New Classes

One of the exciting aspects at registration time each year is learning about what new classes will be offered for students in the coming school year.  There are 4 new to WKHS classes for next year!

The first class is a huge change that we talked about during the registration presentation and it is the introduction of Quantitative Reasoning as a math course.  Quantitative Reasoning is another class that is equivalent to Algebra 2 and Math 3.  So after completing Math 2, students will have the choice of pursuing either Math 3 or Quantitative Reasoning.  Quantitative Reasoning is designed by the state to be a course that combines math, critical thinking, and real world problem solving.  The guiding principle for WKHS students in making the decision about which class you'd want to take would come back to the question of where do you ultimately want to end up math wise.  If you want to end up in Calculus or PreCalculus, then sticking with Math 3 is what we would recommend.  If you're thinking about potential majors for college that do not need Calculus, then you can try out the new Quantititive Reasoning class.  The state has sample lessons posted on their website as a part of the new course curriculum that I thought were really interesting such as "Are double stuffed Oreo's really double stuffed?" and "Is it better to drive farther for cheaper gas or get the more expensive gas that is nearby?"

The three other new classes are all from the Family & Consumer Science department.

Independent Living - This class is all about practical life skills.  One of the huge pluses of this course is that it also will meet your financial literacy requirements.

Foods for Fitness - This is another eating/ cooking class to go along with Global Cuisines which has been wildly popular this year.  So if you want another class to eat and think about nutrition topics, we now have another choice available to you.

Fashion & Interior Design - Want to think more about sewing, decorating and design of yourself and your environment?  This class could be what you're looking for!

It is always exciting to know that your teachers are working hard to find and develop classes that will be applicable to your life and your future.  All 4 of these classes do just that!