CTAE Pathways
This fundamental pathway covers the essentials of programming in Python, JavaScript, and Java, while also teaching students how to build the webpages using HTML and CSS.
What is Computer Science?
This "Base-2" number system is the fundamental language of computers, consisting entirely of 0s and 1s.
What is Binary?
In this viral Netflix sensation, contestants play deadly versions of children's games like "Red Light, Green Light" for a massive cash prize.
What is Squid Game?
A term used to denote a lie or exaggeration.
What is Cap?
Led by Mr. McDonald and Mr. Roberts, students in this path study mechatronics and autonomous navigation while earning a drone certificate.
What is Robotics?
Contrary to popular belief, this "Cloud-based" system isn't actually in the sky; it's just a collection of these reachable via the internet.
What are Servers (or Data-Centers)?
Set in the town of Hawkins, Indiana, this 80s-inspired series follows a group of kids fighting monsters from the "Upside Down."
What is Stranger Things?
If you didn't study for the exam and the test is 20 FRQs, you might simply tell your friends you are this.
What is Cooked?
Taught by Mr. Schepens, this is the only place on campus where you'll use the Unity platform and Visual C# to build software specifically for full-size arcade cabinets.
What is Game Design?
The vast majority of the world's internet traffic and data are transmitted through these.
What are Fiber-Optic Cables?
This HBO hit based on a video game follows Joel and Ellie as they trek across a post-apocalyptic U.S. infested with fungal "clickers."
What is The Last of Us?
Originally a niche gaming term, this three-letter adjective now describes any behavior that seems "off" or untrustworthy.
What is Sus?
In this pathway led by Mr. Boyette, students master the "12 Principles" while utilizing a professional software suite including Adobe After Effects and Autodesk 3DS Max.
What is Animation?
This specific type of Artificial Intelligence, like ChatGPT or Gemini, uses patterns in data to create entirely new content.
What is Generative AI?
Directed by Tim Burton, this Netflix hit follows a deadpan, pigtail-wearing protagonist as she solves a supernatural mystery at Nevermore Academy.
What is Wednesday?
When a student won't stop over-praising a teacher just to get a grade boost, the rest of the class might accuse them of this.
What is Glazing?
This newest high-demand pathway begins with "Concepts" and moves into "Applications," where students train models to recognize patterns.
What is Artificial Intelligence?
This theoretical stage of AI development refers to a machine that can perform any intellectual task a human can, across any domain.
What is Artificial General Intelligence? (or AGI)
This "superhero" satire on Amazon Prime follows a group of vigilantes trying to take down "The Seven" and the corrupt Vought International.
What is The Boys?
This metaphysical "measurement" can be lost by doing something embarrassing or gained by doing something impressive; it's the ultimate vibe check.
What is Aura?