CTE Magazine - Garland ISD

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Agriculture,
Food &
Natural
Resources
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Explore the career opportunities in
this introduction class. This class is
recommended for freshmen and
above. Growing plants from seeds
and cuttings in a greenhouse, basic
landscape design, plant function and
categories and floral design are a
few topics covered.
Lots of hands on activities!
Students observing plants they planted in class
Making seed embedded paper for the Healthy Living Expo
Create a floral design to take home!
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Landscape Design &
Turfgrass Management
8041
A hands-on course about landscape design
techniques. Learn about plants, design,
irrigation, turf and the outdoor environment!
One semester class open to EVERYONE…..
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Set up trade shows
for local horticulture
business leaders.
Be involved with the famous
NFHS Plant Sale!
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Principles & Elements of
Floral Design 8060/ ADV Floral Design 8062
The art and science of floral design in a
year-long course. Open to all grade
levels. Counts as a Fine Arts credit!!
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Architecture
&
Construction
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Interior Design #8155
Interior Design
Course #: 8155
-Project based class where you will learn how to enhance the environment in which you live.
-Lighting
-Accessories in the home
-Which colors create certain moods
-Focus on non-residential areas like hospitals and restaurants
-Furniture selection
-Floor plans
-Create your ideal, dream home
Career opportunities in this field include:
-Interior Designer
-Architect
-Resident Manager
-Landscape Architect
-Color Specialist
- Preservationist
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8688 Principles of Architecture and Construction is a semester course that is a beginning
course for construction and architecture knowledge. Students will study career goals,
information technology, interior design, architecture, and construction. Students will use
Microsoft office and autodesk Revit programs. Projects include a resume, career investigation,
3d modeling, and 3d computer modeling.
Architecture Design is a yearlong course that gives students knowledge and skills needed to pursue
a career in architecture or construction. Students study drafting techniques, architecture design
essentials, and computer use. Computers are used to create house plans and computer models. Students
will work on a structural model too.
ADV Architecture Design is a second year course of Architectural Design. Students will use
knowledge of drafting techniques and architectural design to complete a set of plans using Revit drafting
program. Students will create a computer model of a house and then create a model home. Students will
also create fly-by and walk-through animated movie files of their house.
Problems & Solutions Architecture Design is a third year course of Architectural Design. Students
will use knowledge of drafting techniques and architectural design to complete a set of plans using Revit
drafting program. Students will create a computer model of a house and then create a model home.
Students will also create fly-by and walk-through animated movie files of their house.
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Construction Management 8424
In this class we work on learning how to read floor plans and building
wall sections. We start with very small walls, and then get progressively
larger until we finish with a half size mini-house. The students use various
tools that are used on a real construction site. Students receive a
certification if they complete and pass all required tests and procedures.
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Arts,
A/V Technology
&
Communication
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Principles of Arts, Audio/ Video Technology,
and Communications
8686
(1/2 Credit)
Course Description:
Careers in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster require, in
addition to creative aptitude, a strong background in computer and technology applications, a
strong academic foundation, and a proficiency in oral and written communication. Within this
context, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the various and
multifaceted career opportunities in this cluster and the knowledge, skills, and educational
requirements for those opportunities.
This class will cover Lab Safety, Professional Communication, Ethical Communication,
Interpersonal Relationship, Group Problem Solving, Professional Presentations, Audio/ Video,
Fashion Design, Printing and Imaging Technology, Graphic Design & Illustration, Animation, &
Photography. We will be using MS Paint, MS Publisher, Adobe Photoshop CS6 /Illustrator,
Windows Movie Maker, & MS Office 2010.
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Professional Communications 8687
Earn Your Speech Credit in a Computer Lab (1 Semester)
In Professional Communications, you have the opportunity to take a course
that combines a Traditional Speech class with Technology. You are able to learn
“hands on” & use your creativity in learning about, creating & presenting
professional & personal presentations. The following is a list of some of the things
we learn in this class…
* PowerPoint
* MovieMaker Animations
* Publisher
* ADOBE PHOTOSHOP
* Formatting Documents in Word
* Resumes – GET a JOB!!
* College, Careers & Life Planning
*Money, Money, Money for college!
* SAT Vocabulary (be & sound smarter & test better)
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Fashion Design #8128
You will learn about different aspects of the Fashion Industry from sketching to styling.
-Learn to sketch (you do not need to know how to draw)
-Hand sew (phone cases, key-chains, stuffed animals)
-Machine sew (zipper pouches, pajama bottoms, scrap scarf, etc.)
-Advertising your company
-Style models using computer programs
-Speakers from the industry/Fashion Colleges
-You can participate in the fashion show through the NFHS Fashion Club
Advanced Fashion Design #8130 -you must take Fashion Design #8128 and have a serious interest in the Fashion
Industry
-Continue learning different sewing techniques
-Create a portfolio
-Put together a collection for our school fashion show
-Learn pattern making (you will be making a skirt)
-We try to take a field trip to some place in the Fashion Industry
Possible careers in the Fashion Industry
Fashion Designer
Buyer - Shop for the latest trends.
Account Executive - Liaison between manufacturers and buyers.
Trend Analyst - Spot trends before they happen.
Brand Manager - Create and promote an image.
Apparel Business Owner - Launch your own company or clothing line.
Product Developer - Create fashion or beauty products.
Creative Director - Lead a team of creative people.
Stylist - Style fashion for photo shoots, videos, and appearances.
Costume Design - Create costumes for theatre, movies, and television.
Fashion Illustrator - Create artwork using a wide variety of media and techniques.
Naaman Forest Fashion Club-We are sponsored by FIDM college
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In Graphic Design and Illustration, students will learn to
digitizing tablets in conjunction with Illustrator,
CTEuseFair
Photoshop and Microsoft office paint. They will also use
Powerpoint and Prezi. They will also learn how to use
Microsoft Publisher. Students will have at least two photo
assignments. They will create projects such as Godzilla
attacks Naaman, retouching faces, recoloring projects,
creating a crime scene, making ninjas, creating a
foamboard stand up, and creating a
silhouette.
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In Advanced Graphic Design and Illustration, students
learn through design studies created by master artists
such as Kandinsky, Deke McClelland, Andy Warhol and
Michael Hogue.
These students will create a calendar gifs, typography
projects, panorama projects and
projects combining photos such as
millions of me. They will even be
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In Problems & Solutions Graphic Design, students learn through real
world projects such as creating original logos for the advanced fashion
design students. They will treat these
students as clients and aim to please them.
The logos will be transformed into tags they
will put on their clothing. The 3rd level
students will also create magazines for
classes like Building Trades, Fashion Design,
Hospitality & Tourism, and Career &
Technology that has a page for each course offered at Naaman Forest.
In addition, these students will work more in depth using Photoshop
and Illustrator creating projects like drawing a computer
bug or creating slime with liquid filled glass of milk
or making a new picture look old.
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Business
Management &
Administration
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We learn about:
Criminal Law
Civil Law
(when people sue each other)
Ethics
Types of crimes
Torts
Laws for MINORS
Laws for families
(marriage, divorce, having kids, etc.)
Laws for consumers
Contracts
Employment law
Insurance
and MUCH more!
(what can you get away with? )
 #8606
 1 semester
 10-12
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8601/8602
9th-12th Grade
½-1 Semester
Keyboarding
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Alpha Keyboard
10-Key
Words per Min.
Accuracy
Typing Games
Business Documents
-Tables
-Letters
-Reports
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Business Computer Info. Management
8610
9th-12th Grade
Full Year
Gain the necessary skills to make a successful transition to the
workforce/college. Learn various most Up-to-Date types of emerging
technologies; creating word processing documents, graphics, developing
spreadsheets, formulating databases, electronic presentations, and
internet based projects. Options: OPAC/MOS Certification; TECH Prep
Credit.
--Microsoft Office--
Word
Excel
Access
Powerpoint
Publisher
Internet Based Projects
Business Simulation
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 Full year
 10-12
 Offered as Dual Credit (11-12)
 ADVANCED Microsoft Office
Applications
 Advanced
Word/Excel/Access/publisher
 “Real-Life” Job-related
Projects
 Opportunity to take MOS
Certification Exams
 Opportunity to take OPAC
Certification Exams
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Education
&
Training
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Human Growth and Development #8169
 Study the various theories that fuel Human Growth and
Development, as a body of study.
 Learn about the various types of development that human beings
experience during their life; from conception to old age.
 Understand how genetics and heredity play into human
characteristics and personality.
 Study the family and how it fits into society.
 Learn the characteristics of each developmental milestone/age;
birth through old age.
 Investigate various age-appropriate topics that each age group
goes through. Examples: picking an occupation, peer pressure,
the power of cliques, smoking, acne, need for sleep for the teen
years.
 Get perspective on the point of view from different ages and
stages of human life.
 Gain insight into interpersonal relationships, both same age and
intergenerational.
 Take a look at disease and conditions that occur in the various age
categories.
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Instructional Practices in Education and Training
is a field-based unpaid internship that provides
students with background knowledge of child and
adolescent development as well as principles of
effective teaching and practices. Students work
under the joint direction and supervision of both
the high school teacher and other exemplary
educators in various grade levels in Garland ISD.
Students learn to plan and direct individualized
instruction and group activities, prepare
instructional materials, develop materials for
educational environments, assist with record
keeping, and complete other responsibilities of
teachers, trainers, paraprofessionals, or other
educational personnel.
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This second year program is an unpaid field-based
internship that provides students background
knowledge of child and adolescent development
principles as well as principles of effective
teaching and training practices. Students in this
course work under the joint direction and
supervision of both a teacher with knowledge of
early childhood education and exemplary
educators in direct instructional roles with
elementary, middle school, and high school aged
students. Students learn to plan and direct
individualized instruction and group activities,
prepare instructional materials, assist with record
keeping make physical arrangements, and
complete other responsibilities of classroom
teachers, trainers, paraprofessionals, or other
educational personnel.
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Finance
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Investigate global economics. Apply critical thinking skills to
analyze financial options. Gain knowledge/skills necessary to set
long term financial goals.
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Are you sick of your
parents telling you
that you don’t
understand the value
of money?
PROVE THEM WRONG!
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Learn about finance:
Checking accounts
Savings accounts
Balancing a checkbook
Student loans
Budgeting
Interest rates
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Accounting 1&2
Course Numbers: AcctgI 8604/8672 Acctg II 8607/8597
Introduction:
Accounting is the planning, recording, analyzing and interpreting
of financial information. Used in all careers and beneficial for daily life, accounting will
give you the competitive edge you need to succeed beyond the scope of the classroom. In
this course, you will investigate the accounting field and experience the same business
and work environment as the real world. You will be able to use accounting programs to
perform the work of an accountant. This class will be especially useful for those wanting
to start their own businesses in the future or who plan to pursue a career in business or
accounting.
Current Benefits:
1. Increase GPA-honors
and dual credit
2. Earn dual credit
3. Prepare you for college
Fun Facts:
1.Higher earning potential
Offers world-wide job opportunities
2. Simulates business environment through fun projects
such as monopoly
3. Prepares you for college
4. Prepares you for the financial world speakers
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Future Benefits:
1. Become more marketable
for a job
2. Be able to prepare your
own tax returns and save
money
3. Increase chances of getting
a scholarship
4. Learn how to manage your
money
5. Earn higher than average
salary
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Health Science
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8145 PRINCIPLES OF HEALTH SCIENCE
GRADES: 10-12 I CREDIT
PREREQUISITE: 3112 BIOLOGY I OR TAKING CONCURRENTLY
YOUR FUTURE IN
HEALTH CARE BEGINS
HERE!
THIS COURSE IS THE PREREQUISITE COURSE FOR
8150 HEALTH SCIENCE (CLINICAL ROTATION)
COURSE OVERVIEW:
THIS COURSE INTRODUCES SKILLS RELATED TO THE HEALTH CARE INDUSTRY SUCH
AS TAKING VITAL SIGNS, BODY ME CHANICS, MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY AND OTHER
ENTRY LEVEL SKILLS. COURSE CONTENT
RELATES TO PATIENT RELATIONSHIPS,
WORKING ENVIRONMENTS, ETHICAL AND
LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES. VARIED HEALTH
CARE OCCUPATIONS ARE EXPLORED TO
AID STUDENTS IN CAREER SELECTION ARE
EXPLORED TO AID STUDENTS IN CAREER
SELECTION AND PREPARE THEM FOR FUTURE
EMPLOYMENT. This one-credit course satisfies the
requirement for one-half credit of Health.
The Garland Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. A free and appropriate
education is offered to eligible students.
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Health Science
8150 Health Science
Clinical Rotation
Grade 11-12 2 credits
Prerequisite: 8145
Principles of Health Science
Course Overview:
This course is for students with a serious interest in health care.
Students must go through an application and interview process
and be selected for this program. It is designed to provide for the
development of advanced knowledge and skills related to a wide
variety of health careers. Students will have in-class hands-on experience for continued knowledge and skill development. Students may spend 1-2 class days per week at either Baylor Regional Medical Center of Plano, Doctors Hospital at White Rock Lake,
or Texas Health Resources Presbyterian Hospital at Dallas. Testing, including drug screen, background checks, health insurance
coverage and additional immunizations may be required by the
cooperating health care facilities. Fees include but are not limited
to: malpractice insurance, TB skin testing, influenza vaccine, uniforms, HOSA dues.
This course is the prerequisite course for 8151 Practicum in Health Science
(Clinical Rotation II)
The Garland Independent
School District does not
discriminate on the basis of
race, color, national origin,
sex, disability, or age in its
programs and activities. A
free and appropriate
education is offered to
eligible students.
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Career and Technology – Practicum Classes
Practicum in Health Science 8151 is the third class in sequence in Health Science Technology. The two
prerequisite classes are Principles of Health Science 8145 and Health Science Clinical Rotation 8153.
Focused Practicum classes are taught in a variety of areas, including
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Pharmacy Tech,
EKG,
Medical Lab,
Sports Medicine,
Nurse Assisting,
EMT,
Basic Skills Training,
Teen CERT, and a few variable others.
Some of the classes result in a certification or eligibility to sit for a certification exam; these are
Pharmacy Tech, EMT, Sports Medicine, and Phlebotomy. Additionally, some classes provide the
opportunity to earn dual credit.
Practicum classes are taught at a number of high schools in the district. Depending on your choice of
classes, you may be traveling to your class. All are double blocked, usually on B day. The only HST
Practicum class currently taught at Naaman Forest is Pharmacy Tech.
Pharmacy Tech is a comprehensive year-long study of the basics of Pharmacology. It includes lecture,
lab, and computer exercises, as well as outside work and research projects. You will sometimes work
alone, sometimes in a group. You will learn the dynamics of group work and responsibility. You will learn
the exact skills used in the pharmacy, such as counting pills, deciphering prescriptions, handling patient
information confidentially, compounding prescriptions, and a whole new world of terminology. Certified
Pharmacy techs are very well paid and this is a great occupation during college, as well as a stepping
stone to admission to Pharmacy school.
EMT, taught at Lakeview, is an exciting program leading to an
opportunity to take the EMT certification exam. You will work with real EMT’s, ride the ambulance at
the end of the year, learn rescue techniques and myriad other skills. If you want to be a firefighter or a
Paramedic, this would interest you.
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Hospitality
&
Tourism
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8160 - Lifetime Nutrition & Wellness
Grades 10 – 12
You will study the principals of food preparation, technology, and nutrition and
how they are interdependent with growth, development, health, and wellness.
Students will utilize these principles to make informed choices, promote good
health, and learn how to pursue careers related to food science, technology, and
nutrition. All academic skills will be improved through lab work.
We Are Really Cooking!!!
Promoting Healthy Living & Lifestyles
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Practicum in Hospitality Services & Hospitality Services
Love to work and help others?
Love to work in the kitchen?
Hospitality Service is the place
for you.
Apply for Hospitality Services!!
This course is for students in
grades 11-12
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Hotels, Restaurants,
Cruise Ships, Theme Parks,
and Much More
Naaman Forest
Hospitality
At Your Service!
• Get Hands-on Training in
a Hotel!
• Receive a certification in
food Safety (ServSafe
Certification)
• Possible employment
once course is completed
Possible jobs in the hospitality
field:
Hotel General Manager, Cruise
Ship Coordinator, Chef, Front
Desk Attendant, Banquet Captain, Hotel Sales Manager, Beverage retailer, Brewer, Sommelier,
Amusement Park Ride Controller,
Waitress
(Age 18).
• Receive two (2) credits
Naaman Forest
Hospitality
At Your Service!
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8184 Food Science
(Science Credit/Year Long)
Textbook: Food Science, The Biochemistry of Food & Nutrition
Food Science is the study of producing, processing, preparing,
evaluating, and using food.
If you enroll in this class, you will participate in group experiments,
taste tests, & activities!
While this is not a “foods cooking class”, you will have the oppotunity to learn about food production and nutrition while gaining a Science Credit!
Students doing a blind smell test
Student examining nutrition label
Daily life is filled with events that demonstrate the close relationship between food and the scientific world! Learn about the
different types of work that Food Scientists do! Learn what you
would have to study in college to become a Food Scientist!
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Human
Services
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Principles of Human Services
In this course, you will explore careers in the Human Services Career Cluster.
Some of that career investigation will include careers in the following areas:
-Counseling and Mental Health
-Early Childhood Development
-Family and Community Services
-Personal Care Services
Other topics to be included:
-How to secure a position in high-skill, high-wage, or high-demand careers
-Focus on work ethic and professionalism in the work place
-Successful personal characteristics
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Dollars and $ense
Course #: 8167
You will learn about many different aspects of life, with an emphasis on how finances affect
those aspects which include:
-Career Development, Employment, and Unemployment
-Credit
-Debt
-Decision Making
-Foods: Cooking on a Budget (We do visit the foods lab once or twice)
-Housing
-Insurance
-Investing Your Money
-Saving and Spending
-Paychecks
-Values, Needs, Goals
A background in Dollars and Sense would be beneficial in the following Human Service Careers:
-Personal Financial Planning
-Restaurant, Hotel, and Institutional Management
-Education
-Business Administration/Entrepreneurial Endeavors
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INTERPERSONAL STUDIES-8158
10th-12th grade
1/2 credit
LESSONS in CLASS:
*character development
*decision making
*relationship development…..PROJECT: plan a wedding
*career options
*stress management
*employability skills
What
are
VALU your
ES?
Believe in
yourself
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Child Development #8165
 Learn all about the development of
children, (beginning with prenatal).
 Talk about the preparation needed
for being a parent someday.
 Experience and empathize with the
prenatal process.
 Watch various human births.
 Take home a “baby simulator”.
 Learn about nutrition for young children.
 Learn about proper discipline
management plans.
 Investigate careers in the child care
field.
 Understand why young children act
the way they do.
 Give yourself an opportunity to know if you are good with
children (or not).
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Human Growth and Development #8169
 Study the various theories that fuel Human Growth and
Development, as a body of study.
 Learn about the various types of development that human beings
experience during their life; from conception to old age.
 Understand how genetics and heredity play into human
characteristics and personality.
 Study the family and how it fits into society.
 Learn the characteristics of each developmental milestone/age;
birth through old age.
 Investigate various age-appropriate topics that each age group
goes through. Examples: picking an occupation, peer pressure,
the power of cliques, smoking, acne, need for sleep for the teen
years.
 Get perspective on the point of view from different ages and
stages of human life.
 Gain insight into interpersonal relationships, both same age and
intergenerational.
 Take a look at disease and conditions that occur in the various age
categories.
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CAREER PREPARATION
Practicum in Human Services-8185/8186
11th & 12th grade
3 CREDITS
QUALIFICATIONS
*11th OR 12th grade
*acceptable grades, attendance, &
discipline record
*ability to work 15 hours per week
*complete application
*interview and be accepted by the
Career Prep. Teacher (Mrs. Oehlke)
ADVANTAGES
*Students “Earn While They Learn”
*Students earn 3 elective credits
*Allows for a flexible work schedule
*Gain valuable knowledge in
employability skills & real life lessons
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CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION
*what your employer expects
*employability skills
*handling conflict
*resumes & cover letters
*self-esteem
*communication skills
Come join the FUN and LEARN
what matters most in your life.
*goals
*responsibility
*values
*life after high school
*ethics
*money management
*character
*confidence
Teenagers Preparing
for the
Real World
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Information
Technology
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Principles of Information Technology
In this class we work on power point presentations, build and fly balsa
wood and paper airplanes, then start rotations on the various modules.
Second semester we learn how to design rings in MasterCAM, the students
can make the rings later if the pay for the silver. Then we do more module
rotations. At the end of the semester we build and fly rockets.
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Business Computer Info. Management
8610
9th-12th Grade
Full Year
Gain the necessary skills to make a successful transition to the
workforce/college. Learn various most Up-to-Date types of emerging
technologies; creating word processing documents, graphics, developing
spreadsheets, formulating databases, electronic presentations, and
internet based projects. Options: OPAC/MOS Certification; TECH Prep
Credit.
--Microsoft Office--
Word
Excel
Access
Powerpoint
Publisher
Internet Based Projects
Business Simulation
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Digital Interactive Media
8605/8671
10th-12th Grade
Full Year
Use digital & interactive media to learn employability MS Office
skills, web page design, desktop publishing, computer animation
presentations and photo/ graphic editing. Options: Dual Credit,
MOS/OPAC/Adobe Certification.
DTP
MS Office
Powerpoint Presentation
Photo/Graphic Editing-Photoshop
Movie Maker
Audio/Video/Music Editing
Computer Animation
Web Pg. Design
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Manufacturing
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Marketing,
Sales, &
Service
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Advertising & Sales Promotion #8612
Grades 10–12, One Semester
Did you know?
A 30 second Super Bowl commercial cost $3 million!
Everybody recognizes the NIKE "Swoosh" and McDonald's "golden arches." In
Advertising, students will take a walk through the "ad biz" and learn to create
advertisements with style. Students learn to appreciate the skills needed to secure market
information, develop budgets, price advertising services, and evaluate promotional
campaigns.
Learn:
Advantages:
• Understanding the Advertising
Industry
• Analyzing Customers
• Planning Campaigns
• Creating Ads
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• Head start in Marketing Program
• Evaluate Careers in Advertising
• Develop Communication/
Interpersonal Skills
• DECA
Sign up for Advertising to find out:
Where did the Nike Swoosh come from?
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Would you believe Nike founder, Phil Knight, did not like the design? Wait until you
hear the rest of the story.
How do they make food look so good in commercials?
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Can you imagine dipping grapes in oil for a commercial? How about pouring glue on
cereal? Learn the tricks of the trade.
Career and Technical Students are eligible to join DECA and participate in the
following:
GDX High Ropes Course
• Scholarship Opportunities
Mavericks
• Leadership Development
• Competition at District, State and International
Rough Riders
• Travel
Six Flags
• Field Trips
• Community Service
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Sports & Entertainment Marketing #8229
Grades 10 – 12, One Semester
Mrs. Bauer– Room 318
This course provides an overview of the functions of marketing as they relate to the sports
and entertainment fields. The sports segment of the class will include collegiate, professional,
and amateur sports. The entertainment segment will include movies, theater and music. The
recreation segment will include the marketing of recreational facilities and activities. Students
will be able to apply these skills in marketing and non-marketing careers.
Did you know?
Time outs for both teams are planned BEFORE a Mavericks game.
One of our NFHS DECA students found out first hand when he won
the chance to work on the court with the people in charge!
Projects:
 Simulate your own NFL
Franchise Team
 Manage a sports team
 Discuss your favorite players and
stars in class
 And much, much more!
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Advantages:
 Head start in Marketing Program
 Evaluate Careers in this dynamic
field
 Develop Communication/
Interpersonal Skills
Career and Technical Students are eligible to join DECA and participate in the
following:
GDX High Ropes Course
 Scholarship Opportunities
Mavericks
 Leadership Development
Rough Riders
Six Flags
 Competition at District, State and International
 Travel
 Field Trips
 Community Service
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Marketing Career Preparation Program
WHAT IS THE MARKETING CAREER PREPARATION PROGRAM?
It is designed to prepare motivated students for careers in Business and Marketing
through classroom instruction, participation in DECA, and on-the-job training.
Course numbers:
Marketing Dynamics Career Preparation I- #8216
Marketing Dynamics Career Preparation I (Dual Credit) - #8673
Practicum in Marketing Dynamics II- #8226
IN CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION:
• Students will receive instruction on business and marketing concepts, as well as
instruction to develop soft skills
• Accounts for 34% of student’s grades
• Includes counseling students on improvements and progression on the job
• Students earn 3 high school credits and can earn 3 college credits through Richland College (dual credit)
DECA
• Students are required to participate in DECA activities
• DECA promotes leadership and helps students build essential skills for business
careers
ON-THE-JOB-TRAINING
• Students must work a minimum of 15 hours per week
• Accounts for 66% of student’s grade
• Students will learn skills and knowledge for their specific work training
• Students will complete job specific training assignments
• Monitored by teacher to ensure satisfactorily performance
A Snapshot of the Career Preparation Program Student:
• Junior or Senior in High School
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• Excellent attendance record
• Great Attitude and Discipline record
• Proven success in academics
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Ability to work 15 hours per week
• Eligible for early release from school to report to work
Students in Career Prep program are preparing for careers in the following areas:
Advertising Services
Administrative and Clerical Support
Buying and Merchandising
Distribution and Logistics
E-marketing
Business Services
Finance and Banking
Hotel/Motel Management
Marketing Communications and Promotions
Marketing Information Management and Research
Restaurant Management
Retail Management
Professional Sales and Marketing
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Science,
Technology,
Engineering
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Mathematics
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8622 Engineering Design and Presentation is a one year course for students pursuing a career in
engineering. Students will study career goals, information technology, drafting techniques, and 3D
modeling. Computers are used to create drawings related to engineering.
8637 Advanced Engineering Design and Presentation is a one year course for students pursuing a career
in engineering. This is a second year course for students interested in engineering careers. Students will
study career goals, information technology, drafting techniques, and 3D modeling. Computers are used
to create drawings related to engineering. Students will use Inventor software to create 3D models and
3D animations of multipart products typical to engineering.
8588 Problems and solutions Engineering Design and Presentation is a third year course for students
interested in engineering careers. . Students will study career goals, information technology, drafting
techniques, and 3D modeling. Computers are used to create drawings related to engineering. Students
will use Inventor software to create 3D models and 3D animations of multipart products typical to
engineering.
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Naaman Forest High School
GISD
This magazine is the brain child of:
Rick Thompson & Tuck Tucker
Created by:
Problems and Solutions GD&I
Nina Valdez &
Ridge Bedell
Teacher: Faye Thomas
The Garland Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis
of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and
activities. A free and appropriate education is offered to eligible students.
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