Architecture/Digital Design/Filmmaking Magnet
VISION
The John F. Kennedy Architecture/Digital Design/Filmmaking Magnet creates driven, college and career ready individuals who take pride in their work and meet professional challenges with dignity and determination.
MISSION
The John F. Kennedy Architecture/Digital Design/Filmmaking Magnet provides an interdisciplinary course of study exploring the complexities of design principles in the areas of architecture, digital design, and filmmaking.
Each pathway provides hands-on learning experiences using professional equipment and industry-standard software to prepare students for entry-level employment or further study in college programs related to these careers.
Students in this program have the chance to learn about real-life applications of their chosen field of study from highly qualified professionals in a nurturing atmosphere that fosters academic and social growth by providing opportunities to collaborate and learn in a culturally rich and accepting environment.
COLLEGE & CAREER READY
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In the Architecture pathway, students focus on creating solutions to three-dimensional space-related issues.
Students learn computer-aided design using Autodesk Design Suite (AutoCAD, Inventor, 3D Studio, Revit), and our model making shop includes commercial quality equipment such as three-dimensional scanners and a large format printer.
Eligible students in the architecture pathway can earn up to 3 transferrable (UC/CSU) credits through an articulation agreement with Los Angeles Pierce College.
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The Digital Design pathway integrates career technical education with a balanced visual arts program.
Pathway students learn how to effectively apply the principles of design to real-world projects and, and they can become Adobe Certified Experts pathway’s industry standard software: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe InDesign.
Eligible students in the digital design pathway can earn up to 6 transferrable (UC/CSU) credits through an articulation agreement with Los Angeles Mission College.
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Filmmaking, students engage in the creative and technical aspects of the filmmaking process from pre-production to post-production.
Students work in a hands-on environment with professional cameras, lighting, and audio equipment, and they can become Adobe Certified Associates in the industry-leading video editing software Adobe Premiere Pro.
Eligible students in the filmmaking pathway can earn up to 3 transferrable (UC/CSU) credits through an articulation agreement with Los Angeles Mission College.
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The Filmmaking Magnet prepared me to be industry-standard ready. When I came to college, I already had more insight than anybody else in my graduating class."
HEAVENLY A., FILMMAKING GRADUATE
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READY FOR THE WORLD
Our graduates continue their studies at some of the most prestigious colleges and universities in the country.
SAMPLE COURSE PROGRESSION
9th Grade
- English 9 (Honors and regular)
- Algebra 1*
- World History (Honors and regular)
- Art History (Honors and regular)
- Foreign Language
- P.E. or JROTC or Athletics
*Placement in math will vary with student's ability. Courses comply with UC/CSU entrance requirements.
10th Grade
- English 10 (Honors and regular)
- Geometry*
- Biology
- Foreign Language
- P.E. or JROTC or Athletics
- Career Strand Year One:
- Architecture
- Digital Design
- Filmmaking
*Placement in math will vary with student's ability. Courses comply with UC/CSU entrance requirements.
11th Grade
- American Literature (AP, Honors, and regular)
- Algebra 2*
- U.S. History
- Advanced Physical Science (Chemistry/Physics)
- Foreign Language
- Health/Ethnic Studies
- Career Strand Year Two:
- Architecture
- Digital Design
- Filmmaking
*Placement in math will vary with student's ability. Courses comply with UC/CSU entrance requirements.
12th Grade
- Advanced Composition (AP, Honors, and regular)
- Math Analysis or Calculus* (AP. Honors, and regular)
- Government/Economics (AP, Honors, and regular)
- AP Foreign Language
- AP Environmental Science
- Career Strand Year Three:
- Architecture
- Digital Design
- Filmmaking
*Placement in math will vary with student's ability. Courses comply with UC/CSU entrance requirements.
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
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