Sanderson High School Features
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Academy of FinanceAir Force JROTCPaideiaStaff DevelopmentAdvanced Placement (AP)Business Alliance |
Unique Features
A/B day, year-long, block schedule designed to promote student learning by consistent exposure to identified challenging subject matter.
Exclusive Programs
Academy of Finance
The Academy of Finance of Wake County, Inc. (AOF) is affiliated with the National Academy Foundation (NAF) and is the only AOF program in Wake County. The NAF model works by bringing business people into the public schools and introducing youth to the world of business. Through the Academies, educators and business people are partners for investing This program introduces students to broad career opportunities in the financial services industry and, in the process, equips them to make sound business and financial choices for their future through field trips, guest speakers, workshops and training sessions. The program operates as a “school within a school” as students are grouped as a cohort and take a series of classes, complete a 200 hour paid internship and complete a college course prior to graduation.
Air Force JROTC
The mission of the Sanderson High School Air Force JROTC program is to "Develop Citizens of Character Dedicated to Serving Their Nation and Community." The citizen-building process is accomplished through several academic and extracurricular activities. These activities provide cadets with opportunities to develop their leadership skills, practice public speaking, plan and organize community-service projects, take Curriculum-In-Action (field) trips, and participate in military drill and ceremonies. In addition to citizenship-building activities, AFJROTC provides academic instruction in a variety of aerospace science subjects including the history of aviation, the fundamentals of flight, the global studies, leadership, and survival. Emphasis is placed on building strong character traits such as respect for self, others, the school, the American Flag, and our Nation. No military service obligation results from participating in the AFJROTC program.
The Paideia Program
Offered to ninth and tenth graders, Paideia is an interdisciplinary program in English and social studies that encourages students to think across subject areas and curriculum boundaries. These courses are designed to develop students’ critical and analytical thinking skills. Forms of instruction include traditional didactic methods, bi-weekly seminars, and supervised coaching.
Staff Development Opportunities
Sanderson recognizes the importance of continuous learning to meet the needs of staff and students. On-site training opportunities include:
Advanced Placement Courses
AP Biology AP Physics AP Calculus AB AP Psychology AP Calculus BC AP Spanish Language AP Chemistry AP Statistics AP English II—Language AP United States History AP English IV– Literature AP United States Government AP Environmental Science AP Visual Arts—2D Design AP European History AP Visual Arts—3D Design AP French AP Visual Arts—Drawing
New Courses
ALGEO ESL Geography AP Music Theory Housing & Interiors AP Psychology Introduction to Asian Studies Cultural Media Literacy Programming & Broadcasting ESL Earth Science Spanish for Native Speakers Teacher Cadet
Business Alliance
The Sanderson High School Business Alliance is a dedicated group of business professionals adding to the educational experiences of our students. Guided by a strategic plan, the business alliance sponsors various career focused activities throughout the year to include career fairs, job shadowing, and classroom presentations. All stakeholders (students, educators, parents and the community) reap the benefits of these activities as they enhance the development of future ready students.