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The Academies at Lancaster High School
What is a Career Academy?
Career academies are designed to prepare students for both college and careers. They are schools within schools that link students with peers, teachers, and community partners in a structured environment that fosters academic success*.
3 Primary elements of LHS career academies
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- A small learning community (SLC)
- A college-prep sequential curriculum with a career theme
- A community advisory board that forges partnerships with employers, higher education, and the community
*Source: NCAC: National Standards of Practice for Career Academies (2021)
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Academy Application - Class of 2027
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Steps to Apply
Be certain to ask questions during presentations in Freshmen Foundations
Attend Academy Information Night
- January 25, 2024 6:30pm - Parents and students encouraged to attend (not required)
Complete the Application
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- All academies (except PLTW)
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- PLTW applicants ONLY (includes current DDP students)
Verify all steps are complete
- Deadline February 9th at 3pm
- Review all items in your first choice academy Google Classroom
Timeline
January 22nd-25th, 2024
- Ask questions during presentations in Freshmen Foundations
Thursday, January 25th, 2024
- Attend Academy Information Night
- Applications Open
January 25th-Feb 9th
- Complete the online application
- Follow academy-specific directions.
- Request teacher recommendations
Friday, February 9th, 2024 3pm
- Deadline for all application parts
- Final day to request teacher recommendations
Friday, March 1st, 2024
- Acceptance Decisions
Academy Program Details (click icon)
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Academy of Finance
Academy of Finance
NAF is a national network of over 120,000 students and solves some of the biggest challenges facing education by bringing education, business, and community leaders together to increase student success. The LHSAOF has earned NAF’s highest level of recognition each year since 2011 as a distinguished academy.
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Academy of Hospitality & Tourism
Academy of Hospitality and Tourism
AOHT concentrates on equipping students for the hospitality industry.
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Academy of the Visual and Performing Arts
Academy of the Visual and Performing Arts
The mission of the Lancaster Academy of the Visual and Performing Arts is to provide our students with a solid foundation in the arts through a sequence of academic courses, career exploration opportunities and inspiring interactions with fellow students, faculty and professional artists.
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Healthcare Academy
Healthcare Academy
The Healthcare Academy is for students interested in exploring health-related careers. Students visit health care facilities, host various health professionals, and discuss current trends. It is the perfect opportunity to get a head start in the competitive and rewarding health care field.
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Lancaster Leadership Academy
Lancaster Leadership Academy
The Lancaster Leadership Academy provides students with coursework and other educational experiences to enhance their leadership skills. These experiences enable them to become highly successful in college, in their chosen career and in future community involvement.
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Lancaster Trades Academy
Lancaster Trades Academy
The Lancaster Skilled Trades Academy is designed to offer practical experience with a focus on acquiring both the soft and technical skills for entry-level employment in the manufacturing and construction fields.
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Project Lead The Way
Project Lead the Way
Project Lead The Way is a national initiative to prepare high school students for a future in the exciting and ever-changing world of Technology and Engineering Technologies. When you take a PLTW class you work with hundreds of LHS classmates, plus thousands of others from all 50 states.
Academy Student Outcomes
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One of the many great opportunities at Lancaster High School is membership in one of its career academies.
Academy Student Outcomes:
- Greater college and career readiness.
- Stronger career interests and direction.
- Positive relationships with peers and teachers.
- Numerous work-based experiences.
- Leadership & Interpersonal Skills.
- College credit and industry certifications.
- Meaningful connections within the community.
Freshmen families are strongly encouraged to attend Academy Information Night in January.