Endorsement Guide Overview

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1 Endorsement Guide Overview This Endorsement Guide is designed to provide you with information about the new Texas Foundation Endorsement Graduation Plan. The purpose of the State s change to the new graduation plan is to provide students greater flexibility and choice in the selection of courses that will best prepare them for their individual postsecondary goals. Employers and leaders in the Texas workforce have encouraged career oriented training and certification at the high school level to help meet their growing demands. Starting in the spring of 2014, all 8 th graders will be required to choose one of five endorsements as outlined in the new graduation plan. The five endorsement areas are: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM); Business and Industry; Public Services; Arts and Humanities; and Multidisciplinary Studies. The earned Endorsement will be reflected on the student s official transcript at the completion of their high school career. How are the Endorsements organized? As you use this guide, you will see recommended s (or coherent sequences of courses) organized by career clusters within each of the Endorsements. A career cluster is a grouping of occupations and broad industries based on commonalities. These career clusters are part of the Achieve Texas College and Career Initiative that is designed to help students (and their parents) make informed education decisions. It is based on the idea that the education of the 21st century should combine rigorous academics with relevant career education. When schools integrate academic and technical education, students can see the "relevance" of what they are learning. The s allow students to study a particular field in depth and help to facilitate a seamless transition from secondary to postsecondary opportunities. Required Parent Conference: Please join your 8th grade student and a PISD school counselor to discuss high school course selection and your child s individual Endorsement Graduation Plan as it relates to his/her unique interests and future career goals. This meeting benefits your child s school success and also satisfies state law, which requires an individual meeting with each parent about the new Endorsement Graduation Plan. Here are some tips to help you prepare for the conference: Use Endorsement Guide to help your student select an Endorsement and Log on to Bridges.com to assist your student with their four year plan and course selection, here s the basic log in information: Portfolio name: pisd###### (Student ID) Password: Student Birthdate (ex ) Attend scheduled appointment with your student and PISD counselor Your involvement in the process of helping your student prepare for high school is critical. We hope this Endorsement Guide will be a valuable resource in this exciting journey!

2 Pflugerville Independent School District House Bill 5 Graduation Plans *The Graduation Plans below reflect current State Board of Education guidance and has not been approved by the PISD Board of Trustees. Distinguished Level of Achievement Graduation Plan 26 credits Student must fulfill the Graduation requirements of at least 1 of the 5 Endorsements below and successfully complete Algebra II. 4 English ELA I, II, III & one advanced English Foundation + Endorsement Graduation Plan 26 credits STEM Business & Industry Public Service Arts& Humanities 4 English ELA I, II, III & one advanced English 4 English ELA I, II, III & one advanced English 4 English ELA I, II, III & one advanced English Multidisciplinary Studies 4 English ELA I, II, III & one advanced English 4 Math -Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II & one advanced math 4 Math -Algebra I, Geometry & two advanced math 4 Math -Algebra I, Geometry & two advanced math 4 Math -Algebra I, Geometry & two advanced math 4 Math -Algebra I, Geometry & two advanced math 4 Science -Biology, Chemistry,Physics & one advanced science 4 Science -Biology, IPC or Chemistry or Physics & two advanced science 4 Science -Biology, IPC or Chemistry or Physics & two advanced science 4 Science -Biology, IPC or Chemistry or Physics & two advanced science 4 Science -Biology, IPC or Chemistry or Physics & two advanced science 3 Social Studies -World Geography or World History, US History, Government (.5) & Economics (.5) 3 Social Studies -World Geography or World History, US History, Government (.5) & Economics (.5) 3 Social Studies -World Geography or World History, US History, Government (.5) & Economics (.5) 4Social Studies -World Geography,World History, US History, Government (.5) & Economics (.5) 3 Social Studies -World Geography or World History, US History, Government (.5) & Economics (.5) 2 LOTEor Computer Programming 2 LOTEor Computer Programming 2 LOTE or Computer Programming 2 LOTE or Computer Programming 2 LOTE or Computer Programming 1 Physical Education 1 Physical Education 1 Physical Education 1 Physical Education 1 Physical Education 1 Fine Arts 1 Fine Arts 1 Fine Arts 1 Fine Arts 1 Fine Arts.5 Health.5 Health.5 Health.5 Health.5 Health 4 Electives in STEM 4 Electives in Business & Industry 4 Electives in Public Service 4 Electives in Arts & Humanities 4 Electives in Multidisciplinary 2.5 Additional Electives 2.5 Additional Electives 2.5 Additional Electives 2.5 Additional Electives 2.5 Additional Electives Foundation Graduation Plan 22 credits* 4 English ELA I -III& one advanced 2 LOTEor Computer Programming 3 Science - Biology, IPC or Chem./Physics & one advanced 1 Physical Education 3 Math -Algebra I, Geometry & one advanced 1 FineArts 3 Social Studies -World Geography or World History.5 Health US History, Government (.5)& Economics (.5), 4.5 Electives *Student can only declare Foundation Plan after sophomore year. State Assessment(s) Required for Graduation Performance Acknowledgements English I English II Algebra I Biology US History Outstanding performance: Dual credit coursework; Bilingualism, AP, PSAT, SATand ACT Certification: Nationally or internationally recognized business or industry certification or license

3 To earn a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Endorsement, the student must select and complete one of the following s (in addition to the other graduation requirements): Engineering & Technology (Project Lead The Way) 9th Introduction to Engineering Design 10th Principles of Engineering 11th Digital Electronics 12th Civil Engineering & Architecture Engineering & Technology 9th Principles of Information Technology 10th Engineering Design & Presentation 11th Concepts of Engineering & Technology 12th Robotics & Automation Engineering & Technology 9th Principles of Manufacturing 10th Engineering Design & Presentation 11th Concepts of Engineering & Technology 12th Robotics & Automation Programming & Software Development 9th Computer Programming 10th Computer Science II 11th AP Computer Science 12th Independent Study in Technology 9th 10th 11th 12th Math & Science (Mathematics) 5 Mathematics credits total: 3 credits in Mathematics by successfully completing Algebra II and 2 additional Mathematics course for which Algebra II is a prerequisite CHS/HHS CHS PHS/HHS Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) Endorsement

4 9th 10th 11th 12th STEM Careers at aglance High School Diploma: Climate Change Analyst, Electromechanical Engineering Technologist, or Radio Frequency Identification Devise Specialist. Certificate: Robotics Technician Math & Science (Science) 6 Science credits total: 4 credits in Science by successfully completing Chemistry and Physics and 2 additional Science courses Associates Degree: City Planning Aide, Nuclear Monitoring Technician, Geospatial Information Scientist and Technologist, or Environmental Science Technician. Bachelor s Degree: Engineer (mechanical, petroleum, biomedical, chemical, electrical, energy, industrial, Nano systems, nuclear, or robotics), Forensic Science Technician, Marine/Naval Architect, or Meteorologist. Master s Degree: Natural Science Manager, Archeologist, Geoscientist, Hydrologist or Mathematician. Doctoral Degree: Medical Scientist, Biochemist/Biophysicist or Microbiologist. Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) Endorsement

5 To earn a Business & Industry Endorsement, the student must select and complete one of the following s (in addition to the other graduation requirements): Plant Systems 9th Principles of Agriculture 10th Horticulture Science 11th Landscape Design 12th Practicum in Floral Design Power, Structure & Technical Systems 9th Principles of Agriculture 10th Agricultural Mechanics 11th Agricultural Facilities Design 12th Agricultural Power ( ) Animal Systems 9th Principles of Agriculture 10th Large Animal or Wildlife Fisheries & Ecology 11th Small Animal 12th Veterinary Medical Application Design/Preconstruction 9th Principles of Human Services 10th Interior Design 11th Advanced Interior Design 12th Architectural Design HHS HHS PHS/HHS Business & Industry Endorsement Construction 9th Principles of Information Technology 10th Geometry in Construction 11th Construction Management 12th Building Maintenance ( )

6 Visual Arts 9th Principles of Human Services 10th Fashion Design 11th Advanced Fashion Design 12th Career Preparation I Audio & Video Technology 9th Audio/Video Production 10th Advanced Audio/Video Production 11th Audio/Video Practicum 12th Audio/Video Practicum II Audio & Video Technology (Game Design) 9th Art of Video Game 10th Video Game Design 11th Computer Programming 12th Practicum in Video Game Design Printing Technology (Graphic Design) Business Information Management/Principles of 9th Information Technology 10th Digital Interactive Media 11th Graphic Design & Illustration 12th Advanced Graphic Design & Illustration Printing Technology (Yearbook) 9th Journalism 10th Yearbook I 11th Yearbook II 12th Yearbook III CHS HHS Business & Industry Endorsement Legal Services (Under Law, Public Safety Cluster) 9th Professional Communications/Public Speaking I 10th Public Speaking II 11th Public Speaking III 12th Independent Study in Speech Legal Services (Under Law, Public Safety Cluster) 9th Professional Communications/Debate I 10th Debate II 11th Debate III 12th Independent Study in Speech

7 Legal Services (Under Law, Public Safety Cluster) 9th Professional Communications/Oral Interpretation 10th Oral Interpretation II 11th Oral Interpretation III 12th Independent Study in Speech Journalism & Broadcasting 9th Journalism 10th Newspaper I or Photo Journalism 11th Newspaper II 12th Newspaper III Administrative Services Principles of Business/Money Matters or 9th Business Information Management 10th Business Management 11th Business Law and/or Career Preparation I 12th Global Business and/or Career Preparation II General Management Principles of Business/Money Matters or 9th Business Information Management 10th Business Management 11th Business Law 12th Human Resource Management CHS/HHS PHS Business & Industry Endorsement Finance 9th Principles of Business/Money Matters 10th Banking & Financial Systems 11th Accounting I 12th Accounting II

8 Restaurants & Food/Beverage Services 9th Principles of Hospitality & Tourism 10th Lifetime Nutrition & Wellness 11th Hospitality Services or Culinary Arts 12th Culinary Arts I or Practicum in Culinary Arts CHS Lodging 9th Principles of Human Services 10th Lifetime Nutrition & Wellness 11th Hospitality Services 12th Career Preparation I & II Web & Digital Communication Principles of Information Technology or 9th Business Information Management I 10th Digital & Interactive Media 11th Web Technologies Research in Information Technology Solutions 12th or Business Information Management II Information Support 9th Principles of Information Technology 10th Computer Maintance 11th Computer Technician 12th Telecommunications & Networking PHS/HHS HHS Business & Industry Endorsement Marketing Communications 9th Principles of Business/Money Matters 10th Business Information Management I 11th Retailing & E-tailing/Entrepreneurship 12th Web Technologies CHS/PHS

9 Sales & Services 9th Small Engine Technology 10th Energy, Power & Transportation 11th Automotive Technology 12th Advanced Automotive Technology Business and Industry Careers at a Glance High School Diploma: Agricultural Equipment Operator, Earth Driller, Power Plant Operator, Customer Service Representative, General Office Clerk, Bank Teller, Credit Checker, or Industrial Machinery Mechanic. Certificate:Baker, Electrician, Plumber, Chef, Travel Agent, Real Estate Agent, Umpire/Referee, Air Traffic Controller, Aircraft Mechanic, Farm/Ranch Manager or Forest/Conservation Technician. PHS Associates Degree: Construction Supervisor, Civil Drafter, Legal Secretary, Fashion Designer, Interior Designer, Director/Mortician, Avionics Technician, Electromechanical Technician, or Heavy Equipment Mechanic. Business & Industry Endorsement Bachelor s Degree: Architect, Surveyor, Editor, Newscaster, Accountant, Budget Analyst, Human Resource, Commercial Pilot, Statistician, Loan Officer, Economist, Advertising Manager or Marketing Manager. Master s Degree: Animal Scientist, Zoologist/Wildlife Biologist, Librarian or Regulatory Affairs Manager. Doctoral Degree: Business Professor

10 To earn a Public Service Endorsement, the student must select and complete one of the following s (in addition to the other graduation requirements): Teaching/Training 9th Principles of Education & Training 10th Child Development 11th Ready, Set, Teach I 12th Ready, Set, Teach II 9th JROTC I 10th JROTC II 11th JROTC III 12th JROTC IV JROTC Support Services 9th Principles of Health Science 10th Health Science Technology I 11th Medical Terminology/Pathophysiology HHS Public Service Endorsement 12th Practicum in Health Science or World Health

11 Family & Community Services 9th Principles of Human Services 10th Child Development 11th Lifetime Nutrition & Wellness 12th Career Preparation I CHS/HHS Early Childhood Development 9th Principles of Human Services 10th Child Development 11th Lifetime Nutrition & Wellness 12th Dollars & Sense/Interpersonal Studies Public Service Careers at a Glance PHS High School Diploma: Teacher Assistant, License Clerk, Municipal Clerk, Nanny, or Animal Control Worker. Certificate:Fitness Trainer & Aerobics Instructor, Pre-school teacher, Hairdresser/Cosmetologist, Social Work Technician, Personal & Home Care Aide, Court Reporter, Fire Fighter or Private Investigator. Associates Degree: Environmental Compliance Inspector, Police Detective, or Legal Technician/Paralegal. Bachelor s Degree: K-12/Adult Education Teacher, Social/Community Services Manager, Childcare Center Administrator, Farm & Advisor, Public Health Educator, Chief Executive, Parole & Probation Officer or Judge/Magistrate. Public Service Endorsement Master s Degree: College/University Administrator, Principal, Urban & Regional Planner, Sociologist, or Mental Health Counselor. Doctoral Degree: Clinical Psychologist, Counseling Psychologist or Educational Psychologist.

12 To earn a Arts & Humanities Endorsement, the student must select and complete one of the following s (in addition to the other graduation requirements): Visual Arts 9th Art I 10th Art II/Draw/Paint/Ceramic 11th Art III/Draw/Paint/Ceramic 12th AP Art IV Performing Arts 9th Band/Choir/Orchestra I 10th Band/Choir/Orchestra II 11th Band/Choir/Orchestra III 12th Band/Choir/Orchestra IV Performing Arts 9th Theatre I/Tech I/Musical I 10th Theatre II/Tech II/Musical II 11th Theatre III/Tech III/Musical III 12th Theatre IV/Tech IV/Musical IV Performing Arts 9th Dance I/Drill Team I 10th Dance II/Drill Team II 11th Dance III/Drill Team III 12th Dance IV/Drill Team IV Arts & Humanities Endorsement 9th 10th 11th 12th AP Social Studies 2 Social Studies credits in addition to Foundation requirements

13 Language Other Than English (LOTE) 9th LOTE I 10th LOTE II 11th Pre AP LOTE III 12th AP LOTE IV Fine Arts & Humanities Careers High School Diploma: Actor, Choreographer, Film/Movie Director, Dancer or Musician. Certificate: TV/Camera Operator or Prepress Technician. Associates Degree:Broadcast Technician, Sound Engineering Technician, Photography, Desktop Publisher or Library Technician. Bachelor s Degree: Radio/TV Announcer, Graphic Designer, Music Director, Multimedia Artist/Animator, Commercial and Industrial Designer, FBI Agent or Technical Writer. Master s Degree:Curator, Museum Technician and Conservator, Archivist, International Relation Specialist or College/University Faculty Member. Arts & Humanities Endorsement Doctoral Degree: Professor, Lawyer or Anthropologist.

14 To earn a Multidisciplinary Studies Endorsement, the student must select and complete one of the following s (in addition to the other graduation requirements): Professional Support Services 9th AVID I 10th AVID II 11th AVID III 12th AVID IV 9th 10th 11th 12th 9th 10th 11th 12th Foundation Program Subjects Student must complete 4 x 4 to include: English IV, Algebra II, Chemistry or Physics Four Advanced Placement Courses Student must complete 4 AP and/or Dual Credit courses in the following areas: English, Math, Science, Social Studies, LOTE or Fine Arts Multidisiplinary Studies Endorsement