The Visual and Performing Arts program prepares students for academic success and engages them in a rigorous curriculum infused with the arts. Students can explore creative writing, dance, drama, visual arts, vocal and instrumental music. Students take part in performances such as concerts, dance or theatrical productions and art exhibits. They will gain self confidence and discipline. The visual and performing arts elementary program offers program continuity to LaVilla School of the Arts. Note: Not all arts areas available at every school.
Utilization of Magnet Schools
The school district strives to have the utilization of all schools between 85% and 105% of their current capacity. The 2011-2012 utilization of each magnet school helps determine the number of new magnet openings a school may offer for the 2012-2013 magnet lottery.
3750 Springfield Boulevard
Jacksonville, Florida 32206
904.630.6630
www.duvalschools.org/brentwood
An Inspirations Magnet School
Visual and Performing Arts /Arts Integration
Tours: Wednesdays, February 8 and 15, 9:30 am. - 10:30 a.m.
Open House: Thursday, January 26, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Special Information: Extended Day offered Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Principal signature given only after completing a school tour.
Lead Teacher Contacts: Mrs. Debra Whitehead, 630.6630, ext. 2001, whiteheadd@duvalschools.org and Ms. Melissa Endich, 630.6630, ext. 2035, endichm@duvalschools.org
3977 Herschel Street
Jacksonville, Florida 32205
904.381.3910
www.duvalschools.org/fishweir
Tours: February 1, 2, 15, 16, 17 at 9:00 a.m. and February 9 at 3:30 p.m.
Special Information: Tours begin promptly at 9:00 a.m. If you cannot make the tour, please call the school at 381-3910 to schedule a date.
Lead Teacher Contacts: Elaine Morris morrise1@duvalschools.org, and Dianne Cary, caryd@duvalschools.org
901 Kennard Street
Jacksonville, Florida 32208
904.924.3024
www.duvalschools.org/lakeforest
A Dreams Begin Here Magnet School
Tours: February 2, 16 and 23. All tours are from 12:30 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Open House: Thursday, January 19 and Thursday, February 9 from 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Special Information: Our program offers visual arts, dance, drama, chorus, strings and orchestra. We also offer a daily morning television show hosted by our 4th and 5th graders, and an after-school drama class. Lake Forest provides an Extended Day program for mornings and afternoons, TEAM UP, and a Communities-in-Schools program.
Lead Teacher Contacts: Jeannette Dennis, dennisj@duvalschools.org and Richard Wright, wrightjrr@duvalschools.org, 924.3024.
3929 Grant Road
Jacksonville, Florida 32207
904.346.5600
www.duvalschools.org/pineforest
Important Update about Pine Forest Elementary Tour Dates!
Tour dates are printed incorrectly in the 2012-2013 catalog. We apologize for the confusion.
Tours: Pine Forest Elementary is hosting tours Tuesdays, January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 and February 7, 14, 21, 28 at 10:00 a.m.
Open House: Tuesday, January 31 at 7:00 p.m. and Thursday, February 23 at 4:00 p.m.
Special Information: Pine Forest is the only fully dedicated elementary arts magnet school in Duval County. TEAM UP and Extended Day are available before and after school. Primary entry point is kindergarten. Limited openings in grades 1 through 5.
Lead Teacher Contact: Terri Wester, westerm@duvalschools.org
F.A.M.E. (Foreign Language, Academics, Music Enrichment)
The F.A.M.E. theme focuses on Foreign Language, Academics and Music Enrichment. Spanish exposes students to other lands and cultures. The second area, Academics, focuses on enhancing critical thinking skills. And finally, Music Enrichment offers students the chance to express themselves through musical instruments, music theory, rhythm and other rudiments of music. Music study helps students become motivated and self-assured while fostering creativity and self-expression.
8801 Lake Placid Drive East
Jacksonville, Florida 32208
904.924.3027
www.duvalschools.org/mlk
Tours: January 10, 24, 31, February 7, 14 at 9:00 a.m.
Open House: February 22, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Special Information: Along with an outstanding education, our students enjoy “The Eagle News” (a student-generated television production), Safety Patrols, Winter and Spring band competitions, Tinikling team, Spanish dancers, Eagle Cheerleaders, and Art Club. Students are provided with opportunities to perform throughout the community.
Lead Teacher Contact:Detra Tucker, 924.3027 ext. 51 or tuckerd@duvalschools.org