Aldine ISD’s Choice Schools Host Showcases for Upcoming School Year

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Are you still undecided? The Showcase Events target families still deciding where to apply for their child to attend school based on their interests in the 2023-2024 school year. Visit AldineISD.org/Choice to apply TODAY!

Undecided? Still, Have More Questions?

The district invites all families considering enrolling their child in a Choice School option for the 2022-2023 school year to attend in-person school showcases. These sessions will help families and their children learn more about AISD’s options to ensure students attend a school that is a better match for them. Students need not be zoned to Aldine ISD to attend a Choice School.

The 60-90-minute showcases will allow each Choice School’s representatives to share and discuss in-depth their unique programs and opportunities for students.

Apply for Admission to a Choice School for the 2023-2024 School Year

Click here to apply for a Choice School option in 2023-2024.
Click here to apply to attend a two-way dual-language (TWDL) school in 2023-2024.

Each Choice School to Host a Showcase Event

Each school will host a Showcase Event where students and their families can learn about campus programs, academic courses, and extracurricular activities. The start times for each School Showcase Event will vary.

You Have Options in Aldine ISD! Explore Your Opportunities!

Be on the lookout for flyers from Choice Schools with details about their programs and dates for their Showcase events.

Aldine Young Women’s Leadership Academy
Anderson Academy for Montessori & Fine Arts (Grades 1-4)
Avalos Pathways in Technology Early College High (P-TECH) School (Grades 9-12)
Blanson Career and Technology Education (CTE) HS (Grades 9-12)
Carter Academy for Performing & Visual Arts (Grades 1-5)
Carver High School (Magnet/P-TECH; Grades 9-12; )
Drew Academy for Math, Science, Technology & Fine Arts (Grades 7-8)
Eisenhower High School (Grades 9-12) — IB® Middle Years Program & IB® Diploma Program
Grantham Academy for Engineering (Grades 6-8)
Hall Success Academy (non-traditional; Grades 8-12)
Hoffman College Prep (Grades 6-8)
Houston Academy for Math, Science & Fine Arts (Grades 5-6)
Impact Leadership Academy (Grades 1-8; an all-boys school)
Kujawa Primary School (Early Childhood/Prekindergarten/Kindergarten) — IB® Primary Years Program
Kujawa Elementary School (Grades 1-5) — IB® Primary Years Program
La Promesa: Newcomer and Dual Language Experience
Reece Academy for Montessori, Direct Instruction & Fine Arts (Grades PreK-K)
Reed Academy for Engineering (Grades 1-5)
Shotwell Middle School (Grades 6-8) — IB® Middle Years Program
Victory Early College HS (Grades 9-12)

Dual Language Schools

De Santiago Primary School (PreK-K) 
García-Leza Primary School (PreK-K) 
Hinojosa Primary School (PreK-K) 
Magrill Primary School (PreK-K) 
Vines Primary School (PreK-K) 
La Promesa (Grades 9-11)

Why choose Choice Schools? — A Best-Fit School for Your Child

All children are unique. Each learns differently, has aspirations for different careers, and is interested in other subjects: the more options that suit a student’s interests, the better for the student. The district believes that if all students can attend a high-quality school that matches their interests, they will achieve their academic potential. Families and their children can choose from Aldine’s various unique educational programs throughout the district. Each program provides students with the support they need in their areas of interest and offers extracurricular activities.

Magnet Schools & International Baccalaureate Programs

Aldine ISD’s magnet schools offer many themes, including the Montessori method, direct instruction, and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics). Additionally, Aldine ISD offers the entire International Baccalaureate (IB®) continuum — Primary Years Program (PYP), Middle Years Program (MYP), and Diploma Program (DP). The IB® program provides a rigorous curriculum. The IB® Diploma Program is a globally recognized honor curriculum with many colleges and universities awarding credit upon exam .results

Early College, CTE & P-TECH, Newcomer/Dual Language, Non-Traditional, Single-Gender, and Middle School College Prep

Early College/CTE/P-TECH Schools: Students have opportunities ranging from industry certifications to associate degrees. They can earn college credit in high school and complete their degree sooner.

Non-Traditional School: For students who thrive better in a non-traditional setting, there is a campus open for students in Grades 8-12, where they go at their own pace while still staying on track to graduate.

Middle School College Prep: school students looking to get ahead and have a college preparatory experience can explore college and career pathways, college visits, academic support, and more.

Single-Gendered Schools: The all-girls school, which focuses on STEM, leadership, and college prep, will ts in Grades 6-9 in the 2023-2024 school year. The campus will continue to add a grade level each year to become a Grades 6-12 campus by 2027-2028. The all-boys school —focusing on college prep, leadership, and entrepreneurship — currently serves Grades 1, 2, and 6 but will continue to add grade levels until it is a Grade 1-8 school. The all-boys school also offers a unique partnership with Prairie View A&M University.

La Promesa: Newcomer and Dual Language Experience — The school will serve students in Grades 9-11 in the 2023-2024 school year but will continue to add a grade level each year to become a Grade 9-12 campus by 2025-2026. The school specializes in working with two groups: 1) newcomers — students living three or fewer years in the U.S. with little to no English proficiency or coming from countries where English is not the language spoken — 2) and students who know English but want to strengthen their Spanish skills and have a truly bilingual experience. All students receive rigorous academics and college readiness while ensuring they are bi-literate, bilingual, and bicultural.

Two-Way Dual Language Option — The two-way dual-language program, launched in the fall of 2019 in kindergarten classrooms, has expanded by a grade level each year. It will grow to be a K-12 program. Students must start the program in kindergarten at one of five campuses designated campuses with the program. Students develop bilingual, bi-literate, and bicultural skills and knowledge. Native English speakers and native Spanish speakers receive general academic instruction in two languages.

Who can join the School Showcase Events?

The Showcase Events a great for students applying for the 2023-2024 school year. Current Aldine ISD students or guardians are also welcome to attend. Students need not be zoned to Aldine ISD to attend a Choice School.

What to Expect

In addition to general information about campus programs and opportunities, school faculty will provide students and families with course selections for the coming academic year. Current students involved in their programs, extracurriculars, and other unique services and opportunities will be on hand to share their experiences.

For More Information

Contact the school or schools you are interested in for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will the applications be available for the 2023-2024 school year?

The Choice Schools application is now available online.

Click here to apply to a Choice School (non-dual language program).

Does the two-way dual language program have a different application?

Yes, the two-way dual language (TWDL) program — De Santiago, García-Leza, Hinojosa, Magrill, and Vines (La Promesa uses the other application form) — uses a different application than the other Choice School options. The application is available online.

Click here to apply to attend a two-way dual-language (TWDL) school in 2023-2024.

In the spring, schools will begin screening students for the program. To increase eligibility possibilities — the district delay screening to give students time to develop language.

If a family has follow-up questions or needs assistance completing the applications, they can reach out to the contact provided by each school.

How many schools can I choose for my child?

Families can choose up to three (3) schools ranking first, second, and third choice options.

NOTE: If a family only has ONE Choice School option they are interested in, they are advised to make that ONE their ONLY selection.

What happens if my first choice is unavailable?

If a family’s top Choice School option is unavailable, the second choice will be reviewed for seat availability.

When will the first lottery be held?

December 14, 2022

Questions/Information

For more information, visit AldineISD.org/Choice or email [email protected]. Contact the school that offers the two-way dual language (TWDL) program for details.