The Innovation Pathways Program was developed to help expand career field exploration through technical education within Worcester Public Schools. Students participating in the program will experience an in depth look at a career field of their interest, gain industry recognized credentials in that area, engage in college and career planning activities, take college-level classes in preparation for career advancement, and enhance their experience through a summer internship or a capstone project. Worcester Public Schools has worked with many organizations and businesses to develop a program that meets the needs and interests of students as well as future labor market demands. We are proud partners with:

• MassHire Central Region Workforce Board

• One8 Foundation

• Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce

Worcester Public Schools Innovation Pathway Program Website

Current 9th graders are given preference but open to 10th graders as well

• Must be passing 4 year-long classes at time of application (end of rst semester)

• Must pass discipline review for safety

• Have 10 or fewer absences at time of application (end of first semester)

• Must complete application

• 2-3 sentence personal statement

• Teacher recommendation

• If all above requirements are met, students will participate in an interview

• Program participants will be selected via a lottery from qualified candidates.

Each student will apply to one technical pathway. Please see pathways for specific yearly enrollment. Enrollment is allocated equitably by schools across the district based on applicant interest. Program wait-lists will be maintained for each school if applications exceed enrollment capacity.

• English

• Albanian

• Arabic

• Nepali

• Portuguese

• Spanish

• Twi

• Vietnamese

Please complete the following application below if you are interested in the Innovation Pathways Program:

Innovation Pathways Program Application 2020-21 - North High School

Program Director Contact Information

Drew Weymouth
Director of Innovation Pathways
(508) 799-1985
Email Drew Weymouth

Massachusetts Department Of Elementary and Secondary Education High Quality College and Career Pathways Initiative Presentation On The Innovation Pathways Program

Presentation on Innovation Pathway Designation Process and Criteria

Counseling Staff Directory

Community Engagement

College & Career Planning Resources

Program of Studies

Alternative Resources for Students