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A child never forgets learning like this.

CALL TO SCHEDULE A VIRTUAL TOUR FOUR CAMPUSES SERVING CHILDREN 18 MONTHS - 12 YEARS OLD

PERSONALIZED & DIVERSE LEARNING ACTIVITIES for GLOBAL STUDENTS during and after school including LANGUAGE IMMERSION PROGRAMS. FREE intercampus shuttle bus from our Red Road (South Miami) location to all of our campuses.

PALMETTO BAY CAMPUS 17800 Old Cutler Road Miami, Florida 33157 Toddler & Preschool, Ages 1 – 6 1 2

OLD CUTLER ROAD CAMPUS 14400 Old Cutler Road Miami, Florida 33158 Toddler & Preschool, Ages 2-6

RED ROAD CAMPUS 6050 SW 57th Avenue Miami, Florida 33143 Preschool, Ages 3-6

school@alexandermontessori.com

305.665.6274 www.alexandermontessori.com

Alexander Montessori School does not discriminate on the basis of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.

LUDLAM ROAD CAMPUS 14850 SW 67th Avenue Miami, Florida 33158 Elementary, Grades 1-5

A Catholic college preparatory day school educating girls and young women ages 3-18 Carrollton is a Catholic, independent, college preparatory day school for girls in Pre-K3 through 12th grade. We are sponsored by the Society of the Sacred Heart and our goal is to develop confident young women who are courageous, creative, and compassionate by encouraging them to become risk-takers, to seek challenges and to develop leadership.

We are committed to excellence in education and believe that only a total education inclusive of spiritual, intellectual, emotional, and physical challenge can be called excellent. With over 60 years in the South Florida community, and our legacy of more than 220 years of Sacred Heart education, we invite you to learn more about Carrollton.

SHOWCASES Montessori (ages 3-5) – Thursday, October 5th at 9:00 am Grades 1-5 – Thursday, October 12th at 9:00 am Grades 6-11 – Friday, November 10th at 9:00 am All Grades - Wednesday, December 6th at 9:00 am WALKING WEDNESDAY TOURS 9:00 am on the following Wednesdays – September 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th; October 18th, 25th; November 1st, 8th, 29th; December 13th, 20th; January 10th, 17th, 24th VIRTUAL FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION SESSION Wednesday, November 15th at 7:00 pm

For more information, please visit us at www.carrollton.org or call us at 305-446-5673.

Financial aid available. Carrollton admits qualified students of any race, color, religion, nationality or ethnic origin.

3747 Main Highway • Miami, FL 33133 • 305.446.5673

FROM THE EDITOR

As the long days of summer come to an end, we prepare to embrace with excitement the much anticipated back-to-school season.

In this issue, we dive Elizabeth Rivas into the dynamic allure Editor-in-Chief of this refreshing time of year with three trending topics that profoundly impact education and student life. Our featured article, The Power of Classroom Design, explores innovative classroom designs and their impact on student engagement, collaboration, and overall academic performance. We also continue our learning and literacy series, highlighting health literacy and the importance of empowering children with health knowledge, so they become informed decision-makers and advocates for their own health.

Lastly, we explore the rising popularity of esports, the global phenomenon whose integration into education is captivating young minds across high schools and colleges.

The featured school on the cover, Fisher Island Day School, is one of South Florida’s most respected independent schools renowned for developing the

mind, body, and spirit of each student. With an ambitious expansion project recently completed, FIDS now welcomes middle school students into its safe and exceptional learning environment.

With rising enrollment and a new middle school, gymnasium, commercial kitchen, additional classroom and office space, an art/music studio, and additional parking , FIDS's expanded campus promises greater heights in preparing children for competitive high schools, responsible citizenship, and lifelong learning.

August 2023 - Volume 15 #2 PUBLISHER / EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Elizabeth Rivas

elizabeth@privateschoolsguidefl.com

CREATIVE MANAGING EDITOR Monica Pitts CONTRIBUTORS & SOURCES PSG Editor’s Team

As you read through the pages of this issue, we hope you feel inspired by the impact of private schools on our children and communities. Let's celebrate the joy of learning and new beginnings, the resilience of educators, and the power of education in shaping bright futures.

The back-to-school season symbolizes new beginnings, the pursuit of knowledge, and the joy of learning. It's a time of anticipation, where children and parents eagerly embrace the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. We celebrate the dedication of educators, parents, and students alike as they embark on a journey of growth and discovery.

Wishing everyone a fantastic and successful new school year ahead!

Baker, Lindsay (2012) "A History of School Design and its Indoor Environmental Standards, 1900 to Today." www.ncef.org.

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Alexander Montessori School

Founded in 2004, Fisher Island Day School (FIDS) is an academically rigorous, coeducational, independent day school, which serves students enrolled in Early Learning (age 2) through Grade 8.

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FIDS: A Campus Designed with Learning in Mind

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The Transformative Power of Classroom Design and Student Performance

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3 The Cushman School 4 Miami Country Day School 4 The Growing Place School 5 Riviera Schools 8 Gulliver Prep 8 Westminster Christian School 9

Conchita Espinosa Academy

10 Scheck Hillel Community School 11 La Piazza Academy 15 KLA Academy 16 Palmer Trinity School 35 Posnack School 36 Westminster Academy 36 Summit-Questa Montessori School

Private Schools Guide Directory of Premier Schools in South Florida

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Esports in Education

39 St. Mark's Episcopal School PBG

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New Faces

42 Palm Beach Day Academy

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Learning and Literacy: Health Literacy

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Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart

37 North Broward Preparatory School 38 The Greene School

42 Spanish River Christian School 47 Oxbridge Academy

St. Brendan High School

PERSONALIZED EDUCATION FOR TODAY Inspiring Students Since 1924

In an environment that is both joyful and ambitious, MiamiDade’s oldest, continuously operating private school continues to prove that its character-first approach to education inspires students to reach their fullest potential and be innovators of change.

The Cushman School provides engaging learning opportunities for a diverse, international student body of 800 within its main and high school campuses. With the launch of its newest division, Cushman Virtual, students can access Cushman’s flexible, online programming from anywhere in the world!

Whatever your student’s needs or point of entry into the Cushman Family, our personalized educational journey is like no other.

Summer Camp Programs Online Learning Personalized, Small Class Sizes College and SAT Prep Enrichment Programming

Main Campus (Pre-K - 8th Grade) 592 NE 60th Street, Miami, FL 33137

High School Campus 4700 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33137

cushmanschool.org I cushmanvirtual.org (305) 757-1966

MIAMI DADE

PURPOSE

HONOR Miami Country Day School empowers every student, e v e r y d a y , e v e r y w h e re t o l e a r n w i t h v i g o r, e x p l o re w i t h p u r p o s e , strive for excellence, a n d s e r v e w i t h h o n o r,

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We d o t h i s i n a c o m m u n i t y w h e re e v e r y s t u d e n t is known and Included by engaging the whole child, i n a n d o u t o f t h e c l a s s ro o m

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Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors Personalized Education + Small Class Sizes

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Environmental Studies

(305) 446-0846

www.thegrowingplace.school

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Fisher Island Day School

A Campus Designed with Learning in Mind Known for preparing students for success in the most challenging independent school programs in South Florida, Fisher Island Day School may be one of Miami’s best kept secrets. Fully accredited by the Florida Council of Independent schools, Fisher Island Day School offers low student-teacher ratios, extraordinary facilities, differentiated programming, state-of-the art technology, and dynamic enrichment offerings, all in a nurturing, family oriented setting.

Founded in 2004, the school was quickly thriving with an Early Learning program and rigorous academic program through grade five. The middle school program was added in 2021 supported by extensive campus improvements and expansions including a gymnasium with multi purpose capacity and a full service kitchen. A highly skilled faculty was recruited to deliver the rigorous middle school curriculum.

While a majority of students reside on Fisher Island, several bus routes bring students from Miami Beach and surrounding areas. Afternoon buses allow all students to participate in after-school enrichment programming. The middle school interscholastic program offers competitive sports for students. Additionally, opportunities are created for the younger “sharks” to compete against area schools in several sports.

Children feel safe in this beautiful, cloistered environment. An intentionally designed small enrollment creates a sense of community, for students and parents. Every child is known by name. A hands-on administration encourages differentiated learning to make the most of students’ individual strengths. Teachers schedule “extra help hours” for students needing additional support or returning from an extended absence. Most teachers hold advanced degrees. Professional development for faculty is encouraged and supported at all levels.

Fisher Island Day School is a wonderful, safe place for students to begin their educational journey. Thoughtfully designed policies on internet access and cell phone use allow students to develop without distractions. A full-time counselor encourages relationship building and self awareness, critical for children during these formative elementary years.

More can be learned by visiting the school’s website at www.fids.org or contacting Mary Reiling, Director of Admissions, mreiling@fids.org.

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DEVELOPING THE MIND, BODY AND SPIRIT.

Developing the Mind, Body and Spirit.

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Leading-Edge Technology, Including One-Device-Per-Child

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FISHER ISLAND DAY SCHOOL (305) 531-2350 | www.FIDS.org 2 Fisher Island Drive | Miami Beach, FL 33109 Fully Accredited by the Florida Council of Independent Schools

MIAMI DADE

From age three to graduation, Gulliver Prep students are inspired to do amazing things. At work and play, we surround our students with state-of-the-art spaces to explore, experiment, and uncover their passions.

Our students create apps for the color blind, start their own companies, and learn how to identify their strengths to rocket towards success. No matter what path they choose, learning at Gulliver Prep is unparalleled.

Learn more at gulliverprep.org

PRESCHOOL – GRADE 12

The Westminster Difference Empowering Learners. Inspiring Lives. Preparing Hearts.

Westminster students are bright and inquisitive, engaged with their communities, and growing in their faith.

Learn how a Westminster education will inspire your child’s future.

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Inspiring children to be well-rounded, creative, and kind human beings.

™ ESPINOSA ACADEMY

CEA provides a dynamic, intimate and nurturing environment that helps students grow into confident human beings with curious minds, healthy bodies, and strong civic, spiritual, and cultural values. Through its demanding academic program, Conservatory of the Arts, athletic division, and mastery program, students are challenged and inspired to grow as passionate thinkers and doers who make an impact on their communities.

Each child is seen and respected as an individual, keeping the spirit of love and respect that is the trademark of CEA and The Espinosa Method™.

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lassroom design has evolved significantly in the last century, mirroring changes in pedagogical philosophies, teaching methods, and societal expectations, particularly knowledge acquisition and workforce readiness. Every era has also witnessed thoughtful research on school environments, technological advancements, and a shared aspiration to create improved and enjoyable learning spaces. Indeed, while classrooms today reflect societal and technological trends, they hold even greater significance as tangible expressions of an educator's theories, philosophies, and values―all geared toward enriching the overall learning experience.

In a year-long pilot study on classroom environments conducted by the University of Salford, findings revealed that various elements, such as room orientation, temperature, acoustics, and lighting, had significant potential to either enhance or impede academic progress by as much as 25 percent over a year. According to Professor Peter Barrett from the School of the Built Environment at the university, "The impact identified is in fact greater than we imagined." Given that the architecture of space design, also referred to as built environment, plays a significant role in learning, there is every reason to be excited about its future potential. Here we explore the evolution of

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classroom design and look at the influence of inventive and innovative approaches on academic performance.

In the 20th century, the second industrial revolution impacted the economy, technology and society. Laws banning child labor had far-reaching effects on various aspects of life. Consequently, school enrollments soared, leading to a surge in demand for education, resulting in larger class sizes and requiring more structured classroom layouts. Mass education led to a push for standardization, uniform curriculum, and consistent classroom design. Classroom layouts revealed a clear emphasis on a teacher-centered approach to instruction, with rows of fixed desks facing teachers on raised platforms. This structured design reflected the demands of an industrial society, aiming to prioritize efficiency, order, and control to prepare students for the workforce in factories.

The Great Depression's profound impact on education in the United States was fueled by severe financial hardships experienced by families during this decade of economic shock, leading to high unemployment rates and widespread poverty. The challenges during this period emphasized the need for innovative and cost-effective solutions, transforming the education-

al system by promoting more flexible, practical, and adaptable learning spaces. Several design approaches revolved around minimizing energy costs by reducing reliance on artificial lighting during daytime hours. Classrooms were purposefully designed with larger windows to optimize natural daylight, and building designs incorporated access to outdoor spaces, enhancing both learning and recreational experiences. The Great Depression played a pivotal role in shaping functional, efficient, and student-centered learning environments, even with limited resources. The Great Depression's influence on the design of buildings, classrooms, labs, and equipment still shape essential elements of today's learning environments.

By the 1960s, the Open Classroom movement emerged after the milestone Brown decision, where the Supreme Court ruled that racial segregation in public schools was unconstitutional. While the ruling did not transform education (or the country) overnight, it paved the path toward broader under-

standing and recognition that all students should have equal access to quality education, regardless of race, gender, or disability. With a growing focus on fairness and inclusivity in education, teaching approaches shifted away from traditional learning methods. Educators understood how crucial it was to consider individual student needs and saw the value of creating learning environments that support and help everyone thrive. The Open Classroom movement embraced more progressive methods, like collaborative and self-directed learning, providing a tailored experience to promote active learning and engagement. Classroom design also underwent a transformation, transitioning from a rigid rowand-column system to a more adaptable and flexible setup where students could engage as groups in broader learning experiences. Although the Open Class movement faced criticism and encountered challenges, its impact on learning approaches still resonates and continues to influence design today.

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Flexible and Adaptable Learning

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Models and approaches that guide the thoughtful creation of effective and engaging physical spaces.

1. Flexible Seating and Furniture: Movable and adaptable furniture, including modular desks, flexible seating, and portable whiteboards.

2. Technology Integration: Smartboards, interactive displays, computers, and digital devices for active and personalized learning.

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4. Comfort and Ergonomics: Prioritizing comfortable seating, proper lighting, and ergonomic design for student well-being and concentration.

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5. Natural Light and Biophilic Design: Maximizing natural light and incorporating nature-inspired elements to enhance mood and creativity.

6. Differentiated Learning Zones: Designing specialized areas for various learning modalities and subjects.

Student Display Areas: Allowing space for showcasing student work and achievements.

8. Inclusive Design: Ensuring equitable access for students with diverse needs and abilities through universal design principles.

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3. Collaborative Spaces: Designated areas for group work, discussions, and projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving.

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Following the Open Classroom movement, several trends emerged, seeking a middle ground between student-centered approaches and structured learning methods. Some trends advocated for a return to a more traditional focus, emphasizing core academic subjects and adopting a teacher-centered model. Alternative approaches also surfaced, blending student choice with guided learning to create a more balanced and personalized experience. The following are some frameworks that emerged following the Open Classroom concept:

Personalized Learning: Providing resources and tools tailored to individual student interests and strengths.

10. Green and Sustainable Elements: Incorporating energy-efficient lighting and eco-friendly materials for sustainability.

11. Multi-Modal Learning: Facilitating multi-modal learning experiences to cater to different learning styles.

12. Access to Outdoor Learning Spaces: Integrating outdoor learning spaces or access to nature for additional learning opportunities

"Design is not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works."

- Steve Jobs

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Standardized Testing and Accountability Project-Based Learning

STEM and STEAM Education Blended Learning

EdTech Integration Flipped Classroom

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Inclusive Education

Personalized Learning

As seen throughout history, it is essential that modern classroom designs evolve as student needs continue to change. Innovative design elements must support diverse and flexible learning experiences for all students. These elements are critical in creating and sustaining engaging environments that inspire creativity, foster critical thinking, and prepare students to thrive in an ever-changing world. This need was most evident during COVID-19 in 2020. The interruption to education caused by the pandemic significantly influenced classroom design and learning. Sudden closures of schools prompted an urgent reimagining of classroom design, prompting a rapid shift towards technology integration, flexible spaces, and hybrid learning models to adapt to changing circumstances. Social distancing measures were adopted, leading to rearranged classrooms with spaced-out desks and modified seating arrangements. Staggered schedules were implemented to allow for smaller class sizes, while outdoor spaces provided safer learning environments. Additionally, classrooms integrated more technology to support hybrid and remote learning models through virtual instruction and interactive learning experiences. Many of these changes have become permanent fixtures as schools adapt to evolving circumstances and explore innovative ways to deliver quality education in the face of future challenges.

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An intentionally designed classroom has the power to nurture a positive learning environment. A well-designed learning space can create a conducive environment that enhances engagement, focus, and collaboration among students, which in turn has a profound impact on students' motivation, cognitive development, and academic performance and achievement. For example, natural lighting has been shown to positively affect mood and attention, leading to increased productivity.

Integrating technology, such as interactive whiteboards or multimedia equipment, can facilitate dynamic and interactive lessons, fostering active participation and understanding. Flexible seating arrangements offer students the freedom to choose a comfortable learning space that suits their individual preferences and needs.

This contributes to a sense of ownership and comfort.

Incorporating nature-inspired elements, such as plants or nature-themed artwork, can calm students, reducing stress and promoting overall well-being. Ultimately, built education plays a crucial role in influencing student performance and learning outcomes.

Built education (built environment) empowers students to become active learners, collaborators, and critical thinkers. Today, traditional classrooms with rows of desks have gradually given way to spaces that consider multiple factors to optimize the learning experience, such as natural lighting, flexible furniture, aesthetics, and technology. It is important to note that current design practices continue to mirror pedagogical evolution driven by research, the demands of society, and advancements in technology. We must also remember that new technologies may address certain challenges but could also give rise to new ones. To create effective learning environments, there must be a thoughtful and transparent community with a feedback protocol that works. By implementing rigorous standards in classroom design, centered around effectiveness and efficiency, and the honest evaluation of the built environment after use, we can establish a design process that prioritizes reflection and feedback, and encourages intentional approaches to enhance academic performance and success. 

M I N D . B O D Y. S P I R I T. Applications for the 2024-2025 academic year will be available September 1, 2023.

For admission information, call (305) 969-4208 or email garrien@palmertrinity.org.

8001 SW 184 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33157 PALMERTRINITY.ORG PTS shuttle buses are available.

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Miami-Dade early childhood education Academir Preschool Learning Center Daycare/Preschool | Grades K - 1 305-220-2205 All Nations Academy Early Childhood/Daycare | Grades K-1 305-651-5689 Arrowhead Nursery & Kindergarten Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-K 305-264-2345 Bamby’s Day Care Center Daycare/Preschool | Grade K 305-448-2458 Banyan Day School Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-K 305-447-1233 Bayles Early Child Center Daycare/Preschool (Jewish) | NS-PK 305-891-5508 Bet Shira Early Childhood Center Daycare/Preschool (Jewish) | Grades PK-K 305-238-2606 Bethany Christian Academy Daycare/Preschool (Christian) | Grades K-1 305-758-6367 Building Future Minds Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK - K 305-471-4900 CCLC at South Dade Daycare/Preschool | Grades NS-PK 786-243-4705

Cutler Ridge United Methodist Daycare/Preschool (Methodist) 305-235-6654

Kinder House Learning Center Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-1 305-388-3003

Discovery Years Daycare/Preschool | Grades NS – PK 305-266-9263

KLA Schools

Early Years Academy Daycare/Preschool | Grades K-1 305-824-3500 Emmanuel Kindergarten & Day Care Daycare/Preschool (Baptist) 305-623-6972 Granada Day School Daycare/Preschool (Presbyterian) | Grades PK-K 305-444-2028 It’s A Small World Learning Center III Preschool | Grades K 305-888-0828 Jay’s Learning Center Daycare/Preschool | Grades K-1 305-754-1474 Jiny’s Learning Center Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-K 305-819-3004 The Joy of Learning Daycare/Preschool | Grades K 305-597-5665 Key Biscayne Presbyterian School Daycare/Preschool (Presbyterian ) | Grades NS-1 305-361-2058 Kid Station Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-K 305-223-6161 Kid’s Daycare and Kindergarten Daycare/Preschool | Grades K-1 305-825-8666

Reggio Emilia Inspired Private School

KLA Schools of Aventura 12 Months to 5 years 20301 Biscayne Blvd.

Aventura FL 33180 305-931-2322 KLA Schools of Coral Gables 3 months to 5 years 4573 Ponce De Leon Blvd.

Coral Gables FL 33146 305-668-0552 KLA Schools of Doral 12 months to 5 years 10400 NW 33rd St #100 Miami FL 33172 Offers VPK KLA Schools of N. Bay Village 3 months to 5 years 7800 Hispanola Avenue North Bay Village FL 33141 305-865-2678 KLA Schools of N. Miami Beach 3 months to 5 Years 13702 Biscayne Blvd North Miami Beach FL 33181 305-697-8018 Offers VPK KLA Schools of Palmetto Bay 3 months to 5 years 14875 S. Dixie Highway, Unit B Miami FL 33176 305-233-0130

Children’s Creative Learning Center at FIU v Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-K 305-348-2143

Kid’s Love Daycare and Preschool Daycare/Preschool | Grades K-2 305-824-1612

Children’s Hour Day School Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-K 305-238-4135

Kiddie College of South Miami Corp Preschool (Roman Catholic) | Grades PK-K 305-552-6047

Concordia Lutheran School Daycare/Preschool (Lutheran) | Grades NS-PK 305-235-0160

Kiddie Corner Academy Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-K 305-362-8222

www.k la scho o ls.com

Countryside Early Learning Center Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-K 305-246-5315

Kiddie Ranch Nursery and Kindergarten Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-K 305-635-4994

L'Atelier School Toddlers - Kindergarten (Ages 1-6) 305-662-2326

The Creative Learning Center v Daycare/Preschool | Grades NS-K 305-274-4006

KinderCare Learning Centers Multiple Locations | Grades NS-K 888-525-2780

La Petite Academy Daycare/Preschool | Grades NS-K 888-330-3479

KLA Schools of West Kendall 3 months to 5 years 8950 SW 137th Avenue Miami FL 33186 305-387-2480 Offers VPK & SR

La Piazza Academy V Progressive School Preschool - 5th Grade Reggio Emilia Inspired 3100 South Dixie Highway Coconut Grove, FL 33133 305-443-0066

www.lapiazzaacademy.com La Prima Casa Montessori School Montessori 6 Months - 9 Years Old 305-854-8001 Lago Mar Preschool Preschool | Grades K-3 305-382-9796 Little Wonders Learning Academy and Preschool Daycare/Preschool | Grades NS-PK 305-253-7451 Miami Baptist Preschool Daycare/Preschool (Baptist) | Grades PK-K 305-388-8059 MCM Early Childhood Institute v Reggio Emilia Preschool | 12 Months – 5 Years 305-373-KIDS (5437)

Riverside Baptist Child Development Center Daycare/Preschool (Baptist) | K 305-279-3637 St. Faith Episcopal Church Daycare/Preschool (Episcopal) | Grades PK-K 305-235-3621 Sunshine Childcare Preschool Center Daycare/Preschool | Grades K 305-364-8006 The Tauber Academy Daycare/Preschool (Jewish) | PK-K 305-931-0010 Thumbelina Learning Center Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-K 786-520-3630 Universal Academy Private School v Daycare/Preschool | Grade NS-PK 305-626-0010 Wayside Baptist Preschool Daycare/Preschool (Christian) | NS-PK 305-595-0570

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Miami Shores Baptist Academy Daycare/Preschool (Baptist) | NS-PK 305-757-8353

Academy for Young Learners Grades PK - 4 305-698-0202

My First Place School Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-K 305-271-6633

Allison Academy v Grades 6-12 305-940-3922

New Horizons Private School Daycare/Preschool | Grades K 305-229-8292

American High School Academy Grades 9-12 305-270-1440

Olympia Heights United Methodist Daycare/Preschool (Methodist) | Grades K 305-226-9126

Christ-Mar School Grades K-8 305-823-6515

Conchita Espinosa Academy Independent Private School Grades PreK3-8 12975 SW 6th Street Miami, FL 33184 305-227-1149

conchitaespinosa.com The Cushman School College Preparatory Grades PK3 - 12 592 NE 60th Street Miami, FL. 33137 305-757-1966

Cushmanschool.org Edison Private School Grades 1-10 305-824-0303 Fairglade School Grades PK-5 305-274-6645

Fisher Island Day School Small Class Sizes PK2 - Grade 8 Two Fisher Island Drive Miami Beach, FL 33109 305-531-2350

www.fids.org The French American School of Miami

Arlington Academy of Miami Grades K -12 305-624-5656

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Paradise Christian School Daycare/Preschool (Christian) | Grades PK-8 305-828-7477

Aventura Learning Center Grades K - 2 305-940-0408

Parkway Baptist Church Wee Care Daycare/Preschool (Baptist) | Grades PK-K 305-623-1536

Beacon Hill Preparatory School Grades NS-8 305-621-3604

Pinecrest Presbyterian Day School Daycare/Preschool (Presbyterian) | Grades NS-K 305-666-3377

Biltmore School v Grades PK-8 305-266-4666

Princeton Preschool and Child Care Center Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-K 305-666-5575

Brito Miami Private School Grades PK-12 305-448-1463

River of Hope Day School Daycare/Preschool (Christian) | Grades K 305-228-0630

Centner Academy Grades PK-K (Grades 1-12 Coming Soon) 786-378-8646

PK3 - Grade 5 786-268-1914

GulliverPrep v Grades PK - 12 Marian C. Krutulis PK-8 Campus 12595 Red Road Coral Gables, Florida 33156 305-665-3593 Upper School Campus 6575 North Kendall Drive Pinecrest, Florida 33156 305-666-7937 Upper School Miller Campus 8000 SW 56 Street Miami, Florida 33155 305-274-9535

www.gulliverprep.org

Hope and Light Academy Grades K - 8 786-803-8122

Highpoint Academy v Bilingual Education Grades PK2-8 Main Campus 12101 SW 34th Street Miami, FL 33175 305-552-0202 Coral Way Campus 9850 SW 24th Street Miami, FL 33165 305-552-0208

highpointacademy.com Jose Marti Schools Grades PK-8 305-856-9044 Just Kids Centers Grades PK-5 305-221-0011 Keystone National High School Grades 9 - 12 (305) 688-5599

KLA Academy Private School

Infant to 5th Grade 375 SW 15th Road Miami, FL 33129 305-377-0391 Admissions

klaacademy.org Killian Oaks Academy Grades Pre-K-12 (305) 274-2221 Loyola Elementary & Arts Preschool Preschool and Elementary (305) 471-4417 Masters Preparatory Grades K - 9 305-887-4233

Miami Country Day School v Independent School Grades Pk-12 601 NE 107th Street Miami, FL 33161 305-779-7230

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Pinewood Acres School Grades PK-6 305-271-3211

Village Pines School Grades PK-5 305-235-6621

Ransom Everglades School

Wonderful Paradise Learning Center All-girls | Grades 3 305-278-9090

College Preparatory Day School Grades 6-12 Middle School 2045 South Bayshore Drive Coconut Grove, FL 33133 305-250-6850 Upper School 3575 Main Highway Coconut Grove, FL 33133 305-460-8800

ransomeverglades.org Riviera Schools Riviera Day School Grades PK-5 6800 Nervia Street Coral Gables, FL 33146 305-666-1856 Riviera Preparatory School Grades 6-12 9775 SW 87th Avenue Miami, FL 33176 786-300-0300

www.rivieraschools.com Roblanca Academy Grades K-9 305-557-3871 Shelton Academy v Grades K-8 305-599-9967 South Florida School of Excellence v Grades PK-12 754-204-3738 Sunflowers Academy Grades PK-8 305-631-1284 Sunset Preparatory School Grades K-9 305-274-5111 Three Flags Academy Grades PK-2 305-821-5964 UCP Diamond Minds Grades PK-8 305-623-4438 Valor Academy Grades PK-12 305-629-9799 Vann Academy Grades K-6 305-223-3241

religious affiliations All Angels Academy v Episcopal | Grades PK-8 305-888-9483 Archbishop Coleman F. Carroll High School Roman Catholic | Grades 9-12 305-388-6700 Asbury Christian School Methodist | Grades K-6 305-823-5313

Belen Jesuit Preparatory Catholic College Preparatory Boys Grades 6-12 500 SW 127th Avenue Miami, FL 33184 305-223-8600

www.belenjesuit.org Betesda Christian School Assembly of God | Grades K-12 305-685-8255 Beth Jacob High School v Jewish (All-girls) | Grades 6-12 305-957-1670 Bethel SDA Elementary School Seventh Day Adventist | Grades K-6 305-248-4973 Bible Baptist Christian Academy Baptist | Grades K-4 305-836-9747 Blessed Trinity School v Catholic School | PK2 - Grade 8 305-871-5766 Calusa Preparatory School Christian | Grades PK-12 305-596-3787

Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart

Roman Catholic (All-girls) Grades PK 3 - 12th 3747 Main Highway Coconut Grove, FL 33133 305-446-5673

www.carrollton.org

Champagnat Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades K-12 305-642-4132

First Assembly Christian Assembly of God | Grades PK-12 305-248-2273

Christ Fellowship Academy Baptist | Grades PK-6 305-238-1833

First Baptist School Baptist | Grades PK-12 305-888-9776 First United Methodist Christian School v Methodist | Grades NS-8 305-248-7992

Roman Catholic (All-boys) Grades 9-12 3000 SW 87th Ave. Miami, FL 33165 305-223-5650 x2256 www.columbushs.com

Florida Christian School College Prep | Grades PK3 - 12 305-226-8152 Gateway Christian School Baptist | Grades NS-6 305-271-1213

Clara Mohammed School Islamic | Grades K-3 305-757-8741

Gladeview Christian School Baptist | Grades NS-8 305-551-6143

Colonial Christian School Baptist | Grades PK-12 305-246-8608

Good Shepherd Catholic School v Roman Catholic | Grades VPK-8 305-385-7002

Congregation Beth Medrash Levi Jewish (All-boys) | Grades 7-12 305-673-5664 Coral Park Christian Academy Christian | Grades NS-8 305-559-9409

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Cutler Ridge Christian Academy Christian-based Education | Grades PK4 - 8 305-251-1534

The Gordon School v Jewish School | 12 months - 5th grade 305-854-3282 Ext. 242 Grace Academy International Christian | Grades K-12 305-681-2500

Dade Christian School Baptist | Grades PK-12 305-822-7690

Grace Baptist Academy Baptist | Grades PK-12 305-238-7332

Delta’s Christian School Of Excellence Christian | Grades K-9 305-688-9226

Grace Christian Preparatory Baptist | Grades PK-12 305-259-1929

Divine Savior Academy v Christian | Grades Pre-K3-12 305-597-4545

Hebrew Academy (RASG)v Jewish Day School | Infant - Grade 12 305-532-6421 Holy Cross Lutheran School Lutheran (LCMS) | Grades PK-8 904- 919-6071 Holy Family Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 305-947-6535 Homestead Assembly Christian Academy Christian | Grades 2-12 305-259-2022 Horeb Christian School Baptist | Grades PK-12 305-557-6811

Immaculata-La Salle High School

Catholic High School Grades 9-12 3601 South Miami Ave Miami, FL 33133 305-854-2334

www.ilsroyals.com Immaculate Conception School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 305-822-6461 Jacobson Sinai Academy v Jewish | Grades PK-8 305-932-9011 Ext. 231

Kendall Christian School Preschool - Elementary PK2 to 5th Grade 8485 SW 112 Street Miami, FL 33156 305-271-3723

www.kendallchristian.com

Grace Lutheran Learning Center Lutheran (LCA) | Grades PK-8 305-888-3220

Key Point Christian Academy v Christian Preschool - Middle 305-755-9258

Dr. John A. Mckinney Christian Academy Baptist | Grades K-6 786-318-3818

Greater Miami Academy Seventh Day Adventist | Grades PK-12 305-220-5955

Keystone National High School Church of God | Grades 9-12 866-257-6011

Emmanuel Christian School Baptist | Grades 1-6 305-625- 0383

The Growing Place School

Kids Learning Center of South Dade Christian | Grades PK-4 786-573-3017

Epiphany Catholic School v Catholic | Grades PK-8 305-667-5251 Faith Lutheran School Lutheran (LCMS) | Grades PK-8 305-885-2845

Christian Education

Toddlers - 2nd Grade (Growing to 5th)

536 Coral Way Coral Gables, Fl 33134 305-446-0846

welovecoralgables.org/tgp

King’s Christian School Christian | Grades PK-8 305-221-2008 Kingdom Academy Christian Private School | Infants - 8th Grade 305-385-3761

La Progresiva Presbyterian School Presbyterian | Grades PK-12 305-642-8600 Landow Yeshiva/Lubavitch Educational Center Jewish | Grades 1-11 305-653-8770 Lehrman Community Day School Jewish | 18 months - 5th Grade 305-866-2771 Mechina of South Florida Jewish (All-boys) | Grades 7-12 305-534-7050

Miami Christian School Christian Grades PK-12 200 NW 109 Avenue Miami, FL 33172 305-221-7754

www.miamichristian.org Miami Lakes Christian Academy Baptist | Grades PK-12 305-823-3888 Miami Shores Community Church School United Church of Christ | Grades PK-5 305-757-5866 Miami Shores Presbyterian Church School Presbyterian | Grades NS-5 305-759-2548 Miami Springs Adventist School Seventh Day Adventist | Grades K-8 305-888-2244 Monsignor Edward Pace High School v Roman Catholic | Grades 9-12 305-623-PACE (7223) Mother Of Christ Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 786-497-6111 Mother of Our Redeemer Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 305-829-3988 New Jerusalem Christian Academy Baptist | Grades PK-6 305-691-1291 New Testament Church Of Transfiguration Pentacostal | Grades 1-12 786-262-2965

North Hialeah Christian School Baptist | Grades PK-6 305-557-2821 Northwest Christian Academy Christian | Grades NS-12 305-685-8734

St. Brendan High Schoolv Catholic High School Grades 9-12 2950 SW 87th Avenue Miami, FL 33165 305-223-5181

www.stbrendanhigh.org Our Lady Of Charity Private School v Roman Catholic | Grades NS-12 305-556-5494 Our Lady of the Lakes Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 305-362-5315 Our Lady Of Lourdes Academy Roman Catholic (All-girls) | Grades 9-12 305-667-1623 Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Elementary School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 305-386-8446 Our Lady of The Rosary School v Roman Catholic | Grades NS-6 305-271-8389

Palmer Trinity School Episcopal Grades 6-12

St. Brendan Elementary SchoolV Catholic School | Grades Pre-K2-8 305-221-2722 St. Hugh Catholic School Catholic | Preschool - 8th Grade 305-448-5602 St. James Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 305-681-3822 St. John Neumann Catholic School v Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 305-255-7315 St. John The apostle School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 305-888-6819 St. John’s Episcopal School Episcopal | Grades PK-8 305-247-5445

7900 SW 176 Street Miami, FL 33157 305-251-2230

St. Joseph’s School Roman Catholic | Grades K-9 305-866-1471

www.palmertrinity.org

St. Kevin Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 305-227-7571

Perrine SDA Elementary School v Seventh Day Adventist | Grades PK-8 786-429-3942 Princeton Christian School Church of the Nazarene | Grades PK-12 305-257-3644 Rambam Day School Temple Beth Am V Jewish Day School | 15 months - 5th Grade 305-665-6228 Redland Christian Academy v Church of Christ | Grades PK-12 305-247-7399 St. Agatha Parochial School v Catholic | Grades PK2-8 305-222-8751 St. Agnes Academy Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 305-361-3245

St. Lawrence Elementary School Roman Catholic | Grades K-8 305-932-4912 St. Louis Covenant School Roman Catholic | Grades K-9 305-238-7562 St. Mary Cathedral School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 305-795-2000 St. Michael The Archangel Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 305-642-6732 St. Patrick Elementary School Roman Catholic | Grades K-8 305-534-4616 St. Paul Lutheran School Lutheran (LCMS) | Grades K-9 305-271-3109

St. Philip's Episcopal School Independent Episcopal School PreK3 through 5th Grade 1121 Andalusia Avenue Coral Gables, FL. 33134 305-444.6366

www.saintphilips.net St. Stephen's Episcopal Day School Episcopal | PreK 3 - Grade 5 305-445-2606

West Dade Academy Christian | Grades 1-12 305-553-1000

American Academy of Pinecrest Home Study Program | Grades 10-12 305-251-5723

Westminster Christian Schoolv

American Worldwide Academy Flexible Schedule (Christian) | Grades 9-12 305-456-5948

Christian Grades PK3 - 12 6855 SW 152 Street Palmetto Bay, FL 33157 305-233-2030

Apple Seed Montessori Montessori Method | Grades PK-K 305-557-5111

www.wcsmiami.org

Atala Montessori School for Creative Expression Montessori Method | Grades PK – 8 786-738-1210

St. Theresa Catholic School v Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 305-446-1738

Westwood Christian School Baptist | Grades PK2-12 305-274-3380

Casa Dei Bambini Montessori Method | Grades PK-4 305-534-8911

St. Timothy Parish School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 305-274-8229

Worshiper’s House Of Prayer Academy Christian | Grades K-8 305-200-3245

Saint Thomas Episcopal Parish School PK-5 Episcopal School.

305-665-4851

Yeshiva Elementary School Jewish (Special Emphasis) | Grades K-7 305-867-3322

Saint Thomas the Apostle Catholic Schoolv Catholic Pre-K 2 - 8th Grade 305-661-8591

Yeshiva Toras Chaim Toras Emes Jewish (All Girls, All Boys) | JPK - 12th Grade 305-947-9477

Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 305-858-3722

special emphasis / alt method

The French American School of Miami Language Immersion Program | Grades PK-5 786-268-1914

Scheck Hillel Community School v

Alexander Montessori Schoolv

Jewish College Preparatory School 18 Months-Grade 12

Fusion Academy Miami v 1:1 Teaching | Grades 6-12 305-831-0041

Montessori Method

19000 NE 25th Avenue North Miami Beach, FL 33180 305-931-2831

eHillel.org Sierra Norwood Calvary Child Center Baptist | Grades K-3 305-770-3733 Sunset Christian Academy Assembly of God | Grades PK-8 305-595-7558 The Thinking Child Academy Christian | Grades K-8 305-247-3036 Toras Emes Academy Klurman Elementary School Jewish | Grades PK-5 305-947-6000 Trinity Christian Academy Christian | Grades PK-12 305-819-8999

Palmetto Bay Campus Preschool 18 mos.-6 y/o 17800 Old Cutler Road Miami FL 33157 305-969-1814 Old Cutler Road Campus Preschool/Toddler Ages 2-6 y/o 14400 Old Cutler Road Miami FL 33158 305-233-4540 Ludlam Road Campus Elementary Ages 6-12, Grades 1-5 14850 Sw 67th Avenue Miami FL 33158 305-235-3995 Red Road Campus Preschool Ages 3-6 y/o 6050 Sw 57th Avenue Miami FL 33143 305-665-6274

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Cattiora Montessori School Montessori Method | Grades PK-6 305-274-6509 The Children’s House Montessori School Montessori Method | Grades PK-6 305-665-4686 Coconut Grove Montessori School v Montessori Method | Grades PK-5 305-444-4484

Gables Montessori School Montessori Method | Grades K-1 305-567-1900 The Glory of God Christian School v Accelerated Christian Education | Grades K-12 305-884-4000 Golden Mittens Montessori Montessori Method | Grades PK-5 305-817-8888 Hollywood Education Literacy Project v Study Technology Method | K-12 305-752-4003 IMACS Learning Center Home Study Program | Grades 5-8 305-933-8992 International Bilingual Montessori School Montessori | Grades NS-K 305-661-6434 Kid’s Haven Academy Special Emphasis/Alternative | Grades K 305-621-0990

Kids for Kids Academy Special Emphasis/Alternative | Grades NS-K 305-232-0606 Kingswood Montessori Academy Montessori | Grades PK-6 305-248-2308 Le Petite Papillon Montessori | Grades PK-5 305-867- 4244 Lively Stones for Jesus Special Emphasis(Christian) | Grades 1-4 305-362-3991 MCA Academy Special Emphasis/Alternative | Grades 2-12 305-442-2283

Montessori Learning Center Montessori | Grades PK-1 305-388-9016

We Love Kids Special Emphasis/Alternative | Grade K 305-885-2490

Montessori School of North Miami Montessori | Grades PK-6 321-639-2266

Winhold Montessori Schools Montessori | Grades NS-K 305-253-3225

Mrs. Payan’s School Montessori | Grades PK-K 305-661-2780

Xceed Preparatory Academy v Special Emphasis/Alternative | Grade 6-12 305-901-2115

Palmetto Bay Academy v Special Emphasis/Alternative | Grade 6-12 786-293-5353

special education

Peterson Montessori Academy Montessori | PK-K 305-463-9085

A.K.T.I.V. Learning Academy Special Education | Grades K - 6 786-293-7000

McGlannan School V Language-based Learning Difficulties | Gr 1-8 305-274-2208

The Roig Academy v Preschool Ages 2-4 | Grades K-8 305-235-1313

Atlantis Academy Special Education | Grades K-12 305-271-9771

Metropolitan International School World Based Curriculum | PK2-8 305-576-6070

St. Christopher’s By-the-Sea Montessori School Montessori (Episcopal) | Grades PK-5 (305)361-5080

Beyond Expectations Academy Special Education | Grades 2-12 305-378-5775

Miami Nature Playschool Forest Kindergarten | Ages 3 - 8 years old Text: 786-499-2939

Stone Coast Academy Special Emphasis/Alternative | Grade 12 305-515-2826

Miami Shores Montessori School Montessori | Grades PK-3 305-756-7733

Miami Springs Montessori School Montessori | Grades PK-K 305-883-0012 Montessori Academy at St. John’s Montessori | Grades NS-3 305-534-8234 Montessori Achievement Center Montessori | Grades 1-8 305-893-5994 Montessori Children’s Academy Montessori | Grades PK-2 305-225-3070

Sunrise School Of Miami Special Emphasis/Alternative | Grades PK-8 305-297-6562

Sunset Montessori School Montessori | Grades NS-PK 305-666-2008 Temple Beth Shmuel Montessori All-girls Montessori (Jewish) | Grades PK-K 305-604-9101 Temple Menorah Jewish Montessori Montessori (Jewish) | Grades NS-PK 305-866-2156 Village Montessori at Killian Montessori | Grades K 305-239375

Montessori Children’s House Montessori | Grades NS-K 305-380-0513

Village Montessori Day School Montessori | Grades PK-1 305-898-9199

Montessori Children’s House of Miami Lakes All-girls Montessori (Christian) | Grades K-7 305-823-2522

Von-wedel Montessori School Montessori | Grades PK-3 305-893-9876

Carpe Diem Academia Special Education | Grades K-12 305-971-1230 The Carrie Brazer Center for Autism Special Education | Grades 7-12 305-271-8790 Children’s Resource Fund Special Education | Grades K-1 305-596-6966 Cyrstal Academy Autism/Developmental Delays Ages 5 - Adolocent 305-567-5881 Debbie School Special Education | Grades PK-2 305-243-3226 Easter Seals Demonstration School & Child Development Center Special Education | Grades PK-12 305-547-4715 EDC Academy Of Excellence Special Education | Grades 1-12 305-758-9910 Educational Alternatives Special Education | Grade PK 305-221-5035

Faith Fellowship School Special Education | Grades 3-9 305-246-5534 Gospel Tabernacle Christian Academy Special Education (Pentacostal) | Grades 2-10 305-626-9162 I Smile For Children Special Educationl | Grades K-4 305-302-5840 Kesher L.D. Special Education (Jewish) | Grades 3-12 305-792-7060 Killian Oaks Academy Special Education | Grades PK 305-274-2221 Marian Center School and Services Special Education (Roman Catholic) | Gr 1-12 305-625-8354

Miami Learning Experience School

Broward early childhood education Adventure Bay Early Learning Center Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-K 954-441-4488 Andover Academy Daycare/Preschool | Grades NS-PK 954-577-9701 Cambridge School Daycare/Preschool | Grades NS-PK 954-430-3388 Care & Share Christian Academy Daycare/Preschool (Christian) | Grades NS-1 954-630-3333 Creative Child Learning Center Daycare/Preschool | Grades NS-PK 954-389-8245

Special Education K-12

& Adult Continuing Education Program

Developmental Preschool Kindergarten v Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-K 954-472-4673

5651 SW 82nd Ave Rd Miami, FL 33143 305-275-5900

Discovery Preschool Center Daycare/Preschool | Grades K 954-481-9500

www.mleschool.org Neytz Hachochma Special Education (Jewish) | Grades Pk 305-945-7443 Our Pride Academy Special Education | K-12 305-271-2678 Schoolhouse Academy Special Education | Grades 10-12 305-552-1200 South Florida Child Development Center Special Education | Grades 2-9 305- 882-8119

First Steps Just for Kids Daycare/Preschool | Grades K 954-564-5437 Foundations Christian Academy Daycare/Preschool (Church of Christ) | Grades PK 954-667-0852 The Goddard School Daycare/Preschool | Grades NS-k 954-443-2480 Hallandale House of Learning v Montessori Preschool | Ages 18 mos - 5 years old 954-454-5494 Happyland Day School Daycare/Preschool (Presbyterian) | Grades PK-K 954-463-6051

United Cerebral Palsy Transitional Learning.

Special Education | Grades 8-12 305-325-1080

Harvard Academy Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-K 954-748-0006

Vanguard School Of Coconut Grove Florida Special Education | Grades 1-8 305-445-7992

Hollywood Hills Private School Daycare/Preschool (All-girls) | Grades PK-K 954-983-1866

The Victory Center Special Education | Grades NS 305-904-764-7781

Kids of Promise Preschool Daycare/Preschool (Assembly of God) | Grades K 954-989-7998

KinderCare Learning Centers Multiple Locations | Grades NS-K 888-525-2780

KLA Schools

Reggio Emilia Preschool KLA Schools of Pembroke Pines 8 weeks to Kindergarten 18055 NW 8th St. Pembroke Pines FL 33029 954-469-9905 Offers VPK KLA Schools of Fort Lauderdale 3 months to 5 Years 2857 E Oakland Park Blvd.

Fort Lauderdale FL 33306 954-530-1960 KLA Schools of Coconut Creek 3 months to 5 Years 6310 N State Road 7 Coconut Creek FL 33073 954-571-8019 Offers VPK

www.k la scho o ls.co m Larson Academy Daycare/Preschool | Grades K-1 954-561-2555 The Learning Center for Children Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-K 954-384-4884 Little Me Preschool Daycare/Preschool | Grades K-1 954-433-5269 New Mirawood School Daycare/Preschool | Grades NS-PK 954-983-4321 Plantation Methodist Preschool Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-k 954-792-1710 Precious Promise Academy Preschool Daycare/Preschool (Assembly of God) | Grades K-1 954-731-1616

Showers of Blessing Christian Daycare/Preschool (Pentecostal) | Grades PK-K 954-730-8775 Southwest Ranches Christian Academy Daycare/ Preschool (Assembly of God) | Grades PK-K 954-434-5252

Summit-Questa Montessori School v Montessori Philosophy Toddler - Middle School 5451 SW 64th Avenue Davie, Florida 33314 954-584-3466

www.summitquesta.com

Pine Crest School Independent College Preparatory Grades PK4 - 12 1501 NE 62nd Street Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334 954-492-4100

www.pinecrest.edu

Temple Sinai Early Childhood Learning Center Infants (6 weeks) - 5 years old 954-987-1694

Precious Kidz Too Grades PK-5 954-784-0087

Windsor Park Preschool Daycare/Preschool (Christian) | Grades NS-2 954-970-3756

Premier Academy School Grades 6-12 954-969-7172

Winfield Christian Academy Daycare/Preschool (Christian) | Grades NS-2 954-970-3756

The Randazzo School Grades NS-12 954-968-1750

nonsectarian / traditional

The Sagemont School PK-12 954-389-2454

Academic School 4 Arts Fine Arts Conservatory School | Grades K - 12 954-237-6021

School Of Excellence Grades K-12 954-792-6118

American Heritage School v Grades PK-12 954-472-0022 American Preparatory Academy v Grades K-12 954-434-8936 Beacon Hill School Grades PK-8 954-963-2600 Candil Jacaranda School Grades PK-5 954-473-4400 Emerald Hills School Grades K-6 954-964-9163 Fort Lauderdale Prep School v Grades PK-12 954-485-7500

North Broward Prep School v Nord Anglia Education School Early Childhood PK3 - Grade 12 7600 Lyons Road Coconut Creek, FL 33073 954-247-0179

www.nbps.org NSU University School v Junior Kindergarten - Grade 12 954-262-4506

Tanglewood Academy Grades PK-1 954-431-8805 West Hollywood Private School Grades 5-12 954-983-7424 Westlake Preparatory School v Grades K-12 954-236-2300

religious affiliations Abundant Life Christian Academy v Christian | Grades PK-8 954-979-2665 Advent’s Early Childhood School Lutheran | Grades NS-PK 561-395-3631 Advent School Boca v Lutheran | Grades K-8 561-395-3631 Alazhar School Islamic | PK-8 954-722-1555 All Saints Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades K-9 954-742-4842

Annunciation School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 954-989-8287 Archbishop Edward A. McCarthy High School Roman Catholic | Grades 9-12 954-434-8820

Beth Emet School Elementary - Middle Kindergarten - 8th Grade 4807 South Flamingo Road Cooper City, FL 33330 954-680-1882

www.bethemetschool.org Bethany Christian School Presbyterian | Grades NS-8 954-522-2554 Brauser Maimonides Academy v Jewish | Grades NS-8 954-989-6886 Broward Junior Academy Seventh Day Adventist | Grades K-8 954-316-8301 Calvary Christian Academy v Christian | Grades PK-12 954-905-5100 Cardinal Gibbons High School Roman Catholic | Grades 9-12 954-491-2900 Chaminade-Madonna Catholic (Marianist) | Grades 9-12 954-989-5150 Christ Church School Methodist | PK-5 954-771-7700 Cooper City Christian Academy Pentecostal | Grades PK-12 954-779-6221 Coral Springs Christian Academy Presbyterian | Grades PK-12 954-752-2870 Covenant Teaching Fellowship Christian | Grades 2-6 954-649-3584 Excelsior Artz Preparatory School Christian | Grades PK-7 954-721-3471 Faith Baptist Academy Baptist | Grades PK-12 954-974-2404

Faith Lutheran School Lutheran (LCMS) | Grades PK-8 954-581-2918 Five Star Academy Christian | Grades 1-2 954-680-7724 Fort Lauderdale Christian School Christian | Grades PK-4 954-972-3444 Gateway Christian Academy Assembly of God | Grades PK-5 954-485-7012 Glades Christian Academy Baptist | Grades K-8 954-755-6405 Gloria Dei Lutheran Academy Lutheran (LCMS) | Grades PK-8 954-475-8584 Hebrew Academy Community School Jewish | Grades PK-8 954-978-6341 High Expectations Education Center Christian | Grades K 954-881-9677 Highlands Christian Academy v Baptist | Grades PK-12 954-421-1747

Hochberg Lower School v Posnack East Campus

The Masters Academy Baptist | Grades PK-8 954-434-2960 Mount Bethel Christian Academy v Christian | Grades PK-8 954-462-0255 Mt. Olivet SDA School Seventh Day Adventist | Grades PK-9 954-792-6010 Nativity Elementary School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 954-987-3300 New Hope SDA School Seventh Day Adventist | Grades K-8 954-587-3842 New Life Christian Academy Pentecostal | Grades 8-12 954-625-0251 Nur Ul-Islam Academy Islamic | Grades PK-12 954-434-3288 Our Lady Queen Of Martyrs School Roman Catholic | Grades K-9 954-583-8112 Our Savior Lutheran School Lutheran (LCMS) | Grades NS-8 954-370-2161 Parkridge Christian Academy v Baptist | Grades NS-8 954-346-0236

A Jewish Day School Grades K - 5

Parkway Christian Schoolv

412 SW 11th Street Hallandale Beach, FL 33009 954-299-3600

Christ, Character, Community Grades Pre-K2 - 8

www.posnackschool.org Hollywood Christian School Baptist | Grades PK-12 954-322-4375 Holy Temple Christian Academy Christian | Grades PK-8 954-467-0758 Lighthouse Christian School Presbyterian | Grades K-8 954-941-7501

1200 S. Flamingo Road Davie, FL 33325 954-424-6425

Posnack School v Jewish Day School Grades JrK-12 5810 S. Pine Island Road Davie, FL 33328 954-583-6100

www.posnackschool.org Redeemer Christian Academy Pentecostal | Grades 4-7 954-854-9983 Redeeming Word Christian Academy Christian | Grades K-5 954-485-1435 Rohr Bais Chaya Academy Jewish (All-girls) | Grades 9-12 954-788-8781 St. Andrew Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 954-753-1280 St. Ambrose Elementary School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 954-427-2226 St. Anthony School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 954-467-7747 St. Bartholomew Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 954-431-5253 St. Bernadette Catholic School v Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 954-432-7022

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St. Bonaventure Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 954-476-5200

Phyl’s Academy Preparatory School Christian | Grades PK-8 954-731-7524

St. Coleman Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 954-942-3500

Point Of Grace Christian Academy Baptist | Grades K-12 954-649-0145

St. David Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 954-472-7086

Little Flower Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 954-922-1217

Potential Christian Academy Christian | Grades PK-8 954-434-1550

Mary Help Of Christians Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades K-8 954-323-8006

Pride and Joy Learning Center Christian | Grades NS-1 954-561-0175

St. Gregory The Great School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 954-473-8169 St. Helen Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 954-739-7094

St. Jerome Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades K-9 954-524-1990 Saint Mark Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 954-434-3777 Saint Mark's Episcopal School v Episcopal | Toddler - 8th Grade 954-563-4508 St. Stephen School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 954-983-2636

St. Thomas Aquinas High School Catholic College Prep High School Grades 9-12 2801 SW 12 Street Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 954-581-0700

www.aquinas-sta.org Salah Tawfik Elementary & Middle School Islamic | Grades PK-8 954-741-8130 Sawgrass Adventist School v Seventh Day Adventist | Grades K-8 954-473-4622 Sha’arei Bina Torah Academy for Girls Jewish (All-girls) | Grades 6-12 954-927-5544 Shepherd Of The Coast Christian School Lutheran (LCMS) | Grades PK-8 954-772-5468 Sheridan Hills Christian School v Classical Christian | Grade Pre-K -12th 954-966-7995

Soaring Eagles Academy Christian | Grades 1-12 954-709-0930 South Florida Christian Academy Pentecostal | Grades 2-12 954-655-3170 Sunrise Christian School Of Academic Studies Pentacostal | Grades K-6 954-358-0497 Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El Day School Jewish | Grades K-5 954-358-4200 Temple Beth Am Jewish | NS-PK 954-968-4545 Trinitas Academy Baptist | Grades K-12 954-581-2744

Trinity Christian School Methodist | Grades PK-5 954-941-8033 Trinity Lutheran School Lutheran (LCMS) | Grades K-8 954-463-7471

Westminster Academy v Christian College Preparatory Grades Pre-K2-12 5601 North Federal Highway Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 954-771-4600

Elite Behavioral Health Center Special Emphasis/Alternative (All-boys) | Grades 4-9 954-444-6287 Fidelis Academy Alternative Christian | Grades PK-8 954-712-1707 Green Children’s House Montessori School Montessori | Grades K 954-946-7215 Gulfstream Montessori School Montessori | Grades PK-6 954-455-2781

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Lifetime Learning Ahavat Limud Special Emphasis/Alternative | Grades 4-12 954-785-1711

Weston Christian Academy Classical Christian | Pre-K3 - 8th Grade 954-349-9224

Little Flower Montessori School Montessori | Grades PK-6 954-565-8205 Lycee Franco-American International School v

Immersion School | Grades PK-5 special emphasis / alt method Language 954-237-0356 Academy High School Special Emphasis/Alternative | Grades 9-12 954-752-5038

Marblue Montessori Academy Montessori | Grades PK-6 954-923-7100

AEF Preparatory Schools v Alternative Education | Grades K-12 954-581-8222

Maria’s House Montessori School Montessori | Grades K-2 954-421-9220

Anew-Generation Christian Leadership Academy Special Emphasis (Christian) | Grades 6-12 954-306-3720 Apple Tree Montessori School Montessori | Grades PK-8 954-252-9250 Aventura Montessori School Montessori | Grades K 954-456-5609 BB International School Language/Cultural Immersion | Grades NS-5 954-946-2229 The Blake School Montessori | Grades PK-8 954-584-6816 Christi / STEPSS Academy v Special Program (Christian) | Grades K-12 954-749-6869

Miami Lakes Montessori Christian Center Montessori (Christian) | Grades 6-7 954-443-3975 Montessori Academy Montessori | Grades PK-8 954-435-4622 Montessori Institute of Broward Montessori | Grades PK-4 954-472-9620 Montessori Ivy League Academy Montessori | Grades NS-PK 954-438-8808 Paideia Classical Academy Classical Education | Grades PK-12 954-974-1121 Pembroke Park Montessori School Montessori | Grades PK-K 954-893-0077

Conservatory Prep Senior High School v Special Program/Alternative | Grades 6-12 954-680-5808

Pine Island Montessori Montessori | Grades PK-5 954-434-6337

Coral Springs Montessori Montessori | Grades NS-K 954-344-0027

Rainbow Montessori School Montessori | Grades PK-K 954-989-1977

Score Academy v Flexible Scheduling/ 1:1 Teaching | Grades K-12 954-510-0600

Harvard International Academy Special Education | Grades 4-12 954-301-5828

Sunset Sudbury School Sudbury | Ages 4-18 954-404-7785

Paladin Academy College Prep Special Education | Grades K-12 954-431-4224

Tamarac Learning Center Special Emphasis/Alternative | Grades 2-12 954-724-6287 Three Village Montessori Montessori School | Grades PK-3 954-581-2744 Woodlands Montessori School Montessori | Grades PK-3 954-722-4880 Xceed Preparatory Academy v Special Emphasis/Alternative | Grades 6-12 954-361-3405

special education Abi’s Place Special Education | Grades NS 954-752-4441 Access School Special Education | Grades 3-7 954-680-9494 AEF Westham Academy Special Education | Grades 6-12 954-581-8222 Atlantis Academy Special Education | Grades K-12 954-752-7571 Bright Steps Forward Special Education | Grades K-12 954-376-3911 Broward Academy Special Education | Grades K-12 954-434-2980 Casablanca Academy Special Education | Grades K-12 954-415-1149

Center Academy Prep v Learning Differences College Readiness

Grades 5-12

4700 Riverside Drive, Suite 100 Coral Springs, FL 33067 954-575-1231

www.centeracademy.com Divine Academy Special Education | Grades 5-12 954-499-4638

Sharon School of Excellence Special Education (Pentecostal) | Grades K-12 954-391-6080 South Florida Jewish Academy Special Education | Grades K-12 954-427-7788 Westlake Academy Special Education | Grades K-12 954-236-2300

Palm Beach early childhood education Bluffs School Daycare (Christian) | Grades PK 561-775-1430 Cambridge School Daycare Grades NS-K 561-791-0013 The Goddard School Daycare/Preschool Grades NS-K 561-333-2020 Imagination Station Early Learning Center Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-K 561-642-4262 Jupiter Academy v Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-K 561-747-1003

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Reggio Emilia Inspired Private School

KLA Schools of Boynton Beach 3 months to 5 Years 1601 N Congress Ave. Boynton Beach FL 33426 561-735-1042 Offers VPK KLA Schools of Lake Worth 6 weeks to 5 Years 4945 Via Bari Lake Worth FL 33463 561-432-9559 Offers VPK School Age for summer camp/ school recesses available.

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Palm Beach Preschool Daycare/Preschool | Grades PK-K 541-968-4332 Peter Pan Preschool v Daycare/Preschool | Grades NS-PK 561-622-3628 Primary Learning Place Grades PK-1 561-482-3772 Seacrest Christian Preschool Daycare/Preschool (Presbyterian) | Grades NS-PK 561-276-5552 Temple Beth El of Boca Raton Daycare/Preschool (Jewish) | Grades PK-K 561-391-9092

nonsectarian / traditional American Heritage School of Boca/Delray v Grades PK-12 561-495-7272 Baldwin Prep School v Grades K-12 561-844-7700 The Batt School v Grades PK-12 561-625-2288

The Benjamin School v Independent Day School Grades PK3-8 11000 Ellison Wilson Road North Palm Beach, FL. 33408 561-472-3451 Grades 9-12 4875 Grandiflora Road Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418 561-472-3451 www.thebenjaminschool. org Boca Prep International Preschool - 12th Grade 561-8521410

Forest Trail Academy Grades K-12 800-890-6269 Glades Day School v Grades PK-12 561-996-6769

Grandview Preparatory School Grades NS-12 561-416-9737

The Greene School Independent Day School Early Childhood 4 yrs - Grade 10 2001 South Dixie Highway West Palm Beach, FL 33401 561-293-2888 www.thegreeneschool.com Gulf Stream School Grades PK-8 561-641-7435 The King's Academy Grades PK-12 561-686-4244

Oxbridge Academy College-Prep High School Grades 9-12

Unity for Kids School Grades K-12 561-578-8270 Unity School Grades Toddler - 8 561-276-4414 Wellington Collegiate Academy Grades 3-8 561-784-1776 The Wellington Preparatory School Grades PK-5 561-649-7900

religious affiliations Advent Lutheran School v Lutheran (AELC) | Grades K-8 561-395-3635 All Saints Catholic School v Roman Catholic | Grades Pre-K4 - 8 561-748-8994

Middle School Grades 7-8

Belle Glade Christian Academy Christian | Grades PK-11 561-261-4146

3151 N. Military Trail West Palm Beach, FL 33409 561-972-9826

Berean Christian School v Christian | Grades NS-12 561-798-9300

www.oapb.org/visit Palm Beach Day AcademyV Independent Private School Lower Campus Pre-K2 – 3rd Grade 1901 South Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 561-832-8815 Upper Campus 4th Grade – 9th Grade 241 Seaview Avenue, Palm Beach, FL 33480 561-655-1188

www.pbday.org Pine Crest School Independent College Preparatory Grades PK4 - 8 2700 St. Andrews Blvd Boca Raton, FL 33434 561-852-2800

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Boca Raton Christian School Christian School | Pre-K3 – 12th Grade 561-391-2727

Cardinal Newman High School v

College Preparatory (Catholic) Grades 9-12 512 Spencer Drive West Palm Beach, FL 33409 561-683-6266

www.cardinalnewman.com Daughter Of Zion Junior Academy v Seventh Day Adventist | Grades PK-8 561-243-0715 Divine Savior Academy v Christian | Preschool - Elementary 561-359-3090 Donna Klein Jewish Academy Jewish | Grades K-12 561-852-3300 Ephesus Junior Academy Seventh Day Adventist | Grades PK-8 561-841-0033 Garden Of The Sahaba Academy Islamic | Grades PK-11 561-395-3011

Gold Coast Jr Academy Seventh Day Adventist | Grades PK-8 561-364-7388 Good Shepherd Episcopal School Episcopal | Grades NS-5 561-746-5507 Greenacres Christian Academy Christian | Grades PK-12 561-965-0363 Haverhill Baptist Day School Baptist | Grades NS-3 561-683-1780 Hillel Day School of Boca Raton Jewish | Grades PK-8 561-470-5000 Jupiter Christian School Christian | Grades PK-12 561-354-1917 Lake Park Baptist School v Grades Pre-K3-8 (561)844-274 Lake Worth Christian School Calvanist | Grades PK-12 561-586-8216 Maranatha Christian Academy v Church of God | Grades PK-8 561-622-8377 Methodist Early Childhood Education Daycare/Preschool (Methodist) | Grades PK-K 561-368-1215

Meyer Preparatory v College Prep Grades Junior K - 8th 5225 Hood Road Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418 561-686-6520

www.meyerprep.org Nativity Lutheran Church & School Lutheran | Grades K-4 561-622-4998 New Horizons Christian Academy v Assembly of God | Grades 4-12 561-433-5933 Northern Private School Christian | Grades PK-2 561-585-4053 Our Savior Lutheran School Lutheran (LCMS) | Grades K-6 561-582-8624 RJ Hendley Christian Community School Baptist | Grades PK-8 561-842-1349

Rosarian Academy Catholic School | Age 1 through Grade 8 561-260-5104 Sacred Heart School v Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 561-582-2242 Saint Andrew’s School Episcopal | Grades Pre-K - 12 561-210-2000 St Ann Catholic School v Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 561-832-3676 St Clare School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 561-622-7171 St. David’s Episcopal School Episcopal | Grades PK-1 561-793-1272

Spanish River Christian School Presbyterian Grades PK3-8 2400 Yamato Road Boca Raton, FL 33431 561-994-5006

spanishriverchristianschool.com Suncoast Christian Academy v Church of Christ | Grades K-5 561-641-1446

Le Petit Prince: The French School of Boca Raton Language Immersion | Grades PK-5 561-727-0221

Torah Academy of Boca Raton Jewish | Grades PK-8 561-465-2200

The Learning Foundation of Florida v Alternative | Grades 2-12 561-795-6886

Trinity Christian Academy Pentecostal | Grades PK-12 561-967-1900

Montessori Independent Learning Center Montessori School | Grades PK-1 561-968-2642

Trinity Christian School v Methodist | Grades NS-8 561-253-3950

Royal Palm Montessori Academy Montessori | Grades PK-K 561-483-3838

Trinity Lutheran School Lutheran (LCMS) | Grades NS-8 561-276-8458

St. John Paul II Academy v Roman Catholic | Grades 9-12 561-314-2100

West Palm Beach Jr Academy Seventh Day Adventist | Grades PK-8 561-689-9575

St. Jude Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 561-392-9160 St. Juliana Catholic School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 561-655-1922 St. Luke School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 561-965-8190

St. Mark's Episcopal SchoolV

The Harid Conservatory Special Emphasis Dance | Grades 9-12 561-997-2677 Jupiter Montessori School Montessori | Grades PK-K 561-575-4331

St. Joan of Arc School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 561-392-7974

St. Joseph’s Episcopal School Episcopal | Grades Pre-K3 -8 561-732-2045

Fusion Academy Boca Raton v 1:1 Teaching | Grades 6-12 561-953-9365

Yeshiva High School v Jewish | Grades 9-12 561-417-7422

special emphasis • alt method Academic Private High School v Alternative | Grades 6-12 561-929-7990 Children’s House of Boca Raton Montessori | Grades PK-K 561-391-0074 The Children’s House of Wellington Montessori | Grades PK-K 561-790-3748

Score Academy v Flex Schedule/ 1:1 Teaching | Grades K-12 561-345-2855 Space of Mind Social Homeschool | Grades K -12+ College Prep 561-894-8772 Sunshine Tree School Montessori | Grades K-8 561-622-4173 Turtle River Montessori School v Montessori | Grades NS-12 561-745-1995 The Weiss School Accelerated/Gifted Program | Grades PK-8 561-627-0740 West Glades Montessori School Montessori | Grades K-2 561-479-4629

special education

Children’s Learning Center Montessori | Grades PK-K 561-988-8288

Atlantis Academy Palm Beaches Special Education | Grades K-8 561-642-3100

Claremont Montessori School Montessori | Grades 1-8 561-394-7674

Coates Learning Center Special Education | Grades 6-12 561-689-2323

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Coastal Middle & Senior High School Grades 9-12 561-842-6349

The Elles School Special Education | Grades 2-12 561-588-1954

St. Paul Lutheran School Lutheran (LCMS) | Grades NS-8 561-395-8548

Education Place v Flexible Scheduling | Grades 1-12 561-753-6563

Kentwood Preparatory School Special Education | Grades 1-12 561-649-6141

St. Vincent Ferrer School Roman Catholic | Grades PK-8 561-278-3868

Emerging Minds Montessori Academy v Montessori | Grades PK-8 561-487-3535

The Open Doorway Special Education | Grades K-12 561-434-2788

Episcopal Grades PK2-8 3395 Burns Road Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 561-622-1504

The Shepherd’s School Church of God | Grades PK-12 561-924-9578

French American International School Language Immersion | Grades K-6 561-479-8266

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Esports and gaming concepts in Education

T

he introduction of competitive video games has revolutionized organized sports over the past decade. Esports, short for electronic sports, is a teambased competition in various genres of video games.

In 2016, only seven colleges and universities had varsity esports programs. Less than a decade later, it has expanded to include over 170 institutions in the US. Today, the global phenomenon has a dedicated industry, professional leagues, tournaments, and a large fan base.

Competitive video gaming opens a whole new world of gaming opportunities for high schoolers. Students today can earn scholarships and even get paid to play games while in college. Esports have gained such immense popularity that more universities are offering Gaming Business and Esports degrees.

It is a unique opportunity for gamers to pursue their passion and education simultaneously. Below we explore the basic elements that contribute to the world of competitive video gaming, as well as

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opportunities and concerns to consider if your child is a passionate gamer looking to compete.

) What is Esports?

The majority of us tend to associate gaming as an individual activity intended solely for entertainment.

Esports, however, are a team sport where individual players work together strategically in organized competitions against other teams. Depending on the game being played, each team consists of multiple players with a designated role or position. Similar to how players in traditional team sports have different positions and responsibilities. Esports teams also have a coach. Coaches are responsible for training the team by providing strategic advice, analyzing gameplay, developing tactics, and improving individual players' skills and teamwork. An esports team can vary depending on the game, team size, and organization, with larger organizations having more extensive roles in place such as managers,

analysts, and other support staff. Like any other sport, a season is structured to include a pre-season, a regular season, playoffs, grand finals events, and an off-season.

Unlike traditional sports, some leagues may have multiple seasons a year that can vary by game with some seasons divided into different stages or splits. Both competitions often have an audience watching online or attending live events.

Esports covers a wide range of video games across different genres, including first-person shooters (FPS), multiplayer online battle arenas (MOBAs), real-time strategy (RTS), fighting games, sports and racing simulations, battle royales, card games, and more.

) Benefits of Competitive Gaming In spite of their differences, esports and traditional sports share similar elements like competition, teamwork, strategy, communication, and the passion they inspire in players and fans. Esports are constantly evolving, creating new genres and innovative game hybrids. The opportunities continue to expand as the industry grows, with many players and organizations actively working to address concerns and promote a healthier environment.

Esports offers a range of benefits for students, making it an inclusive and engaging activity. Firstly, it fosters inclusion by expanding the pool of participants to include disabled students, providing them with the opportunity to be part of an organized sport. In an NFHS article, the coach of the Rocky Mountain High School esports team in Colorado stated, “What I’ve learned along the way is that esports is an opportunity for everyone, and we’ve had a lot of different kinds of students: kids that come from different countries, kids that have disabilities, that can all participate and compete at a high level.”

Secondly, esports promotes collaboration among students. A Pew Research Report highlights that video games play a vital role in teen friendships, creating social interactions and a sense of belonging. Through esports, students learn to coordinate strategies, communicate effectively, and develop trust and respect, essential aspects of successful collaboration.

Top Games

in Collegiate and High School Esports

League of Legends is a team-based strategy (MOBA) game where two teams of five powerful champions face off to destroy the opponent’s base.

Rocket League is a unique combination of racing and soccer, played with rocket-powered cars.

Overwatch is a team-based first-person shooter (FPS) game featuring a diverse cast of heroes with unique abilities.

Super Smash Bros. is a crossover fighting game featuring characters from various Nintendo games.

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) is a widely played FPS game where teams compete in objective-based matches.

Defense of the Ancients 2 (Dota 2) is another prominent (MOBA) game that features two teams competing on a symmetrical map to destroy the opponent's Ancient, a large structure located at the heart of their base.

Fortnite is a battle royale game known for its unique combination of shooter and building mechanics, where players must scavenge for weapons, resources, and equipment to survive and eliminate opponents.

Call of Duty is a popular tactical (FPS) game that typically includes several modes: Single-player campaign (missions and battles), multiplayer (deathmatch and capture the flag), and cooperative (mission completions, survival efforts, boss battles, and progression experiences) modes with unique storylines ranging from historical conflicts, modern warfare, or sci-fi settings.

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It is important to note that while these concerns exist, they do not necessarily apply to all individuals involved in esports. It is imperative for parents to keep open and ongoing dialogue, enforce responsible gaming habits, and provide guidance as well as supervision.

) Promoting Healthy Gaming

Lastly, esports enhances adaptability and cognitive agility. The dynamic scenarios and challenges presented in esports necessitate quick thinking, analytical skills, creative approaches, and the ability to make split-second decisions under pressure. This aspect of esports encourages students to develop adaptive thinking skills, valuable in various aspects of life.

Promote responsible, age-appropriate game selection when allowing access to games. Many games, especially those with violent themes, are subject to content rating systems that help guide parents, guardians, and educational institutions with appropriate age recommendations. Ensure that your child is exposed to games that align not just with their age, but also with their maturity level and your family's personal values.

Set boundaries through monitoring AND regulating gameplay. Your involvement should communicate your expectations and help establish clear boundaries regarding screen time, appropriate game content, and gaming experiences. This also means staying up-todate with trends and developments to help you make informed decisions. Emphasize balance by setting time limits, encouraging breaks, and prioritizing physical and outdoor activities. A balanced lifestyle will help create a healthier and more sustainable environment. In addition to encouraging responsible gaming behaviors, these strategies encourage positive behaviors in general and can contribute to a child's overall well-being.

) Important Concerns to Consider

) The Bottom Line

Although there are unique opportunities by participating in esports, it is also imperative to consider drawbacks. A few commonly cited concerns include exposure to violence, eye strain and health issues, and a sedentary lifestyle due to long hours of sitting. Another concern is the potential for addiction.

“Gaming disorder” was officially added to the ICD (International Classification of Diseases) by the World Health Organization in 2018. It is defined as “a pattern of gaming behavior characterized by impaired control over gaming, increasing priority given to gaming over other activities to the extent that gaming takes precedence over other interests and daily activities, and continuation or escalation of gaming despite the occurrence of negative consequences.”

To be diagnosed, the pattern must be severe enough to result in personal, family, social, educational, and other damage, evident for at least 12 months.

Esports has seen significant growth over the past decade likely due to strong elements of engagement, inclusion, and collaboration. The consensus among experts, educators, and the esports community is that it can provide a range of benefits and opportunities if challenges are acknowledged, monitored, and addressed consistently. The overall impact of esports can be a positive experience providing students with skill development, academic opportunities, career pathways, personal growth, and community. The National Federation of State High School Associations advises that student-athletes should find a balance between practices, games, school work, proper nutrition, social time, and sleep. In order to maximize the benefits and minimize potential pitfalls of esports, it's important to advocate for responsible gaming habits, encourage a balanced lifestyle, provide guidance and support, and create a positive gaming environment.

Furthermore, the appeal of esports lies in its engaging and entertaining nature. As a fast-growing sport, it offers variety, allowing players to participate in different games, enhancing the overall experience.

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GROWTH + DEVELOPMENT

New Faces Belen Jesuit Preparatory School

Palmer Trinity School

Ransom Everglades

Rachel Rodriguez Head of School

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Lazaro Fernández Athletic Director

Daniella Rivero

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The Belen Jesuit administration is excited to announce that Lazaro Fernández has been hired as the new Athletic Director at Belen Jesuit Preparatory School. Lazaro Fernández, 48, is the former Director of Athletics at Gulliver Preparatory. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sports Management from Taylor University, a Master of Science degree in Sports Management from Barry University, and a Master of Science degree in Higher Education Leadership and Administration from Capella University. In addition to his many years of service at Gulliver Prep, Fernández’s experience includes being Assistant Coach of Women’s Basketball at Colgate University, Assistant Athletic Director at Florida Christian School, and Athletic Director at The Hebrew School.

Fernández will begin his new role at the start of the 2023-2024 academic year.

Palmer Trinity is happy to announce an addition to the College Counseling Office. Danielle Rivero will join a team of five college counselors beginning July 1.

Ms. Rivero holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees as well as a certificate in student development from the University of Miami.

In her decades-long experience in college admission, Ms. Rivero was the associate director of career and college placement at Westminster School and for the past eight years as the director of college counseling at Riviera School. Ms. Rivero brings a wealth of experience in college admission and assisting students with merit scholarship search, standardized testing, and finding summer opportunities. She looks forward to getting to know her students and supporting them in reaching their academic, cocurricular, and collegiate goals.

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Mr. Benjamin Thompson-Echevarría is Scheck Hillel Community School’s new Director of High School. Mr. Thompson-Echevarría joined Scheck Hillel in 2021 as Dean of Students after serving as a high school principal for four years. Under his tenure, his previous school was named a California Distinguished School. He has already transformed our Ben Lipson Upper School culture as Dean of Students, building relationships with families, faculty and staff based entirely on our Jewish values.

Named permanent Head of School at Ransom Everglades in June 2023, Rachel Rodriguez takes to heart the school's mission to produce graduates who give more to the community than they take from it. In partnership with other school leaders, Mrs. Rodriguez works to ensure that each student has an unparalleled academic, athletic and artistic experience. After working in the Miami-Dade County Public Schools for 15 years as a teacher, English Department Chair, Exceptional Education Department Co-Chair and Educational Specialist, Mrs. Rodriguez arrived to RE as the Assistant Director of the Middle School in 2005. Two years later, she was named Head of the Middle School, a position she held for the next 14 years.

She worked as an education consultant during the 2021-22 school year, before returning to Ransom Everglades as the Interim Head of School for the 202223 school year. Mrs. Rodriguez earned a Bachelor of Science from Florida International University and a Master of Science from Nova Southeastern University. In 2018, she completed a Certificate in Advanced Education Leadership from Harvard Graduate School of Professional Education. She and her husband have two sons who attended Ransom Everglades, Christopher ’10, and Alec ’14.

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Jason Glick Dean of Students

Wesley Logsdon Assistant Head of School

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We are pleased to introduce Mr. Wesley R. Logsdon, J.D., MS, as our new Assistant Head of School. In his new role, Mr. Logsdon will be working to oversee the high school program.

His extensive education, administration, and leadership background make him a valuable addition to our school's leadership team. Mr. Logsdon holds a Juris Doctor degree from Florida Coastal School of Law and a Master of Science in Administration from Nova Southeastern University. His commitment to continuous learning is evident through his completion of certificate programs such as Project Zero at Harvard Graduate School of Education and Google Education Certified Teacher. With his previous experience as a Principal, Vice Principal, and Dean of Students at Cardinal Newman High School, Mr. Logsdon has proven his ability to shape a vision of academic success for all students and create a climate of engaging education.

Prior to his time at Cardinal Newman High School, Mr. Logsdon served as an Innovation & Technology Integration Specialist, Teacher, and Head Varsity Coach at The Benjamin School. His innovative practices and leadership in technology integration have helped shape the school's curriculum and apply forward-thinking education approaches. Additionally, his involvement in strategic planning and his role as a mentor have contributed to the school's success in providing students with real-world learning experiences.

We are confident that Mr. Logsdon's passion for education, commitment to student success, and collaborative leadership style will greatly benefit our program. His expertise and experience will undoubtedly contribute to the overall growth and development of our students.

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Oxbridge Academy has named Jason Glick as its new Dean of Students. Glick comes to Oxbridge with a vast array of experience in education, most recently serving as the Director of Student Life and Experiential Education and Assistant Upper School Dean at St. Andrews School in Boca Raton. In addition to his administrative experience at St. Andrews, Glick has held several posts including teacher, musical director, and Chief Innovation Officer. Glick holds a B.A. in both English and Environmental Studies from the University of Pennsylvania and a Master’s in education (Ed.M.) from Harvard University. "Jason has all the qualities Oxbridge needs in a Dean of Students,” says Head of School, Dr. Ralph Maurer. “He has a deep understanding of independent school culture and a passion for building school spirit and tradition.

He is also a relentlessly positive person who prioritizes building relationships and developing trust."

At Oxbridge, Glick will oversee a wide range of responsibilities that include promoting high standards and expectations for academic performance; supervising student government and school clubs; managing student life activities and school-wide events and maintaining student discipline. Glick looks forward to implementing his vision as Dean of Students.

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Marco Cirillo

Head of Middle School

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Marco Cirillo was appointed as Head of Middle School in July 2023. Mr. Cirillo comes to St. Mark’s from Fisher Island Day School in Miami Beach, Florida, where he served as the Assistant Head of School.

Prior to that, he was the Middle School Principal at Brauser Maimonides Academy in Fort Lauderdale and the high school Division Head at the British International School in Houston, Texas, and in Boston, Massachusetts. Mr. Cirillo holds a Post Graduate Degree in Education (PGCE) degree from the University of Middlesex, in London, UK, and Bachelor of Arts degree in Geography and Development Studies from the University of Sussex, in Brighton, UK. Mr. Cirillo looks forward to getting to know the community and building strong relationships to create an exceptional middle school experience for students and is committed to upholding St. Mark’s tradition of excellence in education.

Westminster Christian School

Jannett Lopez HS Assistant Principal

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Westminster appointed Jannett Lopez as high school assistant principal in July 2023.

Lopez joined Westminster in 2020 as a high school social studies teacher and was quickly promoted to director of signature programs and innovations. Lopez designed the framework for Westminster’s signature programs and was instrumental in securing dual enrollment partnerships with local colleges and universities. In 2022, she earned the Teacher of the Year award for her commitment to excellence. Before joining Westminster, she spent nearly 20 years in public and private schools in the classroom and in administrative roles. Lopez earned a master’s degree from Nova Southeastern University and a bachelor’s degree from Florida International University.

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Scheck Hillel Community School

Ms. Dana Gaither Curriculum Specialist

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Dana Gaither was appointed as Curriculum Specialist in July 2023.

Ms. Gaither served as one of St. Mark’s excellent second grade teachers prior to accepting this position. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, a Master of Arts in Education, as well as an Educational Specialist degree in Curriculum and Instruction. In her new position, Ms. Gaither will work with the entire faculty and students in grades PK-8th. Along with an exceptional skill set, Ms. Gaither brings excitement, joy and gratitude to all she does. Her work with teachers includes, but is not limited to, staff development and presenting at Florida Council of Independent Schools and National Council of Teachers of Mathematics’ conferences.

Previously, Ms. Gaither taught for 22 years in grades K-5th. Ms. Gaither looks forward to serving more teachers, students and families in this role and helping St. Mark’s to achieve at its highest potential.

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Libbie Zimmer Director of Lower School

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Mrs. Libbie Zimmer is joining Scheck Hillel Community School as Director of our Juda and Maria Diener Lower School to lead KindergartenGrade 5. Mrs. Zimmer brings a wealth of experience and fresh perspectives from Sanford School in Delaware, where she served as Head of Lower School for the past 13 years. With almost 30 years in education, she is poised to inspire exciting growth among our students and staff.

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Learning and Literacy Series

Health Literacy I

t’s been said that “the greatest wealth is health.” Most of us take it for granted until we experience health issues ourselves. Over time, we become aware of the priceless gift of good health and learn to appreciate it more.

Many of us feel some level of regret, wondering what we could have done differently to prevent certain diseases or discomforts.

You are not alone. Limited health literacy is a national issue, which can result in preventable diseases, more visits to the hospital, and higher healthcare costs.

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Although many health issues are outside of our control, some can be averted, such as stretching and warming up to prevent injury while working out. Health issues tend to follow the snowball effect, starting as seemingly insignificant discomforts and slowly building up into an avalanche if unmanaged.

The good news is that health literacy information is on the rise so that we can educate the younger generations on how to care for themselves, along with taking better care of ourselves.

What is Health Literacy?

The CDC defines personal health literacy as “the degree to which individuals have the ability to find, understand, and use information and services to inform health-related decisions and actions for themselves and others.”

The most recent study on this topic was conducted in 2003 by the National Assessment of Adult Literacy (NAAL), which assessed the health literacy of U.S. adults. The 4 literacy levels defined by the NAAL were below basic, basic, intermediate, and proficient. Basic/ below basic skills include knowing what is permissible to consume before a health exam based on instructions given. Intermediate skills include determining when to take a prescribed medicine in relation to eating time.

Lastly, proficient skills include navigating the health care system. The results of the study were astounding. Only 12 percent of the participants had proficient skills, 53 percent had intermediate skills, and 36 percent had below basic/basic. In general, the health literacy level increased as the educational level increased. The solution is clear - parents need to educate and implement these skills at home.

Why is health literacy important?

According to the study's findings, there is a significant correlation between low health literacy and poor health, leading to an

increase in preventable hospital visits. Another notable study conducted by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research focused on Oral Health. The study revealed concerning statistics, indicating that over 50 percent of children aged 5 to 9 have at least one cavity or filling, and this percentage rises to 78 percent among 17-year-olds. Cavities, which are preventable, were found to be the most prevalent chronic childhood disease.

Cavities were found to be five times more common than asthma.

How can we teach health literacy skills at home for all ages?

Encourage good hygiene habits with your morning and evening routine. Make it a fun and essential part of your everyday routine to brush your teeth. Kids should start brushing their teeth as soon as their first tooth erupts.

Brushing teeth twice a day for 2 minutes is vital. It is even more critical to brush your teeth before bed, as cavities tend to form overnight.

Flossing daily is important as well as brushing cannot reach in between the teeth. One great way to establish the flossing habit for kids is to use floss sticks that come in different colors.

As kids reach adolescence, consider adding deodorant as part of their daily routine.

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Have your kids schedule their doctor’s appointments. Have your kids call the doctor’s office to make an appointment to make them more engaged. You can guide them with how to call, what to mention, and the date/time to make the appointment. Adolescents can manage their insurance cards and learn the basics about their health insurance coverage. It would also be helpful for them to write down a list of questions they have for the doctor to have a sense of agency over their health. A general guideline is to visit the dentist 1-2 times a year (starting at age 1) and your primary doctor once a year.

Another important lesson to teach them is to get a second opinion when needed.

If something doesn’t make sense, visit a different doctor for a new perspective. More information can be helpful when making an informed decision about your health.

Eat the rainbow and learn about nutrition.

Challenge your family to eat the rainbow.

This means that you aim to add foods of different colors and varieties into your meals and snacks so that you can guarantee a good variety of nutrients and vitamins. Knowing what each color group helps with can also make it more appealing to include these in

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your meals. For example, Carrots (and other orange vegetables) are rich in beta carotene, which the human body converts into Vitamin A, helpful in improving eye health. Leafy greens, including spinach, are considered “brain food”, packed with Vitamin K, lutein, folate, and beta carotene. They are linked with slowing down cognitive decline.

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Implement wellness daily habits for both mental and physical health. Physical health refers to your body's well-being, taking into account your absence of disease to fitness level. Practical ways to strengthen your physical health include washing hands, coughing into your elbow or tissue, getting exercise, spending time outdoors, and sleeping adequately. You can turn exercise into a family activity by walking together after dinner.

In addition to prioritizing physical health, mental health is essential. Carving out quiet time to pray, meditate or read, if even 5 minutes a day, can benefit your mental health. The key is minimizing moments of screen time when possible, such as before bed and during mealtimes.

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As parents, we hope to raise future adults who can take good care of themselves and their families.

The best way for kids to learn any skill is to have it modeled at home. Caring for yourself not only impacts you but those around you. If you are rested, joyful, and healthy, you will likely be the best version of yourself.

Our days consist of tiny decisions that significantly impact our lives. Arming our kids with selfconfidence and resourcefulness will help them gain autonomy over their health. Making the one seemingly small decision to teach your kids about health literacy will significantly benefit them in the long run.

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