Baltimore County Public Schools

Middle School Magnet Programs

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Carefully read all information in this brochure Application Information prior to completing the application. An application for middle school magnet programs will be available online from the Magnet Programs’ Web site (www.bcps.org/offices/omp), beginning on October 5, 2016. Applications must be Frequently Asked Questions submitted online or postmarked by November 18, 2016.

What are magnet programs? What happens if my mailed application is The magnet admissions process is Magnet programs are theme-oriented received after the application deadline or is conducted in accordance with programs that must be accessed through the not received? Superintendent’s Rule 6400: Magnet magnet application process. They provide in- Applications will not be processed without Programs. Parents are strongly urged to depth experiences and distinct choices for proof of timely submission (i.e., certified mail students with different interests, talents, and receipt). This includes applications postmarked review Superintendent’s Rule 6400 and all aptitudes. All magnet programs fulfill Baltimore or received without a legible postal date stamp application materials carefully. Prior to County Public Schools’ requirements for after the deadline, November 18, 2016. submitting an application, parents and promotion and graduation. students are encouraged to attend the May I change my program selection(s)? Magnet EXPO and the magnet showcase Who may apply to middle school magnet ANY changes in program selection(s) MUST be programs? made online or by submitting a REVISED paper event for each program of interest. application by the application deadline, Students who are eligible to attend a Baltimore Please submit only ONE application per County public middle school may apply. November 18, 2016. applicant. You may select up to three (3) Applications are only accepted for incoming Grade 6 students. Do students currently enrolled in elementary magnet programs on the application. magnet programs get preferential Students who are homeless are entitled to placement? apply to a magnet program just as any other All applications must be submitted by No. All students who are eligible to apply to student. Please refer to PS 512 November 18, 2016. middle school magnet programs receive equal (www.bcps.org/offices/sss/psManual/PS512.pdf) for consideration in the application process. additional information.

Do siblings of students in magnet middle May I select more than one magnet program All applications must be submitted online schools get preferential placement? on the application? via the magnet online application system No. Siblings, including multiples, are not a Yes. Please submit only ONE application per or mailed to: factor in middle school magnet program applicant. You may select up to three (3) placements. Middle School Magnet Application magnet programs on the application. Mark your Baltimore County Public Schools selection(s) carefully. Please be aware that How are students selected for 105 W. Chesapeake Avenue applications are only accepted for incoming placement? Jefferson Building Grade 6 students. Available seats are first filled with priority Towson, MD 21204

May I fax or e-mail my application? placements. A random lottery is conducted to fill postmarked on or before the established No. Applications are to be submitted online via all remaining available seats and to generate a wait list. (See Superintendent’s Rule 6400 for application deadline: November 18, 2016. the magnet online application system or mailed additional information.) to the Office of Magnet Programs via U.S. mail Faxed or e-mailed applications are NOT processed. If mailing, certified mail is strongly recommended. or an approved carrier, postmarked by How and when will I be notified of my November 18, 2016. admission status?

Magnet decision letters will be mailed by PLEASE NOTE: How will I know that my application March 9, 2017 (date subject to change). ANY changes in program selection(s) MUST be made was received? online or by submitting a REVISED paper application by Online applicants will receive an e-mailed the application deadline, November 18, 2016. confirmation of receipt. For verification of mailed applications, parents are strongly encouraged to send the application via certified mail — return receipt requested. For more information, see Superintendent’s

Rule 6400: Magnet Programs.

New Programs Possible:

Baltimore County Public Schools applied for a Magnet Schools Assistance Program (MSAP) grant to develop new magnet middle school programs in International Studies at Windsor Mill Middle and Middle River Middle Schools and a new Health Scan here to Sciences magnet program at Golden Ring Middle School. If the grant is awarded, apply online applications for entrance into Grade 6 will be accepted for the 2017-2018 school or to download year. an application.

Additional information is available on the Office of Magnet Programs’ Web site (www.bcps.org/offices/omp). Students have access to Special Education, Section 504, and ESOL support services Please visit our Web site (www.bcps.org/offices/omp) or call the Office in all magnet programs.

2 of Magnet Programs (443-809-4127) for additional information.

Middle School Magnet Programs Additional program information is available at www.bcps.org/offices/omp.

Read the descriptions below to identify the magnet program(s) that best match your child’s skills and interests. Please note that applications are only accepted for incoming Grade 6 students. 21st Century Digital-Age Learning Exploratory Law & Finance Deep Creek Parkville Loch Raven Students participate in daily engineering classes Students explore applied engineering, sustainable Students explore a wide variety of topics and which infuse 21st century digital learning in hands- engineering and architectural systems (SEAS), problem-based learning activities in economic on, real-world, problem-based activities. Students mass communications, and visual/graphic arts in literacy and the legal system in the 21st century. are engaged in STEM (science, technology, practical applications. Students participate in all Students in this program have the opportunity to engineering, mathematics) learning through the areas during their first year, select two pathways to earn a ½ high school credit. The program prepares Project Lead The Way - Gateway® curriculum. In study during Grade 7, and focus on one pathway students for success in high school finance, law, Grade 6, students study green architecture and during Grade 8. The engineering-related pathways and related career and technical programs. use technology to design environmentally incorporate the Project Lead The Way - Gateway® sustainable living spaces. In Grade 7, students curriculum. Grade 8 students in visual/graphic Mass Communications focus on the study of robotics, electricity, and flight arts have the opportunity to earn a high school Deer Park Students are provided with instruction in the use and space. In Grade 8, students study engineering credit. design with powerful 3D computer-aided drafting of communication technology, including television software to design, modify, and/or create new Fine Arts and radio broadcasting, video production, desktop products. Deer Park publishing, and Web design.

Students may select a pathway in either the Career and Professional Studies performing or visual arts. In Dance, Instrumental Performing Arts Exploration Lansdowne Music*, Vocal Music, and Theatre Arts, students Loch Raven Students apply concepts learned in the classroom are prepared for individual and ensemble Students are provided with a variety of to real world situations related to different career performances for a variety of audiences. Students opportunities that include steel pan percussion paths and areas of study, establish short- and in Theatre Arts have the opportunity to earn a high and theatre (incorporating drama, movement, and long-term career goals, explore college options, school credit. In Visual Arts, students develop song). Students are prepared for individual and and develop financial literacy. Students have the skills in the areas of drawing, painting, sculpting, ensemble performances and are required to opportunity to visit local businesses and and printmaking. Students in Visual Arts have the perform for a variety of audiences. government agencies, participate in financial opportunity to earn a high school credit. Performing Arts literacy programs, and experience hands-on, (*Instrumental Music at Deer Park is limited to Sudbrook project-based learning activities. They also explore band only. It does not include the study of string Students may participate in Dance, Instrumental high school, college, and career choices through instruments or piano.) Music (Band or Strings)*, Vocal Music, or Theatre guest speakers and independent research. Arts. Students are prepared for individual and Health Sciences ensemble performances and are required to Conservation Sciences Northwest Academy of Health Sciences perform for a variety of audiences. Students in Loch Raven (Old Court) Theatre Arts have the opportunity to earn a high Students study the interrelationships between Students are introduced to the field of health care school credit. (*Instrumental Music organisms and their environments, focusing on through a rigorous academic program that (Band/Strings) at Sudbrook does not include the exploration of aquatic, environmental, and includes authentic experiences through study of guitar or piano.) earth/space sciences. Students in this program partnerships with health care providers and have the opportunity to earn up to three high intensive classroom instruction in biological Science & Engineering school science credits. This program provides a sciences, medical drawing, and World Language. Southwest Academy broad foundation for students who wish to Students receive a solid foundation in the study of Students explore a variety of aspects of continue in a high school science magnet program. the human body, its structure, functions, and engineering through Project Lead The Way - systems. This program prepares students for Earth/Space Science Gateway® in Grades 6 and 7. In Grade 8, success in high school health science programs. students focus on the study of aquatic science and Deer Park & Sudbrook Students have the opportunity to earn high school have the opportunity to earn a high school science Students participate in instructional activities credits in mathematics, science, and world credit. related to geology, erosive forces, seismic activity, language. Students admitted into Health Sciences volcanology, oceanography, astronomy, will complete a diagnostic assessment as part of Visual Arts meteorology, and geologic time. Students in this the enrollment process. Sudbrook & Loch Raven program have the opportunity to earn a high Students explore the many facets of the world of school science credit. International Studies art as they develop skills in drawing, painting, Stemmers Run Middle School Environmental and Earth/Space Science sculpting, printmaking, digital media, and Students participate in a rigorous academic ceramics. Students in this program have the Sudbrook pathway of studies, with a focus on global opportunity to earn a high school credit. (Program Students take Environmental Science in Grades 6 perspectives. In a 1-to-1 technology-based content may vary at each location.) and 7 and Earth/Space Science in Grade 8. (See environment, students will complete description above.) In Environmental Science, interdisciplinary units of study in language arts, World Languages students study the biotic and abiotic components social studies, science, mathematics, arts, Deer Park & Sudbrook of the environment. Students in this program have physical and health education, and design Students increase language skills and fluency the opportunity to earn up to two high school (technology). An integral part of this magnet while learning about the cultural aspects of the science credits. GT science magnet students can program is the acquisition of a second language. language of study. Deer Park offers Spanish. take Biology in Grade 8 and earn a third high Sudbrook offers French, Japanese, and Spanish. school credit. Students have the opportunity to earn up to three

high school credits.

REMEMBER: ANY changes in program selection(s) MUST be made online or by submitting a REVISED paper application by the application deadline, November 18, 2016. 3

Baltimore County Schools Hosting Magnet EXPO! Middle School Magnet Programs

Geographic location and transportation availability should be considered when applying to magnet programs. Elementary, Middle, and High School Magnet Programs (Career & Technology Education exhibits also on display)

Saturday, October 1, 2016 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Radisson Hotel North Baltimore 2004 Greenspring Drive Timonium, MD 21093 (410) 252-7373

Magnet Application Meetings

Learn about the magnet application process!

Tuesday, September 20, 2016 Milford Mill Academy 3800 Washington Avenue, 21244 Office of Magnet Programs

105 W. Chesapeake Avenue Thursday, September 22, 2016 Jefferson Building Kenwood High School Towson, Maryland 21204 501 Stemmers Run Road, 21221

443-809-4127 Program starts at 6:30 p.m. in Auditorium. www.bcps.org/offices/omp

Please Note: Information in this brochure is subject to change. Please refer to the Office of Magnet Programs’ Web site for the most current information (www.bcps.org/offices/omp).

2016 Middle School Magnet Showcase Events

School Showcase Date Program Time(s)

Deep Creek Middle School Wednesday, October 19, 2016 6 – 7:30 p.m.

Deer Park Middle Magnet School Wednesday, October 19, 2016 Program starts at 6 p.m. Lansdowne Middle School Tuesday, October 18, 2016 Program starts at 6 p.m.

Loch Raven Technical Academy Wednesday, November 2, 2016 Program starts at 6 p.m. Northwest Academy of Health Sciences (Old Court) Thursday, October 20, 2016 Program starts at 6 p.m.

Session I: 6 p.m. Session II: 7:15 p.m. Parkville Middle School and Center of Technology Wednesday, October 5, 2016 Same information presented at both sessions. Southwest Academy Magnet School Wednesday, October 5, 2016 Program starts at 6 p.m. for Science & Engineering

Stemmers Run Middle School Wednesday, October 26, 2016 Program starts at 6 p.m.

Sudbrook Magnet Middle School Wednesday, October 26, 2016 Program starts at 5 p.m.

Magnet Office staff will be available at magnet showcase events to answer questions about the magnet application process. If you are unable to attend a magnet showcase event, please contact the school for information about its magnet program(s).

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic in its educational programs, services, or employment as provided in federal and state law.

Magnet Transportation Zones

Admission into a magnet program does not guarantee that transportation will be provided by Baltimore County Public Schools.

Geographic location and transportation availability should be considered when applying to magnet programs. Read the information below to determine your child’s eligibility for transportation to a particular magnet program.

Deep Creek Middle School Parkville Middle School & 1000 S. Marylyn Ave, 21221 Center of Technology 410-887-0112 8711 Avondale Road, 21234 Transportation is provided for students 410-887-5250 who are zoned to attend Deep Creek, Transportation is provided for students General John Stricker, Holabird, or zoned to attend Deep Creek, Dundalk, Stemmers Run Middle School. General John Stricker, Golden Ring, Holabird, Middle River, Parkville, Sparrows Deer Park Middle Magnet School Point, or Stemmers Run Middle School. 9830 Winands Road, 21133 410-887-0726 Southwest Academy Magnet School Transportation is provided for students for Science and Engineering zoned to attend either Deer Park or 6200 Johnnycake Road, 21207 Franklin Middle School. 410-887-0825 Transportation is provided for students Lansdowne Middle School zoned to attend either Lansdowne Middle 2400 Lansdowne Road, 21227 School or Southwest Academy. 410-887-1411 Transportation is provided for students Stemmers Run Middle School zoned to attend Arbutus, Catonsville, 201 Stemmers Run Road, 21221 Lansdowne, or Woodlawn Middle School. 410-887-0177 Transportation is provided for students Loch Raven Technical Academy zoned to attend Deep Creek, Dundalk, 8101 LaSalle Road, 21286 General John Stricker, Golden Ring, 410-887-3518 Holabird, Middle River, Perry Hall, Transportation is provided for students Sparrows Point, or Stemmers Run Middle zoned to attend Cockeysville, Dumbarton, School. Hereford, Loch Raven, Perry Hall, Pine Grove, or Ridgely Middle School. Sudbrook Magnet Middle School 4300 Bedford Road, 21208 National Magnet Schools Month - February 2016 Northwest Academy of Health Sciences 410-887-6720 1st Place – Middle School Division (Old Court Middle School) Transportation is provided for students BCPS Magnet Poster Contest 4627 Old Court Road, 21208 Thalia A., Grade 6 zoned to attend Arbutus, Catonsville, Deer Sudbrook Magnet Middle School 410-887-0742 Park, Franklin, Lansdowne, Old Court, Transportation is provided for students Pikesville, Southwest Academy, Windsor zoned to attend Arbutus, Catonsville, Deer Mill, or Woodlawn Middle School. SCHOOL BOUNDARIES

Park, Franklin, Lansdowne, Northwest Identify your zoned middle school at: Academy (Old Court), Pikesville, Southwest www.bcps.org/apps/boundaries/ Academy, Windsor Mill, or Woodlawn Middle School.  Enter your address.  Identify your child’s zoned school. Please remember that regular and timely attendance is expected of all students Transportation enrolled in magnet programs.

Baltimore County Public Schools provides transportation to and from middle school magnet programs for students who reside within the established transportation zone of the magnet program. Transportation is provided from a limited number of pick-up points located at designated school sites. Parents are responsible for providing transportation for their students to and from their designated pick-up point.

NOTE: Pick-up points do not fall under the same guidelines as regular bus stops with regard to distance and walking conditions. In addition, supervision is not provided by the school system at the pick-up points.

Transportation is not provided by Baltimore County Public Schools outside of the established transportation

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Magnet Application Process Get additional program information and apply ONLINE at www.bcps.org/offices/omp.

Carefully read all information in this brochure prior to completing the application.

Review Application and Admissions Process  Read magnet brochure and application carefully. Application available from the Office of Magnet Step 1 Programs’ Web site (www.bcps.org/offices/omp) beginning 12 noon, Wednesday, October 5, 2016.  Attend Magnet EXPO, magnet application meeting, and magnet showcase events. (See back cover.)  Obtain and read Superintendent’s Rule 6400: Magnet Programs.

Select Programs of Interest  Consider student’s interests, talents, and abilities.  Read magnet program descriptions in this magnet brochure. Step 2  Visit Magnet Office Web site (www.bcps.org/offices/omp) for FAQs and other information about programs of interest.  Attend magnet showcase events to learn about programs of interest.  Be aware of entry grade-level restrictions (applicants to Grade 6 ONLY), geographic location, and transportation availability.

Carefully Complete Application  Read and follow ALL directions carefully. Complete each section of the application.  If applying by mail, print information neatly in blue or black ink. Write numbers clearly.  Select no more than THREE (3) programs on the application. Mark selections carefully. Step 3  Ensure paper application is signed and dated by parent.

 Review application to ensure it is completed correctly. NOTE: ANY changes in program selection(s) MUST be made online or by submitting a REVISED paper application by the application deadline, November 18, 2016.  Make copy of application for your records.

Apply Online or Submit Paper Application by Deadline Date, Friday, November 18, 2016. Step 4 Mail the application to:

Apply online at: Middle School Magnet Application Baltimore County Public Schools www.bcps.org/offices/omp 105 W. Chesapeake Avenue Jefferson Building from 12 noon, Wednesday, October 5, 2016, Towson, MD 21204 Scan here to apply until 1 p.m. on Friday, November 18, 2016. online or download postmarked by November 18, 2016 an application. (certified mailing recommended).

Be Prepared to Accept or Decline Magnet Seat Offers  There are no magnet assessments for middle school programs. Eligible students will either receive a seat offer or be placed on a wait list.  Magnet lotteries will be run in February 2017. Step 5  Magnet decision letters will be mailed by March 9, 2017 (date subject to change).  Parents must accept or decline a seat offer by the identified deadline or the offer will be revoked.  Once initial seat offers have been accepted or declined, available seats will be offered to students on the wait list for the program. Parents receiving wait-list offers will have three (3) calendar days to respond to the offer. Failure to respond will result in forfeiture of the seat, and the placement will be offered to the next student on the wait list.

NOTE: Applications postmarked or received without a legible postal date stamp after November 18, 2016, will be considered late and will not be processed.

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