VHS Medical Science Academy

VHS Medical Science Academy

Academy of Health & Medical Sciences Teaching Staff Team Mr. Costanzo - Principal Mrs. Wilson - Academy Vice Principal Mr. Monteleone - MSA Coordinator Mrs. Monteleone - Freshman English Ms. Desso - Biology and Chemistry Mr. Phillips - Health Science Careers Mr. Gilkey - 10th and 11th English Mr. Mckee - Modern Civilization Mr. Arnold- U.S. History Mr. Bristol - AP U.S. History Mr. Sanchez- Honors Human Anatomy Mr. Gedalia - CTE Teacher/Athletic Trainer/EMT Hubert Paz - Athletic Trainer Mrs. Rosenast - Academy Counselor

*small learning community School Within a School College & Career *college & career prep *industry pathways *family-like environment Student Teams Teacher Team Classes Sequenced Industry Partners select pathway 9th-12th family environment motivational activities interdisciplinary committed to mission & goals integrate projects industry-focused integrate career technology project-based learning articulation & certifications advisory boards internships job shadows guest speakers project advisors college visits field trips Leadership interventions

Benefits to Joining the Academy builds confidence builds relationships builds networking experiences in varying environments and situations academic language and medical terminology community service and volunteering opportunities communication skill soft skills application of a practical art College and Career Ready Academies are designed to prepare students for both college and career by relating academic subjects to a career field via a sequence of career-technical courses, linking students to the outside world and career paths of possible future interest.

MSA s Accomplishments 2017 - Safe Sports School Award - 1st in St. Francis HS Sports Medicine Competition - 4th in Washington Career and Technical Sports Medicine Association Competition - Ranked on National Sports Medicine Test - 3 High School All-Americans, National Test 2017 - Alumni: 3 students in nursing school, 3 nurses, 2 students in medical school, 1 Physical Therapist, 1 student in Physical Therapy school, 1 student in chiropractic school, 5 EMT s, 5 students in school for Athletic Training and 5 Athletic Trainers

Our Mission: The Medical Science Academy was established to create an education plan for driven students and to prepare them for positions in the medical field. Academy Enrollment: 124 students

Art ASB Spanish, French, Italian, Sign Language Band/Choir Photo Theater Yearbook/Journalism Video Production Computer Science

Baseball Softball Basketball Swimming Cheer Tennis Cross Country Track and Field Football Volleyball Golf Wrestling Soccer Lacrosse

Over 100 clubs on campus! MSA Clubs: 72 Beats MSA Smile Club Global Medicine Club

What is the Health & Medical Field? Academically focused on biomedical sciences, health, medicine, preventing and curing disease Lab science & research Nutrition, medicine, psychology Patient care Athletic Training and Physical Therapy

Pathway Outlook

MSA Sophomore Career Pathway Decisions 2017

Freshman Year Academy Classes: Exploring Health Careers & Health Biology English 9 or Honors English 9 Regular Classes: math, Fine Art or Foreign Language, and jsdnjsdknskjdnsiphysical Education Expectations: be open minded with all careers choices Optional Field Experience: invitation to observe in field asvdasjdvsavsadvsdavasv experience

Summer School Options PE Fine Arts Modern Civilizations

Sophomore Year Academy Classes: Kinesiology or Body Systems and Disorder Chemistry English 10 Modern Civilizations or AP World Regular Classes: math, Foreign Language Expectations: careers choices and visit universities/colleges Requirements: Field Experience Hours - 45 hours/semester CPR/First Aid Certification

Summer School Options PE Fine Arts U.S History Foreign Language No more than two classes can be taken at Summer School

Junior Year Academy Classes: Sports Medicine Applied Physiology or Health Science Emergency Medicine or Health Essentials Honors Anatomy and Physiology English 11 U.S. History Regular Classes: Math, Foreign Language Expectation: visit Universities and Colleges - what type is your fit? Requirements: Field Experience-60 hours per semester SAT and/or ACT

Summer School Options PE Fine Arts

Senior Year Academy Classes: Honors Athletic Training or EMR or General Medicine (3) Sports Medicine Practicum (After school - each semester) Physics English 12 (ERWC) Government/Economics Regular Classes: Math and/or Fine Art Expectations: prepare for college applications, take advantage of Internship, SAT and/or ACT Requirements: Field Experience Hours--90 hours/semester, HealthCare Internship, CPR/First Aid Certification

Commonly asked questions Are there any Honors or AP MSA classes? A: Honors Anatomy & Physiology during Junior year and Honors Athletic Training Senior year. Can I take other Honor or AP classes as an MSA student? A: Yes, many of our students take honors or AP classes as an academy student. You just will not be integrated into the academy class for that subject If I cannot decide between the class paths, can I choose to take more than one? A: Yes, because two out of the three routes are after-school classes

Projects & Activities Academy of Health & Medical Sciences Medical Themed Community Service: Relay for Life Female Health Clinic Free LA Health Clinic Purple Walk - Domestic Violence Henry Mayo Disaster Drill Guest speakers on various medical careers ER Physician Dentist Nutritionist EMT Athletic Trainer

Projects & Activities Academy of Health & Medical Sciences College Tours and Competition One of the goals for the students of the Medical Science Academy is to know which college they would like to attend before they graduate high school. One of the ways we attempt to achieve this goal is through college tours. Some of the schools we have visited include San Diego State University, UC San DIego, UC Irvine, University of San Diego, USC, UCLA, UC Davis, CSUN, and UCSB. Academy students at UC Irvine

Leadership Freshman/Sophomore Junior/Senior Committee member Relay for Life Leader College Tour Coordinator HOSA President Grey shirts Purple shirts

MSA Clubs 72 Beats Club 72 Beats was founded by Chibuzo Ikonte after he went into cardiac arrest at basketball practice. MSA students utilized CPR and an AED, which ensured his survival. Inspired him to start a club that educates teenagers on the importance of CPR and how to perform it. Global Medicine Club New club this year Based on teaching students about Global medicine, spreading awareness, and helping out in the community Transcultural diseases test at HOSA competition

Healthcare Percent change in Job Growth from 2014-2024 Dental hygienist - 14% Physical Therapist - 34% Occupational Therapist - 27% Physicians/Surgeons - 15% Psychiatrists - 15% Orthodontists - 18% Athletic Trainers - 21% Pharmacists - 3% Chiropractors - 18% Epidemiologist - 6% Nurse Practitioners - 35% Registered Nurses - 16% OTHER HEALTH & MEDICAL SCIENCES CAREERS: Clinical Medical Technologists Dentists & Dental Hygienists Dieticians & Nutritionists Geneticists Medical Laboratory Technicians Mental Health Therapist Occupational Therapists Personal Care Aides Pharmacists Physicians Psychiatric Technician Psychologist Radiologists Surgeons

Post-It Check: Is Health & Medical For Me? You might be a good fit for this academy if you... like learning about the body, diet, health, disease, fitness are interested in a career in the medical field like helping people; enjoy communicating and working with a team are curious about how to cure/ prevent diseases, discover new medicines enjoy learning new terms, new systems, new technology act calmly in stressful, critical, or dangerous situations are comfortable in healthcare settings: hospitals, labs, clinics, gyms, etc. appreciate science, biology, chemistry, nature, anatomy

Valencia High FAQs 1. What will my daily schedule look like? All classes are 56 minutes long. You ll take 6 classes each day. (See next slide with sample.) 2. Does the Academy affect athletic teams or clubs? No. All sports and clubs are open to anyone. The academy does not interfere with sports teams or clubs; this is a great way to meet new people. 3. Can I take theater, art, music, video or ASB? YES. The electives and arts classes including Theater, Marching Band, Art and Video are open to all MSA students, regardless of pathways. If you choose to be in the academy as well as one of these electives, you will not have enough room in your schedule to take a foreign language. 4. Can I take AP courses in my 11th & 12th Grade Year? YES. These courses are available to all students. 5. What if I want to leave the Academy? Students are allowed to leave the academy at anytime, but the last opportunity to join is the beginning of your sophomore year. However, we encourage students to pick carefully now and stay!

VHS Sample 9th Grade Schedule PLEASE NOTE: FALL SEMESTER - Sample Schedule MON (A) TUES (B) WED (A) THUR (B) FRI (A) Each class is 56 minutes long Per. 1 Per. 2 Health Science Careers Health Science Careers Health Science Careers Health Science Careers Health Science Careers Per. 3 Biology Biology Biology Biology Biology Per. 4 Spanish 1 Spanish 1 Spanish 1 Spanish 1 Spanish 1 Per. 5 Algebra 1 Algebra 1 Algebra 1 Algebra 1 Algebra 1 Per. 6 English English English English English Per. 7 PE PE PE PE PE All 9th graders take at 6 courses in a semester:

Remind App--9th grade PARENTS STUDENTS MSA Parent Class of 2021 MSA Student Class of 2021 Text the number 81010 Text the number 81010 @p-msa2021 @s-msa2021

Remind App--10th grade PARENTS STUDENTS MSA Parent Class of 2021 MSA Student Class of 2021 Text the number 81010 Text the number 81010 @p-msa2020 @s-msa2020

MSA Academic Support tutoring schedule tutors and students who need help can sign up takes place before school, at lunch, and after school held in Academy teacher s classrooms so they are there to help student-lead

Newsletter, Website, and App Newsletter: - sent out once every month - lead by the journalism committee Website: - http://valenciahi ghmsa.wixsite. com/vhsmsa How to download MSA App: - Find the link on homepage of the Website - Click box at the top corner of phone screen - Add to homescreen

Team Building - Academy Wednesdays Similar classes Lunch parties Study sessions Relay for life (sleeping overnight) Summer time bonding

Contact Us If you have questions about the Medical Science Academy, please contact Mr. Monteleone at Jmonteleone@hartdistrict.org 661-294-1188 x707