CTAE

Course Description:

 The goal of Business and Computer Science is to provide students with an introduction to the principles of computer science, basic keyboarding skills, internet safety and usage, and computer applications. Students are introduced to the principles of business in the 21^st

Through project-based instruction, students will examine the following concepts:

• Effective Communication Skills
• Career Exploration and planning
• Accounting
• Entrepreneurship
• Business law
• Marketing
• Financial Literacy

Courses:

          Business and Computer Science (Grade 6) GPS Grade 6

          Business and Computer Science (Grade 7) GPS Grade 7           

          Business and Computer Science (Grade 8) GPS Grade 8

For more information, contact Terri Farley. 

For more information, contact Barbi Beach. 

 Engineering & Technology

Course Description:
The goal of these courses is to provide students with an introduction to the principles of engineering and technology and its place in the modern world. These courses will also help students to use technological systems effectively in their lives, thus providing a foundation for successfully integrating their own interests with potential careers with the resources of a technological society.

Course Titles:

          Exploring Engineering & Technology (Grade 6) GPS Grade 6

          Invention and Innovation (Grade 7) GPS Grade 7           

          Technological Systems (Grade 8) GPS Grade 8

Panoramic of the "Classroom" & "Lab"

Panoramic of the "Shop"

Course Description:

This course provides students with an introduction to several healthcare careers and the safety procedures and interpersonal communication skills required for them.  The course will enable students to receive initial exposure to healthcare science skills; attitudes applicable to healthcare including the concepts of health, wellness, and preventative care; and responsibilities of today’s healthcare provider. 

 
Course Titles:

        Healthcare Science (Grade 6) GPS Grade 6
        Healthcare Science (Grade 7) GPS Grade 7           
        Healthcare Science (Grade 8) GPS Grade 8

The Middle School Marketing Program is a three-course sequence designed to introduce students to the foundational concepts of marketing and career exploration. Each course builds on the last, preparing students for more advanced high school marketing pathways and career clusters.

Grade-Level Course Sequence:

6th Grade – Basic Skills of Marketing
Students explore the basics of marketing, entrepreneurship, and career awareness.

7th Grade – Exploring Marketing Education
Students dive deeper into marketing principles, consumer behavior, and promotional strategies.

8th Grade – Pathways in Marketing 
Students explore advanced marketing concepts and examine the High School Marketing and Hospitality/Tourism Cluster Pathways, which include:
o    Marketing and Management
o    Fashion Merchandising & Retail Management
o    Marketing Communications & Promotion
o    Sports & Entertainment Marketing
o    Hospitality, Recreation & Tourism

Throughout all three courses, Standard 1: Employability Skills is taught and reinforced to help students build strong workplace habits and soft skills.

6^th grade: Basic Skills of Marketing

7^th grade: Exploring Marketing Education

8^th grade: Pathways in Marketing