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Magnet Programs
Magnet programs provide students with intensive focus in a particular area of interest. Each program has unique criteria that students must meet in order to apply.
Explore our magnet programs
Elementary
For students in K-5 grade, including the PK-5 Montessori program.
Explore GISD magnets and Innovative Choice schools
Looking to learn more about specialized programs for grades 1-12? Visit our Explore GISD event on Oct. 1, or attend one of our Open House dates:
Innovative Choice Schools
- Oct. 23: Southgate STEM, Lyles Collegiate
- Oct. 29: Handley STEM
- Oct. 30: Couch Collegiate
- Nov. 6: Club Hill STEM
- Nov. 20: Coyle MST
Elementary magnets
- Oct. 22: Hillside & Kimberlin Academy and Walnut Glen Academy
- Nov. 13: Montessori at Herfurth and Montessori at Luna
- Nov. 19: Classical and Dual Language at Vial
- Nov. 20: Beaver MST and Watson MST
Middle school magnets
- Oct. 28: Austin Academy
- Oct. 30: Classical Center at Brandenburg
- Nov. 5: Student Leadership at Sellers
- Nov. 18: Jackson MST
High school magnets
- Oct. 22: Sachse HS
- Nov. 5: South Garland HS
- Nov. 6: North Garland HS
- Nov. 10: Garland HS
- Nov. 12: Rowlett HS
- Nov. 13: Naaman Forest HS
- Nov. 19: Lakeview Centennial HS
Interested in applying?
Applying for a magnet program occurs during the Choice of School window each year.
Transportation
Students who live within the designated transportation zone will be eligible for bus transportation.
In the case of multiple campuses offering the same magnet programming, parents are advised to contact the Magnet Office to confirm the appropriate campus based on home address.
Contact us
For more information about Magnet Programs, contact:
For more information about enrollment or the Choice of School process, contact: