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Computer
Technology Assistance
Aerospace Science 1& 2
Leadership Training 1, 2, 3, 4
Peer Mediation 1 & 2
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY ASSISTANCE
Grades: 11-12
Credit: one
Prerequisite: Successful completion of an introductory computer
course or approval of course instructor. Technical Assistant
Application. Personal Traits and Occupational Skills Rating
by each current teacher.
Computer Technology Assistance is an elective course open
to students who have a fundamental level of computer hardware
and software knowledge. Students will learn advanced level
concepts of computer architecture, computer operating systems,
network concepts, software maintenance, and advanced computer
troubleshooting techniques as they apply their knowledge to
the maintenance and support of computers within the school.
Students will maintain a weekly journal of their learning
experiences that will serve as documentation for potential
employment opportunities.
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AEROSPACE SCIENCE 1
Grades: 9-12
Credit: one
This course
introduces students to aerodynamic principles, aviation history,
flight design, electrical and mechanical systems, instrumentation,
flight operations, safety and security, air traffic control,
airport design, rocketry, satellite and space operations.
Lab activities include computer simulations and model aircraft
design and testing. Leading businesses and government agencies
bring valuable exposure, expertise, and career experiences
to the program.
Describe
a typical lesson in this class.
A typical
lesson may require the student to understand the basic principles
of flight. They would in turn be able to apply those principles
on the flight simulator.
What
kind/how much homework is required in this class?
We would
complete a large portion of our projects in class. There will
be some homework required.
What
kind of materials do you use in this course?
A large
portion of assignments will involve using the computer, flight
simulator and internet. We will be working with balsa wood
and foam to build gliders and airfoils.
Is
there any after-school commitment or extracurricular activities
associated with this class?
We have
an aviation club that meets on a monthly basis that will allow
students not currently enrolled in the class to participate
in activities involving aerospace. It will also help those
enrolled in the class to participate in activities outside
of the school environment.
How
can this class help me in the future?
This course
will expose you to a variety of related careers in the area
of aerospace.
Anything
else I should know?
We will have a variety of guest speakers from the aerospace
community in class to discuss their specific careers. Speakers
from the previous years include a B-2 bomber pilot, an SR-71
pilot, numerous engineers and employees involved in the aerospace
arena.
Where
do I go if I have more questions about this course?
Please
see Mr. Chuck Cowell or email chuck.cowell@fcps.edu
Related
links:
www.howstuffworks.com
www.nasa.gov
www.faa.gov
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AEROSPACE
SCIENCE 2
Grades: 10-12
Credit: one
This
course provides students with the opportunity to increase
their depth and understanding of aerospace principles. They
will be involved with internship opportunities from a variety
of areas including air traffic control, airport operations,
and fixed-based operators management. Upon successful completion
of the course, students will be endorsed to take the written
portion of the private pilots examination. This is the first
step to earning a private pilot's license. In addition, students
will be exposed to a variety of guest speakers who will provide
first hand knowledge of the aerospace industry as well as
post-secondary and career education opportunities.
Describe a typical lesson in this class.
Typical lessons in this class will involve students studying
aerodynamic principles, applying these principles in the wind
tunnel and then building a flying models from successful tests
done in the wind tunnel.
What kind/how much homework is required in this class?
Some homework
will be required to master certain principles.
What
kind of materials do you use in this course?
We will
be using the Jeppesen-Sanderson Private Pilot Manual as well
as a workbook that accompanies the required textbook.
Is there any after-school commitment or extracurricular activities
associated with this class?
We have
an aerospace science club that will meet monthly to allow
students the opportunity to participate further in aerospace
activities and events.
How can this class help me in the future?
This course
will allow students to have the written portion of their FAA
private pilots exam completed which would allow the students
to complete private pilot training.
Anything
else I should know?
We hope
to be working with members in the aerospace community. These
include Northrop-Grumman Information Technology/TASC, Lockheed-Martin
and The National Air and Space Museum.
Where
do I go if I have more questions about this course?
Please
see Mr. Chuck Cowell or email chuck.cowell@fcps.edu
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LEADERSHIP TRAINING 1, 2, 3, 4
Grades: 9-12
Credit: one
This course provides leadership training to interested students.
It is especially appropriate for student body officers, committee
persons, and class officers. Planned discussions, exercises
in leadership, and development of evaluation skills will be
required. Special focus will be placed on organization, management,
election process, financial planning, opinion survey, communication
techniques, and community liaison. Student government and
class activities will be the basis around which most of the
course work is designed. Direct instruction of the approved
program of studies is required as part of this course.
Selection process--
The class is composed of elected and selected students. Students
in all grade levels are eligible for selection.
Elected:
Students elected to Student Government Office and the Class
senator for each class will automatically be in the Student
Leadership Training Class
.
Selected: Students will be selected based on the following:
-participation in the Leadership Challenge Seminar
-application
-teacher recommendations
-personal interview.
Class
Format:
Class lessons will consist of lecture, large group discussions,
committee meeting time and activities that reinforce the leadership
skills presented. Leadership skills addressed include public
speaking, group decision making, problem solving, leadership
styles, positive relationship building, communication and
parliamentary procedure. Students are responsible for all
material presented and will be tested on the material.
Homework:
Written
homework is minimal. On occasion, students may be expected
to complete a journal writing for homework.
Materials:
Students
are required to have a notebook for this class.
After-School
commitment or extracurricular activities:
Students
are required to attend SGA events that occur after school,
at night and on the weekend. Students are also expected to
stay after school to complete committee work as needed.
How
can this class help me in the future?
In today's
world, people with strong leadership skills are a valuable
commodity. Leaders with abilities to motivate and mobilize
empower others to act purposely. This course will enable students
to develop those skills necessary to become a highly valued
employee in this very competitive job market.
Anything
else I should know?
Students
are required to complete school service hours (referred to
as "good deeds") each quarter.
Where
do I go If I have more questions about this course?
Ms. Diane
Underwood, Ms. Kylie McKeag
Rm. C119
diane.underwood@fcps.edu
kylie.mckeag@fcps.edu
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PEER MEDIATION 1 & 2
Grades: 10-12
Credit: one
Prerequisite: Successful completion of the selection procedures.
Approval by the peer mediation program instructors and the
guidance director is required.
This course is designed to train students to implement a conflict
mediation program in the high school. The training program
is designed to develop students' interpersonal, support, and
leadership skills for the purpose of understanding how to
deal with conflict and serving as peer mediators and for working
with other students to resolve school-based disputes. Students
are taught to mediate disputes through intensive training
sessions, focusing on defining conflicts and underlying needs,
understanding different points of view, examining methods
for prejudice reduction, identifying conflict management styles,
practicing collaborative problem solving, and developing communication
skills.
Describe
a typical lesson in this class.
Peer Mediation
is designed to train students to help resolve conflicts between
students at Westfield through the formal mediation process.
A typical class would consist of a brief lecture, class discussion
and then skills practice. In the process the student learns
about their personal conflict style, how to remain neutral
and utilize a variety of communication skills. Guest speakers,
training for the county Mentor Works Program and the Teens
Against Tobacco Use are also part of the curriculum. Once
a student is trained, they need to be ready to conduct a mediation
at any point and time during the school day. Each student
keeps a journal for the purpose of reflection and so the teachers
can assess individual progress.
What
kind/how much homework is required in this class?
There
is one project per quarter as well as five mandatory service
hours per quarter. Written homework assignments are few and
may include written journal responses.
What kind of materials do you use in this course ?
A three
ring binder and a composition notebook for a journal
Is there any after-school commitment or extracurricular
activities associated with this class?
YES! After
school commitment is extremely important. Requirements include
Bulldog mentoring and TATU presentations at the neighboring
elementary schools. Community service hours must be done outside
the classroom per quarter.
How can this class help me in the future?
This class
will help you with communication skills and you will become
stronger in problem solving skills. It helps you to build
relationships in your surrounding community.
Anything else I should know?
Occasionally
students will be excused from class at various times during
the school day when mediation is necessary. This class does
include many trips outside of school, including local elementary
schools and team building activities such as Camp Highroad.
It is expected that students will keep track of make up work
for any class time that is missed.
We are looking for good students with good attitudes and good
ideas for making Westfield and our surrounding community a
better place.
Entrance to the peer mediation class is based on the interview
process. All students interested may sign up to get an interview
at the end of this year and will receive their letter of acceptance
or decline.
Where
do I go if I have more questions about this course?
Mr. Chuck
Hoskins - chuck.hoskins@fcps.edu
Mr. Kevin Laub - kevin.laub@fcps.edu
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