Students receive instruction in botany, plant production, floral design, retail management, landscape design, installation and maintenance. The Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Academy, sponsored by the Pennsylvania Convention Center Authority, offers an academic curriculum enhanced by training for employment opportunities in the hotel industry, food service and management, travel planning and related enterprises. Students will be provided with an understanding of web design, business applications and networking concepts. Additionally, students will be exposed to the work environments of technology companies through work shadowing experiences, field trips to business locations, and part-time employment. The Law Academy prepares students for careers in the legal, law enforcement and public service and safety professions.
Emphasis is on college or other post-high school studies in the interest of career advancement.
The program offers numerous incentive activities, including guest speakers, field trips and internships with city, federal and legal institutions. The Middle Grades program is designed to expose 5th - 8th grade students to issues and experiences that will help prepare them for high school, college and careers. Numerous high school, business and community partners host tours, speak at career fairs and in panel discussions, and facilitate interactive activities that introduce students to business concepts and skills. By encouraging students to set their own educational and career goals, the program helps students stay on track and make a smooth transition to high school. The Academy will provide students with a background in music theory, basic design and theater skills.