Academy Applications Closed

Online applications have been closed for the 2010-2011 school year. Open enrollment for 2011-2012 will be announced soon. Please continue to check this page for the most recent updates on academy enrollment possibilities. Be prepared by becoming familiar with the general application requirements below and by finding the career academy that is right for you.

Pre-Application Checklist

During the application process you will be asked for the following. It is advisable to have this information prepared prior to applying so that you may copy and paste this information into the application.

  1. Statement of Interest: In 150 words or less, describe why the student would like to be in their desired academy.
  2. Two References: Provide the name, school, and email address of two references. References may be teachers, deans or administrators.

FCAT Scores

In the event that an incoming 9th grader does not pass the 8th grade FCAT he or she may be required to take intensive Math or Reading. These remedial courses may take up elective space within the students schedule thus not allowing room for academy classes. If this is the case the student would be ineligible for acceptance into the academy.


Application and Admission Requirements for All Academy Students

  • A student should have a genuine interest in the career area for which the student is applying.
  • The applicant may not have a past history of consistent, serious discipline problems as defined by the Code of Student Conduct.
  • Students zoned for the academy's school will be given first priority.  Out of zone students may transfer into an academy based on space availability.
  • Transportation will not be provided by the school district for out of zone transfers.
  • If a student is accepted into a high school career academy but prior to entering that program is reassigned to a district discipline program or expelled due to a violation of the Code of Student Conduct, he/she will be considered ineligible for admission.
  • Out-of-zone students who leave a career academy must return to their zoned school.
  • Out-of-zone seniors who leave an academy will not be able to remain at the out-of zone school through the use of a “senior transfer.”

Charter School Academy Applications

In order to be considered for a Career Academy in a charter school, the student must be currently enrolled in the school. For information on how to apply for charter school enrollment, contact the school directly or contact the Office of Magnet Choice and Charter Schools. This procedure applies to all charter school academies including:

  • Lake Wales High - Early Childhood and Teacher Education Academy
  • McKeel Academy - McKeel Academy of Web Design