ANIMATION
Animation provides an in-depth look at the history, principles, and production processes used in animation.  Create 2D and 3D animation projects, short films, and learn how these skills are also used in both the game design and visual effects industries.  Learn professional-level software and earn free college credit in both Animation 2. 

COMPUTER SCIENCE
Improve your critical thinking and problem-solving skills while studying computer science. In this pathway, you will learn the most common programming language used throughout the industry today, have opportunities to compete in statewide programming competitions including the UC Davis C-STEM RoboPlay and HP CodeWars, and learn skills that will lead to high demand/high paying careers. Besides learning the basics of coding, you will also learn how to program modular robotics and object-oriented programming. Two of the classes in this pathway have a 5.0 GPA bump and opportunities to earn college credit by taking the AP exams.

DESIGN ARTS (Graphic Design)
In the Design Arts Pathway students will acquire graphic design skills while learning Adobe’s Creative Cloud Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign) and will learn about career opportunities in the graphic arts.

DIGITAL MEDIA (Filmmaking/Broadcast)
Explore creative expression through digital storytelling! Learn the production processes used in filmmaking and television news production. This pathway gives students hands-on experience using professional-grade equipment and software while creating content for the Morning Bulletin broadcast and other special projects. Receive free college credit for DMA 2 and Broadcast Production.

ENGINEERING DESIGN
Engineering Design provides a background in skill and theory to qualify the student for employment as a design draftsperson. This pathway emphasizes the basic skills needed for success in architectural, mechanical, and engineering occupations. These skills include the design process, drafting standards and practices, technical communication, and design critique and presentation.

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY (includes Robotics)
Engineering Technology is a project learning-based series of classes that teaches students various principles of mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering disciplines. Students apply individualized knowledge to a group project that simulates the real engineering world while producing prototypes based on a needs-based prompt. Robotics is included and teaches electro-mechanical design and programming.

ATTENDANCE
Regular school attendance is essential for academic success.  I understand that excessive unexcused absences may result in placement on probation followed by removal from STEAM if the behavior continues during the remainder of the school year.  STEAM participation requires 80% attendance or better each school year.

ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS
As a STEAM student, I understand that I will be required to meet graduation and STEAM requirements for Franklin High School, complete a minimum of 25 hours of Service Learning/Community Service each year, and participate in STEAM activities. In addition, I understand that I must make progress toward being a STEAM completer by taking the appropriate courses each year.  While the counselor and coordinator review student transcripts, it is the responsibility of the student and parent/guardian to ensure the student enrolls and successfully completes the required STEAM courses.

ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
I understand that I must obtain 90% of the credits each academic year in courses required for graduation.  STEAM courses not completed with a “D” or better must be repeated.

STANDARDS OF CONDUCT/BEHAVIOR
During school, as well as STEAM functions held off-site (including field trips), I will follow all rules/guidelines for appropriate standards of conduct/behavior as outlined in the Franklin High School student handbook.  This includes adhering to the guidelines for campus courtesy, student dress/grooming, respect for teachers and others, etc. If, in the judgment of the STEAM faculty and coordinator, my conduct and/or behavior is unacceptable as a representative of the program, I will be removed from STEAM. In addition, I understand that my actions on campus which lead to multiple detentions, on-campus suspensions (OCS) and/or home suspensions may lead to dismissal from STEAM as evaluated by the STEAM staff.

Franklin High School welcomes those with disabilities to participate fully in the programs, services and activities offered to students, parents, guardians and members of the public. If you need a disability-related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, to participate in any program, service or activity offered to you, please contact the school at least 48 hours before the scheduled event so that we may make every reasonable effort to accommodate you. [Government Code Section 54953.2; Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 202 (42 U.S.C. Section 12132).