This document summarizes an advisory meeting for the DATA program at Cathedral City High School. The DATA program prepares students for college and careers in digital arts. It focuses on photography, graphics, animation, and video. The meeting covered the program's curriculum, certification requirements, budget, internship and mentorship opportunities, and plans to order new equipment and software. It also discussed developing surveys of industry professionals, a mentor program, and promotion strategies. The goal is to provide guidance and support to students through hands-on learning experiences.

1. D A T AFocusing Student Creativity
@ Cathedral City High School
Advisory Meeting
Monday, June 10, 13

2. Design, Visual, & Media Arts Pathway
that falls under the
Arts, Media, and Entertainment
industry sector
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A K A : C T E / C a r e e r P a t h w a y
Monday, June 10, 13

3. California Partnership Lighthouse Academy
D A T A
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DATA Digital Imaging
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4. DATA’s Mission
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5. To prepare students
for college and careers
through digital arts
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6. Purpose of Advisory
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7. Provide Guidance & Support
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Curriculum
Certification
Advertising / Promotion
Internships / Mentoring
Budgeting
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8. Survey
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http://goo.gl/fjbvu
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9. DATA’s Requirements
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10. Articulate w/middle schools
& post-secondary education
Industry recognized ‘certification’
CPA & Perkins accountability
Intern / mentoring opportunities
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11. Relevant Curriculum
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13. Freshmen Sophomore Junior Senior
Contemporary
Media
Media Literacy
or
Digital Photo
Photo II
Animation
or
Journalism I
Digital Imaging
Journalism II
ALL courses are UC/CSU Approved!ALL courses are UC/CSU Approved!ALL courses are UC/CSU Approved!ALL courses are UC/CSU Approved!
Articulated with College of Desert
The DATA Pathway
Focus: Photography, graphics, animation, video, journalism
Starting: Film, app development & game design
Monday, June 10, 13

14. Student Leadership
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15. SkillsUSA
California
3 Years Strong!
72 Members
53 @ State - Skill & Leadership
• 21 Medals in 10 Contests
• 10 State Gold Medalists
Advance to Nationals
Student2Student Mentoring
Monday, June 10, 13

16. Leadership Skill
Prepared Speech
Extemporaneous Speaking
Chapter Display
Promotional Bulletin
Board
Creed
Quiz Bowl
Job Skill Demonstration
Job Interview
Career Pathway Showcase
Photography
Broadcast News
Digital Cinema Production
3DVisualization
Screen Printing Technology
T-Shirt Design
Advertising Design
Graphic Communications
Audio/Radio Production
TV Production
Monday, June 10, 13

17. Intern / Mentorship
Monday, June 10, 13

18. Apple Education
PSUSD
PS Art Museum
El Paseo
Fashion Week
Indian Wells
Arts Festival
The Desert Sun
Sunnylands
Lego Robotics
Palm Springs Rotary
Epidemic Skateshop
PS Film Society
PhotoColorgraphix
MindFox Productions
Hot Purple Energy
AM/FM Film Festival
Kaminsky Prod.
Cahuilla CUE
Imagine Imagery
DigiCom
Local Arts & Media
Monday, June 10, 13

19. 2013-14 Mentor Program
Objectives of Mentor Program
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Role Models for our students
Build self-esteem & motivation
Career preparation
Community connections
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20. Once per month at least
Location on site
One - two hours
Supervised by teacher(s)
Structured agendas
Group mentoring, 3:1
Focus on skills for success, good habits, academics
Group dynamic at meetings
Some meetings longer
Correspond with 3 students
Experience with youth helpful
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21. Sample Schedule
MONTH MEETING TOPIC SCHEDULED DATE/TIME
Sept. Mentor-Student Group Meeting 1:
Introductions & Ice Breakers
Thurs, Sept, 27, 2012
11:15-12:45
Oct. Mentor-Student Group Meeting 2:
Individual Check-Ins
Thurs, OCT. 18, 2012
11:15-12:45
Nov. Mentor-Student Group Meeting 3:
Educational Group Fieldtrip Day
Choose a day between:
Mon. Nov. 5 - Thurs. Nov. 15
Dec. Mentor-Student Group Meeting 4:
A Good Habit: Time Management
Thurs, Dec. 20, 2012
11:15-12:45
Jan. Mentor-Student Group Meeting 5:
Academic Reflection
Thurs, Jan. 17, 2013
11:15-12:45
Feb. Mentor-Student Group Meeting 6:
Resume & Interview Techniques
Thurs, Feb. 21, 2013
11:15-12:45
Mar. Mentor-Student Group Meeting 7:
Mentor Team Building Olympics
Thurs, Mar. 21, 2013
11:15-12:45
Apr. Mentor-Student Group Meeting 8:
College Forum & Debrief
Thurs,Apr. 18, 2013
11:15-12:45
May Mentor-Student Group Meeting 9:
Final Closing & Luncheon
Thurs, May. 16, 2013
11:15-12:45
Monday, June 10, 13

22. Articulation
Monday, June 10, 13

23. We work with teachers @
Nellie Coffman & James Workman
Middle Schools
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College of the Desert &
Riverside City College
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via DATA & SkillsUSA!
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24. Promotion / Advertising
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26. Budget
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27. DATA CPA Grant - Financial Expenditure Report
August 31, 2012
Certificated Salaries - Hourly pay for DATAAcademy Teachers $30,780.26
Certificated Benefits - Benefits associated with the 1000 Category $7,086.45
Books and Supplies
- DATAAcademy Teachers
$8,871.04
Services and Operating Expenditures $19,565.40
District Fiscal / Indirect Fiscal Charges $4,436.85
Total $70,740
Monday, June 10, 13

28. DATA CPA Grant - Financial Expenditure Report
Financial Expenditure Estimate for 2012-13
Grant Amount Total: $71,500
Certificated Salaries- Hourly pay for DATAAcademy Teachers
$6900
Classified Salaries
Tech overtime for new iMac installation $2000
Certificated Benefits
$0
Books and Supplies
for DATAAcademy Teachers
$6004
Services and Operating Expenditures $12,843
Capital Outlay - Cannon digital cameras and lenses $5990
District Fiscal Charges
District Indirect Fiscal Charges $TBD
Approximate Total $38,837
Monday, June 10, 13

29. DATA CPA Grant - Financial Expenditure Report
Financial Expenditure Estimate 2012-13
Fall Rollover: $32,663
Certificated Salaries - Hourly pay for DATAAcademy Teachers
$10800
Certificated Benefits - Benefits associated with the 1000 Category $1800
Books and Supplies
for DATAAcademy Teachers
$TBD
Services and Operating Expenditures $TBD
Capital Outlay $TBD
District Fiscal / Indirect Fiscal Charges $TBD
Total Estimated Expense: $12,600
Estimated available funds: $20,063
Monday, June 10, 13

30. Looking to order
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Intuos Graphic Tablets
Cinema 4D software update
After Effects software update
Canon Mark III, 6D & Rebel X3i
Zoom H4N or Tascam DR 100
Faster lenses
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31. Tasks
Survey Professionals: http://goo.gl/fjbvu
Develop ‘Certification’
Approve Curriculum & Budget
Promotion / Advertising
Build Mentor / Intern Program
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