E. P. A. S: The Pathway to College Readiness Brian R E.P.A.S: The Pathway to College Readiness Brian R. Brutyn Principal: Algonac High School IB World School 1

What is E.P.A.S.? Educational Planning and Assessment System EXPLORE: 8th Grade EXPLORE: 9th Grade PLAN: 10th Grade ACT/MME: 11th Grade D-ACT: 12th Grade 2

Why is E.P.A.S. important? AHS Mission Statement It is the mission of Algonac High School to provide a supportive, rigorous, and internationally minded learning experience for students of all abilities.   Upon graduation, A.H.S. students will possess the ability to: Succeed in a post-secondary educational setting Compete, thrive, and philanthropically contribute within the emerging global society Exhibit exemplary moral behaviors

School Improvement Goals All students will meet or exceed College Readiness Standards in: Math (22) Science (24) Reading (21) Writing (8/12 and 18 in English)

EXPLORE Score Maximum: 25 PLAN Score Maximum: 32 ACT Score Maximum: 36 Score Values EXPLORE Score Maximum: 25 PLAN Score Maximum: 32 ACT Score Maximum: 36 5

Early Indicators of College Readiness College Readiness Benchmark Scores The EXPLORE and PLAN College Readiness Benchmark Scores are based on the ACT College Readiness targets. They reflect students’ expected growth from EXPLORE to PLAN to the ACT and assume sustained academic effort throughout high school. College Readiness Benchmark Score EXPLORE PLAN ACT English 13 15 18 Math 17 19 22 Reading 15 17 21 Science 20 21 24 ACT Subject Area Test Students who meet a Benchmark on the ACT have ≈ 50% chance of earning a B or better and ≈ 75% chance of earning a C or better in the corresponding college course or courses.

Your Students College Goal? Why is this important? Average Minimum for Acceptance Your Students College Goal? - 33 Harvard - 28 U of M - 25 MSU /MTU - 22 CMU/WMU - 21 EMU

Scholarship Money… An Example Presidential Scholar Program $15,000 – Full tuition annually General Eligibility Criteria: High school GPA of 3.5/4.0 scale and ACT composite of 27 or SAT combined score of 1210 Pilgrim Scholar Program $10,000 - $16,000 annually General Eligibility Criteria: High school GPA of 3.2/4.0 scale and ACT composite of 24 or SAT combined score of 1090 Achievement Scholar Program $9,000 - $13,000 annually General Eligibility Criteria: High school GPA of 2.8/4.0 scale and ACT composite of 21 or SAT combined score of 980 PROVE THIS WITH YOUR OWN RESEARCH!!!

Scholarship Money… An Example

Score Reports

THE BEST RESULTS COME FROM THREE LAYERS OF STAKEHOLDERS. How to Improve… THE BEST RESULTS COME FROM THREE LAYERS OF STAKEHOLDERS. As a parent…. As a School…. As a Student…

As a parent…. Encourage full effort on E.P.A.S. Assessments Ask for (and review) the score report (with your student) Discuss college goals and research minimum requirements (and scholarship levels) Set high goals Communicate your needs to subject area teachers Encourage practice and seek help!

How to Improve….

How to Improve (FREE)…. Go to www.mel.org Click on databases Choose Learning Express Library Click on College Preparation option   First time users create a username and password. No other info is requested. Must go through MeL link to be recognized as Michigan user with free access.

How to Improve (FREE)….

As a school…. Staff that knows and reacts to your students ‘data’ Develop and offer interventions for those that desire/need them Deliver a curriculum rich in ACT Readiness Standards Communicate with stakeholders

As a student…. Give full effort on E.P.A.S. assessments Devote time to reviewing score sheets and working on areas that need improvement Communicate needs to parents and teachers Seek interventions Set goals in consultation with parents Research colleges and their requirements Practice!

Need more information? Call or e-mail with any questions. I am happy to provide your students E.P.A.S. scores. Send an e-mail request to: bbrutyn@acsk12.us