PLTW Biomedical Pathway

PLTW Overview

Welcome to South Gate High School's PLTW Biomedical Pathway Program. This comprehensive four-year science elective immerses students in the captivating world of biomedical science, offering hands-on experiences, cutting-edge laboratory skills, and in-depth knowledge.

As participants, students explore exciting career avenues in forensics, healthcare, medicine, and biomedical research. Using state-of-the-art tools and technologies employed by medical professionals, they gain practical expertise and insights that prepare them to excel in the rapidly evolving field of biomedicine.

College and Career Preparation

Completing the 4-course Biomedical Pathway at South Gate High School is a significant achievement that stands out on college, scholarship, internship, and employment applications. Throughout the program, you'll gain valuable skills in lab work, teamwork, and problem solving, all of which are highly sought after by colleges and employers.

Our dedicated teachers are committed to supporting your journey every step of the way.

Our PLTW Biomedical students have gone on to attend prestigious institutions, including Johns Hopkins, Stanford, Wellesley, Loyola Marymount, UCLA, UCSD, UCI, USC, UC Davis, UC Berkeley, CSULB, SDSU, CSULA, and many more!

"PLTW is a great way to familiarize yourself with industry standard lab equipment and get a head start for college science classes."

- Jeffrey Osorio Ramos, SGHS Class of 2024, Valedictorian, Attending UCLA

Career Pathways in Biomedicine

Course Information & Promo Video

Curious about what our courses entail? Check out the promotion video and slides below for a detailed overview of our PLTW Biomedical Pathway, including course content, student experiences, and the benefits of joining.

Science Teachers

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9th: Mr. Mora - PBS

10th: Ms. Higgins - HBS

11th: Mr. Lagarde - MI

12th: Ms. Gatchell - BI

PLTW Student Success

Student Testimonials