Career and Technical Education Early College High School

STUDENT NAME: _____________________________________________________________
LAST
FIRST
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
Received by Spruce _______________________
Date Interviewed _________________________
Date Contacted __________________________
Career and Technical Education
Early College High School - Spruce
Dallas Independent School District
Eastfield College
Admission Application
School Year 2015-2016
The priority application deadline for CTE ECHS - Spruce is January 30th, 2015.
Send to: H. Grady Spruce High School
Attn: Darian Montgomery
9733 Old Seagoville Rd, Dallas, TX 75217
Or turn it in directly to the Spruce High School Main Office
Incomplete applications will not be processed. Applicants will be notified of next steps.
For more information, please call (972) 892-5500, email spruceECHS@dcccd.edu
or visit our website at http://eastfieldcollege.edu/cte/
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CTE ECHS - SPRUCE APPLICATION PROCESS CHECKLIST
Enrollment is limited. Please submit your application as soon as possible.
Incomplete applications will not be processed.
The following are considered MANDATORY for your application to be considered complete.
□ Complete all sections of the application form, including short answer questions
□ Detach and give the Teacher Recommendation form to the teacher of your choice (Math, Science, or English)
Students who are not part of Dallas ISD will not be considered.
Interested applicants should have a strong work ethic and
the desire to complete one of the four programs of study offered by the CTE ECHS:
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Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology
Digital Media Technology
Advanced Manufacturing/Mechatronics Technology
Computer Aided Design and Drafting
The criteria for selecting students for admission into CTE ECHS - Spruce are as follows:
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Be a resident of the Dallas Independent School District
The applicant must meet the requirements for promotion from 8th grade to 9th grade.
The applicant must have completed ALL portions of the application for admission.
The applicant and parent/guardian must go through an interview process with CTE ECHS Spruce staff
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Application for Admission for Entering Ninth Graders
Section A. Parent Section (To be completed by parent/guardian)
I give my son/daughter permission to apply for CTE ECHS - Spruce.
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Parent’s Printed Name
Parent’s Signature
STUDENT INFORMATION
Student Name (Last)
Date of Birth
Date
(First)
(Middle)
Dallas ISD Student ID #
Gender
Male
Current Address
Street Address
Apt. Number
City
State
Home Phone Number
Student resides with
Current Middle School
Name
Relationship
Zip
Home High School
Primary Language Spoken in the Home
PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION
Mother’s/Guardian’s Name
Address
Female
Preferred Phone
□ Check here if same as student’s
Alternate Phone
City, State & Zip
Email Address
Father’s/Guardian’s Name
Address
Preferred Phone
□ Check here if same as student’s
Alternate Phone
City, State & Zip
Email Address
IMPORTANT: An accurate email & phone number is essential for receiving communications from Spruce in regards to the application process.
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Section A, continued
As a parent, what was the highest level of education that you completed?
Mother/Maternal Guardian
Father/Paternal Guardian
Middle School
High School
Some college
College degree: ______________________________
Middle School
High School
Some college
College degree: ______________________________
Has the student applied to any other Early College HS or Magnet School?
Yes
No
How did you hear about CTE ECHS - Spruce? (Check all that apply)
□ Friends
□ Relatives □ Flyer
□ Website/Internet_________________________
□ School Counselor □ Presentation (where?) ___________________________________
□ Other (please specify) _______________________________________________________
How will you be getting to and from school?
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I will ride the school bus.
My parent/guardian will drive me.
I will ride with another student.
I will drive myself.
I will walk/ride a bike.
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CTE Early College High School - Spruce
Teacher Recommendation Form
CTE Early College High School - Spruce is a collaboration between the Dallas Independent School District and Eastfield
College. Collaboration of this kind provides an atmosphere that blends high school and college into a coherent
educational program.
CTE ECHS - Spruce curriculum is demanding and requires a high level of commitment on the part of the student.
Recommendation from the student’s teachers is an important part of the application process in addition to an interview
and essay. Students should select one teacher (Math, Science, or English) to complete a recommendation form on their
behalf.
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The student is responsible for providing the teacher with the recommendation form.
The teacher will complete the form and return it to the student in a signed, sealed envelope.
The student will turn in the recommendation in along with the completed application to Spruce HS.
Student Name
Middle School
Teacher Name
Subject/Class
How often in the past school year has this student done the following? (please place an “X” in the appropriate box for each question)
Never
(1)
Sometimes
(2)
Often
(3)
Please comment and/or
provide example for each behavior.
Very Often
(4)
Discussed grades or
assignments for tutoring
Come to class without
completing homework
Passed expectations for
assignments
Participated in class
Engaged in non-academic
activities(clubs, band, etc.)
Based upon the following, mark the number that best represents the student
(please place an “X” in the appropriate box for each question)
Low
1
2
Leadership
Maturity
Motivation
Integrity/Honesty
Commitment
Describe the student’s academic strengths:
Student’s academic weaknesses:
Include additional pages as needed
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3
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High
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Based on the descriptions below, which CTE program would you recommend that the student pursue? (Select and explain why)
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology
Computer Aided Design and Drafting
Digital Media
Mechatronics
What is Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology (HVAC)?
HVAC is Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning systems, which control the temperature, humidity, and air quality in buildings. Refrigeration
systems is also included, which make it possible to store and transport food, medicine, and other perishable items. Students will learn to install,
repair, and maintain these systems to meet environmental and safety regulations.
What is CADD?
CADD is Computer Aided Design and Drafting. In this program, students will use computers and special programs to create precise 2-D drawings
and 3-D renderings/models related to architecture, construction, electronic design, and building engineering.
What is Digital Media?
Digital Media is a creative field where students will learn the skills to be graphic designers (movie posters, advertisements), photographers,
videographers, or e-Publication designers. They will use programs such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and After-Effects while building
their drawing skills and a portfolio of their work.
What is Mechatronics?
Mechatronics is a combination of mechanical energy and electronics for computer control in the design and manufacture of industrial products.
Students will be working to master the machines related to robotics, automated manufacturing, packaging, automobiles, airplanes, vending
machines, gaming, ATM machines, heating and cooling systems, and renewable energy systems.
Please provide any additional comments that might help determine if the CTE ECHS - Spruce
program provides the best fit for the student’s career interest and academic needs.
Thank you for taking time to complete this form. Your input is valued.
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