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Academics
College & Academic Advising
Cypress Christian School College and Academic Advising provides a personalized, student-centered approach which informs and supports students and their families.
Cypress Christian School students are challenged daily in their core classes and electives. The base curriculum enhances the student’s exposure to STEM in core classes that every student takes such as Algebra I, Algebra II, geometry, physics, biology and more. In addition to the core classes, each student will be exposed to, there is opportunity to take their desires and passions to the next level with STEM electives in mathematics, science, engineering and computer science.
ADVISORS
Course Selection
Each year, the advising office meets with students and parents to review their four-year degree plans, course options for the next school year and next steps towards their goals after graduation. These annual meetings allow students’ plans to grow and change with them as they develop into the person God is calling them to be.
Career Exploration
Students complete the YouScience Aptitude Assessment to identify their talents and receive guidance about possible career pathways. Career-focused electives offer students the opportunity to explore these interests further.
College Search and Application
The college search begins in ninth grade, and throughout high school, students will be given the opportunity to attend field trips to tour universities, visit with college representatives on campus, attend college fairs and participate in Lunch & Learns to prepare their application materials. At every stage, students are encouraged to meet individually with the advising office to help them find the university that is the right fit for them.
SAT/ACT Info
In ninth grade, students take the PSAT to become familiar with the test structure and provide a baseline for future testing. In 10th grade, students take the PSAT/NMSQT as a practice run for the following year. In 11th grade, students take the PSAT/NMSQT for consideration for the National Merit Scholarship Program. All of these assessments help students prepare for the SAT, which will be used in the college admission process.
College RepS
College rep visits are hosted in a classroom during the lunch period. CCS will advertise the visits in the preceding week, and interested students can register through SCOIR.
High School Profile
School Code: 441-686
Road To College
Ninth Grade - The Journey Begins Now
Where do you see yourself in four years? What are you doing today to help you get there? Give your best work in your classes and start investigating possible career choices. Get involved in school activities and service. The college application starts now, so take advantage of the college tour, college rep visits and the college fair to explore your options.
Tenth Grade - Keep Up the Good Work!
With only six semesters on the college application, this is the halfway point. What story will your transcript tell? Continue pursuing academic excellence and start thinking about places where you can step into leadership roles. Completing the YouScience Aptitude Assessment will give you some direction for your career search.
Eleventh Grade – It’s Game Time!
Which careers and colleges have made it to your shortlist? What do you still need to do to get there? This year starts with the PSAT/NMSQT, which determines who qualifies for the National Merit Scholarship Program and gives you a practice run at the SAT. This is a great time to take a test-prep course, go on college visits and start looking at scholarships. In the spring, you’ll learn about the college application process and prepare your application materials.
Twelfth Grade – Finish Strong!
t’s time to answer the question you’ve been asking for the last four years – Where will you go next? You’ll apply for colleges and decide which offer to accept, supported by your parents and the college advising office. Savor this time and give back to your school by leading your classmates in service and school spirit. This is the on-ramp to college, so don’t take your foot off the gas!