A passionate advocate for hands-on learning, Nicole Hosek has spent over 20 years ensuring that every student has the opportunity to engage with science, technology, engineering, arts, and math in meaningful ways.
A visionary leader, Suzanne Luzzi has transformed Jungman from a school facing closure into a thriving STEM magnet program, providing students with hands-on learning experiences that foster critical thinking, creativity, and leadership.
A transformative leader with over 21 years in education, Paul M. Jackson has propelled Scotlandville to new heights through innovative programming, rigorous academic pathways, and strong industry partnerships.
With a passion for inclusive education and dual-language instruction, Melanie Zuniga has redefined the role of special education in a magnet setting, ensuring that every student, regardless of ability, thrives academically and socially.
With over 25 years of experience in education, Dr. Melissa Collins has dedicated her career to fostering student success through enriched academics, STEM education, and global learning experiences.
With over 30 years of experience in magnet education, Dr. Jacqueline Jordan has been a transformational leader, ensuring that Enloe continues to be a model of academic excellence, equity, and student empowerment.
A dedicated leader in international education, Brennan has transformed Mildred Helms into a thriving International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) magnet school, fostering a culture of inquiry, global citizenship, and academic excellence.
A passionate arts educator with over two decades of experience, Pamela Richardson has played a pivotal role in elevating the school’s arts program to an innovative level in just three years.
As the founding teacher of GLEAM, Jennifer Richard-Gantka played a pivotal role in shaping a magnet program that integrates environmental action with global citizenship.
Under Rebecca McMurrin's leadership, Grant High School’s magnet program has flourished, serving students from 27 different linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
Raise the level of performance consistent throughout school districts nationwide and creates a platform from which all magnet schools can flourish. Magnet Schools of America’s national certification process is designed to recognize the hard work of the best magnet schools in the nation and to help them as they grow.