Advanced Academics

• Subject content includes English, math, reading, science reasoning, and optional essay
• 2 hours and 55 minutes (3 hours 40 minutes with essay)
• scored on a scale of 1-36 and score is valid for college admission for five years
• provides accommodations for students with disabilities and English language supports
• preparation includes the ASPIRE for grades 3-10 and the PreACT in grade 10 to measure growth

• AP® Biology (Khan Academy link)
• AP® Calculus AB (Khan Academy link)
• AP® Calculus BC (Khan Academy link)
• AP® Chemistry (Khan Academy link)
• AP® Computer Science A
• AP® Computer Science AB
• AP® English Language and Composition
• AP® English Literature and Composition
• AP® French Language
• AP® German Language
• AP® Macroeconomics (Khan Academy link)
• AP® Microeconomics (Khan Academy link)
• AP® Music Theory
• AP® Physics B (Khan Academy links: 1, 2)
• AP® Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism (Khan Academy links: 1, 2)
• AP® Physics C: Mechanics (Khan Academy links: 1, 2)
• AP® Psychology
• AP® Spanish Language
• AP® Spanish Literature
• AP® Statistics (Khan Academy link)
• AP® Studio Art: Drawing
• AP® Studio Art: 2-D Design
• AP® Studio Art: 3-D Design
• AP® U.S. Government and Politics
• AP® United States History (Khan Academy link)
• AP® World History (Khan Academy link)

• AP® Calculus AB and AP® Calculus BC
• AP® Statistics
• AP® US History
• AP® World History
• AP® Art History
• AP® Physics 1 and AP® Physics 2
• AP® Chemistry
• AP® Biology
• AP® Macroeconomics and AP® Microeconomics 

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• Builds skills in math, reading, and writing. 
• Daily practice can improve performance in courses, PSAT/NMSQT/SAT®, AP® exams, and STAAR English and Math exams. 
• 20 hours of personalized official SAT® practice on Khan Academy results in an average of 115 point gain on the redesigned SAT® exam.
• Introduction to Official SAT® Practice on Khan Academy Video

The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) defines dual credit as a system under which an eligible high school student enrolls in college course(s) and receives credit for the course(s) from both the college and high school. Dual credit courses may be taught on the high school campus by an approved instructor or on the college campus. Dual credit courses include both academic and technical courses.

Tomball ISD works in collaboration with a Memorandum of Understanding with the Lone Star College System to provide High School campuses courses that students receive the high school credit and dual college credits while completing their high school pathway.

MOU with Lone star college

• subject content includes reading (5 passages), writing & language, math, and optional essay
• 3 hours without essay (3 hours 50 minutes with essay)
• scored on a scale of 400-1600 and score is valid for college admission for 5 years
• provides accommodations for students with disabilities
• preparation includes the College Board’s Suite of Assessments.

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• Underlining (or highlighting): of major points, of important or forceful statements  
• Vertical lines at the margin: to emphasize a statement already underlined  
• Star, asterisk, or other doo-dad at the margin: to be used sparingly, to emphasize the ten or twenty most important statements in the book (You may want to fold the bottom corner of each page on which you use such marks. It won't hurt the sturdy paper on which most modern books are printed, and you will be able to take the book off the shelf at any time and, by opening it at the folded-corner page, refresh your recollection of the book.)  
• Numbers of other pages in the margin: to indicate where else in the book the author made points relevant to the point marked; to tie up the ideas in a book, which, though they may be separated by many pages, belong together  
• Circling or highlighting of key words or phrases  
• Writing in the margin, or at the top or bottom of the page, for the sake of: recording questions (and perhaps answers) which a passage raised in your mind; reducing a complicated discussion to a simple statement; recording the sequence of major points through the book 

• You can use sticky notes. Place these on the pages/paragraphs where you would underline or highlight and write out your thoughts or ideas on the note.  
• Write out notes on paper and keep the paper inside the book. Include page numbers with comments/notations so that you will remember what prompted your thinking. 

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The TSI Assessment (TSIA) is part of the Texas Success Initiative enacted by the Texas State Legislature and designed to determine a student’s readiness for college-level coursework in the general areas of reading, writing, and mathematics.

The TSIA, or one of its exemptions, has been required of Texas students entering a Texas college or university for nearly ten years. The TSIA is administered through the College Board’s Accuplacer digital platform. Universities, community colleges, school districts and high school campuses can request to administer the TSIA to students.

WHAT ARE PASSING SCORES?

Students scoring at or above the cut scores are considered “college ready” and eligible to enroll in any entry level college course (for example, English composition, history, government, or college algebra). Some college level courses require passing scores in more than one area.

Below are the passing cut scores for TSIA as set by the state:

• Mathematics: a minimum score of 350
• Reading: a minimum score of 351
• Writing: a score of 5 on the essay section or a score of 4 on the essay and a minimum score of 340 on the multiple-choice section

TSIA EXEMPTIONS

A student shall be exempt from taking the TSIA if the student has:

• scored a composite score of 23 with a minimum of 19 on the English ACT test shall exempt both Reading and Writing sections of the TSIA;
• scored a composite score of 23 with a minimum of 19 on the Math ACT test shall exempt the Math section of the TSIA;
• taken the SAT administered prior to March 2016 and earned a minimum score (verbal critical reading + math) SAT score of 1070, with a minimum score of 500 on both sections;
• taken the SAT administered March 2016 and later and earned scores on the evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW) assessment of 480, and a minimum score of 530 in Mathematics (no combined score needed);
• taken the PSAT after October 15, 2015 and earned a minimum of 460 on the English section and minimum of 510 on the Math section;
• Veterans, active duty personnel, and a student who is serving as and, for at least 3 years preceding enrollment, has served as a member of a reserve component of the U.S. armed services;
• Transfer from another institution having satisfactorily completed college-level coursework; or
• Enrolled in a certificate program of one year or less (Level One certificates) at a public institution.

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Tomball Advanced Programs (TAP)

TAP courses are designed to challenge motivated students and prepare them for success in college level course work in high school and in college. These courses typically move at a faster pace, are more academically challenging and require more independent learning and homework than academic courses. TAP courses also prepare students for College Board’s Advanced Placement (AP) and Dual Credit courses in high school where students can earn college credit.

Profile of a Successful TAP Course Student

TAP students should be independent learners who demonstrate:

Motivation

Some students take TAP classes because they are the best preparation for high school; others, for the academic challenge. Whatever the reason, students should apply their best effort.

Time Management and Organization

Beginning assignments when they are assigned, using planners and schedules when multiple projects are due, and developing the self-discipline to make academic achievement a priority are keys to success in TAP classes.

Positive Attitude

TAP courses demand more attention, work, and effort than a regular class. Students should persevere, and when faced with challenges, take the necessary steps to succeed in the class (tutorials, study groups, etc.). Students who can adjust to the rigor while in junior high find greater success in high school.

Strong Work Ethic

Students should be committed to their goals to be successful in TAP classes and demonstrate that commitment through good attendance, punctuality, and by showing respect for themselves and others. Students should expect to do a considerable amount of study and preparation outside of class, and to complete all assignments on time.