Welcome To The Center of Applied Technology - South
Welcome to the
Center of Applied Technology South. There
are 18 technical and traditional programs
offered at the Center of Applied Technology
South. These programs help meet community
needs by preparing Anne Arundel County high
school students for the future challenges in
business and technology. Our graduates can
choose to continue their education in
colleges, universities, and technical
schools, or enter directly into the work
force. We provide an environment in which
students apply theory and knowledge toward
skills proficiency, practice safe work
habits, and exercise professional ethics.
Academically,
we constantly stress the importance of
mathematics, science, technical reading and
writing skills. We also promote
communication skills, excellent attendance
and positive work habits to the students as
our employers expect these skills on the
job.
Our educational
direction is school to a career path.
Students learn skills in their career
completer program. Throughout this
experience they meet with business partners
and technical school representatives. They
participate in mock interview, job
shadowing, career internships and work
experience. Students participate in skills
competitions at the local, regional and
national levels through Skills USA. Students
also attend industrial trade shows and
professional meetings that provide an ideal
forum for enhancing career skills, sharing
information and observing demonstrations on
the latest advances in the industry.
You are invited
to tour the school and talk to our guidance
counselor about enrollment opportunities.
You may call the school and set up an
appointment with the counselor at
410-956-5900. This would be a good
opportunity to ask any questions you may
have regarding curriculum, career
opportunities, the operation of our school,
or special instructional issues.
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About Us:
The Center of
Applied Technology-South has a fine location in
Edgewater, Maryland. The school opened
its doors in September of 1977 and has since
developed into one of the finest Technical
Centers in the nation. The Center services five
local high schools and two alternative high
schools (Annapolis, Southern, South River, Broadneck, Severna Park, Phoenix Annapolis and
Mary Moss Academy).
Students
attending are from grades 9-12, and serves the
typical class for three years. Those three years
include: Fundamentals, Level 1, and finally
Level 2. Those finishing Level 2 in grade 11,
may serve their 12th grade year as a intern.
CAT-S 2009-2010 Demographics
Currently CAT-S hosts 807 students
Grade
Level:
- Grade 9:
Approx. 33% (267 students)
- Grade 11: Approx. 23%
(187 students)
- Grade 10:
Approx. 26% (206 students)
- Grade 12: Approx. 18%
(144 Students)
Gender:
- Males:
Approx. 60% (489 students)
- Females:
Approx. 40% (318 students)
Feeder Schools:
- Annapolis: Approx.
18%
(142 students)
- Broadneck: Approx.
16%
(133 students)
- Severna Park: Approx.
9%
(70 students)
- South River: Approx.
34%
(275 students)
- Southern: Approx.
19%
(158 students)
- Alternative Schools:
Approx. 4% (29 students)
Post-Secondary Plans For 08-09 Graduating Seniors
- 67% attending 2 or 4 year college
- 18% attending trade school
- 13% plan to work full time
- 2% joining the military
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