Great Futures Charter School (District)

Great Futures Charter High School for the Health Sciences’ curriculum is: --based on high expectations for all students --rigorous academic standards --specific benchmarks to measure student achievement. The goal is to ensure that every student graduates from high school in 4 years prepared for success in college and the workplace emphasizing instruction that mentors students into becoming capable thinkers and independent learners. Great Futures Charter High School for the Health Sciences is located in the brand-new, state-of-the-art and technology-forward Boys and Girls Clubs of Hudson County facility: 225 Morris Boulevard. Jersey City, NJ 07302 Students will also participate in hospital-based experiences at: The Jersey City Medical Center: 355 Grand Street Jersey City, NJ 07302. The Jersey City Medical Center is located on a 15-acre campus overlooking the New York Harbor and Liberty State Park.

OUR VISION Great Futures Charter High School for the Health Sciences’ vision is that the program will provide students a foundation for post-secondary education or workforce readiness in certified health related professions. Students will explore core content with technology through integrated projects, case studies, online learning and focused learning experiences. Through the transformation of our students the school will change the face of health care in our community. OUR MISSION The core academic mission emphasizes high expectations for all students to successfully complete a rigorous curriculum and meet high academic standards for graduation and preparation for post-secondary education and 21st century careers, including certified health-related professions. Through the transformation of our students the school will change the face of health care in our community. • All students will graduate with a high school diploma in four years, meeting all requirements. • All students will participate in academic and college/career-readiness experiences in the health sciences/medical professions, concentrating on placements at the Jersey City Medical Center at the hospital location. • All students will have opportunities to obtain college credits during the high school years. • All students will graduate positioned and ready to continue on in two year or four year colleges or universities or to enter the workforce for employment, having obtained certification in a health/science related field. • All students will practice effective academic, personal and social leadership skills and principles.

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