Bryan ISD Advanced Academics News
AP Exams
AP and IB season is soon upon us, and the final costs to students is being finalized as I type this sentence. I have been informed by TEA that the fee reductions for students who qualify for Free and Reduced Lunch bring the total cost per exam for these students down to $7! For students who do not qualify for Free and Reduced Lunch, the cost per exam will be only $35. A great bargain for the opportunity to earn college credit.
Please encourage your AP students to sign up for the exams.
AP Exam Dates
Dates for Upcoming AP Exams
Week 1
Monday,
May 2
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Psychology
Tuesday,
May 3
Computer Science A
Spanish Language and Culture
Art History
Physics 1: Algebra-Based
Wednesday,
May 4
English Literature and Composition
Japanese Language and Culture
Physics 2: Algebra-Based
Thursday,
May 5
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chinese Language and Culture
Seminar
Friday,
May 6
German Language and Culture
United States History
European History
Studio Art—last day for Coordinators to submit digital portfolios (by 8 p.m. EDT) and to gather 2-D Design and Drawing students for physical portfolio assembly
Week 2
Monday,
May 9
Biology
Music Theory
Physics C: Mechanics
Physics C:
Electricity and Magnetism
Tuesday,
May 10
United States Government and Politics
French Language and Culture
Spanish Literature and Culture
Wednesday,
May 11
English Language and Composition
Italian Language and Culture
Macroeconomics
Thursday,
May 12
Comparative Government and Politics
World History
Statistics
Friday,
May 13
Human Geography
Microeconomics
ACT/SAT Prep Sessions
The district will be offering Saturday prep sessions for both the ACT and SAT in anticipation of the April 9 ACT and the May 7 SAT.
The sessions will serve as introductions to the structure and content of the exams, as well as offering strategies for exam success.
ACT Prep Session:
March 26 from 8-12
Location: TBD
SAT Prep Session:
April 23 from 8-12
Location: TBD
Khan Academy on the Format of the New SAT
Branch Elementary's Destination Imagination Teams
Branch elementary had twenty one students in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades compete in the Destination Imagination competition in Conroe, TX on February 20th.
One team focused on the "meme" - Service Project - and they are raising awareness and funds for the Aggieland Humane Society.
One team did "mystery" - "Get a Clue".
One team performed the "improv" - Close Encounters.
Branch also has two "Rising Stars teams" - students in 1st and 2nd grade - with a total of sixteen students. Both teams did the "Change in Direction" challenge.
IB Contact
Laura Wagner
979-209-2412Scholars Academy
The Bryan ISD Scholars Program will be offered at Rudder High School from June 13 – June 23, 12:30pm to 3:30pm, Monday through Thursday. In addition, Scholars will meet four Saturdays (free if you attend the Summer sessions) in the fall prior to the PSAT test which will be given in October. Dates, times, and location for the Saturday meetings will be given to students in June.
The district has initiated this program for the following reasons:
¨ Increase your student’s scores on the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT),
¨ Increase the number of scholarships received by your student,
¨ Increase your student’s chances of being accepted to a prestigious college/university,
¨ Increase your student’s chances of being a National Merit Semifinalist.
The program is offered for $80 (students qualifying for free or reduced lunch will pay $40) and is comparable to private training programs that cost hundreds of dollars.
The content of the program will enable students to learn techniques and strategies for answering questions on the verbal and math portions of the PSAT and SAT. The teachers chosen to teach this program are highly trained professionals who are knowledgeable about PSAT/SAT testing. They have been selected for their commitment, instruction expertise, and ability to motivate students.
The deadline for registration and payment is May 1, 2016 and may be returned to:
BHS: Blake Allen, blake.allen@bryanisd.org
RHS: Dora Cruz, dora.cruz@bryanisd.org
BCHS: Tommy Roberts, tommy.roberts@bryanisd.org
For further information please contact:
Rachael Branch
979-209-6600
or
Rick Odum
Advanced Academics Coordinator
Teaching Kids about the Brain
Rick Odum
Email: Rick.Odum@bryanisd.org
Website: http://www.bryanisd.org
Location: 101 N Texas Ave, Bryan, TX, United States
Phone: 979-209-1072