1 credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This course is designed to provide students with explicit instruction in the areas of interpersonal communication, social skills and self-advocacy to promote access and inclusion in classroom and community settings. The course is available for students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP).

Designed for students who have completed the work readiness training and demonstrated the skills necessary to achieve success on a work site without direct adult support. Through their off-site employment, students apply skills learned in school to maintain job performance, demonstrating their ability to work independently while meeting the expectations of their employers A.C.H.I.E.V.E. is a regional program that provides instruction in both academic and adaptive skills. Scaffolded instruction in grade-level content is provided utilizing alternate academic achievement standards and the alternate state assessments. Students participating in the alternate academic framework are progressing toward a Maryland Certificate of Program Completion. Eligibility for participation in the alternate academic framework is determined through a comprehensive discussion of Appendix A during an Individualized Education Program meeting.

Part of the Mathematics department at La Plata High School.

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Part of the Social Studies department at La Plata High School.

1 credit Grades 10, 11, 12 This course explores a variety of legal topics ranging from a review of our court system and criminal law to consumer and contract law. Emphasis is placed on laws and regulations related to business activities. This course is especially recommended for students seeking a career in business administration or legal professions.

This course develops professional level skills necessary to use computers as tools to increase productivity in a variety of subject areas and careers. Instruction will include units on word processing skills, spreadsheets and charting, presentation graphics, and keyboarding.

This course provides students the opportunity to learn what it is like to be an entrepreneur. Students will be guided through the steps of starting and managing their own business. Students will research a variety of influences related to starting a business venture and develop a business plan to open a new business of their own choosing. Students will also explore the global use of the Internet as a business tool, evaluate elements of web-page design, and apply Internet marketing strategies to their business venture.

1 credit Grades 10, 11, 12

This course explores the various types of businesses, as well as the major functional areas of business and interrelationships among them. Students will learn to analyze the functions of business through evaluating, planning, organizing, and controlling. Leadership styles, employee rights and responsibilities, and career opportunities will also be taught. Technology will be used to gain an understanding of the operation of a contemporary business and the role of computers in the information gathering, dissemination, and decision-making processes.

This course provides organized learning experiences in marketing, management, sales, and merchandising. This course teaches core content applicable to all sport/event/recreation marketers, as well as content unique to each industry. Students will be given opportunities to practice the use of technological business tools in performing activities involving the functions and processes of marketing. This course requires students to think critically about the issues of leadership, character, security, consumer needs, and community service. Reading, writing, and project completion are integral components of this course.