CAREER CONNECTIONS ACADEMY

Career Connections Academy is a public high school that is part of the Wayland Union Schools school district, located in Wayland, MI with about 64 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 2 teachers, Career Connections Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 32:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Career Connections Academy, located in Wayland, Michigan, is a specialized educational program operating under the Wayland Union Schools district. Designed to provide a flexible and supportive environment, the academy focuses on serving students who may benefit from non-traditional learning pathways. By prioritizing personalized instruction, the school aims to help students meet their graduation requirements while developing the practical skills necessary for life after high school.

The academy emphasizes a curriculum that bridges the gap between academic achievement and future workforce readiness. Through its focus on "career connections," the program works to align educational goals with students' post-secondary aspirations, whether they involve entering the job market, pursuing vocational training, or continuing their education at the collegiate level. By fostering a close-knit school community, Career Connections Academy provides the targeted guidance and resources essential for student success in both their academic and professional journeys.

For more information, contact Career Connections Academy at (269) 792-2254 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

870 East Superior Street
Wayland, MI 49348-9141
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CAREER CONNECTIONS ACADEMY is a public school in Wayland, MI with about 64 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
(Alternative Education School)
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
64
Teachers:
2.8
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 64 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending CAREER CONNECTIONS ACADEMY is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.

White
87.5%
Black or African American
4.7%
Two or more races
3.1%
Hispanic/Latino
3.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.6%

Female
39.1%
Male
60.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.