2024/25 Course Schedule Book

Career Pathways are systemic frameworks for transforming our educational institutions by proactively addressing the needs of students and employers across the learning continuum. Career Pathways are developed, implemented and maintained in partnership among secondary and postsecondary institutions, business and employers. Transitions from secondary to post-secondary studies have received much attention in the past few years.  In Kentucky, we are working hard to create more seamless paths for students to facilitate their achievement of a post-secondary credential. 

Business Academy

High School of Business

Marketing

Logistics/Supply Chain Management

Hospitality, Travel, & Tourism

Computer Science/IT Academy

Interactive Media

Computer Programming

Network Security

Information Support

Service & Design Academy

Army JROTC

Graphic Design

Early Childhood Education

Teaching & Learning

Logistics & Supply chain Management

See page 32 of 24/25 Schedule Book

This pathway prepares individuals to manage and coordinate all supply chains in an enterprise, ranging from acquisitions to receiving and handling, through internal allocation of resources to operations units to the handling and delivery of output. Includes instruction in acquisitions and purchasing, inventory control, storage and handling, just-in-time manufacturing, logistics planning, shipping and delivery management, transportation, quality control, resource estimation and allocation, and budgeting.

Year 1

Business & Marketing Essentials

Year 2

Introduction to Management

Year 3

Logistics Management

Year 4

Supply Chain Management

or

Logistics & Supply Chain Co-op

Hospitality, Travel, Tourism & Recreation

See page 31 of 24/25 Schedule Book

The Hospitality, Travel, Tourism and Recreation career pathway prepares individuals to provide services in the hospitality and leisure fields. Includes instruction in hospitality operations, customer sales, marketing techniques, assistance operations and techniques, essential office management, sports, recreation and  equipment management, and food and beverage services. The Hospitality, Travel, Tourism and Recreation career pathway is a hybrid pathway that consists of courses within Family and Consumer Sciences Education and Marketing Education. It blends two program areas to help students explore technical skills in the industry.

Year 1

Principles of Hospitality

Year 2

Travel & Tourism Marketing

Year 3

Advanced Foods & Nutrition

Year 4

Specialized Services in Hospitality

or 

Hospitality Co-op

Interactive Media

See page 33 of 24/25 Schedule Book

The Interactive Media pathway prepares students to use computer applications and related visual and sound imaging techniques to manipulate images and information originating as video, still photographs, digital copy, soundtracks, and physical objects in order to communicate messages simulating real-world content. 

The pathway includes instruction in specialized camera work and equipment operation and maintenance, image capture, computer applications, dubbing, and applications to specific commercial, industrial, and entertainment needs. Topics of study in this pathway include aesthetic meaning, appreciation and analysis; construction, development, processing, modeling, simulation, and programming of interactive experiences; transmission, distribution and marketing; contextual, cultural and historical aspects and considerations. 

Year 1

Introduction to Media Arts 

(Course #77010041)

Year 2

Interactive Design

or

Moving Image Animation

Year 3

Moving Image Animation

or

Interactive Design

Year 4

Work Based Learning

Computer Programming

See page 34 of 24/25 Schedule Book

The Computer Programming pathway courses will prepare students to design and create apps, as well as troubleshoot the latest programming languages used in industry. The coursework will include instruction in the principles of Computational science, Computer development and Computer Programming. Upon completion of this career pathway, students will be prepared for an entry level position or continue their education in Computer Programming.  

Year 1

Computer Literacy

Year 2

Computational Thinking

Year 3

AP Computer Science A

or

Object-Oriented Programming

Year 4

JAVA II

or

Project Based Programming

Network Administration

See page 37 of 24/25 Schedule Book

The Network Security pathway will help students be able to properly design and install and wired LAN, including all network devices, physically connect servers and desktop computers, properly design and install a wireless LAN including all network devices, and make physical LAN connections for servers and desktop computers, integrate the Wireless LAN with wired LAN and work within the ethical and professional parameters in the Computer Networking profession. Students will be a team member, learn new network administration support skills and upgrade existing computer information system skills. 

Year 1

Computer Literacy

Year 2

Computational Hardware & Software Maintenance (A+)

Year 3

Introduction to Networking Concepts

Year 4

Security Fundamentals

or

Cybersecurity

Information Support & Services. 

See page 36 of 24/25 Schedule Book

The Information Support and Services pathway focuses on the design of computing systems. The courses include instruction in the principles of computer hardware and software components, algorithms, databases, and telecommunications. 

Year 1

Computer Literacy

Year 2

Computational Hardware & Software Maintenance (A+)

Year 3

Help Desk Operations

Year 4

Management of Support Services

Army JROTC

See page 40 of 24/25 Schedule Book

Army JROTC is a four-year sequence of courses in the Army Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) high school program. This pathway’s design focuses on the development of better citizens by building skills in leadership, personal growth and behaviors, citizenship, decision making, health and fitness, first aid, team building, service learning, and geography; all within a student-centered learning environment. It prepares high school students for responsible leadership roles while making them aware of their rights, responsibilities, and privileges as American citizens. The program is a stimulus for promoting college and career readiness and it provides instruction and rewarding opportunities that will benefit the student, community, and nation. 

Year 1

Army JROTC 1

Year 2

Army JROTC 2

Year 3

Army JROTC 3

Year 4

Army JROTC 4

&

Army JROTC Leadership

(optional)

Graphic Design

See page 43 of 24/25 Schedule Book

Are you artistic and want to have a career? Graphic Design could be the pathway to your future. Using digital and print media, students master visual communication. In other words, graphic design communicates ideas and messages in a visual way. These visuals can be as simple as a business logo, as personal as a book cover, as bouncy as a cartoon, or as complex as a cereal box package. Students will master the tools and the rules to succeed in college and in the industry.

After learning about the elements, principles and software that professionals use, students will create a wide variety of real world projects to reinforce knowledge, skills, and appreciation of a culturally diverse audience and materials. Learn the rules, experience the challenge, and be proud of your results. See what you can do when art, computers, research, and creativity come together to make your unique vision a reality.

Year 1

Introduction to Media Arts 

(Course #87010041)

Year 2

Two-Dimensional Media

or

Two-Dimensional Media (Newspaper I)

or

Two-Dimensional (Yearbook I)

Year 3

Advanced Production

or

Digital Imaging (Newspaper II)

or

Digital Imaging (Yearbook II)

Year 4

Work Based Learning

Early Childhood Education

See page 47 of 24/25 Schedule Book

The Early Childhood Education pathway will address a skill set necessary for success in early childhood education so that individuals can teach students from infancy through eight years (grade three), depending on the school system or state regulations. This pathway is targeted at individuals preparing for careers related to early  childhood education, such as those associated with childcare, teaching, community-based children’s programs, social services or counseling for children, and after-school programs. 

Year 1

Early Lifespan Development

Year 2

Child Development Services I

Year 3

Parenting

or

Child Development Services II

Year 4

Child Development Services II

and/or

Early Childhood Education Co-op

Teaching & Learning

See page 46 of 24/25 Schedule Book

This pathway focuses on the general theory and practice of learning and teaching, the basic principles of educational psychology, the art of teaching, the planning and administration of educational activities, school safety and health issues, and the social foundations of education. 

Year 1

The Learning Community

Year 2

The Learner-Centered Classroom

Year 3

The Professional Educator

Year 4

Collaborative Clinical Experience

(Student Teaching)

Certifications

See page 54 of 24/25 Schedule Book

Students may choose to specialize in one or more art forms. Specialization will enable students to study an art form in an in-depth manner and work toward achieving a proficient, accomplished or advanced level of mastery in creating, performing/presenting/producing, responding and connecting in their chosen art form(s). Students who specialize in an art form will participate in performance-based arts courses designed to develop skills and understanding that will enable students to use the art form as a high level communication tool. This is accomplished through the development of creativity and production or performance skills. Performance-based courses also connect the arts with their historical and cultural contexts as students study exemplary works and learn the impact of time, place and personality on the arts. In addition, these courses promote an understanding of the interrelationships among the arts disciplines and connections with other academic content areas. 

Vocal Music

Year 1

SSA Choir I

or

TBB Choir I

Year 2

SSA Choir II

or 

Concert Choir II

(audition required)

or

Chamber Choir II

(audition required)

Year 3

Concert Choir III

(audition required)

or

Chamber Choir III

(audition required)

Year 4

Concert Choir IV

(audition required)

or

Chamber Choir IV

(audition required)

Band

Year 1

Concert Band

or

Symphonic Band (audition required)

or

Jazz Band

(audition required)

Year 2

Concert Band II

or

Symphonic Band II (audition required)

or

Jazz Band II

(audition required)

Year 3

Concert Band III

or

Symphonic Band III (audition required)

or

Jazz Band III

(audition required)

Year 4

Concert Band IV

or

Symphonic Band IV (audition required)

or

Jazz Band IV

(audition required)

Orchestra

Year 1

Concert Orchestra I

or

Chamber Orchestra I

(audition required)

Year 2

Concert Orchestra II

or

Chamber Orchestra II

(audition required)

Year 3

Concert Orchestra III

or

Chamber Orchestra III

(audition required)

Year 4

Concert Orchestra IV

or

Chamber Orchestra IV

(audition required)

Optional Elective for Band & Orchestra

New for 2024/25!! Chamber Small Instrumental Ensemble I

Percussion Ensemble

Year 1

Percussion Ensemble I

(audition required)

Year 2

Percussion Ensemble II

(audition required)

Year 3

Percussion Ensemble III

(audition required)

Year 4

Percussion Ensemble IV

(audition required)

Guitar

Year 1

Guitar I

Year 2

Guitar II

(audition required)

Year 3

Guitar III

(audition required)

Year 4

Guitar IV

(audition required)

Theater

Year 1

Theater I

Year 2

Theater II*

(audition required)

Year 3

Theater III*

(audition required)

and/or

Theater Design & Tech I*

(audition required)

Year 4

Theater IV*

(audition required)

* Anticipated courses to be offered based on student enrollment needs and staffing

See page 50 of 24/25 Schedule Book

Students may choose to specialize in one or more art forms. Specialization will enable students to study an art form in an in-depth manner and work toward achieving a proficient, accomplished or advanced level of mastery in creating, performing/presenting/producing, responding and connecting in their chosen art form(s). Students who specialize in an art form will participate in performance-based arts courses designed to develop skills and understanding that will enable students to use the art form as a high level communication tool. This is accomplished through the development of creativity and production or performance skills. Performance-based courses also connect the arts with their historical and cultural contexts as students study exemplary works and learn the impact of time, place and personality on the arts. In addition, these courses promote an understanding of the interrelationships among the arts disciplines and connections with other academic content areas. 

Art: Drawing

Year 1

Basic Design

Year 2

Drawing III

Year 3

Studio Art 3: Art Portfolio

Year 4

Studio Art 4: Art Portfolio

or

AP 2-D Art & Design

(for Drawing/Painting Concentrators)

or

AP 3-D Art & Design

Art: Painting

Year 1

Basic Design

Year 2

Painting III

Year 3

Studio Art 3: Art Portfolio

Year 4

Studio Art 4: Art Portfolio

or

AP 2-D Art & Design

(for Drawing/Painting Concentrators)

or

AP 3-D Art & Design

Art: Textiles & Printmaking

Year 1

Basic Design

Year 2

Textiles & Printmaking I

Year 3

Textiles & Printmaking II

Year 4

Studio Art 4: Art Portfolio

or

AP 3-D Art & Design

Art: Photography

Year 1

Photography I

Year 2

Photography II

Year 3

Photography III

Year 4

Studio Art 4: Art Portfolio

or

AP 2-D Art & Design

(for Photo Concentrators)

or

AP 3-D Art & Design