School Choice Services Overview - Magnet Programs, Charter Schools, and More

Explore the diverse educational offerings provided by School Choice Services, including Magnet Programs for students from kindergarten through grade 12, with a variety of specialized subjects. Learn about Charter Schools sponsored by OCPS, offering unique educational opportunities to Orange County students.

• Education
• School Choice
• Magnet Programs
• Charter Schools
• Student Opportunities

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1. School Choice Services Options January 19, 2024

2. Introductions and Overview School Choice Services Greg Moody Executive Leader Dr. Kia Scott Senior Director (Charter Schools, Home Education, Opportunity Scholarship Program) Dr. Kimberly Marlow Director (Magnet Schools and Programs, Extended Day Programs)

3. Departments within School Choice Services

4. Magnet Programs & Schools Dr. Kimberly Marlow

5. Magnet Opportunities

6. Magnet Information Magnets are available for students from kindergarten through grade 12 Elementary, Middle, and High School Magnets 41 Total Magnet Programs and Schools 10 Elementary 7 Middle School 24 High School

7. Magnet Facts 7,000+ students currently enrolled in magnets There s Something for Everyone! Programs range from culinary to first responder to performing arts to animal science to STEM and more for students entering kindergarten to grade 12 in school year 2024-2025

8. Magnet Application Window November 1, 2023, to February 15, 2024 Virtual Magnet Fair to Promote magnets Open House and Virtual Tours Lottery Dates for School Year 24-25 February 22, 2024 April 17, 2024

9. Charter Schools Dr. Kia Sweeney Scott

10. Charter School Information

11. OCPS Charter School Information Currently, OCPS sponsors 42 operating charter schools. There are a total of 17,685 Orange County students attending charter schools (9%) . There is 1 school deferred to open in August 2024 and a recent school approval. Charter applications may be submitted at any time.

12. Program Focus Areas Autism Spectrum Disorder Positive Behavior Support Credit Recovery / Dropout Retrieval and Prevention Character Education / Leadership Skills Health Wellness Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Career Academy Learning Disabilities

13. Charter School FAQs Who can attend charter schools? How are students selected / enrolled? Do charter schools provide transportation? Do charter schools provide exceptional student services? How are charter schools held accountable? Are charter school teachers certified? Are charter schools run by for-profit management companies?

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15. School Choice Services Contact Information