IJGA Newsletter: The Oaks April 2018 | Page 11

FROM HERITAGE ACADEMY Here are some skills university coaches value for admissions • A passion for golf • Coachable – ability to continue to develop • Must embrace a team environment • Desire to earn a university degree • Certain levels of scoring/ball control • High level of self-resilience and commitment IJGA’s university admissions tips for student-athletes • Keep an accurate list of tournaments and results to share with interested coaches. • Make a list of wants and goals, which will help you to choose and apply to the right universities and the right golf teams. Education. Education. Education. Some items of interest from Heritage Academy: • Students of the Month (Generosity) Congratulations to IJGA golfers Sae Saito and John Del Priore on being recognized for their consistent others-centered behavior and attitudes at school. Great role models. • All grades 7-9 students sat for the ACT Aspire standardized testing battery April 2-6. • Spirit Day was April 25. • National Honor Society Spring Induction is May 2. • Grades 7-11 Awards Ceremony is May 11. • Final exams are May 22-23. • Showcase in your application why you would be a good fit for that particular university. • Students raised nearly $700 in classroom donations to fund research for Leukemia and Lymphoma during the March Pennies for Patients campaign. Our students give 100% to champion great causes. • Seek advice on writing letters, communicating with coaches and narrowing down options. Ask questions! • A Masquerade Ball is May 12 at Palmetto Hall Golf Club from 8-11 pm. Live DJ, food, green- screen, dancing, partying. Come one, come all! • Build your tournament profile to challenge yourself against better players and continue to play according to your coach’s development plan. Gloria Shoemaker Head of School Heritage Academy • Target schools that meet your academic ability and golf skills. • Plan to visit universities. 11