Academy Objectives To provide students of Northwest ISD

Academy Objectives � To provide students of Northwest ISD expanded opportunities to enhance and accelerate their education through dual credit college coursework. (Students can earn up to 60 college hours or an Associate’s degree from North Central Texas College (NCTC) by the date of high school graduation) � Allow students the opportunity experience the rigor of the college-level learning environment while receiving support from Steele advisors, whose focus is to facilitate a successful college experience.

Become a COLLEGE STUDENT as a FRESHMAN IN HIGH SCHOOL

What is Dual Credit? � College level courses that also meet high school requirements � With a passing grade, the student can receive college credit and meet high school course requirements at the same time � Courses can be taken at any NCTC campus, online or as a scheduled class at SAHS � Core or “basic” college transferable classes � NCTC has been participating in dual credit with Northwest ISD since the early 1990’s

College-like Environment

The Benefits of Dual Credit � High school students gain insight into the college level learning environment ◦ Dual credit students are 2. 2 times more likely to enroll in a two- or four-year college � Smoother transition into college ◦ Dual credit students are 2. 0 times more likely to return for a second year of college � Head start on basic/core college classes (while meeting high school requirements) ◦ Dual Credit students are 1. 7 times more likely to complete a college degree Struhl and Vargas, Jobs for the Future, October 2012

The Estimated Costs of Continuing Education Dual Credit $87 per credit hour (+$50 overload fee) � $5220 for 60 hours � Tuition is waived for free/reduced lunch students (waivers are not guaranteed) � Textbooks, supplies are not included � Fees are minimal � College/University Tuition and Fees � TAMU-$18, 100 for 60 hours � UNT-$18, 800 for 60 hours � UT-$19, 580 for 60 hours � Textbooks, supplies, room and board not included www. collegefortexans. com

Steele AHS Alumni: Grant Hase Dual Credit Option Fall 2011 - Dec. 2012 Graduated from Steele with 32 college credits Will graduate with a bachelor’s degree in supply chain from Texas A&M in May 2015

Steele AHS Alumni: Ahnaf Alam Dual Credit Option Graduated from Steele with 18 college credits � � Years at Steele: 2 Activities: Community Service Goal: Transfer to a 4 -year University and become a surgeon Attending: Baylor *Graduated in 3 years *Scholarships

Steele AHS Alumni: Caitlynn Boles Dual Credit Option Graduated from Steele with 15 college credits Years at Steele: 2 � Goal: Transfer to TCC for the Nursing Program �

Steele AHS Alumni: Karena Griffith Dual Credit Option Graduated from Steele with 18 college credits Years at Steele: 2 � Activities: Bible Club � Goal: Transfer to TCC for the Nursing Program � *Graduated in 3 years

Steele AHS Alumni: Grant Gwin Dual Credit Option Graduated from Steele with 12 college credits Years at Steele: 2 � Activities: Ping Pong Club � Attending: UNT �

Steele AHS Alumni: Heather Mason Dual Credit Option Graduated from Steele with 15 college credits Years at Steele: 2 � Activities: D&D Club � Goal: Transfer to a 4 -year University and major in education � *Graduated in 3 years

Steele AHS Alumni: Emily Titus Dual Credit Option Graduated from Steele with 9 college credits Years at Steele: 1 � Goal: Complete college while serving in the Coast Guard and become a police officer � Attending: Coast Guard � *Scholarship

Steele AHS Alumni: Khadijah Young Dual Credit Option Graduated from Steele with 12 college credits Years at Steele: 2 � Activities: EXCEL � Goal: Transfer to a 4 -year University and become a corporate lawyer � *Graduated in 3 years

Steele AHS Alumni: Rachel Schnitzer Dual Credit Option Graduated from Steele with 21 college credits Years at Steele: 2 � Activities: EXCEL Historian and D&D Club � Goal: Transfer to a 4 -year University � Attending: UNT � *Graduated in 3 years

Amy Whitehorn Dual Credit Option Cosmetology Academy College Credits: 12 � Grade: 12 th � Years at Steele: 2 � Goal: Transfer to a 4 -year University �

Richard Duque Dual Credit Option Cosmetology Academy College Credits: 6 � Grade: 11 th � Years at Steele: 2 � Activities: EXCEL � Goal: Transfer to a 4 -year University and major in music �

Savannah Clark Dual Credit Option College Credits: 12 � Grade: 12 th � Years at Steele: 1 � Activities: Bible Club � Goal: Transfer to a 4 year University and major in business �

Peyton Elliott Dual Credit Option College Credits: 27 � Grade: 12 th � Years at Steele: 2 � Activities: EXCEL President, Running Club, Yoga Club, Sewing Club � Goal: Transfer to a 4 -year University and become an adolescent psychiatrist �

The NISD Collegiate Academy at Steele AHS • Dual credit coursework for qualifying students beginning in 9 th grade • "Face to face" instructional delivery for grades 9 and 10 with adjunct availability • Honors Collegiate coursework for qualifying students in grades 11 and 12 • "Face to face" or campus-based facilitated online instructional delivery for grades 11 and 12 • College coaching provided by NCTC coordinator and Academy facilitator • Required advisory period beginning in grade 9 • Individualized safety nets provided for each student

Understanding Collegiate Academy Requirements Ø GPA Requirement 3. 0 This means you will have all A’s and B’s in your high school courses. If your GPA does not meet this requirement, you will not be accepted into the Collegiate Academy. Ø Ø Ø Collegiate Academy students must have credit for Algebra I A & B before the beginning of their freshman year. Must maintain A’s & B’s in college classes. Must maintain a 3. 5 GPA to qualify to take more than 2 dual credit classes junior and senior year. Ø TSI Assessment scores of 351 or higher The TSI Assessment is a college readiness test. NCTC, our partner in Dual Credit, requires this test (or equivalent scores) for all incoming students. * The test has three parts: Math, Reading, and Writing includes multiple choice and an essay. * The test is on a computer. * You can start taking the TSI test this summer.

Honors Designation A Collegiate Academy Honors student will- Engage in meaningful research and inquiry � Have the opportunity to grow as a student and scholar � Acquire prerequisites needed for acceptance into university honors programs � Requirements- 3. 5 overall high school GPA � TSI Assessment score of 351 or higher on all portions � Cumulative 3. 0 GPA on all college coursework � Expectations- In-depth research projects presented to NCTC students, faculty, and staff on the college campus for each course.

By completing the common core through the Collegiate Academy and NCTC, students would have guaranteed admissions to: University of North Texas, Austin College, Midwestern State University, Texas Women’s University, and UTA Honors Program

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MISSION: James M. Steele Accelerated High School prepares every student for life by • collaborating, • building relationships, and • offering unique and challenging opportunities that empower students to choose their own future.