Friday, March 22, 2013
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
The poetry contest is held twice per year.
Contest dates are January 1 – June 30, July 1 – December 31.
Prizes: Each contest awards one first place prize of $2,000.00 and a first prize wall plaque ($100.00 value); twenty second place prizes of $100.00 each and a second place wall plaque ($75.00 value); one hundred third place winners of a third place wall plaque ($75.00 value). Sixty to seventy percent of all entries become semi-finalists and receive a certificate of participation suitable for framing.
Eligibility: The contest is open to anyone who writes poetry. Poetry can be written in any poetic style and on any subject. Only one poem per person is allowed. Contest entries must be 26 lines or fewer and cannot exceed 55 characters per line. Any submission that exceeds these limits will be automatically disqualified.
Science Technology Engineering Mathematics Camp at the United States Naval Academy
The Naval Academy Summer STEM Program is offered to
rising 8th-11th Graders. Students must demonstrate superior academic
performance to include GPA, class standing, and/or strong PSAT, SAT or ACT
results. Selection is based in large part on ensuring geographic representation
along with overall accomplishments in and out of the classroom. Application
will close April 15th. All applicants will be notified of their status by May
1st.
Engineering is all about creating, building, and making
things better! So what does it take to be an engineer? If you like math and
science, you are off to a great start. If you enjoy discovering new things,
solving problems, and learning how things work - even better! Creativity,
persistence, and the desire to make the world a better place are also important
qualities. Becoming an engineer requires hard work and a good education. Our
summer program will be a great start to your career in science and engineering.
Applications close April 15 and program tuition is $200.
All students selected to participate will be required to
provide a nominal fee of approximately $200 which will include room and board,
meals, as well as a variety of materials. Plan on bringing extra cash for
snacks and souvenirs.
Each student is responsible for arranging transportation
to and from the Naval Academy. Those flying commercial air should make
arrangements to arrive at Baltimore-Washington International airport (BWI)
between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Day 1 of the program, and depart after 3:00 p.m.
on the last day of the program. Buses and midshipmen escorts will be on hand to
get you to and from the Academy and BWI.
Follow the link to read the above info and/or to learn
more. http://www.usna.edu/Admissions/stem.htm
Monday, March 18, 2013
Charmaine Pedrozo, a senior at Ed White High School, is the 1010
XL JAX Sports Radio High school Scholar Athlete of the Week! Charmaine will
receive a plaque honoring her achievement, a visit to the 1010 XL studio, a
mention on 1010xl.com,
and a chance to win a $5,000 scholarship in May 2013. Charmaine is
currently ranked No. 1 in her class of 290 students. She is a member of the
girls’ tennis team, Vice President of the National Honor Society, and a member
of Student Government. Congratulations Charmaine!
Friday, March 15, 2013
Thursday, March 14, 2013
Monday, March 11, 2013
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
$1000 Scholarships sponsored by Jacksonville Asian American Alliance
We
would like to announce the availability of four (4) $1000 scholarships to
qualified graduating seniors of Asian descent. The Jacksonville Asian
American Alliance (JAAA), (501c (3)) a nonprofit organization offers annual
scholarships to Asian American high school seniors. The required
qualifications and application are attached for your review. Please encourage
the students to download an application, requirements and instructions for the
scholarship at www.jaxaaa.org.
The
deadline is April 10, 2013. Please mail the application to:
Scholarship Committee
Jacksonville Asian American Alliance
9802 Baymeadows Road, Suite 12
PMB #186
Jacksonville, FL 32256
We will announce the scholarship
winners on April 17,2013.
The scholarship will be presented at the student’s school year end award
ceremony.
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
Are you a senior still looking for the perfect program for this fall? Or,
are you a junior
or sophomore,
exploring the right school for you?
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Simply complete your profile and the list is yours, including featured schools that match your background and preferred major.
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Simply complete your profile and the list is yours, including featured schools that match your background and preferred major.
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Monday, March 4, 2013
JOB OPENING!
Studio Tech
Action News has a part-time opening for someone who is looking to start a career in television news. This is an excellent opportunity for the right person to begin a career in broadcast news by being a part of our behind the scenes control room and studio floor crew. You will work your way through various duties during our newscasts in order to give you a well rounded set of skills that you can use to grow with us.
Previous television production experience is preferred. Good communication skills with an understanding of studio etiquette, a willingness to take on a proactive role in the studio and the ability to deal diplomatically with various personalities are all part of this job.
Candidates must also be physically capable of moving heavy set pieces during newscasts and productions as well as being comfortable with climbing ladders to change out studio lighting as needed. Keep in mind that we work in a deadline driven, pressure filled environment and you must have flexibility to work nights, weekends and changing schedules as well as holidays. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please submit Resume to: Dave Wax News Operations and Production Manager WTEV CBS47/WAWS FOX 30 11700 Central Parkway Unit 2 Jacksonville, Florida, 32224 Email: dwax@ActionNewsJax.com
Jacksonville
University Cheerleading 101
Description:
This information session will give you the specifics on
being a college cheerleader. Come meet the coach, the JU cheerleading team and
learn about what the cheerleading program has to offer! Open to all high school
juniors and seniors. Parents, coaches and current college students are welcome.
Date:
Thursday, March 14th & Thursday, April 25, 2013
Time:
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Location:
Jacksonville University campus (Room TBA)
2800 University Blvd. North
2800 University Blvd. North
Jacksonville, FL
32211
For more information contact:
Meachelle
A. Felps-Darley, MBA
Associate
Director of Admissions, Athletics/Varsity Sports
Cheerleading
Coach
Jacksonville
University
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