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PRE–K & ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics Available School Options
(STEAM)
The Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) program Choice
provides motivating, highly engaging, hands–on instruction in science, technology, · Citrus Cove Elementary
engineering, arts, and math. This program fosters innovation through scientific method, · H.L. Johnson Elementary
art design and creative problem solving and schools may use the Engineering is · Hidden Oaks K-8
Elementary program during the fine arts wheel. Each grade level develops year–long · Palm Beach Gardens Elementary
STEAM projects including hydroponic, butterfly and vegetable gardens, recycling, In–House
life cycle studies of flora and fauna, mural design, and use of the latest technology · Loxahatchee Groves Elementary
to include a 3D printer. Extracurricular clubs may include chess, SECME, art, music, · New Horizons Elementary
dance, Lego bricks, fitness, and cooking.
Small School Continuum Available School Options
The Small School Continuum at Village Academy is a unique school model that is
designed to provide a continuous and nurturing educational experience for students Choice
in a small school environment. Located on one school campus, Village Academy · Village Academy
students in kindergarten through grade 12 participate in a continuum of experiences In–House: None available
in Information Technology and Geospatial Technology, including preparation for
future careers in urban planning, engineering, medicine, mathematics, chemistry,
meteorology, physics, oceanography, data science, business, law, and humanities.
Spanish Dual Language Available School Options
Spanish Dual Language Programs, also known as "Two–Way Immersion" programs,
allow students to develop proficiency in two languages by receiving content area Choice
instruction in both English and Spanish. Students, regardless of native language · Cholee Lake Elementary
proficiency, are provided with ample exposure to both languages, allowing them to · Gove Elementary
achieve academic excellence while becoming bilingual and biliterate. The program · Hagen Road Elementary
also emphasizes cultural awareness and sensitivity. · North Grade K-8
Due to the rigor of Dual Language Programs after grade 1, applicants must receive · Plumosa School of the Arts
an eligible score on a fluency exam to determine eligibility. Students entering a In–House
Spanish Dual Language Program for the first time in grades 2–5 must pass a fluency · C.O. Taylor/Kirklane Elementary
· Forest Hill Elementary
exam to determine eligibility prior to being made eligible for the Choice lottery. · Freedom Shores Elementary
· Highland Elementary
· Hope Centennial Elementary
· Jupiter Elementary
· Liberty Park Elementary
· Melaleuca Elementary
· South Grade Elementary
· West Gate Elementary
Technology Available School Options
Meeting the technological challenges of the future will require highly specialized
skills for our young people. The Technology Choice program offers unique Choice
experiences and opportunities using technology as an educational tool that · Banyan Creek Elementary
integrates core academic requirements into a challenging and dynamic curriculum. In–House
Computers and other technologies enhance and assist in the learning process and · Golden Grove Elementary
create a highly motivating atmosphere in the school. Students also learn to integrate
the use of various technologies into their academic projects, presentations, learning
activities and assessments. This is a program of interest for many students.
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