ComputerScience&Engineering

ComputerSciencePrinciples

Credit:1

This high school course is open to eligible 7th and 8th grade students who have demonstrated competence in computer science programming

This course introduces students to the foundationalconceptsofcomputerscienceandchallenges them to explore how computing and technology can impact the world. Computing is so fundamental tounderstandingandparticipatinginasocietythatitisvaluableforeverystudentto learn as part of a modern education. Computer science can be viewed as a liberal art, asubject that provides students with a critical lens for interpreting the world around them. Computer science prepares all students to be active and informed contributors to our increasingly technological society whether they pursue careers in technology or not. Computer science can belife-changing,notjustskilltraining.

IntroductiontoProgrammingwithPythonandJava

Credit:1

Introduction to Programming with Python and Java is for students and professionals who have minimalornopriorprogrammingexposure.It’sformotivatedlearnerswhohaveexperiencewith rigorous coursework, and are looking to gain a competitive edgeinadvancingtheircareer. This Specialization starts out by teaching basic concepts in Python and ramps up to more complex subjects such as object-oriented programming and data structures in Java. Topics in this course include language syntax, style, programming techniques, and coding conventions. Students will learn about best practices and good code design, code testingandtest-drivendevelopment,code debugging,codeandprogramdocumentation,andcomputationalthinking.

APComputerSciencePrinciples

Prerequisite:ComputerSciencePrinciplesandAlgebraI

Credit:1

AP Computer Science Principles is an introductory college-level computing course that introduces students to the breadth of the field of computer science. Students learn todesignand evaluate solutions and apply computer science to solve problems through the development of algorithms and programs. They incorporate abstraction into programs and use data to discover new knowledge. Students also explain how computing innovations and computing systems—including the internet—work, explore their potential impacts and contribute to a computingculturethatiscollaborativeandethical.

APComputerScienceA

Prerequisite:APComputerSciencePrinciplesandAlgebraI

Credit:1

AP Computer Science A is an introductory college-level computer science course. Students cultivate their understanding of coding through analyzing, writing, and testing code as they exploreconceptslikemodularity,variables,andcontrolstructures.

IntroductiontoEngineeringDesign

Credit:1

Students are introduced to this high school engineering design process, applying math, science, and engineering standards to identify and design solutions to a variety of real problems. They work both individually and in collaborative teams to develop and document design solutions usingengineeringnotebooksand3Dmodelingsoftware.

IntroductiontoEngineeringPrinciples

Prerequisite:IntroductiontoEngineeringDesign

Credit:1

Through problems that engage and challenge, students explore a broad range of engineering topics, including mechanisms, the strength of materials and structures, automation, and kinematics. The course applies and concurrently develops secondary level knowledge andskills in mathematics, science, and technology Students will solve rigorous and relevant design problems using engineering and science concepts within a collaborative learningenvironment,s Through activity-, project-, and problem-based (APB) learning students will continually hone their interpersonal skills, creative abilities, and problem solving skills. They will alsolearnhow to document their work and communicate their solutions to their peers and members of the professional community It also allows students to develop strategies to enable and direct their ownlearning.

AerospaceEngineering

Prerequisite:IntrotoEngineeringDesignandIntrotoEngineeringPrinciples

Credit:1

The course deepens the skills and knowledge of an engineering student within the context of atmospheric and spaceflight.Studentsexplorethefundamentalsofflightinairandspaceasthey bring the concepts to lifebydesigningandtestingcomponentsrelatedtoflightsuchasanairfoil, propulsion system, and a rocket. They learn orbital mechanics concepts and apply these by creating models using industry-standard software. They also apply aerospace concepts to alternative applications such as a wind turbineandparachute.Studentssimulateaprogressionof operations to explore a planet, including creating a map of the terrain with amodelsatelliteand usingthemaptoexecuteamissionusinganautonomousrobot.

CivilEngineeringandArchitecture

Prerequisite:GeometryRequired

Credit:1

Civil Engineering and Architecture (CEA) is a high school level specialization course in the PLTW Engineering Program. In CEA students are introduced to important aspects of building and site design and development. They apply math, science, and standard engineering practices to design both residential and commercial projects and document their work using 3D architectural design software. Utilizing the activity-project-problem-based (APB) teaching and learning pedagogy, students will progress from completing structured activities to solving open-ended projects and problems that require them to develop planning, documentation, communication,andotherprofessionalskills.

Entrepreneurship

FutureCity

This is a required 8th grade elective

Future City is a hands-on cross-curricular educational program that brings STEM to life for students ingrade8.UsingtheEngineeringDesignProcess(EDP)andprojectmanagementskills, students showcase their solutions to a citywide sustainability issue. Students work in collaborative teams as project planners, builders, speakers and writers to problem solve and engineercityprototypes.

IntroductiontoEntrepreneurship

This is a required 8th grade elective

Thiscoursebuildsstudents'skillsintheknowledgeoftypesofbusinessownership,legalissues, businessfinance/start-upcosts,businesstrends,siteselection,marketing,pricingstrategies,and thedevelopmentofabusinessplanonthestudents'product/serviceofchoice.

BusinessStrategies/Glo-BusinessSimulation

Credit:1

A strategy simulation designed around a global industry setting is especially desirable because the globalization of the marketplace is an ever-widening reality and because global strategy issues are a standard part of the strategic management course. Plus, of course, accreditation standards for business school programs routinely require that the core curriculum include internationalbusinesstopicsandthemanagerialchallengesofoperatinginagloballycompetitive marketplace.

LeanSixSigma

Credit:1

(LSS) isaformal,structuredproblem-solvingmethodthatreliesheavilyonacollaborativeteams to solve a problem and implement a lasting solution. It focuses on continuous improvement by reducing unnecessary costs and improving quality and it demands a relentless focus on the customer. Students who complete this course will be working to earn both a yellow belt and greenbeltcertification,

PersonalFinancialLiteracyHonors

Credit:.5

Theprimarycontentforthecoursepertainstothestudyoflearningtheideas,concepts, knowledgeandskillsthatwillenablestudentstoimplementbeneficialpersonaldecision-making choices;tobecomewise,successful,andknowledgeableconsumers,savers,investors,usersof creditandmoneymanagers;andtobeparticipatingmembersofaglobalworkforceandsociety.

PersonalFinancialApplicationsHonors

Credit:.5

Introduces students to the importance of responsible money management both today and in the future. Specific topics include financial goal setting, budgeting, responsible use of credit, risk management, aswellassavingsandinvesting.Personalaccountabilityintheeducationfinancing processisalsoaddressed.

SocialMediaMarketing

Credit:1

Explores the implications, opportunities, and challenges for businesses and communications using social media as a tool. Students will participate in creation of a vast array ofsocialmedia sites, resources, applications and tools,as well as evaluate the impact the role that social media has on society, and how companies use it as a tool to create, promote, innovate, and use the platformstoadvancetheircompanythroughsocialmedia.

ExecutiveInternship

Credit:1

The purpose ofthiscourseistoprovideapracticalintroductiontotheworkenvironmentthrough direct contact with professionals in the community The content will include, but not be limited to, the following: discussion of professional job requirements awareness and knowledge of career opportunities building vocabulary appropriate to the area of professional interest development of decision-making skills development of personal and educational job-related skills. Placement in executive internships will be a result of discussion with the College CounselorandRegistrartoensurealignmentwithoverallacademicgoals.

AdditionalRequiredElectives

CollegeCounseling

Prerequisite:Mustbetakenby12thgradersonly

The College Prep class serves students and families, primarily in 12th grade, by providing a program that focuses on the major aspects of the college planning/placement process. With a goal of 100% college acceptance, the College counseling class, worksincoordinationwitheach student’s Core English leader and other members of the faculty, as well as with the school administration,toassiststudentsindiscoveringtheirstrengthsandinterests,institutionsofhigher education which will meet these interests, strengths, and values. In addition, assist in preparing material for the college application. Such as essays, building resumes, providing transcripts, creating a common application, and applyingbeforeearlyaction/earlydecisionapplication.The studentwillbepreparedforcollegeandbeyond.

PassionProject

Prerequisite:Mustbetakenby12thgradersonly

An opportunity for students who have always wanted to build a musical instrument, find innovative methods to solveproblems,andhavequestionsaboutatopicthattheyhavewantedto research independently. The Passion Project is a learner-centered, choice-based research project completed by students over a semester during their senior year. With standards rooted in Sagemont Preparatory School’s Educational Pillars, students develop strategies in inquiry, communication, and independent learning. Students utilize skills in information literacy, communication, collaboration, metacognition, reflection, and transfer. Through the developmental process of self-reflection, goal development, and relationship with an advisor, studentscreateprojectsalongsideapartnershipwithYouth&PeaceinActiontodevelopprojects thataddressareasofneedintheirlocalcommunity,aswellasglobally.

Ethics: required6thgradeelective(onesemester)

The mission of this course is to teach students to think independently, act with respect and integrity, and find joy in their learning. By challenging students to take risks and push themselves now, in a safe environment, we hope to foster a lifelong habit of ethical, active citizenship, as well as give students the confidence to navigate unknown opportunities and challenges.