Page 11 - Jupiter West - December '21

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Annual Hats Off Nonprofit Awards from page 10

Community Partners of South Florida
Courtney Mickens, sponsor
and committee member,
JMI Institute for Global
Entrepreneurship

Community Partners of South Florida, Innovation Award

Karen Chambers, FAU Community Health Center,
Community Collaborators Award

Marsha Burkhardt, volunteer

Martine Pierre Paul, Thais Sullivan; Valley Bank Sponsors

Pam Rada, board chair,
Boys & Girls Clubs, Large Nonprofit: Mary O’Connor, Eric Roby, Trudy Crowetz, Jaene Dress for Success, Small
Miranda, Childondra Sheppard, Jessica Cecere and Shamus Gordon Nonprofit of the Year

Oxbridge Academy on the Move

What does an acclaimed co-educational, independent newly appointed athletic director Stan Ross, also the
school – known for instilling values, building boys’ lacrosse coach. “Oxbridge paused the football
character, emphasizing diversity, and creating a program in 2018 with some safety concerns with some
curriculum suited for individual choice – do when of the games on the schedule and other reorganization
it reaches its 10-year milestone? In the case of decisions.” Ross adds. “COVID-19 delayed our plans Kimberly McCarten, Chadi Irani, Jessica Cecere
Oxbridge Academy in West Palm Beach it adds a a little, however we feel we are ready for the return of
middle school for grades seven and eight and brings football as a junior varsity sport next fall and varsity
back one of its signature athletic programs, football competition in the years to come.”
along with a return of its cheerleading team. The
Oxbridge Academy Middle School opened its doors The athletic program also includes baseball,
in August and football is set to return to campus in basketball, cross-country, equestrian, golf, lacrosse,
the fall of 2022. sailing, soccer, softball, swimming, track & field,
tennis, girls volleyball, and girls flag football. Over
“When we began planning for our 10-year anniversary the years, many Oxbridge student-athletes have
and identified ways to build on our strong foundation, received scholarships to play at the next level in
a middle school and bringing back our football college.
program were a big part of the conversation,” Katia Saint Preux, Peter Cruise, Jessica Cecere
explained Oxbridge Head of School Ralph Maurer. Academically, Oxbridge boasts an average class
The school’s 10-year milestone also coincided with size of 14, a 9:1 student/faculty ratio, and a faculty NEED A/C? We’ve Got You Covered!
several other important factors: more families moving of which 77% have advanced degrees, including
into the area and an increasing demand for private 13% with doctorates. Oxbridge is also proud of its
school education. The timing is right, and so is the unique, signature programs: Artificial Intelligence
mission. (AI), Aviation, Cambridge (England) Scholars, and
Independent Research. The school’s Model U.N. and “WE SHOW
“Adding middle school grades means preparing debate teams and its theater students consistently
students at a younger age to be world citizens receive statewide awards and recognition. The
and future leaders who are caring, confident, number of extra-curricular options grows as students UP!”
compassionate, critical thinkers,” Maurer continues. are encouraged to bring new ideas for clubs. Oxbridge
“It gives younger students from all walks of life the also emphasizes community service, which includes
opportunity to benefit from a culture that nurtures tutoring students, clothing and toy drives, and beach
and instills values such as integrity, honesty, respect, clean ups.
and gratitude. It will help them develop character and
discover their passions at an earlier age and prepare It’s your turn to discover Oxbridge.
them for a seamless transition to our high school.”
For more information about Oxbridge Academy,
“Bringing back our football program adds another e-mail admission@oapb.org or call (561) 972-9826.
fantastic athletic program and enhances opportunities Call Today for a FREE estimate!
for our student body and school spirit,” explains 561.575.2173
231 Jupiter St., Jupiter, FL
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