Only by satisfactorily completing these courses can students expect to compete in the high technology, global economy of the 21 st century. Texas Scholars recently has taken on greater significance. This year s 7 th grade students will have to pass a much more rigorous exit-test in 11 th grade to be able to graduate. Subject content on this test includes Algebra I, Geometry, Physics, Chemistry and English III, with a heavy focus on writing. Students who prepare by taking the Texas Scholars course work will be well prepared to excel on this test.
Time is of the essence.
The current crop of seventh graders will enter high school in the fall of 2001. The program has proven so effective in motivating students, that participating school districts report having to hire additional math, science, and foreign language teachers. Also during 1992, it was featured in a news special produced by KHTV Channel 39 in Houston. During most of 1993, Mr. Randolph worked tirelessly to use the Texas Scholars curriculum as a springboard for the establishment of a new statewide curriculum for Texas high school students. Texas Scholars is now the prime incentive statewide for students to complete this curriculum.