2021-2022 Course Guide 122120 FINAL (1) - Flipbook - Page 39
Design,
Communication
& Media Academy
A Design, Communications and Media Academy Endorsement on the High
School Diploma will be awarded to students who complete the
requirements of the academy.
Overall Requirements
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Coursework
○ Computer Design 1 -REQUIRED COURSE
○ Web Development & Social Media Management -REQUIRED COURSE
○ Media Production 1 -REQUIRED COURSE
○ 3 additional strand-specific courses [see grid below]
Co-Curricular Connection
○ Active involvement in at least one creative co-curricular activity
■ Clubs: Falls Creative or Yearbook
■ Events: Film Festival, FBLA Reg/State or Visioneers Design Challenge
○ 2 field trips related to career or college post-secondary opportunities during 10th-12th grade, accompanied
by a written reflection (submitted via Google Form)
Community Engagement
○ 2 Job Shadows (4+ hours each) during 10th-12th grade, accompanied by a written reflection (submitted via
Google Form)
○ 20 hours of volunteer experience in a related field during 9th - 12th grade
■ Participation in groups/clubs related to this academy contributes to this total
Capstone Experience (12th grade)
○ Select One
■ AP Art & Design 2D Design- Design or Communication Strand
■ Media Production 3- Media or Communication Strand
○ The capstone experience will provide opportunities to apply skills and concepts in a problem-based extensive
project. In addition, students will create an electronic career portfolio and will share final projects with the
community in a public showcase event (MFHS FILM FESTIVAL EVENING)
○ Exit Interview with Advisor
Potential Careers
Design
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Graphic Designer
Advertising
Motion Graphics
Photography
Web Design
Digital Illustrator
Communication
● Copywriter
● Journalist
● Public Relations
● Reporter
● Strategic Writing
● Web Developer
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Media
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Audio Production
Digital Recording
Music Editor
Screenwriter
Sound Engineering
Video Production