Career Academy Newsletter

I continue to be impressed with the amazing things that happen daily at the Career Academy.

Just today I spent time in the agriculture classroom where students were digging into an article on how Covid-19 is impacting farm veterinarians. Students read the article, answered questions, shared their learning with their classmates, and then responded to the article with a written assignment. The dialogue in the classroom was energetic, and the life experiences the students shared were unique and profound.

After class I walked towards the fashion and interior design classroom where I passed three students who were working on a compound machine for engineering. They built the machine and kept detailed notes with photos in a notebook, documenting their work. Their task for the day was to calculate the mechanical advantage of their compound machine. I could have watched them work for hours.

Eventually I made it to the fashion classroom where I visited with two students who were working with patterns for their next project. They were making calculations to determine how much material they would need and were working through the design process based on their vision for their final product.

What never fails to amaze me about the work happening here is the relevant learning that takes place. Students take the reading, writing, speaking, and math skills they've been learning for years and put them into practice, sometimes without even realizing it is happening.

As you begin to plan for the next school year I hope you'll consider trying a class at the Career Academy or Harry Hopkins campus. We would be happy to help guide you towards a good fit, or answer any questions you may have.

Katie

FAFSA Season: Seniors, if you have not started your FAFSA, consider doing so soon. Most colleges have a priority deadline. Check the deadline of any colleges/universities you are applying to. If you need assistance with your FAFSA, see your home high school counselor or Mr. Lucas at the Career Academy.

College/University Scholarships: Along with FAFSA priority deadlines, most colleges have a scholarship deadline. Some of these deadlines can be as early as December 1st. Scholarships can be automatic and included in your application process. Some though require a separate application. Check the financial aid link at all schools you are applying to or contact the college/university admissions and/or financial aid office.

Other Scholarship Opportunities: Additional scholarship opportunities for seniors can be found in their Canvas accounts by clicking on the HS District Advisory course. Scholarships are grouped by local, state and national categories. More info about accessing these scholarship links will be available in December.

ACT/College Readiness: Need help with the college planning process and preparing for the ACT Test? The Career Academy is offering four sections of College Planning/ACT prep for 2nd semester. This course is a great opportunity to cover a variety of college planning topics as well as improving ones ACT score for college admissions and scholarship opportunities. See your counselor about adding this course for 2nd semester.

November 25th - 1 hr early dismal for Thanksgiving break

November 26-27 - NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving break

SEE YOU ON NOVEMBER 30th!

Meet Jacob Mace who is a senior at East High.

Thanks to our College & Test Prep class at the Career Academy he raised all of his ACT scores.

He raised his English score by 10 points to a perfect 36 and his composite up 3 points!

He keeps busy with Showchoir, Debate, Speech, StuCo & Dance.

This this class was key to his success.

Collaboration, Creativity, Communication, and Critical Thinking – These four “C’s” are the cornerstone to successful learning. Students in the Career Academy Education Pathway worked in collaboration to address key teaching practices used in the classroom.

From camps to sports leagues to family services, the SCCSD Virtual Backpack serves as a link between non-profit community partners and our students and families.

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The Sioux City Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following areas: Business & Marketing, Family & Consumer Science, Health Science, and Industrial Arts, Technology, & PLTW.

The Sioux City Community School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information (for employment), national origin, religion, age (for employment), disability, socioeconomic status (for programs), marital status (for programs), or veteran status (for employment) in its educational programs and its employment practices. The District is required by Title IX and 34 CFR Part 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex in its programs, activities, or employment.

Inquiries or grievances under Section 504 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act may be directed to Jen Gomez, Director of Student Services & Equity Education/Title IX Coordinator at 627 4th Street, Sioux City, IA 51101, (712) 279-6075, gomezj2@live.siouxcityschools.com. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations to the District may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education, or both. Please see District Board policies 103 and 504.4 for additional information on available grievance procedures.

Principal: Katie Towler

Website: https://www.siouxcityschools.org/sioux-city-career-academy/
Location: 627 4th Street, Sioux City, IA, USA
Phone: 712-279-6668
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Twitter: @SCCareerAcademy