Natural Resources

Course Description: This course develops management and conservation skills in understanding the connection between agriculture and natural resources. Student knowledge and skills are developed in: understanding natural resources and its importance; fish, wildlife, and forestry management and conservation; and exploring outdoor recreational enterprises. Hunting and fishing as a sport, growing and managing tree forests, and outdoor safety education will be featured. Career exploration will be discussed including: park ranger, game warden, campground manager, forester, conservation officer, wildlife manager, and related occupations. Improving computer and workplace skills will be a focus. Participation in FFA student organization activities and Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects is an integral course component for leadership development, career exploration and reinforcement of academic concepts.

ISBE Course Code: 18504A002

Grade Level: 11 & 12

Length of Course: Year

Credit: 1 Unit

Quizlet Classroom: Natural Resources

FFA LEADERSHIP

Membership:

Members must pay dues, or be members of an affiliated chapter, and are eligible for all activities, with the exception of those specifically restricted in the rules. Please reference your local FFA Constitution and By-Laws to determine how FFA Membership is conducted in your local chapter.

Degrees:

The local chapter will award Chapter FFA Degrees to 10th and 11th grade members enrolled in an approved agriculture education class taught by a certified teacher. Members enrolled in 11th and 12th grade are also eligible for the Illinois FFA State Degree if minimum qualifications are met. For more information on FFA Degrees, please visit https://www.ilaged.org/degrees

Leadership & Career Development Events:

Members are eligible to participate in career and leadership development events at the section, district, state and national levels. For more information about these events in Illinois, visit https://www.ilaged.org/CDE

SUPERVISED AGRICULTURAL EXPERIENCE

Members are able to complete Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) records and compete for the honors through proficiency awards and degrees. To learn more about SAEs, visit http://exploresae.com.

PACE FRAMEWORK ALIGNMENT

A student (11^th Grade) should be supported to:

• • Revisit the career survey

  • Participate in a mock job interview

  • Create a resume and personal statement

  • Identify an internship opportunity related to the CP

  • Determine readiness for college-level coursework in math/ELA and enrollment in either “catch up” or “speed up” course

  • Complete or enroll in at least one early college credit opportunity

  • Attend a college fair

  • Visit at least 3 PS institutions

  • Take at least one college entrance exam

A student (11^th Grade) should know:

• • Application deadlines, test timing, cost, and preparation for industry-based certification for CP

  • Career attributes related to career interests

  • Entrance requirements, including application deadlines, for expected PS programs of study

  • 3-5 match schools, one safety, one reach school for PS program of study

  • Negative impact of remediation on PS goals

  • Financial aid deadlines for chosen PS options

By 12/31 of 12th grade a student should have:

• • Completed 3 or more admissions applications to PS institutions

  • Met with a school counselor to ensure all steps in the PS admissions process are completed on time Attended a FAFSA completion workshop

  • Completed the FAFSA

By the end of 12th grade a student should be supported to:

• • Address any remedial needs in math/ELA

  • Obtain an internship opportunity related to the CP

  • If applicable, receive industry-based certification(s) related to the CP

  • Complete one or more team-based challenges or projects related to the CP

  • Attend a financial aid award letter workshop

A (12^th Grade) student should know:

• • How CP courses and experiences articulate to degree programs at PS options

  • Estimated cost of each PS option

  • Affordability of PS options in relation to expected entry-level career salary and anticipated debt

  • Terms and conditions of any scholarship or loan

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