Student Life Your college experience at Florida School of the Arts means more than just a quality education. There is a world of new experiences, activities and friendships to enhance your total college experience. Florida School of the Arts or "FloArts" as referred to by students and local supporters has a 600-seat auditorium, a studio theater and a fine art gallery. A print shop, dark room and state-of-the-art computer lab is also available to students. There are four apartment complexes within walking distance of the College. Palatka is conveniently located near the following (SEE MAP): Jacksonville - 53 miles Daytona Beach - 53 miles Crescent Beach - 32 miles Gainesville -45 miles Orlando - 91 miles St. Augustine - 29 miles WHAT'S PALATKA? FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS HOUSING MORE information on FloArts! SEND THIS SITE TO A FRIEND!

FLORIDA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS As part of public education in the state, FloArts provides comprehensive artistic training appropriate to each student's talent, enabling each student to acquire knowledge, skills, and appreciation of the chosen arts discipline required for employment in the arts profession. As a professional arts school, FloArts provides a learning environment in which students are expected to adhere to standards of professionalism and academic excellence. St. Johns River Junior College was established as a public institution in 1958 to serve the counties of Clay, Putnam, and St. Johns. It was one of several public junior colleges founded in accordance with legislation enacted by the 1957 session of the Florida Legislature. Located in Palatka, SJRCC was officially opened for organizational purposes on February 25, 1958. Dr. B. R. Tilley was appointed as the first president. Classes for the 1958-59 school year were conducted in the educational buildings of First Baptist Church of Palatka, and 191 students began the fall semester of 1958. In 1972, Dr. Robert L. McLendon, Jr., former vice-president and dean of academic affairs, was appointed and remains president. The new administration focused attention on increasing the educational opportunities and expanding services to the community throughout the three counties of the district. In August of 1976, the Florida School of the Arts began full operation as a part of St. Johns River Junior College with a charter class of 51 students. The first state-supported professional arts school for high school and college students in Florida, the school has continued to grow as its curriculum has expanded. The Florida School of the Arts serves the entire state of Florida. Philosophy The community college is a unique American 20th century institutional contribution to education. Its philosophy is based on recognition of the ever changing society. A further philosophical basis is the belief that there is a need in a democracy for all people to be educated to the limits of their abilities in order to reach their maximum potential for service to self and to society. BACK TO TOP HOUSING Florida state law prohibits the College from maintaining student housing and dorms. Florida School of the Arts maintains a housing file that students may refer to in locating suitable accommodations in the area. Local Apartments There are four apartment complexes within walking distance of the College. BACK TO TOP

INDEX | HOME | ASK US | NEWS | FAQ | PROGRAMS | ADMISSIONS | TUITION FACULTY | SCHOOL VISITS | IMPORTANT DATES | ABOUT US | STUDENT LIFE SEASON OF EVENTS SJRCC | THRASHER-HORNE CENTER FOR THE ARTS FLORIDA'S FIRST STATE-SUPPORTED PROFESSIONAL ARTS SCHOOL An Equal Opportunity college. Located on the St. Johns River Community College campus in Palatka, Florida 5001 St. Johns Avenue, Palatka, Florida 32177 (386) 312-4300 St. Johns River Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4501 for questions about the accreditation of St. Johns River Community College.