Ralph R. McKee Career and Technical Education High School

McKee prepares you for college, career, and life. Here, you learn more, whether your dream is to design the most iconic building in New York City or join the Local 20. At McKee, we have small classes, committed faculty, secure grounds, and sophisticated technology. We provide you with the knowledge, study habits, resources, and guidance to attend college and shine once you do. We equip you with skills and certifications to start your career in fields like construction, drafting, electrical engineering, graphic arts, and software engineering. We teach you to think for yourself. We know you – your name, where you are from, how you learn, where you struggle – and you will never be just a number. Remember – McKee: College, Career, and Life.

• The Electrical Engineering and Installation Program instructs students in AC/DC circuit analysis, soldering, wiring of various circuits, residential wiring, commercial wiring, and motor controls.
• The Software Engineering program (SEP) will give students training and experience in coding. The SEP core topics are Python, Scratch, HTML, CSS, processing, and Java. Additional programming electronics and robotics skills are learned with Arduino, and LEGO robotics. Within robotics, students learn LEGO Mindstorms, EV3, and digital fabrication. Within 3-D printing using Makerbot, students learn Flash, animation, and Action Script. Internship partners include NYC DIIT and Ernst & Young.
• Students become proficient in Cisco to take the Cisco Certified Networking Associate Exam (CCNA)successful completion of this program prepares students for computer repair and maintenance, network design, and infrastructure support to install computer connections, program routers, and maintain computer networks. Internships partners include ASI, Digital Edge, and State Senator Diane Savino.
• Preparation for art and media design careers using digital technology – a blend of art, computers, and journalism; students will learn the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign etc.) animation, and video/audio editing. Students participate in internships and are prepared for advanced study and work in the field of graphic design. Internship partners include Blue Label Design, Froogle Printing, RGM Signs, Special Tees, and Wicked Stitches.
• Study includes structures, space, color, and form. Focus on hand drafting, architectural design, model making, and sketching. Students will learn industry standard software (AutoCAD & Revit); seniors complete projects culminating in portfolios for college entrance. Internship partners include E.B. Pritchard Architecture & Glass, Island Engineering, IMC Architecture, and Steven Savino Architect.
• Students use an industry standard curriculum (NATEF) that covers all facets of automotive repair. Students will learn Steering and Suspension, Brakes and Electricity/Electronics and Engine Performance. Students must take industry exams for certification. Internships are available for eligible students. Internship partners include Blackler Air, DANA Lincoln/Ford, DemaÂ’s Auto, Gotham Motorcycles, Lombardi Harley Davidson, Max Fleet, Millers Tug & Barge, and MTA.
• Integrated program that leads to industry based certification. Students are prepared for entry-level positions in construction trades. Curriculum includes carpentry and mechanical construction and CNC Router and MasterCam production. Students are prepared for college and industry positions. Internship partners include E.B. Pritchard Architecture & Glass, Millers Tug and Barge, NYC Division of School facilities, Scaran HVAC, and RGM Signs.

• Open to New York City residents
• Open to New York City residents
• Open to New York City residents
• Open to New York City residents
• Open to New York City residents
• Open to New York City residents
• Open to New York City residents

• Course Grades: English (65-100), Math (65-100), Social Studies (65-100), Science (65-100)
• Course Grades: English (55-100), Math (55-100), Social Studies (55-100), Science (60-100)
• Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (1.9-4.5), Math (1.9-4.5)
• Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (1.9-4.5), Math (1.8-4.5)
• Attendance and Punctuality
• Attendance and Punctuality

CTE program(s) in: Architecture and Construction, Information Technology, Manufacturing Production, Marketing, Sales & Service

CTE program(s) in: Scientific Research and Engineering, Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

Scholars Institute: Honors Courses

AVID, Project Lead The Way, Work-based Learning, Industry Certifications, McKee Advertising Design Enterprise, Italian, Art, Calculus, Tutoring

AP English

S40, S42, S44, S46, S48, S51, S52, S61, S62, S66, S74, S76, S78, S81, S84, S86, S90, S91, S92, S94, S96, S98

College Trips; Community Service Expected; Internships; Multi-Session School; Saturday Programs

Black Box Theater, Key Club, National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, Peer Mediation, Robotics, Saturday School, SAT Prep, Student Government, SkillsUSA

• Electrical Engineering and Installation Program
• Software Engineering
• Computer Systems Networking
• Graphic Design
• Architectural Drafting
• Automotive Technology
• Construction/Carpentry

• Engineering
• Computer Science & Technology
• Computer Science & Technology
• Visual Art & Design
• Engineering
• Computer Science & Technology
• Architecture