Mustang Business Academy (MBA) Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is the application deadline?
A: The application window is now open from December 1st, 2021 to January 26th, 2022.
Q: What are the required forms I need to submit along with my application?
A: You need a completed application answering every question, including a writing prompt. You also need to attach copies of your 7th and 8th grade transcripts (unofficial transcripts are ok). Additionally, you need to attach a signed parent acknowledgment form. You must also have at least one of your core subject teachers submit a copy of their teacher recommendation form to David Okamoto: dokamoto@pylusd.org
Teacher Recommendation form and parent acknowledgment forms can be found at the bottom of this page.
Q: When will student's find out if they were admitted in the academy?
A: Student's will be notified by February 14, 2022
Q: When is the choice transfer deadline?
A: The choice transfer period begins January 5, 2022 and the deadline is February 11, 2022.
Please see the following link
here, for additional information.
Q: If I am a 9th grade student at YLHS, can I still apply to the MBA Academy?
A: Yes. Please submit all required documents including your 8th and 9th grade transcript.
Q: What are the courses required to complete the Business pathway?
A: If accepted in the business academy, students can take health and careers over the summer (courses are offered online), followed by Introduction to Business in the 9th grade, Business Comm & Technology in the 10th grade and Business Leadership in the 11th grade.
Q: What are the courses required to complete the Culinary pathway?
A: If accepted in the culinary academy, students can take health and careers over the summer (courses are offered online), followed by Introduction to Culinary Arts in 9th grade, Culinary Arts in the 10th grade and Culinary & Hospitality Management in the 11th grade. Hotel & Hospitality Occupations (CC/CVE) or Retail Restaurant (CC/CVE) may be taken through ROP in leu of the capstone class listed above.
Q: How many work based learning hours are required for each of the MBA pathways?
A: Work based learning hours have been reduced and will be updated in the 2021-2022 school year. More information can be provided by MBA teachers once student's are enrolled in their MBA classes.
