Burleson CTE Magazine 2011

Burleson ISD Career and Technical Education

Burleson Independent School District Career and Technical EducationPhone: 817.245.1000 Sandra Hines: CTE Director Phone: 817.245.1110

Value Added Diploma: V4 = Diploma + Tech Prep +Industry Certifi cations + Dual Credit

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VisionThe vision of the Career and Technical Education Department is for every learner to graduate with 21st Century problem solving and reasoning skills to successfully prepare for life, work and career challenges in the 21st Century.

MissionThe mission of the Career and Technical Education Department is to empower all students with knowledge and skills to successfully prepare for life, work and career challenges in the 21st Century.

It is the policy of the Burleson Independent School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, or age in its CTE programs as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. The lack of English Language skills will not be a barrier to admission. For information about rights or grievance procedures, contact Richard Crummel at 817.245.1000.

What is CTE?Career & Technical Education (CTE) provides students with academic and technical skills, knowledge and train-ing necessary to succeed in future careers and develops skills to use throughout their lives. CTE prepares students for the world of work by introducing them to workplace com-petencies, and makes academic con-tent accessible to students by provid-ing it in a hands-on context.

CTE provides students:• Workplace skills, from job-

related skills to workplace ethics• Academic content taught with

real world relevance • Career pathways that link sec-

ondary to postsecondary educa-tion

• Education leading to training and degrees, especially related to workplace training and career advancement

• Get ahead education and train-ing

Academic Benefits• Students enrolled in CTE pro-

grams are held to the same rig-orous academic standards as all students

• CTE provides a strong founda-tion for those pursuing a tradi-tional four-year degree

• CTE students are more inter-ested and motivated in their coursework because of its con-nection to the real world, and have lower dropout rates than traditional students

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Beliefs• Our CTE programs should show

relevance between our curriculum and real life experience by creating an aligned, active and engaging curriculum which encourages students to become life-long learners.

• Our CTE programs are successful in keeping students in school and providing assistance for the students to meet career and educational goals.

• Our CTE department provides high quality programs and support services that meet the needs of a diverse student population and the needs of the global business community.

• Our CTE programs promote excellence in teaching and learning through the use of advanced technology for instructional strategies.

• Our CTE programs support the educational process through effective communication and involvement of all stakeholders in the community.

• Life skills are vital for career and personal success in today’s world. All graduates should be able to:• Communicate effectively • Interact with others

effectively• Think creatively• Solve problems• Cope with change• Perform with self suffi ciency• Work as a team

2011-2012 CTE PROGRAMS III

CTE = V4 V4 = Value Added Diploma

High School Diploma Dual Credit Tech Prep Certifi cations

Students participating in CTE programs can graduate with college credit in dual credit classes, Tech Prep college credit for many classes and industry standard certifi cations or licensures that enhance their high school experience and add value to their BISD diploma.

Career Clusters icons are being used with permission of the: States’ Career Clus-ters Initiative, 2010, www.careerclusters.org

Burleson ISD participates in course articulation agreements with Navarro College, Hill Col-lege, Tarrant County College and Texas Advanced Technical Credit. Tech Prep allows students to start a college technical major in high school. Students begin free course studies in high school and continue into a post-secondary school hav-ing already banked college credit. Free Tech Prep credit saves time and money. Many students earn 12 or more credit hours toward a cer-tifi cate or degree in a career fi eld.

Students in Tech Prep programs can earn college credit through:

• Content-enhanced articulated courses

• Dual Credit

Dual Credit Dual credit courses are college level high school or college courses taken during high school for which the student earns both college and high school credit at the same time. By taking dual credit courses you can make substantial progress toward your college degree before fi nishing high school while you learn about a career. Dual credit is possible with an agreement between the District and a college.

Ask your counselor about dual credit courses that may be avail-able in your area of interest.

CTE Scholarships

Students in Career & Techni-cal Education classes have the opportunity to participate in many competitions through student organizations. Often BISD students advance to State and National levels and earn Scholarships for Post-secondary tuition at various colleges to continue their pursuit of a career preparation. FFA, Skills USA, Cosmetology, Project Lead the Way, Criminal Justice, Cisco, Business Professionals and HOSA, are just a few organizations and programs where students can com-pete for scholarships and awards.

Industry Standard Certifi ca-tions and Licensures

Students participating in CTE pro-grams of study have the opportu-nity to learn the skills to take and pass industry standard certifi cations and licensing exams. Many certifi -cations earned in CTE courses lead to high wage employment.

BISD desires to ensure that all students graduating from high school are prepared to continue post-secondary education and have the competencies to enter the workforce.

Providing students with credentials and certifi cations which are recog-nized and valued by business and industry assures a positive future for our students.

http://www.careercruising.com/login/BISD

In CareerCruising students can access the BISD course planner/guide to view all career and tech-nical education courses. Students use the Course Planner to create an education plan that refl ects their career aspirations and graduation requirements. It brings together critical information, such as credit history, diploma requirements and course recom-mendations.

See your counselor for login information.

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Career Cruising, an Internet-based career exploration and planning tool used to explore career and college options and develop a career plan. Career Cruising can be accessed from school, from home. Features of the program include:

• Interest and Skills Assess-ment - a world-renowned career assessment tool to help people identify suitable career options based on their interests and skills

• Career Profi les - thorough and up-to-date information about hundreds of different occupa-tions, including direct links between careers and related col-lege programs

• Multimedia Interviews - inter-views with real people in each occupation, which add depth and realism to career profi les

• College and Financial Aid Information - comprehensive college and fi nancial aid infor-mation, with a number of useful search tools to help students fi nd the right college and the right scholarships

• Electronic Career Portfolio - available online, so students can develop their education and career plans

• Resume Builder - integrated with the portfolio to help stu-dents format and print profes-sional-looking resumes quickly and easily

http://www.careercruising.com/login/BISD

See your counselor for login information.

Education Plans

Students in 8th grade create education plans to begin their exploration of a career. 8th graders use CareerCruising to explore career interests and post-secondary education options that might include a university, a community college or a technical college. Each student will create a 4 to 6 year education plan outlining the courses they plan to take that will guide them into the college and career pathway of their choice. A high school education plan might include a CTE Career pathway.

Career Pathways are like road maps of learning that help students plan for and pursue further education and careers. BISD Career and Technical Education courses are grouped by Clusters, shown on the cover. Within each cluster there are a number of career pathways to explore. On the following pages, BISD would like to introduce you to the Career Clusters offered at our high schools.

Contact your counselor or explore the BISD Academic Course Guide on CareerCruising.com for more information about each Cluster and Career Pathway. The BISD Course Guide includes specifi c information about each course offered in all the clusters.

Student Organizations

Career and Technical Education students are encouraged to par-ticipate in Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSO). Students gain important leadership skills by participating in a CTSO.

Benefi ts include development of:

• Communication skills• Interpersonal skills• Technology skills• Positive self image through

competitions• Leadership skills• Scholarship opportunities• Awards opportunities• Interaction with future

employers• Workforce skills• Community service

opportunities

Ask your counselor or CTE teacher about a CTSO in your area of interest.

Career and Technical Student Organization in BISD include:

• FFA- Future Farmers of America• SkillsUSA• HOSA - Health Occupations

Students of America• FBLA - Future Business Leaders

of America• DECA - Distributive Education

Clubs of America

2011-2012 CTE PROGRAMS 1

Student OrganizationsSkillsUSAArts, A/V Technology & Com-munications and Graphic Design & Illustration Classes offer many enriching opportunities to compete with SkillsUSA. Students have found success with competitions and have gone on to win state level competition in a their fi eld against top competitors. Students enjoy various local, state and national competition, winning awards, prizes and scholarship funds.

Certifi cations and Industry Standard Licensures Depending on the pathway stu-dents take, the following certifi ca-tions are available:• Adobe Premiere Pro• Adobe Photoshop• Adobe InDesign• Adobe Illustrator

Have you ever wondered who designed the School Coat of Arms, posters in the school, the Burleson ISD logo and many other logos for T-shirts and programs? Many times the answer is BISD Graphic Design students and they do much more.

• Graphic Design is America’s most pervasive art form.

• Graphic Design is an integral part of contemporary society.

• Graphic Design plays a key role in the appearance of all media.

Have you considered a career in web design, fi lm or traditional publishing and printing? BISD Graphic Design classes might be for you. You may fi nd an interest in a business imaging class, but you will fi nd the type of direction which can actually provide a fi rm start in a college design program or provide the skills needed for a career. In our labs, you will fi nd the resources to create a portfolio for presentation, the hardware and software used in industry and fi nd the direction needed to compete professionally. With Graphic Design, you will learn to communicate visually with success.

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The Arts, Audio-Video Technol-ogy, and Communications Career Cluster requires courses and activi-ties that challenge students to be creative. The ability to commu-nicate effectively in both oral and written form is important.

Broadcast & Journalism Video Production

This career pathway challenges students to be creative and requires excellent computer skills.

Courses in this cluster are designed for those students who are creative and enjoy participating in video production, broadcast journalism and/or the performing arts.

The median salary for fi lm and video editors in Texas is $50,560. (Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-2009)

Courses In this Cluster• Principles of Arts, A/V

Tech & Communications• A/V Production• Advanced A/V Productions• Practicum in A/V Production• Graphics Design & Illustration• Advanced Graphic Design &

Illustration• Professional Communication

Courses from any cluster can be combined with courses of other clusters to create a personalized career pathway.

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The Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster prepares learners for careers in the planning, implementation, produc-tion, management, processing, and/or marketing of agricultural com-modities and services.

Pathways available at BHS include:• Animal Science & Systems• AG Mechanics & Power• Ecology

Only at BHS

Students participating in BHS Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster have the opportunity to:• Win their share of $3 million in

annual scholarships• Participate in one of 41 com-

petitive events known as CDE’s and LDE’s

• Select from over 300 career opportunities

• Gain skills in 45 different agri-culture profi ciency areas

• Learn in a diversifi ed curricu-lum

Introductory courses provide an overview of soil, plants, animals and agricultural construction. Students gain leadership, commu-nication and problem solving skills through hands-on activities.

Animal Science & Systems

Students in this pathway are intro-duced to veterinary skills used with livestock, anatomy of livestock and genetics. Students learn about small animal care, animal rights and welfare. Students gain leader-ship skills, career development and personal fi nance strategies.

AG Mechanics & Power

In this pathway students develop profi ciency in many welding skills while developing an understanding of tool operation, electrical wir-ing, basic plumbing and carpentry. Students gain an understanding of power and control systems as related to energy sources, small and large power systems and agricultural machinery.

Ecology Pathway

In this pathway students examine the management of game and non-game wildlife species, fi sh and aqua crops related to current agricultural practices.

Students develop an understanding of rangeland ecosystems and sus-tainable forage production.

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Certifi cations and Industry Standard Licensures

The Architecture and Construction Career Cluster prepares learners for careers in designing, planning, managing, building, and maintaining the built environ-ment.

National and State ConventionEvery year members of the Burleson FFA have attended the Texas FFA State Convention and the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, IN.Burleson FAA members can choose from a variety of SAEP:• Cattle• Pigs• Goats• Sheep• Chickens• Turkeys• Rabbit• AG Mechanics


Interior designers enhance the function, safety, and aesthetics of interior spaces. They work with colors, textures, furniture, light-ing, and space in offi ces, airports, theaters, malls, restaurants, hotels, schools, hospitals, and private homes. If designing interior spaces sounds interesting to you, take Interior Design.

Professionals in the Design and Pre-Construction pathway create designs for the construction of cities, homes and highways. They turn ideas into plans. (Career Information Systems, 2007)

Courses Offered in this Cluster:

• Principles of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

• Professional Standards In Agri-business

• Livestock Production• Small Animal Management• Equine Science• Wildlife, Fisheries, and Ecology

Management• Range Ecology & Management• Forestry & Woodland Ecosys-

tems• Agribusiness Management &

Marketing• AG Mechanics and Metal Tech-

nology• AG Facilities Design & Fabrica-

tion• AG Power Systems• Energy & Natural Resources

Technology• Advanced Animal Science• Advanced Plant & Soil Science

• Veterinary Medical Application• Veterinary Assistant Level I • Veterinary Assistant Level II• Hunter’s Safety• Boater’s Safety

Courses Offered in this Cluster

• Interior Design• Advanced Interior Design


BISD expects to add more courses in the Construction pathway in the near future.

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Certifi cations and Industry Standard Licensures • OSHA• Microsoft Offi ce Specialist

• Word• PowerPoint• Excel• Access

MOS Certifi cation is required for admittance to many college programs.

The Business, Management, and Administration Career Cluster prepares learners for careers in planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating business functions essential to effi cient and productive business operations.

The Marketing, Sales, and Service Career Cluster prepares learners for careers in planning, managing, and perform-ing marketing activities to reach organizational objectives.

The Finance Career Cluster prepares learners for careers in fi nancial and investment planning, banking, insurance, and business fi nancial management.• Learn basic accounting con-

cepts and procedures used to operate a business.

• Learn more about managing your personal fi nances.

• Learn skills that will serve as a background for employment.

• Learn skills that will lay a foundation for college business courses.

• Learn skills in Microsoft Offi ce programs such as Excel.

• Learn the basics of QuickBooks Pro, a small business automated accounting software program.

• Learn more about careers in Finance.

Courses Offered in this Cluster:• Accounting I• Accounting II• Statistics and Risk Manage-

ment


• Business Professionals of America

In BISD the Marketing, Sales, and Service Career Cluster is combined with the Business and Finance Clusters. Students may take Business and Finance courses along with Sports and Entertainment Marketing, Entrepreneurship or Advertising and Sales Promotion courses to gain an understanding of Marketing strategies, concepts and theories.

Skills gained in the Business Cluster include:• Computer operations • Communication• Workplace• Interview/Resume• Business Industry• Problem solving• Inter/Intrapersonal

Business courses provide a founda-tion for a variety of careers and are important to college bound stu-dents. Computer skills and professional interpersonal and intrapersonal skills are essential to be successful in today’s global society.

Courses Offered in this Cluster:

• Principles of Business, Marketing & Finance

• Touch System Data Entry• Business Information

Management 1• Business Information

Management 2• Business Management• Business Law



The Health Science Career Cluster focuses on planning, managing, and providing therapeutic services, diagnostic services, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and develop-ment.

The Health Science cluster focuses on careers in planning, managing, and providing health care. The program provides students with opportunities to explore a variety of health careers and make realistic and satisfying career choices. Whether a student is skilled in scientifi c research, clinical laboratory proce-dures, written and verbal communi-cation skills, or is skilled in caring for people, career options are available to match these individual interests and abilities.

Anatomy and PhysiologyAnatomy and Physiology earns a sci-ence credit and students extend their understanding of the structure and function of the human body. They explore physiological systems. Higher order thinking is stressed and student anatomical knowledge is combined with exposure to clinical analysis.

Are you interested in a career in the health care? Health Science Tech-nology at Centennial High School will open the door to many exciting health care careers. You will obtain real life experience while learning CPR, fi rst aid, vital signs, as well as taking care of patients in hospitals

and nursing homes during clinical rotations.

You will be engaged by performing the skills taught, learning through experiments, and using technology daily. Principles of health science involves learning the basics of health care and hands-on activities. Medi-cal terminology will teach you the language of medicine. Students state that this class is fun and educational. Health Science will introduce you to the basics of several careers such as nursing, EMT, psychology and lab tech. Practise your new skills as you learn about various careers.

Students in Practicum in Health Science will complete the state curriculum and attend clinical rotations. After completion of the program students will take their state

board exam and become certifi ed nursing assistants.

Courses Offered in this Cluster• Principles of Health Science• Medical Terminology• Health Science• Anatomy and Physiology• Practicum in Health Science

(CNA)

Courses from any cluster can be com-bined with courses of other clusters to create a personalized career pathway.


HOSA: (Health Occupations Stu-dents of America) a club for students interested in careers in health care. The organization focuses on commu-nity services, leadership, and compe-titions.

Certifi cations and Industry Stan-dard Licensures

Students who complete the Health Science sequence are prepared to take the state board exam for:• Certifi ed Nursing Assistant• American Heart Association CPR• First Aid

Only at CHS

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Culinary ArtsCulinary students at CHS will have the opportunity to learn different cooking methods, restaurant management, receive their ServSafe Certifi cation in an industry standard commercial laboratory kitchen. Soon they will plan and start a school operated restaurant open to the public.

Culinary students at CHS can expect:• Year 1 introduction to the

world of Hospitality & Tourism• Year 2 food labs and restaurant

management• Year 3 lab based two credit

course examining the fundamentals and principles of the art of cooking and the science of baking

• Year 4 lab based 2-3 credit course providing actual business and industry career experiences

Only at CHS

ServSafe Food Protection

Is this the right cluster for you?If you want to see the world, enjoy serving others, or dream of opening a restaurant or bed and breakfast someday, then Hospitality & Tourism could be the right cluster for you.Quick OverviewThe Hospitality and Tourism Cluster focuses on careers in manag-ing restaurants and other food ser-vices, lodging, attractions, recreation events, and travel related services

Hotel ManagementBISD students will begin learning about Hotel management and the lodging industry. Students will gain skills necessary to pursue staff and management positions available in the Hotel industry that include front desk, food and beverage, housekeeping, maintenance and human services. Skills include pro-fessional communication, leader-ship, management, technology and accounting..

LodgingProfessionals in this field take care of guests who stay at hotels and motels. They provide services that make their guests stay pleasant.

Recreation, Amusements, &

AttractionsPeople in this field plan, organize, and direct activities in playgrounds and recreation centers, parks, community centers, theme parks, and tourist attractions.

Restaurants & Food/ Beverage

ServicesFood service managers are responsible for the daily operations of restaurants. They oversee the ordering, preparation, and service of food and beverages to patrons.

Travel & TourismEmployees in this field make sure travelers have good experiences. They help travelers plan and arrange trips.

Courses Offered in this Cluster

• Principles of Hospitality & Tourism

• Hotel Management• Restaurant Management• Culinary Arts• Practicum in Culinary Arts• Hospitality Services• Practicum in Hospitality

ServicesCourses from any cluster can be combined with courses of other clusters to create a personalized career pathway.

Only at BHS


The Human Services cluster pre-pares individuals for employment in career pathways related to families and human needs.

Career possibilities include:• Counselor or Vocational

Counselor• Behavior Disorder Counselor• Clinical Psychologist• Social Worker• Certifi ed Financial Planner• Community Service Director• Director of Childcare Facility• Consumer Advocate• CosmetologistCounseling and Mental HealthIf you enjoy helping people solve their problems and a career in the Mental Health fi eld interests you, begin your career training here in BISD while still in high school.Family and Community ServicesIn this Career Pathway students earn their required four (4) community service hours needed for graduation. Students gain leadership skills as they participate in local, community activities.Students in this Career Pathway learn about the developmental stages of the human from birth to geriatrics. Students gain skills related to child growth and guidance, equipping

them to develop positive relation-ships with children as effective care-givers.

Students in this Career Pathway develop an understanding of the principles of nutrition, consumer skills and interpersonal relation-ships which empower the student to make lifetime decisions.

Courses Offered in this Cluster• Principles of Human Services• Dollars & Sense• Interpersonal Studies• Lifetime Nutrition & Wellness• Counseling & Mental Health• Child Development• Child Guidance• Family & Community Services• Career Preparation 1 & 2

Individuals that make a difference in the

lives of others are the Heart of Human Services.

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Thinking about a career in Cosmetology?

Only at BHS

• Hairstyling• Professionalism• Skin and Nail Care• Haircutting• Perms• Hair Color• Salon Management

Preparing for a career or just a job?Have your cosmetology license at graduation and immediately begin an exciting and profi table career in this growing fi eld. Get your career started early; take advantage of the cosmetology train-ing offered in high school.

Cosmetology training is very expensive in the private sector, but tuition is free for Burleson ISD

students Cosmetology is part of the Human Services Cluster and offers:

• Cosmetology I• Cosmetology II


Receiving a license opens doors of opportunity, if working behind the chair forever does not appeal to you. Other possibilities include: • Representative for a product line• Platform artist • State inspector (instructor’s

license required) • School administrator• School instructor

Overall employment of Cosmetolo-gists and other personal appearance workers is projected to grow about as fast as average through 2016, because of an increasing popula-tion, rising incomes, and growing demand for personal appearance services. A number of factors, including the size and location of the salon, clients’ tipping habits, and competition, determine the total income of cosmetologists.

Certifi cations • Cosmetology License• Chemical Peel Certifi cation• Nail Certifi cation

100% passing rate for over 10 years

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The Education and Training Career Cluster prepares learn-ers for careers in planning, man-aging and providing education and training services, and related learning services.

This Cluster provides a founda-tion for careers in the classrooms of schools or the corporate world.

Courses offered in this Cluster:

• Principles of Education and Training

• Human Growth and Devel-opment

• Instructional Practice in Education and Training

• Practicum in Education and Training

Education students gain an early advantage in teaching careers. Through hands-on teaching experiences, students learn to inves-tigate learning styles, explore teaching methods, manage class-rooms while developing teaching skills and have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young children. If the fi eld of teaching interests you, check the course guide for courses in this cluster.


The Information Technology Career Cluster involves the design, development, support and man-agement of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integra-tion services. There are four career pathways in this cluster at BHS:• Interactive Media & Internet• Network Administration• Programming and Software

Development• Computer Maintenance

Interactive Media & Internet Pathway - Interactive Media com-munications is projected to be one of the fastest growing careers in the U.S. Economy. Employees in this career create, design,, and produce interactive multimedia products and services. One career in this area is a Web Developer. This career is expected to grow much faster than average through 2016. The average Web Designer salary in Texas is $60K. (Information Week, 2009)

Computer Maintenance Pathway Students in Computer Mainte-nance learn about different hard-ware components and peripherals used in computer technology.

Students will learn to build, repair, and maintain personal and business computer systems.

Courses offered in this Cluster:• Computer Maintenance I• Computer Maintenance II

(Virtual Business)• Telecommunications &

Networking• Computer Programming• Advanced Computer Pro-

gramming• Digital & Interactive Media• Web Technologies• Internetworking 1 (Cisco)• Internetworking 2 (Cisco)

Programming and Software Devel-opment includes structured pro-gramming and analytical problem-solving skills. Students develop advanced programming skills such as methodologies, algorithms and data structures. Students use Visual Basic. An emphasis is placed on troubleshooting and problem-solv-ing through real world applications.If you are interested in learning more about how computers work and how to make them do it your way, this may be the career pathway for you.

Certifi cations and Industry Standard LicensuresStudents have the opportunity to test for the following certifi cations:• Panduit Certifi ed Installer

(PCI) in copper and fi ber installation

• Cisco Certifi ed Entry Net-working Technician (CCENT)

• Cisco Certifi ed Network Asso-ciate (CCNA)

• CompTIA Net+ • Microsoft Certifi ed Desktop

Service Technician (MCDST)• WebYoda Associate Webmas-

ter (WAW)

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Network Systems includes CISCO Networking Academy courses - col-lege level course dealing with the latest technology and teaching high level job skills. Courses focus on networking fundamentals, includ-ing the OSI model, industry stan-dards, networking components and network design. Advanced courses include routing theory and technol-ogy including router confi guration, protocols, security and introduc-tion to LAN switching. The aver-age Network Administrator salary in Texas is $80K+. (Information Week, 2009)

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The Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security Career Cluster helps prepare students for careers in plan-ning, managing, and providing legal, public safety, protective services and homeland security, including profes-sional and technical support services.

The Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security Career Cluster helps prepare students for careers in a mul-tiple range of fi elds. If you choose this career path you can make an impor-tant contribution to your future and to the safety of your community.

When it comes to job hunting con-sider this: By 2016, jobs for police offi cers are projected to grow by 11%; fi refi ghters, EMTs, and paramedics by 19%; Dispatchers by 14%; and Law-yers by 11%. This career fi eld has a broad range of career types and fast growing jobs that pay well.

Come learn more in this fi eld and what is offered at the two High Schools.

These classes are very active classes with many sections that are Hands on training. The Instructors believe that if a student comes from this pro-

gram they be prepared for real life. The equipment used is up to date and being used on the streets in the career area.

Criminal Justice Club

This club is offered in each school. To join these clubs contact the Instruc-tor on that campus. The club is to give more hands on training outside of school to students. The club helps the community with community ser-vice activities and also keeping stu-dents active and off the streets.

The club also is involved with com-petition with a State organization called: Texas Public Service Associa-tion (TPSA).

This organization offers 20 events to compete in just in our cluster alone.

Come join us to have some FUN!!

Classes Offered at BHS:• Law Enforcement I

• Security Services

• Law Enforcement II

• Correctional Services

• Forensic Science

Certifi cations• NAED 911 Dispatcher

• TDCJ Correctional Offi cer

• Red Cross First Aid

• Red Cross CPR & AED

Classes Offered at CHS:• Principles of LPSCS

• Law Enforcement 1

• Courts Systems and Practices

• Forensics

• Fire Fighting 1

• Fire Fighting 2

Certifi cationsEMT - Basic


Learners who pursue one of the career areas in the STEM Career Cluster are involved in planning, managing, and providing scientifi c research, professional, and technical services. There are two programs of study in this cluster:• Engineering and Technology• Science and Math

The Transportation, Distribu-tion, and Logistics Career Cluster exposes students to careers and businesses involved in the plan-ning, management, and movement of people, materials, and products by road, air, rail and water.

What if there was a class where curiosity ruled? Where the biggest challenge was between you and your imagination. Project Lead The Way (PLTW) prepares students to be innovative and productive leaders in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and to make meaningful, pioneering contributions to our world. Through an engaging, hands-on curriculum, PLTW encourages the development of problem-solving skills, critical thinking, creative and innovative reasoning, and a love of learning.Join PLTW pre-engineering students as they explore CAD, robotics and solutions to real world problems.

Competitions TCEA RoboticsCertifi cations and Industry Standard Licensures

• Autodesk Associate Certifi cation• Autodesk Professional Certifi cation

Only at BHS

Courses offered in this Cluster:

• Principles of Transportation• Energy, Power & Transporta-

tion Systems• Automotive Technology• Advanced Automotive

TechnologyCourses from any cluster can be combined with courses of other clusters to create a personalized career pathway.

Students in this cluster are pro-vided a broad overview of career opportunities and introduced to skills in variety of transportation and logistics related service careers including, aircraft mechanics, auto body and collision repair, automo-tive technology, diesel mechan-ics and small engine repair and mechanics. Upper level students have the opportunity to experience an internship rotation in an auto-motive shop environment.

Courses offered in this Cluster• Principles of Engineering• Intro to Engineering Design• Computer Integrated

Manufacturing• Engineering Design &

Development

Only at BHS

BURLESON ISD CTEPrinting funded by CTE grant

Pathway 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade

Animal Science Principles of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

Wildlife, Fisheries, and Ecology ManagementEquine Science

Livestock ProductionSmall Animal Management

Practicum in AgAdvanced Animal ScienceMath Applications in Ag*

Plant Science Principles of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

Wildlife, Fisheries, and Ecology ManagementRange Ecology & Management

Forestry & Woodland EcosystemsEnergy & Natural Resources Technology

Practicum in AgAdvanced Plant & Soil ScienceMath Applications in Ag

Mechanic/Welding Principles of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Ag Mechanics and Metal Technology Ag Facilities Design & Fabrication Ag Power Systems

AgribusinessPrinciples of Agriculture, Food & Natural ResourcesTouch System Data Entry

Business Information Management 1 Business Management Agribusiness Management & MarketingProfessional Standards In Agribusiness

Interior Design Principles of Human ServicesDollars and Sense Interior Design Advanced Interior Design Career Preparation

Graphic DesignPrinciples of Arts, A/V Tech & CommunicationsTouch System Data Entry

Graphics Design & IllustrationBusiness Information Management 1 Advanced Graphic Design & Illustration Practicum in Graphics Design & Illustration

Journalism & Broadcast Principles of Arts, A/V Tech & Communications Graphics Design & Illustration A/V Production Advanced A/V Production

Business Management Touch System Data Entry 1 & 2 Business Information Management 1 Business Management Career Preparation

Business LawPrinciples of Business, Marketing & FinanceDollar and Sense

EntrepreneurshipBusiness Law Business Information Management 1 Court Systems & Practices

Business Information Management

Principles of Business, Marketing & FinanceDollars and Sense

Business Information Management 1 Business Information Management 2 Practicum in Business, Marketing and Finance

Education Principles of Education & TrainingDollars and Sense Human Growth & Development Instructional Practices in Education & TrainingPracticum in Education & Training

Accounting Touch System Data Entry 1 & 2 Business Information Management 1 Accounting 1 Accounting 2Statistics & Risk Management

Health and WellnessTouch System Data Entry 1 & 2HealthSports Medicine

Business Information Management 1PhychologySociologyLifetime Nutrition & WellnessChild Development

Medical TerminologyCounseling & Mental HealthHuman Growth & Development

Anatomy & Physiology

Health Science Principles of Health Science Medical TerminologyLifetime Nutrition & Wellness Health Science Practicum in Health Science (CNA)

ManagementPrinciples of Hospitality & TourismDollars and SenseTouch System Data Entry

Hotel ManagementLifetime Nutrition & WellnessRestaurant ManagementTravel & Tourism Management

Hospitality ServicesCareer Preparation 1

Practicum in Hospitality ServicesFood ScienceCareer Preparation 2

Culinary Arts Principles of Hospitality & Tourism Lifetime Nutrition & WellnessRestaurant Management Culinary Arts Practicum in Culinary Arts

Human DevelopmentPrinciples of Human ServicesDollars and SenseTouch System Data Entry

Interpersonal StudiesLifetime Nutrition & WellnessFamily & Community ServicesChild Development

Child Guidance Counseling & Mental Health

CosmetologyPrinciples of Human ServicesDollars and SenseTouch System Data Entry

Interpersonal StudiesLifetime Nutrition & WellnessFamily & Community ServicesChild Development

Cosmetology 1 Cosmetology 2

Network Administration Touch System Data Entry 1 & 2 Telecommunications & NetworkingComputer Maintenance 1 Internetworking 1 (CISCO) Internetworking 2 (CISCO)

Computer Maintenance Touch System Data Entry 1 & 2 Business Information Management 1 Computer Maintenance 1 Computer Maintenance 2 (Virtual Business)Programming Touch System Data Entry 1 & 2 Business Information Management 1 Computer Programming Advanced Computer ProgrammingWeb and Digital Media Touch System Data Entry 1 & 2 Business Information Management 1 Digital & Interactive Media Web Technologies

Law Enforcement Law Enforcement 1 Security Services Law Enforcement 2 Correctional ServicesForensic Science

Court Systems Principles of LPSCS Law Enforcement 1 Court Systems & Practices Forensic Science

Firefighter Principles of LPSCSLaw Enforcement 1Medical TerminologyBusiness Law

Firefighter 1 Firefighter 2

Marketing Touch System Data Entry 1 & 2Advertising & Sales PromotionEntrepreneurshipBusiness Information Management 1

Sports & Entertainment Marketing Business Management

Engineering Principles of Engineering Intro to Engineering Design Computer Integrated Manufacturing Engineering Design & DevelopmentEngineering Mathematics

Auto Tech Touch System Data Entry 1 & 2 Principles of Transportation Energy, Power, & Transportation SystemsAuto Tech Practicum in Transportation

Taught at Burleson High School Taught at Centennial High School Taught at both high schools

Marketing

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

Transportation, Distribution and Logistics

Finance

Health Science

Hospitality and Tourism

Human Services

Information Technology

Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security

Burleson ISD Program Pathways

Architecture and Construction

Business Management and Administration

Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

Education and Training

Arts, A/V Technology and Communications

Documents

Burleson CTE Magazine 2011