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MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAMS

International Spanish Academies Available School Options
International Spanish Academies (ISA) are Dual Language programs that have signed a Choice
collaborative agreement with the Ministry of Education of Spain. This K–12 educational · Okeeheelee Middle
program is carried out within the framework of cooperative activities organized by the · Palm Springs Community Middle
Office of Education of Spain in the U.S. and each participating district. The language, In–House: None available
history, and culture of Spanish speaking countries are a major focus of the curriculum.
Eligibilty: Eligible score on a Spanish assessment test.
Leadership Academy (African American/Afro Centric Studies) Available School Options
The Roosevelt Leadership Academy will intensely focus on the development of the full Choice
human potential of our young leaders. This STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, · Roosevelt Community Middle
Arts, and Math) based/focused program offers unique educational opportunities and In–House: None available
experiences using an Afro-Centric delivery of curriculum and infusing African American
Studies across the core academic areas. Computers and other technologies will be
used to enhance and assist the learning process and to create highly motivated
students. Parents and guardians are encouraged to be involved with their child’s
learning experiences throughout the school year. Students will have the opportunity
to interact with community leaders and explore the contributions of African and African
Americans at the local, state, national, and international levels. For more information
about this Choice program, please contact the Choice Academies Coordinator, Mr.
Robert Fletcher, for additional information at robert.fletcher@palmbeachschools.
org or (561) 822-0261.
Literary and Fine Arts Available School Options
The students will intensely focus on a chosen art area. The program challenges
students to achieve a high standard of artistic professionalism, literary understanding Choice
and analysis, and academic excellence in their artistic concentration. Exposure to · Watson B. Duncan Middle
professional artists, performances, and the opportunity to travel internationally In–House: None available
and domestically will provide students with insight into historical works of art while
providing inspiration for their own creative endeavors.
Students may apply to one (or two) of the following Literary and Fine Arts programs:
Literary and Fine Arts—Instrumental
Literary and Fine Arts—Theatre
Literary and Fine Arts—Visual
Literary and Fine Arts—Vocal
Literary and Fine Arts—Writing & Literature

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