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Private Schools - Palm Beach County
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Grades: 8-12
Area Served: Open to students from Palm Beach County
Tuition: $4,500; $900 summer program; Vouchers and McKay
Scholarships accepted
Accreditation: National Private Schools Association,
Florida council of Private Schools
Summer Programs: Academic programs for acceleration or
remedial only
Athletics: The Academy is NCAA approved for college
sports scholarships. Many graduates have received scholarships
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Curriculum:
Small classes offered where students are taught on an individual
learning level. Specially skilled, caring instructors serve
students as mentor/counselors and are directly involved with
each student's educational and personal goals. Nearly 90% of our
graduates enter college. We also welcome students who may need
to progress at a slower pace in a non-competitive environment.
(No FCAT testing).
Note: Dual enrollment with
the University of Florida's various academic programs are
offered to all academic students and are taught simultaneously
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Academy High School
Boca Raton Campus |
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22123 State Road 441
Boca Raton, FL 33428
561-479-3180 - office
561-477-6102 fax
888-992-1234 Toll Free
Director: Stephen Custen
Enrollment: 200-250 |
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Website:
www.BocaChristian.org
Email: BocaChristian@BocaChristian.org
Headmaster: Robert H. Tennies, Ed.D.
Mission/Accreditation: BRCS exists to provide a quality academic
program which encourages children to know, love and serve Jesus
Christ. Accredited by the Florida Kindergarten Council (Pre-K &
K), the Association of Christian Schools International (K-8),
and the Florida Council of Independent Schools (K-12).
Admissions:
Testing/and interviews required for entry.
Enrollment: 588
Tuition: K 1/2 day -
$4670, High School $6280 (plus $650 for technology fee)
Academics:
High School; Standard, College Prep and Advance Diplomas, 2003
graduate named National Merit Scholarship Finalist. Students
10-12
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grade receive individual laptop computers. K-8: 82% of
students are at or above grade level in math, 89%
in reading, 89% in language, 90% in thinking skills, social
studies and science.
Athletics: Middle School/High School Competitive
Sports Program. FHSAA Division 1A for High School
Special Features: Quality Christian education, Media
Centers on both campuses with over 23,000 volumes,
outstanding technology program, competitive academic
contests, superior Fine Arts and Music programs, 1990 and
1997 U.S. Department of Education National Exemplary School
Recognition (PreK-8). Financial assistance available.
The Boca Raton Christian School admits students of any race,
color and national or ethnic origin. |
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Boca Raton
Christian School
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Pre-K-12
A Ministry of Boca Raton Community
Church Established 1973, High School Established 1999
Main Campus: 315 NW 4th St., Boca
Raton, FL 33432
Phone: 561-391-2727
Fax: 561-367-6808 |
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Enrollment: 700
Grades Served: Private community day school for students
in Kindergarten through Grade 12
Accreditation: SACS, FCIS, AISF, and FKC
Tuition (2003-2004 School Year):
K - Grade 12, $11,000-$12,000
Student/Teacher Ratio: 12 to 1
Academic Highlights: Known for its well-rounded,
pre-collegiate liberal arts program of rigorous academics, with
an emphasis on the fine arts, DKJA's curriculum also features an
intellectually stimulating Judaic studies program that
integrates morals, ethics and values, and emphasizes community
service.
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Special Programs: An emphasis
on multicultural education, a unique Japanese cultural program
(K and Grade 4) taught in conjunction with the Morikami Museum,
language study - Hebrew (K-12) and Spanish (8-12), a nationally
recognized Kindergarten, an innovative math program, an
acclaimed Shakespeare curriculum, a state-of-the-art technology
program, and a complete athletic program (FHSAA member) with 8
MS and 11 HS teams.
Features of the High School at DKJA: Seminar-style classes,
including Advance-Placement and Honors levels; grades 10-12
participate in international travel.
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Donna Klein
Jewish Academy
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A partner in serving the
community with the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach
County
9701 Donna Klein Blvd.
Boca Raton, FL 33428
561-852-3300/fax 561-852-3327
Web Site:
www.dkja.org
Head of School:
Karen Feller
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Directions: I-95 to
Southern Blvd. Go west 40 miles to stop light. Left to Gator
Blvd. Turn left. School on right.
Grade Levels:
3 yrs (preK) - 12th grade
Tuition: $3410 - $4455
Accreditation: Florida
Council of Independent Schools. Glades Day School is located in
Belle Glade, near the shores of Lake Okeechobee. We offer a
balance of academic, athletic and extracurricular activities.
Accelerated math and science programs are offered to advanced
students. Serving students from 3-years-old Pre-Kindergarten
through grade 12, we provide the opportunity for students to
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potential. We offer a full range
of programs from performing arts to foreign language and
computer technology. Financial aid is available to those who
qualify.
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Glades Day School
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400 Gator Blvd.
Belle Glade, FL 33430
High School:
561-996-6769
Elementary:
561-996-4140
Fax: 561-992-9274
Website:
www.gladesdayschool.com
Headmaster:
Armando Perez, Jr. |
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Uniforms: Shirts: royal blue,
white, or grey. Pants/Shorts/Skirts/Skorts: Khaki, navy, plaid.
Athletic Programs: Football, boys golf, boys & girls
soccer, boys/girls basketball, boys & girls track & field, boys
baseball, girls softball, girls volleyball, cheerleading.
Elementary co-ed soccer and boys/girls basketball also
available.
Athletic Awards: 26 District Championships, 25 Regional
Championships, 13 State Final 4 appearances and 2 State
Championships. National Scoring Record set in Oct. 1998 in
Soccer by one player.
Tuition: $2,629-$5,250/school year
Aftercare: $1,150-$1,940/school year
Summer Camp: $100/week.Available for current students or
new students of H.C.A.
Sports Camps: Available to all in grades 2nd - 12th. |
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Accreditation: Southern
Accreditation of Colleges & Schools (SACS), Florida Association
of Christian Colleges & Schools (FACCS), American Association of
Christian Schools (AACS), Florida Association of Non-Public
Schools (FANS), National Council for Private School
Accreditation (NCPSA), and The Commission On International &
Transregional Accreditation (CITA).
Awards: Student received the National Achievement Scholar
Award. Over 50% of 2003 graduates qualify for the Florida Bright
Futures Scholarship. Award winning students for Creative Writing
Language Arts and Spelling Bee Competitions. Two faculty members
recognized as Regional Teacher of the Year by Wal-Mart.
Academics: Accelerated curriculum, honor classes, AP
classes, dual enrollment program, on-line classes, fine arts,
music and drama. |
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Highlands Christian Academy |
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501 NE 48th St.
Pompano Beach, FL 33064
(954) 421-1747 - office
(954) 421-2429 - fax
Principal: Kennith Lopez
Permanent Building Capacity: 1045
Enrollment: 900
Grades Served: Pre K - 12 |
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Trinity Christian Academy
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Directions: I-95 to
Hypoluxo Blvd., west to Military Trail, south 1/2 mile on
west side.
Physical Plant: The Academy is on the grounds of
Trinity Church International
Portable Classrooms: 12
Enrollment: 625
Average Class Size: 22
Grades Served: PreK-12
Memberships: Member of Association of Christian
Schools International (ACSI), Florida League of Christian
Schools (FLOCS), Christian Schools of Palm Beach County (CSPBC)
Academics: Accelerated curriculum, honor classes,
dual enrollment
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Special Programs: Powerline,
Musical instrument instruction grades 1-8, foreign language,
music, art, computer instruction grades 1-8
Athletic Programs: Grades 4-12. FHSAA state series:
Volleyball, golf, swimming, soccer, basketball,
cheerleading, baseball, softball, track, flag football
Student fees: $4500 per year
Extended Care: 6:30 - 7:30 am;
3:30 - 6 pm, $800 per year
Uniforms: Yes
Summer Camp: Grades 1-5, 9 weeks, $100 per week
Sports Camp: Available for TCA students
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7259 S. Military Trail
Lake Worth, FL 33463
561 967-1900/fax 561-965-4347
Website:
www.tcacademy.com
Principal: Cynthia R. Ansell
Area Served: Central Palm Beach County
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Alternative Schools
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Delray Full Service Center
301 SW 14th Ave.
Delray Beach, FL 33444
(561) 243-1566/243-1591 (fax)
Contact: Virginia McGrath
Distance Learning
(On Line High School)
70 E 30th St.
Riviera Beach, FL 33404
(561) 881-3794/881-3724 (fax)
Contact: Frances Schell
Eagle Academy
8800 State Rd. 80
Belle Glade, FL 33430
(561) 992-1071/992-1075 (fax)
Contact: Bill Swain
Education Resource Center at
the Palm Beach Mall
1801 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd., Ste. 500
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
(561) 684-5263/684-5266 (fax)
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Florida Institute for Girls
9680 Fairgrounds Rd.
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
(561) 753-2503/792-7570 (fax)
Contact: Jacqueline Lane
Gold Coast Community School
4260 West Gate Ave.
West Palm Beach, FL 33409
(561) 641-5091/641-5093 (fax)
Contact: Dorothy McKinnon
Growing Together
1000 Lake Ave.
Lake Worth, FL 33409
(561) 585-0892/588-9971 (fax)
Contact: Mickey Bowman
Highridge Family Center
4200 Australian Ave.
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
(561) 840-4540/840-4545 (fax)
Contact: Max Beverly
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