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Class Suggestions for 2018-2019: AP, Dual Enrollment, and Focused Electives

1/9/2018

 
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January will be busy with student registration. Find out what classes are available here: 
By: Kat Franklin & Lynn Reynolds

Table of Contents:
AP
Science
Math
English
Language
Social Studies

Dual Enrollment (DE)
English

Focused Electives (FE)
Fine Art
Other

AP Classes
AP Biology:  Mr. Shane Gipson
AP Biology is a college-level biology class designed for juniors and seniors, taught by Mr. Gipson. Interviews were conducted with Mr. Gipson and one of his AP students, Jenna Powell.

How is AP Biology different from regular Biology?
Mr.Gipson: It’s harder. It has more labs and hands on experience.

What are the college-related benefits of taking the class?
Mr.Gipson: It’s a preview of college classes. You get college credit if you pass the test.

Why would you recommend students take it?
Mr.Gipson: It’s a fun class. You do lots of hands on labs. You’ll have fun taking it.

Why did you take this class?
Jenna Powell: I plan on going into dental hygiene, and this class is needed in college.

Why would you recommend other students take it?
Jenna Powell: You do lots of labs; it’s hands on. Mr. Gipson is a very good teacher.
    AP Chemistry: Ms. Bonnie Principe
    AP Chemistry is a college-level chemistry class designed for juniors and seniors, taught by Mrs. Principe. Interviews were conducted with Mrs. Principe and one of her students, Leah Kennedy.

    How is AP Chemistry different from regular Chemistry?  
    Mrs.Principe: It’s rigorous, it moves faster, and it deals with more advanced topics that are not in regular or honors chemistry.

    What are the college-related benefits of taking the class?
    Mrs.Principe: It makes you more prepared for college courses through the material and the pace.

    Why would you recommend students take it?
    Mrs.Principe: Because it’ll prepare them for college and provides college credit. It has financial benefits if you’re poor. It gives you study skills.

    Why did you take AP Chemistry?
    Leah Kennedy: I enjoy a challenge and I knew it was going to be difficult, but I was ready to take on the challenge.

    What are the college-related benefits of taking the class?
    Leah Kennedy: You don’t have to take two sciences in college [because this class replaces on of the two science classes required in college].

    Why would you recommend other students take it?
    Leah Kennedy: Mrs. Principe is a great teacher. The class lets you see different points of view and you learn something new every day.
      AP Environmental Science: Ms. Bonnie Principe
      AP Environmental Science is a college-level environmental science class designed for juniors and seniors, taught by Mrs. Principe. An interview was conducted with one of her students, Joe Bierman. Teacher was unavailable for comment.

      What do you do in AP Environmental Science?
      Joe Bierman: You learn about how natural systems affect humans and how humans affect natural systems.

      Why did you choose to take it?
      Joe Bierman: Because I had Mr. Lambert for honors chemistry and I wanted to have him again.

      What do you think of Mrs. Principe so far?
      Joe Bierman: She’s very nice. She has a different teaching style, which is to be expected, but she’s good.

      What are the benefits of taking the class?
      Joe Bierman: It’s a lab science. You get college credit so you don’t have to take a lab science in college. It has real world applications.

      Why would you recommend other students take it next year?
      Joe Bierman: It’s one of the better AP classes. It’s fun- it has labs and field trips. You learn different stuff and how it applies to the real world.
        AP Physics: Mr. Brian Story
        AP Physics is a college-level physics class designed for juniors and seniors, taught by Mr. Story. Interviews were conducted with Mr. Story and one of his students, Makayla Andrews.

        How is AP Physics different from regular Physics?
        Mr. Story: It’s more involved. There’s an AP test at the end. It’s more challenging and it prepares you for college physics.

        What are the college-related benefits of taking the class?
        Mr.Story: You get college credit. If you’re interested in a technical or scientific field, it’s the best science to take.

        Why would you recommend that students take it next year?
        Mr.Story: Physics provides the basis for all other science. It gives you success in other fields.

        Why did you take AP Physics?
        Makayla Andrews: So I wouldn’t have to take it in college.

        What are the benefits of AP Physics?
        Makayla Andrews: To get the experience of knowing how everyday things work. And having AP credit is good.
          AP Calculus AB: Mr. William Avery
          AP Calculus is a college-level math class for those that completed PreCalculus in the previous year. Interviews were conducted with the teacher Mr. Avery and one of his students, Joaquin Chaco

          How is AP Calculus different from other math?
          Mr. Avery: It does math with the infinite. Calculus provides a deeper understanding of nature and the universe.

          What are the college related benefits of taking it?
          Mr. Avery: You get college credit if you pass the AP exam, and it gives you a college work ethic.

          Why would you recommend students take it?
          Mr. Avery: It looks good on applications and helps you get a scholarship.

          Why did you take AP Calculus?
          Joaquin Chaco: It’s preparation for college.

          What are the benefits of taking AP Calculus?
          Joaquin Chaco: It helps you to think in other ways toward math. It helps when you start college.
            AP Statistics: Mr. William Avery
            AP Statistics is a college-level statistics class designed for juniors and seniors, taught by Mr. Avery. Interviews were conducted with Mr. Avery and one of his students, Damien Matiz.

            How is AP statistics different than normal math?
            Mr.Avery: AP Statistics delves more into hypothesis testing used in AP Bio and college classes.

            What are the college-related benefits of taking the class?
            Mr.Avery: You can save $100-1,000 avoiding your first year statistics class. Unless you’re a science engineer, it’s the most used math in other majors, like business.

            How does it apply to real life?
            Mr.Avery: You save money in college, it looks good on applications, and it saves time. Time is the most important thing to a young person. Understanding statistics is important to be a voter.

            Why did you take the class?
            Matiz: I plan on majoring in economics, it’s a good class.

            Why would you recommend another student take the class?
            Matiz: It’s useful. It challenges you.
              AP English Language/Composition: Ms. Robin Miller
              AP English Language is an English AP class that can be taken in Junior or Senior year. An interview was conducted with the teacher Ms. Miller.

              What kind of students do you recommend take this course?
              Mrs. Miller: Students must have a strong work ethic and low absenteeism. They must desire to learn and be open minded about certain topics and entertain other people’s ideas without accepting them.

              What are the benefits of this course in college?
              Mrs. Miller: When the students get to college they’ll have lots of experience with different types of writing, and they will get college credit from this course by bypassing freshman English.

              What kind of skills will the students be learning and/or building upon?
              Mrs. Miller: The students will close read nonfiction texts, analyze rhetorical strategies of the author, and write various types of essays.
                AP English Literature/ Composition: Ms. Angie Smith
                AP English Literature is a senior English class taught by Ms. Smith.  Interviews were conducted with the teacher Ms. Smith and one of her students, Ellie Padgett.

                How is AP English Lit/Composition different from regular and honors classes?
                Mrs. Smith: AP is the highest level of senior English you can take. It focuses on literature and writing about literature. The literature is world-focused. I try to find things the students haven’t read before. We read poetry from Asia …  anything from Eastern Europe to Tennessee.

                How does it apply to college?
                Mrs. Smith: You get college credits if you pass the end exam. It’s competitive for colleges and scholarships. It also gives you a work ethic that helps you prepare for college. AP lit has lots of discussion, lots of socratic seminars, which is the same type of learning environment you find in college.

                How does it apply to the real world?
                Mrs. Smith: Literature, reading, and writing are part of any degree, any job. It helps you get comfortable talking to people and talking to superiors.

                Why did you take AP English?
                Ellie Padgett: I love reading; I love reading in class. I love how it focuses more on discussion.

                What are the benefits of taking it?
                Ellie Padgett: I like writing about interesting books.

                Why would you recommend other students take it?
                Ellie Padgett: It’s a really good class to improve GPA and to improve you as a person. It makes you look at the world differently, and your opinion matters.
                  AP Latin: Mr. Ryan Vinson
                  AP Latin is a college level class taken by those that wish to learn more about Latin. Interviews were conducted with the teacher Mr. Vinson and one of his students, Zachary Costa.

                  What kind of people do you recommend for this course?
                  Mr. Vinson: AP Latin is for some of the school’s most diligent and dedicated scholars, who have had three years of Latin and want to dive into the world of authentic Roman literature by reading Julius Caesar and Virgil.

                  What are the benefits of this course in college?
                  Mr. Vinson: Of course, passing the class gets you college credit – maybe even two years’ worth, so you can save money on four semesters of tuition! Never underestimate the savings you can get from AP classes. More than that, just taking AP Latin looks great on college applications and can help you get into the school of your choice. Last but not least, Latin majors in college score the highest on the LSAT exam and do best in law school, med school, and more. Doing well in AP Latin requires a vast amount of memorization as well as understanding the rules of a complicated and consistent system. The sort of systemic thought required to analyze the language, the study habits required to succeed, and the vocabulary acquired in Latin class will help students in any field of study in college.

                  What kind of skills will the students be learning/ building upon?
                  Mr. Vinson: Students hone their skills in reading authentic Latin, both prose and poetry, by navigating more complex sentences and fitting them into a larger narrative. They also learn more about Roman history and mythology – by reading it directly from the source!

                  Who do you recommend for this course?
                  Zachary Costa: [It’s great for] anyone interested in Latin, Roman history, Roman life, Roman mythology, and/or people who want to go to medical school.

                  What made you take this class?
                  Zachary Costa: I just wanted to read actual Latin.

                  What have you learned so far?
                  Zachary Costa: I’ve gotten used to reading actual latin instead of simple Cambridge Latin.

                  What do you think this class will help with?
                  Zachary Costa: It’ll help you understand the history of the ancient world, and learn more with Latin grammar, as well as English grammar.
                    AP World History: Mr. Robert Lusk
                    AP World is a college level history class for those who want to go more in depth in the history of the world. An interview was conducted with one of Mr. Lusk’s students, Parker Jones. Mr. Lusk was unavailable for comment.

                    What made you take this class?
                    Parker Jones: I’m really interested in history in general, so I decided to take it.

                    What have you learned so far, and what’s your experience been like in this class?
                    Parker Jones:  I’ve learned detailed histories about different civilizations that I wouldn’t have known otherwise if I hadn’t taken this class. We learn about past events, like Feudalism and The Plague. The work is hard, but if you put effort into it, then you can get through it.

                    What do you think this class will help with?
                    Parker Jones: Gives you a college credit if you pass, and gives you good knowledge on history-like if you want to be an historian. It will help with other history classes if you want to take more.
                      AP U.S. History: Ms. Stacie Dunn
                      A college level class for students that want to go more in depth in U.S. History. An Interview was conducted with the teacher Ms. Dunn.

                      Why should people take this course, and what are the benefits?
                      Mrs. Dunn: First, you have a chance to earn 6 hours of college credit.  Most AP courses taught at RHS only give 3 hours.  The rigor you will get in this class will prepare you for college work.  Also, the reading and writing in this course is the type you will see at the college level.

                      What kind of people do you recommend for this course, and what do you expect from them?
                      Mrs. Dunn: Students who like history, who don’t mind working hard, and who want to take a course that will get them prepared for college should take AP USH.

                      What kind of skills will the students be learning and/or building upon?
                      Mrs. Dunn: Students will become better readers and their reading comprehension will improve. They will learn a form of writing that most fields in college expect you to use in writing.  They will also learn higher level thinking skills.  Although this is, of course, a US History class,  skills learned in the class will help them in most of their college coursework.
                        AP Human Geography: Ms. Sandra Black
                        A college level class for students. An interview was conducted with one of her students, Kayla Johnson. Ms. Black was unavailable for comment.

                        What made you take this class?
                        Kayla Johnson: People said it was on interesting stuff that is relevant to what is happening in the world today.

                        What have you learned so far, and what’s your experience been like in this class?
                        Kayla Johnson: I’ve learned about populations, people’s identities, migration, and language. Good discussions between students.

                        What do you think this class will help with?
                        Kayla Johnson: Knowing things about other people’s cultures and how they live. It can help with traveling to different countries, and even trying to stay in touch with events happening all around the world so you can understand why people react to those events and why it’s important to them.



                        Dual Enrollment Classes
                        Dual Enrollment English IV Composition: Ms. Angie Smith
                        A college level class for students. Interviews were conducted with Mrs. Smith and one of her students, Lauren Utt.

                        What makes it different from regular English?
                        Mrs. Smith: Dual Enrollment is the second highest senior English class you can take. You have to have a 3.0 GPA and a 20 on the ACT to qualify for the class, and you have to maintain a B to stay in it. You don’t read as much in the class, only one book per nine weeks. It’s mostly British fiction and non-fiction with a higher reading level and faster pace.

                        What are the college-related benefits of taking the class?
                        Mrs. Smith: You get the college credits for completing the course, without having to take an AP exam.

                        Why would you recommend students take it?
                        Mrs. Smith: It has guaranteed credits- there’s no test you have to take. You just have to finish with a B. It focuses more on writing than on reading. You learn to be a better writer.

                        Why did you take this class?
                        Lauren Utt: I like to write and it involves lots of writing.


                        What are the benefits of taking the class?
                        Lauren Utt: You get freshman English out of the way. It’s free and Mrs. Smith is a great teacher.

                        Why would you recommend students take it?
                        Lauren Utt: It gets the difficult stuff out of the way, like writing essays longer than three pages.



                        Fine Art Electives
                        Choir: Danny Chartrand
                        Interviews were conducted with Mr. Chartrand and his students, Keri Lawson.

                        What is Choir?
                        Mr. Chartrand: It’s a class that teaches you to use your voice, to sing with other people, and to read music. We work as a team; we set the individual’s goal aside from the group’s

                        What are the benefits of taking the class?
                        Mr. Chartrand: It’s 45 minutes where you can relax and not get stressed by academics. It’s not a test-driven class.

                        Why would you recommend students take it?
                        Mr. Chartrand: It’s a relaxing forty-five minutes with no stress. If you love to sing, this is the class for you.

                        Why did you take this class?
                        Keri Lawson: To help with my anxiety. It gives me confidence about being in front of crowds, and I love to sing.

                        What are the benefits of taking the class?
                        Keri Lawson: It’s easy and fun.

                        Why would you recommend students take it?
                        Keri Lawson: The teacher is reasonable. You’ll get an A as long as you participate.
                          Band: Mr. Brock Cobb
                          An interview was conducted Mr. Cobbs and one of his students, Hannah Dodson

                          What is Band?
                          Cobb: It’s a performance-based class focused on playing wind and percussion instruments. A prerequisite for the class is two years prior band experience. Middle school band or private tutoring counts.

                          What are the benefits of taking the class?
                          Cobb: It’s an outlet for creativity. You can express yourself through music. It has social benefits as well- you group together with like-minded people that have a common interest. Being in Band builds teamwork.  It’s a chance to be part of a team. It teaches you to follow instructions and think creatively.

                          Why would you recommend students take it?
                          Cobb: If you’ve taken Band before, then it’s obviously something you enjoy doing, and you can keep doing it. It’s hard work.

                          What made you take this class?
                          Hannah Dodson: I played Clarinet during middle school and I wanted to continue, and band is awesome and you should do it.

                          What have you learned so far, and what’s your experience been like in this class?
                          Hannah Dodson: I learned that I’m a good clarinetist, and I build on the experiences and skills I learned in middle school, and I get to do more honor bands/concerts. It’s been amazing. I LOVE band.

                          What do you think this class will help with?
                          Hannah Dodson: College they give out scholarships to band students even if you're not going to college for it.
                            Theater: Ms. LuEllyn Wilcox
                            An interview was conducted with Ms. Wilcox.

                            Why should people take this course, and what are the benefits?
                            Mrs. Wilcox: They can’t just say they want to do it for all 4 years. They have to audition for my advanced classes and 35 of them can make it. They have to be truly passionate about acting. For students who want to go into acting and tech, it is a path for them to take in order to get scholarships in college and beyond. For students who just want to take it as an elective, it is a good course to teach them confidence for other academic courses.

                            What kind of people do you recommend for this course, and what do you expect from them?
                            Mrs. Wilcox: I recommend students who want to act and have experience already and students who lean toward that area. I expect them to put their best foot forward so they grow as an actor and/or technician.

                            What are the benefits of this course in college?
                            Mrs. Wilcox: Students who are going into theatre, communication major, will benefit having a resume where they have had experience in high school and scholarships generally go to students who have had that experience.



                            Other Electives
                            Web Design: Ms. Terry Teeter
                            Web Design is a class that focuses on designing and updating websites. Web Design teacher, Ms. Teeter, answered all questions in an informative description of the class. Anything you might need to know about the class can be found below.

                            Computer Science Foundations – 1st Class
                            Students will be able to describe various information technology (IT) occupations and professional organizations. They will be able to demonstrate logical thought processes and discuss the social, legal, and ethical issues encountered in the IT profession. Upon completion of this course, students will be prepared to make an informed decision about which Information Technology program of study to pursue.

                            Web Design Foundations is a course that prepares students with work-related web design skills for advancement into postsecondary education and industry. The course is intended to develop fundamental skills in both theory and practical application of the basic web design and development process, project management and teamwork, troubleshooting and problem solving, and interpersonal skill development. Laboratory facilities and experiences simulate those found in the web design and development industry; where interaction with a “client” is indicated in the standards, it is expected that students’ peers or the instructor may serve as mock clients in lieu of an actual relationship with an industry partner. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be prepared for more advanced coursework in the Web Design program of study.

                            Website Development builds on the skills and knowledge gained in Web Design Foundations to further prepare students for success in the web design and development fields. Emphasis is placed on applying the design process toward projects of increasing sophistication, culminating in the production of a functional, static website. As students work toward this goal, they acquire key skills in coding, project management, basic troubleshooting and validation, and content development and analysis. Artifacts of the work completed in this course will be logged in a student portfolio demonstrating mastery of skills and knowledge. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be prepared to pursue a variety of postsecondary programs in the computer sciences.
                              Business: Mr. Daniel Newton
                              An interview was conducted with one of Mr. Newton’s students, Madison Matheney. Mr. Newton was unavailable for comment.

                              What made you take this class?
                              Madison Matheny: I want to go into business when I’m in college.

                              What have you learned so far, and what’s your experience been like in this class?
                              Madison Matheny: I’ve learned alot about the business side of things-haven't started marketing--the economy, I don’t know just business. It’s really fun.

                              What do you think this class will help with?
                              Madison Matheny: I think it's a good base for business courses in college and teaches you a lot about what to expect and real world experiences
                                Construction: Mr. Joseph Cherry
                                Construction is a class that teaches you to build houses, be safe in a construction site, and think for yourself around tools.


                                What is Construction?
                                Mr. Cherry: Construction is a three stage process that gives an overview of structural systems.
                                Sophomores: You begin to learn the fundamentals of construction safety and a broad overview of industry standards and methods.
                                Juniors: Structural systems are the focus of the second year classes. It teaches framing systems. You learn to platform build, cut rafters, lay out walls, and build staircases, all while communicating with one another.
                                Seniors: This year deals with cosmetic construction. Students learn roofing and putting on exterior siding, hardie board, and brick veneer. They also learn insulation, cabinetry, drywall, and finishing trim.

                                By the time they complete the three year program, students have a broad overview of how to construct a house, and how to oversee a job site.

                                What do you do in Construction?
                                Mr. Cherry: We build 24 ft by 44 ft portable classrooms for CMCSS and maintenance sheds of 24 ft by 24 ft.

                                What are the benefits of the class?
                                Mr. Cherry: Though our class teaches hard skills such as the skill saw, hammer, and drill, it also teaches soft skills like timeliness, coming prepared, coming dressed and ready, and communication skills.

                                What are the real-world benefits of Construction?
                                Mr. Cherry: These things are useful in all jobs- you have to be on time. I don’t expect the students to go into a construction field, but they will all be homeowners one day, and they need to understand what’s behind their walls.

                                Why should students take Construction next year?
                                Mr. Cherry: It’s useful- they can repair their own home. This class believes in hands-on. You can earn money doing home repairs with your construction knowledge.

                                Why did you take Construction?
                                Alex Farley: It’s something I’ve always liked to do, ever since I was a kid.

                                What are the benefits of taking Construction?
                                Alex Farley: You learn to build houses, or you can self-repair your own house.

                                Why would you recommend other students take Construction?
                                Alex Farley: College decreases the work force, opening up jobs for those with construction skills. It’s a guaranteed job.
                                  Human Services: Ms. Jennifer Brown
                                  Human Services is taught by Ms. Brown. It teaches you more about your fellow human. An interview was conducted with one of her students, Liz Abrams. Ms. Brown was unavailable for comment.

                                  Why did you decide to take this class?
                                  Liz Abrams: I wanted to have more of an idea of what human services were like on a deeper level.

                                  Why do you like it?
                                  Liz Abrams: You actually use stuff in everyday life- in family and outside activities from school.

                                  What are the benefits?
                                  Liz Abrams: If you want to have a bigger mindset of what other people are thinking and feeling, this class is good for you.

                                  Why should other students take it?
                                  Liz Abrams: The teacher is really nice; she relates with students and has kids our age.
                                    Academic Electives:
                                    The academic elective allows you to take extra academic classes instead of a continuing course. There is no set teacher as you can take a variety of academic classes in different subject areas.

                                    Why did you take the academic elective?
                                    Sawyer Griffy: I felt like it’d be the most useful. It was the thing I was good at.

                                    What are the benefits of it?
                                    Sawyer Griffy:You get classes you like and specific subjects you like.

                                    Do you ever get made fun of for it?
                                    Sawyer Griffy: Every day in Latin, even by a certain teacher. But they’re joking.

                                    Does it bother you?
                                    Sawyer Griffy: It doesn’t bother me. I enjoy it.

                                    What would you say to other students considering the elective?
                                    Sawyer Griffy: You should do it. It helps. If you’re good enough, you finish your math credits in two years.

                                    Why did you take the academic elective?
                                    Kayla Johnson: My Algebra I credit from eighth grade would technically count as one of the credits.

                                    What are the benefits of the class(es)?
                                    Kayla Johnson: You have freedom to take different classes.

                                    Why would you recommend other students take it?
                                    Kayla Johnson: The freedom.
                                      Digital Arts (AMAT Academy): Ms. Trout & Ms. Hannah Brooks
                                      AMAT is the RHS Career Academy for Digital Arts/ Design. Interviews were conducted with 9th/10th Digital Arts and Design teacher Mrs. Trout and AMAT students, Sandra Lee (10th) and Janine Martin (11th). *These classes are for incoming freshman only. 

                                      Who would you recommend for the Academy?
                                      Mrs. Trout: Any child who is creatieve and is computer savvy and also anyone who has been curious about digital art and enjoys drawing. And are motivated to learn more about the creative field. As far as careers surrounding our program anyone interested in animation, marketing, illustration, communications, or graphic design any of those fields.

                                      What should incoming freshmen expect in the new school year?
                                      Mrs. Trout: A lot of fast paced digital learning, lots of exposure to design vocabulary, and the design process, and all the steps you go through before you can actually design anything, program knowledge, and integration of your core classes into your design class.

                                      What are the social aspects of this program?
                                      Mrs. Trout: You’re going to be exposed to students that have the same interests as you, and while it might be in an environment that is not familiar to you, it will allow you to interact with like minded students, and encourage you to explore and develop your creative style. It takes bravery to step out of your comfort zone and come here from your zoned school to do what you are passionate about.

                                      How do core classes factor into AMAT?
                                      Mrs. Trout: The cool thing about design is that we are able to incorporate multiple subject areas into a project, because the designs are very flexible and can change to what the students are interested in and what they are learning in those core classes.Those teachers work as a team and are invested in the success of the students in our program.

                                      How has your overall experience been?
                                      Sandra Lee: I’ve met a lot of people that I never thought I would know. I’ve gathered a lot of knowledge and skills that would be really helpful in the real world.

                                      What’s your advice to incoming freshmen?
                                      Sandra Lee: Don’t be afraid to ask questions--I was at first hesitant to do this and it was really hard for me. Don’t be afraid to look up tutorials for things you can’t figure out how to do. Finally, ask the teacher for help because she’s really nice. Also, make sure you have a flashdrive; I recommend a 64GB one.

                                      What kind of skills have you learned so far?
                                      Sandra Lee: Photoshop, Indesign, Illustrator, and to be more specific about those---Photo manipulation like photoshopping people's heads on other people, funny stuff like that. Also, Typography, word art in illustrator; Indesign business cards, rack cards, posters. I’ve also learned how to properly use a camera, how to make a portfolio, and how to lay out a website. Just like really important elements in design that would be really helpful if you’re interested in this kind of career.

                                      What inspired you to join AMAT?
                                      Sandra Lee: When I first learned about the academy, I thought it was cool since it taught you things that you would learn in college. I found out about the DA/D program at RHS from Rossview Middle, and I wanted to join immediately. I was really excited about learning about photoshop, illustrator, etc.

                                      What kind of people would you recommend for AMAT?
                                      Sandra Lee: I would recommend people who are really artsy and into art, because I feel like if you want to go for a more artistic career this would greatly help you. This helps you create digital designs, which will look good on your resume for college. Also, for people into tech, because it’s not just art and you learn a lot about computers and computer programs in general. It can be greatly beneficial, but not just for your career, but for yourself as well. If you’re not into computers or art I would still recommend this for you, because if you ever wanted to learn about it, but never had the chance, then AMAT gives you that opportunity for free, especially since those Adobe programs are expensive. If you’ve ever been interested in anything the Academy has to offer, or anything I just said, I’d highly recommend joining! The skills and life lessons you learn here are invaluable. The friends you make, the experiences you have -- all of it is so fun and so worth it.

                                      How has your overall experience been?
                                      Janine Martin: Really good, it’s like a close family and surprisingly it has let me come out of my shell and talk to people for presentations, giving tours, interviews, etc. Overall, a lot of experience with people and I even taught middle schoolers how to use the programs we use everyday. Since we’re all kept together in our core classes you get to know all of the people even if you came from a different school, and you’ll make lots of friends.

                                      What’s your advice to incoming freshmen?
                                      Janine Martin: Take it seriously as early as you can. Cause I didn’t take it serious in freshman year, so I had to start my portfolio in sophomore year.

                                      What kind of skills have you learned so far?
                                      Janine Martin: I learned skills in photography, indesign, illustrator, giving presentations, communicating with others, being in a print shop environment, and how to put together things people all over the world will see.

                                      What inspired you to join AMAT?
                                      Janine Martin: Seeing Patrick Long photoshop goofy things at career day- I wasn’t a traditional art kind of person but I still had ideas and inspirations for art.

                                      What kind of people would you recommend for AMAT?
                                      Janine Martin: People who are actually interested because there are so many people that join that feel like they have to and don’t enjoy it. Be interested in art or media and you’ll enjoy it.
                                      For example works from the AMAT Academy visit: http://rhsamat.wixsite.com/digitalarts




                                      The following classes do not have any interviews, but they are still wonderful options for a(n) elective/focused elective/CTE class:
                                      Communication/ Journalism: Ms. Pollyanna Parker
                                      Culinary: Ms. Amanda DelGandio
                                      Health Science: Ms. Danya Glasgow and Ms. Carrie Pearson
                                      AP Spanish: Ms. Romero
                                      Dual Enrollment Sociology/ Psychology: Ms. Lanham 

                                      Sociology/ Psychology: Ms. Lanham


                                      2018 Registration Dates: 
                                      ​January 17:  Upcoming 11th Grade Registration Talk (Samantha Schwartz)
                                      January 18:  Upcoming 12th Grade Registration Talk (Kim Underwood)
                                      January 19:  Upcoming 10th Grade Registration Talk (Lauren Brown)
                                      January 25:  Applications Due (this includes AP, Honors, Upper Levels and any class requiring a list)
                                      January 29:  All lists for AP/Honors/Upper Level/and classes requiring a list are due to Kim Underwood in alphabetical order, by last name, including the student’s next year’s grade level
                                      January 30:  Signing Day
                                      January 31: All registration cards, contracts, aide slips and dual apps are to be turned in to the 9th, 10th, & 11th grade English teachers


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