2021-22 High School Course Selection Guide


papers, PowerPoint, and other academic work. Students study advanced grammar, acquire specialized vocabulary, complete research projects, and practice extended oral discourse.


Level: Bridging ELL 4B & 4C


1 credit


ELL 4B and 4C taken concurrently or consecutively with ELL 4A allows students the time, pacing, and practice necessary for completion of the ELL 4 curriculum. Reinforcement and extension of content area vocabulary and learning strategies occurs, as well as using the target language in academically, socially, and culturally appropriate ways.


Level: Bridging Family & Consumer Sciences


Advanced Clothing, & Apparel Merchandising (10, 11, 12) 1 credit Neutrally Weighted This course is designed for students interested in a career in the apparel industry or who demonstrate accomplished skills in clothing construction. Selections of projects are limitless as the student determines


the choice in each area of study.


Emphasis is placed on proper fitting techniques and finishing details for a professional look. Students explore the latest technology in fashion design and construction. Units in creative textiles and career options in the world of fashion, textiles, and design will be emphasized. Students are responsible for the provision of all project materials throughout the year.


Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Creative Fashions


Creative Fashions (9, 10, 11, 12) 1 credit Neutrally Weighted Aspects of


- course offered in WC Cyber Program


12


and fashions are explored. Creativity is highly encouraged. Each student is responsible for selecting and purchasing all patterns, notions, supplies and fabrics throughout the year. A community service project fulfills the PA FCS Standard for Balancing Family, Work and Community Responsibility.


Child Development Preschool Laboratory 1 (9, 10, 11, 12) 1 credit Neutrally Weighted Students engage in learning about the physical, social, and emotional development of children while having the opportunity to apply their knowledge through interaction with 3 to 5 year-old children in our on-site preschool laboratory. Students engage in lesson plan development


that incorporate PA


academic standards, including literacy, science, and math.


Child Development Preschool Laboratory 2 (10, 11, 12) 1 credit Neutrally Weighted This course focuses on the preschool age child. Students engage in real life child development experiences and become skilled in planning and implementing


a variety the implementation of of formal


activities lessons.


are involved in facilitating the physical, and emotional development of the child.


including Students social, Social


skills, study skills, and literacy development are emphasized as students implement strategies aimed at the growth and development of the preschool aged child.


This course prepares students for further education in a child related career.


Prerequisite: Successful completion of Child Development Preschool Laboratory 1.


Educating the Pre-school Child Honors (11, 12) 1 credit


fashion design and basic clothing


construction are the core elements covered in class. Teamwork and leadership skills are developed by the student’s participation in a variety of projects. Student project selection is guided by the universal design concepts of color, shape, line and texture. Fashion design, its history and future as well as basic clothing construction are part of the varied curriculum. Career options in the world of textiles


In this course, students will utilize the Pennsylvania Preschool State Standards to develop lessons based on current WCASD math, science, and literacy programs to create a bridge to the District’s kindergarten curriculum. Students will also mentor Child development 1 and 2 students in best practice for creation of interactive classroom displays based on PA State Standards. They will assist the teacher in major event planning for holiday and school events and develop skills in administrative areas


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