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What Makes TJHSST Different?
• Regional Governor’s School for Science and Technology
• Students apply to attend
• All courses taught on honors, AP, or post-AP level
• Research-based opportunities beginning in 9th grade
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Research Labs, Field Trips, Robots
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Other Ways TJ is Different?
More Time10 minutes between classes45 minutes for lunch
Everyone eats lunch at the same time! You can eat almost anywhere in the school!!
8th Period is part of the school day on Wednesday and Friday.
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….the other half of your world-class education!
Is TJ Just Math and Science?
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What does a TJ applicant look like?
Hardworking• Academic Achievement• Strong math ability
Interest in math/science• Problem solver• Risk taker
Strong writer• Critical thinker
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Eligibility Requirements
• 8th grade to apply to 9th
• Residency in a participating school division
• Algebra I or higher in 8th Grade
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Testing for Admissions
• “Quant Q” MathNo Sample Questions Available
• “ACT Aspire” Reading – Early HS Version • “ACT Aspire” Science – Early HS Version
For Sample Questions go to: www.discoveractaspire.org
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Test Specifics
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Additional Testing Details
Application Window: Sep 3 – 28
Test date: Saturday, November 10Testing time: 3 hours (approx.)
Accommodations date: Friday, November 16
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Semifinalist InformationAll semifinalists must:
• Get Teacher Recommendations• Must be entered into system by January 25, 2019
• Complete Student Information Sheet and Problem-Solving Essay
• Administered at test site February 9 (or Feb 15 for students with accommodations)
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What should we do to prepare?Do well in school
• Earn good grades• Finish strong in 7th grade
Focus on mastery• Know your math• Do more than just get an “A”
Let people know you are interested in TJ• Talk to your parents• Talk to your teachers
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Anything else we should do?Find Things You Like in STEM!
Get involved in clubs and competitions outside of the school day
Visit museums and STEM related events
Find out more about STEM topicson your own
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Use the Summer to Get Ready
• Read, read, read!
• Practice your math and problem-solving abilities
• Practice your writing
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Mark Your Calendar Monday, Sep 3 Applications Available – 4:00 pm
Friday, Sep 28 Application Deadline – 4:00 pm
Saturday, Nov 10 Test Day – 7:30 amFriday, Nov 16 Accommodations Test Day – 7:30 am
Saturday, Nov 17 Inclement Weather Day for Nov 10 – 7:30 am
2019Friday, Jan 18 Semifinalist Pool Notification – 6:00 pm
Saturday, Feb 9 Essay/SIS Administration Day – 7:30 amFriday, Feb 15 Essay/SIS Accommodations Test Day – 7:30 am
Saturday, Feb 16 Inclement Weather Day for Feb 9 – 7:30 am
Tuesday, Apr 30 Final decisions posted (No later than) – 6:00 pm
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TJHSST Website
www.tjhsst.edu