Pathways
Career-Focused Degree Courses for Motivated Students
Pathways are academic courses of study designed for upper school students who are ready to pursue their passions and start building skills in a career-focused field right now.
The Pathways Advantage
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Tailored Learning Experience
Pathways isn't just about classes; it's a comprehensive, hands-on experience. Students select a focused area of study and immerse themselves in their interests beyond the traditional school model. -
Real-World Experience
Pathways isn't confined to the classroom. Students complement their studies with internships and work-study programs, providing real-world exposure to their chosen field. Students gain the knowledge and practical, career-level experience. -
Your Choice, Your Future
Participation in Pathways is optional. Students retain the freedom to follow the traditional school model, and Barstow continues to offer the area’s best college prep education. Pathways graduates earn a special designation on their transcript.
How it Works
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Graduation Requirements
Like any Barstow graduate, Pathways students must complete 25 total credits. Some classes within a pathway count as traditional classes for graduation (math, science, English, social studies) and some count as electives. -
On-Campus Practicum
Students begin building practical experience in their chosen pathway on campus, working in our theatre department, developing marketing projects for external audiences, developing entrepreneurial ideas, or completing specialized work at the Dan & Cassidy Towriss IDEA Space. -
Work-Study and Internships
Some students may be placed in a part-time progressive career development program, in partnership with an off-campus employer. Work-study programs generally occur within the school day; internships can be scheduled during summer, winter and spring breaks. -
Individualized Advisory
Pathways students will work with our Director of Academics to plan their course of study, and will have regular meetings with members of their faculty team to monitor their progress. -
Capstone Presentations
Pathways students will present real-world projects and results to a peer and faculty panel during the second semester of their senior year.
Courses of Study
Each Pathway addresses a demonstrated area of interest among students and incorporates crucial 21st Century Skills that are highly valued in college and career. Students will develop critical thinking and problem solving skills, learn to collaborate and communicate effectively — and they’ll become proficient in the technologies that are fueling advancements in their chosen Pathway.
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Digital Media
Blend technology and content to create social media, websites, videos and emerging media. -
Engineering
Combining Project Lead the Way curriculum with the technology and tools available at IDEA Space, students get a head start in sought-after engineering careers. -
Theatre Arts
A pathway for talented performers and the creatives behind-the-scenes. Develop your voice and presence or master the skills that make performances come to life.
Digital Media
Pathway Coursework
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Grade 9
7 Required Credits
Required Pathway Coursework
- Art Fundamentals & Photography I
- Video Journalism (BTVN)
- Graphic Design & Video Production H
- Audio Production & Adobe After Effects
- English 9
- Mathematics Course
- Biology
- Ancient World History
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Grade 10
6 Required Credits
Required Pathway Coursework
Choose 3 from the following:- Video Journalism (BTVN)
- Video Production H
- Advanced Graphic Design
- Photography II
- Weathercock
- B-Line
- US Entrepreneurship
- English 10
- Mathematics Course
- Modern World History
- World Language Course
Suggested Elective Coursework
- Adobe After Effects
Possible Additional Elective Coursework
- Yearlong Science Course
- Any Other Course Offering
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Grade 11
7 Required Credits
Required Pathway Coursework
Choose 3 from the following:- Video Journalism (BTVN)
- Video Production H
- Advanced Graphic Design
- Photography II
- Weathercock
- B-Line
- US Entrepreneurship
- English 11
- Mathematics Course
- United States History
- Yearlong Science Course
- World Language Course
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Grade 12
6 Required Credits
Required Pathway Coursework
Choose 3-4 from the following:- Video Journalism (BTVN)
- Video Production H
- Advanced Graphic Design
- Photography II
- Weathercock
- B-Line
- US Entrepreneurship
- English 12
- Mathematics Course
Suggested Elective Coursework
- Adobe After Effects
- Advanced Photography
- Digital Art
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Required Activities
Livestream school events during & after school hours -
Additional Opportunities
- Field Related Employment
- Internships
- Externships
- Shadow Opportunities
Engineering
Pathway Coursework
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Grade 9
7 Required Credits
Required Pathway Coursework
- Intro to Engineering Design H
- Mathematics Course
- Biology
- English 9
- Ancient World History
- World Language Course
- Computer Science Course
Suggested Elective Coursework
- Art Fundamentals
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Grade 10
7 Required Credits
Required Pathway Coursework
- Principles of Engineering H
- English 10
- Mathematics Course
- Chemistry H
- Modern World History
- World Language Course
- Art Fundamentals (if not completed in grade 9)
Suggested Elective Coursework
- Additional Project Lead the Way Course
- Additional Science Coursework
- Woodworking
- Entrepreneurship
- Engineering Design & Robotics
- Robotics Practicum
- Theatre Arts
- Additional Art Courses
- Computer Science Courses*
Possible Elective Coursework
- Any Other Course Offering
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Grade 11
7 Required Credits
Required Pathway Coursework
- Project Lead the Way Course H
- Mathematics Course
- English 11
- Physics H
- United States History
- World Language Course
Suggested Elective Coursework
- Additional Project Lead the Way Course
- Additional Science Coursework
- Woodworking
- Entrepreneurship
- Engineering Design & Robotics
- Robotics Practicum
- Theatre Arts
- Additional Art Courses
- Computer Science Courses
Possible Elective Coursework
- Any Other Course Offering
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Grade 12
7 Required Credits
Required Pathway Coursework
- Eng Design & Develop HC
- Mathematics Course
- AP Level Science Course
- English Course
Suggested Elective Coursework
- Additional Project Lead the Way Course
- Additional Science Coursework
- Woodworking
- Entrepreneurship
- Engineering Design & Robotics
- Robotics Practicum
- Theatre Arts
- Additional Art Courses
- Computer Science Courses
Possible Elective Coursework
- Any Other Course Offering
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Additional Opportunities
- Robotics Team
- Science & Entrepreneurship Competitions
- Student Mentorship for Middle School FIRST Lego League
- Field Related Employment
- Internships
- Externships
- Shadow Opportunities
Theatre Arts
Pathway Coursework
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Grade 9
7 Required Credits
Required Pathway Coursework
- Acting I
- Theatre Arts
- Barstow Singers
- English 9
- Biology
- Mathematics Course
- Ancient World History
- World Language Course
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Grade 10
7 Required Credits
Required Pathway Coursework
- Acting II
- Theatre Arts
- English 10
- Scriptwriting & Shakespeare on Stage
- Physical Science or Chemistry H
- Mathematics Course
Suggested Elective Coursework
- Music Theory
- Fine Arts Courses
- Barstow Singers
- Upper School Speech
- World Language Course
Possible Elective Coursework
- Any other course offering
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Grade 11
7 Required Credits
Required Pathway Coursework
- Advanced Acting H
- Advanced Theatre Arts H
- Art History H
- English 11
- United States History*
- Mathematics Course*
- Barstow Singers
- Upper School Speech
- Video Journalism
- Debate
Suggested Summer Online Coursework
- Science Course
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Grade 12
6 Required Credits
Required Pathway Coursework
- Advanced Acting H
- Advanced Theatre Arts H
- Art History
- English 12
- Mathematics Course*
- Barstow Singers
- Upper School Speech
- Video Journalism
- Debate
Suggested Elective Coursework
- Fine Arts Courses
- Music Theory
- Barstow Singers
- Upper School Speech
Possible Elective Coursework
- Any other course offering*
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Required Activites
- Participation in a minimum of one production each year
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Additional Opportunities
- Independent Projects, Instrumental Orchestra, Dance, Dance Team
- Field Related Employment
- Internships
- Externships
- Shadow Opportunities
