JMRHS Academy of Engineering & automation

What is AOEA? Four-Year Program Smaller Learning Community (cohort) STEM Focus: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math Affiliated with the National Academy Foundation (NAF) www.naf.org national network of education, business, and community leaders who work together to ensure high school students are college, career, and future ready. 2014-15: nearly 82,000 students attended 667 NAF academies across 38 states, including DC and the US Virgin Islands. In 2014, NAF academies reported 97% of seniors graduated with 93% of graduates planned to go to college. Only Offered at JMRHS in Cabarrus County

Who is it for? What Makes it Different? Cohort Group – Rising 9th grade students in Cabarrus County Schools Interdisciplinary approach to curriculum Project-based Learning Career Readiness Job Shadowing Internships Apprenticeships/Pre-Apprenticeships Community and Industry field trips Integration with Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Opportunity to earn industry certifications Potential college credit

AOEA 4-year Course of study Note: Academy courses and course sequencing may change as industry evolves.

AOEA Tracks Students must complete at least one of the three Academy tracks. Engineering – STEM Cluster Advanced Manufacturing - Manufacturing Cluster Robotics – STEM Cluster Students do have the opportunity to complete all clusters. The course of study is a suggestion.

9th Grade Courses: Work-Based Learning / Career Readiness: Intro to Engineering Work-Based Learning / Career Readiness: Guest Speakers Industry Tours Career Assessment Communication Presentation VEX Robotics / Competitions Resume Workshop

10th Grade Courses: Work-Based Learning / Career Readiness: Drafting I Advanced Manufacturing I Robotics I Work-Based Learning / Career Readiness: Resume Workshop Mentor Career Fair Job Shadow Mock Interviews VEX Robotics / Competitions

11th Grade Courses: Work-Based Learning / Career Readiness: Drafting II – Engineering Advanced Manufacturing II Certified Production Technician Robotics II Work-Based Learning / Career Readiness: Resume Workshop Mock Interviews Business Cards Mentor Career Fair Job Shadow Internships VEX Robotics / Competitions

12th Grade Courses: Work-Based Learning / Career Readiness: Principles of Engineering 3D Solid Modeling Work-Based Learning / Career Readiness: Career & College Ready Resume Workshop Mock Interviews Social Network Workshop Internship School-based enterprise Presentation to partners VEX Robotics / Competitions

Internship/PRE-APPRENTICESHIP/ APPRENTICESHIP Required for NAFTrack Certification Minimum 135 hours Summer or part-time during school Related to the Engineering industry Internship placement is a shared responsibility of the program, industry, and student/family Compensated

Naftrack certification Multi-method approach to assess students on a broad range of skills. Student performance is measured not only through end-of-course exams, but also through culminating projects and internships. Upon successful completion of NAFTrack Certification, students are eligible for NAFTrack Certified Hiring! a commitment made by top companies to give special consideration to NAFTrack certified job applicants More INFO!

Electives and extra-curricular Activities Students may take other electives such as AP, Foreign Languages, Art, CTE, etc. AOAMA will not conflict with sports or clubs

Advisory Board Led by volunteers from local business/industry and educational institutions Monthly board meetings Generate opportunities for work-based learning Attract and cultivate new and existing board members Provide other assistance as needed Membership is open to parents

Advisory Board Opportunities Advisory Board Member Internship Provider Mentor Classroom Speaker Job Shadow Host Assist with development of work-based learning activities Participate in mock interviews, student exhibitions, and other career-themed activities

Application process Online Application TBA Students who complete the application are assigned to a lottery system that will select up to 100 candidates.

More Information/questions JMRHS Main Number (704) 788-4500 Dr. Amanda Macon, Assistant Principal of Instruction amanda.macon@cabarrus.k12.nc.us Kendra Glover, Career Development Coordinator & Academy Coordinator kendra.glover@cabarrus.k12.nc.us