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Join Merrol Hyde Magnet School for “A Night of Paideia Seminar”

Monday, January 26, 2026
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

See the Paideia philosophy in action at our Open House! Families, friends, and community members can participate in seminars. When you arrive, faculty and students will be in the cafeteria to direct you to seminar locations.

Elementary Seminars: 6:00-6:40 PM

Text:

• They Share the Work
• A Tale from Latvia

Middle/High School Seminar choices: 6:50-7:30 PM

Text:

• The Declaration of Independence
• Social Media Never Stops

MHMS is an academic magnet school. Prospective students must meet academic exam criteria (85th percentile in reading, language/writing, and math) for consideration.

Below is the general timeline for those seeking enrollment at MHMS. Please note that the process begins roughly one year prior to the targeted school year.

• Mid-September: application link available via the school’s website
• Mid-December: application deadline
• January: testing appointments available to approved applicants
• February: testing conducted (Saturday appointments)
• March: exams are scored
• March/April: exam results are sent to parents/guardians
• April: online lottery for waitlist placement if necessary