DOE High School Programs 2014-2015

31R440

Zoned

Academic Comprehensive Program

R20Z

Zoned

Zoned

147

Zoned

Zoned

31R445

The Gateway Scholars Program

A competitive honors program that prepares students for college study in applied mathematics, sciences and related professions. Students complete college-level courses in science and research opportunities, internships, SAT/ACT prep possible.

R10A

Science & Math

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

68

166

10

6

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

31R445

Collegiate Academy Honors Program

A challenging four-year honors program designed for students with outstanding academic ability; this program provides multiple opportunities for college-level courses, Advanced Placement Courses and inquiry-based learning.

R10R

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

34

116

10

5

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

Writing Sample

31R445

Culinary Arts

Prepares students for career opportunities in the Catering and Food Services Industry

R10C

Culinary Arts

Ed. Opt.

124

263

None

None

31R445

Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps

Provides students with the tools, training and experiences required for today’s leadership roles; Drill classes provide the opportunity for students to participate in the National Drill Competition

R10D

JROTC

Ed. Opt.

34

91

None

None

31R445

Institute of Business Technology, Hospitality & Entrepreneurship

A challenging program that immerses students in a CTE instructional model preparing them for business, economics, finance and career education through the Virtual Enterprise Program and the Hospitality and Tourism Program

R10K

Business

Ed. Opt.

68

116

10

6

31R445

The Academy of Television, Visual and Performing Arts

Students study various forms of the arts, including television, film, radio, journalism, band, orchestra, guitar, chorus, drawing and painting. Students are prepared for college majors and careers in all areas of the television, visual and performing arts through a strong academic foundation and hands-on experience.

R10L

Communications

Ed. Opt.

34

183

10

8

31R445

Medical Technology

Medical Technology introduces students to the multitude of occupations and careers available in the medical and health professions; the hands-on program prepares students for college-level courses through lab experience and internships

R10M

Health Professions

Ed. Opt.

68

175

None

None

31R445

Zoned

R10Z

Zoned

Zoned

Zoned

Zoned

31R460

Law & Politics Institute

The Institute is designed to use the study of law as a thematic base for developing skills.

R17D

Law & Government

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

34

899

None

None

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

31R450

School for International Services

This program offers study towards a Regents diploma (Advanced Designation), while taking advantage of foreign exchange/foreign study to broaden awareness of global issues. At least 2 AP courses required. Study of 2 foreign languages recommended.

R19H

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

85

131

None

None

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

31R450

International Baccalaureate/Scholarship Honors Program

Program offers a challenging curriculum in the Arts and Sciences. All students are expected to take a minimum of 4 Advanced Placement (AP) classes during high school and 6 IB exams. Scholarship school-based entrance exam is given.

R19C

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

102

248

10

10

31R450

Practical Nursing/Nursing Assistant/Medical Technology

1,514 hours of clinical and classroom studies prepare students for NYS Certification as Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Nursing Assistant (NA) program prepares students to take national performance/written exams for NYS Public Health Department Certification

R19F

Health Professions

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

68

376

10

9

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

31R450

Computer Business Institute

E-Commerce & Web Design or Co-Op Education. Courses lead to Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification in Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Access. Web Design students take Dreamweaver and courses that lead to Web certification.

R19A

Computer Science & Technology

Unscreened

85

326

None

None

31R450

Legal Studies & Law Enforcement

Provides a basic understanding of law and our role as citizens in the justice system. Students interact with speakers from the legal world, including district attorneys, judges and special legal services like the FBI.

R19B

Law & Government

Unscreened

85

367

None

None

31R450

Journalism Institute

Program offers students opportunities to explore the following: writing, layout, photojournalism, documentary film, broadcasting & print production; annually publishes 10 newspapers, a yearbook and literary magazine; partnerships with local media.

R19D

Communications

Unscreened

68

214

None

None

31R450

Naval Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps

Navy Junior ROTC is a leadership and citizenship training program co-sponsored by the Department of Education and the United States Navy. The curriculum is divided into three areas: academic, military skills and physical fitness.

R19E

JROTC

Ed. Opt.

60

174

None

None

31R450

Performing Arts

Program provides the opportunity for study in Music, Theatre & Dance. Courses: Acting, Tech Theater & Stage Management, Dance, AP & IB Music Theory, IB Theatre. Music ensembles: Orchestra, Symphonic, Concert and Jazz Bands, Guitar and Chorus.

R19G

Performing Arts

Unscreened

68

282

None

None

31R450

Visual Arts

Students will develop their creative and intellectual potential through sequential offerings that provide instruction ranging from fine arts to graphic arts. Courses: Painting, Drawing, Ceramics, Graphic Design, Photography, AP & IB Art

R19J

Visual Art & Design

Unscreened

68

264

None

None

31R450

Zoned

Academic Comprehensive Program

R19Z

Zoned

Zoned

Zoned

Zoned

31R455

Classics Institute

This program is designed to challenge those students who are not only strong in the humanities and language areas, but also interested in pursuing careers in these or related areas.

R30C

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

68

768

None

None

Students will also be required to submit a writing sample in the form of a handwritten 300-word essay on a topic provided by the school.

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

31R455

Science Institute

This program is designed to challenge those students who are not only strong in math and science, but also interested in pursuing careers in these or related areas. The program is rigorous and requires a serious commitment. In addition to fulfilling all high school requirements, students in this program take a minimum of two college-level science classes and one year of college-level math. Hands-on and computer research in science is required, leading to opportunities for both supervised and independent research.

R30S

Science & Math

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

68

949

None

None

Students will also be required to submit a writing sample in the form of a handwritten 300 word essay on a topic provided by the school.

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

31R455

Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps

The Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) program is co-sponsored by the Department of Education and the US Marine Corps. The curriculum is divided into three areas: academic, military and physical fitness and is designed to provide students with a sense of leadership and self-discipline.

R30B

JROTC

Ed. Opt.

34

296

10

16

31R455

Zoned

Academic Comprehensive Program

R30Z

Zoned

Zoned

810

Zoned

Zoned

31R460

Academy of Finance

The Academy of Finance is an interdisciplinary program combining economic and business courses with real hands-on working experience.

R17A

Business

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

27

771

None

None

31R460

Scholars’ Academy

The goal of the Scholars’ Academy is to provide students of outstanding ability and potential with an enriched program which emphasizes inquiry, critical thinking and research skills.

R17F

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

114

1007

None

None

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

31R460

Air Force Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps

The Air Force Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) program is designed to foster a sense of leadership and self-discipline in students.

R17C

JROTC

Ed. Opt.

30

442

None

None

31R460

Music

Instrumental courses for beginning and experienced students including: symphonic, jazz, concert, intermediate, beginning and marching bands; beginning and advanced guitar, and beginning piano. Students of all levels have the opportunity to perform in the chorus, SING, and the spring musical.

R17G

Performing Arts

Audition

Music students must present a current portfolio and perform a brief instrumental or vocal piece.

31

385

None

None

31R460

Visual Arts

In addition to basic and major art courses, we offer special courses in fashion design, computer graphic design, photography, and portfolio creation. Students are pushed to reach their potential through the creation of original work.

R17H

Visual Art & Design

Audition

Art students must present a current portfolio.

15

534

None

None

31R460

Theater

A comprehensive program of study which includes all aspects of theater. Courses include: acting, stage design, musical theater, directing and playwriting. In addition to the annual spring musical, students may showcase their talents in SING, holiday and spring shows and dramatic theater productions.

R17J

Performing Arts

Audition

Theater students must demonstrate interest in the program.

28

388

None

None

31R460

Zoned

Academic Comprehensive Program

R17Z

Zoned

Zoned

521

Zoned

Zoned

31R600

Electrical Engineering and Installation Program

The Electrical Engineering and Installation Program prepares students in AC/DC circuit analysis, soldering, wiring of various circuits, residential wiring, commercial wiring, and motor controls.

R60A

Engineering

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

34

185

10

4

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

31R600

CISCO Networking Academy

Students become proficient in Cisco and take the Cisco Certified Networking Associate Exam (CCNA); successful completion of this program prepares students for computer repair and maintenance, network design and infrastructure support to install computer connections, program routers, and maintain computer networks.

R60H

Computer Science & Technology

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

28

197

None

None

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

31R600

Commercial Art/Graphic Design

Preparation for art and media design careers using digital technology – courses blend art, computers and journalism; Students will learn the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign etc.) animation, and video/audio editing. Students participate in internships and are prepared for advanced study and work in the field of graphic design.

R60I

Visual Art & Design

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

34

216

10

6

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

31R600

Architectural Drafting

Study includes structures, space, color & form. Focus on hand drafting, architectural design, model making and sketching. Students will learn industry standard software (AutoCAD & Revit); seniors' complete projects culminating in portfolios for college entrance. Internship opportunities are available.

R60K

Engineering

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

30

112

10

3

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

31R600

Automotive Technology

Students will train under the guidance of a National Institute Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified instructor based on National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF)/ASE standards. Areas covered will be New York State (NYS) auto inspection, Engine Performance, Auto Electronics, and Air Conditioning.

R60P

Computer Science & Technology

Ed. Opt.

30

148

None

None

31R600

Construction/Carpentry

Integrated program that leads to industry based certification. Students are prepared for entry-level positions in construction trades. Curriculum includes Carpentry and Mechanical Construction & CNC Router & MasterCam production. Students are prepared for college and industry positions.

R60R

Architecture

Ed. Opt.

28

169

None

None

31R605

Engineering

NO CODE

Engineering

Test

300

15196

5

736

Admission to this Specialized High School is based solely on the score obtained on the Specialized High Schools Admission Test (SHSAT). Students should speak to their guidance counselors in the Fall to register for the SHSAT. Guidance counselors will provide each student with an Admission Ticket indicating the date, location and time of the SHSAT. The ticket must be presented at the test site. Students should inform their guidance counselor if they are unable to test on the day assigned.

32K168

Mathematics & Humanities

L68A

Science & Math

Limited Unscreened

108

357

10

8

32K403

Academy for Environmental Leadership

L23A

Environmental Science

Limited Unscreened

108

309

None

None

32K545

Public Service

K73A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Ed. Opt.

126

442

5

22

32K552

Urban Planning and Design

Students take urban studies theme-based electives and participate in urban planning projects in regular subject area classes that incorporate art, technology, community development, and civic engagement.

K52A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

113

234

10

13

32K554

Pre-Med, Pre-Teaching, Pre-Engineering

Participation in Advanced Placement classes will prepare students to enter programs of medicine, teaching, engineering & technology in college and universities.

K55C

Science & Math

Limited Unscreened

35

1258

None

None

32K556

Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence

K36A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

100

276

None

None