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Recruiting Excellence in Academics for Catholic High Schools and More

MAGIS is an effort to do MORE to prepare students who have been traditionally underrepresented at our school for the academic, social and spiritual challenges they may encounter as students in a college preparatory high school setting. The MAGIS program is designed to identify and inspire students who possess the potential and commitment to become successful high school students through various intensive and academic enrichment classes.

The MAGIS program is held at Saint Ignatius High School during a student’s 6th, 7th and 8th grade year. Throughout the school year, students will have the opportunity to attend cultural events and academic enrichment workshops.

Students who have participated in MAGIS come from schools such as Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Urban Community School, Metro Catholic, St. Rocco, St. Ignatius of Antioch, Holy Name, Our Lady of Peace, St. Francis, St. Mary-Colinwood, St. Thomas Aquinas, Riverside, Luis Muñoz Martin and several other inner-city schools.

Saturday Academic Program

The program consists of 15 Saturdays for 8th graders, 25 Saturdays for 7th graders and 20 Saturdays for 6th grade scholars.

Summer Achievement Program

In conjunction with the Saint Ignatius Summer Enrichment Program, the REACHing MAGIS Summer program hosts 7th and 8th grade scholars for a month of intensive learning. During the summer, these young men continue their work in math, English, test prep/study skills and computer skills/graphic arts. In the afternoons, they participate in a wide variety of athletic and social activities and embark on Friday field trips.

Fall Leadership Institute

The REACHing MAGIS leadership institutes are designed to challenge young men to be open to growth. They work to define leadership and to build respect, trust and honesty. Students are encouraged to foster teamwork and lay the foundation for a motivated life. After each activity, students participate in both large and small group discussion and reflection.

Winter Leadership Institute

The Winter Leadership Institute is designed to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. It motivates young men to understand equality and become the leaders of a more just society.