Louisiana's East Baton Rouge Parish School System has been awarded a $14,999,543 grant to create four new magnet schools, the Advocate reports.
According to WAFB, the schoolsMcKinley Elementary, Broadmoor Elementary, BR Conservatory, and McKinley Highwill serve grades kindergarten through 12.
The schools will focus on visual and performing arts, and will help racially, ethnically, and economically diversify the schools while improving students' academic performance, officials say.
The schools will also feature a teaching training center.
"We are thrilled for yet another opportunity to implement innovative programs," says interim superintendent Adam Smith.
"This grant is instrumental for the district to add to the menu of school choices for our students."
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