Cranford High School Science Academy Providing students with the knowledge, skills and experiences Grades 10-12 2017
Application Please complete this application and return it no later than March 6, 2017 to CHS Main Office Mrs. Hayeck s mailbox: Mrs. Lisa Hayeck Supervisor of Science & Applied Technology Cranford High School 201 West End Place Cranford, NJ 07016 Admission Requirements for All Students An expressed interest and commitment to a three year program Completion of CP Biology Course 3.0 GPA Successful Completion of Full Application Process Completion of the following: A. Student data form B. Student questionnaire C. Student essay: to be taken at Cranford High School on Tuesday March 14, 2017 at 7:45am or 3:00 P.M.in room L108 D. Parental endorsement E. Two references (one academic, one personal); no relatives please F. Interview (to be scheduled by Science Academy Advisor) If you have any questions, please contact Ms.Lisa Hayeck at (908) 709-8870 or email at lhayeck@cranfordschools.org. Applications may be left in Ms. Hayeck s mailbox in the main office of CHS.
Student Data Form Print in black or blue ink the information requested below: Applicant s Name Home Street Address Birth Date Last First M.I. Home Phone E-Mail Present Grade Level Parent/Guardian Parent/Guardian Business Phone Preferred date for essay (Please circle the TIME you will be attending) Tuesday March 14, 2017 at 7:45 or 3:00 P.M.in room L108 Student Signature Date Parent Endorsement I/We understand the academically challenging nature of this three-year program and give my permission for my child to apply for entrance and participation in The Cranford High School Science Academy I/We understand that the application includes a review of achievement. An essay, completed at Cranford High School and an interview are also part of the selection process. I/We understand that references provided by my child may be part of the selection process. I/We understand that if accepted into the science academy all requirements will be met yearly and if not there will be a probation process that result in a removal from the academy. I/We understand that the selection of applicants suitable for The Cranford High School Science Academy will be decided by an admission committee. Any appeals must be made in writing and sent to Mr. Cantagallo, Principal at Cranford High School, 201 West End Place, Cranford, NJ 07016 no more than two weeks after notification of non-acceptance into the program. Feel free to list any comments (on another sheet of paper) that may give insight regarding your child s candidacy. Parent/Guardian Signature(s)
Student Questionnaire Please answer the following in the space provided (continue on another sheet of paper if necessary): 1) Why do you want to be part of the science academy? Do you intend on focusing on the Healthcare Sciences, Environmental Science or Engineering? 2) Please list your area(s) of interest in the Healthcare Sciences, Environmental Science or Engineering? What activities are you currently involved in related to Healthcare Science, Environmental Science or Engineering? What activities would you like to get involved in related to your chosen field of study? 3) What careers would you like to explore in your area of interest? 4) What strengths do you possess that will make you a strong candidate for the Science Academy?
needed for careers in science. References 1. Name Address Home/Cell Number Relationship to applicant Please describe the candidate in a few sentences: 2. Name Address Home/Cell Number Relationship to applicant Please describe the candidate in a few sentences: