Computer Applications
A course providing a solid introduction to the basic applications used in the business world. Through hands-on practices, critical-thinking review questions, and exercises of varying difficulty levels, each student will be thus equipped with the tools that are needed in a work environment. Microsoft Office Basic, Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint are all covered. Course typically taken by freshmen.
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Desktop Publishing
A course combining the skills of electronic design, editing, and production of a product using a variety of hardware and software tools. This project-based course focuses on real-world audiences as customers. Students will learn to use a collection of software tools and design techniques to create a variety of formatted products. Students enrolled in this course will be computer literate and have experience with the basic electronic productivity tools. Course open to sophomores through seniors.
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Web Page Design
A course designing web pages applying computer applications used by business and industry, including the operating system and techniques of organizing, manipulating, accessing, and evaluating information. The latest windows, word processing, spreadsheet, database and web page design programs will be taught. Course open to sophomores through seniors.
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Health Science I
A course providing skills related to the health care industry including patient relationships, working environments, ethical and legal responsibilities, and various medical careers. Students will acquire word-building skills by learning prefixes, suffixes, roots, and abbreviations. By relating terms to body systems, students will identify proper use of words in a medical environment. Students will develop entry-level skills, such as taking vital signs, using proper body mechanics, using medical terminology, and developing CPR and First Aid skills needed to participate in health occupations. This course fulfills the Health requirement if taken for both semesters. Course typically taken by sophomores.
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Senior Honors Project
A project challenging students to go beyond the learning that occurs as the result of their prescribed educational program by developing projects that demonstrate their intellectual and creative abilities. Each student shall complete a project in one area of concentrated study under the direction of the Forest Lake Academy school staff. The project will demonstrate the student’s ability to apply, analyze, synthesize, evaluate information, and communicate significant knowledge and comprehension. Course limited to senior Honors Diploma candidates.
College General Psychology 124
Survey of psychology, including human development, sensation and perception, learning and thinking, emotions, motivation, personality, and stress, as well as psychological disorders and their treatment Course limited to seniors with 3.5 GPA.
College Developmental Psychology 128
A study of human life from conception through death. Emphasis is placed on the physical, cognitive, social, and psychological development of the individual. Issues are discussed regarding the continuity of development throughout the life span, how early experiences may affect later development, and the influence of genetics, familial factors, and the environment. Course limited to seniors with 3.5 GPA.
Spanish I
A course addressing communication, interpreting written and spoken language, and understanding of culture practices. Students will learn speaking, reading, and writing in the Spanish language. Course typically taken by juniors.
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Spanish II
A course reinforcing all the skills learned in Spanish I and developing new skills regarding the language and culture of the Hispanic World. Course typically taken by seniors.
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FLA has created an English program that develops reading, writing, listening, viewing, and critical thinking skills in its students. With that goal in mind, students pursue a program of literature and writing classes. After one integrated year for freshmen, students in sophomore through senior years choose one literature and writing class per semester to complete their program. Seniors who choose College English are not required but are encouraged to take British Literature.
American Literature
A study of the American tradition in literature from the Puritan era to the Modern period. Students trace the role of the past in the development of present literature culture. A study of vocabulary is included. This is an intensive reading course that provides students the opportunity to read, discuss, critique and present diverse examples of “classic” American literature. Reading experiences will include selections from the textbook such as poetry, drama, and short stories as well as other assigned literary works. Course typically taken by juniors.
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College English 101
Focuses on writing as a means for authentic expression and exploration. Emphasis is on the writing process, especially revision. Students write several expository essays organized according to prescribed modes and learn specific writing skills and principles which readily apply to most writing tasks. Course limited to seniors with 3.75 GPA and A in previous English class.
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College English 102
Applies the writing skills developed in ENGL 101 while focusing on rhetorical and reasoning skills necessary for various persuasive and research writing activities. Students write several persuasive papers and a major research paper. Course limited to seniors with 3.75 GPA and A in previous English class.
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College Prep English 12
A whole language approach to English surveying British Literature while placing an emphasis on writing skills. The survey class will cover literature from the Anglo-Saxon Era through the Modern Era. The composition aspect of the class will cover a large variety of different genres of writing ranging from expository to research writing. Course typically taken by seniors.
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English I
A whole language course combining the studies of literature and writing. Journaling, vocabulary, silent reading, projects, examinations, and other varied assignments will be included. Course typically taken by freshmen.
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English 10 Honors
A whole language approach studying world literature, reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Critical thinking skills are developed and practiced, as well as reading, writing, research, vocabulary, and other varied assignments. Course limited to sophomores with 3.5 GPA, and first preference is given to honors students.
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English 11 Honors and American History Honors, Integrated
A course studying United States History, American Literature, and Composition. Through the blending of these three areas, a reflection of the time period will be evident through events that took place in our history and the literature that reflects that time. Assignments will include writing for a number of different purposes including research, analysis, and self expression. The Literature aspect of the class follows a rough chronology of American Literature, looking in depth at some of the most representative authors. Critical thinking skills are developed and practiced through writings based on literary study of the American Dream. A research project is required and study of vocabulary is included. This course is limited to juniors with a 3.5 GPA, and first preference is given to honors students.
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World Literature
A course emphasizing short stories, folktales, poetry, and drama from a variety of cultures, as well as examining the Bible as a work of literature. Students will grow as readers, writers, and thinkers as they delve into the works of writers from around the world, practice writing in and about the various genres, and apply the themes set forth in the various works to your own lives. Course typically taken by sophomores.
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Writing 10
A course focusing on the writing process, encompassing techniques for organizing, planning, and revising written and oral communication. Weekly grammar review practice and vocabulary practice are included. Assignments included will cover the three-part essay, essays using the MLA format, and oral presentations for specific audiences and purposes. Course typically taken by sophomores.
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Writing 11
A course continuing mastery of the writing process, focusing on techniques for organizing, planning, and revising various genres of written and oral communication. Essays and speeches and research will develop critical thinking skills. Weekly grammar practice and vocabulary study are included. Course typically taken by juniors.
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Algebra I
A course addressing Math as the language of the Universe. The world of numbers, graphs, functions or formulas and the ability to use them to help understand the world will help students evaluate the information and apply it to everyday life. Course typically taken by freshmen.
Algebra II
A course giving focus to developing skills on the domain of real and complex number systems as the basis for understanding the various types of functions in preparation for studying higher mathematics. Course open to sophomores through seniors.
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Algebra II Honors
An integrated course which gives focus to developing skills on the domain of real and complex number systems as the basis for understanding the various types of functions in preparation for studying PreCalculus and Calculus and other higher mathematics. Emphasis will be given to real-world problem solving skills and an enhanced use of technology (graphing calculators). Course limited to sophomores or juniors with 3.5 GPA, and first preference is given to honors students. View the NAD Standards
College Calculus
Study of the mathematics of motion and change. Topics include limits, continuity, analytic geometry, and the differential and integral calculus of elementary trigonometric and transcendental functions. Application of the above topics to science, business, engineering, and other branches of mathematics is explored. Course limited to seniors with 3.5 GPA.
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College Introduction to Statistics 122
The statistics topics covered in this course are distributions, measures of central tendency and dispersion, normal curve, correlation and regression, and hypothesis testing. The use of appropriate technologies and the relevance of statistics to the work environment will be emphasized. Course limited to seniors with 3.5 GPA.
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Geometry
A study of lines, angles, and plane figures such as triangles and quadrilaterals. The student is taught to write formal proofs and to apply formulas involving perimeters, areas, volumes, and surface areas. Basic principles of two and three dimensional figures, algebraic skills, and coordinate geometry will be used in problem-solving situations. Trigonometry is introduced and algebraic concepts such as factoring and two-variable equations are applied to geometric situations. A main purpose of the student of geometry is the development of reasoning ability. Geometry is a requirement for admission into most four-year colleges. Course open to freshmen through seniors.
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Geometry Honors
Honors Geometry is an advanced study in geometry for the more advanced student. It is a rigorous, logical development of the deductive system of reasoning. Emphasis is on the development of logic, formal proofs, problem solving, and algebraic applications to geometry. Course limited to sophomores or juniors with 3.5 GPA, and first preference is given to honors students.
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Integrated Math I
A course interweaving mathematical topics and contemporary strategies to understand the integration of Algebra, Geometry, Statistic & Probability, Logical Reasoning, and Discrete math skills. Course open to freshmen through seniors.
Integrated Math II
A course preparing students for success in standardized tests, success in college and success in their careers and daily lives in the 21st century. It is built on the concept that students develop better conceptual understanding of mathematics when they see the connections among different branches of mathematics and are actively involved in the learning process. Course open to sophomores through seniors.
Pre-Calculus & Trigonometry
A course focusing on the real and complex number systems; algebraic equations and inequalities; functions and their graphs including polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions; conic sections. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to understand the structure of the real and complex number system, solve algebraic equations and inequalities, understand the nature, properties and graphs of elementary functions including polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions as well as the conic sections, apply knowledge to various applications, and use technology to aid in calculations and solutions. Course typically taken by juniors or seniors.
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Statistics
This course offers an effective approach to teaching the essentials of statistics. Designed to help students overcome any apprehension about statistics, the course is thorough and demonstrates the varied links between statistics and real-world applications. The pre-requisite for this course is a successful completion of Algebra II.
Cadenza
A small-group band experience emphasizing a variety of Swing, Jazz, and Big Band styles. Students will play in tune expressively with a good tone, follow the interpretations of the director, and blend and balance with other instruments. Group performances will be required. Course open to freshmen through seniors. Uniform fee required.
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Cantabile
A small-group choral experience for students interested in an advanced approach to singing. A varied repertoire of choral musical styles will be studied and performed. Group performances are required. Course open to freshmen through seniors. Outfit fee required.
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Concert Band
A class providing a group experience for band instruments to excel in playing high school-level repertoire in tune with a good tone, playing expressively with good control of articulation and dynamics, following the interpretations of the director, blending and balancing with other instruments, playing at least 7 major scales and chromatic scales, and increasing sight reading skills. Group performances will be required. Course open to freshmen through seniors. Uniform fee required.
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Senior Class Play
A class developing and applying varied aspects of drama, including acting, wardrobe and makeup, sets, and stage management. Performances will be required. Course limited to seniors. Play script fee required.
Solid Bronze
A small-group bell choir experience emphasizing hand bell repertoire and skills. Group performance will be required. Course open to freshmen through seniors. Uniform fee required.
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String Ensemble
A group for string players emphasizing a variety of string arrangements from classics to modern music. Students will play in tune expressively with a good tone, follow the interpretations of the director, and blend and balance with other instruments. Group performances will be required. Courses open to freshmen through seniors. Uniform fee required.
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Voices of Forest Lake
A choral experience for students interested in singing. A varied repertoire of choral musical styles will be studied and performed. Group performances are required. Course open to freshmen through seniors. Outfit fee required.
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Cross Country Running
A nine-week Physical Education course focusing on running in connection with a healthy lifestyle. Course typically taken by sophomores through seniors.
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Fitness for Life
A class designed to introduce each student to a variety of physical activities that enables them to maintain a healthy lifestyle through physical education and to recognize the importance of lifelong benefits. This course will cover rules, strategies, techniques, teamwork, and etiquette. Students will also be taught the importance of developing balanced lifestyles between, mental, physical, spiritual, and social development. Course typically taken by freshmen.
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Health
A introducing each student to a variety of health topics and issues such as healthful living, mental, physical, and emotional wellness, suicide, drugs, alcohol, reproduction, family dynamics, sexual education & responsibility, violence, abuse and STD’s. Students will also be taught the importance of developing balanced lifestyles between, mental, physical, spiritual, and social development. Course typically taken by seniors.
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Individual Sports and Conditioning
A class designed to introduce each student to a variety of physical activities that enables them to maintain a healthy lifestyle through physical education and to recognize the importance of lifelong benefits. This course will cover rules, strategies, techniques, teamwork, and etiquette. Students will also be taught the importance of developing balanced lifestyles between, mental, physical, spiritual, and social development. Course open to freshmen through seniors.
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Swimming
A nine-week Physical Education course focusing on swimming skills in connection with a healthy lifestyle. Course typically taken by sophomores through seniors.
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Bible Doctrines
A Bible course focusing on Daniel and Revelation and how these books should hasten our need to know of Christ and the need to share about Him with others. The course will also include an examination of the claims of Jesus and Christianity and developing a life-changing friendship with Him. Course typically taken by juniors.
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Biblical History
A course using Genesis and the Gospels as the text. This religion class will study God's original plan for this world, man's sin and the arrival of Jesus on earth to restore man into the likeness of His maker. Practical aspects of living the Christian life and sharing it with others will be emphasized. Course typically taken by freshmen.
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Church History
A Bible course tracing the history of God's church from Old Testament times until today, with an emphasis on making Biblical events relevant to today's young people. Course typically taken by sophomores.
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Lifeskills Management
A Bible course focusing on marriage and family and the Book of John. A fun, challenging, and positive look will be taken at each study in order to foster an err-growing need to know and answer two questions: Where are you at? Where do you want to be with God? Course typically taken by seniors. Lab fee required.
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American Government
A course focusing on the understanding of the structure, function, and purpose of government and how the principles and values of American democracy are reflected in American constitutional government. It teaches the role and responsibilities of citizenship and the special role of a Christian’s participation in American democracy. Topics include: Constitutional Underpinnings, Political Beliefs and Behaviors, Interest Groups and Mass Media, Political Parties, National Institutions, Public Policy, and Civil Rights and Liberties. Course typically taken by seniors.
Economics
A course preparing students to master fundamental economics concepts, applying the tools (graphs, statistics, equations) from other subject areas to the understanding of operations and institutions of economics systems. Students will study the basic economics principles of micro and macroeconomics, international economics, comparative economic systems, measurement, and methods. Course typically taken by seniors.
United States History
A class surveying U.S. history from Native American, African, and European roots to the present. Information will be presented through lecture, stories, media, music, and reading sources. Topics will include political, military, economic, social, religious, and cultural events. Themes include global relations, constitutional heritage, democratic values, technology and society, cultural diversity, geographic diversity, and economic development. Course typically taken by juniors.
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World Geography
An online elective course through FLA Distance Learning academy providing a study of the world’s peoples, places, and environments, with a focus on world regions. Particular emphasis is placed on students’ understanding and applying geographic concepts and skills to their daily lives. Course typically taken by freshmen, open to sophomores through seniors as well.
World History
A survey of the world’s key civilizations from Creation to the present. It explores the following themes: diversity, religions and value systems, economics and technology, political and social systems, and global interaction. Outstanding historical characters are presented that show the impact of the individual. The ministry of the church is emphasized. Politics, economics, and arts and sciences are examined. The impact of the Judeo-Christian heritages throughout world history, as well as contributions made by other cultures will be explored. Course typically taken by sophomores.
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World History Honors
An honors course studying history from earliest times to the present. Literature that is reflective of each of the major time periods in history will be included. Students wll apply the principles of historical understanding and investigation to current topics and situations through the Christian perspective. Course limited to juniors with a 3.5 GPA, and first preference is given to honors students.
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Biology I
A laboratory course providing a solid introduction to the study of life and its Creator. Interactions of living and nonliving conditions are studied. It explores such topics as scientific method, logic, cell functions, botany, zoology, genetics, microbiology, human physiology, and ecology. Course typically taken by freshmen.
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Biology II
A rigorous course providing a more in-depth study of selected topics covered in Biology I. The course will consist of laboratory exercises and discussion with lecture. Possible topics to be included are as follows: ecology, botany, ornithology, genetics, microbiology, and creation. Course typically taken by juniors.
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Chemistry
A course studying the basic laws and theories concerning the structure and nature of matter. It prepares students for college general chemistry. Problem solving is emphasized and laboratory work is required. Students must successfully complete first semester to take second semester. Course typically taken by sophomores.
Chemistry Honors
A course studying the composition, properties, and changes associated with matter and their applications. Topics include stoichiometry, reaction rates, and dynamics of energy. Problem solving is emphasized and the laboratory work is required. Course limited to sophomores with 3.5 GPA, and first preference is given to honors students.
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College Anatomy & Physiology 101
Study of the typical structure and function of the human body. Includes a study of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems, along with their cytology, histology, and chemistry. Class will meet two block periods with a two-hour lab in the evening. Course limited to seniors with 3.5 GPA.
College Anatomy & Physiology 102
Further study of the typical structure and function of the human body. Covers endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Class will meet two block periods with a two-hour lab in the evening. Course limited to seniors with 3.5 GPA.
Environmental Science
A laboratory science course based on the analysis of data. The realm of physical science includes physics, chemistry, and the interaction of these upon the environment. Course typically taken by juniors.
Physics Honors
A study of matter and energy and their interactions, providing a systematic understanding of the fundamental laws that govern physical, chemical, and biological processes. Physics is the root science. This Physics course is designed to: instruct students in foundational physics concepts, prepare students to exist in an increasingly technological society, develop the students’ analytical, problem solving, and laboratory skills and integrate math, science an technology. Course limited to juniors with 3.5 GPA, and first preference is given to honors students.
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Physical Science
A laboratory science based on the analysis of data. The realm of physical science includes physics, chemistry, and the interaction of these upon the environment. Taken typically by sophomores.
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Applied Communications
A course providing students with the opportunity to accomplish independent achievement in the journalism field through a hands-on experience. The class functions as a publishing staff with student leadership to produce the Mirror, the school’s yearbook, and other publications as assigned. Staff assignments include editor, writers, computer graphic artists, proofreaders, and photographers, with assignments overlapping. Each student will participate in all areas of assignment under the direction of the adviser and student editor. Course open to sophomores through seniors.
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Applied Video Communications
A hands-on study of video communication/TV Production. Theoretical instruction and practical lab experience are included in the production of multi-media. This course is available for sophomores through seniors.
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Ceramics I
A course enabling students to recognize the properties, possibilities and limitations of clay using hand-building techniques. Basic wheel throwing may also be introduced. Students will identify the principles of SDA Christian values in correlation with visual arts, demonstrate the use of media and associated tools and equipment for ceramics in a safe, responsible, and appropriate manner, and demonstrate awareness of appropriate art vocabulary. Course open to freshmen through seniors. Lab fee required.
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Ceramics II
A course sequencing Ceramics I applying knowledge of the limitations of clay using and hand-building techniques. Students will practice wheel throwing, identify the principles of SDA Christian values in correlation with visual arts, demonstrate the use of media and associated tools and equipment for ceramics in a safe, responsible, and appropriate manner, demonstrate awareness of appropriate art vocabulary, and create images that communicate idea and demonstrate basic craftsmanship. Course open to freshmen through seniors. Lab fee required.
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Digital Photography I
A course enabling students to develop the basics of digita photography. Students will identify the principles of SDA Christian values in correlation with visual arts, demonstrate the use of media and associated tools and equipment for photography in a safe, responsible, and appropriate manner, and demonstrate awareness of appropriate art vocabulary. Course open to freshmen through seniors. Lab fee required.
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Digital Photography II
A course enabling students to develop advanced skills and creative approaches to digital photography. Students will identify the principles of SDA Christian values in correlation with visual arts, demonstrate the use of media and associated tools and equipment for photography in a safe, responsible, and appropriate manner, demonstrate awareness of appropriate art vocabulary, create images that communicate idea and demonstrate basic craftsmanship, demonstrate the use of basic techniques, demonstrate awareness of the role of photography as works of art through history, culture, and society, compare and contract works of photography according to aesthetic qualities and technical elements, demonstrate awareness of the potential personal and social benefits associated with the production and exhibition of photography, and identify career opportunities related to photography. Course open to freshmen through seniors. Lab fee required.
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Drawing and Painting I
A course enabling students to develop basic skills and creative approaches to painting and drawing. Students will identify the principles of SDA Christian values in correlation with visual arts, demonstrate the use of media and associated tools and equipment for art in a safe, responsible, and appropriate manner, and demonstrate awareness of appropriate art vocabulary. Course open to freshmen through seniors. Lab fee required.
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Drawing and Painting II
A course enabling students to develop advanced skills and creative approaches to painting and drawing. Students will identify the principles of SDA Christian values in correlation with visual arts, demonstrate the use of media and associated tools and equipment for art in a safe, responsible, and appropriate manner, demonstrate awareness of appropriate art vocabulary, and create images that communicate idea and demonstrate basic craftsmanship. Course open to freshmen through seniors. Lab fee required.
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Video Production
An overview of the video production/multi-media industry. Students will learn and practice shooting skills, learn and practice planning and storyboarding, learn to edit their footage using Vegas 8 Pro, and efficiently complete media productions that communicate the intended message. Course open to sophomores through seniors.
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