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Sims Academy highlights dual‑enrollment growth, hands‑on programs
Summary
Sims Academy presentation highlights growth in dual‑enrollment (reported 464 students taking about 895 courses), partnerships with Lanier Technical College, and career technical programs including EV repair, welding, construction and the STEP transition program.
Dr. Jennifer Wood, introduced by the board as the presenter for the Sims Academy spotlight, described Sims as a flexible, personalized pathway program and highlighted its partnership with Lanier Technical College, which shares campus facilities and dual‑enrollment opportunities.
"So you can see for these numbers, right now, we're at 464 students... taking approximately 895 courses," Dr. Wood said, noting growth from about 425 students the prior year. She also reported more than 94 technical certificates of credit issued last year and described hands‑on career programs — including an EV (electric vehicle) program using a donated 2015 Nissan LEAF, welding projects, an electric go‑kart competition and construction surveying exercises.
Wood emphasized the STEP (Student Transition Enrichment Program) that provides workplace readiness and community partnerships that let students gain practical experience. The presentation framed Sims as a pathway option that allows students to pursue college credits, technical certificates, or early graduation depending on individual goals.
