What is a magnet school?

• A Magnet school is part of the public school system. Usually students are zoned into their schools based on location. Students usually go to the school closest to them. Magnet schools accept students from around the district and from other districts if there is room. They have something special to offer beyond the regular school curriculum which makes attending them an attractive choice to many students. 

 

What are the typical “pros” of becoming a magnet school?

• Generally more involved parents - they choose to have their students attend that school. Parents / students “opt in” to go to the school.
• Added internal motivation for kids who go there because their interests are explored.
• Staff attracted and committed to the focus (science).
• Social / ethnic diversity of students.
• Part of public school system.
• Opportunities to receive additional funding. (federal and state grants)
• Often attract “gifted” students.
• All students achieve better academically. 
• National STEMS (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) push.   Ramsey will be out in front.
• Higher attendance rates.
• Innovative science curriculum opportunities and specific training for staff.
• Natural opportunities for community involvement / outreach. 

How can I find out more information about this?

• Join Mrs. Wilson, Principal, for coffee and donuts in the Ramsey science lab on Monday, January 25th from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
• Join Mrs. Wilson, Principal, for lunch on Monday, February 1st from 11:30—12:30. Bring your lunch to the science lab.
• Attend the next PTO meeting on Monday, February 8th at 7:00 p.m. (Child care provided.)
• Attend the School Board meeting on Monday, February 1st at 5:00 p.m. at the Midtown Center.
• Call the school anytime during regular office hours.

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Ramsey is proud to have the following at our school:

• 19 well trained 1-5 teachers.
• Specialists in Art, Music, PE, Special Education, Speech/Language Title One, and Advanced Learning.
• Full time guidance counselor
• Part time school psychologist
• Full time media specialist
• Intervention specialist
• Idaho Reads! VISTA Coordinator

At Ramsey, we have:

• A 32-computer lab with Smartboard Display, computers available for every classroom, and a mobile computer lab with 16 laptops, all with internet access.
• Excellent library with many Accelerated Reader books
• Invention Convention, Cross Country, D.A.S.H, Book Fairs, Run-for-Fun, Science Fair, Junior Achievement, plus many more exciting programs and opportunities!
• A very supportive PTO and great parents!

Our motto at Ramsey is: Big School...Bigger Heart!