- Cedar Hill ISD
- FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the admission requirements for Collegiate Academy and High School?
Magnet Acceptance Criteria - Collegiate Academy & High School
Eligibility
- 80% average in core subjects (Reading/Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies)
- Minimum Measurement of Academic Progress MAP)
- 70% Math, 70% Reading
Required Documentation
- Most recent report card (for all students 2nd - 12th grade)
- MAP Scores or any norm-referenced test scores (for all students 2nd-12th grade)
- Existing IEP and/or 504 accommodation, if applicable
Magnet probation and dismissal
- All students accepted for one year
- Must meet discipline, attendance, and academic requirements (Transfer requirements)
- Probation
- Failure in core subjects-Teacher must implement the failure prevention plan
- 3 or more absences in a marking period
- 1 or more major referrals
- 80% average in core subjects (Reading/Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies)
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Who is eligible to apply?
All new and current scholars are eligible to apply for Cedar Hill ISD’s 2021-22 Choice Programs. Interested families are asked to complete an application in the late fall early winter identifying the program of their choice. If accepted, they will then be asked to complete the registration process in the spring.
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My family lives outside Cedar Hill. Can we still apply?
The district offers open enrollment; families who live outside of Cedar Hill are eligible to apply. For more information on the out of district transfer process, please click here.
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How do I apply?
Every scholar who is currently enrolled in a choice program will be rolled up for the 2021-22 school year contingent upon if they maintain good standing for the remainder of this school year.
If your child will not return next school year, log in to your SchoolMint account and click on the withdraw button. Please let us know your plans before January 22, 2021.
New families are asked to review the school choice programs available with Cedar Hill ISD at chisd.net/chooseyourseat. You will there you will find a link to chisd.schoolmint.net to begin the application.
Create a new account on the website if you have never applied for a CHISD Choice Program.
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My child is currently enrolled in a Cedar Hill ISD Choice Program. Do we need to reapply for the 2021-22 school year?
Every scholar who is currently enrolled in a choice program will be rolled up for the 2021-22 school year contingent upon if they maintain good standing for the remainder of this school year.
If your child will not return next school year, log in to your SchoolMint account and click on the withdraw button. Please let us know your plans before January 22, 2021.
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Who do I contact if I have questions about the application process?
Please contact Tellauance Graham, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services at tellauance.graham@chisd.net
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My family already lives within the attendance boundaries of the Choice Program campus my child wants to attend. Do we still need to apply?
Yes. However, if you live within Waterford Oaks Elementary’s or Bray Elementary’s attendance zone, you are not required to apply.
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Can I apply to multiple programs with one account?
Yes.
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How are scholars chosen for the programs?
Scholars who complete the application process are chosen through a lottery system. If there are any remaining seats or if seats open up, scholars from the waitlist will be offered a spot. Completing an application does not ensure enrollment.
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Is there tuition?
The majority of the school choice programs are free. Kindergarten through 12th grade scholars attend for free.
Pre-K tuition costs $450 per month ($225 for current CHISD employees) or free for those who qualify. PreK tuition applies only to Lake Ridge Montessori Program, Collegiate Prep Elementary, and Bray Elementary.
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When is the application window?
We will accept applications December 7 through January 22, 2021.
Every scholar who is currently enrolled in a choice program will be rolled up for the 2021-22 school year contingent upon if they maintain good standing for the remainder of this school year.
If your child will not return next school year, log in to your SchoolMint account and click on the withdraw button. Please let us know your plans before January 22, 2021.
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How will I know if my scholar has been accepted?
Parents will be notified via email regarding program admissions within two weeks of the application deadline, February 5, 2021.
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Is transportation provided to CHISD Choice Programs from outside of the neighborhood attendance zone?
Transportation will not be provided to choice programs outside of the neighborhood attendance zone.
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How do I get more information about the programs offered?
Visit chisd.net/chooseyourseat for a complete list of all CHISD Choice Programs, or you can contact the campus directly:
- Collegiate Prep Elementary - Call the campus at 972-293-4502.
- Computer Science Immersion at Waterford Oaks Elementary - Call the campus at 972-291-5290.
- Fine Arts Program at Bray Elementary - Call the campus at 972-291-4231.
- Montessori at Lake Ridge Elementary - Call the campus at 972-293-4501.
- Cedar Hill Collegiate Academy and High School - Call the campus at 469-272-2021.
- Early College Academy at Cedar Hill High School - Call the campus at 469.272.2000.
