Pathway and Life Skills
Pathways articulates the benchmarks our school district is using to create college and career ready graduates.

AVID
AVID (Advanced via Individual Determination) is a K-12 college-readiness system. The mission of AVID is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society.

STRIVE
The purpose of the Fridley-Columbia Heights STRIVE program is to motivate eligible CHPS seniors to discover their own strengths and talents in order to increase their potential and academic achievement.

Ramp Up to Readiness
Our schools use the University of Minnesota's Ramp Up to Readiness program in advisory. Students meet in small groups with staff members throughout the school year to cover topics like school success today, goal setting, career interested, college possibilities, building a resume and keeping on top of grades now.

Arts
The Heighten the Arts committee works to create, implement and sustain a life-altering education program for the CHPS community.

Power of You
The "Power of You" program covers the cost of tuition and fees for two years or up to 72 credits.

Minneapolis Community & Technical College

St. Paul College

College Possible
ACT and college application preparation, scholarship and financial aid support for juniors and seniors after school.

PSEO
Qualified sophomores, juniors and seniors may attend free, on-campus college (and limited online courses).

Business & Engineering
Classes that immerse students in design and construction.

Genesys Works
Paid technology internships at corporate settings during the school day.

School to Work
Juniors and seniors can explore career options through Century Community and Technical College - college credits may also be earned. This program is managed through Northeast Metro 916.

Technology Integration
Technology is integrated into our classrooms in order to personalize the learning experience of our students.

Early Childhood

Elementary

Middle School

High School