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HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Computer Science Available School Options
The Computer Science program is designed to meet the needs of highly motivated Choice
students who wish to major in one of the various fields within Computer Science
industry. The program strives to provide college bound students with rigorous learning · Glades Central High
· Suncoast High School*
opportunities in an environment rich in quality of instruction, hand-on experiences, · West Boca Raton High (AP Computer
and course offerings. Students acquire a well-rounded foundation in the basic aspects Science/Cybersecurity)
of computing to include but not be limited to programming, database programming, In–House: None available
and algorithmic design, as well as mathematics and science. All students applying
to these programs must meet the following eligibility criteria: 3.0 GPA.
*Suncoast High School: Algebra I Honors and Geometry Honors are required.
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 June 6, 2024 to heather.cleary@palmbeachschools.org.

Computer Technology Available School Options
The Computer Technology program prepares goal-oriented students interested Choice
in any field of study for a future rigorous collegiate atmosphere. It provides highly · John I. Leonard High* (Cybersecurity)
competitive honors and Advanced Placement courses with a strength in computer · Village Academy**
education. In–House: None available
*All students applying to this program must meet the following eligibility criteria:
3.0 GPA, Algebra 1 Honors. Proof of completion of Algebra I Honors must be
submitted via email by May 30, 2024 to daisy.lord@palmbeachschools.org.
**All students applying to Village Academy must meet a GPA requirement of 2.5

Construction Available School Options
The Construction program prepares students for college and employment in the
building construction industry. The program provides necessary skills to enter Choice
home–building, general contracting, and related industries. This program focuses · Seminole Ridge Community High
on broad transferable skills, stresses the understanding of all aspects of the building · West Technical Education Center
construction industry, and demonstrates essential elements of the industry such as: In–House
architecture, engineering, planning, management, finance, technical and production · Atlantic Community High
skills. Incorporated in the curriculum are the underlying principles of technology, · Lake Worth Community High
labor issues, community issues, health, safety, and environmental issues. Training · William T. Dwyer High
occurs in the classroom, lab, and at actual job sites. There are no eligibility criteria
required for students applying to these programs.
Criminal Justice Available School Options
The Criminal Justice program offers a sequence of courses that provide coherent and
rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical Choice
knowledge and skills. Students are prepared for further education and careers in · Glades Central Community High
all five pathways within the Law, Public Safety and Security Career Cluster through · Lake Worth Community High
project–based, hands–on learning activities. Practical skills and field exercises In–House
include: courtroom demeanor and testifying, report writing, identification, collection · Atlantic Community High
and preservation of evidence, interviewing techniques, radio communications, patrol · Forest Hill Community High
techniques, traffic direction, traffic crash investigations, defensive tactics, CPR, First · Jupiter Community High*
Aid, and fingerprinting. Students have the opportunity to earn industry certification · Santaluces Community High
as Public Service Aides (PSA), as well as Accredited Legal Secretaries (ALS). College *Students participating in the program at
credit opportunities are an available benefit for eligible Criminal Justice Academy Jupiter High School will receive an educational
students through articulation agreements with local colleges and universities. experience that includes an emphasis on the
All students applying to these programs must meet the following eligibility study of law. In addition to the Criminal Justice
criteria: 2.5 GPA. Applicants must pass a background check for continuation in curriculum, students may take a sequence of
the program. courses to include Law Studies, Legal Systems
& Concepts, International Law, Constitutional
Law, and Comprehensive Law.

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