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PRE–K & ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PROGRAMS

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






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