Communications Magnet

Magnet Coordinator | Jeffrey Romance | 754.322.0672 | Email  @DBHS_CBA |  @dbhs_cba | Counselor Appointment Request

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The Communications/Broadcast Arts Program focuses on the many methods employed in the communication of ideas including text, graphics, audio and video. Students enjoy the use of a professional on-campus television studio, state of the art recording studios, remote cameras, nonlinear video editing, digital video and still cameras, and a comprehensive computer graphics and web design lab to complete academic and extracurricular projects. Students interested in television and radio production, newspaper journalism, digital media and web design, computer graphics, advertising, or public relations will find this program an excellent choice.


Academic Requirements


Acceptance into a Magnet Program for high school students is based on academic performance. Exceptional education students with disabilities must meet magnet school entry requirements that will ensure the student’s success in the magnet program. English Language Learners (E.L.L.) must have F.S.A. or nationally standardized test scores in reading and/or mathematics and the G.P.A. as required criteria for specific magnet programs as described in Policy.

For all high school programs, unless otherwise noted, there is a review process for students who do not meet the following established entrance criteria for the Communications/Broadcast Arts Magnet Program:

  • G.P.A. – 2.5
  • Level 3 or greater F.S.A. score (E.L.A. & Math)

Application Process


Applications to the C.B.A. program are being accepted December 1, 2023 – February 2, 2024. Contact the Communications/Broadcast Arts Magnet Office for more information on how to apply – 754.322.0672

If your student is currently enrolled in a Broward County Public School and you wish to apply click here. 

If Deerfield Beach is your boundary High School and you wish to attend click here. 

OPEN HOUSE will take place on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 – 6:00pm


Dynamic Courses


The Communications Magnet Program is proud to offer a complete set of dynamic courses catered to the communications industry. Below is a list of the courses offered to our students. 

Introductory Courses

Journalism 1

Television 1

Film 1

Graphics 1

Radio 1

 

Broadcasting Courses

Morning Announcements

Broadcast Performance

Film Production

Sports Broadcasting

Video-Graphics Animation

WBRN Live Radio

DBTV Cable Show

Film Studies

 

Publishing Courses

Desktop Publishing

ePathfinder

Photo Journalism

Social Media

Webpage Design

Yearbook

Literary Magazine

Graphics Courses

Advertising

Advanced Multimedia

Animation

Executive Internship

Marketing

Illustrator

Photoshop

Social Media

Web Design

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Notable Alumni


The Communications Magnet Program has cultivated many students who have grown to work in many industries. Below are just a few of the alumni who are working in the Communications Field. 

Ari Odzer | 1982

General Assignment Reporter

Jacey Birch | 1994

Anchor

Rebecca Dittmar | 1999

Editor

Sasha Mitchell | 1999

Producer

Takia Cameron | 2000

Financial Manager

Larry Cutrell | 2000

Engineer

Ashley DeBeltrand | 2000 

Meteorologist

Dana Dischert| 2000 

Creative Designer

Shama Joseph | 2000

Record Producer

Sarah Peterson | 2000

Promotions

James Vilsaint| 2000

Tour Manager

Jessica Williams| 2000

On-Air Personality

Adam LaPrade| 2001

I.T. Specialist

Len Brown | 2003 

Digital Media Coordinator

Jason Clark| 2003

Art Department

Christian Koegel | 2004

Event Producer

Ty Youstin | 2004

Electronic Graphics Operator

Rory Cooksey | 2006

Cruise Director

Cassandra Kusmich | 2006 

Promotion Coordinator

Alana Kniskern | 2014

Art Director