2014
Application La Vega Early
College High School
Application
LVISD
2015-2016 Application for Admission
School Information
In Spring, 2014, the La Vega Independent School District developed the La Vega Early College High School (LVECHS).
This unique school is specifically designed to provide students the opportunity to begin college during the ninth grade.
This school redefines the typical comprehensive high school experience by providing a school-within-a-school setting
housed within La Vega High Sc hool. This program enables students to progress seamlessly from the ninth grade
through the first two years of college earning both their high school Distinguished Diploma and their Associates Degree
and/or required certifications.
Section A. Student Information
Name:
 Male
Last
First
 Female
Middle
Current Address
Date Of Birth
(Month/Day/Year):
Student Cell Phone:
Student Social Security Number:
Student E-mail Address:
Current Grade:
If applicable, name of sibling/relative attending LVECHS:
The name of the person(s) with whom you reside:
Relationship of the person(s) with whom you reside:
How did you hear about Challenge ECHS?
Do you currently participate in any special programs? Please check all that apply:
 Gifted/Talented
Please check one:
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Dyslexia/504

Special Education
 African American

Asian/Pacific Islander

Hispanic

Speech

White

Bilingual/ESL

Migrant
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Other (Please specify)
Student Survey
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9.
What language is spoken most in the home?
Do you currently receive free and/or reduced lunch?
Yes No
How many days of school have you missed this school year?
How many discipline referrals have you had this school year?
Are you the oldest child?
If not, what is your birth order?
How many brothers/sisters do you have?
sisters brothers
Has anyone attended college in your immediate family (brother, sister, mom, or dad)?
 Yes If yes, please identify
Associates Bachelors Some hours
 No
Do you have a computer at home?
 Yes If yes, do you have access to the internet?
Yes 
No
 No
How many books have you read this school year?
2015-2016 Application for Admission
Section B. Parent Information
Parent/Guardian Name:
Social Security Number (Optional):
Address:
City/State/Zip Code
Home Phone:
Parent/Guardian E-mail Address:
Parent/Guardian Work Phone:
Parent/Guardian Cell Phone:
Parent/Guardian Alternate E-mail:
Section C. Student Response
Applicant, please answer the following questions in your own handwriting.
1.
Why do you want to attend LVECHS instead of a traditional high school? What do you want your
high school experience to entail (academics, extra-curricular, student government)?
2.
Please describe a relationship with a teacher that offered you a challenge. How would this experience
help you be successful at LVECHS?
1. Represent yourself in the box below (write, draw, collage, etc):
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Section C. Parent Response
The following questions should be answered by the parent/guardian of the applicant.
1.
Why do you want your child to attend La Vega Early College High School?
2.
What do you see as your child’s greatest strength?
3.
Please comment on your child’s relationship with family members, teachers, and mentors who have
influenced his/her development.
Section D. Selection Process
Applications must be submitted and/or postmarked no later than May 15, 2015. All applications
received after the deadline will be processed and placed directly on the wait list. Students who
qualify and submit completed applications by the deadline will be placed into a lottery for admissions
consideration.
RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATIONS TO:
MAIL:
PHONE:
FAX:
La Vega Early College High School
Attention: Admissions Coordinator
555 North Loop 340
Waco, Texas 76705
254.799.4951
254.799.0720
REMEMBER…
Completed applications and ALL required documents must be submitted and/or postmarked by May 15, 2015.
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REQUIRED ITEMS CHECKLIST
FOR ALL ADMISSION
 Completed Application (all sections)
 Current health record (Shot record )
 Proof of residency (lease agreement, gas, electrical, or water bill)
 Required Items Checklist Page (this page)
 Two Academic Reference Forms from an English, Math, Science, or Social Studies Teacher
(This form must be sealed and returned by May 15, 2015).
Please include copies of all paperwork from the current and previous school year concerning any of the following. If this
does not apply, please write “n/a” in the spaces provided. In order to properly serve our students, we cannot accept
documentation after the start of school.
FOR 9TH GRADE ADMISSION:
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A copy of all district and state achievement test scores for the 7th grade year.
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The student’s report card for the end of the 7th grade year.
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A copy of the student’s 8th grade report card (most recent cycle).
FOR 10TH GRADE ADMISSION (Not applicable for 2015):
 A copy of all district and state achievement test scores for the 8th grade year.
 The student’s end of year report card for the 8th grade year.
 A copy of the student’s 9th grade report card (most recent cycle).
 An unofficial copy of the student’s current transcript.
By signing below, I acknowledge and agree that an incomplete application or failure to submit ALL
required documentation will void the application, resulting in removal from admission consideration.
Parent Signature:
Date:
Student Signature:
Date:
It is the policy of the La Vega Independent School District not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, handicap or disability, ancestry, national origin,
marital status, race, religion, sex, veteran status or political affiliation in its education or employment programs and activities, as required by Title VI of
the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; as
amended.
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LA VEGAINDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Waco, Texas
LA VEGA EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL
Teacher Recommendation Form
2014 - 2015
I hereby give you permission to complete the following reference request furnished by La Vega Independent School District
and to forward the completed form to LVISD. I understand that this information will become part of my application and is
considered CONFIDENTIAL and will not be revealed to me.
Student’s Name: First Name
Last Name
School
NOTE: This form is to remain CONFIDENTIAL. It should be submitted in a SEALED ENVELOPE with the
application.
The student named above is applying for admission to the La Vega Early College High School. A forthright evaluation is extremely
helpful in choosing among high qualified candidates. Please evaluate the student applicant by checking the appropriate column.
Academic Characteristics
Often
Occasionally
Rarely
Cannot
Evaluate
Accepts responsibility for learning
Makes decisions independent of peers
Works well with peers
Communicates ideas effectively
Completes tasks
Works independently
Accepts personal responsibility for actions
Accepts academic challenges
Has interests beyond the classroom
Shows respect for authority
Social/Emotional Characteristics
Strong
Good
Average
Fair
Cannot
Evaluate
Emotional Stability
Creativity
Adaptability
Judgment/Common Sense
Maturity
Patience with others
Leadership
Initiative/Enthusiasm
Motivation
Thoughtfulness
Integrity/Honesty
What other insights/comments do you wish to convey to the Admissions Review Committee regarding this applicant?
Teacher’s Name (please print)
School
Date
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LA VEGAINDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Waco, Texas
LA VEGA EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL
Teacher Recommendation
Form 2014 - 2015
I hereby give you permission to complete the following reference request furnished by La Vega Independent School District
and to forward the completed form to LVISD. I understand that this information will become part of my application and is
considered CONFIDENTIAL and will not be revealed to me.
Student’s Name: First Name
Last Name
School
NOTE: This form is to remain CONFIDENTIAL. It should be submitted in a SEALED ENVELOPE with the
application.
The student named above is applying for admission to the La Vega Early College High School. A forthright evaluation is extremely
helpful in choosing among high qualified candidates. Please evaluate the student applicant by checking the appropriate column.
Academic Characteristics
Often
Occasionally
Rarely
Cannot
Evaluate
Accepts responsibility for learning
Makes decisions independent of peers
Works well with peers
Communicates ideas effectively
Completes tasks
Works independently
Accepts personal responsibility for actions
Accepts academic challenges
Has interests beyond the classroom
Shows respect for authority
Social/Emotional Characteristics
Strong
Good
Average
Fair
Cannot
Evaluate
Emotional Stability
Creativity
Adaptability
Judgment/Common Sense
Maturity
Patience with others
Leadership
Initiative/Enthusiasm
Motivation
Thoughtfulness
Integrity/Honesty
What other insights/comments do you wish to convey to the Admissions Review Committee regarding this applicant?
Teacher’s Name (please print)
School
Date
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