NEISD Magnet Programs (2023)

DATA

NESA

MACUP

CTEC

AMP

ICSI

SETA

STEM

NORTH EAST INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Magnet Programs Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) 210-356-5501 neisd.net/stemms neisd.net/stemhs

The STEM Academy is a grades 6-12 magnet program that puts students on track for college while embracing a love of science, math, technology an engineering. Students receive instruction in core content areas and advanced STEM electives. The program is housed at Nimitz Middle School and Legacy of Educational Excellence High School.

Design and Technology Academy (DATA) 210-356-5981 neisd.net/datams neisd.nt/datahs

DATA is a grades 6-12 program that provides students with rigorous college preparation in both core and elective courses. Coursework emphasizes career and professional readiness in the fields of animation, audio/video production, graphic design and digital arts, and video game design. The program is housed at Ed White Middle School and Roosevelt High School.

Space and Engineering Technologies Academy (SETA) 210-356-2200 neisd.net/seta

SETA, in a groundbreaking partnership with NASA, will help prepare students for engineering careers of tomorrow. Coursework includes aerospace engineering, aviation technology, mechanical engineering and more. In its inaugural year (2023-2024), it will open its doors to a sixth and ninth grade class. Each year, additional grades will be added until it is a full grades 6-12 program at Krueger Middle School and Roosevelt High School.

Institute of Cybersecurity and Innovation (iCSI) 210-356-1201 neisd.net/iCSI

iCSI is a hands-on, interactive magnet program for high school students interested in computer programming, network security, network engineering and cybersecurity. Due to its innovation, it has become a model for other schools around the world. Students travel to facility from their home campus by bus or personal vehicle for part of the school day.

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NESA

MACUP

CTEC

AMP

ICSI

SETA

STEM

NORTH EAST INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Magnet Programs North East School of the Arts (NESA) 210-356-1033 neisd.net/nesa

This competitive, Gifted and Talented (GT) program has majors for high school students in cinema, musical theater, visual arts, technical theater, creative writing, dance and instrumental music. NESA students participate in master classes and seminars, and study with professional educators who are also working artists with significant training in their disciplines. The program is housed at Legacy of Educational Excellence High School.

MacArthur University Prep (MAC UP) 210-356-4700 neisd.net/macup

MAC UP is a unique magnet program for high school students interested in becoming educators. The program aims to build the next generation of teachers and administrators while helping families greatly reduce their college costs. Graduates of MAC UP receive high-quality instruction and can earn up to 58 college credit hours in partnership with UTSA. Free transportation from their home campus to MacArthur High School and UTSA can be provided.

Career and Technology Education Center (CTEC) 210-407-0742 neisd.net/ctec

High school students can build competitive career skills in one of three academies at CTEC. The Transportation Technology, Medical Professionals and Construction Technology academies allow students to learn from experts in each field.

They get hands-on experience, can earn industry certifications and are connected with business partners for internships and job opportunities.

Agriscience Magnet Program (AMP) 210-356-1517 agrisciencemagnetprogram.weebly.com

AMP is for high school students who have an interest in studying agriculture science and participating in the FFA (Future Farmers of America) youth leadership organization. Pathways include Agribusiness, Applied Agricultural Engineering, Animal Science, Environmental and Natural Resources, Food Science, and Plant Science. AMP’s state-of-the-art facility is located on the Madison High School campus.