5th Annual Career Expo Your Pathway to Career Success Career and Technical Education gives high school students the chance to get a head start on lifetime career success, preparing NOW for college, career, military and service opportunities after graduation! In CTE programs, students— learn how core school subjects like math, science, history and writing apply to careers and life. participate in hands-on training in their field of interest gain real world experience through simulated work activities, job shadows, service projects and internships. CTE programs provide the opportunity to earn FREE college credits as part of the high-school curriculum (no extra classes, time or cost) that lead directly to college credentials and degree programs. Many CTE programs offer the opportunity to earn nationally recognized certifications, leading to jobs that can help pay for college or allowing students to start careers straight out of high school! Help us make improvements! Scan the QR Code to take the survey. —————->
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5th Annual Career Expo
Your Pathway
to Career Success
Career and Technical Education gives high school students the chance to get a head start on lifetime career success, preparing NOW for
college, career, military and service opportunities after graduation!
In CTE programs, students—
learn how core school subjects like math, science, history and
writing apply to careers and life.
participate in hands-on training in their field of interest
gain real world experience through simulated work activities, job
shadows, service projects and internships.
CTE programs provide the opportunity to earn FREE college credits as part of the high-school curriculum (no extra classes, time or cost) that lead
directly to college credentials and degree programs.
Many CTE programs offer the opportunity to earn nationally recognized
certifications, leading to jobs that can help pay for college or allowing
students to start careers straight out of high school!
Help us make
improvements! Scan
the QR Code to take the
survey. —————->
Job Interviews Your Name: _____________________ School: ___________________
You will have 30 minutes to visit as many booths as you can.
Your assignment is to “interview” with at least two businesses to earn EXPO CASH.
− Choose one (1) in an area you are interested in and one (1) in an area you don’t know anything about.
− Complete a brief interview with each company and be sure to get an answer to your question.
− Collect a signature and, when interview skills are demonstrated, earn one EXPO CASH and trade for a Raffle ticket at the Marketplace!
Possible Questions to Ask…
• What kind of education or training is needed for your job?
• What is a typical day like in your job?
• What other jobs are there in your business or department?
• What do you like best about your job?
• What is the most challenging about your job?
• Why did you choose this career?
• What skills do you use every day in this career?
• What kinds of benefits, vacations, or other opportunities do you have?
• What is most rewarding about your job and your career field?
• What advice would you give to a kid who wants to do this job or be in this field ?
Did you present your BEST PROFESSIONAL SELF?
Interview #1 Interview #2
Business: Business:
Contact Name: Contact Name:
Research
What’s their brand (what they are known for)?
What do you know about the company/organization?
What question/s will you ask that shows you know something about them?
Research
What’s their brand (what they are known for)?
What do you know about the company/organization?
What question/s will you ask that shows you know something about them?
Answer to Your Question/s:
Answer to Your Question/s:
Interview Notes:
Interview Notes:
Did you…
Shake hands?
Make eye contact?
Look interested?
No slang?
Did you…
Shake hands?
Make eye contact?
Look interested?
No slang?
5:30pm to 7:00pm at the following locations:
Tuesday, November 12 Clayton Middle School (1295 Wyoming Dr.)
Thursday, November 14 Dilworth STEM Academy (255 Prater Way)
Tuesday, November 19 Sky Ranch Middle School (1200 Windmill Farms)
Thursday, November 21 Pine Middle School (4800 Neil Road)
Some of the featured departments and programs:
WCSD Signature Academies - Career & Technical Education
Gifted and Talented Education - Counseling - Family-School Partnerships
Advanced Placement & International Baccalaureate - Dual Credit Options
Early College Opportunities - Online Education - AVID
High School College & Career Readiness Initiatives
Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) - Charter & Private Schools
World Languages - Fine Arts
More Information please see your counselor or visit
www.washoeschools.net/sacte
You are invited to come learn about high school
opportunities available throughout our
community!
Application Instructions and Timeline Applications should be completed on-line by going to
www.washoeschools.net/Page/2256.
Application Due Date: January 1, 2020
*Applicants must be current 8th graders entering 9th grade in 2020-21
*Completed applications must include the following in order to be processed -Completed demographics information -Understanding (by reading and checking the box) the Signature Academy Agreements -One Signature Academy Choice (if sibling also attends same Academy, sibling name must be provided) -Completed statement that explains why student wants to be part of a Signature Academy
*Please ensure that all portions of the application are received by January 1, 2020. Applications received after this date will not be processed until after March 1, 2020 and qualified students could be placed at the bottom of a wait list for their Signature Academy request.
Processing Timeline
November 12: Applications available on-line
January 1: Applications due by midnight—with Signature Academy choice ranking
End of January: Letter of eligibility/ineligibility sent home
**Damonte Ranch PAC Auditions – Dates to be determined**
Mid-February: Letters of Acceptance sent home
Note: If you do not have access to the Internet to complete an online application, please
return all forms and supplementary materials through one of the following methods:
*Submit to your current school counselor (must be received in the Signature Office by the deadline)
*By mail to: Washoe County Signature Academy Applications 380 Edison Way, Suite 101, Reno NV 89502
*Fax to 775-861-1299
If you have any questions about how to fill out the application, please call
327-3945 prior to submitting your application.
Expo Hall
AIA Northern Nevada American Society of Civil Engineers American Society of Safety Professionals Atlantis Casino Resort Spa Blockchains Breadware BuildNV.org Career Bound NV Carollo Engineers, Inc. City of Reno Sierra Kids Communities in Schools Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada (EDAWN) Edward Jones Federal Aviation Safety Team Reno Office Hamilton Company Haws Corporation High Sierra AHEC Intuit JAG Nevada Junior Achievement of Northern Nevada Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful KUNR Laborers' Apprenticeship Program for Northern Nevada Microsoft Nevada Department of Education: LifeWorks Nevada Department of Wildlife Nevada JobConnect Nevada Robotics Nevada Society of CPAs Nevada State Bank Nevada Volunteers Northern Nevada Medical Center Laboratory
NOVA Geotechnical NSHA Coalition to Address Personnel Shortages in Special Education and Related Services NV Test Site Panasonic Energy of North America Primary Care Office Renown Health Safe Talk for Teens Saint Mary’s Health Network Sparks Police Department State of Nevada, Division of Human Resource Management, Recruitment State of Nevada/Governor's Office of Workforce Innovation (OWINN) TMCC and NSC Graphic Arts and Media Technology programs Truckee Meadows Water Authority University of Nevada - College of Education Voice / Voc. Rehab Washoe County Library System Washoe County Regional Animal Services Washoe County School District IT Security Department Wells Fargo Bank Your Total Beauty Salon
Lunch Room Exhibitors Envirolution Mobile Arrow Nevada Trucking Association Reno Orthopedic Clinic Tesla Truckee Meadows Water Authority WCSD Robotics
Specialty High School Programs
Academy for Career Education (ACE) Academy of Arts, Careers & Technology (AACT) Galena High School STEM Academy Hug HS Health Science & Human Service Academy McQueen High School Global Studies Academy North Valleys High School CASE Academy Reed High School Enterprise Project Reno High School Red House Project Spanish Springs High School Academy Sparks HS IT & Manufacturing Academy TMCC High School TMCC-CTE College Credit TMCC JumpStart/ Dual Credit Wooster HS International Baccalaureate
Participate in internship and community experiences that often lead to paid opportunities
Qualify for the CTE Diploma seal AND the Nevada Career Ready Diploma* (*must meet other academic requirements, as well)
Continue on YOUR Pathway to Career Success! Start college on track to earn a certification or Associates Degree in
less than 2 years… and on a fast track to a Bachelor’s degree (*when continuing in the area of CTE study)
Enter the military at an elevated rank
Qualify for advanced job opportunities in industry
Combine these opportunities to create your own UNIQUE path to success!
to YOUR Career Path!
CAREER PATHWAY: Connecting YOUR interests & abilities to opportunities for learning academic, technical & employability skills that have recognized value in obtaining high-demand, high-wage employment as a result.
Career and technical student organizations (CTSO) are an integral part of career and technical education. All students in a career pathway are encouraged to participate, beginning in 9th grade.
CTSOs help students develop character, citizenship, leadership and technical skills essential for success after high school. Participants engage in community service, leadership training/activities, and competitions throughout the year.
WCSD supports five CTSO’s in various high schools:
Preparing students for success as leaders in our businesses, government and communities.
Associated with CTE programs such as Business Management, Entrepreneurship, Graphic Design, Marketing, Video
High Schools with active chapters: AACT, Damonte Ranch, Hug, Reed, Reno, Spanish Springs.
Developing skills for life -- planning, goal setting, problem solving, decision-making and interpersonal communication -- necessary in the home and workplace.
Associated with CTE programs such as Culinary, Education, Fashion, Foods & Nutrition, Human Development
High Schools with active chapters: AACT, Damonte Ranch, McQueen, North Valleys, Spanish Springs, Sparks
Developing student potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education.
Associated with CTE programs such as Ag Mechanics, Animal Science, Greenhouse Management, Veterinary Science
High Schools with active chapters: AACT, North Valleys
Promoting career opportunities in the health care industry to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people.
Associated with CTE programs such as Biomedical, Emergency Medical Technician, Sports Medicine
High Schools with active chapters: AACT, Hug, Reno, Spanish Springs
Improving the quality of America’s workforce through a structured program of citizenship, leadership, employability, technical and professional skills training.
Associated with CTE programs in all areas.
High Schools with active chapters: AACT, Damonte Ranch, Galena, Hug, McQueen, North Valleys, Reed, Reno, Spanish Springs, Sparks, Wooster
Education/Training Needed Low: High School diploma w/ certification Middle: Technical Training or Associates Degree High: Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree
Human Services, Education & Training CTE Programs: Early Childhood Education, Teaching & Training, Foods & Nutrition, Human Development
Job Examples
Teachers (all subjects), Coach, Instructional Specialist, Librarian Archivist, Museum Curator/Conservator Educational Administrator, Psychologist, Counselor Interpreter/Translator Clergy/Religious Director Social Service Professional
Education/Training Needed Low: High School diploma w/ experience Middle: Technical Training or Associate Degree High: Bachelor or Advanced Degree
Health Sciences CTE Programs: Biomedical, Community Health Science, Emergency Medical
Technician (EMT), Sports Medicine
Information Technology CTE Programs: Animation, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Digital Game Development, Web Design
Government & Public Administration CTE Programs: Military Science (JROTC)
Job Examples
Medical Assistant Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant Medical/Health Service Manager Medical Scientist Doctor (all types), Allergist, Immunologist, Epidemiologist Physical Therapist
Education/Training Needed Low: High School diploma w/ certification Middle: Technical Training or Associate Degree High: Bachelor or Advanced Degree
Network Architects, Database Developer/Specialist/Manager Geographic Information Systems Technician Software Developer, Web Developer, Video Game Designer Computer Programmer, Computer Systems Analyst, Computer Engineer Cybersecurity Specialist, Quality Assurance Engineer
Education/Training Needed Low: High School diploma w/ experience, Technical Training or Associate Degree High: Bachelor or Advanced Degree