College and Career Readiness: Connecting Signature Academies and CTE Programs
Legislative Committee on Education
April 24, 2014
College and Career Readiness:
The Role of Signature Academies & CTE
Understand how Signature Academy & CTE
programs in WCSD prepare students for
seamless transition to positive
postsecondary options
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COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS
WHAT DOES IT MEAN?
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Adaptation and coping skills, including learning, self and environmental exploration,
decision-making, and planfulness
(Savickas, 1997)
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Ready to manage the increased pace of coursework, collaborate to solve problems,
apply skills as independent, self-reliant learners…which includes draw inferences,
interpret results, analyze documents, support arguments with evidence, and think deeply
about concepts
(Conley, 2007)
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Global awareness, along with the ability to think, learn, work, solve problems,
collaborate, communicate, analyze and contribute effectively
(Partnership for 21
st
Century Skills,
2009)
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Capacity to think, understand, investigate, innovate
(Reich, 2010)
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Think critically, communicate, collaborate, and bring creative ideas
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(American Manufacturing Association, 2010)
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Demonstrated proficiency in digital literacy, cultural competency, critical thinking,
teamwork, problem solving, communication, and technical skills; demonstrate qualities
such as adaptability, personal responsibility, intellectual curiosity, perseverance, diverse
perspective, and a strong work ethic
(Nevada College and Career Readiness Task Force Final Report, 2012)
ACHIEVING “READINESS”
“requires that we establish the common ground
between secondary and postsecondary education
and between "work" and "school." Neither the
American economy nor the American workforce can
prosper in an environment that treats "schooling,"
"higher education," and "training" as separate even if
equal entities.”
Reich, R. (1994). Creating new pathways to the middle class.
On Common Ground
, 3.
ACHIEVING “READINESS”
Stone, J. (2011)
College and career ready: A conceptual framework for increasing engagement, achievement and transition.
Paper presented
at the Education and Employers Taskforce Research Conference 2011. Warwick, UK.
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Carl D. Perkins Act, 2006 Reauthorization
Improved the academic rigor of CTE by requiring integration
of strong academics with demanding technical education and
work-based learning opportunities for better student
outcomes
Emphasized the connection between secondary and
postsecondary through sequenced programs of study (POS)
that provide a structured pathway into postsecondary
education and career
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
CTE programs “prepare students to enter the workforce with the academic and
vocational skills needed to compete successfully in the job market.”
Arizona Department of Education, CTE Division
Students who participate in high-quality CTE programs featuring a strong element of
core academic content and career education have better learning outcomes, higher
academic achievement and greater persistence in postsecondary education.
James R. Stone III and Morgan V. Lewis, College and Career Ready in the 21st
Century – Making High School Matter, Teachers College Press, NY, 2012
Eighty percent of students taking a college preparatory academic curriculum with
rigorous CTE met college and career readiness goals, compared to only 63 percent of
students taking the same academic core who did not experience rigorous CTE.
Southern Regional Education Board, High Schools That Work 2012 Assessment
CTE plays a vital role in helping American business address the shortage of qualified
workers, particularly in the areas of trade workers, engineers and IT staff, by building
a competitive workforce for the 21st century.
Deloitte and The Manufacturing Institute, Boiling Point? The Skills Gap in U.S. Manufacturing, 2011;
Manpower Group, Talent Shortage Survey Results, 2012.
WCSD STRATEGIC PLAN
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Supported through a National agenda
Identified outcomes in current educational research
Connected to curriculum, community, and higher education
CTE & CAREER ACADEMIES
SUPERINTENDENT’S ACTION PLAN
Ensure that each high school has at least one
Signature Academy open for fall 2013-14
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Create articulation agreements between each
Signature Academy and UNR or TMCC so that
high schools are aligned directly into
higher education
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DEFINING A SIGNATURE ACADEMY
A stylized curricular approach
that is unique to a school,
reflecting both the
schools’ identity (culture) and intent.
PURPOSE & INTENT
Provide rigorous, stimulating curriculum that
engages and motivates students
Provide opportunities for students to acquire and
practice 21
st
century skills
Prepare students for success in college and high-
skill careers without the need for remediation
EXPECTED OUTCOMES
ALIGNED TO THE WCSD STRATEGIC PLAN
Increased focus on literacy and numeracy through integrated cross-
disciplinary and performance based study (1.1.1)
Increased percentage of students earning CTE/AP/IB credits; concurrent
college credit; and completing a 3- or 4-year sequence of courses
leading to a postsecondary pathway (1.1.2)
Increased opportunities for students to participate in rigorous, relevant
curriculum (1.1.6, 1.1.7)
Increased number of highly skilled teachers in non-traditional fields of
study (2.2.1, 2.2.6)
Increased participation of business, community and postsecondary
education partners (3.3.1, 3.3.2)
Increased enrollment and retention in postsecondary educational or
highly skilled career programs (3.3.6)
MEASURES OF SUCCESS
Maintaining program enrollment (thru completion)
Academic success – GPA, HSPE performance, graduation rate,
advanced/honors diplomas
Technical success – completion exams, dual credit
Postsecondary enrollment/persistence and job placement
SIGNATURE STRUCTURE
Signature School:
Comprehensive high school in which
all students are enrolled in one or more Signature
Programs through pathway completion.
Signature Academy:
One or more Signature Programs
within in a school in which some of the student
population of the school is enrolled through pathway
completion.
Signature Program:
A curricular pathway within a
Signature Academy that has a specific focus or unique
theme that meets a set of articulated goals.
Elective:
Classes offered at the high school level that
engage students in coursework with a specific focus for
the purpose of enrichment
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INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS
& LEARNING METHODOLOGIES
Example: Signature School
Culinary, Child Development,
Photography
Business
Management
Business
AACT
Signature School
: Academy of Arts, Careers & Technology
Signature Academies (7):
Business, Communication Arts,
Culinary & Hospitality, Education,
Engineering, Medical Careers,
Natural Resources & Animal Science
Example Academy:
Business
Signature Program:
Business Management
Pathway = Principles of Business & Marketing
Business Management I
Business Management II
Business Management Adv. Studies
Electives:
Any other coursework that is not considered “core” and
is not required for the pathway
INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS
& LEARNING METHODOLOGIES
Example: Signature Academy
Art, ROTC, Band
Graphic
Design
Reno High
Red House Project
Signature Academy: Reno High Red House Project
Signature Program:
Graphic Design
Pathway = Graphic Design I
Graphic Design II
Graphic Design III
Graphic Design Adv. Studies
Electives:
Any other coursework that is not considered “core” and
is not required for the pathway
CURRENT SIGNATURE SCHOOLS & ACADEMIES
AACT Signature High School
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7 Academies –
Business,
Communication Arts, Culinary & Hospitality, Education,
Engineering, Medical Careers, Natural Resources & Animal Science
Damonte Ranch
Performing Arts Center (PAC)
:
Theater, Instrumental Music, Choir
Galena
STEM Academy
: Project Lead the Way,
Aeronautical Engineering
Hug
Health Sciences Academy
:
Medicine and Human Services
McQueen
Global Studies Academy
:
Language Studies, International Relations
North Valleys
Center for Agricultural Science & Engineering
(CASE)
: Agricultural Engineering, Ag Business Systems
CURRENT SIGNATURE SCHOOLS & ACADEMIES
Reed
Enterprise Project
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Biomedical, Civil & Environmental Engineering, Culinary
Reno
Red House Project
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Video Production, Graphic & Web Design
Spanish Springs
C3Media Academy
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Video Production, Graphic & Web Design
Sparks
Information Technology Academy
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Microsoft IT
Wooster Signature High School
International Baccalaureate
:
Diploma, Certificate, and
Career-related Certificate (Energy Technology)
ENROLLMENT GOALS
75% of Academy openings for zoned school students
25% of Academy openings for variance students
5-Year Goal Enrollment Goal
25-30% of school population participating in Academy
Project-based, real-world, applied learning opportunities
Integration of academics in Signature coursework, including math, science,
history and English,
An associated work-based or extended/research study experience
Active affiliations with co-curricular organizations or ancillary requirements
that reinforce rigor, relevance and community networking through:
Involvement with business and industry or higher education
Organized and structured local, state and national competitions
Leadership training
Community service
Focus on 21st Century skills acquisition and application
Defined postsecondary pathway through 4-year university with associated
college credit opportunities during high school
Recommended supplemental core academic courses that include at least one
AP or IB course
Standards based curricula and instruction
Assessment tools and systematic methods for
gathering annual student performance data
INSTRUCTIONAL COMPONENTS
SAMPLE SIGNATURE PROGRAM
Reed High School Civil & Environmental Engineering
Program of Study
Adopt marketable, brand-able Academy names that reflect the unique
nature of the associated programs and the postsecondary pathway
Maximize the appeal and attractiveness of the facilities associated with
the Academy to communicate credibility and district commitment
Manage and maintain strong, purposeful advisory committees for
Signature and CTE pathways
Develop strong connections with postsecondary to ensure seamless
transitions from high school
Better utilize existing system of internships to engage more employers
Signatures must have a goal of working successfully with
parents, community, businesses,
and postsecondary education.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS
OF SIGNATURES & CTE
NDE CTE STRUCTURE
CTE State Catalog with Course Sequences
Standards for all courses – developed collaboratively
Employability (21
st
Century) skills are embedded
Competency is measured against national measures
(CTECS)
Technical skills
Employability
WCSD ADVISORY COMMITTEES
Council for Career & Technical Education & 7 Subcommittees
Purpose
Provide guidance for programs and curriculum; evaluate effectiveness
Promote, gain support for, and connect Signatures/CTE with the community
Identify and provides resources to support programs
Provide insight for problems presented by the district
2013-14 Annual Goals:
Improve student achievement on employability skills assessments through active
involvement with schools, teachers & students
Promote Signatures & CTE in the community
Employability Matrix Project
Aligning Nevada Employability Skills for Career Readiness standards to needs of employers
to create a classroom tool for students and teachers
Over 100 educators, students and industry representatives from all sectors provided input
and feedback
TECH PREP, DUAL CREDIT, AND
ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES
Tech Prep: Advanced Technical College Credit
Restructuring - in process at the NDE and TMCC
Rebranding name – call it what it is
Reviving importance – in the WCSD Pathway to Graduation alongside AP & IB
credits
Dual Credit Transition Courses
Identifying courses for certifications and degree programs
Creating accessibility
Supporting student success
Advanced Placement Academic Courses
AP and IB courses identified and recommended for all Signature Academy programs
TEACHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Teaching to standards
Aligning instruction with CCSS, Employability, Articulation Agreements
Common expectations across the district
Monthly professional development for all
Professional Learning Communities that include postsecondary &
industry
Collaboration with industry experts and postsecondary professors
WCSD IMPLEMENTATION PROGRESS
SUPERINTENDENT’S ACTION PLAN
Ensure that each high school has at least one
Signature Academy open for fall 2013-14
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Outcome, 2013-14:
Signature Academies in 9 Comprehensive High Schools
Two Signature Academy Schools (one CTA, one full IB)
SUPERINTENDENT’S ACTION PLAN
Create articulation agreements between each
Signature Academy and UNR or TMCC so that
high schools are aligned directly into
higher education
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Outcomes, 2013-14:
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Seventeen (17 ) of 20 CTE completion pathways are associated with 6-20 Tech Prep
articulated college credits
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Remaining 3 CTE completion pathways have been aligned with postsecondary and
articulation agreements are in process
•
Non-CTE completion pathways are being examined for possible articulation
•
College transition courses to certification and/or degree programs have been identified
for three of the six state programs areas (Health, Skilled & Technical, IT & Media)
ENROLLMENT DATA
Signature Academy Enrollment
2013-14: 1823
2013-14 Projected: 2288 (25% increase)
CTE Enrollment, 2013-14:
7177
CTE Students completing a Program of Study
2012-13: 179
2013-14: 315 (78% increase)
2014-15, projected: 550
2013-14 SUCCESSES
First CTE concentrator to be recognized as a National Merit Scholarship finalist
WCSD Culinary facility received accreditation from American Culinary
Federation (ACF) and chef inducted into the ACF American Academy of Chefs
First WCSD IB Career-related Certificate program approved
Engineering students won first place in international NASA Human Exploration
Rover Competition in Huntsville, Alabama
Implementation of MOU between TMCC and WCSD for college professors to
provide specific professional development for IT & Media teachers
Signature/CTE Facility Improvement Completed, In Progress, and Planned
Six schools completed renovations
Two schools currently in planning and construction phases of renovation
$8.5 million approved for major upgrades to 5 schools
Over 425 students participated in co-curricular leadership and skills competitions
100 earned medals or recognition as the top 3 in their event,
28 earned a first place win or gold medal
3 students were elected as state officers in their student organization
KNPB will host a 30 minute discussing the value of CTE in strengthening the
Nevada economy (Friday, April 25
th
)
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Signatures & CTE Department
Washoe County School District
380 Edison Way
Reno, NV 89502
www.washoecountyschools.org/staff/high-school-signature-academy
P: 775.861.1263 F: 775.861.1299
Dr. Dana Ryan, Director @
dryan@washoeschools.net
Sue Wooldridge, Secretary @
swooldridge@washoeschools.net
Colors represent the three national colors of CTE – orange, bright blue and green,
as well as the colors of the school district, dark bleu and gold
5-prong design represents the five outcomes for which Signatures & CTE prepare students: four-year university programs, 2 year degree or certification programs, apprentice or trade schools, military careers, or career
It also represents the five stakeholder groups invested in Signatures & CTE: Parents, WCSD, Business & Industry, Higher Education, and the State of Nevada
At the center of our work are the students, represented by the star.
The slogan, “Education for the Future” represents our commitment to innovative education that prepares students for whatever postsecondary avenue they choose.
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College and Career Readiness: The Role of Signature Academies & CTE Legislative Committee on Education April 24, 2014
Identify the connection between Signature Academy & CTE programs and dual credit opportunities, STEM education, and advanced placement Objective 1 Understand how Signature Academy & CTE programs in WCSD prepare students for seamless transition to positive postsecondary options Objective 2
COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS WHAT DOES IT MEAN? WHAT DOES IT MEAN? Adaptation and coping skills, including learning, self and environmental exploration, decision-making, and planfulness (Savickas, 1997) Ready to manage the increased pace of coursework, collaborate to solve problems, apply skills as independent, self-reliant learners which includes draw inferences, interpret results, analyze documents, support arguments with evidence, and think deeply about concepts(Conley, 2007) Global awareness, along with the ability to think, learn, work, solve problems, collaborate, communicate, analyze and contribute effectively (Partnership for 21st Century Skills, 2009) Capacity to think, understand, investigate, innovate (Reich, 2010) Think critically, communicate, collaborate, and bring creative ideas (American Manufacturing Association, 2010) Demonstrated proficiency in digital literacy, cultural competency, critical thinking, teamwork, problem solving, communication, and technical skills; demonstrate qualities such as adaptability, personal responsibility, intellectual curiosity, perseverance, diverse perspective, and a strong work ethic (Nevada College and Career Readiness Task Force Final Report, 2012)
ACHIEVING READINESS requires that we establish the common ground between secondary and postsecondary education and between "work" and "school." Neither the American economy nor the American workforce can prosper in an environment that treats "schooling," "higher education," and "training" as separate even if equal entities. Reich, R. (1994). Creating new pathways to the middle class. On Common Ground, 3.
ACHIEVING READINESS Stone, J. (2011) College and career ready: A conceptual framework for increasing engagement, achievement and transition. Paper presented at the Education and Employers Taskforce Research Conference 2011. Warwick, UK.
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION Carl D. Perkins Act, 2006 Reauthorization Improved the academic rigor of CTE by requiring integration of strong academics with demanding technical education and work-based learning opportunities for better student outcomes Emphasized the connection between secondary and postsecondary through sequenced programs of study (POS) that provide a structured pathway into postsecondary education and career
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION CTE programs prepare students to enter the workforce with the academic and vocational skills needed to compete successfully in the job market. Arizona Department of Education, CTE Division Students who participate in high-quality CTE programs featuring a strong element of core academic content and career education have better learning outcomes, higher academic achievement and greater persistence in postsecondary education. James R. Stone III and Morgan V. Lewis, College and Career Ready in the 21st Century Making High School Matter, Teachers College Press, NY, 2012 Eighty percent of students taking a college preparatory academic curriculum with rigorous CTE met college and career readiness goals, compared to only 63 percent of students taking the same academic core who did not experience rigorous CTE. Southern Regional Education Board, High Schools That Work 2012 Assessment CTE plays a vital role in helping American business address the shortage of qualified workers, particularly in the areas of trade workers, engineers and IT staff, by building a competitive workforce for the 21st century. Deloitte and The Manufacturing Institute, Boiling Point? The Skills Gap in U.S. Manufacturing, 2011; Manpower Group, Talent Shortage Survey Results, 2012.
WCSD STRATEGIC PLAN Provide Continuous Academic Success for Every Student Goal 1 Objective 1.1Provide Rigorous, Relevant Curriculum 1.1.1 Curriculawill focus on content and skills, integrated cross- disciplinary expectations, and performance-based studies to meet the needs of 21st century learners 1.1.6 Provide more opportunities for students to participate in rigorous, relevant curriculum and enrichment programs 1.1.7 Signature programs will offer academic and career/technology choices for students among various high schools that focus on specialized, engaged student learning
WCSD STRATEGIC PLAN Goal 3 Engage Families and Community Partners Objective 3.3Strengthen Strategic Community Partnerships 3.3.6 Partnership with higher education and Pre-K-12 communities will provide collaboration on strategies to ensure seamless transitions between institutions, a successful Pre-K to 16 pathway for academic success, and professional development partnerships.
CTE & CAREER ACADEMIES Supported through a National agenda Identified outcomes in current educational research Connected to curriculum, community, and higher education p21_rainbow_id254 National Association of State Directors of Career Technical Education Consortium
SUPERINTENDENTS ACTION PLAN Goal 1 Ensure that each high school has at least one Signature Academy open for fall 2013-14 Create articulation agreements between each Signature Academy and UNR or TMCC so that high schools are aligned directly into higher education Goal 2
DEFINING A SIGNATURE ACADEMY A stylized curricular approach that is unique to a school, reflecting both the schools identity (culture) and intent.
PURPOSE & INTENT Provide rigorous, stimulating curriculum that engages and motivates students Provide opportunities for students to acquire and practice 21st century skills Prepare students for success in college and high- skill careers without the need for remediation
EXPECTED OUTCOMES ALIGNED TO THE WCSD STRATEGIC PLAN Increased focus on literacy and numeracy through integrated cross- disciplinary and performance based study (1.1.1) Increased percentage of students earning CTE/AP/IB credits; concurrent college credit; and completing a 3- or 4-year sequence of courses leading to a postsecondary pathway (1.1.2) Increased opportunities for students to participate in rigorous, relevant curriculum (1.1.6, 1.1.7) Increased number of highly skilled teachers in non-traditional fields of study (2.2.1, 2.2.6) Increased participation of business, community and postsecondary education partners (3.3.1, 3.3.2) Increased enrollment and retention in postsecondary educational or highly skilled career programs (3.3.6)
MEASURES OF SUCCESS Maintaining program enrollment (thru completion) Academic success GPA, HSPE performance, graduation rate, advanced/honors diplomas Technical success completion exams, dual credit Postsecondary enrollment/persistence and job placement
SIGNATURE STRUCTURE Signature School: Comprehensive high school in which all students are enrolled in one or more Signature Programs through pathway completion. Sign. Schools Signature Academy: One or more Signature Programs within in a school in which some of the student population of the school is enrolled through pathway completion. Signature Academies Signature Program: A curricular pathway within a Signature Academy that has a specific focus or unique theme that meets a set of articulated goals. Signature Programs (Theater, Culinary, Agriculture) Elective Courses (Any course outside of the prescribed academic core and/or Signature pathway) Elective: Classes offered at the high school level that engage students in coursework with a specific focus for the purpose of enrichment.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS & LEARNING METHODOLOGIES Example: Signature School Signature School: Academy of Arts, Careers & Technology Signature Academies (7): Business, Communication Arts, Culinary & Hospitality, Education, Engineering, Medical Careers, Natural Resources & Animal Science AACT Business Example Academy: Business Signature Program: Business Management Pathway = Principles of Business & Marketing Business Management I Business Management II Business Management Adv. Studies Business Management Culinary, Child Development, Photography Electives:Any other coursework that is not considered core and is not required for the pathway
INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS & LEARNING METHODOLOGIES Example: Signature Academy Signature Academy: Reno High Red House Project Signature Program: Graphic Design Pathway = Graphic Design I Graphic Design II Graphic Design III Graphic Design Adv. Studies Reno High Red House Project Electives:Any other coursework that is not considered core and is not required for the pathway Graphic Design Art, ROTC, Band
CURRENT SIGNATURE SCHOOLS & ACADEMIES AACT Signature High School 7 Academies Business, Communication Arts, Culinary & Hospitality, Education, Engineering, Medical Careers, Natural Resources & Animal Science Damonte Ranch Performing Arts Center (PAC): Theater, Instrumental Music, Choir Galena STEM Academy: Project Lead the Way, Aeronautical Engineering Hug Health Sciences Academy: Medicine and Human Services McQueen Global Studies Academy: Language Studies, International Relations North Valleys Center for Agricultural Science & Engineering (CASE): Agricultural Engineering, Ag Business Systems
CURRENT SIGNATURE SCHOOLS & ACADEMIES Reed Enterprise Project: Biomedical, Civil & Environmental Engineering, Culinary Reno Red House Project: Video Production, Graphic & Web Design Spanish Springs C3Media Academy: Video Production, Graphic & Web Design SparksInformation Technology Academy: Microsoft IT Wooster Signature High School International Baccalaureate: Diploma, Certificate, and Career-related Certificate (Energy Technology)
ENROLLMENT GOALS 75% of Academy openings for zoned school students 25% of Academy openings for variance students 5-Year Goal Enrollment Goal 25-30% of school population participating in Academy
INSTRUCTIONAL COMPONENTS Project-based, real-world, applied learning opportunities Integration of academics in Signature coursework, including math, science, history and English, An associated work-based or extended/research study experience Active affiliations with co-curricular organizations or ancillary requirements that reinforce rigor, relevance and community networking through: Involvement with business and industry or higher education Organized and structured local, state and national competitions Leadership training Community service Focus on 21st Century skills acquisition and application Defined postsecondary pathway through 4-year university with associated college credit opportunities during high school Recommended supplemental core academic courses that include at least one AP or IB course Standards based curricula and instruction Assessment tools and systematic methods for gathering annual student performance data
SAMPLE SIGNATURE PROGRAM Reed High School Civil & Environmental Engineering Program of Study English Math Social Stud Science Academy Academy Academy English 1-2 English 1-2 (H) Algebra Geometry Frml Geometry Algebra 2 PE Biology Biology (H) 9th Health AND (.5) elective Metals I or Auto I CADD I English 3-4 English 3-4 (H) W. History W. History (H) Chemistry Chemistry (H) 10th PE Metals I or Auto I Renewable Energy Tech (RET) I English 5-6 AP English 5-6 Alg 2 Prob/Stats Trig/Pre-Calc U.S. History AP U.S. Hist. Physics AP Physics AP Enviro 11th Auto II & Lab Or Pre-Engineering Metals II & Weld I (concurrent) English 7-8 AP English 7-8 Early College Prob/Stats Trig/Pre-Calc AP Calculus Early College Government AP Gov t 12th Auto III & Lab Or Auto AS, Work Exp., RET II or ENG 100 (@ TMCC/UNR Dual Credit) Metals III & Advanced Studies
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Signatures must have a goal of working successfully with parents, community, businesses, and postsecondary education. Adopt marketable, brand-able Academy names that reflect the unique nature of the associated programs and the postsecondary pathway Maximize the appeal and attractiveness of the facilities associated with the Academy to communicate credibility and district commitment Manage and maintain strong, purposeful advisory committees for Signature and CTE pathways Develop strong connections with postsecondary to ensure seamless transitions from high school Better utilize existing system of internships to engage more employers
FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS OF SIGNATURES & CTE OF SIGNATURES & CTE
NDE CTE STRUCTURE CTE State Catalog with Course Sequences Standards for all courses developed collaboratively Employability (21st Century) skills are embedded Competency is measured against national measures (CTECS) Technical skills Employability
WCSD ADVISORY COMMITTEES Council for Career & Technical Education & 7 Subcommittees Purpose Provide guidance for programs and curriculum; evaluate effectiveness Promote, gain support for, and connect Signatures/CTE with the community Identify and provides resources to support programs Provide insight for problems presented by the district 2013-14 Annual Goals: Improve student achievement on employability skills assessments through active involvement with schools, teachers & students Promote Signatures & CTE in the community Employability Matrix Project Aligning Nevada Employability Skills for Career Readiness standards to needs of employers to create a classroom tool for students and teachers Over 100 educators, students and industry representatives from all sectors provided input and feedback
TECH PREP, DUAL CREDIT, AND ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES Tech Prep: Advanced Technical College Credit Restructuring - in process at the NDE and TMCC Rebranding name call it what it is Reviving importance in the WCSD Pathway to Graduation alongside AP & IB credits Dual Credit Transition Courses Identifying courses for certifications and degree programs Creating accessibility Supporting student success Advanced Placement Academic Courses AP and IB courses identified and recommended for all Signature Academy programs
TEACHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Teaching to standards Aligning instruction with CCSS, Employability, Articulation Agreements Common expectations across the district Monthly professional development for all Professional Learning Communities that include postsecondary & industry Collaboration with industry experts and postsecondary professors
WCSD IMPLEMENTATION PROGRESS WCSD IMPLEMENTATION PROGRESS
SUPERINTENDENTS ACTION PLAN Goal 1 Ensure that each high school has at least one Signature Academy open for fall 2013-14 Outcome, 2013-14: Signature Academies in 9 Comprehensive High Schools Two Signature Academy Schools (one CTA, one full IB)
SUPERINTENDENTS ACTION PLAN Create articulation agreements between each Signature Academy and UNR or TMCC so that high schools are aligned directly into higher education Goal 2 Outcomes, 2013-14: Seventeen (17 ) of 20 CTE completion pathways are associated with 6-20 Tech Prep articulated college credits Remaining 3 CTE completion pathways have been aligned with postsecondary and articulation agreements are in process Non-CTE completion pathways are being examined for possible articulation College transition courses to certification and/or degree programs have been identified for three of the six state programs areas (Health, Skilled & Technical, IT & Media)
ENROLLMENT DATA Signature Academy Enrollment 2013-14: 1823 2013-14 Projected: 2288 (25% increase) CTE Enrollment, 2013-14: 7177 CTE Students completing a Program of Study 2012-13: 179 2013-14: 315 (78% increase) 2014-15, projected: 550
2013-14 SUCCESSES First CTE concentrator to be recognized as a National Merit Scholarship finalist WCSD Culinary facility received accreditation from American Culinary Federation (ACF) and chef inducted into the ACF American Academy of Chefs First WCSD IB Career-related Certificate program approved Engineering students won first place in international NASA Human Exploration Rover Competition in Huntsville, Alabama Implementation of MOU between TMCC and WCSD for college professors to provide specific professional development for IT & Media teachers Signature/CTE Facility Improvement Completed, In Progress, and Planned Six schools completed renovations Two schools currently in planning and construction phases of renovation $8.5 million approved for major upgrades to 5 schools Over 425 students participated in co-curricular leadership and skills competitions 100 earned medals or recognition as the top 3 in their event, 28 earned a first place win or gold medal 3 students were elected as state officers in their student organization KNPB will host a 30 minute discussing the value of CTE in strengthening the Nevada economy (Friday, April 25th)
FOR MORE INFORMATION Signatures & CTE Department Washoe County School District 380 Edison Way Reno, NV 89502 www.washoecountyschools.org/staff/high-school-signature-academy P: 775.861.1263 F: 775.861.1299 Dr. Dana Ryan, Director @ dryan@washoeschools.net Sue Wooldridge, Secretary @ swooldridge@washoeschools.net
