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Innovation Career Pathways

Our Advanced Manufacturing Career Pathway is a DESE-designated Innovation Pathways program that provides students with exploration and immersion opportunities throughout their four years of high school within a specific industry. This program offers students early exposure to the advanced manufacturing and engineering industry via career exploration opportunities in club activities, industry-relevant coursework, and work-based learning or internship experiences. All participants leave ARHS with a foundation of career and college preparation for this field. Enrolling in the ICP pathway has several advantages, including:

  • Discovering new interests by exploring all that ARHS has to offer in its Computer Science, Engineering, & Advanced Manufacturing classes and clubs. Students can use the latest tools, machines, and computer-aided design to create 3D-printed projects that inspire them to discover their potential in this industry. 
  • Learning about the industry by gaining insights into how Advanced Manufacturing is evolving in Massachusetts. Students will discover what they need to succeed in this in-demand industry and join the growing number of young engineers, designers, and technicians already advancing in this career pathway. 
  • Developing skills by taking ARHS engineering, electronics, computer-aided design, computer science, fabrication, and robotics courses. Students will learn industry skills to create sketches, build prototypes, read blueprints, and design digital representations of their ideas. 
  • Exploring careers by going on field trips to check out businesses, manufacturers, and labs in the area, and meeting people who do this work every day. Students may even intern for one of these companies during their Senior year!  
  • Gain industry-recognized credentials in that area of manufacturing, including: OSHA 10 and MassMEP MACWIC Level 1 and 2. 
  • Enroll in engineering classes at Greenfield Community College or Holyoke Community College through dual enrollment. Credits earned will be used to fulfill ARHS graduation requirements and will count toward engineering associate degrees at HCC, GCC, and STCC, or provide foundation classes toward a 4-year degree. 

Launching their career pathway by leaving ARHS with skills and credentials to jumpstart their career and advance them in this diverse and lucrative industry. There will be opportunities to challenge themselves by taking advanced classes, exploring college programs, and participating in an internship that will utilize all the skills, knowledge, and values they have built at ARHS. 

If you are interested in the IP program, please fill out the interest form so that we know who you are and can keep you informed about upcoming events.

 

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Program Partners

Amherst Regional High School has officially partnered with a variety of non-profit organizations, higher education institutions, and industry partners to develop a cohesive career readiness program that meets the needs and interests of students as well as our local labor market demands. 

MassHire
UMass
Holyoke Community College
Springfield Technical College
Greenfield Community College
Massachusetts Life Science Center
 

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Application Information

If you are interested in the ICP program, please fill out the interest form so that we know who you are and forward you the application. Quality Innovation Pathways candidates are currently passing their academic classes at this point in the year, have satisfactory attendance and commitment to school, and have no safety-related concerns during high school. Students identified as English Language Learners, English as a Second Language, Special Education, First-Generation College, and Economically Disadvantaged are encouraged to apply.

Program Benefits

  • Career and Academic Planning with the IP Director and School Counselors
  • IP students can qualify for paid summer work opportunities through YouthWorks /NEFWC
  • Research future college and career opportunities, learn and practice employability skills, enhance technical and communication skills, and ensure their success in school and in the IP Program
     

Program Requirements