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Eligibility

Rising Scholars Eligibility, Expectations, & Outcomes


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Eligibility

Each building has a Rising Scholars review team that is responsible for identifying students who have the potential to be successful in the program. This is a collaboration between the middle schools and the high schools. Candidates are evaluated based on the following criteria:

  • Math, science and English grades of 'B' or higher
  • Lexile score of 1000 or higher
  • PSAT/ACT/ scores
  • Proficiency on the M-Step in English Language Arts and Math
  • Satisfactory attendance history
  • Positive discipline history

Program Expectations

 
  • 9th grade leadership course - year-long (2 trimesters at Skyline) + 10 volunteer hours
  • 10th grade - peer and mentor support  + 10 volunteer hours + one 1-1 meeting with building coordinator per semester Please note: There is no leadership course offered in the 10th grade.
  • 11th grade - 1 semester leadership course + 10 volunteer hours + One 1-1 meeting with building coordinator per semester
  • 12th grade - 1 semester leadership course  + 10 volunteer hours + One 1-1 meeting with building coordinator per semester

Program Outcomes

 
  • Prepared to take AP/AC courses
  • Increased study skills through participation in study groups and tutoring
  • Increased enrollment and completion of AP/AC courses
  • Successful completion of a financial literacy course
  • Increased enrichment in Summer Learning Academy in English and math courses
  • Gained awareness of the process of attending college
  • Enhanced soft skills as identified by the College Board
  • Self-efficacy related to college awareness
  • Improved high school graduation, college matriculation, and college completion rates
  • Help close achievement gap with under-represented subgroups
  • Strong leadership skills