ELEMENTARY SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS

Bartow Elementary: Advanced Learning

Teachers certified in Gifted and Advanced Learning Instruction in Spanish Actively engaged classrooms Communication, Humanities, & Technology (CHaT) Curriculum enhancement via computers & technology labs Fine Arts curriculum After-school tutorial and enrichment activities Eligibility Requirements "S" or "E" in conduct "S" or "E", or 85 overall GPA in core subjects or minimum of 2.5 on a 3.0 scale in all subjects Teacher recommendation Standardized test scores required: contact school for details Strong commitment to academic excellence and program theme

Bloomingdale: Visual and Performing Arts Academy

Emphasis on thematic units incorporating arts into the curriculum Visiting artists train students and teachers in art-based workshops Music: Strings Orchestra (K-5), Keyboarding, Chorus Visual Arts: Fine art, Graphics, and Computer Art Dance: Ballet, Modern/Jazz, Tap, Clogging and Folk Dance Drama: Acting, writing, directing and stage Eligibility Requirements None for students entering kindergarten "S" or "E" in conduct GPA of 80 or higher in all subjects (equivalent to "S" or higher in all subjects) Strong commitment to academic excellence and program theme

Charles Ellis Montessori Academy

Internationally recognized program Offers Spanish, writing, technology Multi-aged classes Cultivation of child's own desire to learn Choice of interests to pursue Emphasis on writing and research Montessori-developed materials Montessori-trained staff Eligibility Requirements Students entering kindergarten "S" or "E" in Conduct "S","E", or 2.5 on a 3.0 scale in all Academic areas Entrance prior to grade 4 or Documented Montessori experience after grade 3 Strong commitment to academic excellence and program theme Please contact Meri New at Ellis Montessori Academy for complete details.