South High School
South High School Planning Committee
Charge
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The charge of the South High School Planning
Committee is to provide recommendations
regarding the academic programming of a new
South High School. To guide the
recommendation, the Planning Committee will
- engage the community by hosting community
engagement meetings,
- presenting information in a concise, readable
format, and
- soliciting the community’s feedback.
South High School Planning Committee
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Representation from South Austin vertical teams
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Akins HS
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Austin HS
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Bowie HS
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Crockett HS
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Travis HS
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Comprised of parents, community members,
administrators, and central office
 Led by the Office of Academics
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South High School Planning Committee
Meetings
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September 25, 2012
 October 9, 2012
 November 1, 2012
 November 14, 2012
 December 5, 2012
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January 9, 2013
 January 31, 2013
 March 6, 2013
 March 26, 2013
 April 17, 2013
 May 29, 2013
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Community Engagement Meetings
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11/08/2012, Akins High School
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11/29/2012, Bowie High School
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02/21/2013, Crockett High School
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4/11/2013, Austin High School
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5/07/2013, Travis High School
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South High School Planning Committee
Outcomes
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Presented information regarding the draft academic
scenarios;
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Requested information and presentations from Austin
ISD staff regarding South Austin demographics, data on
overcrowding, and academic programs;
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Developed and launched a survey for high school and
middle school students;
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Participated in a survey regarding their own personal
preference for the academic programming; and
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Crafted a guidance statement regarding the academic
programming for the future South Austin high school.
Purpose:
Information
Sharing and
Community
Input on the
academic
programming
of the South HS
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Strategic Plan and Board Priority Alignment
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Goal 3: All students will graduate ready for
college, career, and life in a globally competitive
economy.
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Strategy 1: Provide a high-quality, well-rounded
educational experience to all students that is rigorous,
culturally relevant, healthful, and engaging.
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Key Action 1.15: Determine advanced academic courses to be
offered at every school, create coherent sequences of course
offerings, and expand opportunities for dual credit and
advanced placement.
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Key Action 1.11: Provide more opportunities for students to
participate in enrichment programs such as career interest,
technology, athletics, and languages other than English.
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Strategic Plan and Board Priority Alignment
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Board Priority: Rich Portfolio of Options.
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Exploration and establishment of new delivery models
to provide an enhanced portfolio of academic options to
promote graduation rates and higher achievement for
student.
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District Needs
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Geographical access and equity to
programming.
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No academic magnets high school
programs in South Austin.
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IB at Anderson, Fine Arts Academy
at McCallum, and Liberal Arts and
Science Magnet are all located in
North Austin.
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Projected growth in student
enrollment in South Austin adds
potential for overcrowding in
existing South high schools.
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Draft
Academic Scenarios
Overview
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Academic Scenarios
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Scenario 1: International Baccalaureate
Diploma Programme
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Scenario 2: International Baccalaureate
Career-Related Certificate
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Scenario 3: Science, Technology,
Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
with Project Lead the Way
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Scenario 4: Early College High School
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Scenario 5: Career and Technical
Education
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Data Review
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Data Collection
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Community Engagement Meetings
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11/08/2012, Akins High School
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11/29/2012, Bowie High School
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02/21/2013, Crockett High School
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4/11/2013, Austin High School
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5/07/2013, Travis High School
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Data Collection
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Participation by Vertical Team as of 5/03/13
5%
28%
5%
62%
Akins
Austin
Bowie
Crockett
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Data Collection
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Participation by Zip Code as of 5/07/13
2% 1% 4%
1%
10%
21%
29%
16%
5%
5% 6%
78703
78735
78736
78737
78739
78744
78745
78747
78748
78749
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Academic Scenario 1 and 2:
International Baccalaureate (IB)
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International Standards
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Available to 11th and 12th grade students
IB Diploma
IB Career-Related Certificate
Emphasizes 6 advanced studies
courses in language and literature,
language acquisition, individuals and
societies, mathematics and computer
science, the arts, and experimental
sciences.
2 advanced studies IB courses relevant to
a career-related field of study in addition to
second language studies
Theory of Knowledge course emphasizes Approaches to Learning course
philosophy of thinking, discussing, and
emphasizes critical and ethical thinking
making decisions about issues
critically and effective communication
In-depth independent research
Career-related ethical issue reflective
research project
Community service requirement
Community service requirement
Graduate with IB Diploma or IB
certificate depending on course work
Graduate with IB career-related
certificate depending on course work
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Academic Scenario 1 and 2:
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Most
appealing
17%
36%
Least
appealing
47%
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Academic Scenario 3:
Science, Technology, Engineering, and
Mathematics (STEM) with Project Lead the Way
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Emphasizes critical connections between Science, Technology,
Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) principles and solving the
real challenges in our communities and the world.
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Available to 9th-12th grade students
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Emphasizes sequence of 4 courses in one of the following:
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Pathway to Engineering
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Biomedical Sciences
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Opportunities for partnerships, internships, and mentorships
with the local technology and medical arts industries
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College-level recognition for select courses if campus is
certified by Project Lead the Way
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Academic Scenario 3:
Science, Technology, Engineering, and
Mathematics (STEM) with Project Lead the Way
Most
appealing
61%
28%
Least
appealing
12%
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Academic Scenario 4:
Early College High School (ECHS)
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Emphasis is placed on college-readiness, college-going, and
college credit attainment
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Available to 9th-12th grade students
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Students have the opportunity to complete an Associate’s
degree or up to 2 years of transferable college credit
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Students have the opportunity to earn an industry credential
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Partnership between school district and local college or university
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Academic Scenario 4:
Early College High School (ECHS)
Most
appealing
35%
40%
Least
appealing
25%
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Academic Scenario 5:
Career and Technical Education (CTE)
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Emphasizes career-related academic and technical skills
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Available to 9th-12th grade students
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Students have the opportunity to earn industry credential
and/or college credit
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Partnership with local community
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Possibilities may include one or more of the following:
Automotive Tech
Auto Collision
Animation
Computer Maintenance
Audio Video Production
Video Game Design
Health Science
Construction
Computer Programming
Criminal Justice
Engineering
Culinary Arts
Hospitality
Electronics
Welding
Graphic Design
Architecture
Education/Training
Veterinary Medical
Biomedical
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Academic Scenario 5:
Career and Technical Education (CTE)
Most
appealing
41%
43%
Least
appealing
16%
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Additional Steps
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Data Synthesis and Analysis into 4 Quadrant
Reports for Each Academic Scenario
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Site Visit to see academy model with CTE and
STEM programs at Akins HS
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Student Survey
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Planning Committee Guidance Statement
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