Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Next Generation Education” mean?

Mavericks in Education along with Mavericks High Schools are dedicated to designing, developing and delivering out-of-the-box, innovative educational solutions that get results. Our goal is to work in support and partnership of our public and private school system by focusing intently upon the at-risk and dropout student challenge. Our initiatives are focused upon saving thousands of students each year, big solutions to big problems.

Students that may benefit most from a Mavericks High are those who may not fit in the traditional education system, are likely to drop out or have already dropped out, but recognize the importance of furthering their education and obtaining a high school diploma.

How is Mavericks High different from a traditional high school?

At Mavericks High, we recognize that the students we serve require a high school education, job preparedness, prospects for continuing education and a state-recognized high school diploma. Our students benefit from a school designed to be simple, inviting, and reflective of their lifestyle, a place where they all fit in and are welcome. It’s a great out-of-the-box experience.

Unlike a traditional high school, there is no set period of time for which a course needs to be completed. Students work at their own pace, allowing extra time for more challenging subjects while also giving them the freedom to move at an accelerated learning pace where they have greater command of the curriculum. Students earn course credit upon demonstration of mastery and required testing. Classrooms are set up with teachers and aides, who assist students at anytime they may require one-on-one help. This makes for a more individualized approach, focusing on the student’s needs and academic strengths while allowing them to regain confidence in their ability to succeed.

What is a charter school?

A charter school is a privately operated public school open to all students. They are state funded and tuition is free.  They must comply with state civil right laws, health and safety standards, and are responsible for the achievement of their students being equal to or better than the state’s average. Charter Schools are regularly audited to ensure full compliance with all state regulations.

The authority to operate a charter school is given to non-profit organization with an independent Board of Directors who may choose to operate the school directly or hire a management company best-suited to support the school’s unique educational and operational model. Charter school laws and regulations may differ substantially from state-to-state.

Educational quality: The primary reason for charter schools is to make sure every child has access to a quality education. With the freedom and choice to do so, charters set higher standards and must meet them to stay in business.

Focus on the kids: The most important reason a charter school is to serve the needs of students. The focus is on the students, and the programs are designed to help students succeed.

Safer, stronger communities: Charter schools typically engage local businesses and other organizations to help provide resources and services to the school and families. Many charter schools create a community hub resulting in safer neighborhoods.

Charter schools operate on three basic principles:

• Choice: Charter schools give families an opportunity to pick the school most suitable for their child’s educational well-being. Teachers choose to create and work at schools where they directly shape the best working and learning environment for their students and themselves. Likewise, charter sponsors choose to authorize schools that are likely to best serve the needs of the students in a particular community.
• Accountability: Charter schools are judged on how well they meet the student achievement goals established by their charter contract. Charter schools must also show that they can perform according to rigorous fiscal and managerial standards. If a charter school cannot perform up to the established standards, it will be closed.
• Freedom: While charter schools must adhere to the same major laws and regulations as all other public schools, they are freed from the red tape that often diverts a school’s energy and resources away from educational excellence. Instead of constantly jumping through procedural hoops, charter school leaders can focus on setting and reaching high academic standards for their students.

How many credits are needed to graduate?

A total of 24 credits is needed, but may include transferred credits from a previously attended school.

What classes are available at Mavericks High Schools?

The Mavericks High and Mavericks Management System [MMS] provides online web-based access to a series of comprehensive assessments that test students in core curricular subject areas - Mathematics, Literature and the Arts, Writing, Science, and Social Sciences. Pretests pinpoint individual student skill deficiencies and assist teachers in assigning lessons that develop those skills.

What student services are offered?

Mavericks High understands that the students we serve have many needs that go beyond the attainment of a high school diploma. Addressing these needs is essential to student participation and attendance during the education process.

When does the enrollment process begin?

The Mavericks High model is designed to provide tuition-free Florida high school enrollment to all students on a year-round basis. Students may start immediately and will be assessed according to their academic, job and social needs so that they may be placed into the most appropriate learning path.

What are the classroom hours?

At Mavericks High School, we’ve designed our school schedule around the needs and lifestyles of our students. We recognize that many students have lifestyle needs such as family and work responsibilities as well as times when they may learn best.

The choice of three, four-hour sessions, (morning, midday, or late afternoon) gives students the greatest flexibility, most efficient and productive use of their time. Students work exclusively on core curriculum and graduation requirements. There are no distractions and no waste of time.

What kind of degree is earned?

Students attending a Mavericks High School begin with a clear objective of earning a state-recognized diploma. As a holder of a Florida high school diploma, graduates will be able to compete with other public and private high school graduates for jobs and acceptance into colleges, universities and the military.

High school graduation is the acknowledgment and the reward for meeting the benchmarks established that define a level of competency in all required high school subject areas. A high school diploma confirms an important and recognized milestone of academic achievement. It is a great source of individual pride and a ticket to a future.

Where are Mavericks High Schools located?

Mavericks High of North Miami-Dade County 16150 North East 17th Avenue Miami, FL 33162 (786) 629-7053	Mavericks High of South Miami 698 North Homestead Blvd. Homestead, FL 33033 (305) 909-6307
Mavericks High of Pinellas County 1197 East Bay Drive Largo, FL 33770 (727) 474-8836	Mavericks High of Osceola County 1100 North Main Street Kissimmee, FL 34741 (321) 250-1871
Mavericks High of Broward County 424 West Sunrise Blvd Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 (954) 446-9234	Mavericks High of Palm Beach County 3525 S. Congress Ave Palm Springs, FL 33461 (561) 623-6935
Mavericks High of North Broward County 3500 North Andrews Ave Pompano Beach, FL 33064 (954) 944-4123	Mavericks High of South Pinellas County 4901 Central Ave St. Petersburg, FL 33710 (727) 216-7757

The Mavericks High model is designed to provide tuition-free Florida high school enrollment to all students on a year-round basis. Students enrolling during the school year may start immediately and will be assessed according to their academic, job and social needs so that they may be placed into the most appropriate learning path.

Graduation will be offered mid-year and school year end.

Mavericks High School will be open on a first-come, first-served basis to any at-risk student residing within the District. Outside of being an at-risk student who lives within the school district and who is in need of an educational alternative that works, there will not be any specific requirements for admission other than age-appropriate to enter high school or dropout status. Enrollment will not be denied to any eligible applicants on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability. The School will also not discriminate in its pupil admissions policies or practices whether on the basis of intellectual or athletic ability, measures of achievement or aptitude, or any other basis that would be illegal if used by any public school.