2023-24 Choice School Application

Students interested in the Triple-A experience (academics, arts, and athletics) at one of the choice school options in DeSoto ISD must complete this application. Applications will be reviewed and selected by lottery or qualifications based on the campus type. This application does not mean your student is enrolled for the 2023-24 school year. Student enrollment must be done through the online enrollment process.

IMPORTANT: Before applying, please note that you will need the following:
- Currently enrolled DeSoto ISD students: Student ID
- Students applying from outside the district: Copies of your Fall 2022 report card, disciplinary report, attendance record, and special program paperwork.
- Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Applicants: MAP Scores (or an alternative assessment), STAAR Scores, and Current Teacher's Email
- Ruby Young Personalized STEAM Academy applicants: Letter of recommendation from a recent administrator or teacher familiar with your student.
- Early College High School applicants: Your scholar will be required to respond to 4 questions and sign agreements.
If you do not currently have the required documents, please wait to submit an application until you have the required documents. If you are unable to upload documents, you may provide them to the choice campus(es) to which you are applying. Your child's application will not be considered until all documents are received.

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Parent/Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Parent/Guardian Email*
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Student's Name*

First NameLast Name
Is your student between the ages of 3 to 18?
Student's Birth Date*

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Was your student born in the United States?*
What is your child's primary language spoken at home?*
Student's Ethnicity*
This information is requested in accordance with the Public Education Information System and federal regulations
Student's Race*
This information is requested in accordance with the Public Education Information System and federal regulations
If eligible, will you be requesting transportation? *
Has your student attended school for 3 full academic years?*
Is your student eligible for the free or reduced lunch program based on household income?*
Is your student currently enrolled in a DeSoto ISD school?*

Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy Application Requirements

Please provide the following to the campus or upload here:
- Current Teacher Email Address (for Teacher Survey)
- 2022 STAAR Test results
- NWEA Map Test Family Profile (MOY, unless the district only tests twice a year).
MAP Reading Winter RIT Score*
Note: If your child did not take a MAP test, enter the name of an alternative assessment your child took.
MAP Math Winter RIT Score*
Note: If your child did not take a MAP test, enter the name of an alternative assessment your child took.
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy Additional Required Documents

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Ruby Young Personalized STEAM Academy Application Requirements

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.
Upload a Letter of recommendation from the administration or teacher of the student (experience with the student must be from within the past year)*

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If you were referred to the Ruby Young Personalized STEAM Academy, please provide the first and last name of the person that referred you.*
I understand that at Ruby Young Personalized STEAM Academy, my student will be expected to adhere to the following:*

Be in attendance 90% of school daysMaintain passing grades with no more than 2 failed classes for consecutive grading periodsMaintain positive behavior without multiple behavior infractions as determined by the campus administration.
Woodridge Fine Arts Academy Application Requirements
Has your student been involved in any outside fine arts activities?*
To what degree has your student been formally trained in an area of fine arts?*
Please list the activities and names of the groups in which your student has been involved.*
Please select the areas of interest for your student (Select all that apply).*

ChoirDanceStringsInstrumental MusicDramaVisual Arts
West Middle School Male Leadership Academy Application Requirements
Please list any outside community service initiatives in which your student has been involved.*

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What is your student's primary career interest? *
Has your student had any experience in engineering or engineering clubs/courses?*
To what degree has your student shown leadership promise?*
Please describe any areas of leadership where you have seen promise. *

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Did your student pass their most recent STAAR Reading test? *
Did your student pass their most recent STAAR Math test? *
DeSoto Early College High School Application Requirements
Will your student be a first generation college student?*
Please have your scholar respond to the following questions.
ECHS is an innovative school where scholars must lead and create the culture of the school. What characteristics do you have that can contribute to this environment?*

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An Early College High School requires sacrifice, VERY rigorous coursework, and commitment to excel as a high school and college student. Explain why you feel that you are prepared to handle this type of educational experience.*

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By the age of 25, what do you hope to have accomplished?*

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All ECHS scholars are required to be involved in community service and/or clubs and organizations. What community service, clubs, and/or organizations will you lead and be involved in at ECHS?*

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Parent Agreement of Understanding
- 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 TSI 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 TSI ELAR and TSI Math 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 Dalla 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 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.
Parent/Guardian Signature: I have read the Parent Agreement of Understanding and recognize that my signature indicates my acknowledgement, understanding, and commitment to the expectations.*

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What support do you feel your scholar may need in order to be successful in the ECHS setting?*
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 TSI ELAR 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 TSI ELAR and TSI Math 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 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.
Scholar Signature: I have read the Scholar Agreement of Understanding and recognize that my signature indicates my acknowledgement, understanding, and commitment to the expectations.*

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Parent/Guardian Employee ID*
Parent/Guardian Employee Email*
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I understand that my signature below indicates all information provided is true and accurate and that I understand and agree with the following statements:
- I understand that submitting an application does not mean my student is guaranteed acceptance to a choice school.
- I understand that my student's academics, behavior, and attendance will be considered in their acceptance by some schools.
- I understand that I will still need to complete the enrollment process for my student for the 2023-24 school year.
- I understand that each choice program has a designated capacity and is limited in the number of students it can accept.
- I understand that the application decision is final and may not be appealed.
- I understand that acceptance to a choice school is a privilege and failure to maintain the individual school requirements may result in revocation of participation.
- I understand that my student must comply with the DeSoto ISD Student Code of Conduct to continue at a choice campus.
- I understand that a parent/guardian's role is to support the choice school teachers and leaders and engage in my student's education.
Parent/Guardian Signature:*

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ACADEMICS AND BEHAVIOR

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