Business
Department
Business and Career Orientation Teachers:
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Jeff Dragg
Marilynn Hawkins (Chair, homepage)
Jennifer Hudmon
Richard Lynch
Margaret O'Connell
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Intro to Business and Computer Applications....Grades 9-12 1 year elective. This is an introductory
course where the student will learn
keyboarding and software applications on the PC. These include word processing, database,
spreadsheet, PowerPoint, and an introduction to the Internet.
Paw Prints.... Grades 11,12 1 year elective. Prerequisite: Keyboarding
and Computer Applications I. The purpose of this course is to introduce
students to the real world of business by operating and maintaining a print
shop. The students will learn various print shop and desktop publishing
software, use of digital cameras, scanners, copiers, printers, poster printers
sharing files and binding procedures. The above concepts learned in class
will be applied in the school-based printing enterprise called "Paw
Prints". Each student will become a part of and experience a business
setting. They will design and market products, advertise, sell
and keep records for a business. An internship or work-site learning
position ma be applied for after completion of 1 year of Paw Prints. This
is a great class for students who like to be involved.
Business Computer Application I....Grades 10-12 1semester elective. A
semester of IBCA is strongly recommended. The student will learn
advanced software applications on the PC. These include word processing, database,
spreadsheet, PowerPoint, and an introduction to the Internet.
Business Computer Application II....Grades 10-12 - semester elective Prerequisite: Business
Computer Applications I. This course is a continuation of Business Computer
Application I. The course includes advanced internet techniques, research
on the internet, and use of presentation software.
Cooperative Office Education (COE)....Grades 12-1year elective. Prerequisite: Senior
students enter the COE program through individual application to the coordinator. 3
units of credit are earned. Credit is only earned with successful completion
of the entire year. No partial credit may be earned. The student
must be at least 16 years old, He/she must have an overall 'C' average. The
student must have successfully completed Keyboarding, and Computer Applications
I. COE is a cooperative work and training program for those preparing
for employment in office occupations. Students must maintain a
job in an office environment.
Multimedia Production I....Grades 10,11,12 1 year elective. Application required. This
class is designed for students who want to learn about video and music creation. The focus of the class is to create a DVD that highlights all of the year's events, from academics to sports to extracurricular events.
Digital Media I....Grades 11,12 1 year elective. Prerequisite: A
grade 'C' or better in Multimedia Production I and teacher approval. This is a continuation
of Multimedia I with an emphasis on individualized projects.
Digital Media II....Grade 12 1 year elective. Prerequisite: A
grade 'C' or better in Digital Media I and teacher approval. This is a continuation
of Multimedia I with an emphasis on individualized projects. |