Horticulture/Agriculture/Environmental

Vocational-Technical education is designed to educate and prepare students for employment and continuing academic and occupational preparation through a balance of classroom instruction, supportive services and occupational experience to develop lifelong skills so that upon completion of vocational-technical programs, students are qualified to pursue opportunities emanating from such vocational-technical programs . Students enrolling in a vocational program should be aware of the daily time commitment required for each program.

Based on emerging technology impacting on vocational education, the following experiences are considered essential components of a comprehensive program. Individual student career goals should be considered in structuring a schedule of study.

HORTICULTURE (GREENHOUSE) | Credit: .5

Grades 9-12 Prerequisites: None

This program provides occupational preparation and exploration in plant science and environmental fields, as represented by the following areas:

• Greenhouse Operations/Floriculture

• Landscaping/Turf management

• Environmental Conservation/Forestry

Students in the program gain skills and knowledge through the learning-by-doing process. Class activities in the greenhouse and outdoor areas are complemented by other selected activities during the year.