California Advancing Pathways for Students (CalAPS)

High School Students From Multiple Districts Learn Construction

Program Snapshot

  • Partner Since: 2024
  • Service Area: Bellflower, Lynwood, Paramount and ABC Unified School District
  • Skilled Trade: Residential Construction
  • 2026 Enrollment: 20 high school students
  • Program Length: four weeks, 95 hours
  • Credentials Offered: OSHA 10, CPR, First Aid
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Unique Program Components

  • In 2024, it piloted its first summer program in Construction where 17 students completed the renovation of a campus shed.
  • In 2026, students will complete small-scale construction projects integrating electrical, plumbing and solar systems and complete a community impact project.
  • Students will participate in financial literacy workshops, learn from industry guest speakers and draft personalized next step plans.

About CalAPS

Regional Occupational Program (ROP)

CalAPS is a Career Technical Education (CTE) program that serves high school students from ABC, Bellflower, Lynwood and Paramount Unified School Districts. CalAPS provides hands-on, industry-aligned pathways programs through strong partnerships with local businesses and higher education institutions.

CalAPS website