Greetings from The Rice School Family

Discover the comprehensive STEM programs at The Rice School for the 2020-2021 academic year. From integrated STEM curriculum to dedicated labs and elective options, explore the engaging opportunities available for elementary and middle school students. Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through hands-on learning experiences and extracurricular activities. Learn about our Magnet Lottery enrollment details and get ready to embark on an exciting educational journey with us.

• Education
• STEM
• Magnet Lottery
• Extracurricular Activities
• School Programs

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1. Greetings from The Rice School Family 2020-2021 Principal: Ms. Kimberly Hobbs Magnet Coordinator: Ms. Vickie Matson

3. STEM Our STEM program is integrated throughout the curriculum K-8-Computers in every classroom K-8-1 laptop cart (30) per grade level K-8-1 ipad cart (30) per grade level K-5-Computer Lab K-5-Science Lab K-5-Engineering Lab 6th-Introduction to Technology Applications 7th-Robotics, Engineering & Math Lab 8th-Technology Applications/Math Lab

4. ALL ABOUT THAT STEM! Our STEM program is integrated throughout the curriculum. ELEMENTARY MIDDLE SCHOOL Science/Engineering Lab STEM Lab-Problem-based Learning Technology Lab 6th Introduction to Technology Applications 7th- Robotics, Engineering & Math Lab 8th- Technology Applications & Math Lab

5. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Weekly Rotation Ancillary Classes: General Music Physical Education Science/Engineering Lab* STEM Lab-Problem-based Learning* Technology Lab* * denotes STEM ancillary classes

7. MIDDLE SCHOOL Electives (6-8): Theater Arts Band Art Athletics (7-8): Girls Volleyball Boys & Girls Basketball Boys & Girls Soccer Boys & Girls Track/Cross Country

9. EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Name That Book (K-8) Code Cadets (K-5) Young Scientists Club (3-6) Robotics Club (6-8) Habitat Club (6-8) Technology Club (Drones & 3-D Printing) After School Care (Tuition-based)

11. FAQs Approximately how many spots are available through the Magnet Lottery each year? -Kinder: 88 Regular Magnet + 22 Bilingual Magnet spots for a total of 110 students -1st -4th approximately 10 to 15 open spots per grade level for a total of 110 students -5th approximately 15 to 20 open spots for a total of 130 (due to increase of student to teacher ratio) -6th approximately 35 to 45 open spots for a total of 165 (due to increase of student to teacher ratio and homerooms) -7th & 8th approximately 10 to 15 open spots for a total of 165 (dependent upon student withdrawals/non-renewals) Approximately how many applications are received during Magnet Lottery each year? On average, about 250 to 300 applications are received for Kinder & 6th grade; about 150 are received for other grade levels. Are students required to be GT/Vanguard identified to apply? No, GT/Vanguard designation is not required to apply. Non-identified students are invited to apply for GT once annually Is transportation provided to magnet students? Yes, any student who does not live within a 2.0 mile radius of The Rice school is offered transportation Do we offer any dual language courses? No, The Rice school is no longer magnet for Spanish and does not offer any other language courses Do we offer before and after school care? Yes, our ASP program offers Early-Risers before and Extended Day after school care for a fee, dependent upon hours of care

12. GT/Vanguard GT Identified Our GT/Vanguard identified students are serviced in the general education classroom by GT certified teachers. In Kinder 5th grade,students are grouped heterogeneously in homeroom classes with 4 or more GT students. In middle school, students are grouped in GT cohorts that are assigned to the same class schedule throughout the school day. Non-GT Identified by a teacher, self-nominated, or submitted by parent application for testing. Students are notified of their GT status in February via a parent letter sent home. Any student who qualifies for GT will be serviced as a GT student the following school year. Non-GT identified students are placed in regular magnet classes. Non-GT identified students in Kinder and 5th are automatically tested universally. No application is needed. Non-GT identified students in 1st -12th can apply to test for GT identification once annually. The student may be recommended

14. I hope that you have enjoyed our presentation. Thank you again for considering The Rice School for your child s 2021-2022 school year

15. We appreciate your taking the time to learn more about The Rice School If you have additional questions, please email Magnet Coordinator, Ms. Vickie Matson at vmatson@houstonisd.org