Shameka N. Gerald Principal
Chinell CallwoodProgram Administrator
Heritage High School5800 Marshall AvenueNewport News, VA 23605(757) 928-6100www.heritage.nn.k12.va.us/
Magnet Program
at Heritage High School
University Magnet Program Overview 3
Requirements for Advanced Diploma 4
Career Strands and Possible Occupations 5
Recommended Curriculum Map 6
Early College Program 7
What Colleges Look For 8
Table of Contents
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Magnet Program
University Magnet Program Overview
The University Magnet Program offers an enriched, highly structured and rigorous level of education to prepare students for admission to colleges and universities, as well as the world of work. Students will develop both the skills a sound liberal arts education provides, and the competencies essential for success and leadership in the emerging creative economy.
The challenging interdisciplinary curriculum will foster an appreciation of the connections among fields of knowledge. Magnet students may major in the following:
• Arts & Humanities• Behavioral & Social Sciences• Business & Marketing• Mathematics & Science• Natural Sciences• Visual & Performing Arts
The University Magnet Program strives to prepare students to become responsible, lifelong learners with demonstrated abilities in creative problem-solving, critical thinking and decision-making. Students will be equipped with the necessary leadership tools that may be utilized in college, the workplace and in community environments. All University students will graduate with a proficient knowledge of computers and technology.
Distinctions
University Magnet Program students must:• maintain a minimum 3.0 grade point average
• acquire an Advanced Studies Diploma
• complete at least 200 community service hours
• participate in an internship program related to theirmajor during senior year
• participate in at least two extra-curricular activitieseach year
• complete at least six honors and/or AP classeswith a minimum of two honors and/or AP classcompleted each year
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Requirements for an Advanced Diploma
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All students enrolled in the University Magnet Program must work towards fulfilling the requirements for an Advanced Diploma. The requirements are as follows:
• 4 credits in English• 4 credits in Mathematics• 4 credits in Social Studies• 4 credits in Science• 3 or more credits in a World Language• 1 credit in a Fine Art or Career & Technical Education Course• 1 credit in Physical Education• 1 credit in Health• 1 credit in Economics and Personal Finance• 3 electives
All students must pass nine SOL tests in order to receive an Advanced Diploma.
Magnet Program
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Business & Marketing
• Market Research Analyst• Account Manager• Product Support Specialist• Advertising Sales Representative• Senior Sales Manager• Marketing Communications Manager• Business & Marketing Teacher• Entrepreneur• Human Resources Specialist
Career Strands and Possible Occupations
Arts & Humanities
• Anthropologist• Art Historian• Editor• Grant Writer• Librarian• Speech Writer• Director
Mathematics &
Science
• Computer Science Teacher• Program Analyst• Computer Scientist• Software Developer• Engineer (all fields)• Mathematician
Behavioral &
Social Science
• Anthropologist• School Counselor• Psychologist• Sociologist• Economist• Volunteer Coordinator• Child Development Specialist• Probation Officer
Natural Sciences
• Chemistry Teacher• Chemist• Environmental Scientist• Biologist• Marine Scientist• Oceanographer• Pharmacist• Medical Doctor• Nurse
Visual &
Performing Arts
• Artist• Graphic Designer• Calligrapher• Advertising Executive• Illustrator/Cartoonist• Producer• Art Teacher• Fashion Designer• Choreographer
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9th GRADE
• Honors English 9• Algebra I, Algebra II or Honor Geometry• Honors Earth Science, Biology or
AP Environmental Science• Honors World Geography or
AP Human Geography• Introduction to Fitness/Health I• World Language• Elective
10th GRADE
• Honors English 10• Honors Geometry, Algebra II or Honors
Algebra II• Honors Earth Science, Biology or
Chemistry• Honors or AP World History• Fitness II/Health II/Driver’s Education• World Language• Elective
11th GRADE
• Honors or AP English 11• Honors Algebra II, Trigonometry/
Elementary Functions or Honors MathAnalysis
• Honors or AP Chemistry, Physics, APBiology or AP Environmental Science
• Honors or AP US History• World Language• Economics and Personal Finance• Elective (one semester)• SAT Prep (one semester)
12th GRADE
• Honors or AP English 12• Honors Math Analysis, AP Calculus or
Trigonometry/Elementary Functions• Forensic Science, Marine Biology,
Zoology, Ecology, AP Physic or APEnvironmental Science
• Honors or AP Government• World Language or Elective• Senior Seminar• Elective
Recommended Curriculum Map
University Magnet
Early College Program
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The Early College Program in Newport News is a partnership between Newport News Public Schools and Thomas Nelson Community College (TNCC). The program is for qualified high school seniors who plan to attend a college or university after they graduate from high school.
Seniors in this program may earn up to 19 semester hours of college-credit prior to high school graduation. The courses offered in this program are part of the Commonwealth College Course Collaborative (CCCC). Public colleges and universities have agreed to transfer credit for credit these courses as part of the college’s general education requirements.
What are the benefits? • Increases college readiness.• Provides opportunity to earn up to 19 transferable college credits.• Families only pay half of tuition for second semester.• Textbooks are provided by NNPS.• Transportation is provided by NNPS.• Students benefit from all high school activities while being a college student.• Ongoing support and tutoring provided.
The Early College Model • Central focus is college readiness and high school-college transition.• Variety of transitional strategies employed to help students make the transition.• Partnership with community college.
College
Magnet Program
Several factors influence college admissions decisions. Colleges are looking for well-rounded students who will be academically successful at their institutions. The University Magnet Program ensures that students have the well-rounded experience in high school that makes them more marketable to the colleges of their choice.
Some factors that influence college admissions decisions are:
• Honors and Advanced Placement Courses• Community Service• SAT/ACT Scores• Cumulative GPA/Class Rank• Teacher/Counselor Recommendations• Essays/Writing Samples• Interview/Portfolio Submission• Work/School Activities• Awards and Honors
*To conduct a thorough search of nationwide colleges and universities,visit www.collegeboard.org
What Colleges Look For
