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    Students who are interested should contact their counselor regarding the process for enrolling in these courses or contact Dr. Jennifer Stanfill, Director of Choice Programs at jstanfill@parkwayschools.net or 314.415.8450.

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    Spark! provides high school students in the Parkway and Rockwood School District with dynamic, immersion-based student learning experiences to ensure students can understand and respond to an ever-changing world.  To accomplish this task, the districts actively engage and work collaboratively with business partners, community service and educational leaders to design and develop mutually beneficial learning experiences based on the interests of students and stakeholders. Spark! serves students from Parkway North, Parkway South, Parkway West, Parkway Central, Fern Ridge, Eureka, Marquette, Rockwood Summit, and Lafayette High Schools.  Spark! is an example of how business, community and public education can partner to produce personalized learning experiences that educate the workforce of the future, especially in high skill, high demand jobs. Click here for a brief, informational video. Please visit parkwayspark.com to apply.  Applications open December 1, 2023.  The deadline to apply for Spark! is February 4, 2024.

    207441 & 207442
    SPARK! PRE-PROFESSIONAL HEALTH SCIENCES ACADEMY
    Grade: 12
    2 Career & Technical Education credits
    Prerequisite: Senior standing, plus acceptance into the Spark! program

    Spark! Health Sciences is an engaging experience that examines the dynamic and diverse field of medicine and healthcare. During this experience, students will be exposed to the variety of opportunities and benefits of careers related to health sciences.  Spark! Health Sciences participants will expand upon principles of human physiology, develop fluency in basic medical terminology, formulate treatment plans for patients and engage in First Aid and CPR training.  Students will receive essential foundational knowledge based on industry demand, while also participating in clinical experiences across the continuum of care that may consist of job shadows, group projects, service learning and individualized mentorship.  Diverse healthcare professionals will serve as guest lecturers and outside learning experiences will involve site visits to a variety of medical and healthcare facilities. Articulated credit is available through St. Louis Community College.

    207481 & 207482
    SPARK! INCUBATOR
    Grades: 11-12
    2 Career & Technical Education credits
    Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing, plus acceptance into the Spark! program

    The Incubator is a business incubator where students will learn the skill sets necessary to move an idea from light bulb to launch.  They will live and learn stages of ideation, business development, perfected pitch proposals and business implementation.  They will be part of a team and use critical thinking to grow ideas to the next level.  The Incubator will support students in the development of a start-up company, social enterprise or nonprofit organization. Dual credit is available through Maryville University and Lindenwood University.

    207491 & 207492
    SPARK! BIOSCIENCE
    Grades: 11-12
    2 Elective credits
    Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing, plus acceptance into the Spark! program

    Want to learn more about living organisms through regular interactions with academic and business experts and trips to local institutions?  Try out Spark! Bioscience.  This program provides students with a passion for the biological sciences the opportunity to work with experts in the field.  If your interests lie with the micro or macro, with plants, animals, or humans, this experience will provide opportunities for research, inquiry, and project based learning. 

    207501 & 207502
    SPARK! TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS
    Grades: 11-12
    2 Career & Technical Education credits
    Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing, plus acceptance into the Spark! program

    For independent juniors and seniors who want to solve problems with digital technologies, Spark! Technology Solutions is a course that provides time, resources, and professional connections. Unlike a typical class, students determine what skills they focus on and deeply learn. Students may pursue passions in app development, cybersecurity, web development, data analytics, game design, geospatial technologies and more. During first semester, students apply their learning to team projects sponsored by industry partners, and, in second semester, to micro-internships with local and remote businesses. At least one year of successful technical coursework or equivalent experience is highly recommended.

    207511 & 207512
    Spark! Digital Media
    Grade(s): 11 - 12
    1 CTE credit each semester
    Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing, plus acceptance into the Spark! program
     
    For independent juniors and seniors who want to deliver real products to clients outside of school, using a wide array of digital assets (graphic design, photography, animation, video and audio), Spark! Digital Media is a course that provides time, resources, and professional connections. 
     
    Spark! Digital Media is designed as a small multimedia agency that promotes companies, people and products. Students enrolled develop the communication, project management and professional skills necessary to succeed in today’s creative business environment. In addition to delivering products to clients, students meet with and learn from professionals who hold different roles and careers within the creative industry.

    207531 & 207532
    +SPARK! ENGINEERING
    Grades: 11-12
    2 Career & Technical Education credits
    Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing, plus acceptance into the Spark! program

    Spark! Engineering is modeled after cutting-edge engineering schools like MIT School of Engineering, Olin College of Engineering, Stanford School of Engineering, Purdue University, inspired by Project Lead the Way, and endorsed by local universities. The course is designed for students who are interested in engineering and manufacturing fundamentals, entrepreneurship, and innovation. Immerse yourself with engineers and manufacturers using state-of-the-art tools and software to create and test 3D prototypes solving complex problems. Apply lean manufacturing processes that create value for customers and drive out the waste in production. Students experience hands-on, active learning with full immersion in real-world projects sponsored by business partners.  Students work in multi-disciplinary teams to provide innovative solutions to a company's real-world problems. Engineering projects are tailored to student interest in the fields of chemical, electrical, mechanical, civil, environmental, software/ computer, architectural, advanced manufacturing, robotics, biological, and environmental.

    207541 & 207542 (Elective)
    SPARK! SPORTS MEDICINE
    Grades: 11-12
    2 Elective credits
    Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing, plus acceptance into the Spark! program

    Spark! Sports Medicine is designed for students interested in professions in sports medicine such as athletic training, physical therapy, orthopedics, and sports performance.  In this program, students will gain a fundamental understanding of the human body, human performance, and human movement.  Students will acquire skills to prevent, evaluate, and treat sports injuries.  In addition, students will understand current trends in the  healthcare industry and the importance of interprofessional collaboration to improve patient care.  

    Relevant industry topics such as sports medicine principles, anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, exercise physiology, and therapeutic modalities will also be discussed.  Throughout the Spark! Sports Medicine experience, students will connect with expert healthcare professionals and engage in fieldwork, simulations, case studies, and internship experiences for authentic observation and skill application.

    207551 & 207552
    SPARK! TEACHING & LEARNING
    Grades: 11-12
    2 Career & Technical Education credits
    Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing, plus acceptance into the Spark! program

    Spark! Teaching and Learning immerses students in teaching and learning.  Students will understand learning styles, teaching methodologies, technology integration, cultural responsiveness and a focus on data-driven decision making in the schooling system.  Students will engage in a collaborative relationship between teachers, administrators, students and families.  This experience will focus on the general theory and practice of learning and teaching; the basic principles of educational psychology; the art of teaching; the planning and administration of educational activities; school safety and health issues; and the social foundations of education. Students will experience the true essence of the teaching and learning process through observation, interaction and teaching. Dual credit is available for this course.

    Visit http://parkwayspark.com to apply for Spark! Experiences.

    In partnership with St. Louis Community College at Wildwood and St. Louis Community College at Meramec

    What is the Parkway Early College Partnership?

    The Early College Partnership (ECP) is a full-immersion, early entrance to college program located on the campus of St. Louis Community College (STLCC) at Wildwood or St. Louis Community College (STLCC) at Meramec.  Students attend the ECP for two years, replacing the junior and senior years of traditional high school.  While in the ECP, students engage in a curriculum consisting of all college coursework taught by professors at STLCC.  Upon successful completion, students earn an Associate of Arts degree, as well as a high school diploma.  

    CLICK HERE TO VISIT OUR WEBSITE!

    What resources are provided to students participating in the ECP?

    • Students will have access to a full-time counselor and college advisor

    • Students will have access to the STLCC Student Resource Center, Library, and Computer Labs, as well as student clubs and campus activities

    Why should my son/daughter participate in the ECP?
    This is a unique and innovative opportunity for students to join a cohort of high school students who are studying in a non-traditional setting on the campus of a community college.  This experience provides schedule flexibility and an associates degree upon completion of the program.

    What are the requirements for admissions into the ECP?

    How are students selected for the ECP?
    A committee of administrators and counselors will review:

    • Classroom performance for courses taken in 9th and 10th grade

    • Attendance

    • Academic potential

    • Academic engagement

    • Time-management skills

    • Access to post-secondary learning

    • Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher*

      • *Students with a GPA below 2.5 may apply but will require one recommendation from a Parkway staff member

    • Discipline history

    • Student responses to application prompts

    How many students will be accepted?
    For the 2024-2025 school year, each high school will be allotted 7 spots for rising Juniors for a total district cohort of 28 students.

    What is the deadline for applying to the ECP?
    The online application must be submitted by February 4, 2024.  Supporting paperwork (Expectations and Responsibilities Signature Page and ACCUPLACER scores) must also be submitted by February 4, 2024.  Students will be informed of acceptance to the program by March 1, 2024.  All accepted students will attend an Orientation at STLCC in the spring.

    What calendar will my child follow?
    Students will follow the STLCC academic calendar and are required to be in attendance for all classes.

    Can my child take classes at his/her high school?
    This program is designed to take all classes on the campus of the STLCC-Wildwood or STLCC-Meramec; however, in rare cases, a high school course may be approved by the Director of Choice Programs and Principal.  

    Can my child participate in extracurricular activities at his/her high school?
    Yes, students may return to their home high school for extracurricular activities and sports.

    Will students with IEPs or 504s be eligible for participation in ECP?
    Yes.  Students will have the opportunity to visit the Access office at STLCC for support, as well as their high school counselor, IEP case manager, and ECP coordinator.

    Should my student continue participating in the A+ Schools Program?
    Yes, we recommend students continue with the A+ Schools Program for the following reasons:

    • There may be opportunities for access to benefits at 4-year colleges and universities

    • A+ funds may be utilized for additional STLCC courses beyond the associate's degree

    • If a student decides to opt out of the ECP program at any time, they can continue working on A+ eligibility requirements

    Will all the STLCC credits transfer to a 4-year institution?
    Students who are planning to attend a public, 4-year institution in Missouri will benefit from the CORE 42.  The purpose of CORE 42 is to facilitate the seamless transfer of academic credits. The completion of the CORE 42 at any public institution of higher education will transfer to every other public institution of higher education in the state and substitute for the receiving institution’s general education requirement. 

    Many out-of-state and/or private colleges also accept the majority of credits earned through the ECP program. 

    Who pays for the ECP?

    • The Parkway School District will cover the costs of tuition and fees of college classes for up to sixty (60) total credits.  Students are required to maintain passing grades (C or better) in all classes.

    • Students are responsible for the cost of books.

    How will students receive high school credit?
    All STLCC grades will be posted on the Parkway Schools transcript and will count towards graduation.  Courses taken at STLCC are not weighted on the Parkway transcript since a college GPA and transcript will ultimately override the high school transcript when applying to colleges.

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    Fern Ridge serves as an extension of Parkway’s four traditional high schools. Designed for students in grades 10 through12 who prefer a small and personalized school setting, the program provides individual, small group, and whole group learning opportunities.  Teachers utilize Parkway curriculum and students receive Parkway credit.  Transportation is provided.

    Admission is based not only on the program’s ability to meet a student’s academic, social, and emotional needs, but also on a student’s desire and level of commitment to be successful.  Applications and additional information about the program are located at https://www.parkwayschools.net/Domain/32.  

    Attending Fern Ridge is a privilege and space is limited to 100 students. 

    Students in the Parkway School District have a number of virtual learning options available to them.  See below for details on each of these options:

    St. Louis Virtual Campus

    St. Louis Virtual Campus partners with St. Louis County school districts to provide an option for students who wish to access their learning virtually. St. Louis Virtual Campus allows students to access specialized and upper-level, asynchronous, online courses.  Students will access their courses utilizing Schoology, St. Louis Virtual Campus’s learning management system.  Communication with the instructor and other students is done primarily via electronic communication (email, chats, discussion boards, etc.). Teachers may schedule online meetings (via Zoom or Google Meet), if needed.  

    St. Louis Virtual Campus allows students a flexible, online alternative to extend and enrich learning, as well as complete a portion of their high school course work.  Classes will be designed to meet a variety of learning styles and needs.  

    To enroll in these courses, Parkway students should request them in Infinite Campus during the course registration process.

    Course Name

    STLVC Descriptions

    Prerequisites

    AP Physics C: Mechanics

    Course Number: 139320V

    AP Physics C: Mechanics is a one-semester course. It is the first of a two-course sequence that is equivalent to a first-semester college course in calculus-based physics sequence taken by science and engineering students at most colleges and universities. Course topics include kinematics, dynamics, energy, momentum, rotation, gravitation, and oscillation. Students who enroll in this class may receive college credit through successful performance on the AP Physics C: Mechanics College Board examination.

    You should have taken calculus or be taking calculus at the same time as this course

    AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism

    Course Number: 139330V

    AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism is a one-semester course. It is the second of a two-course sequence that is equivalent to a first-semester college course in calculus-based physics sequence taken by science and engineering students at most colleges and universities. Course topics include conductors, capacitors and dielectrics, electric circuits, magnetic fields, and electromagnetism. Students who enroll in this class may receive college credit through successful performance on the AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism College Board examination.

    You should have taken calculus or be taking calculus at the same time as this course.

    AP Music Theory

    Course Number: 129701V/129702V

    AP Music Theory is a year-long course that provides a solid foundation in intervals, scales, chords, metric/rhythmic patterns, and the terms used to describe these elements of music as related to the major-minor tonal system. With this foundation, the course progression includes more complicated tasks, such as the following: dictation of melodic and harmonic materials; the analysis of music, including the study of motivic treatment and the rhythmic and melodic interaction between voices; harmonic analysis of a functional chord passage; and the realization of figured bass. The course provides students with the opportunity to develop, practice, and master music theory skills essential to success in post-secondary music theory course work. This course will prepare students to take the AP Music Theory College Board exam.

    Ability to read and write musical notation and basic voice or instrument performance skills

    Accounting I

    Course Number: 037111V/037112V

    Students interested in learning how businesses operate, students interested in accounting or business as a major in college, and students interested in learning about keeping the financial records for their own business in the future, can all benefit from taking Accounting I. Students will learn financial accounting concepts including the accounting equation, the accounting cycle, entering transactions, posting to ledgers, preparing financial statements and payroll systems. Students will learn to utilize spreadsheet programs and automated accounting software to perform accounting procedures. Connections between accounting principles, the business world, as well as career opportunities in Accounting are provided.

    None

    Accounting II

    Course Number:

    038121V/038122V

    Accounting II gives students the opportunity to apply their knowledge from Accounting I by mastering advanced accounting activities and concepts. The topics included are departmentalized accounting, inventory planning, depreciation, notes, accrued expenses and revenues, stocks, bonds, and dividends. Students will continue to utilize spreadsheet programs and automated accounting software to perform accounting procedures. Accounting II provides the foundation of skills and knowledge with which to pursue study in college or enter the work world.

    Accounting 1

    Calculus III

    Course Number:

    118761V/118762V

    Calculus III is a continuation of the material covered in AP Calculus BC. The course emphasizes a multi-representational approach to calculus through the exploration of limits, differentiation, integration, series, parametric functions, polar functions and many applications within these areas. In this course, students will study in depth situations involving change and accumulation using descriptive, analytical, numerical and graphical approaches. This course prepares students to take the College Board AP Calculus BC examination, which fulfills the requirements for Calculus I and Calculus II and follows the syllabus approved by the AP Audit.

    Calculus BC

    Chinese 1

    Course Number:

    067611V/067612V

    Chinese 1 will introduce the students to the basic components of Mandarin Chinese through theme-based content and activities. Pinyin Romanization, simplified forms of Chinese characters and basic grammar patterns, as well as functional everyday expressions will be taught within the living context of Chinese culture. This course is designed for students who wish to develop skills in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Mandarin Chinese. Topics will start from self-introduction and develop to students' immediate surroundings such as school, family and daily life. Cultural components will be taught through movies, video, songs, crafts, festival celebrations and geographic context.

    None

    The Missouri Course Access and Virtual School Program (MOCAP) has developed a catalog of virtual online courses for students. Parkway students are able to take an entire course from any Internet-connected computer, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. MOCAP's mission is to offer Missouri students equal access to a wide range of high-quality courses, flexibility in scheduling, and interactive online learning. Credits earned from these courses will count toward Parkway graduation requirements.

    The state-approved course catalog and approved vendor list are available HERE.  

    FULL-TIME MOCAP ENROLLMENT INFORMATION

    For students wishing to attend MOCAP full-time, there have been changes to the legislation with regard to Host Districts and Non-Host Districts.  See below:

    An overview of the enrolment process for MOCAP Providers with Hosts versus MOCAP Providers without Hosts is outlined below:

    Students who are interested in a full-time schedule will complete this online application.  The application closes 10 days into the start of the semester.

    PART-TIME MOCAP ENROLLMENT INFORMATION

    For students who wish to take a course through the MOCAP program, we encourage families to consider our preferred, third-party, online vendor, Launch. If students wish to access a different course through another MOCAP provider, they are welcome to do so.

    The application for MOCAP courses for the 2024-2025 school year is available HERE.

    Once an application has been submitted, a school team (or IEP/504 team) will review the request and make a “best educational interest” determination by evaluating the following:

    (1) Student has the pre-requisite for the requested course

    (2) Student has been successful in previous online coursework

    (3) Student will have access to academic supports that he/she has previously utilized and benefited from

    (4) Student course request(s) will meet special education and/or 504 needs

    (5) Student course requests will not exceed 7 scheduled classes

    If the request is approved, the student will be enrolled with the requested MOCAP vendor.

    Students requesting Missouri Course Access (MOCAP) courses must do so within the district enrollment period, which ends 10-days after the start of each semester. Students requesting a course after the enrollment period may result in a denial of the request since it may not be in the best educational interest of a student to begin a MOCAP course mid-semester. The student may be approved to enroll in the same course during the following semester's enrollment period.

    For any questions regarding virtual learning in Parkway, please visit parkwayschools.net/Page/11608 or contact Dr. Jennifer Stanfill at jstanfill@parkwayschools.net or (314) 415-8450.

    South Tech provides juniors and seniors with real-world experiences, real-world skills, and engaging, hands-on learning to prepare them for college and careers. We celebrate the pursuit of their passion and help them find the right pathway to their own success. Our partial-day schedules keep students engaged in their home high school academics and activities while they enjoy experimental learning in Tech's elective courses. 

    Our tuition-free, career and technical education (CTE) majors allow students to explore their career interests before graduation while earning industry certifications, college and high school credits, and skills that will last a lifetime. We work with an impressive list of business and industry partners that provide our students with mentorship, internships, apprenticeships, part-time employment, scholarships, and full-time employment offers after high school. Our students are in demand. 

    Students planning to attend Tech in the fall of their junior year can begin applying as early as the beginning of their sophomore year.  Students are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as they have decided they want to attend Tech as space is limited. 

    Click HERE for a video of South Tech.   

    More information and the application can be found at: www.southtechnical.org 

    Students interested in registering for summer credit advancement classes can submit their course requests during the 2024-2025 school year registration process.

    Here is an overview of the summer course offerings:

    Credit Recovery - Credit Recovery courses are designed for students who have taken and previously failed the course in a previous semester. All credit recovery courses will be offered in-person at Parkway Central High School.  Credit Recovery courses are invite only and course requests cannot be submitted in IC during the course registration process.  In the spring, students will be invited to attend based on a review of their transcript.  The following Credit Recovery courses will be offered:

    English - English 1, English 2
    Mathematics - Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 
    Science - Biology 1, Biology 2, Matter and Change
    Social Studies - Modern US History, World History, Government

    Transportation to Parkway Central High School will be provided via shuttle buses from each Parkway elementary school.

    Credit Advancement - Credit Advancement courses are designed for students who are taking the course for first-time credit. If a student has taken the course and previously failed, they are allowed to register for a Credit Advancement course to re-attempt the credit. All credit advancement courses will be offered virtually in an asynchronous manner, meaning that students will learn on their own schedule within a certain time frame (typically one week). Students will access and complete lectures, readings, homework, assignments, and other learning materials by instructor-defined deadlines.

    Virtual Summer School classes will be held from June 10-July 18. There will be a mandatory, synchronous class meeting at the beginning of the summer term. In addition, students may be asked to attend other meetings based on their performance in the class.

    If a student is interested in a third-party, online course through the Missouri Course Access Program, please click HERE to submit a request.

    Students will be able to request Summer School classes beyond the course registration timeline. Contact your counselor for more information.

    INSTRUCTIONS FOR 2024 SUMMER SCHOOL CREDIT ADVANCEMENT COURSE REGISTRATION IN INFINITE CAMPUS

    This document explains the process of how a student can register for next year’s summer school courses using the Campus Portal. NOTE: The Maryville College Admissions Program is not “requestable” in IC.  Students will need to complete the program application if they are interested in this opportunity.

    Follow the steps below to register for classes:

    1. To access the portal login screen, go to: https://parkwaymo.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/parkway.jsp, choose Campus Student

    2. Log in with your Portal username and password.

    3. Click More, then Course Registration.


    1. Click on the summer school calendar. Credit advancement courses will be available in the  SSVP CHS 24-25 calendar (please note graphics say 23-24).

     Required, Requested and Alternate Courses

    1. Courses that your counselor added (to fulfill graduation requirements, etc.) may appear and will display as Required.  Changes to these requests cannot be made, but you can discuss the choices with your counselor.

    2. Courses you requested display as Requests.  These requests can be modified (changed to Alternates, removed, etc.)

    3. Courses you requested as alternates display as Alternates.  These requests can also be modified.

    Request Courses

    1. Click the Add Course button. A list of available courses will be displayed.

    2. Scroll to find a class you would like or begin typing the name of the course in the Search field.  Matching results display below the search field.  The right arrow will give unit information and a description of the course.  

    3. Add the course by clicking on the course name, then the Add Request button.  Or, click the Add Alternate button.  This adds the course as an alternate choice, in case you cannot be scheduled into your request(s).

    1. Return to the Add Course screen by clicking Back.

    2. You can also add courses by clicking the blue “+” to the left of the course name.  In the pop-up message that displays, select Request, Alternate or Cancel.

     

     

    1. Change a course request to an alternate by selecting it from your list of courses and clicking the Convert to Alternate button.

    2. Delete a request by clicking the red X from the search results or by selecting the course and clicking Delete Request.


    1. When finished selecting courses, review the requests you have made and make adjustments as needed.  Click the Print button to generate a PDF of your required, requested and alternate courses.


    The Summer School High School Registration Guide can be found HERE.  A listing of credit advancement course offerings is also included below:

    CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
    037010 Introduction to Computer Technologies
    Credit Advancement/Asynchronous Virtual
    Credit Value: 1/2
    Credit Type: CTE
    Prerequisite: None
    Start Grade: 09
    Stop Grade: 12

    Description:
    The purpose of this course is to provide students with an opportunity to develop a strong foundation in computer and information literacy.  This course is a broad introduction to the use of computers as tools for creativity, communications and organizing information.  Students will learn about online tools, word processing and spreadsheet software, as well as publishing and presentation software.  Students will learn how to use computers flexibly, creatively and purposefully. All learners will be able to recognize what they need to accomplish and determine how they can utilize their digital literacy skills and knowledge to best approach the task.

    037350 Introduction to Business
    Credit Advancement/Asynchronous Virtual
    Credit Value: 1/2
    Credit Type: CTE
    Prerequisite: None
    Start Grade: 09
    Stop Grade: 10

    Description:
    This course will provide a solid foundation in business principles which are immediately applicable to students' lives. Through the use of interactive technology, presentations, and project management students are made aware of the integral role that they play in today's ever-changing global economy. The units presented are economics, entrepreneurship, marketing, and international business. The experiences students gain in this course will help them to succeed in future personal and business endeavors.

    037900 Virtual Foundations of Video Game Design
    Credit Advancement/Asynchronous Virtual
    Credit Value: 1/2
    Credit Type: CTE
    Prerequisite: None
    Start Grade: 09
    Stop Grade: 12

    Description:
    This virtual course will provide students with a complete understanding of the creative and technological sides of video game design. The course will introduce students to the different areas of game design. From design, integration, and marketing, students will be introduced to the complete cycle of video game design. Along with exploring the profession of video game design, students will be introduced to another avenue of computer science. This course is an introductory course for students with an interest in computer programming, computer science, web design and multimedia. 

    ELECTIVES

    057222 Advanced English Prep
    Credit Advancement/Asynchronous Virtual
    Credit Value: 1/2
    Credit Type: Electives
    Prerequisite:
    Start Grade: 09
    Stop Grade: 10 

    Description:
    Advanced English Prep helps bridge the gap between middle-school language arts and the high school Advanced English program. The course will include practice in close reading and annotation of texts, analytical literary discussion, and paragraph structure with a close focus on literary analysis, grammar/usage reinforcement, and vocabulary work. 

    116050 Prep Algebra 1
    Credit Advancement/Asynchronous Virtual
    Credit Value: 1/2
    Credit Type: Electives
    Prerequisite:
    Start Grade: 09
    Stop Grade: 12

    Description:
    This course is designed to introduce students to the basic algebraic properties, vocabulary, and concepts. It will prepare students for success in Algebra 1 during the coming year. Students who have failed a semester of Algebra should not take this course.

    116070 Prep Geometry
    Credit Advancement/Asynchronous Virtual
    Credit Value: 1/2
    Credit Type: Electives
    Prerequisite:
    Start Grade: 09
    Stop Grade: 12 

    Description:
    This course is designed to introduce students to the basic geometric properties, vocabulary, and concepts. It will prepare algebra students for success in geometry during the coming year. Students who have failed a semester of geometry should not take this course.

    961000 School Success
    Credit Advancement/Asynchronous Virtual
    Credit Value: 1/2
    Credit Type: Electives
    Prerequisite: None
    Start Grade: 09
    Stop Grade: 12

    Description:
    This course focuses on learning proven strategies to increase student success and applying those strategies that work best for each individual student;Topics covered include, but are not limited to; organizational skills, time management, reading strategies, note taking, flashcard schema, memorization and how your brain works, critical thinking, scientific method, conducting and presenting research, ACT test practice and ACT test strategies, coping with test anxiety, cooperative learning skills, graphing skills, listening skills, problem solving format for science, dimensional analysis of units for science, math sense.

    ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

    057130 Creative Writing 1
    Credit Advancement/Asynchronous Virtual
    Credit Value: 1/2
    Credit Type: English
    Prerequisite: None. May not be a substitute for English 1, 2, or 3.
    Start Grade: 10
    Stop Grade: 12

    Description:
    The goal of this course is to encourage and nurture the student's innate creativity. Students will study techniques used by professional writers and will be motivated with enticing writing activities designed to help them improve their skills while experiencing the pleasure of success. Writing may include plays, short stories, poetry, personal narratives, and various other creative modes.

    057540 Comparative Mythology
    Credit Advancement/Asynchronous Virtual
    Credit Value: 1/2
    Credit Type: English
    Prerequisite: none
    Start Grade: 10
    Stop Grade: 12

    Description:
    Students will explore and examine the myths of many cultures from around the world. Through analysis and comparison, students will gain an understanding and appreciation of the importance of myths throughout various places and times.

    FINE ARTS

    027000 Design Arts
    Credit Advancement/Asynchronous Virtual
    Credit Value: 1/2
    Credit Type: Fine Arts
    Prerequisite: None
    Start Grade: 09
    Stop Grade: 12

    Description:
    Design Arts provides students an opportunity to develop projects based on the knowledge, understanding, and application of the elements of art and principles of design. Students will experience the creative problem solving process, learn technical skills in a variety of media and learn to verbally evaluate their work and the work of others.  Students may need to come to the summer school building to pick-up materials and supplies for this course.

    027040 Art Appreciation
    Credit Advancement/Asynchronous Virtual
    Credit Value: 1/2
    Credit Type: Electives
    Prerequisite: None
    Start Grade: 09
    Stop Grade: 10

    Description:
    Art Appreciation offers visual and technical explorations in the fundamentals of art history and art production. Students will have opportunities to experiment with a wide variety of art media in addition to developing the skills necessary to analyze and interpret works of art. Art Appreciation provides a friendly foundation for future art courses, including A.P. Art History, Ceramics, Photography, Drawing, and Design Arts, as students learn to combine art historical knowledge with technical skills.

    HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION

    077100 Health & Wellness                             
    Credit Advancement/Asynchronous Virtual                                                                    
    Credit Value: 1/2
    Credit Type: Health
    Prerequisite: None
    Start Grade: 10
    Stop Grade: 10

    Description:
    Health and Wellness education is required for all students during their sophomore year. This comprehensive course includes the topics of personal wellness, nutrition, safety and first aid, disease prevention, human sexuality and healthy relationships, substance abuse and prevention, and community/environmental health.  This course meets the 1/2 credit health education requirement for Missouri and Parkway high school graduation.  

    087120 Athletic and Skill-Related Fitness
    Credit Advancement/Asynchronous Virtual
    Credit Value: 1/2
    Credit Type: PE
    Prerequisite: Physical Fitness Concepts
    Start Grade: 10
    Stop Grade: 12

    Description:
    This course will focus on the development of skill-related components of physical fitness to improve athletic performance and physical fitness. Students will participate in a variety of learning activities, movement drills, physical training, and sports activities that assist in the development of speed, power, balance, agility, coordination, reaction time, and muscle fitness).  Students will be expected to assess their fitness skill abilities and develop a personal fitness plan, incorporating fitness training principles and safety guidelines.  This course meets the second 1/2 physical education credit requirement for graduation.

    For students to document activity, a wearable device (Apple Watch, Fitbit, Garmin, Samsung, Polar) is required. Students will use the Strava App to log and submit activities. More details will be available in your class syllabus. Wearables are available for checkout from the district. Fees applied if not returned.

    087160 Physical Fitness Concepts-V Summer
    Credit Advancement/Asynchronous Virtual
    Credit Value: 1/2
    Credit Type: PE
    Prerequisite: none
    Start Grade: 09
    Stop Grade: 12

    Description:
    This course is the first required course to be taken in the physical education department and fulfills one-half of the physical education requirement. The content of the course involves participation in physical fitness activities*, an aquatic fitness unit**, and exposure to a variety of sport and lifetime-recreational activities. Emphasis will be placed on self-assessment, achievement, and maintaining personal health-related physical fitness goals. As a requirement of the course, the students will be responsible for developing and implementing a personal fitness plan. 

    *For students to document activity, a wearable device (Apple Watch, Fitbit, Garmin, Samsung, Polar) is required. Students will use the Strava App to log and submit activities. More details will be available in your class syllabus. Wearables are available for checkout from the district. Fees applied if not returned.

    **As part of the aquatic fitness unit, students will need access to a pool, private or public. There will be time available throughout the summer to use the High School pools in the district. Your instructor will have those dates and times posted.

    087400 Walking and Low-Impact Physical Activities
    Credit Advancement/Asynchronous Virtual
    Credit Value: 1/2
    Credit Type: PE
    Prerequisite: Physical Fitness Concepts
    Start Grade: 10
    Stop Grade: 12 

    Description:
    This course introduces students to walking for fitness, as well as a variety of other low-to-moderate lifetime and leisure  physical activities.  A major expectation of this course is for students to develop their personal fitness and to develop  competency with a variety of physical activities that promote lifelong fitness.  Students will also be expected to assess  their personal fitness and develop a personal health plan, incorporating fitness training principles, as well as safety and dietary guidelines.  This course meets the second .5 physical education credit requirement for graduation.

    For students to document activity, a wearable device (Apple Watch, Fitbit, Garmin, Samsung, Polar) is required. Students will use the Strava App to log and submit activities. More details will be available in your class syllabus. Wearables are available for checkout from the district. Fees applied if not returned.

    PERSONAL FINANCE

    037100 Personal Finance
    Credit Advancement/Asynchronous Virtual
    Credit Value: 1/2
    Credit Type: Pers Finance
    Prerequisite: None
    Start Grade: 10
    Stop Grade: 12

    Description:
    Understanding and managing personal finances are key to future financial success. This one-semester course is based on the Missouri Personal Finance Competencies and presents essential knowledge and skills to make informed decisions about real world financial issues. Students will learn how choices influence occupational options and future earning potential. Students will also learn to apply decision-making skills to evaluate career choices and set personal goals. The course content is designed to help the learner make wise spending, saving, and credit decisions and to make effective use of income to achieve personal financial success.  This course is available for dual credit through Missouri State University for all eligible Parkway students.  

    SCIENCE

    137500 Environmental Science
    Credit Advancement/Asynchronous Virtual
    Credit Value: 1/2
    Credit Type: Science
    Prerequisite: One credit of Biology and Junior or Senior Class standing
    Start Grade: 11
    Stop Grade: 12

    Description:
    How do humans and their behaviors impact the biosphere?  Students will investigate the way nature operates when left undisturbed and when influenced by humans.  Topics studied in Environmental Science include agriculture and soil,  human population and growth, weather and climate change, water, energy, and biodiversity.  This course is ideal for anyone who wants to learn more about how they can effect change on the Earth.

    SOCIAL STUDIES

    157790 Sociology
    Credit Advancement/Asynchronous Virtual
    Credit Value: 1/2
    Credit Type: Social Studies
    Prerequisite: None
    Start Grade: 10
    Stop Grade: 12

    Description:
    Sociology is the study of human behavior in groups which range from two people to societies of millions of people. Students will gain an understanding of important sociological concepts such as culture, socialization, status, role and group dynamics. Students will use the tools and techniques of sociology along with audiovisuals, group discussions, and simulations to investigate and analyze human relationships.

    OTHER

    961800 Maryville College Admissions
    Credit Advancement/In-Person Learning at Maryville University
    Credit Value: 1/2
    Credit Type: Electives
    Prerequisite: None
    Start Grade: 11
    Stop Grade: 12

    Description:
    Are you a rising junior or senior who is thinking about college?  Is ACT preparation on your mind?  If so, Parkway's Summer College Admissions Program is just the program to help you sort through the many decisions in front of you, and it is sure to help you begin preparing for life after high school.  Participating students will explore college options through guided internet research, college campus tours, and presentations from representatives from a variety of colleges and universities.  Students will have opportunities to compare and contrast schools, major and minor fields of study, and future career options!  They will investigate careers and gain practical experience in resume writing, interviewing and presentation making.  Participants will gain a better understanding of admission standards, financial considerations, scholarship options and more!  One-on-one conferring will help students craft and polish college and scholarship essays that will be ready to submit by the end of the course!  Even more, ACT strategies and tips will be embedded through daily instruction, with an ACT expert sharing his extensive knowledge!  All classes will be held at Maryville University.  Bus transportation is available to all students.

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