COLLEGE & CAREER PATHWAYS

Our Career Technical Education (CTE) program gives students real-world skills and college credit opportunities - starting in high school.

Our pathways empower students to turn their passions into paychecks and their dreams into careers. We offer industry-linked programs, real-world experience, and expert guidance - all designed to launch students toward college, trade, or tech success.

What to Expect in CTE Classes

Hands-on learning connected to real industries

Classes may include internships, job site visits, and technical training

Led by highly qualified teachers with real-world experience

Focus on professionalism, safety, and technology

What Students Gain

By graduation, LPS CTE students are:

Career Ready – With a plan, skills, and confidence
Technically Skilled – Trained with tools used in today’s workforce
Professionally Prepared – With a digital portfolio and industry experience
Educationally Equipped – Ready for college or trade programs
Civically Engaged – Leaders in their communities

CTE Course Levels

CTE classes follow a clear sequence to build student skills step-by-step:

Introductory Courses (Intro): Entry-level classes that introduce students to a career field and build foundational knowledge

Concentrator Courses (Con): Intermediate classes that dive deeper into a specific career pathway

Capstone Courses (Cap): The final and most advanced course in a pathway, preparing students to apply what they’ve learned in real-world settings

Degrees & Certifications

As students complete CTE coursework, they may earn:

CP – Certificate of Proficiency
CA – Certificate of Achievement
AA – Associate of Arts
AS – Associate of Science

College-Approved Courses
Most CTE classes at LPS count toward the “A-G” requirements for University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) admissions—and are also accepted by private and out-of-state colleges.

Early College Credit Opportunities

We partner with local community colleges so students can earn college credit while still in high school—often for free!
Colleges include:

Contra Costa College (Richmond)
Peralta Community College District (Oakland)
Chabot College (Hayward)

Students can take part through Dual Enrollment or Concurrent Enrollment:

Dual Enrollment

Classes take place at LPS
FREE tuition, textbooks, and materials
Grades and credits go directly on the LPS transcript
Available to all interested students

Concurrent Enrollment

Classes take place at a college campus
More course options
Students are responsible for sending their transcript to LPS
Some campuses may charge small fees for books or applications

Credit Transfer Example:

3 College Units = 10 LPS Credits
4 College Units = 13 LPS Credits