1. An Overview of VOCATIONAL,TECHNICAL, & CAREER EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES for 2011 Welcome to Brockton High School!

2. VOCATIONAL VS. COMPREHENSIVE HIGH SCHOOL VOCATIONAL FOCUS ON TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT AFTER HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM OF STUDY DOES NOT MEET COLLEGE ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS COMPREHENSIVE (BHS) FOCUS ON ACADEMICS PROGRAM OF STUDY MEETS COLLEGE ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

3. TYPICAL FRESHMAN SCHEDULE FIRST SEMESTER SECOND SEMESTER TERM I A or B TERM 2 A or B TERM 3 A or B TERM 4 A or B F R E S H M A N E N G L I S H M O D E R N W O R L D H I S T O R Y A L GE B R A I (OR) G E O M E T R Y ** E A R T H S C I E N C E GYM VOCATIONAL EXPLORATORY I ELECTIVE OCUPATIONAL RESOURCE CENTER I ELECTIVE

4. SOPHOMORE SCHEDULE FIRST SEMESTER SECOND SEMESTER TERM I A or B TERM 2 A or B TERM 3 A or B TERM 4 A or B S O P H O M O R E E N G L I S H UN I T E D S T A T E S G E O M E T R Y (OR) H I S T O R Y I ALGEBRA II ELECTIVE ********* ELECTIVE ********* OCUPATIONAL RESOURCE CENTER II VOCATIONAL EXPLORATORY II B I O L O G Y FOREIGN LANGUAGE OR ELECTIVES

5. JUNIOR SCHEDULE FIRST SEMESTER SECOND SEMESTER TERM I A or B TERM 2 A or B TERM 3 A or B TERM 4 A or B JUNIOR ENGLISH PRE-CALCULUS OR MATH REVIEW UNITED STATES HISTORY II VOCATIONAL TRACK (AUTO/GRAPHICS/CONSTRUC TION TECHNOLOGY) FOREING LANGUAGE II OR ELECTIVE VOC. TRACK ----------------------------------------- ELECTIVE OR MATH REVIEW CHEMISTRY **

6. VOCATIONAL PROGRAM AUTOMOTIVE CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY GRAPHIC DESIGN

7. Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles. Includes instruction in: brake systems electrical systems engine performance engine repair suspension and steering automatic and manual transmissions and drive trains heating and air condition systems This program prepares students for ASE Certification

8. Automotive Technology (related careers) Farm Equipment Mechanic -- Maintains, repairs, and overhauls farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, and irrigation systems. Farm Equipment Mechanic Furnace Operator -- Operates and tends furnaces, such as gas, oil, coal, electric-arc or electric induction, open-hearth, or oxygen furnaces, to melt and refine metal before casting or to produce specified types of steel. Furnace Operator General Maintenance Repairer -- Keeps machines, mechanical equipment, or structures of an establishment in good repair. General Maintenance Repairer Heat Treating Equipment Worker -- Operates and tends furnaces, flame-hardening machines, and electronic induction machines, to harden, anneal, and heat treat metal products or metal parts. Heat Treating Equipment Worker Heavy Equipment Mechanic -- Repairs and services mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of mobile heavy equipment such as bulldozers, graders, cranes, and conveyors used in construction, logging, and surface mining. Heavy Equipment Mechanic Home Appliance Repairer -- Repairs, adjusts, and installs all types of electric household appliances and tools. Home Appliance Repairer Industrial Machinery Mechanic -- Diagnoses problems in production machinery and equipment. Industrial Machinery Mechanic Locksmith -- Repairs and opens locks, makes keys, and changes locks and safe combinations. Locksmith Machine Tool Worker -- Sets up and operates more than one type of cutting or forming machine tool. Machine Tool Worker Machinery Maintenance Worker -- Performs basic maintenance activities such as cleaning, adjusting, and lubricating to keep equipment and machinery in good working order. Machinery Maintenance Worker

9. Automotive Technology (related careers cont…) Auto Damage Insurance Appraiser -- Appraises automobile or other vehicle damage to determine cost of repair for insurance claim settlement. Compare your selections Auto Damage Insurance Appraiser Automobile Mechanic -- Repairs automobiles, trucks, buses, and other vehicles, according to manufacturers specifications. Automobile Mechanic Automotive Body Repairer -- Repairs and customizes automotive bodies and frames. Automotive Body Repairer Bicycle Repairer -- Repairs and services bicycles and related accessories. Bicycle Repairer Career and Technical Education Teacher -- Teaches vocational and/or occupational subjects at the postsecondary level. Career and Technical Education Teacher Diesel Engine Mechanic -- Inspects, repairs, and maintains diesel engines used to power machines. Diesel Engine Mechanic Electric Motor/Power Tool Repairer -- Tests, repairs, rebuilds, and assembles electric motors, generators, and related equipment. Electric Motor/Power Tool Repairer Electromechanical Equipment Assembler -- Assembles electromechanical equipment or devices, such as gear trains, gyros, dynamometers, wave guides, magnetic drums, tape drives, actuators, and gearbox mechanisms, according to specifications. Electromechanical Equipment Assembler Elevator Installer/Repairer -- Assembles, installs, repairs, and maintains electric and hydraulic freight and passenger elevators, escalators, and dumbwaiters. Elevator Installer/Repairer Engine/Machine Assembler -- Constructs, assembles, or rebuilds machines such as engines, turbines, and office machines, or equipment used in construction, oil fields, textile and paper manufacturing, woodworking, printing, and food wrapping. Engine/Machine Assembler

10. Automotive Technology (related careers cont…) Machinist -- Sets up and operates machine tools and uses shop drawings to make or repair metal parts for cars, machines, and other equipment. Machinist Marine Engineer -- Plans, designs, and oversees the installation of ship machinery and related equipment, including propulsion machinery and power supply systems. Marine Engineer Mechanical Drafter -- Prepares detailed working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices, including dimensions, assembly instructions, fastening methods, and other engineering information. Mechanical Drafter Mechanics and Repairers Supervisor -- Directly supervises and coordinates activities of mechanics, repairers, and installers and their helpers. Mechanics and Repairers Supervisor Motorcycle Mechanic -- Repairs and overhauls motorcycles, motor scooters, mopeds, and similar motorized vehicles. Motorcycle Mechanic Compare your selections Non-destructive Tester... (Military - Enlisted) -- Examines, inspects, and tests metal parts on military equipment, such as airplanes and submarines, for stress damage and wear. Non-destructive Tester... (Military - Enlisted) Rail Car Repairer -- Repairs and rebuilds railroad cars, mine cars, and trolley or subway cars, according to Federal and company regulations and specifications. Rail Car Repairer Small Engine Specialist -- Repairs engines of lawnmowers, chain saws, generators, compressors, and other small gasoline or diesel powered engines. Small Engine Specialist

11. CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY A program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of engineers, engineering contractors and other professionals engaged in the construction of buildings and related structures. Includes instruction in: basic structural & engineering principles construction techniques building site inspection site supervision plan and specification interpretation supply logistics and procurement applicable building codes report preparation

12. Construction Technology (related careers) Cabinetmaker Cuts, shapes, and assembles wooden articles, such as cabinets, high grade furniture, store fixtures, and office equipment. Cabinetmaker Carpenter -- Constructs, erects, installs, and repairs structures or fixtures made of wood, plywood, and wallboard. Carpenter Carpenter Helper -- Helps carpenters or carpentry-related craft workers by performing duties of lesser skill. Carpenter Helper Construction Laborer -- Performs a wide variety of tasks to help skilled workers. Construction Laborer Construction Manager -- Plans and directs activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems. Construction Manager Construction Supervisor -- Directly supervises and coordinates activities of construction trades workers and their helpers. Construction Supervisor Construction and Building Inspector -- Inspects structures to determine structural soundness and compliance with specifications, building codes, and other regulations. Construction and Building Inspector

13. Construction Technology (related careers continued…) Electrician -- Installs, maintains, and repairs electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Electrician Electrician Helper -- Helps electricians or power line transmission installers by performing duties of lesser skill. Electrician Helper RooferRoofer -- Covers roofs of structures with shingles, slate, aluminum, wood, or related materials, using hammers, knives, punches, and other tools. Stonemason -- Builds stone structures such as piers, walls, and abutments. Stonemason Compare your selections Tile and Marble Setter -- Applies tile to walls, floors, ceilings, or counter tops following design specifications. Tile and Marble Setter Woodworking Machine Worker -- Operates or tends woodworking machines, such as drill presses, lathes, shapers, routers, sanders, planers, and wood-nailing machines. Woodworking Machine Worker

14. GRAPHIC DESIGN A program that prepares individuals to apply artistic and computer techniques to the interpretation of technical and commercial concepts. Includes instruction in: computer-assisted art and design using Adobe InDesign printmaking concepts sketching technical drawing color theory imaging studio techniques communication skills and commercial art business operations

15. Graphic Design (related careers) Commercial Art Director -- Formulates design concepts, plans presentation approaches, and directs workers engaged in art work, layout, and copy writing for visual communications media such as magazines, newspapers, and packaging. Commercial Art Director Graphic Designer -- Designs art and copy layouts for material to be presented by magazines, newspapers, television, and packaging. Graphic Designer Job Printer -- Sets type according to copy, and operates a cylinder or automatic platen press to print job orders. Job Printer

16. Graphic Design (related careers cont…) Printing Machine Operator -- Operates and tends manually controlled or automatic printing machines, such as offset lithographic presses, letter or letterset presses, flexographic or gravure presses, to produce print on paper or other materials such as plastic, cloth, or rubber. Printing Machine Operator order Commercial Art Director -- Formulates design concepts, plans presentation approaches, and directs workers engaged in art work, layout, and copy writing for visual communications media such as magazines, newspapers, and packaging. Commercial Art Director Commercial and Industrial Designer -- Develops and designs manufactured products such as cars, home appliances, and children's toys. Commercial and Industrial Designer

17. TECHNICAL PROGRAM PRE-ENGINEERING ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN ROBOTICS ELECTRONICS AUTO CARE & MAINTENANCE GRAPHICS EXPERIENCE PC TECHNICIAN (A+ Certification)

18. CAREER EDUCATION HELATH SERVICES & HOSPITALITY

19. Hospitality/Restaurant/Food Production This course prepares individuals to plan, supervise, and manage food and beverage preparation and service operations, restaurant facilities, and catering services. Includes instruction in: food/beverage industry operations cost control purchasing and storage business administration Logistics personnel management restaurant and menu planning executive chef functions event planning and management health and safety insurance and applicable law and regulations Students in this course follow the ProStart curriculum and prepares students for ServSafe Certification

20. Hospitality/Restaurant/Food Production (related careers) Baker -- Mixes and bakes ingredients according to recipes to produce breads, pastries, and other baked goods. Compare your selections Baker Butcher and Meat Cutter -- Cuts, trims, and prepares carcasses and consumer-sized portions of meat for sale or for use in food service companies. Butcher and Meat Cutter Chef -- Directs and participates in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of soups, meats, fish, vegetables, salads, desserts, or other foods. Chef Child Care Aide/Worker -- Monitors and cares for children in schools, businesses, or institutions. Child Care Aide/Worker Dietetic Technician - Provides services in areas of food service management. Dietetic Technician Dietitian/Nutritionist - Organizes, plans, and conducts food service or nutritional programs to help promote health and control disease. Dietitian/Nutritionist Farm and Home Management Advisor -- Advises, instructs, and assists individuals and families engaged in agriculture, agricultural related processes, or home economics activities. Farm and Home Management Advisor Fashion Designer - Designs clothing and accessories for manufacturers and for sale directly to the public. Fashion Designer Fast-Food Cook - Prepares and cooks food in a fast food restaurant with a limited menu. Fast-Food Cook

21. Hospitality/Restaurant/Food Production (related careers cont…) Fast-Food Cook -- Prepares and cooks food in a fast food restaurant with a limited menu. Fast-Food Cook Food Scientist -- Applies scientific and engineering principles in research, development, production, packaging, and processing of foods. Food Scientist Institution or Cafeteria Cook -- Prepares and cooks meals for institutions such as schools, hospitals, or cafeterias. Institution or Cafeteria Cook Restaurant Cook -- Prepares, seasons, and cooks soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other foodstuffs in restaurants. Restaurant Cook Short Order Cook -- Prepares and cooks to order a variety of foods that require only a short preparation time. Short Order Cook

22. Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide & Patient Care Assistant A program that prepares individuals to perform routine nursing-related services to patients in hospitals or long-term care facilities, under the training and supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. Students that successfully complete the program earn their Certification as a Nurse Assistant (CNA)

23. Health Services (related careers) Certified Nursing Assistant -- Performs a variety of duties, under the direction of a physician, physicians assistant, or nurse in the examination and treatment of patients in a health care facility or doctor's office. Certified Nursing Assistant Compare your selections Nurse Aide/Orderly -- Works under the direction of medical staff to care for patients in health care facilities. Nurse Aide/Orderly Compare your selections Registered Nurse -- Administers nursing care to ill or injured persons Registered Nurse Plans, directs, and coordinates medicine and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care facilities, public health agencies, or similar organizations. Compare your selections Nurse Aide/Orderly -- Works under the direction of medical staff to care for patients in health care facilities. Nurse Aide/Orderly Compare your selections Receptionist/Information Clerk -- Receives and greets visitors to an establishment, or obtains and provides information for the general public (customers, visitors, and other interested parties). Receptionist/Information Clerk

24. So…… Why choose Brockton High for your son or daughter?

25. Because…… BHS has been selected as a Model High School by the International Center for Leadership in Education for the last 6 years The New York Times recognized BHS as a School that defies the demographics of a Large urban high school with a many Socio-economic challenges.

26. Because….. BHS has been identified by US News & World as one of the top high schools IN THE COUNTRY for academic achievement

27. And Because…… BHS IS A GREAT PLACE TO LEARN AND GROW!