Matthew Gilbert is a magnet school with a focus on career exploration. It is our expectation to provide as many opportunities as possible for the students to be exposed to as many different types of careers as available. In addition to talking about and encouraging the search of careers, Matthew Gilbert provides a Career Fair throughout the year to show students the variety of professions out in the real world.

The Pre-Early College Academy is a Middle School acceleration track that affords academically advanced students the opportunity to earn up to four high school credits and three college credits. This program is designed for mature, highly motivated students. The Pre-Early College path can lead to High School Early College programs or other acceleration program options such as AICE, IB, AP, and AP Capstone.

AVID is an elective course that equips middle school students for success in college and careers. Students learn about organization, study skills, communication, and self-advocacy. Matthew Gilbert ensures that students receive this course in 6th grade. 

Career and Technical Education exposes middle school students to introductory courses that display various career paths and industries, helping them explore potential interests and develop foundational skills for future education and careers, all while still in middle school.