Academy of Biotechnology
The Academy of Biotechnology, at McKinley Technology High School is a four-course program which prepares students in the emerging and in-demand career fields of biotechnology such as agricultural, medical, regulatory, and forensics. In the classroom, students use sophisticated laboratory equipment, perform statistical analysis, and practice quality-control techniques. Outside of the classroom, students go on exciting site visits such as the DC Department of Forensic Science and attend a live thoracic surgery at GW Hospital.
For more information on the Academy points of contact, see the McKinley Tech High School page.
For more information on the Academy’s program of study, see Biotechnology.
Academy of Health Sciences
The Academy of Health Sciences, located at Coolidge High School, Eastern High School, and Jackson-Reed High School, develops a pipeline of students prepared to pursue health-related degrees and professions in one of the fastest growing sectors of the economy. The Project Lead the Way Biomedical Science curriculum provides students with activities like practicing suturing and constructing body structures from clay. The program empowers students to build knowledge and skills in biomedical science, as well as in-demand, transportable skills like problem solving, critical and creative thinking, communication, and collaboration. Work-based learning includes internships with Georgetown MedStar Hospital, Children’s National Medical Center, and the Emergency Preparedness Program.
For more information on each Academy’s point of contact, see the High School Pages.
For more information on the Academy’s Program of Study, see Biomedical Science (PLTW).
Academy of Automotive Service & Repair
The Academy of Automotive Service & Repair (Auto Tech) at Ballou High School gives students knowledge of the major automotive systems and the principles of diagnosing and servicing these systems. With a hands-on curriculum, rigorous classroom learning, and the opportunity to earn the ASE industry certification, the program prepares students for a varied automotive industry that requires skills in math, science, communications, and technical abilities. After four years of coursework, students will be prepared for growing careers in the automotive repair industry, which is expected to have a 30 percent growth rate through 2020.
For more information on the Academy points of contact, see the Ballou High School Page.
For more information on the Academy’s program of study, see Automotive Technology.