DOE High School Programs 2014-2015

12X692

Monroe Academy of Visual Design

Four years of art in addition to high school graduation requirements

X75A

Visual Art & Design

Ed. Opt.

117

622

10

46

13K265

Visual Arts

Painting, drawing, art of advertisement and design, dimensional design, art history, textile, photography, product promotion, cartoon design illustration, sculpture.

K42A

Visual Art & Design

Audition

Students must present a portfolio of 10-20 pieces of original work including still life, human figure and imaginative drawing. Students must be able to discuss your portfolio, artistic interests and area of study. Students must take an in-person drawing test.

23

124

5

2

13K265

Vocal Music

Theory, history, ear and vocal training, performance and beginning keyboard, songwriting, Mass Chorus, Gospel Choir, Quartet Ensembles.

K42B

Performing Arts

Audition

Students must perform a song (classical, popular, or gospel) a cappella. Rhythm and tonal memory, improvisational skills, intonation, accuracy of pitch, breath support and diction will be tested.

19

98

5

4

13K265

Dance

Foundations of ballet, jazz and modern dance techniques, dance history, choreography, costume design and African dance.

K42C

Performing Arts

Audition

Students will take part in an abbreviated dance class, in which they will do barre work, exercises center floor, practice movement across the floor and learn a short combination. Students must also have a 2 minute dance solo prepared, reflective of modern, jazz, ballet, or ethnic dance techniques. Appropriate dance attire is required (leotard and tights for girls; black dance pants and white t-shirt for boys). Students must have their music on a CD or iPod.

18

105

5

1

13K265

Drama

Acting, voice and diction, theatre history, dramatic literature, set design, improv.

K42D

Performing Arts

Audition

Students must perform a memorized monologue and an impromptu reading. Attire that allows free movement is required.

15

65

5

1

13K265

Instrumental Music

Music theory and history, techniques and performance; music composition, music analysis; conducting, Marching Band, Jazz Band, Concert Band, Small Ensembles.

K42E

Performing Arts

Audition

Students must perform a prepared selection and two major scales. Sight reading, rhythm and tonal memory will be tested.

15

32

5

2

13K350

The Urban Assembly School of Music and Art

L02R

Performing Arts/Visual Art & Design

Limited Unscreened

108

526

10

23

13K412

Brooklyn Community High School of Communications, Arts and Media

L25A

Performing Arts/Visual Art & Design

Limited Unscreened

108

580

10

31

13K419

Gateway Honors

Challenging academic program that prepares students for majors in scientific studies at competitive universities.

K78B

Science & Math

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

68

127

None

None

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

13K419

Project Lead the Way

Challenging courses in the field of engineering.

K78C

Engineering

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

68

160

5

2

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

13K419

Humanities and the Arts

Challenging courses in writing, research, social sciences, humanities and the arts.

K78D

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

34

102

5

2

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

13K430

Science Engineering

NO CODE

Science & Math

Test

1300

23371

20

1237

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.

13K439

Brooklyn International High School

Thematic-based, interdisciplinary course structure.

K53A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened: Language

81

834

None

None

Open only to New York City residents living in the United States four years or fewer who are English Language Learners per New York City Department of Education guidelines scoring at the Beginner or Intermediate level on the NYSESLAT or LAB-R.

Please note: Due to the educational program, consideration is given to encouraging cultural and linguistic diversity. When evaluating applicants, Brooklyn International High School seeks to build an incoming 9th grade class that is representative of students from all parts of the world.

13K499

Law and Leadership Institute

Students will study the art of public speaking and persuasion. Students will also take introductory courses in debate, law/ethics, and public policy.

K85A

Law & Government

Ed. Opt.

125

294

15

15

13K499

Science and Health Institute

Students will take courses which will provide hands-on learning opportunities in the fields of medical science and health.

K85D

Health Professions

Ed. Opt.

125

279

10

11

13K527

The Urban Assembly Institute of Math and Science for Young Women

L54A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

81

253

None

None

13K595

Technology

Courses in fundamental and advanced technology; opportunities for our students to work with and learn from school partners in education and specialists in the field.

K95A

Computer Science & Technology

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

41

2433

None

None

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

13K595

Health Professions

Introduction to health professions; in addition to required and advanced courses, students have opportunities to work and learn in state-of-the-art labs and facilities.

K95B

Health Professions

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

40

1422

None

None

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

13K605

Multimedia Internet Technology

Students study HTML webpage programming, Javascript, image editing, motion graphics, visual design principles, advanced motion editing, mobile application development and website hosting. Industry certifications include Adobe Dreamweaver, Photoshop and Flash.

K70C

Visual Art & Design

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

75

207

25

14

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

13K605

Electrical Installation and Practice

Students study residential and commercial wiring and application, solar energy and applications, energy auditing, fiber optic and network cabling, and motor controls. Industry certifications include C-TECH and OSHA.

K70E

Engineering

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

50

162

10

9

13K605

Computer Information Systems and Repair

Students develop skills in comptuer repair and maintenance, network design, and infrastructure support with a focus on supporting network security. Industry certifications include IC3, A+ and CISCO CCENT.

K70I

Computer Science & Technology

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

50

216

10

6

13K605

Culinary Arts

The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene provides a free curriculum online. Students in Culinary programs take the 15 lessons in order to prepare for the exam which is given off site at a testing facility. If students complete the 15 hours of instruction the school will register the students for the exam. Students who take and pass the exam will earn the Food Protection certification.

K70D

Culinary Arts

Ed. Opt.

50

368

None

None

13K670

Pre-Engineering

Training related to the field of engineering; courses in math and science and the requirement of maintaining an 80 or above average in these areas.

K71J

Engineering

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

60

800

5

40

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

13K670

Pre-Medicine

An introduction to the health professions; intense courses in math and science with the requirement of maintaining an 80 or above average in these areas; and exposure to various opportunities in the medical field.

K71K

Health Professions

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

60

945

5

57

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

13K670

Humanities

For students interested in all facets of learning; extensive literary, writing, and research courses to sample; interdisciplinary curriculum that includes technology, humanities, and social sciences.

K71B

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

60

860

5

55

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

13K670

Media Communication

A hands-on approach to understanding mass media, opportunities to develop career skills in video production, journalism, media arts, and technology, with internships in various media outlets.

K71E

Communications

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

60

776

5

37

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

13K674

City Polytechnic High School of Engineering, Architecture and Technology

L59A

Engineering

Limited Unscreened

108

1095

None

None

14K071

Visual Art and Design

Fine Arts including painting, drawing, graphics and computer graphics.

K11A

Visual Art & Design

Audition

Bring a portfolio of 8-10 pieces of work, pen, pencil, etc.

25

66

None

None

14K071

Instrumental Music

Instrumental music, including participation in the Super Band.

K11B

Performing Arts

Audition

Be prepared to demonstrate competence and ability by playing a prepared selection of your choice. Bring your instrument to the audition.

12

18

None

None

14K071

Dance

4-year sequence includes beginner-advanced classes.

K11C

Performing Arts

Audition

Auditions will include an interview and individual routine.

15

22

None

None

14K071

Juan Morel Campos Secondary School

K11X

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

68

97

10

6

14K322

Foundations Academy

K18R

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

108

72

10

2

14K449

Brooklyn Latin

NO CODE

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Test

150

16675

20

835

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.

14K454

Early College Initiative

In our Early College program, 9th grade students take extra English classes in preparation to score above a 75 on the ELA Regents during their freshmen year - qualifying them to participate in the New York College of Technology's College Now program. From 10th through 12th grade, students have the opportunity to complete up to 18 fully-funded, college credits and Internship placements off-campus, while participating in Advanced Placement and rigorous, project-based, interdisciplinary studies on the Green School campus.

L27B

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

30

None

None

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

14K454

Transitional Bilingual

The Green School's Transitional Bilingual program for Spanish-speakers is for students who seek to graduate fully-bilingual - a very marketable skill in an increasingly global workplace. We simultaneously develop a student's language skills in English and Spanish through courses in Spanish literature, bilingual mathematics and English taught by native speakers. Along with language courses, students participate in a project-based, rigorous, interdisciplinary program supporting their content-based language skill and improving their speaking and writing in both languages.

L27C

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened: Language & Academics

20

None

None

14K474

Medical Professions

Focuses on Science, Math and Technology; courses include Anatomy, Physiology, Laboratory Techniques, First Aid, Medical Billing and Coding.

K87A

Health Professions

Ed. Opt.

119

666

15

35

14K474

Gateway: Mathematics and Science Institute

Challenging academic program that prepares students for majors in scientific studies at competitive universities; offers Honors, Advanced Placement, and College Now courses.

K87G

Science & Math

Ed. Opt.

60

292

None

None

14K474

Instrumental Music

Courses in 3 concerts bands, 2 jazz bands, chamber groups, AP music theory and music history.

K87H

Performing Arts

Limited Unscreened

34

149

10

8

14K474

Fine Art

Courses in art history, drawing, painting, graphic arts, sculpture, stage design, AP Studio Art (2-D & 3-D Design, Drawing)

K87I

Visual Art & Design

Limited Unscreened

34

259

10

10

14K477

Legal Studies

Study of criminal, civil, constitutional, business and family law, current legal issues, activist/politics and law, community service and internships.

K86A

Law & Government

Ed. Opt.

200

396

10

16

14K477

Computer Forensics Program

Investigate simulated crime scenes while using computers and technology to research and analyze data; onsite mock courtroom trials.

K86B

Law & Government

Ed. Opt.

34

202

10

4

14K478

Gateway: Mathematics and Science Institute for Pre-College Education

Challenging Academic Program that prepares students for majors in scientific studies at competitive universities; offers Honors, Advanced Placement and College Now courses.

K88C

Science & Math

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

60

205

10

8

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

14K478

Computer Science/Networking

Challenging program which integrates programming, Internet research, systems analysis and specialized Cisco Networks curriculum leading to the Certified Network Engineer Certification.

K88A

Computer Science & Technology

Ed. Opt.

80

777

10

16

14K478

Business & Finance

College & career preparatory program for careers related to the business and finance sectors; curriculum developed by the National Academy Foundation (NAF) and receives support from corporate partners.

K88B

Business

Ed. Opt.

80

475

10

18

14K478

Music Major

The High School for Enterprise, Business and Technology offers a music major, with a 10-credit sequence of courses, plus additional classes that meet in small groups. This sequence fulfills the requirements for New York State’s Arts Endorsement to the Regents or Advanced Regents Diploma, as long as the student passes the culminating Arts Assessment.

K88D

Performing Arts

Limited Unscreened

25

None

None

14K488

Brooklyn Preparatory High School

K07X

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

116

1071

10

33

14K558

Architecture and Design

Introduction to historic architectural preservation, architecture, engineering and design concepts. Students participate in a professional internship and college portfolio review.

K09X

Architecture

Limited Unscreened

150

1238

None

None

14K561

Williamsburg Preparatory School

K39X

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

140

2172

5

47

14K586

Lyons Community School

L39A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

81

500

10

17

14K610

Mechanical Engineering

Students in our Mechanical Engineering program will complete a minimum of four math courses and a three-year Engineering sequence by the time they graduate. Students will learn how to use technology such as AutoCAD to take their ideas from concept stage to the production stage. Extracurricular opportunities such as Robotics and SkillsUSA will afford students the opportunity to continue to develop their skills.

K60S

Engineering

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

30

130

None

None