Career Cluster: Manufacturing
Career Pathway:
Fashion
Embark on a dynamic career in fashion by pursuing a pathway in design, where creativity takes center stage as you conceptualize and bring innovative clothing and accessory ideas to life. Alternatively, delve into the fast-paced realm of fashion marketing and management, where strategic thinking and trend analysis drive successful brand promotion and business growth. Whether crafting cutting-edge designs or orchestrating impactful marketing campaigns, a career in fashion promises a vibrant journey at the intersection of art, commerce, and style.
Potential Course Sequence
*ICCSD Graduation Requirements
Subject Area | Grade 9 | Grade 10 | Grade 11 | Grade 12 | Credits |
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Career Pathway Electives | Exploratory Art |
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Elective credits |
*English | English 9 | English 10/10H | Language Arts | Language Arts | 4 years, 60 credits |
*Math | Math Class | Math Class | Math Class | Math Class | 3 years, 45 credits |
Required Math courses for graduation are Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Geometry. | |||||
*Social Studies | Social Studies Class | Social Studies Class | Social Studies Class | Social Studies Class (optional) | 3 years, 45 credits |
Required Social Studies courses for graduation are Government 1, Government 2, Economics, U.S. History, and World History. | |||||
*Science | Science Class | Science Class | Science Class | Science Class (optional) | 3 years, 45 credits |
Required Science courses for graduation are Earth & Space Science, Physical Science or Chemistry, and Biology. | |||||
CTE Electives | See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. | Elective credits | |||
Fine Arts Electives | See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. | Elective credits | |||
World Languages Electives | Level 1 or Level 2 | Level 2 or Level 3 | Level 3, Level 4, or AP |
Level 4, Level 5, or AP |
Elective credits |
*Physical Education | Physical Education (one trimester) |
Physical Education (one trimester) |
Physical Education (one trimester) |
Physical Education (one trimester) |
4 years, 20 credits |
*Health | See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. | 1 trimester, 5 credits |
View our High School Program of Studies for a complete list of course offerings and descriptions
Career-Related Electives
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Entrepreneurship
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Future Career Readiness
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Marketing and Sales
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Personal Finance
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Introduction to Business
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World Languages
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Textiles and Design
*Career Related Electives are not limited to the options above. See your school counselor for additional learning options.
Career-Related Activities
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Art Club
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District Art Show
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Fibers Art Club
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Sustainable Fashion Club
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Drama/Thespian Club
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Maker’s Studio
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Talent Show
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Improv Club/ SLAP/ SPIT
Internship Experiences
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Kirkwood Career Caravan
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Internship Experience 1, 2 and 3 in a related field
Kirkwood Career Academy
College Admission Requirements
See your school counselor regarding admission requirements for highly selective institutions.
Potential College Programs
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Studio Art
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Fashion Design
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Textile Design
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Fiber Artist
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Fashion Buying and Merchandising
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Fashion Styling
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Fashion Photography
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Fashion Manufacturing
Future
Careers
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Fashion Design
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Textile Design
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Fiber Artist
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Fashion Buying and Merchandising
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Fashion Styling
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Fashion Photography
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Fashion Manufacturing
Community Partnerships
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Riverside Theater
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Velvet Coat
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Crowded Closet
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Humanize my Hoodie
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Coralville Center of Performing Arts
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United Action for Youth (UAY)
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James Theater
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Revival