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The School for the Talented and Gifted follows the state’s Distinguished Achievement Program, and places an emphasis on Advanced Placement curriculum—a minimum of 11 AP courses are required for graduation. Students at the School for the Talented and Gifted may conduct field research via partnerships with local universities, take electives such as Web mastery, and enroll in mini-courses like ballroom dancing or glass blowing during interim terms. BASIS Tucson uses an accelerated curriculum that includes Advanced Placement courses in subjects ranging from calculus to music theory. Students at BASIS can graduate after three years, or stay an additional year to complete capstone courses and an optional senior project. During their capstone, students can study subjects such as quantum mechanics or category theory. Extracurricular opportunities for BASIS students include roller derby, cycling, fencing, and robo-rocketry, to name a few.  Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science and Technology is ranked 1st within Georgia. Students have the opportunity to take Advanced Placement® course work and exams. The AP® participation rate at Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science and Technology is 100 percent. The student body makeup is 62 percent male and 38 percent female, and the total minority enrollment is 71 percent. Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science and Technology is 1 of 22 high schools in the Gwinnett County Public Schools.  Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology uses a STEM-focused curriculum that starts with the Freshman Integrated Biology, English, and Technology program and culminates with a technical lab project for seniors. The school boasts 13 specialized research labs, ranging from astrophysics to microelectronics to oceanography. Extracurricular activities at the Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology include cultural groups such as the Persian Club, and a variety of athletic teams. BASIS Scottsdale is ranked 2nd within Arizona. Students have the opportunity to take Advanced Placement® course work and exams. The AP® participation rate at BASIS Scottsdale is 100 percent. The student body makeup is 49 percent male and 51 percent female, and the total minority enrollment is 42 percent. BASIS Scottsdale is 1 of 3 high schools in the BASIS Schools Inc.. The curriculum at Pine View School mixes traditional classroom learning with independent study, mini-courses, and ungraded classes. Pine View School places a strong emphasis on parent involvement through volunteering and fundraising opportunities, open houses, newsletters, and field trips. Students must maintain a minimum grade point average and complete advanced foreign language courses to graduate. Extracurricular activities at Pine View include the programming and cooking clubs, Model United Nations, and National Honor Society.  Loveless Academic Magnet Program High School (LAMP) places a strong emphasis on parent engagement through newsletters, conferences, volunteering, and fundraising opportunities. The school’s curriculum includes a variety of Advanced Placement courses, as well as competitive academic groups such as the Scholar’s Bowl and Science Olympiad. Extracurricular activities at Loveless Academic Magnet Program include Model United Nations and the forensics club, among others. Admission to LAMP is selective, and based on proven academic excellence.  The Biotechnology High School focuses on a collaborative learning experience that includes project-based learning, scholarly research, and interactive partnerships. Students at the Biotechnology High School are required to complete a senior internship. Past internship placements include Rutgers University, Bristol-Myers Squibb, and area biotech firms. Biotechnology High School offers an International Baccalaureate Program, as well as courses in molecular and agricultural biotechnology, genetics, and forensics. The Parent Student Faculty Association engages parents in their child’s education.
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