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Brevard Public Schools is passionate about teaching and learning! We understand that teachers have the greatest impact on student learning and are committed to a diverse workforce, developing the craft of each teacher, and supporting ongoing professional growth and advancement. If you share our passion, I encourage you to become part of our talented and diverse teaching family, as well as a community that loves our schools and provides a great place to live, enjoy recreation, worship, and more. Contact us today, so we can support you to take advantage of the great opportunities within Brevard Public Schools and our community.
Mark W. Mullins, Ed.D. Superintendent
Top 10 Reasons To Join Our BPS Family
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1. BPS was the #1 large school district in Florida based on 2018 student assessment results due to the hard work of our teachers and students.
2. Three BPS schools were named 2017 National Blue Ribbon Schools (out of 12 total in Florida). Additionally, West Shore Jr./Sr. High was recognized in 2018.
3. Out of 83 schools, 64 have earned state Five Star awards for volunteerism and community engagement; 25 deemed state Schools of Excellence, earning greater autonomy.
4. BPS seniors had a great deal to celebrate in 2018: 1344 se- niors earned Bright Futures Scholarships, 378 seniors earned their AA degree through EFSC along with their high school diploma, 64% of our seniors went on to enroll in college and 39% earned industry certifications in CTE/STEM courses.
5. BPS offers outstanding support for new teachers through school-based mentoring support, our New Teacher Academy and targeted professional development to increase the success of our new teachers.
6. US News and World Report select Melbourne as the #1 place to live near beaches in the US! Melbourne was ahead of San Diego, Sarasota and Honolulu.
7. Teacher leadership opportunities abound within our district. Teachers can take advantage of PD that helps strengthen their understanding of leadership, take on leadership roles within their schools and district or assist in curriculum writing during the summers.
8. Brevard County boasts over 200 parks and 11 protected sanctuaries that residents can either hike or bike. With miles of beaches and intercoastal waterway, residents can enjoy countless opportunities to fish, surf, kayak, sail and paddle- board year-round.
9. The median cost of housing in 2018 for Melbourne was 198,425 compared to the national average of 227,025. There is no state income tax and our sales tax is lower than many counties in Florida.
10. CNN Travel selected Brevard County as one of the top 19 worldwide spots to visit and Brevard County is home to Kennedy Space Center.