CASTLE VIEW HIGH SCHOOL
ACADEMIES
BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP
COMMUNICATION AND LEADERSHIP
HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
MATH, ENGINEERING, AND TECHNOLOGY
SCIENCE
VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS
Academies
CASTLE VIEW HIGH SCHOOL
AcademiesatCVHS: Makeourbigschoolfeel smaller; Deepenourrelationships; Createrigorouslearning experiences;and Createrelevantlearning experiences.
Each Sabercat chooses an ACADEMY. This learning community shares Academy-wide events and rituals like field trips, competitions, and guest speakers. Students are assigned to an Advisement class with other members of their Academy, ensuring that they experience this critical Academic and Social-Emotionalsupportwithpeersandadultswhosharetheirinterests.
Each Sabercat is welcome (and encouraged) to pursue a PATHWAY. Each Academy offers several pathways -- collections of required coursework with internship, service, and extracurricular connections-- that support students in going above and beyond in pursuit of their interests. A Sabercat who successfullycompletesapathwayishonoredwithaDiplomaofDistinctionand anAcademyStoletowearatgraduation.
BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP (RED)
COMMUNICATION AND LEADERSHIP (GOLD)
HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES (GREY)
MATH, ENGINEERING, AND TECHNOLOGY (BLACK)
SCIENCE (WHITE)
VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS (TEAL)
Business & Entrepreneurship
Turn your passion into a business.
Our Business & Entrepreneurship Academy attracts ambitious, driven students who are passionate about exploring the dynamic world of business, whether they aim to attend college or jump directly into a career after high school. Designed to empower diverse interests, the academy offers pathways for students excited by traditional business fields like finance and marketing, creative industries such as digital media or fashion merchandising, or vocational skills such as cosmetology and auto repair Students engage in real-world projects, internships, and mentorship opportunities, allowing them to build professional skills, develop portfolios, and network with industry leaders. This hands-on approach ensures that every student, regardless of their postgraduation plans, gains the tools and confidence to thrive in their chosen field.
S a b e r c a t s i n t h e B u s i n e s s a n d
E n t r e p r e n e u r s h i p A c a d e m y g o o n
F i e l d T r i p s , l i k e B u s i n e s s a n d
B a s e b a l l w i t h t h e C o l o r a d o
R o c k i e s , D r e a m A c c e l e r a t o r , a n d S t o c k M a r k e t C h a l l e n g e a t
D U a n d C h a r l e s S c h w a b .
T h e y a l s o h e a r f r o m G u e s t
S p e a k e r s f r o m t h e b u s i n e s s
w o r l d , l i k e M a r k e t i n g S p e c i a l i s t s ,
E n t r e p r e n e u r s , F i n a n c i a l
A n a l y s t s , H u m a n R e s o u r c e
S p e c i a l i s t s , I n s u r a n c e B r o k e r s ,
a n d R e a l E s t a t e A g e n t s .
P o t e n t i a l F u t u r e C a r e e r s o f
B E A S t u d e n t s :
E n t r e p r e n e u r , S a l e s
M a n a g e r , M a r k e t i n g
S p e c i a l i s t , F i n a n c i a l
A d v i s o r , A c c o u n t a n t , S m a l l
B u s i n e s s O w n e r , H o t e l
M a n a g e r , R e s t a u r a n t
M a n a g e r , P r o j e c t M a n a g e r ,
H u m a n R e s o u r c e S p e c i a l i s t ,
I n s u r a n c e A g e n t , R e a l
E s t a t e A g e n t .
REQUIRED COURSES:
CTE Marketing I (1.0)
ACC CIS 1018 Intro to PC Applications (.5)
ACC BUS 1015 Intro to Business (.5)
CTE SBE Retail - Saber Store (.5)
PLUS ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
AP Statistics (1.0)
AP Psychology (1.0)
AP Macroeconomics (1.0)
AP Language & Composition (1.0)
AP Seminar (1.0)
Sociology (.5)
Psychology (.5)
Economics (.5)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.0 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS: Participation in DECA at least 2 years.
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
Capstone: Work-Based Learning, School Store,
Internship, Work for Credit Chamber of Commerce
Rotary Club
Kiwanis Club
REQUIRED COURSES:
CTE Marketing I (1.0)
ACC CIS 1018 Intro to PC Applications (.5)
ACC ENP 1005 Intro to Entrepreneurship (.5)
ACC BUS 1016 Personal Finance (.5)
CTE Business & Marketing Work-Based Learning (.5)
PLUS ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
AP Statistics (1.0)
AP Psychology (1.0)
AP Macroeconomics (1 0)
AP Language & Composition (1.0)
AP Seminar (1.0)
Sociology (.5)
Psychology (.5)
Economics (.5)
Graphic Design (.5)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.0 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS: Participation in DECA at least 2 years.
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORK-BASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
Capstone: Work-Based Learning, School Store,
Internship, Work for Credit Chamber of Commerce
Rotary Club
Kiwanis Club
REQUIRED COURSES:
CTE Marketing I (1.0)
ACC MAR 2016 Principles of Marketing (1.0)
PLUS ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
ACC CIS 1018 Intro to PC Applications (.5)
CTE Sports & Entertainment Marketing (.5)
Graphic Design ( 5)
AND ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
AP Statistics (1 0)
AP Psychology (1.0)
AP Macroeconomics (1.0)
AP Language & Composition (1 0)
AP Seminar (1.0)
Sociology (.5)
Psychology (.5)
Economics (.5)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.0 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS: Participation in DECA at least 2 years.
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
Capstone: Work-Based Learning, School Store, Internship, Work for Credit Chamber of Commerce
Rotary Club Kiwanis Club
Vocational
REQUIRED COURSES:
CTE Marketing I (1.0)
ACC CIS 1018 Intro to PC Applications (.5)
ACC ENP 1005 Intro to Entrepreneurship (.5)
ACC BUS 1016 Personal Finance (.5)
CTE Business & Marketing Work Based Learning (.5)
STUDENTS WILL ALSO COMPLETE THE REQUIRED COURSES IN 1 OF THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS
AT A PARTNERING DCSD SCHOOL:
Building Controls Technology (HVAC)
Culinary & Hospitality
Cosmetology
Automotive Maintenance
Electrical
MINIMUM GPA: 3.0 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS : Participation in DECA at least 2 years.
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
Capstone: Work-Based Learning, School Store, Internship, Work for Credit Chamber of Commerce
Rotary Club
Kiwanis Club
Communication & Leadership Excellence in Everything.
Students entering the Communication and Leadership Academy should have a desire to create positive change in their communities through the unearthing, curation, and dissemination of critical information. Successful students will possess not only the strong belief that they can impact the world around them, but the wherewithal and commitment to act in pursuit of that impact.
P o t e n t i a
l F u t u r e C a r e e r s o f
C L A S t u d e n t s :
C o m m u n i c a t i o n s D i r e c t o r ,
J o u r n a l i s t , T e l e v i s i o n N e w s
A n c h o r , P u b l i c R e l a t i o n s
P r o f e s s i o n a l , T a l e n t M a n a g e r
o r A g e n t , C h i e f E x e c u t i v e
O f f i c e r , T e a c h e r , P r o j e c t
M a n a g e r , S c h o o l P r i n c i p a l ,
D i r e c t o r o f O p e r a t i o n s ,
A t t o r n e y , L a n g u a g e
I n t e r p r e t e r , E v e n t P l a n n e r ,
D i p l o m a t , P u b l i c I n f o r m a t i o n
O f f i c e r , o r t h e W h i t e H o u s e
P r e s s S e c r e t a r y .
S a b e r c a t s i n t h e
C o m m u n i c a t i o n a n d
L e a d e r s h i p A c a d e m y g o o n
F i e l d T r i p s t o N e w s
S t a t i o n s , t h e S t a t e C a p i t o l
B u i l d i n g , a n d t h e
C o n f e r e n c e o n W o r l d A f f a i r s
a t C U B o u l d e r .
T h e y a l s o h e a r f r o m G u e s t
S p e a k e r s , s u c h a s
j o u r n a l i s t s , m a r k e t i n g
e x e c u t i v e s , a u t h o r s , a n d
l e a d e r s .
Advocacy & Social Change
REQUIRED COURSES:
Intro to Law (.5) OR Intro to Journalism (.5)
Sociology (.5)
Psychology (.5)
Economics (.5)
AP Seminar (1 0)
AP Research (1.0)
AND ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
AP Statistics (1 0)
AP US History (1.0)
AP World History (1.0)
AP US Government (1.0)
AP Language & Composition (1.0)
AP Macroeconomics (1.0)
AND ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING: Any World Language Course
MINIMUM GPA: 3 5 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must complete 2 years in one of the following):
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
Gender and Sexuality Alliance
Rho Kappa
World Language Honor Societies
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORK-BASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours): Students, in collaboration with pathway advisors, will find an internship or service-based experience that emphasizes social advocacy or social change.
Critical Media Studies
REQUIRED COURSES:
ACC JOU 1005 Intro to Mass Media (.5)
Digital Media & Communications (.5)
Psychology OR Sociology (.5)
Print Media (.5)
TV Production (.5)
ACC MAR 1055 Social Media for Business (.5)
ACC MAR 2016 Principles of Marketing (1.0)
Intro to Law (.5)
Economics (.5)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.5 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must complete 2 years in one of the following):
Yearbook
Colorado Student Media Association
CVTV
Newspaper
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
Student Government
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours) : Students, in collaboration with pathway advisors, will find an internship or service-based experience that emphasizes media experience.
Film & Digital Media
REQUIRED COURSES:
CVTV (2.0)
CTE Digital Media - Film I (.5)
CTE Digital Media - Film II (.5)
AP Language & Composition (1.0)
Intro to Journalism (.5)
ACC ENG 1021 English Composition I OR
ACC ENG 1022 English Composition II (.5)
ACC ENG 2021 Creating Writing I (.5)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.25 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must complete 2 years of one of the following):
CVTV
Colorado Student Media Association
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours): Students, in collaboration with pathway advisors, will find an internship or service-based experience that emphasizes film and/or digital media experience.
Global Impact
REQUIRED COURSES:
4 years of THE SAME World Language (4.0)
CTE Business & Marketing Essentials (1.0)
ACC HWE 1050 Human Nutrition (.5)
Psychology (.5)
PLUS ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
AP Human Geography (1.0)
AP Psychology (1.0)
Any AP World Language Course (1.0)
AP Environmental Science (1.0)
AP Research (1.0)
OTHER REQUIREMENT: Complete the Seal of Biliteracy
MINIMUM GPA: 3.0 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must complete 2 years of one of the following):
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
Language Honor Societies or Clubs
DECA
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours): Students, in collaboration with pathway advisor, will find an internship or service-based experience that emphasizes multicultural engagement.
Print Media
REQUIRED COURSES:
Yearbook or Newspaper S1 CTE Print Media I (.5)
Yearbook or Newspaper S2 CTE Print Media II (.5)
Yearbook or Newspaper S1 CTE Editing (.5)
Yearbook or Newspaper S2 CTE Capstone (.5)
PLUS ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
AP Language & Composition (1.0)
ACC ENG 1021 English Composition I (.5)
ACC ENG 1022 English Composition II (.5)
AND ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
AP US Government (1.0)
Any CVHS Photography Course (.5)
Any CVHS Graphic Design Course (.5)
MINIMUM GPA : 3.5 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must complete 2 years):
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
Colorado Student Media Association
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours): Students, in collaboration with pathway advisor, will find an internship or service-based experience that emphasizes media experience.
service leadership
REQUIRED COURSES:
Any World Language Course (1.0)
Professional Internship Experience (.5)
Economics (.5)
Public Speaking (.5)
Student Government (1.0)
PLUS TWO FULL CREDITS OF THE FOLLOWING:
AP US Government (1.0)
AP Language & Composition (1.0)
AP Seminar (1.0)
AP Research (1.0)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.0 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must complete 2 years in one of the following):
DECA
Speech and Debate
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
Intern with a local government agency or nonprofit.
Pathway Capstone Project
Create and administer a fundraising event.
Participate in a political campaign.
Serve as an election judge.
Run a student voter registration event.
Humanities & Social sciences
Quo Vadis.
HSS students are passionate about history, politics, writing and literature, challenging themselves in academics, and/or exploring how societies function and change. Students also enjoy a space where they can debate global issues, engage in creative projects, and explore social change through hands-on experiences.
S a b e r c a t s i n t h e A c a d e m y
o f H u m a n i t i e s a n d S o c i a l
S c i e n c e s g o o n F i e l d T r i p s
t o M u s e u m s , t h e S t a t e
C a p i t o l B u i l d i n g , a n d
W a s h i n g t o n D . C .
T h e y a l s o h e a r f r o m G u e s t
S p e a k e r s , l i k e l a w m a k e r s ,
p o l i t i c i a n s , j u d g e s ,
a t t o r n e y s a n d m e n t a l
h e a l t h p r o f e s s i o n a l s .
P o t e n t i a l F u t u r e C a r e e r s o f
H S S S t u d e n t s : P r o f e s s o r ,
P o e t , A u t h o r , N o v e l i s t ,
A c a d e m i c R e s e a r c h e r ,
P o l i t i c i a n a n d L a w m a k e r ,
P o l i t i c a l S t a f f e r , L o b b y i s t ,
C o m m u n i t y O r g a n i z e r ,
C a m p a i g n M a n a g e r ,
P s y c h o l o g i s t , S o c i a l
W o r k e r , S c h o o l C o u n s e l o r ,
H i s t o r i a n , A c t i v i s t , N o n -
P r o f i t W o r k e r , A t t o r n e y .
Academic Distinction
REQUIRED COURSES:
AP Research (1.0)
AP Language & Composition (1.0)
AP Precalculus (1.0)
AP US History OR AP US Government (1.0)
AP Environmental Science OR AP Chemistry
OR AP Physics (1.0)
AND ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
AP Calculus (1.0)
AP Statistics (1.0)
AP Literature & Composition (1.0)
AP Elective Course (1.0)
MINIMUM GPA: 4.0 (And must score a 3 or higher on all AP Exams)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must complete 2 years):
National Honor Society
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
Speech and Debate
History Honors Society
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
NHS Tutoring
English Literature
REQUIRED COURSES:
AP Seminar (1.0)
AP Language & Composition (1.0)
AP Literature & Composition (1 0)
AND ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
Newspaper (1.0)
Yearbook (1.0)
ACC JOU 1005 Intro to Mass Media (.5)
Intro to Journalism (.5)
PRESENTATION REQUIREMENT: An Academic Conference Presentation based on a student's interpretation of a piece of fictional literature in the form of a novel or multiple poems
MINIMUM GPA: 4.0 in Pathway Coursework (Must also score a 3 or better on all AP Exams).
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must complete 2 years in the same club and attend at least one event):
Creative Writing Club
Any Castle View Book Club
Speech and Debate - Program Oral Interpretation
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
CV Library Programming - slam poets, local authors, etc.
Creative/nonfiction writing competitions
Poetry Club
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORK-BASED
LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
Book Fair
Reading Buddies
NHS Tutoring
BookGive
political science
REQUIRED COURSES:
AP US Government (1.0)
Intro to Law (.5)
Economics (.5)
Sociology (.5)
AP Language & Composition (1.0)
AND ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
AP US History (1.0)
AP Macroeconomics (1.0)
MINIMUM GPA: 4.0 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must complete 2 years):
National Honor Society
Speech and Debate
Mock Trial
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
Intern with political candidate, Town Council, County Commissioners, or County Clerk/Supervisor of Elections
Psychology & Human Wellness
REQUIRED COURSES:
AP Psychology (1.0)
Healthy Decisions (.5)
Sociology (.5)
ACC HWE 1062 Health & Wellness (.5)
ACC HWE 1050 Human Nutrition (.5)
AP Biology (1.0)
Peer Internship (.5)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.75 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS
(Must complete 2 years):
Best Buddies
Peer Internship
Link Crew
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORK-BASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP
(Must complete 10 hours):
Senior centers
Best Buddies
Crisis hotlines
Addiction centers
Social Sciences
REQUIRED COURSES:
Psychology (.5)
Sociology (.5)
Sports History (.5) OR Medieval History (.5)
AP US Government (1.0)
Public Speaking (.5)
ACC JOU 1005 Intro to Mass Media (.5)
AND ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
AP World History (1.0)
AP Macroeconomics (1.0)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.75 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must complete 2 years):
Student Government
Speech & Debate
National Honor Society (NHS)
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
Libraries
Museums
Food pantries
Addiction centers
Soup kitchens
Math, Engineering, & TechnologyEmpowering innovation, shaping the future.
This student thrives in an environment that values hands-on learning, challenges conventional thinking, and fosters collaboration The Math, Engineering, and Technology Academy is the ideal space for this student to develop their skills, expand their knowledge, and work alongside like-minded peers and mentors who share their passion for innovation and problem-solving.
Personal Traits:
Inquisitive: Always asking "how" and "why," seeking to deepen understanding of the world through technology and engineering.
Resilient: Embraces challenges and setbacks as opportunities to learn and grow. Not afraid to fail and try again with new solutions.
Creative & Innovative: Brings fresh, outside-the-box thinking to both individual and group projects, finding novel approaches to design and problem-solving
Critical Thinker: Enjoys exploring complex challenges and finding creative, practical ways to address them.
Curious Learner: Driven by a desire to understand how things work, eager to dive deep into technical subjects such as robotics, computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or software development.
S a b e r c a t s i n t h e A c a d e m y o f
M a t h , E n g i n e e r i n g , a n d
T e c h n o l o g y g o o n F i e l d
T r i p s t o s e e E n g i n e e r i n g
a n d T e c h n o l o g y I n d u s t r y
L e a d e r s i n t h e F i e l d . T h e y a l s o h e a r f r o m G u e s t
S p e a k e r s , l i k e M e c h a n i c a l
E n g i n e e r s , C o m p u t e r
S o f t w a r e D e v e l o p e r s , a n d
M a t h e m a t i c i a n s .
P o t e n t i a l F u t u r e C a r e e r s o f
M E T S t u d e n t s : E n g i n e e r
( C h e m i c a l , C i v i l , C o m p u t e r ,
E l e c t r i c a l , M e c h a n i c a l ,
P e t r o l e u m ) , C o m p u t e r A i d e d
D e s i g n ( C A D ) M a n a g e r , S o f t w a r e D e v e l o p e r ,
T e c h n i c a l S u p p o r t S p e c i a l i s t ,
C o m p u t e r P r o g r a m m e r , D a t a
A n a l y s t , W e b D e v e l o p e r ,
N e t w o r k A d m i n i s t r a t o r ,
C y b e r s e c u r i t y S p e c i a l i s t ,
G a m e D e s i g n e r
Applied Mathematics
REQUIRED COURSES:
Algebra II (1.0)
AP Precalculus (1.0)
PLUS ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
AP Calculus AB (1.0)
AP Calculus BC (1.0)
AP Statistics (1.0)
ACC MAT 2431 Calculus III (1.0)
AND ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING: Physics (1.0)
AP Physics (1.0)
AP Computer Science (1.0)
AP Chemistry (1.0)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.5 (In Pathway Coursework)
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must Complete 2 Years):
Chess Club
Technology Student Association (TSA)
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
NHS Math Tutoring
Peer Tutor/Teacher Assistant in a Math Class
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
computer Science
REQUIRED COURSES:
AP Computer Science Principles (1.0)
AP Computer Science A (1.0)
ACC CSC 1019 Intro/Programming (.5)
IT Capstone (.5)
AP Statistics (1.0)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.5 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must Complete 2 Years):
Career and Technical Student Organizations
Lockheed Martin Code Quest
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORK-BASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
Code Ninjas Castle Rock
EngineeringArchitecture
REQUIRED COURSES:
Principles of Engineering (.5)
Intro to Engineering Design (.5)
Graphic Design (.5)
Intro to Drafting & Design A (.5)
Intro to Drafting & Design B (.5)
PLUS ONE ADDITIONAL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
Legacy Campus Architecture (1.0)
AP Precalculus (1.0)
ACC MAT 1340 College Algebra (1.0)
ACC MAT 1420 College Trig (.5)
AP Physics (1.0)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.5 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must Complete 2 Years):
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
Technology Student Association (TSA)
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
Peer Tutor/Teacher Assistant in an Engineering Class
EngineeringCAD
REQUIRED COURSES:
CTE Intro to Technical Drawing/Design A & B (1.0)
ACC CSE 1019 Intro/Programming (.5)
CTE Coding I (.5)
AP Chemistry OR AP Physics (1.0)
PLUS ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
AP Precalculus (1.0)
AP Calculus (1.0)
AP Computer Science A (1.0)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.5 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must Complete 2 Years):
Technology Student Association (TSA)
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
NHS Math Tutoring
Peer Tutor/Teacher Assistant in an Engineering Class
EngineeringRobotics
REQUIRED COURSES:
ACC CSE 1019 Intro/Programming (.5)
CTE Coding I (.5)
CTE Robotics & Autonomous Systems A &
B (1.0)
Physics OR AP Physics (1.0)
PLUS ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
AP Precalculus (1.0)
AP Calculus (1.0)
AP Computer Science A (1.0)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.5 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must Complete 2 Years):
Technology Student Association (TSA)
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
NHS Math Tutoring
Peer Tutor/Teacher Assistant in an Engineering Class
Game Design
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
REQUIRED COURSES:
Exploring Computer Science (.5)
CTE Coding I (.5)
CTE Game Design (1.0)
Drawing & Painting I (.5)
CTE IT Capstone (.5)
PLUS ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
ACC MAT 1420 College Trig (.5)
AP Precalculus (1.0)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.5 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must Complete 2 Years):
Technology Student Association (TSA)
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
NHS Math Tutoring
Peer Tutor/Teacher Assistant in an Engineering Class
Academy of Science Science – the path to a brighter future.
AoS students are interested in science, health/wellness, and helping the human population build a better tomorrow. They enjoy making sense of phenomena and solving problems through the scientific method-- asking questions, doing research, constructing and testing hypotheses, experimenting, analyzing data, making conclusions, and communicating results. AoS students develop critical thinking, teamwork, and leadership skills that prepare them for success in academic and other postsecondary options.
S a b e r c a t s i n t h e A c a d e m y o f
S c i e n c e w i l l p a r t i c i p a t e i n a n
a n n u a l A o S D a y a n d h e a r f r o m
g u e s t s p e a k e r s l i k e B i o l o g i s t s ,
M e d i c a l P r o f e s s i o n a l s , F i r s t
R e s p o n d e r s , a n d M i l i t a r y
L e a d e r s . T h e y w i l l a l s o a t t e n d
c o m p e t i t i o n s , l i k e t h e C o o r s T e k
D e n v e r M e t r o R e g i o n a l S c i e n c e
& E n g i n e e r i n g F a i r a n d t h e
C o l o r a d o S c i e n c e O l y m p i a d .
S o m e A o S s t u d e n t s w i l l t r a v e l
t o t h e C a t a l i n a E n v i r o n m e n t a l
L e a d e r s h i p P r o g r a m i n
C a l i f o r n i a .
P o t e n t i a l F u t u r e C a r e e r s
o f A o S s t u d e n t s i n c l u d e
V e t e r i n a r i a n , V e t e r i n a r y
T e c h n i c i a n , N u r s e ,
P h y s i c i a n , P h a r m a c i s t ,
P h y s i c a l T h e r a p i s t ,
P h l e b o t o m i s t , E m e r g e n c y
M e d i c a l T e c h ( E M T ) ,
A t h l e t i c T r a i n e r , P o l i c e
O f f i c e r , F i r e F i g h t e r ,
S o l d i e r , o r S c i e n t i s t .
Applied Physics
REQUIRED COURSES:
Chemistry (1.0)
Physics (1.0)
AP Physics (1.0)
PLUS ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
AP Precalculus (1.0)
AP Calculus (1.0)
Astronomy (.5)
CTE Intro to Technical Drawing/Design B (.5)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.0
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must complete 2 years):
Society for Science Regeneron - International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF)
Chess Club
Technology Student Association (TSA)
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
National Honor Society (NHS) Tutoring
Peer Tutor/Teacher Assistant in a Science Class
criminal justice
REQUIRED COURSES:
Forensic Science (.5)
Anatomy & Physiology (.5)
Intro to Law (.5)
Psychology (.5) OR AP Psychology (1.0)
Sociology (.5)
PLUS ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
AP Biology (1.0)
AP Chemistry (1.0)
AP US Government (1.0)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.0
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must complete 2 years):
Mock Trial
Student Government
Speech & Debate
Link Crew
Douglas County Youth Police Academy
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
Castle Rock Police Department Explorer Post
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
Castle Rock Police Department Ride Along
Douglas County Sheriff Department Ride Along
Castle Rock Adventist
EMS, Military, & FIRE Science
REQUIRED COURSES:
Strength & Conditioning (.5)
Athletic Training I (.5)
Exercise Physiology ( 5)
ACC HWE 1050 Human Nutrition ( 5)
ACC HWE 1062 Health & Wellness ( 5)
AP US Government (1 0)
STUDENTS WILL ALSO COMPLETE THE REQUIRED COURSES IN 1 OF THE FOLLOWING:
EMS at the Legacy Campus OR Rock Canyon
Fire Science at Rock Canyon
South Metro Explorers Program
MINIMUM GPA: 3.0
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must complete 2 years):
Castle Rock Fire & Rescue Explorers
Larkspur or Franktown Volunteer Fire Department
Weekly Morning Physical Training & Team Building
Basic Self Defense Class
Douglas County HS Reserve Officers Training Corps
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORK-BASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
Arapahoe Rescue Patrol Volunteer
Castle Rock Fire Ride Along
Mini Med University through Sky Ridge
Copper Mountain - Survival Basics
US Air Force Academy Tour
Fort Carson Tour
Castle Wood Canyon
Sky Ridge Volunteer Options
Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) Options
Horsepower Ranch (Veteran Riding Programs)
environmental science
REQUIRED COURSES:
Chemistry (1.0)
Aquatic Biology (.5)
Zoology (.5)
AP Environmental Science (1.0)
PLUS ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
AP Statistics (1.0)
AP US Government (1.0)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.0
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must complete 2 years):
CV Environmental Club
Catalina Environmental Leadership Program
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
Douglas County Parks and Recreation
Douglas County Division of Open Space
and Natural Resources
Douglas Land Conservancy
Life Science Commitments
P A T H W A Y
REQUIRED COURSES:
Chemistry (1.0)
Zoology (.5)
Aquatic Biology (.5)
AP Biology (1.0)
AP Statistics (1.0)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.0
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must complete 2 years): Environmental Club
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORK-BASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA) Best Buddies Unified Sports
medical Science
REQUIRED COURSES:
Chemistry (1.0)
Anatomy & Physiology (.5)
Exercise Physiology (.5)
PLUS ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
ACC HWE 1062 Health & Wellness (.5)
ACC HWE 1050 Human Nutrition (.5)
AP Biology (1.0)
AND ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING
Psychology (.5)
Sociology (.5)
AP Statistics (1.0)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.0
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must complete 2 years):
Medical Club
Future Health Professionals Club
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
Best Buddies
Unified Sports
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
Community service in a hospital and/or veterinary clinic
sports performance
REQUIRED COURSES:
Strength & Conditioning (.5)
Athletic Training I (.5)
Athletic Training II (.5)
ACC HWE 1062 Health & Wellness (.5)
ACC HWE 1050 Human Nutrition (.5)
Anatomy & Physiology (.5)
PLUS ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
AP Chemistry (1.0)
AP Biology (1.0)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.0
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must complete 2 years):
Olympic Weightlifting Club
Mountain Biking Club
Varsity Sport
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
Athletic Training Internship
Mini-Med University through Sky Ridge
National Strength and Conditioning Conference
Olympic Training Center Tour
Air Force Academy Sports Performance Tour
Castle Rock Recreational Coaching/Summer
Camp Sports Coaching
Spring/Summer 7th/8th grade weights class
Loading for weightlifting meets
Visual and Performing Arts This is a place where you belong.
A Visual and Performing Arts Academy student at Castle View High School is an inclusive creator engaged in a diverse, interdisciplinary curriculum that enhances technical skills and personal expression. Students develop critical thinking, teamwork, and leadership skills that prepare them for success in both creative and academic pursuits. In short, VPA students are EPICEmpathic, Passionate, Inclusive, Creative.
P o t e n t i a l F u t u r e C a r e e r s o f
V P A S t u d e n t s :
P h o t o g r a p h e r , G r a p h i c
D e s i g n e r , S i n g e r ,
S o n g w r i t e r , M u s i c i a n , A r t i s t ,
C r e a t i v e D i r e c t o r ,
I l l u s t r a t o r , P a i n t e r , J e w e l r y
M a k e r / D e s i g n e r , F a s h i o n
D e s i g n e r , P r i n t m a k e r ,
A c t o r , D a n c e r , S c u l p t o r ,
S e t D e s i g n e r , F i l m m a k e r ,
S t a g e D i r e c t o r , S t a g e
M a n a g e r , o r F i l m C r i t i c .
S a b e r c a t s i n t h e V i s u a l &
P e r f o r m i n g A r t s A c a d e m y g o
o n a n a n n u a l F i e l d T r i p c a l l e d
V P A D A Y . I t r o t a t e s b e t w e e n
d i f f e r e n t l o c a l a r t s v e n u e s
l i k e m u s e u m s a n d t h e a t e r s .
T h e y a l s o s h o w o f f t h e i r
t a l e n t s e a c h y e a r a t t h e V P A
R E V U E . T h i s i s a n a n n u a l
c o m b i n e d c o n c e r t o f o u r
p e r f o r m i n g a r t s d e p a r t m e n t ,
i n c l u d i n g p e r f o r m a n c e s f r o m
B a n d , O r c h e s t r a , C h o i r s ,
D a n c e , a n d T h e a t r e .
ceramics
REQUIRED COURSES:
Ceramics Levels I, II, III, & IV (2.0 Credits Total)
Art History I or II (.5)
One Art Elective (.5)
AP 3D Studio Art (1.0)
CHOOSE ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
Public Speaking (.5)
ACC ENG 2021 Creative Writing I (.5)
CTE Digital Media & Communications (Film I) (.5)
CTE Digital Media & Communications (Film II) (.5)
Newspaper (1 0)
Yearbook (1.0)
ACC BUS 1015 Intro to Business (1.0)
ACC ENP 1005 Intro to Entrepreneurship (1 0)
ACC MAR 2016 Principles of Marketing (1.0)
CTE Social Media for Business (1.0)
AP Seminar (1 0)
CTE Tech Theatre I & II (1.0)
CTE Tech Theatre III & IV (1.0)
CTE Engineering I + CTE Engineering II (1.0)
Exploring Computer Science (.5)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.5 (In Pathway Coursework)
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS: National Art Honor Society (2 years)
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP: 10 hours of visual art-based community service OR work-based internship in an art field.
drawing & Painting
REQUIRED COURSES:
Drawing & Painting Levels I, II, III, & IV (2.0
Credits Total)
Art History I or II (.5)
One Art Elective (.5)
AP 2D Studio Art (1.0)
CHOOSE ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
Public Speaking (.5)
ACC ENG 2021 Creative Writing I (.5)
CTE Digital Media & Communications (Film I) (.5)
CTE Digital Media & Communications (Film II) (.5)
Newspaper (1.0)
Yearbook (1.0)
ACC BUS 1015 Intro to Business (1.0)
ACC ENP 1005 Intro to Entrepreneurship (1 0)
ACC MAR 2016 Principles of Marketing (1.0)
CTE Social Media for Business (1.0)
AP Seminar (1 0)
CTE Tech Theatre I & II (1.0)
CTE Tech Theatre III & IV (1.0)
CTE Engineering I + CTE Engineering II (1 0)
Exploring Computer Science (.5)
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
MINIMUM GPA: 3 5 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS: National Art
Honor Society (2 years)
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORK-BASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP: 10 hours of visual art-based community service OR work-based internship in an art field.
graphic Design
REQUIRED COURSES:
Graphic Design Levels I, II, III, & IV (2.0 Credits Total)
Art History I or II ( 5)
Drawing & Painting (.5) OR Photography (.5)
AP 2D Studio Art (1.0)
CHOOSE ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
Public Speaking (.5)
ACC ENG 2021 Creative Writing I (.5)
CTE Digital Media & Communications (Film I) (.5)
CTE Digital Media & Communications (Film II) (.5)
Newspaper (1.0)
Yearbook (1.0)
ACC BUS 1015 Intro to Business (1 0)
ACC ENP 1005 Intro to Entrepreneurship (1.0)
ACC MAR 2016 Principles of Marketing (1.0)
CTE Social Media for Business (1.0)
AP Seminar (1 0)
CTE Tech Theatre I & II (1.0)
CTE Tech Theatre III & IV (1.0)
CTE Engineering I + CTE Engineering II (1.0)
Exploring Computer Science (.5)
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
MINIMUM GPA: 3.5 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS: National Art
Honor Society (2 years)
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORK-BASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP: 10 hours of visual art-based community service OR work-based internship in an art field.
jewelry
REQUIRED COURSES:
Jewelry Levels I, II, III, & IV (2.0 Credits Total)
Art History I or II (.5)
One Art Elective (.5)
AP 3D Studio Art (1.0)
CHOOSE ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
Public Speaking (.5)
ACC ENG 2021 Creative Writing I ( 5)
CTE Digital Media & Communications (Film I) (.5)
CTE Digital Media & Communications (Film II) (.5)
Newspaper (1.0)
Yearbook (1.0)
ACC BUS 1015 Introduction to Business (1.0)
ACC ENP 1005 Introduction to Entrepreneurship (1.0)
ACC MAR 2016 Principles of Marketing (1.0)
CTE Social Media for Business (1.0)
AP Seminar (1.0)
CTE Tech Theatre I & II (1.0)
CTE Tech Theatre III & IV (1.0)
CTE Engineering I + CTE Engineering II (1.0)
Exploring Computer Science (.5)
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
MINIMUM GPA: 3.5 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS: National Art Honor Society (2 years)
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP: 10 hours of visual art-based community service OR work-based internship in an art field.
music
CHOOSE 5.0 CREDITS OF THE FOLLOWING COURSEWORK:
Jazz Ensemble I (.5)
Jazz Ensemble II ( 5)
Marching Band (.5)
Symphonic Band (.5)
Wind Ensemble (1.0)
Orchestra (1.0)
Chamber Orchestra (1.0)
SaberSingers (Concert Choir) (1.0)
Red Hot (Jazz Choir) (1 0)
Saber 8 (Tenor/Bass Select Choir) (1.0)
Versailles/Mirinesse (Treble Select Choir) (1.0)
Voices of the Pride (Select Mixed Choir) (1.0)
Percussion Tech ( 5)
Guitar I (.5)
Guitar II (.5)
Piano I (.5)
Piano II (.5)
ACC MUS 1020 Music Appreciation (.5)
Music Theory (.5)
Music Composition/MIDI ( 5)
Work with Pathway advisor to choose 1.0 Credit of AP/ CE course that fits your interests
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
MINIMUM GPA: 3.75 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Complete 2
Years of 1 of the Following): Choir, Band, Orchestra, Cast or Pit in Musical, Music Honors Society (Tri-M)
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORK-BASED
LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
Performances out of class
Professional Music Internship
photography
REQUIRED COURSES:
Photography Levels I, II, III, & IV (2.0 Credits Total)
CTE Digital Media A (.5)
CTE Commercial Photography I & II (1.0)
CTE Design and Multimedia ( 5)
Art History I or II (.5)
Drawing & Painting (.5) OR Graphic Design (.5)
AP 2D Studio Art (1 0)
CHOOSE ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
Public Speaking (.5)
ACC ENG 2021 Creative Writing I ( 5)
CTE Digital Media & Communications (Film I) (.5)
CTE Digital Media & Communications (Film II) (.5)
Newspaper (1.0)
Yearbook (1 0)
ACC BUS 1015 Intro to Business (1.0)
ACC ENP 1005 Intro to Entrepreneurship (1.0)
ACC MAR 2016 Principles of Marketing (1 0)
CTE Social Media for Business (1.0)
AP Seminar (1.0)
CTE Tech Theatre I & II (1.0)
CTE Tech Theatre III & IV (1 0)
CTE Engineering I + CTE Engineering II (1.0)
Exploring Computer Science (.5)
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
MINIMUM GPA: 3 5 (In Pathway Coursework)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS: National Art Honor Society (2 years)
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORK-BASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP: 10 hours of visual art-based community service OR work-based internship in an art field.
sculpture
REQUIRED COURSES:
Sculpture Levels I, II, III, & IV (2.0 Credits Total)
Art History I or II (.5)
One Art Elective (.5)
AP 3D Studio Art (1.0)
CHOOSE ONE FULL CREDIT OF THE FOLLOWING:
Public Speaking (.5)
ACC ENG 2021 Creative Writing I (.5)
CTE Digital Media & Communications (Film I) (.5)
CTE Digital Media & Communications (Film II) (.5)
Newspaper (1.0)
Yearbook (1.0)
ACC BUS 1015 Intro to Business (1.0)
ACC ENP 1005 Intro to Entrepreneurship (1 0)
ACC MAR 2016 Principles of Marketing (1.0)
CTE Social Media for Business (1.0)
AP Seminar (1 0)
CTE Tech Theatre I & II (1.0)
CTE Tech Theatre III & IV (1.0)
CTE Engineering I + CTE Engineering II (1 0)
Exploring Computer Science (.5)
MINIMUM GPA: 3.5 (In Pathway Coursework)
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS: National
Art Honor Society (2 years)
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP: 10 hours of visual art-based community service OR work-based internship in an art field.
THEATRE
CHOOSE 5.0 CREDITS OF THE FOLLOWING COURSEWORK):
CTE Theatre I (.5)
CTE Theatre II (.5)
CTE Theatre III (.5)
CTE Theatre IV (.5)
CTE Production Ensemble (1.0)
CTE Technical Theatre I (.5)
CTE Technical Theatre II (.5)
CTE Technical Theatre III (.5)
CTE Technical Theatre IV (.5)
Broadway Dance (.5)
Broadway Dance II (.5)
Advanced Dance (.5)
Public Speaking (.5)
Work with Pathway advisor to choose 1.0
Credit of AP/ CE course that fits your interests.
MINIMUM GPA: 3.75 (In Pathway Coursework)
P A T H W A Y
Commitments
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES/CLUBS (Must complete 2 years): Thespian Troupe 7117; Cast/Crew in Musical or Play; Speech & Debate
RELATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OR WORKBASED LEARNING/INTERNSHIP (Must complete 10 hours):
Performances out of class AND/OR Internship
