Career and Technical Education
If you like designing, building, and breaking things then engineering might be a career for you!
Students in the Mozart Secondary engineering program learn the engineering design process
through FIRST Tech Challenge competition robotics.
Design, Collaborate, Create
While participating in FIRST Tech Challenge, students learn design, construction, safety, teamwork, presentation, programming,mechanical, electrical and so much more! It is a great way to see what type of engineer you
want to be!
ENGINEERING
ENGINEERING DESIGN AND PRESENTATION I
ENGINEERING DESIGN AND PRESENTATION II
PRACTICUM IN STEM
What classes will you be taking?
Principles of Health Science - Introduction to health science
Medical Terminology - Learn the language of medicine
Health Science Theory - Advanced knowledge and skills
Practicum - Earn certifications
Health Science Job Descriptions:
Certified Nursing Assistant - help nurses with their duties
Phlebotomist - take blood samples from patients
EKG - learn to check heart rhythms
Medical Assistant - help patients and medical staff
Health Science Pathway
Principle of Health Science - 8th & 9th Grade
Health Science Theory - 10th Grade
Medical Terminology - 11th Grade
Practicum in Health Science - 12th Grade
Technology - CyberSecurity
The CyberSecurity Program of study includes occupations and educational opportunities related to planning,implementing, upgrading, or monitoring security measure for the protection of computer networks and information. This program of study may also include exploration into responding to computer security breaches and virus ad administering network security measures.
What classes will you be taking?
Principles of Information Technology or Foundations of Cybersecurity - 8th & 9th Grade
Internetworking Technologies I - 10th Grade
Digital Forensics or Internetworking Technologies - 11th Grade
Practicum in Information Technology or Cybersecurity Capstone - 12th Grade
Cybersecurity Occupations:
Information Security Analyst
Network and Computer System Administrators
Computer System Analyst
Business Management
The Business Management program of study teaches CTE learners how to plan, direct, and coordinate the administrative services and operations of an organization. Through this program of study, students will learn the skills necessary to formulate policies, manage daily operations, and allocate the use of materials and human resources. This program of study will also introduce students to mathematical modeling tools and organizational evaluation method
What classes will you be taking?
Principles of Business, Marketing & Finance - 8th & 9th Grade
Business Information Management I - 10th Grade
Business Information Management II - 11th Grade
Practicum in Business Management - 12th Grade
DECA Student Program
DECA is a student-led organization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. Texas DECA is proud to be the largest DECA association in the world, impacting over 16,000 members across the great state of Texas. Mozart’s DECA Chapter recently took 31 amazing students to compete in this year’s District Career Development Conference. These students competed in various categories such as Principles of Hospitality, Business Law and Ethics, and Sports Entertainment Marketing to name a few. Out of these 31 competitors, 12 qualified for the State Career Development Conference in Dallas, Texas. We are extremely proud of all of our students! They prepared by taking an exam, practicing their presentation skills and studying! Everyone gave it their all! Congratulations to all of our DECA Members and especially those that advanced to State!
Education and Training
The Teaching and Training program of study prepares students for careers related to teaching, instruction, and
creation of instructional and enrichment materials. The program of study introduces CTE concentrators to a wide
variety of students groups and their corresponding needs. It familiarizes them with the process for developing
curriculum, coordinating educational content, and coaching groups and individuals.
What classes will you be taking?
Level 1: 8th and 9th Principles of Education and Training
Level 2: 10th Human Growth and Development
Level 3: 11th Instructional Practices
Level 4: 12th Practicum in Education and Training
Extracurricular Activities:
Classroom Visits
Student Fundraisers
Student Competitions - Leadership Conference
Vanguard Academy’s Cosmetology
Vanguard Academy’s Cosmetology course is a four-year program approved by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. This program involves taking classes in a variety of topics related to the field, such as hair styling, skin care, and nail care. Additionally, students are taught the basics of chemistry, biology, and anatomy as it relates to the field of cosmetology. Students also gain an understanding of business management and customer service. The curriculum offers hands on and classroom instruction that will help students prepare for the workforce. To complete the program, students must complete 1000 hours of classroom and laboratory instruction. Upon completion of the program, they are eligible to take the Texas Cosmetology Operator License exam. Once they obtain their license, students can begin working as professional cosmetologist.
Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
The LPSCS program of study includes Planning, managing, and providing legal, public safety and protective services and homeland security, including professional and technical support services. This pathway is composed of students who have an interest in various criminal justice agencies, and provide students a better insight to these career paths.
What classes will you be taking?
8th-9th Grade
Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections, & Security
10th Grade
Law Enforcement I
11th Grade
Law Enforcement II
12th Grade
Practicum in Law, Public Safety, Corrections, & Security
