There are 15 Sectors in CTE (Career Technical Education) and within each Sector are different Pathways. A Pathway will have an introductory class, a concentrator course (more detail), and a capstone course (which includes community classroom, internships, high level skill development, & certifications).
Pathways at Buchanan include:
Patient Care - Focus on Sports Medicine, Athletic Training & we are currently writing an intro course Allied Health.
Production and Managerial Arts - Videography and film production
Food Service and Hospitality - Culinary Arts and Hospitality
Education - Courses developed to grow new teachers
EngineeringDesign - Introduction to Design, Honors Principals of Engineering, & Honors Engineering Design & Development
Environmental Resources - Chemistry/Environmental Engineering-Water, Honors Environmental Sustainability, & AP Environmental Studies
Pathways under construction include:
Entrepreneurship - Marketing, Business Finance, Entrepreneurship
Media and Design Arts - Digital Photography, Journalism & Production, Yearbook Publication
CTE Courses that are non-pathway
Basic Auto, Basic Woodworking & Intermediate Woodworking
CTE (Career Technical Education)
What is CTE?
Career Technical Education (CTE) provides students of all ages with the academic and technical skills, knowledge and training necessary to succeed in future careers and to become lifelong learners. In total, about 12.5 million high school and college students are enrolled in CTE across the nation. CTE prepares these learners for the world of work by introducing them to workplace competencies, and makes academic content accessible to students by providing it in a hands-on context.
What is ROP?
Regional Occupational Program (ROP) a state-funded educational program providing career preparation and guidance to meet identified educational and industry standards with some on the job training. These classes are ideal for students that are determining their career focus, seeking a career, or enhancing their current skills.
What is a CTE Pathway?
There are 15 Sectors in CTE and within each Sector are different Pathways. A Pathway will have an introductory class, a concentrator course (more detail), and a capstone course (which includes community classroom, internships, high level skill development, & certifications).
CTE Pathways at Buchanan High School
For CTE pathway selections click here.
CTE/ROP classes offered at CUSD high schools
Juniors and seniors have the option of taking CTE/ROP classes at any of the Clovis Unified high schools. Students attend CTE/ROP classes for two periods. Unfortunately, CUSD does not provide transportation to other school sites for any of the CTE/ROP classes.
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