Magnet Academies

Magnet students at Blythe Academy of Languages participate in the partial immersion program and learn math science, and health in either French or Spanish. They also develop communicative competence in the language. In addition, students are challenged daily to reach their highest potential in the comprehensive elementary curricula.

With an emphasis on environmental studies, students at East North Street Academy of Mathematics and Science engage in the in-depth study of four quarterly sub-topics that are common to all grade levels: Forestry, Natural Resources, Energy & Society, and Weather. Students participate in engaging, real-world experiences through outdoor classrooms, local expertise, and hands-on lab experiments, guided by local experts and practitioners.

Stone Academy of Communication Arts offers a rigorous scholastic curriculum. Arts-integrated classes are enriched by individual instruction in art, music, drama, dance, and physical education. The academy also offers an Encore after-school program, specialty companies (Stone Singers, Dance Ensemble, Play Production, and Jumpstart News), and arts-based club activities.

Beck International Academy's Program offers a comprehensive instructional program that emphasizes student-centered inquiry and instruction, mastery of eight required subjects, and second language proficiency. Students develop strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and study skills, and learn how to learn. Students are also actively engaged in community and service.

Greenville Middle Academy of Global and Traditional Studies offers a rigorous academic program which emphasizes writing, reading, and vocabulary development across the curriculum. The program is designed to develop expressive and reflective readers and writers. Topics, issues, and themes of global significance are integrated in every subject area and grade level.

Hughes Academy of Science and Technology is dedicated to enriching and enhancing students’ academic achievement. Students are engaged in conversations with medical professionals and scientists weekly through science and physical education classes. The Spanish Immersion Transition program provides students a variety of opportunities to increase their awareness of the language and culture through speaking, reading, listening, and writing.

League Academy of Communication Arts offers a rigorous academic program with a unique communication arts focus. Electives include special courses that provide opportunities for students to learn about a variety of art forms and to pursue at least one art form in depth through advanced offerings. Additionally, the arts and technology are used as powerful tools to enrich and connect learning across all areas of the curriculum.

Carolina High School and Academy of Engineering and Health Professions is the school where tradition meets technology. Computers and Promethean smart boards in every classroom provide state-of-the-art tools. A rigorous academic curriculum, including Advanced Placement and honors courses, provides sound preparation for college and work while exploring students' interests in engineering and health/medicine. A two-year degree program, in conjunction with Greenville Tech, allows students to earn an Associates of Arts or Science degree while at Carolina High Academy.

Greenville Senior High Academy of Law, Finance, and Business offers broad exposure to the student's chosen magnet strand through an in-depth study of various topics and engagement in problem-based learning activities that extend students' understanding of legal, finance and business issues and concepts in the 21st century. While engaging in activities such as Mock Trial, Business Marketing, and Entrepreneurship students develop a better understanding of their field of study and are better prepared to serve the community.

J. L. Mann High School Academy of Mathematics, Science, and Technology offers a rigorous academic program that connects the study of math, science and technology to all areas of learning. All magnet students engage in meaningful and in-depth learning experiences, including project-based instruction, traditional instruction, dual-credit courses, Advanced Placement courses, and a capstone experience than can include a senior project, an internship, or other experiences outlined on the school website. The variety of instructional approaches provides opportunities to participate in stimulating activities that require them to think and problem-solve. They develop the knowledge, understanding and skills that will prepare them well for college and the world of work.

Southside High International Baccalaureate Middle Years and Diploma Programs offers the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program in grades 9-10 and the Diploma Program in grades 11-12. Both programs emphasize critical thinking, intercultural understanding, and exposure to a variety of points of view. Diploma Program students take coursework in six different subject areas that reflect a blend of breadth and specialization, complete an in-depth research paper, take a Theory of Knowledge philosophy course, and engage in community and service projects. The IB program leads to advanced standing and college credits at the world's finest colleges and universities.