CAREER EDUCATION
Career Investigation : 6th Grade Only
Course No. 19258 - Semester course
Career Investigations is designed to help students prepare for careers and continuing education in a challenging and rapidly changing workplace. This service area provides connecting links for students in pursuit of career development and related career information resources. Connecting links include pathways, program models, or processes that lead to, or point the way to, career goals. The total concept of Career Connections includes the components of career information resources, career development, and career connecting links. This course helps CCPS to meet Career Investigations requirements.
AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION
AGRICULTURE 6 ~ Introduction to Agriculture
Course No. 8009 - Semester course
Through project-based learning, technical skill development, and academic enrichment activities, students will explore the importance of plant and animal agriculture, scientific principles, workplace readiness and safety, career opportunities related to agribusiness, agriculture, and agriscience and the benefits of FFA membership.
AGRICULTURE 7 ~ Agriculture Exploration
Course No. 8005 - Semester course
Students explore science as it relates to agriculture and develop an understanding of human relations, communication, the importance of agriculture to the economy, leadership through the FFA Organization, and key scientific terms related to the field of agriculture.
AGRICULTURE 8 ~ Agriscience & Technology
Course No. 8001 - Semester course
Through classroom instruction and laboratory activities, students apply scientific principles to the fields of agriculture, food, and natural resources (AFNR), to include: global agriculture, new emerging technologies, careers in agribusiness, animal systems, environmental services, natural resource systems, food products, and processing, and agriculture mechanics.
TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
TECHNOLOGY/STEM EDUCATION 6
Course No. 8481-6 Semester course
Students will study the basic elements of all technology including the basic system model as well as the design processes. students learn that resources are the underlining theme of all areas of technology. Design process, the inherent process, and products. Basic hand-tool identification an use will be taught though STEM concepts (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). The course is designed to be 1/3 classroom instruction and 2/3 hands-on activities.
TECHNOLOGY/STEM EDUCATION 7
Course No. 8481-7 - Semester course
Students will replicate models of significant past inventions that have advanced society. After studying these developments, students will explore current technological problems and issues they face on a local and global level. Students study and apply systematic procedures to invent new products and processes as well as improve existing products and processes. Basic hand-tool identification and use will also be taught through STEM concepts (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). The course is designed to be 1/3 direction instruction and 2/3 hands-on activities.
TECHNOLOGY/STEM EDUCATION 8: Technological Systems
Course No. 8463 - Semester course
Technological systems emphasize simulating various technology systems, assessing its impacts, and relating these discoveries to real world problems. Students can acquire a global view of technology. They also use basic hand and power tools to complete these activities. The course is designed to be 50% direct instruction and 50% hands-on activities.
BUSINESS & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
EDUCATION KEYBOARDING I (Grades 6)
Course No. 6150 - Semester course
The goal of Exploring Keyboarding is intended for students who want to improve their keyboarding skills or have no previous keyboarding experience. This course introduces keyboard-operating techniques, the touch system, speed, and accuracy. Students will develop basic skills in touch typing and learn proper use and care of equipment and materials. Major emphasis will be placed on keyboarding technique and timed keyboarding drills; as well as organization and following oral and written directions. These skills will help students obtain proficient use of the keyboard that will assist them in school, at home, and in the future. Students compose and produce personal, educational, and professional documents.
KEYBOARDING II (Grades 7)
Course No. 6151 - Semester course
The goal of Keyboarding is intended for students who want to learn basic alphabetic and numeric keyboarding skills by touch and the numeric keypad by touch. Students will develop basic skills in touch typing and learn proper use and care of equipment and materials. Major emphasis will be placed on keyboarding technique and timed keyboarding drills; as well as organization and following oral and written directions. General computer literacy will be covered. Students compose and produce personal, educational, and professional documents. Students develop word processing skills using a variety of software functions, including graphics, desktop publishing, and telecommunications. Students gain competence integrating other applications such as database and spreadsheet into word processing activities. These skills will help students obtain proficient use of the keyboard that will assist them in school, at home, and in the future.
DIGITAL APPLICATIONS (GRADES 7 & 8)
Course No. 6617 - Semester course
**Recommended prerequisite(s): Keyboarding I or II
The goal of Digital Applications is for students to develop and/or review correct keyboarding techniques. It is a course designed to teach students how to use the computer as a business and personal tool through the use of applications software. Instruction in software concepts using the Microsoft Office Suite will include word processing, spreadsheet, database, graphics, and presentation applications. Students learn to use local and worldwide network communications systems. Grade 8 Computer/Technology Standards of Learning are incorporated and reinforced in this course.
MAKE IT YOUR BUSINESS
Course No. 8114 - Semester Course
Prerequisite(s): For students who have taken Keyboarding I and II and Digital Applications
Students design, establish, and operate a small group or class business, producing a service or product that meets an identified school or community need. Emphasis is placed on the introduction and application of business technology, basic entrepreneurship concepts, and fundamental business principles. Basic academic skills (Mathematics, Science, English and History/Social Science) are integrated into this course.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES EXPLORATORY I (GRADE 6)
Course No. 8206 - Semester course
Family and Consumer Sciences Exploratory I provides a foundation for managing individual, family, career, and community roles and responsibilities. In FACS Exploratory I, students focus on areas of individual growth such as personal goal achievement, responsibilities within the family, and accountability for personal safety and health. They also explore and practice financial management, clothing maintenance, food preparation, positive and caring relationships with others, and self-assessment as related to career exploration. Students apply problem-solving and leadership skills as they progress through the course. Mathematics, science, English, social sciences, fine arts, and technology are integrated throughout the course.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES EXPLORATORY II (GRADE 7)
Course No. 8261 - Semester course
Family and Consumer Sciences Exploratory II is one of the middle school courses that provides a foundation for managing individual, family, work, and community roles and responsibilities. In FACS Exploratory II, students focus on their individual development as well as their relationships and roles within the family unit. They learn how to maintain their living and personal environments and to use nutrition and wellness practices. Students also apply consumer and family resources, develop textile, fashion, and apparel concepts, and explore careers related to Family and Consumer Sciences. Time is also provided for developing early childhood education concepts and leadership skills.
INDEPENDENT LIVING (GRADE 8)
Course No. 8214 - Semester course
This course allows students to explore successful strategies for living independently by actively participating in practical problem solving focusing on: relating to others (relationships); applying financial literacy; managing resources in the areas of apparel, nutrition and wellness, and housing; using leadership skills to reach individual goals; planning for careers; and making consumer choices in a global environment. The cooperative education method is available for this course. Students combine classroom instruction and supervised on-the-job training in an approved position with continuing supervision throughout the school year
Career Investigation : 6th Grade Only
Course No. 19258 - Semester course
Career Investigations is designed to help students prepare for careers and continuing education in a challenging and rapidly changing workplace. This service area provides connecting links for students in pursuit of career development and related career information resources. Connecting links include pathways, program models, or processes that lead to, or point the way to, career goals. The total concept of Career Connections includes the components of career information resources, career development, and career connecting links. This course helps CCPS to meet Career Investigations requirements.
AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION
AGRICULTURE 6 ~ Introduction to Agriculture
Course No. 8009 - Semester course
Through project-based learning, technical skill development, and academic enrichment activities, students will explore the importance of plant and animal agriculture, scientific principles, workplace readiness and safety, career opportunities related to agribusiness, agriculture, and agriscience and the benefits of FFA membership.
AGRICULTURE 7 ~ Agriculture Exploration
Course No. 8005 - Semester course
Students explore science as it relates to agriculture and develop an understanding of human relations, communication, the importance of agriculture to the economy, leadership through the FFA Organization, and key scientific terms related to the field of agriculture.
AGRICULTURE 8 ~ Agriscience & Technology
Course No. 8001 - Semester course
Through classroom instruction and laboratory activities, students apply scientific principles to the fields of agriculture, food, and natural resources (AFNR), to include: global agriculture, new emerging technologies, careers in agribusiness, animal systems, environmental services, natural resource systems, food products, and processing, and agriculture mechanics.
TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
TECHNOLOGY/STEM EDUCATION 6
Course No. 8481-6 Semester course
Students will study the basic elements of all technology including the basic system model as well as the design processes. students learn that resources are the underlining theme of all areas of technology. Design process, the inherent process, and products. Basic hand-tool identification an use will be taught though STEM concepts (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). The course is designed to be 1/3 classroom instruction and 2/3 hands-on activities.
TECHNOLOGY/STEM EDUCATION 7
Course No. 8481-7 - Semester course
Students will replicate models of significant past inventions that have advanced society. After studying these developments, students will explore current technological problems and issues they face on a local and global level. Students study and apply systematic procedures to invent new products and processes as well as improve existing products and processes. Basic hand-tool identification and use will also be taught through STEM concepts (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). The course is designed to be 1/3 direction instruction and 2/3 hands-on activities.
TECHNOLOGY/STEM EDUCATION 8: Technological Systems
Course No. 8463 - Semester course
Technological systems emphasize simulating various technology systems, assessing its impacts, and relating these discoveries to real world problems. Students can acquire a global view of technology. They also use basic hand and power tools to complete these activities. The course is designed to be 50% direct instruction and 50% hands-on activities.
BUSINESS & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
EDUCATION KEYBOARDING I (Grades 6)
Course No. 6150 - Semester course
The goal of Exploring Keyboarding is intended for students who want to improve their keyboarding skills or have no previous keyboarding experience. This course introduces keyboard-operating techniques, the touch system, speed, and accuracy. Students will develop basic skills in touch typing and learn proper use and care of equipment and materials. Major emphasis will be placed on keyboarding technique and timed keyboarding drills; as well as organization and following oral and written directions. These skills will help students obtain proficient use of the keyboard that will assist them in school, at home, and in the future. Students compose and produce personal, educational, and professional documents.
KEYBOARDING II (Grades 7)
Course No. 6151 - Semester course
The goal of Keyboarding is intended for students who want to learn basic alphabetic and numeric keyboarding skills by touch and the numeric keypad by touch. Students will develop basic skills in touch typing and learn proper use and care of equipment and materials. Major emphasis will be placed on keyboarding technique and timed keyboarding drills; as well as organization and following oral and written directions. General computer literacy will be covered. Students compose and produce personal, educational, and professional documents. Students develop word processing skills using a variety of software functions, including graphics, desktop publishing, and telecommunications. Students gain competence integrating other applications such as database and spreadsheet into word processing activities. These skills will help students obtain proficient use of the keyboard that will assist them in school, at home, and in the future.
DIGITAL APPLICATIONS (GRADES 7 & 8)
Course No. 6617 - Semester course
**Recommended prerequisite(s): Keyboarding I or II
The goal of Digital Applications is for students to develop and/or review correct keyboarding techniques. It is a course designed to teach students how to use the computer as a business and personal tool through the use of applications software. Instruction in software concepts using the Microsoft Office Suite will include word processing, spreadsheet, database, graphics, and presentation applications. Students learn to use local and worldwide network communications systems. Grade 8 Computer/Technology Standards of Learning are incorporated and reinforced in this course.
MAKE IT YOUR BUSINESS
Course No. 8114 - Semester Course
Prerequisite(s): For students who have taken Keyboarding I and II and Digital Applications
Students design, establish, and operate a small group or class business, producing a service or product that meets an identified school or community need. Emphasis is placed on the introduction and application of business technology, basic entrepreneurship concepts, and fundamental business principles. Basic academic skills (Mathematics, Science, English and History/Social Science) are integrated into this course.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES EXPLORATORY I (GRADE 6)
Course No. 8206 - Semester course
Family and Consumer Sciences Exploratory I provides a foundation for managing individual, family, career, and community roles and responsibilities. In FACS Exploratory I, students focus on areas of individual growth such as personal goal achievement, responsibilities within the family, and accountability for personal safety and health. They also explore and practice financial management, clothing maintenance, food preparation, positive and caring relationships with others, and self-assessment as related to career exploration. Students apply problem-solving and leadership skills as they progress through the course. Mathematics, science, English, social sciences, fine arts, and technology are integrated throughout the course.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES EXPLORATORY II (GRADE 7)
Course No. 8261 - Semester course
Family and Consumer Sciences Exploratory II is one of the middle school courses that provides a foundation for managing individual, family, work, and community roles and responsibilities. In FACS Exploratory II, students focus on their individual development as well as their relationships and roles within the family unit. They learn how to maintain their living and personal environments and to use nutrition and wellness practices. Students also apply consumer and family resources, develop textile, fashion, and apparel concepts, and explore careers related to Family and Consumer Sciences. Time is also provided for developing early childhood education concepts and leadership skills.
INDEPENDENT LIVING (GRADE 8)
Course No. 8214 - Semester course
This course allows students to explore successful strategies for living independently by actively participating in practical problem solving focusing on: relating to others (relationships); applying financial literacy; managing resources in the areas of apparel, nutrition and wellness, and housing; using leadership skills to reach individual goals; planning for careers; and making consumer choices in a global environment. The cooperative education method is available for this course. Students combine classroom instruction and supervised on-the-job training in an approved position with continuing supervision throughout the school year
