1. Spartan School of Business Business Academy at Deptford Twp. High School Why Business?

2. 1. Among the most popular college majors.

3. 2. Lucrative and In-Demand Degree

4. One of the most popular careers and well-paying (Most people end up in business). Among the 10 largest occupations in the private sector, general and operations managers and registered nurses had the highest wages, with annual mean wages of $117,210 and $69,060, respectively

5. Spartan School of Business (Business & Finance Academy) at D.T.H.S. ACADEMICS Exposure to a variety of business, financial and computer courses Development of new courses OPPORTUNITY Internships, Work experience via School to Careers College Credits with Rowan College at GC ENRICHMENT Conferences, Competitions, Community Involvement and Social Networking via membership in FBLA Future goal… NBHS

6. Value ACADEMICS: – Students will develop a transcript of business courses demonstrating their academic preparation for success in a college-level business program; OPPORTUNITY: – College Credits… – Marketable internships/work experience with local employers or here at DTHS ENRICHMENT: – a portfolio of experiences, networking, certificates and awards in nationally recognized business conferences and competitions hosted by FBLA; – and honors recognition upon graduation. These cumulative benefits will ultimately contribute to their success in life and society; while expanding their transcript and marketable background/skills for college admissions and employment.

7. How it works Benefits: · Business, finance and computers are a back-bone to every career. · Business provides lucrative career opportunities · Business is among the most popular college major · Develop a marketable transcript and life skills · Nationally recognized organization (FBLA) · Competitions and Conferences · Awards, scholarships · Networking · College-credits (partnership with RCGC) · Recognition at graduation

8. Pre-requisites 3.0 GPA in all 4 major subject areas (Science, Social Studies, Math, and ELA) As of 2 nd MP of 8 th grade year

9. Suggested Tracks NOTE: A minimum GPA of 3.5 in 30 business education credits and an overall GPS of 3.0 is required upon graduation. Learn more from your guidance counselor or the DTHS website. *SSB = Spartan School Business student only section of course Sophomore: (at least 7.5 cr.) Microsoft Office Applications *SSB (5 cr.) General Business Ed. Elective (2.5 cr.) *FBLA Membership Pending: Summer Pathway – 1 RCGC approved summer course (2.5cr) Senior (at least 10 cr.) Advanced College Accounting *SSB (5 cr.) Internship/Coop (5cr.) –or- RCGC approved college courses (1 ea. Sem = 5 cr.) –or- 2 general Business Ed. Electives (2.5 cr. ea) *FBLA Membership Freshman (at least 5 cr.): Professionalism *SSB (2.5 cr.) sem.1 Business Management *SSB (2.5 cr.) sem.2 *FBLA Membership Junior: (at least 7.5 cr.) Personal Finance... ( 2.5 cr.)* NJ Req. Business Law *SSB (2.5 cr.) General Business Ed. Elective (2.5 cr. ea) *FBLA Membership

10. DTHS Business Education Course Offerings Professionalism *SSB (2.5 cr.) Accounting 1 (5 cr.) Accounting 2 (5 cr.) Advanced College Accounting *SSB (5 cr.) Microsoft Office Applications *SSB (5 cr.) Business Law *SSB (2.5 cr.) Business Management *SSB (2.5 cr.) Creative Web Pages (2.5 cr.) Desktop Publishing (2.5 cr.) Multimedia Presentations (2.5 cr.) Personal Finance, Economic and Business Literacy (2.5 cr. and NJ requirement)

11. College Credits Spartan School of Business and Rowan College at Gloucester County have carefully selected business-related courses that academy students are encouraged to take during the summer of their junior/senior year and each semester of their senior year. These courses build on the foundation of business knowledge established at Deptford High and are offered at discounted tuition rate for Spartan School of Business students. In addition, high school credits will be earned for the successful completion of these courses. It is suggested students complete 3 college courses before graduation potentially earning 9-12+ college credits.

12. Spartan School of Business approved and recommended RCGC offerings: BUS 101 – Introduction to Business BUS 221 – Principles of Marketing BUS 224 – Social Media and Internet Marketing CIS 102 – Computer Information Systems CIS 110 – Fundamentals of Programming CIS 120 – Spreadsheets, Excel COM 104 – Business Communications ECO 100 – Introduction to Economics ECO 101 – Principles of Economics 1 (Macro)

13. F.B.L.A.(Future Business Leaders of America) Business & Finance Academy students are highly encouraged to get the most out of the program as active members of the local chapter of F.B.L.A. FBLA is the premier organization for students preparing for careers in business. It is the largest student business organization in the world with a quarter of a million members. FBLA prepares students for “real-world” professional experiences. Members gain the competitive edge for college and career success. FBLA membership provides: Leadership development & achievement Travel opportunities Challenging competitions Scholarships, prizes, and awards Informative publications Certification opportunities Community service experience

14. Internship Experience Academy students are encouraged to gain valuable real-world experiences through work or intern experience during their senior year. Internships will be available in the Deptford Township School District and will other local businesses.

15. Business Education Faculty Mr. C. Scheeper —Dept. Head—Business Ed. Mr. P. Landis— Business Education Mr. B. Hennis– Business Education

16. For more information/Next Steps Contact your guidance counselor or any of the DTHS Business Education teachers Grab a brochure Visit the high school or district web site Fill out an application and turn in to guidance by Feb. 20 DTHS—Career & Technical Education “Learning that works”