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La Porte High School offers a robust selection of Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways that align perfectly with Indiana's new diploma requirements. These pathways provide students with valuable skills, industry-recognized credentials, and work-based learning opportunities that can help them earn the new readiness seals under Indiana's redesigned diploma system.


Career and Technical Education

Three specialized pathways including Agriculture: Mechanical and Engineering (final year in 2025-26), Agriculture: Agriscience-Animals, and Agriculture: Natural Resources


Agriculture

Five diverse pathways including Business Administration, Marketing and Sales, Entrepreneurship, Networking, and Digital Design


Business

Three technical pathways including Engineering, Construction Trades-Carpentry, and Welding Technology


Industrial Technology

Three service-oriented pathways including Education Careers, Culinary Arts, and Human Services


Family and Consumer Science

Two healthcare-focused pathways including Biomedical Sciences and Technology, and Pre-Nursing


Healthcare/Health Science

New for 2025-2026, offering Principles of Criminal Justice with Law Enforcement Fundamentals and Corrections and Cultural Awareness anticipated for 2026-27


Public Safety

Our NEW Civic Arts Locally Created Pathway (LCP) offers specialized tracks for students passionate about performing arts. This innovative program satisfies Indiana's new diploma requirements while developing your artistic talents and preparing you for careers in the arts.

### Four Specialized Tracks:

**1. Band Track**

*   **Core Requirements:**

    *   3 years of band classes (any combination)
    *   Enrollment in band during senior year

*   **Required Coursework:** Beginning or Intermediate Concert Band plus one principles course (Business Management, Teaching, or Human Services)

*   **Advanced Coursework:** Advanced Concert Band

*   **Employability Skills:** Options include student assistant roles, cadet teaching with performing arts teachers, leadership positions, or ISSMA Solo & Ensemble participation

*   **Culminating Experience:** Senior website portfolio or senior pathway recital

**2. Choir Track**

*   **Core Requirements:**

    *   3 years of choir classes (any combination)
    *   Enrollment in choir during senior year

*   **Required Coursework:** Beginning Chorus plus one principles course (Business Management, Teaching, or Human Services)

*   **Advanced Coursework:** Advanced Chorus

*   **Employability Skills:** Similar options to the band track, focused on vocal performance

*   **Culminating Experience:** Senior website portfolio or senior pathway recital

**3. Orchestra Track**

*   **Core Requirements:**

    *   3 years of orchestra classes (any combination)
    *   Enrollment in orchestra during senior year

*   **Required Coursework:** Intermediate Orchestra plus one principles course (Business Management, Teaching, or Human Services)

*   **Advanced Coursework:** Advanced Orchestra

*   **Employability Skills:** Performance and leadership opportunities similar to band track

*   **Culminating Experience:** Senior website portfolio or senior pathway recital

**4. Theater Track**

*   **Core Requirements:**

    *   3 years of theater performances
    *   Participation in productions during senior year

*   **Required Coursework:** Theater Arts or Technical Theater plus one principles course (Business Management, Teaching, or Human Services)

*   **Advanced Coursework:** Advanced Theater Arts or Advanced Technical Theater

*   **Employability Skills:** Production roles, cadet teaching, officer positions, or management experience

*   **Culminating Experience:** Senior website portfolio or performance/design presentation


Civic Arts

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Diploma Changes

25-26 Program of Studies

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## Your Future in Law Enforcement Starts Here

Are you interested in law, justice, public safety, or helping your community? Our new **Criminal Justice Pathway** offers a dynamic introduction to law enforcement, corrections, legal services, and public safety careers.

### What You'll Learn:

*   **2025-2026:** Begin with **Principles of Criminal Justice** and build a strong foundation in criminal law, the court system, and law enforcement practices
*   **2026-2027 (Anticipated):** Continue with **Law Enforcement Fundamentals** and **Corrections and Cultural Awareness** to deepen your expertise

### **Career Opportunities:**

This pathway prepares you for careers in:

*   Police and detective work
*   Corrections and rehabilitation
*   Legal services
*   Homeland security
*   Emergency management
*   Private security

### **Pathway Benefits:**

*   Hands-on learning experiences with industry professionals
*   Exploration of real-world scenarios and case studies
*   Development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills
*   Understanding of legal and ethical responsibilities
*   Potential for internships with local law enforcement agencies
