Providence High School's Technology Focus Program is designed as a broad-based introduction into various kinds of technology, providing a launching pad for further college study and industry application. Recognizing the challenges faced as members of a global society, we fully embrace the Core Values and the Mission and Vision of the Sisters of Providence, and seek application of these values in today's technologically enhanced world.
The Technology Focus program does not focus on a single area of technology, but provides a well-rounded overview into the many aspects of technology available to our students. The philosophy of the program is to exposed our students to many forms of technology, keeping in mind our duty as responsible global citizens. At the completion of the program, students will have attained a certification in IC3 (internet and Core Computing) as well acquiring a strong foundation in modern technology in anticipation of further study at the college/university level.
Technology Focus Program Philosophy
The Providence High School Technology Focus Program (TFP) is an elective enrichment program designed to meet the needs of students who have an interest in further study in technology.
The program offers a wide variety of experiential learning under the umbrella of Information Science and Technology. Always keeping in mind the core values as set forth by the Sisters of Providence, the TFP fulfills the ESLRs by creating an atmosphere of understanding, curiosity, and discovery.
Faith and Technology are not mutually exclusive, but rather are intertwined. Ralph Waldo Emerson stated that "All that I have seen teaches me to trust the Creator for all that I have not seen." Always keeping faith in mind, students enrolled in this program will explore various forms of today's technology, while recognizing and advocating respect for the global community they live in.
Technology Focus Program Goals and Expected Outcomes
The Technology Focus Program has been established as an elective enrichment program, with the specific purpose of promoting further study in today's world of information science and technology. Always keeping in mind the ISTE National Educational Technology Standards, students will participate in a hands-on learning environment that features collaboration, exploration, development, and growth.
The primary goal of the program is to create well informed individuals who have not only a sense of prospective futures in technology, but also have and understanding and a respect for the ethics and social issues involved in our changing world. Students are encouraged to explore various avenues of technology, and be better informed when making long range plans for not only their future education, but their future career paths.
This four-year program includes Internet and Core Computing (IC3) Certification, Robotics, Computer Programming, Game Programming, Computer-Generated art, Web Design, and business related courses, including Accounting and Business Statistics. At the end of the program, students will well prepared for a future in technology, and will have attained a certification in computer skills that can be applied to all university and job resumes.
The program is designed to allow students to follow several interest paths:
1. General Technology To include:
- 2D/3D Game Programming
- Robotics I/II
- Web Design
- Computer Generated Fractal Art
2. Programming To include:
- 2D/3D Game Programming
- Programming for Mobil Devices
- Web Design
3. Business Technology To include:
- Database Applications and Management
- Accounting
- Business Statistics
All students are required to complete the basic computer literacy course, Digital Information Literacy (DIL). Students in the Technology Focus Program will complete the Technology Focus DIL course, which will culminate with the completion of the IC3 Certification Test.
Criteria for Acceptance into the Technology Focus Program
- Enthusiasm, motivation, and commitment
- Willingness to participate in all activities/projects, including any after school duties
- High Record of elementary academic performance
- Entrance Exam scores
- Essay satisfying requirements listed on application
- Approval of Administration and Program Director
Criteria for Continuing in the Technology Focus Program
- Continued high level of interest
- Cumulative GPS of 2.5 or higher
- Class participation and GPA of 3.0 or higher in all program classes
- Participation in triad conferences with Program Director
- Approval by Program Director and Administration
Suggested 4 year course of study:
| Freshman |
Digital Information Literacy*
2D Game Programming
Web Design |
| Sophomore |
2D Game Programming
3D Game Programming
Robotics I
Robotics II
Database Development and Management
Web Design
Computer Generated Fractal Art |
| Junior |
2D Game Programming
3D Game Programming
Robotics II
Database Development and Management
Web Design
Computer Generated Fractal Art |
| Senior |
Seminar in Technology*
Accounting – year long
Business Statistics – year long
2D Game Programming
3D Game Programming
Robotics I
Robotics II
Database Development and Management
Web Design
Programming for Mobile Devices |
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