Charter School Research Paper

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Choosing a School for Your Child in Florida FLORIDA D EPARTMENT OF E DUCATION Choosing a School for Your Child in Florida Office Of independent educatiOn and parental chOice flOrida department Of educatiOn 2 Choosing a School for Your Child in Florida DEDICATION This publication is dedicated to Dr. Carlo Rodriguez, Ed.D., for his leadership and professionalism, his passion and commitment to improving education for all children, and his perseverance in increasing the quality of school choice options. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS Florida Department of Education Turlington Building 325 West Gaines Street Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400 Office of Independent Education and Parental Choice 325 West Gaines Street, Room 522 Tallahassee,…show more content…
They are very popular and among the fastest growing school choice options in Florida. Charter schools are largely free to innovate, and often provide specialized programs and choice to diverse groups of students. Florida’s charter schools are currently educating over 100,000 students each year, each school offering its own unique educational approach. • Magnet Schools Magnet schools offer a particular theme or academic focus, such as mathematics, science, technology, business, or performing arts. The main purpose of magnet schools is to provide families with the option of choosing a school that matches their child’s interests. Magnet schools offer students specialized programs to promote academic achievement and create innovative learning approaches in a diverse environment. Florida Department of Education 7 • Career…show more content…
Students who earn a qualifying grade of 3 or above on an AP exam can earn college credit or advance placement, depending on the college and university. The International Baccalaureate (IB) is a program of rigorous pre-university course of study. Students who graduate from the program receive an International Baccalaureate diploma that is recognized by colleges and universities throughout the world. Other students may choose not to take the full IB curriculum but pursue certificates in individual areas. Elementary and middle schools may also offer components of the IB program. • Dual Enrollment Eligible high school students can enroll in postsecondary courses to earn credit toward high school graduation and at the same time earn credit toward a college degree or technology certificate. All of Florida’s public community colleges and some of the state’s universities participate in dual enrollment. Students are permitted to take dual enrollment courses on a part-time basis during school hours, after school, or during summer term. • ABC School
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