GILA CAREER PATHWAY:
Media & Technology
Prepare for a Technology Career
High schoolers enrolled in GILA's media and information technology classes are held to high standards that prepare them for careers involving media publishing, research, and a variety of other technical fields.
CERTIFICATION
High school students in the media and information technology classes have the opportunity to earn certification from Microsoft Office Systems in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. These business applications provide necessary knowledge for entry straight into careers such as administrative assistant, office manager, or help desk specialist.
PARTNERSHIPS
GILA works collaboratively with Galena’s community radio station, KIYU, to offer broadcasting class students the opportunity to broadcast over the air. Students also have the opportunity to support live streaming of basketball games and events in the SHS gym, produce announcements, and gain hands-on experience.
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS
Computer Applications
This is the entry-level class for all students entering GILA, teaching students the basics of Word, PowerPoint, and Excel in preparation for their courses throughout the rest of their academic career in Galena and beyond.
Advanced Computer Applications
Students earn Microsoft Office Systems certifications in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Digital Photography
Students go beyond the basics to learn expertise behind the lens to bolster their knowledge of photography.
Building a Positive Environment with “3 Before Me”
Making Math Class “a Playground”
The welding students fabricated a flatbed!
Students have been writing and reading their own poetry to practice public speaking skills!
Algebra Bridge: The Adventure Continues!
Students learning to thrive in their Study Skills Class
GILA Aviation Student Using Flight Simulator.
We love Math Class!
Outdoor Learning in Geometry Class at GILA
Robotics are an excellent way to learn!
GILA carpentry students test out the skateboards they made in class.
GILA Music Students
Carpentry class project—skateboards!
Drama, Debate & Forensics State Championship Award!
Cosmetology students are using both thermal & wet setting techniques
Cosmetology students learn in our amazing on-site salon.
Jamal hitting a rock to fakie (very proud!)
Physical Science class students experiment with balloon rockets
Unalakleet XC Skiing
GILA students testing out their mousetrap race cars
GILA Carpentry student cutting out new quarter pipe
Math! Math! Math!
GILA students exploring probabilities in science class
Bridging the physical & virtual realms in Physics Class.
Bridging the physical & virtual realms in Physics Class.
New learning space!
GILA’s music program is a big hit every year!
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Hallway artwork
