While the 1998-99 focus is on the 9th grade, the plan calls for extending the academies to include 10th grade in fall 1999. Students receive academic credits for science, health, language arts, and social studies. Those capable of doing honors work have the option of fulfilling the requirement via a separate honors contract. A Personalized Learning Plan is the tool used to identify goals and achievement strategies. Students, parents, and the academy teacher establish and revise each PLP throughout the year.
Teachers schedule a common time for collaboration and curriculum integration.