The following learning pathways present  well defined, unified learning experiences a with a specific theme. The pathways include the P-CEP Academies and Smaller Learning Communities.

 The Academy Application opens after Curriculum Night on February 1 and closes at noon on February 9. There is no priority given to early submissions, all submissions made by noon on February 9 will be considered together. You may only apply to one academy. Families interested in learning more about each academy should join us for an information night at Canton High School at 6:00 or 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 18.

Pathways include:

• Arts Academy,
• Business Academy,
• International Academy and International Baccalaureate Program
• STEM Academy
• Smaller Learning Communities at Canton, Plymouth, and Salem High Schools
• Virtual Academy

Arts Academy

The Arts Academy @ The Park (AA@P-CEP) is for those students -musicians, photographers, actors, painters, sculptors or dancers -who see the world from an artistic perspective. Highlights of the AA@P-CEP include an arts integrated English, Science and Social studies courses in freshman and sophomore years, the opportunity to explore a chosen arts specialty in greater depth, participation in Academy performance events and community work, and a collaborative/community-focused capstone experience, Thanks to partnerships with University Musical Society @ University of Michigan, Michigan Philharmonic, College for Creative Studies in Detroit and other local universities, Arts Academy students experience world-class performances and interact with teaching artists both on and off campus.

Arts Academy Information for 8th Grade Students   video - info slides  - FAQ

Arts Academy web page

Director: Dr. Sean Jackman,  sean.jackman@pccsk12.com

Business Academy

The Business Academy is a program designed to educate and prepare students with a passion for business. P-CEP Business Academy students will be placed on an innovative four-year academic pathway that will address college and career readiness skills while also meeting all high school prerequisites for acceptance into competitive post-secondary institutions.  The rigorous courses will enable students to develop and apply key skills for success in the business world, i.e. critical thinking/problem solving, research, reading/writing, speaking/presenting, teamwork.  Seniors will engage in a service learning practicum that will enhance their experience in the Academy.  

Students who complete all four Business Academy classes at P-CEP with a minimum grade of “B” will receive 12 college credits with Schoolcraft College.  Upon completion of an Associate of Business Administration (ABA) Degree through Schoolcraft, students have the opportunity to transfer to Wayne State University to earn a bachelor’s degree in a Business-related field.  This opportunity is offered through a contract with PCCS, Schoolcraft College, and Wayne State University.

Business Academy web page

Business Academy Information for 8th Grade Students 

Directors:
Montyne Barbee montyne.barbee@pccsk12.com
Barb Rutecki barbara.rutecki@pccsk12.com

International Academy

Promoting personal development and a passion for learning, the International Academy @ The Park (IA@P) provides students with the opportunity to approach their high school studies from a global perspective.Cultural appreciation, theory of knowledge, and global citizenship are the hallmarks of this academy.Highlights of the IA@P include a strong focus on acquisition of world languages, emphasis on honors and advanced studies, interdisciplinary courses, field experience, and a partnership with higher education institutions which will allow students to earn college credit.Students who enroll in this academy have the opportunity to earn an International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. IB exams are administered by IBO at an additional cost. Fee waivers are available for qualifying families. Plymouth High School is an IB World School for the Diploma Programme. International Baccalaureate (IB) schools share a common philosophy—a commitment to a high quality, challenging, international education that P-CCS believes is important for our students.

International (Baccalaureate) Academy (IA@P-CEP)  Information for 8th Grade Students  video - Town Hall Recording

International Academy @ P-CEP website (Google site)

Directors:
Casey Swanson casey.swanson@pccsk12.com
Becky Kraft becky.kraft@pccsk12.com

STEM Academy 

 With the continuing globalization of the world’s economy, employers place a premium on, and will pay a high wage to, workers who possess the knowledge and skills to create new and innovative products and concepts. Students who commit to the STEM Academy @ The Park (SA@P) will take directed and focused steps toward competent and capable citizenship in a dynamic and technology-dependent society. The Project Lead the Way curriculum allows students to experience college preparatory-level classes and introduces them to the scope, rigor, and discipline of Engineering, Biomedicine, and Computer Science prior to their post-secondary experience.In addition to a clear emphasis on studies in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, highlights of the SA@P include a commitment to project-based based learning, partnerships with international businesses located within close proximity to the school district, career readiness, field experiences, a senior capstone, and partnerships with higher educational institutes to allow students to possibly get a jump on their next step in education.

STEM Academy Information for 8th Grade Students - info slides - FAQ

STEM Academy web page

Director:  John Magoulick,  John.Magoulick@pccsk12.com

Smaller Learning Communities at Canton, Plymouth, and Salem High Schools

Smaller Learning Communities are a personalized, interdisciplinary approach to learning for 9th grade students.  The goal of our 9th grade Smaller Learning Communities (SLCs) is to assist students in making a successful transition from middle school to high school and to be able to offer rich interdisciplinary learning experiences. Teams of two teachers (World History and World Literature) support approximately 60 students academically and foster connectedness with peers in smaller environments within students’ home buildings.

● The student’s SLC team (approximately 60 students) only applies to the students’ World History and World Literature classes in a two-hour block of time.
● Teachers may plan integrated lessons and projects, confer regularly regarding student progress, and take part in assemblies and field trips.
● Projects based learning and cross-curricular instruction between World History and World Literature may be explored.

Contact - Lauren Cummings at lauren.cummings@pccsk12.com for additional information or questions.
734-416-2813

SLC Information for 8th grade students

Virtual Academy