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Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Educational Talent Search
Spring 2019 Events
To register for ETS events/activities:
Call the ETS office at 1-888-533-6487 or 814-393-2071 to register for all activities. Please note there
may be limited space available.
Please pay close attention to the grade levels, dates, times, locations, and topics for each program.
Any additional information will be posted at www.clarion.edu/ets - check in and check often!
If an event is happening on a school day, be sure to inform your child’s school about the planned absence.
Complete required paperwork. Schools have the r ight to refuse excusal. All school rules apply!
Transportation is provided where indicated by the bus symbol. Otherwise, call the ETS office to make
arrangements. Bus will pick up near the JC Penney entrance of the Clarion Mall and the former Sears
entrance of the Cranberry Mall only for trips indicated.
Remember, pre-registration and a permission slip are required for all activities. Mail the attached permis-
sion slip to the ETS office at the address on the bottom of the slip. Do not take to the school.
Notify ETS if your child is unable to attend any event that he/she has registered for . This is very
important as there may be a waitlist of other students and funds are often expended based on registration.
Please prepare appropriately for weather conditions. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a jacket/coat for
outdoor activities.
View map of Clarion University at http://www.clarion.edu/about-clarion/campus-maps/
9th-12th Grade
Edinboro University of PA
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
7:45 AM—3:45 PM Bus Schedule
7:45 AM – Depart JC Penney, Clarion Mall
8:15 AM – Depart former Sears, Cranberry Mall
3:15 PM – Arrive at former Sears, Cranberry Mall
3:45 PM – Arrive at JC Penney, Clarion Mall
Founded in 1857, Edinboro University of PA is one of the 13 state system of higher education universities. It is located in Edinboro on 485 acres. Currently there are approximately 4,834 students enrolled. Edinboro University is known for their programs in Graphic Design, Gaming and Video Design, Criminal Justice, Ed-ucation, etc. We will tour the campus, listen to an information session and visit the Math/Science Depart-ment for a tour and presentation by Dr. Bennett who has taught a wide variety of computer science classes including Computer Graphics and Algorithm Design and Analysis. Lunch provided.
A signed permission slip (included with this flier) and pre-registration are required.
A signed permission slip (included with this flier) and pre-registration are required.
9th-12th Grade
Candid Conversations—Realities of Pursing Postsecondary Education
Saturday, November 9, 2019
9:00 AM—12:00 PM
Clarion University, Science and Technology Center, Room 120
Discuss the realities and costs associated with pursing postsecondary education. Topics to be covered include cost saving solutions to make college affordable, financial aid and scholarship search advice, and common misconceptions and mistakes in the finan-cial aid process. Speakers and a student panel will address questions and offer advice. Parents are encouraged to attend with students.
6th-12th Grade
Go PA Wild!
Saturday, October 26, 2019
8:00 AM—3:45 PM
Explore Pennsylvania’s wildlife in this visit to Pymatuning State Park. Visit the spillway where carp are so plentiful that ducks walk on the backs of the fish. Linesville Fish Hatchery features native species to the Pymatuning Lake in a two-story fish tank. Be on the lookout for bald eagles as the area has one of the largest concentrations in the state. We will complete the day with a hayride and test our problem-solving skills at the Coolspring Corn Maze. Lunch provided.
Bus Schedule
8:00 AM – Depart JC Penney, Clarion Mall
8:45 AM – Depart former Sears, Cranberry Mall
3:15 PM – Arrive at former Sears, Cranberry Mall
3:45 PM – Arrive at JC Penney, Clarion Mall
A signed permission slip (included with this flier) and pre-registration are required.
9th-12th Grade
Chatham University, Eden Hall Campus
Wednesday, November 6, 2019
7:15 AM—3:00 PM
Bus Schedule
7:15 AM – Depart former Sears, Cranberry Mall
8:00 AM – Depart JC Penney, Clarion Mall
2:30 PM – Arrive at JC Penney, Clarion Mall
3:00 PM – Arrive at former Sears, Cranberry Mall
Chatham University’s Eden Hall Campus is the world’s first university campus designed to be a showcase for sustainable solutions. With the campus serving as an educational canvas, faculty, students, and the public engage in a collaborative, hands-on approach to learning to develop tomorrow’s leaders in sustainability. We will not only have a tour of the campus and overview of the programs offered, but also participate in a Solar Thermal Design Challenge. This is a great opportunity with an early return time. Lunch provided.
A signed permission slip (included with this flier) and pre-registration are required.
Seniors and Parents
FAFSA Completion Workshop—CLASS OF 2020
Saturday, November 9, 2019
Cranberry High School— Library
9:00 AM —11:00 AM
Bring your income information (2018 tax documents), asset information, social security numbers, driver’s
license and your questions to receive assistance in completing your FAFSA. Computers will be available for
online filing. The FAFSA deadline for Pennsylvania is May 1, and many schools have earlier deadlines for
institutional aid. A PHEAA representative will be available to answer questions and help you file your
FAFSA. Pre-registration is required.
Note: Please obtain an FSA ID for the filer (student) and the parent at FSAID.ed.gov before the session.
This will save you time!
Bus Schedule
7:30 AM – Depart JC Penney, Clarion Mall
8:10 AM – Depart former Sears, Cranberry Mall
4:00 PM – Arrive at former Sears, Cranberry Mall
4:30 PM – Arrive at JC Penney, Clarion Mall
9th-12th Grade
Rosedale Technical College & Pittsburgh Technical College
Tuesday, November 12, 2019
7:30 AM—4:30 PM
A signed permission slip (included with this flier) and pre-registration are required.
Rosedale Technical College is a private, non-profit school that offers hands-on training programs in the fields of Diesel, Automotive, Collision Repair, CDL (Truck Driving), HVAC, Industrial Tech, Electrical and Welding.
Pittsburgh Technical College is a private, non-profit school that offers associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and short-term certificate programs. PTC offers over 30 areas of study, including online programs in the School of Business and the School of Healthcare.
Seniors and Parents
FAFSA Completion Workshop—CLASS OF 2020
Thursday, November 21, 2019
Redbank Valley Community Center, 430 Broad St., New Bethlehem, PA 16242
5:30 PM —7:30 PM
Bring your income information (2018 tax documents), asset information, social security numbers, driver’s
license and your questions to receive assistance in completing your FAFSA. Bring your computer for online
filing. The FAFSA deadline for Pennsylvania is May 1, and many schools have earlier deadlines for institu-
tional aid. Representatives will be available to answer questions and help you file your FAFSA.
Pre-registration is required.
Note: Please obtain an FSA ID for the filer (student) and the parent at FSAID.ed.gov before the session.
This will save you time!
TRiO Educational Talent Search is funded through a $447,553 grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
ETS uses remind.com to quickly send reminders and updates to your cell phone or email regarding our educational and enrichment activities.
It’s easy to join!
Join by text. Simply text @msccar lson to 81010 to join the Educational
Talent Search class.
Complete the attached permission/release form and we will add you to our
classroom.
Like us on Facebook @ Clarion University Educational Talent
6th-12th Grade
The Case of the Murdered Mayor
Saturday, November 23, 2019
Clarion University, Ralston Hall
9:30 AM—2:00 PM
Become crime scene investigators using observation skills and deductive reasoning to solve the “murder of the mayor.” This introduction to criminal investigation includes chemical analysis to ID over-the-counter drugs, test for controlled substances, simulate presumptive drug testing and detect evidence of heavy metal poisoning. Identify the prime suspect from six alleged perpetrators using the following forensic techniques: fingerprinting, hair analysis, tire track impression analysis, blood typing, forensic entomology, police log re-view. Lunch provided.
A signed permission slip (included with this flier) and pre-registration are required.
6th-12th Grade
“Bot”ies in Motion
Monday, December 2, 2019
Clarion University, Gemmell Student Center
1:00 PM—4:00 PM
Get your mind and body in motion during an afternoon of activities funded through a STEM Initiative grant.
We will create Scooterbots and ping pong ball launchers—and the best part, they are yours to take with you!
Participate in a number of leadership and teamwork activities that will move us through the afternoon.
A signed permission slip (included with this flier) and pre-registration are required.
Educational Talent Search—Fall 2019
Event Permission Slip
Student Name: School:
Address: Grade Level 2019-20:
Select the event/events your son/daughter will be attending and don’t forget to call to register:
□ Campus Visit: Edinboro University– Tuesday, October 22, 2019
□ Go PA Wild!– Saturday, October 26, 2019
□ Chatham University, Eden Hall Campus– Wednesday, November 6, 2019
□ FAFSA Completion Workshop, Cranberry High School Library– Saturday, November 9, 2019
□ Candid Conversations– Saturday, November 9, 2019
□ Campus Visit: Rosedale & PTC– Tuesday, November 12, 2019
□ FAFSA Completion Workshop, Redbank Valley Community Center– Thursday, November 21, 2019
□ The Case of the Murdered Mayor– Saturday, November 23, 2019
□ “Bot”ies in Motion– Monday, December 2, 2019
PERMISSION/RELEASE FORM
I hereby grant permission for my son/daughter, , to participate in this enrichment
day sponsored by Educational Talent Search (ETS). This form serves to release ETS and all of its personnel from liabil-
ity in case of accident and injury connected with this trip or campus based activity.
I also give Educational Talent Search (ETS) permission to add my cell number or email address to remind.com so that I
may receive reminders for the activity that my child has registered. Remind.com will also be used to send alerts for any
changes or cancellations. Please reply to the message to confirm your child’s intent to or not to attend.
Cell number: OR Email address:
In the event of an accident or emergency, I, , gi ve my
permission for to be seen at the most immediate hospital or emer-
gency facility. In the event that I am unable to be reached, I give my permission for emergency treatment to be initiated
by the health care institution.
Date: Parent/Guardian Signature:
Name of person, other than parent, to be contacted in case of emergency:
Name: Phone:
EMERGENCY AUTHORIZATION FORM
Remember, a signed permission slip and pre-registration are required for ALL activities.
Transportation is available based upon need and request. Please call to make arrangements.
Please return this completed form to:
Educational Talent Search
840 Wood Street, Clarion, PA 16214
Please call 814-393-2071 or Toll free 1-888-533-6487 with any questions.
Parent/Guardian Printed Name: Signature:
Emergency Contact #: Date:
