C ENTER FOR A DVANCED S TUDIES W HEELER H IGH S CHOOL

STEM Certified & STEAM Inspired

The Center for Advanced Studies At Wheeler High School a unique 4-year STEM magnet program for academically advanced students

Biology Chemistry Physics Focus Medical Biotechnology and Forensic Science Mechanical Engineering and Robotics Advanced Chemistry and Chemical Engineering

The Center for Advanced Studies Profile 381 Students Enrolled from 54 Different Schools Class of 2014 Average SAT = 2065

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82%

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18%

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Advantages of the Center for Advanced Studies

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Rigorous and advanced coursework Beyond the traditional high school experience Enhances post-secondary preparation and success

Advantages of the Center for Advanced Studies Annual individual academic advisements

College Counseling

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4-year comprehensive counseling program

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Full-time Magnet counselor

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Use of Naviance for counseling and college application process

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Magnet College tours around the country

Advantages of the Center for Advanced Studies Block scheduling = 32 courses 2 sciences each year = 8 total 2 maths in Jr / Sr Years = 6 total Many More Elective Opportunities (Music, Art, Career-Tech, Foreign Language, AP and Post-AP classes)

Advantages of the Center for Advanced Studies

Block Scheduling

90% Magnet pass rate on AP exams

Science Sequence Comparison

9th grade

Traditional

Physical Science or Biology 10th grade Biology or Chemistry 11th grade Chemistry or Physics 12th grade AP Science Elective

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9th grade Biology and Chemistry &

Mag Foundations or Foundations of Eng

10th grade Physics and Biochem or AP Science 11th grade AP Science(s) and Post-AP Science 12th grade Advanced Scientific Internship and Research

Math Sequence Comparison Traditional (Advanced)

9th grade Coord Algebra/Analytic Geo A Analytic Geo B/Adv Algebra 10th grade Pre-Calculus 11th grade AP Calculus AB or BC 12th grade AP Calculus AB or BC

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9th grade Coord Algebra/Analytic Geo A Analytic Geo B/Adv Algebra 10th grade Pre-Calculus 11th grade AP Calculus AB & BC and/or AP Statistics 12th grade GT Calc II and/or GT Calc II or Multivariable Calc

Unique Magnet Course Offerings Magnet Biochemistry/Forensics Aerospace Engineering Advanced Genetics/DNA Research Advanced Physics & Robotics Organic Chemistry Chemical Engineering Advanced Scientific Research Advanced Scientific Internship Georgia Tech Calculus II & III

Magnet Recognized Technology Pathways

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Therapeutic Services Emergency Medical Responder

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Architectural Drawing and Design

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Therapeutic Services - Applied Health

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Engineering Graphics and Design

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Audio and Video Technology and Film

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Web and Digital Communications

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Electronics

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Programming Engineering and Technology Plant Systems

Magnet Technology

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Five 3D Printers

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Chemical Reactor / Bio-fermenter

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PASCO Probeware for all Science classes

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Distance learning / video conferencing capabilities

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iPads for all Magnet teachers

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Class set of Google Chromebooks

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Google Apps account for all Magnet students

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4 State-of-the-art math laptop carts

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WiFi access for student's personal devices

Magnet Labs

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Chemistry Research Lab

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Advanced Physics / Robotics Lab & Workshop

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Engineering Lab

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Drafting / CAD Lab

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Electronics / Telecommunications Lab

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Healthcare Lab

Advantages of the Center for Advanced Studies Technology Integration in all classes

Advantages of the Center for Advanced Studies Internship and Research Senior Experience

Magnet Internship Mentors

Science Application International Corporation Emory University Centers for Disease Control (CDC) IBM Georgia Tech Research Institute Georgia Tech Biology Department Hewitt Associates GE Power Systems Energy Services Tech Dr. Ted Monitz – Cardiology Velocity Sports Powers Ferry Animal Hospital Moreland Altoballi, Inc - Architecture Medical Legal Art – Medical Illustration Walgreen’s Pharmacy Kaiser Permanente – AIDS Research Baudry Architectural, Inc. Kroger Pharmacy East Valley Elementary School Dr. Gerden – Dermatology Georgia Tech Physics Department Georgia Tech Emory Center – Bioengineering Coca-Cola Enterprises Piedmont Hospital Stanley D. Lindsey and Associates Foreman Seely Fountain Architects PFVS Architects Montrose Animal Hospital Personal Training Institute The Tensar Group Atlanta Orthopedic Specialists Animal Hospital of East Cobb North Georgia Oncology Centers Kaiser Permanente Foxdale Equine Veterinary Services Borland Software Corp Georgia Pacific Dr. Harold Enoch – Orthodontics Massey Automotive Dr. David Kurtzman D.D.S – Dentistry U.S. District Attorney’s Office Jordan & Skala Engineers Zoo Atlanta

Institutional & Industry Partners Georgia Institute of Technology Georgia Tech Research Institute Georgia Tech CEISMC Program Emory University Kennesaw State University Southern Polytechnic State University NIDA Corporation GE Sevaa

National Science Competitions Siemens Competition in Math, Science, & Technology

2 Regional Finalists 6 Semifinalists

Intel Science Talent Search

6 Semifinalists Young Epidemiology Scholars Finalists

Advantages of the Center for Advanced Studies Appeals to top universities

Extra Curricular Activities All students are eligible and encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities

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Band Orchestra Chorus Drama Athletics Student Council Science Bowl Odyssey of the Mind Debate Team Math Team Journalism

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Language Clubs Science Olympiad Academic Bowl FBLA Leadership Club Habitat for Humanity Key Club Junior Civitans FCA Environmental Club Robotics

CircuitRunners Robotics BEST Robotics FRC (FIRST Robotics Competition) FTC (FIRST Tech Challenge) GRITS Competition FLL Mentors (FIRST LEGO League) ROBO Chix

Athletics

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Basketball Baseball Cheerleading Cricket Cross Country Football Softball Volleyball

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Swimming Wrestling Lacrosse Soccer Tennis Track Water Polo

Magnet Admissions Eligibility Requirements for Application Eighth grade students Reside in CCSD by enrollment

Magnet Admissions Evaluated on the following criteria: Middle school math & science grades (16%) Middle school standardized test scores (30%) Teacher Recommendations (15%) ReadiStep or PSSS scores (30%) Extra curricular, leadership, etc (9%)

Magnet Admissions Class of 2017

484 applicants

2018 Profile

624 applicants ITBS Scores (Average) Mid 50% Reading: 94-99 Mid 50% Math: 97-99 Mid 50% Science: 92-99

Admissions Common Application for all Cobb Magnet Programs https://magnet.cobbk12.org

Admissions info www.wheelermagnet.com

Important Dates December 5, 2014 - Application Deadline January 20, 2014 - PSSS Testing for Non-CCSD students only!!!

February 20, 2015, Admissions Notifications Posted March 12, 2015 - Open House for Accepted Students March 23, 2015 - Deadline to indicate intent online March 31 & April 2, 2015 - Class of 2019 Advisement

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