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Robert Vela Early College High School. 11 th and 12 th Grade Parent Meeting October 19, 2017. Agenda. Welcome Introduction of Staff and Guest Speakers Early College High School Academic Information TSI/PSAT/Pre-ACT and Tutorials South Texas College and JagNet Demonstration
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Robert Vela Early College High School 11th and 12th Grade Parent Meeting October 19, 2017
Agenda Welcome Introduction of Staff and Guest Speakers Early College High School Academic Information TSI/PSAT/Pre-ACT and Tutorials South Texas College and JagNet Demonstration High School Crosswalk & Summer 2019 Programs
Agenda Break Out Session – Juniors In Cafeteria Break Out Session – Seniors In Library
Welcome! • Introductions • Dr. J. Mendoza-Culbertson, ECHS Director • Mrs. M. Ruelas, ECHS Counselor • Mrs. M. Cavazos, ECHS Counselor • Mr. J. Chavez, Financial Aid Officer • Mr. T. De La Cruz, South Texas College
ECHS Program Overview • Early College High Schools (ECHS) are a blend of the traditional high school and college into one educational program. • Only HS designated by the Texas Education Agency can be called ECHS.
Early College HS • Students in Early College High Schools take a rigorous curriculum of Pre-AP, AP, and Dual Enrollment high school courses to prepare them for a FULL college curriculum beginning in the 9th grade and continuing thru 12th grade. • College Tuition and textbooks are completely free.
ECHS with STEM Focus Overview • STEM is similar to the ECHS • Academic focus is on STEM pathways
ECHS is a State Initiative • TEA requires a partner of higher education for each ECHS. • South Texas College • Early College High Schools are small. Only 125-175 students are admitted as freshmen each year.
GOALS RVHS Graduation Class of 2020 Class of 2019
Robert Vela T-STEM Early College High SchoolClass of 2019STEM FocusInaugural Graduation Class
SAT UTRGV Concurrent Enrollment AP Program PSAT ACT PAP Courses STC Dual Enrollment Program
11th Grade - What can I do during this fall, spring and summer semester to help meet my goals?
12th Grade - If you are going for 2-year or 4-Year college route…
What can I do during this fall, spring and summer semesters to meet my goals?
ECISD College Night September 29th 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Location: TBD Over 50 in-state and out-of-state colleges and universities will be present
South Texas College and JagNet DemonstrationMr. Antonio De La CruzSouth Texas College
High School Crosswalk and Summer 2019 ProgramsMs. M. Cavazos ECHS Counselor
STC Summer 2019 Programs – Summer Session I (June 3 – July 3)
Future Endeavors • College Trips • Field Experiences • Distinguished Speaker Series • Other Great Activities!!
ECISD College Night September 29th 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Location: TBD Over 50 in-state and out-of-state colleges and universities will be present
Athletics RVHS SUPPORT AND STAFF Administration Financial Aid Officer Tutorial Facilitator Counselor Instructors Student Clubs and Organizations Fine Arts
Senior Student/ParentInformation(But Junior Parents Are Welcomed to Stay!)