Optional Learning Pathways

Explore Your Future with Career & Technical Education (CTE)!

Are you ready to gain real-world skills, hands-on experience, and a competitive edge for your future? The Career & Technical Education (CTE) Department at P-CEP offers a diverse range of career-based courses designed to prepare students for success in college, careers, and beyond!

Our Programs Include:

• Auto & Collision Repair – Hands-on training in a full-service student-led auto shop, with opportunities to earn ASE certifications.
•  Educational Careers – Step into the classroom and explore teaching as a profession.
•  Graphic Design & Photoshop – Master industry-standard software and unleash your creativity.
•  Marketing & Business – Run one of our three school stores and develop real-world business skills.
•  CAD (Computer-Aided Design) – Design the future with cutting-edge technology.
•  Cybersecurity & Computer Programming – Learn the skills needed to thrive in the tech industry.
•  Health Occupations – Get a head start in medical careers with hands-on learning experiences and earn EKG, BLS, and CPR certifications.
•  Culinary Arts – Train in a full-service student-led restaurant and gain restaurant management experience.

Why Choose CTE?

• Earn Industry-Recognized Credentials – Most of our programs offer real-world certifications that can jumpstart your career in a CTE field. These credentials, such as ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) for Auto, EKG/BLS/CPR for Health Occupations, and more, give students a significant advantage when entering the workforce.
•  Hands-On Learning – Gain practical skills in real-world settings.
•  Competitions & Scholarships – Many of our programs offer annual competitions that can lead to out-of-state trips and scholarship opportunities.
•  Student-Led Businesses – Take charge and develop leadership skills in our restaurant, auto shop, and school stores.
•  College & Career Ready – Many programs offer certifications and direct career pathways.

Whether you're looking to jumpstart a career or prepare for college, CTE gives you the tools to succeed!

For more information on the CTE Program, please contact: 
Montyne Barbee, Assistant Principal STEM and CTE 
734-416-7539 or montyne.barbee@pccsk12.com

Core Performance Indicator (CPI) (PDF) "Region 29 District Career and Technical Education Requirements Assurance"

International Academy

Promoting personal development and a passion for learning, the International Academy @ The Park (IA@P) provides students with the opportunity to approach their high school studies from a global perspective. Cultural appreciation, theory of knowledge, and global citizenship are the hallmarks of this academy. Highlights of the IA@P include a strong focus on acquisition of world languages, emphasis on honors and advanced studies, interdisciplinary courses, field experience, and a partnership with higher education institutions which will allow students to earn college credit. Students who enroll in this academy have the opportunity to earn an International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. IB exams are administered by IBO at an additional cost. Fee waivers are available for qualifying families. Plymouth High School is an IB World School for the Diploma Program. International Baccalaureate (IB) schools share a common philosophy—a commitment to a high quality, challenging, international education that P-CCS believes is important for our students.

International (Baccalaureate) Academy (IA@P-CEP)  Information for 8th Grade Students  video - Town Hall Recording

Directors:
Casey Swanson casey.swanson@pccsk12.com
Becky Kraft becky.kraft@pccsk12.com

International Academy @ P-CEP website 
(Google site)

Did you know that P-CCS offers an Early Middle College experience for high school students?

What is Early Middle College and what are the benefits?                                                                                              

• A rigorous five-year high school program that combines both high school and college degree requirements

• Students can earn an associate degree or certificate along with their high school diploma,  up to 60 college credits at the end of the fifth year

• Students are enrolled in a focused program of study

• Students have access to support services which enhance their success 

• Tuition and fees are paid by the school district up to an allocated amount

P-CCS has partnered with Schoolcraft College and Washtenaw Community College to provide this opportunity.

Students will apply for the program during the second semester of 9th grade.  

If you have any questions, please contact Amanda Pelukas, P-CCS Early Middle College Coordinator at amanda.pelukas@pccsk12.com

Program details can be found below!

P-CCS Early Middle College Frequently Asked Questions (Google Doc)

Early Middle College Information Presentation (Google Slides)

Early Middle College Flier (PDF)

Early Middle College Informational Video (Youtube)

Quick Overview & Course Plans (Google Doc)

Dual Enrollment and Early Middle College What’s the Difference? (PDF)

DE or EMC Which is right for you? (Google Doc)

EMC Application (CURRENT 9th and 10th Graders can apply in Spring 2026)

Smaller Learning Communities at Canton, Plymouth, and Salem High Schools

Smaller Learning Communities are a personalized, interdisciplinary approach to learning for 9th grade students.  The goal of our 9th grade Smaller Learning Communities (SLCs) is to assist students in making a successful transition from middle school to high school and to be able to offer rich interdisciplinary learning experiences. Teams of two teachers (World History and World Literature) support approximately 60 students academically and foster connectedness with peers in smaller environments within students’ home buildings.

• The student’s SLC team (approximately 60 students) only applies to the students’ World History and World Literature classes in a two-hour block of time.
• Teachers may plan integrated lessons and projects, confer regularly regarding student progress, and take part in assemblies and field trips.
• Projects based learning and cross-curricular instruction between World History and World Literature may be explored.

Contact - Lauren Cummings at lauren.cummings@pccsk12.com for additional information or questions.
734-416-2813

SLC Information for 8th grade students