Frequently Asked Questions
Who can attend the Business Academy?
Any high school aged student living within Kenosha Unified School District boundaries can apply to attend the ITHSA Business Academy.
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Parent/student selection and application by the specified deadline to be included.
Academy admission openings are by blind lottery.
Parents must confirm their student's selection into the Business Academy. Confirmation must be done by method and date specified each year. Selections not confirmed by the deadline are forfeited and the opening is offered to the next student on the waiting list.
Confirmation of entry???
Welcome to the ITHSA Business Academy get together near year-end.
What types of students would be a good fit for the Business Academy?
Middle school Students who have a strong interest or desire to pursue a career (or skilled trade) in the business world, plan to start and/or run a business of their own, or are intending to pursue a degree or certification in business or a business related field at a post-secondary institution.
Students who are prepared for the academic demands and rigor of an academy setting. A number of Business Academy required courses are available as transcripted credit (college credit).
Students who are committed and serious about their personal educational growth, and have the commitment and drive to succeed in a challenging, yet enriching environment.
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I am an 8th grader who wants to attend the Business Academy. How do I sign up?
Attend the Academy informational presentations with your parents, held at your school each fall (see district calendar).
Attend the Academy Open House with your parents, held each fall at Indian Trail High School and Academy (see district calendar).
You must apply (sign-up) with your school counselor or submit paperwork to the school (which school?), no later than the deadline specified each year. Typically the deadline will be in December (prior to the year you want to start attending) or January (of the year you want to start attending).
We typically have more students apply than there are open spots. Shortly after the application deadline, a lottery is held to select the students who will be able to become part of the Business Academy.
Parents and students are then notified (typically within 24-48 hours) on whether they have been selected.
Parents must confirm their student's selection into the Business Academy. Confirmation must be done by method and date specified each year. Selections not confirmed by the deadline are forfeited and the opening is offered to the next student on the waiting list.
Confirmation of entry???
Welcome to the ITHSA Business Academy get together near year-end.
What are the advantages of an "Academy"?
The school-within-a-school concept has been a successful model Wording- for many schools around the state. Similar to charter schools, we feel that the academy structure often fosters a more meaningful and effective relationship between teacher and student, student and their peers, and allows for the district to provide an educational program that is individualized to students' interests. We strongly believe that this directly contributes to our students' success. (future insertion of success stories of past students). Additionally, students in the Business Academy at ITHSA are taking courses with peers that share similar academic interests and dedication to their studies, while maintaining connections with the larger student body.
I am a student that may be transferring into the district. Can I still attend the Business Academy?
As long as your primary residence is in Kenosha Unified School District borders, you may attend our academy.
Why go to an academy focused on business?
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Business is everywhere in our lives. No matter what your future goals are, companies in every industry are looking for professionals who can lead, organize, plan and manage.
According to a study by Burning-Glass.com, the following (all of which you will be exposed to in the Business Academy) are the most common business skills employers are looking for in new employees:
Microsoft Excel (and other Microsoft Office software)
Budgeting
Project Management
Business Administration
Sales
Customer Service
Accounting
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, UPDATE employment of business and financial operations occupations is projected to grow 9 percent from 2016 to 2026, about as fast as the average for all occupations, adding about 750,400 new jobs. Globalization, a growing economy, and a complex tax and regulatory environment are expected to continue to lead to strong demand for UPD-accountants and auditors. In addition, increasing usage of data and market research REVISE in order to understand customers and product demand, and to evaluate marketing strategies, will lead to growing demand for UPD-market research analysts. This median annual wage for business and financial occupations was $66,530 in May 2016, which was higher than the median annual wage for all occupations of $37,040.