Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Take advantage of a free and online College Fair called the All Access Zone, run
by CollegeWeekLive.
This event is taking place Thursday, November 15, 2012 from 10AM -
10PM EDT.
Attend the All Access ZONE for a free event that will
give you access to live conversations with admissions reps and college students
to help you make informed college decisions, navigate the admissions process,
and explore financial aid choices.
Login on November 15th to:
- Get
real answers from current college students and admissions reps
- Build
your target list of colleges from 300+ schools
- Hear
expert presentations on college selections tips, choosing your major, and
more
- Access
over $3 million in scholarships
Friday, November 9, 2012
Since its evolution to Anchor Scholarship Foundation in 2004, scholarships totaling $504,550 have been awarded to 333 students. In 2012, 35 scholarships totaling $73,000 were awarded to high school and college students from 13 states; all full time students in 4-year accredited U.S. universities coast-to-coast and in the District of Columbia.
Step one:
Are you eligible to apply?
The Anchor Scholarship is awarded to dependents (children and spouses) of our Surface Navy sailors.
The sponsor will either be active duty, retired or deceased. The sponsor must have served a minimum of six (6) years in units under the administrative control of Commanders, Naval Surface Forces, U.S. Atlantic or U.S. Pacific Fleet. The six years need not be consecutive.
The applicant must attend or plan to attend an accredited four-year college/university in the U.S. and intend to work toward their first BS or BA degree full time. The applicant may be a spouse, high school senior, or a college student in an accredited school or equivalent institution.
The deadline to submit the eligibility application is March 1, 2013. Remember-it's a deadline, and it's firm.
Step two:
The scholarship application
Once your eligibility is confirmed, we will send you the scholarship application. Get organized now! Gather the following documents:
* FAFSA (5-6 pages, the Electronic Student Aid Report)
* College/High School transcripts
* 3 letters of recommendation (one of them must be from a non-academic source)
* SAT/ACT scores
Step three:
The hardest part...waiting
Our Selection Committee reviews all of the applications. Recipients are selected on the basis of four equally weighted criteria:
. Academic Proficiency
. Character and All-around Ability
. Extra-curricular Activities
. Financial Need
Those selected to receive an Anchor Scholarship are notified in May and invited to attend our Award Ceremony in June.
Thursday, November 8, 2012
FREE ACT & SAT PREP
Free test prep is offered at UNF on November 17th (for SENIORS) and January 15th.
The January session is reserved for high school juniors and
sophomores.
For the senior session on Nov. 17th, registration includes a light lunch and a session on college admissions. Parents can also attend a Parent FAFSA session which includes: college admissions information, financial aid info, and online FAFSA application info. There is also the option for students and parents to attend a UNF tour
For the senior session on Nov. 17th, registration includes a light lunch and a session on college admissions. Parents can also attend a Parent FAFSA session which includes: college admissions information, financial aid info, and online FAFSA application info. There is also the option for students and parents to attend a UNF tour
The contact person listed is Probyn
Inniss (904) 620-3993.
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
CALLING ALL STUDENT LEADERS!
The Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s Student Leaders®
Program is accepting applications for the 2013 program.
Since its inception in 2004, the Bank of America Student
Leaders Program has recognized more than 1,800 exemplary high school juniors
and seniors who have a passion for improving their communities. The
program helps students gain a greater understanding of how nonprofits create
impact in the community and helps develop them as the next generation of
community leaders through two components:
·
A summer eight-week paid internship with
Communities In Schools. Communities In Schools is a local non-profit
selected by the bank. This internship is designed to provide opportunities for
the students to develop and apply leadership skills through hands-on work
experience, while raising their awareness of community issues addressed by
their Host Organization.
·
The week-long, all-expense paid Student
Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C. from July 8-12, 2013. Conducted in
partnership with the Close Up Foundation, the Summit introduces students to
aspects of civic, social and business leadership and provides them with
knowledge and skills they will use throughout their life to create positive
community change.
In order to spread the word about the opportunity to your
members, partners, and affiliates, please distribute the email. If you would
like to receive an electronic announcement, please contact us and we will send
them to you.
We appreciate your help spreading the word about the Bank of
America Student Leaders Program. Students can apply for the program by going to
www.bankofamerica.com/studentleaders.
Please note the application deadline of January 25, 2013.
For more information on the Bank of America Charitable Foundation, please visit www.bankofamerica.com/foundation or feel free to contact us.
FLORIDA PTA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
ABOUT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
In keeping with our policy of providing quality education for young people, Florida PTA goes one step further by assisting qualified students who wish to continue their education beyond high school. Florida PTA offers scholarship opportunities funded by money derived from Honorary Life Memberships, Scholarship Fund functions and other contributions.
Florida PTA is pleased to offer a total of four (4) scholarships, one each in the following categories: University, Fine Arts, Community College, and Vo-Tech, to a student graduating in the 2012-2013 school year. This is a one time (non-renewable) award of $2,000.00 and will be awarded to a worthy student who is interested in getting a start in life through higher education.
This award is specifically for a student who wishes to pursue their education at a Florida University, Fine Arts School, Community College, or Vo-Tech.
REQUIREMENTS FOR EACH STUDENT TO APPLY FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP INCLUDE:
- Be a member of their high school’s PTA/PTSA or the Sunshine State PTSA (PTA/PTSA must be in good standing).
- Graduate from a Florida High School in the 2012-2013 school year.
- Be a resident of the state of Florida.
- Planning to continue their education in the 2013-2014 school year in the state of Florida at a University, Fine Arts, Community College or Vo-Tech.
- Fully complete the application (attached) and submit letters of recommendation, an essay, and copies of their official high school transcript, ACT and/or SAT scores.
Additional factors will be taken into consideration in selecting a winner (e.g. need, special circumstances, extracurricular activities and honors, etc.).
* DEADLINE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS IS FEBRUARY 1, 2013. ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED BY THAT DATE IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED.
SCHOLARSHIP FORM
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
 | Scholarship Application.pdf |
Monday, November 5, 2012
COMMUNITY SERVICE OPP. OF THE WEEK
Volunteer with the City of Jacksonville
The City of Jacksonville is looking for volunteers to assist with various programs and community events such as Adoption Center Volunteer with Animal Care, Theatre Usher at The Ritz, FL/GA Football game, Sea and Sky Spectacular, Jazz Festival just to name a few. Internships are also available. For more specIfic information and to apply visit www.coj.net.
Friday, November 2, 2012
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY OF THE WEEK
ATTIC CASHIER NEEDED
Hospice Attic is an upscale resale thrift store located in Gainesville, Jacksonville and Lake City, FL. All sales directly benefit unfunded patient care, bereavement, and community outreach programs. Attic Cashiers handle all sales transactions and assist with customer service. They also earn gift certificates that can be used in the Attic.
Retail experience is a plus but not required. Ages 14 and up are welcome. An orientation program of approximately 2 hours is required.
And don't forget to log your hours and turn them into your counselor - otherwise, they won't go on your transcripts and Bright Futures will never see them, not to mention other scholarships that want to see you completing community service hours!!
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Monday, October 22, 2012
COMMUNITY SERVICE project of the week:
Murray Hill Theatre is a non-profit, faith-based music venue located in Jacksonville, Fl. We are dedicated to providing a positive and safe alternative to nightclubs, by putting on concerts every Friday and Saturday night. Our goal is to share the love of Jesus Christ and to reach out to the youth and young adults of our city.
We are a volunteer driven organization that is always in need of individuals who would like to lend a helping hand. We ask all volunteers to serve once a month for at least four hours. Hours would be served during our show times. We depend on a great team of dedicated volunteers to put on concerts. Volunteer roles would include ticket seller, ticket taker, cafe worker, snack bar worker, security, merchandise seller, and tour runner.
And don't forget to log your hours and turn them into your counselor - otherwise, they won't go on your transcripts and Bright Futures will never see them, not to mention other scholarships that want to see you completing community service hours!!
 We encourage your students to join us for Open House on Saturday, November 10 at 9am in the brand-new University Student Center (USC) at USF St. Petersburg.  Open House is a great way for students to learn more about USF St. Petersburg - take a campus tour, attend admissions and financial aid presentations, and speak with faculty, staff, current students and representatives from student organizations. Also, please remember to apply for admission by November 10 to receive an admission decision by Thanksgiving! Best Regards, Holly Kickliter Director, Admissions & Outreach Find us on Facebook |
Friday, October 19, 2012
ATTENTION PARENTS:
Media Advisory - Duval County Public Schools' Presents Title I Parent University
WHAT:
Duval County Public Schools is holding its fourth annual Title I Parent University for parents and caregivers. Parent University offers an array of classes that are designed to be informative, interactive and fun. Classes include:
Duval County Public Schools is holding its fourth annual Title I Parent University for parents and caregivers. Parent University offers an array of classes that are designed to be informative, interactive and fun. Classes include:
- Parent advocacy;
- Obtaining success with FCAT reading, math and writing for elementary and secondary years;
- Pre-K family literacy assessments in reading (FAIR);
- Early college preparation;
- Helping your ESE child;
- Preparing your child for college/and or career;
- Parent involvement equals student success;
- Cyber safety;
- Bank of America-Money Smart; and
- Family fitness, suicide prevention and bullying
Those attending the event may register by calling
(904) 633-5356. Requests for language translation and childcare must be
reserved by Monday, October 15, 2012.
Those attending the free event will receive a
certification and a family literacy gift. Lunch will be provided to all
participants. For more information please call Paula Seymore with Title I
Parent Involvement at (904) 630-6728.
WHEN:
Saturday, October 20, 2012 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Saturday, October 20, 2012 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
WHERE:
Matthew Gilbert Middle School, 1424 Franklin St., Jacksonville, FL 32206
Matthew Gilbert Middle School, 1424 Franklin St., Jacksonville, FL 32206
Monday, October 15, 2012
ON THE SPOT ADMISSIONS @ UNF
Greetings from the University of North Florida!
Waiting for an admissions decision from a college can be a
nerve-wracking experience for a student – but what if they didn’t have to wait?
The University of North Florida will be visiting a city near you this month to
provide students on the spot admission decisions.
Students will meet with an admissions coordinator to get a
decision and speak with other university representatives from the Honors
program, housing and residence life, advising and financial aid.
In order to participate in this event a student will need a
completed application package (online application, $30 application fee,
transcripts, test scores) on file with UNF by:
·
Friday October 12 – for the Tallahassee event
·
Friday October 19 – for Boca Raton, Miami,
Tampa, Orlando and Jacksonville
· Jacksonville – 11/2 from 10:00 a.m. to
6:00 p.m. (The University of North Florida – 1 UNF Dr., Jacksonville, FL 32224)
To make a reservation for one of these cities and to learn
more about the event please visit www.unf.edu/visitorscenter
or call (904) 620- 1183.
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Thursday, October 11, 2012
Community Service - Bright Futures requires it!
Don't forget to take advantage of these great resources for community service opportunities!!
ATTENTION PARENTS!
For
Immediate Release:
October 10, 2012
Contact: Jill Johnson,
904.390.2126
Media
Advisory-Duval County Public Schools’ Presents Title I Parent University
What:
Duval County
Public Schools’ is holding its fourth annual Title I Parent University for
parents and caregivers. Parent University offers an array of classes that are
designed to be informative, interactive and fun. Classes include:
·
Parent
advocacy;
·
Obtaining
success with FCAT reading, math and writing for elementary and secondary years;
·
Pre-K
family literacy assessments in reading (FAIR);
·
Early
college preparation;
·
Helping
your ESE child;
·
Preparing
your child for college/and or career;
·
Parent
involvement equals student success;
·
Cyber
safety;
·
Bank
of America–Money Smart; and
·
Family
fitness, suicide prevention and bullying
Those attending the event may register by
calling (904) 633-5356. Requests for language translation and childcare must be
reserved by Monday, October 15, 2012.
Those attending the free event will receive
a certification and a family literacy gift. Lunch will be provided to all
participants. For more information please call Paula Seymore with Title I
Parent Involvement at (904) 630-6728.
When:
Saturday, October
20, 2012 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Where:
Matthew Gilbert Middle
School, 1424 Franklin St., Jacksonville, FL 32206
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Publish an article, win a letter of rec AND $500 Scholarship!
We invite your student writers at EDWARD H. WHITE HIGH SCHOOL to write articles regarding disability news, politics, research, public view, etc. to get students to start forming a greater field of view in his/her life. These articles will be posted on the organization website to give proper credit to the writers and editors. The students will receive 100% credit for their own works. Students are not limited to writing about current events or even nonfiction. He/she can choose to write creatively, such as in a poem or short story.
Visit our website at: http://www.walkingisoverrated.org/student-writers/ for more information about this opportunity.
UNIVISION Delivers Free Online College Fair for Hispanic Families
UNIVISION
DELIVERS FREE ONLINE COLLEGE FAIR WITH MORE THAN 120 PARTICIPATING COLLEGES
CollegeWeekLive
to Power Online College Admission Event as Part of Univision’s Education
Initiative ¡Edúcate, Es El Momento!
On Thursday, October 11;
Register at www.eselmomento.com
As part of Univision Communications’ multi-year initiative
to promote educational attainment in Hispanic America, ¡Edúcate, Es El Momento!
(Educate Yourself, The Moment is Now), the leading media company has partnered
with CollegeWeekLiveä to offer a free online
college fair on Thursday, October 11, 2012. The college admissions event, which
will be available at www.eselmomento.com, is part of Univision’s Education
Week and will address the higher education needs of Hispanic students and their
families.
The interactive program, which runs nationwide from 12:00
noon to 10:00 pm ET, will provide free access to expert college admissions
advice through streaming video presentations and live chat with college
representatives. The online college fair addresses higher education topics of
particular importance to Latino families – both students and their parents, who
may not have experience with the college application process and could be
apprehensive about sending their children away to college.
WHO
Hispanic/Latino
Teens and their families
WHAT Free Online College Fair as part of Univision Education Week
WHEN Thursday, October 11, 2012 12:00 to 10:00 PM Eastern
WHERE Online at www.eselmomento.com
WHY Chat live
with admissions representatives from 120 colleges; Watch videos on topics such
as the college application process and finding scholarships; Get answers to
your questions about college
Thursday, October 4, 2012
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