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Benchmark 5:Formula for Success—Rigor + TSI = CollegePSJA Thomas Jefferson T-STEM ECHSVirna M. Bazan, PrincipalMariza Saenz, Assistant Principal
The staff of PSJA Thomas Jefferson T-STEMECHS shall provide advanced educationalopportunities for all students with an emphasis in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics; students will graduate high school core complete or with an Associate Degree and the desire for further postsecondary education.
Mission
At PSJA Thomas Jefferson T-STEM ECHS, we envision a supportive environment that produces respectful, responsible, 21st
century leaders with early college access and success.
Vision
Quick Facts Enrollment: Grade 9 Students: 219Grade 10 Students: 188Grade 11 Students: 141 Grade 12 Students: 124Total Students: 672
Demographics:Male: 303Female: 369Economically Disadvantaged: 517ELL: 74Full-time teachers: 39
Practice Makes PerfectThe variables x and y are directly proportional, and y= 2 when x = 3. What is the value of y when x = 9 ?A. 4B. 6C. 8D. 12
When we think of volcanoes, eruptions, lava, and smoke-filled air come to mind—all occurring on land. Most people are surprised to learn about the prevalence of underwatervolcanoes on our planet. Because the lava and smoke spillingout of an active, underwater volcano are contained by theocean, people generally do not take note of these eruptions.However, the largest underwater volcanoes are capable ofcreating huge tidal waves, threatening coastal communities.The main idea of the passage is that:
A. Traditional volcanoes and underwater volcanoes are similar.
B. The lava and smoke from an underwater volcano arecontained by the sea.
C. Most tidal waves are caused by underwater volcanoes.D. Underwater volcanoes receive little attention but can be
dangerous.
Consistently Educating All Stakeholders
Nobody was left out!
Student-Led Workshops
Advisory Board Collaborative Learning Communities (CLC)
Parent Meetings
Calling All The Reinforcements• Dedicated time to discuss TSI data in CLC• Reading and writing every day in every classroom• Mathematics online tutoring (http://math.tstem.net) • CAL-PALS• Focus standards in every discipline• Student learning objective• TSI “Question of the Day”• Advisory lessons• Parent-TSI Platicadoras
Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Assessment
TSI Blueprint vs. TEKS
Advisory
ECHS Bridge Program—TSI Prep• Orientation – contract • Three weeks (6-hour days)• Best teachers• Blended learning• TSI study groups• TSI weekly testing
District Support• Monthly cabinet meetings• College readiness walks• TSI workgroup• District survey• District TSI intervention system• Grade 8 TSI class• District TSI testing coordinator• Data dashboards
1. Students register on Apply Texas during advisory and memorize “A” number.
2. Students attend 6 hours of TSI tutoring.
3. Teachers log their tutoring time in the online system. After 6 hours of tutoring, students receive their test admittance ticket by email.
4. Students sign up for the TSI exam using their “A” number by turning in their ticket to their counselor.
5. Studentstake the examand review individual score report with their advisor.
Systematic
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Lessons Learned• Team work makes the DREAM work!• Practice what you preach.• Communicate to ALL in more than one way.• District support makes a BIG difference.• Include TSI data in your data presentations.• Always think of the big picture.
