Thursday, August 30, 2012

Mt. Hope to Host Annual College Fair

Mt. Hope High School will host its annual College Fair on Friday, September 28th from 8:00-10:30 a.m. in the high school cafeteria.    As of this post, 18 colleges, university and technical schools have committed to attending our event.    This fair will allow students to gather information about programs, admission criteria and application information.  Students and families will be able to ask knowledgeable representatives questions specific to the school or program.    If you would like to attend, please email Mrs. Patton at pattonl@bw.k12.ri.us or call 4012545980, ext. 3021.     

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Mt. Hope Hosts College Informational Night on September 20th

If you are a senior or the parent of a senior, you are about to embark on the journey through the college application process.   The guidance staff will host an informational night on Thursday, September 20th at 6:30-7:30 in the Mt. Hope High School Library.   During this presentation, you and your families can learn how to begin the process that can be daunting.    The guidance counselors will explain the process--searching for colleges that may be the best fit, beginning the application process, ordering test scores, asking for letters of recommendation and writing the college essay.   Time will be devoted to explaining the online College Application which is used by hundreds of colleges across the country.   If you are planning to attend the session, please email Ms. Nicastro in the guidance office at nicastror@bw.k12.ri.us.

Mt. Hope Open House--September 27th

The annual Open House will be held on Thursday, September 27th from 6:30-8:30 at Mt. Hope High School.   Families will have the opportunity to go through their children's schedules, meet the teachers and learn the expectations for each course.    Open House is the first step that we, educators and families, take to develop the partnership as we work together to educate your child.  

Nestle Very Best in Youth---Great Opportunity

If you are young person or you know someone who has made a difference in the community, please consider applying for the Nestle Very Best in Youth award.    Nestle celebrates and supports students who make a positive impact in the community.    Since 1997, Nestle has honored more than 230 young people and donated more than $1 million to organizations that these students have supported.  Students between the ages of 14-18 are eligible for this award.   Consider applying at http://verybestinyouth.nestleusa.com.    If you require more detailed information, email NestleVeryBestInYouth@us.nestle.com or call 18185496677.

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

PSAT

Mt. Hope High School will administer the PSAT, Preliminary SAT, on Wednesday, October 17th at 8 a.m.    I strongly advise juniors to register for this examination.   It is great practice for the SAT.  More importantly, your results will help you and us to identify your strengths and areas that we need to target for further growth.   Also, students can register for the scholarship service when taking this test.  The fee for this test is $25.  Information will be given to juniors in homeroom.     Students should register for the PSAT in the guidance office with Mrs. Nicastro.   We will begin to accept registrations on September 4th.   The deadline for registration is Wednesday, September 26th.   The fee for the test is $25.   Please make your check payable to Mt. Hope High School and write your child's name and PSAT in the memo line.   Upon registration, you will be given a booklet with more detailed information about the test.