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Edmund Rice (1762 - 1844), successful business man, husband, father, and widower, followed the gospel invitation to sell what you have, give to the poor and follow Jesus. He dedicated his life and energy to offering a catholic, compassionate, practical and liberating education to children in penal Ireland. His efforts and those of the religious who joined him in the formation of the Congregation of Christian Brothers are credited with a significant role in returning Ireland to its status as the Isle of Saints and Scholars. Today in North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, and South America, the Edmund Rice Network of Schools dynamically carries forward the inspiration of Brother Rice with innovative curricula responsive to the times, challenges and opportunities of a new global reality.
The curriculum, while based on the Florida Sunshine Standards, is shaped to respond to the unique interests and capacity of each student. Enrichment rather than acceleration is the guiding principle. Students both individually and in small groups are encouraged to explore subjects in greater depth and to seek unique applications of what they are learning. Intended as an enriched transition into the Catholic school system, the curriculum features: - an extended school day in which students are encouraged to develop skills in at least one other world language, to learn a musical instrument and to participate in community service projects. - individualized programming and small group engagement - advanced level courses in mathematics, science and languages - the full resources of the ACND Prep campus and activities (including: music, art studio, speech and debate, journalism, cross country, soccer, football, basketball, wrestling, volleyball, baseball, softball tennis, track and field). and, most distinctly, the commitment of the faculty and administration to the nurturing a self-governing youth community.
Each day begins with a prayer in the beautiful ACND chapel and a student-led assembly. Active participation in community formation is understood as a process for nurturing academic excellence and individual talents. Student Governance at the academy is not based on representation. Each scholar has the rights and responsibility of full membership. Daily assemblies, coordinated by elected student leaders, afford students the means of shaping initiatives and sharing community responsibilities. Individually designed programs offer a mix of formal classes, small and large group presentations, research work in the library and media center, and a daily period reserved simply for reading. Time is provided for a leisurely, healthful, community lunch on the patio or in the school gardens. Afternoon classes conclude with announcements and a blessing. During the last hour of the day students participate in a variety of cultural and athletic activities.
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