Advance21 Presentation
- 1. Advance21 Proposal Developing Technologically Advanced Students
- 2. Mission & Vision MISSION: To provide students with high-quality interdisciplinary learning experiences that challenge them academically by developing their problem- solving, critical thinking, and communication skills needed for digital careers. VISION: As described in the overall mission of the Advance21, the purpose of education is to prepare students to be productive and successful members of a global society. Advance21 believes that technology is a valuable resource to enhance learning, stimulate the academic environment and aide in developing challenging curriculum that is student‐centered and focused on inquiry, interdisciplinary, and project‐based learning. Integrating technology into the curriculum and its delivery aligns practices and methods with industry standards and builds a strong foundation of essential career skills necessary for today’s economy. By building strong local partnerships with businesses and higher education, Advance21 encourages and prepares students for success in college and professional careers in fields such as business, engineering, and technology. Developing Technologically Advanced Students
- 3. Technology Goals The goal of the Advance21 is to become the top producer of the most technologically advanced students in the state of North Carolina. To accomplish this goal, Advance21 will strive to provide every student with a comprehensive education and prepare all students to function effectively in the society in which they live. • To meet and/or exceed the Educational •To continue to support and maintain an Technology Standards & Expectations defined by infrastructure that can support the current and the North Carolina Department of Public growing technological needs of the Advance21 and Instruction and the International Standards for its users. Technology in Education. •To maintain a quality of service that is transparent • To improve academic achievement and learning in its operation, providing the needed support and through the use of technology. resources to Advance21’s teachers, students, and technology.To use assessment tools that measure • To provide parents, students, and the community technology utilization and literacy of both with technology resources that promotes Advance21’s students and their instructors in involvement in Advance21. developing best practices and improving instruction. • To develop and deliver training and support to instructional staff that ensures the most effective integration of technology into the classroom. Developing Technologically Advanced Students
- 4. 9th Grade Courses Science Visual I (SciVis I 8006) This state-of -the-art course introduces students to the use of complex graphic tools. Emphasis is placed on the use of these tools to understand better technical, mathematical and/or scientific concepts. Emphasis is placed on the use of complex graphic tools to better understand a given mathematics, and/or scientific concept. Science Visual II (SciVis II 8007) Students design and develop increasingly complex data and concept driven visualization models. Focusing on scientific and technical concepts, students learn how to communicate and analyze phenomena using statistical, graphic, and conceptual visualization computer applications. Developing Technologically Advanced Students
- 5. 10th Grade Courses Computer Engineering I (CET I 7991) This course introduces the essential competencies for an entry-level PC service technician. This course focuses on the CompTIA A+ Essentials exam objectives. Students demonstrate basic knowledge of installing, configuring, upgrading, troubleshooting, and repairing microcomputer systems including hardware and software. Computer Engineering II (CET II 7992) This course provides the competencies for an entry-level I.T. technician. This course focuses on the CompTIA A+ I.T. Technicians exam objectives. Students demonstrate knowledge of troubleshooting, upgrading, and maintaining computer systems including soft-skills needed for working with customers. Developing Technologically Advanced Students
- 6. Rising 11th Grade Summer Internship Community-Based Learning Experience The rising 11th graders will support the technology team of GCS for a 25-40 hour summer community-based learning experience. Developing Technologically Advanced Students
- 7. 11th Grade Courses Networking I (NET I 7980) This course provides a hands-on introduction to networking and the Internet using tools and hardware commonly found in home and small business environments. Content includes personal computer hardware and operating systems, connection to networks and to the Internet through an ISP, network addressing, network services, wireless technologies, basic security, and troubleshooting networks. Developing Technologically Advanced Students
- 8. 11th Grade Courses Game Art Design (GAD I 8221) This course introduces students to techniques used in the electronic game industry. Students will focus on the principles used in game design including mathematical and virtual modeling. Emphasis is placed on areas related to art, history, ethics, plot development, storyboarding, programming, 2D visual theory, and interactive play technologies. Advanced Game Art Design (GAD II 8222) This course is a continuation in the study of game design and interactivity. Emphasis is placed on visual design, evaluating, scripting and networking protocols, and legal issues as well as 3D visual theory. Students compile a game portfolio. Advanced topics include the use of audio and visual effects, rendering, modeling, and animation techniques. Developing Technologically Advanced Students
- 9. 12th Grade Internship Work-Based Learning Experience The Grade 12 business partnership is an opportunity for our prospective graduates to gain hands on experience as a means of acquiring technology skills recognized by today’s major industries. Developing Technologically Advanced Students
- 10. Admission & Participation Requirements Admission Requirements •Completed Application •Academic, Attendance, & Discipline Records for 8th Grade •2 Current Teacher Recommendations •Interview by Program Director Participation Requirements •Advance21 Electronic Portfolio •25 hours per summer of community-based learning for rising 11th graders •25 hours per semester of work-based learning during the 12th grade year •Wear the Advance21 polo every Wednesday •Maintain a 2.7 (C) overall GPA and 3.0 (B) in Advance21 courses •Attendance of Advance21 monthly meetings Students may be subject to probation or dismissal for: insufficient grades, excessive absences, disciplinary issues, failure to complete work-based & community-based learning hours. Developing Technologically Advanced Students
- 11. Marketing & Recruitment January • Middle School Visits to Northern Granville & Marry Potter Middle Schools February • Students complete and return application & necessary documentation by February 18th March • Students will be notified of their selection during the week of February 25th. • Interviews will be conducted during the week of March 5th. Developing Technologically Advanced Students
- 12. Application Basic Information Student Interest Piece Teacher Recommendation Developing Technologically Advanced Students
- 13. Odds & Ends • Preferential participation will be provided to students enrolled in J. F. Webb High School • Upperclassmen who have met the course requirements will be permitted to participate by invitation of Advance21’s director & instructors Developing Technologically Advanced Students