Academic Magnets and Career and Technical Academies
Elementary Magnet Programs
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The Center for Gifted and Talented Studies @ Archer Elementary
The STEM Magnet @ Foster Elementary
The STEAM Magnet @ Metcalfe Elementary
Center for Fine Arts @ Rawlings Elementary
Dual Language Immersion Magnet @ Terwilliger Elementary
The Williams Magnet Program @ Williams Elementary - Application for Candidacy Approved for the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program
Middle School Magnet Programs
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The Academy of Technology and Advanced Studies @ Howard Bishop Middle
The Lyceum: Center for Advanced Studies @ Lincoln Middle School
Biomedical Mustangs @ Mebane Middle School
Center for Advanced Academics and Technology @ Oak View Middle
*Cambridge at Westwood Middle School and R.E.A.C.H. at Fort Clarke Middle School are not district magnet programs. You will need to contact the appropriate school for information.
High School Academic Magnet Programs
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The International Baccalaureate Program @ Eastside High
The Cambridge Program @ Gainesville High
High School Career and Technical Academies
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Academy of Entrepreneurship @ Buchholz High
Academy of Finance @ Buchholz High
Institute of Culinary Arts @ Eastside High
Academy of Future Teachers @ Gainesville High
Academy of Health Professions @ Gainesville High
Academy of Agribusiness @ Hawthorne Middle High School
Academy of Automotive Technology @ Loften High
Academy of Fire & Emergency Medical Services @ Loften High
Academy of Gaming and Mobile Apps @ Loften High
Academy of Media Production Technology @ Loften High
Academy of Robotics and Engineering @ Loften High
Institute of Graphic Art and Design @ Loften High
Academy of Criminal Justice @ Newberry High
Academy of Agriscience @ Santa Fe High
Academy of Veterinary Assisting @ Santa Fe High
Institute of Biotechnology @ Santa Fe High
Magnet Application Timeline
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Applications for the 2025-2026 school year will open on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 by 10:00 a.m.
The link for the application will be posted here at that time.
The deadline to apply is Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.
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Magnet Showcase - November 16, 2024
If you and your family attended the Magnet Showcase at the Alachua County Sports and Event Center on Saturday, November 16, 2024, we would like to thank you for coming and would love to hear your feedback. Please click on the link below to reply to a short survey. Your input will help us plan future events. Thank you!
Contact Information
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Email: alachuamagnets
Phone: 352-955-7121
Contact each school for School or Program Specific Questions:
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Minimum Requirements and Grade Levels for Application
Please see the links below for the minimum requirements and application grade levels for each program.
Elementary School Minimum Requirements and Grade Levels
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Parent Presentation
Please see the presentation below regarding the application process. This may answer questions parents have about the application process.
REQUIRED Magnet Application Form for Non-ACPS Students
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For the Required Magnet Application Form for Non-ACPS Students Click Here
Note to Families on Magnet Busing
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School buses are assigned to transport students to and from magnet programs from an assigned pick-up location.
For more information about magnet transportation, please go to www.sbac.edu/transportation and click on the Magnet Busing heading in the menu options on the left of the page.
Non Discrimination & Equal Opportunity
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The Alachua County Public Schools District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability (Section 504/ADA) sexual orientation, gender identity or marital status, genetics or legally-protected characteristics in its educational programs, services or activities, or in its hiring or employment practices. The district also provides equal access to its facilities to the Boy Scouts and other patriotic youth groups, as required by the Boys Scout of America Equal Access Act.
Lack of English Language Skills will not be a barrier for participation.
Questions, complaints, or requests for additional information regarding discrimination or harassment:
For Employees contact Alisha Williams via email williamsar or call (352) 955-7729.
For Students contact Damera Hopkins via email hopkinsdl or call (352) 955-7676, ext. 6342.Note: Email addresses are followed by @gm.sbac.edu.
