Hundreds of students in
South Bend schools have
discovered that traditional
college is not the only
pathway to career success.
Structured for Success
Program selection and registration begins sophomore year when students plan
their junior year schedules with guidance counselors. Beginning junior year,
CTE students attend class for half the day at their home high school, then are
bussed to another location for the other half of the day. Training and instruction
takes place at one of the area high schools, Ivy Tech, or another specialized
location. Transportation is provided by SBCSC so students can make the most of
these career training opportunities.
Ready for the Workforce or College
The SBCSC has partnered with local colleges and universities, businesses, and
community organizations to ensure that the programs offered meet the academic and technical skills required for students to be successful and ready for
the workforce immediately upon graduating. If a student decides that college
is the direction they wish to pursue, any dual credit earned while in high school
will put them a step ahead, both financially and academically.
Graduate a Step Ahead
CTE students have the option of earning dual credits, which means they will
have both high school and college credits upon graduating which gives them
a head start on a college degree. Students can also earn industry certifications
in specific fields, which position them to enter a given profession with a proven
record of achievement. All SBCSC high school students are eligible to participate
in all CTE programs offered at the four district high schools, regardless of their
“home” high school.