 The Magnet Program North Springs Charter High School offers both a Math/Science Magnet Program and a Performing & Visual Arts Magnet Program. These programs allow interested students to pursue enrichment and accelerated opportunities in mathematics, science, visual arts, dance, theatre, and music. Both magnet programs are interest based. Math & science magnet students must have a cumulative average of an eighty (80) or above, and performing & visual arts students must have a cumulative average of seventy-five (75) or above to participate in the program. Students may apply to either or both magnet programs, and must complete an essay, an audition, or submit a portfolio as outlined on the magnet application. Most incoming freshmen will be placed in introductory courses, although depending on prior experience and ability, may be able to move into a more advanced magnet class. As a comprehensive high school, all students at North Springs Charter High School must complete core curriculum courses. Students who participate in the magnet program are required to take at least one elective unit per year in their major area of interest. Students participating in the magnet program have specific curriculum credits that must be earned to achieve the magnet certification. Math/ Science students are required to earn twelve (12) core and elective math & science credits and Performing & Visual Arts students are required to earn eight (8) arts credits over four years. |
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