Landing Nav

Breadcrumb

Practical and Professional Arts

Two girls smile in biomed lab

FVL offers courses in a number of specialized subjects as part of the Practical and Professional Arts (PPA) Department. PPA is made up of four areas of study:

  1. Automotive - Students interested in automotive technology have the opportunity to learn and earn college credit. Classes are held at Fox Valley Technical College, and students spend a few hours on their campus. Courses are open to juniors and seniors, and students must apply for the program through their Guidance Counselor. 
     
  2. Business & FACE - Business & FACE (Family and Consumer Education) classes can help kickstart students' entry into the business world. With courses like Accounting, Marketing, and Personal Finance, students learn skills can be transferred to any field.
     
  3. STEM  (link to the STEM Academy Page)
     
  4. Technology & Engineering - Technology and Engineering courses at FVL give students the opportunity for hands-on learning. With subjects such as Construction, Graphic Arts, Welding, and Woodworking,  these classes are for students who may have an interest in the trades or anyone looking to develop a new skill.
Foxpaw divider


Meet Our Business & FACE Team

Mr. Mark Eisenmann

Mr. Mark Eisenmann

Faculty
Mr. Tom Guenterberg

Mr. Tom Guenterberg

Faculty
Mrs. Brenda Mears

Mrs. Brenda Mears

Faculty
Mr. Jay Wendland

Mr. Jay Wendland

Mission Advancement Counselor, Faculty, Coach (Basketball-V Boys)

Meet Our Technology and Engineering Team

Mr. Tyler Dorn

Communications Office Staff, Media Coordinator
Mr. Tim Fischer

Mr. Tim Fischer

Faculty, Advisor (VEX Robotics)
Mr. Mark Krause

Mr. Mark Krause

Faculty
Mr. Phil Stern

Mr. Phil Stern

Faculty