Welcome, Class of 2030

We are thrilled that you will be attending St. Agnes! We can’t wait to see you at Out of Box Training on Tuesday, August 11 to get a jump start on becoming a St. Agnes Tiger. Out of Box is our 60-minute technology orientation where you get your computer and walk through your computer setup. There will also be a quick introduction to mySAA showing you how to view your schedule and access your email and classes.

Students are divided into five groups according to last name. Each group has been assigned to a one hour session as outlined below. Lunch will not be provided during Out of Box Training, so please plan to eat lunch before you arrive or after your session ends. You may wear jeans and a t-shirt during the training. Please find your place among the sessions below. Each session is assigned by the first letter of your last name. When you arrive at St. Agnes, enter through the Rotunda doors 15 minutes prior to the start of your session. At the end of each session, students will exit through the main doors of the Administration building. 

All incoming students are required to sit for the Algebra placement exam. Additionally, incoming members of the Class of 2030 who are interested in advanced or honors placement in the subjects of math, science, or world language should take the appropriate test at the date and time listed below. Please use the following guidelines to determine if you should sit for placement exams. Placement test results will be reflected in your final course selections for the 2026-2027 school year which will be available for you to view on mySAA in early June. 

 

 

Placement Testing Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026 

Time: Math 9 a.m. (no calculator allowed) 

Science (or World Lang) 10:15 a.m. (calculator allowed) 

Place: Sauer Lobby (back entrance) 

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 9th 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 9th 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 9th 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 natalee.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 Meredith Millik, world language department chair, at meredith.millik@st-agnes.org.

All 9th 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 Veronica Rygh, science department chair, at veronica.rygh@st-agnes.org. 

There is no placement exam for English. All 9th 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 9th 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 Zoe Montoney, Academic Dean, at zoe.montoney@st-agnes.org to decline an honors placement or update the course requests. Student schedules are generated in June, so it is important that we have the correct course requests in our system.

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!

This class counts as 0.5 elective credits at St. Agnes. The advertising and marketing communications industry is where creativity in business thrives. In this introductory course, students will learn the principles of marketing, advertising, and public relations, using real-world examples—learning what it takes to plan, launch, and market a brand, product, or service in today’s fast-paced business environment. Learn the strategies to create successful ad and publicity campaigns, promotional events, and commercials. You’ll hear from industry experts in advertising, marketing, and public relations. You'll work with other students on designing your own campaigns as you learn industry standards. 

Course Dates: June 8 -26, 2026
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Course Dates: June  8 - 26  

Morning Class: 8:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. 

 

Dive into a stronger, faster, and more powerful you this summer! Our camp is designed for athletes who want to elevate their performance both in and out of the water. Our summer training will combine sport-specific strength training with aquatic conditioning.

Athletes will train using a structured blend of pool-based resistance work, sprint intervals, core stability training, and dryland strength sessions. Emphasis will be placed on improving speed, endurance, coordination, and strength.

Perfect for swimmers, water polo players, and multi-sport athletes who are looking to diversify their training.

Camp Dates- Full commitment of 6 weeks is recommended, but athletes can sign up week to week to accommodate summer schedules. Camps are $120/week or $500 for all 6 weeks.

Week 1             June 9- June 11              7:00-8:30 a.m.

Week 2             June 16- June 18           7:00-8:30 a.m.

Week 3             June 23- June 25          7:00-8:30 a.m.

Week 4             July 7- July 9                  7:00-8:30 a.m.

Week 5             July 14- July 16              7:00-8:30 a.m.

Week 6             July 21- July 23              7:00-8:30 a.m.

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.  

Specialty Sessions Camps
June 11-12, 2026
$75 each session

2-day Camp for Beginner/10U Pitching/Catching/Slapping or Advanced/+10U Pitching/Hitting/Catching *

The advanced camps are intended for players with a higher level of experience. You may register your daughter if you feel she is prepared for the faster pace and intensity that this camp will entail.

Specialty Session 1 – 9:00-10:30: Choose 1 of the following skills: Beginner Pitching OR Catching OR Slapping  

Specialty Session 2 – 10:30-12:00: Choose 1 of the following skills: Advanced Pitching OR Hitting OR Catching  

 

Beginner Pitching - For pitchers 10* and under or any age new to pitching. We will go step-by-step to cover fundamentals of pitching at a gradual pace. Pitchers will learn techniques and drills to improve their pitching skills at home.

Advanced Pitching - For pitchers 11* and up with a solid fastball foundation and that can train at an elevated pace. This advanced session will cover ways to improve fundamentals such takeoff, glide, plant, whip, and release. Pitchers will learn movements to improve overall speed, command, and efficiency. Pitchers will learn to use drills for continued training at home.

Catching - We will cover fundamentals of catching at a moderate pace. Catchers will learn techniques and drills to improve their catching skills at home.  

 

For more information on softball, email Head Coach Tyler Dobson.

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.

Cross Country Camp 
June 1-4, 2026, 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!

Field Hockey Camp 
June 8-12, 2026, 8:30-10:30 a.m.
(for girls of all levels) $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.

For more information on soccer email Coach Lizzy Fernandez.

Rising 9^th Grade Volleyball Talent Showcase 
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. 
(for rising St. Agnes 9^th graders) $55

                             

Rising 9th Grade Volleyball Camp Powered by All-American
June 15-17, 2026, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
(for rising 9th graders) $150

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!

For more information on water polo/swimming email Head Coach, Chris Ellis.

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 Flynn O'Hara 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. 

 

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