The ongoing implementation involves ensuring that instruction is systematically aligned with the program's objectives, acknowledging the critical role of marketing and recruitment in sustaining program strength and viability, and prioritizing the development of policies for effective management of resources and budgets to uphold responsible stewardship.
Skill Development: The LPSCS Pathway focuses on introducing skills that are essential for leadership and success in a global society. This includes critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and adaptability.
Experiential Learning: Hands-on, real-world experiences in the LPSCS Pathway help students apply their skills in practical contexts, preparing them for the challenges they will face beyond high school.
Cultural Competence: Promoting cultural awareness and understanding, the LPSCS Pathway helps students develop the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, aligning with the school's commitment to preparing students for a diverse global society.
Community Engagement: Encouraging students to participate in community service and leadership activities helps foster a sense of responsibility and civic duty, contributing to their development as positive, productive members of the community.
Future-Oriented Curriculum: The program's curriculum is forward-thinking and aligned with the skills and knowledge needed in the 21st century and beyond. Which involves integrating technology, emphasizing innovation, and staying abreast of emerging trends and developments in relevant fields.
Character Development: In addition to academic skills, the LPSCS Pathway focuses on nurturing qualities such as integrity, resilience, empathy, and humility, which are crucial for effective leadership and positive community engagement.
Partnerships and Networking: Collaborating with local businesses, organizations, and higher education institutions helps provide students with valuable opportunities for mentorship, internships, and networking, enhancing their preparation for future careers in Law, Public Safety, Corrections, or Security roles.
The elements incorporated in the LPSCS Pathway, effectively supports Ware County High School's and CTAE's mission of preparing leaders for tomorrow's challenges and its vision of developing students into positive, productive community members who will lead the way in the 21st century and beyond.
In the next year, our main goal in the Ware County High School LPSCS Pathway is to increase the number of members in our SkillsUSA Chapter. We want to build a strong group of students who are excited to become skilled professionals, ready to take on leadership roles in their careers, and committed to making positive contributions to their communities. By participating in competitions at the local, regional, and state levels in the Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security program, we aim to provide our members with invaluable opportunities for growth and achievement.
Over the next three years, our aim is to build our partnership with the Waycross Police Department Jr. Auxiliary cadet program. This program provides young adults with a firsthand understanding of the criminal justice system through training, hands-on experiences, competitions, and various activities. Moreover, it fosters personal development by emphasizing character building, respect for the law, physical fitness, civic responsibility, and patriotism. To participate in the program, students must maintain excellent attendance, behavior, and grades in school.
The long term goal for the Ware County High School LPSCS program is to establish, in collaboration with the Ware County Sheriff’s Office, a POST basic Jailers course tailored for students within the LPSCS pathway. The ongoing partnership with Sheriff James involves navigating the rigorous process for POST approval and fulfilling the necessary procedural requirements for the course's implementation. Presently, the primary focus is on organizing student schedules to accommodate the 80-hour course curriculum.
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The current student/instructor ratio appropriate for teaching occupational skills
The current student/instructor ratio appropriate for teaching occupational skills
A chart might be best
Class schedule
Number of students enrolled in each class
Number of students with an IEP, 504 and/or ESL
Number of instructors (include resource teachers)
The LPSCS program has been promoted within the school, effectively targeted toward prospective students and feeder schools. Marketing materials, including brochures, flyers, and social media content, have been created to highlight the program's strengths and benefits.
Describe how you work with the counseling department at home school and feeder schools.
Advisory committee membership
Chain of command for instructor - who handles academic issues, scheduling issues, SkillsUSA approvals, etc.
State the written policy for the allocation and control of training equipment expenditures.
Budgeting procedure for your program
Link: LPSCS_Program Budgeting and Allocation/Control of Training Equipment Expenditures
Copy of your program’s approved local budget
Program Expenditures for the Last Three Years (local money, county money, fundraising, etc.)
Link: LPSCS Expenditures_Local, Perkins, Esser Funds For Purchases
Link: WCHS Reconciliation Activity Account Report
What system is in place for making decisions about consumables, course content, software, equipment, and/or instructional support materials.
Link: LPSCS_System Process for Materials
Inventory of Major Program Equipment
Link: LPSCS_Inventory Management Form-K Thrift
