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For which students are academy courses scheduled?
Only 11th & 12th grade students may enroll in academy classes -
How are students transported to Academy programs from their base schools?
Students may be provided with transportation between their base schools and an academy. -
What are advantages of taking an Academy course?
Eligible academy students have the opportunity to participate in career-related internships and experiences in the local business community. Each academy has a career experience specialist available to assist academy students in finding meaningful career experience programs. -
How do I apply for Academy Courses and Other Specialized Programs?
An explanation of the application process is available online. -
Are students who attend academies able to go to college.?
An explanation of the application process is available online. -
Can students schedule academy classes as well as IB and AP courses at their base schools?
With careful planning between the student and the family, and the base school counselor, students can enjoy the benefits of an academy class and the AP or IB courses available at the base school, including the possibility of an IB or an AP diploma. The Academy Counselor may also be consulted to assist the student and the family plan an appropriate serious of classes. The students 4 year plan for high school should be created as early as possible to ensure the best scheduling situation for academy and AP/IB options. -
What does the curriculum of an Academy course cover?
In addition to the classroom content area which focuses on academic and career skills as well as information that addresses career choices in the field of studies. -
Can students earn college credits with Academy programs?
Some Academy courses have an "articulation" argument with specific colleges that offer a comparable course. By taking an academy course a student can simultaneously earn credit at that particular institution. More detailed information about articulation is available online. -
What is "Articulation"?
Articulation agreements allow students to take certain Professional Technical Studies classes in high school and receive advanced placement credit. More detailed information about articulation is available online.
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