This class is a career exploration class. Students will be assigned to a module that will change every 10-12 days. Students will finish 6 modules in a semester. There are 17 modules which means that a student may take this class for more than one semester. You will find the specific activities for each module on my weekly planner page of this website.
Office Phone - 864-355-6990
Students will explore various careers through hands-on activities and complete assignments that provide an overview of multiple career paths.
Gain information on several careers.
Complete activities to understand various career options.
Chromebook (fully charged each day)
Quizzes: There will be a quiz on Day 5 of each module.
Tests: There will be a test on Day 10 of each module.
Assignments: Several hands-on activities and written assignments will be graded.
Handle all materials properly.
Have your Chromebook charged every day.
No gum or food in the lab.
Work positively in groups.
Generative AI tools like MagicSchool and Google Gemini may be used in this course to enhance learning. Greenville County Schools emphasizes the ethical use of such technology. While AI can be used for self-learning and generating ideas, it should not replace your own critical thinking and work. It is important to note that using AI to complete assignments and submitting them as your own is plagiarism. If AI is allowed by your teacher, you must cite it according to the correct citation. Be aware of the potential for bias and inaccuracies in AI-generated content. Use these tools ethically and be aware of their limitations. Generative AI is meant to supplement, not replace, traditional instruction. All instruction programs including Artificial Intelligence meet the requirements contained in GCS Board Policy and Administrative Rule IA.
This year, students will use MagicSchool AI, a generative AI platform designed specifically for education. As tools like ChatGPT and Gemini become standard in the professional world, utilizing MagicSchool prepares students for the future workforce by teaching safe and responsible technology use.
Students will use these tools for real-time feedback and dynamic problem-solving. To ensure appropriate use, teachers retain access to all student chats. MagicSchool strictly protects privacy and does not collect or utilize student data. All AI software, including MagicSchool, complies with GCS Board Policy and Administrative Rule IA.
This course may utilize generative AI tools, such as MagicSchool and Google Gemini, to supplement traditional instruction. Greenville County Schools prioritizes the ethical use of these technologies for brainstorming and self-guided learning.
Critical Thinking First: AI must not replace original thought or coursework.
Academic Integrity: Using AI to complete and submit assignments as original work constitutes plagiarism.
Required Citation: If teacher-approved, all AI use must be properly cited.
Content Awareness: Students must remain vigilant regarding potential biases and inaccuracies in AI-generated content.
Policy Compliance: All AI programs align with GCS Board Policy and Administrative Rule IA.
The following career areas will be covered throughout the school year:
Design and Marketing
Video Production
Digital Audio
Energy and Power
Home Maintenance Fundamentals
Home Maintenance Systems
Culinary Arts
Cosmetology
Alternative Energy
Finance
Employability
EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)
Sports Medicine
Vet Medicine
Criminalistics
Pharmacology
Dentistry
Flight Principles
Computer Graphics and Game Design
Electricity
No grading floor - The grade you make is the grade in the gradebook
8 minor grades
3 major grades
Assignments calculated on a 100 point scale
Assignment Submission
Students are expected to submit all minor and major assignments assigned. Major assessments and assignments considered required assignments for the course.
Missing Work Due to Not Handed In
Assigned work that is not handed in by the due date will be recorded in the gradebook as a code of NHI. The code of NHI equates to a score of zero in the gradebook.
Missing Work Due to Student Absences
Work missed because of an excused absence will be recorded as MDA.
Students have five (5) school days after returning from an excused absence to submit missed work unless alternative arrangements are made because of an extended absence or other extenuating circumstances. If alternative arrangements have not been made with the teacher, a grade of zero will be recorded as the grade for the missing work.
Late Work Policy
In order to continue to foster high expectations for our students, while focusing on learning outcomes, teachers have collaborated to address the issue of assignments not handed in. Teachers provide extra help before and after school, as well as time during Flex in addition to class time to ensure that students have an opportunity to receive the necessary support to complete their assignments successfully. Purposely evading or refusing to do work are exceptions to the late work allowance.
Teachers will accept late work when a student is absent, with no penalty to the student up to 5 days after the original due date or the end of the grading period, whichever comes first. A teacher may extend the late work acceptance deadline but may not reduce the time. The work, although submitted late, will not receive a point reduction. Assessments must be about mastery of content and if graded, the goal is to assess mastery, not behaviors. Work can be accepted late across grading periods by special exception and approval of the teacher and/or administrator.
Make-up Work Policy
In order to receive full credit for make-up work, all work must be submitted within five school days, immediately following the excused absence. In cases of prolonged illness beyond five days, special consideration will be given. It is the responsibility of the students, not the teachers, to arrange for make-up work.
If a student misses a test or quiz while absent, on the first day back, arrangements should be made with the teacher to make up the assessment within five days.
In general, work is made up before or after school in order not to miss more class time. Arrangements may also be made with the teacher to make-up assignments during support times such as lunch. Arrangements should be made with the teacher to complete this in a timely manner.
All work not turned in due to an absence will be coded as MDA in the gradebook.
Students may request a retake, redo, or revision of an eligible major assessment.
To qualify, the student must:
Submit the school’s Retake/Redo Request Form within five school days of the grade being posted.
Have submitted all minor assignments associated with the instructional unit.
Complete teacher-directed remediation or relearning before reassessment.
Coordinate the reassessment with the teacher during an agreed-upon intervention time.
Only major assessments are eligible for retake, redo, or revision.
All reassessments must be completed by the end of the grading period in which the original assessment was assigned.
Students must complete teacher-directed remediation or relearning before reassessment.
The teacher and student will coordinate the reassessment during an agreed-upon intervention time, such as before school, FLEX, lunch, or after school.
An alternate assessment or revised learning task may be used to demonstrate mastery of the same standards measured by the original assessment.
The highest score earned will replace the previous score in the gradebook.
School procedures must be implemented consistently across all grade levels and content areas.
Quizzes
Assess understanding of module content.
Tests
Comprehensive evaluation of knowledge at module's end.
Hands-on Activities
Engagement and performance in practical tasks.
Written Assignments
Clarity, organization, and thoroughness of written work.
Group Work
Collaboration and positive interaction within groups.
This syllabus serves as a guide for students and families to understand the expectations and structure of the Career Education course. Please ensure to review and sign the Lab Expectations Contract for full participation in all course activities
Partner Modules: Culinary Arts, Cosmetology, Design and Marketing, Home Maintenance Fundamentals, Home Maintenance Systems, Video Production, Digital Audio Production, EMT, Sports Medicine, Vet Medicine, Alternative Energy, Energy and Power, Criminalistics, Dentistry, and Pharmacology, Electricity, Flight Principles, Computer Graphics and Game Design
Whole group modules: Finance and Employability
For the first 5 days of the semester, we go over the classroom expectations. Students are given a contract that needs to be signed by the student and parent/guardian and returned to Ms. Deas. We discuss how to use the materials in our lab. All students are expected to handle the materials in a proper manner according to the information given in each module.
For the next 10 days, we work on creating an account in Paxton/Patterson and students learn to download, complete and submit assignments.
For the rest of the semester, students are on a 10-12 day rotation through 5 or 6 different modules with the schedule below.
Day 1 - Terminology related to specific career
Day 2 - 4 Information related to a specific career, videos, practice questions, checkpoint questions. Various hands-on activities related to specific career.
Day 5 - Checkpoint test - This is counted as a quiz grade since this is halfway through the module - We review before the test. Students are allowed to look up answers or ask their partner for help. The goal is to learn the material.
Day 6 - 8 Information related to a specific career, videos, practice questions, checkpoint questions. Various hands-on activities related to specific career.
Day 9 - Students conduct research or several careers related to their module. They will write several paragraphs about their research. Questions they will answer: 1. What education is necessary for this job? 2. What is the salary for this job? 3. What is the current job outlook for my state?
Day 10 - Checkpoint test - This is a major grade since this is the culmination of the whole module - We review before the test. Students are allowed to ask their partner for help. The goal is to learn the material.
We will also invite speakers to come in to talk about their career. If parents are willing to come speak about your career, please contact Ms. Deas by email.