Animal & Botanical Sciences Academy - Freehold Regional High ...
Animal & Botanical Sciences Academy - Freehold Regional High ...
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Welcome to the <strong>Animal</strong> & <strong>Botanical</strong> <strong>Sciences</strong> <strong>Academy</strong>, asequential four-year career and college explorationprogram that introduces students to the exciting fieldsof biological science, animal science, plant science, food science,biotechnology, floriculture, greenhouse management, andlandscape design.This unique program, operated in the greenhouse facilities at<strong>Freehold</strong> Township <strong>High</strong> School, is the perfect choice for studentswho are interested in pursuing a career in veterinary technology,horticulture, landscape and floral design, or farm management.In addition to the required NJ high school curriculum, studentshave an opportunty to participate in a variety of specialized,hands-on academic activities, experiences, and training thatprepare them for employment and/or post-secondary academicstudy. An articulation agreement with Mercer County CommunityCollege gives students a jump start on college by awardingcollege credits for the successful completion of certain courseswhile still in high school.Class work is regularlyaugmented by communityservice projects,professional guest speakers,field trips to colleges,botanic gardens, andagricultural industries, aswell as by participation atrelated youth leadershipconferences andcompetitions.Individual entrepreneurialresearch projects and anannual Holiday Plant Saleprovide students with reallife experiences in businessmanagement andmarketing.What Colleges are<strong>Animal</strong> & <strong>Botanical</strong><strong>Sciences</strong> <strong>Academy</strong>Graduates Attending? Brookdale Community College College of New Jersey Delaware Valley College Fairleigh Dickinson University Ferrum College, VA Iowa State University Mercer Cty Community College North Carolina State University Pennsylvania State University Rutgers University University of Delaware Virginia Tech“‘Obstacles are thosethings you see whenyou take your eyesoff your goal.’ - Henry FordI believe within the<strong>Animal</strong> & <strong>Botanical</strong><strong>Sciences</strong> <strong>Academy</strong>your obstacleswill be small and youraccomplishmentswill be great.”- Matt Matteo<strong>Animal</strong> & <strong>Botanical</strong> <strong>Sciences</strong>- Class of 2007Iowa State University - Class of 2011(majoring in Plant Science)<strong>Animal</strong> & <strong>Botanical</strong> <strong>Sciences</strong> <strong>Academy</strong> StudentsEarn Local - State - National Recognition:SelectionProcessStudents are admitted into the<strong>Animal</strong> & <strong>Botanical</strong> <strong>Sciences</strong><strong>Academy</strong>, housed at <strong>Freehold</strong>Township HS, through a highlyselective process during their8th grade. Admission is basedupon the following criteria: Submission of ParentalPermission form & on-lineapplication Letters of recommendation Academic records, including7th and 8th grade report cards Essay indicating interest inthe <strong>Animal</strong> & <strong>Botanical</strong><strong>Sciences</strong> <strong>Academy</strong> List of activities andinterests beyond schoolEntrance into this programis very competitive and islimited to 30 students eachyear. Students are responsiblefor adhering to all applicationprocedures and deadlines.FFA Chapter Receives 3-Star Gold Rating - joining ranks ofprestigious Superior National FFA ChaptersStudents Elected to FFA State Officer Positions<strong>Academy</strong> Students Win FFA National and State ScholarshipsStudents Win Career Development Event AwardANIMAL & BOTANICAL SCIENCESACADEMY
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