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MAGNET SCHOOLS: Offering unique thematic strands of study that focus on students’ special interests, talents, & abilities for all grade levels

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Recipient of the donna grady-creer award The Nation’s Most Prestigious Award for District Magnet Achievement

"A" RATED SCHOOL DISTRICT2 Years in a Row / 99% of Schools Rated A, B or C

304 NATIONAL MAGNET MERIT AWARDSThe Most of Any School District in the U.S.A.

28 NATIONAL certified MAGNET schoolsIncluding 14 National Demonstration Schools

MAGNET SCHOOLS are specialized public school programs offering unique thematic strands of study that focus on students’ special interests, talents, and abilities for all grade levels.

• High quality education options in grades Pre-K through 12

• Innovative public school programs

• High-interest, thematic educational programs focusing on students’ interests and abilities

• In-depth study of thematic topics

• Innovative curriculum designed to prepare students for higher education and eventual career success

• Improved academic achievement

• Increased cultural competence

• Higher attendance rates

• Higher graduation rates

• Community and industry partnerships promote and support theme-based, authentic educational environments

WHY MAGNET PROGRAMS

When it comes to educational opportunity, Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) is the most innovative and progressive school district in the country, offering parents and students the option to choose from hundreds of Magnet programs in over 100 public schools throughout Miami-Dade county. M-DCPS Magnet programs ensure that all students have the opportunity to experience the highest quality education, which will build on their personal and educational interests, strengths, and skills while encouraging academic excellence. Through M-DCPS Magnet programs, students prepare to thrive and excel in post-secondary education and in the work place.

There is no doubt that the Magnet program option is the best choice – year after year, M-DCPS boasts more National Magnet Merit Awards from Magnet Schools of America than any other school district in the country.

WHAT ARE

LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR CHOICES: MIAMIMAGNETS.ORG

INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS LIBERAL ARTSInternational Programs are internationally benchmarked programs offering students a unique opportunity to meet national as well as international diploma requirements. M-DCPS has partnered with some of the world’s premiere international programs to ensure that M-DCPS students are globally competent and prepared for future educational and career choices world-wide.

The International Education (IE) Program immerses students in a multicultural education that promotes global competence. Most IE programs also emphasize learning a second language. The IE programs prepare students to be informed citizens of a ever-changing global society and economy.

The International Studies (IS) Program is an international dual language acquisition program implemented throughout grades K-12 as a collaborative effort with the Ministries of Education of foreign countries, including Spain, Germany, France, and Italy. This collaboration promotes a rigorous international academic program in which students are immersed in a Modern Language as they learn core subjects in the second language, resulting in a curriculum that emphasizes competency in a foreign language, student-centered learning, and global perspective.

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Program is governed by the International Baccalaureate Organization in Geneva, Switzerland. The IB Program provides a balanced and rigorous international curriculum from grades K-12 which links the Humanities, Sciences, Mathematics, Languages, and Community Service, as well as an emphasis on learning a second language. The goal of the IB curriculum is to develop well-rounded, creative, compassionate citizens of a global community.

The Cambridge International (CIE) Program is an international curriculum designed and implemented in partnership with England’s renowned University of Cambridge, appealing to academically advanced and motivated students. This engaging, accelerated, academic experience, ensures students are challenged to work at the highest level of international standards in Math, Science, English, and Language Arts.

The AP Capstone Program, designed and monitored by College Board, prepares high achieving high school students for success in college through a rigorous and innovative program that equips students with independent research, collaborative teamwork, and communication skills, which are increasingly valued by colleges and employers world-wide. AP Capstone candidates study topics of global relevance from an interdisciplinary perspective, making connections between these topics and their AP subjects.

With an emphasis on Business, Global Studies, Legal Studies, and Service Industries, the Liberal Arts Programs offer students a variety of opportunities to engage as global citizens of an ever-changing world. A challenging interdisciplinary curriculum focused on the Humanities, Language Arts, and Social Sciences encourages hands-on learning in a technology rich environment. Academic excellence, and commitment to the values of diversity, community, and collaboration, as well as social awareness, distinguish the Liberal Arts Magnet School Programs.

A Virtual Learning Program through Miami-Dade Online (MDO) Academy is available to all students in grades K-12. This accredited, on-line virtual public school program offers a student-centered interactive learning environment to independent learners with the support of fully certified educators. Teachers provide students with superior knowledge of subject matter and individualized educational support to encourage critical thinking and to help develop curious minds through a high-quality curriculum.

VIRTUAL LEARNING

Visual & Performing Arts Programs provide intellectually stimulating and educationally challenging classes in the Arts or Arts Technology for students who demonstrate a talent in a particular art form or who show a strong interest in the arts. While some programs require students to audition, other pro-grams invite students with an affinity for the arts to develop their passions in an environment rich in creativity. Student talents and interests are nurtured through a continuous ex-change between student and teachers, with numerous oppor-tunities to showcase talents.

VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS

S.T.E.M. Programs encourage students who have an interest or skill strength in the Sciences, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics fields to explore and develop their talents and to prepare for a future in the fastest growing career industries world-wide. Included in S.T.E.M. Programs are the Medical Health Services Programs, which offer a broad variety of options for students to explore career opportunities and interest in the health sciences.

S.T.E.M. (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, & MATHEMATICS)

Programs Subject to Change

PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS SCHOOLS


PK-12 CENTERiPREP Academy1500 BISCAYNE BLVD, MIAMI, FL 33132

International Education/Global Focus

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSBen Sheppard Elementary5700 W 24 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FL 33016

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics)

Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy of the Arts8851 SW 168 STREET, PERRINE, FL 33157

Art (3-5)* Dance (3-5)*Music (3-5)* Theatre (3-5)*

Dr. William A. Chapman Elementary27190 SW 140 AVENUE, HOMESTEAD, FL 33032

STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Mathematics)

Earlington Heights Elementary4750 NW 22 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33142

International Baccalaureate - Spanish

Frances S. Tucker Elementary3500 DOUGLAS ROAD, MIAMI, FL 33133

Environmental Science

George Washington Carver Elementary238 GRAND AVENUE, CORAL GABLES, FL 33133

International Education -SpanishInternational Studies -Italian*

Joella C. Good Elementary6350 NW 188 TERRACE, HIALEAH, FL 33015

Montessori

North Dade Center for Modern Languages1840 NW 157 STREET, OPA-LOCKA, FL 33054

International Education -FrenchInternational Education -Spanish

North Hialeah Elementary4251 E 5 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FL 33013

STEM - Environmental Science

Phyllis Ruth Miller Elementary840 NE 87 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33138

Montessori

Pine Lake Elementary16700 SW 109 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33157

STEM: Botany & Zoology

Rainbow Park Elementary15355 NW 19 AVENUE, OPA-LOCKA, FL 33054

Dance (3-5)* Drama (3-5)*

Scott Lake Elementary1160 NW 175 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33169

Montessori

Southside Elementary45 SW 13 STREET, MAMI, FL 33130

Museums

Sunset Elementary5120 SW 72 STREET, SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143

International Studies -German*International Studies -French*International Studies -Spanish*

W. J. Bryan Elementary1201 NE 125 STREET, NORTH MIAMI, FL 33161

Museums

K-8 CENTERSAda Merritt K-8 Center660 SW 3 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33130

International Baccalaureate/International Studies - Portuguese*

International Baccalaureate/International Studies - Spanish*

Air Base K-8 Center for International Education12829 SW 272 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33032

International Education/Cambridge -FrenchInternational Education/Cambridge -Spanish

Charles R. Drew K-8 Center1775 NW 60 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33142

Dance (3-8)* Music (3-8)*Theatre (3-8)* Visual Arts (3-8)*

Coconut Palm K-8 Academy24400 SW 124 AVENUE, HOMESTEAD, FL 33032

Agriscience EngineeringMedical Technology

Frank C. Martin K-8 Center14250 BOGGS DRIVE, RICHMOND HEIGHT, FL 33176

International Baccalaureate -FrenchInternational Baccalaureate -Spanish

Henry S. West Laboratory School5300 CARILLO STREET, CORAL GABLES, FL 33146

Global Focus

Linda Lentin K-8 Center14312 NE 2 COURT, MIAMI, FL 33161

STEM: Robotics

Morningside K-8 Academy6620 NE 5 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33138

International Education -French International Education -Haitian CreoleInternational Education -Spanish

South Miami K-8 Center6800 SW 60 STREET, WEST MIAMI, FL 33143

Art (3-5)* Dance (3-5)*Music (3-5)* Theatre (3-5)*

CAT (Computer Art Technology) (6-8) CIE (Culturally Inspired Education) (6-8)

MIDDLE SCHOOLSAndover Middle121 NE 207 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33179

Cambridge International

Arvida Middle10900 SW 127 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33186

Forensic ScienceGlobal Studies

Country Club Middle18305 NW 75 PLACE, MIAMI, FL 33015

BiomedicalForensic Science

Cutler Bay Middle19400 GULFSTREAM ROAD, MIAMI, FL 33157

(COAST) Ocean Academy of Science & Technology

Criminal Justice & Forensic Science

George Washington Carver Middle4901 LINCOLN DRIVE, CORAL GABLES, FL 33133

International Education -FrenchInternational Education -GermanInternational Education -SpanishInternational Studies -French*International Studies -German*International Studies -Italian*International Studies -Spanish*

Hammocks Middle9889 HAMMOCKS BOULEVARD, MIAMI, FL 33196

Pre-Law

Herbert A. Ammons Middle17990 SW 142 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33177


LIST OF MAGNET SCHOOLS GRADES: PK-8STRAND LEGEND International Programs Liberal Arts STEM Visual & Performing Arts Virtual Learning * REQUIRES AUDITION OR TESTING

(KINDERGARTEN EXEMPT)

LISTED BY GRADE LEVEL

Programs Subject to Change

Hialeah Middle6027 E 7 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FL 33013

Dance* Music*Theatre* Visual Arts*

Homestead Middle650 NW 2 AVENUE, HOMESTEAD, FL 33030


Horace Mann Middle8950 NW 2 AVENUE, EL PORTAL, FL 33150

Medical Health SciencesMusic/Entertainment TechnologySTEM: Coding

Howard D. McMillan Middle13100 SW 59 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33183

Cambridge International/Robotics EngineeringMedical Health Sciences

John F. Kennedy Middle1075 NE 167 STREET, NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL 33162

BEAT (Bio-Medical/Environmental Agriscience/Technology)

Jorge Mas Canosa Middle15735 SW 144 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33196


Jose De Diego Middle3100 NW 5 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33127

Engineering & RoboticsVisual Arts*

Lamar Louise Curry Middle15750 SW 47 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33185


Lawton Chiles Middle8190 NW 197 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33015


Miami Lakes Middle6425 MIAMI LAKEWAY N., MIAMI LAKES, 33014

Legal Studies/Cambridge

Miami Springs Middle150 S. ROYAL POINCIANA, MIAMI SPRINGS, FL 33166

STEM: Coding

Norland Middle1235 NW 192 TERRACE, MIAMI, FL 33169

Art* Music (Band/Jazz)*Dance* Theatre*

North Dade Middle1840 NW 157 STREET, MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33054


North Miami Middle700 NE 137 STREET, NORTH MIAMI, FL 33161

CommunicationsInternational Baccalaureate -FrenchInternational Baccalaureate -SpanishMuseums

Palm Springs Middle1025 W 56 STREET, HIALEAH, FL 33012

Multimedia Entertainment Technology

Paul W. Bell Middle11800 NW 2 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33182


Ponce de Leon Middle5801 AUGUSTO STREET, CORAL GABLES, FL 33146

International Baccalaureate -FrenchInternational Baccalaureate -ItalianInternational Baccalaureate -Spanish

Redland Middle16001 SW 248 STREET, HOMESTEAD, FL 33031

AgriscienceRobotics

Richmond Heights Middle15015 SW 103 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33176

STEM: Botany & Zoology

Riviera Middle10301 SW 48 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33165

MIX (Multimedia Industry Xperience) STIR (Science Technology and Investigative

Research)

Rockway Middle9393 SW 29 TERRACE, MIAMI, FL 33165

Engineering & RoboticsLegal Studies

Ruben Dario Middle350 NW 97 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33175

Medical Health Sciences

Shenandoah Middle1950 SW 19 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33145

Museums

South Dade Middle (4-8)29100 SW 194 AVENUE, HOMESTEAD, FL 33030

Medical Health Sciences (4-8)

South Miami Middle6750 SW 60 STREET, SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143

Art* Band*Broadcast* Chorus*Dance* Orchestra*Photography* Theatre*

Southwood Middle16301 SW 80 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33157

Art* Band*Chorus* Dance*Orchestra* Photography*Theatre*

W.R. Thomas Middle13001 SW 26 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33175


West Miami Middle7525 SW 24 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33155

STEM: Marine & Environmental Sciences

6-12 CENTERSArthur & Polly Mays Conservatory of the Arts11700 SW 216 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33170

Art* Band*Chorus* Dance*Fashion Design* iWrite*Orchestra/Guitar* Theatre*Entertainment Technology*

Jose Marti MAST- 6-12 Academy (Math and Science Technology)5701 WEST 24 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FL 33016

Math & Science Technology

MAST Academy3979 RICKENBACKER CAUSEWAY, MIAMI, FL 33149


Miami Arts Studio 6-12 @ Zelda Glazer15015 SW 24 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33185

Band* Broadcasting*Chorus* Dance*Orchestra* Theatre*Visual Arts*

Technical Production Entertainment Law

Young Men’s Preparatory 6-12 Academy3001 NW 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33127

Leadership

Young Women’s Preparatory 6-12 Academy1150 SW 1 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33130

Leadership

Miami-Dade Online Academy1501 NE 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33132 MDO.DADESCHOOLS.NET

Virtual K-12 online

LIST OF MAGNET SCHOOLS GRADES: PK-8LISTED BY GRADE LEVEL

LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR CHOICES: MIAMIMAGNETS.ORGPrograms Subject to Change

STRAND LEGEND International Programs Liberal Arts STEM Visual & Performing Arts Virtual Learning * REQUIRES AUDITION OR TESTING(KINDERGARTEN EXEMPT)

PK-12 CENTERiPREP Academy1500 BISCAYNE BLVD, MIAMI, FL 33132

International Education/Global Focus

6-12 CENTERSArthur & Polly Mays Conservatory of the Arts11700 SW 216 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33170

Art* Band*Chorus* Dance*Fashion Design* iWrite*Orchestra/Guitar* Theatre*Entertainment Technology*

Jose Marti MAST- 6-12 Academy (Math and Science Technology)5701 WEST 24 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FL 33016

Life ScienceNatural Sciences Mathematics/Computer Science

MAST Academy3979 RICKENBACKER CAUSEWAY, MIAMI, FL 33149

Cambridge International Global StudiesCambridge International STEMMaritime & Science Technology

Miami Arts Studio 6-12 @ Zelda Glazer15015 SW 24 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33185

Band* Broadcasting*Chorus* Dance*Orchestra* Theatre*Visual Arts*

Technical Production Entertainment Law

Young Men’s Preparatory 6-12 Academy3001 NW 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33127

Leadership

Young Women’s Preparatory 6-12 Academy1150 SW 1 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33130

Leadership

SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLSAmerican Senior High18350 NW 67 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FL 33015

Biomedical Careers

Barbara Goleman Senior High14100 NW 89 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33018

AP CapstoneCybersecurityDigital Marketing Financial TechnologiesForensic ScienceInformation Systems TechnologyLaw Enforcement/Intelligence StudiesSTEM: AP Capstone

BioTECH @ Richmond Heights 9-1215015 SW 103 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33176

Conservation Biology

Booker T. Washington Senior High1200 NW 6 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33136

AstronomyEngineering

Center for International Education: A Cambridge International Associate School900 NE 23 AVENUE, HOMESTEAD, FL 33033


Coral Gables Senior High450 BIRD ROAD, CORAL GABLES, FL 33146

International Baccalaureate -FrenchInternational Baccalaureate -GermanInternational Baccalaureate -ItalianInternational Baccalaureate -SpanishInternational Finance

Coral Reef Senior High10101 SW 152 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33157

AgriscienceBusiness & FinanceEngineeringInternational Baccalaureate -FrenchInternational Baccalaureate -GermanInternational Baccalaureate -SpanishLegalMedicineArt* Chorus*Dance* Instrumental*Strings* Theatre*

Cutler Bay Senior High8601 SW 212 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33189

(COAST) Ocean Academy of Science & Technology

Design and Architecture Senior High (DASH)4001 NE 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33137

Architecture/Interior Design*Entertainment Technology/Film*Fashion Design*Industrial Design/Product & Transportation*Visual Communication/Graphic Design*

Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High1410 NE 215 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33179

Art* Chorus*Dance* Instrumental*Strings* Theatre*

Felix Varela Senior High15255 SW 96 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33196

Global StudiesiPREP AcademyVeterinary Science

G. Holmes Braddock Senior High3601 SW 147 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33185

Cambridge InternationalInformation TechnologyiPREP Academy

Hialeah Senior High251 E 47 STREET, HIALEAH, FL 33013

Dance* Music*Theatre* Visual Arts*

Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior High7977 W 12 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FL 33014

Digital Media Technology & Entrepreneurship iPREP AcademyLegal Studies

Homestead Senior High2351 SE 12 AVENUE, HOMESTEAD, FL 33034

Hospitality & TourismPractical Nursing

ISPA @ Gables (International Studies Preparatory Academy)1570 MADRUGA AVENUE, CORAL GABLES, FL 33134

International Education -ItalianInternational Studies -French*International Studies -Italian*International Studies -Spanish*

iTech @ Thomas A. Edison Educational Center6101 NW 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33127

ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)GIS (Geospatial Information Systems)iCode (Microsoft Software Solutions)

LIST OF MAGNET SCHOOLS GRADES: 9-12LISTED BY GRADE LEVEL



John A. Ferguson Senior High15900 SW 56 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33185

Culinary ArtsDASH/Visual Arts - Architecture/Interior

Design*DASH/Visual Arts - Entertainment Technology/

Broadcast/Film*DASH/Visual Arts - Fine Arts and Design*DASH/Visual Arts - Photography*International Baccalaureate -FrenchInternational Baccalaureate -ItalianInternational Baccalaureate -SpanishInternational Business & FinanceiTech - Information TechnologyMedical Skills/Biomedical

Law Enforcement Officers’ Memorial High300 NW 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33128

Forensic ScienceHomeland SecurityLaw Studies

MAST @ FIU Biscayne Bay Campus3000 NE 151 STREET, AC-1, ROOM 395, MIAMI, FL 33181

Marine & Environmental Science

MAST @ Homestead (Medical Academy for Science and Technology)1220 NW 1 AVENUE, HOMESTEAD, FL 33030

BioMedical SciencesiMedPharmaceutical SciencesPhysical Therapy

Miami Senior High2450 SW 1 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33135

Legal & Public Affairs Teaching Profession

Miami Carol City Senior High3301 MIAMI GARDENS DR., MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33056

Legal & Public Affairs-Criminal JusticeLegal & Public Affairs-Law

Miami Central Senior High1781 NW 95 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33147

Engineering & RoboticsGlobal Trade & Logistics Information Technology

Miami Coral Park Senior High8865 SW 16 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33165

ArchitectureBiomedicalConstructionEngineering & Robotics

Miami Edison Senior High6161 NW 5 COURT, MIAMI, FL 33127

Business & FinanceCambridge InternationalCulinary ArtsEntrepreneurshipMedical Health Sciences (First Responder/EMT)

Miami Jackson Senior High1751 NW 36 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33142

International Business & Finance

Miami Killian Senior High10655 SW 97 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33176

Cambridge InternationalInternational LawiPREP Academy

Miami Lakes Educational Center5780 NW 158 STREET, MIAMI LAKES, FL 33014

Air Conditioning & RefrigerationAllied Health/Medical AssistingAutomotive Collision RepairAutomotive Service TechnologyBuilding Automation SystemsCambridge International -EngineeringCambridge International -Global StudiesCambridge International -JournalismCommercial Art Technology Computer Systems Technology (CISCO

Networking)Computer Science and Programming Culinary ArtsDental AideEarly Childhood EducationElectronic TechnologyEMR/First ResponderFinancial ServicesIntroduction to Practical NursingNursing AssistantPharmacy TechnicianTechnical Theatre Television Production Web Design Technology

Miami Norland Senior High1050 NW 195 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33169

Bio-Tech & Forensic ScienceHospitality & TourismiPREP AcademySports ManagementSports Medicine

Miami Northwestern Senior High1100 NW 71 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33150

Medical & Allied Health ProfessionsArt* Chorus*Dance* Instrumental*Theatre*

Miami Palmetto Senior High7460 SW 118 STREET, PINECREST, FL 33156

AP CapstoneAP Capstone: Forensic Investigative Academy

(FIA)iPREP Academy

Miami Southridge Senior High19355 SW 114 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33157

AP CapstoneBusiness Innovation & ManagementCoding and Application DevelopmentCriminal JusticeGaming Design & Animation

Miami Springs Senior High751 DOVE AVENUE, MIAMI SPRINGS, FL 33166

Hospitality & TourismiTECH Academy

Miami Sunset Senior High13125 SW 72 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33183

Allied Medical Sciences (Allied Health, EMR & EKG)

Communications: Digital Media/Multimedia Design

CybersecurityEngineeringPre-MedicineSports Medicine

New World School of the Arts25 NE 2 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33132

Art* Chorus*Dance* Instrumental*Strings* Theatre*

North Miami Beach Senior High1247 NE 167 STREET, NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL 33162

AP Capstone(BEAT) Biomedical/Environmental/Agriscience/

TechnologyiPREP Academy

North Miami Senior High13110 NE 8 AVENUE, NORTH MIAMI, FL 33161

Business & FinanceEngineeringHealth Sciences (Nursing/First Responder)International Baccalaureate -FrenchInternational Baccalaureate -Spanish

LIST OF MAGNET SCHOOLS GRADES: 9-12LISTED BY GRADE LEVEL



Robert Morgan Educational Center18180 SW 122 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33177

Automotive (AYES)CISCO/NetworkingCosmetologyCulinary ArtsDental AideEarly ChildhoodEngineering (Engineering Technology)Hospitality & TourismInternational BusinessMedical AssistingNursingPhysical TherapyRefrigeration & Major AppliancesSports MedicineVeterinary AssistingBand/Strings* ChorusDance* Theatre*Visual Arts*

Digital Arts Technology Graphic Animation TV Production

South Dade Senior High8401 SW 167 AVENUE, HOMESTEAD, FL 33030

AgritechnologyAutomotive Service TechnologyBuilding Trades & Construction Design

TechnologyCulinary Arts Early Childcare EducationHealth Sciences (Medical Assisting, Sports

Medicine)International Baccalaureate -FrenchInternational Baccalaureate -SpanishInternational Finance, Business & Technology

(Information Technology, Business Supervision, Finance & Virtual Reality)

Legal StudiesChorus* DanceTheatre Visual Arts* Instrumental/Band/Orchestra*

South Miami Senior High6856 SW 53 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33155

Band*Fine Arts*Graphic Design & Illustration*Multimedia Broadcasting*Orchestra*Photography*

Southwest Miami Senior High8855 SW 50 TERRACE, MIAMI, FL 33165

Banking & Finance

TERRA Environmental Research Institute11005 SW 84 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33173

Biomedical ResearchEnvironmental Research & Field StudiesRobotics & Engineering Technology

Westland Hialeah Senior High4000 WEST 18 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FL 33012

Early College and Career PathwaysInternational Business & FinanceHealth Science/Allied Health Science

William H. Turner Technical Arts High10151 NW 19 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33147

Agriscience & Environmental SciencesBusiness & FinanceCriminal JusticeEntertainment Technology (Music/Sound

Design,Engineering and Television Production)

Information Technology (Digital Design/Multimedia Web Design & Technology Support Services)

Medical Sciences (Nursing Asst., Vision Asst., Emergency Medical Responder, Medical Lab Asst.,EKG/Home Health Aid, Intro Practical Nursing)

Veterinary Science & Environmental Resources

Miami-Dade Online Academy1501 NE 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33132 MDO.DADESCHOOLS.NET

Virtual K-12 online

LIST OF MAGNET SCHOOLS LISTED BY GRADE LEVELGRADES: 9-12



All Magnet applications are available through an on-line process at MIAMIMAGNETS.ORG. You may also choose to complete the paper application which can be printed from the website. Applications may also be obtained at Magnet school sites, or at the School Choice & Parental Options office.

Existing M-DCPS parents are encouraged to apply through the Parent Portal.

Magnet applications must be received by the School Choice & Parental Options office on or by January 15th.

Parents must inquire at each Magnet program school site to which they are applying in order to determine, if forms, letters, documentation, interviews, and/or auditions are required.

TIMELINES: Applications for Magnet programs are accepted every year from October 1st through January 15th. Applications received during this period are considered for the following school year. Applications received after this window period are processed only if there are seats available in a selected program.

ELIGIBILITY:Application to Magnet programs/schools is open to all interested school-age children who either attend or are eligible to attend a Miami-Dade County Public School. Generally, participation in Magnet programs is based on the student’s interest in one or more of the five themes of study.

Each Magnet program may have additional requirements as part of the application process. It is the parents’ responsibility to contact the school for additional requirements that are school/program specific (e.g. proficiency tests, auditions, etc.), and submit all required documentation by January 15th.

Visual & Performing Arts programs: Parents must schedule any required auditions by January 15th.

Paper applications should be hand-delivered or postmarked no later than January 15th to:

School Choice & Parental Options 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Suite 352 Miami, FL 33132

SCHOOL BOARD POLICY: 2370, Magnet Programs/Schools

IMPORTANT DATES

REMINDER: APPLICATION PERIOD IS FROM OCTOBER 1ST - JANUARY 15THHOW TO APPLY

APPLICATION PERIOD: OCTOBER 1 - JANUARY 15

APPLICATION DEADLINE: JANUARY 15

NOTIFICATION PERIOD: ON OR ABOUT MARCH 15

RESPONSE TO NOTIFICATION DUE: TWO WEEKS AFTER THE NOTIFICATION PERIOD

APPLICATION PROCESS

APPLY ONLINE:

All applicants must submit ONE application before January 15th deadline

• Create an account at miamimagnets.org• Complete application• Upload required documents• Submit application

ORAPPLY BY MAIL: Paper applications must be received by January 15th deadline

• Fill out paper application• Mail complete application• Submit required documents directly

to selected schools

Select up to 5 Magnet programs to apply (only one program per school)

SCHEDULE APPOINTMENT:

(Only for Audition-Based Visual & Performing Arts Programs or Test-Required International Studies Programs) For online applications, schedule appointment online. For applications by mail, schedule appointment directly with the school after submitting application.

SUBMIT application, by January 15th

RANDOM SELECTION PROCESS:ELIGIBILITY: After January 15th deadline, complete, submitted applications will be reviewed to determine eligibility for random selection.

RANDOM SELECTION: All eligible applications will run through blind random selection by a third-party computer system.

STUDENT LISTS: The system generates lists of selected students for available program seats as well as wait-lists for each program.

NOTIFICATION PERIOD:NOTIFICATION: Notification of Random Selection results will be emailed beginning March 15th.

ACCEPTED: Eligible students placed in available Magnet program seats will be notified of each program in which they have been accepted. Parents must follow the Declaration of Program Acceptance and Registration procedures and deadlines to complete the acceptance process and retain placement in preferred program.WAIT-LISTED: Students will be selected from the wait-list in the order generated by random selection process, as seats become available. You may change acceptance to a preferred program only if your child’s status changes from Wait-Listed to Accepted. NOT ACCEPTED: Reasons for not being accepted include: 1) The student did not meet entrance requirements. 2) The Visual & Performing Arts student did not schedule or attend an audition, or the student did not demonstrate sufficient mastery at the audition. 3) The student did not take or pass language proficiency test (if required). Any further inquiries must be made to the individual school(s) directly.

APPLYING TO A MAGNET PROGRAM:BETWEEN OCTOBER 1ST AND JANUARY 15TH

DECLARATION OF ACCEPTANCE:DECLARATION: All steps must be completed by acceptance deadline as stated via email notification.

• Accept desired school at the YourChoiceMiami.org portal AND go directly to the selected school site:• Complete Declaration of Program Acceptance• Complete registration process

RESEARCH:

Search Magnet programs in Magnet Schools program catalog or at miamimagnets.org

• Contact schools if you have questions• Check for specific program eligibility

requirements


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSWHY SHOULD MY CHILD ATTEND A MAGNET PROGRAM? Magnet programs offer an enhanced educational opportunity for interested students in grades K – 12, through specialized high-interest programs. Different Magnet themes provide a wide range of educational options designed to meet a variety of student interests. The goals of Magnet programs are to provide an excellent educational opportunity for students through a stimulating and motivating interactive curriculum, and to facilitate multicultural collaboration and cooperation.

THE MAGNET SCHOOL OF MY CHOICE IS IN MY CURRENT SCHOOL ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY; DO I HAVE TO APPLY? Yes. All Magnet programs require all students to apply for placement. Magnet programs/schools do not adhere to boundary restrictions.

ONCE MY CHILD IS IN A MAGNET SCHOOL, DO I HAVE TO APPLY EACH YEAR? Students who are currently enrolled in a Magnet school do not have to re-apply unless they want to change schools or programs.

Selection into a Visual & Performing Arts Audition-Based program requires that students audition for the program in addition to completing the application process.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MAGNET AND CHOICE PROGRAMS? Magnet programs offer exceptional educational opportunities, without the boundary restrictions of traditional schools, to experience high quality education through specialized programs which focus on student interests, talents, and abilities. For admission to a Magnet program, students must complete the application process open from October 1st through January 15th. Choice programs are different from Magnet programs in that Choice programs are designed for and first offered to students who are assigned to the school site boundary. Once boundary students are placed, any open seats are then made available to out-of-boundary students through the Region transfer process.

IS IT POSSIBLE FOR MY CHILD TO TRANSFER FROM ONE MAGNET PROGRAM TO ANOTHER MAGNET PROGRAM? No. Students may not transfer from one Magnet program to another. Students wishing to change Magnet programs or schools must re-apply, qualify, and be offered placement for the new Magnet program during the regular Magnet application cycle.

ARE STUDENTS SELECTED ON FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS? No. The selection process is a computerized random selection process and occurs after the application deadline period. Except for visual and performing arts programs that require an audition.

WHAT IS A DEFINITION OF A SIBLING? A sibling is a biological, adopted, foster, half or step brother/sister who shares the same parent/legal guardian and lives at the same address as a student that is currently attending the Magnet school for which you are applying, and will continue to attend the same Magnet school for the following school year.

HOW ARE STUDENTS SELECTED FOR A MAGNET PROGRAM? Students interested in attending a Magnet program must complete and submit a Magnet application. When the number of eligible applications exceeds the number of seats available in a school Magnet program, a computerized random selection (lottery) process is used for student admission. Eligible students who submit an application by the deadline will qualify for participation in the lottery.

IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED TO MAGNET PROGRAMS? According to School Board guidelines, transportation availability is limited and may not be available to all students. The Magnet lead teacher or Magnet secretary at each school can assist you in determining if your child/children are eligible for transportation.

HOW MANY MAGNET PROGRAMS CAN MY CHILD APPLY TO? Each child is encouraged to apply to up to five Magnet programs at five different schools. Each child may only apply to one Magnet program per school.


A LEGACY OF CHOICE

ADDITIONAL CHOICES

For more than 60 years, Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) has been at the forefront of the choice movement in education. Henry S. West Laboratory School was established in 1954 as an experimental school of choice associated with the School of Education at the University of Miami. This initiative was followed in 1963 by the development and implementation of a dual language program at Coral Way Elementary School. Magnet programs began in Miami-Dade County Public Schools in 1973 with the opening of a center for the Expressive Arts in the heart of the inner city at Charles R. Drew Elementary School. Since then, M-DCPS has implemented a broad variety of choice programs including the first corporate–based Satellite Learning Center in 1987; the first controlled open-enrollment schools in 1995; and the State’s first charter school in

1996. As of the 2018 – 2019 school year, over 68.8% (240,487 students) of M-DCPS students in grades Pre-K through 12th grade, have made an active choice in the school or program in which they are enrolled.

Educational choices offer sound investments for the future of our students and in the business workforce needs of tomorrow. Today our entire community benefits from the over 1000 Magnet and Choice options offered by Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

SCHOOL CHOICE PROGRAMS (non-Magnet) In addition to Magnet programs, Miami-Dade County Public Schools continues to strive to offer more flexibility and variety in school choice by providing specialized non-Magnet programs that give parents and students other exceptional options in their educational decisions. Choice programs offer a broad variety of specialty programs from grades PreK-12 at most schools throughout the district.

Choice programs are different from Magnet programs in that Choice programs are designed for and first offered to students who are assigned to the school site boundary. Once boundary students are placed, any open seats are then made available to out-of-boundary students through the Region transfer process.

School Choice programs are thematic, curriculum-based programs offered at all grade levels and implemented during the regular school day; after school programs are not delineated as part of the Choice options. Please note that transportation is not routinely provided for Choice programs, therefore parents may need to make arrangements for transporting their child to these schools should a transfer be granted by the appropriate Region.

Through the Choice programs new online resource at schoolchoicemiami.com, parents have easy access to a complete listing of all non-Magnet Choice programs available. This site also provides step-by-step procedures for transferring to a Choice Program school.

Information and Full List of Choice Programs: SCHOOLCHOICEMIAMI.COM

THE MOST CHOICES IN ALL OF FLORIDA

High Schools Among America’s BestMiami Magnet Schools comprise four of the Top 100 high schools in the country and eight of the schools in Florida’s Top 20, as ranked by U.S. News & World Report.

MAGNET AWARDSOscar-Winning MovieMagnet alumni Barry Jenkins and Tarell Alvin McCraney won the 2017 Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay for Moonlight. The Best Picture winner also featured talent from middle and senior high school Magnet programs.

National Leader in Magnet SustainabilityM-DCPS was honored with the Donna Grady-Creer Award by MSA for exemplifying a commitment to equity, excellence and diversity, supporting and promoting Magnet programs across the District.

Stellar Cambridge RecognitionM-DCPS received the 2018 Cambridge “District of the Year” Award by Cambridge International for demonstrating exceptional commitment to expanding access and delivering a high quality Cambridge education. With an impressive 71% pass rate, M-DCPS is also recognized for improving student performance on Cambridge International exams.

Prestigious Broad Prize Awarded to Miami-Dade County Public SchoolsFive-time finalist, Miami-Dade County Public Schools was awarded $550,000 in college scholarships for its high school seniors. The Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation recognized Miami-Dade County Public Schools for making the most progress in raising student achievement amongst large school districts.

Nationally-Recognized NAF AcademiesM-DCPS NAF Academies have received more Distinguished and Model designations from the National Academy Foundation (NAF) than any other school district in the nation.

Magnet Programs Shine NationwideFor the eight straight year, M-DCPS earned more Magnet Schools of America (MSA) Merit Awards than any other school district in the nation! Including, 58 awards in 2019, bringing the total MSA Awards to 304 in 8 years!

International Baccalaureate DiplomasThe percentage of IB examinations receiving passing scores is consistently at or above the 80th percentile and the total percentage of students receiving the prestigious IB diploma is consistently above the 70th percentile.

Certified National Magnet Schools M-DCPS is the only school district in the nation with 28 Certified National Magnet Schools. Additionally, 14 of these schools are recognized at the top level and awarded the highest certification category – Certified National Demonstration Magnet School.


NOTES:

Visit MIAMIMAGNETS.ORG and research Magnet programs

Visit schools

Check for eligibility requirements

Go to MIAMIMAGNETS.ORG and create a Magnet application account

Complete and verify information on the Magnet application

Gather ALL required documents and upload to your Magnet application account

Check your application for completion including: verification of student and parent information (and sibling(s) if applicable), uploaded accurate transcripts, uploaded virtual school documentation (if applicable), uploaded documentation specific to each selected program requirements (if applicable)

Submit the completed Magnet application by January 15th deadline

Schedule an audition or testing appointment, online or by contacting schools by January 15th deadline (for Visual and Performing Arts, and International Language Programs only)

Attend scheduled appointments (if applicable)

Check school website for tours, open houses, visual & performing arts workshops, and possible student orientation meetings (optional)

Check Magnet application account (or email) on the specified notification date on or about March 15th

Login to Magnet application account to accept a seat to preferred program by the acceptance deadline

Go to the selected school by the acceptance deadline to sign the Declaration of Acceptance and complete the registration/enrollment process

Check with the school for any additional requirements and/or deadline dates


APPLICATION CHECKLIST

Anti-Discrimination/Harassment (Students) – School Board Policies 1362, 3362, 4362, and 5517 Prohibit harassment and/or discrimination against students, employees, or applicants on the basis of sex, race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, political beliefs, sexual orientation, gender, gender identification, social and family background, linguistic preference, pregnancy, citizenship status, and any other legally prohibited basis. Retaliation for engaging in a protected activity is also prohibited. For additional information contact: Office of Civil Rights Compliance (CRC), Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator, 155 N.E. 15th Street, Suite P104E, Miami, Florida 33132, Phone: (305) 995-1580 TDD: (305) 995-2400, Email: [email protected] Website: http://crc.dadeschools.netBoy Scouts of America Equal Access Act of 2002 – no public school shall deny equal access to, or a fair opportunity for groups to meet on school premises or in school facilities before or after school hours, or discriminate against any group officially affiliated with Boy Scouts of America or any other youth or community group listed in Title 36 (as a patriotic society).

HOW TO CONTACT US:Miami-Dade County Public SchoolsSchool Choice & Parental Options

1450 NE 2 Avenue, Suite 352 – Miami, FL 33132Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. EST

(Closed on Legal Holidays)

(305) 995-1922MiamiMagnets.org

Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

Dr. Steve Gallon III, Vice-Chair

Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall

Susie V. Castillo

Dr. Lawrence S. Feldman

Dr. Martin Karp

Dr. Lubby Navarro

Dr. Marta Pérez

Mari Tere Rojas

Alberto M. Carvalho Superintendent of Schools

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

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