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November

Contact the High School Math Department regarding the Trig*Star Program.

Arrange for a meeting with them to go over details of the program.

Encourage them to start a Trig*Star Program at their school.

December

If possible, find an additional sponsor to cover expenses and prize money.

(Local prizes and amounts are optional)

Send in the sponsorship application form to NSPS (with the $50 fee).

Maintain contact with the school to answer questions and keep their interest.

January

Make arrangements with the math department for the classroom presentation.

Send a poster to the school announcing the Trig*Star Program, location and date.

Gather materials and ideas for the presentation.

Compile, organize and rehearse your presentation.

February

Give the classroom presentation to all interested students.

Tell them about the upcoming Trig*Star exam.

Make arrangements with the math department for the date and time of the exam.

Contact the local newspaper for coverage of the award ceremony.

March

Administer the Trig*Star Exam.

Announce the winner(s).

Schedule a time to return to the school to formally present the plaque and award money to the winner(s).

Arrange for a representative from the local newspaper to take pictures.

Give the newspaper person a written explanation of the Trig*Star program.

Give teacher a copy of the Teacher Evaluation Form.

April

Submit exam results to the appropriate WSLS Trig*Star Committee representative.

Send in the Trig*Star "Contest Report" form to NSPS.