Pathways Academy of Technology & Design

Formerly Pathways to Technology Magnet School

2 Pent Road

East Hartford, CT 06118

(860) 695-9450 phone

(860) 569-5569 fax

David Goldblum, Principal

Patricia Washington,Assistant Principal

School Profile 2016-2017

School Counselors – Kimberly Bennett & Bernadette Amoroso

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Vision

Pathways Academy of Technology & Design empowers its diverse community of students to become fully active participants in our global, technology-driven society. Through Project-Based Learning students acquire technological and critical thinking skills, and develop a sense of personal and social responsibility that enables them to successfully compete in the growing, fast-paced, and rapidly changing world economy.

Mission

Pathways Academy of Technology & Design seeks to accomplish its vision through:

  • Employing innovative and collaborative learning through the use of cutting-edge technology.
  • Providing rigorous academic curricula focusing on high achievement.
  • Fostering a belief that all students can achieve.
  • Establishing a team of dedicated and knowledgeable professionals willing to grow with the changing technological world.
  • Developing partnerships with the business community that allows students to explore work-based experiences such as mentoring, internships, and career exploration.
  • Reducing racial, ethnic & economic isolation of students in urban and rural schools.
  • Encouraging parents, students & teachers to work together to create a positive and safe learning environment.

Pathways’ emphasis is on technology skills and their application into four areas areas:Gaming and App Development (Computer Animation, Digital Video and Media, Graphic Design, Web Design, and Video Game Design), Computer Science(Programming, Networking, Database Development, Robotics), Business Information Systems(E-Commerce, Entrepreneurship, Advanced Manufacturing), and Performance Media (Digital Video & Media, Sound Production, Music Technology, Film & TV Production.

School and Community

  • Pathways Academy is a Hartford districtmagnet high school that first began as a program at Hartford Public High School 12 years ago.
  • It has existed as a separate high school and state-approved magnet schoolsince the 2003-2004 school year.
  • The school is located in East Hartford, CT, but remains a Hartford DistrictMagnet School.
  • Pathways was named the Top Secondary Magnet School by Magnet Schools of America in 2014 and has been recognized since 2012 as a NAF Distinguished Academy and also as a Magnet School of America School of Excellence and Distinction.
  • Currently, students from 32 surrounding townsattend Pathways Academy.
  • September 1, 2016Enrollment: 421Total

Suburban Students 202 48%

Hartford Students 219 52%

  • September 1, 2016Ethnic Breakdown:

Black33 %

Hispanic 37 %

Caucasian 26%

Multi-Racial 3 %

Asian 1 %

  • September 1, 2016Grade Breakdown:

9th = 121students

10th = 110 students

11th = 103students

12th= 87students

Course Levels

All courses at Pathways Academy are taught at the Academic or Honors level. We offer AP classes in Biology, Calculus, Literature & Composition, and Computer Science. Students have also had the opportunity to receive college credit through Goodwin College. Special Education students may receive level modifications and accommodations.

Students are ranked. Pathways has block scheduling and operates on a full-year calendar.

Technology Education Includes:
Introduction to Computer Applications
Introduction to Digital Video & Media
Introduction to Web Design
Business Communications
Introduction to Programming
Digital Video & Media
Web Design
Mobile Application Design
3D Modeling & Animation
Introduction to Networking
Programming
Robotics
Immersive Game Environments
Video Game Design
Design of the User Experience
Database
Digital Sound Production
Film Production
eCommerce
Research, Design, & Development
Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management
AP Computer Science
Advanced Networking CISCO
Graphic Arts
Digital Photography
Design for 3D Printing / Industry Advisory Board and
Work-Based Learning
The Pathways Academy Industry Advisory Board serves as advisors to Pathways Academy of Technology and Design. The board includes business partner co-chairs, along with a NAF affiliate, parents, teachers, and higher education and business partners with backgrounds in curriculum development, teaching, and fiscal expertise.
The primary role of the Board is to provide industry-based guidance in the accomplishment of Pathways’ vision. The Board is a resource for mentors, internships, experiential learning, curriculum advice, as well as current industry needs.
All students at Pathways participate in work-place readiness training and have an opportunity to secure an internship through resume preparation and interviewing. Past internships have included: website design & maintenance, I.T. troubleshooting support, digital media & graphic design, and administrative projects. During the summer of 2016, nearly 80 Pathways students had paid internships across 27 locations, including Aetna, Travelers, the Hartford, AdChem, CT Science Center, Hartford Healthcare, Verizon Quest, CPEP, Neighborhood Studios, Energy Efficiencies, and more.
CREDIT STATUS/GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Subject / Credits Required
English (English I&II, Literature &
Composition I&II) / 4
Mathematics (Algebra1, Geometry, Algebra 2) / 4
Science (Biology and Chemistry Lab Courses) / 3
Social Studies (U.S. History, International
Studies, Civics, Geography) / 3
Physical Education / 1.5
Health, Nutrition, Wellness / .5
World Language / 2
Visual & Performing Arts / 2
School Thematic Courses / 4
Capstone Experience – Senior Year / 1

ACADEMIC MARKS

95-100
A / 90-94
B+ / 85-89
B / 80-84
C+ / 75-79
C / 70-74
D+ / 65-69
D / 60-64
F / 0-59

GRADE POINTS

Grading System / AP / Honors / Academic / General
A+ 95-100 / 5.0 / 4.75 / 4.5 / 4.25
A 90-94 / 4.5 / 4.25 / 4.0 / 3.75
B+ 85-89 / 4.0 / 3.75 / 3.5 / 3.25
B 80-84 / 3.5 / 3.25 / 3.0 / 2.75
C+ 75-79 / 3.0 / 2.75 / 2.5 / 2.25
C 70-74 / 2.5 / 2.25 / 2.0 / 1.75
D+ 65-69 / 2.0 / 1.75 / 1.5 / 1.25
D 60-64 / 1.5 / 1.25 / 1.0 / 0.75
F 0-59 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0

Promotion Credit from Grade: 9th-10th grade = 6 Credits, 10th-11th grade = 12 Credits, 11th-12th= 18 Credits

A total of 24 credits are required for graduation.