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Discover the innovative curriculum pathways in civil engineering, architecture, and manufacturing operations at West High School through their partnership with CSCC. Learn about the rigorous courses offered, dual enrollment opportunities, and the impact on student achievement. Explore the challenges faced and lessons learned in implementing this program, along with the ongoing professional development initiatives and engagement strategies. Stay informed about current developments and be inspired by the achievements of the first cohort. Join the journey of shaping the next generation of engineers with Credits Count at West High School!
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Credits Count Program Prepared for the CSCC Success Summit
Planning Team Credits Count @ West High School • Jason Johnson, Principal • Lucas Cech, Asst. Principal • Jay Poroda, Director, CCS • Aaron Moore, Instructor, West HS • Kathryn Hanigan, Instructor, West HS • Erica Kennedy, Freshman Counselor • Amy White, Sophomore/Junior Counselor • Daniel Roberts, Junior/Senior Counselor • Kelly Hogan, CSCC College Transitions • Sherry Minton, CSCC C&T Pathways • Lori Brown, CSCC Academic Advisor • Joel Nelson, Academic Program Manager • Diane Jones, Coordinator of Advising and Student Services
Progress Points Credits Count Partnership Accomplishments and Plans • Curriculum Plan & Pathways Rationale by school • High School Teachers & Dual Enrollment Opportunities • Engaging Partners • CSCC Project Staff Structure • Marketing & Communications • Challenges & Lessons Learned • What’s Happening Now
Curriculum Plan @ West Expanding upon the Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Foundation
Composition I • ENGL 1100 (3 cr) • Composition II • ENGL 2367 (3 cr) • Technical Math • MATH 1113 (5 cr) • 21st Century Workplace Skills BMGT 1008 (2 cr) Curriculum Pathways Rationale Pathway: Civil Engineering & Architecture • The Civil Engineering & Architecture Pathway provides college credit if student passes final exams in certain courses, pending West’s national certification Earn 12-25 college credits
Composition I • ENGL 1100 (3 cr) • Composition II • ENGL 2367 (3 cr) • Technical Math • MATH 1113 (5 cr) • 21st Century Workplace Skills BMGT 1008 (2 cr) Curriculum Pathways Rationale Pathway: Engineering Technician • The Engineering Technician Pathway through Machine Tools is a track that provides employment opportunity in Automation Maintenance field or option of continuing post-secondary college credit work Earn 12-25 college credits
Composition I • ENGL 1100 (3 cr) • Composition II • ENGL 2367 (3 cr) • Technical Math • MATH 1113 (5 cr) • 21st Century Workplace Skills BMGT 1008 (2 cr) Curriculum Pathways Rationale Pathway: Manufacturing Operations • The Manufacturing Operations Pathway offers immediate option for new students at 11th grade and is a Certification Track for CNC Machine Operator upon HS graduation; post-secondary could lead to supervisor role Earn up to 30 college credits and a certificate
High School Teachers & Dual Enrollment Initial and On-going Professional Development • Orientation was held April 16, 2014 • Intro to Dual Enrollment • Intro to Teaching College Classes • Discussion time with Lead College Faculty • PLTW required Training Summer 2014 • ENGL & MATH for 2014-2015 • On-going professional development planning for 2014-2015 • Advisory group to be developed; faculty engaged as of Su14
Engaging Partners Groups to Target • Project Lead The Way (PLTW) • COSI • Honda • Campus groups (faculty/staff ERG & students STEM Club) • Upward Bound • Leadership Columbus • Alumni Association • PAST Foundation • I Know I Can • Learn for Life • Learning Circle
CSCC Staff Structure Staff Design Plan
Marketing & Communication Means of Communication Target Groups • Teachers (ENG, ENGL, etc.) • Fliers/Activities • Social Media • Parent nights • Parent Consultants • Websites • Counselors/Advisors • Middle School Students • High School Students • Parents • Community • College Community • K-12 Community
Challenges & Lessons Learned Addressing Potential Barriers to Success • Attendance and mobility of student population • Facilities challenges in older buildings • Building teacher capacity for Dual Enrollment credentialing • Impact of school allocations on Dual Enrollment course offerings • Timeline for planning, communication, and implementation • Strong curricular alignment of PLTW and college courses • Teacher and community engagement from outset • Collaboration is key!
What’s Happening Now? The first cohort • Advisor embedded @ West • Classes in session • Addressing readiness in mathematics • Marketing strategies being developed • Middle schools, parents, students, community • Scholarship committee being formed • Equipment installation • A strategy to support CCS students before and during their CSCC experiences
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