2019-20 Educational Planning Guide

CHORAL MUSIC

Choir I – IV, 1-4 credit(s) (state) GPA Level 2

Treble Choir A (I – 8501; II – 8521; III – 8541; IV – 8561)

Concert Choir (I- 8503; II – 8523; III – 8543; IV – 8563)

Treble Choir B (I- 8505; II – 8525; III – 8545; IV -8565)

Tenor-Bass Chorus (I – 8507; II – 8527; III – 8547; IV – 8567)

Varsity Choir A (I- 8511; II – 8531; III – 8551; IV -8571)

Varsity Choir B (I – 8513; II – 8533; III – 8553; IV -8573)

Grade Level(s): 9-12 Service ID: I-03150900/II-03151000/III-03151100/IV-03151200

Abbreviation: MUS1CHOR /MUS2CHOR/MUS3CHOR/MUS4CHOR

Prerequisite(s): Audition for advanced choirs is required.

Notes: Additional fees will be required.

These choir classes emphasize ensemble singing, music theory, listening, and performance. Students will comprise various
classes according to achievement levels monitored by periodic auditions. The classes may be composed of all males or all
females, or they may be mixed according to number and distribution of voices available. The names of these groups differ with
the high schools in which they are organized. These groups may participate in UIL and TMEA competitions. Students will be
required to participate in rehearsals and performances outside the regular school day.

8881/8883/8885/8887 Vocal Ensemble I-IV, 1-4 credit(s) (state) GPA Level 2

(I–8881/II–8883/III-8885/IV-8887) Service ID: I-03152100/II-03152200/III-03152300/IV-03152400

Grade Level(s): 9-12 Abbreviation: MUS1VOEN/MUS2VOEN/MUS3VOEN/MUS4VOEN

Prerequisite(s): Audition.

Notes: Performance uniform required.

This class is offered in conjunction with choir. Vocal Ensemble provides students with the opportunity to work on a variety of
musical performing styles and techniques, and to improve self -expression in additional performance activities. Students will
study and perform in ensembles of different sizes from the standard choral music organization. In-depth vocal techniques to
develop vocal quality and tone production will be utilized in the study of diverse ensemble styles. These advanced ensembles
perform music from a wide variety of styles including traditional choral music, madrigals, show choir, jazz, swing, and popular
music. Performance is stressed and some time is devoted to choreography. The names of these groups may differ with the high
school in which it is organized. There may be extensive rehearsals and performances outside the school day, above and beyond
those required of the other choirs.

MUSIC

8861 Music Theory, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2
Grade Level(s): 9-12 Service ID: 03155400 Abbreviation: MUSSMT1
Prerequisite(s): Music reading ability recommended.
Notes: $30 class fee.

Music theory provides students with the opportunity to learn about advanced musical ideas. Ear training; individual sight-reading,
and the study of musical harmony will be emphasized. Through the awareness and experiences provided, students can explore
career opportunities in this field and be provided with the tools needed to have a fuller understanding of the inner-workings of
music.

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8861P Music Theory (AP/GT), 1 credit (state) GPA Level 1

Grade Level(s): 11-12 Service ID: A3150200 Abbreviation: APMUSTHY (P)

Prerequisite(s): Music reading ability required.

Notes: $30 class fee; this course prepares students to take the College Board Advanced Placement Music Theory exam; students

are responsible for the examination fee.

AP Music Theory is an advanced course for students who are considering a career in music. This course is a comprehensive
study of the materials of counterpoint and harmony. The study is made through listening and observation of the literature; lessons
in application include activities in musical writing and analysis. Advanced ear training; individual sight-reading, and the study
of musical harmony will be emphasized.

ORCHESTRA

Orchestra I – IV, 1-4 credit(s) (state) GPA Level 2

Chamber I Orchestra (I – 8701; II – 8721; III – 8741; IV – 8761)

Chamber II Orchestra (I – 8702; II – 8722; III – 8742; IV – 8762)

Symphony Strings (I – 8703; II – 8723; III – 8743; IV – 8763)

Philharmonic I Strings (I – 8705; II – 8725; III – 8745; IV – 8765)

Philharmonic II Strings (I – 8707; II – 8727; III – 8747; IV – 8767)

Grade Level(s): 9-12 Service ID: I-03150500/II-03150600/III-03150700/IV-03150800

Abbreviation: MUS1ORCH/MUS2ORCH/MUS3ORCH/MUS4ORCH

Concert I Strings (I – 8711; II – 8731; III – 8751; IV – 8771)

Concert II Strings (I – 8713; II – 8733; III – 8753; IV – 8773)

Grade Level(s): 9-12 Service ID: I-03151700/II-03151800/III-03151900/IV-03152000

Prerequisite(s): Audition. Abbreviation: MUS1INEN/MUS2INEN/MUS3INEN/MUS4INEN

Notes: For students playing a school owned instrument, there is a $100 fee for the school year and a $25 fee for the summer; all

other instruments must be purchased or rented; additional fees will be required.

These courses consist of concert playing, sight reading, small ensemble playing, and individual instrumental technique. Students
learn the enjoyment and appreciation of music through the development of performance skills and disciplines. Public
performance is an integral part of the orchestra experience. Students in grades 9 – 12 will comprise various classes according to
achievement levels monitored by periodic auditions. Each student will audition for the appropriate orchestra. The names of these
classes differ with the high school in which they are organized. Members are expected to participate in extra rehearsals and
performances that involve the orchestra as a whole. All styles of music are explored.

8715/8735/8755/8775 Orchestra: Instrumental String Ensemble I - IV, 1-4 credit(s) (state) GPA Level 2

(I – 8715; II – 8735; III – 8755; IV – 8775) Service ID: I-03151700/II-03151800/III-03151900/IV-03152000

Grade Level(s): 9-12 Abbreviation: MUS1INEN/MUS2INEN/MUS3INEN/MUS4INEN

Prerequisite(s): Past experience in instrumental music; audition required.

Notes: For students playing a school owned instrument, there is a $100 fee for the school year and a $25 fee for the summer; all

other instruments must be purchased or rented; additional fees will be required.

These courses are open to members of the orchestra who have a desire to play a wide variety of musical selections. Instrumental
String Ensemble is designed to allow students to explore in depth string ensemble playing in addition to orchestra playing. Small
to medium ensemble playing will be emphasized.

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DANCE

8901 Principles of Dance I, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2

Grade Level(s): 9-12 Service ID: 03830100 Abbreviation: DANCE 1

Prerequisite(s): None.

Notes: $20 class fee; information regarding the purchasing of all required dance attire will be addressed by the instructor; dance

performances may be required in venues after school; this course will satisfy the Fine Art graduation requirement.

Principles of Dance I is an introductory course that provides the students with an exploration of the basic movement
fundamentals: ballet, jazz, tap, world dance, modern, and choreography. Students will be introduced to dance technique and
kinesthetic awareness, movement vocabulary, choreography, creative expression, musicality, and dance history. In addition,
students will have the opportunity to perform basic dance skills which will increase their self-confidence, self-discipline, and
dance appreciation.

8905 Principles of Dance I/PE, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2

Grade Level(s): 9-12 Service ID: PES00054 Abbreviation: PEAA

Prerequisite(s): None.

Notes: $20 class fee; information regarding the purchasing of all required dance attire will be addressed by the instructor; dance

performances may be required in venues after school; this course will satisfy the PE graduation requirement.

Principles of Dance I/PE is an introductory course that provides the students with an exploration of the basic movement
fundamentals: ballet, jazz, tap, world dance, modern, and choreography. Students will be introduced to dance technique and
kinesthetic awareness, movement vocabulary, choreography, creative expression, musicality, and dance history. In addition,
students will have the opportunity to perform basic dance skills which will increase their self-confidence, self-discipline, and
dance appreciation.

8941/8942/8943/8944 Advanced Dance I – IV, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2

Grade Level(s): 9-12 Service ID: I-03830100/II-03830200/III-03830300/IV-03830400

Prerequisite(s): Audition. Abbreviation: DANCE 1/DANCE 2/DANCE 3/DANCE 4

Notes: $20 class fee; information regarding the purchasing of all required dance attire will be addressed by the instructor; dance
performances may be required in venues after school; this course will satisfy the Fine Art graduation requirement.

Advanced Dance I-IV is a fast paced and technically challenging course that provides students with a continuing emphasis on all
dance knowledge and skills: ballet, jazz, tap, world dance, modern, and choreography. Students will continue to develop dance
technique and kinesthetic awareness, movement vocabulary, choreography, creative expression, musicality, and historical
applications. In addition, students will have the opportunity to perform a variety of dance styles and techniques that will increase
their self-confidence, self-discipline, and dance appreciation.

8945 Advanced Dance/PE, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2

Grade Level(s): 9-12 Service ID: PES00054 Abbreviation: PEAA

Prerequisite(s): Audition.

Notes: $20 class fee; information regarding the purchasing of all required dance attire will be addressed by the instructor; dance

performances may be required in venues after school; this course will satisfy the PE graduation requirement.

Advanced Dance/PE is a fast paced and technically challenging course that provides students with a continuing emphasis on all
dance knowledge and skills: ballet, jazz, tap, world dance, modern, and choreography. Students will continue to develop dance
technique and kinesthetic awareness, movement vocabulary, choreography, creative expression, musicality, and historical
applications. In addition, students will have the opportunity to perform a variety of dance styles and techniques that will increase
their self-confidence, self-discipline, and dance appreciation.

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8911 Principles of Dance II, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2

Grade Level(s): 10-12 Service ID: 03830200 Abbreviation: DANCE 2

Prerequisite(s): Dance I; audition.

Notes: $20 class fee; information regarding the purchasing of all required dance attire will be addressed by the instructor; dance

performances may be required in venues after school; this course will satisfy the Fine Art graduation requirement.

Principles of Dance II is a continuation of Dance I with an expanding dance curriculum that builds on dance technique, movement
vocabulary, various choreographic skills, creative expression, musicality, and historical applications. In addition, students will
learn to use their body as an expressive instrument in the creation and performance of a variety of dance styles and techniques.

8915 Principles of Dance II/PE, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2

Grade Level(s): 10-12 Service ID: PES00054 Abbreviation: PEAA

Prerequisite(s): Dance I; audition.

Notes: $20 class fee; information regarding the purchasing of all required dance attire will be addressed by the instructor; dance

performances may be required in venues after school; this course will satisfy the PE graduation requirement.

Principles of Dance II/PE is a continuation of Dance I with an expanding dance curriculum that builds on dance technique,
movement vocabulary, various choreographic skills, creative expression, musicality, and historical applications. In addition,
students will learn to use their body as an expressive instrument in the creation and performance of a variety of dance styles and
techniques.

8921 Dance Composition III, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2

Grade Level(s): 11-12 Service ID: 03830300 Abbreviation: DANCE 3

Prerequisite(s): Dance II; audition.

Notes: $20 class fee; information regarding the purchasing of all required dance attire will be addressed by the instructor; dance

performances may be required in venues after school.

8931 Dance Composition/Production IV, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2

Grade Level(s): 12 Service ID: 03830400 Abbreviation: DANCE 4

Prerequisite(s): Dance III; audition.

Notes: $20 class fee; information regarding the purchasing of all required dance attire will be addressed by the instructor; dance

performances may be required in venues after school.

Dance III and IV provides a progressing curriculum with more complex movement vocabulary and technical skills. In addition,
further development of choreographic elements, peer collaborations, and critical thinking with self-analysis will be integrated.

The students will acquire the skills necessary to manage and produce formal dance productions: costume design, lighting, sets
and sound, house and stage management. A focus on dance administration will include auditioning, resume development,
marketing, and community outreach. This class facilitates the development of students who may become choreographers, dance
scholars, performers or those who seek life enrichment through dance.

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8951/8961/8971/8981 Dance: Performance Ensemble Dance Team I – IV, 1-4 credit(s) (state) GPA Level 2

I – 8951; II – 8961; III – 8971; IV – 8981 Service ID: I-03830100/II-03830200/III-0383030/IV-03830400

Grade Level(s): 9-12 Abbreviation: DANCE 1/DANCE 2/DANCE 3/DANCE 4

Prerequisite(s): Audition.

Notes: Dance Team members will be placed by audition within the appropriate skill level; requirements will include after-school

rehearsals and performances; information regarding the required dance attire will be addressed by the instructor; additional fees

will be required.

Dance Performance Ensemble: Dance Team I – IV provides students with an advanced dance curriculum focused on fast-paced
complex movement and technical skills. Students will demonstrate refined kinesthetic and spatial awareness. The culminating
activity of these courses incorporates the combined dance skills including choreography and costume/set design for individual
and ensemble performances. Membership in the dance team is a full year commitment that includes performances at multiple
venues within the district and local communities.

According to EIF (Local), students may substitute certain physical activities and certain academic courses for the required one
credit. These substitutions are recorded on the transcript (AAR) as PE substitution activities for which PE grades and PE credits
are awarded. Clear Creek ISD will allow students a PE substitution based on the physical activity involved in:

Dance Performance Ensemble: Dance Team I – IV (0.5 credit per semester for a maximum of 1 credit). If a student earns a 70
or above for Dance Team I – IV, then a “P” for “Passing” will be designated on the student’s transcript for the PE substitution
credit. The PE substitution credit will not count in the student’s GPA.

THEATRE ARTS

8311 Theatre Arts I: Introduction to Theatre, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2
Abbreviation: TH1
Grade Level(s): 9-12 Service ID: 03250100

Prerequisite(s): None.

Notes: $20 class fee.

This course, designed as an introduction to the theatre, includes voice and diction, movement, improvisation, scene design, theatre
history, introduction to technical theatre/theatre production, and play analysis.

8321 Theatre Arts I Advanced: Introduction to Theatre, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2
Abbreviation: TH1
Grade Level(s): 9-12 Service ID: 03250100

Prerequisite(s): Audition.

Notes: $20 class fee.

Theatre Arts I is designed for students who have studied Theatre extensively in the intermediate theatre program or possess the
theatre skills and motivation to perform in an accelerated program of study. This course includes voice and diction, movement,
improvisation, scene design, theatre history, introduction to technical theatre/theatre production, and play analysis.

8331 Theatre Arts II: Acting, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2
Grade Level(s): 10-12 Service ID: 03250200 Abbreviation: TH2
Prerequisite(s): Theatre Arts I.
Notes: $20 class fee.

Theatre Arts II includes voice and diction, audition skills, acting theory, costumes, introduction to directing, theatre history, and
play analysis. The culminating activity incorporates combined theatre arts skills in a group activity.

8341 Theatre Arts III: Advanced Acting & Theatre Skills, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2
Abbreviation: TH3
Grade Level(s): 11-12 Service ID: 03250300

Prerequisite(s): Theatre Arts II.

Notes: $20 class fee.

Theatre Arts III includes period acting, directing, advanced voice work with dialects, actor movement, individual projects in
design and playwriting, and exploration of college and professional opportunities in theatre. The culminating activity incorporates
combined theatre arts skills in a group activity.

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8351 Theatre Arts IV: Advanced Directing & Performance Skills, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2
Abbreviation: TH4
Grade Level(s): 12 Service ID: 03250400

Prerequisite(s): Theatre Arts III.

Notes: $20 class fee.

Theatre Arts IV gives the advanced theatre arts student the opportunity to extend his study of those elements covered in Theatre
Arts III. The culminating activity incorporates combined theatre arts skills in a group activity.

8361 Technical Theatre I: Intro to Technical Theatre, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2
Abbreviation: TH1TECH
Grade Level(s): 9-11 Service ID: 03250500

Prerequisite(s): None.

Notes: $20 class fee; up to 40 hours outside of school day production required.

Technical Theatre I is an introductory course that is designed to give the student experiences in all phases of stage craft design
for theatre, and construction. Stage lighting, stage management, costume design, and sound reproduction are covered in theory
as well as in practical application.

8371 Technical Theatre II, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2
Abbreviation: TH2TECH
Grade Level(s): 10-12 Service ID: 03250600

Prerequisite(s): Technical Theatre I; Audition or skills assessment required.

Notes: $20 class fee; up to 60 hours outside of school day production required.

Technical Theatre II is designed to give the student experiences in all phases of backstage work with emphasis on scene and
stage construction, and theatre maintenance.

8381 Technical Theatre III, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2
Abbreviation: TH3TECH
Grade Level(s): 11-12 Service ID: 03251100

Prerequisite(s): Technical Theatre II; Audition or skills assessment required.

Notes: $20 class fee; up to 80 hours outside of school day production required.

Technical Theatre III is designed to give the student experiences in all phases of backstage work with opportunities to extend his
study of design in a specific area of interest (e.g., lights, sound, costume, set).

8391 Technical Theatre IV, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2
Abbreviation: TH4TECH
Grade Level(s): 12 Service ID: 03251200

Prerequisite(s): Technical Theatre III; Audition or skills assessment required.

Notes: $20 class fee; up to 100 hours outside of school day production required.

Technical Theatre IV is designed to give the student experiences in all phases of backstage work, giving the advanced student
opportunities to extend his study of those elements covered in Technical Theatre III through application and portfolio.

Theatre Production I – IV, 1-4 credit(s) (state) GPA Level 2

Theatre Production A (I – 8405; II – 8402; III – 8403; IV – 8404)

Theatre Production B (I – 8415; II – 8412; III – 8413; IV – 8414)

Theatre Production C (I – 8425; II – 8422; III – 8423; IV – 8524)

Theatre Production D (I – 8435; II – 8432; III – 8433; IV – 8434)

Grade Level(s): 9-12 Service ID: I-03250700/II-03250800/III-03250900/ IV- 3251000

Prerequisite(s): Audition. Abbreviation: TH1PROD/TH2PROD/TH3PROD/TH4PROD

Notes: $20 class fee; participation in productions outside of the school day are required.

Theatre Production classes are designed to provide advanced preparation for the actor. Production courses A-D are assigned by
campus and topics may vary. The courses focus on all aspects of theatre. Emphasis will be placed on maximum use of the body,
voice, and mind through improvisation, pantomime, blocking, movement, stage pictures, and stage combat. Specialty makeup, a
study of dialects for the stage, and internalizing the actor’s character will be studied. Attendance at performances required. The
names of these classes differ with the high school in which they are organized. Classes include but are not limited to all aspects
of children’s theatre, advanced acting techniques for camera and stage, writing, producing, and directing, advanced repertoire,
improvisation, and video production.

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8481 Theatre Production: Theatre Improvisation I Intro to Improvisation, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2

Grade Level(s): 10-12 Service ID: 03250700 Abbreviation: TH1PROD

Prerequisite(s): Audition and teacher approval.

Notes: $20 class fee; participation in productions outside of the school day are required.

This course focuses on the art of improvisational theatre and the skills necessary to create three-dimensional characters, coherent
stories and compelling performances through strong listening skills, emotional connection and exploration of the key elements
of theatrical storytelling. This course provides an in-depth exploration of improvisation as a vehicle for drama development,
theatrical presentation and actor training. Students apply their skills in the development of comic and serious improvised scenes.
They analyze scene structures and the historical use of improvisation in the development of theatre for socio-political and
entertainment purposes. Students experiment with long forms of improvisation to develop a final presentation.

8482 Theatre Production: Theatre Improvisation II, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2

Grade Level(s): 11-12 Service ID: 03250800 Abbreviation: TH2PROD

Prerequisite(s): Theatre Production: Theatre Improvisation I; audition and teacher approval.

Notes: $20 class fee; participation in productions outside of the school day are required.

This course is a second-year continuation of improvisational theatre and the skills necessary to create three-dimensional
characters, coherent stories and compelling performances through strong listening skills, emotional connection and exploration
of the key elements of theatrical storytelling. This course provides an in-depth exploration of improvisation as a vehicle for drama
development, theatrical presentation and actor training. Students apply their skills in the development of comic and serious
improvised scenes. They analyze scene structures and the historical use of improvisation in the development of theatre for socio-
political and entertainment purposes. Students experiment with long forms of improvisation to develop a final presentation.

8483 Theatre Production: Theatre Improvisation III, 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2

Grade Level(s): 12 Service ID: 03250900 Abbreviation: TH3PROD

Prerequisite(s): Theatre Production: Theatre Improvisation II; audition and teacher approval.

Notes: $20 class fee; participation in productions outside of the school day are required.

This course is a third-year continuation of improvisational theatre and the skills necessary to create three-dimensional characters,
coherent stories and compelling performances through strong listening skills, emotional connection and exploration of the key
elements of theatrical storytelling. This course provides an in-depth exploration of improvisation as a vehicle for drama
development, theatrical presentation and actor training. Students apply their skills in the development of comic and serious
improvised scenes. They analyze scene structures and the historical use of improvisation in the development of theatre for socio-
political and entertainment purposes. Students experiment with long forms of improvisation to develop a final presentation.

8491/8492/8493/8494 Musical Theatre I-IV, 1-4 credit(s) (state) GPA Level 2

(I – 8491; II – 8492; III – 8493; IV – 8494) Service ID: I-03251900/II-03252000/III-03252100/IV-03252200

Grade Level(s): 9-12 Abbreviation: MUSTH1/ MUSTH2/ MUSTH3/ MUSTH4

Prerequisites: Audition and enrollment in advanced theatre production or advanced choral class.

Notes: $20 class fee; participation in productions outside of the school day are required.

This course focuses on the art of musical theatre leading students on an exploration of acting, singing and choreography in
preparation for performing in musicals. This course is co-taught by teachers from the theatre and choir departments in order to
provide quality instruction in those elements by certified specialists.

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INDEPENDENT STUDY MENTORSHIP

7499 Independent Study Mentorship (Project-Based Research) (Adv Acad), 1 credit (state) GPA Level 1

Grade Level(s): 11-12 Service ID: 12701500 Abbreviation: PROBS1 (H)

Prerequisite(s): Enrollment limited; application required.

Notes: None.

Independent Study Mentorship is a course designed for the student ready to study a particular profession. With the mentor and
the teacher-facilitator, each ISM student creates a unique plan of study and receives individual instruction. The ISM student
leaves the high school campus and goes to the mentor’s place of business to study with professionals. Students in this course
must perform at a collegiate or professional level.

Students must complete an in-depth study in an area of interest, document three to five hours of work each week, submit weekly
logs of documentation, meet with a mentor on a regular basis, present a final project, and follow all school policies and represent
Clear Creek Independent School District in a respectful and professional manner.

INDEPENDENT STUDY

Independent Study is a program designed for students with interests at the professional level. This course is a project-based
learning experience developed by a student under the supervision of a teacher. The project provides opportunities for an in-depth
study in a particular curricular area. The student demonstrates the ability to utilize a variety of resources, advanced technology,
and communication skills in the development and presentation of the project. Students must complete the same requirements as
the Independent Study Mentorship Program.

Students must complete an in-depth study in an area of interest, document three to five hours of work each week, submit weekly
logs of documentation, meet with a mentor on a regular basis, present a final project, and follow all school policies and represent
Clear Creek Independent School District in a respectful and professional manner.

The following Independent Study courses are available in CCISD:

1699 Independent Study: Speech/Debate (Adv Acad), 1 credit (state) GPA Level 1

Grade Level(s): 11-12 Service ID: 03241200 Abbreviation: IND SPCH (H)

Prerequisite(s): Debate III.

Notes: Additional fees will be required. This course may satisfy English IV requirements.

Communication skills are important in all aspects of life. Students who have mastered concepts and developed skills in
introductory courses will be provided with opportunities to extend their knowledge and expand their skills in more advanced
study. Independent Study in Speech provides opportunities for advanced students to plan, organize, produce, perform, and
evaluate a project that enables them to develop advanced skills in communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving.

1899 Independent Study: Journalism (Adv Acad), 1 credit (state) GPA Level 1
Abbreviation: IND JOUR (H)
Grade Level(s): 11-12 Service ID: 03231000

Prerequisite(s): Application required or skill assessment.

Notes: This course may satisfy English IV requirements.

Students enrolled in Independent Study in Journalism write in a variety of forms for a variety of audiences and purposes. High
school students enrolled in this course are expected to plan, draft, and complete written communications on a regular basis,
carefully examining their copy for clarity, engaging language, and the correct use of the conventions and mechanics of written
English. Students will become analytical consumers of media and technology to enhance their communication skills. Published
work of professional journalists, technology, and visual and electronic media are used as tools for learning as students create,
clarify, critique, write, and produce effective communications. Students enrolled in Independent Study in Journalism will refine
and enhance their journalistic skills, research self-selected topics, plan, organize, and prepare a project(s).

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1999 Independent Study: English (Adv Acad), 0.5-1 credit (state) GPA Level 1

Grade Level(s): 11-12 Service ID: 03221800 Abbreviation: IND ENG (H)

Prerequisite(s): Application required.

Notes: This course, combined with an additional 0.5 credit of an approved English elective course, may satisfy English IV

requirements.

Students enrolled in Independent Study in English will focus on a specialized area of study such as the work of a particular author
or genre. Students will read and write in multiple forms for a variety of audiences and purposes. High school students are expected
to plan, draft, and complete written compositions on a regular basis and carefully examine their papers for clarity, engaging
language, and the correct use of the conventions and mechanics of written English.

2999 Independent Study: Mathematics (Adv Acad), 0.5-1 credit (state) GPA Level 1

Grade Level(s): 11-12 Service ID: 03102500 Abbreviation: INSTUMTH (H)

Prerequisite(s): Application required with approval by Mathematics Department Chair; completion of Precalculus.

Notes: None.

In Independent Study: Mathematics, students will extend their mathematical understanding beyond the Precalculus level in a
specific area or areas of mathematics such as theory of equations, number theory, non-Euclidean geometry, linear algebra,
advanced survey of mathematics, history of mathematics or other advance topic.

4999 Independent Study: Social Studies Research Methods (Adv Acad), 0.5 credit (state) GPA Level 1

Grade Level(s): 11-12 Service ID: 03380043 Abbreviation: SS RES4 (H)

Prerequisite(s): Application required.

Notes: None.

In this Independent Study course, students conduct advanced research examining persistent issues and social questions using
qualitative and/or quantitative methods of inquiry. Students employ the processes of critical social science inquiry and the
scientific method to understand an issue, topic, or area of interest using a variety of sources, checking their credibility, validating
and weighing evidence for claims, searching for causality and designing a research product. Students present their research results
and conclusions in written and visual or oral format.

2890 Independent Study I: Computer Science (Adv Acad), 1 credit (state) GPA Level 1
Abbreviation: TAIND1 (H)
Grade Level(s): 11-12 Service ID: 03580900

Prerequisites: Computer Science A (AP/GT).

Notes: $20 class fee.

Students will pursue a specific long-term topic relating programming analysis, design, development, implementation, and
testing. Any approved programming language can be used to implement the project. Students must create a portfolio including
all the documentation and code. A portion of their grade is based on their project presentation to a qualified critiquing audience.
This project must go beyond the skills of a first-year programmer. To accomplish this, there will be a brief review of the
topics covered in the AP Computer Science A course. Additional advanced programming concepts are also introduced such
as dynamic data structures, queues, stacks, trees, maps, and recursion.

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EDUCATIONAL PLANNING OF LIFE:
FINDING THE RIGHT KEY TO UNLOCKING YOUR FUTURE

COLLEGE TIMELINE GRADES 8 – 10

GRADE 8
_____ Consult 8th grade counselor and teachers for appropriate course selections.
_____ Choose the most appropriate graduation plan for your proposed post-high school endeavors.
_____ Attend student/parent evening programs for high school/college planning.
_____ Complete your 8th grade Naviance Student tasks and four-year graduation plan.
_____ Students with disabilities please bring your career interests from Naviance and four-year graduation plan to

your ARD meeting to provide information on your transition plan.

GRADE 9 – FRESHMAN YEAR
_____ Plan your high school program of studies with your parents.
_____ Request college catalogs from colleges of interest to you and plan your high school program of studies

accordingly. For example, many colleges and universities require two or more years of a Language Other
Than English.
_____ Begin researching your career choices and the educational requirements of each.
_____ Attend military academy presentation in your regional area.
_____ Develop good study habits.
_____ Participate in a variety of extracurricular activities.
_____ Complete your 9th grade Naviance Student tasks and four-year plan.
_____ Students with disabilities please bring your career interests from Naviance Student and four-year graduation
plan to your ARD meeting to provide information on your transition plan.
_____ Check out books, videos, software from career center.
_____ Choose your 10th grade year courses wisely!
_____ Plan to attend the CCISD College and Career Fair during the fall semester.
_____ Meet with college representatives as they visit your school.
_____ Begin building your résumé in Naviance Student.

GRADE 10 – SOPHOMORE YEAR
AUGUST
_____ Check credits to make sure you are on schedule for graduation requirements.
_____ Check to make sure your courses meet college entrance requirements.

SEPTEMBER

_____ Review for the PSAT/NMSQT using Method Test Prep in Naviance Student. Study the PSAT/NMSQT
Student Bulletin and old tests. Use computer software and printed aids for study and review additional
materials at www.collegeboard.org.

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OCTOBER/NOVEMBER
_____ Attend District Financial Aid Night with your parents.
_____ Take the *PSAT/NMSQT for practice. On the test form, check the box which will put you on the mailing list

for college information.
_____ Complete your 10th grade Naviance Student tasks and four-year plan.
_____ Students with disabilities please bring your career interests from Naviance Student and four-year graduation

plan to your ARD meeting to provide information on your transition plan
_____ Plan to attend the CCISD College and Career Fair during the fall semester.

DECEMBER/JANUARY
_____ Plan a program of study for your junior year with your counselor. Learn about opportunities to earn college

credit or advanced placement (College Board Advanced Placement Testing). Take as many academic courses
as possible.
_____ Study your PSAT/NMSQT score report. Compare items missed with the correct responses.
_____ Attend programs about Dual Credit options at your high school campus.

THROUGHOUT THE YEAR
_____ Continue taking appropriate courses.
_____ Maintain good grades.
_____ Gather and review information about colleges.
_____ Investigate costs of various college programs.
_____ Continue to review career choices. Check out materials.
_____ Choose 11th grade year courses wisely!
_____ Explore opportunities for college dual-enrollment credit.
_____ Meet with college representatives as they visit your school. Check dates and sign up through Naviance

Student.
_____ Participate in community activities and keep a log documenting hours served.
_____ Seek ways to develop your leadership skills.
_____ Continue building your résumé in Naviance Student.
*Students with disabilities—please contact your campus Special Education department, or the 504 campus coordinator
at least 12 weeks prior to registration for any college entrance exam to discuss any accommodations for testing based
on ARD committee recommendations.

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AUGUST/SEPTEMBER
_____ Review your credits/graduation plan and make sure you are on track for graduation.
_____ Review high school coursework and activity plans. Consider graduating on the highest graduation program.

See your counselor for details.
_____ Remember, colleges are looking for the following:

• Challenging coursework
• Strong GPA
• Involvement in extracurricular activities
• Community Service
_____ If you do not already have one, obtain a Social Security number. It is necessary to apply for financial aid.
_____ Consider taking an SAT course to prepare for upcoming SATs.
_____ Plan to attend the CCISD College and Career Fair and Clear to College during the fall semester.
_____ Put together a list of 10 colleges you are interested in. Plan to apply to at least 3-5 schools.
_____ Talk to your parents and high school counselor about where you want to go to school.
_____ Study and register for the PSAT (Preliminary SAT) using Method Test Prep in Naviance Student. See your
counselor for details. Check out additional practice materials at www.collegeboard.org or www.act.org.
October
_____ Attend District Financial Aid Night with your parents.
_____ Take the *PSAT/NMSQT. (Remember to take your calculator.)
November
_____ Complete your 11th grade Naviance Student tasks and four-year plan.
_____ Continue building your résumé in Naviance Student.
_____ Students with disabilities please bring your career interests from Naviance Student and four-year graduation
plan to your ARD meeting to provide information on your transition plan.
_____ Look into eligibility requirements for federal and private student loans.

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January
_____ PSAT score report should be in. Use the guide to interpret and understand your score.
_____ Plan to take the *SAT, *SAT Subject Tests, or *ACT exams if necessary. Check with the colleges you’re

applying to for specific testing requirements. Register online at www.act.org or
www.collegeboard.org. Pay attention to deadlines. Review using Method Test Prep in Naviance
Student.
_____ If you plan to apply for a JROTC scholarship or admission to a service academy, write for application packets.
_____ Visit the web sites of the colleges that interest you most. Plan to visit the campus of those colleges that interest
you. Look for summer enrichment programs specifically geared for rising seniors.
_____ Register with NCAA Clearinghouse if you are planning to play college sports.

February
_____ Register and study for the *SAT and/or *ACT exams.

March/April
_____ Plan a college visit during Spring Break.
_____ Begin investigating outside funding resources of financial aid.
_____ Check credits to make sure you are on schedule for graduation requirements.
_____ Plan a program of study for your senior year with your counselor. Learn about opportunities to earn college

credit or advanced placement (College Board Advanced Placement Testing). Take as many academic courses
as possible.
_____ Register for AP tests.
_____ Register for college entrance tests (*SAT, *ACT, SAT Subject Tests*).
_____ Begin working on your “Résumé,” listing awards, extracurricular activities, work experience, and other
pertinent information.
May
_____ Take the *SAT and/or *ACT exam. It is critical to take a college admissions test before your senior year.
We recommend you take both the *SAT and *ACT tests to determine which style of test is best for you.
_____ Take SAT Subject* test if needed.
_____ Take any AP exams you have registered for.
_____ Consider scheduling college visits for summer months if possible.

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June

_____ Obtain a summer job that might be related to your career interests.

_____ Look for volunteer opportunities.

_____ Save money, if possible, to help pay for college costs.

_____ Schedule college visits if you can coordinate it with travel plans.

_____ Keep a record of the advantages and disadvantages of each college.

_____ Request catalogs, applications, financial aid information, and specific information about your proposed major
area of study. Check catalogs for *SAT Subject Tests or *ACT requirements.

_____ Create a list of persons who you will ask to write a letter of recommendation for you.

_____ Check out the web.

*Students with disabilities—please contact your campus Special Education department, or the 504 campus
coordinator at least 12 weeks prior to registration for any college entrance exam to discuss any accommodations for
testing based on ARD committee recommendations.

COLLEGE TIMELINE FOR SENIORS

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER

_____ Plan to attend the CCISD College and Career Fair and Clear to College during the fall semester.

_____ Meet with your guidance counselor to review your records and complete your senior contract. Submit
required recommendation “brag sheet” and “parent brag sheet” to your counselor.

_____ Register with NCAA Clearinghouse if you are planning to play college sports.

_____ Register for *ACT or *SAT or *SAT Subject tests if necessary. (If you miss the first fall test date, your
next opportunity may be too late to send scores to your college choices). Review using Method Test Prep in
Naviance Student.

_____ Complete senior forms in Naviance Student (Student Brag Sheet; Parent Brag Sheet; Résumé) to be used
for recommendations. If you will need recommendations written for your applications, contact those teachers,
counselors, or other individuals this month.

_____ Narrow college choices to a few schools. Your selection should include at least one that you feel will
definitely accept you.

_____ If you are applying to any Texas Public University and most Two-Year colleges, complete the “Apply
Texas” application at www.applytexas.org. A universal “Common Application” is also available for
private colleges at www.commonapp.org.

_____ Send for or download application materials/financial aid information if you have not already done so.

_____ Apply for any and all scholarships for which you qualify. Check Naviance Student weekly for additional
scholarship opportunities.
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_____ If your college or scholarship applications require essays, GET STARTED. Choose an English teacher to
help you critique your work.

_____ Talk with teachers and other individuals who know you well regarding recommendations.

_____ Check college catalogs and websites for deadline dates for application for admissions, housing, financial aid,
required entrance exam (*SAT or *ACT) and acceptable financial aid form (FAFSA or Profile).

_____ Begin processing college application forms.

_____ If you are a candidate for early decision, file your application in time to meet that deadline. Also be sure to
check the LAST acceptable test date for an early decision candidate.

_____ Continue preparation for *SAT or *ACT tests.

_____ Schedule college tours. Check your school calendar for dates when you are not in school other than holidays.
Use these. Call or write ahead for an appointment. Observe CCISD attendance policy.

_____ Meet with college representatives when they visit your high school.

_____ Maintain good grades.

OCTOBER

_____ The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or College Scholarship Service Profile must be filed
beginning October 1st or later (www.fafsa.gov).

_____ Complete financial aid forms as needed (Profile/ FAFSA). Submit as soon after October 1st as possible.
Submit any supplemental financial forms required by the colleges of your choice.

_____ Attend District Financial Aid Night with your parents.

_____ Continue processing application and recommendation forms to guidance counselors and teachers for
completion of their sections. (Teachers and counselors are asked to write numerous recommendations –
always allow at least 20 working days for them to complete recommendations.) Follow your campus
counseling office procedure.

_____ Arrange for transcripts and recommendations to be sent to colleges through Naviance Student.

_____ Continue to fill out application forms. On-line applications are preferable for most colleges. Be sure to follow
the directions. Many colleges require essay responses. Allow yourself ample time to do a good job. Use
spelling and grammar software to check your essay.

_____ Meet application deadlines for early decision or early action (usually November 1), housing, scholarships, or
financial aid as stated by each college. CAUTION: these deadlines may vary by college or university.

_____ Take/retake the *SAT or *ACT, if necessary.

_____ Find out the *SAT Subject Tests requirements of your college choices. If required, register to take *SAT
Subject Tests on a date when you will NOT be taking the *SAT. You are not permitted to take the *SAT
and *SAT Subject Tests on the same date.

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_____ Continue to submit college application forms, even if you have submitted an early decision or early action
application.

NOVEMBER

_____ Continue to study hard because your first semester senior year grades are very important. Most colleges
request a copy of your 1st semester senior grades for admission consideration.

_____ Continue to complete college applications for admissions. Follow up on letters of recommendation. Request
transcripts as needed. Copy ALL forms before mailing them, if applicable. Deadlines must be met, as stated
by colleges and universities.

_____ Take/retake *ACT, *SAT or *SAT Subject Tests if necessary.

_____ Some college applications may be due around the holiday season (Thanksgiving and winter break), so
recommendations that have deadlines through January 15 must be submitted to the counselor by 20 working
days in advance in order to accommodate the holiday schedule.

DECEMBER

_____ Look back over your timeline to be sure you have completed each step in the college admissions process.

_____ Most application(s) should be submitted before the end of the first semester.

_____ Request that *SAT or *ACT scores be sent to all colleges to which you have applied. If you did not list them
when you registered for the tests, fill out the special form for additional college scores. These forms are
available in the counseling office. These scores may be ordered by telephone or on the *ACT or College
Board websites.

_____ Expect notification of Early Decision acceptance or deferral by December 15.

_____ Take the *SAT Subject Tests that are required by the colleges of your choice. (You signed up for these in
October.)

_____ Ask your parents to begin gathering their financial information.

JANUARY

____ Research scholarships and loans.

_____ If required, complete and return any mid-year reports to colleges which request them. Request a mid-year
transcript through Naviance Student.

FEBRUARY

_____ Keep your grades up . . . finish strong . . . remember that you will be accepted to college “Pending the
successful completion of your 12th grade coursework.”

_____ Check deadline dates for financial aid/scholarship grants. Many forms are due March 1.

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MARCH
_____ Register for AP tests, as appropriate.

APRIL

_____ Look for acceptance notices. April 1st is the most popular date for colleges to notify students.

_____ Carefully choose your college and write the college a letter of acceptance, which the college should receive
before May 1.

_____ Write other colleges to decline their acceptance (also before May 1).

_____ If you are wait-listed and wish to be kept in consideration, be sure to advise the college in writing.

_____ If all colleges send rejections, don’t panic! There are several alternatives. See your counselor immediately to
explore other possibilities.

_____ Finalize plans for housing, financial aid, and/or scholarships.

_____ Make any deposit required by the institution you plan to attend. May 1st is the generally accepted nationwide
deadline for deposits for fall term. Be sure to check with your college for their exact requirements.

MAY

_____ Make final choice of college or university, if you have not already done so. Complete all details concerning
college admissions.

_____ Notify your counselor of your final college choice and whether you have been awarded any scholarships
(academic, athletic, artistic, dramatic, or musical— NOT LOANS.)

_____ Complete Graduation Survey in Naviance, including requesting your final transcript.

_____ Complete SENIOR CLEARANCE FORM indicating colleges applied to, scholarships and grants awarded,
and where you want your final transcript to be sent.

_____ Take AP test(s) as previously decided.

JUNE

_____ Attend graduation ceremonies and celebrate. HAVE A HAPPY GRADUATION!

_____ When you receive your Advanced Placement Test grades, if you have not already requested that the scores
be sent to the college that you will be attending, request the College Entrance Examination Board to do so.

_____ Participate in the orientation program of the college you will attend. This may have occurred in the spring,
during the summer or just prior to the fall term.

_____ Consider taking College Level Examination Program (CLEP) exams when you get to college.

*Students with disabilities—please contact your campus Special Education department, or the 504 campus
coordinator at least 12 weeks prior to registration for any college entrance exam to discuss any accommodations for
testing based on ARD committee recommendations.

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WHAT TO DO ABOUT SENIORITIS – MAKE YOUR SENIOR YEAR COUNT

Seniors have worked hard for three years, taking tests, completing projects, and preparing for college admission. When the senior
year rolls around, some students just want to get through college applications and relax before they head off to the college of
their choice. Also known as senioritis, taking it easy during the senior year may seem like a nice break, but is likely to do more
harm than good.

According to recent reports, incomplete high school preparation can contribute to academic problems in college.
• As many as half of all college students do not have adequate academic preparation, and are required to take remedial
courses.
• More than one quarter of the freshmen at 4-year colleges and nearly half of those at 2-year colleges do not even make
it to their sophomore year.

Not only does senioritis jeopardize your chances for success later on in college, it can also affect your grades – and college
admission officers pay close attention to your performance senior year. Highly competitive colleges may rescind
admission/scholarship offers as a result of poor performance during the senior year.

Senior-Year Grades and College Admission. Many students mistakenly believe that prepping for college ends after the eleventh
grade. However, the senior year – the entire senior year – is actually of particular interest to colleges.

Applying. Many college applications (including the Common Application) require you to list your senior courses, including
information about course levels and credit hours. It will be very obvious to the admission officers if you’ve decided to “take the
year off.” Many colleges also include as part of the application a form called the mid-year grade report. Your counselor completes
this form with first-half grades and sends it to the colleges to which you’ve applied. It then becomes a crucial part of the
application folder.

If You Are Accepted. Many college acceptance letters include warnings to students such as “Your admission is contingent on
your continued successful performance.” This means colleges reserve the right to deny you admission should your senior year
grades drop. Mary Lee Hoganson, College Counselor for Homewood-Flossmor Community High School, Flossmor, Illinois
writes: “It is not at all rare for a college to withdraw an offer of admission when grades drop significantly over the course of the
senior year. (I have a folder full of copies of these letters.)”

How to Make the Most of Your Senior Year. Senior year is your opportunity to strengthen your skills and broaden your
experiences, in school and out, to prepare for all of the challenges ahead. A successful senior year can help launch you on the
path to a successful future.

Maintain a Challenging Course Load. You should take the most rigorous courses available, and be sure to continue taking
college-track subjects. Consider AP courses, where you can earn credit at many colleges.

Stay Active and Involved. Your continued involvement in activities, sports, volunteer work, etc. will help you stay active and
focused throughout your final year. A great internship or career-focused job opportunity can help motivate you to start
considering your career options. Meaningful and significant experiences will help prepare you to make informed decisions about
your education and career goals.

Try Out College Early. If you’re interested in pursuing a subject further, and have excelled at your high school classes so far,
consider taking a class at a local college. This challenge can help you avoid sliding into an academic slump, and stimulate your
interest in the possibilities of college. Another option in many areas is “middle college” or “early college” high schools. These
schools, normally located on community and four-year college campuses, allow students to spend their last two years taking
classes in both college and high school. Early exposure to college classes introduces you to the rigor of college work while easing
your transition from high school.

Sources: National Commission on the High School Senior Year, The Lost Opportunity of Senior Year; Finding a Better Way –
Summary of Findings, 2001.
Barth, P., Haycock, K., Huang, S. and Richardson, A., Youth at the Crossroads; Facing High School and Beyond.
Washington, DC: The Education Trust, 2000.

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HELPFUL HINTS FOR A VISIT TO A COLLEGE CAMPUS

Important Note: Students may have two college visits in their Junior year and two in their Senior year,
with two-week prior approval of their grade level assistant principal and a letter from the college or
university verifying the visit.

Preparing for a College Campus Visit Campus Visit Checklist

Know Before You Go Make the Most of Your Trip

It may be tempting to just yell “road trip!” and head out to Here are things you should not miss while visiting a college.

campuses, but you will get more out of your visits if you Take a look at this list before planning campus trips to make

plan ahead. sure that you allow enough time on each campus to get a

sense of what the school life of its students is really like:

Research the College • Take a campus tour.

It is important to know something about the college before • Have an interview with admissions officer.
you arrive on its campus, especially if you have an interview • Get business cards and names of people you meet
scheduled.
• Review the view books, course catalogs, and any other for future contacts.
• Pick up financial aid forms.
materials the college sends to prospective students. • Participate in a group information session at the
• Spend some time surfing their website.
• Talk to currently enrolled students or alumni about their admissions office.
• Sit in on a class of a subject that interests you.
college. Some college websites let you contact them • Talk to a professor in your chosen major or in a
online, or you can get their contact information from
the admission office. subject that interests you.
• Talk to coaches of sports in which you might

Scheduling Your Trip participate.
Pick a time that is convenient to you, but try to go when • Talk to a student or counselor in the career center.
classes are in session. That way, you can sit in on a lecture • Spend the night in a dorm.
or stay in a dorm overnight. You will only get a true feel for • Read the student newspaper.
the campus if you are there on a day when classes are in full • Try to find other student publications – department
swing.
newsletters, alternative newspapers, literary
reviews.

Schedule your time on campus, too, to make sure you will • Scan bulletin boards to see what day-to-day
have time for everything you want to do: student life is like.

• Find out how often college tours run, and if you • Eat in the cafeteria.
have to sign up in advance • Ask a student why he/she chose this college.
• Wander around the campus by yourself.
• Be sure to get a map of the school. You do not want • Read for a little while in the library and see what it
to spend half your day trying to park or find the
admissions office. is like.
• Search for your favorite book in the library.
• If an interview is suggested, make an appointment. • Ask a student what he/she hates about the college.
Also, consider meeting with the financial aid • Ask a student what he/she loves about the college.
officer.

• If you are curious about a club, program, or a sport, • Browse in the college bookstore.

arrange to attend a practice, rehearsal, or meeting. • Walk or drive around the community surrounding

the campus.

Pack a Phone and Notebook

Was it X College or Y University that had that excellent exercise equipment in the gym? Where did I talk to that cool psychology

professor? You think you will remember everything, but you will be surprised how colleges start to merge after you have seen a

few.

What is Important to You
Make a list of what college characteristics are most important to you, so you know what to evaluate. Do you feel overwhelmed
in a large lecture hall? Check out the class size. Do you have your heart set on joining a sorority or fraternity? See what the Greek
system is like on campus. Is there a particular major that you want to pursue? Talk to current students or professors in that
department.

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COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS FOR COLLEGE-BOUND STUDENTS

*PSAT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test)

The PSAT/NMSQT, a short form of the SAT, measures critical reading, mathematical problem-solving, and writing skills. It
serves four purposes:

• allows students to compare their academic abilities with other college-bound students at their specific grade level;
• familiarizes students with the SAT;
• allows college-bound juniors to compete for National Merit Scholarships when taken as a junior; and
• identifies potential success in AP courses for sophomores and juniors through “AP Potential”.

The test is offered only in October and should be taken by juniors who wish to qualify for NMSQT. In addition, CCISD
administers the College Board PSAT to all sophomores. The assessment taken in the sophomore year does not qualify students
for the NMSQT.

To make the best possible use of PSAT/NMSQT results, review the “Report of Student Answers” to determine how you
performed on each type of question. Noting the kinds of mistakes made can help you identify your areas of weakness and assist
you in planning SAT preparation. Review your potential success in AP courses through AP Potential. www.collegeboard.org.

Students with disabilities should contact their campus Special Education department or campus 504 coordinator at least 12 weeks
prior to registering for any higher education assessment (i.e. CollegeBoard - PSAT/SAT/AP and ACT) to discuss possible
accommodations which may be available based on documented ARD or 504 recommendations. School documentation may or
may not meet required eligibility criteria and is determined by the appropriate testing organization.
Different colleges require different admission tests. To find out which tests are required, you should check the catalogs of any
colleges to which you plan to apply. Most colleges require the scores of the SAT or ACT. Both of these should be taken in the
spring of your junior year to determine which test best suits your testing style.

Register for the tests online at www.act.org or www.collegeboard.org. It is your responsibility to have your scores sent directly
to the colleges of your choice from the testing agency.

SAT Reasoning Test
Many two and four-year colleges require SAT scores as part of their admissions requirement. The SAT Reasoning Test is a
measure of the critical thinking skills you’ll need for academic success in college. The SAT assesses how well you analyze and
solve problems—skills you learned in school that you’ll need in college. The SAT is typically taken by high school juniors and
seniors. Each section of the SAT is scored on a scale of 200—800, with two writing sub-scores for multiple-choice and the essay.

The admission score varies among the colleges. If you plan to attend college, you are encouraged to take the test in the spring of
the junior year. If you do not earn the score needed for the colleges you are considering, you may take the SAT again during your
senior year. If you are applying to a military academy, you must take the SAT in your junior year. The SAT is given seven times
a year and the ACT is given six times a year at a number of test centers in the area. The SAT Reasoning Test includes a Writing
section. www.collegeboard.org.

Redesigned SAT
The newly redesigned SAT will be delivered beginning in the spring of 2016. The eight key changes, supporting materials, along
with test specifications may be viewed using the following link:
https://www.collegeboard.org/delivering-opportunity/sat/redesign.

ACT
Many two and four year colleges require ACT scores as part of their admissions requirement. The ACT assessment covers four
subject areas: English, Mathematics, Reading, and Science Reasoning. The scores are reported for each subject area plus a
composite score. The composite score ranges from 1-36 with 18 being average. Sub scoring range from 1-18. The admission
score varies among the colleges. The ACT is offered six times a year. It is recommended that students take the test near the end
of the junior year preferably in June right after having studied for your final exams. www.act.org.

TSIA (Texas Success Initiative Assessment)
Currently, TSIA is required for admission to any Texas public college or university.

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COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMINATION BOARD (CEEB) CODES

CCISD High School Campus CEEB Codes
Clear Brook High School 442624
Clear Creek High School 444087
Clear Falls High School 444080
Clear Horizons Early College High School 443209
Clear Lake High School 443361
Clear Springs High School 444082
Clear View High School 444089

COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMINATION TEST PREP INFORMATION

Online Test Prep:

Naviance Student – Study for SAT/ACT using Method Test Prep – An online course that will help you build your math,
reading, writing, and SAT/ACT test prep skills. Through your school’s Naviance Student site, you will be able to complete the
course and track all of the work you complete. Method Test Prep uses proven strategies that are clear and easy to understand for
any type of learner and students have seen measurable progress using the course.

CCISD provides the Testing & Education Reference Center, an online program which will allow students to take practice tests
for the TAKS, PSAT, SAT, ACT and AP exams. The program also provides information on scholarships, colleges, and careers.
Students can learn valuable test-taking tips and discover their academic strengths and weaknesses. Please talk to your school
librarian for login assistance or questions.

COLLEGE CREDIT AND PLACEMENT TESTS

SAT Subject Test
Many colleges require the scores of two or more College Board SAT Subject Tests as part of the admissions process. These tests
are one-hour multiple choice tests that measure the student’s knowledge of a particular subject and his/her ability to apply that
knowledge. The SAT Subject Tests are used by some colleges for placement. These tests are offered in several subject areas.
You should take the appropriate test at the completion of the course. Any student considering taking the SAT Subject Tests
should refer to a college catalog. www.collegeboard.org.

AP (Advanced Placement) Examinations
Advanced Placement Examinations are based upon college-level courses taught in high school. They may enable the student to
receive college credit, advanced placement, or both. Scores are reported on a five-point scale, with five being the highest score.
A score of three or better is acceptable for advanced placement and college credit by most colleges. By exempting several
freshman-level courses in this way, a student may realize substantial savings in college costs. All students enrolled in AP courses
are expected to take the AP exams. www.collegeboard.org. Registration is typically held in March and exams are taken in May.

CLEP (College Level Examination Program)
CLEP provides an opportunity for individuals who have acquired certain knowledge outside the traditional classroom to earn
college credit by examination. The scores range from 200-800. Some colleges give credit for scores above 500, enabling students
to skip certain courses. Before participating in the program, you should check the policy of the prospective college regarding the
granting of CLEP credit and consult your high school counselor. www.collegeboard.org.

Dual Credit
See Dual Credit section beginning on page 48.

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TESTS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

Students with disabilities should contact their campus Special Education department or campus 504 coordinator at least 12 weeks
prior to registering for any higher education assessment (i.e. CollegeBoard - PSAT/SAT/AP and ACT) to discuss possible
accommodations which may be available based on documented ARD or 504 recommendations. School documentation may or
may not meet required eligibility criteria and is determined by the appropriate testing organization.

GLOSSARY OF TERMS FOR COLLEGE-BOUND STUDENTS

Academic Achievement Record (AAR): An AAR (transcript) is a copy of a student’s high school record. This document
includes TAKS, SAT, ACT, and AP scores. Test scores will not be sent without written permission from student or parent. It
must be mailed directly to the college admissions office from the high school. Students must make a request for the AAR to be
mailed.

A final AAR is a copy of the student’s record that identifies the student as having graduated. The student must inform the office
if and where a final transcript is to be sent.
Admission Testing: The two major testing programs that are utilized for admission purposes are: (1) the SAT; and (2) the ACT.
You should consult the individual college catalog to determine which test is required. It is your responsibility to have your scores
sent directly from the testing agency to the college(s) of your choice.

Advanced Placement: College-level courses taught as a part of the high school curriculum are called Advanced Placement
courses. Once you complete an Advanced Placement course, you may elect to take the AP exam. Depending on your score, you
may be awarded college credit and/or assignment to an advanced course at the institution you choose to attend.

College Application: A college application is required by every college. It can be as simple as requiring only your name, address,
telephone number, and the term you desire admittance, or as complex as one that requires detailed information such as references,
letters of recommendation, essays and/or an autobiographical sketch.

While many colleges prefer that students apply online to their schools, applications may be typed or printed in dark ink
and mailed. Many require a fee. You should consult your guidance counselor for the procedure for mailing transcripts
with your applications.

Concurrent and Dual Credit: Students enrolled in grades 9-12 are eligible to be awarded credit toward high school graduation
for completing college-level courses.

College Catalog: The college catalog is a vital source of information for you. It describes the college’s physical plant, campus,
admission policies, costs, programs of studies, and individual courses.

College Visitation: Most colleges and universities encourage applicants and their parents to visit the campus. These visitation
days are normally scheduled on a weekend so that students will not have to miss school. Students desiring to visit a college or
university should contact the office of admissions for details. Follow school policy if missing a day of school.

College Work-Study Program: This is a government-supported financial-aid program coordinated through financial-aid offices
whereby an eligible student (based on need) may work part time while attending class at least half-time, generally in college
related jobs.

Common Application: Many universities/colleges use this generic application. These forms are available in the counseling
center and on-line. (Common Application: www.commonapp.org) Texas Common Application: www.applytexas.org).

Cooperative Work-Study Education: This is a program in which the student alternates between full-time college study and
full-time paid employment related to the area of study. Under this plan, the Bachelor’s degree often requires five years to
complete.
Free Application for Federal Student Aid: The FAFSA is the form required in the federal financial aid process. This form
should be completed in January of the senior year. This form is used to collect information about the student’s total family
income, assets, and expenses and to assess the family’s potential contribution toward college expenses. The FAFSA arrives after
Thanksgiving and is available online. (http://www.fafsa.gov).

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Grade Point Average (GPA): A student’s final GPA on the AAR (transcript) is the average of all grade points earned for
courses taken during grades 9-12.

Grant: Grants are gift awards made on the basis of financial need, which do not require repayment. Grants are available from
the federal government, state agencies, and educational institutions.

Housing Deposit: Housing deposits are paid to reserve a room in a college or university dormitory. This fee is usually paid after
acceptance to a college or university. Deadlines for housing deposits are usually strict. Students should respond promptly to
requests for housing deposits. Check university guidelines.

Loans: Money that must be repaid.

Open Door Admissions: An Open Door Admissions Policy means that the college or university does not have a specific entrance
requirement other than graduation from high school or its equivalent.

Pell Grant: A Pell Grant is financial aid awarded by the federal government on the basis of need, designed to provide the basis
of an aid package for post-secondary education. The grant may be used toward tuition, room and board, books, or other
educational costs, and requires no repayment.

Recommendations: Many colleges and universities require that students submit letters of recommendation with their
application. These recommendations should include reference to the student’s distinctive qualifications and academic ability.
Students who request others to complete letters of recommendation for them should allow sufficient time (a minimum of three
weeks) for the individuals to complete them. Recommendations are sent to the requesting agency.

Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC): Air Force, Army, Navy, and Marine programs, available on certain college
campuses, combine military education with Baccalaureate degree study. ROTC provides financial support for those students who
commit themselves to future service in the Armed Forces.

Scholarships: These are gifts of financial assistance. Financial need or special ability is sometimes considered.

Texas Common Application: Texas Common Application must be used to apply to any Texas public university. This can be
done on-line (/www.applytexas.org) or by hard copy.

Transcript: See Academic Achievement record.

COLLEGE ADMISSIONS FAQS

How difficult is it to be accepted into a college or university?
Almost anyone who graduates from high school can meet the admission requirements of a number of two-year colleges or four-
year colleges and universities. Some of these institutions have open-door admission policies.

How early should I apply for admission to the colleges and universities of my choice?
Applications must be submitted prior to the established deadline of each college. Many colleges have fall and winter application
deadlines, but a few institutions will accept applications as late as mid-summer. It would be wise to consult the college website
or admissions office about specific admissions policies of the institution in which you are interested.

Can I learn all I need to know about schools from respective websites?
College and university catalogs contain important and useful information concerning the schools. You can compare the specific
course offerings listed by each college for your proposed major field of study. However, your decision to attend a particular
school should be based on more than information obtained by reading a catalog. Campus visitation, including interviews with
college officials, discussion with students on campus, and classroom visitations in your interest area, should play a part in
reaching your final decision as to which institution to attend.

When I am being considered for admission, does the Admission Director look only at my ACT or SAT scores?
In considering admission applications, most admission directors are interested in reviewing high school courses taken, level of
course (i.e., regular, PreAP/GT, Adv Acad, or AP/GT), grade point average (GPA), ACT or SAT scores, and counselor or teacher
recommendations and extracurricular, work and leadership accomplishments. Individual schools have varying criteria for
admission. You should check with the college website for information on entrance requirements.

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What should I do if I need financial help in order to attend the college of my choice?
Contact the Director of Financial Aid at the institution of your choice. This person can tell you what scholarships and other forms
of assistance are available. Consult your high school counselor; your counselor has information on local, state, and national
financial aid programs and scholarships. Most schools require that families complete a FAFSA and/or the Profile for Students to
be considered for financial aid.

Are students in the top 10% of their graduating high school class automatically accepted at a Texas public college or
university?
Yes, if they meet deadlines and college admission guidelines. They must also graduate on the Distinguished Level of
Achievement. The University of Texas may restrict their automatic admissions to less than 10%.

Is it appropriate to apply to more than one college?
It would be an excellent idea to apply to all the institutions which you are seriously considering, in case you are not accepted by
your first choice. Although you apply to a school and are accepted, you are not obligated to attend that school.

Do all colleges require an application fee?
Most colleges require a fee between $25 and $100. The fee must accompany an application for admission. In cases of financial
need, this application fee is sometimes waived.

Are my high school grades important in being accepted into college?
High school grades are extremely important to most colleges. Your grades, more than any other single factor, best predict your
probable success in college. Colleges, however, do not consider only your grades in their admission process. The SAT scores,
the kind of courses taken, the level of the courses (regular, PreAP/GT, Adv Acad, or AP/GT), recommendations from your
counselors, teachers, and principal, and your extracurricular record are all important factors in the college admission process.

What courses should I take before taking the SAT or ACT?
You should take Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II and on-grade level or above English (grammar and usage, composition,
and literature). In addition, science and social studies courses are recommended because most of the reading comprehension
questions deal with these subject areas.

When should I take the SAT or ACT?
You should take the SAT and ACT in the spring of your junior year. It is recommended that all testing including SAT Subject
Tests be completed by December of the senior year.

What do I need to be eligible to participate in National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I athletics at
college?
Proposition 48 requires that a freshman student entering a NCAA Division I institution must complete a core curriculum with a
minimum number of specific academic courses and receive a minimum established combined score on the SAT Critical Reading
and Math sections or an established minimum sum of scores on the ACT in order to be eligible to participate in intercollegiate
athletics during the first year of attendance. NCAA Clearinghouse forms are available online at www.ncaa.org. More information
begins on page 162.

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A GUIDE FOR COLLEGE-BOUND STUDENT-ATHLETES AND THEIR PARENTS

NCAA FRESHMAN – ELIGIBILITY STANDARDS
All interested students must register with the NCAA Eligibility Center

https://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/

For students entering any Division I or Division II college or university, the student’s NCAA initial eligibility will
be evaluated under the 16 core-course rule as described below:

DIVISION I DIVISION II
16 Core Courses 16 Core Courses

4 years of English 3 years of English
3 years of mathematics 2 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher)
2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab if
(Algebra I or higher)
2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab if offered by high school)
3 years of additional English, mathematics, or
offered by high school)
1 year of additional English, mathematics, or natural/physical science
2 years of social science
natural/physical science 4 years of additional courses (from any area above,
2 years of social science
4 years of additional courses (from any area above, WLC, or comparative religion/philosophy).

WLC, or comparative religion/philosophy).

PLEASE NOTE:
• Be sure to look at your high school’s list of NCAA courses on the NCAA Eligibility Center's website
(www.eligibilitycenter.org). Only courses that appear on your school's approved list of NCAA courses
will be used in the calculation of the core GPA. Use the list as a guide.
• Computer Science courses may only be used for initial-eligibility purposes if the course receives graduation
credit in mathematics or natural/physical science and is listed as such on the high school’s list of NCAA-
approved core courses. Math Models with Applications is not recognized as a Core Course by the NCAA
Eligibility Center.
• Student athletes who take online coursework may not meet core course requirements for NCAA eligibility.
An audit of the course modules and the amount of time spent on each module may be a subject for review by
the NCAA Eligibility Center.
• Student athletes who take computer-based credit recovery, (including summer school), as well as Texas Tech
University correspondence coursework will not meet core course requirements for NCAA eligibility.
• The Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete published by the NCAA states that “Courses completed
through credit-by-exam may not be used” to meet core-course requirements. Please refer to the NCAA
website for further information at: http://www.ncaapublications.com/productdownloads/CBSA18.pdf.
• The NCAA does not include the writing component of the SAT or ACT and the ACT score is a sum score
(not average) of the English, math, reading and science sections.
• Finally, just because a student-athlete meets the minimum NCAA academic standards, it doesn't mean they
will be admitted to play sports at the college of their choice. Many universities have academic standards for
incoming freshman athletes that are much higher than the NCAA minimum requirements.

NOTE: The Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete published by the NCAA states that "Courses
completed through credit-by-exam may not be used" to meet core-course requirements. Please refer to the
NCAA website for further information at: http://www.ncaapublications.com/productdownloads/CBSA19.pdf

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CORE COURSE GPA

CoreCourseGPA.com is web-based software that allows school counselors, coaches, parents and student-athletes to
easily track a student-athlete's progress towards meeting NCAA Eligibility Center requirements (formerly NCAA
Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse) for both Division I and Division II.

CoreCourseGPA.com generates a detailed "Initial-Eligibility Status Report" which provides the student/parent, coach
or counselor with both the Division I and Division II core course GPA as well as corresponding minimum required
SAT and ACT scores and a complete listing of the number of core course credits satisfied and the number to be
completed.

CoreCourseGPA.com manages the varying NCAA initial-eligibility standards for each graduating class, including
the Division I changes for the class of 2016 and the Division II changes for the class of 2018.

CoreCourseGPA.com software is made available via an annual license fee to schools or individual subscribers. The
CoreCourseGPA.com software is customized for the specific core course offerings of each member high school.

In addition to providing a time-saving tool to calculate NCAA core course GPA, CoreCourseGPA.com also provides
counselors, coaches, parents and student-athletes with pertinent information pertaining to financial aid, the recruiting
process, recruiting rules and other academic subject matter.

For account information, contact your high school coach or counselor. CoreCourseGPA.com protects all student
information and complies with the Family Education and Privacy Act.

CORE COURSE GPA

CoreCourseGPA.com is web-based software that allows school counselors, coaches, parents and student-athletes to
easily track a student-athlete's progress towards meeting NCAA Eligibility Center requirements (formerly NCAA
Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse) for both Division I and Division II.

CoreCourseGPA.com generates a detailed "Initial-Eligibility Status Report" which provides the student/parent, coach
or counselor with both the Division I and Division II core course GPA as well as corresponding minimum required
SAT and ACT scores and a complete listing of the number of core course credits satisfied and the number to be
completed.

CoreCourseGPA.com manages the varying NCAA initial-eligibility standards for each graduating class, including
the Division I changes for the class of 2016 and the Division II changes for the class of 2018.

CoreCourseGPA.com software is made available via an annual license fee to schools or individual subscribers. The
CoreCourseGPA.com software is customized for the specific core course offerings of each member high school.

In addition to providing a time-saving tool to calculate NCAA core course GPA, CoreCourseGPA.com also provides
counselors, coaches, parents and student-athletes with pertinent information pertaining to financial aid, the recruiting
process, recruiting rules and other academic subject matter.

For account information, contact your high school coach or counselor. CoreCourseGPA.com protects all student
information and complies with the Family Education and Privacy Act.

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NCAA DIVISION I

Minimum GPA: The minimum core GPA for incoming college freshmen is a 2.30. Student-athletes who graduate with a core
GPA between 2.00 and 2.29 can still receive an athletic scholarship and practice with their teams, but cannot participate in game
action as freshmen. This is known as the “Academic Redshirt.” Students with a GPA of 2.30 or above may achieve either
“Academic Redshirt” or “Full Qualifier” status, depending on their SAT/ACT test scores. Students with a core course GPA
between 2.00 and 2.29 cannot attain “Full Qualifier” status but may achieve “Academic Redshirt” status by meeting minimum
sliding scale test score requirements.

Ten (10) Core Courses Before End of Junior Year: Student-athletes will need to complete at least 10 of the 16 core course
requirements by the end of their junior year. Seven of those 10 core courses must be from the English, Math and Science
subsections. Grades earned in the 10 core courses are "locked in" for the purpose of calculating the final core course GPA. Any
retakes of the first 10 core courses must be completed prior to senior year.

Multi-Year Scholarships: Division I schools now have the option to guarantee athletic scholarships for more than one year. The
guarantee would protect student-athletes from the loss of a scholarship due to injury or performance. Colleges could still revoke
guaranteed scholarships for poor academic performance or behavioral reasons.

NCAA DIVISION I Sliding Scale

GPA GPA GPA GPA
for Aid and for
Competition SAT ACT Sum for Aid and for SAT ACT Sum
Practice
4.000 Practice Competition 750 61
3.550 3.975 760 62
3.525 3.950 400 37 2.675 3.125 770 63
3.500 3.925 780 64
3.475 3.900 410 38 2.650 3.100 790 65
3.450 3.875 800 66
3.425 3.850 420 39 2.625 3.075 810 67
3.400 3.825 820 68
3.375 3.800 430 40 2.600 3.050 830 69
3.350 3.775 840 70
3.325 3.750 440 41 2.575 3.025 850 70
3.300 3.725 860 71
3.275 3.700 450 41 2.550 3.000 870 72
3.250 3.675 880 73
3.225 3.650 460 42 2.525 2.975 890 74
3.200 3.625 900 75
3.175 3.600 470 42 2.500 2.950 910 76
3.150 3.575 920 77
3.125 3.550 480 43 2.475 2.925 930 78
3.100 3.525 940 79
3.075 3.500 490 44 2.450 2.900 950 80
3.050 3.475 960 81
3.025 3.450 500 44 2.425 2.875 970 82
3.000 3.425 980 83
2.975 3.400 510 45 2.400 2.850 990 84
2.950 3.375 1000 85
2.925 3.350 520 46 2.375 2.825 1010 86
2.900 3.325 1020 86
2.875 3.300 530 46 2.350 2.800 1030 87
2.850 3.275 1040 88
2.825 3.250 540 47 2.325 2.775 1050 89
2.800 3.225 1060 90
2.775 3.200 550 47 2.300 2.750 1070 91
2.750 3.175 1080 93
2.725 3.150 560 48 2.275 2.725
2.700
570 49 2.250 2.700

580 49 2.225 2.675

590 50 2.200 2.650

600 50 2.175 2.625

610 51 2.150 2.600

620 52 2.125 2.575

630 52 2.100 2.550

640 53 2.075 2.525

650 53 2.050 2.500

660 54 2.025 2.475

670 55 2.000 2.450

680 56 2.425

690 56 2.400

700 57 2.375

710 58 2.350

720 59 2.325

730 60 2.300

740 61

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NCAA DIVISION II

Minimum GPA: The minimum core grade point average is currently 2.000 and will be increased to a 2.200 beginning August
1, 2018 for student athletes eligible for competition, while the partial qualifier sliding scale will still reflect a minimum grade
point average of 2.000.
New Sliding Scale (beginning August 1, 2018): Division II currently requires a minimum SAT score of 820 (Critical Reading
and Math sections only) or an ACT sum score of 68. Beginning August 1, 2018, Division II will use a sliding scale to match test
scores and core – course grade point averages (GPA). The sliding scale for those requirements is shown in the chart below.

NCAA DIVISION II Sliding Scale

GPA GPA GPA GPA
for Aid and for
Competition SAT ACT Sum for Aid and for SAT ACT Sum
Practice
3.050 & Practice Competition
3.300 & above
above 3.025 400 37 2.725 2.475 630 52
3.275 3.000
3.250 2.975 410 38 2.700 2.450 640 53
3.225 2.950
3.200 2.925 420 39 2.675 2.425 650 53
3.175 2.900
3.150 2.875 430 40 2.650 2.400 660 54
3.125 2.850
3.100 2.825 440 41 2.625 2.375 670 55
3.075 2.800
3.050 2.775 450 41 2.600 2.350 680 56
3.025 2.750
3.000 2.725 460 42 2.575 2.325 690 56
2.975 2.700
2.950 2.675 470 42 2.550 2.300 700 57
2.925 2.650
2.900 2.625 480 43 2.525 2.275 710 58
2.875 2.600
2.850 2.575 490 44 2.500 2.250 720 59
2.825 2.550
2.800 2.525 500 44 2.475 2.225 730 60
2.775 2.500
2.750 510 45 2.450 2.200 740 61

520 46 2.425 2.175 750 61

530 46 2.400 2.150 760 62

540 47 2.375 2.125 770 63

550 47 2.350 2.100 780 64

560 48 2.325 2.075 790 65

570 49 2.300 2.050 800 66

580 49 2.275 2.025 810 67

590 50 2.250 2.000 820 & above 68 & above

600 50 2.225 830 69

610 51 2.200 840 & above 70 & above

620 52

IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT NCAA ELIGIBILITY, PLEASE VISIT THE NCAA INITIAL-ELIGIBILTY
CENTER AT WWW.NCAA.ORG OR CONTACT TOLL-FREE 877-262-1492.

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TECHNICAL OR BUSINESS SCHOOL

Students desiring to pursue post-high school education at a technical or business school will want to contact several such schools,
acquire details of admission and courses of study, and visit some of the classrooms and laboratories. Many of these schools have
open-door admission policies.

Technical or Business School Checklist:
 Make a list of the schools that offer the occupational program of interest. These schools vary considerably in quality of
programs and costs. (Check the Better Business Bureau).
 To obtain specific admission policies, consult your guidance counselor for information about technical schools that offer
the program in which you are interested.
 Check the school’s admission policy to make sure you have met all entrance requirements.
 Write or visit the school to obtain the necessary application forms.
 Complete application forms correctly. Enclose a check to cover the application fee (if required). Make the check payable
to the institution.
 If at all possible, visit the selected school. Visit the specific training area and talk with the instructor.

MILITARY SERVICE – COLLEGE AND RECRUITMENT OPTIONS

 United States service academy and senior-level college ROTC scholarships (4, 3, and 2 year scholarships fully
funded)

 College scholarships are available for all major universities with a high demand for nursing applicants
 Co-curricular college credits while attending high school JROTC through University of Colorado at Colorado Springs

SEE YOUR JROTC SENIOR INSTRUCTOR FOR DETAILS & APPLICATIONS

The Reserve Officer Training Corps is a group of college and university-based Officer Training programs for training
commissioned officers of the United States armed Forces.

• West Point - www.usma.edu
• Air Force Academy - www.usafa.af.mil
• Naval Academy - www.usna.edu
• Coast Guard Academy - www.uscga.edu
• Merchant Marine Academy - www.usmma.edu
• Army ROTC College Scholarships visit http://www.goarmy.com/rotc.html
• ACT/SAT Preparation visit www.march2success.com

Students who are interested in entering a branch of the military services will want to contact one or more recruiting officers in
order to determine the enlistment program that best meets personal interests. Many programs are available through each branch
of military service.
Military Service Checklist:

 Make an appointment with the local recruiter of EACH branch of service to obtain current information on programs and
entrance requirements.

 Before deciding on the branch of service, talk with relatives, friends, and others who have served or are currently serving
in a branch of the Armed Forces to determine what military life is like in each branch of service.

 If you are considering entry into the military service, take the Armed Services Vocational Assessment Battery (ASVAB)
during high school.

 Contact a recruiter of the branch of service of your choice.
 General military questions may be directed to the senior Army instructor at each campus.

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COURSE NAMES, NUMBERS, AND PAGE NUMBERS

Accounting Biology
I-7341.................................................................................. 115 (AP/GT)-3011P.....................................................................77
II-7342 ..........................................................................72, 115 (PreAP/GT) Sheltered for ELL-3011QS.........................40, 77
(PreAP/GT)-3011Q...............................................................77
Advanced Animal Science-7021 ........................................81, 108 3011 ......................................................................................77
Advanced Quantitative Reasoning Sheltered for ELL-3011S ................................................40, 77

2731 ......................................................................................75 Biomedical Innovation (Adv Acad)-7573 ................................117
Sheltered for ELL-2731S ................................................40, 75 Biotechnology
Agricultural
Laboratory & Field Experience-7072L ...............................109 I (Adv Acad)-7964........................................................81, 126
Mechanics & Metal Technologies-7070 .............................109 II (Adv Acad)-7965.......................................................81, 126
Structures Design & Fabrication-7072................................109 Broadband Communications
Algebra I I-7972.................................................................................. 127
(PreAP/GT) Sheltered for ELL-2011QS.........................40, 71 I-7972/II-7972L ..................................................................127
(PreAP/GT)-2011Q...............................................................71 Business Info Mng I (Microsoft Off Apps)-7321.....................113
2011 ......................................................................................71 Business Law-7330 ..................................................................113
Sheltered for ELL-2011S ................................................40, 71 Calculus
Algebra II AB (AP/GT)-2421 ................................................................76
(PreAP/GT) Sheltered for ELL-2211QS.........................40, 74 BC (AP/GT)-2521.................................................................76
(PreAP/GT)-2211Q...............................................................74 Capstone
2211 ......................................................................................74 Research-1996 ....................................................................103
Sheltered for ELL-2211S ................................................40, 74 Seminar (AP/GT)-1995.......................................................103
Algebraic Reasoning Career Preparation
2123 ......................................................................................73 Extended I-7391L ...............................................................129
Sheltered for ELL-2123S ................................................40, 73 Extended II-7392L ..............................................................130
American Sign Language I-7391.................................................................................. 129
I-5501.................................................................................... 89 II-7392 ........................................................................129, 130
II-5511 ..................................................................................89 Ceramics
III (Adv Acad)-5521H ..........................................................89 II-8131 ................................................................................134
III-5521 .................................................................................89 III-8141 ...............................................................................134
IV (Adv Acad)-5535 .............................................................90 IV-8151...............................................................................134
Analysis of Visual Media-1550..................................................63 Chemistry
Anatomy and Physiology (AP/GT)-3211P.....................................................................78
(Adv Acad)-7550H .......................................................80, 116 (PreAP/GT) Sheltered for ELL-3211QS.........................40, 78
7550 ..............................................................................80, 116 (PreAP/GT)-3211Q...............................................................78
Animation 3211 ......................................................................................78
I-7231.................................................................................. 112 Sheltered for ELL-3211S ................................................40, 78
II-7233 ................................................................................112 Child Development-7713 .........................................................119
Aquatic Science Child Guidance
3831 ......................................................................................79 I-7721.................................................................................. 119
Sheltered for ELL-3831S ................................................40, 79 II-7722 ................................................................................120
Art History (AP/GT)-8251 .......................................................135 Chinese
Art I I (PreAP/GT)-5401Q ............................................................90
Advanced Comprehensive-8011 .........................................131 I-5401.................................................................................... 90
Comprehensive-8001 ..........................................................131 II (PreAP/GT)-5411Q ...........................................................90
Astronomy-3851 ........................................................................80 II-5411 ..................................................................................90
Athletics ...................................................................................100 III (PreAP/GT)-5420Q..........................................................91
Audio/Video Production III-5420 .................................................................................91
I-7225.................................................................................. 111 Language and Culture IV (AP/GT)-5442..............................91
II-7226 ................................................................................111 V-VII (Adv Acad)-5452/5462/5472......................................91
Automotive Technology Choir
I-7811.................................................................................. 128 Concert-8503/8523/8543/8563 ...........................................138
II-7812 ................................................................................128 Tenor Bass Chorus-8507/8527/8547/8567..........................138
Band Treble A-8501/8521/8541/8561..........................................138
Cadet-8601/8621/8641/8661...............................................136 Treble B-8505/8525/8545/8565 ..........................................138
Color Guard/Winter Guard-8692/8694/8696/8698 .............137 Varsity A-8511/8531/8551/8571.........................................138
Concert I-8603/8623/8643/8663 .........................................136 Varsity B-8513/8533/8553/8573.........................................138
Concert II-8611/8631/8651/8671........................................136 Vocal Ensemble-8881/8883/8885/8887 ..............................138
Instrumental Ensemble-8613/8633/8653/8673 ...................137 College Prep
Jazz Ensemble-8615/8635/8655/8675.................................136 Locally Developed Mathematics-2305 .................................73
Percussion/Battery-8600/8620/8640/8660 ..........................137 Mathematics-2300.................................................................73
Percussion/Pit-8610/8630/8650/8670 .................................137 College Prep ELA-1300 .............................................................60
Symphonic-8605/8625/8645/8665 ......................................136 College Readiness & Study Skills-1500.....................................61
Wind Ensemble-8607/8627/8647/8667...............................136 College Transition-1514...........................................................105

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Computer Maintenance English III
7410 ....................................................................................122 1211 ......................................................................................60
Lab-7410L ..........................................................................122 Language and Composition (AP/GT)-1211P ........................60
Sheltered for ELL-1211S ................................................40, 60
Computer Science
A (AP/GT)-2822 ...........................................................76, 121 English IV
Principles-2820 ...................................................................121 1311 ......................................................................................60
Programming (PreAP/GT)-7450Q ......................................121 Literature & Composition (AP/GT)-1311P...........................60
Programming-7450 .............................................................121 Sheltered for ELL-1311S ..........................................40, 60, 61

Construction Tech Design-7146...............................................110 Entrepreneurship-7380 .............................................................124
Construction Tech-Arch-7147..................................................110 Environmental Science (AP/GT)-3821 ......................................80
Contemporary Media-1554 ........................................................63 Environmental Systems (Ecology)
Cosmetology
3811 ......................................................................................79
I-7764.................................................................................. 120 Sheltered for ELL-3811S ................................................40, 79
II-7766 ................................................................................120 ESOL I & II Academic Support-1411/1412.........................40, 61
Creative/Imaginative Writing-1511............................................62 European History (AP/GT)-4821 ...............................................87
Culinary Arts Fashion
7621 ....................................................................................118 Design I-7240 .....................................................................112
Advanced-7622 ................................................................... 118 Design II-7245 ....................................................................112
Dance Marketing-7370...................................................................123
Advanced/PE-8945 .............................................................140 Floral Design-7030...........................................................108, 135
Advanced-8941/8942/8943/8944 ........................................ 140 Food Science-7620.............................................................82, 118
Composition III-8921..........................................................141 Food Technology and Safety-7019 ..........................................108
Composition/Production IV-8931 .......................................141 Forensic Science
Perf Ens Dance Team I – IV-8951/8961/8971/8981 ...........142 7951 ..............................................................................81, 126
Principles I/PE-8905 ...........................................................140 Sheltered for ELL-7951S ........................................40, 81, 126
Principles I-8901.................................................................140 French
Principles II/PE-8915..........................................................141 I (PreAP/GT)-5001Q ............................................................92
Principles II-8911................................................................141 I-5001.................................................................................... 91
Debate II (PreAP/GT)-5011Q ...........................................................92
I-1611.................................................................................... 66 II-5011 ..................................................................................92
II (Adv Acad)-1621...............................................................66 III (PreAP/GT)-5030Q..........................................................92
III (Adv Acad)-1631 .............................................................66 III-5030 .................................................................................92
Developing Adv Study Habits-1516.........................................105 Language IV (AP/GT)-5041P ...............................................92
Digital Electronics (Adv Acad)-7911.................................73, 125 V-VII (Adv Acad)-5051/5061/5071......................................93
Digital Media-7201 ..................................................................120 Geometry
Dollars and Sense-7340............................................................119 (PreAP/GT) Sheltered for ELL-2111QS.........................40, 72
Drawing (PreAP/GT)-2111Q...............................................................72
II-8021 ................................................................................131 2111 ......................................................................................72
III-8031 ...............................................................................131 Sheltered for ELL-2111S ................................................40, 72
IV-8041...............................................................................132 German
Earth and Space Science-3801 ...................................................79 I (PreAP/GT)-5101Q ............................................................93
Economics I-5101.................................................................................... 93
4510 ......................................................................................85 II (PreAP/GT)-5111Q ...........................................................93
Macro (AP/GT)-4510P .........................................................85 II-5111 ..................................................................................93
Micro (AP/GT)-4620 ............................................................85 III (PreAP/GT)-5120Q..........................................................94
Sheltered for ELL-4510S ................................................40, 85 III-5120 .................................................................................93
ELL Academic Support-1413 ..............................................40, 61 Language IV (AP/GT)-5131 .................................................94
Engineering V-VII (Adv Acad)-5141/5151/5161......................................94
Aerospace -7921 .................................................................125 Government and Politics
Civil & Architecture (Adv Acad)-7920...............................125 Comparative (AP/GT)-4830..................................................87
Design and Development (Adv Acad)-7940 .................81, 125 United States (AP/GT)-4310P...............................................85
Introduction Design (Adv Acad)-7900................................124 United States Sheltered for ELL-4310S..........................40, 84
Principles (Adv Acad)-7910 .........................................80, 124 United States-4310................................................................84
English I Graphic Design & Illustration
(PreAP/GT)-1011Q...............................................................58 I-7241.................................................................................. 112
1011 ......................................................................................58 II-7243 ................................................................................112
ESOL-1011ESL ..............................................................40, 58 Health Education: It Does a Body Good!-6000..........................98
Leadership (PreAP/GT)-1011G ............................................58 Health Science Theory/Clinical-7505 ......................................115
Sheltered for ELL-1011S ................................................40, 58 Horticulture Science-7033........................................................108
English II Human Body Systems (Adv Acad)-7571 .................................117
(PreAP/GT)-1111Q...............................................................59 Human Geography (AP/GT)-4011P...........................................83
1111 ......................................................................................59 Humanities
ESOL-1111ESL ..............................................................40, 59 I (Adv Acad)-1551................................................................62
Leadership (PreAP/GT/)-1111G ...........................................59 II (Adv Acad)-1552...............................................................62
Sheltered for ELL-1111S ................................................40, 59 III (Adv Acad)-1553 .............................................................63

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Independent Study Concert I Strings I – IV-8711/8731/8751/8771...................139
Computer Science I (Adv Acad)-2890........................121, 146 Concert II Strings I – IV-8713/8733/8753/8773 .................139
English (Adv Acad)-1999 .............................................65, 146 Instrumental String Ens-8715/8735/8755/8775 ..................139
Journalism (Adv Acad)-1899........................................68, 145 Philharmonic I Str I – IV-8705/8725/8745/8765 ................139
Mathematics (Adv Acad)-2999.....................................76, 146 Philharmonic II Str I – IV-8707/8727/8747/8767 ...............139
Mathematics Calculus-2400..................................................75 Symphony Strings I – IV-8703/8723/8743/8763 ................139
Mentorship (Adv Acad)-7499 .....................................130, 145 Painting
Soc St Research Methods (Adv Acad)-4999.................88, 146 II (PreAP/GT)-8051Q .........................................................132
Speech/Debate (Adv Acad)-1699..................................66, 145 II-8051 ................................................................................132
III-8061 ...............................................................................132
Integrated Physics and Chemistry IV-8071...............................................................................132
3111 ......................................................................................77 Pathophysiology-7530........................................................82, 116
Sheltered for ELL-3111S ................................................40, 77 PE
Alt PE Activities-6491/6492/6493/6494 ...............................99
Interior Design-7100 ................................................................110 Fitness Tr (Body Pump) – Aerobic Act-6031/6036 ..............98
Interpersonal Studies-7750.......................................................119 Foundations of Personal Fitness-6021/6026 .........................98
Jewelry Individual/Team Sports-6041/6046.......................................99
Weight Training/Cond – Ind Sports-6051/6056....................98
II-8161 ................................................................................133 Peer Assistance and Leadership
III-8171 ...............................................................................134 I-4901.................................................................................. 104
IV-8181...............................................................................134 II-4911 ................................................................................104
Journalism Peer Assistance for Students w/Disabilities I-4915 ..................104
1701 ......................................................................................67 Personal Financial Literacy-4610...............................................86
Advanced Newspaper Production I-1711..............................67 Photojournalism-1771 ................................................................67
Advanced Newspaper Production II-1721 ............................67 Physics
Advanced Newspaper Production III-1731...........................67 1 (AP/GT)-3631 ....................................................................78
Advanced Yearbook I-1801 ..................................................67 2 (AP/GT)-3641 ....................................................................79
Advanced Yearbook II-1811.................................................68 3611 ......................................................................................78
Advanced Yearbook III-1821 ...............................................68 C Mechanics, Electric and Mag (AP/GT)-3723 ....................79
Independent Study (Adv Acad)-1899 ...................................68 Sheltered for ELL-3611S ................................................40, 78
Latin Practical Writing Skills-1540 .....................................................62
I (PreAP/GT)-5301Q ............................................................94 Practicum
I-5301.................................................................................... 94 Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources-7090.....................109
II (PreAP/GT)-5311Q ...........................................................95 Audio/Video Production-7227 ............................................111
II-5311 ..................................................................................95 Biotechnology-7990............................................................126
III (PreAP/GT)-5320Q..........................................................95 Biotechnology-7991............................................................127
III-5320 .................................................................................95 Computer Technician-7420.................................................122
IV (AP/GT)-5341..................................................................95 Construction Technology-7148...........................................110
V-VII (Adv Acad)-5351/5361/5371......................................95 Culinary Arts-7690 .............................................................118
Leadership Education & Training Extended Audio/Video Production-7227L..........................111
Command Staff-6541/6542/6543........................................102 Health Science Certified Nursing Assistant-7506 ...............117
I PE-6501 ............................................................................101 Health Science Denistry-7560.............................................116
I-6502.................................................................................. 101 Health Science Pharmacy Tech-7504 .................................117
II-6511 ................................................................................102 Robotics (Adv Acad)-7976 .................................................128
III-6521 ...............................................................................102 Small Business Management I-7331...................................114
IV-6531...............................................................................102 Small Business Management II-7332 .................................114
Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness-7500 .....................................119 Transportation Systems-7890..............................................129
Literary Genre Veterinary Medicine-7096 ..................................................109
Drama-1960 ..........................................................................64 Precalculus
Mystery-1940........................................................................63 (PreAP/GT) Sheltered for ELL-2311QS.........................40, 75
Mythology-1950 ...................................................................64 (PreAP/GT)-231Q.................................................................75
Poetry-1993...........................................................................65 2311 ......................................................................................75
Science Fiction/Fantasy-1990 ...............................................65 Sheltered for ELL-2311S ................................................40, 75
Shakespearean Studies-1970.................................................64 Precision Metal Manufacturing
The Horror-1980 ...................................................................64 I-7161.................................................................................. 123
Livestock Production-7018 ......................................................107 II-7162 ................................................................................123
Manufacturing Engineering Technology-7160.........................122 Principles
Mathematical Models with Applications Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources-7000.....................107
2711 ......................................................................................72 Biomedical Science (Adv Acad)-7570................................116
Sheltered for ELL-2711S ................................................40, 72 Business, Marketing & Finance-7300 .................................113
Medical Interventions (Adv Acad)-7572..................................117 Construction-7145...............................................................110
Medical Terminology-7511......................................................115 Education & Training-7709 ................................................114
Music Theory Health Science-7501 ...........................................................115
(AP/GT)-8861P...................................................................139 Professional Communications-7200.........................................111
8861 ....................................................................................138 Professional Standards in Agribusiness-7015 ..........................107
Oral Interpretation I, II, & III-1651/1661/1671..........................66
Orchestra
Chamber I I – IV-8701/8721/ 8741/8761............................139
Chamber II I – IV-8702/8722/ 8742/8762 ..........................139

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Psychology Strategic Learning for HS Math-2007 ........................................71
(AP/GT)-4710P.....................................................................86 Studio Art
(PreAP/GT)-4710Q...............................................................86
4710 ......................................................................................86 2-D Design (AP/GT)-8221..................................................135
3-D Design (AP/GT)-8241..................................................136
Reading Drawing (AP/GT)-8231 ......................................................135
I, II, & III-1501/1502/1503 ...................................................61 Target STAAR
I, II, III (ESL)-1501S/1502S/1503S......................................40 Mathematics-2006.................................................................71
Science-3006.........................................................................77
Release Time-05XX.................................................................105 Social Studies-4006 ..............................................................83
Robotics Teacher Education Training
I-7711.................................................................................. 114
Problems & Solutions-7497 ................................................130 II-7712 ................................................................................114
Robotics I (Adv Acad)-7975 ....................................................128 Team Sports Officiating-6019..................................................104
School Service-0600 ................................................................105 Technical Theatre
Scientific Research and Design-7997.........................................82 I-8361.................................................................................. 143
Sculpture II-8371 ................................................................................143
III-8381 ...............................................................................143
II (PreAP/GT)-8101Q .........................................................133 IV-8391...............................................................................143
II-8101 ................................................................................133 Teen Leadership-4900..............................................................104
III-8111 ...............................................................................133 Theatre Arts
IV-8121...............................................................................133 I-8311.................................................................................. 142
Small Animal Management-7010.............................................107 I-8321.................................................................................. 142
Social Media Marketing-7375..................................................124 II-8331 ................................................................................142
Social Studies Advanced Studies III-8341 ...............................................................................142
Constitutional Law-4740.......................................................86 IV-8351...............................................................................143
Global Politics-4880 .............................................................88 Musical I-IV-8491/8492/8493/8494 ...................................144
Law and Justice-4870............................................................88 Theatre Production
Student Government and Leadership-4861...........................88 I-IV .....................................................................................143
Sociology-4730 ..........................................................................86 Improvisation I-8481 ..........................................................144
Spanish Improvisation II-8482 .........................................................144
I (PreAP/GT)-5201Q ............................................................96 Improvisation III-8483........................................................144
I-5201.................................................................................... 96 Touch System Data Entry (Keyboarding)-7320 .......................113
II (PreAP/GT)-5211Q ...........................................................96 United States History
II-5211 ..................................................................................96 (AP/GT)-4211P.....................................................................84
III (PreAP/GT)-5221Q..........................................................97 4211 ......................................................................................84
III-5221 .................................................................................97 Sheltered for ELL-4211S ................................................40, 84
Language IV (AP/GT)-5241 .................................................97 Veterinary Medical Applications-7020 ....................................108
Literature V (AP/GT)-5251...................................................97 Video Game Design-7250 ........................................................113
Spanish Speakers I & II-5272/5273 ......................................96 Wildlife Fisheries & Ecology Management-7017 ....................107
Spanish Speakers III & IV-5274/5275 ..................................96 World Geography Studies
VI-VII (Adv Acad)-5261/5291 .............................................97 4011 ......................................................................................83
Special Topics in Social Studies Sheltered for ELL-4011S ................................................40, 83
History of United States Sports-4800....................................87 World History
Holocaust-4750 .....................................................................87 (AP/GT)-4111P.....................................................................84
Reel America-4760 ...............................................................87 4111 ......................................................................................83
Sports & Entertainment Marketing-7350 .................................123 Sheltered for ELL-4111S ................................................40, 83
Statistics
(AP/GT)-2620P.....................................................................74
2620 ......................................................................................74
Sheltered for ELL-2620S ................................................40, 74

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