8th to 9th Grade Transition

The transition from 8th to 9th grade can be difficult for parents and students to navigate. This page can help you find what you need to make that transition successful for your family.

Parent Nights

8th Grade Parent Nights

If you were unable to join us for 8th Grade Parent Nights where you learn about graduations plans, advanced academics, and explore an elective showcase.
View the 8th Grade Parent Night Presentation here.

All meetings begin at 6pm.
Judson MS - January 13
Metzger MS - January 14
Woodlake Hills - MS January 14
Kirby MS - January 15

High School Showcases

Students and parents, this is your opportunity to visit all Judson ISD high schools to see what campus is best for you.   Teachers and students will be available to share information about pathways , electives, and much more. 

All meetings begin at 6pm.

JHSl - January 16
VMHS - January 22
WHS - January 23
JECA - January 24

SchooLinks

SchooLinks is the Judson ISD official college and career readiness platform for students in grades 6-12. It helps students and their families create an individualized roadmap to serve each student's unique skills, interests, and goals for the future.

What to expect from School Links for students and families:

• Access career interest surveys
• College and career exploration
• Guide counselors to create lessons and course plans
• Communicate with counselors

To get started:

• Students should go their JISD portal
• Find the SchooLinks logo
• Login and begin the onboarding process

Visit our SchooLinks website for more information. 

Career & Technical Education (CTE) 

Judson ISD offers a variety of CTE programs that teach real-world skills, provide career certifications, and prepare students to enter into the workforce right after high school.

Learn more about these programs here.

Watch our CTE highlight video.

Specialty campuses, CTE Transfers

JISD offers specialty programs to fit your child's interests and career goals. Whether it's PTECH, JECA, TSTEM, or a specialty CTE program, JISD can help your child get on the path to post-graduation success. Visit our Specialty Campus information page.

Specialty campuses require completion of the Common Application, open from November 23 through January 26. Families will be notified of acceptance.

Common Application Notification and Acceptance Timelines

School of Choice

School of Choice is an option for current Judson ISD students who would like to attend a different high school outside of their designated attendance zone/feeder pattern.  Please keep in mind this is different than a CTE transfer request as a CTE transfer request is utilized when a student would like to register for a pathway that is not offered at the designated feeder pattern campus. School of choice students do not receive transportation. 

School of Choice registration application is not open at this time. Please check back for more information.