Hello! I am Dr. Elizabeth Battle The Principal of the North Wake College & Career Academy

Is a Collaboration Between

Comprehensive Early College Program Core Academics By WCPSS College Courses By WTCC AP CTE Honors Courses & College General Education

The Basics Grades 9th - 11th (2017-18) Grades 9th - 12th (2018-19) 400 Students approximately 100 per grade Location: 931 Durham Road, Wake Forest, NC Wake Tech CC Calendar Transportation: Express Busing Athletics – Wakefield or Wake Forest

The Basics Cont… 4x4 Block Schedule 7:25-2:18 Students must apply to a specific program. May apply to more than 1 program. Electives: World Language (Spanish) Business Electives Art Heaalthful living/PE

Overview of the Early College Program Students earn both High School and College Credit for Program Area Courses. All programs provide a pathway to an AAS degree, certificate, or diploma program at Wake Tech. Note: COS is not eligible for co-op, internships, and/or apprenticeships. Note: Clinicals for NAS program Note: Handout of tech stds. & to be made available at application

High School Diploma + Program Area Certificate + College Credit

Advantages for Students Project Based Learning College Instructors Teach Courses in the 5 Program areas College General Education Classes Soft and Employability Skills: Communication and teamwork Work Based Learning Experiences (Internships) High School Honors and AP Classes

5 Our Areas of Studies

Culinary Arts This program prepares students to assume positions as culinary professionals in a variety of food service settings’ including full-service restaurants, hotels, resorts, clubs, catering operations, contract food services, and health facilities. Career Pathways Restaurant Cook Caterer Sous Chef Executive Chef Food Services Manager Average Salary: $23,000-$55,000 *WTCC Career Focus

Early Childhood Education This program prepares students to work with children from birth through age eight in diverse learning environments. Students will combine learned theories with practice in actual settings with young children under the supervision of qualified teachers. Career Pathways Child Development Programs Teacher: Preschools, Public & Private Schools Recreational Centers Head Start Programs Average Salary: $20,300-$45,300

Emergency Medical Science This program provides high-quality, hands-on instruction in emergency medical care to prepare Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and paramedics to meet regional demand. Students learn through intensive, scenario-based instruction and the use of state-of-the-art simulation equipment. Career Pathways Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic Average Salary: $26,000 - $37,585

Hospitality Management This program prepares students for professional positions in hotels, resorts, inns, restaurants, clubs, and other institutions. The curriculum allows students to build and apply the administrative and practical skills essential for success in the hospitality industry. Career Pathways Entry-level Managerial Positions Reservations Housekeeping Purchasing Dining Room Marketing Average Salary: $28,640-$51,030

Information Technology – Tech Support This program prepares students for employment with organizations that use computers to process, manage, and communicate information. It provides hands-on experience that allows students to implement, support, and customize industry-standard computer information technology. Career Pathways Help Desk Technician Hardware Support Technician Networking Support Technician Average Salary: $33,087-$68,680

Type of Students Passion for the CTE program 3.0 GPA weighted / College & Career Promise

Application Requirements Essay Last 2 report cards EOG/EOC scores College & Career Promise 3.0 GPA (principals can override) Letters of Recommendations Teachers (LA/English, Math) & Principal Apply to a specific program

Early College Application Due December 16th

You will be the founder! We are starting this school and you will be a founding member! We will create the culture and traditions for future students. You will lead the way! We open in August 2017!

Thank You! Any questions? Dr. Elizabeth Battle Phone: 919-441-6360 Email: ebattle@wcpss.net Website: wcpss.net/northwakecca