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Emergency Medical Responder

July 26, 2022 By

Have you ever wondered what happens after making a 911 call? Get a realistic look into the day-to-day, fast-paced life of an EMR and how their roles and responsibilities fit into the larger picture with Emergency Medical Services. Discover how to conduct a patient assessment when you arrive on a scene and assess and treat various medical emergencies. If you’ve ever dreamt of being on the front lines, providing quality care to save someone’s life, then explore the exciting career as an Emergency Medical Responder.

Semester A Syllabus

Semester B Syllabus

Please contact us for more details!

Medical Terminology

July 26, 2022 By

Learning the language is essential for careers in health science. Join word parts to form medical terms, associations within body systems, and better communicate with colleagues and patients. Build your proficiency and confidence with this course and prepare yourself for a career in health sciences.

Semester A Syllabus

Semester B Syllabus

Please contact us for more details!

Criminal Justice Internship

November 10, 2020 By

This internship course explores careers and training in a supervised internship setting. Combines theory with field experience in the field of human services. Students spend approximately 2.5 hours per week per credit on the job and complete academic work. Students may earn 2 college credits through Normandale Community College. Students wishing to earn concurrent college credit must be a junior or senior and earn a B- or better.

Syllabus

Honors Mentorship: Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science

June 30, 2020 By

    Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science Mentorship is ​an ​advanced​ learning ​experience ​for high school students ​who ​seek a challenge,​ and ​who ​are ​ready ​to ​explore ​their academic and professional ​goals ​for ​the ​future.​

      The complete series is the equivalent of two year-long courses in a student’s schedule, recognizing the significant time commitment given to the experience.

        Students will spend the first part of the year learning about professional skill building, becoming acquainted with the literature of the profession, and conducting informational interviews with experts in the field. From these interviews the students will nominate a mentor, the person with whom they will work for the rest of the school year and complete a professional-level project that has real-world application. The student is expected to spend four to six hours per week under the guidance of the mentor.

          Assignments include:

          • Developing a professional resume
          • Conducting informational interviews
          • Reading and annotating articles from professional journals
          • Watching and summarizing TedTalks lectures relevant to area of study
          • Creating a professional-level project under the mentor’s guidance
          • Developing an electronic professional portfolio

            Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science Mentorship students develop an early professional reputation through a mutually beneficial mentor-protégé relationship, as they find ways in their day-to-day work at their mentorship sites to contribute to the mentor’s goals. They build skills in the areas of professional development, personal development, and leadership. Their experiences build a network of professionals and leaders, as well as peers who are emerging professionals and leaders.

              For additional information, please visit Honors Mentor Connection Online.

                Honors Mentorship: Chemistry and Life Science

                June 30, 2020 By

                  Chemistry and Life Science Mentorship is ​an ​advanced​ learning ​experience ​for high school students ​who ​seek a challenge,​ and ​who ​are ​ready ​to ​explore ​their academic and professional ​goals ​for ​the ​future.​

                    The complete series is the equivalent of two year-long courses in a student’s schedule, recognizing the significant time commitment given to the experience.

                      Students will spend the first part of the year learning about professional skill building, becoming acquainted with the literature of the profession, and conducting informational interviews with experts in the field. From these interviews the students will nominate a mentor, the person with whom they will work for the rest of the school year and complete a professional-level project that has real-world application. The student is expected to spend four to six hours per week under the guidance of the mentor.

                        Assignments include:

                        • Developing a professional resume
                        • Conducting informational interviews
                        • Reading and annotating articles from professional journals
                        • Watching and summarizing TedTalks lectures relevant to area of study
                        • Creating a professional-level project under the mentor’s guidance
                        • Developing an electronic professional portfolio

                          Chemistry and Life Science Mentorship students develop an early professional reputation through a mutually beneficial mentor-protégé relationship, as they find ways in their day-to-day work at their mentorship sites to contribute to the mentor’s goals. They build skills in the areas of professional development, personal development, and leadership. Their experiences build a network of professionals and leaders, as well as peers who are emerging professionals and leaders.

                            For additional information, please visit Honors Mentor Connection Online.

                              Honors Mentorship: Physical and Environmental Science

                              June 30, 2020 By

                                Physical and Environmental Science Mentorship is ​an ​advanced​ learning ​experience ​for high school students ​who ​seek a challenge,​ and ​who ​are ​ready ​to ​explore ​their academic and professional ​goals ​for ​the ​future.​

                                  The complete series is the equivalent of two year-long courses in a student’s schedule, recognizing the significant time commitment given to the experience.

                                    Students will spend the first part of the year learning about professional skill building, becoming acquainted with the literature of the profession, and conducting informational interviews with experts in the field. From these interviews the students will nominate a mentor, the person with whom they will work for the rest of the school year and complete a professional-level project that has real-world application. The student is expected to spend four to six hours per week under the guidance of the mentor.

                                      Assignments include:

                                      • Developing a professional resume
                                      • Conducting informational interviews
                                      • Reading and annotating articles from professional journals
                                      • Watching and summarizing TedTalks lectures relevant to area of study
                                      • Creating a professional-level project under the mentor’s guidance
                                      • Developing an electronic professional portfolio

                                        Physical and Environmental Science Mentorship students develop an early professional reputation through a mutually beneficial mentor-protégé relationship, as they find ways in their day-to-day work at their mentorship sites to contribute to the mentor’s goals. They build skills in the areas of professional development, personal development, and leadership. Their experiences build a network of professionals and leaders, as well as peers who are emerging professionals and leaders.

                                          For additional information, please visit Honors Mentor Connection Online.

                                            Careers in Cosmetology

                                            August 17, 2015 By

                                            The main purpose of this course is to introduce you to the study of Cosmetology. Students will explore career options in the field of cosmetology. Research into some of the common techniques used in caring for hair, nails, and skin in salons, spas, and other cosmetology-related businesses will also be presented.

                                            Syllabus

                                            Careers in Criminal Justice

                                            August 14, 2015 By

                                            Careers in Criminal Justice is a course designed to learn the ins and outs of the criminal justice system in the United States, and spark interest in possible careers in the field. You will begin the course developing an understanding of how the criminal justice system works and its history. This includes a study of criminal law, the prison system, and criminal trials. Then you will consider all of the possible job opportunities in this field, and how each of those jobs operates.

                                            Syllabus

                                            SciMent: Science Research

                                            March 25, 2015 By

                                            The SciMent online program is designed to provide talented students an opportunity for high academic achievement in science through independent research, mentoring and competition in the Intel Science and Engineering Fair, the premiere science competition in the world. This course makes it possible for a high school student to complete a project that is traditionally expected of a college senior or graduate student, and is a strong indicator of future academic success.

                                            Enrollment is limited and applicants must interview with the instructor to ensure understanding of program requirements before being admitted.

                                            Throughout the year the students will:
                                            • Study and apply the scientific method
                                            • Investigate existing research on a topic of their choosing
                                            • Contact professionals in this field and establish a mentorship
                                            • Design and conduct a rigorous scientific study
                                            • Draft a research paper
                                            • Submit both their research paper and project in the Intel Science Fair
                                            • Communicate their research findings to their peers and research community

                                            The online course is a natural fit for busy students in need of flexibility in their schedule. The course is designed week-by-week to guide the students as they make connections with scientists and conduct research in the field most interesting to them. They are supported along the way by the instructor, a professional mentor and highly motivated peers also enrolled in the course. In completing a project, students tie in the scientific method, technical writing, public speaking, visual presentation, statistics, and many of the physical sciences, along with networking with peers and other professionals. Students who have successfully completed a project have proven themselves to be ready for many of the rigors of college and the professional world beyond.

                                            Students should register for the series of Science Research A, B, C and D. Additional semesters E and F are also available.

                                            Each segment is the equivalent of a semester credit or block term (.5 credit as reported by NSO to the local school).

                                            They must be taken in series, but timing is flexible. Prospective students must work through their counselor to complete the registration process.

                                            Option 1
                                            A – spring or summer
                                            B&C – fall
                                            D – following spring

                                            Option 2
                                            A – spring or summer
                                            B – summer or fall
                                            C – fall
                                            D – following spring

                                            Option 3
                                            A&B – fall
                                            C&D – spring

                                            The high school student who applies for college having taken this course has several advantages over peers. They are academically unique in their independent pursuit of challenging learning. They have developed a project of professional regard that is of real world benefit. They have cultivated the skills needed to communicate confidently with adults. This course also offers students a professional immersion experience where they can explore the field they hope to pursue before attending college. Whether the experience affirms their career decision or causes the student to identify a preferred career, it happens before the large college investment is made.

                                            For more information view the Sci Ment Program pages, or contact:

                                            Princesa VanBuren Hansen, 612-232-1721, pvanburenhansen@district287.org

                                            Honors Mentorship: Social and Behavioral Science

                                            March 25, 2015 By

                                              Social and Behavioral Science Mentorship is ​an ​advanced​ learning ​experience ​for high school students ​who ​seek a challenge,​ and ​who ​are ​ready ​to ​explore ​their academic and professional ​goals ​for ​the ​future.​

                                                The complete series is the equivalent of two year-long courses in a student’s schedule, recognizing the significant time commitment given to the experience.

                                                  Students will spend the first part of the year learning about professional skill building, becoming acquainted with the literature of the profession, and conducting informational interviews with experts in the field. From these interviews the students will nominate a mentor, the person with whom they will work for the rest of the school year and complete a professional-level project that has real-world application. The student is expected to spend four to six hours per week under the guidance of the mentor.

                                                    Assignments include:

                                                    • Developing a professional resume
                                                    • Conducting informational interviews
                                                    • Reading and annotating articles from professional journals
                                                    • Watching and summarizing TedTalks lectures relevant to area of study
                                                    • Creating a professional-level project under the mentor’s guidance
                                                    • Developing an electronic professional portfolio

                                                      Social and Behavioral Science Mentorship students develop an early professional reputation through a mutually beneficial mentor-protégé relationship, as they find ways in their day-to-day work at their mentorship sites to contribute to the mentor’s goals. They build skills in the areas of professional development, personal development, and leadership. Their experiences build a network of professionals and leaders, as well as peers who are emerging professionals and leaders.

                                                        For additional information, please visit Honors Mentor Connection Online.

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