Our Courses

Future Planning 101 is a dynamic and interactive course designed for high school students at the cusp of making significant life decisions. This course aims to equip students with the tools, knowledge, and confidence needed to navigate their future, whether it involves further education, entering the workforce, or exploring other opportunities. This course is not just about planning for the future; it's about empowering students to confidently take the first steps towards their dreams and aspirations.

Are you a high school student who is starting to think about life after graduation? Or perhaps a parent who wants to support your child through the post-secondary/college planning process? Look no further! College/post-secondary planning 101 is a comprehensive course designed to equip high school students and their parents with the essential tools and knowledge needed to navigate the exciting world of college planning/post-secondary process.The course will be delivered through a mix of lectures, group discussions, interactive activities, and guest speakers. Participants will have access to online resources, including college planning tools, sample application materials, and scholarship databases.

Congratulations! You have successfully completed College Planning 101, and now it’s time to dive deeper into the college admissions journey. College Planning 102 is a supported independent study course designed to provide high school students and their parents with in-depth knowledge and strategies to navigate the complexities of college/post- secondary admissions and maximize their chances of getting accepted.

This is a placement and mentoring program that is offered to students who have completed Future Planning 101. It is not a regular course; rather, it is an individualized program that includes some or all of the following, based on the student’s Future Plan:

• Assistance selecting and registering for appropriate career-oriented courses at the Innovation Center, Career Elevation and Technology Center, AIMS Community College, Front Range Community College, etc.

• Assistance locating and arranging appropriate job shadows, internships, volunteer activities, etc.

• Weekly check-ins (in person, virtually, or by phone) to provide encouragement, clarification, accountability, problem-solving, and support to self-advocate as needed.

• Transcripting of credits earned through coursework, internships, or volunteer experiences, along with assessment documentation for internships and volunteer experiences.

Learn and practice techniques of art and design, focusing on drawing and painting. Explore color theory, develop artistic skills, and experiment with a variety of media. Use sketchbooks to experiment with concepts and techniques, and create several finished works of art!

Learn how cars function, how to use common automotive tools, how to conduct routine maintenance, and how to perform minor repairs. Valuable for those interested in exploring a career in the automotive industry, or those just interested in knowing how to better care for their own vehicles.

Learn basic carpentry skills and principles, as well as how to use standard carpentry tools and equipment. Develop safety awareness, learn to read blueprints, work on group projects, and design and create at least one independent project made of wood. This course will help students explore carpentry careers, or just develop skills for hobby projects and homeownership.

This class will explore various forms of communications, to strengthen one’s communication skills.  While this will contain some public speaking, the focus will be on various other forms of communications, including emails, resumes, letters, goal setting, social media, paraphrasing, and more. While there will be theory on these topics, the class will also discuss types of communications within each category, with in-class demonstrations and opportunities to practice. Take-home assignments will also challenge students to understand the skill and present it in class.

View movies and clips and discuss how media communicates a message, including what components such as lighting, music, camera angles, etc., contribute to the film's effectiveness. Projects will allow students to experiment with these components in their own short film segments.

Learn about personal finances, taxes, interest, and more through conversation and activities. Develop an understanding of different types of investing, the value of compounding interest, and wise saving and spending decision-making.

Interested in a career in landscaping, or just interested in gardening as a hobby? Cultivate a love of plants and learn what makes them not only grow, but thrive. This course combines horticulture (the science of growing) with gardening (the practice of growing). Students will cover the basics of soil, water, and climate in the growing process. They will also learn about the identification, planting, and maintenance of trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials, fruits and vegetables, herbs, and houseplants. The practice of landscape design will help bring it all together. Come and get your hands dirty!

A variety of activities in the gym or in the field, depending on the activity and the weather, possibly including soccer, pickleball, basketball, volleyball, disc golf, and more. Develop individual fitness as well as teamwork skills and game knowledge.

This class will explore many different types of public speeches and presentations. Presentation and theory on all topics will lead to an opportunity for students to share what they learned by preparing speeches or presentations for the class.

Students will be introduced to common vocabulary, phrases and concepts necessary for daily interpersonal interaction. Emphasis will be place on basic communication and comprehension in everyday situations. Students will gain a working knowledge of the basic structure of the language using the present tense. Students will engage in activities, presentations, conversations and projects to enhance their learning.