Monday, November 28, 2016

Charlotte Observer College Resource

Below is a link to a new college information resource from the Charlotte Observer:

http://www.carolinacollegebound.com/



Thursday, November 17, 2016

Kaplan Panel

Kaplan would like to invite the parents of Northside Christian Academy to participate in a Live Online panel discussion, More Than Grades: A Discussion on Your Child’s College Admissions Journey, on November 30 at 7 PM ET—and you can participate anywhere you have an internet connection.

During this live 60-minute panel discussion moderated by Lorin Thomas-Tavel, COO of Kaplan Test Prep, we will explore the college admissions topics most important to parents, including a general overview about the application process for students and exclusive Q&A with college admissions experts. Our virtual guest panelists will include:
  • Harlan Cohen, the New York Times bestselling author of the book, “The Naked Roommate: And 107 Other Issues You Might Run Into in College”
  • Delorean Menifee, Director of Admissions, Butler University
  • Lee Weiss, Vice President Pre-College & K12 Programs, Kaplan Test Prep

Our aim is that this Live Online panel discussion will help parents and families become more confident and informed as they embark on their college admissions goals.

To register and receive event reminders, families can visit bit.ly/morethangrades. Participants will also be able to submit their questions for discussion about college admissions at this link as well. Space is limited, so we encourage families to register as soon as possible.

Tuesday, November 15, 2016

App State Summer Business Institute

Appalachian's Walker College of Business is accepting applications for the Martha Guy Summer Institute. The Martha Guy Summer Institute (MGSI) is a unique three-week summer program for high-achieving high school juniors interested in pursuing a degree in some area of business. This year, MGSI is looking for participants from North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and beyond!

The three-week institute provides on-campus instruction and fun activities, as well as local and/or regional travel. Some travel destinations vary by year, but time in New York City has been a staple of this program. Participants will develop their leadership skills, explore careers in business, meet business leaders and develop new business ideas to present to industry leaders. 

  • Program dates  July 9–29, 2017
  • Application deadline  February 24, 2017
  • Tuition  $1,800 + $350 meal plan (tuition scholarships are available)
For more information, you may email the program director, Barbara J. Rule (mgsi@appstate.edu), or call the MGSI office at 1-877-APP-MGSI (277-6474). 

The application and more great info can be found on the Martha Guy Summer Institute website.



Monday, November 7, 2016

Duke Summer Programs

We invite you to imagine yourself at Duke this summer if you are –
  • seeking to gain academic credit from renowned Duke faculty or learn to be a Leader and a Global Citizen through personal enrichment courses;
  • hoping to spend your summer enjoying residential activities such as ball games, outlet shopping, dances, talent shows, and more;
  • excited to prepare for college and create an international network of peers.
Applications for Summer College and Summer Academy will be accepted beginning December 1, 2016, and continuing until each program reaches capacity. Apply early to receive preferred consideration.

If you are currently in Grades 10 or  11, you can take classes with Duke Professors and earn college credit through Summer College.

If you are currently in grades 9 -12, you can enjoy personal enrichment classes with a global perspective through Summer Academy

Friday, November 4, 2016

Scholarship Opportunities

Start Standing Scholarship
Sponsor: Start Standing
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: November 15, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students. Applicant must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to health and being active.

Toptal STEM Scholarships for Women
Sponsor: Toptal
Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: November 15, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to female students throughout the world who are 13 years of age and interested in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics).

Youth Noise Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Youth Noise
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: November 21, 2016
Description: Program is open to students currently enrolled in a high school, college, university, or trade school. The contest will require applicants to create a 2-5 minute video in which the applicant explains how new ideas will shape the world around us, and why education is the key to creating a brighter future.

Education Matters Scholarship
Sponsor: Unigo
Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to students 13 years of age or older who are legal residents of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia and are currently enrolled (or will enroll no later than the fall of 2022) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education. Applicant will need to submit a short response to a given prompt.

The Fountain Essay Contest 2016
Sponsor: The Foundation Magazine
Amount: Up to $1,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2016
Description: There is no age limit or a condition to fulfill for entry. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to immigrants.
 
Cables and Sensors Scholarship
Sponsor: Cables and Sensors
Amount: $500
Closing Date: November 15, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to legal residents of the United States and students with a valid student visa who are at least 18 years of age. Applicant must be enrolled in or accepted to an undergraduate or graduate program related to the fields of Health Sciences, Medical, Pharmaceutical, and Healthcare in any accredited U.S. university or college. Applicant just needs to submit their name and email address to be entered for the scholarship and can gain an extra entry by sharing in a few sentences why they want to enter the health field.

Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship
Sponsor: Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
Amount: Up to $20,000
Closing Date: October 31, 2016extended to November 15, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to current high school seniors attending school in the United States. Program recognizes students for their capacity to lead and service, and their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities.

Concerto Competition
Sponsor: United States Marine Band
Amount: Up to $2,500
Closing Date: November 15, 2016
Description: Competition is open to high school musicians (grades 9-12) enrolled during the 2016-2017 academic year. Performers of woodwind, brass, or percussion instructions may apply. Applicant must select one of the works listed on the application for their instrument and submit an audio recording of their performance of the selection accompanied by piano, band, or orchestra.

Prompt Scholarship Essay Contest
Sponsor: Prompt.com
Amount: Up to $10,000
Closing Date: November 15, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to students 16 years of age or older who are currently applying for an undergraduate degree at an accredited institution within the United States or Canada in 2017 (or 2018 if taking a gap year). Applicant can use any essay they have written as part of a college application. Scholarship is open every month until December 15. Each monthly winner will then have a chance for a $10,000 scholarship.

Start Standing Scholarship
Sponsor: Start Standing
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: November 15, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students. Applicant must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to health and being active.

Academic Hero Scholarship
Sponsor: Course Hero
Amount: $10,000
Closing Date: November 18, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to permanent legal U.S. residents physically residing in the 50 United States and the District of Columbia who are at least 16 years of age and enrolled in a U.S. high school or college. Applicant must submit an essay on a time they have collaborated and accomplished something greater than they could have on their own.

Golden Eagle Coins Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Golden Eagle Coins
Amount: $500
Closing Date: November 20, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to students currently enrolled in high school or college within the United States with at least a 3.0 GPA. Applicant must be a citizen of, permanent resident, or hold a valid student visa in the United States or Canada. Applicant must have designed an innovative project that makes a difference in the lives of others and submit an essay describing the goal of the particular project and provide supporting documentation.

Right Click Scholarship
Sponsor: Right Click
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: November 21, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to augmented reality.

VerizonInternet.com Scholarship
Sponsor: VerizonInternet.com
Amount: $500
Closing Date: November 21, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors and current, full-time undergraduate and graduate students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States. Applicant must create an infographic or compose a 400-600 word essay describing how life would be different if the internet did not exist.

Youth Noise Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Youth Noise
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: November 21, 2016
Description: Program is open to students currently enrolled in a high school, college, university, or trade school. The contest will require applicants to create a 2-5 minute video in which the applicant explains how new ideas will shape the world around us, and why education is the key to creating a brighter future.

Fix Your Skin Scholarship
Sponsor: Fix Your Skin
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: November 25, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to current high school and college students. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to skincare.

Halo Branded Solutions Scholarship Contest
Sponsor: Halo Branded Solutions
Amount: Up to $1,500
Closing Date: November 28, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to students enrolled in (or accepted to) a full-time undergraduate program at an accredited U.S. university. Applicant must be a legal U.S. resident aged 18 or older at the time of application. Applicant must submit an essay on a one of three given prompts related to branding.

“You Deserve It” Scholarship
Sponsor: ScholarshipOwl
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: November 29, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to students who are residents of any of the 50 United States, District of Columbia or U.S. Territories who are 16 years of age or older and are either enrolled now, or will be enrolled within three months of registration in a qualified high school, college or university in the United States.

Youth Volunteer Scholarship Award
Sponsor: BBG Communications
Amount: $500
Closing Date: November 29, 2016
Description: Scholarship award is open to students under the age of 21 years of age who, over the past two years, have completed a minimum of 50 hours of volunteer work. Applicant must also have maintained a GPA of 3.5 or greater over the past two years.

$2,000 “No Essay” College Scholarship
Sponsor: Niche
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to high school, college, and graduate students and those planning to enroll within 12 months. Applicant must be a legal residents of the United States or an international student with a valid visa. Applicant must log in to Niche or create a free account to apply for the scholarship.

AED Superstore $1,000 College Scholarship
Sponsor: AED Superstore
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and currently enrolled college students. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to sudden cardiac arrest (SCA).

 Andrew Flusche Scholarship Contest
Sponsor: Andrew Flusche, PLC
Amount: $500
Closing Date: November 30, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors who have been accepted into a college, university, or trade school and students who are currently enrolled in a college, university, or trade school. Applicant must create a public service advertisement video (PSA) which addresses the severity of texting and driving.

Bachus & Schanker, LLC Scholarship
Sponsor: Bachus & Schanker, LLC
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to any high school senior accepted to attend a four-year university or students currently enrolled at a four-year university in the United States. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to the 7th Amendment.

Baker & Gilchrist Annual Scholarship Contest
Sponsor: Baker & Gilchrist
Amount: Up to $1,250
Closing Date: November 30, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors and current undergraduate and graduate students who are U.S. citizens. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to medical errors.

Dish Promotions Scholarship
Sponsor: Dish Promotions
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to current undergraduate students who are U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents of the United States. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to watching sports.

Education Matters Scholarship
Sponsor: Unigo
Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to students 13 years of age or older who are legal residents of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia who are currently enrolled (or will enroll no later than the fall of 2022) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education. Applicant will need to submit a short response to a given prompt.

Good360 Sustainability Scholarship
Sponsor: Good360
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors applying to college or current college students with a minimum GPA of 3.8. Applicant must have an interest in environmentalism or sustainability.

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
Amount: Up to $40,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend and graduate from the nation’s best four-year colleges and universities. Scholars are selected based on exceptional academic ability and achievement, financial need, persistence, service to others, and leadership.

Mark Ramsey Curiosity Scholarship
Sponsor: EZ Smart Gutter Cleaner
Amount: $500
Closing Date: November 30, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors and current college students who are U.S. or Canadian citizens. Applicant must submit an essay on their favorite inventor and a recent program the applicant has solved in a creative way.

Most Valuable Student Competition
Sponsor: Elks National Foundation
Amount: Up to $50,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2016
Description: Competition is open to high school seniors who are citizens of the United States. Applicant must submit completed application and materials to the closest Elks Lodge. Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need.

RemoveWartFast’s Scholarship
Sponsor: RemoveWartFast
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors and college students who are at least 18 years of age. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to cures for warts.

Scholarship for Aspiring Students
Sponsor: Celebrity Plastic Surgery
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to citizens of the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada who have at least a 2.0 GPA. The program is exclusively for students who are planning to pursue a career in one of the following fields: Medical Science, Culinary Arts, Fine Arts, Law, Nursing, or Engineering.

Scholarship for Military Families
Sponsor: Orent Law Offices
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to high school students graduating in 2017 or actively enrolled in an accredited U.S. college or university (graduate students are welcome to apply) who have a biological or step parent who has served (previously or actively) in any military branch.

Sixt Scholars Program
Sponsor: Sixt Rent a Car
Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who have at least a 3.7 GPA. Only the first 500 valid applications will be considered.

Sleeping Expert Scientific & Medical Scholarship
Sponsor: Sleeping Expert
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students. Students of all majors and interested majors are welcome to participate, however preference will be given to those studying in medical, scientific or other field that relates to human sleep.

The Fountain Essay Contest 2016
Sponsor: The Foundation Magazine
Amount: UP to $1,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2016
Description: There is no age limit or a condition to fulfill for entry. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to immigrants.

The $1,000 SuperCollege Scholarship
Sponsor: SuperCollege.com
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to current high school seniors, college students, graduate school students and returning adult students who will enroll in a college or university. Applicant must fill out a short form.

 AGC Education and Research Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship
Sponsor: Associated General Contractor (AGC) Education and Research Foundation
Amount: Up to $7,500
Closing Date: November 1, 2016
Description: Scholarships are open to current undergraduate and graduate students who have a desire to have a career in the construction industry.

Berrien Fragos Thorn Arts Scholarships for Migrant Farmworkers
Sponsor: Geneseo Migrant Center
Amount: Up to $2,500
Closing Date: November 1, 2016
Description: Scholarships are open to individuals 16 years of age or older who have a history of movement to obtain work in agriculture. Applicant must demonstrate an interest in pursuing further development of their talents.

Camp Network Blog Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Camp Network Blog
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: November 1, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to current high school seniors attending school in the United States and are U.S. citizens. Applicant must create a short, exciting video (3-5 minutes max) that explains their experience as a camp counselor.

Champions for Christ Scholarship
Sponsor: Champion for Christ Foundation
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: November 1, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to students who have surrendered their lives to full-time Christian service and are preparing for full-time Christian ministry.

Chegg $1,000 Monthly Scholarship October 2016
Sponsor: Chegg
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: November 1, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia who are at least 16 years of age and currently enrolled in high school or an accredited college or university in the United States. Applicant must submit an answer to what they think is the most important thing to consider when choosing a college and why.

Future Innovator Scholarship Program
Sponsor: StudySoup
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: November 1, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students. Applicant must submit three short personal essays.

JAMAS Future Hispanic Leaders Scholarship
Sponsor: JAMAS Capital Management
Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: November 1, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to U.S. citizens of Hispanic descent who are currently enrolled or have been accepted in an accredited college or university. Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.8 and are studying business or a related field.

Patriot’s Pen Competition
Sponsor: Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: November 1, 2016
Description: Competition is open to students in grades 6-8. Applicant must submit an essay on the following theme: “The America I Believe In.”

PlasticPlace Young Entrepreneurs Scholarship Award
Sponsor: PlasticPlace
Amount: $1,500
Closing Date: November 1, 2016
Description: Scholarship is open to incoming students for the 2017 semester (high school seniors), who are U.S. citizens. Preference will be given to applicants who are female, or belong to any minority group, including African-American, Asian American, Native American, Hispanic, etc. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to designing and marketing a new product.

 Ron Brown Scholar Program
Sponsor: Ron Brown Scholar Program
Amount: $10,000
Closing Date: November 1, 2016 (early deadline) – Final deadline – January 9, 2017
Description: Scholars program is open to African-American/Black high school seniors who excel academically and demonstrate a keen interest in public service, community engagement, business entrepreneurship and global citizenship.

Voice of Democracy Scholarship Competition
Sponsor: Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States
Amount: Up to $30,000
Closing Date: November 1, 2016
Description: Program is open to students in grades 9-12 who are enrolled in a public, private or parochial high school or home study program in the United States, its territories and possessions. Applicant must submit a 3-5 minute essay on this year’s theme; “MY Responsibility to America.”

Scholarship Opportunity

Assistance League® of Charlotte is a nonprofit volunteer organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and their families through community-based philanthropic programs. Assistance League of Charlotte Scholarship Fund, one of five programs serving area children, has awarded over $345,250 in college scholarships since the program‘s inception in 2002.

The Assistance League® of Charlotte Scholarship will be awarded to a 2017 Mecklenburg County high school graduate who exhibits outstanding community service.  The scholarship, not to exceed $10,000, will provide funding toward tuition, room and board, required fees and books for the freshman year at one of the 16 campuses of The University of North Carolina. At the discretion of the organization, additional scholarships are awarded to students with financial need who have exhibited a commitment to community service.

The 2017 application is attached to this email and is also available online at www.charlotte.assistanceleague.org

ONLY COMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED. Each year we receive applications that must be eliminated because they are incomplete in some way.  Please use the checklist on the application form to confirm with students that the application packet is complete.

All application paperwork (hard copy) should be returned to the counselor, by: 

Wednesday, February 15, 2017

All paperwork must be postmarked by and mailed by school counselor by:

Friday, February 24, 2017
 
 
If you would like to be considered for this scholarship, please complete the application (link above) and submit to Mrs. Larsen at your earliest convenience, but no later than 2/15/17.
 
 

Wednesday, November 2, 2016

Opportunities at UNC

On behalf of two campus organizations at UNC,  we write to request your help in spreading the word about two exciting opportunities open to prospective college students in grades 9 through 12.

SPLASH UNC
Intellectually curious high school students are invited to Splash UNC, an annual event on UNC campus featuring unique classes taught by UNC students. From college admissions to self-defense to DNA, and beyond, students have over 100 classes from which to choose.

When: Saturday, November 12 from 10 am to 5 pm
Where: UNC campus in Chapel Hill, NC
Cost: $15 program fee to cover the cost of course materials and lunch. Financial assistance is provided to students with need. A student may request financial assistance by emailing splashunc@gmail.com.
Register by: Saturday, November 5
Online registration: To view the course catalog, enroll in the program, and find a list of FAQs, students should visit the Splash UNC website at splash.web.unc.edu


CATALYST CONFERENCEEvery year, the Catalyst Conference brings a select group of 100 high school students from across North Carolina to UNC-CH for a weekend-long exploration of social justice issues affecting both America and the larger world. Through leadership and personal development sessions, participants are empowered to serve as catalysts for positive change in their own communities.
When: Friday, February 17 - Sunday, February 19
Where: UNC campus in Chapel Hill, NC
Cost : $50 registration fee to help with some of the costs of food and housing for the weekend. Please let us know if you have an interested student with financial need as we may be able to offer a scholarship.
Apply by: Saturday, November 26
Online Application: Catalyst Application