College Preparatory Education for Grades 9-12
Florida Coastal Prep School provides a structured secondary curriculum in Fort Walton Beach with required academic courses, college planning, and electives in leadership, business, financial literacy, and communication.
A recognized high school program for grades 9-12.
School Program
Secondary Curriculum for College, Career, and Life
Students follow a high school academic plan with core coursework, advisory, technology, college planning, and electives in leadership, business, and communication.
Mission Statement
Florida Coastal Prep School exists to provide a Christ-centered, college preparatory education focused on academic excellence, biblical truth, leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship, and character development.
Our mission is to prepare students for success in higher education, leadership, service, entrepreneurship, and future calling through personalized learning, high expectations, meaningful mentorship, and a school culture rooted in faith, integrity, and Christian character.
About FCPS
A Structured Secondary School Program
Florida Coastal Prep School provides a structured secondary program for grades 9-12. Students complete required academic courses, strengthen study habits, and receive guidance as they prepare for graduation, college, and future study.
Academics
Secondary Curriculum for Grades 9-12
FCPS combines core liberal arts coursework, graduation planning, advisory support, and electives that strengthen academic skills, study habits, and college readiness.
Core Liberal Arts
English, mathematics, science, and social studies provide the academic foundation for high school graduation and college readiness.
Technology Integration
Students use digital tools for research, writing, presentation, financial literacy, communication, and project-based learning.
College Preparation
Advisory time supports transcripts, course planning, college entrance readiness, application preparation, and family communication.
Electives and Enrichment
Leadership, entrepreneurship, media, business communication, and financial literacy broaden the student's academic program.
Graduation Plan
24-Credit College Preparatory Track
FCPS uses a high school graduation plan that keeps students on track from ninth grade through senior year.
- English
- 4 credits
- Mathematics
- 4 credits
- Science
- 3 credits
- Social Studies
- 3 credits
- Fine Arts, Speech/Debate, or Career Education
- 1 credit
- Physical Education & Health
- 1 credit
- Personal Financial Literacy
- .5 credit
- Electives
- 7.5 credits
English I-IV
Literature, grammar, composition, research writing, discussion, and presentation skills across all four years of high school.
Mathematics
Algebra, geometry, advanced math options, quantitative reasoning, and problem solving connected to college and career readiness.
Science
Biology, lab-based science, physical science pathways, inquiry, evidence-based thinking, and preparation for future study.
Social Studies
World history, U.S. history, government, economics, civic responsibility, and the ideas that shape communities and nations.
World Language & Global Studies
Global awareness, cultural literacy, international opportunity, and language planning based on the student's college pathway.
Technology & Digital Literacy
Research tools, digital communication, computer applications, presentation, data awareness, and responsible use of technology.
Leadership Development
Public speaking, debate, ethics, time management, communication, and decision-making for students preparing to lead.
Business & Entrepreneurship
Intro to business, entrepreneurship, startup fundamentals, marketing principles, and how ideas become sustainable ventures.
Financial Literacy
Personal finance, banking, credit, budgeting, investing basics, economics, and responsible money management.
Media & Communications
Business communication, digital marketing, media literacy, presentation skills, and responsible digital communication.
Advisory Seminar
Goal setting, study habits, transcript review, college planning, family check-ins, and accountability for student progress.
Capstone & Service
Students complete a culminating project or portfolio that connects academic work to leadership, service, business, or communication.
Admissions
Admissions Process
FCPS is enrolling grades 9-12 for Fall 2026. Families begin with an interest form, then meet with the school team to discuss academic placement, schedule, and next steps.
Start Your Application- Submit the interest form
- Admissions review
- Family interview
- Enroll and secure your spot
Leadership
Leadership and Academic Guidance
Led by founder and Head of School Bianca DeForest, JD, FCPS emphasizes strong academics, personal responsibility, clear guidance, and preparation for college and future leadership.