HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Each of the High School Magnet and Academy Programs is designed to provide an enriched learning experience for students in addition to the traditional high school curriculum. For more information on entrance requirements and space availability please contact the magnet schools directly. Short descriptions of their programs and contact information are provided below.

Carver Integrated Math/Science/Technology Magnet

The Carver High School Magnet Program is a rigorous college preparatory program for students with an interest in the areas of math, science, and/or technology. The goal of this program is to provide a strong, hands-on, individualized curriculum. This curriculum prepares students to be successful in mastering the challenges that they will meet in the future. The students are provided with state-of-the-art technology, which enhances their academic achievement. This advanced equipment includes computers, graphing calculators, CBL's, laptop computers, etc. Carver Magnet students are extremely sucessful in their post secondary endeavors, including university, military, and professional careers.

Principal: Mr. Joseph Saulsbury
Address: 3100 Eighth Street
Phone: (706) 649-0689

Columbus Liberal Arts Magnet

The Columbus High School Magnet program is built on a firm academic foundation. Each student takes a college preparatory program which includes 4 units in English, social studies, science and mathematics; 3 units in the humanities; and 1 unit in the fine arts. A liberal arts student does not specialize in any one area. This allows the student to keep all of his options open, so that when he is older he may choose a college or university suited to his career goals. Fifteen advanced placement courses are offered which allow the student to earn colege credit.

Principal: Ms. Susan Bryant
Address: 1700 Cherokee Avenue
Phone: (706) 649-0701

Hardaway International Baccalaureate Program

The Hardaway International Baccalaureate Diploma Program is a rigorous pre-university course of study that meets the needs of highly motivated secondary school students. It currently exists in 101 countries around the globe, and just over 1,000 schools worldwide. It may be offered only at IB-approved schools. The IB curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, an exposure to a variety of viewpoints, and inter-cultural understanding among young people. The program offers courses such as: IB World Literature, IB 20th Century World History, IB Chemistry and Biology, Discrete Topics, and a course offered ONLY in IB Schools - Theory of Knowledge.

Principal: Mr. Keith Seifert
Address: 2901 College Drive
Phone: (706) 649-0748

Jordan Industrial Technologies Academies

The Industrial Technologies Academies extend the academy concept currently followed in the Construction Technologies Program into the Metals, Automotive, and Drafting/Design Programs. The overall program is offered at three levels allowing students to choose from job entry level, mid-management, or upper level programs that lead to a college program in engineering and architecture. All students take a minimum of one semester of a foreign language and drafting/design. The upper level program leads to a College Preparatory and Tech Prep Diploma Seal. The three level approaches allow students to focus on a variety of career paths and post-secondary options.

Principal: Dr. Charles Kelly
Address: 3200 Howard Avenue
Phone: (706) 649-0769

Kendrick Business, Banking, and Finance Academies

The Kendrick Business, Banking and Finance Academy is built around a core of specialized couses which, in concert withenhanced academic requirements, prepare students for postsecondary study and successful careers. Course offerings range from Accounting and Commercial Law th\rough Bank Operations, Investments and Insurance. An exceptionally strong component of Computer Applications, Computer Programming (HTML, JAVA, COBOL, C++) and Web Page Design classes round out the curriculum. There is a cross-curricular approach to enhancing skills in writing, speaking, research, mathematics, banking, finance, programming, and other business areas.

Principal: Dr. Edward Barnwell
Address: 6015 Georgetown Drive
Phone: (706) 569-2532

Northside Engineering Design and Technology Academy

The Northside Engineering Design and Technology Academy offers the best, most intensive pre-engineering and engineering technology available. Summer programs and partnerships with regional universities and technical schools enhance a rich exposure and education for the students in the Academy. From Introduction to Engineering Design, where the student will render and construct simple machines up to complex interdependent systems, to Digital Electronics where students construct circuits virtually and in reality, to the final design and development project as a senior, students are immrsed in a thorough preparation for further college and technical training. Support courses in technical writing and humanities, plus standard student-chosen electives complete a well rounded yet focused high school education.

Principal: Dr. Rene Mallory
Address:  2002 American Way
Phone:  (706) 649-0852

Shaw Global Media Resources Academy

The Shaw Global Media Resources program, developed in cooperation with partners TSYS and MediaCom, offers college prep and tech prep students a cross curricular path to skills and opportunities in communications careers and post secondary options. Expanded course offerings will include video production, writing for media, announcing, graphics production, news reporting, media law, business advertising, speech/forensics, and internships with media related businesses. The GMR curricular vision includes attractive opportunities for students in every subject area designed to enhance student skills in written, verbal, and broadcast communications. Academic achievement, projects, and community service will be documented on personal CD portfolios.

Principal: Dr. Jim Arnold
Address: 5601 Shomburg Road
Phone: (706) 569-2567

Spencer Justice and Military Professional Academy

The Spencer Justice and Military Professional Academy provides students the opportunity to study civilian and military law, law enforcement, and law related career fields. As the students progress through the program they gain knowledge through the academic curriculum, community service, mentorships, and internships. Core academic courses are integrated with career courses to provide a unique curriculum that serves as preparation for college and employment. Students participate in law and law enforcement related field trips, mock trials, criminology and forensic courses as well as gain practical experience in a variety of justice related fields.

Principal: Mrs. Olivia Rutledge
Address: 4340 Victory Drive
Phone: (706) 685-7652