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NewsKPBS Public MediaAugust 11, 2026San Diego

San Diego Unified School District expands college and career technical education pathways

San Diego Unified School District is increasing enrollment in college, career, and technical education (CCTE) pathways to help students explore career interests and meet university admission requirements. The district plans to expand workplace visits, job shadows, and internship opportunities for students throughout the current school year.

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Why It Matters

High school students in the district have expanded access to specialized career training and internship opportunities that may count toward university admission requirements or community college credit.

Key Facts

  • San Diego Unified School District is actively encouraging higher enrollment in CCTE pathways.
  • Available pathways include robotics, graphic design, patient care, architecture, and child development.
  • Patrick Henry High School is the largest school in the district with 2,600 students.
  • Many CCTE courses satisfy admission requirements for the University of California and California State University systems.
  • Some pathways offer students the opportunity to earn community college credit.
  • District leaders plan to increase workplace visits, job shadows, and internships this year.
  • Last year, the state reported that over 70% of San Diego Unified graduates were prepared for college or a career.

Who's Mentioned

organizationUniversity of California“University system with admission requirements met by some CCTE courses.”organizationSan Diego Unified School District“The school district overseeing the CCTE programs.”locationPatrick Henry High School“The high school where the robotics program and CCTE pathways were highlighted.”other2,600“The number of students enrolled at Patrick Henry High School.”personKerri Rose“Overseer of the CCTE program at Patrick Henry High School.”organizationCalifornia State University“University system with admission requirements met by some CCTE courses.”personRuby Aguilera“A senior student at Patrick Henry High School involved in the robotics team.”