1 CPS High School Application Process Fall 2015 Parent Information Session for entry

2 Top 10 skills employers want in new hires Recommended titles Updates for applicants Online application procedures Applying with an IEP Selective Enrollment International Baccalaureate (including MYP for all) Magnet programs Charter/contract schools College/career academies Hidden Gems – presented by Grace Sawin Lake View High School – presented by Principal Scott Grens Skills & tips for success Ms. Khorana’s contact information

1. Ability to work as a team 2. Ability to make decisions and solve problems 3. Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work 4. Ability to communicate verbally with people inside and outside an organization 5. Ability to obtain and process information 6. Ability to analyze quantitative data 7. Technical knowledge related to the job 8. Proficiency with computer software programs 9. Ability to create and/or edit written reports 10. Ability to sell and influence others something-employees/ 3

 Mindset ◦ by Carol Dweck  How Children Succeed: Grit, Curiosity, and the Hidden Power of Character ◦ by Paul Tough  Raising An Emotionally Intelligent Child ◦ by John Gottman and Daniel Goleman 4

5 Eligibility Letters: Available tonight or for pick up in main office if haven’t already 7 th grade final grades 7 th grade spring NWEA scores (percentiles) A list of schools and programs to which your student is eligible to apply Directions and a pin # for the online application system

Beginning now, you can begin schedule the selective enrollment exam, IB information sessions and magnet auditions using the online application site. If you schedule your selective enrollment exam for November, you will receive your results prior to the application deadline (within 2 weeks of test date). Application due date is December 11, 2015 Notification letters will be mailed by February 26, 2016 for any program overseen by the Office of Access & Enrollment CPS high school online searchable guide: 6

Go to Pin number is included in eligibility letter You can also schedule your selective enrollment exam, IB information sessions and magnet auditions You will only see scheduling dates if your child is eligible for that program Print your confirmation for your records Deadline to schedule on-line is December 11, 2015 Can reschedule after application closes but must not miss original deadline You Tube video to demonstrate process at Office of Access and Enrollment website 7

 Selective enrollment high schools  Magnet programs  IB Programs  Military Academies  CTE (College/Career Academies) 8

If your student’s application requires a supporting document, you may not be able to apply online. Students who did not attend CPS in their 7 th grade year need to take CPS administered NWEA MAP tests. Register for CPS testing online.online Send paper applications to OAE, 42 W. Madison, Garden level, Chicago, IL OR Provide to Mrs. Khorana for sending via district mail Supporting documents include: Out of district 7 th grade transcripts After testing, the student will be notified if eligible for programs. 9

 Your children may apply to any CPS program in which they are eligible to apply  EVERY Chicago Public School would be required to follow the IEP as is written, regardless of type of school or program  There may be different criteria for application  Every school/program has its own policy on handling these applications 10

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12 Selective Enrollment is decided based on a point scale system. You can score up to 900 pts. 300 points for 7 th grade final grades 300 points for 7 th grade NWEA scores 300 points for selective enrollment exam Need to be in the 24 th percentile or higher in reading and math in order to qualify for application Note: for special education students or English Language Learners (ELL), combined Reading and Math percentiles must equal 48

13 Grades Points calculated for reading, math, science, and social studies. A=75, B=50, C=25 for a maximum of 300 pts. Test Scores based on your percentile scores from your 7 th grade NWEA reading and math tests for a maximum of 300 pts. Selective Enrollment Test 300 points possible Scoring Rubric %20Selective%20Enrollment%20HS_2014.pdf %20Selective%20Enrollment%20HS_2014.pdf

14 First Round (mailed 3 rd week of February): First 30% of seats at each school given to top ranked students no matter their tier Remaining 70% of seats at each school given to top ranking students at each of the four tiers (split evenly) Acceptance at only one school Tier map available at Office of Access and Enrollment website. Must use primary address to apply See tie breaker policy on Office of Access and Enrollment website

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16  If you do not get accepted into a selective enrollment school, or the selective enrollment school of your choice, there is the Principal Discretion process  Only up to an additional 5% of students chosen  Numbers differ every year  Application packets published each year in beginning March  You can only apply to one school through this process, and you must have applied to that school during the original process

17 International Baccalaureate (IB) One application for all IB schools. Apply up to 6 schools Must attend one information session – may schedule online. Can attend at any school, even if you have not applied there Must have a percentiles of 24 or higher in Reading and Math (total of 48 for students with IEP’s) Point totals available when you schedule online or using the IB rubric available at cpsoae.org

18 IB Point System 900 points possible 450 points possible for 7 th grade NWEA percentiles in Reading and Math 450 points possible for 7 th grade grades 50 additional points available for living in the attendance area of the school to which you apply. Top scoring students are granted admission May receive multiple offers.

Amundsen Back of the Yards* Bogan* Bronzeville Academy* Clemente* Curie Farragut* Hubbard Hyde Park* Juarez Kelly Kennedy* Lincoln Park* Morgan Park Ogden International* Prosser Schurz* Senn* South Shore Intntl Steinmetz Taft* Washington *Indicates MYP for all for neighborhood students 19

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21 Magnet schools (6) and programs (2) Examples – science, fine & performing arts, technology, etc. One application – can apply up to eight programs No Magnet Testing Individual requirements for admission Can apply online For most magnet programs, students are selected through computerized lottery IF they meet requirements for the program. There IS sibling preference. Two exceptions Senn Fine Arts – audition and/or portfolio Von Steuben Scholars – grades (minimum GPA of 3.0), test scores (60 th percentile in reading & math), essay, and teacher recommendations.

Magnet Schools Disney II High School Entry in 7 th & 9 th grade Von Steuben Metropolitan Scholars (see requirements previous slide) & Science Both programs have special requirements and paper application, visit Special Programs that are not Magnets Lincoln Park – Double honors and Fine & Performing Arts (separate paper app), Lake View HS – outside attendance area Alcott HS

23 Examples Noble Street Charters ChiArts CICS Northtown Admissions ◦ Must obtain applications through school website OR from the school’s admissions office ◦ Each school has a separate deadline ◦ Many choose students through a lottery system  For information on Charter Schools visit charterscale.org.

24 Special academies located in neighborhood high schools focusing on specific skills. Included in online application system. Agricultural EducationDigital Media Architectural DesignEducation – Early Childhood Automotive TechnologyEducation – Teaching Broadcast TechnologyHealth – Allied Health Business ConstructionHealth – Medical Asst. CosmetologyHealth – Medical Careers Culinary and HospitalityInformation Technology DesignIT – Cisco Networking Law and Public SafetyIT – Game Programming LogisticsPre-engineering

25 Austin Business & Entrepreneurship Austin Polytechnical Crane Curie Dunbar Fenger Hancock Harlan Harper Jones Juarez Julian Manley Marshall Mather Richards Roosevelt Schurz South Shore Sullivan Wells Westinghouse (separate app)

26  Application same as the selective enrollment  Requirements: ◦ Combined percentile in Reading and Math 48 or above ◦ Must attend one information session. At this session, students will be asked to:  Fill out a motivation and perseverance questionnaire  Answer two essay questions  Sign a statement of commitment

 Please welcome Chicago schools expert Grace Sawin!   Visit schools (calendar on website)  Keep an open mind  Spread your net wide ◦ Can get multiple offers across application types 27

28 Applications specific to each school For more info, see: Entrance Exam: Arrive on time with $25, pencil and calculator Can only test at one school, second Saturday in January The school you test at is the only school to which you can apply for academic financial aid Important to shadow ahead of time to find out which one is your top choice. Contact schools of interest directly

29 Illinois Math & Science Academy (Public state-run school, but non- CPS. Visit website for details: ) Area independent schools: Francis Parker Latin Lab School Each school has own application process Must take the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE). For more info, see: Register online & pay fee Can test at any location Ask Ms. Khorana if interested in financial aid options

 Zoned school for Bell’s neighborhood  Students living in district need not apply, however, it is encouraged  Download the application on website  Early College/STEM Program ◦ Students choose between 3 pathways (Humanities, Music/Visual Arts and STEM) ◦ Can earn college credit at no cost (even an associates degree)  Please welcome Mr. Grens!! 30

 Check calendar on for open house dates & individual school websiteswww.cpsoae.org  October 13, 2015 ◦ Northcenter High School Fair hosted by Lake View High School ◦ Lake View High School, 4015 N. Ashland Avenue ◦ 5:00pm – 7:00pm 31

1. Ability to work as a team 2. Ability to make decisions and solve problems 3. Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work 4. Ability to communicate verbally with people inside and outside an organization 5. Ability to obtain and process information 6. Ability to analyze quantitative data 7. Technical knowledge related to the job 8. Proficiency with computer software programs 9. Ability to create and/or edit written reports 10. Ability to sell and influence others something-employees/ 32

33 GRADES TEST TAKING Complete all work, classwork, homework, and projects ON TIME and AS REQUESTED Plan and prioritize your time every single day Participate in class Collaborate with your work groups Communicate with your teachers View testing as just another challenge as oppose to a “life or death situation” Practice test taking skills Use flash cards/other study tricks Take practice tests Relax Get at least 8 hours of sleep each night Eat breakfast every day

 Please come to our speaker nights hosted by Bell’s Social-Emotional Committee. ◦ Plans for 3 throughout this year ◦ Information will be forthcoming in the Bell Blink and backpack mail. 34

35 Mrs. Elizabeth Khorana