Transcript The Power of CTE

The Power of CTE
in a Pathway Approach
November 18, 2010
Pathway Definition
“A multiyear, comprehensive high school
program that integrates academic and career
technical study that is organized around a
broad theme, interest area or industry sector”
Pathway Components
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Integrated core academic curriculum
Integrated career technical curriculum
A series of work-based learning opportunities
Student support services
Industry Sectors and Organizing Themes
A Technical Core
• Shift from narrow occupationally specific preparation to
Industry Sectors
• Meet CTE and industry standards, provide certification.
• Sequence of 3-4 courses.
• Infuse and reinforce academic content and standards
Examples:
- Engineering, robotics
- Health science, sports medicine
- Animation, graphic design
- Advanced manufacturing
- Agriculture and renewable resources
Math
Science
English
CTE
Social
Studies
Prepared
for
College
and
Careers
Pathways….
Tend to operate as small learning communities,
academies, or small schools.
Incorporate ROP and community college course-taking
options, as appropriate and available.
Blend academic and career technical course content
Learning is project-based, student-centered, rigorous
and relevant, and supported by a range of services.
Panelist
• Steve Pinning- ROP Senior Director, San Diego
County ROP
• Brigitte Marshall – Director of East Bay ROP
• Louise Stymeist - Coordinator, CTE, Sacramento
City Unified
Additional Information
ConnectEd Website:
www.connectedcalifornia.org
Rob Atterbury
[email protected]