#high school graduation requirements Texas

[indembminsk]

An In-depth Look at the STAAR™ Student Testing Program Guide

Understanding the educational trajectory of your child can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to standardized testing. In Texas, one significant milestone in this journey is the STAAR™ testing program. But what exactly is STAAR, and why is it important for your child? Here’s what you need to know about the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness. What is STAAR™? STAAR™ stands…

[filosofablogger]

Filosofa's Snarky Snippets Are Baaaaaaack!

Now that the bill to raise the debt ceiling has passed and a potential crisis has once again been headed off in the 11th hour, it’s time to look around at what else has been happening that might have escaped our notice. I want to start with something that impressed me, someone who has a conscience and puts life above profit.  Back in early 2021, Jon Waldman bought a gun store, Georgia…

[morallyinept]

A full character analysis on FRANCISCO 'CATFISH' MORALES from the film TRIPLE FRONTIER.

I've created this as a point of reference when writing for Pedro's characters, and I hope you find it useful. Even if you just want to learn more about the character. 🖤

FULL MASTERLIST OF PEDRO'S CHARACTERS ANALYSED

FULL CHARACTER STUDY:

Basic Details:

Full Name: Francisco Morales

Nickname(s): Frankie, Catfish, Fish

Appears in: Triple Frontier, 2019 (first appearance on screen seen at approx. 24:04)

Age (if known): Unconfirmed. Late 30's/possible early 40's - exact age unknown

Nationality: Presumed Texan (due to Pope mentioning his cowboy boots, but not officially confirmed, and based off of Frankie's accent)/South American/Latino heritage - appears to be living in Florida

Sexuality: Straight

Family: Mention of a female partner and baby, no mention of wider family

Spouse/Partner: Female, name unknown

Relationship Status: Officially unknown, however Frankie mentions "my lady" so it's possible he's in a relationship with a female. Unconfirmed if engaged or married

Current Living Status: Alive

Languages Spoken: English, Spanish

Education: Not confirmed, however to be in Delta Force, basic high school education and college graduate (B.A. or B.S.) would be required to enlist as a minimum, according to their current enrollment programme requirements. Minimum age is 21 to enlist.

Occupation:

Job Role/Title: Pilot, currently suspended

Special Skill(s): Pilot - flies helicopters, no mention of other aircraft. Combat training in Delta Force, Special Ops (which would include basic training such as artillery, first aid, survival, tactical, and radar and flight for pilots)

Notable Colleague(s): Santiago Pope, Benny & Will Miller, Tom Davis (Delta Force comrades/friends)

Distinguishing Features:

Tattoo(s): Bullseye tattoo on left hand between thumb and forefinger (Pedro's own)

Piercings: None

Scar(s): None notable, however Frankie sustains a gash on his left upper cheek during the film from the helicopter crash, which looks like it could be deep enough to leave a scar, however it's not seen on his cheek at the end of the film

Other Markings: Freckles on neck

Prominent Feature(s): Greying facial scruff, moustache, curled hair

Injuries: Gash on left upper cheek below eye from helicopter crash

Eye Colour: Brown

Hair Colour: Brown

Frankie's gash on his left cheek:

Personality:

Traits: Smart, sensitive, reasonable

Frankie has a soft, slightly rough cadence to his voice. He speaks mostly with an American accent throughout the film. It's hinted that he is from Texas, so this could be a Texan accent.

He is not above taking charge when needed and shows some leadership skills. It's apparent that Frankie can be easily led into things however, judging by how initially he declines to join the mission, but then when everyone else joins, he quickly agrees, indicating he can quickly fold under pressure.

Frankie also tends to jump the gun, establishing that it's better to shoot the enemy and ask questions later. This is evidenced in the film when he urges Pope to "shoot the driver" and states "I’ll tell you right now, if we get to that beach and Ben isn’t there, I’m fucking killing people," and "I'm taking a shot." He's also the one to shoot a guard first in Lorea's house. He shoots at the farmers, although Tom is the one who shoots them first in that scene, even though Frankie believes it was himself. Frankie also acknowledges his tendency to be quick on the draw when he states: "I was too quick on the trigger. You know it and I know it. I killed those people." 

It's also evident Frankie would have some form of PTSD based on how he shoots without blinking/wincing, and how he mentions: "man, I almost forgot why I got out of this business. Shit gets so dark so quick."

It's not confirmed the cause for Frankie's suspension, whether he was smuggling drugs (cocaine) or if he was physically taking drugs himself. However, based on a suspension, in terms of the law, suspended pending a review/investigation means an outcome has not been reached yet, nor has an arrest. This has been left open to interpretation. Also, it appears that Frankie was not under the influence of any narcotics during the film, as he had adept focus and showed no obvious signs of withdrawal/addiction, (however this does not necessarily mean that he might not have one) therefore could be more aligned to a possible smuggling/carrying suspension. "I got busted. It’s not a big deal. Actually, it’s a big deal. Technically it’s a suspension. I’m still under review." Again, this is left unconfirmed, and open to interpretation.

It also appears that whilst Will and Tom are retired from Delta Force, and Pope is now working alone on missions, Frankie is still working in aviation as he is suspended. It's not clear however, if he is still working for the forces in some capacity as a pilot, or whether he is working for a private aviation company as an employee and has been suspended. Again, this is unconfirmed and open to interpretation.

Fashion/Outfits:

Outfit 1 - (Benny MMA fight scene) Blue V-neck t-shirt, brown leather-trimmed jacket, brown belt, blue jeans, navy baseball cap, mention of cowboy boots when Pope points to his feet, but it's not actually seen if Frankie's wearing them in this scene or not

Outfit 2 - (Scoping out Lorea's place) Light burgundy round neck t-shirt, flannel denim-looking overshirt in green, light brown cargo jean pants, brown belt, aviators (in car), navy baseball cap, desert boots

Outfit 3 - (Shipping container scene) Gray round neck t-shirt, light brown cargo jean pants, aviators, navy baseball cap, desert boots

Outfit 4 - (Lorea's house ambush scene & remainder of film) Light brown cargo jean pants, cream/beige pants belt, white round neck t-shirt, salmon pink overshirt, brown tac vest plate, navy baseball cap, desert boots, navy backpack, black tac belt, wine rain jacket (added later)

Outfit 5 - (End scene) Grey stork short-sleeve shirt, blue jeans, flip flops

Accessories: Black carabiner on tac vest plate, notepad, black cable ties, watch on left wrist, spare belts and ammo on tac vest plate, comms mic, aviators, navy Standard Heating Oil baseball cap. Frankie's baseball cap is a direct nod to the film A Most Violent Year, in which Oscar Issac starred as a character working for the fictional oil company, and starred alongside Pedro in Triple Frontier playing Santiago Pope.

Weapons Used:

Weapon(s): (Exact weapons pictured below)

Glock 19 side arm gun, 3rd generation 9x19mm

Norinco type 56-1 AKMS Rifle, 7.62x39mm with shoulder support

Modes of Transport:

Vehicle(s):

Frankie flies a MIL MI-8 1960's Soviet chopper.

Frankie drives a 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser Autana when driving back from the bar & in the shipping container scene

Frankie drives a 2008 Ford E Series from Lorea's house

Frankie drives a Red 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser in the beach scene car chase

Dialogue:

🗨 See Frankie's full dialogue from the film, including deleted scenes.

Further Character Links (if any):

Interview with Pedro about filming for Triple Frontier

Samples of Frankie's Wardrobe - Watch, Stork Shirt, Ralph Lauren Jacket & Khul Rain Jacket info obtained via Styleofpascal IG

FULL MASTERLIST OF PEDRO'S CHARACTERS ANALYSED

[taylortruther]

the language discourse is so interesting to me bc where I’m from you HAVE to know three languages by the time you’re in primary school: georgian, russian (although this is becoming less common as the relationship with the country sours even further, which is sad imo bc it’s a beautiful language), and obviously english. i’m not saying kids speak these languages perfectly, but they do learn them. our casual everyday speech is a mishmash of regular georgian, random words borrowed from russian (this is so widespread that it applies to people who don’t speak any russian at all), and english online slang. we also text with the latin alphabet a lot bc the georgian one is a hassle (I guess?). obviously, that isn’t ideal to say the least, but I feel like learning a lot of languages while young should still be encouraged. I’m surprised it isn’t as common in america, where the education system is decidedly stronger (I know people have their complaints, which is fair, but, uh, just take my word on this one).

that's cool as hell! i have several colleagues who speak multiple languages because they are from the russia-poland-belarus-ukraine-georgia area, one of them knew like 12 languages or dialects because of proximity and the state of belarus at the time she lived there, which is awesome.

i grew up in a city in texas that is like 80% mexican or latino and, as a result, leans spanish-speaking anywhere you go. it's actually the only place i've personally ever visited in the us where english isn't the assumed language. that's the only reason my parents taught it to me: they had lots of family and a community to speak it to me. but once we moved when i was a kid that ability kinda went away :/

i def wish americans learned languages younger. i feel like american exceptionalism has something to do with it, and also this vicious cycle where there is a teacher shortage + an even more extreme shortage of teachers who are multilingual. so even if the govt wanted to update the curriculum to include a language requirement earlier (i think the only requirement is maybe 2 years for high school graduation) there'd be no one to teach any languages that would be common here, like spanish.

all to say: i also wish more americans (including myself) could speak multiple languages. i just don't spend a lot of time thinking of taylor's inability to do so (i know you weren't saying that maria but just to bring it back to the ask that started it all lmao.)

[devilsgatewayhq]

Name: Antonio Jimenez Age: 37 Occupation: Chef at La Macina Time living in Tonopah: Four years Neighborhood: Downtown Gang Affiliation: Los Santos- Bombardeo Face Claim: Peter Gadiot

Biography:

Born in Pensacola, Florida, to a Mexican immigrant turned US Marine and a high school English teacher, Antonio Jimenez’s upbringing was far from boring. Throughout his childhood, he and his siblings lived in a number of different states and countries, a side effect of their father’s everchanging deployments. But in a lot of ways, it kept Antonio from ever feeling too tied to any one place, giving him the freedom to live like a vagabond– at least for a little while. Sure, his youth was rather turbulent at times and it was always some sort of balancing act as his family moved from location to location, adopting a piece of every place’s culture, but he’d never once viewed any of that as a bad thing. Truth be told, he’d loved that sort of transient, unpredictable lifestyle, and so when he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps at eighteen years old like his father before him, it came as no shock to anyone.

Unlike his father, Antonio looked to the sky to find his passion. Every move he made from the time he enlisted was in pursuit of becoming a Marine Corps Aviator. With the military funding his education, Antonio completed a bachelor’s degree in physics and participated in his university’s Marine ROTC program to help expedite his climb through the ranks. Upon graduation, he was commissioned as a second lieutenant and relocated to Corpus Christi, Texas, to begin flight training. Roughly two years later, in 2010, he was a fully qualified fighter pilot and tossed headfirst into his first assignment– Dakar, Senegal.

In the beginning, most of his assignments consisted of support roles and allowed Antonio to bear witness to parts of the world he might have otherwise never experienced. Along with his fellow Marines, he delivered supplies and manpower to various African nations as well as parts of southeast Asia who were in desperate need of a helping hand. After seeing how much the US military presence brought hope to the people they encountered along the way, Antonio was proud of the work they were doing, but after a while, he found himself wanting more– and he got it. In 2013, he was dropped right into the heart of the deadly conflict plaguing the Middle East. Before then, he’d never once thought to be careful what he wished for, but after? He learned to bite his tongue. 

It was the first time Antonio saw just how savage war could be. He’d read about it, sure. He’d seen the news coverage too. But experiencing it firsthand was somewhat different. He’d never thought it was possible for so much carnage to exist in one place, but it was practically everywhere he turned. But perhaps the most shocking thing of all was how quickly everything could change in an instant. Fellow soldiers were standing beside him one moment and blown away the next. It was horror unlike anything Antonio had ever imagined, but he had a job to do, and somehow he powered through and did whatever the flag on his shoulder required him to do for the next couple years.

He experienced a momentary lull in the madness in 2015 when was able to return home to the United States for a brief, six month reprieve. During that time, he was rarely in the same spot for long. He hopped around from city to city, usually in the company of fellow Marines, because if he stayed stagnant for even half a heartbeat, everything he witnessed overseas had a way of barreling into him with the sort of force he was powerless against. One of those escapades included a trip to Las Vegas. Antonio was deep in the bottle for most of it, but there was one moment he remembered with stunning clarity– the moment when he bit the bullet and married a total stranger. It was completely impulsive, completely out of character for him, but after everything he’d been through, he decided to lean into it, and rather than racing for a quickie divorce, he vowed to make it work.

And somehow, it did– at least for a while. Thanks to another deployment after those six months of mindless bliss were over, he later missed the birth of his first child– a daughter. Hunkering down in rubble and dodging enemy fire in the heart of Kabul, Afghanistan, was his fate instead. Antonio couldn’t remember a time in his life when he’d been more miserable. He had a daughter and he’d never even seen her, but he’d seen more death than any one man should ever have to. Just after her first birthday, he finally got to come home– at least for a little while. That home was Tonopah Valley, Nevada, his wife’s home. Try as he may to be as present, he knew his next assignment was looming just over the horizon. But at least this time, he got to witness the birth of his son in 2018, only to be shipped off days later. 

The fighting in Kabul was more intense than he’d ever seen it by the time he landed in Afghanistan again. In a lot of ways, that only fueled Antonio’s desire to serve, but in others, it terrified him. A father of two, he knew he couldn’t afford to die in a barren wasteland. He hadn’t been allowed enough time with his kids for that. But fate had this cruel way of fucking with him, of making him believe that he’d never make it out alive, and if he was being honest, he’d come close. In 2019, the helicopter he was escorting and providing security for was ambushed and shot down by enemy forces. In the middle of the dogfight, his jet was shot down too. By the time the rubble was shoved aside, there were only two survivors– Antonio and one other. 

Badly injured, he was airlifted to safety and returned to the United States once he was stable. His return home to Tonopah Valley should have signaled a chance to rebuild, but it only brought more destruction. The real battlefield wasn’t half a world away in Kabul, it was in his own mind. Consumed with guilt and grief over what happened, Antonio turned to drugs and alcohol. For a while, he tried to hide it, but one failed drug test after the other was something the Marine Corps couldn’t ignore, and he was soon dishonorably discharged, which only made him spiral more. Support groups didn’t help. Even time with his family hardly scratched the surface of everything he was feeling. While he battled his demons, he began working as a chef, making barely enough to make ends meet.

And so Antonio simply faded away from anything and everyone that he’d ever loved. In 2021, the losses only continued to pile up when his wife filed for divorce. He could hardly blame her. He wasn’t the husband or father his family needed– that man had died in Kabul right along with the men he’d sworn to protect, but he hadn’t even been able to fly them to safety. What made him think he could be something solid for his own family to lean against? 

He’d nearly reached his wits end when his cousin reached out later that year. While they hadn’t been close growing up (admittedly, Antonio hadn’t been close to anyone, not even his own siblings), he appreciated the way Amelia stepped in and shoved him at something more useful than the booze and pills he’d lost himself in. Los Santos. They needed a pilot– someone who could move their product into the United States and help the gang flourish. It was the kick Antonio needed– after all, he hated his job and how he could hardly make his child support payments along with his other expenses. Working for the gang would ensure financial stability, even if it came with risk– but when had he ever cared about that? He’d flown into fucking war before– he had the scars to prove it.

And so, since 2022, Antonio has cleaned up his act and has been flying for Los Santos, though it’s been kept on the downlow. The only ones who know are those directly involved with the gang and Antonio intends to keep it that way. But– Tonopah Valley is a small town where secrets tend to spread faster than wildfire; it’s only a matter of time before the truth comes out.

Headcanons:

Loves photography and takes to the open wild with his camera whenever he gets the chance.

Would travel the world in a heartbeat– just tell him where and when.

Has been sober for almost a year now– a fact he’s very proud of.

[pipercallahan]

Have you seen PIPER CALLAHAN around the crash site? we’re trying to make sure they’re still alive after the crash! according to the manifesto SHE is a TWENTY FIVE year old CIS WOMAN**. i hear they’re known being an ACTOR. PIPER is also known to be ASSERTIVE yet also ERRATIC at times. we have a couple questions for PIPER when we find HER, we heard something about a secret they might have? such as SHE BLACKMAILS PRODUCERS INTO GIVING HER ROLES!

before: Piper grew up in Fort Worth, Texas to a married pair who ran a successful estate agency. The youngest of three, she was doted on by her parents and often spoiled much more than her older brothers. She'd always wanted to be in the limelight, even from an early age, when she'd perform for anyone who'd listen and watch.

At the age of seven and after short negotiations with her parents, she was allowed to audition for minor roles, commercials, etc. Although she was having fun acting and being someone else; as she grew older, it became less about the performance and more about the benefits that came along with it. It became about money and the "celeb status", which followed her along with her career as she got older.

She soon developed a name for herself as something of a child star, and never really had to put in effort for auditions after that. A well known recognizable face appeals to the public, right? Life was a dream, and Piper didn't have to break a sweat.

After she'd graduated high school - a condition of her parents', she moved around to wherever the next role would take her, never really settling down in one place. But now she was auditioning for more mature roles, she had a lot more competition. And suddenly, these roles required something called talent, that no adolescent 'cuteness' could hide.

Despite the outward facade that Piper wears so well, she's smart. She knew she wouldn't be able to compete with these other actresses, and couldn't rely on her childhood accolades to carry her through adulthood. And she was right, as time and time again she was rejected for some fresh talent.

The idea of her slipping through the cracks and becoming another long gone child actor angered her and it wasn't a reality she wanted to make. As a last resort, she would reach out to casting directors and producers of a project through her contacts. Seduce them. Manipulate them. Blackmail them. It didn't always work, only if they had something to lose - like a partner or a family. But it did get her roles.

present;

Piper was traveling to Sydney to shoot the sequel of her film where she starred (ironically) as the survivor of a plane crash. However, unlike her present situation, that was a comedy. She had requested to fly privately, but the studio had to "cut costs" and deemed she wasn't important enough to be treated to such a luxury.

As herself, she is not equipped to survive and knows that she cannot contribute anything resourceful. The only skill she may have is what she learned from her role as a survivor, which were limited to starting a small fire, but Piper's too shaken up to even remember how.

(Honestly, she's useless. Probably be the first to go.)

other stuff;

Overall, Piper's a typical "I do what I want" person. Not really in a 'badass' way, more of a "I will do nothing." It isn't necessarily that she means to act this way and hopefully with time, she will become less useless. She's just used to a certain way of life and being on this island wasn't on the agenda. Despite having to adapt herself for her roles, she will happily sit on that beach and wait all year for rescue to come without lifting a finger. If she knew that wouldn't make her absolutely hated by all.

[187days]

Day One Hundred Fifty-Six

Despite the fact that I’d left my students with a sub for three days, I found my classroom in decent shape when I came in this morning. Students had left my whiteboard markers all over the place, and there were a couple papers to pick up, but that’s not too bad. The worst thing they did was take all the fruit snacks and granola bars out of the drawer where I keep those (they’re allowed to take one snack if they’re hungry, someone- or multiple someones- definitely took a lot more than one). They got a talking-to about that from me. 

My Block 2 students also got a talking-to about the report I’d gotten from that sub about their general lack of preparedness for class, their unwillingness to stay on task, etc... I’d planned to start class by going over yesterday’s assignment, but I could see that only a few students had it done, so I just collected it instead. Anyone who was banking on being able to write the answers down as I went over them was sorely disappointed.

Meantime, in my Block 3 class, they loved doing that assignment and we had a 45-minute discussion about the ways in which the various historical events we’d studied were connected, plus another 15-minute discussion about the other work they’d done while I was gone. It’s wild how different two sections of the same course can be sometimes, right?

Anyways, in both sections, the used the remainder of the block to work on current events write-ups. They get to choose how they express their information this time: slides, paragraphs, whatever as long as it’s properly cited. So there’s ongoing research and writing about a ton of different things. Examples: the crisis in Sudan, the mass shooting in Texas, Swatch Nines, dolphin rescues, instability in Haiti, and the blender cat (note: if you don’t already know about the blender cat, definitely don’t look it up). Students will finish their write-ups tomorrow.

In APGOV, my students and I discussed the NH state constitution, and then I had them look at a recently-passed law that requires NH students to take the 128-question citizenship test and pass it with a score of 70 or better in order to graduate high school. So, obviously, the thing I did after discussing the law with them was give them a copy of the test. I let them work in groups to try and pass it. I think they found it amusing, frustrating, conversation-generating, and more at various points. And, while they passed it, they weren’t sure that all of their classmates could. We’re going to tackle a more controversial bill tomorrow: SB272, the parental bill of rights, which has passed the Senate and is currently being debated in the House. Stay tuned for more on how that goes. 

I had a faculty meeting in the afternoon, and since it’s Teacher Appreciation Week, we were treated to ice cream, and we got new school swag (hats and t-shirts). Some local businesses also left us gift certificates, which was very cool. And the meeting was short- mostly announcements about upcoming state testing- so then I was able to go out to track practice and cheer my sprinters on through the last half of a hard workout. It’s a sunny day (finally), so it was glorious to be outside!

[faithfulcat111]

It took me awhile to locate this because it is so hard sometimes searching for old documentation. (Under read more, so feel free to ignore. I'm just rambling about Indiana graduation requirements.)

But I managed to find the graduation requirements for Indiana in the 80's from a State Standards Update Report. And maybe I'm just being biased, but it seems stupidly easy to graduate up to the new regulations being introduced which would have started for the Party's graduating class. Like I get that the man was not school-smart in any way, but why was Eddie struggling? Like could he not get through the electives? Like my mom, who fucking struggled in school and had to do so much remedial and makeup work just to get her credits don't get me wrong, managed to graduate easy in 87 (In Texas, but their requirements were similar). I had at least double, if not more, of all those credits (minus electives) at my graduation. I must just be on a level academically where I just don't get it because I don't understand how he was thinking he still might not graduate after six years.

But a regular four years then of a 7 school period day was 56 credits. Some schools did have 6 school periods in a day still then, but that is still 48 credits. He had to have been failing all but one or two of his classes a semester to still be in school (usually only one).

Sources :

STATE EDUCATIONAL STANDARDS IN THE 50 STATES https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1002/j.2330-8516.1988.tb00278.x

[hellowhoisthere]

7 Steps To Take To Become a Navy PilotThere are plenty of perks to being a Navy pilot, but with the spoils does come a lot of work. Here is a look at the steps to becoming a Naval aviator. Step 1: Meet the Eligibility CriteriaThe pilot program, similar to that of special forces, has advanced eligibility criteria when compared to a general-issue sailor in the U.S. Navy. Here are the boxes an aspiring Navy pilot must check before they can begin training*:

Age 19-26

Between the heights of 5’2” and 6’5”

Sitting height of no more than 40.9”

Weigh between 103 and 245 pounds

Corrected vision to 20/20 (they’ll pay for it if you need surgery)

U.S. citizenship

Pass a medical screening *Waivers are available. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t meet one of these.

Step 2: Attend College or Flight Training

Navy pilots also have to have a four-year degree to attend training. For individuals considering Navy aviation right out of high school, the Naval Academy is certainly worth a look, as it pays for your education and also counts toward some service time for retirement. Most degrees from most universities will qualify an aspiring pilot for the flight program, though. But as one would guess, those coming from the Academy certainly are a step ahead.

Step 3: Earn Commissioning

Next, the future Naval aviators head to Newport, Rhode Island, where they attend Officer Training School (OCS) with people entering every different walk of Navy officer service, including future intelligence officers, submariners, engineers, and more. The course is 13 weeks long, and upon completion, graduates officially become commissioned officers in the U.S. Navy.

Step 4: Take the Aviation Selection Test Battery (ASTB)

Another eligibility requirement is scoring a 35 on the Aviation Selection Test Battery, which is generally administered at OCS. Aspiring pilots are only allowed to take this examination three times in their entire lives. Study up!

Step 5: Attend AIC—The Air Indoctrination Course

After OCS, most of the new officers part ways and go to their respective schools to get a more granular look at the jobs they will be performing. For pilots, that starts with learning all about aviation at the Air Indoctrination Course (AIC) in Pensacola, Florida. At AIC, pilots learn the basics of aerodynamics, weather, aircraft functionality, navigation, and aviation basics such as in-air communications. It takes most students six weeks to pass the course.

Step 6: Attend Flight School

Next is the practical flight training which takes place in one of two locations: Pensacola, or Corpus Christi, Texas (both programs are the same). At flight school, pilots undergo a demanding training regimen that teaches them pretty much the entire gamut of what someone pursuing an airline transport pilot certificate would learn, in a fraction of the time. At flight school, pilots learn how to fly by visual rules, how to fly by instrument rules, and even how to fly in formation.

Step 7: Choose What Area To Specialize In

After successfully completing the rigorous Navy flight school, pilots can choose their specialization, and learn how to perfect their basic pilot skills relative to the aircraft they will be flying.

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Student naval aviators progress through a significant training syllabus—typically 18 months to two years for initial winging (designation) as Naval Aviators via either the advanced strike pipeline for those destined for fixed-wing aircraft such as fighter/bomber jets;

[lboogie1906]

Sheila Jackson Lee (born January 12, 1950) is a lawyer and politician who is the Representative for Texas's 18th congressional district, having served since 1995. The district includes most of central Houston. She is a member of the Democratic Party and served as an at-large member of the Houston City Council before being elected to the House. She and Representative Lloyd Doggett became co-deans of Texas's congressional delegation. She was born in Queens. Her parents were immigrants from Jamaica. She graduated from Jamaica High School in Queens. She earned a BA in political science from Yale University and a JD from the University of Virginia School of Law. She is a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. She moved to Houston after her husband, Elwyn Lee, took a job at the University of Houston. Her husband is now Vice Chancellor and Vice President for Student Affairs of the University of Houston System and the University of Houston, respectively. They have two children. She made three attempts at local judgeships before becoming a Houston municipal judge from 1987 to 1990. In 1989, she won the at-large position for a seat on the Houston City Council, serving until On the city council, she helped pass a safety ordinance that required parents to keep their guns away from children. She worked for expanded summer hours at city parks and recreation centers as a way to combat gang violence. She is a member of The Links. #africanhistory365 #africanexcellence #alphakappaalpha #thelinks https://www.instagram.com/p/CnUgFFVLuIC/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[lizpresley36]

Hello! I’m Kendra! My question is can you please introduce yourself? Tell us a few details about yourself.

Hello Ms. LaVon! Thank you so much for interviewing me! I'm absolutely positive that I will love this interview!

This is such a fun question to answer! My full name is Elizabeth Rose Presley. At this time, I am currently 25 years old. I was born in Abilene, Texas in 1936. Yes, that math doesn't add up, but I am telling about my life from the past. In early 1950, I moved to Memphis, Tennesse when my Daddy's job required him to move. So, all three of us; Mama, Daddy and I, moved to Memphis. There, I started high school at Humes High School. I was a smart gal, straight A's, and all that.

Presley is my last name. Yes, I'm related to THE Elvis Presley. I met him in high school. Super shy, incredibly sweet, but not too good at math, so I was his tutor. He was a year older than me, but we were very close throughout all of high school.

In 1955, a year after I graduated high school, Elvis asked me to marry him. Obviously, I said yes. We were happy together. We had a total of 6 children, 3 girls and 3 boys. There was one miscarriage, and that's when we decided that we were done having kids.

Ms. LaVon, that is the short version. I have truly enjoyed answering this first question! I can't wait to answer more from you! Thank you so much!

Elizabeth R. Presley

[unischolars]

Exploring Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi: A Gateway to Excellence

Summary:

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, nestled in the heart of Corpus Christi, Texas, stands as a beacon of academic excellence and opportunity. Established in 1947, this public research university offers a unique island campus setting, blending scenic coastal views with rigorous academic pursuits.

Programs and Colleges:

With over 85 degree programs spanning undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels, the university caters to diverse academic interests. Notably, the College of Nursing and Health Sciences shines as a leader in Texas' academic landscape.

Admissions and Facilities:

With an acceptance rate of 88%, the university values holistic evaluation, recognizing the potential beyond standardized test scores. Boasting state-of-the-art facilities across its expansive campus, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi provides a conducive environment for learning and growth.

Rankings and Entry Requirements:

Earning accolades such as being ranked among the top public schools, the university maintains high standards for academic excellence. Prospective students are required to submit academic transcripts, recommendation letters, and demonstrate English language proficiency.

Financial Aid and Accommodation:

The university ensures affordability through scholarships tailored to students' academic achievements and financial needs. Additionally, it offers comfortable on-campus housing options at competitive rates, fostering a supportive living environment conducive to academic success.

Cost of Living and Opportunities:

As students embark on their educational journey, understanding the cost of living in Corpus Christi is crucial. From accommodation to daily expenses, the university provides insights to help students make informed decisions about their academic endeavors.

In conclusion, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi stands as a bastion of academic excellence, offering a rich tapestry of opportunities for students to thrive and excel in their chosen fields.

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Unlocking Opportunities: The Power of a High School Diploma

In today's fast-paced world, education plays a crucial role in shaping our futures and opening doors to endless opportunities. Among the many milestones in a student's academic journey, earning a high school diploma stands out as a significant achievement that marks the beginning of a new chapter filled with possibilities. GED Texas

A high school diploma is more than just a piece of paper; it represents years of hard work, dedication, and perseverance. It signifies that an individual has acquired the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to navigate through life's challenges and pursue their dreams. Whether one aspires to further their education, enter the workforce, or explore entrepreneurial ventures, a high school diploma serves as a solid foundation for success.

One of the key benefits of obtaining a high school diploma is the increased access to higher education. Many colleges, universities, and vocational schools require applicants to have a high school diploma or its equivalent. By earning this credential, students unlock pathways to pursue advanced degrees, specialized training programs, and career-focused certifications. This, in turn, broadens their career options and enhances their earning potential over time. High school diploma Texas

Moreover, a high school diploma is often viewed as a prerequisite for securing employment in today's competitive job market. Employers value candidates who have completed their high school education as it demonstrates essential skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork. Whether entering the workforce immediately after graduation or after further education, having a high school diploma enhances an individual's employability and opens doors to a wide range of job opportunities across various industries.

Beyond academic and career prospects, earning a high school diploma instills confidence and a sense of accomplishment in individuals. It validates their efforts and motivates them to pursue higher goals and aspirations. Additionally, it fosters a lifelong love for learning and personal development, empowering individuals to adapt to ever-evolving challenges and contribute positively to their communities. Adult diploma Texas

In conclusion, a high school diploma is a powerful asset that unlocks numerous opportunities and sets the stage for a fulfilling and successful future. It represents not only academic achievement but also personal growth, resilience, and determination. As we celebrate the accomplishments of high school graduates, let us recognize the transformative impact of this milestone and support individuals in reaching their full potential.

Dream big, work hard, and let your high school diploma be the stepping stone to a brighter tomorrow!

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Check Your State: Here Are The Active Shooter Training Requirements For Schools And Law Enforcement

— By Lexi Churchill and Lomi Kriel | February 8, 2024 | Frontline

Santa Fe , Texas — May 21: Crosses line the lawn in front of Santa Fe High School on May 21, 2018 in Santa Fe, Texas. The crosses are a memorial to the victims of the May 18 shooting when 17-year-old student Dimitrios Pagourtzis entered the school with a shotgun and a pistol and opened fire, killing 10 people. Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images

After a teenage gunman killed 10 people at Santa Fe High School in 2018, Texas lawmakers mandated that all school police officers receive training to better prepare them for the possibility of confronting a mass shooter. The law, which required that such training occur only once, didn’t apply to thousands of state and local law enforcement officers who did not work in schools.

Four years later, officers who descended on Uvalde’s Robb Elementary School, a vast majority of whom were not school police, repeatedly acted in ways that ran contrary to what active shooter training teaches, waiting 77 minutes to engage the gunman. An investigation published in December by ProPublica, The Texas Tribune and FRONTLINE revealed that about 30% of the 116 state and local officers who responded in May 2022 did not get active shooter training after graduating from police academies. Of those who had, many received such instruction only once in their careers, which at least eight police training experts say is not enough.

As part of the investigation, the news organizations conducted a nationwide analysis to examine active shooter training requirements and found critical gaps in preparedness between children and law enforcement. While at least 37 states require active shooter-related drills in schools, typically on a yearly basis, no states mandate such training for officers annually.

Instead, decisions about active shooter training are often left to individual school districts and law enforcement departments, creating a patchwork approach in which some proactively provide such instruction and others do not.

The month after the news organizations’ investigation was published, U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland’s office released a scathing report that detailed a slew of failures during the Robb Elementary response. While visiting Uvalde, he told reporters that law enforcement agencies should immediately prioritize active shooter training.

The federal report recommended that officers receive eight hours of such instruction annually. Only Texas, however, comes close to meeting the Department of Justice’s suggested standards, according to the newsrooms’ nationwide analysis. Last year, the state mandated that all officers, not just school police, take 16 hours of active shooter training every two years.

About a dozen states also increased training requirements after the Uvalde shooting, but many continue to fall short of what police training experts say is needed.

The gaps in training requirements begin before officers’ first day on the job.

While police academies in nearly every state require some form of active shooter training, five states — California, Georgia, Ohio, Washington and Vermont — do not require it for all recruits. A spokesperson for the police standards agency in Washington did not respond to a request for comment. A Vermont spokesperson did not respond to questions about whether expanding active shooter training to all officers in police academies is being considered. Officials with police standards agencies in the other three states said they are considering adding active shooter training to their police academy curriculum.

Once officers graduate from police academies, the lack of training requirements becomes more pronounced.

Only two states — Texas and Michigan — have laws that require active shooter training for all officers once on the job. While Texas requires recurring instruction, training in Michigan is given once after officers graduate from police academies. Some states mandate active shooter training one time in a particular year, leaving out officers who were not employed at the time. Other states require training only for school police, as Texas did before the Uvalde shooting, and only two of them — Illinois and Mississippi — require it more than once.

While a majority of states require frequent active shooter-related drills in schools, 13 don’t require such instruction. They include Colorado and Connecticut, which had two of the worst mass shootings in history: the 1999 Columbine school massacre and the 2012 shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary. Spokespeople for the education departments in both states said districts are conducting drills despite the absence of a state mandate but did not provide records that confirm their assertions.

Active shooter training can be expensive, but state lawmakers should commit to providing the necessary instruction if they want law enforcement to be better prepared for a mass shooting, police training experts said. John Curnutt, assistant director at Texas State University’s Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training Center, said Uvalde is a “horrible example” of when training was needed but hadn’t been practiced enough.

“There’s a higher price that’s paid than the one that we probably could have paid upfront to get ready for it,” Curnutt said.

Statewide Active Shooter Training and Drill Requirements as of 2023

Source: State laws and regulations compiled by ProPublica, The Texas Tribune and FRONTLINE. Information is current as of December 2023. Lucas Waldron/ProPublica

About This Research:

To confirm the most up-to-date active shooter training requirements for law enforcement and schools across the country as of 2023, we contacted education departments and law enforcement standards agencies in every state. We examined both state laws and regulations.

In our analysis of schools, we included all mandated lockdown and active shooter drills, though some education departments said other types of drills can help prepare students and staff as well. In addition to the 37 states that explicitly require active shooter-related drills, we noted several others that have laws mandating safety drills but allow districts to decide which types of drills to conduct. We did not include those in our total count because the options could range from active shooter drills to earthquake drills.

For law enforcement, we collected information about how many hours of active shooter training are required for recruits going through police academies and for officers once they are on the job. We also asked for statewide data showing how many officers had taken such courses, but few states could provide that information. While we included only states’ current training mandates, four states — Alabama, North Carolina, Maine and Pennsylvania — required officers to train in a particular year but then not again, meaning that only those who were employed at that time received the one-time instruction.

— This article is produced in collaboration with ProPublica and The Texas Tribune.

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Oems Ems Schooling And Training

Organizations just like the American Red Cross provide in-person and on-line CPR training courses that fulfill this CPR certification requirement. This step also includes not solely gaining certification but also maintaining CPR certification. Working as an EMT requires a excessive degree of physical fitness and problem-solving abilities needed to work effectively in high-stress conditions. The capacity to assume quick, and act quickly, is a vital talent on this career. You will doubtless meet folks in a time of crisis, and they might have each bodily and emotional care. At the identical time, a bill was working its means through the Minnesota legislature to create the designation in Minnesota, the first State in the Country to take action. Dr. Wilcox, Al Benney and Joe Martinez had been part of the original team to show the pilot program. Since that point, HTC has trained over 500 Community Paramedics in practically every state and two international locations. Students who fail the EMT program or withdraw from the course will not receive a course refund or certificates of completion. The Pre-Entrance Examination is scheduled in early December at The University of Akron Wayne College. This complete four-hour examination consists of an EMT test, the Wonderlic Scholastic Level Exam, and a studying comprehension check. Common emergency situations an EMT will reply to are cardiac arrest, motorcar accidents, falls, and gunshot wounds. We employ educators who're additionally employed with high name volume 911 agencies and departments, allowing them to deliver present and real-world scenarios to the classroom. We are proud to be part of our students’ paths to changing into the area’s best EMS providers. For 24 years, EMTS Academy has been providing the highest quality EMS education in Central Texas. Prioritizing affected person care and outcomes by way of evidence-based curriculum, our graduates have distinctive cross charges and begin fulfilling careers. Please contact them instantly for extra data on the appliance course of. Assess injuries and diseases and administer basic emergency medical care. State certification requirements embody being a minimum of 18 years old and obtaining a highschool diploma or GED. When it comes time to prepare for the NREMT Cognitive Examination, we'll provide you with multiple alternatives to complete a nationally standardized readiness exam which can predict your success on the National Registry Exam. The “practice” exams will provide you with the arrogance you have to succeed at your exam for licensure. Students wishing to additionally receive their BLS re-certification should purchase the $33 add-on with registration. This optionally available addition allows college students to stay after the course and complete the BLS Skills Check part which compliments the net HeartCode BLS course. Students must full the web HeartCode BLS previous to the course, and current their on-line certificates of completion on the day of class. emt basic program The normal Paramedic curriculum doesn't tackle the detailed use of ventilators, foley catheters, or chest tubes. Additionally, lots of the drugs which could be transported during interfacility transfers are not talked about. A list of establishments offering EMSP education programs is available here. Once you may have obtained your CA EMT certification, you aren't required to take care of your NREMT in order to renew. If your EMT certificate lapses over one year and you've got got allowed your NREMT to lapse as well, then you'll be required to move the cognitive and psychomotor exams so as to reinstate your CA EMT certification. Many EMTs select to keep up their NREMT certification in case they move to a different state or don't plan to renew their EMT certification for a time frame. English and Math necessities must be met before you begin any of our EMS Certification Courses. You could register earlier than completing the English and Math necessities, but when the necessities are not met, you forfeit your spot inside the academy. Prepares an EMT-Basic to remain on the forefront of prehospital field techniques and the advancing information base of prehospital care. Acadian is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer. Consortium students want to begin the registration course of at their home faculty's consortium workplace. EMT is the minimum licensure stage for personnel transporting sufferers in ambulances. The scope of practice is limited to basic abilities that can be performed safely in an out-of-hospital setting, with medical oversight and limited training. No use of advanced gear or drug administration is inside their scope. These courses are meant for certified/licensed emergency healthcare suppliers. Our 2‐day curriculum and a preconference day skills lab will present the most as a lot as date practical data and expertise required to the work in our neighborhood as entrance line medical personnel. Part of the preconference will include the Handtevy Instructor Course with nationally recognized pediatric professional and educator, Dr. Peter Antevy. Registration for each the preconference and conference is on the market online. Busy healthcare providers often want an different alternative to traditional, classroom-based ACLS training. HeartCode ACLS is the official, self-directed, comprehensive e-learning program from the American Heart Association (AHA). Students complete an interactive, cognitive portion that features ten practical patient microsimulation situations covering the ACLS algorithms, a staff dynamics lesson, and entry to AHA textbooks.

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Paying for College With Title Loans | Texas Approval

Getting a college education is one of the best ways to increase your lifetime earning potential. According to recent reports by the Department of Education, college graduates can earn as much as one million dollars more than high school graduates over a 40-year time period.

That is great news for people who can afford to pay for the rising costs of a college education. Not only do college students have to pay for tuition, but there are other costs associated with attending college that may not be covered by student loans.

Shelter

Food

Books

Recreation

Clothing

Program Fees

Travel Expenses

Lab Fees

Computer Equipment

Monthly Cell Phone Expenses

College expenses have increased at such a rate that getting a part-time job will not do much to stave off expenses. What can you do to pay for these expenses that will not leave you tired and discouraged?

Title Loans and College Expenses

One of the best assets that you have to pay for college expenses is your free and clear car title. With a lien-free title, you can use your vehicle as collateral to get Texas car title loans from our network of lenders at Texas Title Loans.

You might be thinking - Can I really exchange my vehicle's title for a loan that I can use to pay for college expenses? Absolutely! You can join thousands of customers who have used their money from the best title loans Texas for all types of expenses.

Although you might be apprehensive about using your vehicle as collateral for a title loan, you should think about the benefits of paying for college with title loans. Here are a few reasons partnering with one of our title loan lenders might be a good idea for you.

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How to Take Out a Title Loan for College Expenses

Whether this is your first vehicle title loan or you are a pro at paying for college with title loans, the process is the same. It requires a small amount of paperwork, verification of your vehicle's value and a few minutes of your time.

Our network of Texas title lenders offer an easy way for you to get cash to pay for your college expenses. By applying online, you can receive a quick response from our title loan representatives.

To get help paying for college with title loans, you must complete an online application. Provide information about your car including its make, mileage, year and model.

After you provide your vehicle's information, you will get an estimate of your vehicle's value. The good news is there is no limit on the amount of money that you can borrow for automobile title loans in Texas.

If your car is valued at $15,000, you could receive a loan for that amount. A new title loan could relieve the stress of paying for college expenses.

A title loan representative will contact you to verify the information on the application. Once you are approved, your loan money will be deposited into you bank account.

How Do I Qualify for Title Loans?

Our company understands that you might not have a lot of money if you are a college student, and that is okay with us. You can qualify for title loan cash if you earn enough income to repay the loan.

You do not have to have a high-paying position to qualify for our loans. There are many sources from which you can receive an income and be eligible for our loan packages.

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In addition to earning a consistent income, there are other requirements that must be met. You must own the vehicle. You must be at least 18 years old. The title must be free of any liens.

To determine whether you meet our basic title loan qualifications before you apply for a loan, contact us at Texas Title Loans. Our title loan representatives are ready and willing to provide you with all of the information that will help you make the right choice for your situation.

Can a Parent of a College Student Apply for a Title Loan?

If you are a parent and you want to use your vehicle's equity to pay for college expenses, we invite you to complete an application. As long as the vehicle is registered in your name and you meet the other requirements, you could be approved for one of our loans.

At first glance, using your vehicle's equity to pay for college expenses may not seem like a good idea. However, it can be a smart financial move if you are able to abide by the terms of the contract and repay the loan ahead of schedule.

The Benefits of Car Title Loans in Texas

If you have bad credit, getting access to loan money is almost impossible. This means if you run into a financial emergency, a worrisome situation will quickly become a dire one.

Car title loans are one of the very few borrowing options open to people with poor credit. Because title loans are secured with collateral -- the title to a car or truck you own -- title loan lenders bypass the credit verification process altogether.

That's only one way vehicle title loans are beneficial. Here are three more.

You can get a title loan even if you aren't working. Banks and credit unions usually only accept income from employment, but title loan lenders accept income from child support, retirement, disability, pension and more.

You have flexible repayment options. Many lenders offer instalment loans with monthly payments, just like traditional loans. That makes paying your loan back much easier.

You have choices. You're spoiled for choices in Texas when it comes to car title lenders. You have the freedom to choose the one with the best interest rates and repayment plans. Are you upside-down in a title loan? Have a title loan buyout Texas to lower your interest rates. With so many options in our state, you have the control.