24-25 FCHS STEM Academy Application
The FCHS STEM Academy is focused on making connections between rigorous academic core and innovative career-technical course offerings to engage students in relevant, real-world studies. Before enrolling in the STEM Academy, a student should carefully plan his/her academic and extracurricular schedule for the following year to accommodate the demands of the rigorous coursework. Once admitted to the STEM courses, a student is expected to remain in the class for the duration of the course. Annual STEM Competitions are a requirement of the STEM Academy. STEM includes Advanced Placement classes that require a tremendous outside commitment of time and energy, and the level of the material is on a level appropriate for college freshmen. Course descriptions and course requirements are outlined on the College Board website. By submitting this application for the STEM Academy I understand that all statements of support are confidential and all rights to access the statements are waived by both the student and parents. Two teacher evaluations are required from the applicants current Science and Math teacher. Please ask your current science and math teacher to find the link on the FCHS STEM Webpage or provide them the following link. https://www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/Page/51770 Please note this is a competitive application process, much like a college admission application. It is HIGHLY recommended that you review all questions before answering. A copy of all answers should be kept in case any changes are needed to be made before the deadline. No changes will be made after the deadline If you have any questions about this application please contact Marla Hatfield at mhatfield@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Student Information:
Name:
Preferred Name:
Date of Birth:	April 2024 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 14 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 15 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 16 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 17 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 18 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 19 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec TodayClear Invalid value Loading…
Student ID:
Preferred Email:	(not school email address)
Preferred Phone No:
Home Address:
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Parent/Guardian Information:

Name:   Email Address: Cell Phone:

School Information:
Currently enrolled at:	[Select One] Alliance Academy Denmark High School DeSana Middle School East Forsyth High School Forsyth Central High School Hendricks Middle School Lakeside Middle School Lambert High School Liberty Middle School Little Mill Middle School North Forsyth High School North Forsyth Middle School Other Otwell Middle School Piney Grove Middle School Riverwatch Middle School South Forsyth High School South Forsyth Middle School Vickery Creek Middle School West Forsyth High School
High School districted to attend:	[Select One] Denmark High School East Forsyth High School Forsyth Central High School Lambert High School North Forsyth High School South Forsyth High School West Forsyth High School
8th Grade Math Information:
Math Course:
Math Teacher:
Math Grade:	95-100    90-94    85-89    80-84    below 80
8th Grade Science Information:
Science Course:
Science Teacher:
Science Grade:	95-100    90-94    85-89    80-84    below 80

ELA Course:		Social Studies Course:
ELA Teacher:		Social Studie Teacher:
ELA Grade:		Social Studies Grade:

STEM Pathway Preference:
	Biotechnology
	Computer Science
	Engineering
	Undecided
	Other:
What extracurricular activities do you plan on participating in next year at FCHS:

Intellectual Promise:	[Select One] No Basis Below Average Average Good Very Good (well above average) Excellent (top 10% of peers) Outstanding (top 5% of peers) One of the top (top 1% of peers)
Academic Achievement:	[Select One] No Basis Below Average Average Good Very Good (well above average) Excellent (top 10% of peers) Outstanding (top 5% of peers) One of the top (top 1% of peers)
Quality of Writing (not neatness):	[Select One] No Basis Below Average Average Good Very Good (well above average) Excellent (top 10% of peers) Outstanding (top 5% of peers) One of the top (top 1% of peers)
Creative Thoughts:	[Select One] No Basis Below Average Average Good Very Good (well above average) Excellent (top 10% of peers) Outstanding (top 5% of peers) One of the top (top 1% of peers)
Productive Discussions:	[Select One] No Basis Below Average Average Good Very Good (well above average) Excellent (top 10% of peers) Outstanding (top 5% of peers) One of the top (top 1% of peers)
Faculty Respect:	[Select One] No Basis Below Average Average Good Very Good (well above average) Excellent (top 10% of peers) Outstanding (top 5% of peers) One of the top (top 1% of peers)
Disciplined Habits:	[Select One] No Basis Below Average Average Good Very Good (well above average) Excellent (top 10% of peers) Outstanding (top 5% of peers) One of the top (top 1% of peers)
Maturity:	[Select One] No Basis Below Average Average Good Very Good (well above average) Excellent (top 10% of peers) Outstanding (top 5% of peers) One of the top (top 1% of peers)
Motivation:	[Select One] No Basis Below Average Average Good Very Good (well above average) Excellent (top 10% of peers) Outstanding (top 5% of peers) One of the top (top 1% of peers)
Leadership:	[Select One] No Basis Below Average Average Good Very Good (well above average) Excellent (top 10% of peers) Outstanding (top 5% of peers) One of the top (top 1% of peers)
Integrity:	[Select One] No Basis Below Average Average Good Very Good (well above average) Excellent (top 10% of peers) Outstanding (top 5% of peers) One of the top (top 1% of peers)
Reaction to Setback:	[Select One] No Basis Below Average Average Good Very Good (well above average) Excellent (top 10% of peers) Outstanding (top 5% of peers) One of the top (top 1% of peers)
Concern for Others:	[Select One] No Basis Below Average Average Good Very Good (well above average) Excellent (top 10% of peers) Outstanding (top 5% of peers) One of the top (top 1% of peers)
Self Confidence:	[Select One] No Basis Below Average Average Good Very Good (well above average) Excellent (top 10% of peers) Outstanding (top 5% of peers) One of the top (top 1% of peers)
Initiative:	[Select One] No Basis Below Average Average Good Very Good (well above average) Excellent (top 10% of peers) Outstanding (top 5% of peers) One of the top (top 1% of peers)
Overal Evaluation:	[Select One] No Basis Below Average Average Good Very Good (well above average) Excellent (top 10% of peers) Outstanding (top 5% of peers) One of the top (top 1% of peers)

Short Answer Section: (some of these questions require a written response. Please keep your responses clear and concise.)

Briefly describe two interesting things about yourself:  (300 character limit)

Describe a favorite learning experience of yours and the impact it has had on you. This question is not necessarily related to grades or school: (300 character limit)

We want to learn a little more about you. Please ask your 8th grade Science and Math teachers to fill out the recommendation form that will be sent to him/her after you submit your application. Please enter the teacher's information below: Name:   Email: Name:   Email:

Student Video or Essay:

Please complete either a video or essay using one of the prompts listed in step 3, of the Video/Essay Instructions from the link below: video/essay instructions

VIDEO OPTION: Please copy your YouTube link here. Make sure the privacy setting on your video is “Unlisted.” This is a crucial for safety reasons. If you elect to do the essay instead, please proceed to the next section and type "No Video" in the box below.

ESSAY OPTION: The video option is preferred; however, if you choose not to do the video, complete the application by composing an essay using the one of the prompts listed in the link above. Please complete the essay in the text box below.

Application Certification:

-	I authorize Forsyth County Schools to release information related to my child’s academic and attendance records to the STEM Academy Coordinator, and I agree that Forsyth County Schools and its agents will be absolved of any responsibility in connection with such a release.
-	I certify that the facts contained in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and understand that, if selected for this program, falsified statements may be grounds for removal. I authorize investigation of all statements contained herein, the references listed in this application, and release all parties from liability for any damage that may result from furnishing the same to the STEM Academy Coordinator.
-	If I am accepted into the STEM Academy, I will:
	- commit to participate for the entire school year. - take advantage of every opportunity to improve my knowledge, skills and efficiency in the classroom.

I agree  to all of the above.	Type Student Full Name:
I give my child permission to apply for the FCHS STEM Academy.
	Type Parent/Guardian Full Name:
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If you have any issues with this form, please email: applicationhelp@forsyth.k12.ga.us
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