Florida Air Academy
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Florida Air Academy is a private co-ed boarding school founded in 1961 by Jonathan Dwight, located in Melbourne, Florida
. Students grade 6-12 are provided college-preparatory education. There are 300 students and 45 faculty members.
The academy is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
.
Boarding students arise at 7:30 A.M. They have breakfast at the dining hall until 8:15. All dormitories are inspected in the morning to ensure cleanliness. Students may meet with their teachers from 8:30 to 8:55 for any individual help they may need. All students must be on campus by 8:55 to attend class at 9 A.M.
The school day is made up of six class periods, with a five minute passing period between each class. The last class ends at 2:45 and is followed by an "activity period," which varies from day to day, Monday through Thursday. Students may participate in bi-weekly "focus groups" such as drama, journalism, photography, LEGO Builders, card games, surf/skate, street hockey, basketball, academic extra help, Spanish films, environmental club, etc. Boarding students are given the option of going home for the weekend, and can take bus shuttles to various parts of Florida, or stay on campus. If the student stays on campus, a variety of activities are planned for the students. Activities include trips to area theme parks, visits to the local beach, ice skating, bowling, and daily trips to the mall.
are employed by the Academy to monitor each student's progress. Training aircraft located at Melbourne International Airport
. Over 30 single and twin engine aircraft are available for training, including Piper Warriors, the complex retractable-gear Arrow, and the multi-engine Seminole.
Florida
Florida is a state in the southeastern United States, located on the nation's Atlantic and Gulf coasts. It is bordered to the west by the Gulf of Mexico, to the north by Alabama and Georgia and to the east by the Atlantic Ocean. With a population of 18,801,310 as measured by the 2010 census, it...
. Students grade 6-12 are provided college-preparatory education. There are 300 students and 45 faculty members.
The academy is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools is one of the six regional accreditation organizations recognized by the United States Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation...
.
Cadet Life
Boarding students live with 1 or 2 roommates depending on the size of the room. Each has twin beds, desks, swivel chairs and closets. Students are allowed to have a footlocker for additional storage. Students may use the school's linens or provide their own.Boarding students arise at 7:30 A.M. They have breakfast at the dining hall until 8:15. All dormitories are inspected in the morning to ensure cleanliness. Students may meet with their teachers from 8:30 to 8:55 for any individual help they may need. All students must be on campus by 8:55 to attend class at 9 A.M.
The school day is made up of six class periods, with a five minute passing period between each class. The last class ends at 2:45 and is followed by an "activity period," which varies from day to day, Monday through Thursday. Students may participate in bi-weekly "focus groups" such as drama, journalism, photography, LEGO Builders, card games, surf/skate, street hockey, basketball, academic extra help, Spanish films, environmental club, etc. Boarding students are given the option of going home for the weekend, and can take bus shuttles to various parts of Florida, or stay on campus. If the student stays on campus, a variety of activities are planned for the students. Activities include trips to area theme parks, visits to the local beach, ice skating, bowling, and daily trips to the mall.
Recognition
- Boy basketball Class 3A champions 2007
- Boys Basketball Class 3A State Champions 1998, 2001, 2003, 2005
- Boys Baseball Class 3A State Champions 1998
- Boys Baseball Class 2A State Champions 1992-1993 season
- Class 3A State Champion, triple jump, long jump, high jump
Surf Team
The FAA Surf Team travels to nearby beaches several times a week throughout the school year and summer.Skateboarding
This club meets weekly for skateboard outings to local skate parks. Members learn, improve and share their skills with other skaters.Flight Training
Designed to meet the needs of the individual, the programs teaches the basics of aviation, and responsibility and decision-making skills. Flight instructors from The Florida Institute of TechnologyFlorida Institute of Technology
Florida Institute of Technology, also known as Florida Tech, is an independent private technical research university located in Melbourne, Florida, United States. Founded in 1958 as Brevard Engineering College, the institute has been known by its present name since 1966. Florida Tech's curriculum...
are employed by the Academy to monitor each student's progress. Training aircraft located at Melbourne International Airport
Melbourne International Airport
Melbourne International Airport is a public airport located 1 1/2 miles northwest of the downtown business district of Melbourne, a city in Brevard County, Florida, United States. Located on central Florida's Space Coast, the airport is accessed via NASA Boulevard...
. Over 30 single and twin engine aircraft are available for training, including Piper Warriors, the complex retractable-gear Arrow, and the multi-engine Seminole.
Drum & Bugle
The Drum and Bugle Corps is made up of students in grades 7 to 12. Members of the D&B Corps perform in holiday ensembles on and off-campus. There is a music camp just prior to the beginning of the school year.Academic Team
This organization competes against teams from other high schools in a contest of academic and general knowledge.Model Rocket Club
The AFJROTC Model Rocket Program develops skills necessary for building and launching model rockets, and furthers knowledge of aerospace and space exploration. Students must be in good standing to join.Notable alumni
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