On Monday, November 27, students may pick up a form to drop or add a class from the counseling department. The students are responsible for getting the needed signatures from a parent/guardian, the outgoing teacher and the incoming teacher. If a student is trying to drop an AP class there is an additional form needed. These forms must be returned to the counseling office by November 30.

Below is a list of interesting classes to add to your schedule for second semester. A full list of classes available can be found at the bottom of this article or in the Guidance Office.

AP Study Hall with ACT Prep

AP Study Hall is a course that teaches useful tips and tricks to help prepare for the ACT. Gavin Nelson, a sophomore, said,”Well most of the time we’re taking notes over this and that getting ready for the final test and such it’s actually a really helpful class for those who don’t like testing that much.”

Zoology

Zoology is a class to learn about the diversity of animals, their classification and anatomy. Rachel Tinsley, zoology teacher says, “Zoology is a semester long study of the diversity of animals, classification and anatomy. There are 12 different dissections. There is not a lot of work outside class, but participation during class is essential. Students will keep a notebook to document their learning including notes, colorings and drawings. There is a field trip to the Saint Louis Zoo that occurs in March. A love or at least curiosity about animals will be important to enjoy the class”.

Global Cuisine

In Global Cuisine, students will learn about foods from around the world and then get the chance to make them. Lori Doerhoff, Global Cuisine teacher says, “In Global Cuisine we learn about food associated with regions of the world. We first start off with the 5 regions of the United States. Once we learn what kind of food specialized to each area, we then cook food for that particular region. After the US, we move on to countries of the world and study them. We focus on; what foods are native to certain areas and WHY. The why may be that is what is grown here, it could be that is what type of food was brought to this area by immigrants, or it could be culturally related to that area. Students in Global Cuisine get to taste foods that they may not be familiar with, while sharpening their culinary skills.”

Teen & Social Issues

Teen & Social Issues teaches about real life issues you and your peers may experience. Lori Doerhoff, Teen & Social Issues teacher says, “Teen and Social Issues is a class that is not always filled. However when taught it focuses on issues that are present in the world and especially teenage lives. This class will provide valuable information to help teens make sound decisions that will impact their development. Some topics include societal issues such as; drugs, mental and sexual health, and media influences.”

My Cuisine

My Cuisine teaches students about proper nutrition and food preparation. Students also get the chance to enhance their cooking skills. Lori Doerhoff, My Cuisine teacher “My Cuisine is an introductory foods class. The basics are learned in the classroom and then demonstrated in the foods lab. The class starts off learning basic cooking terms and techniques and advances as the semester goes on. My Cuisine is a prerequisite and prepares students for Global Cuisine. The teachers try and teach students how to prepare items homemade and to stray away from “boxed” foods. We make all food from scratch and even take a REAL pumpkin and turn it into a pumpkin pie. Other homemade foods prepared are; jam, biscuits, pizza, breads, cookies, waffles, Dorito ramen salad, and on and on!”

Fitness Walking

In Fitness Walking students will walk during the duration of class and learn how to stay active for the duration of their life through walking. Christina Ingram, sophomore says,”Well I like the class and all we do is walk for 40 minutes, take a break for 15-20 minutes, then walk the rest of the time,”

Film Studies

In Film Studies students will analyze films from various genres. William Palmer Film Studies teacher says, “In Film Studies, we study and analyze different genres of film through time, specifically discussing structure, artistic merit, and how it exemplifies its genre. We also tie these films back to film history and some elements of film production. This spring we will be looking at Art vs. Entertainment, Comedy, Documentary, and Sci-Fi. We will also be looking into creative ways to respond to the films a�� anything from making a commercial, a trailer, a short documentary, a screenplay, or whatever else the students can imagine creating.”

Psychology

Psychology is a course that explores the processes of the mind and introduces students to behavioral sciences. Justin Browning, Psychology teacher says, “a��Psychology focuses on human behavior and its causes. The class specifically focuses on areas such as, social psychology, an introduction to the many fields and careers involving psychology, APA research methods, biological factors of our behavior and motivation.”

Below is the original list of available classes. An updated version may be found in the Guidance Office.

1A

Study Hall

AP Study Hall

Advisory

A+ Tutoring

9th Grade Men’s Team Sports

Outdoor Education

Fitness Walking

Zoology

Law & Order

Child development 2

Global Cuisine

Art Foundations

Student Tech Help Desk

2A

9th Men’s Team Sports

Men’s Team sport

Global Cuisine

Art Basics

A+ Tutoring

Study Hall w/ACT Prep

AP Study Hall

Advisory

Health

Child Development 2

Student Tech Help Desk

3A

Study Hall

AP Study Hall

Advisory

Sport & Performance Psychology

Fitness Walking

Classical Roots and World Religions

Personal Finance

Health

Global Cuisine

Film Studies

A+ Tutoring

Student Tech Help Desk

4A

Study Hall

AP Study Hall

Advisory

A+ tutoring

Women’s Team Sports

Newspaper

Global Cuisine

Student Tech Help Desk

1B

Study Hall

AP Study Hall

Advisory

Men’s Team sports

Women’s Body Sculpting

Fitness Walking

Personal Finance

Global Cuisine

Interior Design 2\

A+ Tutoring

Student Tech Help Desk

2B

9th Lifetime FItness

My Cuisine

Personal Finance

Study Hall w/ACT Prep

AP Study Hall w/ACT Prep

Advisory

Health

Child Development 2

Student Tech Help Desk

3B

Study Hall

AP Study Hall

Advisory

A+ Tutoring

9th Grade Men’s Team Sports

Fitness Walking

Psychology

Sociology

Health

Zoology

Forensic Science

Computer Applications

Global Cuisine

Student Tech Help Desk

4B

Study Hall w/ ACT Prep

AP Study Hall w/ ACT Prep

Advisory

A+ Tutoring

9th Grade Men’s Team Sports

Women’s Strength Training

Health

Zoology

Microbiology & Disease

Forensic Science

Personal Finance

Child Development 2

Global Cuisine

Student Tech Help Desk