Selecting a World Language Course
Ursuline offers four languages: Arabic, French, Mandarin Chinese, and Spanish. Students are required to take three consecutive years OR through level three of the same language beginning in the freshman year; freshmen entering at level three will also need to take level four. All level one regular language courses are basic introductory courses for non-heritage and non-native speakers. Incoming freshmen may select any of the four world languages as their first choice. We advise selecting a second language choice in the event it is not possible to place in the first choice.

• If Spanish is selected as the student’s first choice, a Spanish assessment is REQUIRED. An exemption to this assessment is only for those students who selected Spanish as their first choice and have never studied Spanish.
• If Arabic, French, or Mandarin Chinese is selected as the student’s first choice, an assessment is required only if the student wishes to enroll in a language course higher than level one OR if the student is proficient in her selected language and would like to be placed in a course higher than the basic level one introductory course.

World Language Assessment
The Language Assessments determine the appropriate course level for incoming freshmen and transfer students. It will be offered at four different times. There are four time options to take the assessment:

• Tuesday, April 20, 2021: 4:30-5:30 p.m. OR 5:30-6:30 p.m.
• Thursday, April 22, 2021: 4:30-5:30 p.m. OR 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the assessments will be administered online with the help of a parent or an adult. As the assessment date approaches, instructions will be sent by email.

Please register by Sunday, April 18.

Register
Course Placement Results
World Language Assessment/Course Placement results will be emailed Tuesday, May 11, 2021.

Questions? 
Please contact World Language Department Chair Roxana Casco at rcasco@ursulinedallas.org.

Requesting Extended Time for Assessment
Contact Mary Campise in Personal Counseling at mcampise@ursulinedallas.org to request the accommodation of extended time (50 percent) if your daughter has a recently (within three years) diagnosed learning difference and supporting documentation.

World Language Summer Workshops

Summer Workshops prepare new students for success in the coming school year by strengthening skills, filling curriculum gaps, and building confidence. Refresher Workshops in French, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese are offered in August. Visit the Summer Programs Webpage. All students are invited to register.

Selecting an English Course
The English Department considers a student’s ISEE scores, teacher recommendations, previous English grades, and application essay to determine in which English course the student will be most successful. There is no additional assessment required.

Students will have the opportunity to apply for honors or AP classes in the following three years should this be of interest to them. The criteria the department uses for freshman English placement is not used in the subsequent applications for sophomore-senior year AP and Honors English. Learn more about the English Department Progression Chart.

Course Placement Results
English Placement results will be emailed Tuesday, May 11, 2021.

Questions?
Please contact English Department Chair Sarette Albin.

English Summer Workshops

Summer Workshops prepare new students for success in the coming school year by strengthening skills, filling curriculum gaps, and building confidence. Workshops on writing and research skills are offered in June and August. Visit the Summer Programs Webpage. All students are invited to register.

Selecting a Math Course
Beginning with the Class of 2025, Freshmen Math course placements will follow the options outlined below:

Algebra I

• For students who have completed Pre-Algebra or 8th grade math
• For students who would like to build a stronger Algebra I foundation

Geometry

• For students who have completed Algebra I
• For students who enjoy structured activities and explorations
• An optional honors extension is available for students who have a genuine curiosity in mathematics and a desire to delve deeper into mathematical analysis.
  • Students earn honors credit at the end of each semester when the required independent honors extension work is completed at a mastery level.
  • Submittal of work does not guarantee an Honors designation.

Algebra II and Above

• These higher course placements are possible for students that have completed both Algebra I and Geometry.
• Students will be asked to demonstrate mastery via a summative assessment.
• Contact Math Department Chair Tammy Yung at tyung@ursulinedallas.org to schedule an interview.

Learn More
Click "Learn More" above to view a math course progression chart and read math class descriptions.

Questions?
If you have questions about which math class is the right fit for your daughter, please contact your 8^th grade math teacher and/or the Ursuline Math Department Chair Tammy Yung.

For students wanting to continue summer math work, the following programs are recommended:

Selecting a Science Course (Physics I or Physics I Honors)
Ursuline Academy of Dallas requires three years of science: Physics, Chemistry and Biology. There are also a variety of elective and AP classes also available in the Senior year. Freshmen begin their science career with Physics I, an introductory course on mechanics, energy and momentum. Students may elect to take the Science Assessment for possible placement in Physics I Honors, which requires a mastery of Algebra I concepts, as the models developed will be applied to complex situations.

Taking the Science Assessment for Placement

• The Science Assessment will be offered Saturday, April 17, 2021 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
• Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the assessments will be administered online and proctored by a parent/adult. As the assessment date approaches, instructions will be sent by email.
• Please register by Wednesday, April 14.

Register
Course Placement Results
Science Assessment/Course Placement results will be emailed by Tuesday, May 11.

Questions?
Please contact Science Department Chair Maureen Sullivan at msullivan@ursulinedallas.org.

Requesting Extended Time for Assessment
Contact Mary Campise in Personal Counseling at mcampise@ursulinedallas.org to request the accommodation of extended time (50 percent) if your daughter has a recently (within three years) diagnosed learning difference and supporting documentation.

Science Summer Workshops

Summer Workshops prepare new students for success in the coming school year by strengthening skills, filling curriculum gaps, and building confidence. A variety of workshops on topics in Math and Physics are offered in June and August. Visit the Summer Programs Webpage. All students are invited to register.

View Course Progression Charts 2021-2022 

We're excited that you are interested in Ursuline Athletics. Stay tuned for more information to come between the Spring and Summer. If you have questions please email athletics@ursulinedallas.org.

RankOne Instructions
RankOne paperwork due July 1, 2021.

All athletes must register through RankOne in order to participate in tryouts and play sports.

Ursuline student IDs are assigned at the conclusion of the admission process each year. Given the process is still underway and some sports are just beginning, the Athletic Department will accept in person physicals, that are cleared for athletic participation, on the day of the tryouts. For specific questions regarding this process, contact Ursuline Athletic Trainer Andrea Santos (asantos@ursulinedallas.org). 

Band is a performance class open to wind and percussion instrumentalists.

The Color Guard is the official auxiliary of the Jesuit Ursuline Ranger Band and performs throughout the football season. Audition information.

Learn about Band & Color Guard. 

Questions? Please contact Jane Chambers.

We invite you to explore the music opportunities at Ursuline Academy that are available for students beginning your Freshman year of high school.

Learn about Freshmen Choir, Jazz Choir, String Ensemble, & Orchestra. 

Questions? Please contact Jane Chambers.

• Jesuit Rangerette Informational Document (2021-2022)
• Visit the Jesuit Rangerettes webpage

REGISTER & COMPLETE HEALTH FORMS:

• Register for Rangerettes Tryouts
• Ursuline RankOne Form Due: July 1

RankOne Instructions

TRYOUTS:

• Practice: April 21-22, 4:00 - 6:30 p.m.
• Tryouts: April 23, 4:00 - 9:00 p.m.

At Ursuline Academy in Neuhoff Gym.

QUESTIONS:
Please contact Linda Coffin.