Principal's Message

Conrad Parents/Guardians-

March 1st, signifies the beginning of the Spring Season in schools. The warmer weather includes outdoor athletics and preparation for important assessments. Please encourage your child to do their very best on these assessments as the results will give the school important data about college readiness and parents’ information about strengths, areas to grow, and potential college options. More details are upcoming but please see the testing windows below:

• The PSATs for 9th grade students will be administered on March 10th.
• The PSATs for 10th grade students will be administered on March 17th.
• The SATs will be administered to all 11th grade students on March 24th.
• Smarter Balanced assessments for middle school students will occur April 19th-23rd.
• Social Studies and Science DCAS exams will occur the weeks of May 3rd and May 10th.
• AP exams are scheduled for May 4th-June11th.

The course selection process for the 2021-2022 school year is upon us as well! The coursework our students will select is demanding but I have confidence in them. Conrad is excited to offer our rising 9th grade students the College Board’s Pre-AP Biology. Pre-AP Biology sparks student motivation and critical thinking about our living world as they engage in real-world data analysis and problem solving. The course prioritizes scientific literacy and is critical for numerous college and career endeavors in science and the social sciences.

Additionally, Conrad will continue as an AP Capstone school that equips students with the independent research, collaborative teamwork, and communication skills that are increasingly valued by colleges. AP Capstone comprises the Seminar course and Research course. Students and parents are encouraged to contact their guidance counselors if they have any questions about the scheduling process.

Academic achievement is the focus at Conrad Schools of Science but can only happen in a safe and healthy learning environment. Conrad will continue to follow all COVID-19 safety protocols. Remember that if you are interested in your child returning to in-person learning 2-days per week beginning March 1st, please complete this brief form by tomorrow, February 23, 2021:

We will consider your request and get back to you with a decision by February 24, 2021.

Thank you for your support, contact me with questions or concerns, and enjoy the warmer weather.

Go Red Wolves!

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Master Calendar

PTO

Conrad Students have always benefited from a strong PTO. Jamie Gilley is the Conrad PTO President and can be reached at Jmgilley27@gmail.com

Conrad Student Academic Success Library

Youth Environmental Summit

YES! is a statewide confab for all Delaware high school students interested in protecting our Earth, from home schoolers, to all public, parochial and independent schools in Delaware. The inaugural YES! was held February 28, 2020 in Dover. Planning is now underway for the February 2021 Covid-respectful event.

YES! is a wide collaborative partnership of Delaware nonprofit organizations, educators, agencies, businesses, and students who want to make a difference by engaging Delaware's youth in issues and advocacy on environmental issues!

Are you passionate about what we're doing? Let us know! We are always looking for volunteers to help us make our vision a reality. We'll help you find a way to volunteer that best suits you. We're excited to have you join the team!

Advanced Placement Payment Deadline - PAST DUE

Advanced Placement (AP) Courses- Registration and payment for AP exams close January 28th. Parents/Guardians can pay for their student’s AP exams by credit card (paypams), check, or cash.

Pay by Credit Card*- complete the electronic registration form and then submit payment via Paypams.com (3.5% processing fee).

Pay by Check/Cash- complete the electronic registration form (paper version) and mail or drop-off payment to the Conrad school counseling office. If you mail your payment please include the student’s name and AP exams.

SAT and ACT Prep

Sophomores and Juniors are invited to join the University of Delaware for a one-hour free strategy session introducing them to the basics of both exams, guiding them through sample questions and teaching them a few strategies. If students want to prepare even more, UD also offers a series of live, online courses that will help them get ready for the SATs or ACTs. For more information visit the UD website. (they also offer full scholarships for students with demonstrated financial need.)

New Scholarships

Delaware School Nutrition Association

Tasks for Seniors

College Acceptances

- Please continue to update the google doc when you are accepted to a school for next fall.

- If your college/university is requesting your mid-year grades please complete this form for us.

FAFSA

FAFSA is OPEN! The completion of the FAFSA is required for students to be eligible for state and federal financial aid (scholarships, grants, and loans). Financial aid is distributed on a first-come-first serve basis therefore students should complete this as soon as possible.

Students AND parents MUST complete SEPARATE FAFSA ID FORMS below

Stand By Me

Stand By Me information – We welcome your students and their families to access our helpful and informative financial aid presentations that have been so popular in the past-from home! Families and students can participate in any of the scheduled ZOOM events, regardless of school they attend. It's quick and easy and features the same valuable information and the same professional and engaging Stand by Me NexGen team! Connect your students and families with the link to our website, where they will be able to choose their event dates and times.

College Application Guide

The counseling staff presented college/career information in Senior English classes. Here are some of the resources they shared:

Seniors need to schedule their one-on-one fall conference appointment with their school counselor- appointment links are on the Class of 2021 Schoology page.

College Application Procedure Guide

Senior College Application Timeline

Virtual Webinars for College Application and Financial Aid

Underclassmen Resources

Wellness Center

Conrad Schools of Science has an On-Site Wellness Center which is staffed with a Family Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive authority, a Registered Dietician, and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. For more information, contact the Wellness Center at 302-992-5532

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