2024 Kalamazoo Area Mathematics & Science Center Upperclass Application for 2024-2025 School Year

2024 Kalamazoo Area Mathematics & Science Center Upperclass Application for 2024-2025 School Year
Application Deadline Date: May 20, 2024, 3:30 pm

Please make sure your math, science, and English teachers, and your guidance counselor know as soon as possible and well before the deadline that you are applying to KAMSC.
PART A. STUDENT INFORMATION

(THE STUDENT COMPLETES THIS PORTION)

Please complete the form below. If at any time during the application process your information changes, please contact the KAMSC Office at 269-337-0004 or email KAMSC.OFFICE@kamsc.org. Thank you!

All fields marked with "*" are required and must be completed.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Apt./Unit Number

CityState

Zip Code
In which public school district is your current residence?*
Current Grade:*

9th Grade10th Grade11th Grade
Date of Birth: *
Month/Date/Year
Student's Cell Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Student's Current Email Address: *
High School Currently Attending: *
High School you will attend in 2024-25: *
(See Eligibility Statement in "You're Invited to Consider" Brochure)

Part B - Parent/Guardian Information and Permission

(To be completed by the parent/guardians of the applying student) All parents/guardians are encouraged to read and must sign/initial the permission section below.
I am aware of my (our) student’s application for participation in the Kalamazoo Area Mathematics and Science Center program. I hereby grant permission for the KAMSC Applicant Review Panel to have access to any further scholastic information, such as school records, related to my son’s or daughter’s application for admission to the KAMSC program. I further understand that reports and evaluations that are collected for admission purposes do not become a part of my student’s permanent academic record. I hereby agree to waive access to my student’s application information, including teacher recommendations and counselor reports. Please have all parents and guardians sign.
Parent/Guardian Name *

First NameLast Name
Relationship to the Student? *
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Parent/Guardian Email Address *
Signature or Initials of Parent/Guardian*

Clear
Parent/Guardian

First NameLast Name
Relationship to Student?
Phone Number:
Please enter a valid phone number.
Parent/Guardian Email Address:
Signature or initials of Parent/guardian

Clear
Date

MonthDayYear
Date
Please describe any special circumstances of which the Applicant Review Panel should be aware when considering your application. (e.g., medical or health concerns)

Part C - Student Questionnaire

Applicant for 10th, 11th, or 12th Grade Only
Is English your second language?*

NoYes
If Yes, how long have you spoken English? Years
Part C - SHORT ESSAY QUESTIONS

Please review "How to Improve Your Application" from the KAMSC.org website. Also, remember that clear, concise expression is more important than the length of response.
#1 - Why are you applying to KAMSC?

#2 - What have you learned about yourself as a student since starting high school?

#3 - Discuss one project, activity, or event in which you have been involved in high school that best demonstrates your interest in mathematics, science and/or computer science/technology.

#5 - Think of a movie you chose to watch, recently. Why did you choose to watch this particular movie?

#6 - Describe personal character traits that would help make a student enjoy the KAMSC program.
Should be Empty:

Part B - Parent/Guardian Information and Permission