Program of Choice videoBTHS High School Video
Time to think...
High School!
Learning Goal:
Students will be able to make informed choices for high school.
Things to know about HS
•You have at least 2 electives each year!•So what’s a Program of Choice (POC)?
• If you want to attend a Program of Choice, you must apply – even at your zoned school!
What is an Academy?• A small learning community within the school• Focused and rigorous courses in a specific area• Grouped by academy in English and Social Studies
(when possible)• Real-world experience to prepare you for the jobs of
tomorrow• Hands-on projects (Project-based learning)• Make you more competitive for college and careers• Help you in choosing your major early
HIGH SCHOOL SHOWCASE
Thursday, January 19th , 2017
3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
At World Golf Village Conference Center
What are your Choices?• Bartram • Creekside• Nease• Ponte Vedra • Saint Augustine• Pedro Menendez• St. Johns Technical
http://academies.stjohns.k12.fl.us/
What are your Choices?
• Bartram Trail
• Creekside
• Nease
• Pedro Menendez • (30 miles south)
• Ponte Vedra
• Saint Augustine • (25 miles southeast)
• Saint Johns Technical• (25 miles southeast)
• Flagler Hospital Academy of Medical & Health Careers
• Academy of Architectural & Building Sciences• VyStar Academy of Business & Finance• International Baccalaureate (IB)
Career Specialist, Christine Danner904-547-8681 or [email protected]
Pedro Menendez High School
• Academy of Biotechnology & Medical Research
• Academy of International Business & Marketing
• Academy of Information Technology
Career Specialist, Mari Ellen Asplen904-547-7376 or [email protected]
Ponte Vedra High School
• St. Johns County Aerospace Academy• St. Johns County Academy of Future Teachers• St. Johns County Center for the Arts• Cambridge AICE Program• Army JROTC
Career Specialist, Katie Maltby904-547-8538 or [email protected]
St. Augustine High School
• Academy of Coastal & Water Resources• Academy of Culinary Arts
Career Specialist, Linda Krepp904-547-8130 or [email protected]
St Johns Technical High School
• Communications Academy• Stellar Academy of Engineering• Academy of Hospitality & Tourism• Naval JROTC• International Baccalaureate (IB)
Career Specialist, Jaime Combs 904-547-8306 or [email protected]
Allen D. Nease High School
• Academy of Engineering and Environmental Sciences
• Academy of Emerging Technology
Career Specialist, Angie Hensley904-547-7309 or [email protected]
Creekside High School
Creekside Academies
Academy of Emerging Technology
• New Media• CyberSecurity
Academy of Engineering andEnvironmental Sciences
• Environmental Science• Civil Engineering
Academy of Emerging Technology
Cybersecurity
• Students will learn computer and network security, vulnerabilities, attack mechanisms and techniques as well as other security technology.w Me dia
New Media
• Students will learn about Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro, & Web Design.
Academy of Engineering and Environmental Sciences
Civil Engineering
Prepare to study engineering used by survey technicians, mapping technicians, civil engineers, surveyors, and urban planners.
Environmental ScienceFocuses on understanding the ecosystem, water & air quality, managing hazardous materials, laws that impact the environment.
Bartram Trail High School Academies
Air Force Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps
(AFJROTC)
Finance Strand
Entrepreneur Strand
Fashion
Architecture
Interior
Industry CertificationsIn
AutoCad & Revit Certified User for Architecture in 11th & 12th grade
9th Grade Course
ArchitectureDrafting 1 Honors
Students are exposed to drafting by hand and AutoCAD/Revit Computer programs. Students build a portfolio through project based learning and upper level students
visit project sites and universities.
Architectural Design
Industry CertificationsIn Interior Design
AutoCad for 12th grade
9th Grade Course
Interior DesignDesign Services Core
Interior DesignInterior students learn design principles, drawing techniques and a CAD based designing program, that allows them to render a three-dimensional drawing of
their projects
9th Grade Course
Fashion DesignDesign Services Core
Fashion students are taught to conceptualize and create their own fashion
masterpieces, learning everything from designing their own patterns to creating
project runway designs.
Fashion Design
Dual Enrollment JR-SR Year offered at school thru SJRSC(Must meet qualifications)
Personal Finance/Introduction to BusinessPrinciples of Management/Business Communication
Finance Strand Entrepreneurship Strand
Digital Information Technology (MOS Certifications)
Principles of Entrepreneurship
Accounting 1, 2, & 3 (Quickbooks Certification)
Business Management & Law
IT FundamentalsWeb Development Fundamentals
Database FundamentalsProgramming Fundamentals
(All Honors Courses)
Industry Certifications available:
CompTIA, MTA FundamentalsPhotoshop, Dreamweaver
This Academy covers computer application skills including
computer hardware, software applications, web applications,
computer programming, web page design and advanced web tools,
systems support and maintenance, network concepts, relational
database concepts, multimedia tools, and cybersecurity
AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTC
The mission statement is building better citizens for America.
Core values of integrity first, service before self, and
excellence in all we do.
What other programs does BTHS have?
AVIDAdvancement via Individual Determination
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFlpQ17DjYQ
AVID Program
• The AVID Program offers an exciting learning experience throughout high school. It is a 4-year program where the average student is academically encouraged by participating in:
Debates/Discussions Challenging Group Activities & Competitions Attending Presentations by Guest Speakers Tutoring and Academic Support Each Week Field Trips to College Campuses Fun Team-Building Field Trips & Events Reading, Writing, & Test-Taking Strategies to prepare for college
success
AP Scholar Program
Subject 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade
English English 1 Honors English 2 Honors AP English Language AP English Literature
Math Geometry Honors or higher
Algebra 2 Honors or higher
Pre-Calculus or higher AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, or AP Statistics
Science Biology Honors Chemistry Honors Anatomy & Physiology Honors, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Environmental Science, or AP Physics 1
AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Environmental Science, AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2
Social Studies AP Human Geography
AP World History, AP Psychology or AP Art History
AP US History, AP Psychology or AP ArtHistory
AP US Government & Politics, or “AP Macroeconomics/AP Microeconomics”
World Languages Spanish 1 or higher, ASL 1 or higher
Spanish 2 or higher, ASL 2 or higher
Spanish 3 or higher, ASL 3 or higher
AP Spanish Language, ASL 4
Is a rigorous program of study designed to meet the needs of the most highly motivated students. Students following this progression will be taking the most rigorous in each subject area, including Honors and
Advanced Placement level courses.
Electives at BTHS• TV Production• Creative Writing• Band• Chorus• Guitar• Theatre
• Dance• Team Sports• 2-D Art (Drawing)• 3-D Art (Ceramics)• Digital Design• Film Studies• TurfForeign Language can be taken in 9th grade
if you are recommended for English Honors(Spanish or American Sign Language)
Typical 9th Grade ScheduleStandard Advanced
English 1 English 1 Honors
Algebra 1 Algebra 1 Honors or Geometry Honors
Physical Science Physical Science Honors or Biology Honors
World Geography AP Human Geography
HOPE HOPE
Elective Foreign Language (Spanish 1)
Academy Class or Program of Choice class
Academy Class or Program of Choice class
AVID• Applications are due by January 13, 2017
• Interviews will take place January 23rd thru January 27th
• Notification of acceptance will be sent February 10th
• 8th Grade Night at BTHS February 13th
• RSVP of acceptance is due by February 15th
High School Showcase World Golf Village Conference Center
Parents and Students visit the High School Showcase
at night on Jan 19th
from 3:30 – 7:00 PM
Academy Registration Opens• Go to:
www.stjohns.k12.fl.
us/academies
• Academy Application Deadline is Feb. 10 at 11:59 p.m.
All communication
will be electronic.
Academy Application
Complete Application (in Home Access Center)
Teacher Recommendation Forms (AICE and IB Diploma Programs)
High School Academy Nights
January 24 – Pedro Menendez January 26 – Allen D. NeaseJanuary 30– St. Augustine (6:00 p.m.) January 30 – St. Johns Technical (5:30 p.m.)
January 31 – Bartram TrailFebruary 2 – Ponte VedraFebruary 7 – Creekside
High School Registration Datesfor Bartram Trail HS
Swiss Point—2/21-2/24, 2017Liberty Pines—3/9-3/10, 2017Pacetti Bay—3/7/2017Fruit Cove—TBD
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
• Ms. Kisch—Academy Coordinator
• Design Academy• Architectural Design—Ms. Dorst• Interior Design—Ms. Spradley• Fashion Design-Ms. Linville
• VyStar Academy of Business & Finance• Mr. Davidson & Ms. Farina
• Information Technology Academy• Mr. Badger
• Air Force Junior ROTC (AFJROTC)• Lt Col LeFevre & MSgt Miles
Do I have to apply for a Program of Choice? Yes and it is in HAC (Home Access Center)
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