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Algebra by Design + Hybrid Digital Photo and Design

• Mathematics credit
• Art credit
• Concentrator for the CTE Arts, Media, and Entertainment pathway

Embark on an exciting mathematical journey with Algebra 1 by Design, an innovative project-based learning course tailored for high school students. During this year-long course, students will experience and gain breadth and depth of understanding of fundamental algebraic concepts and standards integrated with a multimedia, business, design and art perspective and approach. As part of the course, you'll create impressive projects that showcase your understanding of mathematical and visual art topics individually and in relation to one another. This is the introductory class in the HBHS Business and Design program.

This year-long course can be taken as a freshman, for 9th graders. It satisfies the "C" Mathematics requirement. The course must be taken at the same time as the Digital Photo & Design hybrid course.

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Geometry and Design + Hybrid Honors Digital Media and Design

• Mathematics credit
• Weighted art credit
• Capstone for the CTE Arts, Media, and Entertainment pathway

This course explores geometry as both a mathematical system and a creative design tool. Students investigate fundamental geometric principles, such as shape, proportion, symmetry, transformation, and spatial relationships, through hands-on design projects and visual problem-solving. Emphasis is placed on applying geometric reasoning to real-world contexts including architecture, graphic design, product design, and digital media. Through iterative making, drawing, modeling, and critique, students develop an understanding of how geometric structures inform aesthetics, function, and meaning. The course encourages experimentation, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary connections between mathematics, art, and design.

This year-long course can be taken as a sophomore, for 10th graders. It satisfies the "C" Mathematics requirement. The course must be taken at the same time as the Hybrid Honors Digital Media & Design course.

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U.S. History Through Media, Design, and Art + Hybrid Honors Digital Media and Design

• History credit
• Weighted art credit
• Concentrator for the CTE Business and Entrepreneurship pathway

This program is designed to explore the history of the United States from the lens of a designer and an entrepreneur by infusing digital media technology skills with critical social science knowledge and perspective. You will engage with the historical events and cultural developments of American History by analyzing and creating visual media in order to develop a portfolio of digital design projects centered around significant American themes and developments. Students in this program will be enrolled in two courses simultaneously. The courses are designed to feel like one big class with all projects and information overlapping.

This year-long course can be taken as a junior, for 11th graders. The U.S. History through Media course satisfies the "A" History/Social Science requirement, while the Digital Media & Design course satisfies the "F" fine arts requirement.

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Integrated Marketing and English

• English credit
• Concentrator for the CTE Marketing, Sales, and Service pathway

In Integrated Marketing and English, students gain foundational knowledge in marketing within the framework of year three high school English, developing critical reading, writing, speaking, and thinking skills geared towards the business field. Whether a student is interested in exploring the field of marketing as a career or whether they just want to become better acquainted with understanding how marketing works, this course provides an opportunity for students to fulfill their English course requirement while pursuing a CTE pathway in Marketing, Sales, and Service. Students taking this project-based course should feel comfortable with public speaking and working in collaborative groups.

This year-long course can be taken as a junior, for 11th graders. It satisfies the "B" English requirement.

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Advanced Integrated Marketing and English

• English credit
• Capstone for the CTE Marketing, Sales, and Service pathway

Advanced Integrated Marketing & English is a marketing/English integrated class that completes the Marketing, Sales, and Service CTE pathway. The course builds upon knowledge and experience presented in Integrated Marketing & English. Students will actively participate in project-based learning and exhibit advanced levels of marketing techniques. Students will further solidify their understanding through hands-on laboratory simulation experience in a retail environment. The English content focuses on the study of modern Literature and improvement of writing and speaking skills through discussions, writing practices, group projects, and speeches. The marketing portion of this integrated class covers public speaking, business writing skills (business plan, abstract, proposal, cost analysis), research, product development, marketing and professional business skill building. Course also requires participation in local competitions.

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Honors Business Entrepreneurship

• Elective credit
• Capstone for the CTE Business and Entrepreneurship pathway
• Dual enrollment: 6 units of college credit

Interested in branding, marketing, business, communications, innovation, social media, etc.?

This class is aimed for the student that wants a meaningful real world experience that provides for endless growth and professional opportunities. You don't do assignments for a teacher in here. You do them for a real client and you do them for yourself. You select your project(s) and we make sure the final product is something that you can use outside of school. If you have the passion and want to start or continue developing the skills necessary for success beyond the classroom walls then we want you here. This course is the capstone course for students in the Entrepreneurship CTE Pathway. Students earn Honors credit for this course by completing projects for real clients and building a professional level online portfolio.

This year-long course can be taken as a senior for 12th graders. The course satisfies the "G" Elective requirement at a weighted level. You must have either received a B grade or higher in the U.S. History through Media, Design, & Art/Digital Media & Design course the year prior or been approved by Mr. Schwab for entry.

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