Introduction to Magnet Schools What is a magnet school? A magnet school is a school of choice. This school has a special focus of study, configuration of grades, or schedule. Magnet schools have the same expectation of high achievement for students that all other Joint School District schools have. Galileo K-8 Math and Science School 3 types of magnet schools:  FOCUS: Art Math and Science Literacy Math and Technology Self-Contained Gifted Alternative  CONFIGURATION K-8 School within a school Whole School  SCHEDULE/CALENDAR Year Round Chaparral Year-Round School

Which schools are magnet schools? Professional-Technical Magnets  Dehyrl Dennis (Partnership with Boise District)  Meridian High Professional Technical Center (Auto, Agriculture)  Marketing (Partnership with Boise)  DSC Programs (Masonry, HTI, Architecture/Construction) *Culinary Arts coming in 2008 in partnership with the Boise District

Which schools are magnet schools? General Magnets Year-RoundMath and Science ChaparralGalileo - whole school Spalding Summerwind - School within a school Seven Oaks Pioneer Math and TechnologyLiteracy Magnet Spalding ElementaryParamount Art Magnets Christine Donnell - K-8Alternative Pioneer - K-5Crossroads Middle (7-8) Lowell Scott (Primera)Pathways Middle (7-8) Gifted and Talented (self-contained) Eagle Academy (9-12) Andrus (3-5) North DistrictCentral Academy (9-12) Peregrine (3-5) South DistrictMeridian Academy (9-12) Lowell Scott (6-8)

How can I get my child into a magnet?  Understand your child's abilities and talents  Understand your child's skills  Talk with your child about a magnet  Research whether a neighborhood school or a magnet is a better match. FIRST STEPS:  Check the district's web site for information (look under schools)  Obtain application form from web site, school, or magnet director.  Fill out application for all family children whom you wish to attend.  Send in application to designated place or person. NEXT STEPS: FINAL STEPS:  Lottery will take place in early spring.  You will be informed of your child's placement status.  If offered placement, reply yes or no.

Future Magnets and Programs Coming in 2008!  Culinary Arts at the District Service Center  Architectural Drafting  Tuscany Subdivision Elementary K-8  Foreign Language Magnet McMillan Elem.  "Project Lead the Way" at Rocky Mtn. H.S. – beginning levels.  Eagle Elementary Arts Magnet CHINA

Future Magnets and Programs Also Coming in the Future!  Law Enforcement Professional Technical (Police, Fire, and EMT) at Renaissance H.S.  Project Lead the Way at Renaissance H.S.  Information Technology at Renaissance H.S.  International High School including International Baccalaureate at Renaissance H.S.

Who do I contact about magnet schools?  Building Principal  School Secretary Magnet School building  Director of Magnet Schools and Innovative Programs – Jana McCarthy  Public Information Officer – Eric Exline  Receptionists at front desk District Office This web site:  Information will be updated as magnets are added or other changes occur.