Upper School at Palm Beach International Academy

Through collaboration with their Academic Coach and Teachers, along with the unique learning opportunities offered in a hybrid environment, Palm Beach International Academy Upper School students in grades 9 to 12 actively prepare for life after graduation and their future goals.

A School That Supports Their Why

In our hybrid learning environment, students have the flexibility to explore their talents and interests beyond the classroom. Palm Beach International Academy fosters students to take ownership their education by involving learners in the development of their Personalized Learning Plans and connecting students with dedicated Teachers and Academic Coaches who offer personalized academic support. Our Teachers and Academic Coaches diligently follow each student’s Personalized Learning Plan to align with future goals and foster the development of skills that prepare students for success after graduation.

Key Benefits of Enrolling in Our Upper School:

  • Flexible Hybrid Learning Model: Our online and in-person approach allows students to complete coursework at their own pace while pursuing outside interests.
  • Extensive Course Catalog: With more than 300 courses to choose from, students have access to a wide range of options tailored to diverse interests and learning preferences.
  • Consistent Mentoring: Students receive ongoing support from an Academic Coach, as well as Teachers who are subject-matter experts.
  • Personalized Learning Plans: Each student’s learning plan is aligned with their future goals and serves as the foundation of our student-centered educational model.
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Courses for Every Pathway

Palm Beach International Upper School students begin their high school years working with their Academic Coach to understand their personal strengths and talents and develop goals for their future. Our catalog of more than 300 courses invites students to explore their interests and potential career paths through a wide-ranging selection of electives and build an Academic Plan that aligns with their future goals.

COURSE CATALOG

Setting Expectations for Upper School

Academic Coach Mentorship

Our Academic Coaches are highly regarded as mentors who get to know their students’ academic strengths, challenges, interests, and goals. Academic Coaches partner with students to build a Personalized Learning Plan that will serve as a roadmap to success for the school year. Through coaching techniques and tools provided in the Personalized Learning Plan, Academic Coaches help students foster critical thinking skills, become independent learners, and develop a lifelong love of learning.

Teacher Support

While students advance through their courses at their own pace, Palm Beach International Academy Teachers provide customized instruction and are available to support student with challenging content and topics. Teachers provide thoughtful feedback on student work through our Learning Management System, allowing parents to easily access comments and track their child’s progress at any time.

Future Goals Support

Our Academic Coaches provide invaluable support for future goal planning, including assistance for college applications and essay writing for college-bound students.

Time Management

Our Academic Coaches guide our students as they develop a weekly and daily academic schedule that best fits their lifestyle, learning preferences, and goals. We encourage our Upper School students to work independently and use their available resources–including on-site support–should they need guidance in their coursework. Typically, 4 to 6 hours are spent on each course per week, depending on the difficulty level of the course.

Parent Involvement

At Palm Beach International Academy, we encourage parental involvement in their child’s education while also empowering students to take ownership of their academic journey. Teachers are available for parent conferences throughout the school-year and student academic progress is accessible daily in the Learning Management System.

Course Selection

Each student’s Academic Coach will craft a personalized academic plan using their transcript and assessment results, ensuring it aligns with their unique educational needs and future aspirations. With a robust course catalog to choose from—including college preparatory, honors, Advanced Placement (AP), world languages, Dual Enrollment, and interest-based electives—students have the opportunity to shape their educational journey and unlock their full potential!

Graduation Requirements

Palm Beach International Academy designates a semester course as 0.5 credit and a full year course as 1.0 credit. Our graduation requirements and transcripts will reflect this course credit designation.

Subject / PathCollege Bound
English/Language Arts4
Social Studies (World History/US History/Gov.5/Econ.5)3
Mathematics4
Science (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics required)3
World Language2
Fine and Performing Arts1
Physical Education with the integration of Health (.5 each or integrated for 1 total)1
Electives6
Total24
*Class of 2028: 5.5 Elective Credits and Personal Financial Literacy: 0.5 credits. College Bound students should become familiar with the minimum entry requirements for the colleges or universities that they are interested in attending.
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