Architectural Design and Engineering Academy (ADE) — The Architectural Design and Engineering (ADE) Academy at Cosumnes Oaks High School prepares students for the fields related to engineering and architecture that are in high demand. Our students have ample opportunities to explore the complex worlds of engineering, construction, architecture and green energy. Students gain hands-on projectbased learning experiences that require creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The ADE Academy’s most unique feature is its rHOUSE project, a LEED for Homes Platinum residential house/classroom, where students work on projects related to green energy systems. ADE offers the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Core Curriculum and plans to offer an OSHA 10-hour General Industry certification. Outside of the ADE courses, students engage in core academic courses that are linked with academy projects and goals, making the work completed in both the ADE and core academic courses more authentic.

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Email: COHSADE@egusd.net
Phone: (916) 686-7670

Broadcast Pathway — Students in this pathway work with high-end technology in a hands-on, use industry-standard editing software, and have the opportunity to experience how the video and audio production profession works. Students experience the art and craft of digital media production. Students will receive a high quality education in the digital media fields as well as developing the highly transferable skills of communication, collaboration and problem-solving. When students leave the Broadcasting Pathway they are truly prepared for both college and career. This pathway provides students with the skills necessary to gain employment or to pursue advanced study.

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Email: EXPLORE@egusd.net
Phone: (916) 686-7670

Culinary Arts Academy (CAA) — Cosumnes Oaks High School’s Culinary Arts Academy provides students with an interest in the culinary arts field hands-on learning experiences within a professional kitchen environment. Culinary Arts Academy students receive a four-year sequenced curriculum that prepares them for National Restaurant Certification. Students learn nutrition science, restaurant management, food chemistry and culinary skills to prepare them for employment in the hospitality, tourism or recreation industry.

CAA uses the “ProStart” industry-certified culinary curriculum that allows junior and senior students the opportunity to work at restaurants prior to graduation. Students also have the opportunity to become ServSafe-certified while in the academy, allowing them to work in the food service industry while still enrolled at Cosumnes Oaks.

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Email: COHSCAA@egusd.net
Phone: (916) 686-7670

Digital Communications Pathway — Students work with high-end technology, use industry-standard software, and have the opportunity to experience how the digital arts profession works. Students will receive a high quality education in the digital communications fields as well as developing the highly transferable skills of creative thinking, teamwork, collaboration and problem-solving. Students will develop a portfolio of professional quality art that will be articulated with post secondary partners. When students leave this programs, they are truly prepared for both college and career. Digital Communications provides the skills necessary to gain employment or to pursue advanced study.

Course instruction is enhanced through mentoring and internships. Articulated post secondary credits are available.

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Phone: (916) 686-7670

Information & Communication Technologies – Robotics & Programming Pathway — Students in the Software and Systems Development pathway prepare for careers related to computer science that involve the design, development, implementation, maintenance and management of systems that rely on software programs to satisfy the operational needs of modern business organizations. This pathway focuses on computer programming for solving applied problems in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), such as solving problems in algebra and robotics.

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Email: EXPLORE@egusd.net
Phone: 916.686.7670

Medical Careers Pathway — The Medical Careers Pathway is a 3-course pathway designed for students who intend to enter the healthcare career field. The pathway curriculum focuses on foundational knowledge and skills needed to be successful in any career involving patient care. The pathway has been aligned with industry developed core competencies and skills, as well as, three Los Rios Community College Courses required for health pathway programs. This pathway also includes guest speakers, job shadowing, internship opportunities and mentorships with industry partners and pre-med students from local colleges.

The mission of Cosumnes Oaks Medical Careers Pathway is to provide the skills and foundational knowledge for students to pursue post-secondary options for healthcare careers and educational programs. Patient care skills will be developed through hands-on activities, pre-med mentors and industry partnerships that provide a variety of real-world experiences.

Articulated post secondary credits are available.

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Email: EXPLORE@egusd.net
Phone: 916.686.7670

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