2.  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.

4.  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

5. College-like Environment

6.  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

7. Dual Credit College/University Tuition and Fees  $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  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

8. 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

9. 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

10. Dual Credit Option Graduated from Steele with 15 college credits  Years at Steele: 2  Goal: Transfer to TCC for the Nursing Program

11. 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

12. Dual Credit Option Graduated from Steele with 12 college credits  Years at Steele: 2  Activities: Ping Pong Club  Attending: UNT

13. 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

14. 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

15. 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

16. 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

17. Dual Credit Option Cosmetology Academy  College Credits: 12  Grade: 12 th  Years at Steele: 2  Goal: Transfer to a 4-year University

18. 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

19. 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

20. 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

21. The NISD Collegiate Academy at Steele AHS Dual credit coursework for qualifying students beginning in 9th 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

22. Understanding Collegiate Academy Requirements  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.  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.  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. Writing includes multiple choice and an essay. * The test is on a computer. * You can start taking the TSI test this summer.

23. 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.

24. Honors Program 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

25. TUTORIALS LEARN IN ATRADITIONAL SETTING

26. LEARN IN A NON- TRADITIONAL SETTING Conference Rooms The Commons

27. PARTICIPATE IN TUTORIALS TAKE ADVANTAGE OF ACT PREPARATION CREATE STUDY GROUPS

28. Work-Day-Wednesday: COLLEGE & CAREER INVESTIGATIONS through COMMUNITY MEMBERS

29. Showcase Your Work! VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES CAREER PREP SEMINARS

30. TEAM BUILDING Work Hard. Play Hard. EXCEL LEADERSHIP TEAM MENTORS FRESHMEN! Talk About it Tuesday

31. Fun Day Friday: INTRAMURAL SPORTS Work Hard. Play Hard.

33. 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.