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Juvenile Justice Center School

The Right Choice For A Positive Future!  |  Under DEO  |  M-DCPS

3300 NW 27th Ave, Miami, FL
📞 (305) 638-5054
Grades 6–12

Programs & Services

Comprehensive support designed to educate, empower, and prepare every student for a successful future.

Academic Programs

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Core Academic Instruction

Aligned to M-DCPS curriculum standards across all core subjects: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies for grades 6–12.

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Credit Recovery

Blended model of small-group instruction and computer-based learning helps students recover credits and stay on track toward high school graduation.

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Post-Secondary Readiness

College and career advisement to help students identify post-secondary pathways — higher education, vocational training, and employment opportunities.

Support Services

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Social-Emotional Learning

Programs targeting emotional, physical, and social well-being. Students develop healthier attitudes and coping strategies for sustainable positive change.

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Mentorship & Counseling

Strategic mentorship and individual counseling build confidence, responsibility, and life skills in every student we serve.

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One-Stop Center Access

Students released from adjudication are referred to the DEO One-Stop Center for educational assessment and connection to community support agencies.

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Transition & Re-Entry Services

Comprehensive re-entry planning begins on day one to facilitate a smooth return to traditional schools or alternative programs upon release.

DJJ Partnership

Close collaboration with the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice and Miami-Dade Juvenile Services to coordinate education, health, and legal support.

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Recreational Programs

Structured recreational activities promote physical wellness, teamwork, and positive social interaction during the student’s time at the center.

DEO Partner Programs

JJCS students also have access to the broader network of DEO programs available across Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

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Acceleration Academies

Accelerated learning options for students who need intensive academic support to get back on track.


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5000 Role Models of Excellence

An in-school dropout prevention and mentoring program for minority boys ages 9–19 at risk of dropping out.


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Pace Center for Girls

Comprehensive services for at-risk girls combining education, counseling, and life management skills.


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Graduation Alliance

Personalized learning solutions designed to help students who have fallen behind earn their diplomas.


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Secondary Student Success Center

Blended learning for middle school students needing course recovery to stay on the graduation track.


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Teenage Parent Program (TAP)

Educational and ancillary services for pregnant and parenting M-DCPS students, including childcare and transportation.


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