The course will focus on the various body systems and how they function as well as the health complications associated with each system. This course should be a consideration for any student who is interested in health science careers and enjoys helping people who are in need. This course requires the memorization of medical terminology, parts of each system, and concepts of movement and functionality. Students will be graded on daily completion of work, projects, and tests.
Category: Semester Electives
Introduction to Personal Finance
In this class, students will learn how to responsibly and effectively manage money. Topics include goal setting, financial planning, career selection, personal budgeting, saving and investing, credit and credit cards, debt, and insurance.
Diverse Voices in Short Works of Literature
Students will read and discuss a variety of works, including stories, novels, media, and nonfiction, that are selected to promote meaningful discussion on issues of identity and how literature can create communities where each voice matters. Among the voices explored in this course, students will read texts by Black, indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) and LGBTQ+ authors while analyzing intersectional identities related to race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ability, culture, age, socioeconomic status, and belief systems.
Literature & Film
This course focuses on analyzing popular films adapted from literary works in various genres, as well as independently developed films. Students will critically read excerpts from some texts and then view, interpret, and analyze each film. Students will also view films through a variety of critical lenses in order to explore how experience and perspective influences meaning. Assessments will include written comparative/interpretive pieces, participation in class discussions, and projects.
Creative Writing
In this course, students explore the art of storytelling. Particular emphasis is placed on creating short works of fiction and learning the techniques of short story writing in various genres. Students will learn specifics of plot structure and development, conflict creation, authentic dialogue, character development, crafting setting and voice. Some genres explored may include, but are not limited to, fractured fairy tales, memoir, mystery, science fiction, and poetry. Students will revisit one of their submissions from the semester to workshop for their final semester project.