HISD Becoming #GreatAllOver Work-ReadinessCertification Industry Credentials August, 2014 HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

HISD Becoming #GreatAllOver ENGAGED STAKEHOLDERS  Understand Changes Under HB 5  Review Terms and Definitions  Review Comprehensive List  Student Preparation  Teacher Preparation  Requesting Vouchers  Data Reporting  Teacher & Business Sector Input Objectives

HISD Becoming #GreatAllOver RIGOR & ACCOUNTABILITY Distinguished Level of Achievement Requires successful completion of:  Foundation program (22 credits)  An additional credit in advanced math and a possible additional credit in advanced science  At least 2 elective credits specific to Endorsement Areas * Students must earn Distinguished Level of Achievement in order to be eligible for Top 10% Automatic Admission to Institutions of Higher Education HB5 Graduation Requirements 3

HISD Becoming #GreatAllOver RIGOR & ACCOUNTABILITY Performance Acknowledgement Requires successful completion of: For outstanding performance (in one of the following) 1.In dual credit courses (12 college hrs, GPA 3.0) 2.In bilingual and bi-literacy (in two or more languages) 3.AP test score of 3+ or IB exam score of 4+ 4.On the PSAT, ACT-Plan, SAT, or ACT 5.For earning a nationally or internationally recognized business or industry certification or licensure HB5 Graduation Requirements 4

HISD Becoming #GreatAllOver ENGAGED STAKEHOLDERS Industry Certification  An industry certification is a credential that validates the ability to perform certain basic tasks essential to a particular industry. These certifications are usually created by a particular company such as ACA (Adobe Certified Associate). License  A license is a Texas government issued certificate which indicates completion of a training program with a minimum number of hours and successful acquisition of basic skills essential for specific trades or professions. Examples would be a state issued Cosmetology license or a Licensed Pharmacy Technician Trainee. Occupational Competency Assessment  An occupational competency assessment is a technical skills assessment created by groups such as the A*S*K Business Institute which indicates successful occupational competency for various industries. For example the A*S*K Business Fundamentals test that indicates basic skills in Human Resources or NCCER Welding. Terms & Definitions

HISD Becoming #GreatAllOver RIGOR & ACCOUNTABILITY Effective Academic Year  Online Guide - Program of Study (POS) – IndustryCertifications.pdf IndustryCertifications.pdf  Spreadsheet of Individual School Programs – IndustryCertifications.xlsx IndustryCertifications.xlsx Comprehensive List of Certifications and Licenses 6

HISD Becoming #GreatAllOver RIGOR & ACCOUNTABILITY Test Preparation  Practice tests  Self-Directed Course Work Student Preparation 7

HISD Becoming #GreatAllOver RIGOR & ACCOUNTABILITY Professional Development  Teachers should become trained (certified) in at least one credential  Industry certification with related training expands a teacher’s content background in the skill set areas and job roles for which they train students.  Enables them to better explain the requirements of specific jobs in related career pathways as well as to put into perspective for their students the relative “market value” of industry certifications as well as other credentials. Teacher Preparation 8

HISD Becoming #GreatAllOver RIGOR & ACCOUNTABILITY Process and Timeline  Requests for vouchers and assessments should be made at least 30 days prior to the administration of the exam.  If the vouchers that are not used within the 15 days, they may be recovered and made available for use by other CTE teachers.  Certification results should be entered into Chancery within five business days after the receipt of the student results. Requesting Vouchers 9

HISD Becoming #GreatAllOver RIGOR & ACCOUNTABILITY Process and Timeline  Log into Chancery  Select the Student Certification link at the bottom of your screen below the list of classes  From the drop-down link at the top of the new window, select the certification type.  Enter a check besides the student names  Select Save or Enter  Please access and take the online training SP0332http://sishelp/ Data Reporting Process 10

HISD Becoming #GreatAllOver RIGOR & ACCOUNTABILITY 1.Identify specific campus action items needed to meet requirements of new legislation related to certification. 2.Identify additional credentials requested by teachers (discuss at the afternoon session). 3.Identify additional district assistance required 11 Closing Activity: Feedback