GEHRHSD Curriculum Guide 2026-27

COMPUTING FOR COLLEGE AHS CCHS Grades 11-12, 5 Credits

Successful completion of this course will enable students to fulfill the graduation requirement of 2.5 credits in financial literacy. college information and compile research regarding all facets of the college application process. SAT preparation will be discussed and review questions will be presented to help students prepare for exam dates. Students will also complete projects using MS Office to enhance knowledge of the applications. This course incorporates the instructional guidelines for the high school Core Curriculum Content Standards in career education and technological literacy. The course will provide students with the learning experience equivalent to workplace readiness in the field of computer graphics and professional publications. Students are required to meet the level of effort and the performance necessary to be prepared for the workplace and/or continuing education in Computer Graphics. Students will be expected to use advanced software techniques with programs that include: Adobe PhotoShopCS3, InDesignCS3, IllustratorCS3, Adobe Flash, Light Wave, and other 3D programs. Computer Graphics Internship will give students a thorough understanding of the principles of creating and publishing business information for the 21st Century. COMPUTER GRAPHICS INTERNSHIP Grades 11-12, 5 Credits This course is designed for the college bound junior or senior who has a solid understanding of Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Students will be aided in the investigation of college majors and conduct research as part of the college selection process. Naviance will be utilized to organize student Prerequisite: Stock Market & Investment and Teacher Recommendation Note: The graduation requirement for financial literacy can also be met through an online option with approval of the Business Supervisor and at the parent/guardian's expense. This course would be offered to students that want to enhance their knowledge about the financial markets. Students will develop a better understanding of investments such as stocks, mutual funds, ETF's REITS, bonds options, real estate and other risk pyramid investments. Students will also develop investment portfolios based on account types such as a 401K, Roth IRA, IRA or broker account. Students will engage into a deeper level of financial analysis and financial planning in this course. Potential careers in finance will also be explored as part of this course. INVESTMENT STRATEGIES & WEALTH MANAGEMENT Grades 11-12, 5 Credits Prerequisite: Computer Graphics 1 or Teacher Recommendation