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Non-Traditional Education Enrollment Options

Duval County Programs

AMIKids
Program: At AMIkids programs, our kids are not only encouraged to pursue their GED or catch up on their grades to get back in school, many are provided with various training and industry-recognized certifications to be job-ready when they return to their families and neighborhoods, improving the talented workforce, strengthening their community, and further inspiring them to stay on the road to success. Residential, day treatment, vocational and prevention programs.
Requirements: Risks and needs of each student are assessed and an appropriate treatment plan is developed, which features a combination of education, behavior modification, and treatment.

Contact location for enrollment.
Location:13375 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32246
Website | 904.223.1121

Bridge to Success Academy
Program: provides an opportunity for students who are two or more years over-age with individualized support to help students graduate on time. 
Requirements: 2 or more years overage and/or 1 or more retentions
Grades 4-8th
904.630.6592 | Grades 9-12th 904.924.3469

Gateway
Program: Residential and outpatient treatment programs. Academic and counseling support.
Requirements: Risks and needs of each student are assessed and an appropriate treatment plan is developed, which features a combination of education, behavior modification, and treatment. Contact location for enrollment.
Location: 555 Stockton Street, Jacksonville, FL 32204
Website | 877.389.9966 | 904.387.4661

Horizon Institute
Program: designed around flexibility and meeting individualized needs. The program offers a shorter school day than used in traditional programs, and flexible course schedules.
Requirements: ages 11-21 in grades 6-12th who are academically at risk in another school setting or who simply need a second chance. Students who commonly enter our program are two or more grade levels behind their age, but they have the drive to excel.
(904) 337-4090

Marine Science Education Center
Program: A vocational program where at risk students can graduate with a state recognized performance-based diploma.
Requirements: Ages 16 to 19 and must be at least one year behind. Contact location for enrollment.
Contact: 1347 Palmer St., Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Marine Science Education Center | 904.247.5973

MYcroSchool - 3 High School Campuses
Program: Dropout recovery program providing students a chance to earn a standard High School Diploma with a flexible schedule.
Requirements: Ages 16 to 21. Contact location for enrollment.
Contact:
MYcroSchool Jacksonville Charter - 904.783.3611
LoneStar - 904.725.5998
Biscayne - 904.252.6311

PACE Center for Girls
Program: Academic and counseling program that provides year round high school
academics, case management, counseling services, life skill coaching in a gender responsive environment.
Requirements: Age 12 to 17 Females. Risks and needs of each student are assessed and an
appropriate treatment plan is developed. At least one year behind in school. Contact location for enrollment.
Contact: 2933 University Blvd. N., Jacksonville 32211
Website | 904.448.8002, Ext. 3392

State/Other Option Programs

Florida Virtual School - FLVS
Program: Individual online high school courses available year-round, in a part-time credit
recovery, initial credit program or a full-time online high school that leads to a diploma.
Requirements: Online Application.
Location: 2145 Metrocenter Boulevard, Suite 100, Orlando, FL 32835
Website | 800.374.1430

Florida Youth ChalleNGe Academy
Program: A residential program in a highly disciplined and motivational environment promoting structure and academics along with leadership, health, service to the community, life skills, job skills, physical fitness and citizenship.
Requirements:
Ages 16-18 years old. (must be 16 by the first day and cannot turn 19 before the start of the program). Legal resident of the United States, Florida. Students at-risk of dropping out of high school or credit deficient. Students free from any serious involvement with the law
(free of felony charges and no pending court proceedings).
Contact: 5629 Florida 16 (Camp Blanding); Bldg 3800, Starke, FL 32091
Website | 866.276.9304

FSCJ Adult Education - 4 Campuses
Program: Adult High School, GED® Preparation: High School Equivalency,
Adult Basic Education (ABE) and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).
Requirements: Ages: 16 to 17 (minimum GED) | Ages: 18+ (diploma program). Online Application.
Contact: 101 W State St, Jacksonville, FL 32202
Campuses: Downtown, South, North & Cecil Field
Website | 904.357-8943

Home Education
Program: Home Education is a parent-directed education alternative, wherein students can explore and learn at an individual pace. Curriculum Options Available: Parent Directed, DVIA, FLVS, FSCJ-ADULT STUDIES.
Requirements: Submit Notice of Intent to Establish a Home Education Program within 30 days of start. Maintain Parent Report of Home School Grades. Adhere to the Annual Evaluation Checklist.
Contact: 1701 Prudential Dr., Jacksonville 32207, 4th Floor
Website | 904.390.2477

Job Corps Jacksonville
Program: Career technical training and education program providing students with hands-on training in America's fastest growing careers.
Requirements: Ages 16 to 24. Income eligible and able to work in the USA. Online Application.
Contract: 811 Payne Stewart Dr., Jacksonville 32209
800.733.5627, 904.360.8228

San Jose Cyber Academy
Program: San Jose Cyber is providing students and families with a high quality, personalized education experience. Students can choose their own start date and learn at a pace that’s right for them, all from the convenience of home or their school.
Requirements: grades K-12
Location: 11363 San Jose Blvd #200, Jacksonville 32223
904.337.4090 x 1

Graduation Rate Initiatives Team
Parent Resource Center, Building B, 2nd Floor
4037 Boulevard Center Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32207
Email GRIT | 904.390.2976

School Counseling Services
Parent Resource Center, Building B, 2nd Floor
4037 Boulevard Center Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32207
Email School Counseling Services | 904.390.2090

Families in Transition (Homeless Education)
Parent Resource Center, Building B
4037 Boulevard Center Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32207
Email Families in Transition | 904.390.2222

Teen Parent Service Center
1701 Prudential Drive, 4th Floor, Room 427
Jacksonville, Florida 32207
Email Teen Parent Service Center | 904.390.2050 

School Behavioral Health
Full Service Schools | Project Aware

Parent Resource Center, Building B
4037 Boulevard Center Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32207  
904.390.2926