Summary
Business Education Course Descriptions
Career and Financial Management
Grades 10 – 12
1 credit
This course provides students with the opportunity to learn about the features of our economy, explore a variety of careers, learn the skills and competencies needed for success in the workplace and begin to become financially literate. CFM encourages students to look at ALL career possibilities and then investigate those that are best suited to their interests, abilities and strengths. Students will develop a career plan that will provide them with goals and objectives to continue education or enter the workforce. Each student will complete an employment portfolio of documents that provides them with the tools needed for a future career search.
Entrepreneurship
Grades 10 – 12
1 credit
This business course is designed to provide students with a basic foundation for starting and managing a small business. Content includes selected entrepreneurial skills as well as those necessary for management, merchandising and marketing functions inherent in the operation of a small business. Students successfully completing the course will have a solid foundation in concepts that may be utilized in starting a small business or entering employment immediately after high school.
Advanced Algebra with Financial Applications
Grades 11 – 12
1 credit*
* This course can be counted as a third Math credit or Business credit
Advanced Algebra with Financial Applications is a college-preparatory course that will use sophisticated mathematics to give you the tools to become a financially responsible young adult. The course employs Algebra, Precalculus, Probability and Statistics, Calculus and Geometry to solve financial problems that occur in everyday life. Real-world problems in investing, credit, banking, auto insurance, mortgages, employment, income taxes, budgeting and planning for retirement are solved by applying the relevant mathematics. Field projects, computer spreadsheets, and graphing calculators are key components of the course.
Sports and Entertainment Marketing
Grades 10 – 12
1 credit
This course is designed to introduce students to marketing principles as applied to the Entertainment and Sports areas. Students will see how this thriving industry is an important part of our culture and understand how each area impacts our society and individuals on a daily basis. Students will spend time working as a marketing specialist in a simulated sports business; there they will try out their skills and creativity marketing sports equipment.
Business Law
Grades 10 – 12
1 credit
This course is designed to teach students about citizenship and your legal rights as an individual. The class will focus on the legal issues relevant to student’s lives: justice, contracts, our criminal justice system, our court system and our freedoms. We will enjoy exploring many well known cases and explore the many career opportunities in this field. Practical application will take place through presentations, technology and video.
Internship
Grades 11 – 12
1 credit
This program is designed for juniors and seniors who are interested in exploring career options before graduating. This is an attractive opportunity for students who have completed required credits for graduation. These students can pursue a career area for wages while being compensated with additional high school credit. EACH student must receive administrative approval to participate.
Community Service
High School
½ credit/1 credit
The community service program is designed for students who are interested in devoting their time to volunteer organizations. The service program is in its truest sense a volunteer program of service. Students may choose from many civic organizations in our community to volunteer their time and efforts. This is an elective program, whereby High School students earn one (1) credit for 120 hours of volunteer service to the community/school service program to be performed during one/two school years. A ½ credit can be earned by serving 60 hours of volunteer service. This service may not be compensated through wages. Students are encouraged to enroll in this program and incorporate this into their high school portfolio.
Elementary/Middle School Peer Helper
Grades 11 – 12
1 credit
This opportunity is available to students wishing to assist our Golden Hill or middle school faculty and explore the area of elementary education. Students are excused during a portion of their school day to spend time at Golden Hill or in the middle school; helping with classroom management, tutoring those students needing assistance, and acting as a role model to our elementary and middle school students.
Work Release
Grades 10 – 12
This program is a privileged opportunity for students who have a study hall eighth/ninth period and the following conditions exist:
- Students must maintain a monthly log of time and skills acquired.
- Students must be punctual to school and maintain positive school behavior.
- Academic work must be kept current.
- The student’s employment must be verified and approved by the school. Continued eligibility is contingent upon maintaining employment while school is in session.
Job Shadow
High School Level
The Job Shadowing program allows students to explore a one-day visit at an occupation of their choosing. This experience allows the student exposure to a career in greater detail than afforded in the classroom. The student learns by observing or “shadowing” an adult mentor at the workplace. It is an ideal way for a student to receive exposure in a career area of interest. In addition, the experience acquaints the student with the requirements of various businesses and industries. Interested students need to fill out an application of intention. The Job Coordinator will guide the student through the entire process.