Everyone at Marcus knows about the core classes a student must take in order to graduate: four years of English, math, history and science, at least two credits of a foreign language and a handful of physical education credits. But here are some classes students have probably never heard of.

 Outdoor Education: There are not many people who realize that Outdoor Ed can be used as a physical education credit. The class is perfect for anyone who enjoys learning about nature and camping and is looking for a way to get out of another nine weeks of standard PE without much physical activity. The class consists of learning how to hunt, fish, use a gun and perform other wilderness survival techniques. Students also learn about certain types of animals, such as wild fish and game.

 Floral Design & Interior Landscape Management: In the class, students learn various design skills that center around the arrangement of flowers and other such plants. While it may not be such a good class for a budding botanist, the class would be a great choice for anyone who dreams of being an interior designer, a wedding planner or maybe even the owner of a florist shop. In addition, the class counts towards the fine arts credit needed for graduation.

 Architectural Design: Located in the obscure K Hall, Architectural Design is not taught in a traditional classroom but rather a computer lab. The class focuses on basic aspects of engineering and design, such as standard measurements and the usage of drafting software such as AutoCAD, a three-dimensional architectural planning program. The class would be helpful for anyone who thinks they might pursue a career in construction or any sort of engineering, especially civil engineering. Architectural Design also provides opportunities to enter certain competitions.

  Animal Science: This class teaches students the basic knowledge needed to work with animals in most animal-based careers, like veterinary medicine or breeding livestock. It encompasses topics such as careers which utilize knowledge of animal biology and functions as well as employment opportunities and industry expectations. The class does focus on specific animal species, including horses, cattle and other livestock, which students have the chance to work with.