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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction 1

Objectives of Career and Technical Education 2

Career Navigation 3

Computer Applications 4

Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources 6

Architecture and Construction 10

Business 18

Hospitality and Tourism 26

Human Services 30

Information Technology 34

Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security 40

Transportation, Distribution and Logistics 44

INTRODUCTION

How to get started….First and foremost, have lots of conversations. Along with the SJA Course Bulletin, take a look at the programs on the following pages. Parents, talk to your child about their goals and about what interests them, talk to their guidance counselor, and to classroom teachers. Students, talk to other students tak-ing classes that you’re considering, stop by a classroom during your free block or after school and talk to the teacher. People working in careers of interest to you are another great source to help you make the right decisions.

College AND Career Readiness?Career and Technical Education (CTE) accomplishes both! CTE is very different from the vocational edu-cation of the past. It’s an education that leads both to postsecondary opportunities while maintaining its commitment to excellent career training. No longer is it focused only on training within a narrow career field but develops strong academic skills embedded within a hands-on learning environment. Empha-sis now extends to focus on the whole student including a strong academic component, thinking skills, citizenship, and self-awareness.

Core CoursesRegardless of an individual’s career interests, these courses provide learning outcomes that are neces-sary to all successful people. Although some are required course for graduation, every one is highly recommended for all students, whether or not they are concentrating in career and technical education. Career Navigation Computer Literacy Computer Applications and Technology Critical Skills Capstone Introduction to College Studies

Introduction Courses for EveryoneProblem solving, people skills, dependability and personal responsibility are some of the “skills you can use just about anywhere” that you learn while enjoying exploring a career field.

· Forestry (An Introduction to Agriculture, food and natural resources)· Woodworking (An Introduction to Architecture and Construction)· Design and Fabrication (An Introduction to Architecture and Construction)· Sales and Marketing (An Introduction to Business) · Introduction to Culinary Arts (An Introduction to Hospitality and tourism)· Computer Applications (An Introduction to Information Technology)· Web Design (An Introduction to Information Technology)· Introduction to Auto (An Introduction to Transportation, Distribution and Logistics· Introduction to Human Services An Introduction to Human Services An /Law, Public Safety and Security

Extracurricular OpportunitiesThere are a number of extracurricular opportunities available as well. Speak with the CTE guidance counselor, director, or department office to learn more.

· Career Guidance· Career and Technical Student Organizations (Skills USA/FBLA)· Community Service· Cooperative Education

For More InformationFor more information on any of these opportunities, contact the Career and Technical Education Office at 802-751-2359.

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OBJECTIVES OF CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION

Successful career and technical education studentswho graduate from St. Johnsbury Academy

… can be productive employees in any workplace environment with entry level skills and some programs will provide students with the abilities to obtain a competitive entry level position or higher with industry-specific skills. (EMPLOYMENT)

…will have the skills, knowledge, and attitudes to make wise decisions regarding postsec-ondary education, to gain admission in their chosen field, and be prepared to achieve suc-cess in it should they chose to pursue it. (POST-SECONDARY PREPAREDNESS)

…will possess a passion for lifelong learning supported by a high level of self-confidence and optimism, the strong desire to complete complicated tasks, and an understanding of the importance of an action plan. (ATTITUDES)

.... will be able to develop clear goals and career directions based on extensive self-assess-ment and self-exploration of interests, aptitudes, skills, and values, and based on research about career information and post-secondary opportunities. (SELF-AWARENESS)

…will understand their own unique ways of thinking, practice honed thinking skills, and demonstrate strong habits of mind such as commitment, sensitivity, listening, thinking flex-ibly, being curious, laughing, questioning, and remaining open to possibilities. (THINKING SKILLS AND HABITS OF MIND)

…will recognize and understand self and the impact of self on all the communities to which they belong; the benefits, compromises and responsibilities of membership; and the recog-nition of that responsibility’s dependence upon strong relationships.(COMMUNITY MINDEDNESS)

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Explore the tools needed to help clearly navigate your future. - What are my strengths and challenges? - How do they impact the career and life I want? - Where do I go from here?

Career Navigation

COURSE OVERVIEWThe course engages students in hands-on activities across the sixteen career clusters in order to better understand themselves and how they may intersect with the world of work. Students will learn and apply an effective planning process leading to the research and conceptualization of a viable action plan to reach their goals. Utilizing the Vermont Student Assistance Corporation’s website, students document their learning and their career plans by developing a career portfolio that they may use throughout high school, college, and career.

Career Action PlanningWhere am I Now? >> What do I want to be? >> How do I get there? >> What can I do now?

One block, one semester, one credit, no prerequisite

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Gain a solid foundation in all the Career Clusters with these life-long career and Post-Secondary Readiness core technology skills - Computer Literacy - Computer Applications - Microsoft Office User Specialist Certification

Potential CareersUser Support Specialist, Software Applications Specialist, Database Administrator

ComputerApplications &

Technology

COURSE OVERVIEWIn this introductory course to the Information Technology career cluster, students expand their exposure to the use of the computer in daily life. Software applications include advanced word processing techniques using Word, spreadsheet applications with Excel, creation and demonstration of PowerPoint presentations. Supporting these outcomes will be learning effective techniques in electronic research using academic library and internet resources. This course is a pathway to other IT Career Cluster such as Web Design, A+ Certification and Network + Certification. The Microsoft Office User Specialist certification is encouraged as an exit point for students in this class.

One block, one semester, one credit, no prerequisite

Skills you can build upon: advanced word processing, data management, spreadsheet management, presentation creation and demonstration.

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The production, processing, marketing, distribution, financing, and development of agricultural commodities

and resources including food, fiber, wood products, natural resources, horticulture, and other plant and

animal products/resources.

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Forest Resources & Land Management

Skills you can build upon: safety consciousness, equipment maintenance, professional conduct, work ethic, leadership, teamwork

Students in this course learn about the relationships between soil, water, plant, and animal life, with particular emphasis

placed on forested landscapes.

Lesson Topics: ecology, natural history, tree identification, forestmensura-tion, soil analysis, wildlife management, silviculture, timber felling, limbing and bucking, winching, saw milling, equipment maintenance, arboriculture, climbing, rigging, and pruning

Technical Skills: A host of skills necessary for data collection and analysis,tree marking, prescription implementation, and value-added processingincluding use of clinometer, increment borer,Biltmore stick, log rule, chainsaw, axe, bow saw, crosscut saw, diameter tape, and portable sawmill.

Forester

Logger

Saw Mill Operator

Environmental Scientist

Fish and Game Warden

Farmer

Maple Syrup Producer

Natural ResourceConservationist

Firewood Processor

Christmas Tree Grower

Horticulturist

Arborist

Landscaper

Park Naturalist

POTENTIAL CAREERS

Plant the seed for a healthy future

Soil, Water, Wildlife, Plant Life, and HumansWe are all in this together

What you can expect

We spend nearly half of our time outdoors exploring local forests and learning a variety of skills applicable to log-gers, foresters, natural resource managers, and environmental scientists.

Projects and Activities- Building portable skidder bridges- Maintaining community trails- Operating Sawmills- Visiting with local professionals- Climbing and rigging

The designing, planning, managing, building, and maintaining the built environment.

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Drafting

Skills you can build upon: leadership skills, communication skills, team working and team building skills, community service awareness, good citizenry.

Architecture and construction at the Academy includes both Design, Fabrication and Production and Drafting programs. Design, Fabrication and Production encompasses those three broad areas. Students in Design Fabrication and Production learn fundamental drafting techniques (scalingdrawings, three view drawings, plan making) in the Academy Drafting Lab. They discover the material characteristics of wood and steel and design projects they then create in the woodworking and welding labs, creating a unique exploratory opportunity in different fields.

WHERE ARE THEY NOW?- 86% of recent graduating students continued their education.- Over 80% continued in a related area of study- At least 50% of those who did not go on to school, went directly into the workforce in a related field.

Architects

Surveyors

Civil Engineer

Landscape Architect

Mechanical Drafter

GeothermalTechnician

Solar ThermalInstallers &

Technicians

Interior Designers

Solar PhotovoltaicInstaller

POTENTIAL CAREERS

Drafting at St. Johnsbury Academy allows students to explore interests in wide ranging fields within discipline of drawing. Knowing how to create three view drawings, isometrics, how to create scale drawings and blueprints, is valuable knowledge regardless of career path. Artistic ability, good drawing ability is not required and will be acquired through the study of basic principles needed for proper drawing. Students can enter the program with any level of ability and will be allowed to grow and excel further at their own place.

POST-SECONDARY INSTITUTIONS- Wentworth Institute of Technology- US Naval Academy- University of Northwestern Ohio- University of Vermont- University of Massachusetts @ Amherst- WPI- Penn State- Otis College of Art & Design- Santa Barbara City College- RIT- Syracuse University- West Virginia University- University of New Hampshire- VTC- UNC Charlotte

Professional AffiliationsBlack River DesignAreva Federated Services

Advantages for Post-Secondary EducationADDA CertificationVermont Technical College (3 credits)

ConstructionTechnology

Skills you can build upon: leadership skills, communication skills, team working and team building skills, community service awareness, good citizenry

Courses & SkillsThroughout all coursesStudents participate in various phases of construction projects, including site layout, excavation supervision, concrete forming and placement, framing, roofing, interior and exterior, trim and finish, and installation ofplumbing, heating, electrical and mechanical systems. Special emphasis is placed on materials and cost estimation, blueprint reading, job scheduling, sub-trades coordination, and project management.

Building Trades I- Industry standard safety practices- Site and building layout & measurement- Error recognition & correction- Machine processesBuilding Trades II- Blueprint reading & quantities estimation- Cost estimation- Sub-trades coordination- Building physics investigationIntroduction to Woodworking- The nature & behavior of wood as a building material- Machine process training- Basic joineryAdvanced Woodworking- Furniture design & working drawing production- Advanced machine processes- Advanced joinery- Wood finishing

Zach Drow - STJ Academy ‘01 & Justin Noble - Concord ‘02

ArchitecturalEngineer

Civil Engineer

Structural Engineer

Testing andBalancing

Construction Manager

Specification Writer

Estimator

Job Supervisor

Site Supervisor

Job Foreman

Lead Carpenter

Carpenter

POTENTIAL CAREERS

WHERE ARE THEY NOW?Commercial Contractors- Control Technologies- EHV Weidmann- Larrabee’s Building Supply- Balancing Specialists of Vt.- Dale Wells, Construction Manager- Calkins Environmental

Light Commercial / Residential ContractorsGarand and GarandRoss Page Concrete ConstructionRon Fenoff ExcavationPersons ConstructionLaferriere ConstructionEmmons and Young ConstructionMichaud-Foley, GeneralContractorsDan Smith, BuilderJason Payeur, BuilderNutbrown & Sons

Professional AffiliationsAssociated General ContractorsSkills USA

POST-SECONDARY INSTITUTIONS- VT Technical College- Norwich University

Cross-Curricular TiesElectricityEngineeringDraftingWoodworking

“There is something profoundly grati-fying about ending each day at work with the day’s labor readily visible, to watch a building rise from the earth.”

- Unknown

Electricity

Skills you can build upon: leadership skills, communication skills, team working and team building skills, community service awareness, good citizenry

Daniel Greaves ’09 | Skills USA Gold Medal WInner Residential Wiring - June 2009

Courses & SkillsThroughout all coursesSeries & parallel circuits, combination circuits, switching circuits, use of meters.Use of various power tools.Transferable skills to other craft areas in the construction & engineering fields.

Introduction to Electricity- Understanding of electrical principles such as Ohm’s Law- Knowledge of- D.C. & A.C. circuitry Residential Services Appliance circuits Blue-print reading- Experience designing, wiring, and analyzing each circuitElectricity I & Electricity II- Advanced knowledge and experience of A.C. and D.C. circuits- Knowledge of motors, motor controls, conduit bending, and advanced blue-print reading- General employability skills through on-the-job training- Broadening knowledge base into fire alarm systems, telecommunications, computer aided drafting and control systems- Exploration of green technologies such as photovoltaic cells and wind power

Engineering

Electrician

Fire Alarm Technician

HVAC Control

Elevator Installer

TelecommunicationSpecialist

Electrical Power lineInstallers

Security SystemInstallers

Electrical Draftsman

Electrical Inspectors

MaintenanceElectrician

Lighting Designer

POTENTIAL CAREERS

WHERE ARE THEY NOW?General Electric EmployersBenoit, Royal, Lamberton, Omega, Knight, Roberts and many others.

Utility EmployersCentral Vermont Public Service, Lyndonville Electric Department, Littleton Electric Coop, Green Mountain Power.

POST-SECONDARY INSTITUTIONS- Norwich University, Rensselaer- Polytech, Vermont Technical College, Wentworth, Southern Maine Tech,- Community College of New Hampshire,- University of Vermont and Lyndon State College.

Professional AffiliationsNational Fire Protection AssociationAssociation of General ContractorsInternational Association of ElectricalInspectorsSkills USA

PROGRAM OVERVIEWDo you like to see the results of your efforts at the end of the day? Do you enjoy working with your hands and brain? How about working side by side with friends to achieve a common goal? Then come explore the fascinating world of Electricity. In this competency based course you will have the opportunity to explore all facets of this and more. Whether you plan on making this a career, advancing your personal knowledge or just tryingsomething different stop by Streeter 232 and talk about the various options. Maybe we can BRIGHTEN your future.

Advantages for Post-Secondary EducationCommunity College of NH - Laconia -transcripts 6 credits after testingVT or NH State Apprenticeship Program -Potential to test out of 3 years of instruction and 2000 or more hours of field work

Cross-Curricular TiesElectricityEngineeringDraftingWoodworking

The planning, organizing, directing and evaluating business functions essential to efficient and productive business operations. Business Management and Administration career opportunities are

available in every sector of the economy.

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Business

INTRODUCTORY COURSES- Computer Literacy- Computer Applications- Career Navigation- Web Design

SUPPLEMENTAL COURSES- Public Speaking- Economics- Psychology & Sociology- Statistics- Intro to Programming- Computer Science- Digital Graphics & Design- A+ Computer Certification - N+Certification

SALES & MARKETINGAn integral introduction to both programs

Explore the exciting and fast paced world of sales & marketing, learn the workings of theconsumer & industrial market and gain skills in stress management, oral & writtencommunication, conflict resolution, and business management.

FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA (FBLA)

The St. Johnsbury Academy FBLA Chapter chartered June 26, 1979,has received an award at the state competitive level and every year, Academy students havewon the right to represent the state of Vermont at the national conference.

BUSINESS FOR “HIGHER” AND THE “HIRE” EDUCATION

THIS CLUSTER CONTAINS TWO DISTINCT PROGRAMS

- Business, Management & Administration- Business Finance

All courses are one block, one semester, one credit

GOALS THROUGHOUT ALL COURSES- Develop competent, aggressive business leadership- Strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work- Create more interest in and understanding of American business enterprise- Encourage members in the development of individual projects which contribute to the improvement of home, business and community- Develop character, prepare for useful citizenship, and foster patriotism- Encourage scholarship and promote loyalty- Assist students in the establishment of occupational goals- Facilitate the transition from school to work

Business:Management &Administration

Skills you can build upon: practice ef!cient money management, establish occupational goals, gain an understanding of and ability to transition from school to work, develop con!dence in one’s self and work

COURSES AND SKILLSProgram Specific CoursesBusiness formation & managementCollect, organize & use data in different decision making processesDevelop a product or service for the market placeCreate & implement a viable marketing strategyWrite an authentic business plan

Corporate structureCreate “virtual” employees at corporate viewConduct virtual business utilizing the internet and intranetExercise project based learningPerform team & individual work

Supplemental coursesAccounting IAccounting II

All courses one block, one semester, one credit

Advertising &Promotion

Manager

Wind EnergyOperations

Manager

ExecutiveSecretary

Medical

Secretary

Budget Analyst

Energy Auditor

Accountant

Compensation& Benefits

Manager

HumanRecourses

Manager

BiofuelsProduction

Manager

PublicRelationsManager

GeothermalProduction

Manager

POTENTIAL CAREERS

WHERE ARE THEY NOW?Emerson CollegeState University of New YorkRoger Williams UniversityBryant UniversityBentley CollegeSt. Michael’s CollegeUniversity of VermontNortheastern UniversityAmerican UniversityBrandeis University

Industry Recognized CredentialsOver 600 Industry certifications through Brainbench such as Taxation, SalesConcepts, Presentation Skills, Office Management, Retail Management, MarketingStrategy, Managing People, Interpersonal Communication, Financial Accounting,E-Commerce, Business Ethics, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable

Articulation AgreementsCommunity College of Vermont & Vermont Technical College offer 3 credits foreach course - Accounting I, Accounting II, Corporate Structure, Business Formation & Management - for a total of 12 credits.

PROGRAM OVERVIEWAre you cooperative? Do you have a concern for others? Are you adaptable? Do you have initiative? Do you have self control? Are youenterprising? Are you dependable? Then business management & administration may be the career path for you. Career opportunities are available to you in every sector of the economy….opportunities are limitless.

Business:Finance

Skills you can build upon: practice ef!cient money management, establish occupational goals, gain an understanding of and ability to transition from school to work, develop con!dence in one’s self and work

COURSESAccounting IService business organized as a proprietorshipCharacter countsFinancial literacyCareers in accounting

Accounting IIMerchandising business organized as a corporationCompetitive event preparationBusiness structuresAnalysis

Supplemental coursesCorporate structureBusiness formation & management

All courses one block, one semester, one credit

Bill & AccountCollector

Loan O!cer

FinancialAnalyst

InvestmentUnderwriter

PersonalFinancial

Advisor

InsuranceUnderwriter

Securities &Commodities

Trader

Teller

FraudExaminer,

Investigator,& Analyst

Energy Broker

RiskManagement

Specialist

InsuranceAdjuster,

Examiner,Investigator

POTENTIAL CAREERS

WHERE ARE THEY NOW?Boston CollegeEndicott CollegeUniversity of New HampshireState University of New YorkJohnson & Wales UniversityMount Ida CollegeNortheastern UniversityUniversity of ChicagoSt. Johns UniversitySyracuse University

Industry Recognized CredentialsOver 600 Industry certifications through Brainbench such as Taxation, SalesConcepts, Presentation Skills, Office Management, Retail Management, MarketingStrategy, Managing People, Interpersonal Communication, Financial Accounting,E-Commerce, Business Ethics, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable

Articulation AgreementsCommunity College of Vermont & Vermont Technical College offer 3 credits foreach course - Accounting I, Accounting II, Corporate Structure, Business Formation & Management - for a total of 12 credits.

PROGRAM OVERVIEWDo you have integrity? Are you persistent? Are you dependable? Do you like paying attention to detail? Are you an analytical thinker? Do you like money? Then finance may be the career path for you. Careers in all aspects of banking, insurance, financial planning, investments, etc are just some of the opportunities available to you. Bean asset to your community.

The management, marketing, and operations of restaurants and other food services, lodging, attractions, recreation events

and travel related services.

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CulinaryArts

Skills you can build upon: leadership skills, communication skills, team working and team building skills, community service awareness, good citizenry.

PROGRAM OVERVIEWEven in these challenging economic times, food service and hospitality are rapidly growing industries. The Culinary Arts program at St. Johnsbury Academy is uniquely prepared to set our students on the right path to success in these challenging and satisfying fields. Culinary Arts offers a comprehensive course of study in four distinct settings:- South Church Kitchen provides the students a production setting for baking, catering and community events.- Streeter Kitchen is a fully equipped professional bakeshop where students produce an incredible range of products from cookies and breads to wedding cakes.- The Hilltopper Restaurant is a full service restaurant where the students design the menu, prepare and serve lunch three days a week. Students are exposed to a wide range of ingredients and techniques through multiple menu changes during the school year.- Off site catering and special events enable the students to get out and about, working with different ingredients in unique settings on campus and around the Northeast Kingdom.

The Culinary Arts faculty brings a tremendous amount of experience in professional kitchensas well as educational institutions. They are dedicated to providing the technical knowledgeand the inspiration necessary for our Culinary Arts students to thrive in any professional oreducational setting after graduation.

Chef

Baker

BusinessOwner

Inn Keeper

Caterer

ProfessionalWait Sta"

Educator

EventPlanner

Wholesale

Purchaser

Food & BeverageDirector

POTENTIAL CAREERS

WHERE ARE THEY NOW?Post-Secondary EducationJohnson & Wales, The CIA, NECI, The Balsalms Grand Resort, The Mt. Washington Hotel, LSC (business program), Texas A&M (food science masters program).Hospitality & Tourism EmploymentWalt Disney World (Florida), Mandarin Hotel (Boston), Willy’s Restaurant (East Burke), Elements (St. Johnsbury), River Oaks Country Club (Texas)Education Institution EmploymentSt. Johnsbury AcademyJohnson & Wales University

Available Certifications- ServeSafe Food Safety Certification- ACF Certificate of Completion for a Certified Secondary Culinary Arts Program- VT State Course Completer Certification

Post-Secondary Affiliations- Johnson & Wales University articulation of college credits and advanced placement- The Culinary Institute of America articulation of college credits- The New England Culinary Institute articulation of college credits and advanced placement.

Course OfferingsIntroduction to Culinary ArtsA taste of the professional kitchen including - Baking & cooking methods - In-house catering - Kitchen safety & sanitation - Sweet & savory foodsCulinary 1 - Introduction to food & beverage service - Commercial baking & pastry - Restaurant preparation & set up - CateringCulinary 2 - Professional food & beverage service - Restaurant management & ownership - Menu planning & sales - Advanced culinary techniques

Preparing individuals for employment in career pathways that relate to families and human needs.

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Human Services

Skills you can build upon: observation and recording, oral and written communication, application of theory to practice, interpersonal skills, program development and implementation

COURSES AND SKILLSIntroduction to Early Childhood Education- Overview of early childhood education- Examine issues related to the education of children including learning, behavior, and motivation; curriculum models and materials; observation techniques; and instructional issues- Students will develop and implement their own curriculumCommunication in the Early Childhood Education and Afterschool Workplace- Develop effective communication and relationship-building skills for use in the early childhood education and afterschool workplace through practical activities and exercises- Focus on communication skills with parents, colleagues, supervisors, and children and youth from infant to teens- Emphasis placed on active listening, observation, self-reflective responses, and the use of clear language in interpersonal and small group situationsThis course is recommended for all students who plan to work with families and/or childrenFostering Creative Learning for Children- Explore creativity in children’s lives and learning environment of children- Explore and integrate creative process in the learning situation- Introduce students to the concepts of creativity, materials selection, setting up and modification of classrooms- Various approaches to teaching children as they pertain to children’s age, development, and the arts- Develop a thematic curriculum, design and implement an intergenerational project in a local schoolInfant and Toddler Development- Explore processes of human development from conception through 36 months of age- Physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth of infants and toddlers- Developmental theories and research, assessment tools, inclusion, and design of curriculum for infants and toddlers- Students will observe and record an infant or toddler throughout the semester

Ashley Gochee ‘11

Child Care Worker

Sociologist

Psychologist

Medical & publichealth social worker

Personal & HomeCare Aide

Teacher

Guidance Counselor

Disability Specialist

Mental Health

Advocate

Human servicesWorker

Clergy

Play, Recreation, Art,Music, Therapist

POTENTIAL CAREERS

WHERE ARE THEY NOW?- Current human services graduates are now teachers at Lyndon Town School, St. Johnsbury School, Good Shepherd School, Waterford School and throughout the country.- They are also social workers at Umbrella, Family and Childrens’ Services, Northeast Kingdom Human Services and other social and mental health services.- You may be cared for by our graduates while at Physical Therapy Associates, NVRH or CALEX.

Available Certifications- CPR- First Aid- Shaken Baby Training- Mandated Reported Training- Hand Washing- Blood born Pathogen Training

Advantages for Post-SecondaryEducationQualified students may receive 12college credits (3 for each course)

Schools AttendedCommunity College of Vermont, University of Vermont, Springfield College, Bard College, Johnson State College, Lyndon State College,Vermont Technical College, Lesley College, New Hampshire Technical College, Castleton College

PROGRAM OVERVIEW- If you enjoy working with children and their families, want to make a difference in a child’s life, are curious about what makes each individual unique, wonder about the effect of society and environment on behavior, enjoy helping or providing services to others, then human services pathway may chart your course towards a rewarding future career.

- Perhaps you see yourself working as a childcare provider, pre-school teacher, a child life specialist, a special needs teacher, a social worker, a home visitor, art or recreational therapist, physical therapist, nurse, doctor, or a paramedic. These are just a few of the careers our graduates have pursued.

Designing, developing, supporting and managing of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration services.

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ComputerApplications

Graphic OrganizersSmart Draw®

Graphic UsageAdobe® Creative Suite

Microsoft® ExcelSpreadsheetsDatabasesCharts“What-ifs”InvoicesFormsIntegrate with Word,Powerpoint

Word Processingwith Microsoft® WordReports/papersTablesWordArtPostersGraphicsSmartArt

Microsoft® PowerpointpresentationsAnimationsVideo clipsImagesAudio clipsInternet links

Desktop publishing withMicrosoft® Publisher, WordBrochuresMenusBannersResumesFlyersNewslettersForms

One block, one semester, one credit, no prerequisites

Start your IT engine with these key skills

Animator

Web Architect/Designer

Information Technology Engineer

E-Business Specialist

Data Systems Designer

Game Developer

Media Specialist

Software Applications Specialist

Systems Administrator

POTENTIAL CAREERS

Skills you can build upon: self awareness, passion for lifelong learning, value of community, “Habits of Mind,” critical thinking, post-secondary success, career readiness

WebpageDesign

One block, one semester, one credit

THIS COURSE IS COMPLEMENTARY TO THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND ART AND COMMUNICATIONS CAREER CLUSTERS

Media Specialist

Page Developer

Site Developer

Web Master

Web Developer

Social Network Specialist

Adobe Creative Suiteis the industry standard

in professionalgraphic design

IllustratorPhotoshop

DreamweaverAcrobat

FlashInDesign

POTENTIAL CAREERS

Skills you can build upon: self awareness, passion for lifelong learning, value of community, “Habits of Mind,” critical thinking, post-secondary success, career readiness

COURSE OVERVIEWIn this introductory course to the Art andCommunications cluster, students will becomefamiliar with overall website production process, design using Adobe Dreamweaver, and design elements involving layouts, navigation, and interactivity. Acquired web design competencies will include basic web principles, file formats, site management skills, site and banner advertising, as well as other marketing techniques. Working with basic HTML code, vector and bitmap graphics are further skill objectives. This class prepares students for the web design apprentice (CWDSA) certification.

SELECTED CLASS TOPICS- HTML code- Navigation – rollover, radio list, image map- Marquees/banners- Color, consistency, clarity- Customer service- Adobe Dreamweaver- Links – relative, absolute- Graphics elements – image, animation- Tables/forms- Background

A+Certification

PC Support Specialist

User Support Specialist

Information Technology Engineer

Information Systems Operator

Operation Analyst

Security Analyst

PC Systems Coordinator

Call Center Support

Product SupportEngineer

Business ContinuityAnalyst

MaintenanceTechnician

POTENTIAL CAREERS

COURSE OVERVIEWThis class provides personal computer maintenance and repair training toward A+ hardware and OS Certification. The curriculum is designed by Hewlitt Packard and delivered online by Cisco Certified Network Acad-emy (CCNA). Specific topics address the system board, CPU and memory architecture, introduction to network concepts, Windows XP, Vista and 2000 oper-ating systems, hard drive technology, and printer us-age. The recommended culminating event is the industry recognized CompTIA A+ Certification exam. There is a fee associated with this test.

PROGRAM SUCCESSESA+ Certifications gained—15State champions Skills USA—2National Competitors—2

POST-SECONDARY INSTITUTIONS- MIT- Carnegie–Mellon- Rochester Institute of Technology- Champlain College

Give your IT career a boot here

SELECT COURSE TOPICS Motherboards, Pentium 4, Itanium, Dimm, DDR3, ROM, BIOS, L2 CACHE, SATA, PATA, RAID, USB, SCSI, Win XP, Win 7, 2000, Linux, Vista,Laser, Ink Jet, Impact Printers, Scanners, Viruses, DoS, Firewalls, Routers, Hubs, Habits of Mind, Post-Secondary Success, Self Awareness

N+Certification

One block, one semester, one credit, no prerequisite

Network Design and Administration

Network Technician

Operation Analyst

Security Analyst

Technical Support Specialist

Information System Operator

Information Technology Engineer

Network Pre-sales Engineer

Data Communications Analyst

Systems Manager

POTENTIAL CAREERS

COURSE OVERVIEWStudents will gain the knowledge and skills necessary for installation, configuration, and administrative tasks required in a network environment using a curriculum designed by Hewlett Packard and delivered online by Cisco Certified Network Academy (CCNA). Specific topics include network media, switches, routers, OSI modeling, network operating systems, TCP/IP proto-cols and utilities, wireless concepts, installation and administration. The recommended culminating event for this class is the industry recognized CompTIA N+ certification exam. There is an exam fee associated with the course.

PROGRAM SUCCESSESN+ Certifications gained—9State champions Skills USA—2National Competitors—2

POST-SECONDARY INSTITUTIONS- MIT- Carnegie–Mellon- Rochester Institute of Technology- Champlain College

SELECTED COURSE TOPICS/OUTCOMESPeer-to-Peer, Client-Server Networks, Fiber Optic, CAT 5, Wireless Technology, Routers, Switches, Hubs, Level 3, Self Awareness, Post-Secondary Preparation,

Thinking Skills, Habits of Mind

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYHIGH DEMAND, HIGH SKILLS, HIGH WAGE

Planning, managing, and providing legal, public safety, protective services and homeland security, including professional and

technical support services.

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Law, Public Safety, Corrections &Security

Skills you can build upon: Adaptability/Flexibility, integrity, initiative, concern for others, cooperation

COURSES AND SKILLSThroughout all courses- Understanding of skills needed to provide support of individuals and families in crisis- Human Development- Career skills assessment- Exploration of geriatrics, health issues and emergency services

Public Safety & Social Services is a two block course offered to juniorsand seniors as either a one or two semester sequence. These may betaken in tandem through one year or as two one semester courses. Youwill earn 2 credits per semester in this engaging and informative journey.

Brooke Chamberlain ’09

Sammy Houske ’09& Mike Wright ’94

Andrew Ruggles ’09

Fire Fighter

Nurse

EMT

Probation & Parole

O!cer

Border Patrol O!cer

CIA Agent

FBI Agent

Lawyer

Police O!cer &

Sheri"

Judge & Magistrate

Corrections O!cer

POTENTIAL CAREERS

WHERE ARE THEY NOW?- St. Johnsbury Fire Department- Assistant Director of Calex- St. Johnsbury Police Department- Military Service

Professional Affiliations- Youth Health Service Corps- Skills USA

POST-SECONDARY INSTITUTIONS- University of Vermont- Community College of Vermont- Vermont Technical College- Lesley College

Certifications and Specialized Training- Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation- First Aid- Shaken Baby Training- Mandated Reporter Training

PROGRAM OVERVIEWAre you a person who likes to resolve conflicts? Would you like to improve your communication skills? Are you ready to earn lifelong knowledge and certifications? This course in Public Safety & Social Services offers you all this and more. Subjects studied include crisis intervention, communication, social issues, conflict resolution, career & skills assessment, human development, criminal justice, geriatrics, health issues, emergency services, CPR & first aid. Internships are self selected and include fire and rescueservices, police department.

Planning, management, and movement of people, materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail and water and related professional

and technical support services such as transportation infrastructure planning and management, logistics services, mobile equipment

and facility maintenance.

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MobileEquipment Repair

Skills you can build upon: Paying attention to detail, being dependable, functioning as a team player, practicing persistance, thinking analytically, working independently.

WHERE ARE THEY NOW?Automotive Dealerships and Mechanical Repair Shops: Northern Auto Repair, B&W Mechanical Services, St. J Auto, Gilmour Ford, St. J Subaru, Wes Ward Auto Repair, Kevin’s Automotive, Town of Lyndonville and West Burke, Northern Gas Transport

Career & Technical Education Instructors: St. Johnsbury Academy Career and Technical Education Center Collision and Auto Body Repair Facilities: 5 Star Auto Body, Northeast Collision Repair, Rutunda Auto Body, Gingue’s Auto Body, South Main Auto Repair and manyothers.

Welding/Fabrication Facilities: Hillside Welding, NSAAutomotive Parts Suppliers: Bond Auto Parts, SanelAuto Parts, NAPA Auto Parts and others.

POST-SECONDARY INSTITUTIONS:Vermont Technical College, Universal Technical Institute, Baran Institute of Technology, Ohio Technical College, Wyoming Technical Institute, New Hampshire Technical Institute, University of North Western Ohio, Marine Mechanics Institute, Central Maine CommunityCollege, Nashville Technical Institute.

CROSS CURRICULAR TIES- Construction- Engineering- Robotics- Graphic Design- Electricity

Students may also earn the following credentials / certificates- Coordinating Committe for Automotive Repairs- SP-2

ARTICULATED CREDITSCentral Main Community CollegeAfter successful completion of two years in Automotive Maintenance & Repair withminimum of C average- 1 credit for Introduction to Automotive- 2 credits for Brakes 1- 2 credits for Suspension/ Alignment- 3 credits for Electrical Systems

AutomotiveTechnician

Mobile EquipmentRepair Technician

Diesel Technician

Heavy EquipmentMechanic

State InspectionTechnicians

NASCARTechnician &Fabricator

Snow Machine andATV Mechanic andSales Person

UPS, USPS, FEDexDriver and Worker

Small EngineMechanic

POTENTIAL CAREERS FIND OUT WHAT MOVES YOU...

Hands on shop experience is just one of many components in this fully equipped auto repair facility! You’ll experience what it takes to be a well rounded auto repair technician. From scheduling appointments to ordering parts and managing stock items you will learn about many areas of the automotive industry as well as transferable skills. Working on automotive systems such as brakes, steering, exhaust, computer and others will provide you with the knowledge of technology necessary to take the next step in either a career in transportation or continuing your education in a post-secondary program specializing in an area of your interest.

COURSES AND SKILLS:Introduction to Mobile Equipment Repair- Study history of the automobile- Budget, buy and insure a car- Perform basic repair procedures and routine maintenance- Work around and drive powered vehicles safely- Use tools & equipment associated with the repairs/ maintenance

Auto Repair IIntroduction to:- braking systems- steering & suspension systems- exhaust & emissions- onboard diagnostics- basic mobile equipment repair

Auto Repair II- advanced automotive & mobile equipment systems repair- industry related coop opportunities- introduction to fleet maintenance- Inventory & cost control

AUTOMOTIVE MAINTENANCE & REPAIR

Collision RepairTechnician

Aircraft Painter

Insurance ClaimAdjuster

CTE Instructor

Salvage YardTechnician

Dealership PartsDistributor

Paint CompanySalesRepresentative

Body & Frame

Technician

Painter

POTENTIAL CAREERS

AND LOOKS GOOD TOO...Collision repair technicians are skilled, knowledgeable people who know how to use specialized equipment and highly technical methods to restore severely damaged vehicles. An auto body technician must possess manyskill sets. He or she must have basic skills in the following eight areas:

COURSES AND SKILLS:Collision Repair and Refinishing I- Repair and modify the body, upholstery, glass and all the visual aspects of automobiles, trucks, and ATVs.- Weld plastics and metal.- Use and operate equipment for pulling and straightening of metal damaged in an accident.- Select, mix, and apply various finishes with spray equipment.

Collision Repair and Refinishing II- Continue refining and mastering skills learned the first year- Work in small teams to restore an antique car or repair an accident damaged vehicle- Straighten and repair both uni-body and full frame structures and welded-on panels- Prepare & spray a variety of paints- Learn customizing and airbrushing techniques

AUTOBODY COLLISION REPAIR & REFINISHING

Welding

Skills you can build upon: Life skills, leadership, communication, team building, good citizenry

COURSES AND SKILLSBasic Welding- Safety in the workplace and basic use of oxyfuel equipment.- Oxyfuel welding and cutting, (carbon and low alloy steel).- Plasma arc cutting, (hand and machine; carbon and low alloy steel).- GMAW & SMAW arc welding , (carbon and low alloy steel; flat position).

Advanced Welding- Plasma Arc Cutting, (hand and machine; various material carbon and low alloy steel).- GMAW & SMAW arc welding (various materials; vertical & horizontal position)- Arc Welding GTAW (carbon and low alloy steel; flat)

Structural Engineer

Aircraft Engineer

Tool & Die Maker

Millwright

Robotics Technician

Metal Fabricator

Molding & CastWorker

Pattern Maker

Precious Metal

Worker

Tool Grinder

Welder / Pipefitter

Boilermaker

MechanicalEngineer

POTENTIAL CAREERS

WHERE ARE THEY NOW?Manufacturing - Lydall, EHV, NSATool & Die Makers - Jenne BrothersWelding/Fabrication - Hillside Welding, Wallbridge

Professional Affiliations- AWS- Skills USA

Cross-Curricular Ties- Electricity- Mobile Equipment Repair- Precision Machining- Metal Fabrication- STEM

POST-SECONDARY INSTITUTIONS- Vermont Technical College- EWI- Ohio Technical College- New Hampshire Technical College- University of Northwestern Ohio- Maine Mechanics Institute

Transferable Skills- Active Listening- Equipment Selection- Time Management- Critical Thinking- Reading Comprehension- Equipment Maintenance- Verbal Communication

PROGRAM OVERVIEWDo you like working with your hands, building something from start to finish, making decisions that truly affect the outcome and then standing back and enjoying what you have done? Then welding maybe a career for you.Both advanced welding and basic welding students will work through projects from start to finish, specifying, ordering, cutting, bending and welding steel to form a customer driven project. Heat up your career, put a welding torch in your hand.

St. Johnsbury Academy Department of Career and Technical Education

1000 Main St.

St. Johnsbury, VT 05819

(802)-751-2359

www.stjohnsburyacademy.org