Big Sky Pathways: Winter Update Kali Wicks, Pathways Manager January 15, 2014 Red Lion

Big Sky Pathways What is a Big Sky Pathway? 2 A Big Sky Pathway is a “Perkins Program of Study” A Program of Study is the plan to get students from high school entry to success in careers and postsecondary education. A Program of Study typically includes both academic and CTE/Degree Major Courses A Program of Study must lead to something…a credential, certificate, license, degree, etc. A Program of Study is a required part of a Local Perkins Plan.

Big Sky Pathways How Can Participation in a Big Sky Pathway Help Your Students? 3 A Big Sky Pathway: Incorporates and aligns secondary and postsecondary education Includes academic and CTE content in a coordinated, non- duplicative progression of courses May include the opportunity for secondary students to acquire post- secondary credits or work-based learning experiences Dual Enrollment Articulation Internships Leads to an industry-recognized credential, certificate, or degree

UPDATES: BIG SKY PATHWAYS Montana’s Big Sky Pathway Implementation Guide (Living Document) Big Sky Pathway Submission Process Re-convened State CTE Advisory Board Updated Dual Enrollment Guidelines (March 2013) High School For College Credit Guidelines (March 2013) Big Sky Pathways Strategic Plan: 1-3 Year Goals MCIS – Updates & Tools for Big Sky Pathways Website Updates

Questions? Kali Wicks, Pathways Manager Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education BIG SKY PATHWAYS © 2011 NASDCTEc. The CTE logo, its state-specific brand extensions and “Learning that works for America” are trademarks of NASDCTEc and cannot be used without permission.