Course Overview: Step into the exciting world of animation with Middle School Animation, a creative and engaging online course designed for students in grades 6–8. Whether you’re inspired by cartoons, video games, or digital storytelling, this course empowers you to bring your ideas to life—one frame at a time. Students will explore the history, principles, […]
Course Overview: Discover the art of storytelling through images with Middle School Photography 1A: Introduction, an engaging online course designed for students in grades 6–8. This course introduces the fundamentals of photography, empowering students to capture compelling photos that narrate their unique perspectives. Students will explore the basics of camera operation, including understanding different types […]
Course Overview: Elevate your photography skills with Middle School Photography 1B: Drawing with Light, an engaging online course designed for students in grades 6–8. Building upon the foundational techniques learned in Photography 1A, this course delves deeper into the art and science of capturing compelling images. Students will explore advanced topics such as vacation photography, […]
Course Overview: Cybersecurity II is a one-semester online course offered through Holston Academy for students in grades 9–12 who want to expand their knowledge of cybersecurity, network security, and digital protection strategies. This course provides an in-depth look at how cybersecurity professionals identify and defend against common cyber threats such as malware, ransomware, phishing, and […]
Course Overview: This AP® Psychology online course provides an overview of current psychological research methods and theories. Students will explore the therapies used by professional counselors and clinical psychologists and examine the reasons for normal human reactions: how people learn and think, the process of human development and human aggression, altruism, intimacy, and self-reflection. They […]
Course Overview: This online course builds upon foundational business knowledge by delving into the practical application of information management in the workplace. Students will develop essential skills in professional conduct, teamwork, and managerial responsibilities while exploring careers in business technology. The course covers the basics of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software, preparing students […]
Course Overview: This online elective introduces students to the foundational elements of business operations, preparing them for leadership roles in various organizational settings. The course covers essential topics such as business structures, financial planning, marketing strategies, and customer service. Students will learn to create and understand business plans, recognize the importance of information and communication […]
Course Overview: This online STEM elective course builds on foundational programming concepts by guiding learners through the full software development lifecycle. Students will explore design planning, abstraction, testing, debugging, and quality assurance as they plan and develop real-world applications. The course culminates in a capstone project, where students design and launch their very own app—providing […]
Course Overview: This online STEM elective course introduces students to foundational software development and programming concepts using Python. Learners will explore the software development lifecycle, programming paradigms (procedural, object-oriented, event-driven), and the essentials of data management. Through engaging modules, students build problem-solving strategies, create algorithms, manipulate binary and data types, and gain hands-on experience with […]
Course Overview: This online elective course builds on business, marketing, and financial foundations, challenging students to think ethically and strategically. Through real-world examples—covering marketing, finance, and entrepreneurship—students follow sustainable business models and analyze practices from notable young entrepreneurs like Brian Chesky, Joe Gebbia, and Kylie Jenner. Coursework includes practical “IRL Features” (Marketing IRL, Accounting IRL), […]
Course Overview: This online elective immerses students in the core elements of business through the stories of real-life innovators like Gitanjali Rao and Palmer Luckey. Learners gain hands-on experience by crafting their own socially responsible café brand, “Random Acts of Coffee,” and developing key components of a business plan. Through eight engaging units, students explore […]
Course Overview: This online STEM elective builds on game design fundamentals, guiding students through the complete production process from concept to launch. Learners dive into storytelling, 3D modeling, game mechanics, physics, level design, and quality assurance using industry tools like Unity and C#. With five immersive units, students develop artistic assets, create playable levels, build […]