AMAT
The Academy for Media Arts and Technology is a four-year sequence of courses that works towards industry software certifications in the areas of Media Arts, Digital Graphics/Graphic Design, Animation, Video Game Design, Commercial Photography or A/V Production. Students in AMAT will receive an elevated academic experience that will include industry internships, college visits, mentorships, competitions, in-class speakers, academy socials, industry field trips, and more. Students will work with up-to-date industry software and technology to create professional portfolios and prepare for professional certifications. Students will leave the program career and college ready.
Contact
AMAT Director
Katheryn Wendling
This program is offered at:
Grade Levels Served:
9th-12th Grade
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can High School Students apply to be in AMAT?
- Can my students take more than one strand?
- If my student decides to go to AMAT do they have to attend Turner?
- Does AMAT offer interships?
- IF I GET ACCEPTED INTO THE AMAT AND DECIDE TO DROP THE ACADEMY IN A YEAR OR TWO, AM I ALLOWED TO STAY AT RL TURNER, EVEN THOUGH IT IS NOT MY “ZONED” HIGH SCHOOL?
- DO YOU HAVE TO COMPLETE COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS FOR BUSINESS ACADEMY REQUIREMENTS?
- WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADES AND STAYING IN THE AMAT?