A Model of Success
The St. Louis Centers for Advanced Professional Studies (St. Louis CAPS) programs are nationally recognized, innovative high school programs. Students fast forward into their future and are fully immersed in a professional culture, solving real world problems, using industry standard tools and are mentored by actual employers, all while receiving high school and college credit. St. Louis CAPS is an example of how business, community and public education can partner to produce personalized learning experiences that educate the workforce of tomorrow, especially in high skill, high demand jobs.
What is St. Louis CAPS?
St. Louis CAPS is a multi-district program where high school juniors and seniors explore high-demand careers through real-world, hands-on learning. Students spend about 2.5 hours daily in professional settings like hospitals, labs, and offices, working on industry projects provided by business partners. The program builds skills in communication, teamwork, problem solving, and creativity while connecting students with professionals across St. Louis. Projects and placements align with career interests, offering internships, job shadowing, and simultaneous high school and college credit (course dependent). Through St. Louis CAPS, students test-drive careers and build networks for future success.
St. Louis CAPS’ Impacts
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