The document discusses top ranked high schools in Miami that focus on different areas such as design, maritime studies, arts, and diverse academic programs. It provides details about each school's rankings, programs offered, extracurricular activities, and performance on last year's evaluations. Requirements for some programs include completing algebra and other classes with certain grades by the start of 9th grade. Taking algebra next year would help meet requirements for admission to magnet programs at these schools.

1. Algebra in 8th Grade…Where Can This Take Us??? A look at some of the TOP-RANKED high schools in Miami. You are all BRILLIANT, business professionals ready to work hard. Any of these schools could be YOURS if you work hard this year and take High School Math (Algebra) next year….. Let’s look at the possibilities……

3. Advanced Placement and ESOL courses are available.

4. Eligible seniors have the opportunity to work hands-on in design through an internship program.

6. What better place than Miami to study the maritime sciences? Extracurricular clubs include everything from Future Business Leaders of America to Underwater Robotics to a performing Salsa Club.

9. The clubs and activities are just as diverse; you can find your niche here relatively easily, and if you don't know where you belong, there's plenty to try.

11. An example of the school requirements… “How are applications to MAST evaluated? We will review academic and conduct grades along with attendance. The application review is a quantified process and thus points are assigned for each component. Stronger grades and attendance increase a child’s chances of being entered into lottery. The school requires that students applying for 9th grade be enrolled in Algebra 1 and Earth/Space Science. Students applying for 10th grade must be enrolled in Geometry and Biology. Students must have an A or B in all courses— and no grade lower than a B in conduct in any course. We look closely at attendance. Students who go to lottery will have no more than four absences in the first semester. Absences above four must be explained. Private or parochial school parents must request that an official transcript be sent directly to MAST. Where applicable: Math and science course virtual school documentation must be submitted by parents directly to MAST.”

12. Reflection What do you find interesting about these schools? What opportunities would going to this school open up for you? How can taking algebra next year help you to get into one of these high schools? What did you notice about the high schools’ requirements?