Experience World-Class Curriculum and Excellent Teachers
True North ranks in the top 25 schools in the entire state of Florida by staying true to our vision. Our Vision is to unleash a thirst for knowledge within our students. At True North Classical Academy Sunset, students will become lifelong learners as their passions align to their purpose in the pursuit of the True, Good, and Beautiful. By providing a classic liberal arts curriculum that focuses on character and virtue, we develop a culture of excellence for our students.
A Message From Our Head of School
“Welcome to True North Classical Academy’s Sunset Campus. We are proud to provide our students with a rigorous and engaging education in the classical tradition. The foundation of our students’ academic achievement is our focus on moral development through the daily study of our school virtues: courage, moderation, justice, friendship, responsibility, prudence, and wisdom. At True North Classical Academy’s Sunset Campus we cultivate a sense of family, where all of our students, parents, faculty, and staff are welcomed, encouraged and supported.” – Jeanine Finlay, Head of School
Academy Life
Lunch Program
True North Classical Academy uses Greater Miami Caterers as its provider for our lunch program. Greater Miami Caterers will deliver fresh meals to the school daily. All students at True North have the option to order a hot lunch any day of the week at a very affordable price.
Before & After Care (K-8)
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Clubs & Organizations
Parent Student Organization (PSO)
After School Clubs and Organizations
National Junior Honor Society (NJHS)
The National Junior Honor Society chapter of True North Classical Academy is a duly chartered and affiliated chapter of this prestigious national organization. Membership is open to those students who meet the required standards and students are selected for membership by majority vote of a five member principal-appointed faculty council. For more information on eligibility, click here or email dfinnegan@truenorthcharter.org.
Key Club
Key Club is an international, student-led, service organization for high school students. Membership in Key Club is intended to help students enact profound change within their communities, obtain and lead community service projects, build character and leadership skills, and work closely with the Kiwanis organization. For more information email nlizaso@truenorthcharter.org.
Choir
The choir program offers a higher level of vocal repertoire for those students seeking to go beyond the standard curriculum. For more information email nmolina@truenorthcharter.org.
Ensemble
The ensemble offers students the opportunity to explore the challenging orchestral music. For more information email nmolina@truenorthcharter.org.
Judo
The Judo program is designed to develop both physical strength and great mental discipline. Students take instruction from world master, Pan-American and National Kata Champion, Sensei Roberto Alvarez. For more information email alvarezmartialarts1@gmail.com.
Ballet
The ballet program at True North specializes in teaching everyone from toddlers to teens. It instills the fundamentals necessary for growth, discipline, and self-confidence. For more information email jmdancecenter@gmail.com.
Co-Curricular Options for High School 2021-2022
Art Club
The Art Club is a place for new and practicing artists to hone in on their skills, develop their techniques and portfolios, collaborate with other artists like themselves, create bonds with the community through the arts, and learn how to work together through group and individual projects using diverse media and spanning across different themes.
Chess Club (Team)
Chess Club is here to teach beginning and advanced players a deeper understanding of a remarkable game. There will be opportunities to compete locally and nationally in Chess tournaments throughout the area, as well as non-competitive learning opportunities.
Coding Club
The Coding Club will entice you to join the world of Computer Science, regardless of your level of expertise. Beginners can learn how to code and advanced coders can improve their coding.
DECA
DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. Students who participate in DECA will have the opportunity to practice key leadership skills such as goal-setting, consensus building, and project management.
Mathletics
Mathletics is a fun and competitive club that any student can participate in. It is a great way for students to develop intuitive thinking skills and learn new types of math. Students will not only learn new material, but will apply their previous knowledge from school to fun and challenging problems.
Mock Trial Team
The Mock Trial Team provides students an opportunity to learn about the law through engaging in competitions with regional schools hosted by Florida Southern University. Mock Trial is a great choice for students who are interested in law, public service, or journalism.
Music Performance Club
This club develops and showcases the instrumental and vocal musical talents of True North HS students. Students have the opportunity to learn instrumental and voice techniques and no experience is necessary to join this club, simply an interest in the performing arts.
Natural History Club
In this club, you will engage in scientific observations of living things, collect plants and animals (both living and preserved), construct and keep a detailed natural history sketchbook, and build upon your drawing skills to make closely observed drawings of specimens. Join the Natural History Club to better understand the world and the place of living things within it.
Quiz Bowl (Academic Team)
Quiz Bowl is the High School version of College Bowl, and the academic counterpart of the popular TV show Jeopardy. This co-curricular club is ideal for students who enjoy learning a wide variety of subjects–history, literature, art, music, biology, chemistry, physics, astronomy, philosophy, languages, geography, politics, government, and a bit of pop culture–and competing against other High School teams in a quick-paced format of rapid recall and memory.
Robotics Club
Robotics Club is for students who are interested in learning about and working with robots. Students will have the opportunity to develop their STEM skills and gain a better understanding of math, coding, and engineering.
True North Philosophicum
In the True North Philosophicum, students have the opportunity to engage in meaningful and respectful dialogue, while being attentive to each member’s contributions. We explore different perspectives and views on a variety of philosophical topics while watching films and listening to music in order to get to the bottom of these questions and search for answers.
Yearbook / Photography Club
The Yearbook Club produces the school’s annual yearbook. With this goal in mind, members who join the Yearbook Club will be taught basic lessons in photography, writing, editing and electronic layouts. Yearbook Club requires a great deal of writing and time, much of it outside of the normal school day.
Summer Learning
Lower School Summer Learning for 2021-2022
- Kindergarten – none
- 1-5 Summer Learning Plan
- 1-5 Reading Questions
- 1-5 Math Packet
Upper School Summer Learning for 2021-2022
High School Summer Learning for 2021-2022
- 9-11 Summer Learning Plan
- 9-10 Reading Questions
- 9-11 Khan Academy Math (recommended) – class code CK4TYXQZ
Summer Study Programs for 2021-2022 (for current or incoming students)
Parent Resources
Parent Portal
Family Portal from FACTS is a private and secure portal that allows parents to view their child’s grades, attendance, homework and conduct, as well as other useful school information. If you need assistance creating or accessing your Family Portal account, please call or email Ms. Ana at afadhel@truenorthcharter.org.
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School Supplies
Elementary Supply Lists for 2021-2022
You are welcome to download the lists and purchase items yourself, however, we encourage you to take advantage of our partnership with School Ready. Through School Ready, all items will be pre-labeled with your child’s name and delivered directly to their homeroom class. Click on the link below.
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Upper School Supply Lists for 2021-2022
We have partnered with Amazon Smile to make purchasing school supplies fast and convenient for our families. All items will be delivered directly to your home, and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to True North. You are welcome to download the lists and purchase items yourself, however, we encourage you to take advantage of our partnership with Amazon. Click on the link below.
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Uniforms
The uniform brings our students together into one community of learners, irrespective of our diverse backgrounds. The uniform also signifies to the larger community our common purpose and identity as a school in pursuit of the true, the good, and the beautiful. Finally, the uniform frees our students to pursue their intellectual and moral development without the distractions of fad and fashion. True individuality is formed in the heart and mind, not in appearances.
True North is proud to partner with Dennis Uniform Company located at 8807 SW 132nd ST, Miami FL 33176.
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Additionally, all high school students must purchase at least one P.E. Uniform set for special events and activities. Students who chose LIFE Fitness or Strength and Conditioning as their elective should order additional sets. We do not recommend ordering up a size, as the uniforms are designed to fit loose. Uniforms will be available for pick-up before school begins in August.
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Parent Conflict Resolution
True North has an established process for addressing parent concerns. If you feel you do not have your concerns resolved through the normal channels, you can reach out to the True North Parent conflict representative, Mr. Jorge Finlay.
Contact phone – 305-749-5725
Email – jgfinlay@truenorthcharter.org
Athletics
At True North, all students K through High School have an opportunity to participate in sports. Our program seeks excellence in athletic achievement while maintaining that its higher purpose is to develop excellence of character. It is through striving, challenging, pushing, and working that our students stretch themselves towards higher levels of excellence. Athletics is a testing ground for character and excellence in action. We believe that our role, whether it is in the classroom or on the sports field, is to unleash our students to pursue excellence.
Teamsnap
True North has officially partnered with TeamSnap to streamline communication for all of our sports teams. Using this incredible tool, parents can access team rosters, maps of games, team texts, chats and emails, docusign registration forms, live game updates and so much more!
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Teams and Schedules
K-8 Sports*
| Fall Sports | Winter Sports | Spring Sports |
|---|---|---|
| Basketball | Basketball | Flag Football |
| Soccer | Soccer | Soccer (K-1 only) |
| Volleyball |
High School Sports*
| Fall Sports | Winter Sports | Spring Sports |
|---|---|---|
| Cross Country | Basketball - Boys | Beach Volleyball - Girls |
| Football | Competitive Cheer | Flag Football - Girls |
| Golf | Soccer | Tennis |
| Volleyball - Girls | Track and Field | |
| Volleyball - Boys |
*Subject to change due to COVID-19 Regulations
Athletic Physical EL2 Form
Any student who wishes to participate in sports at True North must submit a completed EL2 form, signed by your primary physician, to the Athletic Director either electronically or in person. The EL03, EL05, and GA-04 forms will be sent electronically by the Athletic Administration Team or Head Coach for parents to sign. Students are not eligible to play or even practice with the team until all required documentation has been received. The EL2 form is available for download below.
Homeschool Athletics
The True North Athletic Department has proudly welcomed homeschoolers to be a part of our Middle School, JV, and Varsity athletics for many years. We have homeschool students participating across multiple sports teams each year. We believe the key to building and maintaining relationships with our homeschool athletes and their families is by treating them just like enrolled True North students. One team, one family: True North Titans!
Coaches and Staff
| Shawn Ramirez Director of Athletics sramirez@truenorthcharter.org |
Jackie Roque Assistant Director of Athletics jroque@truenorthcharter.org |
Greg Laffere Football Director glaffere@truenorthcharter.org |
| Alex Abaroa Soccer Director aabaroa@truenorthcharter.org |
Christian Martinez Basketball Director cmartinez@truenorthcharter.org |
Eduardo Duarte Physical Education/Basketball Coach eduarte@truenorthcharter.org |
| Alex Carrandi Cross Country/Track and Field acarrandi@truenorthcharter.org |
Monica Suarez Cheerleading Sponsor msuarez@truenorthcharter.org |
Friedeman Sifontes Volleyball Director freideman@miamivolleyballacademy.net |
Enrollment at True North Academy Sunset
True North uses an online lottery process that randomly selects students who have applied by the application deadline. Prior to each lottery, the school will determine the number of seats available based on the applications received to date.
If you have any questions about the application process, please email us at info@truenorthcharter.org or call us at 305-749-5725.
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Contact Us & Hours
Grades: 6th through 11th Grade
Phone Number: 305-749-5725
Address: 9393 Sunset Drive, Miami, FL 33173
School Hours:
Grades 6-12: 7:45 AM – 2:45 PM
