Announcements: Recruitment Video:
Returning Students:
- Out of Zone for 2012-2013 (zoned for any other SJCSD school) Click here to fill out your Out of Zone Waiver.
- Did you receive our first newsletter? If not, make sure you sign up today!
New Students:
- Out of Zone for 2012-2013 (zoned for any other SJCSD school)? Click here to fill out your Out of Zone Waiver.
- Join our Class of 2016 Mailing List for your academy here!
- Students will receive their acceptance letters during the week of February 27th. Students must decide by March 2 which academy they will be attending.
***Registration for 2012-2013 students will not begin until after the school year has ended. To register, please contact Peggy Altick in Guidance to schedule an appointment to register. The direct line is 904-547-8321. All students are required to fill out these forms when applying.
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Academy FAQ:
What is a Career Academy?
- A small learning community, comprising a group of students within the larger high school who take classes together for at least two years, taught by a team of teachers from different disciplines;
- A college preparatory curriculum with a career theme, enabling students to see relationships among academic subjects and their application to a broad field of work;
- Partnerships with employers, the community, and local colleges, bringing resources from outside the high school to improve student motivation and achievement.
How does a Career Academy differ from traditional education?
- Career academies differ from traditional academic and vocational education because they prepare high school students for both college and careers. Students choose an area in which to focus their electives, with the goal of completing one course per year within the selected program. Academies weave those electives into an academic curriculum that qualifies students for admission to a four-year college or university. Students who choose to go directly to the workforce leave high school prepared for a career in their chosen field.
What are the benefits of an Academy?
- Studies have found that students in career academies perform better in high school (attendance, credits, grades and graduation rates.) *
- Follow-up surveys show that about two-thirds of Academy graduates continue some form of postsecondary training, and that almost all are engaged in some productive activity (attending some form of college, working, or doing both). *
- Academies partner with local colleges to create a seamless pathway to postsecondary education by offering dual enrollment, advanced placement, honors credit, and scholarship opportunities. The dual enrollment program allows high school students to simultaneously earn college or vocational credit toward a postsecondary diploma, certificate, or degree at a Florida public institution that will also count as credit toward a high school diploma.
- Academies partner with local businesses to provide internships and other real world experiences for students.
Can my child apply for more than one program?
- Yes, but students may be enrolled in only one program at a time and must submit completed application packets to each program for which they apply.
Will my child still be able to take Honors or AP core classes?
- Yes. Students remain on their appropriate diploma track and will be grouped in common core classes when feasible. See Program of Study at top of page.
What is the selection process?
- Students complete the on-line application and submit it by the deadline. All sections of the application must be completed before it can be considered, no essay, teacher recommendations, or grades are required. You will be notified of acceptance in approximately three weeks. You will then be required to accept your spot in the academy online by following the instructions in the letter mailed to you.
What is my commitment?
- Academy students are required to complete at least one academy elective per year. Out-of-zone students must provide their own transportation to and from school.
What if my child changes his mind about an academy program?
- A student may withdraw from an academy at the end of each semester. Courses completed will be credited as general electives.
Where can I get more information about career planning?
How to contact us?
Jeff Stoddard Program Specialist 904.547.8306
Kyle Dresback Principal 904.547.8300
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St. Johns County Career Academies
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