Westminster HS CTE Programs
Westminster High School
Westminster High School CTE Program
This is a unique program that Westminster High offers students. The program operates year-round on 8 acres of land. We are almost completely self supporting with much of the funding coming from the many projects available for the students.
Students can have SAE (supervised agriculture experience) projects which includes either animals, plants, and/or mechanic projects. Students are required to care for and maintain records on their projects. These projects help benefit students in expanding their knowledge of agriculture and the ability to make money.
By being in the program, students are also a part of the FFA, Future Farmers of America. The FFA is an organization where students can get together and compete in many competitions, such as speaking contests, sport events, or judging competitions. During the events students can develop their social skills, by getting to know other FFA members from different chapters. The FFA hopes students will develop leadership skills, personal growth, and career success through agriculture education.
Agriscience
Learn about how anatomy, nutrition, genetics, and technology are critical factors in our food supply – from the stall to the table. An emphasis is placed on soil science and sustainability.
Animal Science
This course will provide the student with principles in Animal Science focusing on areas of livestock production, breed, identification, nutrition, and reproduction.
Presents fundamental principles & functions important in the companion animal, food animal, equine, and veterinary industries. An emphasis on nutrition, domestication, animal health, breeds, anatomy, and management. **FFA participation and Supervised Ag Experience Project required of all students**
Auto Tech
From oil changes to body kits, alignment to rebuilds, you can become the newest member of our bumper-to-bumper Auto Shop pathway. Go beyond simple maintenance and learn how to use the latest tech to service, diagnose, and repair your ride!
Cabinetry, Millwork & Woodworking
Join us in our recently-renovated Woodshop where we make useable furniture and personalized products using everything from a chisel to a CNC router or Laser Engraver. Learn about the business of woodworking and how carpenters can turn anything into a profit!
Culinary
Join the Food Service pathway and you’ll not only make and take breads, desserts, soups and meals – you’ll train to receive your California Food Handlers card, compete in Knife Skills competitions, participate in cooking challenges, network with restaurant owners, and practice the science of cooking.
Engineering
Join our makerspace to prototype using 3-D printers and CNC Machines, design and fabricate Arduino-based product, and prepare for Solid works software certification (CSWA and CSWP). Compete in small-vehicle race teams (welding, assembling, and testing) at the annual UCI Energy Invitational.
Entrepreneurship
Money, Money, Money! Learn how to start and manage a business of your own – from the business plan through long-term profits. Compete with student-entrepreneurs from around the world at trade fairs and visit cool companies around Orange County.
Game Design
This is a unique program that Westminster High offers students. The program operates year-round on 8 acres of land. We are almost completely self supporting with much of the funding coming from the many projects available for the students.
Students can have SAE (supervised agriculture experience) projects which includes either animals, plants, and/or mechanic projects. Students are required to care for and maintain records on their projects. These projects help benefit students in expanding their knowledge of agriculture and the ability to make money.
By being in the program, students are also a part of the FFA, Future Farmers of America. The FFA is an organization where students can get together and compete in many competitions, such as speaking contests, sport events, or judging competitions. During the events students can develop their social skills, by getting to know other FFA members from different chapters. The FFA hopes students will develop leadership skills, personal growth, and career success through agriculture education.
Software & System Development
Build a career that is future-ready by coding! Prepare for the College Board Advanced Placement Computer Science sequence and work with local Software Engineering firms and industry professionals to develop a solid foundation of workplace skills.
