Academies
Below are the Academies and Programs that are available in Onslow County Schools. These programs have Open and Controlled Enrollment Requirements. Please read the Controlled an Cross Enrollment High School PDF below for more information.
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Dixon High School
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Jacksonville High School
Academy of Culinary Arts, Education and Sports (ACES)
The Academy of Culinary Arts, Education, and Sports is a smaller learning community for students interested in careers in the food industry, education and/or sports. The Foods program prepares students who are interested in all aspects of the food service industry, from serving food to creating their own culinary masterpieces. The Education program focuses on working with children of all ages, from the daycare setting all the way through teaching in the upper levels. The Sports program is for students who are interested in pursuing a career in any field related to sports, recreation, or even sports marketing.
Creative and Performing Arts Academy (CAPAA)
The Creative and Performing Arts Academy will serve those students interested in pursuing careers where the study of dance, journalism, music, theater art and visual art will assist in college preparation. Students will be expected to follow a rigorous course structure beginning preferably in the 9th grade year.
Health Sciences Academy
he Health Sciences Academy is a small learning community for students interested in a field such as medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, radiologic technology or nursing. The Health Sciences Academy will help develop healthcare professionals for an industry short on workers through a four-year high school curriculum that provides courses of study for students who plan to pursue health-related careers. Students will have the opportunity to gain real-life experiences through participation in off-campus student medical internships and shadowing.
Information Technology and Engineering Academy (ITEA)
The Information Technology and Engineering Academy (ITEA) is a smaller learning community that is dedicated to students who are interested in careers associated with Business, Construction, Engineering, and Information Technology. ITEA is a multi-year, specialized Program of Study available to students at Jacksonville High School. This academy will consist of students who will have the same focus and direction for the next three years, which will combine a college-preparatory focus with a career theme. Students will have the opportunity to take classes in Computer Applications, Construction, Drafting, Computer Programming, and Business. The vision of the academy will be around the concepts of COLLABORATION, COOPERATION, COMMUNICATION, and COMMUNITY. These ideals will allow students to FOUR SEE THEIR FUTURE, and provide students with the necessary skills to be successful in the 21st century.
The Academy of Culinary Arts, Education, and Sports is a smaller learning community for students interested in careers in the food industry, education and/or sports. The Foods program prepares students who are interested in all aspects of the food service industry, from serving food to creating their own culinary masterpieces. The Education program focuses on working with children of all ages, from the daycare setting all the way through teaching in the upper levels. The Sports program is for students who are interested in pursuing a career in any field related to sports, recreation, or even sports marketing.
Creative and Performing Arts Academy (CAPAA)
The Creative and Performing Arts Academy will serve those students interested in pursuing careers where the study of dance, journalism, music, theater art and visual art will assist in college preparation. Students will be expected to follow a rigorous course structure beginning preferably in the 9th grade year.
Health Sciences Academy
he Health Sciences Academy is a small learning community for students interested in a field such as medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, radiologic technology or nursing. The Health Sciences Academy will help develop healthcare professionals for an industry short on workers through a four-year high school curriculum that provides courses of study for students who plan to pursue health-related careers. Students will have the opportunity to gain real-life experiences through participation in off-campus student medical internships and shadowing.
Information Technology and Engineering Academy (ITEA)
The Information Technology and Engineering Academy (ITEA) is a smaller learning community that is dedicated to students who are interested in careers associated with Business, Construction, Engineering, and Information Technology. ITEA is a multi-year, specialized Program of Study available to students at Jacksonville High School. This academy will consist of students who will have the same focus and direction for the next three years, which will combine a college-preparatory focus with a career theme. Students will have the opportunity to take classes in Computer Applications, Construction, Drafting, Computer Programming, and Business. The vision of the academy will be around the concepts of COLLABORATION, COOPERATION, COMMUNICATION, and COMMUNITY. These ideals will allow students to FOUR SEE THEIR FUTURE, and provide students with the necessary skills to be successful in the 21st century.
Northside High School
Arts Academy
The Arts Academy aspires to give students several creative outlets throughout their high school career while also preparing those interested in pursuing a career in the arts for college level courses. Students will be expected to follow a rigorous course structure beginning their freshmen year. Areas of focus include visual arts, music (band, chorus, and orchestra), and dance.
Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC)
The AFJROTC program educates and trains high school cadets in citizenship, promotes community service, instills responsibility, character, and self-discipline, and provides instruction in air and space fundamentals. The program is grounded in the Air Force core values of integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. The curriculum emphasizes the Air Force heritage and traditions, the development of flight, applied flight sciences, military aerospace policies, and space exploration.
Public Services Academy
This academy provides the foundation for students interested in Early Childhood Education and/or the teaching profession.
Information Technology, A/V Technology and Communications Academy
This small learning community provides students the opportunity to obtain the following certifications: MOS, Adobe Certified Associate for Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator, DreamWeaver, and Premier Pro.
Health Science/Sports Academy
This academy is a small learning community for students interested in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, nursing, or physical therapy. Completion of this academy offers the opportunity to become certified in American Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED, and Vision Screening Certification.
The Arts Academy aspires to give students several creative outlets throughout their high school career while also preparing those interested in pursuing a career in the arts for college level courses. Students will be expected to follow a rigorous course structure beginning their freshmen year. Areas of focus include visual arts, music (band, chorus, and orchestra), and dance.
Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC)
The AFJROTC program educates and trains high school cadets in citizenship, promotes community service, instills responsibility, character, and self-discipline, and provides instruction in air and space fundamentals. The program is grounded in the Air Force core values of integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. The curriculum emphasizes the Air Force heritage and traditions, the development of flight, applied flight sciences, military aerospace policies, and space exploration.
Public Services Academy
This academy provides the foundation for students interested in Early Childhood Education and/or the teaching profession.
Information Technology, A/V Technology and Communications Academy
This small learning community provides students the opportunity to obtain the following certifications: MOS, Adobe Certified Associate for Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator, DreamWeaver, and Premier Pro.
Health Science/Sports Academy
This academy is a small learning community for students interested in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, nursing, or physical therapy. Completion of this academy offers the opportunity to become certified in American Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED, and Vision Screening Certification.
Richlands High School
Engineering Academy
The Engineering Academy is a structured program that is designed to provide students with an advanced and rigorous curriculum in science, math and technology that will prepare them for further study and careers in engineering. The curriculum will serve as excellent preparation for the study of advanced pre-engineering college mathematics and sciences.
The Engineering Academy is a structured program that is designed to provide students with an advanced and rigorous curriculum in science, math and technology that will prepare them for further study and careers in engineering. The curriculum will serve as excellent preparation for the study of advanced pre-engineering college mathematics and sciences.
Southwest High School
Public Safety Academy
The objective of this academy is to train and prepare our students for a career in Emergency Services. This academy’s approach is to offer, two career options in Emergency Services. We will offer the students a choice in Fire protection (firefighter) or a career as a pre-hospital provider at the EMT-basic level. The academy will recruit for this program from the middle schools that feed into Southwest High school as well as offering this program for student who wish to travel to Southwest to attend this program. Prior to completion of the EMT I students will receive certification in CPR for Health Care Providers (American Heart Association) and ICS Courses (FEMA). Upon successfully completing EMT I and EMT II, along with the technical scopeation to come soon.
The objective of this academy is to train and prepare our students for a career in Emergency Services. This academy’s approach is to offer, two career options in Emergency Services. We will offer the students a choice in Fire protection (firefighter) or a career as a pre-hospital provider at the EMT-basic level. The academy will recruit for this program from the middle schools that feed into Southwest High school as well as offering this program for student who wish to travel to Southwest to attend this program. Prior to completion of the EMT I students will receive certification in CPR for Health Care Providers (American Heart Association) and ICS Courses (FEMA). Upon successfully completing EMT I and EMT II, along with the technical scopeation to come soon.
Swansboro High School
Business and Culinary Arts Academy
The Business and Culinary Arts Academy is a small learning community that serves students interested in business management, entrepreneurship, marketing, travel and tourism, computer occupations, and culinary fields (restaurant ownership, chef, etc.).
Education and Human Services Academy
The Education and Public Services Academy is a small learning community for students interested in careers such as teachers, daycare workers, social workers, psychology or counseling, as well as fields that require foreign language skills or a study of social sciences.
Health Sciences Academy
The Health Sciences Academy is a small learning community for students interested in a field such as medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, radiologic technology or nursing. The Health Sciences Academy will help develop healthcare professionals for an industry short on workers through a four-year high school curriculum that provides courses of study for students who plan to pursue health-related careers. Students will have the opportunity to gain real-life experiences through participation in off-campus student medical internships and shadowing.
Science, Trades, Engineering & Math Academy
This academy is a small learning academy for students interested in careers that require a strong foundation in math and science such as engineering or construction trades. The academy also serves students interested in architecture, drafting, interior design, and scientific visualization
The Business and Culinary Arts Academy is a small learning community that serves students interested in business management, entrepreneurship, marketing, travel and tourism, computer occupations, and culinary fields (restaurant ownership, chef, etc.).
Education and Human Services Academy
The Education and Public Services Academy is a small learning community for students interested in careers such as teachers, daycare workers, social workers, psychology or counseling, as well as fields that require foreign language skills or a study of social sciences.
Health Sciences Academy
The Health Sciences Academy is a small learning community for students interested in a field such as medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, radiologic technology or nursing. The Health Sciences Academy will help develop healthcare professionals for an industry short on workers through a four-year high school curriculum that provides courses of study for students who plan to pursue health-related careers. Students will have the opportunity to gain real-life experiences through participation in off-campus student medical internships and shadowing.
Science, Trades, Engineering & Math Academy
This academy is a small learning academy for students interested in careers that require a strong foundation in math and science such as engineering or construction trades. The academy also serves students interested in architecture, drafting, interior design, and scientific visualization
White Oak High School
Arts Academy
The Arts Academy introduces students to careers in the area of visual arts, performing arts and theatrical arts. Students will be grouped with other students with a similar interest in career related to the arts education. Courses are set up to help the student learn about his/her specific career interest. A very specific arts concentration course of study will be developed for each student upon acceptance.
Health and Health Sciences Academy (HAHSA) Sports Medicine/Athletic Trainer
The HAHSA will expose students to avocations they can explore dealing with sports, exercise, medicine, marketing and the human body. Students will be provided opportunities to hone their physical potential while learning the scientific methodology and relevance of their activities. Students will also be given opportunities to earn American Red Cross certification in CPR/First Aid/AED. Furthermore, this academy will prepare students for the successful completion of further certifications in Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). It will also, provide students with the knowledge for entrance into the college program of Athletic Trainer-Certified (ATC).
Humanities Academy
The Humanities Academy is dedicated to developing informed and active citizens and to prepare them for careers in law enforcement, public service, education, journalism, international studies and family and consumer science. This academy will provide the necessary knowledge, skills and credentials for students’ success in post-secondary studies. We also strive to provide a structure that will create successful and productive citizens in the 21st century.
Technology Academy
The Technology Academy will prepare students to effectively communicate, apply scientific principles and mathematical knowledge to give them the opportunity to develop critical thinking and technical skills to be successful in today’s 21st Century global economy. Students will be able to choose from a wide variety of majors to prepare them for future math and science-related careers, as well as focusing on the practical application of mathematical and scientific principles as they relate to agriculture, construction and engineering.
The Arts Academy introduces students to careers in the area of visual arts, performing arts and theatrical arts. Students will be grouped with other students with a similar interest in career related to the arts education. Courses are set up to help the student learn about his/her specific career interest. A very specific arts concentration course of study will be developed for each student upon acceptance.
Health and Health Sciences Academy (HAHSA) Sports Medicine/Athletic Trainer
The HAHSA will expose students to avocations they can explore dealing with sports, exercise, medicine, marketing and the human body. Students will be provided opportunities to hone their physical potential while learning the scientific methodology and relevance of their activities. Students will also be given opportunities to earn American Red Cross certification in CPR/First Aid/AED. Furthermore, this academy will prepare students for the successful completion of further certifications in Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). It will also, provide students with the knowledge for entrance into the college program of Athletic Trainer-Certified (ATC).
Humanities Academy
The Humanities Academy is dedicated to developing informed and active citizens and to prepare them for careers in law enforcement, public service, education, journalism, international studies and family and consumer science. This academy will provide the necessary knowledge, skills and credentials for students’ success in post-secondary studies. We also strive to provide a structure that will create successful and productive citizens in the 21st century.
Technology Academy
The Technology Academy will prepare students to effectively communicate, apply scientific principles and mathematical knowledge to give them the opportunity to develop critical thinking and technical skills to be successful in today’s 21st Century global economy. Students will be able to choose from a wide variety of majors to prepare them for future math and science-related careers, as well as focusing on the practical application of mathematical and scientific principles as they relate to agriculture, construction and engineering.