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A PLAN FOR YOUR FUTURE

PREPARING FOR: 2018-2019

Connections

N O N - D I S C R I M I N A T I O N S T A T E M E N T

IT IS THE POLICY OF MCALLEN I.S.D. NOT TO DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF SEX, HANDICAP, RACE COLOR, OR NATIONAL ORIGIN IN ITS EDUCATION OR CAREER TECHNICAL PROGRAM ACTIVITIES OR EMPLOYMENT AS REQUIRED BY TITLE IX, SECTION 504 AND TITLE VI. THE DISTRICT WILL TAKE STEPS TO INSURE THAT LACK OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILLS WILL NOT BE A BARRIER TO ADMISSION OR PARTICIPATION IN ANY EDUCATIONAL OR CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM.

N O T I C E O N C T E C O U R S E O F F E R I N G S

NOTE: Courses offered are subject to change due to student enrollment, facilities and staff availability.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Career Clusters & State Endorsements ............................................4

Career Clusters & State Endorsements ............................................5

Licenses & Certif icates for 2018-2019 .............................................6

College & Career Readiness Skil ls ..................................................7

RGV LEAD & Clubs & Organizations .............................................8

Clubs & Organizations .................................................................. 9

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources .........................................10

Arts, A/V Technology & Communications .......................................14

Business, Management & Administration .......................................16

Finance ......................................................................................18

Hospitality & Tourism ...................................................................20

Information Technology ................................................................22

Manufacturing .............................................................................24

Marketing, Sales & Service ..........................................................26

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics .........................................28

Education & Training ...................................................................30

Health Science ...........................................................................32

Human Services ..........................................................................34

Law, Public Safety, & Security ......................................................36

Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics ..........................38

Student Enrollment Process .........................................................40

MCALLEN INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICTCAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION • CAREER CONNECTIONS BOOKLET

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C A R E E R C L U S T E R S Texas has based the 14 career clusters below on those developed by the U.S. Department of Education. Career clusters are endorsed by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

• Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources• Arts, A/V Technology & Communications• Business, Management & Administration• Finance• Hospitality & Tourism• Information Technology• Manufacturing• Marketing, Sales, & Service• Transportation, Distribution & Logistics• Health Science• Education & Training

• Human Services• Law, Public Safety, & Security• Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

V I S I O N The McAllen ISD is a multicultural community in which students are enthusiastically and actively engaged in the learning process. Students demonstrate academic excellence in a safe, nurturing and challenging environment enhanced by technology and the contributions of the total community.M I S S I O N The mission of the McAllen ISD District is to educate all students to become lifelong learners and productive citizens in a global society througha program of educational excellence utilizing technology and actively involving parents and the community.

M C A L L E N I S D G O A L S

1. Student Achievement/Student Focus2. People Development3. Facility Priorities4. Financial Priorities

1. Collaborates with an advisory industry council that

provides continuous support to McAllen ISD's

Career Technical Education Program.

2. Fosters a college and career ready culture from

pre-kindergarten to post-secondary.

3. Expands Career Technical Education Programs of Study

that align to 21st century targeted occupations.

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Having a deep knowledge of your-self and understanding of your

beliefs, values, emotions,fears, joys, strengths,

weaknenesses,ambitions

and how theyaffect others.

Ability to buildpositive relationshipsand trust with others bycommunication andinteractions, andable tomobilize themfor collectivegood.

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The desire or willingnessof someone to dosomething. Passionatelyloving work andachievements fortheir own sake.

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SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH

(STEM)CTE Career Cluster

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BUSINESS & INDUSTRY

CTE Career Cluster Option:

PUBLIC SERVICES

CTE Career Cluster Option:

HOUSE BILL 5 GRADUATION ENDORSEMENTS

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LICENSE/CERTIFICATE CTE COURSE

PROFESSIONAL LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES FOR 2018-2019

CORE CONNECTIONSTARR

Comp TIA A+ Networks Certification Computer Networking

Adobe Dreamweaver Practicum GDI

Adobe Photoshop Graphic Design & Illustration

Adobe Flash Animation

American Welding Society Welding I & Welding II or Collision Repair & Collision Paint and Refinishing

ELA/ALGEBRA I

ELA/ALGEBRA IELA/ALGEBRA I

ELA/ALGEBRA IELA/ALGEBRA I

Precision Video Production Audio Video Production II

ELA/ALGEBRA I

ELA/ALGEBRA I

Precision Commercial Photography, Advanced Commercial Photography IIASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Automotive Technology I &

Automotive Technology IIAutodesk Inventor Engineering Design & Presentation

ELA/ALGEBRA I

ELA/ALGEBRA I

Cosmetology Operator Cosmetology II

TNLA Nursery Landscape Certificate Greenhouse Operation & Production

ELA

Animal Science & Medical Applications Certificate Advanced Animal ScienceELA

Medical Billing & Coding Practicum in Medical Coding ELA/ALGEBRA/BIOLOGY

Microsoft Office Specialist Business Information Managment I&II (PowerPoint & Outlook Specialist, Word & Excel Expert) Practicum in Business Managment I&II ELA/ALGEBRA

ELA/ALGEBRA Microsoft Office Specialist Digital Media(Access)

NAED (911) Dispatcher Law Enforcement II Security Officer Level II

ELA/U.S. HISTORY

Pharmacy Technician and Sterile Processing Practicum in Health Science Pharmacy ELA/ALGEBRA I/BIOLOGY

QuickBooks Accounting I ELA/ALGEBRA I

ProStart A© National Certificate Practicum in Culinary Arts ELA

Principles of Livestock Selection Livestock Production& Evaluation Certificate

National Health Career Association Health Science Theory/ClinicalEKG & Phlebotomy

ELA/BIOLOGY I

ELA/ALGEBRA I/BIOLOGY

Precision Digital Photography, Basic Commercial Photography I

Comp TIA N+ Practicum of Cybersecurity

ELA/ALGEBRA I

SOLIDWORKS Academic Practicum of STEMELA/ALGEBRA I

Texas Substitute Certificate Instructional Practices

ELA

Adobe InDesign Digital Media

Plant Science Certificate Advanced Plant & Soil

ELA

ELA

ELA/ALGEBRA I

Southwest Professional Commnication Certificate Principles of Human Services

BIOLOGY

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N O T E : The above hourly wages are based on the state of Texas “Workforce Commission Labor Market and Career Information Department, 2012-

2022”, and may vary by city and an individual’s work experience. The obtainment of the district’s available certif icates and licenses can be used to gain

employment while continuing a student’s educational journey through an institute of higher education.

Comp TIA A+ & N+ Networks Certification

Adobe Dreamweaver,Flash, Photoshop,InDesign

American Welding Society

Precision Video Production

ASE (Automotive Service Excellence)

Autodesk Inventor or SOLIDWORKS

Animal Science & Veterinary Medical Applications Certif icates

Cosmetology State Operator

TNLANursery Landscape Certificate

& Plant Science Certificate

Livestock Selection & Evaluation Certificate

Certificate Medical Billing & Coding

Microsoft Office(PowerPoint & Outlook Specialist, Word & Excel Expert)

NAED 911 Dispatcher & Security Level II

Pharmacy Technician

QuickBooks

ProStart A@

Texas Substitute Certificate

NHCA EKG & Phlebotomy

Computer Support Specialist $12.06-$22.57

Digital Imaging Technicians, WebDisigner, Graphic Designer, Animators $13.96-$25.86

Welders, Cutters, Solders, Brazers$9.79-$14.00

Film & Video Editors$11.79-$26.33

Entry-Level Automotive Service Technicians & Mechanics

$8.80-$12.29Entry-Level

Engineering Tech$14.61-$30.05

Agriculture Science Technicians$8.34-$19.93

Hair & Nail Technician$12.88-$20.37

Florist, Greenhouse Manager$8.50-$10.06

Agriculture Science Technicians

$8.34-$14.93Medical Biller$11.22-$24.48AdministrativeSupport Staff

$10.16-$17.86

Dispatchers $8.88-$15.12

Pharmacy Technician$10.05-$12.35

Bookkeepers, Auditing Clerks$11.62-$21.05

First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation & Serving Workers

$8.34-$14.93

Substitute Teacher$21.35-$25.00Phlebotomist

$14.23-$14.51

Information Technologyor Applied Technology

Information Technologyor Applied Technology

Manufacturing Technology

Applied Technology orArts & Communications

Automotive Technology

Engineering

Agriculture Science

Cosmetology

Agriculture Science

Agriculture Science

Hospital AdministrationBusiness

Administration

Law Enforcement

Pharmacy

Accounting Culinary

Instructional Practices

Applied Health Science

LICENSE / CERTIFICATE: POST SECONDARY OCCUPATIONS PROGRAM HOURLY WAGES

EMPOWERING YOUR FUTURE WITH COLLEGE & CAREER READINESS SKILLS

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RGV LEAD RGV LEAD is a recognition program organized by the RGV LEAD Board in collaboration with the Texas Business and Education Coalit ion to encourage students to enroll in and complete RGV LEAD programs.

For more information, please contact your campus Career Technical Education Counselors or refer to the curriculum bulletin at www.mcallenisd.org.

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONSStudents at the high school level may become active members in any of the following clubs/organizations:Business Professionals of America (BPA) www.texasbpa.comBusiness Professionals of America (BPA) is an organization which is conducted at the regional, state, and national levels. BPA prepares students to work efficiently in a variety of business situations and develop professional business skil ls. The mission of BPA is to contribute to the preparation of world-class workforce through the advancement of leadership, cit izenship, academic, and technological skil ls.Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) www.texasdeca.orgAll marketing students wil l have the opportunity to be part of the national and local DECA club chapter. Students wil l be able to compete in different marketing events and have the opportunity to represent our district, and state at area, state and international competit ions.

inspires young people to be science and technology leaders, by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering and technology skil ls, that inspire innovation, and foster well-rounded life capabil it ies including self-confidence, communication, and leadership. FIRST®-RGV combines the excitement of sport with the rigors of science and technology.

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Future Farmers of America ( FFA) www.texasffa.org

FFA is a dynamic youth organizat ion within agricultural education that changes l ives and prepares students for premier leadership, personal growth and career success. FFA provides students with the opportunity to participate in a wide range of agricultural education activit ies leading to over 300 career opportunities in the food, f iber, environmental and natural science, bio-renewable systems, and animal science. FFA is a co-curricular organization where students have the opportunity to participate at the district, regional and national level.

Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)www.texashosa.orgHOSA is a co-curricular organization that provides students with the opportunity to compete at the regional, state and national levels in the health science related field. Students are exposed to medical seminars given by local medical personnel, take tours of local medical treatment centers and are given the opportunities to tour local as well as other campuses of higher learning. HOSA provides students with the opportunity to participate in a wide range of health science related fields in the areas of pharmacy, nursing, medical technology, anatomy and physiology and physical therapy.

Sk i l l sUSA www.skillsusa.orgSkil lsUSA improves the quality of America’s skil led workforce through a structured program of cit izenship, leadership, employabil ity, technical and professional skil ls training. Skil lsUSA enhances the l ives and careers of students, instructors and industry representatives as they strive to be champions at work.

Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America ( FCCLA) www.texasfccla.orgFCCLA promotes personal growth and leadership development through family and consumer sciences education. FCCLA focuses on the multiple roles of family members and develops l ife skil ls through character development, creative and crit ical thinking, interpersonal communication, practical knowledge and career preparation.

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10 Top - Paying Careers

AGRICULTURE, FOOD& NATURAL RESOURCES

QUIZIs Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources the right cluster for you? Take this quiz to find out. Answer “yes” or “no” to the following questions.

1. Do you like working outdoors?

2. Are you good with animals?

3. Are you organized?

4. Do you like working with your hands?

5. Are you interested in environmental issues?

6. Do you like working with tools and machinery?

7. Do you enjoy gardening?

8. Do you like hunting and fishing?

9. Are you interested in biological sciences?

10. Do you like camping?

If you answered “yes” to five or more of the above questions, agriculture may be the right cluster for you. To get a more specific and scientific idea of your attitudes and abilities, ask your CTE counselor or teacher about taking a career assessment test or interest inventory.

Occupation AverageWage

Entry-Level Wage

ExperiencedWage

Chief Executives in Agriculture, Forestry,Fishing and Hunting

$77.86 $41.61 $97.17

Computer and Information Systems Managers

$45.15 $41.64 $66.03

Geological and Petroleum Engineers $39.10 $33.01 $67.76

Teachers, Postsecondary $38.47 $19.28 $48.07

Veterinarians $30.21 $26.21 $56.21First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers

$26.06 $22.71 $36.61

Human Resources, Training, and LaborRelations Specialists

$25.67 $22.13 $36.18

E n v i r o n m e n t a l Engineering Technician $21.73 $19.28 $42.19

Gas Plant Operator $21.01 $17.87 $28.95Conservation Scientists $20.64 $18.57 $30.99This is a chart of hourly wages for 10 of the top-paying careers in the Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources cluster in Texas. Note how entry-level wages are often much lower than pay for the average worker and experienced workers in each profession. Source: Texas Workforce Commission.

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BUSINESS & INDUSTRYENDORSEMENT

9th

10th

11th

12th

Principles of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

Principles of Information Technology STC mploya ility Skills Certi cate

Agriculture Mechanics

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Greenhouse Operation & ProductionTN A Nursery andscape Certi cate

Advanced Plant and Soil Science Credit

C lant Science Certi cate

Advanced Animal Science Science Credit

ICEV Fundamentals of Animal Science & ICEV Veterinary Medical Applications

Certi cate

OR

Program of Study in Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

Livestock Production ICEV Principal of Livestock Selection &

Evaluation Certi cate

AND

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ARTS, A/V TECHNOLOGY &COMMUNICATIONS

QUIZIs Arts, A/V Technology & Communications the right cluster for you? Take this quiz to find out. Answer “yes” or “no” to the following questions.

1. Do you have an active imagination?

2. Do you like to visit art museums?

3. Do you like to read short stories and novels more than how-to-books?

4. Is it important for you to express your feelings?

5. Do you play a musical instrument?

6. Do you like to draw?

7. Have you ever acted in a school play?

8. Are you independent and creative?

9. Do you know how to set up sound equipment?

10. Do you like decorating your room?

If you answered “yes” to five or more of the above questions, Arts, A/V Technology & Communications may be the right cluster for you. To get a more specific and scientific measurement of your attitudes and abilities, ask your CTE counselor or teacher about taking a career assessment test or interest inventory.


Entry-Level Wage

ExperiencedWage

Art Director $38.59 $21.65 $47.06

Broadcast News Analyst $37.44 $12.15* $80.00*

Producers and Directors $32.54 $12.09* $55.61*

Film and Video Editors $31.63 $12.06 $41.41

Media/Communications Equipment Workers $29.45 $10.72* $37.63*

Technical Writers $28.24 $18.63 $33.05

Public Relations Specialist $27.37 $15.33 $33.39

Commercial and Industrial Designers $26.19 $15.67 $31.45

Writers and Authors $26.14 $14.93 $31.74

Multimedia Artists and Animators $25.36 $22.86* $37.63*

This is a chart of hourly wages for 10 of the top-paying careers in the Arts, A/V Technology & Communications cluster in Texas. Note how entry-level wages are often much lower than pay for the average worker and experienced workers in each profession. Source: Texas Workforce Commission. * Where entry level salary and experienced salary were not available, salary levels for employees in the lowest 10% and the highest 10% pay range in the field respectively have been substituted. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics

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10th

11th

12th

Graphic Design & Illustration I Photoshop Certi cate

Principles of Information Technology

Audio Video Production I

Audio Video Production II Precision Video Production

Certi cate


Animation I

Flash Certi cate


Animation IFlash Certi cate

Commercial Photography I

Precision Digital Photography

Basic Certi cate

Graphic Design & Illustration II

Practicum in AudioVideo Production

Extended Practicum

Video Production (Co-op)

Practicum in GraphicDesign & Illustration

Dreamweaver Certi cate

Commercial Photography II & Lab

Precision Digital PhotographyAdvanced Certi cate

Practicum in Commercial Photography (Co-op)

Program of Studyin Broadcasting

Program of Study in Photography

Program of Study inMultimedia Specialist

AND AND AND

OR OR

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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT& ADMINISTRATION

QUIZIs Business Management & Administration the right cluster for you? Take the Quiz to find out. Answer “yes” or “no” to the following questions.

1. Do you like math?

2. Are you good at organizing clubs or parties?

3. Can you persuade people to accept your point of view?

4. Do you like selling things?

5. Are you good at paying attention to details?

6. Do you play chess, other board games, or computer games?

7. If you play sports, are you a team leader?

8. Do you like to be in charge of group projects?

9. Do you like working and earning your own money?

10. Do you read business magazines or keep track of the stock market?

If you answered “yes” to five or more of the above questions, Business Management Administration may be the right cluster for you. To get a more specific and scientific measurement of your attitudes and abilities, ask your CTE counselor or teacher about taking a career assessment test or interest inventory.


Entry-Level Wage

ExperiencedWage

Chief Executive $79.81 $7.00 NA

Engineering $63.29 $39.65 NA

Marketing $58.90 $28.27 NA

Computer and Information Systems Manager

$57.36 $34.40 NA

Natural Science $56.72 $33.39 NA

Sales Manager $49.80 $24.47 NA

Financial Manager $53.95 $26.47 NA

Human Resources Manager $51.37 $30.11 NA

General Operations Manager $51.86 $21.15 NA

Industrial Production Manager $51.33 $28.10 NA

This is a chart of hourly wages for 10 of the top-paying careers in the Business Management & Administration cluster in Texas. Note how entry-level wages are often much lower than pay for the average worker and experienced workers in each profession. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics. A nota-tion of NA signifies information not available.

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9th

10th

11th

12th

Business Information Management I Principles of Information Technology M S Certi cate Employability Skills Certi cate

Business Management

utlook Certi cate

Business Law Entrepreneurship

BusinessInformation

Management IIM S Certi cate

Practicum in Business Management II (Co-op) M S Certi cate

OR OR

Principles of Business, Marketing, & Finance

Program of Study in Business, Management & Administration

OR

GlobalBusiness

OR

AND

ORPracticumBusiness

Managment I (Co-op)M S Certi cate

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FINANCE

QUIZIs Finance the right cluster for you? Take this quiz to find out. Answer “yes” or “no” to the following questions.

1. Are you good at math?

2. Do you have a bank account?

3. Do you pay attention to detail?

4. Are you organized?

5. Do you enjoy working with computers?

6. Are you responsible for the results of your

efforts?

7.Do you like to follow well-defined instructions?

8. Do you like to solve puzzles and other

games?

9. Are you reliable?

10. Do you read the finance section of the

newspaper?

If you answered “yes” to five or more of the above questions, Finance may be the right cluster for you. To get a more specific and scientific measurement of your attitudes and abilities, ask your CTE counselor or teacher about taking a career assessment test or interest inventory.


Entry-Level Wage

ExperiencedWage

Financial Manager $53.59 $30.44 $65.70

Medical Records Technicians $18.66 $11.37 $22.31

Actuaries $49.87 $26.90 $61.36

Personal Financial Advisor $44.58 $18.42 $57.66

Financial Services: Securities $38.41 $14.16 $50.53

Financial Analyst $37.42 $22.48 $44.89

Market Research Analyst $32.93 $17.39 $40.69

Budget Analyst $31.68 $21.58 $36.73

Credit Analyst $31.19 $17.05 $38.25

Accountants and Auditors $30.73 $18.60 $36.79This is a chart of hourly wages for 10 of the top-paying careers in the Finance cluster in Texas. Note how entry-level wages are often much lower than pay for the average worker and experienced workers in each profession. Source: Texas Workforce Commission.

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Principles of Information TechnologySTC Employability Skills Certi cate

Accounting I uickBooks Certi cate

Program of Study in Finance

Practicum in

BusinessMedical CodingMedical Billing &

Coding Certi cate

OR

Practicum in Business

Management II(Co-op)

M S Certi cate

OROR

Business Information

Management IIM S Certi cate

Business Management

Outlook Certi cate

OR Practicum in Business ManagementMOS Certi cate

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HOSPITALITY & TOURISM

QUIZIs Hospitality & Tourism the right cluster for you? Take this quiz to find out. Answer “yes” or “no” to the following questions.

1. Do you enjoy working with people?

2. Are you comfortable talking in front of groups of people?

3. Do you work well as part of a team?

4. Would you be interested in living in a foreign country?

5. Can you juggle several tasks at the same time?

6. Do you consider yourself a “high- energy” person?

7. Are you able to work long hours, weekends, or evenings?

8. Can you handle intense deadline pressure?

9. Do you value diversity?

10. Can you put the needs of the customer before your own needs?

If you answered “yes” to five or more of the above questions, Hospitality & Tourism may be the right cluster for you. To get a more specific and scientific measurement of your attitudes and abilities, ask your CTE counselor or teacher about taking a career assessment test or interest inventory.


Entry-Level Wage

ExperiencedWage

Athlete and Sports Competitor $52.50 $7.02 $80.00

Lodging Manager $27.54 $15.31 $44.65

Food Service Manager $25.87 $15.96 $37.57

Curator $21.51 $12.34 $36.47

Archivist $23.52 $13.09 $37.65

Meeting and Convention Planner $21.64 $12.48 $34.62

Set and Exhibit Designer $20.96 $11.73 $32.01

Self-Enrichment Teacher $19.09 $8.90 $31.01

Coach and Scout $18.16 $10.53 $29.08

Chef and Head Cook $17.94 $10.33 $28.15This is a chart of hourly wages for 10 of the top-paying careers in the Hospital & Tourism cluster in Texas. Note how entry-level wages are often much lower than pay for the average worker and experienced workers in each profession. Source: Texas Workforce Commission.

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10th

11th

12th

Principles of Human Services


STC Employability Skills Certi cate

Practicum in Culinary ArtsPro Start National Certi cate

Culinary Arts Food ScienceScience Credit

Program of Study in Culinary Arts

AND

Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness

AND

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

QUIZIs Information Technology the right cluster for you? Take this quiz to find out. Answer “yes” or “no” to the following questions.

1. Do you like to tinker with electrical equipment?

2. Do you enjoy video games?

3. Do you like to play chess?

4. Are you good at math?

5. Do you pay attention to details?

6. Do you like following a blueprint to build things?

7. Do you prefer gathering all the facts before making a decision?

8. Do you like solving puzzles and brainteasers?

9. Do you like working with computers?

10. Do you like to keep your things in order and organized?

If you answered “yes” to five or more of the above questions, Information Technology may be the right cluster for you. To get a more specific and scientific measurement of your attitudes and abilities, ask your CTE counselor or teacher about taking a career assessment test or interest inventory.


Entry-Level Wage

ExperiencedWage

Computer and Information Systems Manager $57.36 $37.77 $67.16

Computer and Information Scientist, Research $45.93 $25.20 $56.30

Computer Hardware Engineer $46.91 $31.79 $54.47

Computer Software Engineer, Systems Software

$43.50 $29.97 $50.27

Sales Representative, Wholesale andManufacturing, Technical $18.64 $35.46 $43.87

Computer Software Engineer, Applications $42.98 $30.41 $49.26

Electronics Engineers $41.98 $28.21 $48.85

Computer Systems Analyst $36.41 $22.05 $43.60

Network Systems and Data Communications Analyst

$34.26 $20.61 $41.08

This is a chart of hourly wages for 10 of the top-paying careers in the Information Technology cluster in Texas. Note how entry-level wages are often much lower than pay for the average worker and experienced workers in each profession. Source: Texas Workforce Commission.

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10th

11th

12th

Business Information Management I

MOS Certi cate


STC Employability Skills Certi cate

Business Information Management IIMOS Certi cate

Digital Media InDesign & MOS Certi cate

Computer NetworkingPC Pro Certi cate& A Certi cate

Program of Study in Computer Applications Program of Study in Cybersecurity

Practicum in CybersecurityNetwork Pro Certi cate

& N Certi cate

OR

OR

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MANUFACTURING

Is Manufacturing the right cluster for you? Take this quiz to find out. Answer “yes” or “no” to the following questions.

1. Do you like working with your hands?

2. Do you like to take things apart and see how they work?

3. Do you like reading computer and technical magazines?

4. Do you get good grades in English, Math, and Science?

5. Are you good in putting things together by following instructions?

6. Do you like courses in school that involve hands-on projects?

7. Have you held leadership positions in sports, school or service organizations?

8. Do you like group projects and working with others to reach a common goal?

9. Are you interested in using scientific principles to solve problems?

10. Do you know how to use tools?

If you answered “yes” to five or more of the above questions, manufacturing may be the right cluster for you. To get a more specific and scientific idea of your attitudes and abilities, ask your CTE counselor or teacher about taking a career assessment test or interest inventory.

QUIZ


Entry-Level Wage

ExperiencedWage

Engineering Managers $63.26 $42.64 $73.57

Purchasing Managers $46.26 $30.01 $59.12

Sales Engineers $42.41 $27.82 $53.94

Electrical Engineers $42.81 $29.35 $52.23

Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical $32.51 $18.64 $43.87

Chemists $29.65 $18.29 $39.06

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technician $26.22 $17.43 $30.65

Industrial Engineers $24.99 $17.44 $31.11

Mechanical Engineers $24.22 $16.83 $29.04

Environmental Scientists $27.26 $16.10 $43.60This is a chart of hourly wages for 10 of the top-paying careers in the manufacturing cluster in Texas. Note how entry-level wages are often much lower than pay for the average worker and experienced workers in each profession. Source: Texas Workforce Commission.

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10th

11th

12th


Welding II AWS Welding Certi cate

Principles of Applied Engineering

Welding I AWS Welding Certi cate

Program of Study in Welding Production

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MARKETING,SALES & SERVICE

QUIZIs Marketing, Sales & Services the right cluster for you? Take this quiz to find out. Answer “yes” or “no” to the following questions.

1. Do you like to look at ads in magazines and on TV and the Internet?

2. Have you ever had a dream of starting a business or a band?

3. Are you outgoing and a “people person”?

4. Do you enjoy trying to persuade friends to see things your way?

5. Do you like speaking in front of a group?

6. Have you raised money for a club by selling cookies or candy bars?

7. Do you get good grades in math classes?

8. Do you enjoy doing research?

9. Do you like organizing events such as parties?

10. Have you worked on your high school newspaper or yearbook?

If you answered “yes” to five or more of the above questions, Marketing, Sales & Services may be the right cluster for you. To get a more specific and scientific measurement of your attitudes and abilities, ask your CTE counselor or teacher about taking a career assessment test or interest inventory.


Entry-Level Wage

ExperiencedWage

Marketing Manager $58.90 $32.87 $71.92

Sales Manager $55.03 $28.42 $68.34

Public Relations Manager $49.43 $27.17 $60.57

Purchasing Manager $49.41 $30.01 $59.12

Sales Engineer $45.24 $27.82 $53.94

Advertising and Promotions Manager $38.92 $20.57 $48.07

Sales Rep, Wholesale and Manuf. $35.46 $18.64 $43.87

Market Research Analyst $32.93 $17.39 $40.69

Public Relations Specialist $27.37 $15.33 $33.29

Appraiser and Assessor $25.33 $14.28 $30.86This is a chart of hourly wages for 10 of the top-paying careers in the Marketing cluster in Texas. Note how entry-level wages are often much lower than pay for the average worker and experienced workers in each profession. Source: Texas Workforce Commission.

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12th


Principles of Information Technology STC Employability Skills Certi cate

Entrepreneurship

( Co-op)Practicum in Marketing II

Program of Study in Marketing

Business ManagementOutlook Certi cate

OR

OR ORBusiness ManagementOutlook Certi cate

Practicum in Marketing I (Co-op)

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TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS

Is Transportation, Distribution & Logistics the right cluster for you? Take this quiz to find out. Answer “yes” or “no” to the following questions.

1. Do you like to travel?

2. Do you enjoy solving word problems or brain teasers?

3. Do you organize events at school or church?

4. Are you good at operating tools and machinery?

5. Do you pay attention to details?

6. Do you think it would be cool to drive trucks or fly planes for a living?

7. Have you ever worked part-time delivering newspapers?

8. Do you do well in English, Math, and Science classes?

9. When on a trip, are you the one who reads the maps?

10. Do you have a perfectly clean driving record?If you answered “yes” to five or more of the above questions, Transportation, Distribution & Logistics may be the right cluster for you. To get a more specific and scientific idea of your attitudes and abilities, ask your CTE counselor or teacher about taking a career assessment test or interest inventory.

QUIZ


Entry-Level Wage

ExperiencedWage

Airline Pilot, Co-pilot, and Flight Engineer $65.51 $26.25 $80.00+

Marketing Manager $58.90 $32.87 $71.92

Sales Manager $55.03 $28.43 $68.34

Air Traffic Controllers $54.71 $26.74 $67.89Captain, Mate, and Pilot of Water Vessels $41.10 $23.79 $49.76

Civil Engineers $40.41 $24.54 $48.34Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers

$40.00 $24.13 $47.34

Industrial Engineers $38.69 $26.53 $44.77Health and Safety Engineers, except MiningEngineers and Inspectors

$38.55 $24.68 $45.48

Operations Research Analyst $34.83 $21.28 $41.61

This is a chart of hourly wages for 10 of the top-paying careers in the Transportation, Distribution & Logistics cluster in Texas. Note how entry-level wages are often much lower than pay for the average worker and experienced workers in each profession. Source: Texas Workforce Commission.*Where entry level salary and experienced salary were now available, salary levels for employees in the lowest 10% and the highest 10% pay range in the field respectively have been substituted. Data from O*NET Online.

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Automotive Technology IIASE Certi cate

Collision Paint & Re nishingAmerican Welding Society Welding

Certi cate


Automotive Technology IASE Certi cate

Collision Repair American Welding Society Welding

Certi cate

Program of Study in Automotive Maintenance

Program of Studyin Collision Services

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EDUCATION &TRAINING

QUIZIs Education & Training the right cluster for you? Take this quiz to find out. Answer “yes” or “no” to the following questions.

1. Do you enjoy school?

2. Do you have a favorite subject that you want to make your career?

3. Are you a good public speaker?

4. Do you like to help people with their problems?

5. Do you enjoy playing team sports?

6. Are you involved in school or community groups?

7. Are you good at playing with and engaging young children?

8. Are you optimistic, caring, and confident?

9. Do you help friends with school work or studying?

10. Do you consider yourself a role model for other people?

If you answered “yes” to five or more of the above questions, Education & Training may be the right cluster for you. To get a more specific and scientific measurement of your attitudes and abilities, ask your CTE counselor or teacher about taking a career assessment test or interest inventory.

The average K-12 Teacher salary in Texas is $42,658 according to the Texas Work Force Commission


Entry-Level Wage

ExperiencedWage

Law Teacher, Postsecondary $53.18 $10.46 $85.33

Health Specialties Teacher, Postsecondary $48.82 $19.64 $85.33

Biological Science Teacher, Postsecondary $46.46 $21.23 $85.33

Training and Development Manager $45.48 $25.74 $71.07

Engineering Teacher, Postsecondary $43.95 $21.84 $85.33

Education Administratior, Postsecondary $43.90 $23.18 $85.33

Environmental Science Teacher, Postsecondary $41.69 $20.51 $62.82

Economics Teacher, Postsecondary $39.43 $17.18 $75.80

Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences, Postsecondary

$39.18 $19.90 $73.15

Business Teacher, Postsecondary $37.33 $12.46 $85.18

This is a chart of hourly wages for 10 of the top-paying careers in the Education & Training cluster in Texas. All hourly wages here are calculations based on annual rates. Low- and high-level wages are provided, as current wage information on entry- and experienced-level wages were not available. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics via careeronestop.online.

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PUBLIC SERVICESENDORSEMENT

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10th

11th

12th

Principles of Human ServicesSouthwest Professional Communication Certi cate

Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness

Human Growth & Development

Instructional PracticesTexas Substitute Certi cate

Program of Study in Education & Training

ANDPrinciples of Information TechnologySTC Employability Skills Certi cate

Counseling and Mental HealthOR

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HEALTH SCIENCE

QUIZIs Health Science the right cluster for you? Take this quiz to find out. Answer “yes” or “no” to the following questions.

1. Do you like working with people?

2. Are you interested in science?

3. Have you ever cared for a sick pet?

4. When you are working, do you pay close attention to detail?

5. Do you work well in a team?

6. Have you ever done volunteer work to help others?

7. Are you good at solving problems?

8. Do you enjoy laboratory work in chemistry or biology?

9. Do you enjoy games like chess that involve strategy?

10. When you tackle a problem, do you stick with it until you find the answer?If you answered “yes” to five or more of the above questions, Health Science may be the right cluster for you. To get a more specific and scientific measurement of your attitudes and abilities, ask your CTE counselor or teacher about taking a career assessment test or interest inventory.


Entry-Level Wage

ExperiencedWage

Physician $111.49 $55.30 $224.36

Dentist $73.82 $36.28 $92.60

Chiropractors $36.20 $17.03 $45.78

Medical and Health Services Manager $32.24 $23.60 $45.56

Sales Engineers $45.24 $27.82 $53.94

Pharmacists $52.23 $42.68 $57.09

Medical Scientist $25.97 $16.61 $30.65

Physical Therapist $37.56 $26.25 $43.52

Dental Hygenists $32.02 $23.87 $36.10

Nurse $29.70 $22.04 $33.53This is a chart of hourly wages for 10 of the top-paying careers in the Health Science cluster in Texas. Note how entry-level wages are often much lower than pay for the average worker and experienced workers in each profession. Source: Texas Workforce Commission.

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Principles of Health Science

Principles of Information Technology and Medical TerminologySTC Employability Skills Certi cate

Medical TerminologyHealth Science Theory

& ClinicalE & Phlebotomy Certi cates

Practicum in Health Science Pharmacy,

Pharmacy Tech & Sterile Processing Certi cates

Practicum in Business & Medical Coding

Medical Billing & Coding Certi cate

AND/OR

Program of Study in Health Science

AND/OR

Anatomy & PhysiologyScience Credit

Medical TerminologyAND

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HUMAN SERVICES

QUIZIs Human Services the right cluster for you? Take this quiz to find out. Answer “yes” or “no” to the following questions.

1. Are you friendly?

2. Do you like to work in groups?

3. Have you ever volunteered for service work in your community?

4. Do you like helping other people learn new skills?

5. Are you good at organizing activities?

6. Do you have good communication skills?

7. Do you find it easy to sympathize with others?

8. Are you able to work out disagreements among your friends?

9. Are you reliable?

10. Do you like doing things for others?

If you answered “yes” to five or more of the above questions, Human Services may be the right cluster for you. To get a more specific and scientific measurement of your attitudes and abilities, ask your CTE counselor or teacher about taking a career assessment test or interest inventory.


Entry-Level Wage

ExperiencedWage

Sales Manager $49.80 $28.42 $68.34

Financial Manager $49.52 $30.44 $65.70

Education Administrator/Postsecondary $41.17 $24.93 $60.45

Personal Financial Advisor $33.88 $18.42 $57.66

Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologist $25.89 $18.43 $31.92

Dietitian/Nutritionist $24.43 $16.60 $35.36

Sales Representative, Wholesale and Manufacturing, except Technical Products

$21.02 $12.02 $23.54

Medical and Public Health Social Worker $21.66 $14.72 $25.62

Clergy $18.38 $11.56 $22.84

Marriage and Family Therapist $17.74 $12.26 $20.48

This is a chart of hourly wages for 10 of the top-paying careers in the Human Services cluster in Texas. Note how entry-level wages are often much lower than pay for the average worker and experienced workers in each profession. Source: Texas Workforce Commission.

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10th

11th

12th

Business Information

Management IMOS Certi cate

Entrepreneurship

Principles of InformationTechnology

STC Certi cate

Human Growth and Development

Lifetime Nutrition & Wellness

Intro to Cosmetology/Cosmetology I

Color Design/Cosmetology IICosmetology Operator License

Counseling and Mental Health

AND

Principles of Human ServicesSouthwest Professional Communication Certi cate

Program of Studyin Human Services

Program of Studyin Cosmetology


STC Certi cate

AND

OR

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LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY& SECURITY

QUIZIs Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security the right cluster for you? Take this quiz for find out. Answer “yes” or “no” to the following questions.

1. Do you do well in your English courses?

2. Do you have a clean police record?

3. Do you enjoy meeting and interacting with strangers?

4. Do you keep your cool in stressful or dangerous situations?

5. Do you watch TV shows such as CSI and Law and Order?

6. Do you believe that public service is rewarding?

7. Are you more comfortable being outdoors than being inside?

8. Do you enjoy using high-tech tools such as computers?

9. Are you good at taking orders, obeying rules, and following instructions?

10. Are you interested in homeland security?

If you answered “yes” to five or more of the above questions, Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security may be the right cluster for you. To get a more specific and scientific measurement of your attitudes and abilities, ask your CTE counselor or teacher about taking a career assessment test or interest inventory.


Entry-Level Wage

ExperiencedWage

Lawyer $59.91 $28.79 $75.46

First-Line Supervisor / Manager of Police $33.75 $22.92 $39.17

Administrative Law Judges $33.51 $11.96 $44.28

Judge, Magistrate Judge, Magistrate $28.17 $8.03 $38.24

Detectives and Criminal Investigators $26.87 $17.95 $31.34

Arbitrators, Mediators and Concillators $25.35 $14.81 $30.62

Fire Inspectors and Investigators $24.23 $16.12 $28.29

Paralegal and Legal Assistant $23.46 $15.61 $27.39

Police and Sheriff Patrol $23.08 $16.05 $26.60

$22.12 $15.25 $25.56This is a chart of hourly wages for 10 of the top-paying careers in the Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security cluster in Texas. Note how entry-level wages are often much lower than pay for the average worker and experienced workers in each profession. Source: Texas Workforce Commission.

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11th

12th

Principles of Law Enforcement

Business Law

Law Enforcement I

Forensic Science Science Credit

Program of Study in Law & Public Safety

Law Enforcement IINAED 11 Dispatcher Certi cate

Security Of cer Level II

AND


Employability Skills Certi cate

AND

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SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY,ENGINEERING & MATHEMATICS

Is Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics the right cluster for you? Take this quiz to find out. Answer “yes” and “no” to the following questions.

1. Do you like to tinker with cars or small appliances?

2. Are you interested in insects, snakes, frogs, or other animals?

3. Do you like team sports?

4. Do you like working with computers?

5. Do you like visiting museums?

6. Do you get good grades in math?

7. Do you read scientific or technical magazines?

8. Do you enjoy working on crossword puzzles?

9. Are you good at building things from scratch?

10. Does it bother you when people aren’t accurate and precise?

If you answered “yes” to five or more of the above questions, Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics may be the right cluster for you. To get a more specific and scientific idea of your attitudes and abilities, ask your CTE counselor or teacher about taking a career assessment test or interest inventory.

QUIZ


Entry-Level Wage

ExperiencedWage

Petroleum Engineer $60.85 $33.20 $74.67

Geoscientist $59.48 $31.01 $73.72

Natural Sciences Manager $56.72 $36.31 $66.93

Agricultural Engineer $51.10 $27.34 $61.49

Physicists $45.96 $24.46 $56.71

Civil Engineer $40.41 $24.54 $48.34

Biochemist $38.95 $20.82 $48.01

Atmospheric and Space Scientist $32.76 $12.44 $42.92

Materials Scientist $34.84 $19.40 $42.56

Biomedical Engineer $29.15 $18.17 $34.64This is a chart of hourly wages for 10 of the top-paying careers in the Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics cluster in Texas. Note how entry-level wages are often much lower than pay for the average worker and experienced workers in each profession. Source: Texas Workforce Commission.

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STEMENDORSEMENT

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10th

11th

12th

Engineering Design & Presentation

Inventor Certi cate

Engineering Design & Problem Solving in Robotics Science Credit


Research & Design in RoboticsScience Credit

Program of Study in Engineering & STEM Robotics


Employability Skills Certi cate

AND

Practicum in STEM SOLIDWOR S Academic Certi cate

AND/OR

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C A R E E R T E C H N I C A L E D U C AT I O N S T U D E N T E N R O L L M E N T P R O C E S S :

1. Students take an interest survey assessment online during their CTE courses. in both 8th and 10th grade to gain an insight on the student’s career preference and interest. 2. Students will be presented with a video representing CTE available courses. The CTE video can be seen online through the department website at www.mcallenisd.org.3. Students participate in a Pre-Registration Workshop where they plan their CTE pathway. Students sign up for CTE elective courses with CTE counselor. Note: Some courses may have limited spaces, in which case a counselor will interview the student during the application process for the desired CTE course. If the student was not accepted due to availability, a student may be placed on a waiting list.

A P P L I C AT I O N P R O C E S S :

1. CTE applications are available in the counselors’ office as well as on the CTE website.2. Students need to submit application by deadline (TBA)3. Applications will be reviewed by the teacher for the course.4. Students will be granted interviews based on application.5. After interviews, students and alternates are selected. All other students will be placed on a waiting list.6. Students are then notified with a letter of acceptance.

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C T E C O U R S E S R E Q U I R I N G A P P L I C AT I O N :• Health Science Theory and Clinical• Practicum Business Management I&II(Business Co-op)• Practicum Marketing Dynamics I&II(Marketing Co-op)• Audio Video Production I (KMAC) & II (Co-op),Practicum & ExtendedPracticum• Computer Networking • Practicum in Cybersecurity• Intro to Cosmetology I• Instructional Practices• Culinary Arts & Practicum in Culinary Arts• Commercial Photography I & II• Practicum of Commercial Photography (Co-op)• Automotive Technology I & II• Collision Paint & Collision Repair and Refinishing• Practicum in Business & Medical Coding• Welding I and II• Law Enforcement II• Graphic Design & Illustration II & Practicum

• Practicum in STEM

Limited Seating

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P R O C E S S F O R C O U R S E S W I T H L I M I T E D S E AT I N G :

1. Students will select desired course.

2. Students will visit with CTE counselor to get on a sign up list.

3. Students’ selection of courses will be entered by counselor into the course as long as space is available.

4. All others will be placed on a waiting list and notified by the CTE counselor

when slots become available.

• Accounting

• All Agriculture Food & Natural Resources Courses

• Business Management

• Business Information Management II

• Digital Media

• Forensic Science

• Food Science

• Engineering Design & Presentation

• Engineering Design & Problem Solving

• Law I

• Research & Design in Robotics

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S I G N U P W I L L B E I N F R O N T O F C A F E T E R I A D U R I N G L U N C H P E R I O D S W I T H C T E C O U N S E L O R & R E P R E S E N T A T I V E S

Sign Up for Courses with No Limit:

1. Students visit with an academic counselor for course advisement. 2. Students are encouraged to sign up freely for CTE courses that are not listed as part of the limited seating or required application courses. These courses must be aligned to a coherent sequence of courses as well as to the student's endorsement.

Left to Right:

David Lyons, CTE CoordinatorLilia Sandoval Silva, CTE Director

Diana Peña, CTE Coordinator Mirtha Jimenez, McAllen HS CTE Counselor

Linda Babauta, Rowe HS CTE CounselorJeanne Dopp, Memorial HS CTE Counselor

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ESCTE MEMORIES

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NOTES:

DEDICATIONPlease use this booklet as a guide to plan for your future in high school and your career.

Career Connections: A Plan For Your Future, dedicated to Vilma Farias who dedicated her life to help McAllen students plan for their future. Mrs. Farias served as a MISD homemaking teacher 1984-1988 and as a career

and technology education counselor 1988-1996.

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