The Governor’s Honors Program
Shiloh High School
Devin JonesProfessional School
Counselor
What is GHP?
Six week (now cut to four weeks) instructional program begun in 1964 for the state’s most talented students
A chance for in depth study of academic or artistic fields of interest and be taught by excellent high school and college instructors
An opportunity practice interpersonal skills living with peers on a Georgia college campus
Participation paid for by the state, including each student’s tuition, room, board, and instructional supplies
GHP alumni speak out!
What do GHP nominees look like?
They are the very top students at this school in their area of study, and are well-rounded, high achieving students across the board.
Nominees take the most challenging courses in their area of nomination and they do well.
Nominees are passionate about their area of study and participate in various extracurricular activities in that area.
What does it mean to be nominated? Your teacher has recognized you as an
exceptionally talented student. Nomination in more than one area means
decision-making, but multiple opportunities too!
Nomination is a feather in your cap but also a big commitment to a lengthy process.
You are entering a competition among the smartest, most talented high school students in the state of Georgia for limited spaces in the state’s most prestigious summer program.
Once you’re nominated…
What happens next? Completion of application Revision of application with faculty
School interviews Teacher recommendation County interviews State interviews
How are GHP nominees judged? Quality of application Evidence of commitment to area of
nomination (i.e. extra-curricular activities)
Academic performance and PSAT scores
Additional nominations Teacher recommendation Performance in interviews (and
subject specific requirements such as writing samples, portfolios, resumes, etc.)
Your Application
You never get a second chance to make a first impression! Develop your ideas thoroughly ▪ Thorough does NOT mean a few sentences. Each response must be considered an independent composition /essay.
List all of your accomplishments Organize and proofread Get advice and feedback from those you
trust
Application Questions
Describe your interest in area.
Describe what you have done beyond normal class work.
Explain why you should be selected.
Have you decided on a career? Elaborate.
Make any statement supporting your nomination, not covered elsewhere.
For more information…
Check out the GA Department of Education’s website for students and parents: http://admin.doe.k12.ga.us/gadoe/blogs/ghpblog.
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Explore the website that 2009’s computer science majors created: http://www.valdosta.edu/ghp/ghp2009/index.html
Watch the videos: http://real.doe.k12.ga.us/vod/ghp/ghpvideoweb.
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