ADMISSION TO HHS: SCITECH CAMPUS IS BY APPLICATION ONLY.
The application window for next school year is now closed.
*If you are new to Harrisburg School District please contact scitech-admissions@hbgsd.us to obtain the application.
IMPORTANT DATES:
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APPLICATION WINDOW OPENS: Monday, December 13, 2021
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VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE DATES: Please email scitech-admissions@hbgsd.us to obtain the link
- Saturday, January 8, 2022 (11am-12pm)
- Thursday, January 20, 2022 (6pm-7pm)
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APPLICATION SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Friday, February 11, 2022
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ACCEPTANCE DETERMINATIONS MAILED: Approx. Friday, March 25, 2022
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MANDATORY NEW STUDENT/PARENT MEETING: Wednesday, May 4, 2022
(Original meeting date was rescheduled from 4/27 to 5/4)
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MINIMUM ACCEPTANCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Core GPA of 2.5 or higher (Core classes: Math, Science, English, and Social Studies)
- Minimal Discipline issues
- Minimal Attendance issues
PROCESS AFTER COMPLETING APPLICATION:
- All completed applications are reviewed by the HHS: SciTech Campus Admissions Committee.
- If Minimum Acceptance Requirements are met and all components from the Application have been submitted, you will be contacted by our Admissions Committee to schedule an Interview and Placement Test.
- Final acceptance determinations are based upon teacher recommendations, grades, placement scores, attendance, discipline, a writing sample, and an interview.
- Parents, guardians, and students will be notified of admissions status by letter.
- Questions or concerns should be directed to SciTech-Admissions@hbgsd.us or call 717-703-1900.
APPLICATION LINK IS NOW CLOSED
*Any additional questions, please contact scitech-admissions@hbgsd.us
*If you are new to Harrisburg School District please contact scitech-admissions@hbgsd.us to obtain the application.
Admissions Application to SciTech Campus – Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I submit an application?
- Complete the Google Form found on the SciTech Admission Page ("Apply Now" link above)
2. How do I submit my one-page essay on the topic "Why I Want To Attend SciTech Campus."
- The essay will need to be uploaded when submitting your application.
3. Where are the teacher recommendation forms and how should those be submitted?
- After we receive an application and essay, the teachers will receive the forms by email. Once completed, they will need to email them back to scitech-admissions@hbgsd.us
4. For the student data reports: discipline, attendance and grades, how do I submit that information?
- The school counselor will be emailed a list of names that applied to SciTech. They will email the reports to scitech-admissions@hbgsd.us
5. What happens after I submit my application and essay?
- If you meet the minimum acceptance requirements, a member of the admissions team will call to schedule your interview and placement test.
6. What are the Minimum Acceptance Requirements?
- Core GPA of 2.5 or higher (Core classes: Math, Science, English, and Social Studies)
- Minimal Discipline issues reported from your school counselor's report
- Minimal Attendance issues reported from your school counselor's report
7. How do I know if I was accepted?
- All applicants will receive a letter with the determination