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Although "Priority Applications" were due Friday, February 6th, sophomores can still continue to apply for programs with remaining spots! Click below to apply!

Check out the South Western Career Academy's
Career Tech Program Drone Tour!

From digital electronics to early childhood education, fabrication, radiology to radiant energy, and everywhere in between, Career Technical Education helps students learn skills for the future. By the time the students graduate, they will have earned an education founded on rigor, career certifications, and on-the-job experience. The South Western City Schools Career Technical Programs prepare students for two-year and even four-year colleges. These programs are available at the district's four home high schools and the South Western Career Academy. Typically, two years in a single program are required to earn at least five credits, so students should choose carefully during their sophomore year for a two-year commitment to a program. Students coming out of each of these programs have the upper hand in landing a job because there is such a high demand in today's job sector for these skilled trades. For more information on Today's Career Technical Education, click on the About tab and view the videos, or click on the Programs tab to read more. 

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Work-Based Learning By the Numbers


​Overall total Work-Based Learning Hours: 
  • 120,181.41 hours

Number of students who participated in WBL:
  • 277 out of 305 students (74%)
  • 57% of students had 250 hours or more
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​Top Three Highest Earnings for Students:
  • 1956 hours for a total of $39,120
  • 1945 hours for a total of 35,010
  • 1768 hours for a total of 33,592

Important Upcoming Dates:
  • Innovation and Entrepreneurship Pitch Day . . . . . . .  Thursday, May 7, 2026; 9:30 am-11:30 am; SWCA Event Space
  • SWCA Senior Only Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Thursday, May 14, 2026; 12:45 pm; CCHS Auditorium
  • SWCA Passport Ceremony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Thursday, May 21, 2026; 7:00 pm @ The Naz
  • Last Day for Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Tuesday, June 2, 2026

SWCS Career Tech Receives the
​Highest Rating of 5 Stars!

The Career Technical Planning District Report Cards were released and the South Western City Schools received the highest rating of 5 stars, which significantly exceeds the state standards! The report measures components of Achievement, Graduation Rate, Career & Post-Secondary Readiness, and Post-Program Outcomes.  To find out more click the "Overview" button below:
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App & Simulation Development, Cyber Security, and Interactive Media Design Students Compete at the Business Professionals of America Competition

SWCA is proud to celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of its students at the Business Professionals of America (BPA) National Leadership Conference. Competing against some of the nation’s top students, participants demonstrated talent, professionalism, and dedication while representing SWCA on the national stage.
   Top 20 National Placement
  • 5th Place in the Nation – Saleem Wood – Python Programming (Cyber Security)
  • 7th Place in the Nation – Marilyn Lopez Barrera & Gretchen Smink – Global Marketing Team (IMD)
  • 7th Place in the Nation – Eli Monto – Device Configuration & Troubleshooting (App & Sim)
  • 14th Place in the Nation – Isse Ali – Computer Security (Cyber Security) 
  • 16th Place in the Nation – Nina Burns & Lariya Martin – Podcast Production Team (IMD)
  • 16th Place in the Nation – Nady Fotie & Raleigh Wheaton – Network Design Team (Cyber Security)
  • 19th Place in the Nation – Lariya Martin – Meeting & Event Planning Concepts (IMD), placing 19th out of 487 competitors nationwide
We also recognizes additional national members who represented our school with excellence and gained valuable professional experience throughout the NLC:
  • Isse Ali – Computer Security
  • Jocelyn Sinsel – Computer Modeling
  • Mohamed Ahmed – Python Programming
  • Livy  Stillings  – Media & Technology Support  
In addition to competing at the national level, students participated in professional development activities and networking opportunities that will support their future academic and career success. The students earned 20 + industry-recognized certifications while at the conference.  We are incredibly proud of how our students represented our programs and community on the national stage. Congratulations to all students for their success at the BPA National Competition.

Community Hiring Expo: a Yearly Success in Helping
​Students and the Community

The Community Hiring Expo is a yearly career event brought to you by the South Western City Schools. High school students and community members of various experience levels and all ages are welcome.  Participants have the opportunity to meet with multiple local businesses to learn about job openings, discover new career paths, and make connections to advance their career.

The event was held in the Central Crossing High School gymnasium. The event participants included 44 companies (79 representatives) along with an estimated 285 attendees! This event puts both SWCS students and community members in a great position to explore careers, gain interview experience, and  potential job obtainment. 

2025-2026 Career Days and Sophomore Visits 

Each year, our sophomore students have a chance to experience Career Days where our programs come to their highs schools and bring interactive activities and information about our 17 Career Technical programs. It is a day of career exploration for students to see all of the options our district has to offer. After the Career Days, students then will have the opportunity to take part in our Sophomore Visits where they can tour our Career Technical programs and visit with teachers to learn more about the each career pathway. Finally, parent/guardians and students will get the chance to take part in Program Preview Night where both parent/guardians and their student can once again tour their programs of interest. Please stay tuned for upcoming dates for all of these events. The information will appear below as soon as it is available!
Central Crossing
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Grove City

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Franklin Heights

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Westland

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South Western Career Academy
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