Pathways should include rigorous academics, early college coursework, and career technical education (CTE). GSPP requires that all pathways offer the following elements to all students in an integrated program of study: 

• Full A-G course sequence 

• 12 postsecondary credits 

• Career technical education (CTE) coursework 

• An additional College/Career Indicator (CCI) 

Pathways are designed using regional labor market information to identify growing industries and occupations, as well as the skills and credentials needed for a career in targeted sectors, and reverse mapped from industry to postsecondary to K–12 to ensure that students develop the skills and competencies they need to succeed in careers. 

Pathways increase postsecondary attainment by bringing opportunities to earn rigorous postsecondary credit and credentials into secondary education. 

High school and postsecondary curricula are aligned and educators plan for articulated pathways and transferability to UC and CSU institutions. 

Pathways provide preparation for college and careers that is applicable to all students’ educational and career interests and plans. 

Students in pathways apply classroom learning in real-world settings, including workplaces, while enrolled in advanced academic programs, including dual enrollment, early college, middle college, AP, IB, and CTE. 

Pathways build a skilled talent pipeline for employers by equipping students for jobs in high-wage, high-skill, high-growth industries with career advancement opportunities.