Location

Saint Paul, Minnesota

Grade Levels

  • 9-12

Learning Models

  • Personalized Learning
  • Real World Learning

Governance

Public

School Website

Grades Served: 9-12
Students Served: Unknown

About

St. Paul Public Schools. SPPS provides many different avenues for students to gain real world and work-based learning skills via asynchronous, virtual and in-person opportunities

The Districtwide Career Pathway Program in Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS), located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, provides high school students with comprehensive career-focused learning experiences designed to prepare them for success in college, careers, and life. The program connects students with high-demand industries, offering hands-on opportunities to explore career options while gaining relevant skills and certifications.

The Career Pathway Program includes several focused pathways aligned with workforce needs and student interests:

  • Business and Entrepreneurship
  • Health and Medicine
  • Construction and Design
  • Information Technology and Digital Media
  • Transportation and Advanced Manufacturing

Through these pathways, students participate in real-world learning experiences such as internships, job shadowing, and mentorships with local businesses and industry partners. These experiences allow students to apply their academic knowledge in professional settings, gaining valuable insights and building networks in their chosen fields.

The program integrates academic coursework with technical education, allowing students to earn dual credits, industry-recognized certifications, or credentials while completing their high school education. With a focus on equity and access, SPPS ensures that students from all backgrounds have the opportunity to engage in these transformative learning experiences.

The Career Pathway Program is part of SPPS’s commitment to providing personalized, innovative, and career-focused education that equips students with the skills and confidence to succeed in an evolving economy.

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