The ImagineIT team believes that a rigorous, project-based curriculum best prepares students for a successful transition into both college and career. ImagineIT Academy is designed for students interested in 21st Century education with an emphasis on Career Pathways. Participation in all theatre performances is mandatory for every Foundations student. Every student within the Foundations program participates in some capacity of each production, ranging from set-up to performance, stage-hand, tech crew, concessions, preparation, and clean-up. Teachers and students within the academy work together in the production of Fall, Winter, Spring, and Evening Theatre performances. Students are also encouraged to participate in additional performing arts classes: Choir, Piano, Guitar, Set Design, Digital Theater or various Dance classes as a part of their daily learning activities. While enrolled in the program, students are required to participate in a Drama class. They learn the same material required of any high school student in the state of California however, they learn through a theatre and performing arts perspective. Students in grades 9th through 12th who are interested in learning by integrating many aspects of the theatre and performing arts with traditional academic learning standards find this academy both challenging and exciting. All partners are committed to supporting TEACH! students throughout their journey to become a credentialed teacher. Venture Academy developed TEACH! in partnership with San Joaquin County Office of Education, San Joaquin Delta College, Humphreys University, Teachers College of San Joaquin, and San Joaquin A+. Upon acquiring a bachelor’s degree at a local university, TEACH! graduates will have an opportunity to return to their communities, earn a teaching credential through Teachers College of San Joaquin, and educate, inspire, and advocate for the youth of tomorrow. These supports include a cohort model, dedicated advisory time, the AVID pathway, mentorship and fieldwork opportunities with educators throughout San Joaquin County, and access to counseling services through both Venture Academy and Delta College. The academy is designed with a comprehensive system of support to empower all students to achieve in high school, higher education and beyond. Through rigorous coursework and an industry-focused teacher education pathway, TEACH! prepares students to be independent thinkers, future changemakers, and champions of equity and access within their communities.Īs members of the first Early College High School to be offered at Venture Academy, TEACH! students have an opportunity to graduate high school with both a Venture Academy diploma and an AA in Elementary Teacher Education. TEACH! is designed for students with an interest in pursuing a career in the field of education.
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