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News Release
TISD Magnet and IB Applications Now Available
The Tyler Independent School District is now accepting applications for
Magnet Schools and International Baccalaureate (IB) Programs for the
2010-2011 school year. Parents may pick up an application packet at
their child’s elementary school or at one of the IB schools. Unless
listed differently on the application packet, all completed applications
must be returned to the desired magnet campus or program by March 1,
2010.
Bell Elementary Global Communications Academy
Bell Elementary Global Communications Academy seeks to follow its motto
“Above and Beyond” by providing students with an opportunity to learn
and use skills needed to compete in a global society. The four strands
of Bell’s magnet program include development in literacy, broadcast
journalism/speech, foreign language and technology. The regular
curriculum will be enhanced by these strands and students will
participate in service learning projects as well as demonstrate
authentic learning leading to increased student achievement. Parents who
are interested in the Bell Elementary Global Communications Academy may
call 903.262.1820 for more information.
Caldwell Elementary Arts Academy
Caldwell Elementary Arts Academy provides opportunities for students
throughout the District, as well as students in the attendance zone, to
participate in an enriched academic program through the arts. Drama,
music, dance and visual arts are taught by specialists to kindergarten
through fifth grade students. A personalized learning community
develops and strengthens each child’s talents and abilities. Utilizing
the best practices, research, and committed professionals, Caldwell
Elementary Arts Academy is a unique and challenging learning experience
for all children.
Acceptance into Caldwell Elementary Arts Academy is based on space
available at the grade in which a student is applying. In order for an
application to be accepted for consideration, the parent must reside in
the Tyler ISD attendance zone. Applications will be available starting
January 25th. Parents who are interested in the Caldwell
Elementary Arts Academy may call 903.262.2250 for more information.
Jones Elementary MST Academy
Through the lens of math, science and technology, students will focus on
process skills and content to enable them to achieve at advanced
levels. A rigorous and challenging curriculum will be extended through
community partnerships to include the application of knowledge in real
world settings, service to the community, and career explorations.
Parents who are interested in the Jones Elementary MST Academy may call
903.262.2360 for more information.
Andy Woods Elementary School - An IB World School
The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program is designed to use
inquiry and collaborative learning to provide students with a
well-rounded education in all disciplines, including the Spanish
language. Authentic experiences and assessments are utilized, and
students are led to reflect daily on all aspects of their academic,
skill and attitude development. In addition to intellectual rigor and
high academic standards, a strong emphasis is placed on the value of
intercultural understanding and responsible citizenship. The Primary
Years Program (PYP) at Andy Woods Elementary School is an IB authorized,
high standards program for all students at this campus.
Transfer students must complete an application packet and will be
considered as space allows. In order for an application to be accepted
for consideration, the parent must reside in the Tyler ISD attendance
zone. Parents who are interested in the Andy Woods Elementary School may
call 903-262-1280 for more information.
Rice Elementary School - An IB World School
The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program is designed to use
inquiry and collaborative learning to provide students with a
well-rounded education in all disciplines, including the Spanish
language. Authentic experiences and assessments are utilized, and
students are led to reflect daily on all aspects of their academic,
skill and attitude development. In addition to intellectual rigor and
high academic standards, a strong emphasis is placed on the value of
intercultural understanding and responsible citizenship. The Primary
Years Program (PYP) at Rice Elementary School is an IB authorized, high
standards program for all students at this campus.
Transfer students must complete an application packet and will be
considered as space allows. In order for an application to be accepted
for consideration, the parent must reside in the Tyler ISD attendance
zone. Parents who are interested in the Rice Elementary School may call
903-262-2555 for more information.
James S. Hogg Middle School – An IB World School
The International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) at James S.
Hogg Middle School is a fully authorized advanced studies program for
highly motivated middle school students. This program is designed to
provide students with a well-rounded education in all disciplines,
focusing on the development of the “whole student.” In addition to
intellectual rigor and high academic standards, a strong emphasis is
placed on the value of intercultural understanding and responsible
citizenship. Since James S. Hogg offers an authorized program,
transfers from other TISD school zones will be approved for students who
are accepted into the James S. Hogg MYP. Parents who are interested in
the program and would like to visit with current MYP parents and
teachers about the program may call 903-262-1503 for more information.
IB Middle Years Programme Interested Schools
Hubbard Middle School and Boulter Middle School are International
Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme Interested Schools. MYP Interested
Schools are those in the planning and implementing stage for faculty and
staff prior to the process of becoming authorized as an IB Organization
Programme. Only students living in the Boulter and Hubbard attendance
zones may apply for the MYP Interested Schools cluster at those
schools.
Parents of students living in the Boulter school zone and interested in
the program may call 903-262-1399 for more information. Parents of
students living in the Hubbard school zone and interested in the program
may call 903-262-1608 for more information. Transfers are not approved
for MYP Interested Schools.
Moore MST Magnet School
All students receive instruction in the five core discipline areas of
reading, language arts, math, science, social studies and physical
education or athletics. In addition, students have the opportunity to
select elective courses that will promote discovering their talents and
abilities through investigating a wide range of interests.
Students will be accepted based on a list of criteria set from the
district on grades and test scores. In addition, the students will have
to write a paragraph about why they are interested in attending a math,
science and technology magnet school. Students’ current teachers will
also be required to fill out a teacher recommendation form.
All students accepted in the program will have the option to attend
Moore through the 8th grade year. The MST transfer
applications will allow approximately 100 new students to attend per
grade level until a total cap of 300 students is met for each of the
sixth, seventh and eighth grades. Parents who are interested in the
Moore MST Magnet School may call 903.262.1640 for more information.
Moore MST Recruitment Orientation Evening
Monday, February 8th
6:00 PM
Gymnasium
Any Tyler
ISD parent of a fifth through seventh grade student who may be
interested in learning more about the math, science, technology program
are invited to attend. Parents will be able to preview course
offerings, review fine arts opportunities, and tour the campus.
Robert E. Lee High School/IB Diploma Programme – An IB World School
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is designed to provide
high school students the opportunity to participate in freshman college
level classes in all disciplines, focusing on the development of the
“whole student.” In addition to intellectual rigor and high academic
standards, a strong emphasis is placed on the value of conceptual
thinking, intercultural understanding, and responsible citizenship. The
Diploma Programme (DP) at Robert E. Lee High School is an IB
Organization authorized advanced studies program for highly motivated
students. Parents who are interested in the program may call at
903-262-3498 for more information.
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