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Academy reports strong pass rates, steady enrollment and program expansion plans
Summary
Staff reported 44 enrolled students, a recent final pass rate of 90.91% and that 12 of 13 September graduates who took boards passed; administrators described instructional coaching, credential goals and facilities work including PCCD-funded exterior door upgrades.
Staff and administrators at Metro County Academy of Science and Technology presented program and operational updates, saying enrollment and credentialing indicators remained strong while safety and facility work continues.
Program lead Skyler reported there are currently 44 students enrolled and that the recent final pass rate for the program is 90.91%. Skyler told the board that from the class that graduated in September, 12 of 13 students had taken their licensing boards and all 12 had passed, a result the presenter described as a 100% pass rate for those tested so far.
Administrators noted the state board will issue a letter of continued approval and that there are minor financial-aid audit items requiring refunds. Staff said they expect to preserve funding eligibility by completing required reporting.
Facilities and operations staff reported using the FMX work-order system; for October the system showed 51 requests open, 38 completed and three overdue items (the overdue items were linked to larger or grant-funded fixes such as lighting). Facilities staff praised maintenance personnel, naming Chuck Culbertson and Darwin Hatricks for their work.
Paul, the school's administrator, reported the first marking period closed Oct. 24 and cited a marking-period passing rate of 99.1% and an attendance rate of about 94.2% for the same period. Staff also described finalized driving and temporary parking regulations, updated dismissal procedures after a parent concern and a plan to publish the procedures in the December newsletter.
Instructional leaders said the academy was selected for a technical-assistance instructional coaching pilot covering four instructors (agriculture, welding, machining and new construction trades) with in-person visits every other month and virtual coaching on intervening months. The academy also rolled out new employee and student handbooks and increased focus on industry credentials and OSHA safety training. Administrators said they aim for students to leave the academy with industry credentials and are expanding co-op employer partnerships.
Board members asked several clarifying questions about credential validity and certification lengths; staff responded that certification durations vary (commonly three to five years, some two-year or CPR recertifications) and that the academy plans to prioritize certifications that remain valid through a student's transition to employment.
The board heard several calendar and event updates, including an upcoming final for seniors and in-house events for students. The school announced it will host a stakeholder meeting Dec. 18, 2025, at 10 a.m. to provide details about the culinary arts program.
Quotes in this article reflect speakers identified in the board packet and meeting transcript.
