Academic Highlights

• Horace Mann offers the highest quality academic courses

• Horace Mann offers advanced academic courses in all of the core class areas

• Horace Mann offers gifted classes in Language Arts and Math to those students who qualify

• Horace Mann offers Algebra I / Algebra I Honors, Physical Science and Web Design... all classes that offer HIGH SCHOOL CREDITS

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iPrep Math

• 21st century personalized and blended learning environment

• Choice-driven program with voluntary participation of schools, teachers, and students

• Curriculum aligned with the goals of the Common Core State Standards

• Wrap-around services provided through academic & behavioral counseling programs

• College and career preparation skills provided by ConnectEDU

 

To see HMMS iPrep Math in action CLICK HERE and scroll down to iPrep news article

 

For more information about the iPrep Math Lab CLICK HERE

 

Associated with Cambridge University

Cambridge International Examinations is the world’s largest provider of international education programmes and qualifications for 5 to 19 year olds. They are a not for profit organization and part of the University of Cambridge, one of the world’s top universities and trusted for excellence in education. Our qualifications are recognized by the world’s universities and employers. 

 

SECONDARY 1 PROGRAM

The Cambridge Secondary 1 Program is an innovative and accelerated method of academic study offered solely through the University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE).

• The world’s largest provider of K-12 international education programs

• A global model for academic excellence through rigorous standards and high expectations

• An educational leader in 160 countries, with programs in over 9000 schools

• Part of England’s renowned University of Cambridge

 

THE CHECKPOINT PROGRAM

• Challenges students to excel in Math, Science, and Languages

• Assesses student achievement based on international benchmarks

• Incorporates a global vision of learning with sensitivity to cultural differences

• Encourages critical thinking and the development of problem solving skills

• Provides access to high school courses in mathematics and science in grades 7 and 8

• Prepares students for accelerated academic programs in high school

 

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

An Academic Experience

Part of the University of Cambridge’s Cambridge International Examinations, the Secondary 1 Program is an engaging, accelerated, academic experience for highly motivated learners age 11-14.

Flexible Curriculum

Students in Cambridge Secondary 1 are exposed to a flexible curriculum framework that is compatible with Florida’s Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS) and the evolving Common Core Standards.

Student Initiative & Creativity

Students develop skills and understanding in the core content areas that lead to the exploration of the arts and humanities. Emphasis is placed on student initiative, creativity, and analytical thinking. Eighth graders are assessed with Checkpoint examinations that measure student progress against international benchmarks.

A Proven Record of Success

Students who continue in Cambridge’s AICE Diploma at the high school level will follow a program with a proven record of success. A University of Florida study conducted by the Director of Admissions found that AICE program graduates attending UF had a higher average end-of-freshmen year GPA than students from Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) programs.