https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk en-us 2022-08-05 20:33:14 UTC 2025-11-25 14:06:16 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270647652 how do you open pdfs on canvas courses, do you need box account?
You should not need a Box account to access documents. Please message your teacher in Canvas if you have any issues. ]]> 2022-08-24 22:37:49 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270647652 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270647819 Why are students not able to add a preferred name and or pronouns to their account?
Skyward requires the school to use their legal name. Canvas will allow students to use a preferred name. ]]> 2022-08-24 22:38:08 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270647819 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270648186 Unfortunately, we do not have any UT opportunities for students. ]]> 2022-08-24 22:38:49 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270648186 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270648201 how should I know what I need to deliver this week?]]> 2022-08-24 22:38:51 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270648201 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270648336 what is the quickest way to reach out student support/ advisor?]]> 2022-08-24 22:39:07 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270648336 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270648457 where is the exact location of the reading material?]]> 2022-08-24 22:39:21 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270648457 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270648512 When changing classes do the grades from the previous class carry over and if not, do we have to start the new course from the very beginning?

I'm not exactly sure I understand.  If you fail a semester class, you have to retake it and yes, you start from the beginning.

re: Sorry I meant schedule changing, ex: switching from Precal to AQR, would the grades from Precal before the schedule change carry to the grades in AQR or is it required to start AQR from the beginning?
You would need to start the different course from the beginning. ]]> 2022-08-24 22:39:27 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270648512 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270649032 Q:Do I have to login everday for 1hr for every class, is that accurate? 

You are expected to spend an hour in each class, each day, like a traditional, in-person school]]> 2022-08-24 22:40:21 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270649032 melissabrooks2 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270649312 2022-08-24 22:40:50 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270649312 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270650435 yes, but if you will be out of the state or more than a week, please let us know. ]]> 2022-08-24 22:43:09 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270650435 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270651048 I know the guidelines say no other electronics.  It was unclear if they can be in a room with electronics if those are off.  For example the rooms in our house all have a TV or other computer, etc.  If you can see those are off is that acceptable?
Please make sure that all devices around the students are off. ]]> 2022-08-24 22:44:28 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270651048 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270651409 Q: Is an ipad an acceptable device to do school work on?

You need to make sure that it meets the posted processing speed and other general requirements.]]> 2022-08-24 22:44:56 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270651409 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270652369 is professional communications/speech and health required for graduation?
Professional communication is required for graduation at UTHS. Health is not. ]]> 2022-08-24 22:46:52 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270652369 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270652715 Please email the counselor box and we can check your name. An email will be sent out soon to those registered. ]]> 2022-08-24 22:47:37 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270652715 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270653114 Our CBE windows for diploma students can be found on the UTHS website here-https://highschool.utexas.edu/gt We will email out to all when those have been established. ]]> 2022-08-24 22:48:29 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270653114 melissabrooks2 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270653274 2022-08-24 22:48:50 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270653274 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270655205 Is the live lesson only tutoring or are we required to join them each week?

We also provide regular tutoring in addition to the live sessions and office hour meetings.]]> 2022-08-24 22:52:39 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270655205 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270656228 Should one finish a grade early can you move to the next grade immediately or would you have to wait till the next school year?

You would have to wait until the next semester to begin.]]> 2022-08-24 22:54:53 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270656228 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270657130 The Pacing Guides can be found in Skyward under District Links. ]]> 2022-08-24 22:56:37 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270657130 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270657342 Unless that information has been provided to the school, you need to notify the teacher.  Remember, you are working at your own pace and have some flexibility in completing your work. The semester end date for our courses is not flexible. 

]]> 2022-08-24 22:57:06 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270657342 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270657700 If you finish the course work ahead of schedule, can you take the final exam early?
Yes, your course will move with you through the modules. You can complete the course ahead of the Pacing Guide. ]]> 2022-08-24 22:57:51 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270657700 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270659134 A little confused as to how we'll see the actual schedule for synch meeting options/times :)

You'll see links available in Canvas.  So as you proceed through your courses, you'll see links to access the office hours / tutoring.

Thanks!!!! :) ]]> 2022-08-24 23:00:47 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270659134 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270659565 Does UT offer MS OFFICE 360 license as most school districts offer? :) 
no, I'm sorry. We do not.

Thanks! Understood - easy to purchase 99/year 

]]> 2022-08-24 23:01:34 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270659565 melissabrooks2 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270660295 2022-08-24 23:02:56 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270660295 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270660315 If I were to complete the final semester exam before the due date, will I be able to access the next semester early?

Unfortunately not. You would have to wait until the next semester begins to access that course material.]]> 2022-08-24 23:02:58 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270660315 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270660473 Will there be any opportunities to socialize with other students whether that is online or in person? I reckon it would be a lonely feeling to be by myself the entire time. 

Unfortunately, we do not have anything in place for students to interact at this time.]]> 2022-08-24 23:03:15 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270660473 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270660874 Can I take more than 7 classes a semester?

Seven is the maximum we allow for each semester for grades 9-12.]]> 2022-08-24 23:04:02 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270660874 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270661941 You will need to register for the tests. If you want to take the exams at UTHS, you can do that. If you don't live close enough, you'll have to sign up through College Board to take it at a local school]]> 2022-08-24 23:06:06 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270661941 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270662716 How many courses are we taking each year?

You will take 7 courses per semester and earn 7 credits a year (assuming you pass!) :-)]]> 2022-08-24 23:07:08 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270662716 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270663619 My name is _____. I am in Physics and Honors Biology and I noticed its a freshman class, I am a junior. Can I change the Honors class? and change Physics to Dual credit?

Please reach out to your counselor on your scheduling options.]]> 2022-08-24 23:08:41 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270663619 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270663986 You would need to register for those at your local community college or with the UT Extension program (though your community college is likely free or a reduced cost for in-district students).  You can find an outside course request form in Skyward under District Links to request the course wanted.  Do not sign up for anything before we approve it.]]> 2022-08-24 23:09:24 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270663986 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270664550 Is there a link to the schedule change form or do we just email the counselor?

You can access it online. I have dropped the schedule change form in entry.]]> 2022-08-24 23:10:27 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270664550 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270664750 These are not required at this time, but highly recommended to help support you. ]]> 2022-08-24 23:10:47 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270664750 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270664934 You will need to register.  Information will go out when it is time to do that. We offer it here at UTHS, but if you don't live nearby, you'll need to register to take it at your local school. Our AP Coordinator contact is melissa.freeman@austin.utexas.edu ]]> 2022-08-24 23:10:59 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270664934 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270664986 Is World Geography considered an elective? On my career plan it says it is considered an elective. ]]> 2022-08-24 23:11:06 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270664986 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270665051 All forms must be submitted by Sept 2nd. (the second Friday of each semester)]]> 2022-08-24 23:11:13 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270665051 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270665367 Typically no. The school that you will compete in will have to verify if you are eligible. Many times you must be an active full time student with them. ]]> 2022-08-24 23:11:28 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270665367 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270665400 What happens if I don't spend 1hr for each class online everday?

It's likely you will not be successful in your classes.]]> 2022-08-24 23:11:32 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270665400 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270665598 We do offer it. It falls between Biology and Chemistry. ]]> 2022-08-24 23:11:53 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270665598 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270665730 Please email the counselor email to check on your question. ]]> 2022-08-24 23:12:06 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270665730 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270665853 We are interested in changing two courses and have submitted the Schedule Change Request Form. Should students continue working on those courses they are currently in while waiting on finding out if they are able to change classes?
Yes, please continue to work in all courses while changes are reviewed for approval. ]]> 2022-08-24 23:12:19 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270665853 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666158 Will we receive a cap and gown for graduation?

Yes, we will provide both when you arrive for the ceremony]]> 2022-08-24 23:12:52 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666158 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666252 Should we email the schedule change form to our specific counselor or to the generic email?]]> 2022-08-24 23:13:04 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666252 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666291 Is there still time to request an outside professional boxing acceptable for PE?

Email the counselor's for a request form.]]> 2022-08-24 23:13:08 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666291 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666292  is computer science required

It is an elective class. Not required, however, you are required to take 5.5 elective credits and we offer less than traditional in-person schools]]> 2022-08-24 23:13:08 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666292 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666330 Could you please clarify the basic username/password format for Canvas? I've heard it's supposed to sync with Skyward, but my Canvas account doesn't seem to be doing that.

please contact edservices@austin.utexas.edu

]]> 2022-08-24 23:13:12 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666330 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666338 You may not take a credit by exam for a class you are currently taking.]]> 2022-08-24 23:13:13 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666338 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666344 I have English 3 and English 4, but I am only supposed to take English 4. Do I just request a schedule change? Also, with some of my previous credits, I could potentially not have to take certain courses. Do I just wait for those to be filled in at a later date and drop certain classes later? 

You can request a schedule change to drop the courses you do not need. I would also recommend contacting your counselor to ensure that you have the correct courses. ]]> 2022-08-24 23:13:14 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666344 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666427 Yes, all 9th-11th grade students must be in seven courses each semester. ]]> 2022-08-24 23:13:19 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666427 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666685 Can you go over the pacing guide in more detail I want to make sure I stay on track or can you tell me who I can speak with about more details on using the pacing guide. 

I would suggest you to message your teacher about it.]]> 2022-08-24 23:13:49 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666685 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666699 How many classes are required to take for your senior year?
The minimum number is 4 per semester.]]> 2022-08-24 23:13:50 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666699 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666913 How do you get into the program?
You can find all GT information on the UTHS website here-https://highschool.utexas.edu/gt]]> 2022-08-24 23:14:13 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666913 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666953 where will the graduation ceremony be held?

AT UT Austin! And it is a beautiful ceremony! You don't want to miss it!]]> 2022-08-24 23:14:18 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270666953 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270667699 Is it okay to tackle 2-3 courses per day instead of all 7? My student is finding it works best for him to concentrate on the weekly objectives for one class at a time and then move to the next course- but ensuring all pace guidelines are met for the week on all classes. 

From past experience, we have learned that students who do this tend to be very unsuccessful.  Most of those students don't do very well. It is recommended to work in all courses for an hour a day. ]]> 2022-08-24 23:15:15 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270667699 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270667824 Aside from the 5 STARR EOC exams is there an additional exam in their senior year or do they just have to pass those 5?

These exams are it. If you are going on to college you should take either SAT / ACT. But for graduating high school, those 5 are it.]]> 2022-08-24 23:15:28 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270667824 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270668024 Is attendance required at live lessons?

These are not required at this time, but highly recommended to help support you. ]]> 2022-08-24 23:15:50 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270668024 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270668378 So I'm swapping from my original school of LHS to the online program of UTHS because I'm currently incapable of attending my highschool in person for now. So I was wondering if there'd be problems if I were to swap back to my original school with in person learning, after having already attended a year of UTHS through virtual. Will I be held back a year if I were to do so, or will my college credits be added up and totaled across both UTHS and my highschool?

UTHS is a public high school and your grades will carry over. Make sure to not leave before your semester ends, however]]> 2022-08-24 23:16:24 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270668378 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270668609 We offer tutoring sessions.  Talk to your math teacher about signing up for those.  Plus, there will be office hours.

You may also want to talk to your family about hiring a local tutor if you are really struggling. There are many students (like NHS) that need volunteer hours as well-you might contact a local school near you. ]]> 2022-08-24 23:16:51 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270668609 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270668730 If I were to take CLEP exams during the semester (past the schedule change date), would my schedule be changed to "senior" courses or would it remain empty until next year?

We only offer Credit by Exams (CBE), but will not allow students to take them for courses they are currently registered for. You may look at your spring courses or next year courses that you feel you already know the content as options. You will need to reply when the CBE window is sent out by email this fall. ]]> 2022-08-24 23:16:59 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270668730 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270668784 Who do we contact to advise as to where my child will take his EOC exam? Email address? 

If we elect to choose for him to take it at UT do we register with you as well?

By when must we notify you as out location for EOC? 

Our administration team will be contacting all students when it is time for STAAR testing]]> 2022-08-24 23:17:05 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270668784 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270668817 If you student received the full credit for a STAAR/EOC tested subject outside of Texas or in a private school, they will be exempt for that test. If you have more questions, please email the counselor email. ]]> 2022-08-24 23:17:08 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270668817 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270668955 Where do we find testing sites and how do we communicate where we will go? Thanks!

Information will go out about this.  If you do not come to UTHS for testing, you will need to contact a local school]]> 2022-08-24 23:17:24 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270668955 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270669290 Are there any student clubs?  

Unfortunately, we do not have any student clubs.]]> 2022-08-24 23:18:00 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270669290 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270669390 Unfortunately, we do not have one at this time. If we begin the process, we will notify our students. ]]> 2022-08-24 23:18:12 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270669390 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270669482 And what is the timeline for communicating this? 
As we get closer to testing, we will coordinate with you on your testing location. We like to coordinate at least 3-6 weeks prior to the test.]]> 2022-08-24 23:18:23 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270669482 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270669498 Do we get a school gmail?
UTHS does not provide an email account.]]> 2022-08-24 23:18:25 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270669498 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270669684 Are you in the international program. Please contact your counselor, Ms Barnes, to discuss this]]> 2022-08-24 23:18:45 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270669684 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270669723 Is there an expectation students are required to be in advisory everyday for an hour?

Advisory is not an hour each day, but please stay up on all the assignments that are due]]> 2022-08-24 23:18:48 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270669723 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270669725 No, we do not have a PTA. But feel free to bring us baked goods! haha. Just kidding.]]> 2022-08-24 23:18:49 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270669725 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270669849 Do you all assist the students to be able to register to take the PSAT?

We have already sent out a sign up email to all 10th an 11th graders for our October testing date. The time period to sign up with UTHS has passed, but your student can find many resources on CollegeBoard.com for support. You can also reach out to area high schools to see if they will allow you to join their date. ]]> 2022-08-24 23:19:00 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270669849 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270670443 Please look through the UTHS Course Offerings chart shared here in the Padlet to see all courses. ]]> 2022-08-24 23:19:40 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270670443 stephperrysells https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270670480 on canvas]]> 2022-08-24 23:19:43 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270670480 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270670526 Are we required to work for an hour in each class per day, or is it just a suggestion?   Do we also have to log in every day if we're able to finish the suggested work before the date?

We find that students who do not spend an hour each day in each class are not as successful. And remember, we can see when you are logging in, what you are looking at and doing and for how long. That doesn't affect your grade, but when students come to us and say they don't know why they aren't doing well because they work an hour in each class a day, we can tell if that is true. Please spend as much time as you can in each class in order to be successful! We're rooting for you!]]> 2022-08-24 23:19:49 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270670526 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270670794 Can students retake exams regardless of their first attempt grade?
 Only if you failed it and you are failing the course.]]> 2022-08-24 23:20:12 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270670794 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270671578 2022-08-24 23:21:16 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270671578 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270671885 2022-08-24 23:21:48 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270671885 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270671889 When do we register for the AP exam?
Please see response above. ]]> 2022-08-24 23:21:48 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270671889 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270672123 If I have a student starting 9th grade but they did not take 8th grade STAAR testing, do they need to do the "retake" in December to make those tests up?

No, they will not need to make up their missed 8th grade STAAR. They may be required to take part in additional tutoring as part of HB4545.

]]> 2022-08-24 23:22:11 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270672123 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270672220 Are calculators provided for higher math courses (i.e. Pre-cal, AP Calculus AB, etc.) or will students have to purchase their own?

We ask parents to provide this for students.]]> 2022-08-24 23:22:23 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270672220 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270672309 You will need to email the counselor email to better plan how and if you are able to graduate early. We have many students that do, but it requires a tough course load or summer courses to accelerate at times. ]]> 2022-08-24 23:22:31 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270672309 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270672712 If you took the course out of state or at a private school you are not required to take the STAAR for that course.  If you take the class in Texas, you are required.]]> 2022-08-24 23:23:07 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270672712 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270673285 No. You can't earn credit for the same course twice]]> 2022-08-24 23:24:02 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270673285 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270681387 How do we find extracurriculars that look good on college apps since y’all don’t offer any at the moment?

Many of our students find involvement in outside school activities. You can typically find many volunteer opportunities through local schools, recreational sport leagues, community centers, local businesses in the student's interest areas, etc. ]]> 2022-08-24 23:37:18 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270681387 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270687666 Anyone who does not live in Texas is in the international program - even if you are just in another US state.]]> 2022-08-24 23:46:18 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2270687666 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2271336901 What is the Advisory period used for? I'm not sure I understand. Is it just a place in the schedule to ask questions? Is this when the tutorials are offered? And as far as the "period" it is assigned to - is there a significance of that time of day for my student? Thanks!
The Advisory course is for communication, tutoring services offered, activities that are geared for students to complete each year, Proctorio help, and graduation requirements. It is not a graded course. ]]> 2022-08-25 12:10:54 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2271336901 melissabrooks2 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450477825 We are hosting an EOC/STAAR webinar on Jan. 26th. An email has been sent to all students and parents with the information. ]]> 2023-01-19 23:23:09 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450477825 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450483585 Can I have exact dates and times for graduation please? 
The UTHS graduation ceremony will be on June 10th this year. More details and times will be sent later this spring. ]]> 2023-01-19 23:35:30 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450483585 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450483908 Can I also have the exact location for graduation please 
Location and times will be sent out later this spring. ]]> 2023-01-19 23:36:12 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450483908 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450485469 I’ve tried to resister for PSAT and the only thing the counselor told me was to find the nearest school to register…how am I supposed to do that?? For the STAAR it was easier to register 


The PSAT is offered in October.  If you want to take it next year and you do not want to come to UTHS to take it, you will need to contact your local school district to see if they will let you test.

]]> 2023-01-19 23:39:06 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450485469 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450486832 All students can register, find locations and dates for SAT testing on the CollegeBoard site. The same for ACT testing on the ACT.org website. ]]> 2023-01-19 23:41:32 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450486832 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450488104 My son is in 10th grade now at UTHS, he was enrolled in a different school in 9th grade. As of today, his grades and credits from the previous school still has not shown up in Skyward (Career Plans). When can we expect those grades and credits to show up? Thanks!
Our UTHS registrars are working currently on new students past earned credits. All information will be entered into the Skyward system in the next several weeks. ]]> 2023-01-19 23:43:49 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450488104 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450488648 I am a junior needing to take the SAT test and ACT as well as the History EOC STARR Test. Will i need to register on my own for these test? Also I'm very concerned about what my senior year will look like. Graduation? For example meeting college deadlines etc etc
All students can register, find locations and dates for SAT testing on the CollegeBoard site. The same for ACT testing on the ACT.org website. UTHS will hold a school day SAT for Juniors only this spring. An email will be sent to sign up for the date. If the UTHS date does not work for you, please use the websites above to register yourself. ]]> 2023-01-19 23:44:46 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450488648 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450492453 Hey I signed up for dual credit classes next year. Is there anything I need to know about them? Will I have to go to any in person place to take them?
Students can take dual credit courses with your UTHS approval. Please look in your Advisory course to find the Dual Credit module for steps to complete before the semester you would like a course. ]]> 2023-01-19 23:51:35 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450492453 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450493225 If I have a fixed computer that I sometimes use, and I use it for the proctored test, but I cannot do a room scan will my test get invalidated? ]]> 2023-01-19 23:53:17 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450493225 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450493239 Please refer to our Student & Parent Handbook online to read about our policies of attendance and making progress in your courses. Please make sure you are actively working in all courses throughout the semester. ]]> 2023-01-19 23:53:19 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450493239 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450494282 Can you please give us information on the graduation requirements for the Senior Advisory Course? there is a CPR requirement as well as a quiz about peace officers, can you please give us more information as to how we are supposed to do that/submit it?
1) CPR courses are given and students will choose one to complete and upload the completed certificate. 2) Peace Officer Interaction-students will watch the video given and complete a quiz and must pass with a 70% or higher 3) FAFSA-students should either submit a screenshot of their FAFSA application or complete the Opt-Out form provided. ]]> 2023-01-19 23:55:21 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450494282 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450496665 I have an issue with my parent's view of my daughter's canvas progress. I was successfully paired with her on Tuesday, but I do not see her progress as she completes items during the week.  For example, she only has 1 item remaining on her agenda for this week, but in my view, it shows all of her items for this week as not completed yet.
Please contact our Ed Services dept at edservices@austin.utexas.edu or call 512-232-5000 for help to your question.

]]> 2023-01-20 00:00:22 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450496665 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450503296 Is our GPA still affected in the second semester?
All courses while taken in high school affect your GPA. Please make sure that you are doing your best in each class all year. ]]> 2023-01-20 00:13:04 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450503296 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450506143 When will we receive more information on the ceremony? Ex: how many people can we invite, ticket prices, time to arrival, etc? 
We do not have the information currently. Our administration will be sending it out to all as soon as possible. ]]> 2023-01-20 00:17:58 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450506143 https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450517314 My child is getting done with the entire week in less than a week. What should she be doing? Are we missing something?
The course work may be starting easier at this time and grow more difficult as the course is in full swing. Please continue to have her work ahead as she can and review concepts as needed. You may also look at her requesting a change to an advanced level course if needed. All schedule change requests are due by tomorrow, Jan 20th. ]]> 2023-01-20 00:36:17 UTC https://padlet.com/melissabrooks2/tl5xkou8jewychwk/wish/2450517314