S p e c i a l A c a d e m i c S p e c i a l A c a d e m i c
P r o g r a m s
Programs
Advanced Placement (AP): Both high schools offer a variety of AP courses, in which students learn at a college level and then take an exam for each course. Students can earn college credit based on their exam scores and the credit
Students have the opportunity to pursue advanced coursework and credits through these programs.
EJHS RISE STEM Program: The RISE (Research, Innovation, Science, and Engineering) program at EJHS offers students the opportunity to engage in advanced, STEM-centered, project-based learning, fostering guidelines for the college or university they attend.
Dual Enrollment (D
Dual enrollment off students the opportunity to take college courses virtually, on a JCSS campus, or on the campus of a college (including technica colleges) or university.
enduring and impactful educational experiences. This program integrates traditional academic courses with the CTAE pathway: Engineering & Technology.
Students can earn college credits by passing these classes, and state funding is provided to assist with tuition and mandatory fees.
International Baccalaureate (IB): JCHS offers both standalone IB courses and the internationally-recognized IB Diploma Program. In both cases, IB courses offer exams for college credit based on students’ performance and the credit guidelines for the college or university they attend.
Empower College & Career Center: Empower is an educational partnership with businesses in Jackson County and the surrounding area.
The Empower Center engages students in project-based learning and hands-on, career relevant learning experiences. Through partnerships with business and industry, higher education and our community, students work toward goals that help them reach their college and career objectives. Some of these goals include completing pathways and earning credentials.
P a t h w a y P a t h w a y
v e r v i e w Overview
A pathway is a sequence of 3 or more courses within a specific area of study. Completing a pathway can help a student develop deeper into a possible career field and demonstrate the perseverance that will be required to be successful after graduation. Pathways are available in the following areas. See the online course catalog or your counselor for detailed requirements.
Advanced Academics:
4 credits - including at least one AP, IB, or DE coursewithin ELA, math, science, or social studies; plus 2 sequential units in one world language or 2 computer science courses.
Fine Arts: 3 credits within a single area of study (dance, music, theatre, or visual arts)
World Language: 3 sequential courses in one language. If one is an AP, IB or Dual Enrollment course, this will earn the Advanced Academic World Language Pathway.
CTAE: (Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education): See the CTAE Pathway Planner on the next three pages.
JCSS Career Pathway Planner
Agriculture Food & Natural Resources
Basic Agriculture Science (Pre-Requisite Course)
Agriculture Mechanics
Agriculture Mechanics I
Agriculture Mechanics II
Ag Mechanics and Metal Fabrication
Ag Mechanics I
Metal Fabrication
Ag Mechanics and Electrical System
Ag Mechanics I
Ag Electricity & Electrical Controls
Forest Mechanical Systems
Ag Mechanics I
Forest Science I^
Veterinary Science
Animal Science and Biotechnology^
Veterinary Science
Agricultural Leadership in Animal Production
Animal Science and Biotechnology^
Agribusiness Management and Leadership
Ag Leadership in Forestry
Agribusiness Management and Leadership
Forest Science^
Plant and Floral Design
General Horticulture and Plant Science (Spring)^
Floral Design and Management
Horticulture and Forest Science
Forest Science^
General Horticulture and Plant Science^
Horticulture/Mechanical System
General Horticulture and Plant Science^
Agricultural Mechanics I
Horticulture and Animal Systems
General Horticulture and Plant Science^
Animal Science and Biotechnology^
Forestry and Animal Science
Forest Science^
Animal Science & Biotechnology^
Agriculture Food & Natural Resources Cont.
Ag Leadership in Horticulture
General Horticulture and Plant Science^
Agribusiness Management and Leaders
Welding (Lanier Tech)
Architecture & Construction
Architectural Drawing & Design
Intro to Drafting and Design
Architectural Drawing and Design I
Architectural Drawing and Design II
Carpentry
Industry Fundamentals and Occ. Safety
Introduction to Construction
Carpentry I
Electrical
Industry Fundamentals and Occ. Safety
Introduction to Construction
Electrical I
Heavy Equipment
Industry Fundamentals and Occ. Safety
Intro to Heavy Equipment (11th and 12th)
Heavy Equipment Operations (11th and 12th)
Arts, A/V Technology & Communications
Film Production
Audio and Video Technology and Film
Introduction to Film Production
Film Production Applications
4th course Available
Broadcast Video Production Application
Graphic Communication
Intro to Graphic Design
Graphic Design Production
Advanced Graphic Output Processes
^Board of Regents approved fourth science
**Successful completion of three units of JROTC meets the state requirement for Health/Personal Fitness
***Students enrolled in this pathway will earn CTAE (elective) credit and Social Studies (academic) credit at the same time for a total of 6 credits upon successful completion of the pathway
Business Management & Administration
Entrepreneurship
Intro to Business and Technology
Legal Environment of Business
Entrepreneurship
rd th
3 Pathway course or 4 course elective
Human Resources Management
Human Resources Principles
Education & Training
Teaching as a Profession
Examining the Teacher Profession
Contemporary Issues in Education
Teaching as a Profession Practicum
Government & Public Administration
Public Management and Administration***
Intro to Gov and Public Administration
Gov PA: State and Federal Issues
Gov PA: Local and State Issues
JROTC Army**
JROTC Army Let I Alpha - Fall Sem.
JROTC Army Let I Bravo - Spring Sem.
JROTC Army Let II Alpah - Fall Sem.
JROTC Army Let II Bravo - Spring Sem.
JROTC Army Let III Alpha - Fall Sem.
JROTC Army Let III Bravo - Spring Sem.
JROTC Army Let IV Alpha - Fall Sem.
JROTC Army Let IV Bravo - Spring Sem.
Health Science
Therapeutic Services / Allied Health and Medicine
Intro to Healthcare Science
Essentials of Healthcare / Honors^
Allied Health & Medicine (Junior, Senior)
Therapeutic Services / EMR
Intro to Healthcare Science
Essentials of Healthcare / Honors^
Emergency Medical Responder (Must be 16)
Diagnostics / Phlebotomy
Intro to Healthcare Science
Essentials of Healthcare / Honors^ Diagnostics / Phlebotomy (Senior)
Health Science Cont.
Therapeutic Services / Pharmacy
Intro to Healthcare Science
Essentials of Healthcare / Honors^
Pharmacy Operations & Fundamentals (Senior)
Biotechnology Research and Development
Intro to Healthcare
Essentials of Biotechnology ^
Applications of Biotechnology^
Mental Health Professional
Intro to Healthcare Science
Essentials of Healthcare/Honors^
Mental Health Professional
Therapeutic Services / Patient Care (Lanier Tech)
Human Services
Food Science
Food, Nutrition and Wellness
Food For Life^
Food Science^
rd th
3 Pathway course or 4 course elective (JCHS)
Sports Nutrition
Information Technology
Computer Science
Intro to Software Technology
Computer Science Principles (or AP)^
AP Computer Science A^
Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security
Law Enforcement Services/ Forensic Science
Intro to Law, Public Safety, Corrections And Security
Criminal Justice Essentials
Forensic Science and Criminal Investigations^
Manufacturing
Mechatronics/ Advanced Technology Engineering
Intro to Mechatronics
AC Theory, Electric Motors and Hydraulic Sys. Semiconductors, Mechanical Systems, and Pump and Piping Systems
