Class of 2029
February 13, 2025 2025-02-13 14:32Class of 2029
Ninth Grade Assistant Principal | Chelsie Deese | 754.322.0655 | Email
Course Selection Process
Course selections are not guaranteed. The school counseling staff will review your academic records and place you accordingly. Some students may be placed in required classes based on test scores and past academic performance. Deerfield students will have a total of 8 classes, one of which will be a required study hall.
General 2025-2026 Student Body
Students who are not in C.B.A. or I.B. Magnet Programs should fill out course cards for the upcoming school year, 2025-2026. The forms should be completed for the transitioning school year grade level, not the current grade.
C.B.A. 2025-2026 Student Body
Students who are part of the Communications & Broadcast Arts Magnet Program should fill out course cards for the upcoming school year, 2025-2026. The forms should be completed for the transitioning school year grade level, not the current grade.
I.B. 2025-2026 Student Body
The International Baccalaureate Magnet Program offers a pre-selected advanced courses for the four year program that allows students to not complete a course card for 2025-2026 school year. I.B. students that have any questions, should contact Ms. Carter for guidance
Take Stock in Children Scholarship
Take Stock in Children Scholarship is an opportunity for any 9th grader to earn a two-year or four-year scholarship to any Florida public university. This is a needs-based scholarship and it does have attendance and discipline requirements as well.
● A Scholarship: A Florida Prepaid PROJECT STARS College Scholarship, which can be used at any Florida publicuniversity, college, or state vocational/technical college in Florida.
● A Mentor: A volunteer mentor who will meet with each student, with cooperation from the school andparent(s), to assist and encourage students to achieve and reach their full potential.
● A College Success Coach: Local Take Stock in Children staff will help design a college success plan and guide eachstudent through middle and high school transition and into College.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
● Student must attend a traditional Florida Public School, a Florida Public Virtual School, a Florida Public Charter School, or a Florida Department of Education-approved school of choice utilizing a Family Empowerment Scholarship.
● Parent(s)/Guardian must submit the most recent, completed taxes.
● Complete all sections of the online application.
If the students have any questions have an questions, email Ms. Eade or stop by the Library with a pass during their study hall or at lunch.
Ninth Grade Academy
The 9th Grade Academy has been set up to help students obtain knowledge in their pursuit of a bright future. Our Academy provides guidance in helping students set their short and long-term goals, stresses the importance of school, and provides positive feedback to our students and staff. This will lay the groundwork for success. Frequent recognition of student’s and staff, in and out of the classroom, is a vital part of improving student achievement.
Graduation Information
There are several diploma options available for students:
● 24 credit Standard High School Diploma
● ACCEL 18 credit Diploma
● Career & Technical Education (CTE) Pathway
● AICE Cambridge Curriculum
Though students must meet all Graduation necessities through Deerfield’s courses:
● Graduation Requirement Chart
Parents and students are encouraged to keep track of progress toward graduation by logging in to Focus Portal here and looking at the Graduation Progress section. Parents and students can also make an appointment to meet with their school counselor to discuss the best option for them.
Students should know their requirements and regularly monitor their progress toward earning a diploma. School counselors are available to assist students with planning for college and career readiness. Students can view an up-to-date report on their progress toward meeting graduation requirements on Focus.
Click here to find a valuable resource to help that students find the assistance they need for ACT and SAT tests.