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Congratulation McCaw! Awarded the top-level MSA Certified Demonstration School!
Based on the National Magnet School Standards of Excellence and the five pillars of magnet schools (1. Diversity; 2. Innovative Curriculum and Professional Development; 3. Academic Excellence; 4. Leadership; and, 5. Family and Community Partnerships), the MSA certification process defines McCaw as a model certified nationally recognized magnet school.
EXPLORE YOUR K-12 MAGNET SCHOOL OPTIONS AT ONE OF THE PARENT WORKSHOPS OR SCHOOL CHOICE FAIRS!
McCAW Magnet Schools of America MAGNET PILLARS of Success!
McCAW Magnet Schools of America MAGNET PILLARS of Success!
McCaw STEAM Academy follows the Magnet Schools of America Magnet Pillars to ensure a rich diverse instructional program at our site. Below are the six magnet pillars and how McCaw strives to support them.
DIVERSITY: Ensure our school community remains reflective of the Downtown Henderson City community. Ensure we are culturally competent and our school environment models empathy, respect, and a collaborative environment.
INNOVATIVE CURRICULUM AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Ensure our theme-based instruction incorporates effective teaching strategies, and alignment to best practices, and is implemented inclusively school-wide. The curriculum is based on rigorous standards and innovative 21st-century learning.
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE: Ensure students/staff utilize multiple assessment strategies to set goals and monitor student learning, progress, and success. High expectations are clearly articulated and individual learning goals are embedded to ensure students are motivated through interests and real-world applications.
HIGH-QUALITY INSTRUCTIONAL SYSTEMS: Ensure the outgoing communication to the community comprised of teachers, staff members, and community partnerships remains student-centered, collaborative, and innovative to motivate and prepare learners to be world-ready, workforce-ready, and higher education-ready.
FAMILY AND COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS: Ensure our school continues to build partnerships with parents and community partners to support the education of all students through site-based labs, innovative learning, STEAM curriculum, and outreach opportunities.
Choice Fairs: CCSD Magnet Choice Fairs are a great way to see what's available at all grade levels in our Magnet, CTA, and Select Schools! They feature performances, demonstrations, and representatives from all Magnet, CTA, and Select Schools as well as representation from NV Learning Academy, College of Southern Nevada H.S., and Open Enrollment. Click HERE for more information
Magnet Questions, Once I apply, what do I do?
Magnet Questions, Once I apply, what do I do?
Applicants may choose up to 3 different Magnet/CTA schools/programs and place them in 1st, 2nd, or 3rd choice order. Be sure to submit any required information by the annual specified deadline.
Late applications will be accepted; however, they are not considered for the initial lottery.
Stand By:
Wait for your student’s notification of lottery status. Applicants will be emailed and may sign in to the online account to view results.
Please contact your 1st choice Magnet/CTA school if you have not received notification by the end of February.
Seats must be accepted online.
Accept and Enroll:
Notify the Magnet/CTA school that you accept the invitation for your child to attend by logging in to the application system and accepting the seat. Students may only accept a seat at one school.
Complete registration materials as provided by the school and follow enrollment procedures as indicated.
Note: Please verify transportation eligibility. Visit ccsd.net/departments/transportation to view transportation zones and eligibility.
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