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EL DORADOHIGH SCHOOL

International Baccalaureate Programme

Grades 9-11 Student Application

2010-2011 School Year

Valid one school year only

This form must be completed and turned in by January 20, 2011

Student’s Name______

FirstLast

Present school______

Grade______EDHS ID #______

Please complete the following information: must turn in unofficial copy

  1. Indicate most recent TAKS scores (if resident of Texas).

Reading______Math______Social Studies______Science_____

  1. If you have taken the PSAT, please list the most current scores:

Critical Reading______Math______

  1. Give an example of how you will contribute to the overall success of this

school and the IB program.

  1. Give an example of being self-motivated.
  1. Give an example of how you demonstrate your advanced academic

ability or talent.

What are your areas of talent? Check all that apply.

Math___ English___ Social Studies___ Science___ Music___ Fine Arts___

  1. Writing sample – Select one of the following topics and write a well

developed paper explaining your experience(s). The papermustbetyped. (250-500 words)

Topics

  • Leadership in My School or Community
  • Trying New Things: Taking a Risk
  • Providing Volunteer Work in My School or Community
  • Making a Commitment in My School or Community
  • Using My Talents in My School or Community

Heading for Your Writing Sample

Student Name______

Topic______

School______

Grade______

Parent Information Form(To be completed by parent)

  1. Personal Information(Please print)

Student’s Name______

Last FirstMiddle

Current Address______

StreetCityState/Zip

Student’s Date of Birth______

DayMonthYear

Parent’s Name:

Mother______

Father______

Home Phone #______

Work #:

Mother______

Father______

Student e-mail______

Student cell #______

  1. Educational Background

Please list the names and locations of all the schools attended by your student.

Elementary Level

Name Location

______

______

Middle School Level

Name Location

______

______

High School Level

Name Location

______

______

  1. Awards, Honors and Activities

Please list all the awards/honors your student has received beginning with the most recent. (Example: district science fair – topic, year, award)

  1. ______
  2. ______
  3. ______
  4. ______
  5. ______
  6. ______
  1. Please specify other activities your student has participated in, volunteer/charity works he/she has done, publications, special programs of which he/she has been a part, etc.
  1. Questionnaire: to be completed by parents

Parents, this section is to be filled out by you, not your student. Please answer as honestly as you can. Circle the number that represents your opinion with “1” being not likely to “4” being very likely. Thank You.

Can your student handle an accelerated program?1 2 3 4

Can he/she accept not being the smartest in class?1 2 3 4

Will you accept less than an “A” from him/her if he/she is

enjoying the class, working hard and using his/her abilities?1 2 3 4

Are you willing to support your student and to give this program

at least one semester if at first it seems too difficult?1 2 3 4

Does he/she usually finish what he/she starts?1 2 3 4

Please elaborate______

Are his/her study skills adequate for an accelerated program?1 2 3 4

Does he/she handle stress well?1 2 3 4

How (specifically) does your child react to stress?

Are you willing to support you student’s commitment to the

program if he/she has 3 hours of homework some nights?1 2 3 4

Realizing that all the students need a healthy balance of activities

are you willing to encourage your student to prioritize academics

over extra-curricular activities within reason?1 2 3 4

Even though he/she may not participate in them all, in what

extra-curricular activities/areas do your student’s interests lie?

Is there anything else you want to tell us about your student?

This form must be completed by January 20, 2011 and returned to:

Lizett Shaw

IB ProgrammeCoordinator

12401 Edgemere Blvd.

El Paso, TX79938

Phone: 915-937-3414

Fax: 915-851-3535

Check list: the following must be included to complete the application

All of the items indicated on the check list must be turned into the IB Office (c/o IB Programme Coordinator) no later than January 20, 2011. Applications that are incomplete will not be processed. Applications that are late will be processed last.

  • Completed application
  • Letters of recommendation (will not be accepted if not in sealed envelope)
  • Student agreement/Honor pledge (signed by parent and student)
  • Information Sheet
  • Most recent TAKS scores(unofficial copy)
  • Most recent report card(unofficial copy)
  • In-District Transfer Application (ALL students must complete this form)