101 W. State St., Jacksonville, FL 32202, 904.632.3122

High School Seniors Interested in Career Skills Can Attend FCCJ for Free

We are now accepting applications for the Summer Term.

The term will meet from June 9, 2008 until July 11, 2008 and classes will meet from 9:00a.m. to 3:00p.m. Monday-Thursday. The Twenty-First Century Academy is offering free computer and manufacturing classes to  high school students between the ages of 16-21, free transportation and free food.

Please fax your completed application ASAP to Mr. May at 634-0316.
If you have any questions please contact Mr. May at 598-5665 or Ms. Stevens at 598-5668.

The new Twenty-First Century Academy offers free courses in career-building subjects

Are you a high school senior? Will you receive a diploma, certificate of completion, or a G.E.D. at the end of the school year? Would you like to attend college now — for free? Then apply today.

The Twenty-First Century Academy at Florida Community College is a special program designed for students like you. Qualifying students would attend college courses at no charge. In addition, we provide free transportation to and from classes.

Who Qualifies?

• Current high school seniors with a 2.0 GPA
• Students interested in attending college, vocational programs or obtaining immediate employment skills
• Students interested in workforce careers (see courses below)
• Students who meet the academy income criteria
• Students who take the TABE at FCCJ
• Participants in the Graduation Initiative Program

What Courses are offered in the Twenty-First Century Academy?

• Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating Systems (HVAC)
• Automotive
• Biotechnology
• Carpentry
• Electrical
• Manufacturing
• Web Design

When and where are the courses offered?

Classes are held at the FCCJ Downtown Campus, Mondays through Fridays. Most classes will be held from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Contact the program manager for specific times.

To find out if this program is right for you, contact:

Ms. Ayanna Stevens, Program Coordinator
Florida Community College, Downtown Campus
Phone number: 904.598.5668, Fax: 904.634.0316
E-mail: ajsteven@fccj.edu

Twenty-First Century Application

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The Twenty-First Century Academy’s Mission
We are dedicated to meaningful learning and excellent teaching, enabling individuals to achieve their hopes, dreams and full potential, and to being a leading partner in creating a dynamic, prosperous community of enlightened leaders and thoughtful, effective, global citizens.