General Electives for 9th Graders

Beginning Chorus

Chorus Program Video

Beginning Guitar
Students will learn the basics of guitar, including note-reading, chord progressions, and basic music theory. (for students with little to no experience)

Guitar Video

The student acquires basic dance skills, including history, change of level, movement sequence, spatial patterns, and dynamics, in a variety of styles. Rehearsals and  performances outside of the school day and the purchase of dance attire are required.

Dance Program Video

Stretch & Wellness (will be listed as Jazz Dance on schedule)
Students will get the opportunity to focus on their physical, mental, and nutritional well-being.  The focus is on learning basic stretching, yoga, nutrition, and Pilates practices.  

Stretch & Wellness Video

Theater Fundamentals I & II
Theater Fundamentals surveys theater history, acting, and the technical skills involved in production. Students acquire skills in role analysis, character development, vocal techniques and communication of a text.

Drama Program Video

Visual Arts Comp I & II (2D & 3D)
These two single semester beginning art classes are a prerequisite for all advanced art courses. Basic skills of drawing, painting, collages, printmaking, pottery, sculpture, and architectural structures will be explored.

Visual Arts & Composition I (Intro to 2D)

Visual Arts & Composition II (Intro to 3D)

Audio/Video Tech and Film Video Broadcast (AVTF)
This is the and introductory class In the ATVF pathway. Topics include learning to use equipment, script writing, production teams, production and programming, lighting, recording and editing, studio production, and professional ethics. Learn how to run a television studio (lighting, sound, scripting, camera work, story boarding, editing, and broadcast journalism). Work as a team to produce and perform on the PHS weekly announcement show and creative projects

Audio Video Technology and Film (AVTF) Video

Examining the Teaching Profession
This is the foundational course in the Teaching as a Profession pathway and prepares students for future positions in the field of education. Students learn effective teaching and learning strategies, creating an effective learning environment, instructional strategies for diverse learners and students with special needs, and much more.

Teaching as a Profession Video

Food/Nutrition/Wellness 

Students will develop a knowledge base and skills necessary to understand nutritional needs, food choices, how to select among alternatives in the marketplace, and food safety for optimal health across the lifespan.

Foundations of Engineering
A STEM driven course that gives an overview of engineering and technology including the different methods used in the engineering design process developing fundamental technology and engineering literacy.

Engineering Pathway Video

Intro to Business & Technology

This course provides an overview of the business and technology skills required for today’s business environment. Students will master Microsoft Office, Excel, and publishing software, as well as publish professional appearing business documents.

Business & Technology Overview Video

Intro to Healthcare Science

This is the Intro/prerequisite course for Health Science Pathway. Students will learn fundamental healthcare skills including microbiology, basic life support, first aid, concepts of human growth and development, interaction with patients and family members, health, wellness, and preventative care are evaluated, as well as the legal, ethical responsibilities of today’s healthcare provider. 

Intro to Healthcare Science Video

Intro to Software and Technology (IST)
Students learn foundational knowledge in programming languages, software development, app creation, and user interfacing applications are all taught in a computer lab with hands-on activities and project-focused tasks

Intro to Software and Technology (IST) Video

Marketing Principles -- Required elective for participation in 3DE
Students will learn the basics of bringing products to market, public speaking, trends in the marketplace, problem-solving, sales, and interview skills.  

Marketing Principles Video

Body Sculpting (Girls) - Must pass both Health & PE during Summer School
This course is designed for individuals who want to stay fit and/or get bigger, faster, and stronger. They will challenge the student to build muscle mass and strength while working at high levels of conditioning.

Health and PE Video

Weight Training (Boys) - Must pass both Health & PE during Summer School
This course is designed for individuals who want to stay fit and/or get bigger, faster, and stronger. They will challenge the student to build muscle mass and strength while working at high levels of conditioning.

Health and PE Video

Literary Magazine / Creative Writing
This is a production course, similar to Yearbook or Newspaper, which produces the school’s literary magazine. The course incorporates daily creative writing and focuses on improving writing skills. Students will create portfolios from work done in class including poetry, short stories, creative non-fiction and screenplays and final magazine is entered in state literary magazine competition.

Literary Magazine / Creative Writing Video

Yearbook

This is a year-long class that produces the student created yearbook. This class is deadline-driven and incorporates photojournalism, interviewing, writing, and editing skills. Teamwork and communication skills are heavily incorporated. Students are required to attend sporting events and other activities as assigned throughout the year.

Yearbook Video