Dillard High School and the Emerging Computer Technology Programis committed to academic excellence. A major goal is to provide students unique opportunities to participate in highly specialized and technical courses in digital media, computer programming, robotics and hardware/network support.

In addition to the intensive work in these specialized fields, students will participate in a well rounded academic program which affords them the opportunity to explore a well-defined, but varied curriculum. Each year our graduating seniors amass more than $1.5 million in scholarships.

Entrance Requirements

Dillard's Emerging Computer Technology Program Offers You

Computer Programming

Our computer programming course of study involves students in programming, computer applications, statistics, and emergent technology. Students will learn the languages of Pascal and C++ where they will master functions and procedures, write programs, and problem solve. In addition to Pascal and C++ programming, students master Microsoft Office and Network Navigator. They will also create a digital portfolio focusing on their achievements in all academic areas during the high school years. Students will also sponsor the middle school LEGO robotics tournament.

Robotics

Students will become proficient in a variety of technical fields, such as visual modeling, programming, 2 and 3-D computer programming, digital media and robotics research. As part of this project oriented course, students will use state of the art hardware and software to create presentations requiring computer graphics and animation to communicate visually to a variety of audiences. The robotics team will also prepare for the national FIRST competition which judges student talent in robot creation and manipulation. Students are teamed with Motorola who sponsors the students and whose engineers train the students via on site and distance learning. As students progress they will research various robot designs, test prototypes focusing on mechanics and creating solutions to industrial problems. Students work collaboratively throughout their 4 years, learning various aspects of a business, including financial management programs, and overall administrative functions.

Multimedia

During this course of study, students will produce a digital portfolio highlighting their achievements throughout their academic career. They will master the computer as a presentation tool. Projects will involve computer graphics, desktop publishing, and Internet publishing. They will also explore 3-D rendering, animation, digital video editing, image manipulation, presentation, and audio editing. Many of the projects assigned can be coordinated with other disciplines so that students will demonstrate mastery of their technical talents in other areas of study, such as American History.

Hardware/Network Support

This course of study concentrates on computer applications in hardware support and emergent technology. Students will become proficient in computer systems architecture, software and hardware fundamentals, micro processing and customer relations. Students will develop skills in DC circuits, communication interfacing and entrepreneurship. These Students will also maintain the computer recycling lab. Early on, students will have hands-on experience building and rebuilding computer hardware. Many of our students have received their A+ Certification from the industry, entitling them to apply for positions as industry certified technicians.

We invite all interested students to apply to the Dillard High School Emerging Computer Technology Program.

The magnet office will begin accepting applications in January for our incoming fall students. It is the parent's responsibility to submit the application to the magnet office. Please note that the application deadline is March 1 for the new school year. All paperwork must be received before your application will be processed. Please feel free to call our office if you need any further information or would like to tour our school.

Thank you for your interest and cooperation. We look forward to working with our future rocket scientists.

Esther McKee-Savage
ECT Program Coordinator
(754) 322-0852