Students choose pathway strands (not course titles). Counselors place students into the correct courses based on your strand choice.
If you’re interested in a field SBHS doesn’t have a specific pathway for, that’s okay.
In that case, your pathway becomes your emphasis — the place where you practice the skills your future will require.
You are not choosing a job. You are choosing where to practice getting better.
Studio Art is for students who like to create, experiment, and communicate ideas visually.
Students practice discipline, creativity, and problem-solving through drawing, painting, design, and mixed media. You’ll receive feedback, revise your work, and present finished pieces publicly.
You will practice skills like:
visual communication, persistence, creative problem-solving, critique, and self-management
This pathway fits students who:
enjoy creating, thinking visually, and improving their work through practice and feedback
Digitech is for students who want to use technology as a creative and communication tool, with certifications available in Adobe products.
Students design digital graphics, work with industry-standard software, and create content that has a real audience. Precision, attention to detail, and revision matter here.
You will practice skills like:
digital design, technical accuracy, visual communication, project management, and creativity
This pathway fits students who:
enjoy working with computers, design tools, and creative problem-solving
ROTC is for students interested in leadership, discipline, and service.
Students develop confidence, responsibility, teamwork, and decision-making through structured challenges and leadership opportunities. This pathway emphasizes personal growth and accountability.
You will practice skills like:
leadership, teamwork, time management, communication, and ethical decision-making
This pathway fits students who:
want structure, leadership opportunities, and a strong sense of purpose
Graphic Production is for students who want hands-on, practical experience creating products for real use. Students participate in a student-run enterprise, Cardinal City Shirtmakerz. Students have the opportunity to earn OSHA-10 certification.
Students work with professional equipment and processes to produce printed and manufactured items. Accuracy, safety, and teamwork are essential.
You will practice skills like:
technical production, attention to detail, collaboration, problem-solving, and meeting deadlines
This pathway fits students who:
like working with tools, machines, and tangible outcomes
Engineering is for students who enjoy solving technical problems and understanding how things work. Students earn college credit all three years. Students have the opportunity to earn certification in OnShape (3D CAD) and OSHA-10. PLTW curriculum.
Students design, test, build, and revise solutions using math, science, and technology. Learning happens through experimentation and iteration.
You will practice skills like:
technical problem-solving, critical thinking, teamwork, precision, and design thinking
This pathway fits students who:
like challenges, systems, and figuring out how to improve things
Marching Band is a highly disciplined, collaborative performing arts pathway. Students have the opportunity to earn OSHA-10 certification. The pathway course is only offered during 8th period. Students participate in performances at sporting and community events year-round.
Students perform publicly, practice consistently, and work as part of a coordinated team. Commitment, time management, and accountability are essential.
You will practice skills like:
teamwork, discipline, performance under pressure, leadership, and communication
This pathway fits students who:
enjoy music, movement, teamwork, and being part of something bigger than themselves
Strings and Orchestra focus on musicianship, music recording and production, collaboration, and technical mastery.
Students practice regularly, refine technique, and perform as part of an ensemble. Precision, listening, and responsibility matter.
You will practice skills like:
focus, collaboration, technical skill development, perseverance, and self-discipline
This pathway fits students who:
enjoy music, structure, and steady improvement through practice
Choir is a performing arts pathway centered on voice, music recording and production, teamwork, and expression.
Students rehearse, perform publicly, and learn how to contribute to a group sound. This pathway builds confidence and communication skills.
You will practice skills like:
public performance, collaboration, communication, confidence, and responsibility
This pathway fits students who:
enjoy singing, performing, and working closely with others
Theater is for students who want to communicate stories and ideas through performance and production.
Students act, direct, design, and manage productions. This pathway develops creativity, leadership, and public communication.
You will practice skills like:
public speaking, collaboration, creativity, leadership, and problem-solving
This pathway fits students who:
enjoy performance, behind-the-scenes production design and technical work, storytelling, and working as part of a creative team
Public Safety Academy is for students interested in service, responsibility, and protecting others. Certifications are offered in CPR/First Aid, FEMA competencies. Students in Public safety are invited to participate in a K9 handling course held after school for 15 weeks in winter/spring.
Students learn about law enforcement, emergency response, law, current topics in law enforcement and community safety through hands-on experiences and simulations.
You will practice skills like:
decision-making under pressure, communication, teamwork, ethics, and leadership
This pathway fits students who:
want to serve their community and handle real responsibility
eBusiness is for students interested in entrepreneurship, finance, management, and how organizations work. Students can work in one of three student-run enterprises - The Nest Student Store, The Nest Coffee Cart, or the Cardinal DJ business. Students can earn Starbucks barista certifications. Students earn college credit for high grades in their 10th and 12th grade years.
Students learn how to plan, operate, and evaluate real or simulated businesses. Initiative and responsibility are emphasized.
You will practice skills like:
financial literacy, communication, organization, leadership, and problem-solving
This pathway fits students who:
enjoy planning, organizing, selling, or running projects