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Career Academy is an innovative Big Picture Learning high school for scholars who want to learn through projects and internships. Scholars develop competencies through pursuing projects of their own design. They intern in the community twice a week. They present their learning in Exhibitions to their family, advisor, and mentor.

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Video: LEarning Through Interest"...at Truman, something shifted. Each day, a layer of my defenses was gently peeled away. It finally felt safe to share my goals and aspirations with them." Tafly Niemisa, Class of 2024

"My staff/teachers, and friends accept me for who I am and I couldn’t be any more appreciative for the bonds I’ve created, and for all the memories we all have made." Kayley Tabalbag, Class of 2023

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Learning is Different Here

What do you want to learn and how do you want to learn it? Explore the world, your interests, and your future. Build it here.

"This was the school that really welcomed us - not just with words, but with heart." 

Ericka Joy Buenbrazo, Class of 2024

Reminder: Early Release Fridays Every Friday

EARLY RELEASE FRIDAY

Friday is early release and schools are let out 75 minutes early

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Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

Attending school every day is a great opportunity to support learning & the growth of the whole child.

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National Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month

September 15 marks the beginning of National Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month

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WHAT WE OFFER

PROJECT BASED LEARNING

Scholars work on personal projects they are passionate about and earn competencies in a variety of academic areas.

INTEREST-DRIVEN LEARNING

Each scholar develops a Personalized Learning Plan (PLP) with passion, interests, and competencies they will develop through project and coursework. The PLP drives scholar learning.

INTERNSHIPS

Scholars intern on Tuesdays and Thursdays at a business or organization in a career field they wish to explore. Scholars may change internships every 6-8 weeks.

SMALL LEARNING COMMUNITY

Scholars have one primary Advisor (teacher) who gets to know scholars and their family really well. Advisors ensure scholars are academically prepared for graduation and post secondary success.

"Truman has taught us important life skills that will continue to help us grow and succeed in life." Emily Asencio, Class of 2022

EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Pride Month 2024

In June, we celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month, dedicating this time to affirming the identities that create our strong and diverse district. During this month, we focus on the importance of creating space for our scholars, staff, and community to show up as their authentic selves. Scholars feel most empowered to do their best learning when they are comfortable being themselves.

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