DOE High School Programs 2014-2015

14K610

Automotive Service Center Specialist

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)/NATEF Certification Skills: mechanics (engine performance, electronics, overhaul and fuel combustion) and auto-body (welding, paint refinishing, dent repair, panel replacement and detailing).

K60J

Engineering

Ed. Opt.

100

256

25

10

14K610

Automotive Business Technology, Computer Repair & Electronics

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Software Certification, electronics/computer repair, diagnostic problem solving, Virtual Enterprise environment, advanced technology, job shadowing and community service.

K60L

Engineering

Ed. Opt.

50

215

20

4

14K610

Engineering

Comprehensive pre-engineering program with emphasis on manufacturing, design & robotics; rigorous curriculum includes computer-aided design, using Project Lead The Way (PLTW) curriculum & hands-on application culminating in developing a prototype.

K60R

Engineering

Limited Unscreened

30

202

10

4

14K614

The Young Women’s Leadership School of Brooklyn

L66A

Science & Math

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

81

251

None

None

14K632

Frances Perkins Academy

L47A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

81

228

10

4

14K685

El Puente Academy for Peace and Justice

Theme-based, project-focused curriculum including leadership classes, integrated arts, SAT, college and Regents prep, portfolio assessment.

K75A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Ed. Opt.

55

497

None

None

15K423

Brooklyn Frontiers High School

Selection Criteria: Students must attend an Open House and personalized intake meeting.

L69A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

65

192

None

None

15K429

Brooklyn School for Global Studies

Collaborative work, project-based learning, advisory and senior internships.

K79A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

120

203

10

6

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

Interview

Writing Sample

15K448

Brooklyn Secondary School for Collaborative Studies

K03R

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

81

593

8

32

15K462

Secondary School for Law

Program emphasizes the study of law; opportunities for mentoring, internships and mock trial/moot court.

K22A

Law & Government

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

125

429

10

17

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

15K463

Secondary School for Journalism

Real-World applications of publishing, audio and visual formats, multimedia productions, speaker series, field trips, as well as the history and moral and ethical responsibilities of those in the field of journalism.

K29A

Communications

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

125

209

20

9

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

15K464

College Preparatory

Students research questions they want to answer. Using current technology, they consult expert sources and review their prior knowledge. Like all researchers, they use multimedia to present their findings to panels of their peers.

K27A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

125

290

None

None

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

15K497

International Culinary Institute

The International Culinary Institute is a four-year, rigorous sequence of courses designed to train future chefs, small business entrepreneurs and managers. Entering freshmen are programmed for introductory kitchen skills and entrepreneurship. By senior year, they complete semester-long internships working under local area restaurant chefs. Our partnership with C-CAP provides teacher training, competition and scholarship opportunities.

K21B

Culinary Arts

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

50

306

None

None

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

Interview

15K497

Honors Institute

World literature, global studies, world environment, second languages, world art and music, global economics and world sports

K21A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

80

179

None

None

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

16K688

Brooklyn Academy of Global Finance

L57A

Business

Limited Unscreened

108

178

None

None

15K519

American Studies

Students have the opportunity to explore living history through the arts, the environment, literacy and technology. Partnerships with the Brooklyn Historical Society and Weeksville Heritage Center enhance these expeditionary learning experiences.

K91A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Ed. Opt.

100

280

23

20

15K519

Pre-Law Institute

Students are introduced to topics and professional opportunities in the fields of criminal, constitutional, family and civil law. Students engage in legal research as they study current legal issues.

K91B

Law & Government

Ed. Opt.

150

379

10

18

15K592

Khalil Gibran International Academy

L61A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

81

173

10

New Program

15K656

Art

Four years of Visual Art classes, including Foundational Art, Advanced Drawing, Painting, Sculpture and Senior Portfolio Preparation class.

K47J

Visual Art & Design

Audition

Students must submit 8-10 pieces of original artwork. Students may use a variety of media such as paint, charcoal, crayon, pastel and pencil. Students should avoid submission of copied comic illustrations. Students may submit photographs of 3-D work. At the audition, students will be asked to take an on-site drawing exam and have their portfolios reviewed.

88

385

5

15

15K656

Instrumental Music

A four-year intensive program which will develop the student's technique, creativity and expression while learning the musical literature of the classical and popular genres of Western culture.

K47K

Performing Arts

Audition

Students will be asked to perform one piece or excerpt that highlights their ability level on their instrument. Students must bring their own instrument and will be asked to sight-read melodies and rhythms. Amplifiers will be provided for guitar and bass.

30

114

10

4

15K656

Dance

Four years of technique classes in ballet, modern and jazz; two years of specialty classes in choreography, composition and pointe.

K47L

Performing Arts

Audition

The audition consists largely of the participation of the applicants in a ballet and modern dance class in which an evaluation is made of their potential to succeed in the dance program. Applicants are expected to bring dance clothes (leotards, ballet shoes, and footless tights). A brief exam will be given to determine their level of dance knowledge.

60

271

16

14

15K656

Vocal Music

Four years of intensive study of music theory, vocal production and performance; a repertoire that includes classical, jazz, gospel and folk.

K47M

Performing Arts

Audition

Students will be asked to sing a prepared song, repeat intervals, musical phrases and rhythms. A brief written exam will also be given to determine their level of musical knowledge.

38

287

10

17

15K656

Drama

Students will have the opportunity to explore a vast spectrum of theater work, including acting, voice and diction, movement, theater history, set design, directing and creating original work

K47R

Performing Arts

Audition

Students will be asked to perform two one minute monologues from memory, one classical piece (e.g. Shakespeare) and one modern piece. Students should also be prepared to engage in movement exercises by wearing comfortable clothing that allows for easy movement.

45

185

10

9

15K667

Sunset Park High School

L58A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

324

782

None

None

15K684

Millennium Brooklyn

L63A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

135

1599

5

44

Review of Attendance and Punctuality

16K393

Frederick Douglass Academy IV Secondary School

K33R

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

81

112

None

None

16K455

Smart Scholars Early College Program

The Smart Scholars Early College Program is comprised of a rigorous curriculum which endeavors to prepare students for college level courses. During their tenure, scholars will fulfill the New York State high school requirements while obtaining 20 transferable college credits.

K10E

Science & Math

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

50

194

None

None

Writing Sample

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

Interview

16K455

Institute for Computer and Technology

Provides students with computer literacy, maintenance skills, knowledge of programming languages and the cognitive skills to solve problems through programming; four-year program includes courses in literacy, programming, maintenance, and repair.

K10S

Computer Science & Technology

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

300

163

10

15

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

16K455

Zoned

Academic Comprehensive Program.

K10Z

Zoned

Zoned

Zoned

Zoned

16K498

Academy for Social Justice

Study of Criminal, Civil, Family Law, Politics and Social Activism. Participation in Internships and Community Service.

K49B

Law & Government

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

76

768

10

27

Writing Sample

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

16K498

Computer Technology

Introduction to the world of computer science through the use of current technology to provide students with job readiness skills.

K49D

Computer Science & Technology

Ed. Opt.

75

886

10

26

16K594

Gotham Professional Arts Academy

Comprehensive program of academic and artistic education.

L35A

Visual Art & Design

Limited Unscreened

81

290

8

7

16K765

Nelson Mandela School for Social Justice

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

K15A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

108

None

None

17K122

Pathways in Technology Early College High School

L67A

Computer Science & Technology

Limited Unscreened

108

1530

None

None

17K382

Academy for College Preparation and Career Exploration

L21A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

81

284

None

None

17K408

Academy of Hospitality and Tourism

L24A

Hospitality, Travel and Tourism

Limited Unscreened

108

231

None

None

17K524

International High School at Prospect Heights

K98X

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened: Language

108

273

5

7

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, International High School at Prospect Heights seeks to build an incoming 9th grade class that is representative of students from all parts of the world.

17K528

High School for Global Citizenship

Focuses on developing an awareness of global issues in all of the major subject areas.

K32A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

54

107

10

11

17K528

College Preparatory

Focus on college and career readiness.

K32P

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

54

63

None

None

17K531

The School for Human Rights

K04X

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

81

404

None

None

17K533

Math/Science Leadership

Advanced math/science courses to prepare for careers in medicine, engineering, and science research, with science, math, medicine and research internships.

K01J

Science & Math

Limited Unscreened

27

96

5

4

17K533

Humanities and Interdisciplinary

Law and government courses focusing on legal rights of youth, with law- or government-related internships and opportunities to work with youth court.

K01X

Law & Government

Limited Unscreened

54

113

5

7

17K537

Arts

Students will participate and create a web-based portfolio in fine arts, dance, music and vocal performance, acting, Spoken Word, theater, playwriting, screenwriting, and photography.

K06B

Performing Arts/Visual Art & Design

Limited Unscreened

54

268

None

None

17K537

Media

Students will participate and create a web-based portfolio in film/video production, music production, web design, digital short films. Focus on web 2.0 media.

K06C

Film/Video

Limited Unscreened

54

201

None

None

17K539

High School for Service & Learning

K30X

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

108

440

10

25

17K543

Early College

Starting in the 11th grade, students begin to take college courses at Brooklyn College and other CUNY colleges in pathways of science and non-science subjects. Students can earn 30 to 60 college credits related to core college pathways.

K14A

Science & Math

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

75

1247

5

30

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

Interview

Writing Sample

17K546

Law Academy – HSPS

Criminal, civil & constitutional law, juvenile justice, corrections, criminology; explore education requirements of lawyers, paralegals, court reporters, judges, police officers, criminal psychologists, and criminal investigators; mentor assigned.

K64A

Law & Government

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

35

528

5

13

Writing Sample

17K546

Medical Academy – HSPS

Explore healthcare career options, medical science curriculum with clinical applications. Courses: Anatomy & Physiology, Immunology, Infectious Diseases & Public Health. Hands-on experience at SUNY Downstate Medical Center & Kings County Hospital.

K64B

Health Professions

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

70

628

10

17

Writing Sample

17K546

Public Service Academy: Social Action & Leadership

Service Learning, Social Action, Human Rights, Public Policy, Civic Engineering. Students engage in service and volunteer projects to influence social issues in the community and world leadership training. Internships & scholarship-based competitions.

K64C

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Ed. Opt.

15

382

5

19

17K547

Science Exploration Program

Integrated and interdisciplinary curriculum that includes project-based learning and hands-on experiences; collaboration with Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Botanic Garden

K41A

Science & Math

Limited Unscreened

108

311

10

18