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Important Dates
                                                                          OCTOBER 1 – DECEMBER 1, 2020:
                                                Middle School & High School Magnet Application Period
                                                                               JANUARY 1 – MARCH 1, 2021:
                                                 Elementary School Magnet & Elementary Region School
                                                                  Application Period
                                                                                FEBRUARY 1 – APRIL 1, 2021:
                                                                                      Transfer Application Period
                                                                                       APRIL 1 – MAY 1, 2021:
                                                                                 Controlled Open Enrollment
                                                                                     Application Period

Table of Contents                                                                                                                        Visit
                                                                                                                    www.seminoleschoolchoicesapplication.us
Information Expo & Magnet Nights .  .  .  .  . 1
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 2                                                                          to apply!
Keys to Making an Informed Choice
Elementary Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Elementary Region School Zones .  .  .  .  .  .  . 4
Region School Zone Checklist:
How Do I Apply? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

                                                                                                           A NOTE FROM
Elementary School Magnets .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 6
Elementary Magnets Checklist:
How Do I Apply? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Elementary School Transfer Options .  .  .  . 8
Elementary Transfer Checklist:
                                                                                                           THE SUPERINTENDENT
                                                                                                          “
How Do I Apply?  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 9
                                                                                                              As a premiere national school district, SCPS takes pride
MIDDLE SCHOOLS .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 10
                                                                                                          in providing opportunities for our students to thrive. The
Keys To Making an Informed Choice—
Middle Schools .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 11                              Student Assignment and Program Access Department
Middle School Magnets .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 12                                            implements that mission by connecting students with
Middle School Magnets Checklist:                                                                          personalized learning opportunities. These options help
How Do I Apply? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
                                                                                                          students discover their passion and empower them to
SCPS Pre-IB Preparatory Program .  .  .  .  . 14
                                                                                                          explore their own educational pathway. Our goal is to
Middle School Transfer Options  .  .  .  .  .  . 16
Middle School Transfer Checklist:                                                                         provide students access to educational environments that
How Do I Apply?  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 17                                  match their special interests and allow them to develop
HIGH SCHOOLS .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 18
Keys to Making an Informed Choice—
                                                                                                          skills that contribute to their ongoing success.
                                                                                                                                                             ”
High Schools .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 19
High School Magnets .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 20
High School Magnets Checklist:
How Do I Apply? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
High School Transfer Options  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 22
High School Transfer Checklist:                                                                                                  Walt Griffin, Superintendent
How Do I Apply?  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 23                                                      Seminole County Public Schools
High School Programs of Emphasis .  .  .  . 24
2021-2022 Calendar .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 25
Frequently Asked Questions  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 26                                                                                                         TM

Online Application  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 27
Key Policies .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 28
Glossary of Terms .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 29
2021-2022 SCHOOL CHOICE GUIDE - Seminole County ...
Explore
                          unique programs

                                              FOR SCHOOL TOURS AND
                                             EVENTS, PLEASE CONTACT
                                            EACH INDIVIDUAL SCHOOL.

                                                    Elementary School Magnet
                                                   contact information page 6.

                                                        Middle School Magnet
                                                  contact information page 12.

                                                           High School Magnet
                                                  contact information page 20.

Stay tuned to
WWW.SCPS.K12.FL.US
for updates on upcoming
SCPS School Choice
Events.

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Elementary schools

                     Elementary schools
                     (GRADES K-5)
                     Student Assignment Processes and School Choice Options
                     Seminole County Public Schools manages a wide variety of student assignment and school choice transfer
                     options in an effort to accommodate family choice to the maximum extent possible while also seeking
                     to minimize overcrowded conditions, promote and maintain diverse student enrollment, support the
                     implementation of ePathways initiatives to the maximum extent possible, and maintain compliance with
                     any state required mandates. These processes and options are outlined over the next several pages.

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School Research Checklist:
                                                                              Visit school websites
                                                                              (www.scps.k12.fl.us/schools/school-listings)

                                                                              Attend a school choice event
      Keys to making an                                                       Contact the school

      informed choice                                                         Take a tour of the school

      Quick Facts About the School:
      School Name:

      Phone Number:

      School Hours:                                                Office Hours:

      Transportation Available:                 School Size:                         Class Size:

      Parent Teacher Association (PTA):                       Student Advisory Council (SAC):

      Other Volunteer Opportunities:

      School Tour Observation Checklist:                             Key Questions to Ask:
            he classrooms look cheerful and students seem
           T                                                         •   Does this school have a particular educational
           happy and engaged.                                            philosophy, mission, or theme?

            tudent work is displayed and it seems appropriate
           S                                                         •   How does the school keep parents informed of
           for the grade level.                                          school information and activities?

           Teachers seem enthusiastic and knowledgeable.            •   How is technology used to support teaching and
                                                                         learning at this school?
            he principal seems confident and interested in
           T
           interacting with students, teachers, and parents.         •   What extracurricular opportunities (sports, clubs,
                                                                         community services, competitions) are available for
            here is a playground, gym, field space, or athletic
           T                                                             students?
           facility.
                                                                     •   Does the school have a program for gifted students?
            here are unique, fun, and interesting learning
           T
           spaces besides just regular classrooms.                   •   How does this school support students who have
                                                                         academic, social, or emotional difficulties?
            acilities are well-maintained and the grounds are
           F
           secure but inviting.                                      •   What professional development opportunities do
                                                                         teachers have?

                                                                     •   Does the school offer physical education, art, and
                                                                         music classes?
Questions for Elementary Schools:                                    •   Does the school make an effort to provide activities
•   Is quality child care available before and after                     that create a sense of community?
    school?
                                                                     •   What are some of the school's greatest
•   How much outdoor time do kids get each day?                          accomplishments?

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Elementary Region School zones
                                                 Students residing in Region 1, Region 2, or Region 3 are assigned to
                                                 any one of the three schools by the Student Assignment & Program
                                                 Access Department. Families must receive a school assignment from
                                                 the Student Assignment & Program Access Department before they can
                                                 enroll at a school.
                                                 • P
                                                    arents/Guardians residing in an elementary region school zone will
                                                   designate by rank order their preference for their student among the
                                                   schools located within the region.
                                                 • Student assignment will be based upon the following criteria –
                                                    preference zone, full time site-based employee, sibling placement,
                                                    socioeconomic diversity, family preference, and capacity.
                                                 • Transportation is provided to all students who live more than 2 miles
                                                    from their assigned school.

January 1 –
March 1, 2021                                    There is a sibling link for students to attend the same school that
                                                 his/her sibling currently attends and will continue to attend. The
                                                 new student is required to submit an application during the on time
On Time Application Period
                                                 application period. Current students do not need to re-apply.

Region 1                                         Region 2                                       Region 3

 Bentley Elementary                               Bentley Elementary                            Hamilton Elementary
                                                                                                School of Engineering
 Idyllwilde Elementary                            Crystal Lake Elementary                       & Technology
 Future Ready Academy
                                                  Wicklow Elementary                            Midway Elementary
 Wilson Elementary                                Magnet School for                             School of the Arts
                                                  Global Pathways
                                                                                                Pine Crest Elementary
                                                                                                Magnet School of Innovation

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How to Apply for an

Elementary Region School Zone
STEP
       COMPLETE THE APPROPRIATE REGION
 1     SCHOOL ZONE APPLICATION BASED
       UPON YOUR ADDRESS.
       •   Apply online at www.seminoleschoolchoicesapplication.us

STEP
       SUBMIT THE REGION SCHOOL APPLICATION
 2     VIA THE ONLINE APPLICATION SYSTEM.
       •   Confirmation email will be sent upon submission.
       •   If you do not receive a confirmation email, you did not submit the
           application.

STEP
       RECEIVE A SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT EMAIL.
 3     •   On time lottery applications = school assignment email sent in late
           March/early April each year.
       •   Late/ongoing applications = school assignment email sent within 24-48
           hours.
       •   Even if assigned to your second or third choice school, a family must
           register at the assigned school in order to remain in the wait pool for their
           first choice school.
       •   Student assignment will be based upon the following criteria — preference
           zone, full time site-based employee, sibling placement, socioeconomic
           diversity, family preference, and capacity.

STEP
       REVIEW THE SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT EMAIL AND COMPLETE
 4     THE APPROPRIATE STEPS FOR ENROLLMENT.
       •   The school is responsible for checking all required enrollment
           documentation and verifying residency.
       •   All school assignments have an enrollment deadline.
       •   If the parents/guardians do not enroll their child by the stated deadline,
           they will be required to submit a new region school application.

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January 1 –
March 1, 2021
On Time Application Period
                                                        Elementary School Magnets
There is a sibling link for students                    • M
                                                           agnet Schools & Magnet Programs are high-quality and innovative
to attend the same school that his/                       educational programs that specialize in a particular theme and are open to
her sibling currently attends and                         all Seminole County students who meet the eligibility requirements.
will continue to attend. The new                        • Transportation
                                                                       is provided to all students who live more than 2 miles from
student is required to submit an                          the school/program.
application during the application                      • P
                                                           rogram Links are available from specified elementary schools to specified
period. Current students do not                           middle schools per School Board Policy 5120. Applications must be
need to re-apply.                                         submitted during the on time application period in order for the specified
                                                          link to be applied.

         GOLDSBORO ELEMENTARY                                 HAMILTON ELEMENTARY                                 IDYLLWILDE ELEMENTARY
         Math, Science, & Technology                          School of Engineering & Technology                  Future Ready Academy
         Magnet School                                        1501 East 8th St. • Sanford, FL                     430 Vihlen Rd. • Sanford, FL
         1300 West 20th St. • Sanford, FL                     407.320.6050                                        407.320.3750
         407.320.5850                                         www.hamilton.scps.k12.fl.us                         www.idyllwilde.scps.k12.fl.us
         www.goldsboro.scps.k12.fl.us
                                                    • H
                                                       amilton Innovators work collaboratively to       • Seeking International Baccalaureate
• G oldsboro Kid’s Space Center allows students      think like engineers and tackle real-world            Primary Years Program (IB PYP)
   to simulate launches and moon landings by          problems. Students ask, imagine, plan,                authorization by 2021.
   testing their skills as a space pilot.             create, and improve engineering designs            • The IB PYP challenges students to think for
• Bioscience Lab allows students to delve            that include units on playgrounds, planetary          themselves and take responsibility for their
   deeper into the structure and function of living   rovers, roller coasters, windmills, light mazes,      learning as they explore and seek solutions
   things and understanding living and nonliving      and more.                                             to local and global issues.
   aspects of systems.                              •  he Innovator’s Design Lab, Discovery Hub,
                                                      T                                                  • The Leader in Me® is a whole school
• Engineering and Computer Science Labs             and Robotics Center allow students to take a          transformation model that empowers
   provide students a solid foundation in the         project from idea to completion. Interactive          students with the leadership and life skills
   basics of coding and programming in real           spaces give students a way to link classroom          they need to thrive in the 21st century.
   world experiences using modern robotics            lessons with hands-on experiments,
   and drones.                                        computer coding, robotics, along with virtual
                                                      and augmented reality experiences.
                                                                                                                  WICKLOW ELEMENTARY
   PROGRAM LINK TO SANFORD                                                                                        Magnet School for Global Pathways
   MIDDLE SCHOOL                                       tudents put their engineering skills to the
                                                    • S
                                                                                                                  100 Placid Lake Dr. • Sanford, FL
                                                      test in our award-winning competition clubs
                                                                                                                  407.320.1250
          MIDWAY ELEMENTARY                           including First LEGO League Robotics,
                                                                                                                  www.wicklow.scps.k12.fl.us
          School of the Arts                          Mathletes, Rube Goldberg, and SECME
                                                      teams.
          2368 Brisson Ave. • Sanford, FL
                                                      PROGRAM LINK TO MILWEE                             • S eeking International Baccalaureate
          407.320.5950
                                                      MIDDLE SCHOOL                                         Primary Years Program (IB PYP)
          www.midway.scps.k12.fl.us                                                                         authorization by 2021.
                                                              PINE CREST ELEMENTARY                      • Spanish and French World Language
• A RTFUL LEARNING® infuses arts into all                    Magnet School of Innovation                   instruction and the Dual Language Program
   academic areas and builds creativity in the                                                              provide students with an immersive global
                                                              405 West 27th St. • Sanford, FL
   learning process.                                                                                        language experience.
                                                              407.320.5450
• Students become performers and explore                     www.pinecrest.scps.k12.fl.us               • Disney Musicals in Schools partnership with
  careers through unique studios specializing                                                               the Dr. Phillips Center provides students
  in dance, instrumental band, vocal music,                                                                 the opportunity to produce, direct, and
  orchestra, visual art, and computer                 • S
                                                         tudents experience Computer Science
                                                                                                            choreograph a Disney KIDS musical.
  science/coding.                                       immersion which lays the foundation for
                                                        pursuing high demand jobs of tomorrow.
• Annual Broadway show allows students to
   experience all facets of theatre in a full-scale   • P
                                                         hab Lab combines Computer Science
   setting: stage presence, acting, singing,            and problem solving opportunities which
   dancing, lighting, set design, and audio/visual.     transitions students from just players into
   PROGRAM LINK TO MILLENNIUM                           creators.
   MIDDLE SCHOOL                                      • B
                                                         rand new innovative school campus beams
                                                        with state-of-the-art collaborative spaces
                                                        and technology.
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For families residing in elementary
                                                                                              region school zones, magnet
                                                                                               placement will trump region
                                                                                                school zone placement and

How to Apply for an                                                                                  result in region school
                                                                                                          zone applications

Elementary School Magnet                                                                                  being withdrawn.

STEP                                                          STEP
                                                                         RECEIVE A MAGNET SCHOOL
 1     DETERMINE IF YOUR CHILD
       IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR A
                                                                4        NOTIFICATION EMAIL.
       MAGNET SCHOOL.                                                    •    On time lottery applications = school
       •   If your family is zoned to an elementary                           assignment email sent in late March/early
           region school zone (Region 1, Region 2,                            April each year.
           Region 3), you would access the magnet                        •    Based upon limited seat availability, even
           schools in your school zone via the                                some on time applicants may receive a wait
           elementary region school zone application.                         list email.
       •   If your family is zoned to an elementary                      •    Late applications = will be placed on the
           region school zone, you would access                               wait list for that specific program.
           the magnet schools outside of your
           school zone via the elementary magnet              STEP
                                                                         ACCEPT YOUR CHILD’S MAGNET
       •
           application (proceed to next step).
           For families residing in elementary region
                                                                5        SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT OR WAIT
           school zones, magnet placement will trump                     LIST SEAT VIA THE ONLINE
           region school zone placement and result                       APPLICATION SYSTEM.
           in region school zone applications being                      •    Log into your parent/guardian account at
           withdrawn.                                                         www.seminoleschoolchoicesapplication.us.
       •   All Seminole County families living in single                 •    Find the “magnet school applications” tab
           school zones (i.e. - Lake Mary, Heathrow,                          in the middle of the screen and accept your
           Wekiva, Stenstrom, etc.) would access the                          child’s seat placement.
           magnet schools via the elementary magnet
           application (proceed to next step).                STEP
                                                                         IF ACCEPTED INTO A MAGNET
STEP                                                            6        SCHOOL, FAMILIES MUST
       COMPLETE THE APPROPRIATE                                          COMPLETE THE APPROPRIATE
 2     MAGNET SCHOOL APPLICATION.                                        STEPS FOR ENROLLMENT.
       •   Apply online at                                               •    The school is responsible for checking all
           www.seminoleschoolchoicesapplication.us.                           required enrollment documentation and
       •   Students may only apply to one magnet                              verifying residency.
           program.                                                      •    All magnet school acceptance notifications
                                                                              have an enrollment deadline.
STEP
       SUBMIT THE MAGNET SCHOOL                                          •    If the parents/guardians do not enroll their
 3     APPLICATION VIA THE ONLINE                                             child by the stated deadline, they will be
                                                                              required to submit a new magnet school
       APPLICATION SYSTEM.
                                                                              application and their child will be placed on
       •   Confirmation email will be sent upon                               the wait list.
           submission.
       •   If you do not receive a confirmation email,
           you did not submit the application.

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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
                                                 TRANSFER OPTIONS

    SCPS EMPLOYEE                                ANNUALLY DEFINED                             MCKAY SCHOLARSHIP
    STUDENT TRANSFER                             TRANSFERS
                                                                                              • P
                                                                                                 arent/Guardian must file an
    • S
       chool choice option permitted                                                           intent for a McKay Scholarship
                                                 • S
                                                    chool choice options permitted
      under School Board Policy 5120                                                            on the Florida Department of
                                                   under School Board Policy 5120
      allows Seminole County Public                                                             Education (DOE) website at
                                                   are designed to offer one year
      School employees to bring their                                                           www.floridaschoolchoice.org
                                                   educational choice options for
      children to the site at which they                                                        to determine eligibility.
                                                   families in unique circumstances
      work or to transfer their children to        in an effort to provide educational        • If a parent/guardian elects to
      a specifically designated employee           consistency for students and families.        use the McKay Scholarship for a
      transfer school.
                                                 • Transportation is not generally              public school choice option the
    • Transportation is not provided.               provided for these options.                  Exceptional Student Support
                                                                                                 Services Department will ensure
                                                 • Academic Year Completion Transfer
                                                                                                 IEP requirements and class size
    CAPACITY TRANSFER                            • Pending Move Transfer                        restrictions are reviewed.
    • S
       chool choice option permitted            • Rising 5th Grade Student Transfer
      under School Board Policy 5120             • Sibling of Exceptional Education          MAXIMIZATION TRANSFER
      allows students to transfer between           Student Transfer
      designated Over-Capacity schools                                                        • S
                                                                                                 chool choice option permitted
      and designated Under-Capacity                                                             under School Board Policy 5120
      schools.                                   CONTROLLED OPEN                                allows students to transfer between
                                                 ENROLLMENT                                     designated Under-Capacity schools
    • T
       ransportation is not provided.
                                                                                                and designated greater Under-
    • A
       ll available options are published       • S
                                                    chool choice option permitted
                                                                                                Capacity schools in order to make
      annually.                                    under School Board Policy 5121
                                                                                                the most efficient use of available
                                                   allows students the opportunity to
                                                                                                space and maximize school choice
                                                   apply to a specifically designated
    DIVERSITY TRANSFER                                                                          options for families.
                                                   controlled open enrollment Seminole
                                                   County Public School outside their         • Transportation is not provided.
    • S
       chool choice option permitted
                                                   geographic attendance zone.                • A
                                                                                                 ll available options are published
      under School Board Policy 5120
      allows student transfers that bring        • Transportation is not provided.              annually.
      schools closer to the average              • A
                                                    ll available options are published
      percentage of students approved              annually.
      for free/reduced price meal benefits
      at the elementary, middle, and high
      school levels.
    • T
       ransportation is provided to a
      designated school. Other school
      choices are without transportation.
    • All available options are published
      annually.

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How to Apply for an

Elementary School
Transfer Option
STEP
       DETERMINE IF YOUR CHILD QUALIFIES FOR A PUBLISHED,
 1     ALLOWABLE TRANSFER OPTION.
       •   Review the Capacity, Diversity, & Maximization Chart published in February.
       •   Review the SCPS Employee Student Transfer Information Item published in February.
       •   Review the Controlled Open Enrollment Information Item published in April.

STEP
       COMPLETE THE APPROPRIATE TRANSFER APPLICATION.
 2     •   Apply online at www.seminoleschoolchoicesapplication.us.
       •   Select from the menu of allowable options for your student.
       •   Students may only apply for one transfer option.

STEP
       SUBMIT THE TRANSFER APPLICATION VIA THE ONLINE APPLICATION
 3     SYSTEM.
       •   Confirmation email will be sent upon submission.
       •   If you do not receive a confirmation email, you did not submit the application.
       •   Please check the Student Assignment & Program Access Department website for specific
           application timelines.

STEP
       RECEIVE A TRANSFER REQUEST NOTIFICATION EMAIL.
 4
       •   This email notification will inform parents/guardians if the request was approved
           or denied.
       •   If request is denied there will be a reason for the denial in the email notification.

STEP
       IF A TRANSFER REQUEST IS APPROVED, FAMILIES MUST COMPLETE
 5     THE APPROPRIATE STEPS FOR ENROLLMENT.
       •   The school is responsible for checking all required enrollment documentation and
           verifying residency.
       •   All approved transfer notifications have an enrollment deadline.
       •   If the parents/guardians do not enroll their child by the stated deadline, they will be
           required to submit a new transfer application.

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Middle schools

                   Middle schools
                   (Grades 6-8)
                   Student Assignment Processes and School Choice Options
                   Seminole County Public Schools manages a wide variety of student assignment and school choice transfer
                   options in an effort to accommodate family choice to the maximum extent possible while also seeking
                   to minimize overcrowded conditions, promote and maintain diverse student enrollment, support the
                   implementation of ePathways initiatives to the maximum extent possible, and maintain compliance with
                   any state required mandates. These processes and options are outlined over the next several pages.

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School Research Checklist:
                                                                                  Visit school websites
                                                                                  (www.scps.k12.fl.us/schools/school-listings)

                                                                                  Attend a school choice event
       Keys to making an                                                          Contact the school

       informed choice                                                            Take a tour of the school

       Quick Facts About the School:
       School Name:

       Phone Number:

       School Hours:                                                   Office Hours:

       Transportation Available:                   School Size:                          Class Size:

       Parent Teacher Association (PTA):                          Student Advisory Council (SAC):

       Other Volunteer Opportunities:

       School Tour Observation Checklist:                                Key Questions to Ask:
             he classrooms look cheerful and students seem
            T                                                            •   Does this school have a particular educational
            happy and engaged.                                               philosophy, mission, or theme?

             tudent work is displayed and it seems appropriate
            S                                                            •   How does the school keep parents informed of
            for the grade level.                                             school information and activities?

            Teachers seem enthusiastic and knowledgeable.               •   How is technology used to support teaching and
                                                                             learning at this school?
             he principal seems confident and interested in
            T
            interacting with students, teachers, and parents.            •   What extracurricular opportunities (sports, clubs,
                                                                             community services, competitions) are available for
            There is a gym, field space, or athletic facility.              students?
             here are unique, fun, and interesting learning
            T                                                            •   Does the school have a program for gifted students?
            spaces besides just regular classrooms.
                                                                         •   How does this school support students who have
             acilities are well-maintained and the grounds are
            F                                                                academic, social, or emotional difficulties?
            secure but inviting.
                                                                         •   What professional development opportunities do
                                                                             teachers have?

                                                                         •   Does the school offer physical education, art, and
Questions for Middle Schools:                                                music classes?

•   How does the school prepare students for major                       •   Does the school make an effort to provide activities
    academic decisions that will define their options in                     that create a sense of community?
    high school and beyond?                                              •   What are some of the school's greatest
•   Are world languages classes (French, Spanish, etc.)                      accomplishments?
    offered to students?
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October 1 –
December 1,
2020           On Time
               Application Period
                                                Middle School Magnets
 There is a sibling link for students
                                                • M
                                                   agnet Schools & Magnet Programs are high-quality and innovative educational
 to attend the same school that his/
                                                  programs that specialize in a particular theme and are open to all Seminole County
 her sibling currently attends and                students who meet the eligibility requirements.
 will continue to attend. The new
                                                • T
                                                   ransportation is provided to all students who live more than 2 miles from the
 student is required to submit an                 school/program.
 application during the application
                                                • P
                                                   rogram Links are available from specified middle schools to specified high schools
 period. Current students do not
                                                  per School Board Policy 5120. Applications must be submitted during the on time
 need to re-apply.                                application period in order for the specified link to be applied.

                     MILLENNIUM MIDDLE SCHOOL                                                    MILWEE MIDDLE SCHOOL
                     Fine Arts and Communication Magnet                                          Pre-Engineering Magnet
                     Offering SCPS Pre-IB Preparatory Program                                    Offering SCPS Pre-IB Preparatory Program
                     2330 East SR 46 • Sanford, FL                                               1341 South Ronald Reagan Blvd. • Longwood, FL
                     407-320-6550 • www.millennium.scps.k12.fl.us                                407-746-3850 • www.milwee.scps.k12.fl.us

     • Unique
              course options in performing arts and visual                 • Project Lead the Way partnership engages students in
       arts include musical theatre, ballet, advanced orchestra,                computer science, architecture, and medical science
       puppetry, costume creation, and art portfolio.                           activities.

     • P
        erforming Arts events allow students to showcase their              • Amazing experiences outside of the classroom include
       talents in front of live audiences in areas such as theatre,             FIRST LEGO league, Technology Student Association (TSA),
                                                                                Student Astronaut Challenge, SECME, and school wide field
       dance, chorus, band, guitar, and orchestra.
                                                                                trips to Kennedy Space Center, Lake Lotus Park, Sea World,
     • T
        he stunning campus features over a dozen dedicated                     and the Natural History Museum.
       visual & performing arts classrooms along with a state-of-            • Unique learning spaces enhance Robotics, Engineering, and
       the-art auditorium.                                                      Environmental exploration.
                                                                                PROGRAM LINK TO THE ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING
                                                                                AT LYMAN HIGH SCHOOL

                     SANFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL                                                   SOUTH SEMINOLE ACADEMY
                     Math, Science, and Technology Magnet                                    Leadership, Law, & Advanced Studies

                     Offering SCPS Pre-IB Preparatory Program                                Offering SCPS Pre-IB Preparatory Program
                     1700 South French Ave. • Sanford, FL                                    101 South Winter Park Dr. • Casselberry, FL
                     407-320-6150 • www.sanford.scps.k12.fl.us                               407-746-1350 • www.ssa.scps.k12.fl.us

     • STEM infused lessons in all content areas provide                    • Implementation of Franklin Covey’s LEAD program and
        students with skills to incorporate critical thinking and               the integration of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens
        problem solving, collaboration and communication, and                   empowers students to find their voice, take charge of
        creativity and exploration.                                             their daily actions, and prepares students for success in
                                                                                high school and beyond.
     • S
        tate-of-the-Art classroom spaces allow students to
       explore engineering design through hands on Physics,                  • A
                                                                                dvanced learning opportunities include the Seminole
       experience gliding through the skies in aeronautics,                    County Public Schools Pre-IB Prep Program, multiple
       and discover occupations in animal and medical health                   world languages, Gifted instruction, and high school
       careers.                                                                credit opportunities.
     • P
        artnerships with The Central Florida Zoo and local                  • T
                                                                                hree year sequence of law studies, mock trials, field
       businesses allow students the opportunity for field                     trips to government agencies, and guest speakers from
       studies in a real world environment with job shadowing                  the legal community provide students with unique
       and mentoring in chosen career fields.                                  opportunities to explore career pathways in law.

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How to Apply for a

Middle School Magnet
                                                              STEP
STEP
                                                                         RECEIVE A MAGNET SCHOOL
 1     DETERMINE IF YOUR CHILD                                  4        NOTIFICATION EMAIL.
       IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR A
       MAGNET SCHOOL.                                                    •    On time lottery applications = school
                                                                              assignment email sent in mid-January each
       •   If your family is zoned to attend a middle
                                                                              year.
           school magnet, based upon your address,
           you do not need to apply for that school.                     •    Based upon limited seat availability, even
                                                                              some on time applicants may receive a wait
       •   If your family is not zoned to attend the
                                                                              list email.
           middle school magnet of your choice,
           proceed to the next step.                                     •    Late applications = will be placed on the
                                                                              wait list for that specific program.
STEP
       COMPLETE THE APPROPRIATE                               STEP
 2                                                                       ACCEPT YOUR CHILD’S MAGNET
       MAGNET SCHOOL APPLICATION.                               5        SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT OR WAIT
       •   Apply online at
                                                                         LIST SEAT VIA THE ONLINE
           www.seminoleschoolchoicesapplication.us.
                                                                         APPLICATION SYSTEM.
       •   Please note which application you are
                                                                         •    Log into your parent/guardian account at
           completing (regular magnet or magnet +
                                                                              www.seminoleschoolchoicesapplication.us.
           SCPS Pre-IB Program Track).
                                                                         •    Find the “magnet school applications” tab
       •   Magnet + SCPS Pre-IB Program Track =
                                                                              in the middle of the screen and accept your
           magnet themed electives at the requested
                                                                              child’s seat placement.
           school PLUS advanced curriculum in
           core academic courses (math, language
           arts, science, social students, and world
                                                              STEP
                                                                         IF ACCEPTED INTO A MAGNET
           language).                                           6        SCHOOL, FAMILIES MUST
       •   Students may only apply to one magnet                         COMPLETE THE APPROPRIATE
           program.                                                      STEPS FOR ENROLLMENT.
                                                                         •    The school is responsible for checking all
STEP
       SUBMIT THE MAGNET SCHOOL                                               required enrollment documentation and
 3     APPLICATION VIA THE ONLINE                                             verifying residency.

       APPLICATION SYSTEM.                                               •    All magnet school acceptance notifications
                                                                              have an enrollment deadline.
       •   Confirmation email will be sent upon
           submission.                                                   •    If the parents/guardians do not enroll their
                                                                              child by the stated deadline, they will be
       •   If you do not receive a confirmation email,
                                                                              required to submit a new magnet school
           you did not submit the application.
                                                                              application and their child will be placed on
                                                                              the wait list.

                                    A P P LY AT W W W. S E M I N O L E S C H O O L C H O I C E S A P P L I C AT I O N . U S   13
SCPS Pre-IB
         Preparatory Program*
         PREPARATION FOR THE HIGH SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL
         BACCALAUREATE PROGRAM
         The SCPS Pre-IB Preparatory Program offers an extensive course of study
         in math, science, world language, social studies, and language arts with
         an emphasis on independent study, in-depth learning, and accelerated
         curriculum requirements. The program moves at a vigorous pace while
         integrating creativity, problem-solving, higher-order thinking skills,
                                                                                      In-zone students may
         communication, leadership, planning, goal-setting, and research methods.
                                                                                      select the SCPS Pre-IB
         Students who participate in this program are also required to take a world
                                                                                      Preparatory Program
         language and participate in community service projects.
                                                                                      on their middle school
         Students zoned to the four middle school magnets (based upon their           course registration forms
         address) may elect to participate in the SCPS Pre-IB Preparatory Program     completed with guidance
         when completing their middle school course selection forms with guidance     counselors in the spring.
         counselors in the spring.

         Out of zone students interested in participating in the SCPS Pre-IB
         Preparatory Program need to make sure they complete the correct magnet
         application by applying for their magnet school of choice + SCPS Pre-IB      Out-of-zone applicants
         Program Track.                                                               must make sure they
                                                                                      complete the correct
                                                                                      magnet application by
                                                                                      applying for their magnet
                                                                                      school of choice + SCPS
                                                                                      Pre-IB Program Track.

     *Seminole
     County Public
     Schools Pre-IB
     Preparatory Program was
     designed by and for Seminole
     County Public Schools and is not
     affiliated with the International
     Baccalaureate Organization.

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SCPS PRE-IB PREPARATORY PROGRAM
All four middle school magnets offer students the opportunity to participate in
the SCPS Pre-IB Preparatory Program via the SCPS Pre-IB Program Track.

                      MILLENNIUM MIDDLE SCHOOL
                      Fine Arts and Communication Magnet
                      Offering SCPS Pre-IB Preparatory Program
                      2330 East SR 46 • Sanford, FL
                      407-320-6550 • www.millennium.scps.k12.fl.us

                                                                                        Students who finish 8th grade in
                                                                                        the SCPS Pre-IB Program Track
                      MILWEE MIDDLE SCHOOL
                      Pre-Engineering Magnet                                            at any of the four middle school

                      Offering SCPS Pre-IB Preparatory Program                          magnets and apply during the
                      1341 South Ronald Reagan Blvd. • Longwood, FL                     on time application period for
                      407-746-3850 • www.milwee.scps.k12.fl.us
                                                                                        the International Baccalaureate
                                                                                        Diploma Program at Seminole
                                                                                        High School or Winter Springs
                      SANFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL                                             High School (eligibility determined
                      Math, Science, and Technology Magnet
                                                                                        by zoned high school) will have a
                      Offering SCPS Pre-IB Preparatory Program
                                                                                        priority for placement.
                      1700 South French Ave. • Sanford, FL
                      407-320-6150 • www.sanford.scps.k12.fl.us

                      SOUTH SEMINOLE ACADEMY
                      Leadership, Law, & Advanced Studies

                      Offering SCPS Pre-IB Preparatory Program
                      101 South Winter Park Dr. • Casselberry, FL
                      407-746-1350 • www.ssa.scps.k12.fl.us

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Middle school transfer options

                                                  ANNUALLY DEFINED                             MCKAY SCHOLARSHIP
     SCPS EMPLOYEE
                                                  TRANSFERS
     STUDENT TRANSFER                                                                          • P
                                                                                                  arent/Guardian must file an
     • S
        chool choice option permitted            • S
                                                     chool choice options permitted             intent for a McKay Scholarship
       under School Board Policy 5120               under School Board Policy 5120               on the Florida Department of
       allows Seminole County Public                are designed to offer one year               Education (DOE) website at
       School employees to bring their              educational choice options for               www.floridaschoolchoice.org
       children to the site at which they           families in unique circumstances             to determine eligibility.
       work or to transfer their children to        in an effort to provide educational        • If a parent/guardian elects to
       a specifically designated employee           consistency for students and families.        use the McKay Scholarship for a
       transfer school.                           • Transportation is not generally              public school choice option the
                                                     provided for these options.                  Exceptional Student Support
     • Transportation is not provided.
                                                                                                  Services Department will ensure
                                                  • Academic Year Completion Transfer
                                                                                                  IEP requirements and class size
     CAPACITY TRANSFER                            • Pending Move Transfer                        restrictions are reviewed.
                                                  • Rising 8th Grade Student Transfer
     • S
        chool choice option permitted
       under School Board Policy 5120             • Sibling of Exceptional Education          MAXIMIZATION TRANSFER
       allows students to transfer between           Student Transfer
                                                                                               • S
                                                                                                  chool choice option permitted
       designated Over-Capacity schools
                                                                                                 under School Board Policy 5120
       and designated Under-Capacity              CONTROLLED OPEN                                allows students to transfer between
       schools.
                                                  ENROLLMENT                                     designated Under-Capacity schools
     • T
        ransportation is not provided.                                                          and designated greater Under-
                                                  • S
                                                     chool choice option permitted              Capacity schools in order to make
     • A
        ll available options are published
                                                    under School Board Policy 5121               the most efficient use of available
       annually.
                                                    allows students the opportunity to           space and maximize school choice
                                                    apply to a specifically designated           options for families.
     DIVERSITY TRANSFER                             controlled open enrollment Seminole
                                                    County Public School outside their         • Transportation is not provided.
     • S
        chool choice option permitted              geographic attendance zone.                • A
                                                                                                  ll available options are published
       under School Board Policy 5120                                                            annually.
                                                  • Transportation is not provided.
       allows student transfers that bring
       schools closer to the average              • A
                                                     ll available options are published
       percentage of students approved              annually.
       for free/reduced price meal benefits
       at the elementary, middle, and high
       school levels.
     • T
        ransportation is provided to a
       designated school. Other school
       choices are without transportation.
     • A
        ll available options are published
       annually.

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How to Apply for a

Middle School Transfer Option
STEP
       DETERMINE IF YOUR CHILD QUALIFIES FOR A PUBLISHED,
 1     ALLOWABLE TRANSFER OPTION.
       •   Review the Capacity, Diversity, & Maximization Chart published in February.
       •   Review the SCPS Employee Student Transfer Information Item published in February.
       •   Review the Controlled Open Enrollment Information Item published in April.

STEP
       COMPLETE THE APPROPRIATE TRANSFER APPLICATION.
 2     •   Apply online at www.seminoleschoolchoicesapplication.us.
       •   Select from the menu of allowable options for your student.
       •   Students may only apply for one transfer option.

STEP
       SUBMIT THE TRANSFER APPLICATION VIA THE ONLINE
 3     APPLICATION SYSTEM.
       •   Confirmation email will be sent upon submission.
       •   If you do not receive a confirmation email, you did not submit the application.
       •   Please check the Student Assignment & Program Access Department website
           for specific application timelines.

STEP
       RECEIVE A TRANSFER REQUEST NOTIFICATION EMAIL.
 4     •   This email notification will inform parents/guardians if the request was approved
           or denied.
       •   If request is denied there will be a reason for the denial in the email notification.

STEP
       IF A TRANSFER REQUEST IS APPROVED, FAMILIES MUST COMPLETE
 5     THE APPROPRIATE STEPS FOR ENROLLMENT.
       •   The school is responsible for checking all required enrollment documentation and
           verifying residency.
       •   All approved transfer notifications have an enrollment deadline.
       •   If the parents/guardians do not enroll their child by the stated deadline, they will
           be required to submit a new transfer application.

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High schools

                High schools
                (Grades 9-12)
                Student Assignment Processes and School Choice Options
                Seminole County Public Schools manages a wide variety of student assignment and school choice transfer
                options in an effort to accommodate family choice to the maximum extent possible while also seeking
                to minimize overcrowded conditions, promote and maintain diverse student enrollment, support the
                implementation of ePathways initiatives to the maximum extent possible, and maintain compliance with
                any state required mandates. These processes and options are outlined over the next several pages.

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School Research Checklist:
                                                                                Visit school websites
                                                                                (www.scps.k12.fl.us/schools/school-listings)

                                                                                Attend a school choice event
     Keys to making an
                                                                                Contact the school

     informed choice                                                            Take a tour of the school

     Quick Facts About the School:
     School Name:

     Phone Number:

     School Hours:                                                   Office Hours:

     Transportation Available:                   School Size:                          Class Size:

     Parent Teacher Association (PTA):                          Student Advisory Council (SAC):

     Other Volunteer Opportunities:

     School Tour Observation Checklist:                                Key Questions to Ask:
           he classrooms look cheerful and students seem
          T                                                            •   Does this school have a particular educational
          happy and engaged.                                               philosophy, mission, or theme?

           tudent work is displayed and it seems appropriate
          S                                                            •   How does the school keep parents informed of
          for the grade level.                                             school information and activities?

          Teachers seem enthusiastic and knowledgeable.               •   How is technology used to support teaching and
                                                                           learning at this school?
           he principal seems confident and interested in
          T
          interacting with students, teachers, and parents.            •   What extracurricular opportunities (sports, clubs,
                                                                           community services, competitions) are available for
          There is a gym, field space, or athletic facility.              students?
           here are unique, fun, and interesting learning
          T                                                            •   Does the school have a program for gifted students?
          spaces besides just regular classrooms.
                                                                       •   How does this school support students who have
           acilities are well-maintained and the grounds are
          F                                                                academic, social, or emotional difficulties?
          secure but inviting.
                                                                       •   What professional development opportunities do
                                                                           teachers have?

                                                                       •   Does the school offer physical education, art, and
Questions for High Schools:                                                music classes?

•   What emphasis does the school place on college                     •   Does the school make an effort to provide activities
    and career readiness?                                                  that create a sense of community?

•   Are counselors available to help students make                     •   What are some of the school's greatest
    important decisions about classes and college and                      accomplishments?
    career readiness?

                                                                                                                                19
October 1 –
December 1,
2020         On Time
             Application Period
                                                High School Magnets
There is a sibling link for incoming            • M
                                                   agnet Schools & Magnet Programs are high-quality and innovative educational
9th grade students to attend the                  programs that specialize in a particular theme and are open to all Seminole County
same program that his/her sibling                 students who meet the eligibility requirements.
currently attends and will continue to          • T
                                                   ransportation is provided to all students who live more than 2 miles from the
attend. The new student is required               school/program.
to submit an application during the
                                                • A
                                                   cceptance into a magnet school/magnet program for students applying for grade
application period. Current students
                                                  ten and above in contingent upon an administrative review of their transcripts.
do not need to re-apply.

                    CROOMS ACADEMY OF                                                              ACADEMY OF HEALTH CAREERS
                    INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY                                                         AT SEMINOLE HIGH SCHOOL
                    2200 West 13th St. • Sanford, FL                                               2701 Ridgewood Ave. • Sanford, FL
                    407-320-5750 • www.cait.scps.k12.fl.us                                         407-320-5050 • www.seminolehs.scps.k12.fl.us

     • A
        A Degree Pathway allows students to earn a degree                  • H
                                                                               ealth career industry certification opportunities in either
       from Seminole State College, at no cost to the family.                 a patient care or a biomedical research pathway allow
     • Information technology industry certification                         students to earn career credentials which make them job
        opportunities allow students to earn career credentials               ready upon graduation.
        which make them job ready upon graduation.                          • A
                                                                               uthentic lab spaces on campus allow students to
     • A
        nnual TechFest provides students opportunities to                    develop and practice clinical skills.
       interact with business leaders and showcase their skills             • C
                                                                               areer exploration opportunities are available through
       and credentials to an authentic audience.                              job shadowing and clinical experiences in local
                                                                              healthcare facilities.

                 INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
                 DIPLOMA PROGRAM AT SEMINOLE                                                   ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING
                 HIGH SCHOOL                                                                   AT LYMAN HIGH SCHOOL
                 2701 Ridgewood Ave. • Sanford, FL                                             865 South Ronald Reagan Blvd. • Longwood, FL
                 407-320-5050 • www.seminolehs.scps.k12.fl.us                                  407-746-2050 • www.lyman.scps.k12.fl.us

                  INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE                               • L yman Academy of Engineering offers industry
                  DIPLOMA PROGRAM AT                                          certification testing for all students which can lead to
                  WINTER SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL                                  additional opportunities for post-secondary employment.
                                                                            • R
                                                                               enowned Project Lead the Way (PLTW) curriculum
                  130 Tuskawilla Rd. • Winter Springs, FL
                                                                              emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, innovation, and
                  407-320-8750 • www.winterspringshs.scps.k12.fl.us           real-world problem solving.
                                                                            • S
                                                                               tudents choose to explore an area of interest
                  • T
                     aught by IB trained faculty, the international
                                                                              including aerospace engineering, digital electronics,
                    college preparatory curriculum allows students to
                    explore the world from a variety of perspectives.         civil engineering and architecture, and environmental
                                                                              sustainability.
                  • T
                     he IB Diploma Program has earned a reputation
                    for rigorous assessment, helping IB diploma
                    holders access the world’s leading universities
                    and programs.
                  • T
                     he IB Diploma Program is ideal for
                    knowledgeable and caring young people who
                    are motivated to grow as individuals through
                    significant academic challenge.

       Students applying for the IB Program zoned for Hagerty, Lake Howell, Oviedo & Winter Springs High may only apply to Winter Springs
20     A P PStudents
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                     W W W. Sfor
                               EM theI N
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                                                                                         Lyman & Seminole High may only apply to Seminole High.
How to Apply for a

High School Magnet
STEP                                                          STEP
       DETERMINE IF YOUR CHILD                                           ACCEPT YOUR CHILD’S MAGNET
 1     IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR A                               5        SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT OR WAIT
       MAGNET SCHOOL.                                                    LIST SEAT VIA THE ONLINE
       •   Even if your child is zoned to attend a high                  APPLICATION SYSTEM.
           school where a magnet program exists (i.e.                    •    Log into your parent/guardian account at
           Academy of Engineering at Lyman High                               www.seminoleschoolchoicesapplication.us.
           School) you MUST still submit a magnet
                                                                         •    Find the “magnet school applications” tab
           application.
                                                                              in the middle of the screen and accept your
                                                                              child’s seat placement.
STEP
       COMPLETE THE APPROPRIATE
 2     MAGNET SCHOOL APPLICATION.
                                                              STEP
                                                                         IF ACCEPTED INTO A MAGNET
       •   Apply online at                                      6        SCHOOL, FAMILIES MUST
           www.seminoleschoolchoicesapplication.us.                      COMPLETE THE APPROPRIATE
       •   Students may only apply to one magnet                         STEPS FOR ENROLLMENT.
           program.                                                      •    The school is responsible for checking all
                                                                              required enrollment documentation and
STEP                                                                          verifying residency.
       SUBMIT THE MAGNET SCHOOL
 3     APPLICATION VIA THE ONLINE                                        •    All magnet school acceptance notifications
                                                                              have an enrollment deadline.
       APPLICATION SYSTEM.
                                                                         •    If the parents/guardians do not enroll their
       •   Confirmation email will be sent upon
                                                                              child by the stated deadline, they will be
           submission.
                                                                              required to submit a new magnet school
       •   If you do not receive a confirmation email,                        application and their child will be placed on
           you did not submit the application.                                the wait list.

STEP
       RECEIVE A MAGNET SCHOOL
 4     NOTIFICATION EMAIL.
       •   On time lottery applications = school                      10TH, 11TH, & 12TH GRADE APPLICANTS:
           assignment email sent in mid-January                       Acceptance into a magnet school/magnet program is
           each year.                                                 contingent upon a school based administrative review of
       •   Based upon limited seat availability, even                 student transcripts. However, families should still apply
           some on time applicants may receive a wait                 through the same online application system.
           list email.
       •   Late applications = will be placed on the
           wait list for that specific program.

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High school transfer options
     SCPS EMPLOYEE                                ANNUALLY DEFINED
     STUDENT TRANSFER                             TRANSFERS
     • S
        chool choice option permitted            • S
                                                     chool choice options permitted
       under School Board Policy 5120               under School Board Policy 5120
       allows Seminole County Public                are designed to offer one year
       School employees to bring their                                                         MCKAY SCHOLARSHIP
                                                    educational choice options for
       children to the site at which they           families in unique circumstances           • P
                                                                                                  arent/Guardian must file an
       work or to transfer their children to        in an effort to provide educational          intent for a McKay Scholarship
       a specifically designated employee           consistency for students and families.       on the Florida Department of
       transfer school.
                                                  • Transportation is not generally             Education (DOE) website at
     • Transportation is not provided.               provided for these options.                 www.floridaschoolchoice.org
                                                                                                 to determine eligibility.
                                                  • Academic Year Completion Transfer
     CAPACITY TRANSFER                                                                         • If a parent/guardian elects to
                                                  • Pending Move Transfer
                                                                                                  use the McKay Scholarship for a
     • S
        chool choice option permitted            • Rising 12th Grade Student Transfer           public school choice option the
       under School Board Policy 5120             • Sibling of Exceptional Education             Exceptional Student Support
       allows students to transfer between           Student Transfer                             Services Department will ensure
       designated Over-Capacity schools                                                           IEP requirements and class size
       and designated Under-Capacity                                                              restrictions are reviewed.
       schools.                                   CONTROLLED OPEN
                                                  ENROLLMENT
     • T
        ransportation is not provided.                                                        MAXIMIZATION TRANSFER
     • A
        ll available options are published       • S
                                                     chool choice option permitted
                                                                                               • S
                                                                                                  chool choice option permitted
       annually.                                    under School Board Policy
                                                                                                 under School Board Policy 5120
                                                    5121 which allows students the
                                                                                                 allows students to transfer between
                                                    opportunity to apply to a specifically
     DIVERSITY TRANSFER                             designated controlled open
                                                                                                 designated Under-Capacity schools
                                                                                                 and designated greater Under-
                                                    enrollment Seminole County Public
     • S
        chool choice option permitted                                                           Capacity schools in order to make
                                                    School outside their geographic
       under School Board Policy 5120                                                            the most efficient use of available
                                                    attendance zone.
       allows student transfers that bring                                                       space and maximize school choice
       schools closer to the average              • Transportation is not provided.              options for families.
       percentage of students approved            • A
                                                     ll available options are published       • Transportation is not provided.
       for free/reduced price meal benefits         annually.
       at the elementary, middle, and high                                                     • A
                                                                                                  ll available options are published
       school levels.                                                                            annually.
     • T
        ransportation is provided to a
                                                  PROGRAM OF EMPHASIS
       designated school. Other school            • S
                                                     chool choice option permitted
       choices are without transportation.          under School Board Policy 5120
     • All available options are published         allows a limited number of high
       annually.                                    school students to pursue a specific
                                                    area of study that might not be
                                                    available at their zoned school.
                                                  • See page 24 for additional details.

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How to Apply for a

high School Transfer Option
STEP
       DETERMINE IF YOUR CHILD QUALIFIES FOR A PUBLISHED,
 1     ALLOWABLE TRANSFER OPTION.
       •   Review the Capacity, Diversity, & Maximization Chart published in February.
       •   Review the SCPS Employee Student Transfer Information Item published in February.
       •   Review the Program of Emphasis Information Item published in February.
       •   Review the Controlled Open Enrollment Information Item published in April.

STEP
       COMPLETE THE APPROPRIATE TRANSFER APPLICATION.
 2     •   Apply online at www.seminoleschoolchoicesapplication.us.
       •   Select from the menu of allowable options for your student.
       •   Students may only apply for one transfer option.

STEP
       SUBMIT THE TRANSFER APPLICATION VIA THE ONLINE
 3     APPLICATION SYSTEM.
       •   Confirmation email will be sent upon submission.
       •   If you do not receive a confirmation email, you did not submit the application.
       •   Please check the Student Assignment & Program Access Department website for
           specific application timelines.

STEP
       RECEIVE A TRANSFER REQUEST NOTIFICATION EMAIL.
 4     •   This email notification will inform parents/guardians if the request was approved or denied.
       •   If request is denied there will be a reason for the denial in the email notification.

STEP
       IF A TRANSFER REQUEST IS APPROVED, FAMILIES MUST COMPLETE THE
 5     APPROPRIATE STEPS FOR ENROLLMENT
       •   The school is responsible for checking all required enrollment documentation and
           verifying residency.
       •   All approved transfer notifications have an enrollment deadline.
       •   If the parents/guardians do not enroll their child by the stated deadline, they will be
           required to submit a new transfer application.

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February 1 –                                   HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS OF EMPHASIS
april 1, 2021                                  • P
                                                  rograms of Emphasis provide a focused
                                                 area of study centered around a career
                                                 pathway.
                                                                                                         • A
                                                                                                            limited number of seats in the programs
                                                                                                           listed in this guide may be available for 9th
                                                                                                           grade students who are not zoned to the
                                                                                                           school.
                                               • S
                                                  tudents who are zoned for the school may
On Time Application Period                       select a Program of Emphasis via course                 • T
                                                                                                            ransportation is not provided for out of
                                                 scheduling and should speak with a school                 zone students.
                                                 counselor.

                     MODELING,                 Hagerty
                                                                In the Modeling, Simulation, & Analysis program students learn to navigate and create
                    SIMULATION,                                 detailed models and virtual simulations. This pathway has the potential to lead to high-
                                             High School       paying careers in diverse fields related to modeling/simulation technologies and program
                     & ANALYSIS                                                management. This program includes industry certification.

                   ACADEMY OF               Lake Brantley     The Academy of Finance offers a curriculum comprised of finance and business technology
                                                              including Accounting Applications and Personal Financial Planning. This program includes
                     FINANCE                 High School                                       industry certification.

                                                             Students who participate in the Creative Design & Entertainment Program have the opportunity
               CREATIVE DESIGN &            Lake Brantley       to develop their artistic and digital skillsets while preparing for a future career. Currently, the
                ENTERTAINMENT                High School     program includes two pathways: Digital Photography Technology and 3D Animation Technology,
                                                                   with more choices to come in the future! This program includes industry certification.

                                             Lake Howell         The Cybersecurity program curriculum introduces and prepares students for careers in
                  CYBERSECURITY              High School       computer science and cyber-defense in multiple industries. This program includes industry
                                                                                                    certification.

                                                               The Business & Entrepreneurship program curriculum introduces the broad spectrum of
                                                                business, industry, and small business initiatives. Students will develop the fundamental
                  BUSINESS &                 Lake Howell        knowledge and skills necessary to start and operate a business. This program includes
               ENTREPRENEURSHIP              High School      opportunities to earn dual enrollment credit or an Associate in Arts degree in Business from
                                                             Seminole State College while simultaneously completing a high school diploma. This program
                                                                                          also includes industry certification.

                   ADVANCED                   Lake Mary       The Advanced Manufacturing & Innovation program provides students the opportunity to
                 MANUFACTURING               High School     design and prototype innovative products using high-tech, industry standard equipment. This
                  & INNOVATION                                                        program includes industry certification.

                FORENSIC SCIENCE              Lake Mary      This program includes two pathways: Forensic Science uses groundbreaking, modern scientific
                                             High School     technology in crime scene investigation and Legal Studies teaches the foundations of our legal
                 & LEGAL STUDIES                                      system. This program includes opportunities to earn dual enrollment credit.

                                                                The Bioscience Technology program prepares students to be successful in career fields
                    BIOSCIENCE               Oviedo High        of applied biology in various industries. The courses are designed to be predominately
                   TECHNOLOGY                  School        laboratory based with a focus on utilizing bioscience equipment and practicing lab technician
                                                                                  skills. This program includes industry certification.

                    RENEWABLE                                   The Renewable Energy program allows students to study energy technologies and the
                                            Winter Springs
                      ENERGY                 High School
                                                              advantages, disadvantages, and limitations of renewable energy resources for a sustainable
                                                                     future. This program includes opportunities to earn dual enrollment credit.

                 PUBLIC SERVICE                                 The Public Service Academy exposes students to the wide variety of career opportunities
                                            Winter Springs     in government operations and public safety. The program includes three pathway options:
                ACADEMY: HEROES              High School       Principles of Teaching, Criminal Justice Operations, and Emergency Planning & Response.
                 OF TOMORROW

                                                              PSI High is a project-based, full-time Program of Emphasis in which students work in a high-
                PROBLEM SOLVING                                tech school of the future designed to solve real community, business, and social problems.
                                              Seminole       All students complete the Business Management and Analysis CTE program, multiple industry
                   INCUBATOR                 High School      certifications in either digital design, product engineering, or computer application design,
                    (PSI HIGH)                                   and gain direct management experience operating a School-Based Enterprise. PSI High
                                                                                          learners are the innovators of tomorrow.

                                                               The Aviation Academy allows access to two programs. In Aviation Maintenance students learn
                     AVIATION                 Seminole       core flight safety and the inner workings of aircraft through maintenance coursework. The Avionics
                                                             Systems program introduces students to the high-tech electronics systems aboard an aircraft. The
                     ACADEMY                 High School      Aviation Academy is designed to prepare students for employment or advanced training in the
                                                                                 aviation industry. Both programs include industry certification.

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2021-2022
         Calendar                                   iddle School Magnets/High
                                                   M                                      lementary/Middle/High School
                                                                                         E
                                                   School Magnet                         Capacity, Diversity, Maximization,
                                                                                         Program of Emphasis, SCPS
                                                    lementary School Magnets/
                                                   E                                     Employee Student, McKay
                                                   Elementary Region Schools             Scholarship, & Applicable
                                                   Controlled Open Enrollment            Annually Defined Transfers

                                                            2020
         OCTOBER 1                 Middle School Magnet/High School Magnet Application Period OPENS

         DECEMBER 1                On Time Middle School Magnet/High School Magnet Application Period CLOSES

                                                            2021
         JANUARY 1                     Elementary School Magnet/Elementary Region School Application Period OPENS

                                       Notification Emails Sent for On Time Middle School Magnets/High
         JANUARY 6-15                  School Magnets

         FEBRUARY 1                    Transfer Application Period OPENS

                                       On Time Elementary School Magnet/Elementary Region School Application
         MARCH 1                       Period CLOSES

         APRIL 1                       On Time Transfer Application Period CLOSES

         APRIL 1                       Controlled Open Enrollment Application Period OPENS

                                       Notification Emails Sent for On Time Elementary School Magnets/Elementary
         APRIL 1-10                    Region Schools

         APRIL 15                      Start Date for Notification Emails for Approved Transfer Requests

         MAY 1                         Controlled Open Enrollment Application Period CLOSES

                                       Start Date for Notification Emails for Approved Controlled Open
         MAY 13                        Enrollment Requests

         JULY 20                       Deadline for 1st Semester Transfer Requests

         DECEMBER 1                    Deadline for 2nd Semester Transfer Requests

    Except for Controlled Open Enrollment, applications may continue to be submitted after the on time application
    timelines. Depending upon the type of request and the available capacity at the requested school, a late applicant
    may be placed into a program/school, wait listed, approved, or denied. Elementary region school zone assignments
    are ongoing and families new to those school zones must still be assigned through the Student Assignment &
    Program Access Department during the current school year.

                 STUDENT ASSIGNMENT & PROGRAM ACCESS DEPARTMENT
407-320-0329 • Info at www.seminoleschoolchoices.us
                                   A P P LY AT W W W. •S EApply      www.seminoleschoolchoicesapplication.us
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