Cambridge
Academy Head: Mr. Brian Beaubien
Brian_H_Beaubien@mcpsmd.org
301-929-2160

Students will follow an academically challenging course of study in four major fields: Languages, Science, Humanities, and Mathematics leading to two diplomas, issued by Cambridge University in Great Britain. The first diploma earned in the sophomore year is the International Certificate of Education (ICE). The second diploma earned in the senior year is the Advanced International Certificate of Education.

Leadership Training Institute (LTI)
 Program Coordinator: Ms. Rachel Bolling
Rachel_C_Bolling@mcpsmd.org
301-962-5930

Students will pursue rigorous curricula emphasizing experiential learning, community service projects and leadership theory and application. They will be prepared for successful decision-making in their scholastic and professional careers. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary-curricula, leadership training, group decision-making, problem solving, community service, and role modeling. *All students in the Downcounty Consortium may apply to this program.

MediaCom: Multimedia & Telecommunications
Academy Head: Ms. Joanna Greer
Joanna_G_ Greer@mcpsmd.org
301-929-2160

Students will participate in a wide variety of academically rigorous multi media opportunities such as web page design, which will prepare them for college or career. Students will be required to complete the academy courses, one of which must be an AP class. They will also participate in an internship during their junior/senior summer or senior year.

Tri-M: Medical Careers, Sports Medicine and Sports Management
 Academy Head: Ms. Rita Boule
Rita_J_Boule@mcpsmd.org
301-929-2160

Students will participate in a wide variety of academically rigorous sports medicine and management opportunities that will prepare them for college or career. Students will be required to complete the academy courses, one of which will earn college credit through Montgomery College, and to take at least one AP class. They will also participate in an internship during their junior/senior summer or senior year.

College Institute
Academy Head: Ms. Juanita Goudy
Juanita_Goudy@mcpsmd.org
301-962-5925

Students will gain college skills and earn college credits by taking college courses during the regular school day. The College Institue extends opportunities beyond AP level and students can earn up to 30 college credits within the confines of their high school. These credits may be applied towards a Montgomery College degree and/or be applied to any receiving school.

Special Program: Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC)

Program Coordinator: Capt. Leonard Greig
Leonard_C_Greig@mcpsmd.org
301-962-5933

The curriculum is divided into academic studies and leadership development. Academics introduce the historical, scientific, and technical aspects specific to each service. Leadership development concentrates on cadet corps activities, drill and ceremonies, improving study habits and time management skills, developing effective communication skills, and learning sound problem-solving techniques. *Available only to students attending Kennedy High School.

Educational Foundation coming soon!...

OTHER CONTACTS:
ACADEMY COORDINATOR – Dawn Gibbons
Dawn_R_Gibbons@mcpsmd.org - 301-962-5909