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Magnet Programs

Resource Center

The Magnet Resource Center, located in the Millbrook Annex building on Millbrook Elementary's campus, offers a place to learn more about the Wake County Public School System's Magnet Programs. The Magnet Resource Center (open Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.) has a full-time staff ready to answer questions and offer information about the magnet schools.

At the Center, you will find articles, brochures, videos, maps of magnet transportation routes, and other materials specific to each magnet school. For information about the Magnet Resource Center or directions, please call 501-7900 or e-mail the Resource Center at MagnetCenter@wcpss.net.

Magnet Resource Center Entrance

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