Montverde Academy Educational and Technology Center Overview

IT’S WHO WE ARE
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2023 East Coast
Vanta League
Playoffs Champions
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Annual First LEGO ® League
Middle School Challenges
held on campus
EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
CENTER AT MVA (ETIC)
From our Lower School to our Upper School, Montverde Academy students are immersed in a
dynamic and comprehensive STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) curriculum
that encourages curiosity, problem-solving, and creative thinking. This immersive experience is
enriched through our dedicated spaces within the Educational Technology and Innovation Center
(ETIC), which provides students with unparalleled opportunities to explore, experiment, plan,
collaborate, and bring their ideas to life through hands-on fabrication of prototypes.
The ETIC serves as the central hub for innovation at Montverde Academy, where students engage
in a wide range of interdisciplinary projects designed to stimulate critical thinking and foster a
deeper understanding of the world around them. Whether designing and building robots, coding
software applications, or creating 3D-printed models, students are given the tools and support they
need to bring their concepts from imagination to reality.
In addition to engineering and robotics, the center supports a variety of creative and technical
endeavors, such as video production, digital photography, graphic design, and interactive media
projects. By combining artistic expression with cutting-edge technology, the ETIC empowers
students to push the boundaries of what’s possible, all while nurturing collaboration and teamwork.
At Montverde Academy, our commitment to STEAM education extends beyond the classroom,
creating an environment where students are inspired to think critically, work collaboratively, and
develop the skills they will need to succeed in an ever-evolving world.

Competitive
Robotics
team
Robotics Program
- Combines in-class curriculum with hands-on learning and teamwork
- Features VEX and FIRST robotics leagues, offering in-depth STEAM education
- Students gain experience in mechatronic engineering, programming languages, and competition
- Academy’s teams have placed and won at local, regional, state, and national levels
Media Arts Program
- Covers film/video production, new media, and digital photography
- Led by industry experts with access to professional equipment and software
- Students write, produce, direct, and publish material for peer review
- Focuses on originality, critical thinking, and a professional work ethic
Digital Photography
- Students progress from basic to advanced techniques (composition, lighting, focal length, etc.)
- Projects published in yearbook and online, building portfolios for future careers
- Practical lab space for hands-on experimentation and skill development
Technology Program
- Starts with block-based programming and advances to Python, Unity, and app development
- Offers opportunities for app creation, website design, and 3D printing integration
- Available from Lower School through Advanced Placement ® courses and STEM concentration tracks
Writing Center
- A dynamic space for refining writing through mentorship and resources
- Supports essays, yearbook production, college personal statements, and creative writing
- Focus on building confident, skilled writers who excel in any field
Award
Winning
Yearbook
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INSPIRING CREATIVITY AND COLLABORATION
Engineering Design Lab (EDL)
- A collaborative space within ETIC for students to design, fabricate, and share ideas
Fabrication Lab & Design Zone
- Students use power tools, 3D printers, Raspberry Pi, Arduino, sewing machines, and
more to build prototypes
- Hands-on experience with a variety of materials and equipment
Engineering Loft
- Collaboration Zone: Innovative tech and flexible furniture to enhance teamwork
- Robotics Zone: Hands-on experience with building and programming robots
- Features arenas for robotic teams to test prototypes and strategize for competitions
Lower School Makerspace
- Developmentally appropriate materials for creative, hands-on problem-solving
- Supports classroom challenges and inspires innovation
Schedule your personal tour today at admissions@montverde.org or scan the QR
code below.
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Montverde Academy offers continuous enrollment.
We admit students of any race, color, national, or
ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs,
and activities made available to students at
the Academy. Montverde Academy does not
discriminate on the basis of disability, race,
national, or ethnic origin in the administration of its
educational policies, admission policies, or athletic,
and other school-administered programs.
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Schedule of
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Steps to Apply
- To apply online, click on Admissions at montverde.org
- Provide required documents
- Submit standardized testing
- Grades 6-10 submit:
- Secondary Admission Test (SSAT) or submit one of the following:
- ISEE
- PSAT
- International applicants grades 6-10 must submit ONE of the following:
- Duolingo English score
- IELTS
- TOEFL
- Grades 11 and 12 submit SAT or ACT scores.
- Applicants grades Pre-K3-5 must schedule an assessment.
- The Lower School applications deadline is December 31.
February 11, 2025 11:30 AM