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At Inderkum High School, students are able to begin our CTE Pathway courses as early as their 10th grade year in order to be Pathway completers by their senior year of school. We offer 3 CTE Pathway programs onsite at Inderkum High School as well as 2 CTE Pathway programs that students can take at Discovery High School and Natomas High School (with transportation included to/from the alternate site). Please see below for details for each of the programs available.
Broadcast Media
Broadcast Media
Our Broadcast Media Pathway offers students the opportunity to develop communication skills, technical expertise (including how to work with video cameras and editing software) and reporting skills. The class produces a school student newscast called "Tiger Talk." Students are introduced to real-world newsroom tools and practice news writing, research and collaboration. The three levels of coursework included in this pathway are shown below. Levels 2 and 3 of the pathway have college credit articulation with Consumnes River College giving students to earn college credits while attending Inderkum. Click on the Tiger Talk Logo for more detail on the Broadcast Media Pathway program.
Public Safety - Law Enforcement OR Fire Technology
Public Safety - Law Enforcement OR Fire Technology
In partnership with the Sacramento Police Department and the Sacramento Fire Department, the Public Safety Pathways is designed to provide a rigorous academic program and career preparation for those interested in Law Enforcement and Firefighting related fields. Each distinct path begins with an introductory course to gain information in all careers in the Public Service industry before making a decision between Law Enforcement or Firefighting. See below for the series of courses you will take as part of each program. Ideally, students will begin the introductory course in 10th grade to allow for completion of all three courses by senior year.
Cosmetology (@ Discovery High School)
Cosmetology (@ Discovery High School)
The Cosmetology Pathway provides students with foundational knowledge in cosmetology and barbering skills. Students gain skills in manicuring, skincare, cutting, coloring, fading, and scalp treatment.
NEW FOR THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR:
Students who would like to request Cosmetology (no sooner than their 11th grade school year) are making a 2-year commitment to complete the pathway and are now eligible to obtain their Cosmetology license through successful completion of 1,000 hours in the program.
Year 1 Students: Students attend the program daily during 2nd and 3rd period. Inderkum provides transportation to and from Discovery High School. Students earn 10 credits each semester for a total of 20 credits for the year from this program.
Year 2 Students: Students attend the program daily from 12:30pm-5pm. This means that 4th, 5th, and 6th period are taken by Cosmetology. Inderkum provides transportation to and from Discovery High School. Students earn 15 credits each semester for a total of 30 credits for the year in this program.
**You must be on track with graduation requirements to have room in your schedule during 11th and 12th grade to complete the program requirements. This is no longer an elective course, but rather a 2-Year Pathway Program that requires full commitment by students and families. Speak to your Counselor if you have any questions.
Construction Technology (@ Natomas High School)
Construction Technology (@ Natomas High School)
The Building and Construction Trades Pathway is designed to provide a rigorous academic program and career preparation for students interested in any construction-related field. It gives students the opportunity to learn applied mathematics for construction, blueprint reading, financial literacy, history of construction, green construction and technology, and how to interview effectively. Students will take an initial course to gain insight and foundational knowledge about multiple trades. All pathway instruction will be offered through hands-on, experiential, and project-based lessons. Graduates will be college and career ready, with a solid foundation for future employment in the building, construction, and trades industry.
NEW FOR THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR:
Students who would like to request Construction Tech (no sooner than their 11th grade school year) are making a 2-year commitment to complete the Pathway.
Year 1 Students: Students attend the program daily during 2nd and 3rd period. Inderkum provides transportation to and from Discovery High School. Students earn 10 credits each semester for a total of 20 credits for the year from this program.
Year 2 Students: Students attend the program daily from during ZERO and 1st period. Inderkum provides transportation to and from Discovery High School. Students earn 10 credits each semester for a total of 20 credits for the year in this program.
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