Academy of Architectural Design and Technology
Architectural Design and Technology is a 4-year program covering six levels in the areas of architectural, engineering and technical drafting design. Our hands-on project-based approach ensures that students not only learn but apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios, creating an industry professional experience. Juniors have the opportunity for summer internships putting their skills to work in the real-world. Seniors can work part time with local drafting and engineering firms for part of their school day. Students earn current industry certifications in AutoCAD, Revit and Inventor programs. Advanced students may continue to earn industry Professional certification status. Students leave our academy with advanced architectural skills for a seamless transition into either college classes or the workforce.
Students take part in the curriculum-based organizations of SkillsUSA and ACE Mentor Program of Northeast Florida. SkillsUSA students develop technical skills while instilling life-shaping leadership skills. This organization is continued at many post-secondary educational institutions and highly sought after by professionals upon hiring.
ACE Mentor Program of Northeast Florida helps students explore potential career opportunities in the areas of architecture, construction, and engineering. Students meet with local mentors working on solutions for real-world projects, offering an effective way to experience the reality of what architects, contractors and engineers do during a typical working day.
Mission
The Architectural Design and Technology Academy at Pedro Menendez High School will provide engaging and relevant curriculum in a supportive environment. Through applied learning students will develop confidence, acquire real world skills, and become productive members of society.
Program of Study
Academy News
Students were able to demonstrate their leadership and team building skills during their field trip to see the Jacksonville Ice play. Our students were selected to participate in the donut eating contest. Yes, WE WON!
Thank you to our ACE mentors for an amazing kick off event for our school year. Mentors from local industry professional firms will meet with students once a week for 18-20 weeks. During these sessions, students work in teams to create practical solutions for “real-world” projects. It’s an effective way for students to experience the …
ACE Mentor Program of NE Florida kicks off another year at PMHS Read More »
Casey Chhour placed 1st in the state which earned him a spot to compete at the national level this past June. Casey took home 3rd place in technical drafting in the Nation! We are so proud of this Junior at PMHS. We cannot wait for him to bring home the gold next year!
Owen Buck, Casey Chhour, Trent Stasky and Griffin Braun all took home medals in State SkillsUSA competition in Jacksonville this past week. The competitions of the SkillsUSA Championships are created and judged by industry to ensure that students are learning the real-world skills employers demand from entry-level professionals. These competitions represent some of the most …
Far left is Ace Vice Chairman Chad Bone, Oliver Rodriquez, Casey Chhour, Henry Tam, Isaac Wilson, Connor Prescott, Griffin Braun, Thomas Handley Thank you to Kevin McEwen, Kayla Lakatos and the many other mentors who worked with these students before school. Additionally, Mr. Howard Nunamaker their amazing teacher who pushes each students to be their …
Our ACE Mentor Program of NE Florida takes home a win! Read More »
Contact
- Kristina Bransford, Program Specialist
(904) 547-8660
