Webster Groves Business Path Offers AP, Internships, Tech Certs | The Locally Times
April 30, 2026, district records outline a 'Business Path' for high schoolers featuring AP economics, Java programming, and an A+ Certification course.
Records published by the Webster Groves School District detail a business and technology curriculum for high school students. The program provides a foundation in business disciplines. Course offerings include Accounting with Personal Finance, Business Law, and Entrepreneurship. For students seeking advanced study, the curriculum lists AP Microeconomics and AP Macroeconomics, both available to all high school grade levels. The pathway also covers consumer-facing skills through courses such as Marketing I with Personal Finance for grades 11-12 and a more advanced Marketing II course. ## Technology and Practical Experience Beyond foundational business theory, the Business Path integrates technology and computer science courses. The curriculum lists classes in Computer Programming with Java, Game Design and Programming, Web Design, and Multimedia Design. Students can also enroll in courses focused on hardware and networking, including Computer Networking and A+ Certification, an industry-recognized credential. The curriculum structure also provides opportunities for students to gain practical experience. A Business Internship is available for students in grades 9 through 12 to provide real-world exposure. The records also list positions for Technology Lab and Computer Lab Assistants, offering students another avenue for hands-on technical work within the school system. ## Records Detail Offerings But Lack Performance Data The district’s course offerings are detailed in documents titled “Meeting Record” and dated April 30, 2026. The records function as curriculum guides, but they are not meeting minutes and do not specify any school board discussions or official actions related to the program’s development or approval. The documents also do not provide data to measure the program's scope or impact. The records lack budgetary information for staffing or equipment, student enrollment numbers for the courses, pathway completion rates, or statistics on post-graduation outcomes.