Application Booklet - Our Lady of Good Counsel High School
Application Booklet - Our Lady of Good Counsel High School
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<strong>Application</strong><strong>Booklet</strong>incoming freshman/transfer8th Grade Visits to GC beginMonday, September 17, 2012Parent Information NightWednesday, September 26, 2012 I 7pmOpen HouseSunday, October 14, 2012 I 10am - 1pm<strong>Application</strong> DeadlineFriday, December 14, 2012Financial Aid DeadlineFriday, December 7, 2012Admissions DecisionsThursday, February 28, 2013Admissions CriteriaApplicants to <strong>Our</strong> <strong>Lady</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>are evaluated for admission based upon the followingcriteria:• Submission <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> <strong>Application</strong> withapplication fee, preferably online• Appropriate ability as demonstrated on theArchdiocesan <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Placement Test• <strong>High</strong> level <strong>of</strong> academic achievement in the seventhgrade and first quarter <strong>of</strong> the eighth grade• A demonstrated sincere desire to attend <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong>• Recommendations <strong>of</strong> Principals and/or teachers• Satisfactory disciplinary and attendance history<strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> admits students <strong>of</strong> anyrace, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights,privileges, programs and activities generally accordedor made available to the students at our school.We do not discriminate on the basis <strong>of</strong> race, color,national and ethnic origin in the administration <strong>of</strong>our educational and admissions policies, scholarshipprograms and athletic or other school administeredprograms. <strong>Our</strong> <strong>Lady</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> reserves theright to revoke acceptance at any time for academicand/or disciplinary reasons.Apply online atwww.olgchs.org
CommunityFounded in 1958, <strong>Our</strong> lady <strong>of</strong> <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> is located north <strong>of</strong> the District <strong>of</strong> Columbiain Montgomery County. Admission to the school is selective and based on previousschool records, teacher recommendations, and standardized testing. Students <strong>of</strong> allacademic levels find success in <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong>’s Advanced Placement, InternationalBaccalureate, honors and college preparatory programs. For highly motivated studentswith mild learning disabilities, the Ryken program <strong>of</strong>fers a structured, small-grouplearning environment. Over 70% <strong>of</strong> the faculty hold advanced degrees. Students areacademically, ethnically, culturally, and economically diverse.Accreditations and Membershipse school is fully accredited by the State <strong>of</strong> Marylandand the Middle States Association <strong>of</strong> Secondary <strong>School</strong>sand Colleges. <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> has twice been named asa “Blue Ribbon <strong>School</strong> <strong>of</strong> Excellence” by the U.S.Department <strong>of</strong> Education. It is a member <strong>of</strong> the CollegeEntrance Examination Board, the National Associationfor College Admission <strong>Counsel</strong>ing, the National CatholicEducational Association, the Association for Supervisionand Curriculum Development and the Association <strong>of</strong>Independent Maryland <strong>School</strong>s, and complies with theNACAC Statement <strong>of</strong> Principles <strong>of</strong> <strong>Good</strong> Practice.Curriculum and GraduationRequirementse academic year consists <strong>of</strong> a block schedule <strong>of</strong>ninety-minute class periods that meet on alternatedays throughout the year. Students earn a minimum<strong>of</strong> seven credits per year with 28 required for graduation.e credit requirements are:• Religious Studies (4)• English (4)• Mathematics (4)• Foreign Languages (3)• Science (3)• Social Studies (3)• Fine Arts (1)• Technology (1)• Physical Education (1.5)• General Electives (3-7)<strong>Our</strong> <strong>Lady</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> <strong>of</strong>fers a comprehensive,college-preparatory curriculum to all students. For the2012-2013 academic year, Advanced Placement andInternational Baccalaureate courses are available as follows:Advanced PlacementBiology, Chemistry, US History, EuropeanHistory, Comparative Government and Politics,World History, Macroeconomics, Psychology,Physics, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Statistics,Computer Science.International BaccalaureateHistory <strong>of</strong> Europe HL, Economic SL/HL, TwentiethCentury World History Topics, Art Studio SL/HL,Percussion, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, ChoralMusic, eatre, eory <strong>of</strong> Knowledge I and II(TOK)-IB requirement, Physics SL, Biology SL/HL,IB Psychology, PreCalculus/Calculus SL, Math HL,Math Studies, Economics SL/HL, World Religions.In 2012, 37 students received the IB Diplomaand 17 students received the IB Certificate.Combinied AP/IBEnglish Language and Composition, English Languageand Composition II HL, Spanish 5, 6, 7 SL/HL, Spanishseminar, French 5, 6, 7, 8 SL/HL and French seminar.INCOMING FRESHMAN/TRANSFER
e class <strong>of</strong> 2012 received <strong>of</strong>fers <strong>of</strong> over $22 million in scholarships to colleges and universities. Of these totals, 53 wereIB students accepted into 44 honors Programs. In addition, these 53 IB students received a one-year scholarship total <strong>of</strong>$1.7 million and a four-year scholarship total <strong>of</strong> over $7 million. e Class <strong>of</strong> 2012 were accepted into 93 Honors Programs.Below is a partial list <strong>of</strong> colleges and universities <strong>of</strong>fering admission to our students.College Admittance – Class <strong>of</strong> 2012Boston CollegeBrown UniversityCarnegie Mellon UniversityCase Western Reserve UniversityCornell UniversityDavidson CollegeDuke UniversityFranklin and Marshall Collegee George Washington UniversityGeorgetown UniversityJohns Hopkins UniversityLoyola University MarylandMassachusetts Institute<strong>of</strong> TechnologyNew York UniversityNorthwestern UniversityOberlin CollegePrinceton UniversityRensselaer Polytechnic InstituteTufts UniversityTulane UniversityUnited States Military AcademyUniversity <strong>of</strong> California, Los AngelesUniversity <strong>of</strong> Chicagoe University <strong>of</strong> North Carolinaat Chapel HillUniversity <strong>of</strong> Notre DameUniversity <strong>of</strong> PennsylvaniaUniversity <strong>of</strong> RichmondUniversity <strong>of</strong> VirginiaWake Forest University
Value <strong>of</strong> a <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> Education<strong>Our</strong> very competitive tuition rate includes:• Daily lunch service• Most textbooks• An established IB Program (since 1995) currentlyone <strong>of</strong> only eight schools worldwide in a pilot programfor the newly approved World Religions Course• Pre-IB/Honors Program• Advanced Placement Program• e Ryken Studies Program• St. Mary’s Scholars Program• Comprehensive Campus Ministry & Retreat Program• Maryland State Certified Educators(over 70% with Advanced Degrees)• 30+ Clubs• 50+ Athletic TeamsXaverian HonorsStudents have demonstrated academic success through grades and standardized test scores. Generally, honorscourses involve additional reading and presume some mastery <strong>of</strong> analytical and critical thinking skills.College PrepCollege prep courses continue to hone academic and critical thinking skills needed for advanced high schoolcourse work as well as the college curriculum.Ryken Studies Programe Ryken Studies Program is a college preparatory program that is designated for highly motivated studentswho have been diagnosed with learning differences.Parent Information NightWednesday, September 26, 2012 I 7:00pm I <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> Kane CenterParents <strong>of</strong> 7th and 8th graders are invited to attend and receive information regarding:• e Admissions Process• <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong>’s Academic, Co-Curricular and Athletic Programs• Information about the Ryken Studies Program will immediately follow the presentation• Question and Answer SessionOpen HouseSunday, October 14, 2012 I 10:00am – 1:00pm I 17301 Old Vic Boulevard I Olney, MD 20832• Tours• Meet Administrators, Faculty, Students, and Parents• Athletic and Co-Curricular Club Fair• Parents’ Association ReceptionINCOMING FRESHMAN/TRANSFER
Financial InformationTuition (Set in the winter for the following year.)For 2012–2013 Academic Year (Includes lunch; Books and Uniforms not included) $17,150<strong>Application</strong> fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50Registration fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$200Technology fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$150PaymentIn addition to the $200 non-refundable registration fee, an $800 deposit is due at registration.e next payment is due August 1, 2013. Tuition must be paid in full by May 1, 2014.<strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> participates in the FACTS tuition management program.ScholarshipsXaverian Scholar (Amount varies)Scholarships are awarded based on Archdiocesan <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Placement Test performance,academic, and co-curricular achievement. No additional application required.Fine Arts (Amount varies)<strong>Application</strong> form and directions enclosed for eatre, Art, Instrumental, and Choral scholarships.Must be submitted by December 14, 2012.Speech Scholarship (Amount varies)<strong>Application</strong> form and directions enclosed for speech competition on Saturday, March 2, 2013.Must be submitted by December 14, 2012.Scholarship winners will be notified in acceptance packet.Financial Aid<strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong><strong>Application</strong> should be requested from the Admissions Office and returned to Private <strong>School</strong> AidService by December 7, 2012. (Available in mid-October upon request or at www.olgchs.org)Archdiocesane Archdiocese <strong>of</strong> Washington also uses the Private <strong>School</strong> Aid Service form. Only one form isrequired to be considered for both the Archdiocesan financial aid program and <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong>’s.e Archdiocesan deadline is also December 7, 2012. (Available in mid-October at www.adw.org)Latino Student FundFor application and information contact LSF at 202-244-3438 or www.latinostudentfund.org.
Admissions ProceduresWe encourage all students to apply online.Only online applicants will be able to monitor the status <strong>of</strong> their application.Archdiocese <strong>of</strong> Washington Elementary <strong>School</strong> Students(NOTE: Students applying to the Ryken Studies Program must follow the additional procedures outlined on theRyken page. All applicants must take the <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Placement Test.)1. Students must complete a <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> admissions application form and submit it to <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong>with a non-refundable $50.00 application fee by Friday, December 14, 2012. Please visit www.olgchs.orgto apply online. We encourage all students to apply online. Only online applicants will be able to monitorthe status <strong>of</strong> their application.2. Students must take the <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Placement Test in their parochial school. Students who miss the testmust make arrangements with the Catholic <strong>School</strong>s Office at (301) 853-4587 to retake the test.3. e Archdiocese sends choice cards to parochial schools. Students use the card to select two high schools.ese two high schools receive the complete transcript from the student’s elementary school. e transcriptis comprised <strong>of</strong> report cards, all testing results, and recommendations from the Principal and teachers.4. e <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> Admissions Office reviews each student’s complete transcript when rendering a decision.5. Archdiocesan students do not submit the transcript release and recommendation forms to their school.Non-Archdiocese <strong>of</strong> Washington <strong>School</strong> Students(NOTE: Students applying to the Ryken Studies Program must follow the additional procedures outlined on theRyken page. All applicants must take the <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Placement Test.)1. Students must complete a <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> admissions application form and submit it to <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong>with a non-refundable $50.00 application fee by Friday, December 14, 2012. Please visit www.olgchs.orgto apply online. We encourage all students to apply online. Only online applicants will be able to monitorthe status <strong>of</strong> their application.2. Students must make arrangements with the Catholic <strong>School</strong>s Office to sit for the <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Placement Test.For information about testing, visit www.adw.org and click on the Education link or call (301) 853-4587.3. At the end <strong>of</strong> the first quarter, parents must request a complete transcript in writing from the student’scurrent school with grades and testing information covering the student’s previous two academic years.4. Students must submit teacher recommendations from their current Math and English teachers.5. e <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> Admissions Office reviews each student’s complete transcript when rendering a decision.
<strong>Application</strong> FormDATE RECEIVEDFOR OFFICE USE ONLYFEEAPPLICANT’S LEGAL NAME LAST FIRST MIDDLE INITIALMAILING ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE zIPCOUNTYPHONEBIRTH DATE AGE SEX ■ M ■ FRELIGIONPARISH (if Catholic)SCHOOL PRESENTLY ATTENDINGAPPLYING FOR GRADESCHOOL ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE zIPCheck the program for which you would like to be considered.(Note: Additional requirements for Ryken are outlined in the Ryken section.If not admitted to Honors, applicant will automatically be considered for College-Prep.)MR./DR.FATHER’S NAME LAST FIRST MIDDLE■ FATHER DECEASED■ NOT LIVING WITH FATHER■ Xaverian Honors■ College-Prep■ RykenOCCUPATION NAME OF EMPLOYER WORK PHONEWORK ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE zIP■ YES ■ NOFATHER A GOOD COUNSEL GRADUATE?IF YES, YEAR OF GRADUATIONMRS./MS./DR.MOTHER’S NAME LAST FIRST MIDDLE■ MOTHER DECEASED ■ NOT LIVING WITH MOTHEROCCUPATION NAME OF EMPLOYER WORK PHONEWORK ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE zIP■ YES ■ NOMOTHER A GOOD COUNSEL GRADUATE?IF YES, YEAR OF GRADUATIONAdditional immediate family members who have attended or are currently attending <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> (include date <strong>of</strong> graduation and relationship to applicant)APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID? ■ YES ■ NO SUBMITTED A FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION? ■ YES ■ NO(e decision for acceptance is independent <strong>of</strong> financial aid application)
<strong>Application</strong> Form continuedList any organizations, clubs and activities with the school or community in which the applicant has participated during thelast two years. Mention any awards received in these activities.Essay<strong>Our</strong> <strong>Lady</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong>’s philosophy states: “In today’s world, the loving good person, even alone, can make adifference.” In 250 words or less, describe how you plan to make a difference in the <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> community.(Attach typed essay to application and include applicant and parent signatures along with the $50.00 application fee.If you apply online the signature requirement is waived.)APPLICANT SIGNATUREDATESTUDENT E-MAIL ADDRESSPARENT OR GUARDIAN SIGNATUREDATEPARENT E-MAIL ADDRESSIncoming Freshman <strong>Application</strong>s must be postmarked to <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> by December 14, 2012.Return to <strong>Our</strong> <strong>Lady</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>Attn: Office <strong>of</strong> Admissions, 17301 Old Vic Boulevard, Olney, MD 20832ARCHDIOCESAN STUDENTS MUST:• Submit a completed application• Mark <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> as a choice on the <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Placement TestNON-ARCHDIOCESAN OF WASHINGTON STUDENTS MUST:• Submit a completed application• Register to take the <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Placement Test and mark <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> as a choice• Send Transcript Release Form and Recommendation Forms to current school
Do not submit this form if you are in a Washington Archdiocese Catholic Elementary <strong>School</strong>.Transcript Release FormAPPLICANT’S LEGAL NAME LAST FIRST MIDDLEDATE OF BIRTHCURRENT GRADECURRENT SCHOOLSCHOOL PHONEParent or GuardianI give permission for copies <strong>of</strong> all transcripts and test records to be sent to <strong>Our</strong> <strong>Lady</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>.PARENT OR GUARDIAN SIGNATUREDATEPlease submit this form to your child’s registrar or counselor for processing.Registrar or Grade <strong>Counsel</strong>orPlease mail a final 7th grade transcript and the 1st quarter 8th grade report card. Please include any standardized test resultsfor the past two years.<strong>Our</strong> <strong>Lady</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>Attn: Office <strong>of</strong> Admissions17301 Old Vic BoulevardOlney, MD 20832Phone: 240-283-3235Fax: 240-283-3250Incoming Freshman deadline: December 14, 2012Transfer Student deadline: March 22, 2013 for the 2013-2014 school yearINCOMING FRESHMAN/TRANSFER
Do not submit this form if you are in a Washington Archdiocese Catholic Elementary <strong>School</strong>.English Teacher Recommendation Forme purpose <strong>of</strong> this form is to request a general assessment <strong>of</strong> the student, which will become part <strong>of</strong> his/her application foradmission to <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>. e contents <strong>of</strong> this assessment are confidential and are not routinely shared withapplicants and their families, though all educational records are subject to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act <strong>of</strong>1974. Applicants’ records only become permanent if they matriculate at <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong>.APPLICANT’S LEGAL NAME LAST FIRST MIDDLECURRENT SCHOOLSCHOOL PHONEEVALUATOR’S NAMEPOSITIONEVALUATOR’S SIGNATUREDATEEvaluator – Compared to other students whom you have taught or advised, please assess this student for thefollowing characteristics. Please mail or fax the completed form to the address below.Key:1 = outstanding2 = good3 = satisfactory4 = improvementneeded5 = unsatisfactoryN = not observedAbility to work independentlyAbility to work in a groupAbility to follow directionsAchievement related to potentialOrganization <strong>of</strong> time and workSelf-motivationConductIntegrityLeadershipEmotional MaturityRelationship with peersRelationship with adultsConcern for othersSelf confidence1 2 3 4 5 NIncoming Freshman deadline: December 14, 2012Transfer Student deadline: March 22, 2013 for the 2013-2014 school yearParents, please provide a stamped envelope for the teacherto mail the registration form to <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong>.17301 Old Vic Boulevard, Olney, MD 20832Phone: 240-283-3235 Fax: 240-283-3250
Do not submit this form if you are in a Washington Archdiocese Catholic Elementary <strong>School</strong>.Math Teacher Recommendation Forme purpose <strong>of</strong> this form is to request a general assessment <strong>of</strong> the student, which will become part <strong>of</strong> his/her application foradmission to <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>. e contents <strong>of</strong> this assessment are confidential and are not routinely shared withapplicants and their families, though all educational records are subject to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act <strong>of</strong>1974. Applicants’ records only become permanent if they matriculate at <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong>.APPLICANT’S LEGAL NAME LAST FIRST MIDDLECURRENT SCHOOLSCHOOL PHONEEVALUATOR’S NAMEPOSITIONEVALUATOR’S SIGNATUREDATEEvaluator – Compared to other students whom you have taught or advised, please assess this student for thefollowing characteristics. Please mail or fax the completed form to the address below.Key:1 = outstanding2 = good3 = satisfactory4 = improvementneeded5 = unsatisfactoryN = not observedAbility to work independentlyAbility to work in a groupAbility to follow directionsAchievement related to potentialOrganization <strong>of</strong> time and workSelf-motivationConductIntegrityLeadershipEmotional MaturityRelationship with peersRelationship with adultsConcern for othersSelf confidence1 2 3 4 5 NIncoming Freshman deadline: December 14, 2012Transfer Student deadline: March 22, 2013 for the 2013-2014 school yearParents, please provide a stamped envelope for the teacherto mail the registration form to <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong>.17301 Old Vic Boulevard, Olney, MD 20832Phone: 240-283-3235 Fax: 240-283-3250
Speech i Fine Arts i Scholarship Information Sheet<strong>Application</strong> Requirements for Speech Competition1. Fill out the Incoming Freshman Speech Scholarship <strong>Application</strong> Form and submit it to GC’s Admissions <strong>of</strong>ficeby December 14, 2012. Additional information is on the next page.2. Upon receipt <strong>of</strong> your application, you will receive additional information on rules and a schedule for the day(March 2, 2013).If you have any questions, contact Mr. Chuck Ehrman at ehrman@olgchs.org.<strong>Application</strong> Requirements for Fine Arts Scholarship1. Fill out the Incoming Freshman Fine Arts Scholarship <strong>Application</strong> Form and submit it to GC’sAdmissions <strong>of</strong>fice by December 14, 2012.2. Attach a letter <strong>of</strong> recommendation from the applicant’s current theatre or music instructor or an adult other thanthe parent who is familiar with the student’s experience.3. Confirm interview or audition date and time (see procedure below).Theatre scholarship applicantsStudents applying for theatre scholarships can sign up for an audition date and time slot on the drama website:www.gctheater.org. Click on the “scholarship auditions” tab. Follow the directions to sign-up for an audition date and timeslot to get monologues and other resources for your audition. Candidates are required to come to auditions with a memorizedone-minute monologue appropriate for his or her age. Applicants will be led through a warm-up and group cold-reading inaddition to performing their prepared monologue. e audition will take approximately 45 minutes.Music applicantsStudents applying for music scholarships will download audition materials from the music website:www.goodcounselmusic.org after December 20, 2012. Click on the “scholarship auditions” tab. Follow the directions todownload the appropriate audition materials and to sign-up for an audition date and time-slot.Art applicantsApplicants must send a digital portfolio (digital photos on a disk) <strong>of</strong> original artwork (10–12 pieces) which gives evidence <strong>of</strong>artistic growth and development. e portfolio deadline is January 18, 2013. At the interview applicants will present theirportfolio and be invited to discuss their particular interests in art. As part <strong>of</strong> the interview, they will be asked to demonstratebasic drawing skills. e skills test will consist <strong>of</strong> basic shading techniques. Appointments for the Art Scholarships will beassigned based on the choices selected on the Fine Arts <strong>Application</strong> Form. Audition dates and times will be e-mailed after theapplication is received.If you have any questions, contact the following instructors:eatre Ms. Kristina Friedgen friedgen@olgchs.orgWind Instruments/Percussion/Strings Dr. Richard Slocum slocum@olgchs.orgVocal/Piano Mr. Stanley Spottswood spottswood@olgchs.orgArt Mrs. Gretchen Irby irby@olgchs.orgKeep this information sheet for reference.
Speech i Fine Arts i Scholarship Scholarship FormI am applying for the:Please check theappropriate scholarship(s)■ eatre Scholarship■ Music Scholarship (Instrumental)■ Music Scholarship (Piano)■ Music Scholarship (Vocal)■ Art Scholarship■ Speech Scholarship Competition (March 2, 2013)(Details <strong>of</strong> the competition are online at www.olgchs.org.)Type <strong>of</strong> instrumentPlease print legibly.APPLICANT’S LEGAL NAME LAST FIRST MIDDLEADDRESS STREET CITY STATE zIPHOME PHONECURRENT SCHOOL■ MALE■ FEMALEPARENT NAME LAST FIRST PARENT’S E-MAIL ADDRESSInterview Dates for Fine Arts ApplicantsStudents auditioning for a music scholarship will select the date and time for their music audition on the music programwebsite: www.goodcounselmusic.orgART: ■ Wednesday, February 6, 2013■ ursday, February 7, 2013APPLICANT SIGNATUREDATE
Speech Scholarship Competition i March 2, 2013Please read all the information below carefully. If you have any questions, please call Mr. Chuck Ehrman at240-283-3207 or email him at ehrman@olgchs.org.To register for this competition, fill out the Speech/Fine Arts Scholarship form in the Admissions packet.Keep this page for future reference.When is the competition? Saturday, March 2, 20138:00 - 8:30 Registration in the school’s Dining Hall.8:30 – 8:45 Welcome & Information9:00 – 12:00 Preliminary Rounds <strong>of</strong> Competition• Students will be divided into small groups <strong>of</strong> 5 or 6 and will deliver their speechesin classrooms. Each room will have two judges.• Students deliver their speeches in the “open space” in the front <strong>of</strong> the classroom.• Students will have three chances to give their speeches, each time with a differentsubset <strong>of</strong> fellow competitors and each time with different judges.12:15 – 1:00 Final Round <strong>of</strong> Competition & Awards• e top six speakers will be invited to compete a fourth time.ese students are the ones who qualify for the scholarships.What do student competitors need to do to participate?Students should compose one original speech (4-6 minutes) on any topic <strong>of</strong> their choosing. e purpose<strong>of</strong> the speech can be to persuade, inform, inspire, and/or entertain.While memorization is not required, great familiarity with the speech is. Memorization, though, couldbe a deciding factor with the judges.What are the judges looking for?Familiarity * Eye Contact * Originality * Expressiveness * Pacing * PoiseWhat are the scholarship amounts? All scholarships are four year renewable scholarships.First place 3,500.00Second place 3,000.00ird place 2,750.00Fourth place 2,500.00Fifth place 2,250.00Sixth place 2,000.00If a student accepts a scholarship, what are the requirements?Students must be eighth graders and must be accepted by and then enroll in <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong>.Students must be participating members on the school’s Speech and Debate team(minimum <strong>of</strong> six Saturday league tournaments and the necessary practice time).
PLTW (STEM Progam) i <strong>Application</strong> Form<strong>Application</strong> Requirements• Successful completion <strong>of</strong> Algebra I and Math or Science Teacher recommendation.• Fill out PLTW personal information form and written essay statement illustrating an interest in the pursuit <strong>of</strong> theengineering field and submit it to GC’s Admissions <strong>of</strong>fice by December 14, 2012.• Personal interview with the PLTW staff in January.NameAddressStreetCity, State, zip CodeHome PhoneParents’ Cell Phone: Mother FatherParent Email AddressCurrent 8th Grade <strong>School</strong>Current 8th Grade Math Course and GradeCurrent 8th Grade Science Course and GradePlease indicate any technology/robotics/engineering experience that you have had within your school or outside <strong>of</strong> school:
PLTW (STEM Progam) i Essayank you for applying to our new PLTW Stem Engineering Program. As part <strong>of</strong> the application process, we are asking youto write a brief essay addressing the following questions:You may write your answer on this page or type your response on a separate sheet <strong>of</strong> paper.is program is designed for students who have an interest in various engineering technologies.How do you see yourself using this Engineering knowledge in the future?Also, what type <strong>of</strong> experience or work have you done in the past demonstrating your interest in the engineering field?Do you prefer working as an individual or collaborating with peers?Name (please print)Home PhoneSignature
BUS Routes to <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong>Please note that pick-up times are approximate. Buses will arrive at <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> by 7:45am and leave at 3:30pm.Montgomery CountyRoute. #1 Silver Spring via Georgia Avenue• st. John the evangelist (7:10am)• glenmont metro (7:20am)• Plaza Del mercado (Behind mcDonalds) (7:30am)Route #2 Silver Spring via New Hampshire Avenue• st. Bernadette school (6:40am)• safeway at Powder mill & new hampshire ave. (6:50am)• st. John the Baptist (7:05am)• safeway at cloverly shopping center (7:20am)Route #3 Kensington, Rockville via Connecticut Avenueand Veirs Mill Road• st. Jane de chantal school (6:40am)• holy redeemer school, Kensington (6:55am)• st. catherine’s school (7:10am)• safeway at Bauer Drive (7:25am)Route #4 Montgomery Village, Gaithersburg, RockvilleRoute #4A• Quince orchard Plaza-staples & mcDonald’s (6:52am)• cVs at montgomery Village (7:00am)• Wendy’s/taco Bell at Woodfield rd. and muncastermill rd. (7:10am)Route #4B• mcDonald’s at rte. 28 and Quince orchard (6:55am)• rte. 28 & Dufief mill road (6:58am)Route #4C• monroe and fleet st. (7:15am)• st. Patrick’s school (7:30am)Howard CountyRoute #6 Columbia, Clarksville• security square mall - mcDonalds (6:20am)• triangle shopping center (6:45am)• st. John the evangelist church at the Wilde Lake interfaithcenter, columbia (7:00am)• st. Louis school, clarksville (7:20am)• rte. 216 & rte. 108 (7:30am)Prince George’s/Montgomery CountyRoute #7 Bowie, Laurel, Burtonsville• mcDonald’s, Bowie, at rte 197 and 450 (6:30am)• home Depot, Laurel, intersection rte. 198 & 197 (6:55am)• stanley memorial Library, Laurel, at rte. 198 and 7th street(7:00am)• Burtonsville crossing shopping center, rte. 198 &old columbia Pike (7:15am)2012–2013 Bus fees:$3.00 for a single ride (non bus pass holder), $450.00 persemester for both ways, and $225.00 for one way.good counsel will continue its service <strong>of</strong> providing astudent directory by zip code to help facilitate carpooling.for further information, contact Bettye folz in the Business<strong>of</strong>fice at 240-283-3221.Route #5 Damascus, Laytonsville• mcDonald’s at milestone, rte. 27 and 355, neelesville rd.(6:45am)• st. Paul’s church, Damascus (7:00am)• 7-11 on rte. 108 in Laytonsville (7:20am)