career and technical education
Career Academies
The comprehensive K-12 Workforce Education Plan of the Duval County Public School System recommends implementation of the Career Academy Model at all high schools. Career Academies support the district's High School
Redesign Initiative.
For more information visit:
dcpscareeracademies.org
Career Academies
in the district
Andrew
Jackson – Health
Academy
The Health Academy
prepares students to enter the job market in various
occupations including the following: certified nurse
assistant, health-unit coordinator, EKG technician,
phlebotomist, and first responder. By working closely
with major hospitals and long-term care facilities, the
academy assists students in making the connection
between academic and workplace learning.
Career Cluster:
Health Science
Business Partners:
Memorial Hospital, AHP Home Health Care, FL-GA Blood
Alliance, American Red Cross, Edgewood Nursing Center,
Duval County Public Health Department, Jacksonville City
Zoo
Academy
Coordinator: Charlie Rutledge
Email:
rutledgec@duvalschools.org
Phone: (904) 307-2210
Apply to this academy
William M.
Raines
– Information Technology (IT) Academy
The Information
Technology Academy offers coursework in computer
programming, Web development, computer electronics, and
computer networking using Cisco Systems. After
successfully completing courses, students will have the
opportunity to take industry certification exams.
Outstanding students will have the opportunity to
participate in on-the-job training and/or internships.
Career Cluster:
Information Technology
Business Partners:
CSX, Jaxport, Jacksonville Electric Authority (JEA)
Academy
Coordinator: Gregory Lawrence
Email:
lawrenceg2@duvalschools.org
Phone: (904)
226-6309
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Samuel W. Wolfson – Academy of Finance
The Academy of
Finance at Wolfson offers students practical experience
in business, finance, and law. Specialized courses,
guest speakers, field trips, and work-based learning
opportunities are available to students in this academy.
Participants enjoy a competitive edge as they enter the
workplace or college classroom.
Career Cluster:
Finance
Business Partners:
Garrard and Garrard, CPA, Lee and Cates, Price
Waterhouse, Office of the Controller of the Currency
Academy
Coordinator: Donna Sussman
Email:
sussmand@duvalschools.org
Phone: (904)
434-6686
Apply to this academy
Englewood – Construction (BEAM-Building, Engineering,
Architecture, and Manufacturing) Academy
The B.E.A.M. Academy
prepares students for post-secondary education and
careers in the building, engineering, architecture, and
manufacturing industries. Academic classes with a
career-related theme are designed to give students a
rigorous and relevant learning experience. The
curriculum includes hands-on assignments and the
opportunity to build several structures. Students also
gain valuable and useful knowledge through job shadows,
apprenticeships, and internships with local businesses.
Career Cluster:
Architecture and Construction
Business Partners:
The Vintage Group, Northeast Florida Builders
Association (NEFBA), Habijax, Allstate Electrical
Contractors, Inc.
Academy
Coordinator: Gregory Lawrence
Email:
lawrenceg2@duvalschools.org
Phone: (904)
226-6309
Apply to this academy
Robert. E. Lee – Engineering Academy
Students
in the engineering academy will be exposed to the
various engineering specialties, and will have numerous
opportunities (i.e. participating in industry sponsored
competitions) to apply what they have learned in class
to real-life situations. Internships and mentorship will
be a part of a student’s academy experience.
Career Cluster:
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Business Partners:
MACTEC, Army Corps of Engineers, Atlantic Marine, Naval
Aviation Depot, First Coast Manufacturer's
Association, Quick Tie Products, PBS & J, ENKEI,
Shadwell Technical Services, TLC Engineering, Florida
Engineering Society,
The R-A-M Professional Group, Taylor Engineering,
University of North Florida, Florida Community College
at Jacksonville, Jacksonville City Council
Academy
Coordinator: Yolanda Smith
Email:
smithy3@duvalschools.org
Phone: (904)
924-3470
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Terry Parker
– International Business Academy
Three pathways are
available to students in this academy.
The
International Business pathway focuses on business
principles in the global economy. Representative course
work includes Accounting Applications, International
Business Systems, International Finance and Law, and
Business Internship
The Hospitality
and Tourism pathway includes the following
coursework: Computer Technology for Travel and Tourism,
Marketing Management for Travel and Tourism, and
Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism.
The Culinary Arts
pathway explores the areas of food production and
cooking, cost control, nutrition, workplace safety,
catering, and menu development. A school site restaurant
will emphasize restaurant management. The Culinary
pathway is slated to open fall 2007.
Career Cluster:
Business, Management and Administration
Business Partners:
Jacksonville Convention and Visitors Bureau, Jaxport,
TNT Logistics/CEVA, Mayor's Office (Sister Cities)
Academy Coordinator:
Donna Sussman
Email: sussmand@duvalschools.org
Phone: (904) 316-1176
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Frank H. Peterson Academies of
Technology
Aviation Academy
The
Aviation program consists of three technical courses of
study: Exploring Aviation, Aviation Electronics, and
Aviation Maintenance Technology. In addition to
learning from teachers at Peterson, students work in
conjunction with instructors from the Aviation Center
for Excellence at Cecil Field. In the future, it is
anticipated that the program will include Airframes &
Power Plant Technician, Private Pilot, and Avionics
Technician.
Career Cluster:
Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
Business Partners:
Navair Depot, Signature Flight Support
Academy
Coordinator: Yolanda Smith
Email:
smithy3@duvalschools.org
Phone: (904)
924-3470
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Automotive Academy
Master-certified instructors prepare students for
college and careers in the automotive industry. Program
specialties include Diesel Mechanics, Automotive
Technology, and Collision Repair. Successful students
are eligible for on-the-job training, internships, and
mentorship.
Career Cluster:
Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
Business Partners:
Mike Shad Ford, Mike Davidson Ford, North Florida
Lincoln Mercury, Key Buick, Coggin Pontiac, Coggin
Chevrolet, Coggin Toyota, Coggin Nissan
Academy
Coordinator: Yolanda Smith
Email:
smithy3@duvalschools.org
Phone: (904)
924-3470
Apply to this academy
A. PHILIP RANDOLPH ACADEMIES OF
TECHNOLOGY
Construction
Academy
Designed to meet the
industry’s needs for highly trained employees, this
academy prepares students for employment or advanced
training in the building construction industry. Courses
are aligned to integrate core academic knowledge and
skills with the study of architectural drafting;
heating, air conditioning, and ventilation; carpentry;
cabinetmaking; electrical wiring; and plumbing
technologies. Successful students also have the
opportunity to participate in pre-apprenticeships.
Career Cluster:
Architecture and Construction
Business Partners:
Haskell, Miller Electric, W.W. Gay
Academy
Coordinator: Charlie Rutledge
Email:
rutledgec@duvalschools.org
Phone: (904) 307-2210
Apply to this academy
Health Academy
The Health Academy
prepares students to enter the job market in various
occupations including the following: certified nurse
assistant, health-unit coordinator, EKG technician,
phlebotomist, and first responder. By working closely
with major hospitals and long-term care facilities, the
academy assists students in making the connection
between academic and workplace learning.
Career Cluster:
Health Science
Business Partners:
Memorial Hospital, FL-GA Blood Alliance, Hospice of
Northeast Florida
Academy
Coordinator: Charlie Rutledge
Email:
rutledgec@duvalschools.org
Phone: (904) 307-2210
Apply to this academy
Information
Technology (IT) Academy
This
academy prepares students for college and careers in
computer technology through course work in programming,
networking, computer maintenance, computer applications,
digital imaging and Web site development. Successful
students are eligible for on-the-job training and
industry certifications.
Career Cluster:
Information Technology
Business Partners:
CSX, Jaxport, Jacksonville Electric Authority (JEA)
Academy
Coordinator: Charlie Rutledge
Email:
rutledgec@duvalschools.org
Phone: (904) 307-2210
Apply to this academy
Sandalwood – Academy of Information Technology
(NAF)
The Sandalwood
Academy of Information Technology (S.A.I.N.T) is an
academy for students in grades 10, 11, and 12. The
program gives students the opportunity to gain skills
and relevant work experience in business computer
programming, digital animation, or Web design.
Career Cluster:
Information Technology
Academy
Coordinator: Gregory Lawrence
Email:
lawrenceg2@duvalschools.org
Phone: (904)
226-6309
Apply to this academy
Forrest – Education and Training Services Academy
The Education and
Training Services Academy has a diverse focus that will
expose students to the exciting
fields of education and training. The initial pathway
will focus on a "grow your own" training program.
Career
Cluster: Education and Training
Academy
Coordinator: Yolanda Smith
Email:
smithy3@duvalschools.org
Phone: (904)
924-3470
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Ed White – Business and Entrepreneurship Academy
The Business and
Entrepreneurship Academy prepares students for college
and careers in planning, organizing, directing,
formulating policies, and evaluating business functions
essential to the efficient and productive operation of
businesses. The initial pathway will focus on promoting
Entrepreneurship as a viable career option. A
school-based, student-run enterprise will be a vital
part of the academy.
Career Cluster: Marketing, Sales and Service
Academy
Coordinator: Yolanda Smith
Email:
smithy3@duvalschools.org
Phone: (904)
924-3470
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First Coast – International Trade/Logistics
Students will be
exposed to careers and businesses involved in the
planning, managing, and global movement of people,
materials and products by road, air, rail and water.
Field trips and work-based learning opportunities will
be available to students in this academy.
Career Cluster:
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
Academy
Coordinator: Donna Sussman
Email:
sussmand@duvalschools.org
Phone: (904)
434-6686
Apply to this academy
Terry Parker – Academy of Coastal and Environmental Studies
(ACES)
Students completing
the Academy of Coastal and Environmental Studies (ACES)
will be prepared to enter advanced training and/or post
graduation employment in specialized fields of the
environmental sciences. Course content will include
government regulations; ecosystem awareness of land,
air, and water resources; sampling and safety
procedures; and compliance in monitoring and quality
assurance. Instruction will emphasize field experiences
centering on the coastal salt marsh and aquatic
ecosystems.
Career Cluster:
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
Academy
Coordinator: Donna Sussman
Email:
sussmand@duvalschools.org
Phone: (904)
434-6686
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