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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:

Carter G. Woodson Preparatory Academy (grades K-5); Lamar Allen, (859) 381-4670

Dixie Magnet Elementary (grades K-5); Cynthia Bruno, (859) 381-3116

Maxwell Spanish Immersion Elementary (grades K-5); Matthew Spottswood, (859) 381-3516

Rise STEM Academy for Girls (grades K-8); Jennifer Jacobs, (859) 381-4720

Middle School Options:

Carter G. Woodson Academy (grades 6-12); Nekesha Cozart, (859) 381-3933

Lexington Traditional Magnet School (STEM & arts) (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); Jennifer O'Brien 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 Roche Youngworth, (859) 381-4749

STEAM Academy (grades 9-12); Chris Flores, (859) 381-3033


Web tip: The URL shortcut to this page is fcps.net/magnet

Contact us

Vee Pryor,
programs manager
(859) 381-2105

Look for the program that interests you!

Admission process:

Visit our Application page for the latest details, including the Innovative Programs Showcase, the application window, and a link to the online form.