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Creative Arts and Science

Douglas Magnet Elementary School empowers students through arts-integrated, science-rich learning that honors multiple ways of thinking and learning.

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Our Magnet Academic Programs

Our school offers the following unique academic programs, allowing each learner to explore their interests and shape a personalized path to success.

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Creative Arts

Dance, drama, visual arts, and music are seamlessly integrated with core subjects to create dynamic learning experiences. Arts specialists collaborate with classroom teachers to design arts-integrated units and showcase student learning through informal performances called, “informances.”

Science

Students receive specialized instruction from a science specialist who extends classroom learning through hands-on projects, experiments, and real-world problem solving. Classroom teachers collaborate with the science specialist to design science-integrated experiences that deepen understanding and spark curiosity across subjects.

Our School Community

Recognized for Excellence

These honors reflect the commitment of our educators, the achievements of our students, and the exceptional strength of public education in the Wake County Public School System.

2025 National Magnet School of Excellence

Magnet Schools of America

2024 National Magnet School of Distinction

Magnet Schools of America

2026 & 2025 WCPSS Employee Excellence Award Recipients

Wake County Public School System

Academic Excellence

A group of people, including adults and children, are gathered around a table, engaged in what appears to be a collaborative activity or discussion.

Our school thrives on working together, learning from each other and creatively integrating the arts into daily learning.

Four young children, two girls and two boys, are standing in a classroom setting with a colorful bulletin board and other educational materials visible in the background.

Students share and celebrate their learning with their families throughout the school year with informal performances.

Voices of Our School

Our school is defined by the people who invest in it every day: students, families, faculty, community leaders and a network of alumni.

Bette Brownfield

"Douglas Magnet Elementary is a special place where community, staff, and students create a joyful, kind place to learn. My children have thrived, and I’m grateful to serve as PTA president."

PTA, President

Sydney Dolan

“I truly love Douglas. It's a welcoming community where our Magnet theme nurtures curiosity and a love of learning. The people and our beautiful campus make it one of a kind."

Douglas Teacher of the Year

Adelaide Johnson

"Douglas was an amazing place for me to learn and grow as a person! It gave me opportunities to try new things and grow my skills! The experience of going to Douglas was an unforgettable one, and helped me succeed forever!"

Past Student