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Signature Academy
        A stylized curricular approach, unique to each high school, which represents the school’s identity, culture
        and intent; reflects local and national industry demand; integrates academic concepts with technical skill
        acquisition; and prepares students for college and career success.


        What are Signature Academies?
        Signature Academies are four-year themed high school programs that help students jump-start their future.
        These courses of study provide a rigorous, applied curriculum that includes opportunities to earn college credit
        and industry certifications, gain 21st century skills, and develop connections between school and the real world.
        Themed programs are offered in the following focus areas:


         Agricultural Science & Natural Resources              Business & Marketing
         Areas of focus include animal science, horticulture, wildlife   Areas of focus include project management, entrepreneurial
         management, environmental management, and engineering.   development, marketing and public relations.
         Schools: AACT HS, North Valleys HS                    Schools: AACT HS
         Engineering & Manufacturing                           Information Technology, Media & Communications
         Areas of focus include civil, environmental, mechanical,   Areas of focus include technical and computer sciences, graphic
         agricultural, manufacturing, energy technologies and                   communication, game development, web design, networking,
         pre- engineering preparation with a focus on science,                      journalism/public relations, and video production.
         technology & math.
         Schools: AACT HS, Galena HS, North Valleys HS, Reed HS,   Schools: AACT HS, Reno HS, Spanish Springs HS, Sparks HS
         Sparks HS
         Global Studies                                        Human Services
         Areas of focus include economics, world politics, foreign   Areas of focus include education, culinary/baking & nutrition,
         language, international diplomacy and fine arts.      and human development.
         Schools: McQueen HS                                   Schools: AACT HS, Hug HS, Reed HS
         Health Sciences                                       International Baccalaureate
         Areas of focus include pre-medicine, biomedical research, sports  Areas of focus include critical thinking, intercultural
         injuries, kinesiology and emergency medicine.         understanding and global engagement through a broad range of
                                                               academics and experiences.
         Schools: AACT HS, Hug HS, Reed HS, Spanish Springs HS   Schools: Wooster HS
         Performing Arts                                        For more information about these programs, please visit:
         Areas of focus include the development of creativity and    www.washoeschools.net/SignatureAcademies
         excellence through dance, instrumental music, choir and theater.             or email:
         Schools: Damonte Ranch HS                                     SignaturePrograms@washoeschools.net


        Who Can Participate in Signature Academies?
        Signature Academies are for HS students who have an interest in Career Technical Education and the Academy
        theme. Students enter the program in 9th grade and complete a four-year program of study, which may include
        industry tours, job shadows, and internship opportunities. In each school, 75% of the available openings are
        dedicated to students who live in that school zone. Up to 25% of the available openings are reserved for students
        who live in other school zones. The exception to this rule is AACT, which has no school zone and accepts students
        from all over the school district.
                                        NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: The Washoe County School District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or
                                        discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender
                                        identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, political affiliation, or the presence of any sensory, physical or
                                        mental disability in any of its educational programs/activities, employment or employment opportunities, or in any program or activity conducted or
                                        funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The District prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e.
                                        Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use. The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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