Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School makes every effort to assist incoming 9th grade students make appropriate career and academic choices. Preparations are made for incoming 9th grade students to visit Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School during the last week of school in June to participate in an assessment process. The initial tool used to assess student interests is the Internet-based Kuder Career Planning System. This system helps each student discover her/his career interests, skills, and work values, relates the results of this assessment to occupational information, and provides an electronic career portfolio that may be accessed online at any time. In addition to the Kuder assessment, the Stanford Achievement Test (also known as the Stanford 10) will be administered. The Stanford 10 evaluates students in reading skills, vocabulary, mathematics, language and listening skills, social studies, and science. The results of this process assists school personnel in the realistic guidance and scheduling of students.
Back to Table of ContentsStudents entering in the fall of ninth grade have a chance to participate in a half-year Pre-exploratory and Exploratory program. During the September/October Pre-exploratory program, ninth graders spend one day in each of the thirteen shops. This allows students to visit the shops, meet the instructors and complete a sample shop day before selecting which shops they would like to explore further during the Exploratory periods. Students then spend one week in each of the four shops they have chosen to explore in more detail. During this Exploratory period, students are graded, an evaluation that can affect future eligibility in that shop. On alternate weeks, students will also participate in a ninth grade academic program.
By the end of December each grade nine student prioritizes his/her final shop choices. Acceptance into the final shop is competitive and based upon space availability, student interest, achievement, and performance along with the recommendation of vocational instructors. If a shop program is over-subscribed, students will be admitted based upon their exploratory grades in that shop. Students who do not get their first choice are placed on a waiting list for that shop, and they are offered a place in the next shop option. Students enter their selected vocational/technical areas in January.
Any new admission to a shop program after November of the tenth grade is made on a case-by-case basis.
Back to Table of Contents| Smith Vocational offers students vocational-technical training in 13 skill
areas. The goal of the vocational programs is to prepare students to be successful in the world
of work. Each area offers the best available equipment and the most up-to-date related
curriculum in its training of students. Individuals learn how to apply academic skills through
hands-on activities and experiences. Concepts learned in math, science, language arts and
other subjects are applied in vocational programs. Students grow academically while learning
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Vocational/Technical Programs Agriculture Auto Body Automotive Technology Carpentry Cosmetology Culinary Arts Electrical Forestry/Horticulture Graphic Communications/Printing Technology Health Technology Information Technology Manufacturing Technologies Plumbing Technology |
The Advisory Committees at Smith School are intended to serve a vital function in the planning, operation, and evaluation of vocational education programs. Each shop program has an advisory committee that consists of representatives of local business and industry related to the program, organized labor, parents and students. The advisory committees exist to keep vocational-technical education in tune with occupational trends. They do this in a variety of ways: by advising on equipment and facility needs; by advising on curriculum and instructional methods; by advocating for vocational-technical education with industry and the community; and by helping administrators plan and evaluate vocational-technical programs.
Back to Table of Contents| Curriculum | Employment Opportunities Vocational/Technical High School Graduate: Dog-Groomer Game Warden Parts Manager Pet Shop Manager Milker Herdsperson Sales and Service Small Engine and Equipment Operator With Further Education/Experience: Veterinary Technician Veterinary Assistant Farm Manager Diesel Technician Inspector/Dog Officer |
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| Questions to ask yourself: | Articulation Agreements Holyoke Community College Veterinary Technician Program (2 credits) |
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| Curriculum | EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Vocational/Technical High School Graduate: Auto Body Refinishing Technician Auto Body Repair Technician Auto Glass Repair Technician Auto Body Jobber (sales and supply) Dealership Parts Person Collision Damage Estimator Frame and Uni-Body Technician Fiberglass RV and Watercraft Body Repair Technician With Further Education/Experience: Insurance Claims Adjuster Factory Paint Representative Body Shop Manager/Owner |
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| Questions to ask yourself: | Certifications NATEF (National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation) |
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Vocational/Technical High School Graduate: Dealership Car or Truck Technician Independent Repair Shop Technician Franchise Repair Shop Technician Specialty Service Technician Electronics Specialist Technician Diagnostic Technician Automtive Recycling Technician Fleet Repair Technician With Further Education/Experience: Dealership or Independent Service Manager Dealership or Independent Service Writer Dealership or Independent Parts Specialist Dealership or Independent Sales Person Recreational Vehicle Service Worker Off Road Construction Service Worker Insurance Claims Adjuster |
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Questions to ask yourself: Do you like working on vehicles? Do you have a good work ethic? Do you like to work with your hands and mind? Do you have the patience for specializing and working with systems that update yearly? Would you like a trade that allows you to seek employment anywhere in the world? |
| ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS University of Northwestern Ohio Suspension and Steering (6 credits) Hydraulic Brake Systems (6 credits) Service and Procedure-I (6 credits) New England Institute of Technology R.I. Certifications NATEF (National Automotive Technicians Edudation Foundation, Inc.) ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) AYES (Automotive Youth Education Systems) |
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Automotive TechnologyGrade 9 Students will be introduced to the Automotive Technology trade and shop using IML (Instructional Materials Laboratory) and AYES (Automotive Youth Educational Systems) Curriculum as they complete NATEF tasks. the units to be covered in ninth grade in the related class room and in the power train laboratory area are: Safety, identifying shop safety rules, M.S.D.S., O.S.H.A., Fire safety, Safety and pollution prevention training www.sp2.org., Define health and safety regulations. Demonstrate health and safety practices, Demonstrate responses to situations that threaten health and safety, Automotive chemical usage, Safety clothing and equipment, Automotive hand tools and power tools, Fasteners and precision measuring tools, Shop operation and shop equipment, Text and electronic repair manual usage (All data, Mitchell on Demand 5, Motor, OEM and Car Care Guides). Engine theory and design, Cylinder head and valve train diagnosis and repair. Short block diagnosis and repair, Lubricating systems diagnosis and repair ,Engine reassembly, Cooling system diagnosis and repair, Basic automotive electrical principles (Ohm's Law as it applied to Automotive/Electrical application), electrical circuit design, testing and service, Battery theory, testing and service, Starting systems theory, testing and service, Charging systems theory, testing and service, Electrical safety and convenience accessories. Grade 10Basic units to be covered in tenth grade related classroom and power train Laboratory are: Shop safety orientation and review, Identify/diagnose engine condition. Clutch theory, operation and service, Universal and constant velocity joint theory, operation and service, Manual transmission/ transaxle theory, operation and service. Differential theory, operation and service, Brake theory, operation and service, Steering and suspension theory, operation and service, Ignition systems theory, operation and service, Basic fuel systems theory, operation and service. Grade 11Intermediate units to be covered in the eleventh grade related classroom and customer vehicle repair shop are: Shop safety orientation and review, Front suspension and steering system diagnosis and repair, Wheel alignment diagnosis and repair, Power hydraulic disc and drum brake diagnosis and repair, Anti-lock and traction control system diagnosis and repair, Fuel, air induction and exhaust system diagnosis and repair, Computerized engine controls diagnosis and repair, Ignition system diagnosis and repair, Emissions control systems diagnosis and repair, Battery, starting and charging system diagnosis and repair. Lighting, horn, wiper/washer, and accessory systems diagnosis and repair. Eleventh grade students are given the opportunity to job shadow at local dealerships and apply for an AYES summer internship at any participating service facility. This placement may develop into Cooperative work education in the senior year provided that the student meets and maintains all co-op requirements. Grade 12Advanced units to be covered in the twelfth grade related classroom and customer vehicle repair shop are: Shop safety and orientation review, Front suspension and steering system diagnosis and repair, Wheel alignment diagnosis and repair, Power hydraulic disc and drum brake diagnosis and repair, Anti-lock and traction control system diagnosis and repair, Fuel, air induction and exhaust system diagnosis and repair, Computerized engine controls diagnosis and repair, Ignition system diagnosis and repair, Emissions control systems diagnosis and repair, Battery, starting and charging system diagnosis and repair, Lighting, horn, wiper/washer, and accessory systems diagnosis and repair, Automotive maintenance by O.E.M. standards, Massachusetts safety state inspection. |
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| Curriculum | EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Vocational/Technical High School Graduate: Operator/Receptionist Skin Care Specialist Hair Cutter Coloring Specialist Permanent Wave Specialist Curl Restructuring Specialist Desairologist Salon Manager/Owner Manicure and Pedicuring Specialties Product Sales Consultant With Further Education/Experience: Merchandiser Artificial Nail Technician Chemical Researcher, Developer, or Manufacturer Beauty Columnist Instructor Salon Manager/Owner Laser Technologist State Board Member/Investigator Theater or Paramedical Make-up Artist Licensed Aesthetician or Manicurist Desairologist Cosmetic Tattooing |
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Do you have a desire to work in an interesting, fast-paced, exciting, and constantly
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| Curriculum | EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Vocational/Technical High School Graduate: Cook Coffee Shop Attendant Baker Waiter/Waitress Short Order Cook Counter Server Bakery Helper School Lunch Personnel Prep Cook With Further Education/Experience: Chef Assistant Chef Kitchen Manager Purchasing Agent Hotel Manager Airline Food Manager Instructor Steward |
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| Curriculum | EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Vocational/Technical High School Graduate: Electrical Apprenticeship Light and Power Worker Telephone and Communications Worker Military Related Assignments Fire and Burglar Alarm Installer Electrical Salesperson With Further Education/Experience: Electronics Technician Robotics Technician Electronic Control Systems Technician Residential Electrician Industrial Electrician Manufacturing Technician Engineering Technician Electrical Engineer Licensed Electrician |
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| Curriculum | EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Vocational/Technical High School Graduate: Heavy Equipment Operator Logger Landscaper Arborist Parks and Recreations Golf Course Maintenance Worker Equipment Repair Specialist Garden Center and Nursery Worker Grower/Farmer Flower Shop Equipment Sales & Repairs Greenhouse Worker Pest Control Worker With Further Education/Experience: Management and Supervisory Positions Forestry/Horticulture Teacher Researcher Forester Landscape Designer Tree Warden Surveyor Environmental Technician |
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GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS/PRINTING TECHNOLOGYGrade 9 Exploratory The exploratory program acquaints grade 9 students with the many aspects of the graphic arts industry and the skills needed to be successful. Through daily rotations into the different areas of shop and hands-on projects in each area, students learn basic skills in desktop publishing, prepress, offset press, binding and finishing. Grade 9 RelatedThe Grade 9 related program in Graphic Communications/Printing Technology provides students with an overview of the Graphic Arts Industry and in particular focuses on the basic areas of prepress, desktop publishing, binding, estimating, and paper types and features. The students also learn trade math/science that is pertinent to the trade. Grade 10 ShopSophomore students rotate through four areas of the shop: Prepress, Press, Bindery and Customer Service (Shop Foreperson). The Prepress area gives students a basic working knowledge of traditional prepress technology as well as desktop publishing software. In the Press area, students learn the operation and controls of the press machinery, including ink color mixing. Sophomores in Bindery/Finishing learn binding and finishing methods such as cutting, GBC binding, stapling, stitching, drilling, folding, padding, collating, packaging, as well as three other types of binding. Customer Service (Foreperson’s Duties) offers students a unique opportunity to operate and manage a “print on demand” copy center, assisting school staff and outside consumers with their classroom and administrative copy needs. Grade 10 RelatedThe Sophomore program in Graphic Communications/Printing Technology provides students with an overview of the Graphic Arts industry and in particular focuses on the basics of the more specialized areas of prepress, desktop publishing, binding, estimating, and paper types and features. The students continue to learn trade math/science that is pertinent to the trade. Students begin to develop their Portfolios. Grade 11 ShopStudents continue their rotation among the various shop areas, perfecting their proficiency and developing both speed and skill while working with underclassmen. More advanced projects are presented in the Prepress and Press areas, offering students the opportunity to challenge themselves and their abilities. In the Bindery area, students hone their skills in binding and finishing. The shop Foreperson continues to give students the responsibility of communicating with customers, estimating, prioritizing and scheduling jobs, maintaining equipment, and managing the copy center. The junior shop year is continuing work on student portfolios, taking the skills they have acquired in shop and creating a portfolio with materials they design, output, strip, and bind themselves. The Juniors also burn their portfolio onto CDs. Grade 11 RelatedMore advanced topics in Graphic Arts are covered, with an emphasis on presenting the theory behind the various projects students work on in shop. Shop safety continues to be stressed. Grade 12 ShopAs seniors, students proceed to the most advanced levels in each area of the shop as they perfect their prepress, press, binding and customer service skills by completing a wide range of subjects. Students who are eligible for the school’s co-op program work in a variety of printing establishments and obtain valuable on-the-job training. Grade 12 RelatedSenior related incorporates the knowledge that students have acquired in shop with advanced theory. Color is one special area emphasized in this course, including use, function, and chemistry. A term paper related to the trade is assigned in the 3rd quarter. |
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HEALTH TECHNOLOGYGrade 9 Students will learn the beginning clinical skills associated with their nursing assistant certificate such as the following: hand washing, bed making, oral/denture care, nail care, hair care and feeding/intake of residents. The students will have related theory using Diversified Health Occupations including ethics, personal health and hygiene, exploring allied health fields, body mechanics, safety skills, bandages and binders, hot and cold treatments, basic nutrition and growth and development from conception to puberty. Internship areas:
The Nursing Assistant text is used to assist students with their study as well as lab practice. Students will study the following: measuring and recording of vital signs and weights, principles of admission, transfer and discharge, dietary food service theory, nutrition and dietary modifications, infection control and safety measures. Students will have related theory using Body Structures and Functions. The units of study include the following: orientation to the structural units, cells, tissues and membranes, organs and systems, the Lymphatic system, the Skeletal system and the Muscular system. Internship areas:
Students will complete nursing assistant skills including personal hygiene, advanced safety skills, elimination control, charting, pre- and post-operative care, assisting with a physical exam and knowledge of diabetes. Job seeking skills including a cover letter, resume and letter of resignation. Students will have related theory completing the Nursing Assistant text and preparing to pass the American Red Cross Certification exam. Body Structures and Functions text work will include the following systems: Endocrine, Sensory, Nervous, Respiratory and Urinary. Growth and development curriculum continues with the focus on the period of adolescence to geriatrics. Internship areas:
Students will complete the Body Structures and Functions text with the following units: Integumentary, Digestive, Blood, Circulatory, Reproductive and Genetics. Students will begin and complete the Homemaker Home Health text and those certified nursing assistants will test for the homemaker home health aide certificate. Job seeking skills will be revised and edited. Care of the Alzheimer’s patient curriculum and certificate will be awarded with completion of a twelve-hour program. Internship areas:
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Students will learn important topics of computer concepts, including defining and categorizing computers and operating systems; purchasing and installing hardware and software; understanding files and data storage options; exploring computer architecture; accessing the Internet and using the Web; understanding digital media; developing information systems; exploring database basics, understanding computer programming basics, and concluding with a unit on the computer industry which covers careers and gives tips on how to find computer-related jobs. There will be hands-on installation and configuration of hardware and software, both system and application. Information Technology Shop (GRADE 10)Students will be provided an opportunity to obtain the knowledge and skills necessary to service microcomputer hardware and supported peripherals, build a computer from parts, and prepare for a successful result on the CompTIA A+ PC Hardware exam. The objectives during this year are for the students to successfully identify all parts of a PC; discuss the functions and interactions of all PC subsystems; identify and troubleshoot common PC hardware problems; select quality PCs and constituent components based on performance and cost; install, replace, and upgrade PC hardware components; and install and troubleshoot PC peripherals such as printers, modems, and networked devices. Information Technology Shop (GRADE 11)Students will be provided an opportunity to obtain the knowledge and skills necessary to service, support, design, and manage various computer networks and prepare for a successful result on the CompTIA Network+ exam. The objectives this year are for the students to successfully identify various networks; networking standards and the OSI model, network protocols, transmission basics and networking media, understand physical and logical topologies, install and configure various networking hardware, WAN’s and remote connectivity; become familiar with various Network Operating Systems such Windows Server, Novell, and Linux; perform network configurations using TCP/IP; troubleshoot network problems, maintain and upgrade networks, ensuring integrity, availability, and network security. |
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Microsoft Office I (GRADE 11)
The goal of this course will allow students to effectively use the computer as a business tool and resource to gather, process, sort, format, store, and share information. The course objectives will be to effectively use the various Microsoft Office applications, Word, Excel, and Access. Students will create attractive and effective text documents and letters using Microsoft Word; use word commands to change the contents (edit) and appearance (format) of a document; create simple spreadsheets and charts using Microsoft Excel. In addition students will use Excel commands to create, save, retrieve, and edit spreadsheets, create charts, and incorporate functions and formula to use spreadsheets in decision making processes; develop simple databases with tables, queries, forms, and reports using Microsoft Access. This will give students the knowledge of database objects, defining the terms field, record, and table in allowing students to create tables, edit data and produce reports. Information Technology (Grade 12)In this shop, 12th graders will be provided an opportunity for students to obtain the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully support end users and to successfully troubleshoot desktop environments running on the Microsoft Windows operating system and office applications and prepare for a successful result in the Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST) credential proves that you have the skills to successfully support end users and to successfully troubleshoot desktop environments running on the Microsoft Windows operating system. The objectives during this year are for the students to resolve issues related to Microsoft User Applications, Operating System Customization, Configure User-Related Issues, Configure and Troubleshoot Internet Explorer and Outlook Express, Install Microsoft Office, Configuring and Troubleshooting Operating System Features, Resolving Issues Related to Office Application Usage, Configure, Customize, and Migrate to Outlook, Configure and Troubleshoot Devices and Connectivity, Resolve Folder and File Issues, Configure Application Security, Manage Office Application Updates and Upgrades. Upon successful completion of this program the student will be capable of working as an entry level PC technician, Desktop Support technician, Help desk analyst and many other computer related occupations. Linux and Microsoft Desktop Support (Grade 12)In the last of our networking, hardware, software, service and support curriculum, the twelfth grade course of study is designed to help students successfully pass CompTIA’s Linux+ and Microsoft MCDST # 70-272 Certification exams. In our Linux area of concentration, the course covers Red Hat Fedora Core 2 and 3 versions of the popular Linux operating system, its applications, packages, and terminal commands. Not only will this prepare students for CompTIA’s Linux+ Certification, the course will equip all students with the information necessary to remain current with industry changes as many organizations utilize the Linux operating system as their Internet web and local area file and print servers. Our Microsoft Certified Desk Top Support Technician (MCDST) 70-272 curriculum offers an in-depth study of all the functions and features of installing, configuring, and maintaining Microsoft Office 2003 on the Windows XP operating system such as configuring Internet Explorer and Outlook Express; resolving issues related to customizing and personalizing Office Applications; migrating from Outlook Express to Outlook; identifying and troubleshooting network problems; configuring Office security settings; and monitoring security vulnerabilities and updates. Throughout the year, we provide detailed activities that let students experience firsthand the processes involved in desktop support. We then provide pointed review questions to reinforce the concepts introduced in each chapter and to help them prepare for the Microsoft certification exam. Finally, to put a real-world slant on the concepts introduced in each chapter, we provide Case Projects to prepare you for situations that must be managed in a live desktop environment. In addition, some of our hand-on labs will involve the use, installation, configuration, and administration of Microsoft Server 2000 and Server 2003, where students will install and configure Microsoft’s Server operating systems as if they were in an operational business environment. All 10th, 11th and 12th grade students help maintain the school’s computer network. Students answer help desk questions and troubleshoot hardware and software issues on a live network with real users. The Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School Information Technology Shop is a member of Microsoft’s Academic Alliance; this allows student access and home use of all Microsoft operating systems (Windows 2000, XP, Server 2000, 2003, beta version of future releases) and server applications (Exchange, Share Point, Streaming Media) this software is worth thousands of dollars. Each Student is assigned to their own computer. |
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| Questions to ask yourself: | ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS Springfield Technical Community College Mechanical Engineering Technology (7 credits) |
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| Curriculum | EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Vocational/Technical High School Graduate: Apprentice Plumber Apprentice Gas Fitter Pipe Fitter Manufacturer’s Technical Representative Plumbing and Supply and Sales With Further Education/Experience: Journeyman Plumber Master Plumber |
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