This academy helps students prepare for their life after high school, whether that is college or a career. Early College offers rigorous classes that prepares students for their first year of college, and students have opportunities to earn college credit while attending high school. This academy also coordinates community college classes. Students may take classes for Career and Technical certifications, and students may also earn credit toward an associates degree.

Students who are part of the Early College Academy begin their high school journey by creating an academic plan, and they monitor this plan with an Early College Counselor. Students have frequent grade checks and work with mentors throughout the school and community.

Science and Technology Academy

The mission is to encourage inquisitive thinking in students and toincorporate 21st century technologies into everyday teaching. Students learn to follow the scientific method to solve problems in all of their classes. Through this endeavor, they enhance their thinking and reasoning. Students become skilled at finding, using and creating digital information; in other

words, students in the Science and Technology academy are digitally literate. The Science and Technology Academy is forging partnerships with various organizations across the metro area to create opportunities for students to experience science and various scientific career paths.

The Arts Academy

Students in the Arts Academy use creative approaches to learning through the imagination. The Arts Academy offers core classes in all subject areas while encouraging a respect for cultural and aesthetic exploration. Students learn how to solve problems across all subjects. The Arts Academy blends academics, the arts, technology, and service learning. Students have the opportunity to study visual art, drama, dance, music andcreative writing. Through technology, they connect with other students and artists with similar interests throughout the world. The Arts Academy

focuses on:

·       Academic skills;

·       Critical thinking and social skills;

·       Comprehensive projects and lessons.

International Baccalaureate (IB) Academy

ACHS offers two IB programs. The Middle Years Programme (MYP) is a continuation for students from middle school IB programs, and it serves students in grades 9-10. The Diploma Programme (DP) is for students in grades 11 and 12. Students who select IB receive a well-rounded high school education, including rigorous academics, opportunities for service learning, and exposure to a global curriculum.

Students are challenged to think about their own education and how they will apply their knowledge after completing high school. All IB students will be eligible to receive college credit upon successful completion of the DP.

If you have additional questions about open enrollment or the academies, please contact the Adams City High School academy coordinators office at 303.853.7842.