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NEW HAMPSHIRE SCHOLARS

NEW HAMPSHIRE SCHOLARS. College Ready, Work Ready, Ready for Life. Administered by NHCUC: A consortium of the colleges and universities in NH. Preparing for the Future. …in high school. Mission:

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NEW HAMPSHIRE SCHOLARS

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  1. NEW HAMPSHIRE SCHOLARS College Ready, Work Ready, Ready for Life. Administered by NHCUC:A consortium of the colleges and universities in NH

  2. Preparing for the Future …in high school • Mission: • To motivate students, beginning in Grade 8, to complete a rigorous course of study in high school. • To establish strong business and community partnerships to reinforce real-world relevance of these core courses

  3. What is NH Scholars? Challenging Students • Nationally funded program using business leaders to motivate students, beginning in 8th grade, to complete a rigorous course of study in high school • Helps students attain skills they need in work & life Objective:To encourage ALL high school students to complete a defined, rigorous academic course of study. Over 70% of recent high school grads wish they had taken more rigorous courses in high school. Source: Achieve

  4. Encourages students to go above and beyond high school graduation requirements 4-Year College Workforce Community College

  5. Why become a NH Scholar? Benefits and Incentives 59% Percentage of all NH students attending college immediately after high school 87% Percentage of NH Scholars attending college immediately after high school • Free college applications to 10 New Hampshire institutions • Merit scholarships at various colleges in New Hampshire • i.e. $12,000 annually at New England College • What does a NH Scholar receive? • Gold medallion at graduation • NH Scholars foil seal on diploma • Electronic indication on transcript

  6. Business Partnerships Critical Component Business “Champions” help students understand that the choices they make today have a direct impact on their career and business success tomorrow. • Job Shadows • Internships • Mentoring • Presentations • Job Site Tours When business & community leaders talk… students listen!

  7. What’s Next? • You and your parent sign the pledge sheet • Meet with your counselor to develop a 4-year education plan • Challenge yourself every day

  8. www.NHscholars.org (603) 225-4199

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