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INSTRUCTOR(S) NAME: AARON MACHART & KAREN SUHR_
SCHOOL DISTRICT: KENNEWICK_ SCHOOL NAME: KENNEWICK HIGH SCHOOL_ PROGRAM: CTE GUIDANCE/CAREER CENTER_
-PROGRAM STANDARDS AND
CHARACTERISTICS
2014-2015
2015-2016
2016-2017
CURRICULUM
Curriculum:

Curriculum and instructional materials
are up-to-date

Curriculum is aligned to the essential
learnings and grade level expectations

Course competencies are aligned to
local/state/national standards

Safety competencies are integrated into
the curriculum

Safety is taught and assessed

Competencies for employability are
integrated into the curriculum

Employability skills are taught,
assessed and documented

Leadership competencies are integrated
into the curriculum

Non-traditional career objectives are
integrated into the curriculum
Focus Activities:
Focus Activities:
Focus Activities:
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Update software
Continuing Activities:
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Provide materials to English teachers for implementation of career assessment
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Coordinate curriculum with Quest Facilitators
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Purchase appropriate Career Guidance Software
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Review current language of Career Center for registration handbook
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Provide information related to certifications in CTE programs
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Continue Career Assessments
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Utilize assessment in Career Cruising during implementation of assessment in freshman English
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Provide information for all options in the Career Center for:
o Military
o Apprenticeship programs
o Technical Colleges
o 2 Year Colleges
o 4 Year Colleges
o Employment Options-directly out of high school
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Promote “High School and Beyond” event at TT Skills Center
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Promote College funding events for students:
o FAFSA Night
o College Goal Sunday WA
Equipment/Facilities
 Labs/shops have appropriate
equipment
 Facilities and environment meet
safety standards
 Safety plan is on file
Focus Activities:
• Laptop computer for classroom,
evening presentations
Continuing Activities:
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Work-Based Learning
 WBL opportunities are available
for all students
 Non-traditional career options are
provided
Focus Activities:
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Continuing Activities:
• Provide support paperwork for Job Shadows and Internships through CTE and QUEST
• Assist CTE teachers with guest speakers
EQUIPMENT/FACILITIES
Focus Activities:
• Laptop computer for classroom,
evening presentations
Focus Activities:
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WORK-BASED LEARNING
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INSTRUCTOR(S) NAME: AARON MACHART & KAREN SUHR_
SCHOOL DISTRICT: KENNEWICK_ SCHOOL NAME: KENNEWICK HIGH SCHOOL_ PROGRAM: CTE GUIDANCE/CAREER CENTER_
-PROGRAM STANDARDS AND
CHARACTERISTICS
2014-2015
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2015-2016
2016-2017
Continue emphasis in career unit with Quest
Time is documented
Implement field trips and assist as chaperone
ADVISORY COMMITTEES
Advisory Committees
•
Review and endorse curriculum; assure
alignment to program standards
•
Provide expertise in the design,
development and delivery of
programs/courses
•
Review labor market information
Focus Activities:
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Continuing Activities:
• Attend district quarterly meetings with CTE Counselors and Career Specialists
• Continue to provide info to CTE teachers upon request
• Provide website and periodic info
• Update schools career center website
Program Improvement/Student
Recruitment
 A student recruitment plan has
been developed
 A program promotion plan is in
place
Focus Activities:
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Post HS/Articulation
 Post-high school information is
integrated into the program
 Articulation agreements are in
place where feasible
Focus Activities:
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PROGRAM IMPROVEMENT/STUDENT RECRUITMENT
Focus Activities:
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Continuing Activities:
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Work with teachers to expand promotion of CTE programs
•
Participate in Lion Adventure Day
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Support non-traditional events
o Smart Map/Careers In Manufacturing/GLAM
o Construction Career Day
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Attend Tri Tech Breakfast
POST HS/ARTICULATION
Focus Activities:
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Continuing Activities:
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College Fair, Opportunity Fair, Breakout Sessions, Planning for life after high school
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Continue to highlight post-secondary options in Quest
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Continue to evaluate and expand post-secondary info events:

C&T Colleges

4 year institutions

Higher Ed. Rep. Visits

Increase local cc rep

Tri-Tech Winter Open House
•
In-service staff on career software
•
Promote direct credit opportunities within CTE program areas
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INSTRUCTOR(S) NAME: AARON MACHART & KAREN SUHR_
SCHOOL DISTRICT: KENNEWICK_ SCHOOL NAME: KENNEWICK HIGH SCHOOL_ PROGRAM: CTE GUIDANCE/CAREER CENTER_
-PROGRAM STANDARDS AND
CHARACTERISTICS
2014-2015
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2015-2016
2016-2017
College Career Ready
FAFSA & Beyond Workshop, Military evening/JROTC evening, SAT/ACT registrations, PSAT testing, COE testing
Support College Bound program
Attend CBC Counselor Breakfast
Visit colleges, technical and trade schools
Attend WSU Counselor’s Workshop
STUDENT LEADERSHIP
Student Leadership
 Leadership competencies are
integrated into the curriculum
 Leadership skills are demonstrated
and documented
Focus Activities:
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Continuing Activities:
• Promote student leadership opportunities within CTE programs- DECA, FFA, etc.
• Support leadership within CTE programs
Professional Development
 Teachers have knowledge, training
and pathway-related industry skills
in their program area
 Teachers have recent training in
their content area
 Teachers maintain current CTE
certification and first aid/CPR
certification
Focus Activities:
• Visit the Art Institute and DigiPen
• Attend Fall Counselor workshop –C
• REACH tour –C
• Career Cruising Webinar –C
• Learn about JROTC program -C
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Focus Activities:
• Attend Fall Counselor workshop
• Community Classes, IT Dept. or Staff
• Spokane: college visits, SAT
Workshop
• ACT Workshop - Richland
Focus Activities:
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Visit WW College, WW HS and WW
University
Continuing Activities:
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Maintain CTE certification – Aaron
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Attend workshops related to Career Cruising
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Attend applicable career related conferences
BUILDING PRINCIPAL APPROVAL: ____________________________________________________________
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION DIRECTOR APPROVAL: ____________________________________
GENERAL ADVISORY COUNCIL APPROVAL: _______________________________
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