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About Our School
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Math Science Technology & Invention Magnet School
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Emphasis at King is placed on hands-on instruction in math,
science, and computer technology. In addition to regular
classroom learning, each student receives instruction on
computer lab several times per week. Two computer labs each
equipped with 35 work stations are programmed to enable your
child to move at his or her own pace in basic math, phonics, and
computer skills.
Each classroom has six to eight computers wired directly to the
school-wide network which allows students to work with software
at grade and ability levels. Teachers receive on-going
training in science and computer technology as well as software
for integration into their curriculum.
In
science, children are engaged in direct experience of the
natural world through hands-on exploration and experimentation,
lab experiences, scientist-in-residence, use of the school
grounds, science field trips, observation of classroom plants
and animals, and science fair projects.
Understanding of math concepts is developed through the use of
math manipulatives, math games, science and math
interdisciplinary activities, and "real life" experiences such
as the school store in addition to text based activities.
Students use technology regularly in their classrooms and the
computer lab.
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Facts About
Our School
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Dr. Martin
Luther King Jr. School opened in 1968 as a grades three to five
school in its current location on Stanley Street. In 1981, King
school became a K - 4 school. The School become the Math,
Science, Technology & Invention Magnet School for K - 5 in 1989.
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Origin of
School Name
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The school was name din honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
(1929 - 1968), the civil rights leader, who impacted the
American consciousness of the 1950's and 60's via his philosophy
and methods of nonviolence. Dr. King's Speech ("I Have a
Dream...") at the March on Washington (1963), along with his
acceptance speech of the Noel Peace Prize and his final sermon
in Memphis are among his most famous speeches. Dr. King was in
Memphis, Tennessee (1968) to help lead sanitation workers in a
protest against low wages and intolerable working conditions
when he was assassinated, by James Earl Ray (1928 - 1998).
Today, the King holiday honors the life and contributions of
America's greatest champion of racial justice and equality.
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King Today
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King places emphasis on hands-on instruction, especially in
math, science and computer technology. Each classroom has six
to eight computers wired to the school-wide network. Students
receive computer lab instruction, several times per week, in
addition to their regular classroom instruction. In addition,
two computer labs, with 35 workstations each, provide students
the opportunity to progress at his/her own pace in basic math,
phonics and computer skills.
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Mission
Statement
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The mission of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Math, Science,
Technology & Invention Magnet School, a multicultural,
technologically rich, creative environment, is to ensure that
all students will attain the knowledge and scientific skills to
create a community of innovative lifelong learners characterized
by:
- Highly trained, motivated and supportive staff;
- Developmental challenging curricula;
- Integration of modern science, technology,
invention;
- Collaborative network of community & parent
partners;
- Safe, healthy and reassuring environment;
- Developing socially, emotionally and productive
school citizens.
05/16/08
King Magnet School Named
Rapidly Improving
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