Independent School District CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS OF STUDY HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION Requirements

22 Credits 4 Credits 26 Credits

Foundation Distinguished level Graduation Plan +=Endorsement of achievement Algebra II Required for AdvAnced Math credit

Endorsements HISD students must earn one or more endorsements as part of their graduation requirements. Endorsements consist of a related series of courses that are grouped together by content or skill set. Th ey 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 sequence of courses required for the endorsement, including four credits of math and science, and two additional elective credits. It is possible for students to earn more than one endorsement.

Students can choose from 5 endorsement areas

Arts and Business and Multi-Disciplinary Public S.T.E.M. Humanities Industry Services

American Sign Agriculture, Food Dual Credit Education & Advanced Language & Natural Courses Training Mathematics Resources English Language Architecture & Four credits in each Government & Advanced Sciences Arts Construction area: Math, Science, Public Arts, Audio/Video Social Studies, and Administration Computer Science Fine Arts: Technology & English Communication Art Health Science CTE- STEM Dance Business Four Advanced Courses Music Management Placement (AP) Human Services Th eater English Electives: Courses Broadcast Journalism JROTC ( Junior Languages Other Newspaper Th an English Public Speaking Four International Reserve Offi cers Debate Baccalaureate (IB) Training Corps) Social Studies Finance Courses Law, Public Safety, Hospitality & Corrections & Tourism Security Information Technology Manufacturing Marketing Transportation Distribution & Logistics

HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS OF STUDY

Th ere are 16 CTE programs of study in HISD that meet high school graduation endorsement requirements. Each of these programs of study has a career pathway that provides coherent, articulated sequences of rigorous CTE courses. Dual credit CTE courses can lead to associate degrees, baccalaureate degrees, and beyond. End of program industry-recognized certifi cates and/or licensures are available for most programs of study. Th e CTE programs of study and career pathways are identifi ed below.

2 Agriculture, Food & 11 Human Services Natural Resources Cosmetology Animal Science Horticulture and Resource Management 12 Information Technology Agricultural Mechanics Computer Networking Computer Programming 3 Architecture & Construction Digital Media and Web Technologies Building Maintenance Geographic Information Systems Construction Technology Telecommunications and Networking HVAC Plumbing 13 Law, Public Safety, Structural Design and Engineering Corrections & Security Electrical Technology Court Systems Firefi ghter/EMT 4 Arts, A/V Technology & Forensic Science Communications Law Enforcement and Corrections Audio/Video Production Graphic Design and Production 14 Manufacturing Printing and Imaging Engineering Precision Metal Manufacturing 5 Business Management Welding & Administration Business Management 15 Marketing, Sales Human Resources & Services Retail Management 6 Education & Training Services 16 Science, Technology, Education and Training Engineering & Math Engineering 7 Finance Robotics Banking and Securities Accounting 17 Transportation, Distribution & Logistics 8 Government & Automotive and Diesel Technology Public Administration Logistics and Global Supply Political Science Maritime Studies Aviation Technology 9 Health Science Biomedical 18 Futures Academy Health Science Associate Degree

10 Hospitality & Tourism 19 Linked Learning Culinary Arts Real-World Application Hotel and Restaurant Management

HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org 1 AGRICULTURE, FOOD & NATURAL RESOURCES Business and Industry Endorsement

Do you enjoy gardening? Do you like working with your hands or being outdoors? Do you care for animals? Plants, farms, and animals are the main focus of agriculture, but the opportunities are huge! Th e Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources program of study is committed to preparing students for careers and life skills through education and training in agricultural commodities and natural resources. Agribusiness, Veterinary Sciences, and Agricultural Mechanics are available programs on campuses and can get you out of the classroom and enjoying the outdoors.

High Schools Offering Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources pathways • Austin High School • 5,* ,5&. ,(.#0 5"))& • Bellaire High School R55Lamar High School • Booker T. Washington High School • Madison High School • Chavez High School • • 5/,,5#!"5"))& • Worthing High School

Fastest-Growing Career Opportunities High-Paying Careers • Veterinary Technicians Veterinarian • Agricultural Inspectors $80,000 • Forest and Conservation Workers

Certifications and Licensures Agricultural Engineer • Certifi ed Veterinary Assistant (CVA Level 1) $70,000 • Floral Design–Level 1 Certifi cation Agricultural and Food Scientist $60,000

Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary fi gures printed here are averages from . 1 -' sources approved by the U.S.ɄDepartment of Labor. 2 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENDORSEMENT

Construction is one of the fastest growing fi elds in Houston. From contractor, foreman, and industrial engineer to carpenter and electrician, career opportunities are endless in architecture and construction. Th e Architecture and Construction program of study focuses on careers in designing, planning, managing, building, and maintaining the built environment. Discover what is needed to enter the workforce through hands-on activities in safety, tool usage, building materials, codes, framing, and more. HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical Technology, Green Technology, Architectural Design, Facilities Operations, and Structural Engineering are some of the Architecture and Construction programs available on select HISD campuses.

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Fastest-Growing Career Opportunities High-Paying Careers • Construction Managers Construction • Civil Engineers Manager • Heating and Cooling Technicians $90,000

Certifications and Licensures Civil Engineer $80,000 •5@)(-.,/.#)(5 "()&)!3 • @ • NCCER@&/'#(! Architect • /.)5 ,.# # 5--)#. $70,000 •  ,.# # 5  5--)#. 5BC 555 555 Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary fi gures printed here ɄɄɄɄɄare averages from . 1 -'Ʉsources approved by the U.S.ɄDepartment of Labor. HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org 3 ARTS, A/V TECHNOLOGY & COMMUNICATIONS BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENDORSEMENT

Lights, Camera, Action! Th e Arts, A/V Technology and Communications program of study combines creativity and technology to prepare students for one of today’s leading industries with a focus on careers in designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishing multi-media content and entertainment services. Commercial Photography, Audio/Visual Production, Printing and Imaging Technology, Environmental Communications, and Graphic Design and Production are all programs available at select HISD schools.

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Certifications and Licensures Producer and • Adobe Certifi ed Associate Director (ACA)–Video Communication $70,000 • Adobe Certifi ed Associate (ACA)–Visual Communication Media Equipment • Apple Final Cut Pro Worker $60,000

Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary fi gures printed here are averages from . 1 -' sources approved by the U.S.ɄDepartment of Labor. 4 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENDORSEMENT

Let’s get down to business! Th e Business Management and Administration program of study encompasses planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating business functions essential to effi cient and productive business operations. Business management and administrative career opportunities are available in every sector of the economy. From small business owners to global corporate executives, there is a need for employees with strong fi nancial, organizational, time management, and communication skills. Global Business, Human Resources, and Business Management are among the programs off ered on select HISD campuses.

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Fastest-Growing Career Opportunities • Human Resource Specialists Chief Executive • Sales Agents and Managers $170,000 • Market Research Analysts

Certifications and Licensures Sales Manager $75,000 • Microsoft Offi ce Certifi ed Master • A*S*K Business Fundamentals •  7/-#( -- HR Manager • & -5), $70,000 5555 55

Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary fi gures printed here ɄɄɄɄɄare averages from . 1 -' sources approved by the U.S.ɄDepartment of Labor. HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org 5 EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES PUBLIC SERVICES ENDORSEMENT

Do you enjoy teaching others? Do you have patience? Do you want to help people? Educators are charged with improving the future for people of all ages. Th e Education and Training pathway focuses on providing education and training services for people who want to change our society for the better and make a diff erence in the lives of others.

High School Offering Education & Training Services pathway • Austin High School

Fastest-Growing Career Opportunities

• Teacher Principal • Coaches and Recreation Instructors $100,000 • Social Worker

Certifications and Licensures School Counselor • Early Childhood Education Assessment $60,000 and Certifi cation • Pre-Professional Certifi cation in Education Fundamentals Teacher $50,000

Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary fi gures printed here are averages from . 1 -' sources approved by the U.S.ɄDepartment of Labor. 6 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org FINANCE BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENDORSEMENT

Money makes the world go round! Businesses need employees who can lead team projects, crunch numbers to keep costs down, and examine fi nancial records. Th e Finance program of study encompasses services for fi nancial and investment planning, banking, insurance and business fi nancial management. Do you want to master fi nancial, organizational, and communication skills? Accounting, Financial Planning, and Banking and Securities are all programs available at select HISD campuses.

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Fastest-Growing Career Opportunities • Accountants and Financial Analysts Controller • Loan Clerks and Bank Offi cers $110,000 • Financial Advisors

Certifications and Licensures Actuary $80,000 • QuickBooks Certifi ed User • A*S*K Finance Auditor $60,000

Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary fi gures printed here ɄɄɄɄɄare averages from . 1 -' sources approved by the U.S.ɄDepartment of Labor. HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org 7 GOVERNMENT AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION PUBLIC SERVICES ENDORSEMENT

Hello, future POTUS (presidents of the U.S.)! Are you intrigued with American politics, international relation, or political theory? Do you want to fi nd out what makes our government run successfully? Are you interested in running for offi ce? Th e Government and Public Administration program of study will prepare you with the information you need to be informed about the U.S. political system and relations between the and foreign countries. Be prepared to research political ideas and analyze governments, policies, and political trends, as well as collect and analyze data from public-opinion surveys and election results. Th e future of America is in your hands.

High Schools Offering GOVERNMENT AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION pathways • High School for Law and Justice

Fastest-Growing Career Opportunities • Foreign Service Offi cer U.S. Congress • Political Science Teacher Member • Paralegal $170,000

Political Scientist $80,000

Urban Planner $60,000

Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary fi gures printed here are averages from . 1 -' sources approved by the U.S.ɄDepartment of Labor. 8 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org HEALTH SCIENCE PUBLIC SERVICES ENDORSEMENT

Are you interested in how the body moves? Do you want to save lives and make a diff erence? Do you love a challenge? Th e Health Science programs of study focus on careers in health services. Some of the fastest-growing and highest-paying careers are in the health science fi eld. If you want to help others and love science, a health science pathway could be for you. HISD programs include Biomedical Technology, Health Science, Pharmacy Technology, Dental Assistant, Nursing, Health Infomatics, and Radiology and Imaging.

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Fastest-Growing Career Opportunities • Dental Assistant Surgeon • Biomedical Technician $190,000 • Registered Nurse

Certifications and Licensures Anesthesiologist $187,000 • Certifi ed Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) • Phlebotomy Technician Certifi cation (CPT) • Certifi ed Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) Pharmacist • Pharmacy Technician Trainee $120,000 • Nursing Assisting Assessment (CNA) • National Entry Level Dental Assistant (NELDA)

Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary fi gures printed here ɄɄɄɄɄɄare averages from . 1 -' sources approved by the U.S.ɄDepartment of Labor.. HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org 9 HOSPITALITY & TOURISM BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENDORSEMENT

Houston hosted 13 million visitors last year! From restaurants to hotel chains, the hospitality and tourism industry off ers engaging, people-oriented careers. Th e Hospitality and Tourism program of study encompasses the management, marketing, and operations of restaurants and other food services, lodging, attractions, recreation events, and travel-related services. Culinary Arts and Hotel and Restaurant Management are programs available on select HISD campuses.

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Fastest-Growing Career Opportunities • Hotel Manager Hotel Executive • Chef and Head Cook $112,000 • Food and Beverage Service Worker

Certifications and Licensures Executive Chef $40,000 • ServSafe Food Handlers • ProStart National Certifi cate of Achievement–Culinary Arts Event Planner • ProStart National Certifi cate of $40,000 Achievement–Hotel and Restaurant Management

Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary fi gures printed here are averages from . 1 -' sources approved by the U.S.ɄDepartment of Labor. 10 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org HUMAN SERVICES PUBLIC SERVICES ENDORSEMENT

If you enjoy lending a helping hand and caring for others, the human services sector is for you! Th e Human Services program of study focuses on preparing individuals for employment in careers that improve the quality of human lives. In the cosmetology pathway, students will become experts in haircutting and styling, hair color treatments, perm wraps, facials and massage, and nail applications.

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Fastest-Growing Career Opportunities • Massage Th erapist Esthetician • Spa Manager $26,000

Certifications and Licensures Cosmetologist • Texas Cosmetology Operator License $25,000

Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary fi gures printed here ɄɄɄɄɄare averages from . 1 -' sources approved by the U.S.ɄDepartment of Labor. HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org 11 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENDORSEMENT

Computers are essential to the way we live and do business. Th e Information Technology pathway will prepare you to work in the high-tech and high-paying IT jobs of tomorrow. Th e IT program of study will prepare you to explore issues in computing, solve high-tech problems, learn programming languages, design and test software systems, and more. HISD programs include Computer Networking, Computer Programming, Digital Media and Web Technologies, and Geographic Information Systems. High Schools Offering Information Technology pathways • Austin High School R5)/-.)(5  • ",*-.)1(5 (. ,(.#)(& • Bellaire High School R5 ',5#!"5"))&5 • )/."5,&35)&& ! • Booker T. Washington HS • #-)(5#!"5"))& • &.,#*5#!"5"))& • -.1))5 '3 • #% 35 &(5#!"5"))& •  -./,35#!"5"))& •  #!".-5#!"5"))& • #&35#!"5"))& •  -.-# 5#!"5"))& • #!"5"))&5 ),5 15(5 /-.# • ),."5), -.5#!"5"))& • #-)'5#!"5"))& R5#!"5"))&5 ),5." • ),."-# 5#!"5"))&5555555555555R5" .& 35#!"5"))& , ),'#(!5(5#-/&5,.-5 • ,),)/!"5/./, -5 '355R5),."#(!5#!"5"))& Fastest-Growing Career Opportunities • Computer Programmers • Computer Engineers Chief Information • Database Administrators Offi cer $130,000 Certifications and Licensures Software •   575&#(!5 (-.&&.#)( Developer R5CompTIA–Strata, A+, Network+, Security+ $100,000 • Adobe Certifi ed Associate–Web Authoring, Interactive Media Network • CIW–Web Design Specialist, Web Security Administrator Associate, Internet Business Associate, $80,000 • STARS Certifi cation • SPACE Certifi cation • ESRI Technical Certifi cation–Desktop • 5),652 &65)1 ,)#(.65 -- 12 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, CORRECTIONS & SECURITY PUBLIC SERVICES ENDORSEMENT

Order in the court! If you can stay calm in diffi cult situations, have an interest in protecting people, and can think on your feet, you may have a future in the Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security industry. Th is program of study focuses on careers in planning, managing, and providing legal, public safety, protective services, and homeland security. HISD programs include Court Systems, Firefi ghter/EMT, Law Enforcement and Corrections, and National Security.

High Schools Offering Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security pathways • 5"0 45#!"5"))&555555555555555555555555555555555555R5&.,#*5#!"5"))& R55#!"5"))&5 ),5 15(5 /-.# •  -./,35#!"5"))& • 5),."5), -.5#!"5"))& • #-)'5#!"5"))& • 5. ,&#(!5#!"5"))& 555 Fastest-Growing Career Opportunities • Emergency Medical Technician • Police Offi cer Lawyer • Paralegal $120,000

Certifications and Licensures Forensic Science • Criminal Justice/CSI Technician • Basic Telecommunicator $45,000 • Teen Forensics • Municipal Jailer Fire Fighter • Texas Commission on Fire Protection $46,000 (TCFP) Certifi cation • State Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certifi cation

Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary fi gures printed here ɄɄɄɄɄɄare averages from . 1 -' sources approved by the U.S.ɄDepartment of Labor. HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org 13 MANUFACTURING BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENDORSEMENT

Manufacturing industries create new products from raw materials or other components. Th ese jobs may be in a factory, plant or mill—anywhere new products are created. Twelve million Americans have careers in manufacturing! Th e Manufacturing program of study focuses on planning and managing the processing of materials into intermediate or fi nal products. Machining, Welding, Engineering, and Precision Metal Manufacturing are all programs available on select HISD campuses.

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Fastest-Growing Career Opportunities • Welder Manufacturing • Machinist Engineer • Technician $100,000

Certifications and Licensures Underwater Welder • Autodesk Certifi ed User $90,000 • Certifi ed SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) • NCCER–Welding Machinery 5R55 ,.# #.#)( Mechanic 555 $50,000

Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary fi gures printed here are averages from . 1 -' sources approved by the U.S.ɄDepartment of Labor. 14 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org MARKETING, SALES & SERVICES BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENDORSEMENT

Do you have a way with words, images, people, and strategy? Are you plugged into pop culture? If so, you could enjoy a successful and stimulating career in marketing. Businesses of all types and sizes, including not-for-profi t organizations, use marketing in their local, regional, national, and global operations to direct the fl ow of products to attract potential customers. Th e Marketing program of study focuses on how the marketing process determines and satisfi es the needs and wants of people. Retail Management and Marketing are programs available at select HISD campuses.

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Fastest-Growing Career Opportunities • Sales Agents and Managers Marketing Director • Merchandiser $130,000 • Retail salespeople

Certifications and Licensures Advertising Director • A*S*K–Marketing Fundamentals $90,000 • A*S*K–Entrepreneurship • National Retail Federation (NRF) Sales Manager Customer Service and Sales $110,000

Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary fi gures printed here ɄɄɄɄɄare averages from . 1 -' sources approved by the U.S.ɄDepartment of Labor. HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org 15 SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH STEM ENDORSEMENT

Do you like to solve interesting and challenging problems? Do you like to be creative and work on projects that make a diff erence? Do you want to improve the future? If so, a STEM career may be right for you. Th e Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics program of study focuses on providing scientifi c research and professional services. Careers in STEM link scientifi c discoveries to the needs of society and consumers. HISD programs include Engineering, Robotics, Electronics, Petroleum Engineering, Renewable Energy, Natural Resource Science, and Marine Engineering Technology. High Schools Offering Science, Technology, Engineering & Math pathways • Austin High School • ',5#!"5"))& • "0 4 High School • #-)(5#!"5"))& • ))% ,585-"#(!.)(5#!"5"))& • #&35#!"5"))& • -.1))5 '3 • )/."5,&35)&& ! 5#!"5"))& • ( ,!35 (-.#./. 5#!"5"))& • &.,#*5#!"5"))& • /,,5#!"5"))& •  -./,35#!"5"))& •  #!".-5#!"5"))& •  -.-# 5#!"5"))& • )/-.)(5  R5)/(!5)' (]-5)&& ! 5, *5 '355 • -"' , 5#!"5"))& 5555 5555 Fastest-Growing Career Opportunities • Geological Technician Aerospace Engineer • Geoscientist $110,000 • Engineer Certifications and Licensures Petroleum Engineer • Certifi ed Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) $140,000 • Autodesk Certifi ed User • Certifi ed SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) Nuclear Engineer $90,000

Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary fi gures printed here are averages from . 1 -' sources approved by the U.S.ɄDepartment of Labor. 16 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENDORSEMENT

Would you like to fl y planes, drive trucks, or pilot ships? Are you organized and effi cient? Do you have quick refl exes? Are you good at solving problems? If so, you may enjoy a career in transportation, distribution, and logistics. Th e Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics program of study focuses on careers in the movement of people, materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail, and water. HISD programs include Automotive and Diesel Technology, Logistics and Global Supply, Maritime Studies, Aviation Technology, Heavy Equipment Repair, Piloting and Deck Operations, and Maritime Systems Engineering.

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Fastest-Growing Career Opportunities • Merchant Mariner Mechanical • Auto/Diesel Technician Engineer • Airline Pilot $90,000

Certifications and Licensures Logistics Coordinator • ASE–Brakes, Electronic/Electrical Systems, $85,000 Heating and A/C, Engine Repair •   Transportation •  55555 Analyst R  5 $70,000

Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary fi gures printed here ɄɄɄɄɄare averages from . 1 -' sources approved by the U.S.ɄDepartment of Labor. HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org 17 FUTURES ACADEMY TODAY’S FUTURE. TOMORROW’S WORKFORCE

Are you going to high school? Are you going to college? Why not complete them at the same time!? Th e Futures Academy Program gives students the opportunity to earn an associate degree and valuable industry certifi cations in high-demand career fi elds while in high school – FOR FREE! Th e Futures Academy collaborates with Houston Community College to provide students courses of study that off er valuable technological and academic skills.

High Schools Offering Futures Academies • • Sterling High School • Jones Futures Academy • Washington High School • • Westside High School • Long Futures Academy 5555 • Scarborough High School

Program Benefits • Earn an associate degree by August after senior year – FREE • Earn valuable industry certifi cations • Earn 60+ college credit hours • Preparation for high-demand career fi elds • Preparation to continue on to a four-year college or university • Access to industry mentors, fi eld experiences, and internships

Academy Program Options • Allied Health • Pharmacy Technology • Construction Technology • Associate in Science in • Health Sciences Engineering Science (ASES) • Logistics & Global Supply • #!#.&5)''/(#.#)(- • Network & Computer Administration 55 • 5Engineering

18 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org LINKED LEARNING RELEVANT EDUCATION. REAL-WORLD APPLICATION

Linked Learning is an approach to education that transforms the traditional high school experience by bringing together strong academics, a demanding technical education, and real-world experience to help students gain an advantage in high school, postsecondary education, and careers. Students can choose among industry-themed pathways in fi elds such as engineering, arts and media, biomedicine and health. Core Components of Linked Learning • An Academic Core: College preparatory English, math, science and history. • Real–World Technical Skills: Courses to help students gain career-based knowledge and skills. • Work–Based Learning: Mentoring and job shadowing opportunities that evolve into internships/virtual apprenticeships. • Personalized Support: Counseling and supplemental instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics.

Research shows Linked Learning Students • Have higher persistence and graduation rates than their peers • Learn more quickly and retain information better through real-world concepts • Earn more high school credits than their peers • Often earn higher wages after high school • Are more likely to enroll in post-secondary education than their peers

HISD Campuses Using the Linked Learning Approach • Chavez High School • #!"5"))&5 ),5 15 55 • • Austin High School 555(5 /-.# 55 • Sterling High School • Bellaire High School R5 )(!5/./, -5 '3 • Waltrip High School • -.1))5 '3 • )(!5#-)'5#!"5"))& • Washington High School • /,,5#!"5"))& • #-)(5#!"5"))& • Westbury High School •  #!".-5#!"5"))& • #&35#!"5"))& • Westside High School • )( -5/./, -5 '3 • ),."-# High School • Wheatley High School • -"' , 5#!"5"))& • ),."5), -.5High School • Worthing High School • ',5#!"5"))&5 • Scarborough High School • Yates High School

HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org 19 Career and Technical Education PROGRAMS OF STUDY

Agricultural Programs Business Operations, Management, 1. Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources and Hospitality Programs 8, Business Management and Administration Architecture, Construction, Manufacturing, 9. Marketing and Transportation Programs 10, Finance 2. Architecture and Construction 11. Hospitality and Tourism 3. Manufacturing 4. Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics Human and Social Services Programs 12. Education and Training Science, TecTechnology,hnhnoology, Engineering, 13. Government and Public Administration & MathematicsMathematics Programs 14. Human ServiceServicess 5. STEMSTEM 15. Law, Public SafetSafety,y, Corrections, and SecuritySecurity Communication and Information Health Science Programs Technologies Programs 16. Health ScienceScience 6. Arts, Audio/Video Technology,Technology, andand Communications 7. InInformationformation TechnologyTechnology

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200 HISD Career anandd TecTechnicalhnical EEducationducation | www.HISDCareerReadiness.orgwww.HISDCareerReadiness.org High-Skill, High-Growth Jobs in the Gulf Coast Region 2010-2020 ANNUAL AVERAGE MEDIAN HOURLY Occupation Growth JOB OPENINGS Education WAGE Teacher 46.7% 7,365 Bachelor’s $26 Registered Nurse 38.20% 2,470 Associate $34.43 Occupational Therapist 37.60% 105 Master’s $36.28 Petroleum Technician 34.20% 160 Associate $22.79 Paralegal 32.8% 220 Associate $23.86 Software Developer 31% 340 Bachelor’s $42.93 Pharmacist 27.90% 275 Doctorate $53.15 Welder 26.70% 830 HS Diploma $17.93 Dentist 26.50% 645 Doctorate $71.78 Machinist 25.30% 520 HS Diploma $18.95 Accountant 24.20% 1,155 Bachelor’s $31.18 Engineer 23% 2,245 Bachelor’s $54.64 Pipefitter 21% 520 HS Diploma $23.60 Electrician 19.70% 655 HS Diploma $21.43

Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary fi gures printed here are averages fromɄ. 1 -' sources approved by the U.S.Department of Labor. HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org 21 Leader

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Critical Thinker

AT HISD, OUR GOAL IS FOR EVERY STUDENT TO GRADUATE READY FOR THE WORLD

Leader College-Ready Learner Skilled Communicator Works collaboratively and leads *ÀœwVˆi˜Ìˆ˜Ì iVœÀi`ˆÃVˆ«ˆ˜iÃ>à Reads, writes, speaks, and listens by example. Embraces new ideas evidenced by successful performance effectively — adapts to diverse and technologies, and motivates on state and national assessments. audiences and settings. others to be open to change. Works hard and persists to achieve academic and career goals. Responsible Decision Maker Adaptable & Productive Sets goals, develops action plans, Industrious member of a global society. Critical Thinker and works hard. When faced with i“œ˜ÃÌÀ>ÌiÃyi݈LˆˆÌÞ `i˜ÌˆwiÃ>˜``ˆÃÃiVÌÈÃÃÕiÃ] challenges and obstacles, is able and cross-cultural skills when seeks multiple opinions, and critically to persist to achieve goals. vՏwˆ˜}«iÀܘ>]«ÀœviÃȜ˜>] evaluates various solutions. Understands and community experiences. when additional information is needed and effectively uses technology to research.

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22 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org PLAN YOUR PATH Paths and Endorsements Off ered at HISD High Schools

S.T.E.M. Business and Arts and Public Multi- (Science, Technology, Industry Humanities Services Disciplinary Engineering, and Mathematics) Career & technical & technical Career education Science Computer Mathematics Science Interdisciplinary & technical Career education Arts Language English Electives Apps Technology Option Local Studies Social Single Language Foreign Double Language Foreign Language Sign American Fine Arts arts Language English & technical Career education JROTC Coursework Advanced HISD 4x4 Credit AP/IB/Dual

Austin OOOO OO O OOOOO Barbara Jordan O O O OO OO Bellaire O OOOOO OOOO O O OOO Carnegie Vanguard OOO O OOO OO OOO Challenge Early College OOO OO O OOO Chavez O OOOOO OO OOOOOOO (Davis) Northside OO O OO O O OOO DeBakey Health Professions OO O OO O OOO East Early College OO O O OO Eastwood O OOOOO OOOO OO OOO Energy O OOO OO OOO Furr O OOOO OOO OO O OOO Harper O OO Houston Academy for international studies O OOOOOOO OOO (early college) High School for Law and Justice OOOOOOO OOOOO High School for Performing and Visual Arts OO OO OO OO OOO Jones Futures Academy OO OOO O OO Kashmere O OOOO O O OOO Lamar OOOOOOO OOOO O O OOO( (Lee) Wisdom OOOOO O OOOOOOOO Liberty OOOOO OOOO OO Long Futures Academy OO O O OO Madison OOOO OO OOOOOOO Mickey Leland College PreP OO OO OOO Middle College-Fraga OO Middle College-Gulfton O Milby O OOOO OOOOO OOOOO Mount Carmel Academy OO OOOOO North Forest OOOO OOOOOOOO North Houston Early College OO OOOO OO OOO REACH O OOO O (Reagan) Heights O OOOOO OOO O OOOOO Sam Houston O OOOOO OOO OOOOOOO Scarborough OOOO OO O O OOO Sharpstown OO OO OO O OO OO Sharpstown International OO OOOOO O OOO South Early College OO OO OOO Sterling OO O OOOOOOO Texas Connections Academy OOO OOO O OOO Waltrip OOOOOOO OOO OOOOOOO Washington OOOO O O OO Westbury O OOOOO OOO OOOOOOO Westside OOOO OOOOO O OOOOO Wheatley OOOO O OO Worthing OO O OOOOO Yates OOOO OOOO O Young Women’s College PreP OOOOO O O

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Revised Summer 2016