Hatboro-Horsham High School Pathways to Success Academic Planner for Students and Parents

Hatboro-Horsham High School Curriculum Planning Guide for Students & Parents

YOUR PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS PLANNER

2009-2010 A guide for career planning and course selection for the 2009-2010 school year

Use this guide to develop a future career goal and academic plan.

Your future is your choice!!!

PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS Connecting Careers, Curriculum and

Character Education for Future Success

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Dear Parent/Guardian,

The course selection process is a critical step in planning your child’s academic

path. As you look through this course selection planner, you will recognize some

changes from the traditional format used to promote the hundreds of courses

we offer at Hatboro-Horsham High School.

Preparing students for success at all academic levels and in all future endeavors

is something in which we take great pride. On the following pages, you will

notice an introduction to something called Career Pathways. Frequently, high school students select courses without necessarily knowing the outcome or the

impact of those courses. The career pathway guide is a thought process that can

steer course selection. While a number of courses are mandatory because of

graduation requirements, we provide a myriad of elective courses in a variety of

areas.

Having students develop a Career Path mode of thinking helps them explore the

elective tract based on interests and provides them with a compass to reach

future goals. Identifying a career pathway can help in selecting school courses,

activities and part-time employment as well as work-based learning

opportunities.

I encourage you to review this document thoroughly with your son and/or

daughter and discuss his/her academic choices for the 2009-2010 school year.

“Students who experience education as a tool to build their future are much

more likely to make the most of it.”

(Pennsylvania Department of Education, 2006)

Sincerely,

Dennis M. Williams, Jr.

Principal

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Hatboro-Horsham School District

www.hatboro-horsham.org 229 Meetinghouse Road, Horsham, PA 19044

(215) 420-5000

Dr. William Lessa, Superintendent

Curtis Griffin, Assistant Superintendent Secondary Education

HATBORO-HORSHAM

HIGH SCHOOL 899 Horsham Road, Horsham, PA 19044

(215) 420-5500

KEITH VALLEY

MIDDLE SCHOOL 227 Meetinghouse Road, Horsham, PA 19044

(215) 420-5050

Administration Dennis Williams, Principal

Ralph Rapino, Assistant Principal (9 &12)

William Miles, Assistant Principal (10 -11)

Dr. Susan S. Bitner,

Assistant Principal

Curriculum and Instruction

Administration Jonathan Kircher, Principal

Lucretia Page, Assistant Principal (8)

Bing Crosby, Assistant Principal (7)

Barbara Whitelock, Assistant Principal (6)

Guidance 2009-2010

9 10 11 12 Guidance Dr. Andrew Osborne, Special Programs

Mrs. Cindy Ushler (8)

Ms. Rececca Troup (7)

Mrs. Judith Silver (6)

Mrs. Zahn

Mr. Noonan

Mrs. Carner

Ms. Lombardi Mrs. Townsend

Mrs. Varano

A-He

R-Z

Hi-Q

A-Go

Gr-M

N-Z

A-G

Ri-Z

H-Rh

A-Ha

He-O

P-Z

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Education for Future Success

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Pathways to Success Hatboro-Horsham School District

K-12 Awareness

↓ 6-10 Career Exploration

↓ PATHWAYS CHOICE Arts and Communications

Business, Finance, and Information Technology

Engineering Industrial Technology

Human Services

Science and Health ↓

HATBORO-HORSHAM HIGH SCHOOL

11-12 Follow Pathway for Course Selection

↓ High School Graduation

↓ Gateways to Your Future

↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ Post

Secondary

Education

Community College

Business/Technical College

4 Year College or

University

Military

Air Force

Army

Coast Guard

Marines

Navy

Workforce

Full time permanent

jobs

Combination of two

or more part-time jobs

Contract services

on short term basis

Apprenticeship

& Internship

On-the-job training in

trades and skilled

occupations

Carefully monitored

work experiences with

intentional learning

goals

Self-Employment

&

Entrepreneurship

Start a business

Buy a business

Take on a franchise

Consult or freelance

↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓

SUCCESSFUL CAREER AND

LIFELONG LEARNING

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Connecting Careers, Curriculum and Character EducationConnecting Careers, Curriculum and Character EducationConnecting Careers, Curriculum and Character EducationConnecting Careers, Curriculum and Character Education

Questions…Questions…Questions…

What are Career Pathways?

Each Pathway is a broad grouping of careers that share similar characteristics

and whose employment requirements call for many common interests, strengths

and competencies. A chosen Pathway focuses a student’s elective courses

toward preparing for a specific goal area.

Why should I choose a career pathway?

• To help focus on a career area that matches interests in high

school

• To help set goals and discover classes necessary to achieve those

goals

• To create career awareness and encourage planning for post

secondary education and opportunities

• To provide knowledge that relates your high school education to

the world after graduation

How do I choose a career pathway?

• You can complete the self-assessment in this Career Planning

Guide

• Your counselors, parents and teachers can assist you with your

choice

• You will research various career fields in 9th and 10th grades in

designated career development activities

Will there be any change in my major academic studies?

No, you will still take all required core courses at AP, Honors, College Prep, and

Academic levels. You will still follow the requirements for your graduation class.

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Your FutureYour FutureYour FutureYour Future————Understanding the Understanding the Understanding the Understanding the DilemmaDilemmaDilemmaDilemma:::: In America billions of dollars are spent each year to provide an education for children and youth, frequently stressing education as a goal in itself. Each June at graduation ceremonies, school officials routinely announce the percentage of students continuing their studies at post-secondary institutions. It was and is assumed that a good education will produce a positive and satisfying lifestyle. In general, this wisdom is still valid. However, continued education without some vision of a future career goal may lead a student to years of aimless wandering through college programs, incurring extra expense and a delayed entry into the labor market. Students, families, and schools should be creating realistic career expectations based on achievement, personal choice, and future labor market demands. Consider these facts about the typical four-year college student in Pennsylvania.

1. The most popular major for college freshmen is “UNDECLARED.” 2. Nearly 40% of all college freshmen do not complete their first year. 3. Less than 30% of all college freshmen earn a baccalaureate degree in four

years. 4. One out of every two college graduates cannot find work in his or her

field. One out of three cannot find college-level employment.

For this generation, the number one predictor of postsecondary success, particularly in college, is not grades, but rather having a goal or the commitment that comes from career maturity and career direction. -Dr. Kenneth Gray, Pennsylvania State University

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How do you know if you have Career Maturity?How do you know if you have Career Maturity?How do you know if you have Career Maturity?How do you know if you have Career Maturity?

Defining Career Maturity Career fantasy, unencumbered by reality, is natural and desirable in the elementary grades, but by the junior year of high school, you should be able to:

1. Understand the importance of narrowing career interests as a basis for postsecondary planning

2. Have identified one or more career interests after an objective evaluation of your likes and dislikes, understanding your aptitudes, and labor market projections

3. Have engaged, by the end of the 12th grade, in activities to verify these choices

4. Used these choices to make post-high-school decisions Deciding what to do after high school should be based on a realistic personal assessment of your likes and dislikes, as well as identifying strengths and weaknesses as they relate to labor market opportunities; making career decisions; and then exploring alternatives to prepare to pursue these interests. Note that, among teens, developing career maturity does not mean forcing you to make a

decision at age 18 (or before) on the “one best” career, or “locking you into a decision.”

The hope is that much of the narrowing down process will take place during the high

school years and not while incurring great expense in college or enduring

disappointments in the labor market.

You may change your mind later, but if you make good decisions in the first place, your new interests should relate to the originals.

Career maturity is as important as academic maturity. Both predict post-high-school success. -Dr. Kenneth Gray, Pennsylvania State University

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Career Pathways to Prepare all StudentsCareer Pathways to Prepare all StudentsCareer Pathways to Prepare all StudentsCareer Pathways to Prepare all Students For College and CareersFor College and CareersFor College and CareersFor College and Careers

Technological advances and global competition have transformed the nature of work. Tomorrow’s jobs will require more knowledge, better skills, and more flexible workers than ever before. Tomorrow’s workers must be prepared to change jobs and careers several times, continually updating their knowledge and skills. To prepare today’s students for tomorrow, Hatboro-Horsham schools are working to help students achieve in challenging subjects. One key approach to this goal is to provide students with relevant contacts to learning. Career Pathways links what students learn in school with the knowledge and skills they need for success in college and careers. Career pathways create a system where the high school is directly connected to jobs and post-secondary training. This direct connection to future goals motivates students to work harder and enroll in more rigorous courses.

The High Five! 1. Change is Constant We change constantly, and so does the world around

us—including the working world. Because a single occupation will no longer take workers from the beginning to the end of their working lives, adaptability is an important skill to carry into the future.

2. Learning is Ongoing Graduating from high school or college doesn’t mean that your education is complete. Opportunities to learn are everywhere! Learn to recognize them and make your learning a life-long experience.

3. Focus on the Journey Traveling through life is like traveling down a road: having a destination gives direction, but most of the time is spent moving along. Pay attention to the journey, with all its pitfalls, sidetracks, opportunities and highways to new destinations.

4. Follow Your Heart Dreaming about your future can help you understand what you really want in life. Knowing what you want and keeping it in your mind can give you the motivation you need to deal with life’s challenges. Never be afraid to dream.

5. Access Your Allies The journey of life is not taken alone. Friends, family, teachers, neighbors—any of them can be willing and helpful allies when it comes to judging what steps to take on life’s path.

-Bill Barry, The Real Game

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Why should I have an Academic Plan?Why should I have an Academic Plan?Why should I have an Academic Plan?Why should I have an Academic Plan?

This booklet has been developed to guide you in your future career planning and course selection. Choosing your future is one of the most exciting and challenging decisions you will

make. You have the opportunity to choose your future, not leave it to chance or luck. Planning for your future will give you a better chance for reaching that goal.

YOUR FUTURE IS YOUR CHOICE!

Everyone enters the work force at some point. To plan your career, you need to plan your high school academic program. The courses you take and your experiences and accomplishments in high school can lead you to your chosen career path. However, not having an academic plan and not making preparations along the way can slow you down in your career preparation.

Career implies more than just a job—it includes education, work and lifestyle. Achieving success and a satisfying career takes planning, studying, training and vision. Your choice of courses now allows you to smoothly and successfully move on to your career plan later. For a better future, begin now to:

o Explore different possibilities

o Determine your pathway

o Choose courses which follow your pathway

o Learn what the work force needs and expects of its employees

To help with this planning, talk to your parents and your teachers, and contact your guidance counselor. This Career Planning Guide:

o Helps you to focus interests and abilities o Identifies occupations that are part of your pathway o Recommends foundation and elective courses that lead to specific

career pathways

Use this booklet to aid you in charting your career pathway. You may change your focus during your high school program, but having a goal will help you to select the best foundation courses. These will lead all students toward a solid academic background.

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OptionsOptionsOptionsOptions

Arts and Communications

Business, Finance and Information Technology

Engineering and Industrial Technology

Human Services

Science and Health

How do I use this planner?

Over the next several years, you will be exploring various career fields. As you select a career field and then narrow it to occupations, you will need an academic program that gives you a solid foundation. You may select courses that are recommended core courses and elective courses that lead to specific career goals.

1. Complete the self-assessment tool beginning on pages 12-15 to narrow down a primary and secondary pathway for possible exploration. Or go to www.hatboro-horsham.org/cd. Choose the “Career Awareness & Preparation” button on the left. Create a Bridges

Choices Planner account following the instructions on the web page. Our password is “hatters” (case sensitive).

2. Review the information given in the Planner on all the pathways, with a special focus on the areas that fit your interests (pages 20-30).

3. Refer to the worksheet attached on page 18 to develop a plan for foundation courses

and electives fitting the pathway of your choice. You may tear the worksheet out of

this planner for ease of use.

4. Review the graduation requirements on page 17 to keep yourself on pace to graduate within a four-year span of time.

5. Remember that most careers of the future will require some advanced training and be

prepared to continue your education in a variety of ways. Refer to the different levels of education needed to access varying careers under each pathway area.

a. Entry level positions are jobs most likely to begin immediately after high school. b. Skilled or technical occupations usually require advanced skills or technical

training in a two-year program. c. Professional level occupations usually require four or more years of

college/university experience. d. Read page 31 to determine which post-secondary educational experiences would

be best for reaching your goals. 6. Review the Community Learning Opportunities highlighted on page 30 to make

connections for the transition to college and/or work before you graduate from high school.

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SelfSelfSelfSelf----AssessmentAssessmentAssessmentAssessment————Who am I?Who am I?Who am I?Who am I?

What do you want to be when you grow up? There are many adults who still don’t know the answer to this question. How can they expect you to know? One of the best ways to explore careers and get pointed in the right direction is to take an assessment test. These can measure things such as:

Interests Skills Values Personality The nice thing about these is that there are no wrong answers. Your likes and dislikes are very important in career planning. They will supply you with ideas about the types of jobs that might be a “best fit” for you. Since these assessments are only part of the entire career puzzle, the results might not be exactly what you expect. Use these results and other experiences to broaden your search and explore careers that you might not have otherwise considered. The assessment that follows is based on the Holland Interest Inventory. At the end of the assessment you will have an interest profile that matches different career areas. Once you have completed and scored your results, you will get a primary and secondary pathway option for your future planning.

Connecting Careers, Curriculum & Character EducationConnecting Careers, Curriculum & Character EducationConnecting Careers, Curriculum & Character EducationConnecting Careers, Curriculum & Character Education

Hatboro-Horsham School District is committed to the integration of “Character” into the curriculum. Every department and pathway will promote the social, emotional, and ethical traits that will lead to the development of a student’s character. Service Learning and Internship opportunities will promote students’ character education through experiential learning, thus preparing students to become lifelong learners and active, productive members of the community and society in which they live. The Core character traits that will guide the Pathways to Success program are:

• Caring • Respect • Trust • Fairness • Citizenship

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Holland Types and Pathways Matches

*If you prefer to complete your survey online using Bridges Choices Planner please refer to the pathways

chart on page 16 of this booklet.

STEP ONE: In each group, (√) the items that describe you. Then, count up the number of check marks and fill in the total. Be as honest as you can. Remember, there are no wrong answers.

R Are You? Can You? Like To: Practical Fix mechanical

things Tinker with

mechanics Athletic Solve mechanical

problems Work Outdoors

Straightforward Pitch a tent Be physically active

Mechanically inclined

Play a sport Use your hands

A nature lover Read a blueprint Build things

Work on cars Operate tools & machinery

R Total =

R = REALISTIC Realistic people like to take a concrete approach to problem solving rather than rely on abstract theory. They generally show an interest in activities that require motor coordination, skill and physical strength. Pathways related to this type:

• Engineering and Industrial Technology • Science and Health • Business, Finance and Information Technology

I Are You? Can You? Like To: Inquisitive Think abstractly Explore ideas

Analytical Solve math problems

Use computers

Scientific Understand physical theories

Work independently

Observant Do complex calculations

Perform lab experiments

Precise Use a microscope Read scientific and technical magazines

Analyze data

I Total =

I – INVESTIGATIVE Investigative people prefer to think, rather than act, to organize and understand rather than persuade. They tend to be good at math and science. Pathways related to this type:

• Science and Health • Engineering and Industrial Technology • Business, Finance and Information Technology

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STEP ONE CONTINUED…

A Are You? Can You? Like To: Creative Sketch, draw, paint Attend concerts,

theater, art exhibits

Intuitive Play a musical instrument

Read fiction, plays, poetry

Imaginative Write stories, poetry, music

Work on crafts

Innovative Design fashions or interiors

Take photographs

An individualist Sing, act, dance Express yourself creatively

A Total =

A – ARTISTIC Artistic people like to work on unstructured situation s where they can use their creativity. They enjoy performing (theater and music) and the visual arts. Pathways related to this type:

• Arts and Communications • Human Services

S Are You? Can You? Like To: Friendly Teach/train others Work in groups

Helpful Express yourself clearly

Help people with problems

Idealistic Lead a group discussion

Participate in meetings

Insightful Moderate disputes Do volunteer service

Outgoing Plan and supervise an activity

Work with young people

Understanding Cooperate well with others

Play team sports

S Total =

S = SOCIAL Pathways related to this type:

• Human Services • Science and Health • Business, Finance and Information Technology

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STEP ONE CONTINUED…

E Are You? Can You? Like To: Self-Confident Initiate projects Make decisions

affecting others Assertive Convince people to

do things your way

Be elected to office

Sociable Sell things or promote ideas

Win a leadership sales award

Persuasive Give talks or speeches

Start your own political campaign

Enthusiastic Arrange activities and events

Meet important people

Energetic Lead a group

E Total =

E – ENTERPRISING Enterprising people are verbally skilled and enjoy influencing and persuading others. They like to lead and tend to be assertive and enthusiastic. Pathways related to this type:

• Business, Finance and Information Technology • Human Services

C Are You? Can You? Like To: Well groomed Work well within a

system Follow clearly

defined procedures

Accurate Do a lot of paperwork in a short time

Use data processing equipment

Numerically inclined

Keep accurate records

Work with numbers

Methodical Use a computer terminal

Type or take notes

Conscientious Write an effective business letter

Be responsible for details

Efficient

C Total =

C - CONVENTIONAL Pathways related to this type:

• Business, Finance and Information Technology • Human Services • Arts and Communications

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STEP TWO: Using your totals, identify the three letters that have the highest scores. Record the letter and number of checks in the box below: My Interests Codes Are:

1.

2.

3.

#

#

#

STEP THREE: Now we will match your Holland Interest Type with Career Pathways. In the table below, circle your three interest code letters wherever they appear. Interest Codes: Pathway:

A C S E Arts and Communications (AC) R I S C Business, Finance and Information

Technology (BFIT) R I Engineering and Industrial Technology (EIT) S A E C Human Services (HS) R I S Science and Health (SH)

STEP FOUR: Count the number of circles in each Pathway to determine your Primary and Secondary Pathways.

Primary Pathway ____________ (most number of circles) Secondary Pathway __________ (second most number of circles) In case of a tie, go back and review the assessment for more indicating factors or contact your counselor for assistance. Note: This tool, as well as a series of other types, will be used to assist students and parents in the selection process. As always, this is an ongoing process.

Science

AND

Health

HUMANHUMANHUMANHUMAN

SERVICESSERVICESSERVICESSERVICES

ENGINEERING

&

INDUSTRIAL

TECHNOLOGY

Business,

Finance &

Information

Technology

ARTS AND

Communications

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THE 5 PATHWAY OPTIONS

ARTS And

Communications

Designed to cultivate students’ awareness, interpretation, application and production of visual, verbal and written work. FOCUS AREAS:

• Performing Arts (PA) • Visual Arts (VA) • Publishing Arts (PU)

Business, Business, Business, Business, Finance Finance Finance Finance

& Information & Information & Information & Information

TechnologyTechnologyTechnologyTechnology

Designed to prepare students for careers in the world of business, finance and information services. FOCUS AREAS:

• Marketing, Sales and Service (MS) • Finance (F) • Information Technology (IT) • Business Management (MT)

ENGINEERENGINEERENGINEERENGINEERINGINGINGING

& INDUSTRIAL& INDUSTRIAL& INDUSTRIAL& INDUSTRIAL

TECHNOLOGYTECHNOLOGYTECHNOLOGYTECHNOLOGY

Designed to cultivate students’ interests, awareness and application to areas related to technologies necessary to design, develop, install or maintain physical systems. FOCUS AREAS:

• Engineering and Engineering Technology (ET) • Construction and Architecture (CT) • Manufacturing (M) • Transportation, Distribution and Logistics (TDL)

HUMANHUMANHUMANHUMAN

SERVICESSERVICESSERVICESSERVICES

Designed to cultivate students’ interests, skills and experience for employment in careers related to familiar and human needs. FOCUS AREAS:

• Counseling and Personal Care (CPC) • Education (E) • Law, Public Safety and Government (LPG) • Hospitality and Tourism (HT)

ScienceScienceScienceScience

ANDANDANDAND

HealthHealthHealthHealth

Designed to cultivate students’ interests in the life, physical and behavioral sciences. In addition, the planning, managing and providing of therapeutic services, diagnostic services, health information and biochemistry research development. FOCUS AREAS:

• Health Science (HS) • Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (AFN) • Science, Technology and Math (STM)

Hatboro-Horsham School District—Pathways to Success

Caring Respect Trust Fairness Citizenship

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HATBORO-HORSHAM HIGH SCHOOL CORE CURRICULUM This four-year plan of study should serve as a guide as you develop your academic core requirements.

Courses below are graduation requirements (•) and/or recommended Pathway electives(*).

9th 10th 11th 12th English I (Choose 2) •English & •Comm. Strategies

Honors CP Academic

•English

II (Choose 1)

Honors -(American Experience) CP Academic

•English

III (Choose 1)

Honors CP Academic

•English IV Senior English (Choose 1)

AP Honors CP Academic Career Prep

Math (Choose 2) • Freshman math-see math section in this guide to help with selection •Prob/Stat

Accelerated Honors CP Academic

•Math (Choose 1)

Accelerated Honors CP Academic

•Math (Choose 1)

Accelerated -AP options Honors CP

Math or

*Pathway

Elective

Accelerated -AP options Honors -AP options CP

Science (Choose 2) •Physical

Science (1) &

•Environment-

al Science (.5)

Honors CP Academic

•Science (Choose 1)

Honors CP Academic

•Science (Choose 1)

AP options Honors CP Academic

Science or

*Pathway Elective -AP options

•Social

Studies (Choose 1)

Honors CP Academic

•Social

Studies (Choose 1)

Honors- (American Experience) CP Academic

•Social

Studies

AP options Honors- CP Academic

Social Studies or

*Pathway Elective -AP options

•Phys. Ed. •Health Required in 10th grade

•Phys. Ed. •Pathways or Futures

Seminar

•Phys. Ed.

& Health

Required senior year

New Physical Education Requirements 1. You must take 2 half credit Physical Education classes between ninth, tenth and eleventh grades. You may decide

which years you will take Physical Education. You may not take two Physical Education classes during the same school year.

2. All sophomores will take Health

3. All seniors will take combined Physical Education & Health Freshmen may select any combination of the following course elective areas not to exceed 1 credit.

Sophomores may select up to 3 credits of elective courses.

Juniors may select up to 3 credits of elective courses.

Seniors may select up to 5.5 credits of elective courses.

*World Language *World Language *World Language *World Language

Electives *Pathway Elective

-AP options *Pathway Elective

-AP options •Creative Arts Elective (.5 credit) & •Technology Elective (,5 credit)

A Word about Electives & High School Graduation Requirements Before selecting any elective, be sure all prerequisites have been met.

Graduation Credit Requirements Class of 2010, 2011, 2012 & 2013

English 5-7 Math 4-6 Science 3.5 Social Studies 3 Phys. Ed & Health 2 Technology Elective .5 credit (your choice) Creative Arts .5 Pathways Seminar & Graduation Project 1.0 (.5 + .5) Electives 5.5-9.5

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Name: Post-Secondary Goal: Entry Level (OJT) Skilled/Technical (2 yr) Professional (4 yr)

Pathway: Arts and Communications Business, Finance and Information Technology Engineering and Industrial Technology Human Services Science and Health

Core Courses Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

English

Math

Science

Social Studies

PE/Health

Technology

Creative Arts

World Language

Pathway Electives Pathway Electives Pathway Electives Pathway Electives Pathway Electives

Arts & Communications Business, Finance & Information Technology Engineering & Industrial Technology Human Services Science and Health

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Course SeleCourse SeleCourse SeleCourse Selection Procedurection Procedurection Procedurection Procedure 1. Remember: You will still take all required core courses at AP, Honors, College

Prep, Academic or Career Prep levels.

2. See your teacher for placement recommendation in the core course subject

areas. Core subject areas: English, Math, Social Studies, Science.

3. Refer to page 16 in this guide to see the required courses for your graduation

year.

4. Keep in mind: Electives are an important part of your high school experience.

Colleges and employers want to see high school students engaged in their

school. They evaluate your career maturity by considering your participation in

school and community activities as well as the choices you make in your elective

class work.

5. To learn more about our courses, go to the high school web page (see path to

course description catalog below).

6. Use the Pathway suggestions as you consider your elective opportunities.

7. Consult your Guidance Counselor with course selection questions.

Counselor 9th 10th 11th 12th

Mrs. Carner A-Go A-Ha

Ms. Lombardi Gr-M He-O

Mrs. Varano N-Z P-Z

Mrs. Zahn A-G A-He

Mrs. Townsend H-Rh Hi-Q

Mr. Noonan Ri-Z R-Z

Mrs. Hermann College, Occupation & Resource Counselor

Path to Course Description Catalog Go to www.hatboro-horsham.org/courseselection

Course Registration Procedure Students will register for courses online in January 2009. Listen for announcements

and further information for finalizing course registration.

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Arts and Communications (AC) Pathway This Pathway is designed to cultivate students’ awareness, interpretation, application and

production of visual, verbal and written work.

PATHWAY FOCUS AREAS Performing Arts (PA) Visual Arts (VA) Publishing Arts (PU)

Are you interested in… Can you… Do you enjoy… News Reporting and Writing Interviewing and Reviewing

Multi-Media Productions Acting

Radio, TB, Film, Video Performing in a band, chorus

Attending Concerts Designing logos or objects such as

cars or toys

Sing Play an Instrument

Be Creative Act

Articulate Clearly Write and Conduct Interviews

Meet Deadlines Sell

Express yourself artistically

Writing Making Videos

Working with Film props Seeking Creative Ideas

Working with Sound Effects Performing in Front of a Live

Audience Working with your hands to

create Work with Computers

If you answered “yes” to most of these questions, you might consider a future in one of the sample

occupations listed below based on their level of post-secondary training.

SAMPLE CAREERS

Entry (On Job Training) Technical/Skilled (1-3 yrs) Professional (4 or + yrs) Model (PA)

Radio Operator (PA) Stage Hand (PA)

Stunt Performer (PA) Film Loader (VA)

Floral Designer (VA) Florist (VA)

(VA) Sound Technician (VA) Desktop Publisher (PU)

Circulation (PU) Copy Person (PU)

Newsroom Worker (PU) Announcers (PA)

Dancer (PA) Photographer (VA)

TV, Video & Motion Picture Operator (VA)

Actor (PA) Graphic Designer (VA)

Choreographer (PA) Dancer (PA)

Disc Jockey (PA) Musician (PA)

Talent Agent (PA) Animator (VA)

Jeweler (VA) Make-up Artist (VA)

Recording Engineer (VA) Video Manager (VA)

(VA) Web Designer (PU)

*Desktop Publisher (PU) Culinary

Commercial Illustrator (PU) Digital Image Designer (PU)

Art or Music Teacher (PA) Cinematographer (PA)

Composer (PA) Film Editor (PA)

Music or Art Critic (PA) Music Director (PA)

News Broadcaster (PA) Graphic Designer(VA)

Culinary(PA) Architect(VA) Curator (VA)

Advertising Creator (VA) Art Director (VA)

Industrial Designer (VA) Copy Writer (PU)

Telecommunications (PU) Illustrator (VA)

Writer (PU) Interior Designer (VA)

Producer & Director (PA) Editor (PA)

Fashion Designer (VA) Multi-Media Artist (PA)

*High Priority Occupations – job categories that are in demand by employers, have higher skill needs, and

are most likely to provide family sustaining wages

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Arts and Communications Pathway Electives Please Note: Before selecting any elective, be sure all prerequisites have been met. Check the course description pages of the Web-based guide for elective requirements.

Find this page online @ www.hatboro-horsham.org/courseselection Electives are color coded online to help you find your selections in the Web-based Course Selection Guide

English (yellow); Social Studies (green); Math (blue); Science (pink); Business & Computer Science (teal); World Language (white); Visual Arts, Family & Consumer Science, Industrial Technology

(green); Music (pink); Health & PE (yellow); Community Learning (blue); Eastern (orange) 9th 10th 11th 12th

Computer Graphics I (VA & PU) Drawing (VA) Ceramics (VA) 9th Grade Digital Photography (VA ) Communications Technology I (PU) Technical Drawing (VA & PU) *Using Handheld Computers *Desktop Publishing (VA & PU) *Web Design (VA & PU) *Introduction to Computer Science *Computer Applications *21st Century Computer Skills (AC) *Adv. 21st Century Computer Skills (AC) Choir (PA) Band (PA) Guitar 1 (PA) Piano Lab (PA)

Theatre Arts and Drama I (PA & PU)) Journalism (PU) Creative Writing (PU) Poetry Workshop (PU) 9th Grade Family & Consumer Science (PA) Computerized, Sewing, Textiles & Fashion (VA) Art of Quiltmaking (VA) World Language I Spanish, French, German Eastern Photography Mini (VA & PU)

Art Major I (VA) Drawing (VA) Computer Graphics I & II (VA & PU) Interior Design I & II (VA) Intro. To Painting (VA) Jewelry (VA) Ceramics I & II (VA) Digital Photography (VA) Communications Technology I ( PU) Communications Technology 2 (PA) Technical Drawing I & II (VA & PU) Architectural Drawing I & II (VA & PU) *Using Handheld Computers *Desktop Publishing (VA & PU) *Web Design (VA & PU) *Advanced Web Design (VA & PU) *Introduction to Computer Science *Computer Applications *Advanced Desktop Publishing (VA & PU) *21st Century Computer Skills *Adv. 21st Century Computer Skills Choir (PA) Band (PA) Guitar 1 & 2 (PA) Piano Lab (PA) Vocal Major (PA) Madrigals (PA) Women’s Ensemble (PA) Musical Theater Workshop (PA) Theatre Arts and Drama I & II (PA & PU)) Shakespeare: Tragedies (PA & PU)) Shakespeare: Comedies and History Plays (PA & PU) Poetry Workshop (PA & PU) Journalism (PU) Broadcast Journalism (PA & PU) Creative Writing (PU) Poetry Workshop (PU) Student Publication Production I (PU) Marketing, Sports & Entertainment (PA & PU) Computerized, Sewing, Textiles & Fashion & Ind. Study (VA) Art of Quiltmaking & Ind. Study (VA) Lifetime Physical Fitness and Wellness World Language I, II, III Spanish, French, German Eastern Photography Mini (VA & PU)

Art Major I (VA) Art Major II (VA) Computer Graphics I & II (VA & PU) Drawing (VA) Interior Design I & II (VA) Intro. To Painting (VA) 2-D Design (VA) Jewelry (VA) Ceramics I, II & III (VA) Digital Photography I & II (VA) Sculpture (VA) Printmaking (VA & PA) Communications Technology I (PU) Communications Technology 2 (PU) Technical Drawing I & II (VA & PU) Architectural Drawing I & II (VA & PU) Engineering I & II Using Handheld Computers Desktop Publishing (VA & PU) Web Design (VA & PU) Advanced Web Design (VA & PU) *Introduction to Computer Science *Computer Applications *21st Century Computer Skills *Adv. 21st Century Computer Skills Advanced Desktop Publishing (VA & PU) Choir (PA) Band (PA) Guitar 1, 2, & 3 (PA) Piano Lab (PA) Vocal Major (PA) Music Major (PA) Solo and Improvisation (PA) Madrigals (PA) Women’s Ensemble (PA) Musical Theater Workshop (PA) Piano Lab Theatre Arts and Drama I & II (PA & PU)) Shakespeare: Tragedies (PA & PU)) Shakespeare: Comedies and History Plays (PA & PU) Poetry Workshop (PA & PU) Journalism (PU) Broadcast Journalism (PA & PU) Creative Writing (PU) Poetry Workshop (PU) Student Publication Production I (PU) Exploring Cinema (PA & PU) Psychology World Geography & Current World Issues American Politics Science of Human Behavior Sociology Criminology Trigonometry Statistics Entrepreneurship (AC) Marketing, Sports & Entertainment (PA & PU) Computerized, Sewing, Textiles & Fashion & Ind. Study (VA) Art of Quiltmaking & Ind. Study (VA) Lifetime Phys. Fitness and Wellness I & II World Language I , II, III, IV Spanish, French, German Eastern Photography Mini (VA & PU)

Senior Internship Senior Service Learning AP Art History (VA & PU) Art History Appreciation (VA & PU) Art Major I & II (VA) AP Studio Art (VA) Computer Graphics I & II (VA & PU) Drawing (VA) Interior Design I & II (VA) Intro. To Painting (VA) 2-D Design (VA) Jewelry (VA) Ceramics I, II & III (VA) Sculpting (VA) Printmaking (VA & PA) Digital Photography I & II (VA) Communications Technology I (PU) Communications Technology 2 (PU) Technical Drawing I & II (VA & PU) Architectural Drawing I & II (VA & PU) Engineering I & II Using Handheld Computers Desktop Publishing (VA & PU) Web Design (VA & PU) Advanced Web Design (VA & PU) *Introduction to Computer Science *Computer Applications *21st Century Computer Skills *Adv. 21st Century Computer Skills Advanced Desktop Publishing (VA & PU) Choir (PA) Band (PA) Guitar 1, 2, & 3 (PA) Piano Lab (PA) Vocal Major (PA) Music Major (PA) Solo and Improvisation (PA) Madrigals (PA) Women’s Ensemble (PA) Musical Theater Workshop (PA) Piano Lab Theatre Arts and Drama I & II (PA & PU)) Shakespeare: Tragedies (PA & PU)) Shakespeare: Comedies and History Plays (PA & PU) Poetry Workshop (PA & PU) Journalism (PU) Broadcast Journalism (PA & PU) Creative Writing (PU) Poetry Workshop (PU) Student Publication Production I (PU) Exploring Cinema (PA & PU) Psychology World Geography & Current World Issues American Politics Science of Human Behavior Sociology Criminology Trigonometry Statistics Entrepreneurship (AC) Marketing, Sports & Entertainment (PA & PU) Computerized, Sewing, Textiles & Fashion & Ind. Study (VA) Art of Quiltmaking & Ind. Study (VA) Lifetime Phys. Fitness and Wellness I & II World Language I, II, III, IV, AP Spanish, French, German Eastern Photography Mini (VA & PU)

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Business, Finance AND Information Technology

(BFIT) Pathway This Pathway is designed to prepare students in the world of business, finance and

information services.

PATHWAY FOCUS AREAS Marketing and Sales (MS) Finance (F) Information Technology (IT)

Business Management (BM)

Are you interested in… Can you… Do you enjoy… A business environment

Office management Sales

Computers and technology Presentations to groups

Telecommunications Advertising

Different work sites Insurance

Record keeping

Working easily with others Organize your time efficiently

Work with statistics Use computers and other

technology Pay attention to details

Solve problems Work independently

Show initiative Work on a team

Meeting with groups Making budgets

Organizing a project Planning an event

Working with technology Selling products and services

Processing numbers and figures

Preparing financial reports Following directions

Learning new software programs


occupations listed below based on their lever of post-secondary training.

SAMPLE CAREERS

Entry (On Job Training) Technical/Skilled (1-3 yrs) Professional (4 or + yrs) Customer Service

Representative (MS) Reservation/Travel Agent (MS)

*Telemarketer (MS) Book Keeper (F)

Cashier (F) Payroll Clerk (F) Title Searcher (F)

Computer Operator (IT) Accts. Payable Office Mgr (BM)

Admin. Assistant (BM) Bank Teller (F) File Clerk (BM)

Retail Sales Clerk (BM) School Secretary (BM)

*Advertising Sales Agent (MS)

Computer Salesperson (MS) Retail Buyer (MS)

Bank Collection Officer (F) Tax Preparer (F)

*Claims Adjuster (F) Software Engineer (IT)

Computer Programmer (IT) Production Support Analyst (IT)

Desktop Publisher (IT & MS) Medical Secretary (BM)

Real Estate Agent (BM & MS) Restaurant Manager (BM & MS) *Sales Representative (BM & MS) *Computer Support Specialist (IT)

Computer Network Administrator (IT)

Marketing Manager (MS) Certified Public Accountant (F)

Economist (F) *Financial Manager (F)

*Securities Sales Representative (F)

E-Commerce Analyst (IT) *Systems Software Engineer (IT)

*Systems Analyst (IT) Hospital Administrator (BM)

Human Resources Manager (BM) Chief Executive Officer (BM)

Manufacturing Sales Representative (BM & MS)

*Management Analysts (BM) Computer Network Administrator (IT)

Computer Information Analyst (IT)

*High Priority Occupations—job categories that are in demand by employers, have higher skill needs, and are most

likely to provide family sustaining wages

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Business, Finance and Information Technology Pathway Electives Please Note: Before selecting any elective, be sure all prerequisites have been met. Check the course description pages of the Web-based guide for elective requirements.


English (yellow); Social Studies (green); Math (blue); Science (pink); Business & Computer Science (teal); World Language (white); Visual Arts, Family & Consumer Science, Industrial Technology (green);

Music (pink); Health & PE (yellow); Community Learning (blue); Eastern (orange) 9th 10th 11th 12th

Introduction to Business (BT, MS, F) *Introduction to Computer Science (IT) *21st Century Computer Skills (BFIT) *Using Handheld Computers (BFIT) World Language I Spanish, French, German

Introduction to Business (BT, MS, F) *Introduction to Computer Science (IT) *Java (IT) *21st Century Computer Skills (BFIT) *Advanced 21st Century Computer Skills (BFIT) *Computer Applications *Desktop Publishing (BFIT) *Advanced Desktop Publishing (BFIT ) *Web Design (BFIT) *Advanced Web Design (BFIT) *Using Handheld Computers (BFIT) Communications Technology I (MT, MS, IT) College Accounting (MT, F) Accounting I (MT, F) Introduction to Accounting (MT, F) Keys to Financial Success (F) Sports & Entertainment Marketing (MS) Retail Management (MN & MS) Journalism (MS) Broadcast Journalism (MS) Creative Writing (MT, MS) Student Publication Production (MN & MS) Lifetime Physical Fitness and Wellness I Lifetime Physical Fitness and Wellness II World Language I, II, III Spanish, French, German

Introduction to Business (BT, MS, F) Introduction to Computer Science (IT) Java (IT) *21st Century Computer Skills (BFIT) *Advanced 21st Century Computer Skills (BFIT) *Computer Applications AP Computer Science (IT) Computer Graphics I, II, & III (MS) Digital Photography I & II (MS) Desktop Publishing (BFIT) Advanced Desktop Publishing (BFIT ) Web Design (BFIT) Advanced Web Design (BFIT) Handhelds (BFIT) Communications Technology I (MT, MS, IT) Communications Technology II (MT, MS, IT) College Accounting (MT, F) Automated Accounting II (MT, F) Accounting I (MT, F) Introduction to Accounting (MT, F) Business Law (MT) Entrepreneurship (MT, MS, F) Keys to Financial Success (F) Sports & Entertainment Marketing (MS) Retail Management (MT & MS) Advanced Retail Management (MT & MS) Trigonometry Pre-Calculus Honor Calculus AP Calculus Statistics AP Statistics Journalism (MS) Broadcast Journalism (MS) Creative Writing (MT, MS) Student Publication Production (MN & MS) Psychology – Sociology Psychology The Science of Human Behavior Economics AP Economics Current World Issues & World Geography Lifetime Physical Fitness and Wellness I Lifetime Physical Fitness and Wellness II World Language I, II, III, IV Spanish, French, German Eastern Computer Network Admin (IT)

Senior Internship Senior Service Learning Introduction to Business (BT, MS, F) Introduction to Computer Science (IT) Java (IT) *21st Century Computer Skills (BFIT) *Advanced 21st Century Computer Skills (BFIT) *Computer Applications AP Computer Science (IT) Computer Graphics I, II, & III (MS) Digital Photography I & II (MS) Desktop Publishing (BFIT) Advanced Desktop Publishing (BFIT ) Web Design (BFIT) Advanced Web Design (BFIT) Handhelds (BFIT) Communications Technology I (MT, MS, IT) Communications Technology II (MT, MS, IT) College Accounting (MT, F) Automated Accounting II (MT, F) Accounting I (MT, F) Introduction to Accounting (MT, F) Business Law (MT) Entrepreneurship (MT, MS, F) Keys to Financial Success (F) Sports & Entertainment Marketing (MS) Retail Management (MT & MS) Advanced Retail Management (MT & MS) Real Estate (MT, MS, F) Trigonometry Pre-Calculus Honor Calculus AP Calculus Statistics AP Statistics Journalism (MS) Broadcast Journalism (MS) Creative Writing (MT, MS) AP English Student Publication Production (MN & MS) Psychology – Sociology Psychology The Science of Human Behavior Economics AP Economics Current World Issues & World Geography Lifetime Physical Fitness and Wellness I Lifetime Physical Fitness and Wellness II World Language I, II, III, IV, AP Spanish, French, German Eastern Computer Network Admin (IT) Penn State/Eastern Accounting/Finance (F & BM) Penn State/Eastern Computer and Information Science (IT & BM)

*Course qualifies as a technology elective.

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Engineering and Industrial Technology

(EIT) Pathway This Pathway is designed to cultivate students’ interests, awareness and application to careers related to technologies

necessary to design, develop, install and maintain physical systems.

PATHWAY FOCUS AREAS Construction and Architecture (C) Engineering and Engineering Technology (ET) Manufacturing (M)

Transportation, Distribution and Logistics (TDL)

Are you interested in… Can you… Do you enjoy… Building and Construction

Tools, Equipment and Materials Woodworking

Math and Science classes Fitness and Sports

Precision Work Design and Architecture

Engineering Computer Technology

Production Management Curious how things work

Apply science and math to real world Read and understand directions

Solve problems of a complex nature Understand directives and read maps

Organize reports and people See a task through to completion

Use Computer

Travel Working with your hands

Designing/working with projects, models and prototypes Working in a lab setting

Working on a team Building with your hands

Operating tools and equipment Pay close attention to detail

If you answered “yes” to most of these questions, you might consider a future in one of the sample occupations listed below based on their

lever of post-secondary training.

SAMPLE CAREERS

Entry (On Job Training) Technical/Skilled (1-3 yrs) Professional (4 or + yrs) Carpet Installer (c) Drywall Worker (c)

*Roofer (c) Machine Operator (M)

Baggage Handler (TDL) Dockworker (TDL)

Freight Handler (TDL) Laborer (C, M, TDL)

Warehouse Worker (C, M, TDL) *Industrial Machine Mechanic (M)

Grader & Dozer Operator (c) Electric Technician (M)

Metal Engineering Technician (M) Auto Mechanic (TDL)

Air Traffic Controller (TDL) Auto Body Repair (TDL)

Bus Driver (TDL) Diesel Mechanic (TDL)

Dispatch (TDL) Motorcycle Mechanic (TDL)

Taxi Driver (TDL) Truck Terminal Manager (TDL)

Civil Engineering Technician (ET) Robotics Technician (ET)

*CAD/CAM Technician (M & ET) Laser Technicians (M & ET)

Production & Operating Workers Supervisor (M)

Welder (M) Draftsman (C)

Digital Designer (C & ET) Photonic-Electronic Technician (ET)

Navigator (TDL) Aeronautical Engineer

(ET & TDL) Aerospace Engineer

(ET & TDL) Airline Pilot (ET & TDL)

Architect (ET & C) Civil Engineering (ET & C)

Chemical Engineer (ET) Computer Network Engineering (ET)

Industrial Engineer (ET & M) Mechanical Engineering (ET & M)

Astronaut (ET) *Nuclear Engineer (ET)

Petroleum Engineer (ET) NASA Scientist (ET)

Transportation Engineer (ET & TDL)

Industrial Production Manager (M) Purchasing Agent (M) Technical Writer (E)

*Construction Manager (c) *Cost Estimators (c)

Apprenticeships

Brick Mason (c) Carpenter (c) Electrician (c)

*HVAC (c) Plumber (c)

Machinist (M) Diesel Mechanic (TDL) Surveyor (TDL & ET)

*High Priority Occupations—job categories that are in demand by employers, have higher skill needs, and are most likely to provide family staining

wages

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Engineering and Industrial Technology Pathway Electives Please Note: Before selecting any elective, be sure all prerequisites have been met. Check the course description pages online for elective requirements.


English (yellow); Social Studies (green); Math (blue); Science (pink); Business & Computer Science (teal); World Language (white); Visual Arts, Family & Consumer Science,

Industrial Technology (green); Music (pink); Health & PE (yellow); Community Learning (blue); Eastern (orange) 9th 10th 11th 12th

*Introduction to Computer Science (C, M, ET) *Computer Applications *21st Century Computer Skills (C, M, ET) *Adv. 21st Century Computer Skills (C, M, ET) *Using Handheld Computers Intro to Computer Graphics *Web Design Technical Drawing (C, M, ET) Communications Technology I (C & ET) Intro. to Industrial Technology (C & ET) Choir (EIT) Band (EIT) Guitar 1 & 2 (EIT) Piano Lab (EIT) World Language I Spanish, French, German Eastern Electronics & Music (ET) Eastern Home Improvement (C) Eastern Landscaping (C) Eastern Welding (M)

*Introduction to Computer Science (C, M, ET) *Java (ET) *Computer Applications *21st Century Computer Skills (C, M, ET) *Advanced 21st Century Computer Skills (C, M, ET, TDL) *Using Handheld Computers Computer Graphics I, II, & III (C, M, ET) *Web Design (C, M, ET, TDL) *Adv. Web Design (C, M, ET, TDL) *21st Century Computer Skills (C, M, ET) *Adv. 21st Century Computer Skills (C, M, ET) *Using Handheld Computers Lifetime Physical Fitness and Wellness Technical Drawing I & II (C, M, ET) Architectural Drawing I & II (C, M, ET) Manufacturing Technology (C, ET, M) CAD Engineering I & II (C, M, ET) Interior Design I & II (C, ET) Art Major I (C, ET) Retail Management (TDL) Lifetime Physical Fitness and Wellness I Lifetime Physical Fitness and Wellness II Choir (EIT) Band (EIT) Guitar 1 & 2 (EIT) Piano Lab (EIT) World Language I, II, III Spanish, French, German Eastern Electronics & Music (ET) Eastern Home Improvement (C) Eastern Landscaping (C) Eastern Welding (M)

Introduction to Computer Science (C, M, ET) Java (ET) *Computer Applications AP Computer Science (IT) 21st Century Computer Skills (BFIT) Advanced 21st Century Computer Skills (C, M, ET, TDL) *Using Handheld Computers Computer Graphics I, II, & III (C, M, ET) Communications Technology I (C, M, ET, TDL) Communications Technology II (C, M, ET, TDL) Web Design (C, M, ET, TDL) Adv. Web Design (C, M, ET, TDL) Using Handheld Computers Lifetime Physical Fitness and Wellness Technical Drawing I & II (C, M, ET) Architectural Drawing I & II (C, M, ET) Manufacturing Technology (C, ET, M) CAD Engineering I & II (C, M, ET) Art Major I, II (C, ET) Interior Design I & II (C, ET) Retail Management (TDL) Entrepreneurship Physics Applied Physics & Technology Chemistry or AP Chemistry Statistics AP Statistics Economics and Criminology Trigonometry Pre-Calculus Honors Calculus AP Calculus Economics AP Economics Lifetime Physical Fitness and Wellness I Lifetime Physical Fitness and Wellness II Choir (EIT) Band (EIT) Guitar 1 & 2 (EIT) Piano Lab (EIT) World Language I, II, III, IV Spanish, French, German Eastern Air Cond & Heating (C) Automotive Tech (M) Collision Repair (TDL) Construction Tech (C) Electrical Tech (C) Electronics Eng. Tech (ET) Landscape Contracting (C) Welding Tech (M & C)

Senior Internship Senior Service Learning Introduction to Computer Science (C, M, ET) Java (ET) *Computer Applications AP Computer Science (IT) 21st Century Computer Skills (BFIT) Advanced 21st Century Computer Skills (C, M, ET, TDL) *Using Handheld Computers Computer Graphics I, II, & III (C, M, ET) Communications Technology I (C, M, ET, TDL) Communications Technology II (C, M, ET, TDL) *Web Design (C, M, ET, TDL) *Adv. Web Design (C, M, ET, TDL) Using Handheld Computers Lifetime Physical Fitness and Wellness Technical Drawing I & II (C, M, ET) Architectural Drawing I & II (C, M, ET) Manufacturing Technology (C, ET, M) CAD Engineering I & II (C, M, ET) Art Major I, II (C, ET) Interior Design I & II (C, ET) Independent Study in Drafting (C, M, ET) Retail Management (TDL) Entrepreneurship AP English Physics Applied Physics & Technology Chemistry or AP Chemistry Statistics AP Statistics Economics and Criminology Lifetime Physical Fitness and Wellness I & II Trigonometry Pre-Calculus Honor Calculus AP Calculus Economics AP Economics Choir (EIT) Band (EIT) Guitar 1 & 2 (EIT) Piano Lab (EIT) World Language I, II, III, IV, AP Spanish, French, German Penn State Engineering (ET) Eastern Air Cond & Heating (C) Automotive Tech (M) Collision Repair (TDL) Construction Tech (C) Electrical Tech (C) Electronics Eng. Tech (ET) Landscape Contracting (C) Welding Tech (M & C)


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Human Services (HS) Pathway This Pathway is designed to cultivate students’ interests, skills and experiences for employment

in careers related to family and human needs.

PATHWAY FOCUS AREAS Counseling, Personal Care (CPC) Education (E)

Law, Public Safety and Government (LPG) Hospitality and Tourism (HT)

Are you interested in… Can you… Do you enjoy… Working with People

Owning Your Own Business Aging Adults

Child Development Family & Social Services

Food Preparation Teaching

Counseling

Organize Well Plan and Direct Programs

Be Creative Communicate Well Assume Leadership Work with a Team

Use Inter-personal Skills Be Conscientious and

Dependable Plan Budgets

Communication Services Helping and Protecting Others

Working with People Counseling and Advising

People Serving Others’ Needs

Interviewing People Selling Products or Services

Handling Customer Complaints

Searching for Answers to Human Problems



SAMPLE CAREERS

Entry (On Job Training) Technical/Skilled (1-3 yrs) Professional (4 or + yrs) Cosmetics Representative (CPC)

Dry Cleaning Operator (CPC) Home Health Aide (CPC)

Library Assistant (E) Armed Services Career (LPG)

Bailiff (LPG) Postal Services Worker (LPG)

Security Guard (LPG) Utility Worker (LPG)

Aerobics Instructor (HT) Travel Agent (HT)

Waitress (HT) *Teacher’s Assistant (C)

Baker (HT) *Home Care Aide (CPC) Textile Alternation (CPC)

Barber (CPC) Cosmetologist (CPC)

Fashion Designer (CPC) Manicurist (CPC)

Massage Therapist (CPC) Mortician (CPC)

Truck Driver (CPC) Teacher’s Aide (E)

Armed Services Career (LPG) Crime Lab Technician (LPG)

Fire Fighter (LPG) Bartender (HT) Chauffer (HT)

Flight Attendant (HT) Meat Cutter (HT)

Personal Trainer (CPC) Postmaster (LPG)

Chef (HT)

Funeral Director (CPC) Marriage & Family Therapist (CPC)

*College Professor (E) *Principal (E) *Teacher (E)

City Manager (LPG) Criminologist (LPG)

FBI Agent (LPG) Lawyer (LPG)

Parole Officer (LPG) *Mental Health Counselor (CPC)

Park Ranger (LPG) Workforce Director (LPG)

Athletic Agent (HT) Executive Chef (HT) Family Planner (HT)

Food Services Manager (HT) Hotel/Motel Management (HT)

*High Priority Occupations—job categories that are in demand by employers, have higher skill needs, and are most


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Human Services Pathway Electives Please Note: Before selecting any elective, be sure all prerequisites have been met. Check the course description pages of the Web-based guide for elective requirements.


English (yellow); Social Studies (green); Math (blue); Science (pink); Business & Computer Science (teal); World Language (white); Visual Arts, Family & Consumer Science, Industrial Technology

(green); Music (pink); Health & PE (yellow); Community Learning (blue); Eastern (orange) 9th 10th 11th 12th

Ninth Grade Family & Consumer Sciences Major (CPC, LPG) Best of Baking (HT) *Computer Applications *21st Century Computer Skills (CPC, E, LPG, HT) *Adv. 21st Century Computer Skills (CPC, E, LPG, HT) *Using Handheld Computers World Language I Spanish, French, German

Foods & Nutrition (HT) Best of Baking (HT) Interior Design I & II (CPC, HT) Managing Independence/Taking Charge of Your Life (CPC, E, LPG) Understanding Children/Parenting (CPC, E) Child Development/Preschool (E, CPC) *Computer Applications *21st Century Computer Skills (CPC, E, LPG, HT) *Adv. 21st Century Computer Skills (CPC, E, LPG, HT) *Using Handheld Computers College Accounting (MT, F) Accounting I (MT, F) Introduction to Accounting (MT, F) Keys to Financial Success (F) Sports & Entertainment Marketing (MS) Retail Management (MT & MS) Lifetime Physical Fitness & Wellness I World Language I, II, III Spanish, French, German

Food for Life (HT, CPC) Foods & Nutrition (HT) Best of Baking (HT) International and American Regional Foods (HT) Interior Design I & II (CPC, HT) Psychology of Child Development (E, CPC) Managing Independence/Taking Charge of Your Life (CPC, E, LPG) Understanding Children/Parenting (CPC, E) Child Development/Preschool (E, CPC) Child Development/Preschool Ind. Study (E, CPC) *Computer Applications *21st Century Computer Skills (CPC, E, LPG, HT) *Adv. 21st Century Computer Skills (CPC, E, LPG, HT) Using Handheld Computers College Accounting (MT, F) Automated Accounting II (MT, F) Accounting I (MT, F) Introduction to Accounting (MT, F) Business Law (MT) Entrepreneurship (MT, MS, F) Keys to Financial Success (F) Sports & Entertainment Marketing (MS) Retail Management (MT & MS) Advanced Retail Management (MT & MS) AP Biology Statistics AP Statistics Psychology Sociology Criminology Current World Issues & World Geography The Science of Human Behavior American Politics Economics AP Economics Lifetime Physical Fitness & Wellness I Lifetime Physical Fitness & Wellness II World Language I, II, III, IV Spanish, French, German Eastern Culinary Arts (HT) Cosmetology (CPC) Protective Services (LPG)

Senior Internship Senior Service Learning Food for Life (HT, CPC) Foods & Nutrition (HT) Best of Baking (HT) International and American Regional Foods (HT) Interior Design I & II (CPC, HT) Psychology of Child Development (E, CPC) Managing Independence/Taking Charge of Your Life (CPC, E, LPG) Understanding Children/Parenting (CPC, E) Child Development/Preschool (E, CPC) Child Development/Preschool Ind. Study (E, CPC) Early childhood Practicum Ind. Study (CPC) AP English *Computer Applications *21st Century Computer Skills (CPC, E, LPG, HT) *Adv. 21st Century Computer Skills (CPC, E, LPG, HT) Using Handheld Computers College Accounting (MT, F) Automated Accounting II (MT, F) Accounting I (MT, F) Introduction to Accounting (MT, F) Business Law (MT) Entrepreneurship (MT, MS, F) Keys to Financial Success (F) Sports & Entertainment Marketing (MS) Retail Management (MT & MS) Advanced Retail Management (MT & MS) Real Estate (MT, MS, F) Kinesiology AP Biology Statistics AP Statistics Psychology Sociology Criminology Current World Issues & World Geography The Science of Human Behavior American Politics Economics AP Economics Lifetime Physical Fitness & Wellness I Lifetime Physical Fitness & Wellness II World Language I, II, III, IV, AP Spanish, French, German Eastern Culinary Arts (HT) Cosmetology (CPC) Protective Services (LPG)


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Science and Health (SH) Pathway This Pathway is designed to cultivate students’ interests in the life, physical and behavioral

sciences. In addition, it involves the planning, managing and providing of therapeutic services, diagnostic services, health information and biochemistry research and development.

PATHWAY FOCUS AREAS Health Science (HS) Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources (AFN)

Science, Technology and Math (STM)

Are you interested in… Can you… Do you enjoy… Health Care Environment

Science and Medicine Medical Research Food Production

Environment & Conservation Pharmacy

Physical Therapy Sports/Fitness

Information Systems Conservation

Radiology

Pay Attention to Detail Use a computer and technology

Work in a lab setting or medical facility

Apply a scientific theory to real life problems

Work outdoors around animals and plants

Collect and analyze data from experiments

Work with people in need Work with science and math

theories

Diagnosing and caring for sick animals

Work outdoors with wildlife Solving problems

Working on cutting edge scientific research

Working on a team Medical Lab Research

Making a contribution to society

Working with numbers Developing conclusions from

a database If you answered “yes” to most of these questions, you might consider a future in one of the sample


SAMPLE CAREERS

Entry (On Job Training) Technical/Skilled (1-3 yrs) Professional (4 or + yrs) Hospital Worker (HS)

Patient Care Technician (HS) Dialysis Technician (HS)

EEG Technician (HS) *Home Health Aide (HS)

Physical Therapy Aide (HS) Animal Caretaker (AFN)

Breeder (AFN) Extension Service Worker (AFN)

Food Conservation Worker (AFN) Wildlife Reserve Worker (AFN)

Hazardous Waste Technician (STM) Optician (STM)

Data Entry (STM) Surgical & Mapping Technicians

(STM)

Certified Nursing Assistant (HS) *Dental Hygienist (HS)

Licensed Practical Nurse (HS) *Medical Lab Technician (HS) *Radiological Technician (HS)

Respiratory Therapist (HS) Dental Lab Technician (HS & STM)

Fish & Game Worker (AFN) Forest Conversationalist (AFN)

GPS Technician (AFN) Surveyor (AFN)

*Veterinary Technician (AFN) Nanotechnician (STM) Sound Engineer (STM) Personal Trainer (HS)

*Emergency Medical Tech. (HS) *Biological Technicians (STM)

Chemical Technicians

Athletic Trainer (HS) Speech/Language Pathologist (HS)

Dietician (HS) *Physician Assistant (HS) Medical Examiner (HS)

*Pharmacist (HS) Physician (HS)

*Physical therapist (HS) Registered Nurse (HS)

Agronomist (AFN) *Environmental Scientist (STM)

Geologist (AFN) Marine Biologist (AFN)

Soil Conversationalist (AFN) *Veterinarian (AFN)

Chemist (STM) Geneticist (STM) Statistician (STM) Zoologist (STM)

*Nuclear Engineer (STM) *High Priority Occupations—job categories that are in demand by employers, have higher skill needs, and are most


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Science and Health Pathway Electives Please Note: Before selecting any elective, be sure all prerequisites have been met. Check the course description pages of the Web-based guide for elective requirements.


English (yellow); Social Studies (green); Math (blue); Science (pink); Business & Computer Science (teal); World Language (white); Visual Arts, Family & Consumer Science, Industrial

Technology (green); Music (pink); Health & PE (yellow); Community Learning (blue); Eastern (orange) 9th 10th 11th 12th

Technical Drawing (E, LPG, HT) Introduction to Business Introduction to Computer Science Desktop Publishing (HS) *Computer Applications *21st Century Computer Skills (STM) *Adv. 21st Century Computer Skills (STM) *Using Handheld Computers Best of Baking (HS, AFN) 9th Grade Family & Consumer Science Major (HS, AFN) World Language I Spanish, French, German

Technical Drawing I & II (E, LPG, HT) Introduction to Business Introduction to Computer Science Desktop Publishing (HS) *Advanced Desktop Publishing (HS) *Computer Applications *21st Century Computer Skills (HS) Advanced Computer Skills Web Design Advanced Web Design College Accounting (HT) Accounting I (HT) Intro to Accounting (HT) Sports & Entertainment Mkg. (HT) Journalism (HT) Broadcast Journalism (HT) *Using Handheld Computers (STM) *Adv. 21st Century Computer Skills (STM) *Using Handheld Computers Best of Baking (HS, AFN) Foods and Nutrition (HS, AFN) Managing Independence/Taking Charge of Your Life (HS) Understanding Children/Parenting (HS) Lifetime Physical Fitness & Wellness I (HS, STM) World Language I, II, III Spanish, French, German

Technical Drawing I & II (E, LPG, HT) Introduction to Business Introduction to Computer Science Desktop Publishing (HS) *Advanced Desktop Publishing (HS) *Computer Applications 21st Century Computer Skills (HS) Advanced Computer Skills Web Design Advanced Web Design College Accounting (HT) Accounting I (HT) Automated Accounting II (HT) Intro to Accounting (HT) Sports & Entertainment Mkg. (HT) Entrepreneurship Business Law (HS) Journalism (HT) Broadcast Journalism (HT) Using Handheld Computers Chemistry Physics Topics in Biology AP Physics AP Biology AP Chemistry Forensics Disasters Kinesiology Applied Physics and Technology Chemistry in the Community Trigonometry Pre-Calculus Honor Calculus AP Calculus Statistics AP Statistics Best of Baking (HS, AFN) Foods and Nutrition (HS, AFN) Foods for Life (HS, AFN) International and American Regional Foods (HS, AFN) Managing Independence/Taking Charge of Your Life (HS) Understanding Children/Parenting (HS) Psychology of child Development (HS) Entrepreneurship Lifetime Physical Fitness & Wellness I & II (HS, STM) Sociology Psychology Criminology The Science of Human Behavior Economics AP Economics World Language I, II, III, IV Spanish, French, German

Senior Internship Senior Service Learning Technical Drawing I & II (E, LPG, HT) Introduction to Business Introduction to Computer Science Desktop Publishing (HS) *Advanced Desktop Publishing (HS) *Computer Applications 21st Century Computer Skills (HS) Advanced Computer Skills Web Design Advanced Web Design College Accounting (HT) Accounting I (HT) Automated Accounting II (HT) Intro to Accounting (HT) Sports & Entertainment Mkg. (HT) Entrepreneurship Business Law (HS) Journalism (HT) Broadcast Journalism (HT) AP English Using Handheld Computers Chemistry Physics AP Physics AP Biology AP Chemistry Topics in Biology Forensics Disasters Kinesiology Applied Physics and Technology Chemistry in the Community Trigonometry Pre-Calculus Honor Calculus AP Calculus Statistics AP Statistics Best of Baking (HS, AFN) Foods and Nutrition (HS, AFN) Foods for Life (HS, AFN) International and American Regional Foods (HS, AFN) Managing Independence/Taking Charge of Your Life (HS) Understanding Children/Parenting (HS) Psychology of child Development (HS) Entrepreneurship Lifetime Physical Fitness & Wellness I & II (HS, STM) Sociology Psychology Criminology The Science of Human Behavior Economics AP Economics World Language I, II, III, IV, AP Spanish, French, German Eastern Allied Health (HS)


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COMMUNITY LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES & SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Internships

Senior Internship I & II 1 credit Senior Internship is a career exploratory learning opportunity for individuals who wish to have hands-on experience in an occupational field of interest. It is an excellent way to determine if a career field and/or pathway is the best option to pursue before beginning your post high school education and/or training. Senior Interns are active participants in the internship acquisition process, are mentored by a teacher-mentor throughout the semester, and by a community-mentor at the internship site once the internship begins.

Bridges (The Gifted Support Program) .5 credit Juniors and seniors are eligible to participate in Bridges, a professional level internship program during the summer months. Open to all students with a specific career goal. Diversified Occupations

Working Initiatives “WIN” (Work-Study) 2-3 credits Students interested in working as they learn should talk to their school counselor about “WIN”. Students electing WIN will learn together in class and apply learning at the workplace under the guidance of a teacher-mentor. Credit depends on time committed to the program. Service Experiences Service Learning I & II .5 credit Junior and senior Service Learners have the opportunity to determine their own service experience. Students will identify a need in the community and develop a plan with a community partner to serve that need. See course selection guide for detailed description.

Hatters Helping Hatters .5 credit Seniors have the opportunity to serve within the school district in various areas of need. See the course selection guide for description.

Dual Enrollment Partnerships Hatboro-Horsham High School has developed articulation agreements with several area post-secondary institutions where students can gain college and high school credit for coursework completed during grades 11 or 12. Contact your guidance counselor for details. Virtual High School Would you like the flexibility of taking high school classes online? Virtual High School offers many full semester courses in Arts, Business, English Language Arts, Foreign Language, Life Skills, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Technology. Ask your guidance counselor to about course offerings and see if VHS is right for you. Vocational Education Eastern Center for Arts and Technology

The objective of Eastern Center for Arts and Technology is to provide areas of education for the students who would benefit from a vocational or technical education. Juniors and Seniors interested in the programs at Eastern Center should see their guidance counselor. Special forms are required to register for all courses taken at the Eastern Center.

Eastern Center Program Opportunities: Penn State University Courses (at Eastern Center)

Accounting/Finance Computer and Information Science

Engineering Morning and Afternoon Opportunities at Eastern Center

Air Conditioning and Heating Technology Allied Health

Automotive Technology Collision Repair Technology

Commercial Arts Electrical Technology

Electronics Engineering Technology Environmental Landscape Management

Protective Services Welding Technology

Driver Education Develop positive and safe habits as a new driver by enrolling in the Driver Education program at HHHS. Not a requirement but important for everyone!

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PostPostPostPost----Secondary EducationSecondary EducationSecondary EducationSecondary Education

(Gateways to your Success!)

Which Option Suits You?

TYPE DESCRIPTION

OJT (On-the-Job Training) Employer-designed training established for the worker to gain the necessary work skills while he is getting paid on the job. Usually these will last weeks to months.

Diploma or Certificate

Program

Short-term programs of 6 months to 1 year to gain specific skills to gain employment at the entry level. These can be found at technical schools, community colleges, junior colleges and even some universities.

Military Training All branches of the military have skilled training for 3 years or more. Students can use their GI Bill to pay for college after their discharge or serve for 20 years until retirement with full benefits.

Apprenticeship Program Industry-based program training workers on the job and in a classroom setting as well. Upon completion the worker will gain journeyman status in the specific industry (3-4 years in length).

Associates Degree Program These are terminal 2-year degrees allowing the person to gain entry level employment in a specific career. Many times these workers will begin employment after 2 years of school and then go on for future degrees at the employer’s expense. Typical locations are community and junior colleges. Most universities have some associate degree programs.

Bachelors Degree Program These are four-year degrees with a combination of general education course work and a specific major. They can be liberal arts colleges, private colleges, public colleges or universities.

Graduate and Professional

Degree Program

These are the post-graduate fields such as law, medicine and Ph.D. or other professional fields, typically 1 to 5 years beyond the bachelors degree.

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CAREERS in DEMAND in PENNSYLVANIA

December 2008 Source: http://www.paworkforce.state.pa.us

Occupational Title

Educational

Attainment

Level

Annual

Average

Annual

Openings

Accountants & Auditors Bachelor's degree $60,760 723

Administrative Services Managers Work experience plus degree $71,600 307

Adult Literacy, Remedial Education & GED Teachers Bachelor's degree $41,900 49

Advertising Sales Agents Moderate-term OJT $50,960 103

Architectural & Civil Drafters Postsecondary vocational award $40,520 141

Bill & Account Collectors Short-term OJT $28,990 364

Billing & Posting Clerks & Machine Operators Short-term OJT $28,710 406

Biochemists & Biophysicists Doctoral degree $87,190 43

Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary Doctoral degree $69,210 60

Biological Technicians Associate degree $37,060 46

Bookkeeping, Accounting & Auditing Clerks Moderate-term OJT $30,190 1349

Brickmasons & Blockmasons Long-term training $45,100 101

Bus, Truck & Diesel Engine Mechanics Postsecondary vocational award $36,610 388

Business Teachers, Postsecondary Doctoral degree $72,840 127

Cabinetmakers & Bench Carpenters Long-term training $32,440 147

Cardiovascular Technologists & Technicians Associate degree $42,750 44

Carpenters Long-term training $38,860 763

Cement Masons & Concrete Finishers Long-term training $38,540 83

Chemists Bachelor's degree $61,170 134

Chief Executives Work experience plus degree $141,370 606

Child Care Workers Short-term OJT $18,500 804

Claims Adjusters, Examiners & Investigators Long-term training $50,330 146

Computer Programmers Bachelor's degree $65,090 503

Computer Software Engineers, Applications Bachelor's degree $79,410 106

Computer Software Engineers, Systems Software Bachelor's degree $81,530 73

Computer Support Specialists Associate degree $41,180 252

Computer Systems Analysts Bachelor's degree $66,150 212

Computer-Controlled Machine Tool Operators, Metal & Plastic

Long-term training $32,210 132

Construction Managers Bachelor's degree $82,550 220

Cost Estimators Bachelor's degree $52,770 168

Customer Service Representatives Moderate-term OJT $29,640 1131

Dental Assistants Moderate-term OJT $27,530 224

Dental Hygienists Associate degree $50,570 61

Dental Laboratory Technicians Long-term training $33,670 28

Driver/Sales Workers Short-term OJT $24,810 280

Education Administrators, Elementary & Secondary School

Work experience plus degree $82,550 220

Education Administrators, Postsecondary Work experience plus degree $87,680 158

Education Teachers, Postsecondary Doctoral degree $59,810 83

Educational, Vocational & School Counselors Master's degree $46,740 255

Electricians Long-term training $52,410 484

Elementary School Teachers Bachelor's degree $50,470 1452

Emergency Medical Technicians & Paramedics Postsecondary vocational award $27,210 164

Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary Doctoral degree $83,790 85

Environmental Engineers Bachelor's degree $70,720 29

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Occupational Title

Educational

Attainment

Level

Annual

Average

Annual

Openings

Executive Secretaries & Administrative Assistants Moderate-term OJT $37,310 1255

Family & General Practitioners First Professional degree $138,610 120

Financial Analysts Bachelor's degree $65,570 106

Financial Managers Work experience plus degree $98,000 481

Food Batchmakers Short-term OJT $28,180 146

General & Operations Managers Work experience plus degree $99,160 1795

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary Doctoral degree $91,110 90

Heating, A/C & Refrigeration Mechanics & Installers Long-term training $40,790 168

Helpers--Brick, Block & Stonemasons and Tile & Marble Setters

Short-term OJT $28,820 123

Home Health Aides Short-term OJT $19,600 340

Industrial Engineering Technicians Associate degree $49,390 43

Industrial Engineers Bachelor's degree $69,790 143

Industrial Machinery Mechanics Long-term training $40,900 192

Industrial Truck & Tractor Operators Short-term OJT $29,400 590

Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers & Weighers Moderate-term OJT $33,150 517

Insurance Claims & Policy Processing Clerks Moderate-term OJT $31,630 197

Insurance Sales Agents Bachelor's degree $56,740 440

IT Managers - Programming, Network & DB Work experience plus degree $108,520 240

Laborers & Freight, Stock & Material Movers Short-term OJT $24,350 2932

Lawyers First Professional degree $103,150 348

Legal Secretaries Postsecondary vocational award $35,210 281

Librarians Master's degree $48,380 162

Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses Postsecondary vocational award $38,600 802

Loan Officers Bachelor's degree $52,140 118

Machinists Long-term training $34,800 397

Maintenance & Repair Workers, General Long-term training $33,330 1124

Maintenance Workers, Machinery Long-term training $37,100 96

Management Analysts Work experience plus degree $83,940 263

Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary Doctoral degree $66,390 81

Mechanical Drafters Postsecondary vocational award $44,720 140

Mechanical Engineers Bachelor's degree $70,150 211

Medical & Clinical Laboratory Technicians Associate degree $36,010 251

Medical & Clinical Laboratory Technologists Bachelor's degree $48,780 177

Medical & Health Services Managers Work experience plus degree $76,040 229

Medical & Public Health Social Workers Bachelor's degree $40,690 104

Medical Appliance Technicians Long-term training $32,120 21

Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Associate degree $30,470 86

Medical Scientists Doctoral degree $67,500 105

Medical Secretaries Postsecondary vocational award $26,980 267

Medical Transcriptionists Postsecondary vocational award $28,390 131

Mental Health & Substance Abuse Social Workers Master's degree $34,180 115

Mental Health Counselors Master's degree $33,600 191

Middle School Teachers - Math, Science and Foreign Language

Bachelor's degree $53,010 512

Molding & Casting Machine Oprs, Metal & Plastic Moderate-term OJT $28,060 186

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Occupational Title

Educational

Attainment

Level

Annual

Average

Annual

Openings

Network & Computer Systems Administrators Bachelor's degree $64,040 119

Network Systems & Data Communications Analysts Bachelor's degree $68,550 66

Nuclear Engineers Bachelor's degree $93,210 81

Numerical Tool & Process Control Programmers Long-term training $45,570 15

Nursing Aides, Orderlies & Attendants Short-term OJT $23,770 931

Nursing Instructors & Teachers, Postsecondary Master's degree $60,050 52

Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary Master's degree $60,050 52

Occupational Therapists Bachelor's degree $62,820 59

Office Clerks Short-term OJT $25,560 2912

Operating Engineers Moderate-term OJT $42,920 463

Packaging & Filling Machine Operators/Tenders Short-term OJT $27,340 308

Painters, Construction & Maintenance Moderate-term OJT $37,970 184

Paper Goods Machine Setters/Operators/Tenders Moderate-term OJT $33,690 126

Paralegals & Legal Assistants Associate degree $42,540 70

Personal Financial Advisors Bachelor's degree $82,240 88

Pharmacists First Professional degree $85,050 197

Pharmacy Technicians Moderate-term OJT $23,410 130

Phlebotomists Short-term OJT $27,270 265

Physical Therapists Master's degree $67,540 79

Physician Assistants Bachelor's degree $62,310 41

Plumbers, Pipefitters & Steamfitters Long-term training $49,970 411

Preschool Teachers Bachelor's degree $21,710 191

Printing Machine Operators Moderate-term OJT $34,340 260

Production, Planning & Expediting Clerks Short-term OJT $37,280 323

Property, Real Estate & Community Association Managers


Radiologic Technologists & Technicians Associate degree $45,330 169

Real Estate Sales Agents Postsecondary vocational award $45,590 138

Registered Nurses Associate degree $57,040 2566

Respiratory Therapists Associate degree $47,660 142

Roofers Moderate-term OJT $35,600 129

Sales Managers Work experience plus degree $98,710 290

Sales Representatives Moderate-term OJT $60,260 1554

Sales Representatives, Scientific & Technical Moderate-term OJT $75,330 395

Secondary School Teachers - Math, Science and Foreign Language


Secretaries Moderate-term OJT $27,910 2080

Securities, Commodities & Financial Services Sales Agents


Sheet Metal Workers Moderate-term OJT $45,660 166

Shipping, Receiving & Traffic Clerks Short-term OJT $28,000 642

Special Education Teachers, Middle School Bachelor's degree $51,990 80

Special Education Teachers, Pre-, Kindergarten & Elem. Bachelor's degree N/A 212

Special Education Teachers, Secondary School Bachelor's degree $52,450 138

Stonemasons Long-term training $39,910 6

Structural Iron & Steel Workers Long-term training $49,220 62

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Occupational Title

Educational

Attainment

Level

Annual

Average

Annual

Openings

Substance Abuse & Behavioral Disorder Counselors Master's degree $34,360 90

Supervisors - Construction Trades & Extraction Workers Related work experience $61,990 351

Supervisors - Housekeeping & Janitorial Workers Related work experience $35,710 206

Supervisors - Mechanics, Installers & Repairers Related work experience $58,850 411

Supervisors - Office & Administrative Support Workers Related work experience $48,210 1348

Supervisors - Production & Operating Workers Related work experience $52,830 698

Supervisors - Transportation & Vehicle Operators Related work experience $50,230 208

Team Assemblers Moderate-term OJT $27,440 1084

Telecommunications Equipment Installers & Repairers Postsecondary vocational award $49,330 112

Training & Development Specialists Bachelor's degree $49,330 128

Truck Drivers, Heavy & Tractor-Trailer Moderate-term OJT $36,730 1268

Truck Drivers, Light or Delivery Services Short-term OJT $27,550 487

Veterinarians First Professional degree $89,070 43

Veterinary Assistants & Laboratory Animal Caretakers Short-term OJT $23,440 36

Veterinary Technologists & Technicians Associate degree $28,010 31

Vocational Education Teachers, Postsecondary Related work experience $42,390 116

Vocational Education Teachers, Secondary School Bachelor's degree $52,510 137

Welders, Cutters, Solderers & Brazers Postsecondary vocational award $33,640 466

Woodworking Machine Setters/Operators/Tenders Moderate-term OJT $26,570 121

Careers in Demand in Montgomery County http://www.paworkforce.state.pa.us/jobseekers/cwp/view.asp?a=464&q=159358

Educational Attainment Abbreviations:

ST OJT Short-term Training - basic tasks and skills are learned through a period of on-the-job training.

MT OJT Moderate-term Training - basic tasks and skills are learned through a period of on-the-job training.

LT OJT Long-term Training - basic tasks and skills are learned through a period of on-the-job training.

WK EXP

Work Experience - in a related occupation, training is gained through hands-on work in a similar occupation.

PS VOC Post-secondary Vocational Training - training is gained through a vocational training program.

AD Associate's Degree - degree completed after two years of full-time schooling beyond high school.

BD Bachelor's Degree - degree completed after four years of full-time schooling beyond high school.

BD+ Bachelor's Degree plus experience - a four-year bachelor's degree plus experience gained through hands-on experience.

MD Master's - training at the college or university level beyond a four-year bachelor's degree.

PhD Doctoral - training at the college or university level beyond a four-year bachelor's degree.

PROF First Professional Degree - training at the college or university level beyond a four-year bachelor's degree.

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On-Line Resources for Students and Parents

TOPICS RESOURCES WEB ADDRESS Assessments

Bridges Choices Planner America’s Career InfoNet Career Key Holland Career Game Work Keys World of Work Map

www.hatboro-horsham.org/cd > Career Awareness & Preparation > password “hatters” www.acinet.org (select Skills Profiler, Testing & Assessment, or Resource Library followed by Occupational Information and Career Assessment) www.careerkey.org (fee) http://career.missouri.edu/students/explore/thecareerinterestsgame.php www.act.org/workkeys www.act.org/wwm

Career Exploration

Job Profiles Career Voyages Job Star Your Future Riley Guide Occupational Links Page Career Guide to Industries Occupational Outlook Handbook

http://www.jobprofiles.org http://www.careervoyages.gov http://jobstar.org/tools/career/index.php http://www.mapping-your-future.org/planning www.rileyguide.com (Go to the A to Z index, select Career Exploration) http://www.uhs.berkeley.edu/Students/CareerLibrary/Links/occup.cfm http://www.bls.gov/oco/cg http://www.bls.gov/oco

Annual Earnings by Education Level

Education Pays www.bls.gov Parent Helpers

Helping Your Child Make Decisions

http://www.pacareerstandards.com/documents/supporting-resources/brochure-help-child-make-career-

decision.pdf

Career Clusters and Pathways

http://www.pacareerstandards.com/documents/supporting-resources/brochure-career-clusters-and-

pathway.pdf

Why Should My Child Explore Careers?

http://www.pacareerstandards.com/documents/supporting-resources/brochure-why-should-child-

explore-career.pdf

Parent Involvement = Student Success

http://www.pacareerstandards.com/documents/supporting-resources/brochure-parent-involvement.pdf

America’s Career Resource Network

http://www.acrnetwork.org/parents.aspx

Your Child’s Career http://www.yourchildscareer.org/

College Board http://www.collegeboard.com/csearch/majors_careers/profiles/

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Curriculum Planning Guide Acknowledgements

Schools offering visitations and information: Middletown Area School District (PA), South Western School District (PA), Loyalsock School District (PA), Central Columbia School District (PA), Springfield Township School District (Mont. Co.), Upper Dublin School District, Lower Merion School District Pennsylvania Department of Education Pennsylvania School Counselors Association PHEAA Integrated Learning Conference—PSU 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 Cooperative Education Conference—PSU 2007. 2008 Special Vocational Education Services Office, Penn State McKeesport Pennsylvania College of Technology Temple University Philadelphia University Penn State University Indiana University of Pennsylvania Eastern Center for the Arts & Technology Dr. Ken Gray, author of Other Ways to Win & Getting Real

Willard Daggett, International Center for Leadership in Education Michael Thompson, Director of School Counseling, Middletown School District Betty Holmboe, Capital Region Education and Workforce Partnership Janet Dicenzo, Montgomery County Education and Workforce Partnership Jay Cannon, Pennsylvania Department of Education Pennsylvania Career Development Leaders Network Montgomery County Workforce Investment Board

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