Rickards Law Program

International Baccalaureate Program

The IB Diploma Program at James S. Rickards High School meets the needs of highly motivated students and is considered the most rigorous high school curriculum in the world. James S. Rickards High School endeavors to carry out the intentions of the International Baccalaureate Organization. Colleges and universities recognize the IB Diploma for course credits, awarding up to 30 hours college credit. The IB curriculum also fulfills the requirements for the Bright Futures Scholarship.

The Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) Program

The AVID program, or  Advancement Via Individual Determination, is a college-preparatory program designed to increase learning and performance through research-based methods of effective instruction. The AVID College Readiness System (ACRS) accelerates students' learning, uses research-based methods of effective instruction, provides meaningful and motivational professional learning, and acts as a catalyst for systemic reform and change.   

The Millicent Holifield Academy of Health Sciences

he Health Sciences program provides students with the skills and experiences necessary for employment and post-secondary education in any of the allied health sciences, medical sciences, veterinary medicine, dental medicine, and public health sciences or nursing. Academy students have the opportunity to become members of HOSA and the Big Bend AHEC/TMH Healthcare Ambassador Program, dual enroll, and earn Industry Certification. Students are also eligible for a TMH clinical scholarship set aside specifically for graduates of the Millicent Holifield Academy of Health Sciences.

 The Engineering Academy

The Engineering Academy is offered for students who desire to pursue a career in the engineering, manufacturing, and/or technical fields. The Academy allows students to earn industry certification through hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment. The integrated curriculum provides technical skills in a variety of areas, including computer design, quality assurance, manufacturing processes, electrical systems, and automated systems.