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CASE CTE Program
Program Description
The Curriculum for Agricultural Science Education (CASE) is a program of study within the Environmental, Agricultural, and Natural Resources Career Cluster. The CASE: Natural Resources and Agriculture Pathway prepares students to be successful in numerous careers in the agricultural sciences as well as preparing them to further their education at the postsecondary level. This inquiry-based pathway incorporates classroom learning, FFA (formerly known as Future Farmers of America) leadership and career development, as well as outside classroom experiences through Supervises Agricultural Experiences (SAE) and other internship opportunities.
Course Requirements
Introduction to Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources; Natural Resources and Ecology; Environmental Science Issues; Agricultural Research and Development.
Sample Schedule
| 9th Grade | 10th Grade | 11th Grade | 12th Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Health/Fitness For Life | Introduction to Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources | Natural Resources and Ecology | Agricultural Research and Development |
| 2 | Fine Arts Requirement | Financial Literacy | Environmental Science Issues | Elective |
| 3 | English Requirement | English Requirement | English Requirement | English Requirement |
| 4 | Math Requirement | Math Requirement | Math Requirement | Math Requirement |
| 5 | Science Requirement | Science Requirement | Science Requirement | Elective |
| 6 | History Requirement | History Requirement | History Requirement | Elective |
| 7 | *Possible World Language | *Possible World Language | Elective | Elective |
CTE Application Window for the Class of 2028
Oct. 23, 2023 at 8 a.m. until Nov. 14, 2023 at 3 p.m.
What do I need to know before I complete the application?
- Attend the CTE Open house to learn about the application and all the programs 8th grade students can apply to: CTE Open House on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at North Point High School.
- View the videos on the CTE Showcase for more information about each CTE program.
- Refer to the High School Program of Studies for specific program descriptions and course requirements.
Students eligible to apply must meet the following qualifications:
- Both the student and parent/guardian must be current residents of Charles County.
- The student must be currently enrolled (SY 2023-24) as an eighth grader in a Charles County Public Schools middle school, private school, or is homeschooled.
Application
CCPS students
- Student completes the online application using their Office 365 account.
- Student and Parent/Guardian electronically sign the application.
- Student completes the Interest Survey, applicants will be contacted.
non-CCPS students
- Student completes the online application with all required information.
- Report cards for sixth and seventh grade will need to be uploaded to the application.
- Student and Parent/Guardian electronically sign the application.
- Student completes the Interest Survey, applicants will be contacted.
Admission decisions are made based on the following criteria:
- 40% Student interest expressed on Interest Survey
- 28% Academic performance in sixth and seventh grade as it relates to the program of choice
- 25% Application questions
- 7% Middle School Attendance - 6th grade, 7th grade- **Due to Covid-19 Pandemic, all student applicants will be credited the full 7% for attendance.
Selection Process
Once the application process is closed, a committee will meet to determine a qualifying score for the program. All students who meet the qualifying score will be considered a candidate for the program. Candidates will be randomly selected for acceptance and the others will put on the waitlist and offered a seat if it becomes available.
Acceptance Requirements
In February 2024, letters of acceptance will be mailed. The letter of acceptance will contain an acceptance/decline agreement. Within two weeks of receipt, the acceptance/decline agreement must be signed and returned. If the acceptance agreement is not received within two weeks, Maurice J. McDonough High School will consider the acceptance as declined by the parent and the student.