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A LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR
TIMELINE
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS
FOUNDING PARTNERS
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SCHOOL PROFILES
ACADEMY PARTNERS
Academies of Nashville
Director Letter
A LETTER FROM THE
DIRECTOR The 2020-21 school year was a year of transition, adaptation, and innovation for the Academies of Nashville and all of us who play a part in their continued success. The COVID-19 pandemic affected our work, but it didn’t stop us. It redirected us at times, but it couldn’t throw us off course. We simply changed how we worked with students and made sure they continued to get the unique learning and career preparation experiences the Academies have become so well known for over the past 15 years. Here are a few examples: • We hosted the 12th Annual Career Exploration Fair in a brand-new virtual format. Students engaged with future career possibilities via a website complete with 192 videos from local business partners and connected with businesses through synchronous industry professional panels. The website has now seen over 3,600 unique visitors and more than 33,000 page visits. We are grateful to Nashville Hub and Alignment Nashville for providing financial support to help us pivot to the virtual format and for making professional development and resources available at no cost to Metro Nashville Public Schools. • Our AON Student Ambassadors participated in a virtual Student Cabinet facilitated by Director of Schools Dr. Adrienne Battle and Dr. Michelle Springer, Director of Student Services, and gave perspective and insights into the pandemic’s effect on student experience and education. • We also saw a big change in leadership in 2020-21. We said goodbye and a huge thank you to Donna Gilley, our director of 5 years and one of the founders of the Academies, when she retired in December 2020. Donna is a great friend, and I was honored to succeed her in 2021. After 17 years in other roles with the district, I’m excited to join the Academies team, carry the work forward and help create even more partnerships between our schools and the Nashville business community, increase post-secondary opportunities, and revive the brand and Academies of Nashville work impacted by the pandemic – all for the benefit of MNPS students. And I look for ward to working with all of you to make it happen! Thanks for ever y thing you do to suppor t the Academies of Nashville, year af ter year af ter year.
JENNIFER BELL Academies of Nashville/CTE Director
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Accomplishments
2020-2021
ACADEMIES AT A GLANCE
The Academies of Nashville empower students to make timely, informed decisions and discover their true passions through career exposure. Students can also earn early college credit and nationally recognized industry certifications. General education content is taught through the lens of their academy while more than 350 business and community partners provide authentic experiential learning opportunities at every level: • 9 th GRADE: In Freshman Academy, students attend the Career Exploration Fair and attend at least one college visit. Students receive classes through a core team of teachers that share students to provide consistency and support for student achievement. • 10 th GRADE: Students attend an industry-related field trip aligned to their chosen academy's theme. • 11th GRADE: Students complete a one-day job shadowing experience where they observe professionals in a career area related to their academy. • 12 th GRADE: Students participate in Senior Capstone, where they complete research related to their academy choice. This research includes a college-level paper, portfolio, related product development, and a public presentation. While enrolled in their academy, students can complete their choice of advanced academic classes, honors, global arts, and music courses. Every pathway within the 35 academies offers dual credit and often an industry certification. In addition to the academy pathway courses, students can earn early post-secondary opportunities through Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge, or Dual Enrollment through their general education courses.
VIRTUAL CAREER EXPLORATION FAIR 3600 unique visitors to the career fair website, with over 33,000 web page visits
INDUSTRY FIELD TRIPS 2,257 sophomores participated in an industry field trip
JOB SHADOWS 1,777 juniors participated in a job shadow with a business partner
CTE DUAL CREDIT Students took 767 exams, with 351 or 45.8% passing and earning early college credit
ADVANCED PLACEMENT 189 students passed advanced placement exams
COMMUNITY INVESTMENT $394,790.98 in time, talent and in-kind donations
INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS 1,877 students received an industry certification, with a 53% pass rate across the district.
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE 367 International Baccalaureate exams passed
CAMBRIDGE AICE 632 Cambridge AICE exams passed
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ANTIOCH HIGH SCHOOL
2020-2021 AT A GLANCE All 4 of Antioch High School career academies continue to receive the recognition of NCAC Model Status Academies Antioch High School is a World IB School 168 Antioch High School students earned Industry Certifications during the middle of a global pandemic Through the pandemic, Antioch High School remained steadfast in their effort to educate our feeder schools on the Academy and pathway selections that await them as they embark on their high school career. Albeit, recruiting efforts looked different, but our school counselors and Academy Ambassadors created a virtual tour/video of our different Academies and pathways at AHS Frank Zimmerer was the 2020-21 Antioch High School Teacher of the Year
ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING & AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY The 2020-21 school year was full of challenges, but some brought new opportunities. Last year a few pathways were rearranged within the academies of AHS and in the process AEAT was granted the opportunity to select a new pathway. With careful consideration and input from students, teachers, business partners, and district leadership, BioSTEM was chosen to be the new pathway.
ACADEMY OF HOSPITALITY & MARKETING We were able to provide continuous support and teaching for our students via individualized meetings though online platforms or phone conferences. The team focused on student's academic needs, as well as social/emotional needs and family assistance. Once we returned to in-person learning, we were able to connect with some of our students. We held virtual field trips, job shadows, and other experiential learning opportunities to expand their education in the safest environment possible.
ACADEMY OF TEACHING & SERVICE Despite a difficult year the Academy of Teaching and Service had many reasons to celebrate. We secured new partnerships with Fisk University and the Greater Nashville Alliance of Black School Educators. The ATS staff ensured our students felt supported, motivated, and driven to reach success despite any challenges they faced.
FRESHMAN ACADEMY A big highlight for the FA this year was the hall decorating contest. Teachers and students had been working tirelessly to catch up, so there has not been much time for fun. This was exactly what our students needed. They wanted to make sure all of their cultures were represented, and colored "Christmas" in different languages. They also created Hanukkah, Kwanza,and Eid decorations. It was also wonderful to watch the kids walk down the hall with pride while they pointed out their contributions. The icing on the cake was the FA WON! It really brought our academy together.
THE TENNESSEE CREDIT UNION ACADEMY OF BUSINESS & FINANCE Despite incredible challenges, the TTCU Academy of Business and Finance team pulled together to support one another, the students, and the school community. TTCU found many opportunities for success through: FAFSA Night, relevant IC opportunities, SEL strategies, Bear mentors for new teachers, and a fully staffed academy. It can't be overstated how much of our success must be attributed to the amazing people who make up this academy. Our team is active, involved, and invested in the success of our students. An impossible year was only possible because of the incredible teamwork for the TTCU Academy.
STUDENT of the YEAR: WENDY MARTINEZ Wendy Martinez has been an Antioch High School since her freshman year. She has served as a member of the Tennessee Credit Union Academy of Business and Finance and represented her academy the past two years by becoming an Academy Ambassador and a certified bank teller. Wendy is an IB Certificate Candidate and is anticipated to graduate with distinction. Wendy is the president of the YMCA Latino Achiever’s Club and the National Honor Society, as well as a member of Student Government. Using the opportunities around her, Wendy learned to become a strong leader and has even won awards for her leadership. After high school, Wendy plans to attend Belmont University to pursue a major in Finance and a minor in Legal Studies.
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CAREER EXPLORATION FAIR
JOB SHADOWS
CAPSTONE PROJECT
GRADUATION RATE
ATTENDANCE RATE
INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS
75% of freshmen attended the Career Exploration Fair
Antioch HS had a graduation rate of 74.3%
COMMUNITY INVESTMENT
$15,100 was donated by the community in time, talent and in-kind donations
INDUSTRY FIELD TRIPS
42% of sophomores engaged in industry field trips
25% of juniors engaged in job shadowing
Antioch HS had an attendance rate of 82.5%
50% of seniors completed Capstone projects
168 students received industry certifications
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CANE RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL
2020-2021 AT A GLANCE Boys Basketball ended the 2020-21 season as State Runner-up. Teachers took a flight with the TN National Guard during the Educator’s Flight Coach Phillips was inducted into the MNPS Sports Hall of Fame Bryce White finished second in the state for Girls Wrestling Cane Ridge Alumni, Melissa Tribue, passed her Bar Exam, becoming our attorney to graduate from Cane Ridge. Then returned as a guest speaker to talk to students in the Law Academy. Business Partner, Wirtgen hired two graduating seniors, who started working in June after graduation. Mikal Baker completed Bonus Tracks with Capitol Records
ACADEMY OF ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION Pathway students work with the ACE Mentor program each year, providing real-world, hands-on learning experiences for students, solving real problems in this field. Students in the Construction pathway gained experience planning projects and building houses. Students in this academy are encouraged to learn first-hand what opportunities are available in the architecture and construction fields.
ACADEMY OF ARTS & COMMUNICATION Students have the opportunity to earn certification as an Adobe Certified Associate through the A/V Production and Digital Arts and Design pathways in Photoshop, Premiere Pro and After Effects. Visual Arts students learn marketing and design through the Beverage Stand and T-shirt Sales projects.
ACADEMY OF LAW Youth Court is an integral part of the Pre-Law pathway and has been a model for other schools to implement a similar program. Students have the opportunity to earn college credit in all three Criminal Justice classes in conjunction with Nashville State Community College.
ACADEMY OF HEALTH MANAGEMENT Health Scholars work with St. Thomas to learn more about healthcare careers and earn certification as Certified Clinical Medical Assistant during their senior year. Students learn about life-saving techniques and nutrition that will lead to a healthier life. This academy has also produced the Valedictorian since 2011.
FRESHMAN ACADEMY This academy focuses on the 5 Cs of our academy: courage, confidence, connection, character, and commitment. This academy works intently to ensure that students have a strong foundation for whichever academy they choose. Students in Freshman Academy each attend the Career Exploration Fair and at least one college visit, while exploring all that the academies at Cane Ridge HS have to offer.
STUDENT of the YEAR: KEILAH WOODS Keilah Woods is a senior in the Academy of Health Management. Keilah played sports including volleyball, basketball and track. She also participated in clubs and student organizations such as the Debate Team, HOSA, Student Conflict Resolution Team and the AICE program. She demonstrated leadership as a Student Ambassador and member of the Student Advisory Board. Though active in extracurricular activities, she continued to challenge herself in AP and Honors classes. As a senior, Keilah studied to become a medical assistant through the St. Thomas Health Scholars program. After graduation, Keilah will attend University of Tennessee Martin, majoring in Chemistry and Pre-Med. She aspires to become a OBGYN.
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CAREER EXPLORATION FAIR
94% of freshmen attended the Career Exploration Fair
JOB SHADOWS
CAPSTONE PROJECT
EARLY COLLEGE CREDIT
INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS
COMMUNITY INVESTMENT
INDUSTRY FIELD TRIPS
30% of juniors engaged in job shadowing
50+ students received early college credit
$11,326 was donated by the community in time, talent and in-kind donations
70% of seniors completed Capstone projects
258 students received industry certifications
30% of sophomores engaged in industry field trips
ATTENDANCE RATE
Cane Ridge had an attendance rate of 87%
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GLENCLIFF HIGH SCHOOL
2020-2021 AT A GLANCE Glencliff is one of the most diverse High Schools in the State of Tennessee with Students from over 30 different countries that speak 25 different languages Glencliff has over 45 Academy Business Partners All Career themed Academies have NCAC Model Status
THE ACADEMY OF AGRICULTURE, AUTOMOTIVE & TECHNOLOGY The 2020-2021 academic school year posed a number of challenges, however the Academy of Automotive, Agriculture and Technology (AAT) found ways to remain a cohesive and productive cohort. Advisory Board meetings were held virtually, and the AAT business partners continued their involvement and support. Business partners supported Glencliff with donations for Trunk or Treat, food distribution, and offered opportunities for teachers to have virtual field trips/experiential learning for their students. Moving forward, the AAT business partners are teaming with Glencliff teachers on externship opportunities.
ACADEMY OF HEALTH & HOSPITALITY The Ford Academy of Business and Innovation Academy Business Partner has started a scholarship program for students apart from that academy! Served over 500 individuals at our 6th Annual Truck or Treat! Our Academy Ambassador Team has served over 100 community service hours!
Through COVID-19 restrictions, the Academy of Health & Hospitality (AHH), were able to ensure that all teachers received support through TEAMs bi-weekly planning sessions and a ‘Grab Lunch & Chat’ weekly sessions. AHH continued its sponsorship of the Breakfast Club Movie Squad through virtual family movie nights. AHH also continued its sponsorship of GHS Colt News YouTube Channel with information, announcements, interviews of faculty/ administration and senior pride videos. Home visits from the leadership team and oneon-one tutoring sessions were offered to assist AHH students. The Project Based Learning concept, Cruisin’ to Success, began within Senior Capstone with research and findings documented by senior leads.
THE FORD ACADEMY OF BUSINESS & INNOVATION The Ford Academy of Business and Innovation (FABI) is an academy devoted to “preparing our students to pursue their passion”. FABI is divided into two main pathways: Digital Design and Business. In the spring of 2020 FABI seniors competed for a chance to win a $2,000 scholarship. A total of five FABI alumni were awarded this scholarship to support their academic goals by purchasing supplies and technology. FABI continues to provide quality education
and opportunities for our students so they can explore and develop tools necessary to help them pursue their passions and lead a successful life beyond high school.
FRESHMAN ACADEMY During the 2020-21 school year, Glencliff Freshmen Academy (FA) faced many obstacles, but our teachers continued to focus on building students into successful, professional adults. FA worked together to provide new information and strategies that helped students and the community navigate the virtual learning model and be more successful in students’ ever-changing educational experience. Our combined effort has led to constructing an instructional platform called “Freshman Academy 101,” which will be dedicated to providing knowledge, a toolbox of “best practices,” and resources that will undoubtedly benefit each and student’s ability to become more successful throughout students' high school years and beyond Glencliff High School.
STUDENT of the YEAR: ANGIE SANCHEZ Angie Sanchez has attended Glencliff High School for four years and has left her mark on the campus by being involved in the Academy of Agriculture, Automotive and Technology and several extracurricular activates. She has served as an academy ambassador for 2 years, a member of the Girls Soccer, cross country and Tennis team, as well as a member of Peace Team, ITOP, and Escalera. Angie is a phenomenal student leader, whose smile and laughter will light up any room. She is hard working; dedicated and committed to making a difference in the lives she encounters every day! Angie is a wonderful young woman who we know will one day change the world! After graduation Angie plans to attend college and pursue a Career in Nursing.
Academies of Nashville
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CAREER EXPLORATION FAIR
JOB SHADOWS
CAPSTONE PROJECT
GRADUATION RATE
ATTENDANCE RATE
EARLY COLLEGE CREDIT
COMMUNITY INVESTMENT
INDUSTRY FIELD TRIPS
90% of freshmen attended the Career Exploration Fair
Glencliff HS had a graduation rate of 55%
75% of juniors engaged in job shadowing
Glencliff HS had an attendance rate of 82.5%
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90% of seniors completed Capstone projects
50 students received early college credit
INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS 80 students received industry certifications
SCHOLARSHIP MONIES OFFERED
Students were offered over $500,000 in scholarships
$20,338 was donated by the community in time, talent and in-kind donations
75% of sophomores engaged in industry field trips
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HILLSBORO HIGH SCHOOL
2020-2021 AT A GLANCE
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The only MNPS High School with K-12 IB Continuum with IB Programmes: Middle Years IB Career-Related Programme IB Diploma Programme 84% of IB Diploma Programme Candidates received an IB Diploma 88% of IB CareerRelated Programme Candidates received an IB Career-Related Programme Certificate 90 million + newly renovated building and campus The most active and prolific cluster PAC in the district 34 Community and Business partners
ACADEMY OF GLOBAL HEALTH & SCIENCE Despite many challenges, teachers and the students learned all sorts of ways to integrate technology into classrooms and learning. We were not able to complete our normal blood drives, but we were able to bring doctors, nurses, and other health professionals into classrooms via virtual conferencing. The Academy of Global Health and Sciences was able to end the year with some amazing highlights like a record number of students passing the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant exam.
ACADEMY OF INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE Despite the stresses of virtual learning, it was another recordbreaking year for the Academy of International Baccalaureate Diploma Program at Hillsboro High School. 84% of students earned the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma and 88% earned the coveted International Baccalaureate Career-related Certificate. Of equal pride is that 40.4% of participants are students of color deriving from a myriad of ethnic and racially diverse backgrounds. In extracurricular academy highlights, Noah Henry won top honors at the Nashville High School Musical Theatre Awards and competed nationally at The Jimmy Awards, Holden Korbey was a floor leader at Model United Nations, and our academy participated in the FIRST Tech Challenge.
US COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION ACADEMY OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS & COMMUNICATIONS The Academy continues to grow. During the 2020-2021 school year we added two new business partners, McNeely, Pigott, and Fox and T-Mobile. McNeely, Pickett, and Fox, one of Nashville’s top public relations firms, brings a wealth of opportunities for Hillsboro students. As an Academy Partner of the Year, students at HHS were able to create a YouTube channel that introduces every facet of a public relations firm. This channel acted as a virtual job shadow during a year of Covid restrictions. T-Mobile, our newest partner, met virtually with marketing classes collaborating with the marketing class’s unit on Customer Service via Social Media.
FRESHMAN ACADEMY Freshman Academy English teachers spent the first nine weeks visiting the homes of students in Edgewood to ensure that parents and students were able to access the technology needed for virtual school. Additionally, the Freshman Academy campaigned with students and parents to ensure that as many students as possible took the MAP reading, math assessments, and the EOC. Finally, because of the growth that our students showed in reading, we ended the year with an in-person commitment to graduation ceremony and an in-door field day sponsored by the PTSO. The students celebrated Persevering during the Pandemic with music, art, dance, and of course amazing snacks provided by the PTSO.
STUDENT of the YEAR: PAA MENSAH Although the world is marred in uncertainty and fear, there is a bright light shining through it all. Paa Kwesi Mensah’s radiant smile and infectious personality light up the halls at Hillsboro High School. As a member of the Interdisciplinary Science and Research Program (ISR) in the Academy of Global Health and Science, Paa is using his passion for people and science to change the world. Whether it is planning a return trip to Ghana to help his family and countrymen and women, the wonderful work he is doing as the Vice President of Student Counsel, or his captivating ISR senior research project on fertilizers, Paa is striving to positively impact the world through action. Through the Academies of Nashville, Paa’s work exemplifies how students with his passion and motivation can overwhelm the uncertainty and fear in our society today and provide hope for the future.
Academies of Nashville
CAREER EXPLORATION FAIR
92% of freshmen attended the Career Exploration Fair
Schools
JOB SHADOWS
96% of juniors engaged in job shadowing
GRADUATION RATE
50% of seniors completed Capstone projects
Hillsboro HS had an attendance rate of 93%
EARLY COLLEGE CREDIT
INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS
INDUSTRY FIELD TRIPS
SCHOLARSHIP MONIES OFFERED
97% of sophomores engaged in industry field trips
CAPSTONE PROJECT
ATTENDANCE RATE
Hillsboro HS had a graduation rate of 90%
169 students received early college credit
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153 students received industry certifications
Students were offered $8,744,339 in scholarships
COMMUNITY INVESTMENT
$58,000 was donated by the community in time, talent and in-kind donations
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HILLWOOD HIGH SCHOOL
2020-2021 AT A GLANCE Hillwood received full funding for a new stateof-the-art high school to be completed in 2023 As a new Community Achieves site, Hillwood distributed over 4,800 food boxes and served over 800 families Hillwood is the only school to offer the Pre-Advanced Placement Program as part of the Freshmen Academy Hillwood offers over 18 AP courses and over 10 dual enrollment and dual credit courses All three career academies are certified through the NCAC as either Model or Model with Distinction Hillwood recognized seniors for their achievements in the first ever college signing day
ACADEMY OF ART, DESIGN, & COMMUNICATION The academy welcomed its newest pathway, Engineering. Students in this new pathway were able to take a virtual tour of the newly designed HS with Hastings Architecture. Despite being virtual for much of the year, students were still able to attain industry certifications in Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and OSHA 10.
ACADEMY OF BUSINESS & HOSPITALITY Starting the year virtually brought many challenges and many opportunities. Recognizing a need for food distribution in our community, Loveless Cafe, partner with the culinary pathway, assisted with food delivery to families by utilizing their van. This partnership resulted in a year-long effort and laid the groundwork for Hillwood High School to become a Community Achieves site. Additionally, students in DECA won both regional and state competitions and qualified for International Competition in the category of Business Law and Ethics.
ACADEMY OF HEALTH SCIENCES Students in the Academy of Health Sciences were still able to be involved with business partners through enriching experiences. Partners were able to offer the students the annual HCA healthcare career day in a virtual setting. Additionally, students were able to attain certifications in Certified Medical Assisting, Certified EKG Technician, and OSHA 10. HCA continues to be an enormous resource for students attaining work after high school.
FRESHMAN ACADEMY Acclimating students to high school is one of the main goals of the freshman academy and this proved to be a challenge in the virtual setting. However, the teachers in the academy rose to the challenge and made it their mission to know every student in the academy. The academy also saw the formation of their first advisory board and hosted a successful virtual professionalism day.
STUDENT of the YEAR: OLIVER ORELLANA Oliver Orellana is a Latino immigrant from Honduras. He is in the ADC academy where he also serves as an ambassador. He is the National Honor Society Parliamentarian, Latino Achievers President, Student Government Association Vice President, and the Student Activist Organization founder and president. He will graduate with a 4.2 GPA , a diploma with distinction, and a seal of biliteracy. He is interested in social justice and will be majoring in international affairs and will be a first-generation college student in the fall. He is also a member of Young Life and values his faith and personal relationships.
Academies of Nashville
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CAREER EXPLORATION FAIR
JOB SHADOWS
CAPSTONE PROJECT
EARLY COLLEGE CREDIT
90% of freshmen attended the Career Exploration Fair
86% of seniors completed Capstone projects
65% of juniors engaged in job shadowing
63 students received early college credit
GRADUATION RATE
Hillsboro HS had a graduation rate of 86%
INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS 212 students received industry certifications
INDUSTRY FIELD TRIPS
90% of sophomores engaged in industry field trips
ATTENDANCE RATE
Hillsboro HS had an attendance rate of 86%
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HUNTERS LANE HIGH SCHOOL
2020-2021 AT A GLANCE Hunters Lane was the 1st International Baccalaureate World School in the State of Tennessee Hunters Lane offers over 15 IB courses and over 10 dual enrollment and dual credit courses All three career academies are certified through the NCAC as Model academies Hunters Lane High School is a recognized and certified as a Path to College High School and we hold a College Signing Day every year to highlight seniors and their achievements 99% of our Freshman Academy participated in our annual Career Fair The Hunters Lane class of 2021 earned more than $7 million in scholarships 2 students earned International Baccalaureate Diplomas 64% of all IB students 'passed' (4 or higher) at least one course, giving them the opportunity to earn college credit!
ACADEMY OF DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY Despite starting the year virtually, we were still able to provide meaningful experiences to academy students. Highlights included a multitude of guest speakers from digital design firms across the city, our business partners, and IT specialists from MNPS. Students had the opportunity to earn Industry Certifications and Dual Credit in Photoshop through our partnership with Nossi.
ACADEMY OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES & IB We made great strides and used real life experiences to focus learning as students learned first-hand the effects of the importance of global health. Hunters Lane Health Scholars worked with Skyline Medical Center to learn more about healthcare careers and earn certification as Certified Clinical Medical Assistant during their senior year. Two of our IB program students earned the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma and 64% of all IB students passed at least one course.
ACADEMY OF HOSPITALITY, MARKETING & BUSINESS Starting the year virtually brought many challenges, yet thanks to our involved and dedicated business partners we were able to pull together and provide students with in-depth, experiential learning opportunities. We continued our annual Professionalism Day in a virtual environment and worked on establishing a new program where students in Entrepreneurship put together their own business proposals and work to execute them.
FRESHMAN ACADEMY Even in a virtual environment, the Freshman Academy continued to thrive and provide students the opportunity to acclimate to high school. Almost 100% of the Freshman Academy students attended the annual career exploration fair and nearly 85% completed YouScience aptitude assessments. The Freshman Academy continued its work on interdisciplinary project-based learning activities.
STUDENT of the YEAR: KIMBERLY AMAYA HERNANDEZ Kimberly Amaya Hernandez is an exceptional student leader serving as a Student Ambassador to her Academy for the last three years. She is extremely involved in the Hunters Lane chapter of the National Honor Society and Student Government, serving on their executive board as President of the latter. She is a selfless giver, highlighted by her consistent and continued commitment to community service. Her academic prowess is also exceptional, she will graduate in May as Valedictorian with a 3.95 unweighted GPA. After graduation, Kimberly plans to attend Belmont University and study Computer Science.
Academies of Nashville
CAREER EXPLORATION FAIR
99% of freshmen attended the Career Exploration Fair
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JOB SHADOWS
CAPSTONE PROJECT
ATTENDANCE RATE
EARLY COLLEGE CREDIT
SCHOLARSHIP MONIES OFFERED
COMMUNITY INVESTMENT
88% of juniors engaged in job shadowing
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85% of seniors completed Capstone projects
GRADUATION RATE
Hunters Lane HS had a graduation rate of 80.1%
Hunters Lane HS had an attendance rate of 87.4%
INDUSTRY FIELD TRIPS
84% of sophomores engaged in industry field trips
Students were offered $7,000,000 in scholarships
40 students received early college credit
$25,000 was donated by the community in time, talent and in-kind donations
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JOHN OVERTON HIGH SCHOOL
COLLEGE AND CAREER 2020-2021 AT A GLANCE The Overton class of 2021 earned more than $9 million in scholarships 17 students earned Cambridge International Diplomas, 10 with merit 633 Cambridge exams were taken with a pass rate of 72% Athletics took home district championships in boys’ cross country, girls’ soccer, baseball, boys’ bowling, girls’ bowling, and wrestling. Volleyball placed in the regional tournament and had a player receive the district MVP award Overton athletes competed at the state tournaments in track and wrestling
ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING The Academy of Engineering with the Hiller Tradesmen of Tomorrow Pathway engaged in new opportunities due to the challenge of virtual learning. During the school year business partners remained engaged in student's learning by providing creative solutions to field trips and job shadows. The Engineering Pathway was also able to honor Julie Berbiglia from Metro Water Services as the Academies of Nashville Business Partner of the year.
ACADEMY OF INTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH The Academy of Interdisciplinary Research is very pleased to welcome Belmont University's Massey School of Business as a community partner. Through this partnership, we hope to provide greater academic and career related opportunities for our students. Despite the struggles of this past year with COVID, many marketing students sat for the dual credit exam and ten student projects qualified for the national DECA competition. In our ISR classes, two presentations qualified for medals at the IST Symposium.
ACADEMY OF HEALTH SCIENCES Through the gracious contributions of our business partners and school leaders our sophomore and junior students were able to attend a virtual field trip and a virtual job shadow despite COVID interruptions. Students were also able to learn more about careers through a virtual STEM Goes Red event sponsored by the American Heart Association. The Academy ended the year by celebrating the selection of a Health Science senior as the John Overton Academy Student of the Year.
ACADEMY OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Students continued to work with business partners toward industry certification in Networking, a new Mac lab was installed for the Web Design pathway, and Programming saw five students pass their AP exam to earn college credit. Working in a virtual setting, IT students experienced real world application of IT skills across the school experience. The IT Academy also had the highest GPA and attendance rate of the career academies at Overton.
FRESHMAN ACADEMY Despite Covid related challenges the freshmen at Overton proved resilient and ready for opportunities to learn! One of the most exciting opportunities this year was the very first Professionalism Fair, which provided students with the ability to speak to business partners about unique job possibilities that related to the many pathways at Overton. To continue expanding student knowledge of post-secondary opportunities, the freshmen were also able to virtually tour multiple college campuses. Afterwards, a panel of Overton graduates spoke to students about their unique and varied college experiences. Many freshmen found this panel very helpful!
STUDENT of the YEAR: DO MUNG Do Mung is a senior in the therapeutic services pathway of the Academy of Health Science. Do has participated in HOSA for three years, where he competed in the Community Awareness Campaign. Do went on to compete in the Pharmacy Science HOSA event at the regional and state level in 2021. As an intern with NYDT, Do was part of a select group of youth who researched and expressed their opinions concerning issues in the Nashville community. He also served his community through more than 40 hours of volunteer work completed through club and organization activities. Not only is Do a strong health science student, but he is also a member of the Cambridge International program and is pursuing his Cambridge Diploma. Lastly, Do will sit for his Pharmacy Technician exam in May. Upon graduation, Do plans to attend Lipscomb University where he will major in Pharmacological Science.
Academies of Nashville
CAREER EXPLORATION FAIR
74% of freshmen attended the Career Exploration Fair
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JOB SHADOWS
CAPSTONE PROJECT
GRADUATION RATE
ATTENDANCE RATE
69% of juniors engaged in job shadowing
John Overton HS had a graduation rate of 83.8%
EARLY COLLEGE CREDIT
INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS
SCHOLARSHIP MONIES OFFERED
COMMUNITY INVESTMENT
473 students received early college credit
Students were offered $9 million in scholarships
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78% of seniors completed Capstone projects
John Overton HS had an attendance rate of 88%
192 students received industry certifications
$$113,641 was donated by the community in time, talent and in-kind donations
INDUSTRY FIELD TRIPS
61% of sophomores engaged in industry field trips
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MAPLEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL
2020-2021 AT A GLANCE Lt Colonel Martha Shaffer received Teacher of the Year for Maplewood also Teacher of the Year Finalist for MNPS. Maplewood’s AVID Program received the highest scholarship amount amongst all high schools programs Maplewood Cluster held its first “Drive-Thru” Back to School Bash event for families in the Maplewood community Maplewood Student Government Association began SEL virtual assemblies to help cope with COVID-19 anxiety and stress. Bridgestone Americas. Inc. extends contract with MHS for an additional three years upon fifth anniversary. The Freshman Academy implemented its first annual “Chikin & Chat” Drive-Thru session for parents and guardians. Families received free bikes, scooters, and skateboards at first annual Mobile Motivation Give-A-Way Lady Panthers (Basketball) were 2X Regional, Sectional, & District Champions!
ACADEMY OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP & INNOVATION Our automotive pathway showed an uptick in student diversity showing that females and students with various backgrounds can dominate the automotive field. Maplewood's cosmetology students excelled during in-person and virtual experiences - students gained marketable certifications and honed their entrepreneurial skills to grow their personal clientele. Entrepreneurship students did not allow the virtual environment to curb their ambition and drive to implement business dreams.
ACADEMY OF HEALTH & ELECTRICAL SERVICES Students of the Health & Electrical Sciences academy pride themselves on putting safety first as future first responders. Partners of the academy rallied around these students to ensure their lightbulb of interest glowed bright. Students of the Energy & Power academy worked with partners to align themselves with pre-apprenticeship opportunities, solidifying their marketability during their high school career. Diagnostic and Therapeutic services joined forces through virtual means to understand the essentials of heading into the healthcare field. Partners actively supported these future health professionals in receiving credentials and providing the community with homegrown talent.
FRESHMAN ACADEMY With amazing partnerships such as GEAR UP of Nashville, PENCIL and academy business partners, our students received virtual experiences focusing on workforce and corporate opportunities, as well as post-secondary trades and union connections. Additionally, our Freshman students have formed an SEL task force to ensure their peers are getting meaningful support on mental health. Student voice is so POWERFUL!
STUDENT of the YEAR: NOAH HURT Noah Hurt was a part of the Diagnostics Services pathway of the Academy of Health & Electrical Sciences. He has taken advantage of many early post-secondary opportunities: OSHA-10 certification, CPR certification, EKG tech certification and is now involved in the first cohort of the Patient Care Technician program with Nashville State Community College and TriStar Health. In addition to academics and experiential learning, Noah also gives back to the community by offering his services to local Nashville organizations to help the homeless.
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CAREER EXPLORATION FAIR
JOB SHADOWS
GRADUATION RATE
ATTENDANCE RATE
EARLY COLLEGE CREDIT
INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS
SCHOLARSHIP MONIES OFFERED
COMMUNITY INVESTMENT
94% of freshmen attended the Career Exploration Fair
Maplewood HS had a graduation rate of 80.1%
50 students received early college credit
Students were offered $7,867,632 in scholarships
30% of juniors engaged in job shadowing
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CAPSTONE PROJECT
70% of seniors completed Capstone projects
Maplewood HS had an attendance rate of 87%
258 students received industry certifications
$85,000 was donated by the community in time, talent and in-kind donations
INDUSTRY FIELD TRIPS
30% of sophomores engaged in industry field trips
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MCGAVOCK HIGH SCHOOL
2020-2021 AT A GLANCE All Academies have NCAC Model Status Two Academies have NCAC Model Status with Distinction $3000 flight training scholarship awarded 2 students received scholarships to attend the Reno Air races Students produced the annual CMT Award Show virtually 11 students earned Early College Credit in Large Animal Science. Began work with Metro Animal Control and Nashville Cat Rescue. Culinary Students and Chef continued food distribution to the local community
ACADEMY OF AVIATION & TRANSPORTATION The Academy of Aviation and Transportation (AAT) earned the certification of Model Academy with Distinction in Spring 2020. While COVID limited our ability to tackle hands-on projects this school year, great things are still happening in the Academy of Aviation & Transportation. The Auto Diesel program continues working on its SEMA vehicle build with an extended deadline. The Mechatronics program spent the year getting ready to open a new chapter at McGavock. We have a new class "Advanced Robotics" which allows students to learn and be certified in programming and maintenance of manufacturing robotic arms and the systems that control them. AAT obtained equipment for the 'Cognex Vision System' which is used by Amazon, UPS, and FedEx in their distribution centers and students will now be able to get certified as well.
AEGIS SCIENCES CORPORATION ACADEMY OF LIFE SCIENCE & LAW The Academy of Life Science and Law (ALSL) embarked on a new way of learning this year! Determined not to let COVID get us and our students down, the three pathways joined forces to see how many guest speakers we could get for our students- either virtually or in person- to demonstrate the skills we reviewed in classes. We also recognized our students who earned Honor Roll or Dean’s list each quarter with various rewards for their hard work. We sought out feedback from our students and parents to see what things we could put in place to assist them during this new educational experience, and we implemented some of those items to ensure all of our stakeholders were aware of the goings on in our academy and the school.
CMT ACADEMY OF DIGITAL DESIGN & COMMUNICATION When life give you lemons The CMT Academy of Digital Design and Communication (DDC) makes lemonade. In the fall of the year, all DDC students adjusted to virtual learning but this did not diminish their drive and determination to further their education. Over 40 students, passed an industry certification test in Adobe Photoshop. 13 of those
students were just sophomores! The Audio Production students completed their annual Foley Project by editing the sound effects of short movie clips and the A/V Production students completed short films based on a blind draw of a random “Object/Emotion”.
GAYLORD OPRYLAND ACADEMY OF HOSPITALITY & USCCU ACADEMY OF BUSINESS & FINANCE The Academy of Hospitality and Finance earned Model Academy certification. We are partnered with Gaylord with the Academies of Nashville Mentorships. Our academy students continue to intern with our US Community Credit Union. Both the Hospitality and Tourism students and Culinary and Event students had events that were canceled due to COVID-19. The Banking and Finance students worked at DECA Raider School Store where they had the opportunity to expound upon their leadership abilities by serving their peers on a daily basis. The academy honored students weekly and monthly for their hard work in the virtual/in-person school setting. The culinary department has been organizing food distribution to the community every Wednesday since March 2020.
STUDENT of the YEAR: KYLE GOFORTH Kyle Goforth was a part of the Academy of Aviation and Transportation at McGavock in the Mechatronics pathway. He was actively involved in his school and the community. Kyle was an important member of the McGavock band all 4 years of high school as a trumpeter and served a section lead. While challenging himself with diverse and academically advanced courses, he maintained a 3.6 GPA, was a member of the robotics team, aircraft build team, and served as an Academy Ambassador. Kyle has been accepted into several schools including MTSU and Cumberland University. Kyle is pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering in college.
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CAREER EXPLORATION FAIR
100% of freshmen attended the Career Exploration Fair
GRADUATION RATE
McGavock HS had a graduation rate of 76.7%
ATTENDANCE RATE
COMMUNITY INVESTMENT
McGavock HS had an attendance rate of 87.4%
$271,055 was donated by the community in time, talent and in-kind donations
EARLY COLLEGE CREDIT
INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS
75+ students received early college credit
400 students received industry certifications
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PEARL-COHN
ENTERTAINMENT MAGNET H.S.
2020-2021 AT A GLANCE Pearl Cohn collaborated with Nashville State Community College and HCA Healthcare to develop the Patient Care Tech career pipeline for high school students Pearl Cohn A/V Broadcasting students executive-produced and directed a minidocumentary and performance highlight of a classical ensemble paying homage to historic Jefferson Street, the deep roots of Fisk University and the Fisk Jubilee Singers, and the talented musicians of North Nashville The Pearl Cohn Boys’ Basketball team competed at the State Tournament for the third year in a row. Additionally, 23 studentathletes across all sports were awarded scholarships Pearl Cohn Freshman Academy students engaged in the fifth annual Pathways to Black Excellence hosted by PC alumnae Tampa Bay Running Back Ke’Shawn Vaughn, several professional athletes, local government officials, and prominent PC alumnae
ACADEMY OF ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY Students in the Entertainment Industry A/V Broadcast Pathway directed and produced by students. In 2020 Intersection began a partnership with PENCIL and the Pearl-Cohn Entertainment Magnet High School that encourages students to explore their neighborhoods through storytelling and contemporary music while learning practical live audio and video production skills. Pearl-Cohn students are working with Intersection artists and composers to design and create mixed media projects to be presented as a part of Intersection programs.
ACADEMY OF HEALTH SCIENCE & PERSONAL CARE 15 Pearl Cohn students in the Health Science pathway endeavored on a journey as cohort one for the Patient Care Tech program in partnership with Nashville State and HCA. Students successfully completed the program with job offers(some more than one) prior to graduation between Centennial Medical Center, Skyline Medical Center, and Southern Hills Medical Center.
FRESHMAN ACADEMY The Freshman Academy revamped the annual Pathways to Black Excellence with freshman academy advisory chairs to feature a full day of engagement with students, parents, and community in a virtual platform with panelists ranging from NFL (Pearl Cohn Alumnae), MLB, WNBA, Juvenile Court Clerk, Property Assessor, Engineers, Medical Doctors, Attorneys and more all connected to 37208 sitting in positions of excellence.The connectivity and relationships from adults in and out of the building help shift perspectives and transcend lives. We opened the opportunity schoolwide for students learning in-person and virtual to reach as many learners as possible.
STUDENT of the YEAR: AMERIA JOHNSON 9/4/2003 - 3/10/2021 Ameria Johnson, a senior in the Academy of Entertainment Industry, leaves a legacy of scholarship, investment, creativity, and the transcending gift of possibility. As a lead Ambassador for the last three years, Ameria leveraged platforms to share the experiences, talents, and academic greatness of the Pearl Cohn family. Ameria was a trailblazer igniting a flame to carry the torch in creating space for girls in audio engineering and broadcasting, a maestro on the mellophone, clarinet, and saxophone, and a bold goals-driven visionary. She will forever be Pearl Cohn's daughter for the way she lived, loved, laughed, conquered, and was undeniably here.
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CAREER EXPLORATION FAIR
98% of freshmen attended the Career Exploration Fair
Schools
JOB SHADOWS
51% of juniors engaged in job shadowing
CAPSTONE PROJECT
GRADUATION RATE
ATTENDANCE RATE
INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS
91% of seniors completed Capstone projects
Pearl-Cohn HS had a graduation rate of 79.7%
43 students received industry certifications
Pearl-Cohn HS had an attendance rate of 77.5%
SCHOLARSHIP MONIES OFFERED
Students were offered $5.4 million in scholarships
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COMMUNITY INVESTMENT
$36,049 was donated by the community in time, talent and in-kind donations
INDUSTRY FIELD TRIPS
89% of sophomores engaged in industry field trips
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STRATFORD
STEM MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL
2020-2021 AT A GLANCE Congressional Medal of Honor Society Character Education partner school 14 Students earned Bridges to Belmont Scholarships Hosted the City Mayoral Inaugural event. NSST Student Cadet Corps members assisted with planning and security along with Metro Nashville Police and the Mayor's office Science of Teaching and Learning pathway students participated in virtual classes with local elementary schools, reading to students as well as lesson plan writing labs with professional teachers Students participated in a virtual professional conference hosted by our partners with Metro Nashville Police Department, Vanderbilt Center for Science Outreach, Belmont University, Davidson County Sheriff's Office and Metro Juvenile Court
ACADEMY OF NATIONAL SAFETY & SECURITY TECHNOLOGIES The academy added the Science of Teaching and Learning pathway and rebranded to become the Academy of National Safety and Science of Teaching. NSST Criminal Justice Cadet Corps members completed a job shadow in conjuction with MNPS security for the renaming ceremony. Students from the Science of Teaching and Learning conducted virtual reading and teaching sessions with students from Rosebank Elementary school. The Academy teachers, working with our partners, hosted students in a virtual conference in which students toured facilities, saw video presentations, and participated in "face to face" Q&A sessions.
ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & ENGINEERING The Vanderbilt University Department of Neuroscience hosted four science career conferences in which students took virtual tours of VUMC labs, and participated in Q&A sessions with pathway related professionals. Students from each pathway earned the OSHA 10 industry certification. AP Biology students produced projects on animal body systems which included scientific research, dissection, and student-led presentations of their findings. ASE students also worked with the Freshman Academy on the Antikytherian Mechanism project.
FRESHMAN ACADEMY
20 Criminal Justice pathway students were sworn in by Judge Sheila Calloway as officers in the Youth Court program
The Academy team worked with award-winning muralist Andee Rudloff and Dr. Xenophon Moussas on a student project involving the Antikytherian Mechanism. In conjunction with MS. Rudloff, students designed and painted a mural depicting the Antikytherian Mechanism. Dr. Moussas (Professor of Space Physics at the National and Kapodistrian University) provided technical assis-
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tance via remote lectures as well as in-person classroom speaking engagements. The Antikytherian Mechanism is currently on display at The Parthenon.
STUDENT of the YEAR: CRISTARELI BERBER VAZQUEZ Cristareli Berber Vazquez is a senior in the Academy of Science and Engineering. A student in the Engineering pathway, she serves as an ambassador, Criminal Justice Cadet, and peer mentor. She has received awards from We the People at the state and national level, Principal’s list, Excellent teamwork award for soccer, Excellence in AP English Lit, and Excellence in Engineering. She volunteers as a peer mentor in the NAZA program and serves on the Stratford Student Council. She will attend Belmont University on a Bridges scholarship.
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CAREER EXPLORATION FAIR
90% of freshmen attended the Career Exploration Fair
Schools
JOB SHADOWS
CAPSTONE PROJECT
GRADUATION RATE
ATTENDANCE RATE
SCHOLARSHIP MONIES OFFERED
COMMUNITY INVESTMENT
60% of juniors engaged in job shadowing
Stratford HS had a graduation rate of 79%
INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS 79 students received industry certifications
INDUSTRY FIELD TRIPS
80% of sophomores engaged in industry field trips
Students were offered $7.2 million in scholarships
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63% of seniors completed Capstone projects
Stratford HS had an attendance rate of 83%
$16,938 was donated by the community in time, talent and in-kind donations
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WHITES CREEK HIGH SCHOOL
2020-2021 AT A GLANCE WCHS became an Early College High School WCHS became an AVID school Addition of the Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering Course WCHS to offer Drone Certification
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Recruiting efforts were increased - including Middle School outreach to IT Creswell Haynes Middle Isaac Litton Lead Brick Church WCHS awarded 8 Bridges to Belmont Scholarships. Meharry Medical College donated $25,000 to the school for our College Access Room & consistently donate to the community room and virtually visited with many courses Student of the Year Awarded to Mr. Tahil Sage Teacher the Year Awarded to Mrs. Kearea Brady WCHS Morale Events: Class Movie Drive-In Events/ Black/Women’s History Event/ Army National Guard Sponsored Senior Breakfast
ALTERNATIVE ENERGY PATHWAY The Alternative Energy pathway had an OSHA completion rate of 82% meeting its EPSO goal for the 2020-2021 school year. Additionally, while enduring pathway reassessment the Agricultural and Biotechnical Engineering course was added to ensure that Whites Creek moved forward with a STEAM focus. To compliment this focus the Alternative Energy pathway will offer drone certification for Whites Creek students. Lastly, the Alternative Energy pathway won a curriculum challenge competition at the Climate Literacy for Agriculture and Sustainable Societies Conference.
COMMUNITY HEALTH PATHWAY The Health Science pathway, in collaboration with Meharry Medical College, received a $25,000 donation for the school to build a College Access Room for the students of WCHS. This space will allow students to research, explore, and prepare for the college application process and provide additional resources to ensure a swift transition to a post-secondary option of their choice. Finally, Health Science pathway students were able to complete the OSHA 10 industry certification, preparing them for a career within the medical field.
LAW PATHWAY The Law Pathway was able to provide differentiated learning strategies while enabling students to engage the material asynchronously. They established a focus on developing proficiency with MS Office applications, which improves employability skills and further established new skillsets. They also connected with The TN National Guard, a former prison guard, and additional law enforcement professionals to expose students to varied Criminal Justice occupations.
FRESHMAN ACADEMY Our Freshman students encountered many monumental firsts this year while celebrating academic and personal successes. Our students completed mock job and college applications. They learned the importance of negotiable pay, as well as the significance of gaining early work experience. Our Cobras also completed weekly interviews and were honored with a weekly “You're Hired” award in the form of gift cards and other college readiness gear. In order to open our students’ minds to career options, we welcomed visitors of a variety of professions and gave our students access to professionals from their own communities. We creatively celebrated our record academic and attendance gains by hosting a drive-thru movie event for all freshmen to enjoy.
STUDENT of the YEAR: TAHILL SAGE Tahil Sage is an excellent example of a well-rounded student and scholar. He has shared his talents with our Whites Creek High family as a peer leader, musician, and athlete. Because of his commitment to excellence, his school community has benefited greatly from his natural talent to lead and to connect with others by engaging in many school activities. Among them, he has been a member of our Cobra Football team, Track Team, and he has served as a WCHS Ambassador where his communication skills and charismatic personality are always on display. His diligence and dedication to excellence and scholarship in our Cobra community have been honored in his receipt of the National Football Foundation Scholar-Athlete Award, the Worden/ Redgren Courage Award, and the WC Hume Award.
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CAREER EXPLORATION FAIR
72% of freshmen attended the Career Exploration Fair
GRADUATION RATE
JOB SHADOWS
CAPSTONE
INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS
ATTENDANCE RATE
EARLY COLLEGE CREDIT
INDUSTRY FIELD TRIPS
SCHOLARSHIP MONIES OFFERED
COMMUNITY INVESTMENT
Whites Creek had a graduation rate of 82.7%
115 students earned industry certifications
86% of sophomores engaged in industry field trips
84% of juniors engaged in job shadowing
Whites Creek had an attendance rate of 84%
Students were offered $2,474,536 in scholarships
92% of seniors completed a capstone project
23 students received early college credit
$16,725 was donated by the community in time, talent and in-kind donations
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SCHOOL DISTRICT Received Cohort 6 Smaller Learning Communities (SLC) Grant (8 high schools)
COMMUNITY Alignment Nashville convened 80+ community members and district/school personnel for collaborative HS redesign planning
SCHOOL DISTRICT Freshman Academies established in 8 grant schools
COMMUNITY PENCIL and the Chamber of Commerce were selected to co-manage Academy business engagement
SCHOOL DISTRICT Career/ Thematic Academies are planned at the 8 grant schools; structured proposal process in place
COMMUNITY Chamber of Commerce developed CEO Champions, established 6 Partnership Councils
SCHOOL DISTRICT Wall-to- Wall Academies were established in 12 high schools
COMMUNITY The Chamber of Commerce co-planned the first Career Exploration Fair
SCHOOL DISTRICT Academies of Nashville named a Ford Next Generation Learning Community Hub
COMMUNITY Alignment and PENCIL co-hosted the first Academy Partner Signing Event The Chamber of Commerce organized the first AON Awards
SCHOOL DISTRICT Consistent focus on instruction across high schools was established
COMMUNITY Chamber of Commerce provided professional brand development and marketing plan through external consultant, and developed the “I Can” campaign in conjunction with Ford, the Memorial Foundation, Turner Family Foundation, and HCA
SCHOOL DISTRICT Postsecondary partners were assigned to academies
COMMUNITY PENCIL signed 200th Academy Partner
SCHOOL DISTRICT President Obama visited the Academies of Nashville and gave a presentation following the State of the Union Address
COMMUNITY Nashville named the first ever Ford NGL model community
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TEDxNashvilleEd event was hosted and featured student speakers from Academies of Nashville Virtual Tours of all high schools were recorded, and a student from Pearl Cohn Entertainment Magnet High School student became the first student signed by Warner Record Label
COMMUNITY 140 students earned an industry certification funded by MNPS, the Nashville Chamber of Commerce and supported by PENCIL
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The power of partnership shines with the opening of: Bridgestone/Firestone Service Center at Maplewood HS, the US Community Credit Union student run branch at Hillsboro HS, and the HCA emergency medical response lab at Hillwood HS
COMMUNITY AON Study Visit reached participation of more than 2,000 people with an economic impact of more than $1 million Pencil & Deloitte hosted the Partner Summit to share best practices and create peer dialogue on business engagement
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SCHOOL DISTRICT Academies of Nashville celebrated its ten-year anniversary St. Thomas Health partnered with the district to establish the Health Scholars
COMMUNITY
PENCIL hosted a partner recommitment ceremony to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Academies of Nashville
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SCHOOL DISTRICT. Partners and schools supported student’s experiential learning by establishing a 40-panel solar farm at Whites Creek HS, an outdoor electrical training lab at Maplewood HS, and a community health clinic at Maplewood HS
COMMUNITY Alignment Nashville took over sponsorship of the 2017 My Future. My Way. Career Exploration Fair
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AON exceeded KPI growth in dual credit and industry certifications, growing industry certification pass rate to 64%
COMMUNITY Founding partners and community partners began participation in AON annual walkthroughs at each school. The Nashville Hub and Alignment Nashville, in conjunction with AON, hosted the 10th Annual Career Exploration Fair
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AON and the Chamber of Commerce pilot Career Launch, the first pre-apprenticeship program for the Academies focusing on three pathways in three schools: Electrical (Maplewood); Healthcare (Pearl-Cohn); and Culinary (McGavock) The AON Health Science CTE pathways donated 20,000 units of PPE to HCA Healthcare in the midst of the COVID 19 pandemic
COMMUNITY PENCIL managed, monitored, and helped to sustain 392 partnerships in support of The Academies of Nashville The Nashville Hub awarded over $40,000 in Starr Award grant funds to the Academies of Nashville
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AON became a part of the New Skills Ready network from JPMorgan Chase and Co., a five-year, $7 million dollar investment in the Nashville community, in partnership with the Nashville Chamber of Commerce Donna Gilley retired as Director of the Academies of Nashville/CTE, and Jennifer Bell was named the new Director in April of 2021
COMMUNITY Nashville Hub temporarily converted its successful Academies of Nashville Study Visits and consulting services to a virtual format, allowing communities continued access to these services during the pandemic The LP PENCIL Box distributed $354,000.00 of core school supplies and personal protective equipment (PPE) to AON schools
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ANTIOCH
• Bank of America Priest Lake Community Finance Center • Coca Cola Bottling Company Consolidated
ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING & AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY • Lincoln College of Technology • My Toolbox Consulting • Nissan North America, Inc • United Parcel Service
ACADEMY OF HOSPITALITY & MARKETING • Fully Promoted of Antioch • Hampton Inn Crossings • Ingram Content Group • Nashville Opera Noah Liff Center • Nashville State Community College Culinary Arts Program • Tennessee Performing Arts Center • Victor Chatman Productions
ACADEMY OF TEACHING & SERVICE • Davidson County Juvenile Court • Lane Motor Museum • Lipscomb University College of Education • MNPS Counseling Service • Nashville State Community College • Nashville State Community College • Tennessee Army National Guard
THE TENNESSEE CREDIT UNION ACADEMY OF BUSINESS & FINANCE • Deloitte • The Tennessee Credit Union
CANE RIDGE • BLAZE Mentoring Program
ACADEMY OF ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION • ACE Mentors • Associated General Contractors of Middle
Tennessee • Barge Design Solutions Inc. • Enterprise Solutions • EOA Architects • Messer Construction • Metro Nashville Public Schools Department of Planning and Construction • Middle Tennessee State University • Ole South Properties • Rogers Group • Tennessee College of Applied Technology • The Interchange Foundation • WASCO • Wirtgen America, Inc.
ACADEMY OF ARTS & COMMUNICATION • Anode • Big Visual Group • Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum • MTSU Electronic Media Communications • Nashville Prevention Partnership
ACADEMY OF HEALTH MANAGEMENT • Ascension Saint Thomas Health • ConnectUs Health • Donate Life Tennessee • HCA Healthcare • HealthSpring • HealthStream • Interfaith Dental Clinic • Life Care Center of Hickory Woods • Parallon Service Center • TriStar Health
ACADEMY OF LAW • Attorney General's Office • Davidson County Juvenile Court • Davidson County Sheriff's Department • Metro Nashville Police Department - South Precinct • Nashville Conflict Resolution Center • Tennessee Army National Guard
GLENCLIFF
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ACADEMY OF AGRICULTURE, AUTOMOTIVE, & TECHNOLOGY • ACE Mentors • American Society of Civil Engineers • Bristol Motor Sports • Carlex • Earl Swensson Associates • Holtkamp Greenhouses (Optimara) • Metro Nashville Airport Authority • Metro Nashville Planning Department • Middle Tennessee State University • Nashville Civic Design Center • Nashville Electrical JATC (NEJATC) • Nashville State Community College • Spring Automation • Tennessee State University College of Agriculture • Trevecca Nazarene University J.V. Morsch School of Social Justice • Wyatt Johnson Ford
ACADEMY OF HEALTH & HOSPITALITY • Blood Assurance • Dialysis Clinic, Inc. • Disney Destination • Foh & Boh • Hospitality Consulting and Training • Just Cruisin' Plus • Lowes Vanderbilt Hotel • Meharry Medical College • Nashville Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics • Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp • Premier World Discovery • Senior Helpers of Middle Tennessee • Solace Oral Surgery • Tennessee State University Occupational Therapy • Vanderbilt University Campus Dining • Vui's Kitchen Berry Hill
FORD ACADEMY OF BUSINESS & INNOVATION • Atema Partners • CMG Financial • Compass Real Estate • Dell • First Advantage Bank
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• Ford Motor Company Fund/ Henry Ford Learning Institute • Ford Motor Credit • Jordan Fremgen Deisgn • McLeod Software • Nashville State Community College • The Aston Real Estate Group • Turnip Green Creative Reuse • Watkins College of Art, Design and Film Zeitlin Sotheby's International Realty
HILLSBORO
• AMEND Together at YWCA • BLAZE Mentoring Program • Dr. Katherine Y. Brown and Associates • Girls Inc. at YWCA • Touchstone Youth Resource Services
ACADEMY OF GLOBAL HEALTH & SCIENCE • Belmont University College of Pharmacy • Blood Assurance • SpecialtyCare • Tennessee Army National Guard • Tennessee State University College of Health Sciences • The Heimerdinger Foundation • Vanderbilt Collaborative for STEM Education Outreach • Vanderbilt University Medical Center
ACADEMY OF INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE • American Baptist College • Center for Applied Second Language Studies, Univ. of Oregon • Excellence In Motion (EIM) • Green Hills Family YMCA • Nashville Shakespeare Festival • Tennessee Army National Guard • Tennessee State University Honors College • Transit Alliance of Middle Tennessee • Vanderbilt University Center for Latin American Studies
FRESHMAN ACADEMY • Legends Bank • US Community Credit Union
US COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION ACADEMY OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS & COMMUNICATIONS • Belmont University Center for International Business
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• Curetone Music LLC • EY • Junior Achievement of Middle Tennessee • McNeely, Pigott & Fox Public Relations • Nashville Education, Community & Arts Television (NECAT) • Nashville State Community College • Rocketown • T-Mobile • US Community Credit Union
HILLWOOD
• Bellevue Family YMCA • BLAZE Mentoring Program
ACADEMY OF ART, DESIGN, & COMMUNICATION • American Constructors, Inc. • ASD|SKY • Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art • Frist Art Museum • Nashville Education, Community & Arts Television (NECAT) • Nashville Film Institute • Quaver Music • The Parthenon
ACADEMY OF BUSINESS & HOSPITALITY • Bell Garden • Gray Line Tennessee • Helton Group • Hillwood Country Club • Holiday Inn Vanderbilt • Northpoint Hospitality • The Loveless Cafe • Vanderbilt University
ACADEMY OF HEALTH SCIENCES • Belmont University School of Nursing • HCA Healthcare • Marian University at Saint Thomas Health • Premise Health • Tennessee College of Applied Technology • Tennessee State University - College of Health Sciences
FRESHMAN ACADEMY • Touchstone Youth Resource Services
HUNTERS LANE • BLAZE Mentoring Program • Girls Inc. at YWCA
ACADEMY OF DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY • Nashville Technology Council • Nossi College of Art
ACADEMY OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES & INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE • Blood:Water Mission • Centerstone • First Call Ambulance Service • Hands on Nashville • Metro Nashville Fire Department • Nashville Public Library • Park Center • Qualifacts Systems, Inc. • TriStar Skyline Medical Center • Union University Hendersonville • Volunteer State Community College
ACADEMY OF HOSPITALITY, MARKETING & BUSINESS • Dollar General Corporation • Event Logistics, Inc. • Music City Center • Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp • Omni Nashville Hotel
JOHN OVERTON • BLAZE Mentoring Program • Nashville State Community College
ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING • Adventure Science Center • Earl Swensson Associates • Enterprise Solutions • Hiller Plumbing Heating Cooling & Electrical/Total Tech • Lipscomb College of Engineering • Metro Human Resources • Metro Water • National Guard • Prisma • Safe-T-Cover • Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. • Turner & Townsend
ACADEMY OF HEALTH SCIENCES • Ascension Saint Thomas Health • Davidson County Juvenile Court • HCA Healthcare • Lipscomb University College of Pharmacy • Major Family Chiropractic
Academies of Nashville
• Marian University at Saint Thomas Health • National Guard • Tennessee College of Applied Technology • The Surgical Clinic • TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center
ACADEMY OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY • Acumen Technology • Bedroc • Boe-Tel • Comcast • Computer Pros • Comstasis, LLC • Darvis • Deloitte • HCA Healthcare • Jackson National • Lipscomb University College of Computing & Technology • Nashville Technology Council • Network Solutions Group • Republic Bank • Tractor Supply Company • Trevecca Nazarene University Department of Information Technology • Trinisys • uBreakiFix • UBS
ACADEMY OF INTERDISCIPLINARY TECHNOLOGY • Andrew Jackson's Hermitage: Home of the People's President • BAM! Social Business • Belmont University Jack C. Massey College of Business • Belmont University, Lila D. Bunch Library • Helton Group • Improving the Odds • Land Trust of Tennessee at Glen Leven Farm • Mom Works, Too • Nashville Symphony • Sister Cities of Nashville • Tennessee Department of Human Resources • Trevecca Nazarene University Department of Music
FRESHMAN ACADEMY • Randstad Work Solutions • Touchstone Youth Resource Services
MAPLEWOOD • BLAZE Mentoring Program
Academy Partners
• Marcus Lucas Household • Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) • The Horace Mann Companies • Todd's Taco Shop (Demo Org)
ACADEMY OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP & INNOVATION • Alliance Bernstein • Aveda Institute • BBOLD • Bridgestone Americas, Inc. • GEODIS • Lincoln College of Technology • Paul Mitchell • Plato's Closet • Studio615 • Tennessee State University - College of Business • Urban League of Middle Tennessee
ACADEMY OF HEALTH & ELECTRICAL SERVICES • Ascension Saint Thomas Health • Marian University at Saint Thomas Health • Metro Nashville Fire Department • Middle TN School of Anesthesia • Nashville Electric Service (NES) • Stansell Electric Company, Inc. • Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)
MCGAVOCK • BLAZE Mentoring Program • Laura's Gift Foundation • Urban Green Lab • Vanderbilt University
ACADEMY OF AVIATION & TRANSPORTATION • Contour Aviation • Cummins Inc. • Metro Nashville Airport Authority • MTSU Department of Aerospace • MTSU Engineering Technology Department • Southwest Airlines • Tennessee College of Applied Technology • Tennessee Trucking Association (TTA) • The Horace Mann Companies • Triumph Aerostructures
AEGIS SCIENCES CORPORATION ACADEMY OF LIFE SCIENCE & LAW • Aegis Sciences Corporation • Davidson County Juvenile Court • Insight Genetics Inc.
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• Nashville Airport Department of Public Safety • Nashville Department of Emergency Communications • Tennessee Justice Center • Tennessee State University College of Agriculture • Tennessee Voices • Touchstone Youth Resource Services • TriStar Summit Medical Center • Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) • Volunteer State Community College
CMT ACADEMY OF DIGITAL DESIGN & COMMUNICATION • Country Music Television (CMT) • Nashville Education, Community & Arts Television (NECAT) • News 2 WKRN • Rocketown • Sir Speedy • Stones River National Battlefield • Victor Chatman Studios • Volunteer State Community College
THE GAYLORD OPRYLAND ACADEMY OF HOSPITALITY & USCCU ACADEMY OF BUSINESS & FINANCE • Cedarstone Bank • Deloitte • Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center • Hilton Nashville Airport Hotel • Lynne Maynor • Ryman Hospitality • Southwestern Travel Group • Tennessee State University - College of Business • US Community Credit Union • Vanderbilt University Campus Dining
PEARL-COHN • AMEND Together at YWCA • BLAZE Mentoring Program • Film House Inc. • Girls Inc. at YWCA • Nashville Eletcric Service • Tennessee National Guard
ACADEMY OF ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY • 6 Square Music LLC. • Ascend Federal Credit Union • Atelier 427 • Atlantic Records
• Audio Bridge • Audio Engineering Society • Belmont Universtiy Curb College of Entertainment and Management • Big Fella Vision • Bret Wolcott • Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) • Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. • D&Company Promotions • Intersection Music • Jusreall Music Group Global, LLC • Lenox Music Productions • Let's Make-up • Lightning 100 • Mt Zion • Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum • Nashville Black Film • Nashville Education, Community & Arts Television (NECAT) • Nashville Gymnastics Training Center • National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) • Prescription Music • PRSA Nashville • Rocketown • SAE Institute • SESAC • The LoveNoise Group • The Recording Academy - Nashville Chapter • This is Noteworthy • Truth Initiative • Universal Music Group (UMG) Nashville • Universal Music Publishing Group • Warner Music Nashville • WSMV News Channel 4
ACADEMY OF HEALTH SCIENCE & PERSONAL CARE • Benchfly • Centennial Medical Center • HCA Healthcare • HealthStream • Matthew Walker Health Partners • Meharry Medical College • Meharry School of Dentistry • Nashville State Community College • Paul Mitchell • Power Moves Knowledge • Skyline Medical Center • Southern Hills Medical Center • Tennessee College of Applied Sciences • Tennessee State University (TSU) • Unbelievable Cuts • Vanderbilt University
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• AMEND Together at YWCA • B Love Foundation Inc. • BLAZE Mentoring Program • Dalewood United Methodist Church • Family Affair Ministries • Lord and Winter • Martha O'Bryan - Top Floor • Midtown Fellowship Church • Nashville Inner City Ministry • TML Entertainment Group
ACADEMY OF NATIONAL SAFETY & SECURITY TECHNOLOGIES • 118 Mission Support Group • Apex Systems • Belmont University Legal Aid Society • Belmont University, Department of Education • CGI (formerly CTS) • Courtney Teasley Law • Davidson County Juvenile Court • Davidson County Sheriff's Department • Federal Bureau of Investigation • GoEpps • Junior Achievement of Middle Tennessee • Kroll • Metro Nashville Police Department - East Precinct • Nashville Software School • Nashville State Community College • Nashville Technology Council • PTSO-Stratford STEM Upper Campus • Tennessee Army National Guard • Tennessee Bureau of Investigation • Tennessee Law Enforcement Academy • Tennessee State University College of Engineering • Thistle Farms • Vanderbilt University School of Engineering • Willis Group
ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & ENGINEERING • ACE Mentors • Adventure Science Center • Barge Design Solutions Inc. • Cumberland River Compact • Nashville State Community College • National Weather Service • Nissan North America, Inc • Pierian Biosciences • PTSO-Stratford STEM Upper Campus
• Tennessee State University College of Engineering • U.S. Army Corps. Of Engineers • Universal Robotics • Vanderbilt Collaborative for STEM Education Outreach • Vanderbilt University Institute for Software Integrated Systems • Vanderbilt University Peabody College • Vivid Aerial R/C
WHITES CREEK • Belmont University-College of Law • MNPD North Precinct • My Toolbox Consulting • Nissan
ACADEMY OF ALTERNATIVE ENERGY, COMMUNITY HEALTH, & LAW • Brown & Caldwell • Cumberland International Trucking Co. • Davidson County Sheriff's Department • Energy Electives • Lincoln College of Technology • Metro Nashville Public Health Dept. • Nashville State University • Parman Energy Group • PNC Financial • Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Center for Health Policy at Meharry Medical College • Tennessee Army National Guard • Tennessee State University College of Agriculture • Tennessee State UniversityMen's Initiative • Toyota Material Handling MidSouth • United Parcel Service • Waste Management of TN, Inc. • Wende Rutherford Attorney
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT & POLICY The Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, color, age, and/or disability in admission to, access to, or operation of its programs, services, or activities, and provides access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. MNPS does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.