Horizon Magnet

The Horizon Magnet program is a small and rigorous four-year course of study  learning community for driven, motivated, and academically talented ninth and tenth grade students. Horizon promotes collaborative learning and leadership building for intellectually motivated students who strive for academic success with a global perspective within a broad and balanced international curriculum. The program admits up to 44 rising ninth and tenth graders each year, keeping Horizon classes to approximately  a 22:1 student-teacher ratio. Though not mandatory, it is recommended that  ninth graders have one credit of Algebra 1 and one credit in a foreign language when applying.  An interview and writing sample are required for consideration.  Rising tenth graders may apply as well. Prerequisite coursework for tenth graders is one credit of Algebra 1, Biology, one credit of Honors English, and at least one year of foreign language.  In addition, an interview and writing sample are required. Follow us on Twitter at @rne_ib

 

What makes Horizon unique?

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Horizon magnet students earn one AP credit in both 9th and 10th grade, an opportunity not available to other students. In addition, Horizon students complete 20 hours of community service, and they attend a minimum of four cultural events each year.  In fulfilling these requirements, students have the opportunity to “think globally and act locally, and to reflect upon the true meaning of international-mindedness.” In essence, these experiences encourage understanding and respect for other cultures and their differences.

 

What type of student would most benefit from participating in Horizon? Students who would most benefit from this magnet program will: 

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• be highly motivated and academically talented 

• be encouraged to think independently and drive their own learning 

• take part in a program of education that can lead them to some of the highest ranking universities around the world 

• become more culturally aware, through the development of a second language 

• be able to engage with people in an increasingly globalized, rapidly changing world.

 

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