The state of Texas is committed to ensuring that every student graduates college and career ready with the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful in the military, workforce, or at an institution of higher education. The most critical aspect of graduating students with a strong educational foundation is to ensure that, in every grade, the curriculum in core subject areas is focused on preparing all students for a successful future. In response to the Texas College and Career Readiness Standards, the Socorro Independent School District has developed the following mission and goals to prepare our students with the skills and competencies they will need to live, learn, and thrive in a 21st century environment which will demand innovation and creativity. Mission Our mission is to support and encourage 21st Century Learning Skills and Environments that will provide all students in the Socorro Independent School District an opportunity to graduate college and career ready.
A minimum score of 3 on exams or a minimum of 4 on exams A score of 15 on PLAN English, 17 on PLAN Reading, 19 on PLAN Mathematics and 21 on PLAN Science Algebra I ready by 8th Grade and successfully pass with a grade of a B or better Advanced reading with fluency and comprehension above grade level on a |  |
of 1650 or a composite ACT score of 24
165 and successfully pass Algebra II & English III with a grade of a B or better
A score of 13 on EXPLORE English, 15 on EXPLORE Reading, 17 on EXPLORE Mathematics and 20 on EXPLORE Science
on all state assessments
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The academic predictors above do not complete the list of necessary skills in order to achieve college and career readiness. Students who acquire certain behaviors and skills beginning in the primary grades that enable them to take greater responsibility for their actions are on target to graduate from high school ready for college or career. Academic Behaviors and Self-Management Skills | Regular School Attendance | Time Management | | Social and Cultural Awareness | Collaboration | | Routine Study Habits | Goal Setting | | Initiative | Persistence with difficult tasks | | Agility and Adaptability | Self-awareness of strengths and weakness |
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