Compiling a List of Schools Listings of area high schools are available from your State or County Board of Education. You may also try the local school districts but in large geographical areas this route could prove to be overwhelming. These resources only cover public schools. Private schools shouldn't be forgotten even if it takes a little more legwork to obtain the listings for private schools. With the listings you request from the various sources, ask for the name of the principals or counselors.
Initial Contact Send a contact letter to all the area high schools.
Be sure to address the letters to the principal or counselor by name. You can enclose a form that the principal or counselor can simply fill out and return to you. You also increase your chances of program participation if you enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Make sure that you set a deadline in the letter so you can get the forms back and processed prior to the end of the school year. The Certificates of Merit and Certificates of Achievement are available for purchase from SWE National headquarters.