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NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW HAMPSHIRE SCHOLARSSCHOLARS
College Ready,
Work Ready,
Ready for Life.
NHCUC Collaborative Projects
• VisitNHcolleges.org
• Admission Committee
• Counselor Tours
• College mini-fairs
• College Access Conventions
Students who take challenging courses and meet high
standards in middle school are much more likely to
enter high school ready to succeed. Algebra I is
recognized as the “gateway course” – students who take it by
the end of 8th grade are much more likely to take rigorous
courses in high school that lead to a college degree.
Source: Achieve, American Diploma Project
Preparing for the FuturePreparing for the Future…in middle school
Research has shown that a powerful
predictor of whether high school students
will graduate and earn a
college degree is the rigor of the
high school curriculum they complete.
Source: Achieve, American Diploma Project
Preparing for the FuturePreparing for the Future…in high school
What is NH Scholars?
• Nationally funded program using business leaders to motivate students, beginning in 8th grade, to complete a rigorous course of study in high school
• Helps students attain skills they need in work & life
Challenging Students
Over 70% of recent high school grads wish they had
taken more rigorous courses in high school.
Source: Achieve 2005
Relationships
Relevance
Rigor
ObjectiveObjective
To encourage ALL high school
students to complete a
defined, rigorous academic course of study
that prepares them for a successful transition to college or university coursework
or vocational/technical training
necessary to enter
today’s competitive job market
To challenge students
Higher Ed
• Commune admission requirements
• Partner with K-12 to reduce remediation
• Acknowledge and reward
• Less confusion with ACG
• Prepare the unprepared
The Four Key StakeholdersK-12
• Re-evaluate curriculum
• Align with Higher Ed and business expec-tations
• Increase expec-tations
• Challenge students
Business
• Reinforce 21st century needs
• Mentor students
• Share expertise and time
• Strengthen school partnerships
Public Policy
• Advocate for rigorous standards
• Potential funding source
• Visible and vocal leaders
New Hampshire Scholars Core Course of Study
9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade
English I English II English III English IV
Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Upper Level Math
Physical Science Biology Chemistry Physics
World History U.S. History U.S. Govt. Economics
2 years of the same Foreign Language
4-Year College4-Year College
Community College
Community College
WorkforceWorkforce
Encourages students to go above and beyond high school graduation requirements
Who can be a NH Scholar?
• Generally, 25% of students already motivated
• Middle 50% heaviest focus; greatest opportunity
• Lower 25% involves unique challenges
Program targets all students
What does a NH Scholar receive?• Gold medallion at graduation• NH Scholars foil seal on diploma• Electronic indication on transcript• Increased academic and financial rewards
New Hampshire’s MomentumOur Accomplishments
The immediate impact is seen in course enrollments. Example: Winnisquam Regional High School
• Doubled enrollment in chemistry
• Tripled enrollment in college prep physics
• Increased enrollment in foreign language by 25%
87% of NH Scholars’ graduates enroll in college immediately
Compared to the state average of 59%
NH Scholar Graduates Thru the Years
2007 – 72 2008 – 143 2009 – 443
2010 – 1,3772011 – 2,0062012 – 3,0652013 – 4,0012014 – 4,600
Active NH Scholars Districts
As of July 1, 2014 Seventy-three high schools actively
participate in NH Scholars.
__________ High School is one of those 73 high schools
• Strong correlation among students completing 3 years in core lab sciences with baccalaureate attainment
• Students taking physics have higher science proficiency than those only taking bio and chem
• Only 35% of HS graduates enroll in physics
• 70% of employers said applicants were “deficient” in critical thinking and problem solving
Why Physics?
Physics develops these skills and habits of mind
• Higher Academic Performance– Higher ACT scores (reading and math)
– Higher verbal SAT scores; more years = higher scores
– Correlation of higher performance in college
• U.S. Economic Competitiveness– One in five U.S. jobs tied to international trade and overseas
markets
– U.S. companies say international sales is growing more rapidly than domestic and this trend will increase
• U.S. National Security– U.S. Dept of State & Defense urge proficiency
– SMART Grants reward students who major in Foreign Language
Why Foreign Languages?
New Hampshire Scholars New Hampshire Scholars Key ComponentsKey Components
““88thth grade grade presentation” - presentation” -
delivered by delivered by business repsbusiness reps
““88thth grade grade presentation” - presentation” -
delivered by delivered by business repsbusiness reps
Incentives to stayIncentives to stayon trackon track
Incentives to stayIncentives to stayon trackon track
Senior Senior recognition recognition
event(s)event(s)
Senior Senior recognition recognition
event(s)event(s)
8888 9 10 119 10 119 10 119 10 11 12121212
GRADES
Show Students the Money
to help pay for college
New Hampshire colleges and universities are supporting the initiative by representing the program at high school award
nights, offering free course vouchers, providing application fee waivers, offering merit awards and serving on local school
advisory committees for NH Scholars high schools.
New England College offers a $12,000 renewable merit award for accepted NH Scholars
UNH-Manchester offers a $1,000 renewable merit award for accepted NH Scholars
Each community college campus offers twelve (12) $500 merit awards to accepted NH Scholars
Business Partnerships
• Leaders in the business community deliver the message directly to students about the importance of high school coursework and its impact on their future success.
• Business leaders provide workshops, activities and mentoring opportunities
• Students learn the 21st century skills that today’s employers require
Critical Component
When business & community
leaders talk… students listen!
Business “Champions” help students understand that
the choices they make today have a direct impact
on their career and business success tomorrow.
Ways Businesses Get Can Involved
Member of local partnership advisory team
8th Grade kick-off presentation speaker
Guest speaker for classroom activities in grades 9-12 Reinforcing the importance of high school Inspiring students to challenge themselves What are today’s employers looking for
Host of company / job site tours
Provider of internship or job shadow opportunities
Sponsoring a luncheon or activity for NH Scholars
Become a Champion Today!
www.nhscholars.org/NHScholarsChampions.cfm
Commitment
Seamless Integration
• Assign school coordinator
• Ensure core courses are offered
• Strengthen/develop business partnerships
• Provide yearly kick-off presentations to 8th graders
• Provide ongoing outreach for grades 9-12
• Recognize seniors at graduation events
Implementation
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School counselors will work with students to develop a 4-year educational plan designed at
providing incentives and motivation to students
Expectations
To better prepare students for college & career
• Increase number of students taking rigorous courses
• Begin trend of students taking core courses earlier
• Prepare high school students for standardized tests,
including NECAP, PSAT, SAT and ACT
• Increase postsecondary attendance rates
• Provide additional financial aid resources
• Decrease the need for college remediation courses
Goals and Objectives
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Increase public perception while marketing/promoting the school’s
success and advancement
Questions?
Scott Power, DirectorNew Hampshire Scholars Initiative
603.225.4199 [email protected]
www.NHscholars.org