Dear Seniors,
I will be available in the Serenity Room to meet one-on-one with you this week. Please see the time slots below.

Tuesday, October 1 at 9:30am-11:00am and 1pm-3pm
Wednesday, October 2 at 9:00am-12:00pm
Thursday, October 3 at 10:30am-3pm

I am hoping to check-in with you all sometime this week to see if you're on track with everything regarding your post-secondary plans. Also please feel free to set up an appointment using the link below to meet with me virtually:
outlook.office365.com/book/JohnHayAdvising@collegenowgc.org/

Ms. E
Ipek Ergonenc
Senior College Now Advisor, John Hay Campus
Email: iergonenc@collegenowgc.org
Text: 216.264.7246

A doctoral degree ceremony involves giving a hood as a symbol of achievement to candidates who have earned the highest degree one can earn. The following students have started their college journey, and the Cleveland Early College staff feels it only appropriate that they have their journey start with a hood-ie.

Assiyah Abdullah-Colvin,

Yazmeen Abdul-Wasi

Michael Adams

Shada Ali

SaNessie Brown-Harris

Shaniya Campbell

Alana Cumba

Trinity Custom

Berenice Dela Cruz

Kimira Geeter

Anaiyah General

Ryan Greer

Olivia Hamilton

Lyndi Harris

Maliq Hicks

Savannah Hill

Ty'Leonah Jenkins

Neil Johnson

Nehemiah Johnson

Ari'Rose Joiner

Sam Kozak

Dayana Lopez

Xavier Mcdade

Alicia McDuffie

Abigail Moore

Najiyah Moss

Isaiah Mynatt

Elhaji Niasse

Kelly Niara

Divine Onuorah

Ardae Perry

Allanna Pittman

Carla Poythress

Makenna Redix

Brielle Roberts

Micah Roberts

Micaiah Roberts

Morgen Rosario

Janiah Scott

Naima Scott

Mynique Shurn

Naomi Stowers

Samantha Suwarna

Rumi Washington

Na'Asia Watkins

Malik Waweru

Jordyn Webb

De'Charion Williams

Honasti Williams

Aamina Woody

Kimora Wright

Kahlil Wright

These one of a kind hoodies have been awarded to all Cleveland Early College students in College Credit Plus Courses. They are sized to grow with each student, as they will be earning special CCP patches with each course they pass! Congratulations to all! #cechsproud

Case Western Reserve University's Girls Who Code focuses on bridging the gender gap in technology. They hold weekly sessions in which they teach fundamental computer science concepts to high school students in the Cleveland area who identify as female or non-binary. Sunday Arduino sessions run all semester and are a great way for students to learn about circuits, coding, and overall engineering practice. It's an amazing way for girls to be supported in learning skills that will help them find jobs and succeed throughout their lives!

They currently have open spots in the Sunday Arduino sessions, starting next Sunday, September 29th at 11 am, and are looking for more students to join their program!

Arduino sign-up: https://tinyurl.com/fall2024arduino

THIS MESSAGE STUDENTS WHO APPLIED AND HAVE BEEN ACCEPTED IN A CCP PROGRAM FOR THE SPRING 2025 SESSION!

PLEASE READ THE MESSAGE BELOW CAREFULLY! There is critical information and deadlines that you will need to know in order to continue to be a CCP student at early College!
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CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERISTY:
Registration has opened for the Spring semester as of September 16th! Please be sure to check your CSU email for updates and directions regarding registering for your courses. I will not know what the college has communicated to you! Before you meet with your college advisor, you are required to meet with me so that we can look at your EC schedule and talk about courses that you might take in the Spring. You can sign up for a CCP Conference with me on the clipboard outside my office starting tomorrow!📅

PLEASE DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE TO SCHEDULE YOUR CLASSES! Classes will be full and you will be left scrambling to find a course that is open. Also, when you wait, it causes more stress for you and results in more work for everyone!

~ LAST DAY to register for Spring classes: NOVEMBER 1, 2024

~ FIRST DAY of Spring Semester Classes: January 13, 2025
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TRI-C STUDENTS:
Registration for Spring 2025 classes will begin at Tri-C on Monday, October 21, 2024. Please be sure to check your My Tri-C email for updates and directions regarding registering for your courses. I will not know what the college has communicated to you! Before you meet with your college advisor, you are required to meet with me so that we can look at your EC schedule and talk about courses that you might take in the Spring. At that time I will submit a Spring Authorization Form for you. You can sign up for a CCP Conference with me on the clipboard outside my office starting tomorrow!📅

PLEASE DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE TO SCHEDULE YOUR CLASSES! Classes will be full and you will be left scrambling to find a course that is open. Also, when you wait, it causes more stress for you and results in more work for everyone!

~ LAST DAY to register for Spring Classes: JANUARY 13, 2025.

~ First Day of Spring Semester Classes: January 13, 2025

Talk to you soon!🎈

Mrs. Maxwell

Dear, CECHS students and families,

VERY IMPORTANT! As an extra safety measure, alarm bars have been installed on all exterior doors on the John Hay Campus. From 7:30am until 2:59pm, students can enter and exit ONLY via Stokes Blvd. At dismissal, all main stairwell doors will be unarmed (PNC and Carnegie doors), allowing students to exit the building as they normally do. Please note that ALL custodial drive doors will ALWAYS be off limits, and should never be used, unless there is an actual emergency, of course.

In addition, with a firm starting date of October 21st, John Hay Early College will not allow parents/visitors in the building without and ID. This is a district policy that we plan to uphold. We recognize that this may cause some frustration because of past practice, so we wanted to provide a few weeks for parents to get into this new routine.

Kind regards,

Mrs. Starr

October 7th Grades updated for student assignments for the first six weeks of the 1st quarter

October 11th Fall Recess (all schools closed)

October 18th End of First Marking Period

October 21st Picture Day (9th-11th Grade Only)

October 23rd PSAT Grades 9-11 *This is traditionally an early release day. More details to come,

October 23rd Senior Trip to Visit Akron & Kent University

October 30th High School Parent-Teacher Conferences 12:30pm-7:00pm

*No School for HS Students

October 28th, 29th & 30th Lady Hornets Basketball Tryouts 3:30pm-6:00pm

November 5th Election Day (no school for students)

November 11th Veterans Day (all schools closed)

November 14th Senior Picture Day

November 18th Grades updated for student assignments for the first three weeks of the 2nd quarter.

November 20th Campus Wide Blood Drive

November 27th-29th Thanksgiving Holiday (all schools closed)

December 2nd High School Choice Fair Preview Event @ East Professional Center (EPC) @ 4:00-6:00 PM

December 3rd-6th High School Choice Fair @ EPC (8:00 AM-3:00 PM )

December 4th School Choice Portal Opens at 5:00 PM

December 4th East Side High School Choice Fair @ EPC (5:00-7:00 PM)

December 9th Grades updated for student assignments for the first six weeks of the 2nd quarter

December 10th West Side High School Choices Fair @ Max S. Hayes High School (5:00- 7:00 PM)

December 16th OST Geometry

December 17th OST American History

December 18th Final Exams Blocks 1 and 3

December 19th Final Exams Blocks 2 and 4

December 20th End of Second Marking Period

December 23rd-January 5th Winter Break (all school closed)

January 6th School Resumes

May 24th The Class of 2025 Commencement Ceremony 1pm

Dear Scholars,
Fall impact! registration is now open!
This program will provide students with ACT or PSAT test preparation as well as guide students through college and career research. Students that complete an impact! session are eligible to receive a stipend ($400 or $500 stipend upon completion) and will be able to participate in college exposure opportunities. Please see the attached flyer for registration and more information!
Ms. E
Ipek Ergonenc
Senior College Now Advisor, John Hay Campus
Email: iergonenc@collegenowgc.org
Text: 216.264.7246

FY25-Fall-impact -Flyers.pdf

College Now’s mission is to increase postsecondary educational attainment through college and career access advising, financial aid counseling, and scholarship and retention services. We encourage scholars to book appointments with Mrs. E below. It's never to early to have these conversations.

Hello,
This is a great scholarship opportunity for eligible seniors.
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to students in their final year of high school. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. With the 36th class in 2024, the Foundation has provided over 6,900 Coca-Cola Scholars with more than $84 million in educational support. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship.

Deadline: September 30, 2024
Apply here: www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/#TheCocaColaScholarsProgramScholarship

Ms. E
Ipek Ergonenc
Senior College Now Advisor, John Hay Campus
Email: iergonenc@collegenowgc.org
Text: 216.264.7246

Dear Scholars and Parents/ Caregivers,
Get ready for an exciting opportunity with the Cleveland Metropolitan School District's Parent University College Bus Tours, designed exclusively for scholars in grades 8-12 and their parents or caregivers!

This is your chance to explore college campuses *for free* and get a firsthand look at the possibilities ahead. We'll take care of everything — round-trip transportation, lunch, and an unforgettable in-person tour experience.

During the tour, you and your scholar will meet with admissions staff, who will walk you through the application process, housing options, available services, scholarships, and financial aid. You'll explore the campus on foot, dine in the student facilities, and get all your questions answered about life in college. Don’t miss this opportunity to start planning your scholar's future with us!

Click the link below to register:
www.clevelandmetroschools.org/college-tours

Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Destination:
Bowling Green State University
1001 E Wooster St
Bowling Green, OH 43403

Friday, November 1, 2024
Destination:
Eastern Michigan University
900 Oakwood St.
Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Saturday, November 9, 2024
Destination:
Central State University
1400 Brush Row Rd
Wilberforce, OH 45384

Ms. E
Ipek Ergonenc
Senior College Now Advisor, John Hay Campus
Email: iergonenc@collegenowgc.org
Text: 216.264.7246

Dear Seniors,
You are invited to attend University of Cincinnati's Cincinnati on the Road event in Cleveland. Please see below for more information:

Cincinnati on the Road is designed to give you a preview of University of Cincinnati, provide assistance on your application and essay, and get you excited for your future waiting for you on campus.

Check in will begin at 5:45pm. The program kicks off at 6:00pm and we will finish around 7:45pm. Light appetizers will be provided.

In this program you will:
-Learn more about University of Cincinnati and enrollment next steps
-Play engaging games and activities
-Get assistance and guidance on the Common Application and essay
-Have your questions answered by admission staff

When: Monday, October 7, 2024 at 6:00-7:45 PM
Where: Great Lakes Science Center, 601 Erieside Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114

Register here: admissions.catalyst.uc.edu/register/?id=fd86fe41-b034-44c7-9b61-0cf97238dfe6

Ms. E
Ipek Ergonenc
Senior College Now Advisor, John Hay Campus
Email: iergonenc@collegenowgc.org
Text: 216.264.7246

Please see below and attached flyer for the details of the upcoming event at Kent State University!

Join us for Connect at Kent, a unique event designed specifically for high school and transfer students from diverse backgrounds, including participants in our partnership programs. This is your chance to engage with the dynamic Kent State community by hearing firsthand from current students as they share their personal stories and experiences.
Throughout the event, you'll have the opportunity to meet faculty and staff from our academic programs and participate in informative sessions about student life, financial aid and more.
Explore our award-winning student support services, clubs and organizations during the student resource fair. Finally, wrap up your day with a guided campus tour led by a current student, where you'll visit academic buildings, popular student hangouts and our state-of-the-art residence halls.

When: Wednesday, November 13 at 9am-2pm
Where:
Kent Student Center - Kiva Auditorium
1025 Risman Plaza
Kent, OH 44242

Click here to register:
apply.kent.edu/register/?id=91b9c997-b036-4dd6-8e80-df68996d9ec0

Ms. E
Ipek Ergonenc
Senior College Now Advisor, John Hay Campus
Email: iergonenc@collegenowgc.org
Text: 216.264.7246

Hello Seniors,

Here are some scholarship opportunities with September deadlines. Some of them are offered monthly. I will be sharing various scholarship opportunities with you all throughout the school year.

BigFuture Scholarships, deadline: Check the website for deadlines for each step
bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/bigfuture-scholarships/scholarship-details

Innovation In Education Scholarship, deadline: Monthly- 20th of each month
www.latutors123.com/scholarships/innovation-in-education/

Too Cool to Pay for School Scholarship, deadline: Quarterly (March, June, September, December)
accessscholarships.com/1k-too-cool-to-pay-for-school/

Because College is Expensive Scholarship, deadline: September 30, Next one December 31
cedaredlending.com/scholarship/

The Home Depot Foundation Path to Pro Scholarship, deadline: September 30
www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/deadline/deadline-in-september/the-home-depot-foundation-path-to-pro-scholarship

The "No Sweat" Scholarship, deadline: September 30
www.cirkledin.com/scholarships/?ref=sc

Courage To Grow Scholarship, deadline: Monthly- End of each month
couragetogrowscholarship.com/

The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation, deadline: September 30
webportalapp.com/sp/login/ccsf

Niche No Essay Scholarship, deadline: September 30
www.niche.com/colleges/scholarships/no-essay-scholarship/

“Equal Opportunity” Scholarship, deadline: September 30
bold.org/scholarships/equal-opportunity-scholarship/

Linda McCoy-Aitkens Memorial Scholarship, deadline: September 30
app.goingmerry.com/scholarships/linda-mccoy-aitkens-memorial-scholarship/35084

Judith A. Vaughn Scholarship, deadline: September 30
app.goingmerry.com/scholarships/judith-a-vaughn-scholarship/28028

Be Bold No Essay Scholarship, deadline: October 1
bold.org/scholarships/the-be-bold-no-essay-scholarship/

Golden Door Scholars Program, deadline: October 1
www.goldendoorscholars.org/apply

Curtis Holloway Memorial Scholarship, deadline: October 16
bold.org/scholarships/curtis-holloway-memorial-scholarship/

College JumpStart Scholarship, deadline: October 17
www.jumpstart-scholarship.net/application-us/

Chick-Fil-A Community Scholars Program, deadline: October 30
apply.scholarsapply.org/cfacommunityscholars/

Dr. Edward V. Chavez Athletic Memorial Scholarship, deadline: October 30
bold.org/scholarships/dr-edward-chavez-athletic-scholarship/

DP Law Encouraging Diversity Scholarship, deadline: October 31
www.dplaw.com/encouraging-diversity-scholarship/

Voice of Democracy Scholarship Program, deadline: October 31
www.vfw.org/community/youth-and-education/youth-scholarships

Christian Connector $2,500 Scholarship, deadline: Quarterly
www.christianconnector.com/christiancollegesform.cfm?adref=cedar

As always, feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

Ms. E
Ipek Ergonenc
Senior College Now Advisor, John Hay Campus
Email: iergonenc@collegenowgc.org
Text: 216.264.7246

Dear Scholars,
Please see below!

Ashland University's attached flyer has dates coming up for our Fall Open Houses at our CONHS (College of Nursing & Health Sciences) Academic building in Mansfield Ohio, as well as at the Main Ashland University campus for any high school students interested in nursing and health sciences!

Also on the flyer, Ashland University's CONHS, Mansfield location nursing program is offering Summer Camp 2025 to rising junior and senior high school students interested in becoming a registered nurse. This summer camp is being offered in conjunction with OhioHealth Mansfield. Participants can choose to attend on either July 10th or July 11th. Further details for summer camp registration will be released soon.

This is an opportunity for participants to:
• Engage in activities in the nursing simulation laboratory with nursing instructors who teach in the BSN nursing program at Ashland University
• have lunch and meet nurses at OhioHealth Mansfield
tour various hospital departments to meet registered nurses and see them in action

Ms. E
Ipek Ergonenc
Senior College Now Advisor, John Hay Campus
Email: iergonenc@collegenowgc.org
Text: 216.264.7246

ArtWorks Fall 2024:

• Application Deadline: September 26, 11:59 PM

• Program Dates: October 9 – December 5
• Time Commitment: Tuesdays & Thursdays from 4:30 - 7:30 pm (with some later evenings and Saturdays required).
• Location: Disciples Christian Church (3663 Mayfield Rd., Cleveland Heights, OH 44121)

• Eligibility: Northeast Ohio High school students in grades 10-12. All applicants must interview to be considered for this opportunity.

• How to Apply: Students can apply online at https://www.arts-inspiredlearning.org/afterschool-artworks

Inspiration Through Music Program:

• Program Overview: Inspiration Through Music is a free music program that allows 3rd - 12th grade Cleveland residents & CMSD students to receive beginner to intermediate instrument instruction in Violin, Percussion, Keyboard/Voice, or Guitar - and all instruments are provided at no cost. No prior experience needed!
• Dates: September 9 – November 15
• Locations: Thurgood Marshall Recreation Center, Cudell Recreation Center, & Studio 105
• Times: Monday – Friday, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
• Eligibility: Participants must live in Cleveland or attend a school within the Cleveland Metropolitan School District.

• How to Get Involved: More details and the registration can be found at https://www.arts-inspiredlearning.org/inspiration-through-music.

Individualized flyers for parents were distributed during Curriculum Night/Open House. If you weren't able to make it to Open House, your student will be bringing your individual flyer home this week. Be on the lookout.

For information and assistance, parents can also refer to the CMSD website which has additional information about how to set up accounts, and features of the MyPowerHub for parents.

www.clevelandmetroschools.org/powerschool

● Enter ONLY via the approved main entrance (The Point) facing Stokes Blvd.

● Never open ANY door for other students, strangers, or delivery persons!

● Door Dash (or food delivery of any kind) is NOT allowed at ANY time!

● Place all cell phones and personal items inside your bookbags before entering the building to ensure our entry line runs smoothly and efficiently every day!

● ALL visitors must have an ID upon entry to the building!

● Pick-up and Drop-off in the Deering Road Parking Lot or the Carnegie Lot, not on Stokes Blvd…there is no stopping on Stokes!

● Do not block traffic by parking in the pick-up lanes…if you are waiting for your student, please use a parking space!

● Students do not bring bags filled with chips and candy as they will be taken. You are not permitted to sell ANYTHING during the school day.

We are excited to begin our "New Scoreboard" fundraising campaign. We have partnered with Regal to launch our initial fundraising efforts.

Please purchase and share the link (attached) .

Order Regal Movie Ticket Bundles Supporting John Hay HS - Athletic Department!

The Cleveland Browns is providing an Ohio high school with the opportunity to win $25,000 worth of football helmets. Use the button above to vote for John Hay.

Go Hornets!

Are your interested in participating in a fall sport? If so, please email the John Hay Campus Athletic Director, Mr. Morrow, at diauntae.morrow@clevelandmetroschools.org.

For any questions about VOLLEYBALL, contact Coach Stewart : caroline.stewart@clevelandmetroschools.org.

BOYS CROSS COUNTRY practice will start Tuesday, July 30. Meet point: Oval (Carnegie lot). Please bring proper practice gear (tennis shoes/pants/shorts) and water. If you have any questions contact Coach Hawkins: brandon.hawkins@clevelandmetroschools.org.

If you are interested in SOCCER, please contact Coach Magistri: kathleen.magistri@clevelandmetroschools.org.

If you are interested in FOOTBALL, please contact Coach Decipeda: rodney.decipeda@clevelandmetroschools.org.

IXL is a very important tool used in all English, Math, Science & Social Studies classrooms! Parents, please encourage your student to use IXL both at school and at home! Please be sure to use it, per subject, as required by your teacher. Students who do not meet the required minutes will lose valuable points on quarterly grades.

Research shows that IXL accelerates learning!

Leads To Higher Test Scores

IXL schools score as much as 15 percentile points higher in math and 17 percentile points higher in language arts on state assessments.

Predicts Success

Validity research shows that IXL’s Diagnostic is an accurate measure of student achievement and a strong predictor of performance on standardized assessments.

Benefits All Students

ELLs, SPED students, Title I schools, and urban and rural schools experience similar or even greater gains with IXL.