WELCOME 8TH GRADE PARENTS AND STUDENTS

Dear Eighth Grade Students and Parents:

Welcome to High School Showcase. This is an excellent opportunity for students and their parents to learn about the outstanding programs and career academies available to high school students in Volusia County Schools. We are changing the conversation for our future 9th grade students. It is no longer about the courses required for graduation. Each student should ask themselves, “What is it that I want from my experience in high school that will prepare me for the next step?” It is the goal of this showcase to afford you the opportunity to start addressing this question.

Volusia County Schools is recognized as a Next Generation Learning Community by the Ford Motor Company Fund, the philanthropic arm of Ford Motor Company. Volusia County Schools received this recognition for our successful career academies; for our vision, innovation, and leadership; and for our sustained educational competence. Volusia County Schools is also committed to expanding local partnerships, as evidenced by multi-year relationships with AdventHealth, the Daytona Tortugas, and the Volusia Manufacturers Association. These partnerships are a critical piece of community connected Career and Technical Education that prepares students for the workforce. Tonight, we invite you to visit career academies and other programs offered by our high schools.

The High School Showcase highlights the many educational choices and programs that are tailored to meet the diverse needs of our students. Parents are encouraged to explore the offerings available at each of our high schools and become actively involved in selecting the programs and/or academies that match the interests, needs and abilities of their children.

We want our students to have a positive high school experience and are dedicated to creating an educational environment that responds to student career interests, celebrates cultural and ethnic diversity and fosters student academic achievement. Further, we are committed to our students graduating ready for both the workforce and post-secondary education.

Career academy admission criteria and the career academy, AICE and IB application timeline are included on page 4 of this booklet. Career Academy, AICE and IB applications are available at the HS Showcase event, in all middle/high school guidance departments and on the Volusia County Schools website. Career Academy, AICE and IB applications are due on January 31, 2020.

Please use this opportunity to consider all the options available so that together you can make the best choice for a happy and successful high school career.

Sincerely,

Scott Fritz, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS

ADMISSION CRITERIA, APPLICATION TIMELINE, AND OUT-OF-ZONE VARIANCES...... 4

GEOGRAPHIC SERVICE AREAS BY CAREER CLUSTER...... 5

ATLANTIC HIGH SCHOOL...... 6

DELAND HIGH SCHOOL...... 8

DELTONA HIGH SCHOOL...... 10

MAINLAND HIGH SCHOOL...... 12

NEW SMYRNA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL...... 14

PINE RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL...... 16

SEABREEZE HIGH SCHOOL...... 18

SPRUCE CREEK HIGH SCHOOL...... 20

T. DEWITT TAYLOR MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL...... 22

UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL...... 24

VOLUSIA ONLINE LEARNING...... 26

EVENT LAYOUT AND LEGEND...... 27

3 ADMISSION, OUT-OF-ZONE VARIANCES

For the 2020-2021 school year, Volusia County Schools has 79 Career & Technical Education programs and 43 career academies in its high schools. A Career & Technical Education Program is a sequence of three or more CTE courses that provides rigorous instruction to prepare students for high-wage, high-skill, high-demand careers. Programs are designed to bridge secondary and postsecondary curriculum, provide industry certification opportunities, reinforce core academics, and deliver the skills necessary for cutting-edge, economically viable career options. Work-based learning opportunities, hands-on learning, school-based enterprises, and Career & Technical Student Organizations are key components of CTE programs. Many CTE programs offer post-secondary dual enrollment and industry certification options. A Career Academy is a small learning community that combines a college-preparatory curriculum with a career focus. Academies provide unique learning opportunities through extensive business partnerships, integrated instruction, hands-on learning, field studies, service learning, career shadowing, Career & Technical Student Organizations, and internships. Teacher teams, in conjunction with business partners, provide the real-world skills necessary for students to be successful in today’s work environment. Many academies offer post-secondary dual enrollment and industry certification options.

ADMISSION CRITERIA: Career Academy 1. Admission into an academy of choice requires the student to complete the District Career Academy Application for each academy of choice, even when the academy of choice is located at the student’s zoned high school. 2. The District Career Academy Application is available at the High School Showcase Event; in high school and middle school guidance departments; and at WWW.MYVOLUSIASCHOOLS.ORG/CTE. 3. District Career Academy Applications are due on or before January 31, 2020. 4. Each completed District Career Academy Application is submitted to the Academy Director at the high school offering the academy of choice. Academy Director contact and school address information are located on each school page of this booklet and at WWW.MYVOLUSIASCHOOLS.ORG/CTE. 5. Student eligibility to an academy of choice may be determined by such factors as career academy offerings at the zoned high school, academic performance, attendance, and conduct. A career academy may require other admission criteria. 6. When the number of qualified student applicants to a career academy exceeds the number of available positions, a random selection process (lottery) is used to accept qualified applicants. 7. If the student is not accepted into a career academy this year, he/she must reapply next year, if interested. APPLICATION TIMELINE January 31, 2020 Application Deadline Students/Parents

February 3, 2020 - March 2, 2020 Application Processing Academy Directors

March 13, 2020 Deadline for *Declaration of Intent Parents & Students

*In zone students have priority to CTE programs and academies. Out of zone students' access to CTE programs and academies is based on available capacity of the school and program. ADMISSION CRITERIA: Career and Technical Education Programs Out-of-Zone Variances • Subject to Volusia County School Board Policy 203, a student may apply for an out-of-zone variance to attend a school other than his/her assigned zoned school. • In the event that the student ceases to be enrolled in the career academy for which the out-of-zone variance is approved, the student is required to return to the school assigned to the attendance area based on residence. • Variance application submittal is not necessary for a student applying to career academies or International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offered outside his/her assigned high school zone.

Bus transportation to out-of-zone schools • NO bus transportation is available for a student to attend an out-of-zone high school. • If the career academy of choice requires a student to attend an out-of-zone high school, the student must provide his/her own transportation. *A student may send only ONE (1) Declaration of Intent to an academy in which he/she received written acceptance.

4 ...... available capacity of the school and program. of zone students' access to CTE programs and academies is based on *In zone students have priority to CTE programs and academies. Out Aquaculture, Environmental & Marine Science Agriscience ...... ANIMAL SCIENCE: NATURAL RESOURCES CLUSTER AGRICULTURE,FOOD, AND Digital Media Enterprise...... Deltona HS ADMINISTRATION CLUSTER MANAGEMENT AND BUSINESS Education ...... Teaching, Education & Learning . EDUCATIONCLUSTER AND TRAINING Hospitality & Culinary Arts . Design ...... Culinary Arts Culinary HOSPITALITYCLUSTER AND TOURISM Food & Agricultural Science . FOOD SCIENCE: Environmental Technology . PLANT SCIENCE: ......

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New Smyrna Beach HS New Smyrna Beach HS New Smyrna Beach HS Seabreeze HS University HS Mainland HS Deltona HS Atlantic HS Atlantic HS VOLUSIA COUNTY SCHOOLS ...... Communication & Multi-Media Technology Communication GRAPHIC,DIGITAL& WEB TECHNOLOGY: TECHNOLOGY CLUSTER ARTS, A/V,COMMUNICATION AND Finance ...... Finance ...... FINANCE CLUSTER & Aeronautics ...... Technology, Engineering, Science Engineering ...... Engineering ...... Engineering ...... Design & Manufacturing Technology . Manufacturing ...... CLUSTER ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY Unified Arts ...... On Stage: Performing Arts . PERFORMING & FINE ARTS: Digital Media & Design ...... Digital Video ...... Recording TechnologyDigital Audio . Career Academies 2020-2021 Career Academies ...... New Smyrna Beach HS

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Pine Ridge HS Seabreeze HS University HS University HS Mainland HS Mainland HS Mainland HS Atlantic HS Atlantic Atlantic HS Atlantic HS Atlantic HS Deland HS Deland HS ...... Computer Science INFORMATIONCLUSTER TECHNOLOGY Entertainment & Sports Marketing MARKETING, SALES, AND SERVICES CLUSTER ...... Public Service Law & Government . Criminal Justice ...... PUBLIC ADMINISTRATIONCLUSTER GOVERNMENT AND Robotics ...... Information Technology & Robotics . Game & Simulation ...... Game & Simulation ...... & Medicine . Scientific Inquiry Medical ...... Healthcare ...... Health Services Biomedical Sciences . Allied Health...... HEALTH SCIENCE AND HUMAN SERVICES CLUSTER Sports Science ...... Marketing & Promotion ...... New Smyrna Beach HS New Smyrna Beach HS New Smyrna Beach HS ...... Atlantic High School Spruce Creek HS Pine Ridge HS Seabreeze HS University HS University HS University HS Mainland HS Mainland HS Mainland HS Mainland HS Deltona HS Atlantic HS Atlantic HS

5 INTRODUCTION Atlantic High School is a high school in Port Orange serving approximately 1,400 students. The school is extremely proud of the excellent educational opportunities available, as well as the high expectations set for students. The heart and soul of the school’s success is the dedication and excellence of a caring faculty and the varied and comprehensive curriculum available to all students. SPECIAL HONORS AND AWARDS: • Recognized as a National School of Excellence • Class of 2019 $2 million in scholarships; and performed 15,622 volunteer hours ATLANTIC • Comprehensive fall, winter and spring athletic programs including the following HIGH SCHOOL highlights: - Girls : District Champs 2019 - Girls : 2nd and 7th place at 2019 regionals and qualified for State - : 2017 Boys Relay State Qualifiers, Girls Individual 1st and 2nd place at District and State medal winner - Boys Cross Country: District Champions 2016-18 - Girls Weightlifting: Individual District Champions, 2019 Individual State Qualifiers/Boys Weightlifting: 2019 District Runner-Up - Girls : Individual State Championship and all time State record 2018/ Team District runner-up and 4th at State 2018 - : 3 wrestlers qualified for State 2018, with one heavy weight 1250 Reed Canal Road, placing 5th/ 2017 5-Star Conference Runner-up - Girls : 2016-17 District Champions (State Runner up 2017) Port Orange, FL 32129 - : Boys 2016 District Champions, Girls 2016 District Champions Phone: and 5-Star Conference Champions (386) 322-6100 • Power Hour built into daily schedule for remediation, intervention, acceleration, Principal: and mentoring Mr. Stephen Hinson • School based industry experiences through ESE ACCESS curriculum • On-site dual enrollment with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and Daytona Website: State College (courses SLS 1122 Student Success, SLS 2301 Career www.myvolusiaschools.org Development, and DSC ENC 1101 & 1102) www.atlanticsharks.com • Additional off-site dual enrollment opportunities with Bethune-Cookman @SharksAHS University, Keiser University, and Daytona State College • Extensive Career and Technical Education courses within the academy programs that prepare students to receive the Gold Seal Vocational Scholarship upon completion DISTRICT GOLD LEVEL ACADEMIES – Law and Government, 2019 DISTRICT GOLD LEVEL ACADEMIES – Environmental & Marine Science, 2019 Atlantic High School offers a unique wall-to-wall career academy environment. That is, every student gets to participate in one of nine career academies or two programs. Students benefit from career-focused, project-based learning that prepares them for the highly competitive world. Atlantic High School offers students a multitude of other advantages such as advanced placement (AP), honors-level courses, the Superintendent Scholar Diploma, and the Commit to Graduate (C2G) program. Atlantic High School has also formed a close partnership with Daytona State College, and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and supports students who wish to pursue dual enrollment opportunities. Atlantic High School encourages involvement in athletics and extracurricular programs as a balance and supplement to academic study. Atlantic High School is committed to ensuring the academic and career success of its students both in the classroom and as contributing members of the community. 6 CAREER ACADEMIES TEACHING, EDUCATION, AND LEARNING ACADEMY The Academy allows students to explore a career that needs them Career Academy Facilitator: now more than ever – teaching! Students take coursework related to Stacey Bell [email protected] teaching theory, practice and early childhood development. ACADEMY OF LAW AND GOVERNMENT – Academy Director: Linda Schultz [email protected] Gold Level Academy The Academy focuses on careers in the areas of law, government ACADEMY OF DIGITAL AUDIO RECORDING TECHNOLOGY and public service. The Academy provides curriculum and internship The Academy enhances students’ skills as musicians, either experiences for students who aspire to be lawyers, politicians, police instrumentally or vocally, through the exploration of studio recording officers, forensic scientists, crime lab technicians, and other law and techniques that are used throughout the world. Partnerships with BCU government related fields. and DSC provide students with hands-on experiences in the recording Academy Director: Margo Rivera Conde [email protected] arts. Academy Director: Jeff Brown [email protected] AQUACULTURE, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND MARINE SCIENCE ACADEMY – Gold Level Academy ACADEMY OF GAMING AND SIMULATION The Academy provides training crucial to ’s unique environment The Academy explores the video game industry and the skills needed and prepares students to preserve and protect the earth by working in to become successful in this highly competitive industry. Working careers related to aquaculture and environmental services. Students with the latest technologies, students encounter the fast-paced are immersed in ecologically significant projects such as water quality world of computer games, 2D, 3D and animation, designing and testing, marine life sampling, and invasive species eradication. developing game concepts and assets. Academy Director: Jennifer Spain [email protected] Academy Director: Rick Bowrosen [email protected]

ON STAGE: PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY The Academy aims to inspire and enrich student creativity through an OTHER PROGRAMS innovative performing arts curriculum. Career focus in the technical and performance aspects of theatre, band, chorus, and dance ADVANCEMENT VIA INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION (AVID) connects students to arts and communications-related careers. AVID is an internationally recognized, college preparatory program Performing arts students perform with the All-State Chorus, Disney designed to support students in the academic middle for success in Candlelight, Surfscape Contemporary Dance Theatre, Fringe Festival, advanced high school academics, dual enrollment and AP courses, Florida State Thespians and earn superior ratings in Chorus, Band, while increasing eligibility and enrollment opportunities in four-year Dance and Drama county and state assessments. colleges. The program mission is to “close the achievement gap by Academy Director: Amanda Aubry [email protected] preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society”. AVID enables students in grades 9 through 12 to succeed TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, SCIENCE, AND in rigorous high school curricula; to enter mainstream activities in AERONAUTICS ACADEMY school; and to develop a foundation for future college success. As The Academy, in partnership with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University a methodology for accelerating student progress, AVID features a (ERAU), prepares students to fly unmanned vehicles, airplanes, and rigorous academic elective course with a sequential curriculum that introduces them to various aerospace careers. Building airplanes and focuses on writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization and reading. small UAV’s; and studying weather and aerodynamics are a few of Students also have access to tutorials during school hours. the opportunities of this exciting new academy. Students have the opportunity to earn concurrent college credit. AIR FORCE JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICERS Academy Director: Kelley Groel [email protected] TRAINING CORPS (JROTC) The Mission of the Air Force JROTC is to “develop citizens of DIGITAL VIDEO ACADEMY character, dedicated to serving nation and community”. Students The Academy prepares students for careers in the video production are encouraged to be involved in the community through industry. Students work with producers and directors who create real extracurricular and social activities. Different themes include: TV shows, movies and web series. Academy learning energizes and Frontiers in Aviation History; The Science of Flight; Astronomy; enhances students' original thinking and creativity through the use of and Exploration of Space. Program goals are to instill values of state-of-the-art equipment and hands-on, HD video production. citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility, Academy Director: Don Brunning [email protected] and sense of accomplishment to cadets.

ACADEMY OF MARKETING AND PROMOTION Honors, advanced placement, dual enrollment, Volusia Online Learning, and The Academy is designed to prepare students for employment and industry credentialing opportunities are available at Atlantic High School. For more advanced training in the marketing and sales industry. Students information, please contact a high school counselor. develop hands-on skills in advertising, sales, event management, and entrepreneurship through school-based enterprises. Academy Director: Roshunda Jenkins [email protected]

LEARN MORE BY ATTENDING Academy Open House Night 7 January 23, 2020 - 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm INTRODUCTION DeLand High School is a public, suburban high school located in West Volusia County serving approximately 2,800 students. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, DeLand High School is one of Volusia County’s largest high schools. DeLand High School serves students from DeLand and Lake Helen and is a magnet for the International Baccalaureate (IB) program, the Engineering Academy, and the Communication Academy.

SPECIAL HONORS AND AWARDS:

DELAND • Class of 2019 earned $5.5 million dollars in scholarships; 38,000 community service hours; 56 Florida Seals of Biliteracy; 44 International HIGH SCHOOL Baccalaureate candidates; 28 Superintendent's Diploma of Distinction candidates; 26 Associate's Degrees from Daytona State College; and, a National Merit Scholar Finalist. • AFJROTC named Distinguished Unit with Merit by HQ, 2019 • FFA State & National Fair Champion Poultry Team, 2019 • 128 Merit Designations earned through Industry Certification Exams by class of 2019 • Mr. Richard Hervey, recipient of Harper Award for Outstanding Service to Future Builders of America, 2019 • Ms. Melissa Lundell, West Volusia Crystal Apple Award winner, 2019 • Dr. Melissa Carr, Innovative Principal of the Year state finalist, 2019 800 North Hill Avenue DISTRICT GOLD LEVEL ACADEMY – Engineering, 2019 DeLand, FL 32724 DISTRICT GOLD LEVEL ACADEMY – Communication, 2019 Phone: (386) 822-6909 At the heart of DeLand High School’s excellence is an outstanding faculty who are Principal: committed to superior teaching and individualized learning experiences. Deland High School measures the superiority of teaching by the quality of time spent by faculty, Dr. Melissa Carr students, and business partners in interactive learning processes. Website: www.delandhs.org

Rooted in tradition. Destined for greatness.

8 CAREER ACADEMIES Technologies; Carpentry; Computer Systems Information Technology Career Academy Facilitator: (CSIT); Culinary Arts; Digital Media/Multimedia Design; Digital Video Jim Lowenstein [email protected] Technology; Diversified Career Technology/On-the-Job Training; Early Childhood Education; Emergency Medical Responder; Fashion Marketing; ENGINEERING ACADEMY – Gold Level Academy Sport, Recreation, and Entertainment Marketing; Technical Agriculture The Academy prepares students for careers in engineering, Operations; and Web Development. manufacturing, and technical design through the integration of math and science concepts, real-world problems, and software AIR FORCE JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS applications. The Academy uses Amatrol industry-standard (JROTC) equipment and integrated curriculum to connect various areas The Mission of Air Force Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (Air and levels of manufacturing: Quality assurance; design processes; Force JROTC) is to “develop citizens of character, dedicated to serving manufacturing processes; automated materials handling; electrical nation and community”. The mission is accomplished by (1) educating systems; and fluid power. This program culminates with a semester- and training high school students in citizenship, (2) promoting community long internship working in local industry. service, (3) instilling responsibility, character, and self-discipline, and Academy Director: Peter Policke [email protected] (4) providing instruction in Air & Space fundamentals and Leadership Education. Air Force JROTC encourages cadets to get involved in the COMMUNICATION ACADEMY – Gold Level Academy local community through extracurricular and service activities. The Academy provides students with rigorous, hands on experiences to prepare them for careers in the information technology industry. FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS Through digital design, digital video production, or journalism Numerous fine and performing arts courses are offered in the program pathways, students are engaged in comprehensive, real areas of art, dance, drama, and music. Visual arts courses include world projects; have opportunities to participate in program-specific beginning level 2D and 3D art; painting and drawing; ceramics and internships; and are provided with industry certification opportunities. pottery; photography; and a wide variety of advanced placement Academy Directors: Vickie Perri [email protected] (AP) arts courses. Visual art students compete and participate in April Sniffen [email protected] local festivals, county, state, national, and international competitions as well as humanitarian projects. International Baccalaureate students may choose IB Art or Photography for their sixth subject. OTHER PROGRAMS The dance program ranges from beginning to advanced courses with an opportunity to audition for Avant Garde, the school’s INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) performing dance group. IB students may also elect IB dance The International Baccalaureate (IB) program is a unique offering as their sixth subject. The Theatre program has two performing that provides a rigorous, internationally minded, well-rounded education components: Hill Street Theater and International Thespians. Both for students who are academically able and highly motivated. The IB groups perform two main stage shows yearly, one straight show and program has a common, liberal arts curriculum which is assessed by a musical. The theatre program is consistently rated both Superior internationally developed and graded examinations. The curriculum and Excellent in District and State level competitions. The program follows the objectives, topics and material recommended by the IB also offers Honors Theatre and IB classes. The music program, Board. The IB program challenges students in all subject areas and which has consistently earned superior ratings in district and state prepares them to be competitive applicants at top tier colleges. IB festivals, consists of both an active band and choral program. The students graduate with the skills and discipline necessary for success Band program consists of the Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, in a globally competitive world. Concert Band, Jazz Band, Marching Band, and numerous small Chamber Ensembles. The choral program consists of General CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) Chorus and Concert Chois; Women’s Chorale and Men’s Ensemble; CTE programs prepare secondary students with technical, academic and and a small cappella ensemble, Voice Male and DeLand Singers. IB employability skills for success in the workplace and in further education. courses are also taught in music. CTE programs may provide post-secondary dual enrollment, industry certification and work-based learning opportunities. The School offers Honors, advanced placement, dual enrollment, Volusia Online Learning, and industry credentialing opportunities are available at DeLand High School. For more the following CTE programs: Animal Science and Services; Applied information, please contact a high school counselor. Engineering Technology; Building Trades and Construction Design

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Rising 9th grade registration will take place on site at each middle school. 9 INTRODUCTION is committed to fostering the growth and development of 21st century student learners. Students are provided with diverse and individualized learning experiences that encourage career and college readiness skills. Deltona High School empowers students by providing challenging educational experiences in a caring and supportive environment. Students at DHS compile an impressive record of honors and distinctions in academics and activities. DELTONA SPECIAL HONORS AND AWARDS: HIGH SCHOOL • Highest Performing High School in Volusia County- School Grade 2019 • VCS Secondary Principal and Assistant Principal of the Year- 2019 • VCS Secondary Attendance Challenge Awards • Golden and Silver Awards for volunteerism and community involvement • District 5-Star School • Multiple Futures Mini-Grant Teacher recipients • 6 students earned perfect scores on the FSA or EOC - 2019 • 2019 Seniors earned 34,151 volunteer service hours and $1.7 million in scholarships • Dual Enrollment opportunities through Daytona State College • Athletic teams have earned various Conference and District titles 100 Wolf Pack Run • and Boys Basketball participation in the State Conference Series Deltona, FL 32725 • Girls Basketball earned the District Sportsmanship Award Phone: • American Red Cross - Distinguished Line of Service Award (386) 575-4153 • Cambridge International Program - Year 3 • Florida Power Library School Principal: • Annual Medallions of Excellence winners Mrs. Carolyn Carbonell • Nationally recognized AVID program Website: - All-State Band musicians www.myvolusiaschools.org - Award-winning Florida FFA Chapter www.dhswolves.com - HOSA State and International Leadership Conference recognition - State qualifying students in Theater, Band, Chorus, and Orchestra programs • Army JROTC earned numerous State & Regional awards and accolades • 19 various Industry Certification Exams offered in 8 career cluster areas • 3 Career Academies DISTRICT GOLD LEVEL ACADEMY - Health Services, 2019

Deltona High offers a variety of diverse and rigorous curriculum offerings such as the Cambridge International Program (AICE), Advanced Placement (AP), a variety of honors courses, dual enrollment opportunities, blended learning classes, Fine & Performing Arts, career academies and CTE classes. The school also offers a variety of student services in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) and Exceptional Student Education (ESE).

Deltona High School fosters a strong working relationship with parents, students, teachers, business, and community members. Deltona High School promotes excellence, communication, and community involvement which is the foundation for student success and life-long achievement.

10 CAREER ACADEMIES 2 years of the same world language; pass all state end-of-year exams with a 3 or higher (or the equivalent AP test with a 3 or Career Academy Administrator: Mike Micallef [email protected] higher); earn a 3 or higher on a minimum of 2 AP exams; earn a 3.5 overall weighted GPA with a 3.5 weighted cumulative GPA on AP courses; complete 100 hours of community service; and earn HEALTH SERVICES ACADEMY - Gold Level Academy The Academy prepares students for careers in the field of health care. an 1170 or higher on the SAT or a 26 or higher on the ACT are eligible for the Superintendent Scholar Diploma (SSD). Through strong partnerships with AdventHealth, and the local health care community, students participate in intensive medical preparation combined with career-related and core academics. ARMY JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS (JROTC) The mission of the Army JROTC is “to motivate young people to Academy Director: Brandy Meadows [email protected] be better citizens”. Army JROTC prepares high school students for responsible leadership roles while making them aware of rights, ACADEMY OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE The Academy prepares students for careers in the fields of food responsibilities, and privileges as American citizens. Through science and related agricultural careers. The Academy blends Leadership Education and Training courses, the program teaches high agriculture, farm to table, food chemistry, and culinary skills with core school students the value of citizenship, leadership, service to the community, personal responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment, academics. while instilling in them self-esteem, teamwork, and self-discipline. Academy Director: Farrah Johnson [email protected] Additionally, students have the opportunity to participate in the newly ACADEMY OF DIGITAL MEDIA ENTERPRISE created JROTC honors program. This newly created honors program The Academy prepares students for careers in the fields of graphic is designed for cadets seeking leadership positions or planning to design, marketing, promotion and production. Academy students serve as commanding officers within the JROTC. participate in a school-based enterprise designing, editing and CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) producing promotional materials for school and community partners. CTE programs prepare secondary students with technical, Academy Directors: John Scott [email protected] academic and employability skills for success in the workplace and Matt Milazzo [email protected] in further education. CTE programs may provide post-secondary dual enrollment, industry certification and work-based learning OTHER PROGRAMS opportunities. The School offers the following CTE programs: Agritechnology; Allied Health; Building Trades and Construction ADVANCEMENT VIA INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION (AVID) Design Technology; Culinary Arts; Digital Media/Multimedia Design; AVID is an internationally recognized, college preparatory program Digital Video Technology; Early Childhood Education; Food Science designed to support students in the academic middle for success Applications; and Promotional Enterprise. in advanced high school academics and to increase eligibility and enrollment opportunities in four-year colleges. The program mission CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM (AICE) is to “close the achievement gap by preparing all students for The AICE program is an international pre-university curriculum college readiness and success in a global society”. AVID enables and examination system for academically able students. AICE is students in grades 9 through 12 to succeed in rigorous high school internationally recognized as a university-level qualification and is curricula; to enter mainstream activities in school; and to develop committed to a flexible curriculum with global acceptance while a foundation for future college success. As a methodology for maintaining academic rigor that is a keystone of Cambridge. The accelerating student progress, AVID features a rigorous academic AICE program of study offers students one of the most demanding elective course with a sequential curriculum that focuses on writing, and rigorous college preparatory programs in the world. An AICE inquiry, collaboration, and reading. Students also have access to Diploma is awarded on the basis of examination scores and course tutorials during school hours. work performance during six full-credit courses. By requiring students to take a minimum of six full-credit courses with at least one course ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) / SUPERINTENDENT chosen from each of the three subject areas (Language, Mathematics SCHOLAR DIPLOMA (SSD) & Science and Arts & Humanities), the AICE Diploma ensures that all AP is a nationally recognized College Board program in which students follow a broad and balanced academic program. students can earn college credits while in high school. AP courses can help students acquire the skills and habits needed Honors, advanced placement, dual enrollment, Volusia Online Learning, Cambridge to be successful in college such as improved writing skills; International Program and industry credentialing opportunities are available at problem-solving abilities; time management skills, self-discipline; Deltona High School. For more information, please contact a high school counselor. and study habits. Students who complete 4 AP courses; take

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Silver & Blue Debut 11 Spring 2020 INTRODUCTION is home of the mighty Buccaneers! The school is a place that has been accredited as an institution of excellence for over 100 years; a place that embraces tradition, exudes pride, and inspires those who pass through its doors to explore, experience, and ultimately become empowered to excellence.

Mainland High School is proud of the wall-to-wall academies created to prepare each Buccaneer for any post-secondary pathway.

Mainland High School academies serve the diverse interests, not only of students, but of business and community partners as well. Represented within each of the MAINLAND academies are programs that focus on specific areas of study and provide the HIGH SCHOOL opportunity for all students to earn industry certifications, academic scholarships and a foundation for life-long learning.

SPECIAL HONORS AND AWARDS: • 2016 Washington Post: America’s Best High Schools That Challenge Their Students • A Century of Excellence 1914-2016, AdvancedED – accredited by the Southern Association Colleges and Schools (SACS) • Distinguished Unit with Merit: Outstanding AFJROTC Headquarters Inspection, 2013; 2014; 2015; 2016; 2017 • Sofia Slimak selected as the 2016-17 FRLA Hospitality Student of the Year 1255 W. Int’l Speedway Blvd. for the entire state of Florida • Academy of Hospitality & Culinary Arts awarded 1st place in waiter’s relay, Daytona Beach, FL 32114 gourmet meal, and decorative centerpieces at DSC Competition 2018 Phone: • 2017 Band & Orchestra Straight Superior Rating, District 6, Florida (386) 258-4665 Bandmaster Association Festival Principal: • 2017 National Champion Majorettes Mr. Timothy J. Huth • Superior ratings 2016-2018 for the Lady Bucs Dance and Drill Team, Majorettes, and Mirage Color Guard Website: • All State Chorus 4 years – Lillian Grusz www.myvolusiaschools.org • Award Winning Visual Arts Program www.mainlandhighschool.org • Science Olympiad Team earned awards at the Regional Competition and was a State Qualifier 2017-18 • Academy of Hospitality & Culinary Arts awarded 5th place in decorative center pieces at Florida Pro Start 2018 • Winner of various Robotics Competitions 2008, 2018 • Physics Olympics Champions 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 • First place in state competition for 2D art pencil drawing Best in Show, 2015 • Girls Golf 8th in 2016 and 2017 state competition • Boys Golf: 2nd in district; 2nd in region; 14th in state, 2016; three year state qualifier • District Football champions, state playoffs 25 consecutive years • AVID Certified School Site • Track & Field and Cross Country State qualifiers • Sports Science Academy Students designed and created a promotional poster and jersey design for the Daytona Beach Tortugas minor league baseball team in the spring of 2017 • The International Thespian Society has recognized MHS Thespian Troupe as the oldest in Florida and the 35th oldest worldwide

12 CAREER ACADEMIES Career Academy Facilitator: ACADEMY OF UNIFIED ARTS The Academy prepares students for careers in the performing Clifford Scarborough [email protected] and visual arts. The goal is to develop and refine student natural talent and/or interest in areas such as the Visual Arts (ceramics, ACADEMY OF COMMUNICATIONS AND sculpting, drawing and painting) and the Performing Arts (band, MULTIMEDIA TECHNOLOGY chorus, dance, drama, musical theater, orchestra and music theory). The Academy offers a comprehensive and integrated approach In addition, students are able to learn about the business and to prepare students for careers in the print, web, broadcast supportive aspects of careers in the arts. The Academy prepares communication and photographic design. Pathways within the students for multiple Advanced Placement courses within the visual Academy include digital video production, digital multimedia design, and performing arts. and digital photography. Students have the opportunity to work in Academy Director: Shelly Warren [email protected] studio labs with dedicated industry quality equipment. Academy Directors: Nikki Golub [email protected] PUBLIC SERVICE ACADEMY Tara Gardner [email protected] The Academy focuses on preparing students for public service through various professional careers such as firefighting, law ACADEMY OF COMPUTER SCIENCE enforcement, education, fish/wildlife officers and the military. The The Academy offers students a variety of courses to prepare for Military Division of this academy features the Air Force JROTC careers in computer science, technology implementation and program. Opportunities exist for dual enrollment and vocational integration. Pathways within the Academy include technical support, certifications. programming, web development and game and simulation. Multiple Academy Director: Michael Miglioranzi [email protected] opportunities exist for industry certifications. This Academy is affiliated with the Cisco Networking Academy. SPORTS SCIENCE ACADEMY Academy Director: Clifford Scarborough [email protected] The Academy provides a path for athletic training, sports administration and marketing. Students have an opportunity to work ACADEMY OF DESIGN AND MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY with existing athletic teams, and the athletic department, to gain The Academy is designed for students interested in architecture, hands on sports science experience. engineering, construction, drafting, computer aided manufacturing, Academy Director: Micheal Burton [email protected] electronics and interior design. Students have an opportunity to work in a small-scale fabrication lab with CNC machines, plotters, Honors, advanced placement, dual enrollment, Volusia Online Learning, and wood and metal working machines and promotional products industry credentialing opportunities are available at Mainland High School. manufacturing equipment. The Academy is affiliated with Project For more information, please contact a high school counselor. Lead the Way, a national pre-engineering curriculum. Opportunities exist for dual enrollment at Daytona State College. Academy Director: Al Kelleher [email protected]

ACADEMY OF HOSPITALITY AND CULINARY ARTS The Academy is designed to prepare students in the hospitality and tourism career cluster. The curriculum is sponsored by the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation (NRAEF). The divisions offered in this academy are culinary arts and lodging/tourism. Students gain hands on experience in venue operation, culinary operation, entertainment management and lodging. Academy Director: Ryan Barbarow [email protected]

ACADEMY OF SCIENTIFIC INQUIRY AND MEDICINE The Academy is designed for students with career interests in health and medical fields. The programs of study includes allied health assisting and biomedical sciences. Academy Director: Susana Mandell [email protected]

LEARN MORE BY ATTENDING 8TH Grade Buccaneer Extravaganza! 13 Thursday, January 16, 2020 6:00 pm INTRODUCTION New Smyrna Beach High School is a comprehensive high school serving approximately 2,000 students. With state-of-the-art facilities, equipment, and technology, the faculty and staff are extremely proud of the excellent educational and extra curricular opportunities available to students. Over the years, the school has been recognized for its outstanding programs and student achievements.

NEW SMYRNA SPECIAL HONORS AND AWARDS: BEACH HIGH • 2018-19 graduates received 166 industry certifications. • Highest pass rate in the district for Biology End of SCHOOL Course Exams • 4 students received perfect scores on standardized assessments. • ELA passing percentage rate amongst top 3 in the district. • Class of 2019: 11 students received the Medallion of Excellence - 34 students earned the Distinguished Scholars Diploma - 108 students received merit scholarships - 85 seniors walked in white and 50 were dual enrolled • 22 graduates received AA Degree from Daytona State College prior to graduating from high school. • The class of 2019 received over $5.4 million in community, college, 1015 Tenth Street athletic, and military scholarships. • 11 graduates received athletic scholarships. New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168 DISTRICT GOLD LEVEL ACADEMY – Medical, 2019 Phone: DISTRICT GOLD LEVEL ACADEMY – Engineering, 2019 (386) 424-2555 DISTRICT GOLD LEVEL ACADEMY – Criminal Justice, 2019 Principal: • Medical Academy HOSA Chapter recognized as an Outstanding Chapter, Mr. Matthew Krajewski for the past 12 years. • 2018-19 Regional Champion Girl’s Volleyball Team Website: • 2019 Girl's Weightlifting District, Regional, and 5-Star Champions www.myvolusiaschools.org www.nsbhigh.com

14 CAREER ACADEMIES ACADEMY OF EDUCATION The Academy prepares students for careers related to early Career Academy Facilitator: Denise Johns [email protected] childhood education with practical teaching experience in the on- site preschool. The academy offers an opportunity for students to AGRISCIENCE ACADEMY earn the nationally recognized Child Development Associate (CDA) The Academy prepares students for careers in agriscience, industry certification. horticulture, animal science, and aquaculture. Through the school Academy Director: Elisebeth Jones [email protected] farm and the area marine environments, students have opportunities to connect with local projects in agricultural sciences. Academy Director: Patrick Hole [email protected] OTHER PROGRAMS CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING – Gold Level Academy CTE programs prepare secondary students with technical, The Academy provides training in the engineering and technology academic and employability skills for success in the workplace and career cluster through the national Project Lead The Way program. in further education. CTE programs may provide post-secondary Activities are hands-on and project-based with an emphasis on dual enrollment, industry certification and work-based learning robotics and automation, culminating with the Computer Integrated opportunities. The School offers the following CTE programs: Manufacturing course. Aquaculture; Construction; Digital Video Technology; Diversified Academy Director: Dennis Humphrey [email protected] Career Technology/On-the-Job Training; Early Childhood Education; and Game/Simulation/Animation Visual Design. ACADEMY OF ENTERTAINMENT AND SPORTS MARKETING The Academy develops a solid foundation of marketing, financial, FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS and business skills through the use of project-based curriculum. Students interested in the arts can pursue an extensive range of art, Students gain hands-on experience producing print media and dance, drama, and music courses with an opportunity to enroll in promotional videos for the school's sports teams. advanced placement (AP) and honors courses. Academy Director: Matt Musgrove [email protected] CAMBRIDGE/AICE CULINARY ARTS ACADEMY The Cambridge/AICE program is an international pre-university The Academy utilizes the industry-standard, ProStart curriculum, to curriculum and examination system for academically able students. teach students skills in the hospitality and tourism career cluster. AICE is internationally recognized as a university-level qualification Students in the advanced courses are responsible for the operation and is committed to a flexible curriculum with global acceptance of Cuda Café, a school-based restaurant. while maintaining academic rigor that is a keystone of Cambridge. Academy Director: Dana Luff [email protected] The AICE program of study offers students one of the most demanding and rigorous college preparatory programs in the world. MEDICAL ACADEMY – Gold Level Academy An AICE Diploma is awarded on the basis of examination scores and The Academy prepares students for a wide variety of health course work performance during six full-credit courses. By requiring care careers and students have the opportunity to participate in students to take a minimum of six full-credit courses with at least health-related training through the Academy’s unique partnership one course chosen from each of the three subject areas (Language, with AdventHealth. Students participate in job shadowing and Mathematics & Science and Arts & Humanities), the AICE Diploma are offered internship experiences at local medical facilities. ensures that all students follow a broad and balanced academic Academy Director: Kathleen Rich Zois [email protected] program.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE ACADEMY – Gold Level Academy Honors, advanced placement, dual enrollment, Volusia Online Learning, and The Academy provides students with education in law enforcement industry credentialing opportunities are available at New Smyrna Beach High including police ethics, crime lab and accident investigation School. For more information, please contact a high school counselor. procedures, defense tactics, and crime prevention. The Academy offers the only high school 911 Telecommunicator training. Academy Directors: Diana Cox [email protected] Mark Fletcher [email protected]

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New Smyrna Beach High representatives visit your school in the Spring 2020. 15 INTRODUCTION is located in Deltona serving approximately 1,700 students and is an award-winning community high school. The school offers an extensive program of studies and extracurricular activities to challenge and motivate all students. Pine Ridge High School provides a variety of programs, such as Cambridge/ AICE, Dual Enrollment and Advanced Placement (AP) that give students an opportunity to earn college credits while still in high school. The school also offers a gold-level Healthcare Academy, Advanced Manufacturing/STEAM Academy, Animal Science program, AVID {Advancement Via Independent Determination} program and PINE RIDGE the Air Force Junior ROTC program. The academies and programs at Pine Ridge HIGH SCHOOL High School also allow students to earn career-related industry certifications. Pine Ridge High School creates a high achieving cultural environment of opportunities for individualized student support.

SPECIAL HONORS AND AWARDS:

• Five-Star Award • 2 Medallion of Excellence senior recipient; 2018 • Bowling District Champions; 2018-2019 • Partnership with NASA • Over 70 industry certifications earned by students; 2018 926 Howland Blvd. • 12 Students graduated with an Associates of Arts (AA) Degree Deltona, FL 32738 • 11 Seniors earned Superintendent’s Diploma of Distinction • Culinary Program is a Prostart certified program Phone: • 20 Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) students placed in (386) 575-4195 regional competition Principal: • Superior Dance Team Dr. Paul Nehrig • GreenPower Car placed 1st at Jasper, AL Grand Prix; 2018 • SeaPerch Robotics placed 1st in custom class and 2nd in Website: stock class; 2018 www.pineridgehighschool.com • Over 100 2018 seniors graduated with honors (above 3.5 GPA) • Consistent chorus MPA superior ratings • FUTURE Tomorrows Leaders selectees • DSC dual enrollment courses offered on campus • FFA American Degree recipient • Air Force JROTC program: Awarded ‘Exceeds Expectations’ rating DISTRICT GOLD LEVEL ACADEMY – Healthcare, 2019

Pine Ridge High School is committed to providing an educational setting where all students graduate in 4 years, both college and career ready, with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to become successful citizens in the 21st century.

Pine Ridge High School was the first school in Volusia County to offer Cambridge AICE level exams with an 87% success rate and the first to test students for the Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) exam. In addition, four students passed the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) exam.

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16 CAREER ACADEMIES CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) CTE programs prepare secondary students with technical, Career Academy Facilitator: academic and employability skills for success in the workplace and Kyle Schicker [email protected] in further education. CTE programs may provide post-secondary HEALTHCARE ACADEMY – Gold Level Academy dual enrollment, industry certification and work-based learning The Academy provides training for students interested in any of opportunities. The School offers the following CTE programs: the three following career areas: athletic training and advanced Allied Health Assisting; Applied Cybersecurity; Animal Science and sciences; first responder; and fire rescue services. Students are Services; Automation and Production Technology; Culinary Arts; rigorously prepared through integrated projects in core and CTE Digital Media/Multimedia Design. courses and through the Academy's unique partnership with AdventHealth. ADVANCEMENT VIA INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION (AVID) Academy Director: Renae Lee [email protected] AVID is an internationally-recognized, college preparatory program designed to support students in the academic middle for success in advanced high school academics and to increase eligibility ADVANCED MANUFACTURING/STEAM ACADEMY and enrollment opportunities in four-year colleges. The program The Academy prepares students for post-secondary education mission is “to close the achievement gap by preparing all students in engineering and technology, as well as direct entry careers in for college readiness and success in a global society”. AVID design, machining, robotics, programming and fabrication through enables students in grades 9 through 12 to succeed in rigorous the use of industry standard equipment and integration with rigorous high school curricula; to enter mainstream activities in school; core courses. Academy students produce aerospace quality parts for and to develop a foundation for future college success. As a NASA's HUNCH program to use on the International Space Station methodology for accelerating student progress, AVID features a and are active in GreenpowerUSA Racing and SeaPerch Robotics rigorous academic elective course with a sequential curriculum competitions. that focuses on writing, inquiry, collaboration, and reading. Academy Director: James Maynard [email protected] Students also have access to tutorials during school hours. ADVANCED INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION (AICE) OTHER PROGRAMS The AICE program is an international pre-university curriculum and examination system for academically able students. AICE is ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) / SUPERINTENDENT internationally recognized as a university-level qualification and is SCHOLAR DIPLOMA (SSD) committed to a flexible curriculum with global acceptance while AP is a nationally recognized College Board program in which maintaining academic rigor that is a keystone of Cambridge. students can earn college credits while in high school. AP courses The AICE program of study offers students one of the most can help students acquire the skills and habits needed to be demanding and rigorous college preparatory programs in the successful in college such as improved writing skills; problem-solving world. An AICE Diploma is awarded on the basis of examination abilities; time management skills, self-discipline; and study habits. scores and course work performance during six full-credit Students who complete 4 AP courses; take 2 years of the same courses. By requiring students to take a minimum of six full- world language; pass all state end-of-year exams with a 3 or higher credit courses with at least one course chosen from each of the (or the equivalent AP test with a 3 or higher); earn a 3 or higher on a three subject areas (Language, Mathematics & Science and Arts & Humanities), the AICE Diploma ensures that all students follow minimum of 2 AP exams earn a 3.5 overall weighted GPA with a 3.5 a broad and balanced academic program. weighted cumulative GPA on AP courses; complete 100 hours of community service; and earn an 1170 or higher on the SAT or a 26 AIR FORCE JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICERS TRAINING or higher on the ACT are eligible for the Superintendent Scholar CORPS (JROTC) Diploma (SSD). The Mission of the Air Force JROTC is to “develop citizens of character, dedicated to serving nation and community”. Students FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS PROGRAM are encouraged to be involved in the community through The fine and performing arts program includes courses in dance, extracurricular and social activities. Different themes include: debate, drama, guitar, instrumental music, keyboarding, music Frontiers in Aviation History; The Science of Flight; Astronomy; theory, speech, and vocal music. Students have the opportunity and Exploration of Space. Program goals are to instill values of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility, to take AP courses in Music Theory, Art History, Studio Art: 2-D and sense of accomplishment to cadets. Design, Studio Art: 3-D Design. Students can participate in any of the choirs, marching band, jazz band, Pantherette Dance Team, and Honors, advanced placement, dual enrollment, Volusia Online Learning, and Thespian Troupe. industry credentialing opportunities are available at Pine Ridge High School. For more information, please contact a high school counselor.

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Future Freshmen Night: January 2020 (Please check Pine Ridge High School Website for Information) 17 INTRODUCTION is consistently recognized as one of the top high schools in Daytona Beach serving approximately 1,650 students. The School, in its 112th year, is proud of the high level of rigor, relevance, and relationships that create an excellent environment to learn. Seabreeze High School offers a diversified variety of graduation paths. Seabreeze High School prides itself on high standardized test scores and ranks with one of the highest graduation rates in the district. SEABREEZE SPECIAL HONORS AND AWARDS: • Awarded “A” School Accountability Grade, 2018 HIGH SCHOOL • Five-Star Award, 2009-2018 • National Red Ribbon Certified School • U.S. News & World Report, Best High Schools Ranking, 2017 • 2013-2017 Seabreeze has received the prestigious U.S. Congressional Art Award • More than $4 million dollars in scholarships • Over 32,600 volunteer hours • Instrumental music programs earned superior rating at all assessments • Special Olympics Unified Teams medaled at State and National Games, 2017; 2018; FHSAA Unified Basketball State Champions 2019 2700 North Oleander Avenue • Boys Soccer, Five Star Conference Champion and Boys 3A State Daytona Beach, FL 32118 Champions, 2017, and 2nd place, 2018-2019 Phone: • Flag Football - Five Star Conference Champions (386) 258-4674 • Cross Country - Boys full teams went to the State Champion, 2016-2018; Girls full teams, 2016; Boys Five Star Conference Champions, 2018 Principal: • 35 percent of 2019 seniors achieved high honors designation Mr. Joseph Rawlings • Culinary ProStart State Competition, 5th place out of 50 schools, 2017 Website: • Marching 100 received a personal invitation from the Lord Mayor of London www.myvolusiaschools.org to march in the New Year’s Parade in 2019 www.seabreezehigh.org Seabreeze High School meets the needs of all students with extensive offerings in the advanced placement (AP), Cambridge/AICE, AVID, and honors programs. Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs include three career academies: Academy of Culinary Design, Academy of Allied Health and the Academy of Digital Media. In addition, a full offering of exceptional student education (ESE) classes and services are available.

18 CAREER ACADEMIES CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) CTE programs prepare secondary students with technical, academic Career Academy Facilitator: and employability skills for success in the workplace and in further Kasondra Price [email protected] education. CTE programs may provide post-secondary dual enrollment, ACADEMY OF CULINARY DESIGN industry certification and work-based learning opportunities. The The Academy provides an in-depth experience of the Culinary and School offers the following CTE programs: Allied Health Assisting; Hospitality industries. Through classroom labs, off-site volunteer Building Trades and Construction Design Technologies; Culinary Arts; opportunities, and local industry mentors, students gain valuable Digital Video Technology; Diversified Career Technology/On-the-Job knowledge, experience, and insight into one of the fastest growing Training; Horticulture Science and Services; Digital Media and Design; sectors of the economy. The Academy uses the Florida Restaurant and Marketing, Management and Entrepreneurial Principles. Association’s curriculum, ProStart, to provide industry standard training. Additionally, students have the opportunity to earn the FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS ServSafe industry certification. The professional and experienced staff, and partnerships with Academy Director: Hannah Offenberg [email protected] professional organizations and institutions, make for a strong fine and performing arts programs. Fine arts courses range from beginning ACADEMY OF DIGITAL MEDIA AND DESIGN drawing and ceramics to advanced placement (AP) courses including The Academy provides students with the opportunity to combine Art History. The performing arts program includes Band, Chorus, Vocal concepts of digital media and photography while creating various Ensemble, Orchestra, Jazz Band, Eurythmics (Color Guard), Keyboard, printed materials to display their work. While integrating academic Theatre, and American Musical Theatre. courses for a hands-on curriculum, students take Creative Photography and Digital Media courses that use industry standard software and ADVANCEMENT VIA INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION (AVID) professional camera equipment. The course work prepares students AVID is an internationally-recognized, college preparatory program for careers such as: Graphic Artist, Photographer, and Digital Publisher. designed to support students in the academic middle for success Academy Director: Gwen Coy [email protected] in advanced high school academics and to increase eligibility and enrollment opportunities in four-year colleges. The program mission ACADEMY OF ALLIED HEALTH is “to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college The Academy provides students with an opportunity to learn about and readiness and success in a global society”. AVID enables students gain hands-on experience for careers in the healthcare industry, such in grades 9 through 12 to succeed in rigorous high school curricula; as athletic trainer, dental hygienist, diagnostic medical sonographer, to enter mainstream activities in school; and to develop a foundation dietitian, medical technologist, occupational therapist, physical for future college success. As a methodology for accelerating student therapist, radiographer, respiratory therapist and speech language progress, AVID features a rigorous academic elective course with a pathologist. Students take a progression of courses in the academy sequential curriculum that focuses on writing, inquiry, collaboration, and including Medical Skills and Services which offers CPR/AED and reading. Students also have access to tutorials during school hours. First Aid Certification; Health Science Anatomy and Physiology; and Program Director: Lynne Seeber [email protected] Allied Health 3. Senior level courses provide students with real-world experiences through the partnership with AdventHealth, as well as CAMBRIDGE/AICE an opportunity to earn industry certifications. The Cambridge/AICE program is an international pre-university Academy Director: Kelley Lemon [email protected] curriculum and examination system for academically able students. AICE is internationally recognized as a university-level qualification and is committed to a flexible curriculum with global acceptance while OTHER PROGRAMS maintaining academic rigor that is a keystone of Cambridge. The AICE program of study offers students one of the most demanding ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) / SUPERINTENDENT and rigorous college preparatory programs in the world. An AICE SCHOLAR DIPLOMA (SSD) Diploma is awarded on the basis of examination scores and course AP is a nationally recognized College Board program in which work performance during six full-credit courses. By requiring students students may simultaneously earn high school and college credits. AP to take a minimum of six full-credit courses with at least one course courses can help students acquire the skills and habits needed to be chosen from each of the three subject areas (Language, Mathematics successful in college such as improved writing skills; problem-solving & Science and Arts & Humanities), the AICE Diploma ensures that all abilities; time management skills, self-discipline; and study habits. students follow a broad and balanced academic program. Students who complete 4 AP (or 4 AICE courses); take 2 years of the AICE Coordinator: Christine LeBlanc [email protected] same world language; pass all state end-of-year exams with a 3 or higher (or the equivalent AP test with a 3 or higher); earn a 3 or higher Honors, advanced placement, dual enrollment, Volusia Online Learning, and industry on a minimum of 2 AP exams (or a 4 or higher on 2 AICE exams); earn credentialing opportunities are available at Seabreeze High School. For more a 3.5 overall weighted GPA with a 3.5 weighted cumulative GPA on AP information, please contact a high school counselor. or AICE courses; complete 100 hours of community service; and earn an 1170 or higher on the SAT or a 26 or higher on the ACT are eligible for the Superintendent Scholar Diploma (SSD).

LEARN MORE BY ATTENDING SO YOU WANNA BE A SANDCRAB JANUARY 14TH, 2020 @ 6:00 pm 19 INTRODUCTION is consistently recognized as one of the top high schools in the nation according to Newsweek and the Washington Post. The school also has one of the top ranked International Baccalaureate (IB) Schools based upon the number of exams administered and international diplomas earned. The highly acclaimed fine arts program is a vital part of an extensive program of studies, designed to offer courses that meet the needs of all students. Spruce Creek High School has more than 61 clubs and an award-winning sports program to enhance, enrich, and extend student experiences SPRUCE CREEK beyond the classroom. HIGH SCHOOL SPECIAL HONORS AND AWARDS:

• 50% of seniors have a GPA of 3.5 or higher • Almost $7 million worth of scholarships awarded to senior class • 41% of seniors enrolled in at least one AP or IB course • 43% of seniors recommended for Bright Futures Scholarship program • 75% of students are enrolled in at least one honors level course • 45% of students are enrolled in a Career & Technical course • 80% of senior class are college bound • 3 News Journal Medallion of Excellence Winners • 5 National Merit Scholarship semi-finalists 801 Taylor Road • 11 National Merit Commended scholars Port Orange, FL 32127 • 70% of seniors took the standardized SAT or ACT and their average scores exceeded district, state, and national averages Phone: • 7 Students attended the State Science Fair (386) 322-6272 • 20 students earned an AA degree in addition to their high school diploma Principal: • Band, Color Guard, Chorus, Dance, Orchestra, and Drama all earned Dr. Todd Sparger Superior ratings at District and state MPA • More than 3,250 AP/IB tests administered last year Website: • 90% of student body is enrolled in an arts course www.myvolusiaschools.org • 8 Conference athletic team champions. 5 of those teams are also district www.sprucecreekhigh.com champions and 1 are regional champions • All Academic-State Team Champion - Sports Teams • 2 athletes are recognized by the NEWS JOURNAL as PLAYERS OF THE YEAR for their sport • 2 seniors signed letters of intent to continue their sport at the college level DISTRICT GOLD LEVEL ACADEMY – Information Technology and Robotics, 2019 DISTRICT GOLD LEVEL ACADEMY – Finance, 2019

Spruce Creek High School provides all students with a challenging, creative curriculum that fosters graduates who are knowledgeable, contributing members of the community and world.

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20 CAREER ACADEMIES CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION CTE programs prepare secondary students with technical, Career Academy Facilitator: academic and employability skills for success in the workplace Barbara Bailey [email protected] and in further education. CTE programs may provide post- ACADEMY OF FINANCE – Gold Level Academy secondary dual enrollment, industry certification and work-based The Academy of Finance prepares students with the analytical, learning opportunities. The School offers the following CTE mathematical, and verbal skills needed for careers in the finance programs: Accounting Applications; Applied Robotics; Computer career cluster. In this Jump-Start Coalition program, students are Systems and Information Technology (CSIT); Culinary Arts; Digital trained for careers in banking, financial planning, accounting, and Media/Multimedia Design; Digital Video Technology; Diversified money management through a rigorous curriculum and suggested Career Technology/On-the-Job Training; Game/Simulation/ internships in the local financial community. Students also have the Animation Programming; JAVA Development and Programming; opportunity to work at the student-run school branch of Launch .Net Applications Development and Programming; Promotional Federal Credit Union. Enterprise; and Web Development. Academy Director: Griffin Fuller [email protected] ARMY JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS ACADEMY OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND (JROTC) ROBOTICS – Gold Level Academy The mission of the Army Junior JROTC is “to motivate young The Academy prepares students for tomorrow’s careers in the people to be better citizens”. Army JROTC prepares high school fields of information technology, computer programming, robotics, students for responsible leadership roles while making them aware simulation, and game design. In this 4-year, school-within-a-school of rights, responsibilities, and privileges as American citizens. program, students are immersed in a project-based learning Through Leadership Education and Training courses, the program environment designed to integrate all academic and technology teaches high school students the value of citizenship, leadership, areas. The Academy has partnered with the Ford Motor Company service to the community, personal responsibility, and a sense of Fund and their Next Generation Learning Network (NGL) curriculum accomplishment, while instilling in them self-esteem, teamwork, to deliver a hands-on approach to learning with a multidisciplinary and self-discipline. Additionally, students have the opportunity to team of teachers exploring new ideas; working on real world participate in the JROTC honors program. The honors program is projects; and inventing practical solutions in a technical world. designed for cadets seeking leadership positions or planning to Laptops are used as the primary education tool. serve as commanding officers within the JROTC. Academy Director: Kate Allen [email protected] FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS Students interested in the fine and performing arts have a wide OTHER PROGRAMS variety of courses from which to choose in the areas of art, drama, dance, and music. An honors component is available in the third INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) year of each area to those students who complete a contract for The International Baccalaureate (IB) program is a unique offering advanced study. Visual arts classes include courses in 2D design, that provides a rigorous, internationally minded, well-rounded drawing and painting, photography, computer arts and pottery. educationfor students who are academically able and highly The three full-time music faculty and adjunct music faculty create motivated. The IBprogram has a common, liberal arts curriculum an atmosphere of musical rigor and performance excellence. which is assessed byinternationally developed and graded Students may participate in men’s or women’s chorus, concert band, marching band, jazz band, orchestra, AP music theory and examinations. The curriculum follows the objectives, topics and IB music. Drama and acting classes offer students the opportunity material recommended by the IB Board. The IB program challenges to learn stage craft as well as performance techniques. Dance students in all subject areas and prepares them to be competitive classes incorporate both contemporary dance and classical ballet applicants at top tier colleges. IB students graduate with the skills techniques. and discipline necessary for success in a globally competitive world. Honors, advanced placement, dual enrollment, Volusia Online Learning, and industry credentialing opportunities are available at Spruce Creek High School. For more information, please contact a high school counselor.

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International Baccalaureate (IB); Academy of Finance (AOF); and Academy of Information Technology and Robotics (AITR); and AVID Overview January 23, 2020; 6:00 pm Incoming 9th Grade Family Style Registration Nights March 10 & 11, 2020 21 INTRODUCTION T. DeWitt Taylor Middle/High School is located in Pierson and serves approximately 1,150 students. Taylor Middle/High School continues to maintain the characteristics that make it unique – a caring small school environment where administration, teachers, counselors, students, and parents work together to ensure student success. The curriculum at the school is based upon a commitment to students’ intellectual, social, and physical development as well as to the needs and interests of students with all abilities and cultural backgrounds. Programs are designed to enable students to develop a positive self-image and to assume a responsible position in the workplace, higher education, and the community.

T. DEWITT TAYLOR SPECIAL HONORS AND AWARDS: MIDDLE-HIGH SCHOOL • 2020 Volusia County Teacher of the Year • Four Dell Scholars in 2019, 11 in the last five years • Girls Volleyball Five-Star Blue Division Champions 2018 • Boys Soccer Five-Star Blue Division Champions, 2018 • Class of 2019 $183,600 dollars in scholarship money • Daytona Beach News-Journal Medallion of Excellence Winner, 2019 • Four Bright Futures Medallions of Excellence Seniors, 2019 • Two Juniors selected for Tomorrow’s Leaders Program, 2019 • FFA District Champion MS Extemporaneous Public Speaking, 2018; District Champion Tractor Operations, 2018; Five State FFA Degree Recipients, 2018; East Coast Federation Officer, 2018-2019 100 East Washington Avenue • State Finalist Male in Cross Country, 2018 Pierson, FL 32180 • Student selected as Volusia County Representative for the CTE Presidential Phone: Review Team, 2020 (386) 740-9800 • One Merit Scholar Finalist 2017 • Sunshine State Scholar 2018 Principal: • Benacquisto Scholarship recipient 2018 Kathy Gibbons • 7 SDD Candidates Website: • 9 FL Academic Scholars www.taylorwildcats.com • 8 class of 2019 students graduate with AA degrees At T. DeWitt Taylor Middle-High School, opportunities are available for dual enrollment, accelerated education, and advanced placement (AP) courses in addition to the regular school day options. Providing a challenging curriculum, the school offers a variety of program choices in a nurturing, family environment “where everyone knows your name.”

22 OTHER PROGRAMS CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) CTE programs prepare secondary students with technical, ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) academic and employability skills for success in the workplace and AP is a nationally recognized College Board program in which in further education. CTE programs may provide post-secondary students can earn college credits while in high school. AP courses dual enrollment, industry certification and work-based learning can help students acquire the skills and habits needed to be opportunities. Taylor Middle High School offers the following CTE successful in college such as improved writing skills; problem- programs: Agritechnology; Allied Health Assisting; Animal Science solving abilities; time management skills, self-discipline; and study and Services; Building trades & Construction Design; Digital Media/ habits. Multimedia Design; and Marketing.

DUAL ENROLLMENT Honors, advanced placement, dual enrollment, Volusia Online Learning, and industry Taylor Middle High School offers opportunities for students, who meet credentialing opportunities are available at Taylor Middle/High School. For more information, please contact Mrs. Lisette Nazario, guidance director. certain criteria to dual enroll with Daytona State College. Taylor Middle High School offers four courses that may be taken on campus. Students, also, may opt for a shortened dayto attend classes at DSC or may enroll in on-line DSC courses to complete on campus.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES ATHLETICS Participating in a sport adds to the overall high school experience. Student athletes may participate in any of the following sports: football, volleyball, soccer, baseball, , cross-country, flag football, weightlifting basketball, and tennis.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS There are multiple clubs and organizations students may participate in to build relationships and leadership. Students may participate in BETA Club, Spanish Club, Band Drum Line, Future Farmers of America (FFA), Academic Team, Student Government Association (SGA), PAWs for Cause, Math Counts, Builders Club, Health & Science Club, 3D Printing Club, Gay/Straight Alliance, fellowship of Christian Athletes, and National Honor Society as well as many other extracurricular activities.

AVID (ADVANCEMENT VIA INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION) AVID is an internationally-recognized, college preparatory program designed to support students in the academic middle for success in advanced high school academics and to increase eligibility and enrollment opportunities in four-year colleges. The program mission is “to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society”. AVID enables students in grades 9 through 12 to succeed in rigorous high school curricula; to enter mainstream activities in school; and to develop a foundation for future college success. As a methodology for accelerating student progress, AVID features a rigorous academic elective course with a sequential curriculum that focuses on writing, inquiry, collaboration, and reading. Students also have access to tutorials during school hours.

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Media Center - 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm February 19, 2020 (A thru K), February 20, 2020 (L thru Z) 23 INTRODUCTION University High School is the newest high school in Volusia County, featuring a state-of- the-art facility serving approximately 2,700 students from the communities of Orange City, DeBary, Deltona, and DeLand. At University High School innovative technologies, advanced curricula, and student-centered teaching are the focus in preparing students for success in a rapidly changing world. Some of the curricular offerings include career academies; advanced placement (AP) and honors courses; rigorous Cambridge Assessment International Education (AICE) and career and technical education (CTE) programs; fine and performing arts; and Army JROTC. UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL SPECIAL HONORS AND AWARDS: • Regional Qualifiers - Girls and Boys Golf. Wrestling, Swimming • State Qualifiers – Girls and Boys Weightlifting, Girls Bowling, Boys and Girls Wrestling • Class of 2019 earned - $3.2 Million in scholarships - 45,412 community service hours • 23 seniors graduated with an Associate of Arts (AA) Degree • 31 seniors qualified for the Distinguished Scholar Diploma, 2019 • 25% of the Class of 2019 Graduated with Honors • 94 Scholar Designations 1000 Rhode Island Avenue • National Merit Scholar Recipient Orange City, FL 32763 • Over 145 students earned an industry certifications, 2019 • Teen – CERT Team is a part of FEMA and Homeland Security Phone: • Seven years in a row, Marching Band has earned Superior ratings (386) 968-0013 • 650+ Advanced Placement Exams administered Principal: DISTRICT GOLD LEVEL ACADEMY - Finance, 2019 Dr. Julian Jones DISTRICT GOLD LEVEL ACADEMY - Gaming/Simulation, 2019 Website: www.myvolusiaschools.org To enhance the learning beyond the high school walls, University High School has www.uhstitans.com established post-secondary partnerships with the University of Central Florida (UCF), Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU), Stetson University, and Devry University. At the core of University High School’s excellence are a team of outstanding teachers who are committed to each student and his/her individual success.

24 CAREER ACADEMIES and employability skills for success in the workplace and in further education. CTE programs may provide post-secondary dual enrollment, Career Academy Facilitator: industry certification and work-based opportunities. The School offers Jennifer Peel [email protected] the following CTE programs: Criminal Justice Operations; Culinary Arts; ACADEMY OF FINANCE - Gold Level Academy Digital Media/Multimedia Design; Digital Video Technology; Diversified The Academy trains students for careers in banking and credit; Career Technology/On-the-Job Training; Marketing, Management and financial planning; international finance and economics; securities and Entrepreneurial Principles; and Web Development. insurance; and accounting through a rigorous curriculum, an on- campus credit union, and internships in the local financial community. ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) / SUPERINTENDENT Academy Director: Stephanie Smith [email protected] SCHOLAR DIPLOMA (SSD) and Haley Dougal [email protected] AP is a nationally recognized College Board program in which students can earn college credits while in high school. AP courses can help ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY students acquire the skills and habits needed to be successful in The Academy is designed to teach students to solve a variety of college such as improved writing skills; problem-solving abilities; time traditional agriscience problems using a scientific approach to prepare management skills, self-discipline; and study habits. Students who them for careers as laboratory technicians. complete 4 AP courses; take 2 years of the same world language; Academy Director: Kenneth Hartless [email protected] pass all state end-of-year exams with a 3 or higher (or the equivalent AP test with a 3 or higher); earn a 3 or higher on a minimum of 2 BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES ACADEMY AP exams; earn a 3.5 overall weighted GPA with a 3.5 weighted The Academy offers a challenging set of courses in which students cumulative GPA on AP courses; complete 100 hours of community learn about various diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and service; and earn an 1170 or higher on the SAT or a 26 or higher on sickle cell. The academy offers a course in human body systems and the ACT are eligible for the Superintendent Scholar Diploma (SSD). medical interventions where students learn how healing and modern medicine affect the body. CAMBRIDGE/AICE Academy Director: Jessica Clayton [email protected] The Cambridge/AICE program is an international pre-university curriculum and examination system for academically able students. ENGINEERING ACADEMY AICE is internationally recognized as a university-level qualification The Academy provides training in engineering and technology-related and is committed to a flexible curriculum with global acceptance fields through the national Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Pathways to while maintaining academic rigor that is a keystone of Cambridge. Engineering program. Students learn how to use industry standard 3D The AICE program of study offers students one of the most design software that is used by companies like Intel, Lockheed Martin, demanding and rigorous college preparatory programs in the world. An AICE Diploma is awarded on the basis of examination scores and and Pixar. course work performance during six full-credit courses. By requiring Academy Director: Leslie Bordeaux [email protected] students to take a minimum of six full-credit courses with at least one course chosen from each of the three subject areas (Language, GAMING/SIMULATION ACADEMY - Gold Level Academy Mathematics & Science and Arts & Humanities), the AICE Diploma The Academy offers a sequence of project-based courses aligned ensures that all students follow a broad and balanced academic with challenging academic standards that prepare students for further program. education and careers in information technology. Academy Director: David Manning [email protected] ARMY JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICERS’ TRAINING CORPS (JROTC) The mission of the Army JROTC is “to motivate young people to ROBOTICS ACADEMY be better citizens”. Army JROTC prepares high school students for The Academy prepares students for tomorrow’s careers in the fields responsible leadership roles while making them aware of rights, of information technology, computer programming, robotics and responsibilities, and privileges as American citizens. Through simulation. Leadership Education and Training courses, the program teaches high Academy Director: Daryl DeLoach [email protected] school students the value of citizenship, leadership, service to the community, personal responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment, while instilling in them self-esteem, teamwork, and self-discipline. OTHER PROGRAMS Honors, advanced placement, dual enrollment, Volusia Online Learning, and CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) industry credentialing opportunities are available at University High School. For more CTE programs prepare secondary students with technical, academic information, please contact a high school counselor.

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• WORK from anyplace at any time. • ACCELERATE your learning. • FULFILL the ONLINE GRADUATION REQUIREMENT.

Volusia Online Learning is the district virtual instruction program offering part-time and full-time online coursework for students who meet state eligibility requirements.

Part-time virtual instruction is available to students for the purpose of acceleration, original credit or credit recovery. Volusia Online Learning teachers are district employees who are highly qualified and fully certified. Students work with a school counselor to add all virtual courses to the student’s schedule.

Full-time virtual instruction is available for students in grades K-12. Eligible students may apply for full-time virtual instruction during the annual enrollment period each spring. Students receive a diploma from their zoned high school.

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CORE SUBJECTS Phone: • English/Mathematics/Social Studies/Science (386) 506-0014 • Grades 6-8 regular, Advanced • Grades 9-12 regular, Honors Coordinator: Melanie Kestory ELECTIVES Website: • Agriscience Foundations www.volusiaonlinelearning.com • Career Research & Decision Making • Critical Thinking • Drivers Education for Permit • Fitness Lifestyle Design • Forensic Science • Marine Science Scan the code with your • Personal Fitness smartphone to learn • Psychology 1 & 2 more today! • Sociology • Spanish 1 - 4 • Speech 1 & 2 EVENT LAYOUT & LEGEND

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1 - 6 Deltona High School 49 - 54 Spruce Creek High School 67 District/Attendance

7 - 12 University High School 55 - 60 DeLand High School 68 District/ESE & Gifted Education

13 - 18 New Smyrna High School 61 District/Volusia Online Learning 69 District/CTE

19 - 24 District/Graduation Assurance & School District/Federal Programs & Atlantic High School 62 70 Counseling Transition Services

25 - 30 Pine Ridge High School 63 District/ESOL 71 District/AVID & Advanced Programs

31 - 36 Seabreeze High School 64 District/School Health 72 District/Industry Certification

37 - 42 Mainland High School 65 District/Dual Enrollment 73 District/Mental Wellness

43 - 48 Taylor Middle-High School 66 District/AIMS 74 District/Safety & Security

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