My Magnet Moment

Calling all Districts! We want to hear from your students! We are excited to include student voices in many activities in the upcoming year, starting with our upcoming Fall Policy Conference, and we need your help to make it happen.

Check out the steps below to learn how to participate. You can also download this flyer and hang it up in your classroom to encourage students to participate.

Step 1: Find Your Student Voices

• Reach out to your elementary, middle, and high school students to find those who are interested in sharing their perspectives at the conference.
• Important: Make sure you have a media release form signed by a parent or guardian before any student participates.

Step 2: Record Their Voice

No special equipment is needed – you or the student can use a phone, a computer, or even a recording studio at your school.

Step 3: Keep it Short & Sweet

We’ve created a set of prompts tailored to each student level (elementary, middle, and high school) that you can see below. Students should choose one question from each section to answer in their video. Recommended video length is no longer than 45 seconds, and should include the student’s name, school, and grade.

We can’t wait to hear what your students have to say!

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: September 20, 2024

Video Prompts

Students should choose one question from each section to answer in their video.

Recommended video length is no longer than 45 seconds, and should include the student’s name, school, and grade.

Section 1: Understanding Magnet Schools and Their Impact

1. What is a magnet school? How does it differ from a traditional public school? (Elementary)
2. Tell me about a magnet school in your community or state. What is its theme or focus? How does it attract students? (Elementary)
3. How do you think magnet schools contribute to diversity in schools? Provide examples to support your answer. (Middle)
4. What are the potential benefits of attending a magnet school? Consider academic, social, and personal growth. (Elementary)
5. What are the challenges that magnet schools might face? How could these challenges be addressed? (Elementary)

Section 2: Advocating for State Funding for Magnet Programs

1. Why is funding important for the success of magnet schools? Consider the impact on resources, programs, and student opportunities. (Middle)
2. How would increase state funding benefit students in magnet schools? Provide specific examples of how additional funds could be used. (High School)
3. Research the current state funding for education in your state. How does it impact magnet schools compared to traditional public schools? (Middle)
4. Develop a persuasive argument for why state funding for magnet schools should be increased. Consider using data, statistics, and personal anecdotes. (High School)
5. Create a public service announcement or social media campaign to raise awareness about the importance of state funding for magnet schools. (High School)

Section 3: Community and Diversity in Magnet Programs

1. How does your magnet school bring together students from different backgrounds and communities? (Elementary)
2. Can you describe an experience at your magnet school where you worked with students from diverse backgrounds? How did it benefit your learning? (High School)
3. How has the diverse environment at your magnet school prepared you for working in a global society? (High School)
4. What impact do you think magnet programs have on promoting inclusion and equity in education? (Middle/Senior High)
5. How has attending a magnet school changed your perspective on different cultures and communities? (Elementary, Middle, Senior High)
6. In what ways do magnet programs help to break down social and economic barriers among students? (Middle/Senior High)