2018-2019 College and Career Planning Guide
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The Abilene ISD College and Career Planning Guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract. The District makes every effort to ensure that this catalog contains complete and accurate information at the time of publication. However, circumstances may arise that require the District to change or correct existing policies, rules, or course and program information. The version of the 2018‐2019 AISD College and Career Planning Guide posted to the District’s website will always reflect changes communicated in all errata. Please click here to view the summary of all corrections issued. Errata 1 – May 23, 2018 2 ABILENE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 2018-2019 BOARD OF TRUSTEES Dr. Danny Wheat President Randy Piersall Vice-President Cindy Earles Secretary Daryl Zeller Asst. Secretary Samuel Garcia Member Billy Enriquez Member Angie Wiley Member CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION Dr. David Young Superintendent Gail Gregg Deputy Superintendent Dr. Abigayle Barton Associate Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Gustavo Villanueva Executive Director of Secondary Education CAMPUS ADMINISTRATORS AND COUNSELORS ABILENE HIGH SCHOOL COOPER HIGH SCHOOL 2800 North 6th 3639 Sayles Abilene, Texas 79603 Abilene, Texas 79605 (325) 677-1731 (325) 691-1000 Michael Garcia Principal Dr. Karen Munoz Principal Patricia Anderson Associate Principal Lyndsey Williamson Associate Principal Cecilia Castillo Counselor Tim Danley Counselor Jeri Spiker Counselor Sandra Harbour Counselor Kren Willis Counselor Ginger Held Counselor Brittany Lewis Career Counselor Jennifer Seekins Career Counselor Rick McClure Special Ed Counselor Jamie Dikes Special Ed Counselor Hannah Holmes College Advisor LaQuiera Gantt College Advisor WOODSON CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, MATH & SCIENCE (ATEMS) 342 Cockerell 650 E. Highway 80 Abilene, Texas 79601 Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 671-4736 (325) 794-4140 Jaime Tindall Principal Dr. Ketta Garduno Principal Courtney Saunders Counselor Kathryn Gonzales Career Counselor HOLLAND MEDICAL HIGH SCHOOL 2442 Cedar Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 794-4120 Amelia Siburt Director 3 Abilene Independent School District GOALS Abilene ISD will develop a strong literacy and numeracy foundation for every student. Abilene ISD will advance character development by nurturing habits of mind and ethical, principle-based leadership. Abilene ISD will prepare all students for success in college and the workforce. Abilene ISD will fully integrate student-led technology and develop innovative learning environments and facilities for the purpose of high student engagement, safety and academic success. Abilene ISD will secure high quality, effective staff who embrace diversity, are reflective of and responsive to the district’s student body, utilize best practices and understand the importance of student engagement, rigorous and relevant learning environments and the significance of connecting with students to foster a desire to learn. It is the policy of the Abilene Independent School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, or disability in its educational and career and technical education programs, services, activities or employment practices as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. Admission to these programs is based on grade placement, aptitude and interest. 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information ...................................................................................................................... 6 Credit by Examination ................................................................................................................... 8 Determining Grade Point Average ........................................................................................ …. 9 Graduation Plan and Requirements ...................................................................................... …. 10 Approved Advanced Courses for Foundation High School Program ...................................... 12 Approved Advanced CTE Courses for Foundation High School Program ............................... 13 Early College Opportunities for Students ..................................................................................... 15 Advanced Placement/Honors Program ............................................................................................................... 15 Dual Credit .................................................................................................................................................................. 16 Articulated Credit – Advanced Technical Credit ........................................................................... 17 What Counts in College Admissions ............................................................................................ 18 Academy of Technology, Engineering, Math and Science (ATEMS) ................................. …. 19 Holland Medical Early College High School ......................................................................... …. 21 Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Endorsement ........................................ 23 Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Career Cluster ............................................................... 28 Business and Industry Endorsement ............................................................................................. 31 Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster .................................................................................. 48 Architecture and Construction Career Cluster .................................................................................. 50 Arts, A/V Technology and Communications Career Cluster ............................................................... 52 Business Management and Administration Career Cluster ................................................................................ 54 Finance Career Cluster ................................................................................................................... 56 Hospitality and Tourism Career Cluster ................................................................................................................... 58 Information Technology Career Cluster ................................................................................................................. 60 Manufacturing Career Cluster ......................................................................................................... 63 Marketing Career Cluster .......................................................................................................................................... 65 Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Career Cluster ......................................................................................... 67 Public Service Endorsement ......................................................................................................... 69 Education and Training Career Cluster .................................................................................................................. 79 Government and Public Administration Career Cluster ..................................................................... 81 Health Science Career Cluster ........................................................................................................ 84 Human Services Career Cluster ....................................................................................................... 87 Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security Career Cluster ............................................................................ 90 Arts and Humanities Endorsement ............................................................................................... 93 Multidisciplinary Studies Endorsement ........................................................................................ 97 Generic Multi-Year Planning Form ............................................................................................... 100 Core Academic Course Descriptions .......................................................................................... 101 English Language Arts and Reading ................................................................................................ 103 Fine Arts ......................................................................................................................................... 107 Health ........................................................................................................................................... 111 Languages Other Than English ........................................................................................................ 112 Mathematics ............................................................................................................................................................... 114 Physical Education ......................................................................................................................... 116 Science ......................................................................................................................................... 117 Social Studies ............................................................................................................................................................... 120