1. College Admissions Summer Program at Maryville University Shannon Henderson, June Program Coordinator/Supervisor Mike Hazelton, July Program Coordinator/Supervisor

2. Program Options June 4 th -29 th from 8am – 12pm Monday through Friday OR July 9 th -20 th 8am-2:30pm Monday through Friday

3. Program History 6 th Summer Year 1 & 2 - St. Louis University Year 3 & 4 - St. Louis University & Maryville University Year 5 to current – Maryville University

4. Why College? Opportunities More money Longer lifespan Access to healthcare Economic security Fulfilling employment

5. More Reasons... Job satisfaction Life-long learners Participation in leisure activities Participation in artistic activities Higher voting rates Community service leaders Increased self-confidence

6. Why this program? Tools to succeed in life beyond high school SAT/ACT Preparation College Essay Preparation Admissions Insight Financial Aid Insight Self-awareness Planning for the future – what do I major in? Opportunities to meet other Parkway students. Identify and apply to colleges

7. Prepare for the demands of the collegiate classroom Prepare for potential careers Scholarship opportunities Financial Aid information Campus tours Guest speakers to share experiences & insight Thoughts about studying abroad? There’s more...

8. Program Bonus! Earn ½ high school credit!

9. Sample Schedule Choosing the Right College for You ACT Reading Workshop College Applications & Essays ACT Mathematics Workshop Vocabulary Building Workshop ACT English Workshop Developing Habits of Mind ACT Reasoning Workshop Naviance

10. Guest Speakers Maryville University Washington University St. Louis University Missouri State University Mizzou

11. Campus Tours St. Louis University University of Missouri St. Louis Maryville University * Tours may vary each session. *

12. Transportation.......available to all! Parkway Residents St. Louis City Residents

13. Teacher Appreciation Luncheon On the final day, a luncheon and award ceremony will be held to celebrate your program accomplishments AND honor a teacher who has made a difference in your school career!