October 13, 2014 Dear Parents & Students,
October 13, 2014 Dear Parents & Students, We are delighted that you have chosen to follow your academic and career goals by applying for admission to our Magnet School Programs. We encourage you to further your understanding of each program by visiting each campus and speaking to the principal and Magnet School Program Coordinator. You may also view videos that highlight each Magnet School Program at http://www.episd.org/schools/magnet_schools.php. This year a common application will be offered as a centralized means for students to apply to our excellent Magnet School Programs. An application is attached, but you may also download and print it from our website if you choose to apply to more than one Magnet School Program. Please submit your completed application packet(s) to the Magnet School Program Coordinator(s) no later than January 15, 2015 at 4:00 PM. Applications accepted after the deadline will be placed on a waiting list to fill any remaining vacant seats. Thank you for your interest in our Magnet School Programs! Mary Ann Clark Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum & Instruction and Accountability CONTACT INFORMATION Sandra Day O’Connor Criminal Justice/ Public Service Academy Austin High School 3500 Memphis Ave. El Paso TX 79930 Scott Graves Magnet Coordinator (915) 236-4200 swgraves@episd.org The International Baccalaureate Programme Coronado High School 100 Champions Place El Paso TX 79912 Nancy Rivera Magnet Coordinator (915) 236-2059 nmhoover@episd.org Silva Magnet High School for Health Professions Jefferson High School 121 Val Verde St. El Paso TX 79905 Shari Schwartz Magnet Coordinator (915)236-7608 ssschwar@episd.org International Business Academy Bowie High School 801 S. San Marcial El Paso TX 79905 Pre Engineering Program Chapin High School 7000 Dyer El Paso TX 79930 Victor Martel Magnet Coordinator (915) 496-8200 vmmarte1@episd.org Minnie Graves Magnet Coordinator (915) 832-6730 hilutric@episd.org El Paso High School Dual Language Magnet “Connecting Worlds, Mundos Unidos” 800 E. Schuster Ave. El Paso TX 79902 T-STEM Academy for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Irvin High School 9465 Roanoke El Paso TX 79924 Cecilia Phillips Magnet Coordinator (915) 236-2500 cyphilli@episd.org Dr. Oscar Rico Magnet Coordinator (915) 236-4674 oarico1@episd.org Advanced Academic Services 6531 Boeing Drive El Paso TX 79925 Advanced Academic Services 6531 Boeing Drive El Paso TX 79925 Tomas Sigala Facilitator, College Readiness, Secondary (915) 230-2378 tsigala@episd.org Esther Hughes Facilitator, College Readiness, K-8 (915) 230-2376 evhughes@episd.org Common Application Deadline: January 15, 2015 Page 2 of 11 APPLICATION CHECKLIST Only complete application packets will be reviewed. It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit a complete application packet by the submission deadline. Submission of the complete application packet does not guarantee acceptance. Students submitting the application electronically will be responsible for either sending electronic copies of all other required documentation or submitting them directly to the school before the application deadline. Conditional acceptance for entering students will be based on program availability to those students who meet the minimum requirements and who submitted by January 15, 2015 all necessary documents as described to their selected program(s). All documentation must be submitted to the contact person(s) of the program(s) to which you are applying (see page 2). Complete application packets may be mailed, emailed or dropped off at each of the campuses. The following will need to be submitted in order for the application packet to be complete: The completed “El Paso ISD Magnet School Program Common Application” (pages 4 through 9) Applicant’s final grades for 7th grade; Applicant’s final grades for fall semester 8th grade; Applicant’s previous grade’s State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) scores or other standardized test scores if applicant does not attend a Texas public school; A copy of most recent utility bill (water, gas, or electric) from the applicant’s residence printed with parent’s name and address as proof of residency; Additional documentation required for certain programs include: *FOR INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS ACADEMY, INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE PROGRAMME, and/or DUAL LANGUAGE MAGNET APPLICANTS ONLY: Two teacher recommendations. Forms may be copied from this packet (pages 10 and 11) and provided to current year teachers (Math and/or English only). Each form must be submitted (1) electronically by each teacher, or (2) in an individually sealed envelope with each teacher’s signature across the seals to the Magnet School Program Coordinator(s). *FOR DUAL LANGUAGE MAGNET APPLICANTS ONLY: A copy of the applicant’s Oxford University Language Center (OULC) Spanish Placement Test indicating a score of 25+. The copy must be signed by both student and parent, verifying authenticity. Go to www.ephsduallanguage.weebly.com for link to OULC test. *FOR SILVA HEALTH MAGNET APPLICANTS ONLY: Immunizations will be required in the Sophomore year for hospital rotations during the Junior and Senior years. Common Application Deadline: January 15, 2015 Page 3 of 11 El Paso ISD Magnet School Program Common Application for 2015-16 Admissions EPISD’s Magnet School Programs are comprehensive programs with rigorous curricula that align to students’ interests and prepare students to succeed academically. All students admitted to a Magnet School Program will be admitted on a probationary status. Should the student fail to meet program expectations, the transfer to the Magnet School Program may be revoked and the student may be sent back to his/her home campus. Although every program has different requirements and commitments, students are expected to follow the guidelines for continuance in their respective program of choice. Further, students will adhere to all EPISD rules and procedures as outlined in El Paso ISD’s: • Student Code of Conduct http://www.episd.org/departments/pupil_services/docs/EPISDStudentCodeOfConduct20122013_eng_20120807.pdf • Student Handbook http://www.episd.org/departments/pupil_services/docs/StudentHandbook_20122013_20121116.pdf Part I. Applicant Information PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY Student Name: Last First Middle Date of Birth: Gender: Male Student ID: Current Middle School: Female Permanent Address: Street Number Street Name Apt. Number City State Zip Code Home Phone Number: Grade Applying for: Student Email Address: Part II. Parent Information PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY Father/Guardian Name: Mother/Guardian Name: Yes Address same as Above: No Address if Different from Student: Address same as Above: Yes No Address if Different from Student: Street Number Street Name Apt. # Street Number Street Name Apt. # City State Zip Code City State Zip Code Home Phone: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Cell Phone: Email Email: Common Application Deadline: January 15, 2015 Page 4 of 11 Part III. Minimum Requirements for Acceptance Cumulative GPA in core content areas Austin High School: Sandra Day O’Connor Criminal Justice/Public Service Academy Bowie High School: International Business Academy Meet STAAR minimum standards 90% attendance rate Good discipline record Must meet criteria for grade level promotion **Two teacher endorsements 80% 80% Chapin High School: Pre-Engineering Program 85% Coronado High School: The International Baccalaureate Programme 85%* El Paso High School: Dual Language Magnet 85% Irvin High School: T-STEM Academy NA NA Silva High School: Magnet High School for Health Professionals 85% OULC Spanish Placement Test 25+ Note: Irvin T-STEM Academy is governed by the Texas Education Agency which does not allow students to be ranked solely on grade point average and does not take discipline record in account for admission. All students meeting minimum requirements will be considered. If the number of applicants exceeds the number of available slots, a lottery based system will be utilized for admission. * The International Baccalaureate Programme requires a minimum cumulative GPA of 85% in core content areas and foreign languages. ** Two completed Teacher Recommendation Forms required (see pages 10-11). The form may be copied and provided to current year teachers (Math and/or English only). Part IV. Program Selection To which program(s) are you applying? (If selecting more than one, you must rank them in order of preference: i.e. 1, 2, & 3.) Austin High School: Sandra Day O’Connor Criminal Justice/Public Service Academy Rank# Bowie High School: International Business Academy Rank# Chapin High School: Pre-Engineering Program Rank# Coronado High School: The International Baccalaureate Programme Rank# El Paso High School: Dual Language Magnet Rank# Irvin High School: T-STEM Academy for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Rank# Silva High School: Magnet High School for Health Professions Rank# Common Application Deadline: January 15, 2015 Page 5 of 11 Part V. Extracurricular Activities PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY In the space provided below, list all co- and extra-curricular activities in which you are currently involved, or have participated in within the past 3 years: Part VI. Statement of Interest PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY In the space provided below, please write a brief statement that describes why you wish to be considered for the Magnet School Program(s) of your choice. Be sure to describe your future goals and aspirations and how becoming a Magnet School Program student will help you to reach those goals. (A Spanish statement is preferred for Dual Language Magnet Program applicants.) Common Application Deadline: January 15, 2015 Page 6 of 11 Part VII. Selection process Applications will be accepted until the January 15, 2015 deadline. Applications received after the deadline will be accepted and considered for admission as space allows and by a comprehensive selection process in accordance to their own criteria. Acceptance letters will be mailed out the week of March 16, 2015. Accepted applicants have until April 20, 2015 to formally accept admission to the Magnet School Program of their choice. Please note, students who are selected into the Magnet School Program of their choice and who reside within EPISD boundaries are eligible for transportation to and from their home high school campus. Silva Health Magnet provides transportation to and from all El Paso County high schools. Part VIII. Student and Parent Commitment We understand that students apply to Magnet School Programs as an optional program due to their specific academic and career focus. We recognize that acceptance to a Magnet School Program is a privilege set forth by EPISD and not a right. We understand that standards may be higher than those required by other schools in the district and that compliance with those standards is a requisite for continued enrollment in the Magnet School Program. We understand that acceptable conduct, academic progress and regular attendance are mandatory for continued enrollment in the Magnet School Program of choice. We agree to abide by all EPISD policies and those set forth by the Magnet School Program. Students who do not maintain academic standards will be subject to academic probation and exited from the Magnet School Program. We understand that admission to Magnet School Programs is competitive and limited. Students are admitted to Magnet School Programs without regard to race, color, national origin, gender or handicap. Our signatures indicate that we agree to support and adhere to Magnet School Program standards and parental roles now in existence and those that may be established in the future by individual Magnet School Programs. Parent’s Signature Date ___________ Student’s Signature Date ___________ Part IX. Summer program enrichment Please be aware that certain programs will require students to attend summer school, when offered, in order to fulfill the requirements for the Magnet School Program. We understand that it is our responsibility to inquire about such programs with Magnet School Program staff. We understand that failure to comply with such requirements may to lead to the revocation of admission if the Magnet School Program deems it as necessary. Parent’s Signature Date ___________ Student’s Signature Date ___________ Common Application Deadline: January 15, 2015 Page 7 of 11 Part X. Testing Permission (International Baccalaureate Programme Applicants Only) In addition to requirements indicated above, the International Baccalaureate Programme at Coronado High School requires an additional test to screen for admission. Please complete the “Permission to Test” form below. Permission to Test I grant the El Paso Independent School District permission to administer qualifying examination(s) needed for International Baccalaureate Programme admission to my child. I understand that I must ensure that my son/daughter: • • • • • is physically and mentally prepared to take the test(s); gets a good night’s sleep; eats a well-balanced breakfast; knows that he/she should ask questions of the test administrator if something is not clear; understands the importance of doing his/her best on the test(s). I am responsible for deciding that my child is physically and mentally prepared to take the test. If he/she is not, I will inform the principal and ask that my child be excused from testing that day. I further understand that if my child is not able to take the test as scheduled, I may call the school to postpone the testing. Student Name: Last First Date of Birth: Student ID: Current Grade Level: Current School: Middle Home Address: Street Number City Street Name Apt. # State Zip Code Home Phone Number: Parent’s Signature: Date: Student’s Signature: Date: Common Application Deadline: January 15, 2015 Page 8 of 11 Part XI. Rules of the University Interscholastic League as it Pertains to Athletics As outlined in section 440 (B)(2)(B) of the University of Interscholastic League Constitution and Contest Rules: Students are eligible in athletics the first year they have the opportunity to transfer to a Magnet School Program. If a student leaves the Magnet School Program and returns his/her home school, the student is not eligible for varsity athletic competitions for at least one year from the date of enrollment in the home school. By signing below, we hereby acknowledge that we understand and agree to support and adhere to the rules and regulation now in existence, and to those that may be established in the future. Parent’s Signature Date ___________ Student’s Signature Date ___________ Part XII. Acknowledgement of Application By signing below, we hereby acknowledge that the student listed above is applying for admission to a Magnet School Program offered at EPISD, and that we have read all portions of this application packet. Additionally we will complete all other forms that may be required by the program of our choice. Parent’s Signature Date ___________ Student’s Signature Date ___________ The El Paso Independent School District does not discriminate in its educational programs or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Inquiries concerning the application of Title VI, VII, IX, and Section 504 may be referred to the District compliance officer, Patricia Cortez, at 230-2033; 504 inquiries regarding students may be referred to Cecilia Whiteman at 230-2836. El Distrito Escolar Independiente de El Paso no discrimina en los programas de educación o en prácticas de empleo usando el criterio de raza, color, religión, sexo, origen nacional, edad, incapacidad, estado militar, u otra práctica prohibida por la ley. Preguntas acerca de la aplicación del título VI, VII o IX, y la Sección 504 pueden ser referidas al oficial del distrito, Patricia Cortez al 230-2033; preguntas sobre 504 tocante a estudiantes pueden ser referidas a Cecilia Whiteman al 230-2836. Common Application Deadline: January 15, 2015 Page 9 of 11 TEACHER RECOMMENDATION FORM FOR INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS ACADEMY, INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE PROGRAMME, and/or DUAL LANGUAGE MAGNET APPLICANTS ONLY: Two confidential teacher endorsements are required. This form may be copied and provided to current year teachers (Math and/or English only). Each form must be submitted (1) electronically by each teacher, or (2) in an individually sealed envelope with each teacher’s signature across the seals to the Magnet Program Coordinator(s). Directions to Student: 1. Complete the information below. Please PRINT LEGIBLY. 2. Provide this form and a stamped envelope to the Math or English teacher you indicate below. Student Name: Last First Student ID: Middle Current School: The International Business Academy at Bowie High School Then International Baccalaureate Programme at Coronado High School The Dual Language Magnet at El Paso High School Student Applying for: Teacher: Content Area: Math English Directions to Teacher: 1. Please select which indicator best describes this student’s personal and academic qualities. NO BASIS FOR JUDGMENT BELOW AVERAGE AVERAGE ABOVE AVERAGE EXCELLENT (TOP 10%) OUTSTANDING (TOP 5%) Leadership qualities Attendance Sense of humor Reaction to setbacks Respect accorded by faculty Ability to succeed in a rigorous academic program Analytical skills Study skills Common Application Deadline: January 15, 2015 Page 10 of 11 2. On a scale of 1-9, please mark the number above the phrase that most nearly represents this student’s typical degree of behavior/attitude. 1 Ease of learning Relation of achievement to ability 1 Initiative & enthusiasm in school work 3 2 3 2 3 1 2 3 needs frequent motivation 2 3 1 3 6 7 4 5 6 achievement is inconsistent 4 5 6 adequate ability and skills 4 5 6 5 9 No basis for learns quickly 7 8 judgment 9 works steadily up to ability 7 8 7 8 7 8 judgment No basis for judgment 9 exceptional ability and use of skills 6 No basis for 9 exceptional ability and use of skills adequate ability and skills 4 8 No basis for judgment 9 prepares ordinary assignments of seeks additional tasks, is intellectually No basis for own accord curious judgment 4 5 6 7 8 9 upon occasion, shows originality in displays highly developed creative No basis for some fields power judgment 4 5 6 7 8 9 shows little initiative in seeking new appears fairly well-informed in some is widely read & exceptionally well- No basis for information areas informed judgment 1 Reliability & integrity 2 5 learns with reasonable application has difficulty, lacks basic skills seems prosaic and unimaginative Breadth of general reading & information 4 has difficulty, lacks basic skills 1 Originality & imagination 2 achievement is far below ability 1 Oral expression 3 learns only with much application 1 Written expression 2 2 3 is undependable, makes excuses 4 5 6 usually fulfills obligations 7 8 9 is scrupulous & punctual in fulfilling No basis for obligations judgment 3. Please provide any comments that might help us determine if this student has the potential to succeed in the rigorous collegepreparatory Magnet School Program. We are interested in the academically strong and highly motivated student. Your evaluation is confidential. 4. Please check ONE: Printed Name 5. HIGHLY recommend Recommend Signature Do NOT recommend Date If this student is applying to more than one Magnet School Program, please make copies of this completed Teacher Recommendation Form and email or mail to the program(s) listed below to which student is applying. IMPORTANT: If mailing this document, please seal in the envelope(s) provided and sign across the seal(s). • International Business Academy at Bowie High School: 801 S. San Marcial 79905, attention VICTOR MARTEL (vmmarte1@episd.org) • International Baccalaureate Programme at Coronado High School: 100 Champions Place 79912, attention NANCY RIVERA (nmhoover@episd.org) • Dual Language Magnet at El Paso High School: 800 E. Schuster Ave. 79902, attention CECILIA PHILLIPS (cyphilli@episd.org) Thank you for taking the time to complete this form. Your opinions are valued. Common Application Deadline: January 15, 2015 Page 11 of 11
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