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C ENTER FOR A DVANCED S TUDIES W HEELER H IGH S CHOOL STEM Certified & STEAM Inspired for Student Success Wheeler Magnet Opened Doors in 2000 First STEM Certified Program in Georgia Received TAG Award in 2012 for Outreach STEM
“STEM Certified & STEAM Inspired” for Student Success
Opened Doors in 2000 First STEM Certified Program in Georgia Received TAG Award in 2012 for Outreach “STEM Certified and STEAM Inspired” Nationally Recognized STEM Program
An Exceptional & Distinctive 4-year STEM Magnet Program for Academically Advanced Students
421 Students Enrolled from 54 Different Schools Class of 2015 Average SAT = 2064
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Medical Biotechnology and Forensic Science Mechanical Engineering and Robotics Advanced Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Research Integration in Math and Science
Magnet Biochemistry/Forensics Advanced DNA/Genetics Research Aerospace Engineering Advanced Physics & Robotics Organic Chemistry Chemical Engineering Advanced Scientific Research Advanced Scientific Internship Georgia Tech Calculus II & III
Traditional
9th grade
Environmental Science or Biology
10th grade
Biology or Chemistry
11th grade
Chemistry or Physics
12th grade
AP Science Elective
Magnet
9th grade
Magnet Biology & Magnet Chemistry
Mag Foundations or Foundations of Eng 10th grade
AP Physics Biochem AP Science
11th grade
AP Science(s) Post-AP Science
12th grade
Advanced Scientific Internship & Research Post AP or AP Science
Traditional (Advanced)
9th grade
Algebra/Geometry A
10th grade
Geometry B/Algebra 2
11th grade
PreCalculus
12th grade
AP Calculus AB/BC Honors Calculus
Magnet
9th grade
Geometry B/Algebra 2 Honors Geometry Honors Algebra
10th grade
Honors Pre-Calculus
11th grade
AP Calculus AB/BC AP Statistics (Elective)
12th grade
GT Calculus II & III Multivariable Calculus
Traditional
9th grade
Algebra 1
10th grade
Geometry
11th grade
Algebra 2
12th grade
Precalculus
▶ Chemistry Research Lab ▶ DNA / Genetics Lab ▶ Advanced Physics / Robotics Lab & Workshop ▶ Engineering Lab ▶ Drafting / CAD Lab ▶ Electronics / Telecommunications Lab ▶ Healthcare Lab
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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
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Five 3D Printers
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Chemical Reactor / Bio-fermenter
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Class set of iPads
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2 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
Emphasis and Opportunities for Leadership and Community Service
Annual individual academic advisements Personalized Scheduling
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)
Technology Integration in all classes
Internship and Research Senior Experience
Appeals to top universities
Intel Science Talent Search
6 Semifinalists
Siemens Competition in Math, Science, & Technology
2 Regional Finalists 6 Semifinalists Young Epidemiology Scholars Finalists
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
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Eligibility Requirements for Application
Eighth grade students Reside in CCSD by enrollment
Evaluated on the following criteria: Middle school math & science grades (16%) Middle school standardized test scores (30%) Teacher Recommendations (15%) PSAT-8/9 or PSSS (30%) Extra curricular, leadership, etc (9%)
2018 Profile 624 applicants 2019 Profile 660 applicants
ITBS Scores (Average) Reading: 95 Math: 96 Science: 93 Readistep/PSSS Verbal: 92 Math: 95
Common Application for all Cobb Magnet Programs https://magnet.cobbk12.org Admissions info www.wheelermagnet.com
October 2015 - PSAT 8/9 Testing for CCSD students December 7, 2015- Application Deadline January 16, 2015 - PSSS Testing for Non-CCSD students only! February 19, 2016, Admissions Notifications Posted March 10, 2016 - Open House for Accepted Students March 21, 2016 - Deadline to indicate intent online March 29 & 31 - Class of 2020 Advisement
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Unparalleled Research Opportunities
Students frame, execute and present independent scientific research, performed at
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“STEM Certified & STEAM Inspired” for Student Success
from 9th through 12th grade
around a culture of support for the student through collaboration with the teachers
Some examples of programs that support the students:
by grade level
parents on topics of interest)
readiness program, is a big part of this process
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Magnet Biology and Magnet Chemistry
magnet student with the skills and knowledge necessary to be successful in AP-level classes.
Magnet Foundations
requires students to utilize software like Photoshop, CAD, and Flash Animation to complete student-centered projects
Foundations of Engineering
projects that require students to utilize basic engineering concepts
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These science classes are taught by specially trained faculty at an undergraduate college level and can earn the student credit or accelerated placement in college
We offer a wide range of AP Science opportunity to our students:
AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Environmental Science AP Physics I AP Physics II AP Physics C
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These diverse courses offer students the
science beyond the standard AP courses
DNA/Genetics Organic Chemistry Chemical Engineering Robotics Aerospace Engineering
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We also offer other science courses that allows students to explore a wide range of science concepts
Astronomy Earth/Space Science Biochemistry Zoology Honors Anatomy Honors Forensics
Math Sequence
have mathematical foundation necessary for AP Physics 1
Multivariable Calculus Advanced Mathematical Topics AP Statistics
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Freshman Math *
AND Honors Algebra II
* Entering students will be individually advised for placement
In the Math Classroom
algebraically, and graphically
Notebook
STEAM Symposium Algebra II Project Angry Birds Project
Software and Technology
Calculus
2015 AP Calculus BC Exam Results
exam
higher
Math Team
school
Invitational tournaments
State competition
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