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Enrollment

Who Is JJCS For?

JJCS serves youth in grades 6–12 under the supervision of the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ). Students are referred through the Juvenile Justice Intake system following referral by law enforcement.

Enrollment is not voluntary — students are placed here as part of court-ordered detention. All educational services are provided in accordance with M-DCPS standards and the student's individual academic needs.

Important: JJCS is a secured educational facility. Placement is coordinated through the Juvenile Justice system and M-DCPS.

Registration Requirements

Court referral / DJJ placement documentation
Previous school transcripts and academic records
Proof of age / birth certificate
Immunization records (Florida Form 680)
IEP or 504 Plan documentation (if applicable)
Social Security Number (for records purposes)
Emergency contact information

Calendar

Trimester Calendar Overview

JJCS operates year-round on a trimester calendar to accommodate student intake at any time.

Grading Period	Approx. Start	Approx. Days	Notes
Summer / Period 1	Early July	~47 days	Year begins with Summer grading period
Period 2	Fall	~42 days	Includes major holidays
Period 3	Winter/Spring	~46 days
Period 4	Spring	~45 days	End of school year

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