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High School Graduation Pathways Guide

Explore the 8th-grade 4-year plan to graduate high school, choose between University, Career Technical, or Dual paths, earn 20+ credits, and pass Gateway Exams in English II, Algebra I, and Biology.

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High School Graduation Pathways Guide

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  1. 8th Grade 4 Year Plan

  2. In order to graduate high school, you must: • Choose a path • Either University, Career Technical, or Dual • Earn 20 or more credits • Pass Gateway Exams in • English II, Algebra I, and Biology

  3. Path Choices • University • Want to earn a 4 year college degree and possibly go on to higher education • Career Technical • Go directly into the work force after high school or to a two-year technical institute • Dual • Unsure about what to do concerning higher education and want to leave options open

  4. Let’s look at some educational messages and statistics… • MESSAGE • Technical/vocational classes are for students who can’t achieve academically • RESEARCH AND STATISTICS • Of the new U.S. jobs in this decade, 70% will require technical education beyond high school. …..U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

  5. MESSAGE…If you have a four year degree, you will be successful. • RESEARCH AND STATISTICS… • 50% of all students who prepare for a professional job – bachelor’s degree – will end up underemployed. …..Shelly, 1992

  6. MESSAGE…The 4 year degree is the only degree worth having. • RESEARCH AND STATISTICS • Through 2010, 20% of jobs will require a Bachelor’s Degree and 60% will require an Associate Degree. …..U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

  7. On the other hand… • A college graduate will earn 50% more over a lifetime than a high school graduate. According to statistics, that would be at least $525,000 over a lifetime.

  8. So how can you select the educational path most appropriate for you? • Consider these questions… • Are you academically motivated in core subjects such as, English, math, science, social studies and reading? OR • Are you more motivated toward direct, hands-on, experienced study?

  9. REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL STUDENTS Subject Credits • Language Arts 4 • Math 3 • Science 3 • Social Studies 3 • Wellness 1

  10. University path students must take: Subject Credits Fine Art 1 Foreign Language 2 Technical path students must take: Subject Credits specified technical classes 4 What are the differences?

  11. University Path Math Algebra I Algebra II Geometry Science Biology Chemistry Technical Path Math Algebra I Technical Geometry Science Biology What are the differences in the core classes?

  12. Let’s look at the technical programs offered: • AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION Animal science, farming, landscaping, greenhouse management, forestry, and wildlife management and recreation

  13. TRADE AND INDUSTRIAL EDUCATION • Cosmetology and Manicuring Students may leave this course of study with eligibility to take the TN Board of Cosmetology and Manicuring exam.

  14. TRANSPORTATION • Small engine repair • Automobile maintenance • Collision repair

  15. CONSTRUCTION • Construction drawing • Site layout • Hand and power tools • Building materials • Framing • Exterior work • Intro to welding

  16. MANUFACTURING • Engineering • Quality principals • Industrial maintenance • Automation • machining

  17. DRAFTING • Engineering • Computer-aided design • Construction and assembly drawings

  18. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY • Computer repair • Maintenance • Programming • Troubleshooting • Replacing, installing, upgrading computers

  19. HEALTH SCIENCE EDUCATION • Health related professions such as dental, dietetics, medical assistances, home health, nursing, pharmacy, respiratory, social work, physical therapy, forensic science

  20. FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE • Culinary Arts May also include: • Home economics • Family and parenting • Adult living • Child development and care • Communication • Housing and interior design

  21. BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY • Accounting • Spreadsheets • Creating web pages • Administrative mgmt. • Problem solving • Team building • Time management • communications

  22. MARKETING EDUCATION • Retail operations • Entrepreneurship • Human resource leadership development • economics

  23. REMEMBER… • You may take any class that is offered regardless of your path choice. • Open communication with your parents, teachers and school counselors will help assure proper scheduling choices.

  24. http://www.athens-lea.mcminn.k12.tn.us/ajh/guidance/index.htmlhttp://www.athens-lea.mcminn.k12.tn.us/ajh/guidance/index.html Check out this website for links to other helpful sites on the web.

  25. Frequently asked questions: • Do I have to take all the classes that are listed on my 4-year plan? • Can I change my educational path? • How do I go about choosing electives? • How is the registration process conducted each year?

  26. REMEMBER… • Involving your parents, teachers, and counselors in your educational process is one of the best ways to ensure your future success.

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