1. College & Career Planning
Let’s Tackle this Together

2. WHY?
Every Middle School Student will create a Personal Graduation Plan before leaving Middle School for High School!
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3. Personal Graduation Plan
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4. KISD 4 YEAR CAREER PLAN
Shannon - Should be able to right click and open hyperlink. Ask them to take out of folder, briefly scan & note that I will refer to from time to time as I go through the ppt.

5. Foundation HSP & Endorsements
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Foundation HSP – The core of the Texas high school diploma that allows students to pursue their interests.
Five Endorsements – options that allow students to focus on a related series of courses.

6. Foundation High School Plan with Endorsement 26 credits
4 English
4 Mathematics
4 Science
3 Social Studies
2 Languages other than English
1 PE
1 Fine Arts
7 Electives with at least 4 in the endorsement area
***Pre-Requisites – are non-negotiable – unless the course was completed out of state, out of country, or in a non-public school.
Shannon - Will reference Career Plan that they will have in their possession while explaining credits. Pre-Requisites will explain

7. Endorsements
STEM
Careers that are heavily focused on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (Engineer, Robotic Technician, Scientist, Mathematician)
Arts and Humanities
Musician, Historian, Artist, Linguist, Writer, Editor, Actor/Actress, Dancer
Public Services
Health Services, Cosmetology, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Education, ROTC
Business and Industry
Animal Science, Natural Resources, Design, Architecture and Construction, Audio Video Production, Animation, Graphic Design, Photography, Digital Audio Technology, Video Game Design, Culinary Arts, Hospitality Services, Networking, Welding, Auto Tech, Accounting, Marketing, Business Management, Medical Informatics, Newspaper, Yearbook, Broadcast Journalism, Debate, Cyber Security
Multidisciplinary
Career Options are broad; this endorsement can include dual credit, advanced placement courses from multiple areas of interest.
Shannon - Used this slide leading into endorsements; ex. to say, as you’re thinking about a career and what you may want to pursue in college; here’s kind of how you look at the endorsements; then you look at the courses involve and decide if the interests match. At the end of endorsement slides, will also let them know that they will get to speak with counselors at the endorsements tables later and get an idea of what are the Programs of study.

8. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
Algebra II
Chemistry
Physics/Principles of Technology
A program of study in one of the following areas:
Engineering (3)
Computer Science
Mathematics
Science
Robotics
Renewable Energy
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9. Business and Industry A program of study in one of the following areas:
Agriculture (2)
Architecture & Construction (3)
Arts, A/V, Technology, Communications (6)
Business Management
Marketing
Finance
Hospitality & Tourism (2)
Information Technology (2)
Manufacturing
Medical Administration
Transportation, Distribution, & Logistics (2)
Newspaper
Yearbook
Advanced Broadcast Journalism
Debate
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10. PUBLIC SERVICE A program of study in one of the following areas:
Education and Training
Cosmetology
Firefighter
Law Enforcement
JROTC
Leadership Academy (EHS)
Health Science (7)
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11. Arts and Humanities A program of study in one of the following areas:
Social Studies
Language Other Than English or LOTE (2)
Fine Arts (9)
Leadership Academy
English
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12. Multidisciplinary Studies A program of study in one of the following areas:
Core Courses
Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and Dual Credit
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13. HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Students must:
Take and pass the required courses
Meet testing requirements (EOC – End of Course)—English I, English II, Algebra I, Biology, U.S. History
Demonstrate speech proficiency
FLEXIBILITY AND STUDENT CHOICE IS KEY!
Shannon

14. Things to Consider in Middle School
Make the best grades you can in the most challenging courses you can take.
Consider taking high school credit courses in middle school
Principles of Manufacturing
Art
Theatre
Algebra I
Foreign Language
Journalism
Shannon - Note: High school credit courses that may be offered at your campus; not all are offered at every middle school campus.

15. Exploring Career Pathways
Shannon transitions to Nancy

16. Identify your Interests
How do you want to contribute?
What problem do you want to help solve in our world?
Interests or Aptitude Inventories
Texas Career Check
O*NET My Next Move
Choices 360
Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB)
Nancy – Reference the CCR Resources Handout for Students & Parents

17. Explore Careers 16 National Career Clusters
In which Career Clusters do you find your interests as:
Skills in demand
Strengths in the industry
What are the professional skills needed in this Career Cluster?
What careers are in demand in Texas?
Nancy – reference Career Cluster Handout and the Career pages from the Student Guide to the Future.

18. College or Career?
Consider college in alignment with your career goals.
College is expensive.
Be intentional. Have a plan!
Does your desired career require postsecondary education?
Can you enter the career without college?
Will college be required for you to advance in this career?
What kind of coursework or college experience do you need?
Technical Education
Traditional, Academic Education
Advanced Degree

19. Make a Plan
What is the educational level required for the career you want?
Visit colleges who offer programs of study required for your desired career.
Compare and contrast colleges to decide which colleges are the best fit for you.
Understand the admission requirements for each college.
What industry experience will give you a competitive advantage?
Find a mentor in the industry you would like to work.
Volunteer at businesses aligned with your desired career field.
Share your plan with your family, counselors, and your teachers.
Ask them to help you connect what you are learning in school with your future goals.
Nancy

20. Resources Resources you can access TODAY:
Student Guide to the Future
tothefuture2019.pdf
Navigate Book
Graduation Toolkit Published by the Texas Education Agency
Nancy – Reference the CCR Resources Handout again

21. Moving Forward Flexibility and Student Choice is Key!
Don’t move alone.
Talk to the middle or high school counselor!
Phone a friend.
Office of Secondary Curriculum (254) 336 – 0215
Office of Guidance (254) 336 – 0282
Career & Technical Education Office (254)
STEM Office (254)
Nancy

22. More Information Available
We have staff available to answer your questions. Tables are set up for:
The Endorsement Areas & Programs of Study
Arts & Humanities
Business & Industry
Multidisciplinary
Public Services
STEM
Military Support & Resources
Financial Literacy for Middle School Students
Stop by the sign-in table on your way out to see if you won our drawing!