Hello. I am a Freshman attending a 3A school in rural North Texas. I am highly interested in the TAMS Computer Science track, and I would like to know if my test scores, extracurriculars, etc, are on par.
7th grade course load
Band
Advanced English
Advanced Pre-Algebra
Advanced Science
Reading
Texas History
Athletics
TMSCA (prep for competition)
**These advanced classes were the only ones offered at my school; I received a grade of 95 or higher in all of my classes
8th grade course load
Band
Art
Technology/Health (switch at semester)
Advanced US History
Advanced Algebra
Advanced English
Advanced Science
TMSCA (prep for competition)
**95 or higher
9th grade course load (so far)
Band
Advanced Biology
Advanced World Geography
UIL Computer Science/Mathematics (every other day)
Dual Credit: Learning Frameworks/Music Appreciation (will switch at semester)
Advanced English
Advanced Geometry
Animation
**95 or higher at semester (currently between semesters for winter break)
ACT (so far)
Mathematics: 18
Reading: 32
English: 33
Science: 24
Composite: 26
**These scores are from Duke TIP in 7th grade. I did not know most of the mathematics that were covered at the time. I will retake this test in February. I am also considering taking the SAT next year (sophomore year).
Extracurricular Activities
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TMSCA (15th at state general science & 42nd at state calculator applications 7th grade; qualified for state general science 8th grade but was cancelled due to COVID-19; competing in mathematics this year)
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UIL (competing in computer science and mathematics this year)
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Animation (submitting digital animation for UIL film this year)
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Robotics (main programmer this year)
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Marching/Concert Band (sousaphone/tuba)
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ATSSB tuba (made all-region and trying out for all-area this year)
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NJHS
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Co-leader Austin-Texas Chapter Codecademy (not through school; should I include this in my application?)