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MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Available School Options Pre–Information Technology
The Pre–Information Technology (IT) Program offers an innovative, integrated learning
Choice environment focused on computers, technology, and communications. Students who
· Carver Community Middle participate in a Pre–Information Technology program acquire foundational knowledge and
· Christa McAuliffe Middle skills in basic programming techniques, software and web development, and emerging
· Emerald Cove Middle digital technologies. Emphasis is placed on a college preparatory curriculum directly linked
· John F. Kennedy Middle to career pathways in the IT career cluster.
· Pahokee Middle-Senior High
· Polo Park Middle *Village Academy is a unique public-school model that is designed to provide a continuous
· Village Academy* and nurturing educational experience for students in a small school continuum environment.
· Wellington Landings Middle Students who participate in this Pre–Information Technology Academy will learn about
· West Boynton Middle digital information technology, basic computer programming techniques, and foundations
· Western Pines Middle of software and web development. The program provides students with opportunities to
· Woodlands Middle build foundational knowledge and skills suitable for pursuing higher–level IT programs.
In–House
· Boca Raton Community Middle
· Eagles Landing Middle
· L.C. Swain Middle
· Lake Worth Middle
Available School Options Pre–Law
The Pre–Law Academy provides middle school students with a fundamental understanding
Choice of the American legal system from a variety of perspectives, both civil and criminal. Students
· Independence Middle participating in this program will foster an appreciation of essential historical information
· Jeaga Middle concerning the development of the United States legal system and the working structure
· Loggers' Run Community Middle of the government. Moreover, students will gain an understanding of procedural issues
In–House: in the courts, specific concepts of law, the distinctive characteristics of criminal law and
· L.C. Swain Middle procedures, the roles of various legal professionals, and the effect of legal ethics on the
· Lake Shore Middle practice of law. This program also provides a functional appreciation for students with
regard to the impact of the legal system on their lives and chosen future career endeavors.
Available School Options Pre–Medical Sciences
The Pre–Medical Sciences program is a three–year preparatory honors program for the
Choice middle school student that emphasizes science, math, and language skills while preparing
· Boca Raton Community Middle students to be highly competitive in the medical field. The courses offered include
· Christa McAuliffe Middle Orientation to Health Occupations, Exploration of Health Science Professions & Career
· Congress Middle Planning, and Medical Skills and Services. In the School District of Palm Beach County all
· Howell L. Watkins Middle medical courses provide local honors credit.
· Jupiter Middle
· Lake Shore Middle *Loggers' Run Communiuty Middle School in conjunction with their Pre–Medical Program
· Lantana Community Middle offers a 3–year comprehensive Forensic Science program. This program introduces forensic
· Loggers' Run Community Middle* concepts through both text and hands on activities. Students will learn about forensic
· Roosevelt Community Middle
· Western Pines Middle science careers, advanced problem solving techniques, and crime scene analysis while
In–House working in a highly interactive environment.
· Independence Middle
· L.C. Swain Middle
· West Boynton Middle
· Woodlands Middle
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