Magnet and Academic Programs

Magnet Programs

College Preparatory Magnet

Our Vision

To develop well-rounded individuals for college, career and life.

Our Mission

The Banning High School College Preparatory Magnet Program develops scholars through an individualized and personalized comprehensive high school experience inclusive of athletics, arts and extracurricular activities. Faculty, students and parents collaborate to cultivate skills necessary for future personal, academic and career success through an experiential learning process in small class sizes; emphasizing critical thinking, problem solving, self-determination, self-esteem, responsibility and interconnectivity.

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Firefighter/Emergency Medical Services Magnet

The Firefighter/EMS Magnet develops students and prepares them academically for college and careers as first responders. This program is the place to get prepared for applying to and completing the Los Angeles Fire Department’s program. All students take A-G required courses and experience rigorous physical training taught by the Los Angeles Fire Department. They receive in-class support from LAFD and go on field trips to observe various Firefighter career pathways.

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Science/Technology/Engineering/Arts/Math (STEAM) Magnet

Banning High School’s new STEAM Magnet uses an educational approach to learning that uses Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics as access points for guiding student inquiry, dialogue, and critical thinking. The end results are students who take thoughtful risks, engage in experiential learning, persist in problem-solving, embrace collaboration, and work through the creative process. These are the innovators, educators, leaders, and learners of the 21st century!

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Police Academy Magnet (PAM)

The Police Academy Magnet is a college and career pathway academy, preparing students for a career in law enforcement. In partnership with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) and Los Angeles School Police (LASP), our students gain important knowledge about law enforcement, receive valuable mentorship, and critical leadership skills. Students take honors courses and are provided physical and mental strength training. If a student decides to pursue the field of law enforcement, our students are prioritized for a program that is affiliated with West Los Angeles Community College (P.O.P.P.) and students can earn an Associate of Arts Degree (AA) in Administration of Justice working through the LAPD Ahmanson Recruit and In-Service Training Center with a direct path to the LAPD Police Academy.

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Specialized Programs

Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID)

AVID is a college readiness program designed to help students develop the skills they need to be successful in college. The program places special emphasis on growing writing, critical thinking, teamwork, organization and reading skills. Students take the AVID elective class throughout their high school career, and with the same group of students. AVID gives the middle-of-the-road student extra support as they prepare for college. Students enrolled in the AVID Program also belong to one of the Banning academies listed on the other side. Students enrolled in AVID are part of any one of the Academies below.

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Maritime Scholars Gifted Program (MTSP)

This program is designed to support the development of gifted and talented youth. Through comprehensive, intensive and balanced curriculum, students develop their individual talents and relate their experiences to the realities of their local and global communities. Students share common classes and teachers to allow collaboration across the curriculum and a greater degree of personalization between teachers and students with the goal of encouraging students to be active learners, well-rounded individuals, and engaging citizens. Students enrolled in the Maritime Scholars Program also belong to one of the Banning academies listed below.

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Academies

Communication Arts and Leadership (CAL) Academy

The emphasis and theme for CAL students is in Communications, Arts (Fine Art and Performing Arts) and Leadership. Electives include Journalism (school newspaper), Drawing, Painting, Photography, Sculpture, Advanced Art courses, Chorus, Instruments, Intro to Theater Arts, and Advanced/Musical Theater.

Possible Careers: Artist, Designer, Fashion Designer/Illustrator, Graphic Designer, Photographer, Journalist, Photo Journalist, Radio Broadcaster, News Anchor, Editor, Author, Actor, Musician, Music Producer, Dancer, Choreographer, Script Writer, Production Assistant, Movie Producer, Director, Educator, Teacher, Social Worker, Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Politician, Activist, Attorney, Entrepreneur, Business owner, Sales, Advertising

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Global Environmental Science Academy (GESA)

GESA focuses on the study of environmental studies, where students will take courses in the field of Biology, Environmental Science, Marine Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Science Technology Research.

Possible Careers: Marine Biologist, Chemist, Biologist, Environmental Scientist, Botanist, Landscape Design, Zoologist

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Global Safety and Security (GSS) Academy

The GSS Academy is an innovative career development program at Phineas Banning High School that is committed to serving our community. Our GSS students are provided with resume building workshops, career building seminars, university tours and collective event planning opportunities that will allow them to develop the necessary skills to succeed in the current and future workforce.

Classes offered: Youth and Justice, Global Trade, and Business Entrepreneurship

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International Trade Academy (ITA)

ITA is a career pathway that teaches students about business and entrepreneurship. ITA focuses on the five pillars: Professional Exposure, College Exposure, Community Involvement, Social Gatherings, and Support. Students will take elective courses in global business and business entrepreneurship.

Possible Careers: Business Owner, International Business, Financial Advisor, Business Operations Manager, Marketing

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Maritime, Agriculture, Tourism, Cuisine, and Hospitality (MATCH) Academy

MATCH students will take courses in Culinary Arts and Business management, as well as preparing you with skills that can lead to your success in college or in a career . If you are interested in advancing your cooking skills or want to learn a new skill from our teachers and Culinary experts in the field, then MATCH is the academy for you.

Possible Careers: Event/Party Planner, Hotel Management, Chef, Pastry Chef, Restaurant Owner, Restaurant Manager, Tour guides/agents

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Pilot Academy of Technology and Health Sciences (PATHS)

PATHS focuses on preparing students for various careers such as in the medical field and in computer sciences. PATHS students receive hands-on experiences in our sports therapy pathway, engineering, computer, auto body, and in our robotics programs.

Possible Careers: Electrical Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Computer Repair, Software Designer, Video Game Designer, Nurse, Sports Doctor, Sports Therapy, Auto Collision Repair, Auto Shop Manager, Welder, Painter

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