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Urbana School District 116

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Educational Pathways

Educational Pathways

In Urbana School District, our goal is to ensure that every student graduates college and career ready. One way we support this work is through Educational Pathways. Educational Pathways are clusters of strategically planned sequences of career-oriented courses paired with required general education courses that lead directly to a post-secondary plan.

Planning the Path

Educational Pathways are available to students beginning in sixth grade. Within each Pathway, there are sequences of courses for a student to choose from. The PaCE Framework is a tool that will assist students in planning for their future based on current interests and aptitudes. 

    • Lakeside Middle
    • Mountainside Middle
    • Brookside Middle
    • Bayside Middle

    • Riverglen Head Start
    • Crestbrook School – independent study
    • Creekline School – K12 special needs
    • Streamview Adult School

     

Pathway Endorsements

We offer an array of exceptional programs and services that cater to diverse student needs, fostering academic excellence, creativity, and holistic development.

 

Education Pathway 

 

Students at Urbana High School have the option to pursue the College and Career Pathway Endorsement in Education. Students earn endorsements by completing an individualized learning plan, a career-focused instructional sequence, and professional learning opportunities. Once earned, the endorsement is added to a student’s diploma, which signals their readiness for postsecondary education and entry-lvel career expectations. 

Educations Pathway

Child Development or Human Development Family Wellness (1 semester) → Advanced Child Care and Development (1 year) → Advanced Child Care and Development Year 2 (1 year) → Intro to Careers in Education or Intro to Teaching (1 semester) → Introduction to Psychology (1 semester) → AP Psychology (1 Year)

Upper level opportunities include: 

  • ECCA Education Pathway
  • Executive Internship
  • Cooperative Education
  • Strong core curriculum that meets or exceeds state standards
  • Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs for high school students
  • Gifted and Talented programs to challenge advanced learners
  • Special Education programs to support students with special needs
  • Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs to provide students with job-related skills

Additional Resource

Sustainable Learning for Our Future

Mountain SD is dedicated to reducing its carbon footprint and fostering a culture of sustainability within its schools and central office.

Sustainability is a core value for our district, and we strive to create a learning environment that promotes environmental responsibility for future generations.

The district has implemented a comprehensive program that includes a variety of initiatives. These include:

  • installing solar panels on school rooftops to generate clean energy
  • implementing a robust recycling and composting program to reduce waste
  • promoting the use of electric school buses for cleaner transportation
  • parterning with local farms to source fresh, locally-grown food for its cafeterias

These efforts are not only benefiting the environment, but also creating a more engaging learning experience for students. Through school gardens and outdoor classrooms, students are actively involved in understanding environmental issues and exploring sustainable solutions.

Mountain SD is committed to continuing its leadership in sustainability and inspiring other school districts to adopt similar practices.