SILVERTHORN COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE
HIGH PERFORMER PROGRAM

PROFILE

SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS

• dedication to excellence, love of learning and community partnership
• challenges each learner to reach his or her full potential and to become a positive, responsible contributor to society
• friendly and safe environment
• dynamic, innovative programs that provide opportunities for student leadership

GOAL OF THE PROGRAM

To provide an enriched and flexible learning environment that will empower the elite performer to strive for both academic and artistic/athletic excellence.

A HIGH PERFORMER IS A STUDENT WHO:

• has been recommended by a qualified coach, instructor, teacher, or organization
• is involved at a regional, provincial, national or international level of performance
• has been approved for acceptance into the program by the Silverthorn High Performer Program Admissions Committee

THE PROGRAM INVOLVES:

• Flexible academic timetabling that reflects the needs of each individual student's academic, practice and performance schedules.
• Teaching and counseling personnel interested in assisting and monitoring elite performers in reaching their goals.
• Independent learning, co-operative education and other alternative courses to allow for flexibility in the achievement of secondary school credits.

EXPECTATIONS OF HIGH PERFORMERS ARE:

• To follow Silverthorn Collegiate's policies as outlined in the Student Handbook.
• To provide the co-ordinator with up-to-date information regarding school absence for "High Performer" activities. This information should be on club/organization letterhead, signed by coach, advisor, etc. and submitted well in advance of the absence.
• To write final examinations. The dates of semester-end exams are published in September and must be taken into account when planning training and competition schedules.
• To work closely with the Principal, the guidance counselor and subject teachers, in making alternate plans for the submission of assignments, the writing of tests, etc., which might be delayed or missed due to performance commitments. Each High Performer is expected to be a self-advocate by keeping subject teachers aware of training and competition schedules and by discussing strategies necessary to achieve success in the classroom.
• To maintain a 75% academic standing in all subject areas.

THE APPLICATION PROCESS

If you wish to apply, please do the following:

• Complete the application form. Incomplete applications will NOT be considered.
• Obtain a recommendation letter from your coach indicating information about your present performance level, future potential, attitude and other characteristics which would give us insight into your athletic talent.
• Obtain a copy of your most recent report card and a transcript of your previous grades (if applicable).
• Obtain any other appropriate information and/or recommendations (articles, ranking sheets, character references, etc.)
• Write a letter of intent indicating why you wish to apply to the High Performer Program.
• Submit application form to Silverthorn C.I. c/o Mr. Arduini. Decisions will be made by the High Performer Committee. Applicants will then be notified and an interview arranged.
• NOTE: There is a $50 application fee to be attached to the application. Please make cheque payable to Silverthorn Collegiate Institute.