Brevard buys curriculum from two providers K12.com (K-8), and Kaplan (9-12). The Virtual School is publicly funded - there is no tuition!

K12.com (K-8) 866-609-9574

Highest-scoring online school in Florida! Affiliated with Bill Bennett's Ką˛ International Academy K12.com. Selected as the K-8 provider for Brevard's public Virtual School (see below). Florida school districts have the option to choose the provider for their online programs. This list shows the waiting list for Florida counties that have chosen Ką˛. Tell Florida legislators to make more slots available! Till then, or if you do not qualify, you can purchase curriculum directly.

K12 offers a full-time, comprehensive, mastery-based curriculum that eliminates boredom and leaves NO child behind. The program adapts to YOUR learning style. The full program includes:

• Mastery-based courses prepared and enhanced by the finest teachers in the country.
• Computer system with printer, loaned at no cost to each family
• Internet connection charges reimbursed quarterly
• All instructional materials, including textbooks, workbooks, planning and progress tools, maps, math and science supplies, CDs, and videos
• An experienced teacher for guidance, support, and advice
• Online clubs. How cool is international photography?
• Educational outings to enhance lessons and build a sense of school community
• Rolling monthly start dates - it is never too late to enroll

 

Webb note: I have personally reviewed this curriculum and can say it is the finest education available -- due to a core of classical books, and a self-improving feedback process rivaling any world-class company.

International Virtual School 877- 512-7748 (Outside of the U.S.: +1-703-436-3316)

Accredited to higher international standards (like International Baccalaureate), with American-based content, currently available only in English. Facilities in Dubai, UAE, Malasia, Haiti, and adding more. Subsidiary of K12.com.

Florida Virtual School (6-12)   407-513-3587

Another choice getting super results: At 96,000 students globally, this is the biggest school in Florida, with very successful students! More than 90 middle and high-school classes. Rich Advanced Placement and Honors courses. Florida resident tuition is paid by the state.

Home Schooling

Don't forget the highest-quality choice is home schooling. Your family is not tied to a school schedule, or to a neighborhood school. Each child progresses at their fastest pace in each subject - without getting bored or left behind. 

Universities say their top entrance exam scores, and most successful students, come from homeschoolers. Most universities eagerly recruit homeschoolers. Here's shocking news from John Taylor Gatto, former New York Teacher of the Year, showing why every parent should seriously consider homeschool. And now homeschool can be FREE - see Virtual Schools above.

Progress Report 2009 says homeschoolers who participated in 15 standardized achievement tests scored 37 percentile points above public school students.

Socialization flourishes in homeschool Associations, away from the stampeding heard. When you meet a kid who can look you in the eye and carry an intelligent conversation, chances are they are homeschooled - try it. Myths About Online Learning may surprise you.

These are great resources:

• Florida Parent-Educators Association  list of homeschool associations in Brevard
• Home Schooling Achievement Studies
• Homeschooling Resource Guides
• HomeschoolResourceGuide
• Brevard Homeschool Net
• Books 4 HomeSchool
• Homeschool Advisor
• HomeSchoolZone

Florida supports homeschooling -- see Department of Education Home Education page.

Building Choice.Org is designed to help implement and maintain public school choice programs.

Exodus Mandate encourages parents to leave government schools. Order The Harsh Truth About Public Schools.

The Army now offers qualifying home school graduates the same enlistment incentives as traditional high school graduates, including cash bonuses up to $40,000 for enlistments of three or more years and the Army College Fund, which provides up to $71,424 for college. 

Parents, if you are interested in School Choice, click to see this link.

Liberty High School (9-12)

Palm Bay and Rockledge
Work at your own pace, small class size, one-on-one help, evening, home study

Bethel Christian Academy (K-12)

1950 Michigan Av.
A-BEKA

Brevard Christian Learning Center (PK-12)

1869 Longleaf Rd.

Home Share Study Program, Homeschool Umbrella Covering School, Preschool (VPK Program), Title 1 Afternoon Tutor Facility, SAT Test Center, Apprentice Program, Two-Year College/Pre-requist Program

Creative Learning (K-12)

823 D North Cocoa Blvd.

Focus on "special education", small class size, individuated program. Very successful with special needs students not thriving academically in a public school environment.

Indian River Academy (K-12)

202 River Heights Dr.

Seventh Day Adventist Christian (PK-8)

1500 Cox Rd.

St Marks Academy (PK-6)

2 Church St.
Episcopal, class max=20, FCIS & FKC accredited, ERB test scores available

Cocoa Beach Christian (PK-6)

830 S. Atlantic Av.

A-BEKA curriculum. Certified Christian teachers. 6:30am to 5:50pm supervision.

Our Savior Catholic (PK-8)

5301 N. Atlantic Av.
Computers, academics, athletics

Holy Name of Jesus Catholic (PK-8)

3060 Highway A1A
Child-centered caring Christian Community. Every classroom networked. CTBS scores in 85-88 national percentile

Riverside Christian Academy (K-6)

3333 North Riverside Dr.

Especially for Children (PK-8)

1230 Banana River Dr.
Montessori

Especially for Children (PK-K)

455 E. Eau Gallie Bl.
Montessori

New Covenant Christian (K-12)

1926 S. Babcock St
Established in 1983 as a private school for homeschoolers.  All the advantages of private school AND home school.

Adventist Church (K-8)

210 W. New Haven Av.

American Academy (K-12)

1855 Lansing St.
9th graders score at 12th grade level in C.A.T., dual enrollment with Brev Community College

Ascension Catholic (PK-8)

2950 North Harbor City Bl.
School of Excellence, - accredited by Florida Catholic Conference, all teachers certified, strong academic curriculum, extensive sports program,  before/after school program, large selection of extra-curricular activities..

Brevard Christian School (K-12)

1100 W. Dorchester Av.
Elementary: Strong phonics, accelerated reading program, computers, high achievement testing in math.  Secondary: College oriented math/science program, state-of-the-art computer lab, 87% college-bound in '98.  Sports for upper elementary thru high school. FHSAA affiliated, fully accredited with FACCS.

Brevard Jewish Community School (PK-6)

5995 N. Wickham Road
Open to children of all faiths. Preschool through sixth, plans to expand a new grade level each year. First Brevard County private elementary school accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Low pupil-teacher ratio. Carefully developed core curriculum. Staff includes a P.E. teacher and Hebrew teacher. "Mommy and Me" held for toddlers up to 3 years of age.

Brevard Learning Clinic (K-12, adult)

1900 S. Harbor City Bl.
Experience a one-to-one approach in teaching, enrichment and intervention focused on dyslexia, learning disabilities and academic problems.

Calvary Chapel Christian (PK-8)

2955 Minton Rd. West Melbourne
Age 2 thru 8th grade. A-BEKA & Bob Jones University curriculum.

Community Christian (PK-12)

1616 Ferndale Av.
A-BEKA curriculum. 1996 grade 6 SAT=89.8 . Dual enrollment Brev Comm College, interscholastic sports. Represented by over 35 local churches. Accredited - Association of Christian Schools International

Country Day for Children (K-3)

1281 S. Wickham Rd.
Montessori

Diamond Community School (K-8)

2802 Lipscomb St.

Eau Gallie Christian Academy (K-3)

1660 Croton Rd.
Strong Phonics/Math. Hands-on learning. Computers, Bible, music. Certified teachers.

Faith Fellowship Academy

2820 Business Center Bl

Florida Air Academy (PK, 6-12)

1950 S. Academy Dr.
FAA is a premier co-ed Junior Air Force ROTC college prep day and boarding school for grades 6 - 12.  100% college acceptance since 1978.  Academic excellence enhanced by Honors and AP programs, exciting electives, full athletic sports program, clubs, and special activities.  Small class sizes with low student-teacher ratio.  Fully accredited by both Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS) and Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).  Now offering infant to toddler (up to 3 years old) Preschool on campus!

Holy Trinity Episcopal (PK-12)

50 W. Strawbridge Av. & 5625 Holy Trinity Drive
Holy Trinity is two schools, fully accredited by Florida Council of Independent Schools, offering a rigorous curriculum that includes honors and advanced placement classes. Highly qualified faculty, low student-to faculty ratio and a successful program of extra-curricular and athletic activities.   

Melbourne Central Catholic High (9-12)

100 East Florida Av.
Full college prep includes Honors and Advanced Placement in English, Science, Math, History, Theology, and Foreign Languages. 1998 graduating class of 145 students earned $5.8 million in college scholarships.

Fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

New Covenant Christian (K-12)

1926 S. Babcock St
Established in 1983 as a private school for homeschoolers.  All the advantages of private school AND home school. 

New Covenant Christian (K-12)

4028 S. Babcock St.

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic (PK-8)

420 East Fee Av.
Excellence in Catholic education for over 45 years.

Seaside Christian (PK-12)

399 E. Eau Gallie Bl.

Seventh-Day Adventist Church (K-8)

210 West New Haven Av.
Multi-grade, 50 students, 3 teachers

Suntree Montessori (PK-K)

2990 Business Center Bl.
ages 3-6

Wade Christian Academy (K-12)

4300 North Wickham Rd.

West Melbourne Christian Academy (K-10)

3150 Milwaukee Av.
ABEKA Curriculum. Before/after school care. Year round programs

Alpha Academy (PK-1)

3645 N. Courtenay
Multi-age teaching emphasizes God & family, hands-on methods, art, music, dance. Children work at highest level of their capability. Waiting list.

Atlantic Inclusive Academy (PK-12)

5525 N. Courtenay
Accreditation in progress

Divine Mercy Catholic (PK-8)

1940 N. Courtenay
World Champion - Odessey of the Mind. Also known for oratorical, math and science awards. National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence.

Calvary Chapel Christian (PK-6)

3500 N Courtenay
Age 2 thru 6th grade, ACSI accredited. A-BEKA & Bob Jones University curriculum.

Merritt Island Christian (PK-12)

140 Magnolia

College prep with advanced placement, honors. Fully accredited, Biblical teaching, character, leadership, service, JH, JV & varsity sports, 725 students

Florida Christian Academy (PK-6)

2395 Kentucky Av.

Covenant Christian (K-12)

720 Emerson Dr.

Fully accredited with Christian Schools of Florida and member of Association of Christian Schools International. Christian biblical excellence in an academic program complete with Advanced Placement and Honors Courses, athletics, and SAT scores 2 grade levels above average. 1999 graduates awarded an average of $18,080 per senior in college scholarships.

Eastside Christian (K-12)

1465 Clearmonth St.

Heritage Christian (K-12)

891 Coply St. SE

Liberty High (10-12)

4610 Lipscomb St.

St. Josephs Catholic (PK-8)

5320 Babcock Street, NE

Creates a Christian environment in which each student grows spiritually, intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally in a flexible curriculum leading to personal fulfillment. Ask about accreditation, labs, and competitions that provide a rich experience.

Victory Christian Academy (K-12)

100 Emerson Dr NW

Educational Horizons Charter School (K-2)

3000 Fiske Bl.
Public Charter School. Specializing in children not progressing in current educational environment. Improve cognitive skills, reading and math, learning deficits.

Rockledge Christian (PK-8)

2175 S. Fiske Bl
A-BEKA. PE, arts, sports, computers, electives

Rockledge Montessori (PK-K)

3000 S. Fiske Bl.

St. Marys Catholic (PK-8)

1152 S. Seminole Dr.
Computers, music, art, band

Trinity Lutheran (PK-6)

1330 S. Fiske Bl.
Quality Christian education for 40 years. New facilities.

Keystone Academy (PK-3)

Students learn at their own level and pace. Twelve children in a class.

Brevard Montessori (PK-K)

1130 South Patrick Dr.
Not-for-profit alliance of families and teachers working together to provide the community with a specially prepared environment geared to the size, pace and interest of children between the age of three and six. Focus: cultivate the child's own natural curiosity and love of learning

Lake Fern Montessori (K-2)

257 Aguinaldo Av.

Established 1981. Family-friendly environment. Comprehensive educational program.

Park Avenue Christian Academy (PK-8)

2600 S. Park Av.

St. Theresas Catholic (PK-8)

207 Ojibway St.

Temple Christian (K-12)

1400 N. US 1

Titusville Christian (PK-12)

3155 South St.

Registration Normally, the school your child will attend is determined by your permanent residence, but a limited Student Accommodation Plan gives you the ability to request a different public school. Alternate and Choice Schools do not depend on your living nearby. School assignment should be discussed with the School Board office. See also: Florida Department of Education Choice Office

Schools of Choice vs. Charter Schools Two types of government schools attempt to differentiate their program from standard public schools in response to the School Choice movement. Those marked "Schools of Choice" are special-focus government schools allowed to uphold application criteria and acceptance standards.  Charter schools operate privately under their own board of directors, free of most bureaucratic regulations, under a performance contract, or charter, that specializes in a different focus or method of delivery;  however, Charters must accept all applicants if there is room. The school board supervises both of these "competitors". Both generally have a waiting list. Instead of selecting purely on merit, they unfortunately employ a lottery, but give preference to siblings.

When your child enters kindergarten or first grade you will be required to show a birth certificate. All new students must submit proof of residence, immunization records, and the results of a recent (1 year) physical. Most local doctors have the forms. At registration, the school will make arrangements for obtaining your child's transfer records. Social Security numbers are requested, but cannot be required.

Brevard Public School Calendar

Brevard Virtual School offers American Government, Economics, Personal Fitness, Life Management, FCAT Prep - 8th grade, FCAT Prep - 10th grade, SAT Preparation, BPS Service Learning, Latin I, Physics.

Florida Virtual School Orlando-based online school founded in 1997 serves 54,000 students worldwide, some full-time, some for supplemental classes, all tuition-free. Offers more than 90 middle and high-school classes, from basic algebra to Advanced Placement and Honors. All meet Florida standards and are taught by certified teachers. The school caters to a wide range of academic abilities, but students do best with a good dose of self-discipline.

Sunshine State Standards - Florida Department of Education curriculum

Governor's Accountability Report  Grades by School 

Highest combined score in red