Scan the QR code and click on the Online Application Process link. The application link will be available in January during the open window.  Or go to the school board website, sbac.edu.

Being in the Academy of Future Teachers provides the opportunity to develop essential teaching skills, gain valuable classroom experience, and build a supportive network, all of which enhance your future career prospects and personal fulfillment in the field of education. Furthermore, students will also complete industry certifications to enhance their career prospects.

To apply for the Academy of Future Teachers, it is recommended to have a passion for education, strong communication and organizational skills, patience, adaptability, teamwork abilities, creativity, and a strong desire to learn public speaking skills.

Make sure that you answer all questions honestly and completely. Make sure to answer all the questions, particularly the essay question.

No, we do not offer shadowing. Since our students are only in one AFT course annually, a day visit provides little insight into our overall program.

Yes, you can do more than one program. However, you must submit a separate application for Cambridge and AFT. We have many students in both Cambridge and AFT, and they complement each other.

When an application is received, it is reviewed for the following criteria: GPA, attendance, conduct, and other information collected on the application for the first 50% of our students that we select. Then, the lottery comes into play for the remaining 50%.

Yes, our students are involved in various activities, including sports, student government, band, ROTC, clubs, etc.

As a student in AFT, you will have one AFT class per year, which is considered an elective. Your other courses will be determined when you make your schedule. You may take honors level, AP courses, or Cambridge classes at GHS. AFT is a rigorous program that prepares you for a career in education. You need to be prepared for internships and public speaking.

Yes, many of our students are dual enrolled, with the majority starting their dual enrollment as juniors. You must schedule your dual-enrollment course around your AFT classes, which is easily accomplished. You cannot dual enroll if you are in Cambridge per their guidelines.

Yes, but you must apply during your ninth-grade year, and all students must begin the program in the AFT 1 course.

AFT 3 students start their internships midyear at a middle school unless they are dual-enrolled, then they get a choice of interning at an elementary or middle school. Juniors intern Tuesday-Friday during the sixth period and are expected to intern for 75 hours.  AFT 4 students intern five days a week during the first period at an elementary school for 150 hours.

The academy does not have yearly dues, but there are required project supplies due at the beginning of the school year. These supplies are necessary for hands-on experiences and developing teaching skills. We strive to keep costs reasonable and provide support in finding affordable options. Feel free to reach out for any questions or concerns. We also recommend purchasing the Academy Polo during the first program year to represent the program during volunteer opportunities, recruitment, and internships. FFEA does have membership dues.

FFEA, Florida Future Educators of America, is a pre-collegiate club that provides a forum for students to nurture their interest in teaching as a career. It is a service club that helps students get volunteer hours. Students do not have to be in FFEA, and it is voluntary.

Please visit the  Academy of Future Teachers webpage (see QR code) or email the academy director, Mrs. Martinez-Malo, at martink@gm.sbac.edu