Magnet schools Coverage

Top two magnet schools in the US are in Wake County

Athens Drive Magnet High School and Conn Magnet Elementary School won national awards Saturday at the Magnet Schools of America's annual conference.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Two more Wake schools to become magnet schools next year

Families can apply through January for one of five new design-centered magnet programs in eastern Wake County.

Emily Walkenhorst, WRAL education reporter

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper visits Washington Gifted and Talented Magnet Elementary School in Raleigh on May 23, 2023.

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper visits Washington Gifted and Talented Magnet Elementary School in Raleigh on May 23, 2023.

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper visits Washington Gifted and Talented Magnet Elementary School in Raleigh on May 23, 2023.

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper visits Washington Gifted and Talented Magnet Elementary School in Raleigh on May 23, 2023.

Washington Magnet Elementary School named top magnet school in the country

Washington Gifted and Talented Magnet Elementary School was named top magnet elementary school in the country.

Destinee Patterson, WRAL reporter

Wake plans 2 new magnet schools, changes at 3 other magnet schools

The schools will specialize in science, art and design and are a part of a en effort to draw more students into the eastern Wake County schools.

Emily Walkenhorst, WRAL education reporter

Wake mulling new magnet school programs in eastern part of county

School leaders project population growth in east Wake as private and charter schools are also moving in.

Emily Walkenhorst, WRAL education reporter

Nearly half of DPS elementary students would have to change schools under proposed redistricting

WRAL News spoke with parents who are concerned about Durham Public Schools' proposed redistricting plan.

Monica Casey, WRAL Durham reporter

Wake County to host magnet, early college fair

The annual event offers parents and students an opportunity to learn more about Wake's magnet and early college options. Representatives from each of the schools will be on hand to share information and answer questions.

Wake looking to add 2 new magnet schools, revise 2 others

The changes come after the district surveyed district and charter school families and magnet school applicants and conducted business focus groups.

Emily Walkenhorst, WRAL education reporter

Wake school leaders float new magnet schools, changes at existing ones

A vote could come in January, based on the district's planned timeline. The funding for the transitions would come from a federal grant.

Emily Walkenhorst, WRAL education reporter

Think global: How Wake County schools prepare students for the world

Through magnet schools and special programs, the Wake County Public School System is providing students with a globally conscious education

Abbey Slattery, WRAL Digital Solutions

Charter vs. magnet: Breaking down your school choices

While there are plenty of similarities between charter schools and magnet schools, there are still significant differences that may affect a parent's choice to enroll their child.

Abbey Slattery, WRAL Digital Solutions

Wake County's magnet school, early college virtual events planned

Applications for Wake County's magnet, year-round and early colleges schools have begun and the school system is planning a series of virtual events to help families learn more about their options.

Still searching for the right school for your kids? Check out this open seat report for Wake County

It may still feel like the beginning of summer, but the school year is fast approaching. And if you haven't found a school home for your student yet, you might want to check out SchoolUp Wake's Open Seat report.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

WCPSS receives $14.1M grant for language and global studies programs

The grant will support Spanish language immersion programs at Dillard Drive Magnet Elementary and Middle schools.

Emily Walkenhorst, WRAL education reporter

Wake County magnet school applications drop

While the board didn't discuss charter schools at the Monday meeting, enrollment in them has been rising and eating into the public district's share of the county's schoolchildren.

Emily Walkenhorst, WRAL education reporter

Wake's magnet school application period closes Jan. 28; virtual events provide information

Just a quick reminder for Wake County Public School System families that the deadline for magnet and year-round school applications is Jan. 28.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

4 new language-centered magnet schools reflect growing interest in global education

With Dillard Drive Elementary and Middle Schools and East Cary Middle School converting to language-based magnet schools and Smith Magnet Elementary School increasing their language offerings, Wake County Public Schools are expanding their language program options to meet community demands.

Abbey Slattery, WRAL Digital Solutions

Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School has everything from arts to engineering and more

Through Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School's University Connection theme, students can explore opportunities and learning in four main College and Career Pathways, gaining hands-on experience that prepares them for their future careers.

Abbey Slattery, WRAL Digital Solutions

Magnet School Primer: As Wake schools preps for virtual fair, get the basics on the application process

It's hard to think about next school year when there's so much uncertainty about this one. But if your kids will be attending a Wake County public school in fall 2021, it's time to start looking at your options.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Virtual learning hasn't slowed magnet education programs

Despite the Wake County Public Schools shift to virtual learning amidst the coronavirus pandemic, the robust offerings and curriculum of the school system's magnet education programs have not missed a beat.

Latisha Catchatoorian, WRAL Digital Solutions

Confused by all the school choices? Wake County school consultant provides support, advice

SchoolUp Wake provides support and information for parents who are trying to figure out where to send their kids to school.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Wake County's magnet school application period starts this month, virtual events planned

Applications for Wake County's magnet, year-round and early colleges schools will begin this month, and the school system is planning a series of virtual events to help families learn more about their options.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Why learning language early jumpstarts a child's education

Learning a foreign language can benefit children by improving their attention and mental agility, empathy, reading comprehension, school performance and engagement, and acceptance of and appreciation for diversity.

Robert Brittain, freelance reporter