Renaissance Program Overview
The
Renaissance Program has been a part of Mentor High School's
recognition of outstanding students since 1993. Each year students
are recognized for their academic achievement, their positive
attitude, and their attendance. This program allows the school to
reward students with more than just a pat on the back for their
efforts.
This national movement initiated by the Jostens' Corp. and locally
supported by Rotary of Lake County encourages
schools, local businesses, and community organizations to encourage
students to "soar to their highest potential". As you will see, the
attendance and the attitude of the students play as big a role as
grades in receiving recognition.
The recognition comes in the form of a "Renaissance Card". The
"Renaissance Card" includes discounts, rewards, or free food items
from area businesses. Also, students receive discount coupons or
free treats when the cards are distributed.
Recognition Levels
The number of student recognized at each level varies but
approximate numbers per grade level are:
|
| Category | Students |
Requirements |
|
|
| Best
of the Best | 10-20 | No tardies or absences
No referrals
All A's |
|
|
|
| Silver
Card | 150 | Three excused tardies or absences
No referrals
3.8 or better GPA |
|
|
|
| Scarlet Card | 250 | Three excused tardies or
absences
No referrals
3.5 or better GPA; or a .33 improvement from one nine weeks to the next with no F's |
Supporting the Program
Each year we request corporations and businesses to
support our efforts to build an incentive program at Mentor High
School. This year I am outlining the possible levels of support. I am
hoping businesses will see the value in this program and will show
their support with a financial donation.
A Breakfast Sponsor
A breakfast sponsor treats the
Renaissance students to a continental breakfast at the school. The
cost for these breakfasts is usually $200 to $300. It may include a
short program and then dismiss to the student center for breakfast.
A Scholarship Sponsor
A scholarship sponsor provides a
scholarship for a student attending a two-year college or technical
school. When scholarships are available, the Renaissance Program advertises the
scholarship for graduating seniors who have worked hard but may not
be attending 4 year college. The student need not be a Renaissance recipient to receive the scholarship. Each year a number of scholarships and
the amount of the scholarships vary depending on the amount of
contributions. Some businesses donate $100 to $150 and these amounts
are combined into one or two $400 or $500 scholarships.
Contact Information
Renaissance coordinator and counselor
Gary Hunter can answer any questions concerning the Renaissance
Program. Feel free to call him at 974-5315, stop by room B35, or
email Gary Hunter at hunter@mentorschools.org.
Thanks for your support.
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