DOE High School Programs 2014-2015

28Q690

Law Enforcement and Public Safety

Challenging standards-driven academic program. In collaboration with the school community and various partners, students will be introduced to careers in law enforcement and public safety.

Q21A

Law & Government

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

160

617

None

None

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

Interview

28Q896

The Young Women's Leadership School, Queens

Q89A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

81

358

None

None

29Q243

Institute for Health Professions at Cambria Heights

Q59A

Health Professions

Limited Unscreened

108

296

None

None

29Q248

Queens Preparatory Academy

Pre-Engineering: Basic training in the challenging courses related to the field of engineering; four years of math and science; exposure to the various opportunities in the engineering field and other math/science related fields.

Q04R

Science & Math

Limited Unscreened

108

277

None

None

29Q259

Pathways College Preparatory School: A College Board School

Q09R

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

81

235

None

None

29Q265

Excelsior Preparatory High School

Q42X

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

108

548

None

None

29Q272

Veterinary Science Institute

Q45A

Animal Science

Limited Unscreened

54

237

None

None

29Q272

Carver Research Institute

Q45C

Science & Math

Limited Unscreened

54

183

None

None

29Q283

Preparatory Academy for Writers

Q84A

Communications

Limited Unscreened

81

407

8

15

29Q313

Benjamin Franklin High School for Finance & Information Technology

Computer Science & Technology

Q73A

Computer Science & Technology

Limited Unscreened

108

None

None

29Q326

Cambria Heights Academy

Q44A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

81

417

10

9

29Q492

Science Research

Focuses on academic excellence, meeting all standards via the integration of scientific and technological instruction

Q55A

Science & Math

Ed. Opt.

150

409

25

8

29Q498

Institute of the Performing & Media Arts

Students explore and have the opportunity to focus on Performing Arts – instrumental and vocal music, theater, dance, acting; Television Media – set design, lighting, copy editing, music videos.

Q53A

Performing Arts

Limited Unscreened

120

366

10

23

29Q498

Institute of Visual Arts

Curriculum includes, foundation of art, illustration, fashion, art history, figure drawing, mixed media, painting, calligraphy, computer graphics, drawing and commercial art.

Q53J

Visual Art & Design

Audition

A portfolio review of 5 to 10 samples of work using a diversity of media and including use of line, value and color. Interested students will be required to take a written/performance and visual art aptitude test and to draw from observation and memory.

30

98

14

5

30Q258

Energy Tech High School

Q61A

Engineering

Limited Unscreened

108

1054

None

None

30Q286

The Young Women's Leadership School, Astoria

Q56A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

81

335

None

None

30Q301

Academy for Careers in Television and Film

Q01A

Film/Video

Limited Unscreened

135

1660

None

None

30Q445

Math and Science Institute

Focusing on students’ development of math and science research techniques, and critical & analytical thinking skills. Students will engage in individual projects, competitions, and trips to colleges and university research seminars.

Q15J

Science & Math

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

100

307

20

29

30Q445

Forensic Science and Law Institute

Students will be introduced to forensic and legal processes of criminalistics. Cases of crimes and law enforcement will be studied. Courses will begin in the 9th grade and will continue with the newest techniques in forensics, ballistics, handwriting analysis, applied law, and technology.

Q15A

Law & Government

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

100

477

None

None

30Q445

Zoned

Q15Z

Zoned

Zoned

401

Zoned

Zoned

30Q450

Culinary Institute

Preparation for high level, professional experiences in gourmet cooking, food preparation, and restaurant management.

Q29J

Culinary Arts

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

150

341

15

20

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

30Q450

Academy of Restaurant and Hotel Management

In partnership with the National Academy Foundation, students are prepared to apply skills in supervisory and managerial positions in hotels and restaurants. Students will have senior year internships and take the NOCTI exam for CTE requirements.

Q29M

Hospitality, Travel and Tourism

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

102

None

None

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

30Q450

Sports Medicine & Health Careers

With 31 athletic teams and extensive sports facilities including a new field and Olympic-size pool, this program offers students rigorous Regents preparatory courses plus preparation for careers in scientific research and the human body. Students will be able to receive lifeguard, EMT and First Aid/AED /CPR certifications.

Q29N

Health Professions

Ed. Opt.

50

None

None

30Q450

Community & Culture

Students explore ethics, morality, culture and legal factors affecting societies past and present. This strand also supports LIC’s AVID program which focuses on college readiness skills. Through frequent field trips to major cultural institutions of New York City, this strand prepares well-rounded individuals who have skills to serve their community.

Q29P

Law & Government

Ed. Opt.

68

None

None

30Q450

Broadway Productions

Students interested in being a part of Orchestra Academy or Opera Institute will be provided with an opportunity to earn Chancellor’s Endorsed Diploma in the Arts. Students will also write, direct, and perform in musicals and plays. Open to all who want to perform, learn an instrument, sing, create sets and learn to run productions.

Q29Q

Performing Arts/Visual Art & Design

Ed. Opt.

50

None

None

30Q450

Global Languages Academy

Students will develop skills for careers in international hotel and tourism fields. Along with the core curriculum, students will research and investigate other countries and cultures to be a force in the global society and economy. LICHS is a member of the National Academy Foundation’s Academy of Hospitality & Tourism. Priority will be given to Ells and former Ells.

Q29R

Hospitality, Travel and Tourism

Ed. Opt.

102

None

None

30Q450

Zoned

Q29Z

Zoned

Zoned

150

Zoned

Zoned

31R440

Math & Science Institute

As a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) program, students are prepared for majors that lead to careers in medicine or engineering. Students participate in internships, regional and national competitions, professional conferences, and field trips. Advanced Placement, College Now, College Extension and SAT preparation courses, as well as medical and engineering electives, are offered.

R20S

Science & Math

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

68

518

None

None

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

30Q501

Film and Media Arts

Study includes text analysis, film as a cultural & historical document, analysis of artist work; courses in video production, film theory & history, industry practices & legal issues. Students have access to state-of-the-art digital technology.

Q40F

Film/Video

Audition

During the audition, students will submit for review 10 original drawings or photographs on 18” x 24” poster board that tells a sequential story without words. Images should demonstrate the applicant’s knowledge of visual composition and storytelling. Students will be shown four images and asked to develop an original story that could be the basis for a film. Three questions should be considered while writing: Who are the characters? What problems do they face? What do they do to resolve them?

28

245

5

13

30Q501

Fine Arts

Intensive study of art (theory, production, history, assessment); museum and gallery visits, student exhibitions, visiting artists. Courses – Foundation, 2-D and 3-D Design, Painting, Sculpture, Communication Arts, Print-making, Portfolio, Digital Photography.

Q40J

Visual Art & Design

Audition

Present a portfolio with 10-15 pieces of original work created from observation and from student’s own imagination, with a diversity of subject matter and use of media, including examples of line, value and color. Student work should be unframed and need not be matted. Three-dimensional work can be shown in photographs. You will also be required to draw from observation and memory, using pencil.

56

664

5

26

30Q501

Instrumental Music

Small group instruction on orchestral & band instruments; jazz & concert bands, advanced wind ensemble, string & symphonic orchestras, chamber music of all instrument families, theory, ear training, music history & keyboard harmony.

Q40K

Performing Arts

Audition

Perform at least one solo selection and three major scales. Take a sight-reading test and a rhythmic comprehension test in which you are required to tap back rhythmic patterns. Bring your own instrument (except piano, tuba, double bass, percussion instruments, guitar amplifiers); bring 2 copies of audition music.

32

358

5

22

30Q501

Vocal Music

Students perform in the Concert Choir, Chorale, Chamber Singers, musical theatre, Great American Songbook ensemble, opera workshop, and participate in cabaret; curriculum includes voice training, music theory, keyboard, sight singing, diction and audition preparation.

Q40L

Performing Arts

Audition

Perform the “Star Spangled Banner” (accompaniment will be provided) and one minute of a classical or a standard musical theatre piece. Bring sheet music in your key.

32

847

None

None

30Q501

Dance

Ballet, modern dance, dance history, choreography & dance criticism courses; Jazz, tap, ballroom dancing, kinesiology, anatomy, career management & dance production classes; Students attend live performances & take part in school productions

Q40M

Performing Arts

Audition

Students will take an abbreviated ballet class followed by modern and jazz dance combinations. Participants are to audition in appropriate dance attire: leotard, tights and ballet shoes.

25

563

5

42

30Q501

Drama

A four-year course of study that includes acting technique, scene study, speech for actors, dramatic writing, and course work in performing Shakespeare; The Drama Studio creates mainstage productions each year

Q40N

Performing Arts

Audition

Present two memorized, contrasting, one-minute monologues that must be from published plays – no internet or original material will be accepted; do a cold reading from selected scenes.

25

570

5

46

30Q502

Information Technology

Q22A

Computer Science & Technology

Ed. Opt.

230

1453

30

1

30Q555

Newcomers High School

Q98A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened: Language

81

256

None

None

Open to Queens students or residents who have lived in the United States one year or less at the time of admission to high school and require English as a Second Language (ESL) or Bilingual instruction

30Q575

Intensive Academic Humanities

Integrates literature, history and art with a focus on writing.

Q71B

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

102

939

10

93

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

30Q575

Academy of American Studies

A challenging program focusing on American History throughout all four grades.

Q71A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Ed. Opt.

102

1800

10

134

30Q580

International Baccalaureate Program

Middle years and diploma programs for advanced achievement in Math, Science, Technology, Humanities, Arts, Foreign Language, and Required Community Service.

Q41A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

81

1722

None

None

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

Qualifying Admissions Test

Interview

31R047

CSI High School for International Studies

R01R

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

127

1272

5

30

31R064

Gaynor McCown Expeditionary Learning School

R55A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

108

551

5

14

31R080

Comprehensive Academic for New Students

Comprehensive academic curriculum with an emphasis on performing arts and technology

R15J

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Ed. Opt.

42

794

None

None

31R080

Comprehensive Academic for Current Students

See above description

R15K

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

90

92

None

None

31R440

Future Teachers Academy

A teacher preparatory program which includes courses in Child Development, Psychology, Children's Literature, Teaching Methodology, as well as a college credited education course. A student teaching component is required.

R20A

Teaching

Ed. Opt.

68

306

10

12

31R440

Law, History & Human Rights Institute

This program is sponsored by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History and partnered with the Justice Resource Center. It prepares students for majors that lead to careers in the legal field. Students take courses in Criminal Justice, Family and Civil Law, Constitutional Law, Legal Research, Mock Trial & Debate and participate in Internships. Through these courses students attend field trips and compete in Mock Trial and Moot Court competitions. Students also have the opportunity to take Advanced Placement and College Extension courses in History and Government. Students will have the option to choose a major sequence in Law or Air Force JROTC.

R20C

Law & Government

Ed. Opt.

68

373

10

18

31R440

Corporate Center for Business and Technology

Challenging program that allows students to select one of two strands: the software engineering program, which exposes students to various topics including computer programming, robotics, and web design; or the Virtual Enterprise program, which is a NYS-Approved CTE sequence that includes in-depth study of business and computer applications, coupled with simulated corporate experience.

R20E

Business

Ed. Opt.

68

447

None

None

31R440

Institute of Health Sciences

An academically rigorous program that will prepare students for college as well as careers in the health care profession. Career focus includes physicians, nurses, athletic trainers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, medical technologist and medical assistants. Individual mentoring, diversified courses and interships are the core of this program. Students will be able to choose a major sequence in Health Sciences/Pre-Physical Therapy or Culinary Arts.

R20F

Health Professions

Ed. Opt.

68

511

10

20

31R440

Academy of Communication and Media Arts

Students explore and utilize various forms of media such as television, film, internet, radio and print. With a major focus on hands-on instruction, this program prepares students for relevant college majors with exposure to careers in all areas of Media.

R20M

Communications

Ed. Opt.

68

422

None

None

31R440

Academy of Fine and Dramatic Arts

A four-year academic program with a strong emphasis in the Arts. Students explore Fine Arts, Performing & Dramatic Arts, Instrumental, Vocal and Dance early in their high school career and move towards a major focus following their sophomore year.

R20P

Performing Arts/Visual Art & Design

Ed. Opt.

68

376

None

None

31R440

Institute of Forensic Science and Criminology

This program exposes students to real-world applications of Forensic Sciences through hands-on instruction, while incorporating this theme in all subject areas. Top level Forensics specialists share their experiences on-site and through field study.

R20T

Science & Math

Ed. Opt.

68

550

None

None