Board of Trustees Charles Chadwell Diane M. Cox Suzi J. David Nikki Gonzales Edward L. Hanna Mason Moses Steve Math RRISD Administration Dr. Steve Flores, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Daniel Presley, Senior Chief of Schools & Innovation Mandy Estes, Chief of Teaching & Learning Dr. Nancy Guerrero, Area Superintendent of the Cedar Ridge Learning Community John Yonker, Area Superintendent of the McNeil Learning Community Carla Amacher, Area Superintendent of the Round Rock Learning Community Natalie Nichols, Area Superintendent of the Stony Point Learning Community Rebecca Donald, Area Superintendent of the Westwood Learning Community Marie Gonzalez, Executive Director of Special Education and 504 Services Darrell Emanuel, Director of Curriculum Dr. Christina Wiswell, Director of Counseling and Student Support Services Note: Any addendums to the Course Catalog will be posted on www.roundrockisd.org 1 | P a g e Vision Statement The Round Rock Independent School District will be a place of nurturing, compassion, truth, happiness, respect, creativity, research, and self-actualization. All students and teachers will be inspired to become partners in the quest for knowledge. Mission Statement The mission of Round Rock Independent School District is to provide exemplary education, guidance, and encouragement to empower all students to reach their individual potential and become contributing members of a diverse community. Message to Students and Parents The Round Rock Independent School District develops the Course Catalog to assist in planning your program. The information provided in this publication is designed to assist students and parents in planning and making appropriate choices for the student’s high school career. RRISD graduation requirements as well as your own individual needs should be considered as you select your semester and yearly courses. Select your courses carefully since schedule changes may be limited. Note: Courses in this catalog may not be available on all campuses or may not be offered in a given year. The RRISD Board of Trustees, administrators, counselors, and teachers want your high school experience to be both fruitful and enjoyable. Occasionally, changes occur in course requirements due to action by the Texas Legislature and/or the Texas State Board of Education (SBOE). Your counselor will communicate any changes that are required. Otherwise, you will graduate with the course requirements in place when you enter your freshman year in high school. The 2018-2019 Course Catalog cover was designed by Kathryn Kelly, a student of Elise Arellano who teaches at Cedar Ridge High School. NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination, Round Rock Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender or disability in employment or in providing education services, activities, and programs, including CTE programs, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title XI of the Educational Amendments of 1972; and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), as amended, which incorporates and expands upon the requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. For concerns regarding discrimination on the basis of disability, contact RRISD’s Office of Special Education/504 at 512- 464-5140. All other concerns regarding discrimination should be addressed to RRISD’s Office of Legal Services at 512- 464-5036. Round Rock Independent School District 1311 Round Rock Avenue / Round Rock, TX 78681 / (512) 464-5000 https://www.roundrockisd.org 2 | P a g e Note: Any addendums to the Course Catalog will be posted on www.roundrockisd.org Middle Schools C. D. Fulkes Middle School Hernandez Middle School 300 West Anderson Avenue 1901 Sunrise Road Round Rock, TX 78664 Round Rock, TX 78664 (512) 428-3100 (512) 424-8800 Canyon Vista Middle School Hopewell Middle School 8455 Spicewood Springs Road 1535 Gulf Way Austin, TX 78759 Round Rock, TX 78664 (512) 464-8100 (512) 464-5200 Cedar Valley Middle School Pearson Ranch Middle School 8139 Racine Trail 8901 Pearson Ranch Road Austin, TX 78717 Austin, Texas 78717 (512) 428-2300 (512) 704-1500 Chisholm Trail Middle School Ridgeview Middle School 500 Oakridge 2000 Via Sonoma Trail Round Rock, TX 78681 Round Rock, TX 78664 (512) 428-2500 (512) 424-8400 Deerpark Middle School Walsh Middle School 8849 Anderson Mill Road 3850 Walsh Ranch Boulevard Austin, TX 78729 Round Rock, TX 78681 (512) 464-6600 (512) 704-0940 Grisham Middle School 10805 School House Lane Austin, TX 78750 (512) 428-2650 High Schools Cedar Ridge High School (CRHS) Round Rock Opportunity Center 2801 Gattis School Road (RROC) Round Rock, TX 78664 931 Luther Peterson Place (512) 704-0100 Round Rock, TX 78665 (512) 428-2900 Early College High School (ECHS) ACC Round Rock Stony Point High School (SPHS) 4400 College Park Drive 1801 Tiger Trail Round Rock, TX 78665 Round Rock, TX 78664 (512) 704-1650 (512) 428-7000 McNeil High School (MHS) Success High School (SHS) 5720 McNeil Drive 500 Gattis School Road Austin, TX 78729 Round Rock, TX 78664 (512) 464-6300 (512) 704-1300 Round Rock High School (RRHS) Westwood High School (WHS) 201 Deep Wood Drive 12400 Mellow Meadow Drive Round Rock, TX 78681 Austin, TX 78750 (512) 464-6000 (512) 464-4000 Note: Any addendums to the Course Catalog will be posted on www.roundrockisd.org 3 | P a g e ROUND ROCK ISD GRADUATE PROFILE A student who graduates from Round Rock ISD will be able to demonstrate the following characteristics: Seeks Knowledge and Understanding Initiates own learning Has a foundation in core academic areas Knows of and appreciates the arts and humanities Uses effective learning techniques to acquire and apply knowledge Applies numerical reasoning strategies to problems Understands world issues and current events Takes intellectual risks in learning Exhibits enthusiasm for learning in life Thinks Critically and Solves Problems Defines problems, hypothesizes, and becomes actively involved in creative problem solving Organizes and processes information productively Generates new ideas Analyzes and adapts to changing environments Makes decisions based on facts Listens and Communicates Effectively Exchanges ideas and information in writing, verbally, and visually Communicates effectively in a second language Uses Technology as a Tool Selects appropriate tools and procedures to accomplish tasks and create products Uses technology to access, organize, and process information Consistently applies technical reasoning skills Interacts Effectively with Others Develops and maintains positive relationships with others Works successfully in teams Leads by communicating ideas and motivating others Works collaboratively with persons of different beliefs, interests, and backgrounds to build consensus Plans and acts as a systems thinker Knows and appreciates cultural and linguistic diversity Exhibits Strong Personal Qualities Demonstrates initiative and perseverance Identifies personal goals Accepts responsibility for his/her own actions Recognizes and responds to societal needs Values and participates in the democratic process Maintains wellness and balance in life Has an interest in issues of social justice and equity 4 | P a g e Note: Any addendums to the Course Catalog will be posted on www.roundrockisd.org Table of Contents Planning Your High School Program ...............................................................................................................................6 Foundation Plan Graduation Requirements ................................................................................................................6 STAAR EOC Assessments - Required for Graduation .............................................................................................. 14 College Readiness Standards and the TSI (Texas Success Initiative) ............................................................... 14 Earning College Credit While in High School ............................................................................................................. 15 Advanced Placement (AP) Courses .............................................................................................................................................. 15 Articulated Credit Courses ............................................................................................................................................................... 15 Dual Credit and Concurrent Enrollment .................................................................................................................................... 15 Early College High School ................................................................................................................................................................. 19 International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme ................................................................................................................ 20 RRISD Academies ................................................................................................................................................................. 21 Grade Point Average (GPA) and Rank in Class (RIC) .............................................................................................. 29 General Information about the High School Program ........................................................................................... 30 Admission and Placement