The goal of the Academy program is to provide students with real-life experiences in preparation of a career of their choice. Ideally, the student will have a chance to work on a project which is mutually beneficial for both the student and the sponsoring organization. The culmination of the Academy program is a senior project presentation with written research and oral components before a panel of teachers and community members.
Seniors enroll in their internship for one or two semesters during the fall semester.
This is the equivalent time for a one semester class. After becoming familiar with the workplace, it is hoped that the student will work on a project that is mutually beneficial for both the intern and sponsor. In this way the intern becomes more involved, develops career-related skills, and understands the many facets of their selected career. During the course of their internships, students are required to maintain a time log, signed by their sponsor, and a journal that reflects on various aspects of their potential career. These are to be turned in at the beginning of each month at a mandatory lunch meeting.