2022 – 2023
TOPEKA PUBLIC SCHOOLS:
HIGH SCHOOL
PROGRAM OF STUDIES
Topeka Public Schools
624 SW 24th Street
Topeka, KS 66611
785-295-3000
The Online Version of the Program of Studies is the most up-to-date version.
The Topeka Public Schools, Unified School District No. 501 is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity. No person shall, on the basis of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, national origin or ancestry be denied lawful access to any appropriate educational service, program or activity provided by the school district. The Title VI and Title IX compliance coordinator is the Assistant Superintendent for Teaching/Learning/Administration. The Section 504/Title II compliance coordinator is the Coordinator of College and Career Ready Services. For employment, the EEO/AA officer is the general director of human resources. All compliance coordinators may be contacted at 624 SW 24th Street, Topeka, KS 66611-1294, (785) 295-3000. The clerk of the Board of Education has been designated to receive and redirect or handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, regulations and procedures. The clerk may be contacted by calling (785) 295-3045 or by writing to 624 SW 24th Street, Topeka, KS 66611-1294.
Table of Contents
Career Cluster Programs of Study 4
Topeka Center for Advanced Learning and Careers (TCALC) 36
Requirements for Enrollment 36
Types of Strands and Courses Offered 36
Transportation to TCALC Facility 36
Graduation Requirements & Kansas Board of Regents Curriculum 37
Kansas Qualified Admissions 38
Grade Level Classifications 38
Kansas State High School Activities Association Eligibility 38
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Eligibility 39
Honors, Pre-AP & AP Classes 39
CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT WITH WASHBURN UNIVERSITY 40
TOPEKA PUBLIC SCHOOLS REGULATION 6150-4 40
Topeka Public Schools and Washburn University (WU) 40
Concurrent Enrollment Partnership (CEP) Courses 40
Concurrent Enrollment Partnership National Equity Lab Courses 40
Washburn Institute of Technology 40
Post-Secondary Courses and Eligibility 41
Credit/No Credit Options for High School Students 41
Weighted Courses and Grade Point Average 42
Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) - HPHS & THS 43
English Language Learners (ELL) - HPHS, THS & TWHS 43
Topeka High School International Studies Program 43
Jobs for America’s Graduates - HPHS, THS, and TWHS 45
Junior ROTC - HPHS, THS, and TWHS 46
Highland Park High School Air Force JROTC 46
Topeka West High School Army JROTC 46
Topeka High School Marine Corps JROTC 46
Topeka West Leadership Studies Program 47
Leadership Studies Graduation Distinction Requirements 47
English Language Learners (ELL) 48
(FACS) Family and Consumer Science 48
Resource/Intensive Instruction 53
Washburn Institute of Technology 59
(FACS) FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES 63
Architecture, Design, & Construction 102
Baking & Pastry Arts Management 102
Emergency Fire & Management 103
Engineering & Applied Math 104
Web & Digital Communications 106
Career Cluster Programs of Study
Architecture & Construction - Architecture, Design & Construction Pathway Career Cluster Program of Study | ||||||||
S e c o n d a r y | Minimum Graduation Requirements | SUGGESTED COURSE OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDY It is suggested that students consider dual credit and/or advanced placement opportunities for postsecondary credit. | ||||||
English 4 credits | Math 3 credits | Science 3 credits | Social Studies 3 credits | Electives** 11 credits | TCALC/WIT | Additional Learning Opportunities | ||
9 | English 9 Honors English 9 | Algebra 1 Honors Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry | Biology Honors Biology Earth Science Space Science | World History Honors World History | Physical Dimensions of Health -1 cr Fine Arts ● 1 credit Consumer & Personal Finance or Economics - .5 credit | School-Based: ☒ Naviance Research ☐ Internship ☐ Job Shadowing ☐ Other:_________________ Community Based: ☐ Mentorship ☐ Community Service (40 Hrs) ☐ Part-time Employment ☐ Other:_________________ Assessments/Certifications: ☒ Design & Pre-Construction Assessment ☒ OSHA 10 Assessments: ☐ Accuplacer Test (12 Gr) ☒ ACT Aspire (9-10 Gr) ☒ ACT (11-12 Gr) ☐ PSAT ☐ SAT ☐ ASVAB (10-12 Gr) ☒ WorkKeys (10-12 Gr) ☒ KS State Assessments Student Organizations: ☐ FBLA ☐ FCCLA ☒ Skills USA ☒ Robotics Club ☐ Other:_________________ | ||
10 | English 10 Honors English 10 | Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Pre-Calculus Functions/Trig | Earth Science Space Science Physical Science 1 Physical Science 2 Chemistry Ecology Human Anatomy & Physiology | Woodworking Principles (CC)✓ 1 cr Carpentry (CC)✓ 1 credit Furniture & Cabinetry Fab (CC)✓ 1 cr | ||||
11 | English 11 AP English Language & Comp Speech College Public Speaking* Film as Literature Sports Literature | Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Pre-Calculus Functions/Trig AP Statistics College Algebra* | Chemistry Honors Chemistry Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* AP Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US History 1 US History 2 AP US History 1* AP US History 2* College History 1 College History 2 | Intro to Industrial Tech (TCALC)✓ .5 cr Woodworking Principles (TCALC)✓ 1 cr Drafting/CAD (TCALC )✓ .5 cr Drafting Arch/Mech (TCALC)✓ 1 cr Carpentry (TCALC)✓ 1 credit | Architecture, Design & Construction Pathway @TCALC Drafting & Design @WIT | ||
12 | Senior Composition* Speech College Public Speaking* World Literature 1 & 2* Mythology Hispanic Literature African-American Literature The Great Plays AP English Literature & Comp* | Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig AP Statistics College Algebra* AP Calculus AB & BC | Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* AP Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US Government AP US Government | Carpentry (TCALC) ✓ 1 credit Architectural Design (TCALC)- 1 cr Research/Dsgn Pre-Constr (TCALC)-1 cr Furniture & Cabinetry Fabrication✓ 1 cr | Architecture, Design & Construction Pathway @TCALC Drafting & Design @WIT | ||
*Concurrent Credit Course ✓Career and Technical Education Course ●Fine Arts Course
**Courses in BOLD are required to complete this career pathway.
P o s t S e c o n d a r y | Architecture, Design & Construction Postsecondary Options (For more options, go to BigFuture College Search Tool) Colleges in BOLD have statewide articulation agreements that will enable a graduate to have a smooth transition from this career pathway to a corresponding occupational program at the postsecondary level. | |||
Technical College/Institute | 2-Year & Community Colleges | In State, 4-Year Colleges/Universities | Out of State/Other | |
Manhattan Area Technical College North Central KS Technical College Northwest KS Technical College | Cloud County Community College Independence Community College Johnson County Community College | Central Christian College of KS Haskell Indian Nations University | • Apprenticeship • Military • On-the-Job Training Missouri University of Science & Technology Ozarks Technical Community College State Technical College of Missouri | |
Sample Careers by Education Level | ||||
On-the-Job Training or Less | Technical Training or Associate’s Degree | Bachelor’s Degree | Master’s Degree or More | |
Bricklayers Stonemasons Cement Masons Cabinetmakers & Carpenters Drywall Finishers, Installers & Plasterers Electricians Fence Builders Heating & Cooling System Mechanics | Line Installers & Repairers Plumbers & Pipefitters Roofers Sheet Metal Workers Structural Metal Workers Surveying & Mapping Technicians Tile Setters Highway Maintenance Workers Paving Equip Operators | Commercial Divers Drafters Energy Auditors Interior Designers | Architects Commercial Divers Drafters Energy Auditors Interior Designers | Architects, Except Landscape & Naval Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary Engineering Managers Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary Historians Operations Research Analysts Political Scientists Sociologists Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary |
Arts, A/V Communications & Visual Arts - Digital Media Career Cluster Program of Study | ||||||||
S e c o n d a r y | Minimum Graduation Requirements | SUGGESTED COURSE OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDY It is suggested that students consider dual credit and/or advanced placement opportunities for postsecondary credit. | ||||||
English 4 credits | Math 3 credits | Science 3 credits | Social Studies 3 credits | Electives** 11 credits | TCALC/WIT | Additional Learning Opportunities | ||
9 | English 9 Honors English 9 | Algebra 1 Honors Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry | Biology Honors Biology Earth Science Space Science | World History Honors World History Current Social Issues | Physical Dimensions of Health -1 cr Fine Arts ● 1 credit Consumer & Personal Finance ✓.5 cr Integrated Computer Apps ✓.5 cr 21st Century Journalism ✓.5 cr Digital Media Technology ✓.5 cr | School-Based: ☒ Naviance Research ☐ Internship ☐ Job Shadowing ☐ Other:_________________ Community Based: ☐ Mentorship ☐ Community Service (40 Hrs) ☐ Part-time Employment ☐ Other:_________________ Assessments/Certifications: ☒ Adobe Certifications ☒ Microsoft Office Specialist Certifications ☒ OSHA CareerSafe ☒ Fundamentals of Project Mgmt Assessments: ☐ Accuplacer Test (12 Gr) ☒ ACT Aspire (9-10 Gr) ☒ ACT (11-12 Gr) ☐ PSAT ☐ SAT ☐ ASVAB (10-12 Gr) ☒ WorkKeys (10-12 Gr) ☒ KS State Assessments Student Organizations: ☒ Skills USA ☐ Other:_________________ | ||
10 | English 10 Honors English 10 | Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig | Earth Science Space Science Physical Science 1 Physical Science 2 Chemistry Ecology Human Anatomy & Physiology | Graphic Design 1 ✓.5 credit Photojournalism ✓.5 credit A/V Production Fundamentals ✓.5 cr Principles of Marketing ✓1 credit Digital Photography 1 ✓.5 credit | ||||
11 | English 11 AP English Language & Comp Speech | Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig Probability & Stats AP Statistics* College Algebra* | Chemistry Honors Chemistry Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science | US History 1 US History 2 AP US History 1* AP US History 2* College History 1 College History 2 | Graphic Design 2 (HS/TCALC) ✓1 cr Photojournalism ✓.5 credit Video Production (HS/TCALC) ✓1 cr Digital Photography 1 ✓.5 cr Digital Marketing (TCALC) ✓.5 cr AV Production Fund (HS/TCALC) ✓1 cr Digital Marketing (TCALC) ✓.5 cr Adv Publications (Newspaper or Yearbook) ✓1 credit | Digital Media @TCALC | ||
12 | Senior Composition* College Public Speaking* AP English Literature & Comp* | Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig Probability & Stats AP Statistics* College Algebra* AP Calculus AB & BC | Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US Government AP US Government Current Social Issues Economics Psychology Sociology | Graphic Design 2 ✓1 credit Photojournalism ✓.5 cr A/V Production Fundamentals ✓.5 cr Digital Photography 1 ✓.5 credit Adv Publications (Newspaper or Yearbook) ✓1 credit Digital Media Proj Mgt (HS/TCALC)✓1 cr Digital Media Dsgn/Prod (HS/TCALC)✓1cr Media/Public Relations (TCALC) ✓.5 cr | Digital Media @TCALC | ||
*Concurrent Credit Course ✓Career and Technical Education Course ●Fine Arts Course
**Courses in BOLD are required to complete this career pathway.
P o s t S e c o n d a r y | Digital Media Postsecondary Options (For more options, go to BigFuture College Search Tool) Colleges in BOLD have statewide articulation agreements that will enable a graduate to have a smooth transition from this career pathway to a corresponding occupational program at the postsecondary level. | |||
Technical College/Institute | 2-Year & Community Colleges | In State, 4-Year Colleges/Universities | Out of State/Other | |
Manhattan Area Technical College N Central KS Technical College Northwest KS Technical College Washburn Institute of Technology | Cloud County Community College Independence Community College | Central Christian College of KS | • Apprenticeship • Military • On-the-Job Training Metropolitan Community College Northwest Missouri State University University of Missouri St. Louis | |
Sample Careers By Educational Level | |||
On-the-Job Training or Less | Technical Training or Associate Degree | Bachelor’s Degree | Master’s Degree or More |
Bookbinders & Bindery Workers Camera/Photographic Equipment Repairers Communications Equipment Mechanics Designers Movie Projectionists Photographers Printing Press Operators Proofreaders Ushers & Ticket Takers | Audio/Video Equipment Technicians Broadcast Technicians & Sound Engineering Techs Camera Operators, Film & Video Editors Communications Equipment Mechanics Computer, Automated Teller, & Office Machine Repairers Desktop Publishers & Page Layout Workers Directors: Stage, Motion Pictures, Television, & Radio Electronic Home Entertainment Installers/Repairers Fashion Designers & Interior Designers Multimedia Artists & Animators Music Directors Poets, Lyricists & Creative Writers Producers Radio Mechanics & Operators Telecommunications Equipment Installers & Repairers | Agents and Business Managers Animators & Multimedia Artists Broadcast News Analysts & News Reporters Copy Writers, Technical Writers & Editors Directors: Stage, Motion Pictures, Television, & Radio Film & Video Editors Graphic Designers Industrial Designers Interpreters & Translators Museum Technicians & Conservators Poets, Lyricists & Creative Writers Proofreaders & Copy Markers Reporters & Correspondents Set & Exhibit Designers Vocational Education Teachers, Postsecondary | Communications Teachers, Postsecondary English Language Teachers, Postsecondary English Literature Teachers, Postsecondary Historians Librarians |
Arts, A/V Communications & Visual Arts - Graphic Design Career Cluster Program of Study | ||||||||
S e c o n d a r y | Minimum Graduation Requirements | SUGGESTED COURSE OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDY It is suggested that students consider dual credit and/or advanced placement opportunities for postsecondary credit. | ||||||
English 4 credits | Math 3 credits | Science 3 credits | Social Studies 3 credits | Electives** 11 credits | TCALC/WIT | Additional Learning Opportunities | ||
9 | English 9 Honors English 9 21st Century Journalism | Algebra 1 Honors Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry | Biology Honors Biology Earth Science Space Science | World History Honors World History Current Social Issues | Physical Dimensions of Health -1 cr Fine Arts ● 1 credit Consumer & Personal Finance ✓.5 cr Integrated Computer Apps ✓.5 cr Design ✓.5 credit Principles of Illustration ✓.5 cr | School-Based: ☒ Naviance Research ☐ Internship ☐ Job Shadowing ☐ Other:_________________ Community Based: ☐ Mentorship ☐ Community Service (40 Hrs) ☐ Part-time Employment ☐ Other:_________________ Assessments/Certifications: ☒ Adobe Certifications ☒ OSHA CareerSafe Assessments: ☐ Accuplacer Test (12 Gr) ☒ ACT Aspire (9-10 Gr) ☒ ACT (11-12 Gr) ☐ PSAT ☐ SAT ☐ ASVAB (10-12 Gr) ☒ WorkKeys (10-12 Gr) ☒ KS State Assessments Student Organizations: ☐ FBLA ☐ FCCLA ☒ Skills USA ☐ Other:_________________ | ||
10 | English 10 Honors English 10 21st Century Journalism | Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig | Earth Science Space Science Physical Science 1 Physical Science 2 Chemistry Ecology Human Anatomy & Physiology | Graphic Design 1 ✓.5 credit Integrated Computer Apps ✓.5 cr Multimedia ✓1 credit World Language -1 credit Digital Photography 1 ✓.5 credit Principles of Illustration ✓.5 cr | ||||
11 | English 11 AP English Language & Comp Speech College Public Speaking* Debate/Forensics | Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig Probability & Stats AP Statistics* College Algebra* | Chemistry Honors Chemistry Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US History 1 US History 2 AP US History 1* AP US History 2* College History 1 College History 2 | Graphic Design 2 (HS/TCALC) ✓1 cr Media Tech Workplace Experience ✓1 cr Digital Photography 1 ✓.5 credit Project Management (TCALC) ✓1 cr | |||
12 | Senior Composition* College Public Speaking* Hispanic Literature African-American Literature AP English Literature & Comp* Debate/Forensics | Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig Probability & Stats AP Statistics* College Algebra* AP Calculus AB & BC | Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US Government AP US Government Current Social Issues Economics Issues in Psychology Sociology | Graphic Design 2 (HS/TCALC) ✓1 cr Media Tech Workplace Experience ✓1 cr Digital Photography 1 ✓.5 credit Project Management (TCALC) ✓1 cr | |||
*Concurrent Credit Course ✓Career and Technical Education Course ●Fine Arts Course
**Courses in BOLD are required to complete this career pathway.
P o s t S e c o n d a r y | Graphic Design Postsecondary Options (For more options, go to BigFuture College Search Tool) Colleges in BOLD have statewide articulation agreements that will enable a graduate to have a smooth transition from this career pathway to a corresponding occupational program at the postsecondary level. | |||
Technical College/Institute | 2-Year & Community Colleges | In State, 4-Year Colleges/Universities | Out of State/Other | |
Manhattan Area Technical College | Cloud County Community College Independence Community College | Central Christian College of KS | • Apprenticeship • Military • On-the-Job Training Metropolitan Community College Northwest Missouri State University University of Missouri St. Louis | |
Sample Careers By Educational Level | ||
On-the-Job Training or Less | Technical Training or Associate Degree | Bachelor’s Degree |
Bookbinders and Bindery Workers Camera/Photographic Equipment Repairers Communications Equipment Mechanics Designers Movie Projectionists Photographers Printing Press Operators Proofreaders Ushers and Ticket Takers | Audio and Video Equipment Technicians Broadcast Technicians and Sound Engineering Techs Camera Operators, Film and Video Editors Communications Equipment Mechanics Computer, Automated Teller, & Office Machine Repairers Desktop Publishers and Page Layout Workers Directors: Stage, Motion Pictures, Television, and Radio Electronic Home Entertainment Equipment Installers/Repairers Fashion Designers and Interior Designers Multimedia Artists and Animators Music Directors and Producers Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers Radio Mechanics and Operators Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers | Agents and Business Managers Animators and Multimedia Artists Broadcast News Analysts and News Reporters Copy Writers, Technical Writers and Editors Directors: Stage, Motion Pictures, Television, and Radio Film and Video Editors Graphic Designers Interpreters and Translators Multimedia Artists and Animators Museum Technicians and Conservators Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers Proofreaders & CopyMakers Reporters and Correspondents Set and Exhibit Designers Vocational Education Teachers, Postsecondary |
Business Management Career Cluster Program of Study | ||||||||
S e c o n d a r y | Minimum Graduation Requirements | SUGGESTED COURSE OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDY It is suggested that students consider dual credit and/or advanced placement opportunities for postsecondary credit | ||||||
English 4 credits | Math 3 credits | Science 3 credits | Social Studies 3 credits | Electives** 11 credits | TCALC/WIT | Additional Learning Opportunities | ||
9 | English 9 Honors English 9 | Algebra 1 Honors Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry | Biology Honors Biology Earth Science Space Science | World History Honors World History Current Social Issues | Physical Dimensions of Health-1 cr Fine Arts ● - 1 credit Consumer & Personal Finance✓ .5 cr Intro to Business✓ .5 credit Culinary Essentials✓ .5 credit | School-Based: ☒ Naviance Research ☐ Internship ☐ Job Shadowing ☐ Other:_________________ Community Based: ☐ Mentorship ☐ Community Service (40 Hrs) ☐ Part-time Employment ☐ Other:_________________ Assessments/Certifications: ☒ Adobe Illustrator Certification ☒ MBA Research Standard Bus. Mgmt & Admin exam ☒ Fundamental Business Concepts ☒ Microsoft Office Specialist Certifications ☒ QuickBooks Certified User ☒ Digital Literacy Certification ☒ OSHA 10 Assessments: ☐ Accuplacer Test (12 Gr) ☒ ACT Aspire (9-10 Gr) ☒ ACT (11-12 Gr) ☐ PSAT ☐ SAT ☐ ASVAB (10-12 Gr) ☒ WorkKeys (10-12 Gr) ☒ KS State Assessments Student Organizations: ☒ FBLA ☐ Other:_________________ | ||
10 | English 10 Honors English 10 | Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig | Earth Science Space Science Physical Science 1 Physical Science 2 Chemistry Ecology Human Anatomy & Physiology | Intro to Business✓ .5 cr Principles of Marketing✓ .5 cr Accounting 1✓ .5 credit Accounting 2✓ .5 credit Business Communications-.5 cr Entrepreneurship✓ .5 credit Culinary Essentials✓ .5 credit Carpentry✓ .5 credit | ||||
11 | English 11 AP English Language & Comp Speech College Public Speaking* Debate/Forensics | Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig Probability & Stats AP Statistics* College Algebra* | Chemistry Honors Chemistry Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US History 1 US History 2 AP US History 1* AP US History 2* College History 1 College History 2 | Principles of Marketing✓ .5 cr Entrepreneurship✓ .5 credit Accounting 1✓ .5 credit Accounting 2✓ .5 credit Business Communications-.5 cr Web Design✓ .5 credit Business Management✓ .5 cr Business Economics✓ .5 cr Applied Business Mgmt✓ 1 cr Carpentry✓ .5 credit | Business Program @WIT | ||
12 | Senior Composition* Speech College Public Speaking* World Literature 1 & 2* Hispanic Literature African-American Literature AP English Literature & Comp* Debate/Forensics | Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig Probability & Stats AP Statistics* College Algebra* AP Calculus AB & BC | Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US Government AP USGovernment Current Social Issues Economics Issues in Psychology Sociology | Business Communications-.5 cr Web Design✓ .5 credit Business Management✓ .5 cr Business Economics✓ .5 cr Applied Business Mgmt✓ 1 cr | Business Program @WIT | ||
*Concurrent Credit Course ✓Career and Technical Education Course ●Fine Arts Course
**Courses in BOLD are required to complete this career pathway.
P o s t S e c o n d a r y | Business Management Postsecondary Options (For more options, go to BigFuture College Search Tool) Colleges in BOLD have statewide articulation agreements that will enable a graduate to have a smooth transition from this career pathway to a corresponding occupational program at the postsecondary level. | |||
Technical College/Institute | 2-Year & Community Colleges | In State, 4-Year Colleges/Universities | Out of State/Other | |
Cloud County Community College Independence Community College | • Apprenticeship • Military • On-the-Job Training Metropolitan Community College University of Missouri: Columbia University of Missouri: Kansas City | |||
Sample Careers By Educational Level | |||
On-the-Job Training or Less | Technical Training or Associate Degree | Bachelor’s Degree | Master’s Degree or More |
Billing Clerks Bookkeeping and Accounting Clerks Computer Operators Copy Machine Operators Couriers and Messengers Data Entry File Clerks General Office Clerks Human Resources Assistants Interviewing Clerks Mail Clerks Order Clerks and Stock Clerks Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks Receptionists Secretaries Shipping and Receiving Clerks Typists | Court Reporters First-Line Supervisors/Managers General and Operations Managers Production and Operating Workers | Administrative Services Managers Advertising Managers Business Executives Computer and Information Systems Managers Employee Training Specialists Employment Interviewers and Recruiters Human Resources Managers Job Benefits and Analysis Specialists Management Analysts Market Research Analysts Meeting and Convention Planners Property and Real Estate Managers Public Relations Managers, Specialists Purchasing Manager and Sales Managers Regulatory Affairs Specialists Social and Community Services Managers Storage and Distribution Managers | Business Teacher, Postsecondary Chief Executives Controller, Treasurers Economists Medical and Health Services Managers Operations Research Analysts Statisticians |
Education & Training - Teaching/Training Career Cluster Program of Study | ||||||||
S e c o n d a r y | Minimum Graduation Requirements | SUGGESTED COURSE OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDY It is suggested that students consider dual credit and/or advanced placement opportunities for postsecondary credit. | ||||||
English 4 credits | Math 3 credits | Science 3 credits | Social Studies 3 credits | Electives** 11 credits | TCALC/WIT | Additional Learning Opportunities | ||
9 | English 9 Honors English 9 | Algebra 1 Honors Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry | Biology Honors Biology Earth Science Space Science | World History Honors World History Current Social Issues | Physical Dimensions of Health- 1 cr Fine Arts ● - 1 credit Consumer & Personal Finance ✓ .5 credit Career & Life Planning✓ .5 credit Human Growth & Develop ✓ .5 cr | School-Based: ☒ Naviance Research ☐ Internship ☐ Job Shadowing ☐ Other:_________________ Community Based: ☐ Mentorship ☐ Community Service (40 Hrs) ☐ Part-time Employment ☐ Other:_________________ Assessments/Certifications: ☒ Education Fundamentals ☒ Paraprofessional Certification ☒ OSHA CareerSafe Assessments: ☐ Accuplacer Test (12 Gr) ☒ ACT Aspire (9-10 Gr) ☒ ACT (11-12 Gr) ☐ PSAT ☐ SAT ☐ ASVAB (10-12 Gr) ☒ WorkKeys (10-12 Gr) ☒ KS State Assessments Student Organizations: ☐ FBLA ☐ FCCLA ☐ Other:_________________ | ||
10 | English 10 Honors English 10 | Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig | Earth Science Space Science Physical Science 1 Physical Science 2 Chemistry Ecology | Career & Life Planning✓ .5 credit Human Growth & Develop ✓ .5 cr | ||||
11 | English 11 AP English Language & Comp Speech College Public Speaking* 21st Century/Global Comms Debate/Forensics | Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Probability & Statistics* Functions/Trig AP Statistics College Algebra* | Chemistry Honors Chemistry Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US History 1 US History 2 AP US History 1* AP US History 2* College History 1 College History 2 | Teaching Observation (TCALC)✓ .5 cr Teaching as a Career(TCALC) ✓ 1 cr | Teaching as a Profession @TCALC | ||
12 | Senior Composition* Speech College Public Speaking* World Literature 1 & 2* 21st Century/Global Comms Hispanic Literature African-American Literature AP English Literature & Comp* Debate/Forensics | Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig AP Statistics College Algebra* AP Calculus AB & BC Probability & Statistics* | Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US Government AP US Government Current Social Issues Ethnic Studies Issues in Psychology Sociology | Teaching Observation (TCALC)✓ .5 cr Teaching Internship (TCALC)✓ 1 cr Educational Leadership Trng (TCALC)✔1cr | Teaching as a Profession @TCALC | ||
*Concurrent Credit Course ✓Career and Technical Education Course ●Fine Arts Course
**Courses in BOLD are required to complete this career pathway.
P o s t S e c o n d a r y | Teaching/Training Postsecondary Options (For more options, go to BigFuture College Search Tool) Colleges in BOLD have statewide articulation agreements that will enable a graduate to have a smooth transition from this career pathway to a corresponding occupational program at the postsecondary level. | |||
Technical College/Institute | 2-Year & Community Colleges | In State, 4-Year Colleges/Universities | Out of State/Other | |
Manhattan Area Technical College North Central KS Technical College Northwest KS Technical College Washburn Institute of Technology Wichita Area Technical College | Cloud County Community College Independence Community College Johnson County Community College | Central Christian College of KS Haskell Indian Nations University | • Apprenticeship • Military • On-the-Job Training State Technical College of Missouri University of Missouri - Kansas City Washington University in St. Louis | |
Sample Careers By Educational Level | |||
On-the-Job Training or Less | Technical Training or Associate Degree | Bachelor’s Degree | Master’s Degree or More |
Audio-Visual Specialists Coaches and Scouts Library Assistant Teacher Aides | Adult and Vocational Education Instructors Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors Library Technical Assistants Preschool Teachers Teacher Assistants | Adult and Vocational Education Instructors Adult Literacy, Remedial Education, GED Teachers Audio-Visual Specialists Education Administrators Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle/High School Teachers Employee Training Specialists Poets, Lyricists, and Creative Writer Public Health Educators Special Education Teachers | Adult and Vocational Education Instructors Audiologist or Speech Pathologist Coaches and Scouts College and University Administrator Curriculum/Instruction Coordinators Dieticians and Nutritionist Historian or Librarian School Administrator or Teacher School Psychologist |
Finance - Business Finance Career Cluster Program of Study | ||||||||
S e c o n d a r y | Minimum Graduation Requirements | SUGGESTED COURSE OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDY It is suggested that students consider dual credit and/or advanced placement opportunities for postsecondary credit. | ||||||
English 4 credits | Math 3 credits | Science 3 credits | Social Studies 3 credits | Electives** 11 credits | TCALC/WIT | Additional Learning Opportunities | ||
9 | English 9 Honors English 9 | Algebra 1 Honors Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry | Biology Honors Biology Earth Science Space Science | World History Honors World History Current Social Issues | Physical Dimensions of Health-1 cr Fine Arts ● 1 credit Consumer & Personal Finance✓ .5 cr Intro to Business✓ .5 credit | School-Based: ☒ Naviance Research ☐ Internship ☐ Job Shadowing ☐ Other:_________________ Community Based: ☐ Mentorship ☐ Community Service (40 Hrs) ☐ Part-time Employment ☐ Other:_________________ Assessments/Certifications: ☒ Microsoft Office Specialist Certifications ☒ QuickBooks Certified User ☒ Concepts of Finance Certification ☒ Digital Literacy Certification ☒ OSHA 10 Assessments: ☐ Accuplacer Test (12 Gr) ☒ ACT Aspire (9-10 Gr) ☒ ACT (11-12 Gr) ☐ PSAT ☐ SAT ☐ ASVAB (10-12 Gr) ☒ WorkKeys (10-12 Gr) ☒ KS State Assessments Student Organizations: ☒ FBLA ☐ Other:_________________ | ||
10 | English 10 Honors English 10 | Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig | Earth Science Space Science Physical Science 1 Physical Science 2 Chemistry Ecology Human Anatomy & Physiology | Consumer & Personal Finance✓ .5 cr Intro to Business✓ .5 credit Accounting 1✓ .5 credit Accounting 2✓ .5 credit Business Communications - .5 cr World Language - 1 credit Entrepreneurship✓ - .5 credit | ||||
11 | English 11 AP English Language & Comp Speech College Public Speaking* 21st Century/Global Comms Debate/Forensics Hispanic Literature | Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig Probability & Stats AP Statistics* College Algebra* | Chemistry Honors Chemistry Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US History 1 US History 2 AP US History 1* AP US History 2* College History 1 College History 2 | Entrepreneurship✓ .5 credit Business Law✓ .5 credit Accounting 1✓ .5 credit Accounting 2✓ .5 credit Advanced Accounting✓ 1 cr Banking & Finance✓ .5 cr Investing✓ .5 credit Business Communications- .5 cr World Language- 1 credit | |||
12 | Senior Composition* Speech College Public Speaking* World Literature 1 & 2* 21st Century/Global Comms African-American Literature AP English Literature & Comp* Debate/Forensics | Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig Probability & Stats AP Statistics* College Algebra* AP Calculus AB & BC | Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US Government AP US Government Current Social Issues Economics Issues in Psychology Sociology | Business Law✓ .5 credit Advanced Accounting✓ 1 cr Banking & Finance✓ - .5 cr Investing✓ .5 credit Business Communications - .5 cr World Language - 1 credit | |||
*Concurrent Credit Course ✓Career and Technical Education Course ●Fine Arts Course
**Courses in BOLD are required to complete this career pathway. Students must complete Banking & Finance OR Advanced Accounting to meet the requirements at the application level.
P o s t S e c o n d a r y | Business Finance Postsecondary Options (For more options, go to BigFuture College Search Tool) Colleges in BOLD have statewide articulation agreements that will enable a graduate to have a smooth transition from this career pathway to a corresponding occupational program at the postsecondary level. | |||
Technical College/Institute | 2-Year & Community Colleges | In State, 4-Year Colleges/Universities | Out of State/Other | |
Manhattan Area Technical College North Central KS Technical College Northwest KS Technical College Wichita Area Technical College | Cloud County Community College Independence Community College Johnson County Community College Neosho County Community College Seward County Community College | Central Christian College of KS Haskell Indian Nations University | Metropolitan Community College University of Missouri: Columbia University of Missouri - Kansas City Washington University in St. Louis | |
Sample Careers By Educational Level | |||
On-the-Job Training or Less | Technical Training or Associate Degree | Bachelor’s Degree | Master’s Degree or More |
Bank Tellers Bill and Account Collectors Brokerage Clerks Credit Checkers and Authorizers Insurance Adjusters and Examiners Insurance Policy and Claims Clerks Loan Clerks Tax Preparers Title Examiners and Searchers | Claims Examiners, Property and Casualty Insurance Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage Insurance Sales Agents Insurance Underwriters | Accountants and Auditors Appraisers and Assessors Budget Analysts Credit Analysts Financial Analysts Financial Examiners and Managers Insurance Agents and Underwriters Loan Officers Securities Salespeople | Actuaries Business Teacher, Postsecondary Economists Treasurers and Controllers |
Health Science - Sports Medicine Career Cluster Program of Study | ||||||||
S e c o n d a r y | Minimum Graduation Requirements | SUGGESTED COURSE OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDY It is suggested that students consider dual credit and/or advanced placement opportunities for postsecondary credit. | ||||||
English 4 credits | Math 3 credits | Science 3 credits | Social Studies 3 credits | Electives** 11 credits | TCALC/WIT | Additional Learning Opportunities | ||
9 | English 9 Honors English 9 | Algebra 1 Honors Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry | Biology Honors Biology Earth Science Space Science | World History Honors World History Current Social Issues | Physical Dimensions of Health- 1 cr Fine Arts ● - 1 credit Consumer & Personal Finance✓ .5 cr Integrated Computer Apps✓ .5 cr | School-Based: ☒ Naviance Research ☐ Internship ☐ Job Shadowing ☐ Other:_________________ Community Based: ☐ Mentorship ☐ Community Service (40 Hrs) ☐ Part-time Employment ☐ Other:_________________ Assessments/Certifications: ☒ CMA ☒ EMT ☒ CNA ☒ EMR ☒ CPR ☒ First Aid ☒ National Health Science Assessment ☒ OSHA CareerSafe Assessments: ☐ Accuplacer Test (12 Gr) ☒ ACT Aspire (9-10 Gr) ☒ ACT (11-12 Gr) ☐ PSAT ☐ SAT ☐ ASVAB (10-12 Gr) ☒ WorkKeys (10-12 Gr) ☒ KS State Assessments Student Organizations: ☐ FBLA ☐ Other:_________________ | ||
10 | English 10 Honors English 10 | Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Pre-Calculus Functions/Trig | Earth Science Space Science Physical Science 1 Physical Science 2 Chemistry Human Anatomy & Physiology | Integrated Computer Apps✓ .5 cr Nutrition & Wellness ✓ .5 credit | ||||
11 | English 11 AP English Language & Comp Speech College Public Speaking* 21st Century/Global Comms Debate/Forensics | Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Pre-Calculus Functions/Trig AP Statistics College Algebra* Technical Math (TCALC) | Chemistry Honors Chemistry Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US History 1 US History 2 AP US History 1* AP US History 2* College History 1 College History 2 | Sports Medicine I (TCALC)✓ -1 cr Sports Medicine II (TCALC)✓ 1 cr Physical Therapy (TCALC )✓ .5 cr Care of Athletes (TCALC)✓ .5 cr | Sports Medicine Pathway @TCALC Health Care Program @WIT | ||
12 | Senior Composition* Speech College Public Speaking* World Literature 1 & 2* 21st Century/Global Comms Hispanic Literature African-American Literature AP English Literature & Comp* Debate/Forensics | Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Pre-Calculus Functions/Trig AP Statistics College Algebra* AP Calculus AB & BC Technical Math (TCALC) | Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US Government AP US Government Current Social Issues Ethnic Studies Issues in Psychology Sociology | Medical Interventions (TCALC)✓ 1 cr Special Health Topics (TCALC) ✓ 1 cr Project Management (TCALC)✓ 1 cr Nutrition & Wellness ✓ .5 credit | Sports Medicine Pathway @TCALC Health Care Program @WIT | ||
*Concurrent Credit Course ✓Career and Technical Education Course ●Fine Arts Course
**Courses in BOLD are required to complete this career pathway.
P o s t S e c o n d a r y | Sports Medicine Postsecondary Options (For more options, go to BigFuture College Search Tool) Colleges in BOLD have statewide articulation agreements that will enable a graduate to have a smooth transition from this career pathway to a corresponding occupational program at the postsecondary level. | |||
Technical College/Institute | 2-Year & Community Colleges | In State, 4-Year Colleges/Universities | Out of State/Other | |
Manhattan Area Technical College North Central KS Technical College Wichita Area Technical College | Cloud County Community College Independence Community College Johnson County Community College Neosho County Community College Seward County Community College | Central Christian College of KS | • Apprenticeship • Military • On-the-Job Training | |
Sample Careers By Educational Level | |||
On-the-Job Training or Less | Technical Training or Associate Degree | Bachelor’s Degree | Master’s Degree or More |
Dental Assistants Dental Laboratory Technicians Home Health Aides Medical Appliance Technicians Medical Assistants Medical Equipment Preparers Medical Secretaries Personal and Home Care Aides Pharmacy Aides Pharmacy Technicians Physical Therapist Aides Psychiatric Aides | Cardiovascular Technologists Dental Hygienists Emergency Medical Technicians Health Information Technicians Licensed Practical Nurses and Nurse Assistants Medical Laboratory Technicians Medical Sonographers Medical Transcriptionists Occupational Therapist Assistants Physical Therapist Assistants Radiation and Respiratory Therapists Radiologic Technologists Registered Nurses Surgical Technologists Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | Administrative Services Managers Athletic Trainers Biomedical Engineers Computer Programmers Computer Software Engineers, Applications Dietitians Health Educators Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists Medical Laboratory Technologists Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Orthotic and Prosthetic Specialists Petroleum Engineers Public Relations Specialists Recreational Therapists Rehabilitation Counselors | Athletic Trainers, Physical and Occupational Therapists Biologists - Zoologists/Wildlife and Veterinarians Physicists, Hydrologists, Epidemiologists Clinical Psychologists and Mental Health Counselors Communications Teachers, Postsecondary Computer and Information Scientists, Research Dietitians, Nutritionists Farm and Home Management Advisors Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary Home Economics Teachers, Postsecondary Medical/Health Services and Natural Sciences Managers Medical Scientists and Pharmacists Nurse Anesthetists and Physician Assistants Orthotics and Prosthetics Speech-Language Pathologists |
Hospitality & Tourism - Restaurant & Event Management Career Cluster Program of Study | ||||||||
S e c o n d a r y | Minimum Graduation Requirements | SUGGESTED COURSE OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDY It is suggested that students consider dual credit and/or advanced placement opportunities for postsecondary credit. | ||||||
English 4 credits | Math 3 credits | Science 3 credits | Social Studies 3 credits | Electives** 11 credits | TCALC/WIT | Additional Learning Opportunities | ||
9 | English 9 Honors English 9 | Algebra 1 Honors Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry | Biology Honors Biology Earth Science Space Science | World History Honors World History | Physical Dimensions of Health-1 cr Fine Arts ● - 1 credit Career & Life Planning ✓ .5 cr Introduction to Business ✓ .5 cr Culinary Essentials ✓ .5 cr | School-Based: ☒ Naviance Research ☐ Internship ☐ Job Shadowing ☐ Other:_________________ Community Based: ☐ Mentorship ☐ Community Service (40 Hrs) ☐ Part-time Employment ☐ Other:_________________ Assessments/Certifications: ☒ Serv-Safe-Food Handlers and Manager ☒ AAFCS pre-PAC Culinary Arts ☒ AAFCS pre-PAC Broad Field Family & ConsumerSciences ☒ KRHA Pro-Start ☒ OSHA 10 CareerSafe Assessments: ☐ Accuplacer Test (12 Gr) ☒ ACT Aspire (9-10 Gr) ☒ ACT (11-12 Gr) ☐ PSAT ☐ SAT ☐ ASVAB (10-12 Gr) ☒ WorkKeys (10-12 Gr) ☒ KS State Assessments Student Organizations: ☒ FBLA ☐ FCCLA ☐ Other:_________________ | ||
10 | English 10 Honors English 10 | Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig | Earth Science Space Science Physical Science 1 Physical Science 2 Chemistry Zoology 1 & 2 Human Anatomy & Physiology | Culinary Essentials ✓ .5 cr Entrepreneurship ✓ .5 credit Principles of Marketing ✓ 1 cr Nutrition & Wellness ✓ .5 cr Culinary Arts I ✓ 1 credit | ||||
11 | English 11 AP English Language & Comp Speech College Public Speaking* | Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig Probability and Statistics* College Algebra* | Chemistry Honors Chemistry Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Zoology 1 & 2 Human Anatomy & Physiology | US History 1 US History 2 AP US History 1* AP US History 2* College History 1 College History 2 | Entrepreneurship ✓ .5 credit Principles of Marketing ✓ 1 cr Nutrition & Wellness ✓ .5 cr Culinary Arts I (HS/TCALC)✓ 1 cr Baking & Pastry Arts I (TCALC)✓ 1 cr Baking & Pastry Arts 2 (TCALC)✓ 1 cr Culinary Applications (HS/TCALC)✓1 cr Community Connections(HS/TCALC)✓.5 cr Career Connections (HS/TCALC)✓ .5 cr Food Science (TCALC)✔- 1 cr | Baking & Pastry Arts Mgmt @TCALC Culinary Arts @WIT | ||
12 | Senior Composition* Speech College Public Speaking* World Literature 1 & 2* Mythology Film as Literature Sports Literature Hispanic Literature African-American Literature The Great Plays AP English Literature & Comp* | Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig Probability and Stats* College Algebra* AP Calculus | Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Zoology 1 & 2 Human Anatomy & Physiology | US Government AP US Government | Culinary Applications (HS/TCALC)✓ 1 cr Community Connections(HS/TCALC)✓.5 cr Career Connections (HS/TCALC)✓ .5 cr | Baking & Pastry Arts Mgmt @TCALC Culinary Arts @WIT | ||
*Concurrent Credit Course ✓Career and Technical Education Course ●Fine Arts Course
**Courses in BOLD are required to complete this career pathway.
P o s t S e c o n d a r y | Restaurant & Event Management Postsecondary Options (For more options, go to BigFuture College Search Tool) Colleges in BOLD have statewide articulation agreements that will enable a graduate to have a smooth transition from this career pathway to a corresponding occupational program at the postsecondary level. | |||
Technical College/Institute | 2-Year & Community Colleges | In State, 4-Year Colleges/Universities | Out of State/Other | |
North Central KS Technical College Northwest KS Technical College Washburn Institute of Technology | Independence Community College Johnson County Community College Seward County Community College | Central Christian College of KS Haskell Indian Nations University | • Apprenticeship • Military • On-the-Job Training Art Institutes International-KC | |
Sample Careers by Education Level | ||||
On-the-Job Training or Less | Tech Training or Associate’s Degree | Bachelor’s Degree | Master’s Degree or More | |
Amusement/Recreation Workers Baggage Porters and Bellhops Bartenders Casino Gaming Workers Chefs and Dinner Cooks Concierges, Hotel Desk Clerks Counter Attendants Fast Food Cooks Food Preparation Workers Janitors and Cleaners | Kitchen Helpers Maids and Housekeepers Professional Athletes Recreation Attendants/Guides/Workers Reservation and Ticket Agents Restaurant Hosts Tour Guides Umpires and Referees Waiters and Waitresses | Animal Trainers Casino Gaming Workers First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Housekeeping & Janitorial Workers Flight Attendants Food Services and Lodging Managers Reservation/Transportation Ticket Agents Residential Advisors Self-Enrichment Education Teachers Travel Agents and Travel Clerks | Interpreters and Translators Meeting and Convention Planners Recreation Workers Set and Exhibit Designers Social and Community Service Managers | Farm and Home Mgmt Advisors |
Human Services - Family, Community & Consumer Services Career Cluster Program of Study | ||||||||
S e c o n d a r y | Minimum Graduation Requirements | SUGGESTED COURSE OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDY It is suggested that students consider dual credit and/or advanced placement opportunities for postsecondary credit. | ||||||
English 4 credits | Math 3 credits | Science 3 credits | Social Studies 3 credits | Electives** 11 credits | TCALC/WIT | Additional Learning Opportunities | ||
9 | English 9 Honors English 9 | Algebra 1 Honors Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry | Biology Honors Biology Earth Science Space Science | World History Honors World History Current Social Issues | Physical Dimensions of Health- 1 cr Fine Arts ● - 1 credit Career & Life Planning✓ .5 credit Human Growth & Develop✓ .5 cr Culinary Essentials ✓ .5 credit | School-Based: ☒ Naviance Research ☐ Internship ☐ Job Shadowing ☐ Other:_________________ Community Based: ☐ Mentorship ☐ Community Service (40 Hrs) ☐ Part-time Employment ☐ Other:_________________ Assessments/Certifications: ☒ AAFCS pre-PAC Certifications ☒ OSHA CareerSafe General & Cyber Safety Awareness Assessments: ☐ Accuplacer Test (12 Gr) ☒ ACT Aspire (9-10 Gr) ☒ ACT (11-12 Gr) ☐ PSAT ☐ SAT ☐ ASVAB (10-12 Gr) ☒ WorkKeys (10-12 Gr) ☒ KS State Assessments Student Organizations: ☐ FBLA ☐ FCCLA ☐ Other:_________________ | ||
10 | English 10 Honors English 10 | Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig | Earth Science Space Science Physical Science 1 Physical Science 2 Chemistry Zoology 1 & 2 Human Anatomy & Physiology | Parenting ✓ .5 credit Consumer & Personal Finance✓ .5 cr Nutrition & Wellness ✓ .5 credit Human Growth & Develop✓ .5 cr Culinary Essentials ✓ .5 credit | ||||
11 | English 11 AP English Language & Comp Speech College Public Speaking* Debate/Forensics Film as Literature Sports Literature | Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig AP Statistics Probability and Statistics* College Algebra* | Chemistry Honors Chemistry Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Zoology 1 & 2 Human Anatomy & Physiology | US History 1 US History 2 AP US History 1* AP US History 2* College History 1 College History 2 | Parenting ✓ .5 credit Consumer & Personal Finance ✓ .5 cr Leadership Service in Action✓ .5 cr Community Connections ✓ .5 cr Career Connections ✓ .5 credit | |||
12 | Senior Composition* Speech College Public Speaking* World Literature 1 & 2* Mythology Hispanic Literature African-American Literature The Great Plays AP English Literature & Comp* Debate/Forensics | Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig AP Statistics Probability and Statistics* College Algebra* AP Calculus | Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Zoology 1 & 2 Human Anatomy & Physiology | US Government AP US Government Current Social Issues Sociology Psychology | Community Connections✓ .5 cr Career Connections✓ .5 credit Leadership Service in Action✓ .5 cr | |||
*Concurrent Credit Course ✓Career and Technical Education Course ●Fine Arts Course
**Courses in BOLD are required to complete this career pathway.
P o s t S e c o n d a r y | Family, Community & Consumer Services Postsecondary Options (For more options, go to BigFuture College Search Tool) Colleges in BOLD have statewide articulation agreements that will enable a graduate to have a smooth transition from this career pathway to a corresponding occupational program at the postsecondary level. | |||
Technical College/Institute | 2-Year & Community Colleges | In State, 4-Year Colleges/Universities | Out of State/Other | |
Manhattan Area Technical College North Central KS Technical College Northwest KS Technical College Washburn Institute of Technology Wichita Area Technical College | Cloud County Community College Independence Community College Johnson County Community College Neosho County Community College Seward County Community College | Central Christian College of KS Haskell Indian Nations University | • Apprenticeship • Military • On-the-Job Training Art Institutes International-KC North Central Missouri College Southeast Missouri State University | |
Sample Careers By Educational Level | |||
On-the-Job Training or Less | Technical Training or Associate Degree | Bachelor’s Degree | Master’s Degree or More |
Child Care Workers Customer Service Representatives Funeral Attendants Laundry and Dry Cleaning Workers Lifeguards and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers Residential Counselors Social and Human Service Assistants | Barbers Embalmers and Funeral Director Government Programs Hairstylists and Cosmetologists and Manicurists Preschool Teacher Professional Makeup Artists Residential Advisors Skin Care Specialists Social and Human Service Assistants | Addiction Counselors Director, Religious Activities and Education Early Childhood Educator Financial Counselors Health Educators Recreation Workers Rehabilitation Counselors Social and Community Service Manager Social Workers | Clergy Industrial-Organizational Psychologists Marriage and Family therapists Mental Health Counselors Psychologists Rehabilitation Counselors School Counselors and Social Workers Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors Teachers, Postsecondary |
Information Technology - Web & Digital Communication Career Cluster Program of Study | ||||||||
S e c o n d a r y | Minimum Graduation Requirements | SUGGESTED COURSE OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDY It is suggested that students consider dual credit and/or advanced placement opportunities for postsecondary credit. | ||||||
English 4 credits | Math 3 credits | Science 3 credits | Social Studies 3 credits | Electives** 11 credits | TCALC/WIT | Additional Learning Opportunities | ||
9 | English 9 Honors English 9 21st Century Journalism | Algebra 1 Honors Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry | Biology Honors Biology Earth Science Space Science | World History Honors World History Current Social Issues | Physical Dimensions of Health- 1 cr Fine Arts ● - 1 credit Consumer & Personal Finance ✓ .5 cr Integrated Computer Applications✓ .5 cr | School-Based: ☒ Naviance Research ☐ Internship ☐ Job Shadowing ☐ Other:_________________ Community Based: ☐ Mentorship ☐ Community Service (40 Hrs) ☐ Part-time Employment ☐ Other:_________________ Assessments/Certifications: ☒ Microsoft Office Specialist ☒ A+, Network+, Server+, Security+ ☒ Digital Literacy Certificate ☒ MTA, MCSA, MCSE, MCSD ☒ CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, CCDE ☒ Adobe Certifications Assessments: ☐ Accuplacer Test (12 Gr) ☒ ACT Aspire (9-10 Gr) ☒ ACT (11-12 Gr) ☐ PSAT ☐ SAT ☐ ASVAB (10-12 Gr) ☒ WorkKeys (10-12 Gr) ☒ KS State Assessments Student Organizations: ☒ Skills USA ☐ Other:_________________ | ||
10 | English 10 Honors English 10 21st Century Journalism | Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig | Earth Science Space Science Physical Science 1 Physical Science 2 Chemistry Ecology Human Anatomy & Physiology | Integrated Computer Applications✓ .5 cr Multimedia ✓ 1 credit | ||||
11 | English 11 AP English Language & Comp Speech College Public Speaking* Debate/Forensics Adv Publications (Newspaper) Adv Publications (Yearbook) | Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig Probability & Stats AP Statistics* College Algebra* | Chemistry Honors Chemistry Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US History 1 US History 2 AP US History 1* AP US History 2* College History 1 College History 2 | 3D Computer Graphics (TCALC)✓ 1 cr Graphic Design 2✓ 1 credit Multimedia (TCALC) ✓ 1 credit Web Design (TCALC) ✓ 1 credit Media Tech Workplace Exper ✓ 1 cr Topics in Media Technology (TCALC)✓ 1 cr AP Computer Science (TCALC) 1 cr | Web & Digital Communication Pathway @TCALC | ||
12 | Senior Composition* College Public Speaking* Hispanic Literature African-American Literature AP English Literature & Comp* Debate/Forensics Adv Publications (Newspaper) AdvPublications (Yearbook) | Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig Probability & Stats AP Statistics* College Algebra* AP Calculus AB & BC | Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US Government AP US Government Current Social Issues Economics Issues in Psychology Sociology | We/ Digital Media Proj Mgt (TCALC)✓1 cr Programming Web/Apps/Game(TCALC)✓1 cr Graphic Design 2 ✓ - 1 credit Media Tech Workplace Experience✓ 1 cr 3D Computer Graphics (TCALC) ✓ 1 cr | Web & Digital Communication Pathway @TCALC | ||
*Concurrent Credit Course ✓Career and Technical Education Course ●Fine Arts Course
**Courses in BOLD are required to complete this career pathway.
P o s t S e c o n d a r y | Web & Digital Communication Postsecondary Options (For more options, go to BigFuture College Search Tool) Colleges in BOLD have statewide articulation agreements that will enable a graduate to have a smooth transition from this career pathway to a corresponding occupational program at the postsecondary level. | |||
Technical College/Institute | 2-Year & Community Colleges | In State, 4-Year Colleges/Universities | Out of State/Other | |
Manhattan Area Technical College North Central KS Technical College Washburn Institute of Technology | Cloud County Community College Independence Community College Johnson County Community College Neosho County Community College Seward County Community College | MidAmerica Nazarene University | • Apprenticeship • Military • On-the-Job Training Metropolitan Community College Northwest Missouri State University University of Missouri St. Louis | |
Sample Careers By Educational Level | ||
Technical Training or Associate Degree | Bachelor’s Degree | Master’s Degree or More |
Computer Operators Computer Support Specialists Network Systems and Data Communications Analysts Numerical Tool and Process Control Programmers Web Administrators Web Developers | Computer and Information Systems Managers Computer Engineers Computer Programmers Computer Security Specialists Computer Software Engineers Computer Systems Administrators and Analysts Data Communications Analysts Database Administrators Graphic Designers Multimedia Artists and Animators Network and Computer Systems Administrators Software Quality Assurance Engineers and Testers | Computer and Information Scientists, Research Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary Engineering Managers |
Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security - Emergency & Fire Management Services Career Cluster Program of Study | ||||||||
S e c o n d a r y | Minimum Graduation Requirements | SUGGESTED COURSE OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDY It is suggested that students consider dual credit and/or advanced placement opportunities for postsecondary credit. | ||||||
English 4 credits | Math 3 credits | Science 3 credits | Social Studies 3 credits | Electives** 11 credits | TCALC/WIT | Additional Learning Opportunities | ||
9 | English 9 Honors English 9 | Algebra 1 Honors Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry | Biology Honors Biology Earth Science Space Science | World History Honors World History Current Social Issues | Physical Dimensions of Health-1 cr Fine Arts ● - 1 credit Consumer & Personal Finance ✓ .5 cr | School-Based: ☒ Naviance Research ☐ Internship ☐ Job Shadowing ☐ Other:_________________ Community Based: ☐ Mentorship ☐ Community Service (40 Hrs) ☐ Part-time Employment ☐ Other:_________________ Assessments/Certifications: ☒ Public Safety Telecommunications ☒ First Aid/CPR ☒ Emergency Medical Responder ☒ FireFighter Level 1 ☒ Emergency Medical Technician Assessments: ☐ Accuplacer Test (12 Gr) ☒ ACT Aspire (9-10 Gr) ☒ ACT (11-12 Gr) ☐ PSAT ☐ SAT ☐ ASVAB (10-12 Gr) ☒ WorkKeys (10-12 Gr) ☒ KS State Assessments Student Organizations: ☐ FBLA ☐ Other:_________________ | ||
10 | English 10 Honors English 10 | Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig | Earth Science Space Science Physical Science 1 Physical Science 2 Chemistry Ecology Human Anatomy & Physiology | |||||
11 | English 11 AP English Language & Comp Speech College Public Speaking* 21st Century/Global Comms Debate/Forensics | Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig Probability and Stats* College Algebra* | Chemistry Honors Chemistry Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US History 1 US History 2 AP US History 1* AP US History 2* College History 1 College History 2 | Intro to Law/Public Service (TCALC)✓ .5 cr Fire Science I (TCALC)✓ 1 cr Fire Science II (TCALC)✓ 1 cr Public Safety PE (TCALC)✓ .5 cr | Emergency & Fire Mgmt @TCALC EMT/Emergency Communications @WIT | ||
12 | Senior Composition* Speech College Public Speaking* World Literature 1 & 2* 21st Century/Global Comms AP English Literature & Comp* Debate/Forensics | Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig Probability and Stats* College Algebra* AP Calculus AB & BC | Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US Government AP US Government Current Social Issues Ethnic Studies Issues in Psychology Sociology | EMT (WIT)✓ - 1 credit Hazardous Materials 1st Resp(HS/TCALC)✓1cr Public Safety PE (TCALC)✓ .5 cr | Emergency & Fire Mgmt @TCALC EMT/Emergency Communications @WIT | ||
*Concurrent Credit Course ✓Career and Technical Education Course ●Fine Arts Course
**Courses in BOLD are required to complete this career pathway.
P o s t S e c o n d a r y | Emergency & Fire Management Services Postsecondary Options (For more options, go to BigFuture College Search Tool) Colleges in BOLD have statewide articulation agreements that will enable a graduate to have a smooth transition from this career pathway to a corresponding occupational program at the postsecondary level. | |||
Technical College/Institute | 2-Year & Community Colleges | In State, 4-Year Colleges/Universities | Out of State/Other | |
Washburn Institute of Technology Wichita Area Technical College | Cloud County Community College Independence Community College Johnson County Community College Neosho County Community College | Central Christian College of KS Haskell Indian Nations University | • Apprenticeship • Military • On-the-Job Training Metropolitan Community College | |
Sample Careers by Education Level | ||||
On-the-Job Training or Less | Tech Training or Associate’s Degree | Bachelor’s Degree | Master’s Degree or More | |
Ambulance Drivers Animal Control Workers Bailiffs and Court Clerks Corrections Officers and Crossing Guards FireFighters and Forest Fire Fighters Gaming Surveillance Officers & Investigators Life Guards and Ski Patrollers Parking Enforcement Officers and Workers Police, Fire, and Ambulance Dispatchers Security Guards Sheriffs Transportation Security Agents | Correctional Officers and Jailers Court Reporters Emergency Med Technicians/Paramedics Fire Inspectors and Investigators 1st-Line Supervisors/Mgrs of Police/Det Forest Fire Prevention Supervisors Forest Fire Inspectors Forest Fire Prevention Specialists Municipal Fire Fighting/Prevention Supv Paralegals, Legal Assistants/Secretaries | Police Detectives, Patrol Officers Police Identification & Records Officers Private Detectives/Investigators Sheriffs and Deputy Sheriffs Title Examiners, Abstractors, & Searchers Transit and Railroad Police | Arbitrators and Mediators Coroners Correctional Treatment Specialists Criminal Investigators & Special Agents Emergency Management Specialists Forensic Science Technicians Immigration and Customs Inspectors Judges and Hearing Officers Law Clerks Probation Officers | Anthropology Teachers, Postsecondary Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary Child, Family, School Social Workers Criminal Justice Teachers, Postsec Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsec Lawyer Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary |
Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security - Law & Public Safety Career Cluster Program of Study | ||||||||
S e c o n d a r y | Minimum Graduation Requirements | SUGGESTED COURSE OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDY It is suggested that students consider dual credit and/or advanced placement opportunities for postsecondary credit. | ||||||
English 4 credits | Math 3 credits | Science 3 credits | Social Studies 3 credits | Electives** 11 credits | TCALC/WIT | Additional Learning Opportunities | ||
9 | English 9 Honors English 9 | Algebra 1 Honors Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry | Biology Honors Biology Earth Science Space Science | World History Honors World History Current Social Issues | Physical Dimensions of Health-1 cr Fine Arts ● - 1 credit Consumer & Personal Finance✓ .5 cr Intro to Law & Public Service✓ .5 cr Emergency Medical Responder✓ .5 cr | School-Based: ☒ Naviance Research ☐ Internship ☐ Job Shadowing ☐ Other:_________________ Community Based: ☐ Mentorship ☐ Community Service (40 Hrs) ☐ Part-time Employment ☐ Other:_________________ Assessments/Certifications: ☐ Public Safety Telecommunications ☒ First Aid/CPR ☒ Emergency Medical Responder ☐ FireFighter Level 1 ☐ Emergency Medical Technician Assessments: ☐ Accuplacer Test (12 Gr) ☐ ACT Aspire (9-10 Gr) ☐ ACT (11-12 Gr) ☐ PSAT ☐ SAT ☐ ASVAB (10-12 Gr) ☐ WorkKeys (10-12 Gr) ☒ KS State Assessments Student Organizations: ☐ FBLA ☐ Other:_________________ | ||
10 | English 10 Honors English 10 | Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig | Earth Science Space Science Physical Science 1 Physical Science 2 Chemistry Ecology Human Anatomy & Physiology | Law Enforcement I (TCALC)✓ 1 cr | ||||
11 | English 11 AP English Language & Comp Speech College Public Speaking* 21st Century/Global Comms Debate/Forensics | Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig Probability and Stats* College Algebra* | Chemistry Honors Chemistry Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US History 1 US History 2 AP US History 1* AP US History 2* College History 1 College History 2 | Intro to Law & Public Service✓ .5 cr Emergency Medical Responder✓ .5 cr Hazardous Materials 1st Resp (HS/TCALC)✓1cr Law Enforcement I (TCALC)✓ 1 cr Law Enforcement II (TCALC)✓ 1 cr Forensic Science I (TCALC)✓ .5 cr Forensic Science II (TCALC)✓ 1 cr Public Safety PE (TCALC)✓ .5 cr | Intro to Law & Public Safety @TCALC | ||
12 | Senior Composition* Speech College Public Speaking* World Literature 1 & 2* 21st Century/Global Comms AP English Literature & Comp* Debate/Forensics | Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig Probability and Stats* College Algebra* AP Calculus AB & BC | Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US Government AP US Government Current Social Issues Ethnic Studies Issues in Psychology Sociology | Certified Protection Officer (TCALC) ✓ 1 cr Public Safety PE (TCALC)✓ .5 cr Corrections Officer (TCALC)✓ .5 cr Law/Public Service Internship (TCALC)✓ 1 cr | Intro to Law & Public Safety @TCALC | ||
*Concurrent Credit Course ✓Career and Technical Education Course ●Fine Arts Course
**Courses in BOLD are required to complete this career pathway.
P o s t S e c o n d a r y | Law & Public Safety Postsecondary Options (For more options, go to BigFuture College Search Tool) Colleges in BOLD have statewide articulation agreements that will enable a graduate to have a smooth transition from this career pathway to a corresponding occupational program at the postsecondary level. | |||
Technical College/Institute | 2-Year & Community Colleges | In State, 4-Year Colleges/Universities | Out of State/Other | |
Washburn Institute of Technology Wichita Area Technical College | Cloud County Community College Independence Community College Johnson County Community College | Central Christian College of KS Haskell Indian Nations University | • Apprenticeship • Military • On-the-Job Training Metropolitan Community College Ozarks Technical Community College Three Rivers Community College | |
Sample Careers by Education Level | ||||
On-the-Job Training or Less | Tech Training or Associate’s Degree | Bachelor’s Degree | Master’s Degree or More | |
Ambulance Drivers Animal Control Workers Bailiffs and Court Clerks Corrections Officers and Crossing Guards FireFighters and Forest Fire Fighters Gaming Surveillance Officers & Investigators Life Guards and Ski Patrollers Parking Enforcement Officers and Workers Police, Fire, and Ambulance Dispatchers Security Guards Sheriffs Transportation Security Agents | Correctional Officers and Jailers Court Reporters Emergency Med Technicians/Paramedics Fire Inspectors and Investigators 1st-Line Supervisors/Mgrs of Police/Det Forest Fire Prevention Supervisors Forest Fire Inspectors Forest Fire Prevention Specialists Municipal Fire Fighting/Prevention Supv Paralegals, Legal Assistants/Secretaries | Police Detectives, Patrol Officers Police Identification/Records Officers Private Detectives/Investigators Sheriffs and Deputy Sheriffs Title Abstractors Title Examiners Title Searchers Transit and Railroad Police | Arbitrators and Mediators Coroners Correctional Treatment Specialists Criminal Investigators & Special Agents Emergency Management Specialists Forensic Science Technicians Immigration and Customs Inspectors Judges and Hearing Officers Law Clerks Probation Officers | Anthropology Teachers, Postsecondary Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary Child, Family, School Social Workers Criminal Justice Teachers, Postsec Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsec Lawyer Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary |
Marketing Career Cluster Program of Study | ||||||||
S e c o n d a r y | Minimum Graduation Requirements | SUGGESTED COURSE OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDY It is suggested that students consider dual credit and/or advanced placement opportunities for postsecondary credit. | ||||||
English 4 credits | Math 3 credits | Science 3 credits | Social Studies 3 credits | Electives** 11 credits | TCALC/WIT | Additional Learning Opportunities | ||
9 | English 9 Honors English 9 | Algebra 1 Honors Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry | Biology Honors Biology Earth Science Space Science | World History Honors World History Current Social Issues | Physical Dimensions of Health-1 cr Fine Arts ● - 1 credit Consumer & Personal Finance✓ .5 cr Intro to Business✓ .5 credit | School-Based: ☒ Naviance Research ☐ Internship ☐ Job Shadowing ☐ Other:_________________ Community Based: ☐ Mentorship ☐ Community Service (40 Hrs) ☐ Part-time Employment ☐ Other:_________________ Assessments/Certifications: ☒ Adobe Certifications ☒ MBA Research standard Mktg program of study exam ☒ Fundamental Mkt Concepts ☒ Microsoft Office Specialist Certifications ☒ QuickBooks Certified User ☒ Digital Literacy Certification ☒ OSHA 10 Assessments: ☐ Accuplacer Test (12 Gr) ☒ ACT Aspire (9-10 Gr) ☒ ACT (11-12 Gr) ☐ PSAT ☐ SAT ☐ ASVAB (10-12 Gr) ☒ WorkKeys (10-12 Gr) ☒ KS State Assessments Student Organizations: ☒ FBLA ☐ Other:_________________ | ||
10 | English 10 Honors English 10 | Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig | Earth Science Space Science Physical Science 1 Physical Science 2 Chemistry Ecology Human Anatomy & Physiology | Intro to Business✓ .5 credit Principles of Marketing✓ .5 cr Accounting 1✓ .5 credit Accounting 2✓ .5 credit Business Communications- .5 cr Entrepreneurship✓ .5 credit Sports & Entertainment Mktg✓ .5 cr | ||||
11 | English 11 AP English Language & Comp Speech College Public Speaking* 21st Century/Global Comms Debate/Forensics | Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig Probability & Stats AP Statistics* College Algebra* | Chemistry Honors Chemistry Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US History 1 US History 2 AP US History 1* AP US History 2* College History 1 College History 2 | Marketing Applications✓ .5 cr Principles of Marketing✓ .5 cr Accounting 1✓ .5 credit Accounting 2✓ .5 credit Business Communications- .5 cr Graphic Design 2✓ 1 credit Multimedia✓ 1 credit Sports & Entertainment Mktg✓ .5 cr Web Design (TCALC) ✓ .5 credit Business Management✓ .5 credit Business Economics✓ .5 credit | |||
12 | Senior Composition* Speech College Public Speaking* World Literature 1 & 2* 21st Century/Global Comms Hispanic Literature African-American Literature AP English Literature & Comp* Debate/Forensics | Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calc/Trig Functions/Trig Probability & Stats AP Statistics* College Algebra* AP Calculus AB & BC | Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US Government AP US Government Current Social Issues Economics Issues in Psychology Sociology | Marketing Applications✓ - .5 cr Business Communications- .5 cr Graphic Design 2✓ 1 credit Sports & Entertainment Mktg✓ .5 cr Web Design (TCALC)✓ .5 credit Multimedia✓ 1 credit Business Management✓ .5 credit Business Economics✓ .5 credit | |||
*Concurrent Credit Course ✓Career and Technical Education Course ●Fine Arts Course
**Courses in BOLD are required to complete this career pathway.
P o s t S e c o n d a r y | Marketing Postsecondary Options (For more options, go to BigFuture College Search Tool) Colleges in BOLD have statewide articulation agreements that will enable a graduate to have a smooth transition from this career pathway to a corresponding occupational program at the postsecondary level. | |||
Technical College/Institute | 2-Year & Community Colleges | In State, 4-Year Colleges/Universities | Out of State/Other | |
Wichita Area Technical College | Johnson County Community College Seward County Community College | Central Christian College of KS MidAmerica Nazarene University | • Apprenticeship • Military • On-the-Job Training Metropolitan Community College Missouri University of Science & Technology University of Missouri: Columbia University of Missouri: Kansas City | |
Sample Careers by Education Level | |||
On-the-Job Training or Less | Tech Training or Associate’s Degree | Bachelor’s Degree | Master’s Degree or More |
Advertising Salespeople Buyers and Purchasing Agents Cashiers Counter and Rental Clerks Demonstrators and Promoters Floral Designers Merchandise Displayers Models Opticians Parts Salespeople Retail Salespeople Route Salespeople Telemarketers | Advertising Sales Agents Assessors Fashion Designers Interior Designers Lodging Managers Property, Real Estate, & Community Association Managers Real Estate Brokers Sales Representatives, Wholesale/Manufacturing, Except Technical/Scientific Products Travel Agents Travel Guides Wholesale/Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products | Art Directors Editors Market Research Analysts Public Relations Specialists Sales Managers Sales Representative Survey Researchers Technical Writers | Business Teacher, Postsecondary Marketing Managers Public Relations Managers Purchasing Managers Sales Managers |
Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) - Biomedical (Medical Professions) Career Cluster Program of Study | ||||||||
S e c o n d a r y | Minimum Graduation Requirements | SUGGESTED COURSE OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDY It is suggested that students consider dual credit and/or advanced placement opportunities for postsecondary credit. | ||||||
English 4 credits | Math 3 credits | Science 3 credits | Social Studies 3 credits | Electives** 11 credits | TCALC/WIT | Additional Learning Opportunities | ||
9 | English 9 Honors English 9 | Algebra 1 Honors Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry | Biology Honors Biology Earth Science Space Science | World History Honors World History Current Social Issues | Physical Dimensions of Health-1 cr Fine Arts ● - 1 credit Consumer & Personal Finance✓ .5 cr Integrated Computer Applications✓.5 cr Engineering Applications ✓ .5 cr | School-Based: ☒ Naviance Research ☐ Internship ☐ Job Shadowing ☐ Other:_________________ Community Based: ☐ Mentorship ☐ Community Service (40 Hrs) ☐ Part-time Employment ☐ Other:_________________ Assessments/Certifications: ☒ CNA ☒ CPR ☒ First Aid Assessments: ☐ Accuplacer Test (12 Gr) ☒ ACT Aspire (9-10 Gr) ☒ ACT (11-12 Gr) ☐ PSAT ☐ SAT ☐ ASVAB (10-12 Gr) ☒ WorkKeys (10-12 Gr) ☒ KS State Assessments Student Organizations: ☐ FBLA ☐ FCCLA ☐ Other:_________________ | ||
10 | English 10 Honors English 10 | Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Pre-Calculus Functions/Trig | Earth Science Space Science Physical Science 1 Physical Science 2 Chemistry Human Anatomy & Physiology | Integrated Computer Applications✓.5 cr Engineering Applications✓ .5 cr | ||||
11 | English 11 AP English Language & Comp Speech College Public Speaking* 21st Century/Global Comms Debate/Forensics | Geometry Honors Geometry Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Pre-Calculus Functions/Trig AP Statistics College Algebra* Technical Math (TCALC) | Chemistry Honors Chemistry Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US History 1 US History 2 AP US History 1* AP US History 2* College History 1 College History 2 | Principles of Biomed Sci (TCALC)✓1cr Medical Interventions (TCALC)✓ 1 cr Pharmacology (TCALC)✓ 1 cr Project Management (TCALC)✓ 1 cr | Medical Professions Pathways @TCALC | ||
12 | Senior Composition* Speech College Public Speaking* World Literature 1 & 2* 21st Century/Global Comms Hispanic Literature African-American Literature AP English Literature & Comp* Debate/Forensics | Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Pre-Calculus Functions/Trig AP Statistics College Algebra* AP Calculus AB & BC Technical Math (TCALC) | Physics Astronomy AP Chemistry AP Biology* AP Physics* Environmental Science Human Anatomy & Physiology | US Government AP US Government Current Social Issues Ethnic Studies Issues in Psychology Sociology | Principles of Biomed Sci (TCALC)✓1 cr Medical Interventions (TCALC)✓ 1 cr Project Management (TCALC)✓ 1 cr Biotechnology I (TCALC)✓ 1 cr Biotechnology II (TCALC)✓ 1 cr | Medical Professions Pathways @TCALC | ||
*Concurrent Credit Course ✓Career and Technical Education Course ●Fine Arts Course
**Courses in BOLD are required to complete this career pathway.
P o s t S e c o n d a r y | Biomedical (Medical Professions) Postsecondary Options (For more options, go to BigFuture College Search Tool) Colleges in BOLD have statewide articulation agreements that will enable a graduate to have a smooth transition from this career pathway to a corresponding occupational program at the postsecondary level. | ||
2-Year & Community Colleges | In State, 4-Year Colleges/Universities | Out of State/Other | |
Cloud County Community College | |||