1. 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

2. 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: th Grade 2

3. 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

4. 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)

5. 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

6. 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 Math Reading Science
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.

7. 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

8. 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!!!

9. Scholarship Money… An Example

10. Score Reports

11. 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…

12. 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!

13. How to Improve….

14. 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.

15. How to Improve (FREE)….

16. 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

17. 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!

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