About Carver

Carver Center for Arts Technology is a Baltimore County Public School which provides interrelated arts, technology, and academic programs for students in grades 9-12. Founded in 1993, Carver Center is a countywide magnet school offering college-preparatory curriculum and rigorous courses of study in visual arts, acting, technical theatre, vocal music, dance, literary arts, business, carpentry, cosmetology, and culinary arts. Carver Center for Arts and Tech. offers students a unique opportunity for in-depth study in their field of interest. The academic program provides a range of advanced placement, gifted and talented, honors and standard courses, as well as full inclusion programs for students with special needs. The integration of technology, the arts, and academics accomplished by connecting theory and hands-on application, an approach that ensures students have a competitive edge for college and career opportunities. The admissions process includes an audition and interview in all of the areas. Eligibility is based on a student's demonstrated interest and potential for success in the chosen field.

Mission

Carver Center for Arts and Technology provides a supportive community for students with talent and interest in arts and technology. The school prepares students for college and career choices by immersing them in rigorous programs which are implemented through the interrelationship of arts, technology, academics, and field experiences.

We believe:

• Student learning is the priority of the school.


• Students have innate talent.


• Students possess multiple intelligences.


• Students can reach levels of intellectual and aesthetic excellence.


• All courses include cross-disciplinary experiences.


• Challenging expectations increase individual student performance.


• Students flourish in a creative and supportive community.


• Respect for others and for each others' work is paramount.


• A safe, respectful and physically comfortable environment promotes student learning.


• Lifelong learning is essential for success in a diverse and changing society.


• School wide instruction prepares students for both further study and career paths.


• The instructional program extends beyond the classroom.


• Partnerships with Carver students and the business and arts communities extend student learning.


• Students can learn to question, analyze, and problem solve.


• Students who make choices about their program of study are committed, self-directed learners.


• Students demonstrate their learning through various forms of assessment.


• Student learning is enhanced by integrated programs of instruction.