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CAVA is proud to offer a rigorous full-time, part-time, and international curriculum which emphasizes Catholic principals while preparing students for the future ahead.

Our Curriculum

Our curriculum is facilitated by innovative, state-certified Catholic teachers. Colleges and universities recognize our curriculum, credit recovery courses and high school diploma. We are also proud to say that our school is the only virtual, Catholic school in existence which enjoys the endorsement of not only the Archdiocese of Miami but the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops as well. 

Our comprehensive curriculum is intended to address the individual needs and learning style of all students, making sure to meet them where they are academically. General, Honors, and Advanced Placement courses are offered to ensure that students are challenged in a college preparatory learning environment while meeting their individual needs. Our courses are spread over 9 major academic disciplines: Theology, Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, World Languages, Physical and Health Education, Practice Arts, and Fine Arts. 

While We follow an academic path that meets the high school requirements for the State of Florida; We have the flexibility to meet students where they are academically, socially, and emotionally by having the ability to create an academic plan that not only fulfills the requirements of any school around the world but allows the student to explore various areas of study enriching their learning process. 

Academic Grading System

Grade Numerical Equivalent Standard Weight Honors Weight AP Weight Un-Weighted
A - Excellent 90-100 4.0 5.0 6.0 4.0
B - Good 80-89 3.0 4.0 5.0 3.0
C - Average 70-79 2.0 3.0 4.0 2.0
D - Poor 60-69 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
F - Failure 59-00 0 0.0 0.0 0.0

The grade point average for full-time students is determined by dividing the total credits scheduled into the total sum of quality points earned.
Academic credit will be awarded on a semester basis. Students will receive .5 credit for each semester course completed with a passing grade.

High School Graduation Requirements:

Subject Area Credits Note
Theology 4
English 4
Math 4 1 credit – Algebra I
1 credit – Geometry
1 credit – Algebra II
*Algebra I and/or Geometry completed in Grades 6-8 must have the high school course code posted on the transcript 
Science 3 1 credit – Biology (laboratory component)
1 credit – Chemistry (laboratory component)
Social Studies 3 1 credit – World History
1 credit – American History
0.5 credit – American Government
0.5 credit – Economics
Physical Education 1 Course must include the integration of Health
World Languages  2 Same language, taken consecutively (CAVA requirement)
Fine Art/Practical Arts 1 1 credit – Fine Art or Practical Art 
Electives 2

Fulfilling the Digital Learning Act

(Full-time CAVA students fulfill the requirement after successfully completing one CAVA course.)

On June 2, 2011, Governor Rick Scott signed the Digital Learning Act into law as part of House Bill 7197. 

All incoming 9th-grade students in Florida must now complete one high school-level virtual course as a requirement for graduation. An online high school course taken in grades 6–8 fulfills this requirement. Students and parents should talk to their school's counselor if they are still unsure.

Course Catalog

Our comprehensive curriculum is meticulously designed to inspire and empower students on their educational journey. Rooted in the values exemplified by Blessed Carlo Acutis, our courses blend academic excellence with spiritual growth, fostering a holistic approach to learning. With a diverse range of subjects and engaging instructional methods, we aim to cultivate curious minds, compassionate hearts, and resilient spirits.

Elementary School Courses

List of 10 items.

Middle School Courses

List of 8 items.

  • Theology

    • Middle School Theology I- God's Chosen People
    • Middle School Theology II- The Church
    • Middle School Theology III- Communion of Saints

  • English/ELA

    • Middle School Language Arts I (General & Advanced) 
    • Middle School Language Arts Grade II (General & Advanced)
    • Middle School Language Arts Grade III (General & Advanced) 

  • Mathematics

    • Middle School Grade 6 Mathematics (General & Advanced) 
    • Middle School Grade 7 Mathematics (General & Advanced) 
    • Middle School Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1 Dual Enrollment (General & Honors)
    • Geometry Dual Enrollment (General & Honors)

  • Science

    • Middle School Earth Science (General & Advanced)
    • Middle School Life Science (General & Advanced)
    • Middle School Physical Science (General & Advanced)

  • Social Studies

    • Middle School Civics (General & Advanced)
    • Middle School US History (General & Advanced)
    • Middle School World History (General & Advanced)
    • Middle School Louisiana History 

  • World Languages

    • Middle School Spanish Beginning
    • Middle School Spanish Intermediate 

  • Physical Fitness

    • Middle School Fitness Grade 6
    • Middle School Comprehensive PE 6/7
    • Middle School Comprehensive PE 8

  • Electives

    • Middle School Business Keyboarding
    • Middle School Career Research & Decision Making
    • Middle School Coding Fundamentals
    • Middle School Computer Science Discoveries I
    • Middle School Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Learning Strategies
    • Middle School Digital Art and Design
    • Middle School Exploring Music
    • Middle School Journalism I 
    • Middle School Visual Art I
    • Middle School Visual Art II

High School Courses

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  • Theology

    • Revelation of Christ in Scripture
    • Who is Jesus Christ?
    • Christology
    • Ecclesiology [eBook purchase required]
    • Sacraments
    • Life in Christ
    • World Religions
    • Social Justice

  • English/ELA

    • English I
    • English I Honors
    • English II
    • English II Honors
    • English III
    • English III Honors
    • English IV
    • English IV Honors
    • Intensive Reading: Fields of Reading
    • Intensive Reading: A Universe of Reading
    • Journalism
    • Social Media

  • Mathematics

    • Algebra I
    • Algebra I Honors
    • Algebra II
    • Algebra II Honors
    • Calculus Honors
    • Geometry
    • Geometry Honors
    • Mathematics for College Liberal Arts
    • Pre Calculus Honors
    • Probability and Statistics Honors

  • Science

    • Anatomy & Physiology
    • Anatomy & Physiology Honors
    • Biology
    • Biology Honors
    • Environmental Science
    • Environmental Science Honors
    • Chemistry
    • Chemistry Honors
    • Earth Space Science
    • Earth Space Science Honors
    • Forensic Science
    • Marine Science
    • Marine Science Honors
    • Physical Science
    • Physical Science Honors
    • Physics 
    • Physics Honors 

  • Social Studies

    • Economics
    • Economics Honors
    • Holocaust Studies
    • Law Studies
    • Personal Finance and Money Management
    • Psychology
    • United States Government
    • United States Government Honors
    • United States History
    • United States History Honors
    • World History
    • World History Honors

  • World Languages

    • French I
    • French II
    • French III Honors
    • Latin I
    • Latin II
    • Latin III Honors
    • Spanish I
    • Spanish II
    • Spanish III Honors
    • Spanish IV Honors

  • Health/PE

    • Fitness and Lifestyle Design
    • HOPE
    • Life Management Skills
    • Personal Fitness

  • General Electives

    • Agriscience Foundations I Honors
    • Agricultural Communications II Honors
    • Agricultural Communications III Honors
    • Applications of Artificial Intelligence [Practical Arts elective]
    • Art History and Criticism I Honors [Fine Arts elective]
    • College and Career Readiness
    • Computer and Network Security Fundamentals Honors [Practical Arts elective]
    • Criminal Justice Operations I
    • Cybersecurity Essentials [Practical Arts elective]
    • Digital Art Imaging I [Fine Arts elective]
    • Digital Information Technology [Practical Arts elective]
    • Foundations of Curriculum and Instruction
    • Foundations of Programming [Practical Arts elective]
    • Health Science Foundations
    • Hospitality and Tourism Marketing Management
    • Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism
    • Introduction to the Teaching Profession
    • Leadership Skills Development
    • Music of the World [Fine Arts Elective]
    • Principles of Entrepreneurship
    • Procedural Programming [Practical Arts elective]
    • Technology for Hospitality and Tourism [Practical Arts elective]
    • Theatre, Cinema, and Film Production [Fine Arts elective]

  • Fine Arts

    • Art History and Criticism Honors
    • Music of the World
    • Theatre, Cinema, and Film Production

  • Practical Arts

    • Computer and Network Security Fundamentals
    • Computer and Network Security Fundamentals Honors
    • Social Media
    • Digital Art Imaging
    • Applications of Artificial Intelligence
    • Artificial Intelligence in the World
    • Cybersecurity Essentials
    • Digital Information Technology
    • Foundations of Programming
    • Computer Science Discoveries II
    • Procedural Programming
    • Technology for Hospitality and Tourism

  • Advanced Placement (AP)

    • AP English Language and Composition
    • AP English Literature and Composition
    • AP Calculus AB
    • AP Calculus BC
    • AP Statistics
    • AP Biology
    • AP Environmental
    • AP Physics 
    • AP Human Geography
    • AP Macroeconomics
    • AP Microeconomics
    • AP US Government and Politics
    • AP US History
    • AP French
    • AP Art History
    • AP Computer Science A
    • AP Computer Science Principles

Dual Enrollment

Dual enrollment is an acceleration program that allows secondary students, including home education students and students with disabilities, to take postsecondary coursework and simultaneously earn credit toward a high school diploma as well credits towards their college degrees.  

High School Dual Enrollment (students in Grades 6-8): 

Our high school dual enrollment program provides middle school students, in grades 6-8, the opportunity to participate in a rigorous, high school level program which will not only prepare them for high school but will also offer them high school credit. 

Check with your school’s counselor to see which High School Dual Enrollment courses are approved by your school.  Students from Archdiocese of Miami school, in grades 7-8, who are interested in taking Algebra I Honors must sit for the IAAT placement test and complete the test with an 85% or higher as well as teacher recommendation.  

College/University Dual Enrollment (students in Grades 9-12): 

We are pleased to partner with St. Thomas University to provide our students with the opportunity to earn college credits while simultaneously earning their high school diploma. 

Courses Offered for College Dual Enrollment:

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  • High School: Social Studies

    St. Thomas UniversityEUH 1000History of Western Civilizations IWorld History Honors Semester 12109320
    St. Thomas UniversityEUH 1001History of Western Civilizations IIWorld History Honors Semester 22109320
    St. Thomas UniversityAMH 2020United States History IIUnited States History Honors Semester 1
    United States History Honors Semester 2
    Advanced Placement United States History Semester 1
    Advanced Placement United States History Semester 2    		2100320
    2100320
    2100330
    2100330

  • High School: World Languages

    St. Thomas UniversitySPN 1101Introduction to SpanishSpanish IV Honors Semester 1
    Spanish IV Honors Semester 2    		0708370
    0708371
    St. Thomas UniversitySPN 2200Intermediate Grammar, Composition and ReadingSpanish III Honors Semester 1
    Spanish III Honors Semester 2    		0708360
    0708360
    St. Thomas UniversitySPN 1102CIntroduction to Spanish IISpanish III Honors Semester 1
    Spanish III Honors Semester 2    		0708360
    0708360
    St. Thomas UniversitySPN 2202CIntermediate Reading, Composition and ConversationSpanish III Honors Semester 1
    Spanish III Honors Semester 2    		0708360
    0708360
    St. Thomas UniversitySPN 2603Spanish Language and Grammar for Spanish Speakers II
    St. Thomas UniversitySPW 2742The Spanish American Short Story

  • High School: Language Arts

    St. Thomas UniversityENC 1101CompositionEnglish IV Honors Semester 1
    English IV Honors Semester 2
    Advanced Placement English Language & Composition Semester 1
    Advanced Placement English Language & Composition Semester 2    		1001410
    1001410
    1001420
    1001420
    St. Thomas UniversityENL 2012Survey of English Literature IAdvanced Placement English Literature & Composition Semester 1
    Advanced Placement English Literature & Composition Semester 2    		1001430
    1001430
    St. Thomas UniversityENC 1102Composition and LiteratureAdvanced Placement English Language & Composition Semester 1
    Advanced Placement English Language & Composition Semester 2    		1001420
    1001420
    St. Thomas UniversityENL 2022Survey of English Literature IIAdvanced Placement English Literature & Composition Semester 1
    Advanced Placement English Literature & Composition Semester 2    		1001430
    1001430
In order to be considered for Dual Enrollment courses, the student must maintain at least a 3.0 unweighted high school GPA and must demonstrate readiness for the rigors of the course as shown in standardized test scores such as Terra Nova, PSAT, ACT or SAT and/or teacher recommendation. 

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NCAA-Approved Courses

CAVA offers student athletes a large selection of NCAA-approved core, elective, and Advanced Placement® (AP®) courses.

If you plan to attend college and play a college-level sport, it is important that you educate yourself on the requirements for eligibility. Meeting the academic eligibility requirements to play a sport at a given college is not the same as meeting the academic standards for admission to that college.  

More information on NCAA eligibility and approved courses can be found at https://www.ncaa.org/

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  • English

    • AP ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION
    • AP ENGLISH LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION
    • ENGLISH I
    • ENGLISH II
    • ENGLISH III
    • ENGLISH IV
    • JOURNALISM I

  • Mathematics

    • ALGEBRA I
    • ALGEBRA I HONORS
    • ALGEBRA II
    • ALGEBRA II HONORS
    • AP CALCULUS AB
    • AP CALCULUS BC
    • AP STATISTICS
    • CALCULUS HONORS
    • GEOMETRY
    • GEOMETRY HONORS
    • MATH FOR COLLEGE LIBERAL ARTS
    • PRE-CALCULUS HONORS
    • PROBABILITY & STATISTICS HONORS

  • Social Science

    • AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY
    • AP MACROECONOMICS
    • AP MICROECONOMICS
    • AP PSYCHOLOGY
    • AP US GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS
    • AP US HISTORY
    • ECONOMICS WITH FINANCIAL LITERACY
    • ECONOMICS WITH FINANCIAL LITERACY HONORS
    • ETHICS
    • GLOBAL STUDIES
    • JEWISH HISTORY
    • LAW STUDIES
    • PSYCHOLOGY
    • US GOVERNMENT
    • US GOVERNMENT HONORS
    • US HISTORY
    • US HISTORY HONORS
    • WORLD HISTORY
    • WORLD HISTORY HONORS
    • WORLD RELIGIONS

  • Natural/Physical Science

    • ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
    • BIOLOGY
    • CHEMISTRY
    • EARTH SPACE SCIENCE
    • ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
    • FORENSIC SCIENCE
    • MARINE SCIENCE
    • PHYSICAL SCIENCE
    • PHYSICS
    • AP BIOLOGY
    • AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
    • ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY HONORS
    • BIOLOGY HONORS
    • CHEMISTRY HONORS
    • EARTH SPACE SCIENCE HONORS
    • ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE HONORS
    • MARINE SCIENCE HONORS
    • PHYSICAL SCIENCE HONORS
    • PHYSICS HONORS

  • Additional Core Courses

     WORLD LANGUAGE, COMPARATIVE RELIGION PHILOSOPHY
    • FRENCH I
    • FRENCH II
    • LATIN I
    • LATIN II
    • SPANISH I
    • SPANISH II
    • AP FRENCH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE
    • FRENCH III HONORS
    • LATIN III HONORS
    • SPANISH III HONORS
    • SPANISH IV HONORS

Accreditation

CAVA is fully accredited by Cognia, an International Registry for Accreditation.
CAVA  is registered with the Florida Department of Education, School Code 7288.
CAVA  is registered with The College Board (SAT, PSAT/NMSQT), School Code 102244.

Contact Us

9401 Biscayne Blvd. Miami Shores, FL, 33138
Phone: (305) 762-9819
Fax: (305) 762-1115

Our Mission

As the first Cognia accredited and Archdiocesan supported virtual Catholic school in the nation, CAVA serves our students by providing flexibility, opportunity, and core values rooted in faith.

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