A record-breaking eight public schools in Marion County garnered national attention this week after receiving awards from Magnet Schools of America, including one school that earned the highest possible honor.
In its latest round, the organization recognized more local schools than ever before for their commitment to providing high-quality magnet programming.
Vanguard High School led the district’s honorees, capturing the “Top School of Excellence” award. This marks the highest possible honor granted by the organization, a feat the school achieved in its very first year applying for the recognition. Belleview High School, a repeat winner, received the “Merit Award of Excellence.”…