Create a Pathway of Classes Through High School Focused on a Specific Career
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Middle school and high school counselors are available to discuss a customized list of classes for students who express interest in a particular field of study, including Health Sciences, Human Services, Business, Agriculture, Arts, Communications, Technology and Engineering.
Many of these opportunities involve partnerships with employers, community partners, and colleges for internships and additional learning – and some may include the opportunity to earn free college credits.
Additionally, the following SPPS programs, classes and pathways are available for field-specific learning:
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Career and Technical Education
The Career and Technical Education program offers field-specific classes held at various SPPS high schools -- sometimes including industry certification and transferrable college credits.
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Banking and Finance
Students (Grades 9-12) interested in banking or finance might consider Como Park Senior High School’s Academy of Finance (AOF).
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Technology
Students (Grades 9-12) interested in technology might consider Humboldt High School’s Academy of Information Technology.
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Arts
Students (Grades 9-12) interested in the arts might consider Creative Arts Secondary School, which provides a unique learning experience through performing arts, visual and media arts, technical arts and literary arts.
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Aviation
Students (Grades 9-12) interested in aviation might consider Johnson High School's Aerospace and Engineering Academy that prepares students in math, science, engineering and technology.
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Engineering
Students (Grades 9-12) interested in engineering might consider taking courses in Project Lead the Way available at Highland, Harding, Washington, Open World Learning, Johnson.
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Construction
Students (Grades 9-12) interested in construction careers might consider the Central High School Construction Pathway.
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Welding
Students (Grades 9-12) interested in welding careers might consider attending Humboldt High School where they can experience both virtual welding and actual welding.
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Automotive Industry
Students (Grades 10-12 from any high school) who want to learn about the automotive industry can attend the Saint Paul High School Automotive Center at no cost.
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Health Science, Communications and Business
Qualifying students (Grades 10-12) interested in the health science, communications or business fields may earn college credits in the Career Pathways Academy.
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