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Advanced Academics

What Every Parent Should Know about Advanced Academics

What the Research Says…….

College graduates earn, on average, $1M more than high school graduates in an average earning lifetime.
The number of jobs requiring a college degree or technical training is increasing
Technology and automation have replaced many jobs that were once available to high school graduates
Academic study must prepare graduates for jobs that have not yet been invented. The academic intensity and quality of a student’s high school curriculum….

Not test scores
Not class rank
Not grade point average

 
....counts most in preparation for a bachelor's degree. For more information about the benefits and research related to college preparation, visit the College Board website.
 

What are the benefits of enrolling in college-level courses?

  • Earning college credits concurrently while meeting high school graduation requirements
  • Graduating on the Distinguished Achievement Program, DAP (4 advanced measures are required)
  • Real cost savings as a student can live at home while earning college credit hours
  • A nurturing, supportive environment, tutoring, and other course enhancements

For more information

Sandy Benavidez Perez

Director of Special Programs 254-968-7990

Stephanie Traweek

SHS Principal 254-968-4141

SHS Counselors

254-968-4141