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High School Innovative Programs
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Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Mathematics Zone
The program focuses on a holistic approach which includes a rigorous curriculum incorporating direct instruction, project-based learning, problem and inquiry-based learning, and scientific methodology in daily instruction. Arts are incorporated through multi-level performances and recitals.
Locations:
J.P. Taravella High School
10600 Riverside Drive
Coral Springs, FL 33071
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Project RED (Rigorous Engineering Design)
This program is for high-achieving students with an interest in the field of engineering and is available by application only. Students wishing to apply must complete Algebra 1 prior to ninth grade and must have a minimum middle school grade point average of 3.0. Students must also earn a Level 3 or higher on the reading portion of the FSA.
Location:
Everglades High School
17100 SW 48th Court
Miramar, FL 33027
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Cambridge Programme
Cambridge AICE Program (Advanced International Certificate of Education)
The Cambridge International Program prepares students for college and careers by offering a curriculum of rigor that is recognized internationally, preparing them for post-secondary coursework, and allowing the opportunity for students to earn college credits while in high school. The Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) courses will allow our students the opportunity to earn the International AICE diploma, an internationally renowned special diploma that is recognized by colleges and universities all over the world.
Locations:
Cooper City High School
9401 Stirling Road
Cooper City, FL 33328
754-322-0200https://www.browardschools.com/coopercityhigh
Coral Glades High School
2700 Sportsplex Drive,
Coral Springs, FL 33065
754-322-1250https://www.browardschools.com/coralglades
Cypress Bay High
18600 Vista Park Boulevard
Weston, FL 33332
754-323-0350https://www.browardschools.com/cypressbay
Everglades High
17100 SW 48th Court
Miramar, FL 33027
754-323-0500https://www.browardschools.com/evergladeshigh
McArthur High
6501 Hollywood Boulevard
Hollywood, FL 33024
754-323-1200
https://www.browardschools.com/mcarthurPiper High
8000 Northwest 44th Street
Sunrise, FL 33351
754-322-1700
https://www.browardschools.com/piperSouth Broward High
1901 N. Federal Highway
Hollywood, FL 33020
754-323-1800
https://www.browardschools.com/southbrowardSouth Plantation High
1300 Paladin Way
Plantation, FL 33317
754-323-1950
https://www.browardschools.com/southplantationWestern High
1200 SW 136th Avenue
Davie, FL 33325
754-323-2400
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Career Technology Education Pathway University Program
Students have the opportunity to earn industry certifications, knowledge, and skills for the 21st century workplace through technical career pathways that incorporate project-based learning. In addition, college prep pathways allow students the opportunity to take advanced coursework leading to post-secondary options.
Location:
Plantation High School
6901 NW 16th Street
Plantation, FL 33313
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Dual Enrollment
Dual Enrollment
Coral Springs High School (CSHS) has built a strong partnership with Broward College to provide a unique educational opportunity for college-ready students. We continue to increase enrollment and offer the largest on-campus dual enrollment program in Broward County. College-bound students who meet the requirements for dual enrollment will be able to take college courses through Broward College which provide an opportunity for students to engage in a rigorous curriculum that integrates core academics necessary for a four-year degree, while completing a high school diploma. Students in our program receive a scope of services focused on personalizing their educative experience beyond regular school standards to meet the post secondary challenges of the 21st century by encouraging students to develop patterns of behavior that promote academic and social success on a global scale.
Location:
Coral Springs High
7201 W. Sample Road
Coral Springs, FL 33065
754-322-0500
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FBI Youth Academy
FBI Youth Academy
The Youth Academy provides students with an inside look at the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), building mutually beneficial relationships and partnerships along the way. Students learn to identify and analyze criminal problems affecting communities and develop proactive initiatives to respond to those problems.
Location:
Everglades High
17100 SW 48th Court
Miramar, FL 33027
754-323-0500
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Fine Arts Initiative
Fine Arts Initiative
The Westglades Middle/Stoneman Douglas High Schools Fine Arts Initiative combines community and stakeholder engagement, to provide a comprehensive Fine Arts innovative program. A major program goal is to attract and retain students residing in school boundaries. The study of the arts can significantly boost student achievement, improve behavior, and prepare students for college and careers. This program will develop our students’ creativity and innovative critical thinking skills for completing and succeeding in a global economy.
Location:
Stoneman Douglas High
5901 Pine Island Road
Parkland, FL 33076
754-322-2150
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Fire Academy
Fire Academy
Coral Springs High has built an alliance with the Coral Springs Fire Academy to strengthen its partnership with the City of Coral Springs as it provides a unique educational opportunity for students interested in becoming firefighters or paramedics to be taught by certified firefighters. This joint venture is a three-year Industry Certification Program beginning in the 10th grade.
Locations:
Coral Springs High
7201 W. Sample Rd.
Coral Springs, FL 33065
754-322-0500
https://www.browardschools.com/coralspringshighEverglades High
17100 SW 48th Court
Miramar, FL 33027
754-323-0500
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Flanagan Innovation Zone University
This program provides accelerated coursework from elementary to high school. Students participate in dual enrollment courses for college credit.
Locations:
Charles W. Flanagan High School
12800 Taft Street
Pembroke Pines, FL 33028
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K - 12 STEM Zone
Program utilizing a curriculum that is driven by problem-solving, discovery, and exploratory learning. Students actively engage in together in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
Locations:
Hallandale High School
720 NW 9th Avenue
Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
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Linking Education and Employment Outcomes
Linking Education and Employment Outcomes (LEEO)
Coral Springs High School (CSHS) has built an alliance with Forest Glen Middle (FGM) to provide vertical articulation for Linking Education and Employment Outcomes (LEEO). The LEEO project is a unique educational opportunity for students to become certified in various vocations in tandem with becoming employment ready. Broward College and Citrix Corporation are in partnership with the LEEO project helping to raise the standards on vocational programs, as well as providing real-life working situations through project-based learning. Strong mapping between academic success and life-long learning is linked to the collegial relationships among Coral Springs High and Forest Glen Middle. Our students will receive a scope of educational practical experiences beyond regular high school standards to be forerunners in career and college readiness.
Location:
Coral Springs High
7201 W. Sample Road
Coral Springs, FL 33065
754-322-0500
https://www.browardschools.com/coralspringshighLinking Education and Employment Outcomes (LEEO)
McArthur High School’s Linking Education and Employment Outcomes (LEEO) Innovative Program is sponsored by the Broward County Public Schools in collaboration with Apollo Middle School, Broward College, and Citrix, a high-tech company dedicated to transforming the workplace through informational technology in a flexible and humanistic environment. McArthur High School is a designated Industry Certification Academy. All students involved will be provided the opportunity to earn several certifications in alignment with their CAPE academy thus increasing their college and career readiness. The essential purpose is to have students develop a solid foundation to further their post-secondary studies and career interests.
Location:
McArthur High
6501 Hollywood Boulevard
Hollywood, FL 33024
754-323-1200
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Mustang University
Mustang University
This Innovative Program is designed to increase school-wide learning and performance through providing students the opportunity for advancement to the post-secondary level. The purpose of this Innovative Program is to give students the opportunity to work toward and obtain an associate of arts college (two-year) degree in a major of their choice while simultaneously working on their high school diploma.
Location:
McArthur High
6501 Hollywood Blvd.
Hollywood, FL 33024
754-323-1200
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Quantum Leap Program
This program academically pushes students so they have can move into Advanced Placement (AP) courseswork, honors, and dual enrollment.
Locations:
Coral Springs High School
7201 W Sample Road
Coral Springs, FL 33065
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Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Academy
STEM Academy
The STEM Academy will have two academic tracks: Bio-Technology and Engineering. Bio-Technology is the incorporation of biological sciences with technology, and can be applied to a number of careers such as medicine, agriculture, or forensics. The engineering track is for students interested in a mechanical, an electrical or aerospace engineering career.
Location:
Western High
1200 SW 136th Ave.
Davie, FL 33325
754-323-2400
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Sports Medicine
Sports Medicine
Everglades High School Sports Medicine Innovative Program is designed for highly motivated students who are interested in pursuing careers in the area of sports medicine. This program will provide a rigorous curriculum focusing on experiential learning in the areas of science, health and wellness. Some of the features of this innovative program include two consecutive blocks of science during each school year to enable students to complete hands-on experiments, university level research, and clinical observations; as well as AP level coursework. An additional feature of this program is Industry Certification in the area of Health and Wellness. Everglades High School Sports Medicine participants will enter as ninth graders and will progress through the program as a cohort group.
Location:
Everglades High
17100 SW 48th Court
Miramar, FL 33027
754-323-0500
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Wall to Wall Academy
This program aims to increase students' high school and post high school success by catering to each students' academic and career goals. Students will choose their Academic Pathway and follow a prescribed set of core and academic courses aligned with their academy theme.
Locations:
Piper High School
8000 NW 44th Street
Sunrise, FL 33351
https://www.browardschools.com/piper
Contact Information
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Applied Learning
600 SE Third Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301
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Susan M. Cantrick
Director
Magnet Programs Staff
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Ruth Johnson
Specialist 754-321-2073Vicki L. Drane
Professional Development Specialist 754-321-2186Allan R. Llanos
TV Broadcast Maintenance Engineer 754-321-2062Laura McMinn-Glick
Instructional Facilitator 754-321-2074