1. Welcome to the Rancho High School Academies!

2. Academy Mission
To educate students to become Responsible, Achieving,  Motivated, and Self-reliant citizens, who are well-rounded and well-prepared for future success.

3. Magnet Office Staff Ms. Bonderov, Assistant Principal
Mrs. Waite, Secretary
Magnet Coordinator
Ms. Haas
Three counselors dedicated to magnet students
Ms. Tartan A - F
Ms. Follins 9th – 11th Gr: G - O th Gr: G - L
Mrs. Moyer M-Z 9th – 11th Gr: P - Z th Gr: M - Z

4. Academy Orientation: 2019 – 2020
Contract
Magnet Certificate
Program Sequence
Standards
Academic
Behavior
Probation
Fees
Community Service
Media
Transportation

5. One Year Contract
Students are obligated to remain in the program for one contractual year.
This contract is initiated upon enrollment and renewed yearly in the early Spring.

6. One Year Contract
Only in dire and reasonable circumstances can a contract be overturned.
Examples:
Move out of district
Expulsion
Appeals must be made in writing to the Magnet Office.

7. One Year Contract If the contract is broken, students…
May receive an “F” grade for classes not dropped at semester.
Will NOT be able to transfer their athletic eligibility.

8. Academy Curriculum
RHS’s four magnet programs follow specific course sequences
Requirements of the RHS Academy programs are in accordance with the College and Career Ready requirements
Course sequences and course descriptions can be found in the RHS Course Catalog located at

9. Academy Curriculum
Students may not be enrolled in both the Aviation and Medical programs.

10. Academy Curriculum Students MAY NOT change programs once accepted.
Each program is allotted a certain number of seats.
Students were turned away who wanted the seat you were given.
Staffing and funding are based on this number.

11. Academy Curriculum
Students MAY take electives in other programs provided…
They are enrolled in an elective specific to their program.
There is room in the class.
It fits in their schedule.
They meet the prerequisites for the “other” elective.

12. Four years MAGNET ELECTIVE
Magnet Certificate
In order to receive a Magnet Certificate as well as a medallion, students must satisfactorily complete…
Four years MATH
Four years SCIENCE
Four years MAGNET ELECTIVE

13. Magnet Certificate
NOTE: To remain in the Rancho High School Magnet Program, students MUST be enrolled in a magnet course!!!

14. Medical Academy Program
Pre-Medicine
Health Science I
Health Science II
Sports Med I,
Community Health
Capstone Course

16. Aviation Academy Programs
Pilot
Engineering
Aviation Technology I
Aerospace Engineering I
Aviation Technology II
Aerospace Engineering II
Aviation Technology III
Aerospace Engineering III
Aerospace Engineering Advanced Studies
Pilot or UAS

17. Aviation Academy Programs
Aviation Maintenance Tech.
Aerospace Engineering I or Aviation Technology I
Aviation Maintenance Technician I
Aviation Maintenance Technician II
Aviation Maintenance Technician III

18. Academic Standards Students must… have GPA of 2.0 or higher.
A “C” average
NOT fail ANY class.
have a “C” or better in their magnet classes.

19. Ex. Papers, Tests, Magnet Hours
Behavioral Standards
A student will be found in violation of Academy Behavioral Standards if they…
Academic Dishonesty on Any Academic Work:
Ex. Papers, Tests, Magnet Hours
Have excessive absences and/or tardies
Receive a “U” in Citizenship
Get put on RPC or are suspended

20. Probation
If at the end of any semester a student has deficits in any of the previously stated areas, they will be placed on PROBATION.

21. Probation
Probation notices are sent out at the beginning of each semester
(e.g. September & January)

22. Probation
Students placed on probation will meet with the magnet coordinator.
Probationary students and their parents must read and sign the probation letter and return it to the magnet office within 24 hours.

23. Probation
Students will be given ONE semester to improve their grades and/or behavior.

24. Dismissals
If a student continues to have deficits in ANY of the previously stated areas after the semester of probation, s/he will be subject to removal from the magnet program.

25. Fees: All fees are Due Sept. 6th
Lab Fees
$40
This is your class fee for your magnet class.
If you have more than one class you will need to pay the fee for each class.
Uniform
$40
Pre-Med: Scrubs
Aviation: Polo Shirt
*Any fee not paid by Sept. 6th will receive a fine notice. If you pay after Sept. 6th you must bring your receipt to Ms. Haas in the Magnet Office.

26. Uniform
As uniforms and professional dress are often required in the medical and aviation fields, ALL magnet students are required to wear uniforms consistent with their programs. Uniform days are EVERY Monday & Tuesday (1st day of the week when you have your magnet class).
Uniforms must be worn ALL DAY or employability skills grade may be affected.

27. Uniform
ALL magnet students must wear their uniform EVERY Monday or Tuesday. Exceptions: Spirit Weeks and game days.
Nothing is to be worn underneath the uniform that will detract from the appearance of the uniform.
Students will be in COMPLETE uniform.
Pants may not “sag” or be altered to make a skinny fit.
Hair must be up and away from the face and be of a natural hair color and style. Students should look appropriate and professional.
Uniforms must be clean, spot free, and in good repair.
Students may wear a single post in each ear, a watch, one ring per finger, and a single strand necklace that does not interfere with activities or pose any hazards.
Magnet pins are to be worn ABOVE the magnet logo.
No excessive make-up, perfume, or aftershave may be worn.
Nails must be natural and clean and no longer than ½ inch in length, with no extreme colors.
Shoes must be closed-toe.
Work flats- no boots or heels.

28. Community Service: WHY?
Service-learning:
Improves character values and responsible behavior
Improves academic outcomes for students
Promotes a sense of connectedness to the school and the community
Promotes social-emotional skills
Promotes civic participation

29. Community Service
Forging of Hours will result in a loss of the Magnet Certificate & Medallion
Every magnet student is responsible for completing 10 community service hours per academic year.
Hours must be documented on the Community Service Hours Log Sheet and turned into your magnet teacher by May 1, 2020.
Form can be found at
Pre-med students must include ALL of their log sheets in their Senior Capstone Portfolio
At least 10 of the hours must be in the medical field
There are countless opportunities for you to complete your community service hours either at RHS or in the greater community.

30. All We Ask…
See us

31. Media Release & Clause
Each year students are asked to sign a media release form
The media is often on campus.
If a student has NOT provided a media release, it is their responsibility to notify members of the press.
Students MAY NOT speak to ANY member of the media without the express approval of the Magnet Office

32. TRANSPORTATION

33. Questions?

34. Thank you and we look forward to a great year!