{"id":2680,"date":"2016-01-08T02:15:32","date_gmt":"2016-01-08T02:15:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/slcsbweb1.stlucie.k12.fl.us\/fgm-univ\/?page_id=2680"},"modified":"2026-01-06T14:32:28","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T19:32:28","slug":"marine-oceanographic-academy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/schools.stlucie.k12.fl.us\/fgm\/marine-oceanographic-academy\/","title":{"rendered":"Marine Oceanographic Academy"},"content":{"rendered":"

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MOA-Preparatory Magnet (MOA-PREP)<\/h3>\n

The focus of the Marine (Science) Oceanographic Academy (MOA-Prep) magnet program at Forest Grove Middle School is to emphasize marine science education and its application to the real world through hands-on learning and field experiences.<\/p>\n

The program exposes students to environmental issues and fosters marine stewardship.\u00a0 It is our goal that our students become proactive in their community to preserve and protect their local habitats.<\/p>\n

MOA-Prep students are exposed to a wealth of science-related activities and educational opportunities.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/SAsZWucSMBs”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeInLeft”]The Marine Oceanographic Academy Prep Program (MOA Prep) is a specifically directed program of preparatory studies for a limited cohort of grade 6-8 students who have been selected for potential transition to the upper level Marine and Oceanographic Academy of Harbor Branch at Florida Atlantic University.<\/p>\n

MOA Prep is a district middle school attractor program. It is offered to students in St. Lucie County who demonstrate an aptitude in science and academic ability by scoring high on standardized tests and maintaining a high standard of behavior in school.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeInRight”]<\/p>\n