| Question (Q): What is career & technical education? |
| Answer (A): Career & technical education is occupational training which prepares a person for gainful employment that is beneficial to society. |
| Q: How much does it cost to take a career & technical course? |
| A: There is no cost to take a career & technical class, but school insurance is required for all career & technical classes. |
| Q: Where is the career & technical center? |
| A: The career & technical center is located behind the South Pike Educational Services building and is across from the band hall at the high school - 252 West Bay Street, Magnolia, Mississippi. |
| Q: What student organizations can students participate in at the career & technical center? |
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| Q: When can students enroll in a career & technical course? |
| A: Generally it is best to begin a two-year career & technical program in the 11th grade. However, when space permits, 10th graders may be permitted to enroll. |
| Q: Are students required to take a career & technical course for two years? |
| A: To receive the full benefit of the program, it is recommended that students attend both years. |
| Q: Do credits earned at the career & technical center count toward high school graduation? |
| A: Yes, career & technical credits go toward meeting the elective units needed for graduation. Allied Health, Business & Computer Technology, Building Trades and Metal Trades each earn 2 credits per year. Allied Health and Concepts of AgriScience Technology count as a science credit needed to meet graduation requirements. |
| Q: Can students meet college board requirements and take a career & technical course? |
| A: Yes, students should start planning at the 9th grade to fit all courses in. See Mrs. McGhee for a four year individual education plan. |
| Q: What extra benefits fo career & technical students receive? |
| A: Small classes allow students to receive more attention from teachers. Working in the shops or lab areas provides students with actual hands-on work experience. |
