PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS

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PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS

2015-2016

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The Most Exciting Time in History!

You are living in the most exciting time in history! No other generation has

had the freedom to create, discover, invent, and influence the world like

your generation. The tools and technology available to you are powerful.

As you prepare for your career, you have many choices. The new Texas

graduation plan is designed to help you explore your options and make

your high school experience your very own.

You can choose from five different endorsements to personalize your

diploma

– STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics),

Business and Industry, Arts and Humanities, Public Services, and

Multidisciplinary Studies. Within these endorsements there are a number

of career clusters to further define your experience. Additionally, you have

the option to earn the Distinguished Level of Achievement and

Performance Acknowledgements to recognize your talents and

dedication.

The very best jobs available now require education and training beyond a

high school diploma. Whether you intend to pursue a high-demand,

industry workforce credential from a community or technical college or a

traditional four-year degree from a university, the choices you make in

high school will determine your future options. Taking the right classes is

essential.

We hope this guide will help you as you choose your path. This is your

journey. These are your choices. Where will you go? What will you do?

It’s time to plan your future.

Best Wishes,

The Entire Judson ISD Team

"

TELL

ME AND I FORGET.

TEACH

ME AND I REMEMBER.

INVOLVE

ME AND I LEARN."

~ BENJAMIN FRANKLIN

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Graduation Program Overview

1 Requirements for Graduation Chart

2 Foundation Courses + Endorsements

3 Distinguished Level of Achievement

3 Performance Acknowledgements

3 Using This Guide

4 Career & Technical Education

5 Alamo College Academies

6 Work-Based Learning & Other Career Electives

7 STEM Endorsement

o

Wagner High School (pg. 10)

9 Business & Industry Endorsement

o

Judson High School (pg. 13)

o

Wagner High School (pg. 17)

12 Arts & Humanities Endorsement

21 Public Service Endorsement

o

Judson High School (pg. 24)

o

Wagner High School (pg. 17)

23 Multidisciplinary Studies Endorsement

27 CTE Student Organizations

Multidisciplinary Studies Endorsement

29 Glossary

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Graduation Program Overview

Beginning in the 2014-2015 school year, Texas high school students

have greater flexibility and choice in their high school course selections.

Each student is required to complete the basic courses called the foundation

requirements. In addition, students now choose specialized coursework to

earn an endorsement.

The five endorsements are: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and

Mathematics, Business and Industry, Arts and Humanities, Public Services,

and Multidisciplinary Studies. A variety of career pathways, or specific

course requirements, are available under the various endorsements. These

pathways are organized into “career clusters.”

Programs of Study

Students may also earn a Distinguished Level of

Achievement designation and Performance

Acknowledgements.

STEM

Business &

_Industry

Arts &

Humanities

Public Service

Multi

Disciplinary

Studies

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Foundation

Requirements for Graduation

(22 Total Credits)

Subject

Credits

Courses

English

4 ELA I, II, III, one credit in any authorized

advanced English Course offered by JISD

Mathematics

3 Algebra I, II, and Geometry.

Science

3 Biology; IPC, and one credit in any

authorized advanced Science course

offered by JISD

Social Studies

3 World Geography or World History, and

U.S. History; U.S. Government (.5 credit);

Economics (.5 credit)

Foreign Language

2 2 credits in the same Language other than

English

Physical Education

1 Fine Arts

1 Electives &

Required

Endorsement

Courses

5 Students must complete the required

courses for at least one Endorsement.

*

Several CTE Clusters offer Industry

Certifications

Pre-AP/AP course equivalent substitutions apply to core content areas above.

*JISD has

aligned numerous CTE career pathways with industry certifications and licenses,

thereby providing students opportunities to earn nationally recognized, industry-current

credentials. These certifications and licenses are identified within each course description.

Information on the certifications/licenses in the programs is available in each respective

high school Career Center.

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F o u n d a t i o n C o u r s e s + E n d o r s e m e n t

All students are required to complete the foundation

courses. In addition to the foundation courses, students

must choose an endorsement.

D i s t i n g u i s h e d L e v e l o f A c h i e v e m e n t

To earn a Distinguished Level of Achievement diploma,

students must take the foundation courses, choose an

endorsement, and add a 4

th

credit of math, which includes

Algebra II, and a 4

th

credit of science. The Distinguished

Level of Achievement is required for students to be eligible

for top 10% automatic admission to Texas public universities.

The Distinguished Level of Achievement opens a world of

educational and employment opportunities for you beyond

high school.

P e r f o r m a n c e A c k n o w l e d g e m e n t s

Students can earn performance acknowledgements for

outstanding performance: by taking dual credit courses, in

bilingualism and bi-literacy, using PSAT, ACT’s Plan, SAT,

and ACT scores, achieving qualified scores on Advanced

Placement (AP) tests or the International Baccalaureate

Exam, or earning a nationally or internationally recognized

business or industry certification. See your counselor for

details.

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U s i n g T h i s G u i d e

As you use this guide, you will see recommended pathways (or

coherent sequences of courses) organized by career clusters

within each of the endorsements. A career cluster is a grouping of

occupations and broad industries based on common traits. These

career clusters are part of the Achieve Texas College and Career

Initiative that is designed to help students (and their parents)

make informed education decisions. It is based on the idea that

education for the 21st century should combine rigorous academics

with relevant career education.

When schools integrate academic and technical education, it helps

you see the relevance of what you are learning. The pathways

allow you to study a particular field in depth and help to facilitate a

seamless transition for you from secondary to postsecondary

opportunities.

Employers and leaders in the Texas workforce have encouraged

career oriented training and certification at the high school level to

help meet their growing demands. Students who take advantage of

these opportunities are prepared for future success.

As you enter your freshman year in high school (9th grade), you

must indicate the endorsement you plan to follow. However, you

may change or add an endorsement at any time. We don’t

recommend it, but you can graduate without earning an

endorsement if, after your sophomore year, your parent signs a

form permitting you to omit the endorsement requirement.

The pathways in this book represent the courses you must take to

earn a specific endorsement. You are encouraged to visit with

your counselor about your interests. Some courses may vary from

year to year. Your counselor can help you stay on track to earn your

endorsement.

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Judson ISD is proud to participate in the statewide high school reform initiative called AchieveTexas. This college and career initiative allows students to achieve success by preparing them for secondary and postsecondary opportunities, career preparation and

advancement, meaningful work, and active citizenship. The AchieveTexas initiative centers on establishing career clusters in all of our schools as a strategy for improving high school completion rates and college and workforce readiness. It is based on the belief that the curricula of the 21st century should combine rigorous academics with relevant career education that incorporates the College Readiness Standards, personalized learning environments, academic and social support, relevant teaching and learning designed to promote postsecondary success, and effective educators and leaders. Career clusters are a way of reorganizing learning around programs of study that will prepare students for an ever more competitive global economy. AchieveTexas offers guidance to help students plan their educational experience based on their career goals and allows students to develop the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful transition into skilled employment, advanced training, an associate’s degree, a bachelor’s degree, or technical certification. AchieveTexas provides an organizing tool for redesigning schools, small learning communities, academies, and magnet schools. Career programs of study, or career pathways, represent a recommended sequence of courses based on a student’s personal interests and career goals. The idea is to connect what students learn in school every day to what they aspire to do tomorrow, thus increasing engagement with school and motivation to achieve.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE PREPARATION PROGRAMS

Industry certifications are important components of Career & Technical Education programs and are gaining importance in the business world as evidence of skill attainment; hundreds of certifications are available, and more are introduced each year. Earning a certification has many benefits; it gives students a sense of accomplishment, a highly valued professional credential, and helps make them more employable with higher starting salaries.

Judson ISD has aligned numerous career pathways with industry certifications and licenses, thereby providing students opportunities to earn nationally recognized, industry-current credentials. These certifications and licenses are identified within each career cluster. Information on the certifications/licenses in the programs are also available in each respective high school Career Center.

TECHNICAL DUAL CREDIT PROGRAMS

Dual Credit courses provide an opportunity for students to obtain college credit while pursuing their high school diploma. The traditional high school course work is expanded into the college course curriculum. Eligibility must be met before the first day of class through an application process. Available for selected courses only—information on the approved courses is available in each respective high school Career Center. Must meet college processing deadline to be considered

Texas Success Initiative

(TSI)

standards must be met. Official transcript must be sent to the college.

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EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

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ALAMO

ACADEMIES

Dual Credit Off-Campus Courses

Dual Credit courses provide an opportunity for students to obtain college credit while pursuing their high school diploma. The traditional high school course work is expanded into the college course curriculum. It is a two-year

commitment and students must sign up their 10th grade year.*TSI College Readiness Assessment must be

taken and an official transcript must be sent to the college.

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Health Professions Academy (HPA)

Course # Credits

11-12 Health Professions T610 - T611 3

This program is designed for students wishing to pursue degrees ranging from nursing and health information systems to respiratory care and invasive cardiovascular technology. The Center for Health Profession at Philip’s College has the most advanced human simulation patient human simulation patient facility in the United States. It houses complete radiology systems and surgical site, an eight bed general hospital suite, and a fully functional nursing station.

**Limited number of slots available.

**Leads to jobs in Certified Nursing Assistant, Licensed Vocational Assistant, Licensed Vocational Nurse

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Heavy Equipment Academy

11-12 Heavy Equipment T725 – T726 3

This program will provide a college pathway for high school juniors and seniors to attain Industry and Academic certificates helping to lead to high wage earning jobs or to further their higher education while addressing critical industry workforce needs. Industry partners include HOLT CAT, ASCO (Case), ROMCO (Volvo), RDO (John Deere), Cooper Equipment, Zachry Construction, Dean Word Co., Martin Marietta

**Leads to jobs with State Highway departments, Waste Management, Construction, Holt Cat, and an array of different oil and gas companies

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Aerospace Academy (AA)

11-12 Aerospace T720 - T721 3

This program is designed to provide high school students with technical training in airframe and power plant mechanics from college instructors, with paid summer internships with one of the industry partners. Upon graduation, students will be prepared for jobs in the aerospace industry where they can complete their technical training toward their FAA license. Up to thirty college credit hours are available for a post –secondary course of study.

**Leads to jobs as an Aircraft Turbines Mechanic or Aircraft Structures Mechanic

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Information Technology &Security Academy(ITSA)

Course # Credits 11-12 Information Technology & Security T354 - T355 3 This program is designed to provide high school students with knowledge and skills in the area of information technology computer security, web development and programming and offers opportunities for paid summer internships with one of the industry partners. Graduates of this program will be prepared for entry-level Information Technology positions or for post-secondary Information Technology course of study.

** Leads to jobs in Information Technology/Security & Assurance

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Manufacturing Technology Academy (MTA)

11-12 Manufacturing Technology Academy T731 - T732 3 This program prepares students for careers in manufacturing production operations and facilities maintenance. Student competes for paid internships in the summer of their junior year with such companies as Dynatech Turbine Services, Columbia Industries, Alamo Iron Works, Light Speed Technology and others.

** Leads to careers such as CNC tool Operator, Manufacturing Operation Maintenance Assistant

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WORK BASED-LEARNING (CAREER PREPARATION)

& OTHER CAREER ELECTIVES

Work-Based Learning is designed to provide students part-time work experience and classroom instruction that will

prepare them with attitudes and skills necessary to be successful in today’s work force. Students may earn two (2) credits for attending the Career Preparation class each day and working a minimum of 10 hours weekly or three

(3) credits for attending the Career Preparation class each day and working a minimum of 15 hours weekly. The

course should span the entire school year, andclassroom instruction must average one class period each day for every school week. A student is expected to be enrolled the entire school year; however, in accordance with local district policy, a student may enter or exit the course at semester when extenuating circumstances require such a change.

OPEN TO ALL 11TH AND 12 GRADERS WHO MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:

1. Career Preparation Request Form submitted to the counselor or instructor 2. Able to work a minimum of 10 hours per week for each semester

3. Good attendance record and no mandatory/discretionary discipline placements 4. Able to provide own transportation from school to worksite.

5. Student must be a minimum age of 16 and hold valid work documentation such as a Social Security Card,

O th er Co u rs e

Level

Career Preparation

11-12 Career Preparation I, II T430 - T431 2-3 ea.

Career Preparation (CPI) is a work-based instructional arrangement that develops essential knowledge through classroom technical instruction and on-the-job training in an approved career and technical training area. Students will receive general lifelong learning skills, employability skills, leadership skills, work ethics, safety, mathematics, financial transactions, and communications as a group. Each student will have an individual training plan that will address their job specific knowledge and skills. Students will work to complete Career Safe 10 Hour OSHA Certification. All students must follow the Texas Education Agency and JISD guidelines for Career Preparation.

O th er E lec tive

Level

Business Information Management

9 -12 _{Business Information Management (BIM) I}

T300 1 Students are introduced to the Microsoft Office Suite of programs: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher, and Access. The students will develop technology skills that prepare them to compete in the business world. The course covers word processing -- to build communications skills; spreadsheets -- to solve business problems; databases –- to gather business information; and multi-media presentations -- to inform and persuade. The students will also learn to work within the operating system to learn file management skills.

Level

Business Information Management

9 -12 Business Information Management (BIM) II

Prerequisite “B” average in BIM I

T305 1

The course is designed to prepare students to test for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification exams

in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Access. MOS provides students with a global competitive edge in the workplace and

college—opportunity knocks! Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create complex word-processing documents, develop sophisticated spreadsheets using charts and graphs, make an electronic presentation using appropriate multimedia software and utilize databases tools. Using digital cameras, scanners, CD burners, and digital projects, students will understand and create electronic portfolios. Students taking this class are encouraged to test their computer apps skill by participating in area-wide UIL competition.

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Level

College & Career Readiness I

9– 10 College & Career Readiness I T302 .5

This unique project-based research course builds skills necessary for personal and professional success beyond high school in the real world. This course prepares and mentors the students through the research process of matching careers with skills and interests by using web based interest profile applications. The student will additionally use the College Board and other college ready websites to help prepare the student in the college planning process for their grade level. Additionally, it teaches students the global skills necessary for acquiring and maintaining highly skilled jobs. The course objective instills self-confidence, essential knowledge of business concepts, and the belief that you can be as successful as your dreams.

Level

College & Career Readiness II

11-12 _{College & Career Readiness II} T307 .5

This unique project-based research course builds skills necessary for personal and professional success beyond high school in the real world. This course prepares and mentors the students through the complicated college application and student aid process. Students will use College Board, Apply Texas, or the Common Application to apply to the colleges of their choice, prepare essays, prepare and request letters of recommendations, and learn about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Students will have the opportunity to meet with college admissions recruiters and ask the necessary questions throughout the course. A highly recommended course for all Seniors in the fall semester and juniors in the spring semester. They will prepare an electronic portfolio, PowerPoint presentation, and test for

National Career Readiness Certification. The course encourages students to dream, plan, and aspire to college and career success. This course is also designed to provide students an opportunity to earn one advanced measure for the Distinguished Level of Achievement.

Level

Professional Communications

9 -12 _{Professional Communications} T440 .5

This course blends written, oral, and graphic communication in a career-based environment. Careers in the global economy require individuals to be creative and have a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong and solid academic foundation, and a proficiency in professional oral and written communication. Within this context, students will be expected to develop and expand the ability to write, read, edit, speak listen, apply software applications, manipulate computer graphics, and conduct Internet research.

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S T E M

ENDORSEMENT

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S T E M C a r e e r s

If you are looking forward to a future career where scientific inquiry and the

design process are used regularly, you will enjoy the coursework required

for a STEM endorsement.

High School Diploma

Climate Change Analyst, Electromechanical

Engineering Technologist, or Radio Frequency

Identification Devise Specialist

Certification

Robotics Technician

Associates Degree

City Planning Aide, Nuclear Monitoring Technician,

Geospatial Information Scientist and Technologist,

or Environmental Science Technician

Bachelor’s Degree

Engineer (mechanical, petroleum, biomedical,

chemical, electrical, energy, industrial, nano

systems, nuclear, or robotics), Forensic Science

Technician, Marine/Naval Architect, or

Meteorologist

Master’s Degree

Natural Science Manager, Archeologist,

Geoscientist, Hydrologist, or Mathematician

Doctoral Degree

Medical Scientist, Biochemist/Biophysicist, or

Microbiologist

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Science, Technology, Engineering

and Mathematics Career Cluster

Pa

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way Level Science Course # Credits

See Catalog Page 33-37 for coherent sequence of courses

Pa

th

way

Level Mathematics Course # Credits

Pa

th

way Level Computer Science Course # Credits

Engineering Career Cluster

Project Lead The Way® (PLTW) promotes pre-engineering courses for high school students. PLTW forms partnerships with public schools, higher education institutions and the private sector to increase the quantity and quality of engineers and engineering technologists graduating from our educational system. Students take a sequence of courses which introduces students to the scope, rigor and discipline of engineering prior to entering college. However, those not intending to pursue further formal education will benefit greatly from the knowledge and logical thought processes that result from taking some or all of the courses provided in the curriculum. Visit www.pltw.org for more information. Students who meet certain criteria when completing the PLTW courses will be able to apply for college credit. These courses are math and science intensive.

+Meets a Science graduation credit

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Level

Civil Engineering

Course #

(PLTW)

Credits

1st *Introduction to Engineering Design (IED)

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of 8th grade math with a minimum of “B” average for incoming 9th

graders; Successful completion of Algebra I with a minimum of “B” average for 10th_graders)

T912 1

2nd Principles of Engineering (POE)

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of IED)

T913 1

3rd _{Civil Engineering & Architecture}

_(CEA)

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of IED & POE)

T916 1

4th Engineering Design & Development (EDD)

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of IED & POE)

T921 1

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P ath w ay Sequence Level

Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Course #

(PLTW)

Credits

1st *Introduction to Engineering Design (IED)

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of 8th grade math with a minimum of “B” average for incoming 9th

graders; Successful completion of Algebra I with a minimum of “B” average for 10th

graders)

Algebra I with a minimum of “B” average for 10th

graders)

T912 1

2nd Principles of Engineering(POE) (Prerequisite: Successful completion of IED)

T913 1

3rd _{Computer Integrated Manufacturing}

_(CIM)

(Prerequisites: Successful completion of IED & POE)

T920 1

4th Engineering Design & Development (EDD) (Prerequisites: Successful completion of IED & POE)

T921 1 P ath w ay Sequence Level

AeroScience Engineering

Course #

Credits

1st Introduction to Engineering Design (IED)(PLTW)

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of 8th_{grade math with a}

minimum of “B” average for incoming 9th_{graders; Successful}

completion of Algebra I with a minimum of “B” average for 10th

graders)

T912 1

2nd Principles of Engineering(POE) (PLTW)

(Prerequisite Successful completion of IED)

T913 1

3rd +AeroScience Research & Design I

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Physics or concurrently enrolled in Physics/P-TECH)

Physics/P-TECH)

T917 1

4th +AeroScience Research & Design II

(Prerequisite: Successful complete on of AeroScience Research & Design I)

T922 1

3rd or 4th +Principles of Technology (PTECH)

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Geometry with a “B”

Average and one science credit)

T434 1

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BUSINESS &

INDUSTRY

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BUSINESS & INDUSTRY CAREERS

The Business and Industry endorsement will prepare you to climb the ladder of

success in fields such as agriculture, finances, sports, advertising, retail

management, or transportation.

BUSINESS & INDUSTRY CAREERS AT A GLANCE

High School

Diploma

Agricultural Equipment Operator, Earth Driller,

Power Plant Operator, Customer Service

Representative, General Office Clerk, Bank Teller,

Credit Checker, or Industrial Machinery Mechanic

Certification

Baker, Electrician, Plumber, Welder, Chef, Travel

Agent, Real Estate Agent, Umpire/Referee, Air

Traffic Controller, Aircraft Mechanic, Farm/Ranch

Manager, or Forest Conservation Technician,

Computer & Network Technician

Associates Degree

Construction Supervisor, Civil Drafter, Legal

Secretary, Fashion Designer, Interior Designer,

Director/Mortician, Avionics Technician,

Electromechanical Technician, or Heavy

Equipment Mechanic.

Bachelor’s Degree

Architect, Surveyor, Editor, Newscaster,

Accountant, Budget Analyst, Human Resources,

Commercial Pilot, Statistician, Loan Officer

Economist, Advertising Manager, or Marketing

Manager

Master’s Degree

Animal Scientist, Zoologist/Wildlife Biologist,

Librarian, or Regulatory Affairs Manager

Doctoral Degree

Business Professor

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CertificationsOffered: Texas Certified Nursery Professional, Jr. Master Gardener Certification, Safe Tractor & Machinery Operation, Certified Veterinary Asst. Level 1, Private Pesticide Applicator,

ServSafe, High School Floral Certification, Hunter Safety & Boater Education OSHA,

_{NCCER (pending)}

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Level English Language Arts Course # Credits

See Catalog Page 24 for coherent sequence of courses

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Level Technology Applications Course # Credits

See Catalog above for coherent sequence of courses

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources (AFNR)

Career Cluster

Overview: This clusterfocuses on careers in the planning, implementation,

production, management, processing, and/or marketing of agricultural commodities and

services. Students are not required to raise an animal but it works well for scholarship

applications.

+ Denotes an academic graduation credit (i.e. Science, Mathematics, Fine Arts)

Animal Systems

Course #

Credit

1st Principles of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources T101 1 2nd Livestock Production (.5/Fall) and

Equine Science (.5/Spring) or Small Animal Management (.5/Spring)

T112

T113 orT110 1 3rd Vet Medical Apps or Food Tech & Safety T111 or T107 1

4th +Advanced Animal Science or

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology & any AFNR Course)

Food Processing or (Prerequisite: Food Tech & Safety)

Practicum in AFNR I or Practicum in AFNR II

( Prerequisite: Successful completion of any AFNR Course)

T109 or T108 T137 or T138 1 or 2 P ath w ay Sequence Level

Natural Resource Systems

Course #

Credit

1st Principles of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources T101 1 2nd Wildlife, Fisheries & Ecology Management T115 1 3rd Energy & Natural Resources or Range Ecology & Management T122 or T116 1 4th Practicum in ANFR I orPracticum in ANFR II

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Any Natural Resources course)

T135 or T138 2 P ath w ay Sequence Level

Agriculture Mechanical Systems

Course #

Credit

1st Principles of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources _T101 1 2nd Agricultural Mechanics & Metal Technologies T133 1 3rd Agricultural Power Systems or

Agricultural Facilities Design & Fabrication

T131 or T132 1

4th Practicum in ANFR I or Practicum in ANFR II

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of any Mechanical Systems course)

T136 or T138 2

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Marketing & Business Services Career Cluster

Overview: Marketing, Sales, and Service careers encompass planning, managing, organizing,

directing, evaluating and performing marketing activities to reach organizational objectives.

Business & Finance Services

Course #

Credit

1st Principles of Business, Marketing,& Finance _T200 1

2nd Business Information Management or

Business Law (.5) and Professional Communications (.5)

T300 or

T213 and T440

1

3rd Accounting or Money Matters T201 or T210 1

4th Human Resources Management T806 1

Marketing, Sales & Service

Course #

Credit

1st Principles of Business, Marketing,& Finance

T200 1 2nd Fashion Marketing or Sports Marketing (.5)

or

Advertising, Sales & Promotion (.5)

T802 or T808 or T800

1

3rd Entrepreneurship T806 1

4th Retailing (School Store)

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of PBMF & one Marketing course)

Agribusiness Marketing Systems

Course #

Credit

1st Principles of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources T101 1

2nd +Math Applications in AFNR T130 1

3rd Professional Agribusiness Standards T104

1 4th Agribusiness Management & Marketing T106 1 or2

Horticulture Plant Systems

Course #

Credit

1st Principles of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources T101 1

2nd Horticulture Science T124 1

3rd + Principles & Elements of Floral Design or

Landscape Design & Turf Grass Management

T119 or T123 1 4th + Advanced Plant & Soil Science or

Practicum in ANFR I or Practicum in ANFR II

(Prerequisite: any Horticulture Systems course)

T125 or

T136 or T138

1 or2

CertificationsOffered: MOS Certification, OSHA Certification, QuickBooks Certification

cation, OSHA Certification, QuickBooks Certification, QuickBooks

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Media Technology & Communications Career

Cluster

Overview: Focuses on designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing and

publishing multimedia content including visual and performing arts and designing

journalism, and entertainment services.

Audio Visual Production

Course #

Credit

1st Digital & Interactive Media (DIM) T328 1 2nd Audio & Video Production

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Digital Media)

T853 1 3rd Advanced Audio & Video Production

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Audio/Video Production)

T854 1

4th Practicum in Audio & Video Production

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Advance Audio & Visual Prod.)

Animation

Course #

Credit

1st Digital & Interactive Media (DIM) T328 1 2nd Animation

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of DIM)

T322 1 3rd Advanced Animation

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Animation)

T323 1 4th Practicum in Animation

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Advanced Animation)

Graphic Design & Illustration

Course #

Credit

1st Digital & Interactive Media (DIM) T328 1 2nd Graphic Design & Illustration

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of DIM))

T324 1 3rd Advanced Graphic Design & Illustration or Web Technologies

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Graphic Design & Ill.)

T325 1 4th Practicum in Graphic Design & Illustration &

Commercial Photography

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Advanced Graphic Design & Ill. Orany other Advanced Media Course

Commercial Photogrpahy

Course #

Credit

1st Digital & Interactive Media (DIM) T328 1 2nd Commercial Photography

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of DIM)

T850 1 3rd Advanced Commercial Photography

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Commercial Photography)

T851 1 4th Practicum in Graphic Design & Illustration &

Commercial Photography

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Advanced Graphic Design & Ill. Orany other Advanced Media Course)

T326

2 Certifications Offered: Final cut Pro, Lightwave 3D, Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver,

Flash

cation, OSHA Certification, QuickBooks Certification, QuickBooks

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Certifications Offered: I-Car Certification, OSHA, NATEF (pending)

Transportation Services Career Cluster

Overview: Focuses on careers in the planning, management, and movement of people,

materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail, and water, and related professional and technical support services.

P ath w ay Sequence

Level

Automotive Technology

Course #

Credit

1st Energy, Power & Transportation Systems T701 1 2nd Automotive Technology

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Energy, Power & Transportation Systems)

T704 2

3rd Advanced Automotive Technology

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Automotive Technology)

T714 2 4th Practicum in Automotive Technology

(Prerequisites: Successful completion of Advanced Automotive Tech.)

T716 2-3 P ath w ay Sequence

Level

Automotove Collision

Course #

Credit

1st Energy, Power & Transportation Systems T701 1 2nd Collision Repair & Refinishing

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Energy, Power, & Transportation Systems)

T702 2

3rd Advanced Collision Repair & Refinishing (Prerequisite: Collision Repair & Refinishing)

T715 2

4th Practicum in Collision Repair & Refinishing

(Prerequisites: Advanced Collision Repair & Refinishing)

T717 2-3

(23)

Certification Offered:

OSHA, NCCER (pending)

Certifications Offered: OSHA, American Welding Society’s (AWS) SENSE

Level I Welder Certification ,

_{NCCER (pending)}

Construction Trades Career Cluster

Overview: Focuses on careers in designing, planning, managing, building and maintaining

the building environment.

Construction Trades

Course #

Credit

8th 1st

Principles of Construction or

Principles of Construction (.5) and Principles of Manufacturing (.5) T710

T710 and T711 1

2nd Construction Technology

(Prerequisite: Principles of Construction)

T705 1 3rd Advanced Construction

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Construction Technology)

T706 2

4th Practicum in Construction Management I or Practicum in Construction Management II

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Advanced Construction)

T719 or T722

2

Welding Trades Career Cluster

Overview:

Planning, managing, and performing the processing of materials into

intermediate or final products and related professional and technical support activities.

Welding Trades

Course #

Credit

8th 1st

Principles of Manufacturing or

Principles of Manufacturing (.5) and Principles of Construction (.5)

T711 T711 and T710

1

2nd or Flex Manufacturing

(Prerequisite: Principles of Manufacturing in 8th grade)

T707 1 2nd Welding I

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Principles of Manufacturing)

T712 1

3rd Advanced Welding

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Welding I)

T713 2 4th Practicum of Manufacturing

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Advanced Welding)

T718 2

(24)

Certifications Offered: OSHA, NRF Customer Service Certification

Business, Marketing & Finance Career Cluster

Overview: Marketing, Sales, and Service careers encompass planning, managing, organizing,

directing, evaluating and performing marketing activities to reach organizational objectives.

Business

Course #

Credit

1st Principles of Business, Marketing,& Finance T200 1 2nd Business Information Management I (BIM) T300 1 3rd Business Information Management II or Accounting I

or Money Matters (.5) and Banking & Finance (.5) (Prerequisite for BIM II is the Successful completion of BIM 1)

T305 or T201

or T210 and

T211

1

4th Business Management or Entrepreneurship (Prerequisite: Successful completion of PBMF)

T203 or T806 1 P ath w ay Sequence Level

Marketing

Course #

Credit

1st Principles of Business, Marketing,& Finance (PBMF) T200 1 2nd Sports Marketing (.5) or Fashion Marketing (.5) or

Advertising Sales & Promotion (5.)

T808 or T802 or T800

1

3rd Entrepreneurship

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of PBMF)

T806 1

4th Retailing (School Store)

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of PBMF & one Marketing course) T803 1 P ath w ay Sequence Level

Finance

Course #

Credit

1st Principles of Business, Marketing,& Finance T200 1 2nd Money Matters(.5) or Banking & Finance (.5) T210 or T211 1

3rd Accounting I T201 1

4th Accounting II

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Accounting I)

T203 or T806 1

(25)

Certifications Offered: OSHA, CISCO Network Certification, Network+ and A+Certification

Hospitality Career Cluster

Overview:Encompasses the management, marketing and operations of restaurants and

other foodservices, lodging, attractions, recreation events and travel related services.

Culinary Arts

Course #

Credit

8th 1st

Principles of Human Services or

Principles of Hospitality & Tourism (.5) and Family & Community Services (.5)

T500 or

T501 andT504 1

2nd Restaurant Management (.5) and Nutrition & Wellness (.5) (Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Principles of Human Services or Principles of Hospitality & Tourism and Family & Community Services)

T539 and T531 1

3rd Culinary Arts

(Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Restaurant Management & Nutrition & Wellness)

T534 2

4th Practicum in Culinary Arts Internship

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Culinary Arts)

T535 2

Information Technology Career Cluster

Overview: Encompass entry level, technical, and professional careers related to the design/development and support of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems i integration services. P ath w ay Sequence Level

Information Technology

Course #

Credit

1st Principles of Information Technology T350 1 2nd Computer Maintenance

(Prerequisite: Principles of information Technology)

T351 1 3rd Telecommunications & Networking

(Prerequisite: Computer Maintenance or Computer Technology)

T340 1 4th _{Computer Technician}_or_{CISCO Network Fundamentals}

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Principles of Information Technician for CISCO )

T350 or T344 1 Certifications: OSHA, ServSafe, ACF Certified Culinarian (pending)

(26)

Certifications Offered: Adobe Photoshop, Flash, Illustrator

Visual & Fashion Design Career Cluster

Overview: Focuses on designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and

Publishing Multimedia content including visual and performing arts and design, journalism,

and entertainment services.

Visual Design

Course #

Credit

1st Principles of Arts, AV Technology & Communication (AAVTC) T330 1 2nd Graphic Design and Illustration

(Prerequisite: Principles of AAVTC)

T324 1

3rd Advanced Graphic Design and Illustration

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Graphic Design & Illustration)

T325 2

4th Practicum in Graphic Design and Illustration

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Adv. Graphic Design & Ill.

Fashion Design

Course #

Credit

1st Principles of Human Services _T500 1

2nd Fashion Design

(Prerequisite: Principles of Human Services)

T521 1 3rd Advanced Fashion Design

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Fashion Design)

T522 2 4th Practicum in Advanced Fashion Design I, II

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Advanced Fashion Design)

T528 - T529 2

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ARTS &

HUMANITIES

(28)

A r t s & H u m a n i t i e s C a r e er

s

If you love to create, this endorsement may before you. Performers,

filmmakers, historians, and politicians are a few of the careers that will

benefit from the coursework in the Arts and Humanities endorsement.

ART AND HUMANITIES CAREERS AT A GLANCE

High School

Diploma

Actor, Choreographer, Film/Movie Director, Dancer, or

Musician

Certification

TV/Camera Operator or Pre-press technician

Associates

Degree

Broadcast Technician, Sound Engineering Technician,

Photographer, Desktop Publisher, or Library

Technician

Bachelor’s

Degree

Radio/TV Announcer, Graphic Designer, Music

Director, Multimedia Artist/Animator, Commercial and

Industrial Designer, or Technical Writer

Master’s

Degree

Curator, Museum Technician and Conservator,

Archivist, International Relations Specialist, or College

or University Faculty Member

Doctoral

Degree

Professor, Lawyer, or Anthropologist

(29)

Arts & Humanities Career Cluster

Advanced Social Studies

Course #

Credit

1st – 4th _{of courses}See Catalog Page 27-29 for coherent sequence

Various

P

ath

w

ay Sequence _Level

Advanced English

Course #

Credit

1st – 4th See Catalog Page 24 +25 for coherent

sequence of courses Various P ath w ay Sequence Level

Fine Arts

Course #

Credit

1st – 4th

See Catalog Page 40-45 for coherent sequence

of courses Various P ath w ay Sequence Level

World Languages

Course #

Credit

1st – 4th See Catalog Page 37-40 for coherent sequence

of courses

Various

(30)

(31)

Public Service Careers

If you are willing to serve others in a multitude of areas including medicine, law

enforcement, and education, you will thrive in the Public Service endorsement courses.

PUBLIC SERVICE CAREERS AT A GLANCE

High School Diploma

Teacher Assistant, License Clerk, Municipal Clerk,

Nanny, or Animal Control Worker, Health Services

Medical Receptionist or Clerk

Certification

Fitness Trainer & Aerobics Instructor,

Hairdresser/Cosmetologist, Social Work Technician,

Personal & Home Care Aide, Court Reporter, Fire

Fighter, or Private Investigator, Nurses Aide, Dental

Assistant, Radiological Technician

Associates Degree

Environmental Compliance Inspector, Police Detective,

or Legal Technician/Paralegal, Licensed Vocational

Nurse

Bachelor’s Degree

School Teacher, Social/Community Services Manager,

Childcare Center Administrator, Public Health Educator,

Chief Executive, Parole & Probation, or Magistrate

Judge, Registered Nurse

Master’s Degree

College/University Administrator, Principal, Urban &

Regional Planner, Sociologist, or Mental Health

Counselor, Non-Profit Director

Doctoral Degree

Clinical Psychologist, Counseling Psychologist,

Educational Psychologist, Medical Doctor

(32)

Health and Human Services Career Cluster

Overview:Focuses on careers in planning, managing, and providing therapeutic services, diagnostic services, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development.

+Denotes advanced science credit

+405 Anatomy & Physiology may be counted as a science credit

Nursing

Course #

Credit

1st Principles of Health Science T600 1

2nd Health Science

(Prerequisite: Principles of Health Science, Biology 1)

T601

1 3rd ₊_{Medical Microbiology}_(.5)_or_{Pathophysiology (.5)}

(Prerequisite: Biology 1, Chemistry, Anatomy & Physiology, or concurrently enrollment in A/P)

T403 or T404 .5

4th Practicum in Health Science (Certified Nurse’s Aide)

(Prerequisite: Medical Microbiology /Pathophysiology or Medical

Terminology/Radiology; Additional Recommendation of Anatomy & Physiology) T602 2-3 P ath w ay Sequence Level

Dental

Course #

Credit

1st _{Principles of Health Science} _T600 ₁

2nd Health Science

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Principles of Health Science, Biology I)

T601 1 3rd Dental Science

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Health Science, Biology I may be taken concurrently)

T606 2

4th _{Practicum in Health Science (Dental Assistant)}

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Dental Science, Additional Recommendation of Anatomy & Physiology)

T603 2-3 P ath w ay Sequence Level

Radiology

Course #

Credit

1st Principles of Health Science T600 1

2nd Health Science

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Principles of Health Science, Biology I)

T601 1

3rd Medical Terminology (.5) and Radiology (.5)

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Health Science)

T604 and T612 1 4th Practicum in Health Science (Radiology /Non-Certified Radiological

Technician)

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Medical Terminology/Radiology; additional recommendation of Anatomy & Physiology)

T607 2-3

CertificationsOffered: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) , and Non-Certified Radiological Technician (NCRT )

(33)

Social Services

Course #

Credit

8th 1st

Principles of Human Services or

Principles of Human Services(.5) and Interpersonal Studies (.5)

T500 T500 and T503

1 2nd Family & Community Services

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Principles of Human Services and Interpersonal Studies)

T504 1

3rd Counseling & Mental Health

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Interpersonal Studies)

T512 1 4th Practicum in Human Services

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Counseling & Mental Health)

T515 2-3 P ath w ay Sequence Level

Child Development

Course #

Credit

8th 1st

Principles of Human Services

Principles of Human Services and Interpersonal Studies

T500 and T503

1 2nd Child Development

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Principles of Human Services and

Interpersonal Studies)

T506 1

3rd Child Guidance

(Prerequisites: Successful completion of Child Development)

T505 1 4th Practicum in Human Services

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Child Guidance)

T515 2-3

Criminal Justice Career Cluster

Overview:Focuses on careers in planning, managing, and providing legal, public safety, protective services and homeland security, including professional and technical support services.

+ Denotes advanced science credit

Criminal Justice

Course #

Credit

1st Principles of Law Public Safety, Corrections, & Security T489 1 2nd Law Enforcement I

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Principles of Law &Public Safety, Corrections & Security)

T485 1

3rd _{Court Systems & Practices}_or_{Security Services} (Prerequisite: Successful completion of Law Enforcement I)

T493 orT492 1

4th Practicum in Law public Safety, Corrections & Security

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Court Systems & Practices or

Security Services) T494 2 P ath w ay Sequence Level

Law Enforcement

Course #

Credit

1st _{Principles of Law Public Safety, Corrections, & Security} _T489 ₁ 2nd Law Enforcement I

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Principles of Law & Public Safety, Corrections & Security)

T485 1

3rd _{Law Enforcement II}_or₊_Forensics

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Law Enforcement I)

T487 or +T491 1 4th Practicum in Law Public Safety, Corrections, & Security

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Law Enforcement II or Forensics)

T494 2

25

(34)

Junior Reserve Corps Career Cluster

JHS Overview: Consists of three components, Aerospace, Leadership and

Wellness.

See Senior Instructor for additional enrollment requirements and Uniform inquiries.

WHS Overview: Consists of three components, Leadership, Education and Training. See

Senior Instructor for additional enrollment requirements and Uniform inquiries. The objective of the JROTC Program is to motivate cadets to be better citizens.

P

ath

w

ay Sequence

Level

JROTC Course # Credit

1st-4th REFER TO PAGE 47-49 IN THE CATALOG Various . 1

Education & Training Career Cluster

Overview:Planning, managing and providing education and training services, and

related learning support services.

Early Childhood Professions Course # Credit

8th

1st Principles of Human Services or

Principles of Education & Training (.5) and

Family & Consumer Services (.5)

T500 T502 and T504 . 1 2nd Child Development

(Prerequisite: Principles of Human Services or Principles of Education & Training and Family & Consumers Services)

T506 1

3rd Education & Training

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Child Development)

T507 2 4th Practicum in Education and Training

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Education & Training)

T508 2

Law Enforcement Career Cluster

Overview:Focuses on careers in planning, managing, and providing legal, public safety, protective services and homeland security, including professional and technical support services.

+ Denotes advanced science credit

Pa thway Sequence Level

Law Enforcement Course # Credit

1st _{Principles of Law Public Safety, Corrections, & Security} T489 1 2nd Law Enforcement I

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Principles of Law Public Safety, Corrections & Security)

T485 1

3rd _{Law Enforcement II}_or_Forensics

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Law Enforcement I)

T487 or T491 1 4th Practicum in Law public Safety, Corrections & Security

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Law Enforcement II or Forensics)

T494 2

CertificationsOffered: Emergency Telecommunications, First Aid, CPR

CertificationsOffered: CPR, First Aid, Educational Aide

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MULTIDISCIPLINARY

STUDIES

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M u l t i d i s c i p l i n a r y S t u d i e s C a r e e r s

Students who would like the opportunity to experience a broad overview in

various types of classes have the option to complete a Multidisciplinary Studies

endorsement. Careers are limitless.

Multidisciplinary Studies Career Cluster

MULTIDISCIPLINARY CAREERS AT A GLANCE

All Degree

Levels &

Certifications

Many employers benefit from well-rounded individuals.

The types of careers available with this endorsement

are limitless.

P ath w ay

Level

Advanced Level Coursework

Course #

Credit

11-12 Student must complete 4 AP credit and/or Dual Credit courses in the _{following areas: English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Fine Arts,} or Languages Other than English

P

ath

w

a

y

Level

Foundation Program Subjects

Course # Credit

9-12 Student must complete 4 credits in each of the 4 foundation subject _{areas to include: English IV, Algebra II, Chemistry or Physics}

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How Much Money

Will You Make?

Education Achieved

Median Annual Salary*

Professional Degree

$102,200

Doctoral Degree

$91,000

Master’s Degree

$70,000

Bachelor’s Degree

$56,500

Associate Degree

$44,800

Some College, No Degree

$40,400

High School Diploma

$35,400

Less Than a High School

Diploma

$25,100

*SOURCES: The College Board based on the U.S. Census Bureau, 2012, Table PINC-03; Internal Revenue Service, 2010

PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS