Science Academy Newsletter

October 2022

CONGRATS Science Academy!

TEA 2022 Accountability Ratings Released

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Niche Best Schools Rankings

STISD and campuses rank among the best in Niche Best Schools Rankings for ninth consecutive year!

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From the Desk of Mr. Gutierrez:

Congrats to Daniel Chen, Nikhil Veeramachaneni, and Richard Fleming for being named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists! Their PSAT/NMSQT scores were amongst the top in the state of Texas + nation. We are so proud! Great job, guys!

STISD Family,

We have big news! We signed an agreement with The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) to expand our current dual enrollment program to make each of our four high schools collegiate schools. Be on the lookout for additional information to come soon regarding campus celebrations and parent information sessions.

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Come join our Dragon Family!

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Downtown Harlingen Jackson Event

Saturday, Oct. 1st, 9am-3pm

East Jackson Avenue

Harlingen, TX

Come and see what amazing services we have to offer!

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NO SCHOOL - October 7th (Due to Staff Development)

NO SCHOOL - October 10th (Due to Columbus Day)

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October 3rd - National Bullying Prevention Day

October 19th - Unity Day - Wear Orange

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Testing Time!

Quarter One Exam Schedule

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It's Advanced Placement (AP) Registration Season!

As you make plans to register for AP exams, below are a few things to keep in mind:

- Preferred Registration Deadline- Oct. 4

- All AP and IB exams are fully covered by STISD (at $0 cost to you)

- Final Registration Deadline - Nov. 15

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9th TSI Test, 10th & 11th PSAT, & 12th SAT

Wednesday, Oct. 12th, 8am

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TSI Testing

Friday, Oct. 14th, 8am

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Moved from September 29th.

TSI Testing

Thursday, Oct. 27th, 8am

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Junior and Senior Priority. Links to register will be provided through class Teams.

Harvey Mudd College Visit

Monday, Oct. 3rd, 11:30am-1pm

Science Academy Go Center

John Hopkins University College

Tuesday, Oct. 4th, 11:30am-1pm

This is an online event.

Baylor University

Tuesday, Oct. 11th, 11:30am-1pm

Science Academy Go Center

Princeton University

Thursday, Oct. 13th, 11:30am-1pm

Science Academy Go Center

South Texas College Visit

Tuesday, Oct. 18th, 11:30am-1pm

Science Academy Go Center

FAFSA/TAFSA

Tuesday, Oct. 18th, 5:30-7pm

Science Academy Go Center

UT Austin, Texas A&M, STC and UTRGV will be here to assist.

Case Western Reserve University

Wednesday, Oct. 19th, 11:30am-1pm

Science Academy Go Center

University of Houston College Visit

Friday, Oct. 21st, 11:30am-1pm

Science Academy Go Center

From the Desk of Ms. Fernandez:

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From the desk of Mrs. Talavera

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Border Patrol

Monday, Oct. 24th, 11:30am-1pm

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Operation Detour Presentation

Behavioral Health Solutions

Tuesday, Oct. 25th, 11:30am-1pm

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Underage Drinking Presentation

Behavioral Health Solutions

Friday, Oct. 28th, 11:30am-1pm

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Abuse of Illicit and Prescription Drugs Presentation

Nurse's Nest

Please read the flyer to see what you can do to prevent spreading illnesses.
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Back-to-back champs!

Our Lady Dragons took the Championship title at this year's Volleyball Superintendent's Cup. Way to go, ladies!
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SciTech: Home of Champions!

Congratulations to our Boys Cross Country Team for winning the Superintendent's Cup and GiGi Gutierrez for winning the Girl's Varsity Individual competition.
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Our SENIORS and FRESHMEN reigned victorious at our September pep rallys! Who will win the October Spirit stick?!

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A huge shout out to our security staff and IT Professionals; thank you for all you do for our students, parents, and staff!

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