Do you love numbers? Do you enjoy analyzing facts and figures?
The Accounting Academy is designed for students interested in expanding their understanding and skills related to accounting and financial management. Students will have the opportunity to study and apply fundamental accounting principles in a variety of business settings. In addition, students will work in a lab setting using current accounting software. Students will connect with professionals in the local accounting community and participate in activities created exclusively for academy members.
Location
Your current school
Depending on interest and enrollment, this academy may be offered at your home school. Contact your school's guidance counselor for more information.
Grades
10-12
Related Academies
Electives
- Microeconomics/Macroeconomics AP
- Business Calculus - G/T
- Principles of Marketing - Honors
Prerequisites
Completion of Algebra I prior to enrollment in academy coursework.
Successful Academy Students:
- Maintain a C average in all academy coursework.
- Complete a large-scale accounting simulation during the senior year.
Suggested Course Schedule
| Grade Level | Course 1 | Course 2 | Course 3 | Course 4 | Course 5 | Course 6 | Course 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ninth Grade | English required | Mathematics required | Science required | Social Studies required | Fitness & Health required | Technology Education required | Fine Arts available |
| Tenth Grade | English required | Mathematics required | Science required | Social Studies required | Elective available | Elective available | Principles of Business and Management G/T |
| Eleventh Grade | English required | Mathematics required | Science required | Social Studies required | Elective available | Elective available | Principles of Accounting and Finance – Honors |
| Twelfth Grade | English required | Mathematics required | Elective available | Elective available | Elective available | Elective available | Advanced Accounting – Honors |