MET Pathway Overview
WHAT ARE THE GOALS?
Contextualize student learning
Engage students in meaningful experiences
Form connections with peers who have similar
goals & passionsIdentify & explore potential careers
Develop relationships with industry partners
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Meaningful & robust coursework
Exposure to career options
Internships
Industry knowledge & skills
Strong partnerships with companies & workforce organizations
Project-based learning
Advanced Placement opportunities
Dual Enrollment opportunities
Career building skills
Career exploration
Industry credentials
Industry networking
Informational interviews
Job Shadowing opportunities
Industry site visits
Guiding Principles
Equitable Access
Guided Academic Pathway
Enhanced Student Support
Connections to Career
Effective Partnerships
Core Characteristics
Career Advising
Labor Market Information
Integrated Instruction
Work-Based Learning
Credential Preparation
Post-Secondary Linkages
Inviting All Students
Enrollment starts in the 9th grade
Students may enroll as late as 12th grade, if requirements can be met
Students who are not enrolled may still participate in MET-related activities
Outcomes and Opportunities
Students will graduate high school equipped with a post-secondary
plan & skills to:
Attend a 2-year or 4-year college/university
Attend a trade school
Enroll in an industry training program
Enlist in the U.S. Military
Engage in immediate employment