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57 57EDUCATE %u00b7 AFFIRM %u00b7 INSPIREHIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMSInformation Technology- EsportsThe Information Technology%u2013E-Sports Academy combines competitive gaming with the technical skills required to support today%u2019s digital world. Students explore computer hardware, networking, cybersecurity, troubleshooting, game technology, streaming, and e-sports event operations while developing teamwork, communication, strategy, and problem-solving skills. The program prepares students to pursue further education and careers in information technology, cybersecurity, network administration, technical support, digital production, game development, and the expanding e-sports industry. All students applying to this program must meet the following eligibility criteria: 2.0 GPAInternational Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma ProgrammeThe IB Diploma Programme (DP) is an academically challenging and balanced program of education that prepares students in grades 11%u201312 for effective participation in a rapidly globalizing world and for postsecondary success in college and career. Students study at least two languages and increase understanding of diverse cultures. Due to its rigorous nature, preparation for the IB Diploma Programme is offered through the IB Middle Years Programme curricula in the 9th and 10th grades or through other accelerated curricula. The IB diploma leads to advanced standing in universities throughout the world. The IB Diploma Programme framework includes required courses within six subject groups: Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and the Arts. Schools tailor course sequences to meet each school%u2019s focus. Spanish or French are highly recommended to prepare students for the rigor of the program. All students applying to this program must meet the following eligibility criteria: 3.0 GPA. Additional eligibility criteria is listed below for each grade level%u2022 9th Grade: Enrollment in or completion of Algebra I or Algebra 1 Honors. Verification of enrollment in the required math courses is required at time of application submission. Proof of completion of the required courses must be submitted via email by May 21, 2027 to the school's Choice Coordinator%u2022 10th Grade: Must have completed and passed Algebra I, Geometry, Biology or higher, and French I or Spanish I or higher.%u2022 11th Grade: Must have completed and passed Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Biology, Chemistry, and two years of French or Spanish.%u2022 12th Grade: Must be transferring from an IB program and be on track for all IB assessments.Atlantic Community High- jackie.boileau@palmbeachschools.orgForest Hill Community High- diana.sardina@palmbeachschools.orgPahokee Middle-Senior High- alexxa.abraham@palmbeachschools.orgRoyal Palm Beach Community High- breyonna.weatherington@palmbeachschools.orgSuncoast High- deverie.yazar@palmbeachschools.orgWilliam T. Dwyer High- ronda.gagnon@palmbeachschools.orgInternational Spanish AcademyInternational Spanish Academies (ISA) are Dual Language programs that have signed a collaborative agreement with the Ministry of Education of Spain. This K%u201312 educational program is carried out within the framework of cooperative activities organized by the Office of Education of Spain in the U.S. and each participating district. The language, history, and culture of Spanish speaking countries are a major focus of the curriculum. Each student finishing their senior year at an ISA will take the DELE (Diploma of Spanish as a Foreign Language). Due to the sequential nature and the rigor of the language of instruction, students accepted to an International Spanish Academy (ISA) at the high school level should have had three (3) consecutive years of formal Spanish instruction at the middle school level. All students applying to this program must meet the following eligibility criteria: 2.5 GPA and language assessment.Available School OptionsChoice %u00b7 Boynton Beach Community HighIn%u2013House: None availableAvailable School OptionsGrades 9%u201310: IB MYPGrades 11%u201312: IB DPChoice%u00b7 Atlantic Community High%u00b7 Forest Hill Community High%u00b7 Pahokee Middle-Senior High%u00b7 Royal Palm Beach Community High%u00b7 Suncoast High%u00b7 William T. Dwyer HighIn%u2013House: None availableAvailable School OptionsChoice%u00b7 John I. Leonard HighIn%u2013House: None available

