1. “Leading students into the 21 st Century”

2. Welcome to the Health Science and Education Small Learning Community

3. Animal breeder, Veterinarian, Feed Sales, Welder, Rancher, Farmer, Zookeeper Teachers, Training and development specialist, Child-life specialist, Counselor, Education management positions Doctors, Nursing careers, Physical Therapist, CAN certifications, Coding Specialist Medical Technologist, Radiology Chef, Cook, Food and Beverage Manager, Restaurant Manager

4. Health Science Core Sequence 1 st Course Build the foundation knowledge and skills used in Medical and Health-care careers. Leadership, communication, legal responsibilities, employability requirements are some of the topics. Year long course – 1 credit Articulated Technical Credit Health Science Further development of basic knowledge and development of new skills to includes taking vitals signs, CPR and infection control practices, medical terminology development. Year long course – 1 credit Articulated Technical Credit 2 nd Course Grades: 10-12 2014: Principles of Health Science is required 2 nd Course Grades: 10-12 2014: Principles of Health Science is required Grades: 9-12 Principles of Health Science

5. Advance Health Science Sequence Practicum in Health Science I or II Courses Grade 12 2 credits Practicum in Health Science I or II Courses Grade 12 2 credits Practicum in Health Science I Courses Grade 11 2 credits Practicum in Health Science I Courses Grade 11 2 credits Certified Nursing Assistant Long Term Facility Pharmacy Technician Certification New! 2014 Medical Billing and Coding Requirements for all courses above: Principles of Health Science and Health Science Application and a selection process is required for these courses! Requirements for all courses above: Principles of Health Science and Health Science Application and a selection process is required for these courses! Clinical Rotations Hospital Activities Clinical Rotations Hospital Activities Certified Nursing Assistant Long Term Facility Limited Enrollment in the Practicum in Health Science Courses

6. Supportive Courses - 11 & 12 grade Anatomy and Physiology Study of the structure and Function of body systems. 1 year course - 1 credit The study of the causes, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of diseases, conditions and syndromes that affect human body Semester course.5 credit Asthma Medical Microbiology The study of microorganisms to include identifying the type of microorganism; how it transfers between living organisms, and potential treatment & identification. Semester course.5 credit paired with Pathophysiology Pathophysiology Medical Terminology The study of the language used in medicine and health care careers. Semester course.5 credit Forensic Science Articulated Technical Credit STC Dual Enrollment Forensic sciences play a vital role in the criminal justice system by providing investigators with scientifically based information through the analysis of physical evidence.

7. 2013-2014 “The Future Starts Now!” 2013-2014 “The Future Starts Now!” HOSA is the student leadership organization for Health Science Students. Provides leadership opportunities through Fall and Spring Conferences and local chapter activities. Weslaco High School has 3 HOSA chapters. National Service Project Spring Leadership Conference Fall Leadership Conference

8. Ready.. Set.. Teach!!! Instructional Practices in Education and Training

9. Clecker Heald Elementary School

10. Opportunity to obtain College Credit!!!

11. Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Develops leadership skills Opportunity to be involved in community service projects Participate in competitive events at the Regional, State and National levels “ Producing Leaders”

12. Weslaco ISD Career and Technical Education Creating Skills for Life Culinary Arts Culinary Arts and Practicum in Culinary Arts is recommended for students in Grades 11 and 12 Culinary Arts Prerequisite Courses:  Lifetime Nutrition & Wellness  Hospitality Services Practicum in Culinary Arts Prerequisite Course:  Culinary Arts Course Requirements

13.  Articulated Technical Credit Sanitation and Safety  Dual Enrollment Credit Basic Food Preparation I  Dual Enrollment Credit Dinning Room Services Certifications Food Handlers Certificate ServSafe Food Managers Certificate

14. Competitions Cupcake Battle SkillsUSA

15. Texas Commissioner of Education Banquet Little Chef’s Cooking Camp Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon Industry Experience

16. Agricultural Education Prepares students for successful careers and a lifetime of informed choices in the global agriculture, food, fiber and natural resources systems. Principles to Ag Food and Natural Principles and Elements of Floral Design Small Animal Management Livestock Production Veterinary Application Equine Science Advanced Animal Science Ag Mechanical Ag Career Prep I & II

17. Future Farmers of America FFA is the student organization that focuses on the career and technical aspects of the Animal Science Program Students participate in leadership conferences, livestock shows and special demonstration shows

19. 19. Thank You for attending the Health Science and Education SLC Presentation Please have your cards signed that you attended this session. Any Health Ed SLC member can sign your card. Please have your cards signed that you attended this session If you would like to read more about the Health Science Education SLC go to www.whs.wisd.us and click on the Small Learning Community section to locate the brochure and this presentationwww.whs.wisd.us http://www.whs.wisd.us/?PageName='SchoolPublications'& CategoryID='5730'&SubCategoryID='15714http://www.whs.wisd.us/?PageName='SchoolPublications'& CategoryID='5730'&SubCategoryID='15714‘