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37 37EDUCATE %u00b7 AFFIRM %u00b7 INSPIREPre%u2013BiotechnologyThe Pre%u2013Biotechnology Academy is designed to enable middle school students to explore the connections between science content areas and the rapidly growing biotechnology industry. At the same time, students develop the knowledge base to ensure successful articulation to high school science academies. The program provides, through a series of science electives, an understanding of the basic principles which form the foundation of biotechnology. Topics that are explored include genetics, DNA structure and function, utilization of basic biotechnology tools and techniques, forensics, bioethics, and genetic engineering. Students also survey the major career area opportunities related to the field of biotechnology.Pre%u2013Business/Information TechnologyThe Pre%u2013Business /Information Technology (IT) Academy provides an educational setting dedicated to the development of academic, social, and creative skills with a goal of creating responsible citizens. Students are introduced to the field of business and related careers through the use of information technology. Students participate in the co%u2013curricular student organization, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), where they may earn certificates and awards for their student portfolios as well as earn an Internet Business Associate Certificate in their final year at the Pre%u2013Business IT Academy.Pre%u2013Criminal JusticeThis exploratory course provides a comprehensive overview of how laws are made, enforced, and interpreted. Students explore the core components of the criminal justice system%u2014law enforcement, the judicial process, and corrections%u2014through interactive projects, mock trials, and hands-on laboratory activities. Emphasis is placed on digital literacy, constitutional rights, community relations, and introductory forensic techniques. This program prepares students to enter the Criminal Justice program in high school.Pre%u2013CulinaryThe Pre%u2013Culinary program is a three year preparatory program for the middle school student designed to encourage and prepare students for entry into high school culinary arts career academies or related fields of study. This program also provides middle school students with consumer level skills, begin the exploration of the culinary field, as well as related occupations. Areas of study include nutrition, safety and sanitation, culinary terminology, small and large equipment usage, and food preparation needed in the workforce. Opportunities to learn front and back%u2013of%u2013the%u2013house operations through entrepreneurship activities are also built into the curriculum. Pre%u2013EngineeringThe Pre%u2013Engineering curriculum provides a project%u2013based, hands%u2013on learning approach that is exciting and fun for students in grades 6%u20138. Classroom experiences relate technology to students%u2019 daily lives. It also promotes communication and collaboration by emphasizing a team approach in the instructional units. The approach utilizes the strengths of each team member to accomplish the goals of the project, while offering students learning challenges at all ability levels.MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAMSAvailable School OptionsChoice%u00b7 Bear Lakes MiddleIn%u2013House: None availableAvailable School OptionsChoice%u00b7 Addison Mizner K-8%u00b7 Crestwood Middle%u00b7 Independence MiddleIn%u2013House: None availableAvailable School OptionsChoice%u00b7 Carver Community MiddleIn%u2013House: None availableAvailable School OptionsChoice%u00b7 Jeaga Middle%u00b7 John F. Kennedy Middle%u00b7 Jupiter Middle%u00b7 Lake Worth Middle%u00b7 Tradewinds Middle%u00b7 Woodlands MiddleIn%u2013House%u00b7 Eagles Landing Middle%u00b7 Loggers' Run Community MiddleAvailable School OptionsChoice%u00b7 Christa McAuliffe Middle%u00b7 Congress Middle%u00b7 Crestwood Middle%u00b7 Roosevelt Community MiddleIn%u2013House: None available