Bridges

Bridges is a program just for you to help you explore your interests, skills, and goals as they relate to careers and college planning. This fun and educational program can give you information about jobs, help you make career decisions based on interests, education and earnings, and can help you get information about colleges and majors. Don’t wait another day to start planning your future! See your counselor with any questions about the program.
                   
Read below for instructions on how to log on. Once you are in, make sure to create your own login and password to so you can return to your unique portfolio!

Bridges Website Instructions

Careers

Career Information
Your Counselors have great information on Career planning, and can also give you access to the career and college planning program called Bridges. This program can help you find a career direction for yourself, and can help in planning the next step in that direction. Your Counselor can help you explore various career programs and many other related activities. Come into the Counseling office and make an appointment with your Counselor!
 
Career Exploration and Research Tools
 
Mapping Your Future
On this site, you'll find information to help you plan your career, select a school and plan for your future.  
 
America's Career Information Net
Find out about the general job market, wages and trends, as well as skills and abilities required for specific occupations and career information unique to your state.
America's Job Bank
Provides career opportunities, descriptions, job search tips and career trend information.
 
Bridges-This is an interactive internet tool used by students, Counselors, and Business Education teachers.  Choices Explorer will help students determine their best education and career options.  Students will have the ability to explore over 900 unique careers, and use the Career Finder to narrow down hundreds of careers to match the characteristics they want.   Click the Bridges link to get started!
Careers
If it's about your career - it's here!!! This site has a comprehensive listing of different careers and related information.
Career View
Here you will find information on how to find the job right for you.   In addition to resources that can help you locate career opportunities, it includes information on resume writing, interviewing skills, best-paying and fastest growing fields and careers.
Chicago Jobs
A comprehensive job board brought together by major local newspapers covering the employment scene in and around Chicago! The site focuses exclusively on careers in the Chicagoland area.
Job Profiles
Experienced workers share the rewards and stressful parts of their jobs, basic skills required, challenges of the future, and advice on entering the field.
Local Jobs
 
Enter your zip code and search a list of local jobs or sign up to receive job openings via email. 
Occupational Outlook Handbook
This is an excellent starting place to search for employment information on specific occupations based on data supplied by the federal government
Resume Writing
This site has the essential information that should be included in your high school resume. 
Click here to see samples of High School resumes
 
Some other interesting career sites are:
Discover Nursing- http://www.discovernursing.com
Game Design and Development- http://www.igda.org
What Color is your Parachute? http://www.jobhuntersbible.com/

Military Information
Air Force ROTC 
http://www.afrotc.com                                                                               
Air National Guard                                                                                http://www.goang.com
Army National Guard                                                                      http://www.arng.army.mil
Army ROTC                                                                                    http://www.armyrotc.com
Military Career Guide Online                                                       
http://todaysmilitary.com
Military Careers                                                                  http://www.militarycareers.com
Military Opportunities                                                                http://www.myfuture.com
Selective Service Online Registration                                                      http://www.sss.gov
U.S. Army                                                                                           http://www.goarmy.com
U.S. Air Force                                                                                    
http://www.airforce.com
U.S. Coast Guard                                                                       http://www.gocoastguard.com
U.S. Marines                                                                                         http://www.marines.com
U.S. Navy
http://www.navy.com
 
Vocational Schools
RWM provides a database of Private Postsecondary Vocational Schools in all 50 states. It is organized first by State, then by Training Occupation.

Class of 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013

Graduation Requirements for the Class of 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013
 
Prior approval must be obtained for all courses taken outside of District 401 to assure they meet our academic standards and curricular expectations.
 
A minimum of 26 credits is required for graduation from Elmwood Park High School
 
ALL STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO TAKE THE PSAE EXAM
 
Every student must meet the following basic requirements:
 
1.         English - 4 credits
 
2.         Mathematics - 3 credits
 
3.         Science-3 credits
 
4.         Social Studies - 2 credits
 
5.         Writing-1 credit
 
6.         Health Education - .5 credit
 
7.         Physical Education  - 4 credits
 
8.         Driver Education (not required)       .5 credit
a.         Sophomore students will take Driver Education and Effective Communication.
b.         Driver Education taken during the school year receives .5 unit of credit.
c.         Students taking Driver Education in summer school will not receive credit.
 
9.         In order to qualify for graduation, every student must successfully pass an examination on the Declaration of Independence, the Flag of the United States, Constitution of the United States, and the Constitution of the State of Illinois.
 
10.       All students must have one credit from the following areas:  Art, Music, Family and Consumer Science or Industrial Technology.  
 
11.        All students must have two credits from the following: Business Education, Foreign Language or Computer Programming.
 12. Students may meet the State Consumer Education requirement by passing either the State Proficiency Test or the Cooperative Education Seminar, or Business Skills for  Consumer Success.
 
English -  4 credits
 
9th Grade 
English 9
English 9A
English 9C
 
10th Grade          
English 10
English 10A
English 10C
 
11th Grade
English 11
English 11A
English 11C
 
12th Grade          
Sr Writing/Sr Literature
Sr Writing/Sr Literature A
AP English
 
Writing -  1 credit
 
9th Grade           
Effective Communication I
 
10th Grade        
Effective Communication II
 
Physical Education - 4 credits
 
9th Grade          
PE I/II
 
10th Grade          
PE III/IV
 
11th Grade          
PE V/VI
Junior Leaders
Aerobics
Life Fitness
Lifetime Sports
 
12th Grade          
PE VII/VIII
Senior Leaders
Aerobics
Life Fitness
Lifetime Sports

Health - .5 credit
               
9th Grade            
Health
 
Social Studies - 2 credits
10th Grade            
World History 
World History A                    
World History C
 
11th Grade
U.S. History  
U.S. History A            
U.S. History C
 
Mathematics-3 credits          
9th Grade            
Bridges Math
Algebra Concepts and Skills
Algebra I
CPM I
 
10th Grade          
Geometry
Geometry Concepts and Skills
CP Math II
 
11th Grade          
Algebra II
Algebra II Concepts and Skills
CPM III
 
Science - 3 credits          
9th Grade            
Biology C
Physical Science                             
Biology
Biology IA
 
10th Grade          
Physical Science G
Biology 
Chemistry
Chemistry IA
 
11th Grade          
Environmental Science C
Chemistry
Physics
Physics IA  
                       

Art/Music/Dual Credit - 1 credit
Student/parent may chose from the list of electives
 

Business/Foreign Language/Computer Programming - 2 credits
Student/parent may chose from the list of electives
 

Consumer Education - .5 credit
One of the following: 
·     Business Skills
·     Cooperative Education Seminar
Passing State Proficiency Test  
 
 
 

College Application

College Requirements
Most four-year schools set basic high school course requirements for admittance.  When formulating your high school schedule, keep these in mind. Make sure you plan ahead with the college planning timeline.

• Four years of English
• Three years of Mathematics
• Three years of Science
• Three years of Social Science
• Two Years of Foreign Language

College Application Procedures
Apply early! The Guidance Office asks that you allow two weeks to process and mail your college applications - so check individual college/university application deadlines and plan your timing with those dates in mind.

• Many applications are available from your counselor but we encourage students to apply on-line through the college web-site.
• Students should bring their completed and signed application, letters of recommendation, and transcript request forms to the guidance counselor.
• Make sure you have a check or money order payable to the college for the application fee.
• The registrar will attach a transcript, school profile, and mail the application.
• Typically, the earlier you apply, the quicker the response time of the college.
• If applying to a selective college/university, be sure to have several second choice schools in mind. Be aware of any special deadlines these schools might have.
• If asking for a letter of recommendation from a teacher, be sure to give a least one week lead time. Also provide the recommender with an up-to-date resume, and be sure to thank them.
• Questions? Stop by the Guidance Office to ask your counselor!]

Transcript Release Forms - Must be completed and returned to the counseling office with ALL COLLEGE APPLICATIONS

College Essays - Download the guide on Writing the Perfect College Essay

College Decisions

College Decision Making Tips
 
Consider these things:

• How big is it?
  
  • How many students attend the school?
  • What is the average class size?
  • How far would I have to walk between classes or to get to my dorm?
• Where is it located?
  
  • Is it too far away from home or not far enough?
  • What is the surrounding community like and would I be comfortable living there?
• Does the college offer the things that you are interested in? 
  
  • Does it have the major you are considering? 
  • What kinds of clubs/organizations or sports does it have?
• What are the facilities like?
  
  • Will I need to buy a computer or are their several computer labs?
  • How about internet access?
  • Does it have a fitness center, theater, radio station etc.?
• Could I live comfortably?
  
  • How are the food services? 
  • How big are the dorm rooms and what do they look like?

 
Talk to people you know:

• Talk to your school counselor
• Ask your parents, teachers, coaches, etc.  Find out what their college experiences were like and why they chose the college they attended

 
Carefully review your Financial Aid Awards:

• Compare how much you will be receiving as grants/scholarships, how much you will be taking in loans, and how much money you will need out-of-pocket

 
Visit the campus again:

• Call the admissions office and set up a tour

 
Make your decision:

• Notify the campus immediately once you have made your decision (most schools have a May 1st deadline)

Notify the campuses you will NOT be attending so they can offer admittance to students on their wait list  

College Search

College Search Sites - These sites are provided as links so you can do your own search for Colleges and additional training and education. Included is a little general info as to what to expect, but students need to be committed to spend some time to learn to use these sites, and access the information. Be sure to ask your Counselor for help, or suggestions!

• Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) is an arm of the State of Illinois, designed to provide help and information to Illinois students and their families. They have 2 sites that are useful to students and parents. One is called the College Zone, which is a search and information site, and the second is called ISAC Online, which provides links to lots of other places to get specific information on student and parent issues, especially focusing on Financial Aid.
• CollegeView - One of the most versatile search sites for college information and other links. Managed by Hobson's. Contains College Search and Scholarship Search.
• Making It Count - This is a private, but not for profit organization which seeks and receives Corporate sponsorship. That means that you will see ads for various companies, but the "agenda" for those writing the page is to provide unbiased info.
• The College Board - The producers of the SAT Test, AP Tests and a lot of info related to colleges and the college search process, not just college searches.
• Peterson's Guide - Peterson's has published a directory of Colleges for many years, this is the net version. This site also has some features to help students plan for College, and prepare for Tests.
• CollegeXpress - Owned and maintained by the Private Colleges and Universities Magazine. It also lists other resources (especially publication) that provide information, especially for Private colleges.
• At The U - A private company called "Nelnet" publishes this site. They provide some information and a lot of services (including book, supplies and College monogrammed stuff) through their "Campus Store" through which you are free to purchase supplies. The info is free, but all other stuff you must pay for.
• Fastweb - private Company that also supports the Making High School Count and Making your College Search Count programs. Fastweb is best known for their Scholarship search, but has college searches as well.
• Schools In The USA.com - Private site owned and maintained by a company referred to as the EI Group. This site is more career-focused, and provides ways of connecting career choices to College majors.
• College and University Link List - This is simply a listing of colleges (about 3,000 of them) and a link to the web sites of those colleges. If you know what college you are looking for, this will give you a short cut to the web site.

Technical and Vocational Schools - try this Technical Schools site for schools that specialize in the Technical areas of Information, and Industrial Service and Medical technologies. This also includes Graphic Arts, Automotive, and Manufacturing Technology. Talk to your counselor about other options in the area of Technology and Vocational training that are different than a traditional 4-year or 2-year college.

Colleges in Illinois

School	Location	Link to Webpage
Augustana College	Rock Island	http://www.augustana.edu/
Aurora University	Aurora	http://www.aurora.edu/
Benedictine University	Lisle	http://www.ben.edu/index.asp
Bradley University	Peoria	http://www.bradley.edu/
Chicago State University	Chicago	http://www.csu.edu/
Chicago Theological Seminary	Chicago	http://www.ctschicago.edu/
City Colleges of Chicago	Chicago	http://www.ccc.edu/
Columbia College Chicago	Chicago	http://www.colum.edu/
Concordia University	River Forest	http://www.curf.edu/
DePaul University	Chicago	http://depaul.edu/
DeVry University	Chicago	http://devry.edu/
Dominican University	River Forest	http://www.dom.edu/
Eastern Illinois University	Charleston	http://www.eiu.edu/
Elmhurst College	Elmhurst	http://www.elmhurst.edu/
Eureka College	Eureka	http://www.eureka.edu/
Fox College	Oak Lawn	http://www.foxcollege.edu/
Governors State University	University Park	http://www.govst.edu/
Harrington College of Design	Chicago	http://www.interiordesign.edu/
Illinois College	Jacksonville	http://www.ic.edu/
Illinois Institute of Art at Schaumburg	Chicago	http://www.ilia.aii.edu/
Illinois Institute of Technology	Chicago	http://www.iit.edu/
Illinois State University	Bloomington	http://www.ilstu.edu/
Illinois Wesleyan University	Bloomington	http://www2.iwu.edu/home.shtml
Judson College	Elgin	http://www.judson-il.edu/
Kendall College	Evanston	http://www.kendall.edu/
Knox College	Galesburg	http://www.knox.edu/
Lake Forest College	Lake Forest	http://www.lakeforest.edu/
Lewis University	Romeoville	http://www.lewisu.edu/
Lincoln Tech	Melrose Park	http://www.lincolntech.com/c_melrosepark_il.php
Loyola University Chicago	Chicago	http://www.luc.edu/
Millikin University	Decatur	http://www.millikin.edu/
Monmouth College	Monmouth	http://www.monm.edu/
North Central College	Naperville	http://www.noctrl.edu/
North Park University	Chicago	http://www.northpark.edu/
Northeastern Illinois University	Chicago	http://www.neiu.edu/Home/
Northern Illinois University	Dekalb	http://www.niu.edu/
Northwestern University	Evanston	http://www.northwestern.edu/
Olivet Nazarene University	Bourbonnais	http://www.olivet.edu/
Rockford College	Rockford	http://www.rockford.edu/
Rush University	Chicago	http://www.rushu.rush.edu/
Saint Xavier University	Chicago	http://www.sxu.edu/
School of the Art Institute of Chicago	Chicago	http://www.saic.edu/
Southern Illinois University Carbondale	Carbondale	http://www.siu.edu/
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville	Edwardsville	http://www.siue.edu/
Trinity Christian College	Palos Heights	http://www.trnty.edu/
Trinity International University	Deerfield	http://www.tiu.edu/
University of Chicago	Chicago	http://www.uchicago.edu/
University of Illinois at Chicago	Chicago	http://www.uic.edu/index.html/
University of Illinois at Springfield	Springfield	http://www.uis.edu/
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign	Champaign	http://www.uiuc.edu/
University of St Francis	Joliet	http://www.stfrancis.edu/
Western Illinois University	Macomb	http://www.wiu.edu/
Westwood College-Chicago Loop	Chicago	http://www.westwoodcollege.com/
Wheaton College	Wheaton	http://www.wheaton.edu/

Financial Aid

Financial Aid
In the world of financial aid there are many different forms of assistance available to students and each serves a slightly different purpose than the other.  Many students assume that words like scholarship, grant, and student loan are interchangeable.  For each variety of assistance there are different tax stipulations, service requirements, and repayment expectations attached.  Any student on the hunt for financial aid should know what they are looking for, and how it will help them achieve their goals. 

• All College bound students should fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online. Click here for Step by Step instructions.
• The Following sites can give you information if you already know what you are looking for.
• U.S. Dept. Of Education- FAFSA information
• Illinois Student Assistance Commission- information about state financial aid programs and the Illinois Scholar Programs
• SallieMae - Federal agency that initiates and manages direct student loans, and Federal Guaranteed Loans

 

Scholarships

What are Scholarships? 
Scholarships are different than financial aid as they are often based on some achievement or accomplishment rather than need.  Most scholarships are financial awards given to eligible students with no strings attached. Typically, if you win a standard scholarship, unless it is renewable, your interaction with the donor ends the day you receive your check. According to the IRS, if you are not pursuing a degree, the entire scholarship is taxable. For those students using the scholarship for college, any portion used for tuition, fees, books, and supplies is not taxable. Any funds remaining after your expenses are paid for, however, are subject to tax. There is not typically a service requirement or other stipulation attached to the scholarship upon receipt of the award, however, you should check to be certain. Scholarships are offered in many varieties-sweepstakes, essays, competitions-for traditional and non-traditional students alike. Occasionally scholarships require that you do a specified amount of community service after receiving the award.
 
Tips on Avoiding Scams
 
Scholarship Checklist

Scholarship Search Links

• FastWeb -you can set up an "account" with them for no charge. Then, you can fill out a huge survey/questionnaire and receive from them a list of scholarships that you might qualify to apply for. If you don't like the list you got, you can go back and fill out the questionnaire again choosing some different answers. They will give you new results. They save the data and periodically re-process their database, so as they find out about new scholarships, they let you know by email. No guarantees, but we know they are reputable, and it doesn't hurt at all to see what they can tell you. And, IT'S FREE.
• Lunch Money.com - this is a relatively new site, specializing in helping students learn about the admissions process and helping students find and apply for scholarships. Try the site and let your Counselor know what you think about it. It looks like there are some good possibilities here.
• ScholarStuff
• The College Board - the same organization that provides the SAT and PSAT Tests. They provide many sources for student and parent info
• CollegeNet
• Illinois Student AssistanceCommission,- State of Illinois agency which administers State financial aid programs and the Illinois Scholar Program.

 

Testing

ACT
The ACT (or PSAE) must be taken to graduate!! All juniors will take the PSAE in the spring of their junior year.

Click here for the ACT site with Test Dates and for online registration. See your counselor for more information and for paper registration forms.

There are also a variety of online test prep services that may help you improve your score, including NUMBER2.COM and Peterson's Guide info site.  It is never too early to start studying!

SAT
The SAT is not required to graduate and is not required by many colleges for acceptance. However, be sure to check with schools of interest when deciding if taking the SAT is beneficial for you.

For more information about which tests are offered, dates, fees and the registration process, go to the College Board Website. Registration can be done online, or with paper registration forms available in the counseling office.

Test Preparation: At Elmwood Park High School, we DO NOT offer an SAT Prep class, but there are a variety of test prep services online, including: NUMBER2.COM, and Peterson's Guide.

PSAT: The PSAT is the "Pre-Scholastic Aptitude Test" (Pre-SAT) and is also referred to as the NMSQT (National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test). The test is designed to be taken by Juniors in the Fall of their Junior year. In addition to being a good practice test for the ACT and the SAT, the PSAT is used to qualify students as National Merit semifinalists and finalists, which may make those students eligible to receive merit-based scholarships from colleges or other private scholarship sources.  

Test Date: October 14, 2009
Registration: All interested Juniors should see Mrs. Kaminski in the Guidance office to sign up by the deadline. Bring a check for $13.00 made payable to Elmwood Park High School. For more information, please see your counselor.
Students will receive their scores in the mail. Those who qualify for National Merit recognition (at any level) will be automatically submitted to ISAC (the Illinois Student Assistance Commission) which is the administrator in Illinois for all National Merit recognition.  

NEW!!! Students who take the PSAT/NMSQT will receive a free personalized PSAT/NMSQT college planning kit online at www.collegeboard.com/quickstart Using a unique access code that will be printed on the score report, students will be able to access scores, customized study plans, practice tests, personalized lists of majors and careers, personalized lists of colleges based on the student’s location and preferred major, and access to MyRoad, an interactive majors, college, and career exploration program. 

EXPLORE: The EXPLORE test helps 9th grade students build high school course plans that will prepare them for college and work and introduces them to career options that are relevant to them. The results can show students areas where they need extra help or additional courses and give suggestions for improving their skills. The results can let students know if they are on track for college.

Registration: All 9th grade students are automatically registered to take the EXPLORE test and are required to take it in April. There is no registration fee. Students will receive their results in the mail sometime in October.

Test Date: April 28 - 29, 2010

PLAN: The PLAN Test is the "Pre-ACT" test. The test is designed to be taken by Sophomores in the Spring of their Sophomore year. The PLAN test is great practice for the Prairie State test, which is given in the Junior year to all students, and includes the ACT. In addition, the PLAN gives students additional input into their career plans in relation to their current academic achievement.

Test Date: April 28 - 29, 2010

Registration: All Sophomores will be automatically registered for the PLAN test and are required to take it in April. There is no registration fee. Students will receive their scores in the mail sometime in October.  

Prairie State Exams: Elmwood Park High School is required to administer the Prairie State Exam in April, along with all other schools in Illinois. The results are used to measure the overall school progress toward the State's academic goals and standards. The first day of the test includes a full standard version of the ACT Test. Students can use ACT scores when applying to colleges and are encouraged to take the ACT more than once. Colleges always accept a student's highest score. Taking ACT is a graduation requirement!

Test Dates: April 28-29, 2010

Registration: All Juniors will be automatically registered for the test and are required to take it. There is no registration fee. Students who are absent will be informed of a make-up date and are required to take the make-up.

AP Exams: Advanced Placement Exams are given in selected areas of study to give opportunity for students to demonstrate superior achievement in those subject areas. The tests are aligned with the curriculum and content of the AP classes which are offered as high school classes. Elmwood Park High School offers AP classes in some (but not all) subject areas for which an AP Test is available. Students can report their scores to any college they choose. Colleges determine, based on their own criteria, whether to issue college credit based on a student's score on a particular test. Students who are in AP classes are encouraged to confer with their teacher and their prospective college(s) as to the advisability of taking an AP Test.

Individual tests are administered during the first 2 weeks of May. Test dates are set by the College Board, and are NOT changeable. See your counselor for schedules or additional information.
2010 AP Test Dates:
Statistics: Tuesday, May 4, 2010, 12:00 pm
Calculus AB: Wednesday, May 5, 2010, 8:00 am
English Literature: Thursday, May 6, 2010, 8:00 am
US History: Friday, May 7, 2010, 8:00 am
Physics B: Monday, May 10, 2010, 12:00 pm

Registration: Registration forms are provided to all students, and are available in the Counseling office in January. Registration forms must be turned in to the Counseling office in February (specific deadlines will be announced). There is a registration fee of $60.00 per test. 

 

Testing Tips:
 
 

The Day Before

• Gather up everything you're going to need for the next morning. You don't want to be stuck frantically searching for your Admission Ticket just before you rush out the door. You'll need the following items:

•  
  
  • Acceptable photo ID
  • Your SAT Admission Ticket
  • Two sharpened No. 2 pencils (pens and mechanical pencils are not allowed)
  • A calculator with fresh batteries
  • A hand-held CD player with fresh batteries, if you are taking a Language Test with Listening

• Write down the directions to the test center. Make sure you know how to get to your test center and how long it'll take you to get there.
• Check to see if your test center is open. Especially if there is bad weather in your area, tune into your local media (like you do for school closing announcements) or visit www.collegeboard.com on the Friday before the test to make sure your test center is open.
• Be well-rested and ready to go. Get a good night's sleep the night before the test.
• Set two alarms-one in your room and one in someone else's room, in case you hit the snooze button one time too many.

The Morning of the Test

• Eat breakfast. You'll be at the test center for four hours and you're likely to get hungry.
• Bring snacks. During one of the breaks, you can eat or drink any snacks you have brought with you. A healthy snack will go a long way toward keeping you alert during the entire test.
• Arrive at your test center no later than 7:45 a.m. Don't risk getting locked out because you're 30 seconds late. Give yourself plenty of time to get to get there. Consider traffic, weather conditions, flat tires, and anything else that could slow you down.
•  Leave your cell phone at home. Don't run the risk of having your phone ring or vibrate during testing. It could cost you your scores! If you are seen using a cell phone or any other prohibited electronic device while in the test center, or if the device makes noise or vibrates, you may be dismissed immediately, your scores may be canceled, and the device may be confiscated.This policy also applies to any other prohibited digital and/or electronic devices such as Blackberries, pagers, PDAs, cameras or other photographic equipment, or separate timers of any kind. We strongly advise you not to bring them.

During the Test

• Use breaks to eat or drink any snacks you have brought with you. You will have several breaks during the test. Use them to relax and eat a snack so you can stay focused.
• Work only on the section you are supposed to be working on. You're not allowed to go back to a section once that section has ended. You also can't start the next section if you finish a section early.
• Do easier questions first. You earn just as many points for easy questions as you do for hard ones.
• Make sure you use a No. 2 pencil on the answer sheet. It is very important that you fill in the entire circle darkly and completely. If you change your response, erase it as completely as possible. It is very important that you follow these instructions when filling out your answer sheet.
• Use all of your time. Students around you may close up their test books and rest their heads on their desks, but you know better. Go back to review problems you weren't quite sure about the first time. Or, if you skipped any hard problems use the time to try to work them out.
• Stay positive and focused. Keep your mind on your work, not your score.
• Try not to worry about whether you "nailed it" or "blew it." Know you did your best-and celebrate. You deserve it.

 

Athletic Dept. and Coaches

• Athletic Department
  Mr. Noyes - Athletic Director (email) (blog)
  Mrs. Uvelli - Athletic Secretary (email) 

Coaches

Head Football                                    Luis Arroyo                         

Asst. Varsity Football                          Zander DiGrino

Asst. Varsity Football                          John Freeman

Sophomore Football Coach                  Tony Sylvester (email)

Asst. Sophomore Football                    Mike Whelan

Freshmen Football Coach                     Matt Weldon (email)

Asst. Freshmen Football                       Josh Heinen

Asst. Freshmen Football                       Mario Fiorito                                                               

Head Golf                                           Paige Lewis  (email)

 

Head Boy's Soccer Coach                      Marty Blake  (email)

Sophomore Boy's Soccer Coach             Jeff DeGroot

Volunteer Assistant                              Les Gluszynkski

 

Head Girl's Tennis                               Bill Boston  (email)

Asst. Girl's Tennis                               Jodi Church  (email)

 

Head Volleyball                                   Maggie White

Sophomore Volleyball                          Kristen Codilis

Freshmen Volleyball                            Hillary Andrys

Head Cross Country                            John Kingsmill  (email)

Asst. Cross Country                             Debbie Anichini

 

Head Girl's Basketball                          Brian Linhart

Sophomore Girl's Basketball                 Josh Heinen  (email)

Freshmen Girl's Basketball                    Allison Collins  (email)

Volunteer Assistant                              Don Klemz

Head Boy's Basketball                          Denny Keizer  (email)

Asst. Boy's Basketball                           Mike Wasielewski

Sophomore Boy's Basketball                  Tony Sylvester

Freshmen Boy's Basketball                    John Freeman

Volunteer Assistant                               Dwayne French

 

Varsity Cheerleading                            Bob Pacini

Sophomore Cheerleading                     Heather Pacini-Gredinski

 

Head Wrestling                                   Lane Stone  (email)

Asst. Wrestling                                    Jim Melich

Volunteer Assistant                              Gary Schulze

 

Head Baseball                                    Zander DiGrino

Asst. Baseball                                     Chris Pietroski

Sophomore Baseball                            Dave Miller  (email)

Freshmen Baseball                              Tom Carli  (email)

 

Head Softball                                      Erica Hanrahan  (email)

Asst. Softball                                      Sue Gamez

Frosh-Soph Softball                             Nicki Crispo  (email)

Volunteer Assistant                              Phil Sassone

 

Head Girl's Soccer                               Marty Blake

Sophomore Girl's Soccer                       TBA

 

Head Boy's Tennis                              Mike McKune

 

Head Girls' Track                                John Kingsmill  (email)

Asst. Girl's Track                                 Paul Cesarz

Asst. Girl's Track                                 TBA

Head Boy's Track                                Matt Weldon  (email)

Asst. Boy's Track                                Joe Kraft

Asst. Boy's Track                                Pat Sheridan

Athletic Training

What is Athletic Training?
Certified athletic trainers (ATCs) are medical experts in preventing, recognizing, managing and rehabilitating injuries that result from physical activity. Athletic trainers can help you avoid unnecessary medical treatment and disruption of normal daily life; if you're injured, they can get you on the mend and keep you on the move.
Specifically, the ATC specializes in six practice areas or domains:

• Prevention
• Recognition, evaluation and assessment
• Immediate care
• Treatment, rehabilitation and reconditioning
• Organization and administration
• Professional development and responsibility

As part of a complete health care team, the certified athletic trainer works under the direction of a licensed physician and in cooperation with other health care professionals, athletics administrators, coaches and parents. The ATC gets to know each athlete/patient individually and can treat injuries more effectively because of that.
An ATC's day may, for example, include these tasks:

• Prepare athletes for practice or competition, including taping, bandaging and bracing
• Evaluate injuries to determine their management and possible referral
• Develop conditioning programs
• Implement treatment and rehabilitation programs

These duties require extensive knowledge and strong decision-making skills obtained through the ATC's experience and education.
 

Booster Club

Board Members      
President - Lisa Guidara  
Vice President - Janice Tobey  
Treasurer - Jim Guidara  
Secretary - Laurie Shaw
 
Meeting Dates
2nd Wednesday of every month 7pm in the LGI

Directions to EPHS

 

Elmwood Park High School is located near the intersection of Fullerton Ave. and Thatcher Ave. For detailed directions, use Mapquest.

 

Directions to Opponents

Click on a school name to get a Google Map of the school.

• Fenton
• Ridgewood
• Riverside-Brookfield
• Timothy Christian
• Illiana Christian
• Leyden
• Oak Park-River Forest
• Proviso East
• Proviso West
• Morton
• Luther North
• Steinmetz
• Schurz
• Guerin
• Immaculate Conception
• Illinois Math and Science Academy
• Aurora Central Catholic
• St. Viator
• Evergreen Park
• Westmont
• Walther Lutheran
• Maine East
• Addison Trail
• Driscoll
• Lisle
• Niles North
• Glenbard South

Facilities

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IHSA Athletic Physical Form

Download Athletic Forms:
 

Photo Gallery

2008-09 Photo Album
Go Tigers!
 

School Records and Archives

Athletic Archives (Awards & Records)
Past Athletic Award Winners
2007 Athletic Awards
2007 All Academic Teams
2007 Coaches Excellence Award
Team MVP's 2007-2008
Tiger Award
Terrific Tiger Award
Most Valuable Players

School Records

Boys Sports Baseball Records Basketball Records Cross Country EPHS Boys Basketball Thanksgiving Tournament Football Football Records Golf Soccer Swimming Tennis Track Track-Sophomore School Records Wrestling

Girls Sports Badminton Basketball Records Basketball School Records Cross Country Cheerleading Soccer Softball Records Volleyball Tennis Track

Summer School 2009

View the 2009 Summer Sport Camps brochure

 

FOOTBALL –COACH ARROYO & STAFF
Grades 10-12
June 15- July 23rd (Mon-Thurs)
4:00-8:00p.m.
$50.00 (includes t-shirt)
Stadium

Grade 9
July 13-23 (Mon-Thurs)
4:00-6:00 p.m.
$50.00 (includes t-shirt)
Stadium

Grade K-8
July 20-24 (Mon-Thurs)
6:00-8:00 p.m.
No Charge
Stadium

RUNNING CAMP – MR. KINGSMILL & MRS. ANICHINI- CROSS COUNTRY COACHES 6TH-12TH GRADE
June 22,24,25,29
July 1,2,6,8,9,13,15,16
7:00-9:00 a.m.
$40.00
High School   
         

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL – MRS. GAMEZ & VOLLEYBALL STAFF
Grades 9-12
July 20-24
9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
$65.00 (includes t-shirt)
Main Gym

Grades 3-8
July 20-24
9:00-11:00 a.m.
$45.00 ( includes t-shirt)
Main Gym    
    

BOYS BASKETBALL – MR. KEIZER – HEAD BASKETBALL COACH & STAFF
Grades 8-12
June 15-26
8:00-10:00 a.m.
$60.00 (includes t-shirt)
Main Gym

Grades 3-7
June 15-26
8:30-10:00 a.m.
$50.00 (includes t-shirt)
East Gym  
 

BOYS BASEBALL– COACH TILL & BASEBALL STAFF 6th-12th GRADE
June 15-19
2:00-4:00 p.m.
$35.00 (includes t-shirt)
Baseball fields

BOYS & GIRLS TENNIS -  MR. BLAKE 5TH-12TH GRADE
June 22-26
1:00-3:00 p.m.
$35.00
Tennis Courts
 

GIRLS BASKETBALL – MR. LINHART & BASKETBALL STAFF  4th-12th GRADE
June 29th-July 2nd, July 6th-9th
1:30-3:00
$45.00 (includes t-shirt)
Main Gym
************* New dates and times***********************

GIRLS SOCCER 8TH-12 GRADE
June 8-July 31
TBA
        
    

BOYS SOCCER –  MR. BLAKE & STAFF 5th-12th GRADE
July 27-31
1:00-3:00 p.m.
$35.00
Stadium

WRESTLING –MR. STONE & STAFF 5TH-8TH GRADE
July 27-31
9:30-11:30 a.m.
No Charge
South Gym

Tiger Football

Dear Tiger Football Parents,

I hope that this message finds you doing well.  I am very excited to start the 2009-2010 football season.  I am very pleased to inform you that the off-season strength, speed, and explosion program is going strong and is making a difference everyday.  The official start of summer practices begins on June 15^th 2009.  Our summer camp fee for all football players is $50.  This message is to also inform you of the requirements to be eligible to participate in a sport at Elmwood Park High School.  It is very important that all football players are eligible on the 1^st day of practice due to the Illinois High School Association guidelines.  The 1^st day of practice for the official start of the season is August 12^th, 2009.  Your son may be ineligible to play in the first game should he miss any practices.  There are 3 things that the students must have in the athletic office prior the first day of practice and they are as follows:

• NEW PHYSICAL FORM COMPLETED
• $50 ATHLETIC FEE
• PERMISSION/CONSENT/INSURANCE FORM

 ALL MUST BE TURNED INTO THE ATHLETIC OFFICE BEFORE THE 1^st DAY OF PRACTICE

(Please contact Melanie Uvelli at 583-5468 with questions - all of these can be turned in to the Athletic Office 8-3 Monday-Friday.)

 The Tiger Football Program emphasizes the importance of getting a good start academically for the school year and teaching our students the fundamentals of the game while making sure they are having fun.  Elmwood Park High School football players are expected to be leaders in the classrooms and in the hallways.  They are expected to be on time to school and practices EVERYDAY.  The football athlete is a special student that helps set the tone to kick off the new school year.  We will stress making good decisions on and off the field and being accountable for our actions.  I am very excited for this season as I look forward to working with your sons and I hope to see you all very soon.  Varsity and sophomores must report to school on August 11 for equipment issue.  Please look at the calendar and a newsletter about the football program and upcoming events.  Please note times and dates for the summer practices and the official start of the season.  GO TIGERS!

Sincerely,

Luis Arroyo
Dean of Students
Head Football Coach

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Varsity Athletic Teams

	Boys	Girls
Fall Sports	Football Golf Cross Country Soccer	Volleyball Cross Country Tennis
Winter Sports	Basketball Wrestling	Basketball Cheerleading
Spring Sports	Tennis Track Baseball	Softball Track Soccer