Career Pathways

Diversified Agricultural Science Pathway Reference Guide (Spanish Version)

* Students will take classes at Sedgwick High School

The Agriculture Career Cluster explores how we grow, raise, and produce the food and materials our world depends on. Students learn how science, technology, and sustainable practices improve farming, forestry, and fisheries. This Cluster also connects with Energy and Natural Resources, emphasizing environmental stewardship and strong, resilient communities.

State Approved Pathway Courses

Introduction Level

• Introduction to Agriculture

Technical Level

• Agriscience

• Horticulture

• Plant and Soil Science

• Animal Science

• Agricultural Food Science

• Plant and Animal Science

• Biotechnology in Agriculture

• Natural Resource Management

Application Level

• Internship, VCHS Internship Program, Senior Year Only

• Agricultural Leadership and Communications

Mobile Equipment Maintenance Pathway Reference Guide (Spanish Version)

The focus of this pathway is to equip students with the foundational knowledge, technical skills, and real-world experiences needed for continued education and future careers in design, production, and technical service industries. Through hands-on learning and industry-aligned instruction, students explore how ideas are developed, built, maintained, and improved across a wide range of professional fields.

This Pathway of Study enables students:

• To obtain necessary skills through high-quality classroom, laboratory, and field instruction
• To earn professional certifications required for employment
• To transition to postsecondary institutions for additional education opportunities

State Approved Pathway Courses

Introduction Level Courses

• Intro to Industrial Arts (8th gr)

• Business Essentials (recommended 9-10th gr)

Technical Level Courses

• General Services I (recommended 9-10th gr)

• Entrepreneurship

Application Level Courses

• General Services II**/^, optional dual credit

• General Services III**, optional dual credit

• Emerging Trends in Transportation Tech Internship, VCHS Internship Program, Senior Year Only

Also Recommended:

• Business courses depending on area of interest

WSU Tech Jumpstart Academies

These programs are available for juniors and seniors, all are located in Wichita at various WSU Tech campuses. Tuition is free (as of Feb 2021), books/software/materials are the students' responsibility. USD262 will provide transportation, or the students may drive themselves. WSU Tech determines the courses that will be offered in each of the half day blocks. Various certifications/credentials are available within these programs. Acceptance and testing criteria for enrollment is dependent upon each program/course/college and is subject to change at the college's discretion. WSU Tech High School Page

• Alt. Fuel Maintenance & Advanced Electronics
• Automotive Technology
• Machining & Manufacturing Technology
• Mobile Equipment Technology (Diesel)
• Welding Technology

Pathway Credentials:

• OSHA10* (optional dual credit)

• Ford***

• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)^

Student Organizations:

• SkillsUSA, Mr LeDuc, Sponsor

• Auto Club, Mr. LeDuc, Sponsor

• Robotics Club, Ms. Card, Sponsor

All college courses are considered dual credit, students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 to apply. Application submission does not guarantee admission into the class/program.

WSU Tech Jumpstart Academies

These programs are available for juniors and seniors, all are located in Wichita at various WSU Tech campuses. Tuition is free (as of Feb 2021), books/software/materials are the students' responsibility. USD262 will provide transportation, or the students may drive themselves. WSU Tech determines the courses that will be offered in each of the half day blocks. Various certifications/credentials are available within these programs. Acceptance and testing criteria for enrollment is dependent upon each program/course/college and is subject to change at the college's discretion. WSU Tech High School Page

• Aviation Maintenance
• Drones

Pathway Credentials:

• OSHA10* (optional dual credit)

Student Organizations:

• SkillsUSA, Mr LeDuc, Sponsor

• Robotics Club, Ms. Card, Sponsor

All college courses are considered dual credit, students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 to apply. Application submission does not guarantee admission into the class/program.

BioTechnology Pathway Reference Guide (Spanish version)

The Healthcare & Human Services Career Cluster focuses on supporting the health and well-being of individuals and communities. Students explore medical, mental, and therapeutic services, along with personal care roles. By understanding the factors that impact health and using data and science, this Cluster helps improve the resilience and overall well-being of individuals, families, and communities.

State Approved Pathway Courses

Introduction Level

• Chemistry I

• Microsoft Certification Academy

Technical Level

• Human Anatomy & Physiology, optional dual credit

• Robotics

Application Level, Senior Year Only

• BioMedical Internship, VCHS Internship Program

Depending on specific career interest, these courses are also recommended:

• Certified Nurse Aide/EKG**, dual credit only-taught at VCHS

• College Algebra, optional DC

• Precalculus, optional DC

• Calculus, optional DC

• Statistics, optional DC

• Chemistry II or AP Chemistry, optional DC

• Physics, optional DC

Business Entrepreneurship and Management Pathway Reference Guide (Spanish version)

The Business Cluster prepares learners for careers and/or continuing education opportunities planning, organizing, directing and evaluating business functions essential to efficient and productive business operations. Career opportunities are available in every sector of the economy and require specific skills in organization, time management, customer service and communication.

State Approved Pathway Courses

Introduction Level

• Business Essentials, .5cr (recommended 9-10th gr)

Technical Level

• Accounting, optional dual credit, 1cr

• Business Management, optional dual credit, .5cr

• Entrepreneurship, 1cr

• Marketing, optional dual credit, 1cr

Application Level-Senior Year Only

• Business Internship, VCHS Internship Program, .5-2 credits

WSU Tech Jumpstart Academies

These programs are available for juniors and seniors, all are located in Wichita at various WSU Tech campuses. Tuition is free (as of Feb 2021), books/software/materials are the students' responsibility. USD262 will provide transportation, or the students may drive themselves. WSU Tech determines the courses that will be offered in each of the half day blocks. Various certifications/credentials are available within these programs. Acceptance and testing criteria for enrollment is dependent upon each program/course/college and is subject to change at the college's discretion. WSU Tech High School Page

• Business (online Academy)
• Cloud Computing/Coding
• Computer Support Specialist

Business Student Organizations:

• DECA, Ms. Kaiser, Sponsor

• FBLA, Mr. Salmans, Sponsor

Additional business classes can be taken with WSU Tech or BCC Early College Academy

WSU Tech Jumpstart Academies

These programs are available for juniors and seniors, all are located in Wichita at various WSU Tech campuses. Tuition is free (as of Feb 2021), books/software/materials are the students' responsibility. USD262 will provide transportation, or the students may drive themselves. WSU Tech determines the courses that will be offered in each of the half day blocks. Various certifications/credentials are available within these programs. Acceptance and testing criteria for enrollment is dependent upon each program/course/college and is subject to change at the college's discretion. WSU Tech High School Page

• Business (online Academy)
• Cloud Computing/Coding
• Computer Support Specialist

Business Student Organizations:

• DECA, Ms. Kaiser, Sponsor

• FBLA, Mr. Salmans, Sponsor

Additional business classes can be taken with WSU Tech or BCC Early College Academy

Construction and Design Pathway Reference Guide (Spanish version)

The focus of this pathway is to equip students with the foundational knowledge, technical skills, and real-world experiences needed for continued education and future careers in design, production, and technical service industries. Through hands-on learning and industry-aligned instruction, students explore how ideas are developed, built, maintained, and improved across a wide range of professional fields.

This Pathway of Study enables students:

• To obtain necessary skills through high-quality classroom, laboratory, and field instruction
• To earn professional certifications required for employment
• To transition to postsecondary institutions for additional education opportunities

State Approved Pathway Courses

Introduction Level Courses

• Intro to Industrial Arts (8th gr)

Technical Level Courses

• Woodworking Principles^^

• Architectural Design I

• Architectural Design II

• Drafting/CAD I

Application Level Courses

• Furniture Cabinetry & Fabrication*, optional dual credit, prerequisite Woodworking

• Advanced Materials Technology Internship, VCHS Internship Program, Senior Year Only

Also Recommended:

• Algebra II or College Algebra

• Trigonometry

• Business courses depending on area of interest

WSU Tech Jumpstart Academies

These programs are available for juniors and seniors, all are located in Wichita at various WSU Tech campuses. Tuition is free (as of Feb 2021), books/software/materials are the students' responsibility. USD262 will provide transportation, or the students may drive themselves. WSU Tech determines the courses that will be offered in each of the half day blocks. Various certifications/credentials are available within these programs. Acceptance and testing criteria for enrollment is dependent upon each program/course/college and is subject to change at the college's discretion. WSU Tech High School Page

• Architectural Design
• Construction Technology
• Machining & Manufacturing Technology
• Welding Technology

Pathway Credentials:

• OSHA10* (optional dual credit)

• NCCER Core & Carpentry^^

Student Organizations:

• SkillsUSA, Mr LeDuc, Sponsor

Woodworking Principles and Furniture & Cabinetry Fabrications will cost students $50 for the materials used for the projects. Students in these classes are required to pass OSHA10 to remain in the class and advance to second semester.

All college courses are considered dual credit, students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 to apply. Application submission does not guarantee admission into the class/program.

College Partnerships-Public Service Programs

All college courses are considered dual credit, students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 to apply. Application submission does not guarantee admission into the class/program. Testing criteria is dependent upon each program/course/college and is subject to change at the college's discretion. These programs are available for juniors and seniors, all are located in Wichita at various WSU Tech campuses. The Hutchinson CC campus, that we partner with, are located in Newton. Tuition is free (as of Feb 2021), books/software and materials/supplies are the students' responsibility. USD262 will provide transportation, or the students may drive themselves. The colleges determine the courses that will be offered in each of the half day blocks. Various certifications/credentials are available within these programs. Acceptance and testing criteria for enrollment is dependent upon each program/course/college and is subject to change at the college's discretion. WSU Tech High School Page and HCC/Newton CTE Page

Fire Science, HCC at Newton: Frequently combined with EMT. EMT is much more rigorous than Fire Science when these are paired together.

Criminal Justice, WSU Tech

EMT, WSU Tech

Vet Tech, WSU Tech

Engineering Pathway Reference Guide (Spanish version)

The focus of this pathway is to equip students with the foundational knowledge, technical skills, and real-world experiences needed for continued education and future careers in design, production, and technical service industries. Through hands-on learning and industry-aligned instruction, students explore how ideas are developed, built, maintained, and improved across a wide range of professional fields.

This Pathway of Study enables students:

• To obtain necessary skills through high-quality classroom, laboratory, and field instruction
• To earn professional certifications required for employment
• To transition to postsecondary institutions for additional education opportunities

State Approved Pathway Courses

Introduction Level Courses

• Intro to Engineering Design (Level I)

• Chemistry I

Technical Level Courses

• Principles of Engineering (Level 2)

• Drafting/CAD I

• Robotics

Application Level Courses

• Engineering Design & Development (Level 3)

• Engineering Internship, VCHS Internship Program, Senior Year Only

Also Recommended:

• Precalculus

• Calculus

• Trigonometry

• Chemistry II

• Physics

• Others based on field of interest

WSU Tech Jumpstart Academies

These programs are available for juniors and seniors, all are located in Wichita at various WSU Tech campuses. Tuition is free (as of Feb 2021), books/software/materials are the students' responsibility. USD262 will provide transportation, or the students may drive themselves. WSU Tech determines the courses that will be offered in each of the half day blocks. Various certifications/credentials are available within these programs. Acceptance and testing criteria for enrollment is dependent upon each program/course/college and is subject to change at the college's discretion. WSU Tech High School Page

• Alt. Fuel Maintenance & Advanced Electronics
• Climate & Energy Control (HVAC)
• Electrical Technology
• Engineering Design
• Machining & Manufacturing Technology

Pratt Community College Block Program

This program is unique in that there are only four spots for HS students, with priority given to USD259 Wichita Public Schools. Additionally, it requires that students dedicate four semesters (half days each semester), starting with the junior year. USD262 will provide transportation, or the students may drive themselves. Acceptance and testing criteria for enrollment is subject to change at the college's discretion

Electrical Power Technology-Lineman/Journeyman
Located in Wichita, connected to East High School

Pathway Credentials:

• OSHA10* (optional dual credit)

Student Organizations:

• SkillsUSA, Mr LeDuc, Sponsor

• Robotics Club, Ms. Card, Sponsor

All college courses are considered dual credit, students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 to apply. Application submission does not guarantee admission into the class/program.

Pathway Credentials: *ServSafe Food Handlers

Career & Technical Student Organizations:

• FCCLA, Ms. Burns and Ms. Eddy-Ortiz, Sponsor

Restaurant & Event Management Pathway Reference Guide (Spanish version)

The Hospitality, Events, & Tourism Career Cluster explores careers in food, lodging, travel, and events. Students learn how to create great experiences, provide excellent customer service, and manage events smoothly.

State Approved Pathway Courses

Introduction Level

• Family & Consumer Sciences, .5 cr, middle school class

• Career & Life Planning, .5 cr (recommended 8-9th gr)

• Business Essentials, .5 cr (recommended 9-10th gr)

Technical Level

• Nutrition & Wellness .5 cr

• *Culinary Essentials, .5 cr

• *Culinary Arts IA, 5 cr (prerequisite Culinary Essentials)

• *Culinary Arts IB, 5 cr (prerequisite Culinary Arts IA)

• Entrepreneurship.5 cr

• Marketing, .5 cr, optional dual credit

Application Level-Senior Year Only

• Community Connections Internship, VCHS Internship Program

Pathway Credentials: *ServSafe Food Handlers

Career & Technical Student Organizations:

• FCCLA, Ms. Burns and Ms. Eddy-Ortiz, Sponsor