Summary of Pathway

The Accounting Pathway will introduce students to the basics of accounting and tax preparation to aid in the understanding of the accounting story preparing students for post-secondary education in the fields of accounting and finance.

Classes within pathway

Level 1- Business Seminar (.5 Credit)

Business Seminar will give students the opportunity to learn about business and its three areas: Accounting, Information Technology, and Marketing. This project-based class will provide students with insight to how local business and industry operate. Through hands-on practice, students will be exposed to concepts in business management, marketing, finance, information technology, and entrepreneurship.

Level 1 - Computers for Professionals (.5 Credit)

Computers for Professionals is a dual credit course with Gateway Technical College. This hands-on course will provide students with the computer skills needed for all areas of business. Students will have the opportunity to earn the Microsoft Office Specialist certification in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Additional competencies include Internet research, electronic communications, organization, and social media.

Level 2 - Accounting Principles & Software Applications (1 Credit)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level One Courses for the Accounting Pathway. Students will learn about the language of business and accounting through these dual credited courses with Gateway Technical College. Fundamental concepts of accounting including financial statement preparation, journal entries, posting, adjusting and closing entries will be covered.

Level 3 - Income Tax Accounting (1 Credit)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Accounting Principles and Software Applications. Students will learn about the basics of Federal and Wisconsin income tax laws and how to prepare manual and electronic individual, basic federal, and corporate tax returns. Students will also learn about exemptions, gross income, deductions, credits, and other tax code areas.

Workplace Learning Program Opportunities

Finance Youth Apprenticeship 1 (2.5 Credits; 11th and 12th grades)

Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Level 2 or 3 Career Pathway courses or two technical-related courses (one each semester) to work placement. The Wisconsin (WI) Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Youth Apprenticeship Finance units are associated with this workplace learning experience. Students who register complete an application process to be accepted into the program. Students will work at least 450 hours in a paid work experience related to their pathway, averaging 10-15 hours per week.

Finance Youth Apprenticeship 2 (2.5 Credits; 12th grade)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Finance Youth Apprenticeship 1. Concurrent enrollment in Level 3 Career Pathway courses or two technical-related courses (one each semester) to work placement. The second level Wisconsin (WI) Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Youth Apprenticeship program.

Summary of Pathway

Students will be introduced to the careers, post-secondary education, and skills needed to start, run, and grow a successful business.

Classes within pathway

Level 1- Business Seminar (.5 Credit)

Business Seminar will give students the opportunity to learn about business and its three areas: Finance, Information Technology, and Marketing. This project-based class will provide students with insight to how local business and industry operate. Through hands-on practice, students will be exposed to concepts in business management, marketing, finance, information technology, and entrepreneurship.

Leve 1 - Computers for Professionals (.5 Credit)

Computers for Professionals is a dual credit course with Gateway Technical College. This hands-on course will provide students with the computer skills needed for all areas of business. Students will have the opportunity to earn the Microsoft Office Specialist certification in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Additional competencies include Internet research, electronic communications, organization, and social media.

Level 2 - Entrepreneurship (.5 Credit)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of the Level One Courses of the Business Pathway. Students will explore what it takes to start up, own and operate a small business. Students will create a business plan by learning about course topics such as entrepreneurship concepts, researching and planning a small business, business ownership, marketing strategies, economics, communications, and financial management.

Level 2 - Business Law (.5 Credit)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of the Level One Courses of the Business Pathway. Students will be introduced to relevant legal issues that affect business today. Students will learn the fundamentals of law from the U.S. Constitution to the Uniform Commercial Code, from Contract Law to Property Law, and will be able to identify the legal basis of various business activities.

Level 3 - Accounting Principles & Software Applications (1 Credit)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level Two Courses of the Business Pathway. Students will learn about the language of business and accounting through these dual credited courses with Gateway Technical College. Fundamental concepts of accounting including financial statement preparation, journal entries, posting, adjusting and closing entries will be covered.

Workplace Learning Program Opportunities

Business Co-op (2.5 Credits; 11th and 12th grades)

Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Level 2 or 3 Career Pathway courses or two technical-related courses (one each semester) to work placement. The Wisconsin (WI) Department of Public Instruction (WI DPI) Business & Information Technology Cooperative Education Skill Standards program associated with this workplace learning experience include: Business Foundations and Management. Students who register complete an application process to be accepted into the program. Students will work at least 480 hours in a paid work experience related to their pathway, averaging 10-15 hours per week.

Business in Hospitality & Tourism Youth Apprenticeship 1 (2.5 Credits; 11th and 12th grade)

Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Level 2 or 3 Career Pathway courses or two technical-related courses (one each semester) to work placement. The Wisconsin (WI) Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Youth Apprenticeship Hospitality and Tourism units associated with this workplace learning experience include: LodgingFront Office, Reservations & Tour/Activity, Meetings & Events, Management I, and Management II. Students who register complete an application process to be accepted into the program. Students will work at least 450 hours in a paid work experience related to their pathway, averaging 10-15 hours per week.

Business in Hospitality & Tourism Youth Apprenticeship 2 (2.5 Credits; 12th grade)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Business in Hospitality & Tourism Youth Apprenticeship 1. Concurrent enrollment in Level 3 Career Pathway courses or two additional technical-related courses (one each semester) to work placement. The second level Wisconsin (WI) Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Youth Apprenticeship program continues to build student knowledge and experience within the Business workforce sector for the Hospitality & Tourism industry. Hospitality and Tourism units associated with this workplace learning experience include: LodgingFront Office, Reservations & Tour/Activity, Meetings & Events, Management I, and Management II.

Finance Youth Apprenticeship 1 (2.5 Credits; 11th and 12th grades)

Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Level 2 or 3 Career Pathway courses or two technical-related courses (one each semester) to work placement. The Wisconsin (WI) Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Youth Apprenticeship Finance units are associated with this workplace learning experience. Students who register complete an application process to be accepted into the program. Students will work at least 450 hours in a paid work experience related to their pathway, averaging 10-15 hours per week.

Finance Youth Apprenticeship 2 (2.5 Credits; 12th grade)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Finance Youth Apprenticeship 1. Concurrent enrollment in Level 3 Career Pathway courses or two technical-related courses (one each semester) to work placement. The second level Wisconsin (WI) Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Youth Apprenticeship program.

Medical Office (Health Science) Youth Apprenticeship (2.5 Credits; 11th & 12th grades)

Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Level 2 or 3 Career Pathway courses or two technical-related courses (one each semester) to work placement. The Wisconsin (WI) Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Youth Apprenticeship Health Science – Medical Office unit is associated with this workplace learning experience. Students will work at least 450 hours in a paid work experience related to their pathway, averaging 10-15 hours per week.

Transportation, Distribution and Logistics Youth Apprenticeship 1 (2.5 Credits; 11th & 12th grades)

Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Level 2 or 3 Career Pathway courses or two technical-related courses (one each semester) to work placement. The Wisconsin (WI) Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Youth Apprenticeship Transportation, Distribution and Logistic unit associated with this workplace learning experience: Logistics/Supply Chain Management. Students will work at least 450 hours in a paid work experience related to their pathway, averaging 10-15 hours per week.

Summary of Pathway

Students will be introduced and prepared for careers and post-secondary programs in sales, advertising, marketing, management, and retail merchandising.

Classes within pathway

Level 1- Business Seminar (.5 Credit)

Business Seminar will give students the opportunity to learn about business and its three areas: Accounting, Information Technology, and Marketing. This project-based class will provide students with insight to how local business and industry operate. Through hands-on practice, students will be exposed to concepts in business management, marketing, finance, information technology, and entrepreneurship.

Level 1 - Computers for Professionals (.5 Credit)

Computers for Professionals is a dual credit course with Gateway Technical College. This hands-on course will provide students with the computer skills needed for all areas of business. Students will have the opportunity to earn the Microsoft Office Specialist certification in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Additional competencies include Internet research, electronic communications, organization, and social media.

Level 2 - Marketing Principles (.5 Credit)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level One Courses for Marketing Pathway. This is a foundational course that introduces students to the principles of marketing. You will study the foundations of marketing on a more in-depth level. This course will instruct students in the functions of marketing, the four P’s of marketing, human relations and communications (people skills). Small group-oriented instruction and organization will allow the student to achieve a true “hands-on” experience.

Level 2 - Selling Principles (.5 Credit)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level One Courses for Marketing Pathway. Students will be provided a basic understanding of the consultative selling process. Students will be building a solid foundation in the professional sales process, examining the characteristics of a successful salesperson, buyer behavior, communication styles, and ethics. Case problems, role playing scenarios, and sales presentations will be used to further student understanding

Level 3 - Retailing & Promotional Principles (1 Credit)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Marketing Principles and Selling Principles. Retailing provides the student with a basic understanding of the retail environment. The course includes: the retail structure, basic factors involved with store location, product line, fixtures and equipment. The course will also focus on major trends in retailing, along with strategies used in staffing, maintaining personnel, merchandise planning and control, and strategies in merchandise buying and receiving. Students are introduced to the theory and practice of integrated marketing communications. An understanding of the promotional elements; advertising, direct marketing, public relations, sales promotion, and digital marketing with emphasis placed on implementation of integrated marketing communications (IMC) in planning marketing and promotional programs will be integrated into this course. This class includes working with the school-based enterprise. Students may combine this course with the Marketing Co-op to earn industry experiences and certifications.

Workplace Learning Program Opportunities

Marketing Youth Apprenticeship 1 (2.5 Credits; 11th and 12th)

Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Level 2 or 3 Career Pathway courses or two technical-related courses (one each semester) to work placement. The Wisconsin (WI) Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Youth Apprenticeship units associated with this workplace learning experience include: Marketing: All One Year Units, Hospitality & Tourism-Marketing & Sales I and Marketing & Sales II. Students who register complete an application process to be accepted into the program. Students will work at least 450 hours in a paid work experience related to their pathway, averaging 10-15 hours per week.

Marketing Youth Apprenticeship 2 (2.5 Credits; 12th grade)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Marketing Youth Apprenticeship 1. Concurrent enrollment in Level 3 Career Pathway courses or two additional technical-related courses (one each semester) to work placement. The second level Wisconsin (WI) Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Youth Apprenticeship program continues to build student knowledge and experience within the Marketing workforce sectors, including Marketing & Sales units within the Hospitality & Tourism program. Students who register complete an application process to be accepted into the program. Students will work an additional 450 hours in a paid work experience related to their pathway, averaging 10-15 hours per week.

Summary of Pathway

Culinary Arts is designed for students interested in pursuing post-secondary education or a career in the food service industry. Successful students completing the program will receive certification from the National Restaurant Association (NRA) which provides articulated college credit or advanced standing opportunities in colleges and universities across the United States in Culinary and Management programs, along with many scholarship opportunities. Throughout the program, students will also work towards earning ServSafe® certifications, which are required to manage food service operations.

Classes within pathway

Level 1 - Culinary Skills (.5 Credit)

Students will gain practical experience in basic food preparation. Fundamental concepts and developing skills and techniques used in professional cooking are emphasized. As students develop knowledge and skills, they will prepare and serve food items during the final weeks of the course.

Level 1 - Nutrition (.5 Credit)

Nutrition is a dual credit course with Gateway Technical College. Nutrition is a preparatory course for future culinary pathway classes. Students will learn about the nutritional needs of various individuals. Through exploring different cultures and methods of cooking, students will become familiar with the basic principles and current nutritional concepts.

Level 2 - Pro-Start (1 Credit)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level One Courses of the Culinary Pathway. Students will learn how to prepare and serve all different types of food as well as restaurant management and marketing. In addition to restaurants, hospitality areas of lodging, tourism, and retail will be explored. This course provides a solid foundation for the real-world skills needed in a restaurant or hospitality career.

Level 2 - Advanced Pro-Start (1 Credit)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Pro-Start. The final course in the pathway provides students the opportunity to learn about how to manage hospitality businesses and restaurants, as well as develop advanced culinary skills. Students will have the opportunity to complete national industry credentials and participate in experiences related to the culinary and hospitality fields.

Workplace Learning Program Opportunities

Business in Hospitality & Tourism Youth Apprenticeship 2 (2.5 Credits; 12th grade)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Business in Hospitality & Tourism Youth Apprenticeship 1. Concurrent enrollment in Level 3 Career Pathway courses or two additional technical-related courses (one each semester) to work placement. The second level Wisconsin (WI) Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Youth Apprenticeship program continues to build student knowledge and experience within the Business workforce sector for the Hospitality & Tourism industry. Hospitality and Tourism units associated with this workplace learning experience include: Lodging-Front Office, Reservations & Tour/Activity, Meetings & Events, Management I, and Management II.

Food, Beverage & Lodging Youth Apprenticeship 1 (2.5 Credits; 11th and 12th grades)

Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Level 2 or 3 Career Pathway courses or two technical-related courses (one each semester) to work placement. The Wisconsin (WI) Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Youth Apprenticeship Hospitality, Lodging and Tourism units associated with this workplace learning experience include: Food & Beverage-Dining Area, Food & Beverage-Kitchen, and Lodging-Housekeeping. Students who register complete an application process to be accepted into the program. Students will work at least 450 hours in a paid work experience related to their pathway, averaging 10-15 hours per week.

Food, Beverage & Lodging Youth Apprenticeship 2 (2.5 Credits, 12th grade)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Food, Beverage, and Lodging (Hospitality, Lodging & Tourism) Youth Apprenticeship 1. Concurrent enrollment in Level 3 Career Pathway courses ortwo additional technical-related courses (one each semester) to work placement. The second level Wisconsin (WI) Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Youth Apprenticeship program continues to build student knowledge and experience within the Hospitality & Tourism workforce sector. Hospitality and Tourism units associated with this workplace learning experience include: Food & BeverageDining Area, Food & Beverage-Kitchen, and Lodging-Housekeeping. Students who register complete an application process to be accepted into the program. Students will work an additional 450 hours in a paid work experience related to their pathway, averaging 10-15 hours per week.

Animals & Plants (Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources) Youth Apprenticeship 1 (2.5 Credits; 11th and 12th grades)

Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Level 2 or 3 Career Pathway courses or two technical-related courses (one each semester) to work placement. The Wisconsin (WI) Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Youth Apprenticeship Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources – Animals and Plants units are associated with this workplace learning experience. Students will work at least 450 hours in a paid work experience related to their pathway, averaging 10-15 hours per week.

Animals & Plants (Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources) Youth Apprenticeship 2 (2.5 Credits; 12th grade)

Successful completion of Plants & Animals (Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources) Youth Apprenticeship 1. Concurrent enrollment in Level 3 Career Pathway courses or two additional technical-related courses (one each semester) to work placement. The second level Wisconsin (WI) Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Youth Apprenticeship program continues to build student knowledge and experience in the units of Plants. Students who register complete an application process to be accepted into the program. Students will work an additional 450 hours in a paid work experience related to their pathway, averaging 10-15 hours per week.