Silver Sands Middle School 8th Grade Class of 2020
Volusia County Schools academies
ATLANTIC HIGH SCHOOL
The Academy of Law and Government: Prepares students for careers in the areas of government and public service. It is designed to teach students the skills necessary for careers in law enforcement, criminal justice and other public service fields. Career Cluster: Government, Public Admin & Law
Horticultural, Environmental and Marine Science Academy: Prepares students to preserve and protect the earth by working in fields related to horticultural and environmental services. Through internships students are involved in ecologically significant projects such as water quality testing, marine life sampling, wildlife gardening, invasive species eradication and monitoring of mosquito control techniques. Career Cluster: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
Communications and Arts in Performance Academy: inspires student’s creativity and artistry in communications and performing arts through hands on training in television production, theatre arts and communications. Career Cluster: Arts, A/V, Comm. & Tech
MAINLAND HIGH SCHOOL
The Academy of Communication and Multi-Media Technology: Offers a comprehensive program for students interested in graphic design, television productions, web design and networking support and systems. Career Cluster: Information Technology
The Academy of Design and Manufacturing Technology: For students who have career interests in architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, drafting, electronics and interior design. Students have an opportunity to work with computer-numerically-controlled machines, robotics and electronics. Career Cluster: Engineering & Technology Education
Academy of Hospitality and Culinary Arts: Prepare student in a career in hospitality and tourism after high school. Career Cluster: Hospitality & Tourism
The Academy of Science and Medicine: Is a program for students with career interest in high level science and mathematics. Allows students to explore a broad range of scientific themes including health and medical, engineering and environmental issues. Career Cluster: Health & Human Services
The Sports Science & Marketing: Provides learning experiences in the fields of athletic training, sports administration and wellness/fitness. Students have the opportunity to work with existing athletic teams, the faculty and staff wellness program and the athletic department to gain hands on sport science experience. Career Cluster: Health & Human Services
Academy of Simulation and Robotic Technology: Offers rigorous coursed in math and computer science to prepare students for elite careers in the fields of digital engineering with emphasis on gaming simulation, applied robotics and artificial intelligence. Career Cluster: Information Technology NEW SMYRNA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Academy of Agriscience: Prepares students for careers in agriculture, horticulture, veterinary assisting or marine resources. Students have the opportunity to connect with local projects in agricultural sciences. Career Cluster: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
Academy of Engineering: Provides training in the engineering and technology career cluster. Activities are hands on and project based with the emphasis on robotics and automation. Career Cluster: Engineering & Technology Education
Academy of Entertainment and Sports and Marketing: Develops a foundation of marketing, financial and business skills through the use of hands on activities and project based curriculum. Career Cluster: Marketing, Sales & Services
Culinary Arts Academy: Teaches students the industry skills in the hospitality and tourism career cluster. Career Cluster: Hospitality & Tourism
The Medical Academy: Prepares students for careers in the health and human services industry. Students have the opportunity to explore health careers and participate in a wide variety of health related training. Upon graduation, students can move directly into health care careers or post secondary education. Career Cluster: Health & Human Services
SEABREEZE HIGH SCHOOL
Academy of Drafting: Designed to prepare students for entrance into a broad range of engineering and technology, such as engineering, architecture, interior design, landscape, architecture or computer aided design. Career Cluster: Engineering & Technology Education
The Academy of Culinary Design: Provides a comprehensive high school education to students while preparing them for career in the hospitality and tourism career cluster. Career Cluster: Hospitality & Tourism
Academy of Digital Media: Provides students with the opportunity to combine concepts of print and web media for careers in graphic arts, web development and desktop publishing. Career Cluster: Arts, A/V, Comm. & Tech
SPRUCE CREEK HIGH SCHOOL
The Academy of Finance: Exposes students to the financial industry. Students acquire the analytical, mathematical and verbal skills needed for careers or post secondary education in financial accounting, financial consulting, financial investing and entrepreneurship. Career Cluster: Finance & Business Management
Academy of Information Technology & Robotics: Prepares students for tomorrow’s careers in the fields of information technology, robotics, simulation and game design. Career Cluster: Information Technology
International Baccalaureate (IB) – Offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program for qualified students in grades 11 and 12. The strong pre-IB curriculum in grades 9 and 10 provides broad based liberal arts exposure which improves student success in IB courses. 8th grade requirement is Algebra I. Career Clusters
Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Processing, production, distribution, financing, and development of agricultural commodities and natural resources. Architecture & Construction Designing, managing, building, and maintaining the built environment.
Arts, A/V Technology &Communications Creating, exhibiting, performing, and publishing multimedia content.
Business, Management &Administration Organizing, directing, and evaluating functions essential to productive business operations.
Education & Training Providing education, training and related learning support services.
Finance Planning finances and investments; managing banking, insurance, and business finances.
Government & Public Administration Executing governmental functions at the local, state, and federal levels.
Health Science Providing diagnostic and therapeutic services, health information, support services, and biotechnology research and development.
Hospitality & Tourism Managing restaurants and other food services, lodging, attractions, recreation events, and travel-related services.
Human Services Providing for families and serving human needs.
Information Technology Designing, supporting, and managing hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration.
Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Providing legal, public safety, protective, and homeland security services.
Manufacturing Processing materials into intermediate or final products.
Marketing, Sales & Service Performing marketing activities to reach organizational objectives.
Science, Technology, Engineering &Mathematics (STEM) Performing scientific research and professional technical services.
Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Managing movement of people, materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail, and water.
Energy Planning, managing and providing support and technical services related to the generation, transmission and distribution of various types of energy along with the engineering design, construction, maintenance, and repair of these systems.
Dates to Remember
December 3, 2015: Washington DC Parent Meeting immediately following the High School Parent night
December 3, 2015- Parent Night- Life after SSMS: 8th Graders Preparing to High School, SSMS Auditorium, 6:00 pm
December 10, 2015- High School Showcase at Volusia County Fairgrounds, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
January 12, 2016- Spruce Creek High School Academy and IB Information Night
January 2016- Mainland High School Extravaganza Night
January 21, 2016- Thursday (5pm -6pm) and January 23, Saturday (10am-11am) SCHS IB Essay
January 29, 2016 – High school academy and IB applications due to high schools
February 22- 26, 2016 – High schools will notify student of their admissions status
February 24, 2016 – Spruce Creek High School Incoming 9th grade Showcase Night
March 8 & 10, 2016- Atlantic High School Family Registration Nights, 5-7 pm
March 7 & 9, 2016 - Spruce Creek High School Family Registration Nights, 4 – 6:30 pm
March 8 & 10, 2016 - Atlantic High School Family Registration Nights
March 11, 2016 – Declaration of Intent Deadline.
March 14 & 16, 2016 - IB program registration at the high school
***some dates can be changed***