2025 Summer SLAM Application

2025 Summer Science, Language Arts, and Mathematics (SLAM) Program
Program Information and Dates
The Science, Language Arts, and Mathematics (SLAM) Program is an intensive enrichment program for high school students that is designed to help enhance students’ science, language arts, mathematics, and reading skills. SLAM also provides students with opportunities to explore careers in health and science.

Students who are currently enrolled in the 9th, 10th, or 11th grades are eligible to apply for SLAM. Students will be assigned to a SLAM workshop based on the grade in which they are currently enrolled.
- SLAM I is for students who will have completed 9th grade by June 2025
- SLAM II is for students who will have completed 10th grade by June 2025
- SLAM III is for students who will have completed 11th grade by June 2025
SLAM I, SLAM III, and SLAM III will meet in person on the campus of Tougaloo College June 2-27, 2025. SLAM classes will meet Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM.

SLAM is a commuter program. We do not provide transportation or housing for SLAM. Students who successfully complete SLAM will receive a stipend.
Application Information and Deadline
In this application, you will provide information about yourself, upload your transcript and/or your most recent grade report, respond to three essay questions, and provide the names and email addresses of the two instructors providing your recommendation.

Applications will be marked complete and sent for review once this application and the following materials are received:
1. Most recent report card (ALL applicants), if not uploaded within this application
2. Transcript (10th and 11th grade applicants only), if not uploaded within this application
3. Two instructor recommendations (one recommendation must be submitted by a math or science instructor; additional details provided in this application)
Please check your email frequently once you have submitted your application as you may receive communications if any part of your application is missing or incomplete. Admissions decisions will also be emailed to you. The priority deadline for consideration in the SLAM program is Friday, April 11, 2025. However, applications will be accepted until all available slots are filled.

If you have questions about this application, please contact Kisa Harris at kkharris1@tougaloo.edu or 601-977-7754.
SLAM Program Application

If you have questions about this application, please contact Kisa Harris at kkharris1@tougaloo.edu or 601-977-7754.
Date

MonthDayYear
Application Status
Applicant Status Comments:
Applicant's Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Applicant's Sex*

MaleFemale
Applicant's Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
Applicant's Email Address (No school email addresses please)*

Confirmation Email
Applicant's Home Phone Number*
Applicant's Cell Phone Number*
Applicant's Mailing Address*

Street Address (please include apartment number, if applicable)

Street Address 2

CityState

Zip Code
Have you ever attended the JHS Science, Language Arts, and Mathematics (SLAM) Program?*

YesNo
What year(s) did you previously attend SLAM?
How did you find out about the SLAM program?*
Please tell us how you found out about the SLAM program.
What is the name of the current/former SLAM participant who referred you to the SLAM Program?
What is the name of the teacher, principal, or counselor who referred you to the SLAM Program?
Emergency Contact Information
Parent/Guardian's Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian's Primary Phone Number*
Please enter a phone number.
Parent/Guardian's Cell Phone Number*
Please enter a phone number.
Parent/Guardian's Email Address*

Confirmation Email
Name of Emergency Contact*

First NameLast Name
Emergency Contact's Phone Number*
Please enter a phone number.
Emergency Contact's Relationship to SLAM Applicant*
School Information
In which grade are you currently enrolled this school year (2024-2025)?*

9th10th11th
If you are selected for SLAM, you will be placed in....
This field is automatically populated based on your current grade level.
Your SLAM Program will take place....
This field is automatically populated based on your SLAM workshop placement.
Current High School *
School Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
School District*

Canton Public SchoolsClinton Public SchoolsHinds County SchoolsJackson Public SchoolsMadison County SchoolsRankin County SchoolsOther
What year do you expect to graduate from high school?*

20262027202820292030
Do you receive free or reduced price meals at your current school?*

YesNo
Academic Record and Prior Training
Will you have completed Algebra I by June 2025?*

YesNo
What is your current GPA (on a 4.0 scale)? *
All applicants, please upload your most recent report card here. Please make sure all information (including your name) on the report card is visible.

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10th and 11th grade applicants, please upload your transcript here. Please make sure that all information (including your name) on your transcript is visible.

Note: We accept unofficial transcripts.
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Which of these standardized tests have you taken?

ACTSAT
What is your most recent ACT test date?

MonthDayYear

What is your most recent SAT test date?

MonthDayYear

Please provide the names of your top three college choices.*
What college major do you plan to pursue?*
Allergies and Food Restrictions
Does {applicantsName:first_194} have any food allergies?*

YesNo
Please list the foods to which {applicantsName:first_194} is allergic.
Is {applicantsName:first_194} allergic to any medication?*

YesNo
Please list the medicine to which {applicantsName:first_194} is allergic.
Is {applicantsName:first_194} allergic to latex?*

YesNo
Does {applicantsName:first_194} have any food restrictions?*

YesNo
Please specify the food restrictions.
Essay Questions
Please answer the following questions in complete sentences. Your response to each question is limited to 150 words.
Why are you interested in the SLAM program? What do you hope to gain from SLAM?*

0/150
In what extracurricular activities are you involved? *

0/150
What career are you interested in, and why are you interested in this career?*

0/150
Recommendation Letters
In the following section, you will be asked to provide the names and email addresses of at least two instructors who may recommend you for the SLAM Program. One of these instructors MUST be a math or science teacher.

When you submit your application, the link to your recommendation forms will be automatically emailed to the instructors you list on your application. Please check the email addresses you provide for your recommenders for accuracy. You will receive an email at {applicantsEmail} when your recommenders have submitted the recommendation form on your behalf. Please be sure to follow up with your recommenders frequently to ensure that they have received the recommendation link for you.
Math or Science Instructor
Name*

PrefixFirst NameLast Name
Math/Science Instructor's Email Address*

Confirmation Email
Which subject does this instructor teach? (Please select one.)*

MathScience
Other Instructor
Name*

PrefixFirst NameLast Name
Other Instructor's Email Address*

Confirmation Email
Which subject does this instructor teach? (Please select one.)*

MathScienceOther
Alternate Recommenders (Optional)
Recommender's Name

PrefixFirst NameLast Name
Recommender's Email Address

Confirmation Email
Which subject does this instructor teach?

MathScienceOther
Applicant Certification
Applicant, please click here to certify your application:*

I certify that all information provided in this application is factually true and honestly presented.
Should be Empty:

	Score (out of 36)
Composite Score
Math Score
Science Score
English Score
Reading Score

	Scores
Total Score
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Section
Math Section
SAT Essay

2025 Summer Science, Language Arts, and Mathematics (SLAM) Program

Program Information and Dates

Application Information and Deadline

SLAM Program Application

Emergency Contact Information

School Information

Academic Record and Prior Training

Allergies and Food Restrictions

Essay Questions

Recommendation Letters

Math or Science Instructor

Other Instructor

Alternate Recommenders (Optional)

Applicant Certification