(College Credits via American International College) Course Summary Are you ready to take your writing to the next level and prepare for the challenges of college? This course is designed to help you find your voice as a scholar by mastering the tools of professional writing. You will move through a creative and recursive process—brainstorming, drafting, and revising—to turn your ideas into polished pieces. We will explore everything from personal storytelling to analyzing famous speeches, … [Read more...] about Intro. to Academic Writing
Grade 12
Social Protest and Civil Liberties
Course Summary This course provides a critical examination of the history of social protest and the ongoing quest for civil, political, and legal rights in the United States. Focusing on movements from the 1960s to the present, students will analyze the diverse strategies and methodologies used by marginalized groups to secure their constitutional liberties. By evaluating historical contexts and legal outcomes, participants will develop a nuanced understanding of how civic action drives … [Read more...] about Social Protest and Civil Liberties
Photography and Intro. to Graphic Design
Course Summary In this dynamic, hands-on course, students will bridge the gap between creative artistry and professional technology by mastering digital photography and some basics of graphic design. Utilizing industry-standard tools like Photoshop and Pixlr, participants will explore essential camera mechanics—including aperture, shutter speed, and ISO—to capture professional-grade imagery. Beyond technical skills, the course emphasizes media literacy and the exploration of anti-racist and … [Read more...] about Photography and Intro. to Graphic Design
Cybersecurity: Protecting Yourself and Your Community By Franklin Cummings Tech
Course Description: The cybersecurity module teaches students essential skills to protect themselves in an increasingly digital world, from creating strong passwords and spotting scams to understanding how cyberattacks actually work. Students will gain practical, real-world knowledge taught by a college cybersecurity student, making the content relatable and immediately applicable to their daily online activities. Beyond personal safety, this course builds critical thinking, problem-solving … [Read more...] about Cybersecurity: Protecting Yourself and Your Community By Franklin Cummings Tech
A 3-Day Shift in the ER by Harvard MEDscience
Course Description This innovative class immerses students in simulated medical emergencies, bringing classroom learning into the real world through hands-on experiences. Students learn to think like scientists as they are charged with diagnosing a patient. They are motivated to think critically, communicate effectively, and work collaboratively in teams. With a combination of clinical cases and unique classroom teaching methods, students join a challenging yet supportive environment … [Read more...] about A 3-Day Shift in the ER by Harvard MEDscience
BioTech Forward: Explore, Experiment, Excel by Digital Ready
Course Description In this six-week mini-course, students gain hands-on experience with modern molecular biology techniques using miniPCR kits. Through a series of structured 60-minute lab periods, learners practice essential skills such as pipetting, setting up PCR reactions, running DNA amplification, and analyzing results on a gel. The course emphasizes real experimental workflow, data interpretation, and scientific thinking, culminating in simple PCR experiments where … [Read more...] about BioTech Forward: Explore, Experiment, Excel by Digital Ready