Grade 12
Students will examine the interrelatedness of human, scientific, and technological dimensions of livestock production through both field and laboratory investigations using scientific methods and equipment. They will study principles of breeding, reproduction, genetics and heredity; anatomy and physiology of different livestock species; nutritional requirements of ruminant and non-ruminant animals; and animal diseases and parasites. This…
Read More about Advanced Animal Science.Students will explore career opportunities in the veterinary field as they learn to perform veterinary assistant tasks. They will study animal systems and care, veterinary hospital management, and medical terminology. They will explore animal identification, characteristics, behavior, and temperament; the purpose and function of body systems; animal diseases; and nutritional requirements. Students will learn to…
Read More about Veterinary Medical Applications.Students will identify career and entrepreneurial opportunities in the field of horticulture as they develop technical skills in the management and production of horticultural plants. The greenhouse is used to provide hands-on experience as students learn to classify plants, manage the horticultural production environment, propagate plants, create designs and landscapes using plants, and describe the…
Read More about Horticulture Science.This course provides a foundation for students pursuing careers in food safety, animal breeding and health, and farming efficiency. They will develop leadership skills in the student organization and through their supervised agriculture experience as they study and develop technical knowledge and skills related to plant and soil systems, animal systems, and food products and…
Read More about Principals of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources.Students will identify and develop skills and knowledge needed to take advantage of career and entrepreneurship opportunities in the field of small animal care and management. They will learn about the domestication and influence of small animals on society; physical characteristics, breeds, and habitat of different species; proper use of lab equipment; and disease transmission…
Read More about Small Animal Management.Students will assess the importance of U.S. livestock production on the world commodity markets as they study livestock breeding and nutrition, commodity prices and costs, and business operations. They will learn to track performance data; describe common veterinary procedures and skills; practice animal restraint techniques; and explain the anatomy and physiology related to nutrition, reproduction,…
Read More about Livestock Production.This course will focus on exploring various painting techniques, media and subject matter to enhance student perception and painting skills. Media exploration will range from acrylic, oil, watercolor, and non-traditional techniques to build on prior knowledge and skills, and to promote an appreciation of styles throughout history, from the classical to the contemporary. Students will…
Read More about Art II Painting.Art students may elect to concentrate on clay as an art form. Activities will center on production of functional objects such as bowls, goblets, vases, plates, etc., and non-functional throwing techniques on the potter’s wheel and application of glazes. The study culminates in the integration of wheel thrown and hand built forms for sculptural effects.…
Read More about Art II Ceramics.This course will allow students a higher degree of artistic specialization within specific art media and art processes. Student-centered learning activities will emphasize creative visual art media processes that will encourage creative problem solving techniques and contribute to the individual student’s understanding and development of artistic style as it relates to their environment and self-…
Read More about Art III.This course will build upon Art II Drawing with an emphasis on using 2D media, such as pencil, charcoal, pen and ink and paint . Students will be encouraged to expand their technical skills and creativity through a variety of in depth projects and study of various artists from the Renaissance masters to the contemporary.…
Read More about Art III Drawing.