LAKE SHORE COMPACT
The Lake Shore Compact is a career technical consortium serving Euclid, Mentor, and Wickliffe school systems. Lake Shore Compact's primary objective is to prepare students to enter a four-year college, a two-year technical school, or a career of their choosing. Students in the Lake Shore Compact programs are eligible to receive college credit upon successful completion of their program, according to College Tech Prep standards.

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The following College Tech Prep Programs are offered at the Memorial Options Center through the Lake Shore Compact:

Automation & Robotics
Automation and Robotics is a two-year program that will focus on tracking real-world projects, connecting with the local automation industry and providing internship opportunities. Students will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to program, safely operate and troubleshoot industrial robots and automation controllers.

Students will learn to code and debug programs on industrial robots and automation systems in a number of programming languages. Students will gain the necessary knowledge to operate industrial robots and automation controllers as well as get certified as operators.

Students will also compete in local and regional robotics competitions and be eligible for scholarships based on their success.
College Credits: 13 credits

Landscaping Technology (Senior Only)
Designed for individuals with a passion for creating beautiful environments and a keen interest in plants and shrubs, this program offers a unique blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience. With a curriculum including extensive lab sessions working on real-world projects for clients, you'll gain the practical skills and industry certification needed to excel in the landscaping field. Embark on a fulfilling career where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to transform outdoor spaces into works of art.

Urban Agriculture
This program teaches students how to manage and work in the growing field of urban agriculture with skills related to plant and animal production and business leadership, entrepreneurship abilities, and communication.  In this program, students learn about and operate a community-supported agricultural business as part of the school day. Students will be responsible for all aspects of the business, including cultivating and growing food, managing and caring for livestock including chickens and goats, packaging and marketing products, and interacting with customers. Students who successfully complete the program can earn several industry-related credentials.  This experience will prepare students to enter the thriving local food economy of Northeast Ohio in a variety of capacities so that they can enter a career that is personally and professionally rewarding. 
College Credits: 4 credits