The Computer Science Principles course is a concentrator course in Software Systems Development. The course aims to broaden participation in computer science and computing by introducing students to the main concepts of computer science, having them engage in computational thinking practices and learning how computing influences the world. The main goal of the CS Principles course is to provide students a foundation in computer science concepts and practices so that students learn to reason using computational thinking and critical thinking skills. This course will engage students in the problem-solving and creative aspects of the field by creating products that involve the computational process the same way real-world professionals do. By applying the content and skills emphasized in the course, namely, problem-solving, abstraction, the use of and analysis of data, algorithmic thinking, creativity, programming, the effects of the Internet, and global impacts of computing, students will engage in rigorous instruction in order to become active and informed citizens in a global and technologically-driven society.

AP Computer Science A is a second-year capstone college-level computer science course. Students cultivate their understanding of coding through analyzing, writing, and testing code as they explore concepts like modularity, variables, and control structures. The AP Computer Science A framework is organized into 10 commonly taught units of study that provide one possible sequence for the course, which includes; Programming introduction in Java, Working with Data, Advanced data and control flow, Arrays and lists, Object-Oriented programming, Inheritance and Polymorphism, Searching and Sorting, Recursion, AP test review, and Post-AP exam projects.

This course is an introduction to the basic principles of nutrition, wellness, and food preparation. The focus of the course is centered on healthy food and lifestyle choices. The general goal is to enhance student awareness in regards to personal food choices and physical activity. The overall goal for all levels of the foods program is to enhance student knowledge of food choices and to motivate students to actually improve their choices. Topics: Identify the composition and properties of basic foods. Use standard measuring and cooking utensils. Prepare foods from a standard recipe. Employ necessary sanitary precautions for the selection, preparation, and serving of wholesome and safe foods. Plan and serve nutritionally balanced, attractive meals.

The course is designed to provide students experience in planning and preparing foods from various cultures and countries. Topic of instruction include safety and sanitation, nutrition, food customs, equipment, table setting, meal service, special preparation techniques and etiquette. Students will study the history, sociology, geography, art, music, and costumes of each culture or country.

This course requires no prior experience in theatre and is designed to explore the nature of theatre as a performing art. This class will train the actor in the areas of speech, voice, movement, music, and dance. Students will study selected plays from the perspectives of actors and directors, and the strategies of playwrights to develop the ability to imagine the play in performance and to appreciate the range of theatre's possibilities. The acting curriculum features improvisation, storytelling, poetry, text analysis, contemporary and classical scene studies, neutral mask, character mask, clowning, commedia dell'arte, television and film technique, and audition preparation.

This is an advanced program and requires prior acting experience. This class is for the students interested in performance and production for the theatre. The class will be during 7th period and students will be required to rehearse after school at least two days a week until 5pm. More rehearsals will be required leading up to showcases and performances. The Theatre program will produce at least, but not limited to, three productions a year that will include a musical(s) and/or plays.

Film Production 1 is a hands-on workshop where students collaborate in small crews to write, produce, direct, shoot, and edit short films and, in so doing, learn to communicate visually. Semester one focusses on silent and sound effect films; in semester two we introduce dialogue into the mix.

This course is to prepare for the next level of film in higher education. They leave the program with a portfolio of work demonstrating creative vision, writing, directing, editing, and camera work proficiency, providing them building blocks and process to express and explore their creativity, prowess, and individuality with an emphasis on process.

Writers Seminar is a creative writing workshop for students in 11th and 12th grade. Students will compose original poetry and short stories, then perform these works in class. Students will critique each other's work, and receive criticism on their own writing. Due to the personal nature of creative writing, students must be able to maintain confidentiality and respect their fellow writers' privacy.

Journalism class produces the school newspaper (LACES UNTIED), arts/sports magazine (LACES SOLE) and online newsletter (THE HORN). While our focus will be on writing, designing and producing these publications, we will also study the history of journalism in America and the legal responsibilities of journalists.

This college-level course stresses the ability to write analytical and expository essays through construction of a thesis sentence, logical arrangement of ideas and adequate development of theme. Content includes analytical reading of materials that demand high-level thinking skills and serve as models of effective style and diction. This course helps to prepare students for the required Advanced Placement Language and Composition Examination given in May.

This college-level course strengthens and refines English skills through intensive analysis of representative works of literature and through frequent writing and careful revision of themes on subjects that challenge both thought and language. This course helps to prepare students for the required Advanced Placement Examination English Literature and Composition given in May.