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YOU ARE UNIQUE.

YOUR PATHWAY TO LEARNING IS UNIQUE.

 

ABOUT SEZP HIGH SCHOOLS

At SEZP high schools, every student is on a personalized path to financial independence and exciting, high-paying, high-growth careers.

All students, regardless of academic standing have the opportunity to:

  • Earn college credit while in high school
  • Benefit from a smaller school model while having access to all the amenities of a larger high school
  • Obtain skill certifications to enter the workforce upon graduation or pursue college
  • Earn money through internships & work-based learning placements
  • Defer graduation for a fifth year & complete a fully-funded Associate’s degree alongside their HS diploma

Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership (SEZP) are 16 Springfield Public Schools – our middle schools are neighborhood-based and our magnet and high schools are a part of the city’s balloting process – united in their innovative approach to supporting students.

LIFETIME BENEFITS

Last year, for Zone high school students:

1,000

Early College Credits Earned

$250,000

College Cost
Savings

18

AP Courses Offered

 86%

Graduation Rate

Median Wage Earnings
for Early College Pathways

EXPLORE OUR HIGH SCHOOLS

We offer 3 personalized pathway high schools: for newcomers to the United States; for students learning at their own pace; and for those preparing for a 4-year college.

We offer 4 early college high schools that provide all students the opportunity to earn 3-12 college credits per semester, beginning in their freshman year. Students take classes with high school peers and transition onto college campuses when ready.

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Pathway:
FOR NEWCOMERS TO OUR COUNTRY

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Pathway:
LEARN & GROW AT YOUR OWN PACE

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Pathway:
PREPARE FOR 4-YEAR COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY

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Pathway:
CYBERSECURITY, BIOTECH, ENGINEERING, COMPUTER SCIENCE, TECHNICAL ARTS

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Pathway:
CRIMINAL JUSTICE + ADVOCACY, HEALTHCARE & DIGITAL MEDIA

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Pathway:
EDUCATION, CRIMINAL JUSTICE, ALLIED HEALTH

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Pathway:
BUSINESS. DIGITAL MEDIA, HEALTH & EARLY EDUCATON

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

“I’ve taken ten computer science classes at Worcester State University and Quinsigamond Community College. I’ve built up 31 different credits in the computer science field, and I’m halfway to my computer science Associate’s degree with a starting pay up to $100,000.”

NaveahStudent, Discovery Polytech Early College High School

“From our first call to Discovery Polytech High School, we felt a sense of belonging that we've never experienced before. We love that the school creates a welcoming environment and it is truly a community. At the same time, students have the autonomy and independence to make decisions about their future and stay accountable to their goals with support from staff and peers.”

Paulette PiñeroParent, Discovery Polytech Early College High School

“This program offers students the opportunity to challenge themselves with more rigorous thinking, personal responsibility, and independence while also earning free college credits.”

Elanna BellowsTeacher, Rise Early College High School | Adjunct Professor, Worcester State University

SCHOOL LOCATIONS

Click on the hot spots on the map to see school locations,
school websites, and school ballot.

Discovery Polytech

355 Plainfield St

Springfield, MA 01107

(413) 750-2333

Website Ballot

Rise Academy

1-99 Glencoe St

Springfield, MA 01104

(413) 750-2887

Website Ballot

Duggan Academy

1015 Wilbraham Rd

Springfield, MA 01109

(413) 787-7410

Website Ballot

Commerce Academy

Aspire Academy

Emergence Academy

Springfield Honors Academy

415 State St

Springfield, MA 01105

Ballot

EARLY COLLEGE PARTNERS

BALLOT DEADLINE

Springfield Public School Students:
If you want to attend a Springfield Public High School in the 2024-25 school-year, you must fill out a ballot this winter.

Non-Springfield Public School Students:
You first need to register with Springfield Public Schools. More information about the entire process can be found here: School Selection—Springfield Public Schools.

Important 2024 Dates:

  • School Selection Window: January – February
  • School Lottery: Late March/ Early April
  • Families Notified of Lottery Result: April/May
Ballot