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Placement 2023

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Placement 2023

Placement testing will take place on campus on Saturday, April 22, 2023.

Please click here for more details about testing details.

Our goal with the placement process is to facilitate a smooth transition to high school for your daughters. We want our students to be challenged, but not overwhelmed. The placement exams, along with the ISEE results, give us common points of comparison between students coming to us from all over the greater Houston area. Typically, students who earned 8 and 9 stanines on the ISEE exam can expect an offer of placement into one or more honors classes at St. Agnes. Strong performance on placement exams is especially critical for students with stanines of 7 and below who wish to place into honors classes. Students who do not place into honors classes in the 9^th grade can demonstrate their readiness for additional rigor in the curriculum by excelling (maintaining a strong A) in a college prep level course and expressing an interest in the subject.

About two-thirds of our students take college prep Algebra 1 or honors Algebra 1 in the 9^th grade. It is essential for students to establish a strong foundation in algebra because all future work in mathematics will build upon this foundation. The other third of students take either college prep Geometry or Honors Geometry in the 9^th grade. The algebra placement exam assesses specific algebra skills in addition to mathematical problem-solving skills. The mathematics department uses ISEE scores and the results of the placement exam to determine the best math course for each student. If you have questions regarding your daughter’s math placement, please contact Natalee Lloyd, math department chair, at natalie.lloyd@st-agnes.org

The world language placement exam assesses students’ knowledge of grammar elements, vocabulary, and writing skills. The world language department uses the results of the placement exam to place students into Level 1, 2, or 3 for each language offered. If you have questions regarding your daughter’s world language placement, please contact Marcia Clark, world language department chair, at marcia.clark@st-agnes.org.

All 9^th graders take either college prep Biology or Honors Biology. The science placement exam assesses mastery of concepts from physical science (also known as Integrated Physics and Chemistry), life science, and basic science skills, such as measuring and interpreting graphs. ISEE scores are also considered during the science placement process, as good reading comprehension, an aptitude for learning vocabulary, and strong quantitative skills are important for success in Honors Biology. If you have questions regarding your daughter’s science placement, please contact Robin Licato, science department chair, at robin.licato@st-agnes.org.

There is no placement exam for English. All 9^th graders take either college prep English 1 or Honors English 1. Placement in Honors English 1 is based primarily on ISEE exam scores and may involve review of the writing sample and other application materials. In recent years, about 20% of 9^th graders were offered placement in Honors English 1. If you have questions regarding your daughter’s English placement, please contact Lydia Smith, English department chair, at lydia.smith@st-agnes.org.

You may contact Brigid Schiro, Director of Enrollment Management, at brigid.schiro@st-agnes.org to decline an honors placement, or to notify us of any errors in the course requests. Student schedules are generated in June, so it is important that we have the correct course requests by June 9, 2023.

The faculty, staff, and administrators at St. Agnes are all looking forward to working with your daughters over the next four years. Let the journey begin!

Summer Classes - Registration Now Open

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Beginning Competitive Speech/Debate

Beginning Competitive Speech and Debate is designed for students who are interested in learning the fundamentals of competitive public forum debate, extemporaneous speaking and original oratory and who expect to either join the forensics team in the fall or use skills learned in other classes. Students will earn 0.5 communication credits for this course. The cost of the course is $400.

Course dates: June 5-June 23, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Click here to register.
Communications Applications

This course explores the many ways we communicate with each other, from non-verbal to interpersonal to formal speech. Students will become more effective communicators, focusing on listening as much as speaking. Reducing public speaking anxiety, practicing speech construction and delivery, and learning how to research, organize and write a presentation will all be emphasized. Students will practice collaborating in a conference setting as well as addressing a group solo. Units in interviewing, famous speeches, informative and persuasive speaking, debate and dramatic reading will be included. Students will earn 0.5 communication credits for this course. The cost of the course is $400.

Course dates: June 5 - June 23.

Morning Class - 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Afternoon Class - 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Click here to register.
Math Enrichment

Driven by the desire to ensure that all of our incoming 9th graders are prepared to succeed in Algebra 1, this enrichment course is designed to help students improve their mathematics skills. Based on ISEE and math placement scores, students who are identified as needing additional review or support in the area of mathematics are invited to attend this two-week program. Students who receive an invitation are strongly encouraged to attend. This course is by invitation only. The course fee is $300.

Course dates: June 5-16, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Tiger Jump Start

This course is designed to help incoming 9th graders get a jump start on the St. Agnes experience! While learning some of the critical skills they will need to be successful in high school, they will also meet new friends, get familiar with the building and get some insight into SAA history and culture. The first week of this course will be devoted to effective communication, study skills, time management, organization, note-taking and prioritization. While the second week will be devoted to the summer reading selection - utilizing new methods of close reading, analysis, outlining, sentence structure and writing skills. This course is great preparation for our new Tigers! This is a non-credit course. The cost of the course is $300.

Course dates: June 5- June 16.

Morning Class - 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Afternoon Class - 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Click here to register.

Summer Camp - Registration Now Open

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2023 Lacrosse Camp

Lacrosse Camp
June 12 - 16, 2023, 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.
(for rising 7th - 12th grade) $150

Our lacrosse camp is designed for girls of all levels – from beginners who have never played to advanced players who are looking toward collegiate opportunities. This camp will improve your daughter’s technical skill, game knowledge, and overall conditioning. Camp directors will work with individuals to prepare them for lacrosse team tryouts, and to bring their game to the next level.

Click HERE to register!

For more information on Lacrosse, please contact Head Coach Tiffany Deinzer.
2023 Softball Camp

Softball All-Skills Camp
June 12-14, 2023, 8:30-11:00 a.m.
(for incoming 4th-9th grade girls) $120

The Softball All-Skills Camp is open to students entering 4^th – 9^th grade from any public or private school. Our 3-day camp is designed to address all aspects and skills of the sport. We will cover fielding, hitting, baserunning, pitching, and catching. We will also teach competition and spirit through fun camp games and activities. In addition, our camp is designed to showcase the talent of incoming 9th graders for selection and placement onto the St. Agnes Fall Softball Teams. Softball campers will work alongside St. Agnes coaches, current players, and alumni. All campers will receive a SAA Softball t-shirt. We look forward to meeting you!

Click HERE to register!

For more information on softball, email Head Coach Priscilla Riser.
2023 Swim Camp

Swim Camp
June 12-15, June 20-23, and June 26-29, 2023
8:00 - 9:30 a.m.
(coed, rising 9th - 12th graders)
Pricing and registration through Strake Jesuit

Improve your technique and conditioning in all four swim strokes. Emphasis on diving from starting blocks, underwater kick focus, and racing strategy will also be key parts of the four-week training camp. 

Click here for more information and to register!

For more information on swimming email Head Coach, Kaitlin Kelley.
2023 Track & Field Camp

Track & Field Camp
June 5-8, 2022, 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
(for beginner to advanced athletes) $150

Emphasis on running mechanics/speed development incorporated through drills. We will teach proper warm-up and race strategy. Athletes will be introduced to field events, relays and hurdles.

Click HERE to register!

For more information on cross country/track, email Head Coach Chris Warren.
2023 Basketball Camp

Basketball Comprehensive Camp
June 12-16, 2023, 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
(for rising 5-9^th grade girls) $150

The Comprehensive Basketball Camp is designed for students entering 5^th – 9^th grades of any school public or private, who are committed to being taught the skills of basketball. All offensive and defensive individual and team fundamentals will be covered as well as stretching routines. Our sole purpose to assist your daughter in becoming the best basketball athlete possible. It is the intention of our Camp staff to give your child the necessary tools to develop her attitude as a "winner", "leader," and a "competitor”.

Click HERE to register!

For more information on basketball email Head Coach, Jeff Hollinger.
2023 Cross Country Camps

Rising 9^th Grade Cross Country Camp
Tuesday, May 30, 2023, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
(for rising St. Agnes 9^th graders) $50

Our camp is designed for girls of all running abilities. This session will focus on basic training and how to build core strength. It is designed to highlight and expose the potential talent of rising ninth graders. Expect to work hard and build a strong fitness base! You will learn the training strategies for the upcoming season.

Click HERE to register!

Cross Country Camp
June 5-8, 2023, 6:30-9:00 a.m.
(for boys and girls, rising 5th-12th grades running abilities) $150

Our camp is designed for girls and boys of all ages and running abilities. Each session will focus on basic training and building core strength. Experienced coaches will provide technical advice to help each runner build endurance and speed. Expect to work hard and build a strong fitness base!

Click HERE to register!

For more information on cross country/track email Head Coach, Chris Warren
2023 Field Hockey Camps

Field Hockey Camp
June 5-9, 2023, 8:30-10:30 a.m.
(for incoming 7th - 12th grade) $150

Our field hockey camp is designed for girls of all levels – from beginners, who have never played, to advanced players who are looking toward collegiate opportunities. This camp will improve your daughter’s technical skill, game knowledge, and overall conditioning. Camp directors will work with individuals to prepare them for field hockey team tryouts, and to bring their game to the next level.

Click HERE to register!

For more information on field hockey email Head Coach, Jeremy Cain.
2023 Soccer Camp

Soccer Camp
June 20-23, 2023, 8:00-10:30 a.m.
(for rising 7-12^th grade girls) $150

Our camp is designed for girls entering 7-12^th grade who are committed to improving their skills and mastering new techniques. Each session will focus on both technical and tactical components of the game. St. Agnes soccer coaches and staff will work with players to improve their mental and physical capacity for the game.

Click HERE to register!

For more information on soccer email Coach Lizzy Fernandez.
2023 Volleyball Camps

Rising 9^th Grade Volleyball Talent Showcase
Wednesday, May 31, 2023 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
(for rising St. Agnes 9^th graders) $50

This camp is open to all St. Agnes rising 9th graders interested in trying out for the 2023 SAA volleyball program. This showcase is designed to highlight and expose the talent of rising 9th graders while introducing our offensive and defensive systems here at SAA.

Parent and player tryout information meeting following this session

Click HERE to register!

Volleyball Camp
June 5-8, 2023, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
(for rising 5-8th grade girls) $150

Our beginner camp is designed to train the skills necessary to compete at the middle and high school levels. We will tackle the necessary skill set for overall player development: movement training, ball control, serving, offensive and defensive techniques, position training and game play. This is the perfect camp for players with little club or playing experience who want to improve on their skills.

Click HERE to register!

Ball Control Camp
Wednesday, June 21, 2023, 9:00-11:00 a.m.
(for rising 8^th-12^th graders) $50

This 2-hour, single day camp will focus on defense, serve receive, and serving techniques. The athletes will receive quality touches while getting constant feedback. This is perfect for individual repetitions regardless of age to improve their ball control.

Attacking & Blocking Camp
Thursday, June 22, 2023 9:00-11:00 a.m.
(Rising 8^th-12^th graders) $50

This 2-hour, single day camp will focus on individual attacking technique (both upper body and lower body focuses). The athletes will receive quality touches while getting constant feedback. This is perfect for individual repetitions regardless of age to improve their hitting and blocking skills.

Setting Camp
Friday, June 23, 9:00-11:00 a.m.
(Rising 8^th-12^th graders) $50

This 2-hour, single day camp will focus on individual setting technique. The athletes will receive quality touches while getting constant feedback. This is perfect for individual repetitions regardless of age to improve their setting (both form and location).

For more information on volleyball, email Head Coach Ashley Ariwodo.
2023 Water Polo Camp

Water Polo Camp
July 10-13, 2023, 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
(for girls ages 9-15) $150
Registration through Strake Jesuit

Our water polo camp is designed for girls ages 9-15, of all levels – from beginners to advanced players. Each session will focus on basic training and fundamentals of water polo. Experienced coaches will provide technical advice to help each athlete improve their swimming and water polo skills. Expect to have fun!! We will learn the basics and build to the final day of scrimmaging and FUN!

Click HERE to for more information and to register!

For more information on water polo/swimming email Head Coach, Kaitlin Kelley.

Summer Reading

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ENGLISH 1

Please check back in May for summer reading information.
H ENGLISH 1

Please check back in May for summer reading information.

Uniform Requirements

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Dress Code

The school uniform is worn daily at St. Agnes, except on specified “non-uniform or free dress days.” Required parts of the uniform are sold exclusively at Dennis Uniforms and must be properly fitted. The uniform must be worn from the first bell to the final bell. Our goal is that students be neat in appearance and reflect pride in themselves and the school. The school reserves the right to request students to replace their uniform if they are in disrepair or ill-fitting.
Click here for a helpful Uniform Guide.
Optional Parts of the Uniform
Optional Parts of the Uniform: May be worn on regular school days
- Black or white, long or short sleeve polo shirts with school crest
- Black uniform pants from Dennis Uniforms
- Only SAA approved outerwear purchased from the SAA Spirit Store, or school letter jacket may be worn during the school day. No commercial brand outerwear of any kind is allowed. No other club or athletic outerwear may be worn except for designated Spirit Fridays. Students may always wear their SAA cardigan on any school day.
- Shoes must always be worn. On non-Assembly Dress Uniform Days, students may wear any athletic shoe or a black flat shoe. All shoes must be fully enclosed.
- Socks and tights are optional.
Required Parts of the Uniform
Required Parts of the Uniform: Must be worn on all Assembly Dress Uniform Days
- Glen plaid skirt – skirt length must reach the top of the knee when standing. Skirt length is strictly enforced.
- White oxford shirt, with the school crest on it. No visible undershirts or visible undergarments may be worn under the oxford shirt.
- Black button-down cardigan sweater with school crest
- Black leather dress shoes
- On Assembly Dress Uniform Days, socks or tights must be black or white. No leggings or sweatpants are allowed under the uniform skirt.
Where to Purchase

St. Agnes Academy uniforms must be purchased through the official uniform supplier, Dennis Uniforms.

School Webstore Code: V9G
ST. AGNES ACADEMY

You may also visit the Dennis Store located at:
7613 Katy Freeway, Suite G
Houston, Texas 77024
(713) 357-9902

Out of Box Session Assignments

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Out of Box Training

More information to come this summmer

Questions?

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Brigid Schiro

Director of Enrollment Management

(713) 219-5412
Jamie Wissinger

Director of Admissions

(713) 219-5411
Amy Lary

Admissions Coordinator and Special Projects

713.219.5400

Medical Forms

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MAGNUS Health Portal

You will be able to access your daughter's online Magnus Health account with a single sign-on through mySAA beginning May 1, 2023.

Beginning May 1, go to the Parent Resource Board and click on the Magnus Health tile to access your daughter's account. All required forms are due July 15, 2023. St. Agnes Academy uses a system called MAGNUS to manage all student health records.

All forms for medical records, including physical forms, immunization record forms, and medication authorization, can be found in MAGNUS and are submitted through this system.

Student Physicals Night

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Student Physical Night Information

SAA is partnering with Houston Methodist and the Houston Texans to host a Student Physicals Night.

Current and incoming students participating in sports for the 2023-2024 school year are welcome to attend on Wednesday, May 10 from 3 to 6 p.m. in Sauer Lobby.

Please bring this form to the event. Click here for more details.

Athletic physicals, or Pre-participation Physical Examination, are required annually for anyone trying out for any sport. Physicals are due July 15, 2023.

Team Auditions and Tryouts

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Band/Orchestra

Band:
Audition information will be emailed to interested students no later than May 15th. Interest information will be collected during your daughter's class registration. Students can prepare for this audition by practicing their major scales (Full Range) and a prepared etude or solo.

If you have questions regarding Band please reach out to Director of Bands, Sean Burke.

Orchestra:
Audition information will be available here on May 30.

All orchestra auditioning students should be able to play the following scales and arpeggios:
C MAJOR (Cellos and violas) three octaves
G MAJOR (All Sections, 3 octaves)
D MAJOR (All Sections, 2 octaves)
A MAJOR (All Sections, 2 octaves)

If you have questions regarding Orchestra please reach out Director of Orchestras, Guillermo Hernandez-Ching.
Volleyball

Season tryouts for Volleyball will begin August 1 in the St. Agnes New Gym. There will be a Rising 9th grade Volleyball Talent Showcase on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. For more information and to register please see the volleyball camp information on this webpage.

If you are interested in trying out or learning more about Volleyball, please click this link and complete the interest survey.

If you have questions regarding volleyball, please reach out to Coach Ariwodo.
Water Polo

Season tryouts for Water Polo will be August 1st and August 2nd from 6:30a.m.-8:30a.m. at the Strake Jesuit pool. Regular season practice begins August 3rd.

If you are interested in trying out or learning more about Water Polo in the fall, please click this link and complete the Interest survey. Emails will include information regarding camps, tryouts, and additional playing opportunities.

Please visit the team page or contact Water Polo Head Coach Kaitlin Kelley for more information.
Cross Country

Base camp starts June 5th. Regular season practice begins June 12th.

If you are interested in Cross Country and learning please click this link and complete our interest survey. Emails will include information regarding camps, tryouts, and summer running opportunities.

Please visit the team page or contact Cross Country Head Coach, Chris Warren for more information.
Field Hockey

Season tryouts for Field Hockey will be August 1st - August 4th from 7:30a.m.- 9:00a.m. at the East Campus Athletic Complex. Regular season practice begins August 7th.

If you are interested in trying out or learning more about Field Hockey in the fall, please click this link and complete our Google interest survey. Emails will include information regarding camps, tryouts, and additional playing opportunities.

Please visit the team page or contact Field Hockey Head Coach Jeremy Cain for more information.
Mixed Chorus

Mixed Chorus auditions will take place Saturday, April 22, 2023 from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. in the St. Agnes Choir Room. Please enter at the front of the school at the Rotunda. There you will be escorted to the St. Agnes Choir Room by a Chorus Council Member.

For more information about 2023 Mixed Chorus Auditions click here.

Mixed Chorus is composed of both St. Agnes and Strake Jesuit students from grades 9-12. Selected by a required audition in April of the previous school year, chorus members meet daily, Monday through Friday from 7:10 to 7:50 a.m. Chorus members learn basic breathing, vocal focus and basic music theory. All members learn to sight read and are exposed to a variety of vocal styles, from Renaissance to Broadway.

Click here for more information on Mixed Chorus.
Speech and Debate

The St. Agnes Academy Speech and Debate Team is a dynamic and growing group of student who: Inform, Persuade, Debate, and Interpret. The team is nationally-recognized and is ranked in the top eight percent of nearly 4,000 high school teams in the country. The S&D Team is also currently the Chapter Leader in the South Texas District.

Click here for more information on how to join the Speech and Debate Team.

If you have questions about Speech and Debate, please reach out to Sherri Perry.
Tiger Girls

Click here for all Tiger Girl audition information.

Click here for permission to audition form.

Informational Meeting: New Student Information Session
Wednesday, April 5, 2023, 7:30 - 9 p.m.
Click HERE to Join
Meeting ID: 879 8133 0051
Passcode: 051879

Dance Clinic: April 20, 2023
4:30-6:30 p.m. in the SAA Dance Studio (review routine and evaluate technique)

Audition Day: Friday, April 21, 2023
4:30-6:30 p.m. in the SAA Dance Studio (judges)

Mandatory Meeting: April 27, 2023
4:00-5:30 p.m. Uniform Fitting
5:30 -7:00 p.m. Meeting for all parents and dancers

The Tiger Girls are St. Agnes Academy’s award-winning dance team that promotes school spirit and generates enthusiasm for St. Agnes Academy. The Tiger Girls perform during half time at the Strake Jesuit home football games, during half time at select St. Agnes and Strake Jesuit basketball games, dance competitions, St. Agnes pep rallies and spring show. Each year the dance team continues to bring home regional, state, and national championship titles! The Tiger Girls view this program as a dance family and strive to grow as a community as well as dancers.

Theatre Auditions

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2023-2024 Audition Information

Thank you for your interest in the Theatre Program at St. Agnes Academy. Our 23-24 marquee season of plays and musicals will be announced in May with auditions for the Fall line-up of shows taking place in August, once classes begin.

Until then, please fill out this interest form and check your inbox often for important updates and announcements.

For questions about our Theatre Program please contact. Ms. Jewell Handy, Director of Theatre Jewell.Handy@st-agnes.org or Mr. Aaron McAllister, Director of Fine & Performing Arts Aaron.McAllister@st-agnes.org

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