Scholarship Opportunity

Varsity Brand Scholarships for student-athletes and school spirit can be found HERE.

Scholarship Opportunities

Foundation For The Carolinas is pleased to announce that applications for our 2017 scholarship application cycle are now available. The Foundation’s scholarship program consists of over 140 scholarship funds established by donors desiring to assist students in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Community and beyond. Because of the generosity of these donors, over 700 scholarships totally $1.6 million was awarded to area seniors for the 2016-2017 school year – helping them pursue their education goals.

•                    African American Network – Carolinas Scholarship - Provides scholarships to college-bound minority students from North and South Carolina who are pursuing a major in engineering, math, science, computer science, accounting, finance or business administration.

•                    Charlotte Mecklenburg Emergency Services Scholarship (CMES) - Provides undergraduate scholarships to students seeking to meet the minimum educational requirements for employment in emergency services and related medical/healthcare professions.

•                    Holcomb Family Scholarship - Provides scholarships to students of Cabarrus and Mecklenburg Counties.

•                    Sam Mills Memorial Scholarship (Carolina Panthers Undergraduate) - Provides scholarships to high school athletes from Mecklenburg County, NC and Spartanburg County, SC who wish to pursue a four-year undergraduate degree. Please note that Sam Mills’ applicants (one male lettering in football and one female athlete lettering in any sport) must be nominated (form attached) by your high school principal or athletic director.

•                    Turner Family Scholarship - Provides undergraduate college and vocational scholarships to graduating high school seniors in Mecklenburg County who intend to attend an accredited college or vocational school in Mecklenburg County.

Students are invited to visit https://fftcscholarships.communityforce.com to apply for the scholarship funds listed above or to learn of other opportunities. Completed applications must be submitted by noon on March 3, 2017. 

Future Business Leaders Summer Institute

The Martha Guy Summer Institute for Future Business Leaders (MGSI) has a solid, 13-year history of inspiring students through exploration of the business world, and we are now accepting applications for our 2017 Cohort. 

Unique aspects of MGSI

·         Unlike most summer opportunities, MGSI combines a residential experience with out of state travel.  Following two weeks on campus at Appalachian State University, the program concludes with a week of travel to various business and cultural/entertainment sites.

·         Each MGSI class is small. Twenty-four students are selected. The group size provides a much more intimate, personal experience for each participant.

·         It is quite affordable considering the extensive travel, excursions and activities; tuition is $1,800 plus a meal plan fee of $350. 

**Need-based scholarships are available to qualified applicants.

Which students are well suited for MGSI?

·         We are seeking students who have a sincere interest in business as a college major and demonstrate leadership potential.  Some candidates have an entrepreneurial spirit, or have unique or extensive part-time work experience.   Also consider your most competitive students among under-represented groups and populations.  Interested students should demonstrate academic achievement.

·         Students who embrace and appreciate new people, opportunities and experiences are ideal for MGSI.  They should also be well-prepared to be away from home and able to manage a demanding schedule.

·         Application deadline is February 24^th 2017 - Only current juniors are accepted for this program.

Feel free to contact them at mgsi@appstate.edu or 1-877-APP-MGSI (277-6474) with questions.

Concord Youth Council

Concord Youth Council is sponsored by the City of Concord. Council members will serve as a liaison between the youth of Concord and the City of Concord.

This is a service-oriented organization that requires mandatory participation in programs throughout the year. Participation is based on points earned each semester. Meetings are held two Monday evenings a month at 7:00 pm during the school year. 

Interested applicants are encouraged to attend a meeting before applying to give them an idea what is expected as a new member of Concord Youth Council.

The Youth Council calendar can be found on the Youth Council web page under the Resident tab on the city of Concord website, www.concordnc.gov

Students entering grades 9-11 for the 2017-2018 school year who attend a public, private or home school within the Cabarrus County School district or are a City of Concord resident may submit this form. 

Deadline for applications is April 28, 2017. Interviews will be conducted before the end of the 2016-2017 school year. Membership selection will be made before June 9, 2017 by which all applicants will receive a letter of status. Membership in Youth Council is very competitive.

Learn more at http://www.concordnc.gov/YouthCouncil

Summer Opportunity - Rutgers

Rutgers University–New Brunswick is excited to announce an opportunity for students interested in engineering. The Rutgers School of Engineering is offering the chance for students to participate in a new Pre-Engineering Summer Academy to develop their knowledge and skills through real-world field experiences.

This intensive one-week certificate program will introduce students to a variety of engineering areas including:

• Aerospace
• Biomedical
• Civil
• Computer
• Electrical
• Forensic
• Mechanical

Eligible students must:

• Be between the ages of 16-18
• Have completed courses in precalculus and physics
• Submit an online application

Interested in learning more? Attend an online information session or visit Pre-Engineering Summer Academy.

Please contact me with any questions.

Best,

Summer Opportunity

A distinctive summer educational experience just minutes from the most exciting city in the world, Stevens Pre-College allows high school students to participate in hands-on, project-based learning; experience campus life; visit leading companies; and make their college applications stand out.

Students will also have the opportunity to discover New York City in and out of the classroom, learn from industry professionals, and gain applied experience in their field of interest. Learn more about Stevens Institute of Technology's Pre-College program offerings here. February 15th is our priority deadline for students to apply to our programs.

Please review the Stevens Pre-College Flyer or visit stevens.edu/summer to learn more. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to call our office at (201) 216-3683 or email summer@stevens.edu.

Gordon College Updates

Leadership Opportunity: Apply Free by February 17
Study under Andy Crouch, executive director of Christianity Today, and other nationally recognized leaders as you prepare to take your career to the next level. Designed by leaders, for leaders, the graduate leadership program at Gordon College offers advanced training with a focus on Christian schools.
Application fee is waived through February 17!
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Visit Gordon During School Vacation
Are your students looking for a top-flight education in an unparalleled location? Gordon College is the only nationally ranked Christian liberal arts institution in New England. This spring, we’re offering a wide range of visit opportunities for students at every stage of the college search process. Encourage your students to visit campus, either on their own or as a group!
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Wake Forest Summer Immersion Program

The Wake Forest Summer Immersion Program is back and better than ever! We are hosting a drop in Open House this Sunday, January 15th from 1:00 - 4:00 pm at the Wake Forest Charlotte Center. Please see the invitation below and come and learn more about our summer programs for high school students. Students, families and community partners are all invited to attend.