“Choosing a School That Is Right for  your Child” Agenda Overview 2013 Information Session

“Choosing a School That Is Right for your Child”
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2013 Information Session
Agenda Overview
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 Welcome and Introductions
 Selection Overview Process
 High Schools and Programs by Admissions Process  Tips for Successful Applications
 What Happens after the Application?
 Closing Suggestions
 Helpful Resources
Education and Salary
Studies show that the more degrees students complete, the better their potential earnings will be…
Average Salary By Education Level
Average Annual Earnings—Different Levels of Education.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Current Population Surveys, March 1998, 1999, and 2000.
…and getting ready for college starts with picking the right high school! 3
Education and Unemployment
US Department of Labor statistics show that the more degrees students complete, the lower the unemployment rate is…
Average Unemployment Rate By Education Level
Household Data Annual Averages—Different Levels of Education.
Source: U.S Department of Labor, www.bls.gov/cps/cpsaat.pdf
Again….getting ready for college starts with picking the right high school! 4
CPS has choices to meet a variety of learning styles and interests
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programs
Neighborhood
Small
Career academy
Charter and contract
Magnet
Military academy
Selective enrollment
Career and Technical Education
College and Career Academies
Magnet programs
International Baccalaureate (IB)
AVID, JROTC and others
 Similar to a college application process.
 Variety of choices/ programs
 Admission procedures
 Start Early!
How do I select a High School? Think about these areas first:
 Location: What schools are nearby your home? What schools have easy commutes from your home? Use CTA’s “Plan a trip” feature to estimate commute times.  School Size: Are you looking for a large school with many curricular and extracurricular offerings, or a small school with a close‐knit community?
 Interest Areas, Curriculum and Courses: What are your academic interests and strengths? Are you looking for a high school with any particular focus or specific courses? What type of after‐
school programs are offered?
 Extracurriculars: What types of extracurricular activities (including sports and clubs) would help round out your academic experiences?
 School Performance: How well are students performing compared to other schools? What are the AP placement, graduation, and college‐going rates?
 School Expectations & Culture: What are the hours and uniform requirements? Are current students, staff and parents friendly? 6
High School Application Overview
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Selection process from Feb to May 2013. Pick up Options for Knowledge guide for more information.
Choices by Admissions Process
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Let’s review a few
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Neighborhood School
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Neighborhood High Schools (sometimes referred to as Zoned School) offer admission to any student in the attendance area. They vary significantly in terms of quality, size, and program offerings so it is best to investigate the high schools and determine if they are a good fit for the child. Did you know that approximately 70% of
CPS High School students attend a school
other than their neighborhood high school?
High School Options
Admissions
To find your assigned neighborhood high
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School Locator Page - Department of
School Demographics and Planning
• Students in the attendance area are
automatically enrolled in these schools
To find out more information on the high
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Chicago Public Schools : High schools
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spaces for non-attendance area students.
Applications are available either at the
school office or on the school’s website.
• Criteria are determined by the
neighborhood school.
Selective Enrollment High Schools (SEHS)
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Selective Enrollment High Schools provide academically advanced students with a challenging and enriched college preparatory experience. Each of the Selective Enrollment High Schools offers a rigorous curriculum with mainly honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Teachers expect students to be self‐driven and highly engaged with their studies. The schools strive to develop students’ critical and analytical thinking skills, and promote diverse academic inquiry by bringing together students from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. Did you know that 2/3 of the entrance requirements for selective enrollment are determined in 7th Grade? High Schools
Admissions
Brooks College Preparatory High School
Jones College Preparatory High School King College Preparatory High School Lane Technical High School Lindblom Math and Science Academy Northside College Preparatory High School • Payton College Preparatory High School • Westinghouse High School • Whitney Young Magnet High School • Students must complete an application & take an entrance exam
o Applications are due in Dec.
o Applications are available at: http://www.cpsoae.org/
o Entrance Exams begin in October and end in January
• Students are selected based on a total score of 900 points. o 7th Grade Grades: 300 points
o 7th Grade ISAT: 300 points
o 8th Grade SE Entrance Exam: 300 points
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Use SEHS/Military Academy Application. Obtain Options for Knowledge guide in October for addt’l info
Military Academies Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps ‐ JROTC
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 The CPS Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC) Military Academies are unique four‐year learning centers at high schools for students wishing to develop managerial, leadership, team‐
building skills and self‐discipline (all of which can be used in a wide variety of career fields). Students study in a small school environment and receive a college prep curriculum and military training and discipline from a team of teachers and JROTC instructors. Each academy focuses on a specific branch of the military; Army, Marines, Navy and Air Force.
Did you know that If you choose a military academy, it does not mean that your child will have to join the military?
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Air Force Academy High School Carver Military Academy
Chicago Military Academy Marine Math & Science Academy
Phoenix Military Academy
Rickover Naval Academy
Admissions
• Students must have achieved at least a total stanine of 10 on their 7th grade ISAT scores (a combination of reading comprehension and math score).
• Students will also be required to complete a questionnaire and essays, as well as attend an information session.
• Students must apply to programs using the Military Academy Application found at: http://www.cps.edu/Schools/High_schools/Pages/Milita
ryacademy.aspx
Use SEHS/Military Academy Application. For more information visit www.chicagojrotc.com
Magnet High Schools and Programs
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Magnet high schools have programs that place emphasis on particular subject areas like math/science or world language. A number of these schools do not have attendance boundaries so any student from across Chicago can apply. Even when schools have boundaries, they admit some students from outside. High Schools and
Programs
• Michele Clark Academic Prep High School
• Curie High School
• Von Steuben Metropolitan Science HS
• Chicago High School For Agricultural Sciences
• Harlan Engineering Program
• Senn Fine and Performing Arts Program
• Disney II Magnet High School
Admissions
• Students must apply to programs using the centralized Magnet Application found at: http://www.cpsoae.edu
• Students must have achieved at least a total stanine of 10 on their 7th grade ISAT scores (a combination of reading comprehension and math score) • Admissions criteria differs by school. All
magnet schools require an application and some require additional testing or audition. • Students are accepted based on randomized lottery
Charter Schools
Charter schools are publicly funded schools but operate independent of the Chicago Public School system. They have autonomy over curriculum, schedule, budget, staffing, governance and student discipline. Each school has a separate philosophy and often different focus (math and science, the arts, etc…) so it is important to research each school.
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High School Options
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Architecture, Construction, Engineering (ACE) Technical HS
Amandla Aspira (Ramirez, Early College)
CICS HS (Ellison, Hawkins, Longwood, Northtown)
Chicago Math and Science Academy (CMSA) HS
Chicago Talent Development HS
Chicago Virtual HS
Dusable Leadership Academy HS
EPIC Academy HS
Henry Ford Academy: Power House HS
Instituto Health Sciences Career Academy HS
Intrinsic High School
Legal Prep Charter Academy
Noble HS (Chicago Bulls, Comer, Golder, Johnson, Muchin, Noble, Pritzker, Rauner, Rowe‐Clark, UIC)
North Lawndale College Prep (Christiana, Collins)
Perspectives (HS of Technology, Leadership Acad., Math and Science, Joslin)
Prologue (Joshua Johnston)
University of Chicago – Woodlawn High School
UNO Charter School (Garcia campus)
Urban Prep (Bronzeville, Englewood, West) Young Women’s Leadership HS
Youth Connections HS (YCCS)
Admissions
• Students must apply to each charter school directly. Application dates vary considerably from school to school. Applications are often available on the website or at the school office.
• Students are selected based on a randomized lottery.
• While there are no eligibility requirements for entrance to charter high schools, many schools do require you attend an information session prior to applying. • More information is available at: cps.edu/newschools
Contact each school for application forms and instructions
Contract Schools
Contract schools are CPS schools that are managed by external organizations. Contract schools must adhere to the Illinois School Code and CPS student‐related policies.
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High School Options
Admissions
• Students must apply to each contract school directly. Application dates vary from school to school. Applications are often available on the website or at the school office.
• Chicago Academy for Advanced Technology (CAAT) HS
• Chicago High School for the Arts
• Community Services West (CSW) Career Academy HS
• Prologue Early College HS
• Students are selected based on a randomized lottery.
• While there are no eligibility requirements for entrance to contract high schools, many schools do require you attend an information session prior to applying. • More information is available at: cps.edu/newschools
Contact each school for application forms and instructions
Let’s review a few popular CPS programs
(for magnet programs refer to “High School at a glance” guide)
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International Baccalaureate (IB)
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IB programs are rigorous, college preparation programs. They meet international standards and are recognized by universities throughout the world. Students may receive up to one year of college credit based on performance.
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Amundsen High School
Bogan High School
Hyde Park Academy
Curie High School
Hubbard High School
Morgan Park High School
Kelly High School
Lincoln Park High School
Ogden International School
Steinmetz Academic Center Prosser Career Academy
Senn High School
Washington High School
Taft High School
South Shore International High School
Application to program is required. Must attend an information session at the school.
Pre‐eligibility requirements apply Minimum GPA of 2.5 is required.
Apply using centralized application at www.cpsoae.org
Obtain Options for Knowledge guide in October or visit www.cpsoae.org
College and Career Academies (Programs)
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Offer students industry‐focused coursework in addition to (and often integrated directly into) college prep curriculum. CCAs provide students with real‐world experience through job shadowing, internships and summer jobs. In addition, students participating in CCAs can often earn college credits or certifications in specific industries while still in high school!
Admissions
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Austin Polytech
Austin Business (ABEA)
Crane
Curie
Dunbar
Fenger
Harlan
Harper
Juarez
Julian
Manley
Marshall
Mather
Richards
Roosevelt
Schurz
Southshore
Sullivan
Wells
Lottery Academies PROGRAM OPTIONS
Agriculture & Horticulture
Broadcast Technology/Digital Media
Business Construction & Architecture
Culinary & Hospitality
Education & Training
Health Science
Human Services
Information Technology
Law & Public Safety
Manufacturing & Pre‐Engineering
Transportation
 Students are selected using a lottery with preference given to students with 7th grade ISAT stanine of at least 5 in both math and reading.
 Students with IEP / 504 plan and bilingual education students receive preferential status when their stanines in reading comprehension and total math total at least 10.
 A minimum of 30% of available seats will be filled by attendance
area students, when possible.
Selective Academies
 All students are assigned points selected based on 7th grade final GPA and ISAT stanine totals. Some programs may assign points to 1) a statement of interest 2) a recommendation letter from a teacher, counselor or principal and 3) an interview.  Students are rank‐ordered by total points, and students meeting/exceeding programs cut score are offered placement
Use College and Career Academy application ; Obtain Options for Knowledge guide in October for addt’l info
Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps – JROTC
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 The Mission of the Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC) in CPS is to motivate high school students and teach them the value of citizenship, leadership, service to community, personal responsibility and a sense of accomplishment while instilling in them self‐esteem, teamwork and self‐discipline.
Did you know that students in JROTC do not have to join the military?
For more information visit our website at: www.chicagojrotc.com
Schools with JROTC
Schools with JROTC
Corliss
Fenger
Lake View
Schurz
Curie
Foreman
Lane Tech
Simeon
Chicago Vocational Academy
Gage Park
Lincoln Park
Senn
Clemente
Harlan
Lindblom
School of Leadership
Douglass
Harper
Dunbar
Hirsch
Manley
Steinmetz
Dyett
Hubbard
Morgan Park
Sullivan
Team Englewood
Hyde Park
Phillips
Taft
Juarez
Prosser
Tilden
Kelvyn Park
Roosevelt
Wells
Farragut (Academy in a School)
Contact school directly for program enrollment instructions or visit www.chicagorotc.com
AVID‐ Advancement Via Individual Determination
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AVID, Advancement Via Individual Determination, is an elementary through postsecondary college readiness system that is designed to increase schoolwide learning and performance. The AVID system accelerates student learning, uses research based methods of effective instruction, provides meaningful and motivational professional development, and acts as a catalyst for systemic reform and change.
Schools with AVID
Contact school for enrollment details; visit www.avidonline.org or contact the CPS AVID at 773‐553‐1639
Let’s review a few options outside CPS
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Did you know that 98% of students in
Chicago’s parochial schools graduate
and 95% move on to college?
Parochial Schools
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Parochial schools are run through the Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago. Although run by a Catholic organization, students from all religions are welcome to apply. These schools have a tuition fee associated with them, however scholarships and financial aid options are available.
Admissions
• Though admissions differs by school, in general, most Catholic High Schools will ask for:
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Take the Catholic School Entrance Exam (many schools require that you take the entrance exam at the school you are hoping to attend)
Essays and/or letters of recommendation from teachers, counselors or principals
For some schools, discipline records may be requested as well
• Like Charter Schools, it is recommended to visit the school website to learn about admissions requirements and key dates because schools may differ.
• Interested students must apply directly to the school
High School Options
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St. Ignatius
Mount Carmel
Hales Franciscan
Gordon Tech
De LaSalle
Loyola
Cristo Rey
Notre Dame
For a complete listing: http://schools.archchicago.org/
Private Schools
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Private schools are not public, nor affiliated with a church or organization. They vary considerably in terms of size, quality, and area of focus. Like parochial schools, these schools come with a tuition fee. However, there are scholarship and financial aid options for those interested in attending. Admissions
• Though admissions differs by school, in general, most private High Schools will ask for:
• Students 7th & 8th grade grades
• 7th grade ISAT scores
• Students must also take the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE)
• Students will need to write an essay and submit letters of recommendation from a teacher, counselor or principal. • It is also helpful to demonstrate community service of some sort (i.e. camp counseling, church service, etc.) to get into these schools. • Like Charter Schools, it is recommended to visit the school website to learn about admissions requirements and key dates because schools may differ.
• Interested students must apply directly to the school
High School Options
Popular Private/Independent Schools:
• Chicago Waldorf School
• Latin School of Chicago
• Loyola High School
• Morgan Park
• Francis Parker
• University of Chicago Laboratory School
Popular Boarding Schools:
• Lake Forest Academy
• Glenwood School
For a complete listing: http://www.greatschools.net/illinois/chicago/
private/high‐schools/
Scholarship Options
What is required to apply for scholarships?
•Students must submit an application in the fall of their 8th
grade year or their 5th/6th grade year for High Jump.
•Students are chosen based on their academic performance, non‐academic activities and must demonstrate financial need.
•Students must write a statement of interest, submit letters of recommendation and undergo an interview process. Daniel Murphy
Link Unlimited
Provides full tuition and support for a four year parochial or independent high school student.
Provides full scholarship funding for African‐American males wanting to attend parochial or independent schools.
HSF Chicago
High Jump
Provides partial tuition and support for a four year parochial or independent high school student. Provides mentoring and supplemental instruction during middle school beginning in the 5‐6th
grades for motivated students demonstrating financial need. Many students become scholars or attend Selective Enrollment schools
Tips for Successful Selection
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Match of student interests and preferences to school academics, activities, sports, and culture
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Go to www.chooseyourfuture.org for high schools and programs search
Review each school’s website
Attend an Open House for every school you are interested in October
Check school performance at http://research.cps.k12.il.us/cps/accountweb/iam_Parent/
Talk to your grade school counselor
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Match of student academics to schools application requirements
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Take into consideration student travel time in your selection
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Tardiness can have a negative impact on student’s learning and attendance records
Go to CTA transit locator and estimate commute time to school choices
Select at least 5 school choices in various application processes, including your Neighborhood school
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Consider different school types throughout Chicago
Consider different types of programs within schools
Note that some schools may require an application for the school and program
Speak to parents and students who have done the process before
What happens after the application?
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Selective Enrollment acceptance letters mailed out in February
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OAE Appeals and Principal Discretion Process. More details in Options for Knowledge Book coming up in October
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OAE has an “End of Year Options” list of schools and helps families identify and apply for schools (and programs), including high schools, which still have seats available. Visit www.cpsoae.org for additional information.
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Consider other school choices if did not get in top choices
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Contact us if you need help
Stay tuned for open slots in high schools and programs.
Closing Suggestions
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Apply early! Attend an application support workshop for assistance. Remember these Deadlines:
Contact these schools directly for application/deadlines:
October:  Citywide High School Open Houses
Schools: non‐assigned neighborhood schools, charters and contract schools
November‐December:  Application Workshops
Programs: AVID, JROTC, visit chooseyourfuture.org for a full list of programs
December 13:  Application deadline for most schools and programs September:  Information Sessions Helpful Websites
o Chicago Public High Schools website: 1) High Schools Descriptions: www.cps.edu/Schools/High_schools/Pages/HighSchools.aspx
2) “Selecting a High School” page. Go to cps.edu home page, under Tell me About list.
o School Locator (to find your neighborhood high school): schoollocator.cps.k12.il.us
o Additional Program Information By High School: www.chooseyourfuture.org
o Information about Selective Enrollment, Military Academies, IB programs, Magnet schools and Options for Knowledge guide: www.cpsoae.org
o College and Career Academies: www.chooseyourfuture.org/college‐and‐career‐academies
o Military Academies and JROTC: www.chicagojrotc.com
o Charter Schools: www.cps.edu/Schools/High_schools/Pages/Charter.aspx
o AVID: www.avidonline.org
o Office of Special Education and Supports: www.cpsspecialeducation.org
o College & Career Planning: www.whatsnextillinois.org
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Questions??
Come visit us:
Mr. Coleman
Room 110 – Loft 1
773-534-5070 ext.18434
[email protected]
Mrs. Reuter
Room 120
773-534-5070
[email protected]
And don’t forget to attend our upcoming school
activities:
Peterson High School Fair – October 16th
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