Murrieta Valley High School
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Murrieta Valley High School 

Period 1 - Crimes Scene Investigation/Forensic Science (CJ2)                         [28 Students, 2 Teacher Aides]

Period 2 - Explore Criminal Justice (Capstone class) (CJ3)                                [22 Students]

Period 3 - Crimes Scene Investigation/Forensic Science (CJ2)                             [29 Students, 3 Teacher Aides]

Period 4 - Explore Criminal Justice (Capstone class) (CJ3)                                [22 Students, 2 Teacher Aides]

Period 5 - Teacher Prep

Period 6 - Intro to Law Enforcement (CJ1)                                                                [26 Students, 2 Teacher Aides]

Period 7 - Intro to Law Enforcement (CJ1)                                                                [26 Students, 1 Teacher Aide]

• The number of students enrolled in each class is capped at 32

• Number of instructors = 1 

• IEP and 504 students thrive in the CTE environment (names confidential) 

Marketing 

The program is promoted within the school campus, the Murrieta Valley Highschool website/Murrieta Valley District website, and to prospective students via posters and announcements. 

Marketing Plan

Our marketing plan is to reach those who are outside the school district and to utilize and promote our social media(s). 

Advocation and Collaboration 

While our courses are for high school only, we advocate and advertise to our middle school student body as well as those who are currently in high school. We do this via our school's collaboration with the middle school teachers and administration.
Our website and social media accounts are current, maintained, and updated. We post approximately once a week on our various social media. Our posts include reminders for class registration, community service opportunities, and other notifications for students and CTE members. 

Social Media
Instagram - @carlsonsclass411

Our school counselors, specifically Mr. Vandenburgh,  play a vital role in supporting the Career and Technical Education (CTE) and the programs we teach to ensure students are well-prepared for both academic and career success. Their collaboration with us enhances student engagement, career planning, and alignment with industry standards. Here are several key ways our counselor's work:

• Academic and Career Advising: Counselors help students understand the benefits of CTE pathways by guiding the various career and academic options available within each program. They assist students in choosing courses aligned with their interests, abilities, and career goals, helping them understand how CTE pathways can lead to both college and career opportunities.

• Pathway Promotion and Enrollment: Counselors play a role in promoting CTE programs to students and parents, highlighting the hands-on learning and career-readiness aspects of CTE. They actively support enrollment by guiding students through pathway prerequisites and sequences, ensuring students can complete the program within their high school years.

• Scheduling and Sequencing Support: Working closely with teachers, the counselors ensure that students can complete all required courses within a pathway. They help manage scheduling conflicts, prerequisites, and course sequences to keep students on track for certification and program completion.

• Individualized Student Planning: Counselors contribute to individualized education plans (IEPs) and career plans, especially for students interested in CTE programs. They collaborate with me to assess each student’s needs, strengths, and career interests, creating tailored education plans that align with CTE offerings.

• Promoting Industry Certifications and Articulation with local Colleges: Counselors help students understand the value of industry certifications and, atriculation with Mt. San Jacinto College allowing students to earn college credit. They work with us to identify eligible students and ensure that they are aware of these opportunities, enhancing post-graduation employability and educational advancement.

• Monitoring Student Progress: By working with us, counselors monitor students’ academic progress, attendance, and engagement within CTE programs. This allows them to intervene early if students need additional support, ensuring they stay on track for graduation and program completion.

• Parent and Community Engagement: Counselors help bridge communication between teachers, students, parents, and community stakeholders. 

• Social and Emotional Support: Recognizing that some CTE fields require unique interpersonal skills and emotional resilience, counselors work with me to offer students guidance on soft skills, professional etiquette, and emotional preparedness for industry demands. This holistic support helps students build both technical and interpersonal skills essential for success in the workplace.

Through this collaborative approach, the counselors and I build comprehensive support systems that guide students through their high school education and prepare them for meaningful careers and further education.

Budgeting

• CTE Instructor and administration keep track of the whole program budget

Equipment Allocation and Expenditure Procedure

1. Student Officers or CTE Instructors identify needed equipment, resupply, or other program expenditures.

2. Expenditure and Order Form filled out and turned in to ASB or School secretary.

3. ASB evaluates and approves form. School secretary completes purchase order and other paperwork through school administration.

4. Equipment is shipped to CTE classes.