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Magnet Programs

Engineering

Theme Description

  1. Focus on the integration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to solve real-world problems and improve learning in all subject areas
  2. Collaborative student teams engaged in the engineering design process: Ask, Imagine, Plan, Create, Improve
  3. Development of positive attitudes toward math and science

 

 

Hot Topics

  • Visit Millbrook Magnet HS and explore the International Baccalaureate Programme at Open House on November 18th at 9:00 am or 7:00 pm
  • Join us for parent information sessions at 10AM on the first and third Tuesdays from Sept - Feb at the Magnet Resource Center.
  • Many magnet schools have holiday concerts and performances in December, followed by another round of open house events in January. Visit individual school websites or call for more info!
  • Congratulations! Arlie Harris, a Spanish teacher at Moore Square Museum Magnet Middle School, is WRAL's Teacher of the Week. See the video at http://www.wral.com/news/local/video/6445600/

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Objectives

Magnet Programs will be used to foster healthy schools throughout the Wake County Public School System by using choice to help:

  • Reduce high concentrations of poverty and support diverse populations
  • Maximize use of school facilities
  • Provide expanded educational opportunities