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Foundations of CTE 9
Foundations of CTE 9 is a one-year program with a human services focus aimed at helping freshmen who would benefit from a hands-on CTE experience at an earlier age. By exploring a range of subjects, including culinary arts and basic healthcare, students cultivate and build upon work ethic strategies and interpersonal skills that will serve them throughout the remainder of their high school career. Students complete projects, learn how to keep themselves safe in the classroom and lab environment, and experience academic learning in a new context.
Successful students are encouraged to continue on to Foundations of CTE 10 in the following year.
This program is for 9th grade students. The class is located on the main Verona campus.
What Students Learn
The Foundations of CTE 9 program helps students develop a comprehensive understanding of the field through the study of:
- Introduction to CTE
- Safety and First Aid Basics
- Health, Hygiene, & Sanitation
- Intro to Health Careers
- Professionalism & Employability
- Basic Culinary Concepts
- Travel and Tourism
How Students Learn
Students gain hands-on learning experiences and industry skills through:
- Classroom instruction from experienced instructors
- Interdisciplinary class projects with other CTE programs
- In-house internship opportunities
Students are expected to have footwear and attire that is safe and appropriate for classroom activities.
Career Exploration
This program prepares students for further career exploration in a variety of two-year CTE programs, including:
- Culinary Arts
- Cosmetology
- Health Related Careers
- Conservation
Course Credits
Upon completion of this two-year program, students will earn a total of 3 integrated high school credits:
- 1 Unit of CTE
- 1.5 units Living Environment
- 0.5 unit Health
The Living Environment curriculum is integrated into the Foundations 9 program and co-taught by a NYS certified science teacher. Students complete the lab work required to sit for the Regents exam.
A Note About Safety
Student and workplace safety are a primary focus of this program.
- Students must wear personal protective equipment any time they are working in the shop or on a job site.
- Students are required to pass safety assessments with 100% accuracy before being allowed to continue using various tools and equipment associated with the course.
