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1.Introduction::

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3. Presenters:

Schools: It is hoped that the school counselors in every Indiana school will enable their students to hear this presentation either by 1) presenting the information themselves during individual and group guidance activities, 2) having others in the school make the presentation (e.g. teacher advisors or homeroom teachers), or 3) asking a speaker from the Learn More Indiana Speakers Bureau to make the presentation.

Community Organizations: Community organizations may also wish to make these presentations with students who participate in their programs. Organization leaders may make the presentations themselves or invite a local speaker identified through the Learn More Indiana Speakers Bureau.

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6. Presentation Tips:

KNOW THE CONTENT: Read through the speakers notes for each slide. If you don’t understand the content, please contact Twenty-first Century Scholars at Learn More Indiana (317-464-44000).

PRATICE: While speaker notes are provided, practice giving the presentation in your own words. Use the slides as reminders for what to talk about next. Become familiar with the content so you can present it well and do so within the time limit.

STRESS: It is natural for speakers to be nervous before a presentation. Get to the event site early enough to a) find the room where you will be presenting, b) set up and test your AV equipment, and c) have time to think about nothing else but your presentation. Remember that even if your presentation is a little shaky, you are still conveying information that is very important to students’ futures.

LOOK PROFESSIONAL: A professional appearance shows a lot about a person’s professionalism and confidence. Dress the part!



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BE PROFESSIONAL: Be courteous to your host and to other presenters. Be on time. Pay attention to other presenters. Refrain from texting or taking phone calls while at the event site.

GREAT PEOPLE AT THE DOOR: As people enter the room where you are presenting, stand at the door and great them with a smile. Later, when you’re in front making your presentation, they will remember your warm smile.

EYE CONTACT: Make eye contact with as many people as you can while you’re talking. Make a point to look at people in the front of the room, back of the room and both sides of the room.

SPEAK CLEARLY: Make sure your voice is clear and loud enough to be heard in the back of the room. As a general rule of thumb, most people need a microphone if there are 50 or more people in the room. A microphone might feel uncomfortable to you, but it’s necessary if the group is large or if you’re soft spoken.



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ENGAGE THE AUDIENCE: Speakers are much more interesting if they engage the audience. You can do this by 1) asking people if they have questions, 2) asking people to share their experiences, 3) sharing a tasteful story. Another tip is to provide the audience with notecards where they can write the questions they plan to ask later or notepaper listing the topics you will be presenting and leaving space for the audience to take notes.

BE EXCITED! Your presentation is important. It will help students develop the knowledge they need to make sound choices in areas that impact postsecondary access and success. They are fortunately to have you as a presenter!

PAY ATTENTION: As you present, pay attention to your audience. Do they look confused? If so, repeat what you’ve just said in a way that is more clear. Are they falling asleep? If so, walk around the room as you’re presenting or take a short break.



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ANSWER QUESTIONS: Answer questions at the end of your presentation. Be sure to repeat the question loudly so everyone will hear what was asked. That will also give you time to time about your answer. Be sure you understand the question. If not, ask for clarification. If you don’t know the answer to a question, be honest. Tell the group that you will look into the answer and get back with them. Later, contact Susan Tharp at 765-366-9151 or [email protected]

LEARN FROM YOUR EXPERIENCE: Every time you present, you will have an opportunity to learn. What went well? Where do you need to improve. Make adjustments in your next presentation based on what you learned from your past presentations.


The 21st Century Scholars ProgramTake a Step Toward Your Future

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• Who am I?

• Who do you want to be?

My Story… Your Story


Why Go to College?


1) More opportunities and choices

2) More money

3) Job security

4) Better citizenship

Top Four Reasons


Despite all the reasons to go to college, people still make excuses not to go.

Excuses, Excuses …


I don’t need to go to college to get a good job.

I am not a very good student; I don’t think I could make it in college.

No one in my family ever went to college.

I can’t afford college.

Excuses for not Going to College


Convinced that college is a good idea?

The 21st Century Scholars Program can make that dream a reality.


21st Century Scholars helps students plan, prepare, and pay

for college


Tuition assistance

College and career readiness through the Scholars Success Program

Other support and services

The 21st Century Scholars Program Provides:


Students enrolled in the 21st Century Scholars Program must honor the 21st

Century Scholar Pledge.

What is Expected of a 21st Century Scholar


I will graduate with at least a Core 40 Diploma from a high school accredited by the Indiana Department of Education.

I will achieve a cumulative high school GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.

I will apply for admission to an eligible Indiana college, university or proprietary institution as a high school senior.

I will apply on time for state and federal student financial aid (by March 10 of my senior year of high school).

I will not use illegal drugs or alcohol, or commit a crime or delinquent act.

I will participate in the Scholar Success Program to help plan, prepare and pay for college success.

The Scholar Pledge


I will graduate with at least a Core 40 Diploma from a high school accredited by the Indiana

Department of Education.

The Scholar Pledge


Harewood, Tafrica

Preparation for college starts with good thinking, good choices and good habits. One of the choices you have to make each year in high school is what kind of classes to take to help you prepare for your future. Each 21st Century Scholar is required to take the courses needed to graduate with a Core 40 diploma. Your school counselor will be able to help you determine which classes will help you achieve this. Any student who graduates with a Core 40 diploma, as well as the Academic Honors diploma, Technical Honors diploma, or IB diploma will definitely qualify for their scholarship upon graduation. It is important to understand that the Core 40 diploma is the required basic diploma for all students. Completion of the courses for this diploma or even more challenging courses are the the best way to make sure that you are prepared for your studies after high school. You may also be interested to know that Indiana law requires all students to meet the Core 40 standard to be considered for admission to an Indiana four-year college or university. [Removed "But."] Many four-year institutions require a Core 40/Academic Honors diploma for admission. This diploma requires additional math, world language, and AP or dual credit courses, and is the best choice for college preparation. Earning the academic honors diploma may also qualify students for additional financial aid for college, in addition to their 21st Century Scholarship. The Core 40 / Technical Honors Diploma combines Core 40 requirements with technical training to acquire strong vocational and technical skills. This diploma prepares the student for college, technical school, apprenticeship, or work in an area of technology.

I will achieve a cumulative high school

GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.

The Scholar Pledge


Harewood, Tafrica

Discuss with students:What is a GPA?What is a cumulative GPA?Why is the standard is a 2.5 GPA?A 2.5 GPA says to others that this is a student who has some understanding of the subject matter she is studying, who is willing to put in some effort to work and understand in her classes. This is a student knows he has to do more than show up for class in order to be successful.

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Changed wording at the beginning of second paragraph.After this paragraph talk with students about habits and supports to help students achieve their best grades:Study groupsHomework hotlineone-on-one tutoringcommunicating with your teacher, school counselor, parents, mentor, adults in your life who value you and your education

I will apply for admission to an eligible Indiana

college, university or proprietary

institution as a high school senior.

The Scholar Pledge


Harewood, Tafrica

Discuss with students what we mean by college admission, what colleges and universities look for in the admission process and how 21st Century helps you get ready. Discuss with students what is meant by "financial aid." Talk generally about they types and the qualifications needed to get the different types of financial aid available. No matter where you go to school or what kind of other scholarships you qualify for in the future, you will have to apply to the college or program AND you will have to apply for financial aid.ON TIME completion of these tasks gives you the most options. Some colleges and programs require you to apply, not just ON TIME but EARLY in order to have access to certain scholarships and grant monies. 21st Century Scholars program is prepared to support you in completing these applications, in a variety of different ways; however we cannot do them for you. College applications and financial aid applications must be completed by the 21st Century Scholar and their famiily, mentor, or counselor. Remember that each student must complete these applications as part of their Scholars Success Program.

I will apply on time for state and federal student

financial aid (by March 10 of my senior

year of high school).

The Scholar Pledge


Harewood, Tafrica

Discuss with students what we mean by college admission, what colleges and universities look for in the admission process and how 21st Century helps you get ready. Discuss with students what is meant by "financial aid." Talk generally about they types and the qualifications needed to get the different types of financial aid available. No matter where you go to school or what kind of other scholarships you qualify for in the future, you will have to apply to the college or program AND you will have to apply for financial aid.ON TIME completion of these tasks gives you the most options. Some colleges and programs require you to apply, not just ON TIME but EARLY in order to have access to certain scholarships and grant monies. 21st Century Scholars program is prepared to support you in completing these applications, in a variety of different ways; however we cannot do them for you. College applications and financial aid applications must be completed by the 21st Century Scholar and their famiily, mentor, or counselor. Remember that each student must complete these applications as part of their Scholars Success Program.

I will not use illegal drugs or alcohol, or commit a

crime or delinquent act.

The Scholar Pledge


Harewood, Tafrica

A great deal is being invested to support you in your journey to success. As we discussed before, preparation for life after high school is grounded in good thinking, good choices and good habits. With that in mind, why do you think this is part of the Scholars Pledge?Discuss the definition of delinquent with students. Provide examples.

I will complete the Scholar Success Program to

help plan, prepare and pay for college success.

The Scholar Pledge


Harewood, Tafrica

Ask students what kinds of things one must do to plan for college. Ask students how one might prepare for college.Ask students how does one pay for college.Discuss with students what is meant by college success - not just getting to college, but completing the program that you start. does this mean you have to decide today what you are going to be as an adult and you can never change your mind. Of course not. However, it is important to know that one of the best ways to make sure you are ready to continue down the road to success once you have completed college or your career program is to COMPLETE what you start! COMPLETION and SUCCESS go hand-in-hand!

Scholar Success Program

PERFORM academically

Core 40 Diploma with 2.5 Grade Point Average (cumulative)

GRADE PLAN for college PREPARE for college PAY for college

9th Graduation Plan Extracurricular or Service Activity Paying for College 101

10th Career Interest Assessment Workplace Experience College Costs Estimator

11th College Campus Visits College Entrance Exam Scholarship Search

12th

College Application College Success 101 FAFSA Filing


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Add a comment: It is important to emphasize that students are welcome to do more.Discuss with students what other things or more specific things they can do to prepare for college and career programs after high school.

To enroll in the 21st Century Scholars program, you must:

• Be a resident of Indiana as an applicant and as a scholarship recipient (determined by the residency of your parent or legal guardian);

• Be a US citizen or an eligible non-citizen;• Be enrolled in the 7th or 8th grade at a charter school, freeway school or other Indiana school

accredited by the Indiana Department of Education;• Agree to fulfill the 21st Century Scholars Pledge;• Meet income eligibility requirements.

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Who is Eligible?


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Add that students with questions about guardianship, citizenship/eligible non-citizen status or income eligibility can get more information from the 21st Century Scholars website or contact the 21st Century Scholars office.

• Student’s Social Security Number, date of birth, and address;

• Parent or guardian’s Social Security Number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number, if applicable;

• 2012 gross income amounts for all members of the household (if applying before December 31, 2012, please use 2011 gross income);

• A valid email address.

What Information Do I Need to Apply?


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Do we need to emphasize that students (not parents) must have a valid social security number?

Apply online at scholars.in.govor see your middle school guidance

counselor for help

The deadline to apply is June 30 of your 8th grade year!

How Do I Apply?


http://www.scholars.in.gov/

LearnMoreIndiana.org

Visit: scholars.in.gov

Email: [email protected]

Call: 1.888.528.4719

Questions?


http://www.scholars.in.gov/

mailto:[email protected]

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