Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy Application Requirements

(Accepting Applications for Grades K-8)  

• 80% Cumulative GPA (ELAR, Math, Science, Social Studies)
• All applicants (with the exception of students entering Kinder that did not attend Pre-K) will be required to submit required documentation
• Teacher Survey, Report Cards, STAAR Test, NWEA Map Test Scores, Behavior Report there will be a required family interview and writing assessment.  

Application Window Opens: November 4, 2023- January 19, 2024

School Visits:  Tuesdays/Fridays (Shadow days-Students can visit the campus and attend as if they are a student in grades 5-8th for the entire day.  No more than two shadows per grade level each week), Appointments will be required.

Any questions feel free to email us at KJTMAAdmissions@desotoisd.org

Follow up Application Requirements. The campus designee will reach out within the next two weeks. 

 

Ruby Young Personalized STEAM Academy Application Requirements

(Accepting Applications for Grades K-8)

• Students not going below 92% in attendance
• Not receiving multiple severe behavior problems as determined by the campus administration
• Not failing more than 2 classes for consecutive grading periods

Application Window Opens: November 4, 2023- January 19, 2024

Once all information is received, your student's application will be reviewed and a determination will be made if the student and family will advance to the interview round.

After the interview with the administration, a determination will be made if your student and family will move to the interview process of the application.

Seats will be awarded based upon approval of the application as well as available seats as determined by the admission committee.

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School Demerit System Here

Woodridge Fine Arts Academy Application Requirements

(Accepting Applications for Grade K-4 only)

West Middle School Male Leadership Academy Application Requirements

(Accepting Applications for Grades 6-7)

DeSoto Early College High School

(Accepting Applications for 9th grade only)

ECHS application will open November 4th - January 19, 2024

DeSoto Early College High School’s primary focus is on providing students from underrepresented backgrounds (i.e. at-risk, low income and/or first-generation college attendees) the opportunity to earn up to 60+ college credits free of charge while attending high school. As a designated Early College High School we must target students from underrepresented backgrounds; however, we encourage students of all backgrounds to apply.

Early College High School scholars must meet the criteria listed below:

1. The student must have a desire to be a part of the ECHS program and be able to explain this in a written essay following specific guidelines.
2. The student’s parent and/or guardian must want their child to be part of the program.
3. Both the parent/guardian must agree to abide by the standards of academic and behavioral expectations of ECHS.
4. Both the parent and student must agree to comply with all the policies of the program including the Electronic Information resource agreement for issued devices.
5. Both parent and student must agree that the ultimate goal is to graduate from DeSoto Early College High School with college credits as planned.
6. The applicant and parent/guardian must schedule an interview at 972-230-0726(ext. 1700) or email: jocelyn.starling@desotoisd.org.
   If you have additional questions, contact jocelyn.starling@desotoisd.org.

Note: In accordance with the Texas Education Agency rules for ECHS Blueprint Benchmark 1, academics, discipline, state assessments and/or teacher recommendations cannot be considered in the selection process

Please have your scholar respond to the following questions.

Parent Compact Agreement of Understanding & Support

• I understand that the Dallas College Associate Degree Plan guides the early college course pathway and have helped my student research the transferability of the Texas Core Curriculum to the college and/or University of my scholar’s choice.
• I understand that my student will enroll in many Advanced and college classes. We do not offer a modified curriculum.
• I agree to support and make every effort to make sure my child is at school and on time every day possible.
• I understand satisfactory progress, demonstrated self-discipline and regular attendance are mandatory for continued enrollment at Early College High School.
• I will monitor my child’s high school grades on TEAMS, but because Dallas College grades are not available for parents; I will require that my child show me his/her grades on Blackboard.
• I will encourage and expect academic success, attendance, and behavioral standards from my child.
• I understand that an inability to be promoted to the next grade level, excessive absences, Dallas College course drops, a Dallas College GPA that falls below 2.0 and serious or persistent misconduct could result in removal from ECHS.
• I understand that my student must pass TSIA2 ELAR by the end of their sophomore year in order to remain an ECHS student, if my student is unable to do so they will be required to attend their comprehensive classes.
• I understand that my child must pass both ELAR TSIA2 and Math TSIA2 to graduate with an associate degree. I will encourage my child to not give up when they feel overwhelmed by the study load.
• I understand that the Early College High School will operate on both the DeISD calendar and the Dallas College calendar.
• I understand that my child must devote a minimum of two hours each evening to homework and studying.
• I understand my child will be afforded an opportunity to complete the DeISD and Dallas County College requirements to earn both a high school diploma and a two-year associate’s degree or transferable credits.
• I will make sure my child attends the summer bridge program, and I understand that any absences during this program may delay college registration.
• I understand my child must follow all rules and regulations established by the handbooks of DeISD, Dallas College, and the ECHS. I understand that if needed
• I will submit my student’s 504 or IEP plan to the Dallas College accessibility office if accommodations are needed in a Dallas College classroom.
• I understand that my child must pass both ELAR TSIA2 and Math TSIA2; and graduate the Dallas College graduation plan with passing grades to graduate with an associate degree or up to 60 hours of college credit.
• I understand my child is applying for an accelerated program and will enroll in all advanced courses if accepted to a Collegiate Academy. I can expect my child to have homework daily.
• I will ensure my child arrives at school on time and remains until dismissal from school, daily.
• I will ensure my child attends mandatory tutoring when required by teachers and/or administrators. 
•  I will participate in the education of my child and attend parent conferences when requested.  
• I understand that if my student is accepted to Collegiate Academy, we will be required to attend a Parent/Student Orientation together and my student must attend a two-week Summer Program.  
• I agree to follow the high school and associate degree expectations of the ECHS counselor and will work with the school to determine the best course pathway for the scholar. In the case that my child deviates from the course plan, my child may not graduate with a HS diploma or associate degree.

Scholar Agreement of Understanding:

• I believe I am able to complete the Associate’s Degree plan offered at the Early College High School and have researched the transferability of the Texas Core Curriculum to the college and/or university of my choice.
• I understand that this program offers an advanced and accelerated course pathway and that many of my courses are taught at the Advanced and college levels. We do not offer a modified curriculum.
• I understand that ECHS is a small learning community looking for mature students who will lead and contribute to building the collegiate culture of the school.
• I will maintain high academic, attendance, and behavior standards and understand that the inability to be promoted to the next grade level, excessive absences, Dallas College course drops, a Dallas College GPA that falls below 2.0, and serious or persistent misconduct could result in removal from ECHS.
• I understand that I must pass the ELAR TSIA2 by the end of my sophomore year in order to remain an ECHS student, if I am unable to do so I will be required to attend my regular comprehensive classes.
• I understand that I must pass both ELAR TSIA2 and Math TSIA2 to graduate with an associate degree. I agree to maintain academic integrity by not cheating, plagiarizing, or using anyone else’s work as my own.
• I understand I must turn in all assignments on time and monitor grades and attendance.
• I understand that college courses are graded differently than high school courses and will read the course syllabus.
• I understand that I will need to update my parent(s) on my college grades.
• I understand that I will have access to tutorials and study labs, but I may be subject to mandatory tutorials if class grades or exam scores show the need for improvement.
• I understand I am to attend an orientation with my parent or guardian.
• I will exhibit the following character traits: trustworthiness, respect, fairness, honesty, caring, and citizenship.
• I understand that the Dallas College/DeISD Early College High School will operate on both the DeSID calendar and the Dallas College calendar.
• I understand that I must devote a minimum of two hours each evening to homework and studying.
• I understand that I will be afforded an opportunity to complete the DeISD and Dallas College requirements to earn both a high school diploma and a two-year associate’s degree or transferable credits.
• I agree to attend a summer bridge program and understand that any absences during this program could result in a delay in college registration.
• I agree to handle the freedom and scheduling of a college setting, understanding that my presence on the college campus is a privilege, not a right.
• I understand I must follow all rules and regulations established by the handbooks of DeISD, Dallas College, and ECHS.
• I understand that if needed I will submit my 504 or IEP plan to the Dallas College accessibility office if accommodations are needed in a Dallas College classroom.
• I agree to attend a summer bridge program in June
• I will communicate with the school any problems that could affect my child’s performance or behavior.  
• I will support the school and district code of conduct by ensuring that my child is in dress code and wearing their student ID badge. I will also ensure that my child comes prepared with school materials daily (binder, paper, pens, pencils, backpack, etc.)
• I understand that if my student does not meet all the requirements of the Collegiate Academy, he/she will be placed on probation. I understand that failure to meet expectations during the probationary period will result in my student's dismissal from the program.
• I agree to follow the high school and associate degree expectations of the ECHS counselor and will work with the school to determine the best course pathway for me. In the case that I deviate from the course plan, I may not graduate with an HS diploma or associate degree.

PTECH Application 

(Accepting Applications for 9th grade only)

P-TECH application will open November 4th - January 19, 2024

 

Interested applicants should have a strong work ethic and the commitment to complete one of the pathways offered by the DeSoto High School P-TECH Program

• Patient Care Technician
• Automotive

The criteria for selecting students for admission into DeSoto High School P-TECH Program are as follows:

• The applicant must meet the requirements for promotion from 8th grade to 9th grade.
• The applicant must have completed all sections of the application for admission.
• The applicant and parent/guardian must schedule an interview at 972-230-0726(ext. 1700) or email: jocelyn.starling@desotoisd.org.
• If you have additional questions, contact jocelyn.starling@desotoisd.org.

PTECH’s primary focus is on providing students from underrepresented backgrounds (i.e. at-risk, low income and/or first-generation college attendees) the opportunity to earn up to 60 college credits free of charge while attending high school. As a designated P-TECH we must target students from underrepresented backgrounds; however, we encourage students of all backgrounds to apply.

1. The student must have a desire to be a part of the PTECH program and be able to explain this in a written essay following specific guidelines.
2. The student’s parent and/or guardian must want their child to be part of the program.
3. Both the parent/guardian must agree to abide by the standards of academic and behavioral expectations of PTECH.
4. Both the parent and student must agree to comply with all the policies of the program including the Electronic Information resource agreement for issued devices.
5. Both parent and student must agree that the ultimate goal is to graduate from DeSoto PTECH with college credits as planned.

Note: In accordance with the Texas Education Agency rules for PTECH Blueprint Benchmark 1, academics, discipline, state assessments and/or teacher recommendations cannot be considered in the selection process.

DeSoto PTECH does not discriminate on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, transgender, disability, race, color, age or national origin as required by Title IX, Section 504 and Title VI.

DeSoto ISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, or disability in providing education services, activities, and programs, including vocational programs, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972; section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. Educational opportunities are offered by the Dallas County Community College District without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or gender expression.

Please have your scholar respond to the following questions.

Parent Compact Agreement of Understanding & Support

• I understand that the College Associate Degree Plan guides the early college course pathway and have helped my student research the transferability of the Texas Core Curriculum to the college and/or University of my scholar’s choice.
• I understand that my student will enroll in many Advanced and college classes. We do not offer a modified curriculum.
• I agree to support and make every effort to make sure my child is at school and on time every day possible.
• I understand satisfactory progress, demonstrated self-discipline and regular attendance are mandatory for continued enrollment at DeSoto PTECH High School.
• I will monitor my child’s high school grades on TEAMS, but because college grades are not available for parents; I will require that my child show me his/her grades on Blackboard.
• I will encourage and expect academic success, attendance, and behavioral standards from my child.
• I understand that an inability to be promoted to the next grade level, excessive absences, college course drops, a college GPA that falls below 2.0 and serious or persistent misconduct could result in removal from PTECH.
• I understand that my student must pass TSIA2 ELAR by the end of their sophomore year in order to remain a PTECH student, if my student is unable to do so they will be required to attend their comprehensive classes.
• I understand that my child must pass both ELAR TSIA2 and Math TSIA2 to graduate with an associate degree. I will encourage my child to not give up when they feel overwhelmed by the study load.
• I understand that the PTECH High School will operate on both the DeISD calendar and the college calendar.
• I understand that my child must devote a minimum of two hours each evening to homework and studying.
• I understand my child will be afforded an opportunity to complete the DeISD and college requirements to earn both a high school diploma and a two-year associate’s degree or transferable credits.
• I will make sure my child attends the summer bridge program, and I understand that any absences during this program may delay college registration.
• I understand my child must follow all rules and regulations established by the handbooks of DeISD, the college, and the PTECH. I understand that if needed
• I will submit my student’s 504 or IEP plan to the college accessibility office if accommodations are needed in a college classroom.
• I understand that my child must pass both ELAR TSIA2 and Math TSIA2; and graduate the college graduation plan with passing grades to graduate with an associate degree or up to 60 hours of college credit.
• I understand my child is applying for an accelerated program and will enroll in all advanced courses if accepted to a Collegiate Academy. I can expect my child to have homework daily.
• I will ensure my child arrives at school on time and remains until dismissal from school, daily.
• I will ensure my child attends mandatory tutoring when required by teachers and/or administrators. 
•  I will participate in the education of my child and attend parent conferences when requested.  
• I understand that if my student is accepted to Collegiate Academy, we will be required to attend a Parent/Student Orientation together and my student must attend a two-week Summer Program.  
• I agree to follow the high school and associate degree expectations of the PTECH counselor and will work with the school to determine the best course pathway for the scholar. In the case that my child deviates from the course plan, my child may not graduate with a HS diploma or associate degree.

Scholar Agreement of Understanding:

• I believe I am able to complete the Associate’s Degree plan offered at the DeSoto PTECH High School and have researched the transferability of the Texas Core Curriculum to the college and/or university of my choice.
• I understand that this program offers an advanced and accelerated course pathway and that many of my courses are taught at the Advanced and college levels. We do not offer a modified curriculum.
• I understand that PTECH is a small learning community looking for mature students who will lead and contribute to building the collegiate culture of the school.
• I will maintain high academic, attendance, and behavior standards and understand that the inability to be promoted to the next grade level, excessive absences, Dallas College course drops, a college GPA that falls below 2.0, and serious or persistent misconduct could result in removal from PTECH.
• I understand that I must pass the ELAR TSIA2 by the end of my sophomore year in order to remain a PTECH student, if I am unable to do so I will be required to attend my regular comprehensive classes.
• I understand that I must pass both ELAR TSIA2 and Math TSIA2 to graduate with an associate degree. I agree to maintain academic integrity by not cheating, plagiarizing, or using anyone else’s work as my own.
• I understand I must turn in all assignments on time and monitor grades and attendance.
• I understand that college courses are graded differently than high school courses and will read the course syllabus.
• I understand that I will need to update my parent(s) on my college grades.
• I understand that I will have access to tutorials and study labs, but I may be subject to mandatory tutorials if class grades or exam scores show the need for improvement.
• I understand I am to attend an orientation with my parent or guardian.
• I will exhibit the following character traits: trustworthiness, respect, fairness, honesty, caring, and citizenship.
• I understand that the college/DeISD PTECH will operate on both the DeSID calendar and the college calendar.
• I understand that I must devote a minimum of two hours each evening to homework and studying.
• I understand that I will be afforded an opportunity to complete the DeISD and college requirements to earn both a high school diploma and a two-year associate’s degree or transferable credits.
• I agree to attend a summer bridge program and understand that any absences during this program could result in a delay in college registration.
• I agree to handle the freedom and scheduling of a college setting, understanding that my presence on the college campus is a privilege, not a right.
• I understand I must follow all rules and regulations established by the handbooks of DeISD, the college, and PTECH.
• I understand that if needed I will submit my 504 or IEP plan to the college accessibility office if accommodations are needed in a college classroom.
• I agree to attend a summer bridge program in June
• I will communicate with the school any problems that could affect my child’s performance or behavior.  
• I will support the school and district code of conduct by ensuring that my child is in dress code and wearing their student ID badge. I will also ensure that my child comes prepared with school materials daily (binder, paper, pens, pencils, backpack, etc.)
• I understand that if my student does not meet all the requirements of the Collegiate Academy, he/she will be placed on probation. I understand that failure to meet expectations during the probationary period will result in my student's dismissal from the program.
• I agree to follow the high school and associate degree expectations of the PTECH counselor and will work with the school to determine the best course pathway for me. In the case that I deviate from the course plan, I may not graduate with an HS diploma or associate degree.

ACADEMICS AND BEHAVIOR

This section will allow us to better understand your student's academic and behavioral needs.