1. (AOF) Site Coordinator, Ms. Maria Waters

2. Part of the National Academy Foundation Students focus on courses for career opportunities in business, entrepreneurship, and finance Prepares students to meet the rigorous courses in college in the Business Administration field

3. Networking with businesses and students Field trips to financial institutions and companies Mock interviews with business executives Special conferences, ceremonies, and graduation Recognized and valued by colleges and universities when seen on student’s transcript

4. Additional Benefits : Additional scholarship opportunities Getting into a business school in college as a freshmen Access to a national network of committed education and community leaders Graduate are more prepared for employment and have more positive career outcomes

5. What are the required courses for the Academy of Finance? Accounting A & B Banking and Credit Honors Financial Planning Entrepreneurship A & B AP Economics A or B Honors International Finance Paid Internship Class at Montgomery College in Speech or Business

6. If you think your son or daughter is interested, contact: Maria Waters, Site Coordinator Northwest High School Maria_M_Waters@mcpsmd.org 301-601-4683