WHY FLORIDA? Our students enjoy Florida’s weather year round. This means they are able to spend a lot more class time and free time
sunny, warm
outside!
Live in a Tropical Climate “Sunshine State� with 360 days of sun and more hours of daylight for students to do athletics. Students have waterfront access = boating, sailing, kayaking, fishing, scuba diving, cast-netting, and more.
Opportunity:
Vacation
Florida has an average of 70 million visitors a year and is one of the top travel destinations. Visit your student and relax on some of the best beaches in the world or enjoy attractions such as amusement parks and world-acclaimed museums.
Opportunity:
Things to Do
More than 900 events bring over 10 million people to St. Petersburg each year to experience yacht races, triathlons, baseball games, cultural exhibits, museums, music, and more. School is located minutes from the beach, shopping plazas, restaurants, theaters, museums, and recreational parks which students explore during class field trips or their free time.
Opportunity:
S ports
St. Petersburg and Tampa have major league sport teams for football, baseball, hockey, soccer, and basketball. Students have opportunities to attend, volunteer, and perform at sporting events (present the colors, sing national anthem, dri" team presentation, etc).
Opportunity:
Be Involved
Many of our students volunteer or raise money for local non-profit organizations which builds a sense of pride and community. Pet shelters, children hospitals, environment care, retirement homes, disaster relief, and more.
Opportunity:
College Placement
Florida has top ranking colleges and Admiral Farragut Academy students have many opportunities to network with their recruiters. Florida colleges oer scholarships and financial aid for students from around the country and the world, and additional aid to Florida residents. Florida’s great weather allows colleges to maximize their athletic programs.
Opportunity:
Business Leaders Florida is home to some of the largest, fastest growing and most diverse companies in the U.S. Publix Super Markets, Tech Data, Home Shopping Network, Military Contractors, Jabil Circuit, Val Pak, and many more.