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by Jaye Anders-Kukowski
Tombstone High School junior Jonathan
Cruz is last week’s Student of the Week. Jonathan
was chosen by his U.S. history teacher, Pam Green.
“John is a nice person, kind and considerate of
others. He always shows respect to teachers and gives
100% in his class work,” said Greene.
With a quick smile and a firm handshake,
Jonathan accepted his award with humility. “I want
to thank my Mom,” he said, “Without her, I
wouldn’t be where I am. She really motivates
me.” The son of Sophia and Jonathan Cruz of
Huachuca City, Jonathan plans to attend Cochise College after
graduation for his basics then transfer to the University of
Arizona to major in engineering.
He is an “A” student and is
currently involved in a new group at THS called the FAT group.
FAT stands for Fried Chicken, Applesauce and
’Taters. This organization, sponsored by teacher
Ceci Lewis, is a support group, focusing on community service.
Their first project in the works is recycling.
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The next nationwide ACT test date for
college-bound high school students is Saturday, June 10, 2006.
Students must register online or have their paper registrations
postmarked by the end of the day May 5. Late registration
postmark deadline is May 19 (an additional $18 fee is required
for late registration after May 5).
Around two-thirds of test-takers in June
have just completed the eleventh grade. Many of them take the
ACT, check their scores and then decide whether to re-test in
their senior year. By looking at their scores during the
summer, students can study to boost academic weaknesses before
taking the test again as seniors.
The cost is $29 without and $43 with the
Writing Test.
Students can receive registration
information from their high school guidance counselors or they
can register online at www.actstudent.org. The website
also features test tips, practice tests, an online test prep
program, and a database for students to find out if a
prospective college requires a writing score.
ACT scores are accepted by virtually all
colleges and universities in the nation, including all Ivy
League schools. The ACT is an academic achievement exam that
includes four tests; English, reading, math, and science.
Students who opt to take the Writing Test will add 30
minutes to the normal 3-hour testing time.