FREEHOLD, NJ — Eighth-grade students interested in turning their passions into career-focused, hands-on high school experiences are invited to explore their options this fall through the Monmouth County Vocational School District’s Career Academy Information Sessions. Advance registration, which is required for all information sessions, is available through the MCVSD District website.
Whether students are interested in health sciences, biotechnology, law and public safety, communications, technology or marine science, MCVSD’s six Career Academies offer opportunities to explore those interests through rigorous academics and specialized programs of study. MCVSD’s Career Academies are highly regarded with several academies consistently ranking among the best in New Jersey and nationally.
The Career Academies are four-year, full-time public high schools where students learn alongside peers who share similar interests. Students gain access to advanced coursework, industry-standard tools and technology, research opportunities, mentorships and real-world learning experiences that help prepare them for college and future careers.
“Our students have opportunities to earn advanced academic standing, develop deep knowledge in a field that interests them, work with industry-standard tools and technologies, and apply their learning through research, mentorships, and other authentic experiences,” said MCVSD Superintendent Sean Meehan. “Just as important, they build the professional skills, relationships, and confidence that will serve them in college, their careers, and beyond.”
The information sessions give prospective students and their families an inside look at each academy’s academic programs, school culture, student experience and specialized opportunities. Attendees will also learn about the application and admissions process.
Students and families are encouraged to attend sessions at each Career Academy they are considering. Eighth-grade students must attend an information session for the academy to which they apply, and MCVSD will verify attendance as part of the application process.
Students may attend sessions at multiple Career Academies while exploring their options, but they may apply to only one Career Academy.
2026–2027 Career Academy Information Session Schedule
Academy of Allied Health & Science
2325 Heck Avenue, Neptune, NJ 07753
Thursday, October 1 — 6:30 p.m
Saturday, October 10 — 10 a.m.
Saturday, October 24 — 10 a.m.
Tuesday, November 17 — 6:30 p.m.
Academy of Law & Public Safety
255 West End Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740
Thursday, October 22 — 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, November 19 — 6:00 p.m.
Biotechnology High School
5000 Kozloski Road, Freehold, NJ 07728
Saturday, October 10 — 10 a.m.
Thursday, October 22 — 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 12 — 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 21 — 10 a.m.
Communications High School
1740 New Bedford Road, Wall, NJ 07719
Wednesday, October 14 — 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 17 — 10 a.m.
Thursday, November 12 — 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 14 — 10 a.m.
High Technology High School
765 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, NJ 07738
Saturday, October 10 — 10 a.m.
Thursday, October 22 — 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 14 — 10 a.m.
Thursday, November 19 — 6:30 p.m.
Marine Academy of Science & Technology
305 MAST Way, Sandy Hook, NJ 07732
Saturday, October 3 — 10 a.m.
Thursday, October 15 — 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 14 — 10 a.m.
Thursday, November 19 — 6:30 p.m.
About Monmouth County Vocational School District
MCVSD operates six full-time Career Academies including the Academy of Allied Health and Science, Academy of Law and Public Safety, Biotechnology High School, Communications High School, High Technology High School and Marine Academy of Science and Technology. Each welcomes students as freshmen and retains those students through their senior year of high school, for a focused learning experience that helps them take meaningful steps toward their college and career goals.
MCVSD also operates more than 30 shared-time programs, a Career Center for students with special needs and adult programs. Questions about the admissions process for the MCVSD Career Academies or any other career and technical education program offered by MCVSD should be directed to applications@ctemc.org.