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MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAMS
fields of study.

Available School Options
Mechatronics Choice
Mechatronics is the combination of mechanical engineering, computing, and · West Technical Education Center
electronics as used in the design and development of new manufacturing techniques. (grade 8 only)*
Mechatronics is critically important to keeping industrial or production facilities In–House: None available
operation systems running smoothly. The program at West Tech places a heavy *Students spend the day at their assigned
emphasis on hands–on manufacturing skills & robotics production. As you matriculate school while participating in Mechatronics as
through this program you will have opportunities to earn up to four industry an elective course.
certifications—Pre–Engineering, Robotics, MSSC Certified Production Technicians
(MSSC–CPT), and Mechatronics Fitter. Students that earn the MSSC–CPT industry
certification should be eligible for 15 credit hours towards the Florida Engineering
Technology A.S./A.A.S. where the program is offered in the state. Available School Options
Multimedia and Television Production
Choice
Students will learn the fundamentals of journalism, story–boarding, scripting, · Osceola Creek Middle
lighting, and equipment set up. Students will demonstrate an understanding of · Plumosa School of the Arts (Grade 6 only)
control room operations, such as super–imposing, operating internal key sources, In–House: None available
chroma key applications, and altering key colors. Students will also demonstrate an
understanding of video editing skills by learning hands–on with professional non–
linear editing software. This program will be journalism intensive the first year so
that students have a strong writing background, before moving to skills regarding
camera systems, operations, sound, graphics, editing, lighting and staging during
the second year. The final year will involve hands on, team oriented experiences with
production as the goal. This strong writing and production program will support rigor
in academic Language Arts courses and link to the content of two IT courses. Available School Options

Multimedia, Music, and Communications Choice
The Multimedia, Music, and Communications program provides students with an · Crestwood Middle
opportunity to combine live performance such as band, strings, choral, theater, and · Jupiter Middle
technology to explore and develop their personal creativity and prepare for a career In–House: None available
in today’s art entertainment and multimedia industries. Students participate in one or
more of the program strands, including: communication arts, digital graphic design,
music—band, keyboard—piano, strings, vocal, and theatre. Available School Options
Music—Band Choice
The Band program centers on building a solid foundation of musical knowledge. · Bak Midddle School of the Arts
Connections with history, culture, technology, and art are reinforced with a varied · Lantana Community Middle
· Palm Springs Community Middle
curriculum to develop fundamental musicianship, technical skills, and aesthetic · Plumosa School of the Arts (Grade 6 only)
awareness all while developing a well-rounded student, a lifelong music lover, · The Conservatory School @ North Palm
consumer and participant. Beach
Eligibility: Eligible audition score required for Bak Middle School of the Arts and The In–House: None available
Conservatory School @ North Palm Beach, only.

Available School Options
Music—Keyboard/Piano
Students in the Keyboard/Piano program will master note reading, understanding Choice
· Bak Midddle School of the Arts (eligible
basic theory and its application at the keyboard/piano. Students will learn to develop audition score required)
good practice habits, play with a steady rhythm, good technique and posture. · Plumosa School of the Arts (Grade 6 only)
Students in this program will receive instruction in solfege, sight reading and ear In–House: None available
training. Students have performed in important venues such as Steinway, and Merkin

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