HPS Academy
March 2015
Guilford High School
Youth Court
Dates to Remember:
PARCC End of Year exams for Math
& English
5/28/15—5/29/15
Senior Fines Due
5/01/15
Prom (Giovanni’s)
Senior Finals
5/9/15
5/13-5/15
Last Day for Seniors
5/15/15
Academic All-Stars—Coronado
Top 25 students
5/21/15
Graduation Practice—9:00 am
BMO Harris Bank Center
5/26/15
Graduation—10:00 am
BMO Harris Bank Center
5/28/15
Underclassmen Finals
Last Day of School
6/2-6/4
06/04/15
In this Edition:
Youth Court has begun at Guilford High School this spring. A diversionary program to
serve as an alternative from the traditional juvenile justice process, Youth Court uses
a restorative approach to addressing minor legal offenses committed by students. This winter 22 Guilford High School students were trained to serve as Youth
Court Peer Council Members. These Peer Council Members meet with families assigned to Youth Court to hear their story and create a contract to repair harm done to
the community and determine fair and appropriate interventions. Youth Court provides individuals who successfully complete the program a way to tell their story and
make up for what happened.
Christina Magee
Career Academy Coach
English 10:
In English 10, HPS students have been focusing on the topics of inequality, justice,
and prejudice. As a part of this literary unit, students are reading the foundational
texts, Twelve Angry Men and To Kill a Mockingbird, as well as supporting nonfiction
and multimodal texts: these include historical documents, (example: Jim Crow laws)
and photos, poems, and video (example: a clip from The Butler, which depicts the
nonviolent resistance of protesters during in a sit-in). Students are making connections between the themes of inequality, justice, and prejudice; examining and revising their own belief systems; and having meaningful discussions on these important
topics. Susan Callaway
RockMUN Conference
From The Counselor
2-3
1st Semester Perfect
Attendance
3
HPS Academy College
Acceptance
3
Spring Cleanup
3
Upcoming Field Trips
3
Environmental Science
4
Spring Musical THE WIZ
4
RAMM Scholarships
5
Student Spotlight
5
Academy Contacts
6
After School Tutoring
6
eSchool Plus Family
6
Parent Portal
6
On April 11th, Rock Valley College will be hosting the first annual RockMUN Conference. This is a simulation by the students of the United Nations Human Rights Council procedures. Model UN is for students in all Guilford academies that have an interest in political, social, economic and cultural activities. This is an experience that is
second to none and looks great on college applications. Debate will take place concerning the “Protection of Inherent Rights of Indigenous Peoples” and “Regulating
Human Rights in Transnational Corporations”. Participants will gain an outstanding
world view as well as elite skills in research, writing, collaboration, relevant problem
solving and public speaking.
YEARBOOKS
If you are planning on purchasing a yearbook now is the time to do it!
We have a limited quantity available. The cost is $70.00. Payment
can be made at school or online. To pay online go to www.rps.com,
click on “Illinois E-Pay” under Resources for Parents on the right side
of the page.
HPS Academy Office Hours 7:30 am—4:00 pm
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HPS Academy
Notes from the Human and Public Services Counselor
FAFSA INFORMATION FOR SENIOR PARENTS
Please remember to apply for financial aid for your student. Even though the state grant
(MAP) may have run out there is still federal money available (PELL, Work Study, Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans). Apply at FAFSA.gov.
A student’s financial need is determined by the following equation:
Cost of Attendance — Expected Family Contribution (EFC) = Financial Need
Mission
Statement:
In preparation
for post
secondary the
HPS Academy
mission is to
work
collaboratively
while inspiring
students to
explore 21st
century careers
in community
and human
services.
The Cost of Attendance (COA) is the total amount it will cost a family for a student to go
to college for an academic year. It takes into consideration tuition and fee, room and
board, books, supplies, transportation, childcare, costs associated with a disability and
miscellaneous expenses. Each college sets this figure. The Expected Family Contribution
(EFC) is an amount determined by formulas established by Congress and the individual
college, that indicate how much of a family’s resources should be available to help pay
for school.
After all corrections have been made to all financial information each family provides,
the financial aid administrator at each college which receives information from you will
create a financial aid package (or award) for each student. Using available resources, the
aid administrator gives each student the best possible combination of gift aid
(scholarship and grant monies which do not have to be repaid) and self-help (loans and
work study programs) monies to meet the student’s aid. These monies may be from federal and state and, in the case of public and private schools, campus resources.
Students are given a strict timeframe in which to respond to any or all of each school’s
offers, usually 15 to 21 days. Colleges and universities try to mail their packages to families as soon as possible, usually in March or April.
The best contact each family has while applying for financial aid is the financial aid administrator at each college in which the student is interested.
Authors and Information Sources:
Sue Biemeret, College Counselor, Adlai E. Stevenson High School
Jerry Cebrzynski, Director of Financial Aid, Lake Forest College
ACT REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOR JUNIOR PARENTS!
Test Dates for Spring of 2015
Test Date
Registration Deadline
Late Registration Period
Photo Upload Deadline
April 18th
March 13th
March 14-27
April 10
June 13th
May 8
May 9-22
June 5
Listed above are the last two test dates for spring of 2015. Both test dates are ideal
times to take the ACT for the second time. Register at www.actstudent.org/start. The
cost is $38.00 for the ACT (No Writing) or $54.50 ACT (Plus Writing). The ACT we gave in
March included the writing sample. The test is given on a Saturday morning at several
testing sites in the Rockford area.
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HPS Winter Newsletter – Mrs. Grygiel:
Our seniors in the HPS academy have been busy making plans after graduation, completing college applications,
financial aid forms, and applying for scholarship opportunities. The students have really worked hard to create
open paths to their career interests and colleges of their choice. Our HPS students have been accepted to such
colleges as U of I-Chicago, U of I-Urbana/Champaign, U of I-Springfield, SIU-Edwardsville, SIU-Carbondale, ISU, NIU,
WIU, EIU, Rockford University, North Central University, Drake, Carroll University, University of Iowa, UW Whitewater, UW Milwaukee, U of MN-Twin Cities, Loyola, San Diego State University, Carthage College, U of Missouri,
Piano Lab Becomes a Computer/Midi Lab
Our piano lab at Guilford recently got new computers which will have Sibelius music notation software and be connected to the keyboards. This will allow students in music classes to learn about writing, creating, and printing
music. Each student will have their own workstation, complete with headphones, in which to learn. Students in
piano and guitar classes have a performance on Thursday, March 26 th at 7 PM in our auditorium. This will be the
first ever guitar performance, along with about 20 piano students that will present a recital of varied musical
styles. Some will include vocals, duets or trios, and original music, popular hits, and classic piano works. Admission to the performance is free.
Upcoming dates:
March 18
March 26
May 14
All-City Music Festival
Piano/Guitar Recital
Orchestra/ Jazz Ensemble Concert
7 PM
7 PM
7 PM
Coronado Theater
Auditorium
Commons
Spring Courtyard Cleanup
For the second year in a row Guilford High School students, led by the HPS Academy, will be spending their free
time outdoors beautifying the grounds around the school. Last year students combined for over 1000 hours of
community service by cleaning, pruning, trimming, and planting the front and quads of the building with the help
of our community outreach partners. This year we are once again hoping for an amazing student volunteer turnout, and we need your help. Starting in May the HPS Academy will be looking for donations of seeds, annual
and perennial plants, bulbs, shrubs, birdseed, yard bags, and yard tools to help us in our endeavor. If you have
something that you would like to contribute please contact [email protected] or [email protected]
for more information!
1st Semester Perfect Attendance
Brook, Mikenzie Paige
Coleman, Tre' Stephon
Delgado, Jaslynn
Erdmann, Ryan Thomas
Gleitz, Jensen Michael
Hanson, Jacob Dylan
Hunt, Austin Ronald
Hyde, Robert John
Jefko, Julian
Nickel, Jackson Stewart
Roman, Karina
Selas, Paraskeva Patrick
Shallcross, Jane Marie
Strandin, Cameron
Vega-Reyes, Nely
Webster, Hailee Jean
Weeks, Kalvin Earl
White, Matthew Thomas
Williams, Jayven Brentavien
Xamonhtry, Brandon Bounthvi
GET READY FOR FALL SPORTS!
*ALL Athletes must have a physical less than 1 year old on file at
Guilford H.S. before practicing & participating in a sport! Physicals
may be turned in to the Athletic Office or your coach.
The following begin 8/10/15
* FOOTBALL
The following begin 8/12/15
* CROSS COUNTRY
* GIRLS SOCCER
* GOLF
* GIRLS VOLLEYBALL
* BOYS SOCCER
* GIRLS SWIM
AP TEST DATES FOR 2015
When: May 4th –May 15th
Where: Guilford High School
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Guilford Theatre Department’s Spring Musical, THE WIZ
Following in the spirit of HPS’s goal of creating a viable recycling program, the Guilford Theatre
Department’s Spring Musical, THE WIZ, will be staged using as many recyclable products as possible. Parts of the scenery will be created with plastic bottles (soda, water milk, etc.), aluminum
cans, and other discarded junk (i.e. old clothes, bicycle tires, old CDs, DVDs, tapes), as well as reusing items from past productions. We have been receiving valuable help from Rockford businesses such as Goodwill and Pepsi as well as our own students and staff. We invite you all to
come out to see our Production to see how this endeavor turns out.
Performances are Thursday—Saturday, 4/23—4/25 @ 7 PM and Sun. 4/26 @ 2 PM.
This Week in Environmental Science….
Students in environmental science are continuing to maintain their aquatic ecosystems and are
due for a filter change next week. The biggest challenge to the project according to junior Tashayla Powell is “keeping the tank clean.” She is not alone in wishing there were easier ways to
maintain the balance of the water. On a weekly basis the students must use aquarium vacuums
to remove waste material that collects among the decorative rocks at the bottom. “I do not like
sticking my hand in the water!” agrees senior Darnell Birdsong. Luckily there are four students
per group, so senior Shamara Glover has Darnell’s back. “Thanks for all your hard work guys!”
says Chuy, the tetra. Yes, yes he did.
This is Chuy
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2014 –2015 RAMM Scholarship Recipients
Kiara Burnell, Jimmy Garrison, Christian Goza, Jalynn Haynie, Yasmean Johnson,
Dominique Leavy, Terrance Montgomery, Sara Yapo
HPS Student Spotlight
Senior: Emily Shore
Sports:
Varsity Tennis
Activities:
National Honor Society
Guilford Student Council
Greater Rockford Temple Youth Group
Guilford Band
Plans after High School:
Attend Marquette University and major in business.
Thoughts on Guilford:
I’ve really enjoyed my time at Guilford because it offers so many opportunities whether it be for
extracurricular, learning, or leadership.
Thoughts on the ACT:
The ACT was definitely challenging but the Saturday ACT prep classes made me feel more comfortable
and offered many tips and tricks.
Favorite Class:
AP Psychology
AP Classes:
AP Chemistry, AP English, AP Psychology
Junior: Taylor Hammes
Sports:
Bowling
Activities:
National Honor Society
Plans after High School:
Attend a four year university.
Thoughts on Guilford:
I really like the atmosphere of the school. The teachers and administrators genuinely care about
the students. If I was able to choose what high school to go to I would choose Guilford. I’m proud
to be a Guilford Viking.
Thoughts on the ACT:
I was really stressed about the test before test day, but it dissipated the day of the test. I think a part of
that was due to the help of the ACT classes on Saturdays.
Favorite Class:
AP Psychology, Wind Ensemble, AP English
AP Classes:
AP Psychology, AP English 11
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Suspension
Re-entry
Students who are suspended out-of-school are
required to remain at
home during school hours
per a city ordinance. They
are NOT eligible to attend
or participate in ANY High
School sponsored event
until the suspension period has been completed.
Students who come onto
the High School property
while on suspension are
subject to arrest for trespassing. District policy is
that it is mandatory that
every student MUST have
a parent re-entry meeting
BEFORE returning from
suspension. That meeting
can happen anytime prior
to the end of the suspension or on the morning of
the date the student is
scheduled to return.
There are NO exceptions
to this policy.
After School
Tutoring Program
Teachers are now available
in the library after school
Monday-Thursday from 3:45
pm—4:45 pm. Please encourage your student to attend if they need help with
homework or projects, raising their grade, the use of a
computer, or just to study.
Transportation home on an
activity bus is available with
a student ID.
Parent Portal
Please be sure you are accessing the online Parent
Portal system to track your
students’ grades and attendance.
If you need your
username and password,
please contact Mrs. Durkin,
HS Office Professional by
calling or via email. Go to
www.rps205.com, click on
“Log in to Parent Portal”
under Resources for Parents
on the left side of the page.
NEW! eSchool Plus Family App
You can now access your students’ grades and attendance via a
smartphone or tablet. Your log in is the same as the one for Parent
Portal. If you need your username and password, please contact Mrs.
Durkin, HS Office Professional by calling or via email. Go to
www.rps205.com, click on “eSchool Plus Family App” for Android, Kindle or iOS under Resources for Parents on the left side of the page.
Calling in for Appointments or Early Release
School policy is to call in at least one hour before the requested leave
time for your student. This allows time for the student to get their
pass to leave during passing period and eliminates disrupting classroom instruction. Thank you for your understanding.
Academy Contacts:
Casey Kilduff
Jacqueline Grygiel
Kristen Roberts
Dawn Durkin
Reid Jutras
Deanna Ballard
Wendy Blackburn
David Boyer
Susan Callaway
Rick DeRango
Leann Dunlap
Stephani Ellis
Clark Fabert-Church
Nicholas Glowaty
Megan Guthrie
Walter Hoshaw
Erin Huels
Nathan Kirschmann
Greg Lincicum
Kelsey Lovgren
Jordan Lynde
Richard Nolting
Vicky Nordeen
Lee Schreiner
Jon Sleger
Chris Weber
Melissa Wolf
Academy Principal
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Academy Reading Teacher
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Academy Social Studies Teacher
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