General Electives

(Advanced Auto Technology) Elective
10 Credits
Grade Level: 11-12
Grade Level Restrictions: 11th and 12th Grade Only
Prerequisites: Auto Tech I / Teacher Recommendation
(Satisfies the Electives Graduation Requirement)
Students will learn skills to obtain an entry level job in the automobile service industry. This course includes instruction and repair of an engine, electrical systems, fuel injection, and computer systems.

Elective
10 Credits
Grade Level: 12
Grade Level Restrictions: 12TH Grade Only
Prerequisites: Enrollment in MCJROTC Program / Instructor Approval
(Satisfies the Electives Graduation Requirement)
Fourth year students will bring together all their previous education and training and apply them to the class. Senior students will conduct formations, inspections, and physical fitness as well as supervise certain training events with younger level cadets. Number of academic hours in general military subjects is greater than all the others combined. However, the senior cadets continue to be challenged with many leadership responsibilities and academic requirements for research papers and independent studies to include special projects.

(2nd Level Culinary Technology) Elective
10 Credits
Grade Level: 11th Grade
Grade Level Restrictions: 11th Grade Only
Prerequisites: Must be enrolled in the ROP Culinary Academy Program / Completed Culinary 1
(Satisfies the Electives Graduation Requirement)
This course is the second level of the Culinary Academy Program. Instruction will introduce students to the food and beverage industry focusing on the entry level skills in food preparation including stocks and sauces, soups, beef, poultry, seafood, vegetables, starches and potatoes, salads and dressings, and plate presentation. Upon completion students will be prepared for an entry-level job in the food and beverage industry.

(a-g) / Elective
10 Credits
Grade Level: 9-12
Grade Level Restrictions: 9TH – 12TH Grade
Prerequisites: 9th grade students must have completed 1 year of a Publisher course in 8th grade
(Satisfies the Electives Graduation Requirement)
Newspaper/Publisher is an introductory class that gives students an opportunity to learn how to develop a school newspaper. Skills will be taught on how to effectively use Publisher in designing the school newspaper. Students will learn how to take photos and write articles on current events here at school and within the immediate community. The work must show integrity and attention to detail as students learn how to preserve memorable moments of campus life.

(a-g) / Elective
5 Credits
Grade Level: 12
Grade Level Restrictions: 12TH Grade Only
Prerequisites: None
(Satisfies the Electives Graduation Requirement)
Advanced Placement Psychology is designed to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and animals. Students are exposed to psychological facts, principles, theories and phenomena associated with each of the major sub-fields within psychology. Students will also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and practice. This course is aligned to the Common Core State Standards for Literacy in History/Social Science and provide students with a learning experience equivalent to that obtained in most college introductory psychology courses. Advanced Placement Psychology is aligned to The College Board Course Descriptor for AP Psychology

(a-g) / Elective
10 Credits
Grade Level: 10
Grade Level Restrictions: 10TH Grade Only
Prerequisites: Prerequisites: Must be enrolled in the M.A.D. Learning Academy Program
(Satisfies the Electives Graduation Requirement)
This is the 2nd year course in the JFK Manufacturing and Design Learning Academy Program. This course teaches enhanced Computer Aided Design using Solid-Works, Computer Aided Manufacturing and CNC machining. Other topics include: mold making, composites, conventional machining and metal cutting technology. Students use design process and other engineering methods for product development.

(a-g) / Elective
10 Credits
Grade Level: 12
Grade Level Restrictions: 12TH Grade Only
Prerequisites: Must be enrolled in the M.A.D. Learning Academy Program
(Satisfies the Electives Graduation Requirement)
This is the 4th year course in the JFK Manufacturing and Design Learning Academy Program. Advanced Engineering, and Energy” is a year-long rigorous and engaging Career Technical Education (CTE) engineering course with an overarching focus on robotics, transportation, and green energy. Utilizing a combination of traditional and project-based instructional methods, students engage in the extensive iterative engineering design process that begins to prepare them for careers in technology, transportation, engineering or renewable energy research. The course is intended for seniors in the JFK Manufacturing and Design Learning Academy Program.

Elective
10 Credits
Grade Level: 10
Grade Restrictions: 10TH Grade Only
Prerequisites: None
(Satisfies the Electives Graduation Requirement)
The second year course focuses on the applied aspects of policing and criminal justice. The first semester starts with computer technology – Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access. Students will also study career options within the criminal justice field. As we move into the second semester, the curriculum will mainly focus on driver’s education, vehicle code violations, driving while under the influence of alcohol, vehicle/felony vehicle stops and general driving patrol techniques. We will also study gang awareness. Students will be required to complete a 5 page research paper and several projects throughout the year.

Elective
10 Credits
Grade Level: 12
Grade Restrictions: 12TH Grade Only
Prerequisites: None
(Satisfies the Electives Graduation Requirement)
The fourth year course emphasizes report writing and college level curriculum. Units of crimes against persons, crimes against property, weapons violations, domestic violence, sex crimes, and multicultural relations are college level themes and will require steadfast commitment. We will also focus on field investigation and report writing of particular crimes. Scenarios training and role-playing will be used extensively. Students will also participate in workshops to help them compete successfully for job testing in the law enforcement field. Students will be responsible for identifying and developing solutions to a real local issue that effects youth in their area. This group project will require all individual participation. In keeping with the project theme, students will sign up for and responsibly maintain required duties that keep the Criminal Justice Academy running smoothly – year book, rank, newsletter, All Academy events, Sr. Dinner/Crab feed, fundraisers, Academy blog, student interns, etc.

(0 Period only) Elective
10 Credits
Grade Level: 9-12
Grade Level Restrictions: None
Prerequisites: Speech & Debate (non-competitive) / Teacher Approval
(Satisfies the Electives Graduation Requirement)
This course is designed to provide students with the necessary public speaking skills necessary to present legal and social arguments within a judicial framework. Students will be exposed to the rules and procedures of both trial and appellate courts, allowing them to conduct arguments in both venues. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to compete in both mock trial and moot court competitions as a valuable way to sharpen their argumentative skills. Through these formats, students will improve their analytic thought process and their ability to reason critically.