magnet programs Baltimore County Public Schools DECEMBER 1, 2004 Application Deadline:

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1 Baltimore County Public Schools magnet programs Application Deadline: DECEMBER 1, 2004 All applications must be postmarked by the above date.

2 World Languages Baltimore County Public Schools offers a partial French Immersion program at Wellwood International Students spend approximately minutes of their school day, beginning in Kindergarten, receiving their instruction in French.Whether or not students choose to apply to the French program at Sudbrook Magnet Middle School, their goal will be to become functionally fluent in the language by the time they complete the fifth grade. All Baltimore County Public Schools Essential Curriculum requirements are met in this program. This is a rigorous academic program in which the children learn math and language arts in the French language. Math, Science, Communication, and/or Fine Arts Exploration of student interests, in conjunction with active participation in community-based programs, allows students to participate in authentic learning situations beyond the Baltimore County Public Schools Essential Curriculum. Students participate in additional activities that enhance and enrich their regular classroom experiences in science, ELEMENTARY MAGNET PROGRAMS math, and the fine arts. Handson and cooperative learning are emphasized throughout. Students produce morning announcements via closed-circuit television and participate in a number of creative and technical writing projects. Programs, with slight variations, are offered at Lutherville Laboratory and Halstead Academy. Multi-Age Grouping Students in multi-age programs work in flexible instructional groups, rather than in grade specific groups, for a portion of each day.this type of grouping allows children to learn at their own pace along with other children having similar interests and academic levels. Classes are structured heterogeneously to include diverse abilities and ages, and use an integrated curriculum and authentic learning experiences. Older and younger students work together, enhancing both the academic abilities as well as the socialization skills of both. Younger students benefit from working with experienced older students. Older students are able to take on roles involving leadership and increased responsibility. Small subgroups of students in need of the same types of instruction are also used at certain times of the day. Students complete all necessary requirements of the Baltimore County Public Schools Essential Curriculum.Programs are offered at The Chatsworth School and Eastwood Elementary Magnet Technology Magnet programs that integrate technology do so in a variety of ways. Students are provided with a rich program of studies facilitated by the use of multimedia technology. Students also use technology to enhance their learning in core subject areas. Technology is used to enrich the Baltimore County Public Schools Essential Curriculum and facilitates individualized, selfpaced learning for all students. Thematic units interconnect mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies through the use of the Internet, CD- ROM, video and television production, sound and graphics software, computer labs, and telecommunications.technology is also integrated into music and art. Programs are offered at Church Lane Elementary Technology School and Cromwell Valley Elementary Regional Magnet School of Technology. Wellwood International School Baltimore Applications accepted for grades: K-1 Geographic attendance area: Bedford, Fort Garrison, Milbrook, Summit Park, and Winand Elementary Schools Lutherville Laboratory for Science, Mathematics, and Communication Lutherville Applications accepted for grades: K-5 Geographic attendance area: Hampton, Pinewood, Riderwood, Rodgers Forge, and Timonium Elementary Schools The Halstead Academy of Art and Science Baltimore Applications accepted for grades: K-5 Geographic attendance area: Carney, Harford Hills, Oakleigh, Pine Grove, Pleasant Plains, Seven Oaks, Stoneleigh, Rodgers Forge, and Villa Cresta Elementary Schools The Chatsworth School Reisterstown Applications accepted for grades: K-3 Geographic attendance area: Cedarmere, Franklin, Glyndon, Owings Mills, Reisterstown, and Timber Grove Elementary Schools Eastwood Elementary Magnet School Baltimore Applications accepted for grades: PreK (ages 3 and 4) & K-5 Geographic attendance area: Berkshire, Colgate, Dundalk, Grange, Logan, Norwood, and Sandy Plains Elementary Schools Church Lane Elementary Technology School Randallstown Applications accepted for grades: K-3 Geographic attendance area: Cedarmere, Fort Garrison, Franklin, Glyndon, Milbrook, Reisterstown,Timber Grove, Owings Mills, and Wellwood Elementary Schools Cromwell Valley Elementary Regional Magnet School of Technology Towson Applications accepted for grades: K-5 Geographic attendance area: Hampton, Oakleigh, Pleasant Plains, Rodgers Forge, Halstead Academy, Stoneleigh, and Villa Cresta Elementary Schools

3 World Languages Students have the opportunity to earn up to three high school credits for their chosen language. As students increase in fluency throughout their three years, they will have opportunities to learn about the cultural aspects of the language that they are studying, including food, music, art, and economics. Deer Park offers Spanish while Sudbrook offers Japanese, Spanish, and both beginning and advanced French (Wellwood French program completers). Mass Communication Using the communication model as a framework, students receive instruction in the use of communication technology, including television and radio broadcasting, video production, desktop publishing, and web design. Teamwork is developed as students work together to produce a variety of programs, including daily news broadcasts, over a closed circuit television system. Programs in Mass Communication,Television & Radio, and Multimedia exist at the high school level. In addition, students will be prepared to participate in high school journalism, yearbook, debate, and mock trial programs. Available at Deer Park Middle Magnet and Parkville Middle Schools. MIDDLE MAGNET PROGRAMS Earth/Space or Environmental Science A rigorous curriculum is applied at the middle school level for students, incorporating a wide variety of topics in mathematics and science, as well as thorough knowledge of computer technology. Students will have the opportunity to take the high school exam in either Environmental and/or Earth Science for high school credit. These programs provide a foundation for students who wish to continue in a high school magnet program in any of the science or computer related magnet programs in the county. Available at all five middle magnet schools. Applied Engineering The applied engineering program provides students with a range of opportunities to explore the many aspects of engineering, both in theory and in practical applications. Students study electricity, automotive technology, hydraulics, aeronautics, buoyancy, magnetism, construction, forces, and many other topics.this program provides a foundation for students who wish to continue in a high school magnet program in engineering, science, or math. Available at Parkville Middle Performing Arts Performing arts programs prepare students for both individual and ensemble performance and all require students to perform for large audiences. Deer Park, Loch Raven Academy, and Sudbrook all offer strands in Dance,Theatre Arts, Instrumental Music, and Vocal Music, while Southwest Academy offers Dance, Instrumental Music, and Vocal Music. Students also prepare for further study at the high school level and may have opportunities to perform for the public in local, regional, and even national performances. Many students choose to apply to magnet high school programs at Patapsco High School & Center for the Arts and Carver Center for Arts & Technology. Visual & Graphic Arts The visual arts programs emphasize creative and critical thinking abilities of students through problem solving as they explore the many facets of the world of art. In addition to the development of skills in the areas of drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, and ceramics, students use computer graphics and, in some schools, photography, to expand their design capability. Students are encouraged and assisted in the development of portfolios that they may use to Deer Park Middle Magnet School Randallstown Applications accepted for students who would attend Deer Park Middle Magnet or Franklin Middle The Southwest Academy Baltimore Applications accepted for students zoned for Southwest Academy or Lansdowne Middle Sudbrook Magnet Middle School Baltimore Applications accepted for entering sixth grade students who would attend Woodlawn, Old Court, Catonsville, Arbutus, Pikesville, Deer Park, and Franklin Middle Schools. Also, students who would attend Southwest Academy or Lansdowne Middle School may apply to Sudbrook for the Spanish, Japanese, or Beginning French programs only. Loch Raven Academy Baltimore Applications accepted for entering sixth grade students who would attend Pine Grove, Perry Hall, Dumbarton, Ridgely, Cockeysville, and Hereford Middle Schools. Parkville Middle School and Center of Technology Baltimore Applications accepted for entering sixth grade students who would attend Parkville, Golden Ring, Stemmers Run, Deep Creek, Dundalk, General Stricker, Holabird, Middle River, and Sparrows Point Middle Schools. audition for high school magnet art programs at Patapsco High School & Center for the Arts and Carver Center for Arts & Technology. Available at all five middle magnet schools. Health, Law, & Finance The health, law, & finance program includes economics, the legal system, outdoor education, food services, communications, and engineering. Specifically designed to allow students to explore a wide array of topics, the Health, Law, and Finance Program prepares students with the foundations they will need for success in high school magnet programs offered in Finance, Law Related Careers, Law and Public Policy, and many of the Career & Technical Magnet Programs. Offered at Loch Raven Academy.

4 HIGH SCHOOL MAGNET PROGRAMS Academy of Finance (AOF) AOF is a college preparatory program with required coursework in computers, business, economics, finance, accounting, banking, and international finance. College credit is available to students while in high school. Students also participate in job shadowing experiences and paid internships. Available at Overlea and Lansdowne High Schools. International Baccalaureate The International Baccalaureate (IB) Program provides highly motivated students with an opportunity to pursue a rigorous university preparatory curriculum. Students completing the requirements for both the diploma or certificate programs may receive college credit for IB coursework. Available at Milford Mill Academy and Kenwood High Career & Technology Magnet Programs Five centers of technology serve students in the five geographic areas of Baltimore County: Sollers Point Technical High School, Eastern Technical High School, Carver Center, Milford Mill Academy, and Western School of Technology: Automotive Service Technology (Milford Mill, Western, Eastern, Sollers Point) Automotive Collision Repair (Sollers Point) Allied Health (Eastern)/Allied Health CNA (Milford Mill, Sollers Point)/Health Science Technology (Western) Business (Carver)/Information Systems Management (Milford Mill,Western, Sollers Point)/ Business Administration Technology (Eastern) Carpentry (Carver, Sollers Point) Computer Aided Drafting & Design [CADD] (Milford Mill, Eastern) Computer Systems/Networking Technician (Milford Mill) Construction Management (Eastern) Cosmetology (Milford Mill, Western, Carver, Sollers Point) Culinary Arts (Western, Carver, Eastern, Sollers Point) Electrical Technology (Sollers Point) Engineering Careers (Eastern) Environmental Technology (Western) Graphic/Print Communications Technology (Sollers Point,Western) High Performance Manufacturing/Engineering (Sollers Point) Industrial Technology (Sollers Point) Information Technology (Milford Mill,Western, Eastern) Law Related Careers (Eastern) Network Administration and Design (Sollers Point,Western) Mechanical Construction/ Plumbing Careers (Western) Multimedia Communications (Eastern, Carver) Rehabilitative & Therapeutic Services (Milford Mill) Law & Public Policy This interdisciplinary magnet program uses topics and skills in law and public policy to develop strong communication, writing, and presentation skills for the highly able college-bound student. Coursework emphasizes technology and student research. Students participate in field experiences, job shadowing opportunities in forensic science, law, and government professions, and an optional internship for seniors. Available at Towson High Literary Arts In this program, originality and style in writing are products of serious reading, writing, thinking, observation, practice, and discipline. In an atmosphere that celebrates the diversity of human perspectives, that promotes lively exchange of ideas, and that nurtures the development of each writer s voice, students pursue an enriched and sequential set of literary experiences through a four-year period. Available at Carver Center. Carver Center for Arts & Technology Baltimore Students from all Baltimore County middle schools may apply with the following stipulations: Students applying for Dance,Theatre, or Visual Arts (Telemedia & Multimedia) who reside in the Central, Northwest, and Southwest areas will be given priority in placement over those students who reside in regions designated for Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts, which offers similar programs.also, students applying for Business, Carpentry, Cosmetology, or Culinary Arts who reside in the Central area will be given priority in placement over students who reside in regions that offer similar programs Eastern Technical High School Baltimore Incoming ninth graders may apply from the following middle schools: Deep Creek, Golden Ring, Middle River, Parkville, Perry Hall, Pine Grove, and Stemmers Run if their home high school is one of the following: Perry Hall, Parkville, Overlea, Kenwood, or Chesapeake. Kenwood High School International Baccalaureate & Sports Science Academy Baltimore Students from all Baltimore County middle schools may apply to the Sports Science Academy. Students from the Southeast and Northeast areas, as well as those who would attend Hereford or Loch Raven High Schools, may apply to the IB program. Lansdowne High School Academy of Finance Baltimore Incoming ninth graders who are zoned for the Southwest or Northwest areas, as well as those who would attend Dulaney or Towson High Schools, may apply.tenth graders are accepted on a space-available basis. Milford Mill International Baccalaureate & Technical Academy Baltimore Incoming ninth graders who are zoned for the Southwest or Northwest areas, as well as those who would attend Dulaney or Towson High Schools, may apply for the IB Program. Students zoned for Northwest area high schools may apply for Career & Technology program. Students zoned for high schools outside of the Northwest area may apply only to a Career & Technology program not offered in their area. Overlea High School Academy of Finance Baltimore Incoming ninth graders from the Southeast and Northeast areas, as well as those who would attend Hereford or Loch Raven High Schools, may apply.tenth graders are accepted on a space-available basis. Parkville High School Center for Mathematics, Science, & Computer Science Baltimore Incoming ninth graders from the Southeast and Northeast areas, as well as those who would attend Hereford or Loch Raven High Schools, may apply.

5 Patapsco High School & Center for the Arts Baltimore Applications are accepted for students entering ninth grade in the Northeast and Southeast areas of Baltimore County. Applications are accepted for tenth and eleventh graders on a space-available basis. Randallstown High School Biomedical and Mass Communication Randallstown Incoming ninth graders who attend Deer Park, Sudbrook, Pikesville, Franklin, Old Court, and Southwest Academy may apply. Sollers Point Technical High School Baltimore Incoming ninth graders who would normally attend Chesapeake, Dundalk, Kenwood, Patapsco, or Sparrows Point High Schools may apply.tenth and eleventh graders may apply on a space-available basis. Sparrows Point Educational Center in Environmental Studies (SPECIES) Baltimore Incoming ninth graders from the Southeast and Northeast areas, as well as those who would attend Hereford or Loch Raven High Schools, may apply. Towson High School Law & Public Policy Program Towson Incoming ninth graders from all Baltimore County middle schools may apply.tenth graders are accepted on a space-available basis. Western School of Technology and Environmental Studies Baltimore Incoming ninth graders who are zoned for the Southwest or Northwest areas, as well as those who would attend Dulaney or Towson High Schools, may apply for Environmental Science. Applications for the Career & Technology programs are primarily reserved for students from Arbutus, Catonsville, Lansdowne, Southwest Academy, and Woodlawn Middle Schools who would attend Catonsville, Lansdowne, and Woodlawn High Schools. Students who apply for Career & Technology programs not offered in their area magnet schools are given the same consideration as the Southwest area applicants. Woodlawn High School Center for Pre-Engineering and Student Conducted Research Baltimore Incoming ninth graders who are zoned for the Southwest or Northwest areas, as well as those who would attend Dulaney or Towson High Schools, may apply. Math, Science & Computer Science The highly motivated students in this program are provided with opportunities for advanced learning and interdisciplinary study at accelerated levels in mathematics, science, and computer science. During their last two years of high school, the students select from a variety of advanced courses in each of the three disciplines and pursue their particular area of interest. Available at Parkville High Pre-Engineering & Student-Conducted Research Students who are interested in the various fields of research or applied mathematics, science, and engineering find a challenging four years of required and elective subjects in this course of study geared to match their interests and to prepare them for a college or university program. Available at Woodlawn High Environmental Science The environmental science programs are intended for scienceoriented and environmentally motivated students who plan to attend a four-year college or university. Students experience field studies, discuss and take action on environmental issues, learn about the environment from the perspectives of history, law, and public policy, and understand the balance between the environment, politics, economics, and culture. Available at Western School of Technology and Environmental Science and Sparrows Point Educational Center in Environmental Studies (SPECIES). Biomedical Technology The biomedical technology program is designed to introduce students to the concepts and techniques utilized in biotechnology while providing them with a strong background in biological sciences. Students are prepared for two-year and fouryear programs in pre-medicine, allied health, and biotechnology. Opportunities exist for students to participate in Advanced Placement classes and students may also earn college credit while enrolled. Available at Randallstown High Sports Science Academy The Sports Science Academy invites students to a world of leadership and career search opportunities.the program is open to students who wish to pursue an interdisciplinary core curriculum and investigate careers in sports, health, and fitness fields, including sports medicine. Magnet concentrations include: Sports Education, Sports Business, and Sports Communications. Available at Kenwood High Performing Arts Students have a variety of performance primes from which to choose. Opportunities exist for students to participate in dance, acting/theatre, technical theatre, vocal music, and instrumental music. Previous, though not expert level, experience is expected for applicants. Available at Patapsco High School & Center for the Arts and Carver Center for Arts & Technology. Visual Arts Students develop their talents in both a traditional fine arts program, as well as explore their interests in graphic arts, multimedia, and telemedia. Coursework includes drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, computer graphics, and video/telemedia. Students also study art history and learn techniques of art critique. Students develop a professional portfolio, which can be used to gain admission to post-secondary study or employment as a working artist. Available at Patapsco High School & Center for the Arts and Carver Center for Arts & Technology. Mass Communication Using the communication model as a framework, students receive instruction in public speaking and in the use of communication technology, including television and radio broadcasting, video production, and desktop publishing. Teamwork is developed as students work together to produce a variety of television programs, including daily news broadcasts. Available at Randallstown High

6 The Application Process Elementary All students otherwise eligible to attend the elementary grades of the Baltimore County Public Schools can apply to any or all of the elementary magnet schools. All elementary applications must be postmarked by the deadline to the Office of Magnet Programs. Applications may be obtained at any Baltimore County public school, by calling the magnet office, or by downloading from the magnet website ( A lottery will be held in January to determine the applicants to whom seats will be offered. Kindergarten sibling applicants of current students in grades K-4 will receive placement prior to the lottery. Schools will maintain wait lists for the remaining students and all students will receive letters advising them of their status in February. Middle & High Admission criteria have been established for entrance into magnet programs as a means of promoting student success. Students meeting the criteria are placed into a pool of qualified applicants. When the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number of available seats, a centralized random lottery selection process is used.wait lists are maintained by each program when necessary. Applications for each secondary magnet program are available at each school and will be available for download from the magnet website between October and December. Deadlines are stated on the application forms. It is the responsibility of the parent to ensure that all necessary materials are provided with the application by the deadline. Parents and students are strongly urged to attend the open houses for each program of interest. Parent/guardian and student should be committed to completing the year in the magnet program. All secondary applications must be sent to the Office of Magnet Programs, postmarked by the application deadline. See BCPS Board Policy and Superintendent s Rule 6130, Instruction: Magnet Schools and Programs, for more information. Transportation The school system shall provide transportation to students who reside in the geographic attendance area of a magnet school or program in accordance with the standards established by the Department of Transportation, as set forth in Board of Education Policy 3410.Transportation to secondary school magnet schools and programs will be provided from community pick-up points located in each of the five geographic areas. Magnet School Entrance Criteria - See individual schools for details. School Elementary Schools Middle Magnet Schools Carver Center for Arts and Technology (all programs) Eastern Technical High School Kenwood High School IB and Sports Science Academy Lansdowne High School Academy of Finance Milford Mill IB & Technical Academy Overlea High School Academy of Finance Parkville High School Center for Mathematics, Science and Computer Science Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts Randallstown High School Biomedical & Mass Communication Sollers Point Technical Sollers Point Technical Technical High School High School School Sparrows Point Educational Center in Environmental Studies (SPECIES) Towson High School Law and Public Policy Program Western School of Technology and Environmental Science Woodlawn High School Center for Pre-Engineering and Student Research Report Card* No Criteria for Elementary Schools Writing Sample Audition/ Performance Assessment/ Test Interview Mathematics Enrollment Unlawful Absence/ Tardiness Office of Magnet Programs Baltimore County Public Schools 6901 North Charles Street Towson, Maryland * Report cards may be evaluated for grades and/or performance factors.

7 Baltimore County Public Schools MAGNET PROGRAMS New MIDDLE MAGNET PROGRAMS New HIGH SCHOOL MAGNET PROGRAMS Middle school magnet programs enhance students academic skills through innovative hands-on learning focused on 21 st century career and technology themes. All students participate in the magnet themes in grades 6, 7, and 8. The middle school themes are designed to complement the high school academy programs. Career and Professional Studies Students apply concepts learned in the classroom to real world situations related to business, government, law enforcement, and nonprofit agencies. This program follows a MicroSociety model, offering six thematic strands: technology, economy, academy, citizenship and government, humanities and arts, and volunteerism and ethics. In the final year, students have the opportunity to explore career options in Finance; Arts and Communication; Health and Human Services; or Science, Engineering and Information Technology. Available at Lansdowne Middle Deep Creek Middle School Center for 21 st Century Digital-Age Learning Baltimore Applications accepted for students who would attend General Stricker, Holabird, or Stemmers Run Middle Lansdowne Middle School Center for Career and Professional Studies Baltimore Applications accepted for students who would attend Woodlawn, Arbutus, or Catonsville Middle Magnet School Admission 21 st Century Digital-Age Learning This program offers students an opportunity to use technology as they develop skills in scientific, technological, visual, multicultural, and information literacy. Students participate in hands-on, problem-based learning activities while exploring a variety of multicultural, economic, and scientific topics. Available at Deep Creek Middle Applicants are selected for admission through a random lottery process. Students zoned to attend Deep Creek or Lansdowne Middle School, or Chesapeake or Lansdowne High School do not need to apply to their zoned school in order to participate in that school s magnet program. Students participating in these academy programs are given the opportunity to develop as well as demonstrate their academic and vocational skills through project-based learning activities. In addition, students will have the opportunity to participate in job shadowings and internships, earn college credit for some high school classes, and take courses at local colleges. For all Academy programs, except the Academy of Finance, students participate in a 9 th grade exploratory program and then select their academy for 10 th grade. Academy of Arts & Communication Visual Arts and Graphic Design, Multimedia Communication, Mass Communication, and Performing Arts. Available at Chesapeake and Lansdowne High Academy of Business Entrepreneurship and Marketing, Hospitality and Restaurant Management, Accounting and Computer Information Technology. Available at Chesapeake High Academy of Leadership Teacher Education, Marine JROTC, and Criminal Justice. Available at Chesapeake High Academy of Science & Engineering Computer Engineering, Horticulture, and Aquatic Sciences. Available at Chesapeake High Chesapeake Academy for Leadership in Business Arts and Science Baltimore Applications accepted for students entering 9 th grade who would normally attend Kenwood or Patapsco High School Lansdowne High School Academy for Advanced Professional Studies Baltimore Applications accepted for students entering 9 th grade who are zoned for the Southwest or Northwest areas, as well as hose who would attend Dulaney or Towson High Schools Priority placement will be offered to students would normally attend Woodlawn High Academy of Health and Human Services Education and Training, Legal and Protective Services, and Therapeutic and Diagnostic Services. Available at Lansdowne High Academy of Science, Engineering, and Information Techology Engineering, Biological and Environmental Sciences, and Information Technology. Available at Lansdowne High Academy of Finance (AOF) AOF is a college preparatory program that starts in the 9 th grade. AOF requires coursework in computers, business, economics, finance, accounting, banking, and international finance. Available at Lansdowne High