2016 DOE High School Programs

10X439

Law Enforcement Academy

Comprehensive four-year program that prepares students for collegiate studies in criminal justice as well as careers in law enforcement and emergency response. Partnerships include Hogan-Lovells Law Firm, NYPD, FDNY, FBI and The Justice Resource Center.

X53A

Law & Government

Limited Unscreened

54

898

17 per seat

10X439

Community Service Academy

Comprehensive four-year program that prepares students for collegiate studies through service and includes Honors and AP courses. Partnerships include The New York Blood Center, Jewish Home Lifecare, and the Liberty Partnership Program.

X53B

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Ed. Opt.

54

269

5 per seat

10X440

Medical Professions

Students explore the numerous career pathways available in the health professions. With rigorous courses and unique learning opportunities, students acquire background knowledge to continue their studies in health careers after high school. Some potential careers include medical technologists and assistants, nursing, patient care, medical billing and veterinary studies.

X10A

Science & Math

Ed. Opt.

180

553

3 per seat

10

15

2 per seat

10X440

Newcomers'-Global Community

This program is for students who have been in the country for less than three years and are English Language Learners. The curriculum is designed to develop the students’ conversational language and writing skills using ESL strategies. After completing one full year of ELA instruction in the Newcomers’ Global Community, students will transition into one of our theme-based SLCs.

X10H

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened: Language

84

68

1 per seat

10

5

1 per seat

10X440

Macy Honors Communities

Students are challenged to excel academically and encouraged to develop leadership qualities and take advantage of many internship programs, summer programs and partnership opportunities. Students take honors-level core subjects that emphasize Math and Science as well as AP and college courses. A strong academic foundation coupled with enrichment opportunities help to develop a well-rounded student who is prepared for higher education; a productive citizen able to continue our school’s legacy.

X10J

Science & Math

Screened

Scores 80-100

Scores 80-100

Scores 80-100

Scores 80-100

Levels 3.0-4.5

Levels 3.0-4.5

120

307

3 per seat

10

6

1 per seat

Attendance

10X440

STEM

Students develop 21st century skills as they deepen their exploration in fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Specifically, students will learn coding, computer programming and mechanical design and how they relate to areas such as robotics. In addition, students will learn about environmental engineering with a focus in agriculture and sustainability.

X10K

Science & Math

Ed. Opt.

120

360

3 per seat

10

5

1 per seat

10X440

Humanities and the Arts

Students learn about the arts through hands-on experience, written work and art creation. Field trips take advantage of the rich cultural environment of New York City. Students visit art galleries and museums and attend dramatic productions both on and off Broadway. Students also learn the business end of promoting music, drama, creative writing and visual arts through direct involvement in hands-on projects taking place at concerts, art galleries, poetry slams and play productions.

X10L

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Ed. Opt.

120

350

3 per seat

10

9

1 per seat

10X442

Concert Band/Piano

Small group instruction on band instruments; Participation in 3 concert bands and jazz band; Latin Band, Music Theory, Music History, Sight Singing, and Piano; Preparation for state competitions; Evaluations in solo and ensemble work.

X33A

Performing Arts

Audition

Bring your own instrument (except piano, tuba, double bass, percussion and amplifiers, which will be provided) and your mouthpieces. Perform a prepared selection of your choice. Sight-reading and scales will be required.

55

183

3 per seat

5

10

2 per seat

Note that program offers common audition components.

10X442

Chorus

Students perform in Chorale, Show Choir, Select Choir, and Women’s Choir; Music Theory, Music History, Sight Singing, and Piano; Preparation for state competitions; Evaluations in solo and ensemble work.

X33B

Performing Arts

Audition

Come prepared to sing a song of your choice, without accompaniment. Rhythm, pitch-matching and ability to sing in harmony with others will be evaluated.

60

326

5 per seat

5

11

2 per seat

Note that program offers common audition components.

10X442

Strings

Small group instruction on orchestral instruments; Participation in 3 String Orchestras and Full Orchestra; Electives in Music Theory, Music History, Sight Singing, and Piano; Preparation for state competitions; Evaluations in solo and ensemble work.

X33M

Performing Arts

Audition

Bring your own instrument (except bass, cello or amplifier, which will be provided). Perform a prepared selection of your choice. Sight-reading and scales will be required.

15

40

3 per seat

5

4

1 per seat

Note that program offers common audition components.

11X455

Air Force Junior ROTC

Learn life skills with a military focus; discipline, respect, and service are the trademarks of our AFJROTC program

X25F

JROTC

Screened

Scores 70-100

Scores 70-100

Scores 70-100

Scores 70-100

Levels 2.0-4.5

Levels 2.0-4.5

60

171

3 per seat

10

20

2 per seat

Attendance

10X445

The Bronx High School of Science

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.

NO CODE

Science & Math

Test

750

19556

26 per seat

5

1202

240 per seat

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 counselor in the Fall to register for the SHSAT.

10X477

International Studies

Focuses on the study of international connections, cultural exchanges, world languages, world art and music, humanities studies and technology seminars.

X43A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

54

1089

20 per seat

5

62

12 per seat

Demonstrated Interest: school visit

Interview and short writing exercise at Open House

10X477

International Academy

Focuses on international connections, cultural exchanges, world languages, world art and music, humanities.

X43B

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened: Language

54

248

5 per seat

5

16

3 per seat

10X524

Digital Media/Recording Entertainment Technology

Y56A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened: Language

81

289

4 per seat

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

10X546

Theatre Design and Technology

Set design, costume design and construction, sound and light design and technology

X38A

Performing Arts

Limited Unscreened

34

453

13 per seat

10

48

5 per seat

10X546

Performance and Production

Acting, stage movement, dance, improvisation, stage and production management, theatre administration

X38B

Performing Arts

Limited Unscreened

74

504

7 per seat

5

36

7 per seat

10X549

Discovery High School

Arts-integrated academic program with a concentration in the creative and technical arts

X39A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

108

842

8 per seat

5

72

14 per seat

10X565

Building Operations and Technology

Y65A

Engineering

Limited Unscreened

108

690

6 per seat

10X696

High School of American Studies at Lehman College

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.

NO CODE

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Test

90

16771

186 per seat

3

975

325 per seat

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 counselor in the Fall to register for the SHSAT.

11X249

Bronx Health Sciences High School

X88X

Health Professions

Limited Unscreened

108

1018

9 per seat

11X253

Bronx High School for Writing & Communication Arts

X76X

Communications

Limited Unscreened

108

444

4 per seat

11X265

Bronx Lab School

X64X

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

125

778

6 per seat

10

58

6 per seat

11X270

Academy for Scholarship and Entrepreneurship

X02R

Business

Limited Unscreened

81

379

5 per seat

10

45

5 per seat

11X275

High School of Computers and Technology

All students will complete a four year sequence of computer repair and maintenance and will be required to complete exams in Microsoft Office, A+ Computer hardware and software and Network +.

X01X

Computer Science & Technology

Limited Unscreened

135

1578

12 per seat

11X288

Collegiate Institute for Math and Science

X29J

Science & Math

Limited Unscreened

150

2385

16 per seat

13

108

8 per seat

11X290

Bronx Academy of Health Careers

X22A

Health Professions

Limited Unscreened

108

847

8 per seat

5

61

12 per seat

11X299

Science & Technology

All students are expected to complete 4 years of science and mathematics studies.

X17B

Science & Math

Limited Unscreened

108

1001

9 per seat

5

56

11 per seat

11X418

Visual Art

A program of study focused on the visual arts, including art history, painting, drawing, photography, sculpture and mixed media. This curriculum helps students become prepared for advanced study and work in the visual arts.

X35A

Visual Art & Design

Limited Unscreened

54

730

14 per seat

5

35

7 per seat

11X418

Graphic Design

A program of study focused on learning the elements, principles and process of design and developing digital media and business skills. Students participate in internships and are prepared for advanced study and work in the field of graphic design.

X35B

Visual Art & Design

Limited Unscreened

54

343

6 per seat

5

20

4 per seat

11X455

Law and Legal Studies/Law Enforcement Academy

Experience law enforcement, mock trials, debates and internships in our state-of-the-art law library and courtroom; opportunities to network with law enforcement professionals. Affiliated with St. John's University; students may receive college credit.

X25B

Law & Government

Limited Unscreened

148

356

2 per seat

10

42

4 per seat

11X455

Computer Technology

Website design, Power Point, publishing, the Internet and word processing; customized learning individually paced to achieve mastery.

X25C

Computer Science & Technology

Ed. Opt.

207

497

2 per seat

10

34

3 per seat

11X455

Culinary Arts

Using professional equipment and trained by experts chefs, students receive intense instruction; students have opportunities to intern at high-profile restaurants throughout the New York area. Affiliated with C-CAP (Careers through Culinary Arts Program), inter high school competition at Monroe College.

X25D

Culinary Arts

Ed. Opt.

130

494

4 per seat

10

32

3 per seat

11X455

Multimedia Communication and Production

Media students learn about human communication in a digital world through hands-on experience with video, web and radio production. Internships and partnerships available with WABC-7 Eyewitness News, News 12, Fox 5 and BronxNET.

X25E

Communications

Limited Unscreened

97

174

2 per seat

10

26

3 per seat

18K633

High School for Medical Professions

L49A

Health Professions

Limited Unscreened

108

1164

11 per seat

5

37

7 per seat

11X455

Pre-Engineering and Applied Mathematics

Focuses on Mathematics and science to prepare students for careers in Engineering and other technical fields. The curriculum is project-based and includes Engineering Design and Production, Energy applications, Environmental friendly technology and Electricity. We have partnerships with the Architecture, Construction and Engineering Mentor Program.

X25H

Engineering

Screened

Scores 80-100

Scores 80-100

Scores 80-100

Scores 80-100

Levels 2.0-4.5

Levels 2.0-4.5

75

231

3 per seat

10

19

2 per seat

Attendance

11X455

Zoned

X25Z

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.

11X508

Bronxdale High School

Y53A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

108

1200

11 per seat

11X509

High School of Language and Innovation

Y52A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened: Language

108

341

3 per seat

10

31

3 per seat

11X544

Arts Lab Studio Creative Writing & Performing Arts

An intensive, collaborative and interactive program emphasizing creative writing, dance, acting (stage & film) and music (vocal & keyboard)

X48A

Performing Arts

Limited Unscreened

54

487

9 per seat

10

39

4 per seat

11X544

Arts Lab-Studio II Visual, Audio & Media Arts

An intensive, collaborative and interactive program with an emphasis on fine arts, multi-media, video/sound production and computer graphic/animation design

X48B

Visual Art & Design

Limited Unscreened

54

488

9 per seat

10

26

3 per seat

11X545

Bronx Aerospace High School

Students will concentrate on one of three future plans. Flight and Air Traffic Control Simulators will be used for initial preparation. Flight training is conducted at Westchester County Airport.

X30A

Communications

Limited Unscreened

74

478

7 per seat

10

39

4 per seat

11X545

Dual Language Spanish Program

Dual Language programs are designed to integrate English Language Learners with English-proficient students to receive content instruction in English and a target language. This program is open to all students regardless of interest area.

X30B

Communications

Screened: Language

34

New Program

12X242

Mott Hall V High School

Y45A

Science & Math

Limited Unscreened

81

944

12 per seat

12X248

The Metropolitan High School

X77R

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

81

575

7 per seat

12X251

Explorations Academy

X08R

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

108

369

3 per seat

5

50

10 per seat

12X267

Bronx Latin

Y35A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

81

853

11 per seat

12X271

East Bronx Academy for the Future

X83X

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

81

780

10 per seat

12X278

Peace and Diversity Academy

This program helps young people gain the requisite knowledge, skills and attitudes to develop intercultural understanding that will lead to non-violent approaches to problem solving, conflict resolution and decision-making for a peaceful world.

X84X

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

81

122

2 per seat

12X372

Urban Assembly School for Wildlife Conservation

Y38A

Science & Math

Limited Unscreened

81

448

6 per seat