Academy Basics
What are the four main academies at New Britain High School?
Public Service, Health, Manufacturing/Engineering/Technology (MET), and Business/Finance/Culinary
What does PLTW stand for in the Health Academy?
Project Lead The Way
Name two of the four pathways in the Business Academy.
Any two of the following: Marketing, Management, Accounting & Finance, or Computer Science
How many different pathways does the MET Academy offer?
Five pathways (Automotive, Engineering, Construction, Manufacturing, and Graphics Design and Communications)
What is the location of the Work-Based Learning office?
Room 243, in the media center
Which academy focuses on careers in teaching and working with children?
Academy of Public Service
Name one college credit course offered in the Health Academy.
Either UConn ECE Intro To Allied Health Professions or UConn ECE Medical Terminology
What club helps you learn about business and interact with business leaders?
FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America)
Which pathway includes courses like Website Design and Video Production?
Graphics Design and Communications
Name two services the Work-Based Learning team provides.
Any two of the following: Resume Writing, Workshops on Essential Skills, Academy Pathways information, Field Trips, Guest Speakers, Job Shadows, or Internships
True or False: You can join an academy without filling out an application.
False - all students interested in joining must complete an application
What is HOSA
HOSA is a club at NBHS and it is career and technical student organization for students planning to pursue health professions
What does FCCLA stand for?
Family, Career and Community Leaders of America
Name two courses you can take in the Engineering pathway.
Any two of the following: Engineering Essentials, Introduction To Engineering Design, Computer Integrated Manufacturing, AP Physics, Manufacturing 1, Residential Construction, or Automotive 1
Who is the Academies School Counselor
Mr. Clark
Name two of the three requirements to be part of an academy.
Any two of the following: (1) Fill out the application in PowerSchool, (2) Take an academies elective within a year of applying, (3) Meet with the academies school counselor to establish a pathway
How many courses are in the PLTW Biomedical Science pathway?
7
What is VITA and what does it help the community with?
VITA is a compensated internship that provides FREE tax return preparation assistance to community members with low income, disabilities, non-English speakers, and elderly individuals
What college credit course is offered in multiple MET pathways?
Manufacturing 1 or Engineering Essentials (both are offered in multiple pathways)
What are the office hours for the Work-Based Learning team?
Monday-Friday 7:30am-2:15pm (School Hours)
What is the name of the work-based learning program that helps with internship placement and support?
ReadyCT
What does CNA stand for?
CNA stands for Certified Nursing Assistant
Name two scholarships available to academy students.
Any two of the following: Traveler's Edge, CTCPA, Canes Corner Scholarship, Academy Scholarship, or ProStart Scholarship
Which course appears in ALL five MET pathways?
Automotive 1
What is ReadyCT?
A program that provides career preparation, work-based readiness, iPass, and internship placement and support