Vanguard Magnet Updates
November 2023

Magnet News
Enrollment and Application Process Survey
The HISD team is working to make the application process work better for more families. We need your input to do that. Please take a moment to complete a brief survey.
GT Testing
Parents of second graders (all second graders will be tested this year) and parents of students who have previously been identified as gifted and talented do not need to request additional testing.
GT Testing Dates
Wave 1: 11/13-12/8
Wave 2: 12/11-12/16
Please fill out the GT Testing requesting below. In addition, please email Ms. Santiago regarding GT testing requests.
Each of these events is an opportunity for families to learn more about HISD’s magnet and specialty programming and find a school that meets their child’s unique needs and interests. Please stop by:
- Saturday, Oct. 28, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Northside High School
- Saturday, Nov. 4, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Westside High School
- Saturday, Nov. 11, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Bellaire High School
- Saturday, Dec. 2, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Milby High School
USEFUL LINKS
Upcoming Events
School Tours - Ongoing
Visit us Thursday from 9:00 am - 10:00 am.
If you are interested in a school tour during other hours, please email Ms. Santiago at esantiag@houstonisd.org.Carrillo Elementary, Vanguard Magnet School Houston ISD
Edith Santiago