Application for Admission

Application for Admission 2018-2019

25 W Martin Roswell, NM 88203 (575) 624-7020 Principal: Dr. C. Porter Cutrell RECHS History Roswell Early College High School was established in the 2014-2015 school year. The first term of school was held in the ITC building on the ENMU-R campus. Roswell Early College High School inaugural class of freshman cohort contained 45 students. Mission Statement Our school is committed to providing a challenging and engaging learning environment that inspires students to achieve the highest standards of academic and personal development. Through our comprehensive college and career readiness program, students are provided with meaningful learning opportunities to become confident architects of their futures. Vision RECHS is dedicated to graduating all students prepared for success in their continued pursuit of postsecondary education and entrance into the workforce. Through rigorous course work and apprenticeship, RECHS students will graduate with 21st century skills necessary for success in all future endeavors. Personnel Parents with questions regarding RECHS, individual students or school guidelines are encouraged to first call Roswell Early College High School at 624-7020. Please use the 627 prefix to contact any of the individuals below. Principal Dr. Porter Cutrell 627-2751 Secretary Kim Curtis 624-7020 Registrar Renee Nava 627-2753 Academic Advisor Carol Nowak 627-2756 Social Worker Sandra Mendoza 627-5530 Nurse Mandy Ford 627-2711 Security Leo Sanchez 627-2754

Attending RECHS is a commitment to your future and your education! APPLICATION PROCESS Thank you for your interest in applying to attend the Roswell Early College High School. Below is a brief outline of the application process and timeline. Keep this page for future reference. The application process consists of four phases: Please read the entire packet; all necessary information is included. PHASE ONE - RECRUITMENT: January 23, 2018 through March 1, 2018 Informational assemblies will be hosted at Roswell Middle School (Berrendo, Mesa, Sierra, Mt. View) and the Roswell Early College High School (RECHS). Oneon-one parent and student conferences/visits will be available at RECHS to provide an opportunity for students and parents to ask specific questions. Appointments can be made by calling our office (575) 624-7020. The intent of the meetings and conferences are to ensure proper communication about the RECHS program and the application process. Applications will be available from you students Middle School or RECHS counselors beginning February 1, 2018. IMPORTANT DATES: January 23, 2018: Application window opens! February 2018: Parent Information Nights. Berrendo MS February 13, 2018 6pm Mesa MS February 20, 2018 6pm Sierra MS February 22, 2018 5:30pm Mt. View MS February 26, 2018 6pm. Friday, March 30, 2018: Last day to submit applications. All applications due by 3:30pm. April 2, 2018 April 30, 2018: Student/parent Interviews (tentative). Notification of date and time will be mailed to home address. May 11, 2018: Letters of Acceptance mailed. PHASE TWO - APPLICATION PROCESS: January 23, 2018 through March 30, 2018 All completed applications must be submitted to the Roswell Early College High School office located at ENMU-R Instructional Center room 111 (IC111) or Mailed to University High School 25 W. Martin Roswell, NM 88201 no later than March 30, 2018 by 3:30 PM. Please note that all applications are date and time stamped and any applications received after March 30, 2018, at 3:30 PM, will be considered late and may not be eligible for review based on the number of applications received. PHASE THREE - INTERVIEW/SCREENING PROCESS: April 2, 2018 April 30, 2018 Students accepted into this phase will be selected for the interview/screening process. A committee will assist with interviewing and administering a questionnaire that measures a student s readiness for the program. Parent(s)/guardian(s) and students will also be required to sign a letter of commitment to the expectations of the Roswell Early College High School as part of the preliminary acceptance. PHASE FOUR - FINAL SELECTION PROCESS: May 1,2018-May 11, 2018 The RECHS Admissions Committee will review each student s completed application packet including instruments administered during the interview/screening process and determine final acceptance or non-acceptance to the Roswell Early College High School for the 2018-2019 academic year. Final letters notifying parents and students of acceptance or non-acceptance should be mailed out May 11, 2018. Depending on enrollment numbers the final acceptance process could move to a Lottery Drawing.

APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION Applicant must be a current 8 th grade student. Application Submission Deadline: Friday, March 30, 2018 at 3:30 PM *Please turn in your application to front desk at Early College High School* STUDENT INFORMATION (Please print or complete electronically) Student Name: Preferred Name: Last Fist Middle Student s School ID Number Date of Birth / / Gender: Male Female Home Address: Street City State Zip Code Home Phone ( ) Student s Cell Phone: ( ) Student s Email Address: The name of the person(s) with whom you reside (parent or guardian): Name: Relationship: Name: Relationship: Ethnic Group Caucasian (C) Black or African American (B) Asian (A) Hispanic or Latino (H) American Indian/Alaskan Native (I) Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander (P) Identify the program of study/pathway for which you have an interest: Arts, AV/ Technology Human Services Business Services/Management Natural Resources Computer Science/Information Systems STEM (other science or mathematics area) Education Please specify: Energy and Power Other area not listed Engineering Please specify: Health Sciences Not sure Student Signature: Parent Signature: Date: Date: Parent Name Printed:

PARENT INFORMATION (Please print or complete electronically; must be completed by the parent/guardian) Parent/Guardian #1 Some High School Name: High School Address: Some College Home Phone: Associate Degree Cell Number: Bachelor Degree Email Address: Masters or Higher Parent/Guardian #2 Some High School Name: High School Address: Some College Home Phone: Associate Degree Cell Number: Bachelor Degree Email Address: Masters or Higher I am fully aware of, and fully support, my child s interest in attending Roswell Early College High School: Yes No My child is currently attending School. GENERAL INFORMATION The student population of RECHS reflects and values the diversity of its participating students. In order to meet the intent of the early college high school model, this process places an emphasis upon selecting applicants who are representative of the applicant pool, residents of the Roswell Independent School District, and generally meet one or more the following criteria: Students who are 1 st generation college students Students who would benefit from accelerated academic instruction and environment Students who are at-risk for not completing high school or for not pursuing higher education Students who are underserved in higher education In addition, the following are key attributes for successful RECHS students: Maturity, motivation and the ability to make responsible, independent and productive choices which contribute to success and growth both at the high school and college level. Desire to be intellectually challenged and experience rigorous college level and honors level high school courses. Ability to work cooperatively and be engaged in communication, leadership, critical thinking, problem solving, and making education a priority. Desire to effectively and appropriately use technology toward educational purposes and enrichment.

STUDENT QUESTIONNARIE Student Name: Responses to this questionnaire are to be written by the student. Attending the Roswell Early College High School is a commitment to your education and future. The selection committee would like to know more about you and your future goals. Please answer the following questions making sure to provide detail in your answers and writing legibly. The completed questionnaire must be submitted with your application, and is due no later than March 30, 2018 at 3:30. 1. Explain your reasons for wanting to attend Roswell Early College High School. 2. Describe your future career goals and explain how the Early College can assist?

Student Questionnaire - Continued Student Name: 3. Describe in detail your goal after graduating from the Roswell Early College High School. 4. Roswell Early College High School requires each student to participate in honors and dual credit coursework in a college setting. Describe how you are prepared to participate in this experience.

Student Questionnaire - Continued Student Name: 5. Describe the specific action steps will you take to earn and maintain good grades (3.0+ GPA) and graduate from Roswell Early College High School. 6. Describe the specific needs you have of the Roswell Early College High School faculty to help you succeed in the college environment you are about to enter.

PARENT/GUARDIAN QUESTIONNARIE Student Name: Responses to this questionnaire are to be written by the parent/guardian. Attending the Roswell Early College High School not only takes a commitment from your son/daughter, but it takes a commitment from you as well. The selection committee would like to know more about your desire to enroll your child in the Roswell Early College High School. Please answer the following questions making sure to provide detail in your answers and writing legibly. The completed questionnaire must be submitted with your son/daughter s application, and is due no later than March 30, 2018 by 3:30 pm. 1. Why do you feel that your son/daughter is ready for a high school program, which incorporates college and high school courses, in a college setting? 2. Given your son/daughter s current standing in school, what support will he/she need to be successful in the Roswell Early College High School?

PARENT/GUARDIAN QUESTIONNARIE Student Name: 3. Describe how you and/or your family will support your child to ensure his/her success at the Roswell Early College High School. 4. Why do you want your son/daughter to attend the Roswell Early College High School? Parent Name (Please Print) Parent Signature Phone Number Date

TEACHER RECOMMENDATION: (3 required) Student Name: Teacher Name:

TEACHER RECOMMENDATION: (3 required) Student Name: Teacher Name:

TEACHER RECOMMENDATION: (3 required) Student Name: Teacher Name:

ATTENDANCE CONTRACT The attendance contract may be submitted with the application or during the student/parent interview. Student Name: Student ID #: Last First Middle Home Phone: ( ) Parent/Guardian Cell Phone: ( ) Student Cell: ( ) Parent/Guardian Cell Phone: ( ) Student email address: Parent/Guardian email address: Attending RECHS is a commitment to your education and to your future. Our goal is for all RECHS students to graduate from high school with a diploma of excellence and two years of college credit that can be applied to an Associate s Degree and/or 4-year college degree plan of study. Each semester at RECHS you will earn grades that are to be recorded on both your high school and college transcripts. Therefore, it is essential that you maintain excellent grades throughout your attendance at RECHS. In partnership with you and your parents/guardians, we will do everything possible to make sure that happens. Please review the following RECHS academic requirements. By signing below, you and your parents/guardians indicate that you understand and agree to meet these expectations. RECHS Academic and Attendance Requirements: 1. Students must maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5. 2. If a course is failed, a student must, in collaboration with the Principal and School Counselor, make arrangements to repeat the course, which may be at a cost to the parent/guardian. 3. If the student does not maintain a 2.5 GPA, he/she will be placed on academic probation and required to complete an Academic Improvement Plan which may require mandatory tutoring placement. This plan will be reviewed after one academic semester to determine progress. 4. Students may not graduate early from RECHS and will complete the full 4 years (8 semesters) of course requirements with their original cohort. 5. Students must maintain compliance with the Roswell Independent School District and State of NM PED s Compulsory School Attendance Policy. Students not in compliance with the 90% attendance policy as outlined by the State of NM will be placed on an attendance contract. The attendance contract will be reviewed after one academic semester to determine improvement. Should improvement not be demonstrated, the student will no longer be eligible for placement at RECHS. Student s Signature: Date:

Parent/Guardian s Name (Print): Parent/Guardian s Signature: Date: ROSWELL EARLY COLLEGE ADMISSION REQUEST PACKET REQUIRED DOCUMENTS AND STEPS TO ACCEPTANCE (ALL DOCUMENTS AND STEPS MUST BE COMPLETED AND CHECKED OFF BEFORE STUDENT WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR ENROLLMENT) CURRENT TRANSCRIPT (from last school attended showing all classes taken in middle school) CURRENT ATTENDANCE REPORT CURRENT DISCIPLINE REPORT IMMUNIZATION RECORDS