The Information Technology Academy’s (IT Academy) mission is to motivate and prepare Kennedy High and El Cerrito High students for graduation, postsecondary education and careers in networking, database management, and web design. The Academy introduces students to career-related academic concepts and hands on experience, and supports them in reaching their educational and career goals.  The Academy also invites two-way communication between students and professionals in Information Technology careers, both in school and in professional environments, allowing students to learn about career paths firsthand, and community members to have input into educating the future work force.