METRO 9TH - 12TH GRADE GIRLS
College Orientation Program (COP)
The College Orientation Program (COP) is designed to guide and motivate high school students in their work to achieve success in college and beyond. The program helps students navigate the college matching and acceptance process through a combination of skill-building, academic enrichment, career and professional exploration, college-readiness activities, individual advising, individual tutoring, summer apprenticeships, service projects and more.
College readiness & application assistance
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character education
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electives & clubs
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TEST PREP
For over 20+ years, Metro seniors have achieved 100% high school graduation and acceptance into a 4-year college.
We focus on supporting our high school COP students by offering small group classes, tutoring, and character education. This is mixed in with optional electives and clubs to help provide much-needed extracurricular activities and socializing outside an academic classroom environment.
We are offering opt-in study halls with formation in time-management and productivity for all grade levels.
Metro High school students receive group tutoring and individual mentoring from outstanding professional women in Chicago.
COST: $250
Program fee covers the entire school year program and supplies. Financial aid is available.
5:30-8:00 pm on WEDNESDAYs
paid high school apprenticeships for rising 9th-12th graders
For Rising 9th-12th graders
The Metro Achievement Center Apprenticeship Program is an immersive experiential learning program. Summer Apprentices will learn marketable skills from a professional in one of the following fields: Business, Engineering, Film or Hospitality. The skills and experience they obtain through the apprenticeships can be used on their college and job resumes. They will also develop critical thinking, communication and decision-making skills, which will allow them to excel in the workplace. Apprentices demonstrate their acquired skills by giving presentations and completing a final project. Students may also earn a cash stipend upon completion of their final apprenticeship project.
As always, Metro students will start their day with character education classes and will have instructors and staff available for individual appointments to encourage their social and emotional development in addition to their academic and career progress.
Summer 2024 Apprenticeships:
Business
Engineering
Filmmaking
Hospitality
COST:
APPRENTICESHIPS: THANKS TO OUR WONDERFUL DONORS, THERE IS NO COST FOR ACCEPTED 9TH-12TH GRADE HIGH SCHOOL APPRENTICES. These students will receive a cash stipend upon successful completion of the program.
June 18 to July 26
*The six-week session takes place Monday through Friday from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm.
*Early drop-off is available starting at 8:00 am, late pick-up is available until 5:00 pm.
ready to apply?
Have questions OR WANT TO SCHEDULE A VISIT?
Complete our Interest Form or contact Acting COP Program Director, Lucy Cavanagh, at lcavanagh@midtown-metro.org or call (312) 226-4886 ext. 233
“It helped me become more accustomed to at-home learning. I feel like it has me prepared rather than unaware of what to expect of e-learning.”
“This is amazing that you guys are doing this program during these crazy times. Many thanks! ”