Five generations of Montverde Academy graduates have been guided by three fundamental principles: Knowledge,Character and Community. Founded in 1912, Montverde Academy is a college preparatory, coeducational independent school serving grades PK3-12.
The boarding program serves grades 7-12 and Post Graduate. Montverde Academy offers a challenging academic environment to students who have a strong desire to learn and grow in a safe and diverse community.
AP Art History, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Chinese Language, AP Comparative Government and Politics, AP Computer Science A, AP English Language, AP English Literature, AP Environmental Science, AP European History, AP Government and Politics: Comparative, AP Human Geography, AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics, AP Music Theory, AP Physics 1: Algebra-based, AP Physics 2: Algebra-based, AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetics, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP Psychology, AP Research, AP Seminar, AP Spanish Language, AP Spanish Literature and Culture, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art/2-D, AP Studio Art/3-D, AP Studio Art/Drawing, AP U.S. Government and Politics, AP U.S. History, AP World History
Academic Team, American Sign Language, Bookworm Buddies, Chess Club, Chinese Club, Choir/Chorus, Computer Club, Drama, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, International Thespian Society, Irving Society, Juggling, Junior Toastmasters, Key Club, Knitting Club, Math Club, Mentor Club, Model United Nations, National Honor Society, Newspaper, Orchestra, Science Club, Step Team, Student Government, Yearbook & Photography
School Notes
Founded in 1912, Montverde Academy is a college preparatory,
coeducational independent school serving grades PK3-12. The
boarding program serves grades 7-12 and Post Graduate. Montverde
Academy offers a challenging academic environment to students who
have a strong desire to learn. Five generations of Montverde
Academy graduates have been guided by three fundamental principles:
Knowledge, Character and Community. These principles are
illustrated in the classroom through Advanced Placement and Honors
courses. Performance on Advanced Placement exams achieved better
than 82% passing rate with 55% scoring 4 or higher. Achievement of
college placement is evidenced by a 100% college acceptance rate.
Accentuating the foundation of Montverde Academy's community is its
exemplary educators who are committed to academic excellence.
Montverde Academy has 61 full-time faculty members with 58% holding
advanced degrees. Montverde Academy also places an emphasis on
developing students physically through positive interscholastic
competition. The Athletic Program is sanctioned through the Florida
High School Athletic Association. A variety of individual and team
sports at both Varsity and Junior Varsity levels facilitate student
development. Numerous athletics and fine arts programs have
achieved local, state, and national recognition. In the past eight
years, 42 student athletes have earned scholarships to NCAA
qualifying colleges and universities. Required involvement with
fine arts, athletics, clubs and service organizations allow
students to become positive contributors to the school and
community. The educational experience provided by Montverde Academy
creates opportunities for lifelong learning and global
leadership.
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
D'Angelo Russell '14 - Drafted into the NBA and currently plays for the Brooklyn Nets.
Ben Simmons '15 - Drafted into the NBA and currently plays for the Philadelphia 76ers.
Luc Mbah a Moute '05 - Drafted into the NBA and currently plays for the Los Angeles Clippers.
Francisco Lindor '11 - Drafted into the MLB, Top 10, and currently plays for the Cleveland Indians
Diego Campos '14 - Drafted into the MLS and currently plays for the Chicago Fire.
Matheus Silva '15 - Was drafted into the United Soccer League and plays for the Swope Park Rangers. At age 18, he was the youngest international signing in franchise history.
Ingrid Hoffman '83 - TV Personality Simply Delicioso
Shea Holbrook '08 - Race Car Driver (Perelli World Circuit)
Charles Grier '48 - Was VP for Dr. Pepper bottling and at one point was one of two people who knew the recipe.
Devon Wright '98 - Freelance Producer and has worked on promos for Monday Night Football and various TV networks, music videos for The Weekend
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