Capistrano Unified School District

For over 50 years, Capistrano Unified School District and College and Career Advantage (CCA) have partnered to offer students a comprehensive Career Technical Education (CTE) program. The program has grown to include students from kindergarten through the adult education program, creating the ability for CTE experiences at all points of the educational journey in CUSD. In 2023, CUSD and CCA were honored with a California School Board Association (CSBA) Golden Bell Award for exemplary CTE curriculum and programs.

All 33 elementary schools offer “iCan” labs as an extension of the current middle and high school STEM career paths. Teachers deliver STEM themed core content lessons in math, science, social studies and English, infused with technology tools such as 3D printers, Cricut cutters, Marty the Robot and several additional tools.

CUSD is one of the only districts statewide to have these labs to help elementary students to be college and career ready.

Through CUSD’s joint partnership with College and Career Advantage, middle schoolers continue to explore Career Technical Education pathways. High school students deepen pathway skills and knowledge leading to college credit and industry certifications in 31 career pathways– Robotics, 3D Printing and Fabrication, Coding, Engineering, Biotechnology, Fire Science, Actors Repertory, Aviation, Automotive Technology, and more. CUSD places a strong emphasis on the integration of student well-being and emotional support, supportive and collaborative learning, and cultural diversity. School counselors and psychologists support social, emotional, behavior, and academics to ensure that every learner can be successful.

PUBLIC EDUCATION EXCELLENCE

• Academic, college and personal counselors on all campuses
• NAAM Best Communities for Music education designation for outstanding commitment to music education
• Championship caliber athletic programs

ELEMENTARY

• Full and Half-Day Preschool Programs (Ages 3-5)
• Transitional and Full-day Kindergarten Award-winning TK-12 general music, instrumental & choral instruction
• Gifted and Advanced Learners (GATE)

SECONDARY

• College & Career Advantage Partnership
• High School Specialized Academies
• College@Capo: College credit courses taught by Saddleback College faculty on high school campuses
• College and Career Counselors at all High Schools
• International Baccalaureate Programs
• Advanced Placement Courses
• FIRST® Robotics: FTC and FRC Competition Teams

Capistrano Unified School District
33122 Valle Road | San Juan Capistrano
949.234.9200 • capousd.org