Variety of Elective Class Options Available to Students
October 6, 2022
While extracurricular activities are often noticed, the majority of students are not always aware of the elective options available in high school.
There are 24 electives currently able to be selected. Some electives have prerequisite classes that must be taken either freshman or sophomore year. Most electives support endorsements which can help with college applications and acceptance.
Technology oriented class options include BIM, robotics, computer science, accounting, video/audio and newspaper.
“Computer skills will be increasingly required for many jobs,” computer science teacher Davin Davis said. “As the world is constantly evolving, so is the need for education.”
“I look forward to it because I’m excited to learn about managing money,” accounting student Mayrin Espinoza said.
Communication classes like journalism and yearbook help students develop writing and creativity skills.
“Having experience with taking photos led local newspapers to seek me out,” senior Payton Botelho said. “This is my fourth year being involved in some aspect of school journalism. I recommend this class because it helps with general analysis skills and being able to write on the spot effectively.”
Students can choose art, band, and theater to meet the requirements for a Fine Arts Endorsement. Humanity classes like health/speech, hospitality, nutrition, culinary arts, dollars and sense, and human growth and development are also available.
“I can become a better cook and It’s just fun,” sophomore Jocelyn Salazar said. “Wouldn’t you have fun if you got into the kitchen and cooked all day?”
Students can elect to take a variety of classes under the ag department including, small animals, wildlife management, greenhouse, floral design, ag mechanics, ag structure and design (engineering and architect classes), equine science and welding.
“From an Ag standpoint,” sophomore and president of FFA Makenna Eppes said, “I would encourage other students to get involved in FFA because of scholarship opportunities and different ways to gain leadership skills.”
