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Basic Information

Address - 1000 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
Phone - (919) 856-7960
Fax - (919) 856-7985
Website - http://washingtones.wcpss.net
Principal - Peggy Beasley-Rodgers
Grades - k - 5
2008-09 Bell Schedule - 9:15 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
2007-08 Enrollment - 572
2006-07 Capacity (SBC/ASCC) - 546/555
2006-07 Mobile Units - 0
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Capacity Figures Explanation

SBC (School Building Capacity) - Building capacity- the number of students that can be accommodated in permanent, "brick and mortar building."
ASCC (Annual School Campus Capacity) - Current Capacity- building capacity PLUS on-site mobile unit capacity with supplemental program adjustment; total campus capacity for the listed school year.

Curriculum: Gifted & Talented

Theme Description

1.Extensive elective menu for exploration of interests, acceleration, and rich, in-depth study in all subject areas to enhance the standard course of study

2.Foreign language instruction offered through high school

3.Expanded visual and performing arts opportunities

4.Extensive AP course offerings in high school

Description

Washington Elementary Magnet offers the Gifted and Talented Program. The GT program is based on the belief that every child has gifts and talents to be valued and nurtured. This program promotes choice for the student and parent. Children explore a wide variety of learning experiences through core and elective courses that continually develop individual strengths and interests. There are no tests, auditions, or performance standards for acceptance into the Gifted and Talented Program.All students have the opportunity to take elective classes. Students in a GT magnet school take two electives everyday!

Instructional programs are cooperatively developed by teachers, parents, and children. The program is innovative and challenges all children to reach their fullest potential with experiences that lead to success. Resources, technology and materials are readily available to support and supplement the instructional program and meet changing individual needs. The electives allow for the unique educational needs of children.

Washington GT Magnet Elementary School was the 2003 recipient of the Ronald P. Simpson Award given by Magnet Schools of America recognizing it as the number one magnet school in the nation!!