Ingraham High School

Ingraham High School is located in the north end of Seattle. Ingraham is an urban school in a suburban setting. The student body is diverse with over 60 languages spoken as a first choice. There are approximately 960 students enrolled. The Ingraham staff is as diverse as the students we serve, and are very active in supporting the students in all aspects of school life.

Our classroom programs also reflect the needs of the community. Almost 80 percent of our students work at part-time positions sometime during the school year. They are supported by the Career Center along with various Clubs such as Technology Student Association, Future Business Leaders of America, and Family and Consumer Sciences.

Recently, Ingraham had been selected for the International Baccalaureate Program, which will enhance our current AP classes. Tech Prep and Running Start programs are well established with many students earning college credits along with their high school classes.

Ingraham has articulation agreements with north and south Seattle Community College for drafting. With South Campus for welding and in the future, their machine programs. Other programs include A-Plus, Cisco Systems, Web Design classes, and our Day Care Program.

In closing, Ingraham's award winning vocational programs are a source of school pride. Many of our teachers and students have participated in the Boeing Intern Program and some of our students have gone directly to work for the company. We have enjoyed the relationship and the continued support in this endeavor.

Manufacturing/Engineering Related Courses

Applied Physics
This class is cross-credited for science or occupational education credit for graduation. It is for students interested in technical or engineering careers and/or who desire to further their understanding of the principles underlying modern technology. The emphasis is on student operated lab experiences backed up with computer-aided instruction, videos, demonstrations, and lectures. Cooperative learning and teamwork is practiced throughout this fast-paced, hands-on learning experience. (This class -180 hours- equals 5 credits in appropriate Tech. Electives at Seattle Community College)

Applied Math I
This yearlong course is recommended for students who learn best by hands-on approach and those interested in Applied Academics, Tech Prep, or a vocational career path. Students will develop mathematical reasoning skills through hands-on activities using appropriate tools including calculators, micrometers, calipers, etc. Topical areas include: basic computation skills, estimating, problem solving, ratio proportions, percent, and shapes in 2 and 3 dimensional geometric figures. (This class -180 hours- equals 5 credits in appropriate Tech. Electives at Seattle Community College)

Applied Math II
This yearlong course is recommended for students who learn best by a hands-on approach and those interested in Applied Academics, Tech Prep, or a vocational career path. Students will develop mathematical reasoning skills through hands-on activities using appropriate tools including calculators, micrometers, calipers, etc. Topical areas include: basic computation skills, estimating, problem solving, ratio proportion, percent, shapes in 2 and 3 dimensional geometric figures, probability, statistics, systems of equations, and trig functions. (This class -180- equals 5 credits in appropriate Tech. Electives at Seattle Community College)

Applied Math III
This year long course is recommended for students who learn best by a hands-on approach and those interested in an Applied Academics, Tech Prep, or a vocational career path. Students will develop mathematical reasoning skills through hands-on activities using appropriate tools including calculators, micrometers, calipers, etc. Topical areas include: basic computation skills, estimating, problem solving, ratio, proportion, percent, shapes in 2 and 3 dimensional geometric figures, probability, statistics, systems of equations, trig functions, geometry in the workplace, computer spreadsheets, computer graphics, quality assurance and process control 1 & 2, logic, spatial visualization, coordinate geometry, and transformations. (This class -180 hours- equals 5 credits in appropriate Tech. Electives at Seattle Community College)

Metals Related
This class is designed to provide students and opportunity to develop an occupational skill in metals fabrication. The course content includes studies in foundry, machine work, welding, sheet, and bench metal. Safety, including personal and environmental is stressed daily. Students, through daily hands-on participation, will learn the skills and attitudes that contribute to safe living and positive work conditions. The instructor will help facilitate the students abilities to locate information, plan career goals, work as a team member, and develop leadership. Students will have a working knowledge of the tools, materials, and processes of industry. (There was no articulation agreement available)

Manufacturing Metals
The introductory Metals Related class is an overview of the fundamentals of working with metals with elements of material science included. The class covers sheet metal, bench metal, art metal, gas welding and brazing, arc welding, plasma cutting and machine tooling. Related studies include personal and shop safety, job related skills, and school-to-work programs. The class has advanced placement students as well who concentrate on personal skills development and working on school projects such as the electric cars and the electric bicycle. These projects are also part of our student leadership component that create interest throughout the school and into the community.

Technical Drawing
The introductory Technical Drawing class covers the fundamentals of board drawing from sketching to the use of instruments. Students will also have an opportunity to use AutoCad Light and AutoCad Release 14. The Rhino 3-D modeling program is available along with computer aided milling machines during the first year's activities. The instructor in the drawing classes, Mr. Anderson, has been teaching in the Seattle School District for almost 30 years in the technology related fields. He notes that many Ingraham students over the years have been given advanced placement in drafting programs at North Seattle Community College, with a select few going directly into industry. The class is a fun challenge for both boys and girls to apply their math skills and meet new challenges.