Center for Communications & Media Relations

Varina High School

  • Comprehensive study and refinement of writing and speaking skills necessary for effective communication

  • Applications of communications principles in areas such as television, multimedia, public speaking, photography, graphic design, journalism, advertising, web design, and public relations

  • Ethical and technical aspects of communications

  • Field trips, guest speakers, field experiences, and shadowing opportunities in partnership with the business community

  • Production of student news shows, newspapers, speeches, multimedia presentations, websites, advertising campaigns, public service announcements, and a senior portfolio

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Sample Four-Year Curriculum

Grade 9

Grade 10

Grade 11

Grade 12

Center Module I

  • English 9

  • Communications & Technology Connections

  • Mathematics

  • Science

  • Health & P.E.

  • World History & Geography II

  • World Language

Center Module II

  • English 10

  • Communications Writing & Production I (2 periods)

  • Mathematics

  • Science

  • Health & P.E.

  • World Language

  • Economics and Personal Finance

Center Module III

  • AP English 11

  • Communications Writing & Production II (2 periods)

  • Mathematics

  • Science

  • Virginia and United States History

  • World Language

Center Module IV

  • AP English 12

  • Advanced Communications: Writing, Production, and Directed Research (2 periods)

  • Virginia and United States Government

  • Mathematics or Elective

  • Science or Elective

  • World Language

Notes

  • *Refer to Diploma Requirements to determine which graduation requirements apply to you.

  • It is highly recommended that students complete World History & Geography I before enrolling in this Center.

  • All students must successfully complete the Economics and Personal Finance course.