2020 - 2021 Career Academy Application          East Wake High School                                    Academy of Life Sciences
Dear Candidate,

You have decided to embark upon an incredible and exciting journey! The Academy of Life Sciences will provide you with an academic foundation and technical skills that will enable you to continue your education beyond high school, leading to a desirable health-related career.  This is a unique opportunity for you to participate in a small, career‐focused, learning community with other students who are interested in many of the same subjects. Applications from students to attend the Academy of Life Sciences will only be processed if the student is assigned to East Wake High School as the base school.

Through the academy, you will also learn skills such as communication, professionalism, legal responsibility, ethics, safety practices, and interpersonal dynamics. Please submit the application by Friday June 26th

Students will be notified of acceptance via email.

PRE-MEDICAL TRACK REQUIRED ELECTIVES:
9th grade:  Foundations of Health Science (Health Team Relations) (Paired with English 1)

10th grade:  Health Science I (Paired with Biology)

11th grade:  Health Science II or Biomedical Technology (Paired with English 3)

12th grade choose ONE course:  Nursing Fundamentals and Practicum (CNA) and/or Pharmacy Technician (Paired with Economics & Personal Finance)

11th or 12th grade:  Required Internships (135 hours).  This can be done during the summer

PRE-MEDICAL TRACK SUPPLEMENTAL ELECTIVES:
Microsoft Word & Powerpoint, Career Management, approved Career & College Promise (CCP) CTE Pathway Courses
10th grade: Biomedical Technology I
11th grade: Biomedical Technology II, Anatomy & Physiology (currently offered through NCVPS)
12th grade: CTE Advanced Studies

PRE-VETERINARIAN TRACK REQUIRED ELECTIVES
9th grade:  Agriscience Applications (Paired with English 1)

10th grade:  Animal Science I (Paired with Biology)

11th grade:  Animal Science II (Paired with English 3)

12th grade choose ONE course:  Veterinary Assisting or CTE Internship (Paired with Economics & Personal Finance)

11th or 12th grade:  Required Internships (135 hours).  This can be done during the summer

PRE-VETERINARIAN TRACK SUPPLEMENTAL ELECTIVES:
Microsoft Word & Powerpoint, Career Management, approved Career & College Promise (CCP) CTE Pathway Courses
10th grade: Equine Science I
11th grade: Equine Science II, Anatomy & Physiology (currently offered through NCVPS)
12th grade: CTE Advanced Studies
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CANDIDATE INFORMATION
The following section pertains to the student:
Student Last Name *
Student First Name *
Student Email Address *
A WCPSS email is preferred, but if you do not know this information a personal email is acceptable for application purposes.
Student ID Number *
Current Middle School *
Student Mailing Address *
City *
Zip Code *
Home Phone Number *
PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION
This section pertains to the parent/guardian of the candidate:
Parent/Guardian #1 Name *
Parent/Guardian #1 Email Address *
Parent/Guardian #1 Phone Number (Home or cell where parent may be reached) *
Parent/Guardian #2 Name
Parent/Guardian #2 Email Address
Parent/Guardian #2 Phone Number (Home or cell where parent may be reached)
CANDIDATE APPLICATION:
Which Life Sciences Career Academy Track are you applying to? *
Students, write a paragraph describing yourself and your career goals. Please share any volunteer experiences, camps or work experience that you may have related to the academy theme. *
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
As a member or candidate for the Academy of Life Sciences at East Wake High School, I acknowledge and understand that:

* I am making a commitment to participate in the required academy courses (see details at beginning of application).
 
* I must maintain academic excellence while enrolled in the Academy. This includes maintaining a cumulative GPA (weighted) of a 2.5 by the end of the sophomore year and through graduation. Dismissal from the program may result if my GPA falls below this standard. (One semester period of academic probation is allowed before removal from the Academy.)

* I must report to Academy activities and job shadowing opportunities dressed appropriately in business attire and/or approved dress.

* Regular updates will be sent home via email to both the Academy member and parent/guardian. It is necessary for me to have a valid email address on file. I will notify the Academy Coordinator of any changes to my contact information (email and/or phone number).

* Dismissal from the program may result from continuing disciplinary problems with any teacher or administrator (including teachers and administrators not affiliated with the Academy) after a suspension from school.

* Major disciplinary incidents will result in automatic dismissal from the Academy.

* Participation and/or support of scheduled academy meetings/activities is expected of all members. My participation will be documented in the work-based learning portfolio that will be maintained throughout my Academy experience.

* A 135 hour internship course must be completed before graduation. This will be for academic credit and should be completed the summer between the junior and senior year or senior year. Transportation to internship is required.

* Some internship sponsors request interns complete Nursing Fundamentals and earn a CNA prior to the CTE Internship.

* Students in the Pre-Medical Track will earn their CPR Certification and OSHA 10-hour Industry Certification for Healthcare.

* If I have any questions or problems with regard to any aspect of the Academy program, you can contact Dean of Counseling, Tiffany Robinson at tbrobinson@wcpss.net and/or Katie Coble, Career Development Coordinator at kcoble@wcpss.net.

I understand that by being accepted into this program, I am committing myself to the above standards and expectations.
ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES
Both the student and a parent/guardian must read the following before completing the application. By entering your electronic signatures below, you are agreeing to the following:

* The Academy of Life Sciences requires successful completion of a four (4) year program of courses and several work-based learning experiences including an internship. These requirements must be met for completion of the Career Academy. Parents and students are in agreement with this application and commit to being a student in the Career Academy for 4 years.

* Placement in the Academy of Life Sciences Career Academy is a privilege that both students and parents must take seriously. Each Career Academy track relies heavily on parent/guardian participation. Many opportunities will be offered to support these programs such as time, community outreach, committee service, fundraisers, etc. By signing below, you acknowledge that you are aware of the impact that parent participation has on this program and that you will be contacted at various times throughout the four years to provide support.

Student Signature - Enter your full name as your signature. * *
Parent Signature - Enter your full name as your signature. * *
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