Electives
Physical Education
Credit: 1
Description: This course provides students with the opportunity to learn a variety of sports and sport related movements as well as health and fitness concepts. Health topics relate to nutrition, fitness health and wellness. Emphasis is placed on active participation and positive social interaction during fitness and sport activities.
Health & Fitness
Credit: 1
Description: This course aims to educate students on topics such as exercise, nutrition, and stress management to help them make healthy choices throughout their lives.
Yoga
Credit: 1
Description: Students will develop an enhanced appreciation of their own body, and an acceptance of its uniqueness. They will have improved spinal mobility, increased flexibility of movement, increased strength, and improved posture and sitting habits. Their focus and concentration will improve, as will their functional breathing. They will learn to be more in touch with their own needs, and those of others. Students will learn to identify the precursors of stress and release them more easily. They will learn how to relax at will. They will experience the health benefits of yoga, and learn coping skills that will enable them to get more out of everyday life.
Advanced Performance & Wellness Credit: 1
Description: This course focuses on fitness, strength training, physical conditioning, and concepts, activities, and knowledge that promote lifelong health and wellness. The course is structured to develop students understanding of weight training and physical conditioning for the beginning and advanced athlete.
Journalism I
Credit: 1
Description: Journalism introduces students to the exciting world of print, online and broadcast media. Law, ethics and the history of journalism complement the major units of study: reporting, writing, editing, photography, advertising, design, management and teamwork.
Intro to Social & Digital Media Credit: 1
Description: The course teaches individuals how to create a social media campaign, and how to analyze and present data in order to address organizational issues and make appropriate business decisions... You will also learn how to build social media strategies and tactics, build and manage campaigns, and develop social media content.
Future Engineers
Credit: 1
Description: This STEM course is a basic introduction to engineering for all students. Students who complete this course will learn the concepts necessary in order to develop their ideas into solutions that will improve our lives. Exciting hands-on learning activities like data comparison of heart rates, rating consumer products, destructive testing and building speakers apply math, science, history, and English content from other courses in a STEM experience. This course makes science and mathematics more engaging, interesting, concrete, and relevant. The course’s intention and purpose is to educate students in a “main line” method providing STEM education for everyone. While providing a STEM based education for all students, those interested in becoming practicing engineers clearly benefit from this course content.
Intro to Business Credit: 1
Description: Introduction to Business introduces students to the various functions and areas of business, including strategy, marketing, economics, finance, operations, accounting, ethics, human-resources, management, technology, and information.
Entrepreneurship Lab
Credit: 1
Description: An entrepreneur is someone who identifies an opportunity by creating a solution to a problem, starts a business, assumes the personal and financial risk (and rewards) of the venture, and strives for constant improvement in an effort to grow the business and improve society. In Principles of Entrepreneurship, we will highlight the various aspects involved in envisioning, starting, growing, leading, and managing a business. And, we walk students through the process of creating a pitch deck for their business plan, i.e. a roadmap of the business’s goals and objectives, and the strategy and details of how those goals and objectives will be achieved. In this course students will spend the year building their own business plan and developing a business pitch for an investor panel.
OUR ELECTIVES – OUR CAREER PATHWAYS
Landow Jewish Academy offers six core career pathways for students in grades 6 through 12, designed to ignite their passion and guide them toward purposeful futures:
Pre-Law & Public Affairs
Entrepreneurship/ Personal Finance
Medical Sciences
Film, TV Production, & Journalism
Engineering & Computer Science
Marketing & Social Media
Pathway 1
PRE-LAW & PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Step into the world of law, government, and advocacy through hands-on courses and real-world experience.
Debate, Mock Trial & Moot Court
Compete locally and nationally while sharpening your argument and public speaking skills.
Dual Enrollment
Criminal Evidence & Criminal Justice Earn college credit through Miami Dade College while studying courtroom procedures and legal systems.
Comprehensive Law Honors
Discover the foundations of American law and its role in shaping society.
Criminal Justice I–III
Explore U.S. law enforcement, courts, constitutional rights, and the impact of crime on society.
Executive Internship III
Master appellate advocacy through research, writing, and simulated oral arguments.
Court Procedures
Experience every step of a trial while building persuasive speaking and legal reasoning skills.
Pathway 2
MEDICAL SCIENCES
Hands-on, high-impact preparation for future doctors, health professionals, and emergency responders.
Core Courses
Explore biology, anatomy, and health science foundations while applying for the Allied Health Science track.
Emergency Medicine
Train for real-world emergencies with courses in EMR, ECG, 911 Dispatch, and Firefighting I & II.
Health Sciences (Sports Medicine/Exercise Science)
Study injury prevention, body mechanics, and physical therapy through Exercise Science I–III, EKG Tech, and Dual Enrollment Sports Medicine with university mentors.
Recommended Advanced Courses
DE Anatomy & Physiology, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Psychology, AP Statistics, AP or DE English.
Certifications Earned
CPR/AED, First Aid, CMAA, 4 FEMA Certificates, Water Safety Awareness — building credentials for health careers.
Pathway 3
ENGINEERING & COMPUTER SCIENCE
Innovate, build, and code your way into the future with hands-on tech, robotics, and AI experiences.
Core Courses
Learn programming, data systems, and emerging technologies through Digital Information Technology, AP Computer Science, and Intro to Artificial Intelligence.
Clubs & Competitions
Join the award-winning VEX Robotics Team and take part in engineering challenges.
Specialized Electives
Explore robotics and drone technology with courses like Robotics: Applications & Careers and Drones: Remote Pilot.
Industry Certifications
FAA Part 107 Commercial Drone Pilot License, RECF Robotics & Pre-Engineering Certification, Oracle Java SE 8 OCA, and Information Technology Specialist in Java.
Pathway 4
ENTREPRENEURSHIP / PERSONAL FINANCE
Build brands, launch businesses, and master digital marketing through hands-on, real-world experiences.
Core Courses
Dive into Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Business Ownership, and Personal Finance to gain essential skills for today’s economy.
Clubs & Programs
Join DECA, BPA, and Virtual Enterprise International (VEI) — a global business simulation where students run real-world virtual companies and trade with peers worldwide.
Specialized Electives
Explore Meta Social Media, Marketing Management, and Business Applications to prepare for leadership in the digital world.
Industry Certifications
Earn credentials in Entrepreneurship (ESB), Microsoft Office, Project Management (PMI), Meta Digital Marketing, and Intuit Personal Finance — plus compete at the Business Youth Summit in NYC.
Pathway 5
FILM, TV PRODUCTION
& JOURNALISM
Tell powerful stories through video, develop technical skills, and build a professional media portfolio.
Program Overview
Dive into digital video production with hands-on training in filming, editing, and storytelling. Complete real-world projects and earn Adobe Premiere Pro certification.
Industry Connections
Learn directly from professionals in media and journalism through guest lectures, workshops, and expert feedback.​
Competitions
Showcase your talent in the Student Television Network Challenge, FSPA Digital Contests, and Fall Frenzy — sharpening creativity, collaboration, and technical skill.
Experiential Learning
Go beyond the classroom with field trips to news stations, universities, and production studios that offer real-world media insights.
Capstone Experience
Over three years, build a standout digital portfolio featuring original films, broadcasts, and multimedia projects that demonstrate your creative voice and production expertise.
Pathway 6
MARKETING & SOCIAL MEDIA
Create content, build brands, and master the art of digital influence in today’s fast-moving marketing world.
Program Overview
Gain hands-on experience in marketing strategy, social media management, and brand development while exploring tools used by top companies—including Meta’s platforms. Courses include Marketing Essentials, Social Media Business Marketing, and Business Ownership.
Competitions & Clubs
Compete in DECA, BPA, and Virtual Enterprise International (VEI), where students launch and manage virtual businesses in a global marketplace.
Industry Connections
Learn from marketing professionals and content creators through guest speakers, live projects, and real-time feedback.
Experiential Learning
Participate in real-world marketing simulations, social media campaigns, and travel to major events like the Business Youth Summit at NYC’s Javits Center.
Certifications
Earn industry-recognized credentials including Meta Certified Digital Marketing Associate, Entrepreneurship & Small Business (ESB), Intuit Personal Finance, Microsoft Office, and Project Management Ready (PMI).