Author: adecker

Arkansas Scholars
It’s for YOU!

Why should I be an Arkansas Scholar?
There is a direct link between the level of education that a person has and their potential income-earning power.
Being an Arkansas Scholar can provide more opportunities for continued education after high school.
Becoming an Arkansas Scholar can help in leading the way to finding a career that you enjoy and not just a job.

Web sites: www.arkbea.com or www.arkansasscholars.org
Phone: 879-866-7673
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A GOOD EDUCATION PAYS!
Median annual incomes in the U.S. with various levels of education:
Some High School: $24,544
High School Diploma: $33,852
Some College: $37,804
Associates Degree: $40,404
Bachelors Degree: $57,616
Masters Degree: $69,108
Professional Degree: $89,128
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Current Position Survey (2013)

Arkansas Scholars is sponsored by the Arkansas Business & Education Alliance and Your Local Chamber of Commerce

Being an Arkansas Scholar gives you more:
choices for education beyond high school
opportunities for a better job
money for greater buying power
control over your future

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

Local business leaders want you to do well in school. Many businesses have agreed to recognize the achievement of high quality education.
If you, as a student, meet the Arkansas Scholars’ criteria over the next four years (grades 9-12), you will be designated as an Arkansas Scholar and be recognized by your local chamber of commerce.
The Arkansas Business & Education Alliance and your local or region chamber of commerce will provide an Arkansas Scholars seal to be placed on your transcript. Because a growing number of employers are asking job applicants for high school transcripts, the Arkansas Scholars seal could improve your chances for employment.
Note for Parents: As parents, you want a bright future for your children. Then you want them to do their best in school. Your support is the most important factor in your student’s education. Encourage them to make good grades, take challenging courses, and attend school regularly. By doing this, you can send a positive message about the value of education.

REQUIREMENTS FOR BECOMING AN ARKANSAS SCHOLAR
If you follow the four criteria listed below in grades 9-12, you will achieve Arkansas Scholars status at the end of your senior year. In addition to the recognition, you will have prepared yourself for more educational opportunities or a better job. You will have positioned yourself to be successful in life.
Earn semester grades of “C” or above in all courses
Achieve 95% or better attendance record (averaged over four years)
Complete the balance of the state mandated high school graduation requirements (Smart Core)
Finish high school in 8 consecutive semesters
YOU CAN BE AN ARKANSAS SCHOLAR!

How I Can Invest in My Education?

These 10 things can help you be a good student even if you have struggles to this point.
If you will do these 10 things, you will be on a path for success in school and in life after graduation.

Study or prepare for exams (it matters)

Do your homework and ask for help when needed

Talk with other students about your course work

Ask questions when you don’t understand something

Take good notes

Listen

Go to class

Make “C’s” or better in all your subjects

Ask your parents to remind you to do your homework

Become an Arkansas Scholar