MSAP
Magnets With Purpose, Passion, and Innovation
Our school district’s themed magnet schools are united by purpose, passion, and innovation.
Forward-thinking and caring teachers motivate students to learn and grow with in-depth, collaborative, and hands-on curriculums. Magnet themes provide opportunities to show young minds that they can be part of creating a better world.
Choose the School That's Right for Your Child
- Career & College Readiness
- Creative & Performing Arts
- Environment
- International Baccalaureate
- Dual Language
- STEM & Innovation
- Global Perspectives
- Leadership & Communications
Career & College Readiness
Creative & Performing Arts
Environment
International Baccalaureate
Dual Language
STEM & Innovation
Global Perspectives
Leadership & Communications
Expanding Opportunities Through MSAP
Through the support of a competitive federal Magnet Schools Assistance Program (MSAP) grant from the U.S. Department of Education, MNPS has transformed 19 schools into magnet schools—bringing innovative programs and new opportunities to neighborhoods with changing demographics.
MSAP-funded magnet schools:
- Integrate unique themes into core academic subjects
- Introduce students to future career paths from an early age
- Emphasize hands-on, project-based learning with field trips and technology integration
- Actively involve families and community partners
- Provide teachers with a minimum of 50 hours of professional development annually
Ready to Apply?
- Students who live within the school zone for a themed magnet school need only register for school.
- Students who live outside of the school zone can apply through the School Options process.
- No testing is required to apply to a themed magnet school.