Other Important Dates: January 3, 2012: Open registration for new academy applicants February 13, 2012: Academy application deadline February 24, 2012: Academy acceptance letters will be mailed March 2, 2012: Student acceptance deadline
What is an Academy?
Academies are smaller learning communities within a high school. Career academies incorporate features such as integration of academic and career-related curriculum, team teaching, and business involvement. National studies show that Academies have a positive impact on student performance, including improved attendance, higher grades, improved graduation rates and higher college-bound rates.
Academies emphasize motivational and real-world activities including hands-on projects, business mentoring, internships, and field trips.
Why join an Academy?
Career Academies are unique "school's-within-schools" that offer structured, personalized learning through career- related classes with a focus on technical skills.The exciting opportunities for students offer them a chance to succeed academically while getting a leg up towards their career goals.
Students prepare for college and a career by enrolling in advanced academic and technical courses. Students will gain a skill they will keep for a lifetime...it's like choosing a college major.
Plus, Career Academy students go to college more often than other kids. Solid academics and career skills...That's what Career Academies are all about.
More Information If you have additional questions, please feel free to contact Angie Hensley, the Career Specialist at Creekside High School. or call (904)
547-7309 |
