Applications are now open for the 2026-27 school year.
Thank you for your interest in the CFK Academy. Applications are now open. Applications are due February 24, 2026 and the lottery is scheduled for February 26, 2026.
The College of the Florida Keys Academy
CFK Academy has received an A rating once again from the Florida Department of Education for the 2024-25 school year.
- The College of the Florida Keys takes education to a new level—expanding options and opportunities for students and their families in the Keys. CFK Academy, a tuition-free public charter high school, focuses on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) and Career Technical Education (CTE). CFK Academy offers unique and innovative opportunities to families, businesses, and community stakeholders throughout Monroe County.
Open Office Hours and Onsite Tour - February 12
The College of the Florida Keys Academy (CFK Academy) will host virtual office hours and an onsite tour with the Principal, Dr. Ja-Ronika Veldheer, on Thursday, February 12. Virtual office hours will be held via an online meeting room from 12:00-12:30 p.m. and the onsite tour will be from 5:30-6:00 p.m. at CFK Academy. At both events, Dr. Veldheer will answer any questions about the A-rated, tuition-free public charter high school, its academic offering, and application process.
Those interested to attend one or both can register via email to communications@cfk.edu before 12:00 p.m. on February 12th for access to the online meeting room and/or to register for the onsite tour.
Calendar and Bell Schedule
Bell Schedule
| Monday-Thursday | Class Period | Friday | Class Period |
| 7:30-8:35 | 1st Class | 7:30-9:40 | 7th Class |
| 8:35-9:40 | 2nd Class | 9:40-11:50 | 7th Class |
| 9:40-10:45 | 3rd Class | 11:50-12:20 | Lunch |
| 10:45-11:50 | 4th Class | 12:20-1:25 | Study Hall |
| 11:50-12:20 | Lunch | 1:25-2:30 | 7th Class |
| 12:20-1:25 | 5th Class | ||
| 1:25-2:30 | 6th Class |
Newsletter
Opportunity for Acceleration
Designed to ensure students meet the requirements for high school graduation and enrollment in a Florida college, university, or other desired postsecondary pathway, CFK Academy encourages students to follow a course of study that exceeds the minimum standard high school diploma requirements. Students may pursue a Scholar or Merit designation and/or earn transferable college credit with the intention of simultaneous completion of an associate degree.
Extracurricular Connections
CFK Academy students have access to a variety of extracurricular activities through a partnership with Monroe County School District. CFK Academy students can participate in sports, bands, and other clubs at the high school of their choice.
Important Links
CFK Academy graduation
Congratulations to the inaugural class of 2025!