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PRE–K & ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics Available School Options
(STEAM) Choice
The Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) program · Citrus Cove Elementary
provides motivating, highly engaging, hands–on instruction in science, technology, · H.L. Johnson Elementary
engineering, arts, and math. This program fosters innovation through scientific method, · Hidden Oaks K-8
art design and creative problem solving and schools may use the Engineering is · Palm Beach Gardens Elementary
Elementary program during the fine arts wheel. Each grade level develops year–long In–House
STEAM projects including hydroponic, butterfly and vegetable gardens, recycling,
life cycle studies of flora and fauna, mural design, and use of the latest technology · Loxahatchee Groves Elementary
· New Horizons Elementary
to include a 3D printer. Extracurricular clubs may include chess, SECME, art, music,
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 Choice
designed to provide a continuous and nurturing educational experience for students · Village Academy
in a small school environment. Located on one school campus, Village Academy In–House: None available
students in kindergarten through grade 12 participate in a continuum of experiences
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 Choice
area instruction in both English and Spanish. Students, regardless of native · Cholee Lake Elementary
language proficiency, are provided with ample exposure to both languages, · Gove Elementary
allowing them to achieve academic excellence while becoming bilingual and · Hagen Road Elementary
· North Grade K-8
biliterate. The program also emphasizes cultural awareness and sensitivity. · Plumosa School of the Arts
Due to the rigor of Dual Language Programs after grade 1, applicants must receive an In–House
eligible score on a fluency exam to determine eligibility. Students entering a Spanish · C.O. Taylor/Kirklane Elementary
Dual Language Program for the first time in grades 2–5 must pass a fluency exam to · Forest Hill Elementary
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 experiences Choice
and opportunities using technology as an educational tool that integrates core · Banyan Creek Elementary
academic requirements into a challenging and dynamic curriculum. Computers and · Boca Raton Elementary
other technologies enhance and assist in the learning process and create a highly In–House
motivating atmosphere in the school. Students also learn to integrate the use of · Golden Grove Elementary
various technologies into their academic projects, presentations, learning activities
and assessments. This is a program of interest for many students.

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