06-06-2009, 05:08 PM
An article I just read on the Daily Herald.
First Schuler Scholars graduate from Round Lake HS
By Thomas Edwards
Published: 6/6/2009 12:00 AM
Stefanie Fuentes is among 17 Round Lake High School seniors who made school history last week when they accepted diplomas as Schuler Family Foundation Scholars.
Round Lake's first batch of Schuler Scholars are heading to top-notch schools like Brown University and Johns Hopkins University. Fuentes will attend Pomona University in the fall, becoming the first in her family to go to college.
"I was part of the first Schuler class so nobody knew what to expect from it, but it has really opened my eyes," she said. "We have grown and the school has grown with us."
The original Round Lake Schuler Scholars say they have encouraged and motivated fellow students to seize the opportunities a college education can provide.
Notre Dame-bound Susan Tith said she and fellow scholars have helped to "spread the word" by sharing their knowledge of the college search process.
"We've told the others, 'Hey you're smart, and you can achieve what you want to achieve,'" she said. "The teachers have seen this and they have helped them too."
Round Lake is one of four Lake County high schools receiving Schuler funding, and officials say it has created a presence that has changed the way every student thinks about their college admission chances.
"The Foundation has helped create a high school culture that values higher education among our entire student population," said District 116 Chief Financial Officer James Tenbusch. "They bring in a whole new dimension of assistance for our students."
Schuler will bring more Round Lake students under its umbrella next year, with more than 90 total scholars expected between the four grade levels.
Students eligible for the Schuler program must be in the top 10 percent of their respective eighth grade class, demonstrate financial need and undergo thorough evaluation process to determine the candidates with the highest academic potential.
Each scholar partners with a Schuler Educational Counselor to improve academic performance, career skills and assistance in the college admissions process. Schuler scholars also study abroad, attend educational camps and make college visits at an average annual expenditure of $24,000 per student. Each student receives an additional $20,000 in scholarship funding during their undergraduate studies at a university.
Administrators noticed that more college representatives visited Round Lake High School this year than ever before.
Candace Browdy, executive director of the Schuler Family Foundation, praised Round Lake High School's administration for improving the availability of honors and AP courses, providing office space and fostering a strong partnership between their district and the Foundation.
The Foundation was created by former Abbott executive Jack Schuler in 2001, and also partners with Waukegan and St. Martin de Porres high schools in Waukegan, and Warren Township High School in Gurnee.
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First Schuler Scholars graduate from Round Lake HS
By Thomas Edwards
Published: 6/6/2009 12:00 AM
Stefanie Fuentes is among 17 Round Lake High School seniors who made school history last week when they accepted diplomas as Schuler Family Foundation Scholars.
Round Lake's first batch of Schuler Scholars are heading to top-notch schools like Brown University and Johns Hopkins University. Fuentes will attend Pomona University in the fall, becoming the first in her family to go to college.
"I was part of the first Schuler class so nobody knew what to expect from it, but it has really opened my eyes," she said. "We have grown and the school has grown with us."
The original Round Lake Schuler Scholars say they have encouraged and motivated fellow students to seize the opportunities a college education can provide.
Notre Dame-bound Susan Tith said she and fellow scholars have helped to "spread the word" by sharing their knowledge of the college search process.
"We've told the others, 'Hey you're smart, and you can achieve what you want to achieve,'" she said. "The teachers have seen this and they have helped them too."
Round Lake is one of four Lake County high schools receiving Schuler funding, and officials say it has created a presence that has changed the way every student thinks about their college admission chances.
"The Foundation has helped create a high school culture that values higher education among our entire student population," said District 116 Chief Financial Officer James Tenbusch. "They bring in a whole new dimension of assistance for our students."
Schuler will bring more Round Lake students under its umbrella next year, with more than 90 total scholars expected between the four grade levels.
Students eligible for the Schuler program must be in the top 10 percent of their respective eighth grade class, demonstrate financial need and undergo thorough evaluation process to determine the candidates with the highest academic potential.
Each scholar partners with a Schuler Educational Counselor to improve academic performance, career skills and assistance in the college admissions process. Schuler scholars also study abroad, attend educational camps and make college visits at an average annual expenditure of $24,000 per student. Each student receives an additional $20,000 in scholarship funding during their undergraduate studies at a university.
Administrators noticed that more college representatives visited Round Lake High School this year than ever before.
Candace Browdy, executive director of the Schuler Family Foundation, praised Round Lake High School's administration for improving the availability of honors and AP courses, providing office space and fostering a strong partnership between their district and the Foundation.
The Foundation was created by former Abbott executive Jack Schuler in 2001, and also partners with Waukegan and St. Martin de Porres high schools in Waukegan, and Warren Township High School in Gurnee.
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