Advanced Academic Services

Dr. Cynthia Sedam - Director
EMAIL: [email protected]
PHONE: 817-871-2500
FAX: 817-871-2537

The Advanced Academic Services Department coordinates a variety of services offered to students who achieve at high levels or who have the potential to do so. All special interest programs (formerly called magnet) are managed through this department, as are gifted education, high academic program classes (HAP) in elementary schools, Pre-AP and Advanced Placement classes in secondary schools, and the AVID program on 21 secondary campuses.

More information on all Advanced Academic programs can be found in the brochures.
Click on the appropriate box below.

The deadline for applying to Special Interest Programs is Friday, February 10, 2006

Special Interest Programs Fair - Saturday, January 21, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at TCU

SIP Open Houses:
Elementary Schools - Tuesday, Jan. 24 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m.
Middle Schools - Monday, Jan. 23 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
High Schools - Wednesday, Jan. 25 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Identification for Gifted Services
Identification for gifted services is based on multiple sources of data. These include achievement and ability test score data, parent and teacher perception surveys, and student performance as measured by a student portfolio. Information on identification procedures is provided by each school.
Special Interest Programs
Each special interest program offers its own unique thematic or philosophical approach to learning. All share a rigorous academic curriculum. Free transportation is provided from central sites.
How to apply to a special interest program
Brochures and applications are available from the school office or Advanced Academic Services.

Because of supporting data required, applications will not be accepted online. Completed applications with all supporting data must be mailed or delivered to Advanced Academic Services, 100 N. University Dr., Ste. NE226, Fort Worth, Texas 76107 - no later than February 10, 2006.

  • The deadline for applying to Special Interest Programs is Friday, February 10, 2006.
  • Admission is based on a computerized random selection process and/or academic achievement.
  • Acceptance letters will be mailed by Friday, March 10, 2006. 
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