According to a new law signed by Governor Rauner in August (link to article), starting in 2016-17 school year, Illinois colleges and universities must provide course credit to students who score at least a 3 on an Advanced Placement (AP) exam. AP exams are given in the first two weeks of May and are scored on a 5 point scale, 5 being the best score. According to the new law, colleges and universities will need to describe whether they will assign elective credit or course specific credit.
The new law offers MHS students and parents huge advantages. For example, MHS offers 24 different choices in AP courses in every subject matter. Within these course selections, students can choose from entry level AP courses, such as Psychology or Statistics, and AP courses which are built upon foundational courses such as Chemistry or Spanish Language. For parents, the cost for a child to take a college level course in high school may be a small as the cost of the AP exam, less than $95/test. The exam cost is a small fee in comparison to the savings in tuition cost a student can achieve.
In October, students will begin to receive information regarding course selection for the next school year. Please review the course guide and programs of study for assistance in choosing the best AP course for your child. Consult with your child’s guidance counselor in order to determine the best pathway to take advantage of this new state law. For the Class of 2016, when comparing colleges/universities, make sure to ask how the school will meet this new law.
In October, students will begin to receive information regarding course selection for the next school year. Please review the course guide and programs of study for assistance in choosing the best AP course for your child. Consult with your child’s guidance counselor in order to determine the best pathway to take advantage of this new state law. For the Class of 2016, when comparing colleges/universities, make sure to ask how the school will meet this new law.
We are also grateful for the leadership of the bipartisan group of public officials who worked for this result, including Governor Rauner and the bill's authors: Representatives Carol Sente (Vernon Hills) and Mike Fortner (West Chicago) and Senator Pat McGuire (Crest Hill).
Photographs from the past week:
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| Scarlet & Gray Scrimmage 2015 |
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| Red Rage @ Scarlet & Gray Scrimmage |
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| Students try their skill at the dunk tank while at the Back to School Bash! |
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| Students enjoy pizza and great weather at the Back to School Bash! |
Announcements
School Pictures
Underclass Yearbook pictures will be taken in the Main Gym on Wednesday, September 2. Your student will be assigned a specific time to go to the main gym. Click HERE for a picture order form.It’s not too late to schedule your senior’s class of 2016 portrait! Click HERE for more information.
Golf Outing
Come out and support the students and teachers of MHS at the Annual Scholarship Scramble on September 10! There will be fun games out on the course and lots of auction and raffle prizes up for grabs.Proceeds from this event support the MHS Community Education and Alumni Foundation and enable us to provide scholarships and classroom grants benefiting all students and teachers of MHS.Click HERE to register!
Don't have time for golf? No problem! Join us for dinner afterward. There will still be lots of auction items up for grabs. Register and check "dinner-only".
Any questions? Call (224) 475-1750.
Annual Fine Arts Festival
Mundelein’s 5th Annual Fine Arts Festival on September 12 & 13 in Kracklauer Park, 100 N. Seymour Avenue. Admission is free.
- Visit www.mundeleincommunityconnection.org for more information.
- Volunteers are needed for this event - Click HERE to volunteer!
Recognition
Shout out to MHS Band Directors Jerry Shelato and Andy Sturgeon and Varsity Football Coach Larry Calhoun for fostering school spirit! Click HERE for Chicago Tribune article.College & Career Resource Center
What college is right for you? There are great resources for finding your college fit. Check out College Board and Cappex for more information!Upcoming College Rep Visit:
Michigan State University (Mike Ford)
Monday, August 31 at 9:00 am
For a complete list of colleges visiting MHS, login to Naviance
Activities
Gaming Club
The Gaming Club's first meeting is Tuesday, September 1 at 3:30-4:30 pm in room A112. Check out their new web page.Model UN
The Model UN will be holding its first informational meeting Wednesday, September 9 at 7:10 am in room A04.Temas Latinos
Temas Latinos first meeting is Tuesday, September 1 at 3:30-4:30 pm located in the College and Career Resource Center B103.Athletics
Wednesday, September 2 is Senior Night for JV Girls Volleyball.Remember to support your Mustangs - Click HERE for all sport schedules.
Staff Spot Light
Maria Sanchez - Instructional Aide in the ELL/Bilingual Department
How long at MHS? 22 years
What college/university did you attend? Northeastern University
Hobbies/Interests: Reading, cooking, and traveling
What is your favorite part of your job? The best part is helping students who are new to this country to adapt and learn the language.
Good book recommendation? The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
You may not know...I was an exchange student at 15 years old.
What inspires you? Knowing that we have to leave a good foundation for future generations.