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Home/Hospital https://smithtecadmin.wixsite.com/website/homehospital Home/Hospital Services Students who are medically confined to the home or are hospitalized for at least a period of 14 days (within a school year) and under a Physician’s order, are entitled to tutoring services provided by SVAHS. Typically, tutoring is provided for one hour per day or five hours per week, but individual needs may vary and the District will consider those needs on a case by case basis. The following form is the only form the District will accept to allow for these services to begin: http://www.doe.mass.edu/sped/28mr/28r3.pdf Please have a physician fill out the form and return it to Student Services as soon as possible so services can be coordinated without delay. It is important to note that we require the physician to state that the child is confined to the home or hospital and they must put a specific end date. If the end date needs to be extended, the District will require an additional form to be filled out. Also, if the home or hospital confinement is going to extend beyond 60 days the District must request consent for a full special education evaluation (this may be requested earlier if and extended confinement is anticipated). Please contact Student Services at (413) 587-1414 ext. 3402 if you would like more information about these services or to see if your child would be eligible for such services. Rebecca Wanczyk, Director of Student Services (413)587-1414 ext. 3402

Animal Science https://smithtecadmin.wixsite.com/website/animalscience Animal Science Client and Student Expectations Bethany Evangelista bevangelista@smithtec.org Stephanie Irish sirish@smithtec.org Regina Parsons rparsons@smithtec.org The Animal Science Shop is committed to preparing students for a career and/or higher education in animal agriculture by providing rigorous animal science content and relevant, hands-on experiences in various aspects of the animal science industry. Students will diversify into two different concentrations: Livestock Production or Companion Animal concentration. Students in the Livestock Production Concentration will be prepared to help safely feed America through responsible animal husbandry and biosecurity practices. Our facilities and resources include the school’s own Oliver Smith Farm, complete with barns and handling areas on over 500 acres of managed land. Oliver Smith Farm is home to a working beef herd, a dairy herd, goats, sheep, pigs and equine; all to enhance the learning experience for students in animal science. The second concentration is companion animals. Students in this concentration will learn the care and management of a plethora of different companion animals for both personal and industry use. The variety of animals students will learn about include canine, feline, reptiles, amphibians, fish, rabbits, guinea pigs, and a variety of pocket pets. Students will explore different career opportunities in the companion animal field such as grooming, training, rescue work, and pet shop. Our students also build the background necessary to take the next steps in pursuing a career in veterinary medicine. With high expectations for academic performance and attention paid to helping students build a strong work ethic, the Animal Science shop is working to prepare the next generation of animal agriculturalists. Industry Recognized Credential OSHA 10 Select Sires Artificial Insemination Course Dairy Leaders of Tomorrow Beef Quality Assurance Cow/Calf Certification Beef Quality Assurance Backgrounder Certification

Public Safety https://smithtecadmin.wixsite.com/website/criminal-justice Public Safety Client and Student Expectation Discover Public Safety Massachusetts Cybersecurity Degrees Northampton PD Public Safety Careers & Programs Public Safety Careers - Monster Public Safety Careers - The Best Schools Public Safety Certifications Kristen Marciniec kmarciniec@smithtec.org Joe Brewer jbrewer@smithtec.org The Public Safety program is unique at both the school and in the region. It is designed to give students an in depth view of law, as well as the various criminal justice related career fields. Rigorous academics will be paired with physical fitness, hands-on training, and scenario based experiences. The program is aligned with the Vocational Technical Education (VTE) frameworks and run in the style of a basic police academy. Visiting instructors will be used often throughout the course and numerous field trip opportunities will connect classroom lessons to real-life educational experiences. Police officers, attorneys, military personnel, social workers, emergency management officials, probation and parole officers, judges, and other criminal justice professionals will be requested to speak with students, so that they obtain insight and perspective of the guest speaker’s particular field. Skills Taught: Safety & Health in Public Safety Constitutional & Legal Foundations of Public Safety Introduction to Public Safety Occupations The Role of Courts in Public Safety & Justice Structure and Function of the Criminal Justice System Law & Legal Services Juvenile Justice and Youth Legal Systems Corrections, Rehabilitation, and Reentry Effective Communications in Emergencies Foundations of Emergency Response Procedures in Law Enforcement Investigative Procedures Specialized Law Enforcement and Interagency Cooperation Introduction to Firefighting Firefighting Operations & Equipment Fire Behavior and Suppression Operations Search & Rescue Operations Introduction to Emergency Telecommunicator Certification Functions & Skills of Emergency Dispatcher Employability Skills Entrepreneurship Digital Literacy Industry Recognized Credential OSHA 10 Numerous FEMA certifications Next-gen 9-11 Equipment Training First Aid /CPR/ Defib Emergency Medical Responder Basic Firearms Safety APCO Basic Telecommunicator Cyber Safety Awareness

ELL English Language Education https://www.smithtec.org/english-language-learning English Language Education Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School’s English Language Education Program is a Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) program designed to support English language learners (ELL) in acquiring English language proficiency as well as making academic and vocational progress towards attainment of a diploma and competency certificate while enrolled in our school. This approach makes use of instructional materials, learning tasks, and classroom techniques in academic and vocational content areas as the vehicle for developing language, knowledge of content, and study skills. Core academic teachers have DESE’s SEI endorsement or are in progress of attaining the endorsement. Both pull out and push in services (with bi-lingual support, if necessary) are utilized and individually determined based on student proficiency level and academic needs. English language learners and students (who have a language other than English spoken in their home) are identified upon registration so that second language instruction and translation services can be provided. The SVAHS Program of Studies, Student Handbook, Parent's Rights, and other important documents are available to parents and students in the language of the home. Translators are provided at parent meetings and special events. By Massachusetts law and regulation, English language learners are assessed using the ACCESS for ELs assessment. Students score between Levels 1 and 5 and these scores are used to inform student placement in the following year. Students who have been enrolled in a school in the United States for a year or more are also required to participate in the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS). If you have questions regarding the SVAHS's English Language Education Program or state testing requirements as they pertain to ELL students, please contact: Katherine Dunne, ELE Teacher (413) 587-1414 ext. 3571 (kdunne@smithtec.org) or Michael Parks, Curriculum Director (413) 587-1414 ext. 3478 (mparks@smithtec.org)

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Seal of Biliteracy https://smithtecadmin.wixsite.com/website/seal-of-biliteracy Seal of Biliteracy About Seal of Biliteracy Seal of Biliteracy Interest Form What is intermediate High Proficiency Students at Smith Vocational have diverse skills and talents and for many, that includes the career readiness skill of multilingualism. Smith Vocational is proud to award all qualifying graduates with the Massachusetts State Seal of Biliteracy . “The State Seal of Biliteracy is an award provided by state approved districts that recognizes high school graduates who attain high functional and academic levels of proficiency in English and a world language in recognition of having studied and attained proficiency in two or more languages by high school graduation. Our vision is to help students recognize the value of their academic success and see the tangible benefits of being bilingual. The State Seal of Biliteracy takes the form of a seal that appears on the transcript or diploma of the graduating senior and is a statement of accomplishment for future employers and for college admissions.” - DESE To qualify for the Massachusetts State Seal of Biliteracy, a junior or senior student must show their English proficiency by earning a Proficient or Advanced score on the 10th grade ELA MCAS and also fulfill all of the graduation requirements of Smith Vocational & Agricultural High School. In a partner language, students will take a district approved assessment to show at least an Intermediate High level [1] of proficiency, as defined by ACTFL. This testing will be done during the school day and the cost is currently covered by Smith Vocational.* Students may test in any language and need to show proficiency in all four domains: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Students must speak and write, for example, if both exist in the partner language. Smith Vocational values the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students and encourages life-long learning of languages and cultures here at our school, at home, and in the community. If you have any questions, please contact Michael Parks ( mparks@smithtec.org ) or Aaron Mendelsohn ( amendelsohn@smithtec.org ). *Subject to grant funding and approval

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Automotive https://smithtecadmin.wixsite.com/website/automotive Automotive Client and Student Expectations Steven Goodhind sgoodhind@smithtec.org Joseph Lamanna jlamanna@smithtec.org The Automotive Technology program is certified by NATEF (National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation, Inc.)and AYES (Automotive Youth Educational Systems). These certifications require ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certified instructors train students in the necessary basic skills needed in order to meet an entry-level automotive technician's job requirements. The program provides students with the opportunity to develop skills in the use of technical manuals, tools, and equipment commonly employed in automotive service work. The major emphasis of this work is for students to gain a broad understanding of the scientific principles of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems found in the modern automobile. The Automotive Technology Department is a fully operational twelve-bay automotive service and repair facility equipped with a state-of-the-art computerized diagnostic center, computerized technical library, six lifts, and a large power train laboratory for training in six areas of NATEF and AYES automotive technology competencies. The goal of the program is to prepare students to take and pass ASE and AYES certification tests in the following areas: Engine Repair, Engine Performance, Manual Drive Train & Axles, Brakes, Heating, Suspension & Steering, Electrical/Electronic Systems, and Engine Performance. While national certification is not currently mandated, it can provide greater opportunities for employment, higher rates of pay, and greater mobility,mobility, since the certification standards are recognized nationally. Industry Recognized Credential OSHA 10 SP2 safety pollution control lift certification BG flushing products power steering brakes transmission coolant fuel/induction system Procut on car brake lathe 609 refrigerant handling Snap on digital multimeter starting & charging