Information Processing I (Prerequisite: Computer Keyboarding Applications) This course is recommended for all students as it sets the foundation for all manner of communication from word processing business letters, memos to friends and research reports to having the ability to effectively communicate on-line through various e-mail packages and on-line services. These services require that your keyboarding/word processing skills exceed the speed levels attained through the venerable “hunt and peck” method. Students will find this course most useful in preparing research papers and/or other assigned schoolwork. It’s also a fun way to prepare for life in the 21^st century. (5 days, 2.5 credits)

Business in Your Life  (Grade 9 Only) We live in a global society, in a world that is exploding with new business opportunities, applications, practices, and emerging technologies. Come join us for an action-packed, up-close look at the secrets behind successful businesses and the employees who run them. This hands-on course will deal with using the latest computer business applications, working with personal and business finances, learning to create both long and short-term budgets, setting up a savings/investment plan and learning to communicate effectively by listening, speaking, and developing professional presentations. Also, get a real life perspective on the tools you will need for making the school-to-work transition a smooth one from various guest speakers who run successful businesses right in our community. (5 days, 2.5 credits)

Accounting I Part I (Grade 9 Only) The field of business is for individuals looking for an exciting career; one that offers excellent salaries, pleasant working conditions, and many opportunities for advancement. Accounting I, Part I, will introduce students to the accounting cycle, which will serve as a sound background for employment in office jobs, owning your own business, and preparation for studying business/commerce courses at EBHS and ultimately college. Students will be introduced to the computerized accounting cycle stressing skills needed for keeping accurate records in a single proprietorship and a partnership. (5 days, 2.5 credits)

Pathways to Careers (Grade 9 Only) Explore the business and technology careers in your future. Discover how your interests, aptitudes, and abilities match with career options. Participate in career simulations, talk over the internet with professionals working in various careers, and discover the paths you need to take to be prepared for the jobs of the future. Learn to use technology resources to make a plan for the future. (5 days, 2.5 credits)

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Creative Living II (Prerequisite: Creative Living I)
This class furthers the skills and foundation of independent living presented in Creative Living I. In the area of foods and nutrition, the focus is on the preparation of easy and healthy recipes that have become culturally accepted in our diets. The emphasis in this area is on the various techniques of preparation (bake, broil, steam, wok, sauté, etc.) in combination with personal nutrition, foreign foods and vegetarianism. A separate unit on yeast breads is also taught. The textile/sewing portion of the curriculum will extend the hand and sewing machine skills previously learned through the use of two commercial pattern projects. (At present, an apron and shorts pattern are being used.) Along the way, students will develop their skills and knowledge in the use of the iron and pressing techniques, clothing care and repair and laundry procedures. (5 days, 2.5 credits)

Food Science and Nutrition Carbohydrates, proteins and other nutrients are the main components of many foods, but how many of us realize what part each plays in the individual’s overall health? Food Science is a semester course which involves the student in the study of the relationship between basic science with that of food and its separate components. The Family and Consumer Science laboratory provides a setting to explore the physical and chemical laws of science that affect the production, processing, preparation, utilization and evaluation of foods we find in our everyday lives. The student will research, organize, analyze and interpret information gathered during the study of various topics including Food Labeling, Sensory Evaluation, and Protein/Lipids/Water and other nutrients that  play an important part in our general health. Additionally, the student will be engaged in the study of Additives, Food Preservation, and Dehydration, just to name a few. As a final project, the student will be given the opportunity to research a variety of topics or present a newly invented, produced, and marketed food product. (5 days, 2.5 credits)

Chef's Lab - Intro to Foods (Prerequisite: Creative Living I)
This course is designed to continue an interest in the area of food preparation skills. Students will expand their knowledge of the basic skills of food preparation and focus on standard cooking terms and techniques, as well as the use of many home kitchen appliances. The areas of ingredient introduction and substitution and standards in the food industry will also be presented. Students will accomplish these objectives through demonstration, hands-on food preparation labs, the exploration of current technology in researching current food facts and fads and sampling of various foods. (5 days, 2.5 credits)

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Technology Education III Are you interested in a fun, practical, hands-on course dealing with the technologies found in our world today? This course is designed to appeal to both males and females and will allow them to design and create solutions to various problems. This course will introduce students to the process of critical thinking as it relates to the technologies of today and will emphasize the application of knowledge, tools and skills to solve practical problems. Students will be responsible for properly using the design loop and, through this process, they will have a better understanding of how materials, manufacturing, design, electronic communications, robotics and transportation systems take their place in our world. A strong emphasis will placed on group dynamics and cooperation in problem solving and will require the students to critically evaluate a problem they might find in today’s society and, by working with others, find an acceptable solution (Technology and the Design Process). (5 days, 2.5 credits)

Introduction to Woodworking All students (male and female) will enjoy this activity-based course. Students will have the opportunity to construct finely crafted projects that they would be proud to display in their room/home. Instruction will include information in the new technologies being used in the design, construction and assembly of their projects as well as how to read and work from blueprints, estimate costs, utilize hand and power tools and various wood finishes. (5 days, 2.5 credits)

Engineering Drawing and Design I … is an introduction to the graphics language. Communicating through drawings and sketches generated on the board and using the computer are essential to many careers in business and industry. The areas of study covered include the use of freehand, mechanical and computerized instruments in developing drawings. One, two and three-view drawings are used to explain designs graphically. Orthographic projection and computer-assisted design are studied, along with their effect on modern technology. (5 days, 2.5 credits)

Engineering Drawing and Design II (Prerequisite: Engineering Drawing and Design I) This course picks up where the Drawing and Design I course left off. The student will be doing an in-depth study of the effect that technology has on the manufacturing process. Through the use of computers and hands-on activities, the student will explore various ways to solve problems that arise in the manufacturing process. Individual and group work will be emphasized. Some of the topics of discussion will be beams, structures, materials, bridge design, house layouts, package design, etc. (5 days, 2.5 credits)
 

Communications Technology I Imagine a world without communication tools, books, signs, radios, newspapers and magazines. What would life be without a telephone or television? This course in communication technology will give students hands-on experiences in how communications have changed over the years. They will work in areas of: low-end desktop publishing, digital imaging, digital sound reproduction through the computer, presentations, video reproduction and electronic communications. Students will work in groups to publish their own newsletter, add graphics to it, communicate with computers in other rooms/buildings, and produce their own newscast or commercial using video or audio devices. (5 days, 2.5 credits)

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