Preparing Girls to Innovate, Lead, and Shape the Future
Mayfield’s Signature Pathways Program prepares young women to lead and innovate in high-demand fields through a three-year, interdisciplinary experience beginning in sophomore year. Combining advanced coursework, research, real-world learning, and mentorship from industry experts, Pathways Scholars develop specialized knowledge, professional skills, and leadership experience beyond the traditional high school curriculum. Successful completion is recognized with a Pathways Scholar designation on the student’s transcript and diploma.
Pathways Program Components
Global Society & Data
Preparing Girls to Analyze, Understand, and Shape Our World
The Global Society & Data Pathway prepares girls to understand complex global challenges through data, social insight, and critical thinking. Beginning in 10th grade, students combine rigorous coursework with experiential learning, professional engagement, and independent research to build data fluency, analytical thinking, and the skills to translate information into meaningful action.
By graduation, Global Society & Data Pathways Scholars will be able to ethically and accurately analyze data to reveal patterns, anticipate outcomes, and propose solutions, launching them toward majors in data and social sciences and impactful careers across government, industry, and the non-profit world.
Women & Finance
Preparing Girls to Lead in a Financially Complex World
The Women & Finance Pathway at Mayfield prepares girls to understand, navigate, and lead in the worlds of finance, business, and economics. Beginning in 10th grade, students combine rigorous coursework with real-world learning, professional mentorship, and authentic research to develop financial fluency, strategic thinking, and an entrepreneurial mindset.
By graduation, Women & Finance Pathways Scholars will develop financial fluency, strategic thinking, and the confidence to analyze complex questions within the financial world. Through meaningful professional experiences, coursework, and original research, they will have gained the skills to pursue further study and leadership in finance, business, and related fields.
Arts Pathway
Coming Soon: 2027-28 Academic Year
Mayfield’s Signature Pathways Program propels young women into cutting-edge, high-demand fields, positioning them to be the innovators and leaders who will shape the future. Moving beyond the traditional boundaries of a standard high school curriculum by integrating advanced skills and deep knowledge from diverse academic disciplines and partnering with leading industry experts, these Programs prepare students for tackling the complexities of an ever-changing world and responding to the needs of today's fastest-growing sectors.
Structured as three-year programs, beginning in the sophomore year, our Pathways Program consists of a combination of advanced coursework and research, real-world learning, and mentorship from industry experts. By blending classroom learning with professional expertise, Mayfield Pathways Scholars gain the expertise, unique experiences, and leadership qualities that colleges seek, confidently ready for the vast professional opportunities that await them.
Upon successful completion of all Program requirements, Pathways Scholars will receive a special designation on their transcript and a Mayfield Pathways Scholar distinction on their diploma. This official recognition highlights their commitment to specialized, interdisciplinary study and their acquisition of advanced skills, providing a distinct advantage in the competitive college admissions process.
