Crooms Academy of Information Technology . . .
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Crooms Academy of Information Technology
Crooms Academy of Information Technology2200 Historic Goldsboro Blvd.
Sanford, FL 32771Phone: 407-320-5750 Fax: 407-320-5798
www. croomsaoit.org
To be eligible for a magnet program,
students must reside in Seminole County
and must have successfully completed
the 8th grade.
Applications are available online
at seminoleschoolchoicesapplication.us
Transportation is provided to students
living more than two miles from the school.
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Specializations in Computer Programming,
Networking and Hardware, Digital Media,
Gaming and Simulation
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Comprehensive offering of Advanced
Placement coursework
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Offering expansive dual enrollment
coursework leading to an Associate Degree
in Information Technology and
Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems
Technology (Seminole State College)
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Personal laptop assigned for use at school
and home
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Award-winning, student-centered learning
environment
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Project-based learning
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Constantly rated as a high performing “A”
school on Florida’s School Accountability
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Listed in US News and World Report’s
list of U.S. Best High Schools
Listed in US News and World Report’s
# Most Connected Classrooms
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• Highest graduation rate in Orange,
Seminole, Volusia and Osceola counties
S E M I N O L E C O U N T Y P U B L I C S C H O O L S9/2016-1500
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Report
• Listed in Newsweek Magazine’s Beating the Odds list
National Academy FoundationDistinguished Academy
Crooms Academy of Information Technology
Offering students a wide range of
educational choices, Crooms Academy of
Information Technology (AOIT) is a dedicated
magnet school that provides cutting-edge
innovation in teaching and learning through
a technology-enriched environment. Students
at Crooms AOIT engage in a rigorous and
relevant curriculum that prepares them for a
post-secondary education with industry-
validated technology skills.
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• Teacher facilitated computer courses
• The latest in up-to-date technology
Crooms AOIT is affiliated with:
• Tech Fest showcase
• Job shadowing and internship
opportunities
• Scholarships for
graduating seniors
From the master network
control room in the main lobby
to the media center, Crooms
AOIT is state-of-the-art. Every
student enrolled at Crooms
receives a laptop computer
to use at school and at home.
The wireless network provides remote
Internet access in every room of the school
building. This, in turn, facilitates on-line
student-to-student and student-to-teacher
communication.
The school features 10 computer labs,
including two Game and Simulation Labs.
Crooms AOIT offers students a well-rounded
high school experience, including:
• Fall, Winter and Spring sports
• A full selection of student clubs, including
the school’s national award-winning
Business Professionals of America
organization
• Chorus, Steel Drum, Keyboarding/Piano
• Homecoming, prom, pep rallies and LAN
(Local Area Network) Fest, a signature
Crooms all-night online gaming event
In addition to receiving high school diplomas
Crooms AOIT graduates will be equipped with:
• Job shadowing experiences with local
information technology businesses such
as Convergys, EA Sports, Symantec, Lockheed
Martin, and Seminole County Public Schools
• College credits
• Numerous industry-validated
technology certifications
• Internships with local
information technology
corporations
Information TechnologySpecializations
MULTIMEDIA DESIGN TECHNOLOGY3-D Modeling
Business Software Applications
Digital Design
Digital Video and Sound
Game and Simulation
Graphic Design
Web Design
COMPUTER SCIENCE• Game and Simulation Programming
• Computer Programming
(Visual Basic, C++, Java, SQL, C#)
NETWORK SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY• Computer Hardware and Operating
Systems
• Database Technology
• Network Administration and
• Cybersecurity
Support Services
IT INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS
• Adobe Certified Associate
(Dreamweaver, Flash, Photoshop,
Illustrator, InDesign, & Premiere Pro)
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Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
CompTIA Linux +
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• Oracle Certified Associate
in Math, Science and Technology; Oracle
Academy; Microsoft Academy;
and Certified Cisco Academy.
These alliances provide Crooms
with an industry-validated curriculum
as well as comprehensive professional
development.
OPPORTUNITIES TO EARN COLLEGE CREDIT
• Associate of Arts degree in
Information Technology at
Seminole State College
• Early college coursework offered on site
and at Seminole State College
• Advanced Placement coursework
PARTNERSHIPS WITH BUSINESSAND INDUSTRY
• Business Advisory Council
• Classroom speakers
Crooms offers an integrated
curriculum with an emphasis on:
Project-based learning
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Microsoft Technology Associate
The National Academy Foundation:
The National Academy Consortium for
Specialized Secondary Schools
• CompTIA Network +
Microsoft Office Specialist•
• NCS Modeling and Simulation