Demographic Information for Student and Parent(s)/Guardian(s)

List of student’s 7th and 8th grade science and math teachers and their email addresses.

Student Letter/Essay:

Why the student wants to attend the Academy? What are you looking forward to by joining ACES?
What concerns the student about attending the Academy?
Special qualities the student will bring to the Academy.
What sets the student apart from other applicants?
Provide examples of activities, such as projects and other things that show interest, motivation, and commitment in math, science, engineering, technology, and leadership.

Student Resume

Include all 7th and 8th grade academic courses – state if level or honors
Extracurricular activities (in and out of school)
Leadership positions (in and out of school)
Awards received (in and out of school)
Work experience if applicable
Community service activities (in and out of school)

Optional Information

Students can include screenshots of SAT/ACT/other standardized test scores, awards, etc. Items must clearly contain the student’s name. Combine all documents/images into one file.

Report Card Grades

7th Grade Report Card Image – required for students not currently enrolled in a CISD school.
Current Grades – required for students not currently enrolled in a CISD school.

Standardized Test Scores

Applicants will be required to complete a standardized 8th grade PSAT 8/9 assessment. (All CISD 8th graders take this exam.)
Students not currently attending a CISD school/Private school students should provide PSAT 8/9 scores or other standardized scores if available.

Parent Essay

Why the student should be selected.
What are the reasons you want your student to attend ACES?
How the Academy will benefit the student.
The willingness to provide support for the student’s involvement in the Academy program.
The commitment to reinforce the Academy program in the home.
Interest in participation in Academy parent activities.
Ways in which the parent’s involvement will be beneficial to the advancing the Academy mission and goals.
Provide any additional information the Academy should know when evaluating your student's application.

Academy for Careers in Engineering and Science

Academy for Careers in Engineering and Science

Recruitment

Program Admissions

Thank you for your interest in the Academy for Careers in Engineering and Science.

Application Information

Program Overview & Headmaster's Welcome

Who is Eligible to Apply?

Qualifications for Consideration

Recruitment Events

Application & Process Timeline

Application Elements

Late Application