Course Offerings - Grade 9

Foods I - Course No.: 7221F, 7222S

GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: 0.5

Foods I is designed to give students an understanding of basic food preparation and the relationship between eating habits and good health. A variety of culinary skills will be introduced including proper measuring, tool and term identification, cooking methods, and brunch/lunch meal planning. Hands-on preparation labs include coffee cakes, lasagna, breakfast items, desserts and healthy entrees.
PREREQUISITE: None

Pastry Arts - Course No.: 7234S

GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: 0.5 Sem 2 Only OTHER: Extended Study Option

After completing Foods 1, students in Pastry Arts will now accelerate into increased lab time and more advanced techniques.  Students will enhance their culinary skills through an assortment of topics, such as yeast doughs, pies, pastries, cakes. Additionally, each student will prepare and decorate their own cake in order to learn the basic techniques of decoration and design. There is also a focus on entertaining and party planning which students will use in their personal life as well as to prepare them for potentially working in the restaurant industry.
PREREQUISITE: Foods I (must receive a C or better in previous Foods classes)

Preschool - Course No.: 7253S

GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: 0.5 Sem 2 Only OTHER: Extended Study Option (with department approval)

Preschool is designed for the student interested in understanding the growth and development of children ages 1-6. This course offers students the opportunity to interact with and teach preschool aged children in our preschool program housed within the high school building. This course provides a valuable opportunity for the students to explore their interests in this growing and challenging field.

PREREQUISITE: None

Style Studio - Course No: 7255F, 7256S

GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: 0.5 OTHER: Extended Study Option, Global Scholar Course

Style Studio is a semester course offered to all students.  This course explores elements and principles of design, color theory and schemes, fashion trends, history of fashion, and sewing techniques.  The course is a a hands on and project centered class allowing students opportunities to creatively explore the curriculum individually and in collaborative teams.  Style Studio will strengthen a student’s interest and background in design concepts in multiple industries.  This course is recommended to students who wish to explore careers in this field, are creative, and have in interest in fashion and design.
PREREQUISITE: None