The Capital School District is proud to offer 12 Career and Technical Education (CTE) Pathways that lead students to post-secondary success in college and career.
Middle School CTE
The Career and Technical Education (CTE) experience begins in grade 6, when students enroll in a College and Career Readiness (CCR) class that introduces them to STEM fields.
Students transition to grades 7 and 8 and explore career and technical areas including Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences (all health fields), Family and Consumer Sciences (textiles, early childhood, and culinary), Jobs for Delaware Graduates, and Project Lead the Way (PLTW). PLTW introduces students to engineering, digital communication technology, and manufacturing concepts such as pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical systems, which connect to programs offered at the high school level. This progression supports students in building strong high school and future career readiness.
High School Pathways and College Credit Opportunities
In high school, students can choose from the below CTE pathways. Pathways include opportunities for Dual Enrollment, Advanced Placement, and advanced standing with local institutions of higher education, supported by an inclusive model designed to meet the needs of all students.
CTE program offerings also include Kent County Secondary ILC and Kent County Community School.
Early Career Experience and Work-Based Learning
Students in CTE pathways have access to work-based learning opportunities that connect classroom learning to real-world careers. These experiences may include job shadows, guest speakers, mentorships, mock interviews, site visits, and immersive culminating experiences during the junior or senior year.