Academies

Discover the Arts Academy @ The Park (AA@P-CEP)

Unleash Your Creativity!
The Arts Academy @ The Park (AA@P-CEP) is designed for students who view the world through a creative lens. Whether you’re a musician, photographer, actor, painter, sculptor, or dancer, AA@P-CEP offers you a vibrant and inspiring community to grow your artistic talents.

Why Choose the Arts Academy?

• Integrated Curriculum: Engage in arts-integrated English, Science, and Social Studies courses during your freshman and sophomore years.
• Specialized Focus: Dive deeper into your chosen art form and develop your unique skills.
• Performance & Community Engagement: Showcase your talent in Academy events and contribute to community arts projects.
• Capstone Experience: Collaborate on a meaningful, community-focused project as a capstone to your artistic journey.

World-Class Partnerships & Experiences

Thanks to our partnerships with renowned organizations like the University Musical Society at the University of Michigan, Michigan Philharmonic, and the College for Creative Studies in Detroit, students enjoy:

• Exclusive access to performances and exhibits
• Workshops and masterclasses with industry professionals
• Real-world exposure to various art forms

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Arts Academy Info Session: Learn more about the academy through our informational video, slide show and FAQ document.

P-CEP Business Academy: Your Pathway to a Successful Business Career

The P-CEP Business Academy offers an innovative, four-year academic pathway for students passionate about business. This program is designed to prepare students for college and career success by developing essential skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, research, communication, and teamwork.

Students will take rigorous business-focused courses that meet high school graduation requirements while also providing a strong foundation for future studies. In their senior year, students will participate in a service-learning practicum, gaining valuable real-world experience.

Earn College Credit & Advance Your Business Education

Students who complete all four Business Academy courses with a minimum grade of “B” will earn 12 college credits through Schoolcraft College. Additionally, students who complete an Associate of Business Administration (ABA) Degree at Schoolcraft have the opportunity to transfer to Wayne State University to pursue a bachelor’s degree in a business-related field—a seamless pathway made possible through a partnership between P-CCS, Schoolcraft College, and Wayne State University.

STEM Academy @ The Park (SA@P): Preparing Future Innovators

The STEM Academy @ The Park (SA@P) provides a dynamic, technology-driven education for students passionate about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). As the global economy continues to evolve, employers seek individuals with the skills to innovate, solve problems, and develop cutting-edge solutions—and SA@P is designed to prepare students for these opportunities.

A Rigorous, Hands-On Learning Experience

Students in SA@P follow the Project Lead the Way (PLTW) curriculum, gaining exposure to college-preparatory coursework and experiencing the rigor and discipline of Engineering, Biomedicine, and Computer Science before entering post-secondary education. The program offers two specialized tracks:

• Biomedical Sciences
• Pathways to Engineering

With a strong emphasis on project-based learning, SA@P students engage in real-world applications of STEM concepts, develop critical problem-solving skills, and collaborate on field experiences, career readiness projects, and a senior capstone. Additionally, partnerships with local and international businesses provide invaluable industry connections, while collaborations with higher education institutions offer opportunities for college credit.

Resources

• Project Lead the Way website – Learn more about the curriculum

• EdHeads Edheads is an online educational resource that provides free science and math games and activities that promote critical thinking. Choose from Simple Machines, Virtual Knee Surgery or Stem Cell Heart Repair, among others. All activities meet state and national standards.

• MIT BLOSSOMS  Videos from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in the following subject areas: Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Biology and Chemistry. 

• WolframAlpha Computational Knowledge Engine

High School Students Interested in Virtual Academy 2026-27

Be part of an innovative virtual learning program. The VA is built to meet the needs of all our learners and their families.Our program is designed to offer the ultimate flexibility through a fully asynchronous schedule, allowing students to learn at their own pace while still receiving robust academic support. Learners who learn best outside of the traditional classroom will find the VA a perfect fit. P-CCS Virtual Academy is a learning environment built to support student success.

What makes a student successful in the Virtual Academy?

A student’s success in an online program is based on the following characteristics:

• Good Time Management

• Effective Communication Skills

• Independent Study Skills

• Self-Motivation

Virtual Academy Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Program Information

Our virtual courses are hosted on the Subject.com platform. Click here to learn more about Subject.com.  Because our program is asynchronous, students do not log into live, all-day lectures. Instead, they control their schedules while engaging with a premium, modern digital curriculum. Here is what a typical week looks like:

• Cinematic, Bite-Sized Video Lessons: Subject.com replaces boring slideshows with high-quality, short video lessons built around immersive storytelling and real-world relevance. These highly engaging videos capture attention and teach complex concepts in manageable blocks.
• Diverse Assignments (No Mindless Clicking): Students don't just take multiple-choice quizzes. Learning is brought to life through essays, digital labs, creative projects, and interactive checkpoints that ensure true content mastery.
• Built-In Study & Accessibility Tools: The platform features advanced annotation tools allowing students to highlight and comment directly on text. It also includes native "Explain This" features, text-to-speech tools, and robust multilingual translation and lip-synced audio support.
• 24/7 On-Demand Support & Tutoring: If a student gets stuck on a concept at 9:00 PM, they don't have to wait. Subject.com features a Learning Intelligence system providing 24/7 real-time live chat tutoring and proactive, personalized help.
• Instant Progress & Feedback: The platform features instant scoring and detailed feedback on assignments, allowing families to track their student's exact course completion percentage in real-time.

Although our courses will now be asynchronous, students will still have a pacing guide to follow which will ensure all assignments are completed on time.  Each course also has a live teacher who will support students in their learning.  Teachers will reach out to the students each week to review progress and answer any questions.  Teachers are also available for meetings throughout the day.

How to Register a Student: 

1. Complete an VA Enrollment Request form.  This form must be completed to start the process.  HS Virtual Academy Enrollment Request

2. Both the student and parent/guardian must review, sign, and return the HS VA Contract for Informed K12 to formalize enrollment.  High School Virtual Academy Contract and Consent to Virtual Learning