PURPOSE:
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The CFISD STEM Academy for Automation, Robotics, & Computer Science (ARC) will provide students a rigorous educational experience focused on the growing fields of automation, robotics and computer science. Students will have access to courses and equipment that are unique to this academy.
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HIGH SCHOOL OPPORTUNITIES
- Students will earn their STEM endorsement by completing blocked Computer Science and Engineering courses only offered in this academy.
- Students will access Chemistry one year earlier than students not in this academy.
- Students will have access to industry standard equipment available only in this academy.
- Much of the coursework will be K level, including multiple opportunities for college credit (AP and/or dual).
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BEYOND HIGH SCHOOL
Students will be prepared to continue training/education for careers such as:
- Mechanical or Electrical Engineer
- Software Engineer
- Hardware Engineer
- Computer Programmer
- AutoCAD Drafter
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Students must have completed Algebra I in middle school and it is recommended to have also completed Principles of Applied Engineering and/or Manufacturing.
If the LOTE requirement for graduation is not met in middle school, one credit of LOTE, PE, or Art will need to be taken in summer school.
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INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS
Students will earn certifications that are recognized in the automation and programming fields of study.
9th Grade
Computer Science I K & Manufacturing Engineering Tech I K
English I K
Geometry K
Biology K
Health/PACE
LOTE/PE/Fine Arts/Elective10th Grade
Computer Science II K (AP exam) & Digital Electronics K (math)
English II K
Chemistry K
Algebra II K
World Geog K/Human Geog AP/World Hist AP
LOTE/PE/Fine Arts/Elective11th Grade
Computer Science III K & Engineering Math K (Math)
English III K (dual)
US History AP (dual)
Pre-Calculus K (dual)
*Physics K
LOTE/PE/Fine Arts/Elective (2 periods)
*Students who already have credit for Physics should take Engineering Design and Problem Solving as their Science course.
12TH Grade
Project-based Research in Comp Sci K & Scientific Research II K (science)
Scientific Research and Design I
English IV K (dual)
Physics C AP (dual) (2 periods)
Calculus AB AP or BC AP (dual)
Government AP/Economics AP
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COMMITMENT
This is a four-year program/commitment. Students will be expected to spend a minimum of 2 days per week after school designing, building, and/or modifying robots to compete in contests such as FIRST Robotics.
Application
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QUALIFICATIONS
- The applicant must meet the requirements for promotion to 9th grade, have Algebra I credit with an average of 80+ and have completed K-level/HORIZONS 8th grade English language arts with an average of 80+
- The applicant must have completed ALL portions of the application for admission.
- While participating in the ARC Academy, if the student experiences issues with attendance, tardiness, discipline, low grades due to lack of effort, or lack of parent/guardian cooperation, the administration reserves the right to recommend that the student be dismissed from the chosen Academy.
STEM Academy for Automation, Robotics and Computer Science (ARC)- The ARC Academy is a district-wide program for students interested in pursuing Engineering post-high school with the ultimate goal of a student entering college with a deep knowledge of engineering concepts and some engineering industry certifications.
The ARC Academy is focused on providing students with industry-level experiences and equipment. Students interested in the ARC Academy may need to attend summer school if he/she has not completed the 2 years of LOTE/Foreign Language are not completed in middle school. A student may need to attend summer school for one year of LOTE, PE, or Art to meet all graduation requirements for the Foundation + Endorsement Program.
* The ARC Academy is housed Cypress Springs High School. Students who apply and are accepted will be placed on a transfer to Cypress Springs High School.* - The applicant must meet the requirements for promotion to 9th grade, have Algebra I credit with an average of 80+ and have completed K-level/HORIZONS 8th grade English language arts with an average of 80+
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Questions?
Kenya Turner
HS Curriculum Director
281-807-8953
Denise Kubecka
CTE Director
281-897-4036
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Applications will be available online from March 27 to May 3.
