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  • 9th grade - .5 Practical Art credit

    This course will be an introduction to career and technical education programs. Students will be exposed to computer science, health science, machining and manufacturing, agriculture, engineering, carpentry, criminal justice, and family and consumer sciences. This broad introduction class will help students find a program that perhaps they may choose as a career choice after high school.

  • 1 Practical Art credit

    This course will be an introduction to career and technical education programs. Students will be exposed to computer science, health science, machining and manufacturing, agriculture, engineering, carpentry, criminal justice, and family and consumer sciences. This broad introduction class will help students find a program that perhaps they may choose as a career choice after high school.

  • 9th, 10th Grade – ½ Practical Art credit

    This course is required for students going into the Business pathway and is a prerequisite for all upper-level Business classes. Students will learn to enhance their computer software skills and prepare for a wide variety of careers. Students will learn the basics of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, which will enable them to work more effectively and productively in their other high school classes as well as in the workforce. This course is an excellent preparatory class for any career cluster or major in college. This course is highly recommended for students in the Business pathway.

  • 9th, 10th Grade – ½ Practical Art credit

    An interactive exploratory course into a variety of business topics including marketing, management, financial management, human resources, international business, and business ownership.  This class will provide a foundation for future business courses and prepare students to be wage earners, consumers, and to make business and economic decisions. This course is highly recommended for students in the Business pathway.

  • 10th, 11th, 12th Grade – 1 Practical Art credit

    Accounting I introduces students to the basic principles of financial record-keeping and business accounting. In this course, students learn how to analyze and record financial transactions, prepare basic financial statements, and understand the role of accounting in everyday business operations. Through hands-on practice with journals, ledgers, and other accounting forms, students develop skills in organization, problem-solving, and financial decision-making. This course provides a strong foundation for future business studies and real-world financial literacy.. Accounting 1 is in the Business Management & Administration Cluster and Finance Cluster of courses identified by the U.S. Department of Education.

  • 11th, 12th Grade – 1 Practical Art credit

    Prerequisite: Accounting 1

    Accounting 2 builds on the foundational skills learned in Accounting 2, offering students a deeper understanding of financial systems and business accounting practices. Students explore advanced topics such as payroll, inventory management, budgeting, depreciation, and financial analysis. They also work with more complex accounting transactions. This course strengthens analytical and problem-solving skills while preparing students for college-level business courses and careers in finance, accounting, or entrepreneurship. Accounting 2 is in the Business Management & Administration Cluster and Finance Cluster of courses identified by the U.S. Department of Education.

  • 10th, 11th, 12th Grade – ½ Practical Art credit

    Prerequisite: Business Computers with an 80% or higher

    This course is an advanced study in word processing, spreadsheet, and database activities. Students will utilize and integrate Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access. Excel will be used to build, format, and enhance worksheets and charts. Students will use Access to create, edit, and query databases. This course is an excellent complementary elective for any career cluster or major. Students will have the opportunity to become certified as a Microsoft Office Specialist in Word, Excel and Powerpoint.

  • 11th, 12th Grade – 1 or 2 Practical Art credits – Minimum of 10 hours work per week

    Requirements: Application (See Mrs. Hill), students must also be concurrently enrolled in a Business or Marketing course

    This internship option is offered to students who are enrolled in any course within the Business or Marketing Departments. This allows qualified students to be excused from school a portion of the day to work in one of the approved businesses of the Carthage area. Juniors can be excused for one block out of eight, while seniors can be excused each day for one to two blocks. The student intern earns credit toward graduation for both the class and the Co-Op Program. Up to two hours of credit can be earned for the internship, depending on the average number of hours the student works each week. Students must be able to provide their own transportation.

  • 10th, 11th, 12th Grade – ½ Practical Art credit

    Step into the world of business and finance! This course prepares students for careers in banking, financial services, and business management by applying math and analytical skills to real-world financial situations. Students will learn how to plan, manage, and analyze the monetary aspects that drive business success. Topics include financial statements, business cycles, opportunity costs, cost-benefit analysis, methods of financing, interest calculations, profit and loss, and investment strategies. Through hands-on activities and problem-solving with business math, students will gain the knowledge and confidence to make sound financial decisions and understand how money moves within a business—from the bank to the balance sheet.

  • 11th, 12th Grade – 1 Practical Art credit

    Prerequisite: Successful completion of at least one full credit of Business classes and previous involvement in FBLA and/or DECA or with special permission from the instructor.

    This course is project-based. Students will work on multiple FBLA and DECA projects throughout the year. Students will practice various multimedia skills and work to enhance their team leadership skills. Students will enhance leadership, teamwork, and interpersonal skills while learning valuable leadership lessons and participating in self-reflection and self-growth in areas of leadership and management. This course is an excellent complementary elective for any career cluster or major.

  • 10th, 11th, 12th Grade – 1 Practical Art credit

    A program that prepares individuals to serve as legal office managers, special assistants and legal secretaries. It includes instruction in office management,secretarial science, principles of US law, legal terminology and documentation, legal research, legal software application, law office procedures, record?keeping, billing,applicable policies and regulations and professional standards and ethics. It may include preparation for individuals to serve as court reporters, captioners and scopists.

  • 11th, 12th Grade – ½ Practical Art credit

    Step into the world of business and discover what it takes to lead, manage, and succeed! This course gives students a hands-on look at how businesses operate, from understanding basic economic concepts to making smart financial decisions. Explore marketing, human resources, and workplace communication while learning how legal, ethical, and social considerations shape management decisions. Students will also learn about different leadership styles and develop the skills to lead teams effectively. Practical experience with business tools and technology—such as accounting, sales analysis, and inventory management—helps students apply what they learn in real-world scenarios. By the end of the course, students will be prepared to handle management responsibilities, make informed business decisions, and succeed as leaders in the workplace.

  • 10th, 11th, 12th Grade – ½ Practical Art credit

    Preference is given to students who have taken either Business Computers or Intro to Business

    This course is designed to provide students with the fundamental knowledge needed for organizing, developing and implementing a business, but also skills that will help them be successful in the workplace. Topics of study will include learning the advantages and disadvantages of owning a business, preparing a business plan, choosing a location, securing a loan, determining organizational structure, promoting a business, and more.

  • 10th, 11th, 12th Grade – 1/2 Practical Art credit and required for graduation.

    This course allows students to solve real-life problems and prepare themselves for real adult life. Topics include budgeting, wages and benefits, banking, choosing insurance, getting loans, using credit, and more. The course also focuses on setting up accounts, balancing a checkbook, writing checks, and many other hands-on projects.

  • 10th, 11th, 12th Grade – 1/2 Practical Art credit and required for graduation.

    This course allows students to solve real-life problems and prepare themselves for real adult life. Topics include budgeting, wages and benefits, banking, choosing insurance, getting loans, using credit, and more. The course also focuses on setting up accounts, balancing a checkbook, writing checks, and many other hands-on projects.