhere, business and marketing related subjects are among the most popular fields of study worldwide and include careers in planning, organizing, directing and evaluating business functions essential to efficient and productive business operations.
NATIONAL CAREER CLUSTERS
Career Clusters are groupings of careers that have similar characteristics and employment requirements.
Includes Careers in:
Administrative and information support
Business analysis
Business, financial management and accounting
Human resources
Management
See more information on this Career Cluster on the Washington State OSPI website.
Includes Careers in:
Banking and related services
Business financial management
Financial and investment planning
Insurance services
See more information on this Career Cluster on the Washington State OSPI website.
Includes Careers in:
Information support and services
Interactive media
Network systems
Programming and software development
See more information on this Career Cluster on the Washington State OSPI website.
Includes Careers in:
Buying and merchandising
E-Marketing
Marketing communications and promotion
Marketing information management and research
Professional sales and marketing
See more information on this Career Cluster on the Washington State OSPI website.
RELATED COURSES
CTE Courses
Business & Management
Business Law
Entrepreneurship
IB Business & Management
IT Academy - PowerPoint, Word, Excel
Finance
Accounting
AP Economics
Financial Algebra
International Economics
Information Technology
AP Computer Science
Computer Programming
Java Game Programming
Javascript Programming
Cyber Security
Networking Technology
Student Technology Support
Web Design
Marketing & Sales
Marketing Exploration
Marketing Management
Marketing Mix
Marketing - Selling
Marketing - Store Operations
Social Media Marketing
General Education Courses
RESOURCES
Program of Study document
Personal Program of Study sample:
PDF | Word
Dual College Credits are available for the following courses
AP Computer Science
AP Computer Science Principles
AP Economics
Cyber Security
Financial Algebra
IB Business & Management
Java Game Programming
Javascript Programming
Marketing Exploration
Web Design
Industry Certification(s) are available in the following courses
IT Academy - PowerPoint, Word, Excel
Marketing - Store Operations
CISCO CCNA
CompTIA A+
·Core 1
·Core 2
CompTIA Network+
Microsoft (MTA)
·HTML App Dev. Fundamentals
·Intro to Block Based Languages
·Intro to Python
·Intro to JavaScript
·Intro to HTML and CSS
·Intro to Java
·Networking Fundamentals
·Security Fundamentals
CTE Student Organizations
DECA
FBLA
Career Exploration
Log in to your Career Cruising account.
Access Career Videos at the U.S. Department of Labor's careeronestop.org
Browse career profiles by Career Cluster at Washington Career Bridge and the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET site.
The following courses highlight knowledge and skills important for students in all Pathways
Career & College Prep
Environmental Science
Financial Algebra
Health
High School Success Seminar
JAG-WA
Worksite Learning
Health Sciences
Health Sciences
Health Sciences workers promote health and wellness. They may work directly with patients to diagnose and treat injuries and disease, or work behind the scenes in a laboratory or administrative role. Health Sciences is a robust and versatile career area that can lend itself to many different flexible career paths.
NATIONAL CAREER CLUSTERS
Career Clusters are groupings of careers that have similar characteristics and employment requirements.
Includes Careers in:
Biotechnology research and development
Diagnostic services
Health informatics
Support services
Therapeutic services
See more information on this Career Cluster on the Washington State OSPI website.
RELATED COURSES
CTE Courses
Core Courses
Healthcare Career Exploration
Healthcare Core Skills
Medical Terminology
Also see Anatomy & Physiology
Emergency Medicine
CERT: Community Emergency Response Team
Emergency Medicine
Exercise Science
Components of Fitness
Science of Exercise
IB Sports, Exercise and Health Science
Sports Medicine
Sports Medicine Exploration
Sports Medicine
General Education Courses
Science Courses, especially:
Biology
Biomedical Chemistry
Chemistry
Genetics
Scientific Illustration
RESOURCES
Program of Study document
Personal Program of Study sample:
PDF | Word
Dual College Credits are available for the following courses
IB Sports, Exercise and Health Science
Industry Certification(s) are available in the following courses
Anatomy & Physiology
CERT: Community Emergency Response Team
Emergency Medicine
Healthcare Core Skills
Sports Medicine
CTE Student Organizations
HOSA
Career Exploration
Log in to your Career Cruising account.
Access Career Videos at the U.S. Department of Labor's careeronestop.org
Browse career profiles by Career Cluster at Washington Career Bridge and the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET site.
The following courses highlight knowledge and skills important for students in all Pathways
Career & College Prep
Environmental Science
Financial Algebra
Health
High School Success Seminar
JAG-WA
Worksite Learning
Human Services Pathway
Human Services Pathway
Human Services is a vast field that describes many very different kinds of occupations. However, there is one common thread that runs throughout the Human Services field and defines it. Human Services are those jobs which provide a service to society.
NATIONAL CAREER CLUSTERS
Career Clusters are groupings of careers that have similar characteristics and employment requirements.
Includes Careers in:
Administration and administrative support
Professional support services
Teaching and training
See more information on this Career Cluster on the Washington State OSPI website.
Includes Careers in:
Foreign service
Governance
National security
Planning
Public management and administration
Regulation
Revenue and taxation
See more information on this Career Cluster on the Washington State OSPI website.
Includes Careers in:
Lodging
Recreation, amusement and attractions
Restaurants and food and beverage services
Travel and tourism
See more information on this Career Cluster on the Washington State OSPI website.
Includes Careers in:
Consumer services
Counseling and mental health services
Early childhood development and services
Family and community services
Personal care services
See more information on this Career Cluster on the Washington State OSPI website.
Includes Careers in:
Correction services
Emergency and fire management
Law enforcement services
Legal services
Security and protective services
See more information on this Career Cluster on the Washington State OSPI website.
RELATED COURSES
CTE Courses
Education & Training
Child Development
Teacher Academy
Government & Public Administration
Leadership
Hospitality
Culinary Foundations
Baking & Pastry
Gourmet Foods
International Foods
Human Services
Abnormal Psychology
AP/IB Psychology
Health
Independent Living
Public Safety
CERT: Community Emergency Response Team
General Education Courses
Criminology/Criminal Justice
Foreign Languages
Multicultural/Comparative Ethnic Studies
Religions of the World
Sociology
RESOURCES
Program of Study document
Personal Program of Study samples Teaching PDF | Word
Culinary/Food Service PDF | Word
Dual College Credits are available for the following courses
Baking & Pastry
Child Development
Culinary Foundations
Gourmet Foods
AP/IB Psychology
Teacher Academy
Industry Certification(s) are available in the following courses
Culinary Foundations
Teacher Academy
CTE Student Organizations
HOSA
DECA
Career Exploration
Log in to your Career Cruising account.
Access Career Videos at the U.S. Department of Labor's careeronestop.org
Browse career profiles by Career Cluster at Washington Career Bridge and the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET site.
The following courses highlight knowledge and skills important for students in all Pathways
Career & College Prep
Environmental Science
Financial Algebra
Health
High School Success Seminar
JAG-WA
Worksite Learning
Skilled & Technical Sciences Pathway
Skilled and Technical Sciences Pathway
Creative students who see themselves designing, planning, managing, building and maintaining the built environment, or processing materials into intermediate or final products will want to pursue courses in the Skilled & Technical Sciences Pathway.
NATIONAL CAREER CLUSTERS
Career Clusters are groupings of careers that have similar characteristics and employment requirements.
Includes Careers in:
Construction
Design and Pre-Construction
Maintenance and Operations
See more information on this Career Cluster on the Washington State OSPI website.
Includes Careers in:
Audio Technology
Film
Journalism and Broadcasting
Performing Arts
Video Technology
Visual Arts
See more information on this Career Cluster on the Washington State OSPI website.
Includes Careers in:
Installation and repair
Logistics and inventory control
Manufacturing production process development
Maintenance
Production
Quality assurance
Safety and environmental assurance
See more information on this Career Cluster on the Washington State OSPI website.
RELATED COURSES
CTE Courses
Architecture & Construction
CAD
CAD Architecture
Construction
Arts & Communications
Ceramics
IB Visual Arts
Metal Design
Multimedia
Photography
Video
Visual Communications
Journalism
Technical Writing
Web Design
Yearbook
Manufacturing
Aerospace/Advanced Manufacturing
Industrial Technology - Intro
Industrial Technology - Design Process
Industrial Technology - Manufacturing
Robotics
Welding & Plasma Cutting Arts
General Education Courses
Performing Arts
AP Music Theory
Band/Orchestra
Choir/Chorus
Drama
Guitar
Music Techniques
Piano
Communications
Creative Writing
Pop Culture Podcast
Speech and Debate
Also see other Language Arts courses
Math courses, especially Geometry
Science courses, especially Physics
RESOURCES
Program of Study document
Personal Program of Study samples
Arts & Communications PDF | Word
Construction PDF | Word
Manufacturing PDF | Word
Dual College Credits are available for the following courses
Art & Fashion (AP 3D Art)
CAD
CAD Architecture
IB Visual Arts
Web Design
Industry Certification(s) are available in the following courses
Aerospace/Advanced Manufacturing
Construction
CTE Student Organizations
SkillsUSA
FIRST Robotics
Career Exploration
Log in to your Career Cruising account.
Access Career Videos at the U.S. Department of Labor's careeronestop.org
Browse career profiles by Career Cluster at Washington Career Bridge and the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET site.
The following courses highlight knowledge and skills important for students in all Pathways
Career & College Prep
Environmental Science
Financial Algebra
Health
High School Success Seminar
JAG-WA
Worksite Learning
STEM Pathway
STEM Pathway
Careers in STEM fields will fuel innovation with bold ideas and game-changing prototypes. Additionally, more industries are turning to engineers, scientists and mathematicians to solve and prevent some of the world’s biggest problems.
NATIONAL CAREER CLUSTERS
Career Clusters are groupings of careers that have similar characteristics and employment requirements.
Includes Careers in:
Engineering and technology
Science and math
See more information on this Career Cluster on the Washington State OSPI website.
RELATED COURSES
CTE Courses
Science
See Agricultural and Health Sciences
Technology
See IT and Computer Science courses in Business & Marketing
Engineering
Pre-engineering
Robotics
Math
Financial Algebra
General Education Courses
RESOURCES
Program of Study document
Personal Program of Study sample:
PDF | Word
CTE Student Organizations
SkillsUSA
FIRST Robotics
Career Exploration
Log in to your Career Cruising account.
Access Career Videos at the U.S. Department of Labor's careeronestop.org
Browse career profiles by Career Cluster at Washington Career Bridge and the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET site.
The following courses highlight knowledge and skills important for students in all Pathways
Career & College Prep
Environmental Science
Financial Algebra
Health
High School Success Seminar
JAG-WA
Worksite Learning
Career Connected Learning
Career connected learning can take many forms, but they all take students from awareness to action by putting them in direct contact with professionals in the field. Some examples include:
- Guest Speakers
- Service Learning
- Worksite Learning
- Internships
- Career fairs
- Youth Apprenticeship
- Worksite tours
- Job shadows
- Industry Certification
- Networking events
Please visit your high school Career Center to find out more about the above opportunities available to you.
More information about Career Connected Learning
Extended Learning
Students in CTE courses have the opportunity to participate in extended learning activities in a variety of ways. Many students choose to engage in leadership development projects through Career and Technical Education Student Organizations (CTSO’s) and other related clubs.
Participate in extended learning opportunities to:
- Learn more about careers, and about post-high school education and training options
- Develop leadership skills that will prepare you for college and career
- Test your skills at competitions
CTE Student Organizations
CTSO's put your skills to the test, and help you learn, grow and compete. Depending on your school’s Career and Technical Education courses, you might have some or all of Washington’s student leadership organizations available to you. Click on the CTSO logos to learn more.
Related Clubs and Activities
Outside of official CTSO's, all CTE courses have extended learning opportunities through clubs, service learning and more. Examples include:
Renton Community and Business Connections
The success of the Renton School District CTE programs can be partially attributed to the strong partnerships and collaboration with community groups, local businesses and industries.
Participating business partners help chaperone student activities; open their businesses up to student interns, job shadow experiences, and employment. They also participate in classroom presentations, tutoring, and mentoring activities. Renton School District CTE has developed partnerships with over 200 community members who serve on the current CTE Advisory Resource Pool and function in a variety of capacities to support students and staff.
CTE Advisory Resource Pool;
Your skills, interests, and expertise are valuable to the students in Renton!
The CTE General Advisory Resource Pool is a group of community and industry partners who join with our staff to help in a variety of capacities. While some members assist CTE Administrators and teachers in a consultation or curriculum-review capacity, many more are helping in the classroom, program or club in more direct ways that are impacting both curriculum development and student experience.
Research shows that parent and community involvement can improve students' behavior, attendance, and achievement. We realize that everyone is busy and it can be difficult to commit to a long-term obligation. Fortunately, we have many opportunities that are short-term or one-time commitments. Please consider sharing your time and expertise with our students. We have no doubt you will enjoy the experience!
What Can You Do?
Advisory Resource Members participate as:
- Classroom presenters
- Mock interviewers
- Student competition judges
- Event chaperones
- Teacher resource for curriculum updates
- Student club advisors
- Facilitate field trips to work sites
- Facilitate student job shadows and/or internships
- Recommend new technologies, or industry standards
- Participate on committees
Please give some thought about how your skills, interests, training, or experience could provide a ‘real-life’ application to our classrooms or student activities. To receive a periodic email newsletter listing upcoming volunteer opportunities, email us and simply put “Subscribe” in the subject line.
For More Information
Email: Career & Technical Education
Call: 425.204.2310
Upcoming Advisory Council Meetings 2019-2020:
Career and College Readiness Advisory Council
November 21, 2019
5:30 pm-7:00 pm
Lindbergh High School Library
January 21, 2020
5:30 pm-7:00 pm
KEC Boardroom
May 21, 2020
5:30 pm-7:00 pm
KEC Boardroom
Economic Workforce Advisory Committee
December 11, 2019
12:00 pm- 1:30 pm
KEC Room 242
January 15, 2020
12:00 pm- 1:30 pm
Virtual Meeting
March 11, 2020
12:00 pm- 1:30 pm
KEC Room 257
May 6, 2020
12:00 pm- 1:30 pm
KEC Room 257
June 10, 2020
12:00 pm- 1:30 pm
KEC Room 257
August 12, 2020
12:00 pm- 1:30 pm
KEC Room 257
CTE Communications
CTE Contacts
Kevin Smith
CTE Director
425-204-2310
Sue Nichols
Administrative Assistant
425-204-2310
Verena Degeorge
Administrative Assistant
425-204-2311
Christina Sutter
CTE Coordinator
425-204-2443
Della Dolby
Extended Learning and CTSO Support
425-204-2373
Mark Sabo
CTE Instructional Facilitator
425-204-2338
Woody Sobey
CTE Instructional Facilitator
425-204-2312
Carla Smith
CTE Instructional Facilitator
425-204-2442