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SCHEDULE CHANGES FOR 2023-24
Please make every attempt to request desired schedule changes prior to the end of this school year on June 2. The next chance to make a change after June 2 will be in August, but options may be more limited at that time. Once school begins, students may only change into a new class during the first week of a semester. After the first week, new classes may be added only if they get approved for an exception for classes that still have space available.
If you have any desired schedule changes, you should email our counselors.
Miss Karel for incoming 9th-grade students
Mr. Vander Wal for incoming 10th-12th grade students
AP EXAMS
AP exams will be given at CCHS in May for students that registered in the fall. Here are the exams with more than one student:
· May 1 at 8:00 a.m. US Government and Politics
· May 4 at 8:00 a.m. Macroeconomics
· May 8 at 8:00 a.m. Calculus AB and BC
· May 8 at 12:00 p.m. Computer Science Principles
· May 10 at 8:00 a.m. Spanish Language
· May 10 at 12:00 p.m. Biology
· May 11 at 12:00 p.m. Physics I
A full schedule can be found by clicking on the AP Exam Schedule button below the Notes from the Counseling Office section.
COLLEGE ENTRANCE TESTING
While some colleges are continuing with test-optional admission that started due to COVID test cancellations, many are getting back to requiring a score for admission and/or merit scholarships. In general, it is our recommendation that college-bound students attempt both the SAT and ACT and that they take 3-4 tests in combination (SAT, ACT, CLT – Classic Learning Test, accepted by more and more colleges). More information can be found by clicking on the ACT, SAT, and CLC Information buttons below the Notes from the Counseling Office section
KHAN ACADEMY
The Khan Academy offers free, personalized practice for students preparing for the SAT, but it is also beneficial for the ACT. The counselors have helped students link Khan Academy and College Board accounts to allow for tailored practice based on PSAT and/or SAT scores. We encourage college-bound students to use their Khan Academy accounts to prepare and improve test scores. College Board research has shown an average score increase of 60 points for 6 hours of Khan SAT practice and an average increase of 85 points for 20 hours of practice. These kinds of score increases often result in thousands of dollars more for merit scholarships. Summer is a great time to log these practice hours by clicking on the Khan Academy button below the Notes from the Counseling Office section.
SAT AND PSAT 10 SCORES
SAT and PSAT 10 scores are now available in students’ College Board accounts. The juniors had the opportunity to choose four institutions to receive free score sends for their SAT scores. Additional score sends can be completed through the College Board website for a fee.
CCHS SCHOLARSHIPS
CCHS scholarship recipients will be receiving information for transferring funds to their college accounts at the end of the school year.
HONORS CONVOCATION
- The seniors recently received a Senior Survey in a Google Form asking about future plans and scholarships/awards received.
- Students who did not respond to the survey yet should contact Mr. Vander Wal ASAP.
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In addition, students need to provide documentation of scholarships and awards to Mr. Vander Wal to be recognized for them at our Honors Convocation on Tuesday, May 9.
SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES
Summer is a great time to continue career exploration. Students are encouraged to log into their Xello accounts to explore various career and college options, build a resume, complete career and personality assessments, set goals, etc. Students are also encouraged to set up job shadows over the summer months. Some of the best learning happens outside of the normal school day and experiencing multiple job shadows can help students as they search for their calling and vocation.
CCES SCHOLARSHIP
The Calvin Christian Elementary School Endowed Scholarship has been awarded annually through Grandville Calvin Christian Schools (GCCS) in memory of Calvin Christian Elementary School (CCES) in Wyoming, which closed in 2010.
Scholarship Objective:
To provide $500 scholarships to Calvin Christian Middle and High School students who demonstrate Christian character, maturity, leadership, service, and solid academic performance. This scholarship reward is meant to be based on student merit alone, not on financial need or parental involvement.
Applicant Qualifications:
1. Student must be an incoming eighth or eleventh grader at GCCS (apply during 7th or 10th-grade year).
2. Student must be a former CCES student or a City of Wyoming resident.
3. Student must have a minimum of 2.8 GPA or equivalent (HS only).
4. Student must seek and submit a letter of recommendation from one CCMS/CCHS teacher or faculty member AND their church pastor or youth minister.
5. Student must write and submit an essay (name printed on the back side of the essay).
6. Student must have completed the required school service hours appropriate to their grade level (HS only).
Contact Mr. Nate Vander Wal with further questions and/or to apply for this scholarship.
The deadline to apply is May 1, 2023. For the application form, click on the link below the Notes from the Counseling Office section marked CCES Scholarship Application.
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