Welcome to TMHS CTE Pathways
The Tourtellotte Memorial High School CTE pathways are a coherent sequence of academic and elective courses that start high school students on a path that can lead to an associate degree, a bachelor’s degree, and/or an industry- recognized certificate or license.
Focus on Specific Career Opportunities
Our career pathways are intended to help students focus on specific career opportunities that meet their interests, providing a purpose to strive and succeed.
CTE Credential on Diploma
Students who complete a career pathway will earn a credential from Tourtellotte on their diploma and transcript signifying their success in the rigorous coursework associated with the pathway. College admission officers and potential employers will know of the student’s interest and commitment to the field, giving them a competitive advantage over others applying for similar opportunities.
Opportunity to Earn Both High School and College Credits
Many of our career pathways have courses that offer the opportunity to earn college credits. The courses (marked with an *) are approved college credit courses. Some of these courses offer free college credits that are articulated through the College Board (AP), CT State Community College: Quinebaug Valley (QVCC), and The University of Connecticut Early College Experience (ECE). UConn ECE courses are college-level courses that are taught at TMHS by our teachers who are recognized as adjunct professors by the university. College Credits may also transfer to any Connecticut Community College and the Connecticut State Universities (Eastern, Central, Southern, Western) as well as some out-of-state universities and colleges.
 Business & Finance
Accounting I* & II*
Computer Application* Marketing
Principles of Management
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 CNA and Health Careers
Certified Nursing Assistant Health and Nutrition Strength and Conditioning Personal Fitness |
Computer Programming
Structured Programming*
AP Computer Science*
Introduction to Coding
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Fire Science
Firefighting Intro to Emergency Services |
 Hospitality & Culinary
Culinary I & II |
Engineering and Design
Foundations of Technology Introduction to Engineering Digital Fabrication Parametric Design Interpreting Engineering Drawings
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 Manufacturing and Welding
Advanced CAD AutoCAD/Architectural CAD Manufacturing I, II, & III Welding I, II, & III
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 Performing Arts
Modern Music I, II, III, V Concert Band & Choir String Ensemble Guitar I & II
Theater/Drama |
 Visual Arts
Video Production I & II Radio Broadcasting
AP Studio Art* Photography
Visual Design |
Employment Opportunity
Many of our career pathways also have courses that also offer the opportunity to earn employment certificates or credentials such as our CNA and Welding Program.
Welding Program Ribbon Cutting
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(Above) On the House Floor, Rep. Joe Courtney highlighted the tremendous momentum taking place across the submarine industrial base fueled by Congressional investments. His remarks follow several visits Courtney made to submarine supply companies in Connecticut over the last month and the opening of Tourtellotte Memorial High School’s expanded welding lab.
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(Right) Local and state dignitaries, faculty, administration, students and guests gathered at Tourtellotte Memorial High School Friday morning for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Welding Program Expansion.
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Our career pathways have been developed and implemented in partnership with educators, colleges, employers, and other community leaders.
We want to thank our partners from Day Kimball Hospital, CT State Community College - Quinebaug Valley, Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board, General Dynamics Electric Boat, Ready CT, and Back to Basics Fire Training who have made the pathways possible.
For more information regarding the Career Pathways, contact the Tourtellotte Memorial High School Guidance Department.