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FBHonors
Farshad Babazadeh Honors Program
Vision
An initiative with a special focus in STEM studies for our highest aspiring students.
Mission
We aspire to increase academic and personal enrichment opportunities for targeted high-achieving students from very low socioeconomic or homeless families. Through rigorous, rich and varied academic and non-academic programs, we seek to empower creative and analytical thinking, giving these students the necessary skills to be able to continue their studies at an accredited college or university in the STEM fields.
Founded in 2012 in memory of Farshad Babazadeh, FBHonors serves high-achieving, economically disadvantaged students in elementary, middle, and high schools. Participating students will have scored a 4 or 5 on FAST test assessments in Progress Monitoring 3. The program focuses on cutting edge trends in STEM education, offering students small group learning settings to enhance college and career opportunities. FBHonors students are also offered continued support as college students.
Bunnell Elementary
Bunnell Elementary’s FBHonors program supports student success by creating opportunities for academic growth, leadership development, and future readiness. Students participate in engaging experiences designed to strengthen critical thinking, build confidence, and encourage personal and educational achievement. Through mentorship, enrichment opportunities, and skill-building activities, students are empowered to set goals, overcome challenges, and prepare for long-term success. The program creates a supportive environment where students are encouraged to grow, lead, and take pride in their accomplishments.
Palm Terrace Elementary
Palm Terrace Elementary’s FBHonors program encourages students to build strong academic habits, develop leadership skills, and grow in confidence both inside and outside the classroom. Through engaging enrichment activities, mentorship, and opportunities for personal growth, students strengthen critical thinking, teamwork, and goal-setting skills. The program fosters a positive and supportive environment where students are encouraged to challenge themselves, celebrate their achievements, and prepare for continued success in school and beyond.
Westside Elementary
Westside Elementary’s KidsZone, Change the Code, and FBHonors programs provide daily academic support and enrichment for underprivileged students. All programs are part of their 21st Century Westside Night Alive Program. Through structured instruction and hands-on enrichment activities, students strengthen core academic skills while building confidence and curiosity. The program emphasizes positive behavior, engagement, and leadership development in a supportive afterschool environment. By serving students with varied academic needs and strengths, these programs support and uplift the community, creating lasting benefits for both families in the school community.
Campbell Middle
Campbell Middle School’s FBHonors program encourages students to strengthen academic skills, build leadership abilities, and prepare for future educational success. Through mentorship, enrichment activities, and opportunities for personal growth, students develop responsibility, confidence, and problem-solving skills that support success both in and outside the classroom. The program creates an encouraging environment where students are challenged to set goals, stay engaged, and take pride in their growth and accomplishments.
David C. Hinson Middle
David C. Hinson Middle School’s FBHonor program focuses on helping students build the skills needed for long-term academic and personal success. Students participate in experiences that encourage critical thinking, teamwork, leadership, and self-development while reinforcing positive habits and goal-setting. Through guidance, enrichment, and support, the program helps students strengthen confidence, explore their potential, and prepare for future opportunities while fostering a culture of growth and achievement. accomplishments.
