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Our Experiential Learning Academies
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An opportunity available to Dublin City School students at the Dublin Emerald Campus is the academies. Each offers students a chance to explore areas of interest and evaluate viable paths to a potential career. These opportunities aim to help students explore their interests beyond the traditional classroom.
- The academies are open to all Dublin City School students on the Emerald Campus.
- They are each 2-periods in length and offered at various times throughout the day depending on students' requests.
- There is no application process to enroll in the academies.
- Free transportation is provided between the home schools and the Emerald Campus.
- Interested students should consult with their school counselor for more details.
Select the academy option below to learn more information about each offering as well as visit the DCS Grades 6-12 Scheduling and Academic Planning Information.
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Aviation
Students in this academy will explore multiple aspects of the aviation industry and fundamentals in aviation while gaining insight into the many careers available in aviation. By the end of year one, students will be prepared to take the FAA Part 107 remote pilot license exam and the Unmanned Safety Institute (USI) Level One Safety Certificate to take the drone remote pilot license. Year two will prepare students to take the visual line of sight credentials (passing these credentials will help meet graduation requirements).
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Biomedical Research
The Biomedical Research Academy is an integrated immersion into biology, research, physiology and art. The program is designed to appeal to students with a strong interest in pursuing careers in medicine, nursing, research, or other allied health science fields. Students who participate in the Biomedical Research Academy will use a problem-based approach to develop a strong foundation into the practices of biomedical professionals and will gain significant career exposure.
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Cyber Academy
This program is for students interested in the rapidly developing and advancing field of Cybersecurity. Cyber students will learn skills that will prepare them for valuable certification exams and the potential for internships. Completing these courses and related certifications will provide students with a unique portfolio of skills to set them apart when applying for post-secondary institutions and/or career opportunities. Students who participate will take the Cybersecurity, IT, and Engineering Fundamentals at the home high school the first year, then travel to Emerald Campus for the 2-period academy the second year.
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Dublin Business (DBA)
The Dublin Business Academy (DBA) provides students with an opportunity to get started on the path to a successful career in business. This unique and challenging non-traditional program is for students interested in business, graphic design, or entrepreneurship. DBA students will contribute and study all aspects of running a real world business.
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Dublin Co-Op
Co-op experiences will allow students to engage in real-world learning and explore potential career pathways. Co-op experiences may take place during or outside the school day and may include site-based or project-based opportunities. Students will be expected to complete onboarding experiences with an assigned co-op advisor prior to starting the co-op experience. Students will participate in planning, goal setting, and other skills aligned to the OhioMeansJob Seal. Students must secure their own co-op experience and transportation; students who have not secured a co-op experience by the fourth week of the semester will need to adjust their schedule. Students are encouraged to pair this course with YPA and/or Leadership Academy with this course; however, it is not mandatory.
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Dublin Leadership
The Dublin Leadership Academy (DLA) assists students in developing the leadership skills and capacity necessary for post-secondary success. Through classroom lessons and community interaction, students work to develop critical thinking, communication, collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving skills with respect to their leadership.
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Dublin Teacher (DTA)
The Dublin Teacher Academy (DTA) is a junior and senior year program offered for college bound students to provide an opportunity to get a head start on the path to a successful career in education. It is open to students from all three high schools through an application process. In addition to site visits and internships, students will attend seminar and blended days at the Emerald Campus.
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EASE Logistics *NEW
In partnership with EASE Logistics, students in this academy will engage in a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare them for post-secondary pathways in business, specifically in logistics, customer solutions, technology, supply chain management, and business development. Students will participate in a hands-on, immersive learning environment at EASE Logistics and will have access to real-world, real-time business learning experiences through projects, connections to industry professionals and site-based visits.
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Engineering
Students can find out if engineering is something they would like to pursue for a career, and if they are interested they can prepare to study engineering in college. We engage in hands-on collaborative design thinking projects using university and industry standard equipment and software packages in 3D design, data analysis, programming, and electrical circuitry. The Engineering Academy is open to students from all three high schools. Students who participate will need to travel to the Emerald Campus. The Engineering Academy is a two-period block program with three course credits and the option to take two Columbus State CCP courses upon meeting CCP placement requirements.
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Entrepreneur
Students interested in developing entrepreneurial skills will learn foundational business knowledge and practice Design Thinking skills applied to plan, design, create, and present their ideas.
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Healthcare Professionals *NEW
In partnership with Columbus State Community College and OhioHealth, students in this academy will engage in a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare them for post-secondary pathways in healthcare, such as nursing, medical assisting, radiology, and surgical tech. Students will participate in a hands-on, immersive learning environment through Columbus State Coursework and Ohio Health experiences and will have access to real-world, real-time learning through projects, connections to industry professionals, and site-based visits.
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Media Marketing
The Media Marketing Academy provides students with the skills, knowledge, and experiences for careers in digital video, graphic design, and digital social media industries. This academy is a collaborative offering between Tolles and Dublin City Schools. Students who participate will travel to the Emerald Campus.
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Information Technology (IT)
Students interested in Information Technology explore software development through a combination of courses in programming languages, web-design, databases, and more with the opportunity to earn college credit. Columbus State Community College courses are available for students interested in learning advanced computer programming skills. Students must pass the Columbus State entrance assessment (which requires adequate knowledge of Algebra II) in order to be eligible for college credit.
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Sports Science (SSA)
Students explore careers in sports sciences and health-related fields through IB coursework that covers anatomy and physiology, evaluating performance through data collection and analysis, and performance maximization. Students will learn from individuals in sports and health-related fields, author research projects that illustrate their understanding of the concepts, and have the opportunity to earn CPR and first aid certification.
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Travel and Tourism *NEW
In partnership with Visit Dublin, students in this academy will engage in a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare them for post-secondary pathways in travel, tourism, and hospitality. Students will participate in hands-on, immersive learning environments through experiences with community partners in the Bridge Park area of Dublin. Students will have access to real-world, real-time learning through projects, connections to industry professionals, and site-based visits. Students may have the option to enroll in CCP courses as part of this academy.
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Young Professionals (YPA)
The Young Professionals’ Academy (YPA) offers a semester long program that assists students in developing the skills, knowledge, and expertise to succeed in work and life. Through classroom lessons and two, six-week professional, work-place learning experiences, YPA students work to develop the critical thinking, communication, collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving skills required for success in college and careers. YPA is open to students from all three high schools through an application process. In addition to site visits and internships, students will need to attend seminar and blended learning days at the Emerald Campus.