Academic & Career Planning and PI-26 Implementation
Academic & Career Planning Academic & Career Planning ( ACP ) is a student-driven, adult-supported process in which students create and cultivate their own unique and information-based vision for post-secondary success, obtained through self exploration, career exploration, and the development of career management and planning skills. ACP is an integral piece of Portage Community School District s comprehensive school counseling program. Students receive ACP services and resources from Grades 5 through 12.
Chapter PI-26 Chapter PI-26 is Wisconsin legislation that requires every school district to provide academic and career planning services to pupils enrolled in grades 6-12 beginning the 2017 18 school year. This chapter establishes the requirements for education for employment programs which is to do all of the following: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) Prepare elementary and secondary pupils for future employment. Ensure technological literacy; to promote lifelong learning. Promote good citizenship. Promote cooperation among business, industry, labor, post-secondary schools, and public schools. Establish a role for public schools in the economic development of Wisconsin.
Labor Market Statistics Below is an analysis of the local, regional and state labor market needs: Columbia County Profile Columbia County Summary Wisconsin In Career Cruising, students learn about the educational and training requirements for occupations that will fill these needs.
Labor Market Statistics Labor market data suggests that Education & Training, Food Service, and Manufacturing are the fastest growing Career Clusters in our area. Information Technology is the fastest growing cluster in Wisconsin. Portage Community School District provides students with the opportunity to participate in work-based learning (Youth Apprenticeships, State-certified and internal co-ops, job shadows, and industry tours), Youth Options and Dual Credit options in these fields. In addition, students have access to Career and Technical student organizations and relevant course offerings. Through these experiences and ACP curriculum, students become familiar with the educational and training requirements for occupations that will fill these needs.
PHS ELECTIVE COURSE Classrooms
Engaging Parents Current Practice: ACP Conferences with ALL students in grades 8 and 11 - parents are invited to attend. Parents are reminded to access Career Cruising through the Parent Portal. Counselors are available to discuss ACP progress in person, by phone or by email. Academic grades and test results are available in Infinite Campus. Parent / Teacher Conferences held once per semester - parents are encouraged to connect for teacher feedback to student career goals.
ACP Activities (K - 5th Grade) How are you smart / multiple intelligences inventory True Colors Personality Survey Career Search using Virginia Career View Decision Making Problem Solving Conflict Resolution Career Awareness Bullying Prevention Friendship Skills Personal Safety Self Regulation
ACP Activities 6th, 7th & 8th 6th Grade Matchmaker Interest Inventory Career Interview Activity Career Collage Activity Multiple Intelligence Assessment 7th Grade Matchmaker Interest Inventory Learning Styles Assessment Collecting Career Information Activity Academic Goals & Plans Activity 8th Grade Career Cluster Activity Skills Assessment Using my Skills Activity Career and Life Goals Activity Exploring Activities and Experiences Matchmaker Interest Inventory Career Planning Conferences
ACP Activities 9th - 12th FRESHMAN YEAR SOPHOMORE YEAR JUNIOR YEAR Learning Styles Activities & Experiences My Goals & Plans Matchmaker & My Skills Resume Builder Job Search & Application Club Exposition Interview Questions, Career Research and Reflection Career Day 4-Year Plan Career Selector Interview Skills Resume & Cover Letter Mock Interview My Goals & Plans Resume, Cover Letter, Employment Application, Job Search - OR Individual Summary Writing and Group Speech with Overview of Career Cluster Career Day 4-Year Plan Matchmaker & My Skills CTEERS Survey Activities & Experiences My Goals & Plans School Selector & College Comparison Chart Financial Aid Selector Career Day ACP Junior Conference College/Career Application Essays Issue Outline and Speech 4-Year Plan SENIOR YEAR JUNIOR / SENIOR YEAR Personal Finance Class Career Research Paper GuidED Personal College Profile Post-Secondary Plan Activities & Experiences Scholarships & Financial Aid College Applications & Essay CTEERS Survey Resume, Cover Letter, Employment Application Senior Timeline / Meeting Career Day
Graduation Requirements ENGLISH SOCIAL STUDIES MATH SCIENCE PHYSICAL ED HEALTH 4.0 credits English is required each year in high school 3.0 credits U.S. History (9th), Global Studies (10th), Civics/PoliSci (11th) PERSONAL FINANCE ELECTIVES 0.5 credit 3.0 credits 3.0 credits 1.5 credits 0.5 credit PE in 9th and 10th grades and one class in 11th OR 12th grade Health course is required at the 7th-12th grade level for.5 credit TOTAL 8.5 credits 24.0 credits Required in 11th or 12th grade
Prime Course Offerings AP Course AP Biology AP Calculus AP Chemistry AP Computer Science A AP English Language & Composition AP English Literature & Composition AP Music Theory Prime & College Course German III German IV German V Spanish III Spanish IV Spanish V Pre-Calculus Honors World Literature English 101 Freshman English (UWW) Math 143 Finite Math (UWW) Math 355 Matrices & Linear Algebra (UWW) Political Science 141 (UWW)
Career and Technical Education Agriculture & Natural Resources* FFA Business & Information Technology* Industry-recognized certifications available FBLA Family & Consumer Sciences* FCCLA and ProStart Health Science* HOSA Technology & Engineering* SkillsUSA Industry-recognized certifications available * Dual credit courses transcripted with Madison Technical College available.
PCSD Career-Based Learning Youth Apprenticeship Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Architecture & Construction Finance Health Science Hospitality & Tourism Information Technology Manufacturing STEM Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Job Shadow Half-Day or Full-Day Shadow / Tour Experience (not for credit) Reflection & Follow-Up Required
Individualized ACP Support ACP conferencing for 100% of students in Grades 8 & 11 Monthly activities to connect students and staff: Digital Citizenship Lessons Character Education lessons ACP activities Career Information Software: Career Cruising For students with a disability, special education case managers are invited to ACP conferences and school counselors are required at IEP meetings. PCSD staff work to align ACP with Postsecondary Transition Planning
Staff Professional Development ACP Leadership Conference School Counselors CTE Coordinator Group of Core and CTE Teachers Sharing Labor Market Data & Connections to Curriculum Business Partner Feedback Teaching Employability Skills Career Cruising Trainings
Partners in Education Business Partners: PCSD has more than 75 business partners and collaborates with the Columbia County Economic Development Alliance, Portage Chamber of Commerce, and Columbia County Job Center. Our partners help to expose students to career choices, serve as placement for career-based learning, participate in career fairs and panels, facilitate development of employability skills, and some offer college tuition reimbursement. We use the Career Cruising Inspire as a tool for connecting students with new partnerships. Education Partners: Madison College - PHS has an on-site New Student Specialist from Madison College, UW Whitewater and UW Baraboo/Sauk County work collaboratively with PHS Student Services staff on student admissions, dual enrollment, financial aid, college tours, and application events.