What to know about Corpus Christi ISD high school applications

Olivia Garrett, Corpus Christi Caller Times
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Corpus Christi ISD families can learn more about high school programs and which program and school is right for their student on Feb. 6.

Each Corpus Christi ISD high school offers unique "programs of choice" that students zoned to any high school in the district can apply to attend. Primarily career and technical education programs, programs of choice allow students to learn about potential career paths. Many programs also allow students the opportunity to earn industry credentials.

The district is holding an event for families with students in seventh, eighth and ninth grade on Feb. 6.

During the CCISD High School Expo, students and families will have the opportunity to learn about programs of choice. The event is scheduled for 6-7:30 p.m. in the Mary Carroll High School arena.

The CCISD Office of Admissions, Attendance and Student Support Services is accepting lottery applications between February and April for students interested in attending a program of choice in 2024-25.

Applications are already open for students interested in attending Collegiate High School or Harold T. Branch Academy for Career and Technical Education online at https://www.ccisd.us/page/programs-of-choice.

The Branch and Collegiate early college high schools allow students to pursue college course work from Del Mar College while also earning their high school diploma.

What "programs of choice" are offered?

Carroll High School

  • Animal science — This program focuses the science, research and business of animals and other living organism. Students learn to apply biology and life science in laboratories or in the field, such as at a veterinary office, farm or ranch.

  • Dental science — Students learn about anatomical structures, as well as oral, head and neck pathologies, conditions, diagnostic tools, treatments and professions. The goal of the program is to provide an introduction to dentistry and related topics.

  • Maritime — Students learn about occupations and educational opportunities related to operating water vessels, maintenance, maritime navigational aids, maritime traffic controls and communications equipment.

Students stream into the new Carroll High School on Corpus Christi ISD's first day of the 2022-23 school year on Aug. 9, 2022.
Students stream into the new Carroll High School on Corpus Christi ISD's first day of the 2022-23 school year on Aug. 9, 2022.

King High School

  • Fashion design — This program explores occupations and educational opportunities associated with designing or creating graphics to meet commercial or promotional needs. Students will design clothing and accessories and learn about careers in the textile and apparel industry.

  • Printing and imaging technology — Students learn about printing and imaging services, including business management, customer service, graphic design, graphic production and large format printing.

Miller High School

  • Cosmetology dual credit — Students learn about providing beauty and personal care services.

  • Drone unmanned flight/robotics — Students learn about occupations and educational opportunities related to operating or designing unmanned aircraft.

  • Automotive — Students learn to repair and refinish automobiles and service various types of vehicles.

Moody High School

  • Engineering — Students learn about the design, development and use of engines, machines and structures, including how to apply science, mathematical methods and empirical evidence to the innovation, design, construction, operation and maintenance of manufacturing systems.

  • Nursing science — The program introduces students to the nursing profession including nursing history, nursing theory, professionalism, legal and ethical issues in nursing, infection control, safety and patient satisfaction.

  • Welding dual credit — Students learn to use automatic and computer-controlled machines, tools and robots to perform work on metal and plastic, such as hand-welding and flame-cutting equipment.

Ray High School

  • Plant science — This program focuses on the science, research and business of plants and living organisms.

  • Construction management and inspection — This program is an introduction for students interested in entering construction or craft-skilled areas, focusing on safety standards, construction mathematics and common hand and power tools. Students will learn skills in plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilation, drywall, roofing and HVAC systems.

  • International Baccalaureate — The International Baccalaureate program is an advanced academic program. Juniors and seniors work towards an IB Diploma, including the opportunity to earn college credits.

Veterans Memorial High School

  • Exercise science, wellness and restoration — Students learn the basic concepts of kinesiology and gain an understanding of body mechanics, the physiological functions of muscles and movements, the history of kinesiology and the psychological impact of sports and athletic performance.

  • Aviation — Students are introduced to occupations and education opportunities related to the principles and science of flight, aviation engineering, air navigational aids, air traffic controls and communications equipment.

Important dates

The program of choice application for each of the district's traditional high schools opens Feb. 1.

On Tuesday, Feb. 6, the district is hosting its CCISD High School Expo for students and families.

Corpus Christi ISD students will be notified if they have been accepted into a program at a traditional high school, which includes Carroll, Miller, Moody, Ray, King and Veterans Memorial high schools, between March 4 and 8.

The final deadline to submit a program of choice application is April 12.

Students can also apply to attend one of the district's two early college high school programs, located at Collegiate High School and the Harold T. Branch Academy. Applications are open until March 8 for incoming freshmen for the 2024-25 school year. An application is open all year for sophomores and juniors.

Between April 15 and April 19, rising ninth grade students will be notified if they have been accepted into either Collegiate High School or Branch Academy's early college high school programs.

What to know if a student is accepted into a program of choice

Students should declare which program of study they plan to pursue in high school during the ninth grade high school pre-registration process. To change their program of study, students must consult with their academic counselor.

It is the responsibility of parents or guardians to transport transfer students to school each day. Bus transportation is only available for students who live within the school's boundary area.

School principals can revoke the transfer of a student during the school year if the student fails to attend school without excuse for 10 or more days within six months, if the student fails to maintain satisfactory conduct, if the student fails to maintain passing grades for two report card grading periods or fails to progress to the next grade level, if the student fails to punctual or picked up daily for 10 or more days during a single semester or for 15 or more days during the school year or if the school exceeds mandated student-teacher ratios.

To learn more, visit the Corpus Christi ISD website at https://www.ccisd.us/page/programs-of-choice.

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This article originally appeared on Corpus Christi Caller Times: How to apply for a Corpus Christi ISD high school program