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CENTER FOR ADVANCED STUDIES WHEELER HIGH SCHOOL

STEM Certified & STEAM Inspired

a unique 4-year STEM magnet program for academically advanced students

The Center for Advanced Studies At Wheeler High School

Biology Chemistry Physics Focus

Medical Biotechnology and Forensic Science Mechanical Engineering and Robotics Advanced Chemistry and Chemical Engineering

381 Students Enrolled from 54 Different Schools Class of 2014 Average SAT = 2065

The Center for Advanced Studies Profile

The Center for Advanced Studies Profile

The Center for Advanced Studies Profile

18% 82%

The Center for Advanced Studies Profile

4% 6% 35%

• Rigorous and advanced coursework
• Beyond the traditional high school experience
• Enhances post-secondary preparation and success

Advantages of the Center for Advanced Studies

Annual individual academic advisements

Advantages of the Center for Advanced Studies

▶ 4-year comprehensive

counseling program

▶ Full-time Magnet

counselor

▶ Use of Naviance for

counseling and college application process

▶ Magnet College tours

around the country

College Counseling

Block scheduling = 32 courses

2 sciences each year = 8 total 2 maths in Jr / Sr Years = 6 total Many More Elective Opportunities (Music, Art, Career-Tech, Foreign Language, AP and Post-AP classes)

Advantages of the Center for Advanced Studies

Block Scheduling 90% Magnet pass rate on AP exams

Advantages of the Center for Advanced Studies

Science Sequence Comparison

Traditional

9th grade

Physical Science or Biology

10th grade

Biology or Chemistry

11th grade

Chemistry or Physics

12th grade

AP Science Elective

Magnet

9th grade

Biology and Chemistry &

Mag Foundations or Foundations of Eng 10th grade

Physics and Biochem or AP Science

11th grade

AP Science(s) and Post-AP Science

12th grade

Advanced Scientific Internship and Research

Math Sequence Comparison

Traditional (Advanced)

9th grade

Coord Algebra/Analytic Geo A Analytic Geo B/Adv Algebra

10th grade

Pre-Calculus

11th grade

AP Calculus AB or BC

12th grade

AP Calculus AB or BC

Magnet

9th grade

Coord Algebra/Analytic Geo A Analytic Geo B/Adv Algebra

10th grade

Pre-Calculus

11th grade

AP Calculus AB & BC and/or AP Statistics

12th grade

GT Calc II and/or GT Calc II or Multivariable Calc

Magnet Biochemistry/Forensics Aerospace Engineering Advanced Genetics/DNA Research Advanced Physics & Robotics Organic Chemistry Chemical Engineering Advanced Scientific Research Advanced Scientific Internship Georgia Tech Calculus II & III

Unique Magnet Course Offerings

Magnet Recognized Technology Pathways

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Therapeutic Services - Emergency Medical Responder

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Therapeutic Services - Applied Health

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Audio and Video Technology and Film

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Web and Digital Communications

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Electronics

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Architectural Drawing and Design

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Engineering Graphics and Design

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Programming

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Engineering and Technology

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Plant Systems

Magnet Technology

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Five 3D Printers

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Chemical Reactor / Bio-fermenter

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iPads for all Magnet teachers

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Class set of Google Chromebooks

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4 State-of-the-art math laptop carts

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PASCO Probeware for all Science classes

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Distance learning / video conferencing capabilities

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Google Apps account for all Magnet students

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WiFi access for student's personal devices

▶ Chemistry Research Lab ▶ Advanced Physics / Robotics Lab & Workshop ▶ Engineering Lab ▶ Drafting / CAD Lab ▶ Electronics / Telecommunications Lab ▶ Healthcare Lab

Magnet Labs

Technology Integration in all classes

Advantages of the Center for Advanced Studies

Internship and Research Senior Experience

Advantages of the Center for Advanced Studies

Science Application International Corporation Emory University Centers for Disease Control (CDC) IBM Georgia Tech Research Institute Georgia Tech Biology Department Hewitt Associates GE Power Systems Energy Services Tech

• Dr. Ted Monitz – Cardiology

Velocity Sports Powers Ferry Animal Hospital Moreland Altoballi, Inc - Architecture Medical Legal Art – Medical Illustration Walgreen’s Pharmacy Kaiser Permanente – AIDS Research Baudry Architectural, Inc. Kroger Pharmacy East Valley Elementary School

• Dr. Gerden – Dermatology

Georgia Tech Physics Department Georgia Tech Emory Center – Bioengineering

Magnet Internship Mentors

Coca-Cola Enterprises Piedmont Hospital Stanley D. Lindsey and Associates Foreman Seely Fountain Architects PFVS Architects Montrose Animal Hospital Personal Training Institute The Tensar Group Atlanta Orthopedic Specialists Animal Hospital of East Cobb North Georgia Oncology Centers Kaiser Permanente Foxdale Equine Veterinary Services Borland Software Corp Georgia Pacific

• Dr. Harold Enoch – Orthodontics

Massey Automotive

• Dr. David Kurtzman D.D.S – Dentistry

U.S. District Attorney’s Office Jordan & Skala Engineers Zoo Atlanta

Georgia Institute of Technology Georgia Tech Research Institute Georgia Tech CEISMC Program Emory University Kennesaw State University Southern Polytechnic State University NIDA Corporation GE Sevaa

Institutional & Industry Partners

National Science Competitions

Intel Science Talent Search

6 Semifinalists

Siemens Competition in Math, Science, & Technology

2 Regional Finalists 6 Semifinalists Young Epidemiology Scholars Finalists

Appeals to top universities

Advantages of the Center for Advanced Studies

Extra Curricular Activities

All students are eligible and encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities

▶ Band ▶ Orchestra ▶ Chorus ▶ Drama ▶ Athletics ▶ Student Council ▶ Science Bowl ▶ Odyssey of the Mind ▶ Debate Team ▶ Math Team ▶ Journalism ▶ Language Clubs ▶ Science Olympiad ▶ Academic Bowl ▶ FBLA ▶ Leadership Club ▶ Habitat for Humanity ▶ Key Club ▶ Junior Civitans ▶ FCA ▶ Environmental Club ▶ Robotics

BEST Robotics FRC (FIRST Robotics Competition) FTC (FIRST Tech Challenge) GRITS Competition FLL Mentors (FIRST LEGO League) ROBO Chix

CircuitRunners Robotics

Athletics

▶ Basketball ▶ Baseball ▶ Cheerleading ▶ Cricket ▶ Cross Country ▶ Football ▶ Softball ▶ Volleyball ▶ Swimming ▶ Wrestling ▶ Lacrosse ▶ Soccer ▶ Tennis ▶ Track ▶ Water Polo

Eligibility Requirements for Application

Eighth grade students Reside in CCSD by enrollment

Magnet Admissions

Evaluated on the following criteria: Middle school math & science grades (16%) Middle school standardized test scores (30%) Teacher Recommendations (15%) ReadiStep or PSSS scores (30%) Extra curricular, leadership, etc (9%)

Magnet Admissions

Class of 2017

484 applicants

2018 Profile

624 applicants ITBS Scores (Average) Mid 50% Reading: 94-99 Mid 50% Math: 97-99 Mid 50% Science: 92-99

Magnet Admissions

Common Application for all Cobb Magnet Programs https://magnet.cobbk12.org Admissions info www.wheelermagnet.com

Admissions

Important Dates

December 5, 2014 - Application Deadline January 20, 2014 - PSSS Testing for Non-CCSD students only!!! February 20, 2015, Admissions Notifications Posted March 12, 2015 - Open House for Accepted Students March 23, 2015 - Deadline to indicate intent online March 31 & April 2, 2015 - Class of 2019 Advisement

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