Diane Cadavid, Academy Director

Objectives Provide information about the program Provide a timeline of upcoming eventsMeet some of our current students Answer questions

AoE Overview Small learning community AFHS must be your base school Application process Accept 75 rising 9th grade students 4 year program Student cohortWork-based learning opportunities

Engineering Design Process

Sample 9th grade Schedule

Fall Semester1. English I2. Earth/Environmental

Science3. Tech. Engineering &

Design4. Healthful Living

Spring Semester1. World History2. Intro to Engineering3. Math II4. Student Choice Elective

Big Rocks for 9th Grade.

9th Gr. Theme & Concepts

“Know Yourself” Team Building Exposing Students to STEM Peer-to-Peer Mentor Program Soft Skills

Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsStudy Groups

Big Rocks for 10th Grade

10th Gr. Theme & Concepts

“Relationships” Career Exploration Job Shadowing Soft Skills

Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsGlobal Issues

Big Rocks for 11th Grade

11th Gr. Theme & Concepts

“Find Your Voice” Career Preparation Mentorships Internships Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingLeadership SkillsProfessionalism

Big Rocks for 12th Grade

12th Gr. Theme & Concepts

“Make Your Mark on the World” Creativity & Innovation Leaving a Legacy Planning for the Future Transition to College & Career

Benefits of AoE

Classes cohorted with like-minded peers Student/Teacher relationship Real-world application

Industry softwareTechnical skills

Career exploration Competitive edge

Stand out on college application & employment

Quick Recap

How to apply

Online application to open February 1 Two teacher recommendations Student essay Application deadline March 29 Students pulled in by lottery 75 seats Notification via Email in May

Timeline

February 1 - Application opens February 1 - Rising 9th grade Parent Night March 29 - Application closes April 27 - Teacher recommendations due May 31 - Families notified of acceptance June & July - Scheduling August - Orientation / Camp

THANKS!Any questions?You can find me at dcadavid@wcpss.net (919) 694-0500 x 20007 @AFHS_Engineers