STMHS Named Nationally Certified Magnet School

NEW LONDON, CT — Science & Technology Magnet High School (STMHS) has been named a nationally certified magnet school by Magnet Schools of America (MSA), the national association for magnet and theme-based schools.

According to a news release, STMHS was among 21 schools in 12 states to successfully complete the rigorous two-year evaluation process and demonstrate that it has established the best practices entailed in the Magnet School Standards of Excellence.

To become nationally certified, STMHS submitted a detailed application and participated in an evaluation conducted by the National Institute for Magnet School Leadership (NIMSL). The application process required the school to submit evidence demonstrating how it meets each of the multiple indicators within the Standards of Excellence.

The school will be recognized during a ceremony held at Magnet Schools of America’s 37th National Conference in Maryland on April 10-13.

Check the New London Public Schools website for more information on this certification.

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