College, Career, and Military Readiness
The mission of Lorena ISD is to provide “exceptional learning opportunities that inspire and equip all students for a productive and independent future.” Preparing all students for college and workforce success is an essential part of fulfilling this mission. At Lorena High School, we take great pride in the level of preparedness our students have attained when they walk across the stage as graduates.
College Readiness
Students who are college ready have the knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary to be successful in a postsecondary academic environment. Lorena ISD believes all students have the potential to reach their postsecondary goals, and we are committed to offering the courses, environment, and resources to help them do so.
College Testing
Texas colleges and universities require students to demonstrate academic readiness through either the TSIA2, SAT or ACT assessments. Lorena High School offers these assessments to students beginning in the 10th grade year, as appropriate. College readiness assessment standards are as follows:
Test | English Passing Standard | Math Passing Standard |
SAT | 480 | 530 |
ACT | 40 (English and Reading Combined Score) | 22 |
TSIA2 | 945 and 5 on essay | 950 |
College Preparatory Curriculum
Lorena High School offers a rigorous college preparatory standard curriculum to promote academic success for all students. We also offer a variety of advanced coursework to challenge accelerated students and allow opportunities to earn college credit while still in high school.
Rigorous College Preparatory Standard Curriculum
English | Math | Science | Social Studies | Foreign Language |
English I
English II
English III
English IV
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Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
Pre-Calculus
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Int Physics & Chemistry
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Forensic Science (CTE)
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World Geography
World History
United States History
US Government
Economics
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Spanish
Levels 1-4
German
Levels 1-4
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Advanced Academics
English | Math | Science | Social Studies | Fine Art |
English I Pre-AP
English II Pre-AP
English III AP (Language)
English IV AP
(LIterature)
Dual Credit English
1301/1302
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Algebra I Pre-AP (8th Grade)
Geometry Pre-AP
Algebra II Pre-AP
Pre Calculus Honors
Calculus AP
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Biology Honors
Physics AP
Biology AP
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Human Geography AP
Modern World History AP
Dual Credit US History 1301/1302
Dual Credit US Government 2305
Dual Credit Economics 2301
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Studio Art AP
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Career Readiness
CTE
Career & Technology Education
Career and Technical Education (CTE) provides students with the opportunity to learn about specific career areas and gain important knowledge and skills necessary to be successful in future education and employment. Lorena High School offers CTE courses in seven career clusters to include twelve programs of study. Course offerings include opportunities to earn industry certification and TSTC dual credit.
Click here for more information about the programs of study offered at Lorena High School.
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
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Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
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Business, Marketing and Finance
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Health Science
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Human Services
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Engineering
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Information Technology
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Online Dual Enrollment
Through a partnership with TSTC, juniors and seniors at Lorena High School students have the opportunity to earn college credit in the following areas:
TSTC Course Name | TSTC Course # | LHS Course |
Computer Illustration | ARTC 1353 | Graphic Design & Illustration I w/Lab |
Digital Imaging I | ARTC 1302 | Digital Art and Animation |
Digital Publishing I | ARTC 1313 | Digital Design & Media Production |
Design Communication I | ARTC 1317 | Graphic Design & Illustration II w/Lab |
TSTC Course Name | TSTC Course # | LHS Course |
Spreadsheets | POFI 1349 | Business Information Management I w/Lab |
Principles of Accounting I | ACNT 1325 | Accounting I |
Payroll & Business Tax Accounting | ACNT 1329 | Finnancial Analysis |
Intro to Computerized Accounting | ACNT 1311 | Accounting II |
TSTC Course Name | TSTC Course # | LHS Course |
Personal Computer Hardware | ISTC 1325 | Internetworking Technologies I |
Fundamentals to Networking | ITNW 1325 | Internetworking Technologies II |
Implementing & Supporting Servers | ITNW 1354 | Networking Lab |
Secure Linux Administration | ITSY 1374 | Cybersecurity Capstone |
For more information about Lorena High School course offerings and graduation requirements, please visit the Course Registration page on the LHS Guidance and Counseling website.
Career & Tech Education Methods of Administration |