College & Career Milestones
The California College/Career Indicator (CCI) measures how well schools prepare students for life after high school, recognizing multiple pathways to readiness—from A–G completion to career programs and industry credentials. At Manteca Unified, CCI data helps align programs and design pathways to ensure every student graduates ready for college, careers, or both.
Dedicated Funding for AP Exams
Beginning in the 2025–26 school year, Manteca Unified began covering all Advanced Placement (AP) exam fees for students
enrolled in the corresponding class.
Previously, only students who qualified for free or reduced lunch and applied for fee discounts received funding. Covering exam costs for all students removes a financial barrier and ensures equitable access to college-level opportunities.
Work-Based Learning Within Our Community
In the world of Career Technical Education, Work-Based Learning (WBL) has long been a practice in which students in advanced classes “learn about work by doing the work.” Several of our CTE pathways offer rigorous WBL opportunities for students to connect them directly to their desired industry.
This school year, Manteca Unified launched paid WBL for our CTE Education Pathway students, who aspire to work in child development or education. As part of their Work-Based Learning experience, these students work in K-3 classrooms across seven elementary sites while also earning certifications such as First Aid and CPR.
"Providing students with an opportunity to be mentored by local industry experts through their WBL gives them valuable, real-world work experience before they graduate", said Amanda Peters, Director of MTSS for Career, College & Enrichment. For example, in our Automotive Technology pathway, students in the capstone class (the final, culminating class in a series of courses) are employed in various auto shops in the community and in MUSD’s Transportation Department, gaining essential knowledge from professional mechanics.
Bilingual Students are Ready for the Global Workforce
The Seal of Biliteracy recognizes students who have attained a high level of proficiency in two or more languages, indicating valuable communication and cross-cultural skills to colleges, employers, and our community.
By offering world language courses all four years of high school, Manteca Unified is strengthening a student’s ability to communicate, compete, and succeed in a global economy.
Expanding Opportunities through Dual Enrollment
Dual enrollment allows MUSD students to take college-level courses for both high school and college credit, supporting those who may be interested in advancing their technical career or their academic career.
Looking ahead, work is already underway to expand dual enrollment offerings to CTE pathways and core course equivalencies, including offering in-person classes through San Joaquin Delta College that allow students to earn college credits during the school day. The College & Career team has also partnered with Modesto Junior College to further expand access and options for students starting next school year.
These opportunities build academic momentum, strengthen college and career readiness, and create a smoother transition from high school to postsecondary education.