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CURRICULUM

QUESTION: What is the K-12 core curriculum?
ANSWER: The District’s K-12 core curriculum includes reading, language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, art, music, physical education, world languages, Junior ROTC, driver’s education, advanced academics including gifted, dual enrollment and GEM (Great Explorations in Mathematics). Also included in core curriculum are library media and instructional materials.

QUESTION: What is a magnet school?
ANSWER: A magnet school is a school that provides a theme-based program for students with specific interests or talents. There are 63 magnet programs in 49 elementary, middle and high schools.