Loudoun County Public Schools What is CAMPUS? Prepared by: Deborah E. Johnson, Ph.D. CAMPUS Coordinator Loudoun County Public Schools

Purpose An academic and college preparation program designed to meet the specific needs of students from historically under-represented populations in higher education and prospective first-generation college students attending LCPS high schools Seeks to support and encourage students who demonstrate ability to achieve academic success and college admission Serves over 450 students countywide Admission to and success in college are among the goals of the program.

How CAMPUS Supports Students Academic enrichment and support (Mandatory CAMPUS class and/or meetings) 2-Day Summer Seminar College and university visits College and scholarship preparation Community service projects and activities Leadership development

Academic Enrichment and Support Mandatory CAMPUS classes and/or meetings Structured curriculum college preparation application & admissions process financial aid & scholarship preparation time management study skills self-advocacy skills leadership development Careful course selection

2-Day Summer Seminar (College and Career workshops and Visit to University of Virginia) (Held the summer before the high school year begins for newly-selected CAMPUS students)

2-Day Summer Seminar (Visit to University of Virginia on Day 2 of Seminar)

College Visits Visit various types of colleges and universities Students are required to attend at least 2 college visits per year.

College Visit to Virginia State University

College Visit to University of Mary Washington

CAMPUS Projects and Activities Diversity Fair (volunteer) Community Service Projects Student Ambassadors

College Fair Participation (CAMPUS students attend and volunteer)

CAMPUS Student Ambassadors Serve as representatives for the CAMPUS Program Participate in leadership development training Serve as a liaison to CAMPUS students

CAMPUS Student Ambassadors

Student Ambassadors in Leadership Training Workshop

Student Ambassadors at Executive Youth Leadership Summit at U. S Student Ambassadors at Executive Youth Leadership Summit at U.S. Capitol

Student Ambassadors at Executive Youth Leadership Summit at U. S Student Ambassadors at Executive Youth Leadership Summit at U.S. Capitol

CAMPUS Celebration for Seniors

CAMPUS Senior Celebration (CAMPUS honors seniors)

CAMPUS Senior Celebration (Seniors honor their parents)

CAMPUS Senior Celebration (CAMPUS honors seniors and their parents)

CAMPUS Senior Celebration

CAMPUS Senior Celebration

2008 Gates Millennium Scholarship Recipient (CAMPUS senior)

CAMPUS Graduates - 2009

Parental Involvement Integral part of CAMPUS and its success Expected to participate in CAMPUS initiatives Expected to support their children in college search and application process Expected to attend bi-monthly parent meetings Expected to serve as chaperones for college visits

“Gates Millennium Scholarship” Workshop for Students and Parents

“Salliemae” Financial Aid Workshop for Parents

“Family Connection” Training for CAMPUS Parents

Application Process Majority of applicants are selected from rising 9th grade applicant pool. If spaces are available, upper-class students in grades 10-11 can apply during late spring or early in the fall semester. Applications are available through LCPS website and middle and high school guidance offices.