PoS Whitesboro

ANNUAL PUBLIC NOTIFICATION OF NONDISCRIMINATION

Whitesboro High School offers career and technical education programs in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources; Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications; Education and Training; Health Science; Human Services. Admission to these programs is based on TEA and local LEA standards.

It is the policy of Whitesboro High School not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap in its vocational programs, services or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.

It is the policy of Whitesboro High School not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, or age in its employment practices as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.

Whitesboro High School will take steps to assure that lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational and vocational programs.

For information about your rights or grievance procedures, contact the Title IX Coordinator at Jodie Tucker, tuckerj@whitesboroisd.org, and/or the Section 504 Coordinator at Jodie Tucker, tuckerj@whitesboroisd.org.

Whitesboro High School ofrece programas de educación técnica y vocacional en Agricultura, Comida y Recursos Naturales; Artes, Tecnología de Audio y Video, y Comunicación; Educación y Formación; Ciencias de la Salud; Servicios Humanos. La admisión a estos programas se basa en Estándares TEA y LEA locales.

Es norma de Whitesboro High School no discriminar en sus programas, servicios o actividades vocacionales y brinda igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo o impedimento, tal como lo requieren el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, según enmienda; Título IX de las Enmiendas en la Educación de 1972, y la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmienda.

Es norma de Whitesboro High School no discriminar en sus procedimientos de empleo por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, impedimento o edad, tal como lo requieren el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, según enmienda; Título IX de las Enmiendas en la Educación, de 1972, la ley de Discriminación por Edad, de 1975, según enmienda; y la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmienda.

Whitesboro High School tomará las medidas necesarias para asegurar que la falta de habilidad en el uso del inglés no sea un obstáculo para la admisión y participación en todos los programas educativos y vocacionales.

Para información sobre sus derechos o procedimientos de quejas, comuníquese con el Coordinador del Título IX en Jodie Tucker, tuckerj@whitesboroisd.org, y/o el Coordinador de la Sección 504 en Jodie Tucker, tuckerj@whitesboroisd.org.

WHITESBORO HIGH SCHOOL

1 Bearcat Drive

Whitesboro, TX 76273

903-564-4114

TERMS AND DEFINITIONS

Understanding Common Terms in Career and Technical Education (CTE)

CTE

Career and technical education programs offer a sequence of courses that provides students with coherent and rigorous content. CTE content is aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in current or emerging professions.

Program of Study

Perkins V describes a program of study as a coordinated, non duplicative sequence of academic and technical content at the secondary and postsecondary level that:

● Incorporates challenging state academic standards

● Addresses academic, technical, and employability skills

● Aligns with the needs of industries in the state, regional, and/or local economy

● Progresses in specificity, beginning with all aspects of industry and leading to more occupation

● Specific instruction

● Has multiple entry and exit points that incorporate credentialing

● Culminates in the attainment of a recognized postsecondary credential

Endorsement

Endorsements consist of a related series of courses that are grouped together by interest or skill set. They provide students with in-depth knowledge of a subject area. Students must select an endorsement* in the ninth grade. Students earn an endorsement by completing the curriculum requirements for the endorsement, including 4th credit of math and science and 2 additional elective credits.

IBC

An industry-based certification (IBC) is a specific type of credential that validates that an individual possesses certain industry specific skills related to a career cluster or occupation and is measured against a set of accepted industry standards. TEA adopted by rule (19 TAC 74.1003) a set of requirements and process to formally approve industry-based certifications. This is a high-level summary of those requirements:

1. Defined as a certification – not just a certificate of course completion, but demonstration that skills were obtained and valid for a specific period of time (e.g., not the driver education course, but the drivers’ license exam)

2. Industry recognized and valued – employer surveys indicate the certification is given significant consideration for hiring and wages

3. Attainable by a high school student – a 17 or 18 year old could reasonably earn it by graduation

4. Portable – regionally, to multiple employers, or to more advanced postsecondary or apprentice work

5. Certifying Entity – certifications are issued independent of course completion to validate skills (e.g., DPS as the entity that validates passage of the drivers license exams)

ACADEMIC PLANNING GUIDE CHART

Career and Technical Education (CTE)

Animal Science

Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems

Arts, Audio/Video

Graphic Design and Interactive Media

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

A/V Technology, and Communication

Small Animal Management Equine Science

Agriculture Mechanics and Metal Technologies w/Lab

Commercial Photography I w/ Lab

Digital Design and Media Productions

Graphic Design and Illustration I w/Lab Education

Interpersonal Studies

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

LEVEL 3

Livestock Production w/Lab

Agriculture Structures Design and Fabrication w/Lab

LEVEL 4

INDUSTRY BASED CERTIFICATIONS

Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster

Advanced Animal Science

Agriculture Equipment Design and Fabrication w/Lab

Elanco Fundamentals of Animal Science

AWS D9.1 Sheet Medal Welding

Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster

Commercial Photography II w/ Lab

Digital Arts and Animation

Graphic Design and Illustration II w/Lab

Child Development

Anatomy and Physiology

Health Science Theory/Health Science Clinical

Practicum in Entrepreneurship

Education and Training Career Cluster

Instructional Practices

Health Science Career Cluster

Practicum in Health Science

Family and Community Services

Human Services Career Cluster

Practicum in Entrepreneurship Community Health Worker

Family and Community Services

Food Science

Practicumin Entrepreneurship

AGRICULTURE, FOOD, AND NATURAL RESOURCES CAREER CLUSTER

The Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (AFNR) Career Cluster focuses on the essential elements of life food, water, land, and air. This career cluster includes a diverse spectrum of occupations, ranging from farmer, rancher, and veterinarian to geologist, land conservationist, and florist. It also includes nontraditional agricultural occupations like wind energy, solar energy, and oil and gas production.

Animal Science

The Animal Science program of study focuses on the science, research, and business of animals and other living organisms. It teaches CTE learners how to apply biology and life science to real-world life processes of animals and wildlife, either in laboratories or in the field, which could include a veterinary office, a farm or ranch, or any outdoor area harboring animal life. Students may also research and analyze the growth and destruction of species and research or diagnose diseases and injuries of animals.

Meets the requirements of the Business and Industry Endorsement

OR (if math/science requirements are met)

Meets the requirements of the STEM Endorsement

Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems

The Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with applying knowledge of engineering technology and biological science to agricultural problems concerned with power and machinery, electrification, structures, soil and water conservation, and processing agricultural products. This program of study may also include exploration into diagnosing, repairing, or overhauling farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, dairy equipment, and irrigation systems.

Meets the requirements of the Business and Industry Endorsement

OR (if math/science requirements are met)

Meets the requirements of the STEM Endorsement

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

ANIMAL SCIENCE

SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS

COURSE INFORMATION

Biology and Chemistry or Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC); Algebra l and Geometry; and either Small Animal Management, Equine Science, or Livestock

Career Cluster Certification: Fundamentals of

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

13000200 Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources will allow students to develop knowledge and skills regarding career and educational opportunities, personal development, globalization, industry standards, details, practices, and expectations.

13000400 Small Animal Management

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: .5

Prerequisites: None

13000500 Equine Science

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: .5

Prerequisites: None

In Small Animal Management, students will acquire knowledge and skills related to small animals and the small animal management industry. Small Animal Management may address topics related to small mammals such as dogs and cats, amphibians, reptiles, and birds.

In Equine Science, students will acquire knowledge and skills related to equine animal systems and the equine industry. Equine Science may address topics related to horses, donkeys, and mules.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

13000300 Livestock Production w/Lab

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

In Livestock Production, students will acquire knowledge and skills related to livestock and the livestock production industry. Livestock Production may address topics related to beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, sheep, goats, and poultry.

13000700 Advanced Animal Science

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites:

● Biology and Chemistry or Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC)

● Algebra l and Geometry

● Either Small Animal Management, Equine Science, or Livestock Production

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS

Advanced Animal Science examines the interrelatedness of human, scientific, and technological dimensions of livestock production. Instruction is designed to allow for the application of scientific and technological aspects of animal science through field and laboratory experiences. Note: This course satisfies a science credit requirement for students on the Foundation High School Program.

AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY AND MECHANICAL SYSTEMS

SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS

Courses are not tied to grade levels.

Level

Level

Level

Level

Agriculture

Agriculture

COURSE INFORMATION

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

13000200 Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

13002200 Agriculture Mechanics and Metal Technologies w/Lab

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

13002300 Agriculture Structures Design and Fabrication w/Lab

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources will allow students to develop knowledge and skills regarding career and educational opportunities, personal development, globalization, industry standards, details, practices, and expectations.

Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies is designed to develop an understanding of agricultural mechanics as it relates to safety and skills in tool operation, electrical wiring, plumbing, carpentry, fencing, concrete, and metal working techniques. To prepare for careers in agricultural power, structural, and technical systems, students must attain academic skills and knowledge; acquire technical knowledge and skills related to power, structural, and technical agricultural systems and the industry; and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, industry certifications, and industry expectations.

In Agricultural Structures Design and Fabrication, students will explore career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. To prepare for careers in mechanized agriculture and technical systems, students must attain knowledge and skills related to agricultural structures design and fabrication.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

13002350 Agriculture Equipment Design and Fabrication w/Lab

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS

In Agricultural Equipment Design and Fabrication, students will acquire knowledge and skills related to the design and fabrication of agricultural equipment.

Welding Technology/ Welder

ARTS, AUDIO/VIDEO TECHNOLOGY, AND COMMUNICATIONS CAREER CLUSTER

The Arts, A/V Technology and Communications (AAVTC) Career Cluster focuses on careers in designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishing multimedia content including visual and performing arts and design, journalism, and entertainment services. Careers in the AAVTC career cluster require a creative aptitude, a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong academic foundation, and a proficiency in oral and written communication.

Graphic Design and Interactive Media

The Graphic Design and Interactive Media program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with designing or creating graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. This program of study may also include exploration into designing clothing and accessories, and creating special effects, animation, or other visual images using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media, for use in computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials.

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

Meets the requirements of the Business and Industry Endorsement

GRAPHIC DESIGN AND INTERACTIVE MEDIA

Arts, Audio/Visual Technology, and Communications Career Cluster

SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS

Courses are not tied to grade levels.

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

Digital Media

Principles of Arts, A/V Technology, and Communication

Commercial Photography I w/Lab

Digital Design and Media Productions

Graphic Design and Illustration I w/Lab

Commercial Photography II w/Lab

Digital Arts and Animation

Graphic Design and Illustration II w/Lab

Practicum in Entrepreneurship

COURSE INFORMATION

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

13027800 Digital Media

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

In Digital Media, students will analyze and assess current and emerging technologies, while designing and creating multimedia projects that address customer needs and resolve a problem. Students will implement personal and interpersonal skills to prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace environment. The knowledge and skills acquired and practiced will enable students to successfully perform and interact in a technology-driven society. Students will enhance reading, writing, computing, communication, and critical thinking and apply them to the IT environment.

Grade

Credits: 1

9

Prerequisites: None

The goal of this course is that the student understands arts, audio/video technology, and communications systems. Within this context, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the various and multifaceted career opportunities in this cluster and the knowledge, skills, and educational requirements for those opportunities.

13009110

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Commercial Photography I w/Lab

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

In addition to developing knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the commercial photography industry with a focus on creating quality photographs. Districts are encouraged to offer this lab in a consecutive block with Commercial Photography I to allow students sufficient time to master the content of both courses..

03580400 Digital Design and Media Productions

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

13009210 Commercial Photography II w/Lab

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

Digital Design and Media Production will allow students to demonstrate creative thinking, develop innovative strategies, and use communication tools in order to work effectively with others as well as independently. Students will gather information electronically, which will allow for problem solving and making informed decisions regarding media projects. Students will learn digital citizenship by researching current laws and regulations and by practicing integrity and respect. Students will demonstrate a thorough understanding of digital design principles that is transferable to other disciplines. The six strands include creativity and innovation; communication and collaboration; research and information fluency; critical thinking; problem solving, and decision making; digital citizenship; and technology operations and concepts.

In addition to developing advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced technical understanding of the commercial photography industry with a focus on producing, promoting, and presenting professional quality photographs. Districts are encouraged to offer this lab in a consecutive block with Commercial Photography II to allow students sufficient time to master the content of both courses.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

03580500 Digital Arts and Animation

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

Digital Art and Animation consists of computer images and animations created with digital imaging software. Digital Art and Animation has applications in many careers, including graphic design, advertising, web design, animation, corporate communications, illustration, character development, script writing, storyboarding, directing, producing, inking, project management, editing, and the magazine, television, film, and game industries. Students in this course will produce various real-world projects and animations. The six strands include creativity and innovation; communication and collaboration; research and information fluency; critical thinking; problem solving, and decision making; digital citizenship; and technology operations and concepts.

13008910 Graphic Design and Illustration II w/Lab

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites:

● Graphic Design and Illustration l

N1303425 Practicum in Entrepreneurship

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

Within this context, in addition to developing advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced understanding of the industry with a focus on mastery of content knowledge and skills. Districts are encouraged to offer this lab in a consecutive block with Graphic Design and Illustration II to allow students sufficient time to master the content of both courses.

The Practicum in Entrepreneurship provides students the opportunity to apply classroom learnings and experiences to real-world business problems and opportunities, while expanding their skill sets and professional relationships as a real or simulated business owner versus the experience one would have as an employee. Students will prepare for an entrepreneurial career in their area of interest in their career cluster and build on and apply the knowledge and skills gained from courses taken in an array of career areas. Practicum experiences occur in a paid or unpaid arrangement and a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of the student’s need for work-based learning experience. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. It is recommended that students are paired with local business owners or employers in their specific industry program of study.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS

EDUCATION AND TRAINING CAREER CLUSTER

The Education and Training Career Cluster focuses on planning, managing, and providing education and training services and related learning support services. All parts of courses are designed to introduce learners to the various careers available within the Education and Training career cluster.

Teaching and Training

The Teaching and Training program of study prepares CTE learners for careers related to teaching, instruction, and creation of instructional and enrichment materials. The program of study introduces CTE learners to a wide variety of student groups and their corresponding needs. It familiarizes them with the processes for developing curriculum, coordinating educational content, and coaching groups and individuals.

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

Meets the requirements of the Public Service Endorsement

TEACHING AND TRAINING

COURSE INFORMATION

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

13014200 Principles of Education and Training

Grade Placement: 9 - 10

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

Principles of Education and Training is designed to introduce learners to the various careers available within the Education and Training Career Cluster. Students use self- knowledge as well as educational and career information to analyze various careers within the Education and Training Career Cluster. Students will develop a graduation plan that leads to a specific career choice in the student's interest area.

13024200 Principles of Human Service

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

Principles of Human Services is a laboratory course that will enable students to investigate careers in the Human Services Career Cluster, including counseling and mental health, early childhood development, family and community, personal care, and consumer services. Each student is expected to complete the knowledge and skills essential for success in high-skill, highwage, or high-demand human services careers.

N1300500 Child Development

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

Certifications: None

The Child Development Associate (CDA) Foundations course is a laboratory course addressing the knowledge and skills related to applying Child Development Associate (CDA) Competency Standards in early childhood environments and understanding how these competencies help young children move with success from one developmental stage to the next. Students will be prepared and informed on the requirements that must be met to apply for the nationally recognized CDA credential.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

13014400 Instructional Practices

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites:

● One credit from Education and Training Career Cluster

Certifications: None

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS

Career Preparation I provides opportunities for students to participate in a work-based learning experience that combines classroom instruction with business and industry employment experiences. The goal is to prepare students with a variety of skills for a changing workplace. Career preparation is relevant and rigorous, supports student attainment of academic standards, and effectively prepares students for college and career success.

WORKFORCE/CAREER OPTIONS

HEALTH SCIENCE CAREER CLUSTER

The Health Science Career Cluster focuses on planning, managing, and providing therapeutic services, diagnostics services, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development. To pursue a career in the health science industry, students should learn to reason, think critically, make decisions, solve problems, communicate effectively, and work well with others.

Diagnostic & Therapeutic Services

The Diagnostic & Therapeutic Services program of study introduces students to occupations and educational opportunities related to diagnosing and treating acute, episodic, or chronic illness independently or as part of a healthcare team. This program of study also includes an introduction to the opportunities associated with providing treatment and counsel to patients, rehabilitative programs that help build or restore daily living skills to persons with disabilities or developmental delays, and exploration opportunities associated with blood laboratories as well as radiologic technology and ultrasound technology.

Meets the requirements of the Public Service Endorsement

OR (if math/science requirements are met)

Meets the requirements of the STEM Endorsement

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS

COURSE INFORMATION

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

13020200 Principles of Health Science

Grade Placement: 9 - 10

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

Certifications: None

13020300 Medical Terminology

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

Certifications: None

13020600 Anatomy and Physiology

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites:

● Biology and a second science credit

Certifications: None

The Principles of Health Science course is designed to provide an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems of the health care industry.

The Medical Terminology course is designed to introduce students to the structure of medical terms, including prefixes, suffixes, word roots, singular and plural forms, and medical abbreviations. The course allows students to achieve comprehension of medical vocabulary appropriate to medical procedures, human anatomy and physiology, and pathophysiology.

The Anatomy and Physiology course is designed for students to conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students in Anatomy and Physiology will study a variety of topics, including the structure and function of the human body and the interaction of body systems for maintaining homeostasis.

13020410

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Health Science Theory/Health Science

Clinical

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites:

● Biology

Certifications: None

The Health Science Clinical course is designed to provide for the development of advanced knowledge and skills related to a wide variety of health careers. Students will employ hands-on experiences for continued knowledge and skill development. Districts are encouraged to offer this course in a consecutive block with Health Science Theory to allow students sufficient time to master the content of both courses.

13020500

Practicum in Health Science

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites:

● Biology

● Health Science Theory

Certifications: None

The Practicum in Health Science course is designed to give students practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience.

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS

ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE BACHELOR’S DEGREE

MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

Dental Hygienest Dental Hygienest Dentist

Medical/Clinical Assistant Nuclear Medical Technology/ Technologist Physical Assistant

Nuclear Medical Technology/ Technologist

Medical Radiologic Technology/Science Radiation Therapist Radiologist

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology/ Technician

Radiologic Technology/Science Radiographer

WORKFORCE/CAREER OPTIONS

HUMAN SERVICES CAREER CLUSTER

The Human Services Career Cluster focuses on preparing individuals for employment in career pathways that relate to families and human needs such as counseling and mental health services, family and community services, personal care services, and consumer services.

Family and Community Services

The Family and Community Services program of study introduces students to knowledge and skills related to social services, including child and human development and consumer sciences. CTE learners may learn about or practice managing social and community services or teaching family and consumer sciences. Students may follow career paths in social work or therapy for children, families, or school communities.

Health and Wellness

The Health and Wellness programof study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with promoting physical, emotional, and mental health and wellness. This programof study incudes assisting patients in planning fortheir health and wellness, responding to crises, providing education or counseling, making referrals, and addressing barriers to accessing health and wellness services.

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

Meets the requirements of the Public Service Endorsement

Meets the requirements of the Public Service Endorsement

COURSE

Career Cluster Certification: Community Health Worker

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

13024200 Principles of Human Services

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

Principles of Human Services is a laboratory course that will enable students to investigate careers in the Human Services Career Cluster, including counseling and mental health, early childhood development, family and community, personal care, and consumer services. Each student is expected to complete the knowledge and skills essential for success in high-skill, highwage, or high-demand human services careers.

13009900 Professional Communications

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: .5

Prerequisites: None

Professional Communications blends written, oral, and graphic communication in a careerbased 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.

13024300

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Dollars and Sense

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: .5

Prerequisites: None

N1300500 Child Development

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

Dollars and Sense focuses on consumer practices and responsibilities, moneymanagement processes, decision-making skills, impact of technology, and preparation for human services careers.

The Child Development Associate (CDA) Foundations course is a laboratory course addressing the knowledge and skills related to applying Child Development Associate (CDA) Competency Standards in early childhood environments and understanding how these competencies help young children move with success from one developmental stage to the next. Students will be prepared and informed on the requirements that must be met to apply for the nationally recognized CDA credential.

13024400 Interpersonal Studies

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: .5

Prerequisites: None

Interpersonal Studies examines how the relationships between individuals and among family members significantly affect the quality of life. Students use knowledge and skills in family studies and human development to enhance personal development, foster quality relationships, promote wellness of family members, manage multiple adult roles, and pursue careers related to counseling and mental health services.

13024500

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: .5

Prerequisites: None

Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness is a laboratory course that allows students to use principles of lifetime wellness and nutrition to help them make informed choices that promote wellness as well as pursue careers related to hospitality and tourism, education and training, human services, and health sciences.

13024900

Family and Community Services

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

Family and Community Services is a laboratorybased course designed to involve students in realistic and meaningful community-based activities through direct service or servicelearning experiences. Students are provided opportunities to interact with and provide services to individuals, families, and the community through community or volunteer services. Emphasis is placed on developing and enhancing organizational and leadership skills and characteristics.

13011111 Practicum in Entrepreneurship

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

The Practicum in Entrepreneurship provides students the opportunity to apply classroom learnings and experiences to real-world business problems and opportunities, while expanding their skill sets and professional relationships as a real or simulated business owner versus the experience one would have as an employee. Students will prepare for an entrepreneurial career in their area of interest in their career cluster and build on and apply the knowledge and skills gained from courses taken in an array of career areas. Practicum experiences occur in a paid or unpaid arrangement and a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of the student’s need for work-based learning experience. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. It is recommended that students are paired with local business owners or employers in their specific industry program of study.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS

13023000 Food Science 11 - 12

13011111 Practicum in Entrepreneurship 11 - 12

Three units of science, including Chemistry and Biology

Career Cluster Certification: Community Health Worker

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

13024200 Principles of Human Services

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

13024300 Dollars and Sense

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: .5

Prerequisites: None

Principles of Human Services is a laboratory course that will enable students to investigate careers in the Human Services Career Cluster, including counseling and mental health, early childhood development, family and community, personal care, and consumer services. Each student is expected to complete the knowledge and skills essential for success in high-skill, highwage, or high-demand human services careers.

Dollars and Sense focuses on consumer practices and responsibilities, moneymanagement processes, decision-making skills, impact of technology, and preparation for human services careers.

N1300500

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Child Development

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

The Child Development Associate (CDA) Foundations course is a laboratory course addressing the knowledge and skills related to applying Child Development Associate (CDA) Competency Standards in early childhood environments and understanding how these competencies help young children move with success from one developmental stage to the next. Students will be prepared and informed on the requirements that must be met to apply for the nationally recognized CDA credential.

13024400

Interpersonal Studies

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: .5

Prerequisites: None

Interpersonal Studies examines how the relationships between individuals and among family members significantly affect the quality of life. Students use knowledge and skills in family studies and human development to enhance personal development, foster quality relationships, promote wellness of family members, manage multiple adult roles, and pursue careers related to counseling and mental health services.

13024500

Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: .5

Prerequisites: None

Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness is a laboratory course that allows students to use principles of lifetime wellness and nutrition to help them make informed choices that promote wellness as well as pursue careers related to hospitality and tourism, education and training, human services, and health sciences.

13024900

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Family and Community Services

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

Family and Community Services is a laboratorybased course designed to involve students in realistic and meaningful community-based activities through direct service or servicelearning experiences. Students are provided opportunities to interact with and provide services to individuals, families, and the community through community or volunteer services. Emphasis is placed on developing and enhancing organizational and leadership skills and characteristics.

13023000

Food Science

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites:

● Three units of science, including Chemistry and Biology

In Food Science students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Food Science is the study of the nature of foods, the causes of deterioration in food products, the principles underlying food processing, and the improvement of foods for the consuming public.

13011111

Practicum in Entrepreneurship

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

The Practicum in Entrepreneurship provides students the opportunity to apply classroom learnings and experiences to real-world business problems and opportunities, while expanding their skill sets and professional relationships as a real or simulated business owner versus the experience one would have as an employee. Students will prepare for an entrepreneurial career in their area of interest in their career cluster and build on and apply the knowledge and skills gained from courses taken in an array of career areas. Practicum experiences occur in a paid or unpaid arrangement and a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of the student’s need for work-based learning experience. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. It is recommended that students are paired with local business owners or employers in their specific industry program of study.

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