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What is the Pathways Program?
The Medford School District Pathways program allows all students to connect with an engage in the high school experience by choosing four courses in an area of their interest. Students pursue an area of concentration in a pathway of their choice by taking classes they enjoy and becoming involved in a related club or co-curricular activity.
Job shadowing or career internships are encouraged! Pathways provide opportunities for students to explore potential career paths, personal interests, and to pursue a credentialed diploma by earning college credit and/or industry certification while still in high school.
Check out some common frequently asked questions below!
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When should my student select a Pathway?
Students will select a Pathway while planning for their 10th grade year -this usually happens in the spring of their 9th grade year. Please keep in mind that in light of COVID-19, this process might be delayed for students.
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Can my student switch their Pathway?
Yes! Students can switch their Pathway during their high school career if they decide that another Pathway is more suitable to their interests.
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Is a Pathway required for a student to graduate?
No, but the Medford School District believes that by choosing a Pathway, students will be more engaged in their entire high school experience, be better prepared for their futures, and more likely to graduate with an understanding of their knowledge, skills, and abilities.
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Does a student's Pathway dictate their future?
No. A Pathway is simply a way for a student to explore an area of career/academic interest.
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Does a student need more credits to be in the Pathways program?
No. All students will still be required to complete the needed 24 credits to graduate. Pathway requirements can fit into those 24 necessary credits, as students can opt to take the courses that interest them while also becoming involved with other like-minded students, surrounded by caring adults, with other co-curricular activities in which they can participate.
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Can a student choose more than one Pathway?
Yes. The student schedule allows for five courses per term. This schedule, coupled with our trimester grading period allows students to meet all core content course requirements AND participate in multiple electives and Pathway opportunities.
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What is a credentialed diploma?
A credentialed diploma is a diploma that is tied to a career major course of study, in which a student earns an outside endorsement of accomplishment, which may include industry certification, dual credit, articulated credit or a qualifying score on an Advanced Placement or International Baccalaureate exam.
