Magnet Schools Change Tradition

The has a number of magnet schools, each emphasizing a certain theme to better student success.

Though magnet schools meet the same standards as the other schools within the district, they go further by specializing in specific areas and giving students more opportunities to gain new skills.

“Children learn in different ways and at different rates,” said Amber Farinha, coordinator of community services for the district. “At Magnet schools, where thematic-based instruction offers a variety of teaching strategies, children flourish.”

The district offers 12 magnet programs ­– eight elementary school programs and four middle school programs.

The , which collaborates with Stanford University, is a school specializing in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Students pick a specific area of focus and continue on that path throughout the two years. In eighth grade, students may pick a related minor or arts course.

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For more information about Magnet schools call 650-312-7250 or visit http://smfc-ca.schoolloop.com/magnet.