We are a coeducational, independent, international college preparatory school for boarding students in grades 7 – 12, and day students in grades Pre-K3 – 12 and post-graduate representing 75+ nationalities.
Academics
THE PATH TO EXCELLENCE STARTS HERE. Montverde Academy is ranked #1 for Most Diverse Private High School in Florida by Niche.com, and listed as the #14 Most Influential Private High School in the US by Academicinfluence.com. The Class of 2022 earned over $14 million in academic scholarships, had 33 Distinguished Scholars, and a 100 percent college acceptance rate. Our school offers 30+ Advanced Placement® courses and fosters a nurturing, engaging environment with over 70 percent of teachers holding advanced degrees to ensure our students excel.
Athletics
SOAR LIKE AN EAGLE!
The Montverde Academy Eagles have secured 16 National Championship titles. The Class of 2022 earned over $22.5 million in athletic scholarships. With nearly 30 percent of our student-athletes committing to playing sports in college, we are proud to have more than 50 alumni playing sports professionally. We have built an outstanding, championship-winning athletics program, with competitive teams led by experienced coaches, former athletes, and skilled trainers working to ensure our student-athletes reach their highest potential.
Fine Arts
SHINE LIKE A STAR!
The Montverde Academy Fine Arts programs allow talented students to focus on their passion for music, theatre, and the arts. Media Arts have earned four National Student Emmys and two Scholastic Gold Medals since 2019. Our Theatre has produced 21 shows since 2018, earned 27 Critic’s Choice awards and 113 Superior Ratings at District ITS contests, 8 Top Honors at State ITS, and 24 Dr. Phillips Center Applause Awards. Our Music program has had 2 All-National vocalists, 22 All-State musicians, and 3 musicians who earned the honor of performing at Carnegie Hall.
Lower School
At the Lower School level, we teach respect and understanding of various differences in cultural, religion, ethnicity, and race. Being part of a school community where students come from all over the globe, our Lower School students have unique opportunities to learn about the world around us.
Middle School
The academic component of what we do in Middle School, while very important, is not the only area of the students’ development we emphasize. Our focus is on developing the complete child in multiple areas of focus with varied club offerings including sports, academic teams, Robotics, music, theatre, volunteerism, and more.
Upper School
Daily life in the Upper School will reveal students and staff who are driven by a shared commitment both to excellence and to each other, with the relationships in our school community supporting students in their achievement at high levels in academics, athletics, and the arts.
MVA News
Dr. Caryn Long to Be Inducted into The National Teachers Hall of Fame
1 Kellogg Circle • Campus Box 4017 • Emporia, KS 66801 1-620-341-5660 • hallfame@emporia.edu • www.nthf.org CONTACT: NTHF Deputy Director Ken Weaver (620) 341-5660, nthfdeputydir@emporia.edu…
Mrs. Amy Napoles and the Poetry of Science
By Nichole Smith I bequeath myself to the dirt to grow from the grass I love,If you want me again look for me under…
The Middle School’s National Junior Honor Society Holds Annual Food Drive for Local Nonprofit Buses N’ Backpacks
By Meera Patel, NJHS Historian, Class of ‘28 The annual Middle School Food Drive, run and managed by the National Junior Honor Society of…
EagleMUN Team Attends First National Conference in Washington, D.C.
By Ms. Marca Hoyle, Upper School Social Studies Teacher The Model United Nations team traveled to Washington, D.C., to their first national conference. At…
31 AP Courses Available
Whether it’s in science, mathematics, the humanities, or the arts, our students excel in a wide range of college-level coursework. With a qualifying rate on Advanced Placement examinations that far exceeds state and national averages – 80%, compared to 54% in Florida and 60% globally – our students enter college well-prepared for continued academic excellence.
100% College Acceptance Rate
We understand the important role that college admissions plays in each student’s future. Our dedicated College Guidance staff works with students throughout their time in the Upper School to make sure every one of our students finds the college or university that’s right for them.
70% Faculty with Advanced Degrees
We recognize the value of life-long learning, and our faculty and staff’s engagement in ongoing professional development and their pursuit of advanced degrees reflects our commitment to being a community of learners.
SAC & Dual Enrollment Programs
Montverde Academy offers a comprehensive study plan and curriculum in three major concentrations in college-preparatory courses over the four years of high school beginning in grade 9 that leads to a specialized diploma. These students work with faculty in additional study and complete a capstone project during their senior year. We also offer Dual Enrollment in partnership with the University of Florida and Lake-Sumter State College.
46 Clubs and Societies
In addition to honor societies such as the National Honor Society and the Cum Laude Society, our students are engaged in a diverse group of clubs and societies that reflect their wide-ranging interests – from Key Club, to knitting, to computers, to recycling, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
25 Required Community Service Hours
Our students know that our character is defined by our relationships with others. Giving back matters, and each Upper School student volunteers at least 25 hours every year in the community through our partnerships with organizations such as Give Kids the World and the Johan Cruyff Foundation.
A COEDUCATIONAL INDEPENDENT COLLEGE PREPARATORY BOARDING SCHOOL FOR GRADES 7-12 AND POST GRADUATE STUDIES, AND DAY SCHOOL FOR GRADES PRE-K3-12 AND POST GRADUATE STUDIES REPRESENTING 75+ NATIONALITIES.
