Career Pathways

Students have the opportunity to earn industry certifications in the following classes. Certifications can be used to gain employment while in high school or upon graduation.

• Introduction to Automotive Technology
• Automotive Technology 2: Brakes
• Automotive Technology 2: Electrical
• Automotive Technology 2: Steering and Suspension
• School Grounds Coffee Shop
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Introduction to Construction Trades

Work-based learning is a structured academic program where students engage in real-world activities with instruction occurring both at school and at a community-based setting with an employer. The experience provides students with opportunities to explore careers, master specific learning objectives, and earn academic credit under the supervision of a licensed work-based learning coordinator/teacher.

Students will need to work with their Counselors to determine if their schedule can allow availability to work off-campus during the school day and/or work with employers to coordinate hours outside the school day.

Students can apply for jobs with one of the industry partners below, or are encouraged to find their own positions of interest with industry partners in the area.

• Future Bear Educators (Education Career Pathway)
• Chromebookparts.com (IT Career Pathway) *Coming 2026-27
• Royal Credit Union (Business Career Pathway) *Coming 2026-27

A benefit to participating in Career Pathways courses is the opportunity to get real-world employment experience in your industry of choice before graduating high school! WBLAHS partners with the local community to provide summer part- and full-time employment opportunities in career pathway industries just for WBL students!

Summer employment is typically advertised to students in the spring. Students must be enrolled in a Career Pathway Google Classroom to be eligible for these summer positions. 

Future Bear Educators

Are you particularly good at explaining concepts to your classmates? Do you find yourself naturally guiding others during group activities? Do you typically offer to help your peers without being asked?

If so, the Future Bear Educators program might be for you! Future Bear Educators is your chance to explore a career in education while still in high school! You'll take college-level courses, get hands-on experience, and receive plenty of support—all while preparing to become an educator in our community.

Details found in the Future Bear Educators program details.

Questions can be directed to Ms. Lamwers at lindsay.lamwers@isd624.org.