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The Academy of Communications Arts and Design offers a rigorous college and career preparatory, integrated curriculum that links the core academic subjects to information technology and design content in order to reinforce student interest and foster learning.
ACAD students will receive classroom and work-based learning experiences through
standards-based state curriculum developed by leaders in the communications field. An on-campus, state-of-the-art print shop and design lab will afford students the opportunity to apply their academic knowledge in a real-world setting. Partnerships with local printers, magazines, and newspapers will provide students with real-world expertise and ample opportunity for hands-on learning through mentoring and internships.
Why an Academy of Communication Arts & Design?
The Graphic Communications industry is made up of more than 1.5 million people at
more than 80,000 companies, generating more than $200 billion each year. In the U.S.
Government’s classification of 20 major industries, printing and publishing ranks first in the number of business establishments, with more than 55,000 firms. These businesses include printers and publishers of all kinds. In addition, the graphic communications industry includes an estimated 45,000 in-plant operations run by large companies and institutions such as schools and government agencies.
- Mission and Vision
- Goals and Objectives
- Benefits of Magnet Student
Vision
The Academy of Communications Art and design provides rigious and engaging education and assures student success through creative inquiry and community, regional, and global partnerships.
Mission
To achieve academic excellence through teaching, research, creative inquiry and student engagement.
To achieve excellence in the student experience and prepare individuals for a life of success, leadership, and responsibility through community awareness, engagement, and service to others.
To achieve recognition as a leader in community development, regional economic development, and public-private partnerships.
Values
Goals
•Develop and expand opportunities for all students
•Develop, promote and reward performance and achievement.
•Encourage, expand, and enhance partnerships with community entities.
•Promote operational excellence, develop business intelligence, and apply innovative business practices through the use of technology.
Beneifits for Students
Magnets offer special curricula, such as math-science or performing arts programs, or special instructional approaches, such as academic achievement through application of Gardner's learning styles.
Magnet schools have specialized programs emphasizing a consistent theme or method of teaching, facilitating students’ and teachers’ commitment to the school. This helps students at Magnet schools surpass the achievement they would have made at their zoned schools.