Mission: The mission of the River City Science Academies is to instill a love of learning in a nurturing environment through the use of engaging and stimulating teaching strategies with a focus on math and science.
7555 Beach Boulevard
Jacksonville FL 32216
904.565.0065
www.rivercityscience.org
Year Opened: 2010-2011
Tours: By appointment. Call Laura Minton at 904.565.0065 or email lminton@rivercityscience.org to schedule a tour.
Special Information: RCSA-ES offers standard and advanced core classes with math and science classes taught by subject area teachers at 4th and 5th grades. Electives include art, computer, PE, health, and character education. Free after-school programs and activities are provided for academic enrichment and remediation. Students participate in clubs such as Science Olympiad, Scholar Bowl, chess, sports, community service. There are many opportunities for additional tutoring by teachers, and parents have access to a comprehensive online grade book.
Lead Teacher Contact: Dogan Tozoglu or Laura Minton, lminton@rivercityscience.org.
7565 Beach Boulevard
Jacksonville FL 32216
904.855.8010
www.rivercityscience.org
Year Opened: 2007-2008
Tours: By appointment. Call Michelle Teears at 904.855.8010 or
email mteears@rivercityscience.org to schedule a tour.
Special Information: RCSA is the first charter school in Duval County to receive a state grade of “A” for two consecutive years. The school is fully accredited by SACS, CASI, and the AdvancED Accreditation Commission and it has received first place awards at the Florida Regional Science Olympiad for two consecutive years. The school offers standard, honors, dual enrollment, and Advanced Placement courses. Elective classes include art, computer, PE, health, SAT, character education, service learning and two world languages. Free after-school programs and activities are provided for academic enrichment and remediation as well as opportunities for additional tutoring by teachers. Students participate in clubs such as Science Olympiad, Scholar Bowl, and community service. Parents have access to a comprehensive online grade book.
Lead Teacher Contact: Dogan Tozoglu or Laura Minton, lminton@rivercityscience.org.