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ADVANCED COLLISION REPAIR & REFINISHING (D) – Course #: 7757Grade level: 12; Length: year – 2 hour block; Taught at ATCPrerequisite: Collision Repair & RefinishingAdvanced Collision Repair and Refinishing services include advanced knowledge of the processes, technologies, andmaterials used in the reconstruction and alteration of vehicles. This advanced course is designed to teach theapplication of advanced technical skills and practices related to collision repair and refinishing.SMALL ENGINE TECH – Course #: 7758Grade level: 10, 11, 12; Length: year – 2 hour block: Taught at Midland High onlyA pre‐employment laboratory course designed to provide job‐specific training for entry‐level employment in theengine repair field. Instruction includes repair and service cooling systems, air cleaner, fuel system, lubricatingsystem, repair starters and ignition systems, overhaul engines, entrepreneurship, safety, leadership training andcareer opportunities.PRACTICUM IN TRANSPORTATION DISTRIBUTION AND LOGISTICS I – Course #: 7759Grade level: 11, 12; Length: YearThe practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of knowledge and skills. First yearstudents enrolled to this practicum experience can work jobs that relate to the transportation industry. Examples arestudents working in a car wash, automotive service facility, or any means of transportation.PRACTICUM IN TRANSPORTATION DISTRIBUTION AND LOGISTICS 2 – Course #: 7760Grade level: 12; Length: YearPrerequisite: Practicum in Transportation distribution and Logistics lThis is a cooperative education practicum whereby students participate in a paid or unpaid capstone experience forstudents in a coherent sequence of CTE courses. The practicum is designed to give students supervised practicalapplication of knowledge and skills. Second year students enrolled to this practicum experience can work in a varietyof locations where their duties include: Jobs that relate to the transportation industry. Examples are studentsworking in a car wash automotive service facility or any means of transportation.56
General InformationThings to do in high school…Frequently asked questions…• Focus on strong study habits, obtaining good grades, challenging course work, extra & co‐curricularparticipation, and volunteer work.• Identify areas that interest you and explore potential career fields• Encourage your parents to attend Open House and Parent Meetings.• Listen to announcements for upcoming activities and dates.• Look at announcements on report card messages, the marquee, and the MISD website.• TAKE RIGOROUS COURSES – The College Board reports that rigorous high school course work is the bestpredictor of college completion, more so than any other factor.• Start your college search early. Refer to the college section in the library and/or the Internet (refer tothe Useful website section)1. What is an honor graduate?4.5 cumulative GPA at end of the fall semester of the senior year.2. How do I receive the Midland Legacy Scholarship?First come‐first served award – 2.75 GPA on a 4.0 system and 40 hours of documented community service hoursduring the senior year from the approved agency list available in the counseling center. Midland Legacy deadline isdetermined by Midland College. The service record must be submitted directly to Midland College.3. What is an academic letter and how do I get one?Students must achieve a 4.5 grade point average each of two consecutive semesters in secondary school to includespring of the previous year and the fall semester of the current year.4. How do I get an official transcript?Transcript request forms can be obtained from the registrar’s office. Transcripts will be mailed to the specified collegeor university or given to students in a sealed envelop.5. How do I obtain letters of recommendation?Provide teachers, counselors, and administrators with your resume; 2 weeks advance notice is greatly appreciated.6. When is FAFSA available?FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) applications are available the second week of January in thecounseling center. (Based on family’s 2009 income tax return)On‐Site ResourcesScholarships – Postings of scholarship opportunities are located in specific areas at all high schools and onwwww.midlandisd.netLibrary/Media Center – Catalogs and resource books ma y be checked out. The Internet is available for collegesearches.57
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Page 14 and 15: LANGUAGE ARTS COURSESRequired cours
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Page 18 and 19: CALCULUS BC AP/GT - (Course #3465)G
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Page 22 and 23: SOCIAL STUDIES COURSESWORLD GEOGRAP
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Page 28 and 29: AS‐410: SurvivalUnit One: The Ele
Page 30 and 31: LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISHSPANISH
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Page 34 and 35: FINE ARTSFine arts play an importan
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Page 38 and 39: BOYS CHOIRGrade Level: 10, 11, 12;
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Page 44 and 45: CAREER AND TECHNOLOGYCareer Prepara
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Page 54 and 55: ADVANCED ENGINEERING DESIGNING AND
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Page 60 and 61: Grade Point AveragingGRADE STANDARD
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