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Volume 2 Issue 4
| January 2015
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Guidance is a communication designed to keep parents informed of upcoming academic events, scholarship opportunities, and important dates regarding post-secondary search and application.You also can find helpful Guidance Department information in the Academics section of www.scecina.org.
Thank you for partnering with us at Scecina!
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Juniors
- ACCUPLACER Diagnostic Exam:
- Indiana lawmakers have passed HEA 1005 requiring public school and accredited non-public school students who meet certain criteria (based on PSAT scores and ECA scores) to take the ACCUPLACER Diagnostic exam. The results of the ACCUPLACER exam show student performance in Reading, Writing, and Math skills as they relate to being "College and Career Ready." Scecina students meeting the criteria will be taking this exam the first week of February. Students who are testing will be notified during the week of Jan. 26. For more information on HEA 1005 and the criteria used for assessment identification, please visit www.doe.in.gov/achievement/ccr.
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Students found to need remediation in Reading/Writing or Math as a result of this assessment will be provided with remedial opportunities during daily resource time. Remediation will be aimed at increasing college and career readiness. If you have any questions regarding this assessment or the remediation process, please contact a member of the guidance department.
- College Planning Night for juniors is at 7 p.m. Jan. 29 in the music room. This will be a very informative evening for juniors and their parents as we begin to look at senior year course selection and college planning for senior year.
- PSAT scores for sophomore and juniors were handed out during Catholic Theology classes on Jan. 13. The guidance department will be assisting students in interpreting the reports. If you have questions regarding your child's report, please contact a member of the guidance department.
- We encourage all juniors to take the ACT and SAT during spring of junior year.
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College Information
- Congratulations to seniors who already have received acceptance letters! Colleges and universities have different turnaround times, with some not sending out acceptances until winter or early spring. Please visit the individual college site for more information on the length of time between application and acceptance. Please also remember to bring copies of all acceptances and scholarship offers to Mrs. Joyce.
- Wabash College will host its 43rd annual Opportunities to Learn About Business (OLAB) program. Every summer, about 60 boys and girls who will be entering their senior year in high school spend a week at Wabash College at an educational camp taught by college professors and Indiana business leaders. The Labbies do not pay a dime to attend (except for travel to and from Wabash) since philanthropic sponsors provide $1,000 scholarships. It's an outstanding educational opportunity for young people.
- The OLAB week (July 12-18, 2015) is demanding and challenging. Wabash is looking for high-quality, motivated students. Interest in business is NOT required. There are plenty of opportunities -- from making a TV commercial to giving speeches -- to learn creativity in running a business. Any current juniors interested, please visit www.wabash.edu/olab for more information and application forms. Applications must be received by April 22 for this year's program, which runs from July 12-18.
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Scholarship Opportunities
- The Sigma Phi Epsilon Indiana Beta chapter is seeking applicants for its Balanced Man Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded to Indiana University-bound senior males for their scholarship, philanthropic, athletic and extracurricular achievements. The scholarship application deadline is May 1, 2015, and can be accessed at: www.formstack.com/forms/?1318462-3Wx6po0A7U
- The Foundation for Rural Service, in cooperation with Nine Star Connect, is accepting applications for its scholarship program. The scholarship is open to students whose parent/guardian is a customer in good standing with Nine Star. Applicants will be evaluated based on grade point average and students in interested in math, science and engineering will be given preference. Please see Mrs. Joyce for additional information.
- Brighthouse Networks again is sponsoring its scholarship program. Bright House Networks Futures Leaders is a technology scholarship program designed to recognize high school seniors in good standing in the Bright House Networks service area for their contributions to their schools and local communities. Bright House Future Leaders will be named based on community service activities, leadership skills and an essay describing the importance of leadership and community service. Bright House Future Leaders winners will be awarded a computer laptop, software and carrying case. To qualify to be considered for this special recognition, students must meet the following:
- Attend a high school in the Bright House Networks service area as a senior in good standing.
- Applicants must have a minimum of a 2.5 GPA.
- Demonstrate leadership abilities in school activities or through work experiences
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to community service involvement.
- In addition to the completed application form, applicants must include a typed 500-word (minimum) essay describing the importance of leadership and community service.
Entries will be judged on or about April 15, 2015 by a panel of Bright House Networks administrators. Please see the Guidance office for additional information.
- The Kiwanis Club of Northwest Indianapolis is sponsoring two scholarship programs for students who have demonstrated good citizenship. The $1,200 scholarships are given to students who demonstrate good school, family and community citizenship. Please see Guidance or Ms. Biela for additional information.
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