1. NEW HAMPSHIRE SCHOLARS College Ready, Work Ready, Ready for Life. Administered by NHCUC: A consortium of the colleges and universities in NH

2. Mission: To motivate students, beginning in Grade 8, to complete a rigorous course of study in high school. To establish strong business and community partnerships to reinforce real-world relevance of these core courses Preparing for the Future …in high school

3. What is NH Scholars? Nationally funded program using business leaders to motivate students, beginning in 8 th grade, to complete a rigorous course of study in high school Helps students attain skills they need in work & life Objective: To encourage ALL high school students to complete a defined, rigorous academic course of study. Challenging Students Over 70% of recent high school grads wish they had taken more rigorous courses in high school. Source: Achieve

4. New Hampshire Scholars Core Course of Study 9 th Grade10 th Grade11 th Grade12 th Grade English IEnglish IIEnglish IIIEnglish IV Algebra IGeometryAlgebra IIUpper Level Math Physical ScienceBiologyChemistryPhysics World HistoryU.S. HistoryU.S. Govt.Economics 2 years of the same Foreign Language 4-Year College Community College Workforce Encourages students to go above and beyond high school graduation requirements

5. Why become a NH Scholar? 59% Percentage of all NH students attending college immediately after high school 87%Percentage of NH Scholars attending college immediately after high school Free college applications to 10 New Hampshire institutions Merit scholarships at various colleges in New Hampshire –i.e. $12,000 annually at New England College Benefits and Incentives What does a NH Scholar receive? Gold medallion at graduation NH Scholars foil seal on diploma Electronic indication on transcript

6. Business Partnerships Critical Component When business & community leaders talk… students listen! Business “Champions” help students understand that the choices they make today have a direct impact on their career and business success tomorrow. Job Shadows Internships Mentoring Presentations Job Site Tours

7. What’s Next? You and your parent sign the pledge sheet You and your parent sign the pledge sheet Meet with your counselor to develop a 4-year education plan Meet with your counselor to develop a 4-year education plan Challenge yourself every day Challenge yourself every day

8. www.NHscholars.org (603) 225-4199