1. The Loudoun Governor’s Career and Technical STEM Academy

2.  Everyone has aspirations in life and specific levels they would like to reach.  Part of the planning process actually entails you developing specific career goals and mapping out a course on how to best reach them.

3.  We offer skills training that lead to good careers, advancement, and continuing education  Hands-on, applied technology education includes access to the latest technology  Faculty with relevant work experience teach classes  College Credit and Industry Licensure  Small classes ensure personal attention

4.  A Career and Technical Center offering career preparation and lifelong learning opportunities  MTC prepares students with the academic and technical knowledge needed to succeed in higher education and careers. We are committed to excellence in providing the best education for our students  We serve as one of Loudoun County Public Schools elective program options. Available to all 15 High Schools

5.  Monroe Currently Offers 26 Programs Our programs offer industry level certifications and licensure.  12 Dual Enrollment Programs (NOVA) Dual Enrollment allows qualified high school students to earn college credit while still in high school.  9 STEM Designated Programs These courses are designed as a part of the Loudoun Governor’s Career and Technical STEM Academy. They receive increased academic integration within instructional delivery of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math).

6.  Environmental Plant Science  Biotechnology  Veterinary Science

7.  Building Construction I & II  Masonry  Advanced Masonry

8.  Graphic Communications I & II  TV Production and Digital Moviemaking I & II

9.  Introduction to Health & Medical Sciences  Medical Laboratory Technology I & II  Radiology Technology I & II  Pharmacy Technology I & II  Practical Nursing I & II  Emergency Medical Technician

10.  Culinary Arts I &II

11. Eighteen of the country’s top twenty fastest growing occupations require the technology and skills taught in career and technical education (CTE) programs.

12.  Cosmetology I & II  Nail Design

13.  Computer and Digital Animation I & II  Advanced Networking  Computer Systems Technology

14.  Administration of Justice I & II  Firefighter

15.  Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning I & II  Welding I & II

16.  Computer Integrated Engineering & Design (CIED)

17.  Auto Collision Repair Technology I & II  Auto Servicing Technology I & II

18. Among high school graduates entering the workforce, those with a career and technical education (CTE) background earn 21% more than those without this advantage

19.  Students come to MTC every other day on either A day or B day.  First year programs are scheduled on B day.  Second year programs are scheduled on A day.  Students arrive by 9:25 am via bus from their home school.  Lunch is served in the cafeteria from 11-1.  Dismissal back to home school at 3:10 pm provided by LCPS transportation.

20.  Applications are made available in January.  They can be found in 2 places; 1. Home High School Counseling Office 2. MTC Website (www.lcps.org/mtc)  Applications are turned into the home high school Counselor in March.  Acceptance Notifications are sent to counselors and students in May. (Must be in at least 10 th grade to apply or at least 9 th grade for Health and Medical Science only)

21.  3 Elective Credits per program  Dual enrolled courses offer a.5 weighting and NOVA College credit  Industry credentials available and recognized in the workplace include: (A+, N+, CISCO, ProStart, Cosmetology Board of Licensing, Welding, HVAC, NCCER, ASE Recognition, OSHA Safety, Board of Nursing, Workplace Readiness).

22.  1 st year or more of a Foreign Language  Algebra 1 or higher This will allow you to have flexibility in your schedule of classes at Monroe and your home high school and still receive an Advanced Studies Diploma