Patrick Air Force Base

Airman & Family Readiness Center - School Liaison Office
842 Falcon Ave.
Building 722
Patrick AFB, FL 32925-5675

Phone 321-494-5675 / 321-494-5676
Phone (DSN) 312-854-5675
Fax 321-494-4315
Fax (DSN) 312-854-4315

Mon - Fri 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Closed - Sat., Sun., Holidays & Training Days

• Public School
  • Academics are stressed in all grades, and regular achievement testing measures skills in reading, language, math, science, social studies and writing. Computers are readily available, enabling all students to have hands-on computer education.
  • For elementary students, a comprehensive program in language arts, math, social studies, science, health, physical education, music and art is offered. Children are encouraged to participate in cultural awareness programs.
  • Junior and Senior high schools stress math, science, social studies, language arts. Choir and band programs are supported through supplementary funds. Other credit areas include fine arts, physical education, practical arts and life management. Classes on the effects of drug abuse and instillation of self-confidence have been offered for the past decade.
  • Science education is first rate in high-tech Brevard County. Science fair projects for elementary students emphasize the study of the scientific method. All high school students are required to complete one of two sequences of science courses. Biology, chemistry and physics are all stressed. The county's science-oriented industry,like Kennedy Space Center, provide strong community support to local science education.
  • On-the-job training takes place through special programs emphasize in Brevard schools. Mentoring programs allow students to interact with area businesses. For instance, Agilent Technologies provides a free, hands-on science series for students.
  • Athletics are emphasized in Brevard's schools through programs in football, cross country track, volleyball, wrestling, basketball, baseball, softball, golf, tennis, swimming and soccer. Intramural games are also offered.
• Immunizations
  • Immunizations required of children entering Florida public schools: Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus, Tetanus 5 doses, Polio Vaccine 4 doses, MMR 2 doses, and Hepatitis B vaccine 3 doses. No child will be enrolled in school unless one of the following conditions can be met: 1) A certificate of immunization or its equivalent from a physician, health department official, or previous school record, 2) A certificate of exemption (temporary medical), 3) A certificate of exemption (permanent medical) or 4) A certificate of exemption from immunization on religious grounds.
• Proof of Residence
  • Verification of a parent or guardian's residence shall be required at the time the child registers in a Brevard County School. Verification of residence may also be required at any other time at the discretion of the Superintendent. Suggested documents for verifying residence are: Florida Driver's License, current utilities statement, voter registration or lease agreement.
• Transportation
  • Students whose homes are two miles or more from the school have the right to free transportation providing their residence is within the schools serving area. All students must abide by prescribed code of conduct while waiting at the bus stop, and awaiting transportation. Violations of rules of conduct will cause suspension from riding the school buses.
• Graduation Requirements
  • Graduation requirements: Language Arts (English) 4 credits, Math 3 credits, Social Studies 3 credits, Phys Ed 1 credit, and Life Management Skills is 1/2 credit and Practical Arts 1 credit for a total of 24 required credits. NOTE: There are no DoD schools on Patrick and all students must meet Florida's standards for advancement and graduation. For more information go to the Brevard County website.
• Students Living in Patrick AFB Housing
  • Children living in Patrick AFB Housing areas will attend the following schools:
    • Elementary Schools
      • Pelican Coast: Sea Park Elementary School
      • On base North and Central Housing: Roosevelt School Elementary(Busing Required)
    • Junior High Schools
      • Pelican Coast: DeLaura Middle School
      • On base North and Central Housing: Students in 7th grade will attend Cocoa Beach High School
    • High Schools
      • Pelican Coast: Satellite Beach High School
      • On base North and Central Housing: Cocoa Beach High School
• Home Schooling
  • Section 228.041 Florida Statutes, defines home education as "sequentially progressive instruction of a student in his or her home by his or her parent or guardian." All parents who implement a Home Education Program must comply with requirements prescribed by law or rules of the state board, included but not limited to compulsory attendance and record keeping. Also, schools will not award high school credit in grades 9-12 for instruction in a Home Education Program. There are specific rules and guidelines that can be obtained from the school board. Additional support and guidance for home educators can be obtained by calling the local chapter of the Florida Parent Educators Association at 321-723-1714.
• Private School
  • Most of the private schools listed also have day care services or preschool classes for children younger than five. Many have before and after-school childcare programs.
• Adult Education
  • General Educational Development (GED) program is offered by the Brevard County School Board. The test costs $40 and is given once a month at the Brevard County Services Facility, 2700 St Johns Street, Viera, Florida. Those who pass earn a Florida high school diploma. The tests are given from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and for additional information call 633-1000, Ext. 377. Those wishing help preparing for the test can attend free classes offered through the Adult Education Program. For more information call 321-631-1911 and ask for the Adult Education Department.