Become An OJS Scholar - Operation Jump Start

PARENTS AND STUDENTS
DO YOU FEEL LIKE YOU NEED
ADDITIONAL ACADEMIC SUPPORT?
making a
difference
Operation Jump Start (OJS) is looking
for students who are interested in going
to college! We provide 6th -12th grade
students with FREE resources which
help them reach their academic goals.
We partner them with a mentor who will
work with the student for up to 5 years!
BENEFITS OF THE PROGRAM ARE:
through
mentoring
- College Scholarships
- Free Tutoring
- Fun Monthly Activities
- Individualized Case Management
-EVERYTHING IS FREE!!!
AMONG OJS GRADUATES ...
-100% graduate on time from high school
- 80% of all graduates have either
earned a Bachelors degree or
are still persisting in school!
Follow us on TWITTER @ OJS_mentoring or on FACEBOOK @ Opjumpstart
for the latest info and events.
Office #: 562.988.2131 Fax #:562.989.4661
Address: 3515 Linden Ave. Long Beach CA 90807
email: [email protected] or visit: www.operationjumpstart.org
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OPERATION JUMP START PROGRAMS
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STUDENT REQUIREMENTS:
STUDENT REQUIREMENTS:
STUDENT REQUIREMENTS:
STUDENT REQUIREMENTS:
GRADE: 6th - 8th graders
GRADE: Rising 7th - 10th graders
GRADE: Rising 8th graders – 12th grade
GPA: ANY
GPA: 2.0 – 3.0
GPA: 3.0 or higher
GRADE: (College Access Mentoring Graduates ONLY)
1st year at 4 year college or attending community
college
GPA: 3.0 Encouraged
OTHER: NONE
OTHER: Parents without college degree
OTHER: Parents without college degree
OTHER: Must be aspiring to full-time study
QUICK SUMMARY:
QUICK SUMMARY:
QUICK SUMMARY:
QUICK SUMMARY:
School based 10-week curriculum at select
locations.
Career exploration, College terminology, goal
setting skills, time management, effective decision
making, academic planning, College options
12 month program
Mentor Match (same gender)
Serving the following zip codes: 90805, 90806, and
90813
1-5 year program
Mentor Match (same gender)
SAT/ACT Review and Exam, Career
Development/Workshops, College Scholarship
Assistance, College Tours, Cultural Workshops,
Educational Workshops, Financial Aid Workshops,
Leadership Development, Parent Workshops, Social
Programs and Community Service Programs
12 month program for BA students
Minimum 2 year program for community college
students or until eligible for transfer to a university
INCENTIVES:
INCENTIVES:
INCENTIVES:
INCENTIVES:
Fun Weekly Classes (Evidence Based Material –
“Why Try”)
Improvement of Problem Solving Skills and Self
Esteem Building
Academic Assistance
Weekly Prizes
* Eligible to enroll into Positive Futures
Mentoring (PFM) or College Access Mentoring
(CAM) if all requirements have been met
Fun Monthly Events (i.e. mini golf, beach party)
Problem Solving and Self Esteem Building courses
Rewards For Academic and Social Improvement
(i.e. $100 shopping spree, Free Computers, Free
School Supplies)
Academic Case Management
* Eligible to enroll into College Access Mentoring
(CAM) if all requirements have been met
Fun Monthly Events (i.e. mini golf, beach party)
OJS College Scholarship (for up to 5 years post
graduation)
Free Computer after your 1st year in the program
Free School Supplies Annually
Cash incentives for Academic Success (4.0 GPA)
Academic Case Management
Leadership Experience (YLC)
OJS College Scholarship (for up to 5 years post
graduation)
Free School Supplies Annually
Academic Case Management
* Upon graduation, students are automatically
enrolled into College Success
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Updated:!6/27/2013!
3515 Linden Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90807
Phone: 562-988-2131 ! Fax: 562.989.4661 ! Email: [email protected]
STUDENT APPLICATION
All applicants must present the following with their application:
• Proof of U.S. residency or citizenship (Birth Certificate)
• Most current report card
Date ______________________
Student’s Full Name: ________________________________________________________________________________
Home Address: __________________________________________City: _____________________ State:____________
Zip Code :_________ Student ID Number: _________________________ Student’s Current Grade Level: ____________
Birth date: _____________________________ Gender:
M
F
Ethnicity: ___________________________________
Language(s) spoken at home: __________________________ Student’s cell phone: (____)________________________
Student’s Email:_______________________________ Student’s home phone:(____)_____________________________
Residence Status:
Single parent
School Meal Program:
Free
Sibling Previously in program:
2 Parents
Reduced
Y
Extended Family
Foster
Other: ____________________________
None
N If yes, what is their name:____________________________________________
Academics
School: _______________________ Counselor: ______________________ Counselor phone: (____)_______________
GPA: _________________ Absences (last semester/quarter): _________________________
Have you ever received a “D” or “F”?
Yes
No If yes, which class? ______________________________________
Clubs, hobbies, activities (on or off campus), sports teams, etc.:_______________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Possible career goal(s): ______________________________________________________________________________
Personality
I would describe myself as (check any that apply to you)
__Quiet
__Shy
__Intelligent
__Talkative
__Outgoing
__Friendly
__Curious
__Fun-loving
__Confident
__Moody
__Cheerful
__Stubborn
__Sensitive
__Spiritual
__Thoughtful
__ Practical
__ Athletic
__ Reserved
__ Creative
__ Emotional
__ Ambitious
Tennis
Track
Soccer
Writing
Electronics
Boxing
Jogging
Bicycling
Volleyball
Wrestling
Crafts
Video Games
Checkers
Scuba Diving
Surfing
Board Games
Exercising
Outdoors
Acting
Repairing Cars
Astronomy
Please circle all activities below that interest you:
Painting
Reading
Music
Football
Woodcarving
Chess
Bowling
Computer
Camping
Movies
Golf
Sewing
Billiards
Fishing
Basketball
Hiking
Swimming
Martial Arts
Collecting
Museums
Skating
Politics
Cooking
Baseball
Dancing
Gardening
Photography
Hockey
Other: ___________________________________________________________________________________________
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Phone: 562-988-2131 ! Fax: 562.989.4661 ! Email: [email protected]
What do you usually do on Saturdays? __________________________________________________________________
On a scale from 1 to 10, how sure are you that you want to attend college (10 being very sure):
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Why would you want to go to college: __________________________________________________________________
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What factors do you think would stop you from going to college: ______________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Please tell us what having a mentor means to you: _________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Please give us a reason why you want to be in this program: ______________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
If you accepted into the program, what type of workshops, events, or experiences would you like to participate in:_______
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Is there anything else you want us to be aware of or want us to know about you: ________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
-------------------------------------------------------------------------STUDENT CONSENT FORM
I have read and understand and support the goals of Operation Jump Start. As a Scholar, I look forward to being matched
with a person who will be an adult friend and who will be my Mentor until I finish high school. I agree to follow all written
rules and abide by all program obligations as presented.
Sincerely,
_______________________
Student Signature
_____________________________
Print name
______________________
Date
PARENT/GUARDIAN CONSENT FORM
I/we have read and do understand and support the goals of Operation Jump Start. I/we believe that my/our daughter/son,
_____________________________ will benefit from being an Operation Jump Start Scholar. I/we understand that as a
Scholar, my/our daughter/son will be matched with a Mentor and participate in the Mentor Program. I/we understand the
role of the Mentor and will support the relationship between my/our child and his/her Mentor. I will ensure that my child
follows all of the written rules and obligations as presented.
Sincerely,
_______________________
Parent/Guardian Signature
____________________________
Print Name
_____________________
Date
_______________________
Parent/Guardian Signature
____________________________
Print Name
_____________________
Date
Approved by: ______________________________
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3515 Linden Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90807
Phone: 562-988-2131 ! Fax: 562.989.4661 ! Email: [email protected]
PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION
Parent/Guardian 1:
Full name: ____________________________________ Relationship to applicant: _______________________________
Employer: __________________________ Work phone: (___)_______________Cell phone: (___)__________________
E-mail: ________________________________ Did you graduate from high school?
Did you graduate from college?
Yes
Yes
No
No If yes, what level of college did you complete:_________________________
Which language are you most comfortable speaking: ____________________________
Parent/Guardian 2:
Full name: ____________________________________ Relationship to applicant: _______________________________
Employer: __________________________ Work phone: (___)_______________Cell phone: (___)__________________
E-mail: ________________________________ Did you graduate from high school?
Did you graduate from college?
Yes
Yes
No
No If yes, what level of college did you complete:_________________________
Which language are you most comfortable speaking: ____________________________
List the names, ages, and the schools of all the children in your household:
Name
Age
High School
Do you currently have health insurance for your child?
Yes
Has your child ever been involved with any legal systems?
Yes
College
No If yes, please list:___________________________
No If yes, please describe below:
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Please give us the contact information of 2 people that we will be able to reach if you are unavailable:
Alternate Contact 1:
Full name: ____________________________________ Relationship to applicant: _______________________________
Address: _____________________________________ City: ______________ State:_______ Zip Code:______________
Home Phone: (___)___________________ Work phone: (___)_______________Cell phone: (___)__________________
Alternate Contact 2:
Full name: ____________________________________ Relationship to applicant: _______________________________
Address: _____________________________________ City: ______________ State:_______ Zip Code:______________
Home Phone: (___)___________________ Work phone: (___)_______________Cell phone: (___)__________________
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3515 Linden Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90807
Phone: 562-988-2131 ! Fax: 562.989.4661 ! Email: [email protected]
To Principal/Custodian of Student Records:
I am ______________________________the parent of _______________________________, a pupil currently enrolled
at this school. Pursuant to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act ("FERPA"), California Education Code, section
49069, and California Family Code, section 3025, I hereby request access to any and all pupil records relating to my
student maintained by the district and the school.
I hereby designate and authorize Operation Jump Start and ______________________________, a mentor from
Operation Jump Start, to act as my agents in this regard and grant them full and complete access to all such pupil records,
including but not limited to grades, attendance and other records regarding my pupil’s school information, and any online
data bases such as “School Loop.”
This request for access and authorization shall be continuous and ongoing and shall continue for the duration of my pupil’s
enrollment unless sooner revoked by me in writing.
Thank you for your anticipated prompt compliance with this request.
Student Name: _________________________________ Student School ID Number:______________________________
Student SSN: _________________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature: _____________________________
_____________________________________
Designation and authorization accepted by
OJS Representative
________________
Date
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