Programs of Study Catalog 2011-12 by Charisse Giseburt

Blazing Career Paths in the st

21 Century

Guide for Career Planning and Programs of Study

2011 - 2012 “A straight path never leads anywhere except to the objective.” Andre Gide 1

Welcome to High School!! The pages in this booklet will be a “stepping stone” for you as you enter high school and begin your path towards your future! We will be here to assist you every step of the way, so do not let this seem like an overwhelming “leap” into adulthood!! The Programs of Study will be your “roadmap” to assist you in your navigation through the maze of decision making. Your school counselor will return to your “map” each year as you and your parent(s) make decisions regarding your Personal Education Plan (PEP). It is our desire to assist you in linking what you learn in high school with the skills that are needed to be successful with your post-secondary goals. There are many opportunities for success while in high school. We encourage you to take advantage of the various programs that we offer. In return, we can promise a firm educational foundation that will open doors to an exciting future. There are at least two programs in Missouri that reward students with recognition and honor. These programs are called: The Missouri College Preparation Certificate and the Show-Me Scholars Award. The criteria for these awards are contained in this booklet. Often times, colleges will award scholarships to those students receiving these awards. Other programs that are open to our students are Missouri’s A+ Schools Program ©

and the International Baccalaureate (IB ) Diploma Program. Benton and Lafayette High Schools are both designated A+ schools. Students who graduate from either school can qualify for state-paid financial incentives. Central High School is an ©

International Baccalaureate World School. The program is recognized world-wide as an academically challenging and balanced program of education for juniors and seniors. Be sure to discuss the benefits of these educational options with your counselor. Health Services

The secret to success in high school is as follows:   

Get involved! Attend regularly! Have a plan! (This is your Personal Education Plan…PEP!)

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Best wishes for a wonderful time in high school!!! 2

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Acknowledgements ………………………………………………. 5 St. Joseph School District Graduation Requirements …….…... 8 Guidelines for Grade Point Average, Weighted Classes, Valedictorian & Salutatorian ……………..…….....… 11 Participating in High School Sports & Extra Curricular Activities……………………...… 12 High School Testing ………………………………………...…... 13 College Preparatory Requirements and Guidelines ………..... 14 Show-Me Scholars Program of Study ……………………...…. 16 A+ Schools Program …………………………………………… 17 MO Career Exploration Tool………………………………….. 19 What’s Your Plan - Programs of Study ………………………. 23 Arts, A/V Technology & Communication …………………….. 26 Business Management & Technology …………………………. 33 Health Services …………………………………………………. 55 Human Services ………………………………………………… 61 Industrial & Engineering Technology ………………………… 83 Natural Resources, Agriculture …………………………..….. 102 © International Baccalaureate Path …………………………... 110 Course Descriptions …………………………………………... 112 Business & Careers .……………………………..………... 115 Communication Arts .……………………………..…….... 121 Family & Consumer Science .…………………..………... 128 Fine Arts .…………….…………………………..………... 130 Foreign Language ..……………………………..………... 141 Hillyard Technical Center .……………………..………... 145 Industrial Technology .…………………………..………... 151 Mathematics .……………………………………..………... 154 Physical Education & Health .…………………..………... 160 Science ……………..……………………………..………... 162 Social Studies .………..…………………………..………... 168 Special Programs ….……………………………..………... 173

Blazing Career Paths in the 21st Century Programs of Study Committees

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We wish to express our gratitude to the many people who helped with this Programs of Study project. Without their input and assistance, our career paths would not have come to fruition. Our thanks go out to them.

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Arts, A/V Technology & Communication… Member Darren Verbick Kevin Griffin Nancy Nelson Shane Heard Cheryl Oxley Teresa Fankhouser Joseph Kreizinger Theresa Crory Mei Zhang Kelly Wittenberg Tori Grable

Business Affiliation SJSD - Fine Arts Coordinator SJSD - Fine Arts Coordinator Benton High School - Guidance Counselor Lafayette High School - Drama Teacher Angus Production Inc. Allied Arts Council of St. Joseph NWMSU Highland Community College Missouri Western State University Missouri Western State University SJSD - Communications Arts Coordinator

Business Management & Technology… Patricia Palmer David Jordan Steve Johnston Helen Thompson Greg Roberts Jeanie Benitz Mary Clemmer Tom Williams

Operation Outreach Central High School - Business Coordinator St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce Heartland Health System Hillyard Industries Lafayette High School - Guidance Counselor American Family Insurance Missouri Western State University

Government & Public Administration… Vince Capell Bob Nash Terri Godfrey Mark Peterson Beth Wheeler Sarah Siemens

City of St. Joseph, City Manager Benton High School - Social Studies Coordinator Central High School - Assistant Principal Central High School - Guidance Counselor Missouri Western State University CPA & SJSD Board Member

Health Services… Jincy Trotter Robert Sigrist Eileen Duty Paula Overfelt Eric Jorgensen Evelyn Brooks Regenia Briggs Janet Vanderpool Joyce Cutsinger

Lafayette High School - Instructional Coach Central High School - Asst. Principal SJSD - Coordinator of Health Services NWMO Area Health Ed. Ctr. Hillyard Technical Center - Nursing Instructor Missouri Western State University Hillyard Technical Center - Director North Central Missouri College North Central Missouri College

Hospitality & Tourism… Kim Schank Sharon Ritchey David Jones John Jarrett

Central High School - Guidance Counselor St. Joseph Parks & Recreation Heartland Health System LaDolce Vita

Human Services, Education & Training… Doug Flowers Debbie Sherard Carroll Kropp Tammy Talbot Shelley Nordquist George Hammer Carole Edmonds

Administration Building - HR Director Benton High School - Social Studies Teacher Family Guidance Benton High School - Business Teacher Pickett Elementary - Instructional Coach Missouri Western State University NWMSU - 200 Brown Hall

Industrial & Engineering Technology… Cindy Crouse Dennis Merritt Roberta Dias Mark Blakley Angie Dorsey Dan Nowalk Melanie Sidebotham Sally Wurtzler Matt Musselman

SJSD - Coordinator of Guidance & Counseling Hillyard Technical Center - Asst. Director Bode Middle School, Principal Benton High School, Industrial Tech Teacher Central High School - Math Teacher Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc Altec Industries Inc. River Bluff Architects Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc

Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security… Chris Connally Luke McCoy Tim Crowley Larry Andrews

St. Joseph Law Enforcement Center Benton High School - Assistant Principal NWMSU - UWC Missouri Western State University

Natural Resources, Agriculture… Jill Huntsman Kris Compton Debbie Fite Jay Meyers Roger Wolken Ed Row Lisa Adams Sara Hagen

Hillyard Technical Center - Agriculture Teacher Lafayette High School - Asst. Principal Lafayette High School - Guidance Counselor Central High School - Science Coordinator Missouri Dept. of Conservation Missouri Dept. of Conservation Missouri American Water IIALS

Special thanks also go to… Dr. Melody Smith Cheri Patterson Dr. Jaime Dial Brenda Elifrits

Superintendent of Schools Associate Superintendent, Director of C. I. & A. Assistant Director of Secondary Education Administrative Assistant of C. I. & A.

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“If you’re walking down the right path and you’re willing to keep walking, eventually you’ll make progress.” Barack Obama 7

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Graduation Requirements The Board of Education for the St. Joseph School District establishes the following graduation policy and instructs the administration to develop all necessary procedures for proper implementation. Requirements A student must meet the following requirements in order to graduate from the St. Joseph School District, unless the stated exceptions apply. The student must: 1. Complete a total of 25 credits in grades nine (9) and above, beginning with the graduating class of 2009, including credits required by the State Board of Education. A. The approved units of credit must include courses satisfactorily completed in the subject areas listed below: a. Communication Arts 4.0 units b. Social Studies 3.5 units c. Mathematics 3.0 units* d. Science 3.0 units* e. Physical Education 1.5 units f. Health .5 units g. Fine Arts 1.0 unit h. Practical Arts 1.0 units i. Personal Finance .5 unit j. Foreign Language 0.0 unit* k. Electives 7.0 units TOTAL 25.0 units *College entrance requirements vary. Some may require more units in these areas. a. Communication Arts - Four units of credit shall include written and oral expression, language structure, and literature. Instruction in basic reading skills may be counted as one-half unit in meeting the Communication Arts requirement. b. Social Studies - Three and one half units will be required and shall include one unit of U. S. citizenship, economics and geography, one unit covering the history and culture of the other nations of the world, one unit of American History, and one-half unit on the functions and structure of American government to be elected in grade eleven or twelve. Additional credits may be elected from social studies offerings. c. Mathematics - Three units of credit will be required. d. Science - Three units of credit will be required: one unit must be completed in a life science course; one unit in a course addressing the principles of chemistry and/or physics, and one unit of science taken at eleventh grade. e. Physical Education - One and one-half units are required. ROTC may be counted in lieu of physical education credit. f. Health - One-half unit will be required. The health course is to be taken in the freshman or sophomore years. Since health is included in ROTC, this requirement will be waived for those who elect to use ROTC for the physical education credit. Family Health and Nursing also may be substituted for the one-half unit of health. g. Fine Arts - One unit of credit will be required. This credit may be obtained by taking a unit course or two one-half unit courses. Music, art, or drama may be counted as fine arts. h. Practical Arts - One unit is required. Business education, industrial arts, cooperative occupation education, home economics, and vocational-technical courses may be used to meet the requirement. Any credit earned at Hillyard Technical Center shall be regarded as a unit of practical arts.

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Personal Finance - One-half unit of Personal Finance or approved substitutes is required in eleventh or twelfth grade.

2. Pass proficiency exams concerning American History, American Institutions, and the Missouri and the U. S. Constitutions. 3. Have earned credit in the St. Joseph School District educational program between the ninth and twelfth grades. 4. Complete ten (10) hours of community service. 5. The School District of St. Joseph recommends a minimum of eight (8) semesters of high school attendance to qualify for graduation, beginning with the graduating class of 1990. However, recognizing that some students, for sound educational and vocational reasons, may wish to graduate from high school in seven (7) semesters, the Board will allow early graduation if the procedures listed in Policy IKFA are followed. 6. For grade classification purposes, students must earn the following units of credit before being considered a: Sophomore 6 units Junior 12 units Senior 18 units 7. Differentiated curricular recommendations for additional units of credit will be strongly encouraged for students choosing a particular program of study. Differentiated recommendations will be developed for the work/study, vocational-technical, general, and college preparatory programs of study. Graduation requirements will be the same for the vocational-technical, general, and college preparatory programs of study, although the electives recommended will be quite different. Students in any of the latter three programs of study may choose, at any time, to move into a different program of study as long as they can complete the newly-chosen program of study. Building administrators and counselors will work with each student and parent(s) to assure that they fully comprehend the available programs of study. Program planning encompassing all four years of high school will be provided late in grade eight or early in grade nine. However, changes in the planned program could occur during each year of school. The District will participate in the College Preparatory Studies Certificate Program (see page 8) as provided by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Exceptions 1. Graduation requirements for a student with a disability receiving special education services pursuant to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) may be determined according to the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP). 2. Students transferring from another accredited Missouri school as a junior or senior who cannot reasonably complete the district's requirements may be permitted to graduate based on the successful completion of a program of studies that would have met the graduation requirements at the school formerly attended, including the requirements of (2) above. 3. The District will waive the requirement to pass proficiency exams concerning American History, American Institutions, and the Missouri and U.S. Constitutions for students who transfer from another state if they can document the successful completion of a course of instruction in the institutions, branches and functions of state government, including local governments, the U.S. government and the electoral process. Such instruction must have been completed in grades nine through twelve.

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4. Students who transfer from another state or country or an unaccredited private, public or home school and who are placed in the ninth grade will be required to meet all established graduation requirements. If such a student is placed in the tenth grade or higher, the district will work with the student and the parents/guardians to develop a program of studies that will result in graduation if successfully completed. 5. Eligible students who successfully complete the Missouri Option Program (formerly the GED Option Program) will be awarded a high school diploma. Earning Credit 1. The superintendent or designee is directed to assign credit values for courses offered by or through the school district and to develop formulas and procedures for awarding credit to transfer students who transfer from a district that uses a different standard for awarding credit. All courses that extend for the full school term will be considered to be one-unit courses. Courses that extend for one-half of the school term will be considered half-unit courses. 2. The St. Joseph School District recognizes units of credit obtained through accredited schools, including credits earned through correspondence courses or courses delivered primarily through electronic media, such as satellite video, cable video or computer-driven or online courses. For the purposes of this policy, an "accredited school" is the Missouri Virtual Instruction Program (MoVIP); a private agency where students with disabilities are placed by a public school; or any school accredited by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA), the Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) or the University of Missouri Committee on Accredited Schools Non-Public (CAS). If a school is located in another state or country, that school must be accredited by that state or country’s department of education, NCA, ISACS, or the equivalent agencies. 3. Students may earn credit by other means as approved by the Board and in accordance with law. Diplomas Students will be awarded either a diploma or certificate of attendance in accordance with this policy and as permitted by law. A student in the household of an active duty member of the military, including some veterans who are deceased or injured as defined by law, who transfers to the St. Joseph School District from another state at the beginning of or during his or her senior year who will not meet the graduation requirements of the District by the end of the senior year will receive a diploma from the sending school district if the student is able to meet the graduation requirements of the sending district. Representatives from the St. Joseph School District and the sending district will work with the student to facilitate this alternative. If the sending district refused to cooperate, the St. Joseph School District will use best efforts to allow the student to graduate by the end of the senior year. Board Policy Adopted: March 10, 2005 Board Policy Revised: Board Policy Revised: Cross Refs: Legal Refs:

April 14, 2008 March 10, 2009

JECC, Assignment of Students to Grade Levels/Classes §§ 160.2000, 161.670, 167.031, 170.011, 171.171, RSMo. 5 C.S.R. 50-500.010 5 C.S.R. 60-100.020EQUIREMENTS & GUIDELINES

Guidelines for Grade Point Average, Weighted Classes, Valedictorian and Salutatorian Universal Grading Grade % A 94-100 A93-90 B+ 87-89 B 83-86 B80-82 C+ 77-79 C 73-76 C70-72 D+ 67-69 D 63-66 D60-62 F 0-59 *D's and F's do not earn weighted credit.

GPA Points 4.00 3.75 3.25 3.00 2.75 2.25 2.00 1.75 1.25 1.00 .75 0.00

Weighted GPA Points 5.00 4.75 4.25 4.00 3.75 3.25 3.00 2.75 1.25* 1.00* .75* 0.00

1. All full-credit courses which carry one-half unit of the credit for one semester's work will count in the GPA computation. 2. A student's semester GPA will be derived by dividing total points earned in classes by the total number of full-credit courses in which the student was enrolled during the semester. 3. Total points for the semester are obtained by adding the number of base points earned by the student during the semester. 4. The universal grading scale shown above was adopted by the school board to be used for all students beginning the fall of 1997. 5. The cumulative GPA after any semester will be obtained by adding the total number of points earned in each of the previous semesters, including the semester just completed, and dividing the total number of full credit semester courses through the completing of the most recent semester. The maximum possible unweighted GPA at any time is 4.00. 6. Class rank is based on a student's weighted GPA and assigned ordinarily for example, if two students are tied for the number 1 position; the next highest GPA is given the rank of number 3.

Weighted Classes 1. Freshmen and sophomores may receive weighted credit in a maximum of 4 classes. 2. Juniors and seniors may receive weighted credit in a maximum of 5 classes. 3. Weighted offerings are limited to â&#x20AC;&#x2022;the core,â&#x20AC;&#x2013; third and fourth years of foreign language or the core electives.

Valedictorian and Salutatorian 1. 2. 3. 4.

Must have attended the school the last 4 semesters. Must have completed the maximum number of credits offered by their school each year. Must have a class rank and GPA based on a weighted scale. In case of a tie for valedictorian, the school will not name a salutatorian.

Top Ten Scholars (Ranked 1-10) Same criteria used for selection of valedictorian and salutatorian.

Participating in High School Sports & Extra-Curricular Activities In order to be eligible to participate in high school sports, students must meet the requirements set forth by the Missouri State High School Athletic Association (MSHSAA) as well as the SJSD policy. Citizenship: Students whose conduct, both in school and out of school, will not reflect discredit upon themselves or their school. Academics: Students must have earned at least a 2.0 grade point average during the preceding semester of attendance and/or a 2.0 cumulative GPA. (If you are a beginning ninth grade student, you must have been promoted at the close of the previous school year). In addition, a student must pass 7 classes each semester. Transferring Students: If you transfer schools and your parents do not move into the district of your new school, you will be ineligible for 365 days. Entering School: Students must enter school within the first 11 days of the semester to be eligible. Additional Requirements: There are additional rules regarding participation limits, age limits, playing under a false name, graduated students, non-school competition, etc. For more information contact the Activities Director at each high school.

NCAA GUIDE For The College-Bound Athlete Any student planning to play sports at a Division I or II college or university* must meet the requirements set forth by the NCAA. These requirements include specific standards being met by students on their ACT or SAT score and their GPA in core subject courses. College bound athletes need to be registered with NCAA Clearinghouse** and need to apply and/or verify eligibility on-line at www.ncaa.org. Students will need to verify a successful completion of 16 CORE courses in the following breakdown:  4 years of English  3 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher)  2 years of natural/physical science (one must be a lab science)  1 year of additional English, math or science  2 years of social studies  4 years of additional CORE courses (from any area listed above, or from foreign language) *See Athletic Director if playing at a different level. **A fee Waiver may be available. See counselor. Summer School: To enable students to maintain the proper course sequence, students can earn high school credit for courses taken during summer school; however, these courses will not count toward your GPA or class rank. Ineligible athletes can regain eligibility by taking and passing summer school classes if taken in accordance to the MSHAA Guidelines and the SJSD Board of Education policy regarding Athletic Eligibility.

High School Testing ACT & SAT: Almost every technical school, community college, college and university now requires students to have one of these test scores. There are only a few schools nationwide that do not accept the ACT. Registration packets are available in the Guidance Center or students can register on-line at http://actstudent.org/ If a student cannot afford the registration fee for the ACT, he/she may be eligible for an ACT Fee Waiver To be eligible for fee waiver, all three of the following requirements must be met: 1. Student currently attends high school in the United States, U.S. territories, Puerto Rico, or Canada, as a junior or senior. 2. Student must meet at least one indicator of economic need listed on the ACT fee waiver form. Information about these indicators and how to request fee waiver forms is mailed each fall to every high school. 3. If eligible, student may use up to two fee waivers total. The waiver has been used once you register, even if you do not test on the requested test date. Fee waivers cover only the basic registration fee for the test option selected when registering, including up to four valid college choices (listed as part of registration). Waivers do not cover the late fee, test date changes, test center changes, or any other fees. Preparation for the ACT is very important. Practice tests are included in your registration packet and online. A semester course entitled ACT Prep is available. There are also a variety of workshops and weekend courses offered. Students will be asked to include their high school code while registering. Check with the counseling center for this code and further information. EXPLORE: All students in 9th grade take this assessment to assist them with selecting their high courses, choosing a future career as well as a preparing for the ACT. PLAN TEST: The PLAN test is given to all sophomores. This test provides a range of projected ACT scores for each individual student. PSAT: The PSAT may be taken by juniors and advanced sophomores. The PSAT provides placement information and is the qualifier for the National Merit Scholarship Program. Guidance Center /Career Center: The Guidance Department offers services designed to help all students become competent in the areas set forth by the Missouri Comprehensive Guidance Program. These areas are:  Knowledge of Self and Others  Career Planning & Exploration  Educational & Vocational Development These services include: Career Exploration & Planning Resources, Career Seminars, College & Scholarship Information, College Recruiter visits, Individual & Group Counseling, Interest/Aptitude Testing, & Test Taking Strategies.

Requirements for the College Preparatory Studies Certificate The Missouri State Board of Education awards the College Preparatory Studies Certificate to Missouri students who successfully complete a rigorous academic program in high school. The certificate is awarded in addition to the regular high school diploma granted by local school districts. This certificate was designed to recognize those students who not only exceed the state’s minimum graduation requirements, but who also demonstrate a commitment to good school attendance. Because the certificate is awarded by the state, local schools may not add additional requirements for students to qualify. Awarding the College Preparatory Studies Certificate is voluntary on the part of school districts, and meeting the requirements is voluntary on the part of the students. School officials are encouraged to use the program to encourage all students to pursue excellence in their high school studies.

To be eligible for the certificate, a student must meet these requirements. Complete a rigorous personal plan of study cooperatively developed by the school, the student and the student’s parents. The personal plan of study should be developed around a career path or cluster and must include at least these units of credit. College Preparatory Studies Certificate

State Minimum Requirements

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Minimum Units Required

Subject

Earn at least a 3.0 grade point average (GPA), on a 4.0 scale, in the combined subject areas of English/language arts, mathematics, science and social studies. The school may calculate GPAs for its students at the end of the seventh or eighth semester of high school.

Score above the prior year’s national composite average mean on the American College Test (ACT) or on the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). This criterion is revised annually to reflect the latest national averages from the ACT and SAT. Check the current year’s certification forms for the required minimum scores.

Maintain a 9-12 attendance rate of at least 95 percent.

Complete a strong academic program, as specifically outlined in the section that follows. Dual-credit courses taken in high school for both high school and college credit may be counted toward satisfying the core curriculum requirements. Courses taken by middle/junior high school students may be counted as satisfying the high school core curriculum requirement if the content is equivalent to high school courses and if subsequent courses in the subject are shown on the high school transcript.  Communication Arts At least four units, one of which may be speech or debate, and two units of which must be in courses emphasizing composition or writing skills. Interpretative Notes: Courses in foreign language, school publications, yearbook, media, photography, and radio and television may not be counted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Speech and debate courses are counted for

communication-arts credit. Scholastic journalism may be counted for communication arts credit, but only if it is taught by a certificated English teacher.  Mathematics At least four units from the following: algebra I, plane geometry, algebra II, precalculus, trigonometry, analytic geometry, calculus, math analysis, and statistics. Interpretive Notes: Applied Mathematics may be counted only if the student successfully completes a standard algebra II course. Standard algebra courses that have been subdivided, e.g., algebra I is divided into algebra IA and IB, may be counted only as one course unit. Algebra I taken in the seventh or eighth grade may be counted toward meeting the requirement. 20 DESE 3341-53 1/07  Science At least three units (not including general science) selected from biology, chemistry, or physics, one of which is a laboratory course. Interpretive Notes: Examples of courses acceptable toward the three units: Botany, zoology, anatomy and physiology, biology, chemistry, and physics. Applications in Biology/Chemistry and Principles of Technology may be counted. Life science, physical science, and earth science may be counted only if it can be demonstrated that they are taught at the high school level with a rigor comparable to biology, chemistry, or physics.  Social Studies At least three units, including American history, world history, and at least one semester of government. Interpretive Notes: Examples of courses acceptable toward the three units: World history, American history, American government, civics, principles of democracy, economics, psychology, sociology, political science and geography.  Fine Arts At least one unit of fine arts courses including the visual arts, music, dance and theatre. Interpretive Notes: Examples of courses acceptable toward the one unit: Art I, II, III, and IV, sculpture, design, drawing, painting, theatre, oral interpretation, dance, dramatics, band and any other instrumental music, chorus, and any other vocal music courses, and art, music or theatre appreciation courses.  Specified Core Electives At least three core electives from foreign language (two units of one foreign language are strongly recommended) and/or combinations from two or more of the following course areas: English, mathematics, social studies, science, and fine arts. Interpretive Notes: A computer-science course with a prerequisite of at least algebra I is permissible as a mathematics elective. State and/or international history courses are permissible as social studies electives. 21 DESE 3341-53 1/07  General Electives At least four units sufficient to meet state and local graduation requirements, including physical education, health and personal finance. The courses should be selected and planned by the school, the student, and the student’s parents to develop the student’s aptitude and skills. Advanced career and technical courses that have been selected to support and strengthen the student’s personal plan of study may be used to fulfill this general elective requirement. Each year, the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education provides forms to all high school principals so they can certify the number of prospective graduates who have qualified for the College Preparatory Studies Certificate. The Department of Education provides the appropriate number of certificates at no cost to each school or school district.

For more information, contact Assistant Commissioner, Division of School Improvement Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, Missouri 65102-0480 Phone (573) 751-4234 Fax (573) 751-9434

Show-Me Scholars Course of Study English……………………………………………. 4.0 (English I, English II, English III, English IV) Mathematics……………………………….…..…. 3.0 (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II) Science……………………………………..…….. 3.0 (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) Social Studies……………………………….……. 3.5 (Chosen from U.S. and World History, Geography, Economics and Government) *Economics/Finance (.5) is required to graduate high school in Missouri

Languages other than English…………………… 2.0 (Two credits of the same language) ______ 15.5 **

Additional Expectations  Complete 20 hours of community service  Earn at least a “C” in all Show-Me Scholars classes  Finish all the state’s requirements for a high school diploma  Maintain attendance requirements identified by their local districts  Stay out of trouble. (Students who violate the Missouri Safe Schools Act cannot participate in the program.)

**Each school district may specify additional credit/requirements.

How to find out more about your career interest using the Missouri Economic Research and Information Center 1. Go to http://missourieconomy.org/ and click on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Occupational Projectionsâ&#x20AC;?

2. Click on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Click here to Explore Careersâ&#x20AC;?

3. From here, you can select several different filtering tools to find information you need.

4. For example, you can select the region in Missouri you want to have your career:

5. Then you can select an occupation in which you are interested. This can be done by entering the occupation name in the box or by scrolling through choices. For this example, we picked to search for “Microbiologists” in “Northwest Missouri” and then clicked on the “Search” button:

6. Depending on the occupation and the location of the jobs you are seeking, there might be only one item as in this search or multiple pages of items to look through. You can also find out definitions for the table by clicking on the provided link. The circled items are the recommended Work Keys scores a student should have to succeed in this occupation. Note you can also change the filters for your search and filter by educational attainment (any level, Bachelor’s, Master’s, Associate’s, Vocational Training) or by Work Keys scores.

Filter by WorkKeys Scores Filter by Educational Attainment.

Click here to view a list of definitions for the table. 7. Note there is more information available on the Microbiologist by clicking on the link provided, including the following:

8. Further investigation on this page will give you a plethora of information. For example, when you click on “Training Available,” you should see these items:

If you click on each of these titles, you will find Universities and other sites that provide training and education in the chosen field.

Health Services Arts & Communications

Business Management & Technology

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Industrial & Engineering Technology

Human Services

Natural Resources Agriculture

Arts, A/V Technology and Communications

Business, Management and Administration

Audio and Video Technology and Film Printing Technology Visual Arts Performing Arts Journalism and Broadcasting Telecommunications

Management Business Financial Management and Accounting Human Resources Business Analysis Marketing and Communications Administrative and Information Support

Finance Financial and Investment Planning Business Financial Management Banking and Related Services Insurance Services

Arts & Communications

Information Technology

Creative Path

Network Systems Information Support and Services Interactive Media Programming and Software Development

Marketing, Sales and Service Management and Entrepreneurship Professional Sales and Marketing Buying and Merchandising Marketing Communications and Promotion Marketing Information Management and Research Distribution and Logistics E-Marketing

Business Management & Technology Business Path

Natural Resources Agriculture Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Agribusiness Systems Animal Systems Environmental Service Systems Food Products and Processing Systems Natural Resources Power, Structural and Technical Systems Plant Systems

Nature Path

Health Science Biotechnology Research and Development Therapeutic Services Diagnostic Services Health Informatics Support Services

Architecture and Construction Design and Pre-Construction Construction Maintenance and Operations

Manufacturing

Health Services Health Path

Production Maintenance, Installation and Repair Quality Assurance Logistics and Inventory Control Manufacturing Production Process Development Health, Safety and Environmental Assurance

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Engineering and Technology Science and Math

Transportation, Distribution and Logistics

Industrial & Engineering Technology Building & Fixing Path

Transportation Operations Logistics, Planning and Management Services Warehousing and Distribution Center Operations Facility and Mobile Equipment Maintenance Transportation Systems and Infrastructure Planning, Management and Regulation Health, Safety and Environmental Management Sales and Services

Human Services

Human Services Helping Path

Early Childhood Development and Services Counseling and Mental Health Services Family and Community Services Personal Care Services Consumer Services

Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security Education and Training Administration & Administrative Support Professional Support Services Teaching and Training

Hospitality and Tourism Restaurant and Food and Beverage Services Recreation, Amusement and Attractions Travel and Tourism Lodging

Correction Services Emergency and Fire Management Services Security and Protective Services Law Enforcement Services Legal Services

Government and Public Administration Governance, Planning, Public Management and Administration Foreign Service and National Security Revenue and Taxation Regulation

Arts, A/V Technology and Communications Audio and Video Technology and Film Printing Technology Visual Arts Performing Arts Journalism and Broadcasting Telecommunications

Arts & Communications Creative Path

SJSD GRADE

SECONDARY EDUCATION LEVELS

Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications: Audio and Video Technology and Film Career Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty English/ Language Arts

Math

Science

Social Studies/ Sciences Geography/Classical Medieval

Other Required Courses

PE or ROTC

Theatre Arts I Foundations in Art Stagecraft

PE or ROTC/Health

Advanced Theatre Arts Stagecraft Computer Graphics I

Language Arts 9 or Algebra I, Honors Honors Language Algebra 1 or Honors 9 Arts 9 Geometry

Biology or Honors Biology

Language Arts 10 or Geometry, Honors Honors Language Geometry, or Honors Algebra II 10 Arts 10

Principles of Chemistry World History or AP & Physics or Honors European History Principles of Chemistry & Physics

Language Arts 11 or AP Language Arts 11 or TAG Lit and 11 Humanities 11

Algebra II, Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit Pre-Calculus

Environmental Science, American History or AP Personal Finance Advanced Chemistry, American History Advanced Physics, or Zoology, Microbiology, or Genetics, Botany

Language Arts 12 or AP Language Arts 12 or DC English I04 or TAG Lit and 12 Humanities 12

Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit Pre-Calculus, DC/AP Calculus, AP Statistics

American Government, Honors Government, or AP Government

Recommended Electives

Honors Theatre Arts Stagecraft Computer Graphics 2 Photography AV Editing

Occupations Relating to This Pathway ►Audio Systems Technician ►Audio-Video Designer and . Engineer ►Audio-Video System Service . Technician ►Technical Computer Support . Technician: Film, Video, and . DVD ►Videographer: Special Effects . and Animation ►Video Systems Technician

Honors Theatre Arts Stagecraft Advanced Computer Graphics Video Technology Creative Writing Drama and Film AV Editing Cadet Training

SJSD GRADE

EDUCATION LEVELS

Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications: Printing Technology Career Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty

English/ Language Arts

Math

Biology or Honors Biology

Language Arts 10 or Geometry, Honors Honors Language Geometry, or Honors Arts 10 Algebra II

Principles of Chemistry World History or AP & Physics or Honors European History Principles of Chemistry & Physics

SECONDARY

Language Arts 11 or AP Language Arts 11 or TAG Lit and Humanities 11

Language Arts 12 or AP Language Arts 12 or DC English I04 or 12 TAG Lit and Humanities 12

Social Studies/ Sciences

Language Arts 9 or Algebra I, Honors Honors Language Algebra 1 or Honors Arts 9 Geometry

Science

Geography/Classical Medieval

Other Required Courses

Recommended Electives

PE or ROTC

Foreign Language 1 Journalism 1 Foundations in Art

PE or ROTC/Health

Introduction to Printing Technology Foreign Language 2 Computer Graphics 1 Journalism 2 Photography 1 Print Making 1

Algebra II, Finite/Stat, Environmental Science, American History or AP Personal Finance Trigonometry, College Advanced Chemistry, American History Algebra, Dual Credit Pre- Advanced Physics, or Calculus Zoology, Microbiology, or Genetics, Botany

Web Design Computer Graphics 2 Journalism 3 Introduction to Business Photography 2 Advanced Computer Graphics Print Making 2

Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus, DC/AP Calculus, AP Statistics

Marketing Digital Communication Media Literacy (To Be Adopted) Cadet Training

American Government, Honors Government, or AP Government

Occupations Relating to This Pathway ►Computer Typography and . Composition Operator ►Desktop Publishing Specialist ►Graphics Equipment Operator ►Lithographer ►Paper Salesperson ►Plate Maker ►Pre-Production Technician ►Printing Equipment Operator ►Production Coordinator ►Production Manager ►Web Page Designer

GRADE

EDUCATION LEVELS

Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications: Visual Arts Career Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty

English/ Language Arts Language Arts 9 or Honors Language Arts 9

Math

Science

Algebra I, Honors Biology or Honors Algebra 1 or Honors Biology Geometry

Social Studies/ Sciences Geography/Classical Medieval

SECONDARY

Language Arts 10 or Geometry, Honors Principles of World History or AP Honors Language Geometry, or Honors Chemistry & Physics European History Arts 10 Algebra II or Honors Principles of Chemistry & 10 Physics

Language Arts 11 or AP Language Arts 11 or TAG Lit and Humanities 11

Algebra II, Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus

Environmental American History or AP Science, Advanced American History Chemistry, Advanced Physics, or Zoology, Microbiology, or Genetics, Botany

Language Arts 12 or AP Language Arts 12 or DC English I04 or TAG Lit and Humanities 12

Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus, DC/AP Calculus, AP Statistics

American Government, Honors Government, or AP Government

Other Required Courses

SJSD Recommended Electives

PE or ROTC

Foundations in Art Foreign Language 1 Industrial Technology

PE or ROTC/Health

Foreign Language 2 Visual Arts Media Specific Classes Computer Graphics 1 Home and Interior Design Industrial Technology Sculpture

Personal Finance

Visual Arts Media Specific Classes Computer Graphics 2 Home and Interior Design Industrial Technology Sculpture Introduction To Business Audio Video Editing Web Design Visual Arts Media Specific Classes Marketing Media Literacy AP Studio Art Advanced Computer Graphics Drafting Audio Video Editing Cadet Training

Occupations Relating to This Pathway ►Art Director ►Artist ►Commercial Artist ►Commercial Photographer: Digital, Still, Video, Film ►Commercial/Residential and . Home Furnishing Coordinator ►Computer Animator ►Curator and Gallery Manager ►Fashion Designer ►Fashion Illustrator ►Graphic Designer ►Illustrator ►Interior Designer ►Textile Designer

GRADE

EDUCATION LEVELS

Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications: Performing Arts Career Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty

SECONDARY

English/ Language Arts

Math

Language Arts 9 or Algebra I, Honors Honors Language Algebra 1 or Honors Arts 9 Geometry

Biology or Honors Biology

Social Studies/ Sciences Geography/Classical Medieval

Other Required Courses

PE or ROTC

PE or ROTC/Health

Language Arts 11 or AP Language Arts 11 or TAG Lit and Humanities 11

Personal Finance

Algebra II, Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit Pre-Calculus

Language Arts 12 or AP Language Arts 12 or DC English I04 or 12 TAG Lit and Humanities 12

Science

Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit Pre-Calculus, DC/AP Calculus, AP Statistics

Environmental American History or AP Science, Advanced American History Chemistry, Advanced Physics, or Zoology, Microbiology, or Genetics, Botany

American Government, Honors Government, or AP Government

SJSD Recommended Electives

Theatre Arts 1 Stagecraft Foreign Language 1 Vocal and Instrumental Course

Occupations Relating to This Pathway

►Actor ►Composer ►Conductor ►Costume Designer ►Dancer Advance Theatre ►Director and Coach Stagecraft ►Film/Video Editor Foreign Language 2 ►Lighting Designer Completive Drama and Debate ►Makeup Artist Vocal and Instrumental Course ►Music Instructor Drawing 1 ►Musician Fashion and Fabric ►Performer Literature Courses (To Be Approved) ►Performing Arts Educator Video Speech Production ►Playwright ►Production Manager: Digital, Honors Theatre Video and Stage Stagecraft ►Scenic Designer Completive Drama and Debate ►Scenic Painter Vocal and Instrumental Course ►Sound Designer

CW Drama and Film Literature Courses (To Be Approved) Interior Design AV Editing Honors Theatre Stagecraft Vocal and Instrumental Course AP Music Theory Marketing Cadet Training

SJSD GRADE

EDUCATION LEVELS

Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications: Journalism and Broadcasting Career Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty

English/ Language Arts

Math

Language Arts 9 or Algebra I, Honors Honors Language Algebra 1 or Honors Arts 9 Geometry

SECONDARY

Language Arts 10 or Geometry, Honors Honors Language Geometry, or Honors Arts 10 Algebra II 10

Science

Biology or Honors Biology

Social Studies/ Sciences Geography/Classical Medieval

Principles of Chemistry World History or AP & Physics or Honors European History Principles of Chemistry & Physics

Language Arts 11 or AP Language Arts 11 or TAG Lit and Humanities 11

Algebra II, Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit Pre-Calculus

Environmental Science, American History or AP Advanced Chemistry, American History Advanced Physics, or Zoology, Microbiology, or Genetics, Botany

Language Arts 12 or AP Language Arts 12 or DC English I04 or 12 TAG Lit and Humanities 12

Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit Pre-Calculus, DC/AP Calculus, AP Statistics

American Government, Honors Government, or AP Government

Other Required Courses

Recommended Electives

PE or ROTC

Foreign Language 1 Journalism 1 Debate

PE or ROTC/Health

Foreign Language 2 Journalism 2 School Publications 1 Debate Web Design

Personal Finance

Journalism 3 School Publications 2 Intro to Business Video Speech Production Media Literacy Creative Writing: Prose International Relations Black History Contemporary Issues Human Relations

Occupations Relating to This Pathway ►Art Director ►Audio-Video Operator ►Broadcast Technician ►Control Room Technician ►Design Director ►Editor ►Journalist ►Light Director ►Producer ►Publisher ►Radio and Television . Announcer ►Reporter ►Researcher ►Station Manager ►Writer

Lit Mag. DC Oral Communications Film and Drama Marketing Cadet Training Psychology Psy

SECONDARY

GRADE

EDUCATION LEVELS

Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications: Telecommunications Career Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty English/ Language Arts

Math

Science

Social Studies/ Sciences Other Required Courses

Language Arts 9 or Algebra I, Honors 9 Honors Language Algebra 1 or Honors Arts 9 Geometry

Biology or Honors Biology

Language Arts 10 or Geometry, Honors Honors Language Geometry, or Honors 10 Arts 10 Algebra II

Principles of Chemistry World History or AP & Physics or Honors European History Principles of Chemistry & Physics

Language Arts 11 or AP Language Arts 11 or TAG Lit and Humanities 11

Geography/Classical Medieval

Algebra II, Finite/Stat, Environmental Science, American History or AP Trigonometry, College Advanced Chemistry, American History Algebra, Dual Credit Pre- Advanced Physics, or Calculus Zoology, Microbiology, or Genetics, Botany

Language Arts 12 or AP Language Arts 12 or DC English I04 or 12 TAG Lit and Humanities 12

Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus, DC/AP Calculus, AP Statistics

American Government, Honors Government, or AP Government

PE or ROTC

PE or ROTC/Health

Personal Finance

SJSD Recommended Electives

Foreign Language 1 Web Design

Occupations Relating to This Pathway

*Customer Service Representative *Network Designer *Sales Representative Foreign Language 2 *Systems Designer Computer Application 1 *Telecommunication Computer Programmer and Introduction to Business Systems Analyst Computer Application 2 *Telecommunication Advanced Computer Applications Equipment: Cable, Line Repairer, and Installer Web Communications *Telecommunication Computer Programming Technician

Video Technology Digital Communication Hillyards Track: Electronics Tech I & II

Video Speech Production Marketing Cadet Training DC Oral Communication Hillyards Track: Computer Tech I & II

Business, Management and Administration Management Business Financial Management and Accounting Human Resources Business Analysis Marketing and Communications Administrative and Information Support Finance Financial and Investment Planning Business Financial Management Banking and Related Services Insurance Services Information Technology Network Systems Information Support and Services Interactive Media Programming and Software Development Marketing, Sales and Service Management and Entrepreneurship Professional Sales and Marketing Buying and Merchandising Marketing Communications and Promotion Marketing Information Management and Research Distribution and Logistics E-Marketing

Business Management & Technology Business Path

SJSD GRADE

EDUCATION LEVELS

Business, Management and Administration: Management Career Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty

English/ Language Arts

Math

Science

Language Arts 9 or Algebra I, Honors Biology or Honors Honors Language Algebra 1 or Honors Biology Arts 9 Geometry

Social Studies/ Sciences Geography/Classical Medieval or Honors Geography/Classical Medieval

SECONDARY

Other Required Courses PE or ROTC

PE/Health or ROTC

Recommended Electives

Computer Application Technology ►Accounting Manager ►Accounts Payable Manager Introduction to Business ►Administrative Services Manager Foreign Language Accounting I Select from the following: E Business Computer App II Computer Programming Web Design Foreign Language

Language Arts 11 or AP Language Arts 11 or TAG Lit and 11 Humanities 11

Algebra II, Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus

Environmental American History or AP Personal Finance Science, Advanced American History Theatre recommended Chemistry, Advanced for your Fine Art credit Physics, or Zoology, Microbiology, or Genetics, Botany

Marketing I Accounting I or II Business Economics Leadership

Language Arts 12 or AP Language Arts 12 or DC English I04 or TAG Lit and Humanities 12

Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus, DC/AP Calculus, AP Statistics

Advanced Chemistry, American Government, Advanced Physics, or Honors Government, or Zoology, Microbiology, AP Government or Genetics, Botany

Cadet Training/Business Internship - 2 blocks Marketing I or II International Business Select from the following: Business Law Business Econ Web Design Leadership

Occupations Relating to This Pathway

►Assistant Credit Manager ►Association Manager ►Billing Manager ►Business Development Manager ►Chief Executive ►Compensation and Benefits . Manager ►Credit and Collections Manager ►Entrepreneur ►Facilities Manager ►First Line Supervisor ►General Manager ►Government Manager ►Hospital Manager ►Human Resource Manager ►Management Analyst ►Management Trainee ►Manufacturing Manager ►Meeting and Convention Planner ►Operations Manager ►Payroll Manager ►Public Organization Manager ►Public Relations Manager ►Purchasing Manager ►Risk Manager ►Sports and Entertainment Manager

GRADE

EDUCATION LEVELS

Business, Management and Administration: Business Financial Management and Accounting Career Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty

English/ Language Arts

Math

Social Studies/ Sciences

Language Arts 9 or Algebra I, Honors Honors Language Algebra 1 or Honors Arts 9 Geometry

Biology or Honors Biology

Language Arts 10 or Geometry, Honors Honors Language Geometry, or Honors Arts 10 Algebra II

Principles of Chemistry World History or AP & Physics or European History Honors Principles of Chemistry & Physics

SECONDARY

Science

Geography/Classical Medieval or Honors Geography/Classical Medieval

Other Required Courses

PE or ROTC

PE/Health or ROTC

SJSD Recommended Electives

Computer Application Technology ►Accountant ►Accounting Clerk Introduction to Business ►Accounting Supervisor Foreign Language Accounting I Select from the following: E Business Computer App II Computer Programming Web Design Foreign Language

Language Arts 11 or AP Language Arts 11 or TAG Lit and 11 Humanities 11

Algebra II, Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit Pre-Calculus

Environmental Science, American History or AP Personal Finance Advanced Chemistry, American History Theatre recommended for Advanced Physics, or your Fine Art credit Zoology, Microbiology, or Genetics, Botany

Marketing I Accounting I or II Business Economics Leadership

Language Arts 12 or AP Language Arts 12 or DC English I04 or TAG Lit and Humanities 12

Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit Pre-Calculus, DC/AP Calculus, AP Statistics

Advanced Chemistry, American Government, Advanced Physics, or Honors Government, or Zoology, Microbiology, AP Government or Genetics, Botany

Cadet Training/Business Internship - 2 blocks Marketing I or II International Business Select from the following: Business Law Business Econ Web Design Leadership

Occupations Relating to This Pathway

►Accounts Receivable Clerk ►Adjuster ►Adjustment Clerk ►Assistant Treasurer ►Auditor ►Billing Clerk ►Billing Supervisor ►Bookkeeper ►Budget Analyst ►Budget Manager ►Cash Manager ►Certified Public Accountant ►Chief Financial Officer ►Collections Executive ►Controller ►Cost Accountant ►Finance Director ►Financial Accountant ►Investment Executive ►Merger and Acquisitions Manager ►Payroll Accounting Clerk ►Price Analyst ►Treasurer

GRADE

EDUCATION LEVELS

Business, Management and Administration: Human Resources Career Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty

English/ Language Arts Language Arts 9 or Honors Language Arts 9

Math

Science

Algebra I, Honors Biology or Honors Algebra 1 or Honors Biology Geometry

Social Studies/ Sciences Geography/Classical Medieval or Honors Geography/Classical Medieval

SECONDARY

Recommended Electives

PE or ROTC

Computer Application Technology Introduction to Business Foreign Language

PE/Health or ROTC

Accounting I Select from the following: E Business Computer App II Computer Programming Web Design Foreign Language

Language Arts 11 or AP Language Arts 11 or TAG Lit and 11 Humanities 11

Algebra II, Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus

Marketing I Accounting I or II Business Economics Leadership

Language Arts 12 or AP Language Arts 12 or DC English I04 or TAG Lit and Humanities 12

Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus, DC/AP Calculus, AP Statistics

Advanced Chemistry, American Government, Advanced Physics, or Honors Government, or Zoology, AP Government Microbiology, or Genetics, Botany

Cadet Training/Business Internship - 2 blocks Marketing I or II International Business Select from the following: Business Law Business Econ Web Design Leadership

Other Required Courses

SJSD Occupations Relating to This Pathway ►Affirmative Action Coordinator ►Compensation and Benefits . Manager/Administrator ►Conciliator/Mediator/ Arbitrator ►Corporate Trainer ►Employee Assistance Plan Manager ►Employer Relations Representative ►Employment and Placement . Manager ►Equal Employment . Opportunity Specialist ►Human Resources Consultant ►Human Resources Coordinator ►Human Resources Manager ►Industrial Relations Director ►International Human Resources . Manager ►Labor and Personnel Relations . Specialist ►Occupational Analyst ►Organizational Behaviorist ►Organizational Development . Specialist ►OSHA/ADA Compliance Officer ►Pay Equity Officer ►Payroll Professional ►Personnel Recruiter ►Training and Development Manager

SJSD GRADE

EDUCATION LEVELS

Business, Management and Administration: Business Analysis Career Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty

English/ Language Arts

Math

Science

Language Arts 9 or Algebra I, Honors Biology or Honors Honors Language Algebra 1 or Honors Biology Arts 9 Geometry

Social Studies/ Sciences Geography/Classical Medieval or Honors Geography/Classical Medieval

SECONDARY

Other Required Courses PE or ROTC

PE/Health or ROTC

Language Arts 11 or AP Language Arts 11 or TAG Lit and 11 Humanities 11

Algebra II, Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus

Language Arts 12 or AP Language Arts 12 or DC English I04 or TAG Lit and 12 Humanities 12

Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus, DC/AP Calculus, AP Statistics

Advanced Chemistry, American Government, Advanced Physics, or Honors Government, or Zoology, AP Government Microbiology, or Genetics, Botany

Recommended Electives

Occupations Relating to This Pathway

Computer Application Technology ►Budget Analyst ►Business Analyst Introduction to Business ►Business Consultant Foreign Language Accounting I Select from the following: E Business Computer App II Computer Programming Web Design Foreign Language Marketing I Accounting I or II Business Economics Leadership

►E-Commerce Analyst ►Marketing Analyst ►Operations Research Analyst ►Price Analyst ►Product Manager ►Requirements Specialist ►Systems Analyst

Cadet Training/Business Internship - 2 blocks Marketing I or II International Business Select from the following: Business Law Business Econ Web Design Leadership

SJSD GRADE

EDUCATION LEVELS

Business, Management and Administration: Marketing Career Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty

English/ Language Arts

Math

Science

Language Arts 9 or Algebra I, Honors Biology or Honors Honors Language Algebra 1 or Honors Biology Arts 9 Geometry

Social Studies/ Sciences Geography/Classical Medieval or Honors Geography/Classical Medieval

SECONDARY

Other Required Courses

Recommended Electives

PE or ROTC

Computer Application Technology Introduction to Business Foreign Language

PE/Health or ROTC

Accounting I Select from the following: E Business Computer App II Computer Programming Web Design Foreign Language

Language Arts 11 or AP Language Arts 11 or TAG Lit and 11 Humanities 11

Algebra II, Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus

Marketing I Accounting I or II Business Economics Leadership

Language Arts 12 or AP Language Arts 12 or DC English I04 or TAG Lit and 12 Humanities 12

Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus, DC/AP Calculus, AP Statistics

Advanced Chemistry, American Government, Advanced Physics, Honors Government, or or Zoology, AP Government Microbiology, or Genetics, Botany

Cadet Training/Business Internship - 2 blocks Marketing I or II International Business Select from the following: Business Law Business Econ Web Design Leadership

Occupations Relating to This Pathway ►Advertising Sales Person ►Art Director ►Broker ►Counter Person ►Customer Service Supervisor ►Distribution Worker ►E-Commerce Manager and . Entrepreneur ►International Merchandising Manager ►Logistics Manager/Supervisor ►Market Researcher ►Marketing Manager ►Product Manager ►Project Manager ►Property, Real Estate and . Association Manager ►Public Relations Specialist ►Research and Development Manager ►Sales Engineer ►Sales Manager ►Sales Person ►Sales Representative ►Small Business Owner and . Entrepreneur ►Telemarketer ►Traffic, Shipping and Receiving Clerk ►Warehouse Manager ►Wholesale and Retail Buyer

GRADE

EDUCATION LEVELS

Business, Management and Administration: Administrative and Information Support Career Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty

English/ Language Arts

Math

Science

Language Arts 9 or Algebra I, Honors Biology or Honors Honors Language Algebra 1 or Honors Biology Arts 9 Geometry

Social Studies/ Sciences Geography/Classical Medieval or Honors Geography/Classical Medieval

SECONDARY

Language Arts 10 or Geometry, Honors Principles of Chemistry World History or AP Honors Language Geometry, or Honors & Physics or Honors European History Arts 10 Algebra II Principles of Chemistry & Physics 10

Other Required Courses PE or ROTC Spanish I

PE or ROTC/Health Spanish II

Language Arts 11 or AP Language Arts 11 or TAG Lit and Humanities 11

Algebra II, Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus

Environmental Science, American History or AP Personal Finance Advanced Chemistry, American History Theatre recommended Advanced Physics, or for your Fine Art credit Zoology, Microbiology, or Genetics, Botany

Language Arts 12 or AP Language Arts 12 or DC English I04 or TAG Lit and 12 Humanities 12

Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus, DC/AP Calculus, AP Statistics

American Government, Honors Government, or AP Government

SJSD Recommended Electives

Occupations Relating to This Pathway

Computer Application Technology, ►Administrative Assistant ►Communications Equipment Introduction to Business

Accounting I Select from the following: E Business Computer App II Computer Programming Web Design Marketing I Accounting I or II Business Economics Leadership

Cadet Training/Business Internship Marketing I or II Or International Business Select from the following: Business Law Business Econ Web Design Leadership

Operator ►Computer Operator ►Court Reporter ►Customer Service Assistant ►Data Entry Specialist ►Desktop Publisher ►Dispatcher ►Executive Assistant ►Information Assistant ►Legal Secretary ►Library Assistant and Order . Processor ►Medical Front Office Assistant ►Medical Transcriptionist ►Office Manager ►Paralegal ►Receptionist ►Records Processing Assistant ►Shipping and Receiving Clerk ►Stenographer ►Typist ►Word Processor

SJSD GRADE

EDUCATION LEVELS

Finance: Financial and Investment Planning Career Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty

English/ Language Arts Language Arts 9 or Honors Language Arts 9

Math

Science

Algebra I, Honors Biology or Honors Algebra 1 or Honors Biology Geometry

Social Studies/ Sciences Geography/Classical Medieval or Honors Geography/Classical Medieval

SECONDARY

Other Required Courses PE or ROTC

PE/Health or ROTC

Recommended Electives

Occupations Relating to This Pathway

Computer Application Technology, ►Accountant ►Brokerage Clerk Introduction to Business ►Commodities Representative Foreign Language Accounting I Select from the following: E Business Computer App II Computer Programming Web Design Foreign Language

Language Arts 11 or AP Language Arts 11 or TAG Lit and Humanities 11

Algebra II, Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus

Marketing I Accounting I or II Business Economics Leadership

Language Arts 12 or AP Language Arts 12 or DC English I04 or TAG Lit and Humanities 12

Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus, DC/AP Calculus, AP Statistics

Advanced Chemistry, American Government, Advanced Physics, Honors Government, or or Zoology, AP Government Microbiology, or Genetics, Botany

Cadet Training/Business Internship Marketing I or II Or International Business Select from the following: Business Law Business Econ Web Design Leadership

►Development Officer ►Financial Analyst ►Financial Planner ►Foundation Manager ►Fund Manager ►Fund Raiser ►Investment Advisor ►Mutual Fund Manager ►Non-Profit Manager ►Personal Financial Advisor ►Planned Giving Director ►Sales Agent ►Securities Representative ►Tax Preparer

SJSD GRADE

EDUCATION LEVELS

Finance: Business Financial Management Career Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty

Language Arts 9 or Honors Language Arts 9

Math

Science

Algebra I, Honors Biology or Honors Algebra 1 or Honors Biology Geometry

Social Studies/ Sciences Geography/Classical Medieval or Honors Geography/Classical Medieval

Other Required Courses

Recommended Electives

PE or ROTC

Computer Application Technology, Introduction to Business Foreign Language

PE/Health or ROTC

Accounting I Select from the following: E Business Computer App II Computer Programming Web Design Foreign Language

Language Arts 11 or AP Language Arts 11 or TAG Lit and 11 Humanities 11

Algebra II, Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus

Environmental American History or AP Science, Advanced American History Chemistry, Advanced Physics, or Zoology, Microbiology, or Genetics, Botany

Personal Finance Theatre recommended for your Fine Art credit

Marketing I Accounting I or II Business Economics Leadership

Language Arts 12 or AP Language Arts 12 or DC English I04 or TAG Lit and 12 Humanities 12

Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus, DC/AP Calculus, AP Statistics

Advanced Chemistry, American Government, Advanced Physics, Honors Government, or or Zoology, AP Government Microbiology, or Genetics, Botany

SECONDARY

English/ Language Arts

Cadet Training/Business Internship Marketing I or II Or International Business Select from the following: Business Law Business Econ Web Design Leadership

Occupations Relating to This Pathway ►Accountant ►Auditor ►Bookkeeper ►Capital Budgeting Specialist ►Capital Expenditure Manager ►Cash Manager ►Chief Revenue Agent ►Collector ►Controller ►Cost Analyst ►Credit Analyst ►Economist ►Financial Analyst ►Financial Planner ►Foreign Exchange Manager ►Management Accountant ►Project Analyst ►Revenue Agent ►Tax Accountant ►Tax Examiner ►Tax Preparer ►Treasurer

SJSD GRADE

EDUCATION LEVELS

Finance: Banking and Related Services Career Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty

English/ Language Arts

Math

Science

Language Arts 9 or Algebra I, Honors Biology or Honors Honors Language Algebra 1 or Honors Biology Arts 9 Geometry

Social Studies/ Sciences Geography/Classical Medieval or Honors Geography/Classical Medieval

SECONDARY

Other Required Courses PE or ROTC

PE/Health or ROTC

Recommended Electives

Occupations Relating to This Pathway

Computer Application Technology ►Abstractor ►Accountant Introduction to Business ►Acquisitions Specialist Foreign Language Accounting I Select from the following: E Business Computer App II Computer Programming Web Design Foreign Language

Language Arts 11 or AP Language Arts 11 or TAG Lit and 11 Humanities 11

Algebra II, Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus

Marketing I Accounting I or II Business Economics Leadership

Language Arts 12 or AP Language Arts 12 or DC English I04 or TAG Lit and 12 Humanities 12

Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus, DC/AP Calculus, AP Statistics

Advanced Chemistry, American Government, Advanced Physics, Honors Government, or or Zoology, AP Government Microbiology, or Genetics, Botany

Cadet Training/Business Internship - 2 blocks Marketing I or II International Business Select from the following: Business Law Business Econ Web Design Leadership

►Bill and Account Collector ►Branch Manager ►Compliance Officer ►Credit Analyst ►Credit Report Provider ►Customer Service Representative ►Data Processor ►Debt Counselor ►Financial Manager ►Financial Planner ►Internal Auditor ►Loan Officer ►Loan Processor ►Mortgage Broker ►Network Services Technician ►Operations Manager ►Relationship Manager ►Repossession Agent ►Teller ►Title Researcher and Examiner ►Trust Officer

SJSD GRADE

EDUCATION LEVELS

Finance: Insurance Services Career Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty

English/ Language Arts

Math

Science

Language Arts 9 or Algebra I, Honors Biology or Honors Honors Language Algebra 1 or Honors Biology Arts 9 Geometry

Social Studies/ Sciences Geography/Classical Medieval or Honors Geography/Classical Medieval

SECONDARY

Other Required Courses PE or ROTC

PE/Health or ROTC

Language Arts 11 or AP Language Arts 11 or TAG Lit and 11 Humanities 11

Algebra II, Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus

Language Arts 12 or AP Language Arts 12 or DC English I04 or TAG Lit and 12 Humanities 12

Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus, DC/AP Calculus, AP Statistics

Advanced Chemistry, American Government, Advanced Physics, Honors Government, or or Zoology, AP Government Microbiology, or Genetics, Botany

Recommended Electives

Occupations Relating to This Pathway

Computer Application Technology, ►Actuary ►Benefits Consultant Introduction to Business ►Branch Manager Foreign Language

►Claim Adjuster ►Claims Agent Accounting I ►Claims Clerk Select from the following: ►Compliance Specialist E Business ►Customer Service Agent Computer App II ►Direct Marketing Representative Computer Programming ►Examiner Web Design ►Financial Planner Foreign Language ►Insurance Agent ►Insurance Appraiser Marketing I ►Insurance Broker Accounting I or II ►Investigator Business Economics ►Loss Control Manager Leadership ►Processing Clerk ►Producer ►Product Manager ►Sales Agent Cadet Training/Business Internship ►Special Investigator ►Underwriter Marketing I or II Or

International Business Select from the following: Business Law Business Econ Web Design Leadership

SJSD GRADE

EDUCATION LEVELS

Information and Technology: Network Systems Career Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty

English/ Language Arts

Math

Science

Language Arts 9 or Algebra I, Honors Biology or Honors Honors Language Algebra 1 or Honors Biology Arts 9 Geometry

Social Studies/ Sciences Geography/Classical Medieval or Honors Geography/Classical Medieval

SECONDARY

Other Required Courses

Recommended Electives

PE or ROTC

Computer Application Technology Introduction to Business Foreign Language

PE/Health or ROTC

Accounting I Select from the following: E Business Computer App II Computer Programming Web Design Foreign Language

Language Arts 11 or AP Language Arts 11 or TAG Lit and 11 Humanities 11

Algebra II, Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus

HTC--Computer Service Technology HTC--Computer Tech 1 Marketing I Accounting I or II Business Economics Leadership

Language Arts 12 or AP Language Arts 12 or DC English I04 or TAG Lit and 12 Humanities 12

Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus, DC/AP Calculus, AP Statistics

Advanced Chemistry, American Government, Advanced Physics, Honors Government, or or Zoology, AP Government Microbiology, or Genetics, Botany

HTC--Computer Service Technology HTC--Computer Tech II HTC--Computer Technology Marketing I or II International Business Business Law Business Econ Web Design Leadership

Occupations Relating to This Pathway ►Communications Analyst ►Data Communications Analyst ►Information Systems Administrator ►Information Systems Operator ►Information Technology Engineer ►Network Administrator ►Network Architect ►Network Engineer ►Network Manager ►Network Operations Analyst ►Network Security Analyst ►Network Specialist ►Network Technician ►Network Transport Administrator ►PC Support Specialist ►Systems Administrator ►Systems Engineer ►Systems Support Leader ►Technical Support Specialist ►Telecommunications Network . Technician ►User Support Specialist

SJSD GRADE

EDUCATION LEVELS

Information and Technology: Information Support and Services Career Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty

English/ Language Arts

Math

Science

Language Arts 9 or Algebra I, Honors Biology or Honors Honors Language Algebra 1 or Honors Biology Arts 9 Geometry

Social Studies/ Sciences Geography/Classical Medieval or Honors Geography/Classical Medieval

SECONDARY

Language Arts 10 or Geometry, Honors Principles of World History or AP Honors Language Geometry, or Honors Chemistry & Physics European History Arts 10 Algebra II or Honors 10 Principles of Chemistry & Physics

Other Required Courses PE or ROTC

PE/Health or ROTC

Language Arts 11 or AP Language Arts 11 or TAG Lit and 11 Humanities 11

Algebra II, Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus

Language Arts 12 or AP Language Arts 12 or DC English I04 or TAG Lit and Humanities 12

Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit PreCalculus, DC/AP Calculus, AP Statistics

Advanced Chemistry, American Government, Advanced Physics, Honors Government, or or Zoology, AP Government Microbiology, or Genetics, Botany

Recommended Electives

Occupations Relating to This Pathway

►Account Manager ►Applications Integrator ►Call Center Support Representative ►Customer Service Representative ►Data Systems Designer Accounting I ►Database Administrator E Business ►Database Analyst Computer App II ►E-Business Specialist Computer Programming ►Help Desk Specialist Web Design ►Information Systems Architect Foreign Language ►Instructional Designer ►Maintenance Technician HTC--Computer Service Technology ►PC Support Specialist HTC--Computer Tech 1 ►PC Systems Coordinator Marketing I ►Product Support Engineer Accounting I or II ►Support Engineer Business Economics ►Systems Analyst Leadership ►Technical Communicator ►Testing Engineer

Computer Application Technology Introduction to Business Foreign Language

HTC--Computer Service Technology HTC--Computer Tech II HTC--Computer Technology Marketing I or II International Business Business Law Business Econ Web Design Leadership

SJSD GRADE

EDUCATION LEVELS

Information and Technology: Interactive Media Career Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty

English/ Language Arts

Math

SECONDARY

Social Studies/ Sciences

Language Arts 9 or Algebra I, Honors Honors Language Algebra 1 or Honors Arts 9 Geometry

Biology or Honors Biology

Language Arts 10 or Geometry, Honors Honors Language Geometry, or Honors Arts 10 Algebra II

Principles of Chemistry World History or AP & Physics or Honors European History Principles of Chemistry & Physics

Science

Geography/Classical Medieval or Honors Geography/Classical Medieval

Other Required Courses PE or ROTC

PE/Health or ROTC

Recommended Electives

Occupations Relating to This Pathway

Computer Application Technology ►Animator ►Digital Media Designer Introduction to Business ►Instructional Technologist Foreign Language Audio Video Editing Accounting I E Business Computer App II Computer Programming Web Design Foreign Language

Language Arts 11 or AP Language Arts 11 or TAG Lit and 11 Humanities 11

Algebra II, Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit Pre-Calculus

Marketing I Accounting I or II Business Economics Leadership

Language Arts 12 or AP Language Arts 12 or DC English I04 or TAG Lit and 12 Humanities 12

Finite/Stat, Trigonometry, College Algebra, Dual Credit Pre-Calculus, DC/AP Calculus, AP Statistics

Advanced Chemistry, American Government, Advanced Physics, or Honors Government, or Zoology, Microbiology, AP Government or Genetics, Botany

Cadet Training/Business Internship Computer Technology Marketing I or II International Business Business Law Business Econ Web Design Leadership

►Media Specialist ►Multimedia Author ►Multimedia Developer ►Multimedia Specialist ►Producer ►Production Assistant ►Streaming Media Specialist ►Virtual Reality Specialist ►Web Administrator ►Web Architect/Designer ►Web Designer ►Web Developer ►Web Producer ►Webmaster

SJSD GRADE

EDUCATION LEVELS

Information and Technology: Programming and Software Development Career Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty