Students interested in the program must submit a portfolio or audition as part of their enrollment application. PCCA courses are taught by practicing professional artists. Each day, students attend four college preparatory academic classes and three arts classes. The magnet program prepares students for careers in business, finance technology, and computer networking. Areas of study include business management and entrepreneurship, international business, information services and management, finance, networking, PC support, digital publishing, and web design and Internet services.
Students work closely with business partners, participating in career shadowing and internships.
Workshops, shadowing of business and career professionals, and internships or exploratory teaching experiences are a major part of the program. The magnet includes opportunities for duel enrollment in college-credit courses, advanced placement, and college testing preparatory courses. St. Petersburg Times. All rights reserved.