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Hello, Dear AFNR Teachers,

I look forward to working with you to foster the best CTE opportunities for our students. When we are at our best, we can ensure our students receive the best.

This is a tool I have created as an additional measure of support to help you access information quickly. Don't hesitate to contact me via email, TEAMs, or phone if you need support. This Padlet should not be used for official communication.

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We encourage teachers to visit our website to get familiar with the layout and content. Please visit us here to stay in the loop.

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Steps to Access Curriculum Resources

1. Go to the Career Readiness Homepage

2. Hover over the "Educators" tab

3. Select “Curriculum Resources” from the drop-down list.

4. Select “High School" or "Middle School”

Courses may include:

State-adopted designated curriculum

Approved Supplemental curriculum

Online Links

Each course will include the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).

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There are tons of curricula, and sometimes it can be difficult to navigate resources. The CTE department has compiled credible resources for you to use. Browse for your course here to view the adopted curriculum and supplemental materials.

If you would like to request supplemental curriculum for your CTE course, please submit your request via email.

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Our team offers a wide range of professional development opportunities. If you find professional development that you would like to request our team to sponsor, please submit an official request for professional development here.

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The CTE Service Request Form should be used to request purchases. This will track and streamline support and update the requester on the status of the request.

This should be submitted by the CTE Campus Admin. / Office Manager. Teacher submissions will be denied.

CTE Teachers should gather quotes and submit these to the campus CTE Administrator.

Do not include multiple quote requests in one submission.

Some Purchases (such as NES) require 3 quotes to be submitted.

No more than 25 lines per quote.

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When you need to order, the 1st step is knowing where you can order from. The Approved Vendor list is where you should start.

You can search the list by:

adjusting the NIGP Description Filter to "CONTAINS"

Search common words related to your need (for example "food" for culinary arts)

Please note that in most cases, computers, printers, etc. are ordered from NetSync and they only supply specific models to HISD. HISD-approved equipment can be found here.

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Comment your first name and a nice emoji, GIF, or photo, and let me know you stopped by this Padlet!

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CTE = Career & Technical Education (formerly CATE)

IBC / IBCs = Industry-Based Certifications

TEA = Texas Education Agency

TEKS = Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills

PGP = Personal Graduation Plan

PD = Professional Development

CTSO = Career & Technical Education Student Organization

WBL = Work-Based Learning

WIGU = When I Grow Up Career Expo (Our Signature Annual CTE Event!)

CCMR = College, Career, & Military Readiness

ARD = Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee

POS = Program of Study

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🚨 New Experiential Learning/ Field Trip Process Alert! (updated 9/16)

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🚨 New Experiential Learning/ Field Trip Process Alert! (updated 9/16)

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Use the district field trip form — no separate CTE form needed.

For CTE-funded trips, select “CTE” under Funding.

If choosing HISD buses, enter “N/A” for budget and note “CTE will provide” in Special Instructions.

Trips route through Principal & Sr. ED, then to CTE for final approval.

Cluster leads will be emailed for approval — please respond within 48 hours.

Submit requests at least 4 weeks in advance to meet transportation deadlines.

📩 Questions? Reach out anytime!

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If you are having trouble and need help from IT, you can click here to submit a HelpDesk ticket. You will use your same HISD credentials or Single Sign-on to gain access.

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If you need HR help, why wait on hold when you can request help quickly and easily online?

If you need your Public Servant Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) application renewed, request a W2, request a service record, etc. click here for assistance.

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I'm excited to share this fundraising and donation platform designed to make supporting your programs easier and more efficient.

We now have a resource that:

Simplifies donations

Complies with district guidelines

Supports all AFNR programs

Is user-friendly

Provides greater flexibility

Share the QR Code and Link :
https://give.houstonisdfoundation.org/campaign/681213/donate

This platform is optional but highly recommended to help overcome current fundraising challenges. Fundraising is not intended to replace funding for support the district can provide. If you have questions or need assistance, please reach out.

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Teaching the Texas Essential Knowledge & Skills (TEKS) is NOT optional. This is required. Click here to review the TEKS for AFNR.

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Make sure you’re up to date with these essential CTSO documents and procedures:

📝 Required Forms

1. CTSO Guidelines

2. CTSO Commitment Form

3. Student Permission Form

4. Extra Duty Form

5. October 1 Submission Link
Note: You can submit forms as they become available — don’t wait!

✈️ CTSO Travel & Funding Summary

Local/Regional Competitions

💰 Funded by students, parents, or chapter fundraising

✅ Only active CTSO members in CTE courses may participate

📝 Approval needed for non-attending participants

State/National/International Competitions

✅ CTE funds cover registration, travel, and hotel

🍽️ Meals = student/parent responsibility

🧾 Advisor per diem reimbursed with receipts

📆 Submit travel docs 45 days in advance

Leadership Conferences

💸 All costs covered by CTSO chapter

🚫 Not funded by HISD unless district-sponsored

⚠️ Reminders

No travel should be promised until officially approved

Non-refundable costs may apply if students cancel

Use the CTSO Travel Request Form + CCMR Service Request for all travel

Let’s stay compliant and organized — thanks for supporting our student leaders! 💙💼🌟