Accepted Students

List of 17 items.

• Confirm You're Commitment to HC

  You're a Mustang! Each parent must log into their admissions portal to sign the enrollment contract. For each parent to sign the contract, you must use your own unique Blackbaud ID (your email address). The parent that was not the originator of the application received an email from Blackbaud with directions on how to create a Blackbaud ID and account. If both parents have not yet set up their account, please search your inbox for an email from "Blackbaud." Should you need further assistance, please contact Admissions Office.
  
  
  Transcript Release:
  Incoming freshmen must submit a transcript release form to their current schools. Completed forms may be sent to the HC Registrar, Loretta Ramirez, or mailed.
  
  *Transfer Students Only:
  Welcome, transfer students! One of the counselors will reach out to transfer students in the near future to arrange a meeting to discuss 2023 - 2024 course selections. After enrollment, all transfer students MUST submit a transcript release to their current school upon completion of the second semester. The form can be found HERE.

• Attend THE BIG EVENT on March 21, 2023

  We invite you to join us for THE BIG EVENT acceptance celebration at HC. This is a great opportunity to get that last look at the campus, visit with coaches, directors, teachers, administrators, and start making connections. Pick the session that works best for you, and click the link below to register for your time:
  

  • Session 1: 10:00 - 11:00am,   Register Here
  • Session 2: 1:00 - 2:00pm,   Register Here

  
  Can't get enough HC? Parents, you are also invited to attend this year's Auction & Gala, held on April 14, 2023. For more information, please click here.

• Attend New Freshmen Course Selection on April 12, 2023

  New Freshmen Course Selection is Wednesday, April 12, 2023 in the Daffin Lecture Hall

  Two Sessions are offered: 
  4:00 pm - 5:00 pm or 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm. 
  
  

  No RSVP Needed
  
  

  At the course selection meetings, Carol Bartels, Counseling Director, will walk you through selection options and things to think about as you make your choices. You will then have an opportunity to ask questions and visit with her. You do not need to know what courses you will select when you come. Students will make selections online at home in the days following the meeting.
  
  

  For additional questions regarding freshmen course selection, please contact Carol Bartels in the Counseling Office. 

  
  Course offerings and descriptions will be posted here in the coming weeks.  
  
  You may view the four-year plan here.
  
  *Make-up course selection will be on April 19th at 4:00 pm in the Daffin Lecture Hall.

• Attend Placement Testing on April 22, 2023

  Placement Testing for Math and World Language is Saturday, April 22, 2023, in the McNair Gym. 
  
  Math Testing begins at 9:00 AM.  All new students, both freshmen and transfer students MUST take a math placement test. The students have 90 minutes for the math test. No calculator is allowed.
  
  REGISTER HERE

   

   

  World Language Testing will begin at 10:45 AM. Any student who wants to take level 2 or above of Spanish, Latin, or Mandarin must test. Students who plan to start out in level 1 do not need to test.
  

  Any student who wants to begin in level 2 of Spanish, Latin, and Mandarin must test. 
  *Please note that students who plan to start out in level 1 do not need to test. 
  
  REGISTER HERE
  
  

  Please contact the HC Counseling office at 713-580-6093 if you have any questions.

• Order Laptop

  Students are required to purchase a laptop and calculator package from Houston Christian. 
  
  Laptop Order Form

• Order Uniforms

  Tommy Hilfiger is the uniform provider for Houston Christian. Please visit their website to order your uniforms. Samples and sample sizes are available in the front office. Click here for more information on how to order.
  
  

  *Please note that men are required to have one pair of pants as part of their uniform. Although HC does not have a chapel dress, there are occasions where pants for men are mandatory.
  
  

  For specific uniform questions, please refer to the HC Student Handbook

• Attend New Parent Dessert Party & Laptop Pick Up on May 8, 2023

  Parents are invited to attend the New Parent Dessert Party on May 8, 2023, at 6 PM in the Pampell Family Chapel. This is your opportunity to meet your mentor family, make new friends, and enjoy fellowship and fun. Laptop pickup will take place at this event.
  
  

  If you have not yet purchased your laptop, please do so as soon as possible.

   

   

• Attend Jump Start

  We are delighted to have you as a Mustang and look forward to working with you over the coming weeks to prepare for your first year at HC!  Our Jump Start Program is the first step of your academic journey.  It is the perfect opportunity for you to meet other students and "test" drive the HC classroom experience.  
  
  Jump Start sessions are as follows.  Please click on one to register (put a 0 in the # of parents attending as Jump Start is for students only):
  
  Session 1: July 17 - 20th, 9:00 am to Noon
  Session 2: July 17 - 20th, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
  Session 3: July 24 - 27th, 9:00 am to Noon
  Session 4: July 24 - 27th, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
  
  Jump Start is $250 and will be billed through your SmartTuition account.  
  
  Please make sure you have paid for your student's laptop prior to the beginning of your session.  
  
  During your session, you will be expected to have started a book and reading assignment for a Summer Reading selection in English I or English Honors I.  To see the selections and to order, please refer to the Summer Reading tab on the Accepted Students webpage. This information will be available soon.

• Order Textbooks Once You Receive Your Courses

  Once you receive your courses from the HC Counseling department, visit the MBS website to order books. Your courses will be released to you in the summer.

• Order Supplies

  REQUIRED SUPPLIES

  General Supplies:

  • HC required Computer and Calculator
  • Printer at home
  • Appropriate textbook(s)
  • One 2.5 or 3 inch binder
  • 7 pocketed divider tabs (our favorite are the Avery Big Tab Insertable Two-Pocket Plastic Dividers with 8 multi-colored tabs – product number 11907)
  • 3-ring punch (kind that fits inside a 3-ring binder)
  • Loose-leaf paper (college or regular rule)
  • 2 Composition Notebooks (You will need 3 if you are in Spanish 1)
  • Highlighters (multiple colors)
  • Blue or black pens
  • Red grading pen
  • Pencils
  • Daily Planner – All students are required to keep a written (HARD COPY) daily planner.  Best options are those with a weekly and monthly view.

  Students MUST come prepared to EACH class with writing utensils and paper for taking notes.    
  
  

  Class Specific Supplies:

  Teachers will distribute a list of other required supplies for their specific course on the first day of class.

• Summer Reading 2023 Information

  Students are required to complete summer reading. Information coming soon.

• Summer 2023: Preparation for Algebra Information

  Preparation for Alegbra 1
  This course is designed to prepare students with the prerequisite skills for Algebra 1. This course is designed for students taking Algebra 1 for the first time or repeating Algebra 1. This course will require about 30 minutes of homework each day.
  
  The cost of this course is $400, which will be billed through your SmartTuition account, once you sign up. 
  
  Summer School “Preparation for Algebra 1" Dates:
  June 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, & 15.
  1-4 PM
  
  REGISTER HERE 
  
  Preparation for Alegbra 2
  This course is designed for students entering Algebra 2. This course is intended to strengthen students’ understanding of key Algebra 1 objectives that will directly impact their success in Algebra 2.  It will review critical Algebra skills and concepts to prepare students for the new concepts presented in Algebra 2. This course will require about 30 minutes of homework each day.
  
  The cost of this course is $400, which will be billed through your SmartTuition account, once you sign up. 
  
  Summer School “Preparation for Algebra 2" Dates:
  June 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, & 15.
  1-4 PM
  
  REGISTER HERE 

• Summer School 2023: World History (for incoming Freshmen)

  Please note you must have a signed contract and deposit paid prior to signing up for summer school.  Take a close look at the summer school schedule and make sure it fits into your summer plans.  Students are only allowed 3 absences and dropping out of summer school will result in no class credit or a refund.  

  
  

  WORLD HISTORY SUMMER SCHOOL

  Date:  May 31st to June 30th

  Summer School hours:  8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

  Cost of HC Summer School: $975

  May 31 - June 2(Wednesday – Friday)

  June 5 – 9 (Monday – Friday)

  June 12 – 16 (Monday – Friday)

  June 20 – 23 (Tuesday – Friday)

  June 26 - 30 (Monday - Friday)

  
  REGISTER HERE

• *Transfer Students Attend Transfer Student Orientation, August 11, 2023

  MANDATORY Transfer Student Orientation will be on August 11th from 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM in the Livingston Learning Commons. Please bring your laptop.  Lunch will be provided. 
  
  

  Transfer students, one of the counselors will reach out to you in the near future to arrange a meeting to discuss your 2023-2024 course selections.  You must bring your most current grade report to this meeting.

   

  After enrollment, all transfer students MUST submit a transcript release to their current school upon completion of the second semester.  The form can be found HERE.  In addition,  you must send or have sent by your registrar, either the official end-of-the-year grade report, an unofficial transcript, or the official to registrar@houstonchristian.org by July 15th for verification that all current courses and credits were successfully completed.

• Set Up Food Service Account by August 14, 2023

  Houston Christian High School’s Food Service Department is pleased to provide you with a convenient and secure online payment service called mySchoolBucks.
  
  This website allows you to deposit money directly into your child’s school meal account and view balance/purchase information for the past ninety days. By having money in each child’s account prior to entering the dining room, we find that the lunch lines move along much faster, which gives your child more time to eat and be with friends. 
  
  *Please note that your student's ID number can be found in your online portal (where you applied for enrollment). Your student ID is the number before the "." So, if your student ID reads "12345.1" their number is "12345" 
  
  Please click here to set up your student's food service account, and learn more about loading funds, adding additional students, and FAQs.

• Attend New Parent Crash Course on August 22, 2023

  Tuesday, August 22nd at 11:30 AM OR 7:00 PM in the Daffin Lecture Hall. Please choose one session.
  
  No registration is required. All Freshmen parents and Transfer parents should plan to attend (this is a parent-only event).
  

   

  Topics covered:

  • Managing parent technology (parent portal, teacher's portal pages, checking grades, etc.)
  • Homework management and study tips
  • Accessing Help and Tutoring
  • Effective Teacher Communication and Insider Tips from Teachers
  • Managing Technology and Digital Media Battle
  • Perspective on Grades and College Admission
  • Perspectives on Transitions
  • Wisdom from parents who have gone before you

• Attend Mornings with Messer, September 2023

  Incoming families are invited to join Head of School, Ms. Leanne Messer, for fellowship and coffee to kick off the fall 2023 semester. This is a parent-only breakfast.  Please check back for dates and times.