Students joined Ms. Lambropoulos and Mr. Alanis in representing Energy Institute last week at the Marine Technology Society Annual BBQ and Fundraising Event.  MTS is the leading international community of ocean engineers, technologists, policy makers, and educators. Students had the opportunity to meet with professionals from various companies and explain the current projects they are working on. It was a wonderful event for our students and school to be a part of!  To learn more about the Marine Technology Society visit their  website!

College Preparation starts freshman year at Energy.  Last week our Deans met with all ninth grade students to review first quarter grades, learn how to calculate GPA's and read transcripts, and discuss what colleges and universities are looking for on applications from interested students.  The ninth grade student meetings were followed with a well attended evening parent meeting, which parents were able to review their student's graduation plan.  If you were unable to attend the parent meeting you can view the presentation  here!

The Energy Student of the Week was nominated by Dr. Gibson, "Fernando has been a star in class. He is our official timekeeper, and he has offered (without my asking) to empty...yes...the classroom wastewater containers. Most importantly, Fernando is always on task and he pursues assignments with gusto. Good job, Fernando!"

Fernando first became interested in attending Energy when the magnet coordinator visited his middle school.  Project based learning and the updated technology really caught his eye.  Now what keeps him motivated is his desire to attend a four year university and become an architect.  "I am trying to get into the college of my choice and really develop the real world skills I'll need to be successful.  My dream job would be to be an architect and live up north with my family in Washington."  Fernando was nominated for his "can do" attitude he demonstrates in all his classes.  "I work my hardest to complete all my work.  I perform very well under pressure!"  He certainly does, Fernando recently was asked on the spot to explain his current project to over 50 families visiting on magnet tours and he performed flawlessly!  Keep up the great work Fernando - we are proud you represent Energy!

Last week, Energy Institute High School sophomore and junior students were able to attend the Houston ISD "Texas College Night" at the University of Houston. Students met with college representatives from across the state and participated in a panel discussion with a number of professors. Our students asked excellent questions and enjoyed learning about the application process, as well as the unique opportunities offered as part of being accepted into the Honors College. The night ended with all of the students who were invited hearing from a panel of HISD graduates giving them tips on how to survive college and what to do to make college a reality. They discussed scholarship opportunities, time-management, responsibility and most of all the importance of graduating from college.

Interested in attending Energy next year or know someone who is? We will be hosting Magnet Tours every Thursday at 1pm starting October 8th - December 3rd.  Stop by and join us to learn about all the exciting things happening in our classrooms.

Can't make a tour - no problem!  We will also be hosting an evening Magnet Open House for prospective students and their families Thursday, November 19th at 6pm.  Be sure to join us for a very informative evening featuring student presentations, campus tour, and interactive sessions on project based learning.  We look forward to seeing you on campus!

The application window is now open.  Apply online by visiting  HISD Choice.  For magnet related questions please email Ms. Moon at [email protected].

JOIN NOW and shop our Energy store for spirit items!

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NASA wants you to become the engineers, scientists, researchers and innovators of tomorrow. High School Aerospace Scholars offers a one-of-a-kind experience for Texas high school students like you to jump start your future and explore the possibilities of a science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) related major or career. Learn more about the program by viewing "High School Aerospace Scholars: A Journey of Discovery." Your adventure starts this fall with an online course and culminates - for students who earn the opportunity - with an on-site summer experience at NASA's Johnson Space Center.

APPLY TODAY the application closes November 3rd.

Our next tech night will be Thursday, November 12th.  We hope to see you there to learn more about the digital resources available to all parents and students. We will be hosting evening workshops on the following dates:

• November 12th
• February 11th
• March 10th

Bring your student's laptop and attend a session on  Grade Speed, the   HUB (online learning platform), r esearch skills, or  Naviance/College Planning.  A sign up for sessions will be shared with parents soon.  You will be able to sign up for one of the sessions each workshop evening.

For more information view the workshop notice here.