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Leadership.......................................................................................................................................4
Our Programs & Definition of Terms.................................................................................6
Magnet Transportation............................................................................................................10
Getting Started............................................................................................................................12
VISION Every student is inspired and prepared for success in college or a career, and life.
Elementary Schools...................................................................................................................13
MISSION To provide educational excellence in every school, in every classroom, for every student, every day.
Middle Schools.............................................................................................................................29
CORE VALUES
High Schools.................................................................................................................................37
Excellence
We expect the highest standards throughout our organization from the School Board and Superintendent to the student.
Career and Technical Education..........................................................................................44
Integrity
We foster positive relationships based on mutual respect, transparency, honesty, and the consistent demonstration of actions. ESE & Alternative Schools......................................................................................................45
Innovation Charter Schools..........................................................................................................................46
We create dynamic systems and processes that solve problems and overcome challenges.

Equity Gifted and Academically Talented ....................................................................................47


We promote an environment that ensures equal opportunity, honors differences, and values diversity.
Visual & Performing Arts.......................................................................................................48
Collaboration
We are a community of individuals who share a collective responsibility to achieve our common mission. How to Apply to a Magnet School...................................................................................50
Priorities for the Magnet Lottery........................................................................................52
How to Apply to a Choice School....................................................................................54
Important Numbers Exceptions and Special Programs.......................................................................................56
General Information/Switchboard (904) 390-2000 (904-SCHOOLS) Pupil Assignment (904) 390-2144 Reminders & Helpful Facts....................................................................................................57
Academic Services (904) 390-2128 Safe & Drug Free Schools Program (904) 390-2131
Athletics (904) 858-6142 School Police Dept. (904) 858-6100
Board Office (904) 390-2885 Regional Superintendents (Elementary, Middle, High Schools) (904) 348-5306 Considerations...........................................................................................................................58
Bully Hot-line (904) 390-CALL (2255) School Social Work Services (904) 390-2094
Career Academies/Technical Education (904) 390-2662 Student Discipline (904) 390-2146
Charter Schools (904) 390-2039 Student Services (904) 390-2081 Important Dates.....................................................................................................Back Cover
Chartwells/Thompson Food Service (904) 732-5117 Summer Programs (904) 390-2128
Communications (904) 390-2126 Superintendent’s Office (904) 390-2115
Curriculum & Instruction (904) 390-2377 TEAM UP Program (904) 739-4868
District Fraud Hot-line (904) 858-3550 Technology (904) 348-7100
Dropout Prevention/Multiple Pathways (904) 390-2691 Testing (904) 348-7850
Duval Teachers United (904) 396-4063 Title I (No Child Left Behind) (904) 390-2123
Duval Transformation Office (904) 390-2675 Transportation (904) 858-6200
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Exceptional Education
Family & Community Engagement
(904) 390-2202
(904) 348-7800
(904) 390-2960
Visual & Performing Arts
Voluntary PreK
Volunteer Services
(904) 855-3349
(904) 390-2668
(904) 390-2960
Follow us...
Guidance (904) 390-2090 Wellness (904) 390-2499
Magnet Programs/School Choice (904) 390-2082

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Leadership Parent Assistance

Message To Parents

Discover
Dear Parents and Guardians,

Being your child’s advocate throughout their educational journey is essential to building a foundation for success.
Having a choice in academic programs, and selecting the right school for your child, allows families to take ownership
from their first day of school through graduation. At Duval County Public Schools, we understand families need Duval Schools
options and we are committed to strengthening all schools through improved choice offerings and magnet programs
throughout our district. Explore the Quality of Public Education
In April 2016, the State of Florida passed House Bill 7029 allowing open enrollment at any school regardless of district boundaries.
Duval County Public Schools invites you to explore its schools and great educational programs through a
Beginning with the 2017-2018 school year, parents may choose any Florida public school as long as there is an available seat, the
parent or guardian provides transportation, and the student must not be under an expulsion or suspension order. While some “Discover Duval Schools” tour. During the 90-minute session, participants will:
districts are gearing up for this change, Duval County Public Schools has been prepared for quite some time. We firmly believe
students are inspired for higher achievement when they and their families have the flexibility in choosing a Neighborhood, Magnet, • Explore the campus and tour the school
Choice, Virtual or Charter school, as well as the programs that interest them. • Talk with students and faculty members
• Learn about unique and innovative programs
As you make important school related decisions, use this School Choice Reference Guide, visit our website, attend the annual School • Discuss opportunities to volunteer and/or become a business or faith-based partner
Choice Expo, participate in a Discover Duval session, and schedule a tour to meet the school’s administration team. When you select
a school for your child, be sure to submit your magnet or choice applications by each deadline as listed on the back of this School These tours offer citizens a closer look into the successes and challenges Duval County Public Schools
Choice Reference Guide. face in providing educational excellence in every school, in every classroom, for every student, and everday.
As with each school year, we look forward to 2017-2018 as an opportunity to better serve all students and families.
For more information on future tours, visit www.discoverduval.com or www.duvalschools.org or contact the Duval County Public
Sincerely, Schools Department of Family and Community Engagement at (904) 390-2960 or FACE@duvalschools.org.

Dr. Nikolai P. Vitti, Superintendent


Duval County Public Schools

Duval County School Board

Students Have Teachers. Parents and Guardians Have The Parent Academy
The Parent Academy is a free family resource that offers courses for parents, caregivers, and community members to empower and
better support students academically, and navigate the school system! Courses are offered in three strands:
Cheryl Grymes Scott Shine Ashley Smith Juarez Paula D. Wright
District 1 District 2 Vice-Chairman, District 3 Chairman, District 4 • Student Achievement – academic support and services
grymesc@duvalschools.org shinef@duvalschools.org juareza1@duvalschools.org wrightp@duvalschools.org • Parenting & Advocacy – parenting skills and advocacy tools
• Personal & Individual Growth – personally and professional improvement

Through this program parents become stronger advocates, know where to get homework assistance and resources, understand
services and opportunities for students with disabilities and are ready to guide their child through graduation. Childcare, food, and
giveaways are provided at select courses.

Warren Jones Becki Couch Lori Hershey Register for a course today!
District 5 District 6 District 7
jonesw2@duvalschools.org couchr@duvalschools.org hersheyl@duvalschools.org For more information or to view the current course-catalog visit www.duvalschools.org/ParentAcademy, email
ParentAcademy@duvalschools.org or call (904) 390-2960.

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Our Programs
Magnet Programs Choice Programs
What are magnet programs? How do I get an application? What is a Choice School? How do I apply for a High School Acceleration Program?
Magnet programs offer a theme or focus that is designed to Each student currently enrolled in a Duval County Public School All elementary, middle and high schools offer one or more High School Acceleration Programs are designed to serve their own
give students an opportunity to explore a special interest, in Grades Pre-K – 10 will have a preprinted application available “special programs” designed to attract students to the school. neighborhood students first. Schools that have space after serving
gift, talent or skill. A magnet school may feature one or more through the Focus Parent Site in early January. Additionally, the neighborhood population may open seats for students from
magnet programs. applications are available at the School Choice Office, located in Why are all schools Choice Schools? outside the attendance area. High School Acceleration Programs
the district administration building at 1701 Prudential Drive and at The District has established innovative programs and offerings in have admission criteria and applications are submitted directly to
Why do we have magnet programs? our website, www.duvalschools.org. neighborhood schools, making them good options for students. the High School Acceleration Programs Office. Applications are
Magnet programs were started during the 1991-1992 school You may also apply online by visiting Focus in the OneView Parent rank ordered and placement is offered to the most highly qualified
year as a voluntary desegregation plan. Today, Duval County’s Site. You may submit a paper or electronic application to the Are there any exceptions? students. Students accepted into a High School Acceleration
magnet programs are the centerpiece of the District’s School School Choice Office on or before February 28, 2017. Yes; dedicated magnet schools are considered magnet schools. Program from outside the attendance area must also submit a
Choice Program and promote diversity in our schools. Special Transfer Option application.
Is a magnet school better than the non-magnet school Do the Choice Schools offer a special program or theme?
What is a dedicated magnet school? that is close to my home? Yes; each Choice School offers something unique. There are What is a Charter School?
A dedicated magnet school does not have a set boundary. All No. Magnet Programs offer something unique, but they are not Choice Schools with a Career Academy; Choice Schools with an Charter Schools are public schools that operate on a performance
students who attend the school apply for acceptance strictly designed to be better than any other school in the District. Acceleration Program; Choice Schools with a Special Program; contract with the District and are an expanded school choice
through the magnet lottery. Students who live in the former and there are Choice Schools with a Magnet Program. option for students. Charter Schools are excluded from many of
attendance area of a dedicated magnet school receive first Am I guaranteed to get in if I apply? the regulations that govern traditional public schools, but they are
preference for admission. Unfortunately, there are no guarantees. Admission is determined How do I apply for a Choice Program? held accountable for academic results and financial solvency.
by a lottery that is based on the number of openings and the A Special Transfer Option application is used for most non-
What is a non-dedicated magnet school? number of applications received for a school or program. magnet “Choice Programs.” The exceptions include charter What is a Career Academy?
A non-dedicated magnet school, also known as a magnet schools and the High School Acceleration Programs. You may A Career Academy is a “school within a school” program that
school, offers a specialized program or theme to attract Can anyone apply to a magnet school? submit a Special Transfer Option application to the School features a family-like atmosphere, integration of academic and
students from outside of their neighborhood school. Yes! With very few exceptions, all of Duval County’s magnet Choice Office on or before May 15, 2017. career-related curricula, and the involvement of employers in a
Students must apply, and acceptance is based on the lottery programs are “open admissions.” This means that all students may variety of roles. The academic coursework is coordinated with a
application process and seat availability. apply and have a chance to be selected through the magnet lottery. Am I guaranteed to get in if I apply? career focus and is served by a small group of teachers who work
No; just like the magnet programs, there is a lottery based on as a team to plan and manage the program.
When do I have to decide? the number of openings versus the number of applicants for
The application season is January and February with each grade level. Schools that are over-utilized cannot open What is a Middle School Acceleration Program?
applications due on Tuesday, February 28, 2017. seats for applications from outside the school’s attendance area. A Middle School Acceleration Program is a middle school version
Applications received by the deadline are processed in the of the High School Acceleration Programs – such as International
magnet lottery. Applications received after the deadline are Is there transportation to a Choice School? Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP), Cambridge
placed if and when space becomes available. You do not No; parents are responsible for transportation to and from Secondary 1 or Early High School.
receive special consideration for submission of an application a Choice School for a student who does not live within the
before the deadline. attendance boundary of the Choice School. What is a Choice School with a Magnet Theme?
A Choice School with a magnet theme is the new way of referring
Do I need to attend my neighborhood or zoned to a non-dedicated magnet elementary, middle or high school.
boundary school? The magnet theme is still in place at these schools.
No; students may apply to any school outside of their
designated boundary that offers dedicated or non-dedicated
magnet or choice programs. Acceptance is not guaranteed as
the lottery application process and school utilization determine
program availability.

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Definition of Terms

A career academy is a school based, “school within a school,” business-driven model that A lottery is the process used to select students for a magnet school and a choice school
Career Academy integrates academic and career-related curricula with a small group of teachers who work as
Lottery as well as for a charter school when the number of applications exceeds the number of
a team to plan and manage the program. available openings. The lottery for choice schools is called the “Special Transfer Option”
lottery.
A charter school is a public school that operates on a contract or “charter” with the Duval
Charter School County School Board. Charter schools are excluded from many of the regulations that A magnet program is a specialized theme that allows students to explore a special talent,
govern traditional public schools but are accountable for academic progress and sound fiscal Magnet Program skill, gift or interest. A magnet school can offer one or more magnet programs or themes.
practices.
A magnet school, also known as a non-dedicated magnet school, offers a specialized
A choice program is a special program that allows students to participate in an educational Magnet School program or theme that is designed to attract students from other schools for the purpose
Choice Program opportunity that is not available in their neighborhood school. Choice programs also serve (Non-Dedicated Magnet School) of promoting or maintaining a diverse student population in all schools. Students apply to
students who reside in the attendance area of a choice school. attend a magnet school that is not their neighborhood school.

A choice school offers a special program designed to offer educational and vocational A magnet student is a student who attends a school that is not his/her neighborhood school
Choice School options in education for students. Students apply to attend a choice school that is not the Magnet Student for the purpose of participating in a magnet program.
neighborhood school.
A neighborhood school has a specified attendance boundary and serves students residing
A choice school with an acceleration program is a school that offers an acceleration within the boundary. Every residence in Duval County has a projected elementary, middle
Choice School with program as its school choice option. A choice school with an acceleration program enrolls Neighborhood School and high school based on the residential address. Some neighborhood schools have a
an Acceleration Program both neighborhood and transfer students. magnet or choice program that serves both the neighborhood students as well as students
who apply to attend the school from outside the specified attendance area.
A choice school with a career academy is a school that offers a career academy as its school
Choice School with choice option. A choice school with a career academy enrolls both neighborhood and A priority is a weight that is used in the magnet lottery and the Special Transfer Option
a Career Academy transfer students.
Priority lottery according to the applicant’s particular situations.

A choice school with a magnet program is a school that offers a magnet program. A choice Some neighborhood schools have a magnet program that operates as a “school within a
Choice School with school with a magnet program enrolls both neighborhood and magnet students. school.” This means that there is a specialized program housed at the school that serves a
a Magnet Program School within a specific group of neighborhood students and magnet students but not the entire student
School Magnet population of the school. These are primarily high school programs. Some “school within a
Choice School with A choice school with a special program is a school that offers a special program as its school school” magnet programs are also career academies.
choice option. A choice school with a special program enrolls both neighborhood and
a Special Program transfer students. Special Program A special program refers to a program that is offered as an attractor by a choice school.

A dedicated magnet school does not have a specified attendance boundary; all students A request for a student to attend a school outside their designated attendance area may be
Dedicated Magnet School apply to attend and are accepted through a lottery that operates on a selection system initiated by the parent/guardian/eligible student (18 years of age or older), or special services
based on choice and priority. All students participate in the magnet program(s). Special Transfers staff. No student is guaranteed assignment to a particular school, and the special transfer
request will be processed through the transfer lottery. Transportation to the school to which
A high school acceleration program offers highly motivated students the opportunity to a student has been transferred is the responsibility of the parent/guardian.
earn college credits while in high school. The District offers AP Honors, Early College,
High School International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP), AP Capstone, and Cambridge Some neighborhood schools that have a magnet program are “whole school magnets.” This
Acceleration Program Secondary 2/AICE. The high school acceleration programs have been strategically placed means that all students who attend the school participate in and benefit from the magnet
in each quadrant of the city so that all high school students have access to one of the four Whole School Magnet program regardless of being a student who lives in the attendance area or a student who
programs. In some high schools, the acceleration program is also a magnet program. comes to the school from outside the attendance area on a magnet assignment. These are
primarily elementary and middle school programs.

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Magnet Transportation
Elementary Schools Zone 1 Zone 3 Schools byy Elementaryy
Elementary schools are divided into seven transportation The Dreams Begin Here: The Next Generation Magnet Schools Mandarin/ Northside
zones. Except for the new magnet programs listed on page 11,
transportation is provided to any elementary student living in
Transportation Pattern provides transportation as follows to: Southside • Biscayne*
Transportation Zones
the same zone that their magnet school is located. Also, some • Dinsmore*
• Southside – from Gilbert attendance area • Bartram Springs Magnet
gnet Schools are
elementary magnet schools provide transportation to students • Beauclerc*
• Garden City*
ed in bold type.
listed
living outside their zones. You will see these schools listed with • Ribault – from Arlington, Fletcher, Kernan, Landmark, • Crown Point*
• Highlands*
the elementary zone maps. The distance to a bus stop can be up Twin Lakes attendance areas • Daniels, R.V. *
• Hull, S.A.*
• King, Martin L.* ools marked with
Schools
to one mile from the residence, or up to one and one-half • Englewood*
• Kite, Henry* an asterisk (*) are
(1 ½) miles if the neighborhood school is used as a bus stop. • Ford, John E.*
• Lake Forest*
• Greeneld* Titlee I Schools.
Some elementary magnet students will transfer at a hub site • New Berlin
• Greenland Pines
(another school) and ride another bus to their magnet school. • North Shore*
The afternoon services may be the reverse. High Schools and Select Middle Schools •

Hendricks Avenue
Hogan Spring Glen*
• Oceanway*
• Pearson, Rutledge*
High schools are not divided into zones. County-wide • Kings Trail*
• Pine Estates*
Woodland Acres Elementary School • Livingston, S.P.*
transportation is provided with a combination of neighborhood • San Mateo
Transportation is provided to students who reside in the • Loretto
following attendance areas: Abess Park, Arlington, Arlington routes, shuttles and Express Routes.* There are some differences • Mandarin Oaks
• Shefeld, Louis

Heights, Don Brewer, Brookview, Fort Caroline, Holiday Hill, in the transportation system that apply to specific schools: • Pine Forest Zone 3 also is served by:
• San Jose* • Axson, J. Allen (Zone 7)
Kernan Trail, Lake Lucina, Lone Star, Love Grove, Merrill Road, • Spring Park* • Brentwood (Zone 2)*
Parkwood Heights, Sabal Palm, Southside Estates, Waterleaf and In the morning, transportation is currently provided to students • Tolbert, Susie E.* • Brown, R. L. (Zone 2)*
Windy Hill. attending Douglas Anderson, Darnell-Cookman, Kirby-Smith, • Twin Lakes • Daniels, R. V. (Zone 1)*
Landon, LaVilla, James W. Johnson, Joseph Stilwell, Young Men’s Zone 1 also is served by:
• Ford, John E. (Zone 1)
Middle Schools Leadership Academy, Young Women’s Leadership Academy, • Brentwood (Zone 2)*
• Robinson, Andrew
(Zone 2)*
Middle Schools are divided into two major transportation zones: Paxon, Frank H. Peterson, Asa Philip Randolph and Stanton on • Brown, R. L. (Zone 2)*
neighborhood buses to the neighborhood high school followed • Robinson, Andrew Zonee 5 Zone 6
(Zone 2)*
• Zone A – Arlington, Fletcher, Gilbert, Kernan, by shuttle service to the magnet school. Students living in the Zone 4 Riverside/ Baldwin (I-10/301)
Landmark, Mayport, Ribault, Southside, Twin Lakes Fletcher High School attendance area will shuttle from a hub at Avondale/Ortega
• Zone B – Baldwin, Jeff Davis, duPont, Highlands, Lake Shore, Fletcher Middle School. Express Route service is provided in the
Westside
Mandarin, Northwestern, Oceanway, Stuart,
Zone 2 (295/I-10)
• Jones, Mamie Agnes*
afternoon. • Bayview*
and Westview Arlington • Biltmore*
Zone 6 also is served by:
• Brentwood (Zone 2)*
• Carver, George, W.* • Cedar Hills*
Bus stops and times are subject to change for the 2017-2018 • Abess Park • Chaffee Trail • Central Riverside*
• Brown, R. L. (Zone 2)*
Transportation is provided to middle school magnet students • Daniels, R. V. (Zone 1)*
school year. To be eligible for transportation, students must • Arlington* • Crystal Springs* • Chimney Lakes*
on Express Routes* as follows to: • Arlington Heights* • Jefferson, Thomas* • Ford, John E. (Zone 1)*
apply to a magnet school by the February 28, 2017 application • Enterprise Learning* • King, Martin Luther (Zone 3)*
• Brentwood* • Mathis, Sallye B.* • Fishweir
• Fort Caroline from Zone A and Zone B deadline. Once accepted, families may view current bus routes • Brewer, Don* • Payne, Rufus E.* • Lake Forest (Zone 3)*
• Gregory Drive*
• Lake Shore – from Zone B at www.duvalschools.org. A Magnet Bus Stop Form can be • Brookview* • Pickett* • Hyde Grove*
• Mathis, Sallye B. (Zone 4)*
• Robinson, Andrew (Zone 2)*
• Highlands – from Zone A and Zone B submitted to the Transportation Department. Stops will be • Brown, R. L.* • Ramona Boulevard* • Hyde Park*
• Fort Caroline* • Reynolds Lane*
• Matthew Gilbert – from Zone A and Zone B added according to guidelines, and submission of form does • Jackson, Stonewall*
• GRASP • St. Clair Evans* • Jacksonville Heights*
not guarantee a stop will be added. For more information • Holiday Hill • Whitehouse* • Morgan, Annie R.*
John E. Ford K-8 – Middle school students are transported regarding transportation, contact the Transportation Department • Kernan Trail • Woodson, Carter G.* • Normandy Village*
according to the elementary zones for this school. at (904) 858-6200. To download a Magnet Bus Stop Form, visit • Lake Lucina* • Ortega* Zone 7
Baldwin Middle/High currently has limited transportation. A
www.duvalschools.org •

Lone Star
Long Branch*
Zone 4 also is served by: • Pinedale* Beaches/
• Stockton, John
shuttle bus is provided to and from Baldwin Middle/High from *Express Routes have limited bus stops and are located at or near • Love Grove*
• Brentwood (Zone 2)*
• Brown, R. L. (Zone 2)* • Tillis, Sadie* Intracoastal
Lee High. Parents are responsible for getting their students to • Love, John* • Timucuan*
a Duval County public school or other public location selected • Daniels, R. V. (Zone1)* • Alimacani
• Merrill Road* • Upson, Ruth*
and from Lee High. by the Transportation Department. The District distance to stop
• Parkwood Heights* • Ford, John E. (Zone 1)* • Atlantic Beach
policy does not apply to Express Routes. Parents or guardians are • Venetia*
• Robinson, Andrew* • King, Martin Luther (Zone 3)* • Axson, J. Allen
responsible for transporting their children to and from bus stops. • West Riverside*
Alfred duPont Middle currently has limited transportation from • Sabal Palm • Robinson, Andrew (Zone 2)*
• Westview* • Chets Creek
the Mandarin Middle, Twin Lakes Middle, Southside Middle and • Southside Estates* • Finegan, Joseph
Matthew Gilbert Middle attendance areas. • Waterleaf • Jacksonville Beach
Zone 5 also is served by:
• Windy Hill* • Mayport
• Brentwood (Zone 2)*
• Neptune Beach
The Coastal Transportation Plan provides limited service to • Woodland Acres* • Brown, R. L. (Zone 2)*
• San Pablo
Mayport Middle School via existing non-neighborhood Express • Daniels, R. V. (Zone 1)*
• Seabreeze
Routes from the Gilbert and Ribault attendance areas and buses Zone 2 also is served by: • Ford, John E. (Zone 1)*
from Fletcher High, Sandalwood High, and Terry Parker High. • Axson, J. Allen (Zone 7) • Jefferson, Thomas (Zone 4) Zone 7 also is served by:
• Lake Forest (Zone 3)* • Brentwood (Zone 2)*
Parents are responsible for getting their students to and from • Daniels, R. V. (Zone 1)*
• Payne, Rufus E. (Zone 4)*
• Ford, John E. (Zone 1)* • Brown, R.L. (Zone 2)*
Terry Parker, Fletcher, and Sandalwood High. • Robinson, Andrew (Zone 2)* • Daniels, R. V. (Zone 1)*
• San Jose (Zone 1)*
• Ford, John E. (Zone 1)*
• Pine Forest (Zone 1)
• Robinson, Andrew (Zone 2)*

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Getting Started
Elementary School
Our elementary schools offer unique courses
of study focusing on students’ special
Identify a grade level. interests, talents and abilities. Programs are

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Elementary School - starts on page 13 available to students under the following
Middle School - starts on page 29 seven themes of study:
High School - starts on page 37

Leadership
Technology
Pick a theme that matches your interest. Arts
From math and science to arts and language immersion, there’s a theme

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Science
for every student’s individual talents and interests. Choosing a theme STEAM/STEM
before you choose a specific school gives your student a better chance at
World Languages
finding – and entering – a program that fits his/her passions.
Academic Acceleration

Choose a school within your theme.

3
Remember, grade levels and theme choices can take precedence over
school locations.

Apply!
Application information for Magnet Schools starts on page 50.
Application information for Choice Schools starts on page 54.

4 Simply complete the application and bring or send it to the following


address:

Duval County Public Schools - School Choice Office


1701 Prudential Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32207

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Elementary School
LEADERSHIP Pickett #205 (Grades K – 6)
A program of study designed to prepare tomorrow’s leaders to be competitive in a global society. An emphasis will be 6305 Old Kings Road North, Jacksonville, FL 32254 |(904) 693-7555
placed on leadership through grade-specific and school-based leadership activities. Choice Program: Leadership and Character Education Academy
Geographic feeder to Jean Ribault MS and Northwestern MS based on residential address
Biltmore #78
2101 Palm Avenue West, Jacksonville, FL 32254 | (904) 693-7569 Ramona Boulevard #79
Choice Program: Leadership Academy 5540 Ramona Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32205 | (904) 693-7576
Geographic feeder to Northwestern MS and Jean Ribault MS based on residential address Choice Program: Leadership and Logistics
Geographic feeder to Lake Shore MS, Jefferson Davis MS, and Northwestern MS based on residential address
Chets Creek #264
13200 Chets Creek Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32224 | (904) 992-6390 Twin Lakes Academy #251
Choice Program: Academic and Arts Leadership Academy 8000 Point Meadows Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32256 | (904) 538-0238
Geographic feeder to Kernan MS and Duncan Fletcher MS based on residential address Choice Program: Leadership and Technology Academy
Geographic feeder to Twin Lakes MS
Hyde Park #77 (Grades 3 – 6)
5300 Park Street, Jacksonville, FL 32205 | (904) 381-3950 Windy Hill #94
Choice Program: Leadership Academy 3831 Forest Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32246 | (904) 565-2700
Geographic feeder to Lake Shore MS Magnet Program: Leadership Through Project-Based Technology
Geographic feeder to Twin Lakes MS and Kernan MS based on residential address
Jones, Mamie Agnes #236 Program continuity for magnet students to Kirby-Smith MS
700 Orange Avenue, Baldwin, FL 32234 | (904) 266-1214
Choice Program: Character Education/Leadership Academy
Geographic feeder to Baldwin Middle/High

Kings Trail #203


SCIENCE
A program of study that gives students the opportunity to build a strong academic foundation with an enriched science
7401 Old Kings Road South, Jacksonville, FL 32217 | (904) 739-5254 experience. Students will learn specifics about various science careers and take part in a “hands-on” approach to Science.
Choice Program: Elementary Leadership Academy This approach will be “tailor made” to fit the individual student’s mission and vision.
Geographic feeder to Alfred duPont MS
Dinsmore #45
Livingston, S. P. Early Learning Center #149 (Grades K – 2) 7126 Civic Club Road, Jacksonville, FL 32219 | (904) 924-3126
1128 Barber Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209 | (904) 630-6580 Magnet Program: Academic Enrichment Through Science
Choice Program: Leadership, Technology and Acceleration (STEM) Geographic feeder to Jean Ribault MS and Highlands MS based on residential address
Geographic feeder to Susie E. Tolbert ES (3-5) Program continuity for magnet students to Kirby-Smith MS

Love, John Early Learning Center #73 (Grades K – 2) Garden City #59
1531 Winthrop Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206 | (904) 630-6790 2814 Dunn Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32218 | (904) 924-3130
Choice Program: Leadership Development Choice Program: Environmental Sciences: Nature
Geographic feeder to Long Branch ES (3-6) Geographic feeder to Highlands MS

Neptune Beach #246 Jackson, Stonewall #234


1515 Florida Boulevard, Neptune Beach, FL 32266 | (904) 247-5954 6127 Cedar Hills Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32210 | (904) 573-1020
Choice Program: Leadership and Academically Talented Choice Program: Academy of Science Acceleration
Geographic feeder to Mayport MS, Duncan Fletcher MS and Landmark MS based on residential address Geographic feeder to J.E.B. Stuart MS

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Elementary School
Mayport #227 Westview #274 (Grades K – 8)
2753 Shangri-La Drive, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 | (904) 247-5988 5270 Connie Jean Road, Jacksonville, FL 32210 | (904) 573-1082
Magnet Program: Coastal Sciences Choice Program: Environmental Studies and Culinary Gardening
Geographic feeder to Mayport MS Geographic feeder to Westview K-8 then to Westside HS and Edward H. White HS based on residential address
Program continuity for magnet students to Mayport MS
Whitehouse #51
North Shore #70 (Grades K – 6) 11160 General Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32220 | (904) 693-7542
5701 Silver Plaza, Jacksonville, FL 32208 | (904) 924-3081 Choice Program: Academy of Science
Magnet Program: Academic Enrichment Through Science (Concentrating on Health, Nutrition and Fitness) Geographic feeder to Jefferson Davis MS, Baldwin Middle/High and Jean Ribault MS based on residential address
Geographic feeder to Northwestern MS and Matthew Gilbert MS based on residential address
Program continuity for magnet students to Jean Ribault MS Woodland Acres #89
328 Bowlan Street, Jacksonville, FL 32211 | (904) 720-1663
Oceanway #270 (Grades K – 6) Magnet Program: Medical Arts
12555 Gillespie Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32218 | (904) 696-8762 Geographic feeder to Arlington MS and Southside MS based on residential address
Choice Program: Academy of Science Program continuity for magnet students to Darnell-Cookman School of the Medical Arts
Geographic feeder to Oceanway MS
Woodson, Carter G. #166
San Pablo #80 2334 Butler Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32209 | (904) 924-3004
801 North 18th Avenue, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 | (904) 247-5947 Magnet Program: Medical Arts
Magnet Program: Academic Enrichment Through Science (Concentrating on Health & Fitness) Geographic feeder to Northwestern MS
Geographic feeder to Duncan Fletcher MS Program continuity for magnet students to Darnell-Cookman School of the Medical Arts
Program continuity for magnet students to Darnell-Cookman School of the Medical Arts

Sheffield, Louis #242


13333 Lanier Road, Jacksonville, FL 32226 | (904) 696-8758 ARTS
Choice Program: Academy of Life Science A program of study that presents a curriculum infused with arts where students can explore a specific arts theme.
Geographic feeder to Oceanway MS
Abess Park #263
Southside Estates #76 12731 Abess Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32225 | (904) 220-1260
9775 Ivey Road, Jacksonville, FL 32246 | (904) 565-2706 Choice Program: Arts at the Park: Infusing Arts with Academics
Choice Program: Academic Enrichment Through Science and Technology Geographic feeder to Landmark MS and Duncan Fletcher MS based on residential address
Geographic feeder to Southside MS, Twin Lakes MS and Kernan MS based on residential address
Arlington #46
St. Clair Evans #124 1201 University Boulevard North, Jacksonville, FL 32211 | (904) 745-4900
5443 Moncrief Road, Jacksonville, FL 32209 | (904) 924-3035 Choice Program: Critical Thinking Through the Arts
Choice Program: Science Academy Geographic feeder to Arlington MS and Landmark MS based on residential address
Geographic feeder to Northwestern MS
Biscayne #269
Venetia #68 12230 Biscayne Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32218 | (904) 714-4650
4300 Timuquana Road, Jacksonville, FL 32210 | (904) 381-3990 Choice Program: Academy of Performing Arts
Magnet Program: Medical Arts Geographic feeder to Highlands MS
Geographic feeder to J.E.B. Stuart MS and Lake Shore MS based on residential address
Program continuity for magnet students to Darnell-Cookman School of the Medical Arts

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Elementary School
Brentwood #15 Long Branch #106 (Grades 3 – 6)
3750 Springfield Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32206 | (904) 630-6630 3723 Franklin Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206 | (904) 630-6620
Magnet Program: Visual and Performing Arts Choice Program: Visual and Performing Arts with Technology
Geographic feeder to Northwestern MS Geographic feeder to Matthew Gilbert MS
Program continuity for magnet students to LaVilla School of the Arts and Fort Caroline MS
Morgan, Annie R. #21
Brookview #206 964 Saint Clair Street, Jacksonville, FL 32254 | (904) 381-3970
10450 Theresa Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32246 | (904) 565-2720 Choice Program: Leadership and Performing Arts
Choice Program: Arts and Early Middle School Geographic feeder to Northwestern MS
Geographic feeder to Kernan MS and Landmark MS based on residential address
Pine Forest #159
Finegan, Joseph #247 3929 Grant Road, Jacksonville, FL 32207 | (904) 346-5600
555 Wonderwood Drive, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 | (904) 247-5996 Dedicated Magnet: Visual and Performing Arts
Choice Program: Integrating the Arts Program continuity for magnet students to LaVilla School of the Arts and Fort Caroline MS
Geographic feeder to Mayport MS
Sabal Palm #239
Fishweir #20 1201 Kernan Boulevard North, Jacksonville, FL 32225 |(904) 221-7169
3977 Herschel Street, Jacksonville, FL 32205 | (904) 381-3910 Choice Program: Arts Academy (Music)
Magnet Program: Visual and Performing Arts Geographic feeder to Landmark MS
Geographic feeder to Lake Shore MS
Program continuity for magnet students to LaVilla School of the Arts and Fort Caroline MS Seabreeze #225
1400 Seabreeze Avenue, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 | (904) 247-5900
Greenland Pines #249 Choice Program: Academy of Arts and Sciences
5050 Greenland Road, Jacksonville, FL 32258 | (904) 260-5450 Geographic feeder to Duncan Fletcher MS
Choice Program: Instrumental Arts
Geographic feeder to Twin Lakes MS

King, Martin Luther #220 TECHNOLOGY


8801 Lake Placid Drive East, Jacksonville, FL 32208 | (904) 924-3027 A program of study where technology is incorporated into every aspect of daily instruction. All students integrate the use
Magnet Program: FAME (Foreign Language, Academics, Music Enrichment) of various technologies into a final capstone project.
Geographic feeder to Jean Ribault MS
Program continuity for magnet students to LaVilla School of the Arts and Fort Caroline MS Bayview #84 (Grades K – 6)
3257 Lake Shore Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32210 | (904) 381-3920
Lake Forest #74 Choice Program: Academy of Science, Technology & Leadership
901 Kennard Street, Jacksonville, FL 32208 | (904) 924-3024 Geographic feeder to Lake Shore MS
Magnet Program: Visual and Performing Arts
Geographic feeder to Northwestern MS and Jean Ribault MS based on residential address Chaffee Trail #142
Program continuity for magnet students to LaVilla School of the Arts and Fort Caroline MS 11400 Sam Caruso Way, Jacksonville, FL 32221 | (904) 693-7510
Choice Program: Information Technology - Communications
Lake Lucina #85 Geographic feeder to Jefferson Davis MS and Baldwin Middle/High based on residential address
6527 Merrill Road, Jacksonville, FL 32277 | (904) 745-4916
Choice Program: Arts Academy
Geographic feeder to Landmark MS and Arlington MS based on residential address

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Elementary School
Crown Point #245 New Berlin #150
3800 Crown Point Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257 | (904) 260-5808 3613 New Berlin Road, Jacksonville, FL 32226 | (904) 714-4601
Choice Program: Television Production Choice Program: Technology Academy
Geographic feeder to Mandarin MS and Alfred duPont MS based on residential address Geographic feeder to Oceanway MS

Crystal Springs #226 Upson, Ruth N. #19


1200 Hammond Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32221 |(904) 693-7645 1090 Dancy Street, Jacksonville, FL 32205 | (904) 381-7485
Magnet Program: FUNdamental Academy of Business and Entrepreneurship Choice Program: Arts and Digital Media
Geographic feeder to Jefferson Davis MS Geographic feeder to Lake Shore MS and Northwestern MS based on residential address
Program continuity for magnet students to Matthew Gilbert MS
Waterleaf #160
Englewood #87 450 Kernan Boulevard North, Jacksonville, FL 32225 | (904) 565-8000
4359 Spring Park Road, Jacksonville, FL 32207 | (904) 739-5280 Choice Program: Honors Technology Academy
Magnet Program: Academic Enrichment Through Literacy and Technology Geographic feeder to Landmark MS and Kernan MS based on residential address
Geographic feeder to Southside MS
Program continuity for magnet students to Kirby-Smith MS and Jean Ribault MS

Enterprise Learning Academy #255 STEAM / STEM


8085 Old Middleburg Road, Jacksonville, FL 32222 |(904) 573-3260 A program of study where schools use an interdisciplinary approach that blends Science, Technology, Engineering,
Choice Program: Project-Based Technology (Digital Media) Mathematics and/or the Arts to teach students to think critically and logically in order to solve complex problems.
Geographic feeder to Jefferson Davis MS
Arlington Heights #240
Hull, Samuel A. #169 1520 Sprinkle Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32211 | (904) 745-4923
7528 Hull Street, Jacksonville, FL 32219 | (904) 924-3136 Choice Program: STEAM
Choice Program: Broadcasting and Production Technology Geographic feeder to Arlington MS and Landmark MS based on residential address
Geographic feeder to Jean Ribault MS and Northwestern MS based on residential address
Greenfield #222
Hyde Grove Early Learning Center #214 (Grades K – 2) 6343 Knights Lane North, Jacksonville, FL 32216 | (904) 739-5249
2056 Lane Avenue South, Jacksonville, FL 32210 | (904) 693-7562 Magnet Program: Math, Science, Pre-Engineering (STEM)
Choice Program: Academies of Technology and STEAM Geographic feeder to Southside MS
Geographic feeder to Hyde Park ES (3-6) Program continuity for magnet students to Kirby-Smith MS

Jacksonville Heights #229 Gregory Drive # 243


7750 Tempest Street South, Jacksonville, FL 32244 | (904) 573-1120 7800 Gregory Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32210 | (904) 573-1190
Choice Program: Project-Based Technology (Adobe Photoshop / Microsoft Office) Choice Program: Academy of Math, Science and Technology
Geographic feeder to Jefferson Davis MS Geographic feeder to Jefferson Davis MS

Loretto #30 Kernan Trail #231


3900 Loretto Road, Jacksonville, FL 32223 | (904) 260-5800 2281 Kernan Boulevard South, Jacksonville, FL 32246 | (904) 220-1310
Magnet Program: Technology Choice Program: STEAM
Geographic feeder to Mandarin MS Geographic feeder to Kernan MS
Program continuity for magnet students to Kirby-Smith MS

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Elementary School
Lone Star #233 Timucuan #98
10400 Lone Star Road, Jacksonville, FL 32225 | (904) 565-2711 5429 110th Street, Jacksonville, FL 32244 | (904) 573-1130
Magnet Program: Math, Science and Technology Choice Program: STEAM Leadership Academy
Geographic feeder to Arlington MS and Landmark MS based on residential address Geographic feeder to J.E.B. Stuart MS
Program continuity for magnet students to Kirby-Smith MS
Tolbert, Susie E. #128 (Grades 3 – 5)
Love Grove #82 1925 West 13th Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209 | (904) 630-6860
2446 University Boulevard South, Jacksonville, FL 32216 | (904) 720-1645 Magnet Program: Math, Science and Pre-Engineering (STEM)
Choice Program: STEAM Geographic feeder to Northwestern MS
Geographic feeder to Southside MS and Arlington MS based on residential address Program continuity for magnet students to Kirby Smith MS

Mathis, Sallye B. #91


3501 Winton Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32208 | (904) 924-3086
Magnet Program: Math, Science and Pre-Engineering (STEM) WORLD LANGUAGES
Geographic feeder to Jean Ribault MS A program of study where students gain exposure to a world language. An emphasis is placed on grade level specific skills
Program continuity for magnet students to Kirby-Smith MS and content.

Pine Estates #250 Beauclerc #230


10741 Pine Estates Road East, Jacksonville, FL 32218 | (904) 696-8767 4555 Craven Road West, Jacksonville, FL 32257 | (904) 739-5226
Choice Program: STEAM Choice Program: Dual Language - Spanish
Geographic feeder to Highlands MS Geographic feeder to Southside MS, Alfred duPont MS and Twin Lakes MS based on residential address

Pinedale #93 (Grades K – 6) Chimney Lakes #232


4229 Edison Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32254 | (904) 381-7490 9353 Staples Mill Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32244 | (904) 573-1100
Magnet Program: Math, Science and Pre-Engineering (STEM) Magnet Program: International Studies
Geographic feeder to Lake Shore MS and Northwestern MS based on residential address Geographic feeder Jefferson Davis MS
Program continuity for magnet students to Kirby-Smith MS Program continuity for magnet students to Lake Shore MS, Fort Caroline MS, Southside MS and Alfred duPont MS

Robinson, Andrew #262 Fort Caroline #235


101 West 12th Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206 | (904) 630-6550 3925 Athore Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32277 | (904) 745-4904
Magnet Program: Math, Science and Pre-Engineering (STEM) Choice Program: World Language - Spanish
Geographic feeder to Matthew Gilbert MS Geographic feeder to Arlington MS
Program continuity for magnet students to Kirby-Smith MS
Hendricks Avenue #71
Stockton, John #88 3400 Hendricks Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32207 | (904) 346-5610
4827 Carlisle Road, Jacksonville, FL 32210 | (904) 381-3955 Choice Program: French Academy
Magnet Program: Math, Science and Technology Geographic feeder to Alfred duPont MS
Geographic feeder to Lake Shore MS and J.E.B. Stuart MS based on residential address
Program continuity for magnet students to Kirby-Smith MS Hogan-Spring Glen #64
Choice Program: International Studies with Global Understanding
Tillis, Sadie T. #116 6736 Beach Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32216 | (904) 720-1640
6084 Morse Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32244 | (904) 573-1090 Geographic feeder to Arlington MS, Southside MS and Twin Lakes MS based on residential address
Choice Program: Academy of Math, Science and Technology
Geographic feeder to J.E.B Stuart MS and Jefferson Davis MS based on residential address

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Elementary School
Chimney Lakes #232

Kite, Henry F. #37 Atlantic Beach #65


9430 Lem Turner Road, Jacksonville, FL 32208 | (904) 924-3031 298 Sherry Drive, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 | (904) 247-5924
Magnet Program: International Studies Choice Program: Academy of Accelerated Learning and Leadership
Geographic feeder to Jean Ribault MS Geographic feeder to Mayport MS
Program continuity for magnet students to Lake Shore MS, Fort Caroline MS, Southside MS, and Alfred duPont MS
Axson, J. Allen #141
Parkwood Heights #308 4763 Sutton Park Court, Jacksonville, FL 32224 | (904) 992-3600
1709 Lansdowne Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32211 | (904) 720-1670 Dedicated Magnet: Montessori
Choice Program: International Studies - Spanish Program continuity for magnet students to John E. Ford K-8
Geographic feeder to Arlington MS and Landmark MS based on residential address
Bartram Springs #161
Reynolds Lane #202 14799 Bartram Springs Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32258 | (904) 260-5860
840 Reynolds Lane, Jacksonville, FL 32254 | (904) 381-3960 Choice Program: Academy of Academic Enrichment
Choice Program: World Language - Spanish Geographic feeder to Twin Lakes MS
Geographic feeder to Jean Ribault MS and Northwestern MS based on residential address
Brewer, Don #217 (Grades 3 – 5)
San Jose #83 3385 Hartsfield Road, Jacksonville, FL 32277 | (904) 745-4990
5805 St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL 32207 | (904) 739-5260 Choice Program: Acceleration in Mathematics
Magnet Program: Dual Language - Spanish Geographic feeder to Arlington MS and Landmark MS based on residential address
Geographic feeder to Alfred duPont MS
Program continuity for magnet students to Lake Shore MS, Fort Caroline MS, Southside MS and Alfred duPont MS Brown, Richard Lewis #58
1535 Milnor Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206 | (904) 630-6570
West Riverside #12 Dedicated Magnet: IB/STEM – Gifted and Academically Talented
2801 Herschel Street, Jacksonville, FL 32205 | (904) 381-3900 Program continuity for magnet students to James Weldon Johnson MS, Julia Landon MS and Darnell-Cookman School of the
Magnet Program: Dual Language - Spanish Medical Arts
Geographic feeder to Lake Shore MS
Program continuity for magnet students to Lake Shore MS, Fort Caroline MS, Southside MS and Alfred duPont MS Carver, George W. #158 (Grades K – 6)
2854 West 45th Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209 | (904) 924-3122
Choice Program: F.A.S.T. (Foundational AVID Strategies Today) Academy
Geographic feeder to Northwestern MS

ACCELERATION Cedar Hills #97


A program of study that enhances academic growth through challenging and stimulating learning experiences by identifying 6534 Ish Brant Road, Jacksonville, FL 32210 | (904) 573-1050
and building on the individual strengths of each student. This theme is “tailor made” to fit the individual school’s mission Choice Program: AVID Strategies
and vision. Geographic feeder to J.E.B Stuart MS and Jefferson Davis MS based on residential address

Alimacani #257 Central Riverside #18


2051 San Pablo Road, Jacksonville, FL 32224 | (904) 221-7101 2555 Gilmore Street, Jacksonville, FL 32204 | (904) 381-7495
Choice Program: Gifted, Talented and Leadership Magnet Program: Gifted and Academically Talented
Geographic feeder to Duncan Fletcher MS and Kernan MS based on residential address Geographic feeder to Northwestern MS
Program continuity for magnet students to James Weldon Johnson MS, Julia Landon MS and Darnell-Cookman School of the
Medical Arts

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Elementary School
Daniels, R.V. #162 Mandarin Oaks #258
1951 West 15th Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209 | (904) 630-6872 10600 Hornets Nest Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257 | (904) 260-5820
Dedicated Magnet: Gifted and Academically Talented Choice Program: Accelerated Learning Academy
Program continuity for magnet students to James Weldon Johnson MS, Julia Landon MS and Darnell-Cookman School of the Geographic feeder to Mandarin MS, Twin Lakes MS and Alfred duPont MS based on residential address
Medical Arts
Merrill Road #228 (Grades K – 2)
Ford, John E. #154 (Grades K – 8) 8239 Merrill Road, Jacksonville, FL 32277 | (904) 745-4919
1137 Cleveland Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209 | (904) 630-6540 Choice Program: Pre-International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) - Spanish
Magnet Program: Montessori; Spanish Montessori Geographic feeder to Don Brewer ES (3-5)
Geographic feeder to Matthew Gilbert MS and Northwestern MS then to William M. Raines based on residential address
Tiered continuity for magnet students applying to 9th grade at Paxon School for Advanced Studies Normandy Village #221
8257 Herlong Road, Jacksonville, FL 32210 | (904) 693-7548
GRASP Academy #27 (Grades 2 – 8) Choice Program: Montessori Academy
3101 Justina Road, Jacksonville, FL 32277 | (904) 745-4909 Geographic feeder to Jefferson Davis MS
Choice Program: A specialized school to support dyslexic learners and those who show characteristics of dyslexia.
District-wide transportation will be provided Ortega #16
4010 Baltic Street, Jacksonville, FL 32210 | (904) 381-7460
Highlands #99 Magnet Program: Museum Studies
1000 dePaul Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32218 | (904) 696-8754 Geographic feeder to J.E.B. Stuart MS and Lake Shore MS based on residential address
Choice Program: Acceleration in Mathematics Program continuity for magnet students to Lake Shore MS, Fort Caroline MS and Southside MS
Geographic feeder to Highlands MS
Payne, Rufus E. #163
Holiday Hill #209 6725 Hema Road, Jacksonville, FL 32209 | (904) 924-3020
6900 Altama Road, Jacksonville, FL 32216 | (904) 720-1676 Magnet Program: International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) - Chinese
Magnet Program: Gifted and Academically Talented / Leadership Geographic feeder to Northwestern MS and Jean Ribault MS based on residential address
Geographic feeder to Arlington MS and Southside MS based on residential address Program continuity for magnet students to Lake Shore MS, Fort Caroline MS and Southside MS
Program continuity for magnet students to James Weldon Johnson MS, Julia Landon MS and Darnell-Cookman School of the
Medical Arts Pearson, Rutledge H. #95 (Grades K – 6)
4346 Roanoke Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32208 | (904) 924.-3077
Jacksonville Beach #144 Choice Program: Accelerated Academic Academy
315 South 10th Street, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 | (904) 247-5942 Geographic feeder to Jean Ribault MS
Dedicated Magnet: Gifted and Academically Talented
Program continuity for magnet students to James Weldon Johnson MS, Julia Landon MS and Darnell-Cookman School of the San Mateo #218
Medical Arts 600 Baisden Road, Jacksonville, FL 32218 | (904) 696-8750
Magnet Program: Accelerated Academy of Learning
Jefferson, Thomas #48 Geographic feeder to Oceanway MS
8233 Nevada Street, Jacksonville, FL 32220 | (904) 693-7500 Program continuity for magnet students to James Weldon Johnson MS, Julia Landon MS and Darnell-Cookman School of the
Magnet Program: Multiple Intelligences Medical Arts
Geographic feeder to Jefferson Davis MS, Highlands MS and Jean Ribault MS based on residential address
Program continuity for magnet students to James Weldon Johnson MS, Julia Landon MS and Darnell-Cookman School of the Spring Park #72
Medical Arts 2250 Spring Park Road, Jacksonville, FL 32207 | (904) 346-5640
Magnet Program: International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) - Spanish
Geographic feeder to Southside MS
Program continuity for magnet students to Lake Shore MS, Fort Caroline MS and Southside MS

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Elementary School
Middle School
Virtual Instruction
A virtual home-based, online public school choice option for students in grades K-12 supported by fully certified, highly
Duval County Public Schools recognizes
qualified, and district employed teachers.
that every student is unique. Examine
Duval Virtual Instruction Academy the middle school choice options
1701 Prudential Drive, 4th Floor, Jacksonville, FL 32207 | (904) 390-2037 offered by DCPS.

Which one does your child select?

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Middle School Programs

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Middle School
Arlington #213 Ford, John E. #154 (Grades K – 8)
8141 Lone Star Road, Jacksonville, FL 32211 | (904) 720-1680 1137 Cleveland Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209 | (904) 630-6540
Acceleration Program: Acceleration in Mathematics; Pre-Early College Magnet Program: Montessori; Spanish Montessori
Career Cluster: Information Technology Geographic feeder to William M. Raines HS
Geographic feeder to Englewood HS, Terry Parker HS and Sandalwood HS based on residential address Tiered continuity for magnet students applying to 9th grade at Paxon School for Advanced Studies

Baldwin Middle-High #38 (Grades 6 – 12) Fort Caroline #238


291 Mills Street West, Baldwin, FL 32234 | (904) 266-1200 3787 University Club Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32277 | (904) 745-4927
Magnet Program: Communications / Information Technology Dedicated Magnet: School for the Arts and International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP)
Career Cluster: Information Technology
Geographic feeder to Baldwin Middle/High Gilbert, Matthew #146
Program continuity for magnet students to Baldwin Middle/High 1424 Franklin Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206 | (904) 630-6700
Magnet Program: Middle Years Exploration with Technology
Darnell-Cookman #145 (Grades 6 – 12) Acceleration Program: Pre-Early College
1701 Davis Street North, Jacksonville, FL 32209 | (904) 630-6805 Career Cluster: Information Technology
Dedicated Magnet: Medical Arts-Gifted and Academically Talented Special Program: PITSCO STEM – Career Pathways
Program continuity for magnet students to Darnell-Cookman School of the Medical Arts, Paxon School for Advanced Studies and Stanton Geographic Feeder to Jean Ribault HS and William M. Raines HS based on residential address
College Preparatory School Program continuity for magnet students to Asa P. Randolph Career Academies and Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology

Davis, Jefferson #216 GRASP Academy #27 (Grades 2 – 8)
7050 Melvin Road, Jacksonville, FL 32210 | (904) 573-1060 3101 Justina Road, Jacksonville, FL 32277 | (904) 745-4909
Acceleration Program: Cambridge Secondary 1; Pre-Early College Choice Program: A specialized school to support dyslexic learners and those who show characteristics of dyslexia.
Special Program: AVID; PITSCO STEM – Aerospace Rocketry and Aeronautics District-wide transportation will be provided
Geographic feeder to Edward H. White HS and Westside HS based on residential address
Highlands #244
duPont, Alfred I. #66 10913 Pine Estates Road East, Jacksonville, FL 32218 | (904) 696-8771
2710 duPont Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32217 | (904) 739-5200 Magnet Program: Aviation/Military Sciences
Magnet Program: International Business & World Language Academy Acceleration Program: Pre-Early College
Acceleration Program: Pre-Early College Special Program: PITSCO STEM – Aerospace, Rocketry and Aeronautics
Career Cluster: Information Technology Geographic feeder to First Coast HS and Jean Ribault HS based on residential address
Choice Program: Dual Language (Spanish) Program continuity for magnet students to Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology, Andrew Jackson HS and Jean
Geographic feeder to Englewood HS Ribault HS

Duval Virtual Instruction Academy Johnson, James Weldon #152
1701 Prudential Drive, 4th Floor, Jacksonville, FL 32207 | (904) 390-2037 3276 Norman E. Thagard Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32254 | (904) 693-7600
A virtual home-based, online public school choice option for students in grades K-12 supported by fully certified, highly Dedicated Magnet: Gifted and Academically Talented
qualified, and district employed teachers. Program continuity for magnet students to Darnell-Cookman School of the Medical Arts, Paxon School for Advanced Studies and
Stanton College Preparatory School
Fletcher, Duncan #63
2000 North 3rd Street, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 | (904) 247-5929 Kernan #279
Acceleration Program: Gifted and Academically Talented 2271 Kernan Boulevard South, Jacksonville, FL 32246 | (904) 220-1350
Career Cluster: Information Technology Acceleration Program: Pre-Early College; GATE (Gifted and Academically Talented Education)
Geographic feeder to Duncan Fletcher HS and Sandalwood HS based on residential address Career Cluster: Information Technology
Choice Program: Arts Academy
Geographic feeder to Atlantic Coast HS, Englewood HS and Sandalwood HS based on residential address

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Middle School
Kirby-Smith #25 Mayport #254
2034 Hubbard Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206 | (904) 630-6600 2600 Mayport Road, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 | (904) 247-5977
Dedicated Magnet: Gifted – Math, Science & Technology; Accelerated – Math, Science & Technology; Math, Science and Magnet Program: Coastal Sciences
Technology Acceleration Program: GATE (Gifted and Academically Talented Education)
Career Cluster: Information Technology Career Cluster: Information Technology; Agriculture Food & Natural Resources; Engineering & Technology Education; AV
Program continuity for magnet students to Robert E. Lee HS and William M. Raines HS Technology and Communication
Students enrolled in the Gifted and Accelerated programs at Kirby-Smith MS will also receive program continuity to Special Program: AVID
Darnell-Cookman School of the Medical Arts, Paxon School for Advanced Studies and Stanton College Prepratory School Geographic feeder to Duncan Fletcher HS and Sandalwood HS based on residential address

Lake Shore #69 Northwestern #155
2519 Bayview Road, Jacksonville, FL 32210 | (904) 381-7440 2100 West 45th Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209 | (904) 924-3100
Magnet Program: International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) Spanish Acceleration Program: Cambridge Secondary 1
Acceleration Program: Pre-Early College; GATE (Gifted and Academically Talented Education) Special Program: AVID; PITSCO STEM – Aerospace, Rocketry and Aeronautics
Special Program: AVID Geographic feeder to Robert E. Lee HS and William M. Raines HS based on residential address
Geographic feeder to Robert E. Lee HS and Edward H. White HS based on residential address
Oceanway #62
Landmark #256 143 Oceanway Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32218 | (904) 714-4680
101 Kernan Boulevard North, Jacksonville, FL 32225 | (904) 221-7125 Acceleration Program: Pre-AP Honors
Acceleration Program: Honors Academy; Pre-Early College Career Cluster: Information Technology
Career Cluster: Information Technology Special Program: Academy of Arts and Academic Acceleration
Choice Program: Arts Academy Geographic feeder to First Coast HS
Special Program: AVID
Geographic feeder to Sandalwood HS Ribault, Jean #212
3610 Ribault Scenic Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32208 | (904) 924-3062
Landon, Julia #31 Magnet Program: Early High School
1819 Thacker Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32207 | (904) 946-5650 Acceleration Program: Pre-Early College
Dedicated Magnet: Gifted and Academically Talented / Leadership Career Cluster: Information Technology
Program continuity for magnet students to Darnell-Cookman School of the Medical Arts, Paxon School for Advanced Studies Special Program: Aviation; AVID; PITSCO STEM – Animal, Reactions, Eco-Architecture, Aerospace, Rocketry and Aeronautics
and Stanton College Preparatory School Geographic feeder to Jean Ribault HS and Edward H. White HS based on residential address

LaVilla School of the Arts #267 Southside #211
501 Davis Street North, Jacksonville, FL 32202 | (904) 633-6069 2948 Knights Lane East, Jacksonville, FL 32216 | (904) 739-5238
Dedicated Magnet: Visual and Performing Arts Magnet Program: International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) Spanish
Acceleration Program: Pre-Early College
Mandarin #259 Special Program: ESOL Newcomers; PITSCO STEM – Engineering and Structures
5100 Hood Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257 | (904) 292-0555 Geographic feeder to Englewood HS and Atlantic Coast HS based on residential address
Acceleration Program: Honors Academy; GATE (Gifted and Academically Talented Education)
Career Cluster: Information Technology; AV Technology and Communication Stilwell, Joseph #219
Special Program: AVID 7840 Burma Road, Jacksonville, FL 32221 | (904) 693-7523
Geographic feeder to Mandarin HS Dedicated Magnet: Military Leadership Academy
Acceleration Program: Pre-Early College
Special Program: PITSCO STEM – Aerospace, Rocketry and Aeronautics
Program continuity for magnet students to priority select programs at Darnell-Cookman School of the Medical Arts, Paxon School
for Advanced Studies, Stanton College Preparatory, Robert E. Lee HS, Jean Ribault HS, Edward H. White HS, Samuel Wolfson HS
and Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology

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Middle School
High School
Stuart, J.E.B. #207
4815 Wesconnett Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32210 | (904) 573-1000
Our students are encouraged to chart their
Acceleration Program: Pre-Early College own path to success by exploring a vast
Career Cluster: Information Technology range of educational options. When setting
Choice Program: Academy of Technology (Concentrating on Television Production and Digital Design) out on your journey, take your time to plan,
Geographic feeder to Robert E. Lee HS, Westside HS and Edward H. White HS based on residential address
and don’t feel overwhelmed.
Twin Lakes Academy #253
8050 Point Meadows Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32256 | (904) 538-0825
Acceleration Program: Pre-AP Honors; Pre-Early College
Career Cluster: Engineering & Technology Education (STEM Lab); Information Technology
Geographic feeder to Atlantic Coast HS, Englewood HS and Mandarin HS based on residential address

Westview #274 (Grades K – 8)
5270 Connie Jean Road, Jacksonville, FL 32210 | (904) 573-1082
Acceleration Program: Pre-Early College
Career Cluster: Information Technology
Choice Program: Environmental Studies and Culinary Gardening
Geographic feeder to Westside HS and Edward H. White HS based on residential address

Young Mens Leadership Academy #156
900 Acorn Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209 | (904) 630-6900
Dedicated Magnet: Leadership and Technology Academy
Acceleration Program: Pre-Early College
Special Program: AVID; PITSCO STEM – Engineering and Structures
Program continuity for magnet students to priority select programs at Darnell-Cookman School of the Medical Arts, Paxon School
for Advanced Studies, Stanton College Preparatory, Robert E. Lee HS, Jean Ribault HS, Edward H. White HS, Samuel Wolfson HS
and Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology

Young Womens Leadership Academy #156
900 Acorn Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209 | (904) 630-6900
Dedicated Magnet: Leadership and Technology Academy
Acceleration Program: Pre-Early College
Special Program: AVID; PITSCO STEM – Engineering and Structures
Program continuity for magnet students to priority select programs at Darnell-Cookman School of the Medical Arts, Paxon School
for Advanced Studies, Stanton College Preparatory, Robert E. Lee HS, Jean Ribault HS, Edward H. White HS, Samuel Wolfson HS
and Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology

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Sandalwood
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Lee, Robert E.

Paxon School
Atlantic Coast

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White, Edward H.
Randolph, Asa P.
Jackson, Andrew
School of the Arts

Peterson, Frank H.

Raines, William M.
Darnell-Cookman
High

Anderson, Douglas

Career Academies
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Engineering Academy (PLTW)


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Applied Information Technology


Aviation

Building Construction Technologies


Business Management & Analysis


Center for Medical Studies Career Academy (CAPE, NCAC, NAF)


Commercial Arts Technology


Culinary Arts






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Anderson, Douglas #107 Fletcher, Duncan #223
2445 San Diego Road, Jacksonville, FL 32207 | (904) 346-5620 700 Seagate Avenue, Neptune Beach, FL 32266 | (904) 247-5905
Dedicated Magnet: Visual and Performing Arts Acceleration Program: Cambridge Secondary 2 / AICE
Career Pathway: Digital Cinema Production Career Pathway: Digital Media Technology
Special Program: Unmanned Aircraft Systems Dual Enrollment with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University; Military Science
Dual Enrollment with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University ; Law Studies; Business & Finance (VyStar Academy)
Atlantic Coast #268
9735 R. G. Skinner Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32256 | (904) 538-5120
Acceleration Program: Advanced Placement Capstone Jackson, Andrew #35
Career Pathway: Commercial Art Technology; Digital Media Technology; Web Development; Television Production 3816 Main Street North, Jacksonville, FL 32206 | (904) 630-6950
Dedicated Magnet: Health Sciences Academy; Leadership in Military Sciences AFJROTC; Sports Medicine and
Marketing; Cybersecurity; Video Game Development
Baldwin Middle-High #38 (Grades 6 – 12) Career Academy: Information Tech (Web Development)
291 Mills Street West, Baldwin, FL 32234 | (904) 266-1200 Special Program: Florida Blue/Citigroup Academy of Networks Systems Technology (Early College); Military Science Dual
Magnet Program: Communications / Information Technology Enrollment with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
Acceleration Program: Advanced Placement Capstone
Career Pathway: Digital Design
Special Program: Unmanned Aircraft Systems Dual Enrollment with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Lee, Robert E. #33
1200 McDuff Avenue South, Jacksonville, FL 32205 | (904) 381-3930
Magnet Program: Early College; Engineering Academy (PLTW)
Darnell-Cookman #145 Career Pathway: Culinary Arts; Global Logistics and Supply Chain Technology; Digital Media Technology; Web
1701 Davis Street North, Jacksonville, FL 32209 | (904) 630-6805 Development; Engineering Pathways (CAPE Academy)
Dedicated Magnet: College Preparatory / Medical Arts Special Program: JROTC – Navy; Military Science Dual Enrollment with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University

Duval Virtual Instruction Academy Mandarin #260


1701 Prudential Drive, 4th Floor, Jacksonville, FL 32207 | (904) 390-2037 4831 Greenland Road, Jacksonville, FL 32258 | (904) 260-3911
A virtual home-based, online public school choice option for students in grades K-12 supported by fully certified, highly Magnet Program: Cambridge Secondary 2 / AICE
qualified, and district employed teachers. Career Pathway: Center for Medical Studies Career Academy (CAPE, NCAC & NAF Academy); Culinary Arts; Web
Development; Television Production
Special Program: AVID; JROTC – Navy; Unmanned Aircraft Systems Dual Enrollment with Embry Riddle Aeronautical
Englewood #90 University; Business & Finance (VyStar Academy)
4412 Barnes Road, Jacksonville, FL 32207 | (904) 739-5212
Acceleration Program: Early College – Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. Academy of Advanced Manufacturing
Career Pathway: Building Construction Technologies; Promotional Enterprise; Television Production Parker, Terry #86
Special Program: JROTC – Army; ESOL Newcomers; Unmanned Aircraft Systems Dual Enrollment with Embry Riddle 7301 Parker School Road, Jacksonville, FL 32211 | (904) 720-1650
Aeronautical University; Military Science Dual Enrollment with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Acceleration Program: International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) Spanish
Career Pathway: Academy of Coastal & Environmental Sciences (ACES); Culinary Arts; Digital Video Production
Special Program: AVID; JROTC – Navy; Unmanned Aircraft Systems Dual Enrollment with Embry Riddle Aeronautical
First Coast #265 University; Military Science Dual Enrollment with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University; Introduction to Engineering Dual
590 Duval Station Road, Jacksonville, FL 32218 | (904) 757-0080 Enrollment with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
Acceleration Program: Advanced Placement Capstone
Career Pathway: Culinary Arts; Global Logistics & Supply Chain Technology; Web Development; Digital Media Technology
Special Program: AVID; JROTC – Navy; Military Science Dual Enrollment with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University;
Business & Finance (VyStar Academy)

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High School
Paxon School for Advanced Studies #75 Stanton College Preparatory #153
3239 Norman E. Thagard Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32254 | (904) 693-7583 1149 West 13th Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209 | (904) 630-6760
Dedicated Magnet: College Preparatory; International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) Dedicated Magnet: College Preparatory; International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP)
Career Pathway: Television Production

Westside #241
Peterson, Frank H. Academies of Technology #280 5530 Firestone Road, Jacksonville, FL 32244 | (904) 573-1170
7450 Wilson Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32210 | (904) 573-1150 Acceleration Program: Cambridge Secondary 2 / AICE
Dedicated Magnet: Agriculture BioTechnology & Veterinary Assisting Academy; Advanced Manufacturing and Robotics Career Pathway: Culinary Arts; Global Logistics & Supply Chain Technology; Digital Media Technology
(STEM) Academy; Automotive Academy; Aviation Academy; Communications Academy; Cosmetology Academy; Culinary Special Program: JROTC – Air Force; Military Science Dual Enrollment with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
Arts Academy; Early Childhood Education Academy

White, Edward H. #248
Raines, William M. #165 1700 Old Middleburg Road, Jacksonville, FL 32210 | (904) 693-7620
3663 Raines Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32209 | (904) 924-3049 Magnet Program: Military Academy of Leadership
Magnet Program: Information Technology (Digital Media Technology); Visual and Performing Arts Acceleration Program: International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) Spanish
Acceleration Program: Cambridge Secondary 2 / AICE Career Pathway: Aerospace Technologies; Business Management and Analysis; Web Development; Digital Design
Career Pathway: Culinary Arts Special Program: JROTC – Navy; Unmanned Aircraft Systems Dual Enrollment with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
Special Program: JROTC – Army; Military Science Dual Enrollment with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University

Wolfson, Samuel W. #224
Randolph, Asa P. Career Academies #285 7000 Powers Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32217 | (904) 739-5265
1157 Golfair Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32209 | (904) 924-3011 Dedicated Magnet: Leadership; International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP)
Dedicated Magnet: Carpentry Academy; Criminal Justice Academy; Electrical Academy; Fire/Rescue Academy; Health Special Program: JROTC – Army; Unmanned Aircraft Systems Dual Enrollment with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University;
Sciences Academy; Cosmetology Academy; HVAC Academy; Information Technology Academy; Plumbing Academy; Welding Military Science Dual Enrollment with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University; Business & Finance (VyStar Academy)
Academy


Ribault, Jean #96
3701 Winton Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32208 | (904) 924-3092
Magnet Program: JROTC – Marine Corps
Acceleration Program: Early College
Career Pathway: Finance; Aerospace Technologies
Special Program: Military Science Dual Enrollment with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University; Business & Finance (VyStar
Academy)


Sandalwood #237
2750 John Prom Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32246 | (904) 646-5100
Acceleration Program: Early College
Career Pathway: Culinary Arts; Applied Information Technology; Material and Processes Technology
Special Program: AVID; JROTC – Air Force; Unmanned Aircraft Systems Dual Enrollment with Embry Riddle Aeronautical
University; Military Science Dual Enrollment with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University

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Career & Technical Education ESE & Alternative Schools

What do you want to be when you grow up? Exceptional Education and Student Services
DCPS is helping kids answer this question. CTE provides students of all ages with the academic and technical skills, knowl- Alden Road Exceptional Student Center - 11780 Alden Road, Jacksonville, FL 32246 | (904) 565-2722
edge and training necessary to succeed in future careers and to become lifelong learners. In total, about 12.5 million high A public school option for students in grades 6 – 12 (up to 22 years old) with moderate to severe physical and intellectual
school and college students are enrolled in CTE students across the nation. CTE prepares these learners for the world of disabilities
work by introducing them to workplace competencies, and makes academic content accessible to students by providing it
in a hands-on context. In fact, the high school graduation rate for CTE students is about 90% – 15 percentage points higher Mt. Herman Exceptional Student Center - 1741 Francis Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209 | (904) 630-6740
than the national average. A public school option for students 3 to 22 years old with moderate to severe physical and intellectual disabilities

Career Academies – Career Academies are unique ‘schools-within-schools’ offering personalized learning through Oak Hill Academy - 6910 Daughtry Boulevard South, Jacksonville, FL 32210 | (904) 573-1030
career-related classes that focus on skill-sets for a chosen industry. Exciting opportunities offer students a chance to A public school option for students from 3 to 11 years old with autism spectrum disorders or related disabilities
succeed academically while gaining valuable knowledge towards a lifetime career. Career Academies benefit students and
employers alike, providing graduates advanced skills and their potential employers a capable, specialized workforce from Palm Avenue Exceptional Student Center - 1301 W. Palm Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32254 | (904) 693-7516
which to hire. A public school option for students in grades 6 – 12 (up to 22 years old) with moderate to severe physical and intellectual disabilities

Career Clusters & Pathways - The framework of Career Clusters, Career Pathways, and Programs of Study organizes
educational preparation and occupational choices into a unified concept. By combining rigorous academics with career and Alternative Student Services
technical education, students have a clear path to their future.
Grand Park Alternative Education Center - 2335 W. 18th Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209 | (904) 630-6894
Program Benefits An alternative education center for students in grades 9 – 12 who have experienced behavioral challenges at their assigned school
• Select high school classes prepare student for college and entering the workforce
• Understand how CTE classes taken in high school lead to a career Marine Science Education Center - 1347 Palmer Street, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 | (904) 247-5973
• Participate in extra-curricular activities related to career interests An academic alternative to earn a high school diploma with a vocational component in commercial fishing
• Earn early college credit to save time and money, and reduce college expenses
• Graduate from high school prepared for the next step toward a great career Mattie V. Rutherford Alternative Education Center - 1514 Hubbard Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206 | (904) 630-6782
An alternative education center for students in grades 4 – 9 who have experienced behavioral challenges at their assigned school
Thanks to Our Business Partners
Comcast Interline Brands, Inc. LSI Bridge to Success - 1157 Golfair Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32209 | (904) 924-3470
Citi Jacksonville University Mayport Naval Station An accelerated, academic alternative school for students in grades 9 – 12 who are 2 to 3 years overage
Florida Blue JAXPORT Unison (GE Aviation)
Florida State University at Jacksonville JTA Vystar Credit Union Bridge to Success Academy at West Jacksonville - 2115 Commonwealth Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32209
Haskell Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. Web.com (904) 630-6592
Hyatt An accelerated, academic alternative school for students in grade 4 – 8 who are 2 to 3 years overage

River Oak Center - 7801 Lone Star Road, Jacksonville, FL 32211 | (904) 718-8615
A school that integrates high school academic curriculum through Duval Virtual Instruction Academy with the development of
The Food Truck Project, a real student-led business, offers DCPS students
supportive life skills necessary for students in recovery due to alcohol and/or substance abuse
enrolled in career academies the opportunity to use their classroom skills.
With the help of Chartwells’resources and mentoring,students successfully
run every aspect of the Food Truck Project. Students apply many different
skills from their education: culinary, logistics, finance, marketing and health
sciences. The Food Truck Project has received awesome reviews that
have led to requests to serve great food at events all over town.

Learn more about DCPS career and technical education. Visit www.duvalschools.org/cte

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Charter Schools Gifted and Academically Talented

#542, Grades 9-12 #60, Grades K-4 #540, Grades K-5 The Gifted and Academically Talented Magnet Program offers students an enriched academic learning experience through
Biscayne High School KIPP VOICE Elementary Seaside Community exposure to a variety of fields of knowledge. These programs nurture and stimulate the academic strengths and talents
1680 Dunn Ave., 32218 1440 McDuff Ave., N., 32254 2630 State Road A1A, 32233
(904) 301-4367 (904) 683-6643 (904) 853-6287 of all children while meeting their unique learning needs through a wide range of activities which allow for critical thinking
across contents, conduct thoughtful research, think creatively, and develop individual potential.
#123, Grades K-8 #47, Grades 9-12 #125, Grades K-5
Duval Charter Scholars Academy Lone Star High School Somerset Academy Elementary –
100 Scholars Way, 32216 8050 Lone Star Road, 32211 Eagle Campus Our programs offer instructional delivery systems specifically designed for an academically challenging and rigorous pro-
(904) 724-1536 (904) 725-5998 8711 Lone Star Road, 32211 gram. Lesson development considers the various ways gifted and talented students think. Instruction occurs at a quicker
(904) 551-3292 pace and on a deeper level, but is differentiated contingent on student needs. We utilize a myriad of questioning skills,
#132, Grades K-8 #53, Grades 9-12
Duval Charter at Baymeadows MYcroSchool #126, Grades 6-8 model higher level thinking skills, facilitate collaborative discussions and also delve into deeper cognitive complexity through
7510 Baymeadows Way, 32256 1584 Normandy Village Pkwy., Ste. 25, 32221 Somerset Academy Middle – collaborative and individual projects. The seven goals of the Florida Frameworks for Gifted Learners are infused into the
(904) 638-7947 (904) 783-3611 Eagle Campus everyday curriculum.
1429 Broward Road, 32218
#131, Grades 9-12 #129, Grades K-5 (904) 503-0661
Duval Charter High at Baymeadows River City Science Academy Elementary Elementary School – The elementary program focuses on differentiating the curriculum to accommodate the needs of
7510 Baymeadows Way, 32256 7450 Beach Blvd., 32216 #550, Grades K-5 gifted and academically talented students. Students begin to learn research skills at the primary level and continually grow
(904) 271-4127 (904) 565-0065 Somerset Preparatory K-8
1429 Broward Road, 32218 and utilize these skills to present new information in a project-based format. Students propose a variety of solutions to real
#559, Grades K-8 #120, Grades 6-12 (904) 503-0661 world problems using creative problem solving. Students then delve deeper into core content through project-based learn-
Duval Charter at Flagler Center River City Science Academy ing. A variety of products and performances are developed by each student as a creative way to show their knowledge.
12755 Flagler Center Blvd., 32258 7565 Beach Blvd., 32216 #102, Grade 6-8
(904) 899-1010 (904) 855-8010 SOS Academy While there are dedicated elementary schools with a Gifted and Academically Talented theme, student may also receive
6974 Wilson Blvd., 32210 services through our inclusive gifted education model or a hub school site, contingent on enrollment patterns.
#551, Grades K-8 #560, Grades K-7 (904) 573-0880
Duval Charter at Mandarin River City Science Academy at Mandarin
5209 Shad Road, 32257 10911 Old St. Augustine Road, 32257 #121, Grades K-5 Middle School – At the middle school level, students transition into an enriched learning environment with continual
(904) 440-2901 (904) 440-5339 Tiger Academy project-based learning. All students have the opportunity to take advanced content classes based on their academic needs.
6079 Bagley Road, 32209 Students often complete coursework for high school credit. While there are dedicated magnet middle schools with a sole
#555, Grades K-8 #544, Grades K-8 (904) 309-6840
Duval Charter at Southside River City Science Innovation focus on Gifted and Academically Talented, every middle school within the district offers gifted instruction through core
8680 AC Skinner Pkwy., 32256 8313 Baycenter Road, 32256 #133, Grades 6-8 curriculum options. Students who elect to receive services within their neighborhood school setting are placed in a cohort
(904) 423-5348 (904) 647-5110 Waverly Academy with other gifted program participants to enrich the core instruction experience.
5710 Wesconnett Blvd., 32244
#541, Grades K-8 #118, Grades 9-12 (904) 647-8552
Duval Charter at Westside SAL Tech High School – Students have the opportunity to continue with their enriched and advanced learning through many
9238 103rd Street, 32210 4751 Walgreen Road, 32209 #113, Grades K-5 high school choices. Our district offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, Acceleration Programs
(904) 421-0250 (904) 328-5001 Wayman Academy of the Arts
1176 LaBelle Street, 32205 through Cambridge Secondary 2/AICE, Early College, and Advanced Placement Capstone.
#537, Grades K-12 #539, Grades 6-8 (904) 695-9995
Florida Cyber Academy at Duval County San Jose Academy Gifted Hub Schools – Identified gifted elementary students not enrolled in a Gifted and Academically Talented Magnet
9143 Phillips Hwy., Ste. 590, 32256 4072 Sunbeam Road, 32257
(904) 247-3268 (904) 425-1725 School or Choice School can still participate in gifted programming. DCPS has hub school sites for these children. Once a
week, identified gifted students from feeder schools attend a gifted hub school site with other identified gifted students
#122, Grades K-8 #538, Grades 9-12 from around regional locations. They participate in a continuum of services created to challenge these high-ability learners.
Global Outreach Academy San Jose Preparatory
Charter Schools Proposed
9570 Regency Square Blvd., 32225 4072 Sunbeam Road, 32257 Specially trained educators address the needs of these advanced learners.
for 2017-2018 School Year
(904) 551-7104 (904) 425-1725

#558, Grades K-2 #137, Grades K-2 Duval Charter School at Coastal (K-6) Gifted Hub Schools Include*:
KIPP Jacksonville K-8 Seacoast Charter Academy Seaside Charter K-8 School
2525 West 1st Street, 32254 9100 Regency Square Blvd., N., 32211
Abess Park Elementary Gregory Drive Elementary New Berlin Elementary
(K-6 in 2017-2018) Atlantic Beach Elementary Holiday Hill Elementary San Mateo Elementary
(904) 683-0355 (904) 562-4780
Bridge Prep Academy Duval (K-6) Brewer, Don Elementary Loretto Elementary Stockton Elementary
#127, Grades 5-8 #137, Grades 3-5
KIPP Impact Middle School Seacoast Charter Academy
Chimney Lakes Elementary Neptune Beach Elementary
1440 McDuff Ave., N., 32254 8049 Arlington Expressway, 32211
(904) 683-6643 (904) 365-5940 *Gifted Hub locations may change based on enrollment patterns and additional schools utilizing an inclusionary gifted program model.

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Visual and Performing Arts

(Ceramics/Sculpture)
Facilitate, Align, Enrich… and Address the Needs!

(Drawing/Painting)

Music (Elementary)
Art (Elementary)

Creative Writing

Musical Theatre
Cinematic Arts

Music Theory
Film Studies

Photography
Orchestra
Jazz Band

Theatre
Art 2D

Chorus

Strings
Art 3D

Guitar
Dance

Piano
Band
SCHOOL
All Elementary Schools
“An inclusive arts program is integral to supporting and excelling in core academic areas. We have a responsibility to educate (exceptions below)
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Brentwood • • • •
the whole child, and arts will inspire excellence.” Fishweir • • • • •
Lake Forest • • • • •
- Dr. Nikolai P. Vitti, Superintendent of Schools Martin Luther King Jr. • •
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Arlington • • • • • •
Davis, Jefferson • •
DuPont, Alfred • • •
Fletcher • • • • • •
Ford, John E. (K-8) • • •
Educators have researched the benefits of art and music programs, and improvement in student achievement occurs when this Fort Caroline • • • • • • • • • •
coursework aligns to the standards and core subject areas. Visual and performing arts education encourages students to engage Gilbert, Matthew • •
Highlands • •
in discovery and expression, and elevates communication, problem-solving, social, emotional, and fine motor skills. Duval County Johnson, James Weldon • • • • • •
Public Schools remains committed to art, music, dance, and theatre. Kernan • • •
Kirby-Smith
Lake Shore • • •
• Current investment is over $22 million – faculty, STEAM Passport, new materials, textbooks, and resources Landmark • • • •
• 440 full-time arts teachers provide high-quality arts instruction in our schools Landon • • • •
LaVilla School of the Arts • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
• Visual and Performing Arts plan annually adopted by the Duval County School Board Mandarin • • • • • •
• 466+ Hours – an 80% increase in professional development hours offered by arts department since 2012-2013 Mayport • •
• Met HD Opera Live program at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts – serves 3,000 students Northwestern • •
Oceanway • • • • • •
• Expansion of K-8 arts offerings and advocacy through the Kennedy Center and Any Given Child Jacksonville Ribault • • • •
partnerships Southside • • •
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Stuart, J.E.B. • •
Elementary Schools Twin Lakes • • • • • •
• At least 1 full-time teacher for art and 1 full-time teacher for music in every school Westview K-8 • • • •
Young Men's
• Students receive a minimum weekly instruction of 45 minutes of art and 45 minutes of music Leadership Academy
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• Material budgets are estimated at $5,000 per school Young Women's


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• Piloting arts integration programs at several elementary schools Leadership Academy
Baldwin M/H • • •
• 3-4 STEAM Cultural Passport field trips offered to over 35,000 PreK-5th grade students who attend 74 Title I Darnell-Cookman • • • •
Elementary and K-8 Schools Anderson, Douglas • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Atlantic Coast • • • • • • • • •
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Secondary Schools First Coast • • • • • • • •
• Substantial increases in the number of middle school art, music, theatre, and dance teachers to ensure each school has Fletcher
Jackson, Andrew


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at least 2 fine arts’ teachers Lee, Robert E. • • • • • • •


• Strengthened feeder pattern gaps at the middle school level to ensure students are better prepared for advanced visual Mandarin • • • • • • •
Parker, Terry • • • • • • •
and performing arts courses at the high school level Paxon School for
• Began arts magnet programs at Fort Caroline Middle School in 2016-2017 school year Advanced Studies
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• Materials budgets estimated at $25,000 per school (including textbooks) Peterson, Frank •
Raines, William • • • • • •
Randolph, A. Philip, Academy
Ribault • • • •
Sandalwood • • • • • •
Stanton College Prep • • • • • • •
Westside • • • • •
White, Edward H. • • • • •
Wolfson, Samuel W. • • • • •

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How to Apply to a Magnet School
Please follow these instructions very carefully. [5] Do I have to get the principal’s signature? DUVAL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

No, it’s not required, but it does give your student MAGNET SCHOOL APPLICATION 2017-2018
MIDDLE SCHOOL (6-8)
Important Note: You have the option to apply to a magnet school online. This means you do NOT have to complete the paper a priority in the magnet lottery. You can only get 1 Student Name Student ID Current Projected Home Address

application described on these two pages. The applications can be found at www.duvalschools.org/schoolchoice and there is the signature if you visit the school during an open Magnet, Molly Jane 11111111
Grade
05
Grade
06 1010 Anyplace Street

information that will help you complete each step of the process. You do NOT have to apply online, it is simply an option. You house or tour. Plus, we have found over the years Parent/Guardian Name Home Phone Current School City Zip Gifted

may apply by paper application, but you must choose one or the other if you want to be considered for a magnet school. The that parents who visit the school before they apply
Martin and Margaret Magnet 904-555-1212 R. V. Daniels - 1621 Jacksonville 32226 Yes

deadline is the same for both options. Personalized applications can be found on Focus using your regular parent sign on for are much more satisfied than those who don’t.
Parent Email
mmagnet@aol.com
Work Phone
904-555-4321
Neighborhood School
Oceanway School - 0621
ESE Status
L - Gifted
Birth Date
2005-12-01

each child. If you are unable to download your application and would like to apply online, call the Magnet Programs Office at Current Magnet/SPA Active Military

904-390-2082.
Gifted (J1)  (if checked, must provide proof)

[6] Who should sign the paper application?


3
Program Continuity

The parent or legal guardian must sign the


Students enrolled in a magnet program are given priority to continue in the same magnet theme at the next school level. Your child is eligible for continuity to a

When applying online, your name will be recognized (if you are a current Duval County Public Schools’ student), and you will be
Gifted magnet program. Gifted programs are offered at Darnell-Cookman (J7), J. W. Johnson (J1) and Julia Landon (J9).

application. We only accept original signatures, so


You may make up to three Magnet Program choices. Place (1) before your first choice, (2) before your second choice, and (3) before your third choice.

able to see which priorities affect your choices as you make them. However, there is NO benefit to applying online before the
Preference given to applicants who tour the selected schools and get the principal’s signature. Students who have program continuity listed above do not
need a signature.

deadline; all applications, both paper and electronic, are entered into the lottery at the same time. you must mail or hand-deliver your application to 2 Choice Magnet School/Program
5 Principal’s Signature

the address listed on the bottom of the form. ______ ALFRED DUPONT MIDDEL SCHOOL- International Bus & World Lang Acad (0661L1) __________________
______ BALDWIN MIDDLE-HIGH SCHOOL- Communications/Information Technology (0381M5) __________________
If you wish to fill out a paper application and are unable to download a personalized application from the parent portal, or if you ______
______
DARNELL-COOKMAN- Medical Arts - Gifted
DARNELL-COOKMAN- Medical Arts - Academically Talented
(1451J7)
(1451J8)
__________________
__________________
are new to the public school system and prefer not to apply online, you can download a blank form at www.duvalschools.org/ [7] How do I submit the paper application? ______ FORT CAROLINE MIDDLE- School for the Arts / IB MYP (2381O2) __________________

You should mail or hand-deliver your application to


______ HIGHLANDS MIDDLE SCHOOL- Aviation/Military Sciences (2441K7) __________________
schoolchoice. ______
______
JAMES W. JOHNSON MIDDLE- Gifted
JAMES W. JOHNSON MIDDLE- Academically Talented
(1521J1)
(1521J2)
__________________
__________________
the Magnet Programs Office. The address is printed ______ JEAN RIBAULT MIDDLE- Early High School (2121X7) __________________

Paper Application FAQs: on the bottom of the application form. We do not


______
______
______
JOHN E. FORD K-8 SCHOOL- Spanish Montessori
JOHN E. FORD K-8 SCHOOL- Montessori
JOSEPH STILWELL MIDDLE- Military Leadership Academy
(1542H0)*
(1542P0)*
(2191K2)***
__________________
__________________
__________________

accept faxed applications. DO NOT turn in your ______


______
KIRBY-SMITH MIDDLE SCHOOL- Gifted Math, Science and Technology
KIRBY-SMITH MIDDLE SCHOOL- Accelerated Math, Science and Technology
(0251J6)
(0251J3)**
__________________
__________________
[1] Is the information about my student correct? [4] Do I have sibling preference? application to the school. ______
______
KIRBY-SMITH MIDDLE SCHOOL- Math, Science and Technology
LAKE SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL- IB Middle Years Programme (MYP)
(0251M0)
(0691X5)
__________________
__________________
If you are using the preprinted form, review the If you are using the preprinted form and your ______
______
LANDON MIDDLE SCHOOL- Gifted/Leadership
LANDON MIDDLE SCHOOL- Academically Talented/Leadership
(0311J9)
(0311J10)
__________________
__________________
information about your student. If there is incorrect student is eligible for sibling preference to a magnet [8] How do I know that you received my
______
______
LAVILLA MIDDLE SCHOOL- Visual and Performing Arts
MATTHEW W. GILBERT MIDDLE- Middle Years Exploration with Technology
(2671O3)
(1461K6)
__________________
__________________

information, immediately notify the school that the school that a brother or sister is already attending, application?
______
______
MAYPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL – Coastal Sciences
SOUTHSIDE MIDDLE- IB Middle Years Programme (MYP)
(2541M4)
(2111X5)
__________________
__________________

student currently attends to have the information you can enter the sibling’s name and birth date at There are two things you can do. (1) You can send
______
______
YOUNG MENS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY- Leadership and Tech Academy
YOUNG WOMENS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY- Leadership and Tech Academy
(1561G2)***
(1561G2)***
__________________
__________________

corrected. If you are using the blank form, fill in all the bottom of the form. us a self-addressed, stamped envelope with your * Students are not accepted after 1 grade without prior experience. Prior Montessori experience must be a minimum of a full year
st

information that you can. We’ll take care of the SPA


from the immediate preceding school year.

application. We’ll send you a date-stamped copy by *** Additional application MUST be submitted at school.
** Level 4 or 5 on 4 grade State Assessment required for this program.
th

Code, ESE Status and Neighborhood School. return mail. If you don’t receive your copy within
Transportation information for middle schools can be found in the 2017-2018 School Choice Reference Guide.
If you are using a blank form and you think your
a week, it’s important to let us know. (2) You may 6
Signature of Parent/Guardian _______________________________________________ Date ____________________________

[2] Do I have to make three choices? student is eligible, fill in the box with the sibling’s 4 SIBLING PREFRENCE

name and student ID number. This is especially bring your application to the Magnet Programs
No, you may make one choice, two choices or three
Name Student ID School Program/Category Grade

Office, and we’ll make a copy with a date stamp


choices – it’s up to you. In fact, we suggest that you important for students entering kindergarten.
on it. That way you will have proof that your
apply only for the programs that you really want and Remember, the sibling must be eligible to return application was submitted on time. We’re sorry
7 RETURN TO: Magnet Office/Duval County Public Schools/1701 Prudential Drive/Jacksonville, FL 32207 BY FEBRUARY 28, 2017.
Only applications with original signature are accepted. Please do NOT Fax.
9
have an interest in having your student attend. next year to the school where you are applying. but we cannot respond to phone requests to verify
Unfortunately, we cannot offer sibling preference receipts.
[3] Do I have program continuity? 10
to siblings applying together for the first time or to
If you are using the preprinted form and your student is siblings living in different households. Also, sibling [9] What happens if I miss the deadline?
eligible for Program Continuity to the next school level, preference does not guarantee acceptance. In cases Only applications that are received or postmarked
this information will be provided in the box labeled where twins or triplets applying together receive by the February 28, 2017 deadline will be processed
“Program Continuity.” in the magnet lottery. We will gladly take your
different schools in the lottery, we will try to place
them in the same school where space is available. late application and file it according to the date it
If you are using a blank form and think your student was received. If there is space in the school you
is eligible, fill in the box, and we’ll be sure to check it requested after the lottery or if space becomes
out for you. Remember, program continuity is not available later in the summer, we will let you know.
automatic. When submitting a late application, you may make
only one school choice.
You have to apply by the deadline to be eligible, and it
does not always guarantee admission. We honor your [10] The back of the application must be filled out
program continuity priority for first, second and third by current private school, out-of-county school
school choices, but many programs fill up with first- and new Duval County Public School’s students.
choice applicants. Current Duval County Public School’s students do
not need to complete the back of the application.

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Priorities for the Magnet Lottery
Grade Level Priority Charts
Priorities for Admission Submitting your Application The following charts show the order in which priorities are assigned to an application. For example, an
application that qualifies for a Priority 2 receives higher consideration than one that receives a Priority 4.
Many magnet schools cannot accommodate every All applications received by the February 28 deadline Entering
student who applies. For this reason, every choice that are processed in the magnet lottery. The lottery is a Priority Entering Priority Entering Priority Entering Priority Grade 6 Priority Darnell-

you make on the magnet application is given a computerized program that randomly selects students Grades Grade 6 Grades at LaVilla & Cookman
K-5 7-12 Ft. Caroline MS Grade 9
priority that is used as a weight in the magnet lottery. based on: 1 NP 1 NP 1 NP 1 - 1 -
The priorities are used only for applications that are 2 NPDM 2 NPDM 2 NPDM 2 *NPDM 2 NPDM
• The priority that has been assigned to each choice 3 M 3 M 3 M 3 M 3 M
received by the February 28, 2017 deadline.
• The number of available openings for each program 4 S 4 PCS 4 PCS 4 PC 4 PC/GAT
5 SES 5 PC 5 PC 5 NA 5 S
and grade level.
Military Priority 6 PS 6 S 6 S 6 S, HA 6 TC
7 NS 7 TC 7 PS 7 LA 7 PS
The lottery considers first choices first, followed by 8 NE 8 PS 8 NS 8 PS 8 NS
Florida Statute 1003.05 provides that dependent second choices, then third choices. Results of the 9 - 9 NS 9 NE 9 NS 9 NE
children of transitioning active duty military who lottery are mailed to applicants’ homes in mid April. *Ft. Caroline MS only
otherwise meet eligibility criteria for special programs HA High audition, for students seeking PCS Program continuity with sibling
Priority Entering
advanced placement in 6th grade or first- preference, for magnet students who
shall be given first preference for admission to such The Waiting List time admission for 7th or 8th grade at are in a program that continues on at Stanton or
LaVilla School of the Arts or Ft. Caroline MS the next school level and who also
programs, including magnet programs. To qualify, the Admission to 7th or 8th graders at LaVilla have a sibling attending the school
Paxon
1 -
student MUST live in Duval County, reside in the Students who are not accepted into any of their and Ft. Caroline MS is limited to HA. who is eligible to return the next
2 NPDM
school year.
household of the military personnel, and have transi- magnet requests are placed on a Waiting List(s). LA Low audition, for students seeking advanced 3 M
tioned to Jacksonville within the year. School Board placement in 6th grade at LaVilla School of PS Principal’s signature, for students 4 PCS
the Arts and Ft. Caroline MS. whose parents attend a tour or open 5 PC*
Policy 5.23 “Transitioning Policy for Dependent Chil- Students who are accepted into one of their house at the magnet school they are 6 S/TC (PAXON)
dren of Military Personnel” is available on the dis- magnet requests do not appear on a waiting list M Military dependent, for a transitioning applying for. **
7 PS
student who has a parent on active duty.
trict’s website for complete details. In addition to the for any other choice. (Students meet eligibility requirements when S Sibling preference, for a student who 8 NS
applicable, follow application procedures, has a brother or sister residing at the 9 NE
magnet application, students wishing to exercise the reside in Duval County and in the household same address who attends a magnet
Keep your notification letter in a safe place. It of the military affiliated parent, and submit program at the same school and is
military priority must also complete the Military Trans- contains your Waiting List number, and if openings active duty orders and emergency data eligible to return next year. Siblings
*Students eligible for program continuity to Paxon or
Stanton must make these two schools their first and
fer Option 2017-2018 Student Transfer Application become available during the summer, they will be record). Please refer to School Board Policy applying for the first time are not eligible
second choice in order to be assured continuity to one of
5.23 for complete details. to receive sibling preference. (Parents
and submit it along with the magnet applications and filled according to that number. Your first opportunity completing a blank application must the two schools. If you choose to make only one choice,
NA Neighborhood student audition, for non- provide name and student ID number continuity cannot be assured. Students who are eligible
required documentation. Also, military priority does to be contacted from the Waiting List is in May but magnet students who attend elementary of sibling already attending the school). for program continuity to Paxon or Stanton, but who want
not guarantee acceptance. most openings occur during the summer. You will be arts magnet schools and wish to continue to select the 9th grade program at Darnell-Cookman
School of the Medical Arts should make Darnell-Cookman
to LaVilla School of the Arts or Ft. Caroline SES Socio-Economic Status
notified by e-mail and/or phone and you will have MS. Students must pass the audition. • Elementary students whose their first choice with the understanding that program
Students who use the military preference when only 48 hours to accept or decline placement in the neighborhood school is a Title I
School*** and who apply to attend a
continuity to Paxon or Stanton is forfeited.
NE Not eligible, based on student being unable
applying for a magnet program, and who apply by the school offered. It is important that your correct e-mail to meet specific entrance requirements in magnet program in a non-Title I School. **The purpose of the principal’s signature is to encourage
February 28, 2017 deadline, may make up to three address(es) are on file in Focus. programs like Montessori, Spanish Montessori, • Elementary students whose
neighborhood school is not a Title I
parents to visit a school and observe the program to see
Gifted, Algebra I (for Stanton, Paxon, Darnell- if it is the best choice for their child. A signature is given
choices on the magnet application. Each choice will Cookman School of the Medical Arts, or Lee). School who apply to attend a magnet to any parent who attends an open house or school
be awarded the military priority. Students who use If your contact information changes, be sure the program in a Title I School. tour. Schools are not permitted to give signatures at
NP Neighborhood preference for students who off-campus recruitment activities. The principal’s signature
current school updates your address, phone number live in the current attendance area of a non- TC Tiered Continuity is a priority awarded
the military preference to apply for a magnet program dedicated magnet school. to magnet students in certain situations.
is not necessary when the student is already eligible for
and e-mail. a higher priority, such as program continuity or sibling
after the deadline are assigned to the program if there These situations are: preference, although parents are still encouraged to visit
NPDM Neighborhood preference for students • Magnet students who want to switch
is space available. If there is no space available, the mil- The last day that students will be contacted from who live in the former attendance area of a themes when entering middle school.
the schools. At Paxon, Stanton, Darnell-Cookman School
of the Medical Arts and Lee, the signature also means that
itary dependent will be placed at the top of an existing a waiting list is August 21, 2017. In rare instances, dedicated magnet. • Magnet students in an elementary
magnet program that does not have a
the student is currently enrolled in the appropriate course
waiting list for the school or program and placed if and students may be contact in January for second NS No principal signature, for applications that middle school continuation. sequence needed in order to be successful at the next
grade level.
do not have a principal’s signature.** • Montessori and Spanish Montessori
when an opening occurs. semester admission. students applying for 9th grade at
Paxon School for Advanced Studies. ***Title I School – An elementary school where at least
PC Program continuity, for magnet
75% of the students are eligible for free/reduced price
students who are in a program that lunch. The school receives additional funding from the
continues on at the next school level. federal government to enrich the education experience
for its children.
PC/GAT Program continuity, for middle school
gifted or academically talented magnet
students to high school Medical Arts.

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How to Apply to a Choice School

Please follow these instructions very carefully. SAMPLE SAMPLE

A Special Transfer Option application is used to apply for the following types of Choice programs: (1) non-magnet middle school
Choice programs; (2) non-magnet high school Career Academy programs; and (3) other non-magnet high school Choice programs.
A Special Transfer Option application is also used for transfers to elementary schools that have openings and for other non-
Choice program transfers to middle and high schools. Admission is determined by a lottery system which is based on the number
of applications versus available openings. NOTE: A Special Transfer Option application is NOT used to apply for High School
Acceleration Programs – AICE, IB, Early College, AP Honors. Applications for these programs are available at each school and
are submitted directly to the School. Students accepted into a High School Acceleration Program from outside the attendance
area must also submit a Special Transfer Option application. NOTE: Invitations to apply for the IB Program at Terry Parker, Paxon
Stanton, Ed White and Wolfson were mailed to eligible DCPS students in October 2016.

[1] How do I apply for a Choice Program? [6] Who should sign the paper application?
Obtain a Special Transfer Option application from the The parent or legal guardian must sign the application.
School Choice Office, the school you are currently
attending, the school you are applying to attend, or [7] How do I submit the paper application?
online at www.duvalschools.org/schoolchoice. Fill in the You should mail or hand-deliver your application to the School
requested information on the application form. Choice Office. The address is printed on the bottom of the
application. We do not accept faxed applications. DO NOT turn
[2] How many choices may I make? in your application to the school.
You may make only one choice on a Special Transfer
Option application. There is a place on the application for [8] When is the deadline to apply for a Choice program?
you to name the specific program that you are applying to Applications received or postmarked by May 15, 2017 will be
attend. Be sure to name the program correctly. Only one processed in the Choice lottery.
application per student is permitted.
[9] What happens if I miss the deadline?
[3] Will all schools have openings for the Choice We will gladly take your late application and file it according
program? to the date it was received. If there is space in the school or
No, schools that are over their student capacity limit will program after the lottery or if space becomes available in the
not be able to accept additional students in the Choice summer, we will let you know.
program from outside the school’s attendance area.
Schools that have openings will be posted on the www. [10] How does the lottery work?
duvalschools.org website. Each Choice school allocates a number of seats for its Choice
program(s). The lottery is based on “supply” versus “demand.”
[4] Do I have sibling preference?
If you have a sibling already attending the school [11] Are there priorities associated with the Choice lottery Priority 1 2 3 4 5
where you are applying, be sure to fill in the requested like there are for the Magnet lottery? Grades K-12 - Employee’s Child / Sibling Neighborhood General
information correctly in order to receive a priority for Yes, but the Choice lottery is much less complicated than the Military Dependent Principal’s Priority
admission. In order to receive special consideration for Magnet lottery. The only priorities are for students whose parent Signature
admission, the sibling must be eligible to return to the is employed at the school; for students who are dependents of
school for the 2017-2018 school year. active duty military personnel; students who have a sibling already
attending and who is eligible to attend again in 2017-2018; or for
[5] Do I have to get the principal’s signature on the students who obtain the neighborhood principal’s signature. The
application? priorities do not apply for the high school acceleration programs.
While you are encouraged to visit the school during a
tour or open house in order to learn about the Choice [12] When are students notified of the lottery results?
program, the principal’s signature on a Special Transfer The choice lottery is conducted in early June and post cards are
Option application is not required, but recommended for a mailed by mid-June.
higher priority.

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Exceptions & Special Programs Reminders & Helpful Facts
Only one magnet application per student can be accepted. Children entering first grade must be six years old as of September
High School Acceleration Programs – Special Admission Procedures If you change your mind after the magnet application deadline, 1, 2017 and have successfully completed kindergarten.
please don’t send a second or third application. Through March
A few magnet and choice programs have admission procedures that differ from the normal process. Students who accept placement 6, 2017, you may call 904.390.2082 to schedule an appointment Once a student enrolls in a magnet or choice program, the
in programs with academic entrance requirements, including AICE, Early College, IB and AP Honors must apply through the High to come in and change an application that was received by the student may remain through the highest grade level of that school
School Acceleration Office. Except for the IB Diploma Programme at Paxon, and Stanton, other High School Acceleration Programs deadline. In the event we receive two applications for the same unless the school has Academic Performance Standards that are
student, the one with the most recent date is the one that will not met. Once enrolled in a program, the student is expected
may continue to accept eligible students until the program reaches capacity. be processed. to remain in that school for the entire school year. Transferring
during the school year is not always possible because all schools
The primary entry point for High School Acceleration Programs is 9th grade. Admission at 10th grade and beyond is limited to Parents should make sure the student’s address and phone are obligated to meet the class-size reduction limitations. The
students who live in the attendance area; students who move into the attendance area and were in a program at a different school; or numbers are up-to-date in the Duval County Public Schools’ Application to Return to Attendance Area School form must be
new students from another attendance area if enrollment at 10th grade is below minimum enrollment. Admission at 11th and 12th database. This must be done at the school your student completed and approved by both principals before a transfer can
currently attends. The School Choice staff cannot update be considered. Transfers to other magnet or choice schools during
grade is only granted to students who are new to Duval County and have been in the same program in their prior school district. addresses or phone numbers. the school year are not possible.
Parents may review complete details in School Board Policy 5.45.
Applications for students who live in a county adjacent to Duval New bus stops cannot be added if you apply to a magnet school
Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) County will not be processed in the magnet lottery or choice after the magnet application deadline, if you move or change schools
Fletcher, Westside, Mandarin and Raines high schools offer the AICE program. lottery. Applicants from outside Duval County will be placed after the school year begins or because there is no sidewalk along
on a space-available basis after all Duval County applicants are the route to an existing stop.
placed. Students from another school district who are able to be
Early College High School placed are required to present an Out of County Release before Transportation is not provided to Choice schools.
Englewood, Lee, Ribault and Sandalwood high schools offer the Early College program. acceptance is finalized.
Students who are eligible to receive Exceptional Student
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme Applications for students who are moving to Duval County Education (ESE) services have equal opportunities to apply for
from another state or city in Florida must have a local address participation in magnet or choice programs. The individual student’s
Parker, Paxon, Stanton, White and Wolfson high schools offer the IB program. and provide two acceptable proofs of residence* before we can IEP team determines the specific educational needs of the student
complete the processing of an application for a magnet or choice and how/where those needs can most appropriately be met. Based
Applications for the IB Diploma Programme at all schools are submitted to the Acceleration Programs Office. All other Acceleration program. on the educational needs of each student, recommendations for
Program applications are managed by each school. Admission is dependent upon space availability and rank ordering of eligible support services may or may not be consistent with placement in
students. All High School Acceleration Programs except the IB Diploma Programme at Paxon SAS and Stanton College Preparatory Applications for Duval County residents currently enrolled a particular magnet program.
in a private school are welcomed with two acceptable proofs
may maintain a waiting list. of residence.* Although Magnet programs are open-admission, some schools
have academic performance standards that must be met for a
NOTE: Invitation to apply for the IB Program at Terry Parker, Paxon, Stanton, Ed White, and Wolfson were mailed to eligible Applicants for any program may be asked to provide two proofs student to return each year: Darnell-Cookman School of the
student in October 2016. Paxon and Stanton do not maintain a waiting list for the IB program and do not take in new students of residence.* Medical Arts, James Weldon Johnson, Kirby-Smith, LaVilla SOTA,
after 9th grade. Paxson SAS, Stanton, Frank H. Peterson and Asa P. Randolph.
Students who are accepted into a magnet or choice program
and move to another school district (i.e., county) forfeit their Magnet or Choice students who want to apply to a different
Advanced Placement (AP) Honors Program magnet or choice assignment. school/program for 2017-2018 forfeit the current magnet or
Atlantic Coast, Andrew Jackson, Baldwin and First Coast high schools offer the AP Honors Program. choice assignment. Neither the magnet nor the choice lottery can
In rare cases, students on Waiting Lists may be contacted in consider a student for two magnet or choice seats at the same
December for January 2018 admission if space becomes available time.
after the school year starts.
High School and Middle School Arts Magnets – Special Admission Procedures Students who apply for a magnet program and who end up
Both the magnet and choice lotteries assume the student on a waiting list do not lose their wait list number by accepting
will be promoted to the next grade level. Students who are another type of choice assignment. However, students who accept
Douglas Anderson School of the Arts (DA) retained prior to first-time enrollment may not be able to be a magnet assignment do not stay on a waiting list for any other
Consideration for admission to DA is obtained only through an audition. The Magnet Programs office does not receive accommodated in the selected program. magnet program.
applications for this school. Contact the school for audition dates. Students who successfully audition and accept
placement forfeit all other magnet or choice assignments. School starts on August 14, 2017. Magnet and Choice students Students who apply for a choice program and are on a waiting
who do not enroll by the end of the third day of school, August list do not lose their wait list number by accepting a magnet
17, are canceled unless the parent or guardian makes late- assignment. However, students who accept a choice assignment
LaVilla Schools of the Arts (LASOTA)/ Fort Caroline Middle School enrollment arrangements in advance with the principal of the do not stay on a waiting list for any other choice program.
Students with advanced training in the arts may be considered for admission to LaVilla and Fort Caroline Middle School school. Approval is at the discretion of the school principal.
through an audition. Contact the school for audition dates. All students who audition must also submit a magnet In cases where twins or triplets applying together receive
application to the Magnet Programs office by the February 28 deadline in order to be considered for admission. All Parents may cancel a magnet or choice assignment during the different schools in the lottery, we will try to place them in the
summer by sending an email to School_Choice@duvalschools. same school where space is available after the lottery.
applicants for LaVilla and Fort Caroline Middle School, including successful auditions, are processed through the Magnet org. You will be asked to give us a reason for the cancellation.
Lottery. *School Board Policy 5.2.0 Student Assignment may be referenced
Children entering kindergarten must be five years old as of for a listing of acceptable documents.
September 1, 2017.

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Considerations Notes

This School Reference Guide has been completely revised from prior years. While information provided is
based on current policies and knowledge, revisions and updates may be required. Please check
www.duvalschools.org regularly where any changes will be noted.

Military Dependent Placement in Performance Standards for Academic


Magnet Schools Magnet Schools
Florida Statute 1003.05 – Assistance to Transitioning Students who enroll in magnet programs at Darnell-
Students from a Military Families recognizes that Cookman School of the Medical Arts, James Weldon
school-aged dependents of military personnel often Johnson, Kirby-Smith, LaVilla School of the Arts,
face numerous transitions during their formative Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology, Paxon
years. The legislation provides that dependent School for Advanced Studies, Asa P. Randolph Career
children of active duty military who otherwise meet Academies, and Stanton College Preparatory must
the eligibility criteria for special academic programs meet specified academic performance standards in
shall be given first preference for admission to order to return from one year to the next. These
such programs even if the program is being offered standards are:
through a public school other than the school to
which the student would normally be assigned. Grade 6-7 Pass all courses
Special programs include magnet schools, advanced
studies, Advanced Placement, dual enrollment, AICE, Grade 7-8 Maintain an overall unweighted
and IB. 2.0 grade point average, and pass
all courses
Florida Statute 1000.36, Interstate Compact on
Education Opportunity for Military Children, Grade 9-10 Maintain an overall unweighted
provides guidance to school districts on how to 2.0 grade point average, and pass
remove barriers to educational success imposed all courses
on dependent children of military families due to
frequent moves and deployment of their parents. Grade 10-11 Maintain an overall unweighted
2.0 grade point average, and pass
The Duval County School Board Policy 5.23 “Transfer all courses
Policy for Dependent Children of Transitioning
Military Personnel” describes how Duval County In addition, students at LaVilla must earn a “C” or
Public Schools operates the two aforementioned higher in each arts area.
Florida Statutes.

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Important Dates
Online Magnet Application Available
Tuesday, January 3, 2017
Applications to appear on the FOCUS Parent/Guardian Account. School Choice Reference Guide will be
available at the DCPS Administration Building and online.

School Choice Expo


Saturday, January 21, 2017, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Prime Osborn Convention Center
1000 Water Street, Jacksonville, FL 32204

Choice Information Sessions


Thursday, January 26 and February 9, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Duval County Public Schools
Administration Building, Cline Auditorium, First Floor
1701 Prudential Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32207, (904) 390-2082

Magnet Application Drop-off


Saturday, February 25, 2017, 9:00 a.m. – Noon
Duval County Public Schools Administration Building
1701 Prudential Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32207, (904) 390-2082

Magnet Application Deadline


Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 4:30 p.m.
Applications must be received in the School Choice Office by 4:30 p.m. or be postmarked on Feb. 28.
Faxed applications are not accepted. Online access will close at midnight on Feb. 28.

Choice Application Available


(Special Transfer Option)
Monday, April 3, 2017
Available at schools, DCPS Administration Building and online.

Choice Information Sessions


Thursday, April 13, 2017, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Duval County Public Schools, Administration Building, Cline Auditorium, First Floor
1701 Prudential Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32207, (904) 390-2144

Choice Application Deadline


Monday, May 15, 2017, 4:30 p.m.
Applications must be received in the School Choice Office by 4:30 p.m. or be postmarked on May 15.

www.duvalschools.org

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