Advanced Middle School STEAM Academy (6-8)
Discover the WACS STEAM Advantage
🏅 Top 1% Ranked Middle School Program
🎓 Advanced Academic Track
🧑💻 Hands-On Tech Integration
📐 Innovative Engineering & Robotics
🚀 Accelerated Math Pathways
🎓 Focused & Personalized Learning
🌟 Creative & Collaborative Projects
🏅 Strict Code of Conduct
Why Choose Our STEAM Academy?
Welcome to Western Academy Charter School's STEAM Academy, ranked in the top tier of Florida's middle school programs, where rigorous academics meet creativity and innovation. With just 260 middle school students across both programs, we provide a structured, close-knit environment where students feel supported, challenged, and safe - a unique middle school experience!
At Western Academy, our STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) Academy offers a gateway to the future. Our integrated curriculum promotes curiosity, critical thinking, and hands-on innovation, especially designed for motivated students seeking an accelerated learning path. Our rigorous STEAM curriculum and advanced academic pathways effectively prepare students for success in competitive high school programs and specialized academic opportunities.
Unique Features of Our Program:
Technology and Innovation:
- Coding fundamentals (HTML/CSS, Python)
- Digital literacy and cyber awareness
- Graphic design with Canva and PhotoPea
- Video production and editing
- 3D modeling and printing
- Generative AI understanding
Students bring creativity to life through original digital art, innovative web pages, engaging videos, and sophisticated 3D designs—such as architectural models, personalized decorations, and detailed creative projects.
Engineering Excellence:
Capstone Projects:
Beyond the Classroom:
- Diverse clubs and enrichment programs, including Gaming Club, Art and Design, Intramural Sports, Chorus, and National Junior Honor Society.
- Opportunities for real-world applications and leadership experiences.
Criteria for Admission
To qualify for admission into the STEAM Academy, students must:
- Reside in Palm Beach County
- Have a minimum GPA of 3.2 or demonstrated equivalent proficiency
- Achieve scores of Level 3 or higher on state assessments or equivalent standardized tests
- Provide recent report cards showing proficiency or exemplary scores (PR) for proficiency or (EX) for exemplary scores in all subject areas
- Meet school behavior expectations, demonstrating a consistent record of positive behavior
- Current WACS students receive priority
Join us, and experience firsthand why Western Academy is recognized among Florida's top-ranked Middle School STEAM programs.