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Metropolitan Business Academy Interdistrict Magnet

Wed, 2009-05-20 11:03 — admin

 
115 Water Street
New Haven, CT 06511
 
Phone: 203-497-7700 or 203-497-7702
Fax: 203-497-7705
 
Grade Levels: 9- 12
School Population: approx. 202
Hours: 7:30 AM to 2:05 PM
 
Principal: Cassandra Burgess
 
Click here to visit the Inter District web site!
http://www.newhavenmagnetschools.com/
 

  •  Authentic Real World Learning Strategies -Business/School Partnerships -Job Shadowing -Business Mentors -Business Internships
  • School Development Program -Developed by Dr. James Comer, Yale University -Strong Parent Program
  • The goal of the Metropolitan Business High School is to prepare students to successfully manage and own business enterprises in a 21st century global economy. All students will gain an understanding of successful business practices including: finance, investment, research and development, quality control, growth, sales and return on investment.
  • Comprehensive Academic Program -Rigorous Standards-Based Curriculum -State of the Art Technology and Internet Access -Focus on Business Management and Ownership
  • School-Wide Planning and Decision Making -University/Community Partnerships -Gateway Community College -Yale University -Quinnipiac University -SCSU -University of New Haven -RegionalWorkforce -Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce -Various Area Businesses

 
 
Mission Statement
 
To provide opportunities for integrating academic and occupation related instruction in the area of entrepreneurial arts and sciences.
 
 The goal is to prepare its students to manage and own business enterprises in a 21st century global economy. Students will gain an understanding of successful business practices including finance, investment, research and development, quality control, growth, sales and returns of investments.
 
It is a theme high school in which students stay with a group of teachers over integrated curriculum cycles to create a supportive learning environment. Partnerships and mentor programs with local businesses and employers will provide connections between school and work.