Grade 9-12 Electives

Since many students don’t pursue careers directly related to core curriculum, District 742 encourage students to cultivate interests beyond traditional subjects and to demonstrate the depth and seriousness of study that appeal to colleges. Elective courses provide opportunities for students to sample different careers before making a long-term commitment. The district offer a diverse selection of electives including 19 Advanced Placement options that keep students motivated and engaged in the learning process.

Just a few of the elective choices include:

• Accounting 
• Advanced Multimedia
• Advanced Welding Principles
• American Sign Language
• Automotive 
• Business Law 
• College prep Algebra
• Community CPR, First Aid & AED
• Construction Technology  
• Debate/Argumentation
• Electricity & Robotics 
• Entrepreneurship 
• Written Composition
• Environmental Science
• Gourmet Cookery
• Interpersonal Communication
• Living On Your Own
• Manufacturing Technology
• Personal Fitness Trends
• Practical Law
• Principles of Engineering
• Symphonic Band
• Web page Design/Mgmt
• Working With Children
• World Language