BHS 9th-12th Grade Information
Ball High is home to four different, small learning communities. Each community focuses on career based areas. These communities will allow students to obtain endorsements from the Texas Education Agency, such as Public Service, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), Business & Industry, Arts & Humanities. The communities are: Biomedical Engineering & the Medical Profession, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and Media Arts and Digital Technology.
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How Do I Choose a Ball High Community?
Start by asking yourself, "What do I want to be?"
Biomedical Community
Professions:
- Nurse
- Doctor
- x-Ray Tech
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Medical Equipment Designer
- Certified Nurse's Assistant
- Psychologist
- EKG Technician
- Phlebotomist
Endorsements:
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STEM
- Public Service
Available Course Options:
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Galveston Career Connect
- Dual Credit
- Advanced Placement
- Career Certification
STEM Community
Professions:
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Electrical Engineer
- Computer Assisted Drafting
- Architect
- Airline Pilot
- Astronaut
- Drafting
- Mechanical Engineer
- Chemical Engineer
- Geologist
- Civil Engineer
- Robotics Programmer
Endorsements:
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STEM
Available Course Options:
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Galveston Career Connect
- Dual Credit
- Advanced Placement
- Career Certification
Media Arts Community
Professions:
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Web Designer
- Broadcaster
- Journalism
- Graphic Designer
- Audio-Visual Specialist
- Game/APP Developer
- Film Producer
- Artist
- Actress/Actor
- Videographer
Endorsements:
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Arts/Humanities
- Business/Industry
Available Course Options:
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Dual Credit
- Advanced Placement
- Career Certification
I & E Community
Professions:
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Business Owner
- Inventor
- Marketing Specialist
- Electrician
- Computer/Network Technician
- Carpenter
- Automotive Diagnostician
- Welding/Plumber/Air Conditioning Expert
- Chef/ Hotel &/or Restaurant Manager
- Event Planner
Endorsements:
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Business/Industry
- Public Service
Available Course Options:
-
Galveston Career Connect
- Dual Credit
- Advanced Placement
- Career Connect