A graduate of last year’s Engineer Pathway at Natomas High was accepted into the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, one of the nation’s top-ranked universities. Preparing students for college and career is a key goal of this NUSD pathway. Instruction is a blend of science and technology focused on the design, building, and use of engines, machines, and structures. Students work in a state-of-the-art facility to apply the design process, gain proficiency in teamwork and communication, and develop critical thinking, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Here’s what some participating students say of the pathway