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Letter from the Superintendent
Dear WCSD Students, Parents and Families,
At the Washoe County School District, we want every child to be inspired to reach his or her greatest
potential. We know that we must ignite that passion within each student so that they are actively
engaged in the learning process. As they walk away from class motivated and enthused, we want all
students to crave more knowledge and seek additional experiences. That is why we are expanding our
high school educational options with our new High School Signature Academies.
Introducing our High School Signature Academies is both an exciting and proud moment for Washoe
County School District. We are committed to ensuring that every child graduates ready for college and
highly-skilled careers. Our Signature Academies and other high school academic programs are an
innovative approach to preparing students for their futures.
These programs provide stimulating classes that are connected with careers and industries that are
essential to the workforce of tomorrow. With programs in the fields of medicine, technology,
communications, the arts and many more, our students will focus on specific programs, topics and
themes that will give them a jumpstart on the knowledge they will need for future careers.
Washoe County School District is committed to doing even more to advance student achievement at
every level by providing rigorous and energizing options for our children to explore their passions. Thank
you very much for your interest in our Signature Academies and other high school programming. By
working together, we are confident we can achieve excellence for every child and advance every
student’s life prospects.
High School Options in Washoe County School District
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Understanding Your Options
What are my choices for attending high school?
Zoned School:
Also known as a student’s home school or neighborhood school.
Students in a designated geographic area, known as a zone, are guaranteed space at this school unless
otherwise requested or referred.
Magnet Programs:
Allow students from schools other than the host school to attend.
Require application for admission. Placement is determined by lottery if the number of qualified
candidates exceeds the number of available spaces. Qualified students not selected in the lottery will
be placed on a waiting list.
There are two types of magnet programs:
o Whole School Magnet – encompass the entire school and do not have a feeder pattern.
Examples of WCSD whole school magnet programs are The Academy of Arts, Careers and
Technology (AACT) and Truckee Meadows Community College High School (TMCC HS).
o Partial School Magnet – encompass a portion of a zoned school and is a program within a
school, but may still enroll students who reside in various zones across WCSD. An example of a
WCSD partial school magnet is Wooster High School’s International Baccalaureate Program.
Signature Academies:
A type of partial school magnet with career-and industry-based programs that allows students to
pursue special interests, talents or career goals. By 2015, every comprehensive high school will have at
least one themed Signature Academy.
Like the magnet programs listed above, an application is required for admission, but the lottery will be
a weighted lottery with 75 percent of spaces reserved for zoned students and 25 percent reserved for
non-zoned students.
Charter Schools:
Public schools funded with taxpayer dollars, but with a governing body to direct operations, separate
from WCSD and the Board of Trustees.
There are currently four WCSD-sponsored and four Nevada Department of Education (NVDOE)sponsored charter schools that serve high school students. Please contact these schools directly for
eligibility and enrollment requirements as their details are not provided in this brochure.
o Academy for Career Education (WCSD-sponsored): www.acehighschool.org
o Coral Academy of Science (WCSD-sponsored): www.coralacademy.org
o I Can Do Anything Charter High School (WCSD-sponsored): www.icdachs.com
o Rainshadow Community Charter (WCSD-sponsored): www.rainshadowcchs.org
o Alpine Academy High School (NVDOE-sponsored): www.alpineacademy.net
o Insight School of Nevada (NVDOE-sponsored): www.insightnv.net
o Nevada Connections Academy (NVDOE-sponsored): www.connectionsacademy.com
o Silver State High School (NVDOE-sponsored): www.sshs.org
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Understanding Entrance Requirements
Type
Program
Entrance Requirements
Additional Notes
Home
Zoned School
Whole
School
Magnet
The Academy
of Arts,
Careers and
Technology
(AACT HS)
Original birth certificate, immunization
records, social security number if available,
and proof of residency (such as a power or
telephone bill)
Students must complete the application and
provide two recommendations from core
teachers, transcripts, test scores, and a
student statement.
Partial
School
Magnet
International
Baccalaureate
(IB) at Earl
Wooster HS
Students must currently be in the 8th grade
(to apply for the Honors Program), or the
10th grade (to apply for the IB Diploma
Program or IB Certificate Program). Students
must complete the application and provide
two teachers as references, transcripts, test
scores and a student statement.
Partial
School
Magnet
High School
Signature
Academies
Whole
School
Magnet
Truckee
Meadows
Community
College High
School
(TMCC HS)
Most Academies require students to be in
the 8th grade, but a few will consider 9th
graders. Please see each school’s page in
this brochure for details. Students must
complete the application, provide
transcripts, test scores and two
recommendations. Applicants to The
Performing Arts Center at Damonte Ranch
High School will be required to complete an
audition.
Students must be 16 years of age by
September 30 of the year of attendance,
and must complete the application, provide
teacher recommendations (number
dependent on current GPA), transcripts, test
scores, attendance records and a writing
sample.
Registration dates and times vary. Please
contact your school for details or visit
http://www.washoe.k12.nv.us and select
“schools” then “register for school”.
Application is available at
http://www.washoecountyschools.org/aact/fros
happ.pdf. Application deadline is February 1,
2012 for incoming 9th graders, and April 1, 2012
for 10th, 11th and, 12th graders. Please mail to
380 Edison Way, Reno, NV 89521, fax to 775861-4415, or email to [email protected].
http://www.washoecountyschools.org/wooster/
academics/images/ib/IB_application_20112012.pdf. Application deadline is March 1, 2012.
Please mail to Josh Rosenbloom, IB Coordinator,
Earl Wooster High School, 1331 East Plumb Lane,
Reno, NV 89502, or email to
[email protected].
http://www.washoe.k12.nv.us/staff/high-schoolsignature-academy/application. Application
deadline is February 10, 2012. Please mail to
Washoe County School District, Innovations
Department, 425 E Ninth St Room A-117A, Reno,
NV 89520, email to
[email protected], or
turn into your current counselor.
http://www.tmcchighschool.org/wpcontent/uploads/2011/10/HIGHAdmissionsApp.
pdf. Rolling admissions process. Please mail to
TMCC High School, 7000 Dandini Blvd, RDMT
327, Reno, NV 89512-3999. Students must
maintain a 2.0 GPA to stay enrolled.
Notes:
Residency in Washoe County is required for all applicants to Washoe County School District. Non-residents are only admitted if
space is available. For schools that require an application and a lottery, non-residents are admitted only after the lottery is
completed and county residents have been placed, if space is available. Previous enrollment in a Washoe County School District
middle school is not a requirement to apply or participate in the lottery. Students who previously were home schooled or
attended a charter, private or parochial school will need to provide transcripts and state exam scores.
Sibling preference means students with siblings currently attending a Signature Academy will be given priority enrollment
provided that they meet all application requirements. A sibling is defined as a natural brother or sister, an adopted brother or
sister, stepbrother or stepsister or a student who is none of the above but who at the time of application is in the custody of the
same foster parent or guardian by order of Washoe County or the State of Nevada. Siblings must reside in the same household.
A birth certificate or legal custody papers may be requested at the time of registration for proof of sibling status.
New residents to Washoe County who meet the application deadline will be considered along with Washoe County residents for
the lottery. Newcomers who arrive after the deadline may still complete an application but it will be evaluated on a first-come,
first-serve basis, post-lottery, if space is available.
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Understanding Magnet Policies and Procedures
Admissions:
Admissions requirements vary slightly depending on the magnet program (please see entrance requirements on
page 3). Admissions review and decisions are made by committees at each of the magnet programs.
If a parent, guardian or student wishes to appeal a decision, appeals should be made in the following order:
1. Magnet Program Admissions Committee
5. Chief School Accountability Officer
2. Host School Administrator / Principal
6. Deputy Superintendent
3. Director of Innovations
7. Superintendent
4. Host School Area Superintendent
If there are more eligible candidates than there are spaces available, and a lottery must be conducted, it will be
conducted by the Innovations Department of Washoe County School District.
Variance:
A variance refers to an exception that is granted to a student to attend a school other than their zoned school.
Students who are accepted into a partial school magnet will be granted a variance to attend.
A variance may be revoked for the following reasons:
o Failure to meet WCSD attendance standards
o Failure to display safe, respectful and responsible behavior
o Failure to maintain a 2.0 overall GPA
Athletics:
Student athletes attending a partial school magnet at a school other than their zoned school (on a variance) must
abide by the Athletic Eligibility (NIAA Regulations) governing variance students, and must maintain full enrollment in
the plan of study designated by the partial school magnet. Transcripts will be reviewed annually.
o Freshmen and sophomores on an initial variance to a school can participate at a sub-varsity level only.
o Juniors and seniors on an initial variance to a school are ineligible for 180 school days.
o Students that continue on the same variance after their first year may participate in varsity sports.
o If a variance is revoked or a student opts to leave the partial school magnet and return to his/her zoned
school, the student loses his/her athletic eligibility for the remainder of the school year. This also includes
180 school days for any other sport the student’s name appeared on a NIAA roster.
Student athletes attending AACT HS may continue to participate in athletics at their zoned school only.
Student athletes attending TMCC HS may participate in athletics with approval from their zoned school.
Cancellation:
Parents/guardians who wish to rescind their child’s magnet acceptance must provide in writing their desire to
remove their child from the magnet program. Cancellations should be made promptly, as a courtesy to students on
magnet program waiting lists. Please send cancellations to the magnet program address/email listed on page 3.
We request that cancellations be limited to the end of the school year (cancellation for the next school year) to
minimize disruption to the student’s learning.
Cancellations for students on a variance will result in the student returning to his or her zoned school immediately,
and NIAA rules will apply (please see Athletics).
Continuation:
All partial and whole school magnets review student eligibility each school year to determine if a student is in good
standing. Students found to be in good standing will be allowed to continue in their magnet programs and do not
need to re-apply. Students on a variance will need to resubmit their variance form.
Rescissions:
Students whose variances are revoked will be withdrawn from the magnet program at the time of the revocation.
At the end of each school year, a student’s magnet status can be withdrawn if a student does not meet eligibility
requirements for that magnet program.
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Magnet Program Summary
Open to Applications for the 2012-2013 School Year
Type
Program Name
Host
School
Whole
The Academy of Arts, Careers
AACT HS
School
and Technology
Partial
School
The Performing Arts Center
(PAC)
Partial
School
Health Sciences Academy
Partial
School
Global Studies Academy
Partial
School
Health Occupation Preparatory
Education (H.O.P.E.) Academy
Partial
School
Partial
School
Partial
School
Success Through Applied
Relevant Studies (S.T.A.R.S.)
Career & Technical (CTE)
Academy
Red House Project, Digital
Technologies Academy
Cougar Academy of Media Arts
& Communications
Partial
School
Whole
School
Partial
School
Microsoft IT Academy of
Excellence
Truckee Meadows Community
College HS
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Program
Partial
School
Wooster Sustainable Resources
Academy (WSRA)
Available Programs of Study
Business & Finance; Communication Arts &
Media; Culinary & Hospitality; Early
Childhood & Elementary Education;
Engineering & Renewable Energy; Medical
Careers; Natural Resources & Animal Science
Damonte Theater & Theater Engineering; Dance
Ranch HS (Instrumental and Choral Music will be
available in the 2013-2014 school year)
Procter Participants in this Academy will be prepared
Hug HS for careers in Medical and Dental Assisting,
Dental Hygiene, Sports Medicine and CNA.
Robert
Participants in this Academy are expected to
McQueen complete two world language programs of
HS
study and a guest lecture series.
Edward Participants in this Academy will be prepared
Reed HS for careers in pre-medical, nursing, sports
medicine and other health science fields
Edward Culinary Arts; Metalworking; Automotive
Reed HS Technologies
Reno HS
Slots
Open
150
160
36
36
60
125
Web Design; Video Production; 3D Animation 75
& Graphics; Digital Game Development
Graphics & Digital Photography; Television & 120
Film; Journalism; Business & Technology
Spanish
Springs
HS
Sparks HS Microsoft Office Specialist; Microsoft
Technology Associate (Web Developer)
TMCC HS Students are required to complete their high
school and college courses
Earl
Honors Program; IB Diploma Program; IB
Wooster Certificate Program
HS
Earl
Renewable Resources; Sustainable
Wooster Agriculture & Culinary Arts
HS
100
110
180
100
Notes:
Slots open refer to 9th grade availability, except for TMCC HS which refers to 11th and 12th grades combined. For
other grades, please contact the Magnet program directly.
Additional partial school magnets will be opening in the 2013-2014 School Year at North Valleys HS, Galena HS,
Incline HS, and Robert McQueen HS.
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Magnet Program Descriptions
The Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology (AACT HS)
Address: 380 Edison Way, Reno, NV 89502
Web: http://www.washoecountyschools.org/aact/
Magnet Program Type: Whole School Magnet serving Grades 9-12
Overview:
AACT HS is a career and technical education high
school composed of seven smaller academies.
The Academy is run like a business in a high-tech
facility. Students are engaged through a
technology-focused curriculum and hands-on
experiences.
Highlights:
Students have the opportunity to earn college
and high school credit simultaneously.
The Academy helps arrange internship and job
shadowing engagements.
Limited transportation is provided.
Phone: (775) 327-3920
Extracurricular Activities:
Students are strongly encouraged to participate in
extracurricular activities and organizations such as
SkillsUSA, Future Farmers of America (FFA), and
Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA).
Enrollment (2011-2012):
School Total: 359 (grades 9-11)
Magnet Program Total: 537 (includes part-time
enrollees)
New Magnet Enrollment for 2012-2013: 150
Enrollment Notes:
Students are strongly encouraged to maintain a 2.5
GPA with limited discipline or attendance issues.
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The Performing Arts Center (PAC) at Damonte Ranch High School
Address: 10500 Rio Wrangler Parkway, Reno, NV 89511
Web: http://www.washoecountyschools.org/damonte
Magnet Program Type: Signature Academy / Partial School Magnet
Overview:
While continuing with their main core curriculum
requirements, enrollees will focus their electives in
the performing arts arena. Students will have the
opportunity to further concentrate in one of the
following specific pathways: instrumental music,
vocal music, piano, theatre or theatre technology,
and dance. Regardless of the chosen pathway, all
students will obtain knowledge and skills necessary
for college readiness. Students will acquire
essential skills in the performing arts that will
benefit them as they pursue a college education
and/or a career in music, whether in education or
performance.
Highlights:
The component programs of the Performing Arts
Center are well-recognized and decorated.
Students enrolling in this Signature Academy will
have the opportunity to become a member of:
A three-time winner of the state’s Medium
Band Division Title
A drama program that has earned Superior
ratings in events at both the regional and state
level and performed before judges at the
international level
A Signature Academy taught by a Japan
Fulbright Memorial Fund fellow
Phone: (775) 851-5656
In addition to the Academy courses they will
participate in and local performances they will
produce, students also will have an opportunity to
perform in and attend statewide concerts, shows
and competitions. Students are encouraged to join
the dance team, tap club, and International
Thespian Troupe (drama club).
External Partnerships:
Damonte Ranch High School would like to thank its
partners, Dance City Dance Academy, Reno
Bighorns, Reno Dance Company, Nevada Casting,
and the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage
Employees, for helping make the Performing Arts
Center a reality.
School Total: 1375 (9-12)
Magnet Program Total: N/A (The Signature
Academy is a new magnet program for 2012-2013)
Enrollment Notes: Theatre, theatre technology and
dance will be offered in 2012-2013. Instrumental
and choral music will be offered in 2013-2014.
Auditions will be required. Please see application
for details. 9th grade students who are currently
taking Drama 1-2 or dance may apply to begin the
Academy in August 2012 as a 10th grader.
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The Health Sciences Academy at Procter Hug High School
Address: 2880 Sutro Street, Reno, NV 89512
Web: http://www.washoe.k12.nv.us/hug
Overview:
The Health Science Academy fosters a challenging
learning environment allowing students to explore
health careers, post-secondary education,
volunteer work experiences, and internships while
completing rigorous courses increasing college
preparedness. Medical, health service and other
related themes are integrated into the traditional
curriculum with a focus on hands-on experiences.
Highlights:
The required foundational courses articulate with
TMCC and fulfill partial degree requirements in:
Health Occupations
Medical Assisting
Dental Assisting
Dental Hygiene
Sports Medicine
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Phone: (775) 333-5300
An integral part of the Health Science Academy is
HOSA (Health Occupation Students of America).
HOSA is a national student organization whose
mission is to promote career opportunities in
health care and to enhance the delivery of quality
health care to all people.
The uniqueness of the Health Science Academy at
Hug High School is its partnership with the
University of Nevada’s School of Medicine
(UNSOM). This partnership is dedicated to the
diverse needs of both students and the
communities of Nevada. The relationship offers a
more personalized approach to assist students’
exploration of the various health occupation and
related educational opportunities.
School Total: 1377
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The Global Studies Academy at Robert McQueen High School
Address: 6055 Lancer Street, Reno, NV 89523
Phone: (775) 746-5880
Web: http://www.washoe.k12.nv.us/mcqueen/doku.php?id=academics:departments:world_languages__global_studies
Overview:
The Global Studies Academy is designed to
prepare students for life in the 21st century.
Students will be immersed in coursework dealing
with world politics/economics, ecological balance,
global interaction/diplomacy and international
understanding. Students will also study two world
languages to the Advanced Placement (college)
level. “Think Globally, Act Globally, Expand Your
Reach.”
Highlights:
In addition to the coursework, students will have
the opportunity to:
Host a student from another country and/or
participate in a brief “study abroad” program
Listen to a guest lecture series with a focus on
international policy, life and culture
Sharpen their world language translation skills
Increase their networking potential outside of
the Northern Nevada area
Broaden their view of the world
Participate in an internship in a related field
during their junior or senior year
Students may also be interested in participating in
clubs and organizations such as the Chinese Club,
French Club, German Club, or Spanish Club.
We are currently seeking external partnerships to
assist us in continuing to grow this Academy. If you
are interested in becoming a partner (or know
someone who is), please contact the Global Studies
Coordinator, Christopher Case, at 775-746-5880
Ext. 32109, or [email protected].
School Total: 1825
Magnet Program Total: 16 (Pilot Year)
Enrollment Notes:
Although it is preferable for Global Studies
students to have begun world language study in
middle school, this is not required. It is
recommended that middle school students who
wish to enroll in the program have a cumulative
grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Students
enrolled in this program are encouraged to take
Health and Computers during the summer between
8th and 9th grade. They are also encouraged to earn
PE waivers by participating on a sports team and to
complete their PE credits outside of school by
enrolling in the PE Options Program offered
through WCSD Supplemental Credit.
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The Health Occupation Preparatory Education (HOPE) Academy at Edward Reed High School
Address: 1350 Baring Boulevard, Sparks, NV 89434
Web: http://www.washoe.k12.nv.us/reed/content/hope.html
Overview:
The H.O.P.E. Academy integrates medical themes
into all core (math, science, social studies and
English) classes and offers medically-focused
electives. H.O.P.E. will prepare students to pursue
a career in health care occupations and start their
post-secondary education while still in high school.
Students will be placed in a H.O.P.E.
Enrichment/Access where they will have the
opportunity to do hands-on activities related to the
health sciences.
Highlights:
Students will have the opportunity to earn
CPR/First Aid Certification and participate in dual
enrollment courses for college credit. Students will
also talk with guest speakers and health care
providers who are experts in their field to learn
about various work experiences and the education
required. Various field trips to UNR and local health
care provider locations may be provided.
Academy students are asked to participate in the
H.O.P.E. Club. Students may also be interested in
Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA).
Phone: (775) 353-5700
someone who is), please contact the H.O.P.E.
Coordinator, Kathy Stynen, at 775-353-5700, or
[email protected].
School Total: 2048
Magnet Program Total: 22 (Pilot Year)
Enrollment Notes:
This program is geared toward the honors student
and the opportunities to gain college credit
through AP classes and exams. Students will be
required to fulfill a 20-hour-per-year community
service requirement. Once accepted into the
H.O.P.E. Academy, students must maintain a
minimum cumulative GPA to avoid probationary
status (Freshman – 2.5, Sophomores – 2.7, Juniors
and Seniors – 2.9).
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The Success Through Applied Relevant Studies (STARS) Career and Technical Education (CTE)
Academy at Edward Reed High School
Address: 1350 Baring Boulevard, Sparks, NV 89434
Web: http://www.washoe.k12.nv.us/reed
Overview:
The S.T.A.R.S. Academy offers advanced studies in
culinary arts, metalworking & design and
automotive technology. At the S.T.A.R.S. Academy,
students have the opportunity to make
interdisciplinary connections between core
curriculum and academy classes as they gain
hands-on knowledge in a specific career pathway.
Highlights:
As S.T.A.R.S. Academy students progress on their
career pathway, they will have the opportunity to:
Take advanced level courses
Earn college tech prep credit
Obtain industry recognized certifications such
as the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
Develop entrepreneurial skills
Students in the S.T.A.R.S. CTE Academy will have
the opportunity to participate in SkillsUSA, a
nationally recognized organization which provides
quality education experiences for students in
leadership, teamwork, citizenship and character
development. Recent SkillsUSA Nevada state
competition participants from Reed have won 1st
place in Automotive Service Technology, 1st place
in Power Equipment Technology, 2nd place in Sheet
Metal and 3rd place in Welding Fabrication.
Additionally, recent participants in the Ford/AAA
competition have won 1st place in the High Written
Qualifying Test and 3rd place in the combined
hands-on and written score.
Phone: (775) 353-5700
someone who is), please contact the S.T.A.R.S.
Coordinator, Rene Campbell, at 775-325-8407, or
[email protected].
School Total: 2048
Enrollment Notes:
All students must wear shoes that cover the toe
and heel area of the foot while in class (no flipflops).
Students in the culinary arts program of study
cannot wear sweatshirts and jackets in the food
laboratory – an apron or chef’s jacket will be
required. Hair must be clipped up or in a
hairnet while in the food laboratory to avoid
contaminating the food.
Students in the metalworking & design program
of study must wear leather jackets, and safety
glass or a welding shield/mask.
Students in the automotive technology
program of study must wear shop coats and
safety glasses.
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The Reno High School Red House Project, A Digital Technologies Academy
Address: 395 Booth Street, Reno, NV 89509
Web: http://www.rhshuskies.com
Overview:
Career opportunities in the field of digital
technologies are plentiful and continue to expand.
Whether students choose web design, 3D
animation, video production, or digital game
development, they will be provided with
curriculum that is current and relevant to
tomorrow’s job market. A strong digital technology
program will prepare students with the skills
necessary to work in a variety of computer-assisted
environments and will put them on track to
embrace the life-long learning attitude that is so
necessary for success in our fast-changing work
environment.
Highlights:
Students will have the opportunity to:
Earn industry recognized certifications such as
IC3 and Adobe
Participate in a one-semester internship (sitebased) to strengthen their skills
Participate in a one-semester externship (offsite) to begin developing a network in the field
Phone: (775) 333-5050
Students are encouraged to participate in Future
Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Art Club, or
the Gamers’ Club.
Reno High School is thankful for it external
partnerships with University of Nevada Reno’s
School of the Arts, Apple, and Microsoft for making
this Academy possible.
School Total: 1655
Enrollment Notes:
It is recommended that students entering the
program plan to take health through alternate
means, such as summer school or online, to allow
room in their class schedule for additional
electives. Students will be required to take the
industry-recognized certification exams at the
conclusion of applicable courses.
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The Cougar Academy of Media Arts & Communication at Spanish Springs High School
Address: 1065 Eagle Canyon Drive, Sparks, NV 89436
Web: http://spanishspringshs.com/cougar_academy.php
Overview:
The Cougar Academy of Media Arts and
Communication provides its students with an
educational emphasis in four main categories:
video production, web-design, graphic
design/photography, and publications. This
Signature Academy will help bridge the evergrowing “digital divide.” All four strands will help
students develop the problem-solving skills needed
to be successful in post-secondary education and
careers. Through curriculum and hands-on work
experience, students will gain an understanding of
the real connection between their education and
the workplace.
Highlights:
Students may have opportunities to:
Complete classes for college credit
Participate in a capstone course to apply their
skills in real-world applications
Have an internship with a local media agency
Phone: (775) 425-7735
Students are encouraged to participate in Future
Business Leaders of America (FBLA), SkillsUSA, The
Roar (School Newspaper), yearbook, or Cougar
Media.
someone who is), please contact the Academy
Coordinator, Jennifer Ritch, at 775-423-7733, or
[email protected].
School Total: 2408
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The Microsoft IT Academy of Excellence at Sparks High School
Address: 820 15th Street, Sparks, NV 89431
Web: http://www.washoecountyschools.org/sparkshs/ITAcademy.php
Overview:
The Microsoft IT Academy of Excellence is a
comprehensive program that helps support
ongoing technology education for a wide range of
students, teachers and faculty. The program
features access to software licenses, E-Learning,
official Microsoft course materials, and
certifications. Certifications cover the spectrum of
professions within the IT industry, carefully
developed with experts from the workforce to
ensure validity and reliability.
Highlights:
Students will have the opportunity to earn
certifications in:
Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel, Word,
PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, SharePoint, and
Project, at both Core and Expert levels
Microsoft Certified Professional Developer:
Designing and Developing Web Applications,
Windows Communication Foundation
Development, and Accessing Data
Phone: (775) 353-5550
Students are encouraged to participate in the
Aviation Club, the Railbots (Robotics) Club, and the
MESA (Math, Engineering, Science, Achievement)
Club.
Sparks High School is appreciative of Washoe
County-based MSLI’s support of the IT Academy.
The Railroaders also would like to thank John
Ascuaga’s Nugget for its continued program
support.
School Total: 1181
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The Truckee Meadows Community College High School (TMCC HS)
Address: 7000 Dandini Boulevard RDMT314, Reno, NV 89512
Web: http://tmcchighschool.org
Magnet Program Type: Whole School Magnet
Overview:
TMCC HS is an early college high school for degree
seeking students. It is a WCSD high school located
on the Dandini Campus of Truckee Meadows
Community College (TMCC). The combined high
school and college atmosphere gives students the
opportunity to achieve academically and accept
responsibility in a safe and comfortable
environment. Students who enroll in this unique
program take dual credit courses which earn them
college and high school credit and are a step ahead
when they graduate.
Highlights:
While there are many advantages of TMCC HS,
some of the highlights include:
Earning dual credit towards high school
graduation and college certification and
degrees; many students graduate from TMCC
HS with an Associate’s degree in addition to
their high school diploma
Small classes and flexible scheduling
State-of-the-art computer labs, library and free
tutoring services
College classes are paid for as long as students
successfully complete them or drop them by
the deadlines listed for each semester
Phone: (775) 674-7660
Students may participate in sports, band or other
activities at their zoned school if they can arrange
their schedule to accommodate the activity and get
permission from the coach/instructor and the
principal of the zoned high school to do so.
TMCC HS is very grateful for the continued
partnership with Truckee Meadows Community
College that serves as both a host site for the high
school and as a collaborative teammate.
School Total: 184 (Grades 11-12)
Magnet Program Total: 184
New Magnet Enrollment for 2012-2013:
90 incoming 11th graders
20 incoming 12th graders
Enrollment Notes:
Incoming 11th and 12th graders must have
completed Geometry 1-2, have a minimum GPA of
2.5, have an Accuplacer score that places them in
Math 095 or higher, and English 098 or higher, and
be on track to graduate (no credit deficiencies).
Additionally, incoming 12th graders must have
already passed HSPE in all areas.
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The International Baccalaureate (IB) Program at Earl Wooster High School
Address: 1331 Plumb Lane, Reno, NV 89502
Web: http://www.washoecountyschools.org/wooster/academics/ibinfo.html
Magnet Program Type: Partial School Magnet
Overview:
The IB Program is a comprehensive and rigorous
course of study designed to prepare students for a
quality university education. The primary objective
of the IB Program is to provide students with a
balanced, integrated curriculum in all academic
areas, while seeking to instill an understanding of
the global context of learning (IB mission). The IB
program promotes the education of the whole
person, emphasizing intellectual, personal, and
social growth through all domains of knowledge.
By focusing on the dynamic combination of
knowledge, skills, independent critical and creative
thought, the IB Program espouses the concept of
education of the whole person as a lifelong journey
in pursuit of international-mindedness and
responsible citizenship (IB learner profile).
Highlights:
IB students often earn college credit by taking
examinations at the end of their junior or senior
year. Additionally, IB students may also take
Advanced Placement (AP) exams to earn additional
college credits.
Phone: (775) 333-5100
Students are highly encouraged to complete C.A.S.
(Creativity, Action, Service) hours. Completing 150
hours of C.A.S. is one of the requirements for
earning an IB Diploma. Students also have the
opportunity to participate in all Wooster activities
and clubs.
Wooster is thankful to its IB Parent Boosters for
their continued support. If you are interested in
joining the IB Parent Boosters, or becoming a
partner, please contact the IB Program
Coordinator, Josh Rosenbloom, at 775-333-5100,
or [email protected]
School Total: 1679
Magnet Program Total: 470
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The Sustainable Resources Academy (WSRA) at Earl Wooster High School
Address: 1331 Plumb Lane, Reno, NV 89502
Web: http://www.washoecountyschools.org/wooster/academics/WSRAinfo.html
Magnet Program Type: Partial School Magnet
Overview:
As the state of Nevada embarks on an ambitious
mission to diversify its economy, draw new
businesses to the region and create jobs, WSRA’s
goal is to graduate its students highly-skilled and
career-ready and well equipped to compete for
those jobs, many of which will be in science,
engineering, technology and energy. All students
will be well-versed in energy transfer, biological
and physical sciences, and complete a senior
capstone project. Students may focus in either
renewable resources or sustainable food
production.
Phone: (775) 333-5100
Highlights:
Students in WSRA will have the opportunity to:
Work with the solar panels, wind spires,
greenhouse and aquaponic facilities
Complete courses for college credit
Participate in an internship that will provide
both work experience and industry connections
Reduce the school’s carbon footprint and
energy usage
Students are encouraged to participate in Wooster
High’s Environmental Action Team (WHEAT).
The WSRA is grateful to its partners, Desert
Research Institute (DRI), Truckee Meadows
Community College (TMCC), Envirolution, the
University of Nevada Reno (UNR) and Laguna Creek
High School in Elk Grove, CA, for helping support
the Academy.
School Total: 1679
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Signature Academy Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Signature Academy?
Signature Academies are four-year programs at WCSD high schools that provide students with rigorous
and relevant curriculum that relates to different careers and industries. All Academies will provide
opportunities for students to either get a head start on college by earning Advanced Placement or
college credits or to receive an industry-recognized certification that will help jump start their career.
My high school is not listed as having a Signature Academy this year. Can I attend a different school’s
Signature Academy?
Up to 25 percent of the spaces in each Signature Academy will be reserved for non-zoned students.
Students may apply to any Signature Academy and attend under the Inter-WCSD Variance Policy.
I am not really interested in the Signature Academy offered at my high school. Do I have to participate
in it?
Participation in a Signature Academy is encouraged but not required. We want to build Academies that
will be of interest and value to all students. Please let your teachers, counselors and principal know your
ideas on what Signature Academies you would like to see created.
Can I attend a Signature Academy at a different high school for part of the day and stay at my zoned
high school for the other part of the day?
Students attending a Signature Academy will need to be at the high school with the Signature Academy
for the entire school day. You will be considered a student of the school with the Signature Academy.
Can I attend a Signature Academy at a different high school but continue to play on a sports team at my
zoned high school?
Students will be granted a variance to attend a non-zoned school’s Signature Academy (once the
application has been processed and accepted). Students on a variance for this purpose will be
considered a full-time student at that non-zoned school, and thus ineligible to participate in sports at
their zoned school.
As per the Inter-WCSD Variance Policy and NIAA Regulations, freshman and sophomore high school
students granted variances shall be eligible to participate in sports at a sub-varsity level only. Juniors
and seniors who are granted variances are ineligible to participate in NIAA sports for 180 school days.
If a student elects to return to his/her zoned school, the student will lose his/her athletic eligibility for
the remainder of the current school year. This also includes 180 school days in any other sport the
student’s name appeared on a NIAA roster.
Will transportation be provided?
Students who decide to participate in the Signature Academy at the school in which they are zoned and
who already receive transportation to their zoned school will continue to be transported to their zoned
school’s Signature Academy. Students who do not currently receive transportation to their zoned
school will still not have transportation. Students who elect to attend a different school’s Signature
Academy through a variance will not receive transportation as per the Inter-WCSD Variance Policy.
How will I be accommodated as a student with disabilities?
Students who have a special education Individual Education Plan (IEP) or Section 504 Accommodation
Plan (AP) will have their individual needs reviewed by the Signature Academy school team in order to
determine how to best address the student’s individual needs.
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Important Upcoming Dates
Application-Related Deadlines
Magnet Program
Type of Requirement
Performing Arts Center
Audition date for dance and theater. Please contact Staci
at Damonte Ranch HS
Bauman ([email protected]) or Rod Hearn
([email protected]) to sign up for an audition as
soon as possible.
The Academy of Arts,
Application deadline to begin the 9th grade in August 2012
Careers and Technology
All Signature Academies
Application deadline to enroll and start class August 2012
International
Application deadline to begin the 9th grade in August 2012
Baccalaureate at
Wooster HS
Date
January 21, 2012
February 1, 2012
February 10, 2012
March 1, 2012
Open House Dates
School
AACT HS
Damonte Ranch High School
Galena High School
Hug High School
Incline High School
McQueen High School
North Valleys High School
Reed High School
Reno High School
Spanish Springs High School
Sparks High School
TMCC HS
Wooster High School
Open House Date
January 23, 2012
February 28, 2012
March 20, 2012
April 5, 2012
To be determined
April 5, 2012
March 27, 2012
To be determined
April 5, 2012
To be determined
March 28, 2012
No Open House Available
April 19, 2012 (students), April 4, 2012 (parents)
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