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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSeminole County Public Schools Magnet & Cluster Programs 98-99 clloi S SEMINOLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AN INVITATION FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT I invite parents to take part in the exciting, new program introduced in this brochure. This program is called "CHOICES" and offers families the opportunity to choose, for' the first time, From a wide variety of schools and school options. Individual student's needs and interests can be addressed through a number of offerings: Magnet Schools, Magnet I>rograms, Cluster Schools and International Baccalaureattl Programs. Each is designed to motivate students and provide strong Foundation skills. Look over the new "CHOICES" available for' the 1998-99 school yeaI', and call on us to explain how they may !'it yoU!' children's specific needs. Please take advantage of all that Seminole County Public Schools has to ofFer. Working together we can provide every student the best education possible. Sincerely, 'P~ J. ~ Paul J. Hagerty, Ph.D. Superintendent Seminole County Public Schools THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA Sandra Robinson, Chairman Jeanne Morris, Vice Chairman Larry Furlong, Member Robert Goff, Member Dr. Barbara Kuhn, Member Lf) NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR "CHOICES" IN SEMINOLE COUNTY! The district's primary effor't to further school desegre- gation and to build upon the success and uniqueness of individual schools now has led to new opportunities For stu- dents to choose their educational direction -"CHOICES." Principle components of the "CHOICES" plan are: DESEGREGATIVE TRANSFERS honor parents' requests to place children in other schools to promote voluntary racial integration. . black students in schools with a black enrollment exceeding 15% may transfer to any school with a black enrollment less than 15% . non-black students in schools with a non-black enrollment exceeding 85% may transfer to any school with a non-black enrollment less than 85% Examllles: Black students living within either the Northeast or Northwest Clusters may request and receive transfers to any schools where enrollment is less than 15% black. Non-black students attending schools that are out- side the clusters and that have non-black enrollments exceeding 85% may request and receive tf'3nsfers to schools within either cluster area. Choices: Every attempt will be made to facilitate ami suppor't desegregative transfers for all gl'ade levels of Seminole County schools except, for Goldsbom Elementary IIJagnet, Scllool. Goldsboro has its own comprehensive enrollment policies. MAGNET SCHOOLS proVide unique educational experiences to participating students. The purposes of magnet schools are to attract students to special course offerings, to promote voluntary desegregation and to enhance the quality 01' education. This booklet describes the powerful magnet programs available to students throughout Seminole County. CLUSTER SCHOOLS ill the Northeast and Northwest sections of Seminole County olTer a wide l'ange of pro- grams. Families living within these geographic areas and families living in other areas of the county who are consid- el'ing desegregative tf'3nsfers need to study the program in order to determine the most appropriate choices for theil' students. A sllldent 11'110 is ae/milled to a magnet 01' cluster SCllOOI or Wl10 is gmntcd a dcscgregati~'e transfer may stay in tl1al scl1oo1 unlil completion of all grades ollcred 11." 11l8t scl1ool. 110 wever. tl1e student must remain a resident of tile snme allcne/ance zone ami /llust meet /Jistrict eligifJilily re(juirements. L_ ___ cftoi S SEMINOLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS WHAT IS A MAGNET SCHOOL? ..' ~ \ \/~ ~ '. ~ MAGNET SCHOOLS ~ j; ~ WHAT IS A MAGNET SCHOOL? Just as its name implies, a magnet has the power to attract. So do magnet schools. Elementary, middle and high school magnet programs provide a unique educational focus. They attract students to programs chosen from educational experiences that match students' special interests and abilities. Magnet schools not only attract students to course offerings but also compose part of a voluntary desegrega- tion plan that enhances the quality of education for all. Through these new progmms, parents and students will be offered school and curriculum "CHOICES" for the first time in 1998-99. GOl,DSIlORO f;l,EMENTARY MAGNET SCIIOOl, is open to aplllicnnts from all elemmltary schools throughout the county. Studtmts will have the basic curriculum plus an Immersion In a program focus(~d on math, science and technology. MIDWAY AND HAl\lII,TON El,EMf;NTARY S(;HOOl,S will serve as cluster magnets. Students from within the Northeast Cluster and desegregative transf(ws from outside t1l(~ cluster area may apply to be a part of th(~se programs. l\lIdwolY students will focus on fine .trts, and lIamillon students will be involved in communication mId technolog)'. SANf'ORD AND LAKEVmW l\HDDl,E SCIIOOJ,S crt~nte a continuation of the clmllcntary programs. Iloth of tht~se magll(~t schools wlllllrovide studies that prep.tre stud(~nts for the Inlt~rnatiOlml llacc.t1aureate I)rogram at the high school level. Sanford l\lIddl(~ will focus on math, scienc(~ and technology. l,akevlt~w l\lIddle offers fine arts and communication as armIs of concentl'ation. Sf;l\IINOl,E HIGH SCIIOOl, will have two sep.trate magnets. The Ilrst Is the International Ilaccalaureate I)rogram- a rigorous academic course of study f(~cognlzed throughout the world for excellence. The second Is the Academy of Health Caf(~crs which will prepare stud(mts for futurt~ work and post-secondary study In the fields of health care and Pre-medicine. These dynamic, new programs have been designed carefully. Facilities are being built, renovated and equipped. Teachers and administrators are being trained in prepamtion for these new educational opportunities. 'Ilme has come for a family such as yours to make a "CHOICE" for the 1998-99 school year. Evaluate the offerings available for the students of Seminole County and choose the one that's best for your child's future. SEMINOLE COUNTY MAGNET & CLUSTER SCHOOLS PROGRAM DESIGN SEMINOLE HIGH SCHOOL MAGNET PROGRAMS International Baccalaureate Program Academy of Health Careers SANFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL MAGNET Math, Science & Technology Pre-International Baccalaureate Program ~ ~ GOLDSBORO ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Math, Science & Technology , HAMILTON ELEMENTARY CLUSTER MAGNET SCHOOL Communication & Technology MIDWAY ELEMENTARY CLUSTER MAGNET SCHOOL Fine Arts GOLDSBORO MAGNET SCHOOL: Any student from throughout Seminole County may apply for entrance into Goldsbol'o Elementary IIlagnet School. CLUSTER MAGNET SCHOOLS: Auy student in the Northeast Cluster 01' any non-hlack student outside the cluster zones may apply for the cluster magnet schools- lIamilton and Midway Elementary Schools. CLUSTER SCHOOLS: (refer to the map on page 12) Elementary stndents living within the Northwest Clnster will complete a registration form. listing in order of preference the three schools within that geographic area- Idyllwilde. Wicklow and Wilson Elementary Schools. Elementary students living within the Northeast Cluster will complete a registration form. listing in order of preference the thrce schools within that geographic area- lIamilton. Midway ami Pine Crest Elementary Schools. Students from either of the cluster areas also may apply to Goldsboro Elementary IIlagnet School. MIDDLE SCHOOL MAGNET PROGRAMS: Any student in wades 5. 6. or 7 who resides in Seminole County may apply for entrance into the Lakeview Middle School Fine Arts and Communication Magnet PlXlgram or the Sanfordlllhldle Schoollllath. Science and Technology IIlagnet Program. Students appl~1ng for the Pre-International Baccalaureate Programs at either of these schools will he expected to maintain a a.o (B) grade point average. SEMINOLE HIGH SCHOOL MAGNET PROGRAMS: Any eighth grade student who resides in Seminole County may apply for entrance into the ninth grade Pre-International Baccalaureate Program or the Academy of lIealth Careers. Students applying for the Pre-IB will be expect- ed to maintain a 3.0 (B) grade point average and to earn no semester grade below a C. For students applying for entrance into the lIealth Academy. con- sideration will be given to grades. test scores. studcnt conduct and teacher recommendations. Each of these magnet plXlgrams has openings for 125 stu- dents who reside outside the Seminole lIigh School attendance zone. EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES: Students with disabilities will be given the opportunity to choose the school of attendance in the zone affected by the Consent Decree. Classes for these students then will he clustered at the school sites that arc chosen by the majori- ty of the students with disabilities. When the numher of students falls helow the number reconllnended for an exceptional education class. it may become necessary to provide instructional services in a varying exceptionalities model (a mixture of Exceptional Student Education categOl'ies in one class). Transportation will continue to be provided to the various attendance sites. ~ftoi S SEMINOLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS INFORMATION ADMISSION PRIORITIES GOLDSBORO ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL: All students wishing to attend Goldsboro Elementary Magnet School must complete an application. Upon completion of the application process. students will be admitted based on the following set of prioritics: 1) Students living within the Goldsboro Elementary Preference Zone (See circled area on cluster map on top of page 12) 2) 15% of the total Goldsboro enrollment for students living outside the Northeast and Northwest Clusters 3) Children of Goldsboro employees applying IiII' admission to that school 4) Family random selection of students from within the Northeast and Northwest Clusters 5) Family random selection of students from outside the Northeast and Northwest Clusters NORTHEAST AND NORTHWEST CLUSTER SCHOOLS: Upon completion of the family preference forms. students will be enmlled in the cluster schools based on the following set of priol'ilies: I) Desegregative transfers 2) Children of employees applying to the school at which the parent is employed 3) "GI'andfathered" fiah graders (1998-99 school year only) 4) Siblings of the 1998-99 fiah gl'aders being "grandfathered" into the schools. (Sibling is derined as any bl'Other a1HVOr sister, rclated by blood, ;uJoption, or marriage, or through Icgal or court appointed guardianship. permanently residing at the same address. Sibling priorities would 'apply only when the older sibling is enl'OlIed currently in the school to which the younger sibling is requesting admissiou.) 5) Students living within one half mite of the school to which they arc requesting enl'OlIment 6) Family random selection MIDDLE SCHOOLS AND HIGH SCHOOL: Application packets will be availahle at school gUidance offices. magnet program schools and the Educational Support Center throughout December ami .January. Completed application packets arc due no later than ,Ianuary 30, 199B. If there are more students applying than there arc openings available, selection will he made by random selection. Should a waiting list he necessary. applicants will be put on this list based on the order in which they werc selected during the random selection proccss. FAMILY RANDOM SELECTION: Tile purpose of family mndom selec- tion is to provide an equal c/Jance for all students seeking to enroll in magnet and cluster sc/lOols. However. i/ may IlOt be pOSSible to place el'l~ry sllldent in 1I1C specific sc/IOo1 requested. All applications will be considcred by tile priorilies listed al}(}l'e. Tllis is NOT a first come. first served procedure. An application suhmilled on the first day of an appliCiltion period receil'es IIIC same consideration as one sulnnilled on tile last day. Students will IJe placed IJy random selection using a compllt,er-{.:enerated process designed specifically for Seminole County. /;\cIyell'ort will he made to place applicants into tlleir first c/Joice. WAITING LIST: Tllose applicants 11'110 cannot he placed into tlleir Ilrst 01' sccond clloiee will be placed on a II'uiling list according to priori/ies and will be assigned later if additional spaces IJecome available during /JIC 1,998-99 SCllOOI year. r I HII' 1II0rt~ IIIlflrlllal/t)J/ t:olll at:l: Sherry' O.I,eary' Ma~IIcl St;hool CoordlllalOl' :J2(}-0458 or Kaf Ilush IIIlcl'IIal/ollal IJac(:alaureale Coordlllator :120-0129 -b " l cftoi S SEMINOLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS GOLDSBORO ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL GOLDSBORO ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Math, Science and Technology APPLICATION OPEN TO STUDENTS FROM THROUGHOUT SEMINOLE COUNTY. Each day is an adventUl'e in learning for students at Goldsboro Elementary Magnet School. Every phase of the constl'uction of this new two-story classroom complex was designed to relate to the study of math, science and technol- ogy. The school has been renovated as part of the new mag- net program. Starting in the classroom building atl'ium with the patterns on the noor, numbel's in the tiles, geometric shaped windows and construction cut-a-ways, the facility is designed to demonstrate the technology and engineering involved in its cI'eation. This new magnet school is designed to immerse the students in hands-on learning experiences: . extensive math and science labol'atories . wet and dry laboratory areas . high tech computer centers . television broadcasting studio Classrooms are staffed by teachers who have been spe- cially selected because of their backgrounds in math, science and/or technology. Five specialists coordinate the program that features: . curriculum based on state and national standards . unique cUI'riculum designed rOI' GoldslJoro . integrated curriculum with a strong roundation in reading and writing . hands-on. everyday experiences with technology The program extends beyond the new school building to active partnel'ships with the Orlando Science Center', NASA, the Central Florida Zoo and other' mea businesses. Field trips, guest speakers and advanced distance learning activi- ties provide students educational opportunities focused in the areas of math, science and technology that me unparal- leled anywhere in the nation. The choice is clear. For elementary students interested in excelling in math. science and technology, Goldsboro Elementary Magnet School is the place to be! For additional information, contact Ron Nathan, Principal, at 322-793:~. GOLDSBORO Application forms available: November 3, 1997 Application deadline: November 21, 1997 Random selection: December 17, 1997 Parent notification: January 7, 1998 - cftoi S SEMINOLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS HAMILTON ELEMENTARY CLUSTER MAGNET SCHOOL HAMILTON ELEMENTARY CLUSTER MAGNET SCHOOL Communication and Technology "Preparing students for a world of entertainment and telecommunication" .- WOrl~i~r ~n~~~~;~::~I,~t~~~~~:~,~~~ ~~::~~~:c~,~:';u~,jg~~~~~til~~~~I~~~ ~,. ~ students prepare for this world as they: . work in the school's television pl'Oduction lab ~ . participate in activities in the radio broadcasting station MAG N ET ~ . produce their own newspapers SCHOOL . design animated cartoons , Technology serves as a tool to promote creative problem solv- ~ FOR ing and critical thinking. At every grade level. students are ~ Communication immersed in a program designed to accelerate their commu- & Technology nication skills by providing a strong verbal. wl'itten and oral .... roundation for fUlU,-e success. ~ ~ ' ", Kindergarten through fifth grade communication curricula \ \ ,.... l focus on oral language development. First and second gl'aders are involved in "Project READ", a program which provides stu- dents 120 minutes of concentrated language arts instl'uction at their identi- fied learning level. Through Ughtspan. a take-home technology program, Sony PlayStations are available for families to use as part of the home/school con- nections emphasis. Fourth and fifth graders put all of their skills together to focus on real- life community and business activities through World of Work Career Clubs. Communication becomes meanjngful and important as students realize their own talents and skills. The facilities at Hamilton Elementary will feature opport:unities for the use of advanc;cd technology. Business partners will support the program through tbe donation of tIme, talents and equipment. Extensive teaCher train- ing will enhance the academic expectations of the program. AIl of this. plus a concentrated"curriculum in communication and teChnology, is the reason to choose Hamilton Elementary Gluster Magnet School! For additional information.. contact Nan Rarker. PJ:'incipal, at 322-1984. CLUSTER MJ Registration forms a, Registration deadl Random selecl Parent notific. CLUSTER MJl As part of the desegregatior Schools, registration for at Schools is open to students Cluster and non-black stu zones only. (SE cftoi S SEMINOLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS MIDWAY ELEMENTARY CLUSTER MAGNET SCHOOL MIDWAY ELEMENTARY CLUSTER MAGNET SCHOOL Fine Arts 'Traditional skills through music, art and drama" NET SCHOOLS 1'.. Fine Arts ~ Students experience music. drama, dl'awing and painting, creativity ! , . ~ and self-expression while participating in the pmgram at Midway I ' ~2E1e.oentarY Sehnnl. Specialists co.ohine talents to assist leachCl~ in pro- \. ~ ducing grade-level presentations incorpol'ating each of the arts. Highlights of the program include: . the Carl Orff cUl'l'iculum to explore music through expression in movement. creative impl'Ovisation and a wide variety or percussion instruments . a keyboardlah to emphasize basic music notation, reading and playing or the instruments . . a wide variety or art activities involving pl'Oduction and knowledge of art history . drama to enhance and broaden literature appreciation Students' own creative talents are explored and appmpriate art forms that support theil' individual expression are provided. Opportunities abound fO!' collahOl'ative activities for pmductions that showcase students' pmjects. Even basic skills training will include arts concepts, themes. strategies and pmcesses to reinforce the magnet theme. Visiting artists will help emphasize the belief that children benefit fmm an arts-oriented learning environment. Partnerships with local businesses and aller-school opportunities wiII allow students to develop their own talents through exposure to Central Florida's wide pool of experts. Throughout the day, in all areas of study, the students are immersed in creative learning and excitement. For fine arts emphasis integrated thmugh- out the entire curriculum, Midway Elementary Cluster Magnet School is the choice to make! For additional information, contact Shamn Tanner, PrinCipal, at 322-1791. NET SCHOOLS able: January 12, 1998 : February 12, 1998 : March 7, 1998 n: April " 1998 Ian for Seminole County Public dance to the Cluster Magnet om throughout the Northeast nts from outside the cluster ap on page 12) cftoi S SEMINOLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLUSTER SCHOOLS ~'~~. .. . l;IliP'~';.- ~ ,'.' ~(. ", . ,;::.::....~. - ~ 0' '. ,. . j "',,", " ........,. . ......... .~~. 4...... ,-';,-"""'1: '-:'" ...., ',', I" }~ ...' ,"<"--., ... '. \ .;- _ ,. .'1..-,..'; __~ ":"-:J:"~ ,p , , .~ ...;.\$ ~~--~\~ ....-- , .~.- PINE CREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL REGISTRATION OPEN TO STUDENTS FROM INSIDE THE NORTIIEilST CUJSTER AND NON- BLACK STUDENTS FROM OUTSIDE 71JE CLUSTER ZONES. Pine CI'est Elementary has made parent and community involvement a number one prioI'ity. Parent participation is encouraged through daily pro- grams and through the use of an on-campus Parent Resource Center staffed by a Parent ResollI'ce Specialist. All staff members do home visitations to promote on-going positive communication. Business partneI's are recruited and are encouraged to become involved in the total program at Pine Crest. The mission...educated, productive citizens. Throughout the extended school year of 195 days, the school focuses on: . parenllcommunity involvement . curriculum that promotes personal responSibility and citizenship . activities that teach imporlant life skills . student academic achievement Additional opportunities are provided for stu- dents through a choI'al peI'forming group, tumbling team. environmental club amI English [or Speakers o[ Other Languages. Computel' labs and technology tI'aining are also an integral paIt of everyday life at Pine Crest Elementary. For leaming that promotes character education, as well as parent and communi- ty involvement, this school is your choice! For additional information, contact Barry Leibovitz, Principal. at 322-1771. {iJ Students living in the NORTHEAST Cluster will complete a registration form, listing in order of preference, one of the fol- lowing schools: Hamilton, Midway, or Pine Crest. Students living in the NORTHWEST Cluster will complete a registration form listing in order of preference, one of the fol- lowing schools: Idyllwilde, Wicklow, or Wilson. Desegregative transfers from outside the cluster areas will be honored. WICKLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL REGISTRATION OPEN TO STUDENTS FROM INSIDE THE NORTIIlVES1' CLUSTER AND NON- BLACK STUDENTS FROM OUTSIDE TilE CL,USTER ZONES. Wicklow Elementary, opened in early fall 1997, is Seminole County's newest elementar'y school. Technology plays an im'portant part in the curriculum with a state-of-the-art television production lab and computer lab for student use. Each classroom hous- es two computeI's allowing distance leaming and computer-based resear'ch to be a vital part of the daily cUrJ'iculum. Student's can nurtUl'e the sister relationship between Wicklow Elementary and Wicklow County, Ireland, by sharing ideas through written, ora] amI technological communication. A school-wide reading emphasis is accomplished through var'ied teaching styles and a curriculum that motivates children to do their best. Special programs include: . First Steps- a K-2nd program that emphasizes continuous assessment ill reading . STAR I't'Ogram- a 4th and 5th grade progl'am that helps students who do not qualify for an exceptional education program . Accelcratcd Render progmm- a program for students at every grade level that allows students 10 pl'actice computer skills and check comprehension levels The experienced faculty at Wicklow provides the professionalism and sensitivity needed to maintain the family-friendly atmosphere at this outstanding new faCility. If family involvement, distance learning and a school-wide reading emphasis are your inter- ests, Wicklow is your choice! For additional information, contact D/'. Fran Duvall, Principal, at 320-:~ 150. j , I IDYLLWILDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL REGISTRA TION OPEN TO STUDENTS FROM INSIDE THE NORTHWEST CLUSTER AND NON- BLACK STUDENTS FROM OUTSIDE THE CLUSTER ZONES. Idyllwilde Elementary School has designed a unique curriculum with a strong focus on reading, computing, communication and foreign language. Technology tools reach acmss the cUl'riculum to expand students' school experiences into the real world. Some pmgrams used include: . Jostens Reading Computer Lab . Accelerated Reader Program . STAR (diagnostic reading assessment) . Smarl Carls (laptop keyboard pl'ogram) . WSIA (a student pl'Oduced television news magazine) With an emphasis on the global community, Idyllwilde has many activities related to its multicul- tural environment. Being an ESOL Center, the school serves students fmm many nations. One of the spe- cial classes is Conversational Spanish for all stu- dents. This program is emiched with a Spanish Language Computer Lab for supplemental instr'uc- tion and lntemet access to communicate with stu- dents around the wOJ'ld. Each year, the global studies are culminated with MulticultUl'al Night. This is a special occasion where food, music, dancing and art fmm around the world is enjoyed to highlight the culturall1eritage or ldyllwilde students. FOUl'lh and fifth gr'aders interested in music may join the chorus 01' instrumental banel. A variety or other clubs are: Drama, Chess, Gr'een Team, Math Superstars, Student Council. Student Patml, Flag Football, Early Bird Runners, Basketball and Art. If a global community envil'Onment is where you envision your child acquiring lil'elong skills, learning Spanish and utilizing high tech tools. Idyllwihle Elementary is your choice! For additional information, contact David Scott, Principal, at 322-8823. f CLUSTER AREAS Registration forms available: January 1 2, 1998 Registration deadline: February 12, 1998 Random selection: March 7, 1998 Parent notification: April 1, 1998 cftoi S SEMINOLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLUSTER SCHOOLS WILSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL REGISTRATION OPEN TO STUDENTS FROM INSIDE THE NORl1llVEST CLUSTER AND NON- BLACK STUDENTS FR01H OUTSIDE THE CLUSTER ZONES. Wilson Elementary has an excellent academic reputation and offers 24 traditional single-age and 8 multi-age classrooms. In multi-age settings, students of different ages and grade levels are placed togeth- er' with a team or two teachers 1'01' a period or two yeaJ's. Wilson also has two STAR (Success Through Altemative Resources) classes with a 15: 1 teacher ratio to assist fourth and fifth grade at-risk students. All class settings ofl'er a balanced literacy pm- gram. Students respond enthusiastically to thematic teaching which integrates language arts, math, sci- ence and social studies curricula. They are involved in real-world experiences thmugh Wilson's student- run TV moming news program, distance leaming, student council govemment and envimnmental activ- ities. Extra-cu/'J'icular activities include: . Wi/SOil Singsalions (chorus) . Wi/son Willds (recorders) . Mal/I-Science Club . J)igalo en Espaiiol Club . Keyboard Enrichment Program . Summer Computer Pl'Ogram (5 weeks) The new Ulcracy-At-llomc Academy pmvides parents five evening workshops during the year where they receive training amI materials to help their children with basic skills at home. If you are looking 1'01' a school known for' its friendly, caring starT, beautiful country atmosphere and active parent involvement, Wilson Elementary School is your choice! For additional information. contact Suzanne Crook, Principal. at ~{22-2254. ~"~';.~.". /, > ...........'.l1li( ..' t.....~'-...,...,.".~.~......'..>...,~....'.t,. .~'."'Y..~.'.'..~:.'., .,. ~~.. ..~ ~ ~', .'."" - ._ ' ;".' _'" ",c'" ~..r. ... 3JJi' ..',.....,:.:-.>..~......'.':.'..._~.~r,~: .?a~', .', 'lli~': .' ~ ::. ":.0,,<-'.".':.',1; ~.J.1 0- cftoi S SEMINOLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS SECONDARY MAGNET SCHOOLS - MAGNET SCHOOL FOR Fine Arts & ~ Communication Pre-International S '- Baccalaureate.s= . u ~ ' 0- / I LAKEVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL ~AGNET "All the world's a stage" and students at the Lakeview Fine Arts and Communication Magnet will have the opportunity to experience what William Shakespeare meant by this famous quote. Fine arts and communication will be integrated into the core subjects of language arts, math, science and social studies. Students will participate a variety of electives: . dance and movement . stagecralt and drama . art and graphics . video technology . creative writing . speech amI debate . vocal and instrumental music In addition, students will have the opportunity to enroll in foreign language classes. The Pre-International Baccalaureate Program will emphasize additional themes unique to the mid- dle school Pre-IB: health and social education, envi- ronment, approaches to learning and community ser- vice. Each theme stresses the understanding, accep- tance and appreciation of our international society. Students participating in the Pre-IB magnet will be expected to maintain a 3.0 (B) grade average. Successful completion of the Pre-IB Program at Lakeview Middle School will guarantee acceptance into the Pre-IB Program at Seminole High School. The innovative and exciting curriculum at the Lakeview Midd]e School magnet combined with instructional strategies. community service and a family atmosphere will provide students with a unique and meaningful middle school e~perience. For fnrther information, contact Assistant ~~~ncipal Walt Grimn at 3Q3-161O\ 2' .'t' SANFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL MAGNET A climate of investigation and discovery will be an integral part of the Sanford Middle School experi- ence. This math, science and technology magnet offers students: . project-based curriculum . technology rich environment . newly constructed math-science laboratories . state-oF-the-art supplies and equipment . opportunities to earn high school credits . Foreign language class on campus Students will be involved in enhanced enrich- ment programs, such as industrial technology, com- puter assisted graphics, computer programming, Spanish and the award-winning band and chorus programs. Interested students also may apply to participate in Sanford Middle School's Pre-International Baccalaureate Program, which will prepare students for the International Baccalaureate Program at Seminole High School. This program will incorporate the unique Pre-IB themes of health and social educa- tion, environment, approaches to learning and com- munity service emphasizing the connections among subject areas and encouraging the development of cultural awareness. Students participating in the Pre-IB Program will be expected to maintain a 3.0 (B) grade average. Successful completion of the Pre-IB Program at Sanford Middle School will guarantee acceptance into the Pre-IB Program at Seminole High School. The math, science and technology magnet cur- riculum and the Pre-IB magnet program at Sanford Middle School are sure to provide challenging and motivating educational experiences. For further information, contact Assistant Principal Helen Goodson at 322-3063. ",,,'\\\. """'" :" .... MAGNET SCHOOL FOR Math, Science & Technology Pre-International Baccalaureate I :/1111 - SEMINOLE HIGH SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE PROGRAM Beginning with the 1998- H199 schon I ~ ~ t.f I year, 9th graders will have the opportuni- ~'~ / ~ ty to participate in the Pre-International Baccalaureate Program at Seminole ~ MAGNET~ L High School. This will be expanded by one ~ SCHOOL grade level each year until the program serves students in grades 9-12 and offers FOR both the Pre-IB (grades 9-10) and IB (grades 11-12) courses of study. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Program is a rigorous pre-university course of study that provides a holistic, Iibeml arts curriculum incorporating the humanities, math and sciences. This program is an internationally recognized, advanced high school curriculum designed to meet the needs of highly motivated secondary school stu- dents. Successful completion of the IB Program and IB examinations earn the student a diploma recog- nized for university admission throughout the world. This includes 600 leading colleges and univel'sities in the United States, such as Stanford, PI'inceton, Columbia, Harvard and the Florida University System. There are over 700 International Baccalaureate Diploma Program schools in 91 coun- tries worldwide. In addition to the traditional strengths of a liberal arts clllTiculum, the IB Progmm offers special features at the 11 th and 12th gl'ades: . a required interdisciplinary course, the l1/cor,V of Knowlcdge. intended to stimulate critical thinking . a 150-hour Creativity. Action and Service component involving school and community service . an extended essay. a 4000-word. original ['cscarch paper written on a topic of student interest Participants are expected to maintain a 3.0 (B) grade point average and to earn no semester grade below a C. For further information, contact International Baccalaureate Coordinator Kay Bush at 320-0129. cltoi S SEMINOLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS SECONDARY MAGNET SCHOOLS Academy of ~ Health Careers at Seminole High School SEMINOLE HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY OF HEALTH CAREERS The Academy of Health Careers, located on the Seminole High School campus, opened in the fall of 1993 amI gmduated its first class in May 1997. The Academy reatures a challenging instructional pro- gram to prepare students 1'01' health-related careers that require post-secondary education at a college, university, community college or technical school. This mission is achieved through strong partnel'ships with the health care industry, the community amI institutes or higher education. Hands-on learning experiences enable students to preview their chosen career thl'Ough experience in mea hospitals, clinics and medical otTices. Students receive real-world applications or acquired skills and knowledge. Highly tmined teachers orrer instruction in current technology amI health laboratories. Other reatures or the Academy include: . core academics linked to health care issues to reinforce each student's interest and learning . Advanced Placement courses . dual enrollment with a community college or university to earn college credit while in high school For the student interested in a health care career, the Academy provides marketahle skills, and joh experience in a chosen health-related career. When applying 1'01' admission, consideration is given to grades, lest scores, student conduct and teachel' recommendations. FO!' more inrormation, contact Academy or Ilealth Careers Director Nancy Julian at 320-5301. SECONDARY SCHOOL MAGNETS Application forms available throughout December & January Application deadline: January 30, 1998 (lJ- TRANSPORTATION Transportation will be provided for all students living more than two miles from their school. This applies to students attending cluster schools, students accepted into magnet programs, and students granted desegregative transfers. ~.i S SEMINOLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS SCHOOL LOCATIONS SEMINOLE COUNTY CLUSTER & MAGNET SCHOOLS r MARKHAM WOODS ROAD A. Goldsboro Elementill'y B. Hamilton Elcmentary C. Idyllwildc Elcmcntary D. Lakeview Middle E. Midway Elementary I'~ Pine Crcst Elementary G. Sanford Middlc H. Seminolc High I. Wicklow Elementary J. Wilson Elcmcntary ..{,~'" ~ol~~boro . Preference Zone (See Pages -I & fi) SEMINOLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS -. 1. Allamontc Elcmcntary 2. Bear Lake Elementary 3. Carillon Elcmcntary 4. Cassclbcrry Elementary 5. Crooms Academy 6. Eastbrook Elcmental'y 7. English Estatcs Elcmentary 8. Forest City E1cmentary 9. Gcncva Elcmcntary 10. Goldsboro Elcmcntary 11. Grccnwood Lakcs Middle 12. Hamillon Elcmcntill'y 13. Hcathrow Elcmcntary 14. llighlands Elemcntary 15. Hopper Centcr 16. Jdyllwilde Elementary 17. Indian Trails Middle 18. ,Jackson Ileights Midrllc 19. Kecth E1emcntary 20. Lake Bl'Clfllley High 21. Lake Howell High 22. Lake Mary Elcmentary 23. Lake Mary High 24. Lake Orienla Elcmcntary 25. Lakevicw Middle 2H. Lawton Elcmentary 27. Longwood Elementary 2B. Lyman High 29. Midway Elemcntary 30. Milwec Middle 31. Ovicdo High ~~2. Partin Elemcntary :~3. Pine Crest E1cmentary 34. Rainbow Elemcntary 35. Rcd Bug Elementary :W. Rock Lake Middle :n. Roscnwald Ex. Stmlent entr. 38. Sabal Point Elemcntary 39. Sanford Middlc 40. Scminole High 41. South Seminole Middle 42. Spring Lake Elementary 4~t Stenstrom Elementary 44. Stcrling Park Elcmentary 45. Tcague Middlc 46. '1\Iskawilla Middle 47. Wekiva Elemcntary 48. Wicklow Elcmcntal'y 49. Wilson Elemcntary 50. Winter SpringsElcm6ntary 51. Winter Springs Uig~ 52. Woodlands Element~y 53. Educational Sup J,nQcoter FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Sherry O'Leary, Magnet School Coordinator at 320-0458 OR Kay Bush, International Baccalaureate Coordinator at 320-0129 SEMINOLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS. 400 E LAKE MARY BLVD. SANFORD, FL 32773