Students received their test scores for the EXPLORE, PLAN, and PSAT back on Monday. If you have not seen them, ask your child. They can be valuable tools for increasing test scores in the future. If you have questions, call Sandy Chavis at 782-0282.
The week of April 9-13 is Spring Standardized Test week. It is important that students not miss school and that they are at school by 8:00 am. They should eat a healthy breakfast and get a good night's sleep. Bring two #2 pencils, a jacket, and a calculator. Room assignments will be posted for students.
Arkansas School Plant Managers Association scholarship is open to senior students who complete the application and provide the required documentation by May 1, 2012. Criteria are application, ACT scores, school activities, essay and two letters of recommendation. Awards may be up to $5000. Check in the Counseling Center.
Junior girls and boys who would like to develop interpersonal skills, enjoy a challenging event, and increase your resume should see Mrs. Chavis about attending Arkansas Girls and Arkansas Boys State programs this summer.
The University of Arkansas is offering classes in Reading skills and speed reading for children and adults this summer in Fort Smith. The classes will be held at First Cumberland Presbyterian Church at 605 North 47th Street. Tuition and materials vary by program level. There is a family discount. The program is for 4 year olds and entering kindergartners through 12th graders, college students and adults. Classes are weekly and meet for about two hours. Skills covered are phonics, comprehension, vocabulary, study skills, speed reading, and love of reading. Classes are taught by professional instructors from the Institute of Reading Development. Call 1-800=979-9151 for more information or registration.
Many student schedules have not been returned. This form is necessary in order to properly schedule students into their choices. Parents, please sign and have your child return the form.
AP Exams are scheduled for the first two weeks in May. Several students have not paid the exam fee. The fee is $87 per exam. This is past due. If students do not take the exam, they are not awarded the weighted credit per state law. Please get the appropriate fee to Mrs. Chavis. Checks should be made to Union Christian Academy.
