Renaissance College Scholarship Information Evening

30 January 2018

http://www.rchk.edu.hk/general-information/

Scholarship Application Timeline 2018

8 Jan 18 Application process begins

6 Mar 18 Application closes at 4:00pm

by 17 Mar 18 Notification of testing arrangements

24 Mar 18 Scholarship selection test (Academic)

May 18Music, Drama, Visual Art and Sports

Scholarship applicants audition and interviews

May - Jun 18 Final interview for short-listed candidates

June 18 Posting of all performance results

Referee Evaluation Forms

• External Candidates - Three forms altogether• Internal Candidates - See Important Notice (http://

www.rchk.edu.hk/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Important-Notice-2018-19.pdf)

Provide Evidence

Scholarships Enquiry

• Tel: 3556 3536

• Fax: 3556 3446

• Email: scholarships@rchk.edu.hk

•Web: www.rchk.edu.hk

Academic Scholarship Selection Criteria

by Wilma Shen

General Selection Criteria

• Outstanding academic record and potential as well as excellent approaches to learning

• Solid understanding of the scholarship programme’s goal and the role/responsibilities expected of a scholar

• Commitment to and participation in school or community service clubs and projects

• Leadership either in academic, extra-curricular activities, or community activities

• Overall quality and suitability to the scholarships programme (enrolment status, attendance, emotional stability etc.)

Selection Criteria Breakdown

• Academic record & potential (school records and test results) 50%

• Community and service activities and school events 20%

• Leadership (demonstrated & potential) 20%

• Overall quality & suitability (enrolment status, attendance, self-management, emotional stability etc.) 10%

Scholarship Selection Test

• 3 Levels (Level 1- Year 6&7, Level 2 - Year 8&9, Level 3 - Year 10,11 &12)

• Duration - 2 and a half hours

• 3 Parts - Written Expression x2, Humanities - comprehension and interpretation, Mathematics (or Math & Science

Sat, 24 Mar 2018

Scholarship Ongoing Eligibility • Attendance and enrolment status

• Overall academic progress and Approaches to Learning

- AchievementAcademic scholarships: no less than 45 for MYP and no less than 33 for DP

Other scholarships: no less than 40 for MYP and no less than 30 for DP

- Approaches to learningan average of B, no single lower than B

• Demonstrated active and abundant involvements in Community and Service programmes as well as being an active member of the school community.

• Evidence of good leadership traits and leadership qualities in their academic, extra-curricular and community activities.

• Overall conduct and personal responsibility

• The ability to take ownership and look after self welling being

Scholarship Ongoing Eligibility

Crystal Law, Year 12

Basic Conduct ▪ Good Attendance and Enrollment Status → Less than 5 lateness/absence per year (except sickness with proof or approved absence)

▪ Active participation in School Activities →Must participate in Swimming Gala, Athletics Carnival, EOTC and School Fair unless given permission

Academic Performance

For Academic Scholars

▪ MYP: above 45 points over 8 subjects ▪ DP: above 33 points over 6 subjects (excluding TOK) ▪ Approaches to Learning (ATL) Grades: have to be A

or B, no lower than B

Academic Performance

For Visual Art, Music, Drama or Sports Scholars

▪ MYP: above 40 points over 8 subjects ▪ DP: above 30 points over 6 subjects (excluding TOK) ▪ Approaches to Learning (ATL) Grades: have to be A

or B, no lower than B

Being a Good Role Model

▪ Remember you are a student ambassador! ▪ Be well presented and well mannered ▪ Demonstrate good citizenship out of school too

Creativity, Action and Service ▪ Attend at least 1 creativity or action activity for more

than one semester ▪ Take part in 1 major and 2 minor service activities (in

addition to curriculum requirements) ▪ Active and abundant involvement in the S&A/CAS

programs

Personal Experiences

▪ Explore a range of activities

▪ Find out what you are interested in

▪ Discover what helps you “de-stress”

Personal Experiences: Service

▪ Discover your passion ▪ Range of

opportunities provided by RCHK (service fair etc…)

▪ Take initiative

Leadership/Mentorship Roles

Demonstrate leadership traits and qualities in academic, extra-curricular

and community activities

RCHK Junior Dance Club

▪ Documentation ▪ Reflections ▪ Keep track on whether

requirements have been achieved

▪ Helpful for the future

Scholarship Social Club

▪ Interact with other scholars ▪ Sharing personal experiences/struggles ▪ Chance to learn from each other ▪ Guest Speakers

Feel free to ask any questions!