H.S. Opportunities

The following school postings are for informational purposes only and are updated when possible.  Please contact the actual school for the most accurate and current information. ___________________________________________________________________________ 

    2008-2009 SCHOOL YEAR INFORMATION   

Please scroll down for information on the following high schools:

Capital Preparatory Magnet School

Cheney Vocational-Technical High School

Classical Magnet School

Connecticut International Baccalaureate Program

East Catholic High School

Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts

Greater Hartford Math and Science Academy

Metropolitan Learning Center

Pathways To Technology Magnet School

Public Safety Academy

Rockville High School

Rockville H.S. Vocational-Agricultural Program 

Sport & Medical Sciences Academy

 University High School of Science & Engineering

A representatives from Cheney Tech visited VCMS on October 6, 2008 to conduct an information session for interested 8th grade students during 8th block.   Cheney Tech hosted an Open House on Thursday, October 15th from 6:00-8:00 pm at their school.  Families who were not able to make it to the open house are encouraged to call Cheney Tech directly to ask questions and arrange for a time to see the school.

Applications for Cheney Tech are now available in the VCMS guidance department or online at the website listed below.  Applications are due in to the VCMS Guidance Office no later than Monday, December 1st, 2008 in order to meet the application deadline set by Cheney Tech.  

The applicatoin process for Connectict Vocational Schools has changed from years past.  An interview is no longer a component used in the admission criteria.  CMT scores from grade 7 are now a criteria that is considered.

http://www.cttech.org/CHENEY/index.htm

CONNECTICUT INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE ACADEMY

A presentation will be held at VCMS on Friday, November 14, 2008 during block 8.  Please sign up in the guidance office if you are interested in attending the presentation. 

http://www.cibanet.org/

Admission to C.I.B.A.

Please contact 860.622.5590 for more information about the application process for 2008.

Parents must attend a parent informational session

The lottery will be held in the spring of 2009  The results will be mailed to applicants.  Please do not call the office for the lottery results.  Any applications received after the deadline will be placed at the end of the waiting list.

• -Student application form, Commitment Agreement, two typed essays, and middle school counselor recommendation are due on or before February 13, 2009.
• -Counselor Recommendation Form: Please turn in to your VCMS counselor for completion NO LATER THAN Friday, February 6, 2009.

 East Catholic High School

115 New State Road,
Manchester, CT 06040

EAST CATHOLIC OPEN HOUSE IS BEING HELD ON NOVEMBER 20TH FROM 7PM - 9PM. 

For more information on ECHS:

or visit the East Catholic website at

http://www.echs.com/

Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts

As of Friday, January 11, 2008, Vernon will now allow students to apply to the Greater Academy of the Arts.

Please visit the school's website at:   http://www.crec.org/academy/ 

The Arts Acedemy is a magnet arts high school (both full day and half day programs) that offers intensive arts study in:  Dance; Visual Arts; Creative Writing; Theatre; Technical Theater; Musical Theater; and Music (instrumental or vocal).

A Brief Outline of the Application Process:

• Students MUST visit the Academy for the one half-day (1:00-4:15)
• A completed application form and recommendations must be received at the Academy by February 16th, 2008.
• Once the application is received, the Arts Academy will call applicant to schedule an audition/interview time.
• Auditions for new students (entering grades 9-12) will be on Saturday, March 1 & 8 (2008)

Open House Sessions (7pm @ The Main Theater, 359 Washington Street):

• January 17, 2008
• February 5, 2008

Audition dates for admission for the 2008-2009 school year are:

• Saturday, March 1, 2008, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Saturday, March 8, 2008, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Applications need to be submitted no later than March 7, 2008

For further information, please call:

Jill Giles, Student Services Coordinator

• Half Day Visit and General Information
• 860-757-6322

Golfo Lambros

• Academy Secretary
• Application and audition information
• 860-757-6317

Andrea DeCarli

• Assistant to the Directors/Tuition & busing inquiries
• 860-757-6385

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PATHWAYS TO TECHNOLOGY

MAGNET SCHOOL

184 Windsor Avenue

Windsor, CT  06095

860-695-9450

About Pathways:

• Pathways offers a challenging academic program that prepares every student for the opportunity to pursue a four-year college degree.
• 98% of last year's graduating class matriculated to college or university level.
• The student-to-teacher ratio is 18:1
• Technology is integrated into the content curriculum of all courses
• The student-to-computer ratio is 1:1

Open House Dates: 

• Saturday, January 12th (12 noon - 2:00pm)
• Saturday, February 9th (10:00am - 12 noon)

For more information, please visit www.pathwaystotechnology.com

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Rockville High School

Rockville High School has starting their scheduling process for the 2008-2009 school year.  Counselors conducted presentations in 8th grade English classes on Friday, January 11th.

Students will receive their course recommendation sheets at the end of the school day on Tuesday, January 29th (when they also get their 2nd quarter report card).  These are to be taken home for review and singed by a parent/guardian.  Signed forms need to be returned to homeroom teachers on or before Tuesday, February 5th.

There will be an Open House for all current 8th graders and their family members on Thursday, January 31st starting at 6pm at RHS.  In case of inclement weather, the Open House will be on February, 7th.

http://www.rockvillehighschool.org

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Rockville H.S. Agriculture Education Program

(formerly known as the Vo-Ag Program)

A representative from the Rockville Regional Agriculture Education Program will conduct an information session for interested 8th grade students on Thursday, January 24th during 8th block at VCMS.  Interested 8th grade students need to sign up in advance in the Guidance Office.

Students are encouraged to attend the Rockville High School Open House on Thursday, January 31st and visit the Ag-Ed wing of the building at that time.  Applications and information will be made available in the VCMS guidance department once more information arrives.

http://www.rockvillehighschool.org/aged.htm

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Sport & Medical Sciences Academy

The Sports and Medical Sciences Academy is seeking students in grades 7-12 that are college-centered and have an interest in exploring medical and sports sciences.

SMSA will be holding Open Houses on the following date:  Tuesday, January 22, 2008 @ 6:00 pm

Applications are available online by going to the school's website.  Click on the "Apply Now" button and you will be directed to the SMSA Parent/Student Compact.  If you agree to the compact, you will be directed to the application.

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2008

For more information, please contact the Sport & Medical Sciences Academy at (860) 695-6900 or visit the following website:

http://www.sportandmedicalsciences.org/

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 University High School of Science & Engineering

 (Located on the University of Hartford campus)

The University High School of Science and Engineering is a partnership of the University of Hartford and the Hartford Public Schools.  The school prepares graduates for pursuing further education and careers in a range of scientific, engineering, and technology fields.

Please contact UHSS&E for more information.

Open Houses: 

Saturday, January 26, 2008, 10:00am – 1:00pm

Wednesday, February 6, 2008, 6:00pm – 8:00pm 

School Website:  http://www.hartfordschools.org/schools/uni_high/home.shtml