Communications Magnet

Magnet Coordinator | Jeffrey Romance | 754.322.0672 | Email

The Communications/Broadcast Arts Program focuses on the many methods employed in the communication of ideas including text, graphics, audio and video. Students enjoy the use of a professional on-campus television studio, state of the art recording studios, remote cameras, nonlinear video editing, digital video and still cameras, and a comprehensive computer graphics and web design lab to complete academic and extracurricular projects. Students interested in television and radio production, newspaper journalism, digital media and web design, computer graphics, advertising, or public relations will find this program an excellent choice.

Academic Requirements

Acceptance into a Magnet Program for high school students is based on academic performance. Exceptional education students with disabilities must meet magnet school entry requirements that will ensure the student’s success in the magnet program. English Language Learners (E.L.L.) must have F.A.S.T. or nationally standardized test scores in reading and/or mathematics and the G.P.A. as required criteria for specific magnet programs as described in Policy.

For all high school programs, unless otherwise noted, there is a review process for students who do not meet the following established entrance criteria for the Communications/Broadcast Arts Magnet Program:

• Unweighted G.P.A. – 2.5 or greater

• F.A.S.T. P.M. 3 score (E.L.A. & Math) – Level 3 or greater 

Application Process

Applications to the C.B.A. program are being accepted December 2, 2024 – January 21, 2025. Contact the Communications/Broadcast Arts Magnet Office for more information on how to apply at 754.322.0672.

OPEN HOUSE will take place on Monday, December 9, 2024 - 6:00pm

Dynamic Courses

The Communications Magnet Program is proud to offer a complete set of dynamic courses catered to the communications industry. Below is a list of the courses offered to our students. 

Introductory Courses
Broadcasting Courses
Publishing Courses
Graphics Courses

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Notable Alumni

The Communications Magnet Program has cultivated many students who have grown to work in many industries. Below are just a few of the alumni who are working in the Communications Field. 

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Ari Odzer | 1982

General Assignment Reporter
LOGO.WPLGmiami

Jacey Birch | 1994

Anchor
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Rebecca Dittmar | 1999

Editor
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Sasha Mitchell | 1999

Producer
LOGO.monique

Takia Cameron | 2000

Financial Manager
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Larry Cutrell | 2000

Engineer
LOGO.WMGTMacon

Ashley DeBeltrand | 2000

Meteorologist
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Dana Dischert | 2000

Creative Designer
LOGO.defjam

Shama Joseph | 2000

Record Producer
LOGO.iHeartRadio

Sarah Peterson | 2000

Promotions
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James Vilsaint | 2000

Tour Manager
LOGO.strong arm radio

Jessica Williams | 2000

On-Air Personality
LOGO.oscars

Adam LaPrade | 2001

I.T. Specialist
LOGO.toyota

Len Brown | 2003 

Digital Media Coordinator
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Jason Clark | 2003

Art Department
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Christian Koegel | 2004

Event Producer
LOGO.CNN

Ty Youstin | 2004

Electronic Graphics Operator
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Rory Cooksey | 2006

Cruise Director
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Cassandra Kusmich | 2006

Promotion Coordinator
LOGO.LAKings

Alana Kniskern | 2014

Art Director