2016 DOE High School Programs

24Q485

Academy of Business, Hospitality & Tourism

Students will complement their core academic studies with a focus on career paths in one of the world’s largest industries. Coursework includes management of hotels, sports events and event planning and the study of geography, economics and world cultures; Virtual Enterprise program. Grover Cleveland is affiliated with the National Academy Foundations Academy of Hospitality and Tourism.

Q23B

Hospitality, Travel and Tourism

Ed. Opt.

50

172

3 per seat

50

2

-

24Q485

Academy of Arts and Humanities

Students will take all required Regents preparatory courses and additional major courses in art, music, theater, language, history and English.

Q23H

Performing Arts/Visual Art & Design

Ed. Opt.

50

272

5 per seat

50

12

-

24Q485

Math/Science Institute

Advanced courses including AP Calculus and Statistics, Honors Biology, Chemistry and Physics, and Science Research.

Q23J

Science & Math

Ed. Opt.

50

174

4 per seat

10

12

1 per seat

24Q485

Academy of Allied Health and Athletic Sciences

Boasting over 25 athletic teams and extensive sports facilities, this program offers students rigorous Regents preparatory courses and a major in health, nutrition, fitness and safety. Students will be able to receive lifeguard, EMT and First Aid/AED /CPR certifications.

Q23S

Health Professions

Ed. Opt.

50

207

4 per seat

50

7

-

24Q485

Zoned

Q23Z

Zoned

Zoned Guarantee

Guaranteed offer to students who apply and live in the zoned area.

Guaranteed offer to students who apply and live in the zoned area.

24Q520

Middle College High School at LaGuardia Community College

Portfolio-based assessment and out-of-school internships.

Q30J

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Scores 65-100

Scores 65-100

Scores 65-100

Scores 65-100

Levels 1.0-4.5

Levels 1.0-4.5

97

1615

17 per seat

10

121

12 per seat

Attendance and Punctuality

24Q530

International High School at LaGuardia Community College

English taught in all classes, interdisciplinary instruction, reduced class size (25 students), access to college classes and facilities

Q27J

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened: Language

110

546

5 per seat

14

32

2 per seat

24Q550

Arts and Business

Q99A

Visual Art & Design

Ed. Opt.

191

2075

11 per seat

10

94

9 per seat

24Q560

Arts and Technology for New Students

Opportunities in the arts, career education, athletics, college classes, trips and conferences.

Q31J

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Ed. Opt.

96

1188

12 per seat

5

53

11 per seat

24Q560

Arts and Technology for Current Students

See above description.

Q31K

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

For Continuing 8th Graders

24

54

2 per seat

24Q585

Maspeth High School

Q47A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

250

2795

11 per seat

24Q600

Careers in Business

Three-year 18 credit sequence includes courses in MOS Computer Applications, Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Digital Marketing, Business Ethics, Finance/Taxation/Business Law; includes internships, job shadowing, college credits from LGCC, BMCC and Career Pathways with Queensborough CC. Industry Certifications include Microsoft Office, Quickbooks, NOCTI Accounting, Virtual Enterprise, W!se Financial Literacy

Q68A

Business

Screened

Scores 75-100

Scores 75-100

Scores 75-100

Scores 75-100

Levels 2.0-4.5

Levels 2.0-4.5

28

66

2 per seat

Attendance and Punctuality

24Q600

Graphic Arts

Program focuses on basic theories and concepts through hands-on experience with the Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign). Students sit for the ACA certification exam in Photoshop, receive dual enrollment college courses and complete an internship. Graphic arts program graduates receive a CTE endorsed diploma.

Q68B

Visual Art & Design

Audition

Review

Review

Students will complete a still life drawing and advertisement design exercise. All students will be interviewed and portfolios are optional. Beginning students are encouraged to attend the audition. Please contact the school for additional information.

28

195

7 per seat

Attendance and Punctuality

Art course grade, Computer course grade

24Q600

School of Skilled Building Trades

Prepares students for Construction 2000, union opportunities leading to licensing exam eligibility. Students choose between Electrical Installation or Plumbing Design and Technology majors. These programs provide practical skills needed in industry.

Q68C

Engineering

Screened

Scores 75-100

Scores 75-100

Scores 75-100

Scores 75-100

Levels 2.0-4.5

Levels 2.0-4.5

32

38

1 per seat

Attendance and Punctuality

24Q600

Pre-Engineering Electronic Technology

Prepares students with entry-level knowledge of Engineering, offering Dual College Enrollment Courses (8 credits). Certifications: OSHA, Copper-Based, Fiber-Based Networking Systems, Smart Home Technology and Electronics Technician Association (DC, AC & Digital Electronics). Students participate in US First Robotics Club.

Q68L

Engineering

Screened

Scores 75-100

Scores 75-100

Scores 75-100

Scores 75-100

Levels 2.0-4.5

Levels 2.0-4.5

10

55

6 per seat

Attendance and Punctuality

24Q600

Exploratory: Introduction to Occupations

The 9th Grade School of Exploration & Discovery (SED), through six 6-week rotations, provides students with experience in: Introduction to Business, Electrical Installation, Plumbing, Graphic Arts, Cosmetology and Electronics.

Q68M

Engineering

Ed. Opt.

210

1752

8 per seat

24Q600

Computer Technology and Information Systems

Focus on preparing students to become career and college ready, with the opportunity to achieve certifications in: A+ Computer Repairs and Maintenance, CISCO Networking, Mobile App Writing, Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3).

Q68N

Computer Science & Technology

Screened

Scores 80-100

Scores 80-100

Scores 80-100

Scores 80-100

Levels 3.0-4.5

Levels 3.0-4.5

56

780

14 per seat

10

44

4 per seat

Attendance and Punctuality

24Q600

Cosmetology

Cosmetology/Salon Management program provides students with marketable skills to become licensed Cosmetologists. Students prepare for State licensure (NOCTI Certification) with opportunities for internships, in-house and advanced industry training. College credits earned through LGCC and Bryant & Stratton College.

Q68O

Cosmetology

Screened

Scores 75-100

Scores 75-100

Scores 75-100

Scores 75-100

Levels 2.0-4.5

Levels 2.0-4.5

56

556

10 per seat

10

35

4 per seat

Attendance and Punctuality

27Q400

Communication Arts Academy

An in-depth experiential media program that prepares students for a career in the TV/Radio/Film Industry. Students gain hands-on instruction in movie-making, video, audio and editing production.

Q50B

Communications

Ed. Opt.

75

104

1 per seat

10

5

1 per seat

24Q610

Aerospace Engineering Technology

Designed for students who excel in math and science. This challenging academic and technical program will prepare students for engineering colleges and FAA maintenance certification. Students not meeting this criteria are encouraged to apply to Q60Q.

Q60A

Engineering

Screened

Scores 85-100

Scores 85-100

Scores 85-100

Scores 85-100

Levels 3.0-4.5

Levels 3.0-4.5

190

1640

9 per seat

Attendance and Punctuality

24Q610

Aviation Maintenance Technology

A challenging academic and career-oriented program leading to a New York State Advanced Regents diploma and FAA certification as an Aircraft Maintenance Technician. Students in this program have every opportunity to take higher level and AP courses.

Q60Q

Computer Science & Technology

Screened

Scores 80-100

Scores 80-100

Scores 80-100

Scores 80-100

Levels 2.0-4.5

Levels 2.0-4.5

294

2080

7 per seat

15

244

16 per seat

Attendance and Punctuality

25Q240

Veritas Academy

Q51A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

130

331

3 per seat

15

New Program

25Q241

Queens High School for Language Studies

Q62A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened: Language

108

150

1 per seat

10

15

2 per seat

25Q252

Queens School of Inquiry

Interdisciplinary program with a strong, comprehensive focus on math and science

Q77A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Scores 70-100

Scores 70-100

Scores 70-100

Scores 70-100

Levels 2.0-4.5

Levels 2.0-4.5

90

1135

13 per seat

Attendance and Punctuality

25Q263

Flushing International High School

Q25X

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened: Language

90

276

3 per seat

25Q281

East-West School of International Studies

Q82A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Ed. Opt.

81

578

7 per seat

8

33

4 per seat

25Q285

World Journalism Preparatory

Q85A

Communications

Limited Unscreened

54

512

10 per seat

25Q285

Franklin Center Science and Technology

Honors-level sequence of courses in science, technology, engineering and math. This challenging scholastic experience includes preparation for authentic science research and writing in signature national science competitions (Intel, Westinghouse, Siemens). Students will publish a science journal (non-print) of original science research under the mentorship of leading science teachers, scientists and publishers.

Q85F

Science & Math

Limited Unscreened

27

309

11 per seat

25Q425

Academy for Creative Artists

Academy for Creative Artists (A.C.A.) is a vibrant community of young artists and their teachers. A.C.A. offers talented writers and actors opportunities to explore their gifts through creative and academic writing courses, workshops, literary experiences, drama and performance.

Q14A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Ed. Opt.

100

893

9 per seat

50

53

1 per seat

25Q425

Introduction to Agriculture

Plant and animal sciences, small animal care, veterinary technology, horticulture and landscaping.

Q14B

Animal Science

Ed. Opt.

200

1069

5 per seat

25

42

2 per seat

25Q425

Science Technology Engineering and Math (S.T.E.M.) Research Program

4-year Honors S.T.E.M. Academy with hands-on competitive scientific research program; college and career preparation in math, science, medicine, technology; internships in medical facilities, colleges/universities; scholarships.

Q14H

Science & Math

Screened

Scores 85-100

Scores 85-100

Scores 85-100

Scores 85-100

Levels 3.0-4.5

Levels 3.0-4.5

120

752

6 per seat

12

37

3 per seat

Attendance and Punctuality

25Q425

Zoned

Q14Z

Zoned

Zoned Guarantee

Priority to students who apply and live in the zoned area.

Priority to students who apply and live in the zoned area.

25Q460

Thurgood Marshall Law Academy

Introduction to Law, Criminology and Juvenile Justice, Practical Law, Constitutional Law, Civil Rights Law, Trial Techniques and Advanced Topics in Law Enforcement. Students can choose one area of study: Legal Studies or Law Enforcement.

Q18A

Law & Government

Ed. Opt.

150

599

4 per seat

10

25

3 per seat

25Q460

Academy of Health Sciences

The vision is for all of our students to enter and succeed in a wide variety of college level academic programs. The Health Sciences provide a lens through which we can plan rigorous curriculum and engage students through relevant interdisciplinary learning. This includes field trips, guest speakers, job shadowing, the use of information technology and volunteer/internship opportunities in the health care field.

Q18B

Health Professions

Ed. Opt.

130

601

5 per seat

30

33

1 per seat

25Q460

Academy of Business Entrepreneurship

As a registered testing center for Microsoft programs, students taking business courses with participation in the Virtual Enterprise Program are eligible for Microsoft MOUSE certification. Students may also pursue CTE Business certification. LEGO-based Engineering program for incoming 9th grade students with strong mathematics skills who are considering careers in engineering, computer programming or other fields of science.

Q18C

Business

Ed. Opt.

90

435

5 per seat

20

25

1 per seat

25Q460

Zoned

Q18Z

Zoned

Zoned Priority

Priority to students who apply and live in the zoned area.

Priority to students who apply and live in the zoned area.

25Q525

Intensive Academic Humanities

A humanities-based approach to excellence in all subject areas, achieved through extensive literature and writing courses, advanced courses and electives in English, Social Studies, Modern and Classical Languages, Math, Science, Social Science and Science Research, and a required Queens College Humanities Seminar.

Q37J

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Scores 90-100

Scores 90-100

Scores 90-100

Scores 90-100

Levels 3.0-4.5

Levels 3.0-4.5

306

5540

18 per seat

20

359

18 per seat

Attendance

Please note: Townsend Harris is open to New York City residents from all five boroughs. When evaluation Queens applicants, Townsend Harris seeks to build an incoming 9th grade class that is representative of the entire borough.

25Q670

College Head-Start

Q70A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Ed. Opt.

175

376

2 per seat

15

22

2 per seat

26Q315

Business Technology Early College High School

Q58A

Computer Science & Technology

Limited Unscreened

108

594

6 per seat

5

4

1 per seat

27Q400

Law Scholars Academy

This program offers advanced courses in law including legal research, civil and criminal law. We offer internships through our partnerships with various law firms. Students also participate in Lincoln-Douglas Debates, Mock Trials and Moot Court competitions.

Q50C

Law & Government

Ed. Opt.

100

129

1 per seat

10

8

1 per seat

26Q415

Mentor Law and Humanities Institute

Program dedicated to fostering interest in the legal field. Open to wide range of academic performance levels. Students will engage in a sequence of history courses in topics including civil, criminal and constitutional law. They will also participate in activities such as mock trial and law internships.

Q16A

Law & Government

Ed. Opt.

150

3319

22 per seat

20

253

13 per seat

26Q415

School of Journalism and Media Studies

Q16B

Communications

Limited Unscreened

110

1503

14 per seat

26Q415

DaVinci Science/Math Research Institute

The DaVinci Program offers four years of Honors level and AP Math and Science courses along with research opportunities and competitions.

Q16J

Science & Math

Screened

Scores 85-100

Scores 85-100

Levels 3.0-4.5

Levels 3.0-4.5

120

3194

27 per seat

5

195

39 per seat

Attendance

26Q415

Performing Dance

Students study ballet, modern and jazz techniques along with choreography. Students also have the opportunity to explore additional forms of dance by attending live performances and participating in school productions.

Q16K

Performing Arts

Audition

Review

Review

Review

Review

Students will be taken through a series of ballet, modern and jazz dance combinations which they must perform in small groups. Students must also perform a dance solo prepared in advance of the dance audition.

60

314

5 per seat

10

22

2 per seat

Attendance

26Q415

Zoned

Q16Z

Zoned

Zoned Guarantee

Guaranteed offer to students who apply and live in the zoned area.

Guaranteed offer to students who apply and live in the zoned area.

26Q430

Jacob K. Javits Law Institute

This program distinguishes itself with recognition in Mock Trial and Moot Court competitions. A small learning community which offers law-related courses including: You and The Law, Constitutional & Business Law, Mock Trial, Debate Team and Bioethics.

Q20A

Law & Government

Ed. Opt.

100

4274

43 per seat

21

362

17 per seat

26Q430

Math Research and Robotics

Students are programmed for honors courses and will take courses in Math Research or Robotic Engineering. Students will prepare for a variety of high level regional and national competitions.

Q20H

Science & Math

Screened

Scores 85-100

Scores 85-100

Scores 85-100

Scores 85-100

Levels 3.0-4.5

Levels 3.0-4.5

75

2999

40 per seat

20

216

11 per seat

Attendance

26Q430

University Scholars

This program provides an honors-level sequence of courses which engages students in a rigorous scholastic experience in the Liberal Arts & Humanities. Each term students are programmed for a second language or an additional English/Humanities course.

Q20J

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Scores 85-100

Scores 85-100

Scores 85-100

Scores 85-100

Levels 3.0-4.5

Levels 3.0-4.5

100

2099

21 per seat

20

245

12 per seat

Attendance

26Q430

Science Research Institute

Our award-winning Science Research Institute has received high Honors in the National Siemens Competition, Intel and NYSCEF. Students are programmed for advanced honors courses and courses in authentic science research.

Q20K

Science & Math

Screened

Scores 85-100

Scores 85-100

Scores 85-100

Scores 85-100

Levels 3.0-4.5

Levels 3.0-4.5

75

3183

42 per seat

20

362

18 per seat

Attendance

26Q430

Zoned

Q20Z

Zoned

Zoned Guarantee

Guaranteed offer to students who apply and live in the zoned area.

Guaranteed offer to students who apply and live in the zoned area.