PACS (Pathways, Arts, Computer-Technology, and Science)
Mission
Pathway, Arts, Computer-Technolgy and Science (PACS) mission is to provide students of all levels with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to approach any form of The Art: with a creative and innovative mind and skill set. PACS individualizes student’s interest and talents creates and develops a unique experience which stimulates and enhances the Artist both mentally and physically.
Vision
PACS fosters a sense of passion for students to discover their inner-self and ignite the artistry creative outlets for expression.
Students will apply the language, knowledge, technique and confidence to individualize their approach to The Arts.
Exposing students to rigorous content in preparation for college and career readiness in the fields of:
Arts Pathway Description:
The Arts Pathway exposes students to careers in the arts, media, and entertainment industry by focusing on the performing arts. Students have the opportunity to creatively express themselves while learning about fundamental elements of theatre, dance, and/or music and its cultural connections to ancestry, identity, and social and political issues surrounding the art of our generation.
The Arts are vital to our youth education and future opportunities which will showcase student’s diversity, creativity, collaboration, problem solving, physical and academic excellence evolving technologies, and professional experiences through Arts Education.
Technology Pathway Description:
The Technology pathway focuses on exposing students to information and communications technologies with some exposure or aspects of the Marketing, Sales, and Services sector.
In a two-year technology course, students engage in a variety of activities and projects that allow them to learn about programming, coding, and systems all while engaging and experiencing the design cycle. Students are also exposed to a variety of platforms in order to introduce them to the different types of software currently used to collaborate and manage projects in a variety of sectors. Since many of the projects that students engage in require them to think of the user of their creations, marketing concepts are also covered.