From Middle School

to

High School

For Our Dear 8th Graders

The High School Application Process:

2011 – 2012

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Factors to consider as you select high school programs

I. School location and travel time

II. Priority requirements

III. Type of School

IV. Selection methods for admission

V. School Size

I. Location & Travel LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION Where is the high school located? • How far is the school from your house ?• How I will get there?• Are you willing to travel that distance, 5

days a week for 4 years?

• Remember, school begins EARLY

• Is the program open city-wide, borough wide.

• Is there a priority for admission?

• Can I remain in my current school? WAGNER!

II. Priority requirements

III. Types of Schools

Specialized High Schools.

LaGuardia High School. Performing/Visual Arts HS

Audition & “Other” High Schools.

IV. Selection Method

Program Types• Screened: Students ranked based on grades, test scores, attendance and in

some cases other criteria

• Audition: Students ranked based on audition, grades, test scores and attendance

• Educational Option (Ed. Opt.): Half of students match randomly, the other half are matched from among candidates ranked by the school

• Limited Unscreened: Priority to students who attend an Information Session or Open House

• Zoned: Priority to students who live in the geographic zone of the high school

High schools review grade 7 records:

• Final report card marks

• Standardized Test Scores

• Attendance and Punctuality

Grade 7 academic record is evaluated!

V. School Size

Small or large school?

Factors to consider about school size

Safety, Safety & Safety Everybody knows your name or One of the many Lost in a crowd or One of the family Help yourself or How can we help?

7th G

rade Records

12

3

Application process &

Audition

1300 students willing to take your seat WAGNER: Difficult to get in … proud to

remain You trusted us with in 6th grade… Let’s make it

to the 12th!

Extending our family to a higher level:Wagner High School