2025-2026 High School Program of Studies -- Stamford High and Westhill High
This Program of Studies contains important information about educational opportunities available in our high schools. As you and your parent(s) review the information and course listings that appear in this guide, you should think about your strengths and interests as well as your short-term and long-term goals. The 2025-26 Program of Studies details the nearly 300 unique courses available to students attending Stamford High School and Westhill High School. The Program of Studies is a comprehensive planning guide where you can learn about graduation requirements, read course descriptions, and think about what courses and career paths pique your interest.
Please reach out to your School Counselor with any questions or to discuss your credit requirements and course selection. School Counselor emails can be accessed from the navigation on the left of this page.
Beginning in 2025-26, Stamford High and Westhill will move to a flexible high school schedule. Flexible scheduling will enable students—in collaboration with their families and school counselors—to customize a school schedule that best meets their unique academic needs and goals. For instance, schedules can be created to accelerate learning for high achievers and to provide additional academic support for struggling students. Flexible scheduling will reduce student and teacher workloads, increase the time teachers spend on classroom instruction, and increase opportunities for all students to graduate prepared for postsecondary success.
The below tabs contain all the 2025-2026 school year course offerings. All courses will run next year based upon student requests. We may not run the course if a course is not at 80% capacity.
Special Programs and Course Descriptions
- PATHWAYS SYSTEM AND CAREER CONNECTED LEARNING FOR ALL
- PRE-APPRENTICESHIP - CARPENTRY - WHS
- COOPERATIVE WORK EDUCATION
- ACADEMY OF FINANCE Intradistrict located at WESTHILL HIGH SCHOOL
- AGRISCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Interdistrict located at WESTHILL HIGH SCHOOL
- HIGH SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Intradistrict located at STAMFORD HIGH SCHOOL
- INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME Intradistrict located at STAMFORD HIGH SCHOOL
- INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE MIDDLE YEARS PROGRAMME Intradistrict located at STAMFORD HIGH SCHOOL
- JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICERS’ TRAINING CORPS Intradistrict located at WESTHILL HIGH SCHOOL
- EARLY COLLEGE STUDIES Intradistrict located at STAMFORD HIGH SCHOOL
- EDUCATORS RISING Intradistrict located at STAMFORD HIGH SCHOOL
PATHWAYS SYSTEM AND CAREER CONNECTED LEARNING FOR ALL
Stamford Public Schools has been engaged with the State of Connecticut in developing a Pathway System over the course of several years. A Pathway System is the coordinated interaction of key components – career development, pathway programs, dynamic teaching and learning, employer and community engagement, and cross-sector partnerships- designed to develop a high level of career and life readiness among youths and in schools, colleges, workforce programs and across the broader community, resulting in enhanced workforce competitiveness and community prosperity.
An integral part of the Pathway System is to engage all students in Career Connected Learning. Career Connected Learning helps students connect learning to the real world and develop the knowledge, skills, and mindset to successfully enter the adult world of work, careers, and community life.
The three components of Career Connected Learning:
Career exploration and career-relevant learning benefits all students to make better-informed choices after high school. A Pathways System approach helps embed career-connected learning across the education system.
Career Development - College & Career ReadinessWe are committed to all students being prepared to enter a career through either a 2-year or 4-year college, the military, technical school, or an industry certification or pre-apprenticeship program. We want to ensure every student has opportunities throughout the high school years to acquire knowledge, assess interests, build skills, and design a personalized pathway to postsecondary goals.
Career Connected Coursework - Career Clusters and Pathways Explained
The National Career Clusters ™ Framework is comprised of 16 Career Clusters ™ and related Career Pathways to help students explore different career options and better prepare for college and career. The Career Clusters ™ and related Career Pathways serve as an organizing tool for schools to develop career-oriented programming. Students are encouraged to identify pathways of interest that align with their future personal and professional goals and plans.
A Pathway is a program of interconnected academic and elective courses revolving around a career theme. The program is integrated with experiential learning, training, and possibly apprenticeship. It is designed to support the development of career and life readiness for the learner so that the individual can successfully enter and advance in a career path.
Stamford High School and Westhill High School are currently offering several pathways. Some are simply a sequence of different courses tied to a career field, others are academies or programs that require an application (JROTC-WHS, Agriscience-WHS, Academy of Finance-WHS, High School of Business-SHS, and Early College Studies-SHS) or meet industry standards (Pre-Apprenticeships).
Work-based LearningWork-based Learning is an umbrella term used to describe activities in which schools and employers work collaboratively to provide students with structured learning experiences. Some activities included in these experiences are: apprenticeships, job shadowing, internships, externships, mentorships, clinical experiences, worksite tours, and in-school company-based projects as well as cooperative work education. These experiences provide students with the opportunity to develop a strong connection to the world of work and provide them with a sense of purpose to their daily academics.
2025-2026 Pathway course offerings
- Business Management and Administration - SHS / WHS
- Construction Management - WHS
- Computer and Information Technology - SHS / WHS
- Culinary - SHS
- Education - SHS
- Finance - SHS / WHS
- Health Science - WHS
- Manufacturing - SHS/WHS
- Marketing - SHS/WHS
- Public Safety - SHS/WHS
- Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics (S.T.E.M.) - SHS/WHS
- Transportation Management - WHS
Business Management and Administration - SHS / WHS
Pathway Summary:
Business Management and Administration focuses on careers in planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating business functions essential to efficient and productive business operations.
Students interested in the Business Management and Administration Pathway might also be interested in the intradistrict High School of Business located at Stamford High School.
Business Management and Administration
WHS
SHS
Business Management and Administration
Pathway Summary: Business Management and Administration focuses on careers in planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating business functions essential to efficient and productive business operations. Students interested in the Business Management and Administration Pathway might also be interested in the intradistrict High School of Business located at Stamford High School. See page 53 for more information. Pathway Courses:
Other Recommended Courses:
Recommended Clubs & Organizations:
Business and Industry Partners:
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Future Careers: (4yrs of college): Compensation and benefits specialist/manager, Human resources specialist/manager, Training and development specialist/manager, Buying and purchasing agent, Compliance officer, Management analyst (2yrs of college): First-line supervisor of office & administrative support workers, First-line supervisor of non-retail sales workers, Human resource assistant, Payroll & timekeeping clerk, bookkeeping, accounting, & auditing clerk (Certification): Bookkeeping, Real Estate Agent, Travel Associate |
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM OF STUDY – BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION
The following is a suggested sequence of courses required to successfully complete this pathway.
SUBJECT |
GRADE 9 |
GRADE 10 |
GRADE 11 |
GRADE 12 |
Language Arts |
English 9 (H or CP) |
English 10 (H or CP) |
English 11 (AP, H or CP) |
English 12 (AP, ECE, H or CP) |
Social Studies |
World History (H or CP) |
US History (H or CP) |
Civics 1 / Civics 2 (H or CP) |
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AP Human Geography |
AP World History |
AP, ECE, ,IB |
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Mathematics |
Integrated Math I (H or CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus ( CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Integrated Math III(H) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Science |
Integrated Science (H, CP) |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (AP), Chemistry (AP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Other Required Courses |
First-Year Seminar |
Personal Finance - *Starting with Class of 2027 |
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Civics: One half credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Health: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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Physical Education: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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World Language: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Fine Arts: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Pathway Courses |
Pathway Level One (see below) |
Pathway Level Two (see below) |
Pathway Level Three (see below) |
Pathway Level Four (see below) |
Additional Recommended Electives |
Information Technology |
Information Technology and Design |
Entrepreneurship |
Entrepreneurship Business Exploration |
PATHWAY COURSES Students entering the pathway for the first time begin by enrolling in the Level One course. |
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Level One (9th grade) |
Level Two (10th grade) |
Level Three (11th grade) |
Level Four (12th grade) |
Business Concepts Career Pathways & Success Skills |
Personal Finance |
IB Business Management 1 (SHS) Business Law |
IB Business Management 2 (SHS) Accounting 1 |
COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHS |
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Industry Certifications |
Associate’s Degrees |
Bachelor’s Degrees |
Accounting Assistant Accounting Technician Business Skills Business Administration Human Resources Management Non-Profit Management |
Business |
Business Administration Business Data Analytics Management Supply Chain Management Human Resources Management |
Construction Management - WHS
Construction Management
Pathway Summary: Construction Management focuses on careers in designing, planning, managing, building, and maintaining the built environment. The offered courses center around the most widely used construction and manufacturing materials. Through a series of projects and problem-solving activities, students are exposed to the techniques and processes common to designing and finishing construction products. Students will design, plan, identify, and solve problems, and build prototypes. Students use electrical and mechanical equipment to build solutions to technical problems. Upon completion of the courses, students earn the equivalent credit of a first-year carpenter apprenticeship as well as high school credit and have the opportunity to continue in their apprenticeship or pursue any related 2-year or 4-year degree. For more information about the Pre-Apprenticeship see page 39. Pathway Courses:
Business and Industry Partners:
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Future Careers: (4yrs of college): Architect, Civil Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Construction Management, Landscape Architect (2yrs of college): Architectural & Civil Drafter, Surveyor, Cost Estimator, Energy Auditor, First-Line Supervisor of Mechanics & Installers, Electrical Power-Line Installer & Repairer, Construction Management (Certification): Journeyman Carpenter, Carpenter Foreman, Field Super Manager, Project Superintendent, Estimator, Project Manager |
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM OF STUDY – CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
The following is a suggested sequence of courses required to successfully complete this pathway.
SUBJECT |
GRADE 9 |
GRADE 10 |
GRADE 11 |
GRADE 12 |
Language Arts |
English 9 (H or CP) |
English 10 (H or CP) |
English 11 (AP, H or CP) |
English 12 (AP, ECE, H or CP) |
Social Studies |
World History (H or CP) |
US History (H or CP) |
Civics 1 / Civics 2 (H or CP) |
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AP Human Geography |
AP World History |
AP, ECE, ,IB |
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Mathematics |
Integrated Math I (H or CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus ( CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Integrated Math III(H) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Science |
Integrated Science (H, or CP) |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (AP), Chemistry (AP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Other Required Courses |
First-Year Seminar |
Personal Finance - *Starting with Class of 2027 |
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Civics: One half credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Health: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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Physical Education: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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World Language: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Fine Arts: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Pathway Courses |
Pathway Level One (see below) |
Pathway Level Two (see below) |
Pathway Level Three (see below) |
Pathway Level Four (see below) |
Additional Recommended Electives |
PATHWAY COURSES Students entering the pathway for the first time begin by enrolling in the Level One course. |
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Level One (9th grade) |
Level Two (10th grade) |
Level Three (11th grade) |
Level Four (12th grade) |
Woodworking |
General Construction - Emerging Technologies - carpenter pre-apprenticeship |
COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHS |
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Industry Certifications |
Associate’s Degrees |
Bachelor’s Degrees |
Construction Carpentry Electrician Pipefitter & Steamfitter |
Energy Technician HVACR / Maintenance Architectural Technology Geographic Information Systems |
Construction Management Civil Engineering Architecture |
Computer and Information Technology - SHS / WHS
Computer Science & Technology
Pathway Summary: Information Technology focuses on building linkages in information technology occupations for entry-level, technical, and professional careers related to the design, development, support, and management of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration services. Students interested in the Information Technology pathway may be interested in the Early College Studies Program at SHS (see page 81). Students can also be part of the Computer Science Pathway at WHS that provides a special recognition on a student’s transcript based on achievement in computer science-based coursework. (see courses marked with a *). Pathway Courses:
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For WHS Computer Science Pathway: Concentration in Computer Science with Honors
Concentration in Computer Science
Recommended Clubs & Organizations:
Business and Industry Partners:
Education Future Careers: (4yrs of college): Computer systems analyst, Information security analyst, Computer network architect, Network and computer systems administrator, Database administrator and architect, Computer programmer, Software developer, Web Developer (2yrs of college): Computer network support specialists, Field Service Technicians, Technical Support Specialists (Certification): Database administrator, IT specialist, Tech support specialist, Help desk technician, IT assistant, Data technician, |
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM OF STUDY – COMPUTER AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
The following is a suggested sequence of courses required to successfully complete this pathway.
SUBJECT |
GRADE 9 |
GRADE 10 |
GRADE 11 |
GRADE 12 |
Language Arts |
English 9 (H or CP) |
English 10 (H or CP) |
English 11 (AP, H or CP) |
English 12 (AP, ECE, H or CP) |
Social Studies |
World History (H or CP) |
US History (H or CP) |
Civics 1 / Civics 2 (H or CP) |
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AP Human Geography |
AP World History |
AP, ECE, ,IB |
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Mathematics |
Integrated Math I (H or CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus ( CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Integrated Math III(H) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Science |
Integrated Science (H or CP) |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (AP), Chemistry (AP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Other Required Courses |
First-Year Seminar |
Personal Finance - *Starting with Class of 2027 |
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Civics: One half credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Health: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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Physical Education: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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World Language: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Fine Arts: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Pathway Courses |
Pathway Level One (see below) |
Pathway Level Two (see below) |
Pathway Level Three (see below) |
Pathway Level Four (see below) |
Additional Recommended Electives |
Python (WHS) |
Introduction to Robotics CP/Honors Cybersecurity (WHS) Honors Data Science (WHS) |
Introduction to Robotics CP/Honors Cybersecurity (WHS) Honors Data Science (WHS) |
Introduction to Robotics CP/Honors Cybersecurity (WHS) Honors Data Science (WHS) |
PATHWAY COURSES Students entering the pathway for the first time begin by enrolling in the Level One course. |
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Level One (9th grade) |
Level Two (10th grade) |
Level Three (11th grade) |
Level Four (12th grade) |
Introduction to Computer Science Introduction to Game Design |
Introduction to Web Development and Design CT State Web Development and Design (SHS) |
AP Computer Science Principles CT State Database Development 1 (SHS) |
AP Computer Science A (WHS) CT State Introduction to Programming (SHS) |
COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHS |
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Industry Certifications |
Associate’s Degrees |
Bachelor’s Degrees |
IT Support Data Analytics UX Design |
Computer Information Technology Computer Networking |
Computer Engineering Computer Science Computer Information Systems |
Culinary - SHS
Culinary
Pathway Summary: The pathway gives the students an opportunity to learn the basics of professional restaurant food production and hospitality through project-based food practicums. The daily living and career benefits of developing culinary skills are emphasized. Students are exposed to advanced culinary techniques, restaurant equipment, and operating procedures of restaurants and Institutions. Students are offered the opportunity to compete regionally and nationally. Pathway Courses:
Additional Recommended Courses:
Recommended Clubs & Organizations:
Business and Industry Partners:
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Future Careers: (4yrs of college): Agricultural Engineer, Baking & Pastry Chef, Dietitian & Nutritionist, Executive Chef, Culinary Teacher, Food scientist, Kitchen Designer, Restaurant Manager, Sous Chef, Hotel General Manager (2yrs of college): Caterer, Cook, Fitness trainer, Food photographer, Food taster, Food writer, Hospitality Management, Tourism, Event planner, Mixologist, server, Quality Assurance Specialist, Personal chef, Cake designer/decorator, Food Safety Certification (Certification): Culinary Arts and Food Services, Professional Baker, Cottage Food Operator (CFO) |
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM OF STUDY – CULINARY
The following is a suggested sequence of courses required to successfully complete this pathway.
SUBJECT |
GRADE 9 |
GRADE 10 |
GRADE 11 |
GRADE 12 |
Language Arts |
English 9 (H or CP) |
English 10 (H or CP) |
English 11 (AP, H or CP) |
English 12 (AP, ECE, H or CP) |
Social Studies |
World History (H or CP) |
US History (H or CP) |
Civics 1 / Civics 2 (H or CP) |
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AP Human Geography |
AP World History |
AP, ECE, ,IB |
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Mathematics |
Integrated Math I (H or CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus ( CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Integrated Math III(H) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Science |
Integrated Science (H, or CP) |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (AP), Chemistry (AP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Other Required Courses |
First-Year Seminar |
Personal Finance - *Starting with Class of 2027 |
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Civics: One half credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Health: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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Physical Education: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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World Language: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Fine Arts: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Pathway Courses |
Pathway Level One (see below) |
Pathway Level Two (see below) |
Pathway Level Three (see below) |
Pathway Level Four (see below) |
Additional Recommended Electives |
Business Concepts |
Photography 1 |
Photography 2 |
PATHWAY COURSES Students entering the pathway for the first time begin by enrolling in the Level One course. |
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Level One (9th grade) |
Level Two (10th grade) |
Level Three (11th grade) |
Level Four (12th grade) |
Introduction to Culinary Arts |
Baking and Pastry |
Global Foods |
COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHS |
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Industry Certifications |
Associate’s Degrees |
Bachelor’s Degrees |
Culinary Arts and Food Services Professional Baker Cottage Food Operator (CFO) |
Baking and Pastry Arts Culinary Arts Nutrition and Dietetics |
Hospitality and Tourism Nutritional Sciences Dietetics Culinary Arts & Food Service Management Baking and Pastry Arts |
Education - SHS
Education
Pathway Summary: The education pathway is intended for those who wish to serve as mentors and educators to students of all ages. In this pathway, students will learn how to provide education and training related to learning and provide support services to a variety of learners. Students will learn how to use subject matter knowledge to plan and prepare effective instruction. Students interested in the Education Pathway might also be interested in the intradistrict Educators Rising program located at Stamford High School. See page 85 for more information. Pathway Courses:
Additional Recommended Courses:
Recommended Clubs & Organizations:
Business and Industry Partners:
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Future Careers: (4yrs of college): Early Childhood Education, Elementary School Teacher, Secondary School Teacher (biology, chemistry, physics, general science, world language, English, mathematics, history/social studies, career/technical, Medical Field), Special Education Teacher, Art Education Teacher, Physical Education Teacher (Certification): Early Childhood Education, Paraeducator, Teacher Assistant, Home Child Care, Library Technical Assistant Note: The Connecticut State Department of Education requires those pursuing certification in secondary education to complete a postsecondary program which includes professional education courses as well as courses in a subject area major. Students interested in becoming a teacher should enroll in as many advanced courses in their desired teaching area while in high school in order to better prepare for post-secondary studies. Students who wish to become elementary school teachers should also enroll in advanced core courses in science, language arts, mathematics, and social studies. |
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM OF STUDY – EDUCATION
The following is a suggested sequence of courses required to successfully complete this pathway.
SUBJECT |
GRADE 9 |
GRADE 10 |
GRADE 11 |
GRADE 12 |
Language Arts |
English 9 (H or CP) |
English 10 (H or CP) |
English 11 (AP, H or CP) |
English 12 (AP, ECE, H or CP) |
Social Studies |
World History (H or CP) |
US History (H or CP) |
Civics 1 / Civics 2 (H or CP) |
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AP Human Geography |
AP World History |
AP, ECE, ,IB |
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Mathematics |
Integrated Math I (H or CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus ( CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Integrated Math III(H) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Science |
Integrated Science (H, or CP) |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (AP), Chemistry (AP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Other Required Courses |
First-Year Seminar |
Personal Finance - *Starting with Class of 2027 |
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Civics: One half credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Health: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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Physical Education: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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World Language: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Fine Arts: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Pathway Courses |
Pathway Level One (see below) |
Pathway Level Two (see below) |
Pathway Level Three (see below) |
Pathway Level Four (see below) |
Additional Recommended Electives |
Child Development |
UConn ECE Human Development & Family Science |
PATHWAY COURSES Students entering the pathway for the first time begin by enrolling in the Level One course. |
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Level One (9th grade) |
Level Two (10th grade) |
Level Three (11th grade) |
Level Four (12th grade) |
Honors Rising Educators 1 |
Honors Rising Educators 2 UConn ECE If You Love It, Teach It |
COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHS |
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Industry Certifications |
Associate’s Degrees |
Bachelor’s Degrees |
Master’s Degrees |
Early Childhood Education Paraeducator Teacher Assistant Home Child Care Library Technical Assistant |
Early Childhood Education Elementary Education Secondary Education (biology, chemistry, physics, general science, world language, English, mathematics, history/social studies, career/technical) Special Education Art Education Physical Education |
Education administrator |
Finance - SHS / WHS
Finance
Pathway Summary: Finance focuses on services for financial and investment planning, banking, insurance, and business financial management. Students interested in the Finance Pathway might also be interested in the intradistrict Academy of Finance located at Westhill High School. See page 42 for more information. Pathway Courses:
Additional Recommended Courses:
Recommended Clubs & Organizations:
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Future Careers: (4yrs of college): Financial Manager, Accountants and auditors, Budget Analyst, Credit Analyst, Personal financial advisor, Insurance underwriter, Financial examiner, Credit counselor, Loan Officer, Financial and investment analyst, Securities, commodities, and financial services sales agent (Certification): Accounting Assistant, Accounting Technician, Bookkeeper Business and Industry Partners: Fintron |
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM OF STUDY – FINANCE
The following is a suggested sequence of courses required to successfully complete this pathway.
SUBJECT |
GRADE 9 |
GRADE 10 |
GRADE 11 |
GRADE 12 |
Language Arts |
English 9 (H or CP) |
English 10 (H or CP) |
English 11 (AP, H or CP) |
English 12 (AP, ECE, H or CP) |
Social Studies |
World History (H or CP) |
US History (H or CP) |
Civics 1 / Civics 2 (H or CP) |
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AP Human Geography |
AP World History |
AP, ECE, ,IB |
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Mathematics |
Integrated Math I (H or CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus ( CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Integrated Math III(H) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Science |
Integrated Science (H, or CP) |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (AP), Chemistry (AP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Other Required Courses |
First-Year Seminar |
Personal Finance - *Starting with Class of 2027 |
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Civics: One half credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Health: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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Physical Education: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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World Language: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Fine Arts: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Pathway Courses |
Pathway Level One (see below) |
Pathway Level Two (see below) |
Pathway Level Three (see below) |
Pathway Level Four (see below) |
Additional Recommended Electives |
Information Technology Business Explorations |
Information Technology and Design |
Business Law Entrepreneurship |
Business Law Entrepreneurship |
PATHWAY COURSES* Students entering the pathway for the first time begin by enrolling in the Level One course. |
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Level One (9th grade) |
Level Two (10th grade) |
Level Three (11th grade) |
Level Four (12th grade) |
Business Concepts Career Pathways & Success Skills |
Personal Finance Introduction to Stocks and Investments |
Accounting 1 |
Accounting 2 (SHS) Advanced Principles of Accounting (WHS) |
*for students interested in a finance pathway through the Academy of Finance (WHS) please see page 133 |
COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHS |
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Industry Certifications |
Associate’s Degrees |
Bachelor’s Degrees |
Accounting Assistant Accounting Technician Business Skills Bookkeeping |
Business Finance |
Accounting Economics Finance Business Data Analytics Management Supply Chain Management |
Health Science - WHS
Healthcare
Pathway Summary: Healthcare focuses on planning, managing, and providing therapeutic services, diagnostic services, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development. Stamford Public Schools is partnering with Excel Academy to offer the CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant course including clinical hours outside of school hours to give students the opportunity to acquire this professional certification during high school. Pathway Courses:
Additional Recommended Courses:
Recommended Clubs & Organizations:
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Future Careers: (4yrs of college): Medical and health services managers, Emergency Management directors, Dietitians, Nutritionist, Recreational Therapist, Exercise physiologist, Registered nurse, Athletic trainer (2yrs of college): Registered Nurse, Dental Hygienist, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Respiratory Therapist, Radiography, Medical Laboratory Technician, Pharmacy and Surgical Technician (Certification): Emergency medical technician, Paramedic, Psychiatric technician, Surgical technologist, Ophthalmic medical technician, Licensed practical nurse, certified nursing assistant, Dental assistant, Medical assistant, Phlebotomist, EKG Technician, Homemaker Companion, Medical Billing Professional, Medical Coding Specialist, Medical Coding Professional, Patient Care Technician, Physical Therapy Aide |
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM OF STUDY – HEALTHCARE
The following is a suggested sequence of courses required to successfully complete this pathway.
SUBJECT |
GRADE 9 |
GRADE 10 |
GRADE 11 |
GRADE 12 |
Language Arts |
English 9 (H or CP) |
English 10 (H or CP) |
English 11 (AP, H or CP) |
English 12 (AP, ECE, H or CP) |
Social Studies |
World History (H or CP) |
US History (H or CP) |
Civics 1 / Civics 2 (H or CP) |
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AP Human Geography |
AP World History |
AP, ECE, ,IB |
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Mathematics |
Integrated Math I (H or CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus ( CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Integrated Math III(H) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Science |
Integrated Science (H, or CP) |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (AP), Chemistry (AP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Other Required Courses |
First-Year Seminar |
Personal Finance - *Starting with Class of 2027 |
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Civics: One half credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Health: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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Physical Education: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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World Language: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Fine Arts: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Pathway Courses |
Pathway Level One (see below) |
Pathway Level Two (see below) |
Pathway Level Three (see below) |
Pathway Level Four (see below) |
Additional Recommended Electives |
Human Physiology Sports Medicine |
Human Physiology Sports Medicine |
PATHWAY COURSES Students entering the pathway for the first time begin by enrolling in the Level One course. |
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Level One |
Level Two |
Level Three |
Level Four |
Introduction to Healthcare Occupations |
Medical Terminology and Skills CNA- Certified Nursing Assistant |
COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHS |
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Industry Certifications |
Associate’s Degrees |
Bachelor’s Degrees |
Master’s Degrees |
Emergency medical technician Paramedic Ophthalmic medical technician Licensed practical nurse Certified nursing assistant Dental assistant Medical assistant Phlebotomist |
Registered Nurse Dental Hygienist Occupational Therapy Assistant Physical Therapy Assistant Respiratory Therapy Radiography Medical Laboratory Technician |
Medical and health services management Emergency management Dietitian Nutrition Recreational therapy Exercise physiology Registered nurse Athletic Trainer |
Physician Assistant Occupational therapy Speech-language pathology Nurse anesthetist Nurse practitioner Acupuncture |
Manufacturing - SHS/WHS
Manufacturing
Pathway Summary: The Manufacturing Pathway focuses on planning, managing, and performing materials processing into intermediate or final products and related professional and technical support activities such as production planning and control, maintenance and manufacturing, and process engineering. Through real-world project-based instruction, students will build valuable life and industry-specific skills that will set them above their competition during employment-seeking and/or post-secondary education in the competitive world of manufacturing. Students will learn programs like TinkerCad, Fusion 360, OnShape, and SolidWorks. Students will have access to 3D printers, CNC machines, and laser technology and design, prototype, and improve on student-led hands-on products. Students can receive 5 college credits from CT State Housatonic in Benchwork and Blueprint Reading. Pathway Courses:
Additional Recommended Courses:
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Recommended Clubs & Organizations:
Future Careers: (4yrs of college): Industrial Engineers, Material Scientists, Manufacturing Managers (2yrs of college) Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Machine Technology (Short-term training, apprenticeship, on-the-job training): CNC Machine Tool Operators, Industrial Machinery Mechanics, Machinists, Maintenance and Repair Workers, Welders |
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM OF STUDY – MANUFACTURING
The following is a suggested sequence of courses required to successfully complete this pathway.
SUBJECT |
GRADE 9 |
GRADE 10 |
GRADE 11 |
GRADE 12 |
Language Arts |
English 9 (H or CP) |
English 10 (H or CP) |
English 11 (AP, H or CP) |
English 1 2 (AP, ECE, H or CP) |
Social Studies |
World History (H or CP) |
US History (H or CP) |
Civics 1 / Civics 2 (H or CP) |
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AP Human Geography |
AP World History |
AP, ECE, ,IB |
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Mathematics |
Integrated Math I (H or CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus ( CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Integrated Math III(H) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Science |
Integrated Science (H, CP) |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (AP), Chemistry (AP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Other Required Courses |
Personal Finance - *Starting with Class of 2027 |
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Civics: One half credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Health: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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Physical Education: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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World Language: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Fine Arts: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Pathway Courses |
Pathway Level One (see below) |
Pathway Level Two (see below) |
Pathway Level Three (see below) |
Pathway Level Four (see below) |
Additional Recommended Electives |
Power and Mechanics (WHS) |
PATHWAY COURSES Students entering the pathway for the first time begin by enrolling in the Level One course. |
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Level One (9th grade) |
Level Two (10th grade) |
Level Three (11th grade) |
Level Four (12th grade) |
Introduction to Manufacturing |
Blueprint Reading (WHS) Benchwork (WHS) |
Advanced Additive/ Subtractive Manufacturing (WHS) |
COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHS |
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Industry Certifications |
Associate’s Degrees |
Bachelor’s Degrees |
Manufacturing Machine Technology Advanced Welding Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) |
Manufacturing Engineering Technology Manufacturing Machine Technology |
Manufacturing Engineering Technology Manufacturing Management Mechanical Engineering & Material Science Robotics & Mechatronics Engineering |
Marketing - SHS/WHS
Marketing
Pathway Summary: Careers in planning, managing and performing marketing activities to reach organizational objectives, including research and development. Pathway Courses:
Additional Recommended Courses:
Recommended Clubs & Organizations:
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Future Careers: (4yrs of college): Marketing Research Analysis and Marketing Specialists, Marketing managers, Public Relations and Fundraising Managers, Public Relations Specialist |
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM OF STUDY – MARKETING
The following is a suggested sequence of courses required to successfully complete this pathway.
SUBJECT |
GRADE 9 |
GRADE 10 |
GRADE 11 |
GRADE 12 |
Language Arts |
English 9 (H or CP) |
English 10 (H or CP) |
English 11 (AP, H or CP) |
English 12 (AP, ECE, H or CP) |
Social Studies |
World History (H or CP) |
US History (H or CP) |
Civics 1 / Civics 2 (H or CP) |
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AP Human Geography |
AP World History |
AP, ECE, ,IB |
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Mathematics |
Integrated Math I (H or CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus ( CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Integrated Math III(H) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Science |
Integrated Science (H, or CP) |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (AP), Chemistry (AP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Other Required Courses |
Personal Finance - *Starting with Class of 2027 |
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Civics: One half credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Health: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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Physical Education: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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World Language: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Fine Arts: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Pathway Courses |
Pathway Level One (see below) |
Pathway Level Two (see below) |
Pathway Level Three (see below) |
Pathway Level Four (see below) |
Additional Recommended Electives |
Career Pathways Information Technology |
Information Technology and Design |
Business Law Personal Finance |
Business Law Personal Finance |
PATHWAY COURSES Students entering the pathway for the first time begin by enrolling in the Level One course. |
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Level One (9th grade) |
Level Two (10th grade) |
Level Three (11th grade) |
Level Four (12th grade) |
Business Concepts |
Marketing in the 21st Century Entrepreneurship |
Marketing in the 21st Century Entrepreneurship |
Marketing Education 2 (SHS) Sports Entertainment Management and Marketing |
COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHS |
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Industry Certifications |
Associate’s Degrees |
Bachelor’s Degrees |
Advertising and Promotion Manager Marketing Manager Sales Manager Public Relations and Fundraising Manager Market research analyst |
Public Safety - SHS/WHS
Public Safety
Pathway Summary: The Public Safety pathway prepares students with a broad-based foundational knowledge in careers that involve public safety. The educational foundation will assist students who wish to pursue related professional training at the postsecondary level. Students will gain experience through classroom instruction, hands-on training, and workplace learning in the field.
Pathway Courses:
Recommended Clubs & Organizations:
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Future Careers: (4yrs of college): Arbitrators, Forensic science technicians, Probation officers and correctional treatment specialist (Certification): Court reporters and simultaneous captioners, Emergency medical technicians, Fire inspectors and investigators, Firefighters, Paralegals and legal assistants (High School Diploma): Animal control workers, crossing guards and flaggers, customs and border protection officers, forest fire inspectors and prevention specialists, Lifeguards, and other recreational protective service workers, Police and sheriff’s patrol officers, Private detectives and investigators, Public safety telecommunications, Security guards |
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM OF STUDY – PUBLIC SAFETY
The following is a suggested sequence of courses required to successfully complete this pathway.
SUBJECT |
GRADE 9 |
GRADE 10 |
GRADE 11 |
GRADE 12 |
Language Arts |
English 9 (H or CP) |
English 10 (H or CP) |
English 11 (AP, H or CP) |
English 12 (AP, ECE, H or CP) |
Social Studies |
World History (H or CP) |
US History (H or CP) |
Civics 1 / Civics 2 (H or CP) |
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AP Human Geography |
AP World History |
AP, ECE, ,IB |
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Mathematics |
Integrated Math I (H or CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus ( CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Integrated Math III(H) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Science |
Integrated Science (H, CP) |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (AP), Chemistry (AP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Other Required Courses |
Personal Finance - *Starting with Class of 2027 |
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Civics: One half credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Health: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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Physical Education: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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World Language: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Fine Arts: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Pathway Courses |
Pathway Level One (see below) |
Pathway Level Two (see below) |
Pathway Level Three (see below) |
Pathway Level Four (see below) |
Additional Recommended Electives |
Introduction to Healthcare Occupations |
Medical terminology and Skills |
PATHWAY COURSES Students entering the pathway for the first time begin by enrolling in the Level One course. |
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Level One (9th grade) |
Level Two (10th grade) |
Level Three (11th grade) |
Level Four (12th grade) |
Intro to Public Safety |
EMS Explorer 1 and 2 |
COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHS |
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Industry Certifications |
Associate’s Degrees |
Bachelor’s Degrees |
Security Guard Emergency Medical Technician Cybersecurity Firefighter 1 & 2 |
Criminal Justice Cybersecurity Forensics Law Enforcement Fire Technology and Administration Paramedic Studies |
Fire Protection Engineering Forensic Science Forensic Psychology Homeland Security & Emergency Mgt. |
Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics (S.T.E.M.) - SHS/WHS
Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics (S.T.E.M.)
Pathway Summary: STEM focuses on planning, managing, and providing scientific research and professional and technical services (e.g., physical science, social science, engineering) including laboratory and testing services, and reach and development services. Pathway Courses:
Additional Recommended Courses:
Recommended Clubs & Organizations:
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Future Careers: (4yrs of college): Engineering (Aerospace, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Transportation, Nuclear, Environmental, Biomedical, Chemical, Nuclear, Computer, Software, Industrial, Materials), Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Physicist, Chemist, Computer Scientist (2yrs of college): Web Developers, Computer user support specialists, Geological and petroleum technicians, Environmental engineering technicians, Computer network support specialists, Civil engineering technicians, aerospace engineering and operations technicians (Certification): Help Desk Technician, Mechatronics Automation Technician, Smartphone App Development, Web Developer, Field Service Technicians, Technical Support Specialists |
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM OF STUDY – SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, MATHEMATICS
The following is a suggested sequence of courses required to successfully complete this pathway.
SUBJECT |
GRADE 9 |
GRADE 10 |
GRADE 11 |
GRADE 12 |
Language Arts |
English 9 (H or CP) |
English 10 (H or CP) |
English 11 (AP, H or CP) |
English 12 (AP, ECE, H or CP) |
Social Studies |
World History (H or CP) |
US History (H or CP) |
Civics 1 / Civics 2 (H or CP) |
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AP Human Geography |
AP World History |
AP, ECE, ,IB |
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Mathematics |
Integrated Math I (H or CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus ( CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Integrated Math III(H) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Science |
Integrated Science (H, CP) |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (AP), Chemistry (AP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Other Required Courses |
Personal Finance - *Starting with Class of 2027 |
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Civics: One half credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Health: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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Physical Education: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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World Language: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Fine Arts: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Pathway Courses |
Pathway Level One |
Pathway Level Two |
Pathway Level Three |
Pathway Level Four |
Additional Recommended Electives |
AP Computer Science Principles |
CT State Introduction to Programming (SHS) AP Computer Science A (WHS) |
PATHWAY COURSES Students entering the pathway for the first time begin by enrolling in the Level One course. |
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Level One (9th grade) |
Level Two (10th grade) |
Level Three (11th grade) |
Level Four (12th grade) |
Introduction to Computer Science |
Introduction to Robotics |
Robotics 2 (WHS) |
COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHS |
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Industry Certifications |
Associate’s Degrees |
Bachelor’s Degrees |
Help Desk Technician Mechatronics Automation Technician Smartphone App Development Web Developer IT Support Data Analytics UX Design Android Development |
Engineering Science Transfer Ticket Technology Studies Transfer Ticket Computer Science Software Engineering Mobile Programming Web Development and Design |
Engineering:
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Transportation Management - WHS
Transportation Management
Pathway Summary: The transportation management pathway focuses on the planning, management, and movement of people, materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail, and water and related professional support services such as transportation infrastructure planning and management, logistics services, mobile equipment, and facility maintenance. Pathway Courses:
Recommended Clubs & Organizations:
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Future Careers: (4yrs of college): Engineering (Civil, Computer, Mechanical, Electrical, Transportation, Aerospace, Materials Science, Manufacturing) (2yrs of college): Aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians, Civil engineering technologists and technicians, Electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians, Electro-mechanical and mechatronics technologists and technicians, Industrial engineering technologists and technicians, Mechanical engineering technologists and technicians (Certification): Aircraft mechanics and service technicians, Automotive mechanics and service technicians, Motorcycle mechanics, Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers, Wind turbine service technician |
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM OF STUDY – TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
The following is a suggested sequence of courses required to successfully complete this pathway.
SUBJECT |
GRADE 9 |
GRADE 10 |
GRADE 11 |
GRADE 12 |
Language Arts |
English 9 (H or CP) |
English 10 (H or CP) |
English 11 (AP, H or CP) |
English 12 (AP, ECE, H or CP) |
Social Studies |
World History (H or CP) |
US History (H or CP) |
Civics 1 / Civics 2 (H or CP) |
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AP Human Geography |
AP World History |
AP, ECE, , IB |
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Mathematics |
Integrated Math I (H or CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus ( CP) |
Integrated Math II (H or CP) |
Integrated Math III (H or CP) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Integrated Math III(H) |
Pre-Calculus (CP) |
Calculus (AP, CP) Statistics (AP) |
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Science |
Integrated Science (H, CP) |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (H, CP), Chemistry (H, CP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Biology (AP), Chemistry (AP), Physics (AP, H or CP) or any elective |
Other Required Courses |
First-Year Seminar |
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Personal Finance - *Starting with Class of 2027 |
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Civics: One half credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Health: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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Physical Education: One credit typically during Grades 9 & 10 |
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World Language: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Fine Arts: One credit at any time during Grades 9-12 |
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Pathway Courses |
Pathway Level One |
Pathway Level Two |
Pathway Level Three |
Pathway Level Four |
Additional Recommended Electives |
Business Concepts |
Marketing |
International Business |
PATHWAY COURSES Students entering the pathway for the first time begin by enrolling in the Level One course. |
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Level One |
Level Two |
Level Three |
Level Four |
Introduction to Automobiles |
Power and Mechanics |
COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHS |
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Industry Certifications |
Associate’s Degrees |
Bachelor’s Degrees |
Aircraft mechanics and service technicians Automotive mechanics and service technicians Motorcycle mechanic Heating, air conditioning, and |
Aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians Civil engineering technologists and technicians Electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians Electro-mechanical and mechatronics technologists and technicians |
Engineering:
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PRE-APPRENTICESHIP - CARPENTRY - WHS
Stamford Public Schools, in partnership with the North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Fund, offers seniors who enroll in the General Construction - Emerging Technologies class the opportunity to earn credentials equating to the first year of a 4 year carpenter apprenticeship. The Pre-Apprenticeship includes the following:
- Host visits to the carpenters' training centers (Woodshop Fridays).
- Provide instruction and training to prepare participants to enter the Carpenters Registered Apprenticeship Program.
- Involve employer and union partners in assessing applicants, delivering training, and placing qualified graduates in industry-related employment and the carpenter union apprenticeship.
- Provide feedback on program components to ensure the needs of participants and align with industry standards.
- Students will receive the necessary tools for the first year, drug test fees, state registration fees, and union initiation fees.
- Students who meet eligibility requirements can transition into this program's work-based (co-op) portion. The student will be able to work with one of the partner contractors as a 1-year apprentice at a rate of 45% of the journeyman wage as part of the Apprenticeship Program.
- Upon graduation from High School and this program (both classes) and a skill based assessment, the apprentice will be granted 1000 hours or (1-year credit) towards their 4-year Apprenticeship. This will amount to a participant earning an advancement up to a 2nd-year Apprentice, as specified in the Articulation Agreement, and command a wage of $21.75 and fringe benefits valued at $16.41 for a total compensation rate of $38.16 an hour. The subsequent Adjustment is anticipated for May 4th, 2025.
2025-2026 school year course offerings
**All courses will run next year based upon student requests. We may not run the course if a course is not at 80% capacity.
1190 - Woodworking |
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