The student/mother learns about infants ranging in age from birth to four months. The student works cooperatively with the instructor and the childcare assistants, observing and participating in activities, routines, and practices that encourage the physical, social, cognitive, and emotional development of the infants. Some of the topics in Child Development I include, but are not restricted to, child growth and development, safety and health, learning environment and relationships, pregnancy and prenatal care, and career readiness.

Child development two offers student/mothers the opportunity to work cooperatively with the instructor and the Child Development Assistants in the care of children who range in age from birth to 15 months. Student/mothers observe and participate in activities routines and practice # Parent/Infant Health .5 Credit The student addresses the conceptual aspects related to health and wellness during pregnancy as well as experiencing opportunities to apply health concepts. By the End of the course, the student has an increased awareness of health behaviors and decision-making skills required to maintain personal health as well as that of her/his family and is able to apply the information acquired. Literacy strategies are integrated throughout the curriculum # Parent/Toddler Health .5 Credit Personal and Toddler Health is a half credit course for mothers at New Futures whose children range in age from one to three years. The curriculum is designed to address the conceptual aspects related to health and wellness during the toddler years. The physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth and development of the toddler are covered as are related subjects that deal with physical and mental health issues, such as appropriate interaction between parent and child during play, learning, safety, discipline, teething, illness, toileting, nutrition, immunization, language acquisition, violence, abuse, and neglect. At the end of the course, you will be able to apply this information to the decision-making skills required to maintain and promote a “healthy family”. This course satisfies the health requirement for graduation

The goal for this class is to provide a program that connects learning with academic study by helping the student transfer knowledge and skills from one setting to another and deepens his/her understanding of how we can all work together to make our communities better. Service learning is designed to provide the student with opportunities to use academic lessons in a real-world context. This course develops skills and abilities in problem solving, decision making, critical analysis, collaboration, and team building. The goal is for the student to design one or more service projects that engages him/her in action research and that identifies a community need. Through this process, he/she enhances his/her social, personal, and career development and gains a sense of civic responsibility and understanding of diversity and mutual respect among all participants. Note: The goal for this class is to provide a program that connects learning with academic study by helping the student transfer knowledge and skills from one setting to another and deepens his/ her understanding of how we can all work to make our communities better. It is a process that requires the support of school administration and community leaders and is a critical element in the success of the program.

Community Service is a course that emphasizes responsibility, what youth can contribute to the needs of society, how to make a difference to others, and to experience being needed. Areas of study include, but are not limited to, life skills, employability skills, career exploration, and community involvement. The student’s experiences can also be used to enhance problem-solving, decision-making, and communications skills (e.g., reading, writing, and speaking).

Course provides an understanding of the concepts and principle involved in managing one’s personal finances. Topics may include, but are not limited to, saving and investing, banking/financial services, credit and debt, predatory lending practices, insurance, taxes and social security, spending patterns, setting goals and budget planning, contracts, mortgages and home ownership, rental agreements, planning for retirement, consumer protection, cultural, social, and emotional influences on financial behavior, and rights and responsibilities of buyers and sellers. An overview of the American economy may be provided.

Digital Film Production I is a fundamental, theory driven, hands-on instruction in film-making techniques. Digital Film Production introduces the student to the necessary skill sets, key concepts, and processes that lead to the creation of digital film/media products. Literacy is integrated throughout the course.

Materials Fee: $$ 20$ Digital Film Production II focuses on the mastery of the theory, skills and concepts related to film production. The student develops advanced techniques and applies them to individual, collaborative and community-based projects. The student continues to investigate and analyze current trends in filmmaking, including career opportunities, contemporary technical and aesthetic considerations. He/she analyzes and applies best practices to film production projects, and evaluates their effectiveness in field productions. # Ace/Internships Through work experiences as supported by portfolio, the student explores personal and career interests, aptitudes and abilities. Personal management of time, health, and finances are also included. The necessary components of a productive and successful career are examined: technical knowledge, responsible and ethical behavior, and goal setting. Literacy strategies are integrated throughout the course. Students should plan to have a job outside of school and areexpected to work an entire semester at the same job, provide own transportation to and from work, and provide proof of continued employment. A portfolio of lessons learned while working is required. Volunteer work is acceptable if all other requirements are met.

Course Student Aide provides the student with the opportunity to work in one of several campus offices (i.e., main office, attendance office, counseling office, daycare office, library or with individual teachers). The student assists the appropriate professionals with their duties. The student develops good communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrates workplace skills. Daily attendance is required. # AP African American Studies 1.0 Elective 51251 AP African American Studies is an interdisciplinary course that examines the diversity of African American experiences by exploring authentic and varied sources. Students explore key topics that extend from early African kingdoms to the ongoing challenges and achievements of the contemporary moment. This course foregrounds a study of the diversity of Black communities in the United States within the broader context of Africa and the African diaspora. This course is intended to prepare students for the optional Advanced Placement Exam in the subject and should follow the published College Board guidelines. # Intro to Computer Science 66136 GRADE 9-12, Course Credit: 1.0 Introduction to Computer Science introduces the fundamentals of computer architecture, writing programs to solve a variety of problems and the ethical use of computer systems. The student learns about the software and hardware components of the computer and how those components interact to execute a computer program. Areas of study include, but are not limited to, computer architecture and function, types of programming languages, computer programming and algorithm development, ethical use of computing resources, study of nontraditional math topics, and career applications.

AP African American Studies is an interdisciplinary course that examines the diversity of African American experiences by exploring authentic and varied sources. Students explore key topics that extend from early African kingdoms to the ongoing challenges and achievements of the contemporary moment. This course foregrounds a study of the diversity of Black communities in the United States within the broader context of Africa and the African diaspora. This course is intended to prepare students for the optional Advanced Placement Exam in the subject and should follow the published College Board guidelines.

Introduction to Computer Science introduces the fundamentals of computer architecture, writing programs to solve a variety of problems and the ethical use of computer systems. The student learns about the software and hardware components of the computer and how those components interact to execute a computer program. Areas of study include, but are not limited to, computer architecture and function, types of programming languages, computer programming and algorithm development, ethical use of computing resources, study of nontraditional math topics, and career applications.

Language acquisition is a developmental process. Over time these learners develop the ability to write and speak in a meaningful and appropriate manner. Spanish I, introduces students to the basic skills- listening, speaking, reading, and writing – and to the basic structures of Spanish taught within the cultural context. Areas of study include expression, comprehension, language and cultures, language functions, connections, and personal applications. Emphasis is placed on oral written, communication skills, and cultural activities

: Language acquisition is a developmental process aimed at the ultimate goal of communication. Over time the students develop the ability to write and speak in a meaningful and appropriate manner. Spanish II continues the focus on the basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing as well as encourages deeper appreciation of the Spanish culture and language. Areas of study include expression, comprehension, language and culture, cultures, language functions, connections, and personal applications. Emphasis is placed on applying oral, written, communication skills to personal, academic, and cultural activities.