All materials are due at Manual by January 16, 2009 unless otherwise noted.  Please make a copy of submitted materials, since they will not be returned.  Enrollment is limited.  Submission of an application does not guarantee placement in a program or school.

CMA Application Code: 200/MGC

1.	A completed application form designating the desired magnet program (delivered to the office of Optional, Magnet, and Advance Programs by January 9, 2009 ).
2.	A writing portfolio quality essay, composed and written by the applicant, in response to the following question (delivered to Manual by January 16, 2009 ): "Communications" is a multi-faceted magnet, including broadcast journalism, print journalism, photojournalism, graphic arts, advertising, and public relations. Write a letter to the admissions committee indicating which facet of communications you find most interesting, why you find it interesting, and what experiences you have had which have helped prepare you for that area.
3.	A completed activities and interest survey* form which describes the applicant's activities, volunteer work, awards, and recognitions--especially those that relate to the desired magnet program (delivered to Manual by January 16, 2009 ).
4.	Two completed recommendation forms* from teachers (one must be the language arts teacher), a counselor, a principal, or any adult familiar with the applicant's abilities, work and commitment (delivered to Manual by January 16, 2009 ).
5.	A copy of the applicant's school transcript which should include attendance data, achievement test scores (CAT-5, CTBS, Stanford), advance program test scores, CATS scores, past grades, and current progress report (delivered to Manual by January 16, 2009 ). -- Be sure to include your most current progress report card.

NOTE: APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE COMPLETE.

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