Edison Township Public Schools Science & Engineering Academy At Edison High School Application Packet Student Application Teacher Recommendation Forms (3)
INSTRUCTIONS The Public Schools of Edison Township s Science and Engineering Academy is an outstanding opportunity for students who are interested in the fields of mathematics, science and engineering. Only students who meet all eligibility criteria will be considered for the Academy. Eligibility Criteria Edison resident Honor Roll level achievement in all coursework 8 th grade Honors Geometry Self-motivated and independent worker Please refer to the following instructions for completion of the application: 1. Both parent and student must sign the application. 2. Instructions on completing the recommendation form must be given to each of three (3) teachers including current Math and Science teachers. The third teacher recommendation is of student s choice. Teachers will submit the completed recommendation electronically. 3. The required essay should be typed and attached to the application. It must include student name, ID# and be signed by the student. 4. Application must be given to the middle school guidance counselor by December 12, 2014. They will forward all applications to Edison High School. 5. The application is not considered complete until the student takes the Entrance Exam on December 20, 2014. 6. Prospective students may be contacted for an interview. Timeline for acceptance December 12 December 20 January 15 Applications due Entrance Exam at EHS Notification of Acceptance
2014-2015 Name: Student ID# Address: Phone # E-Mail Current School: Parents Name: Parents Phone # Parents E-Mail: Names of Teachers Providing Recommendations: 1. (Current Science Teacher) 2. (Current Math Teacher) 3. Please attach a brief essay (two to three paragraphs) describing yourself and why you believe you are a strong candidate for the Science & Engineering Academy. Please include name, ID# and signature on the essay. I understand that that my application (due no later than December 12, 2014) will be reviewed by an Academy Admissions Committee. Acceptance into the Academy is a four year commitment and I must maintain the academic standards and requirements of the program. I waive my rights to access any recommendation submitted by me or on my behalf. I will be taking the required Entrance Exam on December 20, 2014 at Edison High School. Signature of Applicant Date I have read this application sheet and approve of my child s participation in the Academy. Signature of Parent Date
Please fill in 1 st marking period grades English Math Science Social Studies World Language Physical Education Elective Other To be completed by middle school guidance office NJASK Math 6th grade 7th grade 6th grade LAL 7th grade NWEA December 2013 Math February 2014 December 2013 LAL February 2014 iready Math LAL Fall 2014 Fall 2014 *Indicate grade level To be completed by EHS office upon completion of entrance exam CogAT Score:
TEACHER RECOMMENDATION Dear Teacher: The student named below is applying for the Science & Engineering Academy for which he/she needs three teacher recommendations. Please follow the steps below to complete the recommendation. 1- Log on to the Edison High School website http://www.edison.k12.nj.us/domain/8 2- Click on the tab for Academics, then click on STEM Academy 3- Click on Academy Application and follow the link. 4- You will be asked to login to your Edison Gmail account to obtain access. 5- Please complete recommendation and submit. Student Name:
TEACHER RECOMMENDATION Dear Teacher: The student named below is applying for the Science & Engineering Academy for which he/she needs three teacher recommendations. Please follow the steps below to complete the recommendation. 6- Log on to the Edison High School website http://www.edison.k12.nj.us/domain/8 7- Click on the tab for Academics, then click on STEM Academy 8- Click on Academy Application and follow the link. 9- You will be asked to login to your Edison Gmail account to obtain access. 10- Please complete recommendation and submit. Student Name:
TEACHER RECOMMENDATION Dear Teacher: The student named below is applying for the Science & Engineering Academy for which he/she needs three teacher recommendations. Please follow the steps below to complete the recommendation. 11- Log on to the Edison High School website http://www.edison.k12.nj.us/domain/8 12- Click on the tab for Academics, then click on STEM Academy 13- Click on Academy Application and follow the link. 14- You will be asked to login to your Edison Gmail account to obtain access. 15- Please complete recommendation and submit. Student Name: