Scheduling Process 25-26 School Year

• February  26th IA Scheduling Basics Presentation
• February 26th Meeting Recording

Rising 9th Grade Scheduling Timeline

• Feb. 13th - Round one acceptances and academic records/course recommendations due
• Feb. 24th - Round two acceptances and academic records/course recommendations due
• Feb. 26th - Welcome to IA and the Basics of High School Scheduling at 7:00 pm - Virtual Meeting Link
• Mar. 3rd - Round three acceptances and academic records/course recommendations due
• Mar. 5th & 6th - Course verifications distributed to rising 9th students
• Mar. 5th & 6th - Rising 9th Grade Nights in the Innovation Academy Auditorium at 6:30 pm
• Mar. 10th - Deadline for students to submit their course request changes to JotForm
• Mar. 17th - Course verification #2 distributed to rising 9th students
• Mar. 21st - Deadline for students to submit their 2nd course request changes to JotForm
• Apr. 30th - May 5th - Final course loads sent out and final verification due for all students

Typical 9th Grade Schedule at IA

• Typical 9th Grade Schedule

How do you create a list of recommended courses for my student?

• Currently Enrolled Fulton County Schools Students

If your student is currently enrolled in a Fulton County public school, then we will use the course recommendations that the middle school teachers input into Infinite Campus to create the student's schedule.

The Innovation Academy scheduling process for rising 9th graders happens later than the process for your student's home school. Student's are automatically enrolled in their zoned home school and high schools can begin processing their schedule requests at the same time as their currently enrolled students. At FCSIA, we have to first get a form signed that students accept their seat, and then we need to work with the home school to have enrollment transferred. View the scheduling timeline tab for more information.

• Students Who Are Not Currently Enrolled in the FCS District but Will Be

 If your student is coming from a middle school that is not part of the Fulton County Schools system, then you need to upload your course recommendation form and academic records as part of the Fulton County online registration process. We will use your academic records and recommendations from your teachers to create a list of course recommendations.

View the Scheduling timeline tab for more information.

Recommended Course Progressions for Rising 9th Grade Students at IA

• We have created a document showing the Recommended Course Progressions for rising 9th graders.

We compiled a list of all the questions from the February 26th scheduling meeting for rising 9th graders. Please check out the Rising 9th Scheduling FAQ.

Before you consider applying, please make sure to have met the minimum prerequisites:

• Student must be in good standing with the FCS Magnet Program requirements.
• Student must be a rising Junior or Senior.
• Student must have an unweighted GPA of 90 through Fall 2024.
• Student must be enrolled in the FCS Gifted (TAG) Program by Feb 5, 2024.
• Student must understand that selection will be competitive and that not every student who applies will be selected.
• Student must have room in their schedule to take Internship course.
• Students must have appropriate transportation to and from their internship site. Virtual internships cannot be guaranteed.
• Students must be open-minded about their placement within one of two broad career umbrellas selected by the student.

You can view the presentation from the information sessions (held 12/12) here:  Gifted Internship Program Information Session IA.pdf

You can access the IA Gifted Internship Application for 2025-2026, the Gifted Internship Contract, and the Teacher Recommendation form here:

 Innovation Academy Internship Application 2025.pdf

Compare the Gifted Internship to WBL and Peer Facilitation.

Participating in Yearbook class requires an application. Please reach out to Ms. Scenna with any questions you have.

Applications due January 19th at 11:59 pm.

Here's the link to the application https://forms.office.com/r/WMsiKKNKt4. 

• Minimum 16 years old
• Must have transportation for off-campus placement
• Job cannot be babysitting or nannying
• If you work for a parent, you must have a non-family member as your mentor for evaluations
• WBL is a full year class
• Off campus placement needs to have a virtual class (FVS, GAVS, Dual Enrollment) before or after WBL class to ensure getting to work or back to school on time
• Work hour requirements based on how many WBL classes the student registers for; failure to earn required hours will result in a WF and removal from the WBL program

Application: WBL Application

Application opens January 15 and closes February 5.

Informational Presentation - given to students on January 15th.

WBL v. Peer Facilitation v. TAG Internship - Document comparing the three work-focused elective classes

Foundations of Artificial Intelligence is the introductory course to the Artificial Intelligence pathway, which prepares students to better understand common Artificial Intelligence applications and apply their knowledge to solve real-world problems using advanced technologies. This introductory course explores the foundations of Artificial Intelligence in society and the workplace, including programming, data science, mathematical reasoning, creative problem solving, ethical reasoning, and real-world applications of Artificial Intelligence. Students will learn the foundational skills to understand how to both interact and develop Artificial Intelligence solutions in a variety of settings. 

Requirements for Application:

1. Be a current 9^th grade student
2. Be an IT Major
3. Completed first semester Advanced Algebra Honors OR Geometry Honors with an unweighted 88
4. Commit to completing all 3 classes in the AI Pathway
5. Commit to taking AP Computer Science Principles in 10^th grade and AP Computer Science A in 11^th grade
6. Commit to taking AP Precalculus in Sophomore year

Application closes on Friday, January 31.

Application: https://forms.office.com/r/1GaE7mWGyA

Engineering Concept students will participate in a cohort that emphasizes Mechatronics.  There will be 20-24 students in the cohort.

This course provides an in-depth exploration of mechatronics, the intersection of mechanical, electrical, and computer systems. Students will gain hands-on experience in designing and building automated systems by mastering concepts such as circuits and electrical components, pneumatics, CAD modeling, fabrication techniques, and soft robotics. The course emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving through real-world applications of mechatronics in automation and robotics. By the end of the course, students will be equipped to prototype and control advanced systems, preparing them for careers in engineering and technology fields.

Fill out this application by January 31^st to be considered: https://forms.office.com/r/YAfwCYrmdq

Students will be notified on February 5^th if they are in the cohort.