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Integrated Career and Academic Networks

  • The Integrated Career Academic Networks (iCAN) magnet program is new kind of magnet, where every student is involved. Students enroll in an academy of their choosing, and will participate in project-based and blended learning, develop workplace and technology skills, and engage in mentoring by a network of advisors from business industries and postsecondary institutions.
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  • New River Middle School

    With a focus on marine theme, New River Middle school offers students hands-on experiences with marine science, engineering, and arts. Students benefit from partnerships with local and global marine organizations, fully-equipped engineering and robotics labs, and opportunities for advanced coursework on high school campuses.

    New River Middle School
    3100 Riverland Road
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
    https://www.browardschools.com/newriver

    Academies offered: 

    • Marine & Biomedical Sciences Academy
    • Arts & Humanities Academy
    • Engineering & Industry Construction Academy
    • Business, Finance, & Entrepreneurship Academy

  • Olsen Middle School

    Olsen fulfills it's motto of "Excellence for every student, every day" by offering five academies for students. Academies focus on blending core academics and real-world applications to create meaningful student experiences. Student's have the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of establishing and running a real business, create music and videos used throughout the school, and build and operate marine remote-operated vehicles. Connections with local businesses and education partnerships encourage academic excellence and student enagement. 

    Olsen Middle School
    330 SE 11th Terrace
    Dania, FL 33004
    https://www.browardschools.com/olsen

    Academies offered: 

    • Business
    • Media & Music Conservation
    • Education
    • Hospitality & Tourism
    • Robotics & Marine Science

  • Pompano Beach Middle School

    Pompano Beach Middle School
    310 NE Sixth Steet
    Pompano Beach, FL 33060
    https://www.browardschools.com/pompanobeachmid

    Academies offered: 

    • iCAN Information Technology, Communication and Broadcast Arts Academy
    • iCAN Aviation and Computer Engineering Academy
    • iCAN T.E.A.C.H. STEM Academy
    • iCAN eSports and Athletic Sciences Academy
    • iCAN Tourism and Entertainment Academy

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  • Blanche Ely High School

    Blanche Ely High School
    1201 NW Sixth Avenue
    Pompano Beach, FL 33060
    https://www.browardschools.com/blancheely

  • South Broward High School

    South Broward High School

    1901 North Federal Highway
    Hollywood, FL 33020
    https://www.browardschools.com/southbroward

    Academies Offered: 

    • Education 
    • Business
    • Computer Science & Engineering
    • Health Sciences
    • Arts & Entertainment

  • Stranahan High School

    Utilizing a project-based learning approach to integrating college, career and life ready competencies into academic content areas, teachers engage and empower students with technical knowledge and skills needed for 21st century competitiveness. All students will have the opportunity to work collaboratively in a new Exploratorium workspace where they will be mentored by network advisors representing local businesses, community organizations, post-secondary institutions, teachers, students, and parents. Students will have the opportunity to work collaboratively in a new Exploratorium workspace where they will be mentored by network advisors representing local businesses, community organizations, post-secondary institutions, teachers, students, and parents.

    Stranahan High School
    1800 SW Fifth Place
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
    https://www.browardschools.com/stranahan

    Academies Offered: 

    • Business and Management
    • Communication, Art, and Design 
    • Education
    • STEM
    • Medical Sciences
    • Social and Behavioural Sciences
    • Law

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    Contact Information

    • Applied Learning

      600 SE Third Avenue

      Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301

      Phone: 754-321-1878

      Fax: --

      TTL: --

      Phone: --

      Susan M. Cantrick

      Director

    Magnet Programs Staff

    • Ruth Johnson
      Specialist 754-321-2073

      Kawana S. Hibbert
      Professional Development Specialist 754-321-2063

      Vicki L. Drane
      Professional Development Specialist 754-321-2186

      Allan R. Llanos
      TV Broadcast Maintenance Engineer 754-321-2062

      Laura McMinn-Glick
      Instructional Facilitator 754-321-2074  
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    • Did you know?

      Unlike traditional magnet programs, all students attending an iCAN school participate in an academy of their choosing.

      Select academies have no academic admission requirements. Contact the school directly to learn more.