Dr. Tiffany Scott, Principal
Main Office: 919-250-4750
Bell Schedule: 9:10 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.
Home
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Center for Design and Computer Sciences
Where creativity meets code! Bugg students design, program, and innovate as they solve real-world problems through design thinking and computer science.
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School Calendar
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Our Magnet Concentration
Our school offers the following unique focus areas, allowing each learner to explore their interests and shape a personalized path to success.
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Design Thinking
Students use the design process to empathize, imagine, prototype, and refine creative solutions to real-world challenges.
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Computational Thinking
Students develop computational thinking by coding, programming robotics, and creating digital products that bring their ideas to life.
Our School Community
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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.
National Merit Award
2026 Magnet School of Distinction
Purple Star Award
Awarded for our commitment to military students and families.
Advanced Degrees
60% of staff have earned an advanced degree.
Academic Excellence
![Theme Based Electives]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781724438/wcpssnet/xaaympxz8mwdmehsxftx/SAR05453.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781724438/wcpssnet/xaaympxz8mwdmehsxftx/SAR05453.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781724438/wcpssnet/xaaympxz8mwdmehsxftx/SAR05453.jpg","width":600}])
Students engage in theme-based topics that connect learning to purpose.
![Coding]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781722524/wcpssnet/femoif8j6ksutsvxpjuo/IMG_9217.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781722524/wcpssnet/femoif8j6ksutsvxpjuo/IMG_9217.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1781722524/wcpssnet/femoif8j6ksutsvxpjuo/IMG_9217.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1781722524/wcpssnet/femoif8j6ksutsvxpjuo/IMG_9217.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1781722524/wcpssnet/femoif8j6ksutsvxpjuo/IMG_9217.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1781722524/wcpssnet/femoif8j6ksutsvxpjuo/IMG_9217.jpg","width":2200}])
Students don’t just learn to code; they learn to think deeply, apply knowledge, and tackle challenges with confidence.
![STEM]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781723140/wcpssnet/k9k4egheub3byhfbycsd/SAR05574.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781723140/wcpssnet/k9k4egheub3byhfbycsd/SAR05574.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781723140/wcpssnet/k9k4egheub3byhfbycsd/SAR05574.jpg","width":600}])
Students engage in learning that deepens understanding and sparks curiosity across all content areas.
![Project Based Learning]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781722976/wcpssnet/oitrizql74lfx0hyhsl0/SAR05628.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781722976/wcpssnet/oitrizql74lfx0hyhsl0/SAR05628.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781722976/wcpssnet/oitrizql74lfx0hyhsl0/SAR05628.jpg","width":600}])
Through rich projects, students foster creativity, collaboration, communication, and critical thinking skills.
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.
![Maya]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781723238/wcpssnet/sgm4vemwsd0ptekacws0/SAR05284.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781723238/wcpssnet/sgm4vemwsd0ptekacws0/SAR05284.jpg","width":400}])
Maya
My experience at Bugg has prepared me for middle school by helping me develop my leadership skills and offering me opportunities to experience different electives.
Student
![Ms. Wilson]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1774475547/wcpssnet/nuqhs1sjybhldhtut2bt/Wilson.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1774475547/wcpssnet/nuqhs1sjybhldhtut2bt/Wilson.png","width":400}])
Ms. Wilson
The support I received from everyone as I navigated my first year in the classroom was better than anything I could've asked for. I have most certainly made lifelong connections with both students and staff.
Beginning Teacher
![Jordan S.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1774473975/wcpssnet/gvhrwpednunbas5qkbx1/JordanS.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1774473975/wcpssnet/gvhrwpednunbas5qkbx1/JordanS.png","width":400}])
Jordan S.
In six years at Bugg Magnet Elementary School, our son Ford has found an inclusive and supportive environment that builds community and encourages kindness, while also encouraging students to take academic risks and explore.
Parent