What is the Academy model? Career-themed small learning communities that connect classroom learning to the real-world.

Freshman Academy

Ensure all 9th explore careers and transition to academies!

Business Partnerships

Strong engagement with business partners to support LEARNING experiences and connects students with your content.

Interdisciplinary

Find relevance through the lens of career academies Project-Based Learning Authentic Challenges

10-12 Career Academies

4 course career pathway teamed with core content leading to WBL opportunities, field trips, tours, post-secondary readiness

Investment

Major financial investments in buildings renovations, teacher expansion, equipment, and resources

Leadership

Executive Principal Academy Coach Dedicated Assistant Principal Counselor and Academy Team Lead for each Academy

Academy Coach Mission Statement

JCPS Academy Coaches are committed to collaborating with business and community partners, ensuring real-world experiences, and coordinating the academy model to prepare ALL students to be productive members of society.