Varela’s Virtual Village Coming Soon Varela’s Virtual Village Opening Fall 2011 for 11th and 12th graders

Varela’s Virtual Village 15255 SW 96 Street Miami, Florida 33196 305-792-7900 x-5320 Connie Navarro, Principal

A School of the Future Integrate technology into every area of the learning community, including curriculum delivery, community collaboration, content creation, and sharing content and assessments. Prepare students (learners) for success in our digital world and global economy.

will feature: Rigorous curriculum consisting of Honors and Advanced Placement courses Fully wireless environment Hands-on activities, dual enrollment options and real world experience Dynamic instruction focusing on leadership and problem-solving skills Online and face-to-face classes Laptops for all students for classwork and homework assignments Opportunities for internships and community-based projects This unique learning environment will encourages inquiry and creativity, and students will gain 21st century skills to help them meet the needs and expectations of an ever-changing cultural and economic landscape, while remaining competitive in the workforce.

Curriculum 11th Graders AP English Language Honors or AP Math AP American History Honors or AP Science AP Art History Elective, AP Course or Internship 12th AP English Literature AP Government/ AP Economics AP FVS Course, Elective Denotes dual enrollment FIU courses Dual enrollment science courses includes lab time after school at FIU

AP: Performance and Participation Overview Braddock Coral Park Killian Sunset SAS (South) Southwest Ferguson Varela English Lit 34 54 31 36 63 18 35.5 77 English language 35 58 38 40 * 52 27 62 Art: Studio 37 78 French Language 14 100 65 Gov & Politics Comparative 70 Economics: Macro 13 56 74 3 39 7 50 42 Calculus BC 81 88 15 71 Spanish Lit 80 84 91 World History 17 12 20 23 45 Biology 16 25 30 46

AP: Performance Overview Braddock Coral Park Killian Sunset SAS (South) Southwest Ferguson Varela Total # Test takers 418 485 1192 496 200 757 693 709 # exams Taken 790 879 2065 969 679 1373 1190 1107 # of grades 3-5 247 462 706 210 291 539 445 568 % passing rate 31 52 34 22 42 39 37 51

Why ? Small school setting Ability to participate in all traditional high school activities, clubs and athletics Internship opportunities Ivy-League College Trip (Proposed) Use of laptop computer at school and home Use of latest technology College prep courses/dual enrollment Individualized educational plan with facilitator.

Eligibility Criteria 11th and 12th Grade in 2011 3.0 Grade Point Average unweighted* in Core Academic Courses 2.0 Average in Conduct No more than 10 unexcused absences/tardies for the 2010-11 school year Must have passed the 10th grade FCAT math and reading tests Students entering 11th grade must have successfully completed required coursework for 9th and 10th grades, including Algebra II and Chemistry If not a Dade County Public School student, submit a copy of 9th grade and current report card to Felix Varela Senior High School. Attn : Ms. Madelyn Rodriguez *required for dual enrollment w/ FIU

Application Process New magnet application for at http://varelahs.dadeschools.net Application can be sent in even if accepted at another magnet Acceptance at another magnet can be declined to accept a seat at Applications due to FVSH by April 29, 2011

For more information, please contact Ms For more information, please contact Ms. Madelyn Rodriguez, Facilitator at mrodriguez@dadeschools.net or (305)752-7900 x 5320

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