"The Phoenix Rises"
Elective Courses
Teachers:
Tera Freedman   freedmant@tmahs.com prep periods 1 and 4
Vicky Traverso traversov@tmahs.com prep periods 2 and 5
Christian Cantrell cantrellc@tmahs.com prep periods 3 and 7
Nicole Hsu hsun@tmahs.com prep periods 2 and 4

Course Description
Journalism

This elective courses is for students who are interested in learning the skills of interviewing, investigating, photography, newspaper layout, and reporting. Student enrolled in this course will gain writing skills as well as the opportunity to be published in the school's newspaper.

Introduction to Computer

This course introduces computers and computing.  Students will learn about computers in society, hardware and software applications and computer functions.  Students will learn basic hands-on skills in spreadsheets, word processing, graphics, the internet, typing, and multimedia presentations. 

Computer Programming (For the Web)

This is a beginning course where students will learn basic hands-on skills in writing HTML code, web design, the internet and introduction to Javascript.  Students will learn about computers in society, hardware and software applications and computer functions.  Upon completion, students will be able to program simple web pages.

Creative Writing

Students will be given the tools to execute effective writing, such as vocabulary building, exposure to wide varieties of literature, correct writing mechanics, the various writing styles and when to use them, poetic devices, and other techniques.

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