KEYBOARDING

• Students learn proper typing techniques.
• Students learn to correctly format term papers, tables, business letters, & memos.

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WORD PROCESSING

• Students use Microsoft Word 2000 to create memoranda and letters.
• Students create resumes, cover letters, envelopes, and labels.
• Students use mail merge features to produce mass mailings.
• Students create newsletters.

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• Students use Microsoft Excel 2000 to create spreadsheets, and work throughout the semester on a stock market project.
• Students use Microsoft Access 2000 to create and maintain a database.
• Students use Microsoft PowerPoint 2000 to give presentations on college and career research.

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• Students use Internet Explorer and learn efficient browsing methods, including use of Boolean operators.
• Students use Microsoft FrontPage 2000 to create Web pages.

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• Students are given "real life" assignments, such as preparing programs and fliers for school activities.
• This course emphasizes the use of time management and various computer skills.

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• While working for one teacher or faculty member in the building, students develop office skills and must exhibit responsible behavior.
• Time management is emphasized.

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• Fundamental concepts of bookkeeping and accounting are discussed.

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• Advanced accounting concepts are discussed and students are prepared for an accounting or business career.

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• Students prepare for college as they discuss the creation, distribution, and marketing of products.
• Advertising appeals and methods, research techniques, and careers are discussed.

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• Students become aware of their rights as citizens.
• Penalties for crimes and methods to avoid future legal problems are discussed.
• Simulations make this class realistic and fun.

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• Legal reasoning and case analysis are discussed.
• Students prepare tax forms.

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• Students learn how to make wise economic decisions.
• A chapter on banking discusses saving, investing, check writing, and budgeting money.
• Advantages and disadvantages of buying with credit are discussed, and students learn the basics of financing and leasing cars.
• Students write resumes and cover letters, and send them to local businesses for their Career Shadowing Project.

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• Students study topics such as saving and investing, budgeting, and buying with cash, checks, and credit.
• Students prepare budgets, write and record checks, and prepare bank reconciliation.
• Students learn the advantages and disadvantages using credit and buying online.

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