Contact Randy Hussey

rhussey@helenaschools.org

+1-406-324-2304Helena High

Schedule

• 8:20-9:10 COMX Communications in the Dynamic Workplace
• 9:15-10:10 COMX Communications in the Dynamic Workplace
• 10:15-11:05 Reading the Movies
• 11:10-12:00 Mt Ascension Advisor English
• 12:35-1:25 English III
• 1:30-2:20 English III
• 2:25-3:15 Prep

COMX Communications in the Dynamic Workplace (Periods 1 & 2)

COMX formally Technical Writing is a senior level English IV  credit bearing class that is offered as Dual Credit through Helena College (3.0 credits).

The COMX, course prepares students with the communication skills needed to obtain and be successful in a professional position, particularly in vocational and technical fields. Students will study various elements of interpersonal communication in the workplace, including listening, conflict management, decision-making, and customer service. Students will also practice written and oral communication skills that promote success in the workplace.

Students will learn to create and edit effective pieces of writing for diverse audiences, including professional and technical fields.  Students will work on the mechanics of writing and editing, audience analysis, style, and tone – all for specific purposes and audiences.  We will also spend time learning how to write for the electronic media.  Products of Technical Writing will include but are not limited to: manuals, how to (instructions), process, analysis, presentations, business models, leaflets/brochures, business plans, etc…

Students that enroll in COMX will actively write assignments that focus on the college and career ready ideology.  Many activities and assignments are focused on real world experiences and will include hands on activities.

• Helena College 
• Dual Credit Form
• National Research Center for Career and Technical Education

English III (Periods 5 & 6)

Junior year English III students focus on American Literature.  Reading, writing, speaking, and listening concepts will be developed and tested as a necessary means to practical English. Through the use of various textbooks and online resources students will read and analyze: Short Stories / Novels / Poetry / Plays

• Text – Collections (available online and hardcopy)

Grammar

• Vocabulary
• Clever

• ACT
• Weekly Agendas

Reading the Movies - (Period 3)

Welcome to Reading the Movies!  This senior elective is designed to sharpen your viewing and critical thinking skills.  The course will examine film chronology, genre and directorial style along with some film terminology.  Students will view approximately 20+ films and will be required to write film critiques that Compare and Contrast film styles and genres, review and critique character portrayal and performances, as well as demonstrate in class “live” critiques. Historically class has attended theatrical field trips when possible.

We will study different genres of film and discover what makes each genre unique.  This class IS highly driven by discussion, so participation is essential.  I want to hear your opinions about these movies and why they are, or they are not worthy films – yes, even if you like Sharknado.

• Internet Movie Data Base
• Official Star Wars Website
• Film Rationales available