Career & Technical Education

CR 1 Applies appropriate academic and technical skills

CR 1.A Academic Attainment

CR 1.A.1 Demonstrates proficiency in the academic core standards. (Mathematics, English/Language Arts, Science, Social Studies).

CR 1.A.2  Reads and comprehends written material in a variety of forms and levels of complexity.

CR 1.A.3 Completes secondary courses to meet high school graduation requirements.

CR 1.A.4 Assimilates and applies new learning, knowledge and skills.

CR 1.B Technical Skill Attainment

CR !.B.1 Identifies the training, education and certification requirements for entrance and advancement in a chosen occupation.

CR 1.B.2 Completes a career and technical education program of study.

CR 1.B.3 Passes certification tests to qualify for licensure and or certification in a chosen occupational area.

CR 1.C Strategic Thinking

CR.1.C.1 Practices reasoning and systems-level thinking to deal with varied concepts and complexity.

CR.1.C.2 Analyzes elements of a problem situation to develop solutions.

CR 1.C.3 Uses acquired academic and technical skills to improve a situation or process.

CR 1.C.4 Seeks to enhance knowledge and skills through ongoing professional development.

CR 2 Communicates effectively and appropriately

CR 2.A Speaking

CR 2.A.1 Asks pertinent questions to acquire or confirm information. .

CR 2.A.2 Demonstrates interpretation of verbal and non-verbal messages in a conversation.

CR 2.A.3 Converses with diverse individuals in an all-inclusive manner to foster positive relationships.

CR 2.A.4 Practices active and attentive listening skills.

CR 2.B Writing

CR 2.B.1 Produces clear and coherent written communication in which the development, organization and style are appropriate to task, purpose and audience.

CR 2.B.2 Composes focused written documents such as: agendas, audio-visuals, bibliographies, drafts, emails, forms, notes, oral presentations, reports and technical documents.

CR 2.B.3. Constructs a well reasoned position, based on an openness to new information and ideas, to support a theory or validate a point of view.

CR 2.C Presentations

CR 2.C.1 Prepares presentations to provide information for specific purposes and audiences.

CR 2.C.2 Delivers presentations that sustain listeners' attention and interest.

CR 2.C.3 Uses technology appropriately to effectively present information.

CR 2.D Professional Etiquette

CR 2.D.1 Uses professional etiquette and observes social protocols when communicating.

CR 2.D.2 Practices appropriate use of social media in personal and professional environments.

CR 2.D.3 Uses proper word choice and tone when communicating to superiors, customers/clients and co-workers.

CR 2.E Customer Service

CR 2.E.1 Establishes positive relationship with internal/external customers.

CR 2.E.2 Identifies and addresses customer's needs and wants.

CR 2.E.3 Recommends appropriate products and services.

CR 2.E.4 Uses effective follow-up techniques to assure that the needs of the customer have been met.

CR 3 Contributes to employer and community success

CR 3.A Personal Responsibility

CR 3.A.1 Takes responsibility for individual and shared group work tasks.

CR 3.A.2 Models behaviors that demonstrate reliability, dependability and commitment to the organization.

CR 3.A.3 Pursues results with personal energy and drive to completion.

CR 3.B Meets Workplace Expectations

CR 3.B.1 Arrives on time to work, appointments or meetings adequately prepared and appropriately dressed.

CR 3.B.2 Complies with workplace policies, norms/culture, procedures and protocols.

CR 3.B.3 Exhibits professional etiquette in all interactions.

CR 3.B.4 Understands the importance of health, safety, human resource and environmental regulations.

CR 3.C Civic Responsibility and Service

CR 3.C.1 Participates in leadership and teamwork opportunities available through professional organizations and community groups/boards/committees.

CR 3.C.2 Engages in local government through attendance, participation and service.

CR 3.C.3 Demonstrates a respect for laws and regulations and those who enforce them.

CR 4 Makes sense of problems and perseveres in solving them

CR 4.A Perceptiveness

CR 4.A.1 Accurately defines a problem or issue.

CR 4.A.2 Recognizes factors, constraints, goals and relationships in a problem situation.

CR 4.A.3 Identifies irregularities in processes and environments and seeks to understand their cause.

CR 4.B Problem Solving

CR 4.B.1 Presents multiple solutions to the problem based on evidence and insights.

CR 4.B.2 Evaluates solutions and determines the potential value toward solving the problem.

CR 4.B.3 Employs critical thinking skills independently and in teams to solve problems and make decisions.

CR 4.C Perseverance/Work Ethic

CR 4.C.1 Establishes and executes plans to completion even when faced with setbacks.

CR 4.C.2 Requires minimal supervision to successfully complete tasks on schedule.

CR 4.C.3 Prioritizes tasks to ensure progress toward stated objectives.

CR 5 Uses critical thinking

CR 5.A Critical Thinking

CR 5.A.1 Demonstrates the ability to reason critically and systematically.

CR 5.A.2 Uses reason and logic to evaluate situations from multiple perspectives.

CR 5.A.3 Critiques possible solutions using valid research, historical context and balanced judgment.

CR 5.A.4 Recognizes and makes use of systems and relationships including interdependent cause-and-effect analysis and feedback.

CR 5.B Decision Making

CR 5.B.1 Conducts research, gathers input and analyzes information necessary for decision-making.

CR 5.B.2 Develops and prioritizes possible solutions with supporting rationale.

CR 5.B.3 Determines a course of action with the greatest perceived potential for success while considering its impact on the human resources (workforce) of the organization.

CR 5.C Adaptability

CR 5.C.1 Demonstrates a willingness to learn new knowledge and skills.

CR 5.C.2 Considers multiple and diverse points of view.

CR 5.C.3 Manages multiple tasks and priorities.

CR 5.C.4 Exhibits the ability to focus, prioritize, organize and handle ambiguity.

CR 6 Demonstrates innovation and creativity

CR 6.A Creativity

CR 6.A.1 Uses information, knowledge and experience to generate original ideas and challenge assumptions.

CR 6.A.2 Initiates brainstorming to generate ideas to solve problems or maximize opportunities.

CR 6.A.3 Appreciates new and creative ideas of others.

CR 6.A.4 Knows when to curb the creative process and begin implementation.

CR 6.B Innovation

CR 6.B.1 Searches for new ways to improve the efficiency of existing processes.

CR 6.B.2 Determines the feasibility of improvements for ideas and concepts.

CR 6.B.3 Accepts and incorporates constructive criticism into proposals for innovation.

CR 6.B.4 Takes informed risks to introduce innovation while understanding the limits of authority.

CR 7 Models ethical leadership and effective management

CR 7.A Leadership

CR 7.A.1 Employs organizational development skills to foster positive working relationships and accomplish goals.

CR 7.A.2 Enlists the support of others to accomplish a goal.

CR 7.A.3 Models the positive attributes of effective leaders (e.g. self awareness, selfregulation, motivation, empathy and social skills).

CR 7.B Ethics

CR 7.B.1 Considers the ethical implications of decisions and actions and their impact on personal reputation and credibility.

CR 7.B.2 Recognizes personal and long-term workplace consequences of unethical or illegal behaviors.

CR 7.B.3 Practices ethical behavior at all times and complies with organizational code of conduct.

CR 7.C Management

CR 7.C.1 Differentiates between leadership and management.

CR 7.C.2 Determines the objectives, parameters and deadlines involved in managing a project prior to beginning work.

CR 7.C.3 Develops personal management skills to function effectively and efficiently.

CR 8 Works productively in teams and demonstrates cultural competency

CR 8.A Teamwork

CR 8.A.1 Builds consensus within a team to accomplish results.

CR 8.A.2 Contributes to team-oriented projects and assignments.

CR 8.A.3 Engages team members and utilizes individual talents and skills.

CR 8.B Conflict Resolution

CR 8.B.1 Anticipates potential sources of conflict and employs conflict resolution skills to facilitate solutions.

CR 8.B.2 Disagrees with a team member without causing personal offense.

CR 8.B.3 Negotiates with conflicting parties to agree on a reasonable and mutually acceptable solution.

CR 8.C Social and Cultural Competence

CR 8.C.1 Gives and earns respect by interacting positively with people of different backgrounds, experiences and beliefs.

CR 8.C.2 Stays aware of current local, national and global news and issues.

CR 8.C.3 Uses awareness of world cultures and languages to effectively communicate with co-workers and customers/clients.

CR 9 Utilizes technology

CR 9.A Data Gathering, Access and Management

CR 9.A.1 Uses various methods to search for valid, relevant data to complete workplace tasks.

CR 9.A.2 Evaluates Internet resources for reliability and validity.

CR 9.A.3 Develops and uses a consistent approach for managing data.

CR 9.B Tools and Applications

CR 9.B.1 Uses the appropriate technology tools for conveying information, solving problems and expediting workplace processes.

CR 9.B.2 Demonstrates the technology skills needed for a chosen career field.

CR 9.B.3 Identifies the workplace value of technology tools and applications.

CR 9.C Technology Ethics

CR 9.C.1 Understands the ethical uses of information and technology related to privacy, intellectual property and workplace issues.

CR 9.C.2 Uses computer and Internet protocols that ensure cyber security and confidentiality of private information.

CR 9.C.3 Abides by organizational policies on the acceptable use of workplace technology.

CR 10 Manages personal career development

CR 10.A Planning

CR 10.A.1 Identifies opportunities in one or more career pathways that aligns with personal interests and aptitudes.

CR 10.A.2 Develops career goals and objectives.

CR 10.A.3 Develops a personal education and career plan to meet goals and objectives.

CR 10.B Job Seeking

CR 10.B.1 Uses multiple resources, including personal and professional networks, to locate job opportunities.

CR 10.B.2 Researches information about a prospective employer to successfully complete an application.

CR 10.B.3 Uses professional digital media to create a personal brand.

CR 10.B.4 Markets self effectively to potential employers.

CR 10.C Résumés, Portfolios and Interviews

CR 10.C.1 Prepares a professional résumé appropriate for each situation.

CR 10.C.2 Produces a record of education and work experiences, licenses, certifications and projects/products to include in a portfolio.

CR 10.C.3 Presents a professional image appropriate for the job interview.

CR 10.C.4 Communicates experiences, knowledge and skills identified in the résumé and portfolio when interviewing.

CR 10.D Professional Development

CR 10.D.1 Identifies opportunities for career advancement.

CR 10.D.2 Uses resources to develop goals that address training, education and self-improvement issues.

CR 10.D.3 Maintains licensure, certification and credentialing requirements.

CR 10.E Entrepreneurship

CR 10.E.1 Understands the knowledge and skills required of an entrepreneur.

CR 10.E.2 Describes the opportunities for entrepreneurship in a given industry.

CR 10.E.3 Weighs the opportunities, benefits and risks of entrepreneurship versus employment in a career.

CR 11 Attends to personal and financial well-being

CR 11.A Personal Well-being

CR 11.A.1 Recognizes the value of a wide range of knowledge and experiences from the arts, culture and humanities to promote intellectual curiosity.

CR 11.A.2 Follows a personal wellness plan that includes healthy eating, exercise and disease prevention.

CR 11.A.3 Builds positive social relationships with supportive friends and family in a community.

CR B Financial Well-being

CR 11.B1. Analyzes choices available to consumers for saving and investing.

CR 11.B.2 Develops a personal budget that aligns to near-term and long-term priorities.

CR 11.B.3 Establishes a good credit history by using credit responsibly.

CR 11.B.4 Understands principles of insurance and identifies appropriate coverage.

CR 11.B.5 Makes wise consumer purchasing decisions and avoids fraudulent financial practices.

CR 11.B.6 Files and pays local, state and federal taxes in a correct and timely manner.

1 Basic Technology Operations & Concepts

1.1 Keyboarding Standards 

TECH.1.1.a Use proper posture and ergonomics.

TECH.1.1.b Locate and use letter and number keys with left and right hand placement.

TECH.1.1.c Locate and use the correct finger/hand for spacebar, enter, and shift keys.

TECH.1.1.d Gain proficiency and speed in keyboarding.

1.2 File Management Standards

TECH.1.2.a Organize files and folders.

TECH.1.2.b Manage files and save documents.

1.3 Operate Basic Device Functionality Standards

TECH.1.3.a Turn on the computer.

TECH.1.3.b Login and logoff the computer

TECH.1.3.c Use a pointing device to click menus and icons.

TECH.1.3.d Open programs, web apps and documents.

TECH.1.3.e Use buttons and media players.

1.4 Hardware & Software Standards

TECH.1.4.a Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between hardware and software.

TECH.1.4.b Troubleshoot basic hardware and software problems.

TECH.1.4.c Identify major computer components.

TECH.1.4.d Describe the components and functions of computers and networks.

TECH.1.4.e Apply strategies for identifying and solving routine problems that occur during everyday computer use.

2 Productivity Applications & Tools

2.1 Word Processing Standards

TECH.2.1.a Write, edit, save and print a document in a sitting. 

TECH.2.1.b Use menu/toolbar functions, such as font size, font style, line spacing to format a document. 

TECH.2.1.c Highlight, copy and paste text.

TECH.2.1.d Copy, paste, insert, and resize images within the documents and from outside sources.

TECH.2.1.e Proofread and edit writing using appropriate resources (spell checker, grammar checker, thesaurus).

TECH.2.1.f Demonstrate the use of intermediate features in word processing applications (i.e. tabs, indents, bullets, numbers, tables, headers, footers).

TECH.2.1.g Apply advanced formatting and page layout features when appropriate (i.e. columns, templates, styles) to improve the appearance of documents and projects.

TECH 2.1.h Use the comment function in review for peer editing.

TECH.2.1.i Use the track changes feature in review for peer editing of documents.

2.2 Spreadsheet Standards 

TECH.2.2.a Enter and edit data and perform calculations using formulas. 

TECH.2.2.b Demonstrate and understanding of recording, organizing, and graphing information. 

TECH.2.2.c Identify and explain terms and concepts related to spreadsheets. (i.e. cells, columns, rows, values, charts, graphs).

TECH.2.2.d Use mathematical symbols appropriately.

TECH.2.2.e Use spreadsheets to make predictions, solve problems and draw conclusions.

TECH.2.2.f Use spreadsheets to calculate, graph, organize, and present data in a variety of real world settings.

TECH.2.2.g Enter formulas and functions in spreadsheet applications.

TECH.2.2.h Use and modify spreadsheets to analyze data and propose solutions.

TECH.2.2.i Use the functions and tools of a spreadsheet application (auto-fill, sort, filter, find).

2.3 Presentation Standards

TECH.2.3.a Create, edit, format text.

TECH.2.3.b Create a series of slides and organize them to present research or convey data.

TECH.2.3.c Copy, paste, insert and resize images within the slides and from outside sources.

TECH.2.3.d Create presentations for a variety of audiences and purposes with the use of appropriate transitions and animations to add interest.

3 Digital Media

3.1 Digital Media Standards

TECH.3.1.a Watch videos and use play, pause, rewind and forward buttons.

TECH.3.1.b Watch videos and use play, pause, rewind and forward buttons while taking notes.

TECH.3.1.c Use painting/drawing tools and other applications to create and edit work.

TECH.3.1.d Create media for a variety of audiences and purposes with the use of appropriate transitions and animations to add interest.

TECH.3.1.e Independently use appropriate technology tools (graphic organizers, audio and video) to define problems and propose hypotheses.

4 Digital Citizenship

4.1 Responsible Use Standards

TECH.4.1.a Demonstrate compliance of Responsible Use Policy and classroom rules regarding technology use and networks.

TECH.4.1.b Explain responsible uses of technology and digital information and describe potential consequences of inappropriate use.

TECH.4.1.c Identify and explain the strategies for the safe and efficient use of computers (passwords, virus protection software, etc.).

TECH.4.1.d Demonstrate safe email practices and appropriate email etiquette.

TECH.4.1.e Identify cyberbullying and describe strategies to deal with such a situation.

TECH.4.1.f Explore social and ethical impacts of technology.

TECH.4.1.g Recognize and describe the potential risks and dangers associated with online communication.

TECH.4.1.h Give examples of hardware and software that enable people with disabilities to use technology.

TECH.4.1.i Analyze and explain how media and data can be used to distort, exaggerate, and misinterpret information.

TECH.4.1.j Explain the potential risks associated with the use of networked digital environments (internet, cell phones, wireless networks) and sharing personal information.

4.2 Copyright Standards

TECH.4.2.a Explain fair use guidelines for copyrighted material (images, music, videos, etc.).

5 Research

5.1 Research Standards

TECH.5.1.a Use internet browser and search engines and online directories, compare the differences, and explain how to disseminate information.

TECH.5.1.b Identify careers and industry opportunities.

TECH.5.1.c Perform basic searches on a database (i.e. library card catalog) to locate information.

TECH.5.1.d Use content specific technology tools to gather and analyze data.

TECH.5.1.e Identify and analyze the purpose of a media message (inform, persuade, entertain).

TECH.5.1.f Identify and explain current hardware and software trends.

TECH.5.1.g Use internet browser and search engines and online directories, compare the differences, and explain how they rank results.

TECH.5.1.h Write correct in-text citations and reference lists for text and images gathered from electronic sources.

TECH.5.1.i Use Web browser to access information (enter a URL, access links, create bookmarks, print web pages).

6 Communication & Collaboration

6.1 Communication & Collaboration Standards

TECH.6.1.a Collaborate using technology.

TECH.6.1.b Use a variety of age-appropriate technologies to communicate and exchange ideas.

TECH.6.1.c Create projects that use text, graphics, audio and video to communicate ideas.

TECH.6.1.d Evaluate presentations for organization, content, design and appropriateness of citation.

TECH.6.1.e Plan and implement a collaborative project with other students using technology tools (email, discussion forums, video conference).

7 Computer Science & Programming

7.1 Computational Thinking Standards

TECH.7.1.a Create algorithms, or series of ordered steps, to solve problems.

TECH.7.1.b Decompose a problem into smaller more manageable parts.

TECH.7.1.c Collect, analyze and represent data effectively.

TECH.7.1.d Demonstrate and understanding of how information is represented, stored, and processed by a computer.

TECH.7.1.e Optimize an algorithm for execution by a computer.

TECH.7.1.f Create simulations/models to understand natural phenomena and test hypotheses.

TECH.7.1.g Evaluate algorithms by their efficiency, correctness, and clarity.

7.2 Programming Standards

TECH.7.2.a Write programs using visual (block-based) programming languages (scratch, code.org).

TECH.7.2.b Create and modify animations, and present work to others.

TECH.7.2.c Write programs using text-based programming languages.

TECH.7.2.d Create web pages with a practical, personal and/or societal purpose.

Mindsets

M 1. Belief in development of whole self, including a healthy balance of mental, social/ emotional and physical well-being

M 2. Self-confidence in ability to succeed

M 3. Sense of belonging in the school environment

M 4. Understanding that postsecondary education and lifelong learning are necessary for long-term career success

M 5. Belief in using abilities to their fullest to achieve high-quality results and outcomes

M 6. Positive attitude toward work and learning

Behavior Learning Strategies

B-LS 1. Demonstrate critical-thinking skills to make informed decisions

B-LS 2. Demonstrate creativity

B-LS 3. Use time-management, organizational and study skills

B-LS 4. Apply self-motivation and self-direction to learning

B-LS 5. Apply media and technology skills

B-LS 6. Set high standards of quality

B-LS 7. Identify long- and short-term academic, career and social/emotional goals

B-LS 8. Actively engage in challenging coursework

B-LS 9. Gather evidence and consider multiple perspectives to make informed decisions

B-LS 10. Participate in enrichment and extracurricular activities

Behavior Self-Management Skills

B-SMS 1. Demonstrate ability to assume responsibility

B-SMS 2. Demonstrate self-discipline and self-control

B-SMS 3. Demonstrate ability to work independently

B-SMS 4. Demonstrate ability to delay immediate gratification for long-term rewards

B-SMS 5. Demonstrate perseverance to achieve long- and short-term goals

B-SMS 6. Demonstrate ability to overcome barriers to learning

B-SMS 7. Demonstrate effective coping skills when faced with a problem

B-SMS 8. Demonstrate the ability to balance school, home and community activities

B-SMS 9. Demonstrate personal safety skills

B-SMS 10. Demonstrate ability to manage transitions and ability to adapt to changing situations and responsibilities

Behavior Social Skills

B-SS 1. Use effective oral and written communication skills and listening skills

B-SS 2. Create positive and supportive relationships with other students

B-SS 3. Create relationships with adults that support success

B-SS 4. Demonstrate empathy

B-SS 5. Demonstrate ethical decision-making and social responsibility

B-SS 6. Use effective collaboration and cooperation skills

B-SS 7. Use leadership and teamwork skills to work effectively in diverse teams

B-SS 8. Demonstrate advocacy skills and ability to assert self, when necessary

B-SS 9. Demonstrate social maturity and behaviors appropriate to the situation and environment

AFNR.HS.20.1 Apply leadership skills and knowledge through the study of the FFA Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO).

AFNR.HS.20.1.a Summarize the three-component model of a comprehensive Agricultural Education Program. 

AFNR.HS.20.1.b Recognize the mission, purpose, and key historical moments in the National FFA Organization. 

AFNR.HS.20.1.c Investigate opportunities available for a member of the FFA. 

AFNR.HS.20.1.d Examine and practice public speaking. 

AFNR.HS.20.1.e Apply the basic principles of Parliamentary Procedure. 

AFNR.HS.20.2 Apply career readiness principles in an authentic workplace environment. 

AFNR.HS.20.2.a Summarize the five components of a Foundational Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE). 

AFNR.HS.20.2.b Investigate the five options for an Immersion SAE 

AFNR.HS.20.2.c Articulate elements of career plans (e.g., academic, AFNR/CTE coursework, FFA/CTSO participation, immersion SAE) required in an AFNR workplace setting. 

AFNR.HS.20.3 Examine career options within agriculture, food, and natural resource systems and perform research based on personal interests. 

AFNR.HS.20.3.a Inventory personal work preferences and interests related to the AFNR Career Field. 

AFNR.HS.20.3.b Identify careers available in multiple AFNR Career Pathways. 

AFNR.HS.20.3.c Determine common qualities of a specific career area (e.g., educational requirements, work environment). 

AFNR.HS.20.3.d Identify necessary steps to prepare for a specific AFNR careers (e.g., coursework, post-secondary, needed skills). 

AFNR.HS.20.3.e Identify opportunities for work placed learning within your community. 

AFNR.HS.20.4 Evaluate the role of water, air, soil, and habitat in the management of natural resource systems. 

AFNR.HS.20.4.a Summarize and classify the different natural resources (e.g., water, soil, renewable, non-renewable). 

AFNR.HS.20.4.b Summarize the components that comprise all ecosystems. 

AFNR.HS.20.4.c Compare and categorize biotic and abiotic factors in various habitats. 

AFNR.HS.20.4.d Identify the importance of water and air quality. 

AFNR.HS.20.4.e Identify the physical qualities of the soil that determine use for the environmental service system. 

AFNR.HS.20.4.f Describe the importance of water conservation.

AFNR.HS.20.5 Differentiate key terms, components, and uses for animals in animal systems. 

AFNR.HS.20.5.a Identify and summarize key terminology used in animal systems (e.g., heifer vs. cow, bull vs. steer, calving, farrowing, bovine, equine). 

AFNR.HS.20.5.b Define the function of basic external and internal organs of animals. 

AFNR.HS.20.5.c Differentiate production animals from companion animals. 

AFNR.HS.20.5.d Classify the major components of production animal systems (e.g., feedlots, cow-calf operations, farrow, finish) and regional distribution. 

AFNR.HS.20.5.e Categorize uses for and products generated from production animals. 

AFNR.HS.20.5.f Classify and determine uses for companion animals. 

AFNR.HS.20.6 Summarize knowledge of plant anatomy and the functions of plant structures and processes to activities associated with plant systems. 

AFNR.HS.20.6.a Classify major components of the plant industry. 

AFNR.HS.20.6.b Classify plants according to life cycles. 

AFNR.HS.20.6.c Identify the function of plant parts. 

AFNR.HS.20.6.d Identify basic processes and role of photosynthesis, respiration, and transpiration. 

AFNR.HS.20.6.e Differentiate between sexual and asexual propagation techniques. 

AFNR.HS.20.7 Synthesize the historical, social, cultural, and potential applications of biotechnology. 

AFNR.HS.20.7.a Summarize biotechnology and the historical impact it has had on agriculture. 

AFNR.HS.20.7.b Identify current and future applications of biotechnology in agriculture, food, and natural resources. 

AFNR.HS.20.7.c Identify common methodologies used in biotechnology. 

AFNR.HS.20.7.d Identify basic cellular structures and genetic terminology. 

AFNR.HS.20.7.e Summarize the scientific and social implications of modern genetically modified organisms. 

AFNR.HS.20.8 Summarize knowledge of the food products & processing industry. 

AFNR.HS.20.8.a Evaluate how different foods affect the human body and its physical and cellular processes. 

AFNR.HS.20.8.b Identify food safety and sanitation procedures for handling and processing to assure food quality. 

AFNR.HS.20.8.c Summarize food safety procedures when storing and distributing products to consumers. 

AFNR.HS.20.8.d Explain the producer-to-consumer processes in the food industry. 

AFNR.HS.20.9 Summarize management principles, skills, and practices in agribusiness. 

AFNR.HS.20.9.a Define major sectors within the agribusiness industry. 

AFNR.HS.20.9.b Identify standard production and agribusiness records and plans. 

AFNR.HS.20.9.c Identify common agribusiness terminology and tools to track and analyze business decisions and transactions. 

AFNR.HS.20.9.d Articulate the role of markets, trade, competition, and price in relation to business sales and market planning. 

AFNR.HS.20.9.e Identify aspects needed to develop and implement an effective record keeping strategy for financial and human resources. 

AFNR.HS.20.10 Create an agricultural project using knowledge of power, structural and technical systems (e.g. procedures, operations, safety, tools, and equipment). 

AFNR.HS.20.10.a Identify and practice safe laboratory practices and procedures. 

AFNR.HS.20.10.b Select and operate proper tools and equipment related to agricultural processes observing all safety precautions. 

AFNR.HS.20.10.c Develop an agricultural project plan with the required project plan components (e.g., purpose, materials, budget, skills required, timeframe). 

AFNR.HS.20.10.d Assess a project plan to completion.

AFNR.HS.11.1 Analyze historic and current trends impacting the animal system industry.

AFNR.HS.11.1.a Identify and summarize the origin, significance, distribution, and domestication of different animal species. 

AFNR.HS.11.1.b Compare and contrast animal production methods for use in animal systems based upon their effectiveness and impacts. 

AFNR.HS.11.1.c Research and summarize major components of animal systems (e.g., livestock, companion animals). 

AFNR.HS.11.2 Evaluate animals based on anatomical and physiological characteristics. 

AFNR.HS.11.2.a Classify animals according to taxonomic classification systems and use (e.g., companion, production). 

AFNR.HS.11.2.b Identify and summarize the properties, locations, functions, and types of animal cells, tissues, organs, and body systems. 

AFNR.HS.11.2.c Apply knowledge of anatomical and physiological characteristics of animals to select animals for specific purposes (e.g., meat animals, breeding animals, seedstock. 

AFNR.HS.11.3 Critique best-practice protocols based upon animal behaviors for animal husbandry and welfare. 

AFNR.HS.11.3.a Explain the implications of animal welfare and animal rights for animal systems. 

AFNR.HS.11.3.b Summarize the challenges involved in working with animals and resources available to overcome them (e.g., tools, technology, equipment, facilities, animal behavior signals). 

AFNR.HS.11.3.c Evaluate animal welfare procedures used to ensure safety and maintain low stress when moving and restraining animals. 

AFNR.HS.11.4 Apply reproductive principles to animal selection, breeding, and production. 

AFNR.HS.11.4.a Identify and categorize reproductive organs of major animal species. 

AFNR.HS.11.4.b Identify and summarize inheritance and terms related to inheritance within animal breeding (e.g., dominant, co-dominant,recessive, homozygous, heterozygous). 

AFNR.HS.11.4.c Compare and contrast various breeding systems (e.g., artificial insemination, embryo transfer, hand breeding). 

AFNR.HS.11.4.d Assess and describe factors that lead to reproductive maturity. 

AFNR.HS.11.4.e Evaluate and select animals for reproductive readiness. 

AFNR.HS.11.5 Analyze the nutritional needs of animals. 

AFNR.HS.11.5.a Identify and summarize essential nutrients required for animal health. 

AFNR.HS.11.5.b Analyze each nutrient’s role in growth and performance. 

AFNR.HS.11.5.c Differentiate between nutritional needs of animal species based on a variety of factors (e.g., types of digestive systems, production goals, management system, growth stage, reproductive stage).

AFNR.HS.25.1 Synthesize the principles of taxonomic systems to classify plants. 

AFNR.HS.25.1.a Classify plants according to the hierarchical classification system, life cycles, plant use, and as monocotyledons or dicotyledons. 

AFNR.HS.25.1.b Describe how classification is used globally in plant identification. 

AFNR.HS.25.1.c Demonstrate the hierarchical classification of an agronomic plant and an ornamental plant. 

AFNR.HS.25.1.d Describe the importance of scientific nomenclature when identifying plants and give an example of a scientific name in association with its common name. 

AFNR.HS.25.2 Summarize principles of plant anatomy to plant production and management. 

AFNR.HS.25.2.a Compare and contrast morphological characteristics of different plant types (e.g., woody and herbaceous plants). 

AFNR.HS.25.2.b Identify role of seed and fruit structures in plant culture and use. 

AFNR.HS.25.2.c Compare the functions, types, and parts of plant roots and stems. 

AFNR.HS.25.2.d Identify and describe the morphological characteristics and functions of different types of leaves. 

AFNR.HS.25.2.e Identify role of flower structures to plant breeding, production, and use. 

AFNR.HS.25.2.f Describe the structures and functions of plant cells and cell organelles.

AFNR.HS.25.3 Evaluate knowledge of photosynthesis and respiration to make decisions on plant production and management. 

AFNR.HS.25.3.a Identify the processes of photosynthesis and its significance to plant life. 

AFNR.HS.25.3.b Summarize the stages of cellular respiration and the resulting products and byproducts. 

AFNR.HS.25.3.c Explain the pathway of water and nutrients entering and within plants. 

AFNR.HS.25.3.d Describe the role of plant structures in primary plant growth (e.g., apical meristem). 

AFNR.HS.25.3.e Identify and categorize the five groups of naturally occurring plant hormones and synthetic growth regulators. 

AFNR.HS.25.3.f Compare and contrast the effects of transpiration and translocation on plants within different plant species. 

AFNR.HS.25.4 Analyze sexual and asexual plant propagation techniques to successfully grow and propagate plants. 

AFNR.HS.25.4.a Determine the purpose of and types of reproduction methods within the production of specific plants. 

AFNR.HS.25.4.b Contrast types of pollination and/or fertilization of flowering plants. 

AFNR.HS.25.4.c Demonstrate various planting techniques for providing favorable conditions for seed germination. 

AFNR.HS.25.4.d Summarize optimal conditions for asexual propagation and demonstrate different techniques used to propagate plants. 

AFNR.HS.25.4.e Describe environmental conditions and types of growing media conducive to optimal plant growth and development. 

AFNR.HS.25.4.f Identify structures and technologies used for controlled atmosphere plant production.

AFNR.HS.25.5 Summarize management of plant development through the selection, planting, and growing of seeds and plants based on global demand, economic importance, and growing conditions. 

AFNR.HS.25.5.a Summarize the benefits of preparing growing media prior to planting. 

AFNR.HS.25.5.b Summarize the stages of plant growth and benefits of controlling plant growth. 

AFNR.HS.25.5.c Summarize the uses of different growing methods for plant production (e.g., vertical farming, soil grown, container gardening, hydroponics, and aquaponics). 

AFNR.HS.25.6 Summarize harvest, transporting, and storage of crops according to current industry standards. 

AFNR.HS.25.6.a Identify harvesting methods and equipment, incorporating safety measures. 

AFNR.HS.25.6.b Identify plant preparation methods for storing and shipping plants and plant products. 

AFNR.HS.25.6.c Assess the stage of growth to determine crop maturity or marketability and demonstrate proper harvesting techniques.

AFNR.HS.3.1 Summarize the history of agricultural businesses in relation to current trends. 

AFNR.HS.3.1.a Identify historical changes and current trends in ag businesses. 

AFNR.HS.3.1.b Explain the importance and variety of current global agricultural markets. 

AFNR.HS.3.1.c Summarize the role of the major sectors of ag businesses, which include supply and inputs, production, processing/manufacturing, transportation, and marketing. 

AFNR.HS.3.2 Analyze agricultural business structures and principles of business management. 

AFNR.HS.3.2.a Differentiate business structures commonly found in agricultural businesses such as cooperatives, corporations, limited liability corporations, and sole proprietorship. 

AFNR.HS.3.2.b Summarize the principles of business structures. 

AFNR.HS.3.2.c Identify government policies within agricultural business structures. 

AFNR.HS.3.3 Design statements of purpose to guide agricultural business goals, objectives, and resource allocation. 

AFNR.HS.3.3.a Identify the need for statements of purpose within agricultural businesses, such as mission statements, vision statements, and/or long and short-term goals. 

AFNR.HS.3.3.b Classify multiple business objectives within a typical production cycle for an agricultural business. 

AFNR.HS.3.3.c Identify aspects needed in creating statements of purpose for an agricultural business. 

AFNR.HS.3.3.d Determine the appropriate utilization of available resources to meet a business’s statement of purpose.

AFNR.HS.3.4 Apply concepts of record keeping to accomplish objectives and manage an established budget within an agricultural business. 

AFNR.HS.3.4.a Define the purpose of record-keeping within an agricultural business and identify examples of tools and methods of record-keeping. 

AFNR.HS.3.4.b Compare and contrast the benefits and limitations of record-keeping systems and practices. 

AFNR.HS.3.4.c Identify the components of records in an agricultural business (e.g., assets, liabilities, debits, credits, and equity.) 

AFNR.HS.3.4.d Explain input and output combinations within agricultural business records. 

AFNR.HS.3.4.e Identify aspects of a budget for an agricultural business. 

AFNR.HS.3.5 Analyze financial information and reports to examine appropriate decision-making in an agricultural business. 

AFNR.HS.3.5.a Calculate balance sheets, income statements, net worth statements, return-on-investment ratios, and inventory statements. 

AFNR.HS.3.5.b Define and analyze cash flow statements and cash flow budgets. 

AFNR.HS.3.5.c Utilize financial information (e.g., financial ratios, net worth, profitability) to evaluate the performance of agricultural businesses. 

AFNR.HS.3.5.d Summarize sources of risk and methods of managing risk in agricultural businesses. 

AFNR.HS.3.5e Explain common methods to acquire capital (e.g., lines of credit, loans, operating notes.) 

AFNR.HS.3.6 Compare various marketing strategies for agricultural businesses. 

AFNR.HS.3.6.a Analyze a marketing plan and key elements of marketing (e.g., product, place, price, and promotion). 

AFNR.HS.3.6.b Classify traditional marketing strategies for agricultural commodities. 

AFNR.HS.3.6.c Identify innovative, non-traditional marketing strategies for agricultural commodities.

AFNR.HS.3.7 Investigate commodity markets and strategies to manage markets for agricultural commodities. 

AFNR.HS.3.7.a Describe the history of commodity markets and their structure in today’s society. 

AFNR.HS.3.7.b Summarize trading in the futures markets utilizing speculation and hedging. 

AFNR.HS.3.7.c Distinguish between cash markets for commodities and commodity marketing plans for producers (e.g., cash prices, basis, forward contracts, futures contracts). 

AFNR.HS.3.7.d Identify patterns in ag commodity markets. 

AFNR.HS.3.8 Evaluate necessary aspects of a business plan for an agricultural business. 

AFNR.HS.3.8.a Identify the components of a business plan for an agricultural business. 

AFNR.HS.3.8.b Determine the characteristics of successful business plans. 

AFNR.HS.3.8.c Formulate a business plan for an agricultural business utilizing the key concepts of business planning.

AFNR.HS.7.1 Assess the psychology behind sales and professional selling. 

AFNR.HS.7.1.a Identify professional sales techniques. 

AFNR.HS.7.1.b Recognize the psychology of selling agricultural products and the relationship of those products to the general population. 

AFNR.HS.7.1.c Classify the key concepts of sales. 

AFNR.HS.7.2 Summarize concepts of sales techniques used in agricultural businesses. 

AFNR.HS.7.2.a Recall the product life cycle for typical agricultural products. 

AFNR.HS.7.2.b Explain the concept of supply and demand, and its relationship to sales. 

AFNR.HS.7.2.c Categorize customer needs and wants. 

AFNR.HS.7.3 Analyze the sales process. 

AFNR.HS.7.3.a Identify agricultural sales skills. 

AFNR.HS.7.3.b Identify the appropriate steps to selling an agricultural product. 

AFNR.HS.7.3.c Design a sales presentation. 

AFNR.HS.7.3.d Critique closing techniques within the sales process.

AFNR.HS.7.4 Explain the significance of customer relationships in the selling process. 

AFNR.HS.7.4.a Describe the benefits of positive customer relationships and the aspects of customer satisfaction. 

AFNR.HS.7.4.b Identify methods of building and maintaining positive customer relationships. 

AFNR.HS.7.4.c Demonstrate solutions for handling customer resistance and/or negative reactions. 

AFNR.HS.7.5 Critique various marketing strategies for agricultural businesses. 

AFNR.HS.7.5.a Describe the role of trade and price in marketing agricultural commodities. 

AFNR.HS.7.5.b Analyze a marketing plan and the key elements of marketing (e.g., product, place, price, and promotion). 

AFNR.HS.7.5.c Compare traditional marketing strategies for agricultural products. 

AFNR.HS.7.5.d Identify innovative, non-traditional marketing strategies for agricultural products. 

AFNR.HS.7.6 Analyze the key concepts in a sales portfolio for agricultural communications. 

AFNR.HS.7.6.a Define the creative strategy in developing a sales portfolio. 

AFNR.HS.7.6.b Draw conclusions regarding successful agricultural sales portfolios and presentations. 

AFNR.HS.7.6.c Distinguish available technology aspects found within a sales portfolio or utilized during sales communications. 

AFNR.HS.7.6.d Develop a comprehensive marketing plan presentation utilizing a sales portfolio and a variety of communications strategies.

AFNR.HS.4.1 Compare and contrast effective communication techniques in agricultural issues and literacy topics. 

AFNR.HS.4.1.a Identify trending issues in historical and modern United States agriculture. 

AFNR.HS.4.1.b Classify and compare agricultural communication strategies of goals, target audience, key messages, and producer scenarios. 

AFNR.HS.4.1.c Classify methods of communication (e.g., verbal, non-verbal, written, visual). 

AFNR.HS.4.2 Demonstrate journalistic writing communication techniques. 

AFNR.HS.4.2.a Identify and critique standard rules of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting for news writing. 

AFNR.HS.4.2.b Compare and contrast the different types of journalistic writing (e.g., feature story, news release, opinionated). 

AFNR.HS.4.2.c Analyze the steps in developing and formatting an effective news story. 

AFNR.HS.4.2.d Develop an agricultural news story using accepted strategies (e.g., inverted pyramid, interpretive journalism).

AFNR.HS.4.3 Analyze the utilization of graphics as methods of marketing and communicating with clients/customers. 

AFNR.HS.4.3.a Compare and contrast the elements of photography (e.g., line, shape, form, texture, pattern, color, space). 

AFNR.HS.4.3.b Identify the key elements of magazine advertisement and understand how they are used to enhance an ad’s effectiveness. 

AFNR.HS.4.3.c Indicate aspects of an effective logo for an agricultural business. 

AFNR.HS.4.3.d Utilize graphics as a part of an effective merchandising and advertising plan. 

AFNR.HS.4.4 Apply concepts of broadcasting media to agricultural communications. 

AFNR.HS.4.4.a Summarize effective communications practices applying to agriculture in the radio communications sector. 

AFNR.HS.4.4.b Examine the changes in television communications and the influence it has on the agricultural sector. 

AFNR.HS.4.4.c Identify and practice current trends in agricultural podcasting. 

AFNR.HS.4.5 Summarize current trends in agricultural communications utilizing online media. 

AFNR.HS.4.5.a Compare and contrast social media outlets and identify successful methods of communications utilizing each method. 

AFNR.HS.4.5.b Explain key elements of design for online media platforms. 

AFNR.HS.4.5.c Explore the methods used in online advertising and summarize processes in designing an online advertisement. 

AFNR.HS.4.6 Exhibit professional public speaking practices. 

AFNR.HS.4.6.a Define specific speaking techniques as deemed effective in the agricultural industry. 

AFNR.HS.4.6.b Use concepts of public speaking to demonstrate proper agricultural-based public speaking methods. 

AFNR.HS.4.6.c Display competency in agriculture literacy through various agricultural topics. 

AFNR.HS.4.6.d Develop logical arguments to exhibit understanding of agriculture in a debate setting. 

AFNR.HS.4.7 Analyze and develop communication methods of a media plan. 

AFNR.HS.4.7.a Explain the steps in selecting a client or situation and effectively identifying their needs. 

AFNR.HS.4.7.b Identify the successful elements of a media plan. 

AFNR.HS.4.7.c Analyze media plans for effective communication methods. 

AFNR.HS.4.7.d Demonstrate concepts of an effective presentation to communicate key points of a media plan.

AFNR.HS.18.1 Investigate trends within the Food Science industry.

AFNR.HS.18.1.a Identify food science career professions. 

AFNR.HS.18.1.b Evaluate career opportunities matched to personal life skills, talents, career goals, and local industry trends within the food science industry. 

AFNR.HS.18.1.c Develop an educational plan to successfully pursue a career in the food science industry. 

AFNR.HS.18.1.d Compare and contrast food production companies and the products they produce. 

AFNR.HS.18.2 Assess the basic principles of proper nutrition, including the identification and evaluation of the six essential nutrients needed for good health. 

AFNR.HS.18.2.a Classify nutrients as either macro or micro. 

AFNR.HS.18.2.b Identify the dietary roles of the six macronutrients. 

AFNR.HS.18.2.c Develop dietary plans based on nutritional needs. 

AFNR.HS.18.3 Evaluate the chemistry of food. 

AFNR.HS.18.3.a Differentiate between simple and complex carbohydrates and their uses in food processing. 

AFNR.HS.18.3.b Describe the functions of amino acids and proteins in food processing. 

AFNR.HS.18.3.c Describe the uses of lipids in food processing. 

AFNR.HS.18.3.d Identify the role of water in food processing

AFNR.HS.18.4 Evaluate the implications of microorganisms in food products on food processing and storage. 

AFNR.HS.18.4.a Distinguish between beneficial and harmful microorganisms and their roles in the creation or spoilage of food products. 

AFNR.HS.18.4.b Identify the process of creating foods utilizing the fermentation process. 

AFNR.HS.18.4.c Analyze conditions and factors that affect the growth of microorganisms within processing and storage facilities. 

AFNR.HS.18.4.d Determine the differences between multicellular parasites, bacteria, yeasts, molds, and viruses. 

AFNR.HS.18.4.e Determine appropriate ways to control and prevent microbial growth in food products. 

AFNR.HS.18.4.f Investigate microorganisms that cause food-borne illness in humans and how to control or eliminate them. 

AFNR.HS.18.5 Assess the physics of food production. 

AFNR.HS.18.5.a Describe the influence of water on food products. 

AFNR.HS.18.5.b Identify a food’s viscosity/fluidity. 

AFNR.HS.18.5.c Classify foods based on their water activity. 

AFNR.HS.18.5.d Explain the difference between smoke point, flash point, and fire point when dealing with oils in processing foods. 

AFNR.HS.18.5.e Explain the science behind emulsions and their role in food processing. 

AFNR.HS.18.6 Evaluate principles and applications of food safety and sanitation. 

AFNR.HS.18.6.a Identify steps in the proper implementation of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Preventative Controls for Human Food. 

AFNR.HS.18.6.b Differentiate between Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and identify the purposes of each. 

AFNR.HS.18.6.c Evaluate procedures and inspection standards for sanitation in the food processing industry. 

AFNR.HS.18.6.d Analyze state and federal laws and regulations governing food inspection standards.

AFNR.HS.9.1. Demonstrate professional standards/employability skills as required by welding professionals associated with the agricultural industry.

AFNR.HS.9.1.a Identify career development and opportunities in the associated fields of the welding industry. 

AFNR.HS.9.1.b Apply information in career planning and employment situations related to agricultural welding. 

AFNR.HS.9.1.c Compare certifications, credentialing, and compliance within the industry. 

AFNR.HS.9.2 Apply safety principles, practices, and guidelines to the work environment. 

AFNR.HS.9.2.a Demonstrate knowledge of safety principles for the laboratory environment and industry. 

AFNR.HS.9.2.b Identify personal and occupational health practices including safety and first-aid practices. 

AFNR.HS.9.2.c Demonstrate awareness of safety devices assembled and installed correctly on tools and devices. 

AFNR.HS.9.2.d Apply the requirements of eye safety protection and other Personal Protection Equipment. 

AFNR.HS.9.2.e Identify the injuries/illnesses possible in the industry and laboratory.

AFNR.HS.9.3 Perform precision measurements. 

AFNR.HS.9.3.a Select and use proper measuring devices. 

AFNR.HS.9.3.b Utilize math formulas to complete work and job tasks. 

AFNR.HS.9.3.c Measure components to begin project preparations. 

AFNR.HS.9.4 Demonstrate use of welding symbols, materials, and weldability. 

AFNR.HS.9.4.a Develop and identify basic drawings, types, symbols, and list of materials. 

AFNR.HS.9.4.b Demonstrate the ability to read and/or produce prints. 

AFNR.HS.9.4.c Identify and explain the knowledge of materials, their properties, and methods to use them. 

AFNR.HS.9.4.d Estimate materials and cost associated. 

AFNR.HS.9.5 Demonstrate types of assembling processes. 

AFNR.HS.9.5.a Demonstrate welding techniques used in an agricultural setting with the following processes: O-A, Arc, GMAW, and/or GTAW. 

AFNR.HS.9.5.b Utilize appropriate procedures to the design and production of a manufactured agricultural part or component. 

AFNR.HS.9.5.c Identify the proper finish for the selected materials.

AFNR.HS.23.1 Demonstrate professional standards/employability skills as required by the industry. 

AFNR.HS.23.1 Demonstrate professional standards/employability skills as required by the industry. 

AFNR.HS.23.1.a Identify career-development opportunities and opportunities in the associated fields of the welding industry. 

AFNR.HS.23.1.b Apply metal and fabrication concepts in career situations related to metals and fabrication . 

AFNR.HS.23.1.c Examine certifications, credentialing, and compliance within the industry. 

AFNR.HS.23.2 Demonstrate safety principles, practices, and guidelines to the work environment. 

AFNR.HS.23.2.a Demonstrate knowledge of safety principles for the laboratory environment and industry. 

AFNR.HS.23.2.b Identify personal and occupational health practices including safety and first-aid practices. 

AFNR.HS.23.2.c Demonstrate awareness of safety devices assembled and installed correctly on tools and devices. 

AFNR.HS.23.2.d Apply the requirements of eye safety protection and other Personal Protection Equipment. 

AFNR.HS.23.2.e Identify potential injuries or illnesses from the industry and laboratory setting.

AFNR.HS.23.3 Summarize the components of proper handling and storage of materials. 

AFNR.HS.23.3.a Identify the proper storage methods of chemicals, hazardous materials, and metal products. 

AFNR.HS.23.3.b Demonstrate proper orientation and operation of all equipment in the laboratory. 

AFNR.HS.23.3.c Identify the composition and classification of the materials. 

AFNR.HS.23.4 Summarize the scheduling process of a product. 

AFNR.HS.23.4.a Identify the steps required and equipment needed to create the product. 

AFNR.HS.23.4.b Define schedule requirements to create a product. 

AFNR.HS.23.4.c Identify materials used in the fabrication process. 

AFNR.HS.23.5 Create a project design, draw, construct, and preserve a metalworking project. 

AFNR.HS.23.5.a Plan metalworking projects using simple drawing techniques. 

AFNR.HS.23.5.b State the use and format of the project and calculate a bill of materials. 

AFNR.HS.23.5.c Apply metalworking knowledge to plan a project using hand and power tools while demonstrating the safe use of these tools according to industry standards. 

AFNR.HS.23.5.d Utilize the proper techniques of welding, cutting, and shaping metal for the construction of the project. 

AFNR.HS.23.5.e Prepare metal projects for finishing by selecting and using appropriate materials for grinding, sanding, and polishing with appropriate materials and finishes.

AFNR.HS.26.3 Demonstrate the safe use of common tools and materials used in woodworking and agricultural construction. 

AFNR.HS.10.1 Evaluate career opportunities and means to achieve those opportunities in each of the AFNR career pathways. 

AFNR.HS.10.1.a Demonstrate personal responsibility in the workplace and community. 

AFNR.HS.10.1.b Demonstrate career readiness skills for career success. 

AFNR.HS.10.1.c Evaluate the steps and requirements to pursue a career opportunity in an AFNR career pathway. 

AFNR.HS.10.1.d Apply appropriate academic and technical skills to demonstrate career success. 

AFNR.HS.10.1.e Examine career opportunities that are matched to personal life skills and talents and career goals in an AFNR pathway of interest. 

AFNR.HS.10.2 Develop employability skills for college and career readiness within AFNR. 

AFNR.HS.10.2.a Model personal responsibility and demonstrate safety in the workplace and community. 

AFNR.HS.10.2.b Synthesize information, knowledge, and experience to generate original ideas and challenge assumptions in the workplace and community. 

AFNR.HS.10.2.c Apply reason and logic to evaluate workplace and community situations from multiple perspectives. 

AFNR.HS.10.2.d Investigate, prioritize, and select solutions to solve problems in the workplace community. 

AFNR.HS.10.2.e Contribute to team-oriented projects and build consensus to accomplish results using cultural global competence in the workplace and community. 

AFNR.HS.10.2.f Identify and demonstrate personal financial management and planning.

AFNR.HS.10.3 Model teamwork and leadership skills in work groups. 

AFNR.HS.10.3.a Employ cooperative leadership skills to accomplish a team goal. 

AFNR.HS.10.3.b Model proper management of teams and large groups. 

AFNR.HS.10.3.c Contribute to team-oriented projects to accomplish results using cultural global competence in the workplace and community.

AFNR.HS.10.4 Model integrity, ethical leadership, and effective management in AFNR career areas. 

AFNR.HS.10.4.a Model characteristics of ethical and effective leaders in the workplace and community. 

AFNR.HS.10.4.b Implement personal management skills to function effectively and efficiently in the workplace. 

AFNR.HS.10.4.c Demonstrate workplace characteristics that contribute to a positive morale and workplace environment. 

AFNR.HS.10.4.d Demonstrate ethical decision-making in real-life situations in agriculture, food, and natural resources. 

AFNR.HS.10.5 Communicate information relevant to agriculture clearly, effectively, and with reason. 

AFNR.HS.10.5.a Demonstrate basic information research skills and techniques. 

AFNR.HS.10.5.b Produce clear, reasoned, and coherently produced, verbal, or visual communication for formal or informal settings. 

AFNR.HS.10.5.c Communicate using strategies that ensure clarity, logic, purpose, and professionalism in formal or informal settings. 

AFNR.HS.10.5.d Utilize new technologies, tools, and applications to maximize productivity and minimize risk in the workplace and community.

Standard 1 Demonstrate characteristics of a positive digital life.

1.1 Explain the functions of computer system components and perform basic troubleshooting. 

1.2 Explore the role digital media plays in daily life by examining their own media habits and online activities. 

1.3 Use proper file management to name, organize, save, print, and retrieve documents. 

1.4 Communicate and collaborate effectively through online productivity based programs and email. 

1.5 Find, compile, and cite information from online sources adhering to fair use guidelines and copyright regulations. 

1.6 Distinguish between effective and ineffective personal information management strategies. (e.g. sharing of personal information, password strength) 

1.7 Understand the consequences of cyberbullying, prevention strategies, and reporting methods. 

Standard 2 Demonstrate keyboarding mastery through proper touch typing technique and workstation management.

2.1 Use proper posture and ergonomics. 

2.2 Demonstrate appropriate keyboarding skills using home row keys and proper key reaches. 

2.3 Develop keyboarding skills to increase speed and accuracy (1 minute paragraph timing: 30 wpm, 90% accuracy). 

Standard 3 Utilize word processing applications to create, edit and enhance documents.

3.1 Compose and format memos, letters, emails, reports, and outlines. 

3.2 Format text including size, color, and typeface. 

3.3 Use document features including headers, footers, margins, and orientation. 

3.4 Format paragraphs including bullets and numbering, justification, line and paragraph spacing, and indentation. 

3.5 Insert and format tables and images. 

3.6 Utilize proofing tools including spelling and grammar checks and formatting markups. 

Standard 4 Utilize spreadsheet applications to organize and manipulate data. 

4.1 Enter and format the data in a worksheet including size, color, typeface. 

4.2 Format the cell including cell width, height, alignment, and merging. 

4.3 Use and create formulas using basic mathematical operations. (e.g. +, -, /, x) 

4.4 Utilize basic functions to analyze data. (e.g. SUM, AVERAGE, MIN, MAX) 

4.5 Create charts as a visual representation of data. 

4.6 Sort and filter data. 

Standard 5 Utilize presentation applications to communicate information to an audience. 

5.1 Create a digital presentation to represent information in an organized and meaningful way. 

5.2 Format and edit a presentation (e.g. insert slide, change font and slide colors) 

5.3 Insert media such as graphics, audio, and/or video. 

5.4 Use and share presentation with an audience. 

Standard 6 Explore digital media and design concepts and applications. 

6.1 Apply basic design principles (e.g. contrast of background/text colors, text size/font). 

6.2 Edit and manipulate media (image, audio, video) using basic computer applications. 

6.3 Differentiate between different file extensions. 

Standard 7 Students will explore basic computer science technology. 

7.1 Learn how computers input, output, store, and process information to help humans solve problems. 

7.2 Use an algorithm (step by step directions) to design solutions to a problem. 

7.3 Create a simple program using a programming language. 

Standard 8 Explore careers in the Information Technology career field. 

8.1 Explore Information Technology careers. 

8.2 Explore Information Technology course offerings at the high school level to pursue careers in technology.

Standard 1 Understand fundamental economic concepts to obtain a foundation for employment in business.

1.1 Distinguish between needs and wants

1.2 Differentiate between economic goods and services.

1.3 Identify economic resources used to produce goods and service 

1.4 Describe the concepts of opportunity cost, scarcity, supply and demand 

1.5 Explain the types of economic systems (market, command, traditional and mixed)

Standard 2 Demonstrate the fundamental principles of money needed to make financial exchanges.

2.1 Explain forms of financial exchange (cash, checks, credit, debit, electronic funds transfer, etc.)

2.2 Describe functions of money (medium of exchange, unit of measure, store of value)

Standard 3 Manage personal finances to achieve financial goals.

3.1 Identify personal financial goals

3.2 Describe sources of income (wages/salaries, interest)

3.3 Interpret a pay stub

3.4 Prepare bank account documents (e.g. checks, deposit/withdrawal slips, endorsements, etc.)

3.5 Monitor and verify financial accounts

Standard 4 Participate in career planning to enhance job-success potential.

4.1 Discover personal interests, traits, and skills and how they relate to career opportunities

4.2 Analyze employer expectations and workplace culture

4.3 Explore career opportunities

Standard 5 Understand entrepreneurship as an important source of economic growth through innovation.

5.1 Compare and contrast types of business ownership

5.2 Research notable entrepreneurs and identify common characteristics 

5.3 Investigate entrepreneurial opportunities

5.4 Create a business plan utilizing technology

5.5 Present the business plan 

BMM.HS.1.1 Explain the purpose of and demonstrate the steps of the accounting cycle using generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).  

BMM.HS.1.1.a Define accounting and related concepts to explain the purpose of the accounting system and its relationship to business. 

BMM.HS.1.1.b Analyze business transactions using a journal and describe the effect on the accounting equation. 

BMM.HS.1.1.c Apply the concepts of debits and credits through the use of T-accounts, normal account balances, and the chart of accounts.  

BMM.HS.1.1.d Evaluate changes in a fiscal period using financial statements and worksheets. 

BMM.HS.1.1.e Analyze and record transactions including adjusting, closing, and correcting entries.  

BMM.HS.1.1.f Post to the ledger and compare the relationship between journals, ledgers, and financial statements. 

BMM.HS.1.2 Demonstrate the importance of cash control procedures and ethics in business. 

BMM.HS.1.2.a Define and apply cash control procedures by using documents to verify balances.  

BMM.HS.1.2.b Apply appropriate techniques to account for investments and withdrawals by owners.  

BMM.HS.1.2.c Explain a need for a code of ethics in accounting and the ethical responsibilities required of accountants.  

BMM.HS.1.2.d Demonstrate ethical decision-making skills through business scenarios. 

BMM.HS.1.3 Prepare, interpret, and analyze financial statements for a sole proprietorship.  

BMM.HS.1.3.a Evaluate the impact of data used in the development of financial statements.  

BMM.HS.1.3.b  Prepare an income statement and balance sheet. 

BMM.HS.1.3.c Assess financial statements to summarize business performance.   

BMM.HS.1.4 Investigate career opportunities, career readiness skills, and technology in the field of accounting.  

BMM.HS.1.4.a Research the educational requirements, certifications, and skills needed to be successful in an accounting-related career. 

BMM.HS.1.4.b Describe various careers and opportunities related to accounting.  

BMM.HS.1.4.c Demonstrate both verbal and nonverbal communication skills related to the workplace.  

BMM.HS.1.4.d Apply analytical, critical thinking, and leadership skills to the workplace.  

BMM.HS.1.4.e Demonstrate the ability to work as a team by setting goals and accomplishing individual and team tasks on time. 

BMM.HS.1.4.f Understand the use of information technology in the accounting industry.

BMM.HS.2.1 Explain the purpose and demonstrate the steps of the accounting cycle for a corporation using generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) 

BMM.HS.2.1.a Define accounting and related concepts to explain the purpose of the accounting system and its relationship to business. 

BMM.HS.2.1.b Analyze business transactions using special journals and describe the effect on the accounting equation. 

BMM.HS.2.1.c Prepare a worksheet and financial statements to evaluate changes in a fiscal period.  

BMM.HS.2.1.d Analyze and record transactions including adjusting, closing, and correcting entries. 

BMM.HS.2.1.e Prepare posts to the ledger and compare the relationship between journals, ledgers, and financial statements. 

BMM.HS.2.1.f Compare the different forms of business ownership and the advantages and disadvantages of each form. 

BMM.HS.2.2 Prepare and maintain payroll records and business-tax-related records. 

BMM.HS.2.2.a Prepare and maintain payroll records and tax forms. 

BMM.HS.2.2.b Calculate various forms of earning (e.g., hourly, salary, commission).  

BMM.HS.2.2.c Calculate employee and employer tax deductions (e.g., Social Security, Medicare, state income tax, federal income tax, unemployment).  

BMM.HS.2.2.d Differentiate between taxation at the personal and business levels. 

BMM.HS.2.3 Prepare, interpret, and analyze financial statements for a corporation.   

BMM.HS.2.3.a Prepare an income statement, statement of stockholders’ equity, and balance sheet. 

BMM.HS.2.3.b Prepare and understand specialized financial statements for controlling and subsidiary accounts.  

BMM.HS.2.3.c Analyze the effect of the capital stock, retained earnings, and dividend accounts for a corporation. 

BMM.HS.2.3.d Evaluate the impact of data and assess financial statements including ratios to summarize business performance. 

BMM.HS.2.4 Prepare and maintain payroll records and business-tax-related records. 

BMM.HS.2.4.a Demonstrate both verbal and nonverbal communication skills related to the workplace. 

BMM.HS.2.4.b Apply analytical, critical thinking, and leadership skills to the workplace.  

BMM.HS.2.4.c Demonstrate the ability to work in a team by setting goals and accomplishing individual and team tasks on time.  

BMM.HS.2.4.d Explain a need for a code of ethics in accounting and the ethical responsibilities required of accountants.  

BMM.HS.2.4.e Demonstrate ethical decision-making skills through business scenarios.  

BMM.HS.2.4.f Understand the use of information technology in the accounting industry.  

BMM.HS.3.1 Explain the purpose of and demonstrate the steps of the accounting cycle of a merchandising business using generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). This may be completed with a departmentalized business. 

BMM.HS.3.1.a Define and identify accounting terms, concepts, and practices related to financial reporting for a merchandising business. 

BMM.HS.3.1.b Demonstrate journaling and post business transactions related to cash receipts, cash payments, sales, and purchases. 

BMM.HS.3.1.c Calculate and record employee and employer payroll taxes.  

BMM.HS.3.1.d Prepare and analyze financial statements for a merchandising business. 

BMM.HS.3.1.e Complete end-of-period work for a merchandising business. 

BMM.HS.3.1.f Perform ratio analysis of financial statements. 

BMM.HS.3.2 Apply accounting principles to plan, count, and cost inventory.  

BMM.HS.3.2.a Describe the differences between the periodic and perpetual inventory systems and record business transactions using both methods. 

BMM.HS.3.2.b Define and calculate cost of goods sold and ending inventory using the LIFO, FIFO, and weighted average inventory costing methods. 

BMM.HS.3.2.c Calculate inventory turnover ratio. 

BMM.HS.3.3 Plan, record, and apply general accounting adjustments. 

BMM.HS.3.3.a Define and identify accounting terms, concepts, and practices related to the adjusting entry process. 

BMM.HS.3.3.b Calculate and record adjustments for estimated uncollectible accounts using appropriate methods.   

BMM.HS.3.3.c Journalize the purchase and disposal of plant assets. 

BMM.HS.3.3.d Calculate and record depreciation using various methods.  

BMM.HS.3.3.e Demonstrate journaling transactions and adjustments for notes payable, prepaid expenses, and accrued expenses.

BMM.HS.3.3.f Demonstrate journaling transactions and adjustments for notes receivable,  unearned revenue, and accrued revenue. 

BMM.HS.3.4 Explain and demonstrate the skills and competencies needed to be successful and ethical in an accounting-related career. 

BMM.HS.3.4.a Research various careers and opportunities related to accounting. 

BMM.HS.3.4.b Demonstrate both verbal and nonverbal communication skills related to the workplace. 

BMM.HS.3.4.c Apply analytical, critical thinking, and leadership skills to the workplace. 

BMM.HS.3.4.d Demonstrate the ability to work in a team by setting goals and accomplishing individual and team tasks on time. 

BMM.HS.3.4.e Demonstrate ethical decision-making skills through business scenarios.  

BMM.HS.3.4.f Assess the use of information technology in the accounting industry.  

BMM.HS.4.1 Apply accounting concepts and demonstrate the steps of the accounting cycle for a corporation using generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).  

BMM.HS.4.1.a Define and identify accounting terms, concepts, and practices related to corporate accounting including acquiring additional capital and financial analysis. 

BMM.HS.4.1.b Interpret transactions related to a corporation and its stocks and dividends and how to journalize.   

BMM.HS.4.1.c Calculate and journalize transactions related to acquiring additional capital (e.g., stock, treasury stock, and bonds payable).  

BMM.HS.4.1.d Prepare, analyze, and interpret corporate financial statements. 

BMM.HS.4.1.e Complete end-of-period procedures for a corporation. 

BMM.HS.4.1.f Perform ratio analysis of financial statements. 

BMM.HS.4.2 Apply management accounting concepts. 

BMM.HS.4.2.a Define and identify accounting terms, concepts, and practices related to budgetary planning and control, cost-volume-profit analysis, present-value  analysis, and financial statement analysis. 

BMM.HS.4.2.b Prepare a budget, budgeted income statement, and performance report. 

BMM.HS.4.2.c Determine break-even point. 

BMM.HS.4.2.d Perform calculations related to cost-volume-profit and present-value analysis.  

BMM.HS.4.2.e Analyze the long-term financial strength of a business through ratio analysis of  financial statements. 

BMM.HS.4.3 Identify accounting principles for other types of businesses. 

BMM.HS.4.3.a Define and identify accounting terms, concepts, and practices related to cost accounting and financial reporting for a manufacturing business. 

BMM.HS.4.3.b Define and identify accounting terms, concepts, and practices related to  accounting for a partnership and not-for-profit organizations.  

BMM.HS.4.3.c Differentiate between the types, purposes, and characteristics of not-for-profit organizations (e.g., governmental, religious, charitable, educational). 

BMM.HS.4.4 Assess the financial strength of a business. 

BMM.HS.4.4.a Define and identify accounting terms, concepts, and practices related to financial statements and analysis 

BMM.HS.4.4.b Explain how financial statements are used to analyze a business.   

BMM.HS.4.4.c Perform a horizontal and vertical analysis of financial statements. 

BMM.HS.4.4.d Compute the financial ratios to evaluate a business (e.g., profitability, liquidity, solvency, financial condition, and operating results). 

BMM.HS.4.5 Apply accounting practices related to a statement of cash flows. 

BMM.HS.4.5.a Define and identify accounting terms, concepts, and practices related to a  statement of cash flow. 

BMM.HS.4.5.b Distinguish among operating, investing, and financing cash flows.. 

BMM.HS.4.5.c Differentiate between the indirect and direct method of the Statement of Cash Flows. 

BMM.HS.4.5.d Prepare the statement of cash flows by the indirect method. 

BMM.HS.4.5.e Use the cash flow to evaluate business performance. 

BMM.HS.4.6 Explain and demonstrate the career readiness skills and competencies needed to be successful and ethical in an accounting-related career.

BMM.HS.4.6.a Demonstrate both verbal and nonverbal communication skills related to the workplace.   

BMM.HS.4.6.b Apply analytical, critical thinking, and leadership skills to the workplace.   

BMM.HS.4.6.c Demonstrate the ability to work in a team by setting goals and accomplishing individual and team tasks on time.  

BMM.HS.4.6.d Demonstrate ethical decision-making skills through business scenarios. 

BMM.HS.4.6.e Understand the use of information technology in the accounting industry.

BMM.HS.22.1 Develop and evaluate a plan to earn an income and manage finances to achieve personal goals. 

BMM.HS.22.1.a Identify various forms of income and analyze the career clusters to explore how career choice, level of education, geographical location, type of industry, skill level, and work ethic affect income and personal goal attainment. 

BMM.HS.22.1.b Analyze the impact of sociological, economic, and technological changes on the future job outlook and potential to earn income. 

BMM.HS.22.1.c Interpret a pay stub to calculate gross and net pay. 

BMM.HS.22.1.d Evaluate the impact of taxes on personal financial planning. 

BMM.HS.22.1.e Describe information needed and required forms relevant to the completion of state and federal income tax forms (e.g., W-4, W-2, 1040). 

BMM.HS.22.1.f Develop and evaluate a personal budget based on income, employee benefits and incentives, savings and investment goals, and retirement contributions and analyze the life cycle of net worth. 

BMM.HS.22.2 Examine budgeting, savings, and investment strategies based on individual preferences and circumstances to achieve financial goals. 

BMM.HS.22.2.a Compare and contrast saving and investing strategies that consider risk, return, and building wealth. 

BMM.HS.22.2.b Determine factors that influence decisions to save. 

BMM.HS.22.2.c Create short- and long-term financial goals for a personal budget. 

BMM.HS.22.2.d Analyze the power of compound interest and the importance of starting early in implementing a plan of saving. BMM.HS.22.2.e Examine the concept of time, value of money, and rates of return that impact monetary decisions. 

BMM.HS.22.2.f Investigate opportunities to participate in employer-sponsored retirement plans (e.g., IRA, 401K, Roth IRA). 

BMM.HS.22.3 Compare and evaluate the products and services financial institutions provide. 

BMM.HS.22.3.a Describe and explain the use of different forms of financial exchange (e.g., cash, credit, debit, electronic funds transfer, and other emerging payment forms, etc.) from a local, national, and global consumer perspective. 

BMM.HS.22.3.b Explain legal and ethical responsibilities associated with financial exchanges. 

BMM.HS.22.3.c Identify the structure and functions of the Federal Reserve System and how it facilitates the functions of money. 

BMM.HS.22.3.d Distinguish between the various types of financial institutions and the basic products and services provided and evaluate each for related costs and fees. 

BMM.HS.22.3.e Compare and contrast types of checking and savings accounts and the forms of financial exchange. 

BMM.HS.22.3.f Analyze privacy and security issues associated with financial exchanges (e.g. cash transfers, electronic payments, mobile payments, online and traditional banking, etc.) 

BMM.HS.22.4 Analyze factors that affect the choice of credit, the cost of credit, maintaining credit, and the legal aspects of using credit for personal goals 

BMM.HS.22.4.a Identify the C’s of creditworthiness (e.g., collateral, character, capacity, conditions). 

BMM.HS.22.4.b Evaluate the opportunity cost for each financial decision involving credit (e.g., credit cards, auto loans, college loans). 

BMM.HS.22.4.c Compare and contrast the various aspects of a decision to use credit (e.g., APR, grace period, incentive buying, methods of calculating interest, and fees). 

BMM.HS.22.4.d Research the rights and responsibilities of consumers according to credit legislation (e.g., truth-in-lending, fair credit reporting, equal credit opportunity, fair debt collection). 

BMM.HS.22.4.e Explain the importance of credit ratings and credit scores and the effect on an individual’s credit report, cost of credit, and future use of credit. 

BMM.HS.22.4.f Investigate methods to resolve credit discrepancies and minimize the danger and ramifications of identity theft. 

BMM.HS.22.5 Apply a decision-making model to maximize consumer satisfaction when buying goods and services. 

BMM.HS.22.5.a Identify and use reliable consumer resources to collect information for making buying decisions about durable and nondurable goods. 

BMM.HS.22.5.b Identify consumer rights laws and explain how they protect consumer rights. 

BMM.HS.22.5.c Develop comparison shopping practices and apply them to purchasing decisions. 

BMM.HS.22.5.d Compare the costs and benefits of purchasing, leasing, and renting (e.g., vehicle, tools, furniture, and housing). 

BMM.HS.22.5.e Research the types and use of consumer assistance services and advocacy groups provided to address consumer rights and responsibilities (e.g., government, the Better Business Bureau, and manufacturers). 

BMM.HS.22.5.f Describe the role of supply and demand on the availability and price of goods and services in the regional, national, and international marketplace. 

BMM.HS.22.5.g Examine the impact of advertising and marketing on consumer demand and decision making in the regional, national, and international marketplace. 

BMM.HS.22.6 Analyze choices available to consumers for protection against risk and financial loss. 

BMM.HS.22.6.a Define and utilize the terms, concepts, and practices instrumental to varied forms of insurance (e.g. deductible, premium, peril, risk, etc.). 

BMM.HS.22.6.b Compare risk management strategies (e.g., retention, avoidance, reduction, transfer). 

BMM.HS.22.6.c Explain how one’s mindset, habits, behaviors, and choices affect the cost of insurance and identify ways consumers can reduce this cost (e.g. smokers are charged more for health insurance and quitting smoking could reduce that cost). 

BMM.HS.22.6.d Compare and contrast types of insurance associated with different risks (e.g., auto mobile, personal and professional liability, home, renters, health, life, long-term care, disability). 

BMM.HS.22.6.e Develop a plan for insurance coverage taking into account coverage, premium costs, willingness to take risks, income, age, and socioeconomic status. 

BMM.HS.22.6.f Explain how retirement planning and estate planning are risk-management strategies. 

BMM.HS.22.7 Analyze choices and resources available for financing postsecondary education. 

BMM.HS.22.7.a Describe the multiple pathways to postsecondary education and career preparedness and analyze the costs and benefits associated with each choice. 

BMM.HS.22.7.b Identify the purpose of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine eligibility for grants, scholarships, and loans and the essential information. 

BMM.HS.22.7.c Evaluate the costs and benefits of postsecondary education funding and any repayment requirements (e.g. NEST 529 college saving plan, scholarships, grants, federal and private loans, work-study, etc.). 

BMM.HS.22.7.d Explore the options for borrowers struggling to make payments and the consequences of failure to repay student loans. 

BMM.HS.22.7.e Correlate salary potential to the education requirements of different careers by identifying strategies to reduce student loan debt.

BMM.HS.22.1 Develop and evaluate a plan to earn an income and manage finances to achieve personal goals. 

BMM.HS.22.1.a Identify various forms of income and analyze the career clusters to explore how career choice, level of education, geographical location, type of industry, skill level, and work ethic affect income and personal goal attainment. 

BMM.HS.22.1.b Analyze the impact of sociological, economic, and technological changes on the future job outlook and potential to earn income. 

BMM.HS.22.1.c Interpret a pay stub to calculate gross and net pay. 

BMM.HS.22.1.d Evaluate the impact of taxes on personal financial planning. 

BMM.HS.22.1.e Describe information needed and required forms relevant to the completion of state and federal income tax forms (e.g., W-4, W-2, 1040). 

BMM.HS.22.1.f Develop and evaluate a personal budget based on income, employee benefits and incentives, savings and investment goals, and retirement contributions and analyze the life cycle of net worth. 

BMM.HS.22.2 Examine budgeting, savings, and investment strategies based on individual preferences and circumstances to achieve financial goals. 

BMM.HS.22.2.a Compare and contrast saving and investing strategies that consider risk, return, and building wealth. 

BMM.HS.22.2.b Determine factors that influence decisions to save. 

BMM.HS.22.2.c Create short- and long-term financial goals for a personal budget. 

BMM.HS.22.2.d Analyze the power of compound interest and the importance of starting early in implementing a plan of saving. BMM.HS.22.2.e Examine the concept of time, value of money, and rates of return that impact monetary decisions. 

BMM.HS.22.2.f Investigate opportunities to participate in employer-sponsored retirement plans (e.g., IRA, 401K, Roth IRA). 

BMM.HS.22.3 Compare and evaluate the products and services financial institutions provide. 

BMM.HS.22.3.a Describe and explain the use of different forms of financial exchange (e.g., cash, credit, debit, electronic funds transfer, and other emerging payment forms, etc.) from a local, national, and global consumer perspective. 

BMM.HS.22.3.b Explain legal and ethical responsibilities associated with financial exchanges. 

BMM.HS.22.3.c Identify the structure and functions of the Federal Reserve System and how it facilitates the functions of money. 

BMM.HS.22.3.d Distinguish between the various types of financial institutions and the basic products and services provided and evaluate each for related costs and fees. 

BMM.HS.22.3.e Compare and contrast types of checking and savings accounts and the forms of financial exchange. 

BMM.HS.22.3.f Analyze privacy and security issues associated with financial exchanges (e.g. cash transfers, electronic payments, mobile payments, online and traditional banking, etc.) 

BMM.HS.22.4 Analyze factors that affect the choice of credit, the cost of credit, maintaining credit, and the legal aspects of using credit for personal goals 

BMM.HS.22.4.a Identify the C’s of creditworthiness (e.g., collateral, character, capacity, conditions). 

BMM.HS.22.4.b Evaluate the opportunity cost for each financial decision involving credit (e.g., credit cards, auto loans, college loans). 

BMM.HS.22.4.c Compare and contrast the various aspects of a decision to use credit (e.g., APR, grace period, incentive buying, methods of calculating interest, and fees). 

BMM.HS.22.4.d Research the rights and responsibilities of consumers according to credit legislation (e.g., truth-in-lending, fair credit reporting, equal credit opportunity, fair debt collection). 

BMM.HS.22.4.e Explain the importance of credit ratings and credit scores and the effect on an individual’s credit report, cost of credit, and future use of credit. 

BMM.HS.22.4.f Investigate methods to resolve credit discrepancies and minimize the danger and ramifications of identity theft. 

BMM.HS.22.5 Apply a decision-making model to maximize consumer satisfaction when buying goods and services. 

BMM.HS.22.5.a Identify and use reliable consumer resources to collect information for making buying decisions about durable and nondurable goods. 

BMM.HS.22.5.b Identify consumer rights laws and explain how they protect consumer rights. 

BMM.HS.22.5.c Develop comparison shopping practices and apply them to purchasing decisions. 

BMM.HS.22.5.d Compare the costs and benefits of purchasing, leasing, and renting (e.g., vehicle, tools, furniture, and housing). 

BMM.HS.22.5.e Research the types and use of consumer assistance services and advocacy groups provided to address consumer rights and responsibilities (e.g., government, the Better Business Bureau, and manufacturers). 

BMM.HS.22.5.f Describe the role of supply and demand on the availability and price of goods and services in the regional, national, and international marketplace. 

BMM.HS.22.5.g Examine the impact of advertising and marketing on consumer demand and decision making in the regional, national, and international marketplace. 

BMM.HS.22.6 Analyze choices available to consumers for protection against risk and financial loss. 

BMM.HS.22.6.a Define and utilize the terms, concepts, and practices instrumental to varied forms of insurance (e.g. deductible, premium, peril, risk, etc.). 

BMM.HS.22.6.b Compare risk management strategies (e.g., retention, avoidance, reduction, transfer). 

BMM.HS.22.6.c Explain how one’s mindset, habits, behaviors, and choices affect the cost of insurance and identify ways consumers can reduce this cost (e.g. smokers are charged more for health insurance and quitting smoking could reduce that cost). 

BMM.HS.22.6.d Compare and contrast types of insurance associated with different risks (e.g., auto mobile, personal and professional liability, home, renters, health, life, long-term care, disability). 

BMM.HS.22.6.e Develop a plan for insurance coverage taking into account coverage, premium costs, willingness to take risks, income, age, and socioeconomic status. 

BMM.HS.22.6.f Explain how retirement planning and estate planning are risk-management strategies. 

BMM.HS.22.7 Analyze choices and resources available for financing postsecondary education. 

BMM.HS.22.7.a Describe the multiple pathways to postsecondary education and career preparedness and analyze the costs and benefits associated with each choice. 

BMM.HS.22.7.b Identify the purpose of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine eligibility for grants, scholarships, and loans and the essential information. 

BMM.HS.22.7.c Evaluate the costs and benefits of postsecondary education funding and any repayment requirements (e.g. NEST 529 college saving plan, scholarships, grants, federal and private loans, work-study, etc.). 

BMM.HS.22.7.d Explore the options for borrowers struggling to make payments and the consequences of failure to repay student loans. 

BMM.HS.22.7.e Correlate salary potential to the education requirements of different careers by identifying strategies to reduce student loan debt.

BMM.HS.12.1 Apply economic reasoning skills to make informed decisions and become effective participants in the economy at all levels. 

BMM.HS.12.1.a Evaluate decisions by systematically considering alternatives and consequences through the use of cost benefit analysis. 

BMM.HS.12.1.b Analyze how incentives influence choices that may result in policies with a range of costs and benefits for different groups. 

BMM.HS.12.1.c Assess the incentives for investing in personal education, skills, and talents. 

BMM.HS.12.1.d Examine data about current economic conditions and how these conditions can influence decisions. 

BMM.HS.12.2 Explain the role of markets in determining prices and allocating scarce goods and services. 

BMM.HS.12.2.a Understand the role of competition, markets, and prices. 

BMM.HS.12.2.b Illustrate how markets determine changing equilibrium prices through supply and demand analysis. 

BMM.HS.12.2.c Hypothesize how competition between sellers could result in lower prices, higher-quality products, and better customer service.

BMM.HS.12.2.d Investigate possible causes and consequences of shortages and surpluses. 

BMM.HS.12.3 Explain how economic institutions such as clearly defined property rights, open markets, and the rule of law impact different individuals and various groups. 

BMM.HS.12.3.a Summarize and assess the functions of economic institutions (e.g., property rights, open markets, and the rule of law) and their effects on markets and entrepreneurship. 

BMM.HS.12.3.b Explain how the U.S. government defines, enforces, and puts limitations on the economic institutions (e.g., property rights, open markets, and the rule of law) and compare this to other countries. 

BMM.HS.12.3.c Calculate and describe the impact of economic indicators (e.g., GDP, unemployment, inflation) including common uses and possible measurement error(s). 

BMM.HS.12.3.d Describe the functions, roles, and limitations of the Federal Reserve System and its influence through monetary policy. 

BMM.HS.12.3.e Explain how banks and a sound monetary system are critical to a functioning economy. 

BMM.HS.12.4 Demonstrate personal and business financial management by developing plans to support short- and long-term goals. 

BMM.HS.12.4.a Identify and critique the tools, strategies, and systems used to establish, build, maintain, monitor, and control the use of financial resources. 

BMM.HS.12.4.b Demonstrate an understanding of decisions related to checking accounts, loans, down payments, insurance, taxes, and compound interest. 

BMM.HS.12.4.c Develop a plan to support short- and long-term goals including budgeting, career planning, banking, debt management, effects of taxes on income, and retirement planning.

BMM.HS.12.4.d Evaluate savings, investment, and risk management strategies to achieve short- and long-term goals. 

BMM.HS.12.5 Analyze the roles and responsibilities of government from different economic perspectives. 

BMM.HS.12.5.a Examine how governments utilize taxation to provide goods and services to society. 

BMM.HS.12.5.b Analyze how the government can use taxation and spending policies to influence behavior and alter market outcomes. 

BMM.HS.12.5.c Critique government policies and regulations in areas of market failure. 

BMM.HS.12.5.d Evaluate the effects of fiscal policy on economic outcomes including budget deficits/surpluses, national debt, and economic systems. 

BMM.HS.12.5.e Compare the impact a government’s fiscal policy has on different types of economic systems (e.g,. command/communism, mixed, socialism, market, and traditional economic systems). 

BMM.HS.12.5.f Evaluate how the government uses economic indicators (e.g., unemployment rate, inflation, and real GDP) to influence their fiscal policy decisions and describe the possible outcomes. 

BMM.HS.12.5.g Evaluate and critique the costs and benefits of current events and public policy alternatives and assess who enjoys the benefits and who bears (takes on) the costs. 

BMM.HS.12.6 Determine how international trade affects individuals, organizations, the domestic economy, and other nations. 

BMM.HS.12.6.a Explore comparative advantage among different countries. 

BMM.HS.12.6.b Calculate exchange rates and explain the impact of the strength of the dollar on economic decisions. 

BMM.HS.12.6.c Explain how current globalization trends and policies affect economic growth, labor markets, rights of citizens, the environment, and resource and income distribution in different nations. 

BMM.HS.12.6.d Compare and contrast examples of specific goods and services that countries trade globally. 

BMM.HS.12.6.e Analyze the impact on prices and quantities of various trade policies, both domestically and internationally. 

WBL.HS.10.1 Evaluate career opportunities and means to achieve those opportunities in each of the WBL career pathways. 

WBL.HS.10.1.a Demonstrate personal responsibility in the workplace and community. 

WBL.HS.10.1.b Demonstrate career readiness skills for career success. 

WBL.HS.10.1.c Evaluate the steps and requirements to pursue a career opportunity in an WBL career pathway. 

WBL.HS.10.1.d Apply appropriate academic and technical skills to demonstrate career success. 

WBL.HS.10.1.e Examine career opportunities that are matched to personal life skills and talents and career goals in an WBL pathway of interest. 

WBL.HS.10.2 Develop employability skills for college and career readiness within WBL. 

WBL.HS.10.2.a Model personal responsibility and demonstrate safety in the workplace and community. 

WBL.HS.10.2.b Synthesize information, knowledge, and experience to generate original ideas and challenge assumptions in the workplace and community. 

WBL.HS.10.2.c Apply reason and logic to evaluate workplace and community situations from multiple perspectives. 

WBL.HS.10.2.d Investigate, prioritize, and select solutions to solve problems in the workplace community. 

WBL.HS.10.2.e Contribute to team-oriented projects and build consensus to accomplish results using cultural global competence in the workplace and community. 

WBL.HS.10.2.f Identify and demonstrate personal financial management and planning.

WBL.HS.10.3 Model teamwork and leadership skills in work groups. 

WBL.HS.10.3.a Employ cooperative leadership skills to accomplish a team goal. 

WBL.HS.10.3.b Model proper management of teams and large groups. 

WBL.HS.10.3.c Contribute to team-oriented projects to accomplish results using cultural global competence in the workplace and community. 

WBL.HS.10.4 Model integrity, ethical leadership, and effective management in WBL career areas. 

WBL.HS.10.4.a Model characteristics of ethical and effective leaders in the workplace and community. 

WBL.HS.10.4.b Implement personal management skills to function effectively and efficiently in the workplace. 

WBL.HS.10.4.c Demonstrate workplace characteristics that contribute to a positive morale and workplace environment. 

WBL.HS.10.4.d Demonstrate ethical decision-making in real-life situations in agriculture, food, and natural resources. 

WBL.HS.10.5 Communicate information relevant to agriculture clearly, effectively, and with reason. 

WBL.HS.10.5.a Demonstrate basic information research skills and techniques. 

WBL.HS.10.5.b Produce clear, reasoned, and coherently produced, verbal, or visual communication for formal or informal settings. 

WBL.HS.10.5.c Communicate using strategies that ensure clarity, logic, purpose, and professionalism in formal or informal settings. 

WBL.HS.10.5.d Utilize new technologies, tools, and applications to maximize productivity and minimize risk in the workplace and community.

CIS.HS.10.1 Model positive digital citizenship by applying industry-accepted ethical practices and behaviors. 

CIS.HS.10.1.a Examine and practice cultural, social, ethical, and legal issues associated with information technology. 

CIS.HS.10.1.b Formulate a critical stance by questioning the validity, accuracy, and appropriateness of information. 

CIS.HS.10.1.c Demonstrate a variety of strategies for effective and efficient searches. 

CIS.HS.10.1.d Evaluate safety and security measures for protecting information and developing digital footprints. 

CIS.HS.10.2 Use document processing applications to prepare business communications. 

CIS.HS.10.2.a Create, edit, and customize documents using advanced techniques. 

CIS.HS.10.2.b Prepare and troubleshoot merged documents (e.g., envelopes, mailings, labels). 

CIS.HS.10.2.c Apply digital design strategies to design professional documents (e.g., graphic design, layout, typography, font face, font style). 

CIS.HS.10.3 Develop and demonstrate effective communication skills and practices. 

CIS.HS.10.3.a Prepare and develop presentations that can be used in a current workplace. 

CIS.HS.10.3.b Compose electronic communication to communicate within a workplace. 

CIS.HS.10.3.c Customize a presentation using advanced features for a specific audience. 

CIS.HS.10.4 Organize and manipulate data using spreadsheet applications. 

CIS.HS.10.4.a Enter and modify worksheet data and structure, format data, and problem solve in a worksheet. 

CIS.HS.10.4.b Sort and manipulate data using formulas and functions. 

CIS.HS.10.4.c Create visual representations of data (e.g., charts, pivot tables, sparklines, and conditional formatting) 

CIS.HS.10.5 Identify database management concepts to manage, evaluate, and organize information. 

CIS.HS.10.5.a Compare and contrast methods for storing, organizing, and retrieving data. 

CIS.HS.10.5.b Sort and manipulate data using formulas and functions and create charts. 

CIS.HS.10.5.c Create and format a database. 

CIS.HS.10.5.d Create database objects (e.g., tables, forms, queries). 

CIS.HS.10.5.e Modify or enter records, create reports, and/or sort data. 

CIS.HS.10.6 Identify opportunities in an information technology career field including but not limited to entrepreneurial opportunities, responsibilities, education, and certification. 

CIS.HS.10.6.a Identify information technologies used in various industries. 

CIS.HS.10.6.b Discuss the impact of technology on all career fields. 

CIS.HS.10.6.c Identify common information technology tasks in career fields. 

CIS.HS.10.6.d Discuss career opportunities in information technology career fields. CIS.HS.10.6.e Describe the impact of technological change and the importance of lifelong learning in this career field. 

CIS.HS.10.7 Describe emerging and evolving trends in information technology. 

CIS.HS.10.7.a Investigate emerging trends in technology and their impact on business and industry. 

CIS.HS.10.7.b Interact with new and emerging technologies. 

CIS.HS.10.7.c Identify emerging technologies to create and evaluate forms of communication.

CIS.HS.11.1 Organize, aggregate, and manipulate data using advanced word processing features. 

CIS.HS.11.1.a Integrate other program files into word processing documents (insert, embed, and link). 

CIS HS.11.1.b Create and format tables using advanced features (formulas, styles). 

CIS HS.11.1.c Use advanced merge features to integrate spreadsheet and database information into the word processing document as fields and records. 

CIS.HS.11.1.d Create and manage styles. 

CIS.HS.11.1.e Plan, record, run, and edit Macros. 

CIS.HS.11.2 Organize, aggregate, and manipulate data using advanced spreadsheet features. 

CIS.HS.11.2.a Create worksheet structures using formulas and advanced features. (e.g., logical statements, vLookup, financial, statistical functions, and named ranges). 

CIS.HS.11.2.b Interpret data through statistical analysis (e.g., sorting, filtering, forecasting, and pivot tables). 

CIS.HS.11.2.c Import, export, and share worksheet data. 

CIS.HS.11.2.d Customize formatting methods, including conditional formatting and other advanced formatting methods.

CIS.HS.11.3 Synthesize relational database concepts to design, manage, evaluate, and organize information. 

CIS.HS.11.3.a Design tables specifying properties for data entry and relationships. 

CIS.HS.11.3b Construct multi-table queries to retrieve, organize, and aggregate data to draw conclusions. 

CIS.HS.11.3.c Design forms and subforms for efficient and effective data entry or retrieval. 

CIS.HS.11.3.d Design reports and subreports utilizing tables, graphs, sparklines, and pivot tables for displaying meaningful data. 

CIS.HS.11.3.e Analyze relational data using Structure Query Language (SQL). 

CIS.HS.11.4 Consider the relationship between different programs to utilize data in one program to the next to create new documents. 

CIS.HS.11.4.a Utilize spreadsheets, presentation, and database information in word processing documents. 

CIS.HS.11.4.b Utilize word processing, presentation, and database information in a spreadsheet. 

CIS.HS.11.4.c Utilize word processing, spreadsheet, and database information in a presentation. 

CIS.HS.11.4.d Utilize word processing and spreadsheet information in a database. 

CIS.HS.11.5 Describe the importance of ethical data collection and applicable conclusions. 

CIS.HS.11.5.a Analyze the privacy practices of data collection and use. 

CIS.HS.11.5.b Analyze the security practices of data collection and use. 

CIS.HS.11.6 Demonstrate critical thinking skills to integrate information technology tools to access, manage, and create new information. 

CIS.HS.11.6.a Gather, evaluate, use, and disseminate information from multiple technology sources. 

CIS.HS.11.6.b Create purposeful, digitally designed products (e.g., brochure, presentation, website, portfolio). 

CIS.HS.11.7 Identify opportunities in an information technology career field including but not limited to entrepreneurial opportunities, responsibilities, education, and certification. 

CIS.HS.11.7.a Identify information technologies used in various industries. 

CIS.HS.11.7.b Discuss the impact of technology on all career fields. 

CIS.HS 11.7.c Identify common tasks in career fields. 

CIS.HS 11.7.d Discuss career opportunities in information technology career fields. 

CIS.HS.11.7.e Describe the impact of technological change and the importance of lifelong learning in this career field. 

CIS.HS.11.7.f Identify the benefits of industry certification and higher education Programs. 

CIS.HS.11.7.g Identify the necessary skills to succeed in fields using data science.

CIS.HS.18.1 Use code that is clear, well-formatted, and appropriately documented. 

CIS.HS.18.a Identify alternative codes and discuss advantages and disadvantages that led to their decision. 

CIS.HS.18.b Review code to identify and fix errors. 

CIS.HS.18.1.c Determine if existing code opens a website up to vulnerabilities. 

CIS.HS.18.2 Assess content for accessibility issues and discuss the issue and possible solutions. 

CIS.HS.18.2.a Analyze content flow and present alternative content with screen readers and other adaptive technologies. 

CIS.HS.18.2.b Consider mobile application functionality when network access is not available. 

CIS.HS.18.3 Create a single functional web page based on a design mockup and user requirements. 

CIS.HS.18.3.a Explain client and target audience needs. 

CIS.HS.18.3.b Assess the needs of clients based on current trends. 

CIS.HS.18.3.c Demonstrate use of collaborative development tools. 

CIS.HS.18.4 Create a web program that will utilize multiple languages and servers and will run on multiple platforms. 

CIS.HS.18.4.a Create a functional website with both front-end and back-end file management. 

CIS.HS.18.4.b Employ a variety of web technologies to produce a final product that meets industry web development standards. 

CIS.HS.18.5 Identify common tools used for workflows associated with content generation. 

CIS.HS.18.5.a Identify one or more tools (i.e., proprietary, open source, or otherwise) that are capable of creating the required content (i.e., image, video, text). 

CIS.HS.18.5.b Compare various tools designed for the same workflow. 

CIS.HS.18.6 Create web pages/apps without the aid of a prefabricated template. 

CIS.HS.18.6.a Illustrate industry standard development practices by coding web pages/apps. 

CIS.HS.18.7 Identify information that may be private or subject to ethical consideration. 

CIS.HS.18.7.a Identify issues with collected information such as usernames, passwords, location data, and preferences, and discuss the possible ramifications of misuse. 

CIS.HS.18.7.b Identify the benefits of a minimal set of permissions when authoring a mobile app and possible consequences of over requesting permissions. 

CIS.HS.18.8 Describe opportunities in an information technology career field including but not limited to entrepreneurial opportunities, responsibilities, education, and certification. 

CIS.HS.18.8.a Identify information technologies used in various industries. 

CIS.HS.18.8.b Discuss the impact of technology on all career fields. 

CIS.HS.18.8.c Identify common tasks in career fields. 

CIS.HS.18.8.d Discuss career opportunities in information technology career fields. 

CIS.HS.18.8.e Describe the impact of technological change and the importance of lifelong learning in this career field.

CIS.HS.6.1 Utilize composition techniques. 

CIS.HS.6.1.a Demonstrate rules of composition (e.g., rule of thirds, point-of-view, framing). 

CIS.HS.6.1.b Demonstrate a variety of photographic shots using a digital camera. 

CIS.HS.6.1.c Demonstrate elements of typographic design in print media (e.g., font selection, size, leading, tracking and kerning, measure, whitespace, hierarchy and scale). 

CIS.HS.6.1.d Demonstrate basic design principles such as consistency, dominance, palette, eye line, readability, alignment, and color theory. 

CIS.HS.6.1.e Differentiate between bitmap, raster, and vector images. 

CIS.HS.6.2 Create and edit digital photographic images. 

CIS.HS.6.2.a Select appropriate hardware and software. 

CIS.HS.6.2.b Capture still photographic images. 

CIS.HS.6.2.c Edit still photos (e.g., cropping, color correction, layers, and levels). 

CIS.HS.6.2.d Apply multiple camera modes. 

CIS.HS.6.2.e Apply light and color principles to projects. 

CIS.HS.6.2.f Apply image stabilization. 

CIS.HS.6.2.g Apply exposure, shutter speed, and aperture. 

CIS.HS.6.2.h Export photos in a usable format. 

CIS.HS.6.2.i Name and store native and exported files in a manageable file structure (i.e.: Drive, Cloud, or external hard drive).

CIS.HS.6.3 Create and edit digital print design. 

CIS.HS.6.3.a Select appropriate hardware and software. 

CIS.HS.6.3.b Apply elements of typographic design in print media (e.g., font selection, size, leading, tracking and kerning, measure, whitespace, hierarchy and scale). 

CIS.HS.6.3.c Apply basic design principles such as consistency, dominance, palette, eye line, readability, and alignment. 

CIS.HS.6.3.d Demonstrate knowledge of page layout (e.g.,negative space, alignment, symmetrical, and asymmetrical). 

CIS.HS.6.3.e Use layers to manage design elements and modify layer visibility using opacity and masks. 

CIS.HS.6.3.f Make, manage, and manipulate selections. 

CIS.HS.6.3.g Name and store native and exported files in a manageable file structure (ie: Drive, Cloud, or external hard drive). 

CIS.HS.6.3.h Explain the difference between modes of a print document: CMYK, RGB, grayscale, bitmap. 

CIS.HS.6.4 Create and edit motion graphics objects for animation. 

CIS.HS.6.4.a Select appropriate hardware and software. 

CIS.HS.6.4.b Add motion to objects as a project or to enhance a project. 

CIS.HS.6.4.c Edit motion graphics (e.g., trim, delete, add effects, etc.). 

CIS.HS.6.4.d Export a motion graphic in a usable format. 

CIS.HS.6.4.e Name and store native and exported files in a manageable file structure i.e., Drive, Cloud, or external hard drive).

CIS.HS.6.5 Describe working in the digital design field. 

CIS.HS.6.5.a Identify the purpose, audience, and audience needs for preparing images. 

CIS.HS.6.5.b Determine whether content is relevant to the purpose, audience, and audience needs. 

CIS.HS.6.5.c Demonstrate knowledge of basic design principles and understand best practices employed in the digital design field. 

CIS.HS.6.5.d Examine careers in the digital design field. 

CIS.HS.6.5.e Identify job market trends in the digital design field. 

CIS.HS.6.5.f Identify the benefits of industry certification and higher education in the field. 

CIS.HS.6.6 Evaluate and comply with copyright laws. 

CIS.HS.6.6.a Determine the type of copyright, permissions, and licensing required to use specific content. 

CIS.HS.6.6.b Analyze the different types of copyright licenses and their uses. (e.g., Creative Commons, or Public Domain). 

CIS.HS.6.6.c Identify legal and ethical considerations for using third-party content, such as copyright, permissions, and licensing. 

CIS.HS.6.6.d Understand copyright as it applies to their own creative work.

CIS.HS.1.1 Design client-based or personal projects utilizing composition techniques. 

CIS.HS.1.1.a Compose photographic, digital print design, or animation projects utilizing design and composition rules. 

CIS.HS.1.1.b Select appropriate hardware and software based on the final product needed by client. 

CIS.HS.1.1.c Demonstrate rules of composition. 

CIS.HS.1.1.d Construct a project and justify chosen design principles. 

CIS.HS.1.1.e Name and store native and exported files in a manageable file structure (i.e., Drive, Cloud, external hard drive). 

CIS.HS.1.2 Design graphics and text that clearly express the personal perspective of intended audiences. 

CIS.HS.1.2.a Identify purpose, audience, and audience needs for preparing images. Determine whether content is relevant to the purpose, audience, and audience needs. 

CIS.HS.1.2.b Prepare a production schedule (e.g., creating and using a work plan, establishing milestones and deliverables). 

CIS.HS.1.2.c Assess and utilize design principles and best practices employed in the design field.

CIS.HS.1.3 Simulate working in the digital design field through creation of client-based design projects. 

CIS.HS.1.3.a Describe the client’s purpose and audience when preparing projects to ensure the content is relevant to the client’s needs. 

CIS.HS.1.3.b Prepare a production schedule (e.g., creating and using a work plan, establishing milestones and deliverables). 

CIS.HS.1.3.c Assess and utilize design principles and best practices employed in the design field. 

CIS.HS.1.3.d Describe the importance of branding as it applies to client-based design projects. 

CIS.HS.1.3.e Communicate effectively in person and through written communication with peers and clients about design plans and processes. 

CIS.HS.1.4 Analyze working in the digital design field. 

CIS.HS.1.4.a Analyze careers in the digital design field. 

CIS.HS.1.4.b Analyze job market trends in the digital design field. 

CIS.HS.1.4.c Analyze the benefits of industry certification and higher education in the field. 

CIS.HS.1.4.d Investigate careers in digital design through pursuit of a job shadowing or internship experience.

Empowered Learner

1.1 Students leverage technology to take an active role in choosing, achieving, and demonstrating competency in their learning goals, informed by the learning sciences.

Digital Citizen

1.2 Students recognize the rights, responsibilities and opportunities of living, learning and working in an interconnected digital world, and they act and model in ways that are safe, legal and ethical.

Knowledge Constructor

1.3 Students critically curate a variety of resources using digital tools to construct knowledge, produce creative artifacts and make meaningful learning experiences for themselves and others.

Innovative Designer

1.4 Students use a variety of technologies within a design process to identify and solve problems by creating new, useful or imaginative solutions.

Computational Thinker

1.5 Students develop and employ strategies for understanding and solving problems in ways that leverage the power of technological methods to develop and test solutions.

Creative Communicator

1.6 Students communicate clearly and express themselves creatively for a variety of purposes using the platforms, tools, styles, formats and digital media appropriate to their goals.

HS.HS.11.1 Apply medical terminology.

HS.HS.11.1.a Explain the construction of medical terms including singular and plural form as well as prefixes, suffixes, roots, and combinations.

HS.HS.11.1.b Extract medical information from realistic medical references/documents, hospital medical records, and case studies.

HS.HS.11.1.c Apply medical terminology to real-life scenarios.

HS.HS.11.1.d Apply medical terms relating to medical specialties or personnel, pathology, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.

HS.HS.11.2 Apply medical abbreviations.

HS.HS.11.2.a Identify acceptable and error-prone abbreviations and symbols.

HS.HS.11.2.b Determine time using the 24-hour clock.

HS.HS.11.2.c Apply identified medical abbreviations, symbols, numbers, and quantity measures.

HS.HS.11.3 Apply anatomical terms.

HS.HS.11.3.a Identify terms associated with the planes, cavities, and regions of the body.

HS.HS.11.3.b Describe standard anatomical position as a reference point for identifying areas of the body and organs.

HS.HS.11.3.c Apply directional terms. 

HS.HS.11.4 Interpret medical terms related to the anatomy and physiology of body systems.

HS.HS.11.4.a Describe the basic structural and functional organization of the human body and the systems of the body, including the integumentary, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproductive, nervous, and endocrine systems.

HS.HS.11.4.b Describe the inter-relationship between body systems.

HS.HS.11.4.c Describe common diseases and disorders of each body system.

Food and Nutrition - The student will 

HSE.MS.6.1 Identify the MyPlate groups, foods,  importance of each, recommended amounts, and how this visual helps one to make better eating choices. 

HSE.MS.6.2 Identify the Dietary Guidelines used to make nutrition and lifestyle recommendations for Americans. 

HSE.MS.6.3 Identify cooking tool, untensil, and small appliance use and safely demonstrate their functions. 

HSE.MS.6.4 Define and practice basic food preparation skills. 

HSE.MS.6.5 Identify and practice food safety steps while preparing foods in the kitchen. 

HSE.MS.6.6 Identify and practice kitchen safety steps while preparing foods in the kitchen. 

HSE.MS.6.7 Identify the information found on food labels and discuss the importance of each. 

HSE.MS.6.8 Identify recipe parts & discuss the importance of each including measuring, abbreviations, conversions, and cooking methods. 

HSE.MS.6.9 Examine farm to family food production. 

HSE.MS.6.10 Demonstrate/practice character pillars while working as a team. Discuss how behavior relates to job skills and success. 

HSE.MS.6.11 Incorporate technology tools & skills as they complete research and projects throughout the unit. 

HSE.MS.6.12 Demonstration of appropriate table manners. 

HSE.MS.6.13 Introduce the role that food science plays in food safety, preparation, and production. 

Child Development and Care - The student will

HSE.MS.6.14 Examine the responsibilities that may face a babysitter. 

HSE.MS.6.15 Identify various types of emergencies that may face a babysitter, what steps should be taken, and what to do to prevent the emergency from taking place. 

HSE.MS.6.16 Incorporate technology tools & skills as they complete research and projects throughout the unit. 

HSE.MS.6.17 Identify "why" child development and child care are the foundation of a successful society. 

HSE.MS.6.18 Describe how infants/children grow and develop physically, intellectually, emotionally, and socially. 

HSE.MS.6.19 Identify the stages of human development and describe in influence of heredity and environment on human development. 

Relationships, Peer and Family - The student will

HSE.MS.7.1 Identify characteristics of healthy and unhealthy relationships and behaviors knowing limits, boundaries, and refusal skills. 

HSE.MS.7.2 Expose media and cultural influences to recognize unhealthy messages related to peer pressure, relationships, and/or elicit behaviors. 

HSE.MS.7.3 Address benefits of abstinence and increase awareness of risks associated with sexual activity. 

HSE.MS.7.4 Develop support systems to maintain the healthiest personal choice in relationships. 

HSE.MS.7.5 Identify physical and social consequences of using tobacco, marijuana, inhalants, alcohol, and other drugs. 

HSE.MS.7.6 Identify and explain family functions. (Ex: physical needs, intellectual development, emotional well-being, socialization) 

HSE.MS.7.7Describe the characteristics of the family life cycle stages. 

HSE.MS.7.8 Identify healthy characteristics of families and explain how to use these characteristics to improve and strengthen family relationships. 

HSE.MS.7.9 Examine resources and methods of handling family crisis. 

HSE.MS.7.10 Incorporate technology tools & skills as they complete research and projects throughout the unit. 

Textiles, Sewing and Design - The student will

HSE.MS.7.11 Identify and practice safety while using sewing equipment. 

HSE.MS.7.12 Identify parts of the sewing machine, correct threading of the sewing machine and correct use of the sewing machine. 

HSE.MS.7.13 Demonstrate basic sewing skills before and during the construction of a project. 

HSE.MS.7.14 Read & follow oral and written directions while completing a sample/project. 

HSE.MS.7.15 Identify and practice clothing care - laundry, iron, repair. 

HSE.MS.7.16 Understand the terminology associated with design, textiles, merchandizing, and the clothing industry. 

HSE.MS.7.17 Incorporate technology tools & skills as they complete research and projects throughout the unit.

Personal Finance - The student will

HSE.MS.8.1 Understand terminology associated with personal finance and its role in overall financial health. 

HSE.MS.8.2 Understand the flow of money and how the banking system operates. (Ex: move savings, checking account, investments, interest, etc) 

HSE.MS.8.3 Explain the connections between education, career, and lifetime earnings. 

HSE.MS.8.4 Understand the concept of credit. 

HSE.MS.8.5 Calcuate a variety of financial transactions. 

HSE.MS.8.6 Understand the importance of protecting oneself from identity theft. 

HSE.MS.8.7 Define, compare & contrast, and reflect on needs and wants and how to reach financial security. 

HSE.MS.8.8 Define short term and long term financial goals. 

HSE.MS.8.9 Analyze factors affecting consumer decisions for individuals and families. 

HSE.MS.8.10 Incorporate technology tools & skills as they complete research and projects throughout the unit. 

College and career Ready Skills - The student will

HSE.MS.8.11Identify employability skills helpful in obtaining and maintaining a job. 

HSE.MS.8.12 Use the Nebraska Career Education Model, Nebraska Career Connections and related resources to investigate and learn about the world of work. 

HSE.MS.8.13 Understand the purpose of a Personal Learning Plan. 

HSE.MS.8.14 Analyze factors that impact self-formation. 

HSE.MS.8.15 Define entrepreneurship, and compare and contrast the differences between being the employer and the employee. 

HSE.MS.8.16 Incorporate technology tools & skills as they complete research and projects throughout the unit. 

Housing and Interior Design - The student will

HSE.MS.8.17 Identify the purpose and function of a home. 

HSE.MS.8.18 Understand color theory. 

HSE.MS.8.19 Design a basic design for a room reflecting personal style and needs. 

HSE.MS.8.20 Incorporate technology tools & skills as they complete research and projects throughout the unit.

HSE.HS.21.1 Apply skills to meet career goals within the food, nutrition, and culinary industries. 

HSE.HS.21.1.a Demonstrate working as a member of a diverse team. 

HSE.HS.21.1.b Demonstrate professional practices required in the workplace. 

HSE.HS.21.1.c Summarize roles, responsibilities, education, training, and credentialing requirements for careers within the food, nutrition, and culinary industries. 

HSE.HS.21.1.d Compare and contrast personal strengths, talents, interests, and passions to the skills and traits required of the workplace. 

HSE.HS.21.2 Analyze U.S. and global food systems and their impact on personal health. 

HSE.HS.21.2.a Compare and contrast definitions of health and wellness. 

HSE.HS.21.2.b Analyze farm to table for a variety of food products grown locally and globally. 

HSE.HS.21.2.c Identify issues surrounding global production of food and how sustainability and conservation practices are connected. 

HSE.HS.21.3 Analyze the six essential nutrients and their purposes in the body. 

HSE.HS.21.3.a Identify key bodily functions of the six essential nutrients and the components of each. 

HSE.HS.21.3.b Summarize the digestion, absorption, and metabolic processes associated with the use of nutrients in the digestive system. 

HSE.HS.21.3.c Identify the nutrient density of a variety of foods for each of the nutrients. 

HSE.HS.21.3.d Interpret the impact and effects of over or underconsumption of each nutrient. 

HSE.HS.21.3.e Explain the concept of calories and energy density of foods. 

HSE.HS.21.3.f Apply nutrition mathematical concepts to calculate energy from nutrients and the energy composition of a food item.

HSE.HS.21.4 Integrate current dietary recommendations and guidelines to plan and analyze a healthy diet. 

HSE.HS.21.4.a Recognize reliable sources of nutrition information (e.g., Dietary Reference Intakes, Dietary Guidelines, MyPlate model, food labels). 

HSE.HS.21.4.b Compare and contrast personal eating habits to current recommendations for a healthy diet. 

HSE.HS.21.4.c Apply current dietary recommendations and guidelines to meal planning. 

HSE.HS.21.4.d Identify package labeling components. 

HSE.HS.21.4.e Analyze the Nutrition Facts label to determine nutrient contributions of a variety of foods. 

HSE.HS.21.5 Demonstrate effective food and kitchen safety and sanitation procedures. 

HSE.HS.21.5.a Identify microorganisms which are related to food spoilage and foodborne illnesses. 

HSE.HS.21.5.b Apply proper personal hygiene, health habits, and industry-standard apparel. 

HSE.HS.21.5.c Sequence the requirements for proper receiving and storage of prepared foods and identify signs of food spoilage and contamination (e.g., FIFO - first in first out). 

HSE.HS.21.5.d Identify the critical control points and the Temperature Danger Zone during all food handling processes as a method for minimizing the risk of foodborne illness (HACCP system). 

HSE.HS.21.5.e Demonstrate kitchen safety practices to prevent accidents (e.g., slips, burns, fires, shock, cuts, equipment accidents, poisoning). 

HSE.HS.21.5.f Implement a safety and sanitation inspection and identify modifications necessary for compliance with standards.

HSE.HS.21.6 Demonstrate foundational food preparation techniques. 

HSE.HS.21.6.a Demonstrate foundational culinary techniques (measuring, knife skills, folding, creaming) and correct use of kitchen equipment. 

HSE.HS.21.6.b Demonstrate mise en place. 

HSE.HS.21.6.c Demonstrate proper scaling techniques to convert recipes to yield smaller and larger quantities.

HSE.HS.21.6.d  Apply the fundamentals of time, temperature, and cooking methods (dry, moist, combination) to cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding a variety of foods.  

HSE.HS.21.6.e  Demonstrate the preparation techniques for common essential nutrient-dense food sources (fruits, vegetables, proteins, carbohydrates, dairy products).   

HSE.HS.21.6.f  Label and store fresh and finished food products appropriately to reduce spoilage. 

HSE.HS.21.7  Create a meal plan based on the dietary recommendations for individuals and families across the lifespan. 

HSE.HS.21.7.a  Identify food purchasing strategies used by consumers (e.g., store layout, comparison shopping).  

HSE.HS.21.7.b  Develop a market order and time management plan.  

HSE.HS.21.7.c  Identify the categories of a menu (e.g., appetizers, sandwiches, entrees).  

HSE.HS.21.7.d  Apply recommended portion sizes to food preparation and serving.  

HSE.HS.21.7.e  Recognize and make dietary modifications for special dietary needs.

HSE.HS.18.1 Analyze career paths within the food, nutrition, and wellness field. 

HSE.HS.18.1.a Summarize education, training, and credentialing requirements and career opportunities in the food, nutrition, and wellness field. 

HSE.HS.18.1.b Differentiate between personal attitudes and traits of food, nutrition, and wellness professionals in regards to responsibility, accountability, ethics, and effectiveness in the workplace. 

HSE.HS.18.2 Identify and Explain the parts and functions of the digestive system. 

HSE.HS.18.2.a Identify the anatomy of the gastrointestinal system. 

HSE.HS.18.2.b Explain the digestive process. 

HSE.HS.18.2.c Explain the utilization and short, medium, and long-term storage of nutrients inside the body. 

HSE.HS.18.2.d Explain how the body excretes waste products.

HSE.HS.18.3 Analyze individual characteristics specific to macronutrients, micronutrients, and water. 

HSE.HS.18.3.a Identify the chemical composition and energy yield of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. 

HSE.HS.18.3.b Differentiate between soluble and insoluble fiber and complete and incomplete proteins. 

HSE.HS.18.3.c Identify the functions of vitamins, minerals, and water. 

HSE.HS.18.3.d Identify the categories of vitamins (including fat and water soluble) and minerals (including major and trace). 

HSE.HS.18.3.e Identify the recommended intake levels of and food sources high in vitamins, minerals, and water. 

HSE.HS.18.3.f Explain deficiencies and toxicities related to vitamin and mineral consumption. 

HSE.HS.18.4 Analyze current dietary recommendations and guidelines for planning a healthy diet. 

HSE.HS.18.4.a Explain the Dietary Reference Intake terms Estimated Average Requirement (EAR), Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA), Adequate Intake (AI), and Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL). 

HSE.HS.18.4.b Describe the concepts of variety, moderation, and balance as the foundation of a healthy diet. 

HSE.HS.18.4.c Compare and contrast various food recording tools. 

HSE.HS.18.4.d Utilize nutrition information to calculate nutrient composition of foods, meals, and daily intake. 

HSE.HS.18.4.e Discuss short- and long-term impact of current dietary intake habits. 

HSE.HS.18.4.f Compare and contrast the nutrient density of whole foods, convenience foods, and prepared foods to make informed food choices.

HSE.HS.18.5 Analyze the effects of dietary patterns and practices on an individual’s health and well-being across the lifespan. 

HSE.HS.18.5.a Identify a variety of healthy dietary patterns. 

HSE.HS.18.5.b Compare and contrast popular fad diets and food industry trends. 

HSE.HS.18.5.c Describe energy balance, physical activity, and weight control to prevent obesity and achieve nutritional adequacy. 

HSE.HS.18.5.d Explain weight gain/weight loss concepts considering basal metabolic rate (BMR) and total daily energy expenditure (TDEE). 

HSE.HS.18.5.e Identify the prevention, symptoms, and treatment of eating disorders. 

HSE.HS.18.5.f Compare and contrast food allergies and food intolerances. 

HSE.HS.18.5.g Apply dietary recommendations and guidelines to design meal plans for individuals with special dietary needs (e.g., heart disease, diabetes, celiac disease). 

HSE.HS.18.6 Analyze U.S. and global food systems and impacts on individual, family, and community health. 

HSE.HS.18.6.a Explain the biological, social, psychological, economic, political, and/or cultural influences on individual and community nutrition practices. 

HSE.HS.18.6.b Summarize the effects of social determinants on personal food choices, food systems, and public health.

HSE.HS.18.6.c Explain the impact of cultural influences on food consumption and traditions within family units. 

HSE.HS.18.6.d Analyze the impact of the rising cost of food, poverty, food deserts, food insecurity, and the growing world population on individuals, families, communities, and society. 

HSE.HS.18.6.e Compare and contrast food and nutrition policies and their impact on individuals, families, communities, and society. 

HSE.HS.18.6.f Discuss different approaches and solutions including the critical science perspective to address food system change through advocacy, policy, and/or political.

HSE.HS.5.1 Explain the basic principles of child development from conception to age 12. 

HSE.HS.5.1.a Explain physical development milestones from conception to age 12. 

HSE.HS.5.1.b Explain intellectual development milestones from conception to age 12. 

HSE.HS.5.1.c Explain emotional development milestones from conception to age 12. 

HSE.HS.5.1.d Explain social development milestones from conception to age 12. 

HSE.HS.5.2 Evaluate child development theoretical perspectives and their applications. 

HSE.HS.5.2.a Identify the various child development theorists and theories. 

HSE.HS.5.2.b Evaluate developmentally appropriate child care skills from conception to age 12. 

HSE.HS.5.2.c Identify parenting decisions and practices that impact healthy development from conception to age 12. 

HSE.HS.5.3 Analyze family theoretical perspectives and their impact on child growth and development. 

HSE.HS.5.3.a Compare and contrast theorists and theories related to family traits and child growth and development. HSE.HS.5.3.b Classify different parenting types and styles. 

HSE.HS.5.3.c Compare and contrast the different parenting styles. 

HSE.HS.5.3.d Explain the impact parenting styles have on the development of young children.

HSE.HS.5.4 Analyze the theoretical perspectives of social, cultural, and linguistic diversity traits and their impact on child growth and development. 

HSE.HS.5.4.a Compare and contrast theorists and theories related to social, cultural, and linguistic diversity guiding childhood behaviors. 

HSE.HS.5.4.b Recognize and classify different social, cultural, and linguistic diversity traits of children. 

HSE.HS.5.4.c Compare and contrast the impact of the multiple influences that affect the social, cultural, and linguistic diversity traits of young children.

HSE.HS.5.4.d Explain the importance of early childhood education. 

HSE.HS.5.5 Describe an understanding of career opportunities and early childhood community resources for supporting families in young children’s development. 

HSE.HS.5.5.a Describe career opportunities in the field of early childhood. 

HSE.HS.5.5.b Identify college certificates and degree options in the field of early childhood. 

HSE.HS.5.5.c Identify community resources available for supporting families with young children and their development. 

HSE.HS.5.5.d Identify the purpose of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), Nebraska Early Childhood Profession Record System (NECPRS), and other early childhood education resources.

HSE.HS.13.1 Analyze non-therapeutic helper careers which serve individuals, families, and communities. 

HSE.HS.13.1.a Outline the six types of helpers (professional helpers, paraprofessional helpers, helping as a part of their work, volunteer helpers, peer helpers, and informal helpers). 

HSE.HS.13.1.b Describe the role of each of the six types of helpers in the process of supporting families in crisis situations. 

HSE.HS.13.2 Analyze factors that influence crisis in a family. 

HSE.HS.13.2.a List characteristics of healthy and unhealthy families and their effect on society. 

HSE.HS.13.2.b Compare and contrast a variety of diverse family structures. 

HSE.HS.13.2.c Describe how families help meet the needs of individuals using Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs.

HSE.HS.13.2.d Explain the importance of healthy communication and conflict resolution in a family. 

HSE.HS.13.2.e Compare and contrast financial, physical, social, emotional, cultural, and spiritual issues and the role of stress in families. 

HSE.HS.13.2.f Define crisis and differentiate a crisis situation from a stressful situation. 

HSE.HS.13.2.g Identity common crisis situations families face (e.g., mental illness, abuse, addiction, grief, suicide, job loss, homelessness).

HSE.HS.13.3 Evaluate societal views of mental health and common mental health disorders. 

HSE.HS.13.3.a Define stigma and explain its effects on those with mental illness. 

HSE.HS.13.3.b Identify ways to minimize stigma surrounding mental illness and seeking help for mental health problems. 

HSE.HS.13.3.c Identify and analyze common risk factors for developing mental disorders (genetic, environmental). 

HSE.HS.13.3.d Analyze the process of diagnosing mental illness. 

HSE.HS.13.3.e Explain the effects mental illness and suicide has on the family. 

HSE.HS.13.3.f Assess the signs and symptoms of a potential suicidal individual and steps that should be taken to seek help. 

HSE.HS.13.3.g Identify community resources to help families facing mental health crises. 

HSE.HS.13.4 Evaluate the effects of abuse on a family. 

HSE.HS.13.4.a Identify types of abuse, causes, and common signs and symptoms in each stage of the family life cycle. 

HSE.HS.13.4.b Analyze the roles and their characteristics in an abuse situation (bystander, abuser, victim/survivor). 

HSE.HS.13.4.c Identify mandatory reporting laws and processes in Nebraska and resources available to help families. 

HSE.HS.13.4.d Explain Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and their potential effects. 

HSE.HS.13.4.e Compare and contrast healthy and unhealthy relationships. 

HSE.HS.13.4.f Explain the stages of the Cycle of Abuse considering the barriers surrounding generational abuse.

HSE.HS.13.5 Evaluate the effects of addiction on the family unit. 

HSE.HS.13.5.a Define addiction and explore the risk factors associated with developing an addiction (genetic, environmental). 

HSE.HS.13.5.b Analyze the science of physical and psychological addiction and how they are connected. 

HSE.HS.13.5.c Assess community resources, treatment, and recovery methods of addiction. 

HSE.HS.13.5.d Explain the connection (comorbidity) between mental illness and addiction. 

HSE.HS.13.5.e Analyze the effects of multiple family members living with addiction at the same time. 

HSE.HS.13.6 Analyze the process of grieving. 

HSE.HS.13.6.a Define grief and explain that grief can occur with a variety of losses (e.g., loss of a friendship or pet, moving, loss of experience). 

HSE.HS.13.6.b Compare and contrast a variety of theories of grief (Five Stages, Tonkin’s Model, Four Tasks of Grieving, Six Rs, Dual Process Model, Reconstruction of Meaning). 

HSE.HS.13.6.c Analyze family relationships in the grieving process. 

HSE.HS.13.6.d Compare and contrast healthy and unhealthy coping mechanisms for dealing with grief. 

HSE.HS.13.6.e Identify community resources to help families facing grief. 

HSE.HS.13.7 Analyze methods of overcoming crisis. 

HSE.HS.13.7.a Describe the qualities of a resilient individual. 

HSE.HS.13.7.b Define mindfulness and techniques used to be mindful in everyday life. 

HSE.HS.13.7.c Explain the importance of mindfulness and self-awareness in overcoming crisis. 

HSE.HS.13.7.d Explain the importance of self-care and list strategies for implementing self-care. 

HSE.HS.13.7.e Describe the importance of growth mindset in regards to neuroplasticity. 

HSE.HS.13.7.f Identify common mental distortions (filtering, overgeneralizing, catastrophizing, personalization).

HSE.HS.22.1 Evaluate housing and design concepts and theories, including sustainability and universal design, in relation to available resources and options. 

HSE.HS.22.1.a Apply principles of human behavior to the design of housing, interiors and furnishings. 

HSE.HS.22.1.b Evaluate the use of elements and principles of design in housing design and commercial and residential interiors. 

HSE.HS.22.1.c Analyze the psychological impact that the principles and elements of design have on the individual. 

HSE.HS.22.1.d Analyze the effects that the principles and elements of design have on aesthetics and function. 

HSE.HS.22.1.e Explain how fabric selection affects the finish of products. 

HSE.HS.22.2 Evaluate the influence of architecture, interior design, and furnishings throughout history. 

HSE.HS.22.2.a Distinguish between the styles of architecture, interior design, furniture, and furnishings. 

HSE.HS.22.2.b Describe the development of architectural styles throughout history. 

HSE.HS.22.2.c Compare and contrast historical architectural details to current housing and interior design trends. 

HSE.HS.22.2.d Explain societal and technological trends and their impact on architecture and interior design styles throughout history. 

HSE.HS.22.2.e Assess design and development trends in architecture, interior design, and furnishings.

HSE.HS.22.3 Evaluate the design and function of interior space. 

HSE.HS.22.3.a Evaluate living space needs and apply space management guidelines to interior designs. 

HSE.HS.22.3.b Determine traffic flow, activity, and existing architectural features in creating floor plans responding to needs of all populations (e.g., aging, handicapped). 

HSE.HS.22.3.c Arrange furniture placement with reference to design principles, traffic flow, activity, and existing architectural features. 

HSE.HS.22.3.d Evaluate floor plans for efficiency and safety, including but not limited to zones, traffic patterns, furniture placement, storage, and electrical and mechanical systems. 

HSE.HS.22.4 Generate a design using technology utilized within the design industry. 

HSE.HS.22.4.a Identify the workplace value of technology tools and applications. 

HSE.HS.22.4.b Use the appropriate technology tools for conveying information, solving problems, expediting workplace processes, and effectively presenting information. 

HSE.HS.22.4.c Create designs using technology commonly used in the interior design field.

HSE.HS.22.4.d Prepare visual presentations using a variety of media methods to communicate the design concept.

HSE.HS.22.5 Evaluate the needs, goals, and resources of a client to design interiors. 

HSE.HS.22.5.a Identify how geographic locations, safety, security, energy efficiency, aesthetic preferences, and required maintenance affect housing choices for individuals, families, and communities. 

HSE.HS.22.5.b Assess financial resources needed to achieve housing and interior design goals. 

HSE.HS.22.5.c Apply adaptive and universal design concepts to meet client needs.

 HSE.HS.22.5.d Evaluate and select furnishings, fixtures, and appliances to meet specific design needs. 

HSE.HS.22.5.e Summarize the purposes of various views in architectural drawings including plan views, elevation view, and section and detail views, as well as the use of renderings, models, and isometric drawings. 

HSE.HS.22.5.f Demonstrate scaling, 2D elevations, utilization of architectural symbols, and the manual drawing used for interior design. 

HSE.HS.22.5.g Demonstrate design board planning and sample curation. 

HSE.HS.22.6 Apply business principles in the design industry. 

HSE.HS.22.6.a Explain how products and services are priced for selling (material costs, labor costs, overhead costs). 

HSE.HS.22.6.b Demonstrate measuring, estimating, ordering, purchasing, and pricing skills for design products (e.g., furnishings, appliances, floor coverings). 

HSE.HS.22.6.c Apply the 4P’s of marketing (product, place, price, promotion). 

HSE.HS.22.6.d Incorporate recycle and redesign principles.

HSE.HS.22.7 Analyze career paths within the housing and interior design industries. 

HSE.HS.22.7.a Explain the roles and functions of professionals in the housing and interior design industries. 

HSE.HS.22.7.b Summarize education, training, and credentialing requirements and career opportunities in the housing and interior design industries. 

HSE.HS.22.7.c Describe the knowledge and skills required of an entrepreneur. 

HSE.HS.22.7.d Analyze opportunities for employment and entrepreneurial endeavors in the housing and interior design industries.

HSE.HS.29.1 Integrate the characteristics of personal development. 

HSE.HS.29.1.a Identify adult roles and responsibilities of each. 

HSE.HS.29.1.b Describe theories of development related to the adolescent and adult life stages (e.g., Havighurst, Bronfenbrenner, Erikson). 

HSE.HS.29.1.c Summarize research on values, beliefs, character and personality traits, and behavior change models. 

HSE.HS.29.1.d Demonstrate goal setting skills to enhance lifestyle choices and behaviors. 

HSE.HS.29.1.e Analyze decision-making models. 

HSE.HS.29.2 Apply career readiness skills to develop a personal career plan.

HSE.HS.29.2.a Demonstrate effective and appropriate communication.

HSE.HS.29.2.b Implement creative problem solving and critical thinking strategies. 

HSE.HS.29.2.c Model teamwork and leadership skills. 

HSE.HS.29.2.d Demonstrate effective use of technology as a responsible digital citizen. 

HSE.HS.29.2.e Identify personal qualities and qualifications needed for employment. 

HSE.HS.29.2.f Identify potential careers, including but not limited to Family and Consumer Sciences careers. 

HSE.HS.29.2.g Demonstrate the ability to effectively seek employment (e.g., completing applications, creating a resume, interviewing).

HSE.HS.29.3 Explain the process of calculating income and taxes. 

HSE.HS.29.3.a Interpret a pay stub to calculate gross and net pay and identify benefits. 

HSE.HS.29.3.b Define payroll withholdings and identify why deductions are made. 

HSE.HS.29.3.c Describe information needed and required forms relevant to the completion of state and federal income tax forms (e.g., W-4, W-2, 1040) 

HSE.HS.29.3.d Identify the purpose of taxes and differentiate between the different types of taxes (e.g., sales tax, property tax, income tax). 

HSE.HS.29.4 Apply money management skills and strategies. 

HSE.HS.29.4.a Compare and contrast the various types of financial institutions and the services they provide. 

HSE.HS.29.4.b Compare and contrast a statement of financial position, income and expense statement, and spending plan. 

HSE.HS.29.4.c Develop a personal spending plan/budget. 

HSE.HS.29.4.d Compare and contrast different forms of financial exchange (e.g., cash, credit, debit, electronic funds transfer, emerging payment forms) 

HSE.HS.29.5 Evaluate savings and investment strategies based on individual preferences and circumstances to achieve financial goals. 

HSE.HS.29.5.a Identify the value of saving money and strategies to save money. 

HSE.HS.29.5.b Compare the characteristics of savings tools (e.g., savings account, certificates of deposit, savings bonds) and how they relate to financial goals. 

HSE.HS.29.5.c Distinguish between common types of investments. 

HSE.HS.29.5.d Compare and contrast saving and investing strategies that consider risk, return, and building wealth. 

HSE.HS.29.6 Evaluate factors that affect the choice of credit, the cost of credit, maintaining credit, and the legal aspects of using credit. 

HSE.HS.29.6.a Evaluate the opportunity cost for each financial decision involving credit (e.g., credit cards, auto loans, student loans). 

HSE.HS.29.6.b Describe the process to obtain various forms of credit. 

HSE.HS.29.6.c Explain the importance of credit ratings and credit scores and the effect on an individual’s credit report, cost of credit, and future use of credit. 

HSE.HS.29.6.d Summarize the rights and responsibilities of consumers according to credit legislation (e.g., truth-in-lending, fair credit reporting, equal credit opportunity, fair debt collection). 

HSE.HS.29.6.e Explain the risks associated with fraud and fraud protection guidelines. 

HSE.HS.29.6.f Apply the planned buying process to housing and transportation decisions (buying, renting, leasing). 

HSE.HS.29.7 Analyze appropriate and cost-effective risk management strategies. 

HSE.HS.29.7.a Identify the terms, concepts, and practices instrumental to varied forms of insurance (e.g., deductible, premium, peril, risk). 

HSE.HS.29.7.b Identify the type of insurance associated with different types of risk (e.g., automobile, personal and professional liability, property, health, life, long-term care, disability). 

HSE.HS.29.7.c Compare and contrast insurance policies based on individual preferences and circumstances. 

HSE.HS.29.7.d Compare sources of insurance coverage, including employee benefit plans.

HSE.HS.29.8 Apply various life ready skills that are needed for adulthood. 

HSE.HS.29.8.a Identify consumer skills for providing and maintaining clothing, transportation, housing, and recreation needs of individuals and their families. 

HSE.HS.29.8.b Demonstrate personal and family resource decision making to meet personal and family goals across the lifespan. 

HSE.HS.29.8.c Compare and contrast potential impact of career path decisions on balancing work and family responsibilities. 

HSE.HS.29.8.d Identify solutions to real-world problems related to career/life goal setting and balance (e.g., meal planning, family budgeting, time management). 

HSE.HS.29.8.e Summarize the aspects of wellness (physical, intellectual, emotional, social, spiritual, financial, environmental) and the impact on personal development.

HSE.HS.24.1 Analyze personal needs and characteristics and their effects on interpersonal relationships. 

HSE.HS.24.1.a Examine the effects of personal characteristics and life events on relationships. 

HSE.HS.24.1.b Describe the effects of self-esteem and self-image on relationships. 

HSE.HS.24.1.c Describe the effects of lifespan events and conditions on relationships. 

HSE.HS.24.1.d Explain the effects of personal values and behaviors on interpersonal relationships. 

HSE.HS.24.2 Analyze the effects of family as a system on individuals and society. 

HSE.HS.24.2.a Describe the function of the family as the basic unit of society. 

HSE.HS.24.2.b Examine the role of family in teaching culture and traditions across the lifespan. 

HSE.HS.24.2.c Summarize the family's role in developing independence, interdependence, and commitment of family members. 

HSE.HS.24.2.d Describe the effects of various stages of the family life cycle on interpersonal relationships.

HSE.HE.24.3 Evaluate the functions and expectations of various types of interpersonal relationships. 

HSE.HS.24.3.a Categorize the various types of interpersonal relationships. 

HSE.HS.24.3.b Identify the characteristics of healthy and unhealthy relationships. 

HSE.HS.24.3.c Describe processes for building, maintaining, and ending interpersonal relationships. 

HSE.HS.24.3.d Identify physical, intellectual, emotional, and social characteristics of healthy and unhealthy relationships and behaviors including limits, boundaries, and refusal skills. 

HSE.HS.24.3.e Analyze processes for handling unhealthy relationships. 

HSE.HS.24.3.f Relate personal values, rights, and responsibilities in relationships to overall health and decision making. 

HSE.HS.24.4 Evaluate communication skills that contribute to healthy relationships. 

HSE.HS.24.4.a Compare communication styles and their effects on relationships. 

HSE.HS.24.4.b Analyze verbal and nonverbal behaviors and attitudes that contribute to effective communication. 

HSE.HS.24.4.c Demonstrate effective listening and feedback techniques. 

HSE.HS.24.4.d Analyze strategies to overcome communication barriers in family, community, and work settings. 

HSE.HS.24.4.e Apply ethical principles of communication in family, community, and work settings. 

HSE.HS.24.4.f Assess the effects of communication via technology in family, work, and community settings.

HSE.HS.24.5 Outline principles that guide behavior in interpersonal relationships. 

HSE.HS.24.5.a Explain the principles of decision making and problem solving in reducing and managing conflict in interpersonal relationships. 

HSE.HS.24.5.b Identify nonviolent strategies that address conflict and model positive leadership. (e.g., self awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy and social skills). 

HSE.HS.24.5.c Identify stress management strategies for family, work, and community settings.

HSE.HS.12.1 Evaluate the influence of history on fashion. 

HSE.HS.12.1.a Compare theories of various fashion movements. 

HSE.HS.12.1.b Interpret the impact of trends and fashion cycles on fashion. 

HSE.HS.12.1.c Summarize the achievements of notable fashion designers (e.g., Coco Chanel, Gianni Versace, Giorgio Armani, Marc Jacobs, Yves Saint Laurent). 

.HS.12.1.d Relate current fashions to various historical influences. 

HSE.HS.12.1.e Compare and contrast sustainability practices throughout history. 

HSE.HS.12.1.f Evaluate the impact of history, arts and culture, and global influences on textiles, fashion, and apparel. 

HSE.HS.12.2 Analyze the effects of textile characteristics on design, construction, care, use, and maintenance of products. 

HSE.HS.12.2.a Identify emerging sustainability trends in design. 

HSE.HS.12.2.b Describe methods of coloring, dyeing, printing, and finishing fabrics. 

HSE.HS.12.2.c Explain how fabric selection affects the finish of products. 

HSE.HS.12.2.d Identify emerging fibers and fabric technologies (e.g., antimicrobial, wicking, electronic textiles, performance textiles). 

HSE.HS.12.2.e Analyze the quality of fashion and apparel items, including the construction and fit. 

HSE.HS.12.2.f Explain the ways in which fabric, texture, pattern, and finish can affect visual appearance.

HSE.HS.12.3 Analyze the components of design and their effect on various products. 

HSE.HS.12.3.a Explain how to use elements and principles of design for optimal aesthetics. 

HSE.HS.12.3.b Analyze garment styles and parts and their effect on fit and appearance. 

HSE.HS.12.4 Design, produce, alter, and repair fashion and apparel items. 

HSE.HS.12.4.a Utilize the elements and principles of design to design and/or alter fashion and apparel items. 

HSE.HS.12.3.b Apply color theory to enhance visual effect. 

HSE.HS.12.4.c Demonstrate techniques used in apparel design (e.g., draping, digital design, flat pattern). 

HSE.HS.12.4.d Execute a design considering ecological, environmental, ethical, sociological, psychological, technical, and economical factors, trends, and issues. 

HSE.HS.12.4.e Demonstrate professional and technical sewing skills and use of traditional and technologically innovative equipment, tools, and supplies in fashion and apparel item construction, alteration, repair, and recycling. 

HSE.HS.12.4.f Use appropriate industry products and materials for cleaning, pressing, and finishing fashion and apparel items. 

HSE.HS.12.4.g Demonstrate appropriate procedures for recycling and care and disposal of textile products, considering diverse needs locally and globally. 

HSE.HS.12.5 Create designs utilizing technology within the design industry. 

HSE.HS.12.5.a Identify the workplace value of technology tools and applications. 

HSE.HS.12.5.b Use the appropriate technology tools for conveying information, solving problems, expediting workplace processes, and effectively presenting information. 

HSE.HS.12.5.c Analyze current technology, trends, and innovations that facilitate the design and production of textiles, fashion, and apparel.

HSE.HS.12.6 Develop an apparel collection based on client interest. 

HSE.HS.12.6.a Develop a design concept foundation through customer identification and research. 

HSE.HS.12.6.b Outline the stages in the apparel design process (e.g., inspiration, research, fabric development, sketching, prototypes, final samples). 

HSE.HS.12.6.c Analyze the influences of cultural expectations as a factor in customer relations. 

HSE.HS.12.6.d Generate original ideas and challenge assumptions. 

HSE.HS.12.6.e Develop croquis sketch variations to discover design possibilities and solutions. 

HSE.HS.12.6.f Revise the collection through an editing process to maintain cohesion and consistency. 

HSE.HS.12.7 Analyze professional practice and procedures for business profitability and career success in the design industry. 

HSE.HS.12.7.a Explain how products are priced for selling (material costs, labor costs, overhead costs). 

HSE.HS.12.7.b Apply the marketing mix (product, place, price, promotion). 

HSE.HS.12.7.c Analyze opportunities for employment and entrepreneurial endeavors in the fashion design field. 

HSE.HS.12.7.d Summarize education and training requirements and career opportunities in the textiles, fashion, and apparel industries. 

HSE.HS.12.7.e Analyze the effects of the textiles, fashion, and apparel industries on local, state, national, and global economies. 

HSE.HS.12.7.f Describe the progression of ethical practices in the design industry (sustainability- -public health, welfare, environment; environmental responsibility; human ethical impact of fibers used in the industry--labor, labeling information)

Standard 1. Students will understand and accurately apply measurement.

1.1 Demonstrate linear measurement. Sample performance indicators:

• Read a ruler to an accuracy of 1/16”

• Read a ruler to an accuracy of 1 mm

• Manipulate fractions accurately

Standard 2. Students will know and model safe lab procedures and techniques.

2.1 The student will know safety requirements. Sample performance indicators:

• Complete a safety test with 100% accuracy

• Sign a safety contract

2.2 The student will practice appropriate classroom safety. Sample performance indicators:

• Demonstrate safe tool operation

• Demonstrate proper use of safe personal protection equipment

• Operate and maintain a safe working environment

• Demonstrate proper storage and handling of materials

Standard 3. Students will use technical communication.

3.1 Read a working drawing. Sample performance indicators:

• Distinguish views

• Identify line type

• Interpret dimensions

• Identify symbols

3.2 Produce a working drawing. Sample performance indicators:

• Complete orthographic sketch(s)

• Complete isometric sketch(s)

• CAD software – 2D and/or 3D

3.3 Technical reading and writing. Sample performance indicators:

• Demonstrate proper use of terminology through journal entries

• Use and/or create a plan of procedure

• Follow written and verbal instructions

3.4 Design/Problem Solving. Sample performance indicators:

• Proper use of terminology

• Recognize design/problem solving steps

• Teamwork

Standard 4. Students will recognize material types and properties.

4.1 The student will identify different types of materials. Sample performance indicators:

• Identify materials

• Identify properties

• Identify material applications

Standard 5. Students will demonstrate material processing.

5.1 The student will know material processes. Sample performance indicators:

• Know cutting processes

• Know drilling/boring

• Know sanding/grinding

• Know forming processes

• Know finishing processes

5.2 The student will demonstrate material processes. Sample performance indicators:

• Demonstrate cutting processes

• Demonstrate drilling/boring

• Demonstrate sanding/grinding

• Demonstrate forming processes

• Demonstrate finishing processes

Standard 6. Students will select tools for the correct operation. 

6.1 The student will identify tools. Sample performance indicators:

• Identify the tools

• Inspect and report tool conditions

• Select and apply the appropriate tool

Standard 7. Students will explore career opportunities. 

7.1 The students will examine and report on the Skilled and Technical Sciences (STS) Career Field. Sample performance indicators:

• Architecture & Construction

• Manufacturing

• Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (STEM)

• Transportation, Distribution, & Logistics (TDL)

7.2 The students will explore and report on emerging technologies. Sample performance indicators:

• Robotics

• Nanotechnology 

• Green Technologies

• Space Exploration

• Energy

STS.HS.19.1 Apply safety principles, practices, philosophy, and guidelines to the work environment. 

STS.HS.19.1.a Complete applicable safety assessment with 100% accuracy. 

STS.HS.19.1.b Employ appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while in the lab setting. 

STS.HS.19.1.c Employ eye protection in compliance with Neb. Rev. Statute 79-715. 

STS.HS.19.1.d Employ the safe application of tools and machines. 

STS.HS.19.1.e Explain the main hazards that are possible in the lab setting. 

STS.HS.19.1.f Demonstrate proper handling and storing of materials. 

STS.HS.19.2 Identify career opportunities in Skilled and Technical Sciences areas. 

STS.HS.19.2.a Identify responsibilities and characteristics of professionals in a skilled and technical sciences industry. 

STS.HS.19.2.b Describe work behaviors needed to be employable in a skilled and technical sciences industry. 

STS.HS.19.2.c Identify the training, education, certification, and licensing requirements for various careers in a skilled and technical sciences industry. 

STS.HS.19.2.d Identify high wage, high demand, and high skill careers in skilled and technical sciences.

STS.HS.19.3 Apply appropriate academic and technical skills to produce a product. 

STS.HS.19.3.a Employ project-related math operations and formulas. 

STS.HS.19.3.b Employ effective verbal, written, and/or visual communication skills. 

STS.HS.19.3.c Define course content vocabulary. 

STS.HS.19.3.d Conduct the accurate use of measurement tools 

STS.HS.19.4 Identify the materials, tools, machines, and equipment required to produce a product. 

STS.HS.19.4.a Identify types of materials to be used for various products. 

STS.HS.19.4.b Identify types of fasteners for various products. 

STS.HS.19.4.c Identify types of adhesives for various products. 

STS.HS.19.4.d Identify types of finishes for various products. 

STS.HS.19.4.e Identify the correct tools, machines, and equipment appropriate for a specific operation or process. 

STS.HS.19.5 Produce a product(s). 

STS.HS.19.5.a Interpret working drawings of a product to be produced. 

STS.HS.19.5.b Select the proper materials, adhesives, fasteners and finishes for a product. 

STS.HS.19.5.c Demonstrate the proper tool, machine, or equipment selection and usage for each corresponding operation needed to produce a product. 

STS.HS.19.5.d Execute a plan of procedure.

STS.HS.36.1 Apply safety principles, practices, philosophy, and guidelines to the work environment. 

STS.HS.36.1.a Complete applicable safety assessment with 100% accuracy. 

STS.HS.36.1.b Employ appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while in the lab setting. 

STS.HS.36.1.c Employ eye protection in compliance with Neb. Rev. Statute 79-715. 

STS.HS.36.1.d Employ the safe application of tools and machines. 

STS.HS.36.1.e Explain the main hazards that are possible in the lab setting. 

STS.HS.36.1.f Demonstrate proper handling and storing of materials. 

STS.HS.36.2 Explain career opportunities in the welding industry. 

STS.HS.36.2.a Describe work behaviors needed to be employable. 

STS.HS.36.2.b Identify employment trends in the welding industry. 

STS.HS.36.2.c Identify the responsibilities and characteristics of professionals in the welding industry. 

STS.HS.36.2.d Identify the training, education, certification and licensing requirements for careers in the welding industry

STS.HS.36.3 Explain the use of welding communications. 

STS.HS.36.3.a Define welding terminology. 

STS.HS.36.3.b Measure metric and imperial measurements with an accuracy of a millimeter or 1/16 of an inch. 

STS.HS.36.3.c Explain mechanical drawings according to the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). 

STS.HS.36.3.d Explain welding symbols according to the AWS. 

STS.HS.36.3.e Explain information from a welding procedure sheet. 

STS.HS.36.4 Determine the materials, tools, and equipment needed to weld. 

STS.HS.36.4.a Identify tools and their use in welding. 

STS.HS.36.4.b Identify welding equipment and proper set up procedures according to the manufacturer's recommendations. 

STS.HS.36.4.c Identify the material used in welding. 

STS.HS.36.4.d Identify the filler material used in welding. 

STS.HS.36.4.e Determine types of fasteners, adhesives, and finishes used for welding. 

STS.HS.36.5 Perform metal cutting operations. 

STS.HS.36.5.a Perform an abrasive cutting procedure. 

STS.HS.36.5.b Perform mechanical cutting procedure. 

STS.HS.36.5.c Perform a hot (flame) source cutting operation. 

STS.HS.36.5.d Perform an arc cutting operation.

STS.HS.36.6 Join material using any methods of welding procedure in the flat and horizontal positions. 

STS.HS.36.6.a Create a pad of surface welds with no welding defects according to AWS standards. 

STS.HS.36.6.b Create groove joints with no welding defects according to AWS standards. 

STS.HS.36.6.c Create fillet welds with no welding defects according to AWS standards. 

STS.HS.36.6.d Produce a product with the welding processes that are available.

AFNR.HS.6.1 Apply physical science principles and engineering applications to solve problems and improve performance in AFNR power, structural and technical systems. 

AFNR.HS.6.1.a Apply physical science principles to metal fabrication using a variety of welding and cutting processes. 

AFNR.HS.6.1.b Apply physical science and engineering principles to design, implement, and improve safe and efficient mechanical systems in AFNR situations.

AFNR.HS.6.2 Operate and maintain AFNR mechanical equipment and power systems.

AFNR.HS.6.2.a Perform preventative maintenance and scheduled service to maintain equipment, machinery and power units used in AFNR settings.

AFNR.HS.6.2.b Demonstrate proper safety while operating machinery and power equipment. 

AFNR.HS.CR.1 Describe career opportunities and means to achieve those opportunities in each of the AFNR career pathways. 

AFNR.HS.CR.1.a Evaluate and implement the steps and requirements to pursue a career opportunity in an AFNR career pathway.

AFNR.HS.CR.1.b Examine and choose career opportunities that are matched to personal life skills, talents, and career goals in an AFNR pathway of interest. 

AFNR.HS.CR.2 Demonstrate employability skills for college and career readiness. 

AFNR.HS.CR.2.a Model personal responsibility in the workplace and community. 

AFNR.HS.CR.2.b Speak using strategies that ensure clarity, logic, purpose and professionalism in formal and informal settings.

AFNR.HS.CR.2.c Produce clear, reasoned and coherent written and visual communication in formal and informal settings.

AFNR.HS.CR.2.d Synthesize information, knowledge and experience to generate original ideas and challenge assumptions in the workplace and community.

AFNR.HS.CR.2.e Apply reason and logic to evaluate workplace and community situations from multiple perspectives. 

AFNR.HS.CR.2.f Investigate, prioritize and select solutions to solve problems in the workplace community. 

AFNR.HS.CR.2.g Contribute to team-oriented projects and build consensus to accomplish results using cultural global competence in the workplace and community.

AFNR.HS.CR.4 Identify and demonstrate workplace safety.

AFNR.HS.CR.4.a Identify and explain the implication of required regulations to maintain and improve safety, health and environment management systems. 

AFNR.HS.CR.4.b Apply health and safety practices to AFNR workplaces. 

AFNR.HS.CR.4.c Use appropriate protective equipment and demonstrate safe and proper use of AFNR tools and equipment. 

AFNR.HS.CR.5 Evaluate the nature and scope of the AFNR Career Cluster and the role of agriculture, food and natural resources (AFNR) in society and the economy. 

AFNR.HS.CR.5.a Research, examine and discuss issues and trends that impact AFNR systems on local, state, national and global levels.

AFNR.HS.CR.6 Identify and demonstrate leadership skills and traits in demand of leadership roles in the agriculture industry.

AFNR.HS.CR.6.b Craft SMART goals to achieve by the end of a specific agricultural education course. 

AFNR.HS.CR.6.c Write a career objective. 

AFNR.HS.CR.6.d Write a connection statement explaining how current coursework contributes to his or her career objective.

AFNR.HS.CR.6.e Generate a personal statement explaining how he or she hopes to serve the people around them in their community and society.

AFNR.HS.CR.6.f Write and deliver a speech focused on a currently controversial topic within the agricultural industry while arguing both points of view.

STS.HS.21.1 Apply safety principles, practices, philosophy, and guidelines to the work environment. 

STS.HS.21.1.a Complete applicable safety assessment with 100% accuracy. 

STS.HS.21.1.b Employ appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while in the lab setting. 

STS.HS.21.1.c Employ eye protection in compliance with Neb. Rev. Statute 79-715. 

STS.HS.21.1.d Employ the safe application of tools and machines. 

STS.HS.21.1.e Explain the main hazards that are possible in the lab setting. 

STS.HS.21.1.f Demonstrate proper handling and storing of materials and chemicals. 

STS.HS.21.2 Identify career opportunities in metals areas. 

STS.HS.21.2.a Identify responsibilities and characteristics of professionals in a metals industry. 

STS.HS.21.2.b Describe work behaviors needed to be employable in a metals industry. 

STS.HS.21.2.c Identify the training, education, certification, and licensing requirements for various careers in a metals industry. 

STS.HS.21.2.d Identify high wage, high demand, and high skill careers in metals.

STS.HS.21.3 Demonstrate accurate measurements using measurement tools used in metals. 

STS.HS.21.3.a Identify types of metals measurement tools. 

STS.HS.21.3.b Explain metals measurement tools by use. 

STS.HS.21.3.c Demonstrate the accurate use of metals measurement and layout tools to 1/16" precision. 

STS.HS.21.4 Solve math functions and formulas to complete metals manufacturing tasks. 

STS.HS.21.4.a Identify whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and complex numbers. 

STS.HS.21.4.b Apply basic arithmetic operations used in metals manufacturing. 

STS.HS.21.4.c Solve decimal/fraction conversions used in metals manufacturing. 

STS.HS.21.5 Analyze the use of metals manufacturing communications. 

STS.HS.21.5.a Define metals manufacturing terminology. 

STS.HS.21.5.b Interpret the language of metals manufacturing. 

STS.HS.21.5.c Explain business and interpersonal communication appropriate to the work in the metals manufacturing environment. 

STS.HS.21.6 Determine the materials, tools, machines, and processes required to manufacture a metals product. 

STS.HS.21.6.a Identify the characteristics, properties, and origin of diverse metals. 

STS.HS.21.6.b Differentiate additive and subtractive metals manufacturing. 

STS.HS.21.6.c Identify metals fasteners by their industry standard applications. 

STS.HS.21.6.d Determine feed rate and/or speed settings for a metal material and process. 

STS.HS.21.6.e Explain the operation and application of common metals industry chemicals. 

STS.HS.21.6.f Determine the correct tools, machines, and processes needed to produce a specific metal product. 

STS.HS.21.6.g Estimate the amount of materials and supplies needed to manufacture a metal product.

STS.HS.21.7 Manufacture a product that uses metal as its primary material. 

STS.HS.21.7.a Interpret plans, drawings, and specifications to process metal materials. 

STS.HS.21.7.b Employ the standard operation and application of tools and machines along the metal manufacturing process. 

STS.HS.21.7.c Apply the correct types of materials, fasteners, adhesives, and finishes required to manufacture a specific metal product. 

STS.HS.21.7.d Explain how to critique a finished product. 

STS.HS.21.7.e Explain how to appraise the manufactured product.

STS.HS.28.1 Apply safety principles, practices, and guidelines to the work environment. 

STS.HS.28.1.a Complete applicable safety assessment with 100% accuracy. 

STS.HS.28.1.b Identify and explain the use of personal protective equipment. 

STS.HS.28.1.c Describe proper use of a fire extinguisher. 

STS.HS.28.1.d Demonstrate power equipment battery safety best-practices. 

STS.HS.28.1.e Apply the safe use of tools, machines, and equipment in alignment with industry standards to maintain a safe workplace. 

STS.HS.28.1.f Describe the role of government agencies in providing a safe workplace. 

STS.HS.28.1g Describe the safe and environmental disposal of fluids. 

STS.HS.28.2 Identify career opportunities in the Power Equipment industry. 

STS.HS.28.2.a List the most common power equipment careers and related fields of employment. 

STS.HS.28.2.b List the traits & skills employers look for in their employees. 

STS.HS.28.2.c Explain how to find job openings in the power equipment field & identify employment trends. 

STS.HS.28.2.d Explain the specialized tasks completed by each type of technician. 

STS.HS.28.2.e Explain the types of repair facilities. 

STS.HS.28.2.f Summarize the different systems used to pay technicians. 

STS.HS.28.2.g Identify the training, education, certification, and licensing requirements for various careers in the power equipment industry.

STS.HS.28.3 Identify fundamentals of power equipment measurement and math. 

STS.HS.28.3.a Measure power equipment parts and measurements using both English and metric measuring systems. 

STS.HS.28.3.b Identify and use basic measuring tools. 

STS.HS.28.3.c Solve power equipment problems using basic math skills. 

STS.HS.28.4 Explain fundamentals of Power Equipment Service Information. 

STS.HS.28.4.a Describe the different types of service information. 

STS.HS.28.4.b Explain the different kinds of information and Illustrations used in service information. 

STS.HS.28.4.c Utilize print and/or online service information. 

STS.HS.28.4.d Explain how to read and use shop work orders. 

STS.HS.28.4.e Describe how to order parts for repair. 

STS.HS.28.5 Explain fundamentals of fasteners, gaskets, seals, and sealants used in Power Equipment. 

STS.HS.28.5.a Identify commonly used power equipment fasteners. 

STS.HS.28.5.b Select and use fasteners properly. 

STS.HS.28.5.c Remove, select, and install gaskets, seals, and sealants correctly.

STS.HS.28.6 Explain fundamentals of power equipment principles of engine operation. 

STS.HS.28.6.a Explain simple engine operation. 

STS.HS.28.6.b Describe four-stroke engine operation and explain the purpose of each stroke. 

STS.HS.28.6.c Describe two-stroke engine operation and explain the principles of two-cycle operation. 

STS.HS.28.6.d List the advantages and disadvantages of two-stroke and four-stroke engines. 

STS.HS.28.7 Explain fundamentals of Power Equipment engine components and systems. 

STS.HS.28.7.a Describe the function of major moving components (e.g., piston, crankshaft, camshaft, valves). 

STS.HS.28.7.b Describe the fundamentals of power equipment fuel supply and air induction. 

STS.HS.28.7.c Describe the fundamentals of Power Equipment Ignition Systems. 

STS.HS.28.7.d Describe the fundamentals of power equipment lubrication Systems. 

STS.HS.28.7.e Describe the fundamentals of Power Equipment Cooling Systems. 

STS.HS.28.8 Demonstrate the fundamentals of power equipment engine disassembly, inspection and reassembly. 

STS.HS.28.8.a List the steps involved in disassembling an engine. 

STS.HS.28.8.b Explain how to inspect various engine parts for damage and wear. 

STS.HS.28.8.c Describe the procedure for removing an engine from an implement. 

STS.HS.28.8.d Explain how to inspect engines for problems. 

STS.HS.28.8.e Demonstrate power equipment engine assembly.

STS.HS.28.9 Explain fundamentals of Power Equipment Preventative Maintenance & Troubleshooting. 

STS.HS.28.9.a Explain the steps to perform preventive maintenance on various engine systems. 

STS.HS.28.9.b Summarize the steps to change the oil in a four-cycle engine. 

STS.HS.28.9.c Describe the steps to prepare an engine for storage. 

STS.HS.28.9.d Describe systematic troubleshooting. 

STS.HS.28.9.e Explain the importance of manufacturers’ service manuals to determine engine specifications and explain why this information is necessary when servicing a small engine. 

STS.HS.28.9.f Discuss the importance of a maintenance schedule and records.

STS.HS.28.1 Apply safety principles, practices, and guidelines to the work environment. 

STS.HS.28.1.a Complete applicable safety assessment with 100% accuracy. 

STS.HS.28.1.b Identify and explain the use of personal protective equipment. 

STS.HS.28.1.c Describe proper use of a fire extinguisher. 

STS.HS.28.1.d Demonstrate power equipment battery safety best-practices. 

STS.HS.28.1.e Apply the safe use of tools, machines, and equipment in alignment with industry standards to maintain a safe workplace. 

STS.HS.28.1.f Describe the role of government agencies in providing a safe workplace. 

STS.HS.28.1g Describe the safe and environmental disposal of fluids. 

STS.HS.28.2 Identify career opportunities in the Power Equipment industry. 

STS.HS.28.2.a List the most common power equipment careers and related fields of employment. 

STS.HS.28.2.b List the traits & skills employers look for in their employees. 

STS.HS.28.2.c Explain how to find job openings in the power equipment field & identify employment trends. 

STS.HS.28.2.d Explain the specialized tasks completed by each type of technician. 

STS.HS.28.2.e Explain the types of repair facilities. 

STS.HS.28.2.f Summarize the different systems used to pay technicians. 

STS.HS.28.2.g Identify the training, education, certification, and licensing requirements for various careers in the power equipment industry.

STS.HS.28.3 Identify fundamentals of power equipment measurement and math. 

STS.HS.28.3.a Measure power equipment parts and measurements using both English and metric measuring systems. 

STS.HS.28.3.b Identify and use basic measuring tools. 

STS.HS.28.3.c Solve power equipment problems using basic math skills. 

STS.HS.28.4 Explain fundamentals of Power Equipment Service Information. 

STS.HS.28.4.a Describe the different types of service information. 

STS.HS.28.4.b Explain the different kinds of information and Illustrations used in service information. 

STS.HS.28.4.c Utilize print and/or online service information. 

STS.HS.28.4.d Explain how to read and use shop work orders. 

STS.HS.28.4.e Describe how to order parts for repair. 

STS.HS.28.5 Explain fundamentals of fasteners, gaskets, seals, and sealants used in Power Equipment. 

STS.HS.28.5.a Identify commonly used power equipment fasteners. 

STS.HS.28.5.b Select and use fasteners properly. 

STS.HS.28.5.c Remove, select, and install gaskets, seals, and sealants correctly.

STS.HS.28.6 Explain fundamentals of power equipment principles of engine operation. 

STS.HS.28.6.a Explain simple engine operation. 

STS.HS.28.6.b Describe four-stroke engine operation and explain the purpose of each stroke. 

STS.HS.28.6.c Describe two-stroke engine operation and explain the principles of two-cycle operation. 

STS.HS.28.6.d List the advantages and disadvantages of two-stroke and four-stroke engines. 

STS.HS.28.7 Explain fundamentals of Power Equipment engine components and systems. 

STS.HS.28.7.a Describe the function of major moving components (e.g., piston, crankshaft, camshaft, valves). 

STS.HS.28.7.b Describe the fundamentals of power equipment fuel supply and air induction. 

STS.HS.28.7.c Describe the fundamentals of Power Equipment Ignition Systems. 

STS.HS.28.7.d Describe the fundamentals of power equipment lubrication Systems. 

STS.HS.28.7.e Describe the fundamentals of Power Equipment Cooling Systems. 

STS.HS.28.8 Demonstrate the fundamentals of power equipment engine disassembly, inspection and reassembly. 

STS.HS.28.8.a List the steps involved in disassembling an engine. 

STS.HS.28.8.b Explain how to inspect various engine parts for damage and wear. 

STS.HS.28.8.c Describe the procedure for removing an engine from an implement. 

STS.HS.28.8.d Explain how to inspect engines for problems. 

STS.HS.28.8.e Demonstrate power equipment engine assembly.

STS.HS.28.9 Explain fundamentals of Power Equipment Preventative Maintenance & Troubleshooting. 

STS.HS.28.9.a Explain the steps to perform preventive maintenance on various engine systems. 

STS.HS.28.9.b Summarize the steps to change the oil in a four-cycle engine. 

STS.HS.28.9.c Describe the steps to prepare an engine for storage. 

STS.HS.28.9.d Describe systematic troubleshooting. 

STS.HS.28.9.e Explain the importance of manufacturers’ service manuals to determine engine specifications and explain why this information is necessary when servicing a small engine. 

STS.HS.28.9.f Discuss the importance of a maintenance schedule and records.

STS.HS.10.1 Apply safety principles, practices, philosophy, and guidelines to the work environment. 

STS.HS.10.1.a Complete applicable safety assessment with 100% accuracy. 

STS.HS.10.1.b Employ appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while in the lab setting. 

STS.HS.10.1.c Employ eye protection in compliance with Neb. Rev. Statute 79-715. 

STS.HS.10.1.d Employ the safe application of tools and machines. 

STS.HS.10.1.e Explain the main hazards that are possible in the lab setting. 

STS.HS.10.1.f Demonstrate proper handling and storing of materials. 

STS.HS.10.1.g Demonstrate proper use of a ladder. 

STS.HS.10.2 Identify career opportunities in the construction industry. 

STS.HS.10.2.a Describe work behaviors needed to be employable. 

STS.HS.10.2.b Identify employment trends in various construction sectors (e.g., residential, commercial, industrial, energy, green technologies, etc.). 

STS.HS.10.2.c Identify the responsibilities and characteristics of professionals in the construction industry. 

STS.HS.10.2.d Identify the training, education, certification, and licensing requirements for various careers in the construction industry.

STS.HS.10.3 Demonstrate use of construction communications. 

STS.HS.10.3.a Interpret construction terminology. 

STS.HS.10.3.b Identify construction tools and equipment. 

STS.HS.10.3.c Interpret construction plans, drawings, and schedules. 

STS.HS.10.4 Summarize building systems and components. 

STS.HS.10.4.a Identify construction materials needed to complete a project (i.e., dimensional, engineered, and steel. 

STS.HS.10.4.b Identify different types of fasteners, adhesives, and finishes needed to complete a project. 

STS.HS.10.5 Demonstrate the building process 

STS.HS.10.5.a Identify, receive, and inspect materials. 

STS.HS.10.5.b Apply math functions and formulas to complete tasks. 

STS.HS.10.5.c Correctly and accurately use tools and equipment to perform material takeoff (MTO) from the drawings and meeting specifications. 

STS.HS.10.5.d Construct a project using dimensional, engineered, or steel components.