"NOVA Enrichment Sheet," by Ian S.

World Languages 

TPRS: Maestra will be teaching TPRS Spanish, helping students learn the basics and to be able to communicate with people in Spanish-speaking countries. The students will be playing games, and there will be live demonstrations including guests from Argentina and Spain.

Portuguese: This class is new to NOVA this year. Mr. Gacek will (just like Maestra) be teaching students Portuguese in hopes that if needed, they can flee to Brazil or other countries. The class will also contain fun games, but difficult homework. 

Literature 

Code Cracking: Would you be able to find a treasure chest by only the symbol π? Well you’re in luck, because Mr. Fuller is ready to teach all students ready for a challenge. The techniques that Mr. Fuller will be showing you are handy for the trip during the end of the year. 

Fake I.D. Making: T-Mac this year will be introducing students to the wonderful world of fake I.D.’s. Students will learn to edit photos of themselves to make them look older. At the end of the trimester, they will receive a printed version of their I.D. and we will also be teaming up with the disguise making class, so the students really look like the I.D.’s. 

Arts 

Disguise Making: Brought to you by Ms. Chandler, Disguise Making will be a fun and exciting class with both mental and physical challenges. Learn to both blend in with society and not look suspicious, and also learn what best covers one’s face in a location equipped with security cameras. From panty hose to ski masks, Ms. Chandler knows all the tricks of the trade. 

Choir: This year, Ms. Grady will be changing the warm ups to new chants. Examples include “Give me the money!” and “Put it in the bag!” We will also learn to whistle so students look unsuspicious. 

Distractions: The best getaway is always about distracting police officers in some way. Mr. Hooker will be teaching students how to make the most noise with their instrument while it still seems like they are just playing “Blueberry Hill.” 

Technology 

Getaway Driving: On a closed course, Mo (as part of the P.E requirements) will be instructing students on how to correctly, and efficiently, escape with an electric vehicle (we’re going green!). In order to pass the class, students must get a time of under 45 seconds. As a guest, Mr. Jeff will teach a class on the proper speeds for certain courses. 

Computer Hacking: Getting into the Pentagon’s database will be as easy as 1-2-3 once you take this class. Ms. Golliet will show you many commands and tricks for changing security camera feeds, editing legal documents, and to be able to access information you normally wouldn’t be able to. 

Virus Making: Mr. Campbell is introducing a new class this year. As a test, this class will contain many ways to create and release a computer virus. Plus, since Mr. Campbell is a biology teacher, he might create an actual virus right in the classroom. 

Other 

Weaponry: Carl will be teaching students how to make weapons out of every-day items this year. These include a crossbow made out of a clothing hanger, a sword out of a PVC pipe, and throwing stars made out of paper clips. It’s time to re-use and recycle! 

End of Year Trip Planning: This class, organized by Mr. Gregory, will be able to plan and make reservations for the end of the year trip. Students can decide which bank to go to, and other manipulative variables.