Middle School Students
Grades 6-8
Students in grades 6-8 take the following courses.
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3 English Language Arts credits
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3 Mathematics credits
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3 Science credits
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3 Social Studies credits (including Civics)
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1.5 Physical Education/Health credits
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3 Elective credits
Curricula Options
Families may select their own curriculum and complete SSA’s required course planning, attendance, grading, and semester reporting, or purchase access to one of SSA’s online curriculum programs. Families using an SSA online curriculum do not need to submit a separate course plan, maintain or report attendance, submit parent-assigned grades, or complete SSA’s semester reporting forms. SSA uses the curriculum provider’s records to prepare semester report cards and maintain the student’s academic record. Parents remain responsible for providing daily educational supervision, monitoring progress, and ensuring coursework is completed.
Edmentum Courseware
Academic Year $450
Expanded Courses $100
Edmentum Courseware is a dynamic, fully accredited, comprehensive digital curriculum officially approved by the Florida Department of Education. Edmentum's interactive, media-rich curriculum includes core subjects, electives, world languages, and enrichment courses designed to support active, self-directed learning. Students focus their time on content they have not yet mastered while receiving explicit instruction, deliberate practice, ongoing scaffolding, and opportunities for reflection that strengthen long-term understanding.
Course placement is based on the student’s grade level, academic readiness, and educational plan. Expanded course options are available for an additional fee. SSA’s homeschool curriculum options are parent-directed, with the parent serving as the student’s primary teacher. Families seeking a fully online school experience with teacher guidance, grading, academic oversight, and progress monitoring should consider Sunshine Online Academy.
Edmentum Courseware: Learner Overview
Curriculum fees cover initial course selection, set up, and academic year-long access to courses. Students will be enrolled in our Standard Course Plan if requested courses, such as electives, are not provided on the order form.