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Education Scene
BY DR. WILLIAM PATTERSON, Superintendent
than ever to gain knowledge and expe- rience that will prepare them to make important life choices around career goals and future learning opportuni- ties. Lakeview High School students may choose from a broad range
Computer graphics coursework introduces students to concepts includ- ing computer networking and imaging, digital media creation, web design, video, audio, animation, and packaging. Advanced classes are geared toward students interested in mechanical or architectural design, graphic design, animation,video design, game design, and websites, among other careers.
Last but not least, Project Lead the Way (PLTW) courses provide Lakev- iew Middle and High School students hands-on learning and problem solving in engineering and biomedical sci- ence. Students are exposed to PLTW courses at each grade level where they use industry-leading technology to solve problems while gaining skills in communication, collaboration, criti- cal-thinking, and creativity. Students take courses in robotics and computer science with electives in biomedical science, human body systems, and advanced coursework in computer science principles.
of skill based courses in business, technology, communication, skilled trades, and engineering. These courses offer students the opportunity to learn and practice technical skills specific
Courses in engineering, manufactur- ing and wood technology, and computer graphics take place in state-of-the-art labs where Lakeview High School stu- dents have access to industry standard art, technical design, and fabrication technology. Students enjoy direct access to the tools needed to explore CNC de- sign, welding, plasma cutting, advanced machining, computer-aided drafting and machining, and computer-driven laser engraving.
These are just some of the project- based programs available to Lakeview students, some starting as early as middle school, that help develop higher level thinking and problem solving skills while helping align the students’ knowledge and skill development with the requirements of tomorrow’s workforce.
to their field of interest along with career readiness skills, such as time management and problem solving, all key skills needed for success in the workforce.
Lakeview’s highly skilled and specially trained staff mean students have the opportunity to take multiple courses in each of these areas, devel- oping their skills from introductory to advanced.
Communication arts courses intro- duce students to journalism by growing skills in interviewing, reporting, writing, editing, lay-
Lakeview’s business entrepreneur- ship program, DECA, is the largest program in the state of Michigan and continues to receive recognition for stu- dent achievement at the state, national, and international levels. Students study and apply skills through project based work and competitions in marketing, advertising, sports marketing, fashion promotion, entrepreneurship, and mer- chandising among other areas.
out, and design and advertising sales using industry standard technology. Student skills are showcased through publish- ing of the high
The business curriculum also offers students the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of running a retail busi- ness. Students gain experience in cash handling, visual displays, sales, loss prevention, customer service, and promotion through management of the Spartan Spirit Shop.
film produc-
tion with experiences including
the creation
of short films, commercials, music videos and feature films, and broad- cast journalism with the oppor- tunity to run a fully functional studio through the production of
Engineering courses encourage students to explore the design process, reverse engineering, and product de- sign, and use 3D solid modeling design software to design and communicate solutions to problems. Manufacturing
Lakeview High School students have more options than ever.
Whether grad- uates choose to pursue a college degree, career training or to en- ter the workforce, Lakeview High School students have more options
and woodworking technology courses challenge students to test ideas during the design and building process of turn- ing raw material into final product.
Lakeview’s in-house television station Channel 101 News.
school newspaper and yearbook. Students can
also explore careers in
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