Conclusions Sustaining the three key components that distinguish career academies is vital. This requires effort and commitment from teachers, administrators, employers, and students. Successful career academies vary in order to adapt to local needs and circumstances . Academies successfully keep students in school . Enrollment is voluntary, and student choice may be influenced by peers, teachers, and families.
Academies improve the chances of graduating by improving attendance and credit accumulation.
Academy teachers are satisfied with the quality of their worklife. Although they are similar to other high school teachers in background and work experience, their perception of the work environment is shaped by the distinctive conditions of the academy. Academies that have a cohesive culture are most effective. Policy and Practice Implications Academies should not be expected to solve all the problems of high schools . They have proven to be an effective means of enhancing the engagement in learning and chances of graduation for students at high risk of dropping out.