CSP Families! This time of year can be challenging for some of our CSP families. We have created a survey to identify both those families that need assistance AND those families that are in a position to donate gift cards to help those in need. If you are in need or in a position to offer assistance, please take a moment to answer a few questions by clicking on the link below. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1X6HD6g7czSZ6otoxwAtA2SsDu4MbbCaquiKBRiYSbKs/edit We thank you in advance for your continued support of our CSP family.

Angie O'Brien

Please make note that Chesapeake Science Point will be closed on Wednesday, June 1, 2022, for the Class of 2022 Commencement ceremony.

Angie O'Brien

Great News! The Class of 2022 Commencement ceremony will be held on Wednesday, June 1, 2022. The ceremony will take place from 6:00 - 7:00 pm at Severna Park High School. This is all the details we have at this time. As we receive more, we will share them with you.

Angie O'Brien

Parents, Please take a moment to read over the attached letter regarding extended absences from school.

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Parents, Please check your student's grades through the parent portal every Tuesday evening as grades are updated Tuesday mornings at the latest. This will continue to help us work together to ensure all CSP students are successful. Mr. Jefferson also encourages you to contact teachers if you have questions about assignments or your student needs support. Teachers have help days one hour weekly after school.

Angie O'Brien

Parents, If you are interested in ordering a class ring for your child, please see the attached QR code for ordering. If you have questions about ordering class rings, please feel free to email me.

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Parents, Please see the attached QR code to place orders for your child's cap and gown, announcements, class rings, and much more. Please keep in mind that all graduating seniors planning to participate in the commencement ceremony must wear a cap and gown. Please don't wait until the last minute to order.

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There are several two-hour early dismissals and late arrival days worked into the calendar this year. On two-hour early dismissal days, all car riders will exit the school building no later than 1:05 pm. Parents must pick their children up on time as there will be no supervision outside. The two-hour early dismissals are typically planned so that staff can participate in professional development. On two-hour late arrival days, all car riders are to be dropped off between 10:00-10:15 am. Students are to be in class in their seats and ready to start the day at 10:20 am. There is a copy of the two-hour late arrival and early dismissal schedules attached for your reference.

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Given that we remain in a pandemic and our focus must be on the instruction of our students, visitors to our school will be permitted only on a limited basis and only by appointment. We ask that families and community members work with us to help fulfill our main goal: to keep the school open and fully functioning in the safest manner possible throughout the school year. ● If you need to schedule an appointment and are unsure whom to contact, please email Ms. Obrien AOBRIEN@MYCSP.ORG, and she will assist you. As much as we miss you all visiting the building, we are unable to honor that request at this time. ● If you are visiting the building, you must park in a parking space. Please do not park on the curb outside the main entrance.

Angie O'Brien

Parents, Drawstring Bags Water Bottles - Students are permitted and encouraged to bring a water bottle and drawstring bag with them to school each day. Drawstring bags are allowed to be carried throughout the day without having to be placed in the locker like backpacks.

Angie O'Brien

Hi CSP Parents, Please see below regarding details on Chesapeake Science Point's NO REPEAT policy. If you have questions and/or concerns regarding this matter, please reach out to your child's school counselor. CSP continues to provide a rigorous and quality education to all students. It has always been our goal to improve upon past practices, find new ways to engage students and make learning something students enjoy. We also believe that high school students need to put forth that same effort in order to become successful adults; therefore, CSP is Repeat Free. If a student receives an E in a required high school course, the class will have to be repeated in an alternate program such as summer school, evening school and twilight school. These programs are available for students to make up credits in courses that they were not successful in the first time; classes at CSP are for students taking them for original credit. If a student does not make up the failed class in one of these alternative programs, there is a chance that we will not be able to schedule the student for the classes required for graduation and the student will have to take classes at CSP for more than four years.

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Congratulations to the following students who all received a positive behavior referral from their grade level teams. Keep up the great work! 7th Grade Lowyn Dennis 8th Grade Braylon Faison Awesome work!

Thank you! Administration

Dear Parents/Guardians, If you change your address, you must contact me with the new address. Depending on your circumstances, I will let you know what documents you need to provide. This is an AACPS policy regardless of what school you attend. You must be an Anne Arundel resident to continue in AACPS. If your child rides the bus, you will also need to contact Ms. Carre to let her know so she can check to see if the bus services your new address. Her email address is kcarre@mycsp.org Please feel free to email me if you have questions or need additional information,

June Calvert

Parents/guardians/seniors, Please see the attached information and a sample application on the scholarship opportunities offered to seniors. The deadline to apply is December 20, 2021.

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Seniors, Please see the link below for scholarship opportunities with deadlines between now and January 1: https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?tab=rm&ogbl#inbox/FMfcgzGllCcNJNjhgngfDtCJkgJtDDvV

CSP Counseling Team Mrs. Siwicki: A-L Grades 6-12 (jsiwicki@mycsp.org) Mrs. Shepherd: M-Z Grades 6-12 (mshepherd@mycsp.org)

The School of Business at Stevens Institute of Technology is offering a paid virtual summer research program for high school students. In this six-week program, students will have the opportunity to work alongside a faculty member from the School of Business and assist them with research in their area of study such as entrepreneurship, marketing, management, economics, and finance. At the conclusion of the program students will complete both a written and oral presentation. The written report will include a literature review, and the oral presentation will include a 5-minute video of a PowerPoint presentation detailing their research findings. The program will run from July 1, 2022 - August 12, 2022, and students will receive a $500 stipend after completing the program. Eligibility - Applicants must currently be in their junior year of high school (no exceptions). Access application form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeN2T14m3IZJiR7nAr0XsYCUg7tKg5Ss4DEsOkHZiNYwlyK-g/viewform The completed Google application form which will include all of the following items: 1-page essay in which you describe yourself and detail what you hope to gain from this experience a copy of your current resume a copy of your unofficial high school transcript one letter of recommendation from a teacher, a guidance counselor, or a work supervisor ***Applications are due by February 1, 2022. Applicants will be notified by March 15, 2022. Sincerely, Lindsay Hartelius Assistant Director of Undergraduate Outreach and Reputation School of Business Stevens Institute of

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Any student who wishes to receive high school credit for any dual credit AACC class they have taken must present an official transcript from AACC to their counselor. The Registrar’s Office at AACC can assist you with obtaining an official transcript. If you have any questions, please contact your counselor.

CSP Counseling Department Mrs. Shepherd (mshepherd@mycsp.org) & Mrs. Siwicki (jsiwicki@mycsp.org) 443-757-5277

SENIORS & PARENTS, Sending along your bi-weekly reminder to fill out the FAFSA form for you senior if you haven't yet. Even if you feel your family doesn't qualify for aid - your child will NOT be considered for ACADEMIC scholarships if you do not fill out the FAFSA form. Please see additional information below! What is the FAFSA form? Before each year of college, apply for federal grants, work-study, and loans with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. Your college uses your FAFSA data to determine your federal aid eligibility. Many states and colleges use FAFSA data to award their own aid. After submission, you’ll receive your Student Aid Report. Review Your Aid Offer Your aid offer explains the types and amounts of aid a college is offering you, and your expected costs for the year. If you’ve been accepted to multiple colleges, compare the costs and aid offers. Accept the aid from the school that's best for you and inform them of other sources of aid (such as scholarships) you expect to receive. Get Your Aid Time to go to school! Your financial aid office will apply your aid to the amount you owe your school and send you the remaining balance to spend on other college costs. One of the requirements to maintain financial aid eligibility is that you must make satisfactory academic progress. And don’t forget to complete a FAFSA® form each year! Federal Student Aid staff members have been busy updating FAFSA resources for you. You'll find resources, updates, and talking points on the Financial Aid Toolkit site. For links to popular FAFSA materials, visit FinancialAidToolkit.ed.gov/fafsa-updates. If you have questions regarding the FAFSA form, please reach out to Renee Booker (financial aid advisor from AACC) at rlbooker1@aacc.edu.

CSP Counseling Department Mrs. Shepherd (mshepherd@mycsp.org) & Mrs. Siwicki (jsiwicki@mycsp.org) 443-757-5277

Hi Juniors & Seniors! It’s no secret that most college applications require you to submit your SAT or ACT score, making taking the exam an absolute must. In addition to it being a requirement, colleges and universities receive thousands of applications every year. The scores on the SAT and ACT allow them to narrow down the playing field and make decisions on acceptance. In addition to your college applications, your SAT and ACT scores can be used to apply for scholarships. These are sometimes merit based scholarships, granted directly from your choice of college during the application process. Others may be from local, state, or regional programs where your grades, academic achievements, and score affect your eligibility. We wanted to stress the importance of taking the SAT and/or ACT more than once. Studies show that students typically receive a higher score the second time they sit for the test. It would be most beneficial to take the SAT and/or ACT your junior year, then again your senior year. If you receive free or reduced lunch, you qualify for a fee waiver. The counselors have them available in their offices. Please see attachment for 2021-22 testing dates. You may register for the SAT on collegeboard.org. See your counselor with any additional questions.

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Juniors and seniors, Please see the attachment for information concerning internship opportunities. Some due dates are fast approaching. National Internship Opportunities 20212022.docx

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We invite any high school or college-age student who dreams of being a more confident and better prepared learner to explore our summer programs. https://www.landmark.edu/summer/high-school-programs Financial aid is available in most programs to qualifying students. A diagnosed learning disability is not required to participate in our summer programs. Putney, Vermont Programs High School Summer Program Who Should Attend? Rising high school juniors and seniors who find it challenging to keep pace academically and want an introduction to college. July 9 – 30, 2022 Cost: $5,785—Traditional Track Cost: $6,960—Social Pragmatics Track (includes room, board, and activities) Landmark College’s High School Summer Program introduces students to skills and strategies that will help them prepare for college-level work. During the 3-week program, students will experience a learning community focused on their success. Our Social Pragmatics Track is designed for students who need additional support in making friends, adapting to new sensory environments, and finding community. Summer College Readiness Program Who Should Attend? Recent high school graduates preparing to enter college in the fall. (Admission to a college other than LC is required to participate.) July 17 – 30, 2022 Cost: $3,920 (includes room, board, and activities) Students are immersed in a living and learning experience that offers a taste of college-level work and the challenges they will encounter as new college students. The 2-week program focuses on preparing recent high school graduates to transition to their crucial first semester of college. Summer Bridge Experience Who Should Attend? Current college students who are struggling to find solid academic success. July 10 – August 13, 2022 Cost: $8,150 (includes room, board, and most activities; physical education courses are an additional cost) This 5-week program is for bright and talented students from colleges and universities around the country, who study and work hard — but struggle to find solid academic success. This program helps students develop the comprehension, writing, and executive function skills needed to return to their home college and find success. Participating students can earn up to 3 college credits, depending on their chosen area of study. Online Programs 5-Day Online Boot Camp July 18 – 22, 2022 Cost: $1,850 This intensive online program supports new and current college students who want to be better prepared and more confident as they start their Fall semester. Students will learn the science behind attention, memory, and motivation. Based on that knowledge, they'll develop specific strategies and technologies to support skills that are critical to success in college: note-taking, reading, writing, memory, and organization. Get in touch with me to learn more about the right options and check that summer planning item off your New Year’s to-do list. Sincerely, Carroll Paré Senior Director for Outreach, Partnerships, and Short-Term Programs cpare@landmark.edu 802-387-6885

CSP Counseling Department Mrs. Shepherd (mshepherd@mycsp.org) & Mrs. Siwicki (jsiwicki@mycsp.org) 443-757-5277

Hi Juniors & Seniors! It’s no secret that most college applications require you to submit your SAT or ACT score, making taking the exam an absolute must. In addition to it being a requirement, colleges and universities receive thousands of applications every year. The scores on the SAT and ACT allow them to narrow down the playing field and make decisions on acceptance. In addition to your college applications, your SAT and ACT scores can be used to apply for scholarships. These are sometimes merit based scholarships, granted directly from your choice of college during the application process. Others may be from local, state, or regional programs where your grades, academic achievements, and score affect your eligibility. We wanted to stress the importance of taking the SAT and/or ACT more than once. Studies show that students typically receive a higher score the second time they sit for the test. It would be most beneficial to take the SAT and/or ACT your junior year, then again your senior year. If you receive free or reduced lunch, you qualify for a fee waiver. The counselors have them available in their offices. Please see attachment for 2021-22 testing dates. You may register for the SAT on collegeboard.org. See your counselor with any additional questions.

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SENIORS! Please see attachment in regards to deadline dates for colleges. If the school(s) you are interested in are not listed on this excel sheet, please go to the schools website and look up "application deadlines." Many Early Action & Early Decision deadlines are Nov 1, Nov 15th, December 1st or December 15th - you have ONE LAST CHANCE IF YOU ARE SUBMITTING AN EARLY ACTION DEC 15TH APPLICATION! Please be sure that your application is completed ON TIME! If you have questions, see your counselor. ED applicants -Apply early (usually in November) to first-choice college. -Receive an admission decision from the college well in advance of the usual notification date (usually by December). -Agree to attend the college if accepted and offered a financial aid package that is considered adequate by the family. -Apply to only one college early decision. -Apply to other colleges under regular admission plans. -Withdraw all other applications if accepted by ED. -Send a nonrefundable deposit well in advance of May 1. EA applicants -Apply early. -Receive an admission decision early in the admission cycle (usually in January or February). -Consider acceptance offer; do not have to commit upon receipt. -Apply to other colleges under regular admission plans. -Give the college a decision no later than the May 1 national response date.

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Army ROTC scholarships are available and students should begin their applications now. Army ROTC provides full tuition and fees (or $10K for room and board) scholarships to over 2000 high school students each year. We intend to continue to sustain that same level of commitment into 2022. In addition to the tuition and fees, the scholarship pays $1200 annually for books and a stipend of $420 per months (for up to 10 months a year.) I have provided links to several resources. One is the Army ROTC overview. It explains, in general terms, the basic eligibility and benefits for the program. The other two items are a resource that you can use to assist the students in preparing for college and taking the ACT/SAT. These tools provide a great way for students to use their spare time to improve test scores. All are easily downloaded by clicking the links below. Army ROTC Information: https://offload.goarmy.com/content/dam/goarmy/emm/attachments/Army_ROTC_Info_SY22-23.pdf March 2 Success Program: https://offload.goarmy.com/content/dam/goarmy/emm/attachments/March2Success.pdf If you have specific questions, feel free to email us at usarmy.knox.usacc.mbx.train2lead@mail.mil and we will get back with you quickly. David C. Snow COL, Aviation Director, Recruiting Marketing and Incentives Division US Army Cadet Command

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JUNIORS & SENIORS! Scholarships and grants are helpful ways to fund your college education. They provide you with free money that can go towards tuition or other educational expenses. To find and apply for scholarships, sign up for Going Merry (https://www.goingmerry.com) -- it’s free! Going Merry has thousands of national, regional, and local scholarships. There are also opportunities for every grade level, from freshmen to seniors. To sign up, go to: https://app.goingmerry.com/sign-up#students You can also download the Going Merry mobile app (and sign up that way) on iOS or Android. Here are some reasons why I recommend Going Merry above other scholarship sites: Scholarship bundles: You can apply to multiple scholarships using one application and the same essay prompt. Vetted scholarships: The Going Merry team periodically reviews every scholarship listing, to ensure the scholarship program is still active and the information is correct. Personal matching: Once signed up, you’ll answer a few questions to fill out a basic profile, and then get matched to scholarships that fit your background, academics, interests, etc. Clear organization: You can shortlist favorites and get deadline reminders about them. All drafts and applications are saved, and you’ll get updates on the scholarships you’ve applied to. Direct, auto-filled applications: You can apply to many scholarships directly on the site (with forms helpfully pre-filled). Financial aid applications: Seniors can also submit the FAFSA® through Going Merry, using their more user-friendly version of the government form, which they call “the FAFSA® Made Easier.” Happy applying!

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