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HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Computer Science Available School Options
The Computer Science program is designed to meet the needs of highly motivated Choice
students who wish to major in one of the various fields within Computer Science
industry. The program strives to provide college bound students with rigorous · Glades Central High
· Suncoast High School*
learning opportunities in an environment rich in quality of instruction, hand-on · West Boca Raton High (AP Computer
experiences, and course offerings. Students acquire a well-rounded foundation in the Science/Cybersecurity)
basic aspects of computing to include but not be limited to programming, database In–House:
programming, and algorithmic design, as well as mathematics and science. All · Dr. Joaquín García High
students applying to these programs must meet the following eligibility criteria:
3.0 GPA.
*Suncoast High School only: A GPA of a 3.0 or higher in each of the required
math courses: Algebra I Honors and Geometry Honors. Grades earned during
each marking period will be used to calculate the GPA for each math course.
Verification of enrollment in the required math courses is required at time of
application submission. Proof of completion of the required courses must be Available School Options
submitted via email by June 9, 2025 to heather.cleary@palmbeachschools.org.
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Computer Technology · John I. Leonard High* (Cybersecurity)
The Computer Technology program prepares goal-oriented students interested · Village Academy**
in any field of study for a future rigorous collegiate atmosphere. It provides highly In–House: None available
competitive honors and Advanced Placement courses with a strength in computer
education.
*All students applying to this program must meet the following eligibility criteria:
3.0 GPA, Algebra 1 Honors. Proof of completion of Algebra I Honors must be
submitted via email by June 2, 2025 to daisy.lord@palmbeachschools.org.
**All students applying to Village Academy must meet a GPA requirement of Available School Options
2.5. Completion of Algebra 1 is highly reccomended.
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Construction · Seminole Ridge Community High
The Construction program prepares students for college and employment in the · West Technical Education Center
building construction industry. The program provides necessary skills to enter In–House
home–building, general contracting, and related industries. This program focuses · Atlantic Community High
on broad transferable skills, stresses the understanding of all aspects of the building · Lake Worth Community High
construction industry, and demonstrates essential elements of the industry such as: · William T. Dwyer High
architecture, engineering, planning, management, finance, technical and production
skills. Incorporated in the curriculum are the underlying principles of technology,
labor issues, community issues, health, safety, and environmental issues. Training
occurs in the classroom, lab, and at actual job sites. There are no eligibility criteria Available School Options
required for students applying to these programs.
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Criminal Justice · Glades Central Community High
The Criminal Justice program offers a sequence of courses that provide coherent and · Lake Worth Community High
rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical In–House
knowledge and skills. Students are prepared for further education and careers in · Atlantic Community High
all five pathways within the Law, Public Safety and Security Career Cluster through · Forest Hill Community High
project–based, hands–on learning activities. Practical skills and field exercises · Jupiter Community High*
include: courtroom demeanor and testifying, report writing, identification, collection · Santaluces Community High
and preservation of evidence, interviewing techniques, radio communications, patrol
techniques, traffic direction, traffic crash investigations, defensive tactics, CPR, First *Students participating in the program at
Aid, and fingerprinting. Students have the opportunity to earn industry certification Jupiter High School will receive an educational
as Public Service Aides (PSA), as well as Accredited Legal Secretaries (ALS). College experience that includes an emphasis on the
credit opportunities are an available benefit for eligible Criminal Justice Academy study of law. In addition to the Criminal Justice
curriculum, students may take a sequence of
students through articulation agreements with local colleges and universities. courses to include Law Studies, Legal Systems
All students applying to these programs must meet the following eligibility & Concepts, International Law, Constitutional
criteria: 2.5 GPA. Applicants must pass a background check for continuation in Law, and Comprehensive Law.
the program.
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