Farragut

Overview

Farragut Career Academy is in the heart of Little Village. It offers programs to enhance the lives of children. The core of education rests on college preparation courses and job readiness programs. Farragut's goal is to prepare students to set and achieve postsecondary goals. The curriculum is designed using "Transformation" as an instructional tool. The atmosphere and culture is student-centered. The walls are covered with inspiring hues and the voices of motivated students ring through the halls. There is a program for every student. Students are exposed to Honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Farragut offers certificates in Cosmetology, Automotives, Woodshop/Cabinet Making, and Medical Assistance. To support and promote leadership skills, students may also join Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC). Farragut offers an abundance of support and resources for students and the community.

Programs   Before and after school programs After School Matters Aim High Art Brainfuse Catapult Online Gear Up One School Tutoring School activities Blood Drive Book Club Debate Club Debate Team History History Club Honor Roll Assemblies Honor Roll Breakfast Honor Roll Society Mayor Daley's Book Club National Honor Society Science Club Science Fair Science Fair Club Student of The Month Student of The Month Club Student-of-the-month Breakfast Athletics Bowling Cheerleading Cross Country Dance Football Softball Wrestling

At-a-glance

Farragut produces great students. It is the home of the award-winning Admirals and Kevin Garnett. The unlimited resources guarantee success. Students are provided with a nurturing and rigorous learning environment. There are a number of extracurricular activities and programs to enhance student interests and skills.

Statistics Demographics As of 2008-2009, there were 1771 students enrolled at Farragut HS. 97.7% were low income Students. 17.1% were Special Education Students. 14.2% were Limited English Learners. As of 2008-2009, the largest demographic at Farragut HS was Hispanic. As of that time, this demographic made up 80.7% of the student population. The second greatest demographic was Black at 18.6%.

Students w/disabilities: 17.1 % English language learners: 14.2 % ADA accessible: No/unknown accessibility Dress Code: Yes

Enrollment and admissions Guidelines Open to students living in the attendance area. If space is available students outside the area may apply and will be selected through random lottery. Admissions contact Application type Application deadline Veronica Falls Standard Application 12/18/2009 Testing required None required. New to the CPS enrollment process? Learn more about the 3 steps in Enroll in a school.   Additional information resources CPS strives to provide information about our schools to parents and the community. The reports listed below are intended to provide additional information about each school. Report name Date Download School Segment Report 2009 School Segment Report 2010 Year 1 SIPAAA 2010 - 2012 State School Report Card 2009

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