About SOC

Our Mission
	Spring Branch School of Choice is dedicated to providing a meaningful and relevant high school curriculum which maximizes opportunities for student success. School of Choice delivers instruction through alternative approaches to meet individual students unique and diverse needs in a nurturing environment.
	*Why SOC should be your* school...**
	Day and night classes Students can earn up to ten (10) credits per academic year Accelerated schedule enables completion of traditional two semester course in one semester Low student-to-teacher ratio in confidence building and learner-friendly environment Hands-on approach to student instruction provided through project-driven, portfolio based curriculum Opportunities for career exploration and testing in job related courses Access to technical courses and programs through the Guthrie Center Team teaching in basic subjects showing how similar skills are used for various types of problem solving Opportunities to participate in student youth leadership organizations: Service Learning Projects Student Council Houston Teen Summit World Affairs Council Yearbook Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) Preparation for post-secondary education at: Community college Technical school Major university Participation in visual and performing arts Art Ceramics Drama/Theatre African Drum Ensemble Guitar Other Activities Interscholastic sports for students satisfying University Inter- scholastic Requirements (UIL) and wishing to participate on their attendance area campus School-wide Talent Show Scrap booking Community-wide art projects School-wide athletic tournaments in volleyball, basketball, soccer