El Paso ISD. Cougar New Franklin High School

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1 El Paso ISD Cougar New Franklin High School Dear Parents & Students, We are delighted that you have chosen to apply for admission at the Cougar New Tech Academy. New Tech Network (NTN) is a non- profit organization that helps students gain the knowledge and deeper learning skills they need to succeed in college and the careers of tomorrow. This network will provide services to EPISD and support to enable schools to re- imagine teaching and learning. The smart use of technology supports a culture of innovation as well as a different approach to classroom instruction. All classrooms have one- to- one technology with web- enabled computers and the latest in collaborative learning technology to ensure students become self- directed learners without the need of textbooks for knowledge and direction. Echo, an online learning management system, is used to create a vibrant network that helps students, teachers, and parents to connect to each other and to student projects across the country. Thank you for your interest in our programs. Carla Gasway Principal Franklin High School The El Paso Independent School District does not discriminate in its educational programs or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Inquiries concerning the application of Title VI, VII, IX, and Section 504 may be referred to the District compliance officer, Verna Ball, at ; 504 inquiries regarding students may be referred to Cecilia Whiteman at El Distrito Escolar Independiente de El Paso no discrimina en los programas de educación o en prácticas de empleo usando el criterio de raza, color, religión, sexo, origen nacional, edad, incapacidad, estado militar, u otra práctica prohibida por la ley. Preguntas acerca de la aplicación del título VI, VII o IX, y la Sección 504 pueden ser referidas al oficial del distrito, Verna Ball al ; preguntas sobre 504 tocante a estudiantes pueden ser referidas a Cecilia Whiteman al

2 Freshmen applications will be submitted to the Cougar New Tech Academy before January 15, 2016 Applications accepted after the deadline will be placed on a waiting list to fill any remaining vacant seats. Only completed applications will be reviewed. The responsibility of meeting the application and document submission deadline is the responsibility of the applicant. Submission of documents does not guarantee acceptance. Conditional acceptance for entering students will be based on program availability to those students meeting the minimum requirements whom submitted all necessary documents in person, by , or fax to the school as described. Applications can be found on the Franklin High School website, franklin.episd.org/ You will need to submit the following: Completed student application Discipline record If applying from out of district you will need: New Tech Application Packet Checklist Copy of most recent utility bill (water, gas, or electric bill) with parent s name and address as proof of residency. Final grades for 7 th grade Grades for fall semester 8 th grade STAAR scores from 7 th grade Discipline records Attendance records For more information visit the Cougar New Tech and New Tech network websites franklin.episd.org

3 El Paso ISD 2016 New Tech High School Application Application for Admission Academy students entering the ninth grade in the fall of 2016 Part I. Applicant information 1. Student Name Last First Middle 2. Date of Birth / / Gender: F M Student ID # MM/DD/YYYY 3. Address Street Number Name Apt. Number Zip Code 4. Home Phone: ( ) 5. Students address: 6. Please check any of the following that apply: Currently attending EPISD schools in the Franklin High School Feeder pattern. Currently live in district, but attending school in a different EPISD High School Feeder pattern. Currently live outside of EPISD boundaries or attending a different school district. Applicant receives or is eligible for free or reduced lunch program. Applicant receives services as part of one of the following programs (504, ELL, SPED, etc.) If so, please indicate/elaborate: Part II. Parent Information Father or Guardian Name : Address: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Mother or Guardian Name: Address: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Part III. Extracurricular activities In the space provided below, list all co- and extra- curricular activities that you are currently involved in, or have participated with in the past:

4 Rules of the University Interscholastic League as pertaining to sports As outlined in section 440 (B)(2)(B) of the University of Interscholastic League Constitution and Contest Rules: Students are eligible in athletics the first year they have the opportunity to transfer to a Magnet School. If a student leaves the magnet school and returns to the school of his/her parent s residence, the student is not eligible for varsity athletic competitions for at least one year from the date of enrollment in the home school. Student and parent/guardian signatures indicate that the parties understand and agree to support and adhere to the rules and regulation now in existence and those that may be established in the future. Part III. Program of Study Parent s Signature date Student s Which Signature program date are you applying for? (Students must select at least three options by ranking them as 1, 2, & 3.) Part IV. Selection process Selection process: Applications will be accepted on the application sessions listed on page 2. At that point Cougar New Tech Academy will begin a comprehensive admission process. The first 100 qualified applicants will be granted admission to the program, and 50 seats will be awarded by a lottery based system should the number of qualified applicants exceed the available slots. Acceptance letters will be mailed out the first week in April and you will have until April 20 th to formally accept admission to the program of your choice. If the student resides outside of the Franklin High School attendance zone, a pupil transfer form must be submitted by the parent to pupil services at 6531 Boeing Dr. prior to April 20 th to guarantee admission. Part V. Conditional acceptance All students admitted to the Cougar New Tech Academy will be admitted on a probationary status, therefore should the student fail to meet program expectations the transfer to the New Tech Academy will be revoked and the student will be sent back to his/her home campus. Students will follow the following guidelines for continuance in their program of choice: 1. Follow all rules and procedures as outlined in the Franklin High School Student Handbook. 2. Meet the expectations set forth in each class, and maintain a minimum average of 70% in all courses every grading period. 3. Maintain an excellent attendance record, which will require scheduling medical appointments and recreational trips during non- school hours. Should attendance fall during the academic term, the student will be revoked admission and be sent back to their home campus. 4. Maintain the highest degree of academic integrity. Academic dishonesty is grounds for immediate removal. 5. Remain in the program of their choice unless released by recommendation of Franklin High School staff. Student & Parent Commitment We understand that students apply to New Tech programs as an optional program due to their specific focus. We recognize that acceptance to a New Tech program is a privilege set forth by EPISD and not a right. We understand that standards may be higher than those required by other schools in the district and that compliance with those standards is a requisite for continued enrollment in the New Tech program. We understand that acceptable conduct, academic progress and regular attendance are mandatory for continued enrollment in the New Tech program. We agree to abide by all EPISD policies and those set forth by the Franklin High School. Students whom do not maintain academic standards will be subject to academic probation and exited from the program. We understand that admission to the program is competitive and limited. Students are admitted to programs without regard to race, color, national origin, gender or handicap. Our signatures indicate that we agree to support and adhere to program standards and parental roles Part VI. Selection of High School Graduation Endorsement now in existence and those that may be established in the future by Franklin High School. Please circle the endorsement you have selected during 8 th grade high school registration Parent s Signature Date Student s Signature Revised: Fall Date 2015

5 Public Service Business and Industry STEM Multidisciplinary Arts and Humanities Part VII. Signature By signing below you hereby acknowledge that the student listed above is applying for admission to a magnet program offered at EPISD, and that I have read all portions of this application packet. Additionally I will complete all other forms that may be required by the program of our choice. Student s Signature Date: Parent/Guardian s Signature Date: franklin.episd.org