BP 6010

Instruction

 

Goals and Objectives

 

The Governing Board believes that all students need to meet high standards of academic and career-technical knowledge and skills as applicable to the MetroED program they are enrolled in.  In addition, they must have the ability to apply their skills to the workplace, where they will be required to adapt to emerging technologies and changing societal needs.  The Board therefore desires to provide CCOC and MAEP curriculum that prepares students to meet academic and/or career technical education goals:

 

1.         Ability to analyze, think creatively, solve problems, make decisions and apply knowledge and skills to real-life situations

 

2.         Strong communication and interpersonal skills

 

3.          Experience with a variety of technologies as they apply to the career-technical area being studied

 

4.         A flexible personal academic or career plan based on:

 

            a.         Awareness of possible career paths

 

            b.          Academic and/or career counseling

 

            c.         An understanding of all aspects of the industry the student is preparing to enter

 

5.          Specialized skills that can lead to career entry positions or more advanced education

 

6.         Respect for a diversity of cultures and thoughts

 

7.         Self esteem

 

8.         Awareness of the responsibilities of citizens in a democracy and the importance of community service

 

9.         A positive work ethic, and ability to work independently or in a team

 

10.       Ability to seek out, organize and learn new information

 

Legal Reference:

            EDUCATION CODE

            51000-51007  Legislative intent for education program, especially

            51004             Education goals

            51006             Computer education and resources

            51007             Programs to strengthen technological skills

            51041             Evaluation of educational program

            52336-52336.5  Career preparatory programs

            UNITED STATES CODE, TITLE 20

            2301-2471     Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology Act

            5801-6084     National Education Reform,  Goals 2000

            6101-6251     School-to-Work Opportunities Act of 1994

            6751-6777     Enhancing Education Through Technology Act, No Child Left Behind Act, Title II, Part D

 

 

Adopted:  4/13/88

Revised:  10/13/99; 6/14/06