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PRE–K & ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics
(STEAM)
The Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) program Available School Options
provides motivating, highly engaging, hands–on instruction in science, technology, Choice
engineering, arts, and math. This program fosters innovation through scientific · Citrus Cove Elementary
method, art design and creative problem solving and schools may use the · H. L. Johnson Elementary
Engineering is Elementary program during the fine arts wheel. Each grade level · Hidden Oaks (K–8)
develops year–long STEAM projects including hydroponic, butterfly and vegetable · Loxahatchee Groves Elementary
gardens, recycling, life cycle studies of flora and fauna, mural design, and use of the · Palm Beach Gardens Elementary
latest technology to include a 3D printer. Extracurricular clubs may include chess, In–House: None available
SECME, art, music, dance, Lego bricks, fitness, and cooking.

Small School Continuum
The Small School Continuum at Village Academy is a unique school model that is Available School Options
designed to provide a continuous and nurturing educational experience for students
in a small school environment. Located on one school campus, Village Academy Choice
students in kindergarten through grade 12 participate in a continuum of experiences · Village Academy
in Information Technology and Geospatial Technology, including preparation for In–House: None available
future careers in urban planning, engineering, medicine, mathematics, chemistry,
meteorology, physics, oceanography, data science, business, law, and humanities.

Available School Options
Spanish Dual Language Choice
Spanish Dual Language Programs, also known as "Two–Way Immersion" programs, · Cholee Lake Elementary
allow students to develop proficiency in two languages by receiving content area · Gove Elementary
instruction in both English and Spanish. Students, regardless of native language · Hagen Road Elementary
proficiency, are provided with ample exposure to both languages, allowing them to · North Grade Elementary
achieve academic excellence while becoming bilingual and biliterate. The program · Plumosa School of the Arts
also emphasizes cultural awareness and sensitivity. Due to the rigor of Dual Language In–House
· C.O. Taylor/Kirklane Elementary
Programs after grade 1, applicants must receive an eligible score on a fluency exam · Forest Hill Elementary
to determine eligibility. Students entering a Spanish Dual Language Program for the · Freedom Shores Elementary
first time in grades 2–5 must pass a fluency exam to determine eligibility prior to · Highland Elementary
being made eligible for the Choice lottery. · Hope Centennial Elementary
· Jupiter Elementary
· Liberty Park Elementary
· Melaleuca Elementary
· South Grade Elementary
Technology · West Gate Elementary
Meeting the technological challenges of the future will require highly specialized
skills for our young people. The Technology Choice program offers unique Available School Options
experiences and opportunities using technology as an educational tool that
integrates core academic requirements into a challenging and dynamic curriculum. Choice
Computers and other technologies enhance and assist in the learning process and · Banyan Creek Elementary
create a highly motivating atmosphere in the school. Students also learn to integrate · Boca Raton Elementary
the use of various technologies into their academic projects, presentations, learning In–House
activities and assessments. This is a program of interest for many students. · Golden Grove Elementary

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