HighSight has grown from seven scholars in 1992 to 138 for the 2007-2008 academic year. More than 200 students have graduated from the program and attend college. This year, HighSight welcomed a freshman class of 40 scholars. More than 270 8th graders applied to join HighSight in 2007.
HighSight provides partial scholarships of $3,000-$4,000 for students to attend quality private high schools in Chicago. We rely on individuals, foundations and corporations to support program activities.
Scholars sign a contract making a commitment to maintain a B average, attend HighSight's academic program and participate in the various activities of the program. Parents must contribute a share of the tuition and participate in fundraising activities.
HighSight identifies prospective applicants through a network of schools, programs and community based organizations. Students from Chicago submit applications in their eighth-grade year.
After completing an application, students and parents are interviewed by HighSight's selection committee. Qualifying students are then awarded partial four-year scholarships based upon financial need, character, attitude and academic potential.
High School Scholarships
HighSight provides partial scholarships for students to attend quality private high schools in Chicago.
Academic Program
HighSight scholars meet three times a week with adult volunteer mentors for academic support.
College Preparation
As the goal of every HighSight scholar is to attend college, HighSight provides a number of activities to help them achieve that goal, such as ACT preparation, application workshops and college fairs and visits. In the past seven years, more than 95% of the HighSight graduates have enrolled in college.
Social and Service Outings
Each month, students and mentors participate in group outings together, such as service projects, ball games and cultural events.
Freshman Summer Program
Incoming freshmen scholars take part in an intense, five-week academic program that emphasizes reading, math, writing and study skills. The program culminates with Freshman Week, where students work on team-building and leadership development.
Finding Your Voice
This intensive summer experience is designed to assist students in improving their critical thinking, reading and writing skills. Scholars critically examine and articulate their views on contemporary and classic films and short stories using different types of academic essays.
Summer Leadership Program
During this 12 session program, scholars focus on building self-confidence, improving leadership skills and enhancing their communication skills. The course starts with a three-day retreat at the University of Notre Dame.
Finance & Career Exploration
This summer experience allows the students to explore consumerism, budgeting, saving and investing. The students also make weekly visits to professional offices in Chicago to explore different careers in real estate, law, urban planning, financial management, health care and marketing.
Living Well
During summer break, students prepare for a 5K race while also learning to make conscious, healthful decisions on a daily basis.
Independent Summer Programs
These include discovery and enrichment on college campuses around the country, outdoor adventure experiences in the United States and international travel to nations like France, Thailand, Ghana and Costa Rica.
HighSight operates as a non-profit, tax-exempt charitable organization under section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service
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