The Madelaine Halmos Academy at Jack & Jill is a private elementary school offering kindergarten through third grade. The Academy will expand to include fourth and fifth grades the following school year.
SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS
- Enriched and stimulating standards based academic program
- Nurturing, safe and caring environment
- Before and after-school care
- Nutritious breakfast, lunch and snack daily, provided free or at a reduced cost
- Professional, qualified teaching team
- Strong parent communication
- Small class sizes
CURRICULUM
Our Elementary school is uniquely qualified to shape future leaders with a curriculum that exceeds Florida and Common Core standards.
- Comprehensive Courses
We instill strong, foundational skills in literacy, math, English, process writing, social studies, science and civics. - Optimized Academic Paths
We maximize the academic potential for each child with individualized academic assessments and goal setting. We provide remediation and enrichment support for all students. - Social and Emotional Concentration
We cultivate an enthusiasm and love for learning in all students by inspiring unique passions. Our team members work to strengthen the skills that our children will need to become socially-emotionally healthy, mindful, empathetic, innovative, self-sufficient and productive citizens. - Cultural Infusion
We extend the classroom by teaching about the vibrant heritage and culture in their community and around the globe. - Technology Integration
We incorporate technology with the use of tablets, personal laptops and interactive whiteboards in each classroom.
ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
Our Out-of-School and Summer Camp programs provide students with an opportunity to balance learning and fun through a variety of experiences. Children are engaged in a stimulating yet comfortable environment with homework help, physical activities and a healthy snack. Activities have included soccer, jewelry making, gardening, martial arts, dance, drama, music and science.
PARENT ENGAGEMENT AND FAMILY STRENGTHENING
We believe that family stability and engagement are keys to academic success. As a result, Jack & Jill’s Family Strengthening programs and support services are available to all Academy families. The families of all of our students are expected to participate in our family program and are encouraged to participate in our Parent Council and volunteer with the school. Teachers communicate with parents regularly through conferences, growth plans, progress reports and quarterly report cards as well as through phone apps designed to increase parental engagement.
TUITION AND FEES
Our school is open to all families and many of our students attend the school on scholarships provided by the Florida Step Up for Students program. The Madelaine Halmos Academy staff at Jack & Jill can help answer your questions and guide you through the application process. More information can be found at: www.stepupforstudents.org.
Before and after-school care is provided. For most of Jack & Jill families, the cost of this care is subsidized by School Readiness funding. As a result, the actual cost of care may vary by family. The Madelaine Halmos Academy staff at Jack & Jill can help answer your questions and guide you through the application process.
Standard tuition and fees are:
Annual tuition $7,200 per year
Annual application fee $25 per year
Out-of-School Program $100 weekly
LOCATION
Jack & Jill plans to break ground for a new school building on the grounds of its Early Education Center at 1315 West Broward Blvd. We expect the new school to be open for the 2020-2021 school year. Until the opening of the new building, The Madelaine Halmos Academy is located at the Salvation Army Community Center building at 100 SW 9th Avenue, just a few blocks from the Jack & Jill Early Education Center.
ADMISSIONS
For admission information, additional information, or to schedule a tour, please submit the Contact Us form, email mhaadmissions@jackandjillcenter.org, or call (954) 712 – 2472.