LInked Learning Gold Pathways

Biomedical Science Academy, Eastside High School
Health Science and Medical Technology Pathway, certified spring 2019
A rigorous and relevant four-course biomedical science sequence allows students to investigate the roles of biomedical professionals as they study the concepts of human medicine, physiology, genetics, microbiology, and public health. Students engage in activities like investigating the death of a fictional person to learn content in the context of real-world cases. They examine the structures and interactions of human body systems and explore the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease—all while working collaboratively to understand and design solutions to the most pressing health challenges of today and the future. Each course in the biomedical science sequence builds on the skills and knowledge students gain in the preceding courses. Schools offer the three Biomedical Science foundation courses within a period of three academic years from the start of implementation and may also offer the capstone course.

Film Academy, Carlsbad High School
Arts, Media, and Entertainment Pathway, certified spring 2019
This academy offers a college preparatory curriculum designed to fulfill the academic and personal interests of students who want to learn to create film. Academy students write, direct, and produce their own films, gaining important collaborative, cooperative, and creative problem-solving skills. Graduates of the Film Academy acquire a 21st century literacy that includes the ability to successfully employ film to communicate throughout their professional and personal lives.

Medical Research and Education Academy, McLane High School
Medical Research and Education Academy, certified spring 2025

A Linked Learning pathway, California Partnership Academy, and NAF Distinguished Academy preparing students for a career in health science and medical technology by offering real-world internship opportunities and an excellent college preparation academic program that provides multiple options upon graduation. Students have opportunities to experience hands-on projects, and interact with healthcare and medical professionals. They will also earn industry certifications as well as being involved in valuable internships. In addition, students have opportunities to educate and present relevant information to the public and to youth.

Cabrillo Academy of Law & Justice, Cabrillo High School
Public Services Pathway, certified spring 2019
This academy provides students with the opportunity to explore the fields of legal studies and criminal justice through a series of rigorous and thematic classes focused on topics and issues relevant to the pathway. Students complete their A-G requirements while progressing through a sequence of advanced technical courses and work-based learning experiences designed to provide them with the opportunity to explore a multitude of careers in the legal and public safety industries. During their four years at Cabrillo, students in the academy gain the technical skills needed to be successful in college and career.

Criminal Justice & Investigation Pathway, Ernest S. McBride Senior High School
Public Services Pathway, recertified spring 2023 and certified spring 2019

Supported by a crime lab and legal counsel, this pathway places emphasis on a legal and forensics context throughout students' four-year experience. With simulated crime scenes, Constitutional Rights Foundation (CRF) Mock Trial competitions, and interactions with professionals, students come to understand the foundations of the criminal justice and legal systems; the science behind CSI; and the expectations of a future in law, criminology and public services. Students also see the connections between math, science, history, and English as important components of Criminal Justice.

Sato Academy, Sato Academy of Math and Science
Engineering and Architecture Pathway, certified spring 2022

Eunice Sato Academy of Math & Science is a public magnet high school in Long Beach, CA, that offers a college-preparatory STEM education with specialized pathways in Biomedical Science and Engineering. The curriculum uses Project Lead The Way (PLTW) and incorporates hands-on projects, such as 3D modeling, and modern tools like flight simulators and virtual reality. It is known for its innovative and collaborative approach to problem-solving in the sciences and engineering.

East LA Performing Arts Magnet, Esteban E. Torres High School
Arts, Media, and Entertainment Pathway, certified spring 2018

This magnet school engages a diverse group of students through a rigorous program of college-preparatory academic and performing arts courses using interdisciplinary, project-based learning to empower students to develop their academic and artistic skills to their fullest potential so that they may succeed in college and their careers. The vision and mission revolve around providing rigorous standards-based instruction that allows students to express themselves through writing, research, and performing. Students become effective communicators in a broad range of media to address issues that affect their diverse communities and themselves. They are encouraged and supported by their school community as they discover, develop, and demonstrate their talents, interests, and learning.

Environmental Science, Engineering & Technology Academy (ESET), Carson Senior High School
Energy, Environment, and Utilities Pathway, certified spring 2018

In this academy, lessons from the classroom blossom and grow into real and relevant projects. Students are invited to design and create a sustainable energy project; build and maintain a living green space complete with organic fruits, vegetables, and herbs; grow vertically using hydroponics; build a remote operating vehicle, a remote hydrogen fuel cell car, or robot; repair, restore, and/or design an automobile; design a lasting eco art piece; travel and learn about a national park—in short, this is where technology combines with creativity and learning comes alive with possibilities. The academy uses a holistic approach to learning with career focuses in the natural environment, engineering, computers, and automotive arenas—all with an overarching theme of local and global sustainability. Students have opportunities to meet industry and community partners, receive mentorship, earn an internship, and visit companies and businesses associated with STEAM careers.

Law and Public Service Magnet Pathway, Theodore Roosevelt Senior High
Public Services Pathway, certified spring 2024

The Law and Public Service Magnet at Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School in Los Angeles Unified School District is an academic pathway that prepares students for college and careers in law and public service. Students in this magnet program can expect to engage with social justice frameworks, interdisciplinary learning, and develop skills in areas like restorative practices.

STEM Academy, Boyle Heights STEM Magnet High School
Engineering and Architecture Pathway, recertified spring 2024 and certified fall 2020

Located in the historic neighborhood of Boyle Heights in East Los Angeles, STEM Academy of Boyle Heights is a collaborative learning community that educates students with an emphasis on developing STEM literacy and 21st century skills. It strives to produce graduates with the disposition, knowledge, and skills to make positive contributions in a changing world. STEM Academy of Boyle Heights was the first pathway in the nation to become Linked Learning Gold Certified through a virtual review during COVID-19.

Huntington Park Institute of Applied Medicine, Linda Esperanza Marquez High School
Health Science and Medical Technology Pathway, certified spring 2021

This small public pilot school is one of several options within the Huntington Park/Marquez Zone of Choice available to students residing in the local attendance area. It provides an environment allowing students, families, and school personnel to develop strong connections with each other, actively engage in the educational process, and work collaboratively to improve the quality of life for all in the local community. The pathway’s mission is to provide every student with a rigorous and relevant standards-based curriculum that provides opportunities to explore health and medical related careers and professions, as well as enables students to achieve academic excellence in a safe and supportive learning environment.

New Media Academy, Hollywood High School
Arts, Media, and Entertainment Pathway, certified spring 2021, re-certified spring 2025

This academy supports the development of savvy consumers and producers of media by engaging youth in creative intellectual pursuits using a multi-disciplinary, project-based approach. Located in the heart of Hollywood, the New Media Academy provides students with the opportunity to graduate from high school ready to enter college and be part of the talent pipeline to the media industry central to the Los Angeles economy. The academy has formed strong partnerships with important media firms and industry professionals resulting in quality internship opportunities for students and opening up professional networks and mentorships that have lasting impact on young people’s lives. These partnerships also result in engaging, academically rigorous projects for all students grounded in industry and college prep academic standards.

Patient Care, Francisco Bravo Medical Magnet High School
Health Science and Medical Technology Pathway, certified spring 2022

As a Medical Magnet, Bravo Medical Magnet High School has always offered our students a rigorous academic program, but we also prepare our students to plan for a possible career in health or medicine as early as the 9th grade. By their 11th & 12th grade years, students have the option to specialize their education and pursue Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways in Biotechnology and Patient Care as well as other pathway options in Academic, Arts and AP Coursework.

STEMM Magnet, Hollenbeck Middle School
STEMM Magnet, certified spring 2022

Hollenbeck Middle School STEM Medical Magnet prepares students to be college and career ready with an emphasis in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Math and Medicine. Through a stimulating and challenging academic curriculum, and a commitment to the social and emotional well being of our students, Hollenbeck STEMM Medical Magnet strives to inspire socially responsible and passionate, educated leaders, able to meet the challenges of the 21st Century, and in the process create a positive change in the Boyle Heights community.

Early Childhood Education, San Gorgonio High School
Early Childhood Education Pathway, certified spring 2025

The Early Childhood Education Pathway provides training for entry-level positions in the childcare industry. The skills taught can be used in a variety of different childcare settings such as center-based, home-based, and elementary school (grades K-3). Classroom instruction and practical experiences include child development, child management, health and safety issues and curriculum exploration. With these skills, students will have a solid foundation for continued training in this field at the postsecondary level.

Educators For Tomorrow Academy, Arroyo Valley High School
Educators For Tomorrow Academy, certified fall 2025

A California Distinguished Partnership Academy with a focus on careers in education, child development, family and social services. The students will leave the program with many opportunities of hands-on classroom experiences, working with teachers and students at all grade levels, all the while preparing themselves for a 21st Century work environment in and out of the many fields of education.

Business of Science and Technology Academy, San Andreas High School
Business & Technology Pathway, certified spring 2023

This pathway offers students cutting-edge technology, business, and agriculture training. They learn about modern growing technologies in addition to working and harvesting produce in a progressive hydroponics lab and greenhouse. Students travel to and work with community businesses, schools, and agencies. Additionally, they deliver produce to Nutrition Services, restaurants, and community food banks.

Business and Logistics Academy, Arroyo Valley High School
Marketing, Sales, and Service Pathway, certified spring 2020

The Business and Logistics Academy is committed to providing students with hands-on experience in the classroom. Participating students develop the skills to build virtual business, become certified in Microsoft Office, manage money, and work in global logistics.

Digital Design and Communications Academy, Pacific High School
Arts, Media, and Entertainment Pathway, Business & Finance, certified spring 2021

This career pathway prepares students to become animators, movie or video producers, directors, actors, voice actors, web artists, graphic designers, illustrators, or freelance artists. Students use video, audio, music, graphics, animation, programming, and web skills to create their own digital portfolio. The A-G approved courses in this academy ensure that students are prepared for college and careers in the 21st century by combining academic and career technical skills. Students are invited to participate in work-based learning opportunities such as guest speaker engagements, field trips, job shadowing, and internships. All who complete the pathway have the opportunity to earn articulated college credit and/or industry certification.

Project Lead the Way (PTLW) Biomedical Science Academy, Pacific High School
Health Science and Medical Technology Pathway, re-certified spring 2025

Whether discovering new cancer treatments or teaching healthy lifestyle choices to their communities, today’s biomedical science professionals are tackling big challenges to improve the future. Pacific’s PLTW Biomedical Science Academy students are taking on these same real-world challenges—and they’re doing it before they even graduate from high school. Participating students work with the same tools used by professionals in hospitals and labs; they engage in compelling, hands-on activities and consistently work in teams to find solutions to problems that may change how medical society operates. By the time students graduate, they are well prepared to navigate any career path they may take.