Silva Magnet School Application
2013-2014 Deadlines
9th Grade
February 15, 2013 by 4:00 p.m.
10th Grade
March 29, 2013 by 4:00 p.m.
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Maxine L. Silva Magnet High School For Health Care Professions
121 Val Verde, El Paso, Texas 79905
(915) 496-8100 FAX (915) 533-3695
Mission Statement
To provide a progressive and academically rigorous curriculum in a multicultural and
technologically advanced environment for students pursuing a career in health care professions.
School Prestige
Among El Paso schools (private and public), Silva Magnet High School has consistently ranked
academically at or near the top in various categories. In 2006, Newsweek magazine ranked Silva
Magnet High School as one of the top 1000 schools in the U.S., and was rated highest of schools
in El Paso on the list.
• US News and World Report Silver Medal School Award 2010
• In 2003 and 2011, Silva received the Blue Ribbon Schools Award.
• Texas Education Agency EXEMPLARY SCHOOL for over 5 years.
• Texas Business and Education Coalition Honor Roll 8 years in a row.
Health Occupations Students of American (HOSA)
Silva students take particular pride in their participation in Health Occupations Students of
America (HOSA) competitions. It is the largest organization in the school. Silva students have
participated and placed in HOSA competitions and conferences in regional (Area 4), state and
national levels.
Certifications available to students
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA),
Pharmacy Technician Assistant, Physical Therapist Assistant
121 Val Verde, El Paso, Texas 79905
(915) 496-8100 FAX (915) 533-3695
Mission Statement
To provide a progressive and academically rigorous curriculum in a multicultural and
technologically advanced environment for students pursuing a career in health care professions.
School Prestige
Among El Paso schools (private and public), Silva Magnet High School has consistently ranked
academically at or near the top in various categories. In 2006, Newsweek magazine ranked Silva
Magnet High School as one of the top 1000 schools in the U.S., and was rated highest of schools
in El Paso on the list.
• US News and World Report Silver Medal School Award 2010
• In 2003 and 2011, Silva received the Blue Ribbon Schools Award.
• Texas Education Agency EXEMPLARY SCHOOL for over 5 years.
• Texas Business and Education Coalition Honor Roll 8 years in a row.
Health Occupations Students of American (HOSA)
Silva students take particular pride in their participation in Health Occupations Students of
America (HOSA) competitions. It is the largest organization in the school. Silva students have
participated and placed in HOSA competitions and conferences in regional (Area 4), state and
national levels.
Certifications available to students
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA),
Pharmacy Technician Assistant, Physical Therapist Assistant