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| Class | Course Description (Class) | Last Class Date | Actual Start Date/Time | Hours Per Meeting | Sunday? | Monday? | Tuesday? | Wednesday? | Thursday? | Friday? | Saturday? | In District Cost | Out of District Cost | Training On Demand | Content URL | Session Format | |
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| Oklahoma Department of Wildlife; Archery in the schools | Through the Oklahoma National Archery in the Schools (OKNASP) Program, students have the chance to excel today, tomorrow, and throughout a lifetime in the unique sport of archery. The National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP), of which OKNASP is a part, is a coordinated effort and partnership between schools, state wildlife agencies, and the nation’s archery industry. Autry Tech in-district students receive enrollment preference and discounts. Total costs and fees will be applied to out-of-district students. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Oklahoma Department of Wildlife; Archery in the schools | Through the Oklahoma National Archery in the Schools (OKNASP) Program, students have the chance to excel today, tomorrow, and throughout a lifetime in the unique sport of archery. The National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP), of which OKNASP is a part, is a coordinated effort and partnership between schools, state wildlife agencies, and the nation’s archery industry. Autry Tech in-district students receive enrollment preference and discounts. Total costs and fees will be applied to out-of-district students. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | true | false | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Oklahoma Department of Wildlife; Explore Bowhunting | Beginning in 2010, the Explore Bowhunting curriculum was developed by the Archery Trade Association (ATA) to teach students (aged 11-17) basic skills used to bowhunt. The program not only teaches students how to interact with nature using ageless hunting skills, but it also teaches an appreciation of what is around them and enhances their encounters with the outdoors. As one of the first states to pilot Explore Bowhunting, the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation is excited to coordinate with state schools to conduct the program, particularly as a compliment to the highly successful National Archery In Schools and Oklahoma Hunter Education in the Schools programs. Autry Tech in-district students receive enrollment preference and discounts. Total costs and fees will be applied to out-of-district students. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Oklahoma Department of Wildlife; Fishing Education (Aquatic Ed) | The Aquatic Resources Education Program (AREP) promotes the sport of fishing and aquatic resource awareness as well as a way to give youth, an opportunity to learn about Oklahoma's aquatic environments and how to fish. Developed in 1988, the program's objectives are: Increase the understanding, appreciation, and awareness of Oklahoma's aquatic resources. Facilitate the learning of angling skills, outdoor ethics, and sport-fishing opportunities in the state. Enhance urban fishing opportunities. Develop Family Fishing Clinics or seminars. Provide information on specialized fishing techniques. Autry Tech in-district students receive enrollment preference and discounts. Total costs and fees will be applied to out-of-district students. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | true | false | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Greeting Cards 101: Halloween, Fall & Special Project | Why pay for expensive cards when you can make your own. Join our instructor in creating some amazing and beautiful cards. Personalizing them with your touch. This class will design 3-4 cards in the theme Halloween, Fall and any occasion. The special project will be candy holders. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $35.00 | $50.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Painting 2023 Series | Autry presents a community art series where you can learn the basics of painting and painting with multiple different mediums. Painting for beginners. Painting with multiple types of paints can be exciting, energizing, and freeing as a form of self-expression. Learn what supplies you need to paint in your own specific styles. Discover your inner artist in this beginner’s art class for painting. Discover multiple painting techniques to help you find your personal artistic style. Each class will explore a different painting styles. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | false | true | false | false | $239.00 | $438.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Greeting Cards 101: Thanksgiving, Any Occasion & Special Project | Why pay for expensive cards when you can make your own. Join our instructor in creating some amazing and beautiful cards. Personalizing them with your touch. This class will design 2-3 cards in the theme Thanksgiving and any occasion theme. The special project will be a notebook. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $35.00 | $50.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Oklahoma Department of Wildlife; Explore Bowfishing | Explore Bowfishing is one of the newest Outdoor Education programs currently being offered to Oklahoma schools that are incorporating the Outdoor Education programs in the classroom. This program merges the sport of fishing with archery by introducing students to the equipment and techniques used in bowfishing. Currently Oklahoma has over 150 schools participating in the Explore Bowfishing program across the state. Autry Tech in-district students receive enrollment preference and discounts. Total costs and fees will be applied to out-of-district students. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | true | false | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Gelli Printing: Christmas Cards | Create original Christmas Cards just in time for the Holidays, using a gelatin plate. technique. This is an easy and fun way do printing without a press and create unique greeting cards. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | true | false | false | false | false | $64.00 | $103.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Greeting Cards 101: Christmas, New Year & Special Project | Why pay for expensive cards when you can make your own. Join our instructor in creating some amazing and beautiful cards. Personalizing them with your touch. This class will design 2-3 cards in the theme Christmas & New Years theme. The special project will be a calendar. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $35.00 | $50.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Oklahoma Department of Wildlife; Explore Bowfishing | Explore Bowfishing is one of the newest Outdoor Education programs currently being offered to Oklahoma schools that are incorporating the Outdoor Education programs in the classroom. This program merges the sport of fishing with archery by introducing students to the equipment and techniques used in bowfishing. Currently Oklahoma has over 150 schools participating in the Explore Bowfishing program across the state. Autry Tech in-district students receive enrollment preference and discounts. Total costs and fees will be applied to out-of-district students. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Oklahoma Department of Wildlife; Explore Bowfishing | Explore Bowfishing is one of the newest Outdoor Education programs currently being offered to Oklahoma schools that are incorporating the Outdoor Education programs in the classroom. This program merges the sport of fishing with archery by introducing students to the equipment and techniques used in bowfishing. Currently Oklahoma has over 150 schools participating in the Explore Bowfishing program across the state. Autry Tech in-district students receive enrollment preference and discounts. Total costs and fees will be applied to out-of-district students. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $0.00 | $0.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Baseball Officiating | Have you thought about becoming a baseball umpire? This could be for little league or even for High School. This class helps you prepare for the test to be a certified umpire in the state of Oklahoma. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | true | true | true | false | false | $85.00 | $170.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Greeting Cards 101: Valentines, Easter & Special Project | Why pay for expensive cards when you can make your own. Join our instructor in creating some amazing and beautiful cards. Personalizing them with your touch. This class will design 3-4 cards in the theme Valentine's Day and Easter theme. The special project will be a candy holders. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $35.00 | $50.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Introduction to Photography with Dawn Muncy | Embark on an exciting journey into the world of photography with our Introduction to Photography course with Master Photographer Dawn Muncy. Specifically designed for beginners, this course covers essential concepts and techniques to help you gain a comprehensive understanding of manual and automatic camera functions, principles of composition as well as how to find and control natural light. Day 1: Understanding the exposure triangle. Aperture, shutter speed and ISO and how they work together to control exposure and achieve specific effects in your photographs. Day 2: Mastering camera functions. Ever wonder what all those letters are on the top of your camera? We’ll cover the basic manual and automatic functions of your camera so you feel more confident and in control of the final image. We’ll also discuss white balance and how to achieve accurate color. Day 3: Composition Techniques for Captivating Images. We’ll explore fundamental composition principles such as the rule of thirds, framing, leading lines and balance and discover how it can greatly enhance your visual storytelling Day: Tips for finding the best natural light. You don’t need a lot of expensive equipment to create a beautiful image but you do need a basic understanding of light quality and direction. We’ll explore a variety of ways to improve your photographs with available light and how to achieve the look you desire. Throughout the course, our highly skilled photographic instructor will provide expert guidance, personalized feedback and practical demonstrations. By the end of this course, you’ll have gained a solid understanding of the basic principles of photography and enjoy the final results in your own work. | 12.0000000000 | false | false | true | true | true | false | false | $299.00 | $597.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Slow Pitch/Fast Pitch Softball Officiating | Have you ever wanted to become a Slow Pitch and Fast Pitch Softball Umpire? In this class you will prepare to take the state test to become a certified umpire. This could range from Little League through High School. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | true | true | true | false | false | $85.00 | $170.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Intermediate Photography with Dawn Muncy | Please note, you must have a solid understanding of the exposure triangle to enroll in this class as it is the basis for all photography. Day 1: The magic of the exposure triangle. In the Intro to Photography class you will learn the basics of the exposure triangle, in this class we will dig deep into how to make the exposure triangle work for you to achieve your vision in camera. Learning to “get it in camera” will significantly reduce the need for editing and bring your images to life. Day 2: RAW, what is it and do I really want to use it? Perhaps the most powerful technology in photography is the ability to photograph in the Camera Raw setting. Learn why and how this incredible tool can help you attain results you never imagined possible. Day 3: Basic file adjustment and management. Learn to enhance what you have captured with basic file adjustments in photoshop and other file manipulation software. In this class we will delve into color balance, cropping, basic burn and dodge techniques and how to save and size your images for print, social media, archiving and more. We’ll also discuss the importance of adopting a file management structure to insure you can find and utilize your images for years to come. Day 4. The Business of Photography. In this class we’ll review a few necessities for kicking off a successful photography business. Photography is fun and so is the photography business when you start off with a solid foundation. Learn the basics of pricing to keep yourself in business as well as some best practices to keep you around and relevant for years to come. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | true | false | true | false | false | $299.00 | $597.00 | false | In Class | ||||
| Greeting Cards 101: Spring, Mother's Day, Graduation & Special Project | Why pay for expensive cards when you can make your own. Join our instructor in creating some amazing and beautiful cards. Personalizing them with your touch. This class will design 2-3 cards in the theme Spring, Mother's Day and Graduation theme. The special project will be a notebook. | 3.0000000000 | false | false | false | true | false | false | false | $35.00 | $50.00 | false | In Class | ||||