Academics: High School Curriculum: Distance Learning

We offer a lot at Delavan-Darien High School, but we can't offer everything. That's why we've partnered with other schools through Gateway Technical College and the VANguard Network to offer distance learning courses and increase the options available to our students. These courses are taught at other schools, by other teachers, but the credits are good here. Take a look at the courses we have currently and the Frequently Asked Questions at the bottom of the page.

Distance Learning Courses

Medical Terminology

Grades 11-12

This course is part of an Associate Degree program and an in-depth study of Medical Terminology conducted by a body system approach. Prefixes, suffixes, and root words are studied. This course also provides an overview of the human anatomy. This course will provide students with an introduction to concepts and terms used in a variety of healthcare professions. This course will fulfill the Medical Terminology I requirement in the Medical Assistant Program at Gateway Technical College.

Chinese (Level 1)

Grades 9-12

This is an introductory course for the individual who has no previous experience in the Chinese language.

Advanced Placement Macroeconomics
Grades 11-12
AP Macroeconomics is designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to the economic system as a whole. AP Macroeconomics emphasizes the study of supply and demand, national income, economic performance measures, economic growth, and international economics.

Advanced Placement Calculus BC

Grade 12/Prerequisite: AP Calculus AB

This course will begin with a six-week review of the Calculus AB topics. This course includes a study of Taylor’s formula, polar coordinates, infinite and power series, and vectors in a plane. Students are encouraged to take the AP examination at the conclusion of the course. Students will need a TI-84/83 or TI-89 or TI Nspire calculator.

American Sign Language I

Grades 10-12

This is an introductory course for the individual who has no previous experience with sign language. The course emphasis is on basic signing skills.

American Sign Language II

Grades 11-12

Students will learn intermediate level sign language.

German I

Grades 9-12

German I is a course for giving students a basic knowledge of the sound structure, grammatical concepts, and conversation patterns of the German language. Emphasis is on conversational German with some exposure to writing. German culture in the form of history, geography, eating, sports, customs, etc., is also included in the curriculum to ensure an understanding of the German-speaking people.

German 2

Grades 10-12/Prerequisite: German I

German 2 is a year long elective course for grades 10-12. German 2 is a continuation of German I. New advanced grammatical concepts will be introduced. Emphasis on conversational German will continue with added concentration on reading comprehension and writing skills.

FAQs

What is Distance Learning?

Distance Learning is the participation in classes that are not necessarily taught in our own school building. Classes are presented over an interactive television network (ITV) through the Southern Wisconsin Instructional Network Group known as VANguard. This program allows students from different schools to take classes together while remaining in their own school buildings.

Can Distance Learning classes be taken for credit?

Yes. Unless otherwise stated in the course description, each course is offered for credit. Some classes may only run for a short period of time and are intended only for enrichment purposes.

Who can register for Distance Learning classes?

Any student that meets the grade level requirement and prerequisites for each individual course may register.

How do I register for a Distance Learning class?

You may register for an ITV class at the same time you register for your next year classes.

Will you be guaranteed to get the class you select?

No. ITV classes must follow the schedule of the originating school. This may make it difficult to schedule these classes with our schedule. Class size may also be limited by the host school. The DDHS ITV lab will accommodate a maximum of 12 students. A lottery system will be used to decide who will be scheduled in a class if more students register than can be accommodated.