AUTO MECHANIC
CAREER
PATHWAY
A PLAN FOR THE FUTURE
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
Table of Contents
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Welcome
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Introduction
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Career Awareness
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Career Exploration
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Career Preparation
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School Dress Code
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Student Expectations
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Student Responsibilities
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School Discipline Management Plan
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School Course Curriculum
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School Automotive Technology Pathway
Welcome
“Goals are set and met!”
We are pleased that you have chosen to be a part of the Sterling High School,
where teaching, Learning and Caring lead to student success. In support of the
effort we have enclosed a personal plan of action to assist you in meeting your
educational goals.
Administrators, counselors, and the registrar, librarians, coordinators, teacher’s
paraprofessionals, custodians and food service personnel are available to assist
you as you make significant advance towards to graduation.
Innovative methods including flexible scheduling, alternative learning environment
and on-live instruction are just a few interventions available to accelerate your
learning process.
With your continuity hard work, dedication and commitment; we will see you at
graduation!
INTRODUCTION
TRAINING TO BECOME AN AUTOMOTIVE
TECHNICIAN
With comprehensive instruction from knowledgeable
certified instructors who have years of professional
experience, students will get one-on-one, hands-on
training.
Students will also have t he opportunity to learn techniques
and use industry-standard tools that will guide their
learning experiences that range from computer diagnostics
to engine dyno testing.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT CONTINUUM
PREPARING ALL YOUTH FOR SUCCESS IN COLLEGE,
CAREER, AND LIFE
Classroom & School
• Web research
• Guest speakers
• Career interest assessment
• College and career fairs
• Career contextual instruction
• College awareness
Workplace
• Industry tours and field trips
• Career and job fairs
• Youth in the workplace
• Informational interviews
Families & Neighborhood
• Adult interaction
• Role model observation
Career Awareness
Learn about a wide variety of jobs and careers
CAREER DEVELOPMENT CONTINUUM
PREPARING ALL YOUTH FOR SUCCESS IN COLLEGE,
CAREER, AND LIFE
Classroom & School
• Career pathways, courses, and
clubs
• Integrated curriculum
• Classroom simulations
• Career plan development
• Career-focused projects and
assignments
• College exploration
Workplace
• Job shadowing
• Career mentoring
• Community projects
Families & Neighborhood
• Risk-taking
• Role-playing
Career Exploration
Explore, research, and plan for the future
CAREER DEVELOPMENT CONTINUUM
PREPARING ALL YOUTH FOR SUCCESS IN COLLEGE,
CAREER, AND LIFE
Classroom & School
• Core academic preparation
• Career technical courses and programs
• Work skills classes
• Career-related project-based learning
• Work-ready certification
• Occupational certifications
• College preparation
Workplace
• Work experience
• Internships
• Apprenticeships
Families & Neighborhood
• Skill-building
• Progression of responsibility
Career Preparation
Gain education, training, and work experience
Attention all Students
Below you will find the Dress code for Sterling high school and also for the Automotive
Technology program
UNIFORMS
Shirts
Colors: Navy, White (Solid color Polo style shirts or Oxford style shirts only)
Only Sterling’s logo is acceptable
No sleeveless tops
All shirts must be tucked in at all times (male and female)
ALL UNDERSHIRTS MUST BE WHITE (NO COLOR UNDERSHIRTS ALLOWED)
Pants
Colors: Navy, Khaki; preferably Dickies/Dockers or similar style (solid colors only)
All pants must be appropriately sized and worn at the waist (no baggy or saggy pants).
Capris are permitted
No shorts
No skorts
No warm-ups
No Jeans of any color
INAPPROPRIATELY DRESSED STUDENTS CANNOT ATTEND CLASSES
DRESS CODE
Skirts
No Skirts
Dresses
Dresses (Khaki color or navy blue)
Belts/Shoes
Belts must be worn and visible with pants at all times
Tennis shoes may be worn
All shoes must cover the entire feet
No bare backs, slides, mules, flip-flops, open toe shoes, house slippers, or
sandals(safety)
No Head Covering of any kind
No hoods, du-rags, wraps, headscarves and absolutely no caps
Sunglasses
Sunglasses are not allowed (transition lenses are acceptable).
Piercing/Tattoos
No removable grills (gold/silver) in mouth(safety)
No facial piercing allowed (i.e. brow, nose, chin)
Backpacks
Permitted at the discretion of school administrator
Hair
Students with inappropriate hair coloring may be subject to disciplinary action.
DRESS CODE
Electronic Equipment
Electronic devices such as CD players, Walkman radios, DVD players, IPOD
equipment, tape players and wireless headphones are not permitted on campus
during instructional time from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. These items will be
confiscated.
Cellular phones must be turned off during school hours.
Athletics
Male - On game days, male athletes may wear white or blue shirts and ties with their
uniform pants.
Female – On game days, female athletes may wear white or blue blouses, neck
scarves or ties with uniform pants. (Scarves do not include bandannas).
Clubs and Organizations
All clubs and organizations must follow Sterling’s dress code Monday through Friday.
Organization shirts that do not conform to dress code may not be worn on
Sterling’s campus.
Jackets, Sweaters, etc.
Students will be allowed to wear jackets during cold weather. Blankets are not
allowed.
Sterling high school Auto shop attire
Students will be required to furnish work style clothing, footwear, and safety glasses.
There is an optional fee of approximately $250.00 for a starter tool set and an
optional fee of approximately $33.00 for a uniform shirt.
No clothing may be shear or see through.
Any attire deemed distracting, lewd, offensive or inappropriate by school
administrators will not be allowed.
STUDENT
EXPECTATIONS
The student’s responsibilities for achieving a positive learning environment at school and/or
school-related activities include the following:
• Attending all classes each day and being on time in conformity with the compulsory
attendance laws of the State of Texas.
• Preparing for each class with appropriate materials and completed assignments.
• Dressing according to the dress code adopted by each individual school.
• Showing respect toward others.
• Conducting oneself in a responsible manner.
• Paying required fees and fines.
• Knowing and obeying all school rules in the Code of Student Conduct and the School-Based
Discipline Management System.
• Cooperating with staff members in the investigation of disciplinary matters.
• Seeking changes in school policies and regulations in an orderly and responsible manner,
through appropriate channels.
• Reporting threats to the safety of students and staff members as well as misconduct on the
part of any other students or staff members to the building principal, a teacher, or another
adult.
• Using HISD technology systems for school business purposes only and using school
computers and related equipment appropriately.
• Abiding by the technology security procedures developed by HISD, such as never leaving a
terminal or workstation unattended or unsecured while logged on to a host computer or
network.
STUDENT
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Reporting all observed or suspected technology security problems immediately to a teacher.
• Knowing that the use, possession, and/or sale of illegal or unauthorized drugs, alcohol, and
weapons are unlawful and prohibited and that students may be subject to random searches
in accordance with Board Policy and state and federal law in order to assure a safe school
environment.
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In general, all students are entitled to enjoy the basic rights of citizenship recognized and
protected by law for persons of their age and maturity.
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The Houston Independent School District shall foster a climate of mutual respect for the
rights of others.
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Each student is expected to respect the rights and privileges of other students,
teachers, district personnel, and parents while at school or while attending school
activities.
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Students shall exercise their rights and responsibilities in compliance with rules
established for the orderly conduct of the district’s educational mission.
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The district’s rules of conduct and discipline and the SchoolBased Discipline Management System are established to achieve and maintain order in
the school. Students who violate the rights of others or district or school rules shall be
subject to disciplinary action in accordance with established district policies and
procedures.
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All students are expected to maintain the highest level of discipline and decorum at all
school functions.
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Failure to comply with administrative directives promoting order and respect will result in
the student’s being removed from participation in school activities, including
commencement exercises.
STUDENT
RESPONSIBILITIES
School Expectations
Every Student at Ross Shaw Sterling High School Is EXPECTED TO;
Attend All Classes on time
Attend EVERY class and maintain GOOD Behavior by following each teacher’s classroom
Expectations.
Follow ALL rules in the SCHOOL CODE OFCOUNDUCT
Respect ALL campus Personnel and other students
Comply with the school Dress code
Consequences for Breaking School Expectations
Teacher inform students of the tardy policy
Teacher call the Parent
Teacher refers student to appropriate Counselor
Teacher held Detention
Administrative Detention
Administrative Denton
Classroom Disturbance that warrant a discipline card.
Administrative Detention
Non Compliance with dress Code
Teacher held detention for minor Dress Code Violations ISS for the duration of the day
DISCIPLINE MANAGEMENT
PLAN
IMPROVING THE COURSE SELECTION
Currently the only Automotive courses offered at Sterling are
Principles of Transportation, Distribution & Logistics; and
Automotive Technology. The best way to complete the sequence
would be to have students take the following:
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Principles of Transportation (9th)
Energy, Power & Transportation Systems (10th)
Automotive Technology (11th)
Advanced Automotive Technology (12th)
OR
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Principles of Transportation (9th)
Automotive Technology (10th)
Advanced Automotive Technology (11th)
Practicum in TDL (12th grade Internship)
CURRICULUM
ALIGNMENT
A GLOBAL VIEW OF CAREER PATHWAY
STATE
CURRICULUM
8th
(Local districts may list high school credit courses here)
HS Courses:
English I
Core Courses: Algebra I
Biology
CareerRelated
Electives:
11th
United States History
Professional Communications
Transportation Systems Management or Principles of Business,
Marketing and Finance or Logistics, Planning and Management
Systems
English IV
Core Courses: Precalculus
Environmental Systems
CareerRelated
Electives:
World History
Languages other than English II
Energy, Power and Transportation Systems
English III
Core Courses: Algebra II
Physics
CareerRelated
Electives:
World Geography
Languages other than English I
Physical Education
Principles of Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
English II
Core Courses: Geometry
Chemistry
CareerRelated
Electives:
12th
High School
10th
9th
Middle
School
CAREER PATHWAY
Government/Economics
Fine Arts
Practicum in Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
Career preparation activities engage students in in-depth
discovery of particular careers, linking the skills utilized
in the workplace with academic learning. Students
engage in classroom learning and participate in work
experiences and internships that support the
development of career- and occupation-specific skills.