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Magnet Programs

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Magnet schools offer students a unique opportunity for in-depth studies in a specific area of interest. Magnet schools attract a wide range of students, creating richly diverse learning environments. San Diego Unified School District's theme-based Magnet options include:

  • Communications & Community Leadership

  • Creative, Visual & Performing Arts (VAPA)

  • Global Citizenship/ PAIDEIA School

  • International Studies & International Baccalaureate

  • Language Enrichment & Language Continuity

  • STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics)

See the list of San Diego Unified Magnet Schools.

The primary purpose of a magnet is to reduce minority group isolation and to close the achievement gap. San Diego Unified magnet schools have four purposes:

  • Diversity as an aspirational goal

  • Improve achievement for all students

  • Distinctive curriculum or educational approach

  • Attract students from outside assigned neighborhood attendance zones

San Diego Unified holds a district membership in Magnet Schools of America (MSA), the leading source for information on public school magnet programs. MSA provides leadership for innovative instructional programs that promote equity, diversity and academic excellence for all students.

For more information about enrolling in a magnet school, contact Enrollment Options (619) 260-2410.

You may also contact the school directly.

APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED THE FIRST WEEK OF OCTOBER THROUGH MID-NOVEMBER FOR THE UPCOMING SCHOOL YEAR. Visit Choice Enrollment to learn more.

MAGNET NEWS

Learn more about our newest magnet program, Amplifying the Arts in San Diego Unified School District. (Click the link below)

https://sites.google.com/view/sdusdmagnetgrant2021/home

Neighborhood Schools and Enrollment Options

4100 Normal St Annex 12
San Diego CA 92103

8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Monday - Friday
(619) 260-2410

Magnet Tours

Magnet Schools proudly offer tours to assist you in choosing your school. Visit Select A School to find out more.

Read CHOICE Enrollment