CTE
Courses Offered
SM Media Arts Pathway
Industry - Arts, Media, and Entertainment
SM Media offers students the opportunity to learn skills in digital arts, video production, and print production while being exposed to industry-standard technology and state-of-the-art digital tools. Our program encourages creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration through our three production teams while offering students certification programs and SBCC dual enrollment classes.
For more information - Visit our website, complete our interest form, or contact Lara Willbanks at lwillbanks@sbunified.org, (805)967-4581 (ext. 5553)
Teacher Education Pathway
Industry - Education, Child Development, and Family Services
Introduces students to the concepts and issues related to teaching diverse learners in today's K-12 classrooms. Topics include teaching as a profession and career, historical and philosophical foundations of the American education system, contemporary educational issues, special education, content standards and frameworks, teacher performance standards, and inclusion education.
For more information - Please contact: Michael Thrasher, Education Pathway Director, mthrasher@sbunified.org,
(805) 967-4581 x (ext.5625)
Child Development
Industry - Education, Child Development, and Family Services
The Program is designed to allow students the opportunity to experience courses that focus on paths related to Early Childhood Development and the overall Education field. Students get to utilize various instructional techniques, experience new technological opportunities, see education programs and visit local colleges/university programs to help better shape their focus as they move through the program.
For more information - Please contact: Michael Thrasher, Education Pathway Director, mthrasher@sbunified.org,
(805) 967-4581 x (ext.5625)
Construction Tech 1 & 2
Industry: Construction
Students will design and build a scaled sustainable structure that encompasses the various facets of the building and construction trades. The capstone project will be a " Students will create documents within the project package that include a bill of materials, vendor list, estimates, purchase orders, and labor costs. All written components of the package must be written to technical industry standards, which stress clarity and organization. Students can complete the enrollment and registration for this course through SBCC to earn dual enrollment credit for CT 115.
For more information - Please contact: Erik Leighland at eleighland@sbunified.org
San Marcos High School Culinary Arts Pathway
Industry: Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation
The Cafe Royale Culinary Arts Management Program teaches students the foundation skills needed for a career in the hospitality industry. Students will utilize a two year ProStart curriculum which is supported by the National Restaurant Association. This includes classroom study, lab work, field trips and mentored work experience along with hands on experiences in operating our on site cafe, Cafe Royale.
For more information please contact: Donna Barker, Chef Educator at (805) 967-4581 (ext. 5649), dbarker@sbunified.org
Cottage Health Careers Academy
Industry: Health Care, Health Science and Medical Technology, Mental and Behavioral Health
- The Cottage Health Careers Academy is a four-year program that begins in 9th grade following the completion of an online application during 8th grade. As a dual CTE pathway, students take core courses in Biomedical Sciences through the Project Lead The Way curriculum, which orients them to over 200 healthcare careers, alongside Mental & Behavioral Health curriculum that addresses critical community wellness needs.
- Throughout the entirety of the Cottage Health Careers Academy program, students have the opportunity to participate in a Leadership Committee, Academic Mentor Program, volunteering initiatives, and events that further their learning and strengthen student relationships. In their senior year, students have the opportunity to complete an internship at a local healthcare organization such as YouthWell, Ferris-Wong Endodontics, Cottage Health, and more. Seniors also have the opportunity to obtain industry-standard certifications through partnerships with local universities like Santa Barbara City College and national vendors like the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Examples of available certifications include Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Patient Care Technician (PCT), and Medical Assistant (MA).
- The Cottage Health Careers Academy prepares students with the academic and technical foundation to succeed in post-secondary education and/or the healthcare industry. Students leave the academy as responsible, productive citizens equipped with the knowledge, professional connections, and employability skills to pursue meaningful healthcare careers whether they choose to stay in Santa Barbara to address local workforce needs and serve their community, or take their expertise beyond the Central Coast. The academy provides fair and equitable learning experiences to ensure the success of each student and the development of their educational and career goals. The academy is undergoing exciting changes that will continue to come to fruition - stay tuned for more updates!
Website: https://smhca.squarespace.com/
For more information- please contact Marcene Tate at mtate@sbunfied.org
San Marcos Entrepreneurship Academy
Industry: Marketing, Sales and Services Pathway
The San Marcos High School Entrepreneurship Academy is a dynamic three year program that enhances the core curriculum through the personalized study of business, marketing, economics and finance. The Academy will provide students with the knowledge, skills and experience to springboard their own entrepreneurial visions into action through rigorous coursework, relevant experience in local business community partnerships and student run business ventures. Upon completion of the Academy, students will have the foundation to effectively create their own business and/or successfully pursue a business related college degree.
Website: http://smhsentrepreneurship.org
For more information - please contact Graham Oleson at goleson@sbunified.org