Academy of Children’s and Educational Studies

Haines City High School

Lead Teacher:  Judy Perry
Phone:  (863) 421-3281
Fax:  (863) 421-3283

2800 Hornet Drive
Haines City, FL  33844

ACES provides experience and specialized instruction for students interested in working with children. Students help operate a program which provides care for children from 12 weeks to 5 years of age, giving the high school students hands-on experience with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. The program also gives students the opportunity to interact with children on a daily basis, allowing them to discover if they are suited for a career in working with children.

Academy of Design and Technology

George Jenkins High School

Lead Teacher:  Jessica Salas
Phone:  (863) 648-3566
Fax:  (863) 648-3573

6000 Lakeland Highlands Road
Lakeland, FL  33813

ADT offers training as a Web Designer, Graphic Designer and Computer Systems Analyst. Students will prepare for careers in the high-growth, high-salary careers of Computer Systems Analysts, Computer Programmers, and Computer Specialists with the opportunity to earn up to one year of college credit.

Academy of Engineering

George Jenkins High School

Lead Teacher:  James Heuslein
Phone:  (863) 648-3566
Fax:  (863) 648-3573

6000 Lakeland Highlands Road
Lakeland, FL  33813

The Academy of Engineering is the joint effort of GJHS, Polk State College, and the business community to give relevant and comprehensive training regarding the field of Engineering and Manufacturing. Students involved in the Academy of Engineering will be held to the highest standards of educational and professional excellence. Students that complete the Academy classes and pass the MSSC certification exam will receive college credit at Polk State College.

Academy of Finance

Lake Gibson High School

Lead Teacher:  Harriett Wallace
Phone:  (863) 853-6100
Fax:  (863) 853-6108

7007 N. Socrum Loop Road
Lakeland, FL  33809

This program gives students an introduction to personal finance through project based learning. Emphasis is placed upon a college preparatory curriculum.

Academy of Hospitality and Tourism

Winter Haven High School

Lead Teacher:  Linda Robinson
Phone:  (863) 291-5330
Fax:  (863) 297-3024

600 6th St SE
Winter Haven, FL  33880

The Academy of Hospitality and Tourism will provide students with the academic, social, and technical skills necessary for global economic leadership. Through the study of business theory and the observation, practice, and application of business skills, students will experience an education that connects the classroom with the real world.

Academy of Legal Studies

George Jenkins High School

Lead Teacher:  Tina Balentine
Phone:  (863) 648-3566
Fax:  (863) 648-3573

6000 Lakeland Highlands Road
Lakeland, FL  33813

This law-themed academy focuses on thinking, reading, writing, and research. Students who take the real estate pathway will qualify to take the Florida real estate licensing exam. Through an articulation agreement with Keiser University, students earn 12 credits toward a paralegal AAS degree and eventual paralegal certification.

Academy of Media Production

Haines City High School

Lead Teacher:  Lori Proctor
Phone:  (863) 421-3281
Fax:  (863) 421-3283

2800 Hornet Drive
Haines City, FL  33844

The Academy of Media Production provides students the learning environment in which they can develop skills in fields such as advertising, multimedia, journalism, publishing, and graphic arts.

Academy of Natural Resources

Kathleen High School

Lead Teacher:  Keitha Hall
Phone:  (863) 499-2215
Fax:  (863) 499-2766

1100 Red Devil Way
Lakeland, FL  33815

Agriculture courses provide students with skills for the workplace in many different areas; including agricultural communications, agriculture mechanics, aquaculture, animal science, forestry and horticulture. Students will understand that leadership, teamwork and responsibility are all components to success. Students learn from hands-on activities, work in the classroom and also through the largest student run organization in the world, the FFA.

Academy of Veterinary Science

George Jenkins High School

Lead Teacher:  James Sweeney
Phone:  (863) 648-3566
Fax:  (863) 648-3573

6000 Lakeland Highlands Road
Lakeland, FL  33813

The academy of Veterinary Science is a four-year program of study designed to prepare high school students for entry into post-secondary education majoring in Veterinary Sciences, as well as direct entry into a related Veterinary career after high school.

Academy of Veterinary Science

Lakeland High School

Lead Teacher:  Jason Butler
Phone:  (863) 499-2900
Fax:  (863) 499-2917

726 Hollingsworth Rd
Lakeland, FL  33801

The Academy of Veterinary Sciences offers students a chance to work one on one with various animals. Courses include anatomy and Physiology, Grooming, Breed Identification, Animal Behavior, and Career Explorations.

Auburndale Communications Academy

Auburndale High School

Lead Teacher:  Nick Carroll
Phone:  (863) 965-6200 ext. 259
Fax:  (863) 965-6245

1 Bloodhound Trail
Auburndale, FL  33823

The Auburndale Communications Academy is a three-year Information Technology career and professional academy. The Academy offers Industry Certifications in Adobe products such as: Photoshop, Dreamweaver, InDesign, and Illustrator along with AutoCAD Certification and NCTI Certifications. Students choose a specific career pathway such as Promotional Graphics, Web Designer, TV Broadcast, Broadband Services Installers and CAD Engineering. Articulation, dual enrollment, and business/education partnerships are emphasized.

Auburndale Medical Academy

Auburndale High School

Lead Teacher:  Angela Carroll
Phone:  (863) 965-6200
Fax:  (863) 965-6245

1 Bloodhound Trail
Auburndale, FL  33823

Do you enjoy helping people? Become part of the healthcare workforce, and continue your education in a health related field. By beginning early, you will gain cutting edge learning experiences and the “know-how” that is needed in the medical profession.

Bartow Middle Pre-Medical Academy

Bartow Middle School

Lead Teacher:  Jerry Coe
Phone:  (863) 534-7415
Fax:  (863) 534-7418

550 E. Clower St.
Bartow, FL  33830

Pre-Medical academies prepare middle school students for a career in the healthcare field.

Bartow Senior Medical and Fire Academy

Bartow High School

Lead Teacher:  Lisa Harboe
Phone:  (863) 534-7400
Fax:  (863) 534-0077

1270 S Broadway Ave
Bartow, FL  33830

This program trains students in First Responder, EKG Aid, and CNA. Most graduates leave with CPR instructor certification.

Central Florida Aerospace Academy

Kathleen High School

Lead Teacher:  Keith Smith
Phone:  (863) 647-4761
Fax:  (863) 647-4764

4141 Medulla Road
Lakeland, FL  33811

The Central Florida Aerospace Academy provides a meaningful and content rich education that will motivate students at all levels. Students are challenged to reach high levels of achievement in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Criminal Justice, Law and Career Academy

Kathleen High School

Lead Teacher:  Richard Dobson
Phone:  (863) 499-2655
Fax:  (863) 499-2726

1100 Red Devil Way
Lakeland, FL  33815

The academy assists students in acquiring an understanding the American legal and criminal justice systems. The academy provides an opportunity for student to participate in hands-on training and prepares students to explore the wide range of career opportunities related to criminal justice and law.

Digital Imagery Academy

McKeel Academy

Lead Teacher:  Elesha Jones
Phone:  (863) 499-2818
Fax:  (863) 603-6339

1810 West Parker Street
Lakeland, FL  33815

The Digital Imagery Academy is a three-year career and professional academy which offers Industry Certifications in Adobe products such as: Photoshop, Dreamweaver, InDesign, and Premiere. Students learn skills that prepare them for high paying jobs in design, advertising or media.

Distrotek

Kathleen High School

Lead Teacher:  Malinda Pough
Phone:  (863) 499-2215
Fax:  (863) 499-2766

1100 Red Devil Way
Lakeland, FL  33815

Distrotek provides students with skills for the workplace in the area of Management and Supervision. In the process of their studies, each student will be motivated to become an effective and professional manager. Students will understand that effective leadership is accomplished through venues of ethical policies, enjoyable work environments, and engaging team pursuits.

Engineering Technology Career Academy

Ridge Community High School

Lead Teacher:  David Lintner
Phone:  (863) 419-3315
Fax:  (863) 419-3321

500 Orchid Drive
Davenport, FL  33837

The Engineering Academy seeks to expose students to a wide variety of technical areas within the engineering technology career field. The program features AMATROL Integrated Technology concepts. Students are prepared for postsecondary work and the engineering job market.

Future Educators Academy

Bartow High School

Lead Teacher:  Kerry Brown
Phone:  (863) 534-7400
Fax:  (863) 534-0077

1270 S Broadway Ave
Bartow, FL  33830

Future Educators Academy is a program designed for students who are considering a career in education. Whether being a Pre-K teacher or a college professor, FEA can help you test the waters while getting a jump start on a college degree.

GEICO Academy

George Jenkins High School

Lead Teacher:  Donna Canning
Phone:  (863) 648-3566
Fax:  (863) 648-3573

6000 Lakeland Highlands Road
Lakeland, FL  33813

The foundation class for this Academy is

George Jenkins Medical Academy

George Jenkins High School

Lead Teacher:  Deborah Dubendorff
Phone:  (863) 648-3566
Fax:  (863) 648-3573

6000 Lakeland Highlands Road
Lakeland, FL  33813

Do you enjoy helping people? Become part of the healthcare workforce, and continue your education in a health related field. By beginning early, you will gain cutting edge learning experiences and the “know-how” that is needed in the medical profession.

Imagination, Inc.

Lake Region High School

Lead Teacher:  Tresa Warner
Phone:  (863) 297-3099
Fax:  (863) 297-3097

1995 Thunder Road
Eagle Lake, FL  33839

Imagination Inc. combines the Marketing and Communication Technology curriculum in an in-school enterprise environment to provide students real world experiences to prepare them for careers in public relations, advertising, graphic design, event planning, and sales.

Industrial Biotechnology Academy

Lake Gibson High School

Lead Teacher:  Marcia DeMeza
Phone:  (863) 853-6100
Fax:  (863) 853-6108

7007 N. Socrum Loop Road
Lakeland, FL  33809

This is an academy in which students learn basic research skills leading to careers in the fields of medicine, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, industy, agriculture, environmental and forensic sciences.

Innovative Spaces

Frostproof Middle/Senior High School

Lead Teacher:  Laura Corso
Phone:  (863) 635-7809
Fax:  (863) 635-7812

1000 N Palm Ave
Frostproof, FL  33843

Construction is one of the fastest growing careers in Florida. Start building your career now by joining today. This academy offers a unique opportunity for students to participate in hands-on learning experiences.

Lake Gibson Medical Academy

Lake Gibson High School

Lead Teacher:  Samantha Thompson
Phone:  (863) 853-6100
Fax:  (863) 853-6108

7007 N. Socrum Loop Road
Lakeland, FL  33809

This academy offers an education focused around the needs of health care workers. It is a rigorous learning experience that allows students to prepare for any health career. Specialized fields are First Responder, Allied Health, EKG and home health aid.

Lake Region Medical Academy

Lake Region High School

Lead Teacher:  Lynn Keenan
Phone:  (863) 297-3099
Fax:  (863) 297-3097

1995 Thunder Road
Eagle Lake, FL  33839

Do you enjoy helping people? Become part of the healthcare workforce, and continue your education in a health related field. By beginning early, you will gain cutting edge learning experiences and the “know-how” that is needed in the medical profession.

Lakeland Electric Power Academy

Tenoroc High School

Lead Teacher:  Gary Kiger
Phone:  (863) 614-9183
Fax:  (863) 614-9192

4905 Saddle Creek Road
Lakeland, FL  33801

Learn relevant skills that will prepare you for a successful career, as an Electrician, Line Worker, System Control Operator, Meter Technician, Power Plant Operator, or Engineer. Students will gain a solid understanding of industrial electricity and entry-level positions throughout the utility industry.

Mulberry Auto Garage

Mulberry High School

Lead Teacher:  Wade Sumner
Phone:  (863) 701-1104
Fax:  (863) 701-1109

1 Panther Place
Mulberry, FL  33860

Through a creative blend of academic and vocational education, students will gain knowledge and skills to understand automotive maintenance and minor repairs. This program enables students to jumpstart a career in the automotive industry.

Multimedia Communications Academy

Lakeland High School

Lead Teacher:  Frank Webster
Phone:  (863) 499-2900
Fax:  (863) 499-2917

726 Hollingsworth Rd
Lakeland, FL  33801

At the MCA, our goal is to give students real world work experiences in an industry that they have a genuine interest in.  Students can choose either Web, TV/Video, or Digital Audio Production as a main area of focus.

Polk Academy of Business and Technology

Lake Gibson High School

Lead Teacher:  Jan Adams
Phone:  (863) 853-6100
Fax:  (863) 853-6108

7007 N. Socrum Loop Road
Lakeland, FL  33809

PABT’s programs include Accounting, Administrative Assistant, Digital Design, International Business, Legal Administrative Assistant, and Web Design. The Program is designed to provide specialized opportunities for students who have expressed an interest in developing business and technology skills through concentrated computer applications classes.

Recording Arts Academy

Ridge Community High School

Lead Teacher:  Eddy Varela
Phone:  (863) 419-3315
Fax:  (863) 419-3321

500 Orchid Drive
Davenport, FL  33837

The Recording Arts Academy provides students the opportunity to develop a foundation in keyboarding, music theory, the history behind the recording industry, music business, recording equipment and job opportunities available in the recording field. Our students will continue to develop their skills using industry studio equipment and software. Professionalism and personal skills are stressed throughout the entire program enabling them to work cohesively as a team towards success and high level qualities of production.

Ridge Community Medical Academy

Ridge Community High School

Lead Teacher:  Bev Holbrook
Phone:  (863) 419-3315
Fax:  (863) 419-3321

500 Orchid Drive
Davenport, FL  33837

Do you enjoy helping people? Become part of the healthcare workforce, and continue your education in a health related field. By beginning early, you will gain cutting edge learning experiences and the “know-how” that is needed in the medical profession.

Southwest Middle Pre-Medical Academy

Southwest Middle School

Lead Teacher:  Carla Higgins
Phone:  (863) 499-2840
Fax:  (863) 499-2762

2815 Eden Parkway
Lakeland, FL  33803

Pre-Medical academies prepare middle school students for a career in the healthcare field.

Sports Medicine Academy

Kathleen High School

Lead Teacher:  Ginger Rosenau
Phone:  (863) 499-2655
Fax:  (863) 499-2726

1100 Red Devil Way
Lakeland, FL  33815

Students will learn the skills to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of sports injuries, aiding in creating a plan for rehabilitation and designing fitness programs. They will be provided the opportunity to help work community events and complete clinical experiences within the industry.

Style!

Lakeland High School

Lead Teacher:  Dotty Ivey
Phone:  (863) 499-2906
Fax:  (863) 499-2917

726 Hollingsworth Rd
Lakeland, FL  33801

The Style! LHS Fashion Academy is a unique opportunity for students interested in all aspects of Fashion Design. Students learn design, computer based patternmaking and entreneurship.

Winter Haven Medical Academy

Winter Haven High School

Lead Teacher:  Roni Durrwachter
Phone:  (863) 291-5330
Fax:  (863) 297-3024

600 6th St Se
Winter Haven, FL  33880

Do you enjoy helping people? Become part of the healthcare workforce, and continue your education in a health related field. By beginning early, you will gain cutting edge learning experiences and the “know-how” that is needed in the medical profession.