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About Cambridge Academy
The purpose of the Cambridge Academy at Liberty Middle School is to prepare students for the demands and expectations of specialized, advanced academic programs in high school such as Cambridge AICE, IB and AP.
The curriculum encourages:
- An investigative approach to learning
- The ability to undertake individual projects and to work as part of a team
- Development of writing skills and higher levels of thinking and problem solving
Why Cambridge?
- A Cambridge diploma is a qualification recognized internationally by universities and employers.
- Cambridge students have, on average, a higher end of university freshman year GPA than those coming from other acceleration programs.
- Studies show that Cambridge programs are equally rigorous as International Baccalaureate programs.
- Students passing Cambridge exams are guaranteed college credit at all Florida public universities.
Why Cambridge in Middle School?
- The opportunity to work as part of a cohort as you progress through Middle School.
- The opportunity to earn up to 8 high school credits before entering your freshman year.
- A guaranteed spot in the Cambridge Program at Colonial High School
- STEM opportunities through special classes and clubs
Academy Requirements
A Cambridge Academy student is one who is academically motivated and willing to work with others.
All students are welcome to apply, but there are some requirements:
- 3.0 GPA or higher
- FAST performance equivalent to on-grade level
How do I apply to the Cambridge Academy?
The electronic application will open on November 1 and will close at midnight on February 15.
- A student must be residing in Orange County at the time the application is submitted.
- The application will be available for submission online at www.schoolchoice.ocps.net.
- Siblings of current magnet students will be given preference for admission.
What else does Liberty have to offer my child?
- AVID School
- STEM School offering engineering and robotics classes
- Award winning Arts programs
- Intramural and organized team sports
- A variety of high school credit courses
- A variety of clubs such as Science Olympiad & Robotics Club
For more information regarding Cambridge Academy at Liberty Middle School contact:
Mrs. Darcy Ruby at [email protected] or Ms. Ida Castillo at [email protected]