Foothill Technology High School
Proudly Presents

The FTHS Communications Academy, 2007

Sophomores or juniors with a passion for or interest in the career areas of Design & Production or Performance are welcome to join the FTHS Communications Academy (Overview PowerPoint Presentation).

Communications Academy students will:

• demonstrate a depth of study by enrolling and successfully completing a series of courses (minimum of 60 credits) in their specific strand of interest (Strand Tracking Form),
• perform at a high level of academic achievement (3.0 GPA with 10 credits or less at C-level) in their strand of interest,
• participate in a variety of career-relevant experiences (field trips, guest speakers, job shadows, internships) and authentic assessments (portfolios, competitions, shows, displays and certifications),
• and complete a future goals and reflection paper.

The process starts with attendance at a General Information Meeting and completion of a Statement of Intent.

Academy mentors will meet with each student to review transcripts and create an academic plan that addresses graduation and A-G requirements in addition to Communications Academy strand coursework.

Qualified seniors earn a Certificate (60-65 credits), Certificate with Merit (70-85 credits) or Certificate with Distinction (90+ credits) at Senior Awards Night; a Communications Academy pin/cords (TBA) at graduation; and notation of academy completion on their high school transcripts.

Strand coursework includes, but is not limited to: