Magnet Schools & Programs
Our magnet schools and programs foster higher achievement, encourage creativity, open the door to other cultures, and provide an array of educational choices that focus on the specific needs, interests, and abilities of our students. Students accepted into magnet programs leave their regular schools in order to study in the specialty area of their choice.
For more information, please visit the specific webpage or call the program director or principal.
Elementary Options:
Dixie Magnet Elementary (grades K-5); Cynthia Bruno, (859) 381-3116
George Washington Carver STEM Academy for Boys (grades K-5); Lamar Allen, (859) 381-4670
Maxwell Spanish Immersion Elementary (grades K-5); Matthew Spottswood, (859) 381-3516
Rise STEM Academy for Girls (grades K-5); Jennifer Jacobs, (859) 381-4720
Middle School Options:
Carter G. Woodson Academy (grades 6-12); Nekesha Cozart, (859) 381-3933
Lexington Traditional Magnet School (Visual & Performing Arts hub) (grades 6-8); Bryne Jacobs, (859) 381-3192
Rise STEM Academy for Girls (grades K-8); Jennifer Jacobs, (859) 381-4720
Spanish Immersion at Bryan Station (grades 6-12); Laura Roche Youngworth, (859) 381-4749
High School Options:
Biomedical Science Pathway at Frederick Douglass High School (grades 9-12); David Salyers or Johanna Rosevear, (859) 381-3780
Carter G. Woodson Academy (grades 6-12); Nekesha Cozart, (859) 381-3933
International Baccalaureate Diploma Program at Tates Creek High School (grades 9-12); John Hatfield, (859) 381-3620
Spanish Immersion at Bryan Station (grades 6-12); Laura R. Youngworth, (859) 381-4749
STEAM Academy (grades 9-12); Chris Flores, (859) 381-3033
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Contact:
Vee Pryor,
programs manager
(859) 381-2105
Admissions Process:
Visit our Application page for the latest details, including the Innovative Programs Showcase, the application window, and a link to the online form.