How will the clusters impact specific Career and Technical Education program areas?
AchieveTexas redesigns the way career and technical education is organized in Texas. The system moves 6 program areas to 16 career clusters. A cluster may consist of courses from various program areas. Are plans adaptable for the Distinguished Achievement Graduation Plan (DAP)? Yes. Many of the programs of study models are based on the requirements of the DAP, and all others can be easily adapted. How will AchieveTexas affect special education students? AchieveTexas can benefit every student. It embraces the idea that connecting what a student learns in school today with what he or she wants to do for a living tomorrow increases motivation to learn. The system creates a very different experience for students, one that is far more engaging and motivating. Students will graduate with a much clearer plan for their career goals and be better prepared for postsecondary education and employment. How should local districts get buy-in from counselors, administrators, teachers, and parents? One
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