Windsor Unified School District

Arête Media Academy is a CPA with a Media Arts CTE pathway. Arête students use technology, media arts, and industry practices to strategically connect, communicate, collaborate, create, and publish their work for an authentic audience. Students gain proficiency in industry-standard software and are immersed in a project-based environment. The training offered in the academy provides a firm foundation for further education in Media Arts, includes internships with local industry professionals and exposure to post-secondary educational institutions. Coursework develops the skills required for success in post-secondary education and professional work environments including problem solving, critical thinking, collaboration, and written and verbal expression. The CPA grant funds this program’s enrichment activities, field trips, academic support program, technology, and guest speakers.

Axis STEM Academy is a CPA with embedded CTE courses from Project Lead the Way. Honors and non-honors students gain skills that support college and career goals in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. They learn to investigate and question the interrelated facets of the modern world and the intersections of engineering, design technology and culture including several hands-on design-build projects each year. The training offered in this academy provides a firm foundation for further education in the Engineering and Architectural Design industry sector, and includes internships with local industry professionals and exposure to post-secondary educational institutions. The CPA grant funds the program’s enrichment activities, field trips, academic support program, technology, and guest speakers. 

The Windsor High School BUILD Academy is a CPA focused on the building and construction industry. Students gain practical, hands-on experience in construction, project management, and industry-specific skills, while preparing for both college and the workforce. The program offers opportunities to earn an OSHA certification, develop proficiency with construction tools, and receive training in project management, estimating, and material acquisition. The program emphasizes real-world, project-based learning, teamwork, time management, and industry standards. Students collaborate with industry professionals on work-based learning projects and are exposed to career opportunities in the building and construction trades. The BUILD Academy develops skills in problem solving, collaboration, and communication, which are essential for professional success. The program’s curriculum integrates core academic subjects with specialized training, and students receive ongoing support from teachers throughout the two-year program. Enrichment activities, field trips, academic support, and industry guest speakers are made possible through the program’s partnerships and resources.

Business and Hospitality (formerly Vineyard) Academy is a CPA with a Food Service and Hospitality CTE pathway. Topics and projects in this Focus Area involve learning aspects of running a business, writing a complete business plan, presenting an investment opportunity (pitch) to adults in the community and participating in a range of projects visible in the Windsor and Sonoma County communities. Coursework develops the skills required for success in post-secondary education and professional work environments including problem solving, critical thinking, collaboration, written and verbal expression, including many public presentations. Students work with industry professionals to learn about careers, complete senior projects and job shadows. Students earn Food Handlers certifications and will examine the intersections and economic impact of local tourism and hospitality industries. The CPA grant funds the program’s enrichment activities, field trips, academic support program, technology, and guest speakers. 

Nueva is a CPA with a Production and Managerial Arts CTE pathway. Honors and academic students work collaboratively in a project-based environment. Nueva students gain proficiency in industry standard Adobe software, develop professional websites and may have opportunities to earn industry certifications and early college credit. Students work with industry professionals to complete work-based learning projects, and to design, market, and produce live stage productions twice each year. Coursework develops the skills required for success in post-secondary education and professional work environments including problem solving, critical thinking, collaboration, and written and verbal expression. The CPA grant supports the program’s enrichment activities, field trips, academic support program, technology, and guest speakers.