Istrouma Middle Magnet School
Themes: Broadcast Communications, Honors Academy
Grades: 6th - 8th
Program Eligibility
Grades: Students must have a cumulative 2.50 grade point average (GPA) based on the last four (4) consecutive semesters for broadcast communications; students must have a cumulative 3.00 grade point average (GPA) based on the last four (4) consecutive semesters for Honors Program.
Test scores: Perform on a level of Basic or above on LEAP 2025 or the equivalent on a norm-referenced assessment in both ELA and math.
The Honors Academy of Istrouma Middle will provide participants with a student-centered, inquiry- based, pre-College Preparatory Program. This program is designed primarily to meet the academic and intellectual needs of high performing students.
Students interested in newspaper journalism, radio, television, public speaking and satellite communications will find the Broadcast Communications Magnet Program an excellent choice. Visual communication skills are developed through the use of cameras, video and computers. While developing writing, speaking and computer skills, students can explore the areas of television and radio production, marketing, advertising and public relations. Electives in this program include Radio Broadcasting, Journalism, Public Speaking, TV/Film, and Music Production.