CTE Career Booklet 8-8-16 updated

Houston Independent School DistrictCAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS OF STUDY

HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION Requirements 22 Credits + 4 Credits = 26 Credits Endorsement Foundation Distinguished levelGraduation Plan of achievement Algebra II Required for AdvAnced Math creditEndorsementsHISD students must earn one or more endorsements as part of their graduation requirements. Endorsements consistof a related series of courses that are grouped together by content or skill set. They provide students with in-depthknowledge 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 fourcredits of math and science, and two additional elective credits. It is possible for students to earn more than oneendorsement.Students can choose from 5 endorsement areas Arts and Business and Multi-Disciplinary Public S.T.E.M. Humanities Industry Services Advanced American Sign Agriculture, Food Dual Credit Education & Mathematics Language & Natural Courses Training Advanced Sciences Resources Computer ScienceEnglish Language Four credits in each Government & CTE- STEM Arts Architecture & area: Math, Science, Public Construction Social Studies, and Courses Fine Arts: Administration Art Arts, Audio/Video English Technology & Health Science Dance Communication Four Advanced Music Placement (AP) Human Services Theater Business Management Courses JROTC ( JuniorLanguages Other Reserve Officers Than English English Electives: Four International Training Corps) Broadcast Journalism Baccalaureate (IB) Social Studies Law, Public Safety, Newspaper Courses Corrections & Public Speaking Security Debate Finance Hospitality & Tourism Information Technology Manufacturing Marketing Transportation Distribution & LogisticsHISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org

CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS OF STUDYThere are 16 CTE programs of study in HISD that meet high school graduation endorsementrequirements. 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 associatedegrees, baccalaureate degrees, and beyond. End of program industry-recognized certificatesand/or licensures are available for most programs of study. The CTE programs of study andcareer pathways are identified 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 Firefighter/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 Degree10 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 RESOURCESBusiness and Industry EndorsementDo 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, butthe opportunities are huge! The Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources program of study iscommitted to preparing students for careers and life skills through education and trainingin agricultural commodities and natural resources. Agribusiness, Veterinary Sciences, andAgricultural Mechanics are available programs on campuses and can get you out of theclassroom and enjoying the outdoors.High Schools Offering Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources pathways• Austin High School • Harper Alternative School• Bellaire High School • Lamar High School• Booker T. Washington High School • Madison High School• Chavez High School • North Forest High School• Furr High School • Worthing High SchoolFastest-Growing Career Opportunities High-Paying Careers Veterinarian• Veterinary Technicians $80,000• Agricultural Inspectors• Forest and Conservation Workers Agricultural EngineerCertifications and Licensures $70,000• Certified Veterinary Assistant (CVA Level 1) Agricultural and• Texas Floral Design–Level 1 Certification Food Scientist $60,000 Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary figures printed here are averages from several sources approved by the U.S. Department of Labor.2 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org

ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENDORSEMENTConstruction is one of the fastest growing fields in Houston. From contractor, foreman, andindustrial engineer to carpenter and electrician, career opportunities are endless in architectureand construction. The Architecture and Construction program of study focuses on careers indesigning, planning, managing, building, and maintaining the built environment. Discover whatis needed to enter the workforce through hands-on activities in safety, tool usage, buildingmaterials, codes, framing, and more. HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical Technology, GreenTechnology, Architectural Design, Facilities Operations, and Structural Engineering aresome of the Architecture and Construction programs available on select HISD campuses.High Schools Offering Architecture & Construction pathways• Furr High School • Milby High School• Jordan High School • Scarborough High School• Houston MTSC • Waltrip High School• Jones Futures Academy • Washington High School• Lamar High School55555555555555555555555555555• Wisdom High School5Fastest-Growing Career Opportunities High-Paying Careers• Construction Managers Construction• Civil Engineers Manager• Heating and Cooling Technicians $90,000Certifications and Licensures Civil Engineer $80,000• NCCER–Construction Technology• NCCER–HVAC Architect• NCCER–Plumbing $70,000• AutoCAD Certified Associate• Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary figures printed here 3 are averages from several sources approved by the U.S. Department of Labor. HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org

ARTS, A/V TECHNOLOGY & COMMUNICATIONSBUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENDORSEMENTLights, Camera, Action! The Arts, A/V Technology and Communications program of studycombines creativity and technology to prepare students for one of today’s leading industrieswith a focus on careers in designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishingmulti-media content and entertainment services. Commercial Photography, Audio/VisualProduction, Printing and Imaging Technology, Environmental Communications, and GraphicDesign and Production are all programs available at select HISD schools.High Schools Offering Arts, A/V Technology & Communications pathways• Chavez High School • Lamar High School • Westside High School • Yates High School• Furr High School • Milby High School• Heights High School • Northside High School• Jordan High School • Sharpstown High School• Kashmere High School • Waltrip High SchoolFastest-Growing Career Opportunities• Audio/Visual Technicians 555Art Director• Multimedia Artists and Animators 555 $70,000• Technical WritersCertifications and Licensures 555Producer and 555Director• Adobe Certified Associate 5555$70,000 (ACA)–Video Communication 555Media Equipment• Adobe Certified Associate 555Worker (ACA)–Visual Communication 5555 $60,000• Apple Final Cut Pro Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary figures printed here are averages from several sources approved by the U.S. Department of Labor.4 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENDORSEMENTLet’s get down to business! The Business Management and Administration program of studyencompasses planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating business functions essential toefficient and productive business operations. Business management and administrative careeropportunities are available in every sector of the economy. From small business owners to globalcorporate executives, there is a need for employees with strong financial, organizational, timemanagement, and communication skills. Global Business, Human Resources, and BusinessManagement are among the programs offered on select HISD campuses.High Schools Offering Business Management & Administration pathways• Austin High School • Liberty High School• Bellaire High School • North Houston Early College• Heights High School • Sterling High School• Houston Academy for International Studies • Westside High School• Lamar High School • Wisdom High SchoolFastest-Growing Career Opportunities Chief Executive $170,000• Human Resource Specialists• Sales Agents and Managers Sales Manager• Market Research Analysts $75,000Certifications and Licensures HR Manager $70,000• Microsoft Office Certified Master• A*S*K Business Fundamentals• NOCTI-Business• Sales ForceSalaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary figures printed here 5are averages from several sources approved by the U.S. Department of Labor. HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org

EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICESPUBLIC SERVICES ENDORSEMENTDo you enjoy teaching others? Do you have patience? Do you want to help people? Educatorsare charged with improving the future for people of all ages. The Education and Trainingpathway focuses on providing education and training services for people who want to changeour society for the better and make a difference in the lives of others.High School Offering Education & Training Services pathway• Austin High SchoolFastest-Growing Career Opportunities Principal $100,000• Teacher• Coaches and Recreation Instructors• Social WorkerCertifications and Licensures School Counselor $60,000• Early Childhood Education Assessment and Certification Teacher $50,000• Pre-Professional Certification in Education Fundamentals Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary figures printed here are averages from several sources approved by the U.S. Department of Labor.6 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org

FINANCE BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENDORSEMENTMoney makes the world go round! Businesses need employees who can lead team projects,crunch numbers to keep costs down, and examine financial records. The Finance program ofstudy encompasses services for financial and investment planning, banking, insurance andbusiness financial management. Do you want to master financial, organizational, andcommunication skills? Accounting, Financial Planning, and Banking and Securities areall programs available at select HISD campuses.High Schools Offering Finance pathways• Bellaire High School • Liberty High School• Heights High School • Sharpstown High School• High School for Law and Justice • Westbury High School• Lamar High School • Westside High SchoolFastest-Growing Career Opportunities Controller $110,000• Accountants and Financial Analysts• Loan Clerks and Bank Officers Actuary• Financial Advisors $80,000Certifications and Licensures Auditor $60,000• QuickBooks Certified User• A*S*K Finance Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary figures printed here 7 are averages from several sources approved by the U.S. Department of Labor. HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org

GOVERNMENT AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATIONPUBLIC SERVICES ENDORSEMENTHello, future POTUS (presidents of the U.S.)! Are you intrigued with American politics,international relation, or political theory? Do you want to find out what makes ourgovernment run successfully? Are you interested in running for office? The Government andPublic Administration program of study will prepare you with the information you need to beinformed about the U.S. political system and relations between the United States and foreigncountries. Be prepared to research political ideas and analyze governments, policies, andpolitical trends, as well as collect and analyze data from public-opinion surveys and electionresults. The future of America is in your hands.High Schools Offering GOVERNMENT AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION pathways• High School for Law and JusticeFastest-Growing Career Opportunities U.S. Congress Member• Foreign Service Officer $170,000• Political Science Teacher• Paralegal Political Scientist $80,000 Urban Planner $60,000 Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary figures printed here are averages from several sources approved by the U.S. Department of Labor.8 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org

HEALTH SCIENCE PUBLIC SERVICES ENDORSEMENTAre you interested in how the body moves? Do you want to save lives and make a difference?Do you love a challenge? The Health Science programs of study focus on careers in healthservices. Some of the fastest-growing and highest-paying careers are in the health science field.If you want to help others and love science, a health science pathway could be for you. HISDprograms include Biomedical Technology, Health Science, Pharmacy Technology, DentalAssistant, Nursing, Health Infomatics, and Radiology and Imaging.High Schools Offering Health Science pathways• Chavez High School • Long Futures Academy • Waltrip High School• DeBakey High School • Madison High School • Westbury High School• Jones Futures Academy • Milby High School • Westside High School• Heights High School • Sharpstown High SchoolFastest-Growing Career Opportunities Surgeon $190,000• Dental Assistant• Biomedical Technician Anesthesiologist• Registered Nurse $187,000Certifications and Licensures Pharmacist $120,000• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)• Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CPT)• Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A)• Pharmacy Technician Trainee• Nursing Assisting Assessment (CNA)• National Entry Level Dental Assistant (NELDA) Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary figures printed here 9 are averages from several sources approved by the U.S. Department of Labor.. HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org

HOSPITALITY & TOURISMBUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENDORSEMENTHouston hosted 13 million visitors last year! From restaurants to hotel chains, the hospitalityand tourism industry offers engaging, people-oriented careers. The Hospitality and Tourismprogram of study encompasses the management, marketing, and operations of restaurants andother food services, lodging, attractions, recreation events, and travel-related services. CulinaryArts and Hotel and Restaurant Management are programs available on select HISD campuses.High Schools Offering Hospitality & Tourism pathways• Harper Alternative School • Northside High School• Jordan High School • Westside High School• Lamar High School • Wheatley High School• Milby High School • Worthing High SchoolFastest-Growing Career Opportunities Hotel Executive $112,000• Hotel Manager• Chef and Head Cook Executive Chef• Food and Beverage Service Worker $40,000Certifications and Licensures Event Planner $40,000• ServSafe Food Handlers• ProStart National Certificate of Achievement–Culinary Arts• ProStart National Certificate of Achievement–Hotel and Restaurant Management Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary figures printed here are averages from several sources approved by the U.S. Department of Labor.10 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org

HUMAN SERVICES PUBLIC SERVICES ENDORSEMENTIf you enjoy lending a helping hand and caring for others, the human services sector is for you!The Human Services program of study focuses on preparing individuals for employment incareers that improve the quality of human lives. In the cosmetology pathway, students willbecome experts in haircutting and styling, hair color treatments, perm wraps, facials andmassage, and nail applications.High Schools Offering Human Services pathways• Jordan High School • Milby High School• Houston MTSCFastest-Growing Career Opportunities Esthetician $26,000• Massage Therapist• Spa ManagerCertifications and Licensures Cosmetologist $25,000• Texas Cosmetology Operator License Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary figures printed here 11 are averages from several sources approved by the U.S. Department of Labor. HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYBUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENDORSEMENTComputers are essential to the way we live and do business. The Information Technologypathway will prepare you to work in the high-tech and high-paying IT jobs of tomorrow.The IT program of study will prepare you to explore issues in computing, solve high-techproblems, learn programming languages, design and test software systems, and more. HISDprograms include Computer Networking, Computer Programming, Digital Media andWeb Technologies, and Geographic Information Systems.High Schools Offering Information Technology pathways• Austin High School • Houston MTSC • Sharpstown International• Bellaire High School • Lamar High School • South Early College• Booker T. Washington HS • Madison High School • Waltrip High School• Eastwood Academy • Mickey Leland High School • Westbury High School• Heights High School • Milby High School • Westside High School• High School for Law and Justice • North Forest High School • Wisdom High School• High School for the • Northside High School • Wheatley High SchoolPreforming and Visual Arts • Scarborough Futures Academy • Worthing High School Fastest-Growing Career Opportunities Chief Information Officer • Computer Programmers $130,000 • Computer Engineers • Database Administrators Software Developer Certifications and Licensures $100,000 • BICSI - Cabling Installation Network • CompTIA–Strata, A+, Network+, Security+ Administrator • Adobe Certified Associate–Web Authoring, $80,000 Interactive Media • CIW–Web Design Specialist, Web Security Associate, Internet Business Associate, • STARS Certification • SPACE Certification • ESRI Technical Certification–Desktop • MOS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access12 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org

LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, CORRECTIONS & SECURITY PUBLIC SERVICES ENDORSEMENTOrder in the court! If you can stay calm in difficult situations, have an interest in protectingpeople, and can think on your feet, you may have a future in the Law, Public Safety,Corrections, and Security industry. This program of study focuses on careers in planning,managing, and providing legal, public safety, protective services, and homeland security.HISD programs include Court Systems, Firefighter/EMT, Law Enforcement andCorrections, and National Security.High Schools Offering Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security pathways• Chavez High School • Waltrip High School• High School for Law and Justice • Westbury High School• North Forest High School • Wisdom High School• Sterling High SchoolFastest-Growing Career Opportunities• Emergency Medical Technician Lawyer• Police Officer $120,000• ParalegalCertifications and Licensures Forensic Science Technician• Criminal Justice/CSI $45,000• Basic Telecommunicator• Teen Forensics Fire Fighter• Municipal Jailer $46,000• Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Certification• State Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary figures printed here 13 are averages from several sources approved by the U.S. Department of Labor. HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org

MANUFACTURINGBUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENDORSEMENTManufacturing industries create new products from raw materials or other components. Thesejobs may be in a factory, plant or mill—anywhere new products are created. Twelve millionAmericans have careers in manufacturing! The Manufacturing program of study focuses onplanning and managing the processing of materials into intermediate or final products.Machining, Welding, Engineering, and Precision Metal Manufacturing are all programsavailable on select HISD campuses.High Schools Offering Manufacturing pathways• Houston MTSC • Milby High School• Jordan High School • Sterling High School• Madison High School • Wisdom High SchoolFastest-Growing Career Opportunities 555Manufacturing 555Engineer• Welder 55$100,000• Machinist• Technician 555Underwater 555WelderCertifications and Licensures 555$90,000• Autodesk Certified User 555Machinery• Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) 555Mechanic• NCCER–Welding 55$50,000• AWS Certification Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary figures printed here are averages from several sources approved by the U.S. Department of Labor.14 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org

MARKETING, SALES & SERVICES BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENDORSEMENTDo 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 andsizes, including not-for-profit organizations, use marketing in their local, regional, national, andglobal operations to direct the flow of products to attract potential customers. The Marketingprogram of study focuses on how the marketing process determines and satisfies the needsand wants of people. Retail Management and Marketing are programs available at selectHISD campuses.High Schools Offering Marketing, Sales & Services pathways• Bellaire High School • Westbury High School• Jordan High School • Wisdom High School• Heights High School• Scarborough High SchoolFastest-Growing Career Opportunities Marketing Director $130,000• Sales Agents and Managers• Merchandiser Advertising• Retail salespeople Director $90,000Certifications and Licensures Sales Manager• A*S*K–Marketing Fundamentals $110,000• A*S*K–Entrepreneurship• National Retail Federation (NRF) Customer Service and Sales Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary figures printed here 15 are averages from several sources approved by the U.S. Department of Labor. HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATHSTEM ENDORSEMENTDo you like to solve interesting and challenging problems? Do you like to be creative and workon projects that make a difference? Do you want to improve the future? If so, a STEM careermay be right for you. The Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics program of studyfocuses on providing scientific research and professional services. Careers in STEM linkscientific discoveries to the needs of society and consumers. HISD programs includeEngineering, Robotics, Electronics, Petroleum Engineering, Renewable Energy, NaturalResource Science, and Marine Engineering Technology.High Schools Offering Science, Technology, Engineering & Math pathways• Austin High School • Lamar High School• Chavez High School • Madison High School• Booker T. Washington High School • Milby High School• Eastwood Academy • South Early College High School• Energy Institute High School • Waltrip High School• Furr High School • Westbury High School• Heights High School • Westside High School• Houston MTSC • Young Women’s College Prep Academy• Kashmere High School Fastest-Growing Career Opportunities Aerospace Engineer $110,000 • Geological Technician • Geoscientist Petroleum Engineer • Engineer $140,000 Certifications and Licensures Nuclear Engineer $90,000 • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) • Autodesk Certified User • Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary figures printed here are averages from several sources approved by the U.S. Department of Labor.16 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org

TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENDORSEMENTWould you like to fly planes, drive trucks, or pilot ships? Are you organized and efficient?Do you have quick reflexes? Are you good at solving problems? If so, you may enjoy a career intransportation, distribution, and logistics. The Transportation, Distribution, and Logisticsprogram 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 EquipmentRepair, Piloting and Deck Operations, and Maritime Systems Engineering.High Schools Offering Transportation, Distribution & Logistics pathways• Austin High School • Sterling High School• Heights High School • Waltrip High School• Houston MTSC • Westbury High School• Jordan High School • Wheatley High School• Madison High School • Yates High School• North Forest High SchoolFastest-Growing Career Opportunities Mechanical Engineer• Merchant Mariner $90,000• Auto/Diesel Technician• Airline PilotCertifications and Licensures Logistics Coordinator• ASE–Brakes, Electronic/Electrical Systems, $85,000Heating and A/C, Engine Repair• CLA Transportation• CLT 5
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FUTURES ACADEMYTODAY’S FUTURE. TOMORROW’S WORKFORCEAre you going to high school? Are you going to college? Why not complete them at the sametime!? The Futures Academy Program gives students the opportunity to earn an associatedegree and valuable industry certifications in high-demand career fields while in highschool – FOR FREE! The Futures Academy collaborates with Houston Community Collegeto provide students courses of study that offer valuable technological and academic skills.High Schools Offering Futures Academies• Furr High School • Sterling High School• Jones Futures Academy • Washington High School• Kashmere High School • Westside High School• Long Futures Academy• Scarborough High SchoolProgram Benefits• Earn an associate degree by August after senior year – FREE• Earn valuable industry certifications• Earn 60+ college credit hours• Preparation for high-demand career fields• Preparation to continue on to a four-year college or university• Access to industry mentors, field experiences, and internshipsAcademy Program Options • Pharmacy Technology • Associate in Science in• Allied Health• Construction Technology Engineering Science (ASES)• Health Sciences • Digital Communications• Logistics & Global Supply• Network & Computer Administration• Engineering18 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org

LINKED LEARNING RELEVANT EDUCATION. REAL-WORLD APPLICATIONLinked Learning is an approach to education that transforms the traditional high school experienceby bringing together strong academics, a demanding technical education, and real-world experienceto help students gain an advantage in high school, postsecondary education, and careers. Studentscan choose among industry-themed pathways in fields 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 peersHISD Campuses Using the Linked Learning Approach• Chavez High School • High School for Law • Sharpstown High School• Austin High School and Justice • Sterling High School• Bellaire High School • Waltrip High School• Eastwood Academy • Long Futures Academy • Washington High School• Furr High School • Long Wisdom High School • Westbury High School• Heights High School • Madison High School • Westside High School• Jones Futures Academy • Milby High School • Wheatley High School• Kashmere High School • Northside High School • Worthing High School• Lamar High School • North Forest High School • Yates High School • Scarborough High School HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org 19

Career and Technical Education PROGRAMS OF STUDYAgricultural Programs Business Operations, Management, and Hospitality Programs 1. Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources 8, Business Management and AdministrationArchitecture, Construction, Manufacturing, 9. Marketingand Transportation Programs 10, Finance 11. Hospitality and Tourism 2. Architecture and Construction 3. Manufacturing Human and Social Services Programs 4. Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics 12. Education and TrainingScience, Technology, Engineering, 13. Government and Public Administration& Mathematics Programs 14. Human Services 15. Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security 5. STEM Health Science ProgramsCommunication and InformationTechnologies Programs 16. Health Science 6. Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications 7. Information TechnologyComprehensive high schools in blackNon-comprehensive high schools in blue20 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org

High-Skill, High-Growth Jobs in the Gulf Coast Region 2010-2020Occupation ANNUAL AVERAGE MEDIAN HOURLY Growth JOB OPENINGS Education WAGE Teacher 46.7% 7,365 Bachelor’s $26Registered Nurse 38.20% 2,470 Associate $34.43Occupational Therapist 37.60% 105 Master’s $36.28Petroleum Technician 34.20% 160 Associate $22.79Paralegal 32.8% 220 Associate $23.86Software Developer 31% 340 Bachelor’s $42.93Pharmacist 27.90% 275 Doctorate $53.15Welder 26.70% 830 HS Diploma $17.93Dentist 26.50% 645 Doctorate $71.78Machinist 25.30% 520 HS Diploma $18.95Accountant 24.20% 1,155 Bachelor’s $31.18Engineer 23% 2,245 Bachelor’s $54.64Pipefitter 21% 520 HS Diploma $23.60Electrician 19.70% 655 HS Diploma $21.43 Salaries vary due to a number of factors. The yearly salary figures printed here are averages from several sources approved by the U.S.Department of Labor. HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org 21

Leader Responsible Adaptable &Decision Maker Productive Skilled College-ReadyCommunicator Learner Critical ThinkerAT 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˜̅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. Works hard and persists to achieve audiences and settings. others to be open to change. 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˜ÌˆwiÃ>˜``ˆÃÃiVÌÈÃÃÕiÃ] challenges and obstacles, is able i“œ˜ÃÌÀ>ÌiÃyi݈LˆˆÌÞ seeks multiple opinions, and critically to persist to achieve goals. and cross-cultural skills when evaluates various solutions. Understands vՏwˆ˜}«iÀܘ>]«ÀœviÃȜ˜>] when additional information is and community experiences. needed and effectively uses technology to research. w w w. H o u s t o n I S D.o rg / G lo b a lG r a d22 HISD Career and Technical Education | www.HISDCareerReadiness.org

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2016 Board of Education Anna Eastman, District I Rhonda Skillern-Jones, District II Manuel Rodriguez Jr., District III Jolanda Jones, District IV Michael Lunceford, District V Greg Meyers, District VI Harvin C. Moore, District VII Diana Dávila, District VIII Wanda Adams, District IX It is the policy of the Houston Independent School District not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, handicap ordisability, ancestry, national origin, marital status, race, religion, sex, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or gender expression in its educational or employment programs and activities. Houston Independent School District Hattie Mae White Educational Support Center • 4400 West 18th Street • Houston, Texas 77092-8501 713-556-6981 • www.HISDCareerReadiness.org Revised Summer 2016