Office of College & Career Readiness

College Readiness programs Application

Are you interested in our college readiness programs such as Ben Davis University High School, the Early College Career Center or AVID - Advancement Via Individual Determination?

The wayne township college readiness programs application is NOW CLOSED.

If you are interested in applying late you must be a current student in 9th grade and you must contact your school counselor to request the link to apply. Ask your counselor to email rebecca.daugherty@wayne.k12.in.us for the late application link.

Applications for the 26-27 School Year will open up to (next year's) 9th grade students in January 2026.

msd of Wayne township college readiness program descriptions

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AVID Program - Advancement Via Individual Determination

AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination)

- Nationally recognized College & Career Readiness Program through a partnership between Wayne Township and AVID.
- Core concept based on helping scholars grow in WICOR strategies.
  - Writing Skills & Vocabulary Use
  - Inquiry & Critical Thinking
  - Collaboration & Teamwork
  - Organizational Skills
  - Reading Comprehension
- AVID scholars are mentored by the AVID elective teachers & their peers.
- AVID scholars engage in tutorials to improve their study & problem solving skills
- AVID scholars engage in service learning, college visits, career-speakers, student leadership, student and family events.
- AVID scholars engage in collaboration and "FUN" activities such as Fun Friday every week!
- AVID scholars get one-on-one help with career and college exploration and planning including applying to college, applying for scholarships, and financial planning for college.
- AVID scholars have no limit on their electives or extracurriculars.
- Athletes make great AVID scholars because the program will help you with your schoolwork and study skills so you are academically eligible for sports in high school and college.
- All AVID Scholars attend the Ninth Grade Center on the Key Academy and then they attend Ben Davis High School for grades 10-12.
- Students can join the program in grades 8, 9, or 10.

Ben Davis University High School - Early College Program

Ben Davis University High School

State Endorsed Early College program where scholars take dual-credit classes to earn both high school and college credit.
Partnership between Wayne Township and Vincennes University who provides the dual credit and degrees through the program.
BDU Scholars earn a completed Associates Degree (62 college credits or 2 years of college) for FREE which can transfer to any in-state or out-of-state institution.
Associate Degree Majors include: Health Careers, Information Technology, Business, and Liberal Arts.
BDU Scholars also earn an Academic & Technical Honors Diploma.
In grades 10-12, BDU scholars attend a small school learning environment with lower student to teacher ratios, free tutoring, enrichment programs and student leadership opportunities.
BDU Scholars have their own events, intramurals, and clubs. They also have a state-winning E-sports team and an on-site and student run coffeehouse called the U-Cafe'.
BDU Scholars can earn Honors Schedule their junior and senior years allowing them to earn release periods, late arrivals, and early releases throughout the school day.
BDU does not have music (band, orchestra, choir) nor competitive sports and BDU scholars cannot participate in the Ben Davis HS sports or athletics.
BDU scholars have two required summer programs in June their freshman & junior years.
All BDU Scholars are on the University Academy at the Ninth Grade Center for their 9th grade year and then they attend Ben Davis University HS for grades 10-12.
Students can join the program in grades 9 or 10.

Early College Career Center Program at Area 31 - Early College Program

Early College Center Career Program

State Endorsed Early College program where scholars take dual-credit classes to earn both high school and college credit through the Area 31 Career Center and Ben Davis HS.
Partnership between Wayne Township and Vincennes University who provides the dual credit and degrees through the program.
ECCC Scholars earn a completed Associates Degree (62 college credits or 2 years of college) for FREE which can transfer to any in-state or out-of-state institution.
ECCC Scholars also earn an industry-level certification they can immediately apply to a career upon graduation.
Associate Degree Majors include: Pharmacy Tech, Cybersecurity, Precision Machining, and Culinary Arts.
ECCC Scholars also earn a Technical Honors Diploma.
ECCC Scholars attend classes with lower student to teacher ratios, receive free tutoring and engage in career center programs aligned with their major.
ECCC Scholars engage in co-curricular student leadership programs and have access to technology-rich classrooms and labs at the Area 31 Career Center.
ECCC Scholars can engage in extracurriculars and athletics offered at Ben Davis High School including band, orchestra, theater, choir, and more.
All ECCC Scholars are on the Vincennes Career Academy (VCA) at the Ninth Grade Center for their 9th grade year and then they attend Ben Davis HS and the Area 31 Career Center for grades 10-12.
Students can join the program in grades 9 or 10.

college readiness Virtual parent night Presentation

Thursday, January 16th 6:30-7:30pm

We had a very successful College Readiness Programs Virtual Parent Night on January 16th from 6:30-7:30pm. The slideshow and recording including the Q & A are below.

College Readiness Programs Virtual Parent Night 2025

Virtual Slideshow

College Readiness Programs Virtual Parent Night - 2025/01/16 18:09 EST - Recording

virtual recording

important application & EVENT information

Thank you for your interest in the MSD of Wayne Township College Readiness Programs!

PLEASE REVIEW ALL OF THE IMPORTANT INFORMATION BELOW.

Make sure you have completed BOTH the Student & Parent/Guardian portion of this application as failure to do so could result in our inability to process your application and move you on in the process.

The last portion of the application will be your electronic signature which will display immediately following this section.

This application will CLOSE on Monday, February 17th, 2025 - President's Day. Completing your application early ensures that you will be included in the first week of interviews. Should you miss your interview, please feel free to contact your school counselor to ensure that you are on the make-up interview list.

High School Pathways Night

When: Thursday, January 23rd 5:30-7:00pm
Where: Ben Davis High School & the Area 31 Career Center
Location: Enter into Door 2
Who: Current 9th grade students graduating in the Class of 2028
What: Pathway Presentations, Student Panel, Resource Fair including Curricular Departments & Course Materials/Offerings, Community Organizations, Colleges, Employers, and Extracurricular Opportunities
Please Note: This event is in conjunction with our Area 31 Career Center Open House!
Additional Schools/Programs Included: Ben Davis High School Athletic Department, Ben Davis University High School, Early College Career Center through BDHS/Area 31, the AVID Program, Achieve Virtual High School and the Wayne Township Adult Education Program

Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center will view a video on the College Readiness Programs during IMPACT

January 14-16, 2025
Recruitment Table at NGC Lunches on January 16th, 2025

Interviews will be held IN-PERSON at the Ninth Grade Center, WPA, & Sanders and online for Achieve Virtual High School

Thursday, February 20th & Thursday, February 27th, 2025

Selections will be finalized in March and all Students & Parent/Guardians will be notified via EMAIL by March 28th during Spring Break.

Any questions regarding your application can be directed to rebecca.daugherty@wayne.k12.in.us or renee.bosman@wayne.k12.in.us

Any questions regarding the programs or process should be directed to your school counselor.

Good luck! #WeAreWayne #CollegeBound #CollegeCareerLifeReady

LATEST NEWS & UPDATES

fREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID

The *NEW* FAFSA opens December 31st, 2023. The new FAFSA will be shorter and includes an automatic retrieval of your financial information from the state. The Indiana state deadline to file and be eligible for the 21st Century Scholarship is April 15, 2025. The Federal deadline to file is June 30, 2025. If you want to receive state aid and/or complete your 21st Century Scholar requirements you MUST complete the FAFSA by Monday, April 15th, 2025.

***File EARLY to maximize your opportunity to receive more financial aid support for college!

Wayne township fafsa nights

Are you a junior or senior that would like to learn more about the FAFSA and/or file this year? Attend one of our FAFSA Nights sponsored by INvestEd! All families are welcome and we have MANY to choose from!!!

August 28th, 2024 5:30-7:30pm - BDHS Senior College Planning Night hosted by INvestEd in the BDHS Theater
November 6th, 2024 4:30-6:00pm - BDHS Financial Aid Night hosted by INvestEd in the BDHS Theater
December 4th, 2024 6:00-7:00pm - Latino/ENL FAFSA Completion Night - BDHS Media Center *Translator's available*
January 15th, 2025 4:00-7:00pm - BDHS FAFSA Completion Night - BDHS Media Center
January 30th, 2024 5:30-7:30pm - BDU FAFSA Completion Night - Fun, Food, & FAFSA in the BDU Media Center
February 19th, 2024 4:00-7:00pm - BDHS FAFSA Completion Night - BDHS Media Center
February 28th, 2024 5:30-7:00pm - Junior College Planning Night - BDHS Commons & Media Center
March 6th, 2024 4-7pm - ***Double Event Night! BDU FAFSA Completion Night in the BDU Media Center & BDHS FAFSA Completion Night in the BDHS Media Center
April 1st, 2024 9-11:30am - BDU FAFSA Completion - Coffee, Donuts, & FAFSA in BDU Student Services
April 12th, 2024 8:30am-4:30pm - BDU FAFSA Deadline Day in BDU Student Services
April 15th, 2024 8:30am-3:15pm - BDHS FAFSA Deadline Day in the BDHS B202 & B204 Computer Labs
May 8th, 2024 10:30am-1pm - BDHS Next Steps - Do you need help interpreting your financial aids award letter? Come meet with your College Admissions Coordinator in the BDHS Media Center Loft!

Need help with the fafsa?

Schedule an appointment with your counselor or college admissions coordinator. You can also seek after hours assistance through INvestEd by going to investedindiana.org or calling (317) 715-9007.

Need to know if you are a 21st Century Scholar or what you need to do to complete the requirements for this scholarship?

Learn more about the Scholar Track Success Tasks to complete your scholarship requirements by going to https://learnmoreindiana.org/scholars/

You can also check with your school counselor to verify or email the Office of College & Career Readiness to confirm by emailing renee.bosman@wayne.k12.in.us or rebecca.daugherty@wayne.k12.in.us.

SAT & ACT Testing Information

The SAT & ACT are standardized tests that most colleges use to evaluate prospective students. Students must have a score on either the SAT or the ACT to be considered for admission. All Indiana juniors now take the SAT daytime test for state accountability and they CAN use the score to submit for college acceptance. Students who receive special services and support through an IEP or an IIP can also get testing modifications on the exam.

The best way to prepare for both the SAT and ACT is to take and work hard in rigorous classes. If additional test prep is needed, students can use the Khan Academy for SAT prep or Kaplan online for ACT prep. Both programs are available through the student’s registration page.For more free SAT resources, take a look at Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy® and our printable SAT practice tests.

Registration for both tests is online. To register for the SAT, go to www.collegeboard.org. To register for the ACT, go to www.act.org. Students without computer access can use the media center or the computers in the student services office.

SAT fee waivers are available to low-income 11th and 12th graders in the U.S.

You’re enrolled in or eligible to participate in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP).
Your annual family income falls within the Income Eligibility Guidelines set by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service.
You’re enrolled in a federal, state, or local program that aids students from low-income families (e.g., Federal TRIO programs such as Upward Bound).
Your family receives public assistance.
You live in federally subsidized public housing or a foster home or are homeless.
You are a ward of the state or an orphan.

***IMPORTANT*** Make sure your parents complete the free/reduced lunch & textbook eligibility which is now online and linked here: Child Nutrition website.

BDHS, BDU, and Achieve Virtual students who qualify for fee waivers must email their counselor to receive the waiver code which can be used for two SAT tests and four ACT tests.

If you aren’t a strong test taker and worry that your score may impact your college admission, there are many colleges that are test optional!

Earlham College, University of Evansville, Ball State University, Vincennes University, Hanover College, Saint Mary’s College, and Ivy Tech Community College are all test optional. You should strongly considering taking the SAT/ACT test however, because it increases your opportunity for acceptance based on multiple factors (test scores, grades, courses taken in high school, GPA) and will help you with eligibility for merit-based scholarships.

Need help registering for either of these tests? Schedule an appointment with your guidance counselor, or for BDHS, your college admissions counselor for assistance.

BDHS 23-24 SAT & ACT Dates

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