School District: New Orleans Public Schools (NOPS)

Charter Organization: Advocates for Science and Math Education, Inc.

Board Chair: Mary Zervigon

Mission Statement: The New Orleans Charter Science and Mathematics High School creates a safe yet rigorous environment for any interested student to master the science and mathematics skills essential for lifelong competence and to grow as leaders and active citizens in our society.

Grades Served: 9-12

2006-07 School Size: 300

2007 Start Date: August 15, 2007
Registration Process: complete application school for application; lottery held if applicants exceed available spaces; preference to siblings of current SciHigh students

Requirements: no academic entrance requirements; students must maintain 1.6 GPA

Application Deadline: April 30, 2007

Transportation: yellow school bus service at $5 per week

Health Services: LSU school-based clinic with two nurses; social worker; weekly doctor visits; mental health professional

Special Education Model: inclusion with support teacher

Special Programs: summer science internships; summer school; freshman institute for incoming students; electives led by community professionals

Extracurricular Activities: Robotics Team; some afterschool sports