APPLICATION
The application for 2019-20 programs will be open November 16, 2018 - December 21, 2018.
Applications for 2019-20 Specialty and Choice Programs are now closed.
Applications are online only.
*Applicants to DAVIS MIDDLE and HERITAGE HIGH must also schedule an Audition Time while filling out the application. HHS Auditions/Artistic Reviews will be held February 2, 2019. DMS Auditions/Artistic Reviews will be held January 12, 2019.
* If you need help accessing the online application or have questions about the online application and audition sign-up, email us at rcpsinfo@rockdale.k12.ga.us
* Please note: Non-traditional programs such as Rockdale Career Academy, Rockdale Magnet School for Science and Technology, Rockdale Open Campus and Rockdale Virtual Campus are NOT included in this application process. Please see your school counselor for more information about these programs.
* If you are already enrolled in a specialty program and plan to return to the same program at the same school, you do not need to reapply each year.
* Please note: Beginning with the 2019-20 school year, RCPS will be putting a moratorium on Choice options at the elementary level. The district will be evaluating the resources and structure of the Specialty and Choice programs during this time. Existing Specialty programs at the elementary level will continue with students from within their attendance zone and students already in their programs.
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2019-20 Program Information
• Center for Technology and Engineering at Conyers Middle (Click here for PDF 
).
• Academy for Performing and Visual Arts at Davis Middle (Click here for PDF ).
• Academy for Pre-Medical Science at Edwards Middle (Click here for PDF ).
• STEM Program for Environmental Studies at Memorial Middle (Click here for PDF ).
• Academy for Performing and Visual Arts at Heritage High (Click here for PDF ).
• Institute of Advanced Technology at Rockdale County High (Click here for PDF ) .
• International Entertainment and Business Leadership Academy at Salem High (Click here for PDF ) .
• Rockdale Magnet School for Science and Technology (Click here for PDF ) .
Open House Schedule
OPEN HOUSES for the 2019-20 School Specialty and Choice Programs will be held in October and November 2018. Families are strongly encouraged to attend an Open House night for more information about applications, requirements, or auditions and artistic reviews.
(PDF of Specialty and Choice Open House Schedule)
(PDF en Español, Especialidad Escolar y Elección, Fechas de Exposición Escolar)
The Specialty and Choice Open House Schedule (listed by order of Open House date) is as follows:
Gen. Ray Davis Middle School,
Academy for Performing and Visual Arts at DMS,
Grades 6, 7, 8.
Open House Tuesday, October 9, 2018, 5-7 p.m.
Address 3375 East Fairview Road, Stockbridge, GA 30281.
Phone 770-388-5675.
Website https://dms.rockdaleschools.org/specialty .
Conyers Middle School,
Center for Technology & Engineering at CMS,
Grades 6, 7, 8.
Open House Thursday, October 25, 2018, 5-7 p.m.
Address 400 Sigman Road, Conyers, GA 30012.
Phone 770-483-3371.
Website https://cms.rockdaleschools.org/specialty .
Rockdale Magnet School of Science and Technology,
STEM,
Grade 9. Application open to eighth grade students who meet eligibility requirements.
Open House Monday, October 29, 2018 for students from DMS and EMS.
Tuesday, October 30, 2018 for students from CMS and MMS.
Private School and Home School students may attend either Open House date.
6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. both nights.
Address 930 Rowland Road, Conyers, GA 30012.
Phone 770-483-8737.
Website https://magnet.rockdaleschools.org .
Rockdale County High School,
Institute of Advanced Technology at RCHS,
Grade 9.
Open House Tuesday, October 30, 2018, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Address 1174 Bulldog Circle, Conyers, Ga 30012.
Phone 770-483-5428.
Website https://rchs.rockdaleschools.org/specialty .
Memorial Middle School,
STEM Academy for Environmental Studies at MMS,
Grades 6, 7, 8.
Open House Thursday, November 1, 2018, 6-7 p.m.
Address 3205 Underwood Road, Conyers, GA 30013.
Phone 770-922-0139.
Website https://mms.rockdaleschools.org/specialty .
Edwards Middle School,
Pre-Medical Science at EMS,
Grades 6, 7, 8.
Open House Wednesday, November 7, 2018, 5-7 p.m.
Address 2633 Stanton Road, Conyers, GA 30094.
Phone 770-483-3255.
Website https://ems.rockdaleschools.org/specialty .
Open Campus,
Non-traditional High School,
Students may apply after attending 2 years of high school and a minimum of 5 credits.
Open House Thursday, November 8, 2018, 5 p.m.
Address 1115 West Avenue, Conyers, GA 30012.
Phone 770-388-5727.
Website https://oc.rockdaleschools.org .
Heritage High School
Academy for Performing and Visual Arts at HHS,
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12.
Open House November 8, 2018, 6-7:30 p.m.
Address 2400 Granade Road, Conyers, GA 30094.
Phone 770-483-5428.
Website https://hhs.rockdaleschools.org/specialty .
Salem High School,
International Entertainment and Business Leadership Academy at SHS,
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12.
Open House Wednesday, November 14, 2018, 6-7 p.m.
Address 3551 Underwood Road, Conyers, GA 30013.
Phone 770-929-0176.
Website https://shs.rockdaleschools.org/specialty .
Rockdale Career Academy,
Career Technical and Agricultural Education (CTAE),
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12.
Open House January 24, 2019, 5-8 p.m.
Address 1064 Culpepper Drive, Conyers, GA 30094.
Phone 770-388-5677.
Website https://rca.rockdaleschools.org .
Rockdale Virtual Campus,
Personalized Online and Blended Learning,
All middle and high school grades.
Please talk to your school counselor for information about RVC classes.
Address 1064 Culpepper Drive, Conyers, GA 30094
Phone 770-388-5677
Website www.rockdalevirtualcampus.com
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