About Networks School-Based Enterprises
Preparing Our Students to Thrive During
and After High School

Employers increasingly need workers who can think,
learn new skills rapidly, work independently or as a part of a team, and solve problems creatively.

That's what the Christina School District's Networks program does.  Networks give students, ages 16 to 21,
who are best suited to learning outside the traditional classroom setting, the opportunity to complete their high school education while learning career and independence skills.  Networks students become responsible, productive, life-long learners and citizens through the integration of academic and career/technical experiences.  Networks students learn valuable skills that will help them succeed in the work world after high school.

Networks combines career and academic experiences through hands-on training in a real-world work environment.  While attending the Networks program for all or part of the school day, students are earning credits towards completion of a high school diploma or certificate of attendance.  Under the guidance of a strong instructional staff or teachers, job coaches and peer mentors, students receive training in one of 11 career technical enterprises/mini-businesses supported by academic instruction.  Networks provides students with a place to develop their intellect, higher-level thinking skills and problem-solving techniques.