PROGRAMS - ACADEMIES

Cambridge (will be phased out by 2010)
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.

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.

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