The JTHS STEM Academy students will participate in unique and authentic learning experiences including, but not limited to, CAD Honors, Robotic Engineering, Pre-Calculus Honors, Chemistry Honors, Engineering 1 & 2 Honors, AP Physics, and AP Computer Science A. These courses include Sports and Entertainment Honors, AP Economics, Advertising and Promotion Honors, Entrepreneurship Honors, Business Law Honors, International Business Honors, and Marketing 2 Honors. Additionally, students will not only enroll in honors-level courses but beginning Junior year, they will be eligible to take the following courses and receive up to 21 credits from Fairleigh Dickinson University. The JTHS Business and Finance Academy students will participate in unique and authentic learning experiences including, but not limited to, Stock Market Challenge, Profession Shadowing, Student-run Credit Union, School Store, Volunteering, Industry Work, Euro Challenge, Career Day, QuickBooks Certification, Public Speaking and participating in DECA. Students who attend the JTHS Academies will engage in an honors-level theme-based curriculum, and move through the program in a cohort with their grade level. Please make sure to stay updated with important information that is listed under the 'Announcements' section on the left side.ĭear Parent/Guardian and Students, Applications for the academies are now open! The mission of the JTHS Academies is to provide select students with an alternative, but progressive and elite high school experience. Please look at the Virtual Backpack on Quick Links for events and camp flyers. This mission will be accomplished through a shared commitment to excellence in teaching and learning, enhanced by active partnerships, mutual respect, and communication between the school, students, families, and the greater community. The mission of Jefferson Township High School is to encourage all students to reach their potential as self-directed and creative individuals who act responsively in dealing with intellectual, social/emotional, technical, environmental, ethical, and fiscal decisions.

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