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Region IV Teacher of the Year: Elizabeth Luna

Region IV Teacher of the Year: Elizabeth Luna

Sometimes it takes the keen insight of a loved one to recognize our true calling, even before we grasp it ourselves. For Elizabeth Luna, the path to becoming an exceptional educator was illuminated by the unwavering support and intuition of her mother.

Region IV Principal of the Year: Winston Pierce

Region IV Principal of the Year: Winston Pierce

At Farmington Woods, Principal Pierce ensures a culture of inclusion as the foundation for the school's work in achieving its goals. She emphasizes collective responsibility for every student's success and fosters a holistic approach that addresses support and enrichment for academic success.

Region III Teacher of the Year: Willis W. Reese III

Region III Teacher of the Year: Willis W. Reese III

A nudge from a coworker at the Health Department prompted Willis Reese III to embark on a journey that led him to the classroom. Teaching became more than just a profession—it became his calling.

Region III Principal of the Year: Candice Jester

Region III Principal of the Year: Candice Jester

Principal Candice Jester has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to promoting language proficiency and cultural understanding through the implementation of a highly effective dual language immersion program at Kilpatrick Elementary School in Clayton County Public Schools.

Region II Principal of the Year: Amy Dockter-Rozar

Region II Principal of the Year: Amy Dockter-Rozar

Amy Dockter-Rozar is a shining example of leadership at West Career and Technical Academy (WCTA). She passionately advocates for equity and diversity, fostering an inclusive environment for students and staff within the magnet school.

Region II Teacher of the Year: Kimberly Min

Region II Teacher of the Year: Kimberly Min

Min's dedication to the growth of Open Magnet School for the past eight years is one of dedication and commitment, according to Keith H. Abrahams III, Ed.D., Executive Director, Student Integration Services.

Region I Teacher of the Year: Lucien A. Bouffard

Region I Teacher of the Year: Lucien A. Bouffard

Beswick Channer, the principal of Biotechnology & Zoological Sciences School, says that in his lessons, Bouffard acts as a facilitator of learning.

Region I Principal of the Year: Tanya Bates Howell

Region I Principal of the Year: Tanya Bates Howell

At P.S 349, Principal Tanya Bates Howell is committed to empowering all stakeholders to dismantle racism and injustice by cultivating an environment of equity and social change through Leadership and STEAM.

MSA Recognizes 64 Nationally Certified Schools

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, DC – Magnet Schools of America (MSA) has named 31 Nationally Certified Schools and 33 Nationally Certified-Demonstration Schools, bringing the total number of nationally certified schools across the country to 245. As leading examples of magnet school excellence, these schools provide outstanding learning opportunities for their students and join a growing […]

MSA Calls for Realistic Fiscal Proposals

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, DC – Magnet Schools of America is deeply disappointed by the decision of the House Appropriations Committee to propose no funding for the Magnet Schools Assistance Program (MSAP) next year as part of a package of sweeping and draconian cuts in funding to the U.S. Department of Education included in the […]


Learn how to become a Nationally Certified Magnet School

Raise the level of performance consistent throughout school districts nationwide and creates a platform from which all magnet schools can flourish. Magnet Schools of America’s national certification process is designed to recognize the hard work of the best magnet schools in the nation and to help them as they grow.

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