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CAPSTONE ELECTIVES:
A New Era of Certified Brilliance
by DivEra Bots™

Empowering future creators & innovators through hands-on projects, ethical AI, & real-world certifications that open college & career doors.

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Designed for students in grades 11–12, these advanced electives offer 1.0 high school credits (with school district approval). Each course includes one complimentary first attempt at the certification exam and a free 2-hour Friday Night Study Session each month for guided review and collaboration.

 

*Certificate & Credit Eligible

ADOBE CONTENT CREATOR:

Digital Design & Visual Communication

Credit: 1.0 • Certificate & Credit Eligible

 

Course Overview: An advanced, capstone-level design experience where students master Adobe Express and prepare for the industry-recognized Adobe Certified Professional exam.

 

Learners refine their visual communication and content creation skills by developing branded campaigns, multimedia portfolios, and professional-grade digital assets that tell a story and capture attention.

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Through real-world design projects, students explore the intersection of creativity, storytelling, and technology, transforming ideas into powerful visuals that reflect their personal brand.

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By applying advanced design strategy, marketing principles, and digital storytelling techniques, participants graduate with a showcase-ready portfolio that meets modern media and industry standards.

AI & DIGITAL PRODUCTIVITY:

Artificial Intelligence, Ethics, & Microsoft 365 Mastery

Credit: 1.0 • Certificate & Credit Eligible

 

Course Overview: A forward-thinking capstone course where students integrate artificial intelligence concepts with Microsoft 365 productivity tools to enhance digital communication, research, and creative problem-solving.

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Learners explore how AI is transforming the workplace and education, applying responsible and ethical technology practices throughout each project.

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From data-driven analysis in Excel to AI-assisted writing in Word, students connect critical thinking with practical, real-world applications that prepare them for modern academic and professional demands.

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The course culminates in comprehensive preparation for the Microsoft 365 Fundamentals certification exam, validating each student’s readiness for college, career, and digital innovation.

CODE & CREATE:

Web Development & Digital Portfolio Capstone

Credit: 1.0 • Certificate & Credit Eligible

 

Course Overview:

This advanced capstone course empowers students to take ownership of their digital presence by designing, coding, and publishing a professional website portfolio.

 

Learners apply advanced HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to build responsive, branded websites that highlight their skills, interests, and academic growth.

 

They also learn to purchase and manage domains, write simple privacy and accessibility statements, and understand how design decisions impact usability and credibility.

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By the end of the course, each learner will have launched a personal digital portfolio ready to showcase their abilities for college, internships, or entrepreneurship.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

  • Master Adobe Express tools and apply advanced layout and design techniques.

  • Use color theory, composition, and typography to create visually balanced and engaging designs.

  • Design for diverse audiences and platforms, tailoring content for web, print, and social media.

  • Integrate multimedia elements—photos, video, animation, and graphics—into cohesive digital projects.

  • Develop and refine a personal brand or professional creative portfolio that reflects individual style and purpose.

  • Prepare for Adobe Creative or Adobe Express certification exams through guided practice and project-based learning.

  • Engage in constructive peer feedback and design critique to strengthen creative and technical growth.

  • Present a polished capstone portfolio that demonstrates applied creative, storytelling, and branding skills.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this course students will be able to:

  • Understand core Microsoft 365 concepts and how they support modern productivity.

  • Use AI tools within Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to enhance writing, analysis, and design.

  • Apply ethical and responsible AI practices in academic and workplace settings.

  • Create, edit, and share projects using Teams, OneDrive, and cloud-based collaboration tools.

  • Analyze and present data through charts, formulas, and automation in Excel.

  • Design professional presentations that integrate storytelling and AI-powered features.

  • Prepare for and pass the Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900) certification exam.

  • Develop a capstone project demonstrating real-world application of Microsoft 365 and AI skills.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

  • Design and publish a professional website portfolio using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

  • Apply branding principles to create a cohesive and visually appealing digital identity.

  • Use Google Cloud concepts to understand hosting, data storage, and web deployment.

  • Write simple privacy, accessibility, and user statements aligned with best practices.

  • Evaluate website usability and credibility through design and navigation choices.

  • Collaborate using cloud-based tools to review and improve site performance.

  • Prepare for and pass the Google Cloud Digital Leader certification exam.

  • Launch a personal digital portfolio showcasing technical, creative, and professional skills.

Course Outline:

  • Unit 1: Advanced Adobe Express Features & Design Workflow
    Master key Adobe Express tools and workflows to create high-quality, efficient designs.

  • Unit 2: Visual Identity & Branding Systems
    Build strong brand identities through color, typography, and logo design.

  • Unit 3: Multi-Platform Media Projects: Flyers, Videos, Web Campaigns
    Design cohesive content for print, video, and digital platforms.

  • Unit 4: Digital Storytelling & Audience Engagement
    Craft compelling visual stories that connect with and engage target audiences.

  • Unit 5: Adobe Express Creative Credential Exam Preparation
    Review core concepts, complete mock projects, and prepare for certification.

  • Unit 6: Capstone Portfolio – “My Digital Brand” Showcase
    Create and present a professional portfolio highlighting your creative brand and skills.

Course Outline:

  • Unit 1: The Role of AI in Modern Productivity
    Understand how AI enhances creativity and efficiency across Microsoft 365 tools.

  • Unit 2: Ethics in Artificial Intelligence & Academic Integrity
    Learn responsible, ethical use of AI academically & professionally.

  • Unit 3: Microsoft Word – AI-Assisted Writing & Design
    Use AI features to improve writing, formatting, and document layout.

  • Unit 4: Microsoft Excel – Data, Automation & Decision-Making
    Apply formulas and AI tools to analyze data and streamline tasks.

  • Unit 5: Microsoft PowerPoint – Storytelling Through AI & Design
    Design compelling, AI-enhanced presentations that communicate effectively.

  • Unit 6: Cloud Collaboration – Teams, OneDrive & Workflow
    Collaborate in real time and manage shared projects in the cloud.

  • Unit 7: Microsoft 365 Fundamentals Exam Preparation
    Review key MS-900 concepts and complete guided practice tests.

  • Unit 8: Capstone Project – AI-Enhanced Presentation or Report
    Create and present a final project showcasing applied Microsoft 365 skills.

Course Outline:

  • Unit 1: Web Design & Cloud Foundations
    Connect web development concepts with Google Cloud tools.

  • Unit 2: Advanced HTML, CSS & JavaScript
    Develop responsive, branded websites using modern coding techniques.

  • Unit 3: Branding & Digital Identity
    Create consistent colors, logos, and layouts that reflect personal or professional branding.

  • Unit 4: Domains, Hosting & Cloud Deployment
    Purchase domains, configure hosting, and publish websites via Google Cloud services.

  • Unit 5: Privacy, Accessibility & Usability
    Incorporate best practices for accessibility, user experience, and ethical design.

  • Unit 6: Google Cloud Digital Leader Exam Preparation
    Review core cloud concepts and practice activities for certification readiness.

  • Unit 7: Capstone Project – Portfolio Launch
    Code, design, and publish a live digital portfolio  and technical mastery.

Standards Alignment:

  • Arizona: Aligns with Technology & Innovation Standards emphasizing multimedia production and entrepreneurship.

  • Arkansas: Meets CTE Digital Communications Standards covering design, marketing, and certification pathways.

  • Florida: Supports Digital Design & CTE Standards for industry certification and career readiness.

  • Indiana: Supports CTE Digital Design Standards emphasizing advanced production, ethics, and professionalism.

  • New Hampshire: Meets Digital Literacy & Technology Integration Standards encouraging media mastery and portfolio design.

  • South Carolina: Aligns with Digital Media Production Standards promoting creativity, career prep, and certification skills.

  • West Virginia: Matches Media Arts & Tech Education Frameworks focusing on professional design practices.

Standards Alignment:

  • Arizona: Aligns with Educational Technology Standards emphasizing innovation, collaboration, and digital fluency.

  • Arkansas: Supports CTE and Computer Science Standards focusing on digital communication and ethical tech use.

  • Florida: Meets Digital Information Technology and Computer Science Standards for productivity, ethics, and certification readiness.

  • Indiana: Aligns with Digital Communication & Business Technology Standards for workplace technology proficiency.

  • New Hampshire: Supports Digital Literacy & Computer Science Standards focusing on applied technology and ethical AI integration.

  • South Carolina: Meets Digital Literacy & Computer Science Standards promoting productivity, problem-solving, and responsible computing.

  • West Virginia: Matches Computer Science & Technology Education Standards for applied productivity and data analysis.

Standards Alignment:

  • Arizona: Meets Computer Science and Educational Technology Standards emphasizing coding, problem-solving, and innovation.

  • Arkansas: Supports Coding, Robotics, and Computer Science Standards that encourage logic, algorithms, and project-based learning.

  • Florida: Aligns with K–12 Computer Science Standards covering programming, web design, and computational thinking for CTE credit.

  • Indiana: Aligns with Computer Science Standards highlighting web design, coding, and real-world technology application.

  • New Hampshire: Supports Digital Literacy and Computer Science Standards emphasizing creativity, computation, and safe digital creation.

  • South Carolina: Matches Computer Science & Computing Systems Standards promoting programming concepts and design thinking.

  • West Virginia: Aligns with Technology and Computer Science Frameworks focusing on digital creation and algorithmic thinking.

ADOBE CERTIFIED

PROFESSIONAL TRACK

Master the Tools That Bring Creative Visions to Life.

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Students learn and apply real-world design skills in Adobe Creative Cloud tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.

 

Each learner builds portfolio-ready projects while preparing for the official Adobe Certified Professional exam—included at no extra cost (valued around $150).

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What’s Included:

  • Ultra-small cohort (max 4 students) – ensures personal attention, direct feedback, and creative coaching.

  • Hands-on, project-based curriculum – build real designs aligned to Adobe exam objectives.

  • Monthly “Friday Night Study Session” (2 hours, free) – extra lab time for review, Q&A, and practice tasks.

  • Exam + full prep covered – tuition includes the certification exam, mock tests, simulations, and guided review sessions.

  • Official Adobe Credential – earn an industry-recognized badge valid for 3 years to add to portfolios, resumes, or college applications.

Total Investment:
$2,799

MICROSOFT FUNDAMENTALS

& PLATFORM TRACK

Build a Strong Technical Foundation with Microsoft Certification.

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Students explore how Microsoft 365 supports modern workplaces through collaboration, data management, & cloud-based solutions.

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This course prepares students for the official focusing on real-world applications of Microsoft’s productivity/cloud tools & the industry-recognized Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900) examcost included (typically $99–$165).

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What’s Included:

  • Small-group learning (max 4 students) – personalized guidance and hands-on lab support.

  • Official Microsoft 365 curriculum – covers core concepts such as cloud principles, productivity apps, pricing and support, and security features.

  • Monthly “Friday Night Tech Lab” (2 hours, free) – guided group study and review of key exam objectives.

  • Exam voucher + full prep included – access to Microsoft Learn modules, practice tests, and instructor-led exam reviews.

  • Industry-recognized credential – earn a globally respected Microsoft certification that validates foundational cloud and business productivity skills.

Total Investment:

$2,799

GOOGLE CLOUD DIGITAL

LEADER TRACK

Earn Google Certification, Speak the Language of Cloud Strategy.

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Students explore how cloud technology powers modern business through hands-on labs, guided projects, and exam simulations.

 

The Google Cloud Digital Leader exam ($99 value) is included in tuition, providing students with an opportunity to earn a globally recognized certification.

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What’s Included:

  • Capped at 4 students per cohort – high-touch instruction and individualized guidance.

  • Cloud-focused curriculum – aligned with Google’s official exam domains: digital transformation, infrastructure, data, security, and operations.

  • Monthly “Friday Night Study & Lab Session” (free) – practical review and exam-style tasks with instructor support.

  • Exam + prep included – covers mock exams, sandbox labs, and live review sessions.

  • 3-year industry credential – a recognized certification to enhance student portfolios and college applications.

Total Investment:

$2,799

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Disclaimers:
Credit eligibility: Course credit eligibility and certificate recognition are determined by each student’s school or district. DivEra Bots™ provides documentation and support for verification, but final approval rests with the educational institution. Certification exams include one complimentary first attempt; additional retakes may require separate registration and fees through the issuing organization.


State Standards: DivEra Bots™ enrichment and elective course standards are based on current research and alignment with national and state education guidelines. However, requirements and credit equivalencies are determined by each state’s Department of Education and local school district, and are subject to change without notice. Families should confirm eligibility and acceptance with their respective state or district before enrollment.

Certification: While certification preparation is built into our courses and supported through monthly Friday evening study sessions, students are encouraged to continue studying independently to strengthen their skills and readiness. DivEra Bots™ provides supplemental resources and covers the cost of the first certification exam attempt through our organization. Any additional exam attempts are the responsibility of the student or guardian.

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