Transcript TYPICAL FRESHMAN SCHEDULE FIRST SEMESTER SECOND …

Welcome to Brockton High School!
An Overview of
VOCATIONAL,TECHNICAL, &
CAREER EDUCATION
OPPORTUNITIES for 2011
VOCATIONAL VS. COMPREHENSIVE
HIGH SCHOOL
VOCATIONAL
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FOCUS ON TRAINING
AND EMPLOYMENT
AFTER HIGH SCHOOL
PROGRAM OF STUDY
DOES NOT MEET
COLLEGE ENTRANCE
REQUIREMENTS
COMPREHENSIVE (BHS)
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FOCUS ON
ACADEMICS
PROGRAM OF STUDY
MEETS COLLEGE
ENTRANCE
REQUIREMENTS
TYPICAL FRESHMAN SCHEDULE
FIRST SEMESTER
TERM I
TERM 2
A or B
A or B
F R E S H M A N
MODERN
SECOND SEMESTER
TERM 3
TERM 4
A or B
A or B
E N G L I S H
WORLD
HISTORY
A L GE B R A I (OR) G E O M E T R Y **
EARTH SCIENCE
ELECTIVE
ELECTIVE
GYM
OCUPATIONAL
RESOURCE
CENTER I
VOCATIONAL
EXPLORATORY
I
ELECTIVE
SOPHOMORE SCHEDULE
FIRST SEMESTER
SECOND SEMESTER
TERM I
TERM 2
TERM 3
TERM 4
A or B
A or B
A or B
A or B
S O P H O M O R E
E N G L I S H
UN I T E D S T A T E S
HISTORY I
GEOMETRY
ALGEBRA II
OCUPATIONAL
ELECTIVE
ELECTIVE
RESOURCE
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B I OL O G Y
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
OR
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VOCATIONAL
EXPLORATORY
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ELECTIVES
JUNIOR SCHEDULE
FIRST SEMESTER
TERM I
TERM 2
A or B
A or B
JUNIOR ENGLISH
SECOND SEMESTER
TERM 3
A or B
TERM 4
A or B
PRE-CALCULUS
OR MATH REVIEW
UNITED STATES HISTORY II
VOCATIONAL TRACK
FOREING LANGUAGE
(AUTO/GRAPHICS/CONSTRUC
II OR ELECTIVE
TION TECHNOLOGY)
VOC. TRACK ----------------------------------------ELECTIVE OR
MATH REVIEW
CHEMISTRY **
VOCATIONAL PROGRAM
 AUTOMOTIVE
 CONSTRUCTION
TECHNOLOGY
 GRAPHIC
DESIGN
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics
Technology/Technician
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A program that prepares individuals to apply
technical knowledge and skills to repair, service,
and maintain all types of automobiles. Includes
instruction in:
brake systems
electrical systems
engine performance
engine repair
suspension and steering
automatic and manual transmissions and drive
trains
heating and air condition systems
This program prepares students for ASE
Certification
Automotive Technology
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Farm Equipment Mechanic -- Maintains, repairs, and overhauls farm machinery and
vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, and irrigation systems.
Furnace Operator -- Operates and tends furnaces, such as gas, oil, coal, electric-arc or
electric induction, open-hearth, or oxygen furnaces, to melt and refine metal before
casting or to produce specified types of steel.
General Maintenance Repairer -- Keeps machines, mechanical equipment, or structures
of an establishment in good repair.
Heat Treating Equipment Worker -- Operates and tends furnaces, flame-hardening
machines, and electronic induction machines, to harden, anneal, and heat treat metal
products or metal parts.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic -- Repairs and services mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic
components of mobile heavy equipment such as bulldozers, graders, cranes, and
conveyors used in construction, logging, and surface mining.
Home Appliance Repairer -- Repairs, adjusts, and installs all types of electric household
appliances and tools.
Industrial Machinery Mechanic -- Diagnoses problems in production machinery and
equipment.
Locksmith -- Repairs and opens locks, makes keys, and changes locks and safe
combinations.
Machine Tool Worker -- Sets up and operates more than one type of cutting or forming
machine tool.
Machinery Maintenance Worker -- Performs basic maintenance activities such as
cleaning, adjusting, and lubricating to keep equipment and machinery in good working
order.
Automotive Technology
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Auto Damage Insurance Appraiser -- Appraises automobile or other vehicle
damage to determine cost of repair for insurance claim settlement. Compare
your selections
Automobile Mechanic -- Repairs automobiles, trucks, buses, and other
vehicles, according to manufacturers specifications.
Automotive Body Repairer -- Repairs and customizes automotive bodies and
frames.
Bicycle Repairer -- Repairs and services bicycles and related accessories.
Career and Technical Education Teacher -- Teaches vocational and/or
occupational subjects at the postsecondary level.
Diesel Engine Mechanic -- Inspects, repairs, and maintains diesel engines used
to power machines.
Electric Motor/Power Tool Repairer -- Tests, repairs, rebuilds, and assembles
electric motors, generators, and related equipment.
Electromechanical Equipment Assembler -- Assembles electromechanical
equipment or devices, such as gear trains, gyros, dynamometers, wave guides,
magnetic drums, tape drives, actuators, and gearbox mechanisms, according
to specifications.
Elevator Installer/Repairer -- Assembles, installs, repairs, and maintains
electric and hydraulic freight and passenger elevators, escalators, and
dumbwaiters.
Engine/Machine Assembler -- Constructs, assembles, or rebuilds machines
such as engines, turbines, and office machines, or equipment used in
construction, oil fields, textile and paper manufacturing, woodworking,
printing, and food wrapping.
Automotive Technology
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Machinist -- Sets up and operates machine tools and uses shop drawings to
make or repair metal parts for cars, machines, and other equipment.
Marine Engineer -- Plans, designs, and oversees the installation of ship
machinery and related equipment, including propulsion machinery and
power supply systems.
Mechanical Drafter -- Prepares detailed working diagrams of machinery and
mechanical devices, including dimensions, assembly instructions, fastening
methods, and other engineering information.
Mechanics and Repairers Supervisor -- Directly supervises and coordinates
activities of mechanics, repairers, and installers and their helpers.
Motorcycle Mechanic -- Repairs and overhauls motorcycles, motor scooters,
mopeds, and similar motorized vehicles.
Compare your selections
Non-destructive Tester ... (Military - Enlisted) -- Examines, inspects, and
tests metal parts on military equipment, such as airplanes and submarines,
for stress damage and wear.
Rail Car Repairer -- Repairs and rebuilds railroad cars, mine cars, and trolley
or subway cars, according to Federal and company regulations and
specifications.
Small Engine Specialist -- Repairs engines of lawnmowers, chain saws,
generators, compressors, and other small gasoline or diesel powered
engines.
CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
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A program that prepares individuals to apply basic
engineering principles and technical skills in support of
engineers, engineering contractors and other
professionals engaged in the construction of buildings
and related structures. Includes instruction in:
basic structural & engineering principles
construction techniques
building site inspection
site supervision
plan and specification interpretation
supply logistics and procurement
applicable building codes
report preparation
Construction Technology
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Cabinetmaker Cuts, shapes, and assembles wooden
articles, such as cabinets, high grade furniture, store
fixtures, and office equipment.
Carpenter -- Constructs, erects, installs, and repairs
structures or fixtures made of wood, plywood, and
wallboard.
Carpenter Helper -- Helps carpenters or carpentry-related
craft workers by performing duties of lesser skill.
Construction Laborer -- Performs a wide variety of tasks to
help skilled workers.
Construction Manager -- Plans and directs activities
concerned with the construction and maintenance of
structures, facilities, and systems.
Construction Supervisor -- Directly supervises and
coordinates activities of construction trades workers and
their helpers.
Construction and Building Inspector -- Inspects structures
to determine structural soundness and compliance with
specifications, building codes, and other regulations.
Construction Technology
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Electrician -- Installs, maintains, and repairs electrical
wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
Electrician Helper -- Helps electricians or power line
transmission installers by performing duties of lesser skill.
Roofer -- Covers roofs of structures with shingles, slate,
aluminum, wood, or related materials, using hammers,
knives, punches, and other tools.
Stonemason -- Builds stone structures such as piers, walls,
and abutments.
Compare your selections
Tile and Marble Setter -- Applies tile to walls, floors,
ceilings, or counter tops following design specifications.
Woodworking Machine Worker -- Operates or tends
woodworking machines, such as drill presses, lathes,
shapers, routers, sanders, planers, and wood-nailing
machines.
GRAPHIC DESIGN
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A program that prepares individuals to apply artistic
and computer techniques to the interpretation of
technical and commercial concepts. Includes instruction
in:
computer-assisted art and design using Adobe
InDesign™
printmaking
concepts sketching
technical drawing
color theory
imaging
studio techniques
communication skills and commercial art business
operations
Graphic Design
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Commercial Art Director -- Formulates
design concepts, plans presentation
approaches, and directs workers engaged in
art work, layout, and copy writing for visual
communications media such as magazines,
newspapers, and packaging.
Graphic Designer -- Designs art and copy
layouts for material to be presented by
magazines, newspapers, television, and
packaging.
Job Printer -- Sets type according to copy,
and operates a cylinder or automatic platen
press to print job orders.
Graphic Design
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Printing Machine Operator -- Operates and tends
manually controlled or automatic printing machines,
such as offset lithographic presses, letter or
letterset presses, flexographic or gravure presses,
to produce print on paper or other materials such as
plastic, cloth, or rubber.
order
Commercial Art Director -- Formulates design
concepts, plans presentation approaches, and
directs workers engaged in art work, layout, and
copy writing for visual communications media such
as magazines, newspapers, and packaging.
Commercial and Industrial Designer -- Develops and
designs manufactured products such as cars, home
appliances, and children's toys.
TECHNICAL PROGRAM
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PRE-ENGINEERING
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
ROBOTICS
ELECTRONICS
AUTO CARE & MAINTENANCE
GRAPHICS EXPERIENCE
PC TECHNICIAN
(A+ Certification)
CAREER EDUCATION
HELATH SERVICES
&
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality/Restaurant/Food Production
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This course prepares individuals to plan, supervise, and
manage food and beverage preparation and service
operations, restaurant facilities, and catering services.
Includes instruction in:
food/beverage industry operations
cost control
purchasing and storage
business administration
Logistics
personnel management
restaurant and menu planning
executive chef functions
event planning and management
health and safety
insurance and applicable law and regulations
Students in this course follow the ProStart curriculum and
prepares students for ServSafe Certification
Hospitality/Restaurant/Food Production
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Baker -- Mixes and bakes ingredients according to recipes to
produce breads, pastries, and other baked goods. Compare your
selections
Butcher and Meat Cutter -- Cuts, trims, and prepares carcasses and
consumer-sized portions of meat for sale or for use in food service
companies.
Chef -- Directs and participates in the preparation, seasoning, and
cooking of soups, meats, fish, vegetables, salads, desserts, or other
foods.
Child Care Aide/Worker -- Monitors and cares for children in
schools, businesses, or institutions.
Dietetic Technician - Provides services in areas of food service
management.
Dietitian/Nutritionist - Organizes, plans, and conducts food service
or nutritional programs to help promote health and control disease.
Farm and Home Management Advisor -- Advises, instructs, and
assists individuals and families engaged in agriculture, agricultural
related processes, or home economics activities.
Fashion Designer - Designs clothing and accessories for
manufacturers and for sale directly to the public.
Fast-Food Cook - Prepares and cooks food in a fast food restaurant
with a limited menu.
Hospitality/Restaurant/Food Production
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Fast-Food Cook -- Prepares and cooks food in a
fast food restaurant with a limited menu.
Food Scientist -- Applies scientific and
engineering principles in research, development,
production, packaging, and processing of foods.
Institution or Cafeteria Cook -- Prepares and
cooks meals for institutions such as schools,
hospitals, or cafeterias.
Restaurant Cook -- Prepares, seasons, and cooks
soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other
foodstuffs in restaurants.
Short Order Cook -- Prepares and cooks to order
a variety of foods that require only a short
preparation time.
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide
& Patient Care Assistant
A program that prepares individuals
to perform routine nursing-related
services to patients in hospitals or
long-term care facilities, under the
training and supervision of a
registered nurse or licensed
practical nurse. Students that
successfully complete the program
earn their Certification as a Nurse
Assistant (CNA)
Health Services
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Certified Nursing Assistant -- Performs a variety of duties, under the direction
of a physician, physician’s assistant, or nurse in the examination and
treatment of patients in a health care facility or doctor's office.
Compare your selections
Nurse Aide/Orderly -- Works under the direction of medical staff to care for
patients in health care facilities.
Compare your selections
Registered Nurse -- Administers nursing care to ill or injured persons
Plans, directs, and coordinates medicine and health services in hospitals,
clinics, managed care facilities, public health agencies, or similar
organizations. Compare your selections
Nurse Aide/Orderly -- Works under the direction of medical staff to care for
patients in health care facilities.
Compare your selections
Receptionist/Information Clerk -- Receives and greets visitors to an
establishment, or obtains and provides information for the general public
(customers, visitors, and other interested parties).
So……
Why choose Brockton High for your
son or daughter?
Because……
BHS has been selected as a ‘Model High
School’ by the International Center for
Leadership in Education for the last 6
years
The New York Times recognized BHS as a
School that ‘defies the demographics’ of a
Large urban high school with a many
Socio-economic challenges.
Because…..
BHS has been
identified by
US News &
World as one
of the top
high schools
IN THE
COUNTRY for
academic
achievement
And Because……
BHS IS A GREAT PLACE TO
LEARN AND GROW!