The core goals of the four year program are:
- to reinforce HNHS commitment to preparing intellectually competent and publicly engaged students who are ready for college
- to develop students knowledge of college admissions
- to encourage and celebrate students' contribution to their family, their school and their wider community
- to support students' plans to find purpose and personal fulfillment in their post-high school lives.
The Program begins in 9th and 10th grade with a series of workshops covering the foundations for an enriching and joyful high school and post high school life. These workshops focus on:
- expanding talents and exploring new opportunities
- developing a basic understanding of the college admission process and requirements
- creating strong presentation, public speaking, project management skills
- developing good study habits
- learning how to advocate for oneself and how to ask for help or guidance
Starting in Spring Semester of Junior year students:
- attend regular Individual meetings in which all aspects of the college admissions process are covered
- attend workshops that focus on test planning, activity lists, college search, application procedures and other important themes
- (with their families) attend evening workshops on the college process and the cost of college and how financial aid works.
In the Fall Semester of Senior year students:
- finalize their balanced college list
- complete applications
- write essays
- (with their families) attend FAFSA workshops.
In the Spring Semester of Senior year students:
- understand financial aid letters
- discuss college admittances and rank their choices
- prepare for transitioning to their post high school life.
