REGIONAL OCCUPATIONAL PROGRAM (ROP)

WHAT IS ROP?

The ROP, administered cooperatively by the San Ramon Valley Unified School District and the Contra Costa County Office of Education, provides school-to-career preparation classes for juniors, seniors, and students who are 16 years old or older. Classes are designed to help students learn about career choices, develop job skills, and gain skills useful in college. Most classes can be taken for one or two periods, and some include internships. Students earn elective credits, and some classes offer transferable college credits. Certificates of proficiency are awarded upon successful completion of performance objectives. Students are also eligible to take ROP classes located off-campus.

WHY IS ROP DIFFERENT?

The emphasis of ROP courses is on career development. Students can use skills acquired in class to prepare for a career after high school, gain experience towards future college majors, and receive skills that lead to jobs before, during and after college. Instruction is individualized, and training is ‘hands-on’ using state-of-the-art equipment. All classes incorporate employment readiness training, which is an integral part of career planning.

HOW TO REGISTER:

To register for classes on your campus, see your counselor. To register for off-campus classes see your counselor and call the ROP office at 942-3436. Complete course schedules are located in the counseling office and career center.

CALIFORNIA HIGH SCHOOL ROP CLASSES

Art of Video Production	Computer Applications
Newspaper	Architectural Design 1 & 2
Web Page Design	Marketing/Merchandising
Auto Technology	Fashion Merchandising and Design
Sports Medicine	Biology Science Lab Research
Careers in Teaching	Robotics Engineering Technology
Forensic Science	Fire Science