LASSITER. DR. WRIGHT L. LASSITER, JR. EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL AT El Centro COLLEGE

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1 DR. WRIGHT L. LASSITER, JR. EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL AT El Centro COLLEGE Application Instructions for the School Year Applications Due 30 January 2015 Thank you for your interest in Lassiter Early College High School, a partnership of the Dallas Independent School District and El Centro College. Lassiter Early College High School s goal is to support students who are determined to succeed academically so that they can successfully begin college while they are still in high school. Lassiter students will earn a semester s high school credit every nine weeks, and are expected to begin college classes no later than tenth grade. Lassiter students goal should be to make progress earning college credits leading to an associate s degree or credits to transfer to a four-year college. Lassiter students have the freedom that comes with attending school on a college campus in downtown Dallas. This means that they are expected to act responsibly and display the maturity to interact with diverse groups of adults on a college campus at all times. Self-management and self-motivation are essential qualities of successful Lassiter students. The main indicator for success at Lassiter is a desire to attend the school and earn an Associate's Degree. Step 1: Application and Recommendations Application: All students interested in attending Lassiter Early College must complete the application form. Recommendations: Students must have three staff members from their current school complete the recommendation forms. Be sure to hand out the forms early enough for staff members to complete and return them by 30 January Teacher Recommendation Forms should be filled out by your two current teachers in English/Language Arts and Math. Counselor/Administrator Recommendation Form should include your discipline history. Current Transcript/Counselor s Working Document and Attendance Report: The transcript should show all the courses you have taken since sixth grade, courses you are currently taking, and your most recent normed reading and math scores (RediStep, Stanford, etc.) Return all completed forms to the Lassiter Early College Office on or before 12:00 noon. 30 January, It is advised that applications be returned as soon as possible. Step 2: Complete the Test of Adult Basic Education at El Centro College After turning in the completed application, the Lassiter Early College Office will give students a referral form with the date and time for testing. Students take the TABE test at the El Centro Assessment Center in the basement of Building A. This online test takes about 2 ½ hours. The Assessment Center will keep the results and send them to Lassiter Early College. The assessment must be completed by Saturday, 14 February. Step 3: Interview with Students and Parents After completing the application and taking the assessment, potential students will be scheduled for interviews. The interview looks at the student s commitment to working at the college level, motivation, independence, and responsibility. A meeting with Parents/guardians will discuss the degree of parent support for students beginning college classes in ninth grade and will address concerns they may have about the program. Interviews will begin 14 January 2015 based on all items on the checklist being submitted early. Step 4: Parent/Student Orientation Students who have received an acceptance letter are required to attend an orientation program, with a parent/guardian, and complete enrollment documents.

2 PLEASE PRINT Applying for Grade: Name Last First Middle Initial Male Female Current Middle School and District DISD or Current District Student ID Date of Birth (Month/Day/Year) Social Security Number Student Cell Phone Address Name of the person(s) you live with Relationship to the person(s) you live with How did you learn about Lassiter Early College Please check all that apply: African American Asian/Pacific Islander Hispanic White Other (Please specify) Student T-Shirt Size S M L XL XXL XXXL Free/Reduced Lunch Yes NO TO BE COMPLETED BY THE PARENT OR GUARDIAN Parent/Guardian Name Address City/State/Zip Code Home Phone Work Phone Cell Phone Address Alternate Primary Language Spoken at Home PLEASE MARK THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF EDUCATION THAT YOU/YOUR CHILD S OTHER GUARDIAN HAS ATTAINED. Mother Father Guardian No GED/Diploma No GED/Diploma No GED/Diploma GED/HS Diploma GED/HS Diploma GED/HS Diploma Some College Work Some College Work Some College Work Associate s Degree/Certificate Associate s Degree/Certificate Associate s Degree/Certificate Bachelor s Degree Bachelor s Degree Bachelor s Degree Master s Degree Master s Degree Master s Degree Ph.D. Ph.D. Ph.D.

3 We understand that enrollment at Lassiter Early College requires us to attend an orientation meeting and to complete all required enrollment and college registration documents. We are aware that Lassiter Early College classes are rigorous and move at a fast pace. We recognize that Lassiter Students are expected to demonstrate maturity and responsibility in accordance with Dallas ISD and El Centro College rules and the instructions of Lassiter Early College administrators and staff. We acknowledge that acceptance at Lassiter Early College involves a commitment to academic success and progress in college classes, and that students may be asked to leave Lassiter if they fail to demonstrate serious commitment in working towards an associate s degree. Parent Signature Date Student Signature Date

4 STUDENT RESPONSES: Please answer these questions in your own handwriting. You may write on additional paper if you need to. 1. Why do you want to attend Lassiter Early College? Is Lassiter your first choice? Why? 2. Please describe a relationship with a teacher or student that presented a challenge. What might this person say about you? How did you manage this challenge and how might you manage it differently today? 3. Describe what you believe to be the perfect high school where you can be most successful. 4. What is your academic strength? Your academic weakness? What have you done to deal with this weakness?

5 PARENT/GUARDIAN RESPONSES: As a parent/guardian you have special knowledge about your child. Please answer the following questions fully: 1. Why do you want your child to attend Lassiter Early College? 2. What do you see as your child s greatest strengths? THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED AND RETURNED TO THE LASSITER EARLY COLLEGE OFFICE BY 30 JANUARY 2015 REQUIRED ITEMS CHECKLIST: ALL ITEMS MUST BE COMPLETED BY 14 FEBRUARY 2015 Completed Application all sections four pages. Due on 30 January, Copy of Transcript including most recent report card, achievement tests, STAAR scores Three academic references: current English teacher, Math teacher, administrator/counselor Completion of Test of Adult Basic Education at El Centro College Assessment Center If applicable: Documentation of at-risk, Section 504, and/or Economic Disadvantage status; Copy of Individual Education Plan (IEP), to assure timely start of family services. HAND DELIVER COMPLETED APPLICATIONS on or before 30 JANUARY 2015 TO: Lassiter Early College High School Attn: Ms Linda Valdez 701 Elm Street R 104 Dallas, TX Phone: FAX: LValdez@dallasisd.org

6 AGREEMENT WITH STUDENTS AND PARENTS/GUARDIANS THE LASSITER EARLY COLLEGE STAFF WILL: Provide a safe and supportive environment for learning and personal growth. Provide curriculum and activities that will prepare students for high school graduation and early enrollment in college classes. Provide support services for learning and personal development with access to all of Dallas ISD s support programs. Expect quality work and excellent behavior. Assist students in developing an academic plan to successfully complete an associate s degree, transfer with earned college credit to a four-year college, or earn a vocational/technical certificate. Encourage students to take advantage of the services and to participate in the activities at El Centro College. Treat students and parents with respect. Follow all state laws and Dallas ISD and El Centro College policies in operating Lassiter Early College. AS A STUDENT, I WILL: Take school work seriously and do my very best academically, maintaining a minimum 2.0 GPA (75). Arrive in class on time and with the required books, assignments, and materials. Respect all students, teachers, and staff and the property of others. Attend all classes following Dallas ISD s and El Centro College s attendance policies. Obey all the school rules and regulations of Lassiter Early College, Dallas ISD, El Centro College, and the Dallas County Community College District. Use classroom time for active learning. Develop habits that will help me succeed in school. Ask for personal and academic help in any area that gives me difficulty. Get tutoring before my need for help becomes a crisis. Accept responsibility for my actions. Not use drugs or alcohol on or around the El Centro campus or at any Dallas ISD event. Not bring weapons, drugs, alcohol or other dangerous or harmful items or substances to the El Centro campus or to any Dallas ISD event. Student Signature Print Student s Name AS A PARENT/GUARDIAN I WILL Call or send a note to the Lassiter office when my child is ill or must miss class. Be sure to clear all absences within three days of being absent Provide a safe and supportive home environment. Have high expectations for my child s attendance and academic progress. Support my child s commitment to high school and college success. Read all information from school and respond quickly when necessary. Attend school activities including parent conferences when requested. Parent/Guardian Signature

7 EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMIC POLICY All students must be prepared to enroll in El Centro classes for dual/concurrent credit by the beginning of their sophomore year, Students must maintain a 2.8 college GPA to continue to enroll in El Centro classes and must demonstrate a positive effort to succeed in college classes or they may be placed on academic probation and returned to their home campus. Students will be placed on academic probation if they are absent from a minimum of 20 class periods or 5 days. Students will be placed on academic probation if dropped by an El Centro instructor from class after the three-week add/drop period at the beginning of the semester. Students will be placed on academic probation if a college instructor files a minimum deficiency report or if the students fail to turn in Lassiter Early College progress reports. Students will be placed on academic probation for withdrawing from an El Centro class without permission from the Lassiter principal and counselor. Students who fail an El Centro class will be required to retake the class and the equivalent high school class. Students will be placed on academic probation for a failing cycle report card grade in a Lassiter class. Students may be placed on academic or disciplinary probation for non-participation in their high school or college classes, excessive tardiness, or disruptive behavior in violation of school and college policies. Parents will be notified when a student is placed on academic or disciplinary probation and a conference with the parents and the student will be scheduled. Students placed on academic probation may be required to attend tutoring before or after school or on Saturdays. Students who fail to meet the conditions of their probation may be required to leave the program at the end of the semester. LASSITER EARLY COLLEGE TEXTBOOK POLICY Lassiter Early College will pay for required textbooks only. Lassiter Early College approval must be obtained for any optional texts or materials. Lassiter Early College will not pay for calculators or other personal supplies (pens, pencils, paper, and binders). Students who lose a high school or college textbook are responsible for replacing the textbook or reimbursing Lassiter Early College. Students who withdraw from an El Centro class after the bookstore s refund deadline must reimburse Lassiter Early College for the cost of the textbooks. LASSITER EARLY COLLEGE CONSENT Lassiter Early College offers students with college potential the opportunity to complete their high school requirements and earn college credit on the El Centro campus. Lassiter s philosophy is to empower students by giving them choices and treating them as young adults. Progress reports for high school classes are always available but college instructors do not provide the same academic updates through the semester. Students and parents must monitor student progress in their college classes. Students have a responsibility to seek help as soon as they feel they have a problem with any high school or college class. Many college classes earn both high school and college credit. Please realize that poor performance in a college class may jeopardize a student s high school graduation It is imperative that students communicate with their college instructors about progress in their classes. Lassiter Early College requires students to take responsibility for their own behavior, learning, and success. Lassiter Early College students agree to participate in their high school and college classes fully and seriously or return to their home campus. Student obligations include regular attendance and following through on their commitments. Students are encouraged to take advantage of the many opportunities offered at El Centro and will receive the support necessary for their success. Parent/Guardian signature Student signature Date

8 OFFICE: 701 ELM STREET MAIL: 801 MAIN STREET DALLAS, TX PHONE: FAX: CORE TEACHER RECOMMENDATION FORM Student s Name ID Number Year in School Recommending Teacher School Subject How long have you known this student? This Student is applying for Lassiter Early College. Students at Lassiter will be taking high school classes on an accelerated schedule that covers a semester s work every nine weeks. Students are expected to begin college classes for college credit by the start of 10 th grade. Your responses are valuable in helping Lassiter Early College staff identify which students will benefit from and succeed in the program I would recommend this student because he/she: has the ability to accomplish college-level work is mature and self-disciplined has the motivation and desire to go to college has a strong desire for an alternative high school experience Why do you believe this student could be a good candidate for Lassiter Early College? Please evaluate the student s current performance by circling one choice in each category: Attendance Excellent Good Fair Poor Classroom Attitude Excellent Good Fair Poor Class Work Excellent Good Fair Poor Potential for success in a college environment Excellent Good Fair Poor Comments use the back of the form if necessary: The Lassiter Early College staff appreciates your time and effort. If you have any questions or wish to speak with a Lassiter staff member, call Please return this form to the student in a sealed envelope or return it via inter-campus mail to Box 202.

9 OFFICE: 701 ELM STREET MAIL: 801 MAIN STREET DALLAS, TX PHONE: FAX: CORE TEACHER RECOMMENDATION FORM Student s Name ID Number Year in School Recommending Teacher School Subject How long have you known this student? This Student is applying for Lassiter Early College. Students at Lassiter will be taking high school classes on an accelerated schedule that covers a semester s work every nine weeks. Students are expected to begin college classes for college credit by the start of 10 th grade. Your responses are valuable in helping Lassiter Early College staff identify which students will benefit from and succeed in the program I would recommend this student because he/she: has the ability to accomplish college-level work is mature and self-disciplined has the motivation and desire to go to college has a strong desire for an alternative high school experience Why do you believe this student could be a good candidate for Lassiter Early College? Please evaluate the student s current performance by circling one choice in each category: Attendance Excellent Good Fair Poor Classroom Attitude Excellent Good Fair Poor Class Work Excellent Good Fair Poor Potential for success in a college environment Excellent Good Fair Poor Comments use the back of the form if necessary: The Lassiter Early College staff appreciates your time and effort. If you have any questions or wish to speak with a Lassiter staff member, call Please return this form to the student in a sealed envelope or return it via inter-campus mail to Box 202.

10 OFFICE: 701 ELM STREET MAIL: 801 MAIN STREET DALLAS, TX PHONE: FAX: COUNSELOR/ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION FORM Student s Name ID Number Year in School Recommending Teacher School Subject How long have you known this student? This Student is applying for Lassiter Early College. Students at Lassiter will be taking high school classes on an accelerated schedule that covers a semester s work every nine weeks. Students are expected to begin college classes for college credit by the start of 10 th grade. Your responses are valuable in helping Lassiter Early College staff identify which students will benefit from and succeed in the program I would recommend this student because he/she: has the ability to accomplish college-level work is mature and self-disciplined has the motivation and desire to go to college has a strong desire for an alternative high school experience How well do you know this student? Very well Fairly well Slightly Not at all Is this student eligible to receive Section 504 or special education services? Yes No Why do you believe this student would be a good candidate for Lassiter Early College? Please describe your knowledge of parent/guardian attitude and involvement: Please enclose a copy of the student s transcript, including current classes, along with a current attendance printout

11 OFFICE: 701 ELM STREET MAIL: 801 MAIN STREET DALLAS, TX PHONE: FAX: Please describe any behavior issues or significant incidents: Please describe any disciplinary action taken or attempts to solve the student s behavior issues: Please check any discipline issues that apply to this student: Excessive tardies Excessive absences (excused and unexcused) Disruptive in the classroom Disruptive at school functions Frequently sent to the AP s office Vandalism, including graffiti Smoking on campus Defiance of authority Leaving campus without authorization Fighting on campus or at school functions Failing to serve assigned detentions Harassment of any kind Has this student previously been suspended and/or expelled from your school or a previous high school? YES NO If so, why and when? If numerous offenses, list the most recent. Please add any other comments to clarify any of the above information or to help us accurately assess the student s qualifications: The Lassiter Early College staff appreciates your time and effort. If you have any questions or wish to speak with a Lassiter staff member, call Please return this form to the student in a sealed envelope or return it via inter-campus mail to Box 202.