J.W. North
John W. North High School has five distinct Career Technical Education (CTE) programs from five different industry sectors. Our programs prepare students for their future careers by demonstrating professional skills, earning industry recognized certifications, and earning college credit while still in high school.
Education & Child Development | EHSA
Get a sneak peek of life as a teacher while assembling your comprehensive, reflective portfolio for college and beyond
Design dynamic classroom learning activities using modern technology and research-based practices
Experience the rewards of shaping the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of children
Program Course Sequence
Introductory Course
Educational Psychology
Concentrator Course
Introduction to Education*
Capstone Course
Developmental Psychology of Adolescence*
International Business | GBIT
Develop customer service, leadership, and entrepreneurship skills to create a powerful competitive advantage
Sharpen your business knowledge to join the next generation of local and global business leaders
Master dynamic strategies for creating, communicating, and delivering multicultural products and services
Program Course Sequence
Introductory Course
Business 100
Concentrator Course
Entrepreneurship & Small Business*+
Capstone Course
Virtual Business Enterprise*
Law & Public Services | LAPS
Make a difference in your community by exploring public safety, law enforcement, and protective services
Secure crime scenes and apply investigative techniques, dust for fingerprints, collect evidence, and question suspects
Engage with legal professionals, experts, and mentors through job shadowing, field training, and ride-alongs
Program Course Sequence
Introductory Course
Introduction to Law
Concentrator Course
Criminal Justice: Law Enforcement*
Capstone Course
Law Enforcement Principles & Practices*
Supplemental Course
Forensic Science & Crime Scene Investigation*
Modern Environmental Sustainability Solutions | MESS
Grow your own food utilizing modern, urban agriculture methods including hydroponics, aquaponics, and micro farming technology
Conduct field studies, experiments, and research projects focused on green energy and sustainable resources
Advocate for environmental justice through community education, outreach, and partnerships
Program Course Sequence Options
Concentrator Courses
Option 1 Environmental Science- Agriculture*
Option 2 Environmental Science- Energy*
Capstone Courses
Urban Sustainable Agriculture*
Urban Sustainable Living*
Sports Medicine & Injury Management
Prepare and rehabilitate the physically active using sports-specific training, injury recognition, and physical therapy
Create customized exercise and therapeutic plans to help athletes achieve superior performance and lifelong wellness
Work with certified athletic trainers and healthcare professionals to provide basic life support services
Program Course Sequence
Concentrator Course
Sports Medicine I*
Capstone Course
Sports Medicine Advanced*
Supplemental Course
Sports Medicine Lab*
CTE FACULTY
Mr. Avella
International Business
GBIT
Mr. Barton
International Business
GBIT
Ms. Foster | CTE Lead
Education & Child Development | EHSA
This is Ms. Foster's 11th year teaching at North HS (her own alma mater). She is the Coordinator for the Education Academy and she is also a part of the Social Studies department on campus, as well as, the advisor for a couple different student clubs. She has a BA in History, a MAT, and teaching credentials in Social Sciences and CTE.Mr. Hiraoka
Law & Public Services
LAPS
Ms. Lopez
Modern Environmental Sustainability Solutions
Magali has 8 years of experience teaching Chemistry and Environmental Science. Prior to her teaching career she worked in various laboratory settings conducting environmental testing and drought tolerance studies. She is a recent addition to the sustainability pathway at North High School.Ms. McCandless
Modern Environmental Sustainability Solutions
Lillian has over 15 years of experience teaching Biology and Chemistry courses in high school and community college. She is passionate about the world around her and teaching students to make it a better place to live. She has been working on establishing the urban environmental sustainability pathway at North for about five years.Mrs. Parsons
Sports Medicine
& Injury Management
Mrs. Tamayo | CTE Lead
Law & Public Services
LAPS