Multi-Media Technology-Digital Design

Grade Levels Served:
The Multimedia Technology – Digital Design program is open to students in grades 9–12.
Prerequisites:
Open to all students with an interest in graphic design, digital media, branding, or creative technology. No prior design experience is required.
Course Requirements:
Students complete a digital design course sequence covering graphic design fundamentals, digital imaging, layout design, branding, and multimedia production.
Coursework includes hands-on projects using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Students are encouraged to pursue Adobe industry certifications and develop a professional digital portfolio demonstrating their skills.

• Unweighted Grade Point Average: 2.5 (core classes)
• Florida Standards Assessment scores (English Language Arts and Mathematics): level 3 or greater. If FSA scores are not available, applicants must provide nationally recognized standardized test scores in reading and mathematics: score 50% or greater.

Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) provides transportation for magnet students attending Hallandale High School residing inside of Broward County more than two miles from the school and south of Sunrise Blvd.

• The transportation schedule is mailed to parents of registered students prior to the first day of school by BCPS Transportation Department.

Students accepted into Hallandale Magnet High School’s Entrepreneurship Pathways have access to Magnet transportation services for families living south of Sunrise Boulevard. Eligible students may receive district-provided bus transportation to and from school based on their home address and designated Magnet routes. Specific bus stop information is assigned by Broward County Public Schools Transportation once enrollment is confirmed.

1. Log in to the FOCUS Parent Portal.
If you don’t have an account, click “Create Account” and follow the instructions.

2. Select the Magnet Application.
After logging in, look for the “Forms” or “Applications” section.
Click on “Magnet Application.”

3. Choose Hallandale Magnet High School.
Select Hallandale Magnet High School-Academy of Entrepreneurship, STEM & Multi-Media Technology

4. Complete all required information.
Review student details and answer all questions.
Make sure everything is accurate before submitting.

5. Submit the application within the Magnet Window.
The Magnet Application Window is November 3 – December 19.
Applications must be submitted by December 19 to be considered. (Phase 1)

6. Save or print your confirmation. After submitting, save or print the confirmation page for your records.

Students learn graphic design, digital imaging, branding, layout design, and multimedia content creation using industry-standard Adobe software. They gain skills in visual communication and professional design techniques.

No prior experience is required. The program is open to all students in grades 9–12 and begins with foundational skills before moving into advanced design projects.

Students have the opportunity to earn Adobe certifications in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, giving them valuable credentials for college and career pathways.

Students build a professional portfolio with projects such as logos, posters, digital illustrations, branding packages, social media content, print layouts, and marketing materials for real or simulated clients

Graduates leave with technical design skills, industry certifications, and a polished portfolio. Students are prepared for careers in graphic design, digital media, marketing, advertising, and content creation or for advanced study in creative fields.