Magnet Schools of America

The National Association of Magnet and Theme-Based Schools

 

New Federal Grant for High Schools 


The U.S. Departments of Education and Labor released the application for a new $100 million grant program called Youth CareerConnect. This high school redesign initiative was created to scale-up innovative high school models.

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Education Secretary Visits
Las Vegas Magnets


The U.S. Secretary of Education visited two magnet schools in Clark County, NV to spotlight efforts to make college more affordable, promote high academic standards and strengthen career-technical education. Learn about his visits

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What People Are Saying About         Magnet Schools

“Magnet schools have proven to benefit children by giving schools the flexibility to create cultures of learning around new, innovative models. They tear down arbitrary barriers that have been created around districts and provide an alternative to the one-size-fits-all approach to education. - Patricia Levesque, CEO, Foundation for Excellence in Education

National Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

Nation's Report Card Released


The results from the latest National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) are now available. The test is taken every two years by 4th and 8th-graders and measures their progress in mathematics and reading. Learn more

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Excellence in the Arts


Congratulations to all the magnet schools that were honored by the Arts Schools Network for their exemplary arts education programs. These schools were acknowledged with awards during the group's national conference in New York City.  Learn more

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Grassroots Action Center


It is important for our nation's elected officials to understand the value and success of magnet schools. Visit our Grassroots Action Center to learn how you can get involved and build support for magnet programs in your community.


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Upcoming Events

MSA'S 32nd National Conference on Magnet Schools

Hosted by Hartford Public Schools

Connecticut Convention Center Downtown Hartford

May 15-18, 2014 

Where the Future is Magnetic!


Calling for presenters!  Magnet Schools of America is now accepting presentation proposals for its upcoming National Conference on Magnet Schools, May 15-18 in Hartford, CT. This year we have introduced a new 'parent track' that will feature workshops hosted by teachers, parents, and community partners geared specifically for parents of magnet students. Deadline for proposals is Friday, December 13, 2013.

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WEBINAR: Creating Diverse Student Populations
Through Student Selection Design

December 17, 2013 at 1 pm Eastern

The student selection process is critical in meeting school diversity plans. Clearly identified goals, understanding of student demographics and logical selection criteria are necessary for creating the diverse school student population that is desired. This must be accomplished with a complete understanding of the process and selection rules with transparency for student applicants.

Bill Magnotta, MSA Past President and Magnet Institute Consultant, Goodwin College

Reserve Your Seat Today!

 

Success Stories

Mabel Hoggard Math and Science Elementary


2013 DKH Consulting Services, Elementary School of Merit Awardee

Clark County School District, Nevada

Mabel Hoggard Math and Science Elementary has the distinction of being the first elementary magnet school in Las Vegas, Nevada. With the support of a Magnet Schools Assistance Program grant it was converted into a magnet school in 1993 as part of the Clark County School District's desegregation efforts. The school's mission is to prepare students for an increasingly information based society by using a rigorous academic program that focuses on mathematics, science and technology. It was named the top elementary magnet school in the nation by Magnet Schools of America last summer. Keep Reading...

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