 The Mt. Pleasant Academy of Energy and Sustainability will prepare students both academically and professionally for further education and careers that will benefit our earth’s resources.

 The Mt. Pleasant Academy of Energy and Sustainability prepares students for college and career opportunities that utilize engineering for the betterment of our planet. Through collaboration with local industry professionals and work-based leaning experiences, graduates will be responsible citizens that are dedicated to service to society.

 Four-Year Program  Smaller Learning Community (cohort)  STEM Focus  Affiliated with the National Academy Foundation (NAF) Academy of Engineering  Only Offered at MPHS in Cabarrus County

 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  Cohort Group – 100 rising 9 th grade students (only freshmen are admitted)  NAF Track Certification  College credit opportunity

GradeAcademy Courses 9 Technology Engineering & Design Environmental & Natural Resources I 10 Introduction to Engineering Green Methods 11 Introduction to Renewable Energy Green Building Science INTERNSHIP/PRE-APPRENTICESHIP/APPRENTICESHIP 12 Principles of Engineering Advanced Studies: Response to Industry Project Note: Academy courses and course sequencing may change as industry evolves.

 Required for NAF Track Certification  Minimum 135 hours – 1 elective credit  Summer or part-time during school  Related to Energy & Sustainability  Final work-based learning placement is a shared responsibility of the program, industry, and student/family  Compensated

 Led by volunteers from local business/industry, administrators, & parents  Brief monthly meetings  Generate opportunities for work-based learning  Attract and cultivate new and existing board members  Provide other assistance as needed

 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

 MPHS Main Number (704)  Larry Sullivan, Assistant Principal of Instruction   Ext  Lenny Westmoreland, Career Development Coordinator & Academy Coordinator   Ext. 1516