Week #1 Updates
Week 1: October 4th-9th, 2010
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SAT Prep Classes Start Soon!!!
This 6-7 week course will teach you all of the strategies you need to get a great score! Practice tests, subject area review, tips & tricks - our curriculum was developed in conjunction with top test prep companies. CA-BUDL wants to level the playing field of college for you with this free course. More information coming soon!
October Calendar Events & Important Dates:
Friday October 8th, 2010 is the NOVEMBER SAT Registration Deadline. Click HERE for more information!
Saturday October 9th, 2010: First High School Tournament! This kicks off the first College Access Unit: "Researching Colleges & Universities"
- During the lunch hour there will be:
- A brief presentation on "How to Research Colleges & Universities"
- October College Fair(s) Registration (FREE)
- Upcoming College Open House Schedules and Sign-ups
- Morgan State College Awareness Day Sign-Ups
- BUDL SAT Prep Course Interest forms and Sign-Ups
Job Announcements:
The BUDL Apprenticeship/ College Access Program is looking to fill FIVE positions as a College Access Program Associate! This position is open to BUDL high school students (strong preference to juniors and seniors), it will require 5 hours per week and associates will work directly under the College Access Program Coordinator (Lauryn). The position will involve working on publicizing College Access Events and Programs, helping to plan and facilitate 2-3 PD (school closed) days, researching college access updates and posting for online posts, recruiting fellow students to participate in college access opportunities, conduct peer surveys and help with program logistics planning. This is a great resume builder and a fantastic opportunity to be hands on and at the forefront of the college planning process! Questions? Email Lauryn at lauryn@budl.org! Ready to apply! Download the application below!
Tip of the Week:
Are you on track to graduate? Make sure to meet with your counselor to double check your credits! See the Chart below to view the Baltimore City Public Schools High School Graduation Requirements.
| Subject Area |
Class of 2011 | Class of 2012 | Class of 2013 |
| English |
3 | 3 | 3 |
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Math (Algebra 1& Geomoetry) |
3 | 3 | 3 |
|
Science |
3 | 3 | 3 |
| Social Studies | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Tech ED | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Fine Arts | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Physical Education | ½ | ½ | ½ |
| Health | ½ | ½ | ½ |
| Other | Language) or 2 Adv. Tech or 4 State Approved Program |
Language) or 2 Adv. Tech or 4 State Approved Program |
Language) or 2 Adv. Tech or 4 State Approved Program |
| Electives | 3 Electives may be any courses beyond the above requirements |
3 Electives may be any courses beyond the above requirements |
3 Electives may be any courses beyond the above requirements |
| HSA |
Must take HSAs for English, Algebra/Data Analysis, Biology and Government; Specific score must be included on transcript. Students graduating from high school in or after 2010 must pass the High School Assessments to graduate. The Maryland State |
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| Service Learning | 75 Hours | 75 Hours | 75 Hours |
College of the Week:
Frostburg State University!
Frostburg State University is a public university located in Frostburg, MD. It's current enrollement is around 4,000 students and it has a yearly cost of a little over $13,000 (tuition, room and board) for in-state students! With over 45 majors, a diverse campus and several scholarships available to new and returning students, Frostburg State University is a great option!
