Spartan School of BusinessBusiness Academy at Deptford Twp. High School 

Why Business?

1. Among the most popular college majors.

2. Lucrative and In-Demand Degree 

One of the most popular careers and well-paying

(Most people end up in business).Among the 10 largest occupations in the private sector, general and operations managers and registered nurses had the highest wages, with annual mean wages of $117,210 and $69,060, respectively

Spartan School of Business

(Business & Finance Academy)

at D.T.H.S.

ACADEMICS

Exposure to a variety of business, financial and computer courses

Development of new courses

OPPORTUNITY

Internships, Work experience via School to Careers

College Credits with Rowan College at GC

ENRICHMENT

Conferences, Competitions, Community Involvement and Social Networking via membership in FBLA

Future goal… NBHS

Value• ACADEMICS:

– Students will develop a transcript of business courses demonstrating their academic preparation for success in a college-level business program; 

• OPPORTUNITY:– College Credits…– Marketable internships/work experience with local employers or here at DTHS 

• ENRICHMENT:– a portfolio of experiences, networking, certificates and awards in nationally 

recognized business conferences and competitions hosted by FBLA; – and honors recognition upon graduation.  

• These cumulative benefits will ultimately contribute to their success in life and society;

• while expanding their transcript and marketable background/skills for college admissions and employment.

How it worksBenefits:· Business, finance and computers are a back-bone to every career.· Business provides lucrative career opportunities· Business is among the most popular college major· Develop a marketable transcript and life skills· Nationally recognized organization (FBLA)· Competitions and Conferences· Awards, scholarships· Networking · College-credits (partnership with RCGC)· Recognition at graduation

Pre-requisites

• 3.0 GPA in all 4 major subject areas (Science, Social Studies, Math, and ELA)

• As of 2nd MP of 8th grade year

Suggested Tracks

 NOTE: A minimum GPA  of 3.5 in 30 business education credits and an overall GPS of 3.0 is required upon  graduation.  Learn more from your guidance counselor or the DTHS website. 

*SSB = Spartan School Business student only section of course

Sophomore: (at least 7.5 cr.)     Microsoft Office Applications *SSB (5 cr.)      General Business Ed. Elective (2.5 cr.)     *FBLA Membership

Pending: Summer Pathway – 1 RCGC approved summer course (2.5cr)

Senior (at least 10 cr.)     Advanced College Accounting *SSB (5 cr.)      Internship/Coop (5cr.)         –or- RCGC approved college courses                        (1 ea. Sem = 5 cr.)         –or- 2 general Business Ed. Electives                        (2.5 cr. ea)     *FBLA Membership 

Freshman (at least 5 cr.):     Professionalism *SSB (2.5 cr.) sem.1     Business Management *SSB (2.5 cr.) sem.2     *FBLA Membership

Junior: (at least 7.5 cr.)     Personal Finance... (2.5 cr.)*NJ Req.      Business Law *SSB (2.5 cr.)      General Business Ed. Elective (2.5 cr. ea)      *FBLA Membership 

DTHS Business Education Course Offerings

• Professionalism *SSB (2.5 cr.)• Accounting 1 (5 cr.)• Accounting 2 (5 cr.)• Advanced College Accounting *SSB (5 cr.)• Microsoft Office Applications *SSB (5 cr.)• Business Law *SSB (2.5 cr.)• Business Management *SSB (2.5 cr.)• Creative Web Pages (2.5 cr.)• Desktop Publishing (2.5 cr.)• Multimedia Presentations (2.5 cr.)• Personal Finance, Economic and Business Literacy (2.5 cr. and NJ 

requirement)

College CreditsSpartan School of Business and Rowan College at Gloucester 

County have carefully selected business-related courses that academy students are encouraged to take during the summer of their junior/senior year and each semester of their senior year.  

These courses build on the foundation of business knowledge established at Deptford High and are offered at discounted tuition rate for Spartan School of Business students.  In addition, high school credits will be earned for the successful completion of these courses.  It is suggested students complete 3 college courses before graduation potentially earning 9-12+ college credits.

Spartan School of Business approved and recommended RCGC offerings:

• BUS 101 – Introduction to Business• BUS 221 – Principles of Marketing• BUS 224 – Social Media and Internet Marketing• CIS 102 – Computer Information Systems• CIS 110 – Fundamentals of Programming• CIS 120 – Spreadsheets, Excel• COM 104 – Business Communications• ECO 100 – Introduction to Economics• ECO 101 – Principles of Economics 1 (Macro)

F.B.L.A.(Future Business Leaders of America)• Business & Finance Academy students are highly encouraged to get the most out

of the program as active members of the local chapter of F.B.L.A. • FBLA is the premier organization for students preparing for careers in business. It

is the largest student business organization in the world with a quarter of a million members. FBLA prepares students for “real-world” professional experiences. Members gain the competitive edge for college and career success.

• FBLA membership provides:

• Leadership development & achievement• Travel opportunities• Challenging competitions• Scholarships, prizes, and awards• Informative publications• Certification opportunities• Community service experience

Internship Experience

Academy students are encouraged to gain valuable real-world experiences through work or intern experience during their senior year.   Internships will be available in the Deptford Township School District and will other local businesses.

Business Education Faculty

• Mr. C. Scheeper—Dept. Head—Business Ed.

• Mr. P. Landis—Business Education

• Mr. B. Hennis– Business Education

For more information/Next Steps

• Contact your guidance counselor or any of the DTHS Business Education teachers

• Grab a brochure• Visit the high school or district web site• Fill out an application and turn in to guidance by Feb. 20

DTHS—Career & Technical Education

“Learning that works”